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School committee votes to request town transfer or easement of parcel to create second egress at Hastings
Summary
Following working‑group recommendations on parking‑lot congestion and safety at Hastings, the committee voted to ask the Select Board to transfer a town parcel (near 115 East Main St.) or grant an easement to allow a one‑way egress/curb cut and future parking improvements.
The Westborough School Committee voted to request that the Select Board transfer jurisdiction of a town‑owned parcel (near 115 East Main Street) or grant an easement to enable a second egress from the Hastings school parking area.
Superintendent Allison presented findings from a working group that has examined congestion and safety in the Hastings drop‑off area. She said a second egress — a curb cut onto Main Street — would reduce backups and safety risks tied to children and vehicles converging at a single entrance. She said the property currently is town‑owned and that the committee must petition the Select Board for transfer of jurisdiction or an easement to build the egress.
Committee member Steve moved that the committee ask the Select Board to transfer the parcel to school committee jurisdiction on the basis that the parcel adjoins existing school property and could serve immediate and longer‑term needs; the motion was seconded and carried by voice vote.
Discussion included operational implications (mowing and basic upkeep), potential to add parking or relocate seasonal operations, and questions about the mechanics of transferring jurisdiction. The superintendent said staff will coordinate with legal counsel to draft any letter or request to the Select Board.
Next step: staff will prepare a formal request and legal review to present to the Select Board.
