A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/27/14-2/2/14): Open space, budget presentations to Advisory, and wetland policy (Updated – again)
Government
Green Technology and Recycling Committee seeks new members
Recently, two members of the Southborough Green Technology and Recycling Committee moved out of town. Now the committee is seeking new members. Read the full article → from Green Technology and Recycling Committee seeks new members
New commuter schedule derailed
The MBTA announces a big “never mind” on schedule changes. A new schedule is indefinitely delayed with likely changes. Read the full article → from New commuter schedule derailed
MWDN: Candidates for Selectman pull papers
Three residents have pulled papers to run for the three available seats in the coming election. Read the full article → from MWDN: Candidates for Selectman pull papers
The week in government (1/21/14-1/26/14)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week with agenda highlights. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/21/14-1/26/14)
Why flags are at half staff: January 21, 2014
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff on Tuesday in honor of U.S. Navy Officer Nathan V. Nissay. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: January 21, 2014
Selectmen appoint new chief: Woonsocket Captain Kenneth Paulhus
The Board of Selectman had what Chair Dan Kolenda described as a “tough but good problem to have” last night. They cast their votes for one of the three “very qualified candidates” for Southborough Police Chief. In a 2-1 vote, Captain Kenneth Paulhus of Woonsocket got the nod. Read the full article → from Selectmen appoint new chief: Woonsocket Captain Kenneth Paulhus
Stay tuned on Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Consider the ReStore donation center flyer in this month’s water bill a preview of things to come. Read the full article → from Stay tuned on Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Bridge Street bridge repairs underway – at night
Bridge repairs are taking place at night. The town lobbied for expedited work but can’t dictate hours. Read the full article → from Bridge Street bridge repairs underway – at night
BOS to select new police chief Thursday night (Updated)
Last night, selectmen interviewed the final three candidates for Southborough Police Chief. They announced their intention to cast their votes on Thursday night. Read the full article → from BOS to select new police chief Thursday night (Updated)
The week in government (1/13/14-1/19/14): Police chief candidate interviews and Advisory discusses reporting of big chiefs and recommends changes to mitigation fund process
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/13/14-1/19/14): Police chief candidate interviews and Advisory discusses reporting of big chiefs and recommends changes to mitigation fund process
Why flags will be at half staff: January 11, 2014
Flags in Southborough and across the state will fly at half staff on Saturday in honor of SPC Ryan A. Goldie, U.S. Army. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: January 11, 2014
New approach to passing zoning bylaw revisions
At Monday’s Planning Board meeting, members discussed their intended warrant articles for the Annual Town Meeting in April. They hope to include two zoning bylaw revisions: Medical Marijuana zoning (tabled from fall) and Site Plan Review bylaws. Read the full article → from New approach to passing zoning bylaw revisions
Updated – Southborough’s new commuter rail schedule – starting January 27
The MBTA announced it’s new schedule to begin this month. Is it an improvement for Southborough? Read the full article → from Updated – Southborough’s new commuter rail schedule – starting January 27