Bedford Heights public meetings in 2024

Supervisors of the Checklist

The Supervisors of the Checklist are meeting briefly on December 31, 2024 to process additions, deletions, and address changes to the official voter checklist. This is a routine administrative session; no substantive policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Review and approve voter registration additions and removals
• Process name and address changes for the checklist
• Public welcome to observe the 30-minute session

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will hold a public hearing to consider joining the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire and approving the draft Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP), with a presentation and public Q&A. The commission will also discuss and accept changes to the draft EAP, and receive updates on solar facility planning, school energy projects, and other energy initiatives.

• Public hearing on joining Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire and draft Electric Aggregation Plan
• Discussion and acceptance of changes to draft Electric Aggregation Plan
• Update on Solar Facility and Status of Master Plan at Transfer Station
• School projects progress and planning – systems upgrades and Portfolio Manager
• Town Hall Energy Audit and Climate Pollution Reduction Grant updates

The Bedford Energy Commission held a public hearing on joining the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire and approved the draft Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP) for submission to the Public Utility Commission. They also recommended revising the warrant article language to state the plan's goal is to provide lower electricity rates. The commission approved the November 21, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved motion to recommend revised warrant article language (6-0)
• Approved Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP) for PUC review (6-0)
• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-1)

Energy Commission

The Bedford Electric Aggregation Committee/Energy Commission will hold a public hearing to take testimony on joining the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire and on the draft Electric Aggregation Plan. No decisions will be made at this hearing; it is solely for gathering public input.

• Public hearing on membership in the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire
• Public hearing on the draft Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP)

The Energy Commission voted unanimously to recommend joining the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire and approved the Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP) for submission to the Public Utility Commission by January 15, 2025. They also voted to revise the warrant article language to state the plan's goal is to provide lower electricity rates, rather than guaranteeing it. The public hearing included discussion of potential rate-setting changes by utilities and the program's opt-out nature.

• Recommended revised warrant article language: 'The plan will initially provide lower electricity rates for residents or it will not launch' (6-0)
• Approved Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP) for submission to Public Utility Commission by January 15, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstain)

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review a variance request for a home occupation. The applicant seeks to operate a 24-hour feline quarantine facility in a detached structure.

• Variance request for 28 Hazen Drive to allow a 912 sq. ft. detached feline quarantine facility (kennel)

The Bedford Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing a home occupation to operate a 24-hour feline quarantine facility in a detached 912 sq. ft. structure at 28 Hazen Drive, despite the ordinance requiring home occupations to be within the house and not exceed 650 sq. ft. The approval includes conditions limiting the facility to 650 sq. ft., a maximum of 15 cats, use once per month, and a 48-hour quarantine limit. The vote was 4-1, with Mr. Kellermann opposing.

• Approved variance for feline quarantine facility at 28 Hazen Drive (4-1)
• Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:33 pm (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will consider a site plan application for two full-service automobile dealerships (Toyota and Mercedes-Benz) with associated improvements at 5A East Point Drive and South River Road. Other new business includes a conditional use permit for a detached accessory apartment at 79 Cortland Drive and a one-year time extension for a previously approved dealership site plan. The Board will also discuss conceptual plans for two industrial buildings and announce public hearing dates for 2025 zoning amendments.

• Request for Site Plan approval for two automobile dealerships (Toyota & Mercedes-Benz) at 5A East Point Drive and South River Road, Lots 36-98-42 and 35-98-51, Zoned PZ
• Conditional Use Permit for a 624 sq. ft. detached accessory apartment at 79 Cortland Drive, Lot 7-37-6, Zoned R&A
• One-year time extension for the December 2023 conditions of Site Plan approval for Toyota of Bedford at 5A East Point Drive
• Conceptual discussion for a site plan with two proposed 6,900 sq. ft. industrial buildings at South River Road, Lot 35-98-50, Zoned PZ
• Reading and posting of proposed 2025 zoning amendments and citizens’ petitions, with public hearings set for January 13 and January 27, 2025

The Bedford Planning Board approved a site plan for two automobile dealerships (Toyota and Mercedes-Benz) at 5A East Point Drive, including a use waiver for dealerships in the PZ district. The approval includes conditions requiring the applicant to construct a boulevard accessway before occupancy and to obtain Planning Board approval for its design. The board also approved a conditional use permit for an accessory apartment at 79 Cortland Drive, tabled a time extension for the prior Toyota-only approval, and scheduled four zoning amendments for public hearing on January 13, 2025.

• Approved site plan for 86,743 SF Toyota and 55,641 SF Mercedes dealerships (unanimous)
• Granted use waiver to allow automobile dealerships in PZ district (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for accessory apartment at 79 Cortland Drive (unanimous)
• Tabled time extension for Toyota-only site plan approval (unanimous)
• Scheduled four zoning amendments for public hearing on January 13, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 (Sullivan abstained)

BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers

The BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers Subcommittee will meet to discuss two items: an update on the Underwriter Program and a proposed action plan, as well as the formation of a Friends of BCTV-WBNH 501c3 organization. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists solely of discussions.

• Discussion of Underwriter Program update and action plan
• Discussion of forming Friends of BCTV-WBNH 501c3 nonprofit

The BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers sub-committee met and discussed the upcoming Underwriter Program, set to start January 6, 2025, including progress on sign-ups and potential expansion to radio-only spots at a lower rate. They also noted a new listener rating system showing over 4,000 listeners for WBNH, with the next report expected in January 2025. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was procedural and discussion-focused.

• Reviewed Underwriter Program progress with official start date Jan. 6, 2025
• Discussed expanding program to include radio spots only at lower rate
• Noted WBNH listener ratings via Radio Research Consortium (4,000+ listeners)
• Deferred 'Friends of BCTV-WBNH' discussion to next meeting due to absence

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a Winter Maintenance MOU with the Bedford School District, discuss potential zoning amendments, hear from the Bedford Little League, award a mowing and landscape maintenance bid, and review the 2025 budget to decide on public hearings. The meeting also includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Consideration of a Winter Maintenance Memorandum of Understanding with the Bedford School District
• Certification of petitioned zoning amendments (if any)
• Introduction to the Planning Board’s potential zoning amendments
• Award of Bid 2024-09 for mowing and landscape maintenance
• Review of 2025 budget decisions and move budget and warrant articles to public hearings

The Town Council voted to move the 2025 operating budget and 15 warrant articles to public hearings, including a $8.935M fire substation bond, a parks and recreation improvements bond, and a $400,000 additional road maintenance article. The Council also approved a winter maintenance MOU with the school district, rebid the mowing contract, and reduced the road maintenance budget by $500,000. The budget was amended to $38,888,918, with a default budget delta of $542,000.

• Approved winter maintenance MOU with Bedford School District (7-0)
• Moved 2025 operating budget ($38,888,918) to public hearing (7-0)
• Moved fire substation bond ($8.935M) to public hearings (7-0)
• Moved parks and recreation improvements bond to public hearings (7-0)
• Reduced road maintenance budget by $500,000 (4-3)
• Removed $202,000 pool complex reserve to separate article (7-0)
• Rebid mowing and landscape maintenance contract (7-0)
• Moved additional local road maintenance ($400,000) to public hearing (5-2)

Facilities Subcommittee

The committee is discussing the cost and timeline for a proposed fire station at 300 South River Road. Members will review area population, call volumes, and the impact of new development. The body is also considering alternate sites and potential retrofits for 55 Constitution Drive.

• Review of proposed fire station estimate at 300 South River Road
• Discussion of retrofit/reconstruction of 55 Constitution Drive
• Review of building issues and cost-cutting fixes
• Analysis of new development revenue and growth near 300 South River Road

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Trustees of the Trust Funds will meet to confirm updates to investment windows and withdrawal forms. The body will also review the annual schedule of events and conduct a quarterly asset review with Clarfeld advisors.

• Confirmation of investment policy window change from 1–5 years to 1–7 years
• Update and dissemination of the Trust Funds Withdrawal Form
• Verification of restrictions and restoration requirements for BCOCA funds
• Quarterly review of assets with Clarfeld advisor(s)

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will hear a concept proposal for a multifamily housing development with 84 units in a four-story building, including 10% affordable units at 80% AMI. The board will also decide on a lot line adjustment for four properties on South River Road and continue discussion of draft zoning amendments for the 2025 town ballot. A previously scheduled home occupation permit for a hair salon at 157 Nashua Road has been postponed to January 2025.

