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Personnel Actions (17)
confirmation
Edward Rusher, Manchester
Board of Chiropractic Examiners
confirmation
James C. Vara, Andover
Assistant Commissioner, Department of Revenue Administration
confirmation
Joel P. Dolan, Salem
Community College System of New Hampshire (Public Member)
confirmation
Kenneth R. Dunn, Hooksett
Deputy Commissioner, Department of Information Technology
confirmation
Mitchell B. Cummings, Loudon
Board of Land Surveyors
confirmation
Stephanie Ryan, Concord
Board of Chiropractic Examiners
confirmation
Steven R. Lavoie, Allenstown
Board of Accountancy (Certified Public Accountant)
confirmation
Timothy D. Lenihan, Enfield
Advocate for Special Education
nomination
David Meichsner, Westford
Board of Mental Health Practice (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
nomination
Jennifer Rein, Concord
Board of Mental Health Practice (Licensed School Social Worker)
nomination
Lynne F. Blankenbeker, Concord
Adult Parole Board (Attorney – Member of the NH Bar in Good Standing)
nomination
Robert E. King, Keene
Connecticut River Valley Flood Control Commission
resignation
Adrienne Evans, Concord
New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights
resignation
Heidi Rinehart, Keene
Midwifery Council
resignation
Jennifer Pearl, Concord
Dental Hygienists Committee
resignation
Michael Palmeri, Amherst
Electricians’ Board
resignation
William J. Cass, Laconia
Commissioner, Department of Transportation
Agenda Items
# Department Description Vendor Amount Vote
6 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION payment
Authorize the Executive Office to retroactively pay membership dues in the amount of $9,857.80 for the period of October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, to the National Association of State Aviation Officials, Washington, DC, for membership in the national aviation organization. Effective upon G
$9,858 approved
7 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION payment
Authorize the Bureau of Turnpikes to retroactively continue its membership and participation with E-ZPass Interagency Group, New York, NY by paying annual membership dues in the amount of $38,500 for Calendar Year 2026. Effective retroactive to January 1, 2026, upon G&C approval. 100% Turnpike Funds
$38,500 approved
8 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way to pay property owners $16,300 as documented in the Contemplated Awards List, for amounts exceeding $5,000 for the period from November 6, 2025 through November 18, 2025. Effective upon G&C approval.
$16,300 approved
9 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way to sell approximately 0.05+/- acres of unimproved State-owned land, located northeasterly of NH Route 11 (Lake Shore Road), and south of the Belknap Point Road in the Town of Gilford, County of Belknap, identified as the parcel abutting the southerly side of Tax
$47,100 approved
10 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION amendment
Authorize the Bureau of Aeronautics to retroactively amend a grant to Laconia Airport Authority (originally approved by G&C on 11/22/22, Item #51, archived document ), to design, permit, and bid the installation of a perimeter/wildlife fence and a gate at the Laconia Municipal Airport, Gilford, NH b
Laconia Airport Authority (ori approved
11 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION amendment
Authorize the Bureau of Aeronautics to retroactively amend a grant to the Pease Development Authority (originally approved by G&C on 5/1/24, Item #42, archived document ), to install perimeter/wildlife fencing (approximately 5,600 LF), Phase I (design, permit and bid) at the Skyhaven Airport, Roches
Pease Development Authority (o approved
12 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION amendment
Authorize the Bureau of Aeronautics to retroactively amend a grant to the Pease Development Authority (originally approved by G&C on 5/1/24, Item #41, archived document ), to design, permit and bid the reconstruction of the terminal automobile parking lot, Phase I, at the Skyhaven Airport, Rochester
Pease Development Authority (o approved
13 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION contract
Authorize the Bureau of Construction to enter into a contract with New England Infrastructure, Inc., Hudson, MA, on the basis of a low bid of $2,880,455 for preservation efforts on a 3-span bridge carrying NH 132 over I-393, US 4 and US 202 in Concord, NH. (2) Further authorize a contingency in the
New England Infrastructure, In $2.9M approved
13 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION contract
Authorize the Bureau of Construction to enter into a contract with New England Infrastructure, Inc., Hudson, MA, on the basis of a low bid of $2,880,455 for preservation efforts on a 3-span bridge carrying NH 132 over I-393, US 4 and US 202 in Concord, NH. (2) Further authorize a contingency in the
New England Infrastructure, In $2.9M approved
13 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION contract
Authorize the Bureau of Construction to enter into a contract with New England Infrastructure, Inc., Hudson, MA, on the basis of a low bid of $2,880,455 for preservation efforts on a 3-span bridge carrying NH 132 over I-393, US 4 and US 202 in Concord, NH. (2) Further authorize a contingency in the
