Town manager announces pay-as-you-throw program launching in July

Town Manager Kristen Lass said Westford will begin a pay-as-you-throw trash collection program in July and that households will receive a postcard in the mail with details.

"You'll also be receiving a postcard in the mail soon on our pay-as-you-throw program that will be launching in July," Lass said, adding the mailing will include information on cart delivery and how residents can check whether their household is eligible.

The postcard will instruct residents to verify their address and contact the town manager's office if they believe they are not eligible or need assistance, Lass said. The town website will also post program details and eligibility guidance ahead of the July launch.

Lass said the mailing will arrive within the next week and urged residents who have questions about cart delivery or eligibility to reach out to the town manager's office or consult the town website.

The program launch timeline, outreach postcard and the instruction to check eligibility are the steps Lass highlighted as the town moves toward implementation.