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
Government
Neary controversy update: Parents expected to present petition and make demands at this week’s School Committee meetings
A petition is circulating online to “Demand Transparency, Accountability & Equity in NSBORO Schools”. It includes calling for the dismissal of the Neary School’s Principal and suspension of the NSBORO Superintendent “while an independent investigation is undertaken.” Read the full article → from Neary controversy update: Parents expected to present petition and make demands at this week’s School Committee meetings
Survey: When would you attend a Fall Town Meeting? (Or would you?)
Survey deadline this Thursday
The Town of Southborough is asking residents to weigh in on how the Town should schedule its Special Town Meeting this fall. Read the full article → from Survey: When would you attend a Fall Town Meeting? (Or would you?)
Select Board held up member reappointments to four committees — discussion on June 18 (Updated)
Hamilton opines members should resign if they "can't support" Select Board's positions. CPC, SHOPC, OSPC, and Stewardship are asked to come in to discuss goal alignments and other issues.
There are multiple issues that the Select Board wanted to discuss with each of the committees before making reappointments. But Hamilton made clear that his overriding concern was ensuring committees agree to follow the Select Board’s direction and positions. Read the full article → from Select Board held up member reappointments to four committees — discussion on June 18 (Updated)
The week in government
Southborough School Committee, ZBA on 120 Turnpike Road, Combined School Committees, 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
Vacancy on Southborough School Committee
Residents interested in serving in the interim (8 month) seat on the PreK-8 committee should apply this summer..
The Town website posted a notice last week, updated today, with news that a vacancy has opened on the Southborough School Committee. They are seeking applicants to apply by late August. Read the full article → from Vacancy on Southborough School Committee
The week in government
Planning Board MBTA Zoning Mapping; School Committee Office Hours, Select Board update on Verizon Cable hearing and Dispatch RECC, 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
MBTA Zoning Mapping Session tonight
Tonight is the Planning Board’s re-mapping session for overlay zoning within a 1/2 mile of the commuter rail station.
The board has encouraged residents within the semi-circle to attend the session. The intent is to identify where allowing new by-right high density zoning would have the least negative impact. Read the full article → from MBTA Zoning Mapping Session tonight
Fire Chief Installation Ceremony – Saturday
Andrew Puntini will be sworn in as Southborough's 10th Fire Chief
The public is invited to the Installation Ceremony for the new Southborough Fire Chief this Saturday.
According to the program promoted by the Town, Andrew Puntini will become the Southborough Fire Department’s 10th chief. Read the full article → from Fire Chief Installation Ceremony – Saturday
Community Preservation Act annual forum – June 6th
The Community Preservation Commission is holding its annual public forum a week from today. It’s an opportunity for those interested to learn more about what the CPA fund can cover and the application process. Read the full article → from Community Preservation Act annual forum – June 6th
ZBA to open hearings on 250 Turnpike Rd 40B
The previewed proposal of a 4 story building at 250 Turnpike Rd upset several abutters last year. Next month, the ZBA will begin its review of the official application. Read the full article → from ZBA to open hearings on 250 Turnpike Rd 40B
The week in government
Library Board of Trustees on library building program; Neary School Building Finance Subcommittee, Conservation Commission hearings, 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
Memorial Day observances (Updated)
The traditional Flag replacement at the Rural Cemetery will take place this evening. The annual parade and ceremony are on Monday morning.
Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day observances (Updated)
Eldridge thanks community for making 43rd annual Senior Conference possible
In April senior citizens were welcomed to the annual conference hosted by our district’s state senator. His office asked me to share a letter of thanks to the Assabet Valley Regional Technical high school community for helping to put it on, and the sponsors and participants. Read the full article → from Eldridge thanks community for making 43rd annual Senior Conference possible