Middleton NH Fiscal Times

02/22/2024

Middleton Police Chief

The Town of Middleton, New Hampshire (population approx. 1800) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of police chief. Located along the ME- NH border, this rural community is just minutes from the lake’s region and 40 minutes from the seacoast.

The Police Department has an authorized strength of 3 full-time officers including the chief, several part-time officers, and a part-time administrative assistant. The operating budget is approximately $305,000. The Chief is expected to perform all the usual management and administrative duties of the position but given the size of the department is expected to assume the responsibilities as a first responder.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or higher in a related field, eight years of progressively responsible management and police experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience to demonstrate success in the position. Salary range is up to $85,000; starting salary commensurate with qualifications.
Middleton is an equal opportunity employer.

For further information potential candidates are directed to the selectmen’s secretary at [email protected] at 603-473-5202.

To apply submit a resume and cover letter, in confidence, as a PDF attachment to [email protected], posting will remain open until position is filled.

11/28/2023

The BOS has set the tax rate - $15.04, at their meeting tonight. Plus $0.41 if you live in the lake land district.

07/23/2023

Middleton NOW HIRING:
Deputy Town Clerk/Tax Collector

The Middleton Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s office is accepting Resumes for the position of Deputy Town Clerk/ Tax Collector. The responsibilities include: providing citizens with accurate and vital information, as well as an accurate accounting of revenues collected. The position requires an understanding of applicable state laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to a town clerk/tax collector. Specific duties required in assisting the Town Clerk/Tax Collector:

Registration and titling of motor vehicles, boats and off road vehicles.
Accepting and applying payments for property taxes. Leining, deeding and property title searches.
Vital Records administration including processing marriage licenses, birth and death certificates.
Maintaining town records and other documents in need of safekeeping or of historical value.
Assisting with voter registration and other election related business such as processing of absentee ballots.
Acts as a key front end resource to residents and businesses in resolving questions and direction to other town departments.
Preparing daily financial reports and deposits
Performs other duties as assigned.
Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented a must
Ability to work confidently and independently
A High School Diploma or equivalent is the minimum qualification, however, an ideal candidate would have a familiarity with MAAP, NHVRIN, ElectioNet, NH Fish & Game, Avitar Clerk, and Tax Collect. This is a part-time position. The position works 8-16 hours per week. Hourly wage is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and three references to [email protected] or mail to Town of Middleton, Attn: Town Clerk, 182 Kings Highway, Middleton, NH 03887.

05/16/2023

04/10/2023

Upcoming Meetings

Board Of Selectmen Meeting

Non-Public Session
Monday April 10, 2023
6:00 PM

Board Of Selectmen Meeting

Monday April 10, 2023
6:30 PM
Old Town Hall

Conservation Committee Meeting

Tuesday April 11, 2023
6:30 PM
Old Town Hall

School Board Meeting

Wednesday April 12, 2023
6:00 PM
Middleton Elementary School

Planning Board Meeting

Thursday April 13, 2023
6:30 PM
Old Town Hall

03/23/2023

Middleton Budget Committee meeting tonight (3/23/23) at 6:00pm

03/19/2023

57 registered voters turned out yesterday for Middleton’s annual town meeting. 57 people decided the acceptance, modification or disapproval of the warrant articles presented. Guessing there shouldn’t be anyone displeased with their tax bills come July and December.

03/17/2023

Reminder that Town Meeting is tomorrow morning (3/18/23) at 9:00am. The meeting will be held at the school. This meeting is to discuss, approve, amend or disapprove all municipal budgets as well as special warrant articles.

03/15/2023

Results are in. Congratulations to all.

03/12/2023

Tuesday is voting day. Polls will be open 7-7.

MIDDLETON NH
ALL CANDIDATES

VOTING DAY
TUESDAY MARCH 14, 2023
7AM - 7 PM
OLD TOWN HALL

3 YR SELECTMEN
Daniel Saliga - Ballot
Christine Maynard - Ballot
Tracy Donovan Laviolette - Write In
Tim Cremmen - Write In

2 YR SELECTMEN
David Dufresne - Ballot
Mike Green - Write In

1 YR SELECTMEN
Scott Ferguson - Ballot

TOWN CLERK/TAX COLLECTOR
Roy Parece - Ballot
Theresa Jones - Ballot
Melanie June -Ballot
Wanda Rawlinson - Write In

SCHOOL BOARD 3YR
Ken Garry - Ballot

SUPERVISOR OF THE CHECKLIST 1 YR
Linda Adamo - Ballot
Bonnie Parker Gagnon -Write In

SUPERVISOR OF THE CHECKLIST 5 YR
Linda Adamo -Write In

BUDGET COMMITTEE 3YR
Janelle Guarino -Write In
Kathleen McKinlay Blaney -Write In

BUDGET COMMITTEE 2YR
Sierra Pawnell - Write In

TRUSTEE OF THE TRUST FUND 3YR
Janet Kalar - Ballot