Concord public meetings in 2022
39 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing several site plan applications, including an 80-unit residential conversion and a new community center. The agenda also includes requests for sign approvals and utility improvements. Additionally, the board will conduct its annual impact fee review.
- 80-unit multifamily complex conversion at 11 Stickney Ave
- New community center construction at 76 Community Drive
- Gaming hall, hotel, and restaurant development at 7 Break O’ Day Drive
- Five-story mixed-use building at 20-20.5 South Main Street
- Annual impact fee review
Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee
The committee will review new budget reports for the FY 2024 budget document, including General Fund and Water Enterprise Funds. The agenda also includes an audit presentation by Melanson and a referral regarding lighting on Constitution Avenue.
- Audit presentation by Melanson
- FY 2024 budget reports for General Fund, General Services, and Water Enterprise Funds
- Referral regarding lighting on Constitution Avenue
- Discussion of water line extension and stormwater utility
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a proposal to acquire property at 76 Community Drive for a new library and community center in Penacook. The agenda also includes discussions on housing code amendments, opioid abatement funding, and various grant applications.
- $1,300,000 resolution for real estate acquisition at 76 Community Drive
- Up to $500,000 CDBG grant for housing at 6 South State Street
- Up to $500,000 CDBG grant for the Crisis Center at 27 Warren Street
- Amendments to Building and Housing Codes
- $3,000,000 grant application for Broadway/West Street intersection improvements
Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee
The scheduled meeting for the Concord Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee on November 21, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda included reviews of FY 2024 budget reports and the FY 2022 surplus report.
- FY 2024 budget reports for General Fund, General Services, and Water Enterprise Funds
- Referral regarding lighting on Constitution Avenue
- Preliminary FY 2022 Surplus Report
- $94,000 FY 2023 appropriation resolution for General Fund operations
- $950,000 FY 2023 surplus transfer to reserves resolution
City Council
The council will hold public hearings on parking changes for Spruce Street and various city fee updates. The agenda also includes resolutions to accept grant funding for wastewater plant renovations, police equipment, and roadway safety.
- $166,000 for Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant Renovations
- $80,217 for the purchase of two all-terrain vehicles and related equipment
- $45,000 to clean up an abandoned homeless camp at 58 Locke Road
- $39,989 grant for Police Department roadway safety and outreach initiatives
- Public hearing regarding parking changes on Spruce Street
Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing several development applications, including a comprehensive plan for a gaming hall and hotel. Other items include site plans for a restaurant on Whitney Road and storage expansion on Loudon Road.
- Comprehensive Development Plan for a gaming hall, hotel, and restaurant at 7 Break O’ Day Drive
- Major Site Plan for a restaurant and retail space at 10 Whitney Road
- Minor Site Plan for a 4,000 sf storage expansion at 220 Loudon Road
- Minor Site Plan for a parking area at the corner of Loudon and Airport Rd
- Conditional Use Permit for wetland and slope disturbance at 128 Horse Hill Road
Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee
The committee will review the June 30, 2022 Ambulance Billing Report and September 30, 2022 Quarterly Financial Statements. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a Joint Powers Agreement and an Energy and Environment Committee report on water line extension and stormwater utility.
- Approval of April 18, 2022 meeting minutes
- June 30, 2022 Fiscal Year End Ambulance Billing Report
- September 30, 2022 Quarterly Financial Statements
- Joint Powers Agreement discussions
- Energy and Environment Committee report on water line extension and stormwater utility
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances regarding city fees and parking regulations. The agenda also includes resolutions to appropriate funds for wastewater treatment renovations and police equipment. Additionally, NHDOT will present on I-93 improvements in Bow and Concord.
- $166,000 appropriation for Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant Renovations
- Ordinance changes for parking on Centre Street and Pleasant Street
- $80,217 for the purchase of two all-terrain vehicles
- $68,723 appropriation for the Hoit/Whitney Road Roundabout project
- Proposed updates to city fees and penalties in the General Code
Planning Board
The Concord Planning Board will review several site plan and design applications. These include a parking lot expansion at 311 Sheep Davis Road and a restaurant permit for 72 Washington Street. The board will also consider a request from the US Army National Guard regarding Pembroke Road.
