ABSENTEE BALLOTS
To obtain an absentee ballot you must be on the voter checklist and complete an application. The absentee ballot application must be signed by the voter and include a mailing and Alton physical address, if different. Applications can be picked up at the Town Clerk’s office or you can mail a request that includes the above information.
After the application is completed, the ballot will be mailed or handed to the voter. Nobody can pick a ballot up for another person. The completed ballot can be mailed to the Town Clerk’s office or brought back by the applicant. Absentee ballots will be accepted in person until 5:00pm the night before an election or by mail on election day.
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BIRTH CERTIFICATES
Birth Certificates are considered closed records. According to New Hampshire law “the applicant must have a direct and tangible interest in the requested record.” You must be a member of the immediate family, guardian or legal representative. “Effective January 1, 2005 all individuals requesting a certified copy of a record (Pursuant to RSA 5 C-16) must present positive identification.”
Birth records from 1987 to present are available at the Alton Town Clerk’s office otherwise, go to the town where the birth occurred. A certified copy costs $12.00 for the first copy and $8.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time. You will need to show proof of identity such as a driver’s license.
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CIVIL UNION CERTIFICATES
Civil Union Certificates are considered closed records. According to New Hampshire law "the applicant must have a direct and tangible interest in the requested record." You must be a member of the immediate family, guardian or legal representative. "Effective January 1, 2005 all individuals requesting a certified copy of a record (Pursuant to RSA 5 C-16) must present positive identification."
Civil Union records from 2008 are available at the Alton Town Clerk's office. A certified copy costs $12.00 for the first copy and $8.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time. You will need to show proof of identity such as a driver's license.
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DEATH CERTIFICATES
Death Certificates are considered closed records. According to New Hampshire law “the applicant must have a direct and tangible interest in the requested record.” You must be a member of the immediate family, guardian or legal representative. “Effective January 1, 2005 all individuals requesting a certified copy of a record (Pursuant to RSA 5 C-16) must present positive identification.”
Death records from 1990 to present are available at the Alton Town Clerk’s office otherwise, go to the town where the event occurred. A certified copy costs $12.00 for the first copy and $8.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time. You will need to show proof of identity such as a driver’s license.
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DIVORCE CERTIFICATES
As of January 8, 2007, divorce records from 1990 to within 6 months from the present search date are available at the Alton Town Clerk’s office, otherwise, go to the court where the event occurred. A certified copy costs $12.00 for the first copy and $8.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time. You will need to show proof of identity such as a driver’s license.
Divorce records are considered closed records. According to New Hampshire law “the applicant must have a direct and tangible interest in the requested record.” You must be a member of the immediate family, guardian or legal representative. “Effective January 1, 2005 all individuals requesting a certified copy of a record (Pursuant to RSA 5 C-16) must present positive identification.”
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DOGS
Dog licenses are processed at the Town Clerk’s office. They expire every year on April 30th. A new dog license requires a rabies certificate and a neutering/spaying certificate, if applicable. The fees are:
Male/female $10.00
Neutered/Spayed $7.50
1st dog licensed to owner over 65 $2.00
Renewals also require an updated rabies certificate and or neutering/spaying certificate, if applicable. New licenses are available after January 2nd . If you do not license your dog by April 30th you will be assessed a late fee of $1.00 per month after June 1st. Also, a civil forfeiture notice will be delivered to your residence by a police officer which carries a $25.00 fine. Please notify us at 875-2101 if you no longer own your dog.
License renewals may be done by mail. A self-addressed, stamped envelope is required. Send a check made payable to the “Town of Alton” in the correct amount with any updated certificates which will be returned to you. If you have any questions please call 875-2101.
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IMPORTANT ELECTION DATES
Nov 9, 2009 First day to accept petitions to amend zoning ordinance, historic district ordinance or building code for consideration at March 2010 town meeting
Dec 9, 2009 Last day to accept petitions to amend zoning ordinance, historic district ordinance or building code for consideration at March 2010 town meeting
Jan 12, 2010 Last day for 25 or more voters in the town to petition selectmen to include an article in the town meeting warrant.
Jan 19 Supervisors of the Checklist will meet between 7:00 and 7:30 p.m. to accept voter registrations – side entrance to the town hall (Depot Street)
January 20-January 29 Filing period for town and school offices (Jan. 29 open until 5:00)
Jan 23 Supervisors of the Checklist will meet between 11:00 and 11:30 to accept voter registrations – side entrance to town hall (Depot Street)
Jan 30 School Deliberative Session @ 1:00 p.m. in the auditorium at the Prospect Mountain High School (snow date Feb. 1 @ 7:00p.m.)