New England Infrastructure, In $2.9M approved
13A DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way to enter into an agreement with Vanesse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., Bedford, NH, for an amount not to exceed $750,000, for Statewide on-call professional survey services for various transportation projects located throughout the State. Effective upon G&C approval thro
Vanesse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. $750,000 approved
13A DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way to enter into an agreement with Vanesse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., Bedford, NH, for an amount not to exceed $750,000, for Statewide on-call professional survey services for various transportation projects located throughout the State. Effective upon G&C approval thro
Vanesse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. $750,000 approved
13A DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way to enter into an agreement with Vanesse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., Bedford, NH, for an amount not to exceed $750,000, for Statewide on-call professional survey services for various transportation projects located throughout the State. Effective upon G&C approval thro
Vanesse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. $750,000 approved
13B DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way to pay property owners $50,677.86 as documented in the Contemplated Awards List, for amounts exceeding $5,000 for the period from November 19, 2025 through December 10, 2025. Effective upon G&C approval.
$50,678 approved
13B DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way to pay property owners $50,677.86 as documented in the Contemplated Awards List, for amounts exceeding $5,000 for the period from November 19, 2025 through December 10, 2025. Effective upon G&C approval.
$50,678 approved
13B DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way to pay property owners $50,677.86 as documented in the Contemplated Awards List, for amounts exceeding $5,000 for the period from November 19, 2025 through December 10, 2025. Effective upon G&C approval.
$50,678 approved
14 OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to retroactively renew its membership with the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards, Tyrone, GA, in the amount of $2,750 for the period January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025. Effective upon G&C approval. 100% Agency Income
$2,750 approved
15 OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive one-time payment totaling $903.89 to Kristin Eustace, COMPLIANCE OFFICERS-5, from State Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations for compensation of wages which were not paid in State Fiscal Year 2025 and associated benefits totaling $194.33 for a total payment of $1,098.22. E
$1,098 approved
16 OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive one-time payment totaling $965.54 to Eric Goulet, COMPLIANCE OFFICERS-5, from State Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations for compensation of wages which were not paid in State Fiscal Year 2025 and associated benefits totaling $198.12 for a total payment of $1,163.66. Effec
$1,164 approved
17 OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive one-time payment totaling $1,255.05 to Briana Miller, COMPLIANCE OFFICERS-5, from State Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations for compensation of wages which were not paid in State Fiscal Year 2025 and associated benefits totaling $257.54 for a total payment of $1,512.59. E
$1,513 approved
18 OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive one-time payment totaling $965.54 to Michelle Sousa, COMPLIANCE OFFICERS-5, from State Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations for compensation of wages which were not paid in State Fiscal Year 2025 and associated benefits totaling $198.13 for a total payment of $1,163.67. Ef
$1,164 approved
19 OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive one-time payment totaling $841.72 to Elizabeth Thibodeau, COMPLIANCE OFFICERS-5, from State Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations for compensation of wages which were not paid in State Fiscal Year 2025 and associated benefits totaling $172.72 for a total payment of $1,014.4
$1,014 approved
19 OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive one-time payment totaling $841.72 to Elizabeth Thibodeau, COMPLIANCE OFFICERS-5, from State Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations for compensation of wages which were not paid in State Fiscal Year 2025 and associated benefits totaling $172.72 for a total payment of $1,014.4
$1,014 approved
19 OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive one-time payment totaling $841.72 to Elizabeth Thibodeau, COMPLIANCE OFFICERS-5, from State Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations for compensation of wages which were not paid in State Fiscal Year 2025 and associated benefits totaling $172.72 for a total payment of $1,014.4
$1,014 approved
19A OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive unencumbered payment to SHI International Corp., Somerset, NJ in the total amount of $265,625 for digital archive services. Effective upon G&C approval. 100% Agency Funds
