It’s about to get more expensive to commute by rail from Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough MBTA commuters to see 50% hike in parking
Southborough MBTA commuters to see 50% hike in parking
Government
Transfer Station Update: New rules, answers on Commercial Vehicles and Recycling, potential Petitioner rules, and more (Updated)
Last night’s discussion about the Transfer Station included revised rules, answered questions to residents’ concerns, and a preview that changes to come may impact both citizen petitioners and those who complain of harassment by them. Read the full article → from Transfer Station Update: New rules, answers on Commercial Vehicles and Recycling, potential Petitioner rules, and more (Updated)
Historical Commission filing Ethics Complaint against a Selectman
Earlier this month, I reported on the conflict between Board of Selectmen and Historical Commission member Michael Weishan. Last night, the Historical Commission voted to file an ethics complaint against the member of the board who led the charge against renewing Weishan’s term on the Commission. Read the full article → from Historical Commission filing Ethics Complaint against a Selectman
Main Street area updates: Reconstruction of Downtown Business Village; Night Work; state project delay, beautifying a corner, and more
Selectmen approved $1.2M in spending to extend the Main St Reconstruction project to the Downtown Business Village and make other connected improvements.
That’s part of five project updates I’m rounding up on what’s happening on Main Street and intersecting roads near downtown. Read the full article → from Main Street area updates: Reconstruction of Downtown Business Village; Night Work; state project delay, beautifying a corner, and more
BOS on Transfer Station rules and fees – Thursday
On Thursday night, selectmen will discuss (and likely vote on) Transfer Station rules and regs for to be implemented this summer. Included in the draft is a fee increase they conceptually approved earlier this spring. It also includes a safety net suggested by another board to offset the burden for residents in need. Read the full article → from BOS on Transfer Station rules and fees – Thursday
The week in government: ZBA on board officers; Historical on ethics charge; Combined & Regional school committees; ConCom on Stonebrook Village, and BOS on ZBA appt and Transfer Station rules (Updated)
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: ZBA on board officers; Historical on ethics charge; Combined & Regional school committees; ConCom on Stonebrook Village, and BOS on ZBA appt and Transfer Station rules (Updated)
Missing details on the Weishan “hornets nest” (Updated – Again)
As I posted last week, the Board of Selectmen opted not to renew Historical Commission member Michael Weishan’s term past the expiration of his term (at the end of this month). That story was missing a lot of details, so I’m following up. Read the full article → from Missing details on the Weishan “hornets nest” (Updated – Again)
Bid to purchase, redevelop, and preserve Fayville Hall includes relocating Affordable Units from Ila Bella/Rossi Estates (Updated)
A bid on the historic community hall may result in preservation, but don’t celebrate yet. The bid is contingent on many conditions. Read the full article → from Bid to purchase, redevelop, and preserve Fayville Hall includes relocating Affordable Units from Ila Bella/Rossi Estates (Updated)
The week in government: Public Works on Deerfoot & Flagg intersection, last K-8 School Committee of year, and Rec on Capital Planning and Field policy
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: Public Works on Deerfoot & Flagg intersection, last K-8 School Committee of year, and Rec on Capital Planning and Field policy
BOS refuses to reappoint Michael Weishan to Historical Commission (Updated-again)
For years, Michael Weishan has been one of Southborough’s most ardent public advocates for historical preservation. That passion, combined with his determination to “call a spade a spade”, put him at odds with the Board of Selectmen. Last night, they voted not renew his term on the Historical Commission despite the Commission’s request they do so. Read the full article → from BOS refuses to reappoint Michael Weishan to Historical Commission (Updated-again)
Southborough Police Roundup: Patrolman saves life, seeking new Officer, Seniors ask to show support, and latest logs
I have news to share from and about the Southborough Police Department. In contrast to last week, most of it is feel-good. Read the full article → from Southborough Police Roundup: Patrolman saves life, seeking new Officer, Seniors ask to show support, and latest logs
Letter: Response to “slandering” of “unruly citizens” at Special Town Meeting
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Response to “slandering” of “unruly citizens” at Special Town Meeting
The week in government Update: BOS meeting on Thurs and Fri
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 Update: BOS meeting on Thurs and Fri
Opting out of pesticide sprayings
Mosquito spraying season is beginning. So, I’ve been asked to again remind people about their rights for opting out. Read the full article → from Opting out of pesticide sprayings