Feb 22, 2012

Authorize to hold a Public Hearing with respect to the financing of a loan to W.H. Silverstein, Inc., for a project located in Claremont, NH. Action will authorize a Resolution under RSA 162-A:18 to determine the financing will serve a public use, provide public benefit and is within the policy and

Authorize to amend a sole source contract with Strafford County Community Action Committee Inc., Dover, NH (originally approved by G&C on 9-28-11, item #5), for the repair or replacement of malfunctioning heating systems in low-income households receiving Weatherization services, by increasing the c

Authorize to amend item #5, approved by G&C on March 30, 2011, by reallocating ARRA funding for Weatherization between expenditure classes in the amount of $49,681, and by extending the date of the grant from March 31, 2012 to September 30, 2012. 100% Federal Funds (ARRA Weatherization). Contingent

Authorize to accept and place on file the Annual Report for the period of July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011.

Authorize to accept and expend $880,922 in SFY2012 of additional other funds available from the Department of Health and Human Services for the procurement of information technology hardware, software, consultants and the establishment of Class 026-Organizational Dues. Effective upon G&C approval th

Authorize the nomination of Captain James L. Pappaioanou, Bow, NH, for promotion to the rank of Major, NH Army National Guard. This Officer meets all prerequisites for this grade, having been found to be physically, mentally, and professionally qualified.

Authorize the nomination of Captain Nelson A. Abreu, Marston Mills, MA, for promotion to the rank of Major, NH Air National Guard. This Officer meets all prerequisites for this grade, having been found to be physically, mentally, morally, and professionally qualified.

Authorize the nomination of Captain Nelson A. Abreu, Marston Mills, MA, for promotion to the rank of Major, NH Air National Guard. This Officer meets all prerequisites for this grade, having been found to be physically, mentally, morally, and professionally qualified.

TABLED – The Governor and Council on motion of Councilor St. Hilaire, seconded by Councilor Wieczorek, voted to table the request of the Bureau of Court Facilities to enter into a lease agreement with the Lake Sunapee Group, Newport, NH, providing 4,191 square feet of courtroom and office space for

TABLED – The Governor and Council on motion of Councilor St. Hilaire, seconded by Councilor Wieczorek, voted to table the request of the Bureau of Court Facilities to enter into a lease agreement with the Lake Sunapee Group, Newport, NH, providing 4,191 square feet of courtroom and office space for

Authorize the confirmation of Jeffrey S. Chang, Concord, NH, to the rank of Major, NH Army National Guard.

Authorize the confirmation of Major Jason R. Denton, Stratham, NH, for promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, NH Air National Guard.

Authorize the confirmation of Captain Christine L.B. Banks, Wells, ME, for promotion to the rank of Major, NH Air National Guard.

Authorize that $280,548,200 be lapsed from the Working Capital Warrant for the months of October (12- 4), November (12-5), and December (12-6). (2)Further authorize a Working Capital Warrant in the amount of $500,000,000 to cover expenditures for the month of March.

Authorize the Bureau of General Services to pay for emergency repairs and testing to the HVAC equipment, fire alarm and suppression systems that were performed as a result of the failed heating plant serving the State Laboratory and Core offices at 29 Hazen Drive during the week of January 16, 2012,

Authorize the Bureau of Public Works Design and Construction to enter into a contract with Stallion Builders LLC, Nashua, NH, for the Bathroom/Shower Renovations Rebid, Department of Corrections, Concord, NH, for a total price not to exceed $153,247. Effective upon G&C approval through August 31, 20

Authorize to issue a warrant from funds not otherwise appropriated in the amount of $120,489, and the State Treasurer to issue checks in the amount of $120,488.01 to the rightful owners of abandoned or unclaimed funds.

