ANNUAL ELECTION TOWN OF PETERSHAM
Nomination papers for the Annual Town Election, to be
held on March 6, 2023, are now available.
They may be obtained at the Town Clerk’s Office
or the Selectmen’s Office
until Friday, January 13, 2023, at 5:00 PM
They must be returned
by Friday, January 13, 2023 at 5:00 PM.
The last day to register to vote is February 24, 2023.
For additional details click here here.
Nomination papers for the Annual Town Election, to be
held on March 6, 2023, are now available.
They may be obtained at the Town Clerk’s Office
or the Selectmen’s Office
until Friday, January 13, 2023, at 5:00 PM
They must be returned
by Friday, January 13, 2023 at 5:00 PM.
The last day to register to vote is February 24, 2023.
For additional details click here here.
PETERSHAM RABIES CLINIC 2023
Pre-registration Suggested - Walk-ins Welcome
31 South Street Highway Barn
Sunday February 19, 2023
Details and form located at this link.
Pre-registration Suggested - Walk-ins Welcome
31 South Street Highway Barn
Sunday February 19, 2023
Details and form located at this link.
TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE HOURS
The Town Clerk's office will be
CLOSED Monday February 6th.
The Town Clerk's office will be
CLOSED Monday February 6th.
Click historic image above for link to Nichewaug page.
UTILITY POLE PUBLIC HEARING
Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 6:30 PM
Selectboard Hearing for request to install one pole on Oliver Street.
At Town Hall, lower level, 1 South Main Street.
See link for information.
Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 6:30 PM
Selectboard Hearing for request to install one pole on Oliver Street.
At Town Hall, lower level, 1 South Main Street.
See link for information.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Quaker Drive Bridge Replacement Project
Interested parties may go to this link for information
about bidding on the project to replace the Quaker Drive Bridge.
Bids are due by 3:00 PM, Weds., Dec. 14, 2022.
Quaker Drive Bridge Replacement Project
Interested parties may go to this link for information
about bidding on the project to replace the Quaker Drive Bridge.
Bids are due by 3:00 PM, Weds., Dec. 14, 2022.
2022-23 TRANSFER STATION PERMITS NOW ON SALE
Effective Oct 1, residents are required to have 2022-23
Permit stickers on their vehicles for Transfer station use.
Click here for Procedures & Form for purchasing your sticker.
And, watch for sticker sales at the TS on Sept. Weds. & Sats.
For more information about the Transfer Station, please click here.
Effective Oct 1, residents are required to have 2022-23
Permit stickers on their vehicles for Transfer station use.
Click here for Procedures & Form for purchasing your sticker.
And, watch for sticker sales at the TS on Sept. Weds. & Sats.
For more information about the Transfer Station, please click here.
TRANSFER STATION NOW OPEN ON WEDS
The Transfer Station is open on
Wednesdays, 1:30PM - 4PM
Saturday hours continue 9AM - 2PM
Permit required as usual
See flyer at this link.
The Transfer Station is open on
Wednesdays, 1:30PM - 4PM
Saturday hours continue 9AM - 2PM
Permit required as usual
See flyer at this link.
PUBLIC HEARING
Request for Utility Pole Installation
The Selectboard will hold a Public Hearing to review a request to install one new utility pole at 161 Nichewaug Road
on Thurs., Nov. 17, 2022, at 5:30 PM, at Town Hall.
Details and map from National Grid of proposed location are available at the Selectboard Office.
Request for Utility Pole Installation
The Selectboard will hold a Public Hearing to review a request to install one new utility pole at 161 Nichewaug Road
on Thurs., Nov. 17, 2022, at 5:30 PM, at Town Hall.
Details and map from National Grid of proposed location are available at the Selectboard Office.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Quaker Drive Bridge Replacement Project
Interested parties may go to this link for information about bidding on the project to replace the Quaker Drive Bridge.
Bids are due by 12 Noon, Dec. 7, 2022.
Quaker Drive Bridge Replacement Project
Interested parties may go to this link for information about bidding on the project to replace the Quaker Drive Bridge.
Bids are due by 12 Noon, Dec. 7, 2022.
SEEKING VETERAN'S GRAVES OFFICER
As per Massachusetts State Law, the Selectboard is seeking a Veterans’ Graves Officer. By law, this is a volunteer position to be filled by a resident of Petersham who is a veteran.
Term shall not exceed five years.
For duties and additional details:please click here.
As per Massachusetts State Law, the Selectboard is seeking a Veterans’ Graves Officer. By law, this is a volunteer position to be filled by a resident of Petersham who is a veteran.
Term shall not exceed five years.
For duties and additional details:please click here.
POST ELECTION NOTICE
The Post-Election Count for the November 8, 2022 State Election will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 10:00 am in the lower town hall. At that time, all ballots postmarked by November 8th and received by November 12th at 5:00 pm will be opened and counted.
The Post-Election Count for the November 8, 2022 State Election will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 10:00 am in the lower town hall. At that time, all ballots postmarked by November 8th and received by November 12th at 5:00 pm will be opened and counted.
TOWN CLERK OFFICE HOURS UPDATE
The Town Clerk's office will be CLOSED Monday Nov 14.
Please make note.
The Town Clerk's office will be CLOSED Monday Nov 14.
Please make note.
EARLY VOTING FOR NOVEMBER 8TH ELECTION
Early Voting will take place between October 22nd and November 4th. Voting will be held at the Petersham Town Hall (upper floor).
The hours will be as follows:
Saturday 10/22 9-2
Monday 10/24 5-7
Friday 10/28 9-12
Saturday 10/29 9-4
Monday 10/31 5-7
Friday 11/4 9-12
The last day to register to vote is Saturday 10/29/22 from 9 - 5. Vote by mail applications must be received by November 1st at 5pm.
If you have questions, please call the office. Thank you,
Diana L. Cooley, Town Clerk 978-724-6649
Early Voting will take place between October 22nd and November 4th. Voting will be held at the Petersham Town Hall (upper floor).
The hours will be as follows:
Saturday 10/22 9-2
Monday 10/24 5-7
Friday 10/28 9-12
Saturday 10/29 9-4
Monday 10/31 5-7
Friday 11/4 9-12
The last day to register to vote is Saturday 10/29/22 from 9 - 5. Vote by mail applications must be received by November 1st at 5pm.
If you have questions, please call the office. Thank you,
Diana L. Cooley, Town Clerk 978-724-6649
2022 HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
Saturday September 24, 2022
GCC Main Campus and Orange Transfer station
Pre-Registration Required by Friday September 16
2022 Hazardous Waste Overview Flyer is here.
Details & Registration form here.
Saturday September 24, 2022
GCC Main Campus and Orange Transfer station
Pre-Registration Required by Friday September 16
2022 Hazardous Waste Overview Flyer is here.
Details & Registration form here.
2022 TOWN-WIDE TAG SALE ~ SAT., SEPT. 24
Town residents and groups are welcome to sign up
FREE on the Common or at your own location.
To sign-up, contact the Town Administrator at (978) 724-3353
or send mail to PetershamBOSoffice@gmail.com.
A map of the Common is at this link.
Town residents and groups are welcome to sign up
FREE on the Common or at your own location.
To sign-up, contact the Town Administrator at (978) 724-3353
or send mail to PetershamBOSoffice@gmail.com.
A map of the Common is at this link.
2022 State Primary
2022 state primary date is September 6, 2022.
Town Hall polls open 7AM - 8PM.
Please see warrant at this link.
Overview flyer here.
2022 state primary date is September 6, 2022.
Town Hall polls open 7AM - 8PM.
Please see warrant at this link.
Overview flyer here.
SUMMER BAND CONCERTS ON THE COMMON
Band concerts are held beginning on the last Sunday in June and run for six consecutive weeks.
Band concerts are held beginning on the last Sunday in June and run for six consecutive weeks.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Selectboard will hold a Public Hearing
on July 26, 5:30 PM, at Town Hall to review
a liquor license application for Petersham Gun Club.
The Selectboard will hold a Public Hearing
on July 26, 5:30 PM, at Town Hall to review
a liquor license application for Petersham Gun Club.
TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE SCHEDULE
The Town Clerk’s office will be closed on Monday, July 18, 2022 and will reopen on Monday, July 25, 2022.
The Town Clerk’s office will be closed on Monday, July 18, 2022 and will reopen on Monday, July 25, 2022.
PETERSHAM IS PLEASED TO BRING BACK A FAVORITE TRADITION - THE JULY 4 PARADE !!!
Click here for more details.
SPECIAL & ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 6
7 PM at Town Hall
All voters welcome.
Indoor & outdoor seating planned
Visit this link for Town Meeting Budget & Warrants Report.
Visit this link for Town Meeting Warrants.
MONDAY, JUNE 6
7 PM at Town Hall
All voters welcome.
Indoor & outdoor seating planned
Visit this link for Town Meeting Budget & Warrants Report.
Visit this link for Town Meeting Warrants.
Keep Petersham Beautiful
The Town of Petersham invites you to help with our
voluntary road-side clean-up initiative!
Sunday, May 22 - Saturday, May 28
Click here for more details.
The Town of Petersham invites you to help with our
voluntary road-side clean-up initiative!
Sunday, May 22 - Saturday, May 28
Click here for more details.
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
May 24, 7:30 PM
To review Town Meeting Budget & Warrants
for June 6, 2022 Town Meeting
All welcome
Town Hall main floor.
May 24, 7:30 PM
To review Town Meeting Budget & Warrants
for June 6, 2022 Town Meeting
All welcome
Town Hall main floor.
2022 Petersham Art Council Show & Sale
All welcome to the annual Art Council exhibit
featuring the work of regional artists.
Fri-Sun., May 20-22 at Petersham Town Hall.
Opening reception with live music on Friday May 20, 7-9 PM.
Free & open to all - see hours & details at this link
All welcome to the annual Art Council exhibit
featuring the work of regional artists.
Fri-Sun., May 20-22 at Petersham Town Hall.
Opening reception with live music on Friday May 20, 7-9 PM.
Free & open to all - see hours & details at this link
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
To review a single utility pole installation request
by National Grid for Quaker Drive
to accommodate pending bridge replacement;
on Tuesday May 3, 2022, at 5:30 PM;
at main floor Petersham Town Hall, 1 South Main Street.
To review a single utility pole installation request
by National Grid for Quaker Drive
to accommodate pending bridge replacement;
on Tuesday May 3, 2022, at 5:30 PM;
at main floor Petersham Town Hall, 1 South Main Street.
OPEN BURNING PERMITS
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
A Public Hearing will be held on
Thursday, April 21, at 7 PM
at Town Hall main floor to review proposed amendments
to the Town's Zoning Bylaws to be presented
at Annual Town Meeting on June 6, 2022.
Go to this link for more information.
A Public Hearing will be held on
Thursday, April 21, at 7 PM
at Town Hall main floor to review proposed amendments
to the Town's Zoning Bylaws to be presented
at Annual Town Meeting on June 6, 2022.
Go to this link for more information.
SPRING STREET CLEANING
The sweeper is scheduled to be in town between April 19 - 21 to sweep around the center of town and the school, weather permitting.
The sweeper is scheduled to be in town between April 19 - 21 to sweep around the center of town and the school, weather permitting.
TECHNOLOGY DAY OPEN TO PETERSHAM SENIORS
March 21, 2022 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Petersham Town Hall
For details, click here.
March 21, 2022 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Petersham Town Hall
For details, click here.
PETERSHAM FOOT CLINIC SCHEDULE - 2022
The Petersham COA will continue to sponsor a foot clinic
into next year. The 2022 schedule is listed at this link.
The Petersham COA will continue to sponsor a foot clinic
into next year. The 2022 schedule is listed at this link.
ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION UPDATE
The Annual Town Election will be held on
Monday, March 7, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
at the Petersham Town Hall – Upper Level
If you will be out of town on Election Day, if you have a disability or
if you have a religious belief which prevents you from going to the polls, you qualify for an absentee ballot.
Absentee ballot applications are available from the Clerk’s Office or on the web here.
To view a copy of the Specimen Ballot click here.
.
For questions, please contact the Town Clerk,
Diana Cooley at 978-724-6649.
The Annual Town Election will be held on
Monday, March 7, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
at the Petersham Town Hall – Upper Level
If you will be out of town on Election Day, if you have a disability or
if you have a religious belief which prevents you from going to the polls, you qualify for an absentee ballot.
Absentee ballot applications are available from the Clerk’s Office or on the web here.
To view a copy of the Specimen Ballot click here.
.
For questions, please contact the Town Clerk,
Diana Cooley at 978-724-6649.
ANNUAL PETERSHAM RABIES CLINIC
On Sunday, Feb 20, 2022. Begins at 10 AM.
Cats and dogs welcome, bring your humans!
Pre-registration required.
See details are at this link
At the Highway Barn, 31 South Street.
On Sunday, Feb 20, 2022. Begins at 10 AM.
Cats and dogs welcome, bring your humans!
Pre-registration required.
See details are at this link
At the Highway Barn, 31 South Street.
THE ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION WILL BE HELD ON
MARCH 7, 2022
The Offices on the ballot are as follows:
(All positions are 3 year positions):
Selectboard
Board of Assessors
Board of Health
Constable (3 positions)
Mahar Regional School Committee
Petersham School Committee
Planning Board
Trustees of Public Library
Currently the blanket nomination paper has been signed by Nancy Allen, Fifi Scoufopoulos, Maryanne Reynolds and Hilary Loring.
Papers may be taken out from the Town Clerk and returned by January 17, 2022 to the Town Clerk. The last day to register to vote is Tuesday, February 15, 2022. For more details, click here.
For questions, please contact the Town Clerk at 978-724-6649
.
MARCH 7, 2022
The Offices on the ballot are as follows:
(All positions are 3 year positions):
Selectboard
Board of Assessors
Board of Health
Constable (3 positions)
Mahar Regional School Committee
Petersham School Committee
Planning Board
Trustees of Public Library
Currently the blanket nomination paper has been signed by Nancy Allen, Fifi Scoufopoulos, Maryanne Reynolds and Hilary Loring.
Papers may be taken out from the Town Clerk and returned by January 17, 2022 to the Town Clerk. The last day to register to vote is Tuesday, February 15, 2022. For more details, click here.
For questions, please contact the Town Clerk at 978-724-6649
.
NOTICE of FREE WELL WATER TESTING FOR PFAS
Mass DEP is continuing with their
'PFAS Private Well Sampling Program'
for interested residents and business.
The program is free for accepted applicants.
Apply at: https://dwp-pfas.madwpdep.org
More information at this link.
Mass DEP is continuing with their
'PFAS Private Well Sampling Program'
for interested residents and business.
The program is free for accepted applicants.
Apply at: https://dwp-pfas.madwpdep.org
More information at this link.
PFIZER BOOSTER SHOTS AT RUTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
Register TODAY (Nov 3) for your Pfizer booster shot
at this link
We anticipate clinics running M-F until November 19th or
through December if approval for children ages 5-11 occurs.
All Mass residents & walk-ins welcome.
Don't forget your vaccine card!
Register TODAY (Nov 3) for your Pfizer booster shot
at this link
We anticipate clinics running M-F until November 19th or
through December if approval for children ages 5-11 occurs.
All Mass residents & walk-ins welcome.
Don't forget your vaccine card!
PUBLIC HEARING THURSDAY, JAN 20, 6:00 PM
To review application for demolition of the
Nichewaug Inn & Academy
by the Historic District Commission.
In person and remote access available.
See information and application at this link.
To review application for demolition of the
Nichewaug Inn & Academy
by the Historic District Commission.
In person and remote access available.
See information and application at this link.
TRANSFER STATION HOLIDAY HOURS
CLOSED on Sat., Dec. 25, 2021.
OPEN for regular hours on Sat., Jan. 1, 2022.
See link here.
CLOSED on Sat., Dec. 25, 2021.
