Manchester public meetings in 2024

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration will discuss an update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund, finance reports, and a request to write off second quarter receivables. They will also consider a proposed ordinance amendment to Chapter 52 (Sewers) adding language on grease interceptors, connections, size/slope, and stormwater prohibition. A resident's request for loan subordination is also on the agenda.

• Proposed ordinance amendment to Chapter 52: Sewers (grease interceptors, separate connections, size/slope, stormwater prohibition)
• Authorization to write off second quarter receivables
• Update on City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Monthly Financial Report (unaudited) for first five months of FY25
• Request from Betty Delisle of 31 Lamonte Street for loan subordination

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration voted to approve the second quarter write-offs of uncollectible receivables, despite concerns from Aldermen about large companies like CVS and Hertz owing small amounts. The committee also accepted routine finance reports, received and filed a loan subordination request, and voted to pass an ordinance amendment regarding sewer regulations.

• Approved second quarter receivables write-offs
• Accepted Revolving Loan Fund update report
• Accepted Finance Department reports (Accounts Receivable, Aging, Outstanding Receivables)
• Received and filed loan subordination request from Betty Delisle
• Voted ordinance amendment on sewer regulations ought to pass

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Alcohol, Other Drugs & Youth Services will receive a presentation from Joseph Costanzo, Superintendent of Hillsborough County Department of Corrections, on the A.C.T. (Accept & Commit to Treatment) program. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this informational item.

• Presentation from Superintendent Joseph Costanzo on the A.C.T. Program

The Special Committee on Alcohol, Other Drugs & Youth Services received a presentation from Hillsborough County Department of Corrections officials about the A.C.T. (Accept & Commit to Treatment) Program, a one-year sentenced substance misuse and co-occurring treatment program. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only. The committee adjourned after discussion.

• No formal decisions made; presentation only
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Alderman Vincent, seconded by Alderman Kantor)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems will consider a request from the City Clerk to keep certain non‑public minutes sealed under the city’s newly adopted Review and Release Policy. It will also review a draft ordinance from the Manchester Arts Commission that would recognize its expanded mission, a proposal that was tabled on 10/15/24 pending Economic Development Office review. Additionally, the committee will revisit a Conflict of Interest proposal submitted by Alderman Ross Terrio that was tabled at the 6/24 meeting.

• Request to seal non‑public minutes per the Review and Release Policy
• Draft ordinance changes for the Manchester Arts Commission to recognize its expanded mission
• Conflict of Interest proposal from Alderman Ross Terrio (previously tabled)

The committee voted to remove from the table and send to the full Board a proposed ordinance change recognizing the Manchester Arts Commission's expanded mission, but without a committee recommendation. The vote to remove initially tied, then passed on a second motion. A request to keep certain non-public minutes sealed was approved. A conflict of interest proposal remained tabled.

• Approved sealing of listed non-public minutes per Review and Release Policy
• Removed Arts Commission ordinance from table (2-2 tie, then passed on second motion)
• Sent Arts Commission ordinance to full Board without committee recommendation
• Left Conflict of Interest proposal by Alderman Terrio on the table

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Lands & Buildings will consider a request to declare six tax-deeded properties surplus and dispose of them via public auction. They will also discuss a request from the family of Inspector William Moher, a police officer killed in 1921, for a fitting memorial. A non-public session may be held for property acquisition matters.

• Request to deem six tax-deeded properties surplus for public auction
• Discussion of honoring fallen officer Inspector William Moher (died 1921)
• Possible non-public session per RSA 91-A:3, II(d) for property negotiations

The Lands & Buildings Committee voted to declare six tax-deeded properties surplus to city needs and dispose of them through public auction, with minimum bid recommendations from the Assessor's Office. A separate item to honor a police officer who died in 1921 remained tabled pending staff recommendations.

• Declared six tax-deeded properties surplus and authorized public auction (unanimous)
• Tabled item to honor Inspector William Moher pending staff recommendations

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider a bond resolution authorizing $305,000 for the 2025 Lead Service Line Replacement Project and several small fund appropriations for community improvement programs. It will also receive a presentation on a property acquisition by United Therapeutics, approve the consent agenda, and consider nominations and communications.

• Bond resolution authorizing $305,000 for 2025 CIP 712625 Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Appropriation of $35,000 for FY2023 CIP 611023 Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Grant Program
• Appropriation of $56,265.73 for FY2025 CIP 411825 Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program
• Presentation by United Therapeutics Corporation regarding acquisition of property at Hackett Hill
• Nomination of Bill Trombly and Phil Sapienza to the Board of Water Commissioners (terms expire Jan 1, 2028)

The Board approved a $305,000 bond for the 2025 Lead Service Line Replacement Project and enrolled several CIP budget amendments. It also confirmed two Conservation Commission appointments and approved a space usage agreement with Catholic Medical Center. The meeting included extensive public comment on the Beech Street School project, but no action was taken on that matter.

• Approved $305,000 bond for Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Enrolled CIP amendments for winter warming station ($10), lead paint hazard reduction ($35,000), and radiological emergency preparedness ($56,265.73)
• Confirmed Conservation Commission appointments (Lauren Zielinski, Bill Gabler)
• Approved space usage agreement with Catholic Medical Center for William B. Cashin Senior Activity Center
• Accepted $1,000 donation for homeless veterans initiative
• Approved consent agenda including sidewalk petitions and various committee recommendations
• Tabled items remained on table: $400,000 for 80 Merrimack Street and naming soccer field after Thamba Mbungu

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Finance will consider three resolutions to amend the FY2023 and FY2025 Community Improvement Program, allocating $10 to a winter warming station and emergency shelter, $35,000 to a lead‑based paint hazard reduction grant, and $56,265.73 to a radiological emergency preparedness program. The committee will also review a list of CIP budget authorizations covering public health, safety, and infrastructure projects such as opioid‑epidemic initiatives, dental programs, and street reconstruction. If approved, the resolutions and budget authorizations will be forwarded for final adoption.

• $10 – FY2023 CIP 610023 2022/23 Winter Warming Station & Emergency Sheltering
• $35,000 – FY2023 CIP 611023 2022 Lead‑Based Paint Hazard Reduction Grant Program
• $56,265.73 – FY2025 CIP 411825 Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program
• Annual Street Reconstruction (CDBG) – CIP Budget Authorization
• MS4 Study, Design and Construction – CIP Budget Authorization

The Finance Committee voted to approve three Community Improvement Program (CIP) amendments, including $10 for a winter warming station, $35,000 for lead paint hazard reduction, and $56,265.73 for radiological emergency preparedness. It also approved 15 CIP budget authorizations, subject to final adoption of related resolutions. All votes were unanimous with no discussion recorded.

• Approved $10 CIP amendment for FY2023 Winter Warming Station & Emergency Sheltering
• Approved $35,000 CIP amendment for FY2023 Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Grant Program
• Approved $56,265.73 CIP amendment for FY2025 Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program
• Approved 15 CIP budget authorizations, including opioid epidemic, dental program, and street reconstruction

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will receive a presentation and a November 2024 financial report from LeftField regarding the School District Priority One Project. The committee may vote to submit the report to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and the Board of School Committee for information.

• Presentation from LeftField on the School District Priority One Project
• November 2024 monthly status and financial report from LeftField

The Committee on Joint School Buildings received a progress update from LeftField on the School District Priority One Project, covering modular punchlist completion, upcoming contracts for Group 1 (Hillside and McLaughlin) and Group 2 (Southside and Parkside), and design renderings for the middle school renovations. The committee voted to accept the November 2024 monthly status and financial report and submit it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and Board of School Committee for informational purposes. No other formal decisions were made.

• Accepted November 2024 monthly status and financial report (motion by Soule, seconded by Turner)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider confirming Peter A. Marr as Chief of Police, along with multiple financial items including a $305,000 bond for lead service line replacement and reallocation of $1.78 million in CIP funds. Several committee reports recommend approval of various grants, fee changes, and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes presentations on roadway resurfacing and retirement system changes.

• Confirmation of Peter A. Marr as Chief of Police
• Bond resolution for $305,000 Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Reallocation of $1,779,220.13 among various CIP projects
• Amendments to sewer ordinance (grease, oil, sand interceptors)
• Authorization to purchase two Fire Department engines

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen confirmed Peter A. Marr as the new Chief of Police and approved a series of Community Improvement Program (CIP) funding resolutions. The Board also received public comment regarding the Beech Street School project, though no new action was taken to reconsider the previous decision to pause the project. Additionally, the Board authorized the Fire Department to apply for an AFG grant and approved the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Confirmed Peter A. Marr as Chief of Police
• Approved 2025 Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting schedule
• Authorized Fire Department to apply for AFG grant
• Approved $305,000 bond for Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Approved $170,000 for Police Women’s Locker Room Expansion
• Approved $4,205 for 'Food Stories' public exhibition
• Approved revocable license for pylon sign at 1279 South Willow Street
• Confirmed Margarete Baldwin to Planning Board

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Alcohol, Other Drugs & Youth Services will hear a presentation from Director Michael Quigley on the Office of Youth Services' FY25 goals and progress update. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Presentation on Office of Youth Services FY25 Goals and Progress Update by Director Michael Quigley

The committee received a presentation from Michael Quigley, Director of the Office of Youth Services, on FY25 goals and progress, including program highlights and youth testimonials. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational and concluded with adjournment.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Lands & Buildings will discuss a request for a revocable license agreement for a pylon sign and sculpture/art installation with landscaping in the South Willow Street right-of-way. Also on the agenda is a request from the family of Inspector William Moher, a police officer killed in the line of duty in 1921, to honor his memory. City staff have been asked to bring forward recommendations on the memorial request.

• Revocable license agreement for pylon sign and art installation with landscaping in South Willow Street right-of-way requested by Fuss & O'Neill on behalf of New Hampshire Group, LLC
• Request from family of Inspector William Moher to honor his memory; city planning, police, and DPW staff to recommend options

The Committee on Lands & Buildings approved a revocable license agreement allowing New Hampshire Group, LLC to construct a pylon sign and sculpture/art installation with landscaping within the South Willow Street right-of-way. A request to honor fallen officer Inspector William Moher was discussed but no decision was made; staff recommendations are pending.

• Approved revocable license agreement for pylon sign and sculpture at South Willow Street right-of-way
• Tabled discussion on honoring Inspector William Moher; no action taken

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Airport Activities is meeting to consider a request from Airport Director Ted Kitchens. The body will address a previously tabled item regarding the Airport Carbon Accreditation Policy.

• Request for approval of the Airport Carbon Accreditation Policy

The Special Committee on Airport Activities approved the Airport Carbon Accreditation Policy. The policy focuses on Scope 1 emissions, which include items within the airport's direct control such as vehicle replacements and HVAC equipment.

• Removed Airport Carbon Accreditation Policy from the table
• Approved Airport Carbon Accreditation Policy

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement will vote on budget amendments for four capital improvement projects totaling $121,275.73, including radiological emergency preparedness, a domestic violence prosecutor, a winter warming station, and lead-paint hazard reduction. The committee will also discuss a request to apply for state transportation grant funding, review the first-quarter ARPA funds report, and consider a backflow prevention program as well as project extensions.

• $56,265.73 for Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program (CIP 411825)
• $30,000 for Domestic Violence Prosecutor (CIP 411925)
• $10 for 2022/23 Winter Warming Station & Emergency Shelter (CIP 610023)
• $35,000 for Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Grant Program (CIP 611023)
• Request to apply for NH DOT Transportation Alternatives Program grant funding

The Committee on Community Improvement approved all items on its agenda, including budget transfers for radiological emergency preparedness, a domestic violence prosecutor, and lead paint hazard reduction, as well as grant applications and project extensions. All votes were unanimous with no opposition recorded.

• Approved $56,265.73 transfer for Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 acceptance for Domestic Violence Prosecutor (unanimous)
• Approved $10 acceptance for Winter Warming Station & Emergency Shelter (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 acceptance for Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Grant (unanimous)
• Approved application for NH DOT Transportation Alternatives Program grant (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 First Quarter ARPA Funds Report (unanimous)
• Approved 50%-50% Backflow Prevention Program (unanimous)
• Approved extensions for CIP 710518 and CIP 711322 (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Finance Committee will vote on a bond resolution authorizing $305,000 for lead service line replacement. They will also consider multiple resolutions amending the FY2025 Community Improvement Program to fund various projects including grants for hazmat, SWAT equipment, and violence prevention, as well as infrastructure repairs and a large reallocation of CIP funds. Additionally, the committee will approve a list of CIP budget authorizations for dozens of projects.

• Bond resolution for $305,000 for Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Resolutions amending CIP: $531,332.99 for EOC Upgrade (Impact Fees), $144,784 for Livingston Pool Repair, $134,825 for Downtown Sidewalk Repairs
• Reallocation of $1,779,220.13 across various FY2022, FY2024, and FY2025 CIP projects
• Resolutions for $200,930 Justice Assistance Grant and $93,000 STOP Violence Against Women grant
• CIP budget authorizations for 40+ projects including ARPA-funded items, winter shelter, park rangers, and SNHU Arena improvements

The Finance Committee voted to advance a $305,000 bond for the 2025 Lead Service Line Replacement Project, along with multiple resolutions amending the FY2025 Community Improvement Program to fund various projects. The committee also approved a list of CIP budget authorizations, subject to final adoption of related resolutions. All actions were approved without recorded opposition.

• Approved bond resolution for $305,000 for Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Approved resolutions amending FY2025 CIP for various grants and projects (e.g., Hazmat Team Grant, SWAT Equipment, Justice Assistance Grant)
• Approved CIP budget authorizations for 41 projects, including ARPA-funded initiatives and capital improvements

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider approving a partial release of deed and change of use to allow construction of a new school on Sheridan-Emmett Park, funded by the existing $306M bond. Also up for discussion are a nomination for chief of police (laid over to next meeting), a bond resolution for SNHU Arena improvements ($3.65M), and an ordinance amending parking lot rates at the Myrna Lot. Several consent agenda items include sidewalk petitions, financial reports, and committee recommendations.

• New school construction at Sheridan-Emmett Park requiring partial release of deed and change of use from park to school, funded from $306M bond
• Bond resolution for $3,646,780 for SNHU Arena capital improvements
• Ordinance amendment to adjust parking rates at Myrna Lot (Section 70.57(B))
• Nomination of Peter A. Marr as Chief of Police (laid over to next meeting)
• Acceptance of two new public streets: Arthur Avenue and Hummingbird Drive

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted to extend the lease and professional services agreement for the 39 Beech Street shelter through March 31, 2025, supported by reallocated ARPA funds and budget adjustments. A proposal to construct a new school on Sheridan-Emmett Park and demolish the existing Beech Street Elementary School failed after a tie-breaking vote by the Mayor. Additionally, the Board approved various routine reports, sidewalk petitions, and accepted new public streets.

• Approved 50/50 sidewalk petitions for commercial and residential locations (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance Amendment for Myrna Lot parking rates (unanimous)
• Tabled naming the Sheridan-Emmett Park soccer field after Thamba Mbungu
• Accepted Arthur Avenue and Hummingbird Drive as public streets
• Approved lease amendment for 39 Beech Street through March 31, 2025 (roll call: 11-3)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement for 39 Beech Street through March 31, 2025 (roll call: 11-3)
• Failed to approve new Beech Street school construction and park change in use (tie vote 7-7, Mayor voted nay)
• Approved naming Livingston Park soccer field after Chris Laberge

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Energy Contracts will consider a request from the Public Works Director to authorize entering into Group Net Metering Credit Purchase Agreements. The terms are subject to review by the City Solicitor’s Office with support from Competitive Energy Services. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Authorization to enter into Group Net Metering Credit Purchase Agreements, subject to City Solicitor review

The Special Committee on Energy Contracts voted to approve entering into Group Net Metering Credit Purchase Agreements with three developers (Ameresco for Somersworth, Kearsarge for Hinsdale, Strafford, and Goshen, and Freedom Energy for a hydro project). The agreements are expected to generate an estimated $17,000 in FY25, $135,000 in FY26, and about $208,000 annually from FY27-2045, with discounts of 20% (Ameresco) and 12.5% (Kearsarge) off standard rates. The motion passed unanimously, with terms subject to final review by the City Solicitor's Office.

• Approved entering into Group Net Metering Credit Purchase Agreements with three developers (unanimous)
• Authorized City Solicitor's Office to review and approve final terms with input from Competitive Energy Services
• Noted estimated revenue of $17,000 in FY25, $135,000 in FY26, and $208,000 annually from FY27-2045
• Confirmed discounts of 20% (Ameresco) and 12.5% (Kearsarge) off standard electricity rates

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic will discuss a request by Fire Chief Ryan Cashin to approve the city's Hazard Mitigation Plan. Also on the agenda are a proposed handicap parking zone on Clay Street (not recommended due to a moratorium) and a school zone on Elm Street for Webster School.

• Hazard Mitigation Plan request by Fire Chief Ryan Cashin for approval
• Handicap parking proposed on Clay Street, north side, 270 feet west of Cypress Street to 30 feet further west (not recommended by DPW per handicap parking moratorium)
• School zone proposed on Elm Street between Carpenter Street and Bennington Street for Webster School

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic approved a new school zone for Webster School and accepted the city's Hazard Mitigation Plan. A request for handicap parking on Clay Street was received and filed.

• Approved school zone on Elm Street between Carpenter and Bennington Streets
• Accepted the city's Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Voted to receive and file request for handicap parking on Clay Street

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading met on November 19, 2024 to consider two ordinance amendments. One amendment would add language to the city’s sewer code in Sections 52.029, 52.122, 52.125, and 52.133 concerning grease, oil, sand interceptors, separate connections, size and slope, and stormwater prohibitions. The second amendment would change the zoning ordinance (Chapter 155) to increase permitted units per lot from three to four in multi‑family districts, reduce parking and landscaping requirements, and eliminate the conditional use permit requirement for accessory dwelling units. If approved, the sewer amendment would be referred to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration; the zoning amendment was previously tabled on June 4, 2024.

• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 52 adding language to Sections 52.029, 52.122, 52.125, and 52.133 (sewer regulations).
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 155 (Zoning) increasing units per lot from 3 to 4, reducing parking requirements in R-3, C-1, and RDV districts, reducing landscaping requirements, and removing the conditional use permit requirement for accessory dwelling units.
• Motion to refer the sewer amendment to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration.
• Motion to remove the zoning amendment from the table (originally tabled June 4, 2024).

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading voted to advance an ordinance amendment updating sewer regulations regarding grease, oil, and sand interceptors, separate connections, pipe size and slope, and stormwater prohibitions. The amendment will now go to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration. A separate zoning ordinance amendment to increase multifamily housing density and reduce parking requirements remained tabled.

• Advanced sewer ordinance amendment to Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration (motion by Levasseur, seconded by Barry)
• Kept zoning ordinance amendment (multifamily density, parking, ADUs) on table

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will consider an ordinance amendment to increase the annual fee for existing Gamewell Master Fire Alarm Boxes. The committee will also discuss a request from the Manchester Arts Commission to recognize their expanded mission.

• Fire Chief Ryan Cashin requests approval to increase annual fees for Gamewell fire alarm boxes
• Manchester Arts Commission requests ordinance changes to recognize expanded mission
• Alderman Ross Terrio submitted a Conflict of Interest proposal (tabled)

The committee approved an ordinance amendment to increase annual fees for existing Gamewell (wire) Master Fire Alarm Boxes, referring it to the Committee on Bills on Second Reading for technical review. Two previously tabled items—the Manchester Arts Commission ordinance changes and Alderman Ross Terrio's conflict of interest proposal—remained on the table. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved ordinance amendment increasing Gamewell Master Fire Alarm Box annual fees, referred to Committee on Bills on Second Reading (unanimous)
• Manchester Arts Commission ordinance changes remained tabled
• Conflict of interest proposal by Alderman Ross Terrio remained tabled

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement is considering 15 budget amendments and communications, including acceptance of federal and state grants, fund transfers for park and sidewalk repairs, and reallocations of ARPA funds. The largest single item is $531,332.99 in impact fees for the EOC Upgrades Project. Other proposals include $305,000 for lead service line replacement and $200,930 for a Justice Assistance Grant.

• Budget amendment for $305,000 Lead Service Line Replacement Project (CIP 712625)
• Impact fee use of $531,332.99 for EOC Upgrades Project
• $200,930 Justice Assistance Grant (CIP 411425)
• $144,784 Livingston Pool Repair (CIP 510422)
• $134,825 Downtown Sidewalk Repair (CIP 711623)

The Committee on Community Improvement approved all 15 agenda items, including acceptance of grants for SWAT equipment, justice assistance, intelligence liaison, STOP Violence Against Women, and a hazmat team. It also approved fund transfers for parks, pool, sidewalk repairs, and a lead service line replacement project, plus a $170,000 Women's Locker Room Expansion contingent on funding. ARPA fund reallocations were split into three motions and referred to the full Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

• Approved $11,867 for SWAT Search & Rescue Equipment
• Approved $200,930 for Justice Assistance Grant
• Approved $45,000 for Intelligence Liaison Officer Program
• Approved $93,000 for STOP Violence Against Women
• Approved $305,000 for Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Approved $170,000 for Women's Locker Room Expansion, contingent on funding
• Approved ARPA reallocations for winter shelter, Beech Street programs, and welfare support, referred to BMA
• Approved $531,332.99 in impact fees for EOC Upgrades Project

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue will consider a request from the Manchester Arts Commission to release $4,205 for a public exhibition called 'Food Stories - We Are What We Eat'. They will also receive updates on the City's Revolving Loan Fund, finance department reports including accounts receivable over 90 days, and the monthly financial report for the first four months of FY25.

• Request to release $4,205 for Manchester Arts Commission 'Food Stories' exhibition
• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Finance Department reports: Accounts Receivable over 90 days, Aging Report, Outstanding Receivables
• Monthly Financial Report (unaudited) for first four months of FY25

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration approved several financial reports, including the city's revolving loan fund and the FY25 monthly financial report. Members also authorized the release of $4,205 from a segregated arts fund to support a public exhibition.

• Approved update on City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Approved Finance Department reports on receivables and aging
• Approved FY25 monthly financial report (unaudited)
• Approved release of $4,205 for 'Food Stories' arts exhibition

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Airport Activities will discuss a request from Airport Director Ted Kitchens to approve the Airport Carbon Accreditation Policy. The committee may vote on the policy and take other action as needed.

• Communication from Airport Director Ted Kitchens requesting approval of the Airport Carbon Accreditation Policy

The Special Committee on Airport Activities tabled a request from Airport Director Ted Kitchens to approve the Airport Carbon Accreditation Policy. The committee noted the director was absent and expressed frustration over the lack of a department head to answer questions. No substantive decision was made on the policy itself.

• Tabled Airport Carbon Accreditation Policy request (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance is meeting to consider revisions to the Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Policy. The body will also review requests to add or modify positions within the Finance, Welfare, and Solicitor departments.

• Proposed revisions to the Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Policy
• Request to add one Senior Applications Developer/Analyst and de-fund one Information Support Specialist
• Request to add one full-time Administrative Services Manager and change one Accounting Technician to part-time
• Request to add one full-time Victim Assistance Coordinator position
• Proposed changes to the Manchester Employee's Contributory Retirement System for the 2025 NH Legislative Session

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will hear a presentation from LeftField about the School District Priority One Project. It will also review the October 2024 status and financial report submitted by LeftField. The committee may move to accept the report and forward it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and the Board of School Committee for informational purposes.

• Presentation from LeftField on the School District Priority One Project
• Monthly status and financial report for October 2024 submitted by LeftField
• Potential motion to accept the October report
• Potential motion to forward the report to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen
• Potential motion to forward the report to the Board of School Committee

The Committee on Joint School Buildings received a status update on the $306 million Priority One school construction project, including progress on modular punch-list items, contract closeouts, and budget refinements. No formal decisions were made; the only action was accepting the October 2024 financial report for informational purposes. Discussion covered the planned removal of the commissary kitchen from the new Beech Elementary School, which was previously decided by the School Board, and ongoing communication issues in modular classrooms.

• Accepted October 2024 monthly status and financial report (motion by Alderman O'Neil, seconded by Alderman Terrio)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by School Committee Member Turner, seconded by Soule)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a resolution to use excess revenues for a $6,517,315 supplemental appropriation to the Manchester School District for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting is called as a special session with no other business planned.

• Public hearing on $6,517,315 supplemental appropriation for Manchester School District
• Resolution authorizing use of excess revenues from FY2025 budget estimates

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a special public hearing to receive comments on a resolution to appropriate $6,517,315 in excess school district revenues to the Manchester School District. One resident spoke against the appropriation, arguing the funds could lower the city tax rate. No vote was taken; the board adjourned after the hearing.

• Held public hearing on supplemental appropriation resolution (no vote taken)
• Adjourned meeting after hearing comments

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding school district funding. The body will consider using excess revenues from the Fiscal Year 2025 budget estimates to provide a supplemental appropriation.

• Supplemental appropriation of $6,517,315 to the Manchester School District
• Rescheduling of the Manchester School District Supplemental Appropriation public hearing to October 30, 2024

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a resolution authorizing a supplemental appropriation of $6,517,315 to the Manchester School District from excess FY2025 revenue estimates. The vote was 7-3, with Aldermen Kantor, Levasseur, and E. Sapienza opposed. The appropriation is required for the school district to spend the funds, which otherwise would reduce the tax rate.

• Approved $6,517,315 supplemental appropriation to Manchester School District (7-3)
• Ratified phone poll rescinding prior referral of school appropriation to Nov. 19 hearing and setting hearing for Oct. 30

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Finance is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding the Manchester School District. The body will consider authorizing the use of excess revenues for a supplemental appropriation.

• Supplemental appropriation of $6,517,315 to the Manchester School District

The Finance Committee voted to approve a resolution authorizing a supplemental appropriation of $6,517,315 to the Manchester School District, using excess revenues from the district's FY2025 budget. The motion passed with Aldermen Levasseur and E. Sapienza recorded in opposition. The resolution now moves to the full Board of Mayor and Aldermen for consideration.

• Approved supplemental appropriation of $6,517,315 to Manchester School District (opposed: Levasseur, E. Sapienza)

General

The Board of Registrars is meeting to accept updates to the voter checklist and approve the list of Deputy Registrars for the November 5, 2024 State General Election. The board will also receive an informational update on voter intake events.

• Acceptance of voter checklist additions, deletions, and changes from September 11, 2024 through October 25, 2024
• Approval of Deputy Registrars for the November 5, 2024 State General Election
• Update on voter intake events conducted prior to the November 5, 2024 State General Election

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen met to consider public comments, a compensation study, and several financial resolutions. The most significant actions were Community Improvement Program resolutions approving funds for public‑health, homeless health care, park track renovations, and notably $429,657.61 to replace and retrofit school playgrounds. Additional items included traffic regulation changes, acceptance of $2,000 in donations for homeless initiatives, and a request for a construction encumbrance at 1138 Elm Street.

• Approve $429,657.61 transfer for CIP 510425 School Playground Replacement & Retrofitting
• Approve $243,857.60 transfer for CIP 510416 Downtown Connector Rail Trail
• Approve $220,000 for FY2023 CIP 210623 Public Health Preparedness
• Adopt traffic regulation changes: one‑way on N Hampshire Lane, no parking on Burnett Avenue, and commercial vehicle prohibition on Bennington Road
• Accept $1,000 donation from Henry J. Sweeney Post and $1,000 from Disabled American Veterans for Mayor's homeless initiatives

The Board approved a $3,646,780 bond for Phase I capital improvements at the SNHU Arena and added a Grant Writer position to the city's complement, funded initially by ARPA. It also approved a consent agenda including numerous CIP fund amendments and accepted $6,000 in donations for the Mayor's Veteran's Homeless Initiative. The Board referred the Manchester School District's request to appropriate $6.5 million in excess state aid to the Finance Committee for a public hearing on November 19.

• Approved $3,646,780 bond for SNHU Arena Phase I capital improvements
• Approved adding a Grant Writer position to city complement
• Approved consent agenda with multiple CIP fund amendments and traffic regulations
• Accepted $6,000 in donations from veteran groups for homeless initiative
• Referred $6.5M school district appropriation request to Finance Committee
• Approved construction encumbrance and easements for 1138 Elm Street
• Approved revocable licenses for 32 Jane Street and 72 Old Granite Street
• Approved monument honoring veterans of recent conflicts at Veterans Memorial Park

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Baseball/Civic Center will hear a communication from Tim Bechert, General Manager of the SNHU Arena, requesting $3,646,780 for Phase I capital improvements. The committee may consider a motion to approve a bond resolution for that amount and refer it to the Committee on Finance. No other business is listed, and an adjournment motion will follow.

• Tim Bechert (SNHU Arena GM) requests $3,646,780 for Phase I capital improvements
• Possible motion to approve a bond resolution for the requested funding
• Referral of the bond resolution to the Committee on Finance if approved
• Meeting scheduled for Oct 15, 2024 at 6:15 PM in Aldermanic Chambers, City Hall
• Adjournment motion pending if no further business

The Special Committee on Baseball/Civic Center voted unanimously to approve a bond resolution for $3,646,780 in Phase I capital improvements at SNHU Arena, referring it to the Finance Committee. The committee also discussed the arena's management contract and ownership changes, with members expressing a desire for more oversight and regular communication from the general manager.

• Approved $3,646,780 bond resolution for SNHU Arena Phase I improvements (unanimous)
• Referred bond resolution to Committee on Finance
• Scheduled next committee meeting for November
• Requested annual marketing plan from arena management

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Lands & Buildings is reviewing requests for land use licenses and the naming of park facilities. The body is also discussing a proposal from the Manchester School District to build a new school and demolish an existing elementary school.

• Request to build a new school on Sheridan-Emmett Park land
• Proposal to demolish Beech Street Elementary School and create a park
• Request for a revocable license for granite steps at 32 Jane Street
• Request for a revocable license for a new entry walkway at 72 Old Granite Street
• Proposals to name soccer fields at Livingston Park and Sheridan-Emmett Park

The Committee on Lands & Buildings approved a revocable license for 32 Jane Street LLC to continue granite steps encroaching on Jane Street, with amended language allowing the city to revoke for any reason. It also approved a revocable license for Republic Brewing Company's entry walkway at 72 Old Granite Street, contingent on DPW approval. A request to name a soccer field at Livingston Park after Chris Laberge was tabled for further research, while a similar request for Sheridan-Emmett Park after Thamba Mbungu was approved. A proposal to build a new school on Sheridan-Emmett Park land and demolish Beech Street Elementary was tabled after concerns about park replacement and the Amoskeag deed.

• Approved revocable license for 32 Jane Street LLC granite steps encroachment, with amended revocation language (unanimous)
• Approved revocable license for Republic Brewing Company walkway at 72 Old Granite Street, contingent on DPW approval (unanimous)
• Approved installation of veterans monument at Veterans Memorial Park (unanimous)
• Tabled naming Livingston Park soccer field after Chris Laberge for further research
• Approved naming Sheridan-Emmett Park soccer field after Thamba Mbungu (Alderman Long abstaining)
• Tabled school construction and park swap proposal for Sheridan-Emmett Park and Beech Street Elementary (tie broken by Chairman Levasseur)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration will review financial reports and the City's Revolving Loan Fund. The body is considering an ordinance to amend parking lot rates for the Myrna Lot and two requests for the release of funds for the Manchester Arts Commission.

• Proposed amendment to Section 70.57(B) regarding Myrna Lot parking rates
• Request for $212.97 reimbursement for Manchester City Arts Festival musician and refreshments
• Request for release of $4,250 granted by the National Arts Program
• Review of FY25 first three months Monthly Financial Report (unaudited)
• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration accepted multiple financial and revolving loan reports, including discussions on past-due accounts and city revenues. The committee also voted to approve a parking lot rate ordinance amendment and two funding requests from the Manchester Arts Commission.

• Accepted update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Accepted Finance Department reports on accounts receivable, aging, and outstanding receivables
• Accepted the FY25 first-quarter unaudited Monthly Financial Report
• Voted that the Myrna Lot parking ordinance amendment ought to pass and Enrolled
• Approved Arts Commission reimbursement of $212.97 for festival expenses
• Approved release of $4,250 in National Arts Program grant funds for the Arts Commission
• Adjourned the meeting

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems is reviewing requests to amend the sewer ordinance and the Manchester Arts Commission ordinance. The body will also consider a tabled conflict of interest proposal from Alderman Ross Terrio.

• Proposed changes to the sewer ordinance requested by Chief Engineer Fred McNeill
• Proposed ordinance changes to recognize the expanded mission of the Manchester Arts Commission
• Conflict of Interest proposal submitted by Alderman Ross Terrio

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems voted to approve a sewer ordinance amendment allowing stormwater connections to the combined system in areas outside the CSO project, and referred it to the Committee on Bills on Second Reading for technical review. The amendment also updates grease, oil, and sand interceptor requirements, grandfathering existing businesses until they make changes. A separate Arts Commission ordinance change was tabled, and a conflict of interest proposal remained tabled.

• Approved sewer ordinance amendment and referred to Committee on Bills on Second Reading (motion by Levasseur, seconded by Fajardo)
• Tabled Arts Commission ordinance changes (motion by Levasseur, seconded by E. Sapienza)
• Conflict of Interest proposal remained on the table

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Finance will consider resolutions to authorize and appropriate funds for various Community Improvement Program projects, including public health initiatives, park renovations, and roadway repairs.

• Authorize $220,000 for Public Health Preparedness
• Authorize $243,857.60 for Downtown Connector Rail Trail
• Authorize $243,800 for Livingston Park Track Renovations
• Authorize $429,657.61 for School Playground Replacement
• Authorize $121,728.18 for FY25 Roadway Program

The Finance Committee voted to approve 12 resolutions amending the Community Improvement Program, authorizing a total of approximately $1.9 million for various projects including public health preparedness, homeless healthcare, and park renovations. The committee also voted to layover a $3.6 million bond resolution for SNHU Arena capital improvements, meaning it will be considered at a later meeting. All budget authorizations were approved subject to final adoption of the related resolutions.

• Approved $220,000 for FY2023 CIP 210623 Public Health Preparedness
• Approved $24,928 for FY2025 CIP 211525 Volunteer NH Engagement Project Grant
• Approved $15,000 for FY2025 CIP 211625 Regional Public Health Network Grant
• Approved $30,619 for FY2024 CIP 213124 Homeless Healthcare
• Approved $186,000 for FY2022 CIP 412522 2022 COSSAP Program
• Approved $243,857.60 for FY2016 CIP 510416 Downtown Connector Rail Trail
• Approved $429,657.61 for FY2025 CIP 510425 School Playground Replacement & Retrofitting
• Laid over $3,646,780 bond for 2025 CIP 810725 SNHU Arena Capital Improvements

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will receive a presentation and financial report on the School District Priority One Project from LeftField. The committee may vote to accept the report and submit it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and Board of School Committee.

• Presentation from LeftField on School District Priority One Project
• September 2024 monthly status and financial report
• Potential motion to accept report and submit to Boards

The Committee on Joint School Buildings approved a motion to hydroseed the Central High School practice football field and a section of the McLaughlin Middle School soccer field, with costs to be taken from the $306 million Priority I project budget. The committee also accepted the September 2024 monthly status and financial report from LeftField for informational purposes. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of project updates and discussion.

