Conservation Commission - June 10th, 2026 | Westford, MA

The Westford Conservation Commission held a meeting on June 10, 2026, focusing primarily on environmental and infrastructure projects within the town. Key procurement-related discussions included the Colonial Drive bridge repair project, where the town is funding a trenchless rehabilitation method to extend the culvert's service life, and the release of RFPs for Hill Orchard and Day Farm conservation projects, which were pending release at the time. The commission also reviewed multiple public hearings concerning property developments near wetlands, tree removal requests due to safety and health concerns, and septic system installations, with several motions passed to continue hearings or issue conditional determinations. Additionally, the commission addressed enforcement orders, compliance updates, and the appointment of a commissioner to an Environmental Bond Committee working group. The meeting included detailed technical discussions on project impacts, environmental protections, and construction timelines, emphasizing minimizing ecological disturbance and ensuring regulatory compliance.