FAQs

Publication: Many of the central ideas embodied in the RAISE Manchester project harken back to the city’s 2006 Downtown Strategic Development plan and were also articulated more recently in the 2021 Manchester Master Plan.  Between 2017 and 2020, multiple studies, initiatives, brainstorming sessions and public charrettes have culminated in the recommendations that the RAISE Manchester plan […]

Publication: The project will complete a critical connection at the center of Manchester providing connectivity between the Rockingham Recreational Trail, to the Piscataquog Rail Trail, and the South Manchester Rail Trail to the Riverwalk. See a map here.

Publication: Yes. In fact, one of the key missions of this project is to ensure modes of transportation other than motor vehicles, including pedestrians and bicyclists, are offered the same level of connectivity created by the new roads. There will be pedestrian- and bike-accessible sidewalks on two new roads and bridges (South Commercial Street Extension and […]

Publication: Yes, the new signals that will be installed at the Granite Street intersection will be upgraded to detect bicyclists in addition to motorists.

Publication: A shared-use path is a two-way, curbed path along a roadway that is wider than a standard sidewalk and prioritizes safety and usability. They are designed to provide enough space for pedestrians and cyclists to navigate the path at the same time. Conversely, sidewalks that are no wider than six feet are generally limited to […]

Publication: Yes, the pedestrian infrastructure, including the new pedestrian bridge over Granite Street, will be fully accessible, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Publication: No. All the proposed new roadways are possible without any impacts to existing buildings.

Publication: No businesses will be closed or negatively impacted by the construction of the project. In fact, the new infrastructure is expected to boost the local economy and spur new development as residents gain greater access to the southern part of downtown and the South Millyard area.

Publication: Yes. You can send us your questions and comments here, or you can attend public meetings, which will be announced on this site and through other channels. You may also call and leave a voice message at (603) 212-5107.