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NEW HAMPSHIRE TRAILS
The mountains call the river
and the river seeks the sea. And granite hills forever
call in whispered tones to me. The lakes are flashing jewels
that reflect the sunlit sky; The wild birds love the birches
where the wood-winds pause to sigh; Through the pale green leaves of springtime,
the hermit thrushes sing. And golden-throated orioles
their songs to heaven fling. The splendor of the wilderness
still lives for him who walks With Nature's God, and learns to read
the romance of the rocks.
Go forth and shout in autumn
0 ye balsam-scented gales, 0 peaks that burn with beauty
on the great New Hampshire trails; Of trees that wear their crimson
like a coat-of-arms of old; Of trees that dress in garments
trimmed with rose and green and gold The Old t.^an of the fountain stands
with weather-beaten face. While far beneath, the fairy ferns
are gowned in creamy lace. The splendor of the wilderness
still lives for him who walks With Nature's G-od, and learns to read
the romance of the rocks.
Zuella Sterlln
PROGRESS REPORT
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GOVERNMENT
For The Year Ending December 3i, i953
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YOUR CITY OFFICIALS - 1953
CITY COUNCIL
Shellty 0. Walker, Mayor M 7 /^ Howe Anderson, Mayor Pro-tem
Councilmen-at -Large
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Howe Anderson |
Herbert Rainie |
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Wayne Gardner |
William A. Stevens |
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Leigh S. Hall |
Shelby 0. Walker |
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James P. Ferrin Ward 1 Conrad Robinson Ward 5
Harlan F. Johnson Ward 2 Clarence L. Clark Ward 6
Charles C. Hoagland Ward 3 Milton J. Barnes Ward ?
Louis G. K. Clamer Ward h- Edwin R. Langevin Ward 8
Thomas B. Jennings, Ward 9
CITY ADMINISTRATION
Office of the City Manager Woodbxiry Brackett , City Manager
Airport Department V'oodbury Brackett , City Manager
Assessing Department C. Fred Moulton, Assessor
Sidney Dach, Assessor John J. Hallinan, Assessor
City Hall Department Arthur E. Rohy, City Clerk
Civil Defense Department ..Lawrence Riis, Sr. , Civil Defense Dir.
Engineering Department Wesley E. Haynes, City Engineer
Ellsworth B. Philhrick, Engineering Inspector J. Sheperd Norris, Sealer of Weights and Measures
Finance Department Archie N. Gourley, City Auditor
Amos B. Morrison, City Collector Wallace W. Jones, City Treasurer
Fire Department Clarence H. Green, Fire Chief
Henry E. Drew, Deputy Fire Chief
Duncan M. Murdoch, 2nd Deputy Fire Chief
Joseph F. Greenough, Jr., 2nd Deputy Fire Chief
Health Department Pierre A. Boucher, M.D., City Physician
Austin B. Preshy, Sanitary Inspector
Legal Department Gordon M. Tiffany, City Solicitor
Library Department Siri M. Andrews, Librarian
Personnel Department Woodbury Brackett, City Manager
Planning Department Gustaf H. Lehtinen, Planning Director
Police Department Arthur W. Mclsaac, Police Chief
J. Edward Silva, Deputy Police Chief
Public Works Department .... V/. E. Haynes, Supt. of Public Works
Edward L. Howland, Cemetery Superintendent
William H. Murphy, Sewer Superintendent
Purchasing Department Woodbury Brackett , City Manager
Records Department Arthur E. Roby, City Clerk
Recreation & Parks Dept. . .Donald F. Sinn, Recreation & Parks Dir.
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Water Department G. Arthur Panevif, Water Superintendent
Welfare Department Gertrude E. Watkins, Welfare Director
Charles P. Coakley, Overseer of Poor, Ward I
MtMICIPAL COUKT
Judiciary Donald G. Matson, Judge
Peter J. King, Special J\idge C. Murray Sawyer, Clerk of Court & Probation Officer
MUNICIPAL BOARDS
Board of Building Appeal
Eugene F. Magenau, Chairman Carrol Garland William Johns Arnold Perreton
Board of Health
Pierre A. Boucher, M. D. Thomas M. Dudley, M. D. William D. Peahale, M. D.
Lihrary Board
May land H. Morse, Jr., Chairman
Joseph J. Comi
Otis Kingshury
Harold MacHeil
Mrs. Eugene Magenau
Mrs. Paul Shaw
Willis D. Thompson, Jr.
Mrs. Frederic Upton
Timothy Woodman
Recreation Advisory Coxmcil
Robert 0. Blood, M. D. , Chairman
Mrs. Homer Lawrence, Vice-Chair.
Roland E. Allen
Pierre A. Boucher, M. D.
Mrs. Lewellyn Boutwell
Edson F. Eastman
Clarence E. Huggins
Mrs. Harlan F. Johnson
Mrs. Winslow E. Melvin
Mrs. Maurice W. Mullen
Peter J. Murphy
Samuel S. Richmond
Walter B. Sweet
Sulo J. Tani
Mrs. Alfred W. Tovey
City Planning Board
Dudley W. Orr, Chairman Woodbury Brackett Charles C. Davie Gardner G. Emmons Douglas Everett Warren H. Greene Wesley E. Haynes A. Clifford Hudson John B . Jameson
Board of Plumbing Examiners
Arthur W. Sargent, Cliairman George E. Young Ellsworth B. Phllbrick
Trustees of Trust Fxands
Robert M. Beyer Wallace W. Jones Leon Merrill
Zoning Board of Adjustment
Lawrence J. Moynihan, Chairman Frederick Hall Raymond Y. Lapointe Donald G. Matson Frank J. Preston
Board of Revision of Assess ments
Archie Gourley, Chairman Wesley E. Haynes Allan N. Leavitt Lawrence J. Riis, Sr. Gordon M. Tiffany
Personnel Advisory Board
Douglas B. Whiting, Chairman William H. Macurda J. Mitchell Ahem
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CITY COUNCIL
MEMBERSHIP:
Councilmen-at-Large. . . .6 Ward Councilmen 9
EXPENDED $3,000
As the policy making body of your city government, the City Covmcil meets regularly to adopt city ordinances and reso- lutions, discuss city problems, and see that the City Manager conducts the affairs of the City in the best interests of the citizens.
The CityCou-ncil met in twelve regular sessions and eight special meetings during 1953. As a result of Council delibera- tions 19 ordinances and 73 resolutions were passed. In addition, four finance committee meetings were held and 19 hearings were conducted.
Important matters considered by the City Council in 1953 were as follows:
* By a vote of 8-5 approved the opening of Long Pond for ice cutting ;
* Approved two water main extensions on Black Hill and on Abbott Road in
Concord Manor;
* Passed the largest bond issue in the City's history --a loan of $700, 000;
* Granted a sum of $35, 000 to Concord Hospital to help it meet its deficit ;
* Byavote of 8-7 re- jected the reopen- ing of Long Pond for St. Paul's School boating;
* Rejected a proposal to borrow $200, 000 to construct a park- ing lot at the Low Avenue site by a tie vote of 7-7;
* Purchased the Bea- ver Meadow Golf Course property from the Concord Electric Company for $5,000.
Mayor Walker officially opened North State Street parking lot on September 14th.
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CITY CLERK
PERSONNEL:
Full-time 2
Part-time 1
EXPENDED $9 , 582 . 98
The City Clerk serves as secretary to the City Council; custodian of documents; chief of elections; supervisor of City Hall, the municipal auditorium, and the ward houses; and hand- ler of city licenses. In each of these capacities, his duties are varied and numerous.
Various Kinds of Licenses Issued
During the year, the City Clerk's Office issued eight types of licenses, including marriage, theatre, dog, taxicab, ball alley, music machine, pool table and bowling, and boxing licenses.
Marriages, Deaths, and Births Show Increase Over Prior Year Dan Cupid was quite active and accurate with his bow and arrow during 1953, scoring a total of 357 buUseyes. This was an increase of 30 marriages over the previous year. Likewise deaths showed an increase over the same period of one year ago; 643 were recorded as compared to 623 in 1952. The legendary stork, on the other hand, did his best to counteract the death rate by blessing many Concord homes during the year . A total of 902 visi,ts were,ma4eby,J5firTi.i^^ of births since 1947 ."
Municipal Election Helped Make 1953 an Exciting Year
In accordance with the provisions of the City Charter, the city election was held onNovember 3rd. There were seven filings for Councilman-at-Large and 20 for Ward Councilman. Howe Anderson, Wendall F. Grant and Charles C. Davie were elected Councilmen-at-Large for a term of four years, and the following Ward Councilmen were elected for two year terms: Ward One, James P. Ferrin; Ward Two, Harlan F. Johnson; Ward Three,
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BIRTHS — CITY OF CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE
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Concord's government was studied by officials from Germany, shown being welcomed, in November.
William H. Hunneyman; Ward Four, John C. White; Ward Five, Conrad W.Robins on; Ward Six, James Ross; Ward Seven, William P. Gove; Ward Eight, Edwin R. Langevin; Ward Nine, Thomas B. Jennings.
Election expenses totaled $4,108.88. This included the printing of ballots and check lists, salaries of election officials and custodial help, rent of buildings, and lunches for the election officials.
Certified Records and Mortgages Still Increasing
The demand for certified copies of records was again on the increase during the past year due to the continued demand to provide documents for the federal government, social security, old age retirement, and induction into the various branches of the armed forces.
The recording of chattel mortgages and conditional sales by the City Clerk continued to show a slight increase over the previous year. State law requires that all personal property purchased on time payments be recorded in the City Clerk's Office.
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Ballots Cast |
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543 |
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215 |
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3 |
264 |
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4 |
940 |
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5 |
614 |
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6 |
597 |
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7 |
1472 |
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8 |
352 |
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532 5529 |
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North State Street, before and after the construction of the parking lot.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL:
Full-time.
