Knowing the Territory
A Survey of Municipal Law for New Hampshire Local Officials

This informative book is updated annually for the spring Local Officials Workshop series and provides an overview of local government in New Hampshire. Knowing the Territory includes chapters on understanding the law, employment issues, the state/municipal relationship, the role of selectmen, right-to-know issues, public safety and more. The 2009 edition contains a comprehensive index to aid in locating specific topics. (259 pages)

$18.00

(2009 Edition)

The Basic Law of Town, Village and School District Budgeting

This handbook, updated each fall for the annual Budget and Finance Workshop, provides a solid base of information on municipal budget law in New Hampshire. Topics covered include: appropriations, gross basis budgeting, warrant notice; town, village and school district meeting procedures and more. (64 pages)

$12.00

(2008 Edition)

Guidebook for New Hampshire Elected City Officials

This publication, revised every two years, provides a good overview of municipal law as it applies to city government issues for elected city officials. Topics include: the state/municipal relationship, city charters, liability, conflict of interest/incompatibility of office and the Right to Know Law. (72 pages)

$10.00

(2008 Edition)

Town Meeting and School Meeting Handbook

This handbook is revised and updated every two years for distribution at the annual winter Moderators Workshop. It provides an overview of town and school district meeting procedures, including elections, conduct of meetings and more. (60 pages)

$10.00

(2009 Edition)

A Hard Road to Travel
New Hampshire Law of Local Highways, Streets and Trails

This is a great educational resource for local officials and others interested in New Hampshire roads. Topics covered include: creation and classification of highways; discontinuance; liability, regulation and maintenance; Class VI highways; bridges; trails; drainage; funding; utility lines; and sidewalks, parking and streetlights. (210 pages)

$22.00

(2004 Edition)

The Art of Welfare Administration

Updated every two years, this publication provides an overview of New Hampshire law as it relates to municipal welfare administration. Topics include: determining eligibility, verification, residency issues, recovery options and more. (41 pages)

$10.00

(2008 Edition)

Model Local Welfare Guidelines

This spiral-bound book includes sample guidelines and forms for local officials dealing with the complexities of administering local welfare. A bonus CD allows users to customize materials for local use. (92 pages)

$16.00

(2004 Edition)

Special Events Planning Guidebook

This publication is designed for use by public officials responsible for coordinating special events to help with identification and management of potential loss exposures that could disrupt event activities. The book features checklists for 25 different topics.

$14.00

(2006 Edition)

Knowing the Territory - CD Version

$6.00

(2009)

Special Events Planning Guidebook - CD Version

$6.00

Basic Financial Policies: A Guide for New Hampshire Cities and Towns

This publication provides an overview of financial policies covering the following areas: cash receipts, investment, purchasing, credit card and purchasing card, fund balance for the general fund, debt and fraud. The 2009 edition contains numerous updates, including expanded information pertaining to investment policy and a new chapter highlighting user fee policies. An accompanying CD contains example policies from 22 New Hampshire municipalities. (107 pages)

$14.00

(2009 Edition)

How to Regulate Junk and Junkyards
A Guide for Local Officials

This new publication provides an overview of the various laws and resources available to assist local officials in the licensing and regulation of junk and junkyards. This guide discusses the approaches available to local officials to prevent the creation of nuisances, and outlines opportunities to partner with state agencies to resolve complaints and take effective enforcement action to protect public health and safety. (85 pages)

$12.00