class="css-justin-feature" aria-label="Trailblazers feature about Justin DeMarco" Long before Justin DeMarco became Maynard's Director of Public Works, he was a boy growing up on the same street as the Department of Public Works in Marlborough. He watched trucks and...
Week of September 21 – 27, 2026 This week’s municipal forecast calls for requests coming from all directions. Residents need answers. Departments need approvals. Consultants need documents. Coworkers need “just a second.” And someone you...
State & Local Funding Opportunities This week brings a wide range of opportunities supporting climate resilience, water infrastructure, energy efficiency, community development, conservation, public safety, and municipal planning. With several deadlines...
Former Ashland Town Manager brings an AAA-rated fiscal record, national recognition, and a fifteen-year municipal leadership career to CSS’s growing practice. Hudson, MA – Capital Strategic Solutions (CSS) is proud to announce that Michael Herbert has joined the firm...
Week of September 14 – 20, 2026 This week’s stars have aligned directly over your inbox. Somewhere in municipal government, an email is currently being written that begins: “Just following up…” You saw the first email. You remember the first...
Maintaining safe, reliable roads and bridges is one of the most important—and costly—responsibilities facing Massachusetts municipalities. With increased Chapter 90 funding available for Fiscal Year 2027, communities have an opportunity to advance critical...
