Candidates Night 2026

Select Board candidates answered questions about controlling rising taxes, commercial development impacts, increasing voter engagement, affordable housing and more

In this Tuesday’s election, voters will choose between the three residents running for two seats on Southborough’s Select Board. Last week, the candidates spoke to voters and fielded questions at a public forum. 

While I encourage readers to watch Southborough Access Media’s video and form their own impressions, I know many won’t. So, here are my highlights from the annual Candidates Night. Read the full article → from Candidates Night 2026

Applicant selected to conduct Neary reno Feasibility Study

On Tuesday, the Select Board approved a key stage for studying renovation options for the grades 4-5 school building.

The board awarded the bid to a new consultant to conduct the feasibility study and create schematic designs. (That vote is contingent on successfully negotiating a contract.) Read the full article → from Applicant selected to conduct Neary reno Feasibility Study

Economic Development Update: Select Board de-invested in EDC

After letting the EDC and Coordinator fall to the wayside, Chair touted that Costco development happened "organically". (Plus, other economic news.)

After years of touting the importance of investing in Economic Development, and recently convincing voters to invest more, the Select Board didn’t invest the fundallowed the committee and department to fall quietly by the wayside.

I’m detailing that, along with other economic development news. Read the full article → from Economic Development Update: Select Board de-invested in EDC

May 12th Town Election: What & Who is on the Ballot (Updated)

Learn about the Ballot Questions (on school roofs, roads, and sidewalks), the competing candidates, and other key details.

The Annual Town Election takes place a week from today. Here’s an overview of what you need to know to prepare to vote. Read the full article → from May 12th Town Election: What & Who is on the Ballot (Updated)

Reminder: Candidates Night is this Wednesday

Attend the Q&A for candidates competing for Select Board. (Plus, other election details and reminders.)

The annual forum to get to know the candidates running for contested positions is a week from tonight. It allows residents to essentially take part in the job interview for seats on one of the most powerful boards in the executive branch of our Town government.

Three candidates are vying for two seats on the Select Board.

As usual, the event will include a meet and greet followed by a moderated Q&A hosted by the Trustees of the Southborough Library.  Read the full article → from Reminder: Candidates Night is this Wednesday

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