Select Board Approves DPW Fee Increases Taking Effect July 1

The Select Board has approved updated rates for Department of Public Works permit fees and fee-based trash and recycling services, with the new schedule taking effect July 1, 2026.

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Residents who use DPW fee-based services or pull certain permits should expect revised charges starting next month. The Select Board approved the updated DPW fee schedule, which covers permit fees and trash and recycling services; the town posted the notice Tuesday. Full details are available at https://www.bedfordma.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=733.

The Town Manager's Office also released the June 15, 2026 edition of the Town Manager's Report on Tuesday. Residents can read it at https://www.bedfordma.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=734.

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