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- Broadband/Fiber Internet
3e433b3e-e6ee-4ec6-8384-45cd1cfa5dea Broadband/Fiber Internet Windsor has reliable and high speed fiber internet (broadband) infrastructure available to all residents. It is managed through a private company called Whip City Fiber that you need to use to sign up for internet at your residence. Additionally, we use a company called Wired West to maintain the physical infrastructure. Because fiber internet is a complicated technology, we have provided a glossary of a number of technical terms [pdf] that you may find helpful to understand. To sign up for Windsor fiber internet, or get support for existing service, visit the Whip City Fiber website . Some key contact info: Customer Service 1-833-991-9378 customerservice@wiredwestfiber.net Technical Support 1-833-923-9378 techsupport@wiredwestfiber.net To install new Internet service, we highly recommend that the homeowner provide underground conduit for the fiber to be run frome the pole to your house. This will provide the most reliable service. This conduit must meet these installation requirements . While windsor paid for the underground conduit installation during initial roll-out, home owners are now largely responsible for this installation themselves. Current fiber installation policy [pdf] (revised Sept 2022) Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments MLP / Broadband Department
- Tax Collector/Treasurer
6206351f-203c-4cbb-b232-a00cfb3545ff Tax Collector/Treasurer Staff Kirsten Henshaw (Treasurer / Tax Collector) 413-684-3811 ext 3 khenshaw@windsormass.com 1890 Route 9, Suite 5 Windsor, MA 01270 Meetings Tuesdays 10am-noon or by appointment khenshaw@windsormass.com Hired by the Select Board for a 3 year term. Description The Treasurer is responsible for managing all town moneys, disperses all cash, manages debt obligations and banking relations. Administers group insurance and is responsible for payroll, pension and retirement systems. The Tax Collector is responsible for overall administration for local taxes. Information Related Services Pay Windsor Town Fees
- Parks & Recreation
5f1a3391-16ff-4f87-8994-e7d412486c72 Parks & Recreation Members Megan Anello Brock Anello Sarah Christensen Barbara Connors (Chair) Rocco Errichetto Kelly Harper Frank Levesque Katie Richer (Secretary) Jazzmyn Tulluch 860-965-6594 (Barbara) Windsorparksandrec@gmail.com Meetings We meet the first Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. via zoom. Appointed by the Select Board. Description The Windsor Parks & Rec Committee is a volunteer led group that seeks to set up events and activities for all ages in Windsor. Annual events include Halloween Trunk or Treat, Movie Nights in the Park, and kickball games during the summer. 2022 was a big year for the Town Park! In June, we built a new Bears Playground which has become a much enjoyed place for families, homeschool groups and neighbors of all ages. There is also a chess/checkers table that was installed by Friends of Windsor as well as a new soccer net for all ages to enjoy. Check back for updates on winter activities including a new ice skating rink! We consider the Windsor Town Park as our home base and we invite you and your family to enjoy this wide open space at your leisure. There is currently a baseball diamond, small shed, and pavilion with picnic table that is open for public use. If you would like to hold an event at the town park, please get in touch. The Parks & Rec Committee is always looking for additional volunteers who wish to help make our community even better. Come join our fun group! Information Parks & Recreation Agendas Parks & Recreation Minutes Related Services Parks: What and Where?
