Paying Attention

Tom Duggan is moderating this debate for candidates for Central District Methuen City Council. There are 2 open seats and 4 candidates. This is a real debate not a forum. The moderator will ask a question or throw out a topic and the candidates will speak to each other. There will be no structure time limit on questions or answers. The moderator will act as referee if any particular candidate is monopolizing time or not getting enough time. The candidates joining Tom on stage are Mike Simard, Allison Saffie, Bill Bryant and Frank Gallo. Election day is Tuesday, November 5th. The polls are open from 7 AM to 7 PM. Some of the topics covered in the debate: The candidates introduce themselves and give a statement of why you should vote for them How do the candidates feel about bringing a marijuana growing facility to Methuen? Do the candidates feel like the decision to borrow $4 million dollars was enough money? The debate between the candidate gets a bit more heated Why would anyone want to sign a contra