City Council

Agenda

1. Non-meeting in accordance with RSA 91-A: 2, I (a) to discuss collective bargaining strategies to begin at 6:00 p.m.
2. Call to Order
3. Invocation.
4. Pledge of Allegiance.
5. Roll Call.
6. Approval of the Meeting Minutes.
7. 26-397 August 10, 2026 City Council Draft Meeting Minutes.
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8. Agenda overview by the Mayor.
9. **Consent Agenda Items**
10. Referrals to the Parking Committee
11. 7. Communication from Jeremy Baldwin, Pleasant Street resident, requesting consideration be given to allow Residential and Guest Parking in the Safe Off-Road Area on Pleasant Street between the entrance and exit of Russell's Animal Hospital.
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12. 8. Communication from Stephanie Merfeld requesting review of Law Center-Area Parking Enforcement, Resident Permits, and Essex Street Winter Parking Restrictions.
    referrals
13. Referrals to the Public Safety Advisory Committee
14. 9. Communication from Samantha Vansylyvong requesting consideration of Protections Regarding Flock Cameras and Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Surveillance within the City of Concord.
    referrals
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16. Items Tabled for Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Public Hearings
17. 10. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances; Title II, Traffic Code; Chapter 18, Parking, Article 18-1, Stopping, Standing and Parking, Section 18-1-8, Parking Time is Limited in Designated Places, Schedule III, to modify time-limits for parking spaces on the north side of Merrimack Street (Penacook); together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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18. 11. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title IV, Zoning Code; Chapter 28, Zoning Ordinance by amending Article 28-7, Access, Circulation, Parking and Loading; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
    ordinance
19. 12. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title IV, Zoning Code; Chapter 28, Zoning Ordinance by amending Article 28-8, Nonconforming Lots, Uses, and Structures, by amending Section 28-8-5 Nonconforming Structures, 28-8-5(d) Removal and Replacement of Certain Nonconforming Residential Structures; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
    ordinance
20. 13. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title IV, Zoning Code; Chapter 28, Zoning Ordinance by amending Article 28-2-3, The Zoning Map, by amending Section 28-2-3(b)(1); together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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21. 14. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title IV, Zoning Code; Chapter 28, Zoning Ordinance by amending Appendix B, List of Arterial Streets and amending Appendix C, List of Collector Streets; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
    ordinance
22. 15. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title I, General Code, Chapter 8, Fire; together with a report from the City Solicitor.
    ordinance
23. 16. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances, Title III, Building and Housing Codes; Chapter 26, Building Regulations and Chapter 27, Housing Maintenance and Occupancy Code; together with a report from the City Solicitor.
    ordinance
24. 17. Resolution appropriating the sum of $23,397 for Law Enforcement Related Programs and accepting the sum of $23,397 in Unmatched Grant Funds from the United States Department of Justice Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance grant program for this purpose; together with a report from the Deputy Chief of Police.
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25. From the City Manager
26. 18. Positive Citizen Comments.
    positive comments
27. Consent Reports
28. 19. Diminimis gifts and donations report from the Library Director requesting authorization to accept gifts and donations totaling $11,031.61, as provided under the pre-authorization granted by City Council.
    consent report
29. 20. Diminimus gifts and donations report from the Parks and Recreation Director requesting authorization to accept monetary gifts totaling $4,179.60, as provided for under the pre-authorization granted by City Council.
    consent report
30. 21. Diminimus gifts and donations report from the Police Department requesting authorization to accept grant funding from the Concord Regional Crimeline in the amount of $3,000, as provided for under preauthorization granted by the City Council.
    consent report
31. 22. Diminimus gifts and donations report from the Police Department requesting authorization to accept the donation of a K9 transport cage and all associated labor costs to install, a value of $5,125, by the Concord Police Department K9 Association, as provided for under preauthorization granted by the City Council.
    consent report
32. 23. Report authorizing the City Manager to execute a Consent and Approval Agreement with respect to the property Dimond Hill Farm located at 314 Hopkinton Road.
    consent report
33. 24. Report from the Acting Deputy City Manager-Finance regarding an adjustment to Arena Fund transfer to General Fund for FY2026.
    consent report
34. 25. Full Measure & List Revaluation Project Update Report (CIP #639) from the Director of Assessing.
    consent report
35. 26. Report from the Assistant Director of Community Development, on behalf of the Parking Committee, regarding the State Street Garage Parking Analysis, Facility Needs Assessment, and Replacement Options Study.
    consent report
36. 27. Report from the Human Services Director requesting City Council accept and adopt the proposed financial standards to be incorporated into the City's Welfare Guidelines.
    consent report
37. 28. Report from the Parks and Recreation Director to expand scope of FY24 and FY25 CIP587 Cemetery Improvements to include Arch repairs at Blossom Hill Cemetery (CIP587).
    consent report
38. 29. Report from the Parks and Recreation Director to move remaining donations from CIP528 Pocket Parks FY24 Eastman Clock Tower project to a misc grants and donations account.
