Opinion in Hopkinton, MA

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Peter LaGoy endorses Joe Clark and Brian Herr for the Select Board in Hopkinton, highlighting their financial acumen and deep roots in the community. Joe embodies a forward-looking approach coupled with valuable historical context, while Brian offers significant financial expertise and a pragmatic character. Their combined capabilities are crucial for steering Hopkinton through future challenges and opportunities. Peter calls for community support for their candidacy on the 20th.

Gary Trendel endorses Brian Herr for Hopkinton Select Board, emphasizing his extensive experience, leadership style prioritizing the town’s broad interests, and commitment to principled decision-making. Herr’s broad spectrum of skills in managing financial stability and team building, along with a forward-looking vision, make him an essential candidate. Trendel advocates for diverse perspectives on the board, highlighting Herr’s ability to enrich discussions and bring balanced, effective solutions. Vote for Brian Herr on May 20.

Chuck Wallace, a retired town employee from Hopkinton, endorses Joe Clark for the Select Board, highlighting Joe’s familial legacy of public service. Wallace expresses concern over the loss of skilled employees and long-time residents, driven by tough fiscal challenges and rising taxes due to multiple large-scale projects. He trusts Joe’s financial expertise to foster employee appreciation and manage tax relief, ensuring fiscal stability for Hopkinton’s future.

Don Collins admonishes the Select Board for lack of transparency and responsibility, particularly concerning the mishandling of sensitive information related to Sgt. Tim Brennan. Collins criticizes Amy Ritterbusch’s actions, including reposting an unredacted report that exposed a sexual assault victim’s identity. He expresses disappointment in the Select Board’s conduct at a critical hearing and calls for Ritterbusch’s resignation due to her role in worsening the victim’s trauma and the town’s financial liability. Collins urges fellow citizens to remain vigilant and proactive against the Board’s negligent behavior.