Concord public meetings in 2021

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The committee will review an audit presentation and the FY 2021 Surplus Report. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding the appropriation of surplus and reserves for FY22.

• Audit presentation
• FY 2021 Surplus Report
• Resolution: FY22 Appropriation for Use of Surplus
• Resolution: FY22 Appropriation for Use of Reserves

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee reviewed the FY 2021 audit and surplus report. They unanimously approved an amendment to the proposed surplus resolution, reducing the overlay allocation by $150,000 and instead placing $100,000 into an Economic Development Reserve and $50,000 into the Equipment Reserve. The committee also approved the minutes from the November 15 meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 15, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Amended surplus resolution: reduced overlay by $150,000, added $100,000 to Economic Development Reserve and $50,000 to Equipment Reserve (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several site plan applications, including a large multifamily project on Pembroke Road. The board will also consider an ordinance amendment regarding healthcare services in certain districts.

• Multifamily development of approximately 123 two-bedroom units off Pembroke Road
• New restaurant, retail, and coffee shop buildings at 80 Storrs Street
• Ordinance amendment to remove clinics from CBP and CN Districts
• Parking expansion for trucks at 25 Henniker Street
• Lot line adjustment between 102 Hall Street and 96 Hall Street

City Council

The Concord City Council meeting consists of a training session provided by the National League of Cities. The session focuses on Race, Equity & Leadership (REAL). No other legislative items are listed on this agenda.

• National League of Cities’ Race, Equity & Leadership (REAL) Training

The Concord City Council met for a National League of Cities' Race, Equity & Leadership (REAL) training session. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of a presentation and discussion, followed by adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:58 P.M. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances related to local parking regulations and water and sewer investment fees. The meeting also includes discussions on personnel changes, grant applications, and the Beaver Meadow Golf Course clubhouse.

• Ordinance amending Water and Sewer Investment Fees
• Resolution for $99,040.42 in FEMA reimbursement for Fire Department disaster deployment
• Public hearings on parking modifications for Thompson Street and Thorndike Street
• Report regarding a new clubhouse facility and parking lot replacement at Beaver Meadow Golf Course
• Resolution to apply for up to $250,000 for the New Hampshire Clean Diesel Grant Program

The Concord City Council approved multiple parking ordinance changes for the Narrow Streets project, created a new Advanced Emergency Medical Technician/Fire Fighter position, and funded a Network Security Engineer position. The Council also approved several consent agenda items, including grant applications and appointments, and discussed but did not pass a motion to reinstate a citywide mask mandate.

• Approved parking changes on multiple streets (unanimous)
• Approved new Fire Department AEMT/FF position (unanimous)
• Approved $33,000 for IT Network Security Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 library donation from Walter Dueger, MD (unanimous)
• Approved HR Generalist pay grade increase after reconsideration (unanimous)
• Approved Cemetery Administrator and Assistant Parks & Rec Director pay grade increases (voice vote)
• Rejected HR Generalist pay grade increase initially, then reconsidered and approved (unanimous)
• Failed motion to have City Solicitor revise mask ordinance (6-8)

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The committee will review a City Council referral regarding the CPCNH Joint Powers Agreement. Members will also continue discussions on water line extensions, real estate valuation changes, and development fees.

• CPCNH Joint Powers Agreement referral
• Water Line Extension follow-up
• Tax Year 2021 Real Estate Valuation Changes follow-up
• Development Fees follow-up

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee unanimously approved eliminating the special water and sewer investment fees, which were instituted in the 1980s and are seen as a disincentive to development. The committee also authorized staff to contact the Town of Bow regarding a potential water line extension and agreed to have the assessor present at a December City Council meeting to explain the assessment process. No action was taken on joining the Community Power Coalition of NH, which was discussed as a potential way to reduce energy costs.

• Approved elimination of special water and sewer investment fees (unanimous)
• Authorized Marco Philippon to contact Town of Bow about water line extension request
• Agreed to have Kathy Temchack present assessment process at December City Council meeting
• Approved October 18, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The council will review the November 2 municipal election results and hold public hearings on construction noise, parking penalties, and ward line changes. The agenda also includes resolutions for various grant appropriations and personnel updates.

