National Grid Work on Forge Village Road

Neil Dorun, an Arborist with National Grid, contacted our Tree Warden Steve Cronin to let us know that they are in the planning stages of a capital project to replace conductor lines along Forge Village Road, from Flagg Road to Town Farm Road. As part of ...

October 16, 2021 Special Town Meeting Results Available Online

2021 Veteran's Day Ceremony Information

2021 Veteran's Day Ceremony

 Veteran's Day is a special date set aside to honor all veterans and those currently serving in the military.

 On Thursday, November 11th, 2021, the town of Westford will be hosting a ceremony to honor all those...

Westford Power Options Program Update (Electric Aggregation)

Westford Power Options Program is offered by the Town to residents and businesses to increase electricity supply choices. You can find more information on the program website MassCEA.com/Westford.

The program periodically sends enrollmen...

Town Manager's Newsletter October 2021

The Town Manager's Newsletter for October 2021 is now available to read via the link below.

REMINDER! Special Town Meeting on 10/16 at 1PM

Our town meeting will be held at the Westford Academy Trustees field on Saturday 10/16 at 1:00pm. Rain date is Sunday 10/17 at 10:00am.

Please note this important time change for our special town meeting. We are hoping voters can arrive half an hour early ...

Town of Westford Health Department Flu Clinic Schedule

Flu Clinic Schedule

The Health Department is offering two drive-through flu clinics this month.

Both clinics are located at the ….

Location: Westford Water Department

Address: 60 Forge Village Road

Dates: October 14 and 28.

When: Thursday evenings from 4 to 7 p...

How to Navigate the Westford Health Department Flu Shot Clinic Scheduling website

The Cameron Senior Center in cooperation with the Westford Health Department has produced the following video to help aid Seniors in booking their Flu Shot Clinic appointments. Feel free to follow along, and pause the video whenever you need to. Make sure...

Parks & Recreation for Grades K-8

We've got you covered during School Professional Development Day

Tuesday, October 12, for Grades K-8

Join Parks & Rec for apple picking and a corn maze at Lanni Orchards in Lunenburg, Ma, followed by an afternoon of hiking, sports and games, an...

Statement from the Board of Health re: Face Coverings

Statement from the Board of Health re: Face Coverings

Brush Chipping Collection October 2nd

Brush Chipping on October 2

When: Saturday, October 2, 2021, 10:30 am – 4:30 pm

Location: Westford Highway Garage, 28 North Street

Important Covid-19 protocol: Residents are required to wear masks and social distance. Please unload your brush as di...

Board of Health Face Coverings Effective October 1

On September 22, 2021 the Board of Health voted to adopt an indoor mask mandate effective October 1st, 2021.

Please see the attached documents for additional information.

Memo regarding the Indoor Mask MandateIndoor Mask Mandate

Read on...

Electronics & More event on Saturday, Sept. 25

WESTFORD RESIDENTS ONLY 

This event will be held at the Westford Highway Garage at 28 North Street, Westford, MA and will feature the successful traffic flow redesigned for the November 2020 event featuring 50% greater throughput with 3 drop-off s...

Fall Hydrant Flushing Starts Monday September 20

The Westford Water Department will be flushing water mains in Greystone (Russell's Way and neighboring streets), Nabnasset, Route 40, Graniteville, and Concord Road as part of our comprehensive maintenance program beginning the week of Monday Sep...

Attorney General Maura Healey's Fall Rights and Resources Series - Dealing with Debt

Join Attorney General Maura Healey for educational trainings to empower the residents of the Commonwealth and the people serving them. This Month's offering is Dealing with Debt: How to Handle Debt & Debt Collectors. For more information you ...

Town Meeting Date Changed

At their meeting on 14th October the Select Board voted to change the date and location of the upcoming Special Town Meeting.

As a precaution with Covid-19, the Select Board approved 5-0 to move Special Town Meeting to Saturday, 10/16 (rain date of Sunday,...