• Conceptual discussion of 84-unit multifamily housing development off South River Road, with 10% affordable units
• Lot line adjustment and lot consolidation for 187, 189, 193 & 195 South River Road (TRC Investments Two, LLC)
• Continued discussion of Draft Zoning Amendments for the 2025 Town Ballot
• Home occupation permit for hair salon at 157 Nashua Road postponed to January 13, 2025
• Approval of November 18, 2024, meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will consider a dredge and fill wetland permit to replace the Greenfield Parkway Bridge over Riddle Brook, involving permanent and temporary impacts to wetlands and stream channel. A variance request at 19 Beaver Lane seeks to build a detached accessory dwelling unit and deck closer to the wetland edge than allowed. The commission will also discuss conservation funds for a trail easement survey, NHACC grant results, and planning for Earth Day and February workshop.

• Dredge and fill permit for Greenfield Parkway Bridge replacement: 2,180 sq ft permanent wetland impact, 1,877 sq ft stream channel, 136 linear ft stream bank
• Variance request at 19 Beaver Lane for accessory dwelling unit within 20.2 ft of wetland (50 ft required) and deck within 8.2 ft
• Request to expend conservation funds for survey of proposed permanent trail easement
• Update on NHACC grant results
• Planning for NHACC Earth Day and February workshop

Energy Commission

The Bedford Energy Commission is holding a public hearing to consider joining the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire and approving a draft Electric Aggregation Plan. The commission will also discuss changes to the plan and schedule a second public hearing on December 19, 2024. Updates on school energy projects and the transfer station solar facility are included.

• Public hearing on joining the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire and adopting the draft Electric Aggregation Plan
• Discussion and acceptance of changes to the draft Electric Aggregation Plan
• Second public hearing scheduled for December 19, 2024
• Update on solar facility and master plan at the Transfer Station
• School projects progress and systems upgrades update

Energy Commission

The Bedford Electric Aggregation Committee/Energy Commission will hold two public hearings on November 21 and December 19, 2024, to take testimony on joining the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire and approving the draft Electric Aggregation Plan. Residents can comment on the proposed aggregation plan and coalition membership.

• Public hearings on joining the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire
• Draft Electric Aggregation Plan (EAP) under consideration
• Meetings on November 21 and December 19, 2024, at Bedford Meeting Room, 10 Meetinghouse Road

Zoning Board

The Bedford Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear six variance requests, including a major proposal by the Order of St. Benedict to permanently fill 12,122 square feet of wetland for a track and field complex at the corner of Rundlett Hill Road and Worthley Road. Other items involve setbacks for sheds, additions, and a deck on residential properties.

• Order of St. Benedict of NH seeks variances to fill 12,122 sq ft permanently and 578 sq ft temporarily of wetland for a St. Anselm College track and field complex at Rundlett Hill Road and Worthley Road
• Scott & Catherine Klose request variances to locate a 205 sq ft shed 5 ft from rear and 6.9 ft from side property lines (25 ft required) at 4 Servant Street
• Robert & Mikiaelea Lewis request variances to build an addition 21 ft from side and 24.5 ft from front property lines at 6 Whittemore Street
• Ronald B. Coutu requests variance to construct a deck 15 ft from rear property line (25 ft required) at 17 Curtis Lane

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will hold a conceptual discussion for a proposed 150,000 sq ft industrial warehouse and distribution center at 308 South River Road. The board will also discuss draft zoning amendments for the 2025 Town Ballot. No new business or old business is on the agenda.

• Conceptual proposal for 150,000 sq ft industrial warehouse and distribution center at 308 South River Road (Lot 24-98-19, zoned PZ) by Bedford RLG Properties, LLC and Lincoln Property Company
• Discussion of draft zoning amendments for the 2025 Town Ballot
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2024 meeting

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss a loan for sewer infrastructure and the reallocation of remaining ARPA funds. The body is also continuing its review of the 2025 budget and potential warrant articles.

• Consideration of a $11,176,000 NH Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan for Sebbins Pond Neighborhood sewer extension
• Public hearing on defining “Old” New Boston Road as an Emergency Lane
• Reallocation of remaining ARPA funds
• Review of 2025 budget and potential warrant articles
• Consideration of December 26, 2025 as an additional employee holiday

Facilities Subcommittee

The Bedford Facilities Committee will discuss next steps for a proposed fire substation at 300 South River Road, including educational topics and timeline. The committee will also receive updates on alternate sites and possible retrofit/reconstruction at 55 Constitution Drive, as well as short-term improvements to existing facilities. Public comment is invited. The meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2024.

• Discussion on proposed Fire Substation at 300 South River Road – next steps
• Update on Alternate Sites and Retrofit/Reconstruction of 55 Constitution Drive
• Possible Short-Term Improvements to Existing Facilities – background information
• Approval of Facilities Committee Minutes from October 8, 2024
• Potential warrant articles include South River Road Fire Substation and possible property purchase

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board has one active new business item: a request from MAM Realty Investors IV, LLC for a Performance Zone waiver to allow an addition and an accessory dwelling unit at 6 Hull Road. A separate request for a Conditional Use Permit at 435 Joppa Hill Road has been withdrawn. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Withdrawn: Conditional Use Permit for a detached accessory apartment at 435 Joppa Hill Road (Lot 4-23-12, R&A zoning).
• Active: Performance Zone waiver request by MAM Realty Investors IV, LLC for expansion of a single-family home and an accessory dwelling unit at 6 Hull Road (Lot 11-15, PZ zoning).
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2024, October 21, 2024, and September 25, 2024 site walk.

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a budget workshop to review proposed spending for 17 town departments and offices, including Police, Fire, Library, DPW, and others. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session. The meeting is open to the public with accommodations available upon request.

• Budget review of BCTV, Town Clerk, Moderator, Supervisors of the Checklist, Cemetery Trustees, Planning, Assessing, IT, Police, Fire, Library, DPW, Human Resources, Recreation, Finance, Town Manager, and Town Council
• Workshop held at 10 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford Meeting Room
• Public participation with reasonable accommodation available by calling 472-5242 at least 72 hours in advance

BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers

This meeting of the BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers is largely procedural. The board will approve minutes from September 16, 2024, hear public input, and receive updates on the Underwriter Policy already adopted by the Town Council on October 9, 2024. Reports from the manager and program director are also scheduled, along with tentative planning for 2025 meeting dates.

• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2024
• Update on BCTV-WBNH Underwriter Policy (adopted by Town Council on 10-9-24)
• BCTV/WBNH Manager’s Report
• WBNH Program Director’s Report
• Tentative 2025 meeting dates

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission is acting as the Electric Aggregation Committee to create a plan for an electric aggregation program. The body is scheduling public hearings for November 21 and December 19, 2024. Members will also discuss school system upgrades and the solar facility at the Transfer Station.

• Drafting of the Electric Aggregation Program (EAP)
• Public hearings on November 21 and December 19, 2024
• Solar Photovoltaic Facility and Master Plan at Transfer Station
• Town Hall Energy Audit
• School projects systems upgrades progress

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a regular meeting including receipt of the Town Manager's Budget and a Library Annual Update. The council will also hear public comments, approve previous meeting minutes, and receive committee updates. No old business is scheduled.

• Submission of the Town Manager’s Budget
• Library Annual Update
• Public comments period (up to 5 minutes per person)
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2024

Conservation Commission

The Bedford Conservation Commission will hold an informal workshop to discuss the recommended Riparian Protection Ordinance and Conservation Plans. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; this is a public discussion session.

• Discussion of the recommended Riparian Protection Ordinance
• Discussion of Conservation Plans

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several land use requests, including a large apartment complex and a home yoga studio. The board will also review a request for a detached accessory apartment and a development time extension.

• Site Plan approval for River Road Landing, a 48-unit apartment building with 10% workforce housing at 264 South River Road
• Level II Home Occupation Permit for Path of Light Yoga, LLC at 98 Perry Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a detached accessory apartment at 11 Cajun Court
• One-year time extension for Sebbins Brook Crossing residential development off South River Road

Supervisors of the Checklist

The Supervisors of the Checklist will meet to approve updates to the voter checklist. This includes processing additions, deletions, and changes to names and addresses.

