The Community Preservation Committee is responsible for performing an annual needs study of the possibilities and resources of the Town regarding community preservation and making recommendations at Town Meeting for how the Town's Community Preservation Act (CPA) money should be spent. CPA is a local property tax surcharge of up to 3% which can be used for open space protection, historic preservation, and affordable housing.
Email Kelly Johnson with any questions or call 781-982-2122.
Step 1: Complete Phase I - Project Eligibility (Deadline: 10/29)
Step 2: Complete Phase II - Application for Funding (Deadline: 12/17)
Step 3: CPC Vote
Step 4: Town Meeting Vote
Step 5: Funding Available July 1, 2025
We want to hear from you! The CPC will be hosting a meeting on 2/4 @ 6 pm to discuss the proposed projects for FY26 before the committee votes on final recommendations.
Vacant | Appointed | |
Vacant | Appointed | |
Meredith Fuller | Appointed | |
Steven J. Wakelin | Appointed | |
Bruce Hughes | Planning Rep | Vice Chairman |
Rachel Collins | Park & Rec Rep | Chairman |
Joseph Phan | Historical | |
Ellen Delany | Housing | |
Jean Matiyosus | Conservation Rep |
