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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;line-height:115%"><a name="_Hlk48889633"></a><a name="_Hlk45262650"></a><a name="_Hlk41375746"></a><a name="_Hlk56756075"></a><a name="_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><u>LOCAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS AND NOTICES</u></b></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Holiday
Hours<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">In observance of the Christmas and New
Year’s holiday weeks, Town Offices will be closed on Thursday, December 24th, Friday, December 25th, and Friday, January 1st. Town Offices will be open regular hours all other days. Have a happy, safe, and healthy holiday season!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Now
through March 3: Deadline to Obtain Nomination Papers for Annual Town Election<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Nomination papers for the Annual Town
Election to be held on Saturday, April 24<sup>th</sup> are available beginning Monday, January 4<sup>th</sup> through the Town Clerk’s Office. The last day to obtain nomination papers is Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 5:00 PM. The
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/Document/5249034e-e238-eb11-a31e-000c29a59557/4.%202020%20Town%20Election%20Calendar%20posted%2012.18.20.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Election
Calendar</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
with candidate deadlines, the </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/Document/26448197-e238-eb11-a31e-000c29a59557/5.%202020%20Town%20Election%20Terms%20Due%20to%20Expire%20with%20positions.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">positions
on the ballot</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
and a complete </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/Document/d849d980-e338-eb11-a31e-000c29a59557/2021%20Candidates%20Packet.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Candidate
Packet</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
are available on the Town’s website. As the town offices are closed to the public, interested candidates should fill out the
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/Document/bc9948ef-8839-eb11-a31e-000c29a59557/2021%20ATE%20-%20Nomination%20Paper%20Request%20-%20fillable%20PDF.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Candidates
request for nomination papers fillable PDF</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
to obtain papers. Email </span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:townclerksoffice@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">townclerksoffice@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
with questions.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>April
24: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Annual Town Election<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Annual Town Election for the Town
of Easton will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2021 from <b>10:00 AM – 4:00 PM</b> at Oliver Ames High School. Use this link for additional
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.easton.ma.us/departments/town_clerk1/election_information.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Election
Information</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Easton
Public Schools Grab and Go Meal for All Children Age 18 and Under<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Easton Public Schools is offering Grab
and Go meals for all children age 18 and under <span style="color:black">(Regardless of Free & Reduced lunch eligibility)</span>, including children who may not be enrolled in any of the Easton Public Schools. Meals are available for pick up on Mondays at
50 Oliver Street and Wednesdays at Oliver Ames High School (100 Lothrop Street) from 7AM-8:30AM. Prepackaged Breakfasts and Lunches for 3 days are offered at each site. No registration is required. The program is approved through June 2021. If you need further
information contact Marilyn Gordon, School Business Manager, 508-230-3200 x213 or
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:mgordon@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">mgordon@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;text-autospace:none"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://unipaygold.unibank.com/transactioninfo.aspx?TID=22364"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">ONLINE
Dog Licensing Now Available</span></b></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-autospace:none"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">2021 Dog
licenses are now available </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://unipaygold.unibank.com/transactioninfo.aspx?TID=22364"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:windowtext">ONLINE</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.
