City Council
Regular MeetingLaconia, NH · January 11, 2016
Minutes
LACONIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 11, 2016
CITY HALL- ROOM 200A
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Engler called the meeting to order at the above date and time.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG:
Councilor Henry Lipman led the Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk Reynolds called the roll with the following members in attendance: Councilor
Ava Doyle, Councilor Henry Lipman, Councilor Brenda Baer, Councilor Robert Hamel
and Councilor Armand Bolduc.
Mayor Engler stated that five (5) Councilors are in attendance and a quorum is
established.
Staff in Attendance: City Manager Scott Myers and Finance Director Donna Woodaman.
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS:
1. Regular and non-public meeting minutes of December 28, 2015
The minutes were distributed on December 29, 2015 and no corrections have
been received. With no further corrections the minutes are accepted as
distributed.
CONSENT AND ACTION CALENDAR:
1. Request from National Multiple Sclerosis Society to use Opechee Park and
Parking Lot on September 17, 2016 from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm for the Walk
MS Laconia 2016 Charity Event
A motion to approve was made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor
Doyle, the motion result was passed.
Ayes: Baer, Bolduc, Doyle, Hamel, Lipman
2. Request from Lakes Region Sled Dog Club to waive license, vendor
and loudspeaker fees for the February 12 - 14, 2016 Sled Dog Event
A motion to approve was made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor
Hamel, the motion result was passed.
Ayes: Baer, Bolduc, Doyle, Hamel, Lipman
CITIZEN COMMENTS FOR MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA:
No comments
INTERVIEWS:
None
COMMUNICATIONS:
None
PUBLIC INPUT
1. Review of zoning in the Weirs Beach Commercial Resort (CR) Zone
The City Council has set aside time for public comment on reviewing zoning in
the Weirs Beach area, specifically the Commercial Resort (CR) Zone. Public
input is encouraged at the Council meetings of January 11, January 25,
February 8 and February 22. Written comments will also be accepted. Letters
were sent on December 17, 2015 notifying property owners with significant
amounts of land or frontage in the Rt. 11B and Rt. 3 area (from White Oaks Rd.
to the Meredith town line) of the dates of these meetings.
Mayor Engler stated that any discussion of any zoning in the Weirs is important to
these discussions and will be considered. The Table of Uses was distributed to
the Council and was reviewed.
City Manager Myers expressed that he has heard from many of those sent
letters and although it was not required that anyone sign up to speak there were
two (2) scheduled for this evening that were unable to make it. Anyone that has
inquired has been advised that nothing will be happening as far as a decision
until the spring.
Mayor Engler called for any public comments.
Charlie St Clair addressed the Council to confirm that there will be further
discussion in the spring. Mayor Engler reviewed the process to date and with the
assumption that there will be a Council recommendation this spring, the Planning
Board would be holding public hearings after that time. C. St Clair stated that he
hopes that residential development is not permitted in that area and that it
remains
Commercial Resort as it was designed to be.
There were no other members of the public choosing to speak this evening. This
item will reoccur on the next meeting agenda.
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Acceptance and expending grant on behalf of the City in the amount of
$19,956.30 for Laconia DWI Patrols
Notice of the public hearing for a resolution relative to acceptance and
expending grant on behalf of the City in the amount of $19,956.30 for Laconia
DWI
Patrols was made in the Wednesday, December 30, 2015 edition of the
Laconia Daily Sun, at City Hall, the Gale Memorial Library, the Laconia
Community Center and the offices of the Laconia School District
Mayor Engler opened the public hearing at 7:16 p.m. and invited any members
of the public to speak.
Thomas Tardif addressed the Council. T Tardif feels the resolution is non-valid
because the only people that can sign the contract for the grant is the Mayor or
the Police Chief, therefore it needs to be reintroduced. Additionally, T Tardif
feels the amount of the grant will be more than $19,956.30 and indicated areas
of the application that he feels justify that statement. T Tardif further stated that
he is not opposed to the purpose but the procedure used and noted that the
times for the use of the grant funding purpose would not be until the 2017 Fiscal
Year.
Regarding the acceptance of the funds, T Tardif further noted that the funds
cannot be entered into the General Fund but will be placed in an Off Budget
Account, which will not be audited with other City accounts, and a legal review
should be done for this process because the Police Department will have open
access to the account.
Councilor Lipman commented that the point of who can sign for the grant will be
a technicality and that the financial aspects that were discussed are closely
monitored. Councilor Lipman further noted that if there are errors in the
resolution or the grant usage than there is sufficient time to correct them.
T Tardif commented that the funds to pay the officers for the in-kind time will be
paid out of the General Fund, not the Off Budget Account, and the tax payers
will be paying. It was also noted that T Tardif asked for minutes of the Highway
Safety
Commission and they have no approval to authorize the Police Department to
apply for grants.
Councilor Lipman participates in the Highway Safety Commission as a member
from the Health Care field. The Highway Safety Commission is an advisory
board that does not make formal decisions but rather recommendations.
City Manager Myers reviewed the agenda information from the meeting of
December 28, 2015 which clearly outlined how the grant would be expended.
City Manager Myers also noted that he is not aware of any specified time
frames for the use if the grant but Chief Adams can also speak to any
specifics. Regarding the funding, a separate account will be set up for the
acceptance of the funds and will be reimbursed into the General Fund to cover
the expenses of the grant as is done with other grants, and will be fully audited
as can be confirmed by the City auditors. City Manager Myers also advised that
the City Attorney attends Staff Meetings held before the Council Meetings and
they review the agenda packets and did not voice any concerns.
Mayor Engler asked for any other public comments.
T Tardif requested to speak again. Mayor Engler asked that comments be kept
to two (2) minutes. T Tardif reiterated that the funds will not be deposited into
the General Fund because it is not permitted by the grant. Additionally the in-
kind match of the grant is for any officers that are on patrol that may have had a
DWI stop during the time frame of the grant.
Mayor Engler called for any further comment. With none the public hearing was
closed at 7:26 p.m.
PRESENTATIONS:
None
MAYOR'S REPORT:
Mayor Engler commented that he was able to stop at the City Clerk's Office last week
and view the records that were preserved by Kofile Preservation and recommended
that everyone on the Council stop and look at the finished product. Mayor Engler was
also fortunate enough to see the first City Council Meeting ledger, held on May 3,
1893, with 14 members of the Council at the time and six (6) wards. Wards 1 through
Ward 5 were represented by two (2) members each and Ward 6 was represented by
four (4) members. Another interesting fact is that in the first Mayoral election, Charles
Bussiel was elected with 1,019 votes, with his opponent receiving 840, for a total of
almost 1,900 people voting which is more than those voting in our elections today.
Mayor Engler advised that an election to the Mayor Pro Tem needs to be made.
Councilor Baer moved to appoint Councilor Bolduc as Mayor Pro Tem and seconded by
Councilor Hamel, the motion passed with four Councilors in favor and Councilor Bolduc
Abstaining.
