A news round-up from the Town of Henniker, NH |
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That's it... I'm sick of it, I've had enough!!!
You felt that, didn't you? Whether you are thinking of COVID-19, social unrest, news-entertainment reporting, excessive political jousting, fake friends, diminishing health, risky relationships or simply that winter is upon us. So there you go, now what? Some of the people you know have retreated to a SSS. I don't mean staff summary sheet or small shelter system, I am talking about sitting in silence and suffering.
More people have hurt themselves or others at a disproportionate rate during these last seven months. Compliance and civility has been reported to be in flux across the Nation. So what can be done? Where can one turn for assistance? I have spoken with solid sources for consideration in recent months. What I have learned is that there are many points of pain that are unaddressed and potentially getting more intense when only people involved in the household know what is going on.
When things don't go so well one would be at risk for feeling excessive guilt or shame. This would be another opportunity to have a perception of low self-worth or confidence. I have heard it said that guilt is something that one feels after they have done something wrong, and shame is when a person feels that they are wrong. There is a significant difference in the weight of both, either way, it is a heavy burden.
So how do we deal with this? We need to speak to people we can trust in order to allow oneself to walk the path towards healing internally. Some may use the arts for a reprieve from the daily grind. For those that are used to being in group activities, find ways to virtually gather, compete or collaborate. An example is musicians are still performing from individual locations, as a band, using video conference technology. The platforms and potentials are practically perpetual.
What will you do from now through the end of 2021 to enhance your communities, families and spheres of influence?
We must take purposeful actions, in realistic steps and measures to effectuate positive change. I encourage you to use your fears and emotions as fuel towards legitimate and sustainable civil engagement. Use your passion, platform, podium, pulpit, profession, posts, and even your politics to promote proper people performances!
Don't we all desire and deserve this? What will you do? That's a real question! Leaders lead!
Joe
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Holiday Schedule for Town Departments
December 24 & 25, 2020 closed
December 31, 2020 closing at 3:00pm
January 1, 2021 closed
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1st Annual
Henniker's Lights, Sights, Holiday Nights Decorating Contest
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Registration is open but closes on Monday December 14, 2020!
Judging will take place Tuesday December 15th through Sunday December 20th from 4:30pm to 10:00pm (Don't forget to turn your lights on!)
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Please follow the link below for a map of all the properties participating in the contest:
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TOWN OF HENNIKER UPDATE ON COVID-19
As of December 9, 2020 we have 20 active cases (0.41% of population), 95 cumulative cases (2% of population) and 2,553 people have been tested (53% of population). The positivity rate for Henniker is currently at 11.1%. (Positivity rate refers to the percentage of all coronavirus tests that have come back positive.)
A few basic tips on COVID-19 pandemic hygiene:
- Continue to wear a mask, wash hands frequently, and maintain physical distancing of six feet or more;
- Avoid large gatherings;
- Limit your close contacts. A close contact is defined as someone who was within six feet of an infected person for at least 10 minutes starting from two days before illness onset (or, for asymptomatic cases, two days prior to positive specimen collection) until the time the patient is isolated. Reducing close contacts decreases the likelihood of contracting COVID-19;
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If you are in quarantine, follow the rules and stay in quarantine.
Common symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, shortness of breath, fatigue, chills, muscle aches, loss of taste and smell and, in severe cases, difficulty breathing, nausea or vomiting, and diarrhea. For more about the symptoms of COVID-19, go to CDC COVID-19 FAQs.
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Executive Secretary/Office Manager
The Executive Secretary/Office Manager assists the Town Administrator in all tasks relating to the operation and supervision of the Selectmen's office and town departments; supports the Town Planner by coordinating all functions of the Planning and Zoning Boards; is the primary contact with the public concerning land use matters and maintains the town website and other social media efforts. Additional responsibilities include coordinating, assembling and posting agenda documents for Select Board Meetings and maintaining meeting files. Applicants must possess proficient computer skills, excellent writing, editing and organizational abilities and must be able to prioritize multiple tasks. The ideal candidate will foster teamwork, possess strong interpersonal skills and communicate effectively in the workplace.
Please send resume and cover letter to Town Administrator Joseph R. Devine Jr.
