Friday Updates - August 30, 2013

NEWS AND HAPPENINGS ...

Friday, August 30, 2013

On Wednesday this week, school began for the Oyster River School District.

Courtesy Todd I. Selig

This week, a well meaning member of the Oyster River community, a father, thought he would encourage his young children to clean up their rooms by telling them just before bedtime that there were scary monsters hiding under the clothes piles on the floor.

Instead of encouraging the kids to put their clothes away as intended, the children became freightened of the monsters! Not only would the children not touch the clothes, they were scared to go to bed!

After the parents put all the clothes away and and finally settled the children well past bedtime due to all of the commotion, the mother was not pleased and the father was in the dog house. The best laid plans!

DURHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT PARTICIPATES IN OYSTER RIVER FRESHMEN ORIENTATION

Each year Oyster River High School has a half-day orientation for the incoming freshman class. While the students navigate through the high school for the first time, Durham police officers are preparing to serve the new Freshmen lunch. For the past sixteen years, the Durham Police have taken this opportunity to interact with the kids at this exciting time in a non-law enforcement way. What better way then to provide them food!

Working with the Durham House of Pizza, police officers don serving gloves and provide a variety of pizza, chips and drinks as they end their orientation and begin their high school career. Thanks to the officers who volunteered their time and the Durham House of Pizza for their outstanding assistance!

TOWN OFFICES CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY HOLIDAY

All Town Offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2013 for the Labor Day holiday.

There will be NO CHANGE to the regularly scheduled refuse and recycling routes next week. As always, please have all items out by 7AM. There will also be NO CHANGE to the Transfer Station hours. It will be open on Saturday and Tuesday from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. To view the 2013/14 recycling Holiday Schedule, click HERE.

Dispatch Center at Pan Am Railways corporate headquarters in North Billerica, MA. Courtesy Todd I. Selig

PAN AM RAILWAYS, DURHAM, AND UNH TALK “OIL TRAIN” TRANSPORT SAFETY FOR NH CORRIDOR COMMUNITIES

On July 6, 2013, a train operated by Montreal, Maine & Atlantic Railway derailed in Lac-Mégantic, Canada and exploded, killing 47 people and creating tremendous destruction within the downtown of that community. The train was carrying more than 70 tanker cars of crude oil from the Bakken oil fields in North Dakota. These shipments are referred to as "Oil Trains", and they are regularly transported through New Hampshire en route to refineries New Brunswick, Canada.

In light of the tragic oil train derailment in Lac-Mégantic, the Town contacted Pan Am Railways which owns and operates the rail corridor through NH station communities such as Exeter, Durham/UNH, and Dover, concerned about the possibility that a similar incident might one day also occur locally.

In response to the request, Pan Am President David Fink hosted representatives from Durham and the University of New Hampshire at the Pan Am Railways corporate headquarters in North Billerica, MA to discuss the issue on August 29, 2013. In attendance from Durham and UNH were: Administrator Todd Selig, UNH Police Chief Paul Dean, Durham Fire Captain James Brown, and UNH Emergency Preparedness Specialist Jim Lapolla.

It was a productive meeting for all concerned, with Pan Am Railways officials being willing to frankly discuss the issue, answer questions, walk local officials through extensive safety protocols the company has in place, and offer enhanced training to local emergency responders.

In the course of the 90-minute meeting, a number of topics were discussed in detail:

A total of twenty-four (24) trains travel through the Exeter-Durham-Dover portion of the rail corridor daily (12 Amtrak passenger and 12 freight);
Pan Am train crews receive extensive training on standard operating procedures and emergency protocols;
The company has implemented random drug testing for safety sensitive positions with a zero tolerance for failure. Pan Am also prohibits the use of devices that could lead to driver distraction such as cell phones for texting;
RR tracks are inspected regularly by both Pan Am Railways which owns the tracks AND by Amtrak officials relative to the Downeaster which utilizes the Pan Am corridor. Annually tracks are x-rayed;
Maximum speed limitations are in place for both passenger and freight trains;
General service freight cars, such as those used to transport oil and other goods, are equipped with enhanced coupling equipment as a critical safety feature in case of derailment.
Unlike Lac-Mégantic, Pan Am Railways DOES NOT operate single man crews.
A Federal inspector is typically on the Pan Am Railways network daily reviewing safety protocols and conducting inspections;
Fewer than 1% of RR accidents happen through derailment;
Local Fire Departments have Pan Am Railways emergency contact information in case of an incident for prompt response.

