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Archived Page 116 July 26, - August 1, 2009 |
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What a Difference a Day Makes
August 1, 2009 - The Sudbury Reservoir Parkerville Road during a stormy July 31 and below a Sunny Sudbury Reservoir White Bagley Road August 1.
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Which Plan?
This past Tuesday night selectmen’s meeting had selectmen telling two committees to come together to look at each plan that would be submitted. The Municipal Facilities committee is charged with coming up with a plan to provide the police department with a new building while the Southborough historical commission would like to retain the original Peters Annex High School. Nancy Vargas has spent an enormous time and energy into preliminary plans for an annex off of the current police station to provide needed police department upgrades and save the historical building. Meanwhile the Municipal Facilities committee has spent moneys for study and preliminary architectural plans for replacement of the building with ultimate attachment to the Fire Department. They have been limited by the structure of the land that is owned by the town between the police and fire departments. The Southborough Police Department is in serious need of updating to come into the 21st century. The current department has inadequate space for all of it’s’ functions at the current site. To top off the pros and cons of building or adding to a site at the current location that would limit future expansion is the potential for the “High Speed Video” site at 150 Cordaville road. That site could prove to be a welcome site for a public safety site that could include both fire and police at a reasonable cost for purchase and renovation and leave room for future expansion. It would mean easy access to all sides of town from the nearby intersection of route 9 and 85. It also could give the departments adequate space now and for future demands. It would most likely be more cost effective in the long run for purchase, renovation and leaving options for the future vs being locked into a site currently at the police and fire site where expansion will be limited. It was left by selectmen that the committees and town department heads come up with cooperative plans for the special town meeting in September. The plans should include what would be involved including looking into the 150 Cordaville Road and what the costs would be for purchase, renovation and taking the building off the current tax rolls. Selectmen Giordlandino suggested very strongly that all groups work cooperatively to come up with their plans. |
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Just Another Day in Paradise
August 1, 2009 Another Rainy day with storms bringing torrential rainfall and downbursts. |
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What's Up?
Some people have asked about the recent misses in updates of the Southborough News. First I would like to remind people that my full time job is working with the United States Department of Agriculture Animal Plant Health Inspection Services in Worcester with the Asian Long Horned Beetle program. (Hopefully the beetle will never visit Southborough). The Southborough News is a one person operation. I really enjoy coming home and updating the website nightly. I have a wonderful family that supports me in my endeavor covering Southborough. My husband was born here and our children are fourth generation Southborough. I basically attend as many meetings, activities and events as I can make (especially since we do not currently have many meetings covered by cable.) I then go home and update the website bringing the news, events and happenings from around town. As many of you know, my mom suffers from Alzheimer’s and has been in a nursing home now for over two years. I try to make it up to Billerica to see her as often as permits. My brother and sisters and I have worked for the last year to make my mom’s property presentable for sale and have just recently sold it to have mom’s nursing home bills covered by Medicare. We now have to do the same for a New Hampshire condo campsite that dad bought for all of his children and grandchildren ten years ago. Unfortunately, mom and dad did not have a trust fund set up for their properties. This is a HUGE learning lesson for us and our property and inheritance for our children. I still have family commitments and most recently have taken up a battle on the insurance front. On Monday July 20th my daughter was driving her car north on route 85 north with a friend when they were struck by a distracted driver making a left turn right in front of her. Our daughter attempted to stop her vehicle in enough time to avoid the collision but was unable to. Luckily she avoided a head on collision. The collision as some of you may know took place at Richards Road and Route 85. Her and her friend were injured and taken to the Marlborough Hospital. Our daughter lost some time out of work due to a shoulder injury from the seat belt and her friend had a nice welt on her head from striking the post near the front windshield. Her mom and family and our family spent about five hours in the ER that night. It did knock out the traffic light system for about twenty-four hours. In over thirty years, we have paid insurance whether car or house, this was the first time we had to put in a claim. The Southborough News has not been updated a few nights because of this. I had spent countless hours and visits to the insurance company. The adjuster had talked with the auto body shop about a price for repairs, and then with one full swoop of the button the car was totaled. Our daughter had bought the car herself with hard earned money. Now we find out because the adjuster totaled it beyond the repair bill that we if we want it repaired have to buy back the vehicle and lose out on prorated sales tax. The adjuster also forgot on his report many discrepancies about what the vehicle had for packages. We also looked within one hundred miles of Southborough for a similar car. Nothing under $6,000. It has been an uphill battle to get what we think is a fair amount for her vehicle to be repaired or replaced and it still hasn’t’ been resolved. Although our daughter did not cause the accident, going through the claims process practically makes us think as she was the operator in fault. It has been a tough situation that we hope we can make come to a suitable close ASAP. So if I have been negligent in updating it has been for family situations and for that I apologize. |
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Tractor Accident Update
