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Fiscal responsibility and questioning long-term municipal expenditures
On May 18, the Hollis Select Board approved a 3-year lease for two police cruisers totaling $121,761.12. Board members questioned if leasing makes sense in a high-interest-rate environment, but ultimately moved forward with the TD... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-05-18/ #MeetingWatch
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High-impact fiscal decision affecting all residents
Hollis taxpayers: The Select Board approved a tax collector's warrant for $21,972,827 at the May 18 meeting. This involves an 8% annual interest rate for unpaid sums. Keeping track of these massive figures is vital for community... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-05-18/ #MeetingWatch
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Transparency regarding use-of-force data requests
During the May 18 Select Board meeting, updates were provided on the costs associated with a Right to Know request for 10 years of Hollis Police use-of-force data. The request incurred $119.30 in costs for two hours of staff work... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-05-18/ #MeetingWatch
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Hollis Select Board Meeting Recap (May 18, 2026): While much of the meeting was routine, several financial decisions regarding police equipment and taxation warrants require resident attention. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #HollisNH
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The Board approved a three-year lease for two police cruisers from TD Equipment Finance. Total cost: $121,761.12 at a 4.44% interest rate. Some board members raised valid questions about whether leasing is wise given today's high-interest-rate environment.
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On the fiscal front, the Board approved the Tax Collector's warrant, covering a total taxation amount of $21,972,827. This includes an 8% annual interest rate on sums not paid by the deadline. Monitoring these large-scale financial obligations is essential.
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Finally, the Board provided an update on Right to Know expenses. A request for 10 years of Hollis Police use-of-force data resulted in $119.30 in costs for two hours of work. Stay informed on how town resources are used to fulfill transparency... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-05-18/
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Hollis Select Board Meeting Summary: May 18, 2026 During the May 18 meeting, the Select Board made several significant financial decisions that impact Hollis taxpayers. Most notably, the Board approved a three-year lease for two new police cruisers through TD Equipment Finance. The total cost of the lease is $121,761.12, with annual payments of $40,587.04 at a 4.44% interest rate. During the discussion, board members raised questions about whether leasing is the most fiscally responsible move in a high-interest-rate environment compared to outright purchasing. In addition to equipment leasing, the Board approved the Tax Collector's warrant for a total taxation amount of $21,972,827. This warrant includes an 8% annual interest rate for any sums not paid by the deadline. Finally, the Board provided an update on the costs associated with a recent Right to Know request. The request sought 10 years of use-of-force data from the Hollis Police Department, which incurred $119.30 in costs for two hours of staff time. As residents, it is important to stay engaged with these decisions regarding how our tax dollars are allocated for equipment and municipal operations. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/hollis/select-board/2026-05-18/ #MeetingWatch #HollisNH