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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
After a long hiatus, Historical Commission is promoting its relaunched Historic House Sign Program. It is encouraging owners of qualifying homes to apply prior to June 30th to receive a free sign. Read the full article → from Historic House Sign program — apply ASAP (Updated)
At this week’s Planning Board meeting, the board and public weighed in on a potential compromise for a 40B project abutting Breakneck Hill Conservation Land. There were still details some were still a little wary about. But it appeared to have some general support, at least directionally. Read the full article → from 120 Turnpike Road: Compromise in discussion
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
Early this morning, I reported who won the annual Town Election. Now, I’m digging into the results and adding some context. Read the full article → from Election Result Highlights (Updated-Again)
Based on the Town’s posted “unofficial results”, issued late last night, the incumbents ruled in the Annual Town Election. Read the full article → from Election Results are in
Today, (Tuesday, May 14th) is the day of our Town Election.
For those that don’t usually bother with the local election, consider this — there are races on the ballot for officials that vote on decisions that impact your property taxes, how Town departments and our high school are run, what can be built in our town, and much more. Read the full article → from Quick Reminder to Vote 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