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by Barbara OBrien
At the urging of Windham residents who might be
affected by the proposed Kinder-Morgan pipeline,
selectmen agreed to send a letter to the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission voicing their opposition to the
project, as currently proposed. Identical letters will also
be sent to Kinder Morgan, National Grid and Eversource
Energy (formerly Public Service of New Hampshire).
Determining how to word the letter seemed to
be the biggest obstacle for town officials, although
all five of them agreed in substance. The reason for
selectmens opposition to the interstate natural gas line
project is due to the likelihood that it will encroach on
private property. According to the current proposal,
46 Windham property owners could be affected.
Selectmen want the new pipeline to be laid within the
utility right-of-way, already existing in the northwest
section of Windham.
The letter to voice opposition to the proposal was
approved by a unanimous decision (5 to 0). A second
condition added to the letter, however, did not result
in unanimous agreement, but did pass. This second
condition stated that, not only would the new pipeline
not encroach on these private properties, but also
that any construction work done during the project
would not impact these parcels of land. The second
stipulation put forth by selectmen passed by a vote of
3 to 2. Voting in favor of the second condition were
Chairman Al Letizio, Jr. and Selectmen Ross McLeod
and Bruce Breton. Voting against the second condition
were Vice-Chairman Joel Desilets and Selectman Roger
Hohenberger. Desilets said he was opposed to the
second stipulation as he feels Kinder Morgan should just
come back with another plan. Town officials shouldnt
be doing Kinder Morgans work for them, Desilets said.
The second demand came about after Windham
resident Don Johnson said he believes that, even if
the pipeline is put inside the existing right-of-way,
construction companies would still need to clear a
significant area to provide access to the right-of-way.
Johnson said the proposed location for the pipeline
could cause problems with his artesian well. Johnson
expressed his appreciation to selectmen and Town
Administrator David Sullivan for their tenacious efforts
in attempting to get answers from Kinder Morgan, as to
the status of its proposal.
During presentations given by representatives of
Kinder Morgan earlier this year, it was intimated that
the company was discussing the possibility of the
new pipeline sharing space with National Grid and
Eversource Energy. Sullivan said it has been difficult,
however, to get a direct answer from Kinder Morgan as
to what the status of those discussions might be.
In recent communication with National Grid, Sullivan
said he was told that the electric company is not
actively negotiating with Kinder Morgan, but, rather,
is still in the process of ascertaining the feasibility of
sharing the right-of-way. National Grid representatives
also said that they would commence negotiations with
Kinder-Morgan only if it is determined that there would
be no detriment to their electricity transmission lines.
Through communications with Eversource Energy,
Sullivan learned that Eversource would be willing to
consider Kinder Morgans proposed use of the existing
right-of-way, but is not negotiating with the firm at the
present time. Selectman Breton said he feels that Kinder
Morgans proposal is at the mercy of Eversource.
Kinder Morgan has reportedly said that it has an
active agreement to consider the feasibility of colocation in the existing right-of-way, including in the
Town of Windham. Kinder-Morgans current proposal,
however, shows the new pipeline would be located
approximately five feet outside the existing right-of-way.
Sullivan was told by several representatives of these
companies that a feasibility study could take about
six months to complete. This raises concerns with
local officials and affected property owners, as Kinder
Morgan is expected to file its proposal with the Federal
Energy Regulatory Commission this coming September;
only four months away.
Selectman McLeod said he generally supports
enhancing energy infrastructure and likes the idea of
more tax revenue being brought in by the completion of
the pipeline, however, he also said he is very concerned
about the lack of response and information forthcoming
from Kinder Morgan.
Selectman Desilets said he doesnt believe its Kinder
Morgans intent to install the new pipeline within
the existing cleared right-of-way. I dont believe its
feasible to have all those lines in such a compact area,
Desilets said. Both Desilets and Hohenberger also
said they dont oppose infrastructure development in
general. I feel theres a way for Kinder Morgan to do
this without a significant impact to Windham, Desilets
added.
by Len Lathrop
Apple-shaped cookies meant so much to both the makers and the eaters, as the
residents at Windham Terrace wanted to make Teacher Appreciation Week something
special.
Teachers are often unsung heroes despite the vital work they do every day in
the classroom. Every state across the country is dealing with education
budget cuts and expanding class sizes. Despite the many obstacles
stacked against teachers these days, hundreds of men and women
in the Windham area walk into the classroom each day in hopes
of inspiring our next generation.
Friday morning, May 1, found residents at Windham Terrace
baking the treats to bring to Golden Brook and Windham
High schools. The goal was to have 100 cookies rolled, cut,
baked and then decorated. Several retired teachers who
live at Windham Terrace Assisted Living know the joys and
challenges that come with educating the next generation.
Working the dough on Friday was Lois McCarthy, who
was a teacher and principal at two schools
in Melrose, Mass. Before retirement,
Dru Calitri taught both chemistry and
piano. Both related some stories
and memories of their days in the
classroom, and they highlighted the
importance of recognizing teachers
for their unmatched dedication. The
nationally recognized week is a time
to thank teachers for the sacrifices they
make and the support they give students
throughout the year
The finished cookies are ready to be passed out at
Dot Nelson could roll and cut the cookies as fast as they could be baked.
both Windham High and Golden Brook schools.
by Barbara OBrien
Virtually no one disputes that Windham schools are overcrowded and
that lack of space has affected educational programs. What to do about the
situation has been the hang-up, however, for several years already.
In two consecutive years, voters overwhelmingly voted down adding a fifth
school to the district; a seventh- and eighth-grade facility that would have
been located on land off London Bridge Road. In 2014, no proposal was put
forth for voter consideration. And, most recently, this past March, the majority
of voters turned down what was labeled Option 2. This particular choice
would have included an addition and major renovations to Golden Brook,
plus renovations to Windham Middle School. Option 2 was not put forth by
the Windham School Board, however. It went to voters through a citizenpetitioned warrant article; one that did not carry the endorsement of the entire
school board.
Shortly after the election this past March, members of the Citizen Facilities
Committee resumed their meetings, subsequently revising Option 2. They
presented their latest proposal to the full school board during its meeting on
April 21. The goal of the Citizen Facilities Committee is to address capital
issues and to present the school board with an option that would reduce
overcrowding. Horrigan said committee members solicited an extensive
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