• Approved hydroseeding Central High School practice field and McLaughlin Middle School soccer field, funded from Priority I budget (unanimous)
• Accepted September 2024 monthly status and financial report from LeftField for informational purposes

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Alcohol, Other Drugs & Youth Services will receive a quarterly report on the 39 Beech Street Engagement Center (informational only) and hold discussions with Hope for NH Recovery and about the use of public bathrooms. No formal actions are scheduled.

• Quarterly report (June‑August 2024) on the 39 Beech Street Engagement Center – informational only
• Discussion with Hope for NH Recovery
• Discussion regarding the use of public bathrooms

The Special Committee on Alcohol, Other Drugs & Youth Services met to review the quarterly report for the 39 Beech Street Engagement Center and discuss services with Hope for NH Recovery. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with discussions about housing placements, employment, and public bathroom options.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement will consider a series of budget amendments that would accept or transfer city funds to various Capital Improvement Projects, including public health, infrastructure, and recreation initiatives. Items range from $24,928 for a volunteer grant to $3,735,653 for the SAFER project and $3,000,000 for a feasibility study on Lake Massabesic water level. The committee will also hear requests to adjust a project line item and to extend deadlines for two public‑health contracts.

• $3,735,653 – acceptance and expenditure for CIP 410925 SAFER
• $3,000,000 – acceptance and expenditure for CIP 712425 Feasibility Study – Impact of Raising Level of Lake Massabesic One Foot
• $429,657.61 – transfer and expenditure for CIP 510425 School Playground Replacement & Retrofitting
• $243,800 – transfer and expenditure for CIP 510723 Livingston Park Track Renovations
• $186,000 – acceptance and expenditure for CIP 412522 COSSAP Program

The Committee on Community Improvement voted to approve multiple resolutions for accepting and expending funds, budget transfers, and project extensions. Approvals included funding for public health programs, homeless healthcare, the SAFER grant, playground replacements, and a feasibility study for Lake Massabesic. The committee also approved line-item adjustments and grant deadline extensions for recreation and health departments.

• Approved $220,000 for CIP 210623 Public Health Preparedness
• Approved $24,928 for CIP 211525 Volunteer NH Engagement Project Grant
• Approved $15,000 for CIP 211625 Regional Public Health Network Grant Opportunity
• Approved $30,619 for CIP 213124 Homeless Healthcare
• Approved $3,735,653 for CIP 410925 SAFER
• Approved $3,000,000 for CIP 712425 Feasibility Study - Impact of Raising Level of Lake Massabesic One Foot
• Approved adjusting CIP 510525 Fun in the Sun budget lines
• Approved extensions and contract amendments for public health grants

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic will address traffic restrictions on N Hampshire Lane and Bennington Road, and consider an ordinance amendment regarding Syringe Service Programs.

• Traffic restrictions on N Hampshire Lane (NO PARKING ANYTIME)
• Traffic restrictions on Bennington Road (COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC PROHIBITED)
• Rescind traffic restrictions on Bennington Road (ORD 6650)
• Ordinance amendment regarding Syringe Service Programs
• Public hearing on proposed ordinance amendment

The committee approved traffic orders for one-way, no parking, and commercial vehicle restrictions, and approved a proposed ordinance amendment regulating Syringe Service Programs, referring it for technical review. The amendment requires syringe exchange, registration with the city, and prohibits safe injection sites, among other provisions.

• Approved traffic orders for one-way, no parking, and commercial vehicle restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved and referred Syringe Service Programs ordinance amendment to Committee on Bills on Second Reading (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance will meet to consider two policy updates. The body will review a proposed Policy Against Harassment and Reporting Procedures and revisions to the Business Expense, Travel and Proper Use of City Resources Policy.

• Proposed Policy Against Harassment and Reporting Procedures
• Proposed revisions to the Business Expense, Travel and Proper Use of City Resources Policy
• HR reports including Position Summary and Vacancy Requisition Requests

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance reviewed several informational reports and approved two updated city policies. The board accepted a new Policy Against Harassment and Reporting Procedures, as well as revisions to the Business Expense, Travel and Proper Use of City Resources Policy.

• Approved Policy Against Harassment and Reporting Procedures
• Approved revisions to Business Expense, Travel and Proper Use of City Resources Policy

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen will vote on a $400,000 transfer for the CIP 610625 project at 80 Merrimack Street (Residence at Chestnut Phase II). The meeting also includes approval of multiple Community Improvement Program resolutions funding health, safety, and substance‑abuse initiatives, and several board nominations and confirmations.

• Transfer and expenditure of $400,000 for CIP 610625 at 80 Merrimack Street
• Approval of $60,000 for School Based Dental Program – Medicaid (CIP 211425)
• Approval of $45,000 for Oral Health Program (CIP 212124)
• Approval of $375,000 for Substance Abuse Reduction Initiative (CIP 410625)
• Approval of $50,000 for Project Safe Neighborhood – NICS 2025 (CIP 410725)

The Board voted to suspend the rules and ordain an amended ordinance regulating syringe service programs (SSPs) and needle disposal, requiring SSPs to register with the Manchester Health Department within 30 days of state registration. The ordinance mandates an exchange but not a one-to-one ratio, and includes fines for non-compliance. The vote was 12-2, with Aldermen Terrio and T. Sapienza opposed.

• Adopted amended SSP ordinance requiring registration with city Health Dept (12-2)
• Approved $3,735,653 for CIP 410925 SAFER
• Approved $3,000,000 for Lake Massabesic level feasibility study
• Approved $100,000 for Cemetery Brook Tunnel Project
• Approved $60,000 for School Based Dental Program-Medicaid
• Approved $375,000 for Substance Abuse Reduction Initiative
• Authorized Mayor to sign LOI with United Therapeutics for Hackett Hill parcels (1 opposed)
• Reappointed Robert Lord to Library Board of Trustees

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen Committee on Finance will consider amending the FY2025 Community Improvement Program to authorize appropriations for various health, safety, and community projects. The items include funding for a school-based dental program, substance abuse reduction, and highway safety grants.

• Amending FY2025 CIP to appropriate $60,000 for School Based Dental Program
• Amending FY2025 CIP to appropriate $375,000 for Substance Abuse Reduction Initiative
• Amending FY2025 CIP to appropriate $50,000 for Project Safe Neighborhood - NICS 2025
• Amending FY2025 CIP to appropriate $38,300 for Highway Safety Grant
• Amending FY2022 CIP to appropriate $7,899.79 for ARPA Community Event Grants

The Committee on Finance approved six resolutions amending the Community Improvement Program (CIP) to appropriate funds for dental, oral health, substance abuse, public safety, and highway safety programs, totaling $576,199.79. The committee also approved the related CIP budget authorizations, subject to final adoption of the resolutions.

• Approved $60,000 for FY2025 CIP 211425 School Based Dental Program - Medicaid
• Approved $45,000 for FY2024 CIP 212124 Oral Health Program
• Approved $375,000 for FY2025 CIP 410625 Substance Abuse Reduction Initiative
• Approved $50,000 for FY2025 CIP 410725 Project Safe Neighborhood - NICS 2025
• Approved $38,300 for FY2025 CIP 410825 Highway Safety Grant
• Approved $7,899.79 for FY2022 CIP 811122 ARPA - Community Event and Activation Grants
• Approved CIP budget authorizations subject to final adoption of related resolutions

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will receive a presentation and financial report from LeftField regarding the School District Priority One Project. The committee may vote to submit the August 2024 report to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and the Board of School Committee.

• Presentation from LeftField on the School District Priority One Project
• August 2024 monthly status and financial report from LeftField

The Committee on Joint School Buildings received a progress update from LeftField on the School District Priority One Project, covering modular classroom completion, design progress for middle schools and Beech Elementary, and budget/invoicing. The committee voted to accept the monthly status and financial report for August 2024 and submit it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and Board of School Committee for informational purposes. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-based.

• Accepted August 2024 monthly status and financial report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue is meeting to receive updates on the City's Revolving Loan Fund. Members will review Finance Department reports on receivables and the unaudited monthly financial report for the first month of FY25.

• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Accounts Receivable over 90 days report
• Aging Report
• Outstanding Receivables report
• Unaudited Monthly Financial Report for the first month of FY25

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration accepted reports on the Revolving Loan Fund, accounts receivable, and the city's monthly financial report. Members discussed late payments, including a $1 million federal grant delay for the airport and a $500,000 school chargeback timing issue, but took no formal action beyond accepting the reports.

• Accepted Revolving Loan Fund update report (unanimous)
• Accepted accounts receivable and aging reports (unanimous)
• Accepted monthly financial report for FY25 first month (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen’s Committee on Community Improvement meets to decide on six new budget authorizations totaling $576,199.79 for local programs, plus a request to extend an airport air service grant to 2027.

• $45,000 for CIP 212124 Oral Health Program
• $7,899.79 for CIP 811122-ARPA Community Event and Activation Grant
• $60,000 for CIP 211425 School Based Dental Program-Medicaid
• $375,000 for CIP 410625 Substance Abuse Reduction Initiative
• $50,000 for CIP 410725 Project Safe Neighborhood NICS-2025

The Committee on Community Improvement approved six budget authorizations totaling about $576,200 for programs including oral health, school-based dental care, substance abuse reduction, and public safety grants. It also approved an extension for the airport air service development project to June 2027. All votes were unanimous among the four aldermen present.

• Approved $45,000 for Oral Health Program (CIP 212124)
• Approved $7,899.79 for Community Event and Activation Grant (CIP 811122-ARPA), with $15,936 total to be split between Mill on Green Condominium Association and Safari Youth Club
• Approved $60,000 for School Based Dental Program-Medicaid (CIP 211425)
• Approved $375,000 for Substance Abuse Reduction Initiative (CIP 410625)
• Approved $50,000 for Project Safe Neighborhood NICS-2025 (CIP 410725)
• Approved $38,300 for Highway Safety Grant (CIP 410825)
• Approved extension of CIP 712423 Air Service Development to June 30, 2027

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance is meeting to review departmental reports and a change in staff complement. The committee will also be informed of a new Employee Assistance Program provider.

• Request to add one part-time Administrative Assistant II (Grade 13)
• Request to un-fund one part-time Administrative Assistant I (Grade 12)
• Selection of KGA, Inc. as the new Employee Assistance Program provider effective February 1, 2025

The Human Resources/Insurance Committee voted to approve a staffing change requested by the HR Director: adding one part-time Administrative Assistant II (Grade 13) and un-funding one part-time Administrative Assistant I (Grade 12). The change supports the implementation of a new recruitment platform. The committee also received reports and was informed of the selection of KGA, Inc. as the city's new Employee Assistance Program provider effective February 1, 2025.

• Approved adding one part-time Administrative Assistant II, Grade 13 (unanimous)
• Approved un-funding one part-time Administrative Assistant I, Grade 12 (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading will review two ordinance amendments. One amendment proposes changes to Section 70.57(B) regarding parking lot rates for the Myrna Lot. The second amendment, previously tabled on June 4, seeks to increase the permitted number of units per lot from three to four in multi‑family districts, lower parking and landscaping requirements, and eliminate the conditional use permit for accessory dwelling units.

• Ordinance amendment to Section 70.57(B) Parking Lot Rates for Myrna Lot
• Ordinance amendment to Zoning Ordinance Chapter 155 to increase units per lot and reduce parking, landscaping, and setback requirements
• Potential motion to refer the parking rate amendment to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading voted to advance an ordinance amendment adjusting parking lot rates for the Myrna Lot, referring it to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment & Revenue Administration. A previously tabled zoning ordinance amendment regarding multifamily housing remained on the table. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Advanced ordinance amendment to Section 70.57(B) parking lot rates for Myrna Lot to Committee on Accounts, Enrollment & Revenue Administration
• Tabled zoning ordinance amendment (multi-family units, parking, landscaping, ADUs) remained on table

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will discuss honoring Inspector William Moher and review a proposal to remove wooden posts and install a sign at Gill Stadium. The meeting also includes a request to approve an encroachment agreement at 351 Chestnut Street.

• Request to approve encroachment agreement at 351 Chestnut Street
• Discussion on honoring Inspector William Moher, who died in 1921
• Proposal to remove wooden posts and install sign at Gill Stadium
• Review of tabled items from previous meetings

The committee approved an encroachment agreement for 351 Chestnut Street, allowing a private party to use city right-of-way. A proposal to honor fallen officer Inspector William Moher was tabled pending further recommendations. A previously tabled item about Gill Stadium signs was removed from the table and filed.

• Approved encroachment agreement at 351 Chestnut Street
• Tabled proposal to honor Inspector William Moher
• Removed from table and filed Gill Stadium sign request

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing. The body will hear testimony regarding a Community Revitalization Tax Relief Incentive Application for the property at 1138 Elm Street.

• Public hearing on Community Revitalization Tax Relief Incentive Application for 1138 Elm Street

The Board held a public hearing on a Community Revitalization Tax Relief Incentive application for 1138 Elm Street, proposed to convert an office building into 36 apartments (14 workforce/voucher, 22 market-rate). No vote was taken at this special meeting; the item was scheduled for regular business later that evening. The applicant requested a seven-year tax relief period, but several aldermen expressed support for only five years.

• Public hearing held on 79-E tax relief application for 1138 Elm Street
• No vote taken; item deferred to regular business agenda

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will approve two Community Improvement Program fund transfers: $163,000 for a gunshot detection system and $400,000 for the 80 Merrimack Street Residence at Chestnut Phase II. It will adopt ordinance amendments to increase election‑official salaries and to add prequalification requirements for construction bidders. The Board will also approve several traffic regulation changes on Grove Street, Cohas Avenue, Belmont Street, and other locations. Additional personnel requests for the Airport and Police departments will be authorized.

• Transfer $163,000 to CIP 410325 – Gunshot Detection (Police)
• Transfer $400,000 to CIP 610625 – 80 Merrimack St. Residence at Chestnut Phase II
• Ordinance amendment to gradually increase salary of certain election officials over two fiscal years
• Traffic regulation changes: one‑way on Grove St., crosswalk on Cohas Ave., no‑parking zones on Belmont St. and other streets
• Add two Airport Supervisor‑Terminal positions, one Computer Systems Specialist I, two Accountant I positions, and one Grants Coordinator‑Police position

The Board voted unanimously to express 100% confidence in Police Chief Allen Aldenberg after residents demanded his removal over an alleged incident involving officers taunting a homeless man. The Board also approved several routine items, including a $163,000 transfer for gunshot detection, a $400,000 transfer for a housing project (later tabled), and a $25,000 transfer for mosquito spraying. A proposal to increase alderman salaries and eliminate health benefits failed.

• Voted 100% confidence in Police Chief Allen Aldenberg (unanimous)
• Approved $163,000 transfer for gunshot detection (unanimous)
• Tabled $400,000 transfer for 80 Merrimack St. housing project
• Approved $25,000 transfer for mosquito spraying (unanimous)
• Denied proposal to increase alderman salary to $8,500 and eliminate health benefits (5-9)
• Approved 7-year tax relief for 1138 Elm St. with 10-year affordable housing requirement
• Approved demolition of hazardous building at 311 Spruce St.
• Approved traffic regulation changes on Reservoir Ave. (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Finance is meeting to review resolutions for funding transfers and budget authorizations. The body will discuss amending the Community Improvement Program for specific police and residential projects.

• Resolution for $163,000 for FY2025 CIP 410325 - Gunshot Detection (Police)
• Resolution for $400,000 for FY2025 CIP 610625 80 Merrimack St. (Residence at Chestnut Phase II)
• Budget authorizations for Airside and Terminal & Building Improvements
• Budget authorizations for School Parking Lot Rehabilitation and Rail Train Maintenance
• Budget authorizations for Planning Study and Zoning Ordinances

The Finance Committee voted to approve a resolution transferring $163,000 for the FY2025 gunshot detection project (CIP 410325) and to recommend it for enrollment. It also approved 13 CIP budget authorizations, subject to final adoption of related resolutions. The meeting was procedural and adjourned without further business.

• Approved resolution to transfer $163,000 for FY2025 CIP 410325 Gunshot Detection (Police) (unanimous)
• Approved 13 CIP budget authorizations, including Crime Analysts, Police Shotspotter, Kelley Falls Redevelopment, and School Parking Lot Rehabilitation (unanimous)

General

The Board of Registrars will consider three items: updating the voter checklist, approving deputy registrars for the September 10 primary, and appointing a temporary moderator for Ward 3 and Ward 11. Each item requires a vote before the meeting adjourns. No other business is listed.

• Accept voter checklist additions, deletions, and changes (June 15 – Aug 30, 2024)
• Approve list of Deputy Registrars for the Sep 10, 2024 State Primary Election
• Appointment of a Pro-Tem Moderator for Ward 3 and Ward 11

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The joint committee hears a presentation on the School District Priority One Project and receives a monthly financial report for July 2024. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Presentation on School District Priority One Project by LeftField
• Monthly status and financial report for July 2024 by LeftField

The committee received a status update on the Priority One school construction project, confirming that modular classrooms at all schools will be ready for teacher move-in by August 26 and for student occupancy by the start of school. The committee voted to accept the July 2024 monthly status and financial report for informational purposes. No other formal decisions were made.

• Accepted July 2024 monthly status and financial report (unanimous)
• Confirmed modulars ready for teacher move-in by Aug 26 and occupancy by end of August

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Lands & Buildings is meeting to review requests regarding city property and naming. The body will consider a street renaming and an easement deed amendment, alongside two previously tabled items.

