I am hoping for a large turnout March 9 to vote in favor of changing Farmington’s annual town meeting from a Monday night to a Saturday, daytime event.

Holding the town meeting during the daytime, and on a weekend, would encourage a more diverse group of voters to attend, such as the elderly, who might not like to venture out on a dark, cold March night, or parents of young children who find it hard to secure child care on a weekday evening.

Many local communities already enjoy Saturday annual meeting times and experience a community bonding that can take place during the event, as well as connected meals.

I think it is time to try something slightly different here in Farmington to encourage more input from a larger group of voters than currently attend a late Monday night meeting. It is especially important to open up an opportunity for the older citizens to attend and share their wisdom and experience.

Bill Crandall, Farmington