Shirley Recreation Commission unanimously approved a one-year AdminSports contract covering registrations and payments through May 4, 2027. The four-member commission, including Linda Cournoyer, Jonathan Deforge, Keith Begun, and Matt Thomas, also confronted a budget challenge when Ayer-Shirley
Shirley Conservation Commission approves Squannacook River dam repairs order and $5,250 in accounts payable. Chair Jennifer McGuiness and four voting members voted unanimously to close a public hearing on the dam project (which involves concrete removal and repair) and approve its Order of
The Transportation Action Committee reviewed the Shirley Town Center MBTA Improvements project, a $300,000 Community Catalyst Grant to enhance downtown pedestrian safety and transit connectivity. Vice Chair Robert Adam presided in the absence of Chair Theresa Richards.
The Enhancing Shirley Committee approved its Welcome Wagon packet front cover design and received printing quotes of $1,600 for 300 color copies from Nashoba Tech, with $180 in resident pre-payments already collected. Chair Candace King and committee members coordinated Memorial Day beautification,
Shirley Conservation Commission approves $4,700 forestry consultant payment, continues two wetlands hearings. Vice-Chair Susan Gillham, with members Marie Elwyn, Dan Knapp, Bonnie Woodward, and Michelle Lydon present, voted unanimously to pay New England Forestry Consultants for a Rich Tree Farm
Shirley Council on Aging approves April minutes, explores summer programs and looming leadership change. The five-member board unanimously backed prior meeting minutes and discussed whale watch and museum trips, while Hans Onsager advanced talks with Theo's Market in Littleton over produce
Planning Board unanimously endorses three-lot ANR subdivision at 36 Groton Road. Ryan Proctor, Civil Engineer with Dillis & Roy Civil Design Group, presented the plan for the property owned by John Michael Dupre Trustee, GAD Realty Trust; Chair Sarah Widing confirmed all lots meet Residential 1
Zoning Board approves sewer peer review for Parker Village 40B housing project. Chair Kevin P. Kelly and Members Dave Swain, Stuart Sears, and Lee Mirkovic voted unanimously (4–0, with Chair Kelly abstaining) to retain Weston & Sampson despite applicant Brandon McCabe's cost objections; Town 40B
The Enhancing Shirley Committee approved spending on Veteran's Row and Whiteley Park improvements, ordering 30 whiskey barrel planters and plaques. Chair Candace King was reimbursed unanimously for flower purchases, path lights, and flags for completion by Memorial Day. The committee approved a
Shirley Select Board unanimously approves town meeting warrant. Vice Chair Andree Jean Jacques moved approval of the warrant, with Clerk Debra Flagg seconding. Chair Brian Hildebrant presided. The motion passed 3-0.