NHCOG reports asset sales, audit filed and Safe Streets grant acceptance

Rob, NHCOG's executive director, updated the council on administrative and finance items: several public-works assets (two asphalt recyclers and straw blowers) were sold and proceeds will go back into the public‑works maintenance and rental fund. Rob and staff discussed retaining one catch-basin cleaner and reallocating proceeds to cover maintenance costs.

Staff reported that the maintenance and rental fund balance was approximately $482,000. The executive director also said staff will identify new assets for potential acquisition and review sourcing and vendor costs before any purchases are brought back to the council.

Ann Marie reported that the annual audit had been filed with the state shortly before the meeting and that there were no findings. She also said roughly 50% of operating income had been received so far and that quarterly grant draws will raise that proportion.

Eric announced NHCOG’s Safe Streets for All safety action plan grant had been accepted by Federal Highway Administration; staff will begin the federal grant process and provide details as they become available. Rob also noted Eversource representatives will present at the March meeting to discuss energy provision frameworks and public benefits.

Procedurally, a motion to accept the previous meeting minutes was moved and seconded and recorded as unanimous; the council also moved and seconded to accept the monthly financials after Ann Marie’s presentation and no opposition was recorded.

The council agreed to hold February and March meetings fully remote to avoid weather-related disruptions and set the next regular meeting date.