Mayor Engler advised that the assignments to subcommittees will be taking place at the
next meeting.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
1. FINANCE:
(a) WOW Trail Funding
(b) Downtown TIF Financing
2. PUBLIC SAFETY:
(a) Fair St/Court St traffic problems and accidents
3. GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS and ORDINANCES:
b. Ordinance Amending Chapter 221, Vehicles and Traffic/Parking on Sublawns
c. Review of Chapter 167, Noise and Chapter 161, Licensing as it pertains to
outdoor sound equipment and loudspeakers
d. Procedural review of grant applications
4. PUBLIC WORKS:
e. Review of proposed speed table on Summit Avenue
5. LANDS and BUILDINGS:
Councilor Hamel reported that a meeting was held at the Fire Station for the Joint
Building Committee and it looks like the project is just about done and the Committee
will not need to meet again in a formal manner. There will need to be a short meeting
to approve the final financial obligations. At this time the project is approximately
$95,000 in the negative and there are a few allowances and rebates that are pending
to offset that amount to bring this down to approximately $60,000. This building should
be viable for many years to come. City Manager Myers added that there were some
surprises in the renovation of the older part of the building, particularly with asbestos,
and some contaminated soil mitigation that needed to be addresses, as well as some
water run off standards that needed to be addressed. These unanticipated
environmental concerns needed to be handled and when all of the information is in the
Council will be given the final information.
f. Repair & maintenance of City Buildings
g. Downtown parking garage
Councilor Hamel commented that he spoke to Public Works Director Paul
Moynihan regarding the Downtown Parking garage. They have finished sampling
from one office space formerly occupied by the Pat Wood law office and they
will be working in the Soda Shoppe area next week. They will be continuing into
the Grace Capital Church and once done they feel that within four to six weeks a
better estimate will be available from DuBois & King. Mayor Engler
recommended advising the owner and potential buyer. City Manager Myers
replied that they are
aware of the process to date and there has been discussion with financing
repairs and enhancements moving forward. There will be a meeting in a few
weeks regarding the financial aspects.
LIASON REPORT:
None
CITIZEN REQUESTS TO COMMENT ON CURRENT AGENDA ITEMS
C. St Clair commented that he is in support of the Boardwalk Policy that has
been presented this evening.
MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Myers advised that the agenda packets are available on the City website
on the Friday before every Council Meeting. Packets are also available in the City
Clerk's Office if anyone would like to view one before the meeting. City Manager
Myers also reviewed the new agenda management software, Novus Agenda
Solutions, that is being used for the Council Agendas from start to finish and reviewed
some highlights for the Council.
Councilor Baer asked if there were any expenses for the City regarding the Pumpkin
Festival. City Manager Myers replied that a draft budget was submitted to Let It Shine
for salary costs associated with the event when the announcement was made that the
event would be held. The actual costs were a little more, with the estimate being
$41,000 and the actual being $44,000. The increase was caused by the lighting
requirements for the scaffolding which required additional man hours. Expenses for
the City have note been paid at this time but the other expenses have been paid.
There has been discussion regarding assets and a plan is being worked through with
Let It Shine to have the City made whole.
Councilor Baer confirmed that the vendor fees went to the Chamber of Commerce.
City Manager Myers replied that it was split between the Chamber of Commerce and
Let It Shine.
Councilor Lipman requested asked for some information on the budget outlook. City
Manager Myers reviewed some expenses that are outstanding as well as the
anticipated expense increase in the coming year.
There was also discussion on the costs of health insurance increases, with a not to
exceed rate of 12%.
1. Financial and Operational Trends
Report City Manager Myers reviewed
the report.
There was discussion regarding the Pending Grievance Summary regarding
wages paid for Court Duty for an employee that was called for an event that
occurred while the employee was not on City time. The arbitrator ruled against
the City on December 29, 2015 based on the literal language in the Collective
Bargaining Agreement.
2. Monthly Economic Development
Update City Manager Myers reviewed
the report.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Request to approve revised City Council Boardwalk Policy
On December 28, 2015 the City Council approved raising the rental fees for
vendor spaces on the Boardwalk for Laconia Motorcycle Week from $1,250 per
space to $1,500 per space. The Boardwalk Policy needs to be revised to
reflect this change. A copy of the current Policy is attached with the revision
shown in red.
There are 14 spaces on the Boardwalk that pay a fee for their vending space
(the Kiwanis Club and Laconia Motorcycle Week Association receive their
space(s) free of charge.) If approved by the Council, the increase in rental fees
of the Boardwalk vending spaces from $1,250 to $1,500 each will result in an
additional $3,500 in revenue.
A motion to approve was made by Councilor Hamel and seconded by Councilor
Baer, the motion result was passed.
Ayes: Baer, Bolduc, Doyle, Hamel, Lipman
2. Offer to purchase City-Owned property on Davis Place, and request to
schedule a public hearing
Harry Bean, owner of property located at 32 Davis Place, has offered to
purchase a portion of two City-owned lots on Davis Place (located adjacent to
his property) identified as Parcels 412-60-59 and 426-60-22. The portions Mr.
Bean wishes to purchase are shown in orange on the attached map with the
approximate square footage of each section noted. The purchase price
proposed by Mr. Bean is the sum of $1,000.00.
Per Section 183-7 and 183-8 of the City’s Code, City Manager Myers
recommends the Council schedule a public hearing for January 25, 2016 to
declare the portions of property as shown on the attached map as surplus with
consideration of a sale to Harry Bean as outlined above. The City Manager’s
office will notify the immediate abutters of the date of the public hearing.
City Manager Myers advised that he has discussed with H Bean any additional
expenses that would be incurred being paid by H Bean but that does not appear
in the offer presented by H Bean.
Councilor Hamel asked what the value is on the property. Councilor Baer stated
that the assessed value of the combined lots is approximately $126,000.
Councilor Baer asked if the property is declared as surplus does there need to
be a bid offering. City Manager Myers replied that after the public hearing
process and the choice to declare, or not declare, the property as surplus the
Council can then
decide how they would like to dispose of the property if they choose.
Councilor Bolduc advised that the piece of property is very small and in poor
condition. The concerns that H Bean has are the activity occurring in the wooded
area which abuts his property. The property is not being utilized of for anything
and Councilor Bolduc feels it would be a wise decision to declare it is surplus
and sell the property.
Councilor Bolduc moved to schedule a Public Hearing on January 25, 2016
during the regular City Council meeting regarding the declaration of City-owned
property on Davis Place as surplus. The motion died for lack of a second.
With the motion failing, City Manager Myers asked for direction to give H Bean to
proceed. Councilor Hamel asked for more information on additional expenses.
Councilor Lipman added that in addition he would like to have some information
on how the property will be utilized and the ability to make that a stipulation on
the sale.
Mayor Engler asked if anyone has an issue on the sale price offered. Councilor
Hamel stated that there needs to be a clarification that the expenses for addional
professional services are paid by H Bean.
Councilor Hamel moved to table this item until additional information is received.
Seconded by Councilor Bolduc. Motion passed. Ayes: Baer, Bolduc. Doyle,
Hamel, Lipman
3. Request to set polling hours for the Presidential Primary Election on February
9, 2016
Per RSA 659:4 “At all state elections in towns and cities the polls shall open not
later than 11 o'clock in the morning and shall close not earlier than 7 o'clock in
the evening. In cities, the city council shall determine the polling hours no later
than 30 days prior to a state election.
