Council appoints developer to planning board after contested 4–3 vote
After an extended interview and heated exchanges about vetting and development practices, Portsmouth’s council appointed Mr. Rigo to the planning board on a 4–3 vote. The nominee emphasized transparency and closer vendor scrutiny; accusations of paybacks were raised and denied during questioning.
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The Portsmouth Town Council voted 4–3 to appoint Mr. Rigo to a vacant seat on the planning board after a lengthy interview and debate about vetting, development density and board oversight.
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