Volume 12, Issue 19 Online Version! July 31, 2020

Bristol Town Office Reopening With Modifications

The Bristol Select Board and Town Administrator have continued to monitor the COVID-19 situation in Bristol,

Grafton County and the State. The active cases in Bristol, the County and State all appear stable at this time.

While there are risks associated with reopening the Town Office at 5 School Street now while the region is in

peak summer mode, we feel that we have put in place procedures and policies that will mitigate as many risks

as possible. For this reason, and in consultation with public health officials, the Town Office will reopen on

Monday, August 3, at 8:00am and will resume pre-COVID office hours. This includes Monday through Friday

8:00am-4:00pm for all offices, and Wednesdays until 7:00pm for the Town Clerk/Tax Collector.

The following outlines the “re-opening plan,” which will be subject to change if and as the conditions change. If

cases begin to increase again, procedures put in place can include closing the physical space again and going

back to a “Virtual Town Office.”

One thing we wish to emphasize is patience and respect for everyone. Unfortunately, a number of individuals

have chosen to spend the last four months vandalizing Town property and have been physically and verbally

confrontational to many staff members from all departments. It has taken a toll on employees who are also

facing the same challenges you are. We understand that this ever-changing environment has been hard on

everyone, but we do not accept that employees and Town property be treated poorly. We are all doing our best

to provide the best service we can during this time and will continue to do everything we can to provide a good

customer experience, albeit a different one during this time. We appreciate your understanding and look

forward to working with you.

Online and Other Business Options:

We continue to encourage customers to conduct business whenever possible through the green drop box at the

front of the Town Office, online through the Town’s website at www.townofbristolnh.org, over the phone, by

mail, or email. At the bottom of this release is the contact information for staff contacts. You may contact these

departments during normal business hours.

To accommodate re-opening the building, we have developed the following processes which will be in effect

until further notice. These practices are based upon public health guidelines and are designed to keep both our

employees and the public safe. Please note that certain departments may need to adapt procedures specific to

their area of the building and services.

Conducting Business in Person:

Town Clerk/Tax Collector staff will allow two customers at a time in their lobby, which will be separated by a

screen. Land Use and Town Administrator/Finance staff will allow one customer or family unit at a time in their

lobbies. Please look before entering the building. If the lobbies are at capacity, please wait outside until space is

available and then enter. If you are not sure, please call 744-3354 and the extension for the staff person which is

listed below.

All transactions shall be conducted by Town employees located behind the glass windows of the Town

Clerk/Tax Collector, Land Use and Town Administrator/Finance.

Meetings:

The main meeting room will be the only meeting room available for committee meetings. Furniture will be

arranged according to CDC, DHHS, and Emergency Order guidelines.

The Select Board and other committees will hold in-person meetings at the Town Office. The public will have

the ability to attend meetings. Select Board meetings will be livestreamed on Atlantic Broadband Channel 24

and the public can participate by calling 744-3354 x 190 then entering the password 1111#.

Building Processes and Adaptations:

The Town Office has been sanitized and will continue to be thoroughly cleaned every day.

Hand sanitizer stations have been established throughout the building, and members of the public are asked to

use such hand sanitizer prior to entering any department.

Glass transaction windows are at all customer service counters.

Whenever possible, we ask customers stand 6 feet back from the customer service counter.

Upon entry, customers are strongly encouraged to wear a face covering to promote the safety of our employees.

If customers don't have one, they will be offered one upon entry into the building. Employees will also wear

face coverings during transactions to promote the safety of our customers.

Employees will be vigilant in monitoring their health, and those who are sick or not feeling well will stay home.

Unless it is necessary for face-to-face contact when responding to an inquiry from the public, employees will

respond via telephone or email.

If an in-person conversation occurs, everyone is asked to maintain a 6 foot distance whenever possible, and if

not possible, we encourage everyone to wear a face covering or meet outside.