The City Clerk has requested that the City Council establish polling hours of 7:00
a.m. until 7:00 p.m. for the upcoming Presidential Primary Election on February
9, 2016. These hours are consistent with prior State and Federal Elections.
A motion to approve was made by Councilor Hamel and seconded by Councilor
Doyle, the motion result was passed.
Ayes: Baer, Bolduc, Doyle, Hamel, Lipman
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. Second reading of a resolution relative to authorizing the City Manager to
accept and expend grants on behalf of the City in the amount of $19,956.30
for Laconia DWI Patrols
Councilor Lipman asked if Chief Adams would like to add to the discussion
this evening.
Chief Adams advised that the Police Department has been utilizing these grants
for many years and the process has been updated. They are worthwhile grants
that dedicate officers for a specific purpose, this one being impaired driving
which is a problem in our community.
Councilor Hamel asked how the amount of the grant is determined. Chief Adams
replied that statistics are used to determine the amount that is awarded.
Councilor Hamel asked if the grants were done incorrectly would they be kicked
back as incomplete. Chief Adams replied that they would.
Councilor Lipman asked if the approval is delayed would it adversely effect the
Police Department. Chief Adams replied that it would not and they would have to
use the grant before the grant expires.
Mayor Engler requested an explanation of the in-kind calculation. Chief Adams
replied that in speaking with Lt. Graton today it was explained that this will not be
additional costs because these are actions and services that are already
happening within the department as part of normal activities. This will be staff
time, use of vehicles/related expenses, prosecutor time, etc.
Councilor Hamel asked if this is the same process that is being questioned with
pending litigation. City Manager Myers replied that this is somewhat but the other
funds are unanticipated revenues that need to be accepted and allocated.
Mayor Engler advised that the procedure would be to move in the affirmative,
obtain a second and then have a secondary motion to table which would be
germane. Councilor Lipman expressed concern with having a second reading
and then making changes. City Manager Myers advised that as long as the
changes are minor and technical in nature the resolution would not need to go
through the entire process again and agreed with the Mayor's request for order
of events.
Motion to waive the reading of this resolution in its entirety made by Councilor Baer and
seconded by Councilors Doyle, the motion passed.
Ayes: Baer, Bolduc, Doyle, Hamel, Lipman
A second reading was made by title only by Councilor Baer and seconded by
Councilor Bolduc.
Councilor Lipman moved to table the passage of this resolution until technical items are
identified.SecondedbyCouncilor Hamel, the motion passed.
Ayes: Baer, Bolduc, Doyle, Hamel, Lipman
NOMINATIONS, APPOINTMENTS & ELECTIONS
None
COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilor Baer thanked City Manager Myers for the new chairs.
NON-PUBLIC SESSION:
None
ADJOURNMENT:
Motion to adjourn made by Councilor Bolduc and seconded by Councilor Baer, the motion
passed and the meeting was adjourned at 9:02 p.m.
Ayes: Baer, Bolduc, Doyle, Hamel, Lipman
Respectfully Submitted:
Mary A Reynolds
City Clerk
These minutes were accepted by the City Council as distributed on January 25, 2016
Agenda
LACONIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 11, 2016
CITY HALL - ROOM 200A
7:00 PM
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
RECORDING SECRETARY
ROLL CALL
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
1. Regular and non-public meeting minutes of December 28, 2015
CONSENT AND ACTION CALENDAR
1. Request from National Multiple Sclerosis Society to use Opechee Park and
Parking Lot on September 17, 2016 from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm for the Walk MS
Laconia 2016 Charity Event
2. Request from Lakes Region Sled Dog Club to waive license, vendor and
loudspeaker fees for the February 12 - 14, 2016 Sled Dog Event
CITIZEN COMMENTS FOR MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
INTERVIEWS
COMMUNICATIONS
PUBLIC INPUT
1. Review of zoning in the Weirs Beach Commercial Resort (CR) Zone
PUBLIC HEARING
1. Acceptance and expending grant on behalf of the City in the amount of $19,956.30
for Laconia DWI Patrols
PRESENTATIONS
MAYOR'S REPORT
COMMITTEE REPORTS
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*Not all items in this section may be acted on. Reports and updates will be made when necessary.
1. FINANCE: (Lipman, Hamel, Baer) (No report on any item in committee)
(a) WOW Trail Funding
(b) Downtown TIF Financing
2. PUBLIC SAFETY: (Baer, Doyle, Bownes) (No report on any item in
committee)
(a) Fair St/Court St traffic problems and accidents
3. GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS and ORDINANCES: (Doyle, Bolduc, Bownes)
(report on item c from the meeting held at 6:30 p.m.)
(a) Ordinance Amending Chapter 221, Vehicles and Traffic/Parking on Sublawns
(b) Review of Chapter 167, Noise and Chapter 161, Licensing as it pertains to outdoor
sound equipment and loudspeakers
(c) Procedural review of grant applications
4. PUBLIC WORKS: (Bolduc, Baer, Bownes) (No report on any item in
Committee)
(a) Review of proposed speed table on Summit Avenue
5. LANDS and BUILDINGS: (Hamel, Lipman ,Bolduc) (No report on any item in
committee)
(a) Repair & maintenance of City Buildings
(b) Downtown parking garage
LIAISON REPORT
CITIZEN REQUESTS TO COMMENT ON CURRENT AGENDA ITEMS
MANAGER'S REPORT
1. Financial and Operational Trends Report
2. Monthly Economic Development Update
NEW BUSINESS
1. Request to approve revised City Council Boardwalk Policy
2. Offer to purchase City-Owned property on Davis Place, and request to schedule a
public hearing
3. Request to set polling hours for the Presidential Primary Election on February 9,
2016
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Second reading of a resolution relative to authorizing the City Manager to accept
and expend grants on behalf of the City int he amopunt of $19,956.30 for Laconia
DWI Patrols
NOMINATIONS, APPOINTMENTS & ELECTIONS
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COUNCIL COMMENTS
NON-PUBLIC SESSION
(a) The dismissal, promotion or compensation of any public employee, or the investigation of any charges
against him, unless the employee affected (1) has a right to a meeting and (2) requests that the meeting be
open, in which case the request shall be granted.
(b) The hiring of any person as a public employee.
(c) Matters which, if discussed in public, would likely affect adversely the reputation of any person, other
than a member of the body or agency itself, unless such person requests an open meeting. (d)
Consideration of the acquisition, sale or lease of real or personal property which, if discussed in public,
would likely benefit a party or parties whose interests are adverse to those of the general community.
(e) Consideration or negotiation of pending claims or litigation which has been threatened in writing or filed
against the body or agency or any subdivision thereof, or against any member thereof because of his
membership in such body or agency, until the claim or litigation has been fully adjudicated or otherwise
settled.
