518e52b5-2124-4721-9542-8e848f11e20f Request for Abutters List If you need a list of the abutters of your property (i.e., property parcels that are adjacent to yours), then fill out the form below and send it to the assessor. You may need this list if you are, for example, requesting a variance or special permit from the zoning board. Request for abutters list [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 Assessor

Windsor Welcome to Windsor, MA Founded 1771 Emily Bunnell Trouble on the Horizon - Digital illustration Constance Talbot High Hollow Pottery Windsor Welcome to Windsor, MA Founded 1771 1/7 Artists in Windsor Hours of Operation Emergency Services Online Payments Forms & Documents Online Permitting Agendas & Minutes Town Meetings Bylaws Full Calendar Highway web cam Windsor weather Events & Notices State Senator Paul Mark - Monday, July 13 Our state senator Paul Mark and Representative John Barrett III are visiting us. Meet them to hear their remarks and ask questions (with refreshments!) Monday, July 13: 10am - 11:30am Windsor Town Hall Community Picnic - July 18, 12-5pm Windsor’s community groups have been hard at work planning an exciting celebration of summer, community spirit, and America’s birthday! Join your friends and neighbors for an afternoon of free food, great entertainment, and hometown fun for all ages. Bring your favorite side dish or salad to share, along with your picnic blankets and camp chairs, and settle in for a memorable day. Think your family’s “secret recipe” has what it takes to win? Enter it in our Dessert Contest and show off your sweetest creation! Come celebrate, connect, and make lasting memories with the Windsor community. We can’t wait to see you there! Windsor Town Park 12-5pm Library Survey Please take a moment to fill out this survey for The Windsor Free Public Library. We are working on our strategic plan and would like people's input. New Transfer Station Hours starting Wed, Mar 4 Starting Wednesday, March 4th, the new hours for the transfer station (as a trial) will be: Wednesday 4-6:45 PM Saturday 8-11:45 Municipal Aggregation Plan (Updated 2/11/26) For Windsor participants in Aggregation: Starting in March, aggregation pricing for electricity supply will be adjusted to $.14292 per kilowatt-hour until November 2028. This will NOT be to our advantage. It will be cheaper to go with Eversource, whose pricing will be $0.13683/KWH until July 31, 2026. (Prices should be compared again after Eversource announces the cost per KWH for the six month period starting 8/1/26.) We encourage residents to opt out of aggregation to get the lowest prices for electricity supply. You can opt out with NO CHARGE and go back to Eversource’s Basic Service by calling First Point Power at 888-875-1711 and ask to be placed on Eversource’s Basic Service; or at https://colonialpowergroup.com/windsor/ choosing “OPT-IN/OPT-OUT” on the right, below the blue box. Additional detail is available by selecting “READ MORE” in the blue box. You are seconds away from getting this done. 🤩 
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b0190197-0983-4906-b6eb-db0aa6780856 Procurement and Hiring The Town of Windsor has a public procurement process that follows state guidelines. Current open bids are available here [Google Drive]. No Open Jobs 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 Select Board

