Baystate Roads

Thank you to the Town of Westport, Ma. for hosting the Rivers and Roads trainings field exercises, the Town Of Pepperell for providing lunch space for participants, and Pepperell Conservation Administrator for joining Day 2 to answer questions and highlight the importance of multi-agency partnerships in conservation efforts. MassDOT and its partners recently released a new Rivers & Roads Field Guide and Training webpage: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/rivers-and-roads-training. We have additional trainings planned for August and September.

Another successful Bucket Truck Operations and Safety training event in the books!

Thank you to the Town of Franklin MA for hosting today’s class and to the Town of Medway for stepping in with a replacement truck. We appreciate everyone who participated and helped make the day a success!

We were happy to be a Bronze Sponsor at the Worcester County Highway Association Meeting today at Wachusett Mountain! The event had equipment showcases and municipal trainings, including sessions led by David Smith. It was a beautiful day to connect with new and old colleagues.

Registration is now open for this year’s Driver Skills and Safety event! Compete in the snow plow and/or loader event for some friendly competition while demonstrating teamwork, safety awareness and operating skills.
https://www.umasstransportationcenter.org/assnfe/ev.asp?ID=7228

Happy June!

Here's a quick look at the some of the fun things we have in store for the month!

See all our events here: https://newengland.apwa.org/event/

Taking a moment today to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we reflect with gratitude and respect.

As part of National Public Works Week we want to honor and remember those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

1978 – Wally Cuhna Jr., Lexington, MA Public Works
2005 – Peter Brazil, Lexington, MA Public Works
2011 – Michael J. Garofano (Father) and Michael J. Garofano Jr. (Son), Rutland, VT Public Works
2012 – Carlos Tabares, New Bedford, MA Public Works
2014 – Michael McDaniel Jr., Natick, MA Public Works
2015 – David Ridzon, Tolland, CT Public Works
2017 – Robert Cabral, Newton, MA Public Works
2017 – Warren Cowles, Longmeadow, MA
2017 – David McAdams, Newton, MA Public Works
2017 – Robert Callery, Boston, MA Public Works
2017 – David Fiske, Plainville, MA Public Works
2018 – John Doherty, Melrose, MA Public Works
2018 – Angelo Turano, Westerly, RI Public Works
2019 – Richard Macensky, Westerly, RI Public Works
2020 – Marcos A. Ruiz-Rodriguez, Lawrence, MA Public Works
2021 – Billy Troiano, Westwood, MA Public Works
2021 – Fredric Joe Brooks Jr., Village of Poultney, VT Public Works
2023 – Richard Plescia, Falmouth, MA Public Works
2024 – Andrew DiDomenico, Connecticut Department of Transportation
2024 – David Sousa, Massachusetts Department of Transportation
2024 – Mark DeCouto, Easton, MA Public Works
2025 – Andrew Porter, Rockport, MA
2025 – Jamie Nickerson, Enfield, CT Public Works

If we have unintentionally omitted any individual who lost their life in the line of duty, we sincerely apologize.

Please email Molly at [email protected] to email our chapter administrator. Share their name, year, and department with us so we can update our records and ensure their legacy is recognized.

We had a wonderful time at the APWA New England Chapter Public Works Week Luncheon, celebrating the tireless efforts of public works professionals and their partners, who keep our cities and towns safe.
This week, we recognize the invaluable contributions of these individuals; this year, we were pleased to honor several notable individuals from New England, including Regina Hackett from T2 Center at the University of Connecticut and Bill Riccio, Jr. of Newport, Rhode Island.
Congratulations, and most of all, thank you for everything you do!

Congratulations Billy!

We're so proud to announce that William Riccio, Jr., PE, will be recognized at the upcoming APWA Public Works Expo (PWX) national conference as a recipient of the Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year Award.

Read more: https://newengland.apwa.org/news-and-announcements/william-riccio-jr-newport-ri-receives-top-ten-public-works-leader-of-the-year-award/