Vacancy Notice Deadline Extended: Shrewsbury Historical Commission

Press release from the Town of Shrewsbury:

May 24, 2021

The Town Manager is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve on the Historical Commission for a term to expire on June 30, 2024. The Historical Commission must have a minimum of three (3) members and not more than seven (7) members.

The Historical Commission is established under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40, Section 8D. The Shrewsbury Historical Commission is responsible for performing historical research, identifying historical assets, and suggesting both preservation tools and coordination among officials at the local level. Within the community, the Commission aims both to strengthen our community's technical expertise and effectiveness in historical preservation, and to heighten public awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the town's historic resources and their preservation. By these measures, the Commission aims to foster a community that will provide even better stewardship of our town's proud legacy.

The Historical Commission meets on the first Thursday of the month, except July and August, at 7:00 pm at the Town Hall.

Interested parties must be registered voters of the Town and are asked to submit a letter of interest and qualifications by mail to Kevin J. Mizikar, Town Manager, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA or by email to jdobson@shrewsburyma.gov no later than 4:30 pm on Monday, June 7.

This press release was produced by the Town of Shrewsbury. The views expressed here are the author’s own.