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Hampton Select Board appoints Kristi Pulliam acting town manager and agrees to revisit trash policy
Summary
Town Manager Jamie Sullivan asked the board to appoint Finance Director Kristi Pulliam as acting town manager during his absence; the board approved the appointment 5-0 and agreed to revisit the town’s trash policy after a discussion about public concerns.
At its March 9 meeting, the Hampton Select Board voted unanimously to appoint Finance Director Kristi Pulliam as acting town manager during Town Manager Jamie Sullivan’s absence.
Sullivan made the request and said the appointment was needed to cover his duties while he is away. Sel. Amy Hansen moved to appoint Pulliam and Sel. Charles Rage seconded; the motion passed 5-0-0.
Afterward Sel. Rage suggested the new board consider changing how the town responds to issues raised in public comment, including clarifying when town counsel has advised that the board lacks authority to act. He suggested forming a committee to revisit the trash policy to address lingering citizen concerns. The board’s consensus was to revisit the trash policy and accept that citizens may request appointments to appear before the board.
Why it matters: The temporary appointment ensures continuity of town management, and the board’s decision to revisit the trash policy signals continued attention to a contentious local issue that has prompted litigation and public comment.
What’s next: Pulliam will serve as acting town manager as needed; the board plans to revisit the trash policy and may consider a committee or other steps at a future meeting.
