Welcome To Emerald Lake Village District!
Main Office: 147 West Main Street - Suite 103, Hillsborough, NH 03244
Mailing Address: PO Box 1753, Hillsborough, NH 03244
Telephone: 603-464-3128
info@elvdnh.com
Emerald Lake Village District (“ELVD”) within the Town of Hillsborough was established in 1979 for the community surrounding Emerald Lake, also known as Gould Pond. Originally a subdivision of seasonal homes, it has developed into primary homes for the majority of its residents. ELVD through a Board of Commissioners manages the well based water system, the beaches and recreational areas, and approximately fourteen miles of roads.
ELVD is also a community of people who enjoy the unique advantage of their own lake and beaches, as well as the proximity of Fox Forest, Pat’s Peak for skiing, and access to the shopping and dining available in Hillsborough, while located close to Concord in the southwest part of New Hampshire.
WATER BAN IN EFFECT
There is presently a Water Ban in effect for ELVD. NO OUTDOOR WATER USAGE of any type.
A Typical Water Leak
WATER NEWS - LEAK DETECTION/TEMPORARY WATER SHUT-OFF NOTICES/REPAIRS
You Can Help Us Find Water Leaks
Posted 9/1/23
Hello Residents,
As I’m sure many are aware that we have been trucking in water this summer to fill our water tank. While we generally see more water usage in summer months than winter months, we suspect there may be a leak or leaks across the system at this time. This could include a main line, a homeowners line or a leak inside your home. With lots of ground to cover, I am asking for residents to help by checking their own home and surrounding area for any and all leaks! We all benefit with the more of us that are vigilant in finding leaks, repairing leaky faucets, running toilets, etc.
Finding a Leak on a service line/main:
If you suspect a leak please report it!
Email the commissioners at info@elvdnh.com or reach us by phone. Phone numbers can be found on our "ELVD Officials" page by clicking HERE. Or call Aquaman at (603) 942-6138.
Info on where to check inside your home from New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (from Fact Sheet WD-DWGB-26-23):
For any residents willing to help, Thank you!
Sincerely, Board of Commissioners
ELVD MEETINGS SCHEDULE
Notice of Emerald Lake Village District Workshop and Special Meetings
Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 6:30pm
Place: ELVD Office
Agenda: HERE
By: ELVD Commissioners' Workshop Meeting
Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
Time: 6:30pm
Place: ELVD Office
Agenda: TBD
By: ELVD Commissioners' Workshop Meeting
**Dates and locations subject to change based in District and Business needs.
**Agenda outlines to be posted prior to each individual meeting, Agendas are subject to change up to and including during the meetings as the BOC deems necessary to conduct district business.
Notice of Emerald Lake Village District Monthly Commissioners' Meetings
Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024
Time: 6:30pm
Place: ELVD Office
Agenda: HERE
By: ELVD Commissioners' Monthly Meeting
Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
Time: 6:30pm
Place: ELVD Office
Agenda: TBD
By: ELVD Commissioners' Monthly Meeting
**Dates and locations subject to change based on District and Business needs.
**Agenda outlines to be posted prior to each individual meeting, Agendas are subject to change up to and including during the meetings as the BOC deems necessary to conduct district business.
ELVD NEWS BRIEFS
Posted 11/19/24
DISTRICT WINTER PARKING RULES IN EFFECT
Dear Neighbor,
In an effort to better maintain our roads during the winter months, Emerald Lake Village District is asking all residents to refrain from parking and/or placing objects on District roads at all time from November 15th through April 1st.
Short term parking for a few minute, using four way flashers, is acceptable as long as licensed driver is within visual sight of the road.
Vehicles and/or objects in the District right-of-way for extended periods of time are subject to removal at your expense.
ELVD roads are much narrower than most roads. Although the District right of way extends 40 feet wide, many of our roads were constructed to less than half that width. Any vehicle that reduces the width of a District road creates a significant hazard to other residents and prevents proper maintenance, grading, and plowing of District roads.