• Approval of checklist additions, deletions, and name/address changes
• Voter registration deadline of 4:30pm on Wednesday, October 30th

Zoning Board

The Bedford Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on October 15, 2024, to consider two variance requests from Wayne and Monica Groulx for property at 91 Liberty Hill Road. The first seeks to fill 211 sq. ft. of wetland for a grass-paved pathway and retaining wall; the second asks to build a two-story addition, accessory dwelling unit, and garage within 19.7 feet of a wetland where a 50-foot setback is required.

• Variance to fill 211 sq. ft. of wetland for pathway and retaining wall at 91 Liberty Hill Road (Lot 21-54, R&A zone)
• Variance to construct two-story addition, attached ADU, and garage 19.7 feet from wetland edge (50-foot setback required)
• No old business or continued hearings scheduled
• Public hearing begins at 6:30 PM in Town Meeting Room at BCTV, 10 Meetinghouse Road

Water & Sewer Advisory Committee

The Water & Sewer Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed sewer extension at Sebbins Pond. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes and set a future meeting date.

• Discussion of Sebbins Pond sewer extension with a total project cost of $14 million

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will hold a public hearing to take testimony on adopting a community power program for electricity supply. The council is considering authorizing the town to join the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire.

• Public hearing on adopting a community power program for electricity supply
• Proposed authorization to join the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on adopting a community power program for electricity supply and authorizing membership in the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire. Other business includes a presentation on the South River Road Fire Substation, a resident request for winter road maintenance on 'Old' New Boston Road, and closure of the Town PFAS point-of-entry treatment reimbursement program. The council will also accept donations from the Bedford Lions Club, Scout Troop 5, and the Bedford Men's Club, and approve the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on adopting a community power program for electricity supply and joining the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire.
• Presentation from the Facilities Committee on the South River Road Fire Substation.
• Request from residents of 'Old' New Boston Road for continued winter maintenance designation.
• Action to close the Town PFAS point-of-entry treatment reimbursement program.
• Acceptance of a park bench from the Bedford Lions Club and donations totaling $332.04 from Scout Troop 5 and the Bedford Men's Club.

Facilities Subcommittee

The Facilities Committee will discuss the proposed fire substation at 300 South River Road and receive an update on alternate sites and retrofit/reconstruction of 55 Constitution Drive. The committee will also brainstorm possible short-term improvements to existing facilities. A budget deadline in October 2024 requires a warrant article draft.

• Discussion on proposed fire substation at 300 South River Road
• Update on alternate sites and retrofit/reconstruction of 55 Constitution Drive
• Brainstorming short-term improvements to existing facilities
• Budget deadline: October 2024 for Town Manager's budget and warrant article draft

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing site plan approvals for several developments on South River Road. This includes a senior living residence and a new automobile dealership facility.

• Site plan approval for Bowman Gardens, a 62-unit senior living residence at 125 South River Road
• Site plan approval for a 3,840 sq. ft. car wash facility at 187-195 South River Road
• Site plan approval for a 32,100 +/- sq. ft. Genesis automobile dealership at 213 South River Road
• Postponement of River Road Landing apartment building application to October 21

Historic District Commission

The Bedford Historic District Commission will decide on certificates of approval for tree removal and roof replacements, and hold a non-binding preapplication discussion on solar panels. They will also receive updates on the CLG Grant and 275th Anniversary celebration.

• Certificate of approval to remove three damaged white pine trees >15 inches diameter at 287 Wallace Road (Luis A. Salas Araya, postponed from September)
• Certificate of approval to replace asphalt shingle roof with metal roof on a three-bay garage at 86 Bedford Center Road (Greg Zimmermann)
• Certificate of approval to replace home and carriage house roof with shake-style metal roof and complete an addition at 34 Meetinghouse Road (Olivia Gaza Dugan)
• Preapplication discussion on installing solar panels on the south-facing roof of the home and carriage house at 34 Meetinghouse Road
• Old business: CLG Grant update and 275th Anniversary planning

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to hear an update on the Legacy Skateboard Park from Dave Gilbert. The commission will also approve minutes from June 11, 2024 and set the next meeting date for December 10, 2024. The meeting is primarily procedural with one substantive update.

• Legacy Skateboard Park update by Dave Gilbert
• Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Trustees of the Trust Funds will meet to discuss a possible expenditure from an unqualified account. The agenda includes roll call, trustees' comments, and adjournment. No other business is scheduled.

• Review possible expenditure of funds from an unqualified account

Energy Commission

The September 26, 2024 meeting of the Bedford Energy Commission was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled without discussion

Town Council

The Town Council will hear a presentation from the Energy Commission on community power and a presentation on Bedford receiving a SolSmart Silver Designation. No old business is listed. The meeting includes public comments, approval of minutes from September 11, 2024, and routine reports.

• Presentation by the Energy Commission on community power
• Presentation of Bedford receiving a SolSmart Silver Designation
• Public comments (up to 5 minutes per person)
• Approval of minutes from Public Session and Non-Public Session on September 11, 2024
• Town Manager Report and Councilor comments/updates

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will conduct a site walk on September 25 at 9:00 a.m. to view the property proposed for a 5-story, 62-unit multi-family independent senior living residence (55+) at 125 South River Road. The site walk is open to the public and will begin on Upjohn Street. No decisions or votes are scheduled; this is a public viewing of the site.

• Site walk for proposed 5-story, 62-unit independent senior living residence (55+) at 125 South River Road (Lot 12-33)
• Site walk to begin on Upjohn Street at 9:00 a.m.
• Public invited to observe the site walk

Conservation Commission

The Bedford Conservation Commission will review three dredge and fill applications: a variance and permit for a path and garage at 91 Liberty Hill Road, the replacement of the Beals Road Bridge over Baboosic Brook with significant permanent and temporary stream impacts, and Eversource's placement of temporary matting in wetlands for tower replacement. The commission will also discuss the town's 275th anniversary and the Riparian Protection Ordinance, and will enter a non-public session for property acquisition or sale discussions.

• Groulx variance request to fill 211 sq ft of wetland and construct a garage and dwelling unit within 20.3 ft of wetland on Liberty Hill Road
• Beals Road Bridge replacement: permanent impacts to 1,757 sq ft of stream channel and 1,293 sq ft of stream bank
• Eversource temporary matting of 21,728 sq ft in wetlands for replacement of eight towers on Lines 3151 and 322
• Non-public session under RSA 91-A:3, II(d) for consideration of real property acquisition or sale
• Discussion of Riparian Protection Ordinance and updates on previously reviewed permits

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Trustees of the Trust Funds will meet to discuss administrative updates and financial policies. The body is reviewing the investment window and capital improvement fund requirements.

• Review of investment policy to change the investment window from 1-5 years to 1-7 years
• Review of end-of-year capital improvement funds requirements
• Election of a Trustee Treasurer
• Welcome of Town Council appointed Trustee Ryan Callaghan
• Review of the Trust Funds Withdrawal Form

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board is holding an informal workshop to discuss general community planning issues and procedures. Topics include recommended zoning amendments from the housing study 'Bedford, a Place to Live' and possible other zoning amendments for 2024-2025. No public comments will be solicited.

• Discussion of recommended zoning amendments from the housing study 'Bedford, a Place to Live'
• Discussion of other possible zoning amendments for 2024-2025
• Any other topics or comments from Board members

Facilities Subcommittee

The Facilities Committee will receive a presentation on the Fire Substation from Fulcrum Associates and Lavallee/Brensinger Architects, discuss the Police Station project, and consider impacts to Planning, DPW, Building, and Town Offices. The committee will also schedule future meetings and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Presentation from Fulcrum Associates and Lavallee/Brensinger Architects on Fire Substation
• Discussion on Police Station
• Discussion of impacts to Planning, DPW, Building, and Town Offices
• Scheduling of upcoming meetings
• Approval of minutes from August 13, August 26, and September 4, 2024

BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers

The BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers will hear a subcommittee's recommendation on an underwriter and a proposed policy amendment. The meeting also includes manager and program director reports, a discussion of Friends of BCTV, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Subcommittee to present underwriter recommendation and proposed policy amendment
• BCTV/WBNH Manager's Report and WBNH Program Director's Report
• Discussion of Friends of BCTV
• Approval of minutes from May 16, 2024 meeting
• Next tentative meeting date: October 3, 2024

The BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers approved amendments to the Underwriter Program policy, adding YouTube streaming and on-demand viewing benefits, and a statement that underwriters are at BCTV's sole discretion. The amended policy will be presented to the Town Council for adoption. The board also postponed its next meeting to October 28, 2024, and discussed but did not decide on forming a 'Friends of BCTV' group.

