Agenda for the Selectboard Meeting at the NMRSD School Committee meeting, August 1, 2022, at 6:30pm. This meeting will be an in-person meeting only and will be held at:
Ashby Elementary School Library, 911 Main St., Ashby.
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Finance Committee At The NMRSD School Committee Meeting, August 1, 2022 At 7pm ET, Ashby Elementary School Library
Agenda for the Finance Committee Meeting, August 1, 2022 at 7pm ET. The meeting will be held at:
North Middlesex Regional School District
School Committee Meeting
Ashby Elementary School Library
911 Main Street
Ashby, MA 01431
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Planning Board Meeting – July 28, 2022 At 3:00PM
Meeting Agenda for the upcoming Planning Board Meeting, July 28, 2022 @ 3:00pm. The meeting is a site visit to be held at 603 Fitchburg State Rd., Ashby, MA.
Planning Board Virtual (Online) Meeting – July 27, 2022 At 7PM
Meeting Agenda for the upcoming Planning Board Meeting, July 27, 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
Selectboard Meeting At NMRSD School Committee Meeting, August 1, 2022 At 7:00pm ET
Agenda for the Selectboard Meeting at the NMRSD School Committee meeting, August 1, 2022, at 7:00pm. This meeting will be an in-person meeting only and will be held at:
Ashby Elementary School Library, 911 Main St., Ashby.
Conservation Commission Virtual (Online) Meeting, July 28, 2022 At 7:30PM ET
Meeting Agenda for the Conservation Commission meeting, July 28, 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
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Conservation Commission Virtual (Online) Meeting, July 27, 2022 At 7:30PM ET
Meeting Agenda for the Conservation Commission meeting, July 27, 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
Monday, July 18, 2022
Massachusetts Residents Advised To Protect Public Benefits From Scams
The Department of Transitional assistance is issuing additional warnings of skimming scams, in which ATMs and card processing terminals of some banks and retailers have been compromised and credit/debit/EBT card information and PINs have been stolen.
See details below.
BOSTON – Today the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) issued additional warnings to residents of skimming scams that have impacted some DTA clients. The agency and its investigations team became aware of banks and retailers who appear to have had their ATMs and card processing terminals compromised. These scams are aimed at obtaining credit, debit and Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card information and Personal Identification Numbers (PINs). Skimming is the use of an electronic device to steal card information from a card reader and create a fake card, known as cloning, to steal money or benefits.
As a precaution, DTA strongly recommends that clients change the PIN on their EBT cards at this time and before each scheduled benefit issuance date. Clients do not need to receive a new card to safely access their benefits. The Department has taken several preemptive steps to help protect clients’ benefits, including sending out multiple targeted text messages and creating a notice to inform clients and encourage them to re-PIN their card. The agency also created a webpage on Skimming and how to protect benefits.
Clients who receive TAFDC or EAEDC cash benefits can have their benefits sent to a checking or savings account through direct deposit. Direct deposit is a safe and reliable method to receive benefits and protect against fraud. Residents can contact their case manager if they have a bank account and want to set up direct deposit.
There have also been reports of a phishing scam where individuals are receiving scam text messages that their Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) benefits have been blocked. The message directs individuals to call a number where they are asked to provide their P-EBT card number. This message is not from DTA. DTA only sends text messages from 382-674 and would only direct clients to call the Assistance Line (877-382-2363) or EBT Customer Service Line (800-997-2555).
People should never provide their personal information or EBT/P-EBT card number over the phone to unidentified callers. If any DTA client believes they may have fallen victim to a skimming or phishing scam, they are encouraged to report it to DTA’s fraud hotline at 1-800-372-8399.
Conservation Commission Virtual (Online) Meeting, July 20, 2022 At 7:30PM ET
Meeting Agenda for the Conservation Commission meeting, July 20, 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
Selectboard Virtual (Online) Meeting, July 20, 2022 At 7pm ET
Agenda for the Selectboard Meeting, July 20, 2022 at 7pm. In order to access and participate in this meeting you will need to so by telephone or computer.
