The Town Manager is currently seeking 1 (one) qualified individual to fill a vacant seat on the Parks and Cemetery Commission.
The Parks and Cemetery Commission meets with the Parks and Recreation staff on a monthly basis to discuss budgets, policies, capital projects and provide general oversight of all parks and cemetery properties and facilities. The commission consists of three (3) persons who are appointed by the Town Manager for 3-year terms.
The Parks and Cemetery Commission sets rules and regulations for the use of town parks and recreation facilities, the cemetery and provides input on improvement projects, a few examples are:
-Setting lot rates and sale approval for Mountain View Cemetery
-Field & Park reservation requests
-Activities regarding Donahue Rowing Center
-Reviewing Special Event requests
-Providing input to various town committees on matters related to recreation facilities.
The Parks and Cemetery Commission typically meets on the second Tuesday of the month.
Interested applicants must be registered voters of the Town and are asked to submit a letter of interest and qualifications to Kevin J. Mizikar, Town Manager, 100 Maple Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA or by email to ahorgan@shrewsburyma.gov no later than October 18, 2022 at 4:30pm. Please contact the Office of the Town Manager at 508-841-8508 with any questions.