Chelmsford School Infrastructure Projects Seek Funding Boost Amid Growing Needs

Overview: The Chelmsford Planning Board meeting focused on urgent infrastructure projects for local schools, highlighting the need for significant funding to address aging roofs, outdated safety systems, and essential electrical upgrades. These projects are important for maintaining the safety, compliance, and functionality of school facilities, with a proposed budget of millions to cover various critical needs.

Chelmsford School Committee Prioritizes Safety in Capital Planning, Discusses Writing Curriculum Revamp

Overview: The Chelmsford School Committee meeting delved into significant capital planning decisions, with a strong emphasis on prioritizing safety-related projects across the district. The committee also engaged in a discussion on the English Language Arts curriculum, emphasizing the enhancement of writing skills across various grade levels. Other topics included community engagement, personnel updates, and upcoming school events.

Chelmsford Select Board Approves Body Camera Initiative with Union Support

Overview: The Chelmsford Select Board meeting on November 17, 2025, saw notable decisions, notably the unanimous approval to equip the police department with body-worn cameras, supported by union negotiations for a 1% salary increase contingent on the program’s full implementation. This initiative aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and community trust in local law enforcement, with the town seeking grant funding to support the purchase and implementation costs.

Chelmsford Prioritizes Infrastructure Upgrades Amid Rising Costs and Aging Equipment

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Chelmsford Planning Board discussed infrastructure upgrades and equipment replacements across town departments, emphasizing the need to address aging facilities and rising costs, particularly focusing on municipal buildings and vehicle fleets.

Chelmsford Planning Board Denies Special Permit for Riverneck Road Contractor Yard Amid Traffic Concerns

Overview: The Chelmsford Planning Board’s recent meeting was marked by debate and the eventual denial of a special permit for an outdoor contractor yard at 191 to 195 Riverneck Road. Concerns over increased truck traffic and its potential impact on neighborhood safety and character dominated discussions. The board also addressed multiple planning and zoning issues, including the redevelopment of a fire station and a solar project on a landfill.