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Posted on: June 7, 2023

Municipal Monthly - June 2023

Municipal Monthly

The June 2023 edition of the Municipal Monthly is now available.

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Posted on: June 6, 2023

Press Release : James Cogan Appointed Chief of Acton Police Department

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Town Manager John S. Mangiaratti is pleased to share that James Cogan was appointed and sworn as Chief of Police of the Acton Police Department. He was sworn in by Town Clerk Eva Szkaradek on Monday.

Cogan started with the Acton Police Department in 1984 as a Patrol Officer, where he was a first responder to calls for service in the community and exercised crime prevention methods.

In 1988, Cogan was assigned to the position of Youth Officer. He attend...

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Acton Town News
Posted on: June 6, 2023

Town Common Road Construction

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Scheduled road construction in the Town Common

Milling in the Town Common is scheduled for Tuesday, June 13th and Wednesday, June 14th.  Paving is scheduled for Tuesday, June 20th. Please note, the duration and schedule can change depending on the weather or other conditions that may arise. A...

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Acton Town News
Posted on: June 5, 2023

Town Meeting Abstract

Town Meeting Acton

The May 1, 2023 Annual Town Meeting Abstract has been posted.

Click Here to View the Abstract Acton Town News
Posted on: June 1, 2023

Paving Notice

Road Work 2

Starting Friday, June 2nd, Road Construction will begin on the following roads:

  • Northbriar Rd
  • Sawmill Rd
  • Milldam Rd
  • Kate Dr
  • Badger Circle
  • Till Dr
  • Ashley Circle
  • Carlisle Rd
  • Evergreen Rd
  • Balsam Dr
  • Larch Rd
  • Hickory Hill Rd
  • Trask Rd
  • Heal Rd
  • Birch Ridge Rd (between Houses 19 & 21) 

The contractor will begin in the Northbriar neighborhood.&a...

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Additional Info... Acton Town News
Posted on: May 17, 2023

Great Road [West] Complete Street Plan - Open House

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Please join us for an Open House on Tuesday, May 23rd at 6:00 PM in Town Hall (Room 204) to discuss a Complete Street design concept for Great Road (Route 2A/119) between Main Street and the Littleton town line.

Complete Streets are roadways that safely and comfortably accommodate all users, regardless of age or ability or mode of transportation (walking, bicycling, driving or riding transit).

View the Flyer... Acton Town News
Posted on: May 5, 2023

Municipal Monthly - May 2023

Municipal Monthly

The May 2023 edition of the Municipal Monthly is now available.

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Posted on: May 1, 2023

Call for Logo Design Submissions for 250th

Anniversary of the Commencement of the American Revolution

Announcing call for logo submissions commemorating the 250th anniversary of the commencement of the American Revolution.

  • Logo can be black and white or color but must be able to be reproduced in one color.
  • Submissions must be digitally submitted. They can b...
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Acton Town News
Posted on: May 4, 2023

R.E.A.D Reading for Equity and Diversity

READ DEI public Book Group flyer May 18

Hosted by Acton Memorial Library and Acton’s DEI Office.

Each month we will host a DEI related book, this month the book selected is “The Next America: Boomers, Millennials, and the Looming Generational Showdown” by Paul Taylor.

This first R.E.A.D book club will be held on Thursday May 18, 7:00- 9:00 PM

Meeting R...

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View the Flyer... Acton Town News
Posted on: April 18, 2023

River Street from School St. to Chadwick St. to become a One-Way Street

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Starting May 1, 2023, River Street from School St. to Chadwick St. will become a One-Way Street.

Cars will no longer be allowed to travel from Chadwick St. towards School St. The Select Board approved this amendment to the existing Traffic Rules and Orders in June 2022.Also starting May 1, the DPW crew will begin installing temporary physical barrier...

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Final Election Results Now Available

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Final results for the Election are now available.

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Events to Commemorate Earth Day!

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How did you celebrate Earth Day?

There are several exciting sustainability initiatives happening right now to continue celebrating!