$265,625 approved
19A OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive unencumbered payment to SHI International Corp., Somerset, NJ in the total amount of $265,625 for digital archive services. Effective upon G&C approval. 100% Agency Funds
$265,625 approved
19A OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU
Authorize to make a retroactive unencumbered payment to SHI International Corp., Somerset, NJ in the total amount of $265,625 for digital archive services. Effective upon G&C approval. 100% Agency Funds
$265,625 approved
19B OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU contract
Authorize to enter into a retroactive amendment to an existing contract with Peter P. Reich, DMD, Dover, NH (originally approved by G&C on 5/1/24, Item #53, archived document ), for Dental Anesthesia Inspection Services, by extending the completion date from December 31, 2025, to December 31, 2026,
Peter P. Reich, DMD approved
19B OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU contract
Authorize to enter into a retroactive amendment to an existing contract with Peter P. Reich, DMD, Dover, NH (originally approved by G&C on 5/1/24, Item #53, archived document ), for Dental Anesthesia Inspection Services, by extending the completion date from December 31, 2025, to December 31, 2026,
Peter P. Reich, DMD approved
19B OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSU contract
Authorize to enter into a retroactive amendment to an existing contract with Peter P. Reich, DMD, Dover, NH (originally approved by G&C on 5/1/24, Item #53, archived document ), for Dental Anesthesia Inspection Services, by extending the completion date from December 31, 2025, to December 31, 2026,
Peter P. Reich, DMD approved
20 DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE ADMINIST
Authorize to accept and expend monies collected from the Town of Colebrook, NH in the amount of $59,702 for reassessment work completed by the DRA. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2027. 100% Agency Income
$59,702 approved
21 DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE ADMINIST personnel
Authorize to place Ms. Susan Lambert at Step 7 of unclassified salary grade DD, earning $101,490 annually, for the position of Field Audit Leader. Effective January 9, 2026, upon G&C approval. 100% General Funds
$101,490 approved
22 DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE ADMINIST
Authorize to retroactively pay a membership fee to the Multistate Tax Commission, Washington, DC in the amount of $12,761, for membership in the Nexus Program as an Associate Member. Effective July 1, 2025, upon G&C approval through June 30, 2026. 100% General Funds
$12,761 approved
23 JUDICIAL COUNCIL
Authorize to receive an additional appropriation from funds not otherwise appropriated in the total amount of $1,500,000. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2027. 100% General Funds. Fiscal Committee approved an additional appropriation of $5,500,000 on October 17, 2025.
$5.5M approved
24 JUDICIAL COUNCIL amendment
Authorize to receive an additional appropriation from funds not otherwise appropriated in the total amount of $1,000,000. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2027. 100% General Funds. Amended by Fiscal Committee to authorize an additional appropriation of $1,000,000 and approved on December
$1.0M approved
25 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, MAR grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with Applecrest Farm Orchards, LLC, Hampton Falls, NH, for the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program in the amount of $98,950. Effective upon G&C approval through May 1, 2027. 100% Federal Funds. (2) Further authorize an advance payment in the amount
Applecrest Farm Orchards, LLC $98,950 approved
Wheeler
26 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, MAR grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with Coppal House Farm, Lee, NH, for the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program in the amount of $34,330.51. Effective upon G&C approval through May 1, 2027. 100% Federal Funds. (2) Further authorize an advance payment in the amount of $34,330.51 to C
Coppal House Farm $34,331 approved
Wheeler
27 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, MAR grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with Gilmanton’s Own Inc., Gilmanton, NH, for the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program in the amount of $76,634.96. Effective upon G&C approval through May 1, 2027. 100% Federal Funds. (2) Further authorize an advance payment in the amount of $76,63
Gilmanton’s Own Inc. $76,635 approved
Wheeler
28 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, MAR grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with Meredith Farm Growers LLC, Meredith, NH, for the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program in the amount of $55,978.09. Effective upon G&C approval through May 1, 2027. 100% Federal Funds. (2) Further authorize an advance payment in the amount of $5
Meredith Farm Growers LLC $55,978 approved
Wheeler
29 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S grant
