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Friday, September 30, 2022
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Maryanna Hatch and companion
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The flag presented to the Town last year by Paul and Denise Pouliot from the Cowasuck Band of the Pennacook Abenaki People is now hanging on the flagpole at Town Hall in recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day. The flag will remain for the month of October. Meghan C.L. Howey, UNH Professor of Anthropology & Earth Systems Research Center and the Pouliot's will provide a presentation at Monday night's Town Council meeting on archaeological research that has been done on Durham’s indigenous past.
All Town Offices will be CLOSED in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day in Durham on Monday, October 10, 2022.
NO Changes to Curbside Collection on Indigenous Peoples' Day. The Durham Public Works Department would like to remind residents that the Raymond. A. LaRoche, Sr. Transfer Station and Recycling Center will be open on Saturday, October 8th. Additionally, there will be no changes to the curbside collection routes on Indigenous People’s Day, October 10th.
Trick-or-Treating in Durham is on Sunday, October 30, 2022 from 5 - 7:30 PM.
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REMEMBERING MARYANNA HATCH, A "DOER OF DEEDS" ON OUR BEHALF
(Contributed by Robin Mower)
Longtime Durham resident Maryanna Hatch, visionary and co-founder of pioneering senior living facility RiverWoods, died on September 23 at the age of 99.
The tribute to her at the RiverWoods website notes that: “Maryanna and [co-founder Rosemary Coffin’s] idea to create an involved community of engaged adults has expanded beyond their initial imagination, to multiple campuses across New Hampshire. Their focus was to change lives for the better, thinking not of themselves, but of the greater community. Their vision and commitment to a greater good inspires us every day.”
Maryanna had an eye on making the future better while honoring our heritage. A gracious but firm leader, she was among Durham volunteers one might call “super-engaged.” Over the years, she took on more community roles than many could even name. Her comments when retiring from the Board of Selectmen (see below) reflect her belief in civilly sharing the responsibility for governance.
Durham’s Town Reports acknowledged the contributions to Durham made by both Maryanna and her husband, artist John Hatch. Minutes for the 1980 Town Meeting note that “Selectman Lawrence O’Connell, as a point of personal privilege,…read the following tribute to retiring Selectman Maryanna Hatch:
“At the end of this Town meeting, Maryanna Hatch will conclude her term of service as a Selectman. As you know, she has decided not to seek reelection.
“We thought it would be appropriate tonight to let you know how much her presence as a Selectman has meant to her colleagues, and how much we hope her work has meant to the citizens of Durham. Maryanna came to the Board after long service to the Town as a member of the Planning Board, and from leadership positions in other local and regional organizations. She learned early that Theodore Roosevelt was right when he pointed out that it was not the critic of public affairs who should be praised, but rather what Roosevelt called the “doer of deeds” who attempts much and is willing to risk failure as well as hope for success. Maryanna has been involved; she has been willing to deal with controversial issues, and she knows that while that stance may be more challenging than that of critic, it is ultimately far more rewarding.
“But if Maryanna has worked at all of the tasks which she faced, she has never, never forgotten that civility should be the guide for all public discourse, no matter how discordant the cries of the disputants may be. One cannot overestimate the importance of this conviction. We will miss her. And we hope that she may look favorably on the time spent with us, despite those widely spaced moments when she would look at us and say “I think you guys are...” and then go on to point out our failures of the moment. The more frequent communications were those of agreement on most issues. All of the moments with her, however, have been a joy, for while she knows the importance of honor and graciousness, she combines these with the ability to work hard, understand quickly, and act rationally.
“We know that her work in Durham will continue, and we hope that her contact with the Board of Selectmen will continue. It is especially important for a person of Maryanna 's essential optimism to continue in an age of disillusion and diminished optimism. But one's spirits are always buoyed when a postcard is received from Maryanna and John Hatch on one of their too-short sailing vacations in Maine. The one I liked best was postmarked from some post in Penobscot Bay. But the picture was a map of the Mediterranean with Italy, Sicily, and Corsica pictured. The message was “Hopelessly lost.” We will be almost lost without you, Maryanna, and we thank you for your work for the Town of Durham.”
