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Westminster Town Crier Episode 29 Celebrates America 250 and provides a COOL UPDATE on Resident Communication.
In this podcast episode released on July 2nd before the July 4th Holiday, Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen provides several key administrative updates for the community of Westminster, Massachusetts. To honor the 250th anniversary of the United States, the town received a historically accurate reproduction of the Declaration of Independence, which will be displayed in Town Hall. Local governance news includes the adoption of a strategic staffing plan to manage long-term human resources and the announcement of a new mobile app designed to streamline resident communication. The host also discusses a planned state-managed roundabout at the intersection of Depot Road and Route 2A, while noting that construction is not expected until 2030. Also covered: local recreational opportunities at Crocker Pond, and the Farmer’s Market.
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Infrastructure and Traffic Safety: Route 2A Roundabout: A significant update was provided regarding the intersection of Depot Road and Route 2A (State Road East) near the Dollar General and the business park.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MassDOT (State-numbered route) |
| Preferred Solution | Roundabout (Signalization was deemed unfeasible by MassDOT) |
| Current Status | Included in the State Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) |
| Estimated Timeline | Approximately 2030 |
| Town Role | Advocacy and endorsement; the Select Board, Planning Board, and DPW Commission have voted in favor of the state’s plan. |
The Town Administrator emphasized that while roundabouts can be polarizing, the decision rests with MassDOT due to the roadway’s state-numbered status. The primary goal is safety and traffic flow at a high-volume intersection.
The Westminster App: The town has signed a contract with GOGov to develop a mobile application.
- Purpose: To consolidate information currently scattered across social media, the website, and word-of-mouth into a single, user-friendly platform.
- Features: Multi-channel communication including mobile push notifications, SMS, email, and voicemail.
- Customization: Residents can opt-in to specific categories (e.g., Senior Center fitness alerts, road closures, or emergency alerts) while opting out of others.
