Concord public meetings in 2023

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several major development requests including an automotive repair shop on Loudon Road and a new building for Granite State Baptist Church. The agenda also includes a phased mixed residential and commercial development near Black Hill Road and a 9-unit condominium proposal.

• Major Site Plan and two CUPs for B&L Transmissions, LLC at 388 Loudon Rd
• Major Site Plan and two CUPs for Granite State Baptist Church at 236 Sheep Davis Rd
• Major Subdivision for a 9-unit residential condominium at 15 Hot Hole Pond Road
• Comprehensive Development Plan for phased mixed residential/commercial development off Black Hill Road
• Amendment to approved Major Site Plan for Popeye’s at 310 Loudon Road

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and related audit documents. The meeting includes a presentation by auditors regarding these fiscal records.

• FY 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presentation
• FY 2023 Single Audit Report presentation
• FY 2023 Report of Governmental Auditing Standards presentation

City Council

The City Council will consider several large-scale funding requests including a new golf course facility and police headquarters real estate. Other items include workforce housing grants, park improvements, and various departmental fund transfers.

• $10,308,000 for Beaver Meadow Golf Course Club House & Buildings construction
• $4,090,000 for Police Headquarters real estate at 4 Bouton St and 124 North State St
• $800,000 for a new playground at White Park
• Up to $500,000 in CDBG funds for Dakota Partners' workforce housing at 103 Old Loudon Road
• Up to $500,000 in CDBG funds for Fellowship Housing Opportunities improvements

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee will review the FY 2023 Surplus Report and accompanying resolutions. These items include proposed appropriations for human services software, general fund operations, and a recreation reserve project.

• $2,584,300 appropriation to transfer surplus to Reserves
• $27,500 appropriation for Human Services Software CIP #302
• $126,800 appropriation for FY 2024 General Fund Operations from Reserves
• $197,436 appropriation for Skatehouse from the Recreation Reserve

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several major subdivision and design review applications. Items include a 98-unit multifamily development at 103 Old Loudon Road and a mixed residential/commercial project in the Gateway Performance District.

• 9-unit residential condominium at 15 Hot Hole Road
• 98-unit multifamily development at 103 Old Loudon Road
• Mixed residential and commercial development including a gas station and assisted living facility
• Signage requests for 8 Loudon Road and 72 Storrs Street
• Lighting amendment for Delta Dental at 1 Delta Drive

City Council

The Concord City Council is reviewing several large-scale capital appropriation resolutions and property acquisitions. Proposed items include funding for the Beaver Meadow Golf Course facility and real estate for a police headquarters project. The council will also hold public hearings on demolition review regulations and discuss parking changes.

• $10,308,000 appropriation for Beaver Meadow Golf Course Club House & Buildings Project
• $4,090,000 real estate acquisition at 4 Bouton Street and 124 North State Street for Police Headquarters
• Public hearing on amending demolition review regulations in the Building and Housing Codes
• Ordinance changes to remove parking restrictions on South Street and Washington Street
• $68,000 appropriation for a Source Development Charge Study

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing several design, site plan, and subdivision applications. Items include mixed-use developments, residential projects, and various sign and landscape requests.

• Mixed-use retail/residential and multifamily housing development off Whitney Road and Monitor Way
• Comprehensive development for apartments, restaurant, and retail at 260-282 Loudon Road
• Major site plan and conditional use permits for a road and bridge across the Soucook River at 320 Sheep Davis Road
• Conditional Use Permit for doggy day care at 219 Fisherville Road
• Minor subdivision lot line adjustment involving approximately 10,000 sf of land at 211 Bog Road

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding multi-million dollar appropriations for wastewater, sewer, and police department projects. The agenda also includes various resolutions for fund transfers, donations, and property matters.

• $820,000 for Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant Renovations
• $750,000 for Sewer Pump Station Improvements
• $1,150,000 for Sewer Main Rehabilitation and Construction
• $505,000 for Police Department retention payments and overtime
• Removal of school zone parking restrictions on South Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review several design review applications for business signage and a sidewalk exhibit. The agenda also includes site plan amendments, a church conversion into 30 residential units, and various subdivision requests.

