While email and other forms of communication are valuable, the town considers only comments made at the podium during town hall meetings as part of the official public record. With elections approaching at the end of the year, it is in the community’s best interest to ensure that any concerns on this issue are presented publicly. As noted, all town hall meetings are part of the public record. Additionally, any emails that remain unanswered should be addressed during meetings to highlight the board’s lack of communication with its constituents.