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Farmer's Market
 
Lowell Commuter Rail Info During The DNC
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Smoking Ban
Massachusetts has become Smoke-free
Bridge Closing
 
New Parking Garage Technology
 
World Series Trophy
 
2005 Winterfest
 
2005 Winterfest Competition Results
 
Healthy Summer Programs 2005
 
Summer Programs - Parks
 
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2006 Winterfest
 
Flood Related Forms
 
Fiscal Year 2007 Proposed Budget
 
Fiscal Year 2007 Proposed Budget
 
City of Lowell Employees Campaign
 
Lowell Pandemic Influenza Public Discussion Summary Report
On April 18, 2006, the Lowell Pandemic Influenza Public Discussion was held at the Tsongas Arena in Lowell, MA. The Lowell event was the first of a possible series of public discussion sessions being held across the state as part of the Massachusetts Pandemic Flu Public Participation Project.
Prepare for the Heat!
 
Map of Beaver - Martin Detour
 
City of Lowell Fee Schedule, 2006-11-29
 
The Hamilton Canal District Presentation
 
City of Lowell Approved Fee Structure
A public hearing was held on 11/28/2006 to review the City of Lowell's proposed new fee structure.
COLEC 2006 Brochure
 
COLEC Pledge Card
 
2007 Winterfest
 
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2008 Budget
The City of Lowell's Fiscal Year 2008 Budget is now available for download and review in its entirety, or in sections, as follows:
City of Lowell FY2008 Budget
 
FY2008 Part 2 - Proposed Resolution of City Council (pp 18 - 28)
 
FY2008 Part 1 - City Manager Letter and Financial Overview (pp. 1 - 17)
 
FY2008 Part 3 - Budget Highlights (pp 29 - 36)
 
FY2008 Part 4 - Revenue Detail (pp. 37 - 41)
 
FY2008 Part 5a - Detailed Departmental Budgets (pp. 42 - 66)
 
FY2008 Part 5b - Detailed Departmental Budgets (pp. 42, 43, 67 - 84)
 
FY2008 Part 5c - Detailed Departmental Budgets (pp. 42, 43, 85 - 95)
 
FY2008 Part 5d - Detailed Departmental Budgets (pp. 42, 43, 96 - 103)
 
FY2008 Part 5e - Detailed Departmental Budgets (pp. 42, 43, 104 - 120)
 
FY2008 Part 5f - Detailed Departmental Budgets (pp. 42, 121 - 136, Appendix A)
 
FY2008 Table of Contents
 
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2008 Proposed Budget
The City of Lowell's Fiscal Year 2008 Proposed Budget is now available for download and review in its entirety, or in sections, as follows:
Sign up for National Grid's GreenUp Program
Support the development of renewable energy by participating in National Grid's GreenUp renewable energy program. GreenUp allows you to choose to have all or part of your electricity generated from renewable resources—while keeping National Grid as your energy supplier.
Energy Images
 
Blog from the Office of the City Manager
The Office of the City Manager is pleased to announce the launch of a blog site from the City Manager’s Office.
Flood Documents
 
City of Lowell Expands its Online Customer Service Offerings
City of Lowell residents and businesses now have more access to information and communication with the City through E-Gov Link, a new tool accessible from the City’s website that allows anyone to easily submit suggestions, request information, place service requests, or report possible code violations on-line.
Solid Waste Report
 
Solid Waste Report - Appendix A
 
Solid Waste Report - Appendix C
 
Solid Waste Report
As the City of Lowell embarks to develop the fiscal years 09 City Budget, it also provides an opportunity to analyze and scrutinize all City operators programs and services in order to identify any means to stretch tax dollars. One such service which has become increasingly burdensome to the City budget is servicing the Solid Waste needs of Lowell residents.
Dog Park Packet
 
Dog Park Applications
 
Partnership for Change : Action Plan to End Homelessness
 
City of Lowell FY2009 Proposed Budget
 
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2009 Proposed Budget
The City of Lowell's Fiscal Year 2009 Proposed Budget is now available for download and review.
Yard Sale Ordinance - Draft
 
Moody’s Removes Negative Outlook and Assigns MIG 1 Rating to City of Lowell’s (MA) $2.5 Million Bans
 
