Shirley Conservation Commission approves extension permit for Mass Electric work. Vice-Chair Susan Gillham presided over the April 28 meeting with Members Marie Elwyn, Dan Knapp, Bonnie Woodward, and Michelle Lydon present; Chair Jennifer McGuiness and Member Stuart Sears were absent. The
The Transportation Action Committee discussed 2026-2030 priorities and assigned members to research and coordinate on multiple transportation initiatives.
Shirley Select Board clears town warrant with 26 articles approved unanimously. Chair Brian Hildebrant and Vice Chair Andree Jean Jacques endorsed all articles for the May Annual Town Meeting, scheduled at Ayer-Shirley Middle School on Church Street. The board also unanimously approved a Community
Shirley Recreation Commission unanimously approved bills and prior minutes, then continued debate over splitting the $5,749 annual AdminSports fee among its programs. Chair Linda Cournoyer and members Katie Aponte and Matt Thomas said they need detailed registration data from each program to
The Shirley Community Preservation Committee unanimously approved three warrant articles and $18,422 in funding for the Meeting House Ladies Parlor restoration on April 15. Chair Jay Duffner and the committee backed the project to convert the second-floor room into a gallery for historical
Shirley Conservation Commission unanimously approved an Enforcement Order for wetlands violations at Patterson Road properties owned by Jedidiah Provost of Provost Development LLC. Chair Jennifer McGuinness and all seven members present voted 7-0 to issue the order, with Conservation Agent Mike
Shirley Select Board closes town meeting warrant with 27 articles approved for voter consideration. Chair Brian Hildebrant and Vice Chair Andree Jean Jacques unanimously advanced the warrant closure and appointed Laurie Witherell to the Personnel Board. Town Administrator Sawyer reported the budget
The Enhancing Shirley Committee approved prior minutes and welcomed John Cardillo Sr. as a new member at its April 13 meeting. All five committee members attended. The committee completed seasonal work at Whiteley Park and Veterans Row, including removal of Christmas lights and tree maintenance,
Shirley Council on Aging advances June board elections after approving prior minutes. Chair Marie Elwyn will step down after her second term expires; Secretary Laurie Witherell will remain for a second term. Director Amy Leonard reported partnerships with Springdell Farms for $25 senior produce
Shirley Zoning Board unanimously continued the Parker Village comprehensive permit hearing to May 4. Vice Chair Lee M. "Chip" Guercio, Members Dave Swain, Stuart Sears, Lee Mirkovic, and Associate Member Dustin White voted 5-0 to postpone after the applicant requested extension through May 11. In