LACONIA — Mayor Andrew Hosmer was celebrated Monday night during his final council meeting, with city leaders highlighting his role in downtown revitalization and the restoration of the Colonial Theatre.

Hosmer resigned his position during the council's regular meeting. He’ll move on to Lebanon in Grafton County, where he’s set to serve as that city’s manager.

Hosmer was elected to the office of mayor three times, succeeding Edward J. Engler, and previously served on the Laconia City Council representing Ward 6.

“Since the opening of the Colonial [Theatre], at that time the value of the Downtown [Tax Increment Financing] District was $108 million — it’s currently estimated at $148 million, that’s an increase of 37% and about $40 million. The Downtown [TIF district] generates $1.6 millio

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