Report to the City Manager on the Stoklosa School Project
Prepared by Kopelman and Paige, P.C. on December 7, 2006
Report to the City Manager on the Stoklosa School Project
Prepared by Kopelman and Paige, P.C., December 7, 2006
Driveway Permit Application
 
Rules and Regulations - Driveway Permit
Adopted: July 8, 2008
Driveway Permit Checklist
 
A New Round of Best Retail Practices in September With Advice and Grants for Retailers
The City of Lowell announces a new round of the Best Retail Practices program to assist small retailers, restaurants and storefront service businesses in Lowell with professional advice and grant money in the areas of store and restaurant design, window and merchandise displays, signage, and cost-effective marketing tips.
Notice of Availability
NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY FOR THE DRAFT 2007-08 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT
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The Mayor's Harvest Ball (info)
 
The Mayor's Harvest Ball
 
Press Release - Powell St - One-Way Traffic
 
Press Release - POWELL STREET - ONE-WAY TRAFFIC.doc
 
Press Release - City of Lowell Seeks Applicants For Solid Waste & Recycling Advisory Committee
The City of Lowell currently seeks letters of interest from Lowell residents to fill openings on the newly established Solid Waste & Recycling Advisory Committee. The role of the Advisory Committee is to provide advice, assistance and recommendations regarding the City’s waste collection and recycling program as well as to help positively increase recycling awareness both within and out of the current scope of city collection.
Citizens Advisory Committee Members Needed
The City is seeking volunteers for the Citizens Advisory Committee that reviews grant applications and recommends funding allocations to the City Manager for the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs.
HOPWA Citizens Advisory Committee Members Needed
The City is seeking volunteers for the Citizens Advisory Committee that reviews grant applications and recommends funding allocations to the City Manager for the HOPWA programs.
Sewer Construction in Tewksbury Continues on Clark Rd.
 
Rourke Bridge Repairs
 
City Announces the "Getting to Zero Challenge"
 
Notice of Public Hearing and RFP Availability for the FY 2009-2010 Annual Action Plan
 
Legal Notice - Replication Housing Opportunity Areas
 
Legal Notice
The City of Lowell’s Division of Planning and Development (DPD) and the Lowell Housing Authority (LHA) are requesting proposals from qualified owners for Section 8 Program and Lowell rental Assistance Fund Program Project-Based Assistance for existing, substantial rehabilitation, and new construction of housing serving families within the City of Lowell.
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1769 Middlesex Street
 
City Owned Properties for Sale
 
University Avenue Bridge - UPDATE
City Engineer Lisa DeMeo reports that steel work is expected to be completed by December 17. Final repairs and site cleanup will be complete approximately one week later and THE BRIDGE WILL RE-OPEN BY THE END OF DECEMBER. These dates are subject to change due to weather conditions. Design and construction are on budget.
Public Safety Notice
 
Press Release - Schedule for Curbside Collection of Storm Related Debris
Lowell DPW, in conjunction with Allied Waste, will collect tree limbs & branches.
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban
 
No Parking Ban has been lifted.
 
City of Lowell Code of Ordinances are now available online!
 
Notice of Public Hearing for the FY 2009-2010 Annual Action Plan
OPPORTUNITY FOR GRANT APPLICANTS TO PRESENT PROPOSALS TO CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban 12/31/08
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban has been lifted 1/1/09
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban 1/7/2009
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban has been lifted 1/7/2009
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban 1/10/2009
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban has been lifted 1/11/2009
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban 1/28/2009
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban has been lifted 1/28/09
 
DPW announces the release of the BIN-Dependence Day Website
The Solid Waste & Recycling Office, in conjunction with DPW and MIS has activated the BIN-Dependence Day web pages.
Police Officer Examination
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban 2/22/2009
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban has been lifted 2/23/09
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban 3/1/2009
 
Notice of Public Hearing and RFP Availability for ESG - Homeless Prevention Fund
The City of Lowell, Division of Planning and Development is soliciting proposals for the use of ESG funds totaling $930,096 to be used for Homeless Prevention activities.
Police Orientation
 
Trench Safety Regulations
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Excavation & Trench Safety Regulations 520 CMR 14.00 became effective on March 1, 2009.
City of Lowell Honored with E-Government Award
 
Notice of Availability and Public Hearing
For the Draft 2009-2010 Annual Action Plan and amendment to the 2008-2009 Action Plan (spending plan for ESG-Homeless Prevention Funds & Community Development Block Grant-Recovery Funds)
Lowell High School / ROTC - Brick Order Form
 
