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My Turn: Marshall urges voters to reelect Endyke-Doran

(Editor’s note: Nancy Marshall is a former L-S School Committee member.)

To the editor:

I write this letter today as a private citizen. This year’s race for Lincoln-Sudbury Regional School Committee is contested, with three candidates, including Cara Endyke-Doran, the current chair, running for one of the two open positions. Lincoln’s vote for Cara this year is extremely critical in ensuring a balance of views on the committee, long-lens institutional perspective in School Committee deliberations, and a focus on how Lincoln and Sudbury can best support our regional high school. Please mark your calendars to attend the upcoming candidates’ forum here in Lincoln in the newly renovated Donaldson Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16 and remember to vote on Monday, March 28 in the Reed (Brooks) gym at Lincoln School. 

I am formally endorsing Cara Endyke-Doran for re-election to the Lincoln-Sudbury Regional School Committee. Cara has worked in the international public health sector for many years; she has a dual master’s degree in public health and nursing. She is also the parent of four children, two of whom have graduated from L-S and two who are/will be students there.

Cara has leaned into both her professional credentials and her own parenting experiences throughout the Covid pandemic. Her calm and attentive leadership has shepherded the LSSC and the district through these last two years with grounded information and clear communication to constituents. Cara’s hard work and commitment have helped L-S to continue educating our high schoolers, to support more acute social and emotional needs arising from the pandemic, and to keep students and staff as protected from the virus as possible. Cara led the Covid-19 Testing Subcommittee at the onset of the pandemic during her very first year on the committee. Through her strong advocacy, L-S was one of the first schools in the state to offer Covid-19 testing to all its students and staff.

The L-S School Committee has accomplished a great deal over the past three years, hiring an excellent Director of Finance and Operations in Kirsteen Patterson, reviewing and revising the complete School Committee policy manual, and considering new and amended L-S curricula in an increasingly global and mindful context. This year, the School Committee successfully negotiated a new three-year collective bargaining agreement that considers what is fair in the context of annual budgeting alongside the talents of our terrific L-S faculty and staff. In this late/post-Covid environment, where teachers and school administrators across the U.S. are leaving their jobs permanently in droves, striking a relational and equitable balance and reinforcing the quality of teaching and commitment of time to our students is vital. 

And there is always more to do. Cara’s continued, committed leadership, given her initiative and accrued understanding of process and knowledge of School Committee governance, will be an asset for both towns.

Cara is committed to Lincoln-Sudbury and has ensured the committee is operating in the best interest of our students, staff, parents, and broader communities. She has respectfully listened and taken into account the sometimes widely differing perspectives from the three communities of Lincoln, Sudbury, and Boston, as well as our commonalities, in shaping how we understand and appreciate L-S day-to-day.

Sincerely,

Nancy Marshall 
Beaver Pond Road

“My Turn” is a forum for readers to offer their letters to the editor or views on any subject of interest to other Lincolnites. Submissions must be signed with the writer’s name and street address and sent via email to lincolnsquirrelnews@gmail.com. Items will be edited for punctuation, spelling, style, etc., and will be published at the discretion of the editor. Submissions containing personal attacks, errors of fact, or other inappropriate material will not be published.

Lincoln police now using body-worn and cruiser cameras

(Editor’s note: This is an updated version of a document that the Lincoln Police Department released in November 2020. Voters at the 2021 Annual Town Meeting approved spending $61,400 for police cruiser and body-worn cameras.)

Last month, the Lincoln Police Department implemented its Body Worn (BWC) and Cruiser Camera (CC) program. The program consists of sixteen (16) body-worn cameras for officers and five dash/prisoner cameras for police cruisers. The chosen vendor is GETAC.