Be Prepared and Be Flexible:

Department Heads have been instructed to plan for potential COVID cases in the event we experience higher

than usual absenteeism. This may include rotating groups of employees to work from home/work on-site, so we

ask for your continued understanding and flexibility regarding our ability to serve you.

We continue to be committed to timely and ongoing communication about any and all changes to our operating

status as well as any recommendations to the public from public health and other government officials. Updated

information can be found on the front page in the news section of the Town website at

www.townofbristolnh.org, Town’s Facebook page (“Town of Bristol”), and public access television channel.

How To Complete Virtual Transactions:

Website: The Town website address is www.townofbristolnh.org, and we encourage you to visit the website

frequently for new information and updates.

Town Office Mailing Address: Should you need mail anything to the Town Office, the address is as follows:

(Specify which Department, if possible)

Bristol Town Office

5 School Street

Bristol, NH 03222

Drop Box: In front of the Town Clerk/Meeting Room entrance to Town Office, there is a secure, green drop box

where you may drop off checks (NO CASH) or other paperwork. Should your paperwork not fit, please refer to

the list of contacts below to make alternative arrangements.

Town Office General Telephone Number: 744-3354 (See contacts below for specific extensions).

Transactions: The following is a list of the transactions most often performed for our residents in the Town

Office.

Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s Office: Use the following options listed below OR call 744-3354 then choose

option 2

• Beach Passes: In person or by mail

• Transfer Station Passes: In person or by mail

• Renewal of a car registration: In person or online - Can be done online via our website portal:

https://www.townofbristolnh.org/home/pages/online-payments

• Registration and title transfers of a newly purchased vehicle: In person

• Copies of vital records (birth or death certificates): In person or online - Can be requested online via our

website portal at https://www.townofbristolnh.org/town-clerk-tax-collector/pages/vital-statistics

• Tax, Water and Sewer payments: Can be made in one of four ways: (1) In person; (2) online via our

website portal at https://www.townofbristolnh.org/home/pages/online-payments; (3) via mail (checks

ONLY); or (4) via dropping your check in the drop box (again, no cash).

• Dog licensing: In person or online - Renewals can be done online at

https://www.townofbristolnh.org/home/pages/online-payments

• Boat registration: In person

• Voter Registration: In person

• General tax, records or voting questions: In person or call or email Town Clerk/Tax Collector Raymah

Simpson at rsimpson@townofbristolnh.org

Assessing Office: Use the following options listed below OR call 744-3354 then choose option 4 to ask a

question.

• Property Record Cards: In person or can be accessed on the Assessing page of the website at

https://www.townofbristolnh.org/assessing-department

• Filing for Exemptions and Credits: In person or information for verification or renewal can be sent by

mail or dropped off in the drop box

• Intents to Cut and Intents to Excavate: In person or can be mailed or scanned/sent to Land

Use/Assessing Manager Christina Goodwin at assessing@townofbristolnh.org

• General Assessing questions, call or email Christina Goodwin at assessing@townofbristolnh.org

Land Use/Permitting/Health Office: Use the following options listed below OR call 744-3354 then choose

option 5 to ask a question.

• Land Use permits: In person or online - Permit applications are available on the Town website at

https://www.townofbristolnh.org/permitting-and-enforcement and will be accepted via email, mail or

drop box outside the Town Office. Payments are to be made by check only. Should you need to drop off

plans or applications which will not fit in the drop box, please call.

• Building plan reviews: In person or will be accepted via email, mail or drop box outside the Town

Office.

• Verification of Owners on Abutters List: In person or already created abutters lists can be emailed for

ownership verification to Planner Tyler Simonds at planner@townofbristolnh.org

• To file land use board submissions (including Planning Board, Zoning Board, Conservation

Commission), or to review property files, site plans, subdivision plans, etc.: In person or call.

• GIS/Maps: In person, call or visit https://www.townofbristolnh.org/assessing-department

Human Services: Call 744-2522. Messages are checked daily and responded to as soon as possible.