• Approved amended Underwriter Program policy (unanimous)
• Added 'and YouTube when applicable' to Appendix D streaming platforms
• Added 'games and events are available for viewing on demand' to Appendix D
• Added 'Underwriters are at the sole discretion of BCTV and the Town of Bedford' to form
• Postponed next meeting to October 28, 2024
• Approved minutes from May 16, 2024 (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on several administrative items, including adoption of Transfer Station User By-Laws, approval of a municipal solid waste contract extension, and approval of 2025 employee compensation wage ranges. The council will also receive a submission of the draft 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan. Public comments are accepted at the start of the meeting.

• Adoption of Transfer Station User By-Laws
• Approval of municipal solid waste contract extension
• Approval of 2025 Employee Compensation Wage Ranges
• Submission of draft 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan
• Recognition of National Building and Code Staff Appreciation Day

The Bedford Town Council approved a three-year extension of the solid waste hauling and disposal contract with Reworld Haverhill Associates, with Councilor Soule opposed. The council also tabled action on proposed transfer station by-laws until December 11, 2024, for further development and a public hearing. Additionally, the council approved the 2025 non-union wage schedule and received the draft 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approved 3-year solid waste contract extension with Reworld (5-1)
• Tabled transfer station by-laws until Dec 11 public hearing (6-0)
• Approved 2025 non-union wage schedule (6-0)
• Approved minutes of Aug 14 interview, public, and non-public sessions (6-0-1)
• Entered non-public session for property and litigation matters (6-0)
• Sealed non-public session minutes (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider site plan approvals for a multi-unit residential building and a car wash. The board will also review a residential setback waiver and a landscaping business use change. Additionally, the board will provide comments on the 2025 Capital Improvements Plan.

• Proposed 48-unit apartment building with 10% workforce housing at 264 South River Road
• Proposed 3,840 sq. ft. car wash facility at 187-195 South River Road
• Site plan for landscape contractors’ yard and office at 231 North Amherst Road
• Performance Zone waiver for residential addition at 210 Glenwood Avenue
• Review of the 2025 Capital Improvements Plan

The Bedford Planning Board approved a Performance Zone waiver for a home addition at 210 Glenwood Avenue, granted three waivers and final site plan approval for a landscape contractor's yard at 231 North Amherst Road, and continued the River Road Landing 48-unit apartment proposal to October 7. The board also reviewed the 2025 Capital Improvement Plan and postponed a car wash application.

• Approved waiver for 8-foot home addition with 2.3-foot side setback at 210 Glenwood Avenue (unanimous)
• Granted three waivers for Stone Blossom Landscaping site plan (gravel parking, landscape plan, sight distance) (unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for Stone Blossom Landscaping change of use at 231 North Amherst Road (unanimous)
• Continued River Road Landing 48-unit apartment proposal to October 7, 2024 (unanimous)
• Postponed Nouria Energy car wash application to October 7, 2024
• Approved minutes of August 12, 2024 meeting (unanimous, Greazzo abstained)

Facilities Subcommittee

The Bedford Facilities Committee conducted a tour of the Transfer Station and Town Office, gathering information on building conditions and space needs. No formal decisions were made; the tour was informational only.

• No formal decisions made during the tour

Historic District Commission

The Bedford Historic District Commission will consider four certificates of approval at its September 3, 2024 meeting: a postponed request for a large clear-cut at 42 Ministerial Road, a new 14x16-foot three-season porch at 50 Bedford Center Road, and removal of three damaged pine trees at 287 Wallace Road. The commission will also hold officer elections and receive updates on the CLG grant and the 275th anniversary celebration.

• Request by Christopher and Shosha Green for certificate of approval to clearcut >1,500 sq ft at 42 Ministerial Road (postponed from July)
• Request by Anthony and Nancy Luongo to build a new 14x16-foot three-season porch at 50 Bedford Center Road
• Request by Luis A. Salas Araya to remove three white pine trees >15-inch diameter at 287 Wallace Road
• Request by John P. and Gerri MacMonagle to clearcut >1,500 sq ft at 320 Wallace Road
• Election of officers for the Historic District Commission

Conservation Commission

The Bedford Conservation Commission will meet on August 27, 2024, to discuss several items including a request for expenditure of Conservation Funds for trail materials and signs, an abutter request for tree removal on the Muller Park/PSNH Conservation Area, and a dredge and fill permit application from Eversource. The commission will also hear an Eagle Scout project presentation and may enter non-public session to discuss property acquisition. No votes or final decisions are noted on the agenda beyond approvals of prior minutes.

• Eversource dredge and fill statutory permit by notification for NH-11 right-of-way
• Abutter request for tree removal on Muller Park/PSNH Conservation Area on N. Amherst Road
• Request for expenditure of Conservation Funds for trail materials and signs (amount not specified)
• Discussion of October workshop topics and a grant opportunity for a 2025 summer intern
• Non-public session under RSA 91-A:3, II(d) for potential property acquisition, sale, or lease

Facilities Subcommittee

The Facilities Committee will discuss its mission and goals, the use of non-public sessions, and updates on the Fire Substation and Police Station. Impacts on other town departments will also be reviewed. The meeting includes planning for future site tours and budget deadlines.

• Discussion on Police Station facilities
• Update from Fire Substation Subcommittee
• Review of committee mission and goals
• Discussion on non-public sessions (RSA 91-A:3)
• Budget deadline: October 2024 for Town Manager's Budget submittal

Energy Commission

The Bedford Energy Commission will receive a presentation on Community Power from the Community Power Coalition of NH, review progress on school energy projects, and discuss updates on a solar photovoltaic facility at the Transfer Station. The meeting also includes approvals of July minutes and pursuit of Solsmart Silver status.

• Community Power update presentation by Andrew Hatch of Community Power Coalition of NH
• School projects progress and planning, including systems upgrades and Portfolio Manager
• Update on Solar Photovoltaic Facility at Transfer Station and related Master Plan
• Pursuit of Solsmart Silver Status
• Discussion of Climate Pollution Reduction Grant and Town Hall Energy Audit

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review a request for a dimensional variance. The board will determine if a property owner may build structures closer to the front property boundary than currently allowed.

• Variance request for Aaron & Sarah Stone to build a deck and car port 10.5 feet from the front property boundary at 3 Linwood Way (35 feet required)

BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers

The BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential funding opportunities and sponsorships. The body intends to finalize a recommendation regarding these items.

• Discussion of potential funding opportunities and sponsorships

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on accepting $220,000 in unanticipated revenue from the State of New Hampshire under the InvestNH grant program. Other business includes discussion of the NHDOT 10-Year Plan for FY 2027–2036, a presentation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and action on releasing a portion of captured assessed value from the Tax Increment Financing District.

• Public hearing on acceptance of $220,000 InvestNH grant from State of NH
• Discussion of NHDOT 10-Year Plan (FY 2027–2036)
• Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Action to release portion of captured assessed value of Tax Increment Financing District
• Acceptance of gift from New England Holiday Lighting Company

Facilities Subcommittee

The Facilities Committee is meeting to receive presentations from the Police and Fire Chiefs and review previous facility improvement efforts. The body will discuss the committee's mission, goals, and the potential for tours of the Transfer Station, Town Offices, and 300 South River Road.

• Presentations from Police Chief Dan Douidi and Fire Chief Scott Hunter
• Review of facility improvement efforts by Rick Sawyer
• Discussion of tours for Transfer Station, 300 South River Road, and Town Offices
• Review of committee mission and goals
• Planning for October 2024 Town Manager's Budget submittal

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider site plan approvals for a senior living residence and a light industrial building. The board will also discuss a concept plan for two automobile dealerships and a state transportation plan.