In additional to adhering to Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, Pan Am Railways was able to demonstrate to our delegation that the company has extensive safety and operational protocols in place.

An extensive list of goods are transported through NH by rail over Pan Am lines to NH, Maine, and beyond to include foods, supplies, chemicals, equipment, materials used in the manufacturing of paper, building materials, coal, oil (Bakken crude en route from N. Dakota to N. Brunswick), natural gas, and more. In the course of around 24 hours, the state of Maine might very well shut down if Pan Am Railways had to suspend service, not to mention the impact to NH as coal transported on Pan Am lines fuels the PSNH power plant in Bow.

It was clear that the officials at Pan Am Railways take their jobs very seriously.

In an effort to be proactive, Pan Am Railways has offered to work with the Town of Durham and the University of New Hampshire in hosting additional training relative to train safety and emergency response. We appreciated the offer and intend to take them up on it.

Durham and UNH partner in many ways, and we would work as an integral unit to address any railway issues that might come our way.

ReVision Energy began installing solar panels on the new Durham Public Library. Courtesy Todd I. Selig

SOLAR PANELS BEING INSTALLED ON NEW LIBRARY

Last week, ReVision Energy began installing solar panels on the new Durham Public Library. Other municipal facilities to receive solar panels as part of a Power Purchase Agreement between ReVision Energy and the Town of Durham include the Churchill Rink and the Police Station. All panels should be in place by the end of the fall.

SAVE THE DATE! DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH

The Durham Public Library Grand Opening Celebration is scheduled for Sunday, September 8, 2013 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. There will be scores of events for all to enjoy, including the official ribbon cutting ceremony, dedication of the sculpture honoring Margery and Lorus Milne, music by the always amazing band Bliss as well as ORMS Jazz Band alums, a performance by Puppeteer Carol Sanborn & Crew, puppet making extravaganza, Xbox games, "green" tours, and of course refreshments! The library will also be asking attendees to help with the creation of a time capsule to commemorate the day. Middle and high schoolers, please help us document present day Durham by submitting photos taken both at the event and around town throughout this special weekend. Photos can be sent to friendsdpl@yahoo.com. Needless to say, the library will also be open for business!! Come and celebrate this jewel of a facility and see all that it has to offer to the community.

The various Town departments are working closely to ensure that the library Grand Opening celebration will be as excellent as the new facility. Police, Fire and Public Works are coordinating traffic control, parking and other ancillary transportation issues to ensure that everyone from the Durham community can partake of the festivities. Specific parking arrangements will be highlighted in next week’s Friday Updates.

Elizabeth Rebeil from LONZA instructs Town staff on using a new Kaizen suggestion board. Courtesy Todd I. Selig

TOWN OFFICE STAFF RECEIVE TRAINING ON NEW KAIZEN SUGGESTION BOARD

Earlier this month, staff at the Town Offices received training from Elizabeth Rebeil, Operational Excellence staff at LONZA, on the new Kaizen suggestion board that has been created with Ms. Rebeil's assistance. The board is intended as a quick and easy way for staff members to offer suggestions for process improvement. Each week, the staff will offer and review suggestions and identify steps for improvement around identified problems. The process is intended to be quick and easy. A suggestion board like this has also been installed at the Public Works Department, Police Department, and Fire Department. The Town appreciates the LONZA Corporation's assistance as part of this process.

“THE BOND MARKET LOVES DURHAM” AT 3.44%

As noted last week, Moody's Investors Service assigned an Aa2 rating to the Town of Durham, NH's $4.133 million General Obligation Bonds. At this time, Moody's has also affirmed the Aa2 rating on the Town's $13.9 million of outstanding debt.

