Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying today at half staff in honor of Lance Corporal, Andrew J. Kraynick. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: June 23, 2014
Why flags are at half staff: June 23, 2014
Government
BOS: Vote to fill Planning Board and ZBA vacancies on July 15th; ZBA applicants sought (Updated)
At Tuesday’s Board of Selectmen Meeting, the Board was scheduled to appoint a new member to the Planning Board. They were also slated to reappoint a member of the Zoning board of Appeals. Neither of those appointments occurred. Read the full article → from BOS: Vote to fill Planning Board and ZBA vacancies on July 15th; ZBA applicants sought (Updated)
Main St hearing: Some common ground; public comments will be considered until June 28th
Last night, MassDOT held a public hearing on the Main Street reconstruction project. Just over 60 residents were in attendance to hear and/or be heard. Read the full article → from Main St hearing: Some common ground; public comments will be considered until June 28th
Main Street Design Group releases findings: Recommended changes and areas of dispute
Last night, the Main Street Design Working Group presented their findings to the Board of Selectmen. The group was in near consensus with each other, but not always with the plan, or with Selectmen. Read the full article → from Main Street Design Group releases findings: Recommended changes and areas of dispute
Southborough launches Historic House Sign Program
The Southborough Historical Commission wants to let homeowners promote pride in their homes’ heritage. Read the full article → from Southborough launches Historic House Sign Program
The week in government (6/16 – 6/22/14) Big week for Main Street; Planning Board vacancy; and new Assistant Superintendent
On Wednesday night, the State Hearing for the Main Street reconstruction project is taking place. In preparation, five other boards and committees will be discussing the project on Monday and Tuesday.
Of course, there is other town business on board agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government (6/16 – 6/22/14) Big week for Main Street; Planning Board vacancy; and new Assistant Superintendent
Keep tabs on Main Street Design Working Group
The Main Street Design Working Group created a website to encourage residents to stay informed on their work and progress. Read the full article → from Keep tabs on Main Street Design Working Group
Habitat for Humanity ReStore open this Saturday
According to the Town website, the ReStore site was open on June 7th and will open again this Saturday. Read the full article → from Habitat for Humanity ReStore open this Saturday
Residents working to protect their neighborhood
Residents abutting the proposed Park Central 40B project have banded together. Families on Bantry Road, Tara Road, and Blackthorn Road held a fundraiser on Sunday to “protect their neighborhood”. Read the full article → from Residents working to protect their neighborhood
The week in government (6/9 – 6/15/14): More Main Street meetings
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (6/9 – 6/15/14): More Main Street meetings
Town committee openings: 30 vacancies (and counting?)
Given the passionate nature of many comments posted on this blog, I can tell people care about the future of this town. Every June the Board of Selectmen offers you a new chance to get involved. Read the full article → from Town committee openings: 30 vacancies (and counting?)
BOS: Reinstating Cemetery Superviser; support TA and DPW
The Board of Selectmen have requested the reinstatement of the town’s Cemetery Supervisor.
The board acknowledged communication problems about the layoff. But they refuted charges that there were any violatations of Open Meeting Laws. They also heard and dismissed the petitioned request to remove the Town Administrator and DPW Director for their roles in the communications and layoff. Read the full article → from BOS: Reinstating Cemetery Superviser; support TA and DPW
Thursday night last chance for input to Main Street Design Working Group
Tthe Main Street Design Working Group updated the Board of Selectmen on their work. Chair Martin Healey told the board not to expect their final report until the night before the State Public Hearing. Before preparing the report, they have one more scheduled public hearing. Read the full article → from Thursday night last chance for input to Main Street Design Working Group
Public comment open on regional highway and transit projects – deadline June 19th
It looks like now is your chance to weigh in on state decisions about construction plans for our area highways. Read the full article → from Public comment open on regional highway and transit projects – deadline June 19th