• Canvass of votes for the November 2, 2021, municipal election
• Resolution appropriating $55,000 for drug investigations via a state grant
• Resolution appropriating $33,000 for an IT Network Security Engineer
• Public hearings on construction noise and parking violation penalties
• Resolution appropriating $23,400 for groundwater management at Canal Street sites

The City Council approved an ordinance changing Columbus Day to Indigenous People's Day, with two dissenting votes. The council also approved a redistricting plan for ward lines based on the 2020 census, and accepted several grants and appropriations for library, police, and environmental projects.

• Approved ordinance renaming Columbus Day to Indigenous People's Day (2 dissenting votes)
• Approved ward redistricting plan as amended (no dissenting votes)
• Approved $23,125 grant from NH Charitable Foundation for city vitality projects
• Approved $55,000 opioid reduction grant from NH Dept. of Safety
• Approved $23,400 for groundwater management at former tannery site
• Tabled Recreation Supervisor position reinstatement for further discussion
• Approved consent agenda items including $33,000 for IT security engineer
• Accepted letter from Brady Sullivan regarding Stickney Avenue with no action

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several design and site plan applications for various properties in Concord. These include requests for sign replacements, building renovations, and permit amendments.

• Public hearing for the adoption of a Trail master plan
• Sign replacements at 188 Loudon Road and 10 Loudon Road
• Façade renovation at 10 Loudon Road
• Air lock entry amendment at 6 Storrs Street
• Certificate of Occupancy amendment at 1 Whitney Road

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The committee will review 2021 real estate valuation changes using re-sale property data. The agenda also includes discussions on water line extensions at Bow Junction and development fees. Additionally, the committee will review quarterly financial statements through September 30, 2021.

• 2021 real estate valuation changes
• Water line extension at Bow Junction
• Development fees
• Quarterly financial statements ending September 30, 2021

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee heard presentations on a proposed water line extension to Bow Junction, residential property valuation changes, development fees, and quarterly financial statements. No formal votes were taken on these items; the committee requested further discussion and reports at the November meeting. The only action was approval of the August 16, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved draft minutes from August 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Water line extension to Bow Junction discussed, no action taken, further discussion planned
• Real estate valuation changes presented, committee requested more details in November
• Development fees presentation given, committee requested recommendations for November
• Quarterly financial statements reviewed, auto registration revenue flagged as concern

City Council

The City Council will review several funding resolutions, including grants for drug investigations and airport maintenance. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding a cable television franchise and amendments to local parking regulations.

• $55,000 grant for illegal drug-related investigations
• $32,000 in ARPA funding for Concord Municipal Airport maintenance
• Public hearing for Atlantic Broadband (NH-ME), LLC cable franchise
• Ordinance amendments regarding construction noise and parking regulations
• $23,400 for groundwater management at 11, 33, and 35 Canal Street

The City Council approved a cable television franchise for Atlantic Broadband (NH-ME), LLC, allowing the company to install and operate a cable system in Concord. The council also approved several ordinances and resolutions, including bus stop consolidation, winter parking bans, and funding for police, airport, and golf course operations. All votes were unanimous with no dissenting votes.

• Approved Atlantic Broadband cable franchise (unanimous)
• Approved bus stop consolidation ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved winter parking ban on Jackson Street (unanimous)
• Approved parking prohibition on Whitney Road (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 for Fiscal Tech II at Beaver Meadow Golf Course (unanimous)
• Approved $21,527 police roadway safety grant (unanimous)
• Approved $32,000 airport ARPA funding (unanimous)
• Approved $180,000 transfer to Golf and Inspection funds (unanimous)

City Council

The Concord City Council will hold a public hearing to consider granting a cable television franchise to Atlantic Broadband (NH-ME), LLC. The council will evaluate the applicant's financial ability, service quality, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Public hearing for Atlantic Broadband (NH-ME), LLC cable franchise application

The City Council held a public hearing on Atlantic Broadband's application for a cable television franchise in Concord, as required by state law. No decision was made; the hearing will remain open for written testimony until October 4, 2021, and the Council will make a preliminary determination on October 12, 2021. The meeting also included a consent agenda item on redistricting committee appointments, on which no action was taken.

• Held public hearing on Atlantic Broadband cable franchise (no vote)
• No action taken on Mayor Bouley's Redistricting Committee Appointments
• Adjourned meeting at 6:23 p.m.