(i) Consideration of matters relating to the preparation for and the carrying out of emergency functions
including training to carry out such functions, developed by local or state safety officials that are directly
intended to thwart a deliberate act that is intended to result in widespread or severe damage to property or
widespread injury or loss of life.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
1. Ordinance amendment relative to Chapter 167, Noise and Chapter 161, Licensing
as it pertains to outdoor sound equipment and loudspeakers (tabled at the meeting
of 9/28/15)
2. Second reading of a resolution relative to the adoption of RSA 31:95-b,
Appropriation of funds made available during the year (tabled at the meeting of
11/23/15 pending the outcome of legal matters)
3. Strategic Planning/Goal Setting
4. Single Stream Recycling/Concord Co-op/Solid Waste Disposal Cost Reduction
5. Sewer & Water Master Plan
6. Master Plan
7. WOW Trail
8. Milfoil Treatment Funding Request
ADJOURNMENT
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CITY COUNCIL ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
DATE SUBMITTED BY: 12/31/2015
FROM: Mary Reynolds, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Approval of minutes
DISCUSSION:
Regular meeting minutes were distributed on December 29, 2015. There have been no
corrections received.
REQUESTED ACTION:
If there are corrections or amendments, the minutes are accepted as distributed.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
Regular Minutes Backup Material 1/8/2016 12_28_15public.pdf
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Clerk Reynolds, Mary Approved 12/31/2015 - 2:01 PM
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LACONIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 28, 2015
CITY HALL – CONFERENCE ROOM 200A
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Edward Engler called the meeting to order at the above date and
time.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG: Councilor Ava Doyle led the Salute to the Flag.
RECORDING SECRETARY: City Clerk Mary Reynolds
ROLL CALL: City Clerk Reynolds called the roll with the following Councilors in attendance:
Councilor Ava Doyle, Councilor David Bownes, Councilor Henry Lipman, Councilor Brenda
Baer, Councilor Robert Hamel, and Councilor Armand Bolduc.
Mayor Engler noted that all Councilors are in attendance and a quorum is established.
STAFF IN ATTENDNACE: City Manager Scott Myers and Finance Director Donna Woodaman.
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS:
1. Regular and non-public meeting minutes of December 14, 2015
Minutes of the non-public session were distributed to the Council on December 16. Minutes of
the regular session were distributed on December 18. One correction was received from
Councilor Bownes for the regular minutes and it was recorded as requested.
With no further corrections being requested the minutes were accepted as distributed.
CONSENT AND ACTION CALENDAR:
1. Temporary Traffic Order 2016-01, Community Blood Drive
Councilor Bolduc moved to approve Temporary Traffic Order 2016-01, Community Blood Drive.
Seconded by Councilor Hamel. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
2. Request to establish rental for Boardwalk, Lakeport Fire Station and Weirs Boulevard
Spaces for Laconia Motorcycle Week 2016
Councilor Hamel commented that he would not object to increasing the fee to $1,500 and would
like to have the opinions of the other Councilors. There was discussion about reasoning for
lowering the rental fees in 2011 and the demand for the spaces in recent years, which has been
very favorable. A vendor from this past year will be offered a space and it will be opened up to
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others if they decline. City Manager Myers did not feel increasing the fees would price the City
out of the market.
Councilor Doyle recommended increasing at a lower percentage rate, because the rate
proposed is a 20% increase. Councilor Doyle recommended increasing by 10% this year and
10% next year in light of the prior discussion of the downfall of Motorcycle Week and this would
be contributing to the problem. City Manager Myers advised that this is done each year and is
always open for discussion by the Council and a decision needs to be made so the vendors
from last year can be contacted.
Councilor Baer asked how many spaces the City has. City Manager Myers replied that the City
has five (5) food vendors and the remainder are 10 non-food spaces.
Councilor Hamel commented that the concerns with Motorcycle Week are not the cost of vendor
spaces but the need for increasing attendance. Councilor Doyle commented that there needs to
be a variety of vendors and this is not going to encourage a more quality vendor with variety to
attend.
Councilor Bownes commented that a small increase, of perhaps 5%, would be appropriate.
Councilor Hamel moved that the 10x12 vendor spaces be increased to $1,500 and to accept the
other rental rates for 2016 as submitted. Seconded by Councilor Baer.
Councilor Lipman recalled that the fees were reduced in 2011 and noted that the motion does
not preclude the Council from authorizing flexibility to the City Manager for rental of the spaces.
City Manager Myers confirmed this is correct.
Mayor Engler called the question. Vote was 4-2 and the motion passed. (For: Baer, Hamel,
Bolduc, Lipman; Against: Doyle, Bownes)
CITIZEN COMMENTS FOR MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA: NONE
INTERVIEWS: NONE
COMMUNICATIONS: NONE
PRESENTATIONS:
1. Findings of the CDBG funded Level 2 ASHRAE energy audit at the Scott & Williams
Building, 22 Stafford Street
Donna Lane reviewed the energy audit for the Council.
Dana Nute, from Resilient Buildings Group, advised the Council that this building is 41%
efficient compared to other like buildings in NH. This transfers to approximately $30,000 in
efficiency.
Dick Weaver, Laconia Housing Authority, advised that the cost for heating the building in the
last year was approximately $90,000 and the extra expense would be $30,000. D. Nute
explained that e combined heat and power unit is being recommended for electricity and heat
and save approximately $25,000 each year.
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Councilor Bolduc asked why this was not done when the building was constructed less than 10
years ago. D. Nute advised that the large glass windows were a contributor and the remaining
factors are outlined in the study.
Councilor Bownes asked what savings were realized at the Stafford House. D Nute advised the
project saved $23,500 annually.
Councilor Lipman asked how the savings come back to the Laconia Housing Authority. D
Weaver advised the savings benefit the tenants because of the services they can provide at the
property. The Scott & Williams building may have a savings in the payments from the tenants.
Councilor Bownes asked how the savings application will be determined. D Weaver replied that
this is a calculation done annually to determine the expenses and will change over time. This
property is currently operating at a deficit from a special assessment last year. This was
contributed to by the harsh winter weather the last few years.
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Community Development Block Grant
a. A proposed application to the Community Development Finance Authority for up
to $500,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for energy
improvements to Scott & Williams Building, 22 Stafford Street in Laconia. The
building houses four non-profit sponsored condominium units providing
affordable workforce housing, community health care, wellness center, and child
care services
Mayor Engler opened the public hearing at 7:31 p.m. with the reading of the notice of public
hearing was made in the Wednesday, December 16, 2015 edition of the Laconia Daily Sun, at
City Hall, the Gale Memorial Library, the Laconia Community Center and the offices of the
Laconia School District.
Community Development Block Grant funds are available to municipalities through the NH
Community Development Finance Authority. Up to $500,000 annually is available for economic
development projects, up to $500,000 for public facility and housing projects, up to $350,000 in
emergency activities and up to $12,000 is available per each planning grants. All projects must
primarily benefit low and moderate income persons.
This Project is a proposed application to the Community Development Finance Authority for up
to $500,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for energy improvements to Scott &
Williams Building, 22 Stafford Street in Laconia. The building houses four non-profit sponsored
condominium units providing affordable workforce housing, community health care, wellness
center, and child care services.
This project conforms with Laconia’s Housing and Community Development Plan’s Goal of:
Encouraging Workforce Housing and the rehabilitation of Community Facilities and Services –
Provide facilities and services that meet the needs of the City’s population.