OPEN for regular hours on Sat., Jan. 1, 2022.
See link here.
LEGAL NOTICE - TOWN OF PETERSHAM MA
Utility Pole Installation Public Hearing
154 New Athol Road on January 4, 2022, 5:30PM
at Petersham Town Hall,
For details, click on this link
Utility Pole Installation Public Hearing
154 New Athol Road on January 4, 2022, 5:30PM
at Petersham Town Hall,
For details, click on this link
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING
MONDAY, DEC. 6, 2021
7:00 PM, TOWN HALL
Doors open at 6:30 PM for voter check-in.
Please see the Town Meeting Warrant at this link.
See Nichewaug Inn & Academy
Public Information Presentation at this link.
MONDAY, DEC. 6, 2021
7:00 PM, TOWN HALL
Doors open at 6:30 PM for voter check-in.
Please see the Town Meeting Warrant at this link.
See Nichewaug Inn & Academy
Public Information Presentation at this link.
PUBLIC TREE HEARING ON 12/8/21
The Petersham Tree Warden will hold a public tree hearing on 12/8/21 3PM at Quaker Drive NECO Pole# 11 for one Red Oak 30" Dia. The tree will be flagged with pink surveyor's tape and orange stump DOT paint. Any objections must be in writing prior to the hearing date. Any concerns, please contact the
Petersham Tree Warden.
Email: Haymaker.smith@gmail.com
The Petersham Tree Warden will hold a public tree hearing on 12/8/21 3PM at Quaker Drive NECO Pole# 11 for one Red Oak 30" Dia. The tree will be flagged with pink surveyor's tape and orange stump DOT paint. Any objections must be in writing prior to the hearing date. Any concerns, please contact the
Petersham Tree Warden.
Email: Haymaker.smith@gmail.com
ELECTRONICS RECYCLING SATURDAYS
NOVEMBER 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021
9:00 a.m. – 2 p.m.
PETERSHAM Transfer Station (122).
For more details, click here
NOVEMBER 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021
9:00 a.m. – 2 p.m.
PETERSHAM Transfer Station (122).
For more details, click here
REMINDER PRELIMINARY REAL ESTATE TAXES
DUE OCTOBER 1, 2021
If you have not received a Real Estate Bill, please contact the Tax Collector at 978-724-6620 or email at petershamtax@verizon.net.
DUE OCTOBER 1, 2021
If you have not received a Real Estate Bill, please contact the Tax Collector at 978-724-6620 or email at petershamtax@verizon.net.
LEGAL NOTICES - TOWN OF PETERSHAM MA
Utility Pole Installation Public Hearing to Abutters of
138 New Athol Rd Nov 30, 2021 5:30 PM
at Petersham Town Hall. For details click here
Tax Classification Public Hearing Nov 30, 2021 6PM
at Petersham Town Hall. For details click here.
Utility Pole Installation Public Hearing to Abutters of
138 New Athol Rd Nov 30, 2021 5:30 PM
at Petersham Town Hall. For details click here
Tax Classification Public Hearing Nov 30, 2021 6PM
at Petersham Town Hall. For details click here.
ALL WELCOME
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
on the NICHEWAUG INN & ACADEMY
Sunday, Nov. 21 at 4 PM
at Town Hall.
Presentation, Q & A.
Please attend in advance of Special Town Meeting on Dec. 6.
See information at this link.
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
on the NICHEWAUG INN & ACADEMY
Sunday, Nov. 21 at 4 PM
at Town Hall.
Presentation, Q & A.
Please attend in advance of Special Town Meeting on Dec. 6.
See information at this link.
ALL WELCOME
Swearing-In Ceremony for New Police Chief Peter Buck
Sunday Nov. 21, at 2 PM
At the Bandstand on the Common.
Will move indoors at Town Hall if weather is bad.
Swearing-In Ceremony for New Police Chief Peter Buck
Sunday Nov. 21, at 2 PM
At the Bandstand on the Common.
Will move indoors at Town Hall if weather is bad.
LOCAL ELECTION - MONDAY NOV 15
For member of the Petersham Selectboard.
Polls open for registered voters
10 AM - 8 PM at Town Hall, 1 South Main Street.
Please see Warrant at this link
and posted at town locations.
For member of the Petersham Selectboard.
Polls open for registered voters
10 AM - 8 PM at Town Hall, 1 South Main Street.
Please see Warrant at this link
and posted at town locations.
MEET THE SELECTBOARD CANDIDATES
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6
4:00 PM at Town Hall main floor
An opportunity for the public to meet and hear from the three candidates running for seat on the Selectboard.
Election day is Monday, Nov. 15, 10 AM - 8 PM.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6
4:00 PM at Town Hall main floor
An opportunity for the public to meet and hear from the three candidates running for seat on the Selectboard.
Election day is Monday, Nov. 15, 10 AM - 8 PM.
NICHEWAUG INN & ACADEMY COMMITTEE RECOMENDATIONS
The Nichewaug Inn & Academy Committee submitted its recommendations to the Selectboard on Monday, 25 October 2021.
Click the following link to access the recommendations:
NIAC Final Recommendations to the Petersham Selectboard
The NIAC also sent to the Selectboard wording for 2 Warrant Articles for the upcoming Special Town Meeting on 6 December 2021. Those articles can be found here: NIAC Request for Warrant Articles at December Special Town Meeting
The Nichewaug Inn & Academy Committee submitted its recommendations to the Selectboard on Monday, 25 October 2021.
Click the following link to access the recommendations:
NIAC Final Recommendations to the Petersham Selectboard
The NIAC also sent to the Selectboard wording for 2 Warrant Articles for the upcoming Special Town Meeting on 6 December 2021. Those articles can be found here: NIAC Request for Warrant Articles at December Special Town Meeting
SPECIAL TOWN ELECTION
MONDAY, NOV 15, 2021
Candidates may obtain Nomination Papers from the Town Clerk
for the open position of Selectboard member.
The last day to obtain and return Papers is
Monday, Sept 27. The Town Clerk is the only office that
distributes Nomination Papers. Please plan accordingly.
Town Clerk Diana Cooley may be reached at 978-724-6649.
The last day to register to vote for this election is Tuesday, Oct 26.
MONDAY, NOV 15, 2021
Candidates may obtain Nomination Papers from the Town Clerk
for the open position of Selectboard member.
The last day to obtain and return Papers is
Monday, Sept 27. The Town Clerk is the only office that
distributes Nomination Papers. Please plan accordingly.
Town Clerk Diana Cooley may be reached at 978-724-6649.
The last day to register to vote for this election is Tuesday, Oct 26.
2021 HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
Saturday September 25, 2021
GCC Main Campus and Orange Transfer station
Pre-Registration Required by September 17
Details & Registration form here.
Saturday September 25, 2021
GCC Main Campus and Orange Transfer station
Pre-Registration Required by September 17
Details & Registration form here.
TOWN-WIDE TAG SALE PLANNING
UNDERWAY SATURDAY, SEPT. 18
[ Rain Date: Sept. 25 ]
For Petersham Residents & Organizations
On Petersham Common & Across Town
To accommodate all interested, reservations must be made for spots on the Common.
If you are interested in a location on the Common OR to list your address on the Map Hand-out,
leave a message at Petersham Town Office tel. 978-724-3353.
Include your name, choice of location
(on Common or your sale street address) & e-mail address
so we can stay in touch in the coming weeks.
See flyer at this link.
UNDERWAY SATURDAY, SEPT. 18
[ Rain Date: Sept. 25 ]
For Petersham Residents & Organizations
On Petersham Common & Across Town
To accommodate all interested, reservations must be made for spots on the Common.
If you are interested in a location on the Common OR to list your address on the Map Hand-out,
leave a message at Petersham Town Office tel. 978-724-3353.
Include your name, choice of location
(on Common or your sale street address) & e-mail address
so we can stay in touch in the coming weeks.
See flyer at this link.
PUBLIC SHADE TREE HEARING 9/14/21
The Petersham Tree Warden will hold a public shade tree hearing 9/14/2021 on site at pole #7 on Dugway Road in Petersham. The damaged tree is a 10" sugar maple and is marked with pink tree paint. Any objections have to be in writing prior to the hearing and delivered to the Petersham Town Office addressed to the Tree Warden.
The Petersham Tree Warden will hold a public shade tree hearing 9/14/2021 on site at pole #7 on Dugway Road in Petersham. The damaged tree is a 10" sugar maple and is marked with pink tree paint. Any objections have to be in writing prior to the hearing and delivered to the Petersham Town Office addressed to the Tree Warden.
RESIDENT OPT OUT OF AERIAL EEE MOSQUITO SPRAY
Residents can choose to opt their properties out of the
State's EEE aerial mosquito control spray program by contacting:
https://www.mass.gov/how-to/how-to-request-an-exclusion-or-opt-out-from-wide-area-pesticide-applications
Residents may also choose to inform the town of their decision
so as to be included in the '2021 Town Opt Out Map & List'
by relaying your name & address to the
Selectboard Office at 978-724-3353.
Residents can choose to opt their properties out of the
State's EEE aerial mosquito control spray program by contacting:
https://www.mass.gov/how-to/how-to-request-an-exclusion-or-opt-out-from-wide-area-pesticide-applications
Residents may also choose to inform the town of their decision
so as to be included in the '2021 Town Opt Out Map & List'
by relaying your name & address to the
Selectboard Office at 978-724-3353.
RESIDENTS CAN TAKE THE 2021 MASS.
STATEWIDE BICYCLE SURVEY
The Mass. Department of Transportation is conducting a survey to learn more about why & when residents ride bicycles.
All residents are invited to take the survey whether they
bike a lot, a little, or not at all.
The survey should take about 5-10 minutes to complete.
MassDOT is hoping to get feedback from many residents.
To participate, please click on the link here.
STATEWIDE BICYCLE SURVEY
The Mass. Department of Transportation is conducting a survey to learn more about why & when residents ride bicycles.
All residents are invited to take the survey whether they
bike a lot, a little, or not at all.
The survey should take about 5-10 minutes to complete.
MassDOT is hoping to get feedback from many residents.
To participate, please click on the link here.
NICHEWAUG INN SURVEY UPDATE
The Nichewaug Inn & Academy Committee 2020, working with
the MRPC, has released the results of last fall's public opinion survey on the Inn & Academy property – For details click here.
The Nichewaug Inn & Academy Committee 2020, working with
the MRPC, has released the results of last fall's public opinion survey on the Inn & Academy property – For details click here.
TOWN CLERKS OFFICE UPDATE
The Town Clerk's office will be closed Monday Aug 9, 2021
The Town Clerk's office will be closed Monday Aug 9, 2021
TREE WARDEN PUBLIC HEARING
The Petersham Tree Warden will hold a public hearing for one 24" DBH sugar maple in the Ledgeville cemetery in East st Petersham on 8/4/2021@6PM. The tree will be marked with an orange stump ot and flagged. Any objections must be in writing prior to the hearing, and delivered to the town office no later than 8/3/2021.
The Petersham Tree Warden will hold a public hearing for one 24" DBH sugar maple in the Ledgeville cemetery in East st Petersham on 8/4/2021@6PM. The tree will be marked with an orange stump ot and flagged. Any objections must be in writing prior to the hearing, and delivered to the town office no later than 8/3/2021.
PETERSHAM ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
Monday, June 21
7:00 PM at Town Hall
Preceded by a Special Town Meeting.
All registered voters welcome -
come help make the quorum!
Warrant & Budget Report is posted here.
Monday, June 21
7:00 PM at Town Hall
Preceded by a Special Town Meeting.
All registered voters welcome -
come help make the quorum!
Warrant & Budget Report is posted here.
COME LEARN PICKLEBALL !
This Friday (6/18) from 5PM to 6PM
The Open Space & Recreation Committee will host a beginners clinic to learn Pickleball
(resembles tennis but players use paddles to hit a perforated plastic ball over a net) in gym at Petersham Center School.
Space is limited so RSVP to anniewoolsey2@verizon.net by Thursday at 5PM.
All you need to bring is non-marking shoes.
Come join the fun !
This Friday (6/18) from 5PM to 6PM
The Open Space & Recreation Committee will host a beginners clinic to learn Pickleball
(resembles tennis but players use paddles to hit a perforated plastic ball over a net) in gym at Petersham Center School.
Space is limited so RSVP to anniewoolsey2@verizon.net by Thursday at 5PM.
All you need to bring is non-marking shoes.
Come join the fun !
TOWN TREE PRUNING AND REMOVAL
Residents please note that during May-June
National Grid, working with the Petersham Tree Warden,
will be handling tree pruning & removal on
Hardwick Rd.-Rte. 32A / North Main St.-Rte. 32
/Popple Camp Rd.-Rte. 101.
Drivers: Be extra mindful of workers on those roads.
Residents please note that during May-June
National Grid, working with the Petersham Tree Warden,
will be handling tree pruning & removal on
Hardwick Rd.-Rte. 32A / North Main St.-Rte. 32
/Popple Camp Rd.-Rte. 101.
Drivers: Be extra mindful of workers on those roads.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
.The Selectboard will conduct a Hearing at
6:00 PM, Tuesday June 8, 2021,
to review a Right of Way Layout Plan for Glen Valley Road.
For information and meeting access, please go to this link.
.The Selectboard will conduct a Hearing at
6:00 PM, Tuesday June 8, 2021,
to review a Right of Way Layout Plan for Glen Valley Road.
For information and meeting access, please go to this link.
PETERSHAM MEMORIAL DAY 2021 CEREMONY
Monday, May 31, 2021
9:30 AM
LIne forms at the Town Flag,
Petersham South Common, West Street
For the Ceremony Program, please see link here.
Monday, May 31, 2021
9:30 AM
LIne forms at the Town Flag,
Petersham South Common, West Street
For the Ceremony Program, please see link here.
TOWN ELECTION UPDATE
The Annual Town Election has been rescheduled from
March 1, 2021 to May 17, 2021.
Voting hours are 10AM to 8PM
at the upper level of the Town Hall.
The Annual Town Election has been rescheduled from
March 1, 2021 to May 17, 2021.
Voting hours are 10AM to 8PM
at the upper level of the Town Hall.
COVID VACCINES AVAILABLE TO ALL OVER AGE 16
Trust The Facts. Get the Vax.
www.rrecc.us/vaccines for appointments at Rutland Public Library.
May 3 appointments open for J&J, one dose;
May 4 appointments for Pfizer, 2 dose
More appointments opening soon for Pfizer., when red turns to green on website. Scroll down to see available times.
Trust The Facts. Get the Vax.
www.rrecc.us/vaccines for appointments at Rutland Public Library.
May 3 appointments open for J&J, one dose;
May 4 appointments for Pfizer, 2 dose
More appointments opening soon for Pfizer., when red turns to green on website. Scroll down to see available times.
ANNUAL 2021 LOCAL ELECTION INFORMATION
Nomination papers for the Annual Town Election,
to be held on May 17, 2021, are now available. They may be obtained at the Town Clerk’s Office until Monday, March 29, 2021, at 5:00 PM, or at the Selectboard's Office.
They must be returned by Monday, March 29, 2021, at 5:00 PM.
The last day to register to vote is April 27, 2021.
Please go to this LINK for more information.
The Town Clerk’s Office is open Mondays from 5:30 PM – 7 PM.
Due to the present circumstances, the Town Hall is not open to the public.
Please contact the Town Clerk at 978-724-6649 – you can leave a message on the machine
or email at petershamtownclerk@verizon.net.
Nomination papers for the Annual Town Election,
to be held on May 17, 2021, are now available. They may be obtained at the Town Clerk’s Office until Monday, March 29, 2021, at 5:00 PM, or at the Selectboard's Office.
They must be returned by Monday, March 29, 2021, at 5:00 PM.
The last day to register to vote is April 27, 2021.
Please go to this LINK for more information.
The Town Clerk’s Office is open Mondays from 5:30 PM – 7 PM.