Although interest rates are considerably higher this year in absolute terms as compared to 2012, the Town did very well relative to current interest rates.

As you know interest rates have risen significantly over the past year, especially since June, 2013.

For instance, the 20 year benchmark yield last year on August 23, 2012, was at 2.55% and the Town sold bonds at 1.89%; or 66 basis points lower.

On August 21, 2013, the date of the most recent bond sale, the 20 year benchmark yield stood at 4.12%, and the Town’s bonds sold at 3.44% which is 68 basis points lower.

The bonds are general obligations of the Town. Of the bonds, $3.5 million will be used to finance sludge dewatering equipment at the town's wastewater treatment plant, as well as various capital projects and equipment projects. The remainder of the bonds will refinance the town's series 2002 bonds for an estimated net present value savings of 5% of refunded par.

According to Moody’s, the Aa2 rating reflects the Town's stable financial position with sizeable reserve levels. The rating also incorporates the Town's moderately sized tax base anchored by the University of New Hampshire, and a moderate debt burden.

“SHARROWS” INSTALLED GARRISON AVE AND COLLEGE RD – A New Durham/UNH Pilot Program Initiative

The Town and University are installing ‘sharrows’ (a national standard symbol installed in the vehicle lane) intended to alert drivers that bicycles share the travel lane. Sharrows are used in instances where the roadway geometrics (in our case curb to curb widths) make it infeasible for dedicated bike lanes. They are installed in roadways which have low speeds (25mph) or less and in zones with high bike usage rates. They frequently replace or are used to supplement the old-style vertical yellow ‘Share the road’ signage. The sharrows are an alert - as drivers already yield to bikes in vehicle lanes. In NH state law vehicles must also leave a 3’ minimum gap when passing (at 30mp 4’ at 40mph 5’ at 50mph).

Ideally they are installed in a way so that the chevron directs bicycles to a travel line/position away from potential car door openings - so they are typically installed center-lane or just offset.

Garrison Avenue now features sharrows from Main to Madbury.

College Road (from Main St to Service Road) now features sharrows in sections which were too narrow for bike lanes. In other sections, bike lanes have been installed.

Durham and UNH will look at future opportunities for installation of sharrows and bike lanes as roads are resurfaced and or reconstructed.

Dedicated bike lanes must typically be >3’ and in Durham are marked with the bike symbol/arrow/bikes only designation.

Sharrows = Drivers share vehicle lane with Bikes

Bike Lanes = Bikes only (no motorized vehicles

CARS MUST GIVE SPACE TO BICYCLISTS & AND BIKERS DON’T HAVE TO RIDE ONLY IN THE BIKE LANE

A number of residents emailed last week asking that we remind residents that if you see a biker, please remember that they do not have to ride in the bike lane. Because of limited rights-of-way, bike lanes are often undersized, obstructed by drainage grates or gravel, or other hazards. As such, bicyclists can ride in the traveled lane as well. Motorists are asked to be cautions around bicycles. Similarly, bicyclists are asked to share the road as well and be reasonable with passing motorists.

In short, everyone needs to work together to be safe.

Jay Mariacher, Mariacher Shearing Services of Lee, shears a sheep from the Liberty Hall Farm flock of Bennett Road as part of Durham's 1st Annual Farm Day held on Saturday, August 17th.

Courtesy Theresa Walker

IF YOU SEE SOMETHING WRONG, ODD, OR NOT QUITE RIGHT, PLEASE CALL THE POLICE
The very essence of community policing is that the community and the police work together to confront crime and the fear of crime. The vast majority of Durham residents understand that the police cannot be everywhere simultaneously to observe criminal or suspicious activity as it occurs and the department finds it difficult to patrol residential areas with the frequency residents and businesses prefer.

Chief Kurz urges you to contact the police if you see, hear or sense something is not quite right. An officer will respond quickly and resolve what may or may not be going-on. When law enforcement works directly with residents and businesses within a community, they are going a long way toward reducing crime, improving quality of life, and enhancing public safety.

