City of Dover

This strategic plan for the Office of Information Technology of the City of Dover, New Hampshire, outlines its vision, mission, core values, and five key goals for 2022-2027. The plan aims to ensure responsive municipal service delivery, uphold high industry standards for services, effectively communicate with the community, maintain financial stability, and support workforce development. It seeks to position IT as a trusted partner that provides accessible technology, accurate data for decision-making, and secure, reliable information technology systems and services for both municipal staff and the community.

This Master Plan chapter for the City of Dover outlines a comprehensive land use strategy to guide future growth and development while preserving natural resources and community character. It is built upon eight vision pillars focused on fostering an engaged community, urban vibrancy with connected neighborhoods and open spaces, a thriving downtown, affordable housing, expanded economic opportunities, a robust multimodal transportation system, high-quality schools and cultural activities, and resilient, environmentally focused infrastructure. The plan details strategies for the Downtown, Integrated Development Areas, and various residential zones, aiming to balance growth with preservation, support affordability, and enhance the quality of life for all residents.

This document is the City of Dover's 2026 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Update, aiming to reduce long-term risks to human life and property from identified hazards. The plan focuses on minimizing loss and disruption due to natural, technological, and human-caused events, enhancing public protection through education, and promoting continuous mitigation planning. It also addresses the challenges of climate change as they pertain to increasing hazard risks and seeks to strengthen continuity of essential services. The plan identifies 23 specific hazards across these categories.

This document is the City of Dover CDBG Program's proposed FY27 Action Plan, outlining activities and projects to be funded with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. It serves as an implementation tool for the broader FY26-FY30 Consolidated Plan. The plan focuses on five key goals: Access to Services, Barrier Removal and Transportation, Affordable Housing, Public Improvements, and Economic Development. Funding is allocated across Public Services, Public Facilities, Economic Development, and Administration categories to address homelessness, housing needs, and economic opportunities for low and moderate-income persons.

This planning document outlines a vision for creating a walk-friendly community in Dover, focusing on pedestrian and transit-oriented wayfinding. It identifies essential elements such as integrated planning, safety-focused street design, enhanced transportation choices, and mixed-use development linked to public spaces. The plan emphasizes the economic and social benefits of a walkable downtown, highlighting strategies like developing a comprehensive wayfinding system and utilizing placemaking to leverage Dover's unique assets, despite existing walkability challenges. The document encourages stakeholders to collaborate in realizing this community vision.