Letters
I write this in response to a question that has been brought up several times in recent weeks asking whether the Fire Department could hire additional firefighters and EMTs for the six months of the advertised “study,” or what some may call an “experiment.”
The fire service is a profession...
I would like to respond to previous comments about the ecological effects of removing the West Groton/Squannacook Dam as there have been statements made that do not reflect current science. As was stated during the Public Hearing held on March 3, species like otter, beaver, and mink will benefit...
I would like to discuss my understanding and perspective of some of the issues associated with the choice between removing and restoring the West Groton Dam.
Environmental Considerations
The primary environmental arguments for dam removal are that it will restore the natural flow of the river...
The mission of the Nashua River Watershed Association (NRWA) is to work for a healthy ecosystem with clean water and open spaces for human and wildlife communities. Ecological restoration and building climate resiliency are integral to this mission, and dam removals are one of many techniques to...
I read the letter about the proposed “experiment” to be done with the Fire Department to determine the correct staffing levels. The letter states very clearly that our current Chief and all the firefighters/EMTs are burned out because of the overtime they are working.
Yet, the proposal says...
Our amazing seven species of local turtles have developed, in their 220 million year history, incredible ways to survive our harsh winters.
Turtles are cold blooded (ectotherms) reptiles that deal with frigid temperatures by dramatically lowering their metabolisms in a process called brumation....
The Groton-Dunstable Regional School Committee is launching a community-wide letter writing advocacy effort urging the Massachusetts Legislature to increase state funding for public education for the upcoming fiscal year as well as to review and revise the Chapter 70 funding formula, which...
The West Groton Dam supports the impoundment that creates the pond in the center of West Groton. There has been a dam and pond at this location since 1738. If the dam is removed, the water level in the impoundment will drop by 10-11 feet, according to consultants Horsleyitten.
The drop to the...
Come for the free pizza, stay for the specialized stretch energy code!
As reported in the Groton Herald earlier this year, Groton residents will vote on adoption of the Specialized Stretch Energy Code at Town Meeting in May. The Sustainability Commission is hosting an informational session on the...
Groton is facing a defining moment when it comes to our town finances. For years, we’ve watched difficult budget conversations unfold, and we’ve seen significant reductions of teachers and town employees in an effort to balance the books. It’s time to acknowledge a hard truth: this is not a failure...