Nashua Board of Public Works Meeting - July 30, 2026

The Board of Public Works met on July 30, 2026, to discuss public comments, approve equipment purchases, authorize a new position, and receive project updates. The meeting adjourned at 4:50 PM after a nonpublic session.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Michael Curtin and Wyatt Silly Server, representing Puck Pirates Pond Hockey LLC, proposed a pond hockey tournament on the canal at Mine Falls Park in January. They described their operations plan, safety measures (including waivers, insurance, and first aid staff), and expressed disappointment over the permit denial from Parks and Recreation. They requested reconsideration, noting they are willing to adjust plans. Commissioners explained that safety concerns involve moving water and that the risk management department, fire marshal, and emergency management director are reviewing the application. No decision was made.
• Bill Stashlock, a resident of 11 New South Road, reported a major sewer backup on July 5th that affected him and neighbors. He attributed the problem to a blocked overflow drain at Salmon Brook and urged the city to resolve it. He also listed other affected residents. Commissioner Lisa responded that a meeting with the city engineer and superintendent would be scheduled to discuss the issue.

Discussion Items

• Greeley Park Advisory Committee Referral: No representative was present, so the item was tabled.
• Wastewater Department: Approved the creation of a new assistant superintendent position (Grade 20, unaffiliated) to replace the current operations supervisor, funded from the wastewater operating budget with minimal impact.
• Parks Department Equipment Purchases:
  • Approved 2026 Groundmaster mower for $173,091.95 (including $9,600 trade-in).
  • Approved ABI Force Z23 HLT Laser Ready Infield Groomer for $59,826 to maintain 32 baseball/softball fields.
  • Approved playground structure for Los Amigos Park for $145,000 (capital funded).
  • Approved playground structure for Jeff Morin Park for $153,483 (donation and capital funds).
• Engineering Department:
  • Approved sewer service permits and fees.
  • Approved a pole license petition.
  • Approved contract with Stantec Consulting Services for pavement management services (evaluation of half the roadway network) for $43,700.
  • Approved amendment with CMA Engineers for design of Heritage Rail Trail East Project (Main Street to Denton Street) for $23,362.
• Director's Report: Updates included crosswalk installation on South Main Street, riverfront park landscaping, disc golf park (ribbon cutting in September), citywide striping, solar-powered curve warning signs on Tinker Road, Mine Falls boat ramp painting, fleet repairs, electric dirt bike vandalism, Stella Stadium Gmax testing, Abbott Square renovation, tree work, Fairy Tale Festival (1,000 attendees), summer camps (1,500 children), household hazardous waste collection (scheduled August 8 in Pelham), and Phase 4 of Four Hills Landfill filling beginning.

Key Outcomes

• All motions passed unanimously by voice vote.
• The Greeley Park Advisory Committee referral will be revisited when a representative is present.
• The sewer backup issue will be addressed in a meeting with the city engineer and wastewater superintendent.
• The pond hockey permit request remains under review by risk management.
• The board entered nonpublic session (RSA 91-A:3) for hiring a public employee, then reconvened and voted to seal the minutes of that session.
• Meeting adjourned at 4:50 PM.