The Department of Public Works is responsible for providing the citizens of Hudson with an extensive
⚠MILLING AND PAVING⚠
DEPENDENT UPON WEATHER, Forestvale Road will be milled and paved tomorrow, Tuesday, September 12. Please note that while we can complete milling in rain, we cannot PAVE in rain.
Please seek alternate routes and expect delays.
Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding!
Two Public Meetings will be held this month to discuss the Stormwater Billing Credit Eligibility and Requirements.
Tuesday, September 19 from 6-8pm
and
Thursday, September 21 from 6-8pm
in the Community Room at 911 Municipal Drive, Hudson, MA 01749
⚠️PAVING TO CONTINUE⚠️
Crews will be back on Lincoln Street (odd numbered side) to wrap up paving beginning 7am tomorrow, Tuesday, August 29.
From there, they will move to Tower to complete paving.
We’re looking forward to having these projects complete and we thank you in advance for being so patient!
⚠ROAD PAVING TO BEGIN⚠
On Monday, August 28 at 7am work will begin to pave Lincoln and Tower Streets!!
Beginning with the Odd Numbered side of Tower Street, crews will work from 7am to about 11am to complete paving.
From there, they will move to the Even Numbered side of Lincoln from about 12pm (noon) to 6pm.
Please plan accordingly as access to residences will be impacted during this paving process.
PLEASE note that paving is a weather-dependent project. We cannot pave in the rain! If the forecast changes, we will update via this page as well as the news and announcements tab on the Town website.
As always, we thank you for your cooperation and patience during this roadwork season!
⚠BRIGHAM STREET CULVERT REPAIR⚠
Beginning today, August 22, Brigham Street will be closed and detoured to allow for culvert repairs to take place.
Please find the detour map at the following link. We thank you in advance for your patience!
Starting 8-22-2023 until further notice due to culvert work.
💦Water Meter Replacement Project Update💦
As of this week, postcards have gone out to the first group of properties for the Meter Replacement Project!
When you receive one of the postcards below, please know that this IS a legitimate project with the Town and it's ok to call the number provided on the postcard to schedule OR utilize the website listed on the postcard to schedule your replacement.
Even properties with newer meters will be a part of this so everyone in Town ends up on the same meter and system.
We're excited to get this project moving and thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience!
🏁Main Street is fully open!🏁
Roadwork is complete on Main St and the detour on to South St. is being removed!
Thank you for your patience during this construction season!
⚠ROAD PAVING TO BEGIN⚠
Main St at Houghton will be paved tomorrow, Friday, August 11 beginning at 6:30AM and lasting until 3:00PM.
The same detour will remain in place until the project is complete, but this paving means we are nearing project completion!
🚧PAVING OF COX STREET TO BEGIN SATURDAY, JULY 22🚧
Expected hours of paving are 7:00am - 4:00pm. As always, please seek alternate routes and expect delays.
Affected residences have been notified.
🚧MILLING OF LINCOLN STREET🚧
Beginning Monday, June 26, from 7am-5pm, Lincoln Street will be milled from Apsley to the Town Line.
Please seek alternate routes when possible and expect delays. Thank you!
🚧Milling of Tower Street will continue on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. 🚧
This work is estimated to last from 7am-10am.
Milling of Cox Street from Lincoln to Manning Sts will begin approximately 9am until 4pm.
Please seek alternate routes, when possible, and expect delays.
🚧Milling of Tower Street will begin Tuesday, June 20!🚧
This work is estimated to last from 7am-4pm.
Please seek alternate routes when possible and expect delays.
🚧MAIN STREET CLOSURE - BRIDGE REPAIR🚧
Work on the Main Street at Houghton Street Bridge is set to begin Monday, June 26, 2023 at 7am.
As with the start of repairs in September 2022, Main Street will be closed for Eastbound traffic between South Street and Houghton Street and Westbound traffic will flow through.