    consent report
39. 30. Report from the Interim Deputy Chief of Police recommending the City Council de-authorize $1,980 in diminimis gifts which were not received from the Merrimack County Savings Bank.
    consent report
40. 31. Report from the Transportation Engineer, on behalf of the Transportation Policy Advisory Committee, in response to a referral from City Council regarding communications from residents regarding the new Middle School Traffic Plan and Neighborhood Safety Concerns.
    consent report
41. 32. Report from the Public Safety Advisory Board requesting City Council accept this report and recommend that the City Council inform the Planning Board that the Council wishes to prioritize public safety as part of the City’s Master Plan update and recommend that the Planning Board consult with the Public Safety Advisory Board (PSAB) as part of the planning and community-engagement process.
    consent report
42. Consent Resolutions
43. 34. Resolution designating depositories for the City of Concord, New Hampshire for the Fiscal Year 2027; together with a report from the City Treasurer/Tax Collector.
    consent resolution
44. 35. Resolution adopting an Investment and Cash Management Policy; together with a report from the City Treasurer/Tax Collector.
    consent resolution
45. 36. Resolution authorizing prepayment of taxes in accordance with RSA 80:52-a; together with a report from the City Treasurer/Tax Collector.
    consent resolution
46. 37. Resolution relative to Short Term Investment of Excess Funds.
    consent resolution
47. **End of Consent Agenda**
48. Public Hearings
49. 38A. 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(a), Parking Prohibited During Certain Hours and Months in Designated Places, Schedule IX, to modify seasonal no parking restrictions on Church Street between Bradley and Lyndon Streets; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
    ordinance
50. 38B. 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(a), Parking Prohibited During Certain Hours and Months in Designated Places, Schedule IX, to modify school year no parking restrictions on Columbus Avenue; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
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51. 38C. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances; Title II, Traffic Code; Chapter 18, Parking, Article 18-1, Stopping, Standing and Parking, Section 18-1-8, Parking Time is Limited in Designated Places, Schedule III, to modify time-limits and enforcement hours for certain parking spaces on Warren Street adjacent to Concord High School; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
    ordinance
52. 38D. Resolution appropriating the sum of $23,100, for Police Department Roadway Safety Outreach Initiatives and accepting the sum of $23,100, in grant funds from the New Hampshire Office of Highway Safety for this purpose; together with a report from the Deputy Chief of Police.
    resolution
53. Public Hearing Action
54. 39. 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(a), Parking Prohibited During Certain Hours and Months in Designated Places, Schedule IX, to modify seasonal no parking restrictions on Church Street between Bradley and Lyndon Streets; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
    ordinance
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56. 40. 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(a), Parking Prohibited During Certain Hours and Months in Designated Places, Schedule IX, to modify school year no parking restrictions on Columbus Avenue; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
    ordinance
57. 41. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances; Title II, Traffic Code; Chapter 18, Parking, Article 18-1, Stopping, Standing and Parking, Section 18-1-8, Parking Time is Limited in Designated Places, Schedule III, to modify time-limits and enforcement hours for certain parking spaces on Warren Street adjacent to Concord High School; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development.
    ordinance
58. 42. Resolution appropriating the sum of $23,100, for Police Department Roadway Safety Outreach Initiatives and accepting the sum of $23,100, in grant funds from the New Hampshire Office of Highway Safety for this purpose; together with a report from the Deputy Chief of Police.
    resolution
59. Reports
60. 43. Report from the Parks and Recreation Director on the request to build a Bike Park.
    report
61. New Business
62. Unfinished Business
63. 45. 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.) (Public comments received.)
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64. 46. Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances; Title II, Traffic Code; Chapter 18, Parking, Article 18-1, Stopping, Standing and Parking, Section 18-1-6, Schedule I, to modify no parking restrictions on Church Street between Bradley and Rumford Streets; together with a report from the Assistant Director of Community Development. (Referred back to the Parking Committee at the May 11, 2026 City Council meeting.)
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65. 47. Presentation on the Memorial Field Master Plan from the Parks and Recreation Director. (Presentation given at the November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting.) (Action on this item tabled at the November 24, 2025 City Council Meeting.) (Communication from Concord School District received.) (Petition and public testimony received.) (Additional public testimony received.) (Memorial Field Master Plan Update report from the Parks and Recreation Director submitted.)
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66. Comments, Requests by Mayor, City Councilors
67. Comments, Requests by the City Manager
68. Adjournment
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70. Information
71. Inf1 April 23, 2026 and May 28, 2026 Transportation Policy Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes.
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72. Inf2 June 3, 2026 Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes.
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73. Inf3 June 4, 2026 Heritage Commission Meeting Minutes.
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74. Inf4 June 10, 2026 Conservation Commission Trails Subcommittee Meeting Minutes.
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75. Inf5 June 16, 2026 Traffic Operations Committee Meeting Minutes.
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76. Inf6 June 17, 2026 Planning Board Meeting Minutes.
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77. Inf7 June 30, 2026 Architectural Design Review Committee Meeting Minutes.
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78. Inf8 July 27, 2026 Parking Committee Meeting Minutes.
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