The NH Department of Safety, Division of Motor Vehicles is pleased to announce that a new computer system (VISION) will be implemented in the month of February. As a result, there will be an interruption of motor vehicle registration processing statewide.
Town/City Clerk’s offices, along with the DMV offices, will be unable to process new or renewal registrations over the President’s Day holiday weekend, beginning Friday, February 17, 2017, and will be resuming transactions on Wednesday, February 22, 2017.
Throughout this process, the Town/City Clerk’s office will be open for other transactions not related to vehicle registrations during our normal, scheduled hours of operation. The Canaan Town Clerk/Tax Collector WILL be closed Saturday, Monday & Tuesday, February 18, 20 and 21.
If you have a new registration, a temporary plate or your registration renewal is due during the month of February, please make sure you are aware of the processing interruption.
Please feel free to visit the DMV website at www.nh.gov/dmv for updates concerning this implementation.
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It is illegal to push snow into the road. You may push it around and even across the road but don't leave it in the road.
On another note, if you have a lot of snow on your roof, remember that we anticipate freezing rain next week. Spend some time to remove the snow.
Remember, Spring is coming!
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CANDIDATES' NIGHT
There are contested races for Town elections. Mark your calendar now! Candidates Night will be on Saturday, February 25 at 7PM at Canaan Hall near the race track.
The evening is open to the public, Candidates make a presentation about who they are and why they are running. People can then ask questions.
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Click HERE to see all of the information for voting on Town Meeting Day on March 14
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What does it mean when the Selectmen vote to NOT RECOMMEND a Warrant Article for a Service Organization?
The example above is one of the Warrant Articles that would provide funding for a regional service organization. By law, the Selectmen are required to indicate if they recommend or do not recommend the Warrant Article.
The Canaan Board of Selectmen believe that these decisions should be left to the voters without their recommendation. The organizations are not the responsibility of the the Board of Selectmen and the services they offer are personal to residents in the Town who can best decide on their need and effectiveness.
The Board of Selectmen are not saying they do not support the organizations. They are saying that they do not want to make a recommendation. They want the voters to decide.
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On Thursday, Liberty Utilities lost one leg of the three phase electrical service. This can burn out heavy equipment that is three phase. With the loss of the third leg the transfer station was forced to close.
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The Warrant Article that asked to change the school tax allocation formula so that it considers both students and tax base was changed to a study committee at the School District Deliberative Session on February 4th.
The Canaan Board of Selectmen and the Town Administrator support the study committee. There appears to be an understanding on the part of the School Board and the Superintendent that the current formula does not work. The recommendation to have the study committee was supported by the School Board and Superintendent.
It is up to the voters to create the study committee. In order to have action on changing the funding formula next yea, the VOTERS MUST VOTE FOR THE STUDY COMMITTEE. If you do not vote for it, there will be no change and the school tax rates will continue climbing.
If the study committee is appointed, finding the solution to the funding issue will then be the responsibility of the committee, the School Board, the Business Manager and the Superintendent.
The voters will be able to consider the study committee's proposal in light of their tax bills next November.
The Board of Selectmen and the Administrator aggressively pushed for change. The design for the solution is now in other hands. We wish them success in finding an acceptable solution for all.
To see why the issue is contentious in Enfield, look at the Enfield presentation.
See the presentation of January 31 in Enfield by clicking here.
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This is School Tax FAIRNESS?
Number of Canaan Students - 480
Number of Enfield Students - 483
ABOUT THE SAME
Canaan School Tax Rate $20.65
Enfield School Tax Rate $15.20
CANAAN IS 36% HIGHER ON A HOUSE OF COMPARABLE VALUE IN ENFIELD.
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Canaan Winter Farmers and Artisans' Market
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 19th
Come on out from 10:00am-2:00pm at 1192 Route 4, across from the Common, next to Barney Insurance. Look for signs.
We have a terrific group of vendors for the market this month:
Basin Farm will have lots of winter storage vegetables plus leafy greens and salad mix
Bear Knoll Farm will have whole chicken, chicken cuts, dips and rubs, breads, and baked goods
Carousel Farm will have lots of baked goods, eggs, and soup
Currier Brook Farm will have lamb cuts, eggs, and fleeces
Dunrovin will be there with beef, pork, and maple syrup
Field Acres Farm will have beef and pork cuts, sausage varieties, jams, jelly, relish, breakfast sandwiches and a hot lunch entree
Stone Ridge Fiber Farm will be spinning fiber, discussing upcoming felting classes, plus taking orders for felted boots, Mickey and Minnie Mouse hats and soft crafted Easter toys.