Mrs. Hatch was given a standing ovation. She then asked to speak, beginning with the fact that she attended her first town meeting in Durham 30 years ago this month. Mrs. Hatch said she was concerned over the lessening of citizen participation in town government during the last few years. Not only is it becoming difficult to find people willing to serve on the Budget Committee, but the number of people attending the town meetings seems to grow smaller each year, so fewer voters are taking the responsibility for the governing of their town. Mrs. Hatch said that perhaps it was time to consider some other form of government than the five-man Board of Selectmen.
(2022 note: Just a few years later, Maryanna took up the challenge, as Vice-Chair of the Charter Commission, of helping to lead Durham through the transition to our current form of government, a Town Council.)
Fourteen years after retiring as a Select Board member, the 1994 Town Report, dedicated to John and Maryanna, took up Maryanna’s story and fleshed out the many civic roles she played in the Durham community:
“Maryanna has been actively involved with the Town for the past 35 years. Like John, Maryanna has a devotion for the preservation and protection of the land's natural resources and began serving on the Conservation Commission in 1965. She is [very] interested in the Town's history and Chaired the Historic District Study Committee from 1969-70. She later served on the Historic District Commission from 1978-87. Maryanna continues to maintain her love of history as the Curator of the Durham Historic Museum. In addition to those mentioned above, Maryanna was a member of the Planning Board from 1965-68, the Board of Selectmen from 1976-80, the Charter Committee from 1986-87 and Chaired the first Town Council form of government from 1988-89. She served on the Bicentennial Committee from 1974-76, was Chair of the 250th Anniversary Committee from 1980-82 and Chaired the Durham/UNH Advisory Committee in 1988. On November 3, 1994, Maryanna received the “Municipal Volunteer of the Year” award at the NH Municipal Association's awards dinner. Receipt of this award is based on the contributions of a person's time and skills to his or her community acting through an organization or group (such as municipal board, agency or committee), or an organization such as a local historical preservation society.”
A private memorial service was held at the Durham cemetery this past week. The lovely SeacoastOnline obituary notes that a celebration of Maryanna’s life will be held at RiverWoods in May of 2023.
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DPW Director Rich Reine and Town Councilor Joe Friedman in the basement of the Old Town Hall/Courthouse looking at work that has been ongoing addressing HVAC, heat, and other facility issues within as part of FY 2023 budget development process. Courtesy Todd Selig
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BUDGET AND CIP DEVELOPMENT PROCESS UNDER WAY FOR FY 2023
Over the course of the summer, Durham’s department heads, as well as the Town’s various boards, committees, and commissions (as well as external organizations to which the Town makes payments for services such dispatch, ambulance, social service agencies, etc.) have been preparing their requested budgets and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) requests for FY 2023 for consideration by Administrator Selig as he works with Business Manager Gail Jablonski and departments to prepare a formal FY 2023 budget proposal for Town Council consideration as part of the annual budget development process.
Business Manager Jablonski has organized budget meetings with each of the Town’s department heads to enable herself and Administrator Selig to talk with departments and better understand budget requests, as well as departmental CIP requests. Members of the Town Council have been extended an invitation to attend these meetings if they have an interest in doing so.
The Town Council’s budget goals for 2023 include:
Task the Administrator with meeting the following: 1) Holding the municipal tax rate at the 2022 level or less. 2) Continue to make an effort to control spending, enhance revenues, broaden the tax base, and explore innovative ways to stabilize or reduce the municipal tax rate. 3) Work to secure available external grant funding opportunities.
Per Town Charter, the Administrator is charged with the development of the annual budget and CIP program. The proposed annual budget must be submitted to the Town Council by the last business day in October. The Town Council by Charter then has until the last business day in December to adopt a budget or the Administrator’s budget becomes the budget of the Town by default.
The requested CIP projects were presented to and discussed with the Planning Board on September 14, 2022. You can view that discussion HERE.
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IT’S BUDGET SEASON, SO PLEASE EXCUSE THE DELAY IN MR. SELIG FOLLOWING UP ON EMAILS, VOICEMAILS, LETTERS, ETC.
Budget season is upon us in Durham and as such, Administrator Selig is actively working with the Business Office and our various department, boards, committees, and commissions in formulating a proposed budget for consideration by the Town Council. By Town Charter, Mr. Selig has until the last business day in October to propose a budget to the Council. The Council then has until the last business day in December to adopt a budget of its own, or the Administrator’s proposed budget becomes the FY 2023 budget by default.
