Welcome to Lyman


NOTICES and ITEMS OF INTEREST


URGENT!!! - FAIRPOINT COMMUNICATIONS BROADBAND

If you would like internet service from FairPoint brought to the Town of Lyman, PLEASE log onto www.iwantmybroadbandfromfairpoint.com. Once you are registered, FairPoint's planning and engineering staff will use this information to determine where there is interest and based on that they are able to plan where the build out should be focused. There are no guarantees however.

We will also have a petition in the Town Hall through the end of July asking those interested to provide their name, address and phone number where they want service. This information will be forwarded to FairPoint to be entered into their database.


PUBLIC NOTICE - HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING MEETING

Monday - July 6, 2009 - 4:30 pm - Lyman Town Hall

As natural and man-made disaster continue to make national headlines, our own local community leaders are taking steps to reduce the effect of Lyman's next natural disaster event.

The town is currently developing a Hazard Mitigation Plan to identify and mitigate disasters that can occur in Lyman. A Committee has been assembled and will be having its' first meeting on July 6 starting at 4:30 pm at the Lyman Town Hall. The general public is highly encouraged to attend and, if interested, to be a member of the Committee.

With the development of the Hazard Mitigation Plan, community leaders will be able to identify goals and actions for reducing the effects of natural hazards. Lyman's community leaders want the town to be a disaster resistant community and believe that the development of a Hazard Mitigation Plan will bring Lyman one-step closer to that goal.

Please contact Emergency Management Director Elaine Sherry at 838-6306 or elsher@wildblue.net or Administrative Assistant Donna Clark at 838-5900 or lymanta@ncia.net for more information.


SELECTMEN'S MEETING SCHEDULE

The Lyman Board of Selectmen will meet biweekly from May through August at 6:00pm as usual.
  • July - 13th and 27th
  • Aug - 10th and 24th

    • INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN ON RESIDENTIAL GENERATOR SAFETY

    The State Fire Marshal has developed this informational document to provide homeowners and other residents of New Hampshire with valuable information about generator safety during periods of power outages. Accidental fires from improper refueling methods, improper wiring methods, and carbon monoxide poisoning from exhaust can cause severe injuries or death to citizens. In addition, linemen attempting to restore power to the area can be injured or killed if the generator is not installed properly. For additional safety inspections and tips please contact your local Fire Department or this office at (603) 223-4298 or fmo@dos.nh.gov.

    Portable Generators

    Portable generators should be placed 10 feet from any structure, with the exhaust facing away from the building openings. Deadly exhaust fumes can enter the building through any opening and resulting in severe injury or death to unsuspecting occupants.

    Never place portable generators on or near combustible surfaces such as decks, porches, or tool sheds. Heat generated by the motor, or improper refueling methods can start a fire.

    Never run portable generators inside any building including basement areas, and garages. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up in minutes inuring affecting occupants with little to no warning.

    Allow plenty of time to cool the generator before refueling. Gasoline vapors can easily ignite from hot surfaces causing a flash fire and severe injuries.

    Always store approved gasoline containers a safe distance from generators while in use. Always store gasoline in an approved container placed in a well ventilated storage area. Never store gasoline products in basements or enclosed areas of your dwelling.

    Never modify or construct any power cord so a generator can be connected to a receptacle, dryer or range outlet.

    Never connect a generator directly to panelboard without a means to prevent inadvertent connection to the normal supply system wiring. Connecting a generator directly to an electrical outlet or to a panelboard without a transfer switch or an interlocking device could result in a situation where power from the generator could energize the utility’s wiring (back feeds into the utility system). Electrical power from a generator back fed through your meter into the utility system can cause fires, serious injury or death to utility workers trying to repair the lines in the street, or electricians working on nearby property’s electrical systems.

    Unless you are the owner of, and are occupying, a single family residence or meet one of the exceptions in RSA 319-C, a license is required to perform the electrical installation for connection of a generator to premises wiring. Therefore, a properly licensed master electrician must perform the electrical installation. In all cases the electrical installation must meet the minimum requirements of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70-2008).

    Although the generator is portable, an electrical permit and inspection may be required by the local jurisdiction for the installation of electrical wiring and equipment for connecting the generator to the premises wiring. Therefore it would be prudent to contact the local jurisdiction to ascertain whether an electrical permit is required.

