There are 24 articles on the warrant this year, and last night Town Meeting made it through only the first seven. That means there’s still quite a bit of action to come – and lots of money on the line – as Town Meeting continues tonight. Read the full article → from Town Meeting continues tonight – here’s a preview (UPDATED)
Government
Town Meeting votes to postpone town manager legislation in its entirety
After two hours of discussion on the floor of Town Meeting last night, most seemed to agree that Southborough’s government needs fixing. What voters didn’t agree on was the mechanism by which to fix it. With that impasse, and by a margin of only 11 votes, Town Meeting decided to indefinitely postpone a decision on whether to adopt a Town Manager form of government. Read the full article → from Town Meeting votes to postpone town manager legislation in its entirety
LIVE BLOG: Southborough Town Meeting – Day 1
As luck would have it, I have Internet access here at Trottier for Day 1 of Southborough’s Annual Town Meeting, so I’m going to give live blogging a shot. I’ll keep updating as long as the Internet holds out, so check back for the latest. Read the full article → from LIVE BLOG: Southborough Town Meeting – Day 1
Former selectwoman opposes Town Manager article; drafting committee releases final report
Former Selectwoman Bonnie Phaneuf released a statement this weekend urging voters to delay a decision on the proposed Town Manager legislation, saying it needs more review. Meanwhile, the Drafting Committee on Friday released their final report that details the committee’s findings and explains highlights of the proposed legislation. Read the full article → from Former selectwoman opposes Town Manager article; drafting committee releases final report
The week in government (4/9/12 – 4/13/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (4/9/12 – 4/13/12)
New bylaw would charge residents for repeat pumping assistance
Each time we get heavy rain, the fire department sends out crews and equipment to help residents pump out flooded basements. A new bylaw proposed by Fire Chief Joseph Mauro would charge residents who should be relying on a sump pump instead of the fire department to get out the water. Read the full article → from New bylaw would charge residents for repeat pumping assistance
Resources for learning more about how Town Meeting works
New to town meeting and want to learn how it all works? Or maybe you’re an old-timer who wants to brush up on your procedural etiquette? If so, check out an upcoming screening of the 30-minute video Town Meeting and You on the Southborough Government cable channel. Read the full article → from Resources for learning more about how Town Meeting works
Selectman wants assurances on Assabet building repair project
Southborough is no stranger to school renovation projects, and at Town Meeting next week, voters will be asked to allocate funds for yet another one, this time for Assabet. But our history with renovation projects has one selectman urging caution. Read the full article → from Selectman wants assurances on Assabet building repair project
Lamb campaign names Rosenberg Southborough town captain
An announcement from the campaign of Marty Lamb, who is running to represent Southborough along with the rest of the 8th Middlesex District at the state house. Read the full article → from Lamb campaign names Rosenberg Southborough town captain
Refuse hopper at the Transfer Station closed for maintenance
The refuse hopper at the Transfer Station is closed today for scheduled maintenance, and will likely be closed tomorrow as well. Read the full article → from Refuse hopper at the Transfer Station closed for maintenance
Town manager legislation: Let’s talk
Our town is luck to have a collection of very smart people who have done their homework and know exactly how they feel about the town manager proposal to be voted on at Town Meeting next week. Unfortunately, I’m not one of them. Read the full article → from Town manager legislation: Let’s talk
The week in government (4/2/12 – 4/6/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (4/2/12 – 4/6/12)
MWDN: Experts say project would have minor impact on Southborough traffic
The Zoning Board of Appeals last night continued their review of Madison Place, a proposed 140-unit 40B apartment building along Route 9 east near Crystal Pond Road. Yesterday’s discussion centered on traffic. Read the full article → from MWDN: Experts say project would have minor impact on Southborough traffic
Town meeting warrant and annual report now available
Town Meeting is less than two weeks away. We’ve talked about many of the issues that will be on the warrant, but certainly not all of them. For those of you who want to start doing your homework, the complete warrant has been posted on the the town website. Read the full article → from Town meeting warrant and annual report now available