TABLED - The Governor and Council on motion of Councilor Stevens, seconded by Councilor Kenney moved to adopt this item for discussion. Following discussion, the Governor and Council on motion of Councilor Liot Hill, seconded by Councilor Kenney, voted to table the request to authorize, under the Co
County of Strafford $25,000 approved
Wheeler
29 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S grant
TABLED - The Governor and Council on motion of Councilor Stevens, seconded by Councilor Kenney moved to adopt this item for discussion. Following discussion, the Governor and Council on motion of Councilor Liot Hill, seconded by Councilor Kenney, voted to table the request to authorize, under the Co
County of Strafford $25,000 approved
30 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, MAR grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with Sunnycrest Farm Inc., Londonderry, NH, for the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program in the amount of $62,046. Effective upon G&C approval through May 1, 2027. 100% Federal Funds. (2) Further authorize an advance payment in the amount of $62,046
Sunnycrest Farm Inc. $62,046 withdrawn
31 LIQUOR COMMISSION contract
Authorize to enter into a sole source contract with Givex USA Corporation, Gurnee, IL, in the amount of $425,000 for stored value card processing and related services. Effective upon G&C approval through February 29, 2028, with the option to renew for an additional two-year period. 100% Liquor Funds
Givex USA Corporation $425,000 approved
32 DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND ECO
Authorize a salary increment for Michelle Cruz, Director of Travel and Tourism Development, in the amount of $5,835, from a current annual salary of $118,352 to a new annual salary of $124,187. Effective upon G&C approval. 100% General Funds
$124,187 approved
33 DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND ECO
Authorize the Division of Travel and Tourism Development to retroactively renew a membership with the US Travel Association, Washington, DC, in the amount of $9,400 for the 2026 calendar year. Effective upon G&C approval for the period of January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. 100% General Funds
$9,400 approved
34 DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND ECO grant
Authorize to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the NH Department of Environmental Services to provide $55,693 for the purpose of administering part of the scope of the National Flood Insurance Program, which is reimbursed through the Community Assistance Program – State Support Services
$55,693 approved
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39 FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT contract
Authorize to make retroactive sole source unencumbered payments to Melvin Village Marina, Melvin Village, NH for 4 invoices, totaling $4,902.86 for the servicing and winterizing of the department’s boat. Effective upon G&C approval. 100% Fish and Game Funds
$4,903 approved
40 FISH AND GAME DEPARTMENT contract
Authorize to enter into a sole source contract with Matson’s Laboratory, LLC, Manhattan, MT in the amount of $12,468.50 to perform cementum analysis of teeth collected from captured and/or harvested New Hampshire black bear, moose, fisher, and bobcats to provide age and reproductive histories (femal
Matson’s Laboratory, LLC $12,468 approved
41 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE contract
Authorize to enter into a contract with Northeast Archaeology Research Center, Inc., Farmington, ME in the amount of $100,000 to comply with the National Historic Preservation Act for the “Restoring NH Salt Marshes” award. Effective upon G&C approval through March 31, 2028. 100% Federal Funds
Northeast Archaeology Research $100,000 approved
42 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE contract
Authorize to enter into a retroactive sole source amendment to the contract with Busby Construction Co., Inc., Atkinson, NH (originally approved by G&C on 7/27/22, Item #72, archived document ), for as-needed and emergency earthworks repair services for the Winnipesaukee River Basin Program (WRBP) b
Busby Construction Co., Inc. $747,000 approved
Wheeler
43 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE grant
Authorize to award a grant to the Association of US Delegates to the Gulf of Maine Council on the Marine Environment, Falmouth, ME, in the amount of $9,000 to support the Gulf of Main Council Coordinator. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2026. 100% Federal Funds
Association of US Delegates to $9,000 approved
44 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with the Town of Bethlehem, NH totaling $192,833 for partial funding for the replacement of one engine model year 2008 plow truck. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2026. 100% New Hampshire Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Funds
$192,833 approved
45 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with the Town of Marlow, NH totaling $212,781 for partial funding for the replacement of one engine model year 1994 plow truck. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2026. 100% New Hampshire Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Funds
$212,781 approved
