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Split vote and fiscal questioning

At the April 27 Select Board meeting, the board split 3-1 on a $12,500 fireworks contract for the 250th anniversary. While the majority approved, one member questioned the high cost of the single-event display. #HollisNH #LocalGov https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-04-27/ #MeetingWatch

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Fiscal impact of new software contract

Hollis is moving to digital permitting. The Select Board approved a contract for 'Cloud Permit' software on April 27. Expect an $8k-$9k annual cost plus an $8k implementation fee to move the Building Dept away from paper. #HollisNH... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-04-27/ #MeetingWatch

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Significant tax/land use decisions

Taxpayer Alert: During the April 27 Select Board meeting, the board approved a $35,000 tax related to a land use change release. They also processed various charitable and religious exemptions. #HollisNH #Taxation https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-04-27/ #MeetingWatch

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What happened at the April 27 Hollis Select Board meeting? While most items were routine, two decisions involving significant taxpayer funds deserve closer attention. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #HollisNH

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1/ The Board split 3-1 on a $12,500 contract for Pyrotechnico Fireworks for the town's 250th anniversary. While the majority viewed it as a once-in-250-years expense, one member voiced concerns regarding the cost.

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2/ The Building Department is also transitioning to 'Cloud Permit' software. The Board approved an $8,000-$9,000 annual contract plus an $8,000 implementation fee to move from paper-based to online permitting.

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3/ Finally, the Board approved several tax-related items, including a $35,000 tax assessment following a land use change release. Stay informed on how your tax dollars are being allocated. #LocalGovernment https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-04-27/

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During the April 27 Select Board meeting, several decisions were made that involve significant taxpayer expenditures and changes to town services.

First, the Board approved a $12,500 contract with Pyrotechnico Fireworks Corporation for the Hollis Celebrates America 250th event. This was a rare split vote, with a 3-1 decision; one board member questioned the expense of the 20-minute display. 

Second, the Board moved to modernize the Building Department by approving a contract for 'Cloud Permit' software. This transition from paper-based permitting to an online system comes with an estimated $8,000 to $9,000 annual cost, in addition to an $8,000 implementation fee. The rollout is expected to take about 20 weeks.

Lastly, the Board processed several tax assessments, including a $35,000 tax related to a land use change release. As these decisions impact the town budget and administrative operations, residents should stay engaged with upcoming budget discussions. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-04-27/ #MeetingWatch #HollisNH