Recent events across our nation have reminded us all of our individual and collective responsibilities to speak out against discrimination and racism, to acknowledge the systematic nature of racism and its dire consequences, and to use our influence as citizens and local officials to promote change.  We have heard from a broad spectrum of the community, representing both town government and private organizations, urging coordinated action.  To this end, the Board of Selectmen will be hosting a series of roundtable discussions this fall to begin a process of community self-examination, the results of which will inform the development of an action plan to help Lincoln become a community that more fully embraces diversity, and one that commits itself to trying to create the conditions that foster it. 

Our purpose in hosting the forums is to build a shared understanding of current policies and practices, and to lay the groundwork for deeper thinking, planning, and action.  We invite your input in shaping the content! Please use the this link to submit questions & ideas in advance:  selectmen@lincolntown.org

Deadlines to submit questions:

• Forum #1:  September 18th
• Forum #2:  October 2nd
• Forum #3:  October 16th

We appreciate that not all community members experience life in Lincoln in the same manner.  We need to listen carefully to those who may have felt alienated in some manner and be willing to be truly reflective about change that may be required to make all residents feel welcome and valued.  To this end, the current process needs to provide an opportunity for individuals and groups to share difficult and sometimes painful personal experiences.  It is vital that we create a safe environment for these discussions. One goal the roundtable series is  to elicit feedback and suggestions on a number of topics, including thoughts about how to structure these difficult conversations.