At this time of year, Mr. Selig is in constant budget meetings, in additional to normal responsibilities, and as such responding to correspondence and calls/inquiries, is typically delayed. Urgent matters should be sent to the attention of Administrative Assistant Jennie Berry, jberry@ci.durham.nh.us
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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY EVENT - Pre-registration required – October 22nd at Durham Public Works
Durham Public Works would like to remind residents that the annual Household Hazardous Waste Day Event will be held on October 22nd. This collection event provides an opportunity for residents to properly dispose of certain common household hazardous wastes free of charge while protecting the environment. Please call Durham Public Works at 603-868-5578 for additional details. Pre-registration is required!
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Dwight Richard from DPW exercising gate valves in Durham. Courtesy DPW
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SEMI-ANNUAL GATE VALVE EXERCISING AND WATER MAIN FLUSHING PROGRAM
The UNH/Durham Water System operates a semi-annual gate valve exercising and uni-directional water main flushing program. The flushing program helps to keep the water distribution piping clean and ensures the delivery of high-quality water to its customers. Gate valves are exercised to ensure proper operation so that pipe section isolation can occur during an emergency event.
Due to the significant drought conditions experienced this summer, the UNH/Durham Water System Team decided to forego the flushing portion of the program this Fall in an effort to further conserve precious resources. Gate valve exercising continued and was completed this week. In the image above, Durham Public Works Chief Water Operator Dwight Richard is seen exercising a valve on Canney Road.
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PART-TIME MINUTE TAKER POSITION SOUGHT BY DURHAM
The Town of Durham is seeking a reliable and responsible individual to prepare minutes for its Zoning Board of Adjustment meetings by viewing recorded meetings on the Town’s website using DCAT on Demand. Meetings are generally 3-4 hours in length. The Zoning Board of Adjustment meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7PM.
Applicants are required to possess or have access to a computer and the internet for final preparation of the minutes. Applicants must be able to provide minutes in Microsoft Word document format, possess strong language, written communication and typing skills, and be capable of preparing the minutes with minimal supervision.
Beginning wage rate is $20.00 per hour, dependent on education and experience. Please submit a resume, along with three (3) professional references and a cover letter to Administrative Assistant Jennie Berry, 8 Newmarket Road, Durham, NH 03824 by Friday, October 14, 2022. Resumes and references may also be emailed to jberry@ci.durham.nh.us
The Town of Durham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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GIS PUBLIC MAP VIEWER RELEASED - Check out this new tool for the Durham community.
The Town of Durham's GIS Department is excited to announce the release of its new online dynamic map viewer to the public. This application incorporates both the Town’s newly created parcel data and a selection of curated layers including, orthoimagery, wetland mapping and zoning which provides insight into the Town. It features a robust toolset which allows users to view, query, and create maps, as well as export selected datasets into a spreadsheet, generate abutters list for mailings, use measurement tools, mark up maps, share links to users by e-mail, and much, much more! Please explore this site by clicking HERE.
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DID YOU KNOW? - Paper and Plastic Ice Cream Cartons - Can I Recycle Them?
Plastic Ice Cream Cartons
Clean and dry plastic ice cream cartons can go in the recycling.
Paper Ice Cream Cartons
Paper ice cream cartons are manufactured with additional materials that are meant to withstand temperatures in the freezer, while also preventing freezer burn. This, in turn, makes them not recyclable so they must be placed in the trash.
Ideas for reusing ice cream cartons instead of putting them in the garbage.
- Toy storage
- Pet food container
- Money box
- First aid box
Source: http://conserve-energy-future.com/
Brought to you by the Integrated Waste Management Committee
Questions about recycling or composting? Email us at Durhamrecycles603@gmail.com
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ODOR CONTROL UPGRADES AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UNDER WAY
Construction of the wastewater treatment facility’s new odor control systems is underway. Working with Wright-Pierce Engineering and Apex Construction, preliminary work including new underground electrical conduits, odor piping supports, and new concrete foundation pads for the new activated carbon odor control units has taken place. Final completion of the project is scheduled for early spring 2023.
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FALL LEAF AND BRUSH CURBSIDE COLLECTION BEGINS ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH AT 7AM
Durham Public Works would like to remind residents that the annual curbside Fall leaf and brush collection begins on Monday, November 7th at 7:00am.
During this curbside collection program, Durham Public Works crews collect brush (natural material from trees) first followed by the collection of leaves. It is important to note that this program runs independently from the regular curbside solid waste and recycling collection.
