Government
Six Residents Sought to Join Watertown Charter Review Commission
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A committee will be formed to look at the Watertown Town Charter and recommend changes to the document that establishes how the town’s government operates.
Council President Outlines City’s Protections for Undocumented Immigrants, Does Not Favor an Executive Order
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City Council President Mark Sideris. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
After receiving questions about and requests to protect immigrants in Watertown in recent weeks, City Council President Mark Sideris emphasized the steps being taken by the City to provide safety and security, but said he does not favor the City Council passing a resolution or executive order regarding immigrants in Watertown.
Watertown Eco Fest will Feature Sustainable Vendors, Demonstrations & Activities for All Ages
The second annual Watertown Eco Fest will feature activities including electric bike test rides, vendors of sustainable products, activities for kids, and more. The event, hosted by the City of Watertown, will also include representatives from City departments and community organizations focused on sustainability.
Robotics Company Builds on Watertown’s History of Manufacturing in Former Mill Building
Tutor Intelligence’s Data Factory 1, which has 100 AI robots performing tasks, is part of the company’s new headquarters at Riverworks in Watertown (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
A building along the Charles River in Watertown where textiles were once made has a new tenant involved in manufacturing. Tutor Intelligence creates AI robots that are used by companies from coast to coast.
School Committee Update: Budget, Fees, Cell Phones in Schools, Special Ed Strategy
By Kendra FoleyChair, Watertown School Committee
The Watertown School Committee has been busy over the last two months tackling budget decisions, discussing policy changes, and reviewing educational data that affects our school community.
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Lafayette Celebrated (Again) in Watertown for Contributions to American Revolution
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Election 2019
Watertown Library Seeking Candidates to Fill Vacancy on Board of Trustees
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The historic facade of the Watertown Free Public Library.
The Watertown Free Public Library will accept applications from residents interested in serving on the Library Board of Trustees.
Around Town
Scouts Hosting Fund Raiser With Pasta, Auction & Circus Performers
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Watertown Troop 30 will host a Pasta & Auction event, which also includes entertainment from circus performers.
Real Estate
More Than a Dozen Open Houses Around Watertown This Week
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See all the open houses happening around Watertown this weekend.
Around Town
Cunniff Elementary Moving to Waltham Site Next Fall, Speeding Up New Building
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When Cunniff Elementary School students return to class in September, they will attend classes at a different campus, in a different city. The move will allow the current school to be torn down and replaced by a new building sooner and will save the district money.
Entertainment
Library Hosting Emmy Winning Film, Discussion on Indigenous Child Removal
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Watertown Free Public Library
Winner of a 2019 Emmy Award for Outstanding Research, Dawnland offers the untold story of Indigenous child removal in Maine, capturing moments of truth telling and healing among the Wabanki people.
Around Town
First Public Meeting on Watertown Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan Coming Up
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Find out about the Watertown Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan and share your experiences to identify priorities and problem areas in Town. Town officials provided the following information:
Government
Residents Can Apply to Serve on Town Boards and Committees
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The following information was provided by the Town Manager’s Office:
Town Manager Michael J. Driscoll is seeking Watertown citizens interested in serving on the following Town Boards, Commissions and Committees with appointment dates in February 2020 in accordance with Ordinance # 2007-46, an Ordinance on the Timing and Process of Appointments to Town Boards, Commissions and Committees.