Shrewsbury Dept. Of Public Works Is Holding A Logo Contest

SHREWSBURY, MA — The Department of Public Works is holding a logo contest.

Jeff Howland, director of the DPW, said the department was established in 2018 and is seeking a cohesive logo to represent the new department.

The DPW encompasses the following departments and divisions:

• Highway
• Water & Sewer
• Parks & Recreation
• Engineering & Conservation
• Public buildings
• Solid waste & recycling
• Weights & Measures
• Business Management divisions

DPW is holding the contest because "we believe reaching out to our own community would be a great outreach opportunity to strengthen our bond with our residents," Howland said.

The contest is open to all high school-aged Shrewsbury residents regardless of where they attend school.

"We are actively engaging our future generation to encourage relevance and interest in our work," Howland said.

Designs must be submitted no later than Sept. 30. The winner will receive $500 and be acknowledged at a Board of Selectmen meeting.

Contest rules include:

• Must include the words "Town of Shrewsbury Public Works"
• Must reflect the work conducted by and the values of the DPW
• Must be original work
• Can include any colors
• Can be created using any medium (pencil, crayon, paint, computer-drawing program)
• Needs to be simple, not overly detailed
• Must be appropriate for professional business setting

Or contact dpwsupport@shrewsburyma.gov or 508-841-8502.