Police Officer Pam Donley being formally "pinned" by Deputy Police Chief Rene Kelley and her daughter Danika Donley during a brief ceremony recognizing her being commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the NH Army National Guard. Courtesy Durham Police Department

DURHAM POLICE OFFICER PAM DONLEY PROMOTED IN THE NEW HAMPSHIRE ARMY NATIONAL GUARD

Officer Pam Donley Pam was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the New Hampshire Army National Guard after completing a grueling 18-month process at officer candidate school. Officer Donley was chosen Class Leader by her classmates and was designated as the “Honor Graduate” for achieving the top scores in all written exercises, field training exercises, physical fitness and military history and protocol. At a ceremony held Saturday August 17th the formal “pinning of her rank” was completed by her daughter, Danika Donley and Deputy Chief Rene Kelley. Congratulations Pam for your service and making us all very proud of your commitment!

SERGEANT JACK DALTON PROFILED IN FOSTER'S

Durham Police Sergeant Jack Dalton was profiled in Fosters Sports Snapshot last weekend. Jack is the manager of the Dover’s Cal Ripken 11-year old All-Stars that recently went to the New England Regional Tournament in Connecticut. While the team played a hard fought game, they eventually lost to Danbury, CT who had placed 4th in the nation last year. Chief Kurz provided the newspaper clip and noted with some amusement that Jack listed one of his worse habits as “staying up too late”! Considering he is the midnight shift supervisor, Chief Kurz was grateful for this “habit”! Congratulation Jack on your team’s achievements and your commitment towards nurturing good sportsmanship.

UNH/DURHAM WATER SYSTEM DECLARES STAGE 1 WATER CONSERVATION ALERT

Due to the very dry weather over the past month and the subsequent receding flows in local rivers, the managers of the UNH/Durham Water System (UDWS) are officially declaring a Stage 1 Water Conservation Alert. Durham receives most of its drinking water from the Oyster River and the Lamprey River, and therefore the amount of river water available for water supply becomes limited during dry spells. According to the UDWS Water Conservation Plan, Stage 1 Water Conservation Alert calls for all community members to implement the following voluntary measures:

Limiting the watering of gardens, landscaping and lawns to the hours of 8 PM and 7 AM.
Refraining from washing vehicles and non-essential equipment (boats, motorcycles, etc.), or washing of pavement.
Refraining from filling swimming pools, or other outdoor recreation that uses water.
Generally limiting all unnecessary outdoor water use.
Check all indoor and outdoor water fixtures to ensure they are leak free.

Community members are also encouraged to conserve on indoor water use where possible such as only doing full loads of laundry, reducing length of showers, etc. The UDWS’s goal for Stage 1 is to maintain water demand at constant rate for at least a two week period following its implementation. If this dry weather continues, the UDWS may be considering a Stage 2 alert within the next 10 days.

Old barn located next to Grange building on Main Street

DURHAM OFFICIALS EVALUATE OLD BARN ON CHURCH HILL FOR POSSIBLE SAVING
Orion has been approved by the Historic District Commission to redevelop a portion of Church Hill across from the Post Office. As part of the development, a number of historic buildings will be fully restored while others will be torn down. In an effort to evaluate whether there is an interest on the part of the Town to save and possibly relocate the old barn located next to the Grange building to another location, various municipal officials from the Parks & Recreation Commission, Agricultural Commission, and the Town Council toured the facility recently. The interior of the barn is in good condition. The estimated cost of relocation is in the $100,000 to $150,000 range. Fortunately, it appears that a local resident may have an interest in the barn for personal use on their property.

BACKYARD CHICKENS - A PANEL DISCUSSION WITH BUCKY BUCKAW AND OTHERS - SEPTEMBER 15TH

Sunday, September 15th, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. St. George's Episcopal Church, 1 Park Court, Durham. The host of The Backyard Chicken Broadcast, Bucky Buckaw, is coming to NH and will moderate this panel of local chickeners. Learn how to keep chickens, connect with other small scale farmers, and meet others interested in healthy, sustainable food raising.

