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BOS: Reinstating Cemetery Superviser; support TA and DPW
The Board of Selectmen have requested the reinstatement of the town’s Cemetery Supervisor.
The board acknowledged communication problems about the layoff. But they refuted charges that there were any violatations of Open Meeting Laws. They also heard and dismissed the petitioned request to remove the Town Administrator and DPW Director for their roles in the communications and layoff. Read the full article → from BOS: Reinstating Cemetery Superviser; support TA and DPW
Obituary: Dolores E. (White) Patterson, 80
Dolores E. (White) Patterson, 80, a longtime resident of Southborough, died on Monday, June 2, 2014 after a long battle with cancer. Read the full article → from Obituary: Dolores E. (White) Patterson, 80
Southborough fire logs (5/27 – 6/2/14)
The latest logs from the Southborough Fire Department. Read the full article → from Southborough fire logs (5/27 – 6/2/14)
Thursday night last chance for input to Main Street Design Working Group
Tthe Main Street Design Working Group updated the Board of Selectmen on their work. Chair Martin Healey told the board not to expect their final report until the night before the State Public Hearing. Before preparing the report, they have one more scheduled public hearing. Read the full article → from Thursday night last chance for input to Main Street Design Working Group
My Southborough internships: New intern and opportunities
Introducing My Southborough summer intern Alyssa Borelli. Plus, additional internship opportunities for high school and college students. Read the full article → from My Southborough internships: New intern and opportunities
Public comment open on regional highway and transit projects – deadline June 19th
It looks like now is your chance to weigh in on state decisions about construction plans for our area highways. Read the full article → from Public comment open on regional highway and transit projects – deadline June 19th
Obituary: Eileen (Shomphe) Hurley
Eileen (Shomphe) Hurley of Southborough died on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Worcester Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center after a period of declining health. Read the full article → from Obituary: Eileen (Shomphe) Hurley
SWL: Vocal residents file meeting law violation and push for firing of DPW Chief and Town Administrator
This spring, two residents have led the charge on objections to the layoff of Southborough’s Cemetery Supervisor. Now, according to Southborough Wicked Local, the women have filed an official complaint about the behavior of the Department of Public Works Director and the Town Administrator. Read the full article → from SWL: Vocal residents file meeting law violation and push for firing of DPW Chief and Town Administrator
The week in government (6/2 – 6/8/14): Main Street public feedback, cemetery reorganization/layoff discussion, and Park Central earth removal
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (6/2 – 6/8/14): Main Street public feedback, cemetery reorganization/layoff discussion, and Park Central earth removal
Post season: Rugby state champs, Baseball and Girls Track still contenders
It’s tournament season in high school sports. Here’s an update on where Algonquin Regional High School’s varsity teams stand. Read the full article → from Post season: Rugby state champs, Baseball and Girls Track still contenders
School hiring announcements: Finalist for Assistant Superintendent, new Neary Principal
Assistant Superintendent Christine Johnson is set to move up to the top spot at the end of this month. On Friday, the administration has named the candidate they hope to replace her. Principal Gregory Martineau of Hopkinton’s Hopkins Elementary School is their “finalist”.
The week prior, Neary School’s new principal, Kathleen Valenti was announced. The news came one week after she was named the finalist. Read the full article → from School hiring announcements: Finalist for Assistant Superintendent, new Neary Principal
Why flags are at half staff: Monday, June 2, 2014 (Updated)
According to Selectman Bill Boland, Southborough’s flags have been flying half staff all weekend and today in honor of Retired Police Sargeant and long time public servant Ray O’Connell. Read the full article → from Why flags are at half staff: Monday, June 2, 2014 (Updated)
ZBA Park Central hearing: New “house rule”, improper mitigation talks, disturbing pressure, and questions on traffic study
This week, the proposed Park Central development was back in front of the Zoning Board of Appeals. Read the full article → from ZBA Park Central hearing: New “house rule”, improper mitigation talks, disturbing pressure, and questions on traffic study