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Town meeting under the big top!

Photos by Lisa Aciukewicz unless otherwise noted

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In an unprecedented move, Harvard residents attend Town Meeting outdoors to prevent the spread of COVID-19. With a main tent for general attendance, a tent for couples, and a tent for those who were medically prevented from wearing masks, nearly 300 residents turned out to vote on 21 articles put forward by the town.

Bolton Road resident (and Harvard Press photographer) Tim Clark wipes off a microphone after participating in the middle school ramp debate. Each speaker was required to wipe off the mic after using it.

Cathy and John Walker take in the meeting on their lawn charis, shaded by a golf umbrella. (Photo by Jen Manell)

Residents listen to speakers in a specially designated tent for those who were precluded from wearing masks for medical reasons. (Photo by Tim Clark)

Mark Mikitarian (left) and Marc Sevigny share documents while socially distanced.

Town Administrator Tim Bragan addresses an override question.

Ben Frantzdale types as Molly Waring pores over the pages of the Harvard Press. (Photo by Jen Manell)

Straw hats and shade are inviting options on a hot day.

Masks range from paper to cloth to an OSHA-rated full-face respirator worn by Paul Morris. (Photo by Jen Manell)

Residents in the couples tent raise their hands to vote.   (Photo by Jen Manell)

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