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These are the latest events/activities that I have attended or participated in throughout District 38 and the State of New Hampshire.

Had the distinct pleasure to join Veterans from all services in laying a Memorial Wreath in honor of fallen soldiers in Greenfield, Antrim, Bennington and Francestown this Memorial Day 2021. Lest We NEVER Forget.  Please see pictures posted on my Blog.

UPDATE 1100hrs 27 May 2021 ~ DES  confirmed that there was a mechanical error in the Steele's Pond Dam. The state leases the dam to a private company who responded within 24 hours. The dam is now fixed and water levels are near normal. Email Rep Creighton at creighton4nh@gmail.com if you have any further questions/concerns.

After 28 years of service to Hillsborough Country culminating as the Chief of Police in Antrim, NH for the past 13 years, Police Chief Lester retires. The Antrim Selectmen along with Representative Creighton recognized Chief Lester's accomplishments bestowing on him a plaque and proclamations from Governor Sununu and Speaker of the House Packard. Thanks were also extended to his wife Tammy and daughter Brianna for their support of Chief Lester throughout his career.  Pictures can be seen at our Facebook page.

My opinion piece on the current withdrawal plan for troops in Afghanistan was published by the National Interest. See it on my blog or here: https://nationalinterest.org/blog/buzz/i-commanded-nato-brigade-afghanistan-now-not-time-leave-183876?fbclid=IwAR0ceOe5dDrVYKzVz6qAbK_-0uZNW_bXyq690b7kb3-xQI31KCzlwp70Zjk 

The Grapevine is working on a 3-5 year strategic plan for Avenue A! As part of this initiative, they have created a survey for teens to collect their input & help imagine Avenue A's future! 

They hope to hear from as many middle & high school students (or recent grads!) in the region as possible... Teens who take the survey will be entered to win a Visa gift card! 

Please help spread the word by sharing this survey with teens that you know! The survey link is:   https://forms.gle/6GK4w7BWjxih59Lx6

Jim Creighton attended the House Finance Committee Briefing. They presented a Fiscally Sound Balanced Budget that meets most of the needs of NH Citizens. I plan on voting to approve this budget: HB1 and HB2. Please review the briefing at this link:  http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/LBA/Budget/Capital_Budget_House/Week%20of%203-29/FINAL_House_Finance_Briefing_4521_REVISED.pdf

Please be aware of the New Hampshire Emergency Rental Assistance Program that just launched in March.

This federally funded program offers relief to renters in communities that have been impacted financially by COVID-19. This website provides information on eligibility requirements and how residents can apply.

Eversource is proud to support the program’s utility payment assistance component by offering a variety of payment options and energy-saving solutions. In fact, since the beginning of the pandemic, Eversource has proactively worked to help any customer facing financial hardship or uncertainty by:

• Offering extended payment plans, with terms up to 12 months regardless of financial need.
• Providing customers with temporary hardship status and protection from service disconnection for up to 60 days.
• Working one-on-one with customers to find payment programs or other assistance programs that work best for them.
• Connecting customers with solutions to reduce energy use and save money through our award-winning energy efficiency programs.
• If you need utility assistance you can:
  • Visit Eversource.com/BillHelp
  • Or call Eversource at 844-273-7760

The 603 Alliance held an informative ZOOM meeting regarding the voting discrepancies discovered in Windham NH for the 2020 November voting. There are questions that need to be answered regarding the issues found and appropriate requests have been made to the NH Secretary of State to research. Link to the recorded ZOOM: http://www.603alliance.org/windham

First Legislative session and this is how we are complying with the NH Constitution for in-person voting while socially distanced. In our own vehicles in a drive in theater. Program for voting same as schools use to verify student participation...It works! 

Enjoyed listening to the Hancock Selectmen working to solve community issues this afternoon January 4th 2021 via ZOOM! Getting to know the communities of District 38.

Happy New Year! I hope 2021 brings good health and prosperity to everyone in District 38. I have been selected to serve on the Resources, Recreation and Development Committee in the State Legislature. I look forward to taking care of District 38 issues this Legislative Session which begins on 6 January 2021.