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September 22nd Select Board Newsletter

Posted on: September 22, 2023 - 3:42pm

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

  • 3rd Annual First Responder Fall Classic Golf Tournament
  • Trick or Treat Night Date Set
  • Superintendent Community Connections 
  • Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
  • Clerk's Corner
  • National Septic Smart Week
  • Preservation of Stratham Historical Society Building
  • Successful Stratham Historical Society Fundraiser

Please remind your neighbors about this resource for keeping on top of information from the Town.  To sign-up for these updates and other notifications, please visit this section on our website and check the "Select Board" box under News and Announcements.

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


GOLF TOURNAMENT3rd ANNUAL FIRST RESPONDER FALL CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT
Please support your First Responders by participating in the 3rd Annual First Responder Fall Classic Golf Tournament.  This event will be held on Thursday, October 5th at the Golf Club of New England.  There are still spots left for player participation or sponsorship opportunities!  View the flier here.

 


halloweenTRICK OR TREAT NIGHT DATE SET!  
The Select Board has designated Trick or Treat Night as Tuesday, October 31st from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm.  Be safe and have fun!


sau16
SAU16 Superintendent, Dr. Esther Asbell, will be holding a series of Community Connections.  You are encouraged to attend.  Find more information here. 


household hazardous waste
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
The 2023 Exeter HHW Collection is scheduled for Saturday, October 21 from 8:00am to 12:00pm.  Like recent years, preregistration is required. There is a $15 registration fee to help offset the cost of the event.  
•             Preregistration is required. (30 minute time slots)
•             Survey must be completed before registering.
•             One ticket per household, however you may carpool with other households.
•             Please arrive during your 30 minute registered time slot to minimize delay.
•             Please adhere to waste limits and eligible types of waste.

Here is the survey and registration.  View the flyer here.


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CLERK'S CORNER
The filing period for the upcoming Presidential Primary has been set.  The filing period will begin at the State House on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 and end on Friday, October 27, 2023.  Need to make a change to your party affiliation?  Friday, October 6th is the last time registered voters may change their party affiliation prior to the Presidential Primary.  The Supervisors of the Checklist will be in session from 7:00-7:30 pm on Friday, October 6th.  Changes can also be made at the Town Clerk's Office during business hours.  State of NH Voter Information Lookup can be found here.

Not a registered voter?  New voters may continue to register with the Town Clerk until election day, as permitted by law.  Please bring your government issued photo ID along with your birth certificate OR US passport and proof of residency.

Don’t forget that we can register you snowmobiles and All-Terrain Vehicles through the NH Fish & Game right here at the Town Clerk’s Office.  Remember to renew your club membership prior to coming in if you haven’t already to take advantage of the discount.


septic smartNATIONAL SEPTIC SMART WEEK
September 18th through September 22nd is National Septic Smart Week.  Just because something says its “flushable” doesn’t necessarily mean it’s safe for your septic system.  Only toilet paper and human waste should be flushed down your toilet.  Watch a quick tip video here:  Don't Overload Your Commode! - YouTube.

Did you know that the placement of trees and shrubs on your lawn can affect your septic system?  Watch a quick tip video on trees and septic system construction here:  Shield Your Field! - YouTube.

Getting your septic system pumped doesn’t just help to keep it functioning properly.  It also helps your community stay safe by keeping waste water out of local waterbodies.  Learn more here.

 

 

historical society buildingPRESERVATION OF STRATHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY BUILDING
If you have driven by the Stratham Historical Society recently, you may have noticed ladders, scaffolding and workers skilled in historic preservation.  This unique building, often seen as the face of Stratham, opened as Stratham’s first dedicated library building in 1912.  In 1990 the George A. and Emma B. Wiggin Memorial Library was turned over to the care of the Stratham Historical Society.  In 1993, the stone building assumed its rightful place on the National Register of Historic Places.  Enthusiastically supported by the Wiggin Memorial Library Trustees and Town of Stratham, the Stratham Historical Society has begun a three-year plan to assure that the building continues to be regarded as a historic jewel.

drew bedardYear one focuses on making certain that the building is water-tight with repairs to windows, chimneys, roofing, other masonry and gutters.  A $7,500 grant from the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance in cooperation with The 1772 Foundation and matching funds raised from various sources by the Stratham Historical Society have enabled the first-year budget.  Years two and three will focused on important but less urgent structural and cosmetic needs.

All of the sensitive work on the building is being led by Stratham’s own Drew Bedard of Hall & Parlor Historic Preservation.  Drew is an experienced preservationist whose skills and superior knowledge of historic code compliance are helping us to effectively respect the building that was generously bequeathed to us over 100 years ago.  Phase 1 of the project is expected to be completed in time for the Stratham Historical Society’s November 14 Open House.

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Congratulations and thank you Stratham for making the Fabulous Find fundraiser for Stratham Historical Society a success.