WESTFORD CENTER — Sen. John Cronin and Rep. Jim Arciero recently secured $50,000 in state funding for the Westford Police Department
“Cronin and I were proud to secure and present a $50,000 earmark for the Westford Police Department,” Arciero announced on social media. “Thank you to Chief Mark Chambers and the Westford Police Department for their continued dedication to keeping our community safe!”
According to the lawmakers, the funding will help support the development of a police wellness center, purchase new equipment, fund facility upgrades and provide additional services for officers.
The funding comes as the department faces ongoing budget constraints. According to the town’s fiscal 2027 budget documents, the department lost two officer positions in fiscal 2025, reducing daily patrol coverage.
Chief Chambers also said that staffing at current levels limits the department’s ability to expand proactive policing initiatives.
The lawmakers hope the funding could help address some of the department’s equipment and facility needs while providing resources to support officers’ health and well-being.