Town of Henniker, 18 Depot Hill Road, Henniker, NH 03242 or
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
A complete job description is available at:
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December 14, 2020 - Road Management Meeting
December 15, 2020 - Select Board Meeting
December 17, 2020 - Capital Improvement Committee Meeting
December 23, 2020 - Planning Board Meeting
January 5, 2021 - Select Board Meeting
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PACKAGE THEFT
With the holiday season upon us, and online shopping at a record high, Chief French is recommending the following tips to make sure you get packages securely in the coming weeks.
- If you can, and are not working from home, have your package delivered to your office or workplace.
- Have your deliveries sent to a friend or relative who you know will be home.
- Have packages held at the Post Office for pickup.
- Install a camera or other security device to monitor the area where packages are dropped off.
- Track deliveries and request carriers to leave packages in an obscure location on your property where someone driving by may not see it.
- Bring packages inside as soon as possible. Leaving a stack of boxes by your front door is an invitation to those looking to steal what you have ordered!
If you notice suspicious activity in your neighborhood, especially out of place vehicles or people without carrier uniforms going to houses and moving packages, please contact the Henniker Police immediately.
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MAILBOX ORDINANCE - CHAPTER 97
Revision adopted June 2, 2009
The Town of Henniker Highway Department/Board of Selectmen is not responsible for damage to, but not limited to, mailboxes, fences, stonewalls, lawns, driveways or any other object(s) placed within the ‘right of way’ of any town road or street. The town’s Highway Department utilizes plowing equipment that is able to freely pass along or under a mailbox that conforms to a 44” (the average prescribed by the US Postal Dept. recommendations) height from ground to bottom of mailbox.
It is the responsibility of the owner of such property to replace or repair anything within the town ‘right of way’ that has been damaged as a result of town road maintenance. It is also the responsibility of the property owner to adhere to the Federal Government guide referring to the erecting of mailboxes published by the U.S. Postal Service.
If you have any questions, please contact Road Agent Leo Aucoin at 428-7200.
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Winter Overnight Parking Ban
November 1st to April 15th
No person shall park or leave standing any motor vehicle on any public street or highway from November 1 to April 15 of each year, between the hours 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m
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The Henniker Beautification Alliance and Henniker Rotary have been busy getting the wreaths ready for downtown. They hung them the weekend of December 5th. We can’t thank all the volunteers enough for helping make Henniker the best!!! |
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Tax Comparison and Breakdown |
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Update from Tucker Free Library!!!
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The Tucker Free Library has returned to Curbside Service due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in Henniker. Please RETURN & PICK-UP library materials at the front door. Library hours remain the same: Tuesday – Saturday 10-3 PM & Thursday 5-7 PM |
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HENNIKER HOLIDAY SPIRIT INITIATIVE
The library is taking part in the Henniker Decorating Contest with the Friends of the Library doing the “heavy lifting”! Make sure you stop by to see the results.
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PAGE TURNERS BOOK GROUP is back in action! A joint project of White Birch Community Center and Tucker Free Library, the group resumed meeting by Zoom last month to discuss Ann Patchett’s The Dutch House. This month’s selection is The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson. The meeting will be held Tuesday, December 15, at 11 AM - a Zoom invite will be sent out prior to the meeting. There are plenty of copies available at the library – just give us a call and we will check a copy out to you and place it in a brown paper bag in the library vestibule. You can pick up your copy Tuesday-Saturday 10-3 PM or Thursday 5-7 PM
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THE LIBRARY IS ALWAYS OPEN FOR ECONTENT!
Remember, you can access NH Downloadable Books 24/7. Call if you need any help or have questions. Learn how to use ebooks and audiobooks here
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This delightful make-at-home craft will be available for pick up starting Wednesday, December 9th in the library’s front vestibule. No need to order ahead, just come during open hours and find the kits with directions and parts on the shelf!
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Check out our website and catalog. We have helpful videos on how to use our catalog to reserve books and how to use NH Downloadable.
Like us on Facebook to see what’s happening at your library!
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Share your photos in the 2020 Henniker Annual Town Report
Submit your photos of Henniker town events, buildings, scenery, animals, etc. to be included in the town’s annual report or web site with a photo credit. No hard copies or watermarks. Forward photos and questions to Jean via email
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Joe
Joseph R. Devine, Jr - Town Administrator
Town of Henniker
a: 18 Depot Hill Rd., Henniker, NH 03242 USA
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