RPD Officer Receives Commendation for Life Saving

At the meeting of the Select Board 8/23, Officer William Hancock was awarded the department’s Commendation for Life Saving. On July 27th and August 4th, Officer Hancock performed life saving measures on an individual who had overdosed and the medical professionals said if he had not performed these measures the individual would have expired.

Several of his relatives and friends were present for the Award Ceremony.  In the photo, Officer Hancock is congratulated by Select Board members Suzanne Huard, Mike Rollo, and Jodie Lavoie-Carnes.
WHancockCommendation

Thefts from Vehicles

The Rollinsford Police Department has received a number of reports concerning thefts from unlocked vehicles. So far the area has been confined to the Prospect Street area of town. The RPD reminds residents to always lock your vehicles, sheds, and garages.  

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

This year’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be held on Saturday, August 27. Waste will be collected from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm at the Dover Community Services Garage on Mast Road in Dover.

Most household chemicals are hazardous and improper disposal is a growing problem. Refer to our Household Hazardous Waste page to see a list of all items that you should bring to HHW Collection Day. 

Proof of residency is required.

DOVER-ROLLINSFORD-LEE- MADBURY
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
Saturday, August 27, 2016
8:30am – 12:30pm
Dover Community Services Garage
271 Mast Road, (603) 516-6073
Event flyer with map »

Political Advertising & Signage

State primaries and national/state elections will be fast upon us. In light of that, the Select Board would like to remind residents that, per RSA 664:17, no political advertising shall be placed on, or affixed to, any public property including highway rights-of-way; nor shall they be placed on private property without the owner’s consent. The town reserves the right to remove such signs on public property.

The full statute is as follows:

664:17 Placement and Removal of Political Advertising. No political advertising shall be placed on or affixed to any public property including highway rights-of-way or private property without the owner’s consent. All political advertising shall be removed by the candidate no later than the second Friday following the election unless the election is a primary and the advertising concerns a candidate who is a winner in the primary. Signs shall not be placed on or affixed to utility poles or highway signs. Political advertising may be placed within state-owned rights-of-way as long as the advertising does not obstruct the safe flow of traffic and the advertising is placed with the consent of the owner of the land over which the right-of-way passes. No person shall remove, deface, or knowingly destroy any political advertising which is placed on or affixed to public property or any private property except for removal by the owner of the property, persons authorized by the owner of the property, or a law enforcement officer removing improper advertising. Political advertising placed on or affixed to any public property may be removed by state, city, or town maintenance or law enforcement personnel. Political advertising removed prior to election day by state, city, or town maintenance or law enforcement personnel shall be kept until one week after the election at a place designated by the state, city or town so that the candidate may retrieve the items.

Annual Fisher Cats Game

The Rollinsford Police Benevolent Association is hosting its annual trip to see the NH Fisher Cats play the Portland Seadogs in Manchester on Saturday, September 3. The RPBA provides transportation to and from the Grade School for those who wish to take the bus. The tickets are free and include transportation, game ticket, and meal package. There will be a fireworks display after the game.

To order tickets please contact Chief Bob Ducharme via email or at 742-8549, extension 303. Tickets are limited, so place your order soon.

8/2/16 Planning Board Agenda

TOWN OF ROLLINSFORD
PLANNING BOARD MEETING AGENDA
August 2, 2016
Rollinsford Town Hall
7:00 p.m.

Request to Continue Application: To act on a Continuance Request for a Subdivision Application submitted by Jason Lavoie involving property at Tax Map 1, Lot 16 located at 110 Rollins Road in Rollinsford NH for a period of 65 Days.

Discussion: To discuss a request to relieve Paul Integrity Automotive, on the corner of Church and Main Street, from a site plan condition imposed in January for a fence to screen the east side of the property from Church Street.

Preliminary Consultation: To discuss a potential 2 Lot Subdivision submitted by Arthur Gagnon (DBA Diversified Builders) on Clement Road involving Tax Map 1 Lot 43-1.
Other

1. September Meeting date – Request from SRPC to move for Storm Water Discussion
2. Resignation – Dave Nyland
3. Forward a recommendation to the Select Board for a replacement of Dave Nyland
4. Approval of Minutes
5. Correspondences
6. Any other business that may come before the board.
Adjournment

Next regular meeting: Tuesday Sept 6th 2016 at Rollinsford Town Hall

Salmon Falls River Paddle

Take a unique guided tour of Rollinsford, Berwick and Somersworth by canoe or kayak on Sunday, August 7 from 1 to 3 pm. The Association for Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) and the Southeast Land Trust (SELT) are co-sponsoring this opportunity to learn about the historic points of interest and conservation land along the Salmon Falls River between Front Street in Rollinsford and New Dam Road in Berwick while enjoying the lovely scenery along the way.

Participants must provide their own watercraft and flotation device; a limited number of boats are available for loan but must be arranged for in advance. The registration fee is $5 for the general public; free to ARCH or SELT members. To register or request more information, email [email protected] or call 603-742-4747 and leave a message.