Recently received email from a Templeton Town team leader via a Town email address:

On one hand, an open forum is a good way to hear what people running for office have to say, one problem with this email is it does not include all who are running for office - while two candidates for selectmen are included, the third candidate is missing.
On the other hand, is it appropriate to use tax dollars to do this?

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Greetings,

Congratulations on your inclusion on Templeton’s Town Election ballot as a candidate for Town office. 

The Town of Templeton appreciates your willingness to serve our community and represent the residents of Templeton.

Templeton Community TV (TCTV), the Senior Citizens Community Center, and the Community Services Office will be hosting an   Election Forum 2019 on Saturday, May 11, from 4-6 pm at the Senior Center, Senior Drive, in Baldwinville.

We encourage your participation in this event to discuss your candidacy and to address any ballot issues and other important issues facing our Town and our people.

Each candidate will be allowed 5-10 minutes to address voters who are present. This is a wonderful opportunity to let the people of Templeton know about the issues and initiatives that motivate you, and the direction you feel our Town should take. You also should be prepared to answer questions from the audience and the event moderator.

As you know, participation in our civic affairs are critical today. Building our community stronger through participation starts with leaders like you. 

Election Forum 2019 will be recorded by TCTV for broadcast on Cable Channel 8 and YouTube, thereby reaching much wider audiences in Templeton. 

Let your voice be heard, so that you may inspire others.

Please respond by Tuesday, May 7, 2019 and let us know if you are available to participate in this important event, for the future of Templeton.