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issue, this compares to 664 voters - 45% - that chose not to vote for a Select Board candidate,
and 223 - 15% - that chose note to vote for a School Committe candidate.)
The number of citizens that voted in the town meeting (and that placed a vote on the override
issue) well exceed the HMS auditorium capacity. It would send a message of significance to
the town, its voters, and citizens if the Select Board and others could arrange for the June 17th
Special Town Meeting to be held in a venue with a higher capacity that can maximize
community participation. A logical choice would likely be at Whitman Hanson High School
where I believe this is some precedent in holding special town meetings there, and since June
17th is after the last day of school. By announcing that the town and school district have taken
steps to encourage wide community participation in this important meeting, it would send a
strong signal that the town and school encourage the attendance and engagement of as many
people as possible. This would be a positive development regardless of the outcome.
I appreciate your time and consideration in reading this.
Best regards,
Mike Day
Hanson, MA
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sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy and pregnancy-related medical conditions are not tolerated. WHRSD does not allow discrimination or harassment against students
based on homelessness or limited English-speaking ability. The Secretary of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has determined that email is a public record. This communication (including any attachments) is
intended for the use of the intended recipient(s) only and may contain information that is confidential, privileged, or legally protected. Any unauthorized use or dissemination of this communication is strictly
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