46 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with the Town of Raymond, NH totaling $156,889 for partial funding for the replacement of one bucket truck. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2026. 100% New Hampshire Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Funds
$156,889 approved
47 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S contract
TABLED – The Governor and Council on motion of Councilor Wheeler, seconded by Councilor Liot Hill, voted to table the request to the Division of Forests and Lands to enter into a contract with EdgePro Flooring, Inc., Kingston, NH in the amount of $57,998 to provide new flooring services in the Fores
EdgePro Flooring, Inc. $57,998 approved
47 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S contract
TABLED – The Governor and Council on motion of Councilor Wheeler, seconded by Councilor Liot Hill, voted to table the request to the Division of Forests and Lands to enter into a contract with EdgePro Flooring, Inc., Kingston, NH in the amount of $57,998 to provide new flooring services in the Fores
EdgePro Flooring, Inc. $57,998 approved
48 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE grant
Authorize to award a grant to the Governor Wentworth Regional School District, Wolfeboro Falls, NH, in the amount not to exceed $60,000 for lead remediation in drinking water, under the provisions of RSA 485:F. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2026. 100% Drinking Water and Groundwate
Governor Wentworth Regional Sc $60,000 approved
49 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE grant
Authorize to award a grant to the Sanborn Regional School District, Kingston, NH, in the amount not to exceed $75,000 for lead remediation in drinking water at four district schools, under the provisions of RSA 485:F. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2026. 100% Drinking Water and Gro
Sanborn Regional School Distri $75,000 approved
50 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE grant
Authorize to award a grant to the Warren Village School District, North Haverhill, NH, in the amount not to exceed $36,000 for lead remediation in drinking water at the Warren Village School, under the provisions of RSA 485:F. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2026. 100% Drinking Wate
Warren Village School District $36,000 approved
51 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE amendment
Authorize to retroactively amend a grant agreement with the Red Sleigh Condo Association, Plymouth, NH (originally approved by G&C on 3/22/23, Item #97, archived document ), by extending the completion date from December 31, 2025 to December 31, 2027, for drinking water system improvements. Effectiv
Red Sleigh Condo Association approved
52 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with the City of Manchester, NH totaling $2,500 for the purpose of used oil collections. Effective upon G&C approval through July 31, 2026. 100% Hazardous Waste Cleanup Funds
$2,500 approved
53 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE amendment
Authorize to amend a Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Remediation Grant and Loan Fund, loan agreement with Century Community Association, Inc., Londonderry, NH (originally approved by G&C on 10/30/24, Item #89, archived document ) by increasing the loan limitation by $502,000 from $272,287
Century Community Association, $774,287 approved
54 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize to approve a Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) loan agreement with North Conway Water Precinct, NH in an amount not to exceed $15,128,668, to finance the Saco River Erosion Mitigation for Protection of the Wastewater Treatment Facility project under the provisions of RSA 486:14 and
$15.1M approved
55 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize Clifford Antonell’s request to perform work on Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith, NH.
approved
56 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize Curry Place Cottages LLC’s request to perform work on Squam Lake in Holderness, NH.
approved
57 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize Daniel & Gisele Desantis’s request to perform work on Lake Winnipesaukee in Gilford, NH.
approved
58 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize the Town of Hudson’s request to perform work on Robinson Pond in Hudson, NH.
approved
59 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize Robert C and Jennifer W Purdy Trust’s request to perform work on Lake Winnipesaukee in Alton, NH.
approved
60 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize Jeremy Stannard’s request to perform work on Lake Winnipesaukee in Alton, NH.
approved
61 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize the Town of Sunapee’s request to perform work on Sunapee Lake in Sunapee, NH.
approved
62 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize True North Development LLC’s request to perform work on Little Bay in Dover, NH.
approved
63 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE
Authorize to accept and place on file the annual summary report for Fiscal Year 2025, pursuant to the MtBE Remediation Fund Implementation Plan.
approved
64 NEW HAMPSHIRE ENVIRONMENTAL CO
Authorize to accept and place on file the Air Resources Council’s annual report for year ending 2024.
