The Economic Development Committee won’t be bringing a zoning Article to Town Meeting voters in March. Read the full article → from Downtown zoning revamp postponed
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Early Voting schedule for primaries (Make sure you’re registered correctly)
You don’t have to wait for Super Tuesday in March to cast your vote. Southborough has posted its schedule for early voting for the primaries. Here’s who is on the ballots. Read the full article → from Early Voting schedule for primaries (Make sure you’re registered correctly)
Selectmen promise to help frustrated residents raising concerns about tree removals and runoff
Residents are hoping selectmen can help them solve runoff issues in their Deerfoot Road neighborhood and clarify how to avoid future unnecessary tree takings across Town. Read the full article → from Selectmen promise to help frustrated residents raising concerns about tree removals and runoff
Neighbors to the west voice concerns about gas pipeline proposed to start in Southborough (Updated)
Earlier this month, the Community Advocate covered public opposition in Westborough to a proposed natural gas pipeline that would start in Southborough. I followed up to find out its status in our town. Read the full article → from Neighbors to the west voice concerns about gas pipeline proposed to start in Southborough (Updated)
St. Mark’s School purchased 2nd downtown home since Annual Town Meeting (Updated)
St. Mark’s School recently purchased 2 downtown Main Street properties. The purchases are interesting in light of a few recent Town government efforts related to downtown and/or the private schools. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s School purchased 2nd downtown home since Annual Town Meeting (Updated)
The week in government: Planning Hearings tonight on zoning Articles, Advisory on school budgets, Regional School Committee
A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government: Planning Hearings tonight on zoning Articles, Advisory on school budgets, Regional School Committee
Town Meeting Update: Officials grappling with budget demands, may table some expenses to a Fall Special
This winter, the Town’s Finance team and the Board of Selectmen have been hashing out the Fiscal Year 2021 budget to bring to Annual Town Meeting voters. One option recently floated was tabling some capital spending to a Special Town Meeting in the fall. In the meantime, a committee would better research the Town’s anticipated capital expenses and how to handle them. Read the full article → from Town Meeting Update: Officials grappling with budget demands, may table some expenses to a Fall Special
More “Office Hours”: Rep. Dykema on Monday morning; Selectmen Tuesday night
Next week, officials are inviting you to stop by and chat about issues that concern you. Opportunities include both state and Town officials. Read the full article → from More “Office Hours”: Rep. Dykema on Monday morning; Selectmen Tuesday night
Update on Jan 27 Article hearings: EDC Working Session tonight; New materials posted
As I’ve previously posted, the Planning Board will hold public hearings for four proposed Town Meeting Articles on Monday night. For those interested, here are a few updates. Read the full article → from Update on Jan 27 Article hearings: EDC Working Session tonight; New materials posted
The week in government: Selectmen on Budget and Accessibility Compliance Committee Article; Conservation on 84 Main St violation
A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government: Selectmen on Budget and Accessibility Compliance Committee Article; Conservation on 84 Main St violation
Weigh in on Town’s housing needs and strategies to meet 40B thresholds – Quick survey
The Town is again reaching out for feedback from people who live and/or work in town. This time, it’s to inform what strategies the Town should take on affordable housing. Read the full article → from Weigh in on Town’s housing needs and strategies to meet 40B thresholds – Quick survey
Youth and Family Services promoting services to those in need and their need for volunteers
Southborough Youth and Family Services asked me to help them reach out to the community again. The agency published the 2nd issue of its newsletter to help educate the public on its services and initiatives. Read the full article → from Youth and Family Services promoting services to those in need and their need for volunteers
Apply for Taxation Aid for low income seniors and residents with disabilities
This winter, low income seniors and residents with disabilities are encouraged to ask the Town to give them a break on taxes. Read the full article → from Apply for Taxation Aid for low income seniors and residents with disabilities
Downtown Initiative: Zoning efforts update and “Roadshow” at Library
The Economic Development Committee plans to bring zoning changes to Town Meeting in March. Leading up to it, they’re trying to drum up public support. Read the full article → from Downtown Initiative: Zoning efforts update and “Roadshow” at Library