Town of Manchester, CT

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Happy #CityHallSelfie Day 📸 from our awesome team at Town of Manchester, CT For more info on City Hall Selfie Day, visit ELGL: Engaging Local Government Leaders Engaging Local Government Leaders’s page at https://lnkd.in/e2xR3fkd

Town of Manchester to Receive $2.2 Million in Tax Credits for Bowers School Project, Saving Taxpayers Millions. The Town of Manchester is pleased to announce a significant financial milestone with the forthcoming receipt of $2.2 million in tax credits for the Bowers School project. This achievement will create a substantial reduction in the debt issuance needed for the project, thanks to strategic collaboration with auditors to leverage the IRA (Inflation Reduction Act) clean energy tax credits. "We are proud to have saved our town millions of dollars by strategically applying for IRS clean energy tax credits," said Kimberly Lord, Town of Manchester’s Finance Director. "This initiative not only benefits our community financially but also contributes to a sustainable future for generations to come." The Bowers School project is the first of several initiatives under the Town's plan to utilize tax credits provided by the Inflation Reduction Act. Following the success of the Bowers submission, the Town is preparing to submit for tax credits for the Keeney School Project, and New Library Project with expectations of similar financial benefits. "Securing this cost savings through the IRA clean energy tax credits is a testament to our town's commitment to both financial stewardship and sustainability,” said Town Manager Steve Stephanou. “I commend Director Kim Lord, Facilities Project Manager Chris Till, Clifton Larson Allen (CLA), and the entire Town project team for their diligent efforts in achieving this significant milestone.” The IRA provides a variety of incentives for clean energy. Many of these tax credits and rebates are aimed at individuals and households to transform their energy use and consumption. For the first time, local governments are positioned to take advantage of these credits directly. The Town of Manchester launched a new website for potential investors and stakeholders looking to invest in issued bonds by the Town. These bond issuances allow the Town to finance investments in public infrastructure throughout Manchester. This website offers a transparent and accessible avenue for the community and potential investors to seek information on the Town's financial reporting. Visit the website: https://ow.ly/RT9u50SP5FX

Thanks, FOX61/CW20 for capturing this life-saving & collaborative training facilitated by #ManchesterCT Town staff 🙌 “Any day something can happen, these guards need to be ready,” said Josh Charette, the supervisor at the Manchester Department of Recreation, who oversees the lifeguards. “We want the people to know that the lifeguards are not just here in a guard chair they’re ready to go at any moment.” https://lnkd.in/e-jdT2b4

Your choice for co-working and meeting spaces in between Boston and New York - just 12-min east of Hartford - 30-min from Springfield. WORK_SPACE is a meeting center and collaborative work space for professionals and entrepreneurs in Manchester, CT to meet, work, learn, create, and connect in a hospitable and stimulating environment that fosters positivity, productivity, and possibility. We believe that sharing ideas and supporting others within a diverse network leads to increased #knowledge, #inspiration, and #success. Read about the benefits of #coworking: https://lnkd.in/ea_6dUj4 Town of Manchester, CT Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, CT CTGLC CT. Gay and Lesbian Chamber Tim Becker #meetingspace #manchesterct #collaboration

Over the last several months, the 12-member Library Building Committee has been working diligently with Town Officials, Town Staff, Friar Architects & HBM Architects, and construction contractors to design Manchester’s 21st Century Public Library in the heart of Downtown Main Street. The new library project is progressing with exciting advancements for both interior and exterior design elements. While the designs are subject to further refinement, the architectural vision showcases a spectacular structure, incorporating community feedback on the initial designs to create a welcoming space for reading, learning, connection, and conversation. “In November 2022, Manchester voters overwhelmingly approved the construction of a 21st-century, state-of-the-art library for our community,” said Mayor Moran. “The Board of Directors formed and tasked the Library Building Committee to carry out this mission, and I’m proud of the work they’ve done to see that Manchester will have the best public library in the entire state.” The building designs aim for a future potential goal of net-zero energy with geothermal heating/cooling systems. These systems along with other sustainable materials are outlined in a proposed Energy Usage Model examined by Eversource and its consultants which considers opportunities to effectively offset costs to implementation. While these plans are still underway, the project team is optimistic about the sustainable factors this new building would bring to the Manchester community. In late June 2024, the Town of Manchester purchased the property at 1041 Main Street formerly owned by Webster Bank, which will serve as the site of the new library. Webster Bank will be staying Downtown, as it purchased the adjacent property at 1007 Main Street for its new branch location and is currently in the process of moving. “Webster Bank has been a tremendous community partner throughout this entire process, “said Town Manager Steve Stephanou. “We are thrilled that Webster will be remaining Downtown, continuing to be a key component of the small and local business ecosystem that makes the area so vibrant. Private investments, like the one Webster is making, along with the new library and other major public investments in the Main Street area, will help ensure Downtown Manchester is a regional destination for the next several decades and beyond.” It is expected that the demolition of the current structure and site preparation will commence in the 4th quarter of 2024. Weather permitting, new construction will commence by early 2025 with a 16–18-month timeline of completion of the building. Learn more about this project at yvmmct.com HBM Architects LLC #manchesterct #publiclibrary #publiclibraries #futurelibrary

#EmployeeAppreciationDay Highlights 📸Last week we hosted an incredible Employee Appreciation Day to celebrate the amazing Town staff! The day was filled with delicious food and fun activities. A HUGE THANK YOU 🙌 to all the dedicated staff who work tirelessly to make #ManchesterCT a wonderful place. Your hard work does not go unnoticed!

Join us in celebrating #Juneteenth with live music, cultural performances, art exhibits, and more this Saturday June 22nd 11AM-2PM at 153 & 163 Spruce Street in #ManchesterCT

Summer season is here ☀️ and it's one of the best times to visit our beautiful & accessible parks & trails! #ManchesterCT #TrailTalk #ConnecticutLife #CTtrails #CTOutdoors

Thanks for the invite! Wednesday was wonderful 🌟 celebrating Capitol Region Council of Governments 50th Annual meeting & helping kick it off with a special speech from our Mayor, Jay Moran.