Lowell High School / ROTC - Brick Sale
 
City of Lowell Seeks Applicants for Lowell Conservation Commission
 
City of Lowell E-Gov Services
As a part of the City of Lowell’s E-Gov Services, the City of Lowell is now offering targeted email distribution lists to help further facilitate communicating with citizens, businesses, and visitors (e.g., Updates from the City Manager, Updates on Solid Waste & Recycling, Updates on Traffic, etc.).
The City of Lowell Announces a Series of Public Vision Sessions Billed as "City building Workshop"
 
The City of Lowell Announces Second Round of "City building Workshops"
As discussions continue with residents and other stakedholders in the neighborhoods surrounding the Hamilton Canal District, the City of Lowell in partnership with Goody Clancy and Associates will be holding its second round of public vision sessions, or “City Building Workshops,” in the Downtown/JAM area, Acre, Lower Highlands, and Back Central Neighborhoods. Following is the schedule and location for each session.
City Building Workshops Flyer
 
Fiscal Year 2010 Proposed Budget
 
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2010 Proposed Budget
The City of Lowell's Fiscal Year 2010 Proposed Budget is now available for download and review.
City Building Flyer - Session 3
 
The City of Lowell Announces Final “City Building Workshop”
June 22, 2009, Lowell, MA – The City of Lowell in partnership with Goody Clancy and Associates is pleased to announce the final “City Building Workshop”. The event will take place Thursday, June 25 at the Lowell Senior Center, 278 Broadway, between 6:00PM – 8:00PM.
City Launches New Marketing Campaign and Website
 
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2010 Budget
 
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2010 Budget
The City of Lowell's Fiscal Year 2010 Budget is now available for download.
Summer 2009 Construction Paving
 
Sewer & Drain Construction Work - Summer 2009
The City of Lowell, through the Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility, is undertaking sewer separation work during the summer months to lessen the disruption to the city’s school system.
Downtown Crosswalk Project Map
 
Notice - City Manager's Summit Series Follow Up
Design plans are completed and the contractor is available to start work on the items the residents asked us to address to improve everyone's Downtown experience.
Notice of Availability for the Draft 2008-2009 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
 
Finalists for Lowell's Getting to Zero Challenge
 
Jury Chooses Four Finalists for the Getting to Zero Competition
 
Lowell Bridge Bundle Fact Sheet
 
MassHighway is Rebuilding Bridges on 495
 
Notice - Emergency Water Main Repairs
The Lowell Regional Water Utility is preparing to begin emergency repairs to a section of water main on Pawtucket Boulevard near the intersection with Cheryl Lee Lane.
2010 Alarm System Permit Registration Now Available Online!
 
City of Lowell Green Building Commission Announces Call for Green Building Excellence Award Application
 
Mai Fact Sheet
 
Logvin Fact Sheet
 
City of Lowell awards winning entries to the Getting to Zero Energy Challenge
 
Be sure to clean your Catch Basins
 
Cobblestone Detour Phases 1-2
 
Final Phases of Work on Downtown Improvements - Street Closures and Detour Routes
 
Citizens Advisory Committee Members Needed (CDBG, HOME and ESG programs)
The City is seeking volunteers for the Citizens Advisory Committee that reviews grant applications and recommends funding allocations to the City Manager for the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs.
Citizens Advisory Committee Members Needed (HOPWA)
The City is seeking volunteers for the Citizens Advisory Committee that reviews grant applications and recommends funding allocations to the City Manager for the HOPWA Program.
Notice of Funding Availability
Neighborhood Stabilization Program Funds - $300,000
Notice of Public Hearing and RFP Availability for the FY 2010-2011 Annual Action Plan
 
Notice from the City Assessor's Office
 
Snow Emergency - No Parking Ban
 
The Lowell Green Building Commission is seeking interested individuals to fill three vacancies.
 