• Request to rename a portion of Grove Street to Samantha Plantin Way
• Proposed amendment to an easement deed for 800 Harvey Road
• Proposal for a mural on a bridge pillar beneath the Bridge Street Bridge near 500 Commercial Street
• Request to remove wooden posts and signs in the Gill/JFK area and install a new sign at Gill Stadium

The committee approved renaming a portion of Grove Street to Samantha Plantin Lane, as amended from 'Way' per DPW recommendation. It also approved an easement amendment for 800 Harvey Road and removed a mural proposal from the table, approving it with one opposition vote. A proposal for Gill Stadium signage remained tabled.

• Approved renaming Grove Street portion to Samantha Plantin Lane (unanimous)
• Approved easement amendment for 800 Harvey Road (unanimous)
• Removed mural proposal from table and approved it (opposed by Chairman Levasseur)
• Tabled item on Gill Stadium signage remained on table

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic is discussing parking and traffic flow modifications. Key items include implementing a new traffic pattern on Reservoir Avenue and approving temporary parking restrictions for community events.

• Request from St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral for traffic cones and no-parking signs for Glendi event (Sept 13–15)
• Proposed one-way traffic on Reservoir Avenue westbound from Circular Drive to 190 feet east of Belmont Street
• Proposed one-way traffic on Grove Street eastbound from Elm Street to Willow Street
• Proposed new crosswalks on Cohas Avenue and East Industrial Park Drive
• Request from Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to use the Arms Lot (Oct 3–5)

The committee voted to let the Parking Division approve public requests for use of the Arms Lot without prior committee approval, with denials appealable to the committee. It also approved the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral's request for traffic cones and parking signs for its Glendi event, and approved traffic changes on Reservoir Avenue and other streets.

• Approved St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral's request for 60 traffic cones and parking signage for Glendi event (unanimous)
• Approved traffic agenda items including one-way on Grove Street, crosswalks, no parking zones, and rescinding a loading zone (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance changes for Reservoir Avenue traffic pattern including one-way, no parking, and rescinding prior orders (unanimous)
• Approved Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation's use of Arms Lot for walk on Oct 3-5 (unanimous)
• Authorized Parking Division to approve Arms Lot requests internally without prior committee approval (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen’s Finance Committee will consider six resolutions to amend the city’s Community Improvement Program (CIP) and authorize related budget transfers totaling $3,875,593.03. The funds would cover dam safety repairs, opioid litigation settlement spending, overdose prevention grants, demolition of a property at 351 Chestnut Street, affordable housing at 50 Newbury Road, and downtown sidewalk and traffic-signal upgrades.

• $45,000 for Dorrs Pond Dam Safety Repair (FY2022 CIP 510222)
• $381,266.03 for Opioid Litigation Settlement Trust (FY2023 CIP 211723)
• $153,327 for Overdose Prevention Grant (FY2025 CIP 211325)
• $500,000 for 351 Chestnut Street InvestNH Demolition Grant (FY2025 CIP 610425)
• $200,000 for 50 Newbury Road Affordable Housing Program (FY2025 CIP 610525)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved seven resolutions amending the Community Improvement Program, appropriating a total of $4,004,593.03 for projects including dam safety, opioid settlement, overdose prevention, demolition, affordable housing, and downtown infrastructure. They also approved ten CIP budget authorizations, subject to final adoption of related resolutions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $45,000 for Dorrs Pond Dam Safety Repair
• Approved $381,266.03 for Opioid Litigation Settlement Trust
• Approved $153,327 for Overdose Prevention Grant
• Approved $500,000 for 351 Chestnut Street InvestNH Demolition Grant
• Approved $200,000 for 50 Newbury Road Affordable Housing Program
• Approved $850,000 for Downtown Signals - CDS/HUD Grant
• Approved $1,875,000 for Downtown Sidewalks - CDS/FHWA Grant
• Approved 10 CIP budget authorizations subject to final adoption of related resolutions

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will meet for a special session. The primary agenda item is a request to enter a non-public session to discuss emergency functions and safety preparations.

• Non-public session regarding emergency functions and safety preparations pursuant to RSA 91-A:3, II(i)

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter a non-public session under RSA 91-A:3, II(i) to discuss emergency functions and training related to thwarting deliberate acts causing widespread damage or loss of life. After the session, the board voted to seal the minutes and adjourn. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Entered non-public session for emergency preparedness (unanimous)
• Sealed minutes and adjourned (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen’s Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue meets to receive updates on the city’s Revolving Loan Fund and finance department reports, including accounts receivable over 90 days. The committee also considers two proposed ordinance amendments: one to adjust salaries for election officials over two fiscal years and another to add prequalification requirements for bidders on city construction contracts.

• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Accounts Receivable over 90 days report reviewed
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 30.09 Salary of Officers (election officials)
• Ordinance to amend Section 39.08 Prequalification of Bidders (construction contracts)

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration accepted reports on the Revolving Loan Fund and Finance Department receivables, noting Loan #12 is behind but on a payment plan. It voted to recommend two ordinance amendments: one gradually increasing election official salaries over two fiscal years, and another adding requirements for prequalification of bidders for city construction contracts. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted Revolving Loan Fund report (unanimous)
• Accepted Finance Department receivables reports (unanimous)
• Recommended ordinance to increase election official salaries over two fiscal years (unanimous)
• Recommended ordinance to add bidder prequalification requirements for construction contracts (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen’s Community Improvement Committee reviewed quarterly ARPA spending and several capital-improvement-project (CIP) adjustments. Five items required votes: two new fund transfers totaling $563,000, four project-extension requests, and multiple line-item reallocations. No ordinance changes or rezonings were on the agenda.

• $163,000 transfer for Gunshot Detection system (CIP 410325)
• $400,000 transfer for 80 Merrimack Street Residence at Chestnut Phase II (CIP 610625)
• Extend Crime Analysts project end date to 12/31/2026 (CIP 410224)
• Extend Airside & Terminal Building Improvements to 6/30/2025 (CIP 710622, 710822)
• Authorize state reimbursement for Fire Department trench & confined-space rescue training

The Committee on Community Improvement approved multiple capital improvement project (CIP) actions, including a $163,000 transfer for gunshot detection, a $400,000 transfer for the Residence at Chestnut Phase II, and several project extensions and line-item adjustments. All motions passed unanimously. The committee also discussed ARPA fund expenditures and authorized the DPW to execute construction agreements with CSX.

• Approved $163,000 transfer for CIP 410325 Gunshot Detection (Police)
• Approved $400,000 transfer for CIP 610625 80 Merrimack Street (Residence at Chestnut Phase II)
• Approved extension of CIP 410224 Crime Analysts to 12/31/2026
• Approved extensions for CIP 710622 Airside Improvements and 710822 Terminal & Building Improvements to 6/30/2025
• Approved CIP project number changes for School Parking Lot Rehabilitation and Rail Trail Maintenance
• Approved line item adjustments to CIP 810820 Planning Study, Zoning Ordinances
• Approved various CIP project extensions
• Approved line item adjustments to CIP 411323 2021 Swift Water Grant

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance is reviewing requests to add and eliminate staff positions for the Police Department and Airport. The body is also considering an ordinance to change the compensation and benefits for the Board of Aldermen.

• Proposed increase of Board of Aldermen annual salary and stipend from $5,000 to $8,500
• Proposed elimination of all health and dental insurance benefits for Board of Aldermen effective January 6, 2026
• Request to add two Airport Supervisor, one Computer Systems Specialist I, and two Accountant I positions
• Request to add one Grants Coordinator and one Police Quartermaster position
• Request to eliminate one vacant Police Records Specialist I position

The committee approved adding five airport positions and a police grants coordinator, and received and filed a proposal to raise alderman salaries while cutting benefits. A police quartermaster request was withdrawn.

• Approved adding 2 Airport Supervisor, 1 Computer Systems Specialist I, and 2 Accountant I positions
• Approved adding 1 Grants Coordinator - Police position and updated class specification
• Received and filed proposal to increase alderman salary to $8,500 and eliminate health/dental benefits (Chairman Sapienza opposed)
• Withdrew request to eliminate Police Records Specialist I and add Police Quartermaster position

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen discussed and approved multiple Community Improvement Program (CIP) funding transfers totaling nearly $3.9 million for infrastructure, housing, and public health initiatives. They also received presentations on capital improvements at SNHU Arena and a new community resource portal, while setting a new $1/hour parking rate for the Myrna Lot.

• $45,000 for Dorrs Pond Dam Safety Repair (CIP 510222)
• $381,266.03 for Opioid Litigation Settlement Trust (CIP 211723)
• $153,327 for Overdose Prevention Grant (CIP 211325)
• $500,000 for 351 Chestnut Street InvestNH Demolition Grant (CIP 610425)
• $200,000 for 50 Newbury Road Affordable Housing Program (CIP 610525)

The Board approved a $200,000 expenditure from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund for the 50 Newbury Road Affordable Housing Program, which will create eight affordable housing units. The Board also referred a $3.6 million capital improvement request for the SNHU Arena to the Special Committee on Riverfront/Civic Center. A motion to vacate the Chair failed on a roll call vote.

• Approved $200,000 for 50 Newbury Road Affordable Housing Program (unanimous)
• Referred $3.6M SNHU Arena capital improvements to Special Committee (O'Neil opposed)
• Approved $153,327 for Overdose Prevention Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $381,266.03 for Opioid Litigation Settlement Trust (unanimous)
• Approved DPW overtime request for trail/trash cleanup (unanimous)
• Approved $500 from CEAG ARPA funds for We Are One Festival (unanimous)
• Approved Anthem presentation on CMC/HCA deal (unanimous roll call)
• Motion to vacate the Chair failed (roll call)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will receive a presentation regarding the progress of the School District Priority One Project. The committee will also review the monthly status and financial report for June 2024 submitted by LeftField.

• Presentation from LeftField regarding the School District Priority One Project
• June 2024 monthly status and financial report from LeftField

The Committee on Joint School Buildings received a progress update on modular units and school renovations. The committee voted to accept the June 2024 monthly status and financial report for informational purposes.

• Accepted June 2024 monthly status and financial report

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue will discuss insurance and the City's Revolving Loan Fund. The committee will also review financial reports regarding accounts receivable and potential fund releases for arts projects.

• $13,500 for mural artwork at 160 Lake Avenue
• $6,000 for a summer internship program at Ray Cross Field
• Discussion of CGL insurance with Risk Manager Kevin O'Neil
• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Review of Accounts Receivable and Aging Reports

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration approved $15,000 for a mural at 160 Lake Avenue on private property. It also approved $6,000 for a summer internship mural program at Ray Cross Field, contingent on final approval from Parks & Recreation. A request to table the internship funds was overridden by a motion to approve with conditions.

• Approved $15,000 for mural at 160 Lake Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 for internship mural program contingent on Parks & Recreation approval (unanimous)
• Accepted Revolving Loan Fund update report (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Department receivables reports (unanimous)
• Received and filed CGL insurance correspondence (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement is reviewing nine resolutions to amend the city budget and authorize fund transfers for capital improvement projects. These actions would allocate grant money toward downtown sidewalk construction, traffic signal upgrades, affordable housing demolition, dam repairs, and overdose prevention programs. Approving these transfers funds infrastructure maintenance and public safety initiatives that directly serve city neighborhoods.

• $1,875,000 transfer for Downtown Sidewalks (CDS/FHWA Grant)
• $850,000 acceptance for Downtown Signals (CDS/HUD Grant)
• $500,000 acceptance for 351 Chestnut Street InvestNH Demolition Grant
• $200,000 acceptance for 50 Newbury Road Affordable Housing Program
• $45,000 transfer for Dorrs Pond Dam Safety Repair

The Committee on Community Improvement voted to approve nine budget authorizations totaling about $4.7 million, covering opioid settlement funds, overdose prevention, ARPA park enforcement, dam repair, demolition, affordable housing, and downtown signal and sidewalk projects. All items passed by voice vote with no recorded opposition. The largest single item was $1,875,000 for downtown sidewalks funded through a CDS/FHWA grant.

• Approved $153,327 transfer for CIP 211325 Overdose Prevention Grant
• Approved $381,266.03 acceptance for CIP 211723 Opioid Litigation Settlement Trust
• Approved $500,000 transfer for CIP 410525 ARPA - Park Enforcement
• Approved $45,000 transfer for CIP 510222 Dorrs Pond Dam Safety Repair
• Approved $500,000 acceptance for CIP 610425 351 Chestnut Street InvestNH Demolition Grant
• Approved $200,000 acceptance for CIP 610525 50 Newbury Road Affordable Housing Program
• Approved $850,000 acceptance for CIP 712225 Downtown Signals - CDS/HUD Grant
• Approved $1,875,000 transfer for CIP 712325 Downtown Sidewalks - CDS/FHWA Grant

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee will review several traffic control requests including stop signs, crosswalks, and no-parking zones. Additionally, the Parking Manager has requested a standard hourly rate for the Myrna Lot.

• Stop sign at Blackstone Street and Overland Street
• Crosswalk on North Street, west of Ash Street
• No parking anytime on Chestnut Street (Harrison St to Prospect St) and Merrow Street
• Rescind no parking on Chestnut Street and Merrow Street
• Proposed $1.00 per hour rate for the Myrna Lot

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic approved a traffic agenda that includes a stop sign, crosswalk, no-parking changes, and a 'Slow Children' sign on Belmont Street. The motion carried with Aldermen Barry and Goonan opposed. The committee also approved a request to set the Myrna Lot parking rate at $1.00 per hour and directed the Parking Division to draft an ordinance amendment for technical review.

• Approved traffic agenda including stop sign, crosswalk, no-parking changes, and 'Slow Children' sign (carried; Barry and Goonan opposed)
• Approved Myrna Lot parking rate at $1.00 per hour and directed Parking Division to draft ordinance amendment

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance will review reports from the HR Director and consider staffing adjustments for the Tax Collector's department. The meeting includes a request to update the job classification for the Security Manager position.

• Update to the Security Manager job classification
• Addition of one Senior Administrative Services Manager (grade 18)
• Removal of one Administrative Services Manager (grade 16)

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance approved an update to the Security Manager job classification. The committee also approved a staffing change in the Tax Collector's department to replace one position with a higher-grade role.

• Approved update to Security Manager job classification
• Approved adding one Senior Administrative Services Manager position (grade 18) (Tax Collector's department)
• Approved removing one Administrative Services Manager position (grade 16) (Tax Collector's department)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Lands & Buildings will review several requests regarding city-owned property and infrastructure. Items include a potential direct sale of 581 Bridge Street and new solar net metering agreements for the Water Works.

• Direct sale of 581 Bridge Street to the Roman Catholic Bishop of Manchester
• Two Slope Easement Agreements with NH Department of Transportation near Lake Massabesic
• Solar Net Metering Program Agreements with Freedom Logistics, LLC and Chestnut County Solar LLC
• Mural proposal for a bridge pillar near 500 Commercial Street
• Removal of wooden posts and signs in the Gill/JFK area

The Committee on Lands & Buildings approved two slope easement agreements for a culvert replacement and two solar net metering agreements. A request to sell city property at 581 Bridge Street was received and filed, and a mural proposal was tabled.

• Authorized Tax Collector and Solicitor to accept second highest bids for June 8 city property auctions
• Request to sell 581 Bridge Street to Roman Catholic Bishop of Manchester received and filed
• Approved two Slope Easement Agreements with NH DOT for Lake Massabesic culvert replacement
• Approved Solar Net Metering Program Agreements with Freedom Logistics, LLC and Chestnut County Solar LLC
• Tabled mural proposal for Bridge Street Bridge pillar
• Maintained tabling of Gill/JFK area signage request

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading will consider amendments regarding election official salaries and bidder prequalification requirements for city construction contracts. The committee will also address a previously tabled zoning ordinance amendment.

• Salary increase for certain election officials over two fiscal years
• New requirements for the prequalification of bidders for City construction contracts
• Zoning amendments regarding multi-family units, parking, and landscaping (tabled item)

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading approved two ordinance amendments for referral to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment & Revenue Administration. These amendments address salary increases for election officials and new requirements for construction bidders. A proposed zoning amendment regarding multi-family units and parking requirements remained tabled from a previous meeting.

• Ordinance amendment on election official salaries voted to pass and refer
• Ordinance amendment on construction bidder prequalification voted to pass and refer
• Zoning amendment on multi-family units and parking remained tabled
• Meeting adjourned on motion of Alderman Levasseur

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing multiple budget amendments and bond authorizations for city projects. These include funding for infrastructure, public safety, parks, and environmental protection.

• $117,500,000 bond for Environmental Protection Division capital projects
• $5,000,000 transfer for CMOM Study, Design & Construction-Sewer Bond
• $3,000,000 bond for FY25 Roadway Program
• $3,000,000 bond for FY25 Deferred Maintenance Program
• $2,277,742 grant for USDA Urban Forestry

The Board voted 13-1 to amend Ordinance 130.13, repealing the enforcement subsection for camping in public spaces, though fines remain possible. The Board also approved a $117.5 million bond authorization for environmental infrastructure and a $500,000 transfer from Parks & Recreation to Police for park enforcement. Additionally, the Board confirmed Michael Hurley as Chair of the Board of Assessors and approved a 12-month pilot program for downtown street cleaning.

• Amended Ordinance 130.13 to repeal camping enforcement subsection (13-1 vote)
• Approved $117.5M bond for Environmental Protection Division capital projects
• Approved $500,000 transfer from Parks & Rec to Police for park enforcement (12-1 vote)
• Confirmed Michael Hurley as Chair of the Board of Assessors
• Approved $532,301.52 for 12-month downtown cleaning pilot program
• Approved $3.95M bond for MUNIS ERP Financial System
• Approved $2.27M for USDA Urban Forestry Grant
• Approved $5M transfer for CMOM Study and Sewer Bond

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Finance is reviewing multiple resolutions to amend the Community Improvement Program and authorize various bonds. These items include funding for public works, police equipment, park maintenance, and environmental infrastructure.

