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On emergency services, both candidates said residents should be safe and supported the goal of adequate coverage. Catanzano said he “is in favor” of a full‑time fire force if required for coverage; Daniels described an effort to retain volunteers but acknowledged a broader shortage of workers and said there may be times the town needs to provide paid coverage. Daniels noted the town previously accepted state money to recruit volunteer responders and said recruitment remains challenging.

Both candidates emphasized training and succession planning for town departments. Catanzano proposed a local training program so employees can be trained and promoted within town roles rather than seeking outside training; he said a succession plan reduces operational risk when key employees leave. Daniels agreed the whole town (not just DPW) needs succession planning.

On workforce and retaining graduates, candidates proposed closer ties between the town, the high school and local employers. Daniels said the economic development advisory committee was forming and should connect with schools and businesses; Catanzano urged mentorship programs and roundtables to match students to local opportunities and apprenticeships.

Candidates discussed zoning and housing density briefly. Both said lowering a 2‑acre zoning threshold to 1 acre (or allowing more accessory dwelling units) could help increase housing supply and keep more people in town while helping tax base growth.

On downtown revitalization, both candidates supported efforts to fill vacant storefronts and improve downtown aesthetics. Parking was a recurring theme: candidates discussed existing lots and the possibility of adding parking (some said a parking structure could change behavior). They urged town‑led assistance to help small businesses with start‑up challenges and to encourage residents to shop locally.

No formal town actions were taken at the forum.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Milford NH Board of Selectmen Candidates Forum - February 26, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","At a candidate forum, both contenders supported better coverage for first responders, discussed volunteer staffing challenges, proposed local training and succession programs, and talked about downtown parking and small‑business support.","taxTitle","Milford Board of Selectmen, Milford, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire","taxId",76029,"location","New Hampshire","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6102260,"Candidates debate taxes, paving warrants and future of 127 Elm Street rec building",503,793000,1296000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2805485-8e3a86dae1dade3223fa8780cb8d5b95&start=793&end=1296","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2805485-8e3a86dae1dade3223fa8780cb8d5b95/thumbnail_793000.jpg","/articles/6102260/New-Hampshire/Candidates-debate-taxes-paving-warrants-and-future-of-127-Elm-Street-rec-building","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6102260-882948191c23ca3b4b5ab479469b5e72/orig.mp4?Expires=1771090021&Signature=NPaArvE~JLOPGdPQhiqddkMzGrbBwEvPUkwFhxYBiVuujW6vrNc0RBkZXdjN07khh0E2b2VwxtuJa5ANgChqaeQ5l89Z904ISxvjt6Rk1UqnQSy3r7DAnfF~SOhNwYLgz5Gn5bsa28SliFvxP-6AGhfmPUsWBXzJuwFhiDMmDZ7SmlgDrMlZhi6angZ-CSVW9UB~NeCbB-ffNE7ylWWVOeMbkyaRBmS4XQHah3TppldJz~8D8~IMf4c3YBxypmLbKzSfn2cDmzvsQV0eJ8C5V0cfmRjMyx6zvKr2yt-E40T9wVMIbXoHYFsIZWbIOl0x4H4-PfZB7foP~gYlG6xs6g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At a Granite Town Media forum, both candidates for the Milford Board of Selectmen said addressing property tax pressure is a top priority and described different steps they would take to constrain future tax growth.

Gary Daniels, citing his experience in local and state government, framed the issue as balancing needed services with taxpayers’ ability to pay. “How do we balance the cost of services with the ability of the taxpayers to support those?” Daniels asked, naming monitoring debt service and seeking alternatives to status‑quo operations.

David Catanzano, who described himself as a private‑sector manager, said his main focus is property taxes and that he would apply private‑sector budgeting techniques and citizen listening sessions to cut nonessential spending. “If I have the opportunity to serve, I will make sure that I’m available to sit and have those questions and answer sessions with the town folk of Milford,” Catanzano said.

Candidates gave several budget figures during the forum. The moderator and candidates discussed a town operating budget described as just over $20,000,000 and a school budget in the mid‑$40,000,000 range. Speakers cited combined town and school figures approaching $67,000,000 and said the town budget was rising roughly 5.7 percent; the school default was noted at 6.3 percent while a proposed school operating increase figure cited was about 5.4 percent. The forum did not produce a formal budget action.

