City Council

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 · 7:00 PM AM · City Council Chambers 37 Green Street Concord, NH 03301

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Action: approved

Councilor Kurtz moved approval of the consent agenda. Items #9, #24, #25, and # 28 were pulled from the consent agenda. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Sekou. Councilor Kurtz moved to amend Item #8 to also be referred to the Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC). The motion passed with no dissenting votes.
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Non-meeting in accordance with RSA 91-A, II (a) followed by a non-public session in accordance with RSA 91-A: 3, II (d) to discuss property acquisition to begin at 5:30 p.m.
Mayor Champlin called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
Invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call.
Approval of the Meeting Minutes.
25-602 September 8, 2025 City Council Draft Meeting Minutes.
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Action: approved

Councilor Grady Sexton moved approved of the September 8, 2025, Draft Meeting Minutes. Councilor McNamara duly seconded the motion and passed with no dissenting votes.
Agenda overview by the Mayor.
**Consent Agenda Items**
Referral to Community Development and the Traffic Operations Committee
7. Request for the installation of additional street lights on Prescott Street.
referrals
Action: approved

Item was referred to Community Development and the Traffic Operations Committee.
Referral to the Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee, the City Solicitor, the Director of Real Estate Assessments and Community Development
8. Report from the Energy & Environment Advisory Committee recommending that City Council refer the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy and Resiliency (C-PACER) program to the Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee, City Solicitor, and Community Development Department - Administration for review.
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Action: approved

Item was referred to the Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee, the City Solicitor, the Director of Real Estate Assessments, Community Development, and the Economic Development Advisory Committee.
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Referral to the Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee and the Parks and Recreation Department
9. Communication from Concord National Youth Softball (CNYS) and Concord Northeast (CNE) regarding unification into a single recreation softball program and proposed expansion of CNYS's lease to include Dillon and Sanel Fields. (Pulled from consent by Councilor Fennessy.)
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Pulled from consent for discussion.
Referral to the Transportation Policy Advisory Committee
10. Communication from Christopher Herr, 15 Cypress Street, regarding bus entry/exit plans and sidewalk safety concerns for the new Rundlett Middle School.
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Action: approved

Item was referred to the Transportation Policy Advisory Committee.
Items Tabled for November 10, 2025 Public Hearings
11. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances; Title II, Traffic Code; Chapter 18, Parking, Article 18-1, Stopping, Standing and Parking, Section 18-1-16, Handicapped Parking, Schedule XVIII; to clarify parking requirements for public accessible parking spaces and time limit requirements; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Ordinance moved to set for a public hearing.
12. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title IV, Zoning Code; Chapter 28, Zoning Ordinance, Article 28-2, Zoning Districts and Allowable Uses, by amending Section 28-2-4(k), Table of Accessory Uses; Article 28-5, Supplemental Standards, Section 28-5-9 Child Day Care Facilities; and the Glossary; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager - Development.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Ordinance moved to set for a public hearing.
13. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title IV, Zoning Code; Chapter 28, Zoning Ordinance, by amending the Glossary; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager - Development.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Ordinance moved to set for a public hearing.
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14. Resolution appropriating the sum of $678,000 in the Concord Stables Redevelopment Project (CIP #664) to support the remediation of hazardous building materials at the Concord Stables building, 111.5 Warren Street and accepting the sum of $678,000 in unmatched grant funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Brownfields Cleanup Program for this purpose; together with a report from the Director of Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Resolution moved to set for a public hearing.
15. Resolution re-adopting the City of Concord's Housing and Community Development Plan; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Resolution moved to set for a public hearing.
16. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit an application in an amount of up to $500,000 and to accept and appropriate grant proceeds of up to $500,000 of Community Development Block Grant Funds to support Families in Transition's Bicentennial Square Renovation Project creating four new units of affordable housing; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Resolution moved to set for a public hearing.
17. Resolution adopting an Anti-Displacement and Relocation Policy Statement and Procedures in support of the City’s Community Development Block Grant application to the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority to support Families in Transition's Bicentennial Square Renovation Project at 9 Odd Fellows Avenue and 5 Market Lane; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Resolution moved to set for a public hearing.
18. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit an application in an amount of $130,000 and to accept and appropriate grant proceeds of $130,000 of Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 funds (CDBG-CV) for the Concord Coalition to End Homelessness’ Emergency Winter Shelter and Resource Center operations; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Resolution moved to set for a public hearing.
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19. Resolution adopting an Anti-Displacement and Relocation Policy Statement and Procedures in support of the City’s Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 (CDBG-CV) application to the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority for the Concord Coalition to End Homelessness’ Emergency Winter Shelter and Resource Center operations; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Resolution moved to set for a public hearing.
20. Public Hearing regarding the status of the following: $25,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Planning Study funds subgranted to the Families in Transition and $25,000 in CDBG Planning Study funds subgranted to Community Justice Center (603 Legal Aid, Disability Rights Center NH, and NH Legal Assistance), together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Public hearing report moved to set for a public hearing.
21. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a payment in lieu of taxes agreement between the City of Concord and LSE Ursa Minor, LLC; together with a report from the Director of Real Estate Assessments.
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Action: moved to set for a public hearing