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several site plan applications, including a 356,224 sf manufacturing facility at 15 Integra Drive and a new fast food restaurant at 1 Whitney Road. The board will also consider sign replacements and a subdivision amendment for Alice Drive. A hearing for 93-95 Silk Farm Road has been postponed to October.

• Construction of a 356,224 sf manufacturing facility at 15 Integra Drive
• New fast food restaurant with drive-through at 1 Whitney Road
• Paving of new parking area at 11 Whitney Road
• Amendment to a Major Subdivision Plan for cul de sac paving at Alice Drive
• Sign replacements and installations on Loudon Road, South Main Street, and North Main Street

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several infrastructure and redevelopment proposals. These include intersection improvements and asbestos abatement at 32-34 South Main Street.

• $150,000 appropriation for asbestos abatement at 32-34 South Main Street
• $126,064.72 for the Hoit Road / Whitney Road Intersection Improvement Project
• $25,000 grant application for a Concord Makerspace feasibility study
• $27,500 Brownfields Program Grant for hazardous materials abatement at 32-34 South Main Street
• Ordinance amendments regarding parking on Jackson Street and Whitney Road

The City Council approved a series of resolutions related to the redevelopment of the former NH Employment Security Property, including a $150,000 payment to the John J. Flatley Company for exterior asbestos abatement and acceptance of $27,500 in Brownfields grant funds. The Council also extended City Manager Aspell's contract for one year with a 2.75% raise, and approved consent agenda items including appointments and reports. A motion to direct the city to change Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day was approved, with notice to be posted in October and a public hearing in November.

• Approved extension of City Manager Aspell's contract for one year with a 2.75% raise.
• Approved $126,064.72 supplemental donation from Interchange Development for Hoit Road/Whitney Road project.
• Approved $25,000 CDBG grant application for Concord Makerspace feasibility study.
• Approved readoption of Anti-displacement and Relocation Policy.
• Approved ordinance reclassifying Administrative Specialist II to Administrative Library Technician.
• Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement Amendment with John J. Flatley Company for asbestos abatement.
• Approved $150,000 from Economic Development Reserve Funds for asbestos abatement compensation.
• Approved $27,500 Brownfields grant application for hazardous materials abatement.

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board will consider several development applications, including site plans and sign permits. Notable requests include a new manufacturing facility at 15 Integra Drive and a fast food restaurant at 1 Whitney Road. The board will also review subdivision extensions and regulatory amendments.

• Major Site Plan for a 356,224 sf manufacturing facility at 15 Integra Drive
• Major Site Plan for a fast food restaurant with drive-through at 1 Whitney Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a compost facility at 200 Sheep Davis Road
• One-year extension for a cluster subdivision at Hoit Road
• Building addition and parking lot at 93-95 Silk Farm Road

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The committee will review the FY 2021 4th Quarter EMS Billing Report and discuss a water line extension. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 19, 2021.

• Approval of April 19, 2021, meeting minutes
• FY 2021 4th Quarter EMS Billing Report review
• Water line extension

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee unanimously accepted the FY 2021 4th Quarter EMS Billing Report. Members discussed a constituent's complaint about the city lacking an insurance agreement with Anthem, leading to a plan for staff to study the issue and report back. The committee also discussed extending water lines to Bow Junction and potential state funding, with staff to research the matter.

• Approved minutes of April 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2021 4th Quarter EMS Billing Report (unanimous)
• Directed Deputy Manager LeBrun to prepare update on Anthem agreement for next meeting
• Agreed to research water line extension to Bow Junction and NHDES funding options

City Council

The City Council is considering a new downtown overlay district to promote retail and dining on Main Street. The agenda includes public hearings regarding opioid abatement funding and roadway improvements. The council will also canvass the results of the July 13, 2021, Ward Four special election.

• Proposed downtown overlay district for Main Street
• $13,425.24 transfer to Opioid Abatement Reserve fund
• $23,118.64 for Annual Roadway Surface Improvements
• Request to waive police detail costs for Market Days
• Canvass of July 13, 2021, Ward Four election votes

The City Council canvassed the July 13, 2021 Ward Four special election, certifying Karen McNamara as the winner with 135 votes. The council approved the consent agenda (excluding item 27), a satisfactory review for the City Manager, and all public hearing items, including resolutions establishing an Opioid Abatement Reserve fund, funding a Beaver Meadow Golf Course facility assessment, and appropriating funds for roadway improvements and law enforcement programs. The council also denied a request to waive a police detail fee for Market Days and approved repurposing $9,000 for splash pad preparations at White Park.

