Jul 8, 2008 9:47 pm US/Eastern
Patrick Embarks On Town Hall Meeting Tour
BOSTON (WBZ) ―
Gov. Deval Patrick, launching a statewide town hall meeting tour, said there are "no silver bullets" to solve the complex issues facing the state.
About 200 people, some from as far away as Pepperell and Reading, met with Patrick Tuesday evening in the first of 11 similar meetings he has planned for the summer as he fulfills a campaign promise to get better in touch with the public.
The governor says he wants to give the public a chance to offer their observations and ideas on issues from education reform
"As we continue to rebuild our economy and our people, it's important that all our residents feel part of these initiatives," said Governor Patrick. "I look forward to hearing from all of my constituents on issues they care about most, and how the state can be a better partner to local communities."
Anyone is invited to attend these meetings, which will take place rain or shine. According to the state's Web site, the meetings will give people the chance to talk to Patrick about the issues that are affecting them most.
Here is a list of Town Hall meeting locations:
All starting at 6:00 p.m., locations TBA • Tuesday, July 8: Salem
• Thursday, July 10: Hull
• Wednesday, July 16: Amesbury
• Thursday, July 17: Holyoke
• Monday, July 21: Milton
• Wednesday, July 23: Webster
• Tuesday, July 29: Rehoboth
• Wednesday, July 30: Athol
• Monday, August 4: Great Barrington
• Monday, August 11: Hyannis
• Saturday, August 23: Boston – Caribbean Day Parade (2 p.m.)
Governor's Cabinet Meeting Schedule:
Times and locations TBA
• Thursday, July 17: Amherst
• Tuesday, July 22: Lowell
• Tuesday, July 29: New Bedford
• Wednesday, July 30: Worcester
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