Resolution moved to set for a public hearing.
From the City Manager
22. Positive Citizen Comments.
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Positive comments were received and filed.
Consent Reports
23. Diminimus gifts and donations report from the Library Director requesting authorization to accept gifts and donations totaling $2,726.76 as provided under the pre-authorization granted by City Council.
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Action: approved

Consent report was approved.
24. Report from the Deputy City Manager - Finance regarding 2026 Young Adult Membership Age Correction for Beaver Meadow Golf Course. (Pulled from consent by Councilor Brown.)
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Pulled from consent for discussion.
25. Report from the Director of Office of Management & Budget regarding the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the City of Concord Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Document. (Pulled from consent by Councilor Fennessy.)
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Pulled from consent for discussion.
26. Quarterly Current Use Tax Report from the Director of Real Estate Assessments.
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Action: approved

Consent report was approved.
Consent Resolutions
27. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for up to $650,000 representing 80% of replacement costs from the NH Department of Environmental Services for the replacement of qualifying units in the municipal fleet; together with a report from the Acting General Services Director.
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Action: approved

Consent resolution was approved.
28. Resolution to revise the Fiscal Year 2026 General Fund budget due to the Final MS-1 Real Growth estimate reduction; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager - Finance. (Pulled from consent by Councilor Brown.)
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Pulled from consent for discussion.
29. Resolution to direct the Tax Collector not to execute a tax deed on certain properties in accordance with RSA 80:76-II and RSA 80:76-II-a; together with a report from the City Treasurer/Tax Collector.
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Action: approved

Consent resolution was approved.
30. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and accept a revised pedestrian and utility easement deed from the owners of real estate located at 31 and 33 Samuel Drive; together with report from Deputy City Manager - Development
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Action: approved

Consent resolution was approved.
Appointments
31. City Manager's Proposed Reappointments to the Library Board of Trustees: Jeremy Clemans and Norman Kinsler.
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Action: approved

Appointments were approved.
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32. Mayor Champlin's proposed appointments to the Golf Course Advisory Committee: Judith A. Fairclough and Steve Norton.
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Action: approved