EXPENDED $9, 843. 92
The function of the Planning Department is to recommend action deemed advisable in the interest of the orderly develop- ment and growth of the City. It develops surveys, collects and analyzes data, and prepares reports and plans concerning land use, traffic control, subdivision regulation, economic base, and a wide variety of other matters of importance to the community .
Main Street Reconstruction Project the Result of Detailed Plan- ning Studies
Various problems affecting the design of the Main Street reconstruction project were considered by the Department early in 1953. Detailed construction plans for this major highway im- provement project were completed and approved by city, state, and federal authorities in June and work was started in mid- July. Nearly a year will be required to complete the reconstruction which will cost approximately $700, 000.
Support of New Hampshire Expressway Recommended
Plans for a central New Hampshire expressway running from the Massachusetts line south of Nashua to Concord were presented to the state legislature by the Commissioner of Pub- lic Works and Highways early in the year. The Planning De- partment recommended to the City Council that it actively sup- port the expressway proposal in the interest of an orderly de- velopment of the City's major street plan.
Street Discontinuances Kept the Department Active
In keeping with the City' s policy of discontinuing abandoned rural roads to relieve the City of any further responsibility for their maintenance, the Department recommended that 14 miles of street involving 16 roads be publicly closed. In each instance the Planning Director was the petitioner and, as such, served notice of hearing on all owners of property abutting on the high- ways to be discontinued.
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Parking Lot Studies Consume Considerable Time
The Planning Board continued to devote considerable time and study to the off-street parking problem. During the year, amendments to the official map were recommended to the Council in connection with proposed parking lots on Low Avenue and on Freight Street. Plans were prepared fixing the arrangement of car spaces in the North State Street and Freight Street lots. A parking plan was prepared for the widened portion of Canal Street in Penacook in connection with the reconstruction of this street.
Water andSewer Extensions Present a Serious Financial Problem Petitions for a Z, 000-foot extension of the municipal water system in Old Turnpike Road on Concord Plains, and a 615-foot extension of the sanitary sewer system in Auburn Street in the West End section of the City proper were considered. Recom- mendation of extension was made to the Council on condition that the owners of property abutting on the sections of street in which these facilities are constructed participate in the cost of such construction through the established special assessment financ- ing procedure.
War Memorial Dedicated in 1953
On Armistice Day the City of Concord dedicated a granite memorial to its citizens who, as members of the Armed Forces , were killed during World War II and during the Korean strife. The memorial, which was erected on the Plaza area in front of the State House, is impressive both from the standpoint of size and simplicity of design. The Planning Department assisted the Mayor's War Memorial Committee in selecting the design of the memorial, collecting and checking the names of the war dead to be inscribed thereon, and supervising the erection of the monument .
Mayor Walker unveils the war memorial.
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ASSESSING DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL: EXPENDED $14, 103. 16
Full-time 3
Part-time Z
The Assessing Department is responsible for determining and recording the kind, value, and ownership of taxable property within Concord in order to spread the tax levy equitably among property owners. The Board of Assessors, consisting of two part-time and one full-time member, meets to keep appraisals up to date and to hear appeals of property owners concerning the values placed upon their properties. The Board heard 64 tax- payers during twelve regular and 39 special meetings in 1953. This was only 35 per cent of the number of taxpayers heard dur- ing the previous year, indicating the success of the newly in- stalled assessing systems and records.
Property Tax Warrant of $2, 315, 632. 73 Submitted
County, city, and school tax warrants submitted to the col- lector in 1953 totaled $2, 315, 632. 73. The 1953 tax rate, based on $1, 000. 00 of assessed valuations, was $47. 90 in the City and $55.36 in Penacook as compared with 1952 tax rates of $47.50 and $52. 53 respectively.
The 1953 asses sed valuationof property in Concord totaled $47,828,712.00, an increase of $438, 350. 00 over the previous year. Poll and head tax warrants amounted to $95, 884. 00.
File of Poll Taxpayers of Invaluable Aid
A master file of poll taxpayer s , developed in 1952, was of invaluable assistance during the last year. Through referral to these modern records, it is possible to determine who is re- quired, and who is exempted from paying a poll tax.
The annual poll tax census was completed by members of the Police Department during April.
Annual Meeting Held with State Officials
On several occasions the Board viewed various properties. Inmany cases a field check was made of the property concerned in the hearing by a member of the Board. On March 14th the Board of Assessors at- tended the annual meet- ing of the State TaxCom- nnission, as required by state law, held at the State House. These meetings are held so that assess- ing authorities may re - ceive instructions on the proper assessment of real estate, timber, and other property.
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FINANCE DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL: EXPENDED. $42,040.51
Full-time 9
The Finance Department consists of the divisions of audit- ing, treasury, collection, and central duplicating and office sup- ply stores; and performs the functions of accounting and budget control, auditing receipts and expenditures, financial reporting, debt arrangennent, collecting and disbursing monies, custodian of all funds, and operating an office supply and duplicating service.
Major Accomplishments
During the year the following was accomplished:
Delinquent poll taxes outstanding were reduced from $19,092 to $8,299 and delinquent property taxes from $273,206 to $223,917.
* The date of the collector's sale was advanced by four weeks .
* The issuance of auto permits was speeded up by streamlining the operation.
* Considerable savings were made in postage and time by combin- ing head and poll tax bills and rolls.
A ten-year bond issue of $200, 000 for parking areas was sold at one and one -half per cent interest.
A twelve-year bond issue of $700,000 for construction and pur- chase of new equipment was sold at two per cent interest.
Cash discounts announting to $2,372 were taken on bills.
A sum of $666 was realized through the investment of temporar- ily idle funds .
A new offset machine was installed, making possible the process- ing of a greater variety and volume of forms and reports , includ- ing this Annual Report,
A year-end general fund budget surplus of $51, 200 was realized, comprising unexpended appropriations amounting to $29,913 and revenues of $21,287 in excess of budget estimates.
* Auto Permit Revenue Still Increasing
Revenue from auto permits totaled $95,603 in 1953, an in- crease of $7,360 over the previous year. Pre-war (1941) reve- nue from this source was $37, 779 or only 40% of the present level. During the sanne period revenue from the interest and dividends teix has risen from $49,840 to $76, 221, an increase of 53%, while the savings bank teix revenue has fallen from $34,447 to $14,401, a decrease of 58%. The railroad tcix has decreased slightly from $14,270 to $12,905, a drop of 10%.
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Debt Increased in 1953
Debt for municipal purposes increased during the year from $373,000 to $1,169,000. Of this increase, $200,000 is payable from parking meter revenue and $187,000 from state highway grants, leaving $408,800 to be paid from local taxes. With the granting of state and federal highway funds, the City is securing over $1, 000, 000 worth of construction and approx- imately $170, 000 worth of new equipmentin returnfor the above- mentioned addition to future tax bills.
THE- 1953 BUD6E-T
Does not include Parking Meter, Sanitary Sewer , or Water Funds which are completely self-supporting.
Includes all school expenses (operating costs, debt, and
capital outlay. )
Includes all county expenses (operating costs, debt, and
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The Board of Health meets to protect your health.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL: EXPENDED
Full-time .4
Part-time 2
$48, 190. 13
The aim of the Health Department is to keep the residents of Concord in good health by holding health clinics, inspecting establishments where food is handled or served, and taking every precaution possible to prevent the spread of disease.
Seven Health Clinics Held
A total of 494 children attended seven health clinics to re- ceive protective treatment against diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, and small pox. These clinics were held in January, February, March, April, May, June, and December.
New Drugs of Great Help
One case of poliomyelitis and nine cases of infectious hep- atitis were recorded in 1953. Doctors also reported cases of measles and mumps. New drugs have been of great help in com- bating scarlet fever and other infectious diseases.
Daily Average Consumption of Milk in Concord was 14, 500 Quarts To determine the quality and cleanliness of milk delivered by the dairyman to the milk plant, samples of milkwere collected by the sanitary inspector directly from the cans of producers as the milk entered the weigh room. Other sannples of milk and cream were collected periodically from distributors in the ori- ginal capped bottles and subjected to a variety of laboratory tests
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establishedby law to determine the quality of milk and cream sold. During the year the daily total average consumption of milk in Concord was 14,500 quarts. Of this amount, 12,500 quarts or 88. 9 per cent was sold as pasteurized milk, and 1 , 600 quarts or 11. 1 percent was sold as raw milk. The sale of pasteurized milk increased over the previous year, but the per cent of raw milk on the market increased. The total daily average sale of heavy cream was 344 quarts, slightly more than a year ago when 336 quarts were sold daily.
Great Decrease in Nuisance Complaints since 1952
During 1953 there were 49 nuisance complaints investi- gated, a 50 per cent decrease from 1952 when 97 complaints were received and investigated. The most common type of com- plaint was that of refuse scattered in alleys or dumped on pri- vate landnear highways. Complaints were received by the Board of Health relative to owners of dwellings located within 100 feet of public sewers and not connected thereto, as required by state law. Three complaints were received of strong food odors en- tering apartments located in the vicinity of restaurants.
Eating Establishments Inspected 370 Times in 1953
It has been the duty of the sanitary inspector to see that unsanitary practices, poor protection of foods, and vending of foods of inferior quality are corrected and eliminated. A total of 370 inspections were nnade of eating establishments during 1953 to safeguard your food supply. In stores and markets, fresh fruits and vegetables, nneats, and canned goods were in- spected and condemned if they did not meet standards. During the year 165 pounds of meat, 149 cans of food-stiiff s, and other foods were condemned and destroyed.
(Left) A bottle washer in one of Concord's most modern milk plants. (Right) This maze of pipes pasteurizes your nnilk.
