DTC partner Beth MacDonald, Vice Chair of the Exeter Economic Development Commission, together with Jason Proulx, Commission Chair, Dan Chartrand, Select Board’s representative, Chris Surrette, Commission Member and Russ Dean, Town Manager, rode the newly configured COAST bus Route 7 to learn about the economic development opportunities the route offers to Exeter and other areas it serves.
On Thursday August 20, 2015 DTC presents Lunch and Learn on Estate Planning for Business Owners. Business owners face unique dilemmas when contemplating retirement and estate planning. Common questions business owners should be asking include: “What will happen to my business?” “Should I sell it or transfer it to family members?” and “When should I start passing the reins?” We will provide an overview of various factors and options that should be considered for a business owner’s succession and estate planning. For more information or to register visit the Exeter Chamber of Commerce website.
On Wednesday, July 15, attorneys and staff from DTC toured the new YMCA community facility being built on Linden Street in Exeter. The construction is moving fast, and the full-sized gymnasium, locker rooms, exercise and wellness class rooms as well as charming “nooks” for congregating and relaxing (including one with a working fireplace!) are now clearly visible in the new building. Even on a rainy late afternoon, natural daylight streamed into the gym and other rooms via “solar tubes,” carrying the natural light indoors. Visitors commented on the broad windows that bring the green vistas of woods, lawns and trees into the building. DTC is proud to have made donations to the Southern District YMCA and pledged to continue to donate for several years towards this construction.
Before a packed crowd at the annual Community Awards Dinner on June 18th, DTC was awarded the Business of the Year Award in the Business Services category by the Exeter Chamber of Commerce. This is the second time DTC has been awarded as Business of the Year by the Chamber! At the event, several other community awards were given to local community members in several areas. For a complete list of other category winners visit the Exeter Chamber of Commerce Webpage.
In May, Attorney Beth MacDonald was elected Vice Chair of the Exeter Economic Development Commission. Beth has served as a Member of the Commission for the past three years, and has enjoyed working with other members to further the efforts of economic development in the Town of Exeter.
In June, Attorney Eric Maher was voted Chair for the New Hampshire Bar Association Municipal and Governmental Law Section for the 2015/2016 term. With over 175 members, the section meets ten times a year to discuss including an annual legislative update, discussion of town meeting issues and municipal utilities, among others.
DTC has pledged to donate $10,000.00 in support of the Exeter Area YMCA, which is currently under construction. The Exeter Area YMCA is scheduled to open in September 2015, and will provide services to all ages throughout the region. For more info about the Exeter Area YMCA and its fundraising efforts click here.
On July 4th Attorney Denise Poulos participated in the Veterans Count Pack & Boots Road Race in downtown Portsmouth. The race raised money to provide critical and timely financial assistance and services to veterans of all eras, service members and their families to ensure dignity, health and overall well-being. For more information on Veterans Count visit the Veterans Count Webpage.