Charles Hanson a farmer from Hanson Farms, Framingham, Ma remains in a hospital from injuries suffered in a Farming accident at Chestnut Hill Farms. Southborough. His grandson Matthew was also injured but not transported to a hospital. The elder Hanson is still listed in serious condition at U MASS Medical in Worcester. The accident happened at the Beal’s Farm on Chestnut Hill Road. Mr. Hanson is a long time farmer owning the regionally known Hanson farm on Nixon Road in Framingham. |
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Route 9 Icon
August 1, 2009 - You just never know what is going to be on the "space" message board. |
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Selectmen's meeting - July 28, 2009 - Selectmen appointed Ms Kelly Rovendo to full time communications officer. Kelly has worked for eight months for the Southborough police and came highly recommended by Acting Police Chief Jane Moran. When asked by Selectmen why she applied for the job she quickly answered that she likes being a part of the team effort of the Police and Fire that they bring to the town. She stated she looks forward to learning and growing with the department. All of the selectmen commended her attitude and work ethic. She will start in her new position on the next police full time rotation schedule. The Southborough Fire Department Ladder Committee met with the selectmen and advisory committee to discuss a date for holding a special town meeting for the purchase of a new Quint (All in one vehicle for a ladder, pumper, water tank, fire hose and ground ladders). In order to go to town meeting with a figure the committee and the town will have to prepare an RFP and bid. Several sources have helped in hopes of defraying the cost of a new truck to replace the current defunct ladder truck. A firemen's ball was held this past spring that raised over $83,000. There has also been some private donations and donations from St. Mark's $10,000 per year for ten years, Fay School $10,000 a year for ten years and the New England Center for Children which has been one of the larger supporters for a new truck. They will donate besides their $76,000 per year payment in lieu of taxes $6,000 twice a year for ten years making a $120,000 contribution. Roughly there is a committed total of $350,000 for the new truck currently. The estimated cost is in the vicinity of $900,000 +. The question was asked why can't we share a ladder truck or depend on mutual aid. Selectman Boland and Chief Mauro responded that those trucks could already be in use when we need them or that they could be in the shop making that decision not the best one for the Town of Southborough. Selectmen also considered several proposals from Police Chief Jane Moran about replacement of high mileage cruisers. The department is looking to replace one cruiser with a Ford Explorer and are unsure if they should go for two as Ford will be discontinuing the Crown "Vics" police models. Chief Moran said that the SUV most likely would have the higher value at the end of it's life vs. the cruisers that the department currently owns. Southborough gets lots of snow and has several miles of dirt roads, hilly driveways and has always been in need of a 4 X 4 vehicle within the department. She also presented proposals to have three bylaws changed to come into compliance or to make them easier to enforce. One would be to model the marijuana law after the town of Hudson for collection of fees which has already met the Attorney General's criteria. Another would affect how the ACO collects fees and to change some of the current language on the bylaw especially addressing kennels. She also brought up the Solicitor bylaw that the late police Chief William Webber had brought to the floor of Town meeting a few years ago. The special town meeting warrant will be open until August 11, 2009. |
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PILOT Programs Discussed
(file photo Fay School Construction) July 30, 2009 - Fairness When it came time to talk about support of the ladder truck and the town payment in lieu of taxes, Selectmen expressed dismay in the private boarding school Fay School and what they proposed. The $10,000 per year for ten years is $5,000 more than what they have been paying per year. Selectmen also interpreted their letter to say that there would be no other PILOT payment considered per year that the $10,000 would be solely for the fire truck. St. Mark's plans to make the $10,000 per year for ten years in addition to their $20,000 PILOT. The New England Center for Children has been a leader in supporting town services in Southborough. They will donate $12,000 per year for ten years in addition to their $77,000 annual PILOT. Selectmen Giorlandino was disappointed in Fay's move. He stated he pays for a single family house over $6800 per year like many other residents in town. For years now Fay School has only contributed $5,000 per year yet they are under major expansion right now and will be increasing their enrollment with the new primary wing. Fire ball committee chair Rebecca Waterfall made sure that the audience did notice that Fay School has at least matched the same amount as St. Mark's school (a private high school and boarding school). Residents in the audience also expressed disappointment and reiterated all of the private homes that Fay school has bought up and taken off the tax roles in recent years. The cost to send a child to Fay school (a private junior boarding school) runs from $19,000 for a grade 1 student to $25,200 for 6-9th grade day students. On top of that boarding costs at the school run $42,750 to $50,000 per student. There are 380 students attending Fay School as listed on their website facts page. Selectmen Boland who worked with the committee on approaching the non-profit schools also stated that they have not as yet heard back from the fourth which is the Harvard book depository and primate Center off Pine Hill Road. Selectmen are in the process of developing a committee to study and report back on the PILOT program within the town of Southborough. Mr. Boland also noted that the schools donate to the town in a non-monitory way by use of their fields and facilities for various things such as recreational skating. |
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Sunflower
July 30, 2009 - A sunflower brightens up the day. |
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Flags to be lowered to Half Mast tomorrow
Governor Patrick is ordering the
American and Commonwealth Flags lowered to half-staff on Friday, July 31st
from sunrise until sunset for Corporal Nicholas Xiarhos who was killed in
action.
