As part of the Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel Project, a portion of Cilley Rd. from South Beech St. to Willow St. will be closed for a period of time. Local traffic and businesses will remain open. Traffic lanes will be shifted and no detours are planned.
- Closure begins: August 7, 2026
- Anticipated reopening: September 18, 2026
What to Expect:
- Traffic will be maintained on Cilley Road in both directions.
- Westbound vehicular traffic lane will be shifted onto the eastbound side of Cilley Road.
- Pedestrian access will be maintained and closely coordinated by the contractor.
- Local businesses will remain open and driveway access will be closely coordinated by the contractor.
Important Notes:
- For lane shifts during construction, follow new lane markings and cones and allow extra travel time.
- Parking will be prohibited within the construction area
- Whenever possible, we encourage drivers to plan ahead avoid the construction area.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to enhance our community’s infrastructure.
Sincerely,
Environmental Protection Division
Department of Public Works
City of Manchester
Beginning Tuesday, August 4, 2026, and lasting through Tuesday, September 1, 2026 the Office of the City Clerk will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays to provide additional availability to anyone wishing to register to vote and/or request an absentee ballot leading up to the September 8, 2026 State Primary Election.
Between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. the City Clerk’s Office will be open for all regular business, including voter registration and absentee ballot requests. Between 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., the office will be open for voter registration and absentee ballot purposes only.
Anyone wishing to register to vote is reminded that they must present proof of age, identity, domicile, and citizenship at the time of registration. More information about how to register to vote in Manchester and what documentation proves each qualification can be found here on our website.
Additionally, any voters needing to request an absentee ballot must present a qualified photo ID at the time of their request.
For additional information, please visit the City Clerk’s Office website at manchesternh.gov/elections or call (603) 624-6455.
Tuesdays with added voter registration and absentee ballot availability:
- August 4, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- August 11, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- August 18, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- August 25, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- September 1, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
As part of the Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel Project, a portion of Willow St. from Cilley Rd. to Union St. will be closed for a period of time. Local traffic and businesses will remain open. A detour for truck traffic via Cilley Rd and Maple Ave will be signposted.
- Closure begins: July 20, 2026
- Anticipated reopening: August 14, 2026
What to Expect:
- Traffic will be maintained on Willow Street in both directions.
- Northbound vehicular traffic lane will be shifted onto the southbound side of Willow Street.
- A truck detour route will be signposted. Refer to the truck detour figure provided below.
- Pedestrian access will be maintained and closely coordinated by the contractor.
- Local businesses will remain open and driveway access will be closely coordinated by the contractor.
Important Notes:
- Please follow posted detour signs and allow extra travel time.
- For lane shifts during construction, follow new lane markings and cones and allow extra travel time.
- Parking will be prohibited within the construction area
- Whenever possible, we encourage drivers to plan ahead avoid the construction area.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to enhance our community’s infrastructure.
Sincerely,
Environmental Protection Division
Department of Public Works
City of Manchester