• Signage requests for 5 Pleasant Street Extension, 6 Pleasant Street, 10 Langdon Ave, 10 Loudon Road, 70 North Main Street, and 45 South Main Street
• Signage and monument sign requests for 70 Constitution Ave
• Site plan amendment for building and landscape lighting at 1 Delta Drive
• Site plan amendment for architectural changes at 120 Pleasant Street
• Major Site Plan and Conditional Use Permits for a church conversion to 30 residential units at 177 N. Main Street

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure appropriations and municipal fund transfers. The agenda includes public hearings on parking ordinance changes and the Merrimack River Greenway Trail project.

• $680,000 for Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant emergency bypass equipment
• $820,000 for Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant Renovations (CIP #104)
• $750,000 for Sewer Pump Station Improvements (CIP #275)
• $705,000 for Merrimack River Greenway Trail project (CIP #543)
• Parking ordinance amendments for South Street and Washington Street

The City Council approved a cash management policy, tax prepayment authorization, and several financial reports. It also authorized a grant application for up to $1 million for the InvestNH Municipal Per Unit Grant Program. Multiple resolutions regarding wastewater and sewer funding were set for future public hearings.

• Approved resolution to apply for up to $1M InvestNH Municipal Per Unit Grant (Passed)
• Adopted a Cash Management Policy (Passed)
• Authorized prepayment of taxes per RSA 80:52-a (Passed)
• Approved designating depositories for Fiscal Year 2024 (Passed)
• Approved resolution for short term investment of excess funds (Passed)
• Approved acceptance of $1,547.11 in monetary gifts for the Library (Passed)
• Authorized Police Department to apply for Granite United Way grants for 2023-2024 (Passed)
• Approved report regarding nuisance abatement costs for 77 Village Street (Passed)

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The committee will review the March 20, 2023, draft meeting minutes and examine quarterly Fire Department EMS billing reports for FY 2023. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Loudon School Tax billing.

• Approval of March 20, 2023, draft meeting minutes
• FY 2023 3rd Quarter EMS Billing Receivables & Allowances
• FY 2023 4th Quarter EMS Billing Receivables & Allowances
• Loudon School Tax Billing

The committee approved the minutes from March 20, 2023, and accepted the FY 2023 third and fourth quarter ambulance billing reports. The committee also received an update regarding a change in the billing schedule for 13 properties in the Town of Loudon.

• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2023 third and fourth quarter ambulance billing reports (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter non-public session for negotiations (unanimous)
• Approved motion to seal minutes of the non-public session (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering several major site plans, including a church conversion into 30 residential units. The agenda also includes requests for solar arrays, age-restricted housing, and various sign approvals.

• Conversion of a church into 30 residential units at 177 N. Main Street
• Ground mounted solar array for on-site use at 264-268 Sheep Davis Road
• Three new residential buildings at 149 East Side Drive
• Three 3-story multifamily buildings totaling 98 units at 103 Old Loudon Road
• New 144 unit age restricted residential development at 33 Old Loudon Road

City Council

The council will consider a $705,000 appropriation for the Merrimack River Greenway Trail project. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a tax relief incentive for renovations at 177 North Main Street. The agenda also includes parking ordinance changes and new cemetery staff positions.

• $705,000 appropriation for the Merrimack River Greenway Trail project
• $100,000 city financial support for a Concord Coach display structure
• Tax relief incentive application for 177 North Main Street renovation
• New cemetery crew leader and maintenance specialist positions
• License agreement for a parking lot at 89-91 Loudon Road

The City Council approved a seven-year community revitalization tax relief incentive for the renovation of 177 North Main Street into 33 market-rate rental units. The council also approved several license agreements for city property and accepted various monetary gifts.

• Approved 7-year RSA 79-e tax relief for 177 North Main Street housing (no dissenting votes)
• Approved license agreement with ZV Investments L.L.C. for parking at 89-91 Loudon Road
• Approved license agreement with Pierce Brigade for signage at Bradley Park
• Approved $100,000 financial support and license agreement for Concord Coach display at 45-49 South Main Street
• Approved appointment of Allen M. Desbiens to Energy & Environment Advisory Committee
• Approved acceptance of hockey rink boards valued at $15,000 from Black Ice Pond Hockey Association
• Approved report to discontinue a portion of Stickney Avenue
• Approved lot line adjustment for 211 Bog Road

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board is considering multiple major site plan applications for new housing. These include multifamily units at 103 Old Loudon Road and an age-restricted development at 33 Old Loudon Road. The agenda also includes reviews for solar arrays, signage, and subdivision requests.