• $117,500,000 bond for Environmental Protection Division capital projects
• $3,000,000 bond for the FY25 Roadway Program
• $3,300,000 bond for the FY25 Deferred Maintenance Program
• $3,000,000 bond for Motorized Equipment Replacement
• $5,000,000 transfer for CMOM Study, Design & Construction-Sewer Bond

The Committee on Finance voted to enroll a series of FY2024 and FY2025 Community Improvement Program resolutions appropriating funds for parking, police technology, street and sidewalk work, and other projects. It also advanced bond resolutions totaling roughly $140 million, the largest being $117.5 million for Environmental Protection Division capital projects including combined sewer overflow mitigation and wastewater treatment plant upgrades. The committee approved the full list of CIP budget authorizations, subject to final adoption of the related resolutions. No individual vote tallies were recorded; all items passed by voice vote on motions by Alderman Long.

• Voted to enroll FY2025 CIP resolutions appropriating $250,200 for parking, police Fusus/ShotSpotter and general assistance
• Voted to enroll FY2024 CIP resolutions including $2,277,742 for USDA Urban Forestry Grant and $403,748.02 for Compensation
• Voted to enroll FY2022-FY2024 CIP resolutions including $5,000,000 for CMOM sewer study/design/construction
• Advanced bond resolutions totaling about $140M, including $117,500,000 for EPD capital projects (CSO mitigation, wastewater plant upgrades)
• Advanced $3,952,753 bond for MUNIS ERP Financial System and $3,300,000 for FY25 Deferred Maintenance Program
• Approved all listed CIP budget authorizations, subject to final adoption of related resolutions
• Waived reading by titles only for resolutions and bond resolutions
• Adjourned with no further business

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen met for a special meeting to address the FY25 budget. The primary item is a motion regarding the Budget Resolution for raising monies and making appropriations. No other business can be presented during this special meeting.

• Budget Resolution: $185,401,207 for Fiscal Year 2025

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved the FY25 city budget, amending the appropriation from $185,401,207 to $185,760,157. It also approved two transfers: $403,748.02 from the employee compensation study to the city's overlay account, and $1,532,000 of surplus to reduce the FY25 tax rate. The minutes record that the tax rate drops from 3.86% to 3.43%, and the meeting then adjourned.

• Approved transfer of $403,748.02 from CIP 810924 Employee Compensation Study to the city's overlay account (unanimous, none opposed)
• Approved transferring $1,532,000 in surplus to reduce the FY25 tax rate (unanimous, none opposed)
• Amended FY25 appropriations from $185,401,207 to $185,760,157 (carried; recorded as 'with Aldermen Levasseur, E. Sapienza, Morgan and Kantor')
• Adjourned the special meeting (motion carried)

General

The Board of Registrars will meet to review and accept updates to the voter checklist. These updates include additions, deletions, and changes recorded between June 5, 2024, and June 14, 2024.

• Acceptance of voter checklist additions, deletions, and changes

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will receive a presentation regarding the progress of the School District Priority One Project. The committee will also review the monthly status and financial report from LeftField for May 2024.

• Presentation from LeftField regarding the School District Priority One Project
• May 2024 status and financial report submitted by LeftField

The Committee on Joint School Buildings met on June 11, 2024, and received a progress update from LeftField on the School District Priority One Project, including modular classroom installations at six sites. The committee voted to accept LeftField's May 2024 monthly status and financial report and submit it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and Board of School Committee for informational purposes. The project budget remains $306 million, and modular units are being delivered to the city by the end of June. The committee also discussed security of the modulars and then adjourned; no other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Voted to accept LeftField's May 2024 monthly status and financial report and submit it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and Board of School Committee for informational purposes
• Voted to adjourn

General

The Board of Registrars will meet to review and accept updates to the voter checklist. These updates include additions, deletions, and changes recorded between January 24, 2024, and June 4, 2024.

• Acceptance of voter checklist additions, deletions, and changes

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing proposed updates to the Zoning Ordinance and updated parking rates. The meeting includes discussions on infrastructure grants, sidewalk petitions, and several large-scale budget appropriations for fiscal year 2025.

• Proposed zoning ordinance updates
• Request to allocate $24,150 for a TIF District evaluation
• Ordinance amendment for updated parking rates and citations
• Sidewalk petitions for 11 residential and commercial locations
• Budget resolutions including $227,982,610 for Manchester School District

The Board approved $227,982,610 for the Manchester School District for FY25. They also approved a $24,150 contingency transfer to study a Tax Increment Financing district for the RAISE infrastructure project. The Board passed the Mayor's general fund budget solely so the Mayor could veto it, extending the budget deadline to June 30 to allow for further negotiation on the tax rate.

• Approved $227,982,610 appropriation to Manchester School District (10-4)
• Approved $24,150 contingency transfer for TIF District evaluation (unanimous)
• Approved updated parking rates and citations ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved suicide prevention signage on five city bridges (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to lease agreement for 39 Beech Street shelter (12-1)
• Approved amendment to Professional Services Agreement for 39 Beech Street (unanimous)
• Approved removal of vacant Police Officer position and addition of Police Sergeant (unanimous)
• Vetoed Mayor's general fund budget resolution to extend deadline to June 30

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue will review an amendment to Section 33.081. The proposed change adds a paragraph concerning Preventative Health Care Hours.

• Ordinance amendment to Section 33.081 regarding Preventative Health Care Hours

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration voted that an ordinance amendment adding preventative healthcare (PHC) hours to the city's sick leave policy ought to pass and be enrolled. The change would give permanent city employees, excluding temporary and seasonal workers, one paid day (eight hours for full-time, prorated for part-time) per fiscal year for their own preventative healthcare appointments, effective July 1, 2024. The committee then voted to adjourn. The minutes record no other substantive decisions.

• Voted that the ordinance amendment adding preventative healthcare (PHC) hours to Section 33.081 ought to pass and be enrolled
• Voted to adjourn

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement is reviewing several amending resolutions for fund expenditures and transfers. The agenda also includes requests for project extensions, grant applications, and department administrative changes.

• $117,500,000 bond resolution for Environmental Protection Division capital projects
• $5,000,000 for CMOM Study, Design & Construction - Sewer Bond
• $2,277,742 USDA Urban Forestry Grant
• $532,301.52 for 12-Month Pilot Prog. For Cleaning, Maint. Safety & Hospitality Service
• Request to apply for up to $2,000,000 via the SMART grant program

The Committee on Community Improvement approved several budget authorizations for infrastructure, waste management, and forestry. The board authorized $117.5 million in bonds for Environmental Protection Division projects and granted permission to apply for two transportation grants.

• Approved $117.5M in bonds for Environmental Protection Division projects
• Approved $2,277,742 for USDA Urban Forestry Grant
• Approved $5,000,000 for CMOM Study, Design & Construction - Sewer Bond
• Approved $532,301.52 for 12-Month Pilot Prog. For Cleaning, Maintenance, Safety & Hospitality Service
• Approved $250,000 for Commercial Sidewalk 50/50
• Approved permission to apply for up to $2M SMART grant
• Approved permission to apply for Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program grant
• Approved moving five ARPA and homelessness initiatives to the Office of the Mayor

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic will discuss a proposed crosswalk on Goffs Falls Road near the Rail Trail. Fire Chief Ryan Cashin has also submitted a draft Hazard Mitigation Plan for informational purposes.

• Crosswalk proposal: Goffs Falls Road, 900 feet west of Auto Center Road at the Rail Trail
• Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan submitted by Fire Chief Ryan Cashin

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic voted to approve a crosswalk on Goffs Falls Road, 900 feet west of Auto Center Road at the Rail Trail. A draft Hazard Mitigation Plan submitted by Fire Chief Ryan Cashin was provided for information only, with no action required. The committee then voted to adjourn. Alderman Kantor was absent.

• Approved crosswalk on Goffs Falls Road, 900 feet west of Auto Center Road at the Rail Trail
• Received draft Hazard Mitigation Plan from Fire Chief Ryan Cashin for information only; no action required
• Voted to adjourn

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance will review human resources reports provided by the HR Director. The committee will also consider a request from Police Chief Allen Aldenberg to modify the police department's staffing complement.

• Removal of one vacant Police Officer position (grade 19)
• Addition of one Police Sergeant position (grade 22)

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance approved a request from the Chief of Police to change the department's complement. The action removes one vacant Police Officer position to add one Police Sergeant position.

• Approved removal of one vacant Police Officer position, grade 19
• Approved addition of one Police Sergeant position, grade 22

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading is considering an ordinance amendment regarding multi-family zoning. The proposal includes increasing permitted units per lot, reducing parking and landscaping requirements, and removing conditional use permits for accessory dwelling units.

• Increase from three to four units permitted per lot in multi-family districts
• Reduction of parking requirements in R-3, C-1, and RDV Zoning Districts
• Reduction of landscaping requirements and parking setbacks
• Removal of conditional use permit requirement for accessory dwelling units

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading tabled a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. The amendment would have increased permitted units per lot, reduced parking requirements, and removed conditional use permit requirements for accessory dwelling units. The Chairman requested the tabling due to outstanding questions.

• Tabled Ordinance Amendment to Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 155)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems will review a request for bond funding to implement Tyler's ERP Solutions/MUNIS ERP Financial System. Members will also consider an extension of the Comcast cable franchise agreement and approval of the Manchester Development Corporation 2024 Strategic Plan.

• Proposed extension of Comcast cable franchise through October 18, 2030
• Approval of Manchester Development Corporation 2024 Strategic Plan Version 2.0
• $3,952,753 bond funding request for Tyler's ERP Solutions/MUNIS ERP Financial System

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems approved the replacement of outdated software with Tyler's ERP Solutions/MUNIS ERP Financial System. The project includes a bond funding request of $3,952,753 and was referred to the Committee on Finance. The committee also approved a cable franchise extension and a strategic plan update.

• Approved $3,952,753 bond funding for Tyler's ERP Solutions/MUNIS ERP Financial System
• Approved extension of Comcast cable franchise agreement through October 18, 2030
• Approved Manchester Development Corporation 2024 Strategic Plan Version 2.0
• Tabled Conflict of Interest proposal submitted by Alderman Terrio

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee will review a demographic and services report for the 39 Beech Street Shelter and Engagement Center. The committee is also considering amendments to the building lease and the professional services agreement for center operations.

• Demographic and Services Report of the 39 Beech Street Shelter and Engagement Center
• Lease agreement amendment between 39 Beech St LLC and the City of Manchester
• Professional Services Agreement amendment with East Coast Evolution Leadership, LLC

The Special Committee approved an amendment to the lease for the 39 Beech Street Shelter, extending it through November 30 with a $81,000 advance payment. The committee also approved an amendment to the professional services agreement with East Coast Evolution Leadership, LLC, increasing monthly compensation by $1,200 to $72,000. A demographic report on shelter engagement was reviewed for informational purposes only, with no action taken.

• Approved lease amendment for 39 Beech Street through Nov 30 (voice vote, no opposition)
• Approved professional services agreement amendment for East Coast Evolution Leadership (voice vote)
• Reviewed demographic report for 39 Beech Street Shelter (informational only, no action)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue will review updates on the City's Revolving Loan Fund and monthly financial reports. The committee will also consider an ordinance amendment to update city parking rates and citations.

• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Review of Accounts Receivable, Aging, and Outstanding Receivables reports
• Review of the unaudited Monthly Financial Report for the first ten months of fiscal year 2024
• Ordinance amendment to update Sections 70.57 Parking Rates and 70.78 Basic Penalty

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration approved an ordinance to raise hourly parking rates and parking fines. The board also accepted financial reports regarding the city's revolving loan fund, receivables, and monthly financial status.

• Approved ordinance to increase parking rates from $0.75 to $1 per hour
• Approved increase of parking fines from $10 to $15, $20 to $30, and $24 to $36
• Accepted Revolving Loan Fund update
• Accepted Finance Department reports on Accounts Receivable and Aging
• Accepted Monthly Financial Report for first ten months of FY2024

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems will discuss a Review & Release Policy for non-public minutes. The committee will also receive an informational communication regarding the Director of Homelessness Initiatives position that requires no action.

• Review & Release Policy for non-public minutes
• Communication regarding the Director of Homelessness Initiatives position

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems approved a policy regarding the review and release of non-public minutes. The committee also received an informational update on the Director of Homelessness Initiatives position.

• Approved Review & Release Policy for non-public minutes (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board is reviewing committee recommendations for various Community Improvement Program amendments. These include funding allocations for public health preparedness, homeless healthcare, and road construction projects. The agenda also includes updates on city staffing and traffic regulation changes.

• $1,642,325 for FY2024 Homeless Healthcare
• $1,500,000 for road construction from S. Commercial to Elm
• $1,007,731 for Public Health Preparedness
• $5,300,000 for the FY25 Roadway Program
• Traffic regulation changes on Harvard Street, Avon Street, and Kennard Road

The Board voted to continue the city-wide classification and total compensation study, extending the project end date to June 30, 2025. Additionally, the Board approved a pilot program to waive downtown parking fees for veterans in November.

• Approved continuation of compensation study and extended CIP project date to June 30, 2025
• Approved pilot program to waive downtown parking fees for veterans with veteran plates in November
• Approved $5.3M for FY25 Roadway Program and $1M for School Parking Lot Rehabilitation
• Approved $1.5M for road construction from S. Commercial to Elm
• Approved $1.64M for Homeless Healthcare (CIP 213124)
• Approved $1.01M for Public Health Preparedness (CIP 210623)
• Approved exempting department heads from attending meetings unless they have an agenda item or are requested
• Confirmed Marlana Trombley and Elyza Agosta to the Manchester Transit Authority

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Finance is reviewing several resolutions to amend the Community Improvement Program. These actions involve authorizing and appropriating funds for public health, homeless services, road construction, and park mitigation.

• $1,642,325 for FY2024 CIP 213124 Homeless Healthcare
• $1,500,000 for FY2021 CIP 710121 Road Construction: S. Commercial to Elm
• $1,007,731 for FY2023 CIP 210623 Public Health Preparedness
• $631,400 for FY2024 CIP 212524 TB Prevention, 212624 Immunization Grant and 213024 Workforce Development
• $274,758.40 for FY2020 CIP 712720 South Manchester Rail Trail

The Committee on Finance voted to pass several resolutions amending the Community Improvement Program to authorize and appropriate funds for public health, homeless services, and infrastructure. The committee also approved a list of CIP budget authorizations pending the final adoption of related resolutions.

• Approved $1.64M for FY2024 CIP 213124 Homeless Healthcare
• Approved $1.5M for FY2021 CIP 710121 Road Construction: S. Commercial to Elm
• Approved $1.01M for FY2023 CIP 210623 Public Health Preparedness
• Approved $631,400 for FY2024 TB Prevention, Immunization Grant, and Workforce Development
• Approved $274,758.40 for FY2020 CIP 712720 South Manchester Rail Trail
• Approved $184,630.20 for FY2024 CIP 610024 Winter Emergency Shelter
• Approved $182,328.75 for FY2022 CIP 213122 Primary Care Services for the Homeless
• Approved 32 CIP Budget Authorizations subject to final adoption of resolutions

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will review the monthly status and financial report for April 2024 submitted by LeftField. The committee may vote to submit this report to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and the Board of School Committee.

• April 2024 status and financial report from LeftField

The Committee on Joint School Buildings voted unanimously to accept the April 2024 monthly status and financial report from LeftField and submit it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and Board of School Committee for informational purposes. Alderman O'Neil and School Committee Member Soule had left before the vote. The meeting was otherwise a project update on the $306 million Priority I school construction program, covering modular fabrication, sitework, permitting, budget tracking, and community outreach; no other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Accepted the April 2024 LeftField monthly status and financial report and submitted it to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and Board of School Committee for informational purposes (passed unanimously; Alderman O'Neil and School Committee Member Soule left before the vote)
• Voted to adjourn (motion by Alderman Morgan, seconded by School Committee Member Turner)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic will consider several traffic control changes and a request regarding the street sweeping program. Items include proposed parking and stop sign adjustments, a crosswalk rescission, and a change to the traffic pattern on Reservoir Avenue.

• No Parking Anytime: Harvard Street (north side, Rogers Street to 250 feet west)
• Stop Sign: Avon Street at Sylvester Street (southeast corner)
• Rescind Crosswalk: Kennard Road, south of Smyth Road (ORD 2242)
• Formalization of the Street Sweeping program
• Traffic pattern change on Reservoir Avenue from Circular Drive to east of Belmont Street

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic approved three traffic items: no parking on Harvard Street, a stop sign on Avon Street, and rescinding a crosswalk on Kennard Road. It also approved a request to formalize the Street Sweeping program and a traffic pattern change on Reservoir Avenue. All votes were approved by motion and second; no tallies were recorded.

• Approved no parking anytime on Harvard Street, north side, from Rogers Street to a point 250 feet west
• Approved stop sign on Avon Street at Sylvester Street, southeast corner
• Approved rescinding crosswalk on Kennard Road, south of Smyth Road (ORD 2242)
• Approved formalizing the Street Sweeping program
• Approved changing the traffic pattern on Reservoir Avenue, from Circular Drive to a point approximately 150 feet east of Belmont Street

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement will review several budget authorizations for city projects. Items include funding for public health programs, road construction, and park erosion mitigation. The committee will also consider a new sewer abatement policy and property lien subordinations.

• $1,500,000 for Road Construction: S. Commercial to Elm
• $1,642,325 for CIP 213124 Homeless Healthcare
• $1,007,731 for CIP 210623 Public Health Preparedness
• $120,000 for Bass Island Park Erosion Mitigation
• FY25 Roadway Program ($5,300,000) and School Parking Lot Rehabilitation ($1,000,000)

The Committee on Community Improvement approved several public health grants and infrastructure funding requests. The committee denied a request to extend the completion date for a city compensation study and approved a previously tabled funding request for a winter emergency shelter.

