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Epsom NH News

March 2, 2011

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The American Legion in Epsom will be having their annual St. Patrick’s Day dinner on March 19.




A Spaghetti Dinner in honor of Officer Michael Briggs will be held on Tuesday, March 8th, from 5-7 PM in the Multi-Purpose room of the Epsom Central School. The cost is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children. Please join us for spaghetti, bread, salad, drink, and dessert. Last year was a wonderful success and we look forward to your continued support. Any questions please call Robin Donovan or Bobby Paine at 736- 9331.

Thank you.



The White Mountain Chapter of the Nam Knights Motor Cycle Club presented the Veterans Outreach and Housing Assistance programs with $400.00 in $20.00 gas cards at the Manchester Veterans Hospital on Thursday February 24th 2011.  The gas cards will be distributed to help needy veterans get to and from work and job interviews. The Nam Knights Motorcycle Club is made up of Honorably Discharged Veterans and Law Enforcement Officers. “The mission of the Nam Knights is to honor the memory of American Veterans and Police Officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty, to assist Veterans and Police Officers in their time of need, and to promote community awareness through sponsorship and participation in various community and fund-raising events.”

 


 

Letter


To my constituents in Allenstown, Epsom, & Pittsfield:
Tuesday I enjoyed my first – and likely only – experience standing at the Speaker’s podium in Representatives’ Hall. HB446, eliminating licensing requirements for a number of professions, including massage therapists, recreational therapists, court reporters, and guides, attracted a crowd of 250 or so people, mostly opposed to the idea. We listened to them all afternoon; the bill will be retained in committee, since any disposition will be controversial and distract us from the budget.


Wednesday was a long House session, starting with 47 bills at once. One was HB537, which plan to reduce employee pensions had sparked a lot of calls and emails until people realized it wasn’t going to happen. It was killed without comment. HB631, repealing the requirement for public kindergarten, was killed 213-134 after a debate focused on whether or not it would actually repeal the mandate for kindergarten.


HB231, which would charge state retirees more for their medical insurance, was sent back to committee. Several major amendments had been suggested, and the committee wanted a chance to evaluate them in detail.


The most important issue we voted on was HB519, which repealed the state’s involvement in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. This program required utilities to buy carbon allowances at auction, from charges on all electricity users; the funds were then allocated to green energy initiatives, energy efficiency programs, and, last year, a transfer to the state general fund. After extensive debate, the bill passed, 246-104, which should prevent a major increase in electricity rates next year. Dan and I both voted for it; Jon Richardson and Tony Soltani missed the session.


Anyone interested in what is going on in the State House is invited to email or call me. Anyone who wants more information than I can fit into a letter should email me for my newsletter.


Representative Carol McGuire
[email protected]
782-4918

 


 

New Exhibits At Epsom Public Library


The Epsom Public Library is currently featuring the illustrated poetry of Mike Loso in its lobby gallery.  Both the poetry and the delicate pen and ink drawings that illustrate it are based on observations of life in New Hampshire, and evoke familiar places, times and situations.


In counterpoint to the black and white art, and enhancing its visual appeal, are small quilts and wall hangings by well known quilt artist, June Pease.


Additionally, our display cases are currently exhibiting Muriel Travato’s comprehensive and fascinating collection of old post cards of Epsom.


Exhibits may be viewed during regular library hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 am to 7 pm, and Saturday, 9 am to 1 pm.  For more information, call 736-9920.

 


 

Letter


To my constituents,
Last week we received the Governor’s budget. The House is committed to balancing the budget without raising taxes or fees. Our feeling is that the Governor got us partway to our goal with his budget cuts, but we are still looking for $450M more (over two years) for two main reasons. The Governor is about $300M too optimistic in his revenue predictions. Also, he has shifted roughly $150M of expenses onto local government that used to be picked up by the state.


We in the House are not willing to do that “downshifting” onto the local property taxpayer.  We prefer cutting state programs to make up the difference. Many House members are former local officials and are very cognizant of the tight budgets at the local level. The Senate, however, has indicated that they are willing to go along with the Governor and “share the pain” with the local budgets. I don’t know how this difference will ultimately be resolved.


There are many difficult cuts coming in the budget, and we are looking at all areas of state spending with no sacred cows. One problem we constantly run into is the incredible restrictions placed on us by the federal government, partly from their laws, and partly from the strings attached to “their” money.


For example, a state program called “Catastrophic Aid” helps local school boards pay for the education of severely disabled children. The 131 most expensive Special Ed students in the state cost $175,000 each to educate, or $23 million a year.  But we’re told by federal anti-discrimination law the $23 million must be spent.


Please continue to share your ideas with us.


Yours,
Rep. Dan McGuire
[email protected]
782-4918



 


 

 











 
 

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