Monday, January 31, 2022

RMV Notification: Vehicle Owner’s Excise Tax

 


The following notice was sent to the Tax Assessor’s office:

We are notifying you of a vehicle valuation issue that may affect the amount owed on vehicle owners’ 2022 excise tax bill.

It has recently come to the attention of the RMV that in a small number of cases, the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) was incorrectly recorded.

Issue

  • Until recently, the RMV had been accepting the values and updating the RMV system (ATLAS) with the provided values which, in many cases, have turned out to be substantially below the actual MSRP for the vehicle.
    • As you are aware, the MSRP is used to calculate the annual Excise Tax bill for the vehicle and these vehicles were billed for 2021 using this low MSRP value.
  • The RMV has corrected the problem that caused this issue and has also corrected the erroneously low MSRP values. This may result in a taxpayer receiving a higher excise bill in 2022.

Job Posting – Truck Driver/Laborer

 


The Town of Ashby Highway Department is accepting job applications for a full-time Truck Driver/Laborer, starting immediately. Complete an employment application and submit it to:

Steve Beauregard
Highway Superintendent
92 Breed Rd
Ashby, MA 01431

Conservation Commission Virtual (Online), February 2, 2022 At 7:30PM ET

 


Meeting Agenda for the Conservation Commission meeting, February 2, 2022 at 7:30pm ET.

Connect to the online meeting in one of the following ways:

  • Computer/tablet/smart phone app: https://zoom.us/j/2922543719
  • One tap mobile: +19292056099,,2922543719#
  • Telephone: (929) 205-6099 Meeting ID 292-254-3719#

Please adhere to the following rules when joining the meeting to allow the meeting to be conducted efficiently:

  • Mute yourself when joining
  • Mute yourself if not speaking
  • Don’t speak over others; it can be difficult to hear particularly in an online setting
  • Send a chat to the committee to be recognized before speaking
  • Identify yourself when addressing the committee
  • Remain on topic when speaking

How to guide for joining Zoom meeting with computer for video and phone for audio

Town Of Ashby FY2022 Valuation And Tax Summary

 


Access the Town of Ashby Valuation and Tax Summary for fiscal Year 2022.

Sunday, January 30, 2022

Selectboard Virtual (Online) Meeting, February 1, 2022 At 1:00pm ET

 


Agenda for the Selectboard Meeting, February 1, 2022 at 1:00pm. In order to access and participate in this meeting you will need to so by telephone or computer.

If you have any questions that you wish asked of the Town Administrator Search finalists, or to pose a question to the Selectboard on the finalists, please submit your comment/question.

Connection details:

  • By Computer: Zoom URL
    Passcode: 645402
  • By Phone (long distance charges may apply):
    • +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
    • +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
    • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    • +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
    • +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
    • +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston
      Meeting ID: 459 356 8675 (you will be asked to enter this number)
      Passcode: 645402
  • One tap mobile:
    • +16465588656, 4593568675#, US (New York)
    • +13017158592, 4593568675#, US (Washington DC)
      Passcode: 645402

Please adhere to the following rules when joining the meeting to allow the meeting to be conducted efficiently:

  • Mute yourself when joining
  • Mute yourself if not speaking
  • Don’t speak over others; it can be difficult to hear particularly in an online setting
  • Send a chat to the committee to be recognized before speaking
  • Identify yourself when addressing the committee
  • Remain on topic when speaking

Here are a list of instructions for connecting to the meeting by phone or by computer/tablet.

Friday, January 28, 2022

Ashby Recycle Center & Transfer Station Closed This Saturday, Open Next Saturday (2/5/22)

 The Ashby Recycle Center & Transfer Station will be closed this coming Saturday (January 29th, 2022) due to the inclement weather. It will be open the following weekend, February 5, 2022, 9am - 12pm.

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Trustees Of The Ashby Free Public Library Virtual Meeting – January 26, 2022 At 5:30PM

 


Agenda for the Ashby Free Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, January 26, 2022 @ 5:30pm. The meeting will be conducted virtually.