Notice of Public Hearing for the FY 2010-2011 Annual Action Plan
Public Hearing #2
Public Notice - Online Survey
The City of Lowell is undertaking a planning process for its Five-Year Consolidated Plan. This HUD-required plan is our roadmap for spending federal dollars that will be allocated to the City over the period of July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2015.
Snow Emergency Parking Ban
 
Call for Applications: United Way's "Summer Experiences in Greater Lowell" Grant
Lowell-area organizations are invited to apply to receive up to $10,000 for quality summer youth programming.
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City of Lowell Seeks Applicants for Library Board of Trustees
The City of Lowell is currently seeking letters of interest from Lowell residents by March 19, 2010 to fill one (1) vacancy on the Board of Trustees for the Pollard Memorial Library. The Library’s Board of Trustees provides policy direction in matters and concerns related to the Lowell Public Library. The Board of Trustees meets the first Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm.
Firefighter Examination Municipal Service
 
Flooding Alert
Important notice to the City of Lowell's residents and businesses regarding heavy rainfall, winds, and flooding.
Make a Splash - Open Lowell Pools This Summer
 
Police Announce 2010 Liquor Compliance Checks
The Lowell Police Department is announcing that it will conduct minimum age purchase law compliance checks of the city’s liquor establishments throughout the year (2010). The compliance checks will be aimed at retailers of alcoholic beverages, bars, and restaurants. The compliance checks will focus on, but will not be limited to, sales to minors and over-serving by restaurants and bars.
Notice of Availability and Public Hearing
For the Draft 2010-2015 Five Year Consolidated Plan & the Draft 2010-2011 Annual Action Plan
Request for Proposals Summary Information
The City of Lowell will receive sealed Proposals for the sale of a certain property located at 27 Fourth Street.
Hunts Falls Bridge Night Detour March 28th through April 2nd
 
Flood Message from Representative Niki Tsongas
Federal Flood Assistance Information.
Disaster Recovery Assistance
President Obama has declared Middlesex County a disaster area for individual assistance.
Notice from the Department of Public Works
 
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Join us in June at the Innovative Cities Conference Featuring Best Practices in Urban Development!
Learn about the new ways in which federal and municipal stakeholders are collaborating to promote the economic, physical, and social development of small- to mid-sized cities. Speakers will share their knowledge about successful strategies for economic and social development and discuss opportunities and challenges faced by their growing cities in these difficult economic times.
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2011 Proposed Budget
 
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2011 Proposed Budget
The City of Lowell's Fiscal Year 2011 Proposed Budget is now available for download and review.
Five Year Forecast 2011
 
Five-Year Financial Forecasts included in the FY 2011 Budget
 
City of Lowell Permit Manual
 
City of Lowell Permit Manual
 
Detour Map
 
Detour Map 2
 
Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility Traffic Alert 8/16 - 8/20
 
Lowell Tenth St. Water Storage Tank Progress Meeting Update
July 19, 2010 6:30PM
Northern Middlesex Council of Governments Regional Transportation Plan Public Input Session July 27 & 28 2010
 
Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility Odor Update
 
Important Notice from the City Treasurer
 
IMPORTANT NOTICE
 
Notice of Availability for the Draft 2009-2010 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
 
City Announces Funding Opportunity for Energy Efficiency in Historic Lowell
The City of Lowell is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for businesses, building owners, and residents of Lowell’s Downtown Historic District (DLHD) to seek up to $500,000 in combined grant and loan incentives for energy efficiency improvements to their buildings. Energy efficiency retrofits will improve building comfort, save energy, and reduce energy costs for building owners and business; the City also expects broader community benefits by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating jobs. The City will soon be implementing additional incentive programs for energy efficiency retrofits for homeowners throughout the city, and is using other federal funds to retrofit schools and municipal buildings.
Street Closing Announcement:
 
Hamilton Canal District Pedestrian Access Restriction
 
City of Lowell DPD Opens Development Services Office
The Planning Board, Historic Board, Wire Inspector, Health and Sanitary Code Inspectors have joined the former Inspectional Services office on the second floor of City Hall.
Letter of Interest
 
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The Lowell Creative Economy Census 2010 has launched!
Lowell’s first Creative Economy Census will measure the economic impact of the City’s hundreds of working artists.
Urban Planner Jeff Speck Presents a Vision for the Evolution of Downtown Lowell
 
Please Share Your Fair Housing Concerns
 
Citizen Advisory Committee Members Needed
 
The City of Lowell is seeking interested candidates to serve on the Planning Board, the Zoning Board of Appeals, and the Conservation Commission.
 