TABLED – The Governor and Council on motion of Councilor Wheeler, seconded by Councilor Sununu, voted to table the request to enter into a memorandum of understanding with the NH Department of Resources and Economic Development, to continue a marketing project uniting NH agriculture with tourism mar

Authorize to exercise the option to extend a lease agreement with Key Road Associates, (originally approved by G&C on 6-17-09, item #45), for rental of 4,800 square feet of office space, Keene, NH, for the full term of the extension, at an additional cost of $115,104. Effective August 1, 2012 throug

Authorize to enter into a contract with Kobo Utility Construction Corporation, Sandwich, MA, to purchase and install a commercial generator at NHES’s Nashua office building, in the amount of $108,792. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2012. 91% Federal, 9% Demand Response/Energy Effic

Authorize to accept and place on file the Annual Report for the period of July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011.

Authorize to amend a sole source agreement with Absolute Data Destruction, Goffstown, NH, (originally approved by G&C on 6-26-02, item #129), by extending the end date from June 30, 2012 to June 30, 2017. No Additional Funding. 40% Federal, 60% General Funds.

Authorize to enter into a retroactive contract with Southern NH Services Inc., Manchester, NH, to provide direct services to NH refugees, in the amount not to exceed $30,000. Effective October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2012. 100% Federal Funds.

Authorize to enter into a retroactive contract with Somali Development Center Inc., Jamaica Plain, MA, to provide direct services to NH refugees, in the amount not to exceed $78,200. Effective October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2012. 100% Federal Funds.

Authorize to enter into a retroactive contract with Lutheran Community Services Inc., Concord, NH, to provide direct services to NH refugees, in the amount not to exceed $170,900. Effective October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2012. 100% Federal Funds.

Authorize to enter into a retroactive contract with International Institute of Boston Inc., Boston, MA, to provide direct services to NH refugees, in the amount not to exceed $170,900. Effective October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2012. 100% Federal Funds. 4 Division of Public Health Services

Authorize the Bureau of Infectious Disease Control, to enter into a grant agreement with Valley Regional Hospital Inc., Claremont, NH, under which the Division of Public Health Services will provide two portable ventilators and necessary accessories valued at $13,980 to enhance respiratory medical c

Authorize to enter into a retroactive contract renewal option with First Congregational Church, Concord, NH, (originally approved by G&C on 7-13-11, item #96B), to provide services to homeless individuals, in an amount not to exceed $13,832. Effective January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. 100%

Authorize to make a retroactive one-time payment from SFY12 funds to Southeastern NH Services, Dover, NH, in the amount of $26,486.96 for residential services delivered during March 2009. 100% Federal Funds.

Authorize to amend an agreement with Headrest Inc., Lebanon, NH, (originally approved by G&C on 6-23- 10, item #132), to provide substance abuse treatment services, by decreasing the price by $24,112 from $551,124 to an amount not to exceed $527,012. Effective upon G&C approval. 100% Federal Funds.

Authorize to amend an agreement with Horizons Counseling Center Inc., Gilford, NH, (originally approved by G&C on 6-23-10, item #134A), to provide substance abuse treatment services, by decreasing the price by $54,692 from $524,892 to an amount not to exceed $470,200. (2)Further authorize to amend a

Authorize to amend an agreement with Child and Family Services of NH, Manchester, NH (originally approved by G&C on 6-23-10, item #134), to provide substance abuse treatment services, by decreasing the price by $8,324 from $190,254 to an amount not to exceed $181,930. Effective upon G&C approval. 10

Authorize to amend an agreement with Grafton County, North Haverhill, NH (originally approved by G&C on 6-23-10, item #132), to provide substance abuse treatment services, by decreasing the price by $6,656 from $152,134 to an amount not to exceed $145,478. Effective upon G&C approval. 100% General F

Authorize to amend an agreement with Families In Transition, Manchester, NH (originally approved by G&C on 6-23-10, item #132), to provide substance abuse treatment services, by decreasing the price by $31,886 from $728,832 to an amount not to exceed $696,946. Effective upon G&C approval. 41% Federa

Authorize to amend an agreement with National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence/Greater Manchester, Manchester, NH (originally approved by G&C on 6-23-10, item #134), to provide substance abuse treatment services, by decreasing the price by $41,470 from $947,876 to an amount not to exceed $9