Join the Zoom Meeting using the link below or by joining the meeting ID:

Please adhere to the following rules when joining the meeting to allow the meeting to be conducted efficiently:

  • Mute yourself when joining (if not already muted)
  • Mute yourself if not speaking
  • Don’t speak over others; it can be difficult to hear particularly in an online setting
  • Send a chat to the committee to be recognized before speaking
  • Identify yourself when addressing the committee
  • Remain on topic when speaking

Monday, January 24, 2022

Board Of Assessors Virtual (Online) Meeting, January 26, 2022 At 4:30pm

 


Meeting Agenda for the upcoming Board of Assessors Meeting, January 26, 2022 @ 4:30pm. The meeting will be conducted online (virtual). Instructions for participating in the meeting are provided.

Access the online meeting in one of two ways:

  • Online: Join Zoom Meeting
  • One tap mobile: +19292056099,,2922543719#
  • By phone: (929) 205-6099
    Enter Meeting ID when dialing in by phone: 292-254-3719#

Please adhere to the following rules when joining the meeting to allow the meeting to be conducted efficiently:

  • Mute yourself when joining (if not already muted)
  • Mute yourself if not speaking
  • Don’t speak over others; it can be difficult to hear particularly in an online setting
  • Send a chat to the committee to be recognized before speaking
  • Identify yourself when addressing the committee
  • Remain on topic when speaking

Board Of Health Virtual (Online) Meeting – January 27, 2022 At 7:00PM

 


Meeting Agenda for the upcoming Board of Health Meeting, January 27, 2022 @ 7:00pm. The meeting will be conducted online (virtual). Instructions for participating in the meeting are provided.

Access the online meeting in one of two ways:

  • Online: Join Zoom Meeting
  • By phone (Dial by your location):
    • +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
    • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    • +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
    • +1 253 215 8782 US
    • +1 301 715 8592 US
    • +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

Enter Meeting ID when dialing in by phone: 879 0684 3524

Meeting Password: 373194

Please adhere to the following rules when joining the meeting to allow the meeting to be conducted efficiently:

  • Mute yourself when joining (if not already muted)
  • Mute yourself if not speaking
  • Don’t speak over others; it can be difficult to hear particularly in an online setting
  • Send a chat to the committee to be recognized before speaking
  • Identify yourself when addressing the committee
  • Remain on topic when speaking

Friday, January 21, 2022

Finance Committee Virtual (Online) Meeting, January 25, 2022 At 7:30pm ET

 


Agenda for the Finance Committee Meeting, January 25, 2022 at 7:30pm ET. To access and participate in this meeting, you will need to so by telephone or computer.

Connection details:

  • By computer:  Join Zoom Meeting
    Meeting ID: 849 3461 1912
    Passcode: 692019
  • One tap mobile
    • +13017158592,,84934611912#,,,,*692019# US (Washington DC)
    • +13126266799,,84934611912#,,,,*692019# US (Chicago)
  • Dial by your location:
    • +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C)
    • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    • +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
      Meeting ID: 849 3461 1912
      Passcode: 692019

Please adhere to the following rules when joining the meeting to allow the meeting to be conducted efficiently:

  • Mute yourself when joining
  • Mute yourself if not speaking
  • Don’t speak over others; it can be difficult to hear particularly in an online setting
  • Send a chat to the committee to be recognized before speaking
  • Identify yourself when addressing the committee
  • Remain on topic when speaking

Here is a list of instructions for connecting to the meeting by phone or by computer/tablet.

Job Posting – Full-Time Police Officer

 


The Town of Ashby Police Department is seeking a highly motivated, proactive and community-oriented full-time Police Officer.

A letter of interest and resume should be submitted to:

Ashby Police Department
893 Main Street
Ashby, MA 01431
Attn: Chief Fred Alden

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Natural Resource Protection Zoning Presentation Online, January 20, 2022 At 7pm

 


On Thursday, January 20, at 7:00 pm the Planning Board invites the Select Board, other Town officials, and the general public to attend a presentation on Natural Resources Protection Zoning (NRPZ).  The meeting will be held by Zoom.