- Parking lot expansion and four drive-through lanes at 311 Sheep Davis Road
- Conditional Use Permit for a restaurant at 72 Washington Street
- Preliminary Design Review for mixed-use development off Whitney Road
- Preliminary Design Review for a gaming hall and restaurant/bar off Break O’ Day Drive
- Request to discontinue the dead end portion of Pembroke Road
City Council
The City Council will discuss sewer interconnection with Pembroke and various ordinance amendments. The agenda includes resolutions for road projects and grant applications. Public hearings for several items are scheduled for October 11, 2022.
- Sewer interconnection discussions with the Town of Pembroke
- $741,002.11 appropriation for street paving
- Amendments to the city's parking and traffic code
- $68,723 and $8,000 appropriations for the Hoit/Whitney Road Roundabout
- $25,983.20 grant for addressing violent crime
Planning Board
The board will review several design applications for business signage across the city. Public hearings are scheduled for a mobile MRI trailer setup and a restaurant pergola. The agenda also includes site plan modifications for a parking lot and utility amendments.
- Signage updates for businesses including Wendy’s and LL Flooring
- Installation of a screening fence and concrete pads for a mobile MRI trailer at 1 Intervale Road
- A pergola installation for El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant at 22 Loudon Road
- Parking lot modifications at 81 Hall Street
- Utility amendments for 124 and 128 Horse Hill Road
City Council
The City Council will review proposed changes to parking ordinances on Eastern Avenue and South Fruit Street. The agenda also includes resolutions for building demolition, conservation easements, and various grant applications.
- Resolution to appropriate $34,600 for demolition at 107-109 South Main Street
- Resolution to purchase a conservation easement at 171 Oak Hill Road for $224,500
- Ordinance changes for parking on Eastern Avenue and South Fruit Street
- Grant application for up to $100,000 for water and wastewater cybersecurity
- Resolution to transfer $24,826.39 to the Opioid Abatement Reserve
Planning Board
The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several site plan applications and design reviews. Items include a new 48-unit multifamily building on Sheep Davis Road and an amendment to add seven units to the Rail Yard Mixed Use Development. The board will also consider signage requests and utility pole replacements.
- Major Site Plan for a 48-unit multifamily building at 303 Sheep Davis Road
- Amendment to add seven units to the Rail Yard Mixed Use Development off Langdon Ave
- Conditional Use Permit for Eversource Energy transmission pole replacement near Shaker Road
- Major Site Plan modification for a parking lot at 81 Hall Street
- Design review applications for various business signage
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several ordinance amendments regarding fees and employee compensation. The meeting includes public hearings on large federal grant applications for local community projects. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions for building demolition and land conservation.
- $750,000 CDBG grant application for a new Boys & Girls Club facility in Penacook Village
- $750,000 CDBG grant application for a new food pantry at Christ the King Church
- $224,500 purchase of a conservation easement at 171 Oak Hill Road
- $34,600 to demolish and remove a building at 107-109 South Main Street
- $24,826.39 transfer to the Opioid Abatement Reserve from settlement funds
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review several major site plan and subdivision applications. Key items include a new 48-unit apartment complex on Sheep Davis Road and the conversion of residential properties into social service and multi-unit housing.
- Major Site Plan for a 48-unit multifamily building at 303 Sheep Davis Road
- Conversion of 29 Tallant Road into a five-room social service center
- Three-story office building addition at 125 North State Street
- Conversion of 120-122 Pleasant Street from two units to six units
- Minor subdivision for land off Elm Street in Penacook
City Council
The council will review several Community Development Block Grant applications, including funding for a new Boys and Girls Club and a food pantry. A public hearing is scheduled to discuss the $1,131,746 Revolving Loan Fund Program. The agenda also includes items regarding crime prevention grants and street extensions.
- $750,000 CDBG application for a new Boys and Girls Club in Penacook Village
- $750,000 CDBG application for a food pantry at Christ the King Church
- Reauthorization of the $1,131,746 Revolving Loan Fund Program
- $32,100 to demolish a hazardous building at 107-109 South Main Street
- $15,337.92 grant for community violent crime prevention
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding budget appropriations for Fiscal Year 2023. The agenda includes resolutions for capital project funds and the authorization of bonds and notes. The council will also consider an ordinance to amend water and sewer use rates.
