May 2019 Portsmouth Water System PFC Sampling Update
May 28, 2019The City of Portsmouth’s water supply staff continue to monitor all of our public water supply sources for Perfluorinated compounds (PFAS) every six months. The following report details the most recent analysis of the Portsmouth supply sources taken in April 2019.
Memorial Day closures and events
May 27, 2019City Hall, Public Works, the Senior Activity Center, the Indoor Pool and Portsmouth Public Schools will be closed on Monday, May 27th in recognition of Memorial Day. The Library will be closed over the entire weekend (May 25th – May 27th) and will continue to be closed on Sundays during the summer until after Labor Day weekend.
Permeable surface material being fitted to trees in Market Square
May 22, 2019Public Works crews are currently placing new, permeable surface material around trees in front of the new Tuscan Market as well as the North Church. The permeable surface around this tree is made from recycled materials. The surface is highly porous, allowing approximately 5,800 to 6,300 gallons of water to pass through per hour, per square foot. This greatly reduces water runoff, and allows the trees to uptake more water throughout the year. This material also minimizes compaction in the root zone of the tree, and does not allow trash to pass through.
Overnight work occurring at Peirce Island Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) this week
May 21, 2019Methuen and the City are conducting night work at the Peirce Island WWTF from Wednesday into Thursday from midnight to 3 AM. This work is being done to perform construction in the primary clarifier effluent D-box. There will be lights, equipment, pumps and generators on-site.
Planning Department announces Open Space Plan and upcoming public meetings
May 20, 2019The City’s Open Space Plan will aim to improve public access to, increase use and stewardship of, and improve connectivity between open space assets city-wide. The Plan will support the Master Plan goal of managing existing and acquiring additional open spaces for passive recreation and environmental preservation.
First phase of Islington Street Corridor Project beginning May 20th
May 20, 2019Construction work on the first phase of the Islington Street Corridor Project is expected to commence on May 20th. Public Works will be posting details on detour routes, weekly construction activity and more on the project website.
Sponsored Zagster bike stations now installed and operating
May 20, 2019This spring, the City announced the expansion of their Zagster bike share fleet thanks to sponsorships offered by several local businesses; these new stations have now been installed to total&n
Household Hazardous Waste Day is Saturday, May 18th
May 18, 2019Bring the household hazardous waste products a to the Department of Public Works facility at 680 Peverly Hill Road for safe disposal between 8 a.m. and noon. Residents must show proof of residency. NO LATEX PAINT will be accepted at this collection event.
COAST announces public meetings to review new bus service concept for 2020
May 13, 2019COAST has been taking a fresh look at the best way to meet the region's changing transportation needs, and every voice is needed at the table. Public transit design impacts businesses, employers, workers, agencies, educators, students, visitors, and more. After conducting a survey in late 2018, COAST has created a service concept for 2020 that they are seeking further thoughts on. COAST is encouraging the public to attend one of several meetings in the seacoast area as they work to redesign their services for 2020.
Construction of Middle Street sidewalks beginning week of May 6th
May 6, 2019The Spinney Road sidewalks are now complete, and crews are beginning work on Middle Street the week of May 6th. As part of this project the City is also replacing the sidewalks on Middle Street from Aldrich Road to Willard Ave. The existing sidewalk will be replaced with a concrete surface.