GOV Personnel Admin Affairs 9 9 2026

This was a meeting of the Nashua Board of Aldermen Personnel Administration Affairs Committee held on September 9, 2026. The meeting included a detailed discussion on the proposed increases to sewer use fees and charges, with presentations from the Public Works Director, wastewater facility staff, and consultants from Hazen and Sawyer. The committee reviewed the necessity of rate increases to cover capital improvement projects, regulatory compliance costs, and operational expenses related to the wastewater treatment facility. Proposed rate increases of 7% annually for 2027 through 2029 were justified by rising costs and the need to maintain a healthy wastewater fund balance. The committee also discussed challenges with unpaid sewer bills, enforcement mechanisms such as liens, and the impact of rate increases on residents. Additionally, there was significant debate regarding remote participation policies for public meetings, focusing on accommodations for individuals with disabilities and the legal implications of allowing Zoom access. The committee voted to table the ordinance related to remote participation to allow for further revision and discussion. Other agenda items included appointments to the Historic District Commission and Airport Authority, but no procurement-related decisions were made beyond the sewer rate discussion.