City Council

Laconia City Council unanimously approves $8.1 million Colonial Theatre purchase agreement and impact fee allocations. In a motion by Councilor Soucy seconded by Councilor Conant, the Council approved the Purchase and Sale Agreement with 609 Main Street, LLC for a purchase price of $8,117,653.39

Laconia Fire Department seeks $130K in overtime to maintain minimum staffing amid rising call volume. Fire Chief Tim Joubert reported responding to 4,782 calls in 2025, an increase of 440 from 2024, making Laconia the busiest department north of Concord. The department requested $70,000 for extra

Laconia's City Council Subcommittee on Government Operations & Ordinances discussed zoning changes permitting residential livestock on owner-occupied properties. Councilors Hoffman, Bogert, and Conant approved allowing chickens and rabbits by right, directing Planning Director Rob Mora and

Laconia City Council sets stage for major Colonial Theatre purchase decision. Councilor Bogert moved to schedule a public hearing for May 26 on the $8,117,653.39 purchase, backed unanimously by the council; City Manager Kirk Beattie outlined FY27 costs of $268,200 in bond principal, $188,500 in

Land & Buildings Subcommittee advances plans for consolidated Public Works facility. Public Works Director Nate Guerette reported a 14-inch garage floor sink due to unstable soil, prompting a major redesign effort beginning in January 2025. Engineering firm Weston & Sampson of Manchester presented