What's New!
March 10 - Easton Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Saturday, April 24th 8:00 am to 12:00 Noon. DPW, 130 Center St. N. Easton. For more information, see this flyer.
March 10 - Rec Department T-Ball and Pre-Baseball registration
March 9 - Candidates for Town Election, April 27, 2010
March 8 - The Local Historic District Study Committee conducted a public outreach meeting on February 23rd. To learn more about local historic districts, see the preliminary study report and complete a survey, click here.
March 4 - Public Information Session on the proposed Shovel Works redevelopment project on Tuesday, March 16th at 6:30 pm. Simmons Lecture Hall, 1st Fl., Oliver Ames High School, 100 Lothrop St. To read about the Shovel Works project, visit this page. There is also a FAQ sheet available for review.
March 3 - Council on Aging & the Recreation Dept. invite the community to an open House at their new location, Frothingam Hall, 15 Barrows St. Wednesday, March 24th 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.
March 2 - The Assessors Office is in the process of doing cyclical inspections of real estate properties throughout the town. For more information, see this notice. The Board of Assessors would also like to remind Easton businesses regarding the required annual filing of the Form of List. For more information & instructions, see this notice.
March 1 - Special Town Meeting will convene on Monday, April 5, 2010. Special Town Meeting will be held at 7:00 pm in the Oliver Ames High School Auditorium, 100 Lothrop St. The topic of this Town Meeting is the proposed redevelopment of the Ames Shovel Works Complex.
Important Notice:
At its meeting on January 25, 2010, the Board of Selectmen voted to locate all polling locations in Town to the gymnasium at the Oliver Ames High School at 100 Lothrop Street. This vote is effective until further notice.
Feb 23 - The Local Historic District Study Committee has issued a preliminary report. To see this report and for other information, visit this committee's web page.
Feb 23 - A position is available on the CPA Committee. The successful candidate will be fulfilling an unexpired term (this term ends June 30, 2010). A Volunteer application must be submitted to the Board of Selectmen's Office by 4:30 pm, Wednesday, March 10, 2010.
Feb 22 - Information regarding recent RFPs including Lincoln Street and 12A Highland Street is now available here.
Feb 18 - The Local Historic District Study Committee will hold an informational meeting on establishing a Local Historic District in North Easton. Tuesday, February 23 7:00 pm, FL Olmsted School Cafeteria, 101 Lothrop St.
For more information, visit the committee web page.
Feb 17 - 1st Annual Easton Recreation Department 5K Run for Rec will be held on Sunday, March 7, 2010. To register and for more information, click here.
Feb 11 - Town of Easton Department Goals & Objectives for FY2010
Feb. 9 - Town Administrator's FY 2011 Preliminary Budget Memorandum, February 8, 2010
January 25 - H1N1 Clinic on Thursday, February 25th. Open to all residents. See this flyer for more information.
January 19 - Town offers for sale land located off Lincoln Street. Click here for RFP.
January 15 - Council on Aging & the Recreation Department have moved to Frothingham Hall, 15 Barrows St., N. Easton. (The Ames Free Library was temporarily located here).
January 14 - Town Administrator's Report 1st Quarter FY2010
January 12 - Selectmen review CPA fund projections, including funding of Shovel Shops project. Read the analysis here.
January 11 - Town seeks proposals to develop affordable housing at 12A Highland Street. Read the Request for Proposals here.
January 6 -
The Community Preservation Committee received 5 applications for funding.
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April 6 , 2006
Upcoming Events at the Department of Publicworks
Friday April 28 - Arbor Day Tree Planting Celebration 9:00am at The DPW Water Division Office 417 Bay Road.
Saturday April 29 -22nd Annual DPW Water Division Open House and Poster Contest 10-am-1:00pm at the Water Division Office 417 Bay Road.
Saturday May 13 - Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day 8:00am to Noon at the DPW 130 Center Street.
Saturday June 3 -19th Annual Canoe River Awareness Day 8:30 am to Noon at the New Mansfield Water Treatment Plant on Route #106.
