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Town of Merrimac Announces Merrimac 150th Celebration Committee

The Town of Merrimac is thrilled to announce the Merrimac 150th Celebration Committee. 

The new committee serves as the planning and coordination group responsible for the Town’s 150th anniversary celebration. 

Join neighbors, friends, and visitors for a year-long celebration filled with history, fostering community, and fun. Together, we will honor our past, showcase the Merrimac of today, and create lasting memories of our future. 

To kick off the celebration, the committee will host a Town-wide Photo and Duck Drop Raffle held on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 1 p.m. at the Donaghue Field. (Rain date is Sunday, Oct. 19) which will be sponsored by Bucciarelli’s Coffee Shop & Deli.
For more information about this event and how you can contribute to the celebration, please visit the Committee’s official website: merrimac150.org

Rental Inspections

Did you know that all rental units in Merrimac must be inspected prior to renting? You can find the regulations on the town website, under Documents, Board of Health, Regulations: https://townofmerrimac.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Regulations-Governing-Certification-of-Rental-Dwellings-and-Rooming-Units-in-Merrimac.pdf

Rental Inspection application forms can also be found on the town website under Documents, Board of Health, Applications: https://townofmerrimac.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Rental-Inspection-Application-1.pdf

Still have questions? Contact the Board of Health at 978-346-4066 or BOH@townofmerrimac.com

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Town of Merrimac Invites Community Members to Join 150th Anniversary Celebration Committee

The Town of Merrimac is preparing to celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2026. The Select Board is seeking enthusiastic and civic-minded residents to join the Merrimac 150th Anniversary Celebration Committee.

This is a unique opportunity to help plan a year-long celebration that honors Merrimac’s rich history, traditions, and community spirit. The committee will help shape events and activities, including historical exhibits, parades, concerts, family fun days, and more.

Those who have experience in event planning, a passion for local history, or simply want to give back to their town, are welcome to express their interest.

To express interest in joining the committee, or to request more information, please email the Merrimac Select Board at selectmen@townofmerrimac.com.

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Town of Merrimac Seeking Volunteers to Serve on Town Governance Committee

MERRIMAC – The Select Board is seeking volunteers to serve on a Town Governance Study Committee.

The Town Governance Study Committee will evaluate and ensure an effective, accountable organizational structure for Merrimac’s government, benefiting both residents and stakeholders. The committee will provide a final report to the Select Board and Town Meeting with recommended changes.

Committee members can expect to meet monthly, with the study anticipated to take 12 to 18 months to complete.

Those interested in joining should send a letter of interest to the Select Board office via email at selectmen@townofmerrimac.com and fill out the volunteer form on the Town’s website townofmerrimac.com/vacancies.

Town Hall Closed 7/2 & 7/3