With no members of the public choosing to speak the public hearing was closed at 7:34 p.m.
b. The Residential Antidisplacement and Relocation Assistance Plan.
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Mayor Engler opened the public hearing at 7:35 p.m. with notice of this public hearing being
made in the Wednesday, December 16, 2015 edition of the Laconia Daily Sun, at City Hall, the
Gale Memorial Library, the Laconia Community Center and the offices of the Laconia School
District.
Energy improvements will be made in occupied spaces as necessary. No displacement or
relocation is expected to occur, but we are adopting the Antidisplacement and Relocation
Assistance Plan as required. This plan outlines the measures they would take to find
comparable, suitable housing if a person (or business) was displaced or relocated.
Mayor Engler asked for anyone wishing to speak to do so at this time.
With no members of the public wishing to speak the public hearing was closed at 7:36 p.m.
2. Acceptance of donated property by the Lionel R Labonte Revocable Trust of 2011 for
use with Phase II of the WOW Trail
Mayor Engler opened the public hearing at 7:38 p.m. with the notice of this public hearing being
made in the Thursday, December 17, 2015 edition of the Laconia Daily Sun, at City Hall, the
Gale Memorial Library, the Laconia Community Center and the offices of the Laconia School
District.
Mayor Engler requested any wishing to speak to do so at this time.
With no members of the public wishing to speak the public hearing was closed at 7:39 p.m.
MAYOR’S REPORT:
Mayor Engler reported on a meeting held on December 17, 2015 with the State of NH
Administrative Services Deputy Commissioner Michael Connor regarding the possible purchase
of the former Laconia State School property on North Main Street. This was an informal meeting
to allow for a briefing of the Mayor and City Manager regarding the process of disposal of the
property. It was reminded that HB 2 called for the sale of the Laconia State School property and
since that time the property has been subdivided and the buildings closest to North Main Street.
The provision outlined in RSA 4:40 for disposition of State property was also waived in HB 2
which would require a long range process for the sale; at this time the Administrative Services
will only need to bring a proposal to the Governor and Council for the sale. The budget calls for
$2 million to be gained by the State by the end of the biennium. The appraisal done on the
property came in at slightly over $2 million and it was advised that the State does not intend to
have another appraisal done and they will be placing out requests for proposal on or around
April 1 with a real estate firm. The intention is to keep the property on the market through the
summer and they hope to learn what the market value of the property is of the parcel today.
Mayor Engler reviewed RSA 4:40, I, which states “the governor and council shall first offer it to
the town, city, or county in which the property is located. If the town, city, or county refuses the
offer, the governor and council may sell, convey, transfer, or lease the real property”; this means
that the State can offer the sale of the party to the City for the same amount that a private party
would be willing to pay and the City would have precedence. This will be the subject on the
Council agenda, and possibly in a non-public session, at a later time.
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Discussion followed regarding the clean-up of the property, the subdivision of the two buildings
being currently used, and the parcel located on the opposite side of the street and across from
Robbie Mills Field that is currently leased by the City. It was also discussed that the Council will
need to have a site visit to the property in the spring, with the States permission, to have a
better understanding of the property and what is involved.
Mayor Engler noted the passing of Dick Breton and Don Beane. Both have passed within the
last week and were stewards of our community in various active rolls which were reviewed by
Mayor Engler. The condolences are sent to the families and the accomplishments of these
gentleman are celebrated.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
1. FINANCE: (Lipman, Hamel, Baer)
a) WOW Trail Fund
b) Downtown TIF Financing
No report on any item in committee
2. PUBLIC SAFETY: (Baer, Doyle, Bownes)
a) Fair St./Court St. traffic problems and accidents
No report on any item in committee
3. GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS & ORDINANCES: (Doyle, Bolduc, Bownes)
a) Ordinance Amending Chapter 221, Vehicles and Traffic/Parking on Sublawns
b) Review of Chapter 167, Noise and Chapter 161, Licensing as it pertains to outdoor
sound equipment and loudspeakers
c) Procedural review for grant applications
No report on any item in committee
4. PUBLIC WORKS: (Bolduc, Baer, Bownes)
a) Review of a request for a 3-way stop for Summit Ave, Wentworth Cove and
Governor’s Island
Councilor Bolduc asked if the 3-way stop can be removed because the vote was not to have
one placed. City Manager Myers advised that a speed table is still being reviewed and a
placeholder should remain on the agenda. The plan is to have some information in January.
Councilor Bolduc moved to remove item a, “Review of a request for a 3-way stop for Summit
Ave, Wentworth Cove and Governor’s Island”, and place with “Review of proposed speed table
on Summit Avenue”. Seconded by Councilor Baer. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
5. LAND & BUILDINGS: (Hamel, Lipman, Bolduc) (report on item b from the meeting
held this evening at 6:15 p.m.)
a) Repair & maintenance of City Buildings
b) Downtown parking garage
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Councilor Hamel reviewed that the meeting was a general discussion regarding the need to
continue testing and discuss a timeline. The committee will likely meet again after they have a
better estimate from the contractor which is hopeful to be around the end of January.
Councilor Baer asked if the contract would need to be negotiated with the private party. City
Manager Myers replied that this is not a contract but a deeded ownership and the requirement
for maintenance has not been outlined. Going forward it is the desire to have a maintenance
agreement in place to have a clear expectation for both parties. At this time there needs to be
clearing of various aspects of the property, including electrical.
Councilor Hamel replied that this will be a challenge but it can be done. Councilor Lipman added
that the goal is to have a committee recommendation by April to ensure the buyer of the private
property does not forgo funding of the purchase.
Councilor Bownes confirmed that there is not agreement for the maintenance of the property.
City Manager Myers confirmed that other than the deed there
LIAISON REPORTS: NONE
CITIZEN REQUESTS TO COMMENT ON CURRENT AGENDA ITEMS: Charlie St Clair
commented on the rate changes for the City rental spaces for Motorcycle Week. C St Clair
expressed that he does not feel the rate increase is unreasonable and encouraged the City to
invest in better lighting in the area for the vendors because it is very dark once the sun goes
down.
MANAGER’S REPORT: City Manager Myers reviewed the Project Updates.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. First reading of a resolution relative to authorizing the City Manager to accept and
expend grants on behalf of the City in the amount of $19,956.30 for Laconia DWI Patrols
and to schedule a public hearing on January 11, 2016 during the regular Council
Meeting
City Manage Myers reviewed the proposal with the Council as provided in a memo from the
Laconia Police Department.
Mayor Engler advised that copies of the resolution were made available in the City Clerk’s
Office, posted at City Hall on the bulletin board, and this evening at the entrance to the Council
Chambers.