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL: EXPENDED $3,185.26
Part-time 1
The City Solicitor acts to aid the City in all legal matters. Since practically every action involving the City requires careful legal study and research, this Department is constantly working with resolutions, ordinances, contracts, and other transactions requiring sound legal attention.
Land for Parking Lots Acquired by Voluntary Deeds
During 1953 resolutions, options, and deeds were drafted for the acquisition of sites for parking lots on North State Street, Hall Street, Freight Street, and Low Avenue. In the first in- stance it was proposed to acquire these lands by condemnation proceedings as provided under the laws relating to parking areas and highways. As it turned out, however, all land has been ac- quired by voluntary deed.
Legal papers were drafted in connection with widening Main Street and acquiring property in the California Field area of Pen - acook.
Small Claims Procedure Used in Collecting Delinquent Poll and Head Taxes
During 1953 the City undertook the collection of delinquent poll and head taxes by using the small claims procedure estab- lished for the collection of small debts in the Municipal Court. From April through December a minimum of five cases per week were instituted, resulting in approximately 175 poll and head tax collections varying in amounts up to $60 each. When the trustee process appeared more suitable than the small claims procedure, trustee writs were instituted in the Supreme Court.
Title was searched in connection with 19 3 parcels of land acquired by the City through tax sales, and notices of such sales were served on all mortgagees of the property. Five claims cases were argued before the Referee in Bankruptcy.
City Loses Hood Case
Although Hood v. Concord was competently argued bySpecial Counsel in the State Supreme Court, the City was unsuccessful in sustaining its position denying a license for the sale of milk. The Court, nevertheless, made several suggestions which will make it possible for the City Board of Health to carry on its in- spections at minimum expense.
The City has been successfully represented in Walker v. Con- cord regarding the validity of a tax title.
Sale of Christmas Trees in Residential Areas Results in Suits The sale of Christmas trees in residential areas has been enjoined by the Court in the cases of Concord v. McAllister and Concord V. Angwin. Appearance has been entered in the City's interest in Muldoon v. Concord, which involves an appeal fronn action taken by the Zoning Board of Adjustment,
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Citizens through a public hearing discuss the merits and dis- advantages of a Low Avenue parking lot.
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
PERSONNEL:
Part-time
EXPENDED $9,223.47
The Municipal Airport came into being in 1936 when the Concord Airport Corporation sold out to the City of Concord. Major airport improvements were made in the late 1930' s when a modern administration building, t^vo hangars, a radio range station, and three landing strips were constructed. Serviced by NortheastAirlines, direct flights are regularly scheduled to Bos- ton, New York City, and Berlin and Laconia, New Hampshire.
Number of Passengers Outbound Increased in 1953
The total number of passengers enplaned in 1953 was 1,639, an increase of 105 over 1952. The number of pounds of mail han- dled by the airline was 3, 892, express amounted to 2,794 pounds, and freight was 3,787 pounds. Totals for these three categories were 3,035, 3,067, and 6,902 respectively in 1952, showing an increase in mail service but a decrease in express and freight activity.
Physical Improvements Made at the Airport
During 1953 a new oil-burning heating plant was installed to replace the old coal stoker previously in use. The runway lights were rebuilt at a total cost of $1,036, $600 of which was borne by the State. With these improved lights, night conditions have been greatly improved.
The grassed area of the airport was naaintained during 1953 by the State Aeronautics Commission using their own equipment.
Northeast Electronics CorporationRentedSpace in Administration Building
Space in the basement of the administration building was rented out in 1953 to the Northeast Electronics Corporation, a company engaged in research activities. With the addition of this rental, every "nook and cranny" of the building is being used by one aviation group or another.
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RECREATION & PARKS DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL:
Full-time , Part-time,
EXPENDED $67,722.41
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The Recreation and Parks Department functions to provide a comprehensive year-round recreation program and to maintain and improve all city parks, playgrounds, and recreation facili- ties. Operating under a reorganized Department and an increased budget in 1953, expanded and improved recreation services were provided, well-qualified leadership was furnished, and extensive repairs and renovations were made to facilities.
The Year 1953 a Constructive One in Recreation
During the year many capital improvements were made at the municipal parks and playgrounds. At Rolfe Park a multiple- use play area was constructed, the baseball outfield was rebuilt and seeded, and a five -foot fence was installed around the wading pool. Multiple-use play areas were also c6nstructed at Garrison, Rollins, and White Parks providing facilities for tennis, basket- ball, volleyball, badminton, shuffleboard, dancing, roller skating, and other sports.
In addition, the recreation administration building at White Park was renovated to include facilities for an office, mainten- ance shop and tool storage room, recreation lounge, game room, general craft shop, pottery shop, and supply room. A new drink- ing fountain and ski-jump were also constructed at White Park. Improvements were made to the grandstand, turf, ball diamond, and parking area at Memorial Field. Repairs made at Beaver Meadow Golf Course included painting the locker rooms , renovat- ing the front porch and repairing the roof of the club-house, and other improvements.
(Left) One of Concord's younger citizens learns to float. (Right) Woodworking classes have proven popular among adults.
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New Purchases Make Department One of Best-Equipped in State
During the year many units of modern equipment were pur- chased by the Department. These included two trucks with snow- plows, a gang mower, two rotary mowers, a power saw, a paint sprayer, and other units. With the addition of this equipment, the Department is able to provide more and better services to meet its aim of a comprehensive, year-round community recre- ation progrann.
Routine Affairs Keep Maintenance Division Busy
With increased manpower and new equipment, it was possi- ble to assign groundsmen for daily maintenance to Rolfe, White, and Rollins Parks, Memorial Field, and Beaver Meadow Golf Course. A separate crew performed mowing operations and clean-up work in these areas and in six playgrounds and 20 roadside park areas. Six ball diamonds were conditioned and marked out for an estimated 480 games. Ice skating rinks re- quired nightly spraying and regular clearing of snow and slush. The six tennis courts at Memorial Field were swept and rolled daily to provide facilities for tennis enthusiasts.
Many and Varied Activities Added in 1953
Among the activities supervised by the Department were Softball, flytying, woodworking, tennis, archery, teenage dances , evening square dances, Nevers Band concerts , baseball and soft- ball, a Halloween program, figure skating, skiing, hockey, oil painting, basket weaving, water color painting, block printing, textile stenciling, basketball, and football. This list is but a small indication of the work of the Department to prepare and administer a diversified program.
New Recreation Groups Organized in 1953
At the request of the Recreation Director, a Community Recreation Advisory Council of fifteen citizens was appointed to serve in anadvisory capacity to the Recreation and Parks Depart- ment. Youth Activities Council members were selected by each high school to represent the interests of the youth of Concord in planning and conducting appropriate programs. All baseball and
(Left) Red, juicy, and tasty! ! ! (Right) Adult art class instruc- tor teaches fundamentals of abstract painting.
Softball leagues and the high schools were invited to send repre- sentatives to form the Baseball-Softball Advisory Council.
With the assistance of the Department, the Penacook Neigh- borhood Advisory Council was formed to co-ordinate recreation- al and community activities in Penacook. Assistance was also given to reorganizing the Council of Youth-Serving Agencies. It is the purpose of this organization to create better understanding among agencies and to co-operate in youth work. The Sunset Club, an organization for people 60 years or older, and the Con- cord Trail Study Committee were also organized in 1953.
Playgrounds Attract Many Children
The nine playgrounds were open during the summer months under the supervision of a well- qualified staff of instructors and directors. Swimming activities included water games and races, and swimming instruction for beginner s , intermediates , and jun- ior and senior lifesavers. Baseball teams and tournaments in horseshoes, checkers, volleyball, and archery introduced zeal through competition. Arts and crafts classes included instruc- tion in hobbies that may be useful in later life. The Recreation Revue, held at White Park with Nevers Band as accompaniment, attracted an estimated 1,000 spectators.
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1950
1951
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WELFARE DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL:
Full-time 2
Part-time 1
EXPENDED $91,795.59
The basic responsibility of the Welfare Department is to provide relief for those individuals who cannot obtain financial assistance elsewhere. The programs administered by the De- partment include general relief, aid to dependent soldiers, board and care of adults and children, hospitalization and medical care, aftd old age assistance. Need is the basic criterion for eligibil- ity for public assistance.
Relief Expenditures ShowedSub- stantial Decrease in 1953
The year 1953 brought a sharp decrease in the number of families receiving financial as- sistance from the City, causing relief expenditures to be reduced considerably. This decrease can be attributed to the many employ- ment opportunities created by the various construction pro - jects carried on throughout the City.
The average number of cases during 1953 including Penacook totaled 50, representing 101 per- sons, compared with a case level of 61 during 1952, representing 123 persons.
A sum of $3, 300. 00, or 3.6 percent, of the Department's total expenditures for relief, was spent in providing food for needy persons during the year 1953.
Increased Medical Costs Cause Expenditures for Old Age Assist- ance to Rise
The cost of the old age assistance program continued to in- crease during 1953, although the average case load was 273, three less than 1952 and six less than 1951. The increased cost of this program can be mainly attributed to increased medical costs. In 1952 the City expended $47, 156 for old age assist- ance cases, and $49,977 for the year 1953.
City Spends $2, 054. 77 for Aid to Permanently and Totally Dis- abled
Tin. 1952 a new program known as aid to the permanently and totally disabled (A. P. T . D. ) was put into effect. Adminis- tered by the State Welfare Department, the City of Concord pays 35% of the total grant. When this program was first originated there were two cases receiving assistance and at the end of 1953 there were seven such cases. During the year 1953 the City spent $2, 054. 77 on this program.
