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MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
2022
June 15 – 17, 2022
Keene, NH
Municipal Management Association of New Hampshire
“Public Betterment through Professional Management”
MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
2022 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
JUNE 15-17 2022 * Keene, NH
PROGRAM OF EVENTS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15
1:00 p.m.—Registration at Keene Public Library, 60 Winter Street, Keene, NH
1:30 p.m.—3:30 p.m. Latest Legal Updates for New Hampshire Municipalities
RSA 91-A Update/Personnel Records and Internal Investigation Reports
Anna Cole, Attorney, Drummond Woodsom, delivers well-informed, creative advice to support public and
private employers, as they navigate the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Co-Leader
of the firm’s Labor and Employment Practice Group, Anna counsels employers on achieving and maintaining
compliance with federal and state employment laws, the development of personnel policies, and represents
employers in collective bargaining negotiations, contract administration, and grievance and arbitration
proceedings. Anna trains and presents on employment topics nationally and provides seminars for
individual clients.
Huddy Grandy, Attorney, Drummond Woodsum, represents and advises New Hampshire municipalities on
a wide range of issues, including environment, land use, and public utilities matters, zoning, administration
and enforcement, municipal ordinances, road law right to know, contracts, and general government
relations, among others. Huddy’s wealth of knowledge in land use and planning is derived from her multi-
disciplinary background. Huddy worked as an Assistance City Solicitor for the city of Wilmington, Delaware,
where she advised on environmental and public utility issues. She also served as a Program Manager for
the city of Providence, Rhode Island where she worked to address urban blight and affordable housing.
Road Issues – Managing Class VI Highways
Keri Roman, Attorney, Drummond Woodsum, has worked with numerous municipalities for over a decade
on a variety of issues including land use matters, municipal finance, tax abatements, road law, municipal
ordinances, and town warrants, among many others. Keri has also formerly served as a Selectman, a
Planning Board member and a Recreation Commissioner in Rye.
Matt Decker, Drummond Woodsum, provides New Hampshire cities and towns with counseling and
litigation support on a wide array of legal issues including code enforcement, land use, public roads, public
meetings, public works projects and infrastructure, property tax enforcement, property tax appeals, law
enforcement, and contracts.
Continued….
Contracts-Various Topics
Steven Whitley, Attorney, Drummond Woodsum, has been advising clients on a wide variety of municipal
and legal issues for nearly 15 years including town governance, annual town meetings, public finance,
zoning and land use matters, Right to Know law, and tax abatement appeals. He is also a member of Town
of Hopkinton Selectboard and Chair of the Hopkinton Economic Development Committee.
Jane Taylor, Attorney, Drummond Woodsom, focuses her practice on municipal law, with significant
concentration in insurance, right to know, contracts, and municipal operations. Prior to Drummond
Woodsum, Jane served in the New Hampshire House of Representatives. She was also general counsel for
the former Peerless Insurance Company (now absorbed into Liberty Mutual) and was previously the
Claremont (N.H.) City Solicitor.
6:00 p.m. Informal Social Hour Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
77-81 Maine Street
Keene, NH 03431
A three (3) minute walk from Courtyard Marriott for cocktails (cash bar) and hors d’oeuvres.
6:30 p.m. Dinner – Off the Menu (Non-Hosted)
KEENE, NEW HAMPSHIRE
SETTLED IN 1736
TOWN INCORPORATED - 1753
CITY INCORPORATED – 1874THURSDAY, JUNE 16
7:30 a.m. Registration and breakfast at Keene Library
8:30 a.m. Welcome
Scott Dunn, President MMANH
Mayor George Hansel of Keene
9:00 a.m. Governor Chris Sununu’s InvestNH Housing Fund: $100 Million
Investment Plan
Presented by Taylor Caswell
How will this federal initiative work to ease local approval for housing units? How will the plan
incentivize developers and town officials? What impact will the plan have on the statewide housing
shortage and how far will it go in addressing the needs of local communities in the state?
Taylor Caswell, is the first Commissioner for the Department of Business and Economic Affairs since
2017. “As the state’s chief economic official, he encourages and promotes economic vitality
through recruiting businesses and workforce, promoting the state’s tourism industry, and growing
international trade and relationships for state businesses across the globe” (Business and Economy
News release June 16, 2021, www.indepthNH.org May 3, 2022).
10:45 am Break
11:00 am Decision Making in Unpredictable Environments
Presented by Ty Gagne
In February 2008 somewhere above treeline in the White Mountains, in some of the coldest and worst
winter conditions imaginable, two men lie unconscious in the snow as explosive winds batter the
nearby summits. In this session Ty will lay out events that led up to the accident and subsequent
rescue attempt during severe and dangerous conditions, and discuss strategies for decision-making
and risk mitigation in environments where unpredictability is present.
Ty Gagne, Chief Executive Officer of Primex3, has held executive positions in the municipal, non-profit,
and other healthcare sectors, and was a two-term school board member. Ty holds a Master of Public
Administration from the University of New Hampshire and a Bachelor of Science from Granite State
College. He is a member of the Leadership of NH Class of 2013, and the Mount Washington Observatory
Board of Trustees. Ty completed the program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government at
Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government, and holds the Associate in Risk Management (ARPM)
and the Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities (ARM-P) designations.