• Major Site Plan for 98 multifamily units at 103 Old Loudon Road
• Major Site Plan for 144-unit age-restricted development at 33 Old Loudon Road
• Major Site Plan for urgent care and 30,000 sf mixed-use building at Interchange Drive
• Conditional Use Permit for a ground-mounted solar array at 264-268 Sheep Davis Road
• Minor Site Plan for a 3,600 sf maintenance building at 99 Clinton Street

City Council

The Concord City Council is considering several items including police grant applications and the creation of a $385,000 Assessing Reserve fund. The agenda also includes discussions on land conservation in Curtisville Road and parking changes in Penacook.

• Establishment of a $385,000 Assessing Reserve fund from the Unassigned Fund Balance
• Police Department grant applications for roadway safety and opioid abuse reduction
• Acceptance of 24.103 acres of land for conservation on Curtisville Road
• Resolution regarding highway discontinuance and right-of-way for Canal Street in Penacook
• Authorization to accept $4,971.12 from the New Hampshire opioid settlement lawsuit

The City Council approved several police grant applications, the acceptance of 24.103 acres of conservation land, and multiple advisory committee appointments. The council also approved the acceptance of a $4,971.12 opioid settlement and $5,508.09 in library gifts.

• Approved acceptance of 24.103 acres of conservation land on Curtisville Road
• Approved $4,971.12 opioid settlement transfer to Opioid Reserve
• Approved $5,508.09 in monetary gifts for the library
• Approved police grant applications for roadway safety and opioid abuse reduction
• Approved DOJ grant applications for ballistic vests and law enforcement programs
• Approved discontinuance and widening of portions of Canal Street in Penacook
• Approved reappointment of Rita Castonguay Hunt to Airport Advisory Committee
• Approved appointments to Solid Waste and Transportation Policy Advisory Committees

Planning Board

The Planning Board is considering several major site plans, including a 144-unit age-restricted development at 33 Old Loudon Road and an urgent care facility at Interchange Drive. The agenda also includes design reviews for various business signs, subdivision requests, and the proposed Canal Street Riverfront Park.

• 144-unit age restricted residential development at 33 Old Loudon Road
• Urgent care facility and mixed use office/retail building at 1, 5, 7 and 9 Interchange Drive
• Canal Street Riverfront Park at 11 Canal Street
• New 5,300 square-foot food pantry building at 60 South Main Street
• Charitable gaming hall, restaurant, and microbrewery at 7 Break O’ Day Drive

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding funding for the Bridge Park feasibility study and a Memorial Field Complex park master plan. The agenda also includes a $385,000 transfer to establish an Assessing Reserve fund and easement updates for the municipal airport.

• $200,000 appropriation for Bridge Park Feasibility Study
• $142,000 for Memorial Field Complex Park Master Plan
• $385,000 transfer to establish an Assessing Reserve fund
• Easement modifications for United Therapeutics hangar at Concord Municipal Airport
• Appointment of Dana Adams to the Concord Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The City Council approved funding for a Bridge Park Feasibility Study and a Park Master Plan for the Memorial Field Complex. The Council also approved the City Manager's five-year employment contract and several consent items, including the appointment of Dana Adams to the Housing & Redevelopment Authority.

• Approved City Manager's five-year employment contract
• Approved $200,000 for Bridge Park Feasibility Study (13-1)
• Approved $142,000 for Memorial Field Complex Park Master Plan
• Approved appointment of Dana Adams to Concord Housing & Redevelopment Authority
• Approved $6,500 donation for Fire and Police active shooter drill
• Approved $198.00 in monetary gifts for Parks and Recreation
• Approved easements for United Therapeutics hangar at Concord Municipal Airport
• Approved First Amendment to Easement for 10 Whitney Road

City Council

The City Council will review resolutions regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget for the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Enterprise Funds, and Debt Service Funds. The agenda also includes a proposed ordinance to amend water use rates.

