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CLOSED ON MONDAY OCTOBER 13, 2025 FOR COLUMBUS DAY

Published: 10/08/2025 11:31 AM - Tax Collector Announcements

The Tax Office will be Closed on Monday October 13, 2025.

We will resume our normal business hours on Tuesday October 14, 2025.

 

Public Hearings Legal Notice - October 21, 2025

Published: 10/07/2025 10:00 AM - City Clerk Announcements

LEGAL NOTICE
CITY OF MANCHESTER
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
PUBLIC HEARINGS

The Manchester Board of Mayor and Alderman (BMA) will hold three consecutive Public Hearings on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, during the regular BMA meeting which begins at 6:00 pm at the City Hall Aldermanic Chambers, One City Hall Plaza, Manchester NH O3101. Community Development Block Grant – COVID-19 (CDBG-CV) funds are available to municipalities through the NH Community Development Finance Authority. All projects must directly benefit a majority of low and moderate income persons.  CDBG-CV funds were authorized under the CARES Act. Up to $500,000 is available to municipalities through this funding opportunity for Public Service providers serving unhoused individuals or low- and moderate- income households/persons impacted by COVID-19. The Public Hearings will comment on the following:

  1. A proposed application to the Community Development Finance Authority for up to $500,000 in CDBG-CV funds for emergency shelter operations (shelters operated by the City of Manchester and Families In Transition).  Shelters operated by the City of Manchester include the 39 Beech Street Shelter/Engagement Center and the Aged and Infirmed Shelter located at 200 Elm Street. Shelters operated by Families In Transition include the Adult Emergency Shelter located at 199 Manchester Street and the Family Shelter located at 177 Lake Avenue.  If awarded, funding to support services would be utilized as follows: 50%+/- for City operated shelters and 50%+/- to be subgranted to Families In Transition shelters.

 

  1. Review and Adoption of the City of Manchester’s Housing and Community Development Plan (HUD 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan/2025 Annual Action Plan) https://www.manchesternh.gov/Portals/2/Departments/pcd/2025-2029%20Con%20Plan%20Final%20Document.pdf?ver=2025-09-15-160140-063

 

  1. Review and Adoption of the City of Manchester’s Anti-Displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan for the Emergency Shelter Operations Project.

For further information, please contact Kathleen Pelissier, City Grants Coordinator, at the Office of the Mayor at 603-792-6606. Individuals requiring special reasonable accommodations for access to the hearings are requested to contact the City Clerk’s Office at 603-624-6455 at least 72 hours prior to the hearing.  Anyone wishing to submit written comments should address them to Kathleen Pelissier, City Grants Coordinator, City of Manchester, Office of the Mayor, 1 City Hall Plaza, Manchester N.H., 03101.

Signed: Matthew Normand, CMC
City Clerk

Brown Ave Lane Closure Notice: Starting October 14, 2025

Published: 10/06/2025 1:00 PM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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Brown Ave Lane Closure Notice: Starting October 14, 2025

Published: 10/06/2025 12:17 PM - CBDT Announcements

As part of the Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel Project, the southbound lane on Brown Ave south of Queen City Ave. will be closed for an extended period of time.

  • Closure begins: October 14, 2025
  • Anticipated reopening: October 30, 2026

What to Expect:

  • Traffic pattern will be modified to maintain southbound travel around the closure, signs in the area will direct motorists.
  • Northbound traffic will be detoured around the closure.
  • Driveway access to local businesses and homes within closures will be maintained and closely coordinated by the Contractor.

Important Notes

  • Please follow posted detour signs and allow extra travel time. Refer to the detour figure provided below.
  • Parking will be prohibited within the construction area
  • For lane shifts during construction, follow new lane markings and cones and allow extra travel time.
  • Whenever possible, we encourage drivers to plan ahead and 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

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Union Street Temporary Roadway Closure Notice: Starting October 24th

Published: 10/06/2025 12:13 PM - CBDT Announcements

As part of the Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel Project, a portion of Union St. from Willow St. to Clay St. will be closed for a period of time. A detour via Willow and Beech Street will be signposted.

  • Closure begins: October 24, 2025
  • Anticipated reopening: November 14, 2025

What to Expect:

  • Both vehicular traffic lanes will be closed.
  • Pedestrian access will be maintained on the southbound side.
  • Local business and residential driveway access will be maintained and will be closely coordinated by the contractor.

Important Notes:

  • Please follow posted detour signs and allow extra travel time. Refer to the detour figure provided below.
  • Parking will be prohibited within the construction area
  • Whenever possible, we encourage drivers to plan ahead and 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

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Public Notice to Voters - Absentee Processing

Published: 10/06/2025 11:44 AM - City Clerk Announcements

Pursuant to RSA 659:49, I & II the Moderators in Wards 1 – 12 may begin processing the absentee ballots for the Municipal General Election at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

Public Notice to Voters - Ballot Counting

Published: 10/06/2025 11:43 AM - City Clerk Announcements

Per RSA 658:31, the Office of the City Clerk of Manchester hereby gives public notice to the voters of Manchester that the official ballots to be used in the November 4, 2025 Municipal General Election will be counted at the Office of the City Clerk starting on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. until completion.

Public Notice to Voters - Testing of Ballots

Published: 10/06/2025 11:42 AM - City Clerk Announcements

Pursuant to RSA 656:42, VIII the Office of the City Clerk of Manchester will be testing ballots for the November 4, 2025 Municipal General Election and sealing all tabulator machines on Thursday, October 23, 2025 starting at 9:00 a.m. in the Aldermanic Chambers, 3rd Floor of City Hall.  The public is welcome to view the process.

