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.
Vote to discuss noncompete reform with Gov. Patrick
The Mass Technology Leadership Council is hosting an online poll on ideas to discuss with Gov. Patrick at their annual meeting. Please vote for noncompete reform! As of today, it’s 5th on the list but only 25 votes behind the 2nd place topic. http://masstlc.ideascale.com/
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.
New Revenue for Education
There is an active email and call campaign going on in support of the Governor’s revenue package and also a related bill (from “the Campaign for our Communities”) that would also increase the income tax rate. A sample email appears further below. I am personally willing to support any package that will yield funding for …
Video on budget developments
Will talks about the budget and taxes with Mike Widmer, President of the Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation (video).