There are three things you can do today, from the comfort of your phone or computer:

  • Seek support or guidance to make your home more sustainable by s...
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Additional Info... Acton Town News
Posted on: April 11, 2023

Annual Town Meeting Warrant

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The Warrant for the May 1st Annual Town Meeting is now available.

The Annual Town Meeting will begin at 7:00 PM on Monday, May 1 in the Acton-Boxborough Regional High School Auditorium and Upper Gymnasium (All-Indoor Seating) to discuss the articles as outlined in the Warrant.

Check-In Opens at 6:00 PM in the High School...

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Acton Town News
Posted on: April 24, 2023

Presentation on Tenant Rights and Protections

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Town of Acton Community Partners offering presentation on Tenant Rights and Protections.

Town Manager John S. Mangiaratti is pleased to report that the Regional Housing Services Office (RHSO) and MetroWest Legal Services in Framingham will offer a 90-minute virtual presentation on tenant rights and protections.The presentation will be held on...

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View the Press Release... Acton Town News
Posted on: April 20, 2023

Public Forum - Department of Public Works Facility Improvements

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You’re invited to attend and learn about the Public Works operations and the proposal to improve the facility. The public forum is planned for 6:00 PM on Tuesday, April 25th at the Public Works Garage (14 Forest Road).

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Housing Forum for Select Board Candidates

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Join us to hear how the Select Board candidates propose to make Acton a more inclusive community.

Public Forum Information:

Wednesday, April 19th at 7:00 PMFaulkner Room (Room 204)Acton Town Hall - 472 Main Street

*This event is sponsored by Acton Housing for All and Housing and Climate Justice Acton. Jo-Ann Berry will be moderating and Acton TV will be...

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View the Flyer... Acton Town News
Posted on: April 12, 2023

Patriots’ Day Events

The Acton 250 Committee encourages the public to participate in these events:

Sunday, April 16, the Iron Work Farm will explore the full meaning of Patriots’ Day, which was established to commemorate the start of not one, but two wars in our country’s history.  In both wars, the people of Acton and the Faulkner Homestead p...

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Acton Town News
Posted on: April 7, 2023

Spring Water Main Flushing

Acton Water District

The Acton Water District will begin its spring water main flushing program on Monday, April 10, 2023.

We will primarily be flushing water mains in Acton Center, which is roughly the area north of Route 2 to the Route 2A/119 corridor and east towards the Concord town line (East Acton). 

Customers directly impacted by flushing will be notified via a...

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View the Flyer... Acton Town News
Posted on: April 5, 2023

Municipal Monthly - April 2023

Municipal Monthly

The April 2023 edition of the Municipal Monthly is now available.

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Posted on: April 3, 2023

Vote by Mail in the 2023 Annual Town Election

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Voting by mail is easy and convenient. Submit an application today!

Exercise your right to vote!

Vote by Mail is available for all registered voters.

Submit an application online: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/MailInRequestWeb/MailInBallot.aspx

OR

Download a paper application here: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/election...

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Acton Town News
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Acton Center – Road Work – Project Schedule

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The Town of Acton started the roadway construction in Acton Center (Main Street, Concord & Newtown Road). The work has begun and we expect substantial completion in June.

The attached flyer has the contractor’s general schedule.

Find more details on the Engineering web page.. Acton Town News
Posted on: February 27, 2023

Emergency Assistance Program - American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

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Town of Acton to Launch Emergency Assistance Program.

Town Manager John Mangiaratti and Community Services Coordinator Laura Ducharme are pleased to announce the launch of the Acton Emergency Assistance Program.With this program, Acton households with short-term financial assistance for emergency needs are a...

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View the Press Release... Acton Town News
Posted on: March 24, 2023

Musket & Jefferson Drive - Road Safety Audit (RSA)

Road Saety Audit - Musket Jefferson Drive - FLYER

A Road Safety Audit (RSA) is the formal safety performance examination of an existing or future road or intersection by an independent, multidisciplinary team.

It qualitatively estimates and reports on potential road safety issues and identifies opportunities for improvements in safety for all road users.