- Master Plan for Windsor
d8f4e08c-da62-4a77-b5f2-accf57f22f0a Master Plan for Windsor The Planning Board appointed the Master Plan Steering Committee in November 2021 to develop a Master Plan for the Town. After an extensive process—including a survey distributed throughout the Town and answered by nearly 20% of adult residents—the Plan is being finalized and anticipated to be released in late November 2022. Documents The Master Plan (Nov 2022) [pdf] Wild & Scenic Westfield River Stewardship Plan [pdf] Master Plan Survey Results [pdf] Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments Planning Board
- Town Song
bd53184a-7ff6-414a-b823-51fb14ff919f Town Song Windsor Now and Then A song written by the late Ed Kohn Two hundred years and more we’ve been A town gone through hard times and then We’ve raised our heads up high again Like a Phoenix on the rise. When the logging days had come and gone And the tanning mills had all moved on And the Ball Bridge Works closed down We turned to what we had. Chorus: From Windsor Jambs to Estes (Sangar’s) Store This little town is steeped in lore; If you don’t know what a community’s for Then Windsor’s not your style. Hiking trails and Christmas trees Maple sap and a summer breeze Baseball games, cross country skis Is what we have today. But a town’s not made of bricks and stones Not even trees nor roads nor homes It’s made of muscle, skin, and bones And the love of folks like you. Chorus Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts
- Code Red
678b19a4-28b2-484e-9141-e7138972d58d Code Red Sign up for Code Red Alerts . It’s IMPORTANT. Windsor will not abuse the service. You will be notified in the event of a true emergency, such as a forest fire, evacuation order or something very important to the residents of Windsor. Register on your cell by texting WINDSOR to 99411 Register online Download the mobile app Questions: Call the Windsor Emergency Manager, Trinity Koch 413-684-3811 ext 9 Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments Emergency Services
- Food Security in Windsor
a8a4e125-1e12-48ce-8422-3c0cd19d118f Food Security in Windsor This initiative is supported by volunteer Windsor residents building town infrastructure to strengthen food security. Windsor volunteers currently offer a once a month food pantry for those in need of food and other household products. ( Sample of offerings [pdf]) Delivery dates are found on the Windsor calendar and posted to the Town Facebook page. Confidential pickup can be arranged. If you are a Windsor resident in need of food assistance, please contact Windsor’s Outreach Coordinator, at 413-329-4364 or the Town Administrator at 413-684-3811 #4 for a confidential request. Existing Resources: Food Bank of Western MA Food Finder Find food locations within 10 miles of Windsor Massachusetts SNAP benefits Massachusetts Healthy Initiatives Program (HIP) Mountain Girls Farms will arrange local mobile delivery in winter months. Donations can be brought to the stage at the Town Hall at any time. Suggested donations include the following: 100% Fruit Juice Cooking oil Paper Towels Toilet Paper Toothpaste Deodorant Otmeal Low Sodium Soups Sugar-free Applesauce Sugar-free Canned Fruits Gluten-Free items Canned Tuna, Chicken, Ham PLEASE DO NOT DONATE PERISHABLE OR FROZEN FOODS, OR ITEMS IN GLASS JARS. If you have other questions, please contact Kim Tobin at 413-684-5124. Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts
- Parks: What and Where?
2c0e7c7f-81a2-482d-80c4-2b32693d67f6 Parks: What and Where? The Town of Windsor has several great places to visit - for families with children, people looking for some wooded solitude and beauty, and for those hoping to have some outdoor fun. Windsor Town Park The 5-acre park is located approximately 1/2 mile up Peru Rd on the left. It has a ball field, covered pavilion with picnic tables, a playground, and parking. It is open to all town residents. Summer activities include pick-up games and outdoor movies. The park is available for rental. Please read this description [pdf] for details. Notchview Cross-Country Skiing and Hiking The Trustees of Reservations (a private, not-for-profit land trust in the State of Massachusetts) maintains Notchview , an incredible protected 3,000 acre woodland that is available year round for hiking, and in the winter maintains an incredible network of cross-country ski trails. Winter ski passes are available sale at the visitor center, but if you tell them you are a resident of windsor, you can ski for free. Windsor State Forest - Swimming and the Windsor "Jambs" We are lucky enough to be the home of one of the Windsor State Forest . It is about 1,200 acres and the recreation area is in the middle of a significant renovation that is expected to open Summer 2021 for swimming in the dammed Westfield River with day use. The Windsor "Jambs" is an incredible deep fissure in the rocks with cold rough and exciting water. There is a parking lot at the top and a trail down the side with some incredible views. At the bottom of the trail (about 1/4 mile or so), the water levels out and there are some good rocks for wading and relaxing in the shade. Windsor Pond In the far north east corner of Windsor - accessible only by going out of Windsor to Savoy is a beautiful pond. About 50 acres, it is mostly accessible only through private land - but the large ramp is public access and available for swimming and boating. Eugene Moran Wildlife Management Area Mass Audobon manages this beautiful 1,462 acre Wildlife Management Area . Previously a dairy farm, it is now a prime destination for birding and nature walks. Related Services Aunt Bette's Homemade Pecan Pie Rockin’ Rocky Road Ice Cream Tom’s Heavenly Apple Strudel Joe’s Divine Butter Tarts Related Boards & Departments Parks & Recreation Westfield River
- Board of Health
