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Digital Billboard: Planning submitting unfavorable report; Framingham board weighs in
The proposed sign by the Framingham border has generated a lot of attention. The ZBA was already expecting to receive a report from the Planning Board this week. Hours before that board met, the Town received a letter from Framingham’s Planning Board. Read the full article → from Digital Billboard: Planning submitting unfavorable report; Framingham board weighs in
Park Central seeking sanctions from Town; update on Planning Board access to counsel
William Depietri, the developer for Park Central, has filed a motion requesting sanctions from the Planning Board. Read the full article → from Park Central seeking sanctions from Town; update on Planning Board access to counsel
The week in government: Billboard Use Variance, proposed Water tank on Fairview, and Park Central Appeal by developer
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: Billboard Use Variance, proposed Water tank on Fairview, and Park Central Appeal by developer
DPW considering building Water Tank on Fairview Hill (instead of Park Central)
Last week, residents near Fairview Hill learned that a water tank they helped stop years ago is now being reconsidered, thanks to Park Central. Read the full article → from DPW considering building Water Tank on Fairview Hill (instead of Park Central)
Why flags are at half staff: December 12, 2016
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of John Glenn. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: December 12, 2016
Planning Board to discuss Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings Bylaw – Monday
As promised at the October Special Meeting, Planning and the Historical Commission are collaborating to allow “Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings”. Read the full article → from Planning Board to discuss Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings Bylaw – Monday
Golf Course: Updated Public Safety plans; Master Plan Committee expanded and members appointed
It’s time for another update on what’s happening with the Town’s plans for St. Mark’s Golf Course. Read the full article → from Golf Course: Updated Public Safety plans; Master Plan Committee expanded and members appointed
Hearing on ZBA Removal: Selectmen reviewing and considering evidence
Last night, the Board of Selectmen held a hearing to consider removal of Leo Bartolini from the Zoning Board of Appeals. The board will now take time to review the “evidence” submitted and testimony given by both sides. Read the full article → from Hearing on ZBA Removal: Selectmen reviewing and considering evidence
Why flags are at half staff: December 7, 2016 (Updated)
Flags in Southborough are flying at half staff in honor of the 75th anniversary of the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: December 7, 2016 (Updated)
Status of Town’s work on Committee transparency
This year, four articles are coming out of the Town Clerk’s office and another on its behalf. Read the full article → from Status of Town’s work on Committee transparency
The week in government: Possible appointments to St. Mark’s Golf Course Master Plan Committee; Removal Hearing for ZBA member
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: Possible appointments to St. Mark’s Golf Course Master Plan Committee; Removal Hearing for ZBA member
Senator Eldridge arrested as part of yesterday’s disruption protests for higher wages
Southborough Wicked Local shared yesterday that our State Senator James Eldridge was arrested. Read the full article → from Senator Eldridge arrested as part of yesterday’s disruption protests for higher wages
Digital Billboard Use Variance: Controversy over offered funding; Opposition speaking out; ZBA Hearing postponed to Dec 14
The hearing is rescheduled for Wednesday, December 14. The related hearing at the Planning Board is also postponed.
In the meantime – Some opponents are questioning the ethics of the project proponent’s offer to help fund Town organizations through the billboard. The proponent reached out to me to defend his integrity. And the attorney for one opponent is questioning whether the application even fits the definition of Use Variance. Read the full article → from Digital Billboard Use Variance: Controversy over offered funding; Opposition speaking out; ZBA Hearing postponed to Dec 14