• FY 2024 Operating Budget resolution
• FY 2024 Capital Budget resolution of $20,133,326
• Authorization of $13,938,000 in bonds and notes
• $240,000 in state grant funds acceptance
• $500,000 in Land and Water Conservations Funds acceptance

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget with amendments to increase expenses by $495,150 and the capital projects budget. The council also approved updated water use rates and the annual capital closeout. A motion to freeze the rates of Pay As You Throw trash bags was defeated.

• Approved FY 2024 operating budget of $110,666,987 with $495,150 in added expenses (15-0)
• Approved annual capital closeout and repurposing of project funds (15-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Capital Projects budget with amendments to total $20,163,326 (15-0)
• Approved $60,000 to replace Fire Marshall's 2017 vehicle with a Ford F-150 (15-0)
• Approved ordinance amending water use rates (15-0)
• Denied motion to keep Pay As You Throw trash bag rates unchanged (7-8)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review various special revenue funds and enterprise funds. The meeting includes presentations of pro forma documents for several city funds, including the Water and Wastewater funds.

• Parking Fund Pro Forma presentation
• Airport Fund Pro Forma presentation
• Conservation Property Fund presentation
• Revolving Loan Fund presentation
• Golf Fund Pro Forma presentation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear presentations regarding the General Fund for Community Development, Library, Parks and Recreation, and Human Services. The meeting also includes a review of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Districts.

• General Fund department presentations
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) overview and budget details
• Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Districts review

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear departmental presentations regarding the General Fund. These presentations cover General Government, Police, Fire, and General Services.

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

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the City Manager's Fiscal Year 2024 budget presentation, including the schedule and transmittal letter. The meeting includes reviews of budget summaries, resolutions, and general fund revenue and expense documents.

• City Manager's Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Presentation
• Budget Summaries, Resolutions, and General Fund Revenue and Expense review

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several development applications, including a riverfront park and multiple residential subdivisions. The board will also consider site plan amendments for businesses and utility improvements. Some items have been postponed or continued to the next meeting.

• Review of proposed Canal Street Riverfront Park at 11 Canal Street
• 68-unit townhome development at 150 Fisherville Road
• Site Plan for a gaming hall, restaurant, and microbrewery at 7 Break O’ Day Drive
• 10,000 sf building for St. Paul’s School at 325 Pleasant Street
• Addition of six residential units to a building at 5 Thomas Street

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 resolutions, including city-wide budget appropriations and capital project funding. Public hearings are scheduled for various ordinances and infrastructure improvements.

• $1,131,303 for Loudon Road Bridge Rehabilitation and Road and Water Improvements (CIP #588)
• $200,000 for a Bridge Park Feasibility Study (CIP #657)
• $142,000 for a Memorial Field Complex Park Master Plan (CIP #557)
• $10,000 for the Sustainable Tree Program
• Amendments to water and sewer use rates and fixed charges

The City Council voted 13-0 to approve a satisfactory evaluation for the City Manager. The council also approved consent agenda items including appointments to the Housing Authority and Board of Trustees of Trust Funds, and set public hearings for June on the FY2024 budget, capital projects, and water rate changes. A resolution to terminate a 79-E covenant at 10 Pleasant Street Ext was moved to a public hearing.

• Approved City Manager's satisfactory evaluation (13-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments to Concord Housing Authority and Board of Trustees of Trust Funds
• Set public hearing for resolution to terminate 79-E covenant at 10 Pleasant Street Ext
• Set public hearings for June 5 on FY2024 budget, capital closeout, and bond authorization
• Set public hearing for June 5 on water rate ordinance amendment
• Set public hearing for June 12 on $200,000 Bridge Park Feasibility Study bond
• Set public hearing for June 12 on $142,000 Memorial Field Complex Park Master Plan
• Approved $1,131,303 for Loudon Road Bridge rehabilitation with state and bond funding

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board will review several major site plan applications, including a new food pantry and an admission center for St. Paul’s School. The board will also consider a proposed gaming hall, restaurant, and microbrewery. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of sign applications and residential extensions.

• New 5,300 square-foot food pantry at 60 South State Street
• 10,000 square-foot St. Paul’s School Admission Center at 325 Pleasant Street
• 68-unit townhome development at 150 Fisherville Road
• Charitable gaming hall, restaurant, and microbrewery at 7 Break O’ Day Drive
• Age-restricted condominium units at 61 Borough Road

City Council

The City Council will consider a transition from manual to automated solid waste collection. Other items include funding for the Loudon Road Bridge Rehabilitation and various ordinance amendments regarding fees and licensing.