e279228f-7033-4cae-85a3-3b6751534c9c Board of Health Members Steve Kolis , term expires 2029 Suzanne Towne , term expires 2027 413-684-3811 ext 7 inspectors@berkshireplanning.org Meetings Monthly at Town Offices Appointed by Select Board for 3 year terms. Description The Windsor Board of Health (BOH) is a volunteer committee appointed by the Windsor Select Board and is responsible for disease prevention and control, health and environmental protection and promoting a healthy community. The Windsor BOH serves as the representatives of both the MA Department of Public Health and the MA Department of Environmental protection, and also participates in Emergency Planning and Management for the Town of Windsor. To fulfill their duties, the BOH develops, implements and enforces health policies, oversees inspections to maintain minimum standards for sanitation in housing and food service, assures that the basic health needs of the community are being met, and when necessary, takes action to protect the health of the community. Information Harm Reduction Bus The Harm Reduction Bus comes the second Tuesday of every month and is parked at the Town Offices lower driveway from 1pm - 2pm. Some services provided are: Naloxone distribution Testing HIV, HCV, other STI’s Treatment for HCA via telehealth Basic wound care Referrals for community support services Community syringe/sharps disposal/exchange Loans available [pdf] for household wells and septic from www.sercap.org See linked service pages below for information about water and septic inspections . Board of Health agendas Board of Health minutes Related Services Apply for Permits Forms & Documents for Town Activities How & What to Get Inspected
- Conservation Commission
80b75ce4-d384-493c-bddf-5f69398245ce Conservation Commission Members Dicken Crane , term expires 2028 Joanne Haracz (Chair) , term expires 2029 Jon Lueken , term expires 2027 Glenn Roy , term expires 2028 Wendi Volk , term expires 2027 (Conservation Agent) Windsor Conservation Commission 1890 Route 9, Suite 1 Windsor, MA 01270 conservation@windsormass.com 413-684-3811 ext. 8 Meetings Commission Meets 2nd Wednesday of the Month 6:30pm at Windsor Town Offices Applications and agenda items are due 12 business days prior to the monthly meeting. Please see Minimum Submission Requirements for more info. If you have any questions about what kind of application to submit or proper procedures, please email the Conservation Agent at conservation@windsormass.com . The agent is hired by the Select Board on an annual basis. Members are appointed by Select Board for 3 year terms. Description The conservation commission is responsible for ensuring the protection of Windsor's natural resources including wetlands. Thus, they are involved in approving a range of activities with a focus on construction. Information Sign Off Sheets for Building Permits It is the Applicant’s responsibility to contact the Commission with details of their project and set up an appointment for a site visit, if necessary. Permit Applications Applications to be considered for public hearings are due 12 business days prior to the monthly meeting to allow enough legal notice to the public. Applicants should verify deadlines for submission with the commission Permit applications can be found at Mass.gov under Wetlands Protection Act Permit Forms . For convenience, some forms from that site are available here [google drive]. A public hearing will be scheduled to review all permit applications after all application requirements are met. Please review the Minimum Submission Requirements document as well as the Permit Fees document to ensure that your application is submitted completely. Conservation Commission agendas Conservation Commission minutes Related Services Forms & Documents for Town Activities
- About | Windsor, MA
Made possible by the Friends of Windsor The Town of Windsor, formerly Gageborough, was founded July 4, 1771. Best known for its scenic vistas and pristine wilderness, it has a rich history of early American mills, logging, farming and hearty pioneer settlers. The current town population is 879, with a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy kayaking, hiking, hunting and winter sports. Windsor is home to Notchview, a 3,100-acre reservation managed by the Trustees of Reservations, open to cross-country skiers and other forms of outdoor recreation. GOVERNMENT Windsor employs the open town meeting form of government, and is led by a select board. The town has its own services, including police, fire and public works departments. The town's public library is located adjacent to the town hall, and is connected to the regional library system. The nearest hospital, Berkshire Medical Center, is located in Pittsfield. On the state level, Windsor is represented in the Massachusetts House of Representatives as part of the Second Berkshire district, represented by John Barrett, which covers central Berkshire County, as well as portions of Hampshire and Franklin counties. In the Massachusetts Senate, the town is part of the Berkshire, Hampshire and Franklin district, represented by Paul Mark, which includes all of Berkshire County and western Hampshire and Franklin counties. The town is patrolled by the Fourth (Cheshire) Station of Barracks "B" of the Massachusetts State Police. On the national level, Windsor is represented in the United States House of Representatives as part of Massachusetts's 1st congressional district, and is represented by Richard Neal of Springfield. Massachusetts is currently represented in the United States Senate by senior Senator Elizabeth Warren and junior Senator Ed Markey. EDUCATION Windsor is a member town of the Central Berkshire Regional School District. All students in the district attend the Nessacus Regional Middle School for the middle grades, and Wahconah Regional High School for the upper grades. Both schools are located in Dalton. The nearest parochial school is in Dalton, and the nearest private schools are in Pittsfield. The nearest community college is Berkshire Community College in Pittsfield. The nearest state college is Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts in North Adams, and the nearest state university is the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Town Song








