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Complete the 2025 Southborough Resident “Satisfaction” survey

The Town is seeking important feedback from residents by December 31st. Input could impact decisions made for Town budgets, and Articles brought to Town Meeting voters.

by Beth Melo on

Let Town officials know how you feel about services and resources, and what you would like to see prioritized. Plus, weigh in on whether/how the town should review government structure (Town Meeting, elected vs. appointed board roles, etc.) Read the full article → from Complete the 2025 Southborough Resident “Satisfaction” survey

Developers hope to build 60 rental units on Southville Road

The two 3 story buildings would exceed what voters were told was viable on the undeveloped 4 acre parcel

by Beth Melo on

In this week’s Planning Board meeting, members heard from developers proposing the first large development under Southborough’s MBTA Communities Zoning bylaw voters passed last fall. Read the full article → from Developers hope to build 60 rental units on Southville Road

Reminder: Register your holiday lights/outdoor decor by Monday

Rec is holding a 2nd annual House Decorating contest and asking community to provide info for a map of "festive houses" worth driving by

by Beth Melo on

I’m reminding readers that this Monday is the deadline to put your home on the decorated homes map. Even if you don’t think you’d win a contest — If you invested time (or money) in putting up a display that you’re proud of, make sure community members know where to find you!

And if you think you may have an award-worth display, make sure to register in time to win those bragging rights and a prize. Read the full article → from Reminder: Register your holiday lights/outdoor decor by Monday

School Building Update: Special Town Meeting in March on Study Options and Neary Roof

by Beth Melo on

The Select Board plans to ask Southborough voters to approve funding 1-3 Feasibility Studies for a school renovation or addition, plus urgently needed work on the Neary School roof.

The ask will be presented at a Special Town Meeting, tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 7th. If the expense is high enough, Town election voters may also need to approve a ballot measure in May. Read the full article → from School Building Update: Special Town Meeting in March on Study Options and Neary Roof

Pine Hill Meadow Garden Continues Setting Records for Food Harvested for Food Pantries

A Southborough neighborhood is sharing its annual update on its growing success supporting area shelters and food pantries through its community garden.

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One of the Pine Hill Meadow Garden’s founders asked me to give readers an update on volunteers’ efforts in their sixth season.. Read the full article → from Pine Hill Meadow Garden Continues Setting Records for Food Harvested for Food Pantries

The week in government (Updated)

Joint Meeting on School building project; Planning Board on MBTA Communities Development at Southville Rd and Compliance for 40-42 Central Street; School Committee; ZBA Hearing on Blue Sky Utility at 150 Cordaville Rd & 250 Turnpike 40B; and more

by Beth Melo on

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 (Updated)

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