- Appropriation of funds for FY 2023 General, Special Revenue, Enterprise, and Debt Service Funds
- Resolution for annual capital closeout and repurposing of capital project funds
- Appropriation of $19,433,020 for Fiscal Year 2023 Capital Projects
- Authorization of bonds and notes in the amount of $15,082,000
- Ordinance amending water and sewer use rates
Finance Committee
The committee will review presentations regarding several Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds. This includes reviewing pro formas for the Airport, Parking, Golf, Arena, and Solid Waste funds. The agenda also includes FY 23 rate comparisons for Water and Wastewater funds.
- FY 23 Water Rate Comparisons
- FY 23 Sewer Rate Comparisons
- Pro Forma presentations for various city funds
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will hear presentations regarding the General Fund for Community Development, Library, Parks and Recreation, and Human Services. The meeting also includes reviews of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts.
- General Fund presentations for city departments
- Capital Improvement Program (CIP) review
- Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts presentation
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will hear presentations related to the General Fund. These presentations cover the General Government, Police, Fire, and General Services departments.
- General Fund presentation: General Government
- General Fund presentation: Police
- General Fund presentation: Fire
- General Fund presentation: General Services
Finance Committee
The committee will hear a presentation regarding the City Manager's Fiscal Year 2023 budget, including reviews of budget summaries and resolutions. A non-public session to discuss compensation adjustments is also scheduled following the meeting.
- City Manager's Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Presentation
- Review of budget summaries and resolutions
- Discussion of general fund revenue
- Non-public session regarding compensation adjustment
Planning Board
The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several applications for site plans, subdivisions, and design reviews. Proposals include converting existing structures into multi-unit housing and a social service center. The board will also consider requests for new signage and land use adjustments.
- Conversion of 120-122 Pleasant Street from two units to six units
- Construction of batting cages at Russell Martin Athletic Fields
- Lot line adjustment to annex 17 acres from 297 Pleasant Street
- Conversion of 29 Tallant Road into a residential social service center
- Commercial parking lot and wetland buffer disturbance at 96 Hall Street
City Council
This meeting consists of a non-public session regarding the City Manager’s evaluation and/or compensation. Other scheduled items are limited to standard procedural tasks including call to order, roll call, and adjournment.
- Non-public session regarding City Manager's evaluation and/or compensation
City Council
The City Council is conducting public hearings on ordinance changes for food trucks and military leave. The agenda also includes resolutions for building demolition, equipment purchases, and energy efficiency projects. Additionally, the council will review various grant applications and administrative reports.
- Ordinance amendment regarding food truck and peddler regulations
- $32,100 resolution to demolish a building at 107-109 South Main Street
- $36,359 resolution to purchase a cross-country trail groomer
- Agreement with NH DOT for the Merrimack River Greenway Trail development
- Ordinance amendment regarding military leave regulations
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review several site plan and subdivision applications, including a large-scale residential project on South Main Street. The meeting also includes design reviews for various business signs and an update on the ConcordNEXT zoning code.
- 64-unit multifamily building at 32-34 South Main Street
- Eversource Energy pole replacements between Anterim Road and Farmwood Road
- Telecommunications equipment upgrades at 100 North Main Street
- Two-lot subdivision near Warner Road and Blackwater Road
- Addition of a third unit to a duplex at 27 Fayette Street
Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee
The committee will discuss quarterly ambulance billing receivables and allowances. Members will also review recommendations from the Ad Hoc Gully Hill Road Committee. The meeting includes a review of March fiscal year-to-date financial statements.
- Quarterly ambulance billing and balance billing discussion
- Recommendations from the Ad Hoc Gully Hill Road Committee
- March fiscal year-to-date 2022 financial statements
- Updates on Joint Powers Agreement, Water Line Extension, and Stormwater Utility
City Council
The City Council will review proposed changes to city fees, fines, and business licensing regulations for peddlers. The agenda also includes resolutions for various equipment purchases and updates on the zoning ordinance project. Public hearings are scheduled regarding certain ordinance amendments.
- Ordinance amending business licensing for peddlers and food trucks
- Resolution appropriating $36,359 for a cross-country trail groomer
- Public hearing on proposed changes to city fees and penalties
- Resolution regarding the Merrimack River Greenway Trail development
- Ordinance amendment concerning the city's Code of Ethics
Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee
The committee will review proposed revisions to the FY 2023 Finance Committee guidelines and budget schedule. An update on the Stormwater Enterprise Fund is also scheduled for presentation.
