Who Wants to be on Westford’s Ag Commission?

The Westford Board of Selectmen is seeking candidates for the town's Agricultural Commission. Interested residents are encouraged to complete a citizen’s activity application form, available online at: data.westfordma.gov/bc

Here is the commission’s charge: “The commission will consist of three members from the active farming community of Westford, and two who are interested in agriculture but are not necessarily commercial farmers. The agricultural commission shall serve as facilitators for encouraging the pursuit of agriculture in the town, shall promote agricultural-based economic opportunities, shall assist in resolving conflicts involving agriculture, and shall participate in educating the community on the benefits of local agriculture. Three members shall serve for a term of three years; two members for a term of two years, and three years thereafter. Up to three alternates may also be appointed by the Board of selectmen; each for one-year terms.”

If you have any questions please contact Matt Hanson in the Town Manager's office at 978-692-5501 ext. 1.

Submitted from the town's notices.