To license online, search by Dog ID# (can be found on a previous year’s license – this is not the dog tag #) or enter your last name, street name and/or dog name. Residents will only be able to use the online dog licensing service if the rabies certificate
that is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office is current at the time of licensing.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;text-autospace:none"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">To
update your rabies certificate on file please </span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:townclerksoffice@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">email</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
a copy to </span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:townclerksoffice@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:windowtext">townclerksoffice@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
and allow time for internal processing before attempting to license online. Please note that the bank charges .25 to pay by electronic check and while the town offices remain closed to the public the $1.00 postage & handling fee has been waived for each online
license issued. Dog licenses and tags will be mailed directly to you.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><a name="_Hlk57962778"><b>Easton’s
Community Choice Power Supply Program<o:p></o:p></b></a></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk57962778">The
Town of Easton is pleased to announce that Dynegy Energy Services has been selected as the supplier for its Community Choice Power Supply Program. This Program is a municipal aggregation which enables local government to combine the purchasing power of its
residents and businesses to provide them with an alternative to National Grid Basic Service. The aggregation rate is $0.10287/kWh, below the November 1, 2020 – April 30, 2021 National Grid Basic Service rate of $0.12388/kWh. Standard supply customers will
collectively save over $600,000 in this six-month period. Over the 3-year term of the agreement, Easton customers will collectively save an estimated $2.2 million in electricity costs.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk57962778"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk57962778">This
Program only affects the supply portion of your monthly bill. It will not affect the delivery portion of your monthly bill. National Grid will continue to deliver your electricity but Easton has chosen the supplier for the Program. Dynegy will provide electric
power supply for all consumers currently on Basic Service in Easton. Please click here to visit the
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/departments/planning_and_community_development/aggregation.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk57962778">Town’s
aggregation program website</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk57962778"></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk57962778">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>MBTA
Announces a Series of Public Engagement Efforts<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#1C1E23">The MBTA
today announced a series of public engagement efforts to inform riders and stakeholders, and receive their feedback on
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.mbta.com/forgingahead"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Forging
Ahead</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#1C1E23">,
the Authority’s plan to preserve transit access and quality of service available to transit-critical customers. Go online to provide feedback
</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://mbta.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9XgJkYTrL6aySNL"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">here</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#1C1E23">
(</span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://mbta.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9XgJkYTrL6aySNL"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://mbta.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9XgJkYTrL6aySNL</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#1C1E23">)
</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#212121">a</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#1C1E23">nd/or
to participate in any of eleven virtual public meetings, including an Official Public Hearing, where you can provide input and ask questions of MBTA officials. Each meeting will focus on a specific community region within the MBTA’s service area. Meeting details
are available at </span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.mbta.com/forgingahead"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">mbta.com/ForgingAhead</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#1C1E23">.</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Temporary
Grant Assistance is Available for Income-Qualified Easton Renters<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Affordable Housing Trust has partnered
with the Metro West Collaborative non-profit to offer three months of </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/document/18acb366-41cc-ea11-a304-000c29a59557/Easton%20Emergency%20Rental%20Assistance%20Program%20Guidelines%20WEB.PDF&fromFrame=1" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:blue">temporary
grant assistance</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
to Easton renters not receiving other government rental assistance and earning below 80% Area Median Income who have lost income during the ongoing pandemic and recession. Monthly grants are $800 for a 1-bedroom, $900 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,000 for a 3-bedroom.
Anyone interested in applying should contact Robyn Rufo at Metro West directly for an application and other program details (</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:Robyn@metrowestcd.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Robyn@metrowestcd.org</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk49330720"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
or 617-923-3505 x 5). Funding remains available following the August 12 deadline; applications are still being accepted and funds will be awarded to qualified applicants on a first-come, first served basis until the funding is spent.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;text-autospace:none"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><span style="color:black">Easton
Officials Provide Important Information about Novel Coronavirus<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-autospace:none"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">The Town
of Easton has consolidated all of its press releases and public health guidance and directives into one central webpage for ease of use. Our dedicated page,
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.easton.ma.us/covid-19"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="background:white">www.easton.ma.us/covid-19</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">,
includes confirmed case counts, local, state, and national health guidance, contact information for our information line, municipal service info, and many other helpful resources. Please also follow us on
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/townofeastonma/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="background:white">Facebook</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">
and </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://twitter.com/townofeaston"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="background:white">Twitter
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">for
important updates and information.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Reopening
Town of Easton Regulation</span></strong></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><br>
The Board of Health in the Town of Easton, Bristol County, Massachusetts, in accordance with and under the authority of Section 31 of Chapter 111 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth, adopted the
</span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/document/91695b2c-7e9b-ea11-a2f8-000c29a59557/REOPENING%20EASTON%20DOCUMENT%20FILING%20REQUIREMENT%20REGULATION%20Final" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">REOPENING
EASTON DOCUMENT FILING REQUIREMENT</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
REGULATION at a meeting of the Board of Health May 20, 2020. This Regulation is adopted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Governor’s and the Town of Easton’s Declaration of a State of Emergency and to further implement and supplement the Governor’s
May 18, 2020 <em><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Reopening Massachusetts</span></em> plan issued by the Baker-Polito administration on May 18, 2020 in response the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic. This Regulation is intended to protect the health
of the general public in the Town of Easton by requiring sectors to file copies of the documents required under the
<em><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Reopening Massachusetts</span></em> plan namely, the COVID-19 Control Plan and the Self-Certification Checklists. The Governor's Reopening Massachusetts plan and guidance documents can be found here
</span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/info-details/reopening-massachusetts."><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.mass.gov/info-details/reopening-massachusetts.</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;text-autospace:none"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Status
of Town Services</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;background:white"><o:p></o:p></span></strong></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">In keeping with the Governor’s continued
emergency actions limiting gatherings and other efforts to maximize social distancing and reduce the spread of COVID-19, the Town Offices and Frothingham Hall are to remain closed to the public until further notice. All departments are working remotely and
are reachable during regular business hours via telephone, email, or US mail. Town department contact information and the status of municipal services during the COVID-19 State of Emergency can be accessed
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/easton_residents/about_easton/contact_us.php"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#0B7BC0;background:white">here</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">.
