[LincolnTalk] chicks' story, predator attack

2024-05-13 Thread Bijoy Misra
a raccoon here in years. My wife suspects rat. It is a sad day here. Last time chicks just flew away gleefully. I found a second nest on the top of the wreath, it was too casual. I had seen a bird sitting there, but didn't think of the nest. So it goes. With my respects to nature, Bijoy Misra

[LincolnTalk] bird nest, chicks

2024-05-09 Thread Bijoy Misra
occasionally, the chicks have beaks and eyes now, fur is coming. The mother keeps guard twenty feet away. She occasionally comes and shouts, possibly to teach the chicks how to make sound. Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse

Re: [LincolnTalk] Background and Thoughts: Town Meeting History

2023-12-23 Thread Bijoy Misra
gatherings to function. The British continued the process but shortened the allowable time. People got creative in throwing in indirect protest lyrics with devotional music. Gandhi used prayer meetings to mobilize people. Merry Christmas. Bijoy Misra On Sat, Dec 23, 2023 at 8:05 AM Allen Vander

[LincolnTalk] gratitude to the Town, Christmas gift

2023-12-23 Thread Bijoy Misra
lture - Prehistory to 1947AD" can be downloaded from our website https://www.indiadiscoverycenter.org I offer this with my gratitude. Merry Christmas. Bijoy Misra Bedford Road -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist

Re: [LincolnTalk] Retail/Mall-Viability/Profitablity

2023-12-21 Thread Bijoy Misra
. Is this how the town decisions have been made in the past? Somebody not informed wants to understand! Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Wed, Dec 20, 2023 at 9:48 AM Rich Rosenbaum wrote: > I’m not sure how my name got at the end of this post, but this is not my > statement. > > > > On Tue,

Re: [LincolnTalk] Speaking time at town meeting

2023-12-20 Thread Bijoy Misra
be heard. The tables can be open for two hours. The ballots should be electronic. We must conserve time Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Wed, Dec 20, 2023 at 9:07 AM Adam M Hogue wrote: > Paul 100% agreed. Also, especially in Lincoln things do not just appear > at town meeting we have dozens of me

Re: [LincolnTalk] FW: My Turn

2023-12-13 Thread Bijoy Misra
Precise point! Well conveyed. On Tue, Dec 12, 2023 at 6:18 PM Maureen Malin wrote: > Totally agree > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Dec 12, 2023, at 8:35 AM, June L Matthews wrote: > >  > > > > Friends and neighbors: Following the Dec. 2 Town Meeting I wrote a piece > which I hoped would

[LincolnTalk] town participation in Planning

2023-12-08 Thread Bijoy Misra
to the Planning Board members to respect views. It is not "we win, they lose". There are no "they". There are a lot of talents in town, let us use them all. Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives

[LincolnTalk] politicization in town, path forward

2023-12-04 Thread Bijoy Misra
development a public concern or a private concern? If it is public, what process do we institute to let the public participate?. Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman

[LincolnTalk] Rural Land Foundation and negative cash flow

2023-12-01 Thread Bijoy Misra
public and private funds in the present strong green economy. Something really has gone wrong. I appeal all to examine and make some wise decisions than selling land Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https

Re: [LincolnTalk] Zoning restrictions maintain Town control

2023-12-01 Thread Bijoy Misra
immediately for solvency. I request the RLF Board to comment and take action. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Fri, Dec 1, 2023 at 2:27 AM RAandBOB wrote: > Most house lots in town are zoned for by-right single-family housing. You > can’t build just any house on these lots, however. The bu

Re: [LincolnTalk] District contiguity question

2023-11-30 Thread Bijoy Misra
is another big-ticket item for the State. .Our town would benefit with good train service but that is well into the future. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Thu, Nov 30, 2023 at 8:00 PM David Cuetos wrote: > I am going to attach the email I sent to the Director of Planning, > Jennifer Glass and Utile

Re: [LincolnTalk] Changes to Options C and D made as recently as yesterday

2023-11-30 Thread Bijoy Misra
I don't understand the rush and the errors. Errors happen when we are not careful or do not fully understand. Let us be conservative and vote E for HCA compliance. Then do the Mall development with more thoughtful (error-free!) public discussion. Let us not rush. Best regards, Bijoy Misra

Re: [LincolnTalk] Rural Land Foundation Seeks Your Support

2023-11-30 Thread Bijoy Misra
F financial document if it is open for public view. Transparency should be the part of the appeal. Thank you. Regards Bijoy Misra On Thu, Nov 30, 2023 at 2:43 PM Michelle Barnes via Lincoln < lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote: > November 30, 2023 > > > > Dear Lincoln Residents,

