To the editor:
At Great Barrington’s upcoming October 23 Special Town Meeting, a citizen petition asking “whether the voters want a redesign of the Mason Public Library grounds” could jeopardize a long-planned sculpture of W.E.B. Du Bois.
Entirely paid for by private donations, this community-led project provides welcome seating downtown and an elegant focal point for reflection on Dr. Du Bois’ work and the rich African American heritage of the Berkshires. Please join me in opposing Article 3 on the Special Town Meeting Warrant.
Leigh Davis
Great Barrington
The author of this letter is vice chair of the Great Barrington Selectboard. The opinions expressed are her own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Town of Great Barrington.
