BOSTON, MAR. 29 - Representative Driscoll invites Randolph and Milton residents to meet him at his next office hours. This is an opportunity to meet and discuss issues of local importance with the Representative in a relaxed atmosphere. All constituents are welcome and encouraged to attend. Dunkin’ Donuts, 1375-1395 N Main St, Randolph – Friday, April 7th, 10-11.30am Starbucks, 552 Adams St, Milton – Friday, April 7th,12.30-2pm
BOSTON, MAR. 29 - Representative Bill Driscoll Jr. attended the MBTA Fiscal Management and Control Board hearing on Monday, March 27th, where he expressed his opposition to the recently proposed RIDE cuts. The legislator for the towns of Milton and Randolph noted that nearly 1,500 of his constituents would be affected by this move, and that the removal of the service would result in real restrictions for their day-to-day mobility. “Residents in Randolph and Milton, particularly those belonging to our older generation, depend on the RIDE and stand to lose much of their autonomy,” he said. Yet the Representative’s strongest criticism was reserved for the rumored plan to defer transit services
BOSTON, Mar. 24 – Representative Bill Driscoll Jr. joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature to pass a supplemental budget that makes crucial investments to support the Commonwealth’s most vulnerable residents including the families of those killed in the line of duty. “As public officials it is our job to look out for those facing adversity, especially our younger residents and those battling addiction,” said House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo. “As we encounter uncertainty on a national level, this bill will provide vital resources for these individuals and families. I’m particularly proud that we’ve bolstered financial support for the families of Massachusetts heroes who are killed
BOSTON, Mar. 20 - Representative Driscoll today condemned the Swastika graffiti recently found in bathrooms at Pierce Middle School. Last week’s incident was the second time in three months that Nazi symbols were found scrawled on the walls of the school’s bathroom. The graffiti also follows the vandalism of a Holocaust memorial in Milton cemetery, which occurred in September. “The symbols found in Pierce Middle School bathrooms this week are utterly disgraceful,” Representative Driscoll said. The lawmaker for the 7th Norfolk District emphasized that Milton is a town of religious tolerance, and stated his belief that the community will always fight to ensure this remains the case. Driscoll n
BOSTON, Mar. 10 - State Representative Bill Driscoll expressed his support last night for the most recent noise abatement recommendations put forward by the MCAC Aviation Subcommittee. He explained that the frequency and concentration of planes over parts of Milton is taking a toll on the quality of life and that many in Milton are “extremely concerned about the effects of particulates in the air emitted from engines.” Driscoll noted, “we understand that planes will always be a part of our lives – Milton is close to Logan airport and we are close to a major metropolitan city.” However, he emphasized his belief that the current level of noise and disruption was unacceptable. Representat
BOSTON – (2/23/17) The following remarks were made this evening at the State Transportation building by Representative Driscoll: Good evening, Mr. Glynn, Mr. Carlon, and Ms. Saltzman. Members of the Massport Board of Directors, the Massport leadership team, and CAC members – thank you for the opportunity to speak here today. My Name is Bill Driscoll Jr., State Representative for the 7th Norfolk district representing Milton and Randolph. The Town of Milton is being unduly burdened with air traffic. There has been an exponential increase regarding the concentration of air traffic over Milton since the next gen changes were made in 2013, and we need relief. The result of the RNAV change has bee
