City Council · July 21, 2026
Read full recap Wakefield Street zoning, Carole Court, blocked sidewalks, and Council goals
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Public Works & Buildings · July 16, 2026
Read full recap Regional water planning, the Old Dover Road mini-roundabout, and city infrastructure
The complete recap of water-system resilience, the 2025 water-quality report, the Lebanon water main, and active road projects.
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