Since this often comes up this time of year, I’m confirming that the Transfer Station is closed both on Thanksgiving and the day after. Read the full article → from Transfer Station closed Thanksgiving and Friday
Government
The week in government: BOS and other boards on draft Downtown Village Mixed Use 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: BOS and other boards on draft Downtown Village Mixed Use zoning
Covid Update: Cases rising
There have been six new Covid-19 cases confirmed since my update on Friday. Plus, the district released its weekly dashboard. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Cases rising
Covid Update: Cumulative cases pass 100 in Southborough, 6 active, still low risk

Yesterday afternoon, the number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 reached 100 over the course of the pandemic. This morning that went up to 102. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Cumulative cases pass 100 in Southborough, 6 active, still low risk
Mooney Field Update: Hearing extended to Nov 30th, Rec plans “firm stand”
Residents continue to express frustration over the delay in getting lights installed at Mooney Baseball Field. They aren’t the only ones. Read the full article → from Mooney Field Update: Hearing extended to Nov 30th, Rec plans “firm stand”
CA: Update on ARHS’ solar project and efforts to reduce energy use and costs

Yesterday, the Community Advocated posted an update on Algonquin’s solar project and an overview of other energy conservation efforts by the school administration. Read the full article → from CA: Update on ARHS’ solar project and efforts to reduce energy use and costs
Covid Update: Southborough still designated low risk
Here’s an update on where things stand in Southborough and our public schools. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough still designated low risk
The week in government: Planning on Mooney lights, Selectmen, 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: Planning on Mooney lights, Selectmen, Regional School Committee and more
Update on MassPike bridge replacement project (Updated)

This month, I got an update on the project. on a project to replace four bridges in/near Southborough. Read the full article → from Update on MassPike bridge replacement project (Updated)
Residents appealing heavily redacted response to public records inquiry into Town’s handling of allegations against former employee
An attorney representing Southborough residents is appealing an “excessively redacted” response to a public records request. The appeal is one of multiple attempts to discover more about purported allegations against a Town employee in Spring 2019. Read the full article → from Residents appealing heavily redacted response to public records inquiry into Town’s handling of allegations against former employee
Photo Gallery: Southborough honors Veterans Day and John Wilson (Updated)

Photos from yesterday’s parade and ceremonies. Read the full article → from Photo Gallery: Southborough honors Veterans Day and John Wilson (Updated)
Southborough’s Veterans Day reminder

Reminders about Veterans Day observances and closures. Read the full article → from Southborough’s Veterans Day reminder
MBTA holding virtual meeting tonight on proposed service reductions to our region

Yesterday, the MBTA announced proposed service reductions, including to the Commuter Rail, due to decreased ridership. Tonight, the public is invited to take part in a virtual meeting for our region.
I’m sharing more detail on the impact to Southborough’s rail service and relevant links. Read the full article → from MBTA holding virtual meeting tonight on proposed service reductions to our region
Learn about GIS through 4 free webinars – Nov 18 & 19 (Updated)

A week from tomorrow, the Conservation Commission will “Celebrate” GIS Day 2020. Read the full article → from Learn about GIS through 4 free webinars – Nov 18 & 19 (Updated)