The use of such cameras is considered best practices as outlined in President Obama’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing which the department has embraced since 2015. The perceived benefits of the cameras are that they:

  • increase transparency, legitimacy, and community trust
  • increase internal accountability
  • improve officer and citizen behavior
  • expedite resolutions of complaints and lawsuits
  • document circumstances of how and when force is used
  • create opportunities for training

We are pleased to be among the first wave of communities to have implemented BWCs and CCs. We are grateful for the support of town leadership and our police officers. We are confident that the community will quickly come to support and value the program and offer the following FAQ to help increase awareness.

Frequently asked questions about body-worn and cruiser cameras

What is a body-worn camera (BWC)?

A camera that is attached to the officer’s uniform, clearly visible on their chest, which captures and records audio and video of any police/citizen interaction that is governed by the Department’s policy.

Why are officers wearing cameras?

BWCs serve as a tool to document our officers’ interactions with our residents and others who visit or travel through Lincoln. They help to increase transparency and accountability, thereby helping the department maintain the community’s trust., and are valuable in maintaining community trust, transparency, and accountability. Given the great relationship we share with our community, the department continues to be proactive in strengthening our connection with its citizens.

When will police officers be recording with their body cameras?

Police officers will activate their BWC and cruiser cameras whenever they respond to calls for service or have citizen contacts where they anticipate taking law enforcement action.

What about my privacy during police encounters?

The Lincoln Police Department is mindful of the legitimate privacy concerns associated with BWC. Our officers will record, per policy, when investigating criminal activity or a violation of law. Prior to the release of any recording, the department will ensure compliance with department policy, Rule 14 of the Massachusetts Rules of Criminal Procedure and/or the Massachusetts Public Records Law which may include the redaction of certain elements of the recording including innocent parties and non-related identifiers such as registration numbers, addresses, etc. Our priority is to protect the right of privacy and ensure the safety of non-related parties.

Are there places where officers cannot use their BWC?

Typically, officers will not record in places where there is an expectation of privacy, such as restrooms, locker rooms, medical calls, and medical care facilities — unless there is reasonable suspicion a crime is being committed or the recording of the location is material to an investigation.

Before entering a private residence, without exigent circumstances, officers must obtain occupant(s) consent before recording inside the residence. If the occupant declines to give consent, and absent exigent circumstances, the BWC shall be turned off while inside the residence. However, when responding to an exigent circumstance inside a private residence, the BWC will be activated throughout the exigency. Once the exigency is over, and when practical, officers must obtain consent from the occupant(s) in order to continue to record. Any request to turn the BWC off and the officer’s response shall be recorded.

Can I ask the officer to turn off the BWC?

Yes, after receiving notice of being recorded and there is a reasonable expectation of privacy. The request to turn off the recording and the officer’s response will be recorded for documentation purposes. If the police officer is in a public place and involved in a police-related incident, the camera will remain on.

Are officers required to tell citizens that they are being recorded?

Under Massachusetts Law, officers are required to give notice to citizens that they are being audio recorded. Officers are not required to inform citizens that they are being video recorded while in a public place. However, per policy, officers are required to provide citizens with notice that they are being both audio and video recorded.

Can the officer tamper with the audio and video recording?

No, the GETAC system is specifically designed to prevent the user from altering or deleting any recordings.

How are the videos stored?

All videos are stored in secure cloud servers in compliance with the FBI Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) standards.

What is the process for obtaining a copy of a video recording?

The release of any recording must be approved in advance by the Chief of Police or department designee. Recordings shall be released in accordance with department policy, Rule 14 of the Massachusetts Rules of Criminal Procedure and/or the Massachusetts Public Records Law. The Chief of Police may authorize the release of any recording deemed to be in the best interest of the community and public safety.

What happens to a video once it is recorded?

At the end of each shift, officers will upload the data to a cloud-based service to store the files. Depending on the type of video captured, data will be saved in accordance with the department policy, Rule 14 of the Massachusetts Rules of Criminal Procedure and the Massachusetts Public Records Retention and Disposition Schedule.

Why is it necessary to have an in-cruiser camera system when officers have BWCs?