Applications for assistance can be picked up or dropped off at the Town Office or accessed at

https://www.townofbristolnh.org/human-services-department and emailed to

humanservices@townofbristolnh.org

Finance/Human Resources: Use the following options listed below OR call 744-3354 then choose option 6 to

ask a question.

• Finance information can be accessed at https://www.townofbristolnh.org/finance-office

• Job and board opportunities can be accessed at https://www.townofbristolnh.org/employee-human-

resources

Other Non-Town Office Departments:

• Fire Department: Dial 911 for emergencies; for non-emergencies call 744-2632.

• Police Department: Dial 911 for emergencies; for non-emergencies call 744-2632 during business hours

or 24 Hour Dispatch at 744-2212.

• Minot-Sleeper Library: Call 744-3352.

• Driveway Permits, road-related issues, snow plowing and roadway drainage: Contact Highway

Department Superintendent Mark Bucklin at mbucklin@townofbristolnh.org or 744-2441.

• Trash and Recycling general questions: Contact Highway Department Superintendent Mark Bucklin at

mbucklin@townofbristolnh.org or 744-2441.

• Water/Sewer related questions: Contact Water/Sewer Office Manager Audrey Landry at

wateroffice@townofbristolnh.org or 744-8411.

Parks, Trails & Playgrounds:

The Town works closely with the Tapply-Thompson Community Center to provide recreation opportunities in

the community. Kelley Park, Eagle Scout Park, Millstream Park, the bike path, and Pemi Trail/Bristol Falls

Park are open to the public. Check Kelley Park for more details on adaptations in place.

Beaches:

Beach parking is available to pass holders which include Bristol taxpayers, those who rent in Bristol, and guests

of taxpayers. For more information, go to https://www.townofbristolnh.org/town-beaches

Events:

For more information about events, go to https://www.townofbristolnh.org/community-events-committee

11TH ANNUAL “RUN YOUR BUNS OFF” RACE IS GOING

VIRTUAL RACE COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES THIS IS THEIR YEAR OF GIVING BACK

The Newfound Area Charitable Fund (NACF) has announced plans for the 11th Annual Run Your Buns Off 4.2 Miler. This year’s 4.2 mile road race will be virtual so that everyone near and far will be able to participate and stay safe, and we guarantee it’ll be every bit as much fun! So, to accommodate the times we are living in, the NACF Board decided to do something a little different – make this year be all about giving back! That’s right, we’ve deemed this year our “Year of Giving Back” where we get to thank you - our loyal sponsors, runners, walkers and volunteers by making this year’s event completely FREE and all about lighthearted FUN.

Keeping in line with our theme of giving back to our generous sponsors, donors and racers who have collectively allowed us to contribute over $65,000 back to non-profits in the community over the past ten years, we are not seeking funding from anyone or charging a race registration fee. Instead, the Run Your Buns Off committee has partnered with the NH Food Bank to host a mobile food pantry to support families and individuals in the greater Newfound area struggling with food insecurity. The event will be hosted on January 30, 2021, a time when food insecurity is at its peak. Given the buying power that the NH Food Bank has, it allows them to provide two full meals for just $1.00. That means a $5.00 donation can provide 10 meals and a $10.00 donation could provide 20 meals! Hosting a mobile food pantry costs $7,500 to guarantee a truckload of quality food for families. Although this is our gift to you, if you are interested in helping donate to this cause, we thank you in advance and you can find a link to do so on the registration page. We are all in this together!

So what are you waiting for? Registration is now open (and did we mention, it’s FREE!) visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/NH/Bristol/RunYourBunsOff42MilerVirtualRunWalk and then go lace up those running/walking shoes. Participants can log their 4.2 miles from anywhere in the country or we welcome you to stop by Basic Ingredients bakery in Bristol, NH and run the actual RYBO course if you’d like. Just log your miles anytime between August 1 and September 5, 2020 (the date of our original road race). Then, we hope you’ll post fun pics of your walk or run and share them with our followers on our Facebook page.

