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  2. Town Departments

    1. Departments A - L
      1. Accounting
        1. Credit Union Membership
        2. Direct Deposit
        3. Town Employee Portal
      2. Assessing
        1. General Information
          1. FAQs
          2. Helpful Terms
          3. Important Dates
          4. Property Valuation Primer (PDF)
        2. Property Record Cards (2022)
        3. Public Access Help
        4. Property Tax Relief
        5. Staff List
        6. This Year's Bill
          1. Property Taxes
          2. Property Tax Exemptions
          3. Property Value Process
          4. Proposition 2 1/2
          5. Tax Levy
          6. Tax Rate
          7. Values Compared to Last Year
      3. Building Department
        1. 2017 Zoning By Law Changes Articles 24 - 30
        2. Accessory Dwelling Unit (In-Law)
        3. Applications
        4. Building Department News
        5. Building Permits Issued
        6. Demolition
        7. Easy Permits
          1. Frequently Asked Questions
          2. Guided Process
            1. New Construction
            2. Structure Demolition
            3. Home Addition
            4. Home Remodeling
            5. Shed
            6. Deck
            7. Siding / Roofing
            8. Swimming Pools
            9. Solar Panel
            10. Fireplace / Woodstove
            11. Septic System Installation or Removal
            12. Street & Sidewalk Opening/Obstruction Permits
          3. Approximate Timeline
        8. Fees
        9. Fences
        10. Forms
        11. Frequently Asked Questions
        12. Inspection Schedule
        13. Links
        14. On Ground Swimming Pools
        15. Open Building Permits
        16. Residential Required Inspections (PDF)
        17. Plan Details Information
          1. Decks
          2. Fireplaces
          3. General Building
          4. Stairways
        18. Storm Water By- law
      4. Building Design & Construction
      5. Conservation
        1. Agendas & Minutes
        2. Submitted Applications for Upcoming and Recent Public Meetings
        3. Conservation Commission
          1. Meeting Schedule 2022
          2. Pending Meeting Schedule 2023
        4. Permitting
          1. Wetland Consultant Information
          2. Forms
          3. Fees
          4. Resource Areas Protected in Needham
          5. Regulated or Prohibited Activities
        5. Policies/Guidelines
        6. Links
        7. Events
        8. Ridge Hill Reservation
          1. Grassland Birds
          2. Ridge Hill Ecological Management Plan (PDF)
          3. Ridge Hill Reservation/Nike Site
          4. Ridge Hill Reservation Regulations
          5. Ridge Hill Reservation Request Form
        9. Trails Information & Studies of Interest
        10. Invasive Species Management
      6. Council on Aging
        1. COA Daily Highlights
        2. Transportation Services
          1. The MBTA RIDE
        3. The Center at the Heights
          1. Center Programming and Calendar of Events
          2. Renting the Center at the Heights
          3. Computer Center
        4. Lunch Menu (PDF)
        5. Legal Services
        6. Meals
          1. Senior Center Lunchtime Cafe
        7. Grocery Shopping
        8. Health Insurance Counseling
        9. Other Aging Links
        10. Publications
          1. Senior Compass (PDF)
          2. Testimonials
        11. Recreational / Educational Programs and Trips
          1. Program Information
          2. Computer Center
          3. Trips
        12. Senior Corp Employment Opportunities
        13. Social Service Department
          1. Information and Referral
          2. Counseling
          3. Support Groups
          4. Grocery Shopping
          5. Testimonials
        14. Tax Preparation
        15. Volunteer Program
        16. Wellness Clinics
        17. Who We Are
          1. Friends of the Needham Elderly
          2. Governance & Funding Sources
          3. Meet the Board
          4. Meet the COA & Advisory Boards
          5. Meet the Staff
          6. Our Center
          7. Our Community Partners
          8. Our History
          9. Testimonials
      7. Economic Development
      8. Finance Department
        1. Budget Documents
        2. Contract Information
        3. Financial Reports
        4. American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) Investments
      9. Fire
        1. Divisions
          1. Administration
          2. Dispatch
          3. Emergency Medical Services
          4. Emergency Management
            1. Contacts
            2. How We Can Help
            3. How We Notify You in an Emergency
            4. How We Prepare
            5. How You Can Prepare
            6. Specific Questions
            7. Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness
          5. Fire Prevention
          6. Fire Protection
          7. Fleet Maintenance
          8. Training
        2. Emergency Alerts and Notifications
        3. FAQ's
        4. Helpful Links
          1. Fire / Home Safety
          2. Space Heaters
          3. Executive Office of Public Safety
          4. Massachusetts State Building Code
          5. National Fire Protection Association
          6. State Fire Marshal
        5. How To Use A Home Fire Extinguisher
        6. Needham Fire Department Photo Gallery
          1. The Needham Fire Department On Scene
          2. Needham Fire Department In the Community
        7. What to Know When Selling Your Home
        8. Permits
          1. Burn Permit
        9. Public Fire & Safety Education
          1. Home Fire Safety
            1. When to replace your beeping detector
            2. Smoke Detectors
            3. Alarmas de Humo
            4. Smoke Alarms for the Disable
