Council Member
Timothy Tsantoulis
Hooksett
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Top issues during term (20)
TIF district and Exit 10 infrastructure
New development expands the commercial tax base, which officials say takes pressure off residential taxpayers.
Sewer extension across the Merrimack River to west-side businesses
$1 million from the TIF fund, which holds $2.4 million and raises about $625,000 a year — no direct property tax impact, supporters say.
Health insurance premium spike
2% overall premium decrease versus the 12% increase assumed in the budget — about a 14% favorable swing.
Outdated impact fee ordinance and Brady Sullivan waiver request
Developers would pay for the studies; the town gains data to plan fire staffing and equipment budgets.
FY 2026-27 default budget
If the tax cap passes, it could limit how much school spending — and therefore your tax bill — can grow.
Martin Ferry Road upgrade funded
$2.8M total project, funded by a $2M grant, block grant carryover and impact fees.
Hooksett Village water precinct supply needs
Not finalized; Bow's pipe project carries roughly $4 million in potential DES funding, and the Manchester interconnection option carries a steep upfront fee.
Holiday lighting warrant article for village area
Would add $12,900 in town spending if voters approve it in March.
FY 2026-27 default budget and $1.06 million in cuts
She flagged $37,645 in potential unbudgeted costs from the MRI contract and Assistant TA position combined.
Heads Pond Trail 'Access for All' accessibility project
Kiwanis offering $20,000 toward the project.
Martins Ferry sewer upgrades bond ($12.5 million)
A $3.5 million bond instead of $6-7 million, repaid through TIF revenue rather than property taxes.
Transfer Station hours and tipping fees
Higher tipping fees directly draw down the transfer station's enterprise fund, which also pays for new equipment.
Route 3A traffic and state intersection improvements
Municipal share (~$1.1 million) covered by impact fees already collected in the area.
Library Budget Pressure
A $70,302 increase over the current library budget.
Elm Grove CDBG workforce housing project
No direct cost to the town beyond a possible shared audit expense; the grant would boost the property's tax value.
Unassigned fund balance and tax rate
Using fund balance for revaluation and cruisers could mean zero new taxes for those items.
Park Road parcel as possible future park
Unknown; members note the town is in a default budget with limited funds.
Cell tower coverage gaps
The land near Cawley Middle School is reportedly being offered for $75,000.
Stride Together Track & Wellness project at Donati Park
No figure set; volunteer donation and material contributions are being explored.
March zoning ballot amendments
No direct cost; could speed up tenant turnover reviews for businesses.
Decisions during term (159)
Recorded while Tsantoulis was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Schedule July 8 public hearing on Elm Grove CDBG Grant Project
Approve Bass Pro Shop Secondhand Dealer's License
Accept $100 donation for Head School historical toys
Budget Transfer #2027-01
FY 2025-26 Budget Encumbrances
Approve June 10, 2026 public meeting minutes
Approve June 10, 2026 non-public meeting minutes
Public: June 10, 2026
Approval of June 1 minutes and June 11 site walk minutes
Elm Grove Companies amended site plan — 512 West River Road
Farmer Road residential site plan — jurisdiction accepted, continued
1416 Highland Street condominiums — continued to July 20
Accept Kiwanis $20,000 donation for Heads Pond Trail 'Access for All'
Civil forfeiture process for unlicensed dogs
Approve Kiwanis 5K Race, September 19, 2026
Consent agenda: historic safe, bulletproof vest grant, Bluebird Storage funds
Accept 13 POW/MIA flags from the Caruso family
2026 term renewals for boards and committees
Fund the over-80s Hooksett-ites luncheon ($3,500)
Adopt FY 2026-27 default budget ($24,643,338)
Voting record (59)
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encumber items 1 - 14 on the Encumbrance list as presented, not to exceed a value of $261,062.52 from the fiscal year 2025-26 budget, in accordance with RSA 32:7
approve the Budget Transfer #2027-01which reallocates the voters' approved default budget of $24,643,338.00 for FY 2026-27 to the amended budget approved by Town Council on June 10, 2026 which include
seal the minutes
enter into non-public per NH RSA 91-A:3 II (a) and (c)
accept the donation of labor valued at $20,000 from Kiwanis for the Head's Pond Access for All Improvement Project per RSA 31:95e.
continue to fund/support the Hooksett-ites, specifically the over 80s luncheon in the sum of $3,500
authorize the Town Administrator to execute an agreement with The Hartford for Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability insurance coverage effective July 1, 2026, for 3 years.
Accept Kiwanis $20,000 donation for Heads Pond Trail 'Access for All'
Fund the over-80s Hooksett-ites luncheon ($3,500)
Insurance carrier change to The Hartford for life, AD&D, STD/LTD
Enter non-public session (ambulance hardship; TA evaluation)
continue to fund/support the Hooksett-ites, specifically the over 80s luncheon in the sum of $3,500
enter into non-public per NH RSA 91-A:3 II (a) and (c)
Kiwanis $20,000 donation for Heads Pond Trail "Access for All"
FY 2026-27 default budget plus over-80s luncheon funding
Insurance carrier change for full-time employees
accept the donation of labor valued at $20,000 from Kiwanis for the Head's Pond Access for All Improvement Project per RSA 31:95e.
authorize the Town Administrator to execute an agreement with The Hartford for Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability insurance coverage effective July 1, 2026, for 3 years.
seal the minutes
Acceptance of $10,543.15 in donations for Stride Together: Hooksett Track & Wellness project
Approval of May 13, 2026 public meeting minutes
He was not present at the May 13, 2026 meeting.