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CIVIL DEFENSE
PERSONNEL: EXPENDED $309. 80
Part-time. . . 206 (volunteers)
During 1953Wilbert F. Cameron resigned as Civil Defense Director and was succeeded in July by Lawrence J. Riis, Sr. To carry on the important work of preparedness in the event of an enemy attack, a staff organization headed by the following cit- izens was founded:
Deputy Director Henry C. Newell
Warning and Communication
Unit Malcolm J. Edmunds
*
Grovuid Observer Unit Carl M. Holmgren
Refugee Unit Stanley F. Little
Fire Fighting Unit Fire Chief, Clarence H. Green
*
Police Unit Police Chief, Arthur W.McIsaac
& Police Sgt. , Daniel C.Abbott
Warden Services Unit Col. James H. Johnston
Engineering Unit Howard E. Raymond
Transportation Unit Nile E. Faust
Health and Sanitation Unit . . .Dr. Thonnas M. Dudley
* Medical Nursing and
First Aid Unit Dr. Robert O. Blood
Public Information Officer . . .John D. Orr
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Much Planning and Organizing Done in 1953
The year 1953 was one of organization and planning in Civil Defense. A city-wide meeting was held with leaders of Concord women's organizations to explain the purposes and aims of Civil Defense. Numerous meetings were conducted to develop a Con- cord Civil Defense Plan, soon to be completed. Conferences with sound engineers pointed out the needs of a dependable alert sys- tem.
Recruits Needed for Civil Defense Program
An estimated 800 to 900 volunteers are needed to nnake the Civil Defense organization complete. At present there are about 250 to 275 citizens participating in the city -wide program. If you personally wish to do your share in preparing Concord in case of attack, please volunteer your services to the Civil De- fense Director or any other official connected with the organi- zation.
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The State Civil Defense truck is ready for emergency use.
MUNICIPAL COURT
PERSONNEL: Part-time
EXPENDED $5,668.09
Regular sessions of the Municipal Court are held each week day beginning at 9:00 A.M. Criminal cases are heard first, fol- lowed by civil cases. During 1953 the Court considered a total of 6, 766 cases, an increase of 32 per cent over the previous year when 5, 113 cases were heard.
Felonies Increase 116% Over 1952
Of the more than 6, 000 cases considered by the Court, 1 , 404 were misdemeanors, 327 small claims cases, 107 civil cases, and 4, 863 traffic cases. During the previous year these totals were 1, 102; 215; 105 and 3, 661 respectively. There was an in- crease in the number of cases in all categories, and a notable increase in traffic cases. Sixty-five felonies occurred in 1953 compared with 30 such cases in 1952. Felonies are cases of such a serious nature that the Municipal Court has only initial jurisdiction, and include those cases where the sentence may be more than a year in prison or a fine greater than $500. These were turned over to the Superior Court for final disposition.
Juvenile Cases Remain the Same
In 1953 the number of arraignments before the juvenile court was 38, an increase of only one in number over the year 1952. Of these arraignments, four involved thefts; two, property dam- age; six, breaking, entering, and larceny; five, sex offenses; twelve, malicious mischief; fiV^e, thefts of cars; three, setting fires; and one unruly child.
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The book trailer made seven stops weekly in distributing books,
LIBRARY
PERSONNEL:
Full-time 15
Part-time 10
EXPENDED $74, 130.21
One of the principal objectives of the Concord Public Li- brary is to provide a well-rounded collection of books for chil- dren and adults--books that will entertain, inform, and chal- lenge the mind.
New System of Charging Books Successful
Important changes made in the past year to simplify every- one's use of the Library was the charging of all, except new books, for four weeks instead of two, and the dropping of limit- ations on the number of books that may be borrowed. The first change has resulted in a lower circulation figure but one which is a better indication of the nunnber of books borrowed than the earlier method of counting renewals as part of the circulation.
Another change was the closiiig of the West Concord Branch Library and the substitution of a book trailer stop in West Con- cord. The circulation per month at the book trailer was consid- erably higher than it had been at the branch and the registration increased by 50% at a lower cost than the maintenance of the branch. The books which had been idle on the branch shelves were absorbed by the Branch Division and put to wider use.
Badly Needed Repairs Made to J_,ibrary
For the first time since it was opened in 1940, the Library
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roof was repaired, the walls were weatherproofed, and the in- terior was painted. New lights and more powerful light bulbs have improved the evening lighting considerably.
62% of Concord Residents Are Book-Borrowers
During the year 1,411 new adult borrowers and 678 child- ren were issued library cards. With the withdrawal of 2,095 inactive cards, there are now 17,390 active registrants; this comprises 62% of the population of Concord.
During 1953 there were 5,593 books added to the Library. Including children's books, the library collection now totals 64,713 volumes. The total number of periodicals regularly re- ceived is 128 .
Library Sponsored 190 Meetings During the Year
The total attendance at all Library -sponsored meetings numbered 4,646 compared to 4,045 in 1952. These meetings Included two American Heritage discussion groups, a World Af- fairs group, two Great Books groups, two series of classes for mothers of pre-school children, 38 weekly story hours, 25 film programs, and various other discussion groups.
Adults Read 44,822 Non-fiction Books in 1953
During the last year adults read: 44,822 Non-fiction 14,297 Periodicals 109, 699 Fiction
168,818 Total
During the last year juveniles read: 15,045 Non-fiction 536 Periodicals 43,612 Fiction
59, 193 Total
(Left) A familiar sight in the Young People's Room. (Right) Four of the 15,494 adults and young people registered
as borrowers.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL:
Full-time 43
Part-time 62
EXPENDED $165, 713. 19
The aim of the Police Department is to prevent crime and maintain peace and order , enforce laws and ordinances, and pro- tect lives and property from malicious damage and injury. In siimmary, it does all that is possible to check the spread of crime and immorality and to promote public safety.
A Request for Police Assistance Was Answered Every Hour and Seven Minutes in 195 3
During 1953 a total of 7,812 requests for police assistance were answered by the Department; this amounted to one request for every hour and seven minutes. A total of 2,841 complaints were investigated in 1953, compared to 1,934 investigations made in 1952.
A major offense was reported every 3 1/3 days during the last year, or a total of 109 major crimes. This was an increase of 26. 7% over the preceding year, when 86 major offenses were reported.
An Accident Occurred Every 20 1/2 Hours in 1953
A total of 424 vehicular accidents occurred in the City dur- ing the twelve month period. In terms of time, this meant that a mishap took place every 20 1/2 hours. This was a decrease of 60 accidents from 1952. As a result of these accidents, 116 peo- ple were injured as compared with 124 in 1952. However, two deaths were recorded, an increase of one over the preceding year. Your assistance is needed if this auto accident toll is to be decreased.
(Left) A well earned reward- -license plate No. 1. (Right) The Police and Fire Departments jointly sponsor scrap drives to aid worthy causes.
A Car Was Illegally Parked Every Hour and 48 Minutes During the Last Year
During 1953 parking tickets totaling 4,879 were issued, as compared to 3,851 given out in 1952. This meant that for every hour and 48 minutes of 1953 a car was illegally parked. Every police officer is charged with achieving the objective of law ob- servance. He needs your co-operation to prevent violations of this kind.
An Ambulance Call Was Answered Every Seven Hours and 49 Minutes
Calls for the ambulance kept the Department busy in 1953. A total of 1, 118 calls were made or, on the average, one every seven hours and 49 minutes. This was an increase of 142 re- quests for ambulance service during the previous year.
The Department Recovered 84.6% of All Property Stolen in Con- cord
During 1953 property announting to $30,535.64 was re- ported stolen. Of this, $25, 838.23, or 84. 6%, of the stolen pro- perty was recovered. This is proof that the police are doing everything possible to restore your property to you.
Training Keeps Personnel Informed of Latest Developments
A nine-hour refresher course in first aid was held for all members of the Department during last year. This course also included instruction in the use of the resuscitator . During March a training school concerning police techniques was held for all the members of the Department. An FBI Agent provided fire- arms instructions during the month of May.
Concord's First Policewoman Hired
The year 1953 saw Concord's first Policewoman, and the first such officer in the State of New Hampshire, hired. Her duties are mainly confined to parking meter enforcement.
(Left) The ambulance receives a strip of night reflection tape . (Right) Aportable ultra-violet black light was purchased in 1953 to uncover invisible evidence on paper, cloth, and other articles.
(Left) The Fire Department answers various calls for assist- ance--here it helps install an antenna on the roof of the Pub- lic Works garage. (Right) Fire fighters quickly bring a blaze
under control.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL:
Full-time 45
Part-time. 78
EXPENDED. . . $188, 994. 98
In order to safeguard life and property against loss or damage from fire, the City maintains four fire stations, one in the City proper and three in outlying wards and operates 17 trucks and two official cars. A new 750-gallon American La France purnper was purchased in 1953 and is scheduled for de- livery in the innmediate future.
Fire Losses the Second Lowest Since 1916.
In 195 3 the Fire Department answered 703 alarms, of which 489 were fires within the City limits and ten fires out- side the City; 96 were rescue or emergency calls; 96 were smoke scares and 12 were false alarms. The fire loss totaled approximately $33, 318. 71, the second lowest since 1916. Two serious fires accounted for most of the loss, with both blazes occurring in rural areas. The lowest fire loss figure, recorded in 1916, amounted to $19,626. In 1951 the total was $21,777, the next lowest total.
Training Important in Fire Fighting
The training program conducted by the Department kept the personnel informedof the mostmodern fire fighting tactics.
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Classes were held for the permanent force and drills were con- ducted during the summer months for both the permanent and call forces .