BetterBuildings in the Downtown Lowell Historic District: From the Past, For the Future
The City of Lowell is pleased to announce the first element of the Lowell BetterBuildings grant program funded by the federal Department of Energy (DOE). Participants in National Grid’s energy efficiency Direct Install Program can apply for a rebate of up to $1500 on installed equipment if their property is located within the Downtown Lowell Historic District. The rebate will be provided by the City of Lowell’s BetterBuildings Grant Program, a Recovery Act-funded grant program promoting energy efficiency upgrades to buildings in the Historic District.
Notice of Public Hearing and RFP Availability for the FY 2010-2011 Annual Action Plan
 
City of Lowell Green Building Commission Announces Call for Green Building Excellence Award Applications
 
Middlesex Villiage Master Plan Neighborhood Visioning Session II
The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG), under contract with the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is working with the City of Lowell to develop a Neighborhood Master Plan for Middlesex Village. The second Visioning Session will include an overview of the results of the first Visioning Session, and outline draft recommendations for improving the neighborhood. Light refreshments will be available
Lowell City Youth Council Membership Application
 
The City of Lowell Youth Council is Seeking New Members
 
Snow Emergency Parking Ban - 12/26/2010
 
The Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code takes effect in Lowell beginning January 1, 2011. Grants are available to assist with transition costs.
 
Public Notice - Bridge Work
 
BetterBuildings Program Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
 
Overnight Downtown Snow Removal Operations Begin January 22nd at 8PM
 
Hunts Falls Bridge Evening Detour
 
Lowell City Council Meeting - CANCELLATION
 
Lowell City Hall - EARLY CLOSURE
 
Lowell City Hall - CLOSED
 
BetterBuildings - RFQ
 
BetterBuildings - Request for Qualifications
 
Notice of Public Hearing
A Design Public Hearing will be held by MassDOT - Highway Division to discuss the proposed Safe Routes to school, McAuliffe Elementary School project in Lowell, MA.
iShop Lowell 2011: Buy Now, Win Later!
iShop is back again this year with new prizes and more chances to win! The program kicks-off February 18th!
Request for Proposals: Tanner Street District Brownfields Area-Wide Planning
The City of Lowell (City) is soliciting proposals from qualified urban planning, environmental planning, and/or planning and engineering firms (“Consultant”) to provide professional planning services for a Brownfields area-wide planning study focused on economic development and environmental remediation strategies for the Tanner Street District in Lowell, MA.
FREE Strech Energy Code Workshop
April 4th from 8:30AM - 1:00PM - Mayor's Reception Room, City Hall
Stretch Energy Workshop Flyer
 
Division of Development Services announces development project information now available online!
In its most recent effort to increase transparency and improve customer service, the Development Services Division of the City of Lowell’s Department of Planning and Development is now making development project information available online.
Press Release - Lowell Celebrates 175th Anniversary
This year the City of Lowell celebrates the 175th Anniversary of its incorporation. Fun and engaging events and activities will take place throughout the year. Festivities will begin with a 175th Kick-Off Celebration at City Hall on April 11, 2011 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. The evening will feature honored speakers, musical performances and City Hall tours.
Request for Proposals
The City of Lowell will receive sealed Proposals for the sale and disposition of a certain property located at 39 Myrtle Street, also known as the Varnum Elementary School and 115 Sixth Street, Lowell, MA.
3rd Annual Candlelight Vigil
The Merrimack Valley Chapter of Parents of Murdered Children, (POMC) invites you to the third annual Candlelight Vigil on April 11, 2011, in recognition of National Crime Victim’s Rights Week. This year’s theme, Reshaping the Future, Honoring the Past.
Notice of Availability and Public Hearing for the Draft 2011-2012 Annual Action Plan
The Draft Plan will be available for review and public comment for a period of 30-days, beginning March 21, 2011 and ending April 22, 2011. All written comments received will be included in the Final Plan sent to HUD along with the City’s responses.
Sustainability Snapshots Photography Contest - Deadline September 15th
Lowell is updating its citywide Master Plan, its twenty-year vision for the future. The new plan will work to ensure that future generations have equal access to the economic, environmental and cultural resources that residents enjoy today. We want to include your photographs in our new vision. Enter in the Sustainability Snapshots Contest for a chance to win a season pass to the Lowell Summer Music Series!
Cabot Street Area Sewer Separation Project
June 6 2011 - Paving is to be done on the streets in this project area the week of June 6 to the 10th. Pre-paving activities will take place June 2 and 3rd. Expect delays and detours during normal work hours. Effected streets include Aiken, Cabot, Fr. Morissette, Hall, Pawtucket, and Perkins.
Lowell Sustainability Week -- June 20th - 25th
Lowell's accomplishments as a green community and help the city plan for a sustainable future. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, visit: www.lowellsustainabilityweek.org
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2012 Proposed Budget
 