approved
65 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION contract
Authorize to enter into an interagency sole source grant agreement with the New Hampshire Department of Corrections, Concord, NH in the amount of $120,000 to assist in the operation of approved Career and Technical Education programs. Effective upon G&C approval through September 30, 2026. 100% Fede
New Hampshire Department of Co $120,000 approved
66 NEW HAMPSHIRE LOTTERY AND GAMI contract
Authorize to enter into a sole source contract with Valor Autoworks LLC, Concord, NH in the amount of $75,000 for automotive repair and preventative maintenance services. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2027. 100% Lottery Funds
Valor Autoworks LLC $75,000 approved
67 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY grant
Authorize the Office of the Commissioner to accept and expend funds from the FFY 2026 New Hampshire Department of Safety Highway Safety Grant Agreement, in the amount of $4,000 for the purchase of digital ads on WMUR.com to support the enforcement of Sherrill’s Law (Move Over Law). Effective upon G&
$4,000 approved
68 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY contract
Authorize the Division of State Police to enter into grant agreements with the Grantees as detailed in the letter dated December 16, 2025 in an amount not to exceed $214,597.06 to support law enforcement agencies in the purchasing of necessary equipment to electronically share criminal justice data.
$214,597 approved
69 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with the Laconia Police Department – Belknap County Special Operations Group in the amount of $31,000 for a portion of the 2023 Homeland Security Grant Program. Effective upon G&C approval through August 31, 2026. 100% Federal Funds
$31,000 approved
70 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY contract
Authorize to enter into grant agreements with local entities as detailed in the letter dated November 21, 2025, in the amount of $594,303 for a portion of the 2025 Homeland Security Grant Program. Effective upon G&C approval, full contract execution at the local agency level and review and approval
$594,303 approved
71 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with Palace Theatre Trust, Manchester, NH, in the amount of $131,250 to provide funding for physical and cyber security enhancements and other security-related activities. Effective upon G&C approval through April 30, 2028. 100% Federal Funds
Palace Theatre Trust $131,250 approved
72 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with the Academy for Science and Design, Nashua, NH, in the amount of $102,994 to provide funding for physical and cyber security enhancements and other security-related activities. Effective upon G&C approval through April 30, 2028. 100% Federal Funds
Academy for Science and Design $102,994 approved
73 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY grant
Authorize to enter into a grant agreement with the Coos County Sheriff Office for a total amount of $102,980 to reduce the instance of crimes and illicit activity near the Canadian border. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2027. 100% General Funds
$102,980 approved
74 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY contract
Authorize the Division of State Police to enter into a contract with Teledyne FLIR Defense, Inc., Wilsonville, OR, in an amount not to exceed $409,098 for the upgrade of their FLIR 380 HDC thermal imaging system on the State Police Bell 407 helicopter. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 20
Teledyne FLIR Defense, Inc. $409,098 withdrawn
75 DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY contract
Authorize the Division of State Police to enter into a contract with Nicole L. Sawyer, Psy D PLLC, Exeter, NH, in an amount not to exceed $90,000 for the provision in de-escalating crisis negotiations and management of critical incidents. Effective upon G&C approval through December 31, 2028, with t
Nicole L. Sawyer, Psy D PLLC $90,000 approved
76 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE nomination
Authorize to appoint Nicholas J. Apostolopoulos, as an Assistant Deputy Medical Examiner, at a salary level of $66,192. Effective upon G&C approval or January 9, 2026, whichever is later. 100% Agency Income
$66,192 approved
77 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE nomination
Authorize to reappoint Susan Watkins, as Chief Forensic Investigator, at a salary level of $96,735. Effective upon G&C approval or January 24, 2026, whichever is later, for a term ending January 24, 2031. 80% General Funds, 20% Agency Income
$96,735 approved
78 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE grant
Authorize to grant a salary increase to Jon-Daniel Lavalle, Assistant Attorney General, in the amount of $15,810, from a salary level of $104,940 to a salary level of $120,750. Effective upon G&C approval or January 9, 2026, whichever is later. 100% General Funds
$120,750 approved
79 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE grant
Authorize to grant an annual salary increment to Courtney Sirois, Victim/Witness Specialist, in the amount of $4,784, from a salary level of $82,441 to a salary level of $87,225. Effective January 12, 2026, upon G&C approval. 100% General Funds
$87,225 approved
80 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE payment
