July 2010

Rep. Dykema greets Hopkinton residents at the Horribles parade on July 4th.

Photo of Carolyn Dykema at Hopkinton Horribles Parade
 
Dear (Contact First Name),   
 
The past few months have been busy in the district. It has been great to see many of you out and around.
 
The Boston Marathon attracted international attention with the starting line right here in Hopkinton. Our region's schools have been recognized among the best in the nation and we've seen the start of some exciting projects that will support an expanding local economy including funding for local roadways, a sewer connection and affordable housing which you can read more about in town-by-town news.
 
The state budget has dominated activity at the State House, and I am pleased that we were able to balance and deliver our state budget on-time during one of the most difficult fiscal years in recent memory while maintaining our high state bond ratings.
 
Casinos continue to be a hot topic. Thanks to all who completed the survey in the last newsletter or contacted me with your thoughts. Your input was important in informing my recent vote against expanded gambling.
 
I hope you find this newsletter a useful source of information about local and state happenings. As always, thanks for staying in touch with your comments and suggestions. 
 
Warmly,
 Rep. Carolyn Dykema Signature
 
(from left ) Rick Weitzman, Steve Curley, Rep Carolyn Dykema, Tom "Stach" Sanders, and Francis O'Bryant.
Rep Dykema celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the Red Auerbach Basketball school on July 18th with Director of the Basketball school and Holliston resident Steve Curley former Celtics players Rick Weitzman and Tom "Satch" Sanders, and Celtics Operations Liaison Francis O'Bryant
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In this issue:
 

State Budget Highlights 

 

Status of Key Legislation 

 

Rep. Dykema Votes Against Casino Bill 

 

Town-by-town News 

 

RMV Responds to Concerns About Long Lines

 

Supporting our Veterans 

 

Rep. Dykema Votes for Sales Tax Holiday  

 

Listening to the Needs of Local Agriculture

 

Safeguarding our Water Resources