Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Samuel A Hewitt’s organization
Oct 7, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Iwmac Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed operational updates from the Department of Public Works, including staffing and solid waste collection routines. A report was presented by UNH Sustainability Capstone students regarding potential initiatives to encourage reusable cups at independent coffee shops. The meeting also covered the planning of an upcoming Plastic Detox event, status updates on the sustainability newsletter and digital calendar, and progress regarding the IWMAC charge. Discussions were held on the feasibility of satellite compost collection sites, planning a facility tour at the Casella location, website maintenance, and an evaluation of the Ridwell recycling system.
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The council addressed several administrative and development topics, including the creation of a Parks and Recreation Facilities Trust, with debate over authority to expend funds. Presentations were received regarding municipal bond bank services, land stewardship activities, and regional planning commission updates. The council also deliberated on potential zoning amendments, specifically discussing rezoning properties on Madbury Road to allow for more intensive development, and reviewed reports on parking revenue, budget goals, and infrastructure projects like bridge repairs and dam removal.
The commission approved a new sign design for the Village Cemetery with a cost not to exceed $3,000. Key discussions included updates on standardized historic signs for private buildings, progress on the historic marker for the Grange building, and the implementation of a new AI-based minute-taking process. Members reached a consensus to oppose the renaming of the Churchill District in the downtown zoning update. Additionally, reports were provided regarding town projects, parking fees at Wagon Hill Farm, and the announcement of a new town planner.
Sep 30, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town Of Durham Planning Board Planning Board Meeting
The board conducted a detailed review of numerous proposed zoning ordinance amendments, covering definitions, amendment processes, conditional use procedures, nonconforming uses, and base zoning district standards. Key discussions included removing physical sign requirements for conditional uses, extending termination timelines for non-use, and revising setbacks and buffer requirements for commercial and residential zones. Additionally, the board discussed potential zoning changes for areas adjacent to the downtown core, including proposed zone consolidations and naming changes, with the formation of a working group to draft overarching goals and principles for these areas.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
