Committee cites neighboring towns' projects as cost reference points
Members reviewed prior projects in Raymond and Exeter — with past estimates ranging from about $6.8M to $17.5M — and agreed to use those examples when communicating likely costs to Newfields voters.
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Committee members discussed comparable projects in nearby towns as context for how much a public safety building might cost. One member said Raymond had previously estimated $6.8 million for a police facility several years ago and that other towns had bond efforts in double‑digit millions; Exeter’s combined police and fire project had been about $16.5 million and later required a higher figure to pass.
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