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Welcome to Atkinson
Atkinson is a quiet, bedroom community town located in southern New Hampshire. The winding road of Main Street is both historic and beautiful and was recently adopted as one of New Hampshire's scenic byways. Conveniently located between Routes 125 and 111, you can enjoy country living with easy access to shopping and urban areas.
Town Office Holiday Schedule
The Town observes the following holidays and therefore, all town offices will be closed in observance of these holidays:| New Years Day | Civil Rights Day | Presidents Day | Memorial Day |
| Independence Day | Labor Day | Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day | Veterans Day |
| Thanksgiving | Friday after Thanksgiving | Christmas Day |
Although the Town Administrator’s Office is open M-F, 8-4pm, all other Town Hall Offices vary by department. Please be sure to research a specific department’s hours of business located on their department’s webpage.
Current News and Upcoming Events!
Taxes Due
REMINDER! Tax Bills due December 30th
Tree Lighting
Join us for the 2021 Town of Atkinson Tree Lighting at Dow Common on Sunday, November 28th at 5:00 pm!
Trash Pickup
REMINDER! Trash and recycling normally pick up on November 25th will be picked up on the November 26th
Green and Gift Sale
December 3rd & 4th Atkinson Garden Clubs Green and Gift Sale (poster)Trick or Treat Hours
Trick or Treat will be on October 31st from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm.
Voter Checklist Update
Atkinson Supervisors of the Checklist will be in session on
Monday, November 8, 2021
from 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Location:
Atkinson Community Center
4 Main Street, Atkinson, NH
The supervisors will be meeting to update the voter checklist to include name, address and party changes for existing voters and new voter registration.
- Current registered voters to bring photo ID.
- Newly registered voters to bring proof of residence, citizenship and age as well as photo ID.
Wreaths Across America
Wreaths Across America (WAA) only accepts checks or credit cards online.
There are several easy ways to participate in this nationwide event. Sponsor and make a wreath donation for the Atkinson Cemetery (NHACAN). Sponsorships can be made in several ways:
Online – WAA web site https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/NH0022P . This link will bring you directly to our group page. You may purchase as many wreaths as you are able.
In Person: Bring your check to the Kimball Library or the Atkinson Community Center 03811. Make checks payable to Wreaths Across America. In the Memo line write (NHACAN/NH0022P).
By Mail: Make your check payable to Wreaths Across America. In the memo line write (NHACAN/NH0022P). Mail to: Atkinson Veteran’s Club/Wreaths Across America, P.O. Box 302, Atkinson, NH. 03811. Donations which exceed our goal will be shared with Arlington National cemetery.
You may also give your check donation to any of the following program committee members: Dick Magoon 603-988-6826, Mike Berube 617-529-6336, Hank Gardner 603-489-8623, Tom Kelley 978-828-6865, Marge Watkins 603-235-3517, or Noriko Yoshida-Travers 603-362-5531
Volunteer for Committees
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – Trustee of the Trust Fund & Streetlight Committee (pdf)
Bulk Pick Up Day
Town Wide Bulk Pick up day on October 2nd. More info on Waste Page
Covid 19 Vaccine Clinic
NH Division of Public Health Services will be holding a Vaccine Clinic August 26th and September 16th from 3 to 7pm at the Atkinson Community Center. No appointment needed, while supplies last, available to anyone over the age of 12. No Health Insurance needed and completely free.
Election Results
2021 Town Election Results (pdf)
2020 Town Report
Atkinson's 2020 Town Report (pdf) - Online Magazine Booklet
Steering Committee
Steering Committee of Tax Collector and Town Clerk Documents/Report
Report (pdf)
List of Reported Towns (pdf)
Election 2020 Information
2020 General Election Results (pdf)State Primary General Election
Atkinson NH's 2020 Primary Election Results (pdf)
Covid 19 Update and Information (7/8)
COVID-19
COVID-19 Information for Businesses -- applicable to communities CDC Guidance for Businesses can be found at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/guidance-business-response.htmlPlease note that DHHS and CDC have websites specifically focused on COVID-19 with many resources:
PHS: COVID-19 FAQ (pdf)
DHHS: https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/dphs/cdcs/2019-ncov.htm
CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Town Election Results
Town Ballot Results (pdf)
TRSD Ballot Results (pdf)
Voter Turnout (pdf)
Find more Previous Ballots on our Election Page
Careers
go to the Careers/Volunteer page to find out more
Private Well Testing
Raising awareness about exposure to arsenic and other contaminations present in groundwater is an important public issue in New Hampshire. Private Well Testing Program
2021 - 22 Bids
Bids for 2021 and 2022 services are being posted and can be found on the Notice Page
Temporary Signs
“Temporary signs…..are permitted to be displayed not more than four (4) weeks before the event and shall be removed within ten (10) days following the event.”
Government Meeting Agenda
Government Meeting Agendas can be found under the respective Board, under the year and date in the 'Agenda/Minutes' drop down. The Agenda will be replaced by the minutes once approved.