The Extreme Hot Weather Protocol will be activated at 11AM on Tuesday, July 14, and remain in effect through 5:00 PM on Thursday, July 16, this week. During this period, temperatures are expected to reach into the mid-to-high 90s, with the heat index surpassing 100 degrees at times.
Due to staffing shortages in the Building Inspection Division, permit processing and inspection scheduling may be delayed. To monitor your permit status, visit the Online Permit Portal or call 860-647-3052. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.
The Town of Manchester mailed the tax bills for the October 1, 2025 Grand List on June 22, 2026. The first installment of taxes on the Grand List of October 1, 2025 are due and payable on July 1, 2026. Failure to pay any tax that is due by August 3, 2026 will cause the tax to become delinquent and subject to interest at the rate of 1.5% per month, back to the original due date of July 1, 2026.
Published on July 11, 2025
The Town of Manchester is now accepting applications for Government Academy Fall 2025 session. The program provides the public with a hands-on opportunity to learn about the inner workings of local government.
The program will consist of a series of interactive sessions, and participants will get an inside look at the municipal operations covering everything from public safety to the public library.
Participants will experience a lively blend of demonstrations, presentations, and tours, all conducted in a casual format at numerous sites throughout the Town and can expect to come away with a heightened awareness and knowledge of local government operations as well as a greater understanding of how to get involved in local affairs.
The nine-week program will begin on Thursday, September 4, 2025, and will conclude on Thursday, October 30, 2025. The sessions are free and held mostly on Thursday evenings with one exception; anyone living or working in Manchester are welcome to apply.
While seating is limited, applications received first will be given preference.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Academy Coordinator, Lisa Fusco at (860) 647-3092.
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