            5. Carbon Monoxide Alarms
            6. Alarma de Monóxido de Carbono
            7. Home Fire Escape Planning
            8. Clothes Dryer Safety
            9. Cooking Safety
            10. CFL Light Bulbs
            11. Electrical Safety
            12. Scald Prevention
            13. Outdoor Electrical
            14. Natural Gas Safety
          2. Summer Safety
            1. Preventing Mulch Fires
            2. Fireworks Safety
            3. Massachusetts Fireworks Law
            4. Grilling Safety
            5. Hotel/Motel Safety
            6. Lightning Safety
          3. A Closed Door Can Save A Life
        10. Slideshows
          1. NFD Apparatus Through The Years
          2. Needham Fire Department On-Scene
          3. Needham Fire Training 1939
        11. Business Listing Form
      10. Health and Human Services
      11. Housing
      12. Human Resources Department
        1. Benefits Information
          1. Active Employees
            1. Health Insurance
            2. Voluntary Benefits
          2. New Employees
          3. Retired Employees & Surviving Spouses
            1. Health Insurance Open Enrollment Senior Plan (PDF)
            2. Health Insurance Open Enrollment Active Plans (PDF
            3. Medicare Advantage HMO & PFFS Plans (PDF)
            4. Medicare Supplement Plans (PDF)
          4. Summary of Benefits and Coverages
          5. Health Rates
            1. FY2019 Health Insurance Rates (PDF)
            2. FY2018 Health Insurance Rates (PDF)
            3. CY2018 Medicare Supplement Rates (PDF)
          6. HIPAA Privacy (PDF)
          7. Injured While on Duty
          8. Other Benefits
            1. Aflac Insurance
            2. Credit Union Membership
            3. Deferred Compensation
            4. Direct Deposit
            5. Employee Assistance Plans
            6. Section 125 Plan
          9. Group Insurance Policy (PDF)
          10. Benefits Forms
          11. OptiMed Health Partners
        2. Open Enrollment
          1. Open Enrollment
          2. Medicare Plan Open Enrollment
          3. Special Enrollment Period! - Dental & Vision
        3. Classification & Compensation
        4. CORI
        5. Employment Contracts
        6. Holidays (PDF)
        7. How to Apply for a Job
        8. Job Descriptions
        9. Personnel Policies
        10. Represented Employee Groups
      13. Information Technology
        1. ITC Technology Audit 09/2017 (PDF)
        2. Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
          1. WebGIS
          2. Property Record Cards
          3. Town Maps
          4. GIS FAQ
          5. Download GIS & CAD Mapping Data
        3. Public Records Request
        4. Social Media
          1. NeedhamMA App in Google Play and iTunes Store
        5. Staff Listing
        6. Subscribe to iCalendars
        7. Technology Advisory Board
        8. Telecommunication Systems Policy (PDF)
        9. Town FTP Site
      14. Library
        1. Library
    2. Departments M - Q
      1. Park & Recreation
        1. About
          1. The Commission
            1. Meetings
          2. The Department
            1. Annual Reports
          3. Employment
            1. Summer Program Positions
            2. Summer Pool Positions
            3. Volunteer Opportunities
          4. Open Space and Recreation Plan Advisory Group
            1. Agendas
            2. Minutes
            3. AG Membership List
            4. Public Surveys
            5. Maps
            6. ADA Surveys
        2. Register
          1. Online Registration
          2. Signs
          3. Tennis Badges
            1. Court Locations
            2. Rules & Regulations
          4. Youth Sports
            1. Sports Contact Information
              1. Baseball
              2. Basketball
              3. Field Hockey
              4. Football & Cheerleading
              5. Hockey
              6. Lacrosse
              7. Soccer
              8. Softball
              9. Swimming
              10. Track & Field
            2. Accident Forms & Information
        3. Pools
          1. Rosemary Pool
        4. Parks & Facilities
          1. Fields & Parks
            1. Avery Field
            2. Broadmeadow School
            3. Claxton Field
            4. Cricket Field
            5. DeFazio Park
            6. Dwight Field
            7. Eliot School
            8. Greene’s Field
            9. High Rock School
            10. Hillside School
            11. Memorial Park
            12. Mills Field
            13. Mitchell School
            14. Needham High School
            15. Newman School
            16. Perry Park
            17. Pollard Middle School
            18. Riverside Park
            19. Walker-Gordon
          2. Field and Special Event Permitting
          3. Field Status
          4. Outdoor Skating & Sledding
          5. Playgrounds
          6. Trails
            1. Maps & Trails Information
          7. Sports Kit Rentals
          8. Special Projects
          9. Canada Geese
          10. Town Dog Regulations (PDF)
          11. MA Department of Conservation & Recreation
          12. Greene's Playground Resurfacing Project
        5. How Do I...
          1. Apply For
            1. Employment Opportunities
            2. Field / Special Event Permit
            3. Temporary Signage
          2. Register Online
          3. View
            1. Dog Regulations (PDF)
            2. Field Status
            3. Maps
      2. Parking Clerk
        1. Parking Tickets Online Payment
      3. Planning & Community Development
        1. Planning Division
          1. Planning Board
          2. Forms & Fees
          3. By-Laws & Regulations
          4. Planning Maps
          5. 557 Highland Ave. (former Muzi site)