• Canvassed Ward 4 special election, certifying Karen McNamara (135 votes) as councilor-elect
• Approved satisfactory review for City Manager for prior fiscal year
• Approved resolution establishing Opioid Abatement Reserve fund with $13,425.24 transfer
• Approved $12,500 for Beaver Meadow Golf Course facility assessment
• Approved $23,118.64 for Annual Roadway Surface Improvements project
• Approved $23,151 for law enforcement programs via Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Denied Intown Concord's request to waive $6,789 police detail fee for Market Days
• Approved repurposing $9,000 for White Park splash pad preparations

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several site plan, subdivision, and design review applications. Key items include a 192-unit mixed-use development off Langdon Avenue and a comprehensive development plan for a multi-phase project. The board will also consider various signage changes and telecommunications equipment installation.

• Major site plan for 192 multifamily units and pad sites off Langdon Ave
• Comprehensive development plan for mixed residential/commercial use, including a gas station and grocery store
• Nine-unit condominium cluster subdivision at 462 Josiah Bartlett Road
• Minor site plan for telecommunications equipment at 264 & 268 Sheep Davis Road
• Addition of 24 parking spaces to an existing lot at 162 Pembroke Road

City Council

The City Council will consider a request to rezone land for residential multi-family development. The agenda also includes resolutions for roadway improvements and the elimination of a hazardous building. Additionally, several appropriation requests for park facilities are scheduled for review.

• Rezoning request for Parcel 46Z-33 from Medium Density Residential to Gateway Performance District
• Resolution appropriating $23,118.64 for Annual Roadway Surface Improvements
• Order to eliminate a hazardous building at 107-109 South Main Street
• Appropriation of $12,750 for water installation at the Terrill Park dog park
• Appropriation of $10,825 for a trail groomer at Beaver Meadow Golf Course

The City Council approved an ordinance reclassifying vacant and existing parking enforcement positions into new 'Parking Officer and Equipment Technician' (POET) roles at Labor Grade 12, eliminating a vacant 0.6 FTE position and saving $19,801 annually. The council also approved several resolutions, including accepting donations for a trail groomer, dog park water installation, and pavement restoration, and re-adopted the Beneflex employee benefits plan. All consent agenda items, including various gift acceptances and license agreements, were approved as a block.

• Approved ordinance reclassifying parking positions to POET, eliminating 0.6 FTE, saving $19,801 annually
• Approved resolution accepting $10,825 donation for Beaver Meadow Golf Course trail groomer
• Approved resolution accepting $12,750 from Concord Rotary Club for Terrill Park dog park water line
• Approved resolution accepting $5,000 surety bond for Eastside Drive pavement restoration
• Re-adopted Beneflex Plan for FY2022
• Approved consent agenda including 15 items (gifts, licenses, reports, resolutions)
• Approved appointments of Laura Scott and Tedd Evans to Zoning Board of Adjustment
• Set public hearings for August 9, 2021 on opioid abatement fund, golf course assessment, roadway improvements, law enforcement grants, and zoning/administrative code amendments

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing applications for a large-scale mixed-use development near Langdon Avenue. The agenda also includes requests for new signage, solar panel installations, and several lot line adjustments.

• Major Site Plan for 192 multifamily units and two pad sites off Langdon Ave
• Major Site Plan for restaurant, retail, and coffee shop buildings at 80 Storrs Street
• Lot line adjustment to annex 10.28 acres from 103 Old Loudon Road
• Solar panel installation request at 1 Horseshoe Pond Lane
• Request for five land condominium units off Langdon Ave

City Council

The City Council is holding public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2022 budget appropriations for various city funds. The agenda also includes proposed ordinance amendments regarding water and sewer rate structures.