Authorize to accept and place on file the reports that for calendar year 2011, two existing mining permits remain in effect, and in good standing. No other mining applications were accepted or rejected during this period. #39 Authorize the Office of Workforce Opportunity to amend a contract with Gra

Authorize the Office of Workforce Opportunity to amend a contract with White Mountain Community College, Berlin, NH, (originally approved by G&C on 3-10-10, item #59, in the amount of $118,683), to implement two innovative workforce development projects, by extending the end date from February 28, 2

Authorize the Division of Forests and Lands to purchase approximately 344 acres of undeveloped forestland abutting Nash Stream Forest in the Town of Columbia, NH from Allen Bouthillier and Gregory Stone, in the amount of $110,000. 100% Agency Income (Forest Improvement Fund, Trails Administration).

Authorize the Division of Economic Development to make a payment to Eastern Trade Council, New York, NY, in the amount of $10,000 for membership dues required as part of the State Trade and Export Promotion Grant awarded to the Department. Effective upon G&C approval through September 29, 2012. 100%

Authorize the Division of Parks and Recreation to budget and expend FEMA funds (originally approved by G&C on 6-25-08, item #113), in the amount of $168,413 that were unexpended as of June 30, 2011 for flood-related damages to DRED-managed lands caused by the April 2007 rainstorm. Effective upon G&C

Authorize the Division of Parks and Recreation to enter into a memorandum of agreement with the Town of Hampton, NH and Rye, NH, to allow the State to deliver effluent from the North Hampton State Beach bathhouse to the Town of Hampton Waste Water Treatment Plant by connecting into the Town of Rye f

Authorize the Division of Parks and Recreation to enter into a retroactive contract with the DLP Restaurant Corporation, Portsmouth, NH, for two separate catering services provided on December 31, 2011 and on January 18, 2012, in the amount of $3,231.76. 100% Agency Income.

Authorize the Division of Parks and Recreation to enter into a contract with Bob Ailes Roofing Inc., St. Johnsbury, VT, for the bathhouse roof replacement at Forest Lake State Park, Dalton, NH, in the amount of $19,190. Effective upon G&C approval through May 25, 2012. 100% Capital Funds.

Authorize the Division of Parks and Recreation to name the life guard station at Hampton Beach State Park in honor of Mr. James W. Donahue Jr. Effective upon G&C approval.

Authorize to amend a grant agreement with The Nature Conservancy, Concord, NH (originally approved by G&C on 7-15-09, item #52), to conduct the Staying Connected in the Northern Appalachians project, by extending the completion date to February 28, 2013 from April 30, 2012. 100% Federal Funds.

Authorize to accept and place on file the 2010 annual report.

Authorize a loan agreement with the Town of Pittsfield, in the amount of $288,000 to finance the South Main Street Pumping Station Replacement Project. Effective upon G&C approval. 50% Clean Water State Revolving Fund Repayment Account, 50% Federal ARRA Funds.

Authorize to enter into a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Resources and Economic Development, for comparative evaluation of alternative wetland assessment methods, in the amount of $70,000. Effective upon G&C approval through September 30, 2013. 100% Federal Funds.

Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with the Town of Merrimack, NH, for the purpose of milfoil control activities in portions of Horseshoe Pond, Merrimack, NH, in the amount of $10,175. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2012. 100% Lake Restoration Funds.

Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with the Town of Meredith, NH, for the purpose of milfoil control activities in portions of Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith, in the amount of $10,025. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2012. 100% Lake Restoration Funds.

Authorize Christopher Carpenter Trust’s request to perform work on Lake Winnipesaukee in Moultonborough.

Authorize Wolfeboro Corinthian Yacht Club’s request to perform work on Lake Winnipesaukee in Wolfeboro.

Authorize Beverly and Miller Malcolm’s request to perform work on Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith.

Authorize Donna & Richard Johnson’s request to perform work on an average of 109 ft of frontage on Lake Winnipesaukee in Moultonborough.

Authorize Mary & Matthew Dunne’s request to perform work on Lake Winnipesaukee in Alton.

