https://southborough.info/issues/northborough-road-chapter-61a-parcel/ 2026-10-16T15:05:38-04:00 https://southborough.info/topics/t2MR3sJzMA0/0 2026-06-18T12:00:00Z

The chair moved to enter executive session under MGL Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6) to discuss a potential real estate acquisition. The chair determined that an open discussion would have a detrimental effect on the town's negotiating position. The board voted by roll call to enter executive session and did not return to open session. Outcome: Approved entering executive session with no return to open session

https://southborough.info/topics/OgJvJPAuw7E/6 2026-04-15T12:00:00Z

The commission briefly noted that the town has a right of first refusal on a parcel on Northborough Road. The Affordable Housing trust or committee is actively evaluating the site, and the Recreation Commission will monitor the process.

https://southborough.info/topics/uzARxOEZKLY/1 2026-04-14T12:00:00Z

The chair reported consulting with town counsel, who confirmed that discussions of the Chapter 61A property opportunity qualified for executive session regarding potential real property acquisition. Trustee Al Hamilton recused himself from official participation due to a conflict of interest. Following public comment from Hamilton as a private citizen, the board voted to enter executive session under state open meeting law exemption 6. Outcome: Voted 4-0 to enter executive session.

https://southborough.info/topics/3JDB7DRAYlg/3 2026-04-02T12:00:00Z

The commission discussed a Chapter 61A Notice of Intent to Sell Lot 3, an approximately 1.5-acre parcel on the south side of Northborough Road, part of the Johnson property. The conservation agent and members noted that this specific lot has limited conservation value due to its small size and proximity to already-developed frontage, while acknowledging other nearby parcels abutting the aqueduct have higher conservation significance. The commission opted not to recommend that the Select Board exercise the town's right of first refusal. Outcome: No recommendation to exercise right of first refusal; no formal action taken.

https://southborough.info/topics/uupnzKNv2Mo/5 2026-03-25T12:00:00Z

The board evaluated a 1.47-acre parcel on Northborough Road subject to a Chapter 61A right of first refusal at a price of $216,000. Members debated the parcel's development viability, noting that while the front portion has favorable soils for septic, the rear contains wetlands and requires quick action if the town wants to exercise its option. Outcome: Members will investigate site percolation records and developer interest before taking formal action.