• FY 2022 budget appropriation for General, Special Revenue, Enterprise, and Debt Service Funds
• Resolution for annual capital project fund closeout and repurposing
• Resolution for FY 2022 Capital Projects and bond/note issuance
• Ordinance amendments to water rate structures and increases
• Ordinance amendments regarding waterworks and sewer rentals

The Concord City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, including a $30,000 restoration of funding for the Friends Program and McKenna House shelters, offset by an increase in rooms and meals tax revenue. The council also approved the capital closeout and FY2022 capital projects funding, along with several water and sewer rate ordinances. All votes were unanimous (14-0).

• Approved FY2022 budget with $30K restored to Friends Program and McKenna House shelters (14-0)
• Approved annual capital closeout and repurposing of capital project funds (14-0)
• Approved FY2022 capital projects funding and bond authorization (14-0)
• Approved water rate structure ordinance (14-0)
• Approved water/wastewater rate increase ordinance (14-0)
• Approved waterworks ordinance amendment (14-0)
• Approved sewer rentals ordinance amendment (14-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing a major site plan for 192 multifamily units, a club house, and two pad sites off Langdon Avenue. The agenda also includes several design reviews for signage, solar panel installation, and various lot line adjustments. Additionally, the board will discuss recommendations regarding tax-deeded properties.

• Major site plan for 192 multifamily units and a club house off Langdon Ave
• Major subdivision for five land condominium units off Langdon Ave
• Site plan for restaurant, retail, and coffee shop at 80 Storrs Street
• Lot line adjustment to annex 10.28 acres from 103 Old Loudon Road
• Solar panel installation at 1 Horseshoe Pond Lane

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on amendments to the Zoning Code and sign fees. The council is also reviewing a resolution to fund property acquisitions for the Merrimack River Greenway and Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trails. Other items include approving various donations and administrative updates.

• $700,000 resolution for property acquisition for the Merrimack River Greenway and Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trails
• Public hearings on amendments to the Zoning Code regarding parking and loading
• Public hearings on amendments to sign fees in the Building and Housing Codes
• $10,825 resolution for a trail groomer at Beaver Meadow Golf Course
• $12,750 resolution for water installation at Terrill Park dog park

The City Council approved two resolutions to acquire former railroad land from Pan Am Systems for the Merrimack River Greenway Trail and Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trail. The first authorized the City Manager to enter into purchase and sale agreements for about 78 acres, and the second appropriated $700,000, funded by $600,000 in bonds and $100,000 from the Conservation Property Reserve. The council also approved three zoning and sign fee ordinance amendments, and several consent agenda items including appointments and reports.

• Approved resolution authorizing purchase and sale agreements with Pan Am for railroad land for trails.
• Approved $700,000 appropriation for land acquisition, with $600,000 in bonds and $100,000 from Conservation Reserve.
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment on access, circulation, parking, and loading.
• Approved ordinance amending building regulations for sign fees.
• Approved ordinance amending general code for sign fees and penalties.
• Approved consent agenda including appointments, reports, and resolutions.
• Referred request for 'No Standing or Stopping' signs on Whitney Road to Parking Committee.
• Referred request for street light on Shawmut Street to Community Development.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold presentations regarding several Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds. These reviews include fund pro formas for the Parking, Airport, Golf, Arena, Solid Waste, Water, and Wastewater funds. A public hearing is also scheduled.

• Inspection Fund presentation
• Parking Fund and Pro Forma review
• Airport Fund and Pro Forma review
• Solid Waste Fund and Pro Forma review
• Public Hearing

Finance Committee

The Concord Finance Committee will review presentations regarding the General Fund for Community Development, Library, Parks and Recreation, and Human Services. The agenda also includes presentations on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts and the Capital Improvement Program.

• General Fund presentations for Community Development, Library, Parks and Recreation, and Human Services
• Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts presentation
• Capital Improvement Program overview and budget listings

City Council

The Concord City Council will meet via Zoom to discuss mask usage in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda also includes consideration of Ordinance No. 3076.

• Discussion regarding masks relative to the COVID-19 pandemic
• Ordinance No. 3076

The City Council voted 10-4 against extending the city's mask mandate, which was set to expire on June 1, 2021. A motion to extend the mandate until July 15, 2021, failed. The Council also voted 7-7 on a motion to adopt a resolution encouraging vaccinations and mask-wearing for the unvaccinated, which failed due to a tie.

