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Acton Community Housing Corp

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Acton Community Housing Corporation (ACHC) is appointed by the Board of Selectmen and charged with facilitating affordable housing for working families and individuals... Full Description

Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Acton-Boxborough Cultural Council (ABCC) was established in 1982 to promote the arts, to help develop cultural programs in the Acton and Boxborough communities and to... Full Description

Board of Assessors

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The board works with the Assessor/Appraiser, overseeing the establishment of property values, hearing appeals, reviewing abatements, establishing the tax rate, and processing... Full Description

Board of Health

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Board of Health is charged with protecting the overall public health of the citizens of Acton. This mission is realized through the implementation of numerous programs... Full Description

Cable Advisory Committee

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Cable Advisory Committee serves to advise the Board of Selectmen in matters pertaining to Cable Television in the Town of Acton. The CAC also accepts complaints from... Full Description

Cemetery Commission

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Commissioners are responsible for expenditures from the various cemetery trust funds and oversee the operation and care of the three Town-owned cemeteries. They assist in... Full Description

Commission on Disability

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Commission on Disability’s mission is to make Acton a better place to live by: advocating for the rights and interests of citizens with disabilities and their... Full Description

Conservation Commission

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

This Commission promotes and develops the natural resources and seeks to protect the watershed resources of the Town. Its primary work consists of review of the site plans... Full Description

Design Review Board

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The mission of the Design Review Board is to promote attractive, pedestrian-friendly development that enhances Town character and overall quality of life. Its intention is... Full Description

Economic Development Committee

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Economic Development Committee consists of members of town boards, the Chamber of Commerce, and citizens at large. Its members are appointed by the Board of Selectmen. The... Full Description

Historic District Commission

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Historic District Commission (HDC) is responsible for preserving the heritage of Acton by protecting the architecture and integrity of our three designated Historic... Full Description

Planning Board

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Planning Board studies the resources and needs of the Town, particularly conditions affecting public welfare and safety related to land use and development. It uses the... Full Description

Recreation Commission

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

An advisory committee of the Board of Selectmen to oversee long range planning for recreational facilities and site acquisition, as well as development and maintenance of... Full Description

Transportation Advisory Committee

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Transportation Advisory Committee coordinates local transportation planning efforts and makes recommendations to the Board of Selectmen and the Planning Board on: ... Full Description

Volunteer Coordinating Committee

Posted December 2, 2011 | Open Until Filled

The Volunteer Coordinating Committee (VCC) works for the Board of Selectmen, Town Manager and Town Moderator to help find volunteers for more than 30 town boards. The VCC also... Full Description


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