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BHS Homecoming Cross Country Open - 9/26/2008

BELMONT HIGH SCHOOL invites Belmont HS alumni/-ae and members of the Belmont and Canterbury communities to participate in the Belmont High School Homecoming Cross Country Open to be held on Friday, September  26.

TIME                         Course Preview                          4:00 – 5:00 PM

SCHEDULE             3k/5k races (male & female)    5:00 PM

                                  

INVITED                   Belmont HS Alumni and Alumnae

ATHLETES               Belmont HS Students

Belmont HS Cross Country Team Members

Shaker Regional Faculty, Staff and Administration

Citizens of all ages of Belmont and Canterbury    

RACE                         2978 meters (3k) (one loop)

COURSES                  5142 meters (5k) (two loops)

[The BHS “New Millenium” XC Course is a loop course,   

  mostly grass and gravel and includes a 380m long hill      

  rising 80’ in elevation (traversed once per loop).]

                                                                    

TIMING/                     Sundial Race Timing and Recycling, LLC

RESULTS                     www.shaker.k12.nh.us

ENTRY                      Sign the release.

PROCEDURE           Fill out an index card

                                    Pin it to your racing shirt

                                    Toe the starting line and listen for the starting command.

                                   

No Awards    No Fee    No t-shirt    No Refreshments    No Aid    No Whining     

If you have any questions or need further information, contact John Goegel at 783-4079 (evenings), or at  jgoegel@shaker.k12.nh.us .



Second Public Hearing for Earth Excavation Regulations - 9/8/2008
The Belmont Planning Board will hold a second public hearing commencing at 7p.m.on Monday, September 8, 2008, in the Belmont Corner Meeting House, 16 Sargent Street, concerning a complete revision of the Belmont Earth Excavation Regulations.  See the Full Text of the Revised Regulations.



DES Announces Fall Drawdown of Lakes - 9/5/2008
NH DES Announces Dates for Fall Drawdown of Area Lakes



Preventing and Dealing with Mold after Heavy Rains - 8/18/2008

Concord, NH – With all the recent rain throughout the state, the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services wants New Hampshire residents to be aware that mold is a serious problem when the interior of a building becomes wet. Mold is a source of indoor air pollution and, in large amounts may cause mild to serious health problems.  Mold can cause structural damage to home leading to costly repairs. 

 

DES encourages residents to follow these steps in order to control indoor mold growth after water damage occurs.

 

First, make sure the materials that get soaked do not contain asbestos. If in doubt, they should be tested.

 

Second, dry out any materials that have been damaged by the water. Completely drying out materials will take time, and you may have to remove ceilings, wallboard, insulation, flooring and other materials. Microorganisms will continue growing as long as there is moisture.   When fumes aren’t a problem and if electricity is available and safe, you can remove moisture by closing windows and running a dehumidifier or a window air conditioner.

 

Third, if you see mold or if there is an earthy or musty smell, you should assume a mold problem exists. Once you have discovered the mold, any porous materials like sheet rock, insulation, carpets, plaster, ceiling tiles, and paper products with mold growth need to be bagged and removed. Non-porous surfaces like hard plastic, concrete, glass, metal, and solid wood can usually be cleaned with detergent and water, and dried completely.  A disinfectant may be used to eliminate any mold missed by the cleaning. Keep people with mold allergies out of the area while cleaning. Everyone should use protective equipment and techniques while cleaning up mold.

 

For more information about mold cleanup, please call (603) 271-3911 or visit www.des.nh.gov/ARD/EHP/IAQ/index.html. For information on asbestos testing, please call 271-1373.





Outdoor Wood Fired Boilers - 8/12/2008
Today NH DES announced a new law in effect regulating Outdoor Wood Boilers.  The release can be viewed on their website.



New DES Shoreland Regulations - 8/12/2008

The new NH DES Shoreland Protection Rules become effective as of July 1st.  Rules and applications are available on their website.





Seasonal Swimming Pool Update - 5/19/2008

As the season for swimming pools and warm weather approaches, it is once again time to get a permit for the installation of your pool. It is also a good time for the Town to reevaluate how permits for seasonal pools are issued to make the process easier for our Residents to enjoy their pools year after year. For the purpose of a permit, Seasonal pools are those that are installed in the spring and removed in the fall.

As many of you already know a permit is required before installing any swimming pool, including Seasonal pools. Currently regulations require a $25.00 permit to install the Seasonal pool each spring. 

However, the Building Department is very pleased to report that a new one-time permit has been developed for Seasonal pools.  This will make it easier to enjoy your Seasonal each year and provide a significant cost savings. 

As with any Seasonal permit there are some standards to be met to take advantage of the one-time Seasonal pool permit.

1.         Seasonal pools may be erected between May 1st and October 1st annually.

2.         Seasonal pools must be placed in exactly the same spot as originally permitted.

If a Seasonal pool permit is obtained, but the above standards are not met, the pool will be considered permanent and subject to a $50 after-the-fact fee.

Seasonal Pool permit process.

1.     If you currently do not have a permit

a.     Apply for and obtain a seasonal pool permit accompanied by a permit fee of $25.00

b.     Install your pool

c.     Schedule an Inspection with the Code Enforcement Office

d.     This will be a one-time permit fee as long as the conditions are met as listed above every year after

2.     If you currently have a permit for your seasonal pool, and your pool is going in the exact original location as your permit states and is the same size as indicated on your original permit.

a.     Simply contact the Land Use Office within 10 days after installation

                                                             i.      Provide, in writing, to the Land Use Office your name and addressand tell us that your seasonal pool is up for the year.

                                                           ii.      Contact, in writing, at the Land Use Office with in 10 days after removal on or before October 1st

We sincerely hope you and your Family enjoy your seasonal pool and have a safe and enjoyable summer.

Regards from the Offices of Code Enforcement and Land Use





New Licensing Requirements for Gas & Propane Installations - 4/9/2008
Town requires Permit & License for installation of Gas & Propane Installations



Aquifer Information - 2/13/2008
The Belmont Conservation Commission is providing information to Residents and Businesses regarding Aquifers and Groundwater Protection at http://belmontnh.org/newdocuments/AquiferEd.pdf



Building Codes & Standards - 12/27/2007
See the complete Press Release at http://www.belmontnh.org/agendas/2007%20pressrelease%20Code%20updates.pdf



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