Since I reported on the new mini-spike in confirmed cases of Covid-19 last week, three more cases have been reported. The increase in cases per week is the largest since early May. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough numbers increase, status now “Yellow” (Updated)
Government
Nominate an historic property for recognition (homes, businesses, or “other”)
The Historical Commission has announced a program to recognize preserved properties. Read the full article → from Nominate an historic property for recognition (homes, businesses, or “other”)
Trails Update: Bay Circuit and Boroughs Loop Connector reconstructed and open, and more
The Southborough Trails Committee announced a reconstructed connector to get hikers off the roads and onto trails with “stunning views”. Read the full article → from Trails Update: Bay Circuit and Boroughs Loop Connector reconstructed and open, and more
Meeting on Downtown “Village Mixed Use Zoning” bylaw – October 6
Next week, multiple Town boards will discuss status and next steps for a proposed Village Mixed Use Zoning (VMUD) bylaw. Read the full article → from Meeting on Downtown “Village Mixed Use Zoning” bylaw – October 6
Play Golf for ALS ONE – Heritage Day weekend
The Board of Selectmen and the Southborough Golf Club management company are again partnering to support ALS research and care. Read the full article → from Play Golf for ALS ONE – Heritage Day weekend
Covid Update: Four people under the age of 20 confirmed infected last week (Updated-again)
Southborough had a mini-spike in confirmed cases of Covid-19 confirmed last week. Six new cases were reported, and four of them were aged 19 or younger. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Four people under the age of 20 confirmed infected last week (Updated-again)
The week in government: Chestnut Hill Farm at Planning & Conservation; Rec on lighting projects; School Committee budget priorities
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: Chestnut Hill Farm at Planning & Conservation; Rec on lighting projects; School Committee budget priorities
Tensions between TTOR and Town over access to Chestnut Hill Farm; Conservation meeting Tuesday
Earlier this week, I shared that The Trustees of Reservations is selling tickets to Fall Fun on the Farm each Sunday through early November. It appears that the Board of Selectmen are less than thrilled with the idea. Selectmen expressed concern about reduced free access to the Chestnut Hill Farm property for Southborough residents. Public access is an issue that the Conservation Commission has also flagged. Read the full article → from Tensions between TTOR and Town over access to Chestnut Hill Farm; Conservation meeting Tuesday
The week in government: BOS, Regional School Committee 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, Regional School Committee and more
School enrollments: Remote vs Hybrid; Town to revisit projections vs building capacity
Town and school officials will study whether the Town should consider closing a school down the road. The topic prompted me to wonder how enrollment shook out this year. Read the full article → from School enrollments: Remote vs Hybrid; Town to revisit projections vs building capacity
Recreation announces no Heritage Day to be held this fall
Southborough has cancelled Heritage Day. Read the full article → from Recreation announces no Heritage Day to be held this fall
Election Update: Early Ballots expected in October
It sounds like the Town Clerk’s office has been getting a number of inquiries from anxious and/or aggravated voters. A message issued on Friday explains what’s going on with mail-in voting this fall. Read the full article → from Election Update: Early Ballots expected in October
Conservation denied Park Central application
Last Thursday, the Conservation Commission voted to deny Park Central’s Notice of Intent. Read the full article → from Conservation denied Park Central application
The week in government: Planning Board, Combined School Committees 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: Planning Board, Combined School Committees and more