Don’t forget to vote in the state election Tuesday! Here’s the info you need. Read the full article → from Get out and vote (What you need to know in Southborough)
Get out and vote (What you need to know in Southborough)
Government
Selectmen to hold “unprecedented” hearing on removing Bartolini from ZBA
Last week, the Board of Selectmen allowed petitioners to make their case against Zoning Board of Appeals’ Leo Bartolini. Residents accused the former Chair of disrespectful behavior that has eroded public confidence in the ZBA.
Their arguments held enough weight with selectmen that they agreed to pursue to the next stage in the legal process. Selectmen agreed to submit written charges to Bartolini and schedule a public hearing to decide whether or not to remove him “for cause” from his post. Read the full article → from Selectmen to hold “unprecedented” hearing on removing Bartolini from ZBA
Election Observers’ and Voters’ Rights
Southborough’s Donna McDaniel asked if she could share some information with readers regarding the Tuesday election. Basically, it spells out what observers rights are to monitor fair process, residents’ rights to vote privately without intimidation, and how one’s rights won’t be allowed to infringe on the other. Read the full article → from Election Observers’ and Voters’ Rights
ZBA denies Park Central appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals opened appeal hearings on the Building Inspector’s ruling on Park Central Use Variance. A continued hearing will be held on November 3rd. In advance, the board is receiving written legal arguments from appellants and defense to bolster their cases. Read the full article → from ZBA denies Park Central appeals
Mass Police Chiefs oppose legalizing marijuana
Southborough’s Chief of Police asked me to share a position paper opposing Ballot Question 4. Read the full article → from Mass Police Chiefs oppose legalizing marijuana
BOS meeting rescheduled to Thursday night at Cordaville Hall
Those of you looking for the Board of Selectmen meeting last night might have seen that it was cancelled. But you may have missed that it was rescheduled to later this week. Read the full article → from BOS meeting rescheduled to Thursday night at Cordaville Hall
Library seeking feedback through new survey
The Southborough Library’s Board of Trustees is reaching out to the community again. They are looking for feedback on the services the library offers and the ones it doesn’t. Read the full article → from Library seeking feedback through new survey
The week in government: Petition to remove ZBA member; proposed truck exclusion studies for Parkerville & Deerfoot; and appeals to ZBA on decision re Park Central (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: Petition to remove ZBA member; proposed truck exclusion studies for Parkerville & Deerfoot; and appeals to ZBA on decision re Park Central (Updated)
Halloween Weekend (and Day) at a Glance: Costume parties & contests, monster dash, parades, pumpkin display, & trick or treating; plus early voting
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Halloween Weekend (and Day) at a Glance: Costume parties & contests, monster dash, parades, pumpkin display, & trick or treating; plus early voting
Hearings on Digital Billboard Use Variance – Nov 14 & 16
Apparently, the ZBA still has the power to grant a Use Variance for an application filed and accepted before last week’s Town Meeting. Read the full article → from Hearings on Digital Billboard Use Variance – Nov 14 & 16
Town Meeting rescinds the Industrial Development Commission; EDC stuck in ad-hoc status for now
Through a Citizen’s Petition, Voters were asked to stop the Economic Development Comittee from taking on the IDC’s old mantle, and the additional authority that purportedly came with it. Read the full article → from Town Meeting rescinds the Industrial Development Commission; EDC stuck in ad-hoc status for now
Southborough hiring (again) for new Town Planner
Yesterday, the Town of Southborough shared some unfortunate news. Our new Town Planner is hitting the road. Read the full article → from Southborough hiring (again) for new Town Planner
Important meeting on Historic District – November 9
An important step in Southborough’s effort to adopt a National Historic District is coming up soon.
Members of the the Historical Commission are hoping residents will come out in support of the initiative on November 9th. It’s also a great time to get any questions you have answered. Read the full article → from Important meeting on Historic District – November 9
Neary Tennis Courts ready for play
Southborough Recreation is happy to share that the Neary Courts are resurfaced and have features making them better than ever for community use. Read the full article → from Neary Tennis Courts ready for play