• Approved $5.3M FY25 Roadway Program and $1M School Parking Lot Rehabilitation
• Denied extension for CIP 810924 Compensation Study (received and filed)
• Approved $1,007,731 for Public Health Preparedness
• Approved $1,642,325 for Homeless Healthcare
• Approved $184,630 for Winter Emergency Shelter
• Approved $1.5M for road construction from S. Commercial to Elm
• Approved updated sewer abatement policy
• Approved $120,000 for Bass Island Park Erosion Mitigation

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance will review proposed personnel adjustments for the Human Resources and Water Works departments. These requests involve eliminating specific vacant positions and adding new roles with different grades.

• Eliminate one vacant Human Resources Associate position (grade 13)
• Add one Human Resources Generalist position (grade 15)
• Eliminate one vacant Meter Reader II position (grade 12)
• Add two Water Meter Technician positions (grade 14)
• Eliminate one Meter Reader I position following a promotion to Water Meter Technician

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance approved two departmental staffing changes. The Human Resources Department will eliminate one vacant HR Associate position (grade 13) and add one HR Generalist position (grade 15). The Water Works Department will eliminate one vacant Meter Reader II position (grade 12), add two Water Meter Technician positions (grade 14), and eliminate one Meter Reader I position (grade 11) upon promotion of an existing Meter Reader I. Both motions carried with none opposed. The committee also received an update on an ongoing compensation study, with the HR Director stating about $250,000 has been spent so far.

• Approved eliminating one vacant HR Associate position (grade 13) and adding one HR Generalist position (grade 15) (none opposed)
• Approved eliminating one vacant Meter Reader II position (grade 12) and adding two Water Meter Technician positions (grade 14) (none opposed)
• Approved eliminating one Meter Reader I position (grade 11) upon promotion of an existing Meter Reader I (none opposed)
• Voted to adjourn (Burkush/Vincent)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading will consider two ordinance amendments. One pertains to Preventative Health Care Hours, and the other concerns the disposal of certain tax deeded land parcels.

• Ordinance amendment regarding Preventative Health Care Hours
• Ordinance amendment authorizing the disposal of certain tax deeded and other land parcels
• Recommendation to remove Lot 770-23 from the land disposal ordinance due to federal restrictions

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading voted to pass two ordinance amendments and refer them to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration. One amendment concerns preventative health care hours, and the other authorizes the Mayor to dispose of specific land parcels.

• Voted to pass ordinance amendment adding preventative health care hours to Section 33.081
• Voted to pass as amended ordinance authorizing Mayor to dispose of tax deeded and other land parcels

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing several fiscal year 2025 budget resolutions and a proposed zoning ordinance amendment. Discussion items include sidewalk petitions, antenna lease modifications at Hackett Hill, and requests for opioid abatement funding.

• Zoning ordinance amendment to increase permitted units per lot from three to four
• Sidewalk petitions for 17 commercial and residential locations
• Request for $153,327 from Opioid Abatement fund for overdose prevention
• Proposal to reject AT&T antenna lease modifications at Hackett Hill
• Proposal to reject T-Mobile base rate changes at Hackett Hill

The Board voted to dissolve the Department of Housing Stability, moving the homeless coordinator role into the Mayor's Office. The Board also approved a $75,000 loan autonomy threshold for the Manchester Development Corporation and authorized the sale of tax-deeded land.

• Dissolved Department of Housing Stability (passed)
• Approved $75,000 loan autonomy for Manchester Development Corporation (passed)
• Authorized Mayor to dispose of tax-deeded and other land parcels (passed)
• Approved $153,327 from Opioid Abatement fund for overdose prevention (passed)
• Approved Rule 3 amendment regarding public participation and security (passed)
• Approved $2M purchase and sales agreement for Wellington Road property (passed)
• Tabled all FY2025 budget resolutions (passed)
• Rejected AT&T and T-Mobile antenna lease modifications at Hackett Hill (passed)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is holding a special meeting to hear testimony regarding a Community Revitalization Tax Relief Incentive Application for the property at 959 Elm Street. Economic Development Director Jodie Nazaka will present the application, followed by public comments. The board will take all presented testimony under advisement.

• Public hearing for tax relief incentive at 959 Elm Street

The Board held a public hearing regarding a Community Revitalization Tax Relief Incentive (RSA 79-E) application for 959 Elm Street. The proposal involves converting a five-story office building into 36 apartments and three commercial units. No final decision was made during the meeting.

• Voted to take all testimony under advisement and adjourn

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed FY25 municipal budget and Community Improvement Program. The meeting includes presentations of various appropriation resolutions for city departments, funds, and authorities.

• $185,401,207 in total monies raised and appropriated for Fiscal Year 2025
• $227,982,610 appropriated to the Manchester School District
• $40,558,119 appropriated to the Manchester Airport Authority
• $25,255,603 appropriated to the Environmental Protection Division from Sewer User Rental Charges
• $5,819,971 appropriated to the Manchester School Food and Nutrition Services Program

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 municipal budget and Community Improvement Program. The Clerk presented a series of proposed appropriation resolutions, including $227,982,610 for the Manchester School District, $185,401,207 in general appropriations, and amounts for the Parking Fund, sewer, airport, transit, and other programs. Ten residents spoke, mostly about school funding, housing, homelessness, and the tax cap. No votes were taken on the budget; the meeting was adjourned after comments were taken under consideration.

• Held public hearing on FY25 proposed budget and Community Improvement Program; no votes taken
• Adjourned the special meeting (motion by Alderman E. Sapienza, seconded by Alderman Terrio)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is considering several large budget appropriations for fiscal year 2025, including funds for the school district and airport. The agenda also includes resolutions for infrastructure projects like a roundabout and a new garage. Additionally, the Board will review updates to parking rates and police department staffing.

• $35,000,000 appropriation for the Administration Building and Distribution Garage
• $2,029,500 for North River Road/Bicentennial Drive Roundabout
• $227,982,610 appropriation for the Manchester School District
• Ordinance amendment to update parking rates and citations
• Police Department staffing changes to add a Records Specialist position

The Board voted to raise the employee share of health insurance working rates by 10%, after a motion for 7% failed on a roll call vote. The city's contribution would rise to about $2 million, increasing the tax rate to an estimated 4.01%. The Board also approved a five-year 79-E tax relief incentive for 959 Elm Street over one member's opposition, and advanced a list of surplus city parcels to public auction with 100% of proceeds directed to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. Water Works was authorized to move forward with the design phase of its administration building and distribution garage project using on-hand cash, with the $35 million budget authorization removed.

• Raised employee health insurance working rates 10% (motion carried; 7% motion failed on roll call)
• Approved five-year 79-E tax relief incentive for 959 Elm Street (carried; Alderman Fajardo opposed)
• Authorized Water Works to proceed with design phase using on-hand cash; removed $35M budget authorization
• Advanced surplus city parcels to public auction; amended to direct 100% of proceeds to Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• Approved consent agenda including $2,029,500 for North River Road/Bicentennial Drive Roundabout
• Confirmed nominations to Zoning Board, Fire Commission, Planning Board, and other bodies (Alderman T. Sapienza abstained on Planning Board)
• Accepted resignation of Lee Drysdale from Senior Services Commission with regret
• Budget resolutions totaling $185,401,207 for FY2025 laid over

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Finance Committee is reviewing several resolutions to amend the Community Improvement Program and various budget resolutions for Fiscal Year 2025. These items include large-scale appropriations for the Manchester School District, the Manchester Airport Authority, and city infrastructure projects.

• $35,000,000 for Administration Building and Distribution Garage
• $2,029,500 for North River Road/Bicentennial Drive Roundabout (CMAQ)
• $227,982,610 appropriation to the Manchester School District
• $40,558,119 appropriation to the Manchester Airport Authority
• $185,401,207 in total monies raised and appropriated for FY 2025

The Committee on Finance passed several resolutions amending the Community Improvement Program, including funding for a roundabout and emergency shelter. The committee also voted to move several FY2025 budget appropriations forward for layover.

• Approved $2,029,500 for North River Road/Bicentennial Drive Roundabout
• Approved $20,000 for FY2012 CIP 510812 Adopt-A-Site
• Approved $300 for FY2024 CIP 610024 Winter Emergency Shelter
• Approved decreasing FY2022 CIP funds by $550,000 for FY2025 Budget reallocation
• Approved continuation of the Central Business Service District
• Voted that FY2025 budget appropriations, including $227,982,610 for the School District, ought to pass and layover
• Approved CIP Budget Authorizations subject to final adoption of related resolutions

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue will review financial reports regarding receivables and the City's monthly financial status. The committee will also consider an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance regarding unit counts, parking requirements, and accessory dwelling units.

• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Finance Department reports on accounts receivable and aging
• Monthly Financial Report for the first nine months of FY24
• Ordinance to increase permitted units per lot from three to four
• Ordinance to reduce parking requirements in R-3, C-1, and RDV Zoning Districts

The committee referred a proposed zoning ordinance amendment back to the Committee on Bills on Second Reading to address language changes. The committee also accepted several financial reports, including a monthly report showing a projected year-end deficit of $1.2 million.

• Referred zoning ordinance amendment back to Committee on Bills on Second Reading
• Accepted Revolving Loan Fund update
• Accepted Accounts Receivable, Aging, and Outstanding Receivables reports
• Accepted Monthly Financial Report for first nine months of FY24

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Lands & Buildings will review communications regarding AT&T and T-Mobile antenna leases at Hackett Hill. The meeting also includes a request to approve a property sale on Wellington Road and the disposal of several city parcels.

• Hackett Hill Antenna Lease with AT&T
• Hackett Hill Antenna Lease with T-Mobile
• Purchase & Sales Agreement for property on Wellington Road
• Disposal of city surplus parcels through public sale
• Removal of wooden posts and signs at Gill/JFK area

The Committee on Lands & Buildings approved the public sale of 15 sites and 21 lots deemed surplus to city needs. The committee also rejected a proposal from AT&T regarding the Hackett Hill Antenna Lease and denied a T-Mobile request to alter its lease base rate.

• Rejected AT&T proposal regarding Hackett Hill Antenna Lease
• Rejected T-Mobile request to alter antenna lease base rate; maintained rate at $3,289.83 with 12% per term escalation
• Approved Purchase & Sales Agreement for property on Wellington Road
• Deemed 15 sites and 21 lots surplus to city needs for public sale
• Approved ordinance authorizing disposal of surplus properties
• Tabled request for sign installation and post removal at Gill/JFK area

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems will review a proposed amendment to Rule 3 regarding public participation. The committee will also receive an informational communication from the Economic Development Director about drafting a Sister City policy.

• Proposed amendment to Rule 3 (Public Participation)
• Communication regarding the drafting of a Sister City policy

The Committee on Lands & Buildings rejected proposals from AT&T and T-Mobile to alter their antenna lease terms at Hackett Hill, maintaining current rates. The committee approved a purchase agreement for property on Wellington Road and voted to deem 21 city lots surplus for public sale, excluding five specific parcels. A request to update signage at Gill Stadium remained tabled due to lack of a second to remove it from the table.

• Rejected AT&T proposal to alter Hackett Hill antenna lease
• Rejected T-Mobile request to alter base rate; maintained $3,289.83 rate with 12% escalation
• Approved signed Purchase & Sales Agreement for Wellington Road property
• Approved ordinance to deem 21 lots surplus and dispose via public sale
• Excluded 5 specific lots from surplus disposal list
• Gill Stadium signage request remained tabled (no second to untable)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will hear a presentation from LeftField regarding Priority One Projects. The committee will also review the March 2024 monthly status and financial report submitted by LeftField.

• Presentation from LeftField regarding Priority One Projects
• March 2024 monthly status and financial report from LeftField

The committee voted to request that the Board of Mayor and Aldermen waive approximately $2.7 million in permit and impact fees for Phase I school projects. The committee also accepted the March 2024 status and financial report from LeftField.

• Requested Board of Mayor and Aldermen waive permit and impact fees for Phase I projects (carried, Alderman Morgan opposed)
• Approved March 2024 status and financial report from LeftField

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading will consider an ordinance amendment regarding city parking. The proposal includes updated parking rates and basic penalty information.

• Ordinance Amendment: Sections 70.57 Parking Rates and 70.78 Basic Penalty

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading voted to pass an ordinance amendment updating parking rates and basic penalties. The matter was referred to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration.

• Voted to pass ordinance amendment updating parking rates and citations

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement is reviewing several budget amendments and fund transfers. These include funding for a new administration building, road improvements, and emergency shelter needs. The committee will also review abatement requests and project revisions.

• $35,000,000 for Administration Building and Distribution Garage
• $2,029,500 for North River Road/Bicentennial Drive Roundabout
• $550,000 decrease from ARPA Community Health Worker Program
• $184,630 transfer for Winter Emergency Shelter
• $20,000 for Adopt-A-Site program

The Committee on Community Improvement approved several budget authorizations, including a $35 million project for a Water Works administration building and distribution garage. One request for $184,630 to fund a winter emergency shelter was tabled pending detailed expense reports.

• Approved $35M for Administration Building and Distribution Garage
• Approved $2,029,500 for North River Road/Bicentennial Drive Roundabout
• Approved $20,000 donation from Gail Vercauteren for Adopt-A-Site
• Approved $550,000 decrease in ARPA Community Health Worker Program funds
• Tabled $184,630 transfer for Winter Emergency Shelter pending detailed expenses
• Approved $300 for Winter Emergency Shelter
• Approved funding adjustments for ARPA Neighborhood Environmental Improvement
• Approved reimbursement request for Fire Department Haz Mat training

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic will consider two requests regarding the use of Arms Lot. These include a request for the Manchester Brewfest in September and a request for the City's Independence Day Celebration in July.

• Request by Peter Telge of Stark Brewing Company to use Arms Lot for Manchester Brewfest (Sept 20-21, 2024)
• Request by Parks, Recreation & Cemeteries Division to use Arms Lot for Independence Day Celebration (July 3, 2024)

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic approved a relocation of the Jewett Street School bus stop to reduce hazards. The committee also approved two requests to use the Arms Lot for city and private events.

• Approved use of Arms Lot for Manchester Brewfest, Sept 20-21, 2024
• Approved use of Arms Lot for Independence Day Celebration, July 3, 2024
• Approved changes to the Traffic Ordinance regarding Jewett Street School bus stop relocation

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee will review personnel changes for the Water Works and Police departments. It will also consider an ordinance amendment regarding preventative health care hours.

• Eliminate one vacant Information Support Specialist position in Water Works
• Add one Electrician I position to Water Works
• Eliminate one vacant Administrative Assistant II position in Police Department
• Add one Police Records Specialist I position to Police Department
• Ordinance Amendment regarding Preventative Health Care Hours

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance approved personnel changes for the Water Works and Police departments. It also approved an ordinance amendment regarding preventative health care hours.

• Approved eliminating one vacant Information Support Specialist and adding one Electrician I in Water Works
• Approved eliminating one vacant Administrative Assistant II and adding one Police Records Specialist I in Police Department
• Approved ordinance amendment to Section 33.081 adding paragraph (I) regarding Preventative Health Care Hours

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Youth Sports will hear presentations regarding the relationship between youth sports and school athletics. The meeting also includes an overview of how Parks & Recreation manages athletic fields.

• Presentation by Christine Telge on youth sports impact on school sports
• Overview of Parks & Recreation relationship to youth sports
• Discussion on condition and use of athletic fields by Mark Gomez

The Special Committee on Youth Sports met on April 2, 2024 and received two presentations: one from Manchester School District Director of Athletics Christine Telge on youth sports' impact on school sports, and one from Mark Gomez, Chief of Parks, Recreation and Cemetery, on the relationship between Parks & Recreation and youth sports and the condition of athletic fields. Telge said there are no plans to add teams or address the number of students cut from teams next year because the school district budget did not include an increase for athletics. Gomez described a shortage of grounds maintenance staff and estimated field lighting upgrades at about $250,000 per field. No substantive decisions were made; the committee voted only to adjourn.

• No substantive decisions made; committee received presentations and discussed youth sports participation, field maintenance, and lighting
• Voted to adjourn (motion by Alderman Vincent, seconded by Goonan)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing proposals to sell city-owned properties on Goffs Falls Road and Cohas Avenue. The meeting includes a health insurance update and committee recommendations regarding the Beech Street Shelter. The board will also consider several residential sidewalk petitions.

• Proposed sale of 896 Goffs Falls Road to IV T, LLC
• Proposed sale of 2.5 acres on Cohas Avenue
• Health insurance update with USI and Anthem representatives
• School building change order threshold increase from $50,000 to $100,000
• Sidewalk petitions for residential properties including Park Avenue and Maurice Street

The Board postponed a decision on a proposed 16% health insurance rate increase for city employees. It approved recommendations to move the Housing Stability Department to 39 Beech Street and require identification for shelter guests.

• Tabled proposed 16% health insurance working rate increase
• Approved moving Housing Stability Department to 39 Beech Street
• Approved requirement for Beech Street Shelter guests to provide identification
• Approved Special Committee review of all Beech Street Shelter policies
• Approved direct sale of 896 Goffs Falls Road to IV T, LLC
• Approved sale of 2.5 acres on Cohas Avenue
• Confirmed Brett Morin (Youth Services) and Adam Bergeron (Trust Funds) to boards
• Approved police contract with Behavioral Health Improvement Institute

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Mayor will present the Fiscal Year 2025 budget during this special meeting. A public hearing for the budget is scheduled for April 16, 2024. No other business can be presented because this is a special session.

• Mayor's FY25 Budget Presentation
• Public hearing scheduled for April 16 at 6:00 PM

Mayor Ruais presented the FY25 budget proposal, which includes total municipal spending of $189,153,835. The Board voted to move the budget to the next regular meeting following a scheduled public hearing.

