Significant budget cuts were a hot topic at the Hooksett Town Council meeting on June 11, 2025, as officials discussed staffing changes across various departments aimed at saving the town over $22,000.

The proposed adjustments include a reduction of $31,000 in the highway division and a $15 increase in the parks, recreation, and cemetery division. Additionally, the recycling transfer division will see a decrease of $7,001.11. Notably, staffing for special events will be trimmed, saving $9,632 by eliminating parking assistance for events like Light Up the Village and National Night Out, and reducing trash pickup staff for Old Home Day to just two employees.

Another significant measure discussed was the plan to close the transfer station two Saturdays each month during the spring, summer, and fall, which is projected to save an estimated $19,003.71.

While these cuts aim to streamline operations and reduce costs, some council members expressed concerns about the impact on community events. One member voiced that cutting resources for these gatherings might not be the best approach, highlighting the importance of maintaining support for community engagement.

As the council moves forward, the implications of these budgetary decisions will be closely watched, particularly regarding their effects on community events and services.