Ward 3A Councilor
Peter A. Lachapelle
Age: 44
Rochester res. 39 yrs.
Occupation: major account manager, Waste Management of N.H.
Public Experience: City Councilor, Planning Board rep, Zoning Board of Adjustment (chairman), Waterfront Development Comm.

-If elected, what is the top goal you would like to see accomplished? 

I would like to see the continued growth of commercial development.  

-What kinds of new businesses would you like to see in Rochester? 

I would like to attract commercial office space for professional services and high tech, requiring a skilled labor force. With dwindling commercial space to our south, Rochester is in a very good position for future growth.

-How much do you think the city should invest in the Riverwalk project, to connect the northern and southern sections of the city?  

Funding the River Walk should come from donations, grants and fundraising.  No Rochester tax dollars.

-Would you support a request from the Police Department to add more fulltime officers to its staff?

Yes, if this would help the department become more proactive. 

-What would you do to promote the arts in Rochester and support the city’s growing artistic community? 

The Rochester Opera House has become a destination and brings patrons to our downtown. I want to continue to support Rochester Main Street, which will help revitalize the downtown. I would also like to see the empty buildings in our downtown rehabilitated with a mix of commercial and residential space.

-What is your favorite event at the Rochester Fair?  

I personally enjoy walking through the exhibits and the harness racing.