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NEW RESIDENT INFORMATION
Welcome to the Town of Randolph! We are happy you have chosen to make your home here. Randolph is the most diverse town on the South Shore and its perfect geographical location makes it attractive to commuters. We are centrally located, just fifteen miles south of Boston and with easy access to points north and south.
Randolph is 10.50 square miles. Part of the Boston Metropolitan area, the town is situated in the hilly terrain of Norfolk County, east central Massachusetts at an average elevation of 172 feet above sea level. This area, well-watered by many streams, ponds, and the Cochato River, is within 20 miles of Massachusetts Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Originally part of Braintree, the South Precinct (a place the Native Americans called Cochato) split off and was incorporated in 1793. The town was named in honor of Peyton Randolph (1721-1775), a wealthy Virginia patriot and first president of the Continental Congress in 1774. Known for its boot and shoe industry, nearly two-thirds of Randolph workers were employed in the making of shoes and boots. This industry continued well into the twentieth century until it
ended with the closing of the last footwear producer, Randolph Manufacturing Company, also known as Randy’s. The pictorial history “Beneath the Elms” written by Town Historian Henry M. Cooke IV for the 200th anniversary of the town gives residents an excellent view of the Randolph of long ago.
Modern day Randolph offers a variety of home styles, businesses, and industry. The commuter rail stops at the Randolph-Holbrook station on its way to South Station and the MBTA bus system operates buses to the station and throughout the town. The Amtrak commuter rail from Rte. 128 is only seven miles away. Logan International Airport in Boston and T.F. Green Airport in Providence are less than 45 minutes from Randolph. We have an active group of residents who volunteer on several boards, committees, commissions, and PTO’s. We also have an involved Chamber of Commerce as well as several veterans, fraternal, and service organizations.
Our annual Night Before the Fourth parade, and the spectacular fireworks display sponsored by the Randolph Firefighters, are well known in this area.
Randolph is a great place in which to live and work and do business, and we hope you stay for many, many years.
The following list will help you with some frequently asked questions:
Ambulance Service
The town operates its own ambulance service staffed with paramedics and EMT’s. For emergencies only dial 911. For non-emergencies, call the Fire Department at 781-961-0992, or email firedepartment@randolph-ma.gov.
Birth, Death, Marriage Licenses and Certificates
Building/Wiring/Plumbing & Gas permits
Cable Television
Cable television is provided by Comcast. Cable can be ordered by calling Customer Service at 888-633-4266, or log onto www.comcast.com.
Child Care Providers
The Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care provides a list of state-licensed child care providers in Randolph. Log onto www.mass.gov.
Dog Licenses
All dogs six months and older that reside in the Town of Randolph must be registered at the Town Clerk/Registrar’s Office. To register you must have a valid rabies certificate. The fee for a spayed/neutered dog is $15.00; otherwise the fee is $20.00. Registrations are on a calendar year basis starting on January 1st of each year. We also include a mail-in registration form in your annual census (which is mailed the last week of December). Contact Animal Control at 781-961-0946, or email sslavinsky@randolph-ma.gov.
Drivers License/Vehicle Registration
The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles is responsible for issuing driver’s licenses and registering motor vehicles. Nearby Registry offices are located in Quincy and Brockton. FAQ’s and other information can be obtained by logging onto the State’s website, www.mass.gov.
Electricity
National Grid provides electric service to Randolph. Call customer service at 800-322-3223, or visit www.masselectric.com.
Fire Department
The Randolph Fire Department operates two stations – Central Station at Memorial Parkway, next to the Randolph High School, and Station 2 located in North Randolph, next to IHOP. For emergencies only dial 911. For all non-emergencies call 781-961-0992, or email firedepartment@randolph-ma.gov.
Hospitals
There are several area hospitals – Milton Hospital located in Milton, Good Samaritan Hospital located in Brockton, Quincy City Hospital in Quincy, and South Shore Hospital in Weymouth.
Library
The Turner Free Library is located at 2 North Main Street on the corner of Memorial Parkway. Library hours are: Tue. - 9 AM - 5 PM, Wed. - 9 AM - 5 PM, Thu. - 9 AM - 5 PM, Fri. – 9 AM - 5 PM, Sat. - 9 AM - 5 PM. The Library is closed on Sunday and Monday. The Library is connected to the Old Colony Library Network. To renew your books or to search the Online Catalogue for the Old Colony Library Network, click here http://www.ocln.org. The Library has Internet access for residents. For more information, call 781-961-0932, or email library@randolph-ma.gov.
Newspapers
Randolph is covered by two newspapers – Quincy Patriot Ledger and the Brockton Enterprise. The Randolph Moneysaver is delivered free to every home in Randolph every Wednesday. The Randolph Herald is available free at numerous businesses.
