Earlier this month, the Planning Board held two in-person only sessions asking for public feedback on where to place new “MBTA zoning”. Here’s an update on where things stand and next steps to expect. Read the full article → from MBTA Zoning Update
Government
Is your water brown? Hydrant flow testing today
This afternoon, the Town issued a notice from the Dept of Public Works about the temporary impact of hydrant flow tests being conducted today. Read the full article → from Is your water brown? Hydrant flow testing today
The week in government
Board of Health, Regional School Committee, ZBA, Conservation Commission, and more
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
GonkPlex progress
Track & stadium field open for community use; Phase one near completion; Turf infill change
This week, the schools announced that Algonquin Regional High School’s outdoor track and stadium field are available for community use — with some limits. I’m sharing those details, plus some others I learned, including a change to the turf infill from what was previously promoted. Read the full article → from GonkPlex progress
Reminder: Veterans Day Ceremony & Town hours
Southborough holds its annual parade and ceremony on the day of the holiday.
As always, Southborough residents are invited to honor our country’s veterans at a Veterans Day observance on November 11. Read the full article → from Reminder: Veterans Day Ceremony & Town hours
Town govt briefs
A round up of quick items related to Southborough's Town government: 40Bs status, video problems, and the latest newsletter
I have a few items worth noting that I decided to roundup in one post on Town government news.
The news covers video glitches from recent meetings (and how you can view unglitchy versions), upcoming hearings worth noting, a bid update, and the Town’s latest newsletter. Read the full article → from Town govt briefs
The week in government
Planning Board meeting and MBTA zoning mapping workshop; School Committee; Select Board on Tax Classification Hearing and Request for audit of St. Mark’s Street project; and more
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
Veterans Day Ceremony & Town hours
Southborough holds its annual parade and ceremony on the day of the holiday.
As always, Southborough residents are invited to honor our country’s veterans at a Veterans Day observance on November 11. Read the full article → from Veterans Day Ceremony & Town hours
MBTA Zoning Mapping all 50 acres on Wednesday
Residents are invited for a second chance to help "map" where by-right, multi-family zoning should be in Southborough, including near the train station.
An update and clarification on the Planning Board’s invitation to the public. Read the full article → from MBTA Zoning Mapping all 50 acres on Wednesday
The week in government
Planning's MBTA Communities zoning mapping session
Here is a selection of the committee and board meetings for the week along with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government
Volunteers needed for Cable Committee, Veterans’ Graves Officer, 21 Highland committee and more
The Cable Committee needs new members. And this week, the Town’s Veterans’ Grave Officer resigned. Plus, the Select Board approved the charge for a new committee.
Here are details on those and other volunteer vacancies in our Town’s government. Read the full article → from Volunteers needed for Cable Committee, Veterans’ Graves Officer, 21 Highland committee and more
MBTA Zoning Mapping sessions Nov 1 & 8 (Updated)
Residents are asked to attend workshops to help "map" where by-right, multi-family zoning should be in Southborough.
The Planning Board has put out another call for residents to take part in the Town’s work on new zoning to increase “by-right” multi-family housing development options in Southborough. Read the full article → from MBTA Zoning Mapping sessions Nov 1 & 8 (Updated)
Select Board member calls for audit of St. Mark’s Street & Park project (Updated)
At last night’s meeting, member Al Hamilton called for an independent audit be conducted of the controversial project for the park and road construction project at St, Mark’s Street. Read the full article → from Select Board member calls for audit of St. Mark’s Street & Park project (Updated)
Town newsletter & communications
The Town Administrator’s office asked me to share with readers their new newsletter for residents/the community.
While I’m at it, I’m also sharing information about a misleading image some readers may be seeing when they visit the Town website. Read the full article → from Town newsletter & communications