• Site plan approval for Bowman Gardens, a 5-story, 62-unit senior living residence at 125 South River Road
• Site plan approval for a 14,097 sq. ft. light industrial flex space building at 30 Harvey Road
• Lot line adjustment and lot merger at 213 South River Road
• Concept plan for Mercedes and Toyota dealerships at 5A East Point Drive and South River Road
• Discussion of the NHDOT Ten-Year Transportation Improvement Plan

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will review progress on school system upgrades and a portfolio manager. Members will discuss transfer station projects including a solar photovoltaic facility, a master plan, and the potential purchase or lease of a glass crusher.

• Solar Photovoltaic Facility at Transfer Station
• Purchase or commercial lease of a glass crusher
• School projects systems upgrades
• Town Hall Energy Audit
• Climate Pollution Reduction Grant

Facilities Subcommittee

The Facilities Committee is meeting to elect leadership and define the committee's objectives. Members will discuss the need for facility improvements and plan potential tours of Police, Fire, and DPW sites. The group is establishing a timeline to align with the October 2024 budget submittal.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion on tours of Police, Fire, and DPW facilities
• Establishment of committee rules and regulations
• Planning for October 2024 Town Manager's Budget submittal

BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers

The BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential funding opportunities and sponsorships. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Discussion of potential funding opportunities and sponsorships

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will hold a public hearing to consider accepting $50,000 in unanticipated revenue from The Archibald Foundation, Inc. for maintenance, redesign, and renovation of the Skateboard Park. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Public hearing on acceptance of $50,000 donation from The Archibald Foundation, Inc. for Skateboard Park improvements

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-01, which would remove Section 185-11(C) that currently closes The Heritage Trail between Moores Crossing Road and Map 24, Lot 3-2 to pedestrian traffic from December 1 to April 1 annually. If passed, the trail would remain open to pedestrians year-round.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-01 to remove seasonal pedestrian closure of The Heritage Trail

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-01 to eliminate the winter closure of the Heritage Trail and consider accepting a $50,000 grant from The Archibald Foundation for skateboard park renovations. Other business includes approving an intermunicipal emergency response agreement with New Boston, appointing Co-Emergency Management Directors, and reopening the PFAS point-of-entry treatment reimbursement program.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-01 amending Section 185-11.C to eliminate winter closure of Heritage Trail
• Acceptance of $50,000 unanticipated revenue from The Archibald Foundation for skateboard park maintenance
• Approval of intermunicipal automatic emergency response agreement with Town of New Boston
• Reopening of the Town PFAS point-of-entry treatment reimbursement program
• Appointment of Co-Emergency Management Directors

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request to allow reconstruction of a pool house 9.6 feet from the side setback where 25 feet is required at 3 Wayside Drive. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance request by George Walden to allow a pool house setback of 9.6 feet instead of required 25 feet at 3 Wayside Drive, Lot 45-199, zoned GR

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will review three new applications: two conditional use permits for detached accessory apartments, a home occupation permit for a towing service, and a site plan for a restaurant and bank with a drive-thru. The St. Anselm College track and field athletic complex application has been postponed. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Conditional Use Permit for detached accessory apartment at 10 Tinker Road (Lot 7-17, zoned R&A)
• Conditional Use Permit for detached accessory apartment at 28 John Goffe Drive (Lot 21-8-10, zoned R&A)
• Home Occupation Permit for towing and vehicle recovery at 5 Third Street (Lot 42-47, zoned GR)
• Site Plan approval for a 2,456 sq. ft. restaurant and 2,640 sq. ft. bank with drive-thru at 26 & 28 South River Road (Lots 11-11 & 11-12, zoned PZ)
• St. Anselm College athletic complex application postponed (off Rundlett Hill Road and St. Anselm’s Drive)

Historic District Commission

The commission will consider requests for stonewall reconstruction at 311 Wallace Road and slope stabilization at 42 Ministerial Road. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the CLG Grant and the 275th Anniversary Celebration.

• Reconstruction of a retaining wall and stonewalls at 311 Wallace Road
• Clearcutting over 1,500 square feet and slope stabilization at 42 Ministerial Road
• CLG Grant discussion
• 275th Anniversary Celebration discussion

Energy Commission

The Energy Commission will discuss progress on school project systems upgrades and the solar photovoltaic facility at the Transfer Station. The meeting also covers potential Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) grant opportunities and a glass crusher purchase or lease.

• Solar Photovoltaic Facility at Transfer Station update
• Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) grant discussion
• School project systems upgrades progress report
• Glass crusher purchase or lease discussion

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss election official matters and consider Ordinance 2024-01 to end the winter closure of the Heritage Trail. The agenda also includes committee appointments and the acceptance of $800 in revenue from the Bedford Women’s Club.

• Ordinance 2024-01 regarding Heritage Trail winter closures
• Acceptance of $800 in revenue from the Bedford Women’s Club
• Award of the sand storage building bid
• Appointments to the SNHPC and Facilities Subcommittee
• Civil forfeiture warrant for unlicensed dogs

Conservation Commission

The Town of Bedford Conservation Commission will meet to appoint a committee for the Joppa Hill Conservation Area Municipal Zone Study. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Riparian Protection Overlay District and updates on previous permits.

• Appointment of Joppa Hill Conservation Area Municipal Zone Study Committee
• Discussion of Riparian Protection Overlay District
• Updates on previously reviewed permits and ZBA applications
• Pulpit Rock subcommittee report
• Trail Stewards subcommittee report

Zoning Board

The Bedford Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold hearings on several variance requests. These include proposals for accessory apartments, a landscaping storage yard, and wetland alterations at 213 South River Road.

• Variance to convert a barn into an accessory apartment at 10 Tinker Road
• Variance to use 231 North Amherst Road as an office and landscaping yard
• Variance to fill 2,722 SF of wetland at 213 South River Road
• Variance for a retaining wall setback at 213 South River Road
• Variance for an accessory apartment at 435 Joppa Hill Road

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss a conceptual proposal for a 120-unit housing development off South River Road. The board will also consider a site plan expansion at 54 Constitution Drive and a request to remove a fire cistern requirement at 501 Route 101.

• Proposed 120-unit multifamily development on South River Road
• Building expansion at 54 Constitution Drive
• Request to remove fire cistern requirement at 501 Route 101

Town Council

The Council will review a presentation on the NHDOT Bureau of Turnpikes All Electronic Tolling project. The agenda also includes awarding a sand storage building bid and appointing members to the Joppa Hill Road Conservation Area Committee.

• Presentation on F.E. Everett Turnpike electronic tolling project
• Award of the sand storage building bid
• Appointment of Town Councilors to the Joppa Hill Road Conservation Area Committee
• Discussion regarding requesting the Pledge of Allegiance at all board and commission meetings

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will consider Ordinance 2024-01 to eliminate the winter closure of the Heritage Trail. The agenda also includes an update on the Legacy Park Skateboard Park and reviews of summer and fall field use schedules.

• Ordinance 2024-01: Eliminating winter closure of Heritage Trail
• Eagle Park (MacEwan) amendment and revised plan
• Legacy Park Skateboard Park update
• Approval of summer and tentative fall field/facility use schedules
• Fall Field Schedule appeal by Bedford Athletic Club and Bedford Jr. Bulldogs Football League

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider a request for stone wall construction and landscaping repairs at 311 Wallace Road. The meeting also includes the election of officers and discussions regarding a CLG grant and the town's 275th anniversary.

• Stone wall construction and repair request at 311 Wallace Road
• Election of Commission officers
• CLG Grant discussion
• 275th Anniversary Celebration discussion
• Stevens-Buswell Community Center discussion

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board is reviewing several site plans and permit requests. Items include accessory apartments, a new bank, and conceptual reviews for automobile dealerships and senior living. One multifamily housing application has been postponed per applicant request.

• Accessory apartment permits at 33 Olde Lantern Rd and 4 Bayberry Ct
• Site Plan approval for Chase Bank at 67 & 69 South River Road
• Postponed site plan for 48-unit multifamily building at 264 South River Road
• Conceptual review for two automobile dealerships at 5A East Point Drive and South River Road
• Conceptual review for Bowman Gardens, a 62-unit senior living residence at 125 South River Road

Conservation Commission

The Bedford Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to review two variance requests for a site at 213 South River Road, including filling 2,722 square feet of emergent wetland and constructing a retaining wall within 5 to 20 feet of the wetland edge. The commission will also elect officers, consider a donation from the Bedford Women's Club, and receive updates on permits and subcommittees. A non-public session is scheduled to discuss property acquisition or sale.

