Board of Selectmen

SALEM: THE GATEWAY to NEW HAMPSHIRE

The Salem Town Seal, with its motto, "Industry, Commerce, Recreation," serves as a perfect backdrop for the community's unique assets - location, accessibility, unspoiled natural resources and a pro-business attitude. It's a combination that will serve as a guide to prosperity well into the new century.

Salem mixes small town, rural living with the advantages offered by a city. Add to that being located in "the most livable" state in the country, one of the most favorable business climates anywhere, easy access to Boston (not to mention the entire Northeast and Canada) and an educated, highly motivated and dedicated workforce and you have the ideal place to live, work and raise a family.

Meet the Board of Selectmen:

The duty of the Board of Selectmen, as per RSA 41:8, is to "manage the prudential affairs of the town". The Board of Selectmen establish policies, set the long term goals and direction for the provision of municipal services, and review and authorize budgetary expenditures and other appropriations deemed necessary for municipal services.

While the members of the Board of Selectmen are not generally in the administrative offices during the day, any inquiries, concerns, or issues can be addressed by the Administrative staff and/or the Town Manager, Keith R. Hickey. In addition, the Selectmen may be reached at their homes, if desired, or you may mail correspondence to them at the Salem Town Hall, 33 Geremonty Drive, Salem, NH 03079, or e-mail the Board of Selectmen at:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   Currently, the individuals serving as your Board of Selectmen are:

  • Patrick M. Hargreaves, Chairman, 603-893-9334, term ends March 2013, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
    • Committee Representation:
      • Council on Aging
      • Field of Dreams
      • Recreation Advisory Committee
      • SE Regional HazMat Handling
      • Historic District Commission (alternate)
      • Museum Committee (alternate)
  • James S. Keller, Vice-Chairman, 603-893-1685, term ends March 2015, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
    • Committee Representation:
      • Economic Development Action Committee
      • Planning Board
      • Chamber of Commerce (alternate)
  • Michael J. Lyons, Secretary, 603-898-0536, term ends March 2014, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
    • Committee Representation:
      • Greater Lawrence Sanitary District Commission
      • Town-wide Road Stabilization Committee
      • Economic Development Action Committee (alternate)
      • Planning Board (alternate)
  • Stephen F. Campbell, 603-893-0743, term ends March 2014, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
    • Committee Representation:
      • Budget Committee
      • Historic District Commission
      • Museum Committee
  • Everett P. McBride, Jr., 603-893-2031, term ends March 2015, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
    • Committee Representation:
      • Chamber of Commerce
      • Conservation Commission
      • Recreation Advisory Committee (alternate)
      • Budget Committee (alternate)
      • Field of Dreams (alternate)
      • Greater Lawrence Sanitary District (alternate)


Mission Statement:

The Town of Salem, as the Gateway to New Hampshire, is dedicated to continuously improving the quality of life for all residents by promoting its location, accessibility, unspoiled natural resources, and pro-business attitude.


Beliefs:

  • We will ensure that our municipal services are second to none.
  • We will champion the advantages of rural living by acknowledging and promoting policies and programs that stress the importance of the family and thus the community.
  • We are committed to providing comprehensive services that add value to the health, safety and general well-being of the community.
  • We will maximize the human and natural resources of the community by supporting the need for a well educated, highly motivated, and dedicated workforce.

 

Bylaws:

Board of Selectmen Bylaws


Meeting Schedule:

Monthly at Town Hall (Knightly Room), 1st, 2nd, and 4th Monday at 7:00 p.m.

 

Minutes, Agendas and Video:

 

Vacancies on Boards, Committees & Commissions are routinely open in April and November of each year. An application must be completed and submitted to the Town Manager's office. Exceptions are elected positions. Please contact the Town Manager's office for further information regarding any vacancies, (603) 890-2120.