Deal on Fernald Center in Waltham a Possibility, Officials Say
City Councillor Tom Stanley recently talked about how the city could acquire the Fernald Center.
While details have yet to unfold, a possible deal for the former Fernald Center has emerged, according to City Councillor Tom Stanley. According to Stanley, under an idea recently generated among state and city officials, Waltham could take ownership of the site through a “sale/partnership” for a “fair market” price. Under the plan, state lawmakers would have to approve special legislation to sell the land to the city, Stanley said. The facility, located on Trapelo Road, provides services to developmentally-disabled individuals. The state decided to close the Walter E. Fernald Development Center in 2008, but the center remained open after residents filed appeals against being transferred to other facilities, according to the Boston Globe. …
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David Thomas
10:16 pm on Sunday, March 3, 2013
There is a proposal for a small portion of the property as Homes for Veterans. Some homes will be modified for our most vulnerable veterans our Wounded Warriors. The veterans will gain opportunity for employment as well as the ability to purchase at affordable housing prices. We are talking a limited area to develop ranch style 2 bedroom 1.5 baths singles in a small community setting. Our … more ›