Sunshine Fairy will be there with lovely bath and body products
Wendy Thibodeau will have her beautiful leather works and jewelry
We look forward to seeing you!
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Furnace, Gas, Electrical and Plumbing rules and the State Building Code and Canaan Building Permits
NEXT MEETING - FEBRUARY 21, 2017
All commercial buildings require permits to do electrical, plumbing, gas and furnace work. This includes replacements as well as initial construction.
Code compliance is not Zoning where someone is told what they can do or not do on their property. It is a set of NH State rules that say if you are doing construction, you have to do it safely.
State law and regulations require that new construction in homes must be in accordance with the State Building Code which for the most part is the International Building Code.
Failure to meet code can be dangerous, may impact insurance, may prevent occupancy and may prevent property sales and financing. All of these requirements are becoming more important.
Canaan is looking at a way to let all builders, including home owners, know what the requirements are and to allow State Permitting by Notification and Certification. Under this plan, applicants for a Canaan Building Permit for major construction including major repair or replacement work would have to have a plumber or electrician or a gas technician or the homeowner themselves (single family homeowners only) certify that the work was done in accordance with code. Specific plans are not required. What is required is that someone takes responsibility for the work being done to code.
THIS IS ALL IN DRAFT FORM
This is a look at the proposed new Building Permit Form STILL IN DRAFT FORM.
Click here to look at the draft form and instructions and explanations.
THIS WILL BE DISCUSSED AT THE FEBRUARY 21ST SELECTMEN'S MEETING IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM UNDER THE LIBRARY AT 6 PM. DRAFT COPIES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE TOWN OFFICE STARTING WEDNESDAY THE 15TH.
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HELP WANTED
Qualified Heavy Equipment and Vehicle Lead Mechanic
Responsibilities include repair and preventive maintenance on a variety of heavy duty diesel trucks, construction equipment, fire equipment, solid waste equipment, small engines and police cruisers. Candidates must have the ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair engines, drive-train, hydraulic and electrical systems for heavy equipment, tractors, trucks and automobiles including gas and diesel vehicles. Candidates must have experience with computerized diagnostics including electrical systems. A complete understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, structural design, and electrical skills are necessary, along with all types of welding and fabrication skills. Candidate should have experience with maintenance of fleets with up to twenty five vehicles. A Class A or B CDL license is preferred, along with appropriate certifications as needed. ASE certifications are desirable. Vocational training at either public or private programs is desirable. Must be self directed and coordinate repairs for six departments. Good organization and communication skills are necessary. Familiarity with computerized maintenance records and inventory is desired. A minimum of three (3) years experience is required. Candidates must be available in emergency situations and pass initial and periodic drug screens. Candidates must be located within 45 minutes drive time of Canaan. Current salary range is $38,912 to $45,027 depending on qualifications. We offer excellent benefits including health, dental, short-term disability, life insurance and retirement. Please submit resume, application and cover letter. Job Application may be found at canaannh.org under downloadable forms or by picking up an application at the Town offices at 1169 US 4 in Canaan. Applications should be submitted to Town of Canaan, PO Box 38, Canaan, NH 03741 or by email to townadmin@canaannh.org. Call 603-523-4501 x 5 for information.
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Mascoma Community Health Center
Latest pictures!
Work is progressing!
So is hiring! Click below to go to the website and check out the hiring notices.
Click here for more information!
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Happening this week:
Full Details and all the upcoming Events available on the Town Website.
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Shop Local:
In response to your feedback, all advertising will now be included at the end of this mailing service. Local business is important,and part of who we are as a town. The Town is working hard to increase local commercial activity to reduce property taxes. That said, we understand that it should hold its own place for those more interested in the news.
We hope that more businesses will take the opportunity to let local people know about the services and sales that could be of benefit to Canaan residents. All ads are free, and may include photos.If your business would like to advertise here, please email a word document (or other editable format) to townadmin@canaannh.org. Advertising is limited to Canaan Businesses, and businesses must present copy that appropriate to a general audience. All ads are subject to approval.The Town reserves the right to restrict overuse.
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