Appointments were approved.
**End of Consent Agenda**
Public Hearings
33A. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances; Title II, Traffic Code; Chapter 18, Parking, Article 18-1, Stopping, Standing and Parking, Section 18-1-6, Parking Prohibited at All Times in Designated Places, Schedule I; to modify parking requirements on Pleasant Street between Langley Parkway and the intersection with Hopkinton Road & Dunbarton Road; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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City Manager Aspell indicated the Parking Committee had discussed the referral and recommends that both sides of Pleasant Street between Langley Parkway and the intersection with Hopkinton Road and Dunbarton Road be restricted to no parking at all times.
33B. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title IV, Zoning Code; Chapter 28, Zoning Ordinance, by amending Article 28-2, Zoning Districts and Allowable Uses, Section 28-2-4(k), Table of Accessory Uses, Use #13, Accessory Dwelling Unit; Article 28-5, Supplemental Standards, Section 28-5-52 Single-Family Detached Dwellings with One (1) Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU); Article 28-9, Administration and Enforcement, Section 28-9-4 Decisions by the Planning Board, Section 28-9-4(f) Architectural Design Review; and the Glossary; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager - Development.
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33C. Resolution appropriating the sum of $260,000, for Fire Department wages and benefits and authorizing an increase to the amount to be raised in taxes in the amount of $260,000, in the General Fund for this purpose; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager Finance.
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City Manager Aspell noted that as a result of negotiations between the City and Local 1045, additional funding was needed to cover the increase in the new contract. Councilor Brown asked if the funds could be pulled from the Unassigned Fund Balance. City Manager Aspell indicated that pulling the funds from the Unassigned Fund Balance would create an impact on the 2027 budget. Mayor Champlin sought clarification on the financial implications of using the Unassigned Fund Balance to cover the costs this year, thereby not raising taxes. Specifically, Mayor Champlin asked if by doing so, the City would still need to implement a tax increase in 2027 to support this funding, on top of any other anticipated funding needs at that time. City Manager Aspell confirmed that would be the case. Mayor Champlin opened the public hearing. Roy Schweiker, resident, expressing agreement with Councilor Brown’s suggestion to use the Unassigned Fund Balance or another available fund to avoid a tax increase. He also referenced past misconduct by a few firefighters that resulted in a $450,000 cost to the City and recommended pursuing reasonable reimbursement from the individuals responsible. There being no further public testimony, Mayor Champlin declared the hearing closed.
33D. Resolution appropriating the sum of $53,000, to include $50,000 in the Golf Fund and $3,000 in the Arena Fund for Fiscal Year 2025 retroactive to June 30, 2025, to be funded from excess revenues in the Golf Fund and fund balance in the Arena Fund; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager - Finance.
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City Manager Aspell noted that annually administration reviews the total expenditures in each fund and then provides a supplemental appropriation request if needed for funds that have exceeded budgeted expenditures. City Manager Aspell briefly reviewed the preliminary results for the Golf Fund and Arena Fund, as indicated in the report. Councilor Brown expressed her concerns that the City is not profiting from the leagues and tournaments. She inquired if there is a cap on the number of leagues and tournaments the City allows, noting they prevent the club from raising revenues through greens fees. City Manager Aspell indicated that the revenues are over in expenditures by $54,000. Mayor Champlin opened the public hearing. Roy Schweiker, resident, testified expressing that he feels that individual funds should balance out. He acknowledged it may be appropriate for the General Fund to support golf-related expenses, however, he emphasized that all such transfers and costs should be clearly documented for transparency. He was concerned that the City does not have $50,000 to put in the Golf Fund, and felt the funds should be put towards the Firefighters contract. He also supported lowering the age threshold for junior golf memberships from 39 to 29. Lastly, he expressed surprise that some family membership fees were reduced, while also allowing up to three adults per membership and felt that should be addressed. Jennifer Chase, Penacook resident, testified expressing her concerns over the amount of money allocated to the golf course, especially given the financial struggles many residents are facing and the burden of increasing taxes. There being no further public testimony, Mayor Champlin declared the hearing closed.
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33E. Resolution appropriating the sum of $3,500, for nuisance abatement at 30 Penacook Street, Concord, New Hampshire and authorizing the use of $3,500, from the Community Improvement Reserve for this purpose; together with a report from the Code Administrator.
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City Manager Aspell explained that the City is seeking the allocation in order to abate exterior property conditions by hiring a contractor to mow the lot and remove garbage and refuse. He noted that the City intends to recover the costs through the lien process. City Manager Aspell added that the City has recently taken possession of the property due to unpaid taxes Councilor Brown requested an explanation of the process for disbursing funds from the specific capital reserve accounts. City Manager Aspell explained that the City holds a public hearing and the City Council makes a determination if they would like to use the funds for the intended purpose. If the City then recovers the funds, those funds can then be deposited back into the specific funds they were drawn from. Councilor Brown inquired where she could find the parameters for the Community Improvement and the Economic Development Reserve accounts to better understand what qualifies for funding under each. Deputy City Manager of Finance - Brian LeBrun indicated that a resolution with a description of the appropriate uses was approved by City Council a few years back. Councilor Brown inquired whether the Trustees of the Trust Funds disperse funds. Deputy City Manager of Finance - Mr. LeBrun explained that the City Council is the sole authority for approving such disbursements, after which the treasurer carries out the authorized transfers. Mayor Champlin opened the public hearing. There being no public testimony, Mayor Champlin declared the hearing closed.
33F. Resolution appropriating the sum of $5,000 in the City Council General Fund Budget for the 2050 Vision Facilitation efforts and authorizing the use of $5,000 from the Economic Development Reserve for this purpose; together with a report from Mayor Champlin.
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City Manager Aspell stated he had nothing further to add. Mayor Champlin opened the public hearing. There being no public testimony, Mayor Champlin declared the hearing closed.
33G. Public Hearing on Social District Ballot Question (HB 467).
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33H. Public Hearing on Keno Ballot Question (HB 737).
public hearing report
Public Hearing Action
34. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances; Title II, Traffic Code; Chapter 18, Parking, Article 18-1, Stopping, Standing and Parking, Section 18-1-6, Parking Prohibited at All Times in Designated Places, Schedule I; to modify parking requirements on Pleasant Street between Langley Parkway and the intersection with Hopkinton Road & Dunbarton Road; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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Action: approved

