Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of Michael J. Mantenuto. Read the full article → from Why flags will are at half staff: May 4, 2017
Why flags will are at half staff: May 4, 2017
Government
Town Meeting: Articles related to Town/Special Counsel fail to pass
Last week, two citizen petition Articles took stabs at changing the Board of Selectmen’s authority and hiring process related to the Town’s attorney. Both failed to pass muster with Town Meeting voters. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Articles related to Town/Special Counsel fail to pass
Political signs: Complaints of placement without permission, denials, and a rule reminder
The Town Building Commissioner asked me to remind campaigners and supporters about rules for posting political signs. The request came with information alleging that one candidate has been accused of breaking those rules. Read the full article → from Political signs: Complaints of placement without permission, denials, and a rule reminder
What do you want Candidates to address? (Reminder – Thursday is Candidates Night)
A week from today, voters will choose our Town Clerk and two members of the Board of Selectmen. Between now and then, you’ll be hearing from candidates trying to capture your vote.
I wondered, what issues would you like to see them address? Read the full article → from What do you want Candidates to address? (Reminder – Thursday is Candidates Night)
Mental Health Awareness month: SYFS initiative (co-sponsored by MySouthborough)
Southborough Youth & Family Services is again promoting Mental Health Awareness month. Read the full article → from Mental Health Awareness month: SYFS initiative (co-sponsored by MySouthborough)
The week in government: Water Storage Tank, Chestnut Hill area development and first rights, Cain’s Crossing, and Ken’s Foods
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: Water Storage Tank, Chestnut Hill area development and first rights, Cain’s Crossing, and Ken’s Foods
Town Meeting: Recreation lighting projects and Historic preservation (or not)
I already updated you on what passed and failed at Town Meeting, including last night. And I filled you in on action around some of the business from Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
Now, here’s a deeper look back. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Recreation lighting projects and Historic preservation (or not)
Southborough Historical Society’s Annual Meeting & Celebration – Saturday
The Southborough Historical Society is inviting the community to join their Annual Meeting this Saturday. It will be combined with a celebration. And they have a lot to celebrate. Read the full article → from Southborough Historical Society’s Annual Meeting & Celebration – Saturday
Town Meeting: Third night’s the charm
The final night of a long session of the Annual Town Meeting came to a close at just after 11:00 pm tonight. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Third night’s the charm
Town Meeting: Process issues and disputes slow down proceedings (Updated)
Last night was another long and rough night for Town Meeting participants. As with any Town Meeting, passionate debate on viewpoints held up votes. But beyond that, it was process issues that have really dragged out this meeting. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Process issues and disputes slow down proceedings (Updated)
Town Meeting: CPA Articles pass, STM Article fails, meeting continued to Thursday
A brief recap of what passed and failed and what’s on tap for Thursday. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: CPA Articles pass, STM Article fails, meeting continued to Thursday
Town Meeting: Budget decisions turn into referrendums on Town Clerk and EDC
Two budget items “held” for discussion turned into debates on more than just spending. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Budget decisions turn into referrendums on Town Clerk and EDC
Town Meeting: Recall & Removal bylaw Articles fail
Two controversial Citizen Petition Articles held over from the March Special were put before Town Meeting voters last night. Read the full article → from Town Meeting: Recall & Removal bylaw Articles fail
Town Meeting tonight: Special counsel, Historical Preservation, (possibly) marijuana, and more (Updated)
Town Meeting is set to resume tonight, 7:00 pm at Trottier Middle School. I can’t predict all that we’ll get through tonight, but I can tell you some of what is sure to be covered. Read the full article → from Town Meeting tonight: Special counsel, Historical Preservation, (possibly) marijuana, and more (Updated)