• Motion to extend mask mandate until July 15, 2021 failed (4-10)
• Motion to adopt resolution encouraging vaccinations and mask-wearing failed (7-7)
• Meeting adjourned (14-0)

Finance Committee

The Concord Finance Committee will meet via Zoom to hear presentations regarding the General Fund. These presentations include updates for the General Government, Police, Fire, and General Services departments.

• General Government presentation
• Police presentation
• Fire presentation
• General Services presentation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the City Manager's Fiscal Year 2022 budget presentation, including the transmittal letter and budget summaries. A non-public session is also scheduled to discuss compensation adjustments.

• City Manager's Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Presentation
• Review of budget summaries and resolutions
• Discussion of general fund revenue
• Non-public session regarding compensation adjustment

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board will review several applications for site plans and subdivisions. Key items include a nine-lot cluster subdivision at 462 Josiah Bartlett Road and a new retail development at 80 Storrs Street. The board will also consider various design reviews for signs, awnings, and a new deck.

• Nine-lot cluster subdivision at 462 Josiah Bartlett Road
• New restaurant, retail, and coffee shop buildings with a drive-through at 80 Storrs Street
• Signage and awning installation requests for North Main Street and Rumford Street
• Building addition to a condominium subdivision at 16 Thompson Street
• Appointment of a new member to the Architectural Design Review Committee

City Council

The City Council is holding public hearings on converting a multi-road intersection to a 4-way stop and funding hazardous material abatement at South Main Street. The agenda also includes resolutions for acquiring railroad property for the Merrimack River Greenway Trail and Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trail.

• $700,000 appropriation for rail trail acquisitions
• Ordinance to change Bog Road, Carter Hill Road, Horse Hill Road, and River Road intersection to a 4-way stop
• $372,500 for hazardous building materials abatement at 32-34 South Main Street
• $13,000 for Concord Municipal Airport operations and maintenance
• Purchase and Sale Agreement with John J. Flatley Company for redevelopment of former NH Employment Security property

The Concord City Council approved the sale and redevelopment of the former NH Employment Security property at 32-34 South Main Street and 33 South State Street to the John J. Flatley Company, which plans to build an 80,000-square-foot building with approximately 64 market-rate apartments. The council also approved $372,500 for hazardous building materials abatement at the site, funded by a $172,500 NHDES Brownfields grant and $200,000 from the Economic Development Reserve. All votes were unanimous (13-0, with one excused).

• Approved sale of former NH Employment Security property to John J. Flatley Co. for redevelopment (13-0)
• Approved $372,500 for hazardous materials abatement at 32-34 South Main St. (13-0)
• Approved converting Bog Road/Carter Hill Road/Horse Hill Road/River Road intersection to 4-way stop (13-0)
• Approved rezoning near Sonoma Lane to Medium Density Residential and Single Family Residential (13-0)
• Approved $360,000 supplemental for North Pembroke Road Bridge Replacement Project (13-0)
• Approved $13,000 CRRSA grant for Concord Municipal Airport operations (13-0)
• Approved renewal of discretionary preservation easement at 84 Stickney Hill Road (13-0)
• Approved amended water/sewer investment fee ordinance allowing 10-year payment (13-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several site plan applications, including a mixed-use development on Langdon Avenue and new buildings at 80 Storrs Street. The agenda also includes proposed changes to off-street parking requirements for drive-through restaurants.

• Mixed-use residential and commercial development plan on Langdon Ave
• New restaurant, retail, and coffee shop buildings at 80 Storrs Street
• Proposed amendment to drive-through parking stacking requirements
• Major site plan for a new parking lot at 25 Henniker Street

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee will review year-to-date financial statements ending March 31, 2021. The agenda also includes discussions regarding tax deeding of manufactured homes in parks and sewer charges.

• Tax deeding of manufactured homes in parks
• FY 2021 year-to-date financial statement review
• 3rd Quarter EMS Billing Report
• Communication regarding sewer charges
• Closed Loop Irrigation System

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee unanimously approved referring a resident's complaint about sewer billing for irrigation to the full City Council, alongside utility rate structure changes. It also unanimously approved referring a report recommending tax deeds on eight manufactured homes in parks with unredeemed 2015 tax liens. The committee reviewed financial reports and discussed ARPA funding, but took no other formal actions.

