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    League of Women Voters of the Hamptons Vice President Judi Roth decried proposed cuts of two full-time staff in SEA-TV, the public television station that broadcasts educational programs and government meetings. "The League of Women Voters is a strong advocate of transparency in government. We believe in a robust discussion of issues that affect the community ... The role of SEA-TV in dissemination of this information cannot be overstated. Therefore, we respectfully ask the board to carefully consider the effect that budget cuts to SEA-TV programming will have on the entire fabric of the community." SEA-TV Director Bruce Nalepinski warned that services would be reduced if the cuts went forward. Full Article at 27east.com
    The League of Women Voters is a strong advocate of transparency in government. We believe in a robust discussion of issues that affect the community ... The role of SEA-TV in dissemination of this information cannot be overstated. Therefore, we respectfully ask the board to carefully consider the effect that budget cuts to SEA-TV programming will have on the entire fabric of the community.
    SOURCE: 27east.com 4 weeks ago
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Southampton Town employees protest board over planned layoffs
  1. No matter what you hear tonight, we still don’t know the numbers
    SOURCE: 27east.com 4 weeks ago
  2. Stare into their eyes and give ’em hell
    SOURCE: 27east.com 4 weeks ago
  3. Of course, but this is a work in progress.
    SOURCE: 27east.com 4 weeks ago
  4. No one wants to wipe anyone out ... These are very difficult times we are facing. Difficult decisions need to be made—and they are very difficult.
    SOURCE: 27east.com 4 weeks ago
  5. We would not be able to shoot as many meetings and go to as many events ... A lot of the stuff that is done at night and over the weekend would have to be cut.
    SOURCE: 27east.com 4 weeks ago

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