Community PlanIt - Online Planning for Lowell's Future
Engage online with Community PlanIt during Lowell Sustainability Week and help shape the city's vision for a sustainable future! Community PlanIt is a fun and interactive, web-based tool that provides residents with a way to share their voice, vote on issues that matter to them most and help inform future policy decisions. The City of Lowell has partnered with the Engagement Game Lab at Emerson College and a variety of local organizations to bring this free, innovative new technology to the city.
Notice of Availability - Draft 2011 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
The Draft Plan will be available for review and public comment for a period of 30-days, beginning June13, 2011 and ending July 13, 2011. All written comments received will be included in the Final Plan sent to HUD along with the City’s responses.
Bike Tour Passport
 
Come out for the Lowell Sustainability Week Citywide Bike Tour this Saturday, June 25th!
Plant a tree, take a bike helmet hard hat tour of UTEC's soon-to-be Green Education Center, browse the recycled fashions at the Revolving Museum's Dirty Dog Exchange, learn firsthand about energy efficiency improvements you can make in your home, and much more!
Lights On, Crime Off Campaign
Leaving an Outdoor Light On Overnight Helps REDUCE CRIME and costs approximately 7 cents.
FY2012 Adopted Budget
 
City of Lowell Fiscal Year 2012 Adopted Budget
The City of Lowell's Fiscal Year 2012 Adopted Budget is now available for download from the City's website.
Envisioning A Sustainable Lowell
Join us for a presentation on Lowell's Past accomplishments and present efforts to build a citywide vision for sustainable development. The presentation will be held June 20th from 6pm - 7:30pm at the Lowell Senior Center.
Let Your Voice Be Heard - Public Visioning Sessions
The update to the city's Comprehensive Master Plan is well underway. This summer, as part of the public outreach component of the update, the Department of Planning and Development will host a series of five public visioning sessions to collect input from the community and help inform the city's vision for the future. All meetings will take place at the Lowell Senior Center from 6-8:30 PM.
Request For Proposal - Section 8 Project Based Assistance Housing
The Lowell Housing Authority, the awarding agency, is seeking sealed proposals for Section 8 Project Based Assistance housing, as specified in RFP 2011-4. Proposal specifications will be available for pick-up at 350 Moody Street, Lowell, Massachusetts 01853 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday, beginning on July 15, 2011.
Commemorating the 10th Anniversary - 9/11/2001 - Honoring Local Men & Women in Uniform
Since September 11, 2001, over 3 million Americans have gone to Iraq and Afghanistan to help protect our nation.
Lowell Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Program (REEL)
Have you been dreaming of lowering your energy bills, getting a more efficient furnace or weatherizing your home? Don’t really know where to start? Right now, you have an opportunity to save money and improve your home. And it starts with a No-Cost Home Energy Assessment through Mass Save®!
Central Street Cobblestone Work
The long anticipated cobblestone work to Central Street from Market St. to Appleton St. is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, August 24th at 5:30 a.m.. As with any construction project, there is the expectation that the short-term disruption and inconvenience will result in the long-term benefit of improved travel conditions for both vehicles and pedestrians.
Commemorating the 10th Anniversary of September 11th - National Day of Service and Remembrance to be held at Lowell City Hall
The City of Lowell and Community Teamwork, Inc. Senior Corps Volunteer Program join forces to embrace the impact from that day. On September 11, 2001 our nation will never forget as we watched the World Trade Center towers fall, the Pentagon crumble, the hundreds of New York firefighters die trying to rescue those trapped, and the pride and admiration for those passengers who forced a plane down in a Pennsylvania field, knowing their lives would end at that moment.
August 24th Daily Status
 
