Dispatch Regionalization

Thursday evening the Selectmen voted to move forward with the grant and regionalization pending grant approval.  The vote was 2 in favor, 1 abstain

Dispatch Regionalization Forum

Dispatch Regionalization Forum will be held on April 26, 2012 at 7:00 pm in the Ashby Elementary School. There will be a Non-Binding Advisory Vote at the end of the Forum Meeting. Yes/No tickets will be distributed at the end of the Forum to be placed in a ballot box.

Town Election Today, Noon - 7:30 pm

Annual Town Election, Monday, 4/23/12,  12:00 - 7:30 pm at Ashby Elementary School. Ballot

Agenda for Selectmen's Meeting April 25, 2012

SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA

April 25, 2012

1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting

2. Selectmen Elect Board Officers

3. Donated Cold Water Rescue Suit Presentation (Lunenburg Snowmobile Club & Wanda Goodwin)

4. Selectmen Approve Minutes of March 27, April 11 and April 18, 2012

5. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Selectmen Member to Serve as Municipal Hearings Officer

6. Any Other Business Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chairman

7. 7:30 p.m. - Pre-Town Meeting (Moderator Nancy Chew)

8. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report

9. Public Comments (if any)

Dispatch Regionalization Q&A on Wed. the 18th

Selectmen Chairman Peter McMurray will be at Town Hall on Wednseday, April 18th, from 6:30 p.m. on to answer any questions regarding Dispatch Regionalization.

Ashby American Legion Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Allen Field on West Rd., Sunday, April 15th, 2:00pm Sharp
Bad weather alternate will be; 4/22/2012


The Holmes, Curran, Bennett Post 361 Ashby American Legion will be hosting our annual “Easter Egg Hunt”. All Children from town that are 10 years old and under are welcome. There will be Easter Baskets, Prizes, gift certificates and candy bags for all children who attend!

Annual Town Meeting Warrant Available

The Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting to be held May 5th at 9:30 am in Ashby Elementary School is available at http://ci.ashby.ma.us/document/selectmen/warrants/ATM050512.pdf

Agenda for Selectmen's Meeting April 11, 2012

SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA

April 11, 2012

1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting

2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of March 28, 2012

3. FY13 Health Insurance Renewal Rates (Lively Insurance Brokerage and Treasurer)

4. Request for Selectmen’s Annual Appointment of Joe Mazzola as Veteran’s Agent for a one-year term ending April 30, 2013

5. Request for Selectmen’s Vote to Authorize the Fire Department under MGL Chapter 48 §59A to Aid other Municipalities

6. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant Masters (5)

7. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Administrative Consent Order for Town Common Well

8. Any Other Business Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chairman

9. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report

10. Public Comments (if any)

11. Adjourn

Last Day to Register to Vote at Town Meeting

The last day to register to vote at the Annual Town Town Meeting is Tuesday, April 17, 2012. The Town Clerk’s Office will be open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm. on 4/17/2012

Dispatch Regionalization Forum

A Dispatch Regionalization Forum will be held on April 26, 2012 at 7:00 pm in the Ashby Elementary School.

2011 Town Reports are Available

Follow the link for the Town Reports online http://ci.ashby.ma.us/clerk/treport/report11/index2011.html

We'll let you know when print copies are available

Ashby Elementary Spring Fair

Ashby Elementary Spring Fair at Squannacook Elementary, Saturday, April 28th 9 am - 3 pm

We have over 45 vendors and crafters, raffles and silent auction, lunch, guests for the kids as well as free kite making. Kid's room with games and prizes. Proceeds to benefit our Ashby school flooring project.

Squannacook Elementary (behind the police station and library on rt 13) in Townsend. Questions call Susan at 7572

American Legion Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Allen Field on West Rd., Sunday, April 15th, 2:00pm Sharp

Bad weather alternate will be; 4/22/2012

The Holmes, Curran, Bennett Post 361 Ashby American Legion will be hosting our annual “Easter Egg Hunt”. All Children from town that are 10 years old and under are welcome. There will be Easter Baskets, Prizes, gift certificates and candy bags for all children who attend!

Call the Post at 7977 with any questions. Someone will return your call as soon as possible.

