Last night, the Zoning Board of Appeals followed through on a reorganization to remove Chair Leo Bartolini from the helm. Early on in the talk, it looked like he would be acting as backup to lead some meetings. But while he potentially could, it doesn’t look likely. Read the full article → from Zoning Board of Appeals names new Chair and “Clerk”; “Chair Pro Tem” to be named as needed
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Park Central developer pushing for Planning Board site plan approval on September 19th
Yesterday, the Planning Board received the “100%” plans for the Park Central Site Plan Review. In last night’s hearing, the board and developer agreed to extend the application deadline and continue the hearing to September 19th. But it took more than a half hour of tense debate and an off camera consultation with attorneys to come to the agreement. Read the full article → from Park Central developer pushing for Planning Board site plan approval on September 19th
The week in government: Park Central tonight & Wednesday; Planning to discuss Main St
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: Park Central tonight & Wednesday; Planning to discuss Main St
Town officials remember Cal Mauro
The Sunday before last, a long-time former Southborough employee passed away. 90 year old Cal Mauro had retired 20 years earlier. But judging by a story from Southborough Wicked Local, he was not forgotten by current and former officials. Read the full article → from Town officials remember Cal Mauro
SWL: ZBA reorganized on Park Central; full reorg postponed; public continues to push back on traffic
Southborough Wicked Local covered last night’s ZBA hearing on Park Central. Read the full article → from SWL: ZBA reorganized on Park Central; full reorg postponed; public continues to push back on traffic
The week in government: Park Central at ZBA and Planning Board, ZBA reorg, and Solar reg changes
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: Park Central at ZBA and Planning Board, ZBA reorg, and Solar reg changes
Special Town Meeting to focus on Main Street (not Public Safety Building) – October 4th
This fall, voters will decide whether to continue the “Main Street Reconstruction” project or simply repair and repave the road.
The Public Safety Building project is again on hold. Read the full article → from Special Town Meeting to focus on Main Street (not Public Safety Building) – October 4th
ZBA Park Central hearing and reorganization – this Monday (Updated)
Yesterday, the Zoning Board of Appeals met to continue the hearing on Park Central Developments. The hearing will now take place on Monday, August 8th at 7:30 pm. In related news, during public comments on Tuesday nights two residents objected to the handling of the petition to remove the ZBA chair. Read the full article → from ZBA Park Central hearing and reorganization – this Monday (Updated)
Zoning Board news: Chair stepping down but not out; former Planning candidate appointed
This afternoon, the ZBA will take first steps to reorganize – in response to a citizen petition opposing the Chair. Read the full article → from Zoning Board news: Chair stepping down but not out; former Planning candidate appointed
ZBA meeting to continue Park Central hearing
The Zoning Board of Appeals will briefly meet on it this Wednesday at 2:00 pm. But it looks like a meeting you can skip. Read the full article → from ZBA meeting to continue Park Central hearing
The week in government: Selectmen interview ZBA candidates and update on Flagg Rd, Public Safety building, Marijuana dispensary, & Main St
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: Selectmen interview ZBA candidates and update on Flagg Rd, Public Safety building, Marijuana dispensary, & Main St
Selectmen on ZBA: Discussion in closed session; interview of new candidates Tuesday night
The Board of Selectmen have posted the agenda for Tuesday, August 2nd. Read the full article → from Selectmen on ZBA: Discussion in closed session; interview of new candidates Tuesday night
Another update on Southborough Town government transparency
The Town website posts upcoming meetings, but often with too short notice for residents trying to follow issues. Read the full article → from Another update on Southborough Town government transparency
Park Central: Upcoming meetings, extended comment deadline, and petition reaction (Updated – again)
A reader asked me to confirm and post upcoming meetings scheduled for review of projects at Park Central. Read the full article → from Park Central: Upcoming meetings, extended comment deadline, and petition reaction (Updated – again)