• $1,131,303 for Loudon Road Bridge Rehabilitation and Road and Water Improvements
• $713,500 to supplement underground fuel tank replacement project
• $10,000 for the Sustainable Tree Program
• Transition from manual to automated solid waste collection
• Amendment of Code of Ordinances regarding fees, fines, and penalties

The City Council approved a ten-year contract with Casella for waste collection, featuring a pilot program starting July 1, 2026, and a full transition to automated collection by July 1, 2028. The Council also approved a waste disposal contract with Win-Waste and updated the solid waste ordinance to remove flow control.

• Approved transition to automated waste collection by July 1, 2028, with a pilot starting July 1, 2026
• Approved contract for solid waste disposal with Win-Waste
• Approved ordinance removing solid waste flow control
• Approved $713,500 for underground fuel tank replacement (CIP #323)
• Approved creation of Assistant Community Development Director, Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives, and Permitting System Coordinator positions
• Approved modifications to Optional and All Veterans’ Tax Credits
• Approved $85,115.13 repurposing from City Hall project to Police Station Building Rehab
• Approved naming of Memorial Field tennis courts as Coach Harvey Smith tennis courts

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The committee will review the proposed FY2024 budget schedule and guidelines. Discussion items also include electrical aggregation, assessing, water line extension, and solid waste.

• Proposed FY2024 Budget Schedule and Guidelines
• Electrical Aggregation
• Assessing Presentation
• Water Line Extension
• Solid Waste

The committee approved recommendations for an electric aggregation plan and tasked City Administration with water line extension talks with Bow and Pembroke. Members also agreed to move the FY 2024 budget review start date to May 18. A proposal to accelerate a property measure and list project was discussed for the FY 2024 budget.

• Approved recommendation to task Energy and Environment Advisory Committee with electric aggregation plan
• Approved tasking City Administration with continuing water line extension discussions with Town of Bow
• Reached consensus to proceed with water line extension discussions with Pembroke
• Approved shifting FY 2024 budget review start date to May 18
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved motion to seal minutes of non-public session regarding contract negotiations

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing several major site plan applications including a 35,000 sf aircraft hangar, an 80-unit multifamily complex, and a 68-unit townhome development. The agenda also includes multiple design review requests for signage and various conditional use permits.

• Construction of a 35,000 sf aircraft hangar at 34 Regional Drive
• Conversion of buildings into an 80-unit multifamily complex at 11 Stickney Ave
• A 68-unit townhome development at 150 Fisherville Road
• New two-story forensic psychiatric hospital structure at 36 Clinton Street
• Construction of a charitable gaming hall, restaurant, and microbrewery at 7 Break O’ Day Drive

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including a lease for United Therapeutics Corporation at the municipal airport. Other items include funding for underground fuel tank replacements and various tax exemption modifications.

• $713,500 for underground fuel tank replacement (CIP #332)
• Lease agreement with United Therapeutics Corporation at Concord Municipal Airport
• Grant application up to $1,000,000 for Penacook Branch Library and Community Center
• Grant application up to $328,000 for a new Municipal Airport terminal building
• $150,809.22 transfer to the Opioid Abatement Reserve

The City Council approved a 20-year lease with United Therapeutics Corporation for an aircraft hangar at the municipal airport. Council also approved a plan to promote inclusivity and representation of residents. Several grant applications and tax agreements were authorized.

• Approved 20-year lease with United Therapeutics Corporation for aircraft hangar
• Approved Mayor's report/plan for promoting inclusivity and representation
• Approved $150,809.22 transfer to Opioid Abatement Reserve
• Approved $34,000 for concrete outdoor dining barriers (amended to be discretionary)
• Approved $25,000 grant for water rescue equipment
• Approved grant applications for Penacook Branch Library ($1M) and airport terminal design ($107K and $328K)
• Approved modification of the Elderly Exemption
• Approved appointment of Brenda Perkins to the Zoning Board of Adjustment

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board is reviewing applications for completeness, including a 68-unit townhome development and a mixed-use project off Manchester Street. The agenda also includes public hearings for a new gaming hall and gas station use. Two major applications were postponed to the March meeting.

