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

2023-12-24 Thread Fuat Koro
Hi all - I think it's *obvious *(and hopefully absurd) to *enough *people that the colonial NE town meeting would not be a good idea today given the construct served white, male, landed individuals in one religious group and excluded others. The progress over the last two centuries was a good

Re: [LincolnTalk] HCA revolt in Milton

2023-12-20 Thread Fuat Koro
It looks like Miltion has representative town meeting. On Wed, Dec 20, 2023 at 2:14 PM Scott Clary wrote: > Very similar to what is transpiring in Lincoln. > > Kind Regards, > > Scott Clary > 617-968-5769 > > Sent from a mobile device - please excuse typos and errors > > On Wed, Dec 20, 2023,

Re: [LincolnTalk] "The Town" isn't deciding anything on Dec 2

2023-11-29 Thread Fuat Koro
of the town committees I sit on. Fuat Koro On Wed, Nov 29, 2023, 5:34 AM Rachel Drew wrote: > Lynne Smith wrote yesterday: "We will *all *meet on December 2nd to make > the best choice we know how to make for Lincoln's future".(emphasis added). > This is not accurate. Only those r

Re: [LincolnTalk] the Rural land foundation and the Housing Choice Act

2023-11-02 Thread Fuat Koro
I did not think Margaret's one-sentence post was trying to mislead or deflect. I hope we can have a civil conversation and not devolve into ad hominem attacks. On Wed, Nov 1, 2023 at 8:21 PM RAandBOB wrote: > Scott, I think your nasty tone is completely uncalled for. I did read your > post and

Re: [LincolnTalk] CCBC FAQ's - with additional links

2023-10-02 Thread Fuat Koro
ents, I recall the published data showed enrollment peaked in 02/03 at ~732 students and declined to ~520 students in 22/23 -- 20 years later. As Michael indicated, with rezoning -- as well as resident turnover -- enrollment can increase. Fuat Koro Sweet Bay Ln. On Mon, Oct 2, 2023 at 12:20 PM

[LincolnTalk] Two visions for the Community Center

2023-09-25 Thread Fuat Koro
it may not be clear which one we’re trying to solve for. Best, Fuat Koro Sweet Bay Ln. -- 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

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln School attrition data going back to 2016

2023-03-22 Thread Fuat Koro
Based on the link Caitlin provided, at the end of last year an average of 1.5 kids/grade left for private school for a K8 total of 14. 18 kids moved. Last year was the highest attrition % per the DOE data Karla pulled. There's a delta of ~3 kids between the two sources. I assume those left mid

[LincolnTalk] Fwd:

2022-10-31 Thread Fuat Koro
Last-minute Halloween deal from our 8-year old with excess inventory. Let me know if you are interested. Fuat Koro 1 Sweet Bay Ln. -- Forwarded message - From: Mark Koro Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2022 at 3:59 PM Subject: To: Fuat Koro last minute halloween deel. L E D face mask

Re: [LincolnTalk] community center

2022-10-26 Thread Fuat Koro
Andy - as you highlighted, the November vote is around allocating $325K for professional services for the two existing proposals. The study would give us additional information on the **cost** side. Based on the recent LT posts on the topic, I think there's eagerness to understand the **benefit**

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln population counts

2022-05-30 Thread Fuat Koro
bdivision > into smaller lots. > > - Allen > > On May 29, 2022, at 13:44, Fuat Koro wrote: > > As it relates to population growth, it's worth noting that 2020-2040 (the > planning horizon for new housing) will likely be different from 2000-2020 > (the data we've been refer

Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln population counts

2022-05-30 Thread Fuat Koro
As it relates to population growth, it's worth noting that 2020-2040 (the planning horizon for new housing) will likely be different from 2000-2020 (the data we've been referencing). The Boston Metro area -- which is the ecosystem we're part of -- will likely grow slower. We flatlined in the last

Re: [LincolnTalk] Interesting perspective on Lincoln

2022-05-24 Thread Fuat Koro
ther towns in MA --> Something is rotten in the town of Lincoln. - *Affordable housing*: We need more affordable housing in MA --> Lincoln is not mobilizing *materially* around this issue. Fuat Koro On Mon, May 23, 2022 at 8:09 PM John Mendelson wrote: > Hello LT, > > I encoura

Re: [LincolnTalk] LINCOLN…We Have a Problem ! (not my personal experience)

2022-03-24 Thread Fuat Koro
rformance indicators or data. Rather, we need to choose a framework we can align on. I sincerely hope the School Committee can guide the conversation on a data-driven approach to quality of education. Fuat Koro On Thu, Mar 24, 2022 at 5:16 PM Anne Wang wrote: > Just to clarify, the link that Jo

Re: [LincolnTalk] LINCOLN…We Have a Problem ! (not my personal experience)

2022-03-24 Thread Fuat Koro
ucation quality. In the absence of a yardstick, here are a few personal anecdotes why I think our education is good (or bad). " Perhaps this already exists, but as part of their stated role, the School Committee should be able to help us understand what our data-driven evaluation criteria are. Regard

[LincolnTalk] 60" Etagare for free

2021-09-15 Thread Fuat Koro
Hi LincolnTalk - Etagere for freeDimensions. H: 60", W: 16.5", D: 16.5" It is missing the top shelf and would need Glass cut to 16" x 16" x 3/8" Image attached. Please let me know if you're interested. -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the

[LincolnTalk] 4 Piece Black Modular Wall Cabinet/Glass doors - Free

2021-09-15 Thread Fuat Koro
Hi LincolnTalk - Black 4-Piece Modular Cabinet/Glass Doors for freeH: 72", W: 34", D: 15.5" Image attached. Please let me know if you're interested. Fuat Koro -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at http://lin

[LincolnTalk] Powered Wheels Jeep for kids for sale

2021-09-12 Thread Fuat Koro
Hi LincolnTalk - Used Powered Wheels Jeep for sale. $50. Includes charging cable. Please let me know if you're interested. [image: Jeep.jpg] New model at Target: https://www.target.com/p/power-wheels-12v-tough-talking-jeep-powered-ride-on-black-red/-/A-53016862#lnk=sametab -- The LincolnTalk

[LincolnTalk] Free refrigerator

2021-09-10 Thread Fuat Koro
Hi LincolnTalk, Free used refrigerator in working condition available for pick up. Dimensions are 69" H, 36" W, 32" D. Bottom Freezer Please reach out if you're interested. -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at

[LincolnTalk] Free sofa & loveseat

2021-09-10 Thread Fuat Koro
Hi LincolnTalk - Free matching sofa and loveseat. Dimensions are: Lovesea: 65" W 39"D 34" H Loveseat: 89" W 39" D 34" H Pictures are attached. Please reach out if you're interested. -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to Lincoln@lincolntalk.org. Search the archives at