Town of Ayer News
Capital Planning Committee Holds First Meeting in FY2027 Budget Process
The Capital Planning Committee met on Wednesday night (Dec. 10th) and listened to the town management’s recommendations for capital spending in FY2027, which begins July 1, 2026. This was an overview, an initial presentation. Individual departments will appear before the committee over the next few weeks. About the Capital Planning Committee The Capital Planning Committee…
Residents of All Ages Came Out for Ayer’s 10th Annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Stroll
The Town of Ayer hosted its 10th annual holiday tree lighting and stroll yesterday. From young children to Santa, all ages came out for the special tradition. Residents collected their candles and the stroll began around 5 p.m. Together, all the candles created a beautiful white glow as the group walked down Main Street, then…
Ayer Police Department Offers Citizens Police Academy
The Ayer Police Department recently announced it will be offering a citizens police academy from January 3, 2026 through March 7, 2026. Anyone who lives or works in Ayer is eligible to apply. There is no cost, but you must be at least 17 years old. This program will be offered on Saturday mornings in…
Town of Ayer Faces Projected $1 Million Budget Shortfall
The Town of Ayer faces a projected shortfall of $1,011,707 in fiscal year 2027, according to the town management’s presentation to the Finance Committee on Thursday, Nov. 20th. These are preliminary numbers, as the town has not yet received its school assessments and other final costs. One of the biggest drivers may be employee health…
Mark Your Calendar: Town of Ayer Announces Holiday Events
The Town of Ayer has announced its holiday event lineup. Saturday, Dec. 6: On Dec. 6th, the Town of Ayer will host its Downtown Holiday Candlelight Stroll and Tree Lighting with Santa & Mrs. Claus and the Nashoba Valley Concert Band at Town Hall at 1 Main Street. 4:45 pm Sunday, Dec. 13: Join the…
Residents: Prioritize Senior Center in Community Development Block Grant Application
Fourteen residents filled the Ayer Town Hall meeting room on Wednesday, Nov. 19th and asked the town to prioritize the Senior Center building project in its upcoming Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application. The Ayer Community & Economic Development Office advertised a meeting/public hearing, which included a review of the town’s current FY2024 grant for…
In Ayer, Taking Out the Trash Will Cost Pretty Much the Same in 2026
The Ayer Select Board held its public hearing Tuesday night to set transfer station (solid waste) rates for the 2026 calendar year. The board raised annual vehicle sticker prices for most users, but left the price of the blue bags alone. This means the cost of disposing your trash should be similar to last year….
Fitchburg Road One Step Closer to Transition with Sewer Extension Grant
There have long been plans and visions for Fitchburg Road. Now, the state is investing in a sewer extension and change could really be ahead. On Nov. 7th, the Town of Ayer announced a $500,000 grant from the state’s Community One Stop Grant program. This will allow sewer to be extended further down Fitchburg Road,…
Ayer Residents Approve $11.55 Million Debt Exclusion for New Senior Center at Special Town Election
Ayer residents have approved a $11.55 million debt exclusion to help finance a new $15.1 million senior center on town-owned property on Bishop Road. The town held a one-question Special Town Election today (Tuesday, Nov. 4th) from noon to 8 pm and announced the results this evening shortly before 9 p.m. 1,031 residents voted in…
Next Tuesday: Residents Vote on Debt Exclusion And Whether to Authorize $11.55 Million in Borrowing for New Senior Center
The Town of Ayer will hold a Special Election on Tuesday, Nov. 4th for residents to vote on a debt exclusion for the proposed senior center project. This would allow for $11.55 million in borrowing, resulting in a $165 increase in the average tax bill for a 25-year borrowing term. The election will be held…