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)
Government
Handling of crushed pavilion at Fayville to be determined
As shared on my Facebook page Saturday, the pavilion was crushed at Harold E. Fay Memorial Field & Playground. Read the full article → from Handling of crushed pavilion at Fayville to be determined
SWL: Petitioners seek to oust ZBA Chair; Park Central at heart of complaints
Southborough Wicked Local reports that a petition has been submitted to the Town requesting removal of Leo Bartolini as Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals. Read the full article → from SWL: Petitioners seek to oust ZBA Chair; Park Central at heart of complaints
District responds to gender-study-of-teachers public record request with cost estimate
The Superintendent pushed back on a recent public record request to compile data on salaries by gender. Read the full article → from District responds to gender-study-of-teachers public record request with cost estimate
Comments on Park Central draft Environmental Impact Report due July 21
Residents who wish to comment on Park Central’s environmental impact should email selectmen by end of day tomorrow. Read the full article → from Comments on Park Central draft Environmental Impact Report due July 21
SWL: Planning Board displeased with marijuana dispensary security plan
On Monday night, the Planning Board began its Site Plan Review of the CommCan’s planned Medical Marijuana dispensary. Read the full article → from SWL: Planning Board displeased with marijuana dispensary security plan
EMC: Roadwork done by end of summer; Dell merger approved today
Southborough Wicked Local reports that EMC Corp will finish work on its construction project at the Southborough and Westborough border this fall. But it apparently refers just to the roadwork. Read the full article → from EMC: Roadwork done by end of summer; Dell merger approved today
Buy your Transfer Station sticker online or in person – no additional fee
Transfer Station permits expire September 15th. You’ll want to get your new one before then to avoid a late fee. And this year, it’s easier and/or cheaper, thanks to the Town Clerk. Read the full article → from Buy your Transfer Station sticker online or in person – no additional fee
Why flags are at half staff: July 19, 2016
Flags in Southborough and across the nation are flying at half staff in honor of police officers killed in Baton Rouge. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: July 19, 2016
Town of Southborough hiring: Youth Program Coordinator and Maintenance Tech
The Town posted two job openings. Applications are due July 29th. Read the full article → from Town of Southborough hiring: Youth Program Coordinator and Maintenance Tech
The upcoming week in government: Medical Marijuana dispensary Site Plan Review on Monday
So far, only two meetings are scheduled for next week. But one is sure to get some residents’ attention. Meanwhile, another one that was likely to draw residents has been cancelled. Read the full article → from The upcoming week in government: Medical Marijuana dispensary Site Plan Review on Monday
Why flags are at half staff: July 15, 2016
Flags in Southborough and across the nation are flying at half staff in solidarity with France and honoring victims of the terror attack in Nice. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: July 15, 2016
Economic Development seeks long term Town commission status
The committee responsible for promoting business development in Southborough is looking to shed it’s temporary ad hoc status. Read the full article → from Economic Development seeks long term Town commission status
Planning Board doing more than “residual Site Plan Review” of Park Central
It appears that the Planning Board is less constrained by the ZBA’s Use Variance decision than they previously thought. Read the full article → from Planning Board doing more than “residual Site Plan Review” of Park Central