Dear Stratham Residents,
Please read below for news and notes from the Town of Stratham.  In this edition:

• Congratulations Stratham Police Department!
• Employment Opportunity
• Clerk's Corner
• New Rechargeable Battery Disposal Ban - July 1
• Summerfest - July 19
• Be a Super Scooper!
• Volunteers Needed!
• New Home for Bluebirds at Stratham Hill Park
• Cornhole Tournament!

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The Select Board
Michael Houghton, Chair                   Allison Knab, Vice-Chair                   Joe Anderson

CONGRATULATIONS STRATHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT!

On June 3rd, the NH Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission officially granted accreditation status to the Stratham Police Department. This prestigious recognition reflects their unwavering commitment to statewide and national professional standards in law enforcement.  It is a remarkable achievement, and we proudly join together in congratulating them on this well-deserved honor.  Read the press release from Police Chief Anthony King here.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Stratham Police Department is seeking a full-time Police Officer.  If are interested in joining this outstanding organization, please read here for detailed information.

CLERK'S CORNER

• Have you ever considered getting a Conservation License Plate (Moose Plate)?   
  The idea of the NH Conservation License Plate (Moose Plate) Program started with fourth grade students at the Holderness Central School in 1993.  In 1998, the New Hampshire General Court passed legislation creating the Moose Plate Program to supplement existing state conservation and cultural heritage funding.  We can help swap out your current plate in the Town Clerk’s Office, stop in during our regular business hours.  More information can be found here. 
• The Supervisors of the Checklist will be in session on Friday, June 20th from 10:00-10:30 at the Municipal Center in the land use room to accept voter registration and changes to the checklist.  If registering to vote, residents MUST provide a photo ID (ex. driver’s license), proof of residency (ex. piece of mail or signed lease), and proof of citizenship (ex. birth certificate or US passport).  For name and address changes, residents must provide appropriate documentation reflecting the change.
• If you haven’t registered your dog yet, please do so.  Beginning July 1st, a $25.00 civil forfeiture will go into effect with additional late fees. 
• The Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s Office will be closing at 12:30 on Thursday, July 3rd.
• Tax bills were mailed on May 18th with a due date of July 1st.  If your taxes are escrowed, please check with your lender to ensure payment is made.  Click here to pay your property taxes online.  As a reminder, we cannot accept credit card/ACH payments for property taxes over the counter.

Property Taxes

• Pay Property Taxes Online
• View Property Tax Info
• What is the Tax Rate?

NEW RECHARGEABLE BATTERY DISPOSAL BAN EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025

To improve safety and waste management, Governor Sununu has signed a new law into effect (RSA 149-M:27) that bans the disposal of rechargeable batteries in regular waste streams. This law will take effect on July 1, 2025 and aims to prevent fires caused by improper battery disposal, reduce disposal costs, and protect the health and safety of waste management workers.  Lithium-ion batteries are used in a variety of products, including electric toys, automotive vehicles, electric bikes and scooters, lawncare equipment, portable electronics such as cell phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, wireless headphones, speakers, toothbrushes and other rechargeable electronic devices.  More information about this change can be found here.

What does this mean for you?
Proper Disposal: Rechargeable batteries must not be placed in regular trash.  While the Stratham Transfer Station does not accept batteries, you can find a nearby recycling location through Call2Recycle’s Locator Tool.

Use the Call2Recycle Locator Tool to find a convenient battery recycling location near you and spread the word!  Residents should contact the NHDES Household Hazardous Waste Program via email at hhw@des.nh.gov or by phone at (603) 271-2047.

SUMMERFEST - July 19

See the flyer below to join the Cornhole Tournament!

BE A SUPER SCOOPER, DON'T POLLUTE!

Stratham is one of several communities in NH required to take action to reduce stormwater pollution.  This effort is enforced by the US EPA under Stratham’s Municipal Separate Sewer and Stormwater System (MS4) Permit.  One requirement of the MS4 Permit is that the Town perform outreach to dog owners on the proper disposal of dog waste.  Here is a link to information on the harmful effects of improper disposal of dog waste: Dog Waste Brochure.  The Town Ordinance, Regulation of Dogs Chapter 1-14, requires expeditious removal of any dog excrement in public places or on the property of another person.  Learn more about Stratham’s MS4 Permit on the Town’s webpage at Stormwater and Stratham's MS4 Permit | Town of Stratham NH or contact the Planning Department at 603-772-7391 ext. 184.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

If you've ever wanted to volunteer for a town board or commission, now is your chance!  At this time, we currently have openings on the Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Recreation Commission.  More opportunities can be found here.  If you have an interest in any board or commission, we encourage you to call (or visit) the Town Administrator's office at 603-772-7391 ext. 187 so we can connect you with a staff person or current board member who can give you more information and answer your questions.  Follow these links to find current openings and an application form. 

NEW HOME FOR BLUEBIRDS AT STRATHAM HILL PARK

Thank You to JoAnne and Fred Schottler!

The Town of Stratham would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to JoAnne and Fred Schottler for their generous donation of a handcrafted bluebird house, now proudly installed at Stratham Hill Park. Their thoughtful gift supports local wildlife and adds to the natural beauty of the park.

If you're interested in having a birdhouse of your own, you can reach the Schottlers at 603-772-8620 or stop by 63 Winnicutt Road, Stratham to view their wonderful selection.

Thank you again, JoAnne and Fred, for helping our feathered friends feel right at home!