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Staff reported the library project has more than $100,000 in bond funds still outstanding and that the townhouse project may need to be rebonded for “200 and something thousand” because the project is not yet complete. Committee members said that state and accounting procedures require reconciliation of project expenditures and that unresolved project‑reconciliation (PR) documentation is delaying return or reallocation of those funds. One member said the issue has caused the committee and accounting staff “to lose sleep” and characterized the situation as “out of compliance.”

Committee members discussed designating a liaison to follow up with facilities staff and trustees to get PRs completed and to determine whether funds can be returned to the CPC or must remain obligated. A member who had been designated previously said they would resume liaison duties and attempt to obtain a clear path forward within a month; committee members also suggested inviting facilities staff (John Parent was referenced) or trustees to a future meeting for an update.

The committee concluded that resolving these outstanding closeouts was a high priority because completing reconciliations could make several hundred thousand dollars available for future CPC projects.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Town of Southborough: Community Preservation Committee 2/27/25","oneSentenceSummary","Committee members raised concerns about outstanding project closeouts and bond reconciliations for multiple town projects, including the library and townhouse, which may require rebonding or accounting actions to free up funds.","taxTitle","Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts","taxId",56453,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6305083,"CPC seeks affidavit language and application updates for donated fire truck: ownership, public access, insurance, anti‑aid checks",524,2477000,3001000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2450027-04464fff350a07a8d95982b4776c68f1&start=2477&end=3001","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2450027-04464fff350a07a8d95982b4776c68f1/thumbnail_2477000.jpg","/articles/6305083/Town-of-Southborough/Worcester-County/Massachusetts/CPC-seeks-affidavit-language-and-application-updates-for-donated-fire-truck-ownership-public-access-insurance-antiaid-checks","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6305083-dfb6fee88ff34398bf3afe821a9ace8e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174874&Signature=I3zZurfNYmD4TCBZZTwnq0TSj-ox4FW1cP4-0k5XnhpJlL4heBbG0rwZoBNlSHg6VprxhoEDmrfNHUg8o4QcCig-XcOUpvfRKrsPoYLIXq6kW8aF1SPfoeQsZBaIbV4enk-r3mwV~mPs~Q-uYJdLjZ6QPQuPEDogVk4GJAXdW4VFQ-O3zpKRWmdrWxXMmirFfSSSEjtUUAQ8jD9XDuw7D2ujov4h876TlORSFX4K448TsKgYQGuj~x-h3x-1NL-iVKmZLRJUMbpEzp8zPQ94yax4ffecgXFtUjcBM-VxJ4dcO2Kx75Kf9xNGsBaTaKUteqwsjFitbTsjDNNlVTeT5A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Community Preservation Committee discussed outstanding items for an application to accept and steward a donated fire truck, focusing on affidavit language and supporting documentation.

Committee members told the applicant team they need an affidavit that clarifies ownership (the committee favored town ownership or equivalent control), preserves public access to the vehicle, and specifies insurance responsibilities. One member summarized the core concerns: “One of the things that the affidavit is that the Association… the town would retain the… ownership truck,” and committee members repeatedly asked for language ensuring public access for display or events.

Staff reminded the committee that nonprofit recipients of public funds must meet public‑benefit requirements consistent with the state’s anti‑aid doctrine; committee counsel and staff will confirm whether the affidavit suffices or whether a grant agreement and additional due diligence are required. The applicant was asked to include a storage/maintenance letter from the fire chief (the applicant said such a letter exists), photographs of the truck, and a second cost estimate (the committee had approved the application previously with only one estimate). Insurance coverage was described as the responsibility of the association that would store the vehicle, and the committee asked that this be documented in the revised application.

Committee members asked staff to work with the applicant (Ben referenced in the meeting) and Town Counsel to draft the affidavit and incorporate any mandatory language to demonstrate public benefit. The committee will vote on the affidavit in a future meeting once revisions and the updated application packet are circulated.","The committee reviewed outstanding issues for an application concerning a donated fire truck: the affidavit must state whether the town retains ownership, guarantee public access, specify insurance responsibilities, and address anti‑aid amendment/public‑benefit requirements for nonprofit recipients.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6305088,"Historical commission seeks expert review for Southborough water tower roof; committee open to special-town-meeting timing",696,980000,1676000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2450027-04464fff350a07a8d95982b4776c68f1&start=980&end=1676","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2450027-04464fff350a07a8d95982b4776c68f1/thumbnail_980000.jpg","/articles/6305088/Town-of-Southborough/Worcester-County/Massachusetts/Historical-commission-seeks-expert-review-for-Southborough-water-tower-roof-committee-open-to-special-town-meeting-timing","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6305088-c9193a4dc6d3bdba329fe298cc1fc03f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174874&Signature=Mg5zTpV4zPF3Kt-CCH3MQ3KyfERfo9TlEjaioNRlPBASyj9n7rNgXzo1LG2~NNOFdm1AbQ5QuowrtHSYBEb-6t7CC2t5CtAHFE1rbsazfAESYFA899mfLXLfwaelJleCfHRfLk45EgcirPI4C~U-pQhWpHAI6v1X2SQ0J3DLVHacbCMNPOM-j0zlwmNl0CVXyWOG6kI2HH-wytzArG3tpXudKuCreR59B7NGVxPplrmFL~Vv8yalBi6Vnu57UkvKKn6PphHJeOtzOpkoGUC6uI6UxHfSt9TCDePL-gO~0qFruaXbTHWDEEsNegUQxBQ1kJoQz1O0y55ER25TI5iimQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Southborough Historical Commission updated the Community Preservation Committee on plans to restore the town water tower’s roof to a historically appropriate standard and asked the committee to consider how to handle consultant fees and timing for a warrant article.

