DPW Hosts Banfield Road Project Preconstruction Meeting Sep 2
August 28, 2020The City of Portsmouth Public Works Department is hosting a public information meeting via Zoom to give neighbors an opportunity to understand the project planned for Banfield Road. The meeting is Wednesday, September 2 at 6:30 pm. To participate by Zoom, advance registration is required.
DPW Water Department Asks Residents for Voluntary Water Restrictions
August 24, 2020This past May, the state activated its Drought Management Task Force; and last week elevated New Hampshire’s drought conditions in the Seacoast area from Moderate to Severe Drought (D2) conditions. The Seacoast has received only 8 inches of precipitation since the beginning of May, compared to the 14-inch average usually experienced in that time. The Drought Management Task Force has advised public water systems including Portsmouth’s to implement outdoor water use restrictions where needed.
Portsmouth Water Division Requests Voluntary Water Restrictions
August 24, 2020The Drought Monitor issued on August 18, 2020 elevated New Hampshire’s drought conditions in the Seacoast area to Severe Drought (D2), up from Moderate Drought conditions set on June 23, 2020. The New Hampshire Seacoast has received only 8 inches of precipitation since the beginning of May compared to the 14 inch average. The State has activated the Drought Management Task Force and has advised public water systems including Portsmouth’s to implement outdoor water use restrictions where needed.
DPW Hosts Sagamore Ave. Sewer Project Info Meeting with E/One Representative
August 21, 2020At the August 11 Public Meeting on the Sagamore Ave. Sewer Extension Project, residents asked if the manufacturer of the E/One grinder pump that is proposed for use in this project might offer a presentation on the product and be available for Q&A.
City Implements Canada Goose Control Program
August 21, 2020The Department of Public Works Parks and Greenery Group plans to implement a program to control the impact Canada Geese are having at Four Tree Island, Prescott Park, and the new Gateway park on Market Street.
City Adopts New Online Parking Account Payment Capability for Foundry Place
August 14, 2020The City of Portsmouth DPW Parking Division announces the activation of a new online account management and payment system for Foundry Place Garage monthly parking account holders.
ParkPortsmouth Launches Stay & Pay Program on Monday Aug 17
August 13, 2020The Portsmouth City Council has approved the implementation of the Department of Public Works Parking Division’s new Stay & Pay program, effective Monday, August 17, 2020.
Sagamore Ave. Sewer Extension Project Work Session July 28, Info Meeting Aug 11
July 21, 2020The City Council has scheduled a Work Session for the Sagamore Avenue Sewer Extension Project for Tuesday, July 28 at 6:30 pm via Zoom. There will be an opportunity for public comment and questions. Those who wish to join the meeting via Zoom are required to register in advance.
Portsmouth Water Supply Status Report
July 1, 2020MODERATE DROUGHT DECLARED
Work Begins July 13 on Downtown Maplewood Ave. Signal Upgrades
July 1, 2020Starting the week of July 13, Electric Light Company of York, Maine will begin the upgrade to the traffic signals at three intersections along Maplewood Avenue at Deer Street, Hanover Street and Congress Street. During the work, there will be daily closures of one of the sidewalk corners at each of the intersections. Detour signing will be provided to direct pedestrians to the open crosswalks at each intersection. Pedestrian signals will remain operational during the work.