• Scheduled budget public hearing for April 16 at 6 p.m.
• Voted to move the budget to the next regular Board meeting

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue will receive an update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund. The meeting also includes a review of monthly financial reports and outstanding accounts receivable.

• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Finance Department reports on accounts receivable over 90 days, aging, and outstanding receivables
• Monthly Financial Report for the first eight months of fiscal year 2024

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration voted to accept three items: an update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund, Finance Department receivables reports, and the City's Monthly Financial Report for the first eight months of fiscal year 2024. Finance Officer Sharon Wickens reported the overall unobligated balance at 31.31% versus a 33.33% benchmark, health insurance costs tracking over budget with a projected $1.4 million year-end deficit (down from $1.6 million), and a $200,000 overage in the city's general liability (CGL) account. The committee took no votes on policy changes; all three items were accepted by voice vote.

• Accepted Revolving Loan Fund update (voice vote)
• Accepted Finance Department reports: Accounts Receivable over 90 days, Aging Report, Outstanding Receivables (voice vote)
• Accepted City's Monthly Financial Report for first eight months of FY24 (voice vote)
• Adjourned (voice vote)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Airport Activities will receive informational updates from Airport Director Ted Kitchens. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Update on Air Service
• Update on Finances

The Special Committee on Airport Activities met on March 19, 2024 and received a presentation from Airport Director Ted Kitchens on air service and finances. Kitchens reported about $4.7 million in retained earnings for the first half of the fiscal year, roughly $3.2 million above the FY24 budget, and announced new service from Breeze Airways and Sun Country Airlines plus Avelo expansion. The committee took no votes; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed.

• No substantive decisions or votes recorded; meeting was an informational update from the Airport Director
• Adjourned on motion of Alderman Terrio, seconded by Alderman Vincent

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Youth Sports will discuss the current state of local youth sports and the possibility of creating a Manchester Youth Sports Association. The meeting includes presentations regarding the impact of youth sports on school athletics and the condition of city athletic fields.

• Discussion on the potential creation of a Manchester Youth Sports Association
• Presentation on the impact of youth sports on school sports by Christine Telge
• Overview of athletic field use and condition by Mark Gomez

The Special Committee on Youth Sports met on March 19, 2024 and heard a presentation from Manchester School District Director of Athletics Christine Telge and Assistant Athletic Director Jordan D'Onofrio on demographic and socioeconomic trends affecting youth and school sports participation. Chairman Morgan discussed the possibility of creating a Manchester Youth Sports Association and shared a list of current youth leagues. A scheduled presentation by Mark Gomez on Parks & Recreation and athletic fields was not given because the meeting ran out of time. The committee voted to adjourn with no substantive decisions made.

• Voted to adjourn (no substantive decisions made)
• No vote on creating a Manchester Youth Sports Association — concept discussed only
• Mark Gomez presentation on Parks & Recreation and athletic fields not given due to lack of time

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Lands & Buildings will consider requests to declare specific properties as surplus for sale. The committee also reviews a tabled item regarding sign removal and installation at Gill Stadium.

• Sale of 2.5 acres on Cohas Avenue
• Direct sale of 896 Goffs Falls Road to IV T, LLC
• Removal of wooden posts and signs in the Gill/JFK area
• Installation of a new sign at Gill Stadium

The Committee on Lands & Buildings approved a request to deem 2.5 acres on Cohas Avenue surplus and allow the Water Works Department to sell it. The committee also approved conveying any potential city interest in property at 896 Goffs Falls Road to IV T, LLC via a deed without covenants, clarifying that no financial transaction occurred. A request regarding signage at Gill Stadium remained tabled.

• Approved deeming 2.5 acres on Cohas Avenue surplus for sale
• Amended deed for 896 Goffs Falls Road to remove vesting language
• Approved conveying city interest in 896 Goffs Falls Road to IV T, LLC
• Item 3 (Gill Stadium signage) remained tabled

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen reviewed several funding amendments for city projects including roads, bridges, and shelters. The meeting also included a recommendation to amend the Zoning Ordinance regarding multi-family units and parking requirements.

• Zoning amendment to increase permitted units per lot from three to four and reduce parking requirements
• $1,218,698.35 for Bridge Inspection, Repair and Rehabilitation
• $677,392.00 for Downtown Connector Rail Trail
• $584,450.65 for FY 24 Roadway Program
• $300,000.00 for FY24-Deferred Maintenance

The Board approved several Community Improvement Program (CIP) funding amendments for roads, bridges, and shelters. It also advanced a zoning ordinance to increase permitted units per lot from three to four. A proposed rule to ban banners and signs in the chambers was referred to committee after failing an initial vote.

• Approved zoning ordinance to increase units per lot from 3 to 4 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1.2M for bridge inspection, repair and rehabilitation (Unanimous)
• Approved $677,392 for Downtown Connector Rail Trail (Unanimous)
• Approved $584,450.65 for FY24 Roadway Program (Unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 for FY24 Deferred Maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 for fire alarm receiver site installations (Unanimous)
• Authorized Fire Chief to apply for a federal communication devices grant
• Denied motion to prohibit banners and signs in chambers (7-5)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Finance is reviewing several resolutions to amend the Community Improvement Program. These actions involve authorizing and transferring funds for various city projects including infrastructure, shelters, and emergency response.

• $1,218,698.35 for Bridge Inspection, Repair and Rehabilitation
• $677,392.00 for Downtown Connector Rail Trail
• $584,450.65 for FY 24 Roadway Program
• $300,000.00 for FY24-Deferred Maintenance
• $80,000.00 for PC Construction Fire Alarm Receiver Site Installations

The Committee on Finance approved several resolutions to authorize and appropriate funds for various city projects. These include funding for roadwork, bridge repairs, and emergency shelters. Budget authorizations for 15 CIP items were also approved subject to final adoption of related resolutions.

• Approved $1,218,698.35 for FY2023 CIP Bridge Inspection, Repair and Rehabilitation
• Approved $677,392.00 for FY2016 CIP Downtown Connector Rail Trail
• Approved $584,450.65 for FY2024 CIP Roadway Program
• Approved $300,000.00 for FY2024 CIP Deferred Maintenance
• Approved $80,000.00 for FY2024 CIP PC Construction Fire Alarm Receiver Site Installations
• Approved $57,683.05 for FY2024 CIP Radiological Emergency Response Plan
• Approved $50,000.00 for FY2023 CIP Healthy Homes Production Grant Program
• Approved $11,300.00 for FY2024 CIP Brook Street Shelter Operations

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Alcohol, Other Drugs & Youth Services will hold discussions with representatives from Freedom Movement NH and Randy Stevens regarding his recovery journey.

• Discussion with Freedom Movement NH
• Discussion with Randy Stevens regarding recovery

The Special Committee on Alcohol, Other Drugs & Youth Services heard presentations from Freedom Movement NH, a faith-based sober home, and Randy Stevens, the new Executive Director of Hope for NH Recovery. The committee passed two motions: requiring identification for shelter access at 39 Beech Street and relocating the Housing Stability Department offices to that same location. These decisions will be reported to the full Board of Mayor and Aldermen on April 2.

• Voted to require identification for access to Beech Street Shelter; shelter to assist those without ID in obtaining it
• Voted unanimously to house the Housing Stability Department offices at 39 Beech Street
• Voted to review all policies related to the Beech Street Shelter
• Agreed to report committee decisions to the full Board on April 2

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will receive updates on project progress and expenditures. Members will also review discussions with Amoskeag Trust and the 2022 school construction change order policy.

• Introduction of Owner's Project Manager, Leftfield, LLC
• Project budget and expenditure update
• Review of 2022 school construction change order policy

The Committee amended its school construction change order policy to increase the approval threshold and update responsible entities. The meeting also included introductions and project updates from the new Owner's Project Manager, Leftfield, LLC.

• Approved increasing change order approval threshold from $50,000 to $100,000
• Approved replacing 'Department of Public Works' with 'Manchester School District' in the change order policy

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading will discuss an ordinance amendment regarding multi-family zoning. The proposal includes increasing permitted units per lot, reducing parking requirements in specific districts, and removing conditional use permit requirements for accessory dwelling units.

• Increase from three to four units permitted per lot without increased area
• Reduce parking requirements for R-3, C-1, and RDV Zoning Districts
• Remove conditional use permit requirement for accessory dwelling units

The Committee on Bills on Second Reading voted to refer a zoning ordinance amendment to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration. The amendment would increase allowed units per lot from three to four without more lot area, reduce parking requirements for multifamily uses in the R-3, C-1, and RDV districts, and remove the conditional use permit requirement for accessory dwelling units. No final decision was made; the committee only advanced the proposal for further review.

• Voted to refer the zoning ordinance amendment to the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration (motion by Levasseur, seconded by Barry; no vote tally recorded)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement is reviewing several budget authorizations and fund transfers. These items include funding for roadway programs, bridge rehabilitation, and the Downtown Connector Rail Trail.

• $1,218,698.35 for Bridge Inspection, Repair and Rehabilitation
• $677,392 for Downtown Connector Rail Trail
• $584,450.65 for FY24 Roadway Program
• $300,000 for FY24 Deferred Maintenance
• $80,000 for Fire Alarm Receiver Site Installations

The Committee on Community Improvement approved multiple budget authorizations for road, bridge, and shelter projects. The board also authorized a scope expansion for the Manchester Little League park project and a two-phased RFP process for the Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel Project.

• Approved $1,218,698.35 for Bridge Inspection, Repair and Rehabilitation
• Approved $677,392 for Downtown Connector Rail Trail
• Approved $584,450.65 for FY24 Roadway Program
• Approved $300,000 for FY24 Deferred Maintenance for city buildings
• Approved $80,000 for PC Construction Fire Alarm Receiver Site Installations
• Approved $50,000 for Healthy Homes Production Grant Program
• Approved scope expansion for Manchester Little League park project
• Approved two-phased RFP process for Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel Project contractor

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee will review requests for street signage changes and the use of Arms Lot by DEKA and Stark Brewing. Members will also discuss proposed increases to parking rates and violation citations.

• No parking anytime on Maple Street (west side, Laurel Street to 60 feet south)
• Rescind right turn on red prohibition at South Willow Street and Maple Street
• DEKA request to use southeast corner of Arms Lot (May 15–24, 2024)
• Stark Brewing request for 19 parking spaces in Arms Lot for outdoor seating
• Proposed increases to parking violation citations and hourly rates

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic approved increases to parking violation citations and hourly rates. It also granted requests for the temporary and seasonal use of the Arms Lot and approved a request for a Bicycle Master Plan consultant provided no city funds are used.

• Approved 'No Parking Anytime' on Maple Street from Laurel Street to 60 feet south
• Approved rescinding 'Right Turn on Red Prohibited' at South Willow Street and Maple Street
• Approved DEKA use of Arms Lot southeast corner from May 15 to May 24, 2024
• Approved Stark Brewing use of 19 Arms Lot spaces for outdoor seating for a fee of $1,260
• Approved increasing parking violation citations to $15 and hourly parking rate to $1 per hour
• Voted to receive and file request for all-way stop at Union Street and Campbell Street
• Approved hiring a consultant for an updated Bicycle Master Plan contingent on no city funds being used

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The committee will review human resources reports for informational purposes. Chief Engineer Fred McNeill has requested changes to the staff complement of the Environmental Protection Division, including reclassifying vacant laborer positions.

• Elimination of three vacant full-time and one seasonal Laborer position (grade 10)
• Addition of three full-time and one seasonal Public Services Worker I position (grade 12)
• Amendment to remove CDL requirement for Public Services Worker I, grade 12

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance approved a request to replace four vacant Laborer positions with Public Services Worker I positions. The board also discussed city-wide vacancy rates and the process for 'plus-rating' employees into higher-grade roles.

• Approved elimination of 3 vacant full-time and 1 vacant seasonal Laborer positions (grade 10)
• Approved addition of 3 full-time and 1 seasonal Public Services Worker I positions (grade 12)
• Approved class specification amendment for Public Services Worker I (grade 12) to remove CDL requirement

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to Chapter 155 of the Manchester Code of Ordinances. The proposal includes adjustments to unit counts per lot, parking requirements for specific districts, and accessory dwelling unit permitting.

• Increase permitted units from three to four per lot in multi-family districts
• Reduce parking requirements for R-3, C-1, and RDV Zoning Districts
• Remove conditional use permit requirement for accessory dwelling units

The Board held a public hearing to discuss proposed zoning changes aimed at increasing housing supply. The proposals include increasing permitted units per lot from three to four, reducing parking requirements in specific districts, and removing conditional use permit requirements for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). No final vote on the amendments was recorded in these minutes.

• Held public hearing on proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments
• Recessed meeting to allow regular Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting to begin
• Adjourned meeting

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing recommendations for property acquisitions and easement authorizations for the Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel and RAISE Manchester projects. The agenda also includes bond resolutions totaling $3.5 million for various water works improvements. Additionally, several nominations for local boards and commissions will be considered.

• Bond resolutions totaling $3.5 million for Munis ERP software, main relay cleaning, and raw water pumps
• Authorization for property acquisitions and eminent domain for the Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel Project
• Recommendation for a brownfield assessment of the Arms Lot by Credere Associates
• Proposed sister city relationship with Ville de Sherbrooke, Canada
• Expansion of female locker room capacity at the Manchester Police Department

The Board approved a Request for Proposals for the Hallsville School with a new requirement to preserve the building's facade. The Board also voted to block any future votes on a ceasefire resolution regarding the Middle East.

• Approved RFP for Hallsville School with restriction to preserve facade (Unanimous)
• Voted not to take a vote on the ceasefire resolution now or in the future (Carried; 2 opposed)
• Approved $1M bond for Munis ERP Software (Enrolled)
• Approved $1.5M bond for Main Relay and Cleaning and Lining Mains (Enrolled)
• Approved $1M bond for Raw Water Pumps (Enrolled)
• Approved Sister City relationship with Ville de Sherbrooke, Canada (Unanimous)
• Approved lease amendment at 195 McGregor Street for arcade use (Unanimous)
• Approved use of City Seal by NextGen Manchester Resiliency Council (Unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen and the Board of School Committee are holding a special joint meeting. The agenda consists solely of a presentation regarding project details for Phase I of the School District’s Long-Term Facilities Plan.

• Presentation on Phase I of the School District's Long-Term Facilities Plan

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen and Board of School Committee held a special joint meeting to review Phase I of the School District’s Long-Term Facilities Plan. Superintendent Jennifer Gillis and architect Lorraine Finnegan presented details on closing Wilson Elementary, renovating four middle schools, and siting a new Beech Street Elementary School. The meeting served as an informational update on previously approved plans; no new decisions or votes were recorded.

• Presentation on Phase I facilities plan received (no vote)
• Discussion of $292M-$306M projected project cost range
• Clarification that Phase I has no impact on city tax rate
• Agreement to adjourn joint meeting

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue will receive an update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund. The meeting also includes a review of monthly financial reports and outstanding accounts receivable.

• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Finance Department reports on accounts receivable and aging
• Monthly Financial Report for the first seven months of fiscal year 2024

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration voted to accept three reports: an update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund, Finance Department receivables reports, and the City's unaudited Monthly Financial Report for the first seven months of FY24. Finance Officer Sharon Wickens reported health insurance costs tracking roughly $1.5 million over budget through January and projected to exceed plan by more than $2 million by year's end, with a $3.3 million healthcare reserve available. She also reported $54,621.32 in accounts in collections, revenue $2.3 million higher than a year ago, and $941,813 in FY24 retirement payouts covering 25 employees. No ordinances, contracts, or budget items were voted on; the committee accepted reports and adjourned.

• Accepted Revolving Loan Fund update report (voice vote)
• Accepted Finance Department receivables reports (voice vote)
• Accepted FY24 Monthly Financial Report for first seven months (voice vote)
• Adjourned (voice vote)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Special Committee on Solid Waste Activities will review current solid waste contracts and a contract assignment between Pinard Waste Systems Company Inc. and Casella Waste Management of Massachusetts, Inc. The committee will also receive a communication regarding an ordinance amendment to Chapter 91.

• Overview of solid waste contracts
• Assignment and Assumption of Contract: Pinard Waste Systems Company Inc. and Casella Waste Management of Massachusetts, Inc.
• Ordinance amendment regarding Chapter 91 Solid Waste & Littering and the proposed waiver process

The committee approved the assignment of a waste contract from Pinard Waste Systems to Casella Waste Management. Members also authorized the Department of Public Works to hold a roundtable with property owners to discuss a proposed solid waste ordinance and waiver process.

• Approved Assignment and Assumption of Contract between Pinard Waste Systems Company Inc. and Casella Waste Management of Massachusetts, Inc.
• Authorized DPW to hold a roundtable discussion with property owners and report feedback to the committee

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems will hold an organizational meeting to review typical committee issues. Discussion includes proposed changes to public comment rules, a procurement code amendment for city construction contracts, and a sister city proposal.

• Proposed change to Rule 3 regarding public comment time limits
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 38: Procurement Code regarding construction contract bidders
• Communication regarding a Sister City relationship with Ville de Sherbrooke, Canada

The Committee on Administration/Information Systems approved a Sister City relationship with Ville de Sherbrooke, Canada. The committee also voted to maintain current public participation rules and rejected a proposed amendment to the procurement code regarding bidder prequalification.

• Approved Sister City relationship with Ville de Sherbrooke (unanimous)
• Requested Economic Development Department draft a Sister City policy (unanimous)
• Voted to receive and file (reject) proposed changes to Rule 3 regarding public participation (4-1)
• Voted to receive and file (reject) ordinance amendment to Chapter 38 Procurement Code (3-2)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Lands & Buildings is reviewing communications regarding city property and infrastructure. Items include requests for lease amendments, police department expansions, and authority for property acquisitions related to the RAISE Manchester and Cemetery Brook projects.

