New Framingham Mayor Announces Transition Team

FRAMINGHAM, MA—It's a new era for Framingham. A city with a new mayor, and one who has a vision to put forth.

Mayor-Elect Yvonne Spicer recently announced the formation of a 12-member Transition Team that will guide her as she puts into motion the vision plan she outlined during her campaign, said an announcement from the mayor's office. This committee will serve as an advisory board assisting the mayor-elect until she becomes mayor.

"The diverse group is reflective in scope of the residents of Framingham in regard to the mix of age, race, gender, ethnicity, and experience," said the release.

All members of the transition team work or reside in Framingham, except one who is involved in city government in Worcester and advises on matters particular to city versus town government. The transition team is made up entirely of volunteers.

Mayor Elect Yvonne Spicer’s Transition Team:

· Robert Berman, President, Boston Technology Advisors
· Virginia Betelli, Educator
· Adam Blumer, Former Charter Commissioner and School Committee Member
· Jessica DaSilva, Behavioral Health Care Coordinator, Advocates
· Isabel Martinez Famania, Senior Educational Specialist, Boston Scientific
· Michael Gatlin, Chair, Economic Development Industrial Company (EDIC)
· Dr. Adrian K. Haugabrook, Senior Vice President and