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Cots inside "surge" facility at the UNH Hamel Recreation Center. Courtesy Todd Selig
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The Town Hall has received many calls over the last couple of days about what is happening around the Hamel Recreation Center with fencing and Army National Guard activity. One of seven state-wide “surge” facilities to handle overflow hospitalization needs due to COVID-19 is being planned for the Hamel Recreation Center at the request of the state. A UNH Team and representatives from the Town met with the Army National Guard and doctor representatives from all of the regional hospitals earlier this week for a walk through and pre-planning meetings.
The site (shown above) is now completed for use in the future -- if needed. In addition, some element of UNH residence facilities may ultimately be called upon to house first responders, as needed.
Kudos to UNH for making available this state-of-the-art facility for the broader community and region.
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DPW sent out it’s annual Spring Newsletter this week. Unfortunately, at this time it is necessary to postpone Spring Cleanup until further notice due to the current Covid-19 crisis. We hope to be able to re-schedule it but at this time we are playing it by ear. View the Spring 2020 Newsletter HERE.
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View a PSA Safe Grocery Shopping in COVID-19 Pandemic Utube video HERE.
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UPDATED COVID-19 COVER CASE INFORMATION FOR NEW HAMPSHIRE (As of 3/26/20 at 9:00 AM)
Number of Persons with COVID‐19: 158
Deaths attributed to COVID-19: 1
Hospitalizations: 25 (16%)
Persons tested negative at selected laboratories: 3,395
Persons with specimens submitted to NH PHL: 2,721
Persons with test pending at NH PHL: 592
Persons being monitored in NH (approx. point in time): 825
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William "Bill" Schoonmaker. Courtesy Jill Schoonmaker
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DURHAM LOSES LONGTIME BELOVED RESIDENT WILLIAM "BILL" SCHOONMAKER
We were saddened to hear that this past Sunday, March 22, 2020, longtime resident and local respected architect William "Bill" Schoonmaker died in his home.
Bill was extraordinary in so many ways. He lived and loved expansively. In honor of Bill's distinctive spirit and character, his family has provided the url contained within his obituary to read a more personalized remembrance of a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and community member who will be so deeply missed.
Read Bill's obituary HERE.
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GOVERNOR SUNUNU ISSUES A STAY AT HOME ORDER
Governor Sununu issued a stay-at-home order and an order for the closure of nonessential business that will take effect at midnight tonight/Friday night. "We cannot stress this enough. You should stay at your house unless absolutely necessary. Of course we will not prevent you from leaving your home to go on a walk or when going to the store, or if you need groceries or are simply going to work. But beyond essential necessities, you should not be leaving your home," Sununu said.
All state beaches on the Seacoast will also be closed effective Friday night.
View the governor’s order which includes a full list of essential businesses HERE.
Here is a partial list of business and activities that may remain open:
- Grocery and convenience stores
- Pharmacies
- Doctor's offices and hospitals
- Gas stations
- Banks and credit unions
- Takeout and delivery from restaurants
- School lunch program deliveries
- Other essential businesses. See the link above.
- Municipal operations.
Businesses and activities that must close includes:
- Non-essential retail stores and malls
- Barbershops, hair salons, cosmetic stores, and tattoo parlors
- Movie theaters, bowling alleys and arcades
- Concerts, sporting events and festivals
- For businesses that are closing here are some suggestions: Business Closure and Suspension Tips.
Here are some resources for restaurants that remain open:
Christine Soutter, Durham’s Economic Development Director, said, “I honestly do understand what some of the businesses are feeling right now. My husband works in the food service industry and although he works smart and hard, we will be financially affected by this crisis. All we can do is do what we can. Please ask for help if you need it. Stronger together!”
