We endorse these candidates for town boards:

  • Jeff Grip for Select Board (2 Year Term)

    • Offering extensive experience, Jeff Grip has chaired national not-for-profit boards and consulted to business leaders across the US for 25 years.

    • Contributing as a member of Hampton's Planning Board and as Vice-chair of our Master Plan Implementation Committee, Grip has a deep understanding of our town’s possibilities.

    • Helping our town become more vibrant and resilient, Grip will foster connection, collaboration, and innovation on Hampton’s Select Board.

    • Leaving the world a better place for his five children and eleven grandchildren.

  • Amy Hansen for Select Board (3 Year Term)

    • Serving for the last 3 years on the Select Board, most recently as the Chair.

    • Serving as Select Board Representative on the Planning Board.

    • Serving on Board of Trustees for the Hampton Historical Society.

    • Exploring opportunities for the Town to create revenue to offset taxes.

  • Matthew Saunders for Zoning Board

    • Working as a partner in his law firm for nearly 20 years, Matt listens well to the needs of individuals and small businesses.

    • Offering experience in complex legal matters, Matt brings experience reviewing and interpreting rules and regulations.

    • Serving on the Hampton Municipal Budget Committee for the past three years, Matt is dedicated to his community.

  • Sharon Mullen for Planning Board

    • Working as a onsultant in clean energy for 15 years, Sharon balances clients’ financial and environmental demands as a small business owner.

    • Serving in multiple professional and municipal volunteer roles, Sharon is passionate about community service and representing residents’ views on Hampton’s future.

    • Delivering leadership on elected and appointed boards, including 3 years on Hampton’s Planning Board, Sharon strives to develop consensus and provides vital institutional knowledge.

  • Aleks Ring for Budget Committee (1 Year Term)

    • Servingas an Internal Auditor for a large government contractor and as a member of the United States Army Reserves, Aleks brings a wealth of experience to her roles.

    • Offering extensive expertise in forensic accounting, risk management, budgeting, and forecasting, Aleks’s diverse background spans both the private and public sectors, auditing government agencies and private organizations alike.

    • Participating actively in various community programs, Aleks is deeply committed to educating her community about scams and fraud prevention.

  • Fred Diana for Budget Committee (3 Year Term)

    • Assuring all residents that every tax dollar spent is justified and answered for.

    • Helping every resident to afford and continue to live and thrive in our Town of Hampton.

    • Offering experience as Assistant Director of Social Services for Salt Lake County, Budget Director for the Mayor's Office in Salt Lake City, and Corporate Director of Labor Relations - Utah Power & Light Co.

    • Lending his experience to keep costs down and help our town to keep moving ahead.

  • Mary Saunders for Library Trustee

    • Working as a School Librarian in the Hampton Public Schools since 2012.

    • Offering extensive knowledge of library services and advocacy for all types of libraries.

    • Serving as a substitute and alternate Library Trustee since June 2024.

  • Paul Higgins for Library Trustee

    • Working as an Energy Consultant for 25 years, Paul, a small business owner and father of two, started his career as a bookseller.

    • Bringing business management experience, Paul will bring this perspective to ensuring our library remains a vibrant hub for learning, creativity, and connection.

    • Promoting access to knowledge in an inclusive environment that supports lifelong learning and fosters a love for reading in our community.

We endorse these candidates for school boards:

  • Sarah Elliott for Hampton School Board

    • Working as a writer and marketing professional for over 10 years, Sarah brings strong communication skills and strategic expertise.

    • Offering leadership experience from two terms on the SAU 90 PTA Board and her current Friends of Winnacunnet and ERG board roles.

    • Participating in numerous community and school-based initiatives as a volunteer, Sarah is passionate about public education and will fight to protect our schools and property taxes from vouchers while strengthening communication and promoting transparency.

  • Candice O'Neil for Hampton School Board

    • Offering prior experience as a NH State Representative, Candice’s term in the NH House provides important knowledge of how state legislation impacts local education.

    • Participating in multiple community volunteer roles, serving on the NH Child Care Advisory Council and the Hampton Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Committee, as well as a past Board Member of the Acorn School and past SAU90 PTA Vice-President.

    • Providing a parent’s perspective as a mom of three Hampton students in grades 1, 3, and 6.