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
Government
The week in government: Planning Board, BOS, Regional School Committee, ZBA
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
BOS Chair disputes AG citation for Open Meeting Law violation
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
The week in government: Sidewalk committee begins implementing “scoring plan”, ZBA hears appeal re Stonebrook Village
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
Road news: November 11 paving, purported ongoing safety violation at Woodland intersection
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
Single tax rate approved: Rate reduced but your bill may be a little higher
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
The week in government: Tax classification hearing, proposed changes to Transfer Station take-back program and violation fines
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
Videos: Support for entrepreneurs, training for transparent/efficient government, and parades
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
ZBA: Refining rules on submittal process; encouraging compromises on athletic field
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
ZBA meeting may not be broadcast live tonight
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
Krosslink meeting for entrepreneurs – November 4
The Economic Development Committee and Southborough Library are continuing to support local entrepreneurs. Read the full article → from Krosslink meeting for entrepreneurs – November 4
The week in government: Appeal to ZBA on Fay Athletic Field
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: Appeal to ZBA on Fay Athletic Field
Seeking volunteers to clean up trails – October 31
Next weekend, the Southborough Trail Committee will be working to clean up the Sudbury Reservoir Trail. Read the full article → from Seeking volunteers to clean up trails – October 31
BOS: Deadlines for Warrant Articles, Mass DOT hearing and Town Administrator evaluation
Some more highlights out of this week’s Board of Selectmen meeting. Read the full article → from BOS: Deadlines for Warrant Articles, Mass DOT hearing and Town Administrator evaluation