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Selectboard asks Planning Commission to review sidewalk dining rules

Town of Manchester Selectboard · May 5, 2026

Summary

The Selectboard discussed making Chapter XIII, Section 13-13 (sidewalk dining) more cohesive and permanent, and requested the Planning Commission provide suggestions at its May 12 meeting for review on May 19.

Selectboard Chair Ivan Beattie reviewed the history of sidewalk dining and the board discussed how use of Town sidewalks for dining affects pedestrian traffic. Members said a more permanent and cohesive ordinance is needed.

The board formally asked the Planning Commission to offer comments and suggestions; the Planning Commission is scheduled to meet on May 12. The Selectboard will review any Planning Commission recommendations at its next meeting on May 19. The minutes do not record specific proposed ordinance language or a timetable for drafting amendments.

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