Hi everyone,

I was able to squeeze this paragraph into this week's paper, but I had to
cut it in order to fit. But there's a few things I want you all to know for
the future:

First, we have a Monday noon deadling for all submissions -- letters, press
releases, etc. Submissions that were sent in on time get top priority. In
most cases, items sent in Tuesday are not even looked at until after
deadline, because the paper is sent to print Tuesday evening.

Second, We are bound by the amount of space we have in the paper. I
understand the importance of each submission, and marked those that are time
sensitive as "must run." But I can never guarantee a submission will get in,
due to factors beyond my control (such as space). Sending me e-mails asking
me to include something in the paper won't help, or hurt, your case.

Last, even though I was able to run an edited version of the paragraph,
running something I receive while in the midst of deadline is not a normal
occurrence. Even though I made this exception for you this time, I ask that
you adhere to my submission policy in the future.

I totally understand that this is a sensitive issue (I've been receiving
letters, phone calls, etc. from people, both for and against the
regulations, since the hearing two weeks ago). I want your comments, your
feedback, your press releases and your letters. I only ask they be sent by
noon Monday.

I'm sorry this e-mail is so long, but I just wanted you all to understand
where I'm coming from. Thanks for thinking of the Journal as a place to get
the word out about your organizing. I am planning on doing a story for this
week's paper because the regulations go into effect Monday, and would love
the opportunity to talk to you (any or all) about your collective decision
to fight back. Let me know what you think.

Thanks for listening,
-Cheryl

Cheryl Lecesse
Assistant Editor, Lincoln Journal
978-371-5729
lincoln@cnc.com
fax: 978-371-5220

> -----Original Message-----
> From:    bpeskin@aics.net [SMTP:bpeskin@aics.net]
> Sent:    Tuesday, March 29, 2005 8:06 PM
> To:    Lincoln@cnc.com
> Cc:    Schwartz; DICKMCWALTER@aol.com; Barbara Peskin
> Subject:    Re: Opponents to Mt Misery Regs
>
>
> Dear Lincoln Journal.
>
> Please put Ms. Schwartz paragraph in for THursday so that residents see it
> before Town Meeting. Thanks!
>
>
> Schwartz writes:
>
> > If I can beg and plead for you to get this into Thursday's paper. As I'm
> sure you know, there are many of us to whom this issue is VERY important!
> Call me if you have any questions Sheila  781-259-1027. I have attached
> the paragraph and copied it below not knowing how you need to manipulate
> it.
> >
> >
> > Opponents to the new Mt. Misery Dog Regulations have begun to organize
> so as to express their objections in an effective manner. Dick McWalter
> has created a website www.mtmisery.org to act as a clearinghouse for
> efforts to change the regulations. The dog lovers are devoted to
> preserving some freedom for their canine companions. They will be
> investigating options that may fulfill the objectives of the Conservation
> Commission while still ensuring that their dogs can enjoy the pleasures of
> exploring without leash restrictions. "We feel that the Commission acted
> unilaterally without first allowing those that walk the trails daily the
> courtesy of attempting to implement less harsh measures," stated Sheila
> Schwartz, a Lincoln resident and daily member of the group that walks at 4
> p.m. "We have many viable ideas and are gathering more via the website.
> When we speak with a united voice, we hope we will be heard and
> respected." There will be some discussion of this matter at Town M!
> eeting on Saturday because the Town is seeking to add a line item to the
> budget to fund the enforcement of the new regulations. The group welcomes
> all communications via the website.
>
>