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Winchester Beat looks at override in new Perspectives show

Check out the latest episode of Winchester Beat, where a new program called Winchester Perspectives debuted this week. COURTESY PHOTO/WINCHESTER BEAT

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The following was submitted by Winchester Beat:

Winchester Beat announced a new program this week called Winchester Perspectives.

The first episode focuses on the proposed override and the State of the Town (SOTT) process, featuring a conversation with SOTT members Paras Bhayani, Stefanie Mnayarji, and Derek Ross.   

“The idea is to help residents make an informed vote,” said Tara Hughes.

“People on all sides of the issue might be surprised at some of what they hear,” added Jennifer Haefeli. 

The show is available on AppleSpotifyWinCam, and YouTube, including video depending on the platform. Time stamps for key subjects are below.

Program Time Stamps:

- General override info:  ~1:00

- Debt exclusion vs. an override: ~4:55

- State of the Town process:  ~6:25

- Town’s Financial Situation: ~9:30

- Non-residential revenue: ~13:00

- Development: ~15:00

- Schools impact (including literacy): ~21:00

- Muraco:  ~28:00

- Override fatigue:  ~31:00

- Town impact:  ~36:00

- Affordabilty:   ~41:00

- Residential Tax Exemption:  ~42:00

- WinCam in the override: ~44:00 

- Yes campaign statement:  ~46:00

- No campaign did not submit a statement.

- Voting information:  ~47:00

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