South Street can be accessed either from Washington Street OR by turning right between Chubby's Liquor Store and Hudson Trading & Loan, Co. See map below for detour route.
Please seek alternate routes when able to and expect delays.
💧Water repair on Lincoln St 💧
Earlier today, our crews were working on an issue at Lincoln, near 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Streets. Due to the size of the issue, water had to be turned off to make the repairs.
We estimate within the next hour to have water service restored!
If you're testing for water, please only use COLD as any dirt in the line could affect hot water heaters.
Thank you for your patience with this matter.
🗑2023-2024 Transfer Station Tags are now available!! ♻️
Tags can now be purchased online and mailed to your home!
https://hudsonma.viewpointcloud.com/categories/1079/record-types/1006512
$10 per tag (free for Veterans and Senior Citizens), $2 mailing fee.
As always, you can purchase the tags in person at our offices located at:
1 Municipal Drive
Hudson, MA 01749
Reminder to all Town of Hudson Curbside customers:
Due to the Memorial Day holiday, curbside pickup will be delayed by one day this week.
Thank you and have a safe and happy holiday!
🚧 Celebrating National Public Works Week!🚦
Join us on Day 6 of National Public Works Week as we recognize the invaluable contributions of our dedicated office staff. Behind the scenes, they are the driving force ensuring the smooth operation of our town's public works.
As the first point of contact, our office staff handles a myriad of responsibilities, fielding incoming phone calls from residents, businesses, and organizations across town. With their exceptional communication skills and unwavering dedication, they provide vital assistance and information, ensuring that every inquiry is addressed promptly and efficiently.
Dispatching our skilled crews to areas in need is another crucial task entrusted to our office staff. With their expert coordination, they ensure that our teams are deployed swiftly to handle various issues, be it road repairs, maintenance, emergency situations, and even during snow storms. Their efficient management plays a vital role in maintaining the safety and functionality of our town's infrastructure.
In addition, our skilled draftsmen are an integral part of the team. They meticulously mark out water and sewer lines for residential and commercial projects, ensuring accurate placement and adherence to regulations. Their attention to detail contributes to the smooth ex*****on of construction and maintenance projects, laying the groundwork for a robust and reliable infrastructure.
Furthermore, our Water Billing Clerk takes charge of managing the town's water bills with utmost care and professionalism. With a commitment to accuracy and efficiency, they handle quarterly billing cycles, ensuring that residents receive timely and accurate water bills. Moreover, they provide exceptional customer service, addressing residents' questions and concerns with empathy and professionalism, fostering positive relationships within our community.
This same staff are responsible for the management of the Curbside Collection program, Transfer Station Tags and the Mattress Recycling Program. Through all of the above, we have dedicated staff to ensure all contractors and vendors are paid in a timely manner.
Join us in extending our heartfelt appreciation to our exceptional office staff during National Public Works Week. Their dedication, expertise, and commitment are the pillars of our town's thriving public works system, ensuring the well-being and quality of life for all residents.
🚧 Celebrating National Public Works Week! 🚦
Day 5 of National Public Works Week has us recognizing our Wastewater Division, dedicated to safeguarding our environment and ensuring the health and well-being of our community. Committed to excellence, our team operates and maintains our collection system with adherence to the rules and guidelines set forth by the MA Department of Environmental Protection.
Our collection system spans an impressive 51 miles of gravity sewer, encompassing 15 pump stations and 7 miles of force main sewers. With meticulous care, our skilled technicians conduct regular maintenance, including swift repairs to sewers and pump stations, efficient clearing of sewer stoppages, and thorough diagnosis of the underlying causes. Moreover, we proactively undertake preventative maintenance measures and diligently investigate and abate sources of I/I (inflow and infiltration) to maintain optimal system performance.
Ensuring compliance with the discharge permit issued by the US Environmental Protection Agency, our team meticulously operates and maintains our sophisticated treatment facility. This facility boasts a complex infrastructure, employing extended treatment techniques to ensure strict adherence to the discharge limits imposed on us due to the Assabet River's smaller size.
