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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Certificate

2 Hours of Operation
3-4 Town Government

5-10 2008 Town Meeting Minutes

11-12 Vital Resident Report

13-15 Selectmen's Report

16 Comparative Statement

17 Tax Rate Calculation

1 8-1 9 Appropriations & Taxes Assessed

20 Schedule of Town Property

21-22 MS-IForm

23 Summary of Revenue & Expenditures

24-25 Detailed Statement of Revenues

26-36 Detailed Statement of Expenditures

37-40 Treasurer's Financial Reports

41-42 Trustee of Trust Fund Reports

43-45 Town Clerk Reports

46-53 Tax Collector Reports

54 Auditor's Report

55-56 Balance Sheet

57 Heritage Center Report

58 Planning Board Report

59 Sexton's Report
60-61 Fire Department Report
62-66 Transfer Station Report
67-68 A.V.R.R.D.D. Report
69-70 Executive Councilor Report
71 Weeks Medical Center Report
72-73 American Red Cross Report
74-75 Northern Human Services Report
76-77 North Country Council Report
78-93 2009 Warrant & Budget

94-143 Stark Village School Annual Report

ANNUAL REPORT

OF THE

TOWN OFFICERS

STARK, NEW HAMPSHIRE

For The Year Ending

December 31, 2008

1189 Stark Highway

Stark NH 03582

Phone: (603)636-2118

Fax: (603)636-6199

E-mail: starktownof@nhecwb.com

Cover Photo: Dorothy Abbott

CERTIFICATE

Year Ending December 31, 2008

This is to certify that the information contained in this
report was taken from official records and is complete to
the best of our knowledge and belief.

A True Copy Attest:

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James Eich , Chairman

Albert Cloutier, Jr.

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James R. Gibson, Sr.

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JoAnn Piatt, Tax Collector
Susan H. Croteau, Town Clerk

Dennis A. Croteau, Treasurer

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John M. Pepau, Jr. Trustee

HOURS OF OPERATION

SELECTMEN'S OFFICE

SELECTMEN'S MEETING

Monday

8:00-4:00

Tuesday

8:00-4:00

Wednesday

8:00-12:00

Thursday

8:00-4:00

Friday

8:00-12:00

Wednesday

6:00

TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE

Tuesday, Thursday 10:00-3:45

TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE Thursday

9:00-4:00

TRANSFER STATION

Wednesday
Saturday

12:30-4:30
9:30-4:30

PLANNING BOARD

Fourth Wednesday
of Each Month

7:00

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TOWN GOVERNMENT

Selectmen

James Eich, Chairman
Albert Cloutier, Jr.
James R. Gibson, Sr.

Term Expires
2009
2010
2011

Office Manager

Susan H. Croteau

Appointed

Town Clerk
Deputy Town Clerk

Susan H. Croteau
Romy J. Curtis

2009
Appointed

Tax Collector:
Deputy Tax Collector

JoAnn Piatt
Patricia Cross

Appointed
Appointed

Treasurer

Dennis A Croteau

2011

Road Agent

Maurice Hibbard

2009

Constable

William L. Joyce

2009

Town Moderator

William L. Joyce

2009

Transfer Station Manager George S. Bennett

Appointed

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Supervisors of the Checklist Nancy K. Spaulding 2009

Judith, Wentworth, Chairperson 2010

Deborah K.N. Joyce 2011

Fire Department

Barry Wentworth, Fire Chief
Ronald Lunn, 1st Assistant
Travis Wentworth, 2nd
Assistant

2011
2010

2009

Trustee of Trust Funds John M. Pepau, Jr.

2010

Library Trustee

Danforth Peel

2010

Cemetery Trustee

Danforth Peel

2010

Emergency Management Board of Selectmen

Planning Board

School Board Members

School Clerk/Treasurer
School Moderator

James R.Gibson, Jr.-Chairman

2010

James R. Gibson, Sr.

2010

Susan H. Croteau

2009

Philip E. Stearns, Jr.

2009

Michelle Randall-Chairperson

2009

Thomas Bushey

2010

Danforth Peel

2011

Susan H. Croteau

2009

William L. Joyce

2009

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TOWN OF STARK, NH

Town Meeting Minutes

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Moderator William Joyce declared the meeting open at 9:00 a.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all citizens present.
A moment of silence was observed for all citizens who passed
away in 2007.

William made citizens aware that this is the last meeting for
Selectman Everett Frizzell. William personally thanked Everett for
his 21 years of service. James Eich commented that it has been
wonderful to serve on the Board with Everett and his "fiscally
conservative" ways will be missed.

Motion to dispense with the reading of the entire Warrant was
made by James Eich. Second: Everett R. Frizzell.

ARTICLE #1: To choose all necessary Town Officers for the
year ensuing. (To be voted on while the polls are open.)

ARTICLE # 2: To see if the Town will vote to raise and
appropriate the sum of $ 152,000 for General Government:
(Recommended by the Selectmen) Motion to move made by
James Eich. Second: Everett R. Frizzell.
ARTICLE # 2 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 3: To see if the Town will vote to raise and
appropriate the sum of $ 30,525 for Public Safety.
(Recommended by the Selectmen) Motion to move made by
James Eich. Second: Everett R. Frizzell.
ARTICLE # 3 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 4: To see if the Town will vote to raise and
appropriate the sum of $ 187,150 for Highways & Streets.

(Recommended by the Selectmen) Motion to move made by

Everett Frizzell. Second: James Eich.

Motion to amend ARTICLE # 4 made by Albert Cloutier, Jr.

Second: James Eich.

To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of $

192,150 for Highways & Streets. Motion to move made by James

Eich. Second: Everett R. Frizzell.

Albert Cloutier Jr. stated that the reason for the $ 5,000 increase

was due to the rising costs of fuel and oil prices and also the

quote given for paving the Percy Road in 2008 was a quote given

in October 2007.

Tom Bushey commented that he feels not enough salt is being

used to treat the roads and feels that the Emerson Road is very

dangerous. Everett R. Frizzell stated that the Road Agent works

alone and feels if residents drive the roads slower there should be

no problems.

General discussion follows on how the Road Agent is not always

reachable. Georgia Caron suggested that the Town purchase a

cell phone with a repeater that would give the Road Agent phone

service almost everywhere in Town. Board of Selectmen

explained that the Road Agent is currently able to be contacted by

radio if the need be.

AMENDED ARTICLE # 4 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 5: To see if the Town will vote to raise and

appropriate the sum of $ 69,400 for Sanitation: (Recommended

by the Selectmen)

Motion to move made by Albert Cloutier, Jr. Second: James

Eich.

Shawn Donahue suggested that the Board consider putting in

toilet facilities for the Transfer Station.

William Joyce commended George Bennett on the cleanliness

and organization of the Transfer Station.

ARTICLE # 5 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

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ARTICLE # 6: To see if the Town will vote to raise and

appropriate the sum of $ 5,635 for Health. (Recommended by the

Selectmen)

Motion to move made by Everett R. Frizzeli. Second: James

Eich.

ARTICLE # 6 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 7: To see if the Town will vote to raise and

appropriate the sum of $ 3,500 for Direct Assistance.

Motion to move made by Everett R. Frizzeli. Second: Albert

Cloutier, Jr.

ARTICLE # 7 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 8: To see if the Town will vote to raise and

appropriate the sum of $ 3,000 for Culture & Recreation:

(Recommended by the Selectmen)

Motion to move made by Everett R. Frizzeli. Second: James

Eich.

Shawn Donahue asked if the library is being used and what the

hours were. Everett R. Frizzeli recommended that Mr. Donahue

contact the Library Trustees for answers to the questions.

ARTICLE # 8 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

A fifteen minute recess was declared by Moderator Joyce.
Meeting recessed at 10:15 a.m.

Meeting called back to order at 10: 30 a.m. by Moderator Joyce.

ARTICLE # 9: To see if the Town will vote to raise the sum of $
25,500 for Debt Services: (Recommended by the Selectmen)

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Motion to move made by James Eich. Second: Albert Cloutier,

Jr.

ARTICLE # 9 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE #10: To see if the Town will vote to raise and

appropriate the sum of $ 18,700 for Interfund Operating Transfers

Out: (Recommended by the Selectmen)

Motion to move made by Everett R. Frizzell. Second: James

Eich.

Wayne Montgomery questioned if enough money was being put

into these accounts to cover any costs incurred if new equipment

was to be purchased. Albert Cloutier, Jr. explained that smaller

amounts were being placed in the accounts this year to keep

amounts raised down which will also keep taxes down.

ARTICLE # 10 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE #11: To see if the Town will vote to raise and

appropriate the sum of $ 150,000 for the purpose of constructing

a sand/salt storage shed. Said funds to come from 12-31-07

Unreserved Fund Balance: (Recommended by the Selectmen)

Motion to move made by Everett R. Frizzell. Second: Albert

Cloutier, Jr.

All questions, comments, and concerns from several citizens were

addressed.

ARTICLE # 11 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE #12: To see if the Town will vote to increase income

limits for Elderly Exemptions from $13,400 to $ 17,400 for single

persons and $20,400 to $ 24,400 for married persons.

(Recommended by the Selectmen)

Motion to move made by James Eich. Second: Albert Cloutier,

Jr.

ARTICLE # 12 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE #13: To see if the Town will vote to give a 5%
discount on property taxes if paid within 14 days after tax bills
have been presented. (Not recommended by the Selectmen)
Motion to move made by John Pepau, Sr. Second: Lillian
Landry.

Everett Frizzell discouraged votes approving this article with the
explanation that the Town has to make up the 5% discount that is
offered. Everett stated that the Town offers this as "an incentive"
for residents to pay early to bring money into the general fund so
the Town doesn't have to borrow money to operate.
Comments were addressed by citizens present.
ARTICLE # 1 3 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE

ARTICLE # 14: To transact any and all other business that may

lawfully come before this meeting.

Shawn Donahue had current use questions which were answered

by the Board of Selectmen. Shawn also asked if trash

receptacles could be placed up to Christine Lake in hopes that

persons using the Lake for recreation would utilize them. Board

explained to Shawn the Christine Lake is not owned by the Town

of Stark.

Deborah Joyce asked if plans were in the works to rehabilitate the

Covered Bridge. James Eich explained that the Covered Bridge

is currently on the "red list" with the State of NH. The bridge is

inspected yearly by the State and by 201 1 a decision must be

made about the plans to rehab the bridge.

William Joyce encouraged people to do good things in town, such

as road side trash pick up. Bill stated that "people are aware of

good things being done in Town".

James Eich recognized Deborah and William Joyce for the nice

job they do with keeping the flowers under the town signs and

keeping things looking tidy.

Everett Frizzell commented on his years of service and stated that

it has been a "good combination" of Selectmen for many years

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and there have been "very little problems". Everett also stated
that a difference in personalities make things work. Everett
received a standing ovation in appreciation of his dedication to the
Town of Stark for 21 years.

Motion to adjourn made by Frank Piatt. Second: Christopher

Joyce

Meeting adjourned at 11:30 a.m.

Absentee Ballots were placed in the ballot box at 5:30 p.m.

Polls were declared closed at 7:00 p.m.

Ballots were tabulated with the following results.

TOWN RESULTS

Selectperson (3 years)
Road Agent (1 year)
Constable (1 year)
Treasurer (3 years)
Cemetery Trustee (2 years)
Library Trustee (2 years)
Moderator (3 years)
Sexton (1 year)
Planning Board (2 years)
Planning Board (lyear)

SCHOOL

James R. Gibson, Sr.
Maurice Hibbard
William L. Joyce
Dennis A. Croteau
Danforth L. Peel
Danforth L. Peel
William L. Joyce
Dennis A. Croteau
James R. Gibson, Jr.
Danforth L. Peel
RESULTS

School Board Member (3 years)
School Moderator (1 year)
School Clerk (1 year)
School Treasurer (1 year)

Danforth L. Peel
William L. Joyce
Susan H. Croteau
Susan H. Croteau

A TRUE COPY ATTEST:
Susan H. Croteau, Town Clerk

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SELECTMEN'S REPORT

The Town of Stark, in spite of the state of the economy, managed
to have a fiscally good year in 2008. The closing of Wausau
Papers affected 22 families in Stark, compared to a much larger
number of families affected in surrounding towns.

Many budgets for 2008 stayed within appropriated amounts.
Those over expended were due to unforeseen expenses that are
hard to predict at budget time. Another fiscally conservative year
resulted in us returning $ 16,109.41 to the Unreserved Fund
Balance.

We now have compilation of the Town records done by Crane &
Bell Auditors on a quarterly basis, which makes things much
easier for closing out at the end of the year, with costs being more
cost effective than one large audit at the end of the year. During
quarterly compilations. Sue is able to receive training to keep
financial records running smoothly and error free.

The 20% yearly revaluation of property was completed in 2008.
In 2009, an update will be done to bring all values up to market
value making everyone paying an equally fair share of property
taxes. This update should be complete by July 1 , 2009.

Northern Community Investment Corporation (NCIC) from St.
Johnsbury Vermont met with us in early spring about the
possibility of Broadband internet coming through town. The latest
we have heard is that they are currently putting the link in place
that will allow them to bring the signal over from Groveton. It has
been longer than originally expected due to engineering issues
and legal issues that are now resolved and waiting for signatures.

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How nice it will be for residents to have the option of high speed
internet!

As appropriated at the 2008 Town Meeting, $ 150,000 was voted
on to construct a sand/salt shed at the town garage. The bid was
awarded to John Pike Builders of Groveton; construction began in
early September and was completed by mid October. Final
project costs came to $ 126,935.65 with $ 23,064.35 being
returned to the Unreserved Fund Balance. The building is a nice
addition to the town garage and residents are encouraged to stop
in and see what a nice building this really is.

Other highway projects this year included the paving and sealing
of the Percy Road. This will complete the reconstruction of this
portion of the Percy Road. Due to budget restraints, we will be
decreasing the reconstruction budget for 2009 by $ 30,000,
making the total budget for reconstruction $ 70,000. Plans are to
do some road work on smaller roads in town that are in need of
minor repair. The Town will be contracting out for sweeping of the
roads due to our sweeper being in need of major
repairs/replacement.

Wayne Montgomery has been added as an employee to the
Highway Department. Mr. Montgomery will be used as a second
driver to help Maurice with large winter snow storms that require
too many hours for one man to work. This is a welcome addition
by Maurice as well!

Two large trees were removed from behind the library and the
roof has been replaced. This work was done by B's Building &
Repair from Groveton and Davis Tree Experts from Milan.

Franklin Piatt resigned his position as the Emergency
Management Director in April. A replacement has not yet been

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named. We are acting as the interim directors until someone is
named. Anyone interested in this position is urged to contact the
Selectmen's Office.

We were approached by the Gilkey Mason Lodge about using the
Town Hall for monthly meetings. The Board as a whole, agreed
to allow the Lodge to use it. Things will be looked at again in a
year to decide if this will remain a permanent meeting place or
not.

All in all we had a smooth year with the transition of a new
Selectman coming on board. We are fortunate to have good
working relationships with all employees which make our town
"unique". To all employees, we thank you for your dedication and
hard work to make our town run smoothly and trouble free.

We encourage residents to attend our weekly Selectmen's
Meetings on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. with any questions,
comments or concerns you may have about your Town.

Board of Selectmen

James Eich, Chairman

Albert Cloutier, Jr.
James R. Gibson, Sr.

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COMPARATIVE STATEMENT

Year Ending December 31 , 2008

DEPARTMENT

BUDGETED ^

lMT. SPENT

VARIANCE

Executive

35,400

36,157.82

-757.82

Election & Registration

15,300

15,522.94

-222.94

Financial Administration

22,000

18,244.03

3,755.97

Revaluation

13,500

10,603.11

2,896.89

Legal

2,000

62.00

1,938.00

Personnel Administration

15,000

15,297.24

-297.24

Planning & Zoning

500

461.02

38.98

General Government Building

11,350

9,567.46

1,782.54

Cemeteries

5,700

5,004.91

695.09

Insurance

29,250

28,301.14

948.86

Advertising & Regional Assoc

2,000

1,657.04

342.96

Police

8,250

6,252.81

1,997.19

Ambulance

6,000

5,676.00

324.00

Fire Department

15,200

16,110.81

-910.81

Emergency Management

500

499.55

0.45

Other Safety

575

275.00

300.00

Highways

342,150

323,898.65

18,251.35

Solid Waste

41,400

42,951.63

-1,551.63

Solid Waste Clean-Up

28,000

26,088.30

1,911.70

Health Agencies

2,950

2,950.00

0.00

Other Health

2,685

2,685.00

0.00

Welfare

3,500

1,139.13

2,360.87

Library

1,000

1,000.00

0.00

Patriotic

2,000

1,678.15

321.85

Phncipal-Long Term Bonds

15,000

15,000.00

0.00

Interest-Long Term Bonds

6,500

5,452.50

1,047.50

Interest on T.A.N.

4,000

0.00

4,000.00

Capital Reserves

18,200

18,200.00

0.00

Transfers to Trust

500

500.00

0.00

TOTAL

$650,410

$611,236.24

$39,173.76

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TAX RATE CALCULATION
2008

TOWN :

Total appropriations:
Less: Revenues

Shared Revenues
Add: Overlay

War Service Credits
Net Town Appropriations
TOWN TAX RATE:

LOCAL SCHOOL:

Net Local School Budget

Less: Adequate Education Grant

State Education Taxes
Approved School Tax Effort
LOCAL SCHOOL TAX RATE:

STATE EDUCATION TAXES:

Equalized Valuation 51,314,646

(no utilities) x2.14

Divide by Local Assessed Valuation

( no utilites) 50,414,112

STATE SCHOOL TAX RATE:

COUNTY TAXES:

Due to County

Less: Shared Revenues

COUNTY TAX RATE:

650,410

(428,856)

(1,340)

45,037

10,150

856,688
(352,209)
(109,813)

262,097
(887)

275,401

4.37

394,666

6.26

109,813

2.18

261,210

4.14

TAX RATE 2008:

$16.95

Total Property Taxes Assessed 1 , 04 1 , 090

Less: War Service Credits (10,150)

TOTAL PROPERTY TAX COMMITMENT 1 ,030,940

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STATEMENT OF APPROPRIATION AND TAXES

ASSESSED

Fiscal Year 2008

APPROPRIATIONS:
General Government:

Executive 35,400

Election & Registration 15,300

Financial Administration 22,000

Revaluation of Property 13,500

Legal 2,000

Personnel Administration 15,000

Planning & Zoning 500

Government Buildings 1 1 ,350

Cemeteries 5,700

Insurance 29,250

Regional Associations 2,000

Public Safety:

Police 8,250

Ambulance 6,000

Fire Department 15,200

Emergency Management 500

Other Health & Safety 6,210

Highways & Streets: 192,150

Sand/Salt Shed 150,000

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Sanitation:

Solid Waste Disposal
Solid Waste Clean-Up

Welfare:

Direct Assistance

Culture & Recreation:

Library
Patriotic

Debt Service:

Principal-Bonds & Notes
Interest-Bonds & Notes

Operating Transfers Out:

Backhoe

Bridge

Compactor

Dump Closure

Fire Department Building

Fire Department Equipment

Town Truck

Transfers To Trust:

Discount

TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS

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SCHEDULE OF TOWN PROPERTY

BUILDING VALUE

Control Shed 19,200

Contents 47,000

Heritage Center 367,033

Contents 10,000

Public Library 25,746

Contents 23,738

Pump House 26,236

Contents 29,500

Town Garage 296,624

Contents 59,592

Equipment 221,659

Town Hall 476,632

Contents 72,269

Transfer Station 68,806

Equipment 47,000

Fire Department 530,850

Contents 175,000

Equipment 480,156

Covered Bridge 485,000

Police Equipment 3,805

Park Statue 3,100

TOTAL $3,468,946

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SUMMARY INVENTORY OF VALUATION
MS-1 FORM

VALUE OF LAND

Current Use-1 1 ,077.26 acres
Residential-1 ,224.486 acres
Commercial/lndustrial-247.200 acres

794,412

18,408,300

1.064,600

$20,267,312

VALUE OF BUILDINGS

Residential

Manufactured Housing
Commercial/Industrial

27,772,500

1,425,400

1.083,900

$30,281,800

UTILITIES

Portland Natural Gas
Public Service Co of NH

11,526,600

1.105.100

$12,631,700

TOTAL VALUATION

$63,180,812

Blind Exemptions (3)
Elderly Exemptions (6)

-45,000

-90,000

$135,000

NET VALUATION WITHOUT UTILITIES

$50,414,112

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REVENUE:
Taxes:

Land Use Change Tax 2,500

Payment in Lieu of Taxes 26,896

Yield Taxes 4,500

Interest & Penalties 1 5,000

Excavation Tax 2,200

Licenses, Permits & Fees:

Business Licenses & Permits 300

Motor Vehicle Permits 70,000

Other Permits, Licenses & Fees 1 ,500

State Sources:

Shared Revenues 3,369

Rooms & Meals 23,250

Highway Block Grant 45,851

Railroad Tax & Grants 5,490

Income from Departments:

Miscellaneous Revenue 5,500

Voted from Fund Balance: 150,000

Fund Balance Used to Reduce Taxes: 70,000

Interest on Investments: 2,500

TOTAL REVENUES ESTIMATED $428,856

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SUMMARY OF REVENUE & EXPENDITURES

Fiscal Year 2008

REVENUES

Tax Collector 1 ,027,958.43

Town Clerk 80,862.08

State-Federal Government 126,523.83

Local Sources 20,599.86

Capital Reserves 545.00

TOTAL REVENUES-2008 $1 ,256,489.20

EXPENDITURES

General

Government 140,878.71

Public Safety 28,814.17

Highways & Streets 323,898.65

Solid Waste 69,039.93

Health Agencies 5,635.00

Welfare 1,139.13

Culture - Recreation 2,678.15

Debt Service 20,452.50

Transfer To Captial Reserves 1 8,200.00

Transfer to Trust 500.00

TOTAL EXPENDITURES-2008 $61 1 ,236.24

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DETAILED STATEMENT OF REVENUES

Year Ending December 31 , 2008

Tax Collector:

Property Tax

996,620.22

Land Use Change Tax

5,960.00

Yield Tax

11,105.70

Gravel Tax

2,130.32

Interest & Penalties

12,142.19

$1,027,958.43

Town

Clerk:

Filing Fees

31.00

Uniform Commercial Codes

120.00

Motor Vehicle Registrations

77,361.08

Municipal Agent Fees

2,023.00

Vital Records

231.00

Dog Licenses

1,096.00

$80,862.08

State & Federal Government:

Shared Revenue Block Grant

4,709.00

Rooms & Meals Tax

23,249.75

Highway Block Grant

50,214.03

State & Federal Forest

42,860.70

Railroad Tax

5,490.35

$126,523.83

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Local Sources:

Income from Departments

750.18

Refuse

3,896.30

Sale of Municipal Property

280.00

Rent of Town Property

100.00

Interest on Investments

4,683.87

Insurance Dividends

7,821.21

Fines & Forfeitures

410.00

Miscellaneous Revenue

2,658.30

Transfers from Capital Reserves

545.00

$21,144.86

TOTAL REVENUES-2008

$1,256,489.20

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DETAILED STATEMENT OF EXPENDITURES

Year Ending December 31 , 2008

4130-Executive

Albert Cloutier, Jr.