Councilor Lipman moved to waive the reading of this Resolution in its entirety and to read by
title only. Seconded by Councilor Baer. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
Councilor Bolduc move a first reading of a resolution relative to authorizing the City Manager to
accept and expend grants on behalf of the City in the amount of $19,956.30 for Laconia DWI
Patrols and to schedule a public hearing on January 11, 2016 during the regular Council
Meeting. Seconded by Councilor Baer. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
2. Community Block Grant Application
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a. Request to approve the submittal of the CDBG application for Energy
Improvements at Scott & Williams Building and votes to authorize the City
Manager to sign and submit the application, , and any amendments thereto, and
upon approval of the CDBG application, authorize the City Manager to execute
any documents which may be necessary to effectuate the CDBG contract
b. Request to adopt the Residential Antidisplacement and Relocation Assistance
Plan for the Energy Improvements at Scott & Williams Building CDBG Application
Councilor Bownes moved to approve the submittal of the CDBG application for Energy
Improvements at Scott & Williams Building and votes to authorize the City Manager to sign and
submit the application, and any amendments thereto, and upon approval of the CDBG
application, authorize the City Manager to execute any documents which may be necessary to
effectuate the CDBG contract. Seconded by Councilor Baer .Vote was 6-0 and the motion
passed.
Councilor Bolduc moved to adopt the Residential Antidisplacement and Relocation Assistance
Plan for the Energy Improvements at Scott & Williams Building CDBG Application. Seconded by
Councilor Hamel. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
3. Transfer Request
City Manager Myers reviewed the request for the Council.
Councilor Lipman moved to transfer $39,425 from account 01-433-125-0000, Workers
Compensation, to account 01-497-500-0048, Parking Garage/Deck Repairs. Seconded by
Councilor Bolduc. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
4. Review of City Manager’s Compensation
Mayor Engler noted that the Council has met in non-public session regarding this subject and
this evening the measures will need to be approved. The City Manager’s current salary is
$120,000 and for the calendar year 2016 the proposed salary is $125,000 (4.25%). The City
currently contributes to a retirement account 11% and will be increasing to 12%.
Councilor Bolduc moved to increase the salary of the City Manager for 2016 to $125,000 and to
increase the contributions to his retirement account to 12%. Seconded by Councilor Hamel.
Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
Mayor Engler thanked City Manager Myers for his continued efforts and commitment to the City.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. Second reading of a resolution relative to acceptance of donated property by the
Lionel R Labonte Revocable Trust of 2011 for use with Phase II of the WOW Trail
Copies of the resolution were made available in the City Clerk’s Office, posted at City Hall on
the bulletin board, and this evening at the entrance to the Council Chambers.
Councilor Doyle moved to waive the reading of this Resolution in its entirety and to read by title
only. Seconded by Councilor Hamel. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
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Councilor Bownes moved a second reading of a resolution relative to acceptance of donated
property by the Lionel R Labonte Revocable Trust of 2011 for use with Phase II of the WOW
Trail. Seconded by Councilor Doyle. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
2. Consideration of a resolution relative to encouraging the protection and
maintenance of the monumental oak tree located at 1092 Union Ave
Mayor Engler advised that this is being brought forward at the request of the Council at a prior
meeting.
Mayor Engler read the following resolution into the record:
“In the Year of Our Lord two thousand and fifteen
A RESOLUTION RELATIVE TO ENCOURAGING THE PROTECTION AND
MAINTENANCE OF THE MONUMENTAL OAK TREE LOCATED AT 1092
UNION AVENUE
Resolved by the City Council of the City of Laconia as follows:
WHEREAS, the property owner of 1092 Union Avenue in Laconia, NH had a site plan
conditionally approved on August 5, 2014 where the condition of approval stated that the large
oak tree near the northeast corner of the property is a monumental shade tree, and as such
shall be protected and maintained during and after construction; and
WHEREAS, there are ongoing conversations about whether or not the tree should be removed
in the future. .
NOW THEREFORE, the Laconia City Council encourages the Planning Board to maintain their
original position of requiring the tree to stay in place and be protected and maintained.
This Resolution shall take effect upon its passage.”
Councilor Hamel moved the resolution as presented. Seconded by Councilor Lipman. Vote was
5-1 and the motion passed. (For: Doyle, Bownes, Lipman, Hamel and Bolduc; Opposed:
Baer)
3. Ordinance amendment relative to Chapter 167, Noise and Chapter 161, Licensing as it
pertains to outdoor sound equipment and loudspeakers (tabled at the meeting of
9/28/15)
4. Second reading of a resolution relative to the adoption of RSA 31:95-b, Appropriation of
funds made available during the year (tabled at the meeting of 11/23/15 pending the
outcome of legal matters)
5. Milfoil Treatment Funding Request
6. WOW Trail
7. Master Plan
8. EPA Update
9. Sewer & Water Master Plan
10. Single Stream Recycling/Concord Co-Op/Solid Waste Disposal Cost Reduction
11. Strategic Planning/Goal Setting
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Mayor Engler asked if the Council would be willing to remove any items from the agenda.
Councilor Lipman stated that he feels these items are necessary for tracking.
Councilor Hamel moved to remove the EPA Update from the agenda. Seconded by Councilor
Doyle. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
Councilor Lipman reviewed each item and his reasoning for the need to keep them on the
agenda. City Manager Myers advised that some of them are reviewed in the various reports
submitted each month.
Councilor Hamel requested to have an architectural update from the WOW Trail. Mayor Engler
gave an update from the WOW Trail committee in regards to the project progress at this time.
NOMINATIONS, APPOINTMENTS & ELECTIONS: NONE
COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilor Bolduc presented the Congressional Proclamation for
Laconia Christmas Village to the Mayor for display within the City.
NON - PUBLIC SESSION: Councilor Bownes moved to enter into non-public session according
to RSA 91-A:3, II:( a) The dismissal, promotion or compensation of any public employee, or the
investigation of any charges against him, unless the employee affected (1) has a right to a
meeting and (2) requests that the meeting be open, in which case the request shall be granted.
Seconded by Councilor Bolduc. City Clerk Reynolds called the roll of the Council and all
members responded in the affirmative.
Mayor Engler noted that only members of the Council would be present for the non-public
session and no further action would be taken at the conclusion of the non-public session. Non-
public session was entered at 8:38 p.m.
Councilor Bolduc moved to come out of non-public session at 9:02 p.m. Seconded by Councilor
Baer. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
Councilor Hamel moved to seal the minutes of the non-public session for eight (8) months.
Seconded by Councilor Bolduc. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
ADJOURNMENT: Councilor Bolduc moved to adjourn at 9:03 p.m. Seconded by Councilor
Hamel. Vote was 6-0 and the motion passed.
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CITY COUNCIL ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
DATE SUBMITTED BY: 1/6/2016
FROM: Nancy Brown, Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Fundraising request
DISCUSSION:
See attached memo and application
REQUESTED ACTION:
Proposed motion: "I move to approve the request from National Multiple Sclerosis Society to
use Opechee Park and Parking Lot on September 17, 2016 from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm for the
Walk MS Laconia 2016 Charity Event."
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
Memo and Application Backup Material 1/6/2016 MS_Society_Field_Use_Request.pdf
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Manager Brown, Nancy Approved 1/6/2016 - 10:56 AM
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CITY COUNCIL ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
DATE SUBMITTED BY: 1/6/2016
FROM: Nancy Brown, Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Request to waive fees
DISCUSSION:
See attached letter.
REQUESTED ACTION:
Proposed motion: "I move to approve the request from Lakes Region Sled Dog Club to waive
license, vendor and loudspeaker fees for the February 12 - 14, 2016 Sled Dog Event."
