A week from Saturday, Southborough Annual Town Meeting voters will be asked to decide on the Town’s budget for July 2020 through June 2021. Town officials still aren’t in agreement on what that budget should be. That may change tomorrow, when the Advisory Committee and Board of Selectmen “meet”. Read the full article → from Advisory and Selectmen to hash out Budget differences Tuesday
Government
The week in government: Advisory and BOS on FY21 budget; Town Meeting update
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: Advisory and BOS on FY21 budget; Town Meeting update
Video: Southborough’ Memorial Day Ceremony
As I posted last week, Southborough Access Media recorded the Town’s closed Memorial Day service. The video was completed over the weekend. Read the full article → from Video: Southborough’ Memorial Day Ceremony
Candidate’s Letter: Mark Pietrewicz (write-in) for Assabet Valley Regional Vocational District
Two candidates are seeking election as Southborough’s representative on the school committee for Assabet Valley Regional Technical School. To help you make that decision, I have invited each of them to submit letters to readers. Read the full article → from Candidate’s Letter: Mark Pietrewicz (write-in) for Assabet Valley Regional Vocational District
Enjoy Scavenging the Town forest
The Southborough Stewardship Committee is again encouraging the public to walk the Town Forest Trails. This time, they’re adding a little fun to the walk, especially for kids. Read the full article → from Enjoy Scavenging the Town forest
Building/Zoning department issues new standards, plus helpful tips, for homeowners and contractors
It turns out that the Building/Zoning Department has been posting helpful information during the pandemic. They also posted the new safety standards and application procedures. Read the full article → from Building/Zoning department issues new standards, plus helpful tips, for homeowners and contractors
Southborough planning for climate change resilience – June 4th Listening session
The community is invited to join a special “Public Listening Session” a week from tomorrow. The topic is Southborough’s efforts to prepare for potential hazards related to climate change. Read the full article → from Southborough planning for climate change resilience – June 4th Listening session
Candidate’s Letter: Dan Butka (write-in) for Assabet Valley Regional Vocational District
Two candidates are seeking election as Southborough’s representative on the school committee for Assabet Valley Regional Technical School. To help you make that decision, I have invited each of them to submit letters to readers. Read the full article → from Candidate’s Letter: Dan Butka (write-in) for Assabet Valley Regional Vocational District
Town Election: A new school committee race and an update on another
I learned yesterday that one of the write-in positions on the Town election ballot is contested. So, it’s time for an update on the June 16th election. Read the full article → from Town Election: A new school committee race and an update on another
Selectmen file to move Barron lawsuit to federal court
Last week, selectmen filed to move a lawsuit filed against them and the Town from Worcester Superior Court. Read the full article → from Selectmen file to move Barron lawsuit to federal court
The week in government: Advisory on FY21 budget (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: Advisory on FY21 budget (Updated)
Reopening of fields and courts (but not playgrounds): What’s opening & when, plus rules and prohibitions (Updated)
Last night, Southborough Recreation announced the timeline and rules for reopening most of the Town’s outdoor facilities. Read the full article → from Reopening of fields and courts (but not playgrounds): What’s opening & when, plus rules and prohibitions (Updated)
Why flags will are at half staff: May 22 – 24 and May 25, 2020
This Memorial Day weekend, flags around the state will be lowered for more than just remembrance of veterans. First, they will honor victims of the pandemic. Read the full article → from Why flags will are at half staff: May 22 – 24 and May 25, 2020
Resources for Residents – including Southborough Emergency Fund
The Town published a simple two page flyer about “Resources for Residents”. Read the full article → from Resources for Residents – including Southborough Emergency Fund