Article 21: Road Improvements – $678,300 (State Highway Block Grant Partial Offset)

What it means: Hampton anticipates receiving a NH DOT Highway Grant that helps to maintain Class IV and Class V “highways” (basically compact sections of town roads). Funds are applied to specific projects identified by DPW and approved by the Board of Selectmen. Identifying projects is a fluid process, as many factors can affect priority and feasibility. However, the expected focus of these funds in 2024 includes Old Town Hall parking lot, St. Cyr and Falcone Circle, Roberts Drive, Warner Lane, Rosa Road and Donna Lane.

Those in favor say: This funding helps DPW improve roads that do not have extensive infrastructure issues, but do need top-level repairs. The work helps to return roads to smooth working order. The cost is expected to be partially offset by a block grant from NH DOT.

Those opposed say: No one spoke against this Article at Deliberative Session.