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Something you don’t see everyday - Army National Guard soldiers in Durham. Courtesy Todd Selig
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A MESSAGE TO THE DURHAM COMMUNITY FROM THE LAMPREY HEALTH CARE
For close to fifty years, Lamprey Health Care has been committed to serving its communities. The challenges faced with the spread of COVID 19 has only strengthened the organization's resolve to serve its patients. To continue to provide patient care, the organization need to change how it provides care. Lamprey wants residents to know that its primary focus is to ensure the safety of both patients and staff and to continue to provide high-quality care to its patients.
For that reason, effective Wednesday, March 25, Lamprey Healthcare will consolidate its Newmarket and Raymond centers. Its Newmarket center will be providing 100% telehealth services. The Raymond center will accommodate patients who require in-person visits. Patients should continue to call the phone number for their primary care provider.
Patients need to call before coming to the health center. This is so staff can assess which type of appointment will best meet your needs. There may also be specific instructions they will ask you to follow. Any instructions from Lamprey staff are in place for the safety of patients and the safety of the staff. For assistance, call Lamprey Healthcare at (603) 659-3106.
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Some members attended the Planning Board meeting this past Wednesday evening, while others participated from their homes via Zoom. Courtesy DCAT Studios.
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DCAT INTRODUCES ZOOM VIDEO CONFERENCING AT WEDNESDAY'S PLANNING BOARD MEETING
What is Zoom you ask? Zoom, is one of the leading video conferencing software apps. It allows you to virtually interact with board members and co-workers when in-person meetings aren't possible.
With the COVID-19 virus, Zoom has become an essential tool for the Town. The Council Chambers is now set up as a "Zoom Room" that features a 65" flat panel TV on a rolling cart; audio is generated through the TV speakers and the in-ceiling overhead audio system. Zoom participants are able to virtually take part in a public meeting seeing what the DCAT cameras see in real time.
Wednesday evening's broadcast of the Durham Planning Board introduced Zoom Video Conferencing in which six board members and one applicant participated in the meeting "virtually". We have eight Zoom Room meetingS scheduled for next month. We've added a Zoom phone in number with password that will be broadcast on DCAT 22 & DCAT LiveStream, for anyone wishing to call in during public comment.
We'll continue to make adjustments and add equipment for the best viewing experience so, stay tuned. Kaizen!
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MESSAGE FROM UNH PRESIDENT JAMES W. DEAN, JR.
Dear Members of our University Community —
As we said yesterday, these are challenging times and we are grateful for every one of you. Our dedicated faculty who are working with students to ensure they can meet course requirements and make successful progress towards their degrees. Our students, especially those who would otherwise experience insecurity related to safe shelter and meals, who are cared for and caring for each other and their families. Our workforce that has transitioned to working from home, maintaining operations to ensure the long-term survival of UNH. Thank you. We are taking care of each other and great things are happening.
We want to take a minute to share with you what else we’re doing in support of those throughout the state who are on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
At the request of N.H. Governor Chris Sununu and the N.H. Department of Health and Human Services, we are preparing facilities on our Durham campus to serve as overflow and surge spaces for hospitals and as quarantine housing for health personnel in partnership with the N.H. National Guard. We are offering resources in support of drive through testing and our dining hall will provide takeout meals for anyone sheltering on our Durham campus.
In addition, we have collected more than 45,000 pairs of gloves, nearly 11,000 surgical masks, 216 protective gowns, 4,800 N-95 respirators and 38 Tyvek suits to donate to health care facilities in our region. We are making laboratory equipment available to medical personnel as they work to combat the virus, particularly with regard to ramping up our state's testing capacity. Faculty and staff who work regularly with their regional and state government colleagues are continuing communications to assist on a range of issues including training on virtual meeting software.
Finally, while in-person campus activities and enrichment opportunities have been cancelled for the time being, outreach teams at all of our institutions are working to bring programs online to provide resources and support to residents and businesses who are adjusting to the upheaval of the last several weeks.
Thank you for everything you are doing. Together we will persevere.
James W. Dean Jr.