Re: [LincolnTalk] The real reason we cannot require more affordable units under HCA zoning

2023-11-30 Thread Bijoy Misra
public engagement in changing the by-laws? Regards, Bijoy Misra On Wed, Nov 29, 2023 at 9:09 PM Robert Ahlert wrote: > So how can we be expected to vote on Saturday when key information is > contained in ONLY the Zoning Bylaw? > > For example, the section on the Village Center states

Re: [LincolnTalk] Ruth Ann Hendrickson Supports Option C

2023-11-29 Thread Bijoy Misra
can work with the town ethos. Let the new young people lead and protect the town. Let the town be more active and be a model in development efforts. Let it keep its green.. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Wed, Nov 29, 2023 at 7:57 AM Pastor Allen wrote: > Ruth Ann is absolutely correct, an

Re: [LincolnTalk] Ruth Ann Hendrickson Supports Option C

2023-11-29 Thread Bijoy Misra
If we want to destroy the town as we see it, we go with Option C. If we protect the town and still do development, we do Option E. Bijoy Misra (an independent observer) On Tue, Nov 28, 2023 at 9:02 PM Ruth Ann Hendrickson wrote: > I support new and more affordable housing in Lincoln, and

Re: [LincolnTalk] A recommended Sunday drive

2023-11-28 Thread Bijoy Misra
*What does it mean to 'maintain the character' of a town that is beyond the reach of so many people? * Do distributed housing. Allow people to come, don't pack up. Option E is created. further creativity can emerge, We just have to think on behalf of the land. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Tue

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln and the Housing Choice Act: What Lies Ahead

2023-11-28 Thread Bijoy Misra
Very clear. Very well done! Bijoy Misra On Mon, Nov 27, 2023 at 10:03 PM Barbara Peskin wrote: > Dear Lincoln, > > Please review this screencast about Option C, Option E and What Lies > Ahead. > > > https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZqfU8l81x9-zkboI7Gmargq62nxr

Re: [LincolnTalk] Reminder: Town HCA information

2023-11-27 Thread Bijoy Misra
, Bijoy Misra On Mon, Nov 27, 2023 at 10:08 AM John F. Carr wrote: > Table 5 of the traffic report shows intersection delays. > For example, in 2020 about one car a minute made it > through the southbound stop sign on Codman Road > during rush hour. The volume and delay at this inters

[LincolnTalk] leaf mulch

2023-11-26 Thread Bijoy Misra
the road-side patch yesterday. You can notice while driving by or walking. Regards, Bijoy Misra 180 Bedford Road -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription

[LincolnTalk] non-turkey Thanksgiving

2023-11-23 Thread Bijoy Misra
blesses us with food and shelter. It's the Mother. Let us continue to respect the ground in our own way. Let the ground continue to bless us with her trees, herbs, flowers, animals, birds and insects. . Happy Thanksgiving. Best regards, Bijoy Misra Bedford Road -- The LincolnTalk mailing list

Re: [LincolnTalk] Mass. Investment in Communities that Build Around Commuter Rail Stations

2023-11-22 Thread Bijoy Misra
it up. Bijoy Misra On Tue, Nov 21, 2023 at 7:14 PM Lis Herbert wrote: > I grew up riding Metro-North, and I understand that by comparison the > Fitchburg line is not great. The frequency is a problem, and that in large > part dictates the degree to which people depend on it, and their

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCAWG meeting November 21, 8:00 am.

2023-11-21 Thread Bijoy Misra
Landing where egress was a problem because of the highway.. Lincoln station traffic study would need a projection of congestion and time delay. , Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Tue, Nov 21, 2023 at 11:32 AM wrote: > I attended the HCA working group meeting on Zoom this morning. A major >

Re: [LincolnTalk] Reminder: Town HCA information

2023-11-20 Thread Bijoy Misra
and the findings in this document? Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Mon, Nov 20, 2023 at 6:26 PM Margaret Olson wrote: > The town HCA information is available here: > https://www.lincolntown.org/1327/Housing-Choice-Act-Working-Group. > > That page has an FAQ section, links to presentation

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCA fiscal impact - back to overrides

2023-11-20 Thread Bijoy Misra
would benefit from their diligent efforts. I invite others to pitch in. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Sat, Nov 18, 2023 at 11:12 PM Karla Gravis wrote: > There were actually six overrides in the five year period between > 2000-2005, mostly driven by high enrollment at the school. Acc

