Fire Department Goes Green, Saves Taxpayers Money


by Andrea Ganley-Dannewitz Approximately two years ago, the fire department in Salem responded to the community’s concerns about operational efficiency and the department’s personal interest in supporting an environmentally friendly operation, as well as saving the taxpayers money. As a 24-hour service department, one thing all three fire stations require constantly is lighting. The department recognizes increasing energy costs and wanted to do something


about it. The fire department, as well as the town of Salem, formed an Energy Conservation Committee (ECC). The ECC met often to discuss and brainstorm action items that consisted of energy-saving and conservation ideas. A report was then finalized with several items—one of them proposing light-emitting diode (LED) lighting. The final report was then presented to Salem Fire Chief Kevin Breen, which


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Announces Selectman Candidacy


Stating, “We need to continue to keep our


taxes low and to improve the infrastructure in the Town of Salem,” Susan Covey has announced her candidacy for the Board of Selectmen. Having just been appointed by the Board of Selectmen in 2010 to complete the term vacated by Selectman Arthur Barnes, Covey is seeking to being elected for the remainder of that term. “The current Board of Selectmen has worked together very closely in this challenging economic environment to continue to maintain critical services while keeping the resident’s real estate taxes as low as possible. We have had to make difficult decisions in terms of staffing so that the budget can be crafted in a fiscally responsible manner.” Covey is a lifelong resident of Salem, having


included a recommendation to look into LED lighting alternatives for all three fire stations. Salem Fire Captain Jonathan Brackett was granted the honor to head up the effort for the department, as he already has a passion for energy conservation and a greener way of life. In 2010, Brackett, the ECC, and Community Development Director Bill Scott were presented with an opportunity to utilize $65,000 of a grant the town had received for the installation of LED lighting at the fire stations. According to Captain Brackett, the department teamed up with LED Conversions, Inc. and electrical contractor Cornerstone Electric/Mr. Sparky to begin Phase 1 of the project. Phase 1 consisted of replacing about 90 percent of the interior and exterior lighting at all three fire stations in Salem. “We are optimistic that we could see an energy savings of approximately 50 percent in 2011 related to the electrical costs for lighting. Because of that grant money, it is at no cost to the residents of Salem,” Brackett said. The completion of Phase 1 of the LED lighting project was considered so successful that additional grant money was made available to Salem Fire Department to begin and complete Phase 2 of the project, replacing the remaining 10 percent of fluorescent and incandescent lighting that remained untouched during Phase 1. The LED lights will not only save the town money on the fire department’s energy bill, but the lights themselves have over a 50,000 hour life expectancy as well as a five- year warranty from the date of installation. This will lead to annual maintenance costs being reduced as well. “We will be monitoring our electrical costs closely over the coming months in order to get a better understanding of what energy savings we realize,” said Brackett. The total number of lights operating at all three stations is 600, all of which are on 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Captain Brackett was given the opportunity to head the project on behalf of the department due to his passion on the subject and his environmentally friendly ways of living. “This effort came at no cost to Salem taxpayers and results in savings to the town


itself. I really believe in saving energy and releasing our dependency as a country on foreign energy sources. I would love to see the entire town be able to do this in all the town buildings, such as the town hall, the police department, the schools, etc. I am truly grateful that my employment with Salem Fire Department allowed me to do this and that as a whole we played a part in having a positive impact on the world,” Brackett said.


graduated from Salem High School in 1979, and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Southern New Hampshire University. Over the last 22 years, Covey has been involved in the banking industry in the greater Salem area and is a Senior Vice President for Enterprise Bank. “My business and managerial experience have been an invaluable asset to me during the last four months with helping to conduct the business of the Town of Salem while assisting in the hiring of a new Town Manager,” Covey stated. Over the last 20 years, Covey has been involved in a number of community service efforts, including serving as the Chairman for the Municipal Budget Committee, President of the Dollars for Scholars Board of Trustees, on the Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, as well as a Board member for the Salem Boys & Girls Club for over 10 years, serving as Chairman of the Board for the last two. Covey is married to Michael Covey and they have two grown children—their daughter, Katie, and their son, Tom, and his wife, Amy. “I want to be able to try and incorporate new


technology into the Town of Salem’s operations so that we can more efficiently perform these critical services in the most cost-effective manner possible. In addition, I believe we need to continue with the vital infrastructure investments we are making in roads and bridges in Salem. These are our community assets and it is extremely important to the residents of Salem that the roads they travel on every day are safe and well maintained. My experience as the Chairman of the Municipal Budget Committee, in conjunction with my service on the Board of Selectmen during the last six months, will allow me to ‘hit the ground running’ in order to get things done. I am grateful to the outpouring of support I have received throughout the community, with my recent appointment to fill Arthur Barnes’ vacancy on the Board of Selectmen. I hope to continue to earn the trust of the people of Salem,” Covey stated. People wishing to contact the campaign may do so at 898-2567.


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by S. Aaron Shamshoyan The Board of Selectmen received $211,886.79 on Monday night from the State of New Hampshire Bridge Aid Program, along with the Federal Aid Highway Program. “This completes the reimbursements for the Lawrence Road project,” said Dr. Henry LaBranche. The installment was the last of three received by the Board. The bridge was totally reconstructed over the summer due to weight restrictions and a failing structure. Prior to the reconstruction, the bridge had to be closed many times during flooding conditions. The hope of the town is that the 60-foot span of the new bridge will prevent this from happening.


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