Town of Grafton Planning & Conservation Departments

02/23/2026

Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission - CMRPC is developing the Regional Vision Zero Action Plan through the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Grant Program.

As part of this effort, they are hosting an online public meeting for residents to participate and directly influence transportation planning and safety improvements The meeting for our subregion will take place on Tuesday, February 24th at 5:30 PM. You can register here: https://cmrpc.org/event/regional-safety-action-plan-public-meeting-southeast/

We also invite you to participate in and share the Central MA Regional Vision Zero Action Plan Survey, which will remain open throughout the project. Survey responses will inform local needs and strengthen coordination across the region. For more information, please visit: https://cmrpc.org/visionzero

About The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) has been awarded a regional planning and demonstration project grant to develop a Regional Vision Zero Action Plan for the 40 communities […]

02/10/2026

The Town of Grafton, MA was recently awarded a MVP 2.0 grant in the amount of $100,000 from the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) program!

This award will afford Grafton continued support in increasing climate resilience by building off the MVP 1.0 initiative implemented in 2018. MVP 2.0 utilizes an inclusive process to build climate resilience with an emphasis on social and climate justice. Community members interested in getting involved can join the Town’s efforts by emailing [email protected].

Completion of the MVP 2.0 process makes the Town eligible to receive $50,000 to implement a Seed Project. This is a short-term project lasting 9-10 months with the goal of advancing community-identified resilience priorities.

Funding will help 32 municipalities strengthen climate resilience planning with a focus on equity

02/09/2026

The Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce has many exciting events coming up over the next few months for those who do business in our region, those looking to expand, or those looking to get started! Check out upcoming events below:

1. The MA Small Business Development Center's March Office Hours: https://blackstonevalley.org/event/sbdc-office-hours-march/

2. Business Resource Open Office Hours: https://blackstonevalley.org/event/business-resource-open-office-hours-3/

3. The Multi-Chamber Business After Hours at Worcester Art Museum: https://blackstonevalley.org/event/multi-chamber-business-after-hours-at-worcester-art-museum/

02/03/2026

Check out the Town of Grafton, MA's shout out in "An Early Look at the MBTA Communities Permitting Pipeline" by Boston Indicators! We are happy to have amongst the highest number of permitted units in our MBTA Communities Overlay District, leading the Central MA region!

01/27/2026

WARNING: Permit Application Scam

The Town has received ongoing reports of permit application scams targeting municipalities and applicants across the state. Falsified emails are being sent to applicants, which claim to approve their permit request and subsequently request wired payment for an "Application Review and Approval Fee." An example of a fraudulent invoice (PDF) can be found by clicking here: https://www.grafton-ma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/18684/Scam-Invoice?bidId=

Residents and business owners should be aware of suspicious emails that do not have the typical Town of Grafton format. For example, they use ".gov," ".usa.com," or something similar. Additionally, the Town will never send an invoice asking for a wire payment as shown in the example.

If you believe you've been targeted by such a scam, make sure to notify Grafton Police Department. If you are unsure if an invoice is fraudulent, please contact the Town for assistance at 508-839-5335, or via email at [email protected].

01/15/2026

We're excited to partner with Grafton High School to further develop and showcase the talents of students like Lily! Lily will be researching alternative energy systems to help us understand how Grafton can implement similar measures locally. We're lucky to have her throughout the Spring semester!

01/06/2026

The Town of Grafton, MA is seeking interested individuals to fill vacancies on the following Boards and Committees:

Accessibility Advisory Commission
Agricultural Commission
Cable Advisory Committee
Cultural Council
Economic Development Commission
Emergency Management Agency
Facilities Assessment Committee
Historic District Commission
Historical Commission
Recreation Commission
Trustees of Soldiers & Sailors Memorials
Veterans Advisory Committee

If you are interested in serving, please email [email protected], submit a Citizen Activity Form, or send a letter of interest to the Town Administrator’s Office at 30 Providence Road, Grafton, MA 01519.

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." — Margaret Mead

12/01/2025

Check out the Town of Grafton, MA Affordable Housing Trust's Housing Forum page: https://www.grafton-ma.gov/1342/Affordable-Housing-Forum---Fall-2025

The page contains the speaker presentations, event recording, and more for all to access! Thank you again to the Trust members, attendees, speakers, Community Barn staff, and all the folks who came together to make the event a success! We look forward to seeing you at the next one!

The Affordable Housing Trust held a forum on November 6, 2025 to offer residents an opportunity to learn what affordable housing really means, why it matters for Grafton, and how it supports a thriving, inclusive community.

11/10/2025

WARNING: Permit Application Scam

There have been reports of permit application scams targeting municipalities and applicants across the state. Falsified emails are being sent to applicants, which claim to approve their permit request and subsequently request wired payment for an "Application Review and Approval Fee." Be aware of suspicious emails that do not have the typical Town of Grafton, MA format. For example, they use ".gov," ".usa.com," or something similar.

If you believe you've been targeted by such a scam, make sure to notify Grafton Police Department - Massachusetts. Please also notify us via email at [email protected].

11/06/2025

TONIGHT! The Town of Grafton, MA Affordable Housing Trust is hosting an Affordable Housing Forum at the Community Barn!

Doors open at 6:30pm for networking. Presentations begin at 7:00pm, including from the Massachusetts Housing Partnership and Citizens Housing and Planning Association, followed by a Q&A session!

This is an opportunity to get informed, ask questions, and understand the role affordable housing plays in shaping the Town's future. Refreshments will be provided! Please register through the link below. See you there!

Learn what affordable housing really means, why it matters for Grafton, and how it supports a thriving, inclusive community.

11/06/2025

Thank you to the Town of Grafton, MA EDC members, business owners, staff, and Kevin Kuros of the MA Office of Business Development for hosting and attending the EDC's Fall Business Meeting last night at the Grafton Public Library!

We had a productive conversation about how the Town and state can support businesses looking to locate, scale, and prosper in Grafton, and available resources to support workforce development, job creation, and business operations, namely the new Business Front Door platform: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/business-front-door.

Couldn't make it? No problem! The event will be posted by Grafton Community Television and the presentations will be posted to the EDC webpage: https://www.grafton-ma.gov/273/Economic-Development-Commission

Looking to do business in Grafton? Connect with us! We are happy to answer any questions and connect you with the latest tools, resources, and information to help you thrive! Please email [email protected] for more information!

Whether you are looking to expand your business or open a new one we are here to help you.