The in-cruiser camera system will have two (2) cameras, one facing forward (dash camera) documenting the perspective of the officer’s view. The dash camera is able to capture a wider perspective when officers respond to calls for service, conduct traffic stops, and have interactions which occur in front of the police cruiser. The second camera will be in the rear passenger compartment (prisoner camera) where a prisoner is seated while inside the cruiser.

Who can I speak with should I have questions?

You can contact Chief Kevin Kennedy at 781-259-8113 or kkennedy@lincolntown.org.

My Turn: 57 residents endorse Rajdev for School Committee

Dear fellow Lincolnites,

We are writing to endorse Kim Rajdev for Lincoln School Committee.

Since moving to Lincoln five years ago with her husband and two young girls (entering third grade and kindergarten), Kim has taken an active role in supporting the schools. She has volunteered as a room parent in the Lincoln schools, and as a legal advisor to Lincoln Nursery School as part of the parent co-operative. Kim has gained experience working through many administrative policies of the school, and with her professional background as an engineer and attorney, she has had many opportunities to analyze challenging issues, reach consensus across a broad group of interests, and communicate the outcome.

We as parents fully support Kim’s commitment to inclusivity and productive dialogue and her dedication to advancing the strategic priorities of the Lincoln Public School. Please join us in voting for Kim on Monday, March 28.

With gratitude,

Abigail Adams
Murat Arslan
Antje Barreveld
Sebastian Barreveld
Emily Beekman
Alex Benik
Becky Bermont
Sarah Bishop
Rebecca Blanchfield
Kim Bodnar
Jessica Callow
Ted Chan
Rebecca Curtin
Jason Curtin
Chris Dale
Brianna Doo
Kristen Ferris
Jon Ferris
Caroline Fiore
Mike Fiore
Nancy Fleming
Philana Gnatowski
Trintje Gnazzo
Andy Gnazzo
Rob Graves
Cheryl Gray
Jen Hashley
Lis Herbert
Kim Jalet
Sylvia K. Perry
Bryan Kelly
Lauren Lane
Spencer Lane
Pete Lowy
Feyza Marouf
Mo Masterson Santamaria
Roberto Masterson Santamaria
Sara Mattes
Lucy Maulsby
John Mendelson
DJ Mitchell
Craig Nicholson
Caroline Nordstrom
Mark Nordstrom
Jessica Packineau
Jason Packineau
Jason Paige
Susanna Patterson
Karen Prince
Dana Robbat
Joe Robbat
Elizabeth Robbat Kelly
Katrin Roush
Aldis Russell
Jena Salon
Joanna Schmergel
Victoria Slingerland
Hannah Stevenson
Jeannine Taylor
Laura Taylor
Chris Taylor
Anne Wang
Alice “Ty” Webber
Ben Webber
Jill Zalieckas
 

“My Turn” is a forum for readers to offer their letters to the editor or views on any subject of interest to other Lincolnites. Submissions must be signed with the writer’s name and street address and sent via email to lincolnsquirrelnews@gmail.com. Items will be edited for punctuation, spelling, style, etc., and will be published at the discretion of the editor. Submissions containing personal attacks, errors of fact, or other inappropriate material will not be published.

My Turn: Endyke-Doran seeks second term on L-S School Committee

Dear Lincoln friends, 

I am happy to announce that I am running for a second term on the Lincoln Sudbury Regional School Committee. If re-elected, I will continue to serve our school with the energy and enthusiasm needed to ensure Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School remains a place of optimal learning, growth, and development. 

My experiences over the past three years have given me valuable insights into the roles and responsibilities of the governing body and how best to support our school. For example, in my first year as a committee member, I chaired the L-S Covid-19 Testing subcommittee. Through our hard work and advocacy, L-S was one of the first schools in Massachusetts to offer Covid-19 testing to all its students and staff.

