Indoor Mask Advisory for Wellesley

The Wellesley Board of Health is advising everyone in the community over age 5 to wear a mask indoors in public settings to help combat the COVID-19 Delta Variant.

Hunnewell Field Projects

The School Committee is moving forward with a trio of projects at the Hunnewell Track & Field, new bathroom facilities, new team room facilities, and new field lighting.

Sustainable Mobility Plan

Wellesley is developing mobility options to expand access to key areas of our community for all residents. The Sustainable Mobility Plan addresses sustainability and transportation to help reduce the Town's largest source of greenhouse gas emissions.

Wellesley Park 40R District

A proposed redevelopment and rezoning of Wellesley Office Park on William Street, the project would replace much of the existing office uses with a variety of uses, likely to include housing, retail, and other amenities.

40B Development Projects

M.G.L. c.40B authorizes the Zoning Board of Appeals to issue a comprehensive permit to facilitate construction of low- and moderate-income housing.

Hydrant Flushing Begins Monday, October 18th through October 22

The Water & Sewer Division will be flushing water mains beginning Monday, Oct. 18 through Friday, Oct. 22. It is recommended to restrict water usage due to potential water discoloration caused by dislodged particles as well as reduction in pressure.

Wellesley's Wonderful Weekend, Part 2 is Oct. 17

Take part in Part 2 of Wellesley's Wonderful Weekend on Sunday, October 17!

Due to rain two weeks ago, the community picnic, concert, and fireworks were rescheduled for this weekend and include:

• 3:00 p.m. - Picnic in the Park at Hunnewell Field, food for pu...

Select Board Office Hours on October 19

The Select Board is holding office hours this fall.

Residents may speak with a Board member via Zoom. Ask questions, give input, and share concerns about Town operations, economic development, or other issues.  

Board chair Tom Ulfelder will host o...

Special Town Meeting Begins October 25 at 7 PM

Wellesley's Special Town Meeting begins on Monday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m. and will take place remotely via Zoom videoconferencing. 

Special Town Meeting is expected to continue on Tuesday, October 26 and Wednesday, October 27, and possibly Tuesda...

Contact Your Health Provider for COVID Boosters

Residents who may be eligible for COVID-19 booster shots should contact their health care providers. 

The Wellesley Health Department is currently not offering COVID-19 shots. 

 The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has recommende...

Take the Climate Action Plan Survey

Help Wellesley address climate change. 

The Town is developing a Climate Action Plan that will provide a roadmap for reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and enhancing our resilience to climate change. 

Give input on the plan design and...

COVID-19 Boosters and Marathon Reminders

Wellesley health officials are encouraging eligible individuals to get COVID-19 booster shots. And Boston Marathon spectators and runners are urged to practice personal responsibility to stay healthy and safe.

RESCHEDULED: Bacon Street Detours

Road and sidewalk construction for the Bacon Street Bridge Replacement project has been rescheduled.

The work was planned for weekdays through October 29. No new work dates are available yet. Updated information will be posted when those dates are...

October 2021 Special Town Meeting Moved to Remote Only

Wellesley's October 2021 Special Town Meeting will start on Monday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m. and take place via Zoom videoconferencing. 

Originally planned as an in-person meeting, the Select Board approved the move to remote-only at the r...

DPW Snow Shovelers Wanted

The Department of Public Works needs contractors to shovel snow from sidewalks and pedestrian areas this winter. All eligible operators are encouraged to apply. Applications submitted by October 25 will receive an early sign-up rate.

New WPD PSA: Lock Your Car Doors

Keep Wellesley safe by locking your car doors and preventing some of the most common thefts in our community. 

That's the message from Wellesley Police Chief Jack Pilecki in a new public service announcement for residents. The PSA will be...

October 2021 Special Town Meeting Warrant Posted

The warrant for Wellesley's October 2021 Special Town Meeting has been signed and posted. 

Residents can read the warrant online on the Town website; hard copies are available in the Town Clerk's office, and at the Wellesley Poli...

Attorney General's Office Approves 2021 Bylaw Changes

The Attorney General's Office has approved the 2021 Annual Town Meeting Bylaw changes.

For more information, go to the Town website.

Claims of invalidity of the amendments to the Town Bylaws or Zoning Bylaw by reason of any defect in the procedure ...

Wellesley Police Go PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Wellesley Police Department has once again gone pink in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.    Wellesley Police Officers will be wearing a pink pin on their uniform, and in some cases, pink Wellesley Police patches.  ...

Wellesley Police Chief Jack Pilecki Asks You to Lock Your Car Doors

A public service announcement from Chief Jack Pilecki on locking your car doors to prevent some of the most common thefts in Wellesley.

Special Town Meeting Begins October 25 at 7 PM

Wellesley's Special Town Meeting begins on Monday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m. and will take place remotely via Zoom videoconferencing. 

Special Town Meeting is expected to continue on Tuesday, October 26 and Wednesday, October 27, and possib...

Attorney General's Office Approves 2021 Bylaw Changes

The Attorney General's Office has approved the 2021 Annual Town Meeting Bylaw changes.

For more information, go to the Town website.

Claims of invalidity of the amendments to the Town Bylaws or Zoning Bylaw by reason of any defect in the procedure of adopti...