May 25, 2005
Save for May 1 - West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)
To review and download fact sheets and to receive updates about West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus testing in birds, mosquitoes, horses, and humans please go to the Mass Department of Public Health website at http://www.mass.gov/dph/wnv/wnv1.htm.
May25 , 2005
Save for May 1 - Press Release
NOTIFICATION OF MOSQUITO ADULTICIDE APPLICATION
THE EASTON BOARD OF HEALTH ANNOUNCES THAT A MOSQUITO ADULTICIDE PROGRAM, ADMINISTERED BY THE BRISTOL COUNTY MOSQUITO CONTROL PROJECT, WILL BEGIN SOMETIME AFTER MAY 23, WEATHER PERMITTING, AND CONTINUE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 9, UNLESS MOSQUITO-BORNE DISEASES OCCUR. THE PURPOSE OF THE ADULTICIDE PROGRAM IS TO CONTROL NUISANCE AND/OR DISEASE CARRYING ADULT MOSQUITOSTHE CONTROL MATERIAL BEING USED WILL BE ANVIL (SUMITHRIN, EPA REG. #1021-1688-8329) APPLIED IN ULTRA LOW VOLUME SPRAYERS AT A RATE OF .0.0036 LBS. A.I./ACRES OR LESS.THE FOLLOWING TELEPHONE NUMBER, 1-508-747-8726, IS AVAILABLE ON A 24-HOUR BASIS FROM MAY 1 THROUGH OCTOBER 31, TO ALLOW RESIDENTS ACCESS TO SCHEDULES AND LOCATIONS OF ADULTICIDING A DAY IN ADVANCE OF THE APPLICATIONS. THIS NUMBER IS NOT TO BE USED TO REQUEST SPRAYING.THE BRISTOL COUNTY MOSQUITO CONTROL PROJECT OFFICE IS OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY BETWEEN 8:00 A.M. AND 3:00 P.M. FOR SPRAYING REQUESTS AND TO OBTAIN FURTHER INFORMATION. THE OFFICE TELEPHONE NUMBER IS 508-823-5253. THEY CAN ALSO BE REACHED VIA FAX, 24 HOURS A DAY, AT 508-828-1868.
April 19, 2006
Removed Easton Government Study Committee
Public Forum
Public Forum regarding Form of Town Government
The Easton Government Study Committee, appointed by the Board of Selectmen, invites residents to a public forum on April 25th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm in the Moreau Hall Library. This forum will allow residents to voice their opinions, concerns and questions regarding the current and possible future forms of town government. This forum is open to all voting adults residing in the Town of Easton.
Easton operates under an ‘Open Town Meeting” form of government and the Government Study Committee’s charge is to report its findings and recommendations in writing to the Board of Selectman as detailed in the Government Study Committee charge posted on the town website (www.easton.ma.us – click on Boards and Committees).
December 19 , 2005
TOWN OF EASTON
NOTICE OF VACANCIES
Applications for appointment to the following Boards, Commissions, Committees and Councils, will be accepted at the Board of Selectmen’s Office, Town Office, 136 Elm Street Easton, MA until Thursday, December 29, 2005, at 4:30PM. You can download the required volunteer information application here. Or you may obtain the form by calling the Selectmen’s Office at 508-230-0501.
| NAME |
VACANCIES |
TERM |
| CULTURAL COUNCIL Four |
two expiring 6/30/07
two expiring 6/30/08 |
| FAIR HOUSING COMMITTEE One
One |
term expiring 6/30/07
term expiring 6/30/08 |
| HISTORICAL COMMISSION |
One |
two expiring 6/30/07 |
| GOVERNMENT STUDY COMMITTEE |
Five |
|
The Government Study Committee is a new committee, responsible for researching various models of government, consulting with various resources regarding analysis of various governmental structures in Massachusetts, identifying areas for improvement in the current form of government in Easton and reporting its recommendations to the Board of Selectmen. The work of the Government Study Committee should be completed within 6 months of its formation.