Leaves must be placed in paper leaf bags (plastic bags are not recyclable and will not be picked up). Paper bags may be purchased at Aubuchon Hardware and stores such as Lowe's or Home Depot. Loose leaves will not be accepted but may be brought to the Raymond A. LaRoche Sr. Transfer Station & Recycling Center on Durham Point Road during public open hours.
Brush should be placed in one direction, bundled and tied with string (no wire please).
- Brush and limbs must be no greater than 5 feet in length and 5 inches in diameter. No stumps will be accepted.
- The amount of brush and limbs is limited to ONE TRUCKLOAD PER HOUSEHOLD.
- Cutting off small limbs from branches will help maximize each load.
- Remember, backyard composting of your leaves and brush reduces the flow of waste, while at the same time, produces valuable organic matter for the soil. It improves your soil and the plants growing in it.
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STORMWATER MS4 NPDES PERMIT - Year 4 Annual Report submitted this week.
Durham Public Works submitted the Year 4 Annual Report this week on September 28, 2022 - Durham Public Works in conjunction with its MS4 Permitting consultant, Environmental Partners, Inc., completed dry weather screening of all outfalls and interconnections, catchment investigations, as well as enhanced system mapping as required in the Year 4 permit, which began on July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022. The public is encouraged to review the Town’s stormwater management plan and associated documents HERE.
Comments and questions about Durham’s stormwater program can be sent to Town Engineer April Talon, P.E. atalon@ci.durham.nh.us.
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MEET TOM BRIGHTMAN - Durham's Part-time Contract Land Stewardship Coordinator!
Several months ago, Tom Brightman, Durham’s Land Stewardship Coordinator, led a fascinating walking tour of the ecology of Thompson Forest. Who knew that many of the roots of the quaking aspen in the forest are biologically connected making the trees essentially a single organism, one of the largest on the planet!
Tom has served in this position for a few years following the retirement of Ellen Snyder, our first land stewardship coordinator. He works with the Town under contract through his consulting business, Osprey Ecological Services. His vast knowledge is impressive but this is not a surprise given his extensive experience.
Tom grew up in Philadelphia and attended Lower Merion High School, the same school famously attended by Kobe Bryant and Carden Welsh. He received a degree in American Civilization from the University of Pennsylvania.
View Tom's complete profile HERE.
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DURHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT AND HAVEN PARTNER UP FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month! The Durham Police Department, in partnership with HAVEN want to take the time to help raise awareness, engage community members and reduce barriers for survivors of abuse. Domestic violence continues to be a widespread crisis, with 1 out of 3 women and 1 out of 9 men experiencing abuse by a partner in their lifetime. The Durham Police Department will be posting slides on our Facebook page, provided by HAVEN, that are focused on helping to meet this goal. For those community members that may want to be more involved, HAVEN is hosting their signature event, “Changing Lives” that will take place October 13th. The event features Jenny Johnston, a survivor and retired USA gymnast. You can find tickets at https://havennh.org/events/. HAVEN is NH’s largest crisis center working to prevent sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking, and to support and empower men, women, youth and families to heal from abuse and rebuild their lives. HAVEN advocates are available for free and confidential support 24 hours a day at 1-603-944-SAFE (7233).
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OUT FOR A WALK? WEAR ORANGE. HUNTING SEASON HAS BEGUN!
As New Hampshire Fish and Game advises, “It’s recommended that all outdoor enthusiasts and their pets heading into the woods this fall think safety by wearing blaze orange, sticking to established trails when hiking, and reviewing the safe hiking guidelines at hikesafe.com.” Fluorescent orange not in your fall wardrobe? “Wearing blaze orange has statistically been shown to decrease hunting incidents across the country,” said Josh Mackay, who coordinates the Hunter Education Program at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. Learn more, including hunting season dates, at the Department's website: Wear Blaze Orange When Heading Afield
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CONSERVATION COMMISSION - Seeing interested residents to fill vacancies!
The Conservation Commission has a few vacancies for alternate members on the Durham Conservation Commission.
If you have a special interest in environmental issues you would probably enjoy serving on this commission. The Commission's work involves the protection and enhancement of wetlands, water resources, wildlife habitats, and other natural resources.
The commission meets the fourth Monday evening of every month.
Email Michael Behrendt, Town Planner at behrendt@ci.durham.nh.us if you are interested or have any questions.
