April 5th Select Board Newsletter

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

• Ongoing Storm Impacts & Response
• National Library Week
• Employment Opportunities
• Seabrook Drill and Thank You David Barr
• Clerk's Corner
• Transfer Station Summer Hours
• New Faces in DPW
• Stratham Historical Society - Antique Appraisal Day!
• Mosquito Control Program

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

ONGOING STORM IMPACTS & RESPONSE
At the time this newsletter is going out, members of our community may still be facing impacts of the spring storm this week (though we see the numbers being reduced quite rapidly).  We encourage you to monitor progress in restoring power through the Until website postings and outage map.  Our Public Works crews handled wet and heavy snow this week and much in the way of clearing roads and addressing down trees.  Our Stratham Volunteer Fire Department was everywhere responding to storm-related calls and staying on top of developments. Our Police Department, like they do every day, was tireless in doing what it takes for Stratham and its fellow responders.  We thank each and every one of our Town employees and volunteers who came together to manage this difficult storm and the residents who were so cooperative and understanding and who acted out of concern for each other.

You will see our Public Works crews out in Town tomorrow working on clean-up as well as providing support as needed at the Transfer Station.

NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK
April 7 - 13 is National Library Week.  National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.  Join us in celebrating our librarians!  Read the proclamation here.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
We are hiring!  Various employment opportunities with the Town are available.  Click here to view the open positions.   

SEABROOK DRILL AND THANK YOU DAVID BARR
This week our team of emergency responders completed the biennial graded exercise for the Seabrook Emergency Planning Zone.  Our team was led by David Barr, who we celebrated for 10 years of service as Emergency Management Director.  We thank all of the community volunteers, SVFD volunteers and Town staff who worked hard to ensure readiness over the last several months through practice exercises and improvements to our technology and documentation.  The team earned the high praise they recieved from the State and FEMA evaluators.  Thank you all.
 

NEW FACES IN DPW
We are thrilled to introduce three fantastic additions to our Department of Public Works team:  Tim Stevens, Britt Fowle, and Tyler Carmody.

Tim Stevens - Director
Join us in extending a warm welcome to Tim Stevens, who joins us as the new Director of Public Works.  With a wealth of experience and a dedication to community service, Tim brings a fresh perspective and innovative ideas to our department.  His leadership will undoubtedly guide us toward even greater efficiency and effectiveness in serving our town.

 
Britt Fowle - Administrative Coordinator
 We are delighted to welcome Britt Fowle as our new Administrative  Coordinator.  Britt's exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail make her an invaluable asset to our team.  Her role will be instrumental in ensuring smooth operations and seamless communication within the department and with the community.
 

Tyler Carmody - Operator/Laborer
Last but certainly not least, we introduce Tyler Carmody, who joins us as an Operator/Laborer.  He is a Stratham native, with a strong work ethic who is ready to roll up his sleeves and contribute to the well-being of his home town.

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Tim, Britt, and Tyler as they embark on their journey with us.  We look forward to their contributions and the positive impact they will undoubtedly make for the Town of Stratham.

STRATHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY - ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY
Sunday, April 14th from 1:00-3:00 pm in the Morgera Room, Stratham Fire Station
Come find out what your family heirlooms and treasures are worth!  Our experts will appraise a variety of antiques and collectibles including: furniture, works of art, jewelry, military memorabilia, photographs, china, glass, etc.  You can bring a photo of large furniture and other large items.  Fees benefit the Stratham Historical Society.  Click here to find out more!

CLERK'S CORNER

• The Town Clerk’s Office will be closed Wednesday, April 17 for offsite Tax Collector training.
• Have you registered your dog(s) yet?  As a reminder, dogs are to be registered no later than April 30.  All dogs registered by April 30th will be entered into the Top Dog of Stratham Contest.  Winner and Runner-up to be announced May 1st.  You can easily register online here 
• Need to change your party affiliation before Primary Election Day on September 10th?  Please stop by the office on or before June 4th.  Party affiliation can be checked here. 

TRANSFER STATION SUMMER HOURS
Our Transfer Station has transitioned to summer operations as of April 1.  Hours of operation are Saturday, 9am – 4pm and Thursday evenings from 2pm – 6pm.  Please remember that Transfer Station payment may only be made via properly written checks.

MOSQUITO CONTROL PROGRAM  
The Select Board has decided that there will be no regularly scheduled mosquito spraying.  Dragon Mosquito will continue to test wetlands and marshes for mosquitoes infected with viruses.  If a positive result is found, spraying will be done.  Click here for the Public Notice.  Follow this link for more information.