As reported in August, the Gulbankian family is appealing the $126,000 fine levied against the property owners. Recently, family’s attorney has amended their appeal with an additional claim. Read the full article → from MWDN: Gulbankians lawyer claims Southborough’s ticketing process illegal
Government
Board of Selectmen struggle with funding retiree liabilities (Updated)
On Tuesday night, selectmen spoke with a consultant about the harsh reality of Southborough’s retiree liabilities. We have a liability of over $28,785,000 estimated to grow annually by $1,465,000+. The only funding set aside is $50,000. Read the full article → from Board of Selectmen struggle with funding retiree liabilities (Updated)
Public Access channels looking to make use of funds and expand Southborough programming
Whatever your interest, Southborough Access Media could provide the perfect opportunity. Read the full article → from Public Access channels looking to make use of funds and expand Southborough programming
The week in government (12/2/13-12/6/13)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week with agenda highlights. Read the full article → from The week in government (12/2/13-12/6/13)
Thanksgiving Holidays: What’s closed and the Gobble Wobble
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 the Gobble Wobble
Why flags will be at half staff: November 22, 2013
Flags in Southborough and across the nation are flying at half staff today in honor of President John F. Kennedy. Read the full article → from Why flags will be at half staff: November 22, 2013
Roundup of news from the State House
Here are some press releases from our State House representatives. Read the full article → from Roundup of news from the State House
Register by Wednesday for special election
The special election is only 3 weeks away. If you haven’t registered to vote yet, the deadline is tomorrow, November 20. Read the full article → from Register by Wednesday for special election
The week in government (11/18/13 – 11/21/13): Planning Board goals for 2014 and MCAS result reviews
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (11/18/13 – 11/21/13): Planning Board goals for 2014 and MCAS result reviews
Recreation Commission to end use of 9-11 field
At this week’s Recreation Commission, board members discussed the fate of Southborough’s 9/11 athletic field. The Metrowest Daily News reports that the board voted to recommend closing the field by the end of 2014. Read the full article → from Recreation Commission to end use of 9-11 field
What do you want in your next Police Chief?
The Police Chief Search Committe asked me to share a survey: Who Should Be Our Next Police Chief? Read the full article → from What do you want in your next Police Chief?
Protecting trout and small streams – November 21
The Southborough Conservation Commission is sponsoring a presentation on the human threat to small streams and wildlife. The focus is wild brook trout. Read the full article → from Protecting trout and small streams – November 21
Southborough Police remember passing of Chief Webber
On Southborough Police Department’s facebook page, they reminded residents that yesterday marked the 5 year anniversary of Chief William Webber’s death. Read the full article → from Southborough Police remember passing of Chief Webber
Photo Gallery: Veterans Day 2013
Southborough honored Veterans Day at the town’s All Wars Memorial with speeches, prayers, remembrances and musical tribute. Special recognition was made of the 45th anniversary of Robert R. Foley, Jr.’s death in Vietnam. Read the full article → from Photo Gallery: Veterans Day 2013