Fire Prevention an Essential Phase of the Work of the Depart- ment
^Through fire inspections many fire hazards were elimin- ated. A total of 1,196 inspections were made during 1953 of hospitals, convalescent homes, churches, theatres, schools, establishments in the high value district, and other buildings. This program of fire prevention can only be possible with the continued co-operation of you, the citizens of Concord,
Fire Hose Adequate to Nearly Reach Penacook from the City Proper ~~ ~
During 1953 all hose in the Department was tested. Lengths failing to pass the test were rejected and transferred to other departments not needing it for emergency use. The Department now has in service 17, 500 feet of Z 1/2 inch hose, 2, 850 feet of 1 1/2 inch hose, 2,250 feet of 3/4 inch booster hose, and 200 feet of 3 inch hose. If laid end to end, this hose would very nearly extend from the City Proper to Penacook! ! !
Firemen Give Assistance to Worthy Causes
The Department personnel participated in the building of miniature fire trucks for underprivileged children at Christmas . This project is made possible through the co-operation of local merchants and businessmen who make donations of money and materials. Other worthy causes given assistance by the fire- men included the March of Dimes annual paper drive and the Jimmy Fund scrap drive.
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(Left) Ol '' A'Ooden pipe dug up during the reconstruction of Main Street. (Below) Timber cut at Long Pond is stacked and stored for later use.
WATER DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL:
Full-time 27
Part-time 6
EXPENDED
$172,813.93
The Water Departmentis responsible for the construction, operation, and maintenance of the water supply system of the City including the water shed area, the reservoir, four pumping stations, two elevated tanks, a stand pipe, 104 miles of mains, and 821 hydrants. In addition, the Departnnent performs auxi- liary functions such as reading water meters and preparing and distributing bills for water use and sewer rental.
Much Time Devoted to Main Street Reconstruction
Before the reconstruction of Main Street was begun, the Department checked 1,084 feet of main and recaulked 112 joints to prevent dig-ups of the new street surface because of leaks. When the actual excavation began, two employees of the Depart- ment were kept busy locating mains and service connections and digging test holes to prevent damage to the system. Even with these precautions , considerable damage was done as a result of the excavation, making necessary 44 repairs to service connect- ions and 1 5 to the six, ten, and 16 inch mains. Due to a change in the grade of the new street surface, it was necessary to lower 930 feet of pipe.
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(Right) Ice cutting opera- tions were supervised by the Department during the win- ter months.
(Below) Work at Boudreau Square necessitated the lay- ing of new mains.
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3,657,438 Gallons of Water Consumed Daily
In 1953 a total of 1, 334, 965, 000 gallons of water was con- sumed, or an average of 3,657,438 gallons daily. Of this, 64%, or 853,720,000 gallons, was pumped to the user and only 36% was delivered by the inexpensive gravity feed method. Even with a severe drought during the summer months , it was not necessary to curtail service as the level of Penacook Lake remained rel- atively high throughout.
Timber Cut at Penacook Lake
Timber was harvested from the area around Penacook Lake during the year, trucked to the saw mill, and sawed into lumber. This operation yielded 9,747 board feet of lumber which is used to meet the Department's needs.
The shore line and water shed of the Lake were patrolled regularly in 1953.
Hydrants Tested at Regular Intervals
During the winter months the 821 water hydrants were test- ed weekly to guard against freezing and to assure that they were in good working order . Throughout the year, eight hydrants were dug up and replaced, 13 were repaired, and two new ones were connected. A total of 432 water meters were repaired in 1953 , 50 were replaced.and 62 new ones added.
City forces also laid 64 new service connections and relaid 134 existing ones.
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PUBLIC WORKS & ENG. DEPARTMENT
PERSONNEL:
Full -time 90
Part-time 2
EXPENDED $537,804.53
The Public Works and Engineering Department performs such familiar services as constructing and repairing roads , bridges, and sidewalks; reraoving snow, and salting and sanding highways; planting, removing, and spraying trees; operating municipal cemeteries; constructing, repairing, and maintaining sanitary and storm sewers; collecting and disposing of refuse; designing, laying out, and mapping all municipal public works projects; inspecting new construction and weighing and measur- ing devices; and other functions.
Civic Improvement Becomes a Reality in 195 3
Numerous new construction projects were supervised by the Department during the year. The reconstruction of 9,000 lineal feet of Main Street by contract forces was begun in July and continued well into December, reaching a stage of approx- imately 70% completion. The reconstruction required extensive revisions to the existing sewers and the construction of a new storm water drainage system throughout. One feature of the project was the closing of Gulf St. and the re -establishment of this street to enter Water St. several hundred feet south of its former location.
The reconstruction of Main St. and East Canal St. in Pena- cook was begun by the contractor in June and essentially com- pleted by winter. The approaches to the new bridge, beyond Crescent St. , were graded and the construction of the newbridge, across the Contoocook River was readied for the erection of structural steel in the spring of 1954. The Penacook project also involved extensive repair s to sewers and the extension of sewers. A feature of this work was the channelizing of traffic and the
Workmen set granite curbings as City launches major sidewalk repair and construction progrann.
(Left) Early stage of construction of Penacook- Boscawen bridge over the Contoocook River. (Right) Public Works forces are al- ways ready to repair damage such as this.
establishment of a controlled traffic pattern in Boudreau Square.
Construction and engineering costs of the State St. and Freight St. parking lots, providing metered parking for 208 cars, totaled $108, 737.
Thirteen-hundred lineal feet of reinforced concrete pipe storm sewer was constructed on Mooreland Avenue, discharging into Turkey River. Contract cost of this work was $7,600.
Through a program of sidewalk improvement, a total of 595 squareyards of asphalt sidewalk was constructedby contract at a cost of $1, 307, half of which was borne by the abutters.
Construction with Town Road Aid Fiinds
Work on rural roads, using Town Road Aid Fvinds, pro- vided by the State with the required financial participationby the City, progressed during the year. This work was accomplished with City forces and equipment, supplemented by some rental e- quipment as required. The total amount of highway completed under tbis program in 1953 was 1.94 miles at a cost of approxi- mately $21, 000.
Engineering Surveys an Integral Part of Construction
A myriad of surveys were completed by the city engineers during the year. These included surveys in connection with pos- sible storm water outlets, proposed sanitary sewer extensions. White Park wading pool reconstruction, improving South Main St. in Penacook, rebuilding a retaining wall on Hanover St. , a re- vised street lighting plan along Main St. , the installation of storm sewers and culverts, and others.
Routine Activities Performed by the Department
Routine activities carried on by the Department included the following:
* During the winter 30.4 inches of snow made necessary the plowing of 975 miles of roads and 150 miles of sidewalks. City forces scattered 197 tons of salt and 7,710 cubic yards of sand in combating hazardous traveling conditions.
* Cold patch material laid to repair roads totaled 1,700 tons.
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Public Works equipment stands ready to meet winter storms,
* A total of 71,883 cubic yards of refuse was collected by refuse vehicles which traveled 38, 108 miles. Boiling of all gar- bage used for hog-feeding was begun inOctober by the contractor .
* The number of cubic yards of gravel spread to improve unpaved roads amounted to 5, 175.
* A total of 560 minor and 33 major repairs were made on trucks and equipment at the city garage.
* A sum of 285,000 gallons of asphalt and 86,000 gallons of tar were used in improving 54. 8 miles of highways.
* Street and sidewalk patching took 275 tons of hot bitu- minous concrete.
* Street signs replaced numbered 98.
* A total of 336 interments were made in the several ceme- teries of the City. Extensive repairs and improvements were made in the Old North Cemetery.
New Eqmpment Bought through a Bond Issue
New equipment received and placed in service during the year included a shop compressor, two pick-up trucks, seven dump trucks, three reconditioned dump truck bodies, two trac- tors, three sanders, a rotary broonn, and an elevator for salt loading. Most of this equipment was financed through a bond issue.
SUf^l-IAEY OF HIGHWAY & SILEWikLK MAIimiNANCS & CONSTRUCTION— 1953*
Miles of Sq. Yds. of
Hjflrhways
Maintained by City ^otcqb 5^.80
fieoonstrunted bv TEA 1.9^
New Coistruction -55
i<e3urf aced by Contrant 2.k^-
Constr., Reconstr., & Resiirfarjed by City
Forces ••••
Constr. <% Reconstr. by Contract ....
Constr. & Reconstr. by Contract
(Incidental to Major Highway Projects) _*jjj.
Total 59.73
Sidewalks 500
1356 595
2416 4867
♦Does not include any work either completed or in progress as a part of the Main St. project.
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ZONING, BUILDING, PLUMBING
PERSONNEL: EXPENDED $179. 20
Part-time 1
The purpose of the zoning ordinance is to regulate the use of land and buildings, the height of buildings, and area require- ments in order to promote health, safety, morals, and the gen- eral welfare of the community. The plumbing and building codes insure that the safety of life and property is promoted. It is the responsibility of a full-time engineering inspector to check new construction, alterations, and land use for conformation to the building, zoning, and plumbing codes.
Any person wishing to erect, alter, or move a structure must obtain a permit from the engineering inspector. In grant- ing or denying a permit, the actions of the inspector are fixed quite specifically by law; if the ordinance allows the use for which the applicant is petitioning, the permit will be granted. How- ever, if the ordinance does not allow that use, the inspector must deny the permit. Permits so denied may then be appealed by the applicant to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, a quasi- judicial body of five citizens.
Zoning Board of Adjustment Hears 31 Appeals
The Zoning Board of Adjustment conducted 13 hearings and considered 31 appeals from the decision of the zoning admin- istrator. In 1952 the number of appeals was 45. Of the 31 ap- peals, 21 were granted, seven were denied, one was dismissed, and two were continued indefinitely.
Building Activity Still at a High Level
The number of building permits issued in 1953 was 257, 14 more thanin 1952 and 43 more than in 1951 . Of these, 160 were for new construction, 29 more than in 1952, and 97 were for al- terations and repairs. The estimated total value of work repre- sented by these permits was $1, 077, 206, of which $865, 211 was for new construction and $211,995 for alterations and repairs . A total of 80 single-family dwelling units was built.