Councilor Brown moved approval. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Kurtz and passed with no dissenting votes.
35. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title IV, Zoning Code; Chapter 28, Zoning Ordinance, by amending Article 28-2, Zoning Districts and Allowable Uses, Section 28-2-4(k), Table of Accessory Uses, Use #13, Accessory Dwelling Unit; Article 28-5, Supplemental Standards, Section 28-5-52 Single-Family Detached Dwellings with One (1) Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU); Article 28-9, Administration and Enforcement, Section 28-9-4 Decisions by the Planning Board, Section 28-9-4(f) Architectural Design Review; and the Glossary; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager - Development.
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Action: approved

Councilor Fennessy moved approval. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Schultz and passed with no dissenting votes.
36. Resolution appropriating the sum of $260,000, for Fire Department wages and benefits and authorizing an increase to the amount to be raised in taxes in the amount of $260,000, in the General Fund for this purpose; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager Finance.
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Action: approved

Councilor Fennessy moved approval. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Kurtz.
37. Resolution appropriating the sum of $53,000, to include $50,000 in the Golf Fund and $3,000 in the Arena Fund for Fiscal Year 2025 retroactive to June 30, 2025, to be funded from excess revenues in the Golf Fund and fund balance in the Arena Fund; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager - Finance.
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Action: approved

Councilor Fennessy moved approval. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor McNamara and passed with one dissenting vote.
38. Resolution appropriating the sum of $3,500, for nuisance abatement at 30 Penacook Street, Concord, New Hampshire and authorizing the use of $3,500, from the Community Improvement Reserve for this purpose; together with a report from the Code Administrator.
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Action: approved

Councilor McNamara moved approval. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Kurtz and passed with no dissenting votes.
39. Resolution appropriating the sum of $5,000 in the City Council General Fund Budget for the 2050 Vision Facilitation efforts and authorizing the use of $5,000 from the Economic Development Reserve for this purpose; together with a report from Mayor Champlin.
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Action: approved