Last Day to Register to Vote for Town Election

The Last Day to Register to Vote at the Annual Town Election is Tuesday, April 3, 2012. The Town Clerk’s Office will be Open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm. on 4/3/2012

Agenda for Selectmen's Meeting March 28, 2012

SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA

March 28, 2012

1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting

2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of March 12 and March 14, 2012

3. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on CDBG FY10 Agreement Case #9 (MRPC)

4. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on CDBG FY10 Agreement Case #10 (MRPC)

5. 7:15 p.m. – Selectmen hold Pole Hearing for Richardson Road

6. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Annual Town Election Warrant (5)

7. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of _____________ as Alternate to the Board of Registrars for a one-year term ending March 1, 2013

8. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Traffic Count Request

9. Any Other Business Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chairman

10. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report

11. Public Comments (if any)

12. Adjourn

Ballot for Annual Town Election

Ballot for the Annual Town Election to be held April 23, 2012, noon - 7:30 pm

http://ci.ashby.ma.us/document/Clerk/ballot%20ATE%20APRIL%2023-12.pdf

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day, Council on Aging

The Ashby Council on Aging presents
JOHN PORCINO
Acclaimed Storyteller & Musician
MARCH 14, 2012 1 p.m.

at the Ashby American Legion
All ages are welcome!
No charge for admission * Refreshments will be served

John is a performer who “weaves stories, songs and music that tickle life’s funny bone, touch the heart and give a little boost to life’s journey.” All ages are welcome, there is no charge for admission and refreshments will be served!

Agenda for Selectmen's Meeting March 14, 2012

SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA

March 14, 2012

1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting

2. Selectmen Briefing on FY11 Audit Results by Patricia Squillante of Melanson and Heath Auditors

3. Selectmen Approve Minutes of February 28, 2012

4. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Peter Niall as Building Inspector for a one-year term from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013

5. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Richard Hanks as Building Inspector Alternate for a one-year term from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013

6. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Paul Lessard as Electrical Inspector for a one-year term from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013

7. Request for Selectmen’s Appointment of Steve Dubois as Assistant Electrical Inspector for a one-year term from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013

8. Request for Selectmen’s Approval of Building Inspector’s Appointments of Richard Kapenas as Plumbing and Gas Inspector for a one-year term from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013 and Gary Williams as Plumbing and Gas Inspector Alternate for a one-year term from April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013

9. 7:45 p.m. – Selectmen Hold Public Hearing for Proposed Stretch Energy Code By-law

10. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Letter of Condolence to the Wilkinson Family

11. Selectmen Vote on Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles

12. Request for Selectmen’s Signatures on Warrant for Override Questions to be placed on the Annual Town Election Ballot

13. Any Other Business Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chairman

14. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report

15. Public Comments (if any)

16. Adjourn

Old Engine House Museum Re-Opening

The Ashby Historical Society invites you to join us as we celebrate the re-opening of Old Engine House Museum. There is no charge however donation are appreciated. Located next to the Ashby Market.

Saturday, March 10th, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Notice of Public Hearing for Proposed By-Law

Town of Ashby

Board of Selectmen

The Ashby Board of Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 7:45 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room at the Lyman Town Hall to hear comments and suggestions on the proposed Town By-Law entitled “Stretch Energy Code”. All individuals wishing to be heard will be afforded the opportunity. All citizens are encouraged to present written or verbal comment prior to or during the hearing.

ASHBY BOARD OF SELECTMEN

Peter McMurray, Chairman

Presidential Primary Election, March 6, 2012

The Presidential Primary Election will be held March 6, 2012, from 7:00 am - 8:00 pm in Ashby Elementary School. List of candidates

If you are registered in a party you must vote the ballot of that party. If you are unenrolled (independent) you may vote the ballot of any party.

American Roots Music Concert March 9th

Lizards in the Hayloft, Friday March 9th, 7pm, Ashby Congregational Church

Join local musicians for a concert and discussion that traces the historic and cultural music styles that have combined to influence modern bluegrass and roots music.

The Lizards in the Hayloft are Christine Anderson (violin), Stephan Arsenault (bass, vocals), Mark Haines (banjo, vocals), Cedwyn Morgan (mandolin, vocals), John Rosenfelder (bass, violin) and special guest Eric Lilljequist (guitar, vocals). A special look at Finnish musical styles will be included.

Questions, contact friendsofashbylibrary@gmail.com. The program is supported in part by a grant from the Ashby Cultural Council, a local agency which is sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Free admission.

Ashby & Ashburnham Regional Dispatch Study

Information from the Ashby & Ashburnham Regional Dispatch Study is available on the Town website.

http://ci.ashby.ma.us/committee_other/dispatch-regional-2012/dispatch-index.html

Proposed Bylaw, Stretch Building Code, Informational Meeting

Q & A Session
Stretch Building Code
March 3, 2012 10:00AM
Ashby Free Public Library

• How will the Stretch Code help Homeowners?
• Will the Stretch Code effect building costs?
• Will the Stretch Code reduce my energy costs?
• What is “Green Community” and how does it affect the homeowner?