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Farm Life
July 30, 2009 - The Belted Galloways graze in the field next to the community gardens in the evening glow. |
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Half Moon
July 30, 2009 - The moon was out bright late this afternoon. |
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Chestnut Hill Farm
July 28, 2009 - Scenic view off Chestnut Hill Road earlier in the week. Today near tragedy struck. In a statement from the Southborough Fire Chief: At 2:27 PM, the 9-1-1 communications center received a call for two men that were reported to have been run over by a tractor off of Chestnut Hill Road. Police and fire personnel responded to find two people with injuries; a 76 year old male with serious and potentially life-threatening injuries, and a 23 year old with non-life threatening injuries. Paramedics from the Southborough Fire Department attended to the injured. Life-Flight was called, but due it an extended estimated time of arrival, it was decided to transport the 76 year old male by ambulance to U-Mass Memorial University Campus. The 23 year old declined medical transport. |
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 Try
some of these Birthday Party ideas for the young set Hooray for Books
located at
*31 Elizabeth Rd Pinkalicious, Tea Party, Chef for a Day, Perfecto Pizza, The Castle is Open, Pajama Party and Pirates. Besides birthday parties, Hooray for Books runs summer camps for little bakers, chef's in Training and Cooking camps or try the First Grade Book/Cook Club, K Stay program, Book Lovin' Babies and more. Just click the ad Hooray for Books. |
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Hazy Days
July 28, 2009 - Haze drifts through the views at Rural Cemetery. |
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Some New Shade
July 28, 2009 -Because there is little shade around Woodward School and Choate Field areas the Recreation Commission felt it was important to help protect participants from too much sun exposure. We also have two additional umbrella shades that will be installed on Choate Field which will happen early fall. This will also benefit the community as a whole. |
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Eastern Boarder Skate Clinic August 1 still room to sign up Click for Southborough Recreation Website |
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Looking for something different to try? REI August Schedule for Open Climbing in Framingham 8/1/2009 1:00 AM Join us at REI's Climbing
Pinnacle. Whether a veteran, beginner, or never experienced the thrill of
indoor climbing, this event is for you! Location:REI Framingham Store at the Pinnacle Contact: REI Customer Service at 508-270-6325 Cost:FREE for REI Co-op members, $10 for non-members. Registration Required? No. |
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Parked in the Rough
July 27, 2009 - Actually this golf cart isn't in the tall grass but the angle of the photo taken makes it look as that. |
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Volunteers Needed
The Southborough Recreation Department is in need of volunteers for Summer Nights, August 30, 2009.
Volunteers Needed: 6 adults for parking and dunk tank 10 teens or adults for the 3 inflatable 6 teens or adults for face painting (art experience a plus) Times will be rotated so people will still be able to enjoy the event. All students will receive a letter for their community service. This event is all run on donations and only a few volunteers that make it all happen. We really need additional help the day of the event. Contact: Doreen Ferguson Director Southborough Recreation 21 Highland St. Southborough, MA 01772 phone: 508-229-4452 fax: 508-485-7189 |
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Nikolas Manousaridis MANOUSARIDIS, Nikolas Of Southborough, July 25, 2009. Beloved husband of Tracy (Glick) Manousaridis. Loving father of Leanne, Jonny and Celia Manousaridis. Devoted son of John and Parthena ( Sideropoulos) Manousaridis of Katerini, Greece. Brother of Harry Manousaridis of IL. Also survived by many loving cousins and extended family. Late owner Brothers Auto Center, Sudbury. Funeral service at the Greek Evangelical Church of Boston, 1115 Centre St., Newton, Tues. July 28 at 10 AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Nikolas may be made to Tedy's Team, American Stroke Assoc. www.kintera.org Family will receive visitors at his late residence, Tues., Wed., Thurs., July 28, 29, 30, 4-8pm. For remembrances please visit www.mem.com Duckett-J. S. Waterman Home of Memorial Tribute Sudbury 978-443-5777 |
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Caring For Your Pets in the Hot Weather
• Never leave pets in a car, even with the windows down. The inside of a car can reach temperatures in excess of 150 degrees in a matter of minutes. • • If keeping a pet outside, make sure that pets have adequate shelter from the sun and plenty of fresh water at all times. • Plan outside activities with your pets during the cooler parts of the day: early morning and evening. Limit the outside activity of your pets during the heat of the day.
