The town of Southborough issued an announcement this morning Read the full article → from Gas break on Main Street
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Pine Hill connection to Aquaduct Trail
Scouts built a trail that provides greater access to hiking for Pine Hill Road residents
Thanks to a Troop 92 Eagle Scout project, residents of Pine Hill Road can safely hike to some of the biggest area trails. Read the full article → from Pine Hill connection to Aquaduct Trail
SCAC Call for new members
The Cultural Arts Council is short the required members to qualify for granting state funds for local arts
I’ve learned that the Southborough Cultural Arts Council is in desperate need for volunteers and in risk of losing funding. Read the full article → from SCAC Call for new members
The week in government
Capital Planning on roads for maintenance
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
Clarification on Transfer Station stickers for seniors
DPW clarifies that seniors who rent can also get free stickers
Public Works asked me to update and clarify for readers that seniors who rent homes in Southborough also qualify for free Transfer Station permits. Read the full article → from Clarification on Transfer Station stickers for seniors
Park Central comments extended
Comments on the 40B can be submitted by Sept 12th for inclusion in a letter to MassHousing
This afternoon, the Town announced that the comment period was extended for the Park Central 40B proposal Read the full article → from Park Central comments extended
Get your ’23 Transfer Station Stickers (Updated)
DPW clarifies that seniors who rent can also get free stickers
This year’s Transfer Station permit stickers expire in a few weeks. Starting September 15th, the 2022-2023 stickers must be “in place” in order to access the station.
Here’s what you need to know about this year’s changes. Read the full article → from Get your ’23 Transfer Station Stickers (Updated)
No Parking on Sidewalks
In response to complaints, Southborough Police are now warning about parking on sidewalks (and ticketing/towing if necessary)
The SPD has been warning drivers not to park on sidewalks, thanks to concerns raised by a resident over access issues. Read the full article → from No Parking on Sidewalks
Seeking a volunteer with UXR skills
The Town is seeking someone to volunteer several hours per month to help improve tech
The Municipal Technology Committee asked me to share their call for a User Experience Research volunteer to help the Town. Read the full article → from Seeking a volunteer with UXR skills
Select Board to discuss truck exclusions
Board to hear findings from commissioned study of Heavy Vehicle traffic in town
On Tuesday, the Select Board will hear recommendations for handling the problems caused by heavy trucks on Town roads. Based on consultant VHB’s presentation, the Board may consider swapping the truck exclusion on Route 30 for ones on five Southborough back roads – plus two more overnight exclusions. Read the full article → from Select Board to discuss truck exclusions
The week in government
Tree Removal hearings; Select Board on findings from Truck Exclusion Study; Capital on roads/sidewalks for maintenance RFP
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
Town preparing to comment on new Park Central 40B (Updated)
Public comment to MassHousing must be in by August 22nd (Sooner if you want to comment through a Town board
Since the project is starting from scratch, it is a new opportunity for the Town and public to comment to the agency on the proposal. Read the full article → from Town preparing to comment on new Park Central 40B (Updated)
Volunteer for Youth Commission
The Commission supporting Southborough Youth & Family Services is seeking to fill a vacancy
Southborough Youth and Family Services asked me to put out a call for a volunteer to serve on their oversight board, the Southborough Youth Commission. Read the full article → from Volunteer for Youth Commission
The week in government
Planning and Conservation discuss new Park Central 40B 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