Author Archives: Pat Adelmann

When 162 minds come together to deliberate on the issues facing Plymouth, they bring 162 different perspectives. Some focus on the fine details, while others concentrate on the big picture. Each contributes valuable insight, helping to ensure that decisions are thoughtful, comprehensive, and inclusive. Longtime residents and newcomers serve side by side, alongside advocates for […]

A recent letter critical of the Plymouth Independence’s coverage of a select board meeting, reminded me of a quote from a dear friend and exemplary journalist, Bobbi Clark, “I don’t write the story. You make the story. I report it.” To the journalists keep reporting the story.  To those subject to reporting, make a better […]

The Plymouth Select Board needs intelligent leaders who base decisions on data driven information, reason, and sound judgment.  That is why I am voting for Kevin Canty. Kevin Canty does the research and has the analytic acuity to discern what actions taken will bring the most long-term benefits to Plymouth.  His advocacy to add money […]

The Plymouth Select Board has chosen to reach out to the communities in the southern end of town by conducting meetings in the neighborhoods. It is anticipated that other parts of town will also be included. There was a meeting in Cedarville last month. A meeting at South Elementary School is scheduled for Tuesday, July […]

Plymouth’s Zoning Board of Appeals has one brave member when it comes to the 71 Hedges Pond Road development. Alternate ZBA member, David Peck, did his homework. The other Zoning Board of Appeals members relied on the opinions of Plymouth’s special town counsel and the director of inspectional services to render a decision on the […]

Why has the vacant seat on the Plymouth Planning Board not been filled?  The will of the boards and committees, which work tirelessly to vet the Town Meeting articles, has been thwarted by an incomplete Planning Board.  The affordable housing proposal for the intersection of South St. and Braley Lane is one example of how […]

Yes, “it is out of control” as Harry Helm, of the Plymouth Select Board, was quoted in regard to the town moderator representing a client before a town committee.  Yes, it is out of control that the select board would deny any individual the right to choose legal representation, especially in a town where officials […]

First of all thank you, thank you, thank you, to the Plymouth Independent for shining the light.  Our town has been without accountable reporting for too long. Back in the town election of May 2023, the voters were asked to vote on a revised town charter. One of the proposed changes to the charter was to establish an […]