Selectmen late last month adopted a state law that will give them more leverage in negotiating health care costs with the unions. It’s a move that could save the town upwards of $500K, but selectmen said they don’t plan to implement any changes right away. Read the full article → from Selectmen adopt legislation that will give the town more control over health care costs
Government
Southborough’s state legislators face challenges this election season
The local election field is starting to shape up, and it looks like both of Southborough’s legislators in the State House – Senator Jamie Eldridge and Representative Carolyn Dykema – will face challenges in their bids for re-election. Read the full article → from Southborough’s state legislators face challenges this election season
Zoning board asks for more information on Capasso plans
The pair who hope to return Capasso Farms to its former glory went before the Zoning Board of Appeals for a second time late last month. Board members were still mixed on whether they would grant the necessary variances. Read the full article → from Zoning board asks for more information on Capasso plans
The week in government (2/6/12 – 2/10/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (2/6/12 – 2/10/12)
Southborough public safety chiefs warn against proposed budget cuts
Southborough’s public safety chiefs went before the Board of Selectmen and Advisory Committee last night to make the case for a level-service budget for next year. Both Interim Fire Chief Michael Dunne and Police Chief Jane Moran said proposed cuts would harm their already understaffed departments. Read the full article → from Southborough public safety chiefs warn against proposed budget cuts
Residents say town manager legislation goes too far
There were no fireworks at last night’s well-attended public meeting to discuss the pros and cons of moving to a town manager form of government – just plenty of thoughtful discussion. I was impressed all around. Read the full article → from Residents say town manager legislation goes too far
Lively debate predicted at tonight’s town manager legislation meeting
The Metrowest Daily News predicts a lively debate at tonight’s public meeting to discuss whether Southborough should move to a town manager form of government. If the comments on this blog are any indication, there’s a pretty good chance they’ll be right. Read the full article → from Lively debate predicted at tonight’s town manager legislation meeting
The week in government (1/30/12 – 2/3/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/30/12 – 2/3/12)
Southborough Youth & Family Services thanks residents for their holiday generosity
Each year Southborough Youth & Family Services organizes a gift card drive to make the holidays a bit brighter for local families who are having a tough time, and as they have in the past, Southborough residents stepped up to donate to the cause. Read the full article → from Southborough Youth & Family Services thanks residents for their holiday generosity
Get informed: Public meeting on town manager legislation – Monday, January 30
Voters at Town Meeting in April will face a decision that could fundamentally – and dramatically – change the way Southborough operates. It won’t be an easy decision, so it’s one we all need to get educated about. Here’s one great opportunity to do just that. Read the full article → from Get informed: Public meeting on town manager legislation – Monday, January 30
Selectman tells departments they need to justify budget increases
The Board of Selectmen, in a joint meeting with the Advisory committee last night, got a look at the latest round of town budgets, and both groups agreed there was more work to be done. Read the full article → from Selectman tells departments they need to justify budget increases
Selectmen meeting to be televised live tonight (with POLL)
I’ve long thought Board of Selectmen meetings would be more fun with a glass of wine in hand, and now those of you at home this evening will be able to put my theory to the test. Starting tonight, Board of Selectmen meetings will be broadcast live on public access television. Read the full article → from Selectmen meeting to be televised live tonight (with POLL)
The week in government (1/23/12 – 1/27/12)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/23/12 – 1/27/12)
Get involved: How to run for office in Southborough
The kick-off to election season began last week with the first day to take out nomination papers on January 9. Already we’ve learned that some incumbents in Southborough intend to run again, while others will give up their seats. Read the full article → from Get involved: How to run for office in Southborough