Authorize Sunray Shores Improvement Association’s request to perform work on Winnisquam Lake in Belmont.

Authorize to accept monies totaling $29,457.78 received during the period of October 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011 as a result of fundraising drives from various organizations and from personal contributions, and to be placed in the Veterans Home Benefit Fund.

Authorize to pay the Council of Chief State School Officers, Washington, DC, membership dues for FY12, in the amount of $32,916. Effective retroactive to July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012. 100% General Funds.

Authorize to amend a grant approved by G&C on January 13, 2010, item #122, to transfer carry-forward grant funds between classes in the amount of $15,472.72, in order to maximize the use of federal grant funds. (2)Further authorize to extend two positions in two classes. Effective retroactive to Dec

Authorize to amend a grant approved by G&C on January 13, 2010, item #122, to transfer carry-forward grant funds between classes in the amount of $15,472.72, in order to maximize the use of federal grant funds. (2)Further authorize to extend two positions in two classes. Effective retroactive to Dec

Authorize to amend a grant approved by G&C on January 13, 2010, item #122, to transfer carry-forward grant funds between classes in the amount of $15,472.72, in order to maximize the use of federal grant funds. (2)Further authorize to extend two positions in two classes. Effective retroactive to Dec

Authorize to conduct a one day training institute for NH Responds Demonstration Site school teams scheduled for March 9, 2012 to be held at the Hampshire Hospitality Holdings Inc., d/b/a The Inns and Spa at Mills Fall, Meredith, NH, at a cost not to exceed $3,718.20. (2)Further authorize to enter in

Authorize to conduct a one day training institute for NH Responds Demonstration Site school teams scheduled for March 9, 2012 to be held at the Hampshire Hospitality Holdings Inc., d/b/a The Inns and Spa at Mills Fall, Meredith, NH, at a cost not to exceed $3,718.20. (2)Further authorize to enter in

Authorize to conduct a one day training institute for NH Responds Demonstration Site school teams scheduled for March 9, 2012 to be held at the Hampshire Hospitality Holdings Inc., d/b/a The Inns and Spa at Mills Fall, Meredith, NH, at a cost not to exceed $3,718.20. (2)Further authorize to enter in

Authorize the Division of Career Technology and Adult Learning to enter into a lease agreement with P.M. Mackay and Sons Inc., Nashua, NH, for the purpose of Vocational Rehabilitation regional office space comprised of 3,000 square feet in Nashua, NH, for a total cost of $285,000. Effective March 1,

Authorize the Division of Career Technology and Adult Learning to enter into a lease agreement with P.M. Mackay and Sons Inc., Nashua, NH, for the purpose of Vocational Rehabilitation regional office space comprised of 3,000 square feet in Nashua, NH, for a total cost of $285,000. Effective March 1,

Authorize the Division of Career Technology and Adult Learning to enter into a lease agreement with P.M. Mackay and Sons Inc., Nashua, NH, for the purpose of Vocational Rehabilitation regional office space comprised of 3,000 square feet in Nashua, NH, for a total cost of $285,000. Effective March 1,

Authorize to amend a contract with AAA Energy Service Company, Auburn, NH (originally approved by G&C on 9-14-11, item #122), for HVAC service and preventative maintenance, by increasing the price by $3,000 from $23,560 to $26,560. Effective retroactive to January 16, 2012 through June 30, 2012. 66%

Authorize to enter into a rental agreement with the Department of Transportation, (originally approved by G&C on 2-7-07, item #119), to provide the State Police with vehicle storage space located in the Stickney Ave Facility, Concord, NH, for $50,320. Effective retroactive to July 1, 2011 through Ju

Authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to exercise a contract with CMC Americas, for the purpose of installation and setup of the SharePoint Server and RightFax software, which is part of the Vision capital project, in the amount of $101,320. Effective upon G&C approval through September 30, 2012.

Authorize the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to enter into a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Environmental Services, to support the base of the fluvial erosion hazard assessment program, which provides support for two full-time personnel and associated benefits

Authorize the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to enter into a grant agreement with the Town of Effingham, NH, for updating their local hazard mitigation plan, in the amount of $5,000. Effective upon G&C approval through September 18, 2014. 100% Federal Funds.