• Variance to permanently fill 2,722 sq ft of emergent wetland at 213 South River Road, Lots 22-27 and 22-28
• Variance to construct retaining wall within 5-20 ft of wetland edge (50 ft required) at same location
• Election of officers
• Request for recommendation to accept donation from Bedford Women's Club
• Non-public session per RSA 91-A:3, II(d) for property acquisition or sale

Energy Commission

The Bedford Energy Commission will elect a new chair and vice-chair for 2024-2025, and receive updates on the solar photovoltaic facility at the Transfer Station, including a DERA grant. Other items include progress on school energy projects, pursuit of SolSmart Silver status, and a discussion on meeting start times.

• Election of 2024-2025 Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Solar Photovoltaic Facility at Transfer Station update with ReVision Energy and DERA Grant
• SolSmart – Pursuit of Silver Status
• Climate Pollution Reduction Grant
• Town Hall Energy Audit

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is conducting a public site walk at a property adjacent to the Mini Cooper dealership at 213 South River Road (Tax Map 22, Lots 27 and 28). The walk concerns a standard dredge and fill wetland impact permit and a variance request for a wetland setback encroachment related to car dealership development. The meeting is open to the public and starts at 5:00 P.M. at the gravel entrance.

• Site walk for dredge and fill wetland impact permit
• Variance request for wetland setback encroachment
• Property at 213 South River Road, Tax Map 22, Lots 27 and 28
• Development of a car dealership

Town Council

The Council will consider appointing a committee to review the Joppa Hill Road conservation area and its 25-acre municipal zone. Additionally, members will discuss park facility improvements with Bedford Little League and act to close the Town PFAS reimbursement program.

• Appointment of a committee to review the Joppa Hill Road conservation area
• Action on request to amend the Educational Farm at Joppa Hill Lease
• Action to close the Town PFAS point of entry treatment reimbursement program
• Discussion with Bedford Little League on park facility improvements
• Appointment of Cemetery Trustee

PFAS Subcommittee

The Bedford Heights PFAS Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the ramifications of EPA PFAS standards, receive updates on the Bedford Center Road water main extension project and the POET Rebate Program, and consider pending PFAS-related legislation. The meeting is open to the public, with accommodations available upon request.

• Discussion of EPA PFAS standards ramifications
• Update on Bedford Center Road water main extension project
• Update on POET Rebate Program
• Discussion of pending PFAS-related legislation

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear two variance requests regarding property setbacks. One request involves an existing detached accessory apartment at 19 South Hills Drive, and the other concerns a building expansion at 54 Constitution Drive.

• Variance for an existing detached accessory apartment at 19 South Hills Drive
• Variance for a building expansion at 54 Constitution Drive

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will hold an informal workshop regarding community planning topics. This includes a discussion of the “Bedford, A Place to Live” Housing Study. The board will not solicit public comments during this session.

• Discussion of “Bedford, A Place to Live” Housing Study

Town Council

The Town Council is hosting a public input session regarding the town's public facility needs. This session is intended to welcome citizen input on addressing these needs.

• Public input session regarding public facility needs

BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers

The BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers will hold an election for Chair and Vice-Chair positions. A subcommittee will also meet to discuss potential funding opportunities.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair officers
• Approval of January 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Subcommittee discussion on potential funding opportunities

Town Council

The Council will hold a public input session regarding public facility needs. Members will also take action on a Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA) grant from NHDES and a three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement. Additionally, the Council will consider a cost-sharing request for signage hardware from Bedford Presbyterian Church.

• Public input session regarding public facility needs
• Action on Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA) grant from NHDES
• Action on the 3-Year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement
• Cost sharing request for Bedford Presbyterian Church signage hardware

Historic District Commission

The commission will review requests for a farmers porch at 45 North Amherst Road and stone wall construction at 311 Wallace Road. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the CLG Grant, the town's 275th anniversary, and the Stevens-Buswell Community Center.

• Farmers porch addition (31.7' x 8') and re-shingling at 45 North Amherst Road
• Stone wall construction and landscaping repairs at 311 Wallace Road
• CLG Grant discussion
• 275th Anniversary Celebration discussion
• Stevens-Buswell Community Center discussion

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will consider several site plan applications, including a 54-unit elderly housing development at 227 Wallace Road. The board will also discuss a concept plan for a 48-unit apartment building on South River Road. Additionally, the board will elect its officers and liaisons.

• Final site plan approval for Riddle Brook Acres of Bedford, a 54-unit elderly housing development
• Concept plan discussion for River Road Landing, a proposed 48-unit apartment building with 25% workforce housing
• Site plan approval to change use of 4 Sunset Lane from light industrial to automotive service
• Site plan approval for 41 South River Road to add one residential apartment unit
• Lot line adjustment to transfer approximately 10.65 acres at 95 & 99 McAllister Road

Conservation Commission

The Bedford Conservation Commission will hold a public meeting to review three dredge and fill applications, including two variance requests for wetland work at 213 South River Road and a NH DOT request for the Bedford Toll Plaza conversion. The agenda also includes new business on conservation fund expenditures, violations, and monitoring results, plus a non-public session on property acquisition.

• Variance to permanently fill 2,722 sq ft of emergent wetland at 213 South River Road (Lots 22-27, 22-28)
• Variance to construct retaining wall within 5-20 ft of wetland edge (50 ft required) at same property
• NH DOT request for permanent fill of 1,409 sq ft and temporary fill of 1,711 sq ft of forested wetland for Bedford Toll Plaza conversion to All Electronic Tolling
• Request for expenditure of conservation funds
• Non-public session per RSA 91-A:3, II(d) for property acquisition, sale, or lease

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider applications for a community center at 18 North Amherst Road and an accessory apartment at 32 Perry Road. The board will also review a lot line adjustment and sign waivers for a dealership. A site plan review for Chase Bank has been postponed.

• Site Plan approval for a community center at 18 North Amherst Road
• Conditional Use Permit for an accessory apartment at 32 Perry Road
• Lot line adjustment between 17 & 23 Olde English Road
• Sign waiver for Toyota dealership at 5A East Point Drive
• Postponed site plan review for Chase Bank at 67 & 69 South River Road

Planning Board

The board will consider a site plan to convert the former Stevens Buswell School into a community center. Other items include requests for an accessory apartment on Perry Road and sign waivers at 5A East Point Drive. A review for a bank on South River Road has been postponed.

• Site Plan approval for a community center at 18 North Amherst Road
• Signage waiver for wall and monument signs at 5A East Point Drive
• Accessory apartment permit at 32 Perry Road
• Lot line adjustment at 17 & 23 Olde English Road

Energy Commission

The Bedford Energy Commission will discuss updates on the Solar Photovoltaic Facility at the Transfer Station, including a ReVision Energy update and financial issues related to a DERA grant. The commission will also consider pursuing Solsmart Silver status and hear reports on school projects, NH Saves, and the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant.

• Solar Photovoltaic Facility at Transfer Station update with ReVision Energy and DERA grant
• Solsmart Silver status pursuit
• School projects progress and planning with Portfolio Manager
• Climate Pollution Reduction Grant
• Town Hall Energy Audit

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss the approval of a building removal RFP for 300 South River Road. The agenda also includes appointments to boards and commissions and reviews of town media policies.

• Approval of 300 South River Road building removal RFP
• Appointment of alternate Library Trustees
• Reaffirming or amending TC Rules of Procedure, Code of Conduct, and media policies
• Meeting with the Trustees of the Trust Funds

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Trustees of the Trust Funds will hold their annual meeting to report to taxpayers on the mission and results of their actions over the past year (2023). The agenda contains only this single report item, with no other business listed.

• Annual report to taxpayers on 2023 trust fund actions and results

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider three variance requests. These include a proposal for a detached accessory apartment and two requests regarding the placement of an above-ground pool.

• Variance request for detached accessory apartment in front yard at 4 Bayberry Ct
• Variance request for 18-foot above-ground pool 6 feet from side lot line at 58 Old Bedford Rd
• Variance request for 18-foot above-ground pool 6 feet from front lot line along McKerley Street at 58 Old Bedford Rd

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss a proposed fee schedule amendment and adjustments to certain tax exemptions. The meeting includes consideration of agreements for the Beals Road Bridge and Greenfield Parkway bridge projects. Additionally, the Council will review the acceptance of $500,000 in grant funds for landfill solar project utility upgrades.

