This week, the Advisory Committee, spurred on by recent events dug into transparency of town government. Read the full article → from Advisory Committee: Actions for town to improve transparency
Government
SWL: Peer reviewer supports Park Central 40B traffic study; cautions about follow up development
According to Southborough Wicked Local, the consultant hired by ZBA supported the developer’s study on the 40B impact. Read the full article → from SWL: Peer reviewer supports Park Central 40B traffic study; cautions about follow up development
Town committees: 4 without quorum, 30+ vacancies, and appeal from Youth Commission
Don’t think your single voice makes much difference in this town? Consider this: three town committees need one more volunteer to reach a quorum. Read the full article → from Town committees: 4 without quorum, 30+ vacancies, and appeal from Youth Commission
The week in government (6/23 – 6/29/14): Advisory on DPW budget and ZBA on Park Central and Mooney Field
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (6/23 – 6/29/14): Advisory on DPW budget and ZBA on Park Central and Mooney Field
Transfer Station: Minor changes this year; major changes down the pike? (updated)
At last week’s meeting, the Board of Selectmen made minor changes to Transfer Station policies for the new year. But they charged a town committee with digging into possibilities for overhauling the way the town handles trash disposal. Read the full article → from Transfer Station: Minor changes this year; major changes down the pike? (updated)
Why flags are at half staff: June 23, 2014
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
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