Councilor Todd moved approval. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor McNamara and passed with no dissenting votes.
Reports
40. Report on the results of design development and cost estimate for construction of the New Police Station at 4 Bouton Street (CIP 643). (Items distributed during presentation at October City Council meeting.)
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Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives Beth Fenstermacher gave a detailed presentation on the status of the design development and cost estimates for the New Police Station. She was accompanied by Chief Osgood, Public Properties Superintendent Jay Burgess, and Matt Beaulieu from Milestone Construction. The presentation will be available on City website in the near future. While Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives Fenstermacher was providing her detailed presentation, staff distributed a resolution appropriating the sum of $45,500,000 in the police headquarters project (CIP #643) for the construction of the new police department building and authorizing the issuance of general fund general obligation bonds and notes in the sum of $45,500,000 for this purpose, together with a report from Ms. Fenstermacher. Councilor Grady Sexton indicated that many of the City Councilors were at the recent community presentation, and inquired about the projected costs in delays. Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives Beth Fenstermacher shared that the consultant had indicated potential delay costs could be as high as $40,000 per month. Mayor Champlin asked for clarification on how large the training space would be, and how the 1700 square feet would be configured. Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives Beth Fenstermacher indicated that approximately 400 square feet in the new addition would be designated for the Computer Crime and Investigation Unit within a closed-off area, to be completed with fit and finish at a later date. She added that another area on the second floor of the existing building would also be prepared for future fit and finish, potentially for storage or other needs. The training facility would encompass approximately 1400 square feet. Mayor Champlin asked how critical the training facility was for the Police Department. Chief Osgood explained that the Police Department already owns the training module, however, currently there are space limitations. The new space would provide that extra space, as well as storage space for the machine. Councilor Fennessy noted that the building’s size raised the question of whether it might be more cost-effective to pursue a larger addition instead of renovating the existing structure. He also inquired whether the building’s size was a determining factor in its Level Four designation. Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives Beth Fenstermacher indicated that the cost to renovate was around $514 per square foot, compared to $717 per square foot for the addition. Councilor Fennessy inquired if they looked at ways to reduce the size of the building to meet the minimum size requirements to comply with the designation. Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives Beth Fenstermacher indicated that the driving force to the size of the building was the facilities that the Department determined to be critical, such as holding cells, the sally port, patrol, dispatch, all of which would be located on the first floor for accessibility. She indicated that the computer crimes division and evidence storage would be located on the second floor. Chief Osgood further added the Department is currently over capacity and has had to use different areas around the building to store evidence. The new design would create one dedicated storage space which should meet their needs for the next 50 years. Councilor Grady Sexton asked if the offices that the City currently rents would be brought back to the City campus. Director of Special Projects and Strategic Initiatives Beth Fenstermacher indicated that both the Human Services Department and the Prosecutor's Office would be brought back to the City Hall campus. Councilor Keach asked Chief Osgood for more information around the numbers of sworn officers versus un sworn officers. Chief Osgood noted that the Department has expanded its social worker staff from zero to three in less than two years. The community service aid concept has proven very valuable to patrol and the community alike. The Department is also considering the addition of civilian positions in the future for the property room. Additionally, he remarked that dispatch is extremely understaffed. City Manager Aspell indicated that he had asked the Committee to review the timeline, looking 50 years out, to ensure that it was built appropriately. He pointed out that if the building is too small in ten years, it would mean the City didn’t plan properly. Mayor Champlin asked for a motion to accept the report and to set a public hearing for November 10, 2025. Councilor Grady Sexton moved to set the resolution for a public hearing. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor McNamara and passed unanimously.
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Unfinished Business
41. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances; Title II, Traffic Code; Chapter 18, Parking, Article 18-1, Stopping, Standing and Parking, Section 18-1-7.1, Parking Prohibited During Certain Hours and Months in Designated Places, Schedule IX; to modify parking requirements on School Street between Pine and Liberty Streets; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development. (Action on this item tabled at the August 11, 2025 City Council meeting.)
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42. Resolution appropriating the sum of $84,000 to support efforts by Concord's Plan to End Homelessness and authorizing a transfer in from the Community Improvement Reserve in the sum of $84,000 for this purpose; together with report from Councilor Jim Schlosser. (Action on this item tabled at the April 14, 2025 City Council meeting.)
