Two years after the Board of Selectmen refused to reappoint Michael Weishan to the Historical Commission, the board voted to reappoint him. Read the full article → from Weishan reappointed to Historical Commission after forced absence
Government
Town flagpole issue still unresolved; BOS asking Town Counsel to get involved
This week, selectmen were again asked to address the flagless flagpole at the Town House. Read the full article → from Town flagpole issue still unresolved; BOS asking Town Counsel to get involved
Why flags are at half staff: September 11, 2020
Today is Patriots Day, National Day of Service and Remembrance of the attacks of September 11, 2001. As every year, flags in Southborough and across the country will fly at half staff from sunrise to sunset for the National Day of Service and Remembrance. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: September 11, 2020
Board of Selectmen post FY21 Goals for public tracking
As promised, the Board of Selectmen have implemented a new structure to allow public tracking of their annual goals. Read the full article → from Board of Selectmen post FY21 Goals for public tracking
Qualified businesses with 5 or less employees can apply for up to $10K in grants now through Sept 25
The grant application window opened this week. Read the full article → from Qualified businesses with 5 or less employees can apply for up to $10K in grants now through Sept 25
The week in government: BOS tonight; Conservation Park Central decision on Thursday (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: BOS tonight; Conservation Park Central decision on Thursday (Updated)
Why flags will be at half staff: Saturday, September 5, 2020
Under orders from Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker they will be lowered again tomorrow, Saturday, September 5, 2020 in honor of U.S. Army Sergeant Elder Fernandes. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: Saturday, September 5, 2020
Capital Planning: Seeking feedback on desired “capital improvements”; Looking at waste disposal
This week, I received two requests to share information with readers about work being done by the Capital Planning Committee. So, I’m combining them. Read the full article → from Capital Planning: Seeking feedback on desired “capital improvements”; Looking at waste disposal
Why flags are at half staff: Friday, September 4, 2020
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff until sunset today, Friday, September 4, 2020 in honor of SGT Brandon Wieland, of Holliston, MA, who passed on August 24, 2020. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: Friday, September 4, 2020
How Southborough Voted in the State Primary
They may not have gotten "I voted" stickers this year, but many registered Southborough voters earned one.
I received the unofficial results of the Tuesday primary are in for our Town. Here’s a look at how Southborough voted. Read the full article → from How Southborough Voted in the State Primary
New property assessments: Ask questions through Sept 4th
The Board of Assessors has posted their preliminary property revaluations. Since the board has been working on a major project to reevaluate properties in town, it warrants taking a look before assessments become official. Read the full article → from New property assessments: Ask questions through Sept 4th
Primary Day: Where to vote and who is running
The State Primary is today, Tuesday, September 1st. If you haven’t voted yet, the time is now. Read the full article → from Primary Day: Where to vote and who is running
The week in government
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
Rotary’s Project Spirit: Volunteer to assist with the elections
Volunteers are sought for next Tuesday, and eventually for the upcoming Presidential Election. Read the full article → from Rotary’s Project Spirit: Volunteer to assist with the elections