Noteworthy construction projects authorized in 1953 and their estimated costs were as follows:
Rumford Press Warehouse $62, 000
Rumford Press Office and Storage Building. . . . 32,463 Concord Police Boys' Club Gymnasium and
Assembly Hall 22,000
State of New Hampshire Fish and Game
Department Warehouse 23,000
Plumbing Permits Increase Over 1952
The total number of plumbing permits issued last year was 110, compared to 95 given in 1952. A total of 31 master plumb- ers and 20 journeymen were licensed during the year; in 1952, 33 masters and 20 journeymen were licensed.
Of the five applicants for new journeymen licenses, four failed the examination. Only one examination was given for a master's license, in which the applicant was successful.
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FINANCIAL TABLES
COMBINED BALANCE SHEET
General Fund Assets
Cash:
First National Bank - General Account $'+30,175.^3
Imprest Funds 1,087.20
Cash for Payment of Bonds & Coupons 336.25 $ii31,598.88
Taxes Eeceivahle :
Current Year Levy - Property $217,873.75
Current Year Levy - Polls ^.^^37. 50
Total Current Year $222,311.25
Less: Reserve for Abatements 23.6l3.60 $198,697.65
Prior Year Levies - Property $6,0')-3.15
Prior Year Levies - Polls 3 . 86l . 38
Total Prior Years $9,90'+. 53
Less: Reserves for Non-Realleation 9.90^.53 -0-
Taxes Bought by City - Unredeemed $24,130.55
Less: Reserve for Non-Realization 24.130.55 -0- 198,697.65
Miscellaneous Accounts Receivable:
Water & Sewer Rentals $49,712.08
Departmental Receivables 18,596.^
Cemetery Receivables 2.691.64 $71,000,20
Less: Reserves for Non-Realization 16.000. 00 55,000.20
Stores Accounts:
Public Works Inventory $28,860.ii5
Stationery & Supplies Inventory 1,989.96
Postage Meter Inventory 151.01 $31,001.42
Less: Reserves for Non-Realization 31.001.^2 -0-
Tax-Deeded Properties $2 , 158. 77
Less: Reserves for Non-Realization 2.158.77 -0-
State Bead Taxes Receivable:
Levy of 1953 $15,967.70
Levy of 1952 3.525.00 19.492.70
Total General Fund Assets $704,789.43
Trust Fund Assets
National State Capital Bank Trust Fund Acct.. $8,216.22
Investments (See Schedule Page 47) 599.005.15 607,221.37
Capital Fund Assets (Municipal & School)
Bond Bequiremente - Future Years:
Municipal $969,000.00
School 188.000.00 1.157.000.00
Bond Fund Assets
Cash - National State Capital Bank $125,980.01
Cash - In Other Banks 50,000.00
Investments 199,246.00
Accounts Receivable 2.314.00 377. 540. 01
$2.846.550.81
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GENEEAl AND BELATED PtJNDS
31. 1953
General Tand Llatllltles and Stirplus
Accoimts Payable:
Unpresented Coupons $336.25
Ciirrent VoucherB Payable 57,092.18
Tax Refimds Payable 61.00 $57.'i89.U3
Unejcpended Approprlatlone:
Union School DiBtrict $'«)1.325.00
Penacook School District 27,213.66
Interest School Bonds 3.570.50 '^32,109.16
Due to Other Funds;
Water Fund $36,608.16
Sanitary Sewer Fund '♦■7,353.82
Parking Meter Fund U4. 672.2^4- 128,63'4..22
Advance Deposits;
Timber Yield Taxes $370.00
Other Taies 136.00
Miscellaneous 2.643.0i4^ 3,3^+9.0'*
Reserves:
For Encvunbrances $1,285.51
For Future Timber Yield Tax Loss 6,166.32 7,'*51.83
Taxes Due to State:
Head Tax Levy of 1953 $21, 224.^19
Special $3.00 Poll Taxes 1.869.60 23.094.09
Total General Fund Liabilities $652,127.77
Current Surplus 52. 661.66
Total General Fund Liabilities & Surplus $70i»,789.'*3
Trust Fund LiabilitieB
Principal $586,067.91
Accximulated Income 21.153. i»6 607,221.37
Capital Fund Liabilities (Municipal & School)
Long Term Debt:
Bonded Debt (See Schedule Page 40) $1,137,000.00
Long Term Hotes (See Schedule Page 40) 20.000.00 1.157.000.00
Bond Fund Liabilities
Construction or Equipment Authorized $374,243.09
Vouchers Payable 3.296.92
377.540.01 $2.846.5^0.81
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GENEBAL FUIID
Statement of Cvirrent Sxirplus For the Year Ended December 31, 1953
Balance. January 1. 1953 $16 ,585 .27
Deduct portion of Opening Balance used to reduce Tax Hate. 16.585. 27
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Add 1953 Budget Surplus:
Unencvunbered Balances of Appropriations $29,912.86
Excess of Actual over Estimated Revenues 21.287.5^ $51, 200. ^K)
Add Prior Year Reserves Liquidated;
Bal. of Amt. Reserved from 1952 Budget for Legal Services. $293.70
Excess reserves for Prior Year Taxes 19,077.93
Excess reserves for Tax Deeded Property 706.19
Excess reserves for Water Works Accounts Receivable 80'+. 05
Reserves for State Head Taxes 2.872.89 23.75^.76
$7^^,955.16
Deduct Portion used to Increase Reserves:
For Non- Realization of Unredeemed Taxes $5 , 756.46
For Non-Realization of Stores Accounts 6,001.42
For Non-Collection of Accounts Receivable 10.535.62 22.293.50
Balsjice December 31, 1953 Available for Reduction of 1954 Tax Rate $52.661.66
STATEMENT OF LONG TERM DEBT December 31, 1953
Municipal:
Central Fire Station.
Sewers
Sewers
Storm Sewers
Airport
Signal System
Equip. & Improvements
Equip. & loiprovements * Equip. & Improvements
School:
High School
Dame School (Note)
Self -Liquidating:
Water Constr. & Land. Parking Areas
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te of |
Date of |
Int. |
Balance |
Paid in |
1953 |
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ssue |
Matxirity |
Rate |
Dec. 31, 1953 |
Principal |
Interest |
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1934 |
1954 |
3^ |
$1,000.00 |
$1,000.00 |
$52.50 |
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1934 |
1954 |
3* |
1,000.00 |
1.000.00 |
52.50 |
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1934 |
1954 |
3 |
3,000.00 |
4,000.00 |
150.00 |
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1937 |
1956 |
2-3- |
21,000.00 |
7.000.00 |
630.00 |
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1942 |
1954 |
il |
3,000.00 |
3,000.00 |
75.00 |
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1948 |
1958 |
i-t |
115,000.00 |
23,000.00 |
1,581.25 |
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1948 |
1953 |
1^- |
-0- |
iiO.OOO.OO |
250.00 |
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1949 |
1958 |
1^ |
125,000.00 |
25,000.00 |
2,062.50 |
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1953 |
1965 |
2 |
700.000.00 $969,000.00 |
-0- $104,000.00 |
-0- |
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$4,853.75 |
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1925 |
1965 |
H- |
$168,000.00 |
$14,000.00 |
$7,735.00 |
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1953 |
1954 |
1.99 |
20.000.00 $188,000.00 |
-0- |
-0- |
|
$14,000.00 |
$7,735.00 |
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1949 |
1969 |
1 3/^ |
$160,000.00 |
$10,000.00 |
$2,887.50 |
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1953 |
1963 |
1* |
200.000.00 $360,000.00 |
-0- |
1,500.00 |
|
$10,000.00 |
$4,387.50 |
Approx. $167,200 to te paid from State Highv/ay Grants
Analysis of Debt MatTirities
Parking
Due in: Municipal School Water Areas
1954 $123,000.00 $34,000.00 $10,000.00 i';2o,ooo.oo
1955 115,000.00 14,000.00 10,000.00 20,000.00
1956 115,000.00 14,000.00 10,000.00 20,000.00
1957 108,000.00 14,000.00 10,000.00 20,000.00
1958 108,000.00 14.000.00 10,000.00 20,000.00
1959 60,000.00 14.000.00 10,000.00 20,000.00
i960 60,000.00 14,000.00 10,000.00 20,000.00
1961 60,000.00 14,000.00 10,000.00 20,000.00
1962 60,000.00 14,000.00 10,000.00 20,000.00
1963 60,000.00 14,000.00 10.000.00 20,000.00
Beyond I963 100.000.00 28.000.00 60.OOO.OO -0-
$969,000.00 $188,000.00 $l60,000.00 $200,000.00
40 " " City of Concord
GENTERAl FUND
Statement of Revenues
For the Tear Ending December 31. 1953
Local Taxes;
Property Taxes (Current Tr. Levy) . .
Poll Taxes (Cxirrent Yr. Levy)
National Benk Stock (Cur. Tr. Levy) Added Taxes, Prior Trs. -Property . ."
Added Taxes, Prior Trs. -Polls
Interest, Penalties and Costs
Auto Permits
Rent & Profit Tax-Deeded Property . Timber Severance Tax
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Budget |
Revenues |
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Estimate |
Realized |
Excess |
Deficiency |
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$2,285,938.73 $2,287,758.86 $1,820.13 |
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22,000.00 |
21,562.00 |
$438.00 |
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6,300.00 |
6.330.70 |
30.70 |
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164. 2if |
164.24 |
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300.00 |
314.00 |
14.00 |
|
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9,000.00 |
8.613.33 |
386.67 |
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88,000.00 |
95.603.03 |
7.603.03 |
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100.00 |
310.90 |
210.90 |
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800.00 |
781.^1 |
18.49 |
$2.iH2.438.73 $2,421,438.57 $8,999.84
State Tajc Contributions;
Railroad Tax
Savings Bank Tax
Interest & Dividend Tax
Loss of Tajces - State Forest
Licenses & Permits;
Bicycle Registrations
Taxi Licenses
Health Licenses
Amusement Licenses
Police & Protective Licenses
Professional and Occupational Lie.