1,700.00

Expenses

343.40

Avast Anti-Virus

79.90

Brown's River Bindery

200.00

Dell Business Credit

164.99

Everett R. Frizzell

283.34

Expenses

94.80

Fairpoint Communications

1,001.85

Groveton Postmaster

680.18

Intuit

199.00

James Eich

1,700.00

Expenses

100.75

James R. Gibson, Sr.

1,416.70

Expenses

218.57

Lexis Nexis Matthew Bender

346.33

Local Government Center

91.00

Lyndonville Office Equipment, Inc.

3,536.42

NEBS

278.28

NH Association of Assessing Officials

20.00

NH Electrical Cooperative

959.40

NH Government Finance Officers Association

25.00

NH Local Welfare Administation Association

30.00

MH Municipal Association

578.68

Pitney Bowes

629.78

Poster Compliance Center

69.99

Real Data Corporation

20.00

Susan H. Croteau

21,000.56

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Expenses 53.30

Verizon 335.60
TOTAL EXECUTIVE $36,157.82

4140-Eiection, Reqistration,Vitals

Albert J. Cloutier, Jr. 70.00

Bank Supplies 324.82

Cecile Eich 42.99

Deborah K.N. Joyce 452.50

Department of Agriculture 345.00

Emerson & Son, Inc. 84.57

Everett R. Frizzell 70.00

Identification Source 94.11

James Eich 275.00

James R. Gibson, Sr. 140.00

John Pepau, Sr. 135.00

Judith R. Gibson 275.00

Judith Wentworth 520.00

Nancy K. Spaulding 382.50

NE Association of City & Town Clerks 25.00

Penton Media 269.95

Romy Curtis 2,982.89

Smith & Town Printers 1,600.00

Staples 31.98

Susan H. Croteau 6,345.71

Expenses 532.92

Treasurer, State of New Hampshire 178.00

William Joyce 345.00
TOTAL ELECTION, REGISTRATION,
VITALS $15,522.94

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4150-Financial Administration

Attitash Grand Summit

448.00

Crane & Bell

7,475.00

Dennis A. Croteau

1,962.50

Expenses

377.24

Groveton Postmaster

420.00

Jo Ann N. Piatt

6,535.36

Expenses

562.11

John 1^. Pepau, Jr.

150.00

NH Tax Collectors Association

100.00

Northway Bank

31.00

Registry of Deeds

182.82

TOTAL-FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION

$18,244.03

4152-Revaluation

Avitar Associates of NE, Inc.

9,528.11

Cartographic Associates, Inc.

1,075.00

TOTAL-REVALUATION

$10,603.11

4153-Leaal

Michael M. Ransmeier

62.00

TOTAL-REVALUATION

$62.00

4155-Personnel

WT/Medi

8,885.14

Retirement

6,289.44

Unemployment

122.66

TOTAL-PERSONNEL

$15,297.24

4191-Planninq

Granite State Stamps, Inc.

10.50

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Matthew Bender & Co. Inc. 227.80

NH Department of Revenue Administration 30.00

Susan H. Croteau 72.72

North Country Council 120.00

TOTAL-PLANNING $461.02

4194-General Government Buildings

B's Building & Remodeling 428.00

Community Co-Op Oil 5,168.35

Dennis A. Croteau 373.29

Emerson & Son Inc. 5.90

Lyndonville Office Equipment, Inc. 1,171.43

Public Service Company of NH 1,534.02

Rexford Septic Services 200.00

Susan H. Croteau 468.70

Ultramar Energy Inc. 217.77
TOTAL-GENERAL GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS

4195-Cemeteries

Bond Auto Parts, Inc.

90.89

Dennis A. Croteau

965.65

Stone Cleaning**

545.00

Expenses

299.92

Dereck M. Croteau

1,097.20

F.B.Spaulding

263.25

Joshua K. Curtis

128.70

Martha L Eich

744.90

Martin's Agway

275.35

Percy Peaks Petroleum

59.51

Perras Ace Inc.

23.56

Susan H. Croteau

25.00

Yesterdays Country Store,

LLC

395.28

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Zachary A. Colby

635.70

**=Captial Reserve Withdrawal

(545.00)

TOTAL-CEMETERIES

$5,004.91

4196-Insurance

LGC-HealthTrust

14,549.08

LGC-Property Liability**

10,648.75

LGC-Worker's Compensation

3,329.52

Offset-Stark Heritage Center

-226.21

TOTAL-INSURANCE

$28,301.14

4197-Advertisina & Reaional Assoc.

Great North Woods Journal

279.50

Jordan Associates

80.00

North Country Council

526.54

Northern Gateway Chamber of Commerce

250.00

Salmon Press, LLC

521.00

TOTAL-ADVERTISING& REGIONAL

$1,657.04

4210-Police

Bruce Oakes

17.02

Expenses

25.25

Ossipee Mountain Electronics, Inc.

86.13

State of NH-Department of Safety

20.00

Town of Lancaster-Police Department

300.00

William L. Joyce

5,202.00

Expenses

512.41

Treasurer, State of New Hampshire

90.00

TOTAL-POLICE

$6,252.81

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4215-Ambulance

Groveton Ambulance Services
TOTAL-AMBU LANCE

4220-Fire Department

Anthony Haney
Barry Wentworth

Bond Auto Parts, Inc.
Business Radio Licensing
Capital Alarm Systems
Citgo

Clark Wentworth
Colin K. Wentworth
Community Co-Op Oil
Dean A. Demers
Emerson & Son, Inc.
Fairpoint Communications
Fire Tech & Safety
Galeton Gloves
George S. Lamphere
Glenn's Service Center
Grant Fountain
Grenier Heating Service
James R. Gibson, Sr.
James A. Hickey, Jr.
John M. Pepau, Jr.

K & T Environmental Equipment, Inc.
Kelly's Auto Parts, Inc.
Lancaster Fire Department

Expenses

5,676.00
$5,676.00

65.25
453.26

77.61
151.03
405.00
199.00

93.26

132.00

145.00

4,256.24

61.88

17.95
284.401
385.001
198.69
107.25
275.00

79.75

80.00

29.00)
173.26
247.51

86.82
8,595.00

10.98
130.69

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Lyndonville Office Equipment

149.99

i^aurice Hibbard

28.50

McDevitt Trucl<s

405.14

Napa Auto Parts

33.95

New Hampshire Retirement System

102.00

NFIRS Online

150.00

Northern NH Fire (Mutual Aid Pact

350.00

North Country Internet Access

163.20

Ossipee l^ountain Electronics, Inc.

769.24

Public Service Company of NH

1,591.72

Robert Anderson-Chapman

58.00

Ronald A. Lunn

64.75

Ronald C. Boivin

206.25

Shane Cloutier

72.50

State of NH-Criminal Records

30.00

Stephan Gilman

221.13

Town of Lancaster

250.00

Travis L. Wentworth

142.00

Treasurer-State of NH

703.00

Tri-State Fire Protection

90.00

Verizon

93.37

Weeks Medical Center

90.00

Yesterdays Country Store, LLC

1,200.24

**= Offset of $ 7,595.00 Insurance Payment

-7,595.00

TOTAL-FIRE DEPARTMENT

$16,110.81

4290-Emeraencv Manaaement

Franklin Piatt

194.75

Susan Croteau

304.80

TOTAL-EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

$499.55

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4299 -Other Safety

Lancaster Juvenile Diversion Program 275.00

TOTAL-OTHER SAFETY $275.00

4312-Hiqhways

All States Asphalt, Inc. 74,748.23!

Barrett Trucking Company, Inc. 1,740. 04^

Berlin Spring, Inc. 53.17'

Bond Auto Parts, Inc 1,854.63;

Central Asphalt 12,900.00!

Cloutier Sand & Gravel 44,408.46

Community Co-Op Oil 5,521.19

Coos Farm 1,740.00

Dennis Croteau 195.00

D & S Auto 100.00

Emerson & Son Inc. 335.94

Exit 41 Rental Center 1,940.00

Fairpoint Communications 378.21

F.B.Spaulding Company 298.00

James R. Gibson, Sr. 2,165.00

John Pepau, Jr. 75.00

John Pike Builders 86,390.00

Kelley's Auto Supply, Inc. 39.10

Labonville Inc. 90.00

LRG Healthcare 47.00

Marcel's Etc., LLC 2,095.00

Maurice Hibbard 41,006.21

McDevitt Trucks, Inc. 2,197.42

Merriam Graves Corporation 156.00

New England Barricade 166.02

Northern Tire 2,356.00

Noyes Heating LLC 180.00

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Ossipee Mountain Electronics, Inc.

34.96

Perras Ace Inc.

195.00

Pil<e Industries, Inc.

396.06

Public Service Company of NH

1,124.37

Ron's Electric

171.15

Solutions

4,434.50

Southworth-Milton, Inc.

25.50

Stratham Tire, Inc.

955.00

Swallow & Sons Concrete

18,957.00

Treasurer, State of New Hampshire

14,219.14

Verizon

122.54

Wayne Montgomery

60.00

We Fix Trucks

27.81

TOTAL -HIGHWAYS

$323,898.65

4324-Solid Waste

A.V.R.R.D.D.

1,818.13

A.V.R.R.D.D.-Mt. Carberry Landfill

10,336.09

Bond Auto Parts, Inc.

57.80

Dennis Boivin

720.00

Dennis Croteau

43.97

Emerson & Son, Inc.

150.90

Fairpoint Communications

447.95

George Bennett

10,774.48

Expenses

584.73

James R. Gibson, Sr.

962.50

Leavitt & Boucher Equipment, LLC

6,465.70

Martin's Agway

40.99

Maurice Hibbard

1,380.30

Normandeau Trucking, Inc.

5,227.00

Perras Ace, Inc.

537.66

Public Service Company of NH

859.32

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Robert Barron 2,236.2"

Treasurer, State of New Hampshire 157.9^!

Verizon 149. 8(^

$42,951.6: 1
4325-Solid Waste Clean-Up

Eastern Analytical, Inc. l,152.0(i

Horizons Engineering, PLLC 2,091. 0(

Treasurer, State of New Hampshire 22,845. 3(

TOTAL-SOLID WASTE CLEAN UP $26,088.3( G

4415-Health Agencies 1

Jo Ann Piatt 75.0(i

Northern Human Services 125. 0(1

Weeks Home Health Services 2,750. 0(

TOTAL-HEALTH AGENCIES $2,950.0(

4419-Other Health

American Red Cross 235. 0(

Community Action Program, Inc. 800M

G.H.S.-Chem Free 500.0(

North Country Elder Program-CAP 450. 0(

Senior Fellowship 700. 0(

TOTAL-OTHER HEALTH $2,685.0(

4442-Welfare ]

Barbara Fysh 400.0(

Fairpoint Communications 65.0(i

Public Service Company of New Hampshire 274. i;|

Richard & Christina Turcotte 400.0(7

TOTAL-WELFARE $1,139.1 •

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t550-Librarv

3's Building & Repair
3tarl< Public Library
rOTAL-LIBRARY

t583-Patriotic

Dereck M. Croteau
Diana Gibson

reen Earth Nursery
ames R. Gibson, Sr.
slorth Country Flag
Dffset- Heritage Center Account

OTAL-PATRIOTIC

1711-Principal Long Term Bonds

-lagship Bank and Trust Company
rOTAL-PRINCIPAL LONG TERM BONDS

1721-Interest Long Term Bonds

Ci'lagship Bank and Trust Company
rOTAL-INTEREST LONG TERM BONDS

^915-Capital Reserves

sIH Public Deposit Investment Pool
rOTAL-CAPITAL RESERVES

1916-Transfers To Trust

sIH Public Deposit Investment Pool
rOTAL-TRANSFERS TO TRUST

TOTAL EXPENDITURES- 2008

500.00

$1,000.00

1,925.00

44.10

169.15

30.00

169.00

-659.10

$1,678.15

15,000.00

25,000.00

$15,000.00

5,452.50
$5,452.50

18,200.00
$18,200.00

500.00
$500.00

$611,236.24

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TREASURER S FINANCIAL REPORT
GENERAL FUND

Year Ending December 31, 2008

Beginning Balance 379,549.39

Receipts to Treasurer 1,258,316.92:

1,637,866.31
Less Payments 1,336.026.79

301,839.52
Accrued Interest 2,844.38

304,683.90
Other Debits 133.81

304,817.71
Other Credits 3,019.40!

Ending Balance 1 2-31 -08 $301 ,798.31

Balance on Statement 12-31-08 320,446.69

Less Outstanding Checks 50,093.45

270,353.24
Deposits Outstanding 31,445.07

Beginning Balance 01 -01 -09 $301 ,798.31

Dennis A. Croteau, Treasurer

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TREASURER'S YEARLY REPORT
NH PUBLIC DEPOSIT INVESTMENT POOL

Year Ending December 31, 2008

ACCOUNT: STARK

Beginning Balance 1-1-08
Interest

106,062.07
2,607.29

BALANCE 12-31-07

$108,669.36

ACCOUNT: BRIDGE BOND

Beginning Balance 1-1-08
Interest

165.56
4.12

BALANCE 12-31-08

$169.68

Dennis A. Croteau, Treasurer

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STARK HERITAGE CENTER

Year Ending December 31 , 2008

Balance 1-1-08 22,560.32

Interest-Northway Bank 1 52.94

Interest-NH Charitable Foundation 13709.32

36,422.58
Less Payments 12,301.64

24,120.94
Less Bank Fees 16.35

Balance 12-31-08 $24,104.59

STARK PUBLIC LIBRARY

Year Ending December 31 , 2008

Balance 1-1-08 2,239.17'

Deposit-2008 Appropriation 500.00

2,739.17
Less Payments:

B's Building & Remodeling 928.00

Judith Hildreth 200.00:

Balance 12-31-08 $1,611.17'

Dennis A. Croteau, Treasurer

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STARK HERITAGE CENTER
DETAILED STATEMENT OF EXPENDITURES

Year Ending December 31, 2008

Abbott's Furniture

Bradley Ball

B's Building & Remodeling

Community Co-Op Oil

Dereck Croteau

Emerson & Sons

Everett R. Frizzell

Fairpoint Communications

Lyndonville Office

Equipment

Madeleine Croteau

Martin's Agway

Perras Ace

Public Service Co of NH

Susan Croteau

Town of Stark

Verizon

TOTAL EXPENSES-2008

599.25

80.34

2,832.94

3,502.91

175.00

12.42

389.94

295.87

372.64

2,460.00

63.98

139.99

314.81

100.00

885.31

76.24

$12,301.64

Dennis A. Croteau, Treasurer

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TOWN CLERK FINANCIAL REPORT

Year Ending December 31, 2008

BUSINESS LICENSES:

Filing Fees

31.00

Uniform Commercial Codes

120.00

TOTAL

$151.00

AUTOMOBILE PERMITS ISSUED:

Permits

77,144.58

Municipal Agent Fees

2,023.00

Title Fees

216.50

TOTAL

$79,384.08

OTHER LICENSES:

Dog Licenses & Penalties

1,096.00

Vital Records

231.00

TOTAL

$1,327.00

REMITTED TO TREASURER-2008

$80,862.08

Susan H. Croteau
Town Clerk/Municipal Clerk

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TOWN CLERK REPORT

The Town Clerk's Office saw a decrease in revenue this year due
to a drop in the number of vehicles registered by residents; 763
vehicles along with 9 boats were registered with 93 title
applications processed. Revenue generated $ 2,240.00 from
Municipal Clerk Fees and title application fees, in addition to
$ 77,144.58 in registration fees. All revenue collected was placed
in the general fund.

The Annual Rabies Clinic was held again this year with a slightly
smaller turnout than last year; 166 dogs were registered last year
generating revenue of $ 1,327.00 also being deposited into the
general fund. No fines were issued for unlicensed dogs, which is
reflective of residents doing a wonderful job at keeping their dogs
licensed. Thank you for your cooperation!

2008 was a big year for elections on the state and local levels.
With the experience and dedication of all election officials, all
elections went very well.

will be running for the Town Clerk's position again in 2009 for a
^*^ term and I would like to thank all
support . It is a pleasure to serve you.

4*^ term and I would like to thank all of you for your continued

Susan H. Croteau

Town Clerk
Municipal Agent

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DOG LICENSE LAWS

Every owner or keeper of a dog three months old or over shall
annually, on or before April 30*^ cause it to be licensed. (RSA
466:1).

Proof of rabies vaccination by a licensed veterinarian must be
presented before a dog license will be issued.

Every dog must wear its license tag. (RSA 466:13).

A $ 25.00 penalty will be assessed to the dog owner for failure to
license any dog.
(RSA 466:13).

License Fees: (RSA 466:4)

$ 20.00-Group License for up to 10 dogs.

$ 6.50- Spayed or neutered

$ 9.00- Male or Female

$ 2.00- Owners over age 65 (one dog only)

The Town of Stark has an enforced leash law, which states that
no dog shall run at large unless the owner accompanies it. (RSA
466:30a).

It is a State law that all cats 3 months of age and over be
vaccinated against rabies.