Input Sought for ARPA Funding

Dear Families, Staff, Students, Town Employees, Elected Officials, and Community Members:

The American Rescue Plan Act was authorized to provide states with funding to support the nation's schools to safely reopen and sustain safe operations while...

Westford Parks & Recreation Update

After School with Parks & Rec’s Westford Partnership for Children (WPC)

WPC provides the Westford community with a safe, stimulating, and fun environment for school children, K-8, during the after school hours. 

WPC offers: 

• A...

SNAP offerings at the Cameron Center regarding Free Lunch and COVID Eviction Legal Help.

The Cameron Senior Center is proud to be a SNAP Partner Agency and we are here to help if you are interested in SNAP or other SNAP information found below.

For Summer P-EBT - 9/8 deadline for SNAP +  National School Lunch Program applications for ...

Masks Required in the Cameron Center

In accordance with the CDC's recommendation of masks indoors for all people, vaccinated or unvaccinated, in areas of high transmission of the COVID-19 virus, masks are now required for all people while inside the Cameron Senior Center, as well as...

Clean Energy and Sustainability Committee Survey

Help shape our town's strategy to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by taking the Westford Survey on Climate Change! This survey will help our Net Zero Roadmap committee understand the barriers that prevent our community from adopting renewable an...

Westford Water Department PFAS Update

In October 2020, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) promulgated a new drinking water regulation and maximum contaminant level (MCL) of 20 nanograms per liter (ng/L) – also referred to as parts per trillion (ppt) f...

Town Manager's Newsletter for August 2021

The Town Manager's Newsletter for August 2021 is now available to read online via the link below.

Westford Parks & Recreation Update

After School with Parks & Rec’s Westford Partnership for Children (WPC)

Parks & Recreation’s WPC After School program for grades K-8 returns to full service starting August 31. The WPC program provides the Westford community wit...

Latest Face Covering Updates

Two new recommendations were issued by the State today:

Advisory on Face Coverings

Guidance for Districts & Schools for Fall 2021

Septic System Care

Properly maintaining your septic system not only protects your investment in your home but also protects the environment and our drinking water supply.  Below are just a few simple tips to help you care for and extend the life of your septic syst...

Protect Local Drinking Water – Pick Up Your Dog’s Waste

Whether you are walking your dog on your own land or on public land, it is important to pick up your dog’s waste. The average dog generates ¾ lb. of waste per day. That ¾ lb. contains billions of fecal coliform bacteria. Fe...

Updated Affordable Housing Information with 2021 Income Limits

The below links contain updated affordable and low-income housing options for the Town of Westford. The Cameron Senior Center Social Services Team is available to assist residents of all ages. If you are experiencing a financial hardship or emergency plea...

Parks & Rec's Westford Partnership for Children (WPC) for grades K-8

Join us at the2021-22 WPC After School Enrichment OPEN HOUSEJuly 21, 5:00-7:00pmWestford Parks & Recreation, 65 Main Street, 3rd floor

Assistant Director Michelle Collett and the WPC Site Directors will be available to answer your questions about WPC a...

Information on Advance Child Tax Credit Payments in 2021

Important changes to the Child Tax Credit will help many families get advance payments of the credit starting this summer. The IRS will pay half the total credit amount in advance monthly payments beginning July 15. You will claim the other half when you ...

Let the Summer Begin with Westford Parks & Rec

WESTFORD PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN (WPC)  AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM 

Only one week left for this year’s 2020-21 WPC program

Plan ahead! Westford Parks & Rec’s WPC After School Enrichment program will return to full service for gra...

2021 ATM Handout - Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendments UPDATED

Childcare at Annual Town Meeting

Westford’s Annual Town Meeting begins at 9:00 AM, Saturday, June 12^th, on the Westford Academy Alumni Field.  To accommodate families with young children, childcare is available for children in kindergarten through grade five.  ...

Drive Through Survey Results

Drive Through Survey Results

35 Town Farm Road Public Service Video

The Cameron Senior Center has produced a public service video for the Town of Westford to educate our community on Article 6 of the upcoming Town Meeting. The video covers the history of the property at 35 Town Farm Rd., and the possible effects the curre...

