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Westford Facilities Assessment Project Needs You

The Town of Westford is calling on residents to help shape the future of its public facilities through the Westford Facilities Assessment Project. Residents are encouraged to attend a public input session to provide their feedback.  

The first Community Conversation has already taken place. The topic was “Establish Need, Bold Goals & Customer Experience.” Click Here to see WestfordCAT’s recording of this event. You can not only watch the video but also take part in the survey!

The second session, focusing on “What Ifs & Asset Utilization,” is on Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 6:00 p.m. To register for the Zoom Session Click Here. The third session, “Draft Masterplan Feedback,” is on Saturday, April 5, at 10:00 a.m. These sessions will be held in the Millennium Building, 23 Depot Street and virtually.

Visit the project webpage to learn more about the project and to view the initial findings videos.

Specialized Energy Code Information Session on Feb. 6

The town is sponsoring an information session about the Specialized Energy Code, both in person and via Zoom, featuring representatives from the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) as well as town staff and members of the Clean Energy and Sustainability Committee.

These experts will present information and answer questions about the proposed Annual Town Meeting warrant article that asks Town Meeting to adopt the Specialized Energy Code “for the purpose of regulating the design and construction of buildings for the effective use of energy and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.”

The CEASC has asked the Select Board to co-sponsor this warrant article for the March 22nd Annual Town Meeting. The proposed new regulations will place additional requirements on new construction of residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal buildings.

The hybrid meeting will be in the Millennium Building, 23 Depot Street (behind Abbot School). Register Here to participate remotely.

You can also submit a question or comment online.

Both the town’s website and the state’s FAQ webpage have extensive information about the Specialized code

Resident Input Wanted for Use of Town’s Opioid Abatement Funds

In 2023-2024 the Town received $280,398 in Massachusetts Opioid Abatement Funds and will receive additional funds annually through fiscal year 2037. The following initiatives aim to engage residents in shaping how these funds are used to address the opioid crisis and support substance use prevention efforts within the community.

1. Online survey to collect feedback and ideas. Residents can fill out the survey Here. 
2. Suggestion cards to also collect feedback and ideas. Available at the J.V. Fletcher Library, 50 Main St.; Town Hall, 55 Main St.; and Westford Police Department, 53 Main St. 

For more information, contact Community Wellness Coordinator Nicole Laviolette at nlaviolette@westfordma.gov.

New Town Hours for the New Year

As of January 6, 2025, the town implemented new operating hours at Town Hall as part of a six-month pilot program aimed at enhancing accessibility and better serving residents. The hours are:

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

The revised schedule offers evening hours for those who cannot visit Town Hall during regular daytime hours. It reflects a commitment to improving customer service and supporting employee recruitment and retention.

If you are interested in running for Public Office, there are Positions open

Nomination papers are now available at the Town Clerk’s office for positions on the six boards and committees on the May 6th town election ballot. Pick up the papers at the Town Clerk’s office in Town Hall or contact the office at townclerk@westfordma.org or 978-692-5515 to request they be emailed to you. 

In order to appear on the May 6th town election ballot, nomination papers must be signed by at least 50 registered Westford voters and returned to the Clerk’s office by Tuesday, March 18 at 5:00 p.m. 

Click Here to see a list of open positions and people who have already taken out papers.

You may also want to get some pointers by reading the League’s “Guide to Running for Local Office” and watching the League’s “Getting Involved in Town Government”.