So, c’mon Newfound Community and beyond, we hope you will register today and join in on some Newfound free fun! Oh, and we didn’t forget that infamous to-die-for sticky bun when you finish the race – well, this year you may not have it hot and waiting for you at the finish line, but upon completion of your walk or run, you will receive an emailed certificate entitling you to one free sticky bun at Basic Ingredients if you’re in the area to redeem it this season. How fun is that?!

Newfound Lake Region Association

Photo Caption: Martin Kimball, this year's winner, finished with a time of 1 hour and 29 minutes.

NLRA Around the Lake Sailing Race

Hebron—Sailors gathered on Saturday, July 18 for the Newfound Lake Region Association’s annual Around the Lake Sailing Race. Five boats took off from Grey Rocks Conservation Area at 1:30pm and made a stunningly colorful spectacle as they made their way around Newfound Lake. “Sailing is one of the most amazing ways to get around the lake. It’s peaceful but fast and doesn’t impact the lake with fossil fuels or a big wake” says Andrew Veilleux, NLRA’s program manager and the organizer of the annual race.

Even sailboats, however, can potentially introduce invasive species into the lake, and it’s important all boaters remember to clean, drain, and dry their boats and trailers. Invasive species like variable milfoil and the Chinese mystery snail can hitch a ride on boats, boat trailers, and ballast tanks when they go from one water body to another. NLRA’s volunteer Weed Watchers and Lake Hosts monitor Newfound Lake for invasive species and offer courtesy boat inspections to boaters. So far, Newfound Lake remains free of all invasive aquatic species, and Saturday’s race participants took care to keep it that way.

Scott Wilkas, who has been sailing for many years on Newfound, quickly pulled into the lead, with the flashy pink and white sail of Martin Kimball’s Hobie 18 just behind. Kimball eventually took the lead and reached the finish line with a time of 1 hour and 29 minutes to be this year’s first place finisher. Wilkas took second place with a time of 1 hour and 46 minutes, followed by Tripp Blair, the only boat that wasn’t a catamaran, with a time of 2 hours and 44 minutes.

Anyone interested in sailing on Newfound should consider joining the Newfound Lake Sailing Club (Find them on Facebook) or contact Andrew Veilleux at andrew@newfoundlake.org. You can learn more about boating on Newfound Lake and how to protect the Lake from invasive species, shoreline erosion, and other threats by visiting the NLRA website www.newfoundlake.org/boating. Audrey West, Membership Manager Newfound Lake Region Association 10 North Main St. Unit 1 Bristol, NH 03222 (603) 744-8689 Audrey@NewfoundLake.org www.NewfoundLake.org The Newfound Lake Region Association's mission is to protect Newfound Lake and its watershed. The Association promotes conservation and preservation of the region's natural, social and economic resources through education, programs and collaboration.

NHDES Wants Residents to Take Care of Their Septic Systems

Concord, NH - The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) urges

residents to be cautious with the use of strong antibacterial cleaning materials and disposing of

those materials in septic systems. Introducing large volumes of these cleaning agents to septic

system can have detrimental effect on the bacteria that are vital to the function of a healthy

system. Without the essential bacteria in a septic tank and/or in the effluent disposal area

(leachfield) the system will prematurely fail resulting in the system having to be replaced.

Replacing a system in failure can be a very expensive undertaking that could be avoided with

careful and proper use.

NHDES has noticed increased percentage of applications to replace failed individual sewage

disposal systems (septic systems) over that last few months as compared to 2019. During the

spring months, NHDES normally receives higher numbers of applications for the replacement

of failed systems most likely due to amount of rain and snow melt. However, this year due to

the coronavirus pandemic, many people are now working remotely from home. A hydraulic

overload on systems (too much water) resulting from the increased use of home septic systems

may be contributing to the increased number of failures. Equally important to consider is the

disposal of strong cleaning materials in septic systems. The Centers for Disease Control and

Prevention, and the New Hampshire State Government encourage regular personal hygiene and

extensive cleaning of homes and businesses to deter the spread of the virus, but be careful as to

the amount of these cleaning solutions go down the drain to your septic system.