President
Paul Dean
Associate Vice President for Public Safety and
Risk Management and Chief, UNH Police Department
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ASSEMBLING A LIST OF POTENTIAL VOLUNTEERS SHOULD THEY BE NEEDED AS PART OF DURHAM COVID-19 PLANNING/LOCAL RESPONSE
The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is a very unusual situation and the world is literally grappling with how to respond and implications -- Durham as well.
To that end, if our local municipal resources at some point prove insufficient to meet demands due to eventual widespread illness or quarantine, it would be helpful to have a list of residents who might be willing to assist in some TBD manner. This might include picking up and delivering food to members of the community who, for whatever reason, are unable to leave their homes. It might include staffing a shelter, answering phones, etc.
If you have an interest, please send an email to Captain David Holmstock, mailto:dholmstock@ci.durham.nh.us, at the Durham Police Department with your name, email, and phone number. We have no tasks in mind but better to be proactive and prepared!
We have already activated this list of volunteers several times to assist members of the community who have been unable to leave their homes with the threat of COVID-19.
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STATE OF NH SETS UP 211 SYSTEM TO ANSWER CITIZEN CALLS CONCERNING COVID-19
If you have questions/concerns about the Coronavirus 2019, feel free to dial 211 on your phone to dial the state information service.
If you have questions about the time high tide reaches Adams Point, check elsewhere!
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CHIEF KURZ GIVES OFFICIAL NOTICE OF RETIREMENT
In the January 31, 2020 edition of the "Friday Updates, we noted that Durham Police Chief Chief Kurz planned to retire in July of this summer. Today, Chief Kurz gave Administrator Selig his official notice of retirement which can be viewed HERE.
Dealing with this change will be lessened as Town Administrator Todd Selig has decided to promote Deputy Chief Rene Kelley to Chief upon Chief Kurz’s retirement. Deputy Chief Kelley will be promoting Captain David Holmstock to Deputy Chief, and a formal process to identify the next Captain will be accomplished with the assistance of Municipal Resources Inc. of Meredith, NH.
Chief Kurz came to Durham as police chief in January of 1996 appointed by then Town Administrator Larry Wood.
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DURHAM RESTAURANT INFORMATION DURING THE PANDEMIC - What's open for take out, etc.
Updated information about Durham restaurants can be viewed HERE.
During this extreme business interruption, we actively encourage residents to patronize our local downtown Durham businesses community for take out as much as possible, exercising appropriate social distancing.
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POSTED ROADS- NOTICE TO ALL CONTRACTORS- SPRING HEAVY HAULING ORDINANCE HAULING LIMITED TO SIX (6) TONS OR LESS EFFECTIVE MARCH 15, 2020 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2020
Depending upon road conditions and as directed by the Director of Public Works, hauling over six tons will not be allowed on the following roads:
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The Town of Durham's Ordinance Regulating Heavy Hauling will be in effect from Tuesday, March 15, 2020 at 12:01 AM, until Saturday, April 30, 2020 at 11:59 PM.
The Durham Town Council has given the Director of Public Works authority to impose the load limit regulations before or after these dates if deemed necessary. Please be on the lookout for posted signs indicating the beginning of the restricted area(s). The Ordinance restricts hauling over six (6) tons on specific Class V roads within the Town of Durham. The roads affected, exempted hauling and other information is contained in Ordinance 96-02; Code of the Town of Durham, Chapter 153, section B and is available at the Durham Public Works Department, 100 Stone Quarry Drive, Durham or by calling (603) 868-5578.
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Resident Christianna Wiechert and her dog, Rufus
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FRIENDLY REMINDER TO LICENSE YOUR DOG BY APRIL 30, 2020 - Attention all dog owners!
This is friendly reminder to all dog owners that they must license their dogs by April 30, 2020. Residents are automatically entered into the town’s first annual Top Dog raffle if they register their dogs on time. The gift basket currently includes over $225 of donations and gift cards from the Yellow Dog Barn, Oyster River Veterinary Hospital, Take Five Dogcare, LLC, and Great Bay Kennel. The raffle will be held in May 2020. The Town Clerk’s Office would like to extend a big thank you to all of our local businesses that contributed to the gift basket.
