[LincolnTalk] Honey bee colony

[Louise Bergeron]

Thank you to all those who relied about the bee colony.  
Someone will be coming to the rescue tomorrow morning.
We will miss them since they were pollinating our fruit trees and it was nice 
to see them swarm around the tree. 

Louise



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[LincolnTalk] Honey bee colony

[Louise Bergeron]

A large a large pine tree fell overnight.
There is a honey bee colony in the middle in the hollow trunk on the ground. 
Is there a honey bee specialist who would like to collect them? The bees are 
alive.  


Louise Bergeron
Craig Furman
244 Lincoln Rd
Craig’s number: 781-710-6942
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Re: [LincolnTalk] Retail/ mall

[Louise Bergeron]

I respectfully argue that the "intense process of research, discussion, 
vetting, and negotiation with many parties" mentioned by Allen Vander Meulen 
around the Mall development has not effectively occurred. This is evident given 
the difficulties the planning board is now facing, as well the lack of relevant 
traffic and hydrology studies. Unfortunately, the decision to develop the Mall 
under the HCA was rushed, being presented for the first time only on Jan 30th. 
Hopefully, residents will change their minds in March when they realize that 
the density outlined in Option C at the Mall requires four-story buildings with 
parking garages and does not guarantee that retail space will remain in that 
location. 
Why can't we have a lower level of development at the Mall? We know that the 
scope of the current proposal is beyond the intent of the HCA, does not 
safeguard our retail space, and that there are more efficient ways of providing 
affordable housing. If the goal is to help the Rural Land Foundation, perhaps 
we can find a less disruptive way. 

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Lincoln Residents for Housing Alternatives and HCA Choices

[Louise Bergeron]

Indeed, the implications of rezoning are important, and we need more time.  
However, this short timeline comes from Option C being first presented at the 
State of the Town meeting on September 30th. 
Residents started to engage in open discussions throughout October.  The Select 
Board responded to questions from the public by proposing the three D options 
on November 8th.  At that point, the resident group felt that there were no 
options that would allow more time to debate and think about the Mall, so 
option E was proposed.  Including the Mall within HCA requires submitting our 
choices to the State three months before the town vote because the Mall is a 
commercial and not a mixed district.
If you think Lincoln needs more time to consider options for rezoning and 
development, vote for option E.

Louise Bergeron
Lincoln Rd
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[LincolnTalk] New HCA option submitted for a vote on Dec 2nd

[Louise Bergeron]

The Select Board and the Housing Choice Act Working Group (HCAWG) have offered 
the opportunity to submit additional options to comply with the HCA.  
Lincoln Residents for Housing Alternatives, a group of engaged residents, has 
considered a range of opinions and submitted a new proposal.  
 
This newly designed option E fully meets the HCA guidelines, supports 
development, encourages affordable housing, and promotes the revitalization of 
the Mall through community input and Town meetings. 
We believe our proposal meets the specific criteria set forth in Select Glass’s 
email of November 14.
 1) Rezone near public transportation to promote decarbonization and climate 
adaptation;
2) Codify, where appropriate, existing multi-family housing; 
3) Lay the groundwork for creating new housing to meet people’s needs; 
4) Be proactive, shape our future, and stay eligible for state funding.
 
To learn more about this new option, as well as those previously presented by 
the town, visit our website: 
www.LincolnHCA.org  
 
Thank you, 

Lincoln Residents for Housing Alternatives 
 
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[LincolnTalk] HCA, High rent and related issues of roadblocks to homeownership

[Louise Bergeron]

Thank you Carolyn!  

Why is Lincoln rushing to follow HCA guidelines and forever changing the town's 
rural character?
Building expensive housing around an inadequate transportation system in 
exchange for possible grants that Lincoln has not yet applied for does not make 
sense to me. 
What problem are we solving? 

If residents want a city center in Lincoln, that is an option; using the HCA 
guidelines as a reason to allow developers to build by rights without town 
meeting approval seems dangerous. 

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[LincolnTalk] Farming News

[Louise Bergeron]

If you want to know what is happening on Lincoln‘s Farms, the Fall Newsletter 
produced by the Agricultural Commission is now available online.

ttps://www.lincolntown.org/DocumentCenter/Index/605

This issue focuses on how our farms support our Food Pantry and describes this 
season's particular successes and challenges.
Louise Bergeron

On Behalf of the Lincoln Agricultural Commission




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[LincolnTalk] New Agenda 10/10/2023 for the pending vote on the HCA recommendation

[Louise Bergeron]

Following up on the excellent presentation on the Housing Choice Act at the 
SOTT, we are in agreement with Sara that we need to discuss additional options 
that have been proposed by residents. For instance, we would like to see an 
option where the Codman Road single-family properties are not included (green 
area on the map) and move some of that zoning to North Lincoln if needed. The 
statement that this land is unlikely to be developed due to wetlands and other 
restrictions needs to be more convincing. 

