The WFEA Morning Update

Assessments, Veterans, and Public Land: Mayor Jay Ruais Unpacks the Latest Board Decisions
Assessments, Veterans, and Public Land: Mayor Jay Ruais Unpacks the Latest Board Decisions

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais stops by the studio to speak with host Jeff Chidester after the latest Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting to outline key policy moves affecting the Queen City.

Mayor Ruais walks listeners through the city’s latest property revaluations, addressing resident concerns around tax rate adjustments versus market valuations.

The discussion turns to the city’s targeted efforts to support homeless veterans through coalition partnerships and housing stability programs, followed by an update on local discussions regarding state property, including ongoing developments around the Sununu Youth Services Center site. Ruais highlights how City Hall continues to balance fiscal responsibility with community investments across Manchester.

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