To review the Town of Easton Interim Inspection Policy during COVID-19 Declared State of Emergency, please click
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/document/027ac652-b86e-ea11-a2ee-000c29a59557/Interim%20COVID-19%20Inspection%20Policy%202020.03.25"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#0B7BC0;background:white">here</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">.
This policy is applicable to all inspectional staff, including the Building Department, Board of Health, Planning, Zoning, Conservation, DPW, Water, and Assessors. The Town appreciates your continued patience and support as we all do our part together to
flatten the curve and limit the spread of COVID-19.</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Real
Estate, Personal Property, Excise, Trash and Water Bill Payments</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></strong></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">Due dates and interest charges have
resumed a normal schedule. We encourage online bill payment via </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://epay.cityhallsystems.com/selection"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="background:white">https://epay.cityhallsystems.com/selection</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">.
Payments can also be made by US mail or can be placed in the drop box in front of the Town Offices at 136 Elm Street. Cash cannot be accepted at this time. If paying via US mail, please direct to: Town of Easton, Collector’s Office, 136 Elm Street, Easton,
MA 02356, or use the envelope and remittance coupon included with your paper bill. If you are having difficulty paying your bills, there are options available in certain cases. Please call the collector’s office at 508-230-0610.</span><span style="color:black;background:white"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Veterans Benefits During COVID-19</b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">M.G.L. Chapter 115 provides a needs based, means tested program of financial
and medical assistance for qualifying veterans and their dependents. Eligible applicants may receive financial assistance for food, shelter, clothing, housing supplies, and dental and medical care. These benefits are available for dependents of deceased veterans
as well. To qualify as a single applicant your gross income must be below $2,081 and your assets must be below $5,000. To qualify as a married couple your gross income must below $2,818 and your assets must be below $9,800. Assets refer to liquid assets and
do not include your home, vehicle, etc. it does, however include any IRA, 401k, stocks, bonds, trusts. We are proud to offer access to these benefits that you have earned through you or your loved one’s service to our country. Please contact Cory Ahonen, Veterans’
Service Officer, at 774-273-1991 or by e-mail at </span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:cahonen@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">cahonen@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span class="MsoHyperlink">,</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
to find out what documentation is needed to complete your application.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Veterans Discretionary Fund</b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Veterans Discretionary Fund is reserved for the purchase or reimbursement
of expenses required to sustain daily living for any veteran who is a resident of Easton, MA. If you would like to donate or if you are in need of assistance from this fund please contact Cory Ahonen, Veterans’ Service Officer, at 774-273-1991 or by e-mail
at </span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:cahonen@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">cahonen@easton.ma.us</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Local
Business Assistance from the Small Business Administration</span></strong></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><span style="color:black;background:white"><br>
</span></b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">New loan programs
for small business owners and non-profits are available under the CARES Act, including up to $10 million under the Paycheck Protection Program:
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#0B7BC0;background:white">https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">.
Find more information about all of the loan programs </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://eastontownma.documents-on-demand.com/document/eecbd6e8-d878-ea11-a2f1-000c29a59557/LOCAL%20BUSINESS%20ASSISTANCE%20FROM%20THE%20SBA?fbclid=IwAR3dR9kuer2UxbFIPnTOq6HXDNg9YsTxNnfhzeCccCXjN7NMctInW4LYZLM" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#0B7BC0;background:white">here</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;background:white">.