The proposed NRPZ bylaw seeks to protect the rural landscape and rural character of town. If accepted by Town Meeting, the bylaw would only apply to new subdivisions; it would not change the frontage and acreage requirements on lots created on existing roads. 

The meeting will include a power point presentation and provide ample time for questions and answers.  We look forward to seeing you on January 20.


Access the online meeting in one of the following ways:

  • Online: Join Zoom Meeting
  • One tap mobile:
    • +13017158592,,87609641256#,,,,983732# US (Washington DC)
    • +13126266799,,87609641256#,,,,983732# US (Chicago)
  • By phone (Dial by your location):
    • +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
    • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    • +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
    • +1 253 215 8782 US
    • +1 301 715 8592 US
    • +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

Meeting ID: 876 0964 1256
Password: 983732

Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests Available

 


Order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests at COVIDtests.gov or directly from the USPS at special.usps.com/testkits.

Monday, January 17, 2022

Job Posting – Highway Mechanic

 


The Town of Ashby Highway Department is accepting job applications for a full-time Highway Mechanic, starting immediately. Complete an employment application and submit it to:

Steve Beauregard
Highway Superintendent
92 Breed Rd
Ashby, MA 01431

Conservation Commission Virtual (Online), January 19, 2022 At 7:30PM ET

 


Meeting Agenda for the Conservation Commission meeting, January 19, 2022 at 7:30pm ET.

Connect to the online meeting in one of the following ways:

  • Computer/tablet/smart phone app: https://zoom.us/j/2922543719
  • One tap mobile: +19292056099,,2922543719#
  • Telephone: (929) 205-6099 Meeting ID 292-254-3719#

Please adhere to the following rules when joining the meeting to allow the meeting to be conducted efficiently:

  • Mute yourself when joining
  • Mute yourself if not speaking
  • Don’t speak over others; it can be difficult to hear particularly in an online setting
  • Send a chat to the committee to be recognized before speaking
  • Identify yourself when addressing the committee
  • Remain on topic when speaking

How to guide for joining Zoom meeting with computer for video and phone for audio

Saturday, January 15, 2022

Planning Board Virtual (Online) Meeting – January 20, 2022 At 7PM

 


Meeting Agenda for the upcoming Planning Board Meeting, January 20, 2022 @ 7pm. The meeting will be conducted online (virtual). Instructions for participating in the meeting are provided.

Meeting documents are available from the Planning Board page.

Access the online meeting in one of the following ways:

  • Online: Join Zoom Meeting
  • One tap mobile:
    • +13017158592,,87609641256#,,,,983732# US (Washington DC)
    • +13126266799,,87609641256#,,,,983732# US (Chicago)
  • By phone (Dial by your location):
    • +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
    • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
    • +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
    • +1 253 215 8782 US
    • +1 301 715 8592 US
    • +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

Meeting ID: 876 0964 1256
Password: 983732

Please adhere to the following rules when joining the meeting to allow the meeting to be conducted efficiently:

  • Mute yourself when joining (if not already muted)
  • Mute yourself if not speaking
  • Don’t speak over others; it can be difficult to hear particularly in an online setting
  • Send a chat to the committee to be recognized before speaking
  • Identify yourself when addressing the committee
  • Remain on topic when speaking

Thursday, January 13, 2022

Public Safety Building Committee Virtual (Online) Meeting, January 19, 2022 At 5:30PM

 


Meeting Agenda for the Public Safety Building Committee, January 19, 2022 at 5:30pm ET.

In order to access and participate in this meeting you will need to so by telephone or computer.

Connection details:

Please adhere to the following rules when joining the meeting to allow the meeting to be conducted efficiently:

  • Mute yourself when joining
  • Mute yourself if not speaking
  • Don’t speak over others; it can be difficult to hear particularly in an online setting
  • Send a chat to the committee to be recognized before speaking
  • Identify yourself when addressing the committee
  • Remain on topic when speaking