Hurricane Safety Checklist
 
Get your Hurricane Safety Checklist
Hurricanes are strong storms that cause life- and propertythreatening hazards such as flooding, stormsurge, high winds and tornadoes. Preparation is the best protection against the dangers of a hurricane.
City Prepared for Hurricane Irene
As hurricane Irene moves closer to New England and as weather reports update here expected track, City officials are preparing for her potential arrival Saturday evening. Emergency Management staff are monitoring MEMA and FEMA reports and coordinating response efforts with public safety and public works.
Shift Your Business Into High Gear!
FREE Best Retail Practices Workshop Wednesday, September 28th, 6pm - 8pm at the MCC Morse Federal Building.
Public Notice - Deck Construction on the Broadway bridge over the Pawtucket Canal
Broadway Street, between Walker Street and School Street, will be closed to eastbound vehicular traffic from Wednesday, September 28, 2011, through Friday, December 23, 2011 for bridge repairs.
Sustainability Snapshots Photography Contest - Vote for Your Favorite Photo
Entries are in for the Sustainability Snapshots Competition. Vote for your favorite submissions by liking the photos in the Sustainability Snapshots Contest Voting album on the City of Lowell's Facebook page!
Baystate Marathon
The Baystate Marathon, hosted by the Greater Lowell Road Runners, will occur on Sunday, October 16, 2011 - 8:00am @ the Tsongas Center. More information can be found at www.baystatemarathon.com.
Central Street Cobblestone Work Update
The next phase of the cobblestone project on Central Street from Market St. to Appleton St. is on schedule for Saturday, October 22nd at 5:30 a.m. This part of the project consists of paving the area that was milled on the 11th and will take most of the day. During this phase, there will be no traffic allowed in the area. Detours around the area will be designated with signage and police details will be on site to assist with traffic flow.
Snow Emergency Parking Ban
 
Post-Storm Operations
Following this weekend’s freak mid-fall snowstorm, City officials have put in place sheltering and debris removal plans.
Lowell Launches Neighborhood Innovation Grant Program
Want to improve your neighborhood? Funding is available to put your ideas into action. The Neighborhood Innovation Grant Program, administered by the Department of Planning and Development, provides seed funding of up to $1,500 for collaborative, community-driven neighborhood improvement projects.
Sustainability Snapshots Contest Awards Announced
The City of Lowell congratulates six award winners, who submitted their own photographs to the Sustainability Snapshots Contest.
Notice of Public Hearing and RFP Availability for the FY 2012-2013 Annual Action Plan
The City of Lowell Division of Planning and Development will hold Public Hearing #1 on Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 6:00 PM at the Lowell Senior Center, 276 Broadway Street, to help prepare the Annual Action Plan for FY 2012-2013.
Lowell Green Restaurant Committee – Call for Members!
WANTED: Green-minded professionals to launch the Lowell Green Restaurant Certification Program.
Apply for a Green Building Excellence Award!
The Green Building Commission is now accepting applications for its 2011 Green Building Excellence Awards. The submission deadline is January 9th.
Master Plan Public Opinion Report Now Available Online
Please visit the Master Plan Update website to view the Final Public Opinion Report, which summarizes much of the work that has been accomplished thus far in Lowell's Master Planning process and which provides an overview and analysis of the data that has been collected over the past year through a telephone survey, visioning sessions, and an online participatory planning tool, Community PlanIt.
Register Now for Lowell's Workshop on Complete Streets - Jan 25th, 6:30 PM
Complete streets are designed for everyone (bicycles, pedestrians, buses, and cars) and are therefore an important element in urban livability. Baystate Roads is pleased to offer a 3-hour introductory workshop on Complete Streets on Jan. 25 at 6:30 PM at the Early Garage on Middlesex Street. This training will define Complete Streets, communicate the transportation, public health and environmental benefits and discuss implementation strategies.
Community Workshop
The first Community Workshop for the Tanner Street District Economic Development Plan is scheduled for Monday, January 23, 2012 at 6:00PM at the LRTA Building - 100 Hale Street.
Notice of Amendment to Annual Action Plan
The City of Lowell is amending its 2010-2015 Consolidated Plan and its FY 2011-12 Annual Action Plan as follows: Unexpended prior year CDBG funds in the amount of $273,523.05 will reimburse the City’s HOME program, per federal requirements, for costs associated with the acquisition of property at 391 Pawtucket Street. This property will be sold and maintained as a CDBG-eligible public facility for a period of no less than five years and will eventually be redeveloped into affordable housing.
Notice of Amendment to Annual Action Plan
The City of Lowell is amending its 2010-2015 Consolidated Plan and its 2011-12 Annual Action Plan