The Board of Selectmen last night voted for the Main Street Design Working Group to continue their work. The BOS opted to not “block” the group at this stage. This was despite some members’ disappointment in the state’s position on the intersection at Routes 30 and 85. Read the full article → from Main Street Design Working Group to continue exploring design options; BOS to ask Ted’s to waive right to use intersection
This week’s meetings include reporting out on MassDOT’s response to the town’s comments on the Main Street project. Read the full article → from The week in government (8/11-18/14): MassDOT’s response to report from Main Street Design Working Group
A look at speed reports on Main Street makes me ask – Do most drivers behave differently in their own neighborhoods than they do on other roads? Read the full article → from Main Street or your neighborhood – What’s your “safe” speed?
Last night, MassDOT held a public hearing on the Main Street reconstruction project. Just over 60 residents were in attendance to hear and/or be heard. Read the full article → from Main St hearing: Some common ground; public comments will be considered until June 28th
Last night, the Main Street Design Working Group presented their findings to the Board of Selectmen. The group was in near consensus with each other, but not always with the plan, or with Selectmen. Read the full article → from Main Street Design Group releases findings: Recommended changes and areas of dispute
My Southborough accepts signed letters to the editor submitted by Southborough residents. Letters may be emailed to mysouthborough@gmail.com. Read the full article → from Letter: Consider Main Street concerns and attend tonight’s state hearing
On Wednesday night, the State Hearing for the Main Street reconstruction project is taking place. In preparation, five other boards and committees will be discussing the project on Monday and Tuesday.
Of course, there is other town business on board agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government (6/16 – 6/22/14) Big week for Main Street; Planning Board vacancy; and new Assistant Superintendent
The Main Street Design Working Group created a website to encourage residents to stay informed on their work and progress. Read the full article → from Keep tabs on Main Street Design Working Group
Tthe Main Street Design Working Group updated the Board of Selectmen on their work. Chair Martin Healey told the board not to expect their final report until the night before the State Public Hearing. Before preparing the report, they have one more scheduled public hearing. Read the full article → from Thursday night last chance for input to Main Street Design Working Group
Last night, the Main Street Design Working Group expressed worries about necessary public comment and its pending deadline.
Next week, the group is inviting public comment from 7-9 on Monday, June 2 and Thursday, June 5. Member Claire Reynolds hoped that residents wouldn’t hold their objections to make a show at the June 18th state public hearing. Read the full article → from Main Street Working Group wants constructive public input next week
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. Read the full article → from The week in government (5/5-5/11/14): Main St Design Working Group’s first meeting is tonight
Last night, selectmen followed through on their promise to appoint a short term Main Street Design Working Group. Read the full article → from Working Group appointed to find consensus on Main Street
A list of department and committee meetings for the week. This Tuesday, the BOS plan to follow through on their promise to appoint a working group to review the Main Street reconstruction project and try to address resident concerns. Read the full article → from The week in government (4/28 – 5/4/14): Appoint Main St Working Group members
Last night voters wrapped up 2014 Annual Town Meeting business. It’s not a surprise that emotions were running high on the night that several citizen petitions were addressed. Still, which articles sparked controversy may be a surprise to some of you. Read the full article → from Town Meeting wrap up: Main St committee petition loses by 3 votes, Gulbankians zoning passes and residents nix moves towards Town Manager (Updated)