Flags in Southborough and across the nation will be flying at half staff on Thursday, November 19, 2015 in sympathy with the victims of the Paris attacks. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: Thursday, November 19, 2015
Southborough Rec is looking to replace outdated playground equipment. Their “Friends” are looking to help, and could use yours. Read the full article → from Support revitalization of Fay playground by helping the Gobble Wobble
The Town’s online interface has a new look and enhanced functionality. Read the full article → from Southborough launches new “Virtual Town Hall” (aka website)
A controversial proposed 40B project at Park Central has been in the works since January 2013. Now residents are expressing concerned over a stepped up pace in the proceedings. Read the full article → from Residents concerned by ZBA’s increased pace on Park Central hearings
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: Planning Board, BOS, Regional School Committee, ZBA
Southborough Wicked Local reports that the Board of Selectmen were cited for an Open Meeting Law violation last spring. According to the article, its a charge that Chair John Rooney is disputing as inaccurate. Read the full article → from BOS Chair disputes AG citation for Open Meeting Law violation
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: Sidewalk committee begins implementing “scoring plan”, ZBA hears appeal re Stonebrook Village
Some updates and news on road construction and safety issues. Read the full article → from Road news: November 11 paving, purported ongoing safety violation at Woodland intersection
The board again approved a single tax rate for FY16.
The rate is a decrease from $16.02 to $15.82 per thousand (about 1.26%). However, assessors estimate that (excluding the Community Preservation surcharge) the average family’s bill will go up by 1.97% (or $176). Read the full article → from Single tax rate approved: Rate reduced but your bill may be a little higher
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: Tax classification hearing, proposed changes to Transfer Station take-back program and violation fines
Here is the latest round of videos from local media and the schools. Read the full article → from Videos: Support for entrepreneurs, training for transparent/efficient government, and parades
The Zoning Board of Appeals met last night. One of the big items on their agenda was an appeal of a recent Planning Board decision. Another was discussion of a board policy that has caused confusion. Read the full article → from ZBA: Refining rules on submittal process; encouraging compromises on athletic field
In my government meetings for the week, I mentioned that the Zoning Board of Appeals broadcast may be delayed instead of live. SAM asked me to make sure readers got that message. Read the full article → from ZBA meeting may not be broadcast live tonight
The Economic Development Committee and Southborough Library are continuing to support local entrepreneurs. Read the full article → from Krosslink meeting for entrepreneurs – November 4