- Stormwater Enterprise Fund update presentation
- FY 2023 Finance Committee guideline revisions
- FY 2023 draft budget schedule
- Joint Powers Agreement discussion
- Water line extension discussion
Planning Board
The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several major site plans and subdivision requests. These include a 64-unit multifamily residential development at 32-34 South Main Street and a car dealership at 134 Manchester Street. The board will also consider various signage applications and minor subdivisions.
- New 64-unit multifamily residential building at 32-34 South Main Street
- Construction of a car dealership at 134 Manchester Street
- A 16-lot subdivision for single-family residences at 145 Abbott Road
- A 20-unit cluster subdivision on property off Shaker Road
- A 3-story office building addition at 125 North State Street
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several large-scale funding resolutions, including millions for wastewater upgrades and revenue replacement. Other items include appropriations for fire department staffing, road improvements, and parking garage upgrades. The meeting also includes discussions on utility easements and ordinance amendments.
- $3,800,000 appropriation for Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Facility upgrades
- $4,567,295 in ARPA funds for revenue replacement
- $144,000 for Fire Department overtime and benefits
- $88,575 for bumpout construction and drainage improvements
- $200,000 for State Street Parking Garage improvements
Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee
The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee will review quarterly EMS billing reports and discuss goals for water and wastewater fixed fees. The meeting also includes discussions on dental insurance and the tax rate target.
- FY 2022 1st and 2nd Quarter EMS Billing Reports
- Water/Wastewater Fixed Charges Report to Council
- Dental Insurance discussion
- Tax Rate Target discussion
- Joint Powers Agreement and Water Line Extension updates
Planning Board
The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several applications for land use changes and new construction. These include requests for residential subdivisions on Abbott Road and Shaker Road, as well as a car wash at Loudon Road. The board will also consider various sign installations and site plan extensions.
- 16-lot single-family subdivision at 145 Abbott Road
- 20-unit cluster subdivision off Shaker Road
- Car wash construction at 192-196 Loudon Road
- New 2,515 sf commercial kennel structure at 93-95 Silk Farm Road
- Restaurant, retail, and credit union development at 4-8 Merchants Way
City Council
The council will consider several resolutions involving American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for revenue replacement and wastewater facility upgrades. The agenda also includes public hearings on zoning changes and updates to the city's code of ethics. Additionally, the council will review various department funding requests and grant applications.
- $4,567,295 in ARPA funds for revenue replacement
- $3,800,000 for Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Facility upgrade
- Zoning ordinance amendment regarding medical uses
- $144,000 for Fire Department overtime and benefits
- $88,575 for highway bumpout and drainage improvements
City Council
This meeting is a priority setting session for the Concord City Council. The agenda focuses on discussing priorities for the 2022-2023 period.
- Discussion of 2022-2023 priorities
City Council
The City Council meeting consists of procedural items and a discussion regarding 2022-2023 priorities. The Priority Setting Session has been rescheduled to February 7, 2022.
- Discussion of 2022-2023 priorities
- Rescheduling of Priority Setting Session to February 7, 2022
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review major site plan applications for a new car dealership and a commercial kennel. The meeting also includes design reviews for various business signs and a proposed ordinance amendment to update impact fees.
- Car dealership construction at 134 Manchester Street
- Commercial kennel proposal at 93-95 Silk Farm Road
- Building renovation at 32 Commercial Street
- Ordinance amendment for Transportation and Recreation impact fees
- Property merger of Silk Farm Road and 240 Clinton Street
City Council
The meeting consists of procedural items and a discussion regarding 2022-2023 priorities. The Priority Setting Session has been rescheduled to January 24, 2022.
- 2022-2023 priorities discussion
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several resolutions, including a $1.88 million transfer to reserves and funding for the Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant. Public hearings are scheduled regarding zoning changes, COVID-19 face covering rules, and parking modifications on Kennedy Lane. The agenda also includes communications regarding municipal cemeteries and property at Village Street and Abbott Road.
- $1,880,000 transfer to Reserves from the FY2021 General Fund
- $67,637 for energy usage reduction at Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant
- $18,771 for an e-bike bookmobile outreach program using ARPA funds
- $130,000 for City Hall doors, furniture, and equipment
- Public hearings on zoning changes and Kennedy Lane parking modifications
City Council
The City Council will conduct ceremonial swearing-in ceremonies for Mayor Bouley and council members. The meeting also includes the election of a Mayor Pro Tem and the assignment of council committees.
- Swearing in of Mayor Bouley
- Swearing in of City Council members
- Election of Mayor Pro Tem
- City Council committee assignments