001hello clockers and welcome to another segment of waa news blog my name is hi silver and today I will be giving you a brief summary of the ashin Town manager newsletter last weekend launched ashlin's fall events with a successful movie night and vibrant performances at Stone Park music festival and ashop porch Fest special thanks to all the organizers and sponsors the Ashley Niza healing Garden has also been updated with a new memorial stone and picnic tables offering a space for Community reflection residents are encouraged to visit and engage with this meaningful site first off we had the priority project update on the downtown project the downtown project has made progress since the last update initially there were no bids for the phase to connect underground utilities to buildings but after splitting the project in two
002phases several bids were received for the site work to install conduits the lowest bid came in just under the estimated amount a contract is being finalized with work expected to start in 3 weeks and last for 6 weeks more information on potential traffic impacts will be shared after the first meeting stay updated via social media now a message from the ashin cultural Council the ashin cultural Council has opened the fy2 grant cycle with applications available on the mass cultural Council website the deadline is October 16th at midnight these grants up to $1,000 each support projects that enrich the town and are open to the public projects must either take place in Ashland or be accessible to Ashland residents for free applicants can apply to multiple local cultural councils now the 126 and Pawn Street update
003Milling on Route 126 from Elliot Street to the hollison line will start on Monday September 16th in preparation for final Paving the paving is scheduled to begin the week of October 4th with possible night work drivers are advised to use caution on milled roads as rais castings will be present following the baa Grant opportunity the baa Grant application is now open for nonprofit organizations the ashin select board offers two Grant rounds annually with applications for the fall 2024 round due by September 30th 2024 qualify qualifying 501c3 organizations can apply for BA grants funded by the Boston Athletic association's annual fundraiser additionally the select board community Grant offers up to $11,000 per cycle with a $1,500 cap over two consecutive rounds for assistance contact Susan Roby at 85327 n21 or via email sroy Ashlin mass.com Robi
004is r o b i e exciting news the 2025 Boston Marathon bibs are now available applications are now open for those interested in running the 2025 Boston Marathon whether you're an active Runner or looking to achieve a lifelong goal you can submit your application by October 15 2024 preference will be given to ashin Residents and employees with names drawn at random for more information contact Susan Roy at 508 5327 n21 or via email sroy Asin mass.com up next we have a message from the Ashlin Board of Health the ashin Board of Health urges residents to protect themselves their families and pets from mosquitoes which can remain active in early fall to prevent mosquito bites and potential illnesses use EPA registered repellants wear long sleeve and pants eliminate standing water around your home repair screens and
005keep pets indoors during Peak mosquito hours for more information on mosquito born diseases in Massachusetts visit the state's website moving on the flu covid RSV tetanus hepb shingles and HPV Clinic the Ashton Board of Health and partnership with Pine Hill Pharmacy will host a vaccine clinic on Tuesday September 17th 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the lower level of the Town Hall flu vaccines are available for ages 3 to 65 and another one for individuals 65 plus RSV vaccines are also offered for those 75 plus or certain individuals aged 60 to 74 who haven't had a dose before Co boosters are available on a first come first served basis please bring your insurance card and pre-register online for questions call 508-8811 extension1 1975 next we have the Ashlin dayve food drive support the
006Ashlin food pantry by donating non- perishable non-expired items at the prevention and Human Services tent during Ashlin day on Saturday September 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 4 P p.m. at Stone Park volunteers are also needed to help with food collection loading unloaded and event setup and takedown now don't forget this is a reminder FY 2025 rubbish and recycling bills are due on Wednesday September 18th payments can be made via a Dropbox at Town Hall online or in person at The treasur Collector Office on the first floor of the town hall now this week's Department Spotlight the department of prevention and Human Services focuses on supporting Community well-being through vital services and resources their efforts aim to promote a healthier safer and more connected Ashland thank you for your dedicated efforts and all that you do
007for the town last week the poll question was what events are you most likely to attend in town by order of most popular to least the results were as followed starting off with the most votes is events with music followed by events that serve beer and wine next up tied are three events for events that are designed for kids daytime events and events that provide food this was followed by evening events and lastly all of them Community shout out a shout out to the Ashley and Farmers Market 2024 Board of Directors for their hard work in keeping Ashley and vibrant every Saturday from June to October thanks to Kate Baker Eric Brooks John Clayman Lauren Gates Paula camau Steve Mitchell saski Romero and Jean Walker for bringing fresh produce local goods and live music to
008the Metro Farmers Market their efforts support local farmers promote nutrition and enhance our community with just over a month left in the season be sure to visit and experience this local gem coming up a big event we have Ashlin day mark your calendars for ashin day on September 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 400 p.m. enjoy a full day of food games Booth prizes rides and jumpy houses this Beloved Community event promises fun for all ages and you won't want to miss it another event coming up is the dragonfly Street Fair don't miss the dragonfly Street Fair on Saturday October 5th from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in downtown Ashland after a one-year break the festival finally has returned showcasing nine musical acts on three stages dance performances street performers face painting and food at multiple
009locations enjoy beverages at The Corner Spot in Clover Road Brewing tap room with 30 vendors local businesses and activities for kids it's a great opportunity to explore the revitalized downtown this event is free but supporting local vendors and businesses while you're there is encouraged please note there is no rain date so we're hoping for sunny weather lastly we have a little sports update for the week and this was provided by Yours Truly Robert silver clocker volleyball is in a four match winning streak heading into the match tonight against hopkington you can catch them live on waca on Wednesday 9:18 will there be hosting the Norton Lancers also the clocker football team is one1 after their hard fought 20 to 14 win in Bellingham last Friday highlighted by a 45 yard touchdown run by Kevin ozumba
010whereas my dad says The Wizard of Oz that is all today thank you to our town manager Michael Herbert and town staff for providing this newsletter and thank you all for tuning in to waa my name is hi silver good night and go clockers