Departments

Animal Control

The Animal Control Officer provides domestic animal control services to the community. The Animal Control Officer enforces Town By-Laws, as well as the Commonwealth of Massachusetts animal control laws.

Building Department

The Boxborough Building Department is responsible for administering Massachusetts General Laws, Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Gas Codes, Architectural Access Board regulations, and General and Zoning Bylaws of the Town of Boxborough as they relate to demolition, construction, reconstruction, and occupancy of buildings and structures.

Cable (BXB-TV)

BXB-TV is the local cable channel for the Town of Boxborough. BXB-TV provides live coverage of meetings of the Board of Selectmen, with taped coverage rebroadcast throughout the week. BXB-TV also broadcasts taped meetings and events of public interest to Boxborough residents.

Collective Bargaining Agreements & Contracts

View collective bargaining agreements and employment contracts for employees of the Town of Boxborough.

Community & Social Services

The Town of Boxborough offers free social service referrals for residents of all ages as part of the Council on Aging and Community Services Department.

Constables

Find contact information and term lengths for local Constables.

Council on Aging

The goal of the Council on Aging is to assist and work with the COA Director as requested, ensure seniors are aware of and able to utilize the COA van service, work with various organizations that provide senior luncheons, and more.

Emergency Reserve Corps

The Boxborough Emergency Reserve Corps partners with public safety officials to make our community safer and more able to handle natural or man-made disasters through volunteer training, education and planning.

Fire Department

The Fire Department works to save lives and protect property through prevention, preparedness, education and response.

Moderator

The Town Moderator presides over town meetings. Learn more about Town meetings and how to contact the Moderator.

Police Department

The Boxborough Police Department exists to protect and serve the community of Boxborough. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of each Boxborough citizen, to reduce the fear of crime, and to foster positive relations with the public.

Public Health Nurse

The Town of Boxborough addresses the public health needs of Boxborough residents through an agreement with the Nashoba Associated Boards of Health. Through Nashoba, the town offers a health promotion program which includes monthly clinics for health screenings, information and resource referrals, education and outreach, and home visits as needed.

Public Works

The Department of Public Works' mission is to provide the residents of Boxborough with quality Town services, including safe roadways year round, building and grounds maintenance, solid waste disposal and recycling at the Transfer Station, and Cemetery maintenance.

Sargent Memorial Library

The Sargent Memorial Library’s mission is to serve the informational, educational, and recreational needs of Boxborough residents of all ages and backgrounds.

Schools

Boxborough is part of the expanded Acton-Boxborough Regional School District, which is comprised of Acton-Boxborough Regional High School, R. J. Grey Junior High School, Blanchard Memorial Elementary School, and many more!

Town Accountant

Visit the Town Accountant's page to access budget information and other Town financials.

Town Administrator

Appointed by the Select Board, the Town Administrator is the Chief Operating Officer of the Town, overseeing all departments. The Town Administrator's office coordinates general administration, procurement, human resources, and public inquiries.

Town Assessor

The Assessor is required by Massachusetts law to value all real and personal property within the Town for the purpose of taxation. This includes residential, commercial, industrial, and personal property.

Town Clerk

The Town Clerk is the official keeper of records for the Town of Boxborough, is responsible for issuing permits and licenses, and is the chief election officer of the Town.

Town Fields

Town Meeting

Information and Materials Related to Town Meeting

Town Planner

The Town Planner acts as the primary inter-board liaison on land use matters. The Town Planner provides technical assistance and advises Town boards and departments on issues relating to land use regulation, permitting, municipal planning, open space preservation, economic development, and affordable housing. The Town Planner is also responsible for GIS (Geographic Information System) operations.

Transfer Station

The Transfer Station is available to all Boxborough residents with the purchase of a Transfer Station sticker. Learn more about the station and our services.

Treasurer / Collector

The Treasurer/Collector's Office collects all taxes, fees, and incoming funds from town departments. The office is responsible for the custody and investment of town funds, administration of town debt, and disbursement of all payments for the town. The office is also responsible for payroll and benefits administration, and tax title management.

Veterans Services

Peruse helpful information provided by the Veterans Services Department.