Furthermore, our responsibility extends to the treatment of sludge—a byproduct of the sewage treatment process that contains contaminants and residual chemicals. Following USEPA guidelines and regulations, our team treats and disposes of the sludge, leaving no room for compromise when it comes to the environment and public safety.
During this National Public Works Week, join us in acknowledging the remarkable efforts of our Wastewater Division. Their commitment to operational excellence and environmental stewardship is truly commendable, ensuring a cleaner and healthier future for us all.
🚧 Celebrating National Public Works Week! 🚦
Day 4 of National Public Works Week! We're highlighting our dedicated Parks, Cemetery, and Forestry Division. This exceptional team goes above and beyond to ensure the beauty and functionality of our town's outdoor spaces.
With utmost care and respect, they maintain our cherished cemeteries, providing assistance during burials and helping residents procure plots for their loved ones. Their commitment extends beyond solemn moments, as they also lend their expertise in removing dead trees from town property, promoting safety and preserving the natural environment.
The Parks, Cemetery, and Forestry Division's passion for community shines through their meticulous upkeep of all town fields. From ensuring manicured grass to facilitating mowing services for local schools, they create safe and inviting spaces for recreation and play.
Moreover, their efforts adorn our downtown streets where they hang and maintain breathtaking flower arrangements. The vibrant colors add an extra touch of charm to our town, creating a welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.
During National Public Works Week, let us express our gratitude to the Parks, Cemetery, and Forestry Division for their dedication. Their tireless efforts enhance the quality of life in our community, making our town a more beautiful, livable place for everyone to enjoy.
🚧 Celebrating National Public Works Week! 🚦
Day 3 of National Public Works Week brings us to our Water Treatment Division!
Responsible for the treatment and distribution of safe drinking water to our residents, their commitment ensures the availability of clean and reliable water for our community.
With utmost dedication, our team conducts regular testing to ensure that our water consistently meets the stringent standards set by the Department of Environmental Protection and the Environmental Protection Agency. Their meticulous efforts guarantee that every drop of water that reaches your homes is of the highest quality.
In addition to water treatment, our division produces and distributes the annual Consumer Confidence Report, providing transparent information about water quality and safety. We diligently keep records required by both the Department of Environmental Protection and the Environmental Protection Agency, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Our responsibilities extend beyond treatment and distribution. We take pride in the construction, maintenance, and repair of essential infrastructure, including water pump stations, wells, tanks, and two treatment facilities. With a dedicated team of professionals, we install and repair water meters, ensuring accurate billing and fair usage assessment. Our commitment to public safety is evident in the installation and inspection of backflow preventers in commercial buildings and irrigation systems, minimizing the risk of contamination.
As stewards of water resources, we conduct mandatory testing and inspection of cross-connection backflow preventers, mitigating potential hazards. We enforce the use of licensed installers, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and expertise. Moreover, our yearly hydrant flushing program ensures optimal performance and fire protection capabilities.
Rest assured, our town's public water mains are meticulously maintained and repaired by our team, guaranteeing uninterrupted water supply to our community. If and when there is an issue with water service, our crews work until that issue is resolved.
During this National Public Works Week, let's express our gratitude to the Water Treatment Division for their unwavering commitment to delivering clean water and maintaining critical infrastructure. Their tireless efforts ensure the well-being and prosperity of our community.
🚧 Celebrating National Public Works Week! 🚦
Celebrate the backbone of our town's infrastructure during National Public Works Week with a special tribute to our dedicated Streets Division!
Behind the scenes, our Streets Division works to ensure that our community remains safe, functional, and visually appealing. Their hard work shines through in every aspect of our town's infrastructure.
Equipped with their Commercial Driver's Licenses, these skilled professionals handle our largest vehicles with precision and expertise.
Whether it's fixing water and sewer breaks, installing and maintaining signage, or managing detours during construction projects, they are the driving force that keeps our town moving forward.
