Dear Stratham Residents,
Please read below for news and notes from the Town of Stratham. In this edition:
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The Select Board
Michael Houghton, Chair Allison Knab, Vice-Chair Joe Anderson
SUMMERFEST RETURNS!On Saturday, July 20th head on over to Stratham Hill Park and compete in a pie-eating contest, enjoy a magic show, view big trucks, and much more! See the line-up of events here. At 4:00 don't miss the First Responders softball game: Stratham Police vs Stratham Fire
This week update letters regarding this year's revaluation of all Town property were mailed to all Stratham property owners. View the letter here.
New to the 2024 Revaluation Website: an "Explainer Video" for Stratham property owners, which describes what a revaluation means in New Hampshire.
COMMUNITY POWER COALITION RATE CARDCPCNH has posted its electricity rates for the period between 8/1/24 to 1/31/25. Stratham Community Power customers will continue to lower electricity costs. The new rate for the CPCNH "Granite Basic Option" is 8.6 cents per kilowatt hour, 18% below the Unitil residential default rate. Click here to view the rate card that highlights all of the rate offerings and a comparison to the investor-owned utilities.
CLERK'S CORNERThe Supervisors of the Checklist will be in session on Tuesday, July 23rd from 11:00-11:30 to accept any voter registrations or changes with the exception of party affiliation changes. The deadline for party affiliation changes was June 4th, before the state primary election.
Happy July!
Hello from Stratham Parks & Rec
We continue to offer lots of programs geared to young and not so young.
Thank you for continuing to build and support our community. Stay Cool.
Roadside Mowing Announcement
From July 29 through August 9, the Stratham Public Works crew will be performing roadside mowing. To maximize the efficiency of the 2 week-long equipment rental, the crew will operate over two shifts. The equipment will be operational from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Attention will be focused on clearing overhead and understory vegetation along main thoroughfares. After the rental period, DPW staff will prune specific vegetation encroaching the right of way by hand.
Meet Peter Nunes Jr. at the Stratham Transfer Station!
We are excited to introduce Peter Nunes Jr., our new team member working Saturdays at the Stratham Transfer Station. Peter comes to us with a robust background in sales and brings a high level of enthusiasm to his role. Since joining, he has quickly become a huge asset to our DPW crew. Be sure to say hello to Peter next time you visit the transfer station!
Fire Pond Hydrant Work Completed
We are pleased to announce the completion of the retaining wall and railing work around the fire hydrant at the Gifford Farm Fire Pond. This important project was undertaken by some of our newer DPW crew members. The new structure provides a stable and safe place for firefighters to hook up their hoses to the pump and will help prevent erosion into the pond. This enhancement ensures better safety and functionality for our fire safety operations. We have also fixed and tested the hydrant at the fire pond at the Stratham Circle.
DPW Crew Prepares for Summerfest on July 20th
Our dedicated DPW crew is hard at work getting Stratham Hill Park ready for Summerfest on July 20th! They are diligently preparing the park's buildings and paths to ensure everything is in top shape for all the fun activities planned.
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. Click here to see our 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.
TEST YOUR WATERWhen was the last time you checked the quality of your well water? It's easy to overlook, but crucial for the health and safety of your household. Testing ensures you're not exposed to contaminants that can silently affect your well-being. Whether it's been months or years, taking a proactive approach now can safeguard your family's health and provide peace of mind. Click the link here for more information.
Summer Reading is in full swing! We have already signed up over 200 young children and 50 tweens/teens! Kids are getting credit for reading, earning prizes, and building their "brag tag" chains. To get in on the fun, stop by the children's desk. See our online calendar for details and to register for our special events.
For the grown-ups, we have a special art history talk on Zoom coming up on Thursday, July 25 @ 10:30am. Join us and art historian extraordinaire Jane Oneail and learn how the Impressionist artists (Monet, Renoir, Degas, etc.) were inspired by the cafes, bars, and nightclubs of Paris. This program is held in partnership with the Tewksbury (MA) Public Library. To receive the Zoom link for this program, click here and register.
