It is imperative for public officials to make themselves available to constituents. I will take the time to meet with West Side residents and listen to their ideas, address their concerns, and answer any questions they may have. I plan to be as transparent as possible in my actions through the use of social media and other public platforms. I will provide straightforward summaries after each BMA meeting to ensure that my constituents are informed about the current happenings in Manchester. I also plan to host monthly public meetings at various locations across Ward 12 in order to give residents an opportunity to meet with me one-on-one.

Among the biggest challenges in a city, economic or not, the common denominator is always the money. The general thinking is as follows: either make cuts or increase taxes to bring more money in. However, neither option is favorable, as cuts can make things worse and increasing taxes is not always necessary. Because of this, it is imperative to seek out funding in a variety of places. If elected Alderman, I would advocate for the hiring of a full-time grant writer. Many cities employ grant-writers to help bring in funding from outside sources. This could help Manchester avoid unnecessary tax increases on residents, while also not compromising on great programs and initiatives.

The size: Manchester’s size is an asset. It is large enough to offer a diverse consumer-base but small enough for local and large businesses alike to make a meaningful impact on the city.

The economy: Manchester’s economy is thriving. We have many new businesses popping up downtown and new technology companies across the Millyard. Many investors and entrepreneurs are starting to notice Manchester as an up-and-coming hub to launch or continue their businesses.

Collaborative community approach: People in the community are willing to help each other out, and there are many organizations across the city to help ensure your business will succeed. There is a prevalent sense of collaboration across the city.

Some people would say the solution is to hire more police officers or close down Safe Station, but I believe it is important to recognize that our city cannot solve this issue alone. This means continual advocacy at the state and federal level to ensure Manchester is getting the adequate funding we need to combat both homelessness and the opioid crisis. For far too long, Manchester has not received the necessary funding to effectively care for our homeless population, which has led to the rising levels of individuals we see on city streets and in our parks. Our city simply does not currently have adequate shelter space, affordable housing, or outreach workers to most effectively help the homeless population get back on their feet. The situation is multi-faceted and requires collaboration from many organizations and departments across the city, but I believe that first and foremost we must be advocating at the state & federal level in order to ensure we have the necessary resources to tackle the problem.

Absolutely. Cities and states across the country have already started to feel the effects of climate change. What will our community look like in 30 years if we don’t make changes now? It has become increasingly important to take steps today that will help to prepare our communities for tomorrow and for the future generations to come. It will require proactive initiatives such as the one implemented in Concord to help work towards reducing the effects of climate change. Establishing a committee and drafting a plan would ensure that Manchester has a viable and affordable path towards renewable energy.

Cell 603-203-8123 email, Khirschmann@manchesternh.gov I visit constituents’ homes frequently when asked. I helped modernize our trash collection, by using automation. This saves us hundreds of thousands of dollars in worker’s compensation claims. Next, I want to employ weekly cleanup crews that go ward to ward, different weeks to start clean ward initiatives.

We remain a city with old buildings ripe for renewal, which is drawing interest from many developers. The caution should be pricing our city “out of development “ due to impact fees and hidden costs to developers. Those are killers, and actually cause developmental sprawl to outlying areas like Hooksett and Bedford, ultimately harming our growth.

Firstly, our local colleges are strong and constantly graduating tech, medical and financial workers. Our local business community is vibrant providing services without sales or income taxes. Next, our tax cap provides the stability in assessment of their property, which translates into budget and profit stability. Lastly, I would emphasize the strength of our Airport, which many large corporations rely heavily on for cargo and employer travel. BAE Systems just decided that Manchester is a worthy home based on our dynamic business climate.

Stop welcoming addicts here from around the State. Downsize Safe Station to those who live here. Outreach workers must engage those with mental health problems to get them into a psychiatric care facility.

Having short-term energy goals is much more realistic. Technology changes at a very quick pace. We should entertain small achievable projects like solar and thermal. Small gains without tying the hands of future alderman and taxpayers is smarter.