From the Eagle Tribune
By Katelyn Sahagian | ksahagian@northofboston.com
7/20/2023
LONDONDERRY — A longtime member of the town Budget Committee arrested July 14 on multiple charges of child pornography will continue to serve in the elected position until his term expires, unless he decides to step down, according to Town Manager Michael Malaguti.
Malaguti said that, due to New Hampshire law and the town charter, Timothy Siekmann could not be removed from his position.
Siekman faces up to 20 years in federal prison on the possession charges. All of the children depicted in the images and videos were female and approximately ages 2 to 9 years old.
“If he steps down, the chair of budget would address it at the next committee meeting, which is in August,” Malaguti said.
Malaguti added that Siekmann was not issued a device by the town and that there are not any publicly available devices at town hall.
“What he does, going forward, the town hopes whatever decision he makes, whether to serve or resign, is made in best interest for the community and for the budget committee,” said Malaguti.
Siekmann pleaded not guilty to 15 counts of possession of child pornography at his arraignment in Rockingham Superior Court on Friday. He posted $2,500 cash bail and was released on Monday.
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