A member of the Durham Agricultural Commission will provide an update on the recent changes to Durham's land use regulations that enables chickens to raised in most zones in town. We might also be welcoming the Buckaw flock of three at the event, and a sing-along to a poultry song is also rumored! Free and open to the public, children are welcome. For more information click HERE or contact amyla44@juno.com. Sponsored by the Greater Seacoast Permaculture Meetup Group, the Durham Agricultural Commission, and St. George's Episcopal Church.

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF DURHAM'S HISTORIC MILL POND DAM - 1913-2013 | September 15th

The Historic District/Heritage Commission, in collaboration with Three Chimney's Inn, Parks & Recreation, and Durham Historical Association invite members of the community to attend the Centennial Celebration of Durham's historic Mill Pond Dam on Sunday, September 15, 2013, 2-5:00 PM, Three Chimneys Inn.

CLIMATE ADAPTATION CHAPTER FOR HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN

The Strafford Regional Planning Commission (SRPC) received funds from the New Hampshire Coastal Program to assist the Town of Durham in developing a climate adaptation chapter. This chapter will provide adaptation strategies to protect areas of Town that are at risk of flooding due to climate change.

This chapter will be adopted as a subset of the existing Hazard Mitigation Plan (2012), which will be recommended to be incorporated into the Master Plan. To view the document, click HERE.

On Monday, October 28, 2013, 7-9PM, Durham Public Library, the Town of Durham, in partnership with SRPC, will host a workshop featuring Research Associate Professor Cameron P. Wake to engage the community in local climate adaptation measures. It is designed for community volunteer boards, committees and municipal staff members, business owners, and residents interested in understanding the potential impacts of climate change. There is NO CHARGE, but space is limited. Light dinner provided. Please register by October 14th to kpimental@strafford.org or 603-994-3500. Include name, affiliation, contact information, and any special accommodations needed.

SUGGESTED PRECAUTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BECOMING INFECTED WITH WEST NILE VIRUS OR EEE

When mosquitoes are active, take the following precautions:

Wear protective clothing such as long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and socks if outside during evening, nighttime, and dawn hours, the time when mosquitoes are most active, and at other times when mosquitoes are biting.
If outside during evening, nighttime, and dawn hours, or whenever mosquitoes are biting, consider the use of an effective insect repellent.
Vitamin B, ultrasonic devices, incense, and bug zappers have not been shown to be effective in preventing mosquito bites.
Use repellents according to manufacturer’s directions.
- Repellents containing DEET have been proven effective. No more than 30% DEET should be used on adults or children.
- The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated recommendations for use of DEET products on children, citing: “Insect repellents containing DEET with a concentration of 10% appear to be as safe as products with a concentration of 30% when used according to the directions on the product labels.” AAP recommends that repellents with DEET should not be used on infants less than 2 months old.
- Repellents containing Picaridin (KBR3023) or oil of lemon eucalyptus (a plant based repellent) provide protection similar to repellents with low concentrations of DEET. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under the age of three years. Do not allow young children to apply repellent themselves.
- Do not apply repellent directly to children. Apply repellent to your own hands and then put it on the child’s exposed skin.
- Avoid putting repellent on the hands of children or near their eyes or mouth.
- Do not spray directly on the face, spray into the hands first and then apply to the face.
- Do not apply to cuts, wounds, or irritated, skin.
- Do not use under clothing.
- Do not spray repellent containing products in enclosed areas.
- Avoid prolonged or excessive use of repellents. Use sparingly to cover exposed skin and clothing.
- Wash all treated skin and clothing after returning indoors.
- Store repellents out of reach of children.
- Research has shown that repellents based on natural oils or herbs are less effective than products based on Picaridin or DEET.
- Vitamin B, ultrasonic devices, incense, and bug zappers have not been shown to be effective in preventing mosquito bites.

Members of Durham's Boy Scout Troop 154 at Mt. Moosilauke. Courtesy Armida Geiger

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA - TROOP 154

First of many training hikes took place on Friday August 23. Members of Durham's Boy Scout Troop 154 climbed Mt. Moosilauke with back packs weighing approximately 35 pounds. Some took lighter loads for the first trip. In 11 months, 9 Boy Scouts and 3 adult leaders will venture to New Mexico and hike for 2 weeks on the Philmont Scout Reservation. The training hikes are important for building endurance and forming a strong team unit.

