Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of the former President and Prime Minister of Israel Shimon Peres. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: September 30, 2016
Last night, Attorney William Pezzoni argued that the Town was subverting due process. Although the Zoning Board of Appeals disagreed with his charges, they may have set precedent changing Town procedures for future variance applications. And there is concern about a potential loophole for developers. Read the full article → from Building Inspector, Planning and ZBA struggle with questions over variance process (and refute accusations of collusion and subversion of process)
On Monday night, the Planning Board held a continued hearing on the Site Plan Review for the Park Central project. Much of the two hour discussion was spent deliberating over what the board should be reviewing and how to proceed. Read the full article → from Park Central Site Plan Review continued to Thursday night
The Historical Commission is warning residents to expect a “substantial amount of tree removal” at 84 Main Street in coming weeks. But the message is intended to reassure that what is being done is necessary, and will work out in the long run. (And that the “stars” of the property will remain standing, with just minor pruning.) Read the full article → from Historical Commission reassuring public about coming tree removals at Burnett House
On Thursday night, the Historical Commission is holding an informational meeting about their proposed Historic District. In preparation, the Commission asked if I could post more information. Read the full article → from Reminder: Informational meeting on Historic District – Thursday night
Southborough Cultural Arts Council is looking to fund more programs in the arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences. They are also seeking new members. Read the full article → from SCAC: Cultural arts grant applications due by October 17; seeking new members
A couple of organizations have asked me to share their openings for jobs based in town.
While I’m at it, I’m also including a full-time position the Town has posted. Read the full article → from Southborough job listings: Part-time at Playtown Express and St. Mark’s Church; Full-time for Town (and more?)
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 on Marijuana dispensary, Park Central, and Use Variance petition tonight; ZBA to discuss possible reg changes
The Southborough Historical Commission has been working towards creation of a National Register Historic District along Main Street. The critical message for homeowners is the district would not impose restrictions. Read the full article → from Historical Commission pursuing Historic District without restrictions in Main St area downtown (Updated)
Next Wednesday evening, the Southborough Library is hosting a special forum “Planning for Climate Change: State and Federal Issues”. Speakers will address “What’s Being Done to Preserve & Sustain our Environment – and How It Affects Us”. Read the full article → from Planning for Climate Change – 9/28 Forum
The Board of Selectmen have a critical vacancy to fill – David Eagle’s seat on the Zoning Board of Appeals. Read the full article → from Selectmen to interview ZBA candidates on 10/4; Apply by 9/28 (Updated)
Selectmen have issued a letter to Masschusetts Department of Transportation. Read the full article → from BOS asks MassDOT to table over Flagg Rd; considering no curb cut for Park Central
Monday night, the Planning Board voted unanimously to appeal a decision by Southborough’s Building Commissioner. Read the full article → from Planning Board filing a new Park Central appeal
Next Monday, the Planning Board will hold another hearing, and potentially approve the site plan for a medical marijuana dispensary on Route 9 in Southborough. Read the full article → from Medical Marijuana Dispensary Site Plan Review continued to next Monday