Please note that the Town Clerk’s Office is closed to the public at this time, but you may complete your dog license registration online, by mail or through the Town Hall’s drop box. If you are not renewing online or if this is your first time registering your dog in Durham, please make a check payable to the “Town of Durham” and mail it to the Town Clerk at 8 Newmarket Road, Durham, NH 03824. Spayed and neutered dogs are $7.50 each and non-altered dogs are $10.00 each. Your dog’s rabies vaccination must be current in order to receive a license.
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WHOSE TOWN WILL BE THE 2020 CENSUS SELF-RESPONSE RATE CHALLENGE WINNER? Which two town managers will be washing the winning town's dirtiest firetruck?
The 2020 Census finds the towns of Durham, Dover and Newmarket competing for the second time in a decade to see whose community residents do the best at filling out the 2020 Census forms before May 15th. And what are we competing for? For our community’s pride and achievement indeed, and, well, an afternoon of having Dover and Newmarket come clean our fire trucks while we sip our lemonade!
Jokes aside, the Census is very important for our community, our state and our country. The Census results determines how more than $675 billion a year in tax revenue is distributed by federal agencies to the states to fund programs like housing, school construction, roads, hospitals, lunch and after-school programs and many other programs. We need all of you residents to help your community get the most out of American system of government.
So far, Dover is in the lead at 32.1%, Durham is holding 2nd at 29.9%, and Newmarket (reigning champ) is fast approaching Durham's 2nd place spot at 29.7%! We have until May 14th, to determine a winner, and we want Durham to come in first. Anything can happen in a month!!
If you have not yet done so, let us all take a few moments of our time and fill out the census forms - for our town, our state and our country. Oh, and also to have the other towns come wash our fire trucks! Let’s win this competition. The form is quick and easy to complete! Please fill out your Census forms!
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DOGS RUNNING AT LARGE - Durham does have a Leash Law
There have been several reports of dogs off leash recently.
Town ordinances require that a dog be on a leash no longer than 8 feet at all times when off the private property of the owner. If the dog bolts from the owner’s property to harass or frighten people this is a violation of the Town Ordinance.
We all love our pets but there are some who may be frightened of a dog they are not familiar with and it is ultimately the owner’s responsibility to ensure that their animal is restrained when off their property limits.
Read Durham's ordinance concerning the regulation of dogs HERE.
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ACTING U.S. HOMELAND SECURITY SECRETARY CHAD WOLF STATEMENT ON THE REAL ID ENFORCEMENT DEADLINE - Implementation delayed by 1 year.
“Due to circumstances resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and the national emergency declaration, the Department of Homeland Security, as directed by President Donald J. Trump, is extending the REAL ID enforcement deadline beyond the current October 1, 2020 deadline. I have determined that states require a twelve-month delay and that the new deadline for REAL ID enforcement is October 1, 2021. DHS will publish a notice of the new deadline in the Federal Register in the coming days.
“The federal, state and local response to the spread of the Coronavirus here in the United States necessitates a delay in this deadline. Our state and local partners are working tirelessly with the Administration to flatten the curve and, therefore, we want to remove any impediments to response and recovery efforts. States across the country are temporarily closing or restricting access to DMVs. This action will preclude millions of people from applying for and receiving their REAL ID. Extending the deadline will also allow the Department to work with Congress to implement needed changes to expedite the issuance of REAL IDs once the current health crisis concludes.
“Protecting both the health and national security of the American people continues to be the top priority for the President of the United States and the Department of Homeland Security.”
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Figure 2-Mill Pond Bathymetric Survey with approximate exploration locations
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UPDATE ON MILL POND GEOTECHNICAL WORK
Two borings were completed Wednesday and Thursday. Rock quality was very good at shallow depths. Four probes have been completed as of 1:00 Thursday 3/26. They will complete the last probe as well as a couple of extra to round out their work today 3/27.
Note – P-4 went down 35 feet, at which point the ran out of casing, so not the shallow rock we expected. The contractor will complete this scope of work today and demobilize from the site.
