Concord's Social Media Saturday: Reader Highlights

Here's a look at some of the topics that got readers talking on Concord Patch.

• On Monday, we featured , and his goal of raising $150,000 for the Alzheimer's Association of Massachusetts and New Hampshire by running in the Boston Marathon in honor of his mother. Trish Reske had this to say: "Andy, it's really a wonderful thing that you're doing for your mom. I hope your training and fundraising go really well, and if I can, I will try to make it out to your benefit night. Thanks Concord Patch for covering such an important issue - Alzheimer's affects so many people, we need to keep working toward a cure."

• Back in October, Patch ran a story about the . Since then, there has been a lively discussion taking place in the comment section. Just recently, Chairman of the School Committee Peter Fischelis said, "…Next Tuesday the 24th, at 6:30 p.m. in the , the school administration will present the findings of the transportation evaluation to the School Committee. This is a public meeting and anyone is welcome to attend. It will be recorded and shown on CCTV as well. There will be an opportunity for citizen comments after the report is given. The School Committee listens to citizens comments but does not respond. The School Committee has also decided to hold a special public forum on this issue. It will take place on Wednesday night, February 1st, 7 p.m. at the . The transportation report will be presented again and then the public will have the opportunity to weigh-in and ask questions…" Paul A. responded to Fischelis with a couple questions about next year's      transportation services. to see what he had to say. 

• On Thursday, from 44 to 45 cents. Bill Montague shared his thoughts on the problems facing the Post Office, saying, "raising the postage will not solve their problems. They go a lot deeper than that." to read his full comment.

• Montague also weighed in on , which discussed a preliminary plan for sidewalk repair later this year that may feature new ADA compliant ramps in some areas. Montague pointed out some crosswalks, which he says do not meet the ADA standards, saying, "…All of these place are a hazard in winter when the water turns to ice and you [get] a light covering of snow. I know I have found my self on my back! So once you fall in one of them it gets your attention right away. Noting like a large pain to get [your] attention." to read all of the comments left on the town manager's report.

• On Friday, Janet Beyer discussed . On Facebook, Hilary Taylor said, "A third place... to gather in a community. It is a must. There are a few others in Concord. , the , Nashoba Brook in WC. Always good to have one more."

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