The Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board have had, and continue to, quite a few controversial projects in front of them recently. Here are some important updates. Read the full article → from ZBA & Planning: St. Mark’s Solar, ZBA defense against over-reach charges, and Caine’s Crossing Over 55 (plus my mea culpa) (Updated)
Government
Medical Marijuana Dispensary approved by ZBA 4-1 (Updated)
Last night, the Zoning Board of Appeals approved 4-1 CommCan’s permit to open a Medical Marijuana dispensary at 250 Turnpike Road. Town Counsel defended the board as being required to act last night rather than push the decision to after Town Meeting. Read the full article → from Medical Marijuana Dispensary approved by ZBA 4-1 (Updated)
ZBA rushing Marijuana Dispensary decision prior to Town Meeting? 6:30 pm hearing tonight (Final update)
Last night, the ZBA held a hearing on a proposed Medical Marijuana dispensary. After 3 1/2 hours of presentations, public comments and board discussion, the hearing was continued for a likely vote tonight. Read the full article → from ZBA rushing Marijuana Dispensary decision prior to Town Meeting? 6:30 pm hearing tonight (Final update)
Main Street easements article; Q&A – March 30
At Town Meeting in April, voters will be asked to authorize the Town to negotiate (or “take”) easements for the Main Street redesign project. In preparation, the Main Street Design Working Group is hosting a community forum. Read the full article → from Main Street easements article; Q&A – March 30
Why flags are at half staff: March 23, 2016
Flags in Southborough and across the nation are flying at half staff in solidarity with the victims of the terror attacks in Brussels. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: March 23, 2016
ZBA accused again of overreaching on Park Central
This week, two boards met to discuss alleged overreach by the Zoning Board of Appeals on the largest development project that Southborough has ever had. And a third party reports that its Chair will seek to reverse the decisions behind the controversy. Read the full article → from ZBA accused again of overreaching on Park Central
Town Election update: Races for Moderator and Planning
Yesterday was the filing deadline for candidates in this year’s Town Election. And since my last post, another race popped up, featuring some familiar rivals. Read the full article → from Town Election update: Races for Moderator and Planning
The week in government: Park Central waivers, Marijuana dispensary (bylaw discussions and permit hearing), and 55+ housing at Southville & Parkerville
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 waivers, Marijuana dispensary (bylaw discussions and permit hearing), and 55+ housing at Southville & Parkerville
Register by Tuesday night to vote in Town Meeting and May election
To participate in deciding our Town’s budgets, bylaws, and elected officials, you need to be registered in Southborough by tomorrow night. Read the full article → from Register by Tuesday night to vote in Town Meeting and May election
How would adopting “Energy Stretch” codes impact building? March 29 info session
The Green Technology Committee is reaching out to the community on their Warrant Article to adopt “Energy Stretch Building Codes”. Read the full article → from How would adopting “Energy Stretch” codes impact building? March 29 info session
Why flags will are at half staff: March 18, 2016
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff in honor of State Trooper Thomas L. Clardy. Read the full article → from Why flags will are at half staff: March 18, 2016
School spending: FY17 budgets, district rankings, and K-8 intitiatives on hold
Last month, local media reported Southborough K-8 per pupil spending as above average for the state and higher than most area schools. And on Friday, the Town published the projected budget for next year’s spending. Read the full article → from School spending: FY17 budgets, district rankings, and K-8 intitiatives on hold
Selectmen justify Police chief’s new salary as below area average
Last night, the Board of Selectmen ratified a vote to approve Police Chief Kenneth Paulhus’ 15% raise. But first, selectmen shared their justification. Read the full article → from Selectmen justify Police chief’s new salary as below area average
Reminder: Deadline to pull papers is Friday, filing due Monday (and tonight is the last night)
Tonight is the last time the Town Clerk is open with evening hours before the Friday deadline to pull papers and Monday deadline to file. Read the full article → from Reminder: Deadline to pull papers is Friday, filing due Monday (and tonight is the last night)