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Billerica Town Manager’s Newsletter February 2024

Project Updates

Town Center Project

Town Center Special Election 
Saturday, February 17th, 2024, 8:00AM – 8:00PM 
Normal Voting Locations 

Early Voting 
Monday, February 12, 2024, 8:30AM – 4:00PM
Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 8:30AM – 4:00PM
Wednesday, February 14, 2024, 8:30AM – 7:00PM

Town Hall Auditorium

Happening this Month

Black History Month

 In recognition of Black History Month the Town is hosting Muqeedah Salaam on February 22nd at 6:00PM in the Town Hall Auditorium for a lecture on Black Scientists and Inventors and their contributions to society. Muqeedah Salaam has an impressive background as a teacher lecturer and historian, with over 40 years experience. Her work is recognized as a first-rate model in teaching African American History. 

We hope you can join us on February 22nd at 6:00PM in the Town Hall Auditorium for this experience.

Nomination Papers

This year Spring Town Meeting is on May 7th! The Town has over 50+ Town Meeting openings. The last day to pull papers to run for a seat in your precinct is February 20th. You need 10 valid signatures from registered voters in your precinct. Take a look above for a better idea on the role Town Meeting plays!

Call the Town Clerks office to inquire about filling a Town Meeting vacancy, 978-671-0924!

FY2025 Budget

At the Select Board meeting on March 4th the Town Manager will be presenting the FY2025 Budget to the Board. This is a great opportunity for a first look and to understand the story behind the budget. 

Upcoming Ask a Planner Dates

Have a question about Zoning or the MBTA Communities Act? Stop by one of the Ask a Planner Sessions below for an opportunity to talk with the Planning and Community Development department!

February 
Friday 2/910:00AM – 12:00PMBillerica Public Library 
Wednesday 2/1410:00AM – 12:00PMCouncil on Aging
Thursday 2/229:00AM – 11:00AMBillerica Public Library 
Monday 2/262:00PM – 4:00PMCouncil on Aging

Public Works

Paving Schedule

The Town is pleased to share our 2024 Paving & Pavement Preservation Road List for this season’s work that will run from approximately April 15 to November 15, 2024.  All abutters will be contacted directly and will be provided additional details regarding the specific work on their street in the coming months. 

For a complete list of the 2024 roads and treatments, please see this link:  2024 Paving & Pavement Preservation Road List

If you have any questions, telephone the Engineering Division at 978-671-1300

Trash Collection

Waste Management WILL BE collecting Trash and Recycle on the Normal Monday to Friday schedule the week of February 19-23, 2024 as they DO NOT observe the Presidents Day holiday in Billerica.

Public Safety

Meet our new Deputy Chief

The Town is pleased to announce the promotion of Glen Magnan to the position of Deputy Chief in the Billerica Police Department. Deputy Magnan is a 23-year veteran of the BPD, and a familiar face to many in the community. We thank him for his commitment and service to the Town. Be sure to Congratulate Deputy Magnan if you see him around!

February Public Meetings

Select Board: February 5 & 26
Planning Board: February 12
Board of Health: February 5
Zoning: February 21
Conservation: February 14 & 28
Historic Districts Commission: February 7

Get involved, click Below!
Volunteer Opportunities 

For Information on the COA and upcoming events- Click Here 

The Recreation Department and upcoming classes- Click Here

The Public Library and upcoming programs-
Click Here

This newsletter is intended to provide timely information to the Billerica community regarding its Town government. Publications will be issued as needed, but no less than a monthly basis. Please feel free to provide suggestions and comments to cmain@billerica.gov

Clancy Main, Acting Town Manager