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New England Boring set up to complete geotechnical borings as part of the Mill Pond Dam Feasibility Study. Courtesy April Talon
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EVERSOURCE SEACOAST RELIABILITY PROJECT ANTICIPATED CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE UPDATED AS OF MARCH 26, 2020 -- *Schedule is subject to change and will be updated periodically.
The following is the updated Eversource SRP anticipated construction schedule for Durham and UNH.
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DURHAM ONCE AGAIN SELECTED TO BE SURVEYED AS PART OF HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN'S MUNICIPAL EQUITY INDEX
The Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) once again has rated 506 cities to be included in its Municipal Equity Index (MEI), including the 50 state capitals, the 200 largest cities in the U.S., the five largest cities or municipalities in each state, the cities home to the state’s two largest public universities, 75 cities and census-designated places with high proportions of same s-ex couples, and 98 cities selected by HRC and Equality Federation state group members and supporters. It assesses each city on 49 criteria covering citywide non-discrimination protections, policies for municipal employees, city services, law enforcement and the city’s leadership on LGBTQ equality. The MEI is the only nationwide assessment of LGBTQ inclusion in municipal law, policy and services.
Durham has been chosen again this year and has been selected every year since 2013 to participate in the MEI. Last year, Durham received the highest ranking in New Hampshire of 90.
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DURHAM'S VIRTUAL TOWN HALL...
With COVID-19 we've been working toward making Durham’s Town Hall and other municipal services as virtual as practical given inherent limitations in technology, staffing, laws/rules, and funding. In effect, only urgent in-person transactions are now being processed at the Town Hall/Town departments -- and these are by appointment only so be sure to call ahead. Most business can be accomplished electronically at http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/.
Town Clerk-Tax Collectors Office 603-868-5577
mailto:lpitt@ci.durham.nh.us
mailto:rdeane@ci.durham.nh.us
mailto:dhamel@ci.durham.nh.us
Public Works has informed us that they are closed to the public except by appoint only. Please call ahead at the telephone number below. In addition, the swap shop is closed but the dump is currently open. If you need a new sticker, call Public Works for the latest updates.
Public Works Department 603-868-5578
mailto:jrichard@ci.durham.nh.us
For Planning, Zoning and Assessing Offices please call ahead. If you need to apply for a permit or to the Zoning or Planning Board, all these types of applications can be done through email and regular mail. Please call for inspection requests and we will give you the latest updates. We will still be in the office to handle requests for information from building files and will be able to email you the information.
Planning, Zoning, & Assessing Office 603-868-8064
mailto:kedwards@ci.durham.nh.us
Fire Department 603-868-5531
mailto:fire@ci.durham.nh.us
Police Department 603-868-2324
mailto:police@ci.durham.nh.us
Fun fact: Durham residents have been especially compliant with the Town’s request to process transactions online. Since March 18, we have processed over 100 transactions through EB2GOV. A typical month is usually about 25-30 transactions. Hats off to our residents for following the social distancing guidelines!
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PART-TIME SEASONAL HELP WANTED AT DPW - A great summer job opportunity for 18+ year olds from ORHS and UNH!
Seasonal summer help wanted for the Department of Public Works- mowing, general landscaping and facility maintenance, support to other DPW staff, etc. If interested, please feel free to fill out an application at the Public Works office located at 100 Stone Quarry Drive. Pay will start at $12/HR or more depending on experience. All applicants must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver’s license to apply.
Applications may also be requested via e-mail at mailto:publicworks@ci.durham.nh.us or by calling 603-868-5578. Application and copy of valid driver’s license to be submitted to the Public Works Department no later than 4:00 PM, Friday, April 10, 2020.
