001Hello clockers. It is good to be back with another segment of WACA news blog. My name is Hi Silver and today I'll provide you with a quick update on the latest happenings in Ashland as highlighted in the town manager newsletter. Some news you need to know. The priority project downtown revitalization. This week we spotlight downtown Ashland. A project years in the making that's really coming to life. Seven and a half years after the Boston Globe covered Ashlin's goal for a vibrant, walkable downtown, phase two of construction is wrapping up. Sidewalks and building trenches are being repaired, and we're preparing for phase three, removing the utility poles for good. We expect major visual improvements by year's end. You'll also see crews restoring the exterior of town hall, a symbol of our town's civic pride and historic
002charm. And thanks to new businesses, downtown has a whole new vibe. From flower shops to breweries, locals are embracing the walkability, connecting with neighbors, and supporting small businesses like never before. Clover Road Brewing, ribbon cutting. Speaking of vibrant businesses, Clover Road Brewing celebrated its official opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Located in the beautifully renovated old fire station, the brewery has quickly become a community favorite. with dogs, kids, and families all enjoying the space. It's not just a brewery, it's a hub of community connection. If you haven't visited yet, it's worth checking out. Scholarships are now open. Graduating seniors do not miss these opportunities. The Ashlin Select Board is offering two $2,000 scholarships due May 1st. The Ashlin Fish and Game Club offers scholarships for students pursuing studies in wildlife, environmental sciences, or forestry, also
003due May 1st. The Ashlin Business Association has two $1,500 scholarships open to seniors entering higher ed or apprenticeship programs due May 2nd. The motor vehicle excess tax reminder. If you haven't paid your excise tax from commitment one, it's now past due. A $30 demand fee will apply after May 19th. Questions? Contact the assessor's office at assessor's officemass.com. The spring yard waste collection yard waste pickup is scheduled for April 28th, May 5th, 12th, and 19th, June 2nd, and June 9th. Place grass and leaves curbside and marked barrels or paper bags by 7:00 a.m. No branches or brush. Questions, call the DPW at 5088120. The DPW special collection events, oil, mercury, and oilbased paint drop off will be Saturday, May 3rd, 9:00 a.m. to noon, and electronics recycling day, Saturday, June 7th, 9:00 a.m. through noon. Both
004events will be held at the DPW facility. The annual townwide cleanup May 3rd through 4th. Ashlin's favorite spring tradition returns. The annual townwide cleanup takes place on May 3rd with supplies available at Stone Park Pavilion from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Can't make it Saturday? Cleanup continues through Sunday. Just leave bags near your cleanup spot. Register online from April 21st to 30th or walk in the day of. Let's keep Ashland beautiful. A taste of Metro West. April 28th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Join the Metro West Chamber for an evening of food and fun at the Sheridan Firmingham Hotel. Sample from top restaurants, caterers, and wineries and vote for your favorites. Tickets are available online. The drug takeback day will be held on April 26th from 10 a.m. to 2 pm. Safely dispose of expired medications
005and sharps at the Ashlin Public Safety Building. The Ashen Lions and Police Department will be on hand to assist. Some job and volunteer opportunities. We are hiring. We're hiring a town planner, a director prevention and human services, an assistant town accountant, and DPW operators and technicians. We also have open seats on several town committees, including the conservation commission, open space committee, and storm water advisory. Find your role in shaping Ashlin's future. Community shout out, the Boston Marathon runners. A huge cheer to all Ashlin participants in the 2025 Boston Marathon. Whether you're running or supporting, we're proud of the way our community comes together on this historic day. Thank you. How are you guys feeling? Amazing. Good. going to be real. Are you on the pace that you want to? And I got pneumonia four weeks
006ago, so there's no pace. Ah, okay. There you go. Exactly. We know we're going to finish, so we're here to have fun. Good. Well, thanks for running. Thanks for running for the town of Ashland. You're welcome. We're really glad we could do that. Yeah. Okay. Well, any last words before we let you finish? No. No. No. We got a long way to go, though. Okay. Well, enjoy and good luck. Bye, girls. Roses. Bye, Rose Girls. That's all for today's update. Stay tuned for more news and remember to participate in your community events. A thank you to town manager Michael Herbert and the entire town staff for their efforts in bringing us this informative newsletter. And thank you all for joining us today on WACA. My name is Halley Silver. Good night and go clockers.