Kevin (representing the Historical Commission) said earlier contractor interest had been inconsistent and that the commission moved to consult architectural historians and restoration specialists. He reported conversations with preservation professionals including Wendy Frontiero and Brian Pfeiffer and that a recommended local contractor, Dennis Semperbon of Holliston, had offered to perform an initial on-site review gratis. Kevin said, “He has offered to do this initial review of the tower, gratis, and to move from there.”

Kevin told the committee that if additional paid research is needed, the consultant’s rate would be $150 an hour and he estimated no more than about five hours of work (approximately $750). The Historical Commission’s current budget is $1,000; Kevin asked whether the CPC would be amenable to folding a small consultant fee into the overall project cost so the consultant would not wait months for payment if the project is put on a special or fall town meeting warrant.

Committee members agreed they were generally supportive of advancing the project but split on timing. Several members preferred including the item at a fall Town Meeting to allow for a fuller bid package and review; others asked whether the May 10 special Town Meeting might be possible if the consultant visit and a quote could be produced before printing deadlines. One member noted that the Select Board controls the scope of the upcoming special Town Meeting and suggested staff check with the Select Board chair about whether the article could be added.

On-site work to date revealed that exterior rafters appeared in good condition but that an interior horizontal crack was visible and should be examined by someone with roofing, carpentry and masonry experience. Kevin said he favored doing the work to a high standard even if it delays the bid cycle, to ensure a long-lasting restoration in advance of the town’s tricentennial in 2027.

The committee asked Kevin to pursue a site visit with the recommended contractor and to check whether the Select Board would permit a spring special-town-meeting article; staff were asked to report back with timelines to the committee before their next meeting.","The Historical Commission reported it is pursuing historically accurate roof repair for the town water tower, recommending a local restoration specialist and asking the CPC about including limited consultant fees in the project cost and timing for a potential special town meeting.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6305090,"Southborough CPC debates MOA language, sunset clauses and disbursement steps for housing allocations",0,919000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2450027-04464fff350a07a8d95982b4776c68f1&start=919&end=919","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2450027-04464fff350a07a8d95982b4776c68f1/thumbnail_919000.jpg","/articles/6305090/Town-of-Southborough/Worcester-County/Massachusetts/Southborough-CPC-debates-MOA-language-sunset-clauses-and-disbursement-steps-for-housing-allocations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6305090-fc24625619cee21b7a9a202f2193b833/orig.mp4?Expires=1771174874&Signature=e29LQePY5odH1ZO0ab3irN~OgmBR2cJff4Akwe0~IVe94QBh8te14-X35m3jFm0i~8STbbJrZ4gS~y3QvH7E79qReMvAS4JtuGGH4b-4fop1llNi3OITGd-pzOyaXnn6MYLj8fODPme5AEnVLM--FFdFs--SVehePK7gHUl1F8~gcLHMVeMRciPHpEthPBmcbQzU5Rfke1DTJzik~dfrPn2SaaCicM6j-7buq0iar6AdxVM~vtwI0AZVNb3cnuiCxUkISm~U9RytdiPlKFZLyjVRVoluOZ12T4D8qxPGiH57OZ03bEgXnqQ3Wv7rgJuPfvMLKuTEcoFEcL6PfVZlEA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Members of the Southborough Community Preservation Committee spent a large portion of their meeting reviewing draft MOA language governing transfers to the town’s Affordable Housing Trust and how unused funds should be handled.

Committee members flagged three issues as priorities: clear language tying an allocation to the “project” the application describes, a sunset or return mechanism for unused allocations, and a documented disbursement process so transferred funds do not remain inactive in the Trust. “So after if whatever funds are not used after 2 years or whatever, you know, they they would be returned to CPA,” a committee member said during the discussion about sunset timing. The group discussed a range of sunset options and repeatedly returned to two years as a reasonable first-cycle period.

The discussion also addressed past transfers that never were re-requested by recipient organizations. One member described a prior transfer of “200 and something thousand” that remained in the CPC account because the recipient trust never requested the funds after Town Meeting approval. Committee members said that reconciling those historical transfers will affect how much should be held back in current allocations while the MOA is finalized.

Committee members asked that town staff (referred to in the meeting as Jay and others) clean up the draft MOA language to clarify what constitutes a “project” for the allocation, to add a sunset provision, and to spell out the mechanics of the transfer after Town Meeting. Staff were also asked to consult with Town Counsel and the accounting department to ensure the transfer forms and timing match the town’s procedures. One member said the accounting department will require signatures and forms for transfers and that the MOA should reflect that process.

The committee set a tentative follow-up meeting for a Wednesday (discussed as March 5 in the meeting) and agreed to circulate a revised MOA in advance. The Affordable Housing Trust portion of the meeting adjourned by voice vote and roll-call: Kristen (yes), Grant (yes), Allen (yes), Brett (yes), Lisa (yes).","Committee members discussed language for a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the Affordable Housing Trust, including sunset timing for unused funds, the disbursement process after Town Meeting and reconciliation of prior transfers that may need to be returned to the CPC account.","actionData","errors"]

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