In March, I shared news about Southborough Youth & Family Services’ March & April newsletter. At that time, I focused on the March “Spotlights”. Now that it’s April, I want to highlight the initiatives the agency is focusing on this month. Read the full article → from SYFS Spotlights “Spring Cleaning” & Public Health (Updated)
For over a year, the Planning Board has been working on zoning updates to attract more business revenue, while still protecting residents and conservation areas from negative impacts.
The result is Annual Town Meeting Article 17. On April 11th, voters will be asked to approve modernized and expanded uses, along with new restrictions, for Southborough’s Industrial Park Zone. Read the full article → from ATM Article 17: Updating Industrial Park zoning
The Town’s legislative branch, Town Meeting, will convene a week from Saturday to approve spending, possibly increase budgets, amend local bylaws, and “advise” officials.
I’ll be digging into some of the Warrant Articles leading up to Annual Town Meeting. For now, I’m providing a general overview, including the hot topics on the Warrant most likely to spark debate. Read the full article → from Overview of April 11th Annual Town Meeting (Updated)
Construction work is taking place this week for flashing beacons to be installed (or replaced) at crosswalks around town this spring. Read the full article → from Construction at 4 crosswalks starting today
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
Southborough Youth & Family Services asked me to share news about it’s latest bi-monthly newsletter. The March & April letter includes this month’s focus on Women & Girls and the annual community invitation to “Unplug”. Read the full article → from Southborough Youth & Family Services March & April newsletter
Now that the deadline for running for office has passed, I’m updating on who is running in a contested race, who is taking on a new role (or leaving their seats), and the upcoming forum for candidates to answer voters’ questions. Read the full article → from Town Election: Who is on the ballot & Candidate’s Night (Updated)
Even after significant assistance from the state, Southborough’s share of the Trottier Middle School roof replacement project is estimated at $5.4M. Read the full article → from Trottier Roof Replacement headed to Town Meeting (Updated)
The Southborough based group protesting “anti-democratic action and extremist rhetoric” is inviting the community to join their efforts this week.
Tonight, “Stand Up Now!” organizers are hosting a sign-making event.
The signs will be needed when they join a No Kings rally in Boston this Saturday. Read the full article → from Stand Up Now invites participation in No Kings March
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
This week, the Select Board approved a charge to create a new ad hoc committee dedicated to exploring steps to deal with a cemetery that will run out of space for new graves.
The work will include considering a project to convert a historic stone water tower into a “Columbarium”. Read the full article → from Volunteer to explore Cemetery Future & Expansion
Every year, area senior citizens are welcomed to a special conference hosted by our district’s state senator. This year’s event is scheduled for Thursday, April 23rd. Read the full article → from 45th Annual Senior Conference — April 23
I missed a significant impact from the high winds on Monday night. Downed trees and limbs, knocked down wires around town, and blocked off two roads. The issues impacted departments housed in the South Union Building at 21 Highland Street. Read the full article → from Town Depts impacted by Monday night’s winds
Last night, the Select Board approved the charge for a new Elementary School Building Committee. In less than two weeks, they will interview applicants to serve on the committee and start making appointments. Read the full article → from Apply soon for the “Elementary School Building Committee”