As the current L-S School Committee chair, I have led the committee to develop clear goals to ensure our actions align with L-S’s values, principles, and purpose. During this past year, the L-S School Committee has met several core duties of the governing body, such as renewed teacher contracts and updated governing policies. We have also supported in-person learning during the evolving Covid-19 pandemic with actions such as adding the Covid-19 vaccine as a requirement of employment at L-S. We have made progress toward achieving our goals, but there is more work to do. 

If re-elected, I have three priorities that I believe are essential for the L-S School Committee to work on: 

  • Enhance student services. The utmost priority of the L-S School Committee is to ensure L-S meets the academic and social-emotional needs of our students, particularly during the evolving Covid-19 pandemic. This entails continuous monitoring and supporting flexible and responsive programming to serve our students, particularly social-emotional services.

  • Improve our data-driven program monitoring, budgeting, and allocating of resources. Over the next three years, I would like to work with the L-S School Committee and our administration to improve the data monitoring of our school. The L-S School Committee needs clear metrics to ensure our programs respond to the needs of our diverse student body. These metrics will help us determine where we are doing well and where we should be allocating resources. 

  • Maintain openness and flexibility. The past two years have taught us to expect the unexpected. Our faculty, staff, and students have shown a tremendous amount of resilience. I will support the L-S School Committee to ensure we are continuously monitoring and updating our policies and protocols to the evolving needs of our students. 

If re-elected, I will build on my experience and bring commitment and positive energy to the L-S School Committee. I will strive to ensure we provide access to an environment where our children and students learn and grow.

Check out my Facebook page (facebook.com/caraforLSSC) or contact me via email at caraforLSSC@gmail.com for more information about my campaign. 

Please vote for Cara Endyke-Doran for Lincoln Sudbury Regional School Committee on March 28, 2022. 

Thank you, 

Cara Endyke-Doran
28 Beechwood Ave., Sudbury

My Turn: Mattes asks voters to reelect her as Bemis Trustee

Dear Lincolnites,

I am asking for your vote for my re-election as a Trustee for the Bemis Free Lecture Series.

The Bemis Free Lecture Series began in 1892. It was held in Bemis Hall, which was built by Lincoln entrepreneur George Bemis. It was common for wealthy men of his era to leave a legacy of buildings, and George Bemis was no exception. Not only did he build the hall to be a town office and meeting place, but he also built the second floor to be a lecture and performance space, and he endowed a lecture series.

The lecture series was modeled after the Chautauqua movement of his time, which aimed to bring entertainment and culture to the masses. The Bemis Trust charge for the lectures states that the series was “to bring education and edification to the citizens of Lincoln.” The ordinary folk of Lincoln were to enjoy what previously had been reserved only for a wealthy and elite society. The endowment for the lecture series was doubled in 1982 by the bequest of native son John Todd, and the charge was expanded to include “entertainment and recreation.”

The series has hosted Robert Frost, Archibald Cox, John Kenneth Galbraith, Julie Taymor, Imago Theatre, Grace Paley, Dr. Benjamin Spock, the Steel Band of Blue Hill, Maine, a basketball clinic run by Dave Cowens, Mission: Wolf, Margaret Mead, Julia Glass, Michael Fitzgerald, and many others of great note.

These past two years have proved a serious challenge for an organization that has been known for live events. So, like many others, we pivoted to a webinar format.  In celebration of Juneeteenth, the Bemis Lecture Series and the Lincoln Historical Society hosted a virtual event with Professor Elise Lemire, who grew up in Lincoln and is author of Black Walden: Slavery and Its Aftermath in Concord, Massachusetts. Dr. Lemire’s presentation was titled: “Slavery in Lincoln: Reckoning with Our Past, Planning for a More Honest and Inclusive Future.” The live discussion was recorded and made available through Lincoln’s online video archive as well as YouTube. The YouTube video has already been viewed by over 670 people. Clearly, the Bemis Free Lecture Series has a wide reach!

We hope to return to live events as early as this summer and look forward to seeing you there!

If you have any questions, comments, and/or suggestions, please contact me at 781-259-04231 or samattes@gmail.com. Again, I ask for you vote on Monday, March. 28.

