Last week, Governor Patrick filed legislation implementing his transportation investment program. Hearings will begin soon and it’s worth understanding how the vetting process will work. In January, the Governor filed his budget proposal, which is a proposed law, subject to the usual legislative hearing process. In addition, he rolled out his transportation vision document, called …
Author Archives: Will Brownsberger
Child Sexual Abuse — Legislative Update
Click here for an update about the work we are doing on this issue. Thoughts much appreciated below.
Relief for Victims of Sexual Abuse
It is time now to extend the statute of limitations, so that recovering adult victims of childhood sexual abuse have more time to bring civil lawsuits against their abusers.
Watertown Community Grants Available.
The Watertown Community Foundation (WCF) announces two Spring 2013 grant programs to support local nonprofits, programs and projects. A total of $47,500 will be distributed.
Share news and thoughts about storm surge.
Preparation for storm surge is a key area of concern for me in this legislative session. See this early post on the issue and this update.
Preparing for Storm Surge
Between sea level rise and greater storm intensity, we can expect higher storm surges in coming decades. We need to start a planning process now to protect our valuable infrastructure and real estate.