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We as a Board should work to make Brian proud in these areas. Another passion of Brian’s was the New
England Patriots and we shared my season tickets for several years watching many victories and being
there to unfurl several Super Bowl Banners. Many games were enjoyed with his family members and
friends at Gillette Stadium. Brian’s last night with us included a fantastic Patriot's Victory over Aaron
Rogers and the Green Bay Packers, which brought a great smile to Brian’s face. Shortly after that game,
we lost our Board President, our mentor and our very good friend. This tribute we share tonight is the very
least we could do to honor such a great man. We will all miss you Brian.”
RECOGNITION PERIOD
R-19-112
Endorsers: Mayor Jim Donchess
Board of Aldermen
RECOGNIZING BRIAN S. MCCARTHY AND HIS DEDICATION AND SERVICE TO
THE CITY OF NASHUA
Given its first reading;
There being no objection, President Wilshire suspended the rules to allow for a second reading
of R-19-112
MOTION BY ALDERMAN O’BRIEN FOR FINAL PASSAGE OF R-19-112
ON THE QUESTION
Alderman O’Brien
Resolution R-19-112 Recognizing Brian S. McCarthy And His Dedication And Service To The City Of
Nashua.
In the Year 2019 Resolved by the Board of Aldermen and the City of Nashua that the Mayor and the Board
of Aldermen recognize Brian S. McCarthy for his years of service and the valuable contributions to the City
of Nashua.
Brian began his political career as a member of the Zoning Board of Adjustment from 1993 to1994. He
served as a member of the Board of Aldermen for 25 years from 1994 to 2018. As Ward 5 Alderman and
Alderman-at-Large his Aldermanic Colleagues elected him to serve as Alderman President 5 times and
Aldermanic Vice President 2 times. Brian served as Aldermanic President from 2004 to 2005, 2010 to
2013 and 2016 to 2018; and as Vice President from 2008 to 2009 and 2014 to 2015. Brian was a member
of many standing committees including: Budget Review Committee for 10 years; Finance Committee 2
years; Committee of Infrastructure 4 years; Joint Special School Board Committee 25 years:
Personnel/Administrative Affairs Committee 4 years; Pennichuck Water Special Committee 12 years;
Planning & Economic Development Committee 18 years.
Brian was also a significant contributor to the Business and Industrial Development Authority and the
Downtown Improvement Committee.
Brian’s successes are too numerous to list but one especially stands out. Brian’s leadership as Chair of the
High School Building Committee resulted in the construction of the two finest high schools in the State of
New Hampshire being completed on time and millions of dollars under budget.
Brian’s love for the City of Nashua was well-known and the City will deeply miss his knowledge,
commitment and presence.
