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: Planning Board and BOS hearings on zoning
Shannon H. McDonald, aged 55, of Southborough, MA, peacefully entered into rest on March 26, 2021, surrounded by her family at her side. Read the full article → from Obituary: Shannon H. McDonald, 55
The Board of Selectmen has scheduled another forum on the proposed Downtown District zoning for Tuesday. This one is listed as a public hearing. Unlike their previous forum, the Board’s zoning consultants will be available to answer questions and provide clarity. Read the full article → from Selectmen to address concerns on Downtown zoning (including criticized map) – Tuesday
Southborough Police shared a notice for residents to alleviate concerns. I’m also sharing info on responses by public safety to actual emergencies. Read the full article → from Public Safety Update: Copters are for NGrid work; SFD’s recent fire battles
While the recent Covid-19 figures are up, last night’s report from the Mass Dept of Public Health kept Southborough in yellow for the second week. The state also reported details on vaccination rates for residents. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Over ½ of residents 50+ yrs old at least partially vaccinated
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough job listings: Town seeking temp clerical assistants for Covid Vaccine Clinic
James K. Urban,78, of Southborough passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021 after a battle with heart disease. Read the full article → from Obituary: James K. Urban,78
Today, was the final day of testimony in a trial over the Park Central 40B project. Read the full article → from Park Central Update: Testimony wrapped up; Final argument schedule TBD
Jean A. (Roverano) Chappelle, 81, of Southborough passed away on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Jean A. (Roverano) Chappelle, 81
Southborough’s Meals on Wheels program is again seeking volunteers to make deliveries. Read the full article → from Meals seek wheels: Volunteer drivers needed for lunchtime deliveries (Updated)
NSPAC will hold a virtual event this year to celebrate people who have made a difference to special needs students in our district. Read the full article → from Go the Distance Awards – May 20th
A group of Algonquin students asked me to let the community know about their free tutoring service. Read the full article → from Another free tutoring services for students
Yesterday was the launch of the Library’s seed request form. Patrons can request a variety of seeds, at up to 5 packets per person. Read the full article → from Library Seed Exchange 2021: Request form for curbside pickup is open now
With the Town updating its figures today and the school administration publishing its weekly Dashboard through Sunday, it’s time for another look a the numbers. Read the full article → from Covid Update: Southborough cases up