Due to the present circumstances, the Town Hall is not open to the public.
Please contact the Town Clerk at 978-724-6649 – you can leave a message on the machine
or email at petershamtownclerk@verizon.net.
PETERSHAM CENTER SCHOOL PART-TIME POSITIONS
PCS has open positions for a part-time custodian
and part-time cafeteria worker. For details click on the following links: Custodian Cafeteria Worker
PCS has open positions for a part-time custodian
and part-time cafeteria worker. For details click on the following links: Custodian Cafeteria Worker
NICHEWAUG INN & ACADEMY OUTDOOR MEETING
The Nichewaug Inn & Academy Committee
Invite you to an in-person, socially distanced, outdoor meeting
on the grounds of the town’s Nichewaug Inn & Academy property
to explore how the property might be able to become a community asset.
Monday, May 10th, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Walk the grounds and attend an informational Q and A .
Bring a chair and insect repellent!
Questions? Email NichProp@outlook.com
The Nichewaug Inn & Academy Committee
Invite you to an in-person, socially distanced, outdoor meeting
on the grounds of the town’s Nichewaug Inn & Academy property
to explore how the property might be able to become a community asset.
Monday, May 10th, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Walk the grounds and attend an informational Q and A .
Bring a chair and insect repellent!
Questions? Email NichProp@outlook.com
EARLY / ABSENTEE BALLOTS ARE AVAILABLE
Early/Absentee ballots are available for the May 17, 2021 Annual Town Election. Applications available here, must be received no later than May 11, 2021 at 5:00 pm. Applications may be mailed, emailed to petershamtownclerk@verizon.net or put into the drop box at the front door of the office building. You may make an appointment and vote in person at the Town Clerk's Office.
For questions, please call 978-724-6649.
Early/Absentee ballots are available for the May 17, 2021 Annual Town Election. Applications available here, must be received no later than May 11, 2021 at 5:00 pm. Applications may be mailed, emailed to petershamtownclerk@verizon.net or put into the drop box at the front door of the office building. You may make an appointment and vote in person at the Town Clerk's Office.
For questions, please call 978-724-6649.
COVID VACCINE AGE ELIGIBILITY UPDATE
On Monday, April 19, everyone over the age of 16 in Massachusetts will be allowed to receive a coronavirus vaccine. However, people who will become newly eligible on Monday should expect it may take several weeks to book an appointment.
On Monday, April 19, everyone over the age of 16 in Massachusetts will be allowed to receive a coronavirus vaccine. However, people who will become newly eligible on Monday should expect it may take several weeks to book an appointment.
APRIL 13 J&J COVID VACCINE UPDATE
The Rutland vaccine clinic is administering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine which the CDC & FDA has ordered halted due to an “abundance of caution”.
Further communication will be forthcoming via email for those who had appointments scheduled.
The Rutland vaccine clinic is administering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine which the CDC & FDA has ordered halted due to an “abundance of caution”.
Further communication will be forthcoming via email for those who had appointments scheduled.
SPRING STREET CLEANING
The sweeper is scheduled to be in town the week of April 19 to sweep around the center of town and the school, weather permitting.
The sweeper is scheduled to be in town the week of April 19 to sweep around the center of town and the school, weather permitting.
PETERSHAM TREE HEARING
The Petersham Tree Warden will hold a public hearing
on 4/12/2021 (5PM) at #9 Hardwick Rd for one Red Oak.
Details can be found here.
The Petersham Tree Warden will hold a public hearing
on 4/12/2021 (5PM) at #9 Hardwick Rd for one Red Oak.
Details can be found here.
UPTICK IN COVID CASES IN PETERSHAM
There is currently an uptick in Covid cases in Petersham.
The Board of Health strongly urges residents to get vaccinated as they become eligible. Mask and distance and stay vigilant!
There is currently an uptick in Covid cases in Petersham.
The Board of Health strongly urges residents to get vaccinated as they become eligible. Mask and distance and stay vigilant!
COVID VACCINES FOR ELIGIBLE GROUP
(65+ or 2 co-morbidities)
For interested PETERSHAM RESIDENTS,
call Petersham Board of Health 978-724-0057 or 978 724-3564 for appointment registration, as supply allows
in Rutland Regional Center.
(65+ or 2 co-morbidities)
For interested PETERSHAM RESIDENTS,
call Petersham Board of Health 978-724-0057 or 978 724-3564 for appointment registration, as supply allows
in Rutland Regional Center.
PETERSHAM RESIDENTS ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE COVID-19 VACCINES
Petersham residents eligible to receive COVID 19 vaccines
can contact the Regional Center at www.rrecc.us/vaccine for appointments. Petersham is one of the towns being served by this regional center. Those in phase 2, group 2 (65+ or with 2 comorbidities... see mass.gov/covid vaccines for qualifying conditions) are able to sign up for appointments becoming available March 4. When the dates change from red to green, you can sign up.
Anyone wanting help with the signup or needing transportation should call the Petersham Board of Health office at 978 724-0057 and leave a message. The state is concentrating vaccine immunizations at the regional centers and mass sites. Local clinics will no longer be available EXCEPT THOSE THAT ARE SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 13 FOR THEIR SECOND SHOT.
Petersham residents eligible to receive COVID 19 vaccines
can contact the Regional Center at www.rrecc.us/vaccine for appointments. Petersham is one of the towns being served by this regional center. Those in phase 2, group 2 (65+ or with 2 comorbidities... see mass.gov/covid vaccines for qualifying conditions) are able to sign up for appointments becoming available March 4. When the dates change from red to green, you can sign up.
Anyone wanting help with the signup or needing transportation should call the Petersham Board of Health office at 978 724-0057 and leave a message. The state is concentrating vaccine immunizations at the regional centers and mass sites. Local clinics will no longer be available EXCEPT THOSE THAT ARE SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 13 FOR THEIR SECOND SHOT.
FREE WELL WATER TESTING FOR PFAS
MassDEP is offering private well owners an opportunity to receive free testing for PFAS (Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) compounds in communities where 60% or more of the consumers use private wells, like Petersham.
The link to apply for free sampling is here.
For more information about the program, see their FAQ here.
MassDEP is offering private well owners an opportunity to receive free testing for PFAS (Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) compounds in communities where 60% or more of the consumers use private wells, like Petersham.
The link to apply for free sampling is here.
For more information about the program, see their FAQ here.
2021 Transfer Station Permits Now on Sale
All residents are required to have 2020-21 Permit stickers
on their vehicles for Transfer Station use beginning Oct 1.
Please click here for Procedures & Form for purchasing your sticker.
For more information about the Transfer Station, please click here
All residents are required to have 2020-21 Permit stickers
on their vehicles for Transfer Station use beginning Oct 1.
Please click here for Procedures & Form for purchasing your sticker.
For more information about the Transfer Station, please click here
TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE - CLOSED APRIL 5
If you need anything, please call the office at 978-724-6649
and leave a message on the answering machine or
email the request to petershamtownclerk@verizon.net.
If you need anything, please call the office at 978-724-6649
and leave a message on the answering machine or
email the request to petershamtownclerk@verizon.net.
NATIONAL GRID TREE REMOVAL REQUEST
A Public Hearing is scheduled to review a request from National Grid to remove public roadside trees near 95 Birch Drive for the purpose of electric line installation to new residence on Tues., Feb 23, at 5:00 PM, at Petersham Town Hall, main floor, and via
remote access at GoToMeeting.com:
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/561795741
or by phone at:
Tel: 1-646-749-3122 / Access Code: 561-795-741
Trees may be viewed in person and via documentation at this link.
A Public Hearing is scheduled to review a request from National Grid to remove public roadside trees near 95 Birch Drive for the purpose of electric line installation to new residence on Tues., Feb 23, at 5:00 PM, at Petersham Town Hall, main floor, and via
remote access at GoToMeeting.com:
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/561795741
or by phone at:
Tel: 1-646-749-3122 / Access Code: 561-795-741
Trees may be viewed in person and via documentation at this link.
NICHEWAUG INN & ACADEMY PROPERTY
Public Information Meeting on the 2020 Opinion Survey
Wednesday, February 24th
6:30 pm
Please attend this virtual meeting!
MRPC’s presentation has now been posted here.
Click here for details.
Public Information Meeting on the 2020 Opinion Survey
Wednesday, February 24th
6:30 pm
Please attend this virtual meeting!
MRPC’s presentation has now been posted here.
Click here for details.
REQUEST FOR BIDS NOTICE
PETERSHAM CARE OF CEMETERIES CONTRACT
Interested parties may contact the Town at
978-724-3353 or
petershambosoffice@gmail.com
to receive Bid Package Specifications.
PETERSHAM CARE OF CEMETERIES CONTRACT
Interested parties may contact the Town at
978-724-3353 or
petershambosoffice@gmail.com
to receive Bid Package Specifications.
2021 RABIES CLINIC FOR CATS & DOGS
Sunday, Feb 21 (Snow date Sunday, Feb 28)
Starting at 10:00 AM. By appointment only due to
COVID-19 precautions.
Location: Petersham Highway Barn at 31 South Street.
Dogs must be double leashed. Cats must be in cat carriers.
All persons must follow COVID-19 masking and
distancing precautions.
Open to residents and non-residents.
MUST SUBMIT REGISTRATION FORM - At this link.
Sunday, Feb 21 (Snow date Sunday, Feb 28)
Starting at 10:00 AM. By appointment only due to
COVID-19 precautions.
Location: Petersham Highway Barn at 31 South Street.
Dogs must be double leashed. Cats must be in cat carriers.
All persons must follow COVID-19 masking and
distancing precautions.
Open to residents and non-residents.
MUST SUBMIT REGISTRATION FORM - At this link.
NOTICE OF ROADSIDE TREE WORK
Residents please note that roadside tree maintenance
pruning will occur on EAST STREET in the coming weeks.
Please be extra mindful of the workers
when driving on that road.
Residents please note that roadside tree maintenance
pruning will occur on EAST STREET in the coming weeks.
Please be extra mindful of the workers
when driving on that road.
CULTURAL COUNCIL UPDATE
The new deadline to apply for grants is
Dec 14, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Applications are done on line here.
The new deadline to apply for grants is
Dec 14, 2020 at 11:59PM.
Applications are done on line here.
NOTICE OF POST-ELECTION
BALLOT COUNTING
See details at this link for date & process of counting
Election Ballots returned by mail for State Election and
received up to 5:00PM on Nov.6th if postmarked by Nov. 3rd.
On Nov. 9 at 6:00PM, at Petersham Town Hall.
BALLOT COUNTING
See details at this link for date & process of counting
Election Ballots returned by mail for State Election and
received up to 5:00PM on Nov.6th if postmarked by Nov. 3rd.
On Nov. 9 at 6:00PM, at Petersham Town Hall.
FREE COVID-19 TESTING at NORTH QUABBIN COMMONS
For details click here.
For details click here.
EARLY & ABSENTEE VOTING Information
for NOV 3rd ELECTION
Early voting will be held at main floor of Town Hall.
> Early Voting Days & Hours here.
> Vote by Mail application here.
A secure Lock Box for Drop Off Ballots is located at the
Town Office Building, 3 South Main Street to the left of the
front door. It is emptied multiple times each work day.
Voting on Nov. 3: Polls open 7 AM - 8 PM
Main floor of Town Hall
NICHEWAUG INN & ACADEMY SURVEY
The Nichewaug Inn & Academy Committee 2020, working with the MRPC, is releasing a public opinion survey on the Nichewaug Inn & Academy property on the town Common – click here.
Survey deadline extended to October 29 at noon.
The Nichewaug Inn & Academy Committee 2020, working with the MRPC, is releasing a public opinion survey on the Nichewaug Inn & Academy property on the town Common – click here.
Survey deadline extended to October 29 at noon.
REAL ESTATE TAXES DUE
Reminder: Real estate taxes are due Oct 1, 2020
Reminder: Real estate taxes are due Oct 1, 2020
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Please Note:
The exterior Drop Box at Town Offices will be unavailable from
Saturday, Oct. 31, 5:00 PM to Sunday, Nov. 1, 9:00 AM.
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Please Note:
The exterior Drop Box at Town Offices will be unavailable from
Saturday, Oct. 31, 5:00 PM to Sunday, Nov. 1, 9:00 AM.
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HALLOWEEN IN PETERSHAM
Saturday, October 31
Trick or Treating
5PM - 6:30 PM ONLY
Masks required (of course!) :)
For additional details, click here.
For Safety Steps to Follow, click here.
Saturday, October 31
Trick or Treating
5PM - 6:30 PM ONLY
Masks required (of course!) :)
For additional details, click here.
For Safety Steps to Follow, click here.
2020 Election Early Voting Information
> Vote by Mail application here
> Sept 1 Primary Early Voting Hours here
> Warrant for 2020 State Primary is here
> State Primary Specimen Ballots are here
Final day to register to vote is Sat Aug 22, 2020 at Town Hall
from 2PM - 4PM & 6PM - 8PM.
Note: A Secure Lock Box for Drop Off Ballots is located at
the Town Office Building at 3 South Main Street to
the left of the front door. It is emptied multiple times
each work day.
> Vote by Mail application here
> Sept 1 Primary Early Voting Hours here
> Warrant for 2020 State Primary is here
> State Primary Specimen Ballots are here
Final day to register to vote is Sat Aug 22, 2020 at Town Hall
from 2PM - 4PM & 6PM - 8PM.
Note: A Secure Lock Box for Drop Off Ballots is located at
the Town Office Building at 3 South Main Street to
the left of the front door. It is emptied multiple times
each work day.
2020 HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
Saturday September 26, 2020
GCC Main Campus and Orange Transfer station
Pre-Registration Required by September 18
Details & Registration form here.
Note: If you registered between August 11th and 17th your registration info has been lost and you need to register again.
Saturday September 26, 2020
GCC Main Campus and Orange Transfer station
Pre-Registration Required by September 18
Details & Registration form here.
Note: If you registered between August 11th and 17th your registration info has been lost and you need to register again.
MassDOT Notice of Public Hearing Webinar
Project File No. 608850
Friday July 17, 2020
For details, please click here.
Project File No. 608850
Friday July 17, 2020
For details, please click here.
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Petersham 2020 Annual Town Meeting
MONDAY, JUNE 29
7:00 PM
Town Hall indoor & outdoor seating options.
Due to COVID-19, precautions will be in place –
Indoor & outdoor seating with distancing;
entering & exiting controls; masks required
Attend to vote on your annual Town Budget.
See Town Meeting Warrant Articles & Budget here.
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Petersham 2020 Annual Town Meeting
MONDAY, JUNE 29
7:00 PM
Town Hall indoor & outdoor seating options.
Due to COVID-19, precautions will be in place –
Indoor & outdoor seating with distancing;
entering & exiting controls; masks required
Attend to vote on your annual Town Budget.
See Town Meeting Warrant Articles & Budget here.
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Petersham 2020 Local Election
MONDAY, JUNE 22
Polls open 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Main floor of Petersham Town Hall.
See Election Ballot at this link.
MONDAY, JUNE 22
Polls open 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Main floor of Petersham Town Hall.
See Election Ballot at this link.
Public Notice
Due to COVID19 public health emergency,
the quorum requirements for Town Meeting have been reviewed.
A vote to modify the quorum will be held
at the Selectboard meeting of June 9, 2020 at 6:00 PM
Please see link for more information.
Due to COVID19 public health emergency,
the quorum requirements for Town Meeting have been reviewed.
A vote to modify the quorum will be held
at the Selectboard meeting of June 9, 2020 at 6:00 PM
Please see link for more information.
Broadband Project Construction Restarts
on Tuesday, April 28
for more information go to this link.
and visit www.connectingpetersham.com
on Tuesday, April 28
for more information go to this link.
and visit www.connectingpetersham.com
Notice of Tax Payments Deadline Extension
Due to COVID-19, the deadline for
property, personal, and auto excise taxes
has been extended to JUNE 1, 2020.