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Easton Cable Access Television<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">ECAT will be broadcasting local and state COVID-19 information on Channel 9
Comcast and 22 Verizon Monday - Saturday from 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM and every day from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. All live meetings will continue to take place on Channel 98 Comcast and 23 Verizon. An archive on COVID-19 community meetings is available at
</span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.eastoncat.org/covid-19"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">www.eastoncat.org/covid-19</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><u>COMMUNITY NEWS</u></b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Important Notice from the Easton Food Pantry<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>The Easton Food Pantry has new hours: Mondays
Noon – 3:30 PM at 136 Elm Street (Easton Town Offices Lot). The Pantry is closed December 28, 2020.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Easton Food Pantry is here to serve residents in need. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:9.0pt;text-indent:-9.0pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">1. Call in by 5:00 PM Sunday evenings
at (508) 230-0670 and leave the following info on voicemail: name, address, phone #, and number of members in the family. Speak slowly and clearly.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:9.0pt;text-indent:-9.0pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">2. Clients must remain in their
cars at all times. Someone will come to the car to check you in and a volunteer will bring your bag/s to your trunk. Please make certain it is clear.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:9.0pt;text-indent:-9.0pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">3. You must wear a mask when speaking
with our volunteers.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:9.0pt;text-indent:-9.0pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">4. Please do not line up prior
to opening; it impedes Town Hall traffic.<b> </b><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">If you are newly in need of food and supplies,
come see us on Mondays from 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Please bring with you proof of Easton residency, such as a current utility bill, tax bill, etc. that has your name and address on it (drivers licenses are not considered proof of residency). Stay in your car,
and a volunteer will come to register you.<b> <o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>For the safety of our clients and volunteers,
the Pantry will not open during severely cold or stormy weather. If you are in doubt, call ahead.</b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Donations:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>The Pantry is not holding food drives until the Spring of 2021.<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">If you would like to donate NON-PERISHABLE food or supplies, we ask that you
please use the bins located at Roche Bros, Shaw's, or 50 Oliver St. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CANNOT ACCEPT ANY PERISHABLE ITEMS OR EXPIRED FOOD. Monetary donations and local supermarket gift certificates are always greatly appreciated, and can be mailed to:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Easton Food Pantry<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">136 Elm Street<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Easton, MA 02356<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Other business: please leave a message at (508) 230-0670 if you have questions
or would like to volunteer. Messages are checked frequently to ensure the mailbox is never full.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Thank you to the people of Easton for your support!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Check the
</span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Easton-Food-Pantry-147638461971296/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Easton
Food Pantry Facebook page</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
for updates.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>December 30: Successful Virtual Interviews</b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">6:30 pm – 8:00pm The Ames Free Library is
hosting a free online workshop with career specialist Gary Gekow. Register at </span>
</span></span></span><a href="http://www.amesfreelibrary.org/events"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">www.amesfreelibrary.org/events</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.
Suitable for all ages. The workshop will provide excellent tools to build skills and confidence in the daunting task of looking for employment in a virtual world!<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="gmail-font8CxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;vertical-align:baseline">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>January 4 through March 22: Path to Healing Holistic Outpatient Program for Military Trauma<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="gmail-font8CxSpLast" style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;vertical-align:baseline">
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">Path to Healing, Inc. APPLY NOW-Deadline to apply for Winter Session is December 15!
</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;letter-spacing:.35pt;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">Interested
participants should send an email to </span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:info@pathtohealingma.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="letter-spacing:.35pt;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">info@pathtohealingma.org</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black;letter-spacing:.35pt;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">.
Path to Healing is a holistic, outpatient program for military trauma. This 10-week program runs 3 days per week, offered to groups of 6. Winter Session runs January 4-March 22, 2021. See website for COVID-19 precautions.
