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Town Hall will be closed for the following recognized Holidays:
- Monday, December 26th - Christmas Day Observed
P.S. This means trash pick-up will be delayed by one day this week!
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Have some free time on your hands? Ever considered volunteering? The Town of Reading relies on many volunteers to collaborate with staff to help achieve community goals. We have over 20 boards and committees with varying interests, responsibilities and commitment levels.
Current Vacancies include but not limited to:
- Finance Committee
- CPDC
- Conservation Commission
- Zoning Board of Appeals
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2023 is quickly approaching!
The Town Clerks Office will be sending out the census at the beginning of the year; be on the lookout and return as soon as possible.
Dog Licenses will also be going out the first of the year. Make sure to license your pooch by the end of March to avoid fees!
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Dear Reading Community,
Reading Memorial High School is in the process of applying for Innovation Pathway Designations in the areas of Information (Digital Media and Computer Science) and Advanced Manufacturing (Engineering). With the assistance of the Reading Chamber of Commerce and MassHire Metro North Workforce Board, RMHS established partnerships with local industries to support the proposed pathways. Current industry partners include, Weston & Sampson, TEALS – Microsoft, and Associated Builders and Contractors. RMHS hopes to expand partnerships as the year progresses and will also work with institutions of higher education such as The College of St. Rose, Middlesex Community College and UMass Lowell. Earning Innovation Pathway Designations from DESE is an honor unto itself, but which also opens the door to planning and implementation grants of up to $100,000. RMHS applied for the initial $25,000 Innovation Pathways planning grant, and will be notified after the Thanksgiving break if a recipient. Earning the planning grant and designations makes RMHS eligible to apply for a $75,000 implementation grant in the summer of 2023.
During the planning process, course pathways are being developed by RMHS content specialist faculty in conjunction with industry partners that are serving as advisors throughout this journey. Any student can select a Pathway course while in high school, but to complete a Pathway students enter in grade 9 or 10.
The courses in the Computer Science (Information) Innovation Pathway include, but are not limited to:
- Introduction to Computer Science
- Introduction to Java
- Dual Enrollment (DE) Computer Networks
- Dual Enrollment (DE) Computer Ethics
- Advance Placement (AP) Computer Science A
The courses in the Digital Media (Information) Innovation Pathway include, but are not limited to:
- Digital Piano
- Technical Songwriting & History of Rock
- Recording Digital Media
- Digital Music Production & Advanced Digital Marketing
- Advanced Music Production
The courses in the Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing) Innovation Pathway include, but are not limited to:
- Introduction to Physics
- Introduction to Engineering Design
- Principles of Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Advanced Placement (AP) Physics 1
All Pathways conclude with either a capstone project that is overseen by a content specialist faculty member or an internship with one of the industry partners or other corporations with which RMHS establishes partnerships to support student growth and engagement. Those working on this initiative at RMHS, to include content specialist faculty members, Department Leaders and administration are extremely enthusiastic about the opportunities that Innovation Pathways will cultivate for students. RMHS is also proud to partner with local industries and universities to inspire Reading residents to attend school and start their careers in the rich industries embedded throughout Massachusetts.
An Innovation Pathway presentation was presented to the School Committee on November 18, 2022, and can be viewed at the following link. More information will be communicated to the community with a specific emphasis on current and incoming RMHS students and families. It is the collective hope that the new course and programmatic offerings will engage students in deeper and meaningful learning experiences, while at the same time highlighting the skill sets of our students and faculty.
Mr. Kevin Tracey (RMHS Principal), Ms. Jessica Callanan (RMHS Director of Academic Achievement), Ms. Jessica Theriault (RMHS Assistant Principal), Ms. Kadi Buckley (RMHS Assistant Principal), Mr. Tom Zaya (RMHS Assistant Principal/Athletic Director)
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You are invited to attend a public site walk at the Maillet, Sommes, Morgan land (62 Willow Street) on Saturday December 3rd at 10:00AM held by Town Staff and Mystic River Watershed partners. Please bring any comments and questions, along with your boots, snacks, water and even your pets!
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Christmas Tree Recycling
This January, the Town is providing two options for recycling of Christmas trees. On Saturday, January 21, 2023, residents may take their trees to the Compost Area on Strout Ave. from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (leaves and branches will also be accepted at this time). In addition, Republic will collect Christmas trees curbside the week of January 17 – 21, 2023. Please note that due to the Holiday on January 16, 2023; trash, recycling and tree pickup will be on a holiday schedule. All decorations, including tinsel, must be removed from the trees. Trees in plastic bags or trees not completely cleaned of this material will not be picked up or accepted at the Compost Area.
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Snow & Ice Removal
With winter weather approaching, the Department of Public Works would like to remind residents that their cooperation is needed to keep our streets clear and safe. The Town of Reading’s General Bylaws prohibit depositing snow or ice on a portion of any street or sidewalk that has been plowed or cleared for travel. Violation of this General Bylaw is punishable by a fine of up to $300. The owner of the property is responsible for the violation, even if it was done by a contractor hired by the owner or a tenant of the property. We appreciate your cooperation in our efforts to clear all the streets, including sidewalks in both the school and business districts.
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Winter is coming…
- Basketball hoops can break mirrors, costing the Town time and money to repair.
- Hoops are a safety hazard since side mirrors are essential to safe operation of a plow truck during a storm. Broken mirrors lead to delayed snow removal.
- In an attempt to avoid damage, trucks cannot plow close to the edge of roads, sometimes being forced to stay as much as 5 feet from the curb.
- If trucks do get too close, hoops in the Right-of-Way are likely to be severely damaged, and the Town would not be at fault.
- Plow truck drivers work the entire storm, whether it is 4 hours or 34 hours. It is critical that roads are free from obstructions to ensure the safe drivability of the road during every storm.
- We are requesting that all residents pull their basketball hoops off the roads and sidewalks so as not to impede with Snow and Ice removal. Please make sure that all basketball hoops are at least 10 feet from the roadway. Please don’t let your basketball hoop be the reason the street didn’t get adequately cleared of snow.
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On December 6 we’re pleased to co-host a special screening with The Pleasant Street Center. Join us to watch Cycle of Memory the new award-winning documentary about two brothers’ bicycle adventure to find the memories their grandfather lost to Alzheimer’s. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Reading Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency: massculturalcouncil.org
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Town Hall Hours
Mon, Wed, Thurs 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Tues 7:30 am – 7:00 pm
Friday - CLOSED
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