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Consideration of Items pulled from the Consent Agenda
Referral to the Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee and the Parks and Recreation Department
25-625 Communication from Concord National Youth Softball (CNYS) and Concord Northeast (CNE) regarding unification into a single recreation softball program and proposed expansion of CNYS's lease to include Dillon and Sanel Fields. (Pulled from consent by Councilor Fennessy.)
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24. Report from the Deputy City Manager - Finance regarding 2026 Young Adult Membership Age Correction for Beaver Meadow Golf Course. (Pulled from consent by Councilor Brown.)
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Councilor Brown indicated that she would like to keep the junior membership age range between 19-29. She also indicated that the City should eliminate the use of the golf course for boarding schools, when there are still no offerings through the Parks & Recreation program for Concord's youth. She indicated that she does not accept the report. Additionally, she stated that recently the family rate changed from two to four adult members. Councilor Brown made a motion to not accept the report, sending it back to the Golf Course Advisory Committee so that the rate changes meet the budget expectations, and to change the family rate back to two people. The motion failed due to a lack of a second. Councilor Fennessy moved to accept the report. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Grady Sexton and passed with one dissenting vote.
25. Report from the Director of Office of Management & Budget regarding the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the City of Concord Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Document. (Pulled from consent by Councilor Fennessy.)
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Councilor Fennessy invited Director of the Office of Management and Budget Rebekah Dougherty and Olivia Harvey to speak to the award. Councilor Fennessy mentioned that this is the 11th consecutive year that the City of Concord has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for Fiscal Year 2026, which is a national recognition from the Federal Government Officer's Association for Best Practices in Budgeting. The City was among 190 communities being recognized, which is a very high honor.
28. Resolution to revise the Fiscal Year 2026 General Fund budget due to the Final MS-1 Real Growth estimate reduction; together with a report from the Deputy City Manager - Finance. (Pulled from consent by Councilor Brown.)
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Councilor Brown inquired if this was an appropriation and if it required a public hearing per Charter #37. City Manager Aspell indicated that he did not agree that the item was an appropriation, rather that a resolution was the appropriate way to handle this item. He noted that the City cannot stop people from selling property to the State of NH. Deputy City Manager of Finance Brian LeBrun clarified that this action does not constitute an appropriation of funds. Rather, the City is de-authorizing previously approved expenditures. He explained that under the City Charter, appropriating funds requires authorization from City Council with a 2/3rds vote. In this case, he reiterated, there is a reduction in appropriations totaling $176,500. The City plans to use $105,000 from the Fund Balance to help support this effort, while also reducing the overlay calculation by $125,000. Deputy City Manager LeBrun further clarified that this approach was taken to maintain the tax rate at the same level as was recommended during the Budget process. He added that because this is a reduction in expenditures, a public hearing is not required. City Manager Aspell emphasized that the City is requesting to spend less money in order to help keep the tax rate down. Councilor Schlosser moved approval. The motion was duly seconded by Councilor Fennessy and passed unanimously.
Comments, Requests by Mayor, City Councilors
Comments, Requests by the City Manager
Adjournment
Information
Inf1 August 5, 2025 Architectural Design Review Committee Meeting Minutes.
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Inf2 August 7, 2025 Heritage Commission Meeting Minutes.
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Inf3 September 10, 2025 Golf Course Advisory Committee Draft Meeting Minutes.
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Inf4 July 9, 2025 Trails Subcommittee Site Walk Meeting Minutes.
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Inf5 July 9, 2025 Trails Subcommittee Meeting Minutes.
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Inf6 August 13, 2025 Conservation Commission Meeting Minutes.
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Inf7 August 13, 2025 Trails Subcommittee Meeting Minutes.
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Inf8 September 15, 2025 Fiscal Policy Advisory Committee Draft Meeting Minutes.
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Inf9 September 8, 2025 Concord Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes.
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Inf10 August 25, 2025 Parking Committee Meeting Minutes.
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Inf11 September 19, 2025 Community Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes.
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Inf12 August 20, 2025 Planning Board Meeting Minutes.
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Council Only
A Mayor Champlin's Proposed Appointment to the Energy & Environment Advisory Committee: Elise J. Foerster.
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B City Manager's Proposed Appointment to the Board of Trustees of Trust Funds: Susan Dunton.
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C City Manager's Proposed Appointment to the Zoning Board of Adjustment: Craig Walker.
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