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.pathtohealingma.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.pathtohealingma.org</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="Default" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Old
Colony YMCA – Easton Branch 2020-2021: Child Care & School Age Extended Learning<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="Default"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><i><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Spots are available!</span></i></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">
</span></b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Registration
is open for School Age (ages 5-12yrs) & Child Care (6 months-5yrs) Enrollment. </span>
</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Need
to go back to work? Is remote learning a struggle at home? Look no further than the Old Colony Y’s Easton Branch. Although we are well into the school year, there are still spaces available. At this time, registrations are being accepted for all Child Care
and School Age Programs. We are offering Full Day and Before & After School for children throughout the school year, Monday – Friday for any students in virtual hybrid learning programs. Our Full Day program has academic specialists on hand to support your
children while taking virtual classes. Before & After School programs will be held at each school for in-person learning days, while Full Day care will be held at our Barrows Street location for remote learning days. Our Child Care center is located at the
Easton YMCA. For more information, please contact: <b>School Age Director:</b> James McMorrow at
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:jmcmorrow@oldcolonyymca.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">jmcmorrow@oldcolonyymca.org</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">
or <b>Child Care Director:</b> Victoria Jolly at </span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:vjolly@oldcolonyymca.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">vjolly@oldcolonyymca.org</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Council on Aging Newsletter<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The Council on Aging is here for you! Please click on this link to view our
December newsletter, hot off the presses! </span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.easton.ma.us/Decemberr%202020.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.easton.ma.us/Decemberr%202020.pdf</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Council on Aging’s Friendly Caller Program</b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The COA has developed a new program that we are really excited about called
the Friendly Caller Program. The purpose of this program is to spread positivity and prevent social isolation. This will be especially important this holiday season! Those signed up will receive a weekly call from one of our volunteers, where you can share
stories or experiences, chat about current events, or just make small talk. This is also a great way to get to know some fellow seniors in town. If you are interested in enrolling to receive calls, please call the COA at 508-230-0690.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Attention Veterans! The Reveille Newsletter
- A Publication of Easton Veterans’ Services</b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.ourseniorcenter.com/find/easton-veterans-services/bulletin/file/06-5360-20200701N.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://www.ourseniorcenter.com/find/easton-veterans-services/bulletin/file/06-5360-20200701N.pdf</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Town of Easton Community Free Calendars are
Available<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The annual free Town of Easton Community Calendar from September 2020 through
August 2021 are available prepared and published by the North Easton Savings Bank. The calendar lists civic and organizational information about Easton, religious groups, and basic school dates. Assisting with this project are Morse Insurance and Scoreboard
Enterprises, Inc. The calendars are available at all Easton branches of the North Easton Savings Bank, the Town Office, the Ames Free Library, the Historical Society, and the School Department.</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>Ames Free Library Open For Quick Browsing
- Holds pick-up - Computer Use<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">The library is open from 10 am - 5 pm, Monday through Saturday, as well as 5
pm - 8 pm on Thursdays. Visit for quick browsing, pick-up of holds, reference questions, and use of computers, printers and scanner. Those who do not wish to enter the building can book an appointment for window-pickups at
</span></span></span></span><a href="https://amesfreelibrary.org/library-open-holds-pickup-computer-use" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">https://amesfreelibrary.org/library-open-holds-pickup-computer-use</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">.
For more information, email </span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:info@amesfreelibrary.org" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">info@amesfreelibrary.org</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">
or call 508-238-2000 between 10 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday. All library material must be returned in the external Book Drop where it will be quarantined for 7 days.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>South Shore Habitat for Humanity Begins Building
its Easton Home!<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">South
Shore Habitat for Humanity is excited to announce that it has resumed its Electric Avenue project, a home for one family! After a pause related to Covid-19, excavation crews are back at work and the foundation will be completed by late August. All recommended
Covid-related safety protocols will be followed on the build site. If your company or group would like to build with us, please contact Development Officer Joe Regan at 781-337-7744, ext. 18 or
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:jregan@sshabitat.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">jregan@sshabitat.org</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">.
Corporate sponsorships, as well as gifts of product and services, are welcome! <span style="color:black">
This Project was funded in part through the Town of Easton’s Affordable Housing Trust and Community Preservation Act Program.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b>South Shore Habitat for Humanity Is Seeking
An Easton Ambassador For Its Current Electric Avenue Project<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black">South Shore Habitat for Humanity is currently looking
for an Easton resident to fill the role of South Shore Habitat for Humanity</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:red">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black">Ambassador, which will support the building
of a single-family home for the duration of the project (approximately 8 months). Examples of the functions performed by this volunteer role may include: promoting the project within the town, encouraging resident</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#212121">s</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black">,
businesses and organizations to engage and participat</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#212121">e</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black">
and potentially facilitat</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#212121">e
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black">third party fundraising. Additional
functions may also be added, based on the availability of the Ambassador and needs of the project. Interested parties should contact Development Officer Joe Regan at
</span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:jregan@sshabitat.org"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633">jregan@sshabitat.org</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:black">.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="color:#212121"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="default0" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><b><i><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">About
the Town Crier</span></i></b></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><i>The Town Crier is typically sent on Fridays informing subscribers of local
government news, notices and community events. To request an event be added to a future newsletter, please send an email to
</i></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:lflorio@easton.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><i>lflorio@easton.ma.us</i></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk56756075"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk41375746"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk45262650"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk48889633"><i>
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