Posted Nov 18, 2024 - Fire Restrictions Fire Department Important Message As Severe Fire Weather Persists, Windsor Extends Outdoor Fire Restrictions 518 Fires Have Burned More Than 1,500 Acres in Massachusetts Since October 1 With outdoor fuel sources extremely dry and no meaningful precipitation expected, Windsor Fire Chief James Hyatt and municipal leaders are extending restrictions on any outdoor fires at least until Friday, November 22. “This has been an unprecedented fall fire season in Massachusetts,” said Chief Hyatt. “The current and expected weather conditions mean that any outdoor fire is likely to spread quickly and become difficult to control. In Windsor, those fires could easily spread to homes and other properties.” Burning yard waste is already prohibited across Massachusetts through January 15 and year-round in some communities under 310 CMR 7.07, the Open Burning regulation. The local fire restriction additionally restricts the outdoor use of fire pits, chimineas, candles, cooking/heating equipment, and other ignition sources under Section 10.10.2 of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code. The Code grants fire officials the authority to prohibit any and all open flames and other ignition sources under certain hazardous conditions, including extreme drought. About 200 Massachusetts municipalities have imposed these prohibitions. Any requests for permits for outdoor fires, hot work such as cutting/grinding, and other activity will be decided in light of the ongoing fire risk. All of Massachusetts is facing an unprecedented fall wildfire season. While the state averages 15 to 20 fires a month in October and November each year, local fire departments have reported more than 500 fires since October 1, 2024. These fires have burned more than 1,500 acres – rivalling average statewide totals for an entire year. Many of these fires have damaged homes and other properties, and they are taxing local and regional firefighting resources. According to Chief Hyatt, the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services, and the Department of Conservation & Recreation’s Bureau of Forest Fire Control & Forestry, almost all of these fires start with human activity and can be prevented by limiting outdoor activity that involves open flames, sparks and embers, hot engines or gasoline from power equipment, and other ignition sources. Chief Hyatt recommended the following fire prevention strategies during this period of severe fire risk: Follow local and state guidance on outdoor ignition sources. Remember that burning yard waste is prohibited statewide through January and in many communities year-round. Many cities and towns have implemented temporary restrictions on any outdoor fires until conditions improve. Refrain from outdoor cooking and heating. Sparks and embers from chimineas, fire pits, and grills can easily ignite dry vegetation, debris, and overhanging branches. Use caution with lawnmowers, leaf blowers, all-terrain vehicles, and other power equipment. Hot engines, sparks, and spilled gasoline can ignite dry leaves and grass. Dispose of ashes from fireplaces and wood stoves in a metal can, douse them with water, and cover them with a tight-fitting lid. These ashes can remain hot enough to ignite combustibles long after the fire goes out, never dump them outdoors or in the trash. Extinguish smoking materials in a sturdy ashtray with water or sand. Never toss cigarette butts, matches, or other smoking materials over the edge of a balcony, stub them out on stairs or railings, or toss them in dry vegetation or debris. “The faster we hear about a fire, the better chance we have of safely extinguishing it,” said Chief Hyatt. “If you see smoke or flames, please call 9-1-1 right away so we can protect you, your neighbors, and our community.”

06ed3e79-95bd-4c0b-875b-7373bae8045c Planning Board Members Planning Board Ben Bederson , term through 2028 Barbara Connors , term through 2029 Mike Kintner , term through 2025 Doug McNally (Chair) , term through 2027 413-822-9337 frosthollowdouglas@me.com Peter Sternerup , term through 2029 Meetings Meetings posted at the Windsor Town Office and on the Website Calendar Planning Board elected for 5 year terms Description The Planning Board is granted power under State Law to influence the town's development, both physical and economic. Information Documents Form A Application [pdf] - For Approval Not Required (ANR) Division of Land Wild & Scenic Westfield River Stewardship Plan [pdf] Town Bylaws Available here Planning Board Agendas Planning Board Minutes Master Plan Steering Committee (now disbanded) 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 now available. Read the Windsor Master Plan (November 2022) [pdf] Related Services Master Plan for Windsor

b61ce40a-21de-4b21-bef2-753acd0ff2c4 How & What to Get Inspected Windsor requires inspections for many aspects of construction including electric, gas & plumbing, and various health related activities such as septic and water. Many of these inspections are described in the town Zoning Bylaws. Click here for contact Information for building, electric, gas & plumbing, and conservation inspectors.. Septic System Requirements Essentially all homes in Windsor have septic systems. Massachusetts Title 5 rules [site] specify how to install, use, and maintain these systems. It is the policy of the Windsor Board of Health that all Title 5 septic system inspections must be witnessed by an agent of the Board of Health. Contact the Berkshire Public Health Alliance to schedule a witness by emailing inspectors@berkshireplanning.org or or 413-684-3811 ext 7. Perc Requirements There are two components of septic system design: soil evaluation and actual design. Soil evaluation consists of noting where your property lines may be so that test holes can be dug. These holes will locate your soil absorption system, which handles the fluid part of septic wastes. This step also includes actually digging the test holes with a backhoe and performing a soil examination and percolation test ("perc"). More info at the Massachusetts Title 5 description for homeowners [site]. Perc Witness requests, T5 witness requests and installation inspection requests should all go through inspectors@berkshireplanning.org or 413-684-3811 ext 7. Related Services Apply for Permits Related Boards & Departments Board of Health Inspections