Sincerely,

Sara Mattes
71 Conant Rd.

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News acorns

L-S Pops Concert on Thursday

The L-S Music Department presents their annual Pops Concert on Thursday, March 17 at 7:30 p.m. The String Orchestra’s program will include “Simple Gifts” arranged by Carrie L. Gruselle and a John Williams trilogy arranged by Calvin Custer. Symphonic Band will perform music from the motion picture “How to Train Your Dragon” and “Chicago: Pop and Rock Legends.” Concert Band will perform highlights from the Disney movie “Moana” as well as selections from “The Best of Journey.” The Treble Choir, Concert Choir, Combined L-S Choirs, and Singing Valentines quartets will perform songs by the Backstreet Boys, Queen, and Disney’s “Tangled.” 

Lincoln-Sudbury Friends of Music (LSFOM) will offer a pops concert-themed goodie bag for sale at the concert, which will air in both Sudbury and Lincoln on Comcast channel 9 / Verizon channel 32 and live-stream here.

Workshop on fostering antiracism in kids

Deep racial disparities persist in our society, and research tells us that children begin to notice and assign meaning to skin color by age 2. This makes racial literacy a critical part of preparing our children to lead lives as engaged, equity-minded problem-solvers in the world.

Geared for White or multiracial parents and caregivers, “ABCs of Racism: Fostering Antiracist Conversation and Action with Kids” on Wednesday, March 23 at 6:30 p.m. will be led by Wee the People, a Boston-based social justice group, and explores fundamental concepts of systemic racism, the barriers that block us from engaging with kids around race and racism, the social science of race awareness in children, and strategies to start and sustain antiracist and action in school and at home. Sponsored by the Lincoln Public Library. Email dleopold@minlib.net for the Zoom link. 

FELS talk on educational innovation and technology

FELS, the Foundation for Educators at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, will present its annual Faye Goldberg-Scheff Memorial Lecture on Thursday, March 24 at 7 p.m. in the lecture hall at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School.

This year’s talk will focus on the impact of educational innovation and technology on teaching and learning in today’s diverse classroom. The evening will feature panelists who will approach the topics from a wide range of professional perspectives. They will share their thoughts about the challenges and opportunities in education via innovation, interventions, neuroscience, technology, and equity and inclusion that have arisen in the first two decades of this new century and their impacts on teaching and learning. Click here for details on the panelists.

Admission is $10. All proceeds will benefit FELS, a nonprofit organization that awards enrichment grants to L-S faculty and staff to pursue their professional and personal interests and passions.

WWP hosts events on Thoreau video game and Cape Cod walks

The Walden Woods Project will host two upcoming events: “Walden, a Game: A Virtual Experience” on Tuesday, March 29 from 7–8 p.m., and “Six Walks: A Conversation with Ben Shattuck” on Thursday, April 28 from 7–8 p.m.

Developer Tracy Fullerton, director emeritus of the USC Games program, will discuss the evolution and intention of the classroom computer game and provide a brief demonstration of the newest module, “Civil Disobedience.” Educators will speak to their experience using the game in the classroom, followed an audience Q&A. Click here to learn more and register.

With little more than a loaf of bread, brick of cheese, and a notebook, Shattuck set out to retrace Thoreau’s six walks through the Cape’s outer beaches from the elbow to Provincetown’s fingertip. Six Walks: In the Footsteps of Henry David Thoreau is a resounding tribute to the ways walking in nature can inspire us all. Join us for a reading and conversation about the book with Ben Shattuck, moderated by National Book Award Winner Nathaniel Philbrick. Click here to learn more and register.

My Turn: Vote Hutchinson for Select Board

Fellow Lincolnites: I urge you to cast your vote for Jim Hutchinson for Select Board in the upcoming town election on March 28.