Is there a reason to limit ourselves to three scenarios if more possibilities 
exist for minimal compliance with the HCA? 

Louise Bergeron and Craig Furman
Lincoln Road


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Re: [LincolnTalk] Baby Chicken Advice?

[Louise Bergeron]

It is best to isolate the sick chicken to prevent aggression from others. 
Silky cliches tend to be flighty, so keeping it in a small space could help 
heal. Also, a limping chicken might have trouble getting to food and water in 
competition with others. 
Setting up a cage where the hurt chick can see others but is isolated and safe 
can help.  

Try to identify the problem; if it is a dislocation, it is unlikely to get 
better. If the leg is in place, check the foot to ensure nothing is wrong and 
give it some time. 

Meghan, feel free to give me a call if you have questions, 

Louise Bergeron
781-223-1518


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[LincolnTalk] the mystery of the vanishing pears

[Louise Bergeron]

Hi Katherine, 

The same happened to our very tall pear trees. All unroped fruit has gone 
overnight.  
We attribute this to fishers; they come in and carry the fruits away to a safe 
place. 
We surprised them one night a few years back, taking away all the plums from 
our tree. 

At this time of the year, they work as a family and are efficient. 

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[LincolnTalk] Potery studio

[Louise Bergeron]

I am writing this message on behalf of my daughter Lucy who is looking for a 
ceramic studio in the area. 

“Does anyone have suggestions for a ceramic studio for the summer with an 
independent program that will give me access to a wheel, glaze, and a kiln. The 
umbrella arts, DeCordova and other studios in the greater Boston arean are 
unavailable”.

Thanks, 

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[LincolnTalk] Bat removal

[Louise Bergeron]

Did you consider letting the bats stay? 
They pose no danger, their population is seriously declining, and they provide 
effective mosquito control.  
We have had brown bats live under our eaves for decades and we enjoy seeing 
them fly over our garden in the evening. 

Louise Bergeron

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Re: [LincolnTalk] INF: Agricultural Commission Newsletter is Fantastic!

[Louise Bergeron]

Claire, 

Thank you, we are glad that the newsletter was well received and to see that 
people appreciate our farms, big and small. 

Louise
Co-Chair
Lincoln Agricultural Commission

> On May 19, 2023, at 2:50 PM, Claire Mount  wrote:
> 
> I agreeTheSpring Newaletter  is terrific   and to become aware of these 
> great local farm   thank youcm
> 
> On Fri, May 19, 2023 at 1:01 PM Louise Bergeron  <mailto:louiseberge...@earthlink.net>> wrote:
>> Thank you, 
>> 
>> We are delighted that you enjoyed our spring newsletter. The summer and fall 
>> newsletters will be available at various locations in Lincoln and sent 
>> electronically to subscribers. If you would like to receive an electronic 
>> copy in the future, please email us:  ag...@lincolntown.org <>
>> Above all, enjoy the bounty and beautiful scenery provided by our 
>> agricultural community. 
>> 
>> Louise Bergeron
>> Co-Chair
>> Lincoln Agricultural Commission
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[LincolnTalk] INF: Agricultural Commission Newsletter is Fantastic!

[Louise Bergeron]

Thank you, 

We are delighted that you enjoyed our spring newsletter. The summer and fall 
newsletters will be available at various locations in Lincoln and sent 
electronically to subscribers. If you would like to receive an electronic copy 
in the future, please email us:  ag...@lincolntown.org <>
Above all, enjoy the bounty and beautiful scenery provided by our agricultural 
community. 

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Old window repair and reglazing

[Louise Bergeron]

We are currently restoring and reconstructing old windows. 

Donny Hayward of D Hayward Restorations is our window restorer. 
New sash were made when needed to look like originals by Jack Cadwell of 
Cadwell Windows. 

Donny Hayward
(Greenfield, MA)
(413) 325-5742
haywardrestorat...@gmail.com <mailto:haywardrestorat...@gmail.com>

Jack Cadwell
(Warwick, MA)
(978) 544-6452
cadwellj...@gmail.com <mailto:cadwellj...@gmail.com>

We also considered Window Women in Charlestown who have an excellent 
reputation. 