Authorize to retroactively pay organizational dues to the National Association of Medicaid Fraud Control Units, Washington, DC, in the amount of $15,904 for the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit’s Annual Dues for the period of January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Effective upon G&C approval. 75% Fed
$15,904 approved
81 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE grant
Authorize to enter into a subgrant with the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence, Concord, NH, in an amount not to exceed $774,642.82, from the US Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women, Sexual Assault Services Program grant, for the purpose of providing serv
New Hampshire Coalition Agains $774,643 approved
82 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN contract
Authorize to enter into a retroactive amendment to an existing contract with Fidelity Information Services, LLC, Jacksonville, FL (originally approved by G&C on 12/3/25, Item #76, archived document ), for Electronic Benefits Transfer services for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Specia
Fidelity Information Services, $1.7M approved
83 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN contract
Authorize to enter into a contract with Center for Policy Research, Denver, CO, in the amount of $119,916 to provide a thorough, fair, and impartial review of and recommendations for the New Hampshire Child Support Guidelines, in accordance with 45 CFR 302.56(e), Guidelines for setting child support
Center for Policy Research $119,916 approved
84 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S permit
TABLED – The Governor and Council on motion of Councilor Kenney, seconded by Councilor Liot Hill, voted to table the request to the permit application of WABANAKI CAMPGROUND CONVERSION, LLC located on Ossipee Lake, Freedom, NH, as recommended by the Department of Safety, Division of State Police Mar
approved
84 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S permit
TABLED – The Governor and Council on motion of Councilor Kenney, seconded by Councilor Liot Hill, voted to table the request to the permit application of WABANAKI CAMPGROUND CONVERSION, LLC located on Ossipee Lake, Freedom, NH, as recommended by the Department of Safety, Division of State Police Mar
approved
85 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN contract
Authorize to enter into contracts with the Contractors as detailed in the letter dated December 16, 2025 in an amount not to exceed $500,000 to implement and operate a Recovery Enhancement Program, in conjunction with outpatient substance use disorder treatment services, to reduce substance use and
$500,000 approved
86 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN
Authorize to accept and expend $25,270 from the United States Food and Drug Administration to fund the Grade A Milk program. (2) Further authorize the allocation of these funds as detailed in the letter dated December 15, 2025. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2026. 100% Federal Funds
$25,270 approved
87 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN contract
Authorize, on behalf of the Department of Administrative Services, to make a sole source purchase of immunizations from the vendors as detailed in the letter dated December 17, 2025 to be distributed to healthcare providers in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention contracted
$7.3M approved
88 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN contract
Authorize to enter into a contract with JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc. d/b/a Community Health Institute, Bow, NH, in the amount of $222,850 for public health training and community engagement services. Effective upon G&C approval through June 30, 2027, with the option to renew for up to two
JSI Research & Training Instit $222,850 approved
89 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN nomination
Authorize to enter into Provider Agreements with NH Probate Court appointed independent psychiatrists for the purpose of conducting independent evaluations for nonemergency involuntary admissions for individuals at New Hampshire Hospital, in accordance with RSA 135-C:40, Examination by Psychiatrist.
$1.2M approved
90 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN contract
Authorize to enter into a sole source contract with Office of Public Guardian, Concord, NH, in the amount of $200,000 for the provision of guardian or conservator services pursuant to RSA 151-E:28 to assist incapacitated adults to transition from hospital settings to less restrictive settings. Effec
Office of Public Guardian $200,000 approved
91 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S
Authorize a Working Capital Warrant for the month of February 2026 in the amount of $650,000,000 to cover the payment of expenditures for the month.
$650.0M approved
92 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S settlement
Authorize to purchase the land, buildings, and other improvements comprising the North Parcel at Granite Place off of Rumford Street in Concord, NH from 2GRANITE PLACE LLC, Concord, NH, for up to $15,174,750, inclusive of anticipated closing costs, pursuant to the terms of a certain Purchase and Sal
$15.2M approved
93 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S contract
Authorize to enter into a contract with Calise & Sons Bakery, Inc., Lincoln, RI, in an amount up to and not to exceed $911,323.44 for baked goods. Effective upon G&C approval through September 30, 2030, with the option to extend for up to two additional years.