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Provided by Durham’s Land Stewardship Subcommittee, Conservation Commission, and Parks & Recreation Department
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DISCOVER DURHAM'S TRAILS - WEEKLY SCAVENGER HUNTS PROVIDE A WAY FOR THE COMMUNITY TO STAY ACTIVE DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME
The Town of Durham’s open spaces offer places for maintaining mental and physical health for individuals and families, during these stressful times. The trails are open for exploration—due to the COVID-19 threat, visitors must maintain appropriate social distancing, which generally means keeping 6 feet apart. To enhance your outdoor experience, we offer a weekly scavenger hunt for things that you might see as you hike a Durham trail. Please leave what you observe and take only memories or pictures, and carry out what you carry in. Enjoy and Stay Safe.
Trail maps for Durham conservation areas are available HERE.
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HELP BUILD A NEW PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE ON THE MERRICK EASEMENT: $1,920 RAISED SO FAR!
Tom and Mary Merrick conveyed a conservation easement on their 23-acre property to the Town of Durham in 2006. The Merrick family continues to own and manage their property, while the easement protects their land in perpetuity from further development. A network of public trails connects the entrance off Bagdad Road, near the Oyster River High School, with an entrance and small parking area off Canney Road, close to the new Riverwoods complex. The trail entrance off Bagdad Road runs through a wet section of the property and despite several attempts to cross this wet section with wood bridges or stepping stones in the past, they have not lasted. Our plan is to build a solid, decked bridge that would allow water to flow underneath and cross the wet, muddy stretch of trail. Our goal is to raise $2,500 for the cost of materials by May 1, 2020 so that we can complete the project with volunteers by September 1st. You can read more about the project HERE and find a pledge form HERE.
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MESSAGE FROM THE US POSTAL SERVICE CONCERNING COVID-19
The US Postal Service has released a statement concerning the COVID-19 virus. Part of the full statement reads:
"To reduce health risks, we are temporarily modifying customer signature capture procedures. While maintaining a safe, appropriate distance, employees will request the customer’s first initial and last name so that the employee can enter the information on the electronic screen or hard copy items such as return receipts, PS Forms 3811 and 3829. For increased safety, employees will politely ask the customer to step back a safe distance or close the screen door/door so that they may leave the item in the mail receptacle or appropriate location by the customer door."
View the statement in its entirety HERE.
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LOCAL FARMS HAVE SAFE, LOCALLY PRODUCED FOOD!
The road ahead is tough for local farms and food producers and our support is needed now more than ever. Please visit Seacoast Harvest for a list of farms selling and delivery food. And follow Seacoast Eat Local and Seacoast Harvest on social media to keep informed about local sources of food and how to support farmers. Please contact Theresa Walker of the Durham Agricultural Commission if you need more information, mailto:theresawalker@comcast.net
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ONLINE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES THAT FOCUS ON AGRICULTURAL ISSUES, ACTIVITIES, ETC.
Parents looking for online educational resources can subscribe to the NH Ag in the Classroom newsletter HERE. The newsletter provides resources and activities featuring science, math, social studies, and language arts with food, garden and farming themes, including virtual field trips to farms, recipes and games.
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Former Durham Fire Chief Ron O'Keefe (now working with UNH in Campus Emergency Management) and current Fire Chief David Emanuel at the Hamel Recreation Center. Courtesy Todd Selig
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VACANCIES ON TOWN BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES - We'd love to have interested residents get involved - new/old alike. It's a wonderful way to become active in local affairs affecting our community!
On April 30, 2020, terms on various Town boards, commissions, and committees will expire. In mid-April, the Town Council will begin the process for making its annual appointments/reappointments to Town boards, with appointments to take effect May 1, 2020. The Durham Town Council is seeking interested residents of the Town of Durham who have the ability, desire, and time needed to fill these vacancies.
Citizens interested in board appointments may stop in or contact the Town Administrator’s office at 868-5571 and ask for a board application form. Applications are also available on the home page of the Town’s web site: www.ci.durham.nh.us at the top of the page. Click on “Helpful Resources”, then “Town Documents”, then “Forms and Applications”, then “Application for Appointment”.
Completed applications may be mailed to the Town Administrator’s office, or submitted via email to jberry@ci.durham.nh.us.