Registration Fees & Permita:
Marriage Licenses
Recording Fees - Legal Doctiments
Filing Fees
Sundry Fees. City Clerk
Dog Licenses
Departmental Service Charges:
Rent of Buildings
Comfort Station Concession
Golf Fees
Memorial Field, Royalties
" " , Concessions
Self-supporting Activities
Police Dept. - Ambulance Charges ..
Airport , Rent
Airport , Concessions
Fines & Forfeits
Commission on Head Tax Collections.
Misc. Dept. Service Charges
Weights & Measures, Fees
|
$12,000.00 |
$12,904.67 |
$904.67 |
|
|
13.000.00 |
14,401.29 |
1,401.29 |
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75,000.00 |
76,220.87 |
1,220.87 |
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27.00 |
$27.00 |
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$100,027.00 |
$103,526.83 $3,499.83 |
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$550.00 |
$511.50 |
$38.50 |
|
|
500.00 |
406.00 |
94.00 |
|
|
380.00 |
404.00 |
$24.00 |
|
|
3,^0.00 |
2,822.50 |
577.50 |
|
|
150.00 |
80.50 |
69.50 |
|
|
35.00 |
119.50 |
84.50 |
|
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$5,015.00 |
$4,344.00 |
$671.00 |
|
|
$1,000.00 |
$1,047.00 |
$47.00 |
|
|
2.300.00 |
2,550.21 |
250.21 |
|
|
75.00 |
81.00 |
6.00 |
|
|
450.00 |
535.20 |
85.20 |
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4,200.00 |
4.070.55 |
$129.45 |
|
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$8,025.00 |
$8,283.96 |
$258.96 |
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$1,600.00 |
$1,357.45 |
$242.55 |
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200.00 |
113.00 |
87.00 |
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4.500.00 |
5.765.55 $1,265.55 |
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550.00 |
480.61 |
69.39 |
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225.00 |
112.00 |
113.00 |
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-0- |
317.00 |
317.00 |
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1,000.00 |
992.00 |
8.00 |
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8.000.00 |
8,207.30 |
207.30 |
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50.00 |
60.63 |
10.63 |
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7.000.00 |
8,847.66 |
1.847.66 |
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-0- |
5,832.68 |
5,832.68 |
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2,500.00 |
2,112.26 |
387.74 |
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300.00 |
381.90 |
81.90 |
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$25,925.00 |
$34,580,04 $8,655.04 |
Unclassified:
Interest Income -0- $666.67 $666.67
Sale of Property $400.00 485.00 85.00
All Other 300.00 93.20 $206.80
$700.00 $1.244.87 $54'^ .87
Total Revenues $2.552.130.73 $2.573.4l8.27$21,287.54 ^^^^^
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Annual Report " " 47
TAX ACCOUNTS
Tear Ending December 3I, 1953
Statement of Taaces Beceiva^)le
1953 Prior State Head
Levy Tears Taxes
Balance. January 1. 1953 $292,298.15 $21,^1-99.31
Taxes Cominittea to Collector in 1953 (Incl. Supplemental) :
Real Estate & Personal Property $2,315,Wi5.73 164. 2'J-
National Bank Stock Tax 6,330.70
Timber Severance Tax 3,630.91
Poll Taxes 23,562.00 31iJ.OO
Head Taxes - 1951. 1952, and 1953 75.855.00
Total Ciaarges to Collector *$2,3^.972.34 $292,J^_6.39 $97.35^.31
Accounted for as follows:
Collections to Treasurer (Net of Eefunds) . $2, 120, 58'+. 82 $271,523.08 $70,562.60
Authorized Abatements 6,076.27 11,346.78 7. 296. 81
Balance Uncollected December 3I, 1953 .... 222.311.25 # 9.904.53 19.492.70
^2.348.972.34 $292.776.39 $_g7. 354.31
Taken as Current Revenue
Reserve for Abatements & Adjustments
$2,316,433.07
32. .^39.22
$2,348,972.34
# Age Analysis of Uncollected Taxes of Prior Years
1952 1951 1950 1949 1946 1947 1946 19'^5 1944 1943 1942 1941 1940 1939
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Taxes |
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$3,533.63 |
$1,185.20 |
$4,718.83 |
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1,102.82 |
252.40 |
1.355.22 |
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763.71 |
354.00 |
1.117.71 |
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318.08 |
298.90 |
616.98 |
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213.32 |
258.08 |
471.40 |
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240.20 |
281.67 |
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234.70 |
280.35 |
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600.50 |
610.60 |
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333.00 |
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31.40 |
45.77 |
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$3,861.38 $9,904.53
Statement of Tax Sale Accounts
Balances Unredeemed January 1, 1953:
Levy of 1948
Levy of I949
Levy of 1950
Levy of 1951
Levy of 1952 (Tax Sale of 1953)
Accounted for as follows:
Collections to Treasurer
Authorized Abatements
Deeded to City
Total Credits
Balance Unredeemed December 31, 1953
$81.92
1,966.94
5.335.36
11.107.30
$26,649.91 132.28 206.52
$18,491.52
32.627.74
$51.119.26
$26,988.71 $51.119.26
48
City of Concord
SAHITAET SFrfER FUND
Balance Sheet - December 31. 1953
AssetB
Fixed Assets:
Land & Eights of Way
Sewer Mains
Msinholes
Customer Connections
Sundry Equipment
Less; Reserve for Depreciation
Total Fixed Assets
Prepaid Engineerinis: Expenses
Current Assets:
Due from General Fund
Investments (See Schedule Page i^7)
Total Assets
Liabilities and Funds
F\md Balance aind Surplus:
Municipal Investment
Contributions in Aid of Construction
Earned Surplus:
. Balance - January 1, 1953 ^32,129.19
Net Profit - for Year 1953 8.337.62
Total Surplus Balance
Total Fund Balance and Surplus . . .
*199.97 937.975.26 104.368.32 142,465.11
1.745.11
$1,186, 753 -77 614. 756. 14
S^. 516. 81
Statement of Operations Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 195?
.■5571.997.63 7.772.33
547,353.82 48.568.97 95.922.69 S675 .692.65
':48l,337.71 153.838.13
$675.692.65
!524, 706.38 7.442.45
Operating Revenues
Sewer Rents:
General
Indus t rial
Operating Expenses
General Operation : ■• .; -. - : -^ " t ,:• .■■; :■; t • i .; c ■ - e .' iT
Main & Manhole Oper. Labor <S Expense $4,729.66
House Connection Oper. Labor &■ Expense.... 1,630.32
Maintenance of Sewer Mains , 1,026.75
Maintenance of Manholes 234.96
Miscellaneous General Expense 76.46 $7,698.15
Customers' Expense: •;■•:
Meter Reading and Billing
Administration :
Employees ' Retirement Fund
Depreciation
Total Operating Expenses
Operating Income
Non-Operating Income :
Interest on Investments
Net Profit for tfcg. .Xsaj . . .^
1,607.43
993.79 14,883.80
S32.l48.83
!^25,183.17 $6,965.66
1,421.96
$8.387.62
,. Annual Report " "49
WATEE FOHD
Balance Sheet
December 31, 1953
Assets
Fixed Assets. Net of Accrued Depreciation:
Water and Flowage Eights
Land
Structures
Pumping and Purification Equipment
Distrih. Mains, Services, Hydrants & Meters.
Other Equipment & Garage Equipment
Unfinished Construction
Total Fixed Assets
Bond Fund Assets;
Cash - First National Bank • •
Investments (See Schedule Page ^7)
Materials 4 Supplies Inventory
Total Bond Fund Assets
Current Assets:
Due from General Fund
Investments (See Schediile Page ^7)
Materials & Supplies Inventory
Contracts Beceivahle
Total Current Assets
Total Assets
$167,663.11
172.859.96
289,838.52
50.899.11
76J^,22i^.88
26,635.21
167.38
$922.52 47,000.00 25.653.32
$36,608.16 33,21i+.27
88,738.81 317.^
$1,472,288.17
$73,575.84
$158.876.68 $1.704.742.69
Llahilitles and Funds Capital Liahilities;
Bonded Deh t
Fund Balance and Surplus :
Kunicipal Investment
Contrihutions in Aid of Construction
Surplus - Balance January 1, 1953 $493. 1^+2. 55
Net Profit for the Tear 1953 15.052.00
Total Fund Balance and Surplus
Total Liahilities, Surplus & Funds
$963,194.74 73.353.40
508.194.55
$160,000.00
$1,544.742.69 SI. 704. 742. 69
BOND FOND - VATER - ISStJE OF I949
D 1 spo 3 itlon of Proceeds
Amoiint of Issue
Premium
Total Available
Expenditures:
During 1953
During Prior Tears
Total Expenditures to Date . . .
