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
The week in government
News
CA: Southborough’s Jandrue named Commonwealth Heroine
The Community Advocate posted news that Southborough’s Barbara Jandrue “was announced as a Class of 2024 Commonwealth Heroine in honor of her dedication and hard work” in town. Read the full article → from CA: Southborough’s Jandrue named Commonwealth Heroine
Planning Board to open MBTA Zoning hearings on new maps – July 22nd
Check out the new maps for potential high density housing zoning near the train station.
MBTA Communities Zoning may be back on track to be voted on at a Town Meeting this year, with two new areas chosen for the section of town near the Southborough train station Read the full article → from Planning Board to open MBTA Zoning hearings on new maps – July 22nd
Hoops & Soccer camps
Outdoor basketball clinic next week and upcoming soccer camps in July & August
Whether the Celtics’ big win has inspired basketball mania in your home or the World Cup has your kids soccer obsessed, Rec has a camp/clinic to fit your sports needs this summer. Read the full article → from Hoops & Soccer camps
Obituary: Allison Bassett, 37
Allison Bassett, 37, of Watertown, died Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston, MA. Read the full article → from Obituary: Allison Bassett, 37
Summer Pickleball Lessons starting next week
Adults ages 18+ can sign up for intro classes or a new "Beginner 2" version
Southborough Rec is promoting two levels of outdoor Pickleball lessons for beginners starting next week. Read the full article → from Summer Pickleball Lessons starting next week
SPD introduces new Co-Response Clinician
Today, the SPD introduced the new JDP Clinician who will be working part-time with officers to “to help people in mental health crisis get the assistance they need, and not direct them unnecessarily into the Criminal Justice System”. Read the full article → from SPD introduces new Co-Response Clinician
SCAC: Cultural Arts Community Survey & Call for Volunteers
Community Input Survey and info on supporting the arts by joining Southborough's council
Southborough Cultural Arts Council (SCAC) is asking residents to complete a survey, stressing “your input is invaluable”. ( Read the full article → from SCAC: Cultural Arts Community Survey & Call for Volunteers
Residents voice concern over speeding (Updated)
From January to March of 2024, the Southborough Police Department issued 1,022 speeding citations. Many residents are wondering if that is enough to protect the roadways. Read the full article → from Residents voice concern over speeding (Updated)
Food Pantry is in need of donations
The Southborough Food Pantry is asking for donations to help this summer.
The Southborough Food Pantry is seeking donations to help their members in need. Read the full article → from Food Pantry is in need of donations
The week in government
Neary Building forum, ZBA hearing on 250 Turnpike 40B, and more
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
School Committee ordered audit of Neary investigation; Superintendent given “Exemplary” rating and salary bump
Last week, the School Committee agreed to have an audit conducted of the investigation into the actions of a Neary teacher and Principal.
The committee did not agree to put the NSBORO Superintendent on suspension. And the following night, the combined school committees discussed their evaluation of his “exemplary” performance and approved his contract for the coming school year with a 3% pay increase. Read the full article → from School Committee ordered audit of Neary investigation; Superintendent given “Exemplary” rating and salary bump
Neary Building seeking community input on potentially over $80-$120M project at forum on Tuesday (Updated)
News on the project status, estimated costs, an upcoming forum, and how to stay informed and ask questions.
I’m sharing an update on the big school building project status, including estimated costs, a zoom forum next week, and other ways to stay informed and ask questions. Read the full article → from Neary Building seeking community input on potentially over $80-$120M project at forum on Tuesday (Updated)
Obituary: Dr. Charles E. “Ovid” Fraser, 97 (Updated)
Dr. Charles Edward Ovid Fraser, a beloved member of the community, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024, at the age of 97 Read the full article → from Obituary: Dr. Charles E. “Ovid” Fraser, 97 (Updated)