Friends of the Cameron Center Yard Sale Moved Indoors

The Cameron has moved the intended and modified yard sale inside for Friday, June 4^th from 8-1. Fun finds and low prices. Masks are required in the Cameron Senior Center, located at 20 Pleasant Street.

SEEKING HANDYPERSON VOLUNTEERS

Westford senior residents on fixed incomes occasionally look to the Council on Aging for help with small/odd jobs.  Requests that come in are varied but include: installing window air conditioners, changing faucets, repairing computers, rewiring ...

LWV Annual Town Meeting Preview

Join the Westford LWV and Town officials as we go through all articles on the Annual Town Meeting Warrant. This event is free and open to all voters. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions about items on the warrant and become more prepare...

Public Forum on Drive Through Restaurants 5/26/21 @ 7PM

26th May at 7PM. Discuss the Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment to Allow Drive-Throughs for Restaurants by Special Permit

Cameron Spotlights

COVID Update From GOVERNOR:

Governor Baker’s announcement regarding the close to the preregistration system for vaccine appointments and the expansion of the state homebound vaccination program to eligibility individuals who are not yet vaccinate...

Businesses Encouraged to Apply for Forgivable Loans After Cap Raised to $25,000

Read on...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The last year of the Covid-19 Pandemic has taken a toll on many folks’ mental health. We know that there has been a significant increase in depression and anxiety in the US during the pandemic. Covid-19 stre...

Oak Hill Road Construction

Contractors for the town will begin construction on Oak Hill Road on Monday morning, May 3^rd.  Commuters should expect delays and possible detours in the area of Edwards Road.  

Residents will have access to and from their properties, and...

Hazardous Waste Collection Deadline Approaching

Pre-registration deadline for Household Hazardous Waste Collection is Saturday, May 1st.

Westford Partnership for Children (WPC) After School Enrichment Program - Starts April 26

This spring, Parks & Rec's Westford Partnership for Children After School Enrichment Program (WPC), will run from April 26 - June 18, Monday - Friday, from school dismissal to 5:45 p.m. The program is available to all of Westford’s ...

Spring 2021 Westford Partnership for Children (WPC) After School Enrichment Program

WPC REGISTRATION STARTS MONDAY, APRIL 5.

This spring, WPC will run from April 26 through June 18. The program is available to all of Westford’s K-5 students and will operate at the following schools:  Crisafulli, Robinson, and N...

A Statement From The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee

To the Westford Community

"A crime against any community is a crime against us all."  Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.

The violent and tragic events that occurred in Atlanta on March 16, 2021 may be geographically far away from Westfor...

Massachusetts Homebound Vaccination Program for COVID-19

The Commonwealth is working with local Boards of Health and developed a statewide program to offer in-home vaccinations for homebound individuals who cannot leave their home to get to a vaccination site. Eligibility for Massachusetts Homebound Vaccination...

NEW Parks & Recreation WPC After School Program Needs Assessment Survey

Thank you to everyone who responded to the previous survey.  This survey is specific to families with children in grades K-5.  To further understand after school care needs for children in these grades, we ask families with K-5 students ...

Parks & Rec 2021 SUMMER WEEKLY PROGRAMS for children

Kids Club at Nabnasset School, and Destination Exploration, and Summer Beach Party – both at East Boston Camps:All fun-filled, full-week programs, offering great activities and flexible scheduling options throughout the summer!

LEARN MOR...

Emerson Hospital Community Needs Survey

Parks & Recreation WPC After School Enrichment Program

As a result of the recent change to school attendance requirements, the Westford Parks & Recreation Department is working to understand this spring's unmet after school care needs in our community.  Your responses to this survey will...

Hooray! The Cameron Senior Center announces their soft reopening date for Monday, March 22nd.

The Cameron staff is anxious to get our programs and services rolling out again, but we must be cautious and ensure everyone’s health and continued safety.  We ask that everyone wear a mask while visiting the Cameron and participating i...

