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Seeking residents with Building Construction/Design experience for School Building Committee

Apply ASAP to fill a vacancy on the committee to oversee Neary School renovation studies. The appointment will be made soon.

by Beth Melo on

In a post about committee vacancies earlier this week, I noted that the Town would need to fill a seat on the Elementary School Building Committee. On Tuesday night, the Select Board decided that they need a volunteer with relevant experience in engineering, construction or design of buildings.

There is a volunteer waiting in the wings. But a Select Board member highlighted that his appointment might create an “optics issue”. His joining would make the majority of the committee former members of the Neary Building Committee. Read the full article → from Seeking residents with Building Construction/Design experience for School Building Committee

250 Turnpike Rd 40B development approved with conditions

The ZBA issued its decision approving the permit for a project to build 32 townhouses. Some details still need to be resolved through the Planning Board and Conservation.

by Beth Melo on

The Zoning Board of Appeals issued its written decision approving the permit for a 40B housing development southwest of the corner of Route 9 and Parkerville Road.

The project proposes 32 new townhouses behind the Beehive building and contractor’s yard. The ZBA’s decision included several conditions to mitigate impacts on the Town and abutters. Read the full article → from 250 Turnpike Rd 40B development approved with conditions

Need for Volunteers: Conservation, Advisory, Tricentennial, EDC, Elementary School Building Committee, and more

Join a Town committee to help protect Town character, celebrate our history, shape future changes, "give back" to the community, and/or hone skills to further your career.

by Beth Melo on

The Town is advertising its need for two new members on the Conservation Commission. While I’m sharing that news, I’ll highlight other committees with current vacancies, and ones that may soon have more. Read the full article → from Need for Volunteers: Conservation, Advisory, Tricentennial, EDC, Elementary School Building Committee, and more

Fayville Park Update & Call for Engagement

Participate in next week's "Community Engagement Session" and/or complete the survey on park improvements, including a splash pad and dog park.

by Beth Melo on

Rec’s seeking feedback on their newest park concept plan options, with a shrunken water based on prior feedback.

Next week, the Rec Commission is seeking to get more community engagement and feedback on the proposal. Read the full article → from Fayville Park Update & Call for Engagement

Pfaff & Stivers win Select Board race (Updated)

13% of Southborough registered voters weighed in to help approve replacing school roofs and fixing town roads and sidewalks.

by Beth Melo on

In Tuesday’s election, Southborough voters approved all four ballot questions for debt exemptions. They also voted to make a change on the Select Board. Read the full article → from Pfaff & Stivers win Select Board race (Updated)

Candidates Night 2026

Select Board candidates answered questions about controlling rising taxes, commercial development impacts, increasing voter engagement, affordable housing and more

by Beth Melo on

In this Tuesday’s election, voters will choose between the three residents running for two seats on Southborough’s Select Board. Last week, the candidates spoke to voters and fielded questions at a public forum. 

While I encourage readers to watch Southborough Access Media’s video and form their own impressions, I know many won’t. So, here are my highlights from the annual Candidates Night. Read the full article → from Candidates Night 2026

Applicant selected to conduct Neary reno Feasibility Study

by Beth Melo on

On Tuesday, the Select Board approved a key stage for studying renovation options for the grades 4-5 school building.

The board awarded the bid to a new consultant to conduct the feasibility study and create schematic designs. (That vote is contingent on successfully negotiating a contract.) Read the full article → from Applicant selected to conduct Neary reno Feasibility Study

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