          6. Needham Housing Plan 2021
          7. Reports & Publications
          8. Downtown Study
          9. October 2022 Special Town Meeting zoning
        2. Conservation Division
          1. Agendas & Minutes
          2. Submitted Applications for Upcoming and Recent Public Meetings
          3. Conservation Commission
          4. Permitting
          5. Policies/Guidelines
          6. Links
          7. Events
          8. Ridge Hill Reservation
          9. Trails Information & Studies of Interest
          10. Invasive Species Management
        3. Housing Division
        4. Zoning Board of Appeals
        5. Economic Development
          1. CEA Meeting Agendas
          2. CEA Meeting Minutes
          3. Needham Small Business Recovery Grant Program
          4. Small Business Recovery Grant Recipients
        6. Needham Permitting Guide 2012 (PDF)
        7. Zoning By-Laws
      4. Police
        1. Mission Statement
        2. Message from the Chief
        3. Animal Control
          1. Help
          2. Dog License Info
          3. Dog Regulations (PDF)
          4. Lost & Found Animals
          5. Rabies Info
            1. How Can You Help Prevent Rabies?
          6. Pictures
          7. FAQs
          8. Links
            1. Mass Wildlife
            2. HSUS
            3. Animal Rescue League
            4. Alliance For Animals
            5. Petfinder
        4. False Alarm By-Law
        5. Firearms Licensing
        6. Hawker/Peddler/Solicitor
        7. Records Information
          1. Arrest Log
        8. State 911 Disability Information
        9. Sex Offender Information
          1. Level 3 Sex Offender Working or Living In Town
        10. News
          1. Incident Report Involving Marvin Henry
          2. Police Policies, Procedures & Info of Interest
          3. Incident Report Involving Police Response to CVS
        11. Annual Data Reports
        12. Divisions / Staff Directory
        13. Community Engagement
        14. Resources
      5. Public Health
        1. COVID - 19 
          1. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
          2. Health and Safety Committee- Needham Public Schools
          3. Resources
        2. Board of Health
        3. Who we are/What we do
        4. Services Provided
          1. Immunizations/Clinics
          2. Permits, licenses, and complaints
          3. Assistance Programs
          4. Referrals
          5. Traveling Meals
          6. Domestic Violence Action Committee (DVAC)
          7. Trainings
          8. Medical Reserve Corps
        5. Public Health Education
          1. Ticks and Mosquitoes
          2. Food Safety
          3. Concussion
      6. Public Works
        1. About DPW
          1. DPW FAQs
        2. Divisions
          1. Administration Division
            1. Bidding
            2. Building & Construction Permits
            3. Building Rentals
            4. Damage Reports: Property and Vehicle
            5. Employment Opportunities
            6. Report a Public Works Issue
            7. Rain Barrels and Soil Moisture Sensors
            8. Water & Sewer Support Services
              1. Billing
                1. Completing a Change of Ownership Form
                2. Service Termination
                3. Buying or Selling Property
                4. Delinquency Charges
              2. Billing Assistance
                1. Disputing Your Bill
                2. Right to Service
                3. Senior Citizens & Disabled Persons Discounts
                4. Water Service Restoration
              3. Contact Us
              4. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
              5. Metering
                1. Meter Replacement Program
                2. Install an Irrigation / 2nd Water Meter (PDF)
                3. Reading Your Water Meter
              6. Rates & Fees
              7. Street Sidewalk Permit Instructions (PDF)
              8. Permit Requirements
          2. Building Maintenance Division
            1. Projects
          3. Engineering Division
            1. Maps
            2. Permits and Documents
            3. Phase II Storm Water Management Plan (NPDES)
            4. Stormwater By-Law
            5. Street Light Inventory
            6. Traffic Rules and Regulations
          4. Fleet Services Division
            1. Auctioning Surplus Town Vehicles
          5. Highway Division
            1. Snow & Ice Program
              1. Sidewalk Plowing
              2. Frequently Asked Questions
              3. Snow and Ice Log
              4. Snow Clearing Pilot Program in Downtown Business District
          6. Parks & Forestry Division
            1. Integrated Pest Management
            2. Pest Fact Sheets
            3. Sidewalk Clearance
            4. Tree Planting
            5. Parks & Forestry FAQ
          7. Recycling & Solid Waste Division
            1. Bags, Stickers, Bins & Fees
            2. Commercial Snow Disposal
            3. Contractor & Landscaper Information
            4. Frequently Asked Questions
            5. Hazardous Waste & Paint
              1. RTS Home
              2. Hazardous Waste at RTS
              3. Paint Collection Days
              4. Surplus Paint for Free
              5. Household Hazardous Waste Day
              6. Home Medical Waste
            6. Holiday Hours & Tips
              1. RTS Home
              2. Holiday Hours
              3. Holiday Tips
            7. Publications & Resources
            8. Re-Use-It Swap Shop
            9. RTS Home
            10. Waste Ban Items
            11. What We Take
              1. RTS Home
              2. Main Drop-off Area
              3. Bulky Waste & Cleanouts
              4. Re-Use-It Swap Shop
              5. Yard Waste
              6. Additional Items
              7. RTS Map (PDF)
            12. Yard Waste
            13. RTS Electronic Sign Information
          8. Water, Sewer & Drains Division