If you have not yet, please also read the NHDES Press Release dated March 24, 2020 regarding

what materials should and should not be flushed down the toilet. This press release can be

found at https://www.des.nh.gov/media/pr/2020/20200324-flush.htm. Additionally, NHDES

wants to remind residents that septic tanks should be pumped every three to five years. More

information about proper septic system maintenance can be found at https://getpumpednh.com/

.

If you have additional questions, please contact Jim Martin, NHDES Public Information

Officer, at james.martin@des.nh.gov or (603) 271-3710.

GREENWorks Ideas for a Cleaner Environment A publication of the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, Concord, NH (603) 271-3710

July 2020

When in Drought, Curb Your Water Use A drought occurs when a region experiences below-average precipitation over an extended period of time, resulting in low stream flows and low surface water and groundwater levels. Because New Hampshire appears water rich in comparison to many other regions of the United States, people mistakenly think the occurrence of drought is a rare event. In actuality, New Hampshire experiences drought quite frequently. For example, between the years 2000 and 2020, drought conditions occurred within 11 of those 20 years. During the majority of these instances, drought conditions came and went quickly with minimal impact felt. In other instances, such as the 2001-2003 drought or the 2016 drought, conditions intensified to the point where hundreds of wells went dry and agriculture operations struggled. How can this be when New Hampshire receives so much precipitation and there are lakes, ponds and rivers around every corner? The state’s watersheds and reservoirs are small and groundwater is held mostly in narrow bedrock fractures, which limits the state’s water storage capacity leaving the state more susceptible to drought conditions. Also, a timely snowmelt of a thick snowpack and early spring showers feed water supplies. If we don’t get those, the window of opportunity to replenish surface water supplies and recharge groundwater levels narrows. If the precipitation deficit continues, groundwater levels and average stream flows will fall much below normal, and the state will experience hydrological drought. As water is a finite resource, to ensure the community’s essential and critical needs continue to be met during a drought, demand must be reduced. When droughts occur, many public water suppliers and towns implement outdoor water use restrictions for the purposes of curbing outdoor residential outdoor water use, which is one of the most effective ways to sustain water supplies during drought. Most outdoor use is nonessential and there is a significant amount to be saved. Outside of energy production, residential water use is the largest consumptive water use in New Hampshire and residential water use increases on average by 30% to 50% in the warmer months due to outdoor water use. In areas where lawn watering is intensive, summer use can increase by 100% to 300%. While restricted outdoor use activities imposed may vary by water supplier or town, everybody has a part to play in protecting water supplies for their community. Below is guidance on what actions to take during drought to protect your utilities’ water supplies and your neighbor’s well:

• Stop watering lawns. A brown dry lawn means the lawn has gone dormant, as lawns do at the end of each growing season. A dormant lawn is conserving its resources. It will green up once more precipitation is received.

• Raise your lawn mower blade height to three inches. Longer grass blades retain moisture better, keep weeds to a minimum, and encourage roots to grow deeper and stronger.

• Mulch the lawn with grass clippings, rather than bagging them. The clippings will serve as nutrients and will help retain moisture.

• Water vegetable gardens by hand as early in the morning as possible, when evaporation rates are low. Check soil moisture depth by sticking your finger 3” to 4” down into the soil. If you have watered enough, your finger should come away damp with only a bit of soil stuck to your finger.

• For those on residential wells, spread out the timing of water use so that multiple water uses do not co-occur and so the well has time to replenish between uses.

• Conserve water by cutting back on shower times, only doing full loads of laundry when necessary, and turning off the faucet while brushing teeth, doing dishes and washing hands.

• Replace old water fixtures and appliances that are wasting water. Top-loading washing machines built before 2003 and toilets older than 1994 are known to be the largest water-wasting culprits in the home. Showerheads older than 1994 can also waste a great deal of water, as can older bathroom sink aerators. Selecting ENERGY STAR® certified machines and replacing old water fixtures with EPA WaterSense certified fixtures is an easy way to ensure you are choosing products that will save water and perform.

