Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center

2022-11-28 Thread Barbara Low
Well said! Barbara Low From: Lincoln on behalf of Laura Crosby Sent: Monday, November 28, 2022 9:30 PM To: Lincoln Talks Subject: [LincolnTalk] Community Center Whatever we do, wherever we build it and whatever it costs let us not lose this opportunity to bui

[LincolnTalk] Community Center

2022-11-28 Thread Laura Crosby
Whatever we do, wherever we build it and whatever it costs let us not lose this opportunity to build a much needed Community Center ( or Village Hall as some Europeans call it ). There has been a tremendous amount of thought, time, resources and consensus through multiple committees over ten yea

[LincolnTalk] Build a bear, little readers and ballet slippers taken

2022-11-28 Thread Staples Kids
Build a bear, little readers and ballet slippers taken -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription

Re: [LincolnTalk] on property taxes

2022-11-28 Thread Karla Gravis
Jennifer, Agricultural land gets highly preferential tax treatment under Chapter 61A of the Massachusetts General Law https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleIX/Chapter61A This is an exception to the highest and best use generally used for assessments and appraisals to prevent all fa

Re: [LincolnTalk] on property taxes

2022-11-28 Thread Jennifer Saffran
Regarding “open space”, I am more familiar with one of these towns—Bolton. Bolton has a number of commercial farms and orchards. So, while it appears that there is open space, it’s taxable land. I do not know what the tax rate for working farms are. A quick search shows there are at least 20 wo

[LincolnTalk] Now FREE Red couch with Ottoman 120 x 82 - great shape

2022-11-28 Thread Jay Flanagan
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[LincolnTalk] 14 + years cumulatively over 30 years on COA and Minuteman Services board

2022-11-28 Thread Wendy & Lem Kusik
The intergenerational community center is extremely important to the Lincoln community in order to continue to service,social service, recreational, senior needs and children of all ages. I have seen this COA grow from a very small department in the 1980's to its current state aiding seniors via Sh

[LincolnTalk] One the Eve of Giving Tuesday, please consider donating to The METCO Coordinating Committee

2022-11-28 Thread Abigail Adams via Lincoln
It is the eve of Giving Tuesday, please consider donating to The METCO Coordinating Committee, your donations support enriching experiences and lasting relationships for students and families.The MCC is a 501(c)(3) organization (Tax ID: 27-0726889) - Become a Friend of Lincoln METCO by making a

[LincolnTalk] Free Ceiling Fan

2022-11-28 Thread Sherry Haydock
[image: 217F0668-34E8-46B5-A31A-369E2A9B28A1_1_105_c.jpeg] This ceiling fan is still available. It has been disassembled and is ready to go. Sherry Haydock gshayd...@gmail.com -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330

Re: [LincolnTalk] FREE kombucha scobies

2022-11-28 Thread Jessica Cooper
Hi all- thanks for the many responses! This is a note to say that we have separated and labeled bags for those who responded in time. We are trying to be fair, and hope that everyone takes only the bag with their name on it. Thanks! :) On Mon, Nov 28, 2022 at 11:45 AM Jessica Cooper wrote: > I

[LincolnTalk] A momentary change of focus.

2022-11-28 Thread sarah cannon holden
The Cocoanut Grove Fire occurred 80 years ago in a Boston Nightclub. It is one of the most devastating fires in Boston's history. Nearly 500 people died. They were trapped inside long before exit doors and other precautions were in place. I thought that the following very edited version of one

Re: [LincolnTalk] on property taxes

2022-11-28 Thread Louis Zipes
It is interesting that the column for 'Single Family Tax Bill as % of (Home) Value' actually puts us in the middle of the pack statewide. With a total property value for the entire town worth 1.9 billion (yes, I know that taxed value always runs behind actual value) maybe someone should buy out the

[LincolnTalk] For a break and a little joy!

2022-11-28 Thread Sara Mattes
A TikTok of undergrads dancing their tails off at the Lynch Family Skatepark under I-93. Members of Ekstone, Emerson College's K-pop dance group, made Boston Sand & Gravel's plant look extra c

[LincolnTalk] Ceiling fan is taken with a backup.

