Opinion - Page 3

At this critical moment in our town, I will confidently vote for Matt Taylor for Select Board. In the midst of a budget crisis, Matt is focused on solutions. As a Town Meeting member and Warrant Committee member, Matt has a deep…

I am writing to urge you to vote for Geoff Lubien for Select Board. I believe he is the best candidate for the position. One attribute that sets Geoff apart from the other candidates is his longstanding engagement and involvement in the…

I found the letter about the cost of a cup of coffee a day being equivalent to what the Town is asking residents to pay in additional property taxes by voting for the Override on Question 1 utterly specious and misleading. For…

“At this time much thought and discussion are being given to the cost of government as expressed in taxes. The expenses incurred in the building and the maintenance of schools are among the large items in the budget.” This remark appeared in…

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…

How we define success for Belmont’s students was at the heart of a sobering review of our special education services at the Feb. 27 School Committee meeting. Our children’s success must be defined by more than standardized test scores, Advanced Placement achievements,…

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…

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…

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…