I’ve been so wrapped up in holiday events that I missed sharing some Southborough news. Here’s my latest roundup of stories. Read the full article → from Roundup: Primate center, memorial, and an arrest and conviction
Government
St. Mark’s bringing solar question to Zoning Board (Updated)
St. Mark’s School is asking the ZBA to rule on their exemption to zoning restrictions. Read the full article → from St. Mark’s bringing solar question to Zoning Board (Updated)
The week in government: Potential for disposition of town properties; Appeal of Fay field; St. Mark’s solar (Updated)
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: Potential for disposition of town properties; Appeal of Fay field; St. Mark’s solar (Updated)
Thanksgiving Holidays: What’s closed and What’s Happening
Here’s a list of when our municipal facilities will be closed for the holiday. Read the full article → from Thanksgiving Holidays: What’s closed and What’s Happening
Residents continue to flag safety issues along Parmenter and Pine Hill roads, not just intersection
Last week, the Board of Selectmen heard from concerned residents living on or by Parmenter and Pine Hill roads. Read the full article → from Residents continue to flag safety issues along Parmenter and Pine Hill roads, not just intersection
Park Central: ZBA and developer agree to give boards more time to comment
The ZBA responded to a request from the Planning Board for more time to comment on the plans for a 40B at Park Central. Read the full article → from Park Central: ZBA and developer agree to give boards more time to comment
The week in government: Main St Design prepares for 75% plan – easement issues & asthetic options
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: Main St Design prepares for 75% plan – easement issues & asthetic options
Why flags will be at half staff: November 23, 2015
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff today in honor of U.S. Army Private First Class Aaron Cordoba-Martinez of Taunton. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: November 23, 2015
Why flags will be at half staff: Thursday, November 19, 2015
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
Support revitalization of Fay playground by helping the Gobble Wobble
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
Southborough launches new “Virtual Town Hall” (aka website)
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)
Residents concerned by ZBA’s increased pace on Park Central hearings
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
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