Politics & Government

Video: Framingham Election 2021 Talk With Local Leaders

Hear from Framingham business, municipal and civic leaders on what to expect from the 2021 election, and how it might change the city.

What will Framingham's 2021 election mean for the city? Local leaders discuss what to expect.
What will Framingham's 2021 election mean for the city? Local leaders discuss what to expect. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

FRAMINGHAM, MA — On Election Day eve, Framingham Patch sat down with local community leaders, elected officials and business owners to talk about the 2021 races, and what could change in the city after Nov. 2.

  • League of Women Voters of Framingham President Stephanie Deeley on the races to look out for in 2021, and what candidates talked about at this year's LWV candidate forums
  • District 6 School Committee member Geoffrey Epstein on issues facing schools, and how the election could impact the Framingham Public Schools budget
  • 1854 Cycles owner Brandale Randolph talking about what the city can do to support business owners, and make Framingham a more business-friendly city
  • City Council Chair George King Jr. on the upcoming city budget, and how a new mayor (or the incumbent) will change how local government works

Watch the full election preview recorded from Zoom here:

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On the ballot this year: the mayoral election between incumbent Yvonne Spicer and challenger Charlie Sisitsky; contested City Council races in Districts 2, 3, 5, 7 and 9; a contested Library Trustees race; and two new School Committee members. Read the Patch Framingham 2021 Election Guide to learn more.

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