Town of Salem, NH

Town of Salem, NH The Official page of the Town of Salem, New Hampshire It's a combination that will serve as a guide to prosperity well into the new century.

The Salem town seal, with its motto, "Industry, Commerce, Recreation," serves as a perfect backdrop for the community's unique assets - location, accessibility, unspoiled natural resources and a pro-business attitude. Salem mixes small town, rural living with the advantages offered by a city. Add to that being located in "the most livable" state in the country, one of the most favorable business c

limates anywhere, easy access to Boston (not to mention the entire Northeast and Canada) and an educated, highly motivated and dedicated workforce and you have the ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. But don't take our word for it - come visit and talk with those who have already discovered the benefits for themselves.

The May 2026 Department Updates are now available. Here’s a snapshot of what’s been happening across Town departments:🏠A...
06/17/2026

The May 2026 Department Updates are now available. Here’s a snapshot of what’s been happening across Town departments:

🏠Assessing: The department processed a multitude of deeds this month, as well as taking in multiple exemption applications.

💲Collections: The absentee ballot applications are now available for the State General and Primary elections in September & November.

🌻Community Development: Work on the Lead Service Line Inventory continued as we processed and addressed feedback from NH DES that required additional research to improve documentation of material statuses.

🎊Community Services: The department continues to provide meaningful programs, events, and services that enrich the lives of Salem residents of all ages.

⚙Engineering Division: The prime contractor E.D. Swett Inc. continues to work on the Bridge Street bridge reconstruction project. Excavation continued for the bridge footings.

📉Finance: The department has begun the FY2027 budget development process.

🚒Fire Department: The department provided mutual aid assistance to the City of Lowell, MA during a six-alarm fire incident.

👥Human Resources: Todd Welch was selected as Employee of the Month for June 2026.

🤝Human Services: May was a busier month for the department and almost doubles and resources given increased dramatically.

🖥Information Technology: The department held it's recurring meeting with all IT vendors to build out the infrastructure for the new PD.

🗓Planning Division: Request for qualifications (RFQ) are being posted this month.

🚔Police Department: K9 Dash will retire in mid-June.

🚧Public Works: The month of May was prime grass growing weather. The streets and shops division were busy trying to keep up with the town-maintained properties grass cutting.

🎥SCTV: The department partnered with the Salem Historical Society to resume the monthly Film Festival at the Museum.

🛠Utilities Division: The division repaired 1 water main break, 220 dig safe mark outs, repaired 4 hydrants, 6 service inspections, and paved several break holes.

🔗The complete May 2026 Department Updates report is available here:
https://www.salemnh.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7193/May-Department-Report

06/17/2026

Salem, NH Community Services Department has a vibrant and active Recreation Department. Rec Coordinator, Juliann Isabelle-Lanzillo describes some of the new exciting events being held this summer along with returning favorites.
https://salem.cablecast.tv/internetchannel/show/19720?site=1

Behind every well-documented board and committee meeting are the dedicated recording secretaries who help keep our commu...
06/17/2026

Behind every well-documented board and committee meeting are the dedicated recording secretaries who help keep our community informed.

The Town of Salem would like to recognize Jeremiah Lamson and Jennifer Hernandez for their hard work preparing accurate meeting minutes and supporting the important work of our boards and committees.

Thank you, Jeremiah and Jennifer, for your commitment, attention to detail, and service to our community!

How much does Tuscan Village actually contribute to Salem's taxes and what does it mean for your tax bill? We've put tog...
06/16/2026

How much does Tuscan Village actually contribute to Salem's taxes and what does it mean for your tax bill? We've put together a full presentation breaking it all down. Here are a few highlights:

💰 Tuscan Village generated $9.87 million in property taxes in 2025 about 7.3% of Salem's entire tax levy, from one corridor on Route 28.

📈 That number has grown 85% since 2022, and several major properties (including Whole Foods) are still ramping up to full value.

🏠 Without Tuscan, the median Salem homeowner would pay an estimated $675 more per year. Tuscan isn't lowering your tax bill it's helping keep it from rising even more.

🏗️ Tuscan has also paid $10.3 million in one-time impact fees for roads, public safety, schools, and recreation

We know residents have questions about why taxes haven't gone down given this growth and we tackle that head-on in the presentation.