Re: [LincolnTalk] November 21st meeting - question

2023-11-18 Thread Bijoy Misra
in an impulse. . We need time to breathe and determine. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Sat, Nov 18, 2023 at 9:42 AM Benjamin Shiller wrote: > I hope recent comments lead to a discussion as to what is the right amount > of development for Lincoln right now. So far, I feel the argument ha

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCA and follow up

2023-11-16 Thread Bijoy Misra
lopment by the State. Flooding people at the station will cause misery to life elsewhere. So we should reject HCA now and write to State why. We should create housing in town and leave the station open. The state should address the commuter issue and we add housing at the Station. Best regards, B

Re: [LincolnTalk] Brookline passes HCA rezoning

2023-11-15 Thread Bijoy Misra
envision that Lincoln Road has a 500 ft commercial corridor as a business district. It has to be planned and designed and not rushed. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Wed, Nov 15, 2023 at 7:39 AM Bob Mason wrote: > > https://brookline.news/town-meeting-passes-major-rezoning-likely-to-reshape-h

[LincolnTalk] HCA and follow up

2023-11-15 Thread Bijoy Misra
by many neighboring towns. I hear the loss to the town is minimal compared to huge potential gain in affordable housing and the control of land. My request is to create an option of Reject HCA, which should have been in the ballot anyway. Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list

[LincolnTalk] Today's Select Board and HCA meeting

2023-11-14 Thread Bijoy Misra
determined to ignore people's. voice. The Select Board appeared sympathetic to the popular dilemma. Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change

[LincolnTalk] Town new housing

2023-11-13 Thread Bijoy Misra
Dear friends, Since Dec 2 is a selection process, I appeal to the Select board to have two alternatives: 1. Comply HCA and rezone as suggested in proposal C. 2. Postpone decisions till further analysis is done. Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail

Re: [LincolnTalk] Housing Choice Act and Exclusionary Zoning Report-the HAC will make us even more exclusive.

2023-11-13 Thread Bijoy Misra
Can you please cite what is substantiated and by what means? On Mon, Nov 13, 2023 at 10:12 AM Bob Kupperstein wrote: > > > On Sun, Nov 12, 2023 at 3:59 PM Bijoy Misra wrote: > >> ... *The overwhelming voice is to exclude the Lincoln* >> *station area until

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCA Myths

2023-11-12 Thread Bijoy Misra
but outside the RLF operations. RLF should present the case of residential development in Lincoln station separately for approval in town. I appeal for transparency in all fiscal operations. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Sun, Nov 12, 2023 at 4:01 PM David Cuetos wrote: > I would like to address s

Re: [LincolnTalk] Housing Choice Act and Exclusionary Zoning Report-the HAC will make us even more exclusive.

2023-11-12 Thread Bijoy Misra
station area for residential development without analysis would be suicidal for the town. I am speaking on behalf of many who wish to live here and develop the town wholesome retaining its character. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Sun, Nov 12, 2023 at 10:19 AM DJCP wrote: > First, I did not sa

Re: [LincolnTalk] Response to HCAWG's answers to residents questions

2023-11-09 Thread Bijoy Misra
for the Station Mall.. The town residents should have a say on the public space. A big Thank You to all who spoke up last night. Bijoy Misra On Thu, Nov 9, 2023 at 7:14 AM David Cuetos wrote: > I would like to share with the public some responses to the HCAWG's > answers to resident questions. W

[LincolnTalk] Town meeting observations, kudos to Jennifer Glass

2023-11-09 Thread Bijoy Misra
.. Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo/lincoln.

Re: [LincolnTalk] Why Lincoln should overlay HCA zoning over existing multi-family districts

2023-11-07 Thread Bijoy Misra
it appears that rezoning Lincoln station is the only game in town. I hope you would agree that a distributed development will have a better reward to the town than creating massive housing for profit. Various other options have been mapped and they do look elegant from the town point of view. . Bijoy

Re: [LincolnTalk] New Options for HCA Compliance

2023-11-06 Thread Bijoy Misra
not disconnect the elected representative from understanding the views of the residents. It would be grossly unfair if the Select Committee and the WG ignore the considered opinions expressed through this public medium. Best regards, Bijoy Misra . . On Mon, Nov 6, 2023 at 7:54 AM Lynne Smith wrote: >