            1. Emergency Information
            2. Sewer Collection System
              1. Environmental Programs (PDF)
              2. Operation & Maintenance
              3. Infiltration & Inflow
                1. I & I Projects
              4. Preventing Grease in the Sewer System
                1. What Not to Throw Down the Drain
            3. Storm Drain System
              1. Storm Water Facts
              2. Stormwater Management
              3. Educational Outreach Materials
              4. Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Compliance Documents
            4. Water Conservation Program
              1. Water Conservation Tips
                1. Needham Water Conservation Project
                2. Rain Gardens
                3. Xeriscape
            5. Water Division
              1. Aquifer Protection
              2. Cross Connection Control Program
                1. State Regulations (PDF)
              3. Drinking Water Quality
                1. Aesthetic Concerns
                2. Standards Program
                3. Lead in Drinking Water
                  1. At the Tap Sampling Program
                  2. Needham Lead Sampling Results
                  3. Private Testing
                4. Water Characteristics
              4. Fire Hydrants
              5. Precipitation
              6. Water Demand/Pumping Records (PDF)
              7. Water Treatment
                1. Water Sources
                  1. Sourcewater Protection
                    1. SWAP
                    2. Assessment Report (PDF)
                2. Treatment Process
                3. Operations & Maintenance
              8. Water Distribution System
              9. Water Main Flushing Program
                1. Hydrant Flushing Press Release
            6. Watering Efficiently
            7. Water Regulations (PDF)
            8. PFAS
            9. SSO Notifications
        3. Projects
          1. Town Common Renovation Project
          2. 16" Water Main Replacement Central Avenue
          3. Safety Improvements - Intersection of Dedham Avenue, Harris Avenue, and Warren Street
          4. Construction Alerts
          5. Complete Streets
          6. Downtown Improvement Project
          7. LED Streetlight Conversion
            1. About LED Lights in Needham
            2. Frequently Asked Questions
            3. Streetlight Outages - Current & Future
          8. NPDES (Storm Water Management Plan)
          9. Past Projects
        4. Report a Public Works Issue
        5. How Do I...
          1. Obtain a RTS Sticker
          2. Pay My Water Bill
          3. Rent Building Space
          4. Report a Dead Animal
          5. Report Damage to a Vehicle
          6. Report Damage to Personal Property
          7. Request an Abatement
          8. Request a Street Opening Permit
      7. Purchasing
        1. Bid Opportunities
        2. Doing Business with the Town
        3. Finance Department
    3. Departments R - Z
      1. Recycle & Solid Waste Division
        1. Bags, Stickers, Bins & Fees
        2. Commercial Snow Disposal
        3. Contractor & Landscaper Information
        4. Frequently Asked Questions
        5. Hazardous Waste & Paint
        6. Holiday Hours & Tips
        7. Publications & Resources
        8. Re-Use-It Swap Shop
        9. RTS Home
        10. Waste Ban Items
        11. What We Take
        12. Yard Waste
        13. RTS Electronic Sign Information
      2. Recycling and Solid Waste
      3. Retirement
      4. Schools
        1. Minuteman Regional Vocation School
        2. Needham Public Schools
        3. School Committee Agendas
        4. School Committee Packet of Materials
      5. Town Clerk
        1. 2022 Annual Town Census
          1. 2020 Federal Census - Redistricting Completed
        2. 2022 Annual Town Census Form
        3. Board & Committee Calendars and Handbook
          1. Town of Needham Committee Handbook
        4. Board of Registrars
        5. Commissioners to Qualify Oath of Office
          1. Justice of the Peace
          2. Notary Public Services
        6. Conflict of Interest Education and Training
          1. Summary of the Conflict of Interest Law
          2. Special Municipal Employees
            1. Section 17
            2. Section 20
          3. Open Meeting Law
            1. Covered Meetings
            2. Posting Notices
            3. Executive Sessions
              1. Ten Reasons for Executive Session
                1. Executive Sessions
            4. Remote Participation
            5. Public Participation
            6. Public Meeting Records
            7. Enforcing the Open Meeting Law
            8. Complaint Procedure
            9. Intentional Violation
            10. Training
            11. Contacting the Attorney General
        7. 2022 Elections, Calendars, & Voting
          1. Help America Vote Act
          2. 2022 Fall Elections
            1. 2022 State Primary
              1. State Primary Democrat and Republican Specimen Ballots
              2. 2022 State Primary Democratic and Republican Official Tally
            2. 2022 State Election
          3. How to Vote in the 2022 State Primary
          4. How To Vote in the 2022 State Election
          5. 2022 State Primary & State Election Calendar
          6. Video of new ImageCast Voting Machine
          7. Guidelines for Temporary Signs (PDF)
          8. 2020 Elections
          9. Previous Elections
            1. 2019 Annual Town Election
            2. 2018 Elections
            3. 2017 Annual Town Election
            4. 2016 Elections
              1. 2016 State Election Results (PDF)
              2. 2016 Special Minuteman Election Results (PDF)
              3. State Election Specimen Ballots 2016 (PDF)
              4. 2016 State Primary & Election Results
                1. 2016 State Primary Specimen - A,B,C,I,J (PDF)
                2. 2016 State Primary Specimen - D,E,F,G,H (PDF)