Parking Ban
It shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle other than one acting in an emergency to park said vehicle on any street for a period of time longer than one (1) hour between the hours of 2:00 AM and 6:00 AM of any day (Enforcement: Police Department 781-961-0960).
Police Department
The Randolph Police Department is located at 41A South Main Street, in the same building as the Town Hall offices. For emergencies only call 911. For non-emergencies call 781-961-0960, or email police@randolph-ma.gov.
Post Office
The Post Office is on Thomas Patten Drive, which is located opposite the Showcase Cinema on Mazzeo Drive.
Property Valuation
Properties are valued for tax purposes by the Board of Assessors who can be reached by calling 781-961-0906 or by email assessors@randolph-ma.gov.
Public Meetings
The Town of Randolph holds a variety of public meetings throughout the year by the Board of Selectmen, School Committee, Board of Assessors, Board of Health, Department of Public Works, Conservation Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Design Review Board, and Council on Aging and many others. Meetings are posted at the Town Clerk’s office, and are on the meeting calendar located in this site.
Recreation
The Board of Recreation operates the Joseph J. Zapustas Skating Rink as well as the swimming pool located within the Randolph High School. For more information about bus trips, classes, the summer concert schedule, summer playground, and other activities, call 781-961-0936, or email recreation@randolph-ma.gov.
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Restaurants and Lodging
Randolph has many fine restaurants and one hotel. See the “For Visitors” section of this site.
Schools
Randolph has one High School, one Middle School, 4 elementary schools, and one kindergarten. The School Administration office is located at 40 Highland Avenue at the corner of Memorial Parkway. Contact them at 781-961-6204, or log onto their site at www.randolph.mec.edu.
In addition, Randolph students make up the largest population of Blue Hills Regional Technical School in Canton, Mass. For information, contact Blue Hills Regional at 781-828-5800, or log onto their site at www.bluehills.org.
Senior Center
The Senior Center is located on Fencourt Avenue off of Union Street (Rt. 139). The Council on Aging conducts their meetings here. Seniors participate in many activities held at the Center. Hours are 8:30 AM 4:30 PM. For more information, call 781-961-0930, or email elderaffairs@randolph-ma.gov.
Snow plowing
Snow plowing is provided by the Department of Public Works on town roads. For more information, contact the DPW office at 781-961-0940 or email dpw@randolph-ma.gov.
Telephone
Verizon provides telephone service to the town. Call customer service at 800-870-9999, or visit www.verizon.com.
Town Hall
The Town Hall is located at 41 South Main Street. The Board of Selectmen/Executive Secretary’s office is located on the second floor. The following departments are located at 1 Turner Lane, directly behind Central Fire Station: Building, Wiring, Plumbing & Gas, Board of Health, and Youth/Recreation. Town offices are open Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The Town Clerk’s office stays open until 7:00 PM on Mondays.
Town of Randolph Payments
Motor vehicle excise tax bills are issued annually. Real estate tax bills are issued twice annually, payable quarterly. Water/Sewer bills are issued twice annually. To pay bills on-line, log onto www.kelleyryan.com. For more information, contact the Tax Collector’s office at 781-961-0913, or email collector@randolph-ma.gov.
Trash/Recycling
The Board of Health administers this department. Trash is picked up curbside weekly. Recyclables are picked up every other week. If you have any white goods (refrigerators, washers, water heaters, etc.) for pick-up, contact BFI directly to schedule at 800-244-4234. For more information, contact the Board of Health office at 781-961-0924, or email health@randolph-ma.gov.
Vehicle Storage
The outdoor storage of more than one (1) unlicensed or unregistered vehicles or any junk motor vehicle is prohibited. The penalty for violations shall be $50 each day on which the violation exists/continues. (Enforcement: Board of Selectmen 781-961-0911 and Police Department 781-961-0960).
Veterans
Veterans Services operates out of the Senior Center. Contact Veterans Agent James H. Campbell, Sr. at 781-961-0930, or email jcampbell@randolph-ma.gov.
Water & Sewer
Water and sewer services are maintained by the Department of Public Works. Call 781-961-0940 or email dpw@randolph-ma.gov.
Yard Sales
Residents may hold up to three (3) yard sales on any one (1) residential premise in each calendar year, and any such sale shall not continue for more than two (2) consecutive days. Yard sales shall not be conducted before 8:00 AM or after sunset. A permit is required from the Chief of Police. The Police Department is located in the same building as the town offices at 41 South Main Street, or call 781-961-0960, or email police@randolph-ma.gov.
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