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Laconia City Council Meeting 6/22/26
Published: Jun 22, 2026
City Council Hears Strong Support for Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Amid Budget Discussions
The council discussed and debated various aspects of the city's zoning regulations and the need for a rewrite. Multiple residents and council members expressed the importance of updating zoning to align with the new master plan, address affordable housing, preserve historical character, and manage growth. Concerns were raised about specific zoning classifications (RR2), the process for special exceptions, and the need for increased funding for a zoning review. The possibility of a zoning rewrite was a recurring theme throughout the meeting, with several speakers advocating for budget allocation towards this effort.
Council Removes Deputy City Manager Position from Budget, Prioritizes Cybersecurity Role
During the budget discussions, council members debated the inclusion of a new Deputy City Manager position. Several councilors expressed concerns about creating new positions, especially when not explicitly requested by the City Manager, citing taxpayer burden and the need for thorough review, job descriptions, and space considerations. The IT Manager position, focused on cybersecurity, received more support, with acknowledgment of the department's taxing workload and the proactive need to protect city assets from cyber threats. Ultimately, the Deputy City Manager position was removed from the budget proposal.
Elm Street School Drainage Project Approved with $33,000 Impact Fee Allocation
The council voted 5-1 to approve Resolution 2026-06, authorizing the use of $33,000 in impact fee revenues to address the drainage issue at the Elm Street School bus loop. This decision followed a debate where a friendly amendment reduced the initial $65,000 request to $33,000, allowing the school to utilize its already budgeted $32,000 for the project while using impact fees for the remaining cost.
Porgus and Prescott Avenues Declared Emergency Lanes Until July 2027 Amid Ongoing Road Acceptance Debate
The council considered a resolution to declare Porgus and Prescott avenues as emergency lanes until July 1, 2027. Residents spoke about the long-standing history of these private roads, the city's role in their development and maintenance, and the administrative deadlock preventing their formal public acceptance. While the emergency designation provides temporary safety, residents urged the council to find a regulatory workaround to formally accept the roads. The council ultimately approved the resolution and an associated exception allowing the city's solid waste contractor to collect trash from these avenues during the emergency lane period.
Public Hearing Scheduled for Bellnap House Sewer Line Replacement Project Update
The council moved to schedule a public hearing for July 13, 2026, to update the public on the progress of the Bellnap House emergency CDBG sewer line replacement project. The City Manager confirmed the project is completed and the hearing is a requirement for CDBG funding.
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Laconia Master Plan Steering Committee 6/25/26
Laconia Finance Sub Committee Meeting 6/18/26
Laconia Police Commission Meeting 06/17/2026
Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting 6/16/2026
Technical Review Committee Meeting 06/16/2026
Appointments Sub Committee Meeting 6/9/2026
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