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Susan H. Croteau
Town Clerk/Municipal Agent

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MS-61
Rev. 03/08

DEBITS

For the Municipality of

TAX COLLECTOR'S REPORT

STARK TAX COLLECTOR Year Ending

UNCOLLECTED TAXES AT THE
BEGINNING OF THE YEAR*

LEVY FOR YEAR

2008

2007

PRIOR LEVIES

2006

2005+

Property Taxes

#3110

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S 53357 J7

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Resident Taxes

#3180

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SO.OO

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Land Use Change Taxes

#3120

so.oo

Timber Yield Taxes

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S 3,426.53

so.oo

Excavation Tax @ S.02/yd

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Utility Charges

#3189

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Betterment Taxes

SO.OO

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Prior Years' Credits Balance**

( S 19.41 )

This Year's New Credits

( S 3,470.68 )

TAXES COMMITTED THIS FISCAL YEAR

Property Taxes

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S 1,033,459.00

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Resident Taxes

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$0.00

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Land Use Change Taxes

#3120

S 5,960.00

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Timber Yield Taxes

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S 9332.22

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Excavation Tax @ $.02/yd

#3187

S 2,15032

SO.OO

Utility Charges

#3189

SO.OO

Betterment Taxes

SO.OO

OVERPAYMENT REFUNDS

FOR DRA USE ONLY

Property Taxes

#3110

Resident Taxes

#3180

Land Use Change

#3120

Yield Taxes

#3185

Excavation Tax @ $.02/yd

#3187

Credits Refunded

S 3,470.68

Interest - Late Tax

#3190

S 375.74

S 4,518.85

SO.OO

Resident Tax Penalty

#3190

SO.OO

so.oo

TOTAL DEBITS

S 1,051,257.87

$ 6U02.75

$0.00

*This amount should be the same as the last year's ending balance. If not, please explain.

**Enter as a negative. This is the amount of this year's taxes pre-paid last year as authorized by RSA 80:52-a.
**The amount is already included in the warrant and therefore in line #3110 as a positive amount for this year's levy.

NH DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE ADMINISTRATION

MUNICIPAL SERVICES DIVISION

P.O. BOX 487, CONCORD, NH 03302-0487

(603)271-3397

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MS-61
Rev. 03/08

For the Municipality of

TAX COLLECTOR'S REPORT

STARK TAX COLLECTOR Year Ending

12/31/2008

CREDITS

REMITTED TO TREASURER

LEVY FOR YEAR
2008

2007

PRIOR LEVIES
2006

2005+

Property Taxes

S 915,469.16

S 34,683.09

SO.OO

Resident Taxes

SO.OO

$0.00

Land Use Change Taxes

S 5,960.00

SO.OO

$0.00

Timber Yield Taxes

S 8,470.53

S 1,515.58

SO.OO

$0.00

Interest & Penalties

$ 375.74

S 4,518.85

$0.00

Excavation Tax @ $.02/yd

S 2,13032

SO.OO

$0.00

SO.OO

Utility Charges

SO.OO

$0.00

Converted To Liens (Principal only)

SO.OO

S 19,669.87

SO.OO

$0.00

Betterment Taxes

SO.OO

$0.00

Discounts Allowed

SO.OO

$0.00

Prior Year Overpayments Assigned

SO.OO

ABATEMENTS MADE

Property Taxes

S 36,542.22

SO.OO

$0.00

Resident Taxes

SO.OO

$0.00

Land Use Change Taxes

$0.00

SO.OO

$0.00

Timber Yield Taxes

SO.OO

$0.00

Excavation Tax @ S.02/yd

SO.OO

$0.00

SO.OO

Utility Charges

SO.OO

$0.00

SO.OO

Betterment Taxes

SO.OO

$0.00

SO.OO

CURRENT LEVY DEEDED

SO.OO

S 124.00

$0.00

SO.OO

UNCOLLECTED TAXES -- END OF YEAR #1080

Property Taxes

5 81,447.62

SO.OO

Resident Taxes

SO.OO

$0.00

Land Use Change Taxes

SO.OO

$0.00

Timber Yield Taxes

S 861.69

S 791.36

$0.00

Excavation Tax (@ S.02/yd

S 20.00

SO.OO

Utility Charges

SO.OO

$0.00

Betterment Taxes

SO.OO

$0.00

Property Tax Credit Balance*

( S 19.41 )

xxxxxx

TOTAL CREDITS

S 1,051,257.87

$61,302.75

$0.00

SO.OO

*Enter as a negative. This is the amount of taxes pre-paid for next year as authorized by RSA 80:52-a.
(Be sure to indicate a positive amount in the Property Taxes actually remitted to the treasurer.)

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MS-61
Rev. 03/08

DEBITS

For the Municipality of

TAX COLLECTOR'S REPORT

STARK TAX COLLECTOR Year Ending

12/31/2008

UNREDEEMED & EXECUTED
LIENS

2008

2007

PRIOR LEVIES
2006

2005+

Unredeemed Liens Beginning of FY

SO.OO

S 24,255 J6

S 12,207.40

Liens Executed During FY

SO.OO

S 22,046.47

SO.OO

Unredeemed Elderly Liens Beg. of FY

SO.OO

Elderly Liens Executed During FY

SO.OO

$0.00

SO.OO

Interest & Costs Collected

SO.OO

S 389.75

S 2,799.82

S 4,058.03

TOTAL LIEN DEBITS

$0.00

$ 22,436.22

$ 27,055.18

$ 16,265.43

CREDITS

REMITTED TO TREASURER

2008

2007

PRIOR LEVIES

2006

2005+

Redemptions

SO.OO

S 5,120.79

S 10,990.57

$11,806.33

Interest & Costs Collected

#3190

SO.OO

S 389.75

S 2,799.82

S 4,058.03

Abatements of Unredeemed Liens

SO.OO

S 1,183.56

SO.OO

Liens Deeded to Municipality

SO.OO

$ 200.04

$401.07

Unredeemed Liens End of FY

#1110

SO.OO

S 16,925.68

S 11,881.19

SO.OO

Unredeemed Elderly Liens End of FY

SO.OO

TOTAL LIEN CREDITS

$0.00

$ 22,436.22

$ 27,055.18

$ 16,265.43

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Does your muncipality commit taxes on a semi-annual basis (RSA 76:15-a) ? /^
TAX COLLECTOR'S SIGNATURE v / ^^-.^'.^ >^^>^

Jo Ann Piatt

DATE /- ^ 'Ol

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TAX COLLECTOR'S REPORT

In spite of the state of the economy in 2008, it was gratifying to see that
most property owners were still able to pay their tax bills. Here's
hoping 2009 will be a better year economically for everyone.

I have changed my hours as Tax Collector to make it more convenient
for taxpayers. I am now open on Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
instead of Wednesdays. These hours coincide with a day when the
Town Clerk is also open, enabling taxpayers to do registrations and pay
taxes in one trip if they so choose. There are no longer any Wednesday
hours for tax collection.

I thought it might be useful for taxpayers to know when various actions
take place. I can't give you specific dates because they vary slightly
every year.

January - Notices of Delinquent Taxes for the previous year and any
prior years are sent by first class mail to all property owners who have
unpaid taxes of any type.

March - Notices of Impending Lien are sent via certified mail to all
property owners who still have unpaid taxes of any type for the previous
ydar. The cost of this action is added to the amount due for taxes.

April - Lien Execution. Unpaid taxes of any type for the previous year
go to lien and are reported to the Registry of Deeds. The cost of this
action is added to the amount due for taxes. Thirty days after Lien
Execution, the mortgagee is notified in cases where the property owner
has a mortgage. The cost of these actions are added to the amount due
for taxes.

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April - Notices of Impending Deed are sent via certified mail to
property owners whose taxes have been liened for two years advising
them that the town will take their property if the taxes for that lien year
are not paid by the date specified in the notice. Mortgagees are also
notified at this time if there is a mortgage on the property. The cost of
these actions are added to the amount due for taxes.

May - Deed Execution. The town will take the property by Tax Deed
if payment is not received by the deeding date for taxes that have been
liened for two years

June - Bill 1 of 2 for property tax is mailed.

November - Bill 2 of 2 for property tax is mailed. Occasionally the
second bill has been mailed in late October, but November is the norm.

I hope this schedule proves helpful for your annual financial planning.
If you ever have a tax related question, please feel free to call me any
Thursday.

Jo Ann Piatt,
Tax Collector

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UNCOLLECTED TAXES

Year Ending December 31 , 2008

Ball, Steven & Linda 1,499.28

Bartlett, Leslie & Peggy 4,037.36

Beaton, Randy & Joya 1 ,838.87

Beede, Bnan & Lynn 2,082.29

Bennett, George S. 6,118.01

Bernard, Robert J. 823.65

Buckland, Lawrence & Janet 2,912.97

Calle, Carlo 373.56

Camara, Dona 832.25

Cookie Jar Investments, LLC 993.84

Cordwell, Eugene & Sarah 14.10

Cote, Alice D. 706.85

Cottrell, George E & Carolyn 150.03

Coulombe, Craig 856.14

Covin, Richard & Barbara 2,061.62

Cozy, James S. Jr. 854.87

Creamer, Syiane & Timothy 229.57

Cross, Calvin & Patricia 7,665.00

Croteau, Dennis & Susan 1,815.87

Davidson, Matthew & Lisa 506.27

Dawes, Robert L. & Laura R. 2,301.93

Delgado, Ramiro & Paula 16.45

Demers, Ernest 2,553.13

Demers, Leona 1,147.87

Dube, George 640.05

Farreil, Robert & Leslie 1,366.99

Fysh, Robert & Barbara 652.47

Gibson, James & MaryBeth 4 432.63

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Goulet, David G. & Anne M. 1 ,979.57

Green, Richard 685.10

Guyer, Madeleine 1,548.62

Hamel, Diana P. 525.60

Hand, Alice 783.07

Holbrook, Laurence & Samantha 2,465.35

Hopps, Harry & Maxine 1,255.54

Jackman, Spencer R. & Penny L. 426.93

Kelley, Alfred E. & Judith M. 857.92

Kenison, Donald G. Jr. 818.79

Kenney, Steven T. & Karin M. 719.94

Lamott, George 361.48

Lehde, Bonnie L. 4,019.47

Lehoullier, Roger & Sherry 3,249.69

Loughery, Furn & Sandra 2,280.64

Mason, Harley 804.52

Mason, Harley & Carmen 1 ,079.40

Mason, John 614.21

Mason-McKelvey, Carmen 98.67

McMann, Michael K. 4,168.76

Monahan, Rodney & Elaine 2,339.04

Nash, Eileen, Joseph, Terry, John 649.45

Nason, Larry & Rebecca 1,949.74

Newfound Plumbing & Heating 20.14

Normand, Jeffrey 1,231.46

Pearl, Scott & Darlene 3,340.23

Peel, David F. II 202.71

Peel, Dean R. 375.58

Perry, Louis Jr. & Bobbi-Jo 17.94

Perry, Richard 2,450.11

Petty, Bradford 696.78

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Poland, Mark & Georgette

Rich, Michael

Ripaldi, Peter F. & Lauri L.

Rolfe, Robert

Rounds, Stephen & Ruth

Russell, Everett C.

Salem, Martha

Schlaffer, Joseph & Katherine

Smith, Dianne

Snihurowych, Bohdan

Spurrell, Roger Jr. & Cindy

St. Cyr, Joseph

Steady, George Gordon

Swallow, Jamie & Cindy

Turcotte, Richard & Christina

Vinyard, Don

Wadsworth, Jay C.

Wentworth, Barry & Linda

Wentworth, Colin

Woods, Kent A.

TOTAL UNCOLLECTED TAXES

445.05

243.67

545.47

433.98

920.78

366.51

537.69

2,090.42

3,330.48

5,103.67

1,330.25

2,309.70

1,961.61

241.80

2,750.23

1,574.10

331.33

998.10

1,147.87

669.59

$118,832.67

Indicates full or partial payment made prior
to printing of Annual Report

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INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS' REPORT

We have compiled the accompanying financial statements of the
governmental activities, each major fund, the aggregate
remaining fund information, and fiduciary fund information of
Town of Stark, New Hampshire, as of and for the year ended
December 31 , 2007, which collectively compose the Town's basic
financial statements as listed in the table of contents, in
accordance with Statements on Standards for Accounting and
Review Sen/ices issued by the American Institute of Certified
Public Accountants.

A compilation is limited to presenting in the form of financial
statements information that is the representation of management.
We have not audited or reviewed the accompanying financial
statements and, accordingly, do not express an opinion or any
other form of assurance on them.

Management's discussion and analysis, on pages two through

six, and the combining non-major fund financial statements

presented in Schedules 1 and 2, are not a required part of the

basic financial statements but are supplementary information

required by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board.

Supplementary information contained in Schedules 3 and 4 is

i presented for purposes of additional analysis and is not a required

part of the basic financial statements. We have compiled the

supplementary information from information that is the

I representation of management, without audit or review.

Accordingly, we do not express an opinion or any other form of

! assurance on the supplementary information

Crane & Bell
Certified Public Accountants

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BALANCE SHEET

Year Ending December 31 , 2008

CASH:

Northway Bank 301 ,798.31

NH Public Deposit Investment Pool 108,839.04

Total $410,637.35

CAPITAL RESERVE FUNDS:

Bridge 60,251.31

Dump 2,242.95

Revaluation 448.99

Back Hoe 18,474.63

Compactor 14,069.57

Discount 12,476.91

Town Truck 30,901.24

Fire Department Building 3,714.91

Fire Department Equipment 3,124.15

Fire Department Expendable Trust 4,922.08

Fire Truck 102.33

Paris Road Crossing 1,136.31

Stark School/Handicapped 1 1 2,329.24

Stark School/Maintenance 32,51 0.51

Total $296,704.13

LIBRARY: $1,611.17

HERITAGE CENTER $ 24,104.59

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ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE:

Property Tax 2008 81 ,447.62

Liens 2007 16,925.68

Liens 2006 11,881.19

Yield Tax 2008 861.69

Yield Tax 2007 791.36

Gravel Tax 2008 20.00

Total $111,927.54

TOWN PROPERTY: $ 3,468,946

TOTAL ASSETS: $ 4,31 3,930.78

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:

School District 217,539.00

NET WORTH: 4,057,218.02

SURPLUS:

Budget 2008 16,109.41

Unreserved Fund Balance 2008 23,064.35

TOTAL LIABILITIES & NET WORTH $ 4,31 3,930.78

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STARK HERITAGE CENTER

Summer 2008 at the Stark Heritage Center was interesting with
visitors from several different states. The season opened
Memorial Day weekend and closed its doors after Columbus Day
weekend. Fall foliage encouraged leaf peepers to explore the
countryside with its brilliant red and orange colors.

Among new items donated this season were an ice cutting saw, a
leather mail pouch, and two furniture items donated by the Oakes
family. Other items include a display case, old library books with
library cards dating back to the 1950's, a quilt complete with
shams which was auctioned at the 1990 Stark Village School
100^*^ Anniversary Celebration. Two barrister book cases plus a
larger display case with glass sides and lighting were purchased.
Please remember to call ahead to donate any items of interest.
All items donated will be screened ahead of time to ensure the
item relates to the Town of Stark's history

As the 2009 season approaches look for rocking chairs to be
added to the gracious sprawling porch. Stark residents are
invited to visit the Center on weekends. Groups interested in
visiting are encouraged to call ahead to ensure the Center will be
open for them. The 2009 season hours will continue to be
Saturday and Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. Holidays will be observed if
other than the regular Saturday and Sunday. Bring your family to
visit; one may learn something about their family history and town
history.

Special thanks to the volunteers who give their time to be there to
welcome people.

Madeleine Croteau
Curator/ Director

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PLANNING BOARD REPORT

Activity of the Planning Board in 2008 included two lot
line/boundary line adjustments, one excavation permit, and one
minor subdivision.

Philip Stearns, Jr. was appointed to the Board in replacement of
the untimely death of William Cowie. James R. Gibson, Jr. was
elected as the Chairman of the Board. The Board realizes that
positions such as these are "thankless jobs" but someone has to
do them to try to keep regulations going in town. If you are
interested in becoming a Planning Board Member, please don't
hesitate to contact the Selectmen's Office.

The Board will be meeting with North Country Council in the near
future to get assistance with developing a Master Plan. There is
funding through grants for this and will not be taxpayer based.

The near future also looks like there is the potential for Broad
band internet service and tele-communications. Public hearings
will be scheduled as these things develop. Your attendance at
the public hearings would be most certainly welcomed.

The Board meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, following
the Selectmen's Meeting. If you have any questions or concerns,
please feel free to attend the monthly meetings.

James R. Gibson, Jr.
Chairman, Stark Planning Board

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SEXTON'S REPORT

Thanks to the crew for their fine maintenance efforts again this
year.

More stones were cleaned in the Village and Percy cemeteries.
Years of debris build-up has made the cleaning task much more
difficult than originally expected.

A large portion of next year's efforts will focus on tree and brush
removal.

Anyone interested in genera! grounds maintenance is encouraged
to contact the Selectmen's Office.

I have enjoyed serving as your Sexton.

Dennis Croteau
Sexton

.•■ ■ :•-:?>,''/, '// •

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STARK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT

This year the fire department was called out 18 times with six of
these calls from surrounding towns. Towns are finding it harder to
get coverage from their own town to respond to emergencies,
especially between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. so the
mutual aid system is called for help and Stark is no different.

Chief Barry Wentworth and Captains George Lamphere and
James Hickey attended a 16-hour weekend training class in
Lancaster on the duties of "Incident Safety Officer".

On October 25, we hosted a live burn training of the Moulton farm
with 40 people from different towns in the mutual aid system
attending. With a live burn, fire fighters get so see first hand how
a fire behaves from the time it is set until it is burning up the walls
and across the ceilings, and feel it getting hotter as it burns, and
then watch the fire die down when water is applied. The more
rooms there are, the more training we are able to get. We also
see how ventilation plays an important roll in venting the hot
gasses and smoke from the building and how the fire reacts to the
different streams coming from the nozzle. On the outside of the
building we had a pumper relay, where we pump from one engine
to another engine when the water source is quite a distance from
the fire scene, or we need to do tanker relay where we have to
use tankers to haul water from a water source to a portable dump
tank that the engine pumps from to supply water to the fire.

In 2009, we would like to get our new engine certified. To have
this done the engine has to pump so much water after a time
frame and then the pressure is tested after this time frame, and
once it has passed the certification process, it would give us a
higher ISO rating which in turn would reduce taxpayers home
owners insurance. When it is time to renew your house
insurance, ask your insurance carrier if they have the latest ISO
rating for the Town of Stark. They may ask you how far you live
from the fire station, or how far you live from a fire hydrant or dry

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hydrant. We currently have two dry hydrants in town, one at the
beginning of Sullivan Road and the other at the Transfer Station
Pond, as well as a pumping station in the school yard.

Even though Christmas is a ways away, I would like to add a
reminder about Christmas tree lights. Please don't not plug more
than three strings of lights together, as the wire can heat up and
cause a fire. I have seen someone have five or six strings of
lights plugged together and plugged into the wall outlet which
heated up and began to smell like burning plastic. I went over to
the outlet and felt the wire and it was warm, and when I went to
pull the plug from the wall outlet, the plug has melted enough so
that the metal prongs remained plugged into the outlet and the
plastic plug became unattached from the prongs, and the
receptacle where the cord was plugged into was scorched.
Another reminder is to unplug your Christmas lights when you are!
not home.

The fire department was called out for four auto/truck accidents,,
one injured snowmobiler carry out, one injured hiker carry outt
which involved calling for the DHART helicopter for a transfer tO)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon. We also had a\
grass/brush fire on the railroad right of way, one illegal burn in an
outside fire pit, one search and rescue false alarm, one forest fire
call and one car fire call.

Mutual aid calls with Milan consisted of two structure fires, one
truck vs. moose accident and one tree burning on wires. Mutual
aid to Stratford Hollow included one structure fire with forest fire
resulting, and with Groveton Mutual aid we assisted with one
structure fire. We also had one non mutual aid call for a lift assist
in Dummer.

Jack Pepau, Captain
S.V.F.D.

