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Chichester NH News

April 29, 2009

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On Tuesday, May 5th at 7:00 the Chichester Town Library is holding a very exciting program. Kenneth Gloss, proprietor of Brattle Book Shop in Boston, will be on hand to talk with us about old and rare books, as well as appraise your literary treasures. Kenneth has appeared on the PBS series, Antique Roadshow.




Birthdays this week are: April 29 - Chris Poulin; April 30 - Joshua Stone; May 1 - Timothy Harris, and May 5 - Cecil White.




Chichester Grange will meet on Wednesday, May 6, at 7 p.m. upstairs in the Grange Hall. The Mother’s Day program will be presented by Carolee Davison. Ina Hilliard is in charge of refreshments. Final plans will be made for the Award’s Night on May 20. A Memorial Day observance for Chichester will also be discussed.




Here are some titles that have recently been added to the shelves of the Chichester Town Library: R Is for Ricochet by Sue Grafton (audio); The Mercedes Coffin by Faye Kellerman; Water Car, How to Turn Water into Hydrogen Fuel by James Robey; Black Elk Speaks (Audio); Crow Lake by Mary Lawson; Green Home Improvement
- 65 Projects That Will Cut Utility Bills, Protect Your Health and Help the Environment by Daniel D. Cheras, PhD; Pope John XXIII by Thomas Cahill; Kate & Allie - Season One (DVD); and The Founders’ Second Amendment Origins of the Right to Bear Arms by Stephen Pl Holbrook.



 

Alternate Members Needed Chichester Heritage Commission


On March 14th, 2009, the Town of Chichester voted by majority vote to accept warrant article #20 which stated, “To see if the Town will vote to establish a Heritage Commission in accordance with the provisions of RSA 673 and RSA 674 and to authorize the Selectmen to appoint a commission of seven members consisting of the following: two from the Conservation Commission, two from the Historical Society, two from the Planning Board, and one from the governing body, plus two citizens as alternate members.”


Names are now being accepted for alternate members. If interested, contact Lucille Noel at798-5709 or Lisa Stevens at 798-5350 by  Friday, May 8th.


A Heritage Commission member must be a resident of the town in which the commission has been established. Terms are for three years, with staggered initial terms. Members should be interested and able to understand, appreciate and promote the purpose of the Heritage Commission. Members having experience and interest in construction, architecture, local history, Preservation and restoration projects would help a commission in its charge to preserve community character.


Heritage Commission members are allowed by statute to serve on other boards and commissions at the same time as parallel service can add depth of information and enhance the decision making process. Commission duties and powers are set forth in RSA 674:44-b. The commission cannot extend its powers beyond those outlined in the statute.


The Chichester Heritage Commission is an advisory commission. It acts as a voice for protecting historical and cultural resources within the community. A heritage commission helps and advises other local boards and commissions, conducts survey work, educates the public concerning historical and cultural resources, and serve as a catalyst for revitalization and preservation efforts.

 


 

The Budget Process


By Rep. Sally Kelly
I want to give you an update on the state budget and explain the process.  I realize as we sit for hours at the State House, that what has become second nature to me today certainly wasn’t the case before I was elected!


The budget is initially created by the Governor and then presented to the House of Representatives.  It is then scrutinized over many long hours by members of the Finance and Ways and Means committees.  The Finance Committee reviews line by line all of the cost items and the Ways and Means does the same on the revenue side.  For the first time both committees traveled around the state to conduct public hearings to hear from those who are unable to travel to Concord. One of our own representatives, Rep. Frank Davis serves on Ways and Means and has spent extensive time as a member of this dedicated group.


The feedback was incorporated (along with yours who have communicated with us!) and the revised budget came to the full House for our examination, questions and votes.  I know from my e-mails, conventional mail and phone calls, your key concerns include: state retirement issues, the Disability Wait List, LCHIP and alternative means of revenue for the state.

 

This is a very difficult year for many of us regarding our own personal budgets as well as that of our state.  Due to extreme revenue shortfalls, significant cuts need to be made in the state budget.  Some issues like those regarding the health care for those who took early retirement from the state are only being suggested at this point for a 2 year period.  The House also revised this item from a flat rate to a percentage so those at the lowest side of the income scale will not pay as much as those at the top.  We also restored a portion of the funding to LCHIP and the Disability Wait List.  Many of you have suggested we impose either a sales or income tax.  Neither are in the current plan, primarily because the Governor has vowed to veto either proposal.


The budget is now in the hands of the Senate where it will go through a similar process that it went through in the House.  There is no guarantee that any of our changes will be part of the final budget.


After the full Senate vote, it returns to the House as a Committee of Conference, this is where Representatives of the House and the Senate sit down together to work out the differences between the two proposals.  Both the full House and the Senate then vote again and then it goes to the Governor for his signature.  This last step will most likely be happening in mid to late June since we adjourn on June 30th and reconvene at the beginning of January.


On behalf of Reps. Davis and Schuett, we appreciate your support and all of your communication with us.  Please, continue the stream of dialogue!