Authorize the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to amend a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Environmental Services, (originally approved by G&C on 6-8-11, item #158), for the operation of five stream gauges used for flood forecasting and flood management, by changi

Authorize the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to enter into a grant agreement with the Central NH Regional Planning Commission, to provide technical assistance to three local communities for the update of hazard mitigation plans, for a total amount of $15,000. Effective upon G

Authorize the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to enter into a grant agreement with the Town of Freedom, NH, for updating their local hazard mitigation plan, in the amount of $5,000. Effective upon G&C approval through September 18, 2014. 100% Federal Funds.

Authorize to accept and expend funds in the amount of $9,000 to cover municipal charges. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2012. 100% Agency Income.

Authorize the Bureau of Aeronautics to enter into an agreement with Rhode Island (Rhode Island Airport Corporation), to reimburse Rhode Island Airport Corporation for a portion (one-sixth) of the non-federal share associated with a Federal Aviation Administration grant to fund the development of a N

Authorize the Bureau of Right of Way petition for a hearing on alterations to NH 10 in the Town of Haverhill, with a suggested budget of $699.60.

Authorize the Bureau of Highway Maintenance Well Section to enter into a contract with Kriester Artesian Well Company Inc., Henniker, NH, for a 6-inch drilled well and pump on the property of Paul Longuiel, Northwood, NH, in the amount of $21,570. Effective upon G&C approval through April 6, 2012. 1

Authorize Bureau of Bridge Maintenance to enter into a contract with Capitol Alarm Systems Inc., Penacook, NH, for Inspection , Testing, Service, and Repair of Fire Alarm Systems for six locations within NHDOT Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, in the amount of $24,000. Effective upon G&C approval throug

Authorize the Bureau of Construction to enter into a contract with Pike Industries Inc., Belmont, NH, for pavement rehabilitation, guardrail improvements and drainage improvements on 1.8 miles of US Route 3 in Stratford, on the basis of a low bid of $2,277,200. (2)Further authorize a contingency in

Authorize the Bureau of Construction to enter into a contract with Wyman and Simpson Inc., Richmond, ME, for guardrail replacement on the NH Route 1B causeway between Goat Island and New Castle, on the basis of a low bid of $284,076.50. (2)Further authorize a contingency in the amount of $28,407.65

Authorize the Bureau of Construction to enter into a contract with Weaver Bros. Construction Co Inc., Concord, NH, for culvert replacements on NH Route 12A in Alstead and NH Route 31 in Lyndeborough, on the basis of a low bid of $156,550. Effective upon G&C approval through August 17, 2012. 100% Bet

Authorize the Bureau of Construction to enter into a contract with Connie’s Septic Service Inc., Bedford, NH, for the design, permitting, construction, start-up, and placement of a septic system replacement in service for the existing NHDOT rest area (I-89 southbound), in Sutton, on the basis of a l

Authorize the Division of Parks and Recreation to accept a donation of commissioned art valued at approximately $75,000 from Alexander Renard Gezalian, Eliot, ME.

Authorize to accept a nonmonetary donation from Vision New England, Att. Mr. J. Keith Tolley, Danvers, MA, of 64 large print, New International version soft cover Bibles; 120 New King James version, paperback Bibles; 20 large print, New International Reader’s version paperback Bibles; and 120 New In

Authorize to accept donations from contributors in the amount of $1,785.01, and deposit into the NH Hospital Resident Benefit Fund, for the period of October 1, 2011 through December 30, 2011.

Authorize to accept nonmonetary donations as detailed in letter dated January 24, 2012, received October 1, 2011 through December 30, 2011.

Authorize to accept monetary donations for the period of October 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011, with a value totaling $355.

Authorize to accept a monetary donation from FAE Barrett Demarest 2006 – Revoc Trust – Michele F. Demarest, Exeter, NH, in the amount of $500 and deposit into the Patient’s Welfare Fund.