Re: [LincolnTalk] the Rural Land Foundation and the Housing Choice Act

2023-11-03 Thread Bijoy Misra
accountability? "Russians are coming" again! Regards, Bijoy Misra On Thu, Nov 2, 2023 at 5:54 PM Pastor Allen wrote: > Bijoy, > > First, there was a Housing Trust vote to approve that Loan. I was there > for it. I do not remember if you were on the Housing Trust at tha

Re: [LincolnTalk] Update from Housing Choice Act Working Group

2023-11-03 Thread Bijoy Misra
community members. They can be invited to serve in the Committee. Is there a problem? Regards, Bijoy Misra On Fri, Nov 3, 2023 at 3:32 PM Jennifer Glass via Lincoln < lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote: > *2023 11 03 HCAWG Update:* > > > In response to community feedback after

Re: [LincolnTalk] Open letter to HCA Working Group

2023-11-02 Thread Bijoy Misra
is deeply entrenched and hardly cares to listen to this discussion. A total fresh look is required. Regards, Bijoy Misra ‪On Wed, Nov 1, 2023 at 8:32 AM ‫ٍSarah Postlethwait‬‎ wrote:‬ > For anyone having trouble seeing the images- please see the PDF version > attached. > > Sarah

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCA General Information Video

2023-10-30 Thread Bijoy Misra
Well explained. I love the grassroot town involvement in planning. The town is a shelter to a diverse wildlife. I love the advocacy. It is their land we have encroached, let us be gentle. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 10:42 PM Barbara Peskin wrote: > Dear Lincoln, &g

Re: [LincolnTalk] Inaccuracies in rezoning proposals submitted to the State

2023-10-30 Thread Bijoy Misra
not be produced or written over by third party individuals who have little interest in the town. Please reconstitute the Working Group taking many able volunteers from this group. The sky won't fall! Let us all be objective and focused with *application of intelligent foresight* . Bijoy Misra

Re: [LincolnTalk] Inaccuracies in rezoning proposals submitted to the State

2023-10-29 Thread Bijoy Misra
f interest that bothers me! It is us, not the developer! Bijoy Misra On Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at 1:18 PM Karla Gravis wrote: > One of the questions we submitted was answered as part of the FAQs that > were sent out by the HCAWG on Friday, but the rest were not. See below for > quote from that e

Re: [LincolnTalk] Inaccuracies in rezoning proposals submitted to the State

2023-10-29 Thread Bijoy Misra
ed housing and we should also respond to the general population. But we must deliberate and take public concerns into account. The town should release itself from the developers' control. Regards, Bijoy Misra ‪On Sat, Oct 28, 2023 at 8:24 AM ‫ٍSarah Postlethwait‬‎ wrote:‬ > Many of us still reca

Re: [LincolnTalk] Inaccuracies in rezoning proposals submitted to the State

2023-10-28 Thread Bijoy Misra
? Bijoy Misra ‪On Fri, Oct 27, 2023 at 5:59 PM ‫ٍSarah Postlethwait‬‎ wrote:‬ > Peter- > 100% agree with all of your points, and I support your nomination of David > to the HCAWG. > > In fact- on Monday when I spoke to Jennifer Glass *The Select board > representative on the H

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCA & Codman Road

2023-10-27 Thread Bijoy Misra
. It is not acces road development as in Oriole Landing. I am not brighter than people in the planning board, but I saw then and see now that the people are not "planning" using the models but are talking in slogans and misleading vocabulary.. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Wed, Oct 25, 2023

Re: [LincolnTalk] Inaccuracies in rezoning proposals submitted to the State

2023-10-27 Thread Bijoy Misra
n employee. Paula may know and may share. . Bijoy Misra On Fri, Oct 27, 2023 at 9:32 AM Sara Mattes wrote: > I do not see accusations or conspiracy theories advanced here. > > Rather there is an effort to get answers and have a better understanding > of what we are being asked to endo

Re: [LincolnTalk] Inaccuracies in rezoning proposals submitted to the State

2023-10-26 Thread Bijoy Misra
spect there is a lot of unhealthy practice in fiscal handling in pretension of creating security and compliance. A total abolition of the self-appointed guardianship should be called for. A full audit could reveal the moles. Sorry to sound unfriendly. Regards, Bijoy Misra ‪On Thu, Oct 26, 2023 at 1:

Re: [LincolnTalk] Planning Board meeting link 10/24

2023-10-24 Thread Bijoy Misra
is with the developers and is deaf to people. Sorry about my negative remarks. A concerned resident, Bijoy Misra On Tue, Oct 24, 2023 at 10:31 AM Deborah Howe via Lincoln < lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote: > Here is the link to tonight's Planning Board meeting agenda, with Zoom > l