THE LATEST PRODUCTIONS FROM DCAT STUDIOS

"Free Summer Concert Series by the Bay Featuring: Fling"

If you missed the Free Concert last Thursday early evening @ Wagon Hill, not only did you miss a great time, beautiful weather, but you missed a great band! Guess what? DCAT Studios was there and recorded the entire show just for you, so tune in this Sunday @ 7:00 PM to watch Fling perform their potpourri of hits from the Grateful Dead, Beatles, Eagles & Tommy Tutone (Jenny, I’ve got your number 867-5309)….remember? So, set up your DVR to record your other shows at 7:00 PM & tune in Durham’s own Cable Channel 22.

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“Smith Chapel a Durham Treasure”

Join your host, Richard Belshaw as he chats with Historic District/Heritage Commission board member, Andrea Bodo about the history, renovations and interesting facts about our own little neighborhood treasure, the Smith Chapel. Hear why it was built, view the beauty of the architecture and get a peek at some of the treasures inside. Sunday’s @ 6:00 PM. This production will also be available on the On Demand site, just click on the DCAT Studios folder.

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“Smith Chapel Two Years of Restoration”

Join your host, Public Works Director, Mike Lynch as he shares more about the restoration and renovations of the Smith Chapel. Hear Mike's story of a personal experience that took place in the Chapel some 32 years ago. View the beautifully landscaped grounds, maintained by residents and the Public Works Department. See and hear reactions from some of the Town Councilors that visited the Chapel for the first time after the restorations were completed.

Sunday’s @ 6:30 PM.

McGregor Memorial EMS had a successful afternoon last Monday in conducting CPR on the street outside of Durham House of Pizza. Above, DHOP owner Steve Petrovitsis learns the technique being taught by Jacob Pelton of McGregor EMS. Courtesy McGregor EMS

“CPR ON THE STREET”

Last week, McGregor Memorial EMS conducted a free informational CPR demonstration and education on Main St. in Durham to inform students, shoppers and residents alike about the benefits of learning Hands Only CPR. This program, sanctioned by the American Heart Association, is part of a nationwide effort to save lives.

If residents are interested in additional training or information, contact Sean Madden, CPR Safe Program Manager at McGregor Memorial EMS. He can be reached at 862-3674 or smadden@mcgregorems.org. The American Heart Association has an informative YouTube video on Hands Only CPR. Click HERE to view the video.

MEETINGS: SCHEDULE AND VIDEO ON DEMAND

The following public meetings are scheduled for the coming week All meetings begin at 7:00 PM and are held in the Council chambers at the Durham Town Hall unless otherwise indicated below.

Historic District/Heritage Commission - Thursday, September 5, 2013. To view agenda and other information, click HERE.

Parks & Recreation Committee - Thursday, September 5, 2013, 7:00 PM, Parks & Rec Building. To view agenda and other information, click HERE.

All meetings recorded on DCAT are available on DVD at the Durham Public Library for checkout and viewing.

VIDEO ON DEMAND: Meetings can also be viewed via Video on Demand. Interested viewers can access the streaming site from the Town’s website at http://ci.durham.nh.us/ by clicking the DCAT on demand logo, or directly at http://dcat.pegcentral.com/.

Durham Public Library Board of Trustees meeting schedule, please click HERE.

DCAT Programming Schedule, please click HERE.

PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Durham Parks and Recreation, its Director and Committee, strive to offer a wide range of quality programs, parks, and facilities that encourage all community members to participate in healthy, fun, and enriching activities. Together, they celebrate the essential role public recreation plays in fostering a cohesive and vibrant community.

Summer Concert Series Final Show: Pretty Girls Sing Soprano perform on Saturday @ WHF, September 7th (3:30-6). Bring a PICNIC, bring a FRIEND, bring the FAMILY!

Durham Day 2013: Are you a resident? Want to showcase and sell your art? Find out how you can participate in Durham Day 2013 (Saturday, Sep 21st, 12:30-4:00 PM; rain date Sunday, Sep 22nd), Wagon Hill Farm.