2022-11-28 Thread Sherry Haydock
Sherry Haydock -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/

[LincolnTalk] Free Ceiling Fan

2022-11-28 Thread Sherry Haydock
In excellent condition. Has been disassembled and ready to go. Contact Sherry Haydock gshayd...@gmail.com [image: 217F0668-34E8-46B5-A31A-369E2A9B28A1_1_105_c.jpeg] -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabb

Re: [LincolnTalk] on property taxes

2022-11-28 Thread Adam M Hogue
Agreed, this chart shows it the best.  Towns with our population generally do not have a large community center because they do not have the tax base or population to support it.  Adam M HogueCell: (978) 828-6184On Nov 28, 2022, at 2:12 PM, Karla Gravis wrote:Hi Rich,While the hypothesis you pres

[LincolnTalk] School Project Latest Construction Cost Update

2022-11-28 Thread Garrick Niemiec
Any idea where current and projected costs are? -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription setting

Re: [LincolnTalk] on property taxes

2022-11-28 Thread Karla Gravis
Hi Rich, While the hypothesis you presented seems reasonable, the facts show otherwise. If you look at the site you just linked, there are many Greater Boston Area towns in that list with lower population density than Lincoln, lots of open space, very little commercial base AND* much lower propert

[LincolnTalk] Christmas at First Parish!

2022-11-28 Thread FPL Communications
Touch of Christmas Fair Saturday, December 3 from 10-1pm Parish House Auditorium, 14 Bedford Road (across from Bemis) All are welcome to the annual Touch of Christmas! Homemade holiday crafts, evergreen wreaths decorated with natural materials, jewelry, antique and collectible treasures, AND mo

Re: [LincolnTalk] Post knee surgery physical therapy

2022-11-28 Thread Linda Crowne
A truly excellent place is ATI. I have used the Lexington location. Staff is exceptionally well trained for all types of PT and is great with all ages. They have other locations: Acton, Wayland, Natick, Framingham, Belmont and Waltham. They are in other towns, but I only listed those nearest to Lin

Re: [LincolnTalk] community center-your excellent post.

2022-11-28 Thread Kathy Madison via Lincoln
I don’t believe that Yankee frugality is dead. > On Nov 28, 2022, at 1:15 PM, Kathy Madison wrote: > > Here Here! > > Until now, I have not commented … but these thoughts below from Elaine and > Sara most clearly reflect my own. > > One additional factor that I”ve not heard expressed: are

Re: [LincolnTalk] community center-your excellent post.

2022-11-28 Thread Kathy Madison via Lincoln
Here Here! Until now, I have not commented … but these thoughts below from Elaine and Sara most clearly reflect my own. One additional factor that I”ve not heard expressed: aren’t we assuming a stable national economy with no downturns in sight? Meanwhile, interest rates are hitting both you

Re: [LincolnTalk] Passing Of Esther Braun

2022-11-28 Thread Joan Kimball
Dear Peter, Esther was a terrific fifth grade teacher. She was an especially science teacjer Our son was one of her many appreciative students, and we, appreciative parents. I remember especially going on a field trip on the Drumlin and we all--students and parents learned so much from Esther, g

[LincolnTalk] on property taxes

2022-11-28 Thread Rich Rosenbaum
There has been a bit of discussion regarding LIncoln's property taxes compared to other towns. One reason taxes may be higher than similar towns is our low housing density. Lincoln has consciously and deliberately limited density with land acquisition, zoning regulations, agricultural easements an

[LincolnTalk] RISD Pre-College Program Overview |  RISD Pre-Collegiate Programs

2022-11-28 Thread Carol Ryan
This is great ! https://precollege.risd.edu/program-overview/ Sent from my iPhone -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/linco

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center

2022-11-28 Thread Mary Crowe
I agree with you Ken. Well said. Mary Crowe On Fri, Nov 25, 2022 at 9:55 PM Ken Hurd wrote: > Hello LincolnTalkers, > I wish to applaud all those who have taken the time to revisit and > question the financial pros and cons of building a community center at this > time, and thanks particularly

Re: [LincolnTalk] FREE kombucha scobies

2022-11-28 Thread Jessica Cooper
Hello- we have given away all the scobies- thanks for the quick response everyone! On Mon, Nov 28, 2022 at 11:45 AM Jessica Cooper wrote: > I am a home brewer of kombucha and have way too many starter cultures > called a “scoby”. If anyone is interested in taking home a scoby or two > with start

[LincolnTalk] School budget presentation Thursday

2022-11-28 Thread Susan Taylor
Presentation of the Lincoln Schools Preliminary Fiscal Year 2024 Budget and an update on our Superintendent Search highlight Thursday evening's School Committee meeting. Members of the public can watch live streaming via Zoom Webinar