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCA, High rent and related issues of roadblocks to homeownership

2023-10-22 Thread Bijoy Misra
citizens' committee can accomplish this. Bijoy Misra On Sat, Oct 21, 2023 at 11:57 AM cmontie montie.net wrote: > While I’m chiming in regarding the HCA, I feel the need to separately > address the issue of affordability: > > I understand the Act as written limits affordable

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCA: Zoom link for Planning Board meeting on Tuesday October 24th

2023-10-20 Thread Bijoy Misra
deas. Let the young join in. Let us be fully represented. Best regards, Bijoy Misra ‪On Thu, Oct 19, 2023 at 8:14 PM ‫ٍSarah Postlethwait‬‎ wrote:‬ > Im aware that there are 6 total meetings posted since December 2022, and 5 > are missing meeting minutes that must be posted within 30 days of t

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln does it's part - RLF can propose something modest - Option C is not modest

2023-10-19 Thread Bijoy Misra
That's the point! We rezone as we like and we put our own zoning rules. On Thu, Oct 19, 2023 at 10:51 AM Sara Mattes wrote: > That is why if we rezone OUTSIDE of the HCA, going through our normal > channels, we can have 15%… or more. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Oct 19, 2023, at 4:47 PM,

Re: [LincolnTalk] speculation about HCA

2023-10-15 Thread Bijoy Misra
catastrophe if we don't buy into the plan. Hope this is not the way other towns are doing their construction projects. Best regards, Bijoy Misra. . On Sun, Oct 15, 2023 at 4:40 PM Susanna Szeto wrote: > I also am concerned about selling land off to the developer! Once we > don’t own th

Re: [LincolnTalk] Shaina's media

2023-10-13 Thread Bijoy Misra
Admirable! Loved it! Bijoy On Fri, Oct 13, 2023 at 8:18 AM Stephen R. Low < steve@gordianconcepts.com> wrote: > Here is a link to Shaina’s BBC interview on Oct. 12: >

Re: [LincolnTalk] Thoughts on the Housing Choice Act and the October 10th Multi-Board Meeting

2023-10-11 Thread Bijoy Misra
Dear Margaret, Can you please give a pointer to this document that we can review the nuances? Thank you. Bijoy Misra On Wed, Oct 11, 2023 at 9:56 AM Margaret Olson wrote: > If we require 25% affordable housing we will not comply with the state's > 3A requirements. To require any amount o

Re: [LincolnTalk] question

2023-10-11 Thread Bijoy Misra
from the State suggesting that the new development should have less than 25% in Affordable Housing. I hope somebody knowledgeable in the group would look and clarify. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Wed, Oct 11, 2023 at 12:08 PM Chris McCarthy wrote: > It is interesting to recently see a num

Re: [LincolnTalk] Thoughts on the Housing Choice Act and the October 10th Multi-Board Meeting

2023-10-10 Thread Bijoy Misra
of distribution of projects in town through a single developer or by finding several developers may eventually quell naturally or artificially. Thought to alert! Have a good meeting. Bijoy Misra On Tue, Oct 10, 2023 at 12:46 PM William Broughton wrote: > "Developers are evil" is an overs

Re: [LincolnTalk] "Lincoln native living near Gaza describes unfolding crisis in region"

2023-10-10 Thread Bijoy Misra
Admirable indeed. Lincoln's pride! Bijoy On Tue, Oct 10, 2023 at 1:11 PM Stephen Dirrane wrote: > Steve > > What an amazing young woman your wife and you have raised. I am moved > beyond words at her compassion and sacrifice. I am so appreciative of the > perspective she brings from both

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln's Choice -Your Voice - Oct 10th critical

2023-10-09 Thread Bijoy Misra
last time. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Mon, Oct 9, 2023 at 7:27 AM Barbara Peskin wrote: > Dear Lincoln, > *What will our choice for Lincoln's future be at Town meeting?* It may > depend on our collective voices October 10th. My thoughts for HCAWG and a > more thorough explanation f

Re: [LincolnTalk] Inkjet or laser printer recommendations

2023-09-29 Thread Bijoy Misra
Laser toner are more expensive, but give better finish than the inkjet. You may check into Brother machines, I heard they are made in the US. I bought one. https://www.brother-usa.com/products/mfcl8900cdw#specification High weight papers (28 lb or higher) gives good colors. On Fri, Sep 29, 2023

