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The City of Dover, NH is a great place to live, work, and play. Dover is conveniently located in the seacoast area of New Hampshire. Settled in 1623, Dover is the oldest permanent settlement in New Hampshire and the 7th oldest in the United States.
The City of Dover, NHis ranked one of the top 100 communities in the United States and one of the nation's top communities for young people.

Source: CNN/Money and America's Promise Alliance
The City of Dover, NHboasts superior municipal services, an exceptional school system, outstanding parks and recreation services, and numerous cultural destinations and events.
The City of Dover, NHis the fastest-growing city in New Hampshire.

Source: U.S. Census
The City of Dover, NHis home to a vibrant and thriving business community.

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Dover's Public Welfare Office provides emergency assistance to residents in need

posted on 11/4/2025
The City of Dover's Public Welfare Office is available to coordinate services for city residents who need emergency assistance, including shelter, food and medical care. This includes residents who have had their SNAP benefits suspended during the federal shutdown.
The Public Welfare Office is located at 61 Locust St., in Room 334 on the third floor of the McConnell Center. It is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone: 603-516-6500.
For after-hours emergency needs, call 603-742-4646, visit the Police Department at 46 Chestnut St., or any of the three fire stations, all available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to request assistance. ...more
Capital Improvements Program topic of Nov. 5 City Council workshop

posted on 11/3/2025
The City Council will take a deep dive into the FY2027-2032 Capital Improvements Program projects at its Wednesday, Nov. 5 workshop. The workshop begins at 7 p.m. in City Hall’s Council Chambers.
The CIP prioritizes all capital spending of $25,000 or more for items with a useful life of three years or longer. It includes cost estimates, recommended time schedules to complete projects, and financing methods, which include debt financing, the annual operating budget, capital reserve funds, and grant funding. The CIP is the first step in preparing the annual municipal budget.
The City Council held a first reading of the three CIP resolutions at its Oct. 22 meeting, with a vote anticipated to occur on Dec. 10, 2025. One resolution adopts the six-year document as a long-term planning document. The second approves FY27 capital reserve fund appropriations for non-debt financed projects. The third authorizes appropriation and bonding for FY27 debt-financed projects. The CIP’s first-year projects and appropriations will become part of the FY27 municipal budget that the City Manager will present to the City Council in February 2026.
The Planning Board held a public hearing and conducted its review of the CIP during its Oct. 28 meeting, voting to recommend the CIP's approval to the City Council....more

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