Go to this link for more information.
Due to COVID-19, the deadline for
property, personal, and auto excise taxes
has been extended to JUNE 1, 2020.
Go to this link for more information.
Petersham Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2020
At Petersham South Common, West Street
9:00 AM ~ Raise the Town Flag to Half Mast.
12:00 Noon ~ Raise Town Flag to Full Mast;
Singing of the National Anthem.
Please honor those who served and visit the Town cemeteries
on your own this year.
Monday, May 25, 2020
At Petersham South Common, West Street
9:00 AM ~ Raise the Town Flag to Half Mast.
12:00 Noon ~ Raise Town Flag to Full Mast;
Singing of the National Anthem.
Please honor those who served and visit the Town cemeteries
on your own this year.
Town Office Hours Effective March 16
Due to the ongoing public health issues,
Please note Town Office hours as follows:
Selectboard Office will remain open to the public
Mon.-Thurs., 8 AM-4 PM, as usual.
(Hours are subject to change.)
All OTHER Town Office Depts. are closed to the public
until further notice.
Please CALL or E-MAIL individual Depts. directly
and leave a message with your contact information.
All phone numbers/e-mails can be found on this web site.
Thank you for your patience.
Due to the ongoing public health issues,
Please note Town Office hours as follows:
Selectboard Office will remain open to the public
Mon.-Thurs., 8 AM-4 PM, as usual.
(Hours are subject to change.)
All OTHER Town Office Depts. are closed to the public
until further notice.
Please CALL or E-MAIL individual Depts. directly
and leave a message with your contact information.
All phone numbers/e-mails can be found on this web site.
Thank you for your patience.
Matrix Broadband Subcribers
If you have NOT received an invoice for your 2nd payment
Please click here for details.
If you have NOT received an invoice for your 2nd payment
Please click here for details.
Town Job Position Opening
The Regional Building Commissioner job position is open for interested persons.
The position serves four towns:
Barre, Hardwick, New Braintree, Petersham.
For more information, please contact the Town of Barre via this link.
The Regional Building Commissioner job position is open for interested persons.
The position serves four towns:
Barre, Hardwick, New Braintree, Petersham.
For more information, please contact the Town of Barre via this link.
Presidential Primary
A summary of the election results can be found here
A summary of the election results can be found here
The Town of Petersham FY2020 Tax rate is $17.37 per
thousand of value. Tax Bills will be due and payable
April 1st, 2020.
For more details, click here.
thousand of value. Tax Bills will be due and payable
April 1st, 2020.
For more details, click here.
Public Hearing for Glenn Valley Bridge Project
Thursday, April 2, 6:00 PM
With MassDOT and Highway Dept.
Town Hall Lower Level
All welcome
Thursday, April 2, 6:00 PM
With MassDOT and Highway Dept.
Town Hall Lower Level
All welcome
Broadband Conduit Begins on the Common
Common St. will be closed to thru traffic beginning Mon., March 16, for trench & conduit construction for
the town-wide broadband network.
Library patrons please park along North Main Street
and the South Common/Flagpole area as much as possible
Common St. will be closed to thru traffic beginning Mon., March 16, for trench & conduit construction for
the town-wide broadband network.
Library patrons please park along North Main Street
and the South Common/Flagpole area as much as possible
Petersham Review of Possible Right to Farm Bylaw
Public Information Meeting
Saturday February 1, 3:30 PM
Petersham Town Hall, lower level
All welcome to discuss possibly adding to Town Bylaws.
Note: In the event of inclement weather: Sat., Feb. 8, 3:30 PM
Public Information Meeting
Saturday February 1, 3:30 PM
Petersham Town Hall, lower level
All welcome to discuss possibly adding to Town Bylaws.
Note: In the event of inclement weather: Sat., Feb. 8, 3:30 PM
ANNUAL RABIES CLINIC
SATURDAY January 25, 2020
(snow date) January 26,2020
For more details, click here.
SATURDAY January 25, 2020
(snow date) January 26,2020
For more details, click here.
PETERSHAM TOWN-WIDE BROADBAND
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
SATURDAY January 25, 4:00 PM
Petersham Town Hall
All welcome for project updates, information, Q&A.
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
SATURDAY January 25, 4:00 PM
Petersham Town Hall
All welcome for project updates, information, Q&A.
Petersham Transfer Station Yellow stickers
are No Longer Valid after Sept 30, 2019.
You can purchase them at the town office building
Monday - Thursday 8am - 4pm
Or purchase them by mail here.
are No Longer Valid after Sept 30, 2019.
You can purchase them at the town office building
Monday - Thursday 8am - 4pm
Or purchase them by mail here.
PUBLIC HEARING
Classification Factor for Assessment of
FY2020 Real Estate Taxes
Continuation to Weds, Oct 30 3PM
Details here
Classification Factor for Assessment of
FY2020 Real Estate Taxes
Continuation to Weds, Oct 30 3PM
Details here
HALLOWEEN IN PETERSHAM
*** PLEASE NOTE ***
Because of inclement weather on Thursday
Halloween has been rescheduled to 4:30PM
Saturday Nov 2, 2019
Detailed schedule is here.
*** PLEASE NOTE ***
Because of inclement weather on Thursday
Halloween has been rescheduled to 4:30PM
Saturday Nov 2, 2019
Detailed schedule is here.
Job Offering
Part Time Police Officer – Petersham, MA
The Town of Petersham is seeking qualified candidates for
part time Police Officers.
Please see more information here.
Part Time Police Officer – Petersham, MA
The Town of Petersham is seeking qualified candidates for
part time Police Officers.
Please see more information here.
Job Offering
at Petersham Highway Department
The Highway Department is seeking qualified persons for
Truck Driver position for seasonal plowing and snow & ice removal.
Applicants must hold a Class B commercial driver's license.
On call, part-time status for winter season work.
Please see more information here.
at Petersham Highway Department
The Highway Department is seeking qualified persons for
Truck Driver position for seasonal plowing and snow & ice removal.
Applicants must hold a Class B commercial driver's license.
On call, part-time status for winter season work.
Please see more information here.
TOWN HALL LIFT Request for Bids
Project Specifications for Petersham's Town Hall
Handicap Lift Project are available for interested bidders.
Bids due by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27, 2019.
Please see information here.
Project Specifications for Petersham's Town Hall
Handicap Lift Project are available for interested bidders.
Bids due by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27, 2019.
Please see information here.
Petersham Road Paving Notice
Roads will be open but Expect Delays
Sep 24 - Oliver & West Streets
Sep 25 - Nelson Street
Roads will be open but Expect Delays
Sep 24 - Oliver & West Streets
Sep 25 - Nelson Street
Aug 26, 2019
Special Election Results here
Special Election Results here
2019 HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
September 21, 2019
Collection sites at GCC and Orange Transfer station
Click Here for details
September 21, 2019
Collection sites at GCC and Orange Transfer station
Click Here for details
Petersham Town-wide Broadband
Public Information Meeting SATURDAY, SEPT. 21 4:00 PM
Petersham Town Hall, lower Level
Project updates, information on connecting & hardware, review for underground conduit, and more.
Bring your questions.
All welcome ~ light refreshments.
Public Information Meeting SATURDAY, SEPT. 21 4:00 PM
Petersham Town Hall, lower Level
Project updates, information on connecting & hardware, review for underground conduit, and more.
Bring your questions.
All welcome ~ light refreshments.
ANNUAL TOWN-WIDE TAG SALE
Saturday, Sept 14
On Petersham Common and all around town.
Sign up in the Town Office if you'd like to be a seller.
Free, all residents & local organization welcome to sell.
Click Here for details
Saturday, Sept 14
On Petersham Common and all around town.
Sign up in the Town Office if you'd like to be a seller.
Free, all residents & local organization welcome to sell.
Click Here for details
ABSENTEE BALLOTS
Absentee ballots for the August 26th special elections are available in the Petersham Town Clerk's Office. Voters who are unable to vote at the polls on Election Day due to (1) absence from town during the hours the polls are open; (2) physical disability preventing you from going to the polling place; or (3) religious belief, may apply for an absent ballot.
Absentee ballots must be requested in writing by either the voter or the voter's family member.
Click here to download the application.
Please contact the Town Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649 or petershamtownclerk@verizon.net for further information.
Absentee ballots for the August 26th special elections are available in the Petersham Town Clerk's Office. Voters who are unable to vote at the polls on Election Day due to (1) absence from town during the hours the polls are open; (2) physical disability preventing you from going to the polling place; or (3) religious belief, may apply for an absent ballot.
Absentee ballots must be requested in writing by either the voter or the voter's family member.
Click here to download the application.
Please contact the Town Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649 or petershamtownclerk@verizon.net for further information.
BOARD OF ASSESSORS OFFICE HOURS
The Assessor's Office will be
CLOSED week of August 5th - 9th
for continuing education
The Assessor's Office will be
CLOSED week of August 5th - 9th
for continuing education
ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION RESULTS
The March 4, 2019 Annual Town Election results
can be found on the Elections & Voting page.
The March 4, 2019 Annual Town Election results
can be found on the Elections & Voting page.
PETERSHAM COUNCIL ON AGING
Petersham Council on Aging June 2019 newsletter is now available on the Council on Aging page.
Petersham Council on Aging June 2019 newsletter is now available on the Council on Aging page.
TAX COLLECTOR & BOARD OF HEALTH OFFICE HOURS
Tax Collector’s Office and Board of Health will be closed
Monday June 17, 2019.
Tax Collector’s Office and Board of Health will be closed
Monday June 17, 2019.
ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
Monday, June 3, 7:30 PM, at Town Hall
You can help make the quorum.
A PDF of the Meeting Warrant & Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Report is available here.
Hard copies of the Report are available at town locations
and will be available at Town Meeting.
Monday, June 3, 7:30 PM, at Town Hall
You can help make the quorum.
A PDF of the Meeting Warrant & Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Report is available here.
Hard copies of the Report are available at town locations
and will be available at Town Meeting.
All welcome - Public Information Meeting
Preview the FY2020 Town Budget &
Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Tuesday, May 21, 6:30 PM, at lower Town Hall.
Reminder: Town Meeting is Monday, June 3, 7:30 PM
at Town Hall. You can help make the quorum.
Preview the FY2020 Town Budget &
Annual Town Meeting Warrant
Tuesday, May 21, 6:30 PM, at lower Town Hall.
Reminder: Town Meeting is Monday, June 3, 7:30 PM
at Town Hall. You can help make the quorum.
TOWN HALL LIFT PROJECT
Project Specifications for Petersham's Town Hall Handicap Lift Project are available for interested bidders by contacting the
Administrative Coordinator in the Town Office building,
978-724-3353.
Project Specifications for Petersham's Town Hall Handicap Lift Project are available for interested bidders by contacting the
Administrative Coordinator in the Town Office building,
978-724-3353.
WOOD BANK VOLUNTEER DAY
All volunteers welcome for splitting and stacking wood.
Saturday, May 11, 2019
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
At Petersham Transfer Station (off of Route 122 near Harvard Pond). All ages welcome; dress appropriately, bring water & food if you need it. Stay for an hour, stay for the afternoon -- many hands make light work!
All volunteers welcome for splitting and stacking wood.
Saturday, May 11, 2019
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
At Petersham Transfer Station (off of Route 122 near Harvard Pond). All ages welcome; dress appropriately, bring water & food if you need it. Stay for an hour, stay for the afternoon -- many hands make light work!
BROADBAND INFORMATION UPDATE
Broadband Informational Meeting
Saturday, May 11, 2019
4:00PM - 5:00 PM
Click on the link below for additional information.
Broadband meeting
Broadband Informational Meeting
Saturday, May 11, 2019
4:00PM - 5:00 PM
Click on the link below for additional information.
Broadband meeting
OPEN BURNING PERMITS
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
SPRING STREET CLEANING
The sweeper is scheduled to be in town Wednesday April 17 and/or Thursday April18 to sweep around the center of town and the school, weather permitting.
The sweeper is scheduled to be in town Wednesday April 17 and/or Thursday April18 to sweep around the center of town and the school, weather permitting.
(Please Note: The Office Assistant opening was filled in May 2019)
EMPLOYMENT - OFFICE ASSISTANT
The Town of Petersham is a seeking a part-time Office Assistant for approximately 14-18 hours per week.
Additional information can be found on the Employment page.
EMPLOYMENT PAGE
Town of Petersham Part-time Office Assistant
Office of the Selectboard
The Town of Petersham, MA is a seeking a part-time Office Assistant for approximately 14-18 hours per week. This position will perform various office support duties working with the Administrative Coordinator for the Selectboard and other town departments and committees. Candidate must have effective verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; be detail oriented; and enjoy working with the public. Administrative computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office software a must. All candidates must have minimum of a high school diploma or GED. The work schedule allows for some flexibility and the final schedule and quantity of hours per week will be determined with the successful candidate. Starting wage rate of $12-$14 per hour depending upon qualifications. Interested persons should deliver cover letter and resume to Attn: Sherry Berube, Administrative Coordinator, Town of Petersham, 3 South Main Street, P.O. Box 486, Petersham, MA 01366 or e-mail directly to attn. Ms. Berube at: petershamofficeasst@gmail.com. Submissions are due by April 1, 2019. Position will remain open until filled. The Town of Petersham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Opportunities for employment with the Town are based upon merit without regard to age, disability, gender, national origin, race, or religious beliefs.
EMPLOYMENT - OFFICE ASSISTANT
The Town of Petersham is a seeking a part-time Office Assistant for approximately 14-18 hours per week.
Additional information can be found on the Employment page.
EMPLOYMENT PAGE
Town of Petersham Part-time Office Assistant
Office of the Selectboard
The Town of Petersham, MA is a seeking a part-time Office Assistant for approximately 14-18 hours per week. This position will perform various office support duties working with the Administrative Coordinator for the Selectboard and other town departments and committees. Candidate must have effective verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; be detail oriented; and enjoy working with the public. Administrative computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office software a must. All candidates must have minimum of a high school diploma or GED. The work schedule allows for some flexibility and the final schedule and quantity of hours per week will be determined with the successful candidate. Starting wage rate of $12-$14 per hour depending upon qualifications. Interested persons should deliver cover letter and resume to Attn: Sherry Berube, Administrative Coordinator, Town of Petersham, 3 South Main Street, P.O. Box 486, Petersham, MA 01366 or e-mail directly to attn. Ms. Berube at: petershamofficeasst@gmail.com. Submissions are due by April 1, 2019. Position will remain open until filled. The Town of Petersham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Opportunities for employment with the Town are based upon merit without regard to age, disability, gender, national origin, race, or religious beliefs.
NEXT PUBLIC FORUM TO EXPLORE POSSIBLE OPTIONS FOR THE NICHEWAUG INN PROPERTY
Please come & participate!
Wednesday, April 10 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
Please come & participate!