    Stationary Generator Installations

    In many cases property owners have chosen to install a stationary generator. In addition to the above mentioned items, stationary generators used for an alternate source of power require additional considerations. Along with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70-2008) the requirements of other documents, that are either adopted directly or by reference by the State of New Hampshire, must be adhered to. Examples of these documents and the types of requirements they contain are:

    NFPA 37, Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines (2002 Edition)

    NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code (2003 Edition)

    The Manufacturers Instructions

    NFPA 37 requires stationary generator engines and their weatherproof housings if provided, that are installed outdoors to be located at least 5’ from openings in walls. This standard recognizes the potential danger of deadly carbon monoxide gasses entering the structure and injuring the occupants. Building openings could be, but are not limited to, the following:

    Basement doors & bulkhead openings
    Basement windows
    Exit doors or sliding glass openings
    Windows
    Dryer vents
    Kitchen appliance vents
    Mechanical exhaust vents for heating or hot water appliances
    Air intake openings or screens

    NFPA 37 also requires stationary generator engines and their weatherproof housings if provided, that are installed outdoors to be placed a minimum of five feet (5’) from structures having combustible walls. The minimum separation is not required where:

    (1) The adjacent wall of the structure has a fire resistance rating of at least 1 hour and;

    (2) The weatherproof enclosure is constructed of noncombustible materials, which has been listed and approved in accordance with NFPA 555, verifying that a fire within the enclosure will not ignite combustible materials outside the enclosure.

    These allowances apply directly to the separation from the combustible wall surface and in no case shall reduce the minimum distance to a building opening.

    The fuel gas piping must be installed in accordance with both NFPA 37 and NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code). These documents require that the second stage system regulator be placed a minimum of five feet (5’) from any building opening and ignition source. Care must be given in placement of both the generator engine and delivery system piping to address the minimum separation distances.

    Unless you are the owner of, and are occupying, a single family residence or meet one of the exceptions in RSA 319-C, a license is required to perform the electrical installation for connection of a stationary generator to premises wiring. Therefore, a properly licensed master electrician must perform the electrical installation. In all cases the electrical installation must meet the minimum requirements of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70-2008).

    Unless you are the owner of an existing single family stand-alone structure that is used as your primary residence, Saf-C 8003.01 requires a license to perform the installation of the fuel gas supply system. In all cases the installation of the fuel gas supply system must meet all the applicable standards and codes.

    Installation permits and inspection may be required by the local jurisdiction for the installation of electrical wiring and equipment for connecting the generator to the premises wiring and for the fuel gas fitting portion of the installation. Therefore it would be prudent to contact the local jurisdiction to ascertain whether a permit(s) is required.


    CARTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATES INC - MAY 28, 2009 MAPPING PROJECT UPDATE

    Dear Board Members:

    We have now completed the fieldwork phase of the project and all information gathered during that phase of the project has been digitized and incorporated into the system. We have also located all the Town Bounds utilizing GPS technology. Although the cost of this aspect of the project was not built into our contract fee, we decided to include this service at no cost to the Town. It will greatly increase the overall accuracy and reliability of the system.

    The next step will be to complete an extensive checking and editing process and assign final parcel numbers. We are hoping to be able to get started on that during the next month.

    Sincerely,
    Donald F. Butson
    President


    STATE VEHICLE REGISTRATIONS

    The Town Clerk's office has some exciting news. The state portion of motor vehicle renewals can now be processed at the Town Clerk's office. Lyman achieved Municipal Agent status on August 11, 2008. Annual registration renewals can now be completed with one stop plus the vehicle inspection. The ability to renew by mail will also begin very soon. See details on the Town Clerk page.


    ABOUT THE WEBSITE

    This website is intended to be a way for Lyman residents to get information about the town and foster a sense of community within the town.

    The navigation bar along the left-hand side of the screen lists the main topic categories currently available and allows you to easily find information. You can always return to the home page by clicking on the website address in the upper left-hand corner of the screen.

    The first section of the navigation bar contains links to pages that concern the town government. Here you will find names and positions of elected officials, office hours for the Administrative Assistant and Town Clerk, meeting minutes, and other information.

    There are various email links on the detailed pages of the site and also a link to the webmaster on every page, both in the upper right-hand corner of the screen and at the very bottom of the page.