                3. Democratic Ballot Results - All Precincts (PDF)
                4. Republican Ballot Results - All Precincts (PDF)
                5. Green Rainbow Ballot Results - All Precincts (PDF)
                6. United Independent Party Ballot Precincts (PDF)
              5. 2016 Presidential Primary Election Results
              6. 2016 Annual Town Election
            5. 2015 Annual Town Election Results
              1. Specimen Ballot AnnualTownElection 4.14, 2015 (PDF
            6. 2014 State Primary & Election Results
              1. State Election 2014 Election Results (PDF)
              2. Specimen Ballot State Election 11.4.2014 (PDF)
          10. 2021 Annual Town Election
          11. Special Town Election for Select Board
          12. Annual Town Election Specimen Ballots 4.12.2022
          13. 2022 Annual Town Election
        8. Licenses, Business Certificates, Passports
          1. Auctioneers License (PDF)
          2. Business Certificates
          3. Dog License Application
          4. Dog License Registration
          5. Marriage Licenses
          6. Passports
          7. Storage of Flammables License
          8. Raffle Permits
          9. UCC Filings
        9. Needham Demographics
        10. Public Records Request
        11. Running for Office - Sticker or Write-In (PDF)
        12. Town Elected Officials (PDF)
        13. Town Meetings & Member Information
          1. Town Meeting Handbook (PDF)
          2. Town Meeting Members (PDF)
          3. May 5, 2014 Annual Town Meeting Index
          4. 2017 Town Clerk's Records
          5. 2018 Town Clerk's Records
          6. 2019 Town Clerk's Records
          7. 2020 & 2021 Town Clerk's Records
          8. 2021 Attorney General Approval STM Article 47 May 1, 2021
          9. 2021 Attorney General Approval ATM Articles 5 and 6 May 3, 2021
          10. 2022 Town Clerk's Records
        14. Vital Records
          1. Electronic Death Records
        15. Voter Registration & Information
          1. Online Voter Registration Now Available!
        16. Campaign Finance Reports
      6. Town Manager
        1. Health & Human Services
        2. Passports
          1. Passports
        3. Town Manager Responsibilities
      7. Tax Collector
      8. Treasurer
        1. Billing & Payment Information
          1. Ambulance
          2. Custodial Details
          3. Motor Vehicle Excise Tax
            1. Deputy Tax Collector
            2. Motor Vehicle Excise Online Payment
            3. Submit An Inquiry
          4. Parking Tickets
          5. Police & Fire Details
          6. Real Estate & Personal Property Taxes
            1. Property Tax Relief
              1. Property Tax Relief Application
              2. Property Tax Relief Fund Donation
            2. Property Tax Abatements & Exemptions
            3. Real Estate Tax Online Payment
            4. Personal Property Tax Online Payment
          7. Water & Sewer
            1. Financial Assistance
            2. Late Charges
            3. Liability
            4. Payments
            5. Rates (PDF)
        2. Commissioners of Trust Funds
        3. Dissolving Betterments
        4. Donations
          1. Property Tax Relief Fund / Elderly & Disabled
          2. Revitalization Trust Fund (NCRTF)
        5. Municipal Lien Certificates
        6. Needham Contributary Retirement System
        7. Property Tax Relief Application
      9. Veterans Services
        1. Events
        2. Veterans Day
        3. Memorial Day Events
        4. Monuments & Plaques
        5. Proper Half Staff Display of American Flag
        6. Purple Heart Community
        7. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2498
      10. Water, Sewer, and Drains Division
        1. Emergency Information
        2. Sewer Collection System
        3. Storm Drain System
        4. Water Conservation Program
        5. Water Division
        6. Watering Efficiently
        7. Water Regulations (PDF)
        8. PFAS
        9. SSO Notifications