Wednesday, April 10 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
ANNUAL RABIES CLINIC & DOG LICENSING
Board of Health – Animal Control Officer - Town Clerk
SATURDAY February 16, 2019
Snow date, February 17, 2019
Petersham Town Barn – 31 South Street
Cats only 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Cats must be in cages
Dogs 11:15 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Dogs must be on a leash
Dr. Heidi Langendoen, DVM & Deb Bachrach
Suggested Donation $12.00 per animal
Board of Health – Animal Control Officer - Town Clerk
SATURDAY February 16, 2019
Snow date, February 17, 2019
Petersham Town Barn – 31 South Street
Cats only 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Cats must be in cages
Dogs 11:15 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Dogs must be on a leash
Dr. Heidi Langendoen, DVM & Deb Bachrach
Suggested Donation $12.00 per animal
BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION - GLEN VALLEY ROAD
Beginning February 11, 2019, the Glen Valley Road Bridge will be temporarily closed for approximately 7 days for necessary work in preparation for bridge replacement. Access to houses 71, 77, 107 and 111 shall be from Nichewaug Road or Route 32A Hardwick Road. Access to houses 216, 248 and 249 shall be from Route 122 Barre Road. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
Beginning February 11, 2019, the Glen Valley Road Bridge will be temporarily closed for approximately 7 days for necessary work in preparation for bridge replacement. Access to houses 71, 77, 107 and 111 shall be from Nichewaug Road or Route 32A Hardwick Road. Access to houses 216, 248 and 249 shall be from Route 122 Barre Road. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
2019 DOG LICENSES
2019 Dog Licenses are available in the Town Clerk's Office. Please be sure that the rabies vaccination is up to date. Cost is $10.00 for unaltered dogs and $6.00 for altered. Requests may be mailed in as long as a self addressed stamped envelope for return is included. No licenses will be returned without postage included. All dogs are to be licensed by January 1st, as per the Town By-Laws. A form to license dogs will be included with your census as well. For questions, please call the Town Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649 on Monday evenings, 5:30 - 7:00.
2019 Dog Licenses are available in the Town Clerk's Office. Please be sure that the rabies vaccination is up to date. Cost is $10.00 for unaltered dogs and $6.00 for altered. Requests may be mailed in as long as a self addressed stamped envelope for return is included. No licenses will be returned without postage included. All dogs are to be licensed by January 1st, as per the Town By-Laws. A form to license dogs will be included with your census as well. For questions, please call the Town Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649 on Monday evenings, 5:30 - 7:00.
SELECTBOARD MEETING DATES
The Petersham Selectboard will be meeting on the following dates/times and at the call of the Chair as needed on selected Tuesdays from January 2019 - April 2019 at 6:30 PM at Petersham Town Hall lower level, 1 South Main Street,
or at other specified locations and times.
January 2019
Tuesday January 08 6:30 PM
Tuesday January 22 6:30 PM
Tuesday January 29 6:30 PM
February 2019
Tuesday February 12 6:30 PM
Tuesday February 26 6:30 PM
March 2019
Tuesday March 12 6:30 PM
Tuesday March 19 6:30 PM
Tuesday March 26 6:30 PM
April 2019
Tuesday April 09 6:30 PM
Tuesday April 16 6:30 PM
Tuesday April 23 6:30 PM
Tuesday April 30 6:30 PM
The Petersham Selectboard will be meeting on the following dates/times and at the call of the Chair as needed on selected Tuesdays from January 2019 - April 2019 at 6:30 PM at Petersham Town Hall lower level, 1 South Main Street,
or at other specified locations and times.
January 2019
Tuesday January 08 6:30 PM
Tuesday January 22 6:30 PM
Tuesday January 29 6:30 PM
February 2019
Tuesday February 12 6:30 PM
Tuesday February 26 6:30 PM
March 2019
Tuesday March 12 6:30 PM
Tuesday March 19 6:30 PM
Tuesday March 26 6:30 PM
April 2019
Tuesday April 09 6:30 PM
Tuesday April 16 6:30 PM
Tuesday April 23 6:30 PM
Tuesday April 30 6:30 PM
FIFTH PUBLIC FORUM TO EXPLORE POSSIBLE OPTIONS FOR THE NICHEWAUG INN PROPERTY
Please come & participate!
Wednesday, Feb 13 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
Please click here for full announcement.
Please come & participate!
Wednesday, Feb 13 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
Please click here for full announcement.
Fourth Public Forum to
Explore Possible Options for the Nichewaug Inn Property.
Please come & participate!
Weds., Dec 12 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
Please click here for a document of the 17 one-page proposals submitted by residents and other materials from earlier forums
Explore Possible Options for the Nichewaug Inn Property.
Please come & participate!
Weds., Dec 12 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
Please click here for a document of the 17 one-page proposals submitted by residents and other materials from earlier forums
SPECIAL TOWN ELECTION - DECEMBER 10, 2018
Special Town Election December 10, 2018
for Debt Exclusion Question, Town Hall 10:00AM - 8:00PM
Click here to view Warrant
Special Town Election December 10, 2018
for Debt Exclusion Question, Town Hall 10:00AM - 8:00PM
Click here to view Warrant
PETERSHAM WOOD BANK
The Petersham Selectboard on 10/9/2018 voted unanimously to authorize the distribution of wood bank vouchers to Petersham residents beginning Monday October 15, 2018 and pick up of wood bank wood at the Petersham Transfer Station site off route 122 beginning Saturdays November 3, 2018 from 9am – 2pm.
Wood bank vouchers may be obtained at Town Offices 3 South Main Street in Selectboard Office on Mondays- Thursday 8am – 5pm and Fridays 8am – 12 noon when open.
The Petersham Selectboard on 10/9/2018 voted unanimously to authorize the distribution of wood bank vouchers to Petersham residents beginning Monday October 15, 2018 and pick up of wood bank wood at the Petersham Transfer Station site off route 122 beginning Saturdays November 3, 2018 from 9am – 2pm.
Wood bank vouchers may be obtained at Town Offices 3 South Main Street in Selectboard Office on Mondays- Thursday 8am – 5pm and Fridays 8am – 12 noon when open.
VOTER INFORMATION
NOVEMBER 19th SPECIAL ELECTION
Friday November 9, 2018 is the last day to register to vote for the November 19th Special Town Meeting. The Town Clerk’s Office will be open from 2pm – 4pm and 7pm – 8pm.
Absentee ballots are available for the December 10, 2018 Special Election. If you will be out of town on Election Day, if you have a disability or if you have a religious belief which prevents you from going to the polls, you qualify for an absentee ballot. The last day to register to vote for the December 10th Special Election is Tuesday, November 20, 2018. Residents can register to vote from 2pm – 4pm and 7pm – 8pm.
NOVEMBER 19th SPECIAL ELECTION
Friday November 9, 2018 is the last day to register to vote for the November 19th Special Town Meeting. The Town Clerk’s Office will be open from 2pm – 4pm and 7pm – 8pm.
Absentee ballots are available for the December 10, 2018 Special Election. If you will be out of town on Election Day, if you have a disability or if you have a religious belief which prevents you from going to the polls, you qualify for an absentee ballot. The last day to register to vote for the December 10th Special Election is Tuesday, November 20, 2018. Residents can register to vote from 2pm – 4pm and 7pm – 8pm.
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT
The Warrant for Petersham Special Town Meeting of
Monday, Nov. 19, 2018 is posted at this link.
Petersham voters please attend -- Town Hall, 7:30 PM.
The Warrant for Petersham Special Town Meeting of
Monday, Nov. 19, 2018 is posted at this link.
Petersham voters please attend -- Town Hall, 7:30 PM.
Third Public Forum to
Explore Possible Options for the Nichewaug Inn Property.
Please come & participate!
Weds., Nov. 28 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
Please click here for meeting announcement
Explore Possible Options for the Nichewaug Inn Property.
Please come & participate!
Weds., Nov. 28 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
Please click here for meeting announcement
Second Public Forum to
Explore Possible Options for the Nichewaug Inn Property
Please come & participate!
Weds., Nov. 7 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
Click here for meeting announcement
Explore Possible Options for the Nichewaug Inn Property
Please come & participate!
Weds., Nov. 7 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, lower level
Click here for meeting announcement
VOTER INFORMATION
Absentee ballot applications are available from the Clerk’s Office. The deadline to apply for an absentee is noon on Monday, Nov. 5. Early voting will take place from Monday, Oct. 22 through Friday, Nov. 2. The hours to early vote are Monday, Oct 22 5:30pm – 7:00pm, Oct. 24 8am – Noon, Oct. 26 8am – Noon, Oct. 27 10am – 2pm, Oct. 29 5:30pm – 7:00pm, Oct. 31 Noon – 3pm and Nov. 2 10am – 2pm. An application to early vote by mail must be filled out in either the Clerk’s Office or by going to https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/2018-Early-Ballot-Application.pdf.
Voters who choose to vote in person do not need to fill out an application.
For questions, please contact the Town Clerk, Diana Cooley at 978-724-6649.
Absentee ballot applications are available from the Clerk’s Office. The deadline to apply for an absentee is noon on Monday, Nov. 5. Early voting will take place from Monday, Oct. 22 through Friday, Nov. 2. The hours to early vote are Monday, Oct 22 5:30pm – 7:00pm, Oct. 24 8am – Noon, Oct. 26 8am – Noon, Oct. 27 10am – 2pm, Oct. 29 5:30pm – 7:00pm, Oct. 31 Noon – 3pm and Nov. 2 10am – 2pm. An application to early vote by mail must be filled out in either the Clerk’s Office or by going to https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/elepdf/2018-Early-Ballot-Application.pdf.
Voters who choose to vote in person do not need to fill out an application.
For questions, please contact the Town Clerk, Diana Cooley at 978-724-6649.
TRANSFER STATION STICKERS EXPIRE 9-29-2018
Please note the current red motor vehicle sticker will not be valid after September 29, 2018.
Additional information can be found TRANSFER STATION page.
Please note the current red motor vehicle sticker will not be valid after September 29, 2018.
Additional information can be found TRANSFER STATION page.
TAX COLLECTOR & BOARD OF HEALTH OFFICES
Will be closed on October 22, 2018
Will be closed on October 22, 2018
NICHEWAUG PROPERTY - OPEN MEETING
Public Forum to Explore Possible Options for the
Nichewaug Inn Property
Please come & participate!
Weds., Oct. 17 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, main floor
Click here for Meeting Announcement
Public Forum to Explore Possible Options for the
Nichewaug Inn Property
Please come & participate!
Weds., Oct. 17 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall, main floor
Click here for Meeting Announcement
PETERSHAM CULTURAL COUNCIL
SEEKS FUNDING PROPOSALS
Proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs due October 15th. The Petersham Cultural Council has set an October 15th deadline for organizations, schools, and individuals to apply for grants that support cultural activities in the community. Click here for more information.
SEEKS FUNDING PROPOSALS
Proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs due October 15th. The Petersham Cultural Council has set an October 15th deadline for organizations, schools, and individuals to apply for grants that support cultural activities in the community. Click here for more information.
LEGAL NOTICE - TOWN OF PETERSHAM, MA
Pursuant to Chapter 40 Section 56 of MGL, a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday October 9, 2018 at 6:45PM in the Town Hall Lower Level , 1 South Main Street, Petersham, MA to set the Classification Factor for Assessment of Real Estate Taxes for Fiscal Year 2019. All interested persons are invited to attend and provide input.
PETERSHAM SELECTBOARD
Nancy Allen-Chair
Henry Woolsey-Vice Chair
Fredrik A. Marsh, Clerk
Posted 9/26/2018
Pursuant to Chapter 40 Section 56 of MGL, a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday October 9, 2018 at 6:45PM in the Town Hall Lower Level , 1 South Main Street, Petersham, MA to set the Classification Factor for Assessment of Real Estate Taxes for Fiscal Year 2019. All interested persons are invited to attend and provide input.
PETERSHAM SELECTBOARD
Nancy Allen-Chair
Henry Woolsey-Vice Chair
Fredrik A. Marsh, Clerk
Posted 9/26/2018
HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
There will be a collection of Hazardous Materials on 9/22/2018 at the Orange Transfer Station and the GCC Main Campus
(not at the Petersham Transfer Station).
To participate in this collection event preregistration is required.
Click here for additional information.
There will be a collection of Hazardous Materials on 9/22/2018 at the Orange Transfer Station and the GCC Main Campus
(not at the Petersham Transfer Station).
To participate in this collection event preregistration is required.
Click here for additional information.
School Regional Amendment Planning Committee Formation Underway
The school & town are seeking a member of the community interested in serving on a new Regional Amendment Planning Committee recently voted for formation by the Mahar RSD Committee after consultation and review of most current Commonwealth regionalization experiences.The purpose of the group is to explore the benefits of regionalizing the towns not just at the secondary level (as we are now), but also at the elementary level. The first meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 2, 6:30 PM, at Mahar Regional School. Each town will have three representatives: School Committee member, Selectboard member (or Finance Comm. member in towns where allowed), and one community member. The community member needs to be a Petersham resident, but does not need to have a child in the Center School - present, past, or future.
For questions or if interested in being on the committee, please contact Center School Committee Chair Lynn Peredina at lperedina@petershamcenterschool.org or the Selectboard Office at stevenboudreau391@gmail.com
A list of those interested will be submitted to the Selectboard for committee formation and appointment.
The school & town are seeking a member of the community interested in serving on a new Regional Amendment Planning Committee recently voted for formation by the Mahar RSD Committee after consultation and review of most current Commonwealth regionalization experiences.The purpose of the group is to explore the benefits of regionalizing the towns not just at the secondary level (as we are now), but also at the elementary level. The first meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 2, 6:30 PM, at Mahar Regional School. Each town will have three representatives: School Committee member, Selectboard member (or Finance Comm. member in towns where allowed), and one community member. The community member needs to be a Petersham resident, but does not need to have a child in the Center School - present, past, or future.
For questions or if interested in being on the committee, please contact Center School Committee Chair Lynn Peredina at lperedina@petershamcenterschool.org or the Selectboard Office at stevenboudreau391@gmail.com
A list of those interested will be submitted to the Selectboard for committee formation and appointment.
STATE PRIMARY ELECTION WARRANT
The Warrant for the September 4, 2018 State Primary Election has been posted to the Elections page.
The Warrant for the September 4, 2018 State Primary Election has been posted to the Elections page.
RECYCLING OF ELECTRONICS
Recycling of Electronics will be available at the Petersham transfer station every Saturday through August for Petersham residents.
For more information click below.
Electronics Recycling
Recycling of Electronics will be available at the Petersham transfer station every Saturday through August for Petersham residents.
For more information click below.
Electronics Recycling
ABSENTEE BALLOTS
Absentee ballots for the September 4, 2018 State Primary are available in the Petersham Town Clerk's Office. Voters who are unable to vote at the polls on Election Day due to (1) absence from town during the hours the polls are open; (2) physical disability preventing you from going to the polling place; or (3) religious belief, may apply for an absent ballot.
Absentee ballots must be requested in writing by either the voter or the voter's family member.
Click here to download the application.
Please contact the Town Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649 or petershamtownclerk@verizon.net for further information.
Absentee ballots for the September 4, 2018 State Primary are available in the Petersham Town Clerk's Office. Voters who are unable to vote at the polls on Election Day due to (1) absence from town during the hours the polls are open; (2) physical disability preventing you from going to the polling place; or (3) religious belief, may apply for an absent ballot.
Absentee ballots must be requested in writing by either the voter or the voter's family member.
Click here to download the application.
Please contact the Town Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649 or petershamtownclerk@verizon.net for further information.
Request for Proposals for Trench Construction
The Petersham Municipal Light Plant Board has issued a Request for Proposals for trenching & conduit installation for the Town’s broadband network build-out. 2nd voluntary information session to be held: July 19, 10 AM; details in the RFP.
Extended deadline for proposals: August 8, 4 PM.
Interested parties are invited to contact the following to receive the RFP documents:
Mr. Steve Boudreau, Tel: 978-724-3353 or via: stevenboudreau391@gmail.com
The Petersham Municipal Light Plant Board has issued a Request for Proposals for trenching & conduit installation for the Town’s broadband network build-out. 2nd voluntary information session to be held: July 19, 10 AM; details in the RFP.
Extended deadline for proposals: August 8, 4 PM.
Interested parties are invited to contact the following to receive the RFP documents:
Mr. Steve Boudreau, Tel: 978-724-3353 or via: stevenboudreau391@gmail.com
Proposal received for Nichewaug Inn & Academy Property
By the deadline on Thursday, June 28th, the Town of Petersham had received one proposal for the Nichewaug Inn & Academy property on the Common in response to the town’s
“All –Options” RFP.
The proposal submitted can be found on the
NICHEWAUG PROPERTY page.