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TRANSFER STATION REPORT

Let's be honest. The management of a recycling facility is about
as exciting and inspirational as reading the stats from the "Wall
Street Journal." Although the time spent in relocating all those
sundry items having the singular value of filling up an empty
space does provide for healthy exercise. Such activity could be
compared to anything from an E.R. facility where decisions seem
to take forever, to a political rally where chaos is the rule of egos.
There is only one other environment to my mind that would
compliment this behavior — the public zoo! (Although it has been
compared to a war zone). The "Kangaroo" for instance, hops
from bin to bin with his plastic pouch (in most cases not even
attached). The "Sloth" at the other end of the energy scale and
the last one to see near closing time, has very little to do but could
take an hour to do it! The "Rhino" comes charging down the lane
at 30 M.P.H. and without compassion proceeds to poke holes in
anything he does not agree with-a lot of damage by this critter.
The "Elephant" has trained himself to stomp down the corrugated
cardboard boxes to the extreme annoyance of the wrangler on
duty. The fearsome "Lion" is not such a bad beast; you just have
to use the right words with him. The "Zebra", for some
unexplained reason, has lost all his stripes and is too
embarrassed to show himself — we're working on it. On the
unofficial viewing list is a fox or two, for from time to time things
go missing. My personal favorite is the "Unicorn". A mythical
beast you say. Think again. He is the one who pokes the hole in
your tire and that could make my day!

Last year in this book was an abbreviation due to a
"misunderstanding" in scheduling. To back track a bit to '07, with
delight I would like to note that the new addition to the container
bay run has taken much of the ticky-tacky bits and pieces of life

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down here to oblivion. The time gained alone has become an
extra hand in the managing of a cardboard tsunami. The new
green paint admittedly hides the rust, at least for a while.

'08 was much quieter in the infrastructure category with only
some painting, especially of the "line shack", and the addition of
seven new signs which most likely have yet to be noticed. Their
presence is voluntary and are exempt from payroll. A real
personal aid when read. At the beginning of '08 state legislators
initiated a ban from land fills of all household products containing
mercury. It is interesting to note a similar ban on the federal level
for commercial waste containing mercury has been in effect since
1973, as part of the E.P.A. Mercury added products, or "M.A.D."
for short show here, are primarily fluorescent bulbs and several
types of batteries, the collection of which has been a practice here
at the facility years before it became law. One of the directives
from D.E.S. for implementation is for bag checking with the drums
of revolution being the most likely result. What are the odds of
locating a button style battery within the goo of someone's left
over mashed potatoes? We shall continue to rely on the "good
will" (Oh, boy!) of our customers in adding to this collection.
There is a listing of such products on the notice board in the
"Swap Shop" for those in doubt, and you can always ask.

The score board for '08 reflects only a very minor increase on the
recycling side over '07. Actually, the total increase for the past
five years has only been about three percent. With some of the
more significant numbers describing how we are in the first place,
we brought for brokerage in '08 to A.V.R.R.D.D. 8.28 tons of
o.c.c. and box board, 12.50 tons of newspapers, etc., 3.83 tons of
# 1 and # 2 plastics, 4.56 tons of cans, an estimated 13.89 tons of
glass and ceramics, and 27.99 tons of non-burnable wood
products. Also, 213 tires, 31 lead acid batteries, 225 gallons of
waste oil (s), and 105 propane tanks of all sizes, all of which are

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reprocessed with recycling in mind. With the unknown fate of
several other products such as C.R.T.'s and some lamps, their
recycling value can not be quantified, hence are excluded from
the equation. Landfill waste i.e., compactor and "open top"
combined was 152.32 tons for a total cost of $ 14,063.00. The
return of $3,788.33 from 59 tons of all scrap metal, plus $ 1 ,105.00
from bulky waste fees is a small number by comparison, but good
for the general fund. There is no standardization for determining
a recycling rate within the state, and the same is true throughout
the country. Wastes having a pre-determined market value for re-
processing into new consumer goods such as paper products,
scrap metal and some plastics are the most evident to the general
public. However, the larger volume of waste re-emerges in forms
not readily evident to the public eye such as C & D., heavy iron,
glass, and tires being incorporated in infrastructure projects and
energy production. Considering everything land filled and what
went out the door we had a recycling rate of 81% for '08. Surely
some of our neighbors would like to debate that ration. What may
be included in some locals may be excluded in others. Where do
you draw the line?

Within the annual budget analysis for projecting the future co-
signed to the upcoming year, there is usually that last items call
the "Wish List". Material things have been well satisfied in the
past. Help on public days is truly hypothetical, all things
considered-as long as we can keep the influence of D.E.S. under
control. However, as a collateral concern, patrolling, that watchful
eye with a big stick would be an immense aid. A probable
candidate could be an out of work matador (bulls are in short
supply). Being quick on his feet and carrying a sword are sound
qualifications. However, if the wind picks up as we all know it
does frequently, he may drown in his cape! Another prospect
would be a long distance runner (between competitions). But, the
poor fellow would soon ruin his feet on all the gravel during

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summer if he hasn't already broken his back on an ice slip during
winter! The ideal solution, let's say would be to have a five man
patrol, no experience or talent required except for eagle eyesight,
dressed with the air of authority all in black with jack boots, a
pointed cap above the appropriate shades, an inch or so highen
than Albert, and each equipped with an Uzi with an extended clip.
All patrols should have a back-up. A twenty five foot watch tower?
at the open end of the compactor with twin fifties should provide;
the appropriate accommodation. A little fellow in slippers could,,;
man the site and, if for no other reason than to silence those)
diesels, twenty millimeter cannons atop the Swap Shop. With!
such provisions, order should triumph over chaos (probably won't!
be too many people left) Perhaps in the future.

In any event, '09 concerns will be small infrastructure projects^
such as a new door to the "Swap Shop" (along with the;
incomplete door for the oil shed), replacement steps for the=
compactor, and of course, painting-the most difficult of tasks;
considering the independence of "Mother Nature", worse thani
some customers. And what is a new year without a new sign?'
Even if not needed it would maintain tradition. One operational
change concerning non-burnable wood products will take place;
this spring. Instead of the usual ground location for the pasti
several years, such items will be placed in a new roll off container
like the existing open top, most likely set adjacent to it. This willi
require a second look on your part in using the proper container.
(May be able to get one of those boys in black). Also, on a trial!
basis, A.V.R.R.D.D. will be accepting latex paint products along
with the oil base coating at the HHW day in early June. So,
please hang on to your "empty" paint cans until then.

As with all years, no "show" is a success without the backstage
performances of a select few who keep it all glued together. Sue,
whose lightening fingers are put to an extreme challenge with

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typing requests, especially with one of these things; Moe, whose
miracle machine is taking on the appearance of immortality,
[though it needs a wash job; Bob, a relatively newcomer down
'here for times of stress, especially when I am not there; and
"Jimbo" who can build the largest snow banks in town for your
viewing without complaint. It also should be noted that from time
to time a customer comes to the aid in a minor crisis; you know
who you are- thanks again.

The fate of a mayonnaise jar depends on you-cash or cost
What would your rather have?

George S. Bennett
T.S.M.

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ANDROSCOGGIN VALLEY REGIONAL REFUSE
DISPOSAL DISTRICT

2008 Annual Report of District Activities

Tiie AVRRDD 2008 budget apportionment for our member
municipalities totaled $467,000. A surplus of $ 354,510.56 from
the 2007 budget was used to reduce apportionments with a net
budget of $ 112,489.44 being billed to the member municipalities.
The proportionate share of the credit for the Town of Stark was
$ 3,867.20 reducing your gross apportionment of $ 4,783.89 to
$ 915.69. Preliminary reconciliation of the 2008 budget shows a
surplus of approximately $ 271,152.28 being available to credit
toward 2009 apportionments.

Our Materials Recycling Facility marketed a total of 1,674.40 tons
of recyclables, for the period January 1, 2008 through December
31, 2008, representing $ 142,132.63 of marketing income to the
District.

For calendar year 2008, our Transfer Station received 2,605
deliveries from District residents for a total of 724.26 tons of bulky
waste and construction and demolition debris. In addition, our
232 commercial accounts delivered 357.07 tons of bulky waste
and construction and demolition debris and 1,130.18 tons of
wood. Recycling at the Transfer Station consisted of 2,037.39
tons of wood that was processed through a grinder, 189.93 tons
of scrap metal, 256.55 tons of leaf and yard waste and 121.20
tons of brush which was chipped with the District owned chipper.
In addition, 363 refrigerator/air conditioners; 391 propane tanks;
4,534 tires; 16,294 feet of fluorescent bulbs; 362 pounds of
ballasts and 42.81 tons of electronics were recycled. We also
received 2,235 gallons of waste oil from our residents which was
used in our waste oil furnace to heat the recycling center.
Transfer Station recycling income totaled $ 26,355.87. The

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Recycling Center and Transfer Station are operated, under
contract with the District, by FERCO Recycling, Inc. of Berlin.

Election of Officers was held at the District Annual Meeting in
April 2008: Linda Cushman of Jefferson was re-elected
Chairman; Yves Zornio of Gorham was re-elected Vice Chairman
and Clara Grover of Errol was re-elected Secretary-Treasurer.
Other District Representatives are: Raymond Holt of Dummer,
David Tomlinson of Randolph, Richard Lafleur of Berlin, Paul
Grenier for the Coos County Unincorporated places, Erik Gagne
of Milan, Winston Hawes of Northumberland and George Bennett
of Stark.

In June, the District conducted its seventeenth annual Household
Hazardous Waste Collection Day. The collection was held at the
District Transfer Station with 265 households participating. The
project was funded through the District Household Hazardous
Waste Fund with a $ 15,000 payment from the Mt. Carberry
Landfill Budget. No assessment was made to the District
communities. In addition, a grant from the State of New
Hampshire reimbursed the District at fourteen cents ($.14) per
capita. The next Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will
be held Saturday, June 6, 2009 at the District Transfer Station.

2008 was the sixth year of operations for the AVRRDD-Mt.
Carberry Landfill. Since purchasing the landfill in December
2002, no assessments have been made to the District
municipalities for Mt. Carberry Landfill operations, with income
raised through landfill tipping fees covering operating expenses.
The landfill is operated, under contract with the District, by
Cianbro Corp.

Respectfully Submitted
Sharon E. Gauthier
Executive Director

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REPORT TO THE PEOPLE OF DISTRICT ONE

As I start my 31^^ and 32^^^ years of service to this large Northern
Council District, I am hopeful and excited for new opportunities for
rural America. With a new administration in Washington new
economic programs are in the future. Our role at the state, county
and local level is to have justified applications that will be used to
stimulate job retention and creation. County and regional
economic development councils couple with community action
agencies will be putting these new initiatives to work.

The NH Congressional Delegation-Senator Judd Gregg, Senator
Jeanne Shaheen, Congressman Paul Modes and
Congresswoman Carol Shea Porter joining other Northeastern
states of Maine, Vermont, New York and other New England
Congressman can cause new resources to become available. I
urge that we, at the state, county and local levels of government,
step up with our concerns and let them know our needs.

2009 will start another year of the 10-year NH Highway
Transportation Planning process working through the Regional
Planning Commissions. Transportation Enhancement and
Congestion Mitigation Air quality grants are back in play. Contact
William Watson at NH DOT for details at 271-3344 or
bwatson(a)dot.state.nh.us.

The 2009 session of the NH House and Senate will be a trying
time with proposed cutbacks and how to still provide and meet
constitutional and statutory needs. Be watchful of proposed
legislation passing costs to county and local levels of government.
Stay close to you local state senator and house members.

The Governor and Council are always looking for volunteers to
serve on the dozens of boards and commissions. If you are

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interested please send your resume to Governor John Lynch,

State House, 107 North Main Street, Concord, NH 03301

attention Jennifer Kuzma, Director of Appointments/Liaison or at

(603)271-2121.

A complete list is available at the NH Secretary of State website

atwww.sos.nh.gov/redbook.index.htm

My office has available informational items; NH Constitutions,
tourist maps, consumer handbooks, etc. I send, via email, a
Monday morning schedule. Send me your email address to be
added to the list if you'd like at rburton(a)nh.gov.

Please contact my office anytime I can be of assistance to you.

By: Ray Burton, Executive Councilor

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WEEKS MEDICAL CENTER

DARTMOUTH-HITCHCOCK

HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE SERVICES

Weeks Medical Center-Home Health and Hospice is grateful for
the opportunity to serve the residents of Stark and greatly
appreciates your continued support and confidence. Town
funding is critically important and is used to assist families and
individuals who are unable to pay for Home Health and Hospice
Services and to support care where funding does not cover direct
costs.

Our Home Health and Hospice Services continue to provide Stark
residents with a wide range of services. Weeks Home Health and
Hospice provides continuity of health care from the hospital to
patients' homes. Services include skilled nursing; physical,
occupational and speech therapies; licensed home health aides;
homemakers; medical social services; intravenous therapies and
care to the terminally ill.

Our Medicare Certified Hospice program continues to provide
excellent palliative care to the terminally ill. Weeks Hospice is a
special kind of holistic care... focusing on the emotional and
spiritual needs of the family as well as the physical needs of the
patient at the end of life. No one is refused care based on an
inability to pay. Over the last year, an increasing number of
hospice patients received care, support and love from our nurses,
aides, and volunteers. To celebrate their memory, a luminary
service was held and many residents from area towns were in
attendance.

Thank you for your continuing support and confidence.

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AMERICAN RED CROSS

The Granite Chapter serves communities covering 52 percent of
New Hampshire, including the Concord area, Lakes Region and
North Country. Chapter staff and volunteers provide support and
relief after a disaster; emergency preparedness training; course in
health and safety; blood drives; volunteer and youth leadership
opportunities; and aid to military families.

Your Red Cross chapter has been active in and around the Stark
area.

• Red Cross trained volunteers make up the chapter's
Colebrook Area Disaster Action Team, which responds to
disasters day or night in Stark and surrounding towns. In all,
the Granite Chapter has seven Disaster Action Teams with
over 100 specially trained volunteers. The other teams are
based in Plymouth, New London, Laconia/Lakes Region,
Concord, Berlin, and Littleton, and travel to meet the disaster
needs in any of our towns.

• Fortunately there were no home fires or other disasters last
year in Stark that required Red Cross assistance. In all, our
disaster volunteers helped 98 families/individuals, a total of
264 people including 107 children in 42 towns. More than 98
percent of the local disasters were residential fires. Disaster
teams were also on the scene of the NH Tornado Disaster in
July 2008 giving aid to about 100 people.

• Health and safety classes are held at the chapter office in
Concord, the Belknap Mall and communities throughout our
jurisdiction. Classes include CPR, First Aid, use of AEDs,
Babysitter Training, Safe on My Own (for ages 8-11), Pet

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First Aid and more. We are glad to arrange for Red Cross
classes in Stark with enrollment of six or more participants.

• Last year in all the towns that we serve, there were 225
blood drives where donors gave a total of 12,749 pints of the
"gift of life". NH hospitals depend on the American Red
Cross for their blood supplies.

All Red Cross assistance is free to disaster victims. The Granite
Chapter is a non-profit organization that receives no annual
federal funding. We depend on generous donations of time and
money from the American people to support our services. An
appropriation from Stark would help ensure that the American
Red Cross can continue to train and prepare people for
emergencies, and respond swiftly and effectively at times of
disasters.

Based on two years of data, the average support provided to
disaster victims is $ 1,300 per case. Municipal contributions are
one part of our diversified funding sources. We ask all 101 towns
in our area for a contribution based on the same rate per capita.
Last year we received funding from one third of our towns.

Volunteers and staff of this chapter look forward to serving the
community of Stark in the next fiscal year. Please feel free to
contact me if you need any other information. (603-225-6697
x210). I or my representative would be glad to meet with you.

By: Maria White
Interim Executive Director

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NORTHERN HUMAN SERVICES
2006 FACT SHEET

THE MENTAL HEALTH CENTER

Northern Human Services, The Mental Health Center has
provided the people of northern New Hampshire and bordering
communities in Vermont with quality services for over 30 years.
We provide mental health emergency services 24 hours a day,
counseling, evaluations, drug and alcohol treatment, community
outreach and prevention services. We also provide supportive
housing services to individuals with disabilities, enabling them to
live as independently as possible in their local community. The
services we provide are confidential.

As a private, non-profit agency, we are dependent on fees for
services, grants and appropriations from the communities we
serve. Insurance plans cover most of our services. It is our policy
to not let an inability to pay prevent someone from obtaining the
services they require. Sliding fee arrangements are available. As
a result, our collection rate is only about 50%.

VERSHIRE CENTER

Northern Human Services, Vershire Center has provided
vocational and social training as well as support to individuals with
a variety of disabilities for more than 30 years. Over 60
individuals from the local geographic area benefit from our
services. Over 50 community employers across our service area
work closely with the Center to provide meaningful paid and
volunteer work, as well as social opportunities to the individuals
we serve.

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The individuals we serve reside in Enrol, Northumberland,
Pittsburg, bordering Vermont communities and all points in-
between. Hundred of miles of transportation services are
required each day.

TOWN DONATIONS: Vershire Center & The Mental Health
Center combined:

The amount received from the Town of Stark in 2005: $ 125.00

The amount received from the Town of Stark in 2006: $ 125.00

The amount received from the Town of Stark in 2007: $ 125.00

The amount received from the Town of Stark in 2008: $ 125.00

The amount requested from the Town of Stark in 2009: $ 125.00

We deeply appreciate the ongoing support that we have received
from the citizens of Stark. Your appropriations help ensure the
continued availability of quality services to the residents of you
community who experience mental health difficulties and/or
developmental impairments.

Respectfully Submitted
Charlie Cott, LICSW
Area Director
237-4955

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NORTH COUNTRY COUNCIL, INC

The Cottage at the Rocks

107 Glessner Road

Bethlehem, NH 03574

(603) 444-6303

Fax: (603) 444-7588

E-Mail: nccinc(a)nccouncil.orq

I would like to thank all of you for your support of the Council this
past year. We have made a number of positive changes and
completed a number of projects throughout the region. Once
again, we affirmed the Council's commitment to serve community
and regional needs.

Over the past year, we have continued to deliver planning and
economic development services throughout the region. We have
and we will continue to adjust our capacities to respond to the
needs of the communities and I think you will see this in the
programs that we will be introducing in the coming years. The
North Country Council has continued its strong relationship with
the Department of Commerce and the Economic Development
Administration (EDA) in bringing funding and project development
to the region. As we all know, these are tough economic times
and we will be working with our State and Federal elected officials
to do whatever we can to assist our communities economically.
We will continue our Community Planning Outreach program
targeted at helping our planning boards in the difficult tasks of
managing the planning activities in their communities. We will
continue to seek your input as to the communities' needs and, as
always, be providing the necessary technical support and
education as our resources allow. These programs, as well as all
the other traditional programs in master planning, solid waste
management, grant writing, natural resource planning, Brownfieids
assessments, and transportation planning will continue to be the

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focus of North Country Council. Please take the time to look over
our Annual Report and give us some feedback as to where you
think the Council could improve and how we might better serve
our communities.

Again thank you for all of your support for the Council and I hope
that my staff and I can continue to be of service to your
community. The Council is here to serve you. It is your
organization. Our staff and Board are committed to responding to
community need. If there is a project or a need in your town,
please call us. We are dedicated to both supporting our individual
towns and promoting regional unity in the North Country.

Respectfully Submitted,
Michael King
Executive Director

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TOWN OF STARK

2009

WARRANT

BUDGET

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TOWN OF STARK, NEW HAMPSHIRE

TOWN WARRANT

2009

To the inhabitants of the Town of Stark, Coos County and State of
New Hampshire, qualified to vote in town affairs. You are hereby
notified to meet at the Stark Volunteer Fire Department in said
Town on the second Tuesday in March, next March 10, 2009 to
act upon the subjects hereinafter mentioned. You are hereby
warned that on said date and place the polls will be opened at
9:00 in the forenoon and will remain open until 7:00 in the
afternoon for the reception of ballots under the Non-Partisan
Ballot System.

ARTICLE 1: To choose all necessary Town Officers for the year
ensuing. (To be voted on by ballot while the polls are open.)