Connection details:
- By Computer: Zoom URL
Passcode: 645402 - By Phone (long distance charges may apply):
- One tap mobile:
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.
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Code Red Reverse 911 System Is Here – Sign Up
Code Red Reverse 911 System has made it to Ashby. More information is on its way. Sign up today! While you’re at it, download the Code Red mobile app to get alerts straight to your phone.
Board Of Health Virtual (Online) Meeting – July 21, 2022 At 7:00PM
Meeting Agenda for the upcoming Board of Health Meeting, July 21, 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
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
Change In Office Hours For The Collector’s Office
The Collectors Office will be closed Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8pm until after Labor Day. We will remain open Monday – Thursday from 9-noon.
Thank you,
Kate Stacy
Collect@ashbyma.gov
978-386-2424 x13
Payments can be left through the door or left outside in the drop box. Payments can also be made online at UNIPAY.
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Vote By Mail In All Elections
Massachusetts voters now have the option to vote early by mail in ALL elections, with no excuse required. To request your Vote by Mail ballot, submit a signed application to the Town Clerk’s office.
In addition to no-excuse early voting by mail, Massachusetts has absentee voting for those who qualify. While early Vote by Mail ballots are more common, there are special circumstances where you need to apply for an absentee ballot instead.
You can find more information about mail-in voting and absentee ballot eligibility at the website below: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/eleabsentee/absidx.htm
Monday, July 11, 2022
Planning Board Virtual (Online) Meeting – July 13, 2022 At 7PM
Meeting Agenda for the upcoming Planning Board Meeting, July 13, 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
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
NMRSD Policy Subcommittee Requests Community Participation To Review Proposed Changes To The NMRSD Regional Agreement
The NMRSD Policy Subcommittee requests community participation in a meeting to review proposed changes to the NMRSD Regional Agreement. We are looking for participation from all 3 towns (Ashby, Townsend and Pepperell) in the following capacities:
- Town government (elected, appointed or volunteer -i.e. FinCom, BOS, Town offices) – 2 per Town
- Community – Non parent – 2 per Town
- Parent – 2 per Town
The purpose of the meeting is to review the regional agreement proposed amendments. The regional agreement is woefully outdated with the last amendment being from 1991 and the 1972 before then. Documents will be shared ahead of time once participants are confirmed.
A meeting will be held the week of July 18th. If interested please forward your name, town, capacity and availability the week of July 18th to:
Robin Eibye
reibye@nmrsd.org
978-597-8713 x1200
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
MRPC-DEOR Clean Energy And Energy Efficient Programs And Technology, Especially For Low-To-Moderate Income Households
Working under the Department of Energy Resources (DEOR) Affordable Access Regional Coordination (AARC) program to improve awareness and access to clean energy and energy efficient programs and technology throughout the region, especially for low-to-moderate income households, MRPC has compiled a list of important resources and information related to energy efficiency programs, technologies, and financial rebates and incentives. Enhanced financial incentives may be available to income-eligible residents, tenants, property managers, and owners/developers under certain programs.
MRPC’s work under this program comes to an end as of June 30th, 2022. However, the energy efficiency programs, services, and incentives provided under Mass Save® and other providers and programs will continue to be available to all, including income-eligible enhanced programs. Information on these programs and technologies has been compiled and will remain available on MRPC’s AARC webpage at the following link:
https://www.mrpc.org/aarc-energy-efficiencies-for-low-income-residents
Additional links to energy efficiency and clean energy information, technologies, and resources have also been compiled on MRPC’s AARC “Resources Library” webpage and as a printable flyer which can be found at the following links:
https://www.mrpc.org/aarc-energy-efficiencies-for-low-income-residents/pages/aarc-resource-library
https://www.mrpc.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif3491/f/uploads/resourcesprogramsinfo-links.pdf
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