A blog for locals, by a local

municipal-space-needs

Library is seeking public input on its building

Before Trustees further pursue state assistance with a potential building project, they need community feedback on the current structure and services and what changes the public would support.

by Beth Melo on

The Library is using both a survey and public forums to collect community feedback on its building and “the services, amenities, and space” it provides. Read the full article → from Library is seeking public input on its building

Senior Center renovation and municipal building plan update

The Senior Center's interim addition project is underway. Here's what's on the horizon for building projects for our public schools, library, and a potential "Community Center".

by Beth Melo on

Work is kicking off this summer for a small addition to the Southborough Senior Center. So, it’s a good time to give an overdue update on overlapping Town facilities projects. Read the full article → from Senior Center renovation and municipal building plan update

Community Center Exploration Committee is asking for your attention

The committee is asking for the public to watch their meetings and provide feedback on community facility needs and ideas for solutions.

by Beth Melo on

A committee looking at possibilities for meeting the Town’s long term facility needs (including for offices and recreational programming) is asking the public to make sure they aren’t missing any considerations. Read the full article → from Community Center Exploration Committee is asking for your attention

Seeking members for Community Exploratory Committee (and other committees)

The Town is creating a committee to research a Community Center at Woodward or elsewhere. Over 15 other committees also have vacancies.

by Beth Melo on

The Select Board formed a Community Center Exploratory Committee. Now they are looking for volunteers to serve on it. I’m also sharing info on other committee vacancies. Read the full article → from Seeking members for Community Exploratory Committee (and other committees)

Master Plan: Final version out, Implementation Committee created, Community Center Committee to be established

by Beth Melo on

Earlier this month, the Planning Board accepted the final version of the Town’s Master Plan. Last night, they created a sub-committee to oversee its implementation. Read the full article → from Master Plan: Final version out, Implementation Committee created, Community Center Committee to be established

Town’s consultants recommend use of Woodward as municipal building/community center and Town House as Library annex

by Beth Melo on

Described as “phase zero” of Town’s analysis, consultants studying the Town’s space needs and options recommended a plan to completely repurpose two Town owned buildings. Read the full article → from Town’s consultants recommend use of Woodward as municipal building/community center and Town House as Library annex

Town research into “closing” a current school and selling an old school may lead to new building renovation projects (Updated)

by Beth Melo on

While a formal decision has yet to be made – the School Research Subcommittee seems on track to recommend closing one school. It would be part of a multi-pronged approach to handle municipal building needs. Read the full article → from Town research into “closing” a current school and selling an old school may lead to new building renovation projects (Updated)

  • © 2023 MySouthborough.com — All rights reserved.