By the deadline on Thursday, June 28th, the Town of Petersham had received one proposal for the Nichewaug Inn & Academy property on the Common in response to the town’s
“All –Options” RFP.
The proposal submitted can be found on the
NICHEWAUG PROPERTY page.
CALL FOR PETERSHAM CITIZENS TO SERVE
The Petersham Selectboard is seeking citizens to serve on the 5 member Nichewaug Inn Evaluation Committee to pursue the following committee charge:The charge of the Nichewaug Inn Evaluation Committee is to thoroughly review the proposal submitted in response to the Request for Proposals, evaluate it based on the evaluation criteria listed in the RFP, request supplementary information as needed, hold a joint meeting with the Petersham Selectboard as specified in the RFP to interview the top proposer, examine the feasibility of the proposal, and submit written recommendations to the Petersham Selectboard no later than November12, 2018. Interested Petersham citizens should submit a letter of application stating your qualifications by mail or email care of the Petersham Selectboard 3 South Main Street PO Box 486 Petersham, MA 01366 or by email to: Stevenboudreau391@gmail.com.
By the by close of business 5pm Thursday August 9, 2018.
The Petersham Selectboard is seeking citizens to serve on the 5 member Nichewaug Inn Evaluation Committee to pursue the following committee charge:The charge of the Nichewaug Inn Evaluation Committee is to thoroughly review the proposal submitted in response to the Request for Proposals, evaluate it based on the evaluation criteria listed in the RFP, request supplementary information as needed, hold a joint meeting with the Petersham Selectboard as specified in the RFP to interview the top proposer, examine the feasibility of the proposal, and submit written recommendations to the Petersham Selectboard no later than November12, 2018. Interested Petersham citizens should submit a letter of application stating your qualifications by mail or email care of the Petersham Selectboard 3 South Main Street PO Box 486 Petersham, MA 01366 or by email to: Stevenboudreau391@gmail.com.
By the by close of business 5pm Thursday August 9, 2018.
PETERSHAM MAPS & PROPERTY RECORDS ONLINE
Petersham property maps and records are now available online on the BOARD OF ASSESSORS page.
Petersham property maps and records are now available online on the BOARD OF ASSESSORS page.
PETERSHAM COUNCIL ON AGING
Petersham Council on Aging June 2018 newsletter is now available on the Council on Aging page.
Petersham Council on Aging June 2018 newsletter is now available on the Council on Aging page.
SELECTBOARD MEETING DATES
The Petersham Selectboard will be meeting on the following dates/times and at the call of the Chair as needed on selected Tuesdays from June 2018–September 2018 at 6:30 PM at Petersham Town Hall lower level, 1 South Main Street,
or at other specified locations and times.
JUNE 2018
Tuesday June 12 6:30 PM
Tuesday June 26 6:30 PM
JULY 2018
Tuesday July 10 6:30 PM
Tuesday July 24 6:30 PM
AUGUST 2018
Tuesday August 14 6:30 PM
Tuesday August 28 6:30 PM
SEPTEMBER 2018
Tuesday September 11 6:30 PM
Tuesday September 25 6:30 PM
The Petersham Selectboard will be meeting on the following dates/times and at the call of the Chair as needed on selected Tuesdays from June 2018–September 2018 at 6:30 PM at Petersham Town Hall lower level, 1 South Main Street,
or at other specified locations and times.
JUNE 2018
Tuesday June 12 6:30 PM
Tuesday June 26 6:30 PM
JULY 2018
Tuesday July 10 6:30 PM
Tuesday July 24 6:30 PM
AUGUST 2018
Tuesday August 14 6:30 PM
Tuesday August 28 6:30 PM
SEPTEMBER 2018
Tuesday September 11 6:30 PM
Tuesday September 25 6:30 PM
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - CARE OF CEMETERIES
The Petersham Selectboard and Cemetery Commission are requesting that experience qualified landscaping contractors provide a 3 year care of cemeteries proposal.
Click on link below to view request for proposals.
Care of Cemeteries - RFP
The Petersham Selectboard and Cemetery Commission are requesting that experience qualified landscaping contractors provide a 3 year care of cemeteries proposal.
Click on link below to view request for proposals.
Care of Cemeteries - RFP
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Purchase or Acquisition of
Nichewaug Inn & Academy Property
The Town of Petersham seeks proposals for the purchase or acquisition of the town –owned Nichewaug Inn & Academy property located at 25 Common Street on the historic Common in Petersham, MA for the purposes of reuse or redevelopment. The deadline for filing proposals under the “All –Options” RFP is 11am June 28, 2018 in the Town Selectboard Office , 3 South Main Street Petersham, MA 013665.Complete proposal instructions and filing requirements in the RFP can be accessed on the town website,www.TownofPetersham.org under the Town Business tab then under Nichewaug Property or at the Town Selectboard Office. All proposals for the purchase or disposal of the property shall be in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30 B.
The RFP can be found on the NICHEWAUG PROPERTY page.
Purchase or Acquisition of
Nichewaug Inn & Academy Property
The Town of Petersham seeks proposals for the purchase or acquisition of the town –owned Nichewaug Inn & Academy property located at 25 Common Street on the historic Common in Petersham, MA for the purposes of reuse or redevelopment. The deadline for filing proposals under the “All –Options” RFP is 11am June 28, 2018 in the Town Selectboard Office , 3 South Main Street Petersham, MA 013665.Complete proposal instructions and filing requirements in the RFP can be accessed on the town website,www.TownofPetersham.org under the Town Business tab then under Nichewaug Property or at the Town Selectboard Office. All proposals for the purchase or disposal of the property shall be in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30 B.
The RFP can be found on the NICHEWAUG PROPERTY page.
RESIDENTS PLEASE NOTE
During June, a consultant appraiser from Vision Solutions is reviewing properties for the town’s Board of Assessors.
If residents have any questions, please contact the Assessors at 724-6658, the Town Office at 724-3353,
or the Police Department at 724-3330.
During June, a consultant appraiser from Vision Solutions is reviewing properties for the town’s Board of Assessors.
If residents have any questions, please contact the Assessors at 724-6658, the Town Office at 724-3353,
or the Police Department at 724-3330.
BUDGET REPORT & RECOMMENDATIONS
and TOWN MEETING WARRANT
for Annual Town Meeting
Help create the quorum on
June 4, 2018 7:30 PM
At Petersham Town Hall
Please find the Report below:
Town Meeting Budget Report & Warrant
and TOWN MEETING WARRANT
for Annual Town Meeting
Help create the quorum on
June 4, 2018 7:30 PM
At Petersham Town Hall
Please find the Report below:
Town Meeting Budget Report & Warrant
SPECIAL TOWN MEETING WARRANT
The Special Town Meeting is scheduled for
June 4, 2018 7:30 PM
Please find below the signed STM Warrant.
Signed STM Warrant June 4, 2018
The Special Town Meeting is scheduled for
June 4, 2018 7:30 PM
Please find below the signed STM Warrant.
Signed STM Warrant June 4, 2018
PETERSHAM WOOD BANK
The Petersham Selectboard voted on 10/11/2017 unanimously to authorize the release of wood bank vouchers for the Petersham Wood Bank Program beginning Monday October 30, 2017 for all Petersham residents. Residents can pick up the wood bank voucher in person only at Town Offices Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm and Fridays 8am – 12 noon in the Selectboard Office at 3 South Main Street. Residents on a state of federal Fuel Assistance Program will be given priority and all other residents will be on a first come first serve base while wood bank supplies last.
Wood from the wood bank can picked up beginning Saturday November 4, 2017 from 9am – 2pm at the transfer station off route 122 during regular transfer station operating hours.
Any questions can be directed to Administrative Coordinator Steven C. Boudreau at Town Offices during regular business hours at 978-724-3353 or email stevenboudreau391@gmail.com.
The Petersham Selectboard voted on 10/11/2017 unanimously to authorize the release of wood bank vouchers for the Petersham Wood Bank Program beginning Monday October 30, 2017 for all Petersham residents. Residents can pick up the wood bank voucher in person only at Town Offices Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm and Fridays 8am – 12 noon in the Selectboard Office at 3 South Main Street. Residents on a state of federal Fuel Assistance Program will be given priority and all other residents will be on a first come first serve base while wood bank supplies last.
Wood from the wood bank can picked up beginning Saturday November 4, 2017 from 9am – 2pm at the transfer station off route 122 during regular transfer station operating hours.
Any questions can be directed to Administrative Coordinator Steven C. Boudreau at Town Offices during regular business hours at 978-724-3353 or email stevenboudreau391@gmail.com.
2018 SPECIAL & ANNUAL TOWN MEETING WARRANTS
The Petersham Selectboard voted unanimously on 3/27/2018 to open both the Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants for the June 2018 Meetings on Tuesday March 27, 2018 8pm and close the warrants for both on Thursday May 3, 2018 at 10am.
All persons who have interest in submitting articles for Selectboard consideration on either of two warrants may do so by the date listed above to the Selectboard Office at Town Offices 3 South Main Street Petersham, MA 01366 in person Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm and Friday 8am – 12 noon.
All questions may be directed to Administrative Coordinator Steven C. Boudreau at stevenboudreau391@gmail or phone 978-724-3353 during business hours.
The Petersham Selectboard voted unanimously on 3/27/2018 to open both the Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants for the June 2018 Meetings on Tuesday March 27, 2018 8pm and close the warrants for both on Thursday May 3, 2018 at 10am.
All persons who have interest in submitting articles for Selectboard consideration on either of two warrants may do so by the date listed above to the Selectboard Office at Town Offices 3 South Main Street Petersham, MA 01366 in person Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm and Friday 8am – 12 noon.
All questions may be directed to Administrative Coordinator Steven C. Boudreau at stevenboudreau391@gmail or phone 978-724-3353 during business hours.
OPEN BURNING PERMITS
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION RESULT
The Annual Town Election results can be found on the
Elections & Voting page.
The Annual Town Election results can be found on the
Elections & Voting page.
2018 DOG LICENSES
2018 Dog Licenses are available in the Town Clerk's Office. Please be sure that the rabies vaccination is up to date. Cost is $10.00 for unaltered dogs and $6.00 for altered. Requests may be mailed in as long as a self addressed stamped envelope for return is included. No licenses will be returned without postage included. All dogs are to be licensed by January 1st, as per the Town By-Laws. A form to license dogs will be included with your census as well. For questions, please call the Town Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649 on Monday evenings, 5:30 - 7:00.
2018 Dog Licenses are available in the Town Clerk's Office. Please be sure that the rabies vaccination is up to date. Cost is $10.00 for unaltered dogs and $6.00 for altered. Requests may be mailed in as long as a self addressed stamped envelope for return is included. No licenses will be returned without postage included. All dogs are to be licensed by January 1st, as per the Town By-Laws. A form to license dogs will be included with your census as well. For questions, please call the Town Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649 on Monday evenings, 5:30 - 7:00.
2018 CENSUS
The 2018 Census has been mailed out. Please look it over. Make any changes if necessary. Once you approve of the information listed on it, please sign it and date it. There is also a form to register your dog enclosed to make registering easier for you. You can return it by mail or you can drop it off at the Town Office Building. If you don't have a dog to register you can even scan and email it back to petershamtownclerk@verizon.net if that is easier for you. This information is important for both public safety and for grants. The school uses the information to try to plan for the upcoming school age children. Failure to respond to the census causes your voting status to become inactive. If this happens, when you come to vote you will be required to show proof of identity and to fill out an Affirmation of Current and Continuous Residence before you are given a ballot.
Please, take the two minutes out of your day and fill out and return the census. Your Town Clerk really appreciates it.
The 2018 Census has been mailed out. Please look it over. Make any changes if necessary. Once you approve of the information listed on it, please sign it and date it. There is also a form to register your dog enclosed to make registering easier for you. You can return it by mail or you can drop it off at the Town Office Building. If you don't have a dog to register you can even scan and email it back to petershamtownclerk@verizon.net if that is easier for you. This information is important for both public safety and for grants. The school uses the information to try to plan for the upcoming school age children. Failure to respond to the census causes your voting status to become inactive. If this happens, when you come to vote you will be required to show proof of identity and to fill out an Affirmation of Current and Continuous Residence before you are given a ballot.
Please, take the two minutes out of your day and fill out and return the census. Your Town Clerk really appreciates it.
Selectboard to Meet on Extension of Proposal Deadline under All-Options RFP for Nichewaug Inn & Academy Property
The Petersham Selectboard has scheduled a special meeting of the Selectboard for Friday, January 19th, at 9 AM to discuss, review, and vote on extending the deadline for proposals under the All-Options Request For Proposals (RFP) for the Nichewaug Inn & Academy property. All interested parties will be notified of any new proposal deadline and the new proposal deadline will be posted on the Town’s website.
The RFP can be found on the NICHEWAUG PROPERTY page.
The Petersham Selectboard has scheduled a special meeting of the Selectboard for Friday, January 19th, at 9 AM to discuss, review, and vote on extending the deadline for proposals under the All-Options Request For Proposals (RFP) for the Nichewaug Inn & Academy property. All interested parties will be notified of any new proposal deadline and the new proposal deadline will be posted on the Town’s website.
The RFP can be found on the NICHEWAUG PROPERTY page.
NICHEWAUG - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - 11/06/17
The Town of Petersham requests proposals to purchase or acquire the Nichewaug Inn and Academy Property located at 25 Common Street on the historic Common in Petersham, Massachusetts. Proposals shall be received no later than 11:00 a.m. on Friday, the 19th of January, 2018 in the Office of the Town Selectboard, 3 South Main Street, Petersham, Massachusetts 01366.
The RFP can be found on the NICHEWAUG PROPERTY page.
The Town of Petersham requests proposals to purchase or acquire the Nichewaug Inn and Academy Property located at 25 Common Street on the historic Common in Petersham, Massachusetts. Proposals shall be received no later than 11:00 a.m. on Friday, the 19th of January, 2018 in the Office of the Town Selectboard, 3 South Main Street, Petersham, Massachusetts 01366.
The RFP can be found on the NICHEWAUG PROPERTY page.
ANNUAL RABIES CLINIC
Town of Petersham
Board of Health – Animal Control Officer - Town Clerk
SATURDAY JANUARY 13, 2018
Snow date Saturday January 20, 2018
Petersham Town Barn – 31 South Street
Cats only 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Cats must be in cages
Dogs 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Dogs must be on a leash
VETERINARIANS: : Dr. Alan Bachrach, VMD
and Dr. Heidi Langendoen, DVM & Deb Bachrach
Town of Petersham
Board of Health – Animal Control Officer - Town Clerk
SATURDAY JANUARY 13, 2018
Snow date Saturday January 20, 2018
Petersham Town Barn – 31 South Street
Cats only 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Cats must be in cages
Dogs 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Dogs must be on a leash
VETERINARIANS: : Dr. Alan Bachrach, VMD
and Dr. Heidi Langendoen, DVM & Deb Bachrach
TRANSFER STATION STICKERS EXPIRE 9-30-2017
Please note the current red motor vehicle sticker will not be valid after September 30, 2017. In order to use the Transfer Station Petersham residents must possess a valid BROWN vehicle sticker that is to be attached to the driver’s side of the front bumper. Click on the link below for additional information
TRANSFER STATION
Please note the current red motor vehicle sticker will not be valid after September 30, 2017. In order to use the Transfer Station Petersham residents must possess a valid BROWN vehicle sticker that is to be attached to the driver’s side of the front bumper. Click on the link below for additional information
TRANSFER STATION
LEGAL NOTICE - TOWN OF PETERSHAM, MA
Pursuant to Chapter 40 Section 56 of MGL, a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday November 14, 2017 at 6:45PM in the Town Hall Lower Level , 1 South Main Street, Petersham, MA to set the Classification Factor for Assessment of Real Estate Taxes for Fiscal Year 2018. All interested persons are invited to attend and provide input.
