Town Council approves dog licensing fees and discusses Kiwanis 5K race budget

The Hooksett Town Council meeting on July 9, 2025, focused on two main topics: the approval of the civil forfeiture process for dog licensing and the scheduling of the Kiwanis 5K road race.

The council unanimously approved a motion to implement the civil forfeiture process for dog licensing for the year 2025, as presented by the town clerk. This process aims to encourage dog owners to register their pets promptly, with fees set at $6.50 for spayed or neutered dogs and $9 for those that are not. Senior citizens and owners of five or more dogs can benefit from reduced rates. The town clerk emphasized the importance of registration and noted that reminders would be sent out via email and posted on the town's website.

In addition, the council addressed the Kiwanis 5K road race scheduled for September 20. This event had been tabled at the previous meeting due to budget concerns. After reviewing the necessary information, the council voted to remove the item from the table, allowing for further discussion on the event's funding and logistics.

Overall, the meeting underscored the council's commitment to community engagement through events like the Kiwanis 5K while ensuring compliance with local regulations regarding pet ownership. The next steps include finalizing the details for the road race and continuing to promote dog registration to avoid future forfeiture issues.