Town-Wide Catch Basin Cleaning

Over the next several weeks you will see New England Stormwater Management trucks in town cleaning our storm drains (also known as catch basins).  Westford has more than 3,000 town-owned catch basins that need to be cleaned each year to remain in...

Town of Westford and Lowell General Hospital Partner in Offering Scheduled Blocked Appts Through COA

Westford Board of Cemetery Commissioners

The Westford Board of Cemetery Commissioners will hold a public meeting on 2/18/2021, via webinar, to discuss the continued development of Pine Grove Cemetery (68 Forge Village Road),  share current project planning, gather input from the communi...

Veterans Age 50 and Older Eligible to be Vaccinated at Bedford VA

From the Bedford VA:

Join District Attorney Marian Ryan for Senior Wellbeing and Safety Program

Join District Attorney Marian Ryan, March 16th at 11:00 AM on a Zoom webinar discussing the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Senior population. More information is available at the following link:

Click here for more information

Those wishing to regi...

How to Navigate the Mass.Gov Vaccination Appointment Process

Monday, February 1st, begins Phase 2 of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' Covid-19 Vaccination roll out. The first priority in Phase 2 is for Seniors age 75 and older to be vaccinated. The Mass.Gov website has added a map of vaccination...

Microenterprise Forgivable Loans Available for Eligible Westford Businesses!

ACTON — Acton Town Manager John Mangiaratti, Boxborough Town Administrator Ryan Fererra, Littleton Town Administrator Anthony Ansaldi, Maynard Town Administrator Gregory Johnson and Westford Town Manager Jodi Ross are pleased to announce a new partnership...

Northeast Legal Aid Announces the Opening of Its New Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC)

Northeast Legal Aid, who offers free high quality civil legal services to low income and elderly people in Northeastern Massachusetts, has announced the opening of its new Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC). To learn more about their offerings and contact ...

Bedford Veterans Administration to Roll Out Covid-19 Vaccine to Veterans

The Bedford Veterans Administration is rolling out Covid-19 vaccinations to U.S. Veterans who are 65 or older, and registered as part of the VA Healthcare system. Veterans who are under 65 but may feel the need to get vaccinated due to health issues may a...

Boston Road Design Public Hearing

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will be holding a pre-recorded Design Public Hearing for the proposed Rehabilitation of Boston Road Project online at:

https://www.mass.gov/massdot-highway-design-public-hearings

T...

Protect Yourself - Avoid Vaccine Scams

The HHS Office of Inspector General, the FBI, the Department of Justice, and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have issued the following advisory to help you steer clear of vaccine scams:

Click here for advisory

Cameron Center Reaches Out

Please click the below link to learn about the Cameron Center iPad/Laptop drive. 

Click here for video

Eviction Diversion Initiative: Free Legal Services

Eviction Diversion Initiative: Free Legal Services 

Through the COVID-19 Eviction Legal Help Project (CELHP), there is a substantial expansion of free legal help for low-income tenants as well as low-income owner-occupants of 2-3 family properties...

Search for Superintendent of Schools

With the impending retirement of Superintendent Bill Olsen at the end of the ‘20-’21 school year, the Westford School Committee is starting the search process for the next Superintendent of Schools, to begin serving on July 1, 2021. &a...

Emergency Preparedness Training

Offered by The Massachusetts Office on Disability & Westford Health Department, for residents with a disability

Veterans Day Virtual Job Fair

MassHire is running a Veterans Day Virtual Job Fair, Tuesday, November 10th,  for both Veterans and the General Public alike. Job Seekers and Businesses with employment opportunities are encouraged to click the below link for more information.&am...

Community Compact Connector: Small Business Grants are now open!

COVID-19 Small Business Grants: The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has made $50.8 million in grants available to support small businesses, microenterprises, and their employees, families and communities. Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC) will...

Housing Assistance Resources for Those Effected by COVID-19

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and Community Teamwork Incorporated have both released informative brochures that contain links to resources available to residents who have found themselves in housing crises due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. These resources...

