MassDEP is offering private well owners an opportunity to receive free testing for PFAS compounds in communities where 60% or more of the consumers use private wells, like Wales. The link to apply for free sampling is https://dwp-pfas.madwpdep.org. For more information about the program, see their FAQ (https://www.mass.gov/doc/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-massdep-private-wells-pfas-sampling-program/download).
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) […]
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.
Town Census and Street Listing
2022 Annual Street List forms are being mailed to all Ashby households today, January 4th. Dog license forms and a questionnaire from the Animal Inspector are also included. You can read about the law regarding annual street list forms here: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/eleinactivevoters/inactivevotersidx.htm If you have any questions please call or email the Town Clerk — 978-386-2424 […]
Unitil’s Winter Rates are Changing – Find out More
Unitil winter rate increase will directly affect default customers only. Find out more about: What these rate increases are Why supply rates are up this winter Third party assistance resources available for customers How our customer service center can help with flexible payment plans, budget billing and other payment assistance Resources for energy efficiency and […]
Announcement from TAYBS (Townsend Ashby Youth Baseball & Softball) – Scam Alert
Hello TA-mily, It has come to our attention that a person, using the name Marvin Wilson, has been calling local businesses posing as a representative of Pepperell Youth Baseball, trying to sell field banners. No person by that name is a representative for Pepperell, or for the Townsend Ashby programs. If you are ever approached […]
Announcement from Unitil: Scam Alert
SCAM ALERT: We’ve received reports of Unitil customers being called with a demand for payment under the threat of immediate disconnection. This is a scam. While we do place courtesy calls if you are at risk for disconnection, these are usually automated calls that give you the option to speak with a Unitil customer service […]
(Updated 6/29/2021) Keeping You Informed – Magic Meadow Farms
Here is the latest on Magic Meadow Farms: 6/29/2021 Final decision and recommendation from MassDEP dismissing Mr. Ethier’s appeals of the UAO and PAN 4/6/2021 MassDEP opposition to timeline extension requested by Mr. Ethier and motion to renew the pending motion to dismiss the appeal 3/26/2021 Request by Mr. Ethier for an extension to submit […]
Fire Department Budget Review – FY22
Fire Chief Bussell walks the BoS through a session on the Fire Department and Emergency Services Budget. Learn more about the budget – check out the recording and the accompanying presentation.