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Needham Park & Rec approves DPW access for sidewalk work at Dedham Ave and South St.

Park and Recreation Commission · January 13, 2026
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Summary

The Park and Recreation Commission unanimously approved DPW access to install a sidewalk on Park & Rec land at the intersection of Dedham Avenue and South Street after reviewing a DPW plan and a motion to permit the work.

The Town of Needham Park and Recreation Commission voted unanimously on Jan. 12 to allow Department of Public Works crews to access Park and Recreation land to install a sidewalk at the intersection of Dedham Avenue and South Street.

Staff presented a rendering of the proposed work and explained that the sidewalk and pavement will occupy a portion of Park & Rec property near the boat launch on the Charles River. A motion to approve the access was made and seconded; the commission then voted in favor with no recorded dissent.

Chair and staff said DPW will coordinate schedule and impacts with the Park & Recreation Department following the commission's approval. No additional conditions or amendments were recorded in the meeting minutes.