• Referred closed loop irrigation sewer billing matter to City Council (unanimous)
• Referred tax deed report on eight manufactured homes to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 15, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council is reviewing ordinances related to zoning, fees, and water/sewer investment calculations. Significant items include funding appropriations for the North Pembroke Road Bridge Replacement and the Hoit Road/Whitney Road intersection project. Public hearings will also address real estate acquisitions and development agreements.

• $360,000 appropriation for North Pembroke Road Bridge Replacement Project
• $4,780,000 appropriation for Hoit Road/Whitney Road Intersection Improvement project
• Development agreement with Interchange Development L.L.C. for intersection improvements
• Corporate guaranty from Demoulas Super Markets, Inc. for a Whitney Road grocery store
• $130,000 to fund a Police Department officer for the Drug Task Force

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several site plan applications, including a 236-unit residential project at 70 Pembroke Road. The board will also consider a request to rezone approximately 30 acres off Kyle Road. Some items have been requested for continuance to the April meeting.

• 236-unit mixed-use development at 70 Pembroke Road
• Rezoning of approximately 30 acres off Kyle Road
• New parking lot and permit requests for 25 Henniker Street
• Three-lot subdivision near Blackwater Road and Horse Hill Road
• Sign replacement and design changes at 1 Whitney Road

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee will review a report regarding water and wastewater utility rate structure changes. The meeting includes a review of FY 2021 year-to-date financial statements and cost drivers for the FY 2022 budget. Additionally, the committee will discuss proposed revisions to the FY 2022 budget schedule and guidelines.

• Water/Wastewater Utility Rate Structure Change report
• FY 2021 year-to-date financial statement review
• FY 2022 budget cost drivers discussion
• Proposed FY 2022 budget schedule and guideline revisions
• Approval of February 1, 2021 meeting minutes

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee voted unanimously to refer a proposed change to the water and wastewater rate structure to the full City Council. The change would add a fixed fee based on meter size to the wastewater fund and adjust the water fund's fixed fee, aiming to stabilize rates without changing overall revenue. The committee also unanimously recommended revised Finance Committee Guidelines and a draft budget review schedule to the City Council. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of the February 1, 2021 meeting unanimously.
• Referred the General Services Department's rate structure change recommendation to the full City Council (unanimous).
• Recommended revised Finance Committee Guidelines and draft Budget Review schedule to the full City Council (unanimous).
• Approved adjournment at 5:45 PM (unanimous).

City Council

The City Council is conducting public hearings regarding a development agreement for the Hoit Road and Whitney Road intersection project. This includes discussions on TIF district financing and a $4,780,000 appropriation for infrastructure improvements. The council is also reviewing various municipal appointments and fund transfers.

• Public hearing for Interchange Development L.L.C. at Hoit Road/Whitney Road intersection
• $4,780,000 appropriation for the Hoit Road/Whitney Road Intersection Improvement project
• Rezoning request for Map 193P, Lot 117 from residential RO and RS to residential RM
• $516,784.22 reimbursement for COVID-19 related expenditures via GOFFERR funds
• $12,000 appropriation for National League of Cities Race Equity and Leadership training

The City Council held public hearings on the proposed Hoit Road/Whitney Road intersection improvement project (CIP #30) and related resolutions, including a development agreement with Interchange Development L.L.C. and expansion of the Penacook Village TIF District. Final action on these items was scheduled for the April 12, 2021 meeting. The Council also approved several other resolutions, including funding for a 'Welcome to East Concord' gateway sign, race equity training, and COVID-19 reimbursements.

• Approved the consent agenda, including reports on gifts, financial statements, golf fees, and appointments.
• Referred a rezoning request for Map 193P, Lot 117 to Community Development and the Planning Board.
• Set public hearings for April 12, 2021 on resolutions for the Hoit Road/Whitney Road project, including a $4.78M appropriation and TIF district expansion.
• Approved the 'Welcome to East Concord' gateway sign (CIP #24) with $1,500 in donations and $1,692.39 from the General Fund.
• Approved up to $20,000 for National League of Cities Race Equity and Leadership training.
• Approved the Elderly Exemption income level increases to $36,250 for single and $50,750 for married applicants.
• Approved an ordinance amending the Board of Ethics to include term limits.
• Approved a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Concord Fire Officers Association, Local 3195.

