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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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