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What is the talent/skill that you can bring to c.r.u.s.h.?
My energy and my ideas along with a desire to learn and help. I'm a fast and efficient video editor with pretty good downward facing dog pose.
What is your favorite thing about Holyoke?
The way sun light hits the canals and basks against the brick buildings is one of my favorite things about holyoke. I hear vegayoga is pretty cool also.
What do you think are some of Holyoke's greatest attributes?
the people the buildings and the location
What do you think are some of Holyoke's worst attributes?
classism and the "don't care-ish" attitude.
What are the top issues that Holyoke needs to focus on?
Restaurants, Arts & Cultural Events, Retail Downtown, Green Industry, Neighborhood Cleanup, Safer Streets, Building Facades, Pedestrian Friendly, Community Space, Communication Network, Inter-Generational Activity, Access To Politics, Public Transportation, Better Schools

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AARON VEGA, HOLYOKE CITY COUNCILOR AT-LARGE IS ENDORSED BY THE UAW LOCAL 2322

AARON VEGA, HOLYOKE CITY COUNCILOR AT-LARGE IS ENDORSED BY THE UAW LOCAL 2322

Aaron Vega, a native of Holyoke, MA, local business owner and local community organizer has been endorsed by the UAW Local 2322, offices located in Holyoke.

Aaron Vega is running for City Council because the city of Holyoke is his home and he believes Holyoke can do better to make this city prosper again. He has the desire to be an active member in building a city that is safe, vibrant and inviting to all people. Thi… Continue

Posted on October 18, 2009 at 6:40pm —

aaron vega

Why I am running for City Council At large

I believe it is time for new faces, new ideas, and new momentum in our city council.

I want to work toward bringing our city into a future full of opportunity, where we tap into our potential both manmade and natural, where have safe and clean street and a vibrant downtown.

I support all efforts toward a 100% graduation rate in Holyoke including the library expansion which will provide our community both access and service for education and community building.

Bringing jobs to our city is of… Continue

Posted on July 8, 2009 at 1:30pm —

aaron vega

c.r.u.s.h. to hold spring mayor debate forum?

my "holyoke/c.r.u.s.h. project" is to organize a spring mayoral debate, open to the public where any folks interested in running for mayor would be able to take questions from a c.r.u.s.h. moderator and audience members. i would like to find other people to help organize and share ideas about the possibility of this event.

Posted on October 26, 2008 at 7:04pm — 6 Comments

aaron vega

it's on in holyoke

debra and i had the great night out in holyoke!

- great art opening/open studios 80 race street. open today saturday from noon - 9.
also wire monkey's performance 8pm is a fab modern dance presentation.
so it's on in holyoke kids - enjoy!

Posted on October 11, 2008 at 7:30am —

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At 1:13pm on November 7, 2009, Timothy C. Damon said…
Congratulations on your election success! The library project absolutely needs city bonding and I hope you can advocate for that with the other councillors. Look forward to working with you on this and other initiatives to move Holyoke forward.
At 12:25am on November 4, 2009, Rebecca said…
Congrats Aaron! You worked hard and it paid off- now take some rest and get ready for January!
At 10:18pm on November 3, 2009, Thomas said…
Hey Aaron - CONGRATS!!! :)
At 7:25pm on October 27, 2009, aaron hohol said…
i will so whats been up?
At 4:31pm on October 19, 2009, daphne board said…
Sure thing! Peter usually posts them but sometimes I help him out when I know he is off organizing bigger and better things.
-D
At 2:01pm on October 2, 2009, Maredith Haesaert said…
Aaron
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I can not thank you enough for your wonderful donation. Please be sure to thank Mrs. Vega for me as well. If you guys ever come to Fun Time Lanes on a Saturday night, please go upstairs and find me. I owe you two a drink!
At 8:30pm on September 23, 2009, Positronic Dave said…
"Meet the Candidates" BBQ on Thursday, September 24th from 5pm to 7pm at Positronic Design HQ - 903 Dwight Street - Please come and introduce yourself to everyone.
At 5:15pm on September 20, 2009, marypaz said…
aaron.. I doubt MY fancy feet will get out of the museum until the event! we are in the midst of serious renovations here at the Children's Museum.
Tell all your friends about us! Thanks....
At 4:25pm on September 10, 2009, Carla said…
Thanks Aaron. If you have any ideas for sites for the mural would love to hear your thoughts!
At 10:03am on September 8, 2009, Bob Ryan said…
Hi Aaron thanks for the email. Let's talk more about the forum and what I can do. We have a mutual friend Meagan Murphy Forget. I work with her at WGBY. She also says you do yoga. Would love to have you at the Dwight Street Studios Open house Halloween weekend. You can also set up and present info since you are running for office.

I am working till 330ish today so can not make the meeting at the dam cafe

my # is 306-1891 and my regular email is bob@apremontproductions.com

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