2012 Town Meeting

This annual event is, as they say, "in the Record Books."  Approximately 150 attended the Legislative Session; approximately 130 voted.  The Cogswell Springs Water Works sponsored bond article (Article #6) passed.  Several articles received attention and vigorous discussion.  Article 9 (approved placement of conservation easements on four lots and the payment of costs by the Conservation Commission) drew the most discussion.  Some wanted the lots sold by auction rather than to create the conservation easements.  Article 16 (purchase of a used front end loader for the Highway Department) was successfully amended to add $20,000 to the appropriation and to instruct the purchase of a new piece of equipment instead.  The Energy Committee put forward a successful amendment to Article 13 that reduced the amount appropriated to $32,000 to cover improving the "envelope" without purchasing a wood pellet fired boiler at this time.  This allows refinement of the boiler costs to reflect the bids received (rejected by the Selectmen upon the recommendation of the Energy Committee) just prior to Town Meeting.  The Town will soon have a part-time Recreation Director, the position funded by private donations and funds in the Recreation Revolving Fund.

The Legislative Body (the voters at Town Meeting) gave us direction for the year ahead.  The Board of Selectmen as the Executive Body and the Henniker staff members, the Water Commissioners, the Tucker Free Library Trustees and all the other elected and appointed Town officials will now work to make that direction happen.  Soon staff will begin the process of preparing for the 2013 Town Meeting. 

Charles "Chuck" E. Connell

Town Administrator

Water Department Spring Work

Town meeting is over and it is time to get to work. The water department personnel has already begun the work on repairing the Depot Hill Water Storage Tank. The improvements to the roadway is the first step and Natgun Tank systems is working on their start date for the work on the tank itself.

The materials have been ordered for the water main replacement on Western Avenue and as soon as we have a delivery date for them the contractor will be scheduled to begin the project. It is anticipated that the project will take approximately one month to complete depending on the weather and what is encountered in the ground when we dig. During the construction there will be some water interruptions for short periods of time.

In keeping in compliance with the NH Department of Environmental Services Cross Connection Control Regulations, the water department  personnel will be conducting on-site inspections of water users to make sure that they have the proper backflow device in place in case of a backsiphonage situation. 

If you have any questions on any of these projects, please call the Cogswell Spring Water Works office at 428-3237.

Norman Bumford, Superintendent   

Cogswell Spring Water Works

Annual Cat & Dog Rabies Clinic

Saturday, April 14, 2012

The Henniker Rotary Club announces its 23rd Annual Dog & Cat Rabies Clinic, Saturday, April 14, 2012 at the Henniker Fire Station on Maple Street  2:00 - 4:00 PM.  Cost is $12.00.  The Town Clerk will be on hand to license all residents' dogs for 2012.  If you already have a rabies certificate, be sure to bring it with you!  

Vaccinations will be administered by The Henniker Veterinary Hospital.  A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Concord Merrimack County SPCA. 

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From the Community Center Activities Committee

Zumba! 

• Dee Westgate, Instructor (603) 496-1786 or Deewestgate0313@gmail.com
• Thursdays for 6 weeks, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
• $36.00 or drop in rate of $8.00
• Start date April 12, 2012 - May 17, 2012 (may continue after this if enough interest)
• Sponsored by the Henniker Community Center Activities Committee  

"This invigorating dance-fitness party will have you movin', rockin' and shakin' the weight off" (from www.zumbafitness.com). 

Archery!  

• Beginner / Family - Introduction to Olympic Archery
• 4-week Program on Monday Nights
• Mondays April 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th, 2012   4:00pm - 5:00pm
• Cost $55 per person    Age 8 years and up
• Location is Community Park, 57 Main Street (rain location will be inside the Community Center)
• Sponsored by the Henniker Community Center Activities Committee 

This class is for children and adults who are new to archery and competition. Form and safety will be emphasized. Participants will enjoy fun games, learn about scoring and have fun with balloons. Equipment is provided or bring your own (for approval by instructor).  No experience required.  To pre-register contact Lucy at Lucy@nearchery.com   603-674-2845.  Space is limited.  www.nearchery.com 

Military Display for Memorial Day

We have started work on this year's display and are looking for new or updated information.  If you have a family member who has been, or currently is in the military, and you would like to honor them at this event, please submit a picture and text soon. Each honoree gets an 8.5"x11" plastic sleeve with their service information.

Please contact any committee member to submit your military service information; Dawn Nelson, MaryEllen Schule 428-7506, Martha Taylor, Gail Abramowicz, Dolly Hess, Lori Marko, or Pat St. Laurence 428-3907.

Information may also be dropped off at Town Hall or White Birch Community Center. Look for the drop-off box at these locations.

Certainly, if you are interested in helping with this year's event, in any way, please contact a member or stop in at our next meeting, scheduled for April 10, at 6:00 p.m. at the Community Center. Memory Stars will also be available for a $1.00 donation. These are paper stars that you can write a name or sentiment that will then be on display.   

If we don't see you before, we hope to see you then at the 2012 Memorial Day Parade and Veterans Display on Monday, May 28 at the Community Center building. 

Comedian Show to Crush Cancer

Pats Peak, April 14th

Four Boston Comedians are coming to Pats Peak to CRUSH CANCER on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 7pm.  Tickets are $20 or two for $35.  For advance ticket purchase email comedycrushescancer@hotmail.com or call (603) 428-3360.   All proceeds to benefit the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, Relay for Life.

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Fisher Cats Summer Game

Fundraiser for Youth Athletics

The Henniker Youth Athletics' Fundraising Committee is excited to announce a new fundraiser for 2012! We have teamed up with the NH Fisher Cats Baseball League! We earn money on every ticket sold! 

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Music on Main Street will be held on

SATURDAY, SEPT. 29th 9am to 4pm

Right now our S.H.O.T. group is in the early stages of planning out this event.  If you are interested in becoming a vendor or would like to showcase your band, please write to us at shot@tds.net.

Senior Center Happenings

at White Birch Community Center

Monthly Movies at WBCC senior meeting room 

• Tuesday April 3rd   1:30  Mao's Last Dancer
• Tuesday April 10th 1:30  Broadway Danny Rose
• Tuesday April 17th 1:30 Cleopatra
• THURSDAY  April 26th  1:30 Sid Caesar

The April Senior Luncheon, sponsored by Harvester Market, will be Monday April  9th at 12:00 Noon at the Henniker Congregational Church.  Come and enjoy ham, rice, green beans, rasin sauce, rolls and dessert.  *Suggested donation is $4.00.  Rreservations are required by Tuesday April 3rd by calling 428-7860.

Monday April 16th trip to Wal-Mart   Bus leaves from Henniker Community Center parking lot at 10 A.M.  Cost of transportation is $5.00. Register by April 12th by calling 428-7860.

Monday April 16th -  The Reality of Arthristic: Tips on Self-Managing Your Condition  Contact Heather or MaryEllen at 428-3077

Tuesday Lunch-and-Learn on Tuesday April 17th at 11 A.M.  Cost is $4.00 for lunch.  Contact MaryEllen or Heather 428-3077