Letters- Page 21

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Letter: Endorsement for Widmer 

March 17, 2024
I am strongly endorsing Michael Widmer for Moderator. I have known Mike for over 30 years and have collaborated with him throughout my 12-year tenure as a Select Board member and also as a former member of the Warrant Committee. Mike has…

Letter: No on the Override

March 16, 2024
Belmont taxpayers “Beware” If the override is defeated, we are told the town will have to “accept a devastating set of changes” Schools will be closed, the fire station will be shuttered, and dozens and dozens of school personnel including teachers will…

Letter: Support for Off-Leash program

March 15, 2024
I am not a dog owner, but I wholeheartedly endorse an off-leash program for dogs in Belmont. It fosters a tremendous sense of community and contributes significantly to the well-being of our elderly and disabled dog owners for whom street walking is…

Letter: Enthusiastic Support for Taylor

March 14, 2024
I am excited about Matt Taylor’s candidacy for the Select Board. Matt’s fresh perspective will bring new and creative energy to the Select Board as Belmont faces many challenges. Matt has already made an impact in creating ways for our residents to…

Letter: Support for Lubien

March 14, 2024
We are writing to endorse Geoff Lubien for Belmont’s Select Board.We strongly believe in expanding Belmont’s commercial tax base and local economy. Belmontmust diversify its tax base and support vibrant local business centers. In the fall Special Town Meeting, we prepared and…

Letter: Waverley is ‘Pretty Good’

March 14, 2024
I rent in the Waverley neighborhood, and I like it here. I’d be happy to see zoning changes that bring some more housing to the neighborhood. In response to recent MBTA rezoning articles, I think I have a perspective to offer that…

Letter: Re-Elect Meg Moriarty 

March 13, 2024
As the end of the Belmont teacher contract draws nearer, the events in Newton this winter have focused my attention on the upcoming race for the School Committee. One candidate stands out above the others, and that is Meg Moriarty. One of…

Letter: Beatrice Circle Plan Fraught with Issues 

March 13, 2024
I own the property at 105 Beatrice Circle.  As a member of Build Wise Belmont, I have worked with others over the past few years to bring a thoughtful approach to a developer’s plan to build a multi-unit housing project at 91…

Letter: Support for Off-Leash Program 

March 8, 2024
I am not a dog owner but wholeheartedly endorse an off-leash program for dogs in Belmont. It fosters a tremendous sense of community and contributes significantly to the well-being of our elderly and disabled dog owners for whom street walking is a…