Weymouth Secures $11.5 Million for Water, Sewer Work at Former Naval Air Station
WEYMOUTH — The Town of Weymouth has negotiated an $11.5 million upfront payment from the master developer of the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station to fund continued water and sewer infrastructure upgrades needed ahead of the site's redevelopment, the town announced this week. Separately, Mayor Molisse urged residents to prepare for the coming heat wave, and town officials moved to knock down rumors of a boil-water order in Weymouth.
TOWN HALL
The town has secured $11,551,500 from the SWNAS master developer to fund continued water and sewer infrastructure upgrades required ahead of redevelopment at the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station, according to a town announcement. Town officials said the money will support utility work necessary before further buildout of the site proceeds.
Mayor Molisse issued a message urging residents to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity and check on elderly neighbors as the region prepares for an upcoming stretch of heat. Separately, the town confirmed there is no boil-water order in effect in Weymouth after some residents received text alerts referencing a boil-water order issued for a neighboring community; the town said its Department of Public Works and water officials confirmed Weymouth's drinking water remains safe.
The town also flagged wildlife activity in East Weymouth, saying a known bobcat den has been identified near Hill Street and Grant Street. Officials noted attacks on humans are extremely rare but said bobcats may view cats, small dogs and other small domestic animals as potential prey. Separately, fiscal year 2027 first-quarter tax payments are due by Monday, August 3, after preliminary bills were mailed June 29.
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