The Town of Southborough has finalized the articles slated for the October 7th Special Town Meeting. At their September 17 meeting, the Board of Selectmen discussed their official positions. Read the full article → from Board of Selectmen discuss their positions on motions for upcoming Special Town Meeting
Government
Why flags are at half staff this week: 9/17/13-9/20/13
Flags in Southborough and across the state are flying at half staff a mark of respect for the victims of the violence perpetrated at the Washington Navy Yard. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff this week: 9/17/13-9/20/13
MWDN: Marijuana dispensary zoning bylaw proposal opposition from BOH and residents
The Metrowest Daily News reports that the Board of Health and several residents voiced opposition to a proposed medical marijuana zoning bylaw at Monday night’s Planning Board Meeting. Public Hearings will continue on September 30. Read the full article → from MWDN: Marijuana dispensary zoning bylaw proposal opposition from BOH and residents
Roundup of town committee and meeting news: Barn Hollow problems continue, fighting over Stonebrook construction, and concerns over charter school impact
The Metrowest Daily News sometimes covers stories about town committees and meetings that I miss or don’t have time to do justice to.
Some of these stories are relevant to upcoming town committee meetings this week. So, here is the latest roundup …. Read the full article → from Roundup of town committee and meeting news: Barn Hollow problems continue, fighting over Stonebrook construction, and concerns over charter school impact
The week in government (9/16/13-9/19/13): Public hearing on Marijauna dispenseries, superintendent’s goals, Advisory elections, Barn Lane open space (Updated)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week with agenda highlights. Read the full article → from The week in government (9/16/13-9/19/13): Public hearing on Marijauna dispenseries, superintendent’s goals, Advisory elections, Barn Lane open space (Updated)
Open Space process update
The process has begun to appoint a committee to resolve Open Space process issues. Read the full article → from Open Space process update
Roundup of Southborough department head news
Here are some stories about residents recemtly honored through their achievements: Read the full article → from Roundup of Southborough department head news
Green Committee talk on 9/17: what Southborough can do about increasing CO2
The Southborough Green Technology and Recycling Committee will be holding a talk Read the full article → from Green Committee talk on 9/17: what Southborough can do about increasing CO2
Planning Board: We did not violate Open Meeting Laws, will publish incomplete zoning draft
The Planning Board’s response to filed complaint: they have not violated the law, their intention has never been to keep information secret, and (though they are not obligated to) they will publish the incomplete document. Read the full article → from Planning Board: We did not violate Open Meeting Laws, will publish incomplete zoning draft
The week in government (9/9/13-9/11/13): Zoning maps, Stone Brook and school budget priorities
A list of department and committee meetings for the week with agenda highlights. Read the full article → from The week in government (9/9/13-9/11/13): Zoning maps, Stone Brook and school budget priorities
State looking at changes to Rte 9, Flagg Road and Crystal Pond intersections: comments due 9/16
MassDOT is considering construction to relieve traffic on Rte 9 near 495 and Mass Pike. Some recommendations directly impact Southborough. Deadline for public comment on study is Monday, September 16. Read the full article → from State looking at changes to Rte 9, Flagg Road and Crystal Pond intersections: comments due 9/16
Town Planner: reporting issues resolved, new hire accepts position
Board of Selectmen and the Planning Board resolved issues surrounding who the Town Planner should report to and how the resource should be used. Read the full article → from Town Planner: reporting issues resolved, new hire accepts position
Planning Board vacancy filled
The Planning Board is back at full capacity. At the Board of Selectmen meeting on Tuesday night, the boards jointly and voted to appoint Phil Jenks to the vacant position. Read the full article → from Planning Board vacancy filled
Roundup of Planning Board in the news again
Here are some stories about residents recemtly honored through their achievements: Read the full article → from Roundup of Planning Board in the news again