Selectman John Rooney sent a murmur of disapproval through the crowded Town House Hearing Room earlier this week when he admitted he doesn’t always recycle. Read the full article → from Southborough selectman says he doesn’t always recycle. Do you? (with POLL)
The former Capasso Farm on Marlboro Road has been sitting vacant for more than two years now, but that may soon change. Tonight the Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a proposal to restore the farm to its former glory. Read the full article → from ZBA to consider proposal for “family farm” at former Capasso site
Southborough’s beloved Swap Shop is off the chopping block, at least for now. In the face of strong public opposition, DPW Superintendent Karen Galligan said last night she has backed off a plan to close the Swap Shop. Instead, she proposed making it even bigger. Read the full article → from The Swap Shop is staying. Now will it expand?
DPW Superintendent Karen Galligan said tonight the Swap Shop will remain open while the town explores options for dealing with traffic and other issues at the Transfer Station location. The Swap Shop had been slated to close for good on January 7. I’ll have more information on the blog tomorrow, including details on a proposal Read the full article → from Breaking news: Swap Shop to remain open as town explores options
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (1/2 – 1/6)
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (12/26 – 12/30)
Here’s a list of when our municipal facilities will be closed over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Read the full article → from Holiday schedule for the transfer station, library, and other spots around town
The Swap Shop may be the main topic of conversation for many Southborough residents, but those upset with the decision to close the beloved shack will have to wait until next month to air their grievances. Read the full article → from Public hearing on Swap Shop will not be held this month
Southborough Town Administrator Jean Kitchen told the Board of Selectmen last night that she plans to retire when her contract is up next July. Read the full article → from Southborough town administrator announces her intention to retire
At their meeting on Wednesday, the K-8 School Committee unanimously ratified a new 3-year contract for secretaries and support professionals after several months of negotiation. The details of the contract are similar to those approved by other school unions earlier this year. Read the full article → from K-8 school committee approves new union contract for secretaries
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (12/19 – 12/23)
At the request of town officials, Superintendent Charles Gobron this week outlined how a 1% budget cut would impact Southborough schools. In a presentation to the K-8 School Committee, Gobron said the reduction could mean the loss of as many as 11 teaching positions. Read the full article → from Gobron: Reducing budget by 1% would result in loss of up to 11 teachers
Reader Jim said he called National Grid’s main number and used their phone system’s spell-by-name feature to reach Marcy Reed, president of National Grid in Massachusetts. “I left a polite message on her voice mail advising her of the unresponsiveness of National Grid as shown on this blog, and asked her to view the blog and get this dangerous situation resolved,” he wrote in a comment on Wednesday. Read the full article → from National Grid responds to question about clearing wires – UPDATED
If you spend more money on schools do you necessarily ensure a higher-quality education for students? That’s the question posed by Selectman John Rooney at last night’s K-8 School Committee meeting. The question – and the data Rooney presented to back it up – was not well received by the School Committee. Read the full article → from MWDN: Southborough school board rips selectman after he questions spending