The following letter to the editor is from resident Carl Guyer to present data and explain why he advocates for property tax-rates to be split (with a lower rate for residential properties than commercial/industrial properties). Read the full article → from Letter: 2022 Southborough Real Estate Tax Policy Review
News
SCAC grant window through 10/17
The cycle is open to apply for cultural arts grants. Plus, the Council is still seeking new members
Southborough Cultural Arts Council announced that their new grant window is open. They are also continuing to seek new members. Read the full article → from SCAC grant window through 10/17
Newell named Chief
Acting Chief Ryan Newell will soon drop "Acting" from his title
Last night, the Board of Selectmen voted unanimously to promote Southborough’s Acting Police Chief to the official role of Chief. Read the full article → from Newell named Chief
Obituary: Arthur M. Butler, Jr., 101
Arthur M. Butler, Jr., 101, of Marlborough, formerly of Southborough, died Thursday, August 25, 2022, at New Horizons at Marlborough in Marlborough, MA. Read the full article → from Obituary: Arthur M. Butler, Jr., 101
Town may seek conditions to releasing Fayville Hall rights (Updated)
Select Board is looking to do "due diligence" and considering conditions based on Right of First Refusal for 40-42 Central Street
The Select Board will quickly seek more “due diligence” before deciding on whether to release the Town’s Right of First Refusal (ROFR) to purchase Fayville Hall at 40-42 Central Street.
Town Boards and Committees have been asked to notify the Board by this Friday of any interest they have in the property.
When the Select Board follows up next week, they are likely to vote to release their rights, but may seek to condition that on extending the Town’s ROFR if the property is sold again. Read the full article → from Town may seek conditions to releasing Fayville Hall rights (Updated)
The week in government
Select Board interviews of finalists for and appointment of new Police Chief
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
Signing up for emails (Plus, the news you missed)
I am now ready to launch the new service. As I prepare to reach out to old subscribers, I rounded up the headlines they’ve missed. Read the full article → from Signing up for emails (Plus, the news you missed)
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service has posted: …A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 330 PM EDT FOR EAST CENTRAL WORCESTER AND SOUTH CENTRAL MIDDLESEX COUNTIES… At 307 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Boylston, or near Shrewsbury, moving east at 50 mph. HAZARD…70 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Expect Read the full article → from Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Voting in the State Primary
Here's when, how, and where Southborough residents can vote, and who you can vote for
Early voting in the state Primary opens tomorrow. So, it’s time for a reminder on what’s on the ballot and where/how you can cast it. Read the full article → from Voting in the State Primary
Road maintenance news
Prioritized roads for next contract, Stockwell sidewalk issues, and an update on Various Streets projects in the works (or not)
I’m rounding up a few news items related to Southborough road maintenance/spending. Read the full article → from Road maintenance news
Police Chief soon to be named
Finalists revealed with an appointment expected next week
Next week, the Select Board is expected to appoint one of two finalists for Southborough Police Chief. They will be choosing between Acting Chief Ryan Newell and Sergeant Sean McCarthy. Read the full article → from Police Chief soon to be named
Help the schools by donating textiles
The fundraiser puts good-conditioned clothing/accessories/linens back into use and recycles other materials
I’m reminding readers of a re-use and recycling program supporting NSBORO schools. Read the full article → from Help the schools by donating textiles
Nan’s Market opening Monday
News on the restaurant opening, business challenges, and job openings
There’s a new restaurant opening in Town. Nan’s Kitchen & Market will open on Monday, August 29th. Read the full article → from Nan’s Market opening Monday
Back-to-School NSBORO News
With school about to resume, it's time to check in with NSBORO news - and mark your calendars
Southborough and Northborough students will head back to school next week. So, it’s a good time to share district news and save-the-dates.
The biggest news in the NSBORO newsletter issued last week was the launch of a new “platform” for keeping students’ families informed. Read the full article → from Back-to-School NSBORO News