👉 View the full report on our website: https://www.salemnh.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7194/Tuscan-Tax-Impact-2026

Here are a few highlights from the June 15, 2026, Town Manager’s Report:🚓Police Department Staffing & Recruitment: The S...
06/16/2026

Here are a few highlights from the June 15, 2026, Town Manager’s Report:

🚓Police Department Staffing & Recruitment: The Salem Police Department is now fully staffed at its authorized strength of 70 sworn officers.

💵Understanding Your Tax Dollars: A new resource has been introduced on the Town’s website to assist residents in understanding the Town’s budget and the allocation of their tax dollars.

🚲Salem Bike-Ped Corridor: The Municipal Services Department recently installed a new informational kiosk along the Salem Bike-Ped Corridor at Hampshire Road.

🔗To learn more, you can view the full Town Manager’s Report here:
https://www.salemnh.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7192/June-15-2026---Town-Managers-Report

Heads up, Salem! Town Hall and the Ingram Senior Center will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Junete...
06/15/2026

Heads up, Salem! Town Hall and the Ingram Senior Center will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

Regular business hours will resume on Monday, June 22, 2026.

Town Council Meeting tonight at 7:00 pm at Salem High SchoolOn the agenda:🔘Employee of the month recognition 🔘Second Rea...
06/15/2026

Town Council Meeting tonight at 7:00 pm at Salem High School

On the agenda:
🔘Employee of the month recognition

🔘Second Read/Adoption: Resolution No. 2026-11 - Assistant Town Manager - Consider Outside Human Services Agencies Funding Policy

🔘First Read/Waiver: Resolution No. 2026-12 - Assistant Town Manager - Consider Transfer Station Fundraising policy

🔘New Business:
a. Police Department - Announce Retirement of K9 Dash and Authorize Release of Dog to K9 Officer Paul Benoit
b. Community Development Department - Consider Request of Conservation Commission to Acquire Land off Norwood Road
c. Municipal Services Department - Transfer Station Study Committee Update
d. Consider Request for Waiver of SMC 477 (Water), Section 14 Requiring Installation of a Well for Irrigation System at New Police Department Facility
e. Tuscan Village Tax Impact Report
f. Town Manger's Report/Questions from the Council

🔘Old Business/Tabled and Pending

For a complete agenda follow this link:
https://www.salemnh.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06152026-1746

Here’s a look at the articles published on Town Hall Times this week. If you missed anything, you can catch up below:🏛️ ...
06/13/2026

Here’s a look at the articles published on Town Hall Times this week. If you missed anything, you can catch up below:

🏛️ What You Missed at the June 1, 2026, Town Council Meeting
https://news.salemnh.gov/what-you-missed-at-the-june-1-2026-town-council-meeting/

🗳️Voter Registration Sessions Scheduled for June 20 and August 12, 2026
https://news.salemnh.gov/voter-registration-sessions-scheduled-for-june-20-and-august-12-2026/

🌻SAWC Celebrates a Year of Community Giving and Centennial Milestones - June 2026
https://news.salemnh.gov/sawc-celebrates-a-year-of-community-giving-and-centennial-milestones-june-2026/

🏡Town-Wide Yard Sale - June 13, 2026
https://news.salemnh.gov/town-wide-yard-sale-june-13-2026/

🎊🎇Salem Community Services Announces America's 250 Events and Activities – June 2026
https://news.salemnh.gov/salem-community-services-announces-americas-250-events-and-activities-june-2026/

⚠ Brady Avenue Milling and Paving Work to Begin June 15, 2026
https://news.salemnh.gov/brady-avenue-milling-and-paving-work-to-begin-june-15-2026/

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Here are a few highlights from the June 1, 2026, Town Manager’s Report:📅2026 Property Tax Bills: The Town of Salem will ...
06/10/2026

Here are a few highlights from the June 1, 2026, Town Manager’s Report:

📅2026 Property Tax Bills: The Town of Salem will be mailing the first installment of the 2026 property tax bills by the end of May. Payments are due on or before July 1, 2026.

🏞 Hedgehog Park Opening Delayed: The opening of Hedgehog Park for the 2026 season has been delayed until Saturday, June 20, 2026, to allow remaining construction, safety, and operational items to be completed prior to welcoming the public.

🏡Town-Wide Yard Sale: The community services department will host the annual Salem Town-Wide Yard sale on Saturday, June 13, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, rain or shine.

🔗To learn more, you can view the full Town Manager’s Report here:
https://www.salemnh.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7180/-June-1-2026---Town-Managers-Report-

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