Suggestion Box:
We would like your input for the Town of Easton's web page. If you have comments, ideas or suggestions, please let us know. Send an e-mail to Mike Deltano, the Town's Information Systems Manager.
January 11, 2006
removed NEWS RELEASE REMINDER TO DOG OWNERS
Town of Easton 2006 Dog Licenses are due May 1, 2006. A late fee of $25 will be added for licenses obtained after June 30.
License fees are as follows: Altered Dogs $10; Unaltered Dogs $15Proof of current rabies vaccination is required.Licenses can be obtained at the Town Clerk's Office during regular office hours:Mondays 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday-Thursdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fridays 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Licenses can also be obtained by mail by sending the information, a check made payable to the Town of Easton and a self-addressed business size STAMPED envelope to the Town Clerk, 136 Elm Street, North Easton, MA 02356. Please note that at the bottom of the Annual Census form there is a tear-off form for Dog Owners to use to license their pets by mail. Due to budget restraints, the Annual Census Mail-In form will be the only individually sent reminder to dog owners.New this year is on-line payments of renewal dog licenses. If there is a tracking number printed on the census tear-off form, you may go to the Town Website www.easton.ma.us and pay for your dog license online. Or you may mail in the form, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope. The tags for 2006 will be available in March.If you have any questions, please call 230-0530.
April 3 , 2006
Depot Street Road Construction Project
MA Highway and their contractor Stephen Ando Paul will begin work on reclaiming Depot Street between Cross Street and the Five Corners on Monday April 10, 2006.
West bound traffic will be detoured up Cross Street via Bay Road to the Five Corners between 7:00am to 3:30pm. East bound traffic will not be detoured. Emergency Vehicles and School Buses will have access. Extra Police details will be hired to assist with the traffic. The road will be open to through traffic after 3:30pm each day.
It would be wise to seek alternate routes during construction of this area of Depot Street this Spring and Summer.
Wayne P. Southworth
DPW Director
September 6, 2006
Easton Government Study Committee
The Easton Government Study Committee invites residents to a public forum on September 19th at 7:00 pm at the Olmstead Richardson cafeteria. In this meeting the committee will present its findings and recommendations to the public and take questions from citizens. This forum is open to all voting adults residing in the town of Easton. Easton operates under an "Open Town Meeting" form of government and the Government Study Committee's charge is to report its findings and recommendations in writing to the Board of Selectman as detailed in the Government Study Committee charter posted on this website.
January 11 , 2006
removed News Release
The Annual Census forms for 2006 have been mailed to all Easton residences. Town Clerk Janet Andrus Linehan would like to remind and urge residents to return the forms to the Town Clerk’s office immediately. Massachusetts General Laws requires the annual street listing of residents. Compliance with this state requirement provides proof of residence to protect voting rights, veteran’s bonus, housing for the elderly and related benefits as well as providing information for selection of jurors, among other purposes. If you are a registered voter, failure to answer this annual listing shall result in removal from the active voting list and may result in removal from the voter registration rolls. Town Clerk Linehan wishes to advise all households of the following rules of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts regarding removing voters: Voters may be removed from an address only if 1) the town receives a duplicate copy of an affidavit of voter registration from another jurisdiction; or 2) the town receives a written request of removal or change of address notification from the voter and/or from the Registry of Motor Vehicles that they have moved to a another city or town; or 3) the voter did not respond to a confirmation notice and has not voted in two state elections since the date of the mailing of the confirmation notice; 4) the voter has died.Please note that at the bottom of the census form there is a tear-off form for Dog Owners to use to license their pets. Licenses are due May 1, 2006. A Late Fee of $25.00 is imposed July 1, 2006. Due to budget constraints, this will be the only notice sent regarding dog licenses. Licenses for 2006 will be available in March. New this year is on-line payments of renewal dog licenses. If there is a tracking number printed on the tear-off form, you may go to the Town Website www.easton.ma.us and pay for your dog license online, or you may mail in the form, include a self-addressed stamped envelope, or appear in person at the Town Clerk’s Office. Any household that does not receive a census form, or has any question, should contact the Town Clerk’s office at Town Hall at 230-0530. Office hours are Mondays 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Tuesdays - Thursdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Fridays 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
April 24 , 2006
TOWN OF EASTON
NOTICE TO VOTERS IN PRECINCTS 1, 2 & 4
At their meeting of December 19, 2005, the Board of Selectmen voted to relocate the polling place typically located at the Junior High School gymnasium to the Gymnasium at the Oliver Ames High School. This vote is effective for the period of January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006, or until further notice.
