SAUGUS Vol. 27, No.5 Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe Here! C TE D O AT CAT -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 Friday, January 31, 2025 MEMORYLANERS’ MAIN MAN Notice of Intent Town fi les documents with Conservation Commission related to the proposed Stocker Field Dog Park Project By Mark E. Vogler T he Conservation Commission will soon begin its review of the potential environmental impact of the proposed Stocker Field Dog Park on the area wetlands. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree’s office announced this week that it has fi led a Notice of Intent (NOI) with the commission, which is scheduled to hold a public hearing on the project at its Feb. 12 Meeting. “This project aims to transBRINGING ON THE OLDIES: Howie Conley, organizer of the Memorylaners, a popular local group (formerly known as the Seniortones) that sings hit songs of the 50s, 60s and 70s, has no plans to retire at age 82. Please see inside for more photos and this week’s “The Advocate Asks.” (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) form existing dilapidated basketball and tennis courts into a vibrant, multi-use dog park and refl ects the town’s commitment to enhancing community spaces to benefi t residents and fully comply with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental regulations,” the town noted in a press release. “Community members are encouraged to attend a Saugus Conservation Commission public hearing next month for another opportunity to learn more about the proposed dog park and to share their feedback on the project,” it continued. “Project Overview: The dog park is proposed to utilize approximately .64 acres of the 6.35-acre open space and recreational parcel known as Stocker Field. The multi-faceted dog park area is proposed to include dedicated play spaces for large and small dogs, agility courses, shaded areas, and natural features such as trees, boulders, and grass to create a safe and enjoyable environment for both pets and their owners.” Town Manager Crabtree signed the 42-page NOI that was filed with related documents, including the proposed site plan for the dog park and the existing site plan for Stocker Field. Saugus residents and other members of the public can view the NOI by going to www.saugus-ma.gov/conservation-commission/pages/stocker-field-dog-Park-information. Copies of the documentation are also available for inspection at the Saugus DOG PARK | SEE PAGE 2 MARCHETTI CORP. 46 Years of Excellence!! 1978-2024 aded $2.839 Reg $2 2 839 MidUnleaded $3.379 Super $3.479 Diesel Fuel $3.539 Hours: Monday thru Friday 6 AM to 7 PM / Saturdays 7 AM to 5 PM / Sundays 9 AM to 5 PM Kerosene Available! HEATING O L IL ULS $4.759 $3.29 9 DEF Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! 24-Hour Burner Service Open an account and order online at: FLEET Prices subject to change
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