Feb 3 Town Deliberative Session @ 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium at the Prospect Mountain High School (snow date Feb. 4 @ 7:00 p.m.)
Feb 26 Last day for Town Clerk to accept voter registrations for Town Election-open until 5:00 p.m.
Feb 27 Supervisors of the Checklist will meet between 11:00 and 11:30 a.m. to accept voter registrations - side entrance to the town hall (Depot Street) No additions or corrections shall be made to the checklist after this session until election day.
March 8 Last day for Town Clerk to accept absentee ballots filed in person-open until 5:00 p.m.
March 9 Town Election Day - voters may register at the polls (7:00am - 7:00pm)
March 12 Last day for any person for whom a vote was cast to apply to Town Clerk for a recount-open until 5:00 p.m.
March 16 Last day for 10 voters of a town to petition clerk to recount ballots on any question printed on the official ballot-open until 5:00 p.m.
March 19 Last day for candidates for town office to remove political advertising
June 1 Last day for voters to change party affiliation before primary
June 1 Supervisors of the Checklist will meet between 7:00 and 7:30 p.m. for change of party affiliation and to accept new voter registrations – side entrance to the town hall (Depot Street)
Sep 7 Last day for Town Clerk to accept voter registrations for the Primary Election
Sept 7 Supervisors of the Checklist will meet between 7:00 and 7:30 p.m. to accept voter registrations - side entrance to the town hall (Depot Street) No additions or corrections shall be made to the checklist after this session until election day.
Sept 13 Last day for Town Clerk to accept absentee ballots filed in person-open until 5:00 p.m.
Sept 14 State Primary Election Day - voters may register at the polls (7:00am - 7:00pm)
Oct 22 Last day for Town Clerk to accept voter registrations for the General Election-open until 5:00 p.m.
Oct 23 Supervisors of the Checklist will meet between 11:00 and 11:30 a.m. to accept voter registrations - side entrance to the town hall (Depot Street) No additions or corrections shall be made to the checklist after this session until election day.
Nov 1 Last day for Town Clerk to accept absentee ballots filed in person-open until 5:00 p.m.
Nov 2 General Election Day - voters may register at the polls (7:00am - 7:00pm)
Nov 10 First day to accept petitions to amend zoning ordinance, historic district ordinance or building code for consideration at March 2011 town meeting
Dec 10 Last day to accept petitions to amend zoning ordinance, historic district ordinance or building code for consideration at March 2011 town meeting
Printable version of Election Dates (pdf)
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MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES
Marriage Certificates are considered closed records. According to New Hampshire law "the applicant must have a direct and tangible interest in the requested record." You must be a member of the immediate family, guardian or legal representative. "Effective January 1, 2005 all individuals requesting a certified copy of a record (Pursuant to RSA 5 C -16) must present positive identification."
Marriage records from 1989 to present are available at the Alton Town Clerk’s office otherwise, go to the town where you applied for the marriage license. A certified copy costs $12.00 for the first copy and $8.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time. You will need to show proof of identity such as a driver’s license.
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MARRIAGE LICENSES
Marriage licenses can be obtained in any town clerk's office in New Hampshire. Both applicants must appear before the town clerk to complete an application. You will need a photo identification such as a drivers license or passport. An original, certified copy of a divorce decree or death certificate is required, if applicable. There is a fee of $45.00. The license is valid for 90 days.
After the ceremony either applicant can apply for the marriage certificate. The cost is $12.00 for the first certified copy and $8.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time.
