The Rockingham County Commissioners on Jan. 2 approved a series of financial and administrative items, authorized grant-related filings and travel, and sealed nonpublic meeting minutes under New Hampshire law.

Key votes and approvals
- Accounts payable warrant: The board approved payment of $399,727.17 to Glendale Senior Dining for November charges, as recommended by long-term care and finance staff. The motion to approve the accounts-payable warrant was made and carried.
- Payroll: The board approved payroll expenses totaling $1,488,141.31 for the pay period ending in December 2024.
- Department of Corrections travel and training: The board approved travel and training for two Department of Corrections employees to attend the American Jail Association Conference in Fort Worth, Texas, May 17–21, 2025, at an estimated cost of $6,959.12.
- Office of Highway Safety grant amendments and application: The board approved an amendment to an existing Office of Highway Safety grant agreement and authorized the Sheriff to submit a separate equipment grant application for up to $17,176.
- Grants and safety equipment filing: The board authorized the Sheriff’s Office to submit the New Hampshire Office of Highway Safety equipment grant application electronically, not to exceed $17,176.
- Seal nonpublic minutes: After entering nonpublic session under RSA 91-A:3, the board voted to seal four nonpublic session minutes indefinitely, citing that disclosure could render proposed action ineffective or adversely affect the reputation of private individuals.

Procedure and context: Several of the above items were described by department heads as routine or previously discussed; commissioners cited timeliness and standard practice in approving payments, payroll and routine grant filings. The board handled most items by motion and vote without extended debate.

Why this matters: The warrant and payroll approvals fund ongoing county operations and services. Grant applications and amendments enable law-enforcement equipment purchases and allow staff to attend national training that county leaders said will bring back best practices.

Ending: Commissioners concluded the meeting after motions to seal minutes and to adjourn. Nonpublic minutes remain sealed as recorded under RSA 91-A:3.