After initial Southborough K-8 student projections were questioned, NSBORO’s consultant adjusted it algorithms, resulting in a very different outlook for enrollments. Read the full article → from Consultant revises K-8 projections to show declining student enrollment over this decade
Government
Southborough partnering on Vaccine Clinic for ages 75+ (including homebound patients) starting Friday
The Town just posted important news about a Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic. Southborough seniors ages 75 or older (and anyone who was eligible under Phase 1 of the state’s rollout) are eligible. According to the announcement, special appointments are even available to qualified homebound seniors. Read the full article → from Southborough partnering on Vaccine Clinic for ages 75+ (including homebound patients) starting Friday
Acceler-8 I-90 Bridge Replacements meeting tonight; presentation preview posted
The state posted the presentation for tonight’s info session. Read the full article → from Acceler-8 I-90 Bridge Replacements meeting tonight; presentation preview posted
Covid Update: Downward trend continuing in Town and NSBORO schools
The latest information from the Town and Schools. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Downward trend continuing in Town and NSBORO schools
The week in government: Planning Board, School Committee and more (Updated)
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, School Committee and more (Updated)
Downtown Initiative update: Selectmen holding forum Feb 16 on proposed zoning changes
At Annual Town Meeting, voters will be asked to adopt zoning changes proposed to revitalize the Downtown area. Here’s an update on the Town’s efforts. Read the full article → from Downtown Initiative update: Selectmen holding forum Feb 16 on proposed zoning changes
Covid Update: 14 day numbers trending down
With updated Covid data from the state and the Town, it’s time for a quick update. Read the full article → from Covid Update: 14 day numbers trending down
Town releases unredacted minutes related to employee misuse of Town credit card
As I previously shared, a resident has been seeking information on the Town’s handling of an alleged theft by a Southborough Recreation employee in 2019. More details are now available to the public. Read the full article → from Town releases unredacted minutes related to employee misuse of Town credit card
Selectmen to hold biweekly virtual Office Hours
Selectmen currently plan to hold office hours on the weeks that the Board isn’t holding a meeting. Read the full article → from Selectmen to hold biweekly virtual Office Hours
Sign up to be notified of “Phase 2” Covid-19 vaccine clinics in/near Southborough
The Town is offering a way for eligible residents under Phase 2 of the Mass Covid-19 Vaccine rollout to be notified of clinics opening in Southborough or surrounding towns.
Top priority is residents aged 75+, but future phase 2 groups can also sign up. Read the full article → from Sign up to be notified of “Phase 2” Covid-19 vaccine clinics in/near Southborough
Over $1M in state authorizations/grants for “Southborough History Walk”, shared streets, Commuter Rail parking, and wastewater treatment
On Friday, Southborough announced state funding of a “Shared Winter Streets and Spaces” grant award. While I’m sharing that, I’m also including recent news about other state funding authorizations for our Town. Read the full article → from Over $1M in state authorizations/grants for “Southborough History Walk”, shared streets, Commuter Rail parking, and wastewater treatment
SYFS announces new Mental Health referral service
Thanks to a grant from the Southborough Community Fund, Southborough Youth & Family Services can now refer residents in need of mental health support to a free, dedicated referral service. Read the full article → from SYFS announces new Mental Health referral service
The week in government: BOS on FY20 Audit, issuing RFP for Legal Services, 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: BOS on FY20 Audit, issuing RFP for Legal Services, and more
Covid Update: 52 cases confirmed in past 2 weeks; 354 cumulative
With updated Covid data from the state and the Town, it’s time for a quick update. Read the full article → from Covid Update: 52 cases confirmed in past 2 weeks; 354 cumulative