ARTICLE 2: To see if the Town authorizes the local governing
body to look into the possibility of taking over Christine Lake
Beach with all maintenance and upkeep to be done by the Town
of Stark, with funding to come from the Northern NH Charitable
Trust Foundation. (To be voted on by ballot while the polls are
open.) (This is a non-binding article)

ARTICLE 3: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate

the sum of $ 165,225 for General Government: (Recommended
by the Selectmen)

4130-Executive 36,200

Payroll 25,000

Expenses 1,700

Office Expenses 9,500

4140-Election, Registrations 15,100

Payroll 10,300

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Annual Report 2,000

Expenses 1,100

Office Expenses 1 ,700

4150-Financial Administration 18,600

Payroll 10,200

Auditors 6,200

Expenses 1,000

Office Expenses 1 ,200

4152-Revaluation 27,100

Map Maintenance 800

Partial Revaluation 23,800

Software Support 2,500

4153-Legal 2,000

Services 2,000

4155-Personnel Administration 15,300

WT/Medi/Retirement 14,800

Unemployment 500

4191-Planning & Zoning 500

Miscellaneous 500

4194-General Gov't Buildings 11,350

Payroll 1 ,450

Expenses 300

Fire Code 600

Interior & Exterior 1 ,500

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Maintenance 1,500

Utilities 6,000

4195-Cemeteries 5,700

Payroll 4,300

Expenses 300

Maintenance 1,100

4196-lnsurance 29,800

Health Insurance 14,700

Liability/Bonding 10,600
Worker's Compensation 4,500

4197-Advertising & Regional Assoc. 2,000

Advertising 1,100

North Country Council 600

Northern Gateway 300

4199-Perambulation 1,575

Perambulation 1,575

ARTICLE 4: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate

the sum of $ 33,175 for Public Safety. (Recommended by the

Selectmen)

4210-Police 8,250

Payroll 6,500

Expenses 1,000

Office Expenses 750 \

4215-Ambulance 6,300

Services 6,300

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4220-Fire Department 17,550

Payroll 2,300

Maintenance 8,550

Mutual Aid 400

Office Expenses 300

Physicals/Background Cks. 500

Utilities 5,500

4290-Emergency Management 500

Expenses 500

4299-Other Safety 575

Lancaster Juvenile Diversion 275

Safety 300

ARTICLE 5: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate
the sum of $ 171,840 for Highways & Streets. (Recommended by
the Selectmen)

4312-Highways 171,840

Payroll 42,000

Chloride 5,000

Cold Patch 1 ,600

Expenses 250

Grading 5,000

Maintenance 23,600

Mowing 6,290

Reconstruction 70,000

Sand & Salt 10,000

Signs 1,000

Town Garage Addition 100

Utilities 7,000

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ARTICLE 6: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate

the sum of $ 72,400 for Sanitation. (Recommended by the
Selectmen)

4324-Soiid Waste 45,400

Payroll 15,000

District Costs 24,200

Expenses 700

Maintenance 4,000

Utilities 1,500

4325-Solid Waste Clean-Up 27,000

Bond/Loan Fees 23,000

Monitoring 4,000

ARTICLE 7: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate
the sum of $ 5,689 for Health. (Recommended by the Selectmen)
4415-Health Agencies 3,033

Health Officer 75

Northern Human Services 125

Weeks Home Health 2,833

441 9-Other Health 2,656

American Red Cross 236

Community Action Program 920

G.H.S.-Chem Free 350

North County Elders-CAP 450

Senior Meals 700

ARTICLE 8: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate
the sum of $ 3,500 for Direct Assistance:
4442-Welfare 3,500

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Direct Assistance 3,500

ARTICLE 9: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate

the sum of $ 2,500 for Culture & Recreation: (Recommended by
the Selectmen)

4550-Library 500

Library 500

4583-Patriotic 2,000

Patriotic 2,000

ARTICLE 10: To see if the Town will vote to raise and
appropriate the sum of $ 23,700 for Debt Services:
(Recommended by the Selectmen)

471 1 -Principal-Bonds 1 5,000

Fire Department Bond 15,000

4721 -Interest-Bonds 4,700

Fire Department Bond 4,700

4723-lnterest on T.A.N. 4,000

Tax Anticipation Note 4,000

ARTICLE 11: To see if the Town will vote to raise and

appropriate the sum of $ 21,700 for Interfund Operating Transfers
Out: (Recommended by the Selectmen)

491 5-Capital Reserves 21 ,200

Backhoe 3,000

Bridge 10,000

Compactor 1,000

Dump Closure 100

Fire Department Building 100

Fire Department Equipment 2,000

Town Truck 5,000

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491 6-Transfers To Trust 500

Discount 500

ARTICLE 12: To see if the Town will vote to reorganize the Stark
Volunteer Fire Department to re-establish as follows:
Effective one (1) year from passing of this article the Fire Chief
shall be appointed by the local governing body with firefighters
appointed by local governing body upon recommendation of the
Fire Chief. (Recommended by the Selectmen)

ARTICLE 13: To see if the Town will vote to give a 5% discount
on property taxes if paid within 14 days after tax bills have been
presented. (Not recommended by the Selectmen.)

ARTICLE 14: To transact any and all other business that may
lawfully come before this meeting.

A TRUE COPY ATTEST:

p \ gu-^^-- '•'"^ — ^ "

James Eich, Chairman

Albert Cloutier, Jr
James R. Gibson, Sr.

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BUDGET OF THE TOWN

OF:

STARK

Appropriations and Estimates of Revenue for the Ensuing Year January 1 , 2009 to December 31 , 2009
or Fiscal Year From to

IMPORTANT:

Please read RSA 32:5 applicable to all municipalities.

1. Use this form to list the operating budget and all special and individual warrant articles in the appropriate
recommended and not recommended area. All proposed appropriations must be on this form.

2. Hold at least one public hearing on this budget.

3. When completed, a copy of the budget must be posted with the warrant. Another copy must be
placed on file with the town clerk, and a copy sent to the Department of Revenue Administration
at the address below within 20 days after the meeting.

This form was posted with the warrant on (Date):_

H f£.RJiuAfki stopq

GOVERNING BODY (SELECTMEN)

Please sign in ink.

JAMES EICH, CHAIRMAN

ALBERT CLOUTIER, JR

JAMES R. GIBSON, SR.

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<^<C^^^Uii^^ A^

THIS BUDGET SHALL BE POSTED WITH THE TOWN WARRANT

FOR DRA USE ONLY

NH DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE ADMINISTRATION
MUNICIPAL SERVICES DIVISION
P.O. BOX 487, CONCORD, NH 03302-0487
(603)271-3397

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Budget - Town of

2 3

PY 2009

OP Bud.

Appropriations

Actual

Appropriations

PURPOSE OF APPROPRIATIONS Warr.

Prior Year As

Expenditures

Ensuing FY

Acct. #

(RSA 32:3,V) Art.#

Approved by DRA

Prior Year

(RECOMMENDED)

(NOT RECOMMENDED)

GENERAL GOVERNMENT

xxxxxxxxx

XXXXXXXXX

4130-4139

Executive

35,400

36,157.82

36,200

4140-4149

Election, Reg.& Vital Statistics

15,300

15,522.94

15,100

4150-4151

Financial Administration

22,000

18,244.03

18,600

4152

Revaluation of Property

13,500

10,603.11

27,100

4153

Legal Expense

2,000

62.00

2,000

4155-4159

Personnel Administration

15,000

15,297.24

15,300

4191-4193

Planning & Zoning

500

461.02

500

4194

General Government Buildings

11,350

9,567.46

11,350

4195

Cemeteries

5,700

5,004.91

5,700

4196

Insurance

29,250

28,301.14

29,800

4197

Advertising & Regional Assoc.

2,000

1,657.04

2,000

4199

Other General Government

.00

1,575

PUBLIC SAFETY

XXXXXXXXX

4210-4214

Police

8,250

6,252.81

8,250

4215-4219

Ambu'lance

6,000

5,676.00

6,300

4220^229

Fire

15,200

16,110.81

17,550

4240-1249

Building Inspection

4290-4298

Emergency Management

500

499.55

500

4299

Other (Incl. Communications)

575

275.00

575

AIRPORT/AVIATION CENTER

XXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXX

XXXXXXXXX

4301-4309 Airport Operations

HIGHWAYS & STREETS

XXXXXXXXX

4311

Administration

192,150

196,963.00

171,840

4312

Highways & Streets

4313

Bridges

4316

Street Lighting

4319

Other

SANITATION

XXXXXXXXX

4321

Administration

4323

Solid Waste Collection

4324

Solid Waste Disposal

41,400

42,951.63

45,400

4325

Solid Waste Clean-up

28,000

26,088.30

27,000

4326-1329

Sewage Coll. & Disposal & Other

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Budget - Town of
2

STARK

2009

OP Bud. Appropriations Actual Appropriations Appropriations
PURPOSE OF APPROPRIATIONS Warr. Prior Year As Expenditures Ensuing FY Ensuing FY
(RSA 32:3.V) Art.g Approved by DRA Prior Year (RECOMMENDED) (NOT recommenoed)

WATER DISTRIBUTION & TREATMENT

xxxxxxxxx

4331

Administration

4332

Water Services

4335-4339

Water Treatment, Conserv.S Other

ELECTRIC

xxxxxxxxx

4351^352

Admin, and Generation

4353

Purchase Costs

4354

Electric Equipment Maintenance

4359

Other Electric Costs

HEALTH

xxxxxxxxx

4411

Administration

4414

Pest Control

4415-4419

Health Agencies & Hosp. & Other

5,635

5,635.00

5,689

WELFARE

XXXXXXXXX

xxxxxxxxx

4441^1442

Administration & Direct Assist.

3,500

1,139.13

3,500

4444

Intergovernmental Welfare Pymnts

4445-4449

Vendor Payments & Other

CULTURE & RECREATION

xxxxxxxxx

XXXXXXXXX

4520-4529

Parks & Recreation

4550-1559

Library

1,000

1,000.00

500

4583

Patriotic Purposes

2,000

1,678.15

2,000

4589

Other Culture & Recreation

CONSERVATION

XXXXXXXXX

4611-4612

Admin.S Purch. of Nat. Resources

4619

Other Conservation

4631 -J632 REDEVELOPMENT & HOUSING

4651-4659 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

DEBT SERVICE

XXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXX xxxxxxxxx XXXXXXXXX

4711

Princ- Long Tenn Bonds & Notes

15,000

15,000.00

15,000

4721

Interest-Long Term Bonds & Notes

6,500

5,452.50

4,700

4723

Int. on Tax Anticipation Notes

4,000

0.00

4,000

4790-4799

Other Debt Service

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Budget - Town of
1 2

STARK

FY 2009

OP Bud.

Appropriations

Actual

Appropriations

PURPOSE OF APPROPRIATIONS

Warr.

Prior Year As

Expenditures

Ensuing FY

Acct. #

(RSA 32:3,V)

Art.#

Approved by DRA

Prior Year

(RECOMMENDED)

(NOT RECOMMENDED)

CAPITAL OUTLAY

xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx

Land

Machinery, Vehicles & Equipment

Buildings

Improvements Other Than BIdgs.

OPERATING TRANSFERS OUT

xxxxxxxxx

XXXXXXXXX

4912

To Special Revenue Fund

4913

To Capital Projects Fund

4914

To Enterprise Fund

Sewer-

Water-

Electric-

Airport-

4915

To Capital Resen/e Fund'

18,200

18,200.00

21,200

4916

To Exp.Tr.Fund-except #4917*

500

500.00

500

4917

To Health Maint Tmst Funds'

4918

To Nonexpendable Tmst Funds

4919

To Fiduciary Funds

OPERATING BUDGET TOTAL

500,410

484, 300. 5S

499,729

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Budget - Town of

2009

"SPECIAL WARRANT ARTICLES"

Special warrant articles are defined in RSA 32:3, VI, as appropriations: 1) in petitioned warrant articles; 2) appropriations
raised by bonds or notes; 3) appropriation to a separate fund created pursuant to law, such as capital reserv e funds or
trust funds; 4) an appropriation designated on the w arrant as a special article or as a nonlapsing or nontransferable
article.

Appropriations Actual Appropriations Appropriations
PURPOSE OF APPROPRIATIONS Warr. Prior Year As Expenditures Ensuing FY Ensuing FY
Acct. # (RSA 32:3,V) Art.# Approved by DRA Prior Year (RECOMMENDED) (NOT RECOMMENDED)

SPECIAL ARTICLES RECOMMENDED

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•INDIVIDUAL WARRANT ARTICLES"

"Individual" warrant articles are not necessarily the same as "special w arrant articles". Individual warrant articles
night be negotiated cost items for labor agreements or items of a one time nature y ou wish to address individually.

SAND/SALT SHED

150,000

126,935.65

0.00

INDIVIDUAL ARTICLES RECOMMENDED

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Budget - Town of.

Actual

Estimated

Warr.

Estimated Revenues

Revenues

Acct. #

SOURCE OF REVENUE

Art.#

Prior Year

Ensuing Year

TAXES

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XXXXXXXXX

3120

Land Use Change Taxes - General Fund

2,500

4,377

2,500

3180

Resident Taxes

3185

Timber Taxes

4,500

6,430

4,000

3186

Payment in Lieu of Taxes

26,896

26,566

26,000

3189

Ottier Taxes

3190

Interest & Penalties on Delinquent Taxes

15,000

36,791

18,000

Inventory Penalties

3187

Excavation Tax ($.02 cents per cu yd)

2,200

2,130

2,200

LICENSES, PERMITS & FEES

XXXXXXXXX

3210

Business Licenses & Permits

300

265

300

3220

Motor Vehicle Permit Fees

70,000

79,385

75,000

3230

Building Permits

3290

Other Licenses, Permits & Fees

1 , 500

1,213

1,500

3311-3319

FROM FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

FROM STATE

XXXXXXXXX

3351

Shared Revenues

3,369

5,596

3,369

3352

Meals & Rooms Tax Distribution

23,250

23,000

3353

Highway Blocl( Grant

45,851

50,214

45,000

3354

Water Pollution Grant

3355

Housing & Community Development

3356

State & Federal Forest Land Reimbursement

3357

Flood Control Reimbursement

3359

Other (Including Railroad Tax)

5,490

3379

FROM OTHER GOVERNMENTS

CHARGES FOR SERVICES

XXXXXXXXX

3401-3406

Income from Departments

4,000

4,646

3,000

3409

Other Charges

MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES

XXXXXXXXX

3501

Sale of Municipal Property

300

280

100

3502

Interest on Investments

2,500

4,683

3,000

3503-3509

Other

1,200

1,100

1,200

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Budget - Town of

2009

Actual

Estimated

Warr.

Estimated Revenues

Revenues

Acct. #

SOURCE OF REVENUE

Art.#

Prior Year

Ensuing Year

INTERFUND OPERATING TRANSFERS IN

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3912

From Special Revenue Funds

3913

From Capital Projects Funds

3914

From Enterprise Funds

Sewer - (Offset)

Water - (Offset)

Electric - (Offset)

Airport - (Offset)

3915

From Capital Reserve Funds

3916

From Trust & Fiduciary Funds

3917

Transfers from Conservation Funds

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES

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3934 Proc. from Long Term Bonds & Notes

Amount VOTED From F/B ("Surplus")

150,000

126,936

Fund Balance ("Surplus") to Reduce Taxes

70,000

TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUE & CREDITS

428,856

449,352

1 "BUDGET SUMMARY" ]

Prior Year

Ensuing Year

)perating Budget Appropriations Recommended (from page 4)

500,410

499,729

Ipecial Warrant Articles Recommended (from page 5)

idividual Warrant Articles Recommended (from page 5)

150,000

OTAL Appropriations Recommended

650,410

499,729

ess: Amount of Estimated Revenues & Credits (from above)

428,856

213,659

stimated Amount of Taxes to be Raised

221,554

286,070

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TOWN MEETING NOTES

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ANNUAL REPORT

OF THE

STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT

OF
STARK, NEW HAMPSHIRE

FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2008

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SCHOOL WARRANT
State of New Hampshire

To the inhabitants of the School District of Stark, New Hampshire,
qualified to vote in District affairs:

You are hereby notified to meet in the Stark Fire Station in said District
on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at 9:00 o'clock in the forenoon to act upon the
subjects hereinafter mentioned. The polls will be opened at said place and
date from 9:00 o'clock in the forenoon for the reception of your ballots under
the non-partisan ballot system. Polls wilt not close before 7:00 o'clock in the
evening.

1. To choose by non-partisan ballot the following District officers for
the ensuing year, a District clerk, a District treasurer, a District
moderator; one member of the School Board for the ensuing three
years.

Given under our hands at Stark this 10th day of February, 2009.

ichelle Randall, Chairperson

SCHOOL
BOARD

A True Copy of Warrant - Attest:

Michelle Randall, Chairperson
fhomas^ushey Cx

SCHOOL
BOARD

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SCHOOL WARRANT
STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE

To the inhabitants of the School District of Stark, New Hampshire, qualified to
vote in District affairs;

You are hereby notified to meet in the Stark Fire Station in said District on
Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at 2:30 o'clock in the afternoon to act upon the subjects
hereinafter mentioned. The matters of appropriations and such other business
properly coming before said meeting will be taken up for your consideration and
action.

1. To hear reports of agents, auditors, committees, or officers heretofore chosen
and any vote relating thereto.

2. To set the salaries of school district officials:

School Board Members 3 @ $850.00 each $2,550.00

Treasurer 600.00

Board Secretary $50.00 per meeting 600.00

Clerk 70.00

Moderator 70.00

Police 70.00

Supervisors of the Checklist 3 @ $70,00 each 21 0.00

Ballot Clerks 2 @ $70.00 each 140.00
(Recommended by the School Board)

3. Shall the school district accept the provisions of RSA 198:20-b providing that any
school district at an annual meeting may adopt an article authorizing indefinitely,
until specific rescission of such authority, the school board to apply for, accept
and expend, without further action by the school district, unanticipated money
from a state, federal or other governmental unit or a private source which
becomes available during the fiscal year? (Recommended by the School Board).

4. To see if the District will vote to ratify and confirm a ten year tuition contract with
the Northumberland School District, for all Stark students, grades K through 6.
(Recommended by the School Board)

5. To see if the District will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of Nine Hundred
Ninety One Thousand Four Hundred Forty Nine Dollars ($991,449.00) for the
support of schools, for the payment of salaries of school district officials and
agents, and for the payment of statutory obligations of the District. This article
does not include any of the other warrant articles. (Recommended by the School
Board)

6. To see if the District will vote to raise and appropnate up :o Twenty Five
Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) to be placed in the Maintenance Expendable
Trust Fund, with such amount to be funded from June 30 unreserved fund
balance available for transfer on July 1 . (Recommended by the School Board)

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7. Shall the voters of the Stark School District within the School Administrative Unit
Number 58 adopt the provisions of RSA 194-C;9-b to allow for insertion of the
School Administrative Unit budget as a separate warrant article at annual school
district meetings. (Inserted by Petition)

8. To transact any other business that may lawfully come before said meeting.

Given under our hands at Stark this 10th day of February. 2009.

SCHOOL
BOARD

A True Copy of Warrant - Attest:
Michelle Randall, Chairperson

tYUuuLu^ niT^c

Ouu, /::LcjI-JLJ^

Michelle Randall, Chairperson

Thomas Bushey

7^64l\a^o^

SCHOOL

BOARD

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ANNUAL SCHOOL REPORT

School District of Stark

Organization/Administration 2008-2009

School Board Term Expires
Michelle Randall, Chairperson 2009

Thomas Bushey 2010

DanforthPeel 2011

Superintendent of Schools

Carl M. Ladd - Tel. 636-1437

Patricia Brown, Business Manager

Frederick Bailey, Administrative Coordinator

Carrie Irving, Secretary

Darlene Curley, Payroll & Human Resource

Lisa Blodgett, Accounts Payable/Grants

Stark Village School
Shelli Roberts - Teaching Principal
Michelle Rogers - Part-time Secretary
Kelly Jewell - Grades K, 1, 2, & 3
Bridget Gagne - Grades 4, 5, & 6
Jennifer Chauvette, Paraprofessional
Samantha Holbrook, Paraprofessional
Nikki Doolan, Cafeteria
Bradley Ball, Custodian
Yuko Plambeck - Part-time Art
Tabitha Paquette, Part-time Music
Dorothy Meunier, RN - Part-time Nurse
Mary Eliason - Part-time Guidance Counselor

Treasurer Clerk Moderator

Susan Croteau Susan Croteau William Joyce

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Grade

Kelly Jewell
Bridget Gagne

GRADE PLACEMENT CHART

2008-2009

Total

Junior High School
High School

Grade 7
Grade 8

Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 1 1
Grade 12

# Students
5
2

12
6
8
8

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STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT

ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES

MARCH 11,2008

Susan H. Croteau, Town Clerk declared meeting open at 2:30 p.m. Susan explained that
William L. Joyce resigned his position as Moderator to take on a School Board Member
position. First order of business was to appoint a Moderator. Motion to appoint Keith
Clouatre as Moderator made by William Joyce. Second. James Eich. Motion carries.
Ballot clerks were John Pepau Sr. & Judith Gibson

Motion to dispense with reading of entire Warrant made by William Joyce Second:
Michelle Randall. Motion carries.