I have served on both the Green Energy Committee and the Water Commission with Jim Hutchinson. When Jim volunteered to join the Water Commission, the Water Department was in dire straits. His expertise in the intricacies of municipal finance was critical as we dealt with the need for substantial capital investment, but equally important was his ability to quickly understand the issues and suggest the best way to tackle each one. After a year of his leadership, the department was back on track.

What really stood out to me, however, was that Jim treats every person with respect. Whether it is a new Water Department superintendent, a disgruntled water customer, a member of the department staff, or one of his fellow committee members, he listens deeply to their concerns and strives to reach consensus on all decisions. Moreover, Jim has no agenda but to do what is best for the town.

I believe that Jim offers just the right expertise and temperament to make an excellent member of the Select Board, and I urge you to vote for him on March 28.

Ruth Ann Hendrickson
Water Commissioner
253 Concord Rd., Lincoln

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My Turn: Flags at half-staff for the late Tom Billings

To Lincoln residents:

The flags on town buildings are at half-staff in recognition of the passing of Tom Billings, a longtime resident and active town volunteer. Tom died suddenly in his Lincoln home on March 9 from cardiac arrest. Kind, modest and intelligent, Tom was much loved and respected in Lincoln and everywhere he went. Almost from the time Tom and his wife Penny moved to Lincoln in 1983, they became involved as volunteers on town boards and committees.

An enthusiastic conservationist, Tom was a member of the Conservation Commission for many years. He later became a Library trustee and served in that role until he was appointed to the bench as a Justice of the Massachusetts Superior Court in 2001 and had to step down from other positions he held. Tom retired from the court in 2019. He loved and never tired of Lincoln and its beauty, walking around town almost daily. We are grateful for Tom’s contributions to and influence on our community.

We join with Tom’s many friends in expressing our sympathies to his wife Penny, their son Jamie, and their family. He will be greatly missed.

For the town,

Jonathan Dwyer, Select Board Chair
Tim Higgins, Town Administrator

“My Turn” is a forum for readers to offer their letters to the editor or views on any subject of interest to other Lincolnites. Submissions must be signed with the writer’s name and street address and sent via email to lincolnsquirrelnews@gmail.com. Items will be edited for punctuation, spelling, style, etc., and will be published at the discretion of the editor. Submissions containing personal attacks, errors of fact, or other inappropriate material will not be published.

Police log for March 4–10, 2022

March 4

Wells Road (11:46 a.m.) — A walk-in to the station reporting a possible theft of their Social Security deposit. An officer spoke to the party and contacted the bank. The bank reported the funds were in fact deposited.

Police station (3:25 p.m.) — A walk-in to the station reported a party down by the Post Office on crutches looked in need of medical attention. An officer spoke to the party who is not in need of medical attention but needed a ride. The officer assisted the party to their residence.

Wells Road (7:11 p.m.) — Party accidentally called 911 looking for assistance with paying a phone bill. Party advised to contact their provider.

March 5

Langley Road, Hanscom AFB (1:41 p.m.) — Concord police requested a well-being check on a child after an incident that occurred in their town. Officer responded, the child was fine. The parents were advised to follow up with Concord police.

First Parish, Stone Church (3:04 p.m.) — Caller reported a large dog running around the playground and that parents were concerned. Animal Control notified and an officer responded to stand by. Animal Control arrived to get the dog, as did the owner. The owner took control of the dog.

Conant Road (3:40 p.m.) — A party called requesting a well-being check on the residence. Officer responded and spoke to the residents. Everything was fine at the house; the officer followed up with services that can assist them.

Liberty Lane, Hanscom AFB, (6:46 p.m.) —  Officer assisted Hanscom Air Force Base with a missing juvenile. Officers conducted an investigation and safely located the juvenile on March 7 in Hudson, N.H.

Police station (7:27 p.m.) — A party turned in a wallet that was found. The owner was contacted and later came into the station to pick it up.

Lexington Road (9:30 p.m.) — A caller who was out of town reported their neighbor informed them that earlier in the day, a group of people were playing in the snow on their property. An officer checked and no one was at the property.

