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Votes at a glance: Bedford Conservation Commission, May 26, 2026
Summary
The Commission approved routine minutes, voted unanimously to send comments to NHDES on Potter Properties’ wetland permit, voted unanimously to advise the Planning Board that it does not recommend approval of the project, and selected a contractor for Pulpit Rock.
Key actions taken during the Bedford Conservation Commission meeting on May 26, 2026:
- Approval of minutes: The Commission approved the April 28, 2026 public meeting minutes (motion by Diana Szumiesz, second Jim Murray; vote 7‑0), April 28 nonpublic meeting minutes (motion by Vice Chair Joanne Smith; vote 7‑0), and May 7 site walk minutes (motion by Jim Murray; vote 7‑0).
- NHDES comments: The Commission voted 7‑0 to submit comments and recommendations to the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services on Potter Properties LLC’s application to fill 6,875 sq ft of wetlands for a proposed 15‑lot subdivision at 410 Wallace Road (motion by Vice Chair Smith). Staff will refine language addressing Lot 5 and long‑term stewardship before filing the letter.
- Advisory position to Planning Board: The Commission voted 7‑0 to not recommend the proposed Potter Properties subdivision to the Planning Board, citing outstanding state review, Lot 5’s westward extension of impacts, and cumulative concerns for water quality and biodiversity; the motion included suggested conditions such as no‑cut deed restrictions and a conservation easement on Lot 5.
- Pulpit Rock contract: The Commission selected Tulip Trails as the preferred bidder for the grant‑funded Pulpit Rock viewing platform (motion by Vice Chair Smith; second Laura Fahey; vote 7‑0).
- Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.; next meeting scheduled for June 23, 2026.
These votes are advisory for the Planning Board and state reviewers in the Potter Properties matter; the Hydrologic and ecological reviews by NHDES and Fish & Game continue.
