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Heritage Commission pushes phased $17,000 survey of historic properties
Summary
The Heritage Commission asked the Selectmen to consider a $17,000 survey of historic resources, which could be phased and incorporated into a Master Plan revision; preservation consultant Raegan Ruedig said work could be divided to reduce upfront costs.
Beverly Mutrie, speaking for the Heritage Commission, presented a proposal and supporting letter from the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance for a survey of historic resources. Mutrie cited the 2019 Master Plan language that recommends the Heritage Commission "develop and maintain an inventory of all public and private landmarks including area sites and historic structures."
Todd Santora, Planning Board chair, said the Master Plan revision will begin with housing to satisfy a HOP grant and that the historic survey could be phased over two to three years. Raegan Ruedig, the preservation consultant noted in the guest list, described deliverables including a town history summary, property descriptions, maps and photos and said the work "can be divided up over time to minimize costs." The initial quote discussed to the board was $17,000; Selectmen asked for refinements and suggested educating residents through a warrant article if needed.
