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February 23, 2007

Investing in the past

The senior population in area towns is on the rise. Some towns have full-time senior centers, others have less than that or nothing. Do you think town government should increase its spending on the needs of seniors to keep up with the growing population?

February 16, 2007

Chapter 40B affordable housing law

Several state politicians are proposing changes to the Chapter 40B affordable housing law. Do you think the law requiring that each city and town have a minimum of 10 percent affordable housing stock needs changing?

February 09, 2007

Are YOU concerned about the closing of Ayer Train Station?

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It is no longer a secret that the Ayer train station is slated for closure, in favor of a regional station, perhaps in Devens or Shirley. Is that a concern for those who currently use the Ayer station or for businesses in Ayer's downtown?

February 06, 2007

Do you think education budgets should be cut back?

Discussions of fiscal year 2008 town budgets are underway. A lot of emphasis
is being put on increases in education funding. Do you think education
budgets should be cut back to minimize the effects on taxpayers?