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Needham Planning Board

Monday, April 8, 2013

Letter(s) to the Editor: Three in Support of Artie Crocker

Selectmen John Bulian and Dan Matthews, as well as the former Zoning Board of Appeals chair William Tedoldi write in support of Planning Board candidate Artie Crocker.

As we approach this year’s town election, I am writing to ask the voters’ consideration for Planning Board candidate Artie Crocker. Artie grew up in Needham, has raised a family here, and runs his own small graphic arts business in town. As a volunteer in civic activities and town government, he has demonstrated extraordinary energy and commitment to our community. Over the years, he has shown himself to be a person of strong principle who is willing to speak and listen respectfully to people of all opinions, even when he doesn’t agree with them. Artie will make a positive contribution to the Planning Board. Artie will bring creativity and hard work to the task, and a passion to make the town a better place, now and in the future. On …

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Letter to the Editor: Two Selectmen Support Elizabeth Grimes

Two of Needham's Selectmen write in their support of Elizabeth Grimes, Planning Board candidate.

  Dear Editor: We are writing in support of Elizabeth Grimes for Planning Board with whom we serve on the Council of Economic Advisors (CEA).  Liz is a productive and thoughtful member of the CEA and has been instrumental in some of our most important initiatives including the rezoning and rebranding of Needham Crossing that has already provided a positive impact to Needham. Liz is smart, thoughtful, and takes an analytical approach to developing desired economic growth strategies to benefit Needham and help relieve our residential tax burden.  Much of the work of the CEA involves the Town’s approval and regulatory processes and Liz's experience in these areas will be instrumental on the Planning Board. Liz will bring this same pragmatic …

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Letter to the Editor: Why I'm Voting Elizabeth Grimes for Planning Board

Needham resident Alison Borelli writes her support for Planning Board candidate Elizabeth Grimes.

Dear Editor, I am writing to support Elizabeth Grimes for Planning Board. I know Liz as a fellow Hillside parent and I am impressed by her qualifications and involvement in the Town, as both a fellow Town Meeting Member, and her work with the Needham Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital. It is exciting to see someone with Liz's strong professional background and experience become further involved in Needham and I greatly support her candidacy. I know that Liz has therelevant background in real estate law and zoning to make a positive impact for our community. Please join me in voting for Elizabeth Grimes for Planning Board. Sincerely, Alison Borrelli 1175 Great Plain Avenue [Editor's Note: Selectmen Dan Matthews and John Bulian have written in …

Isabelle Match

12:36 pm on Monday, April 8, 2013

i AGREW WITH JEAN. Cricket field is something so precious, so unique that those who want to destroy it and develop it should take a serious look in the mirror. Also I support the Green Party!   more ›

Friday, February 22, 2013

Letter to the Editor: Elizabeth Grimes Running for Planning Board

Needham resident announces candidacy for open Planning Board seat.

The following was sent by Elizabeth Grimes' campaign: I am pleased to announce my candidacy for the vacant seat on the Needham Planning Board. I have been active on several Needham organizations, including Town Meeting, the Needham Council of Economic Advisors (CEA), the Needham Business Association, and the Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham Board of Advisors. As a practicing Real Estate Attorney, I have the background and expertise necessary to be an effective member of the Planning Board. My passion for our town and my experience will allow me to immediately contribute to the Planning Board’s work in promoting Needham’s economic development while protecting the town’s feel and character. At the CEA, we deal with many zoning issues …

Andrew Jackson

1:05 pm on Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Liz - Lots of luck to you, I am trusting in the people of Needham to elect you to the Board. I know you will do well here as you do in all other things. Lot's of luck and you have my vote! - Andrew - JRSmedical   more ›

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