Calise & Sons Bakery, Inc. $911,323 approved
94 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S contract
Authorize to enter into a contract with HP Hood LLC, Lynnfield, MA, in an amount up to and not to exceed $3,214,415.54 for dairy products. Effective upon G&C approval through September 30, 2030, with the option to extend for up to two additional years.
HP Hood LLC $3.2M tabled
95 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S contract
Authorize to enter into a contract with Four Brothers Environmental, LLC, Greenland, NH, for hazardous material testing services in an amount up to and not to exceed $6,098,899.22. Effective upon G&C approval for the period April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2031, with the option to extend for up to an
Four Brothers Environmental, L $6.1M approved
96 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S contract
Authorize to enter into a contract with SLR International Corporation, Bedford, NH, for hazardous material testing services in an amount up to and not to exceed $5,380,382.81. Effective upon G&C approval for the period April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2031, with the option to extend for up to an addi
SLR International Corporation $5.4M approved
97 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S contract
Authorize to enter into a contract with Warrior Sports Holdings LLC, Charleston, SC, for ammunition in an amount up to and not to exceed $653,906.25. Effective upon G&C approval through September 30, 2030, with the option to extend for up to an additional two years.
Warrior Sports Holdings LLC $653,906 approved
98 DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE S contract
Authorize to enter into a contract with Gerard A. LaFlamme, Inc., Manchester, NH, for electrical repair services in an amount up to and not to exceed $900,000. Effective upon G&C approval for the period February 1, 2026 through January 31, 2031, with the option to extend for up to two years.
Gerard A. LaFlamme, Inc. $900,000 approved
B DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS nomination
Authorize the nomination of Major Giovanni Gensale, Pelham, NH, for promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, in the NH Army National Guard. This officer meets the physical, moral and professional qualifications for this grade promotion in the NH Army National Guard.
C DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS nomination
Authorize the nomination of Jonathan W. Hesketh, Dover, NH, for promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, in the NH Army National Guard. This officer meets the physical, moral and professional qualifications for this grade promotion in the NH Army National Guard.
D DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS nomination
Authorize the nomination of Patrick Randall, Nashua, NH, for promotion to the rank of Major, in the NH Army National Guard. This officer meets the physical, moral and professional qualifications for this grade promotion in the NH Army National Guard.
E DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS nomination
Authorize the nomination of Lieutenant Colonel Sean M. Shanahan, Rochester, NH, for promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, in the NH Air National Guard. This officer meets the physical, moral and professional qualifications for this grade promotion in the NH Air National Guard.
F DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE nomination
Authorize to appoint James H. Holl, III, as an Assistant Attorney General, at a salary level of $116,420. Effective upon G&C approval or January 9, 2026, whichever is later, for a term ending July 31, 2028.
$116,420
G DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE nomination
Authorize to reappoint Brian N. Greklek-McKeon, as an Assistant Attorney General, at a salary level of $98,280. Effective upon G&C approval or January 22, 2026, whichever is later, for a term ending January 22, 2031. 98% General Funds, 2% Other Funds
$98,280
H DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION nomination
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way’s petition for a hearing on the Orford 40366 project, addressing the deteriorated condition of the NH 25A bridge over Brackett Brook. The improvements begin approximately 275 feet west of Upper Baker Pond Road and continue east for approximately 900 feet. The pro
I DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION nomination
Authorize the Bureau of Right-of-Way’s petition for a hearing on the Orford 41390 project, addressing the deteriorated condition of the NH 25A bridge over Baker Pond Brook. The improvements begin approximately 375 feet west of the bridge over Baker Pond Road and continue east for approximately 825 f
A DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SE amendment
Authorize to amend an American Rescue Plan Act grant to the Town of Walpole, NH (originally approved by G&C on 2/8/23, Item #112, archived document ), for the rehabilitation of Walpole Reservoir Dam by reducing the grant limitation by $300,000 from $740,400 to $440,400 and amending the original scop
$740,400