Boards & Committees

Town Council

As per Section 1.2 of the Town Charter, Salem shall be governed by a Town Council - Town Manager form of government and the legislative body shall be an Official Ballot Town Council in accordance with RSA 49-D:3, I-a.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee serves in an advisory capacity and reviews the proposed operating budgets, capital, and warrant articles for the Town of Salem and the Salem School District.

Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) Committee

The Capital Improvements Plan Committee oversees the Town's Capital Improvement Plan.

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will evaluate all forms of government allowed in New Hampshire, including all seven forms of town government and two forms of city government.

Communications Committee

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission consists of six resident members, two residents serving as alternates and one representative from the Board of Selectmen.

Depot Village Advisory Committee

Learn when meetings happen and who works for the Depot Village Advisory Committee.

Economic Development Committee

Ethics Committee

Ethics Committee

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is responsible for developing an inventory for the identification and protection of the historic properties in the Town, including areas, buildings, monuments, sites, burial grounds, and structures.

Salem Housing Authority

The main goal of the Housing Authority is to maintain the opportunity for affordable housing in Salem.

Joint Loss Management Committee

Discover the Joint Loss Management Committee of the Town of Salem and learn more about the services they provide.

Kelley Library Trustees

The Kelley Library is overseen by a three-member board of trustees in coordination with the Library Director.

Municipal Buildings Advisory Committee (MBAC)

The Municipal Buildings Advisory Committee (MBAC) is hereby established to create a plan and/or strategy for the coordination of specific investments for capital improvements and general maintenance of key Town Buildings and properties that support public services to the residents and visitors of Salem.

Museum Committee

Members appointed by the Board of Selectmen annually in April, 3-year terms. Historical Society and Historic District Commission Recommendation.

Planning Board

Acting upon such issues as growth, transportation, environmental protection, agriculture, historical preservation, and forest conservation, the Planning Board affects your everyday life.

Recreation Advisory Committee

The purpose of the Recreation Advisory Committee is to make recommendations to the Community Services Director and Board of Selectmen regarding plans, policies, programs, and projects relating to parks, facilities, and recreational activities.

Road Committee

The Road Committee shall serve as an advisory board and make recommendations to the Board of Selectmen on town wide road improvements.

Supervisors of the Checklist

The three Supervisors of the Checklist are elected officials serving the voters of the Town of Salem, NH each with terms of six years.

Trustees of Trust Funds

The three Trustees of the Trust Funds are elected officials who are authorized by NH State Statute (RSA 31:19-38-a) to administer various non-expendable trust funds created by gifts and legacies to the town.

Vacancies

The Budget Committee has issued a call for candidates to serve as a member of the Budget Committee.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Learn the responsibilities and duties of the Zoning Board of Adjustment.