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
Letter requesting Backup Material 1/6/2016 Lakes_Region_Sled_Dog_Club_Waiver_Request.pdf
waiver of fees
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Manager Brown, Nancy Approved 1/6/2016 - 11:02 AM
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CITY COUNCIL ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
DATE SUBMITTED BY: 1/6/2016
FROM: Nancy Brown, Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Public input
DISCUSSION:
The City Council has set aside time for public comment on reviewing zoning in the Weirs Beach
area, specifically the Commercial Resort (CR) Zone. Public input is encouraged at the Council
meetings of January 11, January 25, February 8 and February 22. Written comments will also be
accepted. Letters were sent on December 17, 2015 notifying property owners with significant
amounts of land or frontage in the Rt. 11B and Rt. 3 area (from White Oaks Rd. to the Meredith
town line) of the dates of these meetings. A copy of the notification letter is attached.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
Letter to Weirs CR Backup Material 1/6/2016 Letter_to_Weirs_Property_Owners.pdf
Zone Property Owners
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Manager Brown, Nancy Approved 1/6/2016 - 2:47 PM
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CITY COUNCIL ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
DATE SUBMITTED BY: 12/28/2015
FROM: Mary Reynolds, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Public Hearing Notice
DISCUSSION:
Notice of the public hearing for a resolution relative to acceptance and expending grant on
behalf of the City in the amount of $19,956.30 for Laconia DWI Patrols was made in the
Wednesday, December 30, 2015 edition of the Laconia Daily Sun, at City Hall, the Gale
Memorial Library, the Laconia Community Center and the offices of the Laconia School District.
REQUESTED ACTION:
To be taken up under Unfinished Business.
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Clerk Reynolds, Mary Approved 1/6/2016 - 3:38 PM
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CITY COUNCIL ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
DATE SUBMITTED BY: 1/6/2016
FROM: Nancy Brown, Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Monthly Report
DISCUSSION:
Report attached
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
Monthly Report Backup Material 1/8/2016 Financial_and_Operational_Trenda_-
_January_2016.pdf
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Manager Brown, Nancy Approved 1/6/2016 - 10:35 AM
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CITY COUNCIL ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
DATE SUBMITTED BY: 1/6/2016
FROM: Nancy Brown, Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Monthly report
DISCUSSION:
Report attached
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
Monthly Report Backup 1/8/2016 Monthly_Economic_Development_Report_January_2016.pdf
Material
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Manager Brown, Nancy Approved 1/6/2016 - 10:48 AM
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MONTHLY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REPORT
DECEMBER, 2015
Laconia’s Unemployment Rate
Geography November October November
2015 2015 2014
Laconia 3.7% 3.2% 4.3%
Belknap County 3.1% 2.8% 3.8%
Concord 2.7% 2.6% 3.4%
Manchester 3.4% 3.3% 4.1%
State of NH 3.2% 3.0% 3.9%
Employment & Wages
Laconia, NH MicroNECTA - 2nd QUARTER 2015
April May June Average Average
2015 2015 2015 Quarterly Weekly
Industry Units Empl. Empl. Empl. Empl. Wage
Total, Private plus Government 834 12,076 12,671 13,461 12,736 $800.86
Agriculture/Forestry/Fishing n n n n n n
Mining 0 0 0 0 0 0
Construction n n n n n n
Manufacturing 41 1,487 1,496 1,520 1,501 $927.24
Service-Providing Industries 670 8,197 8,778 9,551 8,842 $742.03
Utilities n n n n n n
Wholesale Trade 41 175 173 174 174 $1,490.08
Retail Trade 117 1,548 1,630 1,676 1,618 $554.22
Transportation and Warehousing 11 198 235 256 230 $882.51
Information 7 52 61 60 58 $608.43
Finance and Insurance 34 259 264 265 263 $1,381.37
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing 29 84 99 108 97 $600.88
Professional and Technical Service 61 384 371 376 377 $1,175.66
Management of Companies/Enterprises 7 475 481 491 482 $1,005.47
Administrative and Waste Services 44 396 408 440 415 $532.44
Administrative & Support Services n n n n n n
Educational Services n n n n n n
Health Care and Social Assistance 87 2,583 2,594 2,602 2,593 $999.57
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation 29 318 403 693 471 $360.01
Accommodation and Food Services 102 1,177 1,483 1,832 1,497 $334.32
Other Services Except Public Admin 92 522 548 550 540 $591.47
Total Government 44 1,836 1,791 1,751 1,793 $930.23
n = data does not meet disclosure standards
Prepared by: Economic and Labor Market Information Bureau,
New Hampshire Employment Security, Concord, New Hampshire 03301 (603) 228-4124
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CPI-U 12 Month Percent Change
Year Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Annual HALF1 HALF2
2006 4.0 3.6 3.4 3.5 4.2 4.3 4.1 3.8 2.1 1.3 2.0 2.5 3.2 3.8 2.6
2007 2.1 2.4 2.8 2.6 2.7 2.7 2.4 2.0 2.8 3.5 4.3 4.1 2.8 2.5 3.1
2008 4.3 4.0 4.0 3.9 4.2 5.0 5.6 5.4 4.9 3.7 1.1 0.1 3.8 4.2 3.4
2009 0.0 0.2 -0.4 -0.7 -1.3 -1.4 -2.1 -1.5 -1.3 -0.2 1.8 2.7 -0.4 -0.6 -0.1
2010 2.6 2.1 2.3 2.2 2.0 1.1 1.2 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.1 1.5 1.6 2.1 1.2
2011 1.6 2.1 2.7 3.2 3.6 3.6 3.6 3.8 3.9 3.5 3.4 3.0 3.2 2.8 3.5
2012 2.9 2.9 2.7 2.3 1.7 1.7 1.4 1.7 2.0 2.2 1.8 1.7 2.1 2.3 1.8
2013 1.6 2.0 1.5 1.1 1.4 1.8 2.0 1.5 1.2 1.0 1.2 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.4
2014 1.6 1.1 1.5 2.0 2.1 2.1 2.0 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.3 0.8 1.6 1.7 1.5
2015 -0.1 0.0 -0.1 -0.2 0.0 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.0 0.2 0.5 -0.1
* Annualized Year To Date: 0.1%
UPDATE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIPS:
Please check next month’s report for updated information on economic development partnerships.
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CITY COUNCIL ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
DATE SUBMITTED BY: 1/6/2016
FROM: Nancy Brown, Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Request to approve revised Boardwalk policy
DISCUSSION:
On December 28, 2015 the City Council approved raising the rental fees for vendor spaces on
the Boardwalk for Laconia Motorcycle Week from $1,250 per space to $1,500 per space. The
Boardwalk Policy needs to be revised to reflect this change. A copy of the current Policy is
attached with the revision shown in red.
FISCAL IMPACT (If Applicable):
There are 14 spaces on the Boardwalk that pay a fee for their vending space (the Kiwanis Club
and Laconia Motorcycle Week Association receive their space(s) free of charge.) If approved
by the Council, the increase in rental fees of the Boardwalk vending spaces from $1,250 to
$1,500 each will result in an additional $3,500 in revenue.
