WESTFORD — Do you plan on attending Special Town Meeting later this month? Check out several free resources available to residents who plan on attending.
Childcare signup:
As only WestfordCAT reported in 2023, after the successful pilot of free onsite childcare at the March 2023 Annual Town Meeting, the Recreation Department continues to provide onsite childcare services to residents during the meeting.
Parents must register online ahead of the meeting. Only children 5 years old and up are eligible to participate in the program. Parents must remain on site and must sign their child in upon arrival.
Drop-off begins at 6:30 p.m. and will remain open through the end of the meeting.
Drop-ins during the meeting are not permitted. Registration will remain open through Oct. 16.
Free transportation:
Free transportation is available for residents to and from Special Town Meeting.
The service is provided through the Cameron Senior Center and is open to all Westford voters.
Residents are advised to sign up at least 48 hours before the meeting.
Accessibility services:
Accessible parking is available. Braille clickers and Assisted Listening Devices are available upon request.
If a resident requires any additional reasonable accommodations due to a disability, residents should submit a request by Oct. 8 via email or by calling the Town Manager’s office at 978-692-5501.
Additional information:
Residents who plan to attend the meeting should take this survey so the town may better plan for the number of attendees.
WestfordCAT reported that the warrant will consist of several zoning articles, as well as a citizens petition to allow remote participation at future town meetings.
The deadline to register to vote for Special Town Meeting is Oct. 11. Residents may register to vote online or in person at the Town Clerk’s office.
Check-in for the meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at Westford Academy on Oct. 21. The meeting will be continued to Oct. 28 if needed.
WestfordCAT will broadcast the meeting on YouTube and on our government channels.
