Stoughton's State Representatives, Galvin and Kafka, Sworn in for Another Term

State Representatives, William C. Galvin and Louis L.Kafka will represent Stoughton for the 188th Session of the General Court.

The following is a press release marking State Representatives William C. Galvin and Louis L. Kafka being sworn in for another term in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. Galvin represents precincts 1, 5, 7 and 8 in Stoughton, while Kafka represents the other four (2, 3, 4 and 6). Both ran unopposed in the November election. Click on the links below to read recent Q & A features with both representatives. Q & A: Stoughton's State Representative William C. Galvin Q & A: Stoughton's State Representative Louis L. Kafka *** Release: Representatives Galvin and Kafka Start New Term Representatives William C. Galvin (D-Canton) and Louis L. Kafka (D-Stoughton) took their oath of office for the 2013 – 2014 Legislative Session on January 2. …

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Q & A: Stoughton Lawmakers See South Coast Rail, Train Station as Pressing Issues for Town

Running unopposed this election cycle, State Reps. Kafka and Gavlin and State Sen. Joyce answered questions reviewing the legislature's last session, previewing the next session, and giving their thoughts on Stoughton's most pressing issues.

Stoughton is represented in the Massachusetts House of Representatives by Rep. Louis Kafka, a Stoughton Democrat (precincts 2, 3, 4 and 6) and Rep. William Galvin, a Canton Democrat (precincts 1, 5, 7 and 8) and in the State Senate by Sen. Brian A. Joyce, a Milton Democrat. Running unopposed this election cycle, each is set to be reelected to another two-year term. As a way to connect with voters this election season, Reps. Kafka and Galvin and Sen. Joyce answered some questions from Stoughton Patch, reviewing the legislature's last session, previewing its next session, and giving their thoughts on Stoughton's most pressing issues. Click on the following links to read each of their respective questionnaires in full:

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Q & A: Stoughton's State Representative William C. Galvin

Running unopposed in this election cycle, State Rep. William C. Galvin (D-Canton) answered questions reviewing the legislature's last session, previewing the next session, and giving his thoughts on Stoughton's most pressing issues.

Editor's Note: Stoughton is represented at the State House by Rep. Louis Kafka, a Stoughton Democrat (precincts 2, 3, 4 and 6) and Rep. William Galvin, a Canton Democrat (precincts 1, 5, 7 and 8) in the Massachusetts House of Representatives and by Sen. Brian A. Joyce, a Milton Democrat (all precincts) in the State Senate. Where all three running unopposed in the Nov. 6 election, each is set to be reelected to another two-year term. Stoughton Patch sent Reps. Kafka and Galvin and Sen. Joyce a brief questionnaire; their responses are below. *** State Representative William C. Galvin (Precincts 1, 5, 7 and 8) In addition to four precincts in Stoughton, Galvin represents the towns of Canton and Avon. Background: I was first sworn in as a …

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House Transportation Bill Includes Funding for Stoughton Train Station, Downtown Traffic Study

The Massachusetts House of Representatives approved a Transportation Infrastructure Improvements Financing Bill, which includes $275,000 for Stoughton.

Stoughtons's two State Representatives, William C. Galvin (D-Canton) and Louis L. Kafka (D-Stoughton), joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives in passing legislation that provides funding for improvements to the state’s transportation system, including $275,000 for Stoughton-specific projects, according to a press release from Galvin's office. This legislation, the release states, includes $100,000 for a traffic study of downtown Stoughton to "come up with creative ways to alleviate traffic congestion and improve traveler safety in the area."  A second amendment, successfully sponsored by Representatives Galvin and Kafka, provides a $175,000 matching grant to put towards purchase and/or refurbishment of the …

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Weekly Region Roundup

Region Roundup: Pair Arrested for Heroin Possession; Car Crash (And More...)

A look at the top headlines in your town and the surrounding area for the week of June 3, 2012.