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UPCOMING SESSIONS - SUPERVISORS OF THE CHECKLIST will hold the following sessions for the purpose of accepting new voters and for making changes in party, address, or name:
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Applicants for registration should bring with them proofs of identity, age, citizenship, and domicile. Driver’s license and passport are helpful. Affidavits may be signed under oath if proofs are lacking. Please note that anyone who will have turned 18 by November 8, 2022 (born on or before 11/08/2004) may register at this time, or with the Town Clerk at the Town Hall any time before the October 31 session. New Hampshire also allows voter registration at the polls. However, there will likely be a line there.
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DATA VERIFICATION FOR 2023 REVALUATION IS UNDERWAY BY THE DURHAM ASSESSING OFFICE AS PART OF TWO-YEAR REVALUATION PROCESS FOR DURHAM
As you may be aware, the State of New Hampshire requires all real estate within the municipality to be reappraised at least every five years (per RSA 75:8-a) so property tax assessments are at their full and true value. To keep in compliance with this law, the Town of Durham has contracted with Municipal Resources, Inc. to reappraise all residential and commercial properties in Durham for TY 2023.
Staff members from MRI have started the process of measuring the exterior and inspecting the interior all structures in Durham to make sure the data regarding each property is accurate. Post card notifications will be mailed to residents letting them know they will be working in specific neighborhoods during the next few weeks. If, for any reason you are not comfortable allowing an interior inspection, we kindly ask you to verify information at the door. If you are not home, a notification will be mailed to you requesting an inspection or to verify information by phone. If you do not wish to have a representative from MRI visit your property, please notify the Durham Assessor’s Office as soon as possible. All MRI representatives will have a photo ID and a Municipal Letter of Introduction.
Any questions regarding the project should be directed to the Durham Assessor’s Office at 603-868-8064. Updates regarding the project will be posted in the Friday Updates newsletter and through mailings. We greatly appreciate your cooperation throughout this project.
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LEE WELL INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE - Work continues at the Durham well in Lee.
Durham Public Works continues to progress on a major rehabilitation of the Lee Well and Pump House Facility. Over the last week, Water Division staff in conjunction with Weston and Sampson Engineers field crews installed a new well pump motor. The existing 40+ year old motor will be sent out for reconditioning or a complete re-build and serve as a back-up in the event of an emergency.
Earlier this year, Durham Public Works and Weston and Sampson Engineers field crews began work on a full redevelopment of the well. This included the removal and replacement of all pumping equipment as well as chemical treatments to break down and dissolve mineral deposits within the well casing and screen structures to reestablish well pumping and specific capacity. This process included obtaining a Temporary Groundwater Discharge Permit from the NHDES Drinking and Groundwater Bureau. Additionally, the chemical storage room received a fresh coat of paint including an epoxy membrane which was applied to the chemical containment areas prior to the installation of new chemical storage tanks associated plumbing lines and appurtenances. Temporary day chemical storage tanks were installed and plumbed in an adjacent room to allow for uninterrupted water production during construction. Further, DPW’s roofing contractor, Southers Construction completed a full renovation of the roof structure, soffit vents, trim, and gable siding.
A portion of this funding for this project was obtained through the American Rescue Plan Act’s Infrastructure Bill.
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MADBURY ROAD COMPLETE STREETS PROJECT UPDATE – Open House Thursday October 6th from 5:30-7:30pm at DPL
Durham Public Works and the Madbury Road Complete Streets Project Team are in the design phase for construction improvements to the approximately 8,200 lineal foot Madbury Road corridor, connecting Main Street in downtown Durham to Route 4.
The Design phase is scheduled to continue through 2022/2023 with the first phase of major culvert construction tentatively planned for the 2023 construction season. The Town was successful in obtaining substantial American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding totaling over $608,000 for these critical culvert and drainage improvements and continues to aggressively pursue funding for other project components, including water distribution system replacement, sewer collection system rehabilitation and stormwater/ drainage system improvements.
The project team has advanced the design to address several of the issues that were raised at the first public meeting to which includes two main alternatives that issues such as traffic calming, pedestrians, streetscape, sustainable design, multimodal transportation.
The Project Team has scheduled a meeting on Thursday October 6th beginning at 5:30pm – 7:30pm at the Durham Public Library and cordially invites the public to attend. The meeting will be an open house forum where the public can stop by at any time between 5:30 and 7:30 to meet the project team, learn more about the project, and ask questions and provide input around the two alternatives.
