City Councilor Amanda Grady Sexton

07/28/2026

🚨🩸 Give Blood. Save Lives. Right Here in

Did you know there are multiple opportunities to donate blood in Concord over the coming days and weeks?

Just one blood donation can help save multiple lives, and summer is often one of the most challenging times of year to maintain an adequate blood supply. Right now, the American Red Cross has declared a crisis and is encouraging all eligible donors to make an appointment as hospitals continue to face increased demand.

To find upcoming blood drives in Concord and schedule an appointment, visit the link in the comments. Some events include a small gift for your time.

Thank you to everyone in our community who rolls up their sleeve to help neighbors they’ll never meet. Your generosity truly saves lives!! ❤️

07/24/2026

Join us for our 2026 event on Tuesday, August 4, 5-8 p.m. in Rollins Park!

This event is for all ages and is held across the country to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, strengthen neighborhood and community police relationships, and to send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back on crime.

Bring the whole family down and be part of this community event. There is no cost to enter. Parking is free at Rundlett Middle School with complimentary shuttle service to the park. This year’s festivities will include music, police and fire equipment, K9 demonstrations, touch-a-truck, and so much more. Numerous businesses from around the community will be set up in booths to make people aware of the services they have available.
Concord NH Police Department

07/16/2026

East Concord friends - can you help share?

Where is home ⁉️
I was out enjoying the sunshine and a lively jaunt down Oak Hill Rd, until Concord PD busted me for wandering without tags and brought me to the shelter.
Male without collar and no microchip
If you know where I belong, please contact the shelter at 603-856-8756 or [email protected]

07/15/2026

Let’s pack the stands this Thursday evening ….come support the All Star Team playing at Grappone against Tilton-North. Bring the whole family and enjoy and evening of fun….even grab dinner or snacks at Grandma’s Goodies Snack Shack!

07/15/2026

I know many Concord residents like myself are experiencing sticker shock after receiving their preliminary 2026 property assessments. The most important thing to understand is that a higher assessment does not automatically mean your property tax bill will increase by the same percentage.

A revaluation does not create additional tax revenue for the City, schools or county. Its purpose is to update properties to current market value and determine how the overall tax burden is distributed among property owners.

Here is a simple example:

Suppose a home was previously assessed at $300,000 and the tax rate was $30 per $1,000. The tax bill would be:

$300,000 ÷ 1,000 × $30 = $9,000

Now suppose the home’s assessment doubles to $600,000, but property values across the entire city also double. If the amount of money that needs to be raised through taxes stays the same, the tax rate would drop to about $15 per $1,000.

The tax bill would still be:

$600,000 ÷ 1,000 × $15 = $9,000

That is why you should not multiply your new assessment by last year’s tax rate. It will almost certainly produce an inflated estimate.

What matters for your individual tax bill is:

* How much your property’s value changed compared with the citywide average; and
* The total amount of money that must be raised through the City, school district, county, and State Education Property Tax.

If your home increased by about the same percentage as the citywide average, the reassessment itself should not significantly change your share of the tax burden. If it increased more than average, your share may increase. If it increased less than average, your share may decrease.

We won’t know the new tax rate until the fall, after all assessments are finalized and the budgets for the City, schools, county, and state education are complete.

I also want to acknowledge what many people are feeling. I believe property taxes are already too high. Families and seniors are under real financial pressure, and these are challenging economic times. That’s why I advocated for a 0% tax increase during this year’s budget process, just as I did last year. Regardless of where the final tax rate lands, I remain committed to doing everything I can to keep taxes as affordable as possible while maintaining the core services our community relies on.

Finally, remember that the notices being mailed are preliminary assessments. If you believe Vision has incorrect information about your home - such as its size, condition, number of rooms, finished space, or other characteristics - please review your notice carefully. It includes instructions for scheduling an informal review with Vision. You may also contact the Concord Assessing Office with questions. It’s much easier to correct factual errors now than after the assessments are finalized.

The increase on your assessment notice is understandably concerning, but it is not your tax bill. We’ll have a much clearer picture once the tax rate is set this fall.

07/12/2026

Applications are being accepted for the City of Concord’s Event Arts Grant Program, which provides funds in support of arts-focused community events. View our webpage for full information & guidelines: www.concordnh.gov/eventartsgrant.

07/03/2026

06/28/2026

It is hard to put into words what Mark Ciborowski meant to Concord.

I had the privilege of working alongside Mark during the Main Street redevelopment project, and it remains one of my favorite experiences in public service. Mark cared deeply about every detail - not because he wanted recognition, but because he genuinely loved this city and wanted it to thrive for generations to come.

His passion for preserving Concord’s history while embracing thoughtful progress helped shape the downtown we enjoy today. He saw possibility where others saw obstacles, and he inspired so many people to invest their time, talent, and heart into making Concord better.

Mark’s legacy is written into the buildings he restored, the projects he championed, and the vibrant downtown he loved so much. But perhaps his greatest legacy is the example he set: that one person, armed with kindness, vision, and an unwavering love for their community, can make an extraordinary difference.

Thank you, Mark, for everything you gave to Concord. It was an honor to work with you, and our city is better because of you. You will be deeply missed.

At first, Mark Ciborowski was skeptical of plans to tear up and narrow Concord’s downtown thoroughfare. By the end, he was bringing lunch to the construction crews, and threw them a party when the work was done. When rehabilitation of the Capital Center of the Arts was underway, the initial though...

04/04/2026

Thank you to Deputy Chief Elisa Folsom and Deputy Chief Mark Hebert for more than two decades of dedication to the Concord, NH Fire Department and to the people of our city. Your leadership, compassion, and commitment have shaped not only the department, but the culture of care and service that our community relies on every day.

I also want to extend a special thank you for your service on the Public Safety Advisory Board. Your insight, experience, and steady presence have been invaluable in helping us make thoughtful, informed decisions to keep safe.

The stories shared this week made clear what so many of us already know: this department is a family, and both of you have been at the heart of it. The respect you have for one another, and the way you’ve supported your colleagues over the years, is something truly special.

Wishing you both strength as you focus on your health, and joy in the time ahead with your families. Your impact on this city will be felt for years to come!

Two deputy chiefs of Concord Fire Department retire after battling cancer. Their friendship and dedication leave a lasting legacy.