This afternoon, a new message from the town updates about construction changes impacting tomorrow’s commutes. Read the full article → from Parkerville Road paving update
Government
Seeking members for Conservation Commission (and more)
The Conservation Commission is promoting the need for two new members. There are still many other vacancies on Town committees. So, I’m sharing an update on the opportunities to support Southborough. Read the full article → from Seeking members for Conservation Commission (and more)
Transfer Station stickers expire Sept 15th
A reminder to renew your permits if you haven't and the details for this year's changes.
If you haven’t already renewed your Transfer Station permit for 2023-24, you better get a move on. The ’22-’23 stickers expire on September 15th. Read the full article → from Transfer Station stickers expire Sept 15th
The week in government
Select Board on 250 Turnpike Road and future of South Union building
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
The week in government
Planning Board; SPAC on orientation aids for the blind; 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
The week in government
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
Migrant families transferred out of Southborough (Updated)
Yesterday afternoon, the Town issued a press release on the close to 70 immigrants who had been sheltering at the Red Roof Inn.
According to the announcement, families were relocated to other towns on Monday. Read the full article → from Migrant families transferred out of Southborough (Updated)
Library is seeking public input on its building
Before Trustees further pursue state assistance with a potential building project, they need community feedback on the current structure and services and what changes the public would support.
The Library is using both a survey and public forums to collect community feedback on its building and “the services, amenities, and space” it provides. Read the full article → from Library is seeking public input on its building
Town comments on 120 Turnpike Road proposed 40B
Select Board encourages scaling up the project next to town Conservation Land while others call for scaling it down.
Here’s my update on comments from the Select Board’, residents comments, and other committees on the proposed 40B project next to Breakneck Hill Conservation Land. Read the full article → from Town comments on 120 Turnpike Road proposed 40B
Changes being made to proposed 250 Turnpike Road 40B
Last week, the Select Board held a public forum on two 40B projects proposed by Ferris Development. As usual, one of them drew much more negative feedback than the other. Read the full article → from Changes being made to proposed 250 Turnpike Road 40B
The week in government
Planning on 40B comment letters, Board of Health on Variances, and ZBA hearing on selling more cars at 264 Cordaville Rd
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
CERT asking for specific food donations for Migrant Families
I have another update on the migrant families being temporarily sheltered in Southborough. I was asked to share a request for support from Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). I’m told they are specifically low on a few food items. Read the full article → from CERT asking for specific food donations for Migrant Families
Senior Center renovation and municipal building plan update
The Senior Center's interim addition project is underway. Here's what's on the horizon for building projects for our public schools, library, and a potential "Community Center".
Work is kicking off this summer for a small addition to the Southborough Senior Center. So, it’s a good time to give an overdue update on overlapping Town facilities projects. Read the full article → from Senior Center renovation and municipal building plan update
Collection drive for Migrant families in Southborough
The Town is asking community members who want to help new "asylum-seeking" families in town to contribute items from a gift registry.
Late last week, Southborough officials learned that 60 asylum seekers (including infants and children) were put up at a hotel in our town. Now they are sharing news on how our community can help by donating specific items from a registry. (No cash or gift cards.) Read the full article → from Collection drive for Migrant families in Southborough