Don't Forget to Sign Up for Rave/Smart911 Emergency Notifications

If a child is missing, a hurricane or tornado is approaching, a break-in occurs or a general message is needed to be sent to the community. Quick and accurate communication between law enforcement officials and residents is now available through Smart911....

Affordable Housing Development Information

Some current affordable housing opportunities in Westford

Town Manager's Newsletter for January 2019 is now available

The Town Manager's Newsletter for January 2019 is now available to read online via the link below.

Town Manager's Newsletter for September 2018 now available

The Town Manager's Newsletter for September 2018 is now available to read online.

Use the link below to access it.

Town Manager's Newsletter for August 2018 now available

The Town Manager's Newsletter for August 2018 is now available to read online.

Use the link below to access it.

Town Manager's Newsletter for June 2018 now available!

The Town Manager's Newsletter for June 2018 is now available to read online, using the link below:

The Town Manager's Newsletter for April 2018 is now available to read online.

The Town Manager's Newsletter for April 2018 is now available to read online. Use the link below to read it!

Town Manager's Newsletter for March 2018 now available online

The Town Manager's Newsletter for March 2018 is now available to read online. Use the link below to read it!

Town Manager's Newsletter for February 2018 is now available online

The Town Manager's Newsletter for February 2018 is now available to read online.

Use the link below to read it.

Town Manager's Newsletter for January 2018 is now available online

The Town Manager's Newsletter for January 2018 is now available online. Use the link below to read it.

Town Manager's Newsletter for December 2017 is now available online

The Town Manager's Newsletter for December 2017 is now available online. Use the link below to read it.

Town Manager's Newsletter for August 2017 now available

The Town Manager’s Newsletter for August 2017 is now available online. 

You can view it here:

https://www.westfordma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=653

You can view past newsletters archived here:

https://www.westfordma.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=41

Town Manager's Newsletter for July 2017 now available

The Town Manager’s Newsletter for July 2017 is now available online. 

You can view it here:

https://www.westfordma.gov/Archive.aspx?ADID=642

You can view past newsletters archived here:

https://www.westfordma.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=41

Town Manager's Newsletter for December 2016

The December 2016 Town Manager's Newsletter is now available online:http://westfordma.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/579

You can view past newsletters with this address:http://westfordma.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=41

Town Manager's NewsletterD...

Town Manager's Newsletter November 2016

The November 2016 Town Manager's Newsletter is now available online:
http://www.westfordma.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/556

You can view past newsletters with this address:http://www.westfordma.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=41Read on...

Oak Hill Road Detour

Contractors for the town will be closing Oak Hill Road to through traffic on Tuesday, June 1st and Wednesday, June 2nd.  A detour route will be in place from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on both days.  All roads will be opened to residents, busine...

Flu Clinics Schedule Westford Residents Only

Flu Clinics Schedule Westford Residents Only

 The Westford Health Department will sponsor flu clinics this fall season.** Please note ** Due to COVID-19 our clinics may look a little different, as to adhere to the social distancing guidelines and ...

Oak Hill Road Detour June 7th - 10th

Contractors for the town will be closing Oak Hill Road between Moore Road and Plain Road beginning on Monday, June 7th through Thursday, June 10th.  A detour route on Brookside Road and Nabnasset Street will be in place from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM on...

Over 65 Flu Clinic October 7

Flu Clinics Schedule Westford Residents Only

The Westford Health Department will sponsor flu clinics this fall season. More dates to come!

** Please note ** Due to COVID-19 our clinics may look a little different, as to adhere to the social distan...

Statement from the Board of Health re: Face Coverings

Statement from the Board of Health re: Face Coverings

Town of Westford Health Department Flu Clinic Schedule

Flu Clinic Schedule

The Health Department is offering two drive-through flu clinics this month.

Both clinics are located at the ….

Location: Westford Water Department

Address: 60 Forge Village Road

Dates: October 14 and 28.

When: Thursday evenings fr...