• 68-unit townhome development at 150 Fisherville Road
• Mixed residential and commercial development off Manchester Street
• 35,000 sf aircraft hangar construction at 65 Regional Drive
• Charitable gaming hall, restaurant, and microbrewery at 7 Break O’ Day Drive
• Building additions and new construction at 138 Hall Street

City Council

The City Council is considering several resolutions regarding infrastructure, city employee benefits, and budget transfers. Proposed items include establishing a bridge repair fund and allocating settlement funds for opioid abatement.

• Establishment of a $1,959,113.76 Bridge Reserve Fund for capital repairs
• Allocation of $150,809.22 to the Opioid Abatement Reserve from settlement funds
• $34,000 appropriation for concrete barriers to facilitate outdoor dining in parking spaces
• Ordinance to add Juneteenth as a city holiday
• $50,750 for Paid Family Medical Leave and referral bonuses for city employees

The City Council approved several personnel updates, including the addition of Juneteenth as a holiday and $50,750 for paid family medical leave and referral bonuses. The council also established a $1.96 million Bridge Reserve Fund and approved various grants for wastewater and library services. A motion to form an ad-hoc committee on diversity failed on a voice vote.

• Approved addition of Juneteenth as an observed holiday
• Approved $50,750 for paid family medical leave and referral bonuses
• Established $1,959,113.76 Bridge Reserve Fund
• Approved $250,000 for solar array at Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approved $100,000 for process evaluation at Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approved $75,000 for lead service line inventory
• Approved $13,941 in donations for the Concord Public Library
• Denied motion to form ad-hoc committee on diversity (voice vote)

Planning Board

The Concord Planning Board is reviewing several development applications, including a proposed gaming hall, hotel, and restaurant at 7 Break O’ Day Drive. The board will also consider a 4,713 SF building addition for the New Hampshire Army National Guard at 24 Pembroke Road. Other items include signage requests and driveway permits.

• Proposed gaming hall, hotel, restaurant, and parking at 7 Break O’ Day Drive
• 4,713 SF building addition for the NH Army National Guard at 24 Pembroke Road
• Restaurant with drive-through and retail space at 10 Whitney Road
• Signage requests for 167 Loudon Road and 258 Sheep Davis Rd
• Request for a second driveway at 22 Harvard Street

Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee

The committee will review the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and independent auditor's report. The agenda also includes presentations on ambulance billing, tax bills, and the tax rate target.

• Presentation of the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Review of FY 2023 Q1 and Q2 ambulance billing reports
• New Munis Tax Bill presentation
• Discussion regarding tax rate target
• Updates on water line extension and stormwater utility

The Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee recommended continuing the process of having the City Manager prepare a responsible budget for FY 2024. The committee also reviewed the FY 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and a new tax bill format.

• Approved draft minutes from December 19, 2022 meeting
• Recommended City Manager prepare a responsible budget for FY 2024
• Adjourned meeting via unanimous voice vote

City Council

The City Council is considering several financial resolutions, including a $1,959,113.76 transfer to a Bridge Reserve Fund. Public hearings are scheduled for federal grants to support housing at 6 South State Street and office space for the Crisis Center of Central New Hampshire. The council will also review updates to city personnel rules and holiday observances.

• $1,959,113.76 transfer to a Bridge Reserve Fund
• $500,000 CDBG grant for housing at 6 South State Street
• $500,000 CDBG grant for Crisis Center space at 27 Warren Street
• $250,000 for solar array at Hall Street Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Ordinance to add Juneteenth as a city holiday

The City Council approved several resolutions to apply for CDBG grants to support housing for persons exiting homelessness and office space for domestic violence victims. The Council also approved a collective bargaining agreement with Local 2322 and transferred $950,000 to Trust Fund Reserves.

• Approved grant application up to $500,000 for 8 housing units at 6 South State Street
• Approved grant application up to $500,000 for office space at 27 Warren Street
• Approved $950,000 transfer from FY 2022 General Fund Assigned Fund Balance to Trust
• Approved $94,000 from reserve funds for furniture, equipment, and training
• Approved $100,000 for cyber security at Water and Wastewater Treatment plants
• Approved two-year Collective Bargaining Agreement with Local 2322 (UAW)
• Approved modification of a part-time position to full-time Permit Technician
• Re-adopted the City's Housing and Community Development Plan