Re: [LincolnTalk] Passing Of Esther Braun

2022-11-28 Thread pzbraun
Thank you, Sarah, and to many others who have responded to my personal email address, including some did not know my mother. I won’t be able to respond to each of you individually, but please know that your thoughts are deeply appreciated. From: Sara Mattes Sent: Monday, November 28, 2022

[LincolnTalk] FREE kombucha scobies

2022-11-28 Thread Jessica Cooper
I am a home brewer of kombucha and have way too many starter cultures called a “scoby”. If anyone is interested in taking home a scoby or two with starter liquid, email back! Making kombucha at home is also really easy, here is a video on what to do once you have the culture:Simple Kombucha Guide/H

Re: [LincolnTalk] Passing Of Esther Braun

2022-11-28 Thread Sara Mattes
Thank you for posting this, Peter. I know I join many, many others in expressing our condolences to you and your family. Esther was a gift to the town. In addition to all the students who were enriched by her teaching and her contributions to our understanding of who came before us, her great l

[LincolnTalk] ISO baby crib and infant items

2022-11-28 Thread Linda McMillan
Hi LincolnTalk, My daughter is having a baby and we are in search of a crib, a "Pack 'n Play" , and other infant items. Thank you! Linda McMillan -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse th

[LincolnTalk] A vote for the Community Center

2022-11-28 Thread Lis Herbert
Hi Neighbors, I am hoping that you already have plans to *attend Town Meeting this Wednesday night at 7 p.m. to vote YES to advance a decade of work to build a Community Center for Lincoln*. If you don't, I hope I can convince you to come. Four years ago, many of us poured a lot of energy into en

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center Studies

2022-11-28 Thread Dennis Picker
The 2010 Facilities Coordinating Committee report cited by Steve Gladstone includes the following as part of its key recommendations: "* Designate “booking coordinators” for space on the school campus and at Town Offices. Publish and make available simple policies and procedures for reserving meet

Re: [LincolnTalk] community center-your excellent post.

2022-11-28 Thread Carol Ryan
Agree ! Carol R Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2022, at 10:19 AM, Sara Mattes wrote: > > Elaine, > -Just re-read this…cheers, cheers! > Thank you Seth and others for bringing up the community center. It’s > something I have been discussing with other youngish seniors (LSRHS class of > 197

[LincolnTalk] Passing Of Esther Braun

2022-11-28 Thread pzbraun
My mother, Esther Braun, passed away peacefully and quickly, with many family members comforting her, this past Thanksgiving weekend. As many longtime Lincoln residents know, she lived in Lincoln's Browns Wood neighborhood and raised her four children with my father, Mort Braun, from 1960 to 2001,

[LincolnTalk] Wednesday's Special Town Meeting

2022-11-28 Thread Elder, Peggy
Good morning, If you would like to watch the Special Town Meeting, please use the link below my signature. This is a Zoom Webinar link. There will be no Moderator and this has been set up so that residents can watch the meeting live. If you wish to participate in the meeting, you must attend

[LincolnTalk] Post knee surgery physical therapy

2022-11-28 Thread Nancy Constable
Please share PT places that were successful for you. Thanks -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscri

[LincolnTalk] ISO dog crate and playpen

2022-11-28 Thread David G
Hi Fellow LIncolnites and Dog Lovers We are adopting a dog next weekend -- 4 month old puppy at this point and wondered if anyone has a crate, playpen or carrying type crate that you no longer need. We would appreciate it. thanks, David -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Linc

Re: [LincolnTalk] community center-your excellent post.

2022-11-28 Thread Sara Mattes
Elaine, -Just re-read this…cheers, cheers! Thank you Seth and others for bringing up the community center. It’s something I have been discussing with other youngish seniors (LSRHS class of 1971)and have a number of concerns. Although I don’t yet use the senior senior, and do think one with an e

[LincolnTalk] Community Center Studies

2022-11-28 Thread Steve Gladstone
Dear all, There have been a large number of intelligent, insightful and sentient people on multiple committees who have invested a large amount of time and effort over many years studying all aspects of a potential community center for our town. Please review their reports via the links below and

Re: [LincolnTalk] The Exceptionally American Problem of Rising Roadway Deaths

2022-11-28 Thread John F. Carr
This story is published a few times a year with the details changed. It's a perennial like "people will drive around holiday time". A lot of it does not apply to Massachusetts, more to the South with its wide pedestrian-eating boulevards that turn a daily stroll into a game of Frogger. Part of wh