The Extreme Hot Weather Protocol will be activated at 12:00PM on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, and continues through 6:00PM on Sunday, July 5, 2026. If you are at risk from the heat, call 860-645-5500 for assistance.Individuals who are unhoused and in need of assistance should contact 2-1-1 or MACC Charities. MACC Charities will be handing out water to those in need.
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.
To allow our staff to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the Fourth of July, the Manchester Transfer Station and Landfill will be closed on Friday July 3 and Saturday July 4.
Published on September 19, 2025
The sun does more than brighten our days; it powers our buildings, fuels community gardens, supports pollinators, and even helps break down compost to enrich our soil.
Manchester is one of the most active towns in Connecticut when it comes to solar installations, with seven municipal solar arrays helping offset energy costs and reduce emissions. The newest array at the Water & Sewer building alone has already made an impact equal to planting 11,500 trees!
From solar power to composting and community gardening, the sun plays a key role in building a greener, healthier Manchester. Check out the infographic below to see how the sun helps our community shine.