Opinion

I am writing in full support of Mary Jo LaFreniere run for Select Board. Mary Jo's commitment to this town cannot be overstated.

Shahidul Mannan has quietly and respectfully been making positive contributions to Hopkinton for many years. Between planning board, appropriations, community preservation and growth studies committees, Shahidul has been working hard for our town. He has shown his commitment, passion, and drive to be a positive representative for the community. I believe our town will benefit greatly from Shahidul's kind, respectful, and experienced leadership.

Ilana Casady
Eastview Rd, Hopkinton

I write with enthusiastic support for Shahidul Mannan to the Hopkinton Select Board. He has been a resident of Hopkinton for 10 years with his wife, college student son, and middle school daughter - in that time he has demonstrated dedication to our community's health, growth, and fiscal priorities through his service on the Planning Board, Appropriation Committee, Growth Study, and the Community Preservation Committee.

I am writing to endorse Beth Malloy for Constable; she is running to fill the unexpired term for the seat she is currently holding. When we faced an unexpected opening this past year, Beth was quick to volunteer – something she often does stepping up and in to fill gaps, lend a hand, and support her community.

Dear Editor,

I am writing to offer my support for Shahidul Mannan for Select Board.

Shahidul is a hard worker, honest and works for our community. He has financial knowledge that will help support businesses in Hopkinton. He is thoughtful, easy to talk with and will be responsive to our town’s challenges. Shahidul has worked alongside people with many different views and perspectives and is dedicated to preserving our town’s character.

Please join me in voting for Shahidul Mannan for Select Board.

Asha K Sherring, OD
Hopkinton

I have known Shahidul for a few years now. He has been an active community member and has made many contributions to the town through his involvement in the Appropriations Committee, Community Preservation Committee, Growth Study Committee and more recently as part of the Planning board.
Shahidul brings a diverse voice to the discussions that have helped the Planning board in strategizing and planning important issues including Affordable housing which is an important ongoing planning issue in our town.

In Support of Nancy “Punky” Drawe for the 5-year seat as a Commissioner on the Hopkinton Housing Authority (HHA).

Nancy Drawe would be the best choice to become a member of the Hopkinton Housing Authority.
I worked as Outreach Supervisor for the Hopkinton Sr. Center for 20 years. I know her well.
When asked by a neighbor or friend at Davis Road for advice, Nancy would respond with empathy, kindness
and understanding.
Nancy listens without trying to control and would give caring suggestions to each person who approached her for support.
Absolutely, Nancy should be elected for being a member of the Hopkinton Housing Authority.

I am delighted to support Shahidul (pronounced Shah-hee-dool) Mannan for Hopkinton‘s Select Board.

Vote for Mary Jo Lafreniere, Hopkinton Select Board
I am urging all Hopkinton voters to re-elect Mary Jo LaFreniere to another term on the BOS. Mary Jo has spent many years working and advocating for the Town of Hopkinton from being an assessor to serving on the BOS, giving so much of herself to all of us and doing an amazing job. she never takes a short cut and always does her homework on all the issues before her. As a past long time family resident of Hopkinton, I urge you to vote for Mary Jo LaFreniere in the May election.

Sandy Altamura
Hyannis Port, MA.