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Re: [LincolnTalk] Heat pump technology

[Louise Bergeron]

Hi Rich, 

It looks like no one services air-to-water heat pump unless they are ground 
source.  
Arctic does not have anyone doing it anymore.  It is probably a question of 
market, people want AC in the US so air to water is not common.   

When did you get your ground source system installed?  
Do you know who did it, Dandelion is the main company for ground source pump 
systems.
Do you think that the cost of a ground water air-to-water pump makes sense?  
How long do you think it takes to get your money back if compared to a simple 
propane system.  

Thanks you for your help, 

Louise

> On Feb 7, 2023, at 12:05 PM, Rich Rosenbaum  wrote:
> 
> We have radiant floor heating with a heat pump. However I should note that we 
> have a ground source heat pump but I don't see why that would make a 
> difference.
> 
> Here is one vendor that apparently installs air-source heat pumps with 
> radiant heating:
> 
> https://www.arcticheatpumps.com/radiant-floor-heating-with-heat-pump.html (in 
> Canada, even)
> 
> There are local vendors that install both heat pumps and radiant heating - 
> you might reach out to them with your question.
> 
> Rich
> 
> 
> On Tue, Feb 7, 2023 at 11:12 AM Louise Bergeron  <mailto:louiseberge...@earthlink.net>> wrote:
>> Does anyone know if there are heat pumps that can be used for under floor 
>> heating with hot water.  I read that the technology is available in Europe 
>> but not America.  Is that correct?  
>> 
>> Louise Bergeron
>> Lincoln Road
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[LincolnTalk] Heat pump technology

[Louise Bergeron]

Does anyone know if there are heat pumps that can be used for under floor 
heating with hot water.  I read that the technology is available in Europe but 
not America.  Is that correct?  

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[LincolnTalk] Looking for backyard farmers

[Louise Bergeron]

The Lincoln Agricultural Commission would like to assess backyard agricultural 
activities in Lincoln and create a network of people engaged in homestead 
farming. 

If you plant a garden, fruit trees, or keep livestock for your family, we would 
love to hear from you. The Commission’s mission is to preserve and promote 
local agriculture, and we support small and large farming activities. 

If you plan to start an agricultural project and have questions, feel free to 
contact us; members of the Commission can offer extensive expertise on various 
aspects of farming. 

Please respond privately with a brief description of what you grow, harvest, or 
the animals you keep.

We look forward to hearing from our small farmers,
 
Louise Bergeron
Co-Chair 
Lincoln Agricultural Commission
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[LincolnTalk] Drone

[Louise Bergeron]

A drone came flying in our backyard at 8:15 pm today (Monday, Nov 21). It got 
our dogs barking like crazy. We ran outside, and it left. 
I saw that others reported similar events on LincolnTalk. Does anyone know who 
is doing this and why? 

Louise Bergeron 
244 Lincoln RD   

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[LincolnTalk] ALERT COMPLETE WATERING BAN

[Louise Bergeron]

It is important that those who use a well follow similar rules. The law differs 
for well users but does it make sense? 

Louise Bergeron
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[LincolnTalk] Farm to Food Pantry Program

[Louise Bergeron]

The Lincoln Agriculture Commission encourages experienced growers to 
participate in our Farm to Food Pantry Program. The Commission is offering a 
limited number of grants ranging from several hundred to over a thousand 
dollars to qualified Lincoln growers who want to provide fresh produce to 
food-insecure residents via the Lincoln/Weston Food Pantry. 
 
Grant recipients must deliver (or have their products ready for pick up) to the 
Lincoln Food Pantry on at least one day early Wednesday morning or the Tuesday 
preceding for non-perishable items.  
 
Applications are due on June 27th.
If you would like to participate, contact Ari Kurtz at:  arikurt...@gmail.com 
<mailto:arikurt...@gmail.com> 
 
Specify the type of crops you wish to grow, quantities, and expected delivery 
dates to the food pantry.  
 
The Food Pantry is run by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and serves 
neighbors who live, work, or attend school in Lincoln or Weston. It serves all 
those who are in need of food or emergency assistance regardless of their 
religious affiliation or background. The Food Pantry is located behind St. 
Joseph Church at 142 Lincoln Rd, Lincoln.

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[LincolnTalk] Bicycle repair in Lincoln

[Louise Bergeron]

A few months ago, someone posted the name of a bicycle repair shop in Lincoln.  
Could you post the name again? 

Thank you, 

Louise Bergeron
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[LincolnTalk] Subject: Re: a very interesting article...and comments are important, esp. "Slinky55"

[Louise Bergeron]

Could anyone comment on the outdoor noise level of heat pumps?  It probably 
depends on the size but are they more quiet then equivalent AC units for 
example?

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