Thank you for your cooperation.
The Emerald Lake Village Board of Commissioners
Posted 11/19/24
DISTRICT WINTER PARKING RULES IN EFFECT
Dear Neighbor,
In an effort to better maintain our roads during the winter months, Emerald Lake Village District is asking all residents to refrain from parking and/or placing objects on District roads at all time from November 15th through April 1st.
Short term parking for a few minute, using four way flashers, is acceptable as long as licensed driver is within visual sight of the road.
Vehicles and/or objects in the District right-of-way for extended periods of time are subject to removal at your expense.
ELVD roads are much narrower than most roads. Although the District right of way extends 40 feet wide, many of our roads were constructed to less than half that width. Any vehicle that reduces the width of a District road creates a significant hazard to other residents and prevents proper maintenance, grading, and plowing of District roads.
Thank you for your cooperation.
The Emerald Lake Village Board of Commissioners
Posted 11/14/24
Road Work
Resident Notice Of Water Project Work
Posted 10/22/24
SUR construction will continue work on the following roadways this week: Gould Pond Road, Greenfield Drive, Portion of Bog Road, and connection to Seminole. During this period Traffic delays may occur as well as intermittent water interruptions while connecting/ disconnecting from Temporary water source to permanent water sources.
SUR construction will also be working on the Rainbows End, Raven head and Midnight Walk area for temporary water connections and Main line excavation and installation. There may be intermittent water service interruption or traffic delays during this period. Please work with SUR construction and be patient when the equipment is in the roadway. Please plan for the extra time needed to enter or leave the roadway in these areas.
If any added assistance is needed, Please reach out to Commissioner Taber via email (info@elvdnh.com) or phone (603-831-4130).
Thank you for your understanding in advance,
ELVD Board of Commissioners
AlSO IMPORTANT
Emerald Lake Beaches and Parks are Private and for the use of District Residents Only
ELVD Beaches and Parks are currently operating on Summer hours, Sunrise to Sunset. The Gate at Eastman Park and barricades at Emerald Beach are shut at Sunset each evening. All beaches are closed at sunset and all after hours activity should be reported to the Hillsborough Police.
No Jet Skis On Emerald Lake
RSA 270:74 prohibits the use of skicraft (one and two person) on all public bodies of water less than 75 acres in size. Gould Pond (Emerald Lake) is 59 acres in size. An example of a skicraft is a Jet Ski and they are not allowed due to the size of our lake. For a full description of a skicraft see RSA 270:73.
Dogs at ELVD Beaches
ELVD Beach Rules and Regulations were updated to restrict dogs access (not permitted) to the following beaches; Eastman Beach, Emerald Beach, Hummingbird Beach. Owners are permitted to take their Dogs to the Meeting House Beach (Gould Pond Rd.) and to Burnham Park (Red Fox Crossing) for swimming /exercise. At all times and all locations, dogs must be in full control of a responsible person who shall ensure that any litter or waste caused by the dog is cleaned up immediately.
Seasonal Water Shutoffs
BOC reminds all seasonal residents that we offer FREE water shut off starting October 15th through April 15th. Turn on in the spring is also free. Property owners will still be billed for non-seasonal shutoff or turn-on service.
Leak Reporting/Water Issues
All leaks should be reported to an ELVD Commissioner HERE and also by contacting Aquamen at (603) 942-6138.
Water Shut-off and Turn-on
To request your water service be shut-off or turned on, please contact Aquamen at 603-397-7814. 48 hours notice required unless it is an emergency. Homeowner must be present when water is turned on. $50/fee per shut-off and/or turn on will be invoiced by Emerald Lake Village District. Turn-on and shut-off service is not available on weekends, holidays, or same day, except in an emergency. If your shut-off or turn-on is seasonal (off for winter/on in the spring) there is no charge, but it must be scheduled between October and May. Self-service is considered tampering and punishable by a fine.
Please leave a message at the ELVD office (603-464-3128) so we may record the information.