ARTICLE #1: To hear reports of agents, auditors, 'committees, or officers heretofore
chosen and any vote relating thereto.

ARTICLE # 2: To set salaries of school district officials:

School Board Members 3 @ S 850.00 each S 2,550.00

Treasurer 600.00

Board Secretar>' S 50.00 per meeting 600.00

Clerk 55.00

Moderator 55.00

Police 55.00

Supervisors of the Checklist 3 @ S 25.00 each 75.00

Ballots Clerks 2 @ S 40.00 each 80.00

(Recommended by the School Board)

Motion to move ARTICLE # 2 made by Michelle Randall. Second: William Joyce.

Motion to amend ARTICLE # 2 made by James Eich Second: James Gibson, Sr.

AMENDED ARTICLE # @ to read:

School Board Members 3 @ S 850.00 each S 2,550.00

Treasurer 600.00

Board Secretary' S 50.00 per meeting 600.00

Clerk 70.00

Moderator 70.00

Police 70.00

Supervisors of the Checklist 3 (^> S 70.00 each 210.00

Ballots Clerks 2 §, S 70.00 each 140.00

James Eich recommended raising the rate of pay for the Election Officials to the same
amounis thai the Town pays for the Officials for ilic Town Meering, Discui^ioii rollow s.

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AMENDED ARTICLE # 2 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 3: Shall the school district accept the provisions of RSA 198:20-b

providing that any school district at an annual meeting may adopt an article authorizing

indefinitely, until specific rescission of such authority, the school board to apply for,

accept and expend, without fijrther action by the school district, unanticipated money

from a state, federal or other governmental unit or a private source which becomes

available during the fiscal year? (Recommended by the School Board)

Motion to move ARTICLE # 3 made by Thomas Bushey. Second: Michelle Randall.

No discussion on article.

ARTICLE # 3 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 4: To see if the District will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of Nine

Hundred Thirty One Thousand Seventy Three Dollars ( $ 931,073.00) for the support of

schools, for the payment of salaries of school district officials and agents, and for the

payment of statutory obligations of the District. This article does not include any of the

other v/arrant articles. (Recommended by the School Board)

Mofion to move ARTICLE # 4 made by Thomas Bushey. Second: William Joyce.

Mofion to AMEND ARTICLE # 4 to read as follows:

The see if the District will vote to raise and appropriate the sum of Nine Hundred Thirty

One Thousand Three Hundred Thirteen Dollars (5931,313.00) for the support of schools,

for the payment of salaries of school district officials and agents, and for the payment of

statutory obligations of the District. This article does not include any of the other warrant

articles.

Motion to move AMENDED ARTICLE # 4 made by Thomas Bushey. Second: William

Joyce.

Thomas Bushey explained that the reason for the amendment is to cover the costs of the

increase in election salaries from article # 2. Questions, comments and concerns were

addressed in reference to the article Thomas stated that the budget being proposed is

4.4% less than the 2007 Budget.

Georgia Caron asked what the cost per pupil in the Stark School is. Superintendent Ladd

responded that it is S 14.245 per student which is "higher than the state average of $

10,108 ."

AMENDED ARTICLE # 4 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 5: Tc see if the District will vote to raise and appropriate up the Twenty

Five Thousand Dollars (S 25,000.00) to be place in the Maintenance Expendable Trust

Fund, with such amount to be funded from June 30 unreserved fund balance available for

transfer on July 1. (Recommended by the School Board)

Motion to move ARTICLE # 5 made by Michelle Randall Second: Thomas Bushey.

General discussion follows.

ARTICLE # 5 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 6: To see if the District will vote to raise and appropriate up to fifty
Thousand Dollars (S 50.000.00) to be placed in the Special Education Expendable Trust

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Fund, with such amount to be funded from June 30 unreserved fund balance available for
transfer on July 1. (Recommended by the School Board)

Motion to move ARTICLE # 6 made by Everett R. Frizzell. Second; James Eich.
Motion to AMEND ARTICLE # 6 made by Diane Daley. Second: Wayne
Montgomery. To read as follows:

To see if the District will vote to raise and appropriate up to Five Thousand Dollars
( $ 5,000 ) to be placed in the Special Education Expendable Trust Fund, with such
amount to be funded from June 30 unreserved fiand balance available for transfer on July
1.

Motion to move AMENDED ARTICLE # 6 made by Diane Daley. Second:
Christopher Joyce.
Lengthy discussion follows.

AMENDED ARTICLE # 6 FAILED BY VOICE VOTE.
ARTICLE # 6 AS ORIGLNALLY WRITTEN PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 7: To see if the District will vote to participate in a preliminary planning

committee to study re-organizational possibilities including those under RSA 195 and

RSA 195-A, said committee to consist of one school board member and two at-large

citizens to be appointed by each of the school boards of the participating districts. Sad

committee will report to each of the participating school boards no later than December

31, 2008 with its findings and recommendations.

Motion to move ARTICLE # 7 made by Thomas Bushey. Second: Diane Daley.

General discussion.

ARTICLE # 7 PASSED BY VOICE VOTE.

ARTICLE # 8: To transact any other business that may lawfully come before said

meeting.

Motion to move .ARTICLE # 8 made by Michelle Randall. Second: Thomas Bushey.

Diane Daley asked the Board the consider establishing a Tuition Relief Trust Fund so the

tuition isn't such a burden to tax payers.

William Joyce stated that the school is still in need of volunteers and that volunteers do

make a difference.

Michelle Randall thanked citizens for their donations of food and other items for the

Tov^-n Meeting day luncheon put together by the S.O.S. committee

William Joyce stated that the attitude at the S.A.U. Office ""has made a dramatic change

for the better."

Sue Fogg requested that the Board consider changing the time and or date of the next

School Meeting so more people who work during the day could attend if the meeting was

held during the evening or ""even consider having it on a Saturday '

Diane Daley thanked the School Board Members for a job well done in the last year.

Motion to adjourn made by James Eich. Second: Sue Fogg

Meeting adjourned at 3:55 p.m.

Voting continued until 7:00 p.m. Polls were closed and ballots tabulated with the

following results:

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SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER ( 3 years) Danforth Peel

SCHOOL TREASURER ( 1 year) Susan H. Croteau

SCHOOL CLERK ( 1 year ) Susan H. Croteau

SCHOOL MODERATOR (1 year) William L. Joyce

Respectfully Submitted,

'Susan H. Croteau, Clerk
Stark School District

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STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT
MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

2008-2009

I am pleased to submit my second annual school report. This has
been an interesting time in which to take over the educational
leadership requirements in our communities, but I have truly
enjoyed working with the administrators, teachers, parents, and
community members within our SAD to provide the best
educational opportunities for our children given our limited
resources. The Stark School Board deserves a great deal of
credit for their commitment to our school's educational programs.
I have enjoyed working with them.

The SAU #58 School Board, comprised of Northumberland, Stark,
and Stratford, established goals for the 2008-09 school year in
October. These goal areas were developed by administration,
staff, and board members working together and provide the focus
and direction for the use of our limited fiscal and human
resources.

SAU #58 Goals:

1. Curriculum

a. To analyze and adjust existing curriculum maps to
ensure alignment with Grade Level and Grade Span
Expectations.

2. Instruction

a. To analyze instructional practices to ensure that the
curriculum is delivered in a manner that engages all
students and is differentiated based on assessment
data.

b. To implement the revamped teacher evaluation /
supervision model based on Charlotte Danielson's
Framework for Teaching.

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c. To develop a formal mentor program.

3. Assessment

a. To analyze assessment data, both formative and
summative, in order to evaluate student performance
and instructional effectiveness.

b. To continue to improve NECAP scores and to make
AYP.

4. Professional Development

a. To provide professional development focused on
improving student achievement through the Curriculum
- Instruction - Assessment Goal Areas.

5. Long Range Planning

a. To support the Long Range Planning process approved
by the voters in all three districts in March 2008.

6. Budgets

a. To continue to build and pass fiscally responsible
budgets that meet the educational needs of students
and community and that meet the NH Minimum
Standards for school approval.

7. Crisis Management

a. To update Crisis Management Plans to address new
FEMA requirements.

Continuing Goal Areas:

1. Technology

a. Continue to make improvements to the computer
technology network and integrate technology into the
curriculum.

2. Grants

a. To increase the amount of grant money coming into the
SAU.

b. To provide responsible fiscal/administrative oversight
and management of all grants in the SAU.

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3. Alternative Education Program

a. To ensure sustainability of North Country Charter
Academy and Adult Education Programs.

Stark Village School Goals:

1.As a Professional Learning Community, utilize
curriculum, instruction, assessment and data to
improve student learning.

2. Enhance student achievement to empower students
to become contributing members of society through
the use of school wide interdisciplinary units.

3. To implement technology across the curriculum.

These have been ambitious goals and ones that the
administration and staff have been working on throughout the
school year, and will continue to work on. As always, the ultimate
goal is to provide the best education possible for our students. We
have worked very hard to focus our goals on improving student
achievement through aligning curriculum, analyzing assessment
data, and improving instructional practices within the classroom.
Our students have made significant gains on both the statewide
NECAP assessment as well as the nationally normed NWEA
assessment. I am very proud of the outstanding work done by the
staff and administration to meet the 21^* century challenges posed
by globalization and the No Child Left Behind legislation.

We have completed our proposed budget for the 2009-10 school
year, which is included in this town report. The administrators
and central office staff spent hours scouring the budget for areas
in which we could contain spending increases. If you review the
areas in which the administration and teachers have direct control
- supplies, equipment, books, furniture - all those categories
were decreased significantly. It should also be noted that the

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administrative team (superintendent, special education director,
and building principals) did not take a pay raise this year in an
effort to help hold the line on the budget. Cuts were also made at
the SAU level, including a reduction in staffing of the part-time
administrative/curriculum coordinator and eliminating the part-time
custodian.

Decisions to eliminate positions and programs are never easy, but
the administration and the boards have agreed to do that if they
are warranted and we can minimize the educational impact to our
students. We know that if enrollment trends continue to decline
and funding continues to decrease, tougher choices will have to
be made and further cuts may be necessary.

For 2009-10, the budget that we are presenting reflects a 6.6%
increase to the general fund, amounting to a $60,136 increase in
expenditures from last year's budget. While the administration
and teachers have done an outstanding job cutting back on
materials and supplies, we have had an unusually large number
of high school students move into the district over the past year,
which means that we have to budget for them going forward. This
has placed a strain on our current operating budget and has
resulted in a significant increase in our proposed budget.

We know this is a difficult time for everyone. Many are faced with
job losses, looming property tax bills, and we all face a crippling
state and national economy. There is much to cause us concern,
but there is also much to be proud of and to hold on to. Our
schools, which have been recognized nationally as some of the
best in the nation, are practically the only asset we have left in our
community. We need to hold on to the outstanding academic and
co-curricular programs that have been so successful and that
have prepared our children to go on into the world either to further
their education or join the work force or armed services.

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However, we must continue looking toward the future and not
always dwell on past glories and achievements.

As you know, the voters agreed to form a long-range planning
committee composed of citizens from Northumberland, Stark, and
Stratford to review enrollment and cost per pupil trends, academic
offerings, and the strengths and weaknesses of our current
educational configuration. It was hoped that this committee could
examine possible consolidation or re-organization in order to meet
the needs of the students and the communities. The final report
from the committee is inserted in the town report. While the
committee opted to maintain the status quo for now, there was a
great deal of positive dialogue about our need to continue to work
together where possible in order to contain costs and provide
greater educational opportunities for our children.

The three boards have continued discussions regarding the
possibility of forging tuition agreements that will ultimately save
money for the taxpayers and provide our students with an
outstanding education. This will continue to take a great deal of
communication, patience, and a willingness to approach these
issues with open minds as we examine the opportunities
presented to us. We know there are tough choices ahead of us,
but we need to continue to work together to make sure that the
students and their futures remain the focus of our discussions and
debates.

Finally, I would like to applaud the staff and students for their
successes and accomplishments this past year. I want to thank
Principal Shelli Roberts for her hard work and service. Shelli has
done an outstanding job for the district under some challenging
circumstances. The central office staff has also worked tirelessly
to provide detailed information for all the various committees and
individuals who have requested information and 1 appreciate all
the hours they have dedicated to supporting the administrative

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team. I would also like to extend my sincere appreciation to Fred
Bailey for his dedication and continued service. We are fortunate
to have such people working with our students and for our
community.

Please know that I am always available if you wish to discuss
concerns or how we might make our schools better. Thank you
for your continued support and I look forward to working with you
in the upcoming year.

Respectfully submitted,

Carl Ladd
Superintendent of Schools

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stark Village School

1192 Stark Highway

Stark, New Hampshire 03582
Shelli J. Roberts

Teaching Principal

Phone: (603) 636-1092

Fax: (603) 636-1081

E-Mail: s_roberts@sau58.org

Stark Village School

Principal's Report
2008-2009

The 2008-2009 school year has been a busy one! We began the academic year with a newly
developed vision and mission for the Stark Village School.

Vision:

Stark Village School recognizes that each child is an individual, that all children are
creative and that all children need to succeed. We believe that education is not just
about children; it encompasses families, parents, community, the environment, and the
world. Our vision is to implement innovative techniques to enhance life long learning
through the use of technology, the multiple intelligences, varied instructional strategies,
and interdisciplinary units.

Mission:

Stark Village School respects the individual needs of children, fosters a caring and
creative environment, and emphasizes the social, emotional, physical and intellectual
development of each child. As a professional learning community we work together to
empower all students to become contributing members of society; equipped with the
skills, knowledge, and values necessary to meet the challenges of a changing world.
Through a collaborative learning environment we encourage high expectations for success
using developmental ly appropriate data driven instruction while supporting individual
differences and learning styles.

We were pleased that students met Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) in both mathematics and
reading for the 2006-2007 school year and are hoping to do so for the second consecutive year,
removing us from the District In Need of Improvement list generated by the State of New
Hampshire Department of Education. The developed improvement plan has allowed staff to
move forward in providing the best possible education for the students at the Stark Village
School. Funds received from the approved plan allowed SVS to purchase Smart Boards for each
of the classrooms, a research based mathematics program including manipulatives and
calculators, and two computer based programs; Skills Tutor and Math Fact Fluency. Teachers

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were trained in the areas of Differentiated Instruction, integrating technology into daily
instruction, Professional Learning Communities, and in the use of data to enhance instruction
and improve overall student performance. Students are being offered extended learning
opportunities with an Afterschool Achievement Club, Lego Mindstorm Club, and Summer
Enrichment Program. The staff and students at Stark Village School continue to work diligently
at implementing the DINI/SINI Plan in an effort to provide the best education possible for our
student's.

Recognition Assemblies continue to be held every three weeks and parents and community
members arc encouraged to attend. A Star student from each classroom is recognized each
month based on a set of criteria which has been defined by the students themselves. Students
and staff are also recognized for accomplishments both in and out of school.

The school welcomed a new Food Service Cook, Nikki Doolan, 4-6 grade teacher, Bridget Gagne,
Secretary, Michelle Rogers, Librarian, Joy Keddy, and Art Teacher, Yuko Plambeck.

I am constantly amazed at the dedication and continued support of the staff, students, parents,
and community members. Please stop in and see all of the learning that is taking place at the
Stark Village School. We are always looking for volunteers to assist with various components of
the day and encourage anyone interested to call the school and see how you can help.

Respectfully Submitted,

Shelli J. Roberts
Teaching Principal

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SAU58
Administrative/Curriculum Coordinator's Report

2008-2009

Each year SAU 58 schedules full and half-days for staff
development training into the school calendar. This in-service
training addresses one of our key goals which is the improvement
of instruction. By helping our classroom personnel to better
deliver curriculum content, we are able to enhance student
learning. In-service training also assists our teachers with their
recertification. We have found that in-district staff development is
cost effective, because it reduces the amount of money budgeted
to send educators out-of-di strict to attend workshops and
conferences.

SAU 58 continues to work to meet the requirements of the
No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 . One of the mandates of NCLB
is that all teachers of core subject - mathematics, science,
language arts, social studies, foreign language, music and art-
must meet the federal and state definitions of a highly qualified
teacher. We only have a few teachers who do not meet this
standard, and we are working with these educators to attain
highly qualified status through either the certification process, or
by passing a standardized competency test (Praxis II).

The NH Department of Education requires that all teachers
be certified educators, but schools often are forced to hire non-
certified educators in order to fill vacancies. In our SAU we have
five educators working to attain certification via an Alternative IV
or an Alternative V plan. Educators on Alternative IV plans have
three years to complete certification requirements, and those on
Alternative V plans have one year.

It is the goal of every school district to have their schools be
designated as an approved school by the Department of

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Education. Being so designated means that the school meets ail
the minimum standards mandated by the DOE> Maintaining an i
approved school status is important, not only because approved
schools provide the necessary programs and services for
students of the twenty-first century, but because approved
schools attract tuition students from towns that have no schools.
The approved status for our schools will require the hard work of
our school personnel, the SAU office, the local school boards and
most importantly, the citizens in the communities. Working
together can make this happen.

This past summer SAU 58 had fewer staff vacancies than
has been the case in the past years. However, our building
principals spent a considerable amount of time trying to hire
certified/highly qualified teachers. We continue to find the
candidate pool in many teaching areas rather small. Due to the
nation-wide teacher shortage, the current economic situation and
our geographic location, filling our vacancies will continue to be a
challenge for all of our schools. Despite these issues, SAU 58 will
work tirelessly to make sure that every teacher vacancy will be
filled with the most competent educator we can hire. Our schools
and our students deserve this.

Respectfully submitted,

Fred Bailey

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STARK VILLAGE SCHOOL
HEALTH SERVICES
2007-2008

Screenings 28 - Students screened for height and weight
33 - Students screened for B/P
28 - Students screened for vision
28 - Students screened for hearing
7 - Students screened for scoliosis

Referrals 14 -Vision, hearing, and blood pressure referrals
5 - Scoliosis referrals

Physicals Mailed information to parents Gr. 4 & 6

Pediculosis 190 - Head lice checks conducted

Pre - School Registrations - 2

Evaluated for health/injuries
4 - Evaluated by nurse
2 - MD referrals by nurse
First Aid - 3, Referrals - 2

Programs

Growing up series - 5 & 6 grades, Wellness/Blood borne Pathogens

Reviewed Epi pen procedure

Asthma Inhaler request - information letter mailed home

Health Update request sent home

Lice information sent home K-6

Tick, Mosquitoes, Sun safety information sent home K-6

Flu vaccine clinic for staff - 2

Attended

DHMC - Nursing Education day

Nurse In-service day at WMRHS sponsored by WMC

Completed two Nursing 2007 articles for CH

Suicide Prevention workshop

Attended Court Diversion educational meeting

NHHK education meeting

Respectfully submitted,
Dorothy Meunier, RN

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STARK VILLAGE SCHOOL

PHILOSOPHY

The parents, teachers, administrators and school board of the Stark Village School are
committed to the belief that all students have a right to an excellent education.

It is accepted that learning is a lifelong process; related to all cultural factors; concrete
and abstract; a result of experiences and interactions within one's environment; an
experience which develops motor, cognitive, and effective skills; a right and a
responsibility which children must accept; a process of self-fulfillment; and a process
enhanced by competent instructors.

Therefore, the Stark Village School and the entire community seek to provide:

♦ Curnculums that offer opportunities to students and staff to acquire a broad
awareness of themselves as part of a local, regional, and world community

♦ Comprehensive education that prepares all students to function well in a
technological society

♦ Quality facilities, materials, and resources

♦ Competent and certified teachers and administration

♦ Conscientious support personnel

♦ Comprehensive services including guidance, healthy foods, and safe transportation

♦ Proper financial support for programs, staff, and facilities

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RIGHTS OF PARENTS OR GUARDIANS

As the parent or guardian of a child who may require or who is receiving special
education and/or related services, you have the following nghts:

■ You have the right to have access to and examine all records relating to your child's
education.

■ You have a right to receive prior written notice whenever the local education agency
proposes to begin or change the special education referral, evaluation and/or
education placement of your child. You also have a right to give your written
consent before initial special education placement and before any individual
evaluation of your child.

