The Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee of Norton has developed a comprehensive Hazard Mitigation Plan that identifies and prioritizes strategies to mitigate the impacts of natural hazards and climate change on our community.
Engage with the Draft Plan:
• Online Access: Visit the Town’s website at https://www.nortonma.org/ to review the draft plan.
• In-Person Review: Hard copies are available for review at the Town Hall located at 70 East Main Street, Norton, MA 02766, the Fire Department, and the Council on Aging.
Commentary Period: April 15, 2024 – April 29, 2024
To provide Feedback fill out the form HERE.
Norton’s Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee has developed this plan as a strategy for our Town against existing and future natural hazard threats and the evolving challenges posed by climate change. Implementation of this plan will significantly enhance our resilience to hazards such as flooding, snowstorms, high winds, and extreme temperatures.
To view the Mitigation Plan click HERE.
Town officials and local stakeholders developed this plan with funding support from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approval, and Town adoption, of the Hazard Mitigation Plan allows the Town to pursue pre- and post-disaster hazard mitigation grant opportunities.
For Further Inquiries:
• Shawn Simmons, Chief of Norton Fire Department
• Phone: 508-285-0249
• Email: simmonss@nortonfire.com
Public engagement lies at the core of our Hazard Mitigation Plan. It is imperative that this plan reflects the diverse perspectives and priorities of our community members as we move to mitigate risks posed by natural hazards and climate change.
The Town looks forward to a collaborative effort in building a resilient and secure future!