The deadline for receipt of completed applications is Friday, March 27, 2020.
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DURHAM'S NEW OUTDOOR TRAIL MAP GOES LIVE - Check it out...
Durham is well known for great public schools, the University and plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. While most residents, and many visitors, are familiar with Wagon Hill Farm, there are numerous other venues in Town for outdoor recreation.
In an effort to provide a simple yet useful map to highlight the Town’s main parks and trails, part-time Economic Development Director Christine Soutter worked with local boards and a local graphic designer to create a resource for those looking to get outdoors.
Use the whimsical map to discover new places to hike, bike, walk your dog or put a kayak in the river. The new map can be found both online and at various venues in Town.
View the map HERE.
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DURHAM RESIDENTS: BEING COUNTED IN THE 2020 CENSUS MATTERS!
You are an important part of the Town of Durham’s story. You can make sure Durham’s story is told by RESPONDING to the 2020 Census. The Census is a count of everyone living in the United States as of the 1st of April 2020. When you respond, you will help our town get the most Complete Count possible!
RESPONDING is important for Durham. Census results affect our voice in government, how much funding our community receives, and how our community plans for the future.
Invitations from the US Census Bureau arrived in Durham mailboxes this week!
View more information HERE.
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TOWN OF DURHAM FACEBOOK AND TWITTER ACCOUNTS
Did you know that the Town has a Facebook & Twitter account and frequently posts Durham & UNH news, happenings, and articles of interest in our area and the seacoast?
Like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter.
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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.
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In compliance with the NH State Stay at Home Order effective March 27th, Durham Public Library will be ending curbside service at 4:00 pm on Friday, March 27th. For information regarding available services during our closure and our updated Director’s Statement, please visit our website HERE.
Our Library Haiku Contest Is Still Happening!
Celebrate National Poetry Month in April with DPL!
- Write a Library-themed haiku of 17-syllables or less in 3 lines.
- Submit your haiku to mailto:durhampl@gmail.com with "Poetry Contest" in the subject line anytime! We will announce the final submission date once we have a reopening date!
- Submissions will be posted anonymously in the library lobby for public voting through April's National Poetry Month or for a month as soon as we are able to reopen!
- The winner will be announced - TBA based on reopening
- Open to all.
- $100 cash prize and publication on our website and in our newsletter!
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HISTORY IN AN OYSTERSHELL - A Brief History of Durham, NH 1600 - 1976 (A little volume that was the Heritage Project of the Durham Historic Association Bicentennial celebration)
Preface - "Since before God made the first little green apples, oysters have probably been growin in the Oyster River; and some of the largest and juiciest to be found anywhere in the world are still growing here today. The following vignettes from rollicking history of Durham town on the Oyster River are therefore presented between the shells of an oyster."
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1968 - A swan arrived on the Mill Pond, was christened Alice and became the pet of the town. A mate, Hamilton, was obtained. Broods of cygnets have been produced but only one survived. Flying to Portsmouth for open winter water, they have always returned for Town Meeting day.
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What a semester!!! We are entering a strange and unexpected period of time where arrest data seems so secondary to our collective lives. Obviously with UNH closing on-campus activity this data will become significantly less important. However, it may be wise to monitor and keep our community informed as to what the Durham and UNH Police are encountering and experiencing from our enforcement necessities, as that is the manner both agencies are viewing our collective mission. While arrests will still occur, obviously the need to address large crowds is diminished if not totally eliminated. However as we enter an era where none of us have any experience to judge what can be expected, there will almost certainly be a shifting of mission critical.
Stay safe and healthy.
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Some beauty amidst the craziness emerges in Durham with the coming of spring. Courtesy Todd Selig
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Todd
Todd I. Selig, Administrator/Emergency Management Director
Town of Durham, NH
a: 8 Newmarket Rd., Durham, NH 03824 USA
t: 603.868.5571 | w: www.ci.durham.nh.us
He/him/his pronouns
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