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Keene reports revenue up; council awards engineering contract for downtown revitalization grant

Keene City Council · May 8, 2026
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Summary

City Finance Director Mara Lam reported year-to-date revenue about $4.9 million—roughly 11% over budget—and noted water/sewer pressures due to pump failures; the council also voted to award engineering and application services for a $1 million downtown revitalization grant to the highest-scoring firm, Jacob & Martin.

Keene's finance director reported improved year-to-date revenue and also flagged water and sewer pressures; the council separately approved an engineering services contract tied to the city's downtown revitalization grant application.

Finance Director Mara Lam told the council year-to-date revenue stood at $4,900,409.13, which she described as "11% over our budget" and roughly 16% higher than the same fiscal period last year. Lam attributed the…

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