Economic Development - Regular Meeting

Wednesday, March 11, 2026
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Government Body
Economic Development
Meeting Type
Economic Development
Location
Allenstown, NH
Meeting Date
March 11, 2026

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

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Old Business

Townwide Open House

Next meeting with dept. heads proposed for early March. Laura working with dept. Heads.

Old Business

Farmers’ Market/Craft Fair

Need confirmation of dates: July, August, Sept., & Nov. also confirm use of Family Dollar lot or alternative venues.

Old Business

2026 Events

Continue to determine events and the dates. Bonbeshakerz Band agreed on a May 30 concert for $350. Trying to contact Olivia Conway about a June concert with local talent.

Old Business

Mass Mailing

Crystal to determine “how to,” the cost, and effectiveness of mailing an EDC Schedule of Events to all residents. Schedule still TBD.

Old Business

New Committee Structure

Expecting reply from TA on how to apply for the new committee to be called the Community Events & Recreation Committee (CERC).

New Business

Bike Rodeo

Waiting for PD to set a date.

New Business

Concert Yard Signs

Ordering generic ones to be used for concerts. For example, “Town Concert This Saturday / allenstownnh.gov” with signs to be installed a week ahead.

New Business

Business Developments

Allenstown Aggregate obtained Planning Board approval for a second commercial building. They also plan to start excavating 1.5 million cubic yards from the Plourde Sand & Gravel site. Mari-Vin’s Deli obtained a license for beer and wine, installed a bar and small tables up front, moved the ice cream to the rear, and now offered free delivery.