Town of Hampstead, NH Water Resources Committee

11/08/2024

Concerning lack of rain going into winter. It’s always a good idea to practice water conservation

With southern New Hampshire now in moderate to severe drought conditions, officials are growing concerned about groundwater levels in some areas.

10/30/2024

The Hampstead Water Resources Committee needs new members! Consider volunteering your time to protect our water supply. The committee meets on the first Tuesday of the month. Our next meeting is Tuesday, November 5th at 6pm at the Hampstead Public Library. For more information, contact the committee at [email protected].

10/16/2024

Protect our water supply by disposing of hazardous waste properly.

10/01/2024

A moderate drought in the late season is upon us. Even though rain is predicted it is essential to prioritize water conservation efforts all year round.

Dry patterns over the past month have caused a “flash drought,” which is uncommon for this time of year.

09/17/2024

NEW HAMPSHIRE NETWORK for Environment ∙ Energy ∙ Climate

WATER WOES IN NH:
Why We Have Them - What We Can Do About Them

MEDIA ADVISORY: September 17, 2024

Media Contacts:
Reinmar Seidler, Steering Comm., NH Network, [email protected], (603) 229-8876
Susan Richman, Communications, NH Network, [email protected], (603) 868-2758

WHO:
Guest speakers:

Dr Adam Finkel (University of Michigan; resident of Dalton, NH)
Rep Wendy Thomas (Hillsborough County)
Tom Irwin (VP and Director, Conservation Law Foundation NH)
Moderators: Reinmar Seidler, Cynthia Walter

This event is sponsored by
NH Network for Environment • Energy • Climate

WHAT: PFAS, cyanobacteria, landfill runoff, E. coli, lead, arsenic – what’s going on?
New Hampshire is blessed with an exceptionally rich network of rivers, streams and wetlands, along with nearly 1000 public lakes/ponds and over 135,000 private wells. Yet, we may not be managing this precious resource optimally. Do we have the institutional frameworks required to diagnose, monitor and solve systemic problems before they become chronic? How does NH’s record compare with our peers in New England? How can we improve the situation? These are the questions our guests will address in this interactive session.

WHEN: Monday, September 23, 2024, 5:30-7:00 pm.

WHERE: A virtual event; registration is required (admission is free).
RSVP at bit.ly/Water_Woes_NH
Registrants will receive a link to the recording of the event.

WHY: Monitoring and managing a complex system like our waterways requires both individual competency and institutional efficiency. We have the former in our state; do we have the latter? Our need for effective environmental institutions is growing as the climate changes. Our panelists offer perspectives and recommendations for institutional reform in New Hampshire – which calls for sustained engagement from the public.
Join us with your questions for public health expert Dr. Adam Finkel, NH Representative Wendy Thomas, and CLF Vice-President Tom Irwin.

The NH Network for Environment•Energy•Climate links citizens statewide, to share information and implement actions for a sustainable New Hampshire. Learn more at www.newhampshirenetwork.org.

08/30/2024

Are you interested in our water supply?

The Hampstead Water Resources Committee needs new members! To learn more about this committee, come to the meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3rd at 6pm at the Hampstead Public Library in the Judy Crowley room.

08/30/2024

The Hampstead Water Resources Committee needs new members! To learn more about this committee, come to the meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3rd at 6pm at the Hampstead Public Library in the Judy Crowley room.

08/13/2024

https://indepthnh.org/2024/08/12/state-gets-65m-for-groundwater-from-pfas-manufacturers-private-well-cleanup-in-litigation/

Water quality in New Hampshire scored tens of millions of dollars Monday in a lawsuit settlement with the manufacturers of PFAS and aqueous film-forming foam.

07/11/2024

Hard to believe after all the rain we have had, but it's been so hot we have reached our first 'abnormally dry' status for a while. Remember to avoid outdoor watering during the heat of the day to avoid losing too much to evaporation.

07/01/2024

The Hampstead Water Resources Committee is actively recruiting new members. The committee meets on the first Tuesday of each month. Attend our next meeting on Tuesday, July 2nd at 6pm at the Hampstead Public Library to find out more about what this committee does or contact the committee at [email protected].

05/08/2024

This week is a perfect time to think about how you can become involved in protecting drinking water in your community. The Hampstead Water Resources Committee needs new members! This is a great opportunity to learn more about the water resources in your community. If you are interested or have any questions, email the committee [email protected].