Author: Amy Ritterbusch

Flamingos Have Landed in Hopkinton

Flamingos Have Landed in Hopkinton

Under the cover of darkness eHop will be herding a flock of 24 friendly flamingos around town. To join in on the fun, send a flock to a friend! Visit our website for details and ordering information (www.educatehopkinton.com) or simply email Tara Sanda and she 

Milford Casino Update

Milford Casino Update

Tonight, June 3 at 7:00pm, Foxwoods will be presenting detailed plans to the Milford Board of Selectmen in a public meeting held in the Milford High School Auditorium. Residents and friends opposed to the casino are invited to wear red shirts in solidarity and to 

Board of Selectmen Updates

Board of Selectmen Updates

At the May 21 Board of Selectmen Meeting, John Mosher was elected Chairman for the coming year and Ben Palleiko was elected Vice-Chairman. Also at the meeting, the board accepted the resignation of Ron Eldridge from the Appropriation Committee effective June 30. In addition the Selectmen voted 

Save the Date – Family Cookout / eHop Annual Meeting

Save the Date – Family Cookout / eHop Annual Meeting

The eHop Annual Family Cookout / Meeting of Members will be held Saturday, June 29 at 4:00-7:00pm. If you are a member you will be receiving a Punchbowl e-invitation with more details within the next week.

Town Meeting Results Day 2

Town Meeting Results Day 2

CAPITAL EXPENSES AND PROJECTS Article 25: ADAOC Phase VII PASSED Article 26: Lakeshore Drive Culvert PASSED Article 27: Water/Sewer Manager’s Truck PASSED Article 28: DPW Director’s Vehicle PASSED Article 29: DPW Dump Truck PASSED Article 30: DPW Trackless Municipal Tractor PASSED Article 31: DPW Street 

School Council Representatives Needed for 2013-2014

School Council Representatives Needed for 2013-2014

As this school year is quickly coming to a close, it’s not too early to start thinking about next year and how you can make a difference in your child’s education! We are currently seeking candidates for the School Councils for the 2013-14 school year. 

Town Meeting Results Day 1

Town Meeting Results Day 1

REPORTS Article 1: Acceptance of Town Reports PASSED FINANCIAL – FISCAL YEAR 2013 Article 2: FY 2013 Supplemental Appropriations PASSED Article 3: FY 2013 Budget Transfers NO ACTION Article 4: Unpaid Bills from Previous Fiscal Years PASSED Article 5: Property Tax Exemption Increase PASSED FINANCIAL 

Coming Up on Town Meeting Day 2 Tuesday

Coming Up on Town Meeting Day 2 Tuesday

Hopkinton Annual Town Meeting Day 2 Tuesday, May 7 at 7:00-11:00pm Hopkinton Middle School Auditorium There are 44 articles left to vote. Town meeting will repeat the following evenings 7:00-11:00pm until all the articles are voted. CAPITAL EXPENSES AND PROJECTS Article 25: ADAOC Phase VII Article 

Town Meeting Begins Tomorrow at 7:00pm

Town Meeting Begins Tomorrow at 7:00pm

Hopkinton Annual Town Meeting Day 1 Monday, May 6 at 7:00-11:00pm Hopkinton Middle School Auditorium There are 68 articles to vote on in the warrant this year. Town meeting will repeat the following evenings 7:00-11:00pm until all the articles are voted. We expect Town Meeting to 

Article 54: Zoning – Temporary Banner Signage submitted by eHop

Article 54: Zoning – Temporary Banner Signage submitted by eHop

Did you know that the Educate Hopkinton board members submitted a citizen’s petition to Town Meeting this year? Article 54 would allow Community, Civic and Non-Profit groups to hang temporary banners over main street promoting events. Banners would be allowed at the discretion of the 

eHop Sponsors May Veteran’s Breakfast

eHop Sponsors May Veteran’s Breakfast

This past Friday, Educate Hopkinton sponsored the monthly Veterans’ Breakfast at the Senior Center. Thank you to everyone who helped us raise the money by participating in our recent Bertucci’s fundraiser. To learn more about Hopkinton’s Veterans, please visit these links:  Photo Galleries http://www.hcam.tv/veterans/slideshow.shtml www.sceneinhopkinton.org/p651094365  

“Know Your Vote” Wednesday on HCAM

“Know Your Vote” Wednesday on HCAM

In preparation for Annual Town Meeting Educate Hopkinton will be hosting a “Know Your Vote” Question and Answer Forum on Wednesday, May 1 at 6:30-8:00 pm at HCAM-TV Studios, 77 Main St (Lower Level), Hopkinton. Residents are invited to attend the forum in person or watch on TV (Verizon