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Council recommends expanding VocTech/Hewitt programming to meet local labor demand
Laconia City Council · March 19, 2026
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Summary
Councilors urged an expansion of vocational and evening programming at the Hewitt (VoTech) center to supply plumbers, electricians and other trades needed for local development and to create career pathways for young residents.
Councilors identified vocational training as a near-term priority to supply skilled tradespeople for local construction and employer needs. Multiple speakers pointed to the Hewitt vocational center as a local asset to be expanded into evening and…
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