■ You have a right to question any matter, decision, or recommendation relating to
your child's referral, evaluation or educational placement.

■ You have the right to request an independent educational evaluation obtained by the
local education agency. If your request is accepted, the evaluation will be conducted
by a certified or licensed professional examiner who is independent of the local
education agency and will be performed at no cost to you. Should your request be
denied, you have a right to appeal this decision as described below.

If you have any complaints regarding the referral, evaluation or educational
placement of your child, you have a right to meet with the School Board. If any
agreement is unable to be reached, you have the right to an impartial hearing
conducted by a state-appointed due process hearing officer.

At this hearing, you have the right to be assisted by person(s) with special
knowledge or training or by an attorney and the right to present evidence and
confront, cross-examine and compel the attendance of witnesses.

After this hearing you have the right to a written or electronic verbatim recording of
such hearing. You have the right to obtain written findings of fact and the decisions
of the hearing at no cost.

If the decision of the impartial hearings at the local level is not acceptable to you,
you have the right to appeal this decision to the State Board of Education or Civil
Court.

During any of the hearing or appeal procedures, your child shall remain in the
current education program, or if applying for initial admission to the public school,
shall be placed in a regular program until all proceedings have been completed,
unless you and the school officials agree otherwise.

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TITLE IX OF THE EDUCATION AMENDMENTS OF 1972

Public Law 92-318

Subpart A, Section 86.8 of Title IX requires public notification that the Stark School
District does not discriminate in its educational programs, activities or employment
practices on the basis of race, language, sex, age or handicapping condition under the
provisions of Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Education
of All Handicapped Children Act of 1975. The Stark School District hereby notifies
students, parents, employees, and residents that complaints and grievances for
noncompliance with any of the provisions of Title IX are to be referred to:

Carl M. Ladd

Title IX Hearing Officer

SAU #58

1 5 Preble Street

Groveton, NH 03582

Tel. 603-636-1437

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation

Act of 1973

Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents, employees, sources f
referral, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or
professional agreements with the Stark School District are hereby notified that the
District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or
disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and
activities.

Any person having inquiries regarding the compliance of the Stark School District with
the regulations of implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the
Americans with Disabilities Act is directed to contact:

Shelli Roberts

Section 504 Coordinator

Stark Village School

1192 Stark Highway

Stark, NH 03582

Tel. 603-636-1092

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2/4/2009

STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT
SUMMARY

CURR. YR. BUDGET PROPOSED BUDGET

08-09

09-10

GEN. ED.
FOOD SERVICE

878,135.00
31,178.00

930,946.00
38,503.00

Difference
52,811.00
7,325.00

60,136.00

0.00
0.00

0.00

60,136.00

8,300.00
0.00

68,436.00

A
B

TOTAL

FED. FUNDS
TITLE 1
REAP

909,313.00

15,000.00
7,000.00

969,449.00

15,000.00
7,000.00

TOTAL FED. FUNDS

22,000.00

Budget Prop/Warrant

931,313.00 1

991,449.00 1

Trust Fund/Warrant:

CAPITAL RES. MAINT
CAPITAL RES. SPED

16,700.00
0.00

25,000.00
0.00

GRAND TOTAL

$948,013.00

$1,016,449.00

Tuition 8 additional students next year, decrease in salaries for a retired position,
added professional services to special education. Summer School and After School
programs added, decrease in SAU Management %'s, increase maintenance (fuel),
increase in special education administration %'s for in-school personnel, added
single health plan for Title I para.
Added a single health plan to the full time cafeteria position.

C. Increase to projected trust fund transfer at the end of the year.

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STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT

COMPARATIVE BUDGETS

2/4/2009

2008/2009

2009/2010

APPROVED

PROPOSED

Description

BUDGET

DIFF +/-

REGULAR INSTRUCTION

SALARIES ,

125,383.53

98,337.17

(27,046.36)

SALARIES-SUBSTITUTES

3,500.00

HEALTH INSURANCE

34,472.09

40,717.50

6,245.41

LIFE & DISABILITY

907.20

630.26

(276.94)

PICA

EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT

9,591.84

7,522.79

(2,069.05)

TEACHERS' RETIREMENT $

6,429.20

6,468.59

39.39

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

3,160.00

2,200.00

(960.00)

UNEMPLOYMENT COMP

98.88

82.67

(16.21)

WORKMAN'S COMP $

739.76

580.44

(159.32)

REPAIRS/MAINTENANCE
COPIER RENTAL

$
$

1,000.00

~37~35T.OO'
"34,073.00'
(2,673.00)
738.84

1,500.00

TUITION/PUBLIC-ELEM. $^
TUITION/PUBLIC-HIGH SCHOOL ' _ ' ' $
SUPPLIES " $

77,476.00

313,867.00

4,000.00

s
'$"

114,831.00 1 $

* 347,940.00 $

"T, 3 27.00 , $

1,251.00 T $

TEXTBOOKS/PERIODICAL

512.16

INTERNET FILTER SOFTWARE

794.46

275.00

5,000.00

(794.46)

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
ALTERNATE EDUCATION

900.00

5.150.00

$
$

625.00

150.00

TOTAL

"$"

$"
'$
'$'

588,707.12

"""

633,938.42

. $

45,231.30

"'$

SPECIAL EDUCATION

18,746.00
11,670.75

6387.15
123.48

2,326.88

U04.72

(2,678.00)

11,670.75

(995.20)

"^' (17.64)

'""687.94

^62. n

SALARIES

SALARY-PARAPROFESSIONALS
HEALTH INSURANCE
LIFE & DISABILITY

21,424.00

7,382.35
14L12

s
$
Y

PICA

1,638.94

$
$

EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT

TEACHER'S RETIREMENT

1,242.59

UNEMPLOYMENT COMP [ $
WORKER'S COMP INSURANCE " "" "" "~$
OTHER PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL ELEM $
OTHER PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL MS S
OTHER PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL HS $
TUITION-PUBLIC $
TUITION-PRIVATE $

9.60

126.40

5,302.00

4,679.00

3,627.00

13,006.84

300.00

377.15

s
$

$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

32.40

22.80

179.46
2,255.00

17,748.00
13,006.84

53.06

$
' s

(3,047.00)
(4,679.00)
14,121.00

TRAVEL EXPENSE

SUPPLIES

SPED SOFTWARE

S
S

300.00
200.00

$
$

"(177.15)

TOTAL

59,256.99

74,280.68

15,023.69

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2/4/2009

Description
SPEECH SERVICES

2008/2009

2009/2010

\PPROVED

PROPOSED

BUDGET

DIFF +/-

%
$

L - _

TESTING SUPPLIES
SPEECH supplies"

250.00
303.29

$
$

(250.00)
(303.29)

TOTAL

553.29

(553.29)

CO-CURRICULAR/OTHER INST.

208.78
550.00

$
$
$
$

"$"
$
$

181.00

1,410.00

108.00

99.00

3,285.00
352.00
550.00

$
$
$
$

'$"
$
$

(27.78)
1,4 10^00

108^00

99.00

3,285.00

352.00

SUPPLIES

SUMMER SCHOOL SALARY"

SUMMER SCHOOL PICA

SUMMER SCHOOL RETIREMENT

AETER SCHOOL SALARY

AFTER SCHOOL PICA

OTHER PROFESSIONAL-ASSEMBLY

TOTAL

758.78

5,985.00

5,226.22

GUIDANCE ~

$
$

4,842.79

$
$

4,937.48

$
$

94.69

OTHER PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL
SUPPLIES

TOTAL

4,842.79

4,937.48

94.69

HEALTH

$
$
$
$

2,750.00

25.00

100.00

200.00

583.00

$
$
$
$
$

2,750.00

100.00

101.00

94.00

$
$
$
$
$

(25.00)

(99.00)
(489.00)

OTHER PROF-TECHNICAL

REPAIR/MAINTENANCE

TRAVEL

SUPPLIES

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

TOTAL

3,658.00

3,045.00

(613.00)

IMPROVEMENT OF INSTRUCTION

$
$

3,600.00
600.00

$
$

3,800.00
936.00

$
$

200.00
336.00

IMPROVEMENT OF INSTRUCTION
EXPENSE/TRAVEL

TOTAL

4,200.00

4,736.00

536.00

EDUCATIONAL MEDIA

$
$
$

502.40

80.00
120.00

$
$
$
$
$
$

561.00

84.00
119.00

s
$
$
$
$
$

58.60

4.00
(1.00)

CONTRACTED SERVICES

REPAIRS/MAINTENANCE

RENTAL

SUPPLIES

TEXTBOOKS/PERIODICALS

SOFTWARE

TOTAL

702.40

764.00

6L60

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2/4/2009 _

Description

TECHNOLOGY COORDINATOR

2008/2009

2009/2010

APPROVED

PROPOSED r

BUDGET

DIFF +/-

TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION

PICA

UNEMPLOYMENT COMP. '"

229750
9.00

55.08

XlAAl
6.84

2.16

WORKER'S COMP

TECHNOLOGY COORDINATOR

COMPUTER REPAIR & MAINT.

13.45"

J_,

~ 17.70

4.25^
"720.00

2,280.00

3,000.00^

"$"

600.00

6OO.O0"

"$"

SUPPLIES

$'"

750.00

'^-

150.00

(6O0T00')

SOFTWARE

650.00 ~

877.00

227.00

4,414.n

4,883.20

408.49

SCHOOL BOARD SERVICES

4,310.00

SALARIES

PICA

312.00

330.00

18.00

OTHER PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL

100.00

OTHER PROF LEGAL

1,000.00

1,500.00

500.00

OTHER PROF AUDIT

4,000.00

4,200.00

200.00

LIABILITY INSURANCE

500.00

(500.00)

POSTAGE/PETTY CASH

100.00

ADVERTISING

2,300.00

2,500.00

200.00

PRINTING & BINDING

DUES/FEES

TOTAL

2,100.00

2,300.00

200.00

14,722.00

15,340.00

618.00

SAU MANAGEMENT SERVICES

81,709.21

60,038.06

(21,671.15)

SAU MANAGEMENT SERVICES

TOTAL

81,709.21

60,038.06

(21,671.15)

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

5.356.00

5,356.00

SALARIES

SALARY-SECRETARY

12,051.00

13,545.00

1,494.00

HEALTH INSURANCE

1,845.59

1,824.90

(20.69)

LIFE & DISABILITY

35.28

PICA

1,331.63

1,445.92

114.29

ADMIN TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

1,400.00

TEACHER RETIREMENT

310.65

372.78

62.13

UNEMPLOYMENT COMP

26.40

26.27

(0.13)

WORKMAN'S COMP

102.70

111.52

8.82

POSTAGE/PETTY CASH

200.00

EXPENSE/TRAVEL

600.00

1,170.00

570.00

SUPPLIES

300.00

TEXTBOOKS

175.00

SOFTWARE

1,747.50

500.00

(1.247.50)

EQUIPMENT

■f

220.00

DUES/FEES

600.00

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2/4/2009

2008/2009 2009/2010

APPROVED j PROPOSED |

Description
GRADUATION

BUDGET

BUDGET '

DIFF +/-

100.00 $

TOTAL

26,226.75 j $

27,382.67 j

1,155.92

; 1
1

SPECIAL EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION

SALARY

3,385.33 i $

6,164.89

2,779.56

HEALTH INSURANCE

- 1 $

912.45

LIFE & DISABILITY

- ! $

17.64 1 $

17.64

FICA

258.98

471.62 1 $

212.64

RETIREMENT

186.39 1 $

186.39

UNEMPLOYMENT COMP

11.66 $

11.66

WORKER'S COMP INSURANCE

36.37 $

36.37

TRAVEL

- i$

SUPPLIES

- i $

DUES & FEES

- I $

TOTAL

3,644.31 $

7,801.02 ; $

4,156.71

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE OF PLANT

SALARIES

9,962.16

10,261.03

298.87

SALARY - SUMMER MAINTENANCE

2,865.46

4,290.42

1,424.96

FICA

981.31

1,113.18

131.87

UNEMPLOYMENT COMP

24.00

28.02

4.02

WORKMAN'S COMP

391.24

443.82

52.58

PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL WATER

1,400.00

900.00

(500.00)

GROUNDS WORK

750.00

REPAIRS/MAINTENANCE

3,000.00

2,000.00

(1,000.00)

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

150.00

PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT

PROPERTY INSURANCE

3,650.00

3,850.00

200.00

TELEPHONE

2,000.00

INTERNET SERVICE

SUPPLIES

2,450.00

ELECTRICITY

6,200.00

5,128.00

(1,072.00)

BOTTLED GAS

550.00

850.00

300.00

FUEL OIL

9,000.00

11,800.00

2,800.00

FURNITURE & FLXTURES

- ' $

TOTAL

43,374.17 $

46,014.47 $

2,640.30

TRANSPORTATION

SALARY-FIELD TRIPS

2,000.00

1,000.00

(1,000.00)

TRANSPORTATION CONTRACT-ELEM

21,617.46 i $

16,320.00

(5,297.46)

TRANSPORTATION CONTRACT-HS

17,687.02

24,480.00

6,792.98

SPECIAL EDUCATION TRANSPORTATION

GAS/DIESEL ELEM

GAS/DIESEL HS

TOTAi.

41,304.48 $

41,800.00 $

495.52

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2/4/2009

2008/2009

2009/2010

APPROVED

PROPOSED

DIFF +/-

Description

BUDGET

TOTAL GENERAL BUDGET EXPENSE

878,135.00

930,946.00

52,811.00

SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM |

SALARIES - CAFETERIA

14,571.41

16,096.33
'6,672.00

1,524.92
6,672.00

HEALTH INS

PICA/ CAFETERIA

1,114.71

1,231.37

116.66

RETIREMENT-EMPLOYEE

1,273.54

1,463.16

189.62

WORKERS COMP

24.00

UNEMPLOYMENT COMP

444.34

491.14

46.80

REPAIRS/MAINTENANCE

500.00

900.00

400.00

EXPENSE/TRAVEL

350.00

SUPPLIES/CAFETERIA

650.00

FOOD-CAFETERIA

11,000.00

10,000.00

(1,000.00)

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

1,100.00

150.00 J

(950.00)

REPLACEMENT EQUIP.-CAFETERIA

150.00

475.00

325.00

DUES/FEES

TOTAL

31,178.00

38,503.00

7,325.00

TOTAL GENERAL & FOOD SERVICE

909,313.00

969,449.00

60,136.00

FEDERAL FUNDS

TITLE I

15,000.00 ! $

15,000.00

'$ '

REAP

7,000.00

7,000.00 ^

TOTAL FEDERAL FUNDS

22,000.00

j 1

GRAND TOTAL TO APPROPRIATE

931,313.00

991,449.00

60,136.00

WARRANT ARTICLES i

CAPITAL RESERVE MAINT

16,700.00

25,000.00

8,300.00

CAPITAL RESERVE SPED

TOTAL

16,700.00

25,000.00

8,300.00

GRAND TOTAL

948,013.00

1,016,449.00 ^

68,436.00

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2/4/2009

STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT
ESTIMATED REVENUES/ASSESSMENT

(MS-24)
CURRENT
2008-2009

LOCAL REVENUES

Earnings on Investments
School Food Service Sales
Other Local Revenue

2,000.00
5,000.00

ESTIMATED

2009-2010

2,000.00
5,000.00

STATE REVENUES

Child Nutrition

FEDERAL REVENUES

Child Nutrition

Medicaid

Other Federal Sources (94-142)

Federal Forest Funds

LOCAL/STATE/FEDERAL REV.

FEDERAL PROGRAM GRANTS

FUND BALANCE

Placed into Capital Reserve
Unreserved to Reduce Taxes

TOTAL REVENUE BEFORE GRANT

ADEQUATE EDUCATION GRANT

DISTRICT ASSESSMENT

State Education Tax
Local Education Tax
TOTAL TAX ASSESSMENT

TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS VOTED

147.00

100.00

6,000.00

2,000.00

15,000.00

14,478.00

14,000.00

44,625.00

44,100.00

30,000.00

22,000.00

16,700.00

25,000.00

0.00

91,325.00

91,100.00

352,209.00

340,688.00

109,813.00

394,666.00

474,848.00

504,479.00

584,661.00

948,013.00

1,016,449.00

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STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT

2/4/2009

Estimated Stark Tax Rate:

School Portion Only

2008/2009

2009/2010

Diff+/-

Expenses:

Appropriations Voted:

General Fund

878,135.00

930,946.00

Capital Reserve

16,700.00

25,000.00

Lunch Program

31,178.00

38,503.00

Federal Funds

22,000.00

Total Appropriation

948,013.00

1,016,449.00

68,436.00

Revenues:

Surplus placed into Capital

Reserve

16,700.00

25,000.00

Minus money left fi-om last

year's Budget:

0.00

Federal Revenues

67.478.00

59,000.00

General Revenues

7,147,00

7,100.00

Total Revenues

91,325.00

^1. 106.60

(225.00

Equals amount before grant:

856,688.00

925,349.00 68,661.00

Minus State Education Grant:

352,209.00

340,688.00 I (11,521.00)

Amount to be raised by taxes:

504,479.00

584,661.00 80,182.00

State School Property Tax (raised locally)

(state = $2.14) 109,813.00

Local School Property Tax: 394,666.00

109,813.00

474.848.00 80,182.00

Total Actual & Estimated Local Sch. Tax Rate:
State School Property Tax Rate:
Total State & Local School Tax Rate:

6.26

2.18

8.45

7.53 1.27

2.18 0.00

9.71 1.27

* Based upon $63,045,812 net assessed valuation and $50,414,1 12 net assessment - utilities

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STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Vendor List 7/1/2007-6/30/2008

AL'S PLUMBING & HEATING $2,857.39

BAKER, KELLY $259.71

BALDWIN COOKE $78.78

BLICK ART MATERIALS $278.41

BOYNTON, JAY C. $1 ,230.00

BROADVIEW NETWORKS, INC. $1,361.27

BURLINGTON FOOD SERVICE $442.28

C.N. BROWN COMPANY $3,000.00

CALEDONIAN RECORD $107.00

CAPITAL ALARM SYSTEMS $1 39.60

CARGILL KITCHEN SOLUTIONS $33.26

CARSON-DELLOSA PUBLISHING $47.92

CHAUVETTE, JENNIFER $118.16

CLARK, PAMELA L. $2,730.00

CLASSR00MDIRECT.COM $237.11

COLLABORATIVE LEARNING, INC $297.00

COMPUTER PRODUCTS FOR EDUCATION, INC $252.85

CONSTRUCTIVE PLAYTHINGS $30.97

CROTEAU, DONALD $440.00

CURTIS, JOSHUA $50.00

DELTA EDUCATION $30.90

DESKTEK GROUP INC, THE $3,183.52

DOOLAN, NIKKI SUE $56.48

EICH, JAMES $135.00

EMERSON & SON $180.15

ETACUISENAIRE $117.54

FIRST STUDENT, INC. $36,851 .85

FOOD SERVICE WAREH0USE.COM $1,194.00

FRIZZELL, EVERETT R. $1,995.47

GOPHER SPORTS EQUIPMENT $272.53

GREAT NORTHWOODS JOURNAL $202.58

GROVETON VILLAGE STORE $1,965.16

HAMMOND & STEPHENS $232.31

HAMPSTEAD STAGE COMPANY $445.50

HIGHSMITH INC $1,258.13

HOOD $1,334.56

HOUGHTON MIFFLIN COMPANY $3,035.00

HP-ATTN: GEM Order Entry $3,450.00

INDIAN STREAM HEALTH CENTER $149.00

IRVING, CARRIE $69.66

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JEWELL, KELLY $147.68

JORDAN ASSOCIATES $933.17

JTM PROVISIONS CO $78.00

KEDDY, FRANCIS $140.00

KEDDY, JOY L. $257.50

KIPP ALARM SERVICE $1 ,473.60

KOFFEE KUP BAKERY, INC $40.95

LADD, CARL $19.90

LANCASTER FLORAL DESIGN $50.00

LEARNING CYCLES, LLC $242.00

LGC HEALTH TRUST $1,115.98

LIBRARY STORE, THE $63.36

LINGUI SYSTEMS $425.75

LYNDONVILLE OFFICE EQUIP $61.99

MACDONALD, PAMELA $82.17

MACMILLAN/MCGRAW-HILL $1,278.90

MENTORING MINDS $105.65

MEUNIER, DOROTHY $80.08

MORNEAU, RENNY E. $500.00

MULTI-STATE BILLING $35.92

NARDONE BROS. BAKING CO $1 16.05

NATIONAL SCHOOL PRODUCTS $148.42

NCES (NORTH COUNTRY EDUCATIONAL SERVICES) $1 1 ,324.22
NEW HAMPSHIRE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION $21 0.00