This Q & A Session is being arranged by the Ashby Energy Efficiency Committee

Agenda for Selectmen's Meeting February 28, 2012

SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting

2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of February 15, 2012

3. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Purchase and Sale Agreement (Gary Howland, NRWA and Ashby Land Trust)

4. Regionalization Update

5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Memo to Board of Assessors to Release Excess Overlay

6. Any Other Business Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chairman

7. 7:30 p.m. - Joint Meeting with the Finance Committee to Discuss

FY2013 Budget

8. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report

9. Public Comments (if any)

Rabies Clinic Schedule

The Nashoba Associated Boards of Health, in cooperation with local veterinarians, will provide rabies immunization for dogs and cats. All dogs and cats over six (6) months of age, not previously immunized, and those with a blue rosette (2009) rabies tag, must be immunized. The vaccine provided at Nashoba Clinics is effective for three (3) years for dogs and cats over one (1) year of age and currently immunized. Dogs and cats between the ages of six (6) and twelve (12) months and those who have let their immunization lapse must receive a booster within one (1) year of the initial inoculation. They are then protected for three (3) years.

ALL DOGS AND CATS MUST BE IMMUNIZED AGAINST RABIES

Cats must be brought in cages or closed boxes during the last half of any clinic. The tag for 2012 will be a red heart. The charge per immunization is $10.00 (unless otherwise noted). Residents of Nashoba member towns may attend any of the following clinics. All pet owners must present, to participating veterinarian, proof of current vaccination to receive a three (3) year rabies vaccination. Failure to do so will result in your pet receiving a one (1) year vaccination.

Towns	Vet	Date	Time	Location
Ashby/Townsend	Smith	Sat. 3/10	9:00-11:00 am	West Townsend Fire Station

*Must bring copy of Rabies Cert.* *Parking in back of Fire Station* *Complete Requirements*

Complete List of Towns with rabies imunization clinics in the Nashoba area. You may use any Nashoba clinic.

INVITATION TO SERVE ON SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE

The North Middlesex Regional School Committee is seeking applicants to serve on a School Building Committee for the purpose of developing and implementing a plan to repair/renovate and/or replace North Middlesex Regional High School. Interested persons should forward a letter of interest in which the applicant summarizes his/her credentials.

The Building Committee’s work will extend over the next 2-3 years and involve regularly scheduled meetings. The frequency of the meetings will vary depending on project demands, but could be weekly during some stages of the Committee’s work

Should you have specific questions regarding this matter, please contact the Office of the Superintendent (Tel. 978-597-8713 Email: nmrsd@nmiddlesex.mec.edu)

Please forward the letter of interest by Friday, March 2, 2012 to:

North Middlesex Regional School District

ATTN: SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE

45 Main Street

Pepperell, MA 01463

Planning Board Meeting on Proposed Zoning Amendment

The Planning Board will hold an open meeting Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012, 7:30 pm at Town Hall to discuss the proposed Ashby Village Center Overlay District. This is a proposed zoning change the purpose of which is to regulate commercial architecture in the center of Ashby and allow for expanded uses. The Board will discuss district boundaries, permitted uses and the extent of architectural regulation. The Board is interested in your thoughts about this proposed district and will allow time for public comments.

The Village Center Visual Preference Survey will be conducted at this meeting as well. The survey is to determine what residents like and dislike in terms of the appearance of different kinds of development on Main Street. This survey can be done online or at the Library until March 7th.

Agenda for Selectmen's Meeting February 15, 2012

SELECTMEN’S MEETING AGENDA

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

1. 7:00 p.m. - Selectmen Open Board of Selectmen’s Meeting

2. Selectmen Approve Minutes of January 18 and 24, 2012 and February 1, 2012

3. Selectmen Approve and Sign Payroll Warrant W33P in the amount of $40,335.57 and Vendor Warrant W34B in the amount of $66,053.58

4. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Class II Motor Vehicle License for Tracy’s Auto Body and Sales for RMV Compliance (Sally Tracy)

5. Request for Selectmen’s Approval and Signatures on Common Victualler’s License for Mr. Mike’s Ashby (formerly Mr. Mike’s Market) c/o Global Montello Group Corporation c/o Alliance Energy, LLC

6. SCAM Information for All Citizens Presentation (Lillian Whitney)

7. Any Other Business Not Reasonably Anticipated by the Chairman

8. Assistant to the Board of Selectmen’s Report

9. Public Comments (if any)

10. Adjourn

Notice of Abandoned Checks

Notice of Abandoned Checks This a list of the names of persons who were issued checks by the Town that were not cashed. If you are on the list you must contact the Treasurer otherwise the check will be deemed to be abandoned.