Re: [LincolnTalk] Last Night's Community Center Forum

2023-09-13 Thread Bijoy Misra
regards, Bijoy Misra On Wed, Sep 13, 2023 at 2:15 PM Karla Gravis wrote: > The 2015 study looked at building a new, all-in community center at each > site. What we need now is to look at supplementing activities in other > sites around town. The charge from the November 2022 tow

Re: [LincolnTalk] To the cyclist who was almost hit on Lincoln Road by a School Van

2023-08-31 Thread Bijoy Misra
I wish they > had dedicated bike lanes. How awful for the drivers also; that UPS driver > who killed the Tufts professor must be incredibly distraught right now. I > have compassion for the whole situation. > > On Aug 31, 2023, at 9:04 AM, Bijoy Misra wrote: > > There was news th

Re: [LincolnTalk] To the cyclist who was almost hit on Lincoln Road by a School Van

2023-08-31 Thread Bijoy Misra
There was news that a Brandeis professor died in a bike collision in Newton two days ago. Bijoy Misra On Thu, Aug 31, 2023 at 8:59 AM jsug--- via Lincoln wrote: > Hi There, > > If you are the cyclist who was nearly hit by the school van on Lincoln > Road this morning just before 8

Re: [LincolnTalk] Recommendation for Instrument Rental

2023-08-30 Thread Bijoy Misra
Dear Kim, Let me add Johnson String instrument https://www.johnsonstring.com/ has been a reliable resource when my kids were small. They are on Rte 9 in Newton. They also sell instruments. Bijoy Misra On Wed, Aug 30, 2023 at 5:34 PM Jessica Packineau < jessica.packin...@gmail.com> wrote:

Re: [LincolnTalk] Site visit for Community Center

2023-06-28 Thread Bijoy Misra
the Center. A poll exclusively among the seniors might yield a pragmatic result. Best regards, Bijoy Misra On Wed, Jun 28, 2023 at 9:25 AM Seth Rosen wrote: > Hi June, > > While I agree that a pause in this work would be prudent, it's not going > to happen I'm afraid. > > A

[LincolnTalk] garden tour

2023-06-27 Thread Bijoy Misra
twenty minutes. Best regards, Bijoy Misra 180 Bedford Road -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo

[LincolnTalk] Fwd: Water Billing

2023-05-23 Thread Bijoy Misra
-- Forwarded message - From: LaFalam, Darin Date: Tue, May 23, 2023 at 7:20 AM Subject: Water Billing To: misra.bi...@gmail.com Misra, Sorry for any inconvenience with the water billing envelopes and bills. We subcontract billing to BillTrust. I guess their name is an

[LincolnTalk] Town accounting screw up

2023-05-22 Thread Bijoy Misra
of the billing company. Not a good show of the management! Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo

[LincolnTalk] Ruth Hill

2023-04-18 Thread Bijoy Misra
as the oral historian in Radcliffe College. https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/bostonglobe/name/ruth-hill-obituary?id=51659124 Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln made the list!

2023-04-08 Thread Bijoy Misra
Where in town? On Fri, Apr 7, 2023 at 10:01 AM Ken Hablow wrote: > I get an email every morning from Only In Your State with topics on MA. > Included in today’s email is a topic about interesting and weird facts in > MA. Scroll down to #11. > > >

Re: [LincolnTalk] Enjoy video of Lincoln School building

2023-04-01 Thread Bijoy Misra
Lovely school. I remember my one room primary school in a thousand year ld coastal village in India I love the concept of merging with the landscape, it's a characteristic of old Indian architecture. A massive temple becomes a community center through its expanse and through its resources. Let

Re: [LincolnTalk] Solar confusion

2023-02-24 Thread Bijoy Misra
Dear friends, Belinda Gingrich in town has been working with the solar companies for years. There is also a reviewed list in our town suppliers catalog. I myself am trying, some won't call back, some send garbage sales messages. Belinda may educate. Regards, Bijoy Misra On Thu, Feb 23, 2023 at 6

Re: [LincolnTalk] Responding to this morning’s dialogue about the MS principal search committee

2023-02-03 Thread Bijoy Misra
Friends, It is a standard practice in LT that I can't write "this morning's thread". My note appears 24 hours later or may die in transit. Here is a test! Thank you for letting me write! Bijoy Misra On Fri, Feb 3, 2023 at 5:00 PM Abigail Adams via Lincoln < lincoln@lincolnta