In addition, please view the Madbury Road Complete Streets Story Map which provides important project information and updates.
Please contact Durham Public Works at (603) 868-5578 if you have any questions or if you are not able to attend the meeting and would like to schedule time to meet with Public Works.
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On Sunday, September 25, 2022, Sergeant Brett Pestana and Officer Rob Keith had the opportunity during their shift to join other Law Enforcement personnel from throughout the State to present medals to some amazing athletes at the Special Olympic 2022 Games at UNH. Photo courtesy of Officer Emily Crosby Goffstown Police Department
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FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING ON CAMPUS EACH WEEK IN UNH TODAY ... AND VIA THE UNIVERSITY’S ONLINE CALENDAR PAGE
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As a subscriber, you'll learn about student and faculty achievement, the impact of UNH in the community, and timely information on the arts, sports, and special events that make UNH (and in part Durham) a vibrant place.
You may sign up to begin receiving UNH Today by clicking HERE
As you know, there is always a great deal happening on campus, and many events are not mentioned in UNH Today. Many other campus happenings can be researched via the UNH online calendar, which can be accessed HERE.
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2022 ROAD PROGRAM UPDATE FOR DURHAM - Work on Wednesday Hill Road scheduled for next week.
Durham Public Works and its paving contractor, Continental Paving, have been hard at work over the last week on the final stages of the 2022 Road Program. Existing binder course asphalt on Mast Road was topped with a 1.5” wearing course of asphalt. The binder course pavement was installed in April and remained in place for the last several months to allow for proper compaction and field verification of storm water flow patterns before applying the final wearing course.
The remaining roadways: Wednesday Hill Road are all scheduled to have their wearing course applied next week. Gravel will be added to the shoulders of each roadway over the next few weeks, completing this year’s program.
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DURHAM PUBLIC WORKS TRAFFIC/CONSTRUCTION ADVISORY - ROADWAY PAVING
Please be advised that the Durham Public Works Department’s contractor for its Road Program, Continental Paving, will be performing paving operations on the following roadways on Monday, October 3rd, 2022:
1) Wednesday Hill Road
2) Timberbrook Lane
3) Pendexter Road
The roadway will be restricted to one lane in the work area with alternating traffic between 7:00am and 5:00pm. Access to adjacent residences, businesses and institutions within the work areas will be maintained at all times. Disruptions to both pedestrian and vehicle traffic are expected to be minimal however we ask that the commuting public seek alternative routes if possible and allow additional time to reach their destinations. We thank you for your patience.
This schedule is subject to change without notice due to weather, mechanical issues, and other conditions. For additional information please contact Durham Public Works at (603) 868-5578.
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SEACOAST EAT LOCAL FARMERS' MARKET IS OPEN FOR THE SEASON
The Town of Durham is excited to welcome Seacoast Eat Local as the new management of the weekly Farmer’s Market in Durham. The Farmer’s Market is located at the new pocket park and parking lot at 66 Main Street. Please find information below for hours and location along with other helpful information.
Location: Downtown Durham Pocket Park and Parking Lot at 66 Main Street
Market Day and Time: Mondays 2:30 PM-6:00 PM, excluding holidays
What: Local vendors selling: Jams from Marti Gooze, Vegetables, flowers, small batch natural body care, pottery, textiles, broth, and goat's milk fudge and cheeses.
Music: A variety of local artists will be playing music the entirety of the season. Musical stylings expected include acoustic, bluegrass, folk, blues, and Americana. The opening day musician plays Acoustic Americana.
Make sure to follow on social media for updates, or go to their website: http://seacoasteatlocal.org/.
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Firefighter Robert Rosselli. Courtesy DFD.
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DURHAM FIREFIGHTER ROBERT ROSSELLI COMPLETES PROBATIONARY PERIOD
The Durham Fire Department is pleased to announce that Firefighter Robert Rosselli has completed his one-year probationary period with the Durham Fire Department and is now a permanent firefighter with the department. The training modules for probationary firefighters are an intensive course of study, ranging from learning the roads and hydrants in the community to becoming licensed as an Nationally Registered Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, which Rob completed over the past year.
Prior to coming to Durham, Rob previously served in a career capacity with the Pease Fire Department and as a volunteer with the Rollinsford Fire Department. Rob attended Lakes Region Community College for Fire Science and holds a bachelor’s degree in Fire Arson Explosion from Eastern Kentucky University with a minor in Fire and Life Safety Engineering Technology.