12:15 p.m. Lunch/Free Time/Activities (see Page 4)
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6:00 p.m. Cocktail Hour and Dinner at Machina Arts: Kitchen & Art Bar
9 Court Street, Keene NH (2 minute walk from the Courtyard Marriott)THURSDAY, JUNE 16 - ACTIVITIES Keene Walldog walking tour (with a guide) please sign up in advance – meet at Railroad Square – tour is approximately 2 hours. https://www.walldogsinkeene.com/murals/ Keene Walldog map for self-guided tour https://www.walldogsinkeene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/WD_MapTour.pdf Hike – Mt. Monadnock – map/directions – Duncan Watson, City of Keene, will lead the hike. It’s about 2hrs 40 minutes round trip – not difficult. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-hampshire/monadnock-mountain-via-dublin-trail Golf – Bretwood – Andy Bohannon – please sign up in advance. https://bretwoodgc.com/ Bike and Walking trails connecting to downtown. https://kgis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Shortlist/index.html?appid=0f30c2233c9b4b55a556365bea945b52 Chamber of Commerce- things to do here! Links to restaurants, shopping, and events. https://www.keenechamber.com/# Nova Arts- Keep your eye on the event schedule. New events added often. https://www.novaarts.org/ While in Keene you might want to check out one of our newest restaurants – Soles, a Speakeasy themed good time. https://www.facebook.com/Soles-Boots-Athletic-Shoes-Rubby-Slippers-103811452013369/
FRIDAY, JUNE 17
8:00 a.m. Breakfast at Keene Library
9:00 a.m. MMANH Update – President Scott Dunn
ICMA Update – Patricia Vinchesi-Northeast Regional Director
2022 ICMA Conference Update – Todd Selig, Second Vice President
MMANH List-Serve Do’s and Don’ts – Todd Selig
The Latest from Health Trust – Dave Salinas
10:00 – 12:00 p.m. Charles Clark, World Class Athlete
Adversity Makes You Stronger
After facing a career ending injury which ended his goal of being a world-renowned
track and field athlete, this promising athlete changed his story into a message.
Charles Clark will share his real and personal experiences in facing adversity. He will
also share how experiences and challenges faced can support growth, deliver clarity
and provide motivation to thrive.
12:00 p.m. Conference Concludes
OVERNIGHT ACCOMODATIONS
To make your reservations at the Courtyard Marriott, Keene click on the following link:
Book your group rate for Municipal Management Association
You may also call the hotel directly at 603-354-7900. Please indicate that you are with the Municipal
Managers Association to receive the rate of $179.00 plus tax for a Room with a King Bed or Double Queen.
You must reserve your room on or before May 15,2022.
The hotel in Keene, NH is located just steps away from Downtown Keene's quaint and charming
Main Street .
Additional accommodations may be available at: Fairfield Inn & Suites, 603-357-7070, Best Western
Plus, 603-357-3038 and Holiday Inn Express, 603-352-7616.MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
2022 ANNUAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM
You must pre-register for the conference by Friday, June 3, 2022. Registration fees
include meals, materials and admission for the member and one guest.
Please visit https://managersnh.wufoo.com/forms/z1hnsqto1xntnji/ to
register online or fill out information below and mail to 1465
Woodbury Avenue, PMB 422, Portsmouth, NH 03801 along with your
check.
Name: Title:
Municipality/Organization:
Address:
City: State: Zip:
Phone: Email:
Guest Name:
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION:
Please check which day(s) you will attend:
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Cost per day:
$80 Members and Spouses
$140 Non-Members
Three day rate:
$160 Members and Spouses mmanhexecdir@outlook.com
$250 Non-Members
Total Amount Due: $
THURSDAY AFTERNOON GROUP ACTIVITY
Compliments of MMANH for conference registrants
Please indicate your choice of Group Activity and Total Number in your party:
Golf – Bretwood Golf Course, 365 E, Surry Road, Keene, NH
Reservations have been made starting at 1:00 pm to accommodate 16 players. The City of Keene Recreation can
provide bus transportation, if there is interest or you may drive yourself.
Hike – Monadnock Mountain via Dublin Trail
This is a 4.5 mile out and back trail which may be a challenging route for some and takes about 2 1/2 hours.THURSDAY AFTERNOON GROUP ACTIVITY CONTINUED
Walking Guided Tour of Walldog Murals
A guided tour of 16 historically themed murals across the cityscape of Keene. The tour lasts about 2 hours and is
located primarily in the downtown area.
MEAL REGISTRATION
Please indicate number of meals needed for each day, including guest if applicable.
An informal dinner on Wednesday will take place at Margarita’s Restaurant, 77-81 Main Street, Keene, NH 03431
________Total Number of People for Non- Hosted Dinner
Thursday Total Number of People for:
Breakfast at Keene Library
Lunch
Dinner on Thursday will take place at Machina Arts: Kitchen & ArtBar, 9 Court Street, Keene, NH 03431
Thursday Total Number of People for:
Statler Chicken Breast
Braised Short Ribs
Panko Crusted Haddock
Friday Total Number of People for:
Breakfast at Keene Library
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