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Board advocacy against rising county taxes and lack of transparency from county officials.
The Goffstown Select Board is pushing back against a proposed 11% county tax increase. After a previous 22% hike, the Board is demanding clarity on cost drivers and benefits to residents. They've tasked the Town Administrator... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/select-board/2026-05-18/ #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH
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Internal board conflict regarding fiscal savings versus labor law compliance and employee safety.
A debate broke out at the May 18 Select Board meeting over $1,600/year spent on bottled water for DPW crews. While some pushed for cheaper reusable jugs, others argued bottled water is necessary to meet federal sanitation and... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/select-board/2026-05-18/ #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH
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Significant potential change in town governance and its requirement for public voting.
Goffstown residents: The Select Board is reconsidering our town's governance structure. Discussion is underway regarding transitioning from a Town Administrator to a Town Manager—a change that would require a direct vote from... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/select-board/2026-05-18/ #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH
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What is happening with Goffstown’s town governance and your tax dollars? The May 18 Select Board meeting revealed significant debates on how our town is run and how much we are being asked to pay. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH
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First: The Board is challenging a proposed 11% county tax increase. Following a massive 22% hike previously, the Board is demanding to know exactly what these costs cover and how they benefit Goffstown residents before moving forward.
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Second: A debate emerged over $1,600 in annual costs for DPW drinking water. The Board hit a standoff between those seeking cost-cutting measures (reusable jugs) and those insisting bottled water is required to meet federal health and safety laws.
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Finally: The Board is weighing a move from a Town Administrator to a Town Manager structure. This isn't just a policy shift—it's a fundamental change that would eventually require a vote from residents via a warrant article. Stay tuned. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/select-board/2026-05-18/
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At the May 18 Select Board meeting, several issues surfaced that directly impact the wallets and safety of Goffstown residents. Most notably, the Board is taking a stand against a proposed 11% tax increase from the county. Following a previous 22% increase, the Board expressed significant skepticism regarding the lack of transparency from county commissioners. They have authorized the Town Administrator to demand a formal explanation of the cost drivers and how this increase actually benefits our community. There was also a notable internal debate regarding the $1,600 annual cost of providing bottled water to DPW crews. While some members looked for ways to cut costs using reusable containers, others argued that current practices are necessary to comply with federal labor laws regarding sanitation and heat stress. The Board ultimately decided to seek formal legal clarification to ensure the town is meeting its safety obligations without unnecessary spending. Finally, the Board is beginning to discuss a potential shift in how Goffstown is governed—moving from a Town Administrator to a Town Manager. This is a significant structural change that would ultimately require a warrant article for residents to vote on. We will continue to monitor these developments closely. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/select-board/2026-05-18/ #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH