Chelmsford School Committee Advances $1.24 Million Designer Contract for New School Project

Overview: The Chelmsford School Committee convened to approve a designer contract with AI3 Architects, valued at $1.248 million, as part of a broader school building initiative. The meeting focused on the design process, community engagement plans, and project timelines associated with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) submissions.

Chelmsford Finance Committee Debates on Wildlife Protection and Zoning Changes

Overview: During a recent Chelmsford Finance Committee meeting, discussions centered around a home rule petition to restrict second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides and proposed zoning changes aimed at balancing residential and business interests.

Chelmsford Planning Board Approves Task Force for Growth Strategy Amid Concerns Over Traffic and Housing

Overview: The Chelmsford Planning Board meeting on September 10 witnessed the formation of a task force to manage local growth, approved unanimously, along with discussions on housing production and traffic implications of proposed developments. The meeting addressed issues, including affordable housing strategies, modifications to ongoing projects, and the impact of increased traffic on local infrastructure.

Chelmsford Conservation Commission Greenlights New Storybook Trail to Boost Local Education

Overview: The recent meeting of the Chelmsford Conservation Commission was filled with discussions on environmental stewardship and community engagement, with the unanimous approval of a new storybook trail at Thanksgiving Forest being the highlight. This initiative, spearheaded by local volunteers, aims to enhance educational engagement by integrating a book-themed trail with an existing pollinator garden, fostering a connection between local flora and younger generations.

Chelmsford Select Board Weighs Sewer Infrastructure Overhaul Amid Rising Costs

Overview: The Chelmsford Select Board meeting on September 8, 2025, focused heavily on the town’s infrastructure challenges, particularly regarding sewer capacity and the potential for system overhauls. The board discussed the feasibility of connecting Chelmsford’s sewer system to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) to address capacity issues, with options ranging from $38 million to over $70 million. Other topics included tree management initiatives and a proposed memorial tree program, as well as a bid award for fire protection services.