This letter to the editor from Michael Weishan pushes for five things the Select Board should immediately do related to management of the Department of Public Works and the St. Mark’s Street and park project. Read the full article → from Letter: To Select Board on DPW Management
Government
SFD and Public Health issue info on respiratory illnesses impacting children
Above: The Town issued guidance information on respiratory illnesses in children, including a video featuring an Epidemiologist and a BOH member discussing RSV. (image from video) With a rise in respiratory illnesses in the state, including 4 children transported by the Southborough Fire Dept to the hospital in the past 2 months, the SFD and Public Read the full article → from SFD and Public Health issue info on respiratory illnesses impacting children
The week in government
Select Board to vote on reducing Parkerville Road North speed limit and consider using ARPA funds for Police Body Cams; Regional School Committee to vote on filling vacancy
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
Telehealth access for those who test positive for Covid
The state has launched a new hotline and online portal for people who have tested positive for Covid-19. The intent is to inform those who qualify and may benefit from being treated with treatment with Paxlovid. Read the full article → from Telehealth access for those who test positive for Covid
Update on Hopkinton-MWRA connection request
The Select Board is trying to work out a Letter of Intent with Hopkinton to explore next steps, including an independent review of the proposal to help Hopkinton access safe tap water.
As the Select Board pursues a letter of Intent with Hopkinton to take the next steps on the potential project, and FAQs are posted for the public, it’s time for an update. Read the full article → from Update on Hopkinton-MWRA connection request
SPD to adopt body cams next year
A state grant came through that will help Southborough Police purchase body-worn cameras cameras. Implementation is expected in early 2023.
A state grant will help the Southborough Police Department purchase body-worn cameras. I followed up to get more details. Read the full article → from SPD to adopt body cams next year
Downtown business owners displeased with reconstruction project
This month, owners of downtown Southborough businesses owners vented their displeasure to Town officials about the process and results of downtown roadwork. Read the full article → from Downtown business owners displeased with reconstruction project
School Committee policy changes
This is the period during which the public can comment about any concerns they have with policies being considered by the school committees for adoption or revision. Read the full article → from School Committee policy changes
The week in government (Updated)
Planning Board, School Committe and more
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government (Updated)
AG’s office strikes language from PILOT Committee Article
The state approved a revised version of a Town Meeting's approved bylaw change. Changes were made to avoid infringing on the Select Board's Executive Authority.
The Attorney General has approved a revised version of the Pilot Committee bylaw voters passed at the May Annual Town Meeting. The AG’s office determined that as originally written, two sections within the bylaw would have unlawfully impinged on the Select Board’s executive authority. Read the full article → from AG’s office strikes language from PILOT Committee Article
Winter parking ban is in effect through March 15th
No parking on the street overnight (or during snowstorms or "ice events").
The annual winter parking ban was approved last night. Read the full article → from Winter parking ban is in effect through March 15th
Former School Committee member appointed for 5 month term
The School Committee and Select Board appointed Jessica Devine, partially based on her promise to not run in the spring election.
Last night, the Southborough School Committee and Select Board appointed one of three candidates for the vacant School Committee seat with a five month term. Read the full article → from Former School Committee member appointed for 5 month term
Narcan Training – December 13
The Greater Boroughs Partnership for Public Health is offering free training for using a drug to reverse opiod overdoses
The Greater Boroughs Partnership for Health* is providing a free Narcan Training session a week from tonight. Read the full article → from Narcan Training – December 13
“Fill a Cruiser” for the Food Pantry – Sunday
The Southborough Police Association is holding its 2nd annual collection drive for the Food Pantry before the holidays
In the spirit of the holidays, the Southborough Police are hoping the community will help them donate a carload (or more) of items for residents in need. Read the full article → from “Fill a Cruiser” for the Food Pantry – Sunday