[LincolnTalk] My Father's bio, Thank you

2022-12-11 Thread Bijoy Misra
in this project. Writing about my father, I did come across episodes of freedom of expression here in Lincoln Talk and did learn facets of human sentiment from many debates in this Forum. I wish to thank Lincoln Talk and many readers who communicate with me on topics of interest. Best regards, Bijoy

[LincolnTalk] Talk on Bhagavadgita

2022-12-11 Thread Bijoy Misra
kjr-IJdOsBYi09SFFooOggpLuT8DwCeFGo6v72FwG_znPrx93IWfR8Ytz9zrxce3Dbl3qSxwH8Bk_pBg2> Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/l

[LincolnTalk] Thanks to COA

2022-11-29 Thread Bijoy Misra
system can be rated at best a B minus while the care at the Rehab a struggling C. Best regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net

Re: [LincolnTalk] Community Center Building Committee: Introduction

2022-11-11 Thread Bijoy Misra
"maximum" digress from "full"? Any explanation would be useful to a poor tax-payer. Regards, Bijoy Misra On Thu, Nov 10, 2022 at 8:37 AM Krystal Wood < ccbccommunicationscommit...@gmail.com> wrote: > The Community Center Building Committee: Introduction- November, 20

Re: [LincolnTalk] Love Letter to Lincoln

2022-09-11 Thread Bijoy Misra
Beautiful. Admirable poetry. Love in each word! I do see many more gentle souls, don't know the names. Noble spirits, loving friends, let all shine as Mother Nichols.. Bijoy Misra On Sun, Sep 11, 2022 at 1:41 PM Abigail Adams via Lincoln < lincoln@lincolntalk.org> wrote: > What a

Re: [LincolnTalk] Jim Cunningham's Passing

2022-09-07 Thread Bijoy Misra
and is back where he came from. Peace! Bijoy Misra On Wed, Sep 7, 2022 at 9:24 AM Elder, Peggy wrote: > *In Remembrance of Jim Cunningham* > > > > It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the recent passing of our > colleague and friend Jim Cunningham. Born, raised and e

[LincolnTalk] India Discovery Center essay

2022-08-05 Thread Bijoy Misra
Friends, This article published today may be of value to some. http://www.lokvani.com/lokvani/article.php?article_id=18904 Regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse

Re: [LincolnTalk] Why hasn’t a call from the town or the water department been made town wide to talk about the drought restrictions?

2022-08-01 Thread Bijoy Misra
Good point. Is there an official version of the story? I did water my new plantings through a can yesterday. I request some explicit official instructions from the Town Office. Regards, Bijoy Misra On Sun, Jul 31, 2022 at 10:06 PM Jennifer Goodman wrote: > Yes! I live at Oriole Land

Re: [LincolnTalk] garden walk

2022-06-22 Thread Bijoy Misra
. Best regards, Bijoy On Tue, Jun 21, 2022 at 7:31 PM Sonja Johansson wrote: > Bijoy, > What a lovely invitation! > Sonja Johansson > > On Tue, Jun 21, 2022 at 5:49 PM Bijoy Misra wrote: > >> Dear friends, >> I saw our flowers are coming out nice this year. >

[LincolnTalk] garden walk

2022-06-21 Thread Bijoy Misra
Dear friends, I saw our flowers are coming out nice this year. Do feel free to visit the yard if you like strolls. Just send me an email and visit any time. I work from home. My wife is occasionally outside. Just don't touch any plants. Happy Summer. Best regards, Bijoy Misra 180 Bedford Road

[LincolnTalk] pond repair

2022-05-30 Thread Bijoy Misra
Friends, Do people have any recommendation for anyone to help repair a pond? I appreciate. Best regards, Bijoy Misra Bedford Road -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives

Re: [LincolnTalk] big black dog

2022-05-07 Thread Bijoy Misra
to reach Animal Rescue. Regards, Bijoy Misra 180 Bedford Rd On Fri, May 6, 2022 at 3:34 PM Bijoy Misra wrote: > Friends, > A big black dog is wandering in our yard 180 Bedford Rd > He seems hungry, but is too large to be approached. > Please recover if you have any signal. > I shut

[LincolnTalk] big black dog

2022-05-06 Thread Bijoy Misra
Friends, A big black dog is wandering in our yard 180 Bedford Rd He seems hungry, but is too large to be approached. Please recover if you have any signal. I shut the doors tight and and I am inside. He is in no mood to go anywhere! Regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post

Re: [LincolnTalk] Please reconsider

2022-03-31 Thread Bijoy Misra
I may be on moderation, this may be blocked. I am told that Lincoln Talk is a private list and we participate as a courtesy. So as a forum, it carries its own selective bias. In a sense, we don't participate in the overhead and have limited freedom to express. It is gratifying that Dennis story

Re: [LincolnTalk] Requesting your vote at the Annual Town Election, Monday, March 28th.

