2026-09-24 Strafford County Commissioners Meeting

The Strafford County Commissioners held a meeting on September 24, 2026, which included a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant planning grant awarded to Strafford County and subgranted to St. Anselm's College. The grant, up to $750,000 annually, supports outreach and engagement with hard-to-reach populations regarding housing issues. The grant administrator reported that approximately $6,474 has been spent to date, with $13,526 remaining, and the project is on budget and on track to meet its December 31st completion date. Additionally, the commissioners approved a bid waiver for the purchase of a used 2019 fleet cruiser for $2,800 to replace aging vehicles, with funds available in the new equipment budget. The meeting also included updates on upcoming site visits related to a North Country grant and a brief budget status report indicating the county's finances are in good shape.