      11. Youth & Family Services
        1. Join Our Email Listserv
        2. Counseling Services
          1. Substance Abuse Awareness Program
          2. Bullying Intervention Program
        3. Crisis Support Donation Fund
        4. Programs for Youth
          1. Programs
            1. Volunteers Around Needham
            2. Peer Tutor Program
            3. VIP Program
            4. RAY of Hope
            5. Junior Police Academy
            6. Needham Unplugged
          2. School Partnership Programs
            1. Make a Statement Day
            2. Teen Dating Violence Seminars
            3. Safe Surf: Internet Safety & Cyber-Friendship
            4. Picture Perfect
            5. Socialization Groups
        5. The Forde Good Person Memorial Award
        6. Program Brochure
        7. Calendar of Events
        8. Learn More About Needham Youth Services
          1. FAQs
          2. Mission Statement
          3. Fee Structure
          4. Fee Assistance Program
          5. Internship Opportunities
            1. General Information
            2. Graduate Clinical Internship
            3. Summer Internship for College Student (PDF)
          6. Directions to Needham Youth Services
          7. Community Partnerships and Collaborations
        9. Employment Program
          1. Youth Seeking Employment: Business Setting
          2. Youth Seeking Employment: Residential Setting
          3. Businesses Seeking To Hire Youth
        10. Youth Commission Board
        11. Publications & Documents
          1. General Information
          2. Parent Resources
    4. Employee Portal (Current Employees)
    5. Employee Portal (Retired/Inactive Employees)
    6. Holiday Schedule for 2022
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  3. Your Government

    1. Public Records
      1. About Public Records Request
      2. Public Records Request
    2. Agendas & Minutes
    3. Boards, Commissions & Committees
      1. Volunteer Opportunities
      2. All Committees
      3. Traffic Management Advisory Committee
      4. Transportation Planning and Review Committee
      5. Water and Sewer Rate Structure Committee
    4. Boards & Committees Calendar
    5. Our Regional, State & Federal Government
    6. Local Elected Officials
    7. Publications
      1. Department of Public Works Feasibility Study
      2. Annual Town Reports
      3. Budget Documents
        1. FY2023 Budget Documents 
          1. FY2023 - FY2027 Capital Improvement Plan
          2. FY2023 Proposed Budget
        2. FY2022 Budget Documents
          1. FY2022 - FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan
          2. FY2022 Proposed Annual Budget
        3. FY2021 Budget Documents
          1. FY2021 Proposed Annual Budget
          2. FY2021-FY2025 Capital Improvement Plan
        4. FY2020 Budget Documents
          1. FY2020-FY2024 Capital Improvement Plan
          2. FY2020 Proposed Annual Budget
        5. FY2019 Budget Documents
          1. FY2019 - FY2023 Capital Improvement Plan
          2. FY2019 Proposed Annual Budget
        6. Previous Budget Information
      4. National Community Survey
      5. Energy Audit Reports
      6. Facilities Master Plan
      7. General By-Laws - 2018 Edition (PDF)
      8. Town Hall Historical Preservation Documents
      9. Public Service Administration Building
    8. Town Meeting
      1. October 2022 Fall Town Meeting
      2. May 2022 Annual Town Meeting
      3. May 2022 Special Town Meeting
      4. May 2022 ATM & STM Questions and Answers
      5. Previous Town Meeting Information
        1. During Fiscal Year 2021
          1. 2020 October Fall Special Town Meeting
            1. 2020 OCT Fall STM Warrant Article Information
            2. CPC Report to Town Meeting
            3. Finance Committee Oct 2020 STM Position on Article
          2. 2021 Spring Town Meetings
            1. 2021 STM Warrant Articles 1 - 23
            2. 2021 STM Warrant Articles 24 - 50
            3. 2021 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles
            4. Select Board's Position on Warrant Articles
            5. Finance Committee Position on Warrant Articles
            6. Town Manager's Report to Town Meeting
            7. 2021 Spring SpecialTown Meeting Recordings
            8. 2021 Annual Town Meeting Recording
            9. 2021 Town Clerk's Records
          3. October 2021 Special Town Meeting
        2. During Fiscal Year 2020
          1. October 2019 Special Town Meeting
          2. 2020 Special Town Meeting
          3. 2020 Annual Town Meeting
            1. 2020 Annual Warrant Article Information and Status
            2. 2020 Annual Town Meeting Warrant
            3. 2020 Special Town Meeting Information
            4. Article Recommendations from Finance Committee
            5. Article Recommendations from Select Board
            6. Town Manager's Report to Town Meeting
              1. Question & Answers for Town Managers Report
            7. Select Board Memo RE: Pediatric Medical Facility
            8. Important Information from Moderator Michael Fee
        3. During Fiscal Year 2019
          1. October 2018 Special Town Meeting
          2. 2019 May Special Town Meeting
          3. 2019 May Annual Town Meeting
          4. 2019 January Special Town Meeting
        4. During Fiscal Year 2018
          1. October 2017 Special Town Meeting
          2. May 2018 Annual Town Meeting
          3. May 2018 Special Town Meeting
        5. During Fiscal Year 2017
          1. October 2016 Fall Town Meeting
          2. May 2017 Annual Town Meeting
          3. May 2017 Special Town Meeting
        6. During Fiscal Year 2016
          1. November 2015 Special Town Meeting
          2. February 2016 Special Town Meeting
          3. May 2016 Annual Town Meeting
          4. May 2016 Special Town Meeting
        7. During Fiscal Year 2015
          1. May 2015 Annual Town Meeting
          2. May 2015 Special Town Meeting
          3. October 2014 Special Town Meeting
        8. During Fiscal Year 2014
          1. May 2014 Annual Town Meeting
          2. May 2014 Special Town Meeting
          3. November 2013 Special Town Meeting
        9. During Fiscal Year 2013
          1. May 2013 Annual Town Meeting
          2. May 2013 Special Town Meeting
          3. December 3, 2012 Special Town Meeting
          4. October 29, 2012 Special Town Meeting
        10. During Fiscal Year 2012
          1. May 2012 Special Town Meeting
          2. May 2012 Annual Town Meeting
          3. Nov 2011 Special Town Meeting
        11. During Fiscal Year 2011
          1. May 2011 Annual Town Meeting
          2. May 2011 Special Town Meeting
          3. March 2011 STM
          4. November 2010 Special Town Meeting
        12. During Fiscal Year 2010
          1. May 2010 Special Town Meeting
          2. May 2010 Annual Town Meeting
          3. November 2009 Special Town Meeting
        13. During Fiscal Year 2009
          1. May 2009 Annual Town Meeting
          2. May 2009 Special Town Meeting
          3. October 2008 Special Town Meeting
    9. Legal Notices
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  4. Town Services

    1. Animal Control
    2. Emergency Medical Services
    3. Emergency Shelter
    4. Health & Human Services
    5. Notary Public Services
    6. Off Leash Dog Recreational Area
    7. Park & Recreation Online Registration
    8. Recycling & Transfer Station
    9. Services for Youth
    10. Veterans Services
    11. WebGIS
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  5. Our Community

    1. Getting To Needham
    2. History
    3. Needham Channel
    4. Needham Channel Municipal Channel Schedule
    5. Needham Crossing
      1. Aerial Map (PDF)
      2. Trip Advisor
    6. Press Releases
    7. Charles River Chamber of Commerce
    8. Tax Rate
    9. Taxi Services
    10. Trails Information
    11. Voter Registration
    12. Water & Sewer Rates
    13. WebGIS
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  6. How Do I...

