I’m voting no on Question 5 on this year’s ballot
Normally I don’t find myself becoming invested in many of the ballot measures that are proposed to Massachusetts voters come election season. This year however, several of the questions caught my eye.
Vote ‘no’ on Senior Center project
I support renovation of the Hampden Senior Center, but the current proposal of millions of dollars is not a prudent use of Hampden’s resources. I am concerned that this proposal does not respect the wishes of the residents who voted “no” at both the 2024 Annual Town Meeting and the spring override election, and is simply a way around the will of the people.
Middle school issues for voters to consider
Town committee members made judgments on two separate issues, coupling their decisions as the basis for state funding.
Group of residents opposes middle school location
Over the last few months, we have tried to point out the numerous issues related to placing a combined middle school capable of accommodating 700 students in the Williams athletic field.
Removal of historic stone bench is a desecration
There are times I wish there could be more candid discussion in government.