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bda14f6d-427c-4181-b16c-2f59d80d6734 Windsor Finances FY23-27 Windsor Finance Committee Statement on the FY23 Budget and the FY23-27 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework For comparison, here is the Finance Committee's Statement on the FY22 Budget and FY22-26 Framework The proposed budget for next fiscal year (FY23) represents a departure from the medium-term framework we issued this time last year. We hope to be back on track in FY24. The main challenge we are facing is how to respond to inflation, especially as it affects employees’ wages and salaries, but also as it affects other expenses, notably energy. At the same time, the proposed budget for FY23 contains important new positions that will help ensure the continued provision of basic services. We are in a good financial position going into the new year, with about $812,000 in reserves (free cash plus stabilization balances) and we will draw on these assets during FY23 at least. Even if the money we are expecting from the Federal Connect America Fund and the broadband MLP operating surplus do not materialize for some unforeseen reasons, we would still be in a good financial position over the next five years with assets falling to just under $700,000 before beginning to rise again. Such an outcome would however require a fairly bare-bones capital program. Should these funds arrive in FY23, which we fully expect them to do (though too late to include in this budget), then our financial position will be much stronger, offering us a favorable set of opportunities. Taxes and State Aid and Total Expenditure and How to Pay For it All As in the past, the Finance Committee has targeted the total tax levy to increase no more than 3 percent (see attached charts and tables). If the number of households increases, as it has in the past, this would mean that the average single-family tax bill would rise by less. Local receipts in FY23 are projected to be notably higher than what we budgeted in FY22 while state aid (net of charges and other expenses such as overlay) is expected to fall. All told, we are projecting total revenue to increase by 2.8 percent to roughly $2.283 million. Total expenditure (including transfers to funds) is projected to increase 12.1 percent to $2.500 million, with much of the increase arising from the across-the-board salary increase, new positions, and capital spending. The gap between revenue and expenditure would be closed through $140,000 in new borrowing (for the fire department truck and the new school bus) and a $81,437 drawdown in financial reserves, which which are projected to remain above above $700,000 for the year. Inflation: wages and salaries We are recommending a 7.1 percent across-the-board wage/salary increase. When we compiled the FY22 budget, inflation had been averaging about 1.5 percent a year. The 2 percent across-the-board salary increase approved last year was meant to provide town employees with a positive, if modest, increase in the purchasing power of their paychecks. Actual inflation turned out to be much higher (how much higher depends on which price index you look at and over what period of time – more on this below) and the inflation-adjusted value of salaries in FY22 actually declined. The Finance Committee voted to recommend compensating employees for the loss of purchasing power of their FY22 salaries and add 2 percent on top of that for FY23. Our methodology was similar to that used by the Social Security Administration to adjust SS payments each year except we used the CPI for New England published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and used a more recent 3-month period to calculate actual inflation. On this basis, we calculated actual inflation at 6.6 percent compared to the expected 1.5 percent. To this difference (5.1 percent) we added the usual 2 percent to arrive at the recommended 7.1 percent across-the-board increase. This adjustment (excluding the new positions discussed below) costs about $13,000 a year (compared to a 2 percent increase). New positions The Select Board and Finance Committee are recommending the addition of four new paid positions in FY23: a town administrator, a new full-time highway department worker, a fifth part-time police officer, and a library director. The first two positions come with full benefits. These four positions would cost $105,000 in the first year (including benefits). Other wage compensation adjustments Some town employees are paid by the hour (highway workers, police officers, bus driver, and others). In the past, the hourly rates and the annual appropriation were not directly linked. The annual appropriation acted as a “maximum” total compensation for each employee paid hourly. This is still the case, but in line with recommendations from the Department of Local Services, we are now constructing the annual appropriations from the bottom up; multiplying the hourly rate times the number of hours per year. Consequently, some budgeted amounts for hourly employees rise by more or less than 7.1 percent because we adjusted the number of hours up or down relative to FY22. Energy costs Fuel price are up sharply this year, as many are painfully aware. The average retail price of gasoline in Massachusetts was up 54 percent last March compared with a year earlier, the price of diesel was up 67 percent and the wholesale price of propane was up 46 percent. [ Massachusetts fuel prices from Energy Information Agency ]. The price of heating oil has also increased sharply, but the only building that will be consuming this fuel in FY23 will be the fire station as the town offices and town hall will be using electric air-source heat pumps. This means that our electricity consumption will rise and while we don’t yet know what will happen to electricity rates, we expect that the increase cost will not exceed the savings we realize from lower consumption of heating oil. The energy component of the FY23 budget is based on recent prices and we hope they come down soon but we have no way of knowing. Most of our fuel prices will get locked in by July through the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission bulk supply contracts, but we won’t know at what price until after the FY23 budget is approved. Capital spending Capital spending in FY23 incudes the historical building, a command vehicle and turnout equipment for the fire department, a new school bus, and a leaf blower for the highway department. The Medium-Term Expenditure Framework The medium-term forecast is premised on an annual 3 percent increase in the overall tax levy and a substantial increase in revenue arising from Windsor’s share of the Connect America Fund (CAF) and the annual operating surplus of the broadband MLP. We expect a total of about $850,000 from the CAF over the next five years, with a first disbursement of about $390,000 coming in FY23, though not in time for next year’s budget. We are also expecting about $85,000 a year from broadband operations. This would allow us to pursue a strategy of enhanced public services, a more ambitious capital improvement program, and/or lower taxes. The Master Plan process that is currently underway will help inform this decision-making. In addition to the capital expenditures in FY23 the medium-term framework includes spending for a new fire truck and a new police cruiser. The updated medium-term expenditure framework is reflected in the charts and table below. 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5f1a3391-16ff-4f87-8994-e7d412486c72 Parks & Recreation Members Megan Anello Brock Anello Sarah Christensen Barbara Connors (Chair) 860-965-6594 Rocco Errichetto Kelly Harper Frank Levesque Katie Richer (Secretary) Jazzmyn Tulluch Parks and rec email: 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?