• Lease amendment at 195 McGregor Street for arcade use
• Expansion of female locker room capacity at Manchester Police Department
• Brownfield assessment of Arms Lot by Credere Associates
• Property and easement acquisitions for the RAISE Manchester project
• Below market value offer for 1080 Montgomery Street

The Committee on Lands & Buildings approved an expansion for the police department's female locker room and authorized a new, unrestricted RFP for the former Hallsville School property. The board also approved a lease amendment for 195 McGregor Street and a brownfield assessment for the Arms Lot. A proposal to remove historic memorial signs at Gill Stadium was tabled for further community outreach.

• Approved lease amendment for 195 McGregor Street
• Approved police female locker room expansion
• Approved brownfield assessment for Arms Lot
• Approved property acquisition authority for RAISE Manchester project
• Approved property acquisition authority for Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel
• Tabled proposal to remove Gill Stadium memorial signs
• Approved issuing unrestricted RFP for Hallsville School (3-2)
• Authorized Tax Collector to accept highest offer for 1080 Montgomery Street

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board is considering zoning amendments to increase housing density and reduce parking requirements. Additionally, several bond resolutions totaling $3.5 million are proposed for water works projects.

• Zoning amendments to increase units per lot from three to four and reduce parking requirements
• $1,000,000 bond for Munis ERP Software (Water Works)
• $1,500,000 bond for Main Relay and Cleaning and Lining Mains (Water Works)
• $1,000,000 bond for Raw Water Pumps (Water Works)
• $62,643.20 for Traffic Signal Corridor Upgrades

The Board approved several bond resolutions for water works software and equipment totaling $3.5M. It also authorized smaller appropriations for food protection, consultancy, and traffic signal upgrades. A proposed ceasefire resolution was not voted upon, and public comments were taken under advisement.

• Approved $1M bond for Munis ERP Software (Water Works)
• Approved $1.5M bond for Main Relay and Cleaning and Lining Mains (Water Works)
• Approved $1M bond for Raw Water Pumps (Water Works)
• Approved $10,000 for Modernization of Food Protection Program
• Approved $8,365 for NAEH Consultancy
• Approved $62,643.20 for Traffic Signal Corridor Upgrades
• Approved 2-hour parking on Chauncey Avenue cul-de-sac
• Tabled all-way stop request at Union and Campbell Streets for further study

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Finance will consider several resolutions to amend the Community Improvement Program. The agenda also includes bond authorizations totaling $3.5 million for various Water Works projects.

• $62,643.20 for Traffic Signal Corridor Upgrades
• $10,000 for Modernization of Food Protection Program
• $8,365 for NAEH Consultancy
• $1,000,000 bond for Munis ERP Software (Water Works)
• $1,500,000 bond for Main Relay and Cleaning and Lining Mains (Water Works)

The Committee on Finance approved three resolutions to amend previous Community Improvement Programs. The committee also advanced bond resolutions for water works software and infrastructure and approved related budget authorizations.

• Approved $10,000 for FY2024 CIP 210224 Modernization of Food Protection Program
• Approved $8,365 for FY2023 CIP 611723 NAEH Consultancy
• Approved $62,643.20 for FY2018 CIP 711118 Traffic Signal Corridor Upgrades
• Advanced $1,000,000 bond for 2024 CIP 713224 Munis ERP Software (Water Works)
• Advanced $1,500,000 bond for 2024 CIP 713324 Main Relay and Cleaning and Lining Mains (Water Works)
• Advanced $1,000,000 bond for 2024 CIP 713424 Raw Water Pumps (Water Works)
• Approved budget authorizations for the above projects subject to final adoption

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will receive a presentation from SMMA regarding the School District's Long-Term Facilities Plan. No other business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation from SMMA regarding the School District's Long-Term Facilities Plan

The committee received a presentation from SMMA on Phase I of the Long-Term Facilities Plan, which includes a new elementary school and renovations to four middle schools. No new funding was approved, as the projects are covered by previously bonded funds. The committee established a regular meeting schedule.

• Scheduled future monthly meetings for the second Monday of each month

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement will review abatement requests and several budget authorizations. Proposed items include funding for water works infrastructure, traffic signal upgrades, and food protection modernization.

• $1,500,000 for Water Works main relay, cleaning, and lining
• $62,643.20 for Traffic Signal Corridor Upgrades
• $10,000 for Modernization of Food Protection Program
• $8,365 for NAEH Consultancy
• Summary of abatement requests from Chief Engineer Fred McNeill

The Committee on Community Improvement approved several budget authorizations for city infrastructure and software. This includes $3.5 million in bonded funds for water works projects and accounting software. Smaller expenditures for food protection and traffic signals were also approved.

• Approved abatement requests from Chief Engineer Fred McNeill
• Approved $10,000 for CIP 210224 Modernization of Food Protection Program
• Approved $8,365 for CIP 611723 NAEH Consultancy
• Approved $62,643.20 for CIP 711118 Traffic Signal Corridor Upgrades
• Approved $1,000,000 for CIP 713224 Munis ERP Software
• Approved $1,500,000 for CIP 713324 Main Relay and Cleaning and Lining Mains (Water Works)
• Approved $1,000,000 for CIP 713424 Raw Water Pumps

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic will discuss two-hour parking on Chauncey Avenue and a request for an all-way stop at Union Street and Campbell Street. The committee will also review costs for signage upgrades and an overhead flashing light at Webster Street and Smyth Road.

• Two-hour parking on the circumference of the Chauncey Avenue cul-de-sac
• All-way stop with vehicle activated flashing signs at Union Street and Campbell Street
• Signage upgrades and overhead flashing light installation at Webster Street and Smyth Road

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic approved 2-hour parking for the Chauncey Avenue cul-de-sac. It also approved two sets of traffic safety upgrades contingent upon FY25 budget funding, despite opposition from some members.

• Approved 2-hour parking on the circumference of the Chauncey Avenue cul-de-sac
• Approved all-way stop and vehicle-activated flashing signs at Union and Campbell Streets contingent on FY25 funding (3-2)
• Approved signage upgrades and an overhead flashing light at Webster Street and Smyth Road contingent on FY25 funding (3-2)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to Chapter 155 of the City of Manchester Code of Ordinances. The amendment seeks to define 'disability' and adopt RSA 674:33, V to provide reasonable accommodations for disabled persons.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Chapter 155 amendments

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen held a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to incorporate state and federal laws regarding reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. Planning Director Jeff Belanger explained that the changes would clarify existing legal requirements and align the city code with current state law, though he noted the practical legal effect is minimal because these laws already apply. Aldermen debated the inclusion of chemical dependency in the definition of disability, with some expressing concern about adding restrictions. One resident spoke in opposition. The Board did not vote on the ordinance; instead, testimony was taken under advisement and the meeting adjourned.

• Public hearing held on Zoning Ordinance amendments for disability accommodations
• Testimony taken under advisement; no vote taken on the ordinance
• Meeting adjourned by motion of Alderman O'Neil

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is reviewing several budget amendments for the Community Improvement Program. Discussion includes funding for lead-based paint remediation, a lake feasibility study, and police academy training.

• $200,000 for Lead-Based Paint Healthy Homes Supplemental Funding
• $36,000 for Lake Massabesic Feasibility Study - Mill Pond Dam Level
• $4,995 for Police Academy Cadre
• Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding disability accommodations
• $25,000 donations from Catholic Medical Center and Brady Sullivan to the Fire Department

The Board approved a zoning ordinance amendment to provide reasonable accommodations for disabled persons. It also authorized the Fire Chief to apply for a 2023 SAFER grant to hire 12 firefighters, provided the application is shared with the Board. Additionally, the Board waived the bidding process for a food vendor at the Mill Girl statue for two years.

• Approved zoning ordinance amendment defining 'disability' for reasonable accommodations (10-4)
• Approved motion to allow Fire Chief to apply for 2023 SAFER grant to hire 12 firefighters (unanimous)
• Waived bidding process for food vendor at Mill Girl statue for two years (unanimous)
• Referred Bicycle Master Plan funding request to Committee on Public Safety, Health and Traffic (9-5)
• Approved $200,000 for Lead-Based Paint Healthy Homes Supplemental Funding (unanimous)
• Approved $36,000 for Lake Massabesic Feasibility Study - Mill Pond Dam Level (unanimous)
• Approved $4,995 for Police Academy Cadre (unanimous)
• Approved $73,341.99 return to CDBG unprogrammed funds (unanimous)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Finance is reviewing resolutions to amend the Community Improvement Program for various fiscal years. These proposals include allocating or transferring funds for projects such as lead-based paint mitigation and police training. The committee will also consider budget authorizations for several community projects.

• $200,000 for Lead-Based Paint Healthy Homes Supplemental Funding
• $73,341.99 to return funds to CDBG unprogrammed funds
• $36,000 for Lake Massabesic Feasibility Study - Mill Pond Dam Level
• $4,995 for Police Academy Cadre
• $336.90 for Planning Studies

The Committee on Finance voted to enroll five resolutions amending the FY2022, FY2023, and FY2024 Community Improvement Programs, authorizing and appropriating a combined $315,673.89. The committee also approved 29 CIP budget authorizations, subject to final adoption of related resolutions. No vote tallies were recorded; all actions passed by voice vote on motions that were duly seconded. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved resolution appropriating $73,341.99 to return unprogrammed funds to CDBG (FY2023 CIP)
• Approved resolution appropriating $4,995 for FY2024 CIP 412424 Police Academy Cadre
• Approved resolution appropriating $200,000 for FY2023 CIP 611123 Lead-Based Paint Healthy Homes Supplemental Funding
• Approved resolution appropriating $36,000 for FY2024 CIP 713124 Lake Massabesic Feasibility Study - Mill Pond Dam Level
• Approved resolution appropriating and transferring $336.90 for FY2024 CIP 810624 Planning Studies
• Approved 29 CIP budget authorizations, subject to final adoption of related resolutions
• Voted to waive reading of resolutions by titles only
• Voted to adjourn

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Joint School Buildings will receive an overview of subjects handled by the body and a communication regarding Phase I of the School District's Long-Term Facilities Plan. This communication is provided for informational purposes only and requires no action.

• Communication regarding Phase I of the School District's Long-Term Facilities Plan

The Committee on Joint School Buildings elected School Committee Member O'Connell as chair, with Alderman Terrio recorded as abstaining. The committee voted unanimously to formally request that Mayor Ruais convene a joint meeting of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and the Board of School Committee, where planners will answer questions about Phase I of the School District's Long-Term Facilities Plan. The committee also discussed meeting schedules and set its next meeting for February 12 at 5:30 PM, with monthly meeting dates to be arranged through the clerk.

• Elected School Committee Member O'Connell as Chair (Terrio abstained)
• Passed motion to request Mayor Ruais convene a joint meeting of both boards on Phase I of the School District's Long-Term Facilities Plan (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for February 12 at 5:30 PM
• Voted to adjourn

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration will conduct organizational business and review city financial reports. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding reasonable accommodations for disabled persons in the Zoning Ordinance.

• Update on the City's Revolving Loan Fund
• Finance Department reports on accounts receivable and outstanding receivables
• Monthly Financial Report for the first six months of fiscal year 2024
• Ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance Chapter 155 regarding disability accommodations

The Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration accepted several financial reports and approved a zoning ordinance amendment. The amendment codifies federal and state laws regarding reasonable accommodations for disabled persons into the city code.

• Accepted Revolving Loan Fund report
• Accepted Accounts Receivable and Aging reports
• Accepted Monthly Financial Report for first six months of FY24
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment to define disability and adopt RSA 674:33, V

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Community Improvement will review several budget authorization requests for capital improvement projects. The committee will also consider a request from the Fire Chief to apply for a federal grant to hire 12 additional firefighters.

• $200,000 for Lead-Based Paint Healthy Homes Supplemental Funding
• Request to apply for a SAFER grant to hire 12 additional firefighters
• $36,000 for Lake Massabesic Feasibility Study-Mill Pond Dam Level
• $73,341.99 to return funds to CDBG unprogrammed funds
• $150,000 request for a Bicycle Master Plan consultant (tabled)

The Committee on Community Improvement approved several budget authorizations for community improvement projects and sewer abatements. The committee denied a request to apply for a SAFER grant to hire 12 firefighters and rejected funding for a Bicycle Master Plan consultant.

• Approved 12 sewer abatements totaling approximately $10,000
• Approved $73,341.99 to return to CDBG unprogrammed funds
• Approved $4,995 for CIP 412424 Police Academy Cadre
• Approved $200,000 for CIP 611123 Lead-Based Paint Healthy Homes Supplemental Funding
• Approved $36,000 for CIP 713124 Lake Massabesic Feasibility Study-Mill Pond Dam Level
• Approved $336.90 for CIP 810624 Planning Studies
• Denied request to apply for SAFER grant to hire 12 firefighters (3-2)
• Denied $150,000 request for Bicycle Master Plan consultant

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The committee will hold an organizational meeting to review typical issues. The agenda includes proposed parking restrictions on Bridge Street and the removal of a loading zone on Hayward Street. A request regarding St. Patrick's Day parade decorations was also presented.

• Proposed 'No Parking Anytime' on Bridge Street, south side, from Highland Street to Mammoth Road
• Proposal to rescind a 'No Parking Loading Zone' on Hayward Street
• Request to paint shamrocks at the intersections of Elm & Hanover and Elm & Pleasant Streets for St. Patrick's Day

The Committee on Public Safety, Health & Traffic approved a new no-parking zone on Bridge Street and a request to paint shamrocks for the St. Patrick's Day Parade. A proposal to rescind a loading zone on Hayward Street was received and filed.

• Approved 'No Parking Anytime' on Bridge Street, south side, from Highland Street to Mammoth Road
• Voted to receive and file the request to rescind the 'No Parking Loading Zone' on Hayward Street
• Approved request to paint shamrocks at Elm & Hanover and Elm & Pleasant Streets on March 2

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance met for organizational purposes and to review departmental reports. The meeting included a request from the Public Works Director to modify staff positions.

• Review of HR Position Summary, Vacancy Requisitions, and Grievances
• Proposal to eliminate one vacant Survey Party Chief (grade 17)
• Proposal to add one Engineering Technician I (grade 16)

The Committee on Human Resources/Insurance approved a request to modify the Department of Public Works complement to increase technical flexibility. The committee also reviewed informational HR reports.

• Approved eliminating one vacant Survey Party Chief (grade 17) and adding one Engineering Technician I (grade 16)

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

The Board will consider the NH Fisher Cats sale and changes to special committees. They will also review amendments to the procurement code and rules regarding public comment. The meeting includes the acceptance of highway and bridge funds.

• Sale of the NH Fisher Cats to Diamond Baseball Holdings, LLC
• Acceptance of $584,450.65 for Highway Block Grant and $1,218,698.35 for Municipal Bridge Aid
• Amendment to Chapter 38 Procurement Code regarding construction contracts
• Agreement for a combat photographer statue at Veteran's Park
• Proposed change to BMA Rule 3 regarding public comment time limits

The Board voted 8-6 to take the position that the school district must place all Phase I school project spending on hold until the new Board receives a full presentation, with future decisions going through the Joint School Buildings Committee under state statute RSA 199:3. Earlier, the Board voted to reconsider and send back to committee a procurement prequalification ordinance amendment, with three aldermen opposed. It also approved the sale of the NH Fisher Cats to Diamond Baseball Holdings, LLC, and approved a donated combat photographer statue agreement for Veteran's Park. A motion to rescind the school district's plan to close Wilson Street School and tear down Beech Street School was replaced by the pause motion.

• Reconsidered and sent back to the Committee on Administration the procurement prequalification ordinance amendment (opposed: O'Neil, Fajardo, T. Sapienza)
• Approved combining the Riverfront/Baseball and Civic Center committees and eliminating the Joint Committee on Education (opposed: O'Neil)
• Kept the Special Committee on Energy Contracts & Related Activities (no opposition recorded)
• Approved holding only one Board meeting in November, on the 19th, and accepted the meeting schedule as presented (no opposition recorded)
• Approved an agreement with A1 Bill Reliable Revocable Trust for a donated combat photographer statue at Veteran's Park and authorized the Mayor to execute it
• Approved the sale of the NH Fisher Cats to Diamond Baseball Holdings, LLC (no opposition recorded)
• Referred the proposed change to Rule 3 on public comment to the Committee on Administration
• Adopted a position that the school district must pause all Phase I spending until the Board receives a full presentation, with future decisions going through the Joint School Buildings Committee per RSA 199:3 (8-6)

General

The Board of Registrars is reviewing changes to the voter checklist from November 8, 2023, through January 12, 2024. The board will also approve Deputy Registrars for the January 23, 2024 Presidential Primary Election and appoint a moderator for Ward 12.

• Acceptance of voter checklist additions, deletions, and changes
• Approval of Deputy Registrars for the January 23, 2024 Presidential Primary Election
• Appointment of a Moderator Pro-Tem in Ward 12

Board of Mayor and Aldermen

This special meeting is for conducting organizational business for the Board. The agenda includes adopting rules, nominating a Chairman, and presenting committee assignments. No further business can be presented at this meeting.

• Adoption of Board rules
• Nomination for Chairman of the Board (term expiring January 2026)
• Presentation of committee assignments

The Board adopted its organizational rules with one amendment and elected a Chairman for the term expiring January 2026. The Board also established committee assignments.

• Deleted Rule 9 a) regarding the reading of previous journals (unanimous)
• Tabled amendment to Rule 3 regarding public participation limits (unanimous)
• Adopted Board rules as amended (unanimous)
• Elected Alderman Levasseur as Chairman of the Board (tie broken by Mayor)
• Denied motion to make Chairman nomination unanimous (7-7)