Chelmsford Council on Aging Board addresses staffing challenges at Senior Center. Director Debi Siriani reported two resignations: Principal Clerk Megan O'Neil and part-time driver Artie Liakos, creating two open positions. Town Meeting approved an additional $25,000 for electricity costs at the
Chelmsford Board of Assessors approves nearly $683,000 in tax abatements and commitments. The Board voted 2-0 to approve vehicle excise tax abatements totaling $37,546.72 across four fiscal years (April 2020 through April 2026) and real estate and personal property tax commitments for FY 2025 and
Conservation Commission approves $1,600 for Koulas Farm interpretive sign. The seven-member board unanimously funded the sign project at the reservation, which now includes a certified vernal pool, completed ADA parking, and a new shelter donated by Chelmsford Open Space Stewardship. The Commission
Parade Committee approves April minutes and treasurer report, advancing July Fourth planning. The committee confirmed 25 bands will march, including Funky Carnival returning, with Patriot cheerleaders and Pat Patriot participation pending. Air-filled balloons will be distributed at 5 a.m. to
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee suspended regular meetings through August and advanced planning for June and July community events. Chair Bill Campbell and eight members approved prior minutes and allocated $500 for a June 12 Pride Month dance party, with Tina Kempner leading planning
Vinal Square Strategic Action Plan Committee endorsed a regional transit feasibility study exploring commuter rail, light rail, and bus rapid transit between Lowell and Nashua. Deputy Director Kelly Lynema of the Northern Middlesex Council of Governments presented the approximately 750,000 dollar
Town Manager Screening Committee elects officers and outlines candidate input process. Aaron Cunningham was elected Chair by unanimous consent, Christine Clancy Vice Chair in a 7-to-2 vote over Select Board member David Boisvert, and Tricia Dzuris Clerk unanimously. The committee voted 7 to 2 to
Zoning Board approves ADU reasonableness finding for 148 Groton Road. The board voted unanimously 5-0 to clear dimensional relief for the proposed two-story, 18-by-25-foot accessory dwelling unit by owner Bill LeTendre, who would demolish an existing garage and provide two parking spaces despite
Library Trustees working group sets student representative interview schedule. The group met May 7 to review the application and interview process for the Board of Trustees Student Representative position, deciding to interview all applicants. Trustee Kathleen Fox chaired the session, with Trustee