REQUESTED ACTION:
Proposed motion: "I move to approve the revised Boardwalk Policy as presented reflecting
an increase in the vendor space fee for Boardwalk spaces for Laconia Motorcycle Week to
$1,500 each."
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
Revised Boardwalk Backup Material 1/6/2016 Boardwalk_policy_-
Policy _revised_to_reflect_new_vendor_fee.pdf
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Manager Brown, Nancy Approved 1/6/2016 - 11:15 AM
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CITY COUNCIL POLICY
USE OF THE WEIRS BEACH BOARDWALK
Not-for-Profits/Charitable Organizations (Does not include Motorcycle Week)
It shall be the policy of the Laconia City Council to allow not-for-profit/charitable
organizations to solicit, sell or tender for sale items or raffle on the Weirs Beach
Boardwalk according to the following conditions and restrictions:
1. Organizations are permitted to locate between the ramp leading to the SS Mt.
Washington and north to the end of the boardwalk.
2. No motor vehicles, weighing more than 2,000 pounds shall be permitted to drive or
park on the Boardwalk. Exception: Trailers that contain water ski, snowmobile,
motorcycle, or boat for display purposes only. Once the vehicle delivering these
items has deposited them on the Boardwalk, they shall not be permitted to remain on
the Boardwalk.
3. No organization shall be permitted to use any propane, gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene or
any other similar fuel source while on the Boardwalk.
4. No organization shall be permitted to drive any nail, stake or other similar item into
the Boardwalk, or to connect to any utility outlet without first obtaining written
permission from the Director of Public Works.
5. No organization shall be permitted to locate on the Boardwalk unless and until they
have furnished to the City a certificate of liability insurance naming the City as an
additionally insured in an amount no less than $1 million and higher amounts may be
required depending upon the proposed use.
6. The organization signs a waiver limiting the City’s liability from any damage that
may occur to any vehicle, boat, motorcycle, snowmobile, jet and/or water ski, tent,
table or any other item while it is located on the Boardwalk.
Use of Boardwalk During Motorcycle Week
It shall be the policy of the Laconia City Council to allow one not-for-profit/charitable
organization to sell or tender for sale items or raffle and private vendors to sell or tender
for sale items on the Weirs Beach Boardwalk during Motorcycle Week in accordance
with all Licensing Board requirements of the City and in accordance with the following
conditions and restrictions:
1. There will be eighteen (18) spaces available for use during Motorcycle Week.
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2. These spaces will be located between the ramp leading to the SS Mt. Washington,
north to the end of the boardwalk to Weeks St.
3. There shall be no fee for Laconia Kiwanis, who will receive a permanent
exemption from the fee.
4. The fee for vendors using the boardwalk during Motorcycle Week shall be $1,500
for each 120 sq. ft. site.
5. No motor vehicles, weighing more than 2,000 pounds shall be permitted to drive
or park on the Boardwalk. Exception: Trailers that contain water ski,
snowmobile, motorcycle, or boat for display purposes only. Once the vehicle
delivering these items has deposited them on the Boardwalk, they shall not be
permitted to remain on the Boardwalk.
6. No organization shall be permitted to use any propane, gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene
or any other similar fuel source while on the Boardwalk.
7. No organization shall be permitted to drive any nail, stake or other similar item
into the Boardwalk, or to connect to any utility outlet without first obtaining
written permission from the Director of Public Works.
8. No organization shall be permitted to locate on the Boardwalk unless and until
they have furnished to the City a certificate of liability insurance naming the City
as an additionally insured in an amount no less than $1 million and higher
amounts may be required depending upon the proposed use.
9. The organization signs a waiver limiting the City’s liability from any damage that
may occur to any vehicle, boat, motorcycle, snowmobile, jet and/or water ski,
tent, table or any other item while it is located on the Boardwalk.
10. The City reserves the right to limit the maximum number of vendors selling
similar products, and does not offer exclusivity for any product sold. The
maximum number of vendors selling similar products shall be two. The decision
as to whether products are “similar” shall rest in the discretion of the City
Manager’s office or its designee.
11. Vendors will not be permitted to sell items other than those listed on their
“Application for Vendor Space, Weirs Beach Boardwalk”, including items the
City deems as inappropriate merchandise, such as sexually oriented items, drugs
or drug related items, alcohol and tobacco use products. The decision as to
whether products are “inappropriate” shall rest in the discretion of the City
Manager’s office or its designee. A vendor will receive only ONE WARNING
from the City if the above-mentioned items are being sold before the site is
permanently closed down. If the site is closed down, neither the rental fee nor
vendor fee(s) will be returned.
This policy first adopted by the City Council on March 25, 1996. Revised April 23 2001,
November 22, 2004, May 8, 2006, April 9, 2007, August 27, 2007, Revised October 9,
2012
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CITY COUNCIL ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
DATE SUBMITTED BY: 1/6/2016
FROM: Nancy Brown, Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Request to purchase City-owned property
DISCUSSION:
MEMO
TO: Mayor Engler & City Councilors
FROM: Scott Myers, City Manager
DATE: January 11, 2016
RE: Offer to Purchase City-Owned Property on Davis Place
Harry Bean, owner of property located at 32 Davis Place, has offered to purchase a portion of
two City-owned lots on Davis Place (located adjacent to his property) identified as Parcels 412-
60-59 and 426-60-22. The portions Mr. Bean wishes to purchase are shown in orange on the
attached map with the approximate square footage of each section noted. The purchase price
proposed by Mr. Bean is the sum of $1,000.00.
Per Section 183-7 and 183-8 of the City’s Code (copies attached), I recommend the Council
schedule a public hearing for January 25, 2016 to declare the portions of property as shown on
the attached map as surplus with consideration of a sale to Harry Bean as outlined above. The
City Manager’s office will notify the immediate abutters of the date of the public hearing.
REQUESTED ACTION:
Proposed motion: "I move to schedule a Public Hearing on January 25, 2016 during the
regular City Council meeting regarding the declaration of City-owned property on Davis
Place as surplus."
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
Background
material re:
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purchase of Davis Backup Material 1/7/2016 Harry_Bean_Offer_to_Purchase_City_Owned_Lot(s).pdf
Place City-owned
lot(s)
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Manager Brown, Nancy Approved 1/6/2016 - 11:26 AM
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DATE SUBMITTED BY: 1/8/2016
FROM: Mary Reynolds, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Setting Polling Hours
DISCUSSION:
Per RSA 659:4 “At all state elections in towns and cities the polls shall open not later than 11
o'clock in the morning and shall close not earlier than 7 o'clock in the evening. In cities, the city
council shall determine the polling hours no later than 30 days prior to a state
election”.
It is my request that the City Council establish polling hours of 7:00 a.m. until 7:00p.m. for the
upcoming Presidential Primary Election on February 9, 2016. These hours are consistent with
prior State and Federal Elections.
Thank you for your consideration.
REQUESTED ACTION:
Proposed motion: "I move to set the polling hours for the Presidential Primary Election on
February 9, 2016 as 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m."
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer Action Date
City Clerk Reynolds, Mary Approved 1/8/2016 - 10:33 AM
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