• Acceptance of $500,000 Department of Energy grant for landfill solar project utility upgrades
• Agreements with Merrimack and NHDOT for Beals Road Bridge construction and maintenance
• Engineering services contract award for Greenfield Parkway bridge design and permitting
• Award of Bid 23-2024 Fire Pumper
• Proposed Fee Schedule Amendment

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council is holding a public hearing to take testimony on a revised Fee Schedule. The provided notice does not list specific fee amounts or changes.

• Public hearing for the revised Fee Schedule

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will hold a public hearing to receive testimony regarding the acceptance of a $500,000 grant from the Department of Energy. The funds are intended for utility upgrades for the Bedford landfill solar project.

• $500,000 Department of Energy grant for landfill solar project utility upgrades

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to Section 236 of the Land Development Control Regulations. The proposal addresses requirements for fire cisterns in developments located more than 1,200 feet from the public water supply.

• Proposed amendment to Fire Protection regulations (Section 236)

Planning Board

The Bedford Planning Board is reviewing development requests including a parking management plan for an 85-unit apartment building and concept plans for new housing and a shopping plaza. A public hearing will also be held regarding fire cistern regulation amendments.

• Time extension request for electric car maintenance facility at South River Road and Technology Drive
• Parking management plan for 85-unit Riverside Landing at 66 Hawthorne Drive
• Concept plan discussion for 30-unit workforce housing at 9 Sunset Lane
• Concept plan discussion for 22,000 sq. ft. shopping plaza at 206 Route 101
• Public hearing on fire cistern regulation amendments

Historic District Commission

The Bedford Historic District Commission will review two applications for certificates of approval regarding exterior modifications at 316 and 278 Wallace Road. Commissioners will also hold a non-binding discussion on fencing proposals at 64 North Amherst Road and review the status of a petition to amend historic district boundaries. Additional agenda items cover grant discussions, community center surveys, and anniversary planning.

• Certificate of approval request for pool house removal, carport roof removal, and front steps replacement at 316 Wallace Road
• Certificate of approval request to build a 36’ x 40’ garage at 278 Wallace Road
• Non-binding pre-application discussion on horse pasture and property line fencing at 64 North Amherst Road
• Status update on citizens petition to amend the Historic District Commission boundary

Town Council

This Town Council retreat focuses on discussion rather than voting. Members will review next steps after a failed warrant article for a police station and fire substation, update public meeting rules, and address staff policies like longevity pay and overtime. The agenda also covers town operations including transfer station equipment, PFAS planning, commercial impact fees, and the upcoming 275th anniversary.

• Next steps after a failed warrant article for a police station and fire substation
• Updates to public meeting rules covering comment procedures, dress code, and budget process
• Staff policy reviews addressing the employee handbook, longevity pay, overtime, and recognition
• Town operations review including transfer station compactors, PFAS planning, and commercial property impact fees
• Planning for the 275th town anniversary, historic district initiatives, and Clean Up Bedford Day

Energy Commission

The Bedford Energy Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the solar photovoltaic facility at the Transfer Station, including financial issues and a DERA grant, as well as progress on school projects and the pursuit of Solsmart Silver status. New business includes an electric school bus program. The meeting is primarily informational with reports and updates, and no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Solar Photovoltaic Facility at Transfer Station update with ReVision Energy and DERA grant
• Solsmart Silver status pursuit
• Climate Pollution Reduction Grant update
• Electric School Bus Program discussion
• School projects progress and systems upgrades

Highway Safety Committee

The Town of Bedford Highway Safety Committee will review internal operating guidelines and address requests for traffic control measures, including no-parking signage on Hawthorne Drive and stop-ahead signs at multiple intersections. Because this document is a pre-meeting agenda, the committee has not yet voted or approved any items. The discussion aims to evaluate proposed safety improvements along local roadways.

• Review of Highway Safety Committee operating guidelines
• Request for "No Parking" signage along Hawthorne Drive
• Proposal for a Stop Ahead sign on No. Amherst Rd approaching Wallace Rd
• Discussion of conditions at the New Boston Rd and Joppa Hill Rd intersection
• Discussion of conditions at the New Boston Rd and McAllister Rd intersection

Conservation Commission

The Bedford Conservation Commission is holding a workshop meeting with a presentation by a New Hampshire Fish & Game wildlife biologist on turtle biology and threatened/endangered turtles in Bedford. The meeting may also cover other threatened and endangered reptiles and amphibians if time allows. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Joshua Megyesy, Wildlife Biologist, NH Fish & Game Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program
• Discussion of turtle biology and threatened/endangered turtles in Bedford
• Possible discussion of other threatened/endangered reptiles and amphibians

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider two variance requests. These include a setback issue for a pool house and a buffer zone requirement for a proposed 55+ cluster residential development.

• Variance request for a pool house 22.5 feet from the rear property line at 77 Horizon Dr
• Variance request for a 75-foot Buffer Zone (100 feet required) for elderly housing at 227 Wallace Road, County Road, and Bow Lane

Town Council

The Town Council will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and swear in new councilors. The agenda includes reviewing the 2024-2025 Roads Program and awarding bids for road reconstruction and crack sealing projects. The Council will also address board assignments and a special event sign waiver request.

• Award of Bid 01-2024 for road reconstruction
• Award of Bid 02-2024 for crack sealing project
• Oath of office for new councilors
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Special Event sign waiver request from Bedford Presbyterian Church

Budgetary Town Meeting

The Town of Bedford is holding a Budgetary Town Meeting. The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding the date, time, and location.

Planning Board

The board will consider a sign waiver for Planet Fitness and parking expansions at the Bowman Place Assisted Living Facility. They will also review a building façade modification on Harvey Road. Additionally, members will hold a conceptual discussion regarding a proposed carwash and vacuum station.

• Sign waiver for 142.6 sq. ft. Planet Fitness sign at 5-7 Colby Court
• Parking expansion at Bowman Place Assisted Living Facility
• Building façade modification at 43 Harvey Road
• Proposed 3,840 sq. ft. carwash and vacuum station on South River Road

Supervisors of the Checklist

This meeting consists of a single procedural item to appoint a Moderator pro tempore to officiate at the Town Meeting on March 13, 2024. The session is open to members of the public.

• Appointment of a Moderator pro tempore

BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers

The BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers Subcommittee will meet to discuss potential funding opportunities. The agenda contains no other items for discussion or decision.

• Discussion regarding potential funding opportunities

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a pre-application discussion for a 40’ x 40’ garage at 278 Wallace Road. The commission will also review requests regarding tree removal and site preparation at 324 Wallace Road.

• Pre-application discussion for a 40' x 40' garage at 278 Wallace Road
• Request for approval of tree removal and landscape plan at 324 Wallace Road
• Discussion regarding CLG Grant and the town's 275th Anniversary Celebration

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Bedford Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve the spring field and facility use schedule, receive an update on the Legacy Park skateboard park, and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The meeting is procedural with no major policy decisions expected.

• Approve Spring Field/Facility Use Schedule
• Update on Legacy Park Skateboard Park
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2023

Town Council

The Town Council will consider participating in a State of NH national opioid settlement. They will also discuss whether to hold a special election for a vacant State Representative position.

• Decision regarding participation in a State of NH national opioid settlement
• Discussion on conducting a Special Election for a vacant State Representative position
• Approval of February 14, 2024, meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Bedford Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, hearing an Eagle Scout presentation, and considering a donation request from the Bedford Women's Club. They will also review updates on the Pulpit Rock Subcommittee, trail stewardship, and previously reviewed projects like the Dumas application and Everett Turnpike widening.

• Eagle Scout presentation by Adelino Vellis
• Donation request from the Bedford Women's Club
• Updates on Dumas application and Everett Turnpike widening
• Discussion of Riparian Overlay District and CUB Day
• Approval of January 23, 2024 minutes

Trustees of the Trust Funds

The Trustees of the Trust Funds will meet to confirm previous minutes and discuss investment requirements. The body will review its annual schedule and the investment policy for private Trust Funds. A quarterly investment review with Clarfeld (Citizens Bank) is also scheduled.