NEW HAMPSHIRE STAFF DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL $825.00

NEWELL'S HOME REPAIR $7, 1 1 5.00

NEWS & SENTINEL $510.79

NEWTON, CRYSTAL J $418.56

NH DEPT OF ENVIR. SERVICE $12.00

NH RETIREMENT SYSTEM $54.94

NH SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION (NHSBA) $3,855.54

NHASP-NH ASSOC OF SCHOOL PRINCIPALS $440.00

NICKY'S COMMUNICATOR $85.00

NORTHEAST FOUNDATION for CHILDREN $93.00
NORTHUMBERLAND SCHOOL DIS $442,052.81

NWEA NORTHWEST EVALUATION ASSOCIATION $75.00

ORIENTAL TRADING $56.73

ORIGINAL CRISPY PIZZA OF BOSTON, INC $1 ,222.01

PEARSON LEARNING $3,226.64

PERRAS ACE, INC $269.88

PLODZIK& SANDERSON $2,361.50

PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY $270.00

PORTER OFFICE MACHINES $1 ,454.03

PRIMEX $49,356.77

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PRINCIPAL LIFE $53.55

PUBLIC SERVICE CO. OF NH $5,296.06

QUILL CORPORATION $54.96

R & J REFRIGERATION $390.78

RANDALL, MICHELLE $93.10

RDJ SPECIALTIES, INC. $359.26

REALLY GOOD STUFF $21 7.65

RELIABLE OFFICE SUPPLIES $1 ,000.90

RESTAURANT NEWS $44.95

ROBERTS, SHELLI $4,532.58

RON'S ELECTRIC $60.00

RYMES PROPANE & OILS, iNC $8,346.96

SALMON PRESS $898.50

SAU#58 $85,201.85

SCHOLASTIC, INC $545.39

SCHOOL SPECIALTY $120.33

SCOTT FORESMAN $157.00

SEARS $1,074.99

SHERWIN WILLIAMS $49.44

SKILLSTUTOR-A HOUGHTON MIFFLIN COMPANY $3,035.00

SMART APPLE MEDIA $0.00

SPAULDING, NANCY $394.36

STARK VILLAGE SCHOOL $934.61

STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE $276.13

Sugar River PDC $1,000.00

SUNDANCE PUBLISHING $0.00

SUPER DUPER PUBLICATIONS $1 39.80

SURPLUS DISTRIBUTION SEC $269.50

SWISH MAINTENANCE LIMITED $1 ,755.85

SYSCO FOOD SERVICE $6, 1 09 20

TEACHER DIRECT $946.48

THE JM SMUCKER COMPANY $30.60

TILTON, SANDRA $336.20

TIME FOR KIDS $254.40

TITLE I CONFERENCE $125.00

TOWN OF GORHAM $1 00.00

TREASURE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE $50.00

TREASURER, STATE OF NH $22.75

TRI STATE FIRE PROTECTION, LLC. $450.00

TRUSTEES OF TRUST FUND $5,000.00

UNH-COOPERATIVE EXTENSION $107.70

UNITED COMMODITY GROUP, INC $1 ,309 25

UNIV. OF OREGON $30.00

WEEKLY READER PUBLISHING $75.32

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WEEKS MEDICAL CENTER $2,038.00

WHITE MOUNTAIN CHALET & CATERERS, INC $864.00

WHITE MOUNTAIN MULCH PROD $1 50.00

WHITE MT REG SCHOOL DIST $1 1 ,950.41

WILES, DEAN $72.00

WILLIAM V. MACGILL & CO $1 1 8.84

ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION $164.00

1 35 Vendors Listed. $749,445. 1 9

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STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT

STATEMENT OF REVENUES

For Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2008

DESCRIPTION

SPECIAL FOOD TRUST
GENERAL REVENUE SERVICE FUND

LOCAL REVENUE:

DISTRICT ASSESSMENT
EARNINGS ON INVESTMENT
OTHER LOCAL REVENUE
FOOD SERVICE SALES
TOTAL LOCAL

STATE REVENUE:

ADEQUACY AID (GRANT)
ADEQUACY AID (STATE TAX)
OTHER STATE REVENUE
CHILD NUTRITION
CATASTROPHIC AID
TOTAL STATE

FEDERAL REVENUE:

CHILD NUTRITION
MEDICAID DISTRIBUTIONS
DISABILITIES PROGRAMS
OTHER FEDERAL FUNDS
FEDERAL FOREST LAND
TOTAL FEDERAL

TRANSFER FROM THE GENERAL FUND_

TOTAL REVENUE

343,696.00

2,300.29

68.97

346,065.26

352,209.00
112,873.00

465,082.00

1,412.38
16,325.12

14,477.97

4,637.91

4,311.55

0.00

4,311.55 4,637.91

180.45

0.00

180.45

5,702.06

37,736.31

0.00

32,215.47 37,736.31 5,702.06 0.00

0.00 0.00 35,991.44 5,000.00

843,362.73 37,736.31 46,185.50 9,637.91

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STARK SCHOOL DISTRICT

ACTUAL EXPENDITURES FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

2006/2007

2007/2008

Expenditures: 52,409 63

66,362.45

Revenues:

Individuals with Disabilities Act (94-1 42) 1 5,372.00
Medicaid Funds: 2,979.55
Adequacy Allocation: 51 ,704.00
Total Revenues: 70,055 55

16,325.12
1,412.38
63,668.00
81,405.50

NET SPECIAL EDUCATION COST: -17,645.92

-15,043.05

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Long Range Planning Committee

Final Report

December 2, 2008

In March 2008 each of the three participating communities voted to form a committee to explore
re-organizational possibilities including but not limited to those outlined in RSA 195 and RSA
195-A, the statutes governing AREA Agreements and Cooperative School Districts. In April and
May 2008 the three communities were solicited for citizens willing to serve on the committee.
Names of volunteers were submitted to the respective school boards, who chose the following:

Members

Northumberland: David Auger. Board member

Louise Collins, Community member
Elaine Connary, Community member

Stark: Danforth Peel, Board member

Everett Frizzell, Community member
William Joyce, Community member

Stratford: E. Harlan Coimary, Board member

Claire Martineau, Community member
Daniel Smith, Community member

The committee met for its initial meeting on June 12, 2008 at the Groveton High School Library.
The committee agreed to have Superintendent Ladd facilitate the meetings. A presentation was
given on historical patterns of declining enrollments and rising costs per pupil as well as
enrollment projections based upon birth rate data for the past 10 years and student enrollment
history for the past five years, calculated using a formula fi'om the New Hampshire Office of
Energy and Planning (NHOEP):

SAU Enrollment has experienced a 29% decline fi-om 1997-2008 (900 to 639)

Projected enrollment 40% decline by 2017 to 358 students
Northumberland:

Enrollment declined 25% fi-om 1997-2008 (605 to 458)

Projected enrollment 56% decline by 2017 to 242 students
Cost per pupil increased 1 11% fi-om 1997-2006 ($5,123 to $10,800)
Projected cost per pupil based upon 8 -year averages
K-8: $28,134 (61% increase) '
9-12: $24,928 (57% increase)
Stark:

Enrollment declined 53% from 1997-2008 (62 to 29)

Projected enrollment 41% decline bv 2017 to 16 students
Cost per pupil increased 170% from 1997-2006 ($5,089 to $13,400)
Projected cost per pupil based upon 8-year averages
K-6: $49,677 (270% increase)
Stratford:

Enrollment declined 35% from 1997-2008 (233 to 152)
Projected enrollment 35% to 89 students K-12
Cost per pupil increased from 1997-2006

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K-12: 74% ($7,509 to $13,303)
K-8: 68% ($6,357 to $10,702)
9-12; 74% ($10,505 to $18,302)
Projected cost per pupil based upon 8-year averages
K-8: $25,821 (49% increase)
9-12: $24,497 (26% increase)

The committee met consistently each month throughout the summer and fall, rotating their
meetings between the three school districts. One of the activities the committee participated in
was a beliefs exercise. The committee discussed and debated their community's beliefs regarding
education and the schools. They arrived at consensus on the following beliefs that would guide
their future discussions:

1 . Education is a shared responsibility among the students, family, school and
community.

2. Every student is equally important and can learn to their potential.

3. Individuals must take responsibility and be accountable for their actions in order to
enjoy the rights and privileges society provides.

4. We must provide a globally competitive education by challenging students
academically with diverse academic and co-curricular programs.

5. An academically and financially viable school is the center of the community.

6. Emotional, physical, social-well being and respectfiil environments enhance learning
and life.

The committee members also explored the assumptions that were commonly agreed upon in order
to better understand our current condition as well as our future condition as a school system. They
explored demographics, resources, facilities, academics, co-curricular, legislation/regulation,
economic climate, and technology. The following assumptions were made by the committee
members:

Demographic Trends:

General population increases slightly, but school children population

decreases
Increase of low income families
Distance in traveling to find work
Enrollment will continue to decline
SAU projections were before the mill closed and those projections now

seem optimistic

Resources:

State and Federal fiinds will continue to decrease
Verv challenging to continue receiving fiinding due to declining
enrollments

Facilities:

Buildings will not be maintained (financially)

Older buildings must be worked on to increase efficiency and alternative

heating
All buildings rated good, except Groveton Elementary and SAU office
were rated poor

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Academics:

Must prepare children more in life long learning. Look at recent graduates

and see what where they are after graduation
Must prepare children for global economy
Challenging for small schools with keeping up co-curricular and staying

approved

Co-Curricular

Cooperation between schools is necessary to continue programs

Funding would be easier if shared among the S AU

A child participating ""underage" in order to field a team is not what is

best for the child
Could have more variety in clubs and/or sports if schools (SAU) shared

Legislation

There will be more unftinded mandates by the state

Restrictive, demanding legislation will continue to raise the bar

No Child Left Behind is holding only the schools accountable. Parents and

students should also be accountable
SPED fijnding is a controlling factor
SPED regulations will continue to increase and will grow into a bigger

financial burden for local communities

Economic Climate:

No single bullet fix...

All communities will become more like a retirement community, which

will make fimding even harder
What businesses are here are feeling the hit and the chances of closing are

very real
Recreational communities do not provide high paying jobs

Technology

It changes quickly and is very costly to keep up

Technology in the community is very important to keep and bring people

in
Will have to continue to use more specific broadband media and share

teachers and classes across the SAU
Will need to use more virtual field trips to save on transportation costs

After the beliefs and assumptions were agreed upon as a fi-amework in which to conduct
discussions and analyze scenarios, the SAU office was requested to provide estimated budgets
and cost savings/increases for four initial scenarios:

1 . Forming a cooperative school district

2. Closing Stark completely

3 . Closmg Stratford High School (7- 1 2)

4. Tuition Stark 1-6 to GES and have Stark become a fiiU-day Kindergarten and Pre-
School program for Groveton and Stark

After a great deal of discussion and cost comparisons over several meetings, a final option of
determining the cost of forming a cooperative school district with the idea of closing Groveton

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Elementary School and Stratford High School was agreed upon by the committee members. Two
budgets would be created, one with Stark included in the cooperative and one without.

At the final regular meeting, the cooperative budgets were presented. The cooperative option that
only included Northumberland and Stratford could result in a potential overall savings for both
schools of $1,088,093, roughly 34% of their combined budgets. Northumberland could see a
potential $686,380 savings and Stratford a $401,713 savings. Stratford would house all K-6
students for Northumberland and Stratford and Groveton would house all 7-12 students from both
communities as well as Stark.

The cooperative option that included all three communities could result in an approximate
$1,619,634 savings potentially, roughly 43% of their combined budgets. Northumberland could
see a potential $968,451 savings, Stratford a $537,412 savings, and Stark a $1 13,771 savings
under this scenario.

After a great deal of debate over transportation of students, closing schools, and the impact of a
formal cooperative study on staff and community morale, it was decided that the members would
meet as a community independently of the committee as a whole to discuss further and bring back
a final recommendation.

At the final reconunendation meeting on December 1, 2008, the committee members met in the
Groveton High School Library. Each community representative shared their discussions with the
rest of the committee members.

Harlan Connary moved that the Long Range Planning Committee maintain the status quo at this
time, which was seconded by Dan Smith. The feeling expressed by both Stark and Stratford
members was that there is too much uncertainty in Northumberland at this time given the current
economic conditions as well as the concern about the long-term financial commitment from the
community for the schools to have the three school districts form a cooperative at this point. That
does not mean that it cannot be discussed again in the future, nor does it mean that if necessary
and desirable, tuition agreements and expanded AREA Agreements could not be discussed.

After a lengthy discussion about the advantages and disadvantages of participating in a
cooperative school district study, the final vote was 6-2 in favor of the motion. Voting aye: E.H.
Connary, Smith, Martineau, Frizzell, Joyce, Peel. Voting no: Auger, E. Connary. Absent: Collins.

Final Recommendation: To maintain the status quo at this time.

Respectfiilly Submitted,

Carl Ladd
Superintendent

SAU #58

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SAU #58 Report Card

The State of Education in
School Administrative Unit Number Fifty Eight

15 Preble Street, Groveton, NH 03582
(603)636-1437 v.wu saioS oiu

January 2009

We have had an interesting and challenging year. We have seen the ripple effect of the closing of the
Wausau paper mill throughout the local economy as other small businesses in the area have also
closed or cut back on services. Coupled with the national economic woes, our communities are faced
with difficult choices in the most difficult of times.

In order to respond to the economic threats facing us, and in the face of declining school enrollments
and decreased state and federal funding for education, the voters approved the formation of a Long
Range Planning Committee to review the long term needs of the district and to see if there was any
desire or practicality in consolidating our educational efforts. After several meetings throughout the
summer and fall, the committee members decided to maintain the status quo for now, with the
understanding that our futures are tied together and we must continue to work together. The final
report of the committee is included in the town report.

The SAU Board adopted goals in October for the school year, which focused on budgets,
curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development, among others. The SAU Board
has adopted a new teacher evaluation and supervision model based upon Charlotte Danielson's
Framework for Teaching, in which clear criteria for instructional practices are identified and
evaluated. Teachers work with administrators in developing clear professional development goals
based upon student achievement data as well as building, district, and SAU level goals. We have
also confinued our efforts to provide strong professional development opportunities for our staff in
curriculum development and analyzing assessment data.

Each of the school boards has worked diligently to provide adequate resources for our teachers and
students in order to meet the educational needs of our children. We continually struggle to ensure
those resources remain adequate as federal and state mandates continue to be thrust upon local
districts, and accountability standards continue to increase.

We are proud of the work that our faculties and staffs have done, and continue to do every day, for
our children. As always, contact us if you have any questions about the data offered in this review
or for other issues you face in supporting the children of our three communities.

Carl M. Ladd
Superintendent of Schools

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SAU #58 Schools Total Enrollment

Source: October I, 2008 Fall Report, NH Department of Education

Districts

School Enrollment (Attendance
Areas & Grades)

2006/07

2007/08

2008/09

Northumberland

Groveton Elementary (K-6)

200

194

188

Grove ton High (7-12)

264

237

Stark

Stark Village School (K-6)

Stratford

Stratford Public School

(K-12)

155

152

138

Total

649

639

589

SaU #58 is
composed of three
school districts:
Stark, Stratford, and
Northumberland.
The students in
grades 7-12 from
Stark attend
Groveton High
School as part of an
established AREA
agreement.

Percent of Special Education Students

Source: SA U #58 Director of Special Services

Oct. 1,
2006
Data

Oct. 1
2007
Data

Oct. 1
2008
Data

Groveton Elementary

13%

16%

14%

Groveton High School

14%

16%

Stark 1 lllage School

30%

17%

12%

Stratford Public
School

16%

22%

12%

This represents the percent of students receiving special
education services in each of the SAU #58 schools.

Students Per Teachers/Education

Specialist/Administrators 200 7-2008

Source: NH Dept of Education School Enrollment Data

Teacher

Education
Specialist

Administrator

Groveton Elem.

16.1

19.8

188

Groveton High

13.9

39.5

158

Stark Village

10.4

144

Stratford Public

6.6

15.7

115

Percent of Free and Reduced Lunch Students

Source: Report FY 2007-08 Free/Reduced School Lunch Eligibility
NH Department of Education

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08

Groveton Elementary

38.7%

40.4%

Groveton High School

32.2%

31.7%

28.38%

Stark Pillage School

55.2%

46.2%

52.17%

Stratford Public School

56.4%

51.6%

54.18%

State A verage

18.2%*

18.9%*

18.5%*

These data are based on mformation gathered by the NH
Department of Education. They shov\ ratios of students to
teacher, education specialists, and administrators Education
specialists include guidance counselors, librarians, special
education professionals and other professionals. The
administrator ratio includes principals and assistant
principals.

This Free and Reduced Lunch Chart represents the
percentage of students eligible to recei\'e free and reduced
lunch in each SAU #58 school. Eligibility for free lunch is
based on federal income guidelines.

*Slale Average Grades 1-11

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Educational Attainment for Teachers 2007-08

District

% Bachelor's

% Masters

% Degree Beyond
Masters

Northumberland

68.3%

24.4%

2.4%

Stark

73.3%

23.3%

Stratford

73.7%

26.5%

State

50.5%

48.3%

0.9%

Close to 100% of the professional SAU
#58 staff have a Bachelor's degree or
beyond. SAU #58 faculty offer the
districts' students a well qualified and
experienced staff.

Source: NH DOE Educational

Attainment of Teachers in NH Public

Schools and Public Academies, 2007-87

Report date 4/16/2008

Cost per Pupil by District
Elementary

Years

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08*

Groveton

Elementary

K-6

$10,904

$11,068

$12J59

Stark K-6

$13,752

$15,144

$17,271

Stratford K-8

$10,711

$13,130

$12,927

Slate

$10,108

$10,716

TBD

Cost Per Pupil by District
High School

Years

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08*

(rroveton
High

$10,691

$10,823

$11,598

Stratford
High

$18,303

$15,920

$20,562

State

$9,431

$9,992

TBD

Technology Access
Ratio of Students to Computers 2008-09

Source: SA U#58 Technology Committee

Groveton
Elementary

Groveton
High

Stark
Village

Stratford
Public

School

The costs per
pupil
represent
current
expenditures
less tuition
and trans-
portation
costs.

*Estimated
Preliminary 2007-08 cost per pupil

Source: Based on DOE-25 Report

Schools across SAU #58 are working to
enhance student technology skills by
embedding applications across the
curriculum. This chart shows the number
of students per computer in each school.

Average Daily Student Attendance

Schools

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08

Groveton
Elem. School

96%

Groveton
High School

96%

95%

94%

Stark I illage
School

96%

Stratford

Public

School

94%

95%

Student

attendance

is high and

generally

stable

across all

SAU #58

schools.

Student

attendance

is one

determiner of statewide funding. It is also an indicator of academic
achievement, as students who attend school consistently
are more likely to perform better academically both on
standardized tests and in their regular classes

Source: NH Department of Education Fall Reports

Number of External Suspensions
2004 - 2007

Source: SA U #58 School Principals

Schools

2005-06

2006-07

2007-08

Groveton
Elementary

Groveton
High

Stark

Stratford

Few incidents of suspension occur in the
elementary schools of SAU #58. This chart
reflects external suspensions for such things
as physical force, fighting, bullying or
harassment, or insubordination. In-school
suspension is also used when appropriate.

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student Dropout Rate

Source: NH Department of Education (Reports & Statistics)

School

2004-05

2005-06

2006-07 1

Groveton High School

6.3%

.6%

1.2%

Stratford Pubhc School

8.5%

State

2,306

3.4%

2,129

3.1%

2,185

3.2%

The student dropout rate has dropped dramatically in SAU #58 since the formation of the North
Coimtr>' Charter Academy. This alternative education opportunity has allowed those students
who might have ordinarily dropped out of high school an extra chance in a setting that provides a
learning environment focused on completing competencies in a technological setting. This is coupled
with a work-study or apprenticeship component, which provides the students with real-life
applications. This has been a very successful program for our students.

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