Summary
Fallen trees, including a large pine near Bill Valentine Park, are backing up the Spicket River and may be contributing to Town Forest flooding. Cleanup involves private landowner permissions, NHDES approvals, tree disposal rules, and potential recurring costs as storms drop more trees each year.
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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Rough estimates tossed around ran to thousands of dollars a year — one member guessed $7,000 per winter if trees run about $1,000 each to remove.
Riverside property owners suffering erosion and flooding, plus anyone who wants to kayak the river.
Downstream property owners — one member noted the backed-up river is eating into his bank — plus taxpayers if cleanup costs recur every year.
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