• Confirmation of investment requirement that purchases be made only in dollars
• Quarterly investment review with Clarfeld (Citizens Bank)
• Review of investment policy for private Trust Funds

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering a site plan for a new track and field athletic complex, including an artificial turf field and field house. The board will also review a lot line adjustment between parcels at 111 Worthley Road and Rundlett Hill Road.

• Lot line adjustment at 111 Worthley Road and Rundlett Hill Road
• Site plan approval for new track and field athletic complex near Rundlett Hill Road
• Discussion of proposed amendment to Land Development Control Regulations

Energy Commission

The Bedford Energy Commission will review the progress of the solar photovoltaic facility at the Transfer Station, including ReVision Energy updates and DERA grant financial issues. The body will also discuss school systems upgrades, a joint meeting on housing, and a Climate Pollution Reduction grant. No specific dollar amounts or binding votes are listed in the agenda text.

• Solar Photovoltaic Facility at Transfer Station: ReVision Energy progress and DERA Grant financial issues
• School projects: Systems upgrades and Portfolio Manager progress
• Joint Meeting of Boards and Commission on Housing in Bedford
• Solsmart pursuit of Silver Status
• Climate Pollution Reduction grant discussion

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will discuss a rehearing request regarding wetland fill for an athletic complex. The board will also consider a variance for a home occupation at 5 Third Street. A request for a coffee shop drive-thru at 256 Wallace Road was postponed to March 19, 2024.

• Rehearing request by James and Lois Alger regarding wetland fill for a Track and Field Athletic Complex at Rundlett Hill Road and Worthley Road
• Variance request for Joyce & John Skiff to operate a home office and vehicle storage at 5 Third Street
• Postponed variance request for a coffee shop drive-thru at 256 Wallace Road

Town Council

The Town Council will receive an update regarding the Greenfield Parkway bridge failure and associated road closure. The meeting also includes a scheduled meeting with Bedford High School’s Community Senate.

• Update on Greenfield Parkway bridge failure/road closure
• Meeting with Bedford High School’s Community Senate
• Approval of January 24, 2024 public session minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a closed meeting at the Town Office Building. The purpose of this session is consultation with legal counsel.

• Consultation with legal counsel

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold a pre-application discussion regarding a proposed 40’ x 40’ garage. The agenda also includes a citizen petition to amend the Historic District boundary.

• Pre-application discussion for a 40’ x 40’ garage at 278 Wallace Road
• Citizen petition to amend the Historic District boundary
• CLG Grant discussion
• Updates on pending Certificate of Approval requests

Facilities Subcommittee

The Facilities Information and Communications Committee is meeting to coordinate public outreach for the Safety Complex project, including website updates, videos, presentations, and tours. They will review the slide deck with a new funding schedule and plan mailers and pamphlets. The committee is also scheduling presentations to local groups and preparing for upcoming public information sessions.

• Presentations at McAllister Room, Bedford Public Library on Jan 30, Feb 15, Feb 20
• Tours of existing Safety Complex on Feb 15 and Feb 22 at 6:00 pm
• Virtual information session on March 4 at 6:30 pm
• Presentations to Bedford Democrats, Rotary Club, and Lion's Club
• Article for Greet Bedford February edition

Energy Commission

The Bedford Energy Commission will discuss progress on a solar photovoltaic facility at the Transfer Station, including updates from ReVision Energy and financial issues. They will also review school systems upgrades, pursue Solsmart Silver Status, and consider a Climate Pollution Reduction grant.

• Solar Photovoltaic Facility at Transfer Station update with ReVision Energy progress and 3-phase construction
• Solsmart – pursuit of Silver Status
• Climate Pollution Reduction grant discussion
• School projects progress and planning with systems upgrades and Portfolio Manager
• Joint meeting of Boards and Commission on Housing in Bedford

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a second public hearing on the proposed 2024 budget. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a $36.5 million bond for a safety complex and various equipment purchases.

• Second public hearing on the proposed 2024 budget
• Proposed $36.5 million bond for Police and Fire Complex on South River Road
• Acceptance of $105,012.48 in unanticipated bridge aid funds from the State of NH
• Street acceptance for Huntington Ridge Road
• Bid awards for two dump trucks and two plow/sander units

Conservation Commission

The Bedford Conservation Commission will review a dredge and fill application for an emergency access road to the Riddle Brook Acres Senior Housing Development, which would permanently fill 772 square feet of wetland. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, updates on projects, and a non-public session on property matters.

• Dredge and fill application for 772 sq ft permanent and 209 sq ft temporary wetland fill at 227 Wallace Road
• Approval of minutes from December 12, 2023 meeting, nonpublic session, and December 14 site walk
• Update on St. Anselm's College project
• Discussion of FAQ sheets for water quality protection and streamside/riparian areas overlay
• Non-public session per RSA 91-A:3, II(d) for property acquisition, sale, or lease

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a request to subdivide one residential lot into three at North Amherst Road, Westview Road, and Fairlane Drive. The board will also review a proposal to convert an assisted living facility at 66 Hawthorne Drive into multifamily apartments.

• Subdivision of one residential lot into three at 138 North Amherst Road, 18 Westview Road, and 15 Fairlane Drive
• Site plan approval to change 85-unit assisted living facility to 85-unit multifamily apartment building at 66 Hawthorne Drive
• Proposal for 25% of 66 Hawthorne Drive units to be designated as workforce housing
• Second public hearing on proposed 2024 zoning amendments

BCTV-WBNH Board of Overseers

The Board of Overseers will meet to review the Manager’s Report and the WBNH Radio Program Director’s Report. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the May 4, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of May 4, 2023, meeting minutes
• BCTV-WBNH Manager’s Report
• WBNH Radio Program Director’s Report

Zoning Board

The Bedford Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on January 16, 2024, to consider three variance requests. These include a barn/garage setback variance, expansion of a non-conforming use for parking, and a wetland fill for a track complex. One application was postponed to a later meeting.

• Variance to build 30' x 45' attached barn/garage within 7 feet of property line (25 ft required) at 23 Pulpit Road
• Variance to expand non-conforming use for additional parking at 24 Old Bedford Road
• Variance to permanently fill 12,122 sq ft and temporarily fill 587 sq ft of wetland for track and field complex at Rundlett Hill Road and Worthley Road
• Variance to allow drive-thru coffee shop at 256 Wallace Road (postponed to Feb 20, 2024)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a site walk to review proposed changes from an assisted living facility to multi-family housing with workforce units.

• Site walk at 66 Hawthorne Drive for rezoning of 85-unit property

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed 2024 budget and consider the appointment of the Police Chief. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Educational Farm at Joppa Hill and a new ambulance bid award.

• First public hearing on the proposed 2024 budget
• Confirmation of the appointment of Police Chief
• Award of bid for a new ambulance
• Request to relocate the Municipal Zone at Educational Farm at Joppa Hill
• Discussion regarding domestic and sexual violence prevention program

Historic District Commission

The commission will discuss a citizens petition to amend the Historic District boundary and receive an update on the CLG Grant. The agenda also includes discussions regarding residential and tree services mailings.

• Citizens Petition to amend the Historic District boundary
• CLG Grant Update
• Residential and Tree Services Mailings
• New Application

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a time extension for a vehicle storage garage project at 209 Route 101. The meeting also includes the first public hearing regarding proposed zoning amendments.

• Time-extension request for 4,000 SF vehicle storage garage at 209 Route 101 and 137 Bedford Center Road
• First public hearing on proposed zoning amendments submitted by the Planning Board and citizens' petition
• Postponed: Animal Rescue League conditional use permit for animal sculptures at 545 Route 101

Facilities Subcommittee

The Facilities Information and Communications Committee is meeting to coordinate public outreach for the proposed safety complex project, including videos, presentations, tours, and mailers. They will discuss scheduling presentations to local groups and updating the website. The agenda is primarily procedural, focusing on communication logistics rather than policy decisions.

• Third video posted; fourth and fifth videos planned (walking tours of existing police facility and fire station)
• Presentations and tours scheduled for January 3, 2024 at Bedford Public Library and Safety Complex
• Presentations scheduled for Men's Club, Bedford Republicans, Rotary Club, Bedford Democrats, and Lion's Club
• Article for Greet Bedford submitted to Brian Zimmerman
• Public hearings on 2024 Municipal Budget scheduled for January 10 and 24, 2024