Town of Townsend, MA

11/05/2026

Sharing next week's Special Town Meeting information.

Visit the link below for information.
https://www.townsendma.gov/news_detail_T21_R277.php

10/28/2026

Been a busy few weeks; summary of the Select Board 10.20.26 meeting is below. Also included is a presentation shared with Town staff on 10.13.26. Happy Halloween!

Link- https://www.townsendma.gov/Documents/Departments/Town%20Administrator/TA%20Reports/meeting%20at%20a%20glance%2010.20.pdf?t=202610281621280

10/15/2026

Today!

Link to NABH Facebook post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EycaFN2TU/

Stronger together starts with staying protected together. ❤️💉 Come see us and our vaccinating partner Ayer/Pepperell Family Pharmacy at our upcoming vaccine clinic in Townsend to protect yourself and your loved ones against respiratory illness!

When: Thurs. 10/15/26, 3-5 PM
Where: North Middlesex High School Nurse's Office (19 Main St.)
Who: All ages (6 mos+)

Visit www.nashoba.org/calendar for an FAQ detailing the new processes this year and the full clinic schedule for the region.

10/09/2026

Town of Townsend – Litigation Update

Please see the link from the Town of Townsend regarding recent litigation involving the Town.

The statement provides an update on the matter, the Town's response, and the ongoing impact of litigation on municipal resources and taxpayers.

10/08/2026

Townsend CPC Public Informational Hearing - next week!

Townsend Community Preservation Committee (CPC) will be holding a public informational hearing on October 15th, 2026, at 6:00pm at Town Hall, 272 Main St. in the Upper Chambers Room.

· The hearing will also be held virtually via Zoom meeting at:

o Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88497989505?pwd=2Ub1RC5IxWnlFyYSjX60BuNFmha2vU.1

o Meeting ID: 884 9798 9505, Passcode: 907496.

The purpose of this hearing is to ascertain the needs, possibilities, and resources of the town regarding community preservation possibilities and resources. Those wishing to ask questions or provide comments on the Draft Community Preservation (CP) Plan (including CP project submissions) may do so in person or virtually. For more information, please visit our website page:
https://www.townsendma.gov/government/community_preservation_committee.php

Contact for Information:

· Maria Millikin

· Vice Chair · [email protected]

· 978-597-1700

· Town of Townsend

Published in The Groton Herald on: October 1, 2026, and October 8, 2026

Home Governance Boards and Committees Community Preservation Committee Community Preservation Committee Community Preservation Committee Public Hearing: The Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing on October 15th, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Town Hall to gather community feedback on ...

10/05/2026

Beginning Tuesday, October 6, 2026, the Townsend Water Department will conduct its annual water main flushing program throughout town.

Flushing will take place Tuesday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and is expected to continue through the end of October.
We will begin Tuesday in the Timberlee Park area. Weekly updates will identify the streets scheduled for flushing, with additional updates provided as needed throughout the week. Please also watch for hydrant flushing signs posted in neighborhoods where work is underway.

Water main flushing may temporarily cause discoloration of your water. The water remains safe to use and does not pose a public health risk. Residents are encouraged to avoid using water while flushing is actively taking place in their neighborhood, particularly hot water. Any discoloration may take 24 to 48 hours to fully clear.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we complete this necessary maintenance to help maintain safe and reliable drinking water throughout Townsend.

Information can also be found on the link below.
https://www.townsendma.gov/departments/water_department/index.php

09/25/2026

Good afternoon,

Please see the link below for an update regarding the Townsend Special Election for the Select Board vacancies. The election has been postponed until December 8, 2026. Thank you.

09/23/2026

Take a Walk with the TA! 🚶‍♂️🌳

Join us tomorrow at 11:00 AM for a roughly 2-mile walk from the Depot Street Rail Trail parking area to the intersection of Old Meetinghouse Road.

Bring your walking shoes, questions, and your ideas. We are walking rain or shine! Enjoy the trail, chat about what’s happening around town, and get a little exercise along the way.

See you on the trail! 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

09/21/2026

Townsend Select Board – Emergency Meeting Notice

The Townsend Select Board will hold an emergency meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22, at 5:00 PM to discuss options with Town Counsel regarding the October 6 Special Town Election following a ballot error.

Location: Trustee Conference Room, Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road. In-person and remote participation are available.

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89967932892?pwd=adGTXB4D5zKsRPeuqSF3Xm6uWnmcfk.1

Meeting ID: 899 6793 2892
Password: 032332

09/17/2026

Townsend Select Board Meeting at a Glance.

A quick summary of a busy Select Board meeting earlier this week.

For those interested in additional detail, the Town Administrator Report and presentation, along with a video of the full meeting, are available below.

TA Report / Presentation:
https://www.townsendma.gov/departments/town_administrator/town_administrator_reports.php

Select Board Meeting Video:
https://youtu.be/vMfjRoyWjOY?si=mRFHfbtenL88Iqbm