• Fix leaks, including running toilets. Running toilets can waste hundreds of gallons a day. Old and worn toilet flappers are often the culprit and are very easy to replace. Also, some toilet leaks can’t be heard. Check for a leak by dropping food coloring (12 drops) or a leak detector dye tablet in the toilet tank. Do not flush for 15 or 20 minutes. If the dye shows up in the bowl, you know that your toilet is running.

To stay informed on the latest drought conditions and current drought-related information, visit the NHDES Drought Management Program webpage.

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Town of Bristol Public Hearing

We are going to have three public info sessions about the sewer project for anyone wishing to learn more about the status of the project,

proposed rates if the project moves ahead, etc.

August 5, September 2, and October 7 All sessions will be 6:30-8:00pm.

At Historic Town Hall (45 Summer Street)

NH Marathon News

NH Marathon supported by Title Sponsor, Hannaford of Bristol

Bristol, NH – With a generous $4,000 donation from store manager Christopher O’Leary of Hannaford Supermarket in Bristol, NH, Hannaford has become the title sponsor for the fourth year running in support of the New Hampshire Marathon.

The NH Marathon, Kirst held in 1993 as a single race event run mainly around Newfound Lake, has evolved into four different race events: the 26.2-mile marathon, a 13.1-mile half marathon, a 10k race, as well as a kids’ marathon, all run on the same day. Now, over 600 runners, hailing from New Hampshire, other states across the US, as well as from abroad, all Klock to Bristol, NH to compete in these prestigious events. Both the marathon and half marathon have been recognized as superior races by Runners’ World and the 100 Half Marathons Club. This year, the 28th NH Marathon events will be held on Saturday, October 3rd, 2020 beginning at 9:00 am. Same day registration opens at 7:00 am and half-marathon runners need to catch a bus to the start line at 8:00 am sharp.

Featured again this year, a Bonus Prize for anyone who beats the course record!

Total prize for 1st place $1,000

Male (1995) – 2h 32m 55s

Female (2001) – 3h 7m 58s

Over the years, donor contributions, race entry fees, and funds from related events have raised over $300,000 to beneKit three local organizations: the Tapply-Thompson Community Center, Circle Program, and Mayhew Program. These non-proKit organizations provide important support to area youth through year-round programs, touching and enriching the lives of over 500 children a year. This work would not be possible without the support of

community partners such as Hannaford Supermarkets and many other local businesses.

Registration for the 28th annual NH Marathon, half marathon, 10k and kids’ run is now open. Access www.nhmarathon.com to complete the application.

Not a runner but want to help the cause? Please use the registration link to sign up to be a volunteer. You can also contact race headquarters at race@nhmarathon.com or call 603-744-2713 for more information.

Teri Bordenave, Interim Executive Circle Program 85 Main Street, P.O. Box 815 Plymouth, N.H. 03264 Phone: (603) 536-4244 Fax: (603) 536-2570 www.circleprogram.org

Warning to be Aware of Scammers

I have been repairing computers since 1981. I have seen so many people taken advantage of as far as their

computer systems online. Right now, there are, and will be people with no conscience, trying to confuse and

scare you into purchasing, and robbing you of your precious funds. Especially during these times. Snakes are

out there as I write this.

As far as online: DO NOT allow any company access to your computer on a cold call. Microsoft or any big

corporation will not have their techs calling you to fix your computer! My rule is, if I need something, I will go

and get it. I will not take any call for sales or service that I did not initiate.

As far as your residence: There are people dressing up as health officials trying to get into homes in several

states. Do not let them in without contacting officials or police. Talk to them through the window and let them

know you want to check with the police first, or whatever official they are representing. Stay safe and be smart!