Rob is a fantastic addition to our team, and we look forward to his future success. Congratulations, Rob!
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DPW HIGHWAY TEAM COMPLETES IMPROVEMENTS TO TRANSFER STATION ENTRANCE
Over the last several weeks, Durham Public Works’ Highway Team completed improvements to the entrance at the Raymond A. LaRoche, Sr. Transfer Station and Recycling Center. The existing asphalt surface which had experienced significant deterioration over the last 20 years was removed and select areas of poorly structured subsurface materials were replaced with coarser gravels prior to laying a new layer of asphalt. In addition, drainage swales were reestablished to allow for proper storm water flow patterns.
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SCRAP METAL RECYCLING - A Reminder From Durham Public Works
The Durham Public Works Department would like to remind residents that items disposed of in the scrap metal pile at the Raymond A. LaRoche, Sr. Transfer Station and Recycling Center must be free of all fluids, i.e. petroleum products used in internal combustion engines. The Transfer Station accepts used oil year-round and gasoline/diesel/kerosene may be disposed of at the Durham Public Works Facility on Household Hazardous Waste Day in October. Additionally, televisions and other electronics are not accepted. Transfer Station staff recently removed four, mercury-containing cathode ray tubes from the scrap metal container.
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Local members of the Active Retirement Association, led by Ronald Kolbe, were given a tour of Durham’s wastewater treatment facility. The members were provided with an in depth and behind the scenes tour of the facility and learned what goes into the treating of raw wastewater for safe and environmentally compliant discharge to the Oyster River. The facility staff welcomes all groups and individuals interested in a tour of the facility.
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Hamilton Smith Memorial Chapel. Courtesy Ellie Lonske
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SMITH CHAPEL - IMAGE #20
The beautiful poster “Icons of Durham” created by Ellie Lonske is now available. Just stop into the Town Clerk’s office to place an order. Smith Chapel, located about a half mile down Mill Pond Road from Newmarket Road, was built in 1900 as a memorial for Hamilton Smith. Mr. Smith died at the age of 59 on July 4 of that year while sailing on the Oyster River. His widow Alice Smith selected this site which was then part of their 70-acre estate which ran down from their home at the Red Tower on Main Street to Mill Pond and the river (Mill Pond Road did not exist at the time). This Gothic-revival jewel is reminiscent of medieval parish churches the Smiths likely visited during their years living in England.
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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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New fall titles are piling in to the library this week! Stop by and take a look!
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Happy October from Durham Public Library!
Check our Events page where our adult programs are open for registration! This month, genealogist and librarian Erin Moulton returns with programs just spooky enough for October with A Beginner's Guide to Cemetery Sleuthing and Death of a Showman: A Genealogy Case Study! And don't miss Corinne Roberts' return for an adult sketching class on Fall Leaves and Landscapes! Speaking of fall foliage, have you checked out the fall foliage in the upstairs gallery? Nick Gagnon's photography exhibit featuring NH foliage will be on display for a few more weeks so be sure to stop by! Meditative Yoga has also returned on Monday mornings at 10:00 am in the upstairs Oyster River Room!
Fall Youth and YA programs are underway! Program calendars are available HERE and the Patch Club is running now through May 31st! New to Patch Club? Register Here! While you're on the website checking out the fall Storytime and Wiggles & Giggles themes/times, make sure to take a look at Monthly and Special Programs like Raccoon Readers, Lego Club, Movies and our Homeschool Activity Hour! And don't forget the Young Adult page where registration is also open for the YA Cooking Club, YA Game Night and the Bookeaters Book Club! And don't forget to check out the fall Storywalk book! Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert is this season's title!
Questions? We can help! The library staff is always available to answer your questions during business hours at 603-868-6699 or any time at durhampl@gmail.com
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*Academic year commences the third week of August through graduation at UNH in May.
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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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1875 - Voted to buy a hearse for $400 (plus $250 voted in 1874). Shipped from Worcester, Massachusetts to Rochester, the express charges were $10. It was a one-horse vehicle equipped with wheels and runners. It was kept in a special shed on Schoolhouse Lane, and was in use until 1905.
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The leaves are beginning to turn as the weather shifts toward fall. Have a peaceful weekend.
Todd
Todd I. Selig, Administrator
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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