Casino-Free Milford Honored to Host State Rep. Fernandes Sept. 18th

Dear Editor:

Casino-Free Milford is pleased that State Representative John Fernandes is available to attend the meeting of our grassroots organization on September 18th to discuss the process to be followed by the Gaming Commission and other state agencies in review of applications for a casino license. Many people in town continue to have questions regarding the Massachusetts Gaming Act, the role of the Gaming Commission, how the Commission is evaluating each of the casino proponents, and where Milford’s proposal fits into all of this. We look forward to hearing Representative Fernandes’ insights regarding this critical process.

We regret that some citizens have misconstrued Representative Fernandes’ participation as a speaker at our event as a representation of his opposition to the Milford casino. As we understand it, Representative Fernandes has agreed to speak to us simply to discuss the process—as he has not advocated for or against the proposal at this time.

All Milford citizens are welcome to join us Wednesday, September 18th at 7:00 p.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Center. More information is available on CasinoFreeMilford.com.

Geri Eddins
Casino-Free Milford