This bill amends the membership structure of the Pease Development Authority Board of Directors to increase its size from seven to nine members, thereby enhancing representation for the towns of Hampton and Rye. Specifically, it adds two new members: one appointed by the board of selectmen of the town of Hampton and another appointed by the board of selectmen of the town of Rye. Additionally, the bill modifies the quorum requirements and voting thresholds for board actions, increasing the number of members required for a quorum from four to five and raising the number of affirmative votes needed for board actions from four to five, while also increasing the requirement for adopting land use controls from five to six votes.

The bill also includes a provision that the member nominated by the Strafford County legislative delegation will now be referred to as the eighth member, reflecting the new structure. The effective date for these changes is set for April 30, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to ensure that the interests of the towns of Hampton and Rye are represented in the governance of the Pease Development Authority while also updating procedural requirements for board operations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 12-G:4