Paving and capital maintenance were discussed at length. Candidates referenced a $200,000 paving line in the operating budget and an additional $300,000 warrant article for paving in the current year. Daniels said the town has shifted strategy in prior years from relying on two $300,000 warrant articles to a more gradual build toward an approximately $1,000,000 annual paving program.

Both candidates addressed the future of 127 Elm Street — a recreation building the town bought years ago that remains underused. Daniels said the question should reflect community priorities. “What does the town of Milford want?” he asked, and proposed roundtable meetings to solicit public input. Catanzano said the building’s structure “still has good bones” and noted recreation is not a core government service, but he did not endorse a specific option; he urged careful consideration of costs and community needs.

Neither candidate committed to demolishing or renovating 127 Elm Street on the spot; both emphasized public engagement before major expenditures.

No formal motions or votes took place at the forum.","At a public forum, both Milford selectmen candidates identified property taxes as a top concern and discussed the town budget, paving warrant articles and options for the long‑unused 127 Elm Street recreation building.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6102265,"Milford selectmen candidates present priorities and urge turnout ahead of March 11 vote",3700,62000,3762000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2805485-8e3a86dae1dade3223fa8780cb8d5b95&start=62&end=3762","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2805485-8e3a86dae1dade3223fa8780cb8d5b95/thumbnail_62000.jpg","/articles/6102265/New-Hampshire/Milford-selectmen-candidates-present-priorities-and-urge-turnout-ahead-of-March-11-vote","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6102265-4d9508b502db21d540209d4a1c7d5456/orig.mp4?Expires=1771090021&Signature=AVHjYINa63M4ZVP~~cwcloUATMo2wnT~aPmzAHNeLGotvMM~vHKbe~Ld-ydLAi0ar5Bkwm5MDRpPuXvHMN7Uc7SB6pkU-tqN~p7r3ccHJlx~Yo02TpLjoj4YnK7q~M5Q20KhkPT2VH85IHPLmzzQDRh90tSx2ikTO5ToSFzKS~t4d7XUxk2ugIZLngsrOBNtsdz0TR86l1yYCTpI~VIxRs9oLwDyoLU--xRtN2-kYPmBjTmeixd93afAJ2vc~L97~QCu4QKZuuH1ekNh3f1d1slYYrjOEqYoiea1kRpThZ-VuwpSwJ98MAtMwlE4gNQ1uxdeh6ZAg~Ru9YOj6PQOOA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","David Catanzano, a private-sector manager, and Gary Daniels, a longtime local official and current state representative, appeared at a Granite Town Media “Meet the Selectmen” forum to discuss their bids for an open seat on the Milford Board of Selectmen.

Catanzano said he is running to bring private‑sector budgeting experience and greater availability to residents. “I bring honesty, loyalty, transparency,” Catanzano said, adding that his fiscal approach is to question recurring expenses and prioritize needs so taxpayers are not overburdened.

Daniels described a long record in local and state government and said he would use that experience to help the board balance services and taxpayer capacity. “As Milford grows, we’re challenged to maintain those aspects of the town that led us to make Milford our home,” Daniels said, urging residents to vote on March 11.

The two candidates answered questions on the selectmen’s role, which they described as the town’s oversight and budgeting body. The selectmen meet the second and fourth Monday of each month; a fifth‑Monday forum is held when that occurs. Selectmen serve three‑year terms and receive $2,500 annually ($3,000 for the chair), the candidates noted.

Both candidates emphasized availability and responsiveness. Catanzano said he would meet with residents and hold listening sessions; Daniels cited past work obtaining grants and coordinating services across local, county and state levels, including securing funding to dredge Osgood Pond and efforts to keep a full‑time DMV presence in Milford.

Both candidates asked residents to take part in the March 11 town election at the high school. The moderator noted Milford’s extended voting hours (6 a.m. to 8 p.m.) and reminded listeners that same‑day registration is available with appropriate identification.

The forum was hosted by Granite Town Media at Milford Town Hall. The seat the candidates seek is open following the retirement of current Selectman Tim Feynon.","At a Granite Town Media forum, candidates David Catanzano and Gary Daniels outlined backgrounds and priorities — emphasizing property taxes, transparency and resident access — and encouraged voters to turn out on March 11.","actionData","errors"]

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Candidates emphasize first responders, workforce training and downtown revitalization

Candidates debate taxes, paving warrants and future of 127 Elm Street rec building

Milford selectmen candidates present priorities and urge turnout ahead of March 11 vote