But their responsibilities don't stop there! They diligently sweep our streets, ensuring cleanliness and tidiness while keeping our roadways safe. Their meticulous line painting efforts contribute to clear and well-defined traffic flow, enhancing overall road safety for everyone.
When it comes to paving, they lay the foundation for smooth and durable roads. And during harsh winters, they work tirelessly to clear snow and ice, ensuring that our community can continue to function, even in the face of challenging weather conditions.
As we recognize National Public Works Week, let us express our gratitude to the remarkable folks in our Streets Division. Their unwavering dedication and commitment to excellence are the foundation upon which our town thrives. Join us in celebrating their vital contributions to our community's infrastructure and their efforts to create a safer and more efficient environment for all.
🚧 Celebrating National Public Works Week! 🚦
During National Public Works Week, we pay tribute to the dedicated crew in our Fleet Maintenance Division who work tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring the smooth operation of our town's fleet, specialty equipment, and landscaping equipment.
With unwavering commitment and a passion for service, the Fleet Maintenance Division's team members tackle every task with precision and efficiency. They are the experienced mechanics who keep our vehicles running smoothly and the dedicated technicians who maintain our specialized equipment.
This division's contributions are felt in every aspect of our daily lives. They make sure our plows are in working order during winter storms, enabling residents, Police, and Fire to safely navigate through town. They maintain even our smallest pieces of equipment: weedwhackers, ensuring our parks, schools, athletic fields, and other public spaces are kept orderly. On top of the Public Works vehicles, our crew also works on vehicles for the Hudson Police Department, Hudson Recreation Department, and the Hudson Council on Aging.
The Department of Public Works Fleet Maintenance Division embodies the spirit of teamwork and community, working hand in hand with other departments throughout the Town and Divisions within our department to provide seamless services to our residents.
This National Public Works Week, let us take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for the hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment of our Fleet Maintenance team. They are the driving force behind the scenes, keeping our town moving forward.
Join us in recognizing these extraordinary individuals and their invaluable contributions during National Public Works Week. Together, let's applaud their remarkable efforts and express our gratitude for their continued service to our beloved community.
💧WATER CONSERVATION STATUS💧
The Town of Hudson's current Water Conservation Status is a Level III - WATCH.
This includes:
- Outdoor watering permitted from 5:00 P.M to 9:00 A.M.
- Car washing only permitted between 5:00 P.M. and 9:00 A.M. (exceptions allowed for safety and commercial car wash facilities).
- Filling swimming pools is prohibited.
For the full report, please see our website at:https://www.townofhudson.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif3281/f/uploads/water_conservation_status_2023_002.pdf
⚠️PAVING OF DEAN STREET AND WELSH STREET TO BEGIN THURSDAY, MAY 11⚠️
Crews will begin working from 7am until complete (estimating around 4pm). Notices have been passed out to residents.
Please plan accordingly as access to driveways will be limited during paving hours.
⚠️PAVING OF CHAPIN ROAD AND WOODROW STREET TO BEGIN⚠️
Crews will begin paving Chapin Road tomorrow morning from 7am to 1pm. Notices are being delivered to residents along this road now - we thank you, in advance, for your cooperation and understanding.
From there, crews will move to Woodrow Street to begin paving from about 12 noon until 5pm. Notices are being delivered to residents along this road, as well, and we also thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
We're working hard to ensure the work is being done efficiently and accureately! Thank you!
⚠️⚠️Paving of Apsley Street is set to begin Tuesday, May 9 from 7amto 5pm! ⚠️⚠️
Paving will begin from Central Street and head toward Manning Street.
Please note that access to driveways will be limited during paving. Should you need to gain access to or leave your property, please utilize side streets for parking.
⚠️Milling of Chapin Road to begin Tuesday, May 2⚠️
On Tuesday, May 2 from 7am-3pm, crews will be milling Chapin Road from Brigham to the Town Line.
