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Ayer Select Board Sends Letter of Concerns Over Proposed Changes to Super Town Meeting Process

(June 24, 2026) - The Ayer Select Board recently voted to send a letter to Sen. Jamie Eldridge and Rep. Danillo Sena, expressing the town's concerns regarding Gov. Maura Healey's proposed changes to Chapter 498 of the Acts of 1993 governing Devens, as proposed in the Mass Wins Act, H.5386. The Select Board voted to approve the language at its June 16th meeting. At that time, … [Read more...] about Ayer Select Board Sends Letter of Concerns Over Proposed Changes to Super Town Meeting Process

IDFA Board of Directors Appointed in Ayer

(June 16, 2026) - The Select Board voted to reactivate the town’s Industrial Development Finance Authority (IDFA) in March, and to authorize the use of $1 million in UDAG funds. The Select Board took the next step at its June 16th meeting and appointed five residents to serve on the board. “The IDFA is not new to Ayer,” said the town’s Economic Development Director. “It … [Read more...] about IDFA Board of Directors Appointed in Ayer

Sign Up Now – Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project Starts 2026 Spray Schedules

(June 19, 2026) - It's summer in Massachusetts and that means it's time to think about protecting your family from mosquitos. If you live in Ayer, you can sign up to have your yard sprayed for free. You can visit the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project website. Look for the "Request Service" icon or here is a direct link. The project's published schedules show it … [Read more...] about Sign Up Now – Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project Starts 2026 Spray Schedules

Ayer Select Board to Meet and Schedule Special Town Meeting for West Main Street Bridge Project

(June 19, 2026) – The Ayer Select Board will meet next Wednesday to discuss the West Main Street Bridge project, according to a meeting notice posted to the town website. According to the meeting notice, the Select Board will meet in executive session, under the provision of G.L. c. 30A, sec. 21(a)(6) to consider "the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property." … [Read more...] about Ayer Select Board to Meet and Schedule Special Town Meeting for West Main Street Bridge Project

Town of Ayer to Take on Nashoba Associated Boards of Health Payroll and Financial Services for a Year

(June 16, 2026) – The Ayer Select Board voted this week to authorize the Town of Ayer to enter into an intermunicipal agreement with the Nashoba Associated Boards of Health to provide financial and payroll support services. The Town Manager presented this to the Select Board and said the town would receive $20,000 in exchange for providing the services for a year. He said … [Read more...] about Town of Ayer to Take on Nashoba Associated Boards of Health Payroll and Financial Services for a Year

Residents Ask the Police Chief Questions About Flock Safety Cameras

By Sara Withee(June 16, 2026) – The Police Chief returned to the Select Board meeting last night to share an update on the Ayer Police Department’s new Flock Safety Camera portal. The Police Chief explained that the department had compiled a Flock Safety Camera Information Portal and published this on June 8th. Residents can access the portal through the police department … [Read more...] about Residents Ask the Police Chief Questions About Flock Safety Cameras

News of Flock Safety Cameras in Ayer, Groton and Littleton

(June 5, 2026) - As questions arise about Flock Safety cameras in Ayer, residents in two nearby communities are also concerned about the license plate reader technology. On Tuesday, Ayer’s police chief answered a few questions about Flock cameras at the Select Board meeting. He said the department wants to put questions and answers online. At this same meeting, the Town … [Read more...] about News of Flock Safety Cameras in Ayer, Groton and Littleton

Ayer Police Department Shares Flock Safety Public Information Portal on Town Web Page

By Sara Withee (June 9, 2026) - The Ayer Police Department shared the Flock Safety Public Information Portal on its town web page on Tuesday. The portal includes an open letter from the police chief to the community and frequently asked questions about the technology, along with other materials. You can visit the portal here. … [Read more...] about Ayer Police Department Shares Flock Safety Public Information Portal on Town Web Page