If you are ever in doubt, hang up the phone or stay away from the door. Shout, your calling the police. I had a

person a month ago telling me I won the Publisher’s Clearing House contest for several hundred thousand

dollars. I asked them, “What is my full name?”, they stalled, and I asked it again. They swore, called me names

and hung up!

Use common sense during these times and stay safe!

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2020 Census Information

The 2020 Census is easy. The questions are simple.

The Census asks questions that provide a snapshot of the nation. Census results affect your voice in

government, how much funding your community receives, and how your community plans for the future. When

you fill out the census you help:

• Determine how many seats your state gets in

Congress

• Guide how more than $675 billion in federal funding is distributed to states and communities each year

• Create jobs, provide housing, prepare for emergencies, and build schools, roads and hospitals

Bristol Residents,

In light of the Governor’s announcement regarding the State of Emergency, we feel the need to be responsible

and safe, and want to keep our residents informed. The Town’s assessors from Commerford Nieder Perkins

will be continuing their data verification procedures for the assessing work that needs to be completed this

year. They will however, not be performing interior inspections at this time, but will knock on your door to let

you know they are there. They will also leave a door tag. If you are home and not feeling well please do not

open the door to greet them, but rather acknowledge their presence through a door or window. However, if

you are able to review your interior information with the assessor at the door please feel free, otherwise at

some point in the future you will receive a letter, or phone call in some instances, to schedule and/or verify

interior information.

The safety of the company’s staff and our residents is top priority so we appreciate your understanding and

cooperation in this matter.

Our Mailing Address: 35 Pleasant Street, Bristol, NH 03222

Check out our website for more info about programs or services offered:

www.minotsleeperlibrary.org

Atlantic Broadband Channel 24 TV Schedule

Bristol, Hebron, Bridgewater, Alexandria, New Hampton

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? GOT INFO? The Bristol Town Crier 5 School Street, Bristol, NH 03222

Crier Online in Color at www.townofbristolnh.org Phone: 238-2552 or Email: bristolmedia@townofbristolnh.org

Town of Bristol Departments and Hours of Operation

(603)-744-3354

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11AM Local Special The Folklorist

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Bristol Energy

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Town Offices - Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Phone - 744-3354

Town Clerk / Tax Collector – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm

Wednesday: 8:00am – 7:00pm, Phone – 744-3354

Transfer Station – Monday, Wednesday: 7:00am – 4:00pm, Saturday: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Phone – 744-2441

Highway Department – Summer Hours: Monday – Thursday: 6:00am – 4:30pm

Winter Hours: Monday – Friday: 7:00am to 3:30pm, Phone – 744-2441

Water & Sewer – Monday – Friday: 7:00am – 3:30pm, Phone – 744-8411

Welfare Office – Wednesdays: 4:30pm – 7:00pm, Phone – 744-2522

Land Use Office – Monday - Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm, 744-3354 x112

Permit Review, Site Visits and Inspections – Scheduled on Monday, Wednesday and Friday only.

Health Officer – Monday - Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Phone – 744-3354

Assessing – Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Assessor by appointment only! Phone – 744-3354

Finance Officer – Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Phone – 744-3354 x 111

Town Administrator - Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Phone – 744-3354

Emergency Numbers

Police Department – 744-6320 or in an emergency 911

Fire Department – 744-2632 or in an emergency 911

Ambulance Service – 744-2632 or in an emergency 911

(Town Offices and related departments in the building (except PD) are closed on Wednesday mornings until

12:00 (to get ready for the move to new offices)).

Bristol, New Hampshire, incorporated in 1819, is a beautiful New England town that encompasses the

southern portion of Newfound Lake, the fifth largest lake in the State. Bristol is located just twenty five miles

northwest of Concord, New Hampshire, New Hampshire’s capital. Bristol offers all the benefits of small town

living, remaining close to major recreational attractions and business centers. The Town of Bristol has a year

round population of approximately 3,300 and a seasonal summer population of approximately 6,500

inhabitants. Town employees, those involved in local government and all of the many volunteers who give so

generously of their time are dedicated to providing the best possible service to our residents, businesses, and

visitors.