Please seek alternate routes and expect delays.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day is coming up!
Saturday, May 13th from 9am-12pm at 860 Boston Post Rd East in Marlborough! See the flyer below for more information.
Please call 508-624-6910 ext 33300 with any questions.
The Spring Household Hazardous Waste Day is Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 9am to Noon. Click on the flyer for more information. Call the DPW at 508-624-6910 if you have any questions.
⚠️Milling of Woodrow St to begin Monday 5/1/23 at 7am⚠️
Please seek alternate routes and expect delays.
To access Forest Avenue School, please use the entrance on Forest Avenue.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
🚧Milling of Dean And Welsh Streets will take place tomorrow, Saturday, April 29th🚧
Crews are prepared to begin around 7am and mill until 3pm.
Please seek alternate routes and expect delays.
Milling of Apsley Street is set to resume Friday morning!
From 7am-3pm, crews will begin at Apsley and Lincoln, heading toward Central Street.
Please seek alternate routes and expect delays.
⚠️Milling of Apsley Street from Manning Street to Central Street is scheduled to begin tomorrow, Tuesday, April 25th. Crews expect to begin around 7am and continue until 3pm.⚠️
Please seek alternate routes when available and expect delays.
Today is our first of two Informative Open House!
Swing by our facilities at 1 Municipal Drive from 10am - 12pm to take a tour of our current operations facilities!
Prior to May's Town Meeting, we would like to invite Hudson Residents to tour our facilities to gain a better understanding of why a new building is needed.
Our first of two Open Houses will be on Saturday, April 22 from 10am-12pm (noon) at 1 Municipal Drive (drive past the Deck Hockey rink, to the parking lot through the fenced area).
For more information about the proposed new facility, please see our website: https://www.townofhudson.org/department-public-works/2023-town-meeting-items/pages/new-building
‼️Reminder: Our first Informative Open House is happening tomorrow from 10am-12pm! ‼️
Come tour our current facilities at 1 Municipal Drive to better understand Article 22 of the Town Meeting Warrant.
Prior to May's Town Meeting, we would like to invite Hudson Residents to tour our facilities to gain a better understanding of why a new building is needed.
Our first of two Open Houses will be on Saturday, April 22 from 10am-12pm (noon) at 1 Municipal Drive (drive past the Deck Hockey rink, to the parking lot through the fenced area).
For more information about the proposed new facility, please see our website: https://www.townofhudson.org/department-public-works/2023-town-meeting-items/pages/new-building
Lamacchia Realty is hosting a Neighborhood Clean Up this weekend for Earth Day! Stop by their office at 241 Main Street to grab a trash bag for collecting around town. A dumpster for your full trash bags will be placed at the parking lot for the Rail Trail on Main Street (across from the old PC Creams/new Coconut Rice storefront).
Prior to May's Town Meeting, we would like to invite Hudson Residents to tour our facilities to gain a better understanding of why a new building is needed.
Our first of two Open Houses will be on Saturday, April 22 from 10am-12pm (noon) at 1 Municipal Drive (drive past the Deck Hockey rink, to the parking lot through the fenced area).
For more information about the proposed new facility, please see our website: https://www.townofhudson.org/department-public-works/2023-town-meeting-items/pages/new-building
FYI - as of this morning, Wheeler Road is ONE WAY from Broad Street to Forest Avenue. New signs on both ends have been posted, as well as a message board on Forest Avenue.
Several members of our crews spent Wednesday and Friday of this week reviewing safety protocol for job sites during our annual safety training. Wenesday covered trench guidelines and Friday (photo below) covered confined space entry.
These trainings were provided by a Department of Industrial Accidents Safety Grant and is required for OSHA compliance. This coincides with a recent acquisition of safety equipment through a MIIA Grant.
Street Sweeping update for the last two weeks!
As always, you can access this information on our website at the following link: https://www.townofhudson.org/department-public-works/pages/street-sweeping-schedule-2023
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01749
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