Respectfully yours,
Sally Kelly
63 Horse Corner Rd
798-5806

[email protected]

 


 

Out Of Your Attic Thrift Shop News

By Ruthi True
Spring


The daffodils have sprung up and the croci are out in my yard so I guess it really is Spring, finally. With Spring along come people at the thrift shop wanting garden items, whether it is a garden shovel, garden gloves or a bird bath. Everyone looks for items to make their yards look better. Little boys want trucks for the sand box while someone else wants the sandbox. Hikers start looking for backpacks, outdoor camping chairs and camping equipment. So if you have anything springy and are no longer in need of it, the thrift shop in Chichester will be glad to take it if it’s in good shape. One thing we DON’T WANT ARE OLD RUSTY BIKES left at the shop when we’re closed as it’s not fair to the other folks who rent space.


We are now working on birthday party kits for some of the local welfare offices so that during these economic times the kids still get to have a party since we found out that the economy has taken this away from some less fortunate families. As money allows, we try to do a number of things for the local communities.  When you help support us, we try to give back to our local folks.

April is volunteer month so go do your part at the library, nursing home, assisted living facility, local school, thrift shop, church, food pantry, homeless shelter. Perhaps help an elderly neighbor rake a lawn. There are so many ways to volunteer and you might find it gives you a great feeling.


Wish List This Week:
1) Animal carrier for Pittsfield lady.
2) Electric griddle for Barnstead lady.
3) Flour sifter
4) Scrabble game, adult version.

 


 

Letter To The Editor


Chichester residents, it’s time to pay attention to our lone-elected representative, Sally Kelly, who continues her irresponsible votes in Concord.


Most recently, Kelly voted for gay marriage, for medical marijuana, to repeal the death penalty, and for transgender rights. I take issue with Kelly’s votes and don’t believe they properly represent the majority of Chichester citizens.


Do Chichester citizens support changing the marriage definition that has existed for centuries and has ensured strong family and social growth? I’m talking about normal families with a man and woman who can have children, who should be encouraged, not a made-up definition that is being forced down society’s throats.


Do Chichester citizens support medicinal marijuana use, considering the AG and the Police Chiefs have described huge problems it will create when enforcing existing laws? With  all the legal  drugs available, is marijuana the only remedy? Or is this a step toward legalization, which will only increase the huge societal drug problems we already have?


Do Chichester citizens support repealing the death penalty for murderers like Addison, who shot Officer Briggs dead in cold blood? The AG and Police Chiefs support dissuading criminals from killing law enforcement, but Kelly knows better. As an attorney, I understand conviction concerns, but also realize that convicted murderers in death-penalty cases get more legal support than any other U.S. Citizen.


Do Chichester citizen support creating special protections for transgender people? Kelly supports creating a special status for this tiny special interest group, while continuing to whittle away at normal citizen’s rights, to even object to this sort of behavior.


Kelly may be a nice person, but it is time to separate being nice, from true leadership and proper representation.


J. Brandon Giuda
Chichester, NH

 


 

 

 

On Monday, March 30th, Chichester Central School recognized the students who demonstrate the five ideals of the National Junior Honor Society; Scholarship, Character, Service, Citizenship, and Leadership. This was the first induction ceremony held at Chichester Central School and the following students were inducted into the chapter: Meredith Marshall, Hayley Chevrette, Dyllan Dupont, Jessica Bonacorsi, Miranda McCrea, Megan Morey, Abigail Pickney, Suzanne Fraher, Jordan Dahl, Kara Dugas, Delaney Poirier, Justin Banks, Larissa Amour, Marissa Bates, Kasey Lee Williams,  and Lyla Boyajian. The Chichester Chapter for the NJHS, along with Student Council, have planned their first service project; Raising money for The Merrimack Rock ‘n Race to benefit the Payson Center for Cancer Care at Concord Hospital.

 


Obituaries


 

Paul L. Bruillard Jr.


Chichester - Paul L. Bruillard Jr., 72, died Wednesday, April 22, 2009, at Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association Hospice House in Concord.


Born in Waltham, Mass., he was the son of Paul L. Sr. and Mildred (Finn) Bruillard.


Mr. Bruillard worked as a truck driver for Poultry Products in Hooksett for many years. He also worked at Banks Chevrolet and Bering Lock & Safe in Concord.


He enjoyed camping, and spending time with family and friends. He also enjoyed hunting, playing hockey, attending fairs, and playing with his two dogs, Rusty and Tramp. He was a member of the Belmont Snow Machine Club.


Survivors include his son Alan Aiken and his wife, Jennifer, of Concord; four daughters, Juanita Sabean of Concord, Valerie Watterson and her companion, Gene Barriault, of Pembroke, Teresa Currier and her husband, William, of Sarasota, Fla., and Linda Morreale and her husband, Edward, of Laconia; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.


He was predeceased by his wife, Violet Bruillard, in 2007, and his son Paul L. Bruillard II.


A funeral service was held Monday, April 27, 2009,  at the Bennett Funeral Home, Concord.


Burial took place at the  Soucook Cemetery in Concord.


Bennett Funeral Home of Concord was in charge of arrangements.

 


 

 

 











 
 

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