Colleen A. Corona
Chairman, Board of Selectmen
Incorporated in 1725, the Town of Easton is located 30 minutes from Boston, 45 minutes from Cape Cod, and 45 minutes from Providence. The community is approximately 29 square miles in area and has an estimated 2008 population of 23,289. Easton is governed by an Open Town Meeting and the executive branch is made up of an elected five-member Board of Selectmen, serving three-year terms. The Board hires a full-time Town Administrator to supervise the daily operations of the government.
Our Growth
Easton, although primarily a residential community, has experienced rapid and positive growth over the last decade. Recent development includes two major shopping plazas and provides residents with the convenience of shopping at major retailers. There are three supermarkets, easily accessible from any part of Town. The Easton Industrial Park is located just off Route 24. Easton also has an active and vibrant small business community, and the Easton Chamber of Commerce provides services and support to its members. There are a variety of restaurants; both large scale and family style, offering the residents not only fine dining options, but different ethnic traditions as well.
Education
Easton citizens have a long history of supporting an excellent school system. The renovation and expansion of the Oliver Ames High School and the Easton Middle School was completed in October, 2008, providing students with modern, state of the art facilities and a show case 1200-seat auditorium. Oliver Ames is a comprehensive high school designed to meet the educational needs of all students and offers a broad range of honors and advanced placement courses. 2008 MCAS scores placed Oliver Ames students in the top 10% in the state in English/language arts and the top 25% in mathematics. The high school has received recognition and awards for its music programs: jazz band, marching band, chamber orchestra, and show choir. There is a tradition of achievement in girls’ and boys’ sports with many championships over the years. Construction on a new high school stadium began in December, 2008.
The Town is also home to Southeastern Regional Vocational Tech, offering secondary school students an alternative to a traditional high school curriculum. Vocational training includes instruction in early childhood, automotive tech, graphic communications, computers, metal fabrication, and many other areas. The Regional School provides post secondary education through a variety of day programs and continuing education night courses.
Stonehill College, a private Roman Catholic College founded in 1948, is a nationally-renowned baccalaureate institution. The College offers its 2347 undergraduates a choice in over 70 academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and pre-professional fields. Recent redesign of the 375-acre campus created a “walking campus” which includes ponds and wooded trails, complimenting the Town’s dedication to preservation and conservation. A new 89,630 sq. ft. Science Center is currently under construction with a completion date of May, 2009. The College is an integral part of the Town, supporting the community with student teachers and with educational and athletic facilities. The campus remains active during the summer months, hosting both educational and athletic camps for children.
Conservation and Historical Preservation
Easton offers its citizens the enjoyment of the Natural Resource Trust “Sheep Pasture” and Borderland State Park. Approximately 15% of the community is dedicated conservation land. The Town is a participant in the state matching Community Preservation Act program and recently voted to purchase a $1.3 million parcel adjacent to Wheaton Farm, continuing a long-standing commitment to preserve open space.
The Town's history is uniquely connected with the establishment of the Ames Shovel company in 1803 and the Ames family through many generations. The Ames family not only shaped the Town's economy, but also its geography and architecture. In the late 19th century, the family created a remarkable legacy by donating several landmark buildings to the Town. This was noteworthy not only for its benevolence, but for its architectural significance; the famed architect H.H. Richardson designed Oakes Ames Memorial Hall, the Ames Free Library and the Old Colony Railroad Station. The estate "Wayside" built in 1912 was donated in 1960 to the Town and currently serves as Town Hall. The community continues to preserve these buildings today as part of the proud heritage of Easton.