Unexpended Balance December 31. 1953
$200 . 000 . 00 3.364.00
$1,867.75 153.573.73
$203,364.00
$155.441.48 $47.922.52
Analysis of Above Expenditures
1953 Prior Trs.
Penacook Pumping Station $8,067.01
Purchase of Land $195.43 40.190.38
24" Main from Penacook Lake 1,672.32 104,761.59
Cost of Issuing Bonds 554.75
$1 .367. 75 $153.573.73
50 " " City of Concord
Total
$8,067.01
40.385,81
106.433.91
554.75
$155.441,48
WATEH fUHD
Statement of OperatlonB ?l8cal Tear Ending Decemter 3I, 1953
Operating Be venues
Commercial Sales - Flat Rate
Commercial Sales - Metered
Industrial Sales - Metered
Seles to Other Water Utilities
Miscellaneous Viater Revenues
Total Operating Revenues
Operating Expenses Water Supply;
bource of Supply Labor $3,789.66
Pumping Station Lator 15, 00?. '♦•3
Purification Lator l,69'4-.87
Miscellaneoixs Labor 1,958.88
Gravity System Supplies & Expenses 155.9^
Pumping Station Supplies & Expenses 2, 059.88
Purification System Supplies & Expenses 1,828.'4'5
Power Purchased 9,952.97
Repairs to Pumping Sta. Structvires & Equipment 1,239.83
Repairs to Purification Structures & Equipment ^.06
Distribution;
Distribution Labor $25,'*51.62
Meter Department Labor 3,755-03
Other Distribution Supplies & Expenses l,lW|..9i;
Repairs to Distribution Structures 253.03
Repairs to Mains 7,752.i^9
Repairs to Services 2,7^*^2.77
Repairs to Hydrants 5,163.53
Repairs to Meters 3.311.06
Administration;
Commercial Office Salaries $1,916.13
Meter Reading Salaries ^,&70.Qk
Commercial Supplier & SxT'enses 37^^.21
Salaries of Genersl Ofiicers 5,310.00
Salaries of General Office Clerks 3,110.00
General Office Expenses 296. 60
Repairs to General Office Structures & Equip.. 175.10
Other General Expenses 156. 83
Insurance 3,047.03
Stationery and Printing 9.14
Longevity, Annual and Sick Leaves 8,193.53
Retirement Fund Payments 7,105.06
Stores Department and Shop Expenses 872.^5
Garage Expenses 3 . 412 . 42
Fixed Charges;
Depreciation $36,iK)0.25
Taxes 44.04
Interest 2.887.50
Total Operating Expenses
Operating Income
t.'on-Operating Income;
Gain on Sale of Depreciated Assets
Interest on Investments
Other Interest Income
Miscellaneous
Total Mon-Operating Income
Ket Profit for the Year
$3,146.56
139,093.15
33,964.72
237.30
219.00
$176,660.73
$37,735.97
49,574.47
39,348.54
39.331.79
$1,322.57
2,025.15
10.56
1.023.76
161,590 -77 $10,669.96
4.382.04
Annual Report
51
PAE2ING METER RJND
Balance Sheet
December 31, 1953
Assets:
Due from General Fund
Investments (See Schedule Page '*7) Bond Eequirements
$'44,672.24
37,743.14
200,000.00
$282,415.^8
Liabilities:
Reserve for Encumhrances Bonded Deht
Unappropriated Surplus . .
$52,988.88
200,000.00
29.426.50
$282.tH5.38
Statement of Revenues & Expenditures
For the Tear Ending December 31, 1953
Cash Balance January 1. 1953
Revenues:
Meter Collections - Street Parking $^,516.33
Meter Collections - Off-Street Parking 2,756.86
Interest on Investments 835.01
Total Available
Expenditures;
Salaries:
Meter Repairs $627.03
Collections 515.21
Enforcement 13,047.5!+
Marking Streets 241.71
Accounting ^7.85
Supplies:
Meter Repair Parts $36.40
Other Keter Supplies 305-38
Enforcement 271. 35
Marking Streets 859-37
Accounting 10.19
Retirement Contributions.
Taxes, Insurance, Etc
Lighting
Parking Area Maintenance
Meter Maintenance - Overhauling
Debt Service
Capital Outlay:
Sorting & Counting Machine $624.91
Purchase & Construction of Parking Areas. 48.709.12
* Total Expenditxires
Cash Balance December 31. 1953
Less Reserve for Encumbrances
Unappropriated Surplus December 31. 1953 • • • .
* Street Parking $18,496.53
Off-street Parking 52,763-69
$71,260.22
$101,567.43
52,108.20
$153,675.60
$14,479.34
1,482.69 768.00 868.67 556.73 789.51 1,481.25 1,500.00
49,334.03
71,260.22
$82,415.38
52.988.88
$29.426.50
52
City of Concord
BOHD FUJID, PARKING AREAS - ISSDE OF 1953
Diaposltlon of ProceedB
For the Year Bnding December 31, 1953
Amount of Bond Issue $200,000.00
Premium on Sale of Bonds 672.33
Total Available $200,672.33
Expended:
No. State Street Lot $112,367.06
Freight Street Lot 88.305.2? 200.672.33
Unexpended Balance December 31 • 1953 -0-
Comblned Statement of Expenditures for Parking Areas
No. £>tate Street Lot Freight Street Lot ..
Low Avenue Lo t
Ford Avenue Lot
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Current Funds |
Cur. Funds |
Expended |
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$112,367.06 |
$28, 09*^.79 |
$57.50 |
$140,519.35 |
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88.305.27 |
12,2/^6.07 |
57.50 |
100,608.84 |
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6.280.82 $6,395.82 |
7.700.68 |
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$255,777.27 |
* See Statement of Expenditures on Opposite Page
BOND FUMD, GENERAL - ISSUE OF 1953
Disposition of Proceeds
For the Year Ending December 3I, 1953
Amount of Issue $700,000.00
Premium on Sale of Bonds 1 , 664. 38
State Highway Grants 57.072.50
Total Available $758,736.88
Expenditures:
Highway Construction
West Concord ?15,080.00
Boudreau Square 20,234.00
Main Street 179.939.'+7
Concord - Boscawen Bridge 21,549.00
West Concord - Peaacook Road 2.800.27 $239,602.74
Storm Sewer Construction
Concord Heights $3,280.80
West End Area 860.OO
Mo or eland Avenue 7.038.30 11,179.10
World War II Memorial 7,434.24
Piiblic Works - Building Modifications 3.941.36
Recreational Facilities
White Park $7,337.93
Rolfe Park 17,989.24
Garrison Park 5,6l6.4l
Rollins Park 6,122.70
Golf Course (Purchase) 6.000.00 43,066.28
New Equipment
Finance Department $3, 060.12
Public Works Department 59.211.55
Recreation Department 15.253.10 77.524.77
Cost of Issuing Bonds 1.745.30
Total Expenditures 384.493.79
Balance December 31, 1953 $374.243.09
Annual Report " " 53
CIVIC CALENDAR- 1954
Water and Sewer Hental Bills Payable Jan. 1-31
Passage of Municipal Budget On or "before Jan. 2?
Plumber ' s License Renewal Period March - April 1
Mailing of Property Inventory Forms On or "before Mar. 20
Census of Polls "by Police Dept March 22 - April
Dog Licenses Renewed April 1
Assessment Date— Property, Poll, & Head Taxes April 1
Junk Dealers' Licenses Renewed On or "before April 1
Retiim of Property Inventory Forms April 1-15
Veteran's Application for War Service Exemption .... April 1-15
Exemption Claim for the Blind April 1-15
Water and Sewer Rental Bills Payable April 1-30
Convalescent Homes' License Renewal Period ......... April 1-30
Bicycle Licenses Renewed April 3
Notice Posted of Tax Collector's Sale of Real Estate ... April 15 Pool, Billiard Table, Bowling and Ball Alleys,
and Music Machine Licenses Renewed On or before May 1
Milk Licenses Renewed May 1-31
Tax Collector's Sale (Interest Rate Increases After
Tnis Date From ijix to Eight Per Cent) May 20
Poll and Head Tax Warrants Submitted to Tax Collector. . .By June 1
Prop. Tax Warrant Submitted to Tax Coll On or before Jiily 1
Water and Sewer Rental Bills Payable July 1-31
Poll Tax Becomes Delinquent (20 Cent Cost to
be Added as of This Date) Sept. l6
Taxicab Licenses Renewed On or before Oct. 1
Water and Sewer Rental Bills Payable Oct. 1-31
Head Tax and Property Tax Become Delinquent (50 Cent Penalty Added to Head Tax and Six
Per Cent Interest to Property Tax as of This Date) Dec. 2
City Council Meetings 7:00 P.M., 2nd Mon. each month
Planning Board Meetings 7:30 P.M., 1st Tues. each month
Library Board Meetings 7:30 P.M., it-th Mon. each month
Personnel Advisory Board Meetings .... at request of City Manager
or on call of any member
Trustees of Trust Fund Meetings upon call of City Treasurer
Board of Assessors upon call of full-time Assessor
Board of Building Appeal upon call of Building Inspector
Board of Health upon call of Chairman
Zoning Board of Adjustment upon call of Chairman
Board of Plxunbing Examiners upon call of Plumbing Inspector
Board of Revision of Special Assessments . . upon call of Chairman Recreation Advisory Council upon call of Chairman
54 " " City of Concord
INDEX
Page Page
New Hcunpshire Trails 2 Recreation & Parks Department. 20
Your City Officials - 1953- ^ Welfare Department 23
Manager's Letter 6 Civil Defense Zk
City Council 7 Municipal Court 25
City Clerk 8 Liljrary 26
Planning Department 10 Police Department 28
Assessing Department 12 Fire Department 30
Finance Department 14 Water Department 32
Health Department l6 Public Works & Eng. Depts. . . . Jk
Legal Department 18 Zoning, Building, Plumbing ... 37
Municipal Airport 19 Civic Calendar - 1954 54
Financial Tables
Combined Balance Sheet - General and Related Funds 38
General Fund - Statement of Current S\irplu8 40
Statement of Long Term Debt UO
General Fund - Statement of Revenues 4l
General Fund - Statement of Appropriations and Expenditures ... 42
Statement of Assessments for 1953 46
Trust Funds - Statement of Changes in Balances 47
Schedvde of Investments - All Funds 47
Tax Accounts hQ
Sanitary Sewer Fund 49
Water Fund 50
Parking Meter Fund 52
Bond Fund - Parking Areas 53
Bond Fund - General 53
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