An appeal of the ZBA’s Park Central decision held over zoom is scheduled to come to a close this week. Read the full article → from Park Central court trial to wrap up this week
Park Central court trial to wrap up this week
Government
Vaccine Update: 74% of 65+ residents received at least one dose; Regional clinic coming soon
Today, the Town of Southborough posted new Covid-19 data. While the uptick in cases was disappointing, some new stats were quite heartening. Read the full article → from Vaccine Update: 74% of 65+ residents received at least one dose; Regional clinic coming soon
Town again offering Rent and Mortgage Assistance
The Town is renewing its Rent/Mortgage Assistance program. Read the full article → from Town again offering Rent and Mortgage Assistance
Covid Update: Southborough back in Yellow (Updated)
Last night’s report from the Mass Dept of Public Health moved Southborough back to yellow/moderate risk after only one week in green. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough back in Yellow (Updated)
Election Update: Selectmen’s (potential) race heating up; Pull papers by Sunday
The Town Clerk’s daily update shows that another new candidate pulled papers yesterday. Read the full article → from Election Update: Selectmen’s (potential) race heating up; Pull papers by Sunday
Affordable Home available – first come, first served – submit paperwork now (Updated)
The Affordable Housing property at 16b Stockwell Lane is now available for purchase. Read the full article → from Affordable Home available – first come, first served – submit paperwork now (Updated)
Historical asking BOS to consider replacing Gadsden flags in Old Burial Ground (Updated)
The Historical Commission is asking selectmen to consider replacing two flags in the Old Burial Ground that have become “politically charged” with flags more historically representative of those that the veterans buried there would have served under. The Chair’s communications with veterans on the issue appear to have ruffled some feathers. Read the full article → from Historical asking BOS to consider replacing Gadsden flags in Old Burial Ground (Updated)
The week in government: Board of Selectmen and Combined School Committees Meeting
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: Board of Selectmen and Combined School Committees Meeting
Covid Update: Southborough designated Green
Last night’s report from the Mass Dept of Public Health moved Southborough into green/low risk for the first time since before Thanksgiving. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough designated Green
Election Update: Potential race for Selectman; papers pulled for Board of Health
Yesterday, I highlighted two critical issues relate to this spring’s Town Election. Both changed as of last night. So, it’s already time for an update. Read the full article → from Election Update: Potential race for Selectman; papers pulled for Board of Health
Selectmen to seek bids on South Union School building
Southborough Selectmen are hoping to sell off another historic property. Read the full article → from Selectmen to seek bids on South Union School building
Town Election: Pull papers to run in by March 21st; Board of Health needs a candidate
If you’re interested in running for Town Office, you have just over four weeks to pull nomination papers. Read the full article → from Town Election: Pull papers to run in by March 21st; Board of Health needs a candidate
Youth & Family Services entreating community to complete survey (options in Spanish & Portuguese)
Southborough Youth & Family Services asked me to remind residents that they are looking for important information to assess the community’s needs. Read the full article → from Youth & Family Services entreating community to complete survey (options in Spanish & Portuguese)
Selectmen issuing RFP for Legal Services
The Board of Selectmen will issue a Request for Proposals for the Town’s Legal Services. The Board has repeatedly stressed that the move doesn’t reflect dissatisfaction with Town Counsel or Special Counsel. Instead, it’s out of fiduciary duty for the Town. Read the full article → from Selectmen issuing RFP for Legal Services