    1. Apply / Register For
      1. Block Party
      2. Electronic Board Flash
      3. Emergency Notification
      4. Memorial Park Sign Boards
      5. Mobile Food Vendor Permit
      6. Motor Vehicle Excise Abatement
      7. Park & Recreation Programs
      8. Passports
      9. Permit / License
      10. Property Tax Relief
      11. Public Records
      12. Recycling & Transfer Sticker
      13. Road Event (walk/run/bike/motorbike)
      14. Veterans' Services
      15. To Vote
    2. Emergency Preparedness
      1. Sign up for Emergency Notification
      2. More Information
    3. Find More About
      1. Bidding Opportunities
      2. Energy Information
      3. Lawn Signs(PDF)
      4. Parking Map in the Downtown (PDF)
      5. Parking Tickets
      6. Public Records
      7. Recycling & Transfer Station
      8. Tax Rate
      9. Town Meeting
      10. Water / Sewer Services
    4. Pay For / Donate To
      1. Dog Registration
      2. Motor Vehicle Excise Payment
      3. Parking Ticket Payment
      4. Water Utility Payment
      5. The Gift of Warmth
      6. Property Tax Relief Fund / Elderly & Disabled
      7. Revitalization Trust Fund (NCRTF)
      8. Crisis Support Donation Fund
      9. Domestic Violence Action Committee (DVAC)
    5. Rent A
      1. Center at the Heights
      2. Field or Park
      3. Memorial Park Fieldhouse
      4. Powers Hall
      5. School Facility
      6. Sports Kit
    6. Report / Submit A
      1. Damage to Personal Property
      2. Damage To Vehicle
      3. Dog Area Complaint, Concern or Comment
      4. Pothole
      5. Snow Issue
      6. Street Light Outage
      7. Traffic Management Concern
    7. View
      1. Election Calendar & Results
      2. Inspection Schedule
      3. License / Permit Fees
      4. Park & Recreation Brochure
      5. Permitting Guide (PDF)
      6. Town Bylaws & Charter (PDF)
      7. Town Maps
      8. Trail Maps
      9. Zoning By-Laws
    8. Volunteer For
      1. Boards Committees & Commissions
      2. Council on Aging
      3. Library
      4. Park & Recreation
      5. Schools
      6. Youth Services
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  7. Feature Links

    1. Agendas, Minutes & Newsletters
    2. Select Board Agenda & Minutes
    3. School Committee Agendas & Minutes
    4. Boards & Committees Calendar
    5. E-Services
      1. Calendar
      2. FAQs
      3. News Flash
      4. Quick Links
      5. Staff Directory
      6. WebGIS
    6. How Do I...?
      1. Apply for a Job
      2. Contact a Town Department
      3. Receive E-mail Notifications
      4. Read Board of Selectmen Agendas & Minutes
      5. Browse Events Calendar
      6. Find Property Tax Relief Information
      7. Get Municipal Lien Information
      8. Find Property Values
      9. Obtain a Business Certificate
      10. Get a Passport Application
      11. Get a Vital Record (Birth, Death, Marriage)
      12. Register to Vote
      13. Get Election Information
    7. Social Networking
    8. Employee Portal
    9. MBTA Quiet Zone
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  8. CustomLinks_1

    1. Office of the Town Manager/Select Board Services
    2. Public Information Officer
    3. Press Releases
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  9. CustomLinks_2

    1. Property Tax Relief
    2. Property Tax Relief Fund Donation
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