March 6

Cambridge Turnpike (1:13 a.m.) — Officer reported the gate to the cell tower area was left open. Officer checked and it appears to be neglect.

Lexington Road (4:29 a.m.) — State Police had a driver flee a crash on I-95 in Lexington. Officers checked the area for the party but no contact was made with the individual.

Wells Road (6:50 p.m.) — Party called to report their bicycle was stolen. They later called back and reported the bicycle was found.

March 7

Trapelo Road (2:14 a.m.) — Officer checked on a bicyclist. The party said they’re fine.

Old Sudbury Road (8:29 p.m.) — A party drove onto the railroad tracks at the Old Sudbury Road crossing and got stuck. The MBTA tower was notified. The vehicle was towed and the driver was transported to the Emerson Hospital as a precaution.

March 8

Nothing of note.

March 9

Hanscom Vandenberg Gate (7:41 a.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces called reporting that Jonathan Taveras, 28, of Lawrence was attempting to get on the base and has an active warrant for a restraining order violation out of Salem District Court. Officers responded and arrested Taveras, who was booked and later brought to the Concord District Court.

Concord Road (7:10 p.m.) — Caller reported a car off the road Route 126 near Old Concord. Officer responded and found that a car had slid off the roadway. A plow driver assisted in pulling the car out of the snow embankment. No damage.

March 10

Minuteman Technical High School (9:03 a.m.) — Police were called regarding a juvenile matter.

Lexington Road (11:42 a.m.) — A walk-in to the station reported that their computer was hacked. Report taken; no financial loss at this time. The party was advised of what safeguards to take.

Farrar Road (3:39 p.m.) — Caller reported smoke coming from a house on Farrar Road. Fire Department responded; the smoke is coming from a wood burning stove.

Police Department (4:19 p.m.) — Party walked into the station requesting information on a civil matter. An officer spoke to the party and provided them with their legal options.

Todd Pond Road (5:42 p.m.) — A walk-in to the station asked to speak to an officer about phone calls that were possibly a scam. An officer documented the incident.

My Turn: Vote for Maura Carty for L-S School Committee

To the editor:

It is with great pleasure that I recommend Maura Carty for the position of L-S Regional School Committee member for the Lincoln-Sudbury school system.

I met Maura when our daughters played together for the Lincoln-Sudbury High School girls’ varsity hockey team. This is when I first came to greatly admire her as a person, as well as her unrelenting commitment to volunteering.

Over the time I have known Maura, I have been amazed at her ability to bring people together to work toward a common goal. I continue to witness firsthand her commitment to others through her countless hours volunteering as a team parent. Her hard work and dedication to our girls and their families creates a strong unity and cohesiveness within the group. Our experiences with Maura have shown us that she is an excellent leader who listens and fully considers options before making informed and thoughtful decisions. 

Maura is passionate about our children, our community, and the Lincoln-Sudbury school system. I was thrilled to hear of Maura’s candidacy for this position because she is a person who cares deeply about the quality of education for our children and is someone who will advocate fairly and in the best interest of the students, families, teachers, and administrators in our district.

With her positive energy and enthusiasm, Maura always strives to make a difference and inspires others to make a difference. Her work ethic, along with her organizational, and interpersonal skills, demonstrates that she would make an excellent choice for School Committee member.

I hope this letter will help you get to know my friend Maura Carty better, and that you will give strong consideration to her as I encourage the entire community to join me in support of her candidacy for School Committee. 

Sincerely,

Paula F. Angelini, DPM
14 Old Winter St., Lincoln

“My Turn” is a forum for readers to offer their letters to the editor or views on any subject of interest to other Lincolnites. Submissions must be signed with the writer’s name and street address and sent via email to lincolnsquirrelnews@gmail.com. Items will be edited for punctuation, spelling, style, etc., and will be published at the discretion of the editor. Submissions containing personal attacks, errors of fact, or other inappropriate material will not be published.