Each time we get heavy rain, the fire department sends out crews and equipment to help residents pump out flooded basements. A new bylaw proposed by Fire Chief Joseph Mauro would charge residents who should be relying on a sump pump instead of the fire department to get out the water.

New to town meeting and want to learn how it all works? Or maybe you’re an old-timer who wants to brush up on your procedural etiquette? If so, check out an upcoming screening of the 30-minute video Town Meeting and You on the Southborough Government cable channel.