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several development applications, including a large mixed-use residential project and various site plans. The meeting also includes design reviews for business signage and requests for minor subdivisions.

• Comprehensive Development Plan and Major Site Plan for 236 units at 70 Pembroke Road
• Minor Subdivision and Conditional Use Permit for off-site parking at 111 1/2 Warren Street
• Minor Subdivision for a medical office building and surgery center at 250 Pleasant Street
• Major Site Plan for a new restaurant and drive-through facility at 310 Loudon Road
• Request to re-zone approximately 30 acres off Kyle Road (postponed)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing resolutions for the Hoit Road and Whitney Road intersection improvement project. The agenda includes a corporate guaranty from Demoulas Super Markets, Inc. for a new grocery store on Whitney Road. Other items involve COVID-19 expenditure reimbursements and election funding.

• $4,780,000 appropriation for Hoit Road / Whitney Road Intersection Improvement project
• Development Agreement with Interchange Development L.L.C. regarding intersection improvements
• Corporate guaranty from Demoulas Super Markets, Inc. for a grocery store on Whitney Road
• $516,784.22 reimbursement for COVID-19 expenditures via GOFFERR funds
• $87,353.96 in CARES Act funding for election operating expenses

The Concord City Council unanimously approved several resolutions, including transferring $980,000 from the General Fund to reserves for highway paving, equipment, and recreation, and appropriating $79,700 for furniture and software maintenance. They also approved $75,000 for the Recreation Reserve from the sale of the former East Concord Community Center, $10,000 for Green Street Community Center door replacement, and $20,000 for an ICMA fellowship. The council set multiple items for March public hearings, including the Hoit Road/Whitney Road intersection project and a $4.78 million appropriation.

• Approved $980,000 transfer to reserves (15-0)
• Approved $79,700 for furniture, equipment, software (15-0)
• Approved $75,000 to Recreation Reserve from East Concord Community Center sale (15-0)
• Approved $10,000 for Green Street Community Center door replacement (15-0)
• Approved $20,000 for ICMA Local Government Management Fellowship (15-0)
• Approved Planning Board ordinance amendment (15-0)
• Set public hearings for Hoit Road/Whitney Road project and related items
• Set $12,000 Race, Equity and Leadership training for March 8 hearing (15-0)

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee is reviewing financial reports and budget targets. The agenda includes a review of the 2nd Quarter EMS Billing Report and summary financial statements through December 31, 2020. Additionally, the committee will discuss the tax rate target for the FY 2022 budget.

• Review of 2nd Quarter EMS Billing Report
• Review of Summary Financial Statements FYTD 12/31/2020
• Discussion of Tax Rate Target for FY 2022 Budget

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee reviewed the FY2021 second-quarter EMS billing report and December financial statements, noting a 93.5% property tax collection rate. They discussed FY2022 budget drivers, including contractual wage, health insurance, and NH Retirement System increases, which could raise the tax rate by 6-7%. The committee recommended that the City Manager present a responsible budget with the direction to keep the tax rate increase as close to zero as possible, following the same process as FY2021.

• Approved minutes of December 21, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2021 2nd Quarter EMS Billing Report (unanimous)
• Recommended City Manager present FY2022 budget with tax rate increase as close to zero as possible (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a major site plan for a new restaurant and drive-through at 310 Loudon Road. The meeting also includes sign replacement requests and a conversion to residential/commercial use at 189 N. Main Street. Additionally, the board will review impact fee inflationary rates.

• Major Site Plan for restaurant and drive-through at 310 Loudon Road
• Conversion of structure to five-unit residential/commercial use at 189 N. Main Street
• Sign replacement applications for 327 Loudon Road, 92 South Street, and 211 Loudon Road
• Annual Review of Impact Fee Inflationary Rates ordinance

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions and public hearings regarding municipal funding and infrastructure. Key items include a proposal for large-scale outdoor lighting replacement and various community development grants. The agenda also includes land conservation acquisitions and airport maintenance funding.

• $718,000 resolution for replacing outdoor lighting with LED fixtures
• $49,000 for acquiring conservation land near District No. 5 Road
• Grant applications up to $500,000 for Riverbend Community Mental Health properties
• $11,015 for the design of a new playground at White Park
• $30,000 in CARES Act funding for Concord Municipal Airport maintenance