Upcoming Night Road Work Notice: October 13 - 17 - 7:00 p.m. - 5:00 a.m. next day

Published: 10/03/2025 2:30 PM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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Road Closures: Breakthrough T1D Walk will be held on Saturday, Oct. 04, from 09:30 am to 12:00pm

Published: 10/03/2025 2:00 PM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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Road Work Notice: October 6th - October 10th. 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily

Published: 10/03/2025 1:00 PM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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Partial Road Closure - Cohas & Old Cohas Avenues

Published: 10/02/2025 11:15 AM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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Absentee Ballots Available

Published: 10/01/2025 2:25 PM - City Clerk Announcements

Absentee ballots for the November 4, 2025 Municipal General Election are now available at the Office of the City Clerk.

As a reminder, any voter requesting an absentee ballot must now verify their identity by one of the following methods prescribed by RSA 657:17-c in order to receive a ballot:

  1. Include a copy of their qualifying photo ID with their absentee ballot application
  2. Personally present a qualifying photo ID to the City Clerk
  3. Include a notarized signature on the absentee ballot application

Absentee ballots may be requested by completing an Absentee Ballot Request Form and providing verification of your identity by one of the above methods in-person at the Office of the City Clerk, by mail at One City Hall Plaza, Manchester, NH 03101, by email at elections@manchesternh.gov, or fax at (603) 624-6481.

For any questions regarding how to request an absentee ballot, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (603) 624-6455 or elections@manchesternh.gov. 

URGENT FOOD RECALL ALERT

Published: 09/29/2025 2:57 PM - Health News

URGENT FOOD RECALL ALERT

58 MILLION pounds of corn dogs and sausage-on-a-stick products recalled due to wood contamination

The Hillshire Brands Company has issued a Class 1 recall for corn dog and sausage products that may contain pieces of wood embedded in the batter.

Affected Brands:

  • Jimmy Dean (Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick, French Toast & Sausage on a Stick)
  • State Fair (Corn Dogs on a Stick)
  • Unbranded food service products

Production Dates: March 17 – September 26, 2025 Establishment Number: M582+P894

?? 5 injuries have been reported

ACTION REQUIRED: ? Food service operators: Check your inventory immediately ? DO NOT serve these products ? Discard or return affected items ? Contact your distributor for refunds

Full product list and details: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/hillshire-brands-company-recalls-corn-dog-and-sausage-a-stick-products-due-possible

Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Christina Self, The Hillshire Brands Company Associate Director of Customer Care, at 888-391-6680.

Road Closures: Footrace for the Fallen will be held on Sunday, 9-28-2025 from 8:30am to 12:00pm.

Published: 09/26/2025 2:00 PM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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City of Manchester CSO Notification

Published: 09/26/2025 12:53 PM - CSO Discharge Notification

Please be advised that the City of Manchester has experienced no CSO activations during the past 12 hours.

For more detailed CSO discharge information please go to EPD's website at:

https://www.manchesternh.gov/csomap

Thank you

Voting by Absentee Ballot

Published: 09/25/2025 5:00 PM - City Clerk Announcements

Absentee voters are now required to verify their identity when requesting an absentee ballot.

Road Work Notice: September 29th – October 3rd. 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily

Published: 09/25/2025 2:02 PM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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City of Manchester CSO Notification

Published: 09/25/2025 8:01 AM - CSO Discharge Notification

Please be advised that the City of Manchester has experienced CSO activations due to heavy rainfall and corresponding high flows.

For more detailed CSO discharge information please go to EPD's website at:

https://www.manchesternh.gov/csomap

Thank you

Sample Ballots - Non-Partisan Municipal General Election - November 4, 2025

Published: 09/24/2025 2:00 PM - City Clerk Announcements

Sample ballots for the upcoming Non-Partisan Municipal General Election, taking place on November 4, 2025, are now available on our website.

Union Street Roadway Closure Notice: Starting October 10th

Published: 09/23/2025 4:04 PM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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Brown Ave. (Faith Ln.- Devonshire St.) & Hazelton Ave (Devonshire St - Broadhead Ave.) Paving...

Published: 09/22/2025 8:29 AM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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ROADWORK NOTICE: N. Commercial St Closing on Wednesday, September 24th at Canal St

Published: 09/19/2025 4:30 PM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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Road Work Notice: September 22nd – 26th. 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily

Published: 09/19/2025 1:37 PM - General Announcements

Manchester, NH: City - Advisory

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Official Election Results: Non-Partisan Municipal Election, September 16, 2025

Published: 09/17/2025 6:25 PM - City Clerk Announcements

Official Election Results for the Non-Partisan Municipal Primary Election held on September 16, 2025 are now available on our website.  A total of 6,763 votes were cast, or 10.7% of Manchester registered voters. The top four candidates in the race to be Manchester's next Aldermen At-Large, along with the top two candidates in aldermanic races held in wards 1, 3, 6 and 8 will move forward to face off in the Municipal General Election on November 4, 2025.

Election Day also featured Manchester's new tabulators.  Feedback from voters and ward election officials was overwhelmingly positive about this new advancement. 

For more election information, visit our Voter Registration and Elections page, email us at cityclerk@manchesternh.gov or call us at (603) 624-6455.

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