2022-03-27 Thread Bijoy Misra
Friends, Three years ago I resigned from my Housing Commission tasks protesting the arrogance and the whimsical planning considerations. Valerie was a patient sounding board and I admired her cool demeanor. I vote for her. Regards, Bijoy Misra On Sun, Mar 27, 2022 at 1:01 PM kliattaudi--- via

Re: [LincolnTalk] Massachusetts will punish suburbs that don't allow apartments near transit.

2022-01-25 Thread Bijoy Misra
; > The housing bill is a priority, so to truly be a model community it is > time to step it up. Either that or pull down those feel good signs you put > up at the end of your driveway. Phil Ochs had a lot to say about that topic. > > On Tue, Jan 25, 2022, 16:58 Bijoy Misra wrote: > &g

Re: [LincolnTalk] Massachusetts will punish suburbs that don't allow apartments near transit.

2022-01-25 Thread Bijoy Misra
Dear Allen, You might recall my objection to similar comments of yours in the meeting of the Housing Commission. We should keep away from any thoughts of creating a "serving class" through the town housing stock. Some of us are lucky to have better incomes or being born to wealth. A serving

Re: [LincolnTalk] Hogue for Select Board

2022-01-22 Thread Bijoy Misra
report her concerns in some of your actions that appeared as aberration to her. To the unpracticed, it could appear as perfectly rational as we see in national politics. I am happy to read your reaction. Thank you. Bijoy (Misra) On Sat, Jan 22, 2022 at 7:09 AM Adam M Hogue wrote: > Hi Miche

[LincolnTalk] Water

2021-11-01 Thread Bijoy Misra
Dear friends, Does anyone know about reduced water pressure? Any knowledge on restoration? Regards, Bijoy Misra Bedford Road North -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lincoln.2330058.n4.nabble.com/. Browse the archives

[LincolnTalk] Interfaith service on Climate at Old South Church

2021-10-09 Thread Bijoy Misra
Friends, I was invited to participate in an Interfaith Climate service last Sunday in Old South Church at Copley Sq in Boston. I have been there in occasional services since 1995. They posted the video today. I am sharing. Bijoy the Hindu appears about 30 minutes down.

[LincolnTalk] Tomorrow' Climate service at Old South Church

2021-10-02 Thread Bijoy Misra
Together* Rabbi Shoshana Meira Friedman “More Waters Rising” by Saro Lynch * Please rise in body or in spirit.* *Prayers *Dr. Bijoy Misra *Sermon

Re: [LincolnTalk] Mass Money

2021-09-29 Thread Bijoy Misra
u off. > > On Wed, Sep 29, 2021 at 1:01 PM Bijoy Misra wrote: > >> Dr. Nicholas, >> Thank you for the alert. I saw my name. >> I filled out a form. It said they would contact me. >> I don't know what claim is there. Hope I don't have to pay! >> Bijoy

Re: [LincolnTalk] Mass Money

2021-09-29 Thread Bijoy Misra
Dr. Nicholas, Thank you for the alert. I saw my name. I filled out a form. It said they would contact me. I don't know what claim is there. Hope I don't have to pay! Bijoy Misra On Wed, Sep 29, 2021 at 12:41 PM Nicholas Ribush wrote: > I just checked https://www.findmassmoney.com/app/cl

[LincolnTalk] tomorrow's folk literature tour

2021-09-24 Thread Bijoy Misra
Friends, Tomorrow is our New England Folk Literature and Oral Poetry Festival. Lynn Noel from Folk Culture Society will take us on a tour from Boston Harbor. It will be live telecast at www.facebook.com/sapneboston Regards, Bijoy Misra -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail

Re: [LincolnTalk] Nextdoor.com

2021-09-02 Thread Bijoy Misra
I might have received a mail a couple of years ago, I ignored. Bijoy Misra On Wed, Sep 1, 2021 at 9:10 AM Anne Warner wrote: > This is a pretty creepy organization, clearly committing mail fraud, which > is a federal offense. I'm wondering if we should report them to the police > or

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