Pursuant to Chapter 40 Section 56 of MGL, a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday November 14, 2017 at 6:45PM in the Town Hall Lower Level , 1 South Main Street, Petersham, MA to set the Classification Factor for Assessment of Real Estate Taxes for Fiscal Year 2018. All interested persons are invited to attend and provide input.
TOWN HALL HANDICAPPED ACCESS PAGE
The Petersham Town Hall Handicapped Access
Committee page has been added to this site.
Town Hall Handicapped Access Committee Page
The Petersham Town Hall Handicapped Access
Committee page has been added to this site.
Town Hall Handicapped Access Committee Page
PETERSHAM TAX BILLS
The Town of Petersham Tax Bills will be due and payable, October 2, 2017. If the building is open there is a locked box outside of the TaxCollectors office that payments can be left in.
If a receipt is needed leave a self-addressed stamped envelope.
The Town of Petersham Tax Bills will be due and payable, October 2, 2017. If the building is open there is a locked box outside of the TaxCollectors office that payments can be left in.
If a receipt is needed leave a self-addressed stamped envelope.
HALLOWEEN SCHEDULE - OCTOBER 31, 2017
5:00 PM
TRICK-OR-TREATING BEGINS
6:30 PM
HALLOWEEN PROGRAM AT
PETERSHAM CENTER SCHOOL GYM
(Sponsored by Lions Club)
7:30 PM
PROGRAM ENDS
NO TRICK-OR-TREATING AFTER THIS TIME!
5:00 PM
TRICK-OR-TREATING BEGINS
6:30 PM
HALLOWEEN PROGRAM AT
PETERSHAM CENTER SCHOOL GYM
(Sponsored by Lions Club)
7:30 PM
PROGRAM ENDS
NO TRICK-OR-TREATING AFTER THIS TIME!
PETERSHAM PLAYGROUND PROJECT
RESIDENTS’ SURVEY
The Petersham Playground Project is seeking residents' thoughts on the current Center School playgrounds. Based on survey results, the committee will create a long-term plan for playground improvements. (Please note that K-4 playground is located to the left/eastern of the school and the 5 & 6 playground is located to the right/western side of the school.) The committee appreciates residents’ time and input for this project.
To take the survey, please go to:
Click here for survey
RESIDENTS’ SURVEY
The Petersham Playground Project is seeking residents' thoughts on the current Center School playgrounds. Based on survey results, the committee will create a long-term plan for playground improvements. (Please note that K-4 playground is located to the left/eastern of the school and the 5 & 6 playground is located to the right/western side of the school.) The committee appreciates residents’ time and input for this project.
To take the survey, please go to:
Click here for survey
PETERSHAM COUNCIL ON AGING
Petersham Council on Aging June 2017 newsletter is now available on the Council on Aging page.
Petersham Council on Aging June 2017 newsletter is now available on the Council on Aging page.
NOTICE OF BID FOR
ROAD RECLAMATION FOR RESURFACING
CRACK SEAL
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE TYPE I-1 PAVING
For additional information click on the link below.
Petersham Notice of Bid
ROAD RECLAMATION FOR RESURFACING
CRACK SEAL
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE TYPE I-1 PAVING
For additional information click on the link below.
Petersham Notice of Bid
PETERSHAM HIGH-SPEED INTERNET ENROLLMENT
NOW OPEN, MARCH 9 - JUNE 9
The 3-Month Pre-Installation Enrollment period is NOW OPEN
March 9–June 9. Network build-out begins as soon as 270 customers submit the Pre-Subscription form & fee. The first installment of the installation fee is $250 during the 3-mo. period.
To sign up for high speed internet, complete the
Pre-Subscription Form
[also available in the Town Office building]
and return with payment by mail or in person to:
Petersham Town Office Building
3 South Main Street, PO Box 486, Petersham, MA 01366
For more information, visit
Broadband Municipal Light PlantBoard
and www.connectingpetersham.com
NOW OPEN, MARCH 9 - JUNE 9
The 3-Month Pre-Installation Enrollment period is NOW OPEN
March 9–June 9. Network build-out begins as soon as 270 customers submit the Pre-Subscription form & fee. The first installment of the installation fee is $250 during the 3-mo. period.
To sign up for high speed internet, complete the
Pre-Subscription Form
[also available in the Town Office building]
and return with payment by mail or in person to:
Petersham Town Office Building
3 South Main Street, PO Box 486, Petersham, MA 01366
For more information, visit
Broadband Municipal Light PlantBoard
and www.connectingpetersham.com
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
for Annual Town Meeting & Budget
Tuesday May 23 at 6 PM.
Lower level of Town Hall.
Review the proposed budget and Town Meeting Articles with the Selectboard and Advisory FInance Committee.
All welcome.
for Annual Town Meeting & Budget
Tuesday May 23 at 6 PM.
Lower level of Town Hall.
Review the proposed budget and Town Meeting Articles with the Selectboard and Advisory FInance Committee.
All welcome.
2016-2017 PETERSHAM WOOD BANK PROGRAM UPDATE
PLEASE NOTE: THERE ARE CURRENTLY
NO VOUCHERS AVAILABLE.
The Petersham Selectboard on 10/11/2016 voted unanimously to authorize the distribution of wood bank vouchers to Petersham Residents beginning Tuesday November 1, 2016 and pick up of wood bank wood at the Petersham Transfer Station site off route 122 beginning Saturdays November 5, 2016 from 9am – 2pm.
Wood bank vouchers may be obtained at Town Offices 3 South Main St. in the Selectboard Office on Mondays 7am – 7pm Tuesdays 7am – 4pm Wednesday & Thursdays 8am -4pm and Fridays 8am – 12noon.
Click here to view Wood and Wood bank Policy
PLEASE NOTE: THERE ARE CURRENTLY
NO VOUCHERS AVAILABLE.
The Petersham Selectboard on 10/11/2016 voted unanimously to authorize the distribution of wood bank vouchers to Petersham Residents beginning Tuesday November 1, 2016 and pick up of wood bank wood at the Petersham Transfer Station site off route 122 beginning Saturdays November 5, 2016 from 9am – 2pm.
Wood bank vouchers may be obtained at Town Offices 3 South Main St. in the Selectboard Office on Mondays 7am – 7pm Tuesdays 7am – 4pm Wednesday & Thursdays 8am -4pm and Fridays 8am – 12noon.
Click here to view Wood and Wood bank Policy
OPEN BURNING PERMITS
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
SELECTBOARD MEETING DATES
The Petersham Selectboard will be meeting on the following dates/times and at the call of the Chair as needed on selected Tuesdays from April 2017-June 2017 at 6:30PM at Petersham Town Hall 1 South Main Street Lower Level or at other specified locations and times.
April 2017
Tuesday April 11, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday April 18, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday April 25, 2017 6:30PM
May 2017
Tuesday May 09, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday May 16, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday May 23, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday May 30, 2017 6:30PM
June 2017
Monday June 05, 2017 Time TBD
The Petersham Selectboard will be meeting on the following dates/times and at the call of the Chair as needed on selected Tuesdays from April 2017-June 2017 at 6:30PM at Petersham Town Hall 1 South Main Street Lower Level or at other specified locations and times.
April 2017
Tuesday April 11, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday April 18, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday April 25, 2017 6:30PM
May 2017
Tuesday May 09, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday May 16, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday May 23, 2017 6:30PM
Tuesday May 30, 2017 6:30PM
June 2017
Monday June 05, 2017 Time TBD
BROADBAND MUNICIPAL LIGHT PLANT BOARD
The Petersham Broadband Municipal Light Plant Board
page has been added to this site.
Broadband Municipal Light Plant Board
The Petersham Broadband Municipal Light Plant Board
page has been added to this site.
Broadband Municipal Light Plant Board
PETERSHAM BROADBAND PROJECT INFORMATION
The Petersham Broadband Committee has launched a website
for sharing information related to the Broadband project.
Click on the link below to access the site.
(www.ConnectingPetersham.com)
The Petersham Broadband Committee has launched a website
for sharing information related to the Broadband project.
Click on the link below to access the site.
(www.ConnectingPetersham.com)
HANDICAP ACCESS COMMITTEE FOR TOWN HALL
The Selectboard is making appointments to a five member Handicap Access Committee for Town Hall with a charge focused on compliant access to the main floor of Town Hall.
Persons interested in submitting their name may contact Administrative Coordinator Steve Boudreau at
978-724-3353, stevenboudreau391@gmail.com, or at the Town Office Building during regular hours.
The Selectboard is making appointments to a five member Handicap Access Committee for Town Hall with a charge focused on compliant access to the main floor of Town Hall.
Persons interested in submitting their name may contact Administrative Coordinator Steve Boudreau at
978-724-3353, stevenboudreau391@gmail.com, or at the Town Office Building during regular hours.
ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION - MARCH 6, 2017
The Petersham Annual Town Election will be held on
March 6, 2017.
Additional information can be found on the ELECTIONS page.
The Petersham Annual Town Election will be held on
March 6, 2017.
Additional information can be found on the ELECTIONS page.
ANNUAL RABIES CLINIC & DOG LICENSING
Town of Petersham
Board of Health – Animal Control officer - Town Clerk
SATURDAY JANUARY 14, 2017
Petersham Town Barn – 31 South Street
Cats only 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
cats must be in cages
Dogs 10:00 a.m. until 11:30
Dogs must be on a leash
VETERINARIAN: Dr. Alan Bachrach V.M.D.
Deb Bachrach
Suggested Donation $12.00 per animal
Town of Petersham
Board of Health – Animal Control officer - Town Clerk
SATURDAY JANUARY 14, 2017
Petersham Town Barn – 31 South Street
Cats only 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
cats must be in cages
Dogs 10:00 a.m. until 11:30
Dogs must be on a leash
VETERINARIAN: Dr. Alan Bachrach V.M.D.
Deb Bachrach
Suggested Donation $12.00 per animal
SELECTBOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
The Petersham Selectboard has scheduled meeting dates through March 2017 which can be viewed on the SELECTBOARD page.
The Petersham Selectboard has scheduled meeting dates through March 2017 which can be viewed on the SELECTBOARD page.
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
for December 12, 2016 Special Town Meeting
There will be an Informational Meeting on December 7, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall. The Selectboard, Moderator, Advisory Finance Committee and Broadband Committee will all be in attendance to answer questions and provide updates.
for December 12, 2016 Special Town Meeting
There will be an Informational Meeting on December 7, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall. The Selectboard, Moderator, Advisory Finance Committee and Broadband Committee will all be in attendance to answer questions and provide updates.
PUBLIC NOTICE - PETERSHAM LIVESTOCK OWNERS
The Town of Petersham Animal Inspector will be conducting Animal Inspections between September and November.
Click here for additional information
The Town of Petersham Animal Inspector will be conducting Animal Inspections between September and November.
Click here for additional information
TREE HEARING NOTICE
Red oak ~20" DBH and red maple ~9” located near telephone pole 63 on Monson Turnpike Road has been requested to be removed by landowner due to access and blocked site lines for new driveway to be installed. Tree Hearing to be held on Monday, November 28, 2016 at 7pm at the Petersham Town Hall Lower Level.
All interested persons are invited to attend and provide input.
Melissa LeVangie, Petersham Tree Warden
Posted 11/15/2016
Red oak ~20" DBH and red maple ~9” located near telephone pole 63 on Monson Turnpike Road has been requested to be removed by landowner due to access and blocked site lines for new driveway to be installed. Tree Hearing to be held on Monday, November 28, 2016 at 7pm at the Petersham Town Hall Lower Level.
All interested persons are invited to attend and provide input.
Melissa LeVangie, Petersham Tree Warden
Posted 11/15/2016
OPENING / CLOSING TOWN MEETING WARRANT
The Selectboard voted to open the Petersham December 12, 2016 Special Town Meeting Warrant effective October 11, 2016 at 8:00am and close the Warrant on November 7, 2016 at 4:00pm.
The December 12, 2016 Town Meeting will be at 7:30pm.
Click here for additional information
The Selectboard voted to open the Petersham December 12, 2016 Special Town Meeting Warrant effective October 11, 2016 at 8:00am and close the Warrant on November 7, 2016 at 4:00pm.
The December 12, 2016 Town Meeting will be at 7:30pm.
Click here for additional information
LEGAL NOTICE - TOWN OF PETERSHAM, MA
Pursuant to Chapter 40 Section 56 of MGL, a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday November 15, 2016 at 6:45PM in the Town Hall Lower Level , 1 South Main Street, Petersham, MA to set the Classification Factor for Assessment of Real Estate Taxes for Fiscal Year 2017. All interested persons are invited to attend and provide input.
Petersham Selectboard
Nancy Allen-Chair
Henry Woolsey-Vice Chair
Fredrik A. Marsh, Clerk
Pursuant to Chapter 40 Section 56 of MGL, a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday November 15, 2016 at 6:45PM in the Town Hall Lower Level , 1 South Main Street, Petersham, MA to set the Classification Factor for Assessment of Real Estate Taxes for Fiscal Year 2017. All interested persons are invited to attend and provide input.
Petersham Selectboard
Nancy Allen-Chair
Henry Woolsey-Vice Chair
Fredrik A. Marsh, Clerk
BROADBAND PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
Saturday, Nov. 19
2:00 pm at lower town hall All welcome! Bring questions, hear about the proposed project for Petersham town-wide internet. Two short informative videos.
Children welcome to come play, read, draw while parents join the meeting.
Saturday, Nov. 19
2:00 pm at lower town hall All welcome! Bring questions, hear about the proposed project for Petersham town-wide internet. Two short informative videos.
Children welcome to come play, read, draw while parents join the meeting.
TRANSFER STATION STICKERS EXPIRE 9-30-2016
Please note the current blue motor vehicle sticker will not be valid after September 30, 2016. In order to use the Transfer Station Petersham residents must possess a valid RED vehicle sticker that is to be attached to the driver’s side of the front bumper. Click on the link below for additional information
TRANSFER STATION
Please note the current blue motor vehicle sticker will not be valid after September 30, 2016. In order to use the Transfer Station Petersham residents must possess a valid RED vehicle sticker that is to be attached to the driver’s side of the front bumper. Click on the link below for additional information
TRANSFER STATION
PETERSHAM EARLY VOTING
We are excited to announce that all registered voters will be able to vote before Election Day for the first time ever in Massachusetts. Early voting will begin on October 24th and continue through November 4th, 2016.
For more information click on the link below.
EARLY VOTING - INFORMATION
EARLY VOTING - APPLICATION
2016 GENERAL VOTER INFORMATION
We are excited to announce that all registered voters will be able to vote before Election Day for the first time ever in Massachusetts. Early voting will begin on October 24th and continue through November 4th, 2016.
For more information click on the link below.
EARLY VOTING - INFORMATION
EARLY VOTING - APPLICATION
2016 GENERAL VOTER INFORMATION
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING - NOVEMBER 2, 2016
There will be a Public Information meeting starting at 6:30 PM on November 2, 2016 devoted to the Special Town meeting articles related to Broadband (6:30 - 7:30) and the Nichewaug project (7:30 - 8:30)
Click here for additional information
There will be a Public Information meeting starting at 6:30 PM on November 2, 2016 devoted to the Special Town meeting articles related to Broadband (6:30 - 7:30) and the Nichewaug project (7:30 - 8:30)
Click here for additional information
RECYCLING OF ELECTRONICS - THROUGH OCTOBER
Recycling of Electronics will be available at the Petersham transfer station every Saturday through October for Petersham residents. For more information click below.
Recycling of Electronics will be available at the Petersham transfer station every Saturday through October for Petersham residents. For more information click below.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
Pursuant to MGL Chapter 114, Section 34, The Petersham Board of Health will hold a public hearing to act on the application of St. Mary and St. Scholastica Church for dedication of a small cemetery to be constructed adjacent to their facility within Assessor’s Parcel No. 533 at 271 North Main Street.