Easton Police Arrest Two For Heroin Possession Ryan Desrosiers, 27, of Falmouth, and his girlfriend, Andrea Poirier, 22, of Norwood, were arrested by Easton Police on June 1 after heroin was allegedly found in their car. Police located Desrosiers and Poirier near the Raynham Dog Track on Route 138 after receiving a call from a woman stating that her great grandson and his girlfriend were taking financial advantage of the woman's elderly sister, Easton Police Chief Allen Krajcik said. Read more by clicking here. *** Two Hospitalized After Roll-Over Crash on Stoughton/Easton Line Two drivers were transported to Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton Thursday morning, June 7 with minor injuries after a car vs. car collision in front of …

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Massachusetts House Passes Bill Authorizing $200 Million for Municipal Road and Bridge Maintenance

Stoughton’s Chapter 90 funding for the upcoming fiscal year is on par with the allotment for this fiscal year.

The following is adapted from a press release from the Office of Representative William C. Galvin: Stoughton’s two State Representatives, William C. Galvin (D-Canton) and Louis L. Kafka (D-Stoughton), joined their colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives in passing legislation that allotted $772,462 for the maintenance of roads and bridges in Stoughton for the upcoming fiscal year. This is $2,292 less than the Chapter 90 funding set aside for Stoughton for this fiscal year (774,754). There is a formula that determines how much funding a community receives.  It is based on the number of jobs, miles of road, and population. Overall, the bill authorizes $200 million for the maintenance and upkeep of municipal roads and bridges…

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Kafka Launches Bid for 12th Term as Stoughton’s State Representative

Louis Kafka (D-Stoughton) held a campaign kickoff Tuesday night in Sharon.

State Rep. Louis Kafka (D-Stoughton) officially launched his campaign for a 12th term representing Sharon and parts of Stoughton, Walpole and Mansfield at the State House Tuesday night. The Kafka Committee held a campaign kickoff reception at Alice's Mandarin Taste in Sharon. Kafka greeted supporters. Serving in the state Legislature has been "a very exciting job, because every day is different," said Kafka, a Stoughton resident. Kafka, a Democrat, was first elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 1991. His district, the 8th Norfolk, currently consists of precincts 2, 3, 4 and 6 in Stoughton; all precincts in Sharon; precinct 4 in Mansfield; and precincts 3 and 4 in Walpole. Kafka is currently running unopposed for re-…

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About Town with Mark Snyder

ABOUT TOWN: Galvin to Seek Another Term (And Beware of Identity Theft, Scams and Fraud)

Welcome to "About Town with Mark Snyder," a column that will keep you up to the minute with what's what, who's who and what's going on around town. If you see or hear something we could use here, let us know by sending an e-mail to pmpco@aol.com.

GALVIN TO RUN AGAIN: One of Stoughton’s two State Representatives, William C. Galvin (D-Canton), officially announced his intention to run for reelection at a recent fundraising event in Stoughton. Representative Galvin will be seeking his eleventh term in office as State Representative for the sixth Norfolk district, which encompasses Avon, Canton, and four precincts in Stoughton (1,5,7 and 8). “I truly enjoy serving the people of the sixth Norfolk district, and hope to continue representing this area in the House of Representatives,” Galvin told About Town. Among the attendees for his announcement were Congressman William Keating (left in Gallery shot) and Stoughton’s other State Representative, State Rep. Lou Kafka (D-Stoughton). Seen …

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Kafka to Seek Another Term as Stoughton’s State Representative

Louis L. Kafka (D-Stoughton) announced his intent to seek reelection as state representative from the 8th Norfolk District.

Representative Louis L. Kafka (D-Stoughton) announced in a press release on Friday that he will be seeking reelection to another term as the State Representative to the Massachusetts General Court from the 8th Norfolk District. Citing the challenges that lay ahead for his District and the Commonwealth, Kafka is both “concerned and invigorated by what he expects will be an eventful next session,” the press release states. Kafka, a Democrat, was first elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 1991. His district, the 8th Norfolk, currently consists of precincts 2, 3, 4 and 6 in Stoughton; all precincts in Sharon; precinct 4 in Mansfield; and precincts 3 and 4 in Walpole. Representative William C. Galvin (D-Canton) represents …

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