The bad news on the Covid front is a massive surge in the number of new cases reported over the past two weeks. The good news is that the state is reporting that a good portion of the Town has received Vaccination Boosters. So, I’m hoping that most of the cases are fairly mild. Read the full article → from Massive Covid Surge in Town and schools; High Booster rates
Government
Senior Center closed to the public for two weeks
To protect residents and employees, the Senior Center is temporarily closing it’s doors to the public again. Read the full article → from Senior Center closed to the public for two weeks
The week in government: BOS and BOH to discuss Annual Town Meeting logistics
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: BOS and BOH to discuss Annual Town Meeting logistics
Reminder Noise Bylaw Survey responses due by Sunday
A survey asks the community about their experiences, annoyances, and opinions related to noises in their neighborhood. Read the full article → from Reminder Noise Bylaw Survey responses due by Sunday
Town grappling with record high office vacancy; EEA grant to help address one Rte 9 issue
This month, the Town reported that office vacancies are at a record high, with only 1/3 occupied. Read the full article → from Town grappling with record high office vacancy; EEA grant to help address one Rte 9 issue
Noise Bylaw Survey – Respond by January 2nd
A survey asks the community about their experiences, annoyances, and opinions related to noises in their neighborhood. Read the full article → from Noise Bylaw Survey – Respond by January 2nd
Reminder: Covid Booster Clinic for ages 18+ this Wednesday
Southborough’s Board of Health is offering a Covid Vaccine Booster Clinic this week, featuring the Moderna vaccine. That vaccine is only approved for use in ages 18+. Read the full article → from Reminder: Covid Booster Clinic for ages 18+ this Wednesday
What’s open and closed over the holidays (Updated)
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 What’s open and closed over the holidays (Updated)
Weekly Covid Update
An update on Covid cases in town and schools, and related news. Read the full article → from Weekly Covid Update
The week in government
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
Restaurant news: Wendy’s & Pizza 19 closures; Diligent new efforts on Housing & Food Inspections
Two restaurants abruptly closed in Southborough this year, apparently for different reasons. Read the full article → from Restaurant news: Wendy’s & Pizza 19 closures; Diligent new efforts on Housing & Food Inspections
Winter parking ban is in effect through March 15th
The annual winter parking ban was approved this week. Read the full article → from Winter parking ban is in effect through March 15th
Town seeking all residents “at large” members for St. Mark’s Street Park Working Group
Last night, the Board of Selectmen approved the charge for a committee to recommend how to use the empty space in the center of the planned, controversial “pocket park” next to the Southborough Library. They are seeking residents (who can also be serving on other committees) to volunteer to be part of the group. Read the full article → from Town seeking all residents “at large” members for St. Mark’s Street Park Working Group
Back to “Board of Selectmen” for now
Last night, the Town Administrator informed the Board that he was temporarily reversing course based on criticism of jumping too quickly. Read the full article → from Back to “Board of Selectmen” for now