FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I get information about the new (beginning May 12) trash collection system?
Please click here to view the postcard mailed to all City residents.
Please click here to view the 6-page brochure that contains a complete explanation of the program!
What should I do if I see someone dumping trash along the road?
Illegally dumping trash is dangerous, unsightly and costly to pick up. If you see someone dumping trash in Rochester, please do us all a favor and call 330-7127 to report it. Thank You!!!
Is a map of Rochester on-line?
We have included copies of Rochester zoning maps and a map of the city showing voting ward boundaries and voting locations on this WEB site. To look at the maps you will need to have Adobe software on your computer, which is available for free on the internet. Please note that the map files are large and may take a fairly long time to download. Once you have downloaded them, you can enlarge them by clicking on the "+" button. You will need to enlarge it several times in order to be able to read the street names. Voting locations are shown by a large star on the map and the addresses are shown on the legend in the lower right corner of the map. To download the voting ward map click here. To download the zoning map for the entire city, click here. To download the zoning map insert, enlarging the central portion of the city, click here.
Can I reach the Cable Company through this office?
No. The MetroCast's telephone number is 332-5466
Can I reach the Registry of Motor Vehicles through this office?
No. The Registry of Motor Vehicles telephone number is 335-1167.
How do I get in touch with the Mayor?
The telephone number for the Mayor is 335-3431. Click here to send an E-Mail.
How do I get in touch with my City Councilor?
Please click here for a list of all City Councilors, the Ward they represent, their addresses, phone numbers, and their E-Mail.
How do I get a stop sign/speed limit sign or street light placed on my road?
A letter must be written and sent to the City Manager at Rochester City Hall, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867. The letter will be presented at the next City Council meeting, which is the first Tuesday of the month. The request is then referred to the Public Safety Committee. The request is brought back before the Council for recommendation and vote
When does the Veteran's Representative come to Rochester?
The NH Veteran's Council Representative has office hours in Rochester on the second and fourth Friday of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon in the Council Chambers in City Hall.
Where do I get a Recycling Bin?
From the Department of Public Works, 45 Old Dover Road, Rochester, NH 03867. There is a $5.00 fee to cover the cost of the bin.
What is the population of Rochester?
According to the 2006 estimates the population is just over 30,000. Rochester is the largest city in the Seacoast!
Who are my State Legislators and how do I reach them?
Click here for a listing of State representatives and the Senator representing Rochester.
Where do I get Event Permits, Tag Permits, and Banner Permits?
You must come into the City Manager's Office to fill out an application. Processing the applications takes approximately one week. Then you must come in to pick up the permit.
When is Halloween "trick or treat" celebrated?
Halloween "trick or treat" is always celebrated on October 30 between the hours of 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
When is the Rochester Fair?
The Rochester Fair is always in September. Click here to go to their WEB site for specific date and entertainment information.
How can I get the Police Department to monitor a street for speeders?
Contact the Rochester Police Department at 330-7121 and request that they monitor the street for speeders.
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