The aim of a RSA is to answer the following questions:

  • What elements of the road may present a safety concern:...
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View the Flyer... Acton Town News
Posted on: March 28, 2023

Public Invited to Tour the Acton DPW Facility on Saturday (4/1) starting at 10am

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Visit the Acton DPW Facility on April 1, 2023
Tours of the facility will be offered from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Access to the facility is from 14 Forest Road (behind the Transfer Station)

This year Acton Town Meeting will be considering the approval of $1,225,000 requested for the design of a new Public Works Facility (Article 6).  This sum is recommended by the Town Manager in response to the Final Report of the Department of Pub...

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Acton Town News
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Great Road (Main Street to Littleton) - Complete Street Plan – Online Survey

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The Town of Acton is preparing a Complete Street plan for Great Road (Route 2A/119) between Main Street (Route 27) and the Littleton town line. Do you have an idea to improve walking and bicycling on Great Road? Tell us your ideas!

Please fill out the online survey so that your ideas can be taken into consideration as we finalize the plan.  Great Road [WEST] Complete Streets Study (arcgis.com)

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View the Newsletter... Acton Town News
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Acton Recreation Seeking Lifeguards

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Acton Recreation Department is hosting an Open House on March 16th for Lifeguards.

The Town of Acton is seeking Lifeguards for the summer. For anyone interested in working with the Acton Recreation department and becoming a lifeguard, please visit our open house on Thursday March 16th at 4pm at Nara Park Bathhouse Pavilion. The Recreati...

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View the Flyer... Acton Town News
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Energy Efficiency Grant for Acton Businesses and Multi-Family Property Owners

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Up to $2,000 rebate for energy efficiency upgrades identified in a qualified audit.

The Acton Select Board approved $30,000 of ARPA funding to create the Acton Business and Multi-Family Energy Efficiency Grant Program (ABMEEG). ABMEEG will provide eligible business owners and owners of multi-family properties in Acton with reimbursement ...

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Acton Town News
Posted on: March 6, 2023

Town of Acton Receives Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting

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Town Manager John Mangiaratti is pleased to announce that the Town has received an award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association for the 2021 Report.

Town Manager John Mangiaratti is pleased to announce that the Town has received an award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting (PAFR) from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the 2021 Report.

The award is the ...

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Acton Town News
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Municipal Monthly - March 2023

Municipal Monthly

The March 2023 edition of the Municipal Monthly is now available.

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Posted on: February 23, 2023

Acton Citizens Police Academy

2023 APDCitizens Academy

An 8-week program held each Tuesday beginning April 11th through May 30th from 4:00 – 6:00 P.M. at the Public Safety Facility, 371 Main Street, Acton.

Here is a great opportunity to find out what the Acton Police Department and Dispatch Center do daily. Classes will be taught by officers specializing in each of the subject areas allowing participants to meet many members of the Acton Police Department a...

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View the Flyer... Acton Town News
Posted on: February 16, 2023

Call for Projects for Kelley’s Corner Legacy Trees

Town of Acton Request for Project - Kelleys Corner Legacy Trees

Acton has saved some downed oak trees from the Kelley’s Corner construction project in hopes that something can be created from them and placed near where they once grew.

The goal is to support the Town’s sustainability efforts while creating stronger village centers and beautifying our landscapes.

Acton seeks proposals for projects which would transform the wood from cut trees into an object that would benefit the communit...

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View the Flyer... Acton Town News
Posted on: February 16, 2023

Affordable Housing Opportunity at 212 Central Street

Willow Central

Affordable, 2-bedroom townhouse available in Acton for $242,250, offered on a First-Come, First-Serve Basis.

Willow Central, located in West Acton, is a community of 3 homes, well located off of Massachusetts Ave, near to excellent schools and recreation fields, walkable to shopping and restaurants, and a mile from the South Acton commuter rail. Just minutes to ...
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View the Flyer... Acton Town News
Posted on: February 2, 2023

Municipal Monthly - February 2023

Municipal Monthly

The February 2023 edition of the Municipal Monthly is now available.

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Posted on: January 3, 2023

Municipal Monthly - January 2023

Municipal Monthly

The January 2023 edition of the Municipal Monthly is now available.

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