To the editor:
As the dust settles from Marblehead’s Town Meeting, a few thoughts on the debate on Article 49. Although it was late at night on the second day of an otherwise contentious meeting, Buck Grader and the debaters on both sides of the issue presented their points in a thoughtful, respectful, and civil manner. The town moderator, Jack Attridge, tallied the votes, announced the result, and efficiently moved on to the next article. A few days after Town Meeting, although we differed on this issue, Buck and I had a nice discussion about the various issues facing Marblehead and the nation. It is my humble opinion this is a fine example of the way the town’s business should be conducted.
Jim Zisson
Marblehead