• During hot weather sidewalks and pavement radiate excessive amounts of heat and can be too hot for the pads of your pet's paws. Consider that if the sidewalk is too hot for you to walk barefoot, it is too hot for your pet to walk on. • Allow access to the coolest part of your home. If you don’t have air conditioning, or you turn it off while at work, make sure your pet can get to a cool place, such as a basement. • Take extra precautions in hot weather for dogs that are elderly, overweight or snub-nosed. • Always have a disaster plan in place for you, your family and your pets. • Remember, WHEN YOU GO, THEY GO. DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT THEM. If you are told to evacuate, take your pets with you. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS BEHIND. Additional pet safety information can be accessed through the State of Massachusetts Animal Response Team website: www.smart-mass.org |
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The Nature Trail and Cranberry Bog at Patriot Place South Retail
Center
Nature Trail Regular Hours
The day’s events include: Guided tours of the half-mile Nature Trail by a Bass Pro Shops expert. Tour times TBA. Ocean Spray sampling, Noon - 5pm. Ducks Unlimited wood duck house display and don’t miss the golden retriever safety exhibit, Time TBA. Tour the Nature Trail with Smokey the Bear! He’ll be giving tours at 1:30pm and 2:30pm. Face painting for the kids, 2pm-4pm. Ocean Spray growers will be in the cranberry bog among many cranberries, explaining the growing process. Kids Club Storytime: stories about nature and the great outdoors, 3pm Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Healthy Heart Trails Initiative information, Time TBA. View a mini cranberry bog and learn about how the cranberry harvesting process works. Have you been to Bass Pro at Gillette? You don't have to buy anything to see what's in the store. There is quite the collection of animal mounts of North America but one of their best features is the two story freshwater fish tank. |
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Vandal Spree
July 26, 2009 - Over a dozen homes were hit by vandals this weekend in the Wildwood and Southwood Road area. Mailboxes and light posts were completely smashed to the ground for no reason other than what someone may have thought was fun. However, it wasn't fun and it was a costly night with many mailboxes pushed over and light posts left leaning or worse completely on the ground. The lights themselves expensive energy saving bulbs smashed. Some of which most likely according to residents contained mercury. Vandalism is wasted energy that could be put to better use. If you have any information about this incident please contact the Southborough Police Department on their business line 508-485-2147. |
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Summer Colors
July 26, 2009 - Reader John Kendall sent in this photo of Brown Eyed Susans welcoming finally warmth and sunshine. |
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Once Again Storm Clouds
July 26, 2009 - Storm clouds gather earlier today. Most severe storms stayed west of Worcester. |
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Street Sign Down
July 26, 2009 - The sign at the intersection of Route 85 and Route 30 lies on the side of the road. According to the police log a motor vehicle hit it. |
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Southborough meetings July 26- August 1, 2009
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Falconi Golf Tournament: Anyone interested in volunteering for the Falconi Golf Tournament subcommittee should see Mary or Alice at the front office or call (508) 229-4453. Anyone wishing to donate items to the Falconi Golf Tournament Silent Auction (i.e. major sports tickets, timeshare rentals, etc.) should submit their name and donation description to Mary or Alice at the front office or call (508) 229-4453. Alice’s Gift Shop: Please stop by and see what Alice has in the gift shop this summer. There are some really pretty items. If you would like to make a donation, please drop them off at the front desk. Computers: We now have two computers in the hall before you enter our main room that are now hooked up to the internet. You will be able to read e-mail and look up information as well as play some fun card games. Feel free to sit down and use the computers. Let us know if you would like any help.
FITNESS Please be aware that Brad will be on vacation on Monday Wednesday, July 29th
Senior Center open 9:00 AM - 12 noon Saturdays |
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Library Schedule July 26 - August 1, 2009
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The Marlboro Senior Softball teams were in action last week. The Iron Workers Union Local #7. The Friends of the Marlborough Seniors softball team traveled to Shrewsbury and split a doubleheader winning the first game 7 – 4 and losing the 2nd 6 – 4. Marlboro’s offense was led by Paul Starek 4 for 6 and Emory Payne 4 for 7 Team Record are the Friends of the Marlboro Seniors is 9 and 9 and the Iron Workers Union Local #7 is 15 and 5 |
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As
the summer heat approaches, here are some preparedness tips to consider when
caring for your pets: 
