Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Ashby Economic Development Survey


This short 28 question survey is part of Ashby's Sustainable Economic Development Plan. This plan is being undertaken by the Town of Ashby’s newly formed Economic Development Committee and is being completed with the assistance of the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission. This survey will provide us with your thoughts about the strengths, challenges and ideas for economic development in Ashby.

A sampling of the questions.

What do you think Ashby's strengths are?

What are Ashby's challenges?

How do you feel about growth and change in Ashby?

What would you like to preserve in the town?


Sunday, May 22, 2011

Rindge Road Paving

Rindge Rd. paving to begin Monday, May 23rd. Expect delays.

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Economic Development Plan Needs Public Input

Sustainable Economic Development Plan Needs Public Input from Business Owners & Citizens

at the Library on Saturday, May 21, at 9:15 am, all are welcome.

The Ashby Economic Development Committee is drafting a Sustainable Economic Development Plan and public input is a critical element of the plan. The plan will include the goals and objectives for the sustainable economic development in Ashby. The Committee needs input from business owners and citizens. We will focus on Ashby's strengths, its weaknesses, and what we, as a group, can do better to improve the viability of the businesses in our community.

An open meeting is scheduled to gain insight from the public concerning future economic development improvements to Ashby. Everyone with an interest in Ashby’s economic development is encouraged to attend including citizens, business owners, local and state officials and others. A visioning session led by Ashby’s Land Use Agent, Chris Ryan and MRPC planner(s) Jennifer Siciliano and John Hume will be part of the meeting.

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Memorial Day Event Schedule

    Sunday, May 29,

    10:00 AM Community Memorial Day Church Services at the First Parish Unitarian

    Monday, May 30,

    1:30 PM Memorial Services at West Cemetery

    1:45 PM All Marching Units Assemble at the American Legion Post 361

    2:00 PM March to Revolutionary and 1812 Cemetery

    2:15 PM Memorial Day Ceremonies on The Ashby Common

    2:30 PM Marching Units Depart to Glenwood Cemetery

    3:00 PM Marching Units Depart to Glenwood Cemetery Fire Pond for Sea Service Ceremonies

    3:10 PM Marching Units Depart to The Ashby Common

    3:20 PM Ceremonies at The Ashby Common to Include Raising of The American Flag and Playing of The National Anthem

    3:25 PM Dismissal of All Marching Units.
    The Removal of All Decoration's From the Ashby Common

Monday, May 9, 2011

Selectmen's Agenda for May 11, 2011

SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of May 7, 2011
3. Selectmen Approve Payroll Warrant W45P in the amount of
$41,416.43, Vendor Warrant W46B in the amount of $58,251.78,
Vendor Warrant W46B1 in the amount of $__________ and Vendor
Warrant W46B2 in the amount of $6,519.19
4. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on CDBG FY09 Agreement for
Housing Rehab/Septic Program Participant Ashby Case #9 (MRPC)
5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Chapter 90 Project
Request (Highway Superintendent)
6. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of John Hourihan as Parks
Commissioner until the Next Annual Town Election
7. Request for Selectmen’s Acceptance of the Resignation of Nancy
Haines as Town Accountant effective May 27, 2011
8. Request for Selectmen’s Discussion of the Bid Evaluation Process for
the Solar Project (Alan Pease)
9. Request for Selectman’s Signature on Sewage Disposal Works
Construction Permit for Town Hall Septic Tie In
10. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for
Reserve Fund Transfer #11-40 in the amount of $1,015.74 to the
Highway Barn Fuel Expense Account
11. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for
Reserve Fund Transfer #11-41 in the amount of $1,120.79 to the
Highway Gas Diesel Expense Account
12. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signature on Request for
Reserve Fund Transfer #11-42 in the amount of $1,313.25 to the
Police Expenses Account
13. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Year End
Transfer #11-AT1 in the amount of $3,667.73 to the Police Expenses
Account
14. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report
15. Public Comments (if any)
16. Adjourn

Thursday, May 5, 2011

Annual Town Meeting this Saturday at 9:30 am

Reminder that the Annual Town Meeting is Saturday, May 7th at 9:30 am. The warrant and the budget are available online.

Town Accountant Job Opening

The Town Accountant job has become available if you are any one you know is interested.

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Poopapalooza, May 7th, 9:00-Noon

Poop a Palooza

Saturday, May 7th
9:00 – 12:00

Bring a bucket and take away some of the best
fertilizer available!


We haven't been Full of poop
for 10 years for nothing!

All proceeds benefit Grange Charities.

100% Pure Llama Poop

For more information,
please Call the
Duke of Dung,
Tom, at 978-386-2323.


Toy & Book Sale, May 7 on the Common

TOY AND BOOK SALE
All proceeds to benefit the Educational Programming of the Ashby Public Library
Saturday, May 7th 10am-1pm on the Ashby Common

GOT BOOKS?
Please feel free to drop them off at the library at any time!

GOT TOYS?
Drop off date: Wednesday, May 4th from 4-8pm at the Ashby Grange
Or drop them off Saturday, May 7th from 8-10am on the Common
Or email us at friendsofashbylibrary@gmail.com and we’ll pick them
up!
Please only donate gently used toys. We reserve the right to refuse a toy donation.