The water will be discolored as it starts to flow back into the system. Please run your cold water faucets (NOT HOT) to allow the water to settle and clear up. Thank you for your patience during this maintenance of the hydrant. Merrimac Water
On Thursday October 8th, the Merrimac Water Department and Mazzotta Excavating will be replacing the hydrant across from 48 Church Street.
The water will be shut down during this time. Work will start at approximately 8 am and continue until complete.
After replacement, we will turn the water back on and you will experience a flow of water that may create air in your lines and/or discolored water. Wait for the water to settle for about a half hour, then run your COLD water until it runs clear.
Thank you for your patience, Merrimac Water Department
Town of Merrimac, MA Town Seal
The Town of Merrimac encourages all registered voters to attend the Special Town Meeting scheduled for Monday, Oct. 19.
The meeting will be called to order at 6:30 p.m. at the Sweetsir School, 104 Church St.
Voters will consider 14 articles:
Special Town Meeting documents can be found here.
Mail-In ballots are being sent out this week. Don’t know where to return them? You can mail them back in the postage paid envelope included. You can drop it off at Town Hall during business hours in the ballot bin the main hallway. Or you can drop it in the ballot “mailbox” located in the vestibule of the police station. Remember early voting is at Town Hall:
10/17 and 10/24 10AM-4PM
10/19-10/23 10AM-3PM
10/26-10/30 10AM-3PM
In-person voting will be at the Sweetsir School November 3rd, 2026 7AM-8PM.
Questions? Contact the Town Clerk’s office at 978-346-8013 x2.
The Town of Merrimac Highway Department is seeking snow plow contractors for the 2026-2027 season. Fill out the FY27 Snow Plow Contractor Application. Any questions call Leo Reynolds 978-346-8939.
LEVEL 1 MILD DROUGHT CONDITIONS
Mandatory
Restrictions on Non-Essential Water Use
Under the Level 1 Water Use Restriction:
Our Water Management Act permit defines the following:
Nonessential outdoor water uses that are subject to mandatory restrictions include:
Water uses NOT subject to mandatory restrictions are those required:
This conservation measure will be strictly enforced. Violators will be issued a written warning for the first offense. A second offense will be fined $50.00 and $100 for each subsequent offense.
Please call the office with any questions or concerns…978-346-8407
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) announced a risk level increase to MODERATE for West Nile virus (WNV) in the above towns. WNV is transmitted to humans from the bite of an infected mosquito. The mosquitoes that carry this virus are common throughout the state and are found in both urban and rural areas. While WNV can infect people of all ages, people over the age of 50 are at higher risk for severe infection.
By taking a few precautions, people can help to protect themselves and their loved ones until heavy frost:
Avoid Mosquito Bites
• Apply Insect Repellent when you go outdoors. Use a repellent with DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide), permethrin, picaridin (KBR 3023), IR3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus [p-methane 3, 8-diol (PMD)] according to the instructions on the product label. DEET products should not be used on infants under two months of age and should be used in concentrations of 30% or less on older children. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age. Permethrin products are intended for use on items such as clothing, shoes, bed nets, and camping gear and should not be applied to skin.
• Clothing Can Help reduce mosquito bites. Although it may be difficult to do when it’s hot, wearing long-sleeves, long pants and socks when outdoors will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
• Be Aware of Peak Mosquito Hours – The hours from dusk to dawn are peak biting times for many mosquitoes. When risk is increased, consider rescheduling outdoor activities that occur during evening or early morning. If you are outdoors at any time and notice mosquitoes around you, take steps to avoid being bitten by moving indoors, covering up, and/or wearing repellent.
Mosquito-Proof Your Home
• Drain Standing Water – Many mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Limit the number of places around your home for mosquitoes to breed by either draining or getting rid of items that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains. Empty any unused flowerpots and wading pools and change water in birdbaths frequently.
• Install or Repair Screens – Some mosquitoes like to come indoors. Keep them outside by having tightly fitted screens on all your windows and doors.
Local Health Departments continue to work closely with the MDPH, other agencies, and locally with the Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control District (NEMMC) to control mosquitoes in these towns. In response, NEMMC will continue to identify areas in the district that require treatment for larval control.
If you have areas of standing water around your home or any old passenger tires left outside, please Request Service for larviciding site inspection and/or Tire Removal.
Information about WNV and reports of current and historical WNV virus activity in Massachusetts can be found on the MDPH website at: www.mass.gov/dph/mosquito
New construction on East Main Street, Village Meadows (Old Skip’s) will be tapping into our water main tomorrow morning. This may disturb some sediment in the main. you may experience discolored water at times during this work. Please flush your cold water taps to clear any discolored water. Thank you for your patience. Merrimac Water Department
Join the Town Clerk’s office at the Veterans Memorial on Church St 9/10 at 7:30PM for 9/11 Remembered.
In preparation for resurfacing Church Street, the DPW will be completing some drain work scheduled for Tuesday 9/8/26. This work will require a lane closure in the area of Willowdale Road. Please expect delays on Church Street and avoid the area if possible
