Milford School Board
Five terms helping oversee Milford’s public schools.
Meet Paul
A record of service to Milford.
Paul Dargie has spent decades serving the community he and his family call home—and brings that local experience to the New Hampshire House.
Deep roots in Milford
A neighbor and public servant.
Paul and his wife, Joan, have lived in Milford for more than 35 years. Joan serves as Milford’s Town Clerk, and Paul has been actively involved in town government and community service for most of their years here.
As a centrist Democrat, Paul approaches public office with an emphasis on careful review, independent judgment, and practical results. His years on Milford’s School Board and Select Board give him a firsthand understanding of how decisions in Concord affect local budgets, services, schools, and property taxpayers.
Public service
Experience at every level.
Milford Select Board
Three terms working on town services, budgets, and local priorities.
New Hampshire House
Representing Milford during 2018–2020 and 2024–2026.
Milford Citizen of the Year
Recognized for longstanding service to the community.
In the State House
Local experience applied in Concord.
Paul’s committee assignments involve detailed work that affects municipalities, public employees, regulated professions, and the operation of state government.
Municipal and County Government Committee
Paul applied his Select Board experience to legislation affecting towns, cities, counties, and local government.
Executive Departments and Administration Committee
The committee considers legislation involving the New Hampshire Retirement System, building codes, occupational licensing, and other administrative matters.
Joint Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules
As an alternate member of JLCAR, Paul participates in legislative oversight of formal rules proposed by state agencies—technical work with broad effects across state government.
Community involvement
Service beyond elected office.
Paul remains active in organizations that serve Milford. He is president of the Milford Lions Club and is involved with Milford Boy Scout Troop 407.
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