I’m rounding up a few stories related to efforts to support the autistic community. Read the full article → from Southborough cares about autism: Special soap, an inspired picture book, and NECC’s annual Gala
A few weeks ago, I wrote about the Town’s decision to create an ARPA Committee. The Select Board is charging a seven member committee with making recommendations on how to spend American Rescue Plan Act funds. The Town is eligible for reimbursements up to $3,051,241. Some restrictions apply to how ARPA funds can be used. Read the full article → from Volunteer to help decide how to spend $3M in Town ARPA funds
Starting this weekend, the annual Southborough Firefighter Association’s Christmas tree sales start up. It’s a tradition that dates back over 50 years. Read the full article → from SFA’s Christmas tree sales start this Saturday
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
Here are some highlights of events in and around Southborough this week. Read the full article → from Events of the Week: Gobble Wobble, Green Friday Hike, Firefighter Tree Sales, and shortened Town hours
The Southborough Gardeners asked me to help promote their annual wreath sale. For the second year, they’ll be taking orders by mail. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners Wreath Sale: 3 options remain (Updated Again)
More news (and images) are out on the high school’s performance of the whimsical musical based on Dr. Seuss books. Read the full article → from Seussical whimsy tonight and tomorrow at Algonquin
Southborough Kindergroup is hosting a free fun run. Read the full article → from Kids Turkey Trot – Free fun run this Saturday
A look at how currently proposed redistricting maps will impact our town. Read the full article → from Redistricting impacts to Southborough: Changes in representation coming (including a wide open race)
Last night, the Select Board unanimously supported the recommendation of the Board of Assessors to set a single property tax rate for FY22. Read the full article → from Southborough Single Tax Rate set for FY22
Reminder that the Gobble Wobble will be run in person this Thanksgiving, and volunteers are still needed. Read the full article → from Reminder: Time to sign up to run/walk or volunteer to support the Thanksgiving Day Gobble Wobble
Southborough’s “Neighbors for Peace” and “Hate Has No Home” are issuing a public invitation. Read the full article → from “Give Thanks and Welcome Neighbors” gathering – Sunday
An update on Covid cases in town and schools, and related news. Read the full article → from Weekly Covid Update: 19 Active Cases; 27% of 5-11 yr olds reported as partially vaccinated
On tonight’s Select Board agenda is follow up on a staffing request made by the Chief of Southboough Police earlier this month. Read the full article → from Police seeking approval to hire additional full time Dispatcher