You've just been handed a WaterFront Property in Medway, MA!

If you're a citizen of Medway, Ma, it's your lucky day. Well actually it's been your lucky day and somehow it slipped by your notice. It's not totally your fault, when you're handed a waterfront property that is plastered with "Keep Out", or "No Trespassing", you're not likely to feel too welcome.

In 2004, the Town purchased a 3 acre property abutting our town park,Choate Park. The property had some historic significance, the home of the Thayer family in the early 1800's. This family owned the mill across the street and was responsible for building the dam at Choate Park which provided the power needed for the mill (and create the pond at Choate Park). Why did the town feel it necessary to buy this property? It's historical significance certainly played into it but also how often does a town have the opportunity to add to their current park area with a pristine property such as this?

If you haven't walked the Thayer Homestead,Choate Park, Medway Ma do it now! It's easy to find. And YES you're welcome. If you're a resident of Medway, it's YOURS to use. Don't miss the opportunity. It's true the buildings are not available to the public as of yet (which is why the need for the no trespassing signs) but the land is there to enjoy. I hope you clicked on the Thayer Homestead at Choate Park,Medway,Ma link above to take a look at the property.

Now - here's what I ask of you. Medway is about to make a commitment to how the Thayer Homestead should be used in the future. I need you to consider some possible uses for the property and write your comments here. You may not know but Medway is about to celebrate its 300th birthday in just 3 years. We hope to have The Thayer Homestead at Choate Park ready for that major event in our town. We're looking for your ideas for the future use of the Thayer Homestead. Citizens of Medway - Be Heard!