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A draft of the City of Manchester’s new zoning ordinance is available for review. If adopted, this would be the City’s first new zoning ordinance in 23 years and just the fourth in the city’s history.

For background on the ordinance, an explanation of how the ordinance works, and a description of public meetings happening this summer, click https://cloud.castus.tv/vod/manchestertv/video/667eff5da881300008b9520d?page=HOME to watch a presentation by Jeff Belanger, the City’s Director of Planning and Community Development.

If you live in Manchester, you should have received a letter that will arrive in mailboxes on July 8 with information about public meetings in your area and a survey about how the city should develop in the future. In the event you did not receive the letter, the dates and locations are llisted out below:

Community Meeting Times and Locations:

• Wednesday, July 10th @ 6pm – Ward 12 Meeting at Northwest Elementary School; 300 Youville Street

• Saturday, July 13th @ 10am – Ward 10 Meeting at Parker-Varney Elementary School; 223 James A. Pollock Drive

• Wednesday, July 17th @ 6pm – Ward 8 Meeting at Jewett Street Elementary School; 130 S Jewett Street

• Saturday, July 27th @ 10am – Ward 11 Meeting at Gossler Park Elementary School; 145 Parkside Avenue

• Wednesday, July 31st @ 6pm – Ward 1 Meeting at Webster Elementary School; 2519 Elm Street

• Saturday, August 3rd @ 10am – Ward 7 Meeting at St. Anthony Community Center; 152 Belmont Street

• Wednesday, August 14th @ 6pm – Ward 6 Meeting at Green Acres Elementary School; 100 Jack Lovering Drive

• Saturday, August 17th @10am – Ward 5 Meeting at Manchester Community Resource Center; 434 Lake Avenue

• Wednesday, August 21st @ 6pm – Ward 4 Meeting at McDonough Elementary School; 550 Lowell Street

• Wednesday, August 28th @ 6pm – Ward 2 Meeting at Smyth Road Elementary School; 245 Bruce Road

• Wednesday, September 4th @ 6pm – Ward 9 Meeting at Bishop Leo E. O’Neil Youth Center; 30 S Elm Street

• Saturday, September 7th @ 10am – Ward 3 Meeting at Palace Theater Spotlight Room; 96 Hanover Street

For more information on the zoning ordinance and to download a copy of the draft, please go to www.manchesternh.gov/landusecode To send questions or comments about the ordinance, please e-mail LUC@manchesternh.gov

The Economic Development Office and the Manchester, NH Mayor's Office, kicked off the official launch of the Downtown Cleaning Program on Tuesday, July 2nd at 11 AM at the Welcome Center located at 775 Elm St.

This initiative marks the beginning of a 12-month pilot program designed to enhance public health and safety in the Downtown and Historic Millyard areas of the Central Business Service District. It is a collaborative effort involving the Mayor’s Office, the Economic Development Office, the City of Manchester, City of Manchester, NH Public Works, Manchester, NH Parks & Recreation, the Manchester Police Department and the Central Business Service District.

As a key part of the city’s urban revitalization efforts, this innovative program will feature a specialized Street Team led by Streetplus Company, LLC. The team will provide comprehensive cleaning, maintenance, safety, and hospitality services, operating 6-7 days a week for 8 hours daily. The goal is to create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and businesses.

In addition to their cleaning and maintenance duties, team members will act as community ambassadors, offering friendly assistance, directions, and information about local attractions.
Click Here to view a message by Mayor Jay Ruais

ReGen Valley to receive $44 million through federal Tech Hubs program

On Tuesday, it was announced that Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute, known as ARMI, will receive a $44 million grant to advance biofabrication science in Manchester.

Click Here for more inforrmation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

2024 Downtown Summer Series Movie Nights Announced

The Downtown Summer Series, featuring Free Movie Nights in the Park, returns this summer with an exciting lineup of four incredible films at Veterans Memorial Park. Screenings will begin at dusk, and concessions will be available for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and enjoy a night under the stars on 6/26, 7/17, 7/31, and 8/14.

The Movies in the Park Series is brought to you by the Manchester City Library, Manchester Public Television, Parks and Recreation, the Economic Development Office, and the Mayor's Office.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Manchester Economic Development Office Launches RFP for Downtown and Historic Millyard Public Health and Safety Initiative

Manchester, NH March 21, 2024 – The Manchester Economic Development Office (MEDO) has announced the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at enhancing public health and safety in the Downtown and Historic Millyard areas of the Central Business Service District (CBSD). Collaborating with the Mayor’s Office, the Department of Public Works, Manchester Police Department, and the Parking Division, MEDO is seeking bids from qualified contractors for a transformative 12-month pilot program.

This innovative initiative, a cornerstone of the city's ongoing efforts to revitalize its urban core, will see the deployment of a specialized Street Team dedicated to providing comprehensive cleaning, maintenance, safety, and hospitality services. With coverage 6-7 days a week and operating hours spanning 8 hours a day, the program aims to create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.

Key activities to be undertaken by the Street Team include:

Litter collection
Trash can cleaning
Weed control
Pressure washing sidewalks
Graffiti removal
Street fixture upkeep
Minor landscaping and watering
Pet waste clean-up
Snow removal

Additionally, team members will serve as ambassadors for the community, offering hospitality services such as friendly assistance, directions, and information about local attractions. Interested parties are encouraged to review the full RFP.

Click Here for the RFP