Update on Southborough and NSBORO Covid-19 figures and news. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Third Southborough death reported
Government
The week in government: Planning Board and BOS hearings on zoning
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: Planning Board and BOS hearings on zoning
Selectmen to address concerns on Downtown zoning (including criticized map) – Tuesday
The Board of Selectmen has scheduled another forum on the proposed Downtown District zoning for Tuesday. This one is listed as a public hearing. Unlike their previous forum, the Board’s zoning consultants will be available to answer questions and provide clarity. Read the full article → from Selectmen to address concerns on Downtown zoning (including criticized map) – Tuesday
Covid Update: Over ½ of residents 50+ yrs old at least partially vaccinated
While the recent Covid-19 figures are up, last night’s report from the Mass Dept of Public Health kept Southborough in yellow for the second week. The state also reported details on vaccination rates for residents. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Over ½ of residents 50+ yrs old at least partially vaccinated
Southborough job listings: Town seeking temp clerical assistants for Covid Vaccine Clinic
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough job listings: Town seeking temp clerical assistants for Covid Vaccine Clinic
Park Central Update: Testimony wrapped up; Final argument schedule TBD
Today, was the final day of testimony in a trial over the Park Central 40B project. Read the full article → from Park Central Update: Testimony wrapped up; Final argument schedule TBD
Covid Update: Southborough cases up
With the Town updating its figures today and the school administration publishing its weekly Dashboard through Sunday, it’s time for another look a the numbers. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough cases up
Election Update: Selectmen’s race between Dennington and Weishan; Shea choosing not to run (Updated)
Two candidates for the Board of Selectmen filed their paper while the incumbent announced he won’t be running. Read the full article → from Election Update: Selectmen’s race between Dennington and Weishan; Shea choosing not to run (Updated)
Judge finds for selectmen in Barron v Kolenda (but clarifies board can’t prohibit public comments solely to avoid criticism)
A memo from the court found in favor of the Town and current and former selectmen named in the lawsuit. Read the full article → from Judge finds for selectmen in Barron v Kolenda (but clarifies board can’t prohibit public comments solely to avoid criticism)
The week in government: Selectmen and Board of Health budget discussion; BOS review of ATM Warrant Articles
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: Selectmen and Board of Health budget discussion; BOS review of ATM Warrant Articles
Park Central court trial to wrap up this week
An appeal of the ZBA’s Park Central decision held over zoom is scheduled to come to a close this week. Read the full article → from Park Central court trial to wrap up this week
Vaccine Update: 74% of 65+ residents received at least one dose; Regional clinic coming soon
Today, the Town of Southborough posted new Covid-19 data. While the uptick in cases was disappointing, some new stats were quite heartening. Read the full article → from Vaccine Update: 74% of 65+ residents received at least one dose; Regional clinic coming soon
Town again offering Rent and Mortgage Assistance
The Town is renewing its Rent/Mortgage Assistance program. Read the full article → from Town again offering Rent and Mortgage Assistance
Covid Update: Southborough back in Yellow (Updated)
Last night’s report from the Mass Dept of Public Health moved Southborough back to yellow/moderate risk after only one week in green. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough back in Yellow (Updated)