Welcome Back Coyote Club Members: That’s right! It’s time once again to explore new places and wildlife, build forts, and take a journey on historic paths! Sign up for Coyote Club now through September 13th (late registration fees apply). For more information, go to https://www.ci.durham.nh.us/recreation/coyote-club-fall-2013 . Coyote Club is a nature-based wildlife education program for grades 1-5.

Rock Climbing Club: Now accepting names for Fall DPR Climbing Club Members (ages 12-18), don’t miss out! Email: sfrazee@ci.durham.nh.us

with participant information to secure a spot.

FITNESS CLASSES CLOSE TO HOME

YOGA: Mondays: 5:45AM and 5PM; Tuesdays: 7:15PM; Thursdays: 6:00AM

Boot Camp: Wednesday/Friday – 7AM
Pilates: Monday – 8AM; Wednesday – 6:30PM; Saturday – 10AM

Zumba: Monday/Wednesday – 5:30PM; Saturday – 9AM

Strength & Stretch: Wednesday/Friday – 8AM

Tai Chi Beginner/Advanced: Friday – 4-5:30PM

Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance: Tuesday/Thursday - 9-10AM

Find out more here: http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/calendar?departments=283

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR P&R EVENTS:

Music by the Bay Summer Concert Series – Pretty Girls Sing Soprano, September 7th 3:30-6 @ Wagon Hill Farm. FREE!

Dam Centennial Celebration – September 15th @ Three Chimneys Inn

Durham Day – September 21st (rain date September 22nd) @ WHF

A Spooktacular Day in Durham – October 25th

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Active Retirement Association members at the top of Mt. Agamenticus, May 2013. Courtesy Cheryl Hempen

Harvest Moon Music Festival 2013 to benefit Oyster River Womenade, Saturday, September 7, 2013, The Barn at Wincellar Farm, Durham, 6PM (doors open at 5:30), featuring Bliss, Electric Truffle, Adam Ezra Group, Entrain. For more information go to http://www.orwomenade.org/

Active Retirement Association General Meeting, Monday, September 9, 2013, 1:30 PM, Durham Evangelical Church. Open to the public, and all may bring friends and guests. For additional information click HERE or contact Carol Caldwell, 603-343-1004.

Scott’s Chesney’s CD release live performance of original songs, Thursday, September 12, 2013, Three Chimneys Inn, Madbury Room. Begins at 6PM; music from 7-9PM. He will be joined by two prominent singer/songwriters Delilah Poupore and Craig Werth, both of whom will also perform. Event is on behalf of the On Belay program providing adventure-based programs that build community among youth who have or have had a family member with cancer. CDs will be given away to all attendees willing to make a gracious donation to On Belay. Visit http://www.on-belay.org/

WEEKLY ARREST REPORT

*Academic year commenced August 23rd and will be measured through graduation at UNH in May.

The Durham Police measure arrest data in three specific categories, weekly, academic year and calendar year. Each category is designed to assist in the planning process of allocating police personnel at appropriate times and in the appropriate places. The arrest data for the first week of the academic year began anew on last Monday which explains why the week statistics may not match with the start of the academic year. As UNH begins their academic year on different weeks each year, the statistics from this exact week in several years data would appear out of context and/or skew comparisons to those of previous years. Consequently the above matrix does not include data for some years as the academic year would have started another week. In any event, the weekly arrest data will begin anew with this report!

FROM "HISTORY IN AN OYSTERSHELL - A BRIEF HISTORY OF DURHAM, NH, 1600 - 1976 written by Philip A. Wilcox and members of the Durham Historic Association.

1655 - A meeting house was built on the south side of the river by Valentine Hill. The town lot consisted of 60 acres and contained a parsonage and burial ground. A 4-rod road was allowed through it, as this was the fording place at low tide for crossing from Dover to Exeter.

Have a very nice and safe Labor Day weekend.

Todd

Todd I. Selig, Administrator

Town of Durham, New Hampshire

T: 603-868-5571 F: 603-868-5572

tselig@ci.durham.nh.us http://www.ci.durham.nh.us

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