The hearing will be held on Thursday October 20, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the conference room at 3 South Main Street.
Pursuant to MGL Chapter 114, Section 34, The Petersham Board of Health will hold a public hearing to act on the application of St. Mary and St. Scholastica Church for dedication of a small cemetery to be constructed adjacent to their facility within Assessor’s Parcel No. 533 at 271 North Main Street.
The hearing will be held on Thursday October 20, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the conference room at 3 South Main Street.
SELECTBOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
The Petersham Selectboard has scheduled meeting dates through December 2016 which can be viewed on the SELECTBOARD page.
The Petersham Selectboard has scheduled meeting dates through December 2016 which can be viewed on the SELECTBOARD page.
PETERSHAM TAX BILLS
The Town of Petersham Tax Bills will be due and payable, October 3, 2016. If you own property in Petersham and have
not received a tax bill, please contact Tax Collector at petershamtax@verizon.net or 978-724-6620.
The Town of Petersham Tax Bills will be due and payable, October 3, 2016. If you own property in Petersham and have
not received a tax bill, please contact Tax Collector at petershamtax@verizon.net or 978-724-6620.
HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
There will be a collection of Hazardous Materials on October 1, 2016 at the Orange Transfer Station and the GCC Main Campus (not at the Petersham Transfer Station). To participate in this collection event preregistration is required.
Click here for additional information.
There will be a collection of Hazardous Materials on October 1, 2016 at the Orange Transfer Station and the GCC Main Campus (not at the Petersham Transfer Station). To participate in this collection event preregistration is required.
Click here for additional information.
TOWN HALL BUILDING USAGE NOTICE
To Whom it may concern, the Petersham Town Hall will be closed to all use and entry from
7am September 21, 2016 - September 25, 2016
for scheduled floor maintenance on both levels. Entry and use of town hall during this time is prohibited. Town Hall will re-open for entry and use again Monday September 26, 2016 at 8am. Please make note. Please contact Steven C. Boudreau Administrative Coordinator at cell phone 774-200-4629 if you have any questions. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Posted 9-14-2016 by Steven C. Boudreau
To Whom it may concern, the Petersham Town Hall will be closed to all use and entry from
7am September 21, 2016 - September 25, 2016
for scheduled floor maintenance on both levels. Entry and use of town hall during this time is prohibited. Town Hall will re-open for entry and use again Monday September 26, 2016 at 8am. Please make note. Please contact Steven C. Boudreau Administrative Coordinator at cell phone 774-200-4629 if you have any questions. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Posted 9-14-2016 by Steven C. Boudreau
SELECTBOARD OFFICE HOURS
The Please be advised the Petersham Selectboard Office will be open as follows September 19, 2016 – September 23, 2016:
Monday September 19, 2016- 8am – 4pm
Tuesday September 20, 2016- 8am – 4pm
Wednesday September 21, 2016 8am – 4pm
Thursday September 22, 2016 8am – 4pm
Friday September 23, 2016 8am – 12noon
The Please be advised the Petersham Selectboard Office will be open as follows September 19, 2016 – September 23, 2016:
Monday September 19, 2016- 8am – 4pm
Tuesday September 20, 2016- 8am – 4pm
Wednesday September 21, 2016 8am – 4pm
Thursday September 22, 2016 8am – 4pm
Friday September 23, 2016 8am – 12noon
PETERSHAM PAVING PROJECTS
The Petersham Highway Department has announced the following paving projects to be performed on September 15th and 16th, weather permitting.
New Athol Road:
#72 to Athol town line.
South Street:
Intersection of 122 and 32 to Nichewaug Road.
The Petersham Highway Department has announced the following paving projects to be performed on September 15th and 16th, weather permitting.
New Athol Road:
#72 to Athol town line.
South Street:
Intersection of 122 and 32 to Nichewaug Road.
STATE PRIMARY ELECTION WARRANT
The Warrant for the September 8, 2016 State Primary Election has been posted to the Elections page.
The Warrant for the September 8, 2016 State Primary Election has been posted to the Elections page.
GLEN VALLEY ROAD BRIDGE OPENING
On Thursday, Sept. 8, at 2:30 PM
The Petersham Highway Dept. and Petersham Selectboard cordially invite all to join special guests including retired Sen. Stephen Brewer and retired Highway Superintendent Tim Graves for the Glen Valley Road Bridge Opening near Glen Valley Road & Nichewaug Road.
Gather on the west side of the bridge.
Join in a ribbon cutting, crossing the bridge, and good cheer
Rain or shine.
On Thursday, Sept. 8, at 2:30 PM
The Petersham Highway Dept. and Petersham Selectboard cordially invite all to join special guests including retired Sen. Stephen Brewer and retired Highway Superintendent Tim Graves for the Glen Valley Road Bridge Opening near Glen Valley Road & Nichewaug Road.
Gather on the west side of the bridge.
Join in a ribbon cutting, crossing the bridge, and good cheer
Rain or shine.
PETERSHAM ANNUAL REPORTS FOR 2014-2015
The 2014-2015 Annual Town Reports are now
available on the Documents page.
The 2014-2015 Annual Town Reports are now
available on the Documents page.
SELECTBOARD MEETING SCHEDULE
The Petersham Selectboard has scheduled meeting dates through June 2016 which can be viewed on the SELECTBOARD page.
The Petersham Selectboard has scheduled meeting dates through June 2016 which can be viewed on the SELECTBOARD page.
CREDIBLE COVERAGE DISCLOSURE NOTICE & RATES FOR MIIA HEALTH BENEFITS TRUST STARTING JUNE 2016
Please find information below regarding Credible Coverage for Prescription Drug Coverage and Medicare and MIIA Health Benefits Trust Rates starting June 2016 for all employees/retirees enrolled in health insurance plans through the Town of Petersham.
Click here for more information
Please find information below regarding Credible Coverage for Prescription Drug Coverage and Medicare and MIIA Health Benefits Trust Rates starting June 2016 for all employees/retirees enrolled in health insurance plans through the Town of Petersham.
Click here for more information
PETERSHAM HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT - REQUEST FOR BIDS
The Petersham Highway Department has posted two requests for bids which are due by June 1, 2016 at 12:00 noon.
Click on the links below to view requests
Request for bid - Fog Seal
Request for bid - Paving / Resurfacing
The Petersham Highway Department has posted two requests for bids which are due by June 1, 2016 at 12:00 noon.
Click on the links below to view requests
Request for bid - Fog Seal
Request for bid - Paving / Resurfacing
2016 VALUATION AND TAXES BOOKLET
The Petersham Board of Assessors wish to notify all Petersham Tax Payers that the Valuation and Taxes of the Town of Petersham for the Year 2016 Booklet is available for pick up and distribution at the Petersham Town Offices 3 South Main Street at the Board of Assessors Office, the Selectboard Office and the Petersham Memorial Library during regular business hours for each office effective immediately. All interested Petersham Tax Payers are invited to pick up a free copy.
The Petersham Board of Assessors wish to notify all Petersham Tax Payers that the Valuation and Taxes of the Town of Petersham for the Year 2016 Booklet is available for pick up and distribution at the Petersham Town Offices 3 South Main Street at the Board of Assessors Office, the Selectboard Office and the Petersham Memorial Library during regular business hours for each office effective immediately. All interested Petersham Tax Payers are invited to pick up a free copy.
PETERSHAM HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
SCHEDULE OF WORK
The Petersham Highway Department Superintendent
(Greg Waid) would like to share the schedule below of planned road work in Petersham.
5/2/16 - 5/11/16:
Grading and rolling of dirt roads
5/4/16:
Sweeper is scheduled to sweep the center of town.
5/3/16 - 5/11/16:
Crack sealing on various Hardwick.Dugway, Dana, Amidon, Woodward, and West, roads
SCHEDULE OF WORK
The Petersham Highway Department Superintendent
(Greg Waid) would like to share the schedule below of planned road work in Petersham.
5/2/16 - 5/11/16:
Grading and rolling of dirt roads
5/4/16:
Sweeper is scheduled to sweep the center of town.
5/3/16 - 5/11/16:
Crack sealing on various Hardwick.Dugway, Dana, Amidon, Woodward, and West, roads
SENATOR ANNE GOBI - PETERSHAM OFFICE HOURS
Tyler Wolanin, District Aide to Senator Anne Gobi (D-Spencer) will be holding office hours in Petersham on May 10, 2016.
Click here to view Press Release
Tyler Wolanin, District Aide to Senator Anne Gobi (D-Spencer) will be holding office hours in Petersham on May 10, 2016.
Click here to view Press Release
PETERSHAM TREE TOUR
The Petersham Forest and Shade Tree Committee present the Petersham Tree Tour.
Click on the link below for additional information
Petersham Tree Tour
The Petersham Forest and Shade Tree Committee present the Petersham Tree Tour.
Click on the link below for additional information
Petersham Tree Tour
OPENING / CLOSING TOWN MEETING WARRANTS
The Selectboard voted to open the Petersham 2016 Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants effective Tuesday March 1, 2016 at 12 noon and closed the Petersham 2016 Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants on Monday May 2, 2016 at 12 noon
Click here for additional information
The Selectboard voted to open the Petersham 2016 Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants effective Tuesday March 1, 2016 at 12 noon and closed the Petersham 2016 Special and Annual Town Meeting Warrants on Monday May 2, 2016 at 12 noon
Click here for additional information
OPEN BURNING PERMITS
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
Massachusetts allows residents to burn brush between
January 15 and May 1, depending on weather conditions.
For additional information and to apply for a permit online
select the link below.
Open Burning Permit Site
ARBOR DAY 2016
Celebrate Arbor Day on April 30, 2016
10:00 - 2:00 on the Common.
Click here for details on Arbor Day 2016 Celebration
Celebrate Arbor Day on April 30, 2016
10:00 - 2:00 on the Common.
Click here for details on Arbor Day 2016 Celebration
Click on tree above for additional information
POSITION POSTING
The Town is seeking full time employee
to fill position of Maintenance Operator, Class B,
in the Petersham Highway Department.
Click here for more information
The Town is seeking full time employee
to fill position of Maintenance Operator, Class B,
in the Petersham Highway Department.
Click here for more information
NICHEWAUG PROPERTY - PUBLIC INPUT MEETING
The Town of Petersham will hold a public information meeting on Wednesday, April 13th, at 6 pm at the Petersham Town Hall, lower level, 1 South Main Street, with the newly-hired planning consultant Ted Carman from Concord Square Planning & Development Inc. For more information click on the link below.
Nichewaug Property Page
The Town of Petersham will hold a public information meeting on Wednesday, April 13th, at 6 pm at the Petersham Town Hall, lower level, 1 South Main Street, with the newly-hired planning consultant Ted Carman from Concord Square Planning & Development Inc. For more information click on the link below.
Nichewaug Property Page
PROPOSALS FOR NICHEWAUG CONSULTANT
The Town of Petersham has received submissions from three interested consultants.
To view the proposals select the link below
Nichewaug Property Page
The Town of Petersham has received submissions from three interested consultants.
To view the proposals select the link below
Nichewaug Property Page
PETERSHAM TAX RATE AND BILLS
The Town of Petersham FY2016 Tax Rate is $16.42 per thousand of value. Tax Bills will be due and payable, April 1st, 2016. Filing deadline for abatement’s and exemptions is Friday, April 1st, 2016, and must to be in the hands of the Board of Assessors before 3pm. Interest on late payments is 14 percent per annum. If you own property in Petersham and do not receive a tax bill, please contact Tax Collector at petershamtax@verizon.net or 978-724-6620.
Dana W. Kennan, Chairman
Petersham Board of Assessors
The Town of Petersham FY2016 Tax Rate is $16.42 per thousand of value. Tax Bills will be due and payable, April 1st, 2016. Filing deadline for abatement’s and exemptions is Friday, April 1st, 2016, and must to be in the hands of the Board of Assessors before 3pm. Interest on late payments is 14 percent per annum. If you own property in Petersham and do not receive a tax bill, please contact Tax Collector at petershamtax@verizon.net or 978-724-6620.
Dana W. Kennan, Chairman
Petersham Board of Assessors
REQUEST FOR SEALED PROPOSALS
Glen Valley road over Swift River Bridge Improvement project.
For additional information click on the link below.
Glen Valley Bridge RFP
Glen Valley road over Swift River Bridge Improvement project.
For additional information click on the link below.
Glen Valley Bridge RFP
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
The Franklin Regional Council of Governments (FRCOG) will accept proposals from qualified Massachusetts Professional Engineers on behalf of the Town of Petersham for design services for a complete modern wood pellet boiler system at Petersham Center School. Sealed proposals are due March 2, 2016 at 2pm at FRCOG, 12 Olive St., Suite 2, Greenfield, MA 01301 attn: Andrea Woods. Total design fee is not to exceed $30,000. A mandatory walk through will be held at the School on February 10, 2016 at 2:00pm. Download proposal instructions and specifications from http://frcog.org/bids. All who download specifications will be given notification of addenda or snow delays. The project is partially funded by the Town and partially by a Dept of Energy Resources grant. The Town of Petersham, who is the awarding authority, reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, in total or in party, as they deem in the best interest of the public.
The Franklin Regional Council of Governments (FRCOG) will accept proposals from qualified Massachusetts Professional Engineers on behalf of the Town of Petersham for design services for a complete modern wood pellet boiler system at Petersham Center School. Sealed proposals are due March 2, 2016 at 2pm at FRCOG, 12 Olive St., Suite 2, Greenfield, MA 01301 attn: Andrea Woods. Total design fee is not to exceed $30,000. A mandatory walk through will be held at the School on February 10, 2016 at 2:00pm. Download proposal instructions and specifications from http://frcog.org/bids. All who download specifications will be given notification of addenda or snow delays. The project is partially funded by the Town and partially by a Dept of Energy Resources grant. The Town of Petersham, who is the awarding authority, reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, in total or in party, as they deem in the best interest of the public.
POSITION POSTING
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT SUPERINTENDENT
Select the link below for more information.
Employment Page
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT SUPERINTENDENT
Select the link below for more information.
Employment Page
COMMUNITY PRESERVATION ACT - PRESENTATION
The Community Preservation Act (CPA) presentation which was presented during the 1-26-2016 selectboard meeting can be viewed by selecting the link below.
CPA Presentation
The Community Preservation Act (CPA) presentation which was presented during the 1-26-2016 selectboard meeting can be viewed by selecting the link below.
CPA Presentation
DOG LICENSES AVAILABLE
The 2016 Dog Licenses are available in the Town Clerk's Office. All dogs are supposed to be licensed by January 1, 2016 per the General By-Laws Article XIII Section 1 (f). Altered dogs are $6.00 each and unaltered dogs are $10.00 each. If an up to date rabies vaccination is not on file in the Clerk's Office, then the owner must submit one with the request to license. Requests may be mailed in, dropped off in the Selectmen's Office or be brought into the Town Clerk's Office on Monday evenings between 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm. If you request it by mail, the request must be accompanied with a self addressed stamped (with sufficient postage) envelope. Requests without return envelopes will not be mailed back to the owner. If you have questions, please feel free to call the Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649. Please be advised that requests received after January 1 may be subject to late fees.
The 2016 Dog Licenses are available in the Town Clerk's Office. All dogs are supposed to be licensed by January 1, 2016 per the General By-Laws Article XIII Section 1 (f). Altered dogs are $6.00 each and unaltered dogs are $10.00 each. If an up to date rabies vaccination is not on file in the Clerk's Office, then the owner must submit one with the request to license. Requests may be mailed in, dropped off in the Selectmen's Office or be brought into the Town Clerk's Office on Monday evenings between 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm. If you request it by mail, the request must be accompanied with a self addressed stamped (with sufficient postage) envelope. Requests without return envelopes will not be mailed back to the owner. If you have questions, please feel free to call the Clerk's Office at 978-724-6649. Please be advised that requests received after January 1 may be subject to late fees.