80b75ce4-d384-493c-bddf-5f69398245ce Conservation Commission Members Dicken Crane , term through 2028 Joanne Haracz (chair) , term through 2026 Jon Lueken , term through 2027 Glenn Roy , term through 2028 Wendi Volk , term through 2027 [2 vacancies] Wendy Volk, 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

e2072755-ec1c-4fcd-9994-87c1900f1347 Report a Motor Vehicle Accident The Police Department requires reporting of all motor vehicle accidents. Follow the link below to see information about this. 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

987135d0-fd64-4a62-a6e4-19fe27de71aa Elections The Town of Windsor runs Elections for its own elected offices ("local elections") as well as County, State and Federal elections. Elections are managed by Town Clerk 413-684-3811 #1 windsortownclerk@gmail.com Register to Vote Online Voter Registration System for Massachusetts Check your voter information (including determining if you are registered to vote) Vote by mail To receive a vote by mail ballot, download and fill out the ballot application [link]. Alternatively, send or drop off a letter to the town clerk stating you wish to receive a vote by mail ballot. Include the date, your address, your mailing address if different and it must be signed, to receive your ballot packet. Vote by Mail Ballots Must be postmarked by November 5th and be in the Town Clerk's Office by November 8th to be counted May be left in the black mailbox #2 in the Town Office Parking Lot. They must be there by 8pm on November 5th to be counted. Get Involved We are always looking for election workers for everything from stuffing envelopes to working at the poll. You do not need experience, just a willingness to learn. It's a great way to see how our elections work, first-hand. If interested, contact the Windsor Town Clerk. Most recent elections Current and recent election results [Google Drive] Direct links to: 5/11/26 Town Election warrant [pdf] and results [pdf] Accessible unsigned version [pdf] 5/12/25 Town Election warrant [pdf] and results [pdf] 11/5/24 Election results [pdf] 9/3/24 Primary and Town Election results [pdf] 5/13/24 Annual Town Election results [pdf] 3/5/24 Presidential Primaries ( official tally sheet [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 Town Clerk