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TOWN AND SCHOOL ELECTIONS
| POSITIONS FOR ALTON 2010 TOWN ELECTION WITH INCUMBENTS |
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Selectmen for three years (elect 2)
Peter Bolster, R. Loring Carr
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Trustee of Trust Funds for three years (elect 1)
Nancy Merrill
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Library Trustee for three years (elect 1)
David Birdsey
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Moderator for two years (elect 1)
Mark Northridge
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Cemetery Trustee for three years (elect 1)
Edward Lyons
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Water Commissioner for three years (elect 1)
Edward Peterson Jr
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Water Commissioner for two years (elect 1)
Malcolm Simonds
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Budget Committee Members for three years (elect 2)
Karen Painter, Gregory Fuller
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Planning Board Members for three years (elect 2)
Timothy Roy, Thomas Hoopes
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Planning Board Member for two years (elect 1)
William Curtin
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Supervisor of the Checklist for six years (elect 1)
Shirley Bishop
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Zoning Board Members for three years (elect 2)
Steven Hurst, Timothy Morgan
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Zoning Board Member for two years (elect 1)
vacancy
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POSITIONS FOR ALTON 2010 SCHOOL ELECTION WITH INCUMBENTS |
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School Moderator for one year (elect 1)
Mark A. Northridge
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School Clerk for one year (elect 1)
Linda Roy
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School Board Members for three years (elect 2)
Jeffrey St. Cyr, Maureen Smith
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Filing period is January 20, 2010 through January 29, 2010 at the Town Clerk’s Office.
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VEHICLE REGISTRATIONS
NEW RESIDENTS FROM ANOTHER STATE
New residents to Alton from another state have 60 days to register their vehicle(s) and obtain a NH driver's license. The registration process is done at the Town Clerk's office in the Town Hall. The following documents are required:
- current driver’s license
- current registration
- vehicles 1996 and newer need an original title, not a photocopy, with the current odometer reading
- if there are two owners listed on the title, both people must be present to sign the title application
- two documents with an Alton street address such as an electric bill, oil delivery receipt, renters receipt, lease agreement...
- cash or two checks, we do not accept debit or credit cards
You have 10 days to get your vehicle inspected after the registration is completed.
A New Hampshire driver’s license can be acquired at any licensing office. Please call 271-2371 for further information.
NEW RESIDENTS FROM ANOTHER TOWN IN NEW HAMPSHIRE
Vehicle registrations for new residents from another town in New Hampshire are due in your renewal month. You need to bring:
- current driver’s license
- current registration
- two documents with an Alton street address such as an electric bill, oil delivery receipt, renters receipt, lease agreement...
- cash or two checks, we do not accept debit or credit cards
You have 10 days to notify the state in writing of your old and new address per RSA 261:55.
REGISTERING A NEW VEHICLE
When registering a new vehicle bring the appropriate paperwork to the Town Clerk's office along with your photo ID. We can issue passenger, motorcycle, trailer, vanity, moose, agriculture, tractor and farm plates to vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of up to 26,001 pounds. You must complete your registration at the NH Department of Motor Vehicles in Concord or a substation to obtain construction, veterans, commercial or antique plates.
- 1996 model year or newer needs an original certificate of origin or an original title or a title application obtained from a NH dealership or lending institution.
- 1995 model year or older needs a bill of sale and a copy of a previous NH registration, a NH or out of state title or a VIN verification form (see Verification of Vehicle Identification)
You have 10 days to get your vehicle inspected after the registration is completed.
TRANSFERRING A REGISTRATION
You may transfer your current registration to a new vehicle. The first name on the old registration must be the first name on the new registration. You will need the same paperwork as registering a new vehicle. Your current registration is also required.
RENEWALS
Renewal letters are sent out on a monthly basis. In order to renew in person you must have your current registration and cash or two checks. Credit or debit cards are not accepted. You may also renew by mail. A self-addressed, stamped envelope and a copy of the renewal letter with the registrants' signature and date of birth or the current registration is required.
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VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
The VIN verification form or TDMV 19A can be obtained at the Town Clerk's office. You will need a TDMV 19A when you wish to register any vehicle with a model year 1995 or older and you cannot get a previous NH registration or a NH or out of state title. You will also need this form when you are registering a homemade trailer.
The form must be completed by a NH law enforcement officer, an authorized NH licensed auto dealer or an authorized NH inspection station. Remember, if you get a 20-day plate have the TDMV 19A filled out before the plate expires as the vehicles VIN # must be verified by one of the above listed people before it can be registered.
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VOTER REGISTRATION
To register to vote you will need a photo ID and two pieces of mail with an Alton physical address (not a PO Box). If naturalized citizen, please bring in your naturalization papers with the name of court and date naturalized or a US Passport. The registration form must be completed at the Town Clerk’s office or at a Supervisors of the Checklist session (see Important Election Dates) or on the day of an election at the polls.
Update:
If you registered to vote prior to 2003, please update your voter registration card at the Town Clerk’s office. The information needed for updating is your mailing and physical address, if changed, and your NH drivers license number.
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