Flood management was one of the key design intentions when Olmsted created these parks nearly 150 years ago. He gave them a concave shape to absorb stormwater & prevent flooding in surrounding neighborhoods—one of the first examples of what we now call #greeninfrastructure! (2/2)

Andover MA Public Works Water Division is currently responding to a large-scale water main break on Lowell Junction Rd. Residents & businesses in the area of Lowell Junction Rd, River St, Tewksbury St, Burtt Rd, & Connector Rd may experience discolored water/ reduced pressure.

Andoverma.gov represents the front door to municipal services for many residents. The Town of Andover just launched a new website that has been fully redesigned to be more responsive, accessible, and aligned with the demands of our users. Check it out today!

Level 2 EV chargers in Downtown Andover now active! Thanks MassDEP and Town of Andover, MA Facilities and Andover DPW team!

The Town of Andover is developing a Climate Action & Sustainability Plan and needs your input to ensure that the plan reflects the values and priorities of the Community. Weigh in by completing a brief survey at: tinyurl.com/andoverCAPsurv…

A friend sent the photo this AM. The Shawsheen River reached a high point at the Marland Place foot bridge. Concerned about the state of the climate? Send me your feedback through the Climate Action and Sustainability Plan tinyurl.com/AndoverCAPSurv…

Hello Andover! Please join me on April 10th to shape what is next for Andover's Climate Action and Sustainability Plan at the Interactive Climate Forum! Space is limited; please plan to arrive at MHL early.

As construction continues on the Downtown Parking Improvement Project, Lot #2 (located at the corner of Park and Bartlet Street, adjacent to 63 Park Street) will be closed through the month of April. More information: andoverma.gov/downtownparkin…

It's a doubleheader #AndoverMA. Shawsheen Master Plan at 6 PM and Interactive Climate Forum at 7 PM Memorial Hall Library. Roll up your sleeves with me at 7 and let's shape the Climate Action Plan together . Here's a teaser of the survey data we discuss... Can't wait!

Articles 30-33 at this year's Annual Town Meeting authorize solar power agreements at Bancroft Elementary School and the new West Elementary/Shawsheen Preschool. Check out this video for more info, and make a plan to go to Town Meeting on May 1. youtu.be/RrpY2h78ZtY

Just 2 more days for you to order a beautiful and green Great American Rain Barrel #AndoverMA. Supplies are limited; make sure you get in on the $20 off per barrel deal to conserve water year-round. For more details, andoverma.gov/CivicAlerts.as…

Please join Andover's Planning Staff for coffee and a discussion on the Town's MBTA Community Zoning this Wednesday, April 26th at 9:00 am. For more information, visit andover.gov/MBTACommunity.

Join us at the Resilience Forum this Thursday 6:30 PM to hear updates from Andover's Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Shawsheen flood resilience grant. Parents welcomed; register for Andover Youth Services supervised kid zone (ages 8-12) onsite forms.gle/mDe7NramL3yVFy…

Here's one for the Andover yearbooks... Weatherization measures installed at West Middle, Sanborn and South Elementary Schools will save the schools over $7,000 and shave carbon emissions by 33 metric tons per year! Thanks to Green Communities grant through MassDOER

What does equity look like for home electrification? what actions can make us safer during a flood? Your voice will shape Andover's Climate Action and Sustainability Plan. Talk with us Monday at MHL at 1 PM or by Zoom at 7 PM zoom.us/meeting/regist…

The potential for solar in MA is bright! Use this tool to see where in your community solar is practical and what types of solar can be built statewide: …tialofsolar-ma-synapse.hub.arcgis.com

A preliminary draft of the Town's first Climate Action & Sustainability Plan is now available! The comprehensive document provides a roadmap for taking climate action, building resilience, and achieving net-zero carbon emissions in Andover by 2050. andoverma.gov/CAP

What's even better than a cool drink on a hot day? Knowing that aluminum cans are infinitely recyclable! Recycled aluminum cans often end up back on shelves within 60 days. Learn more from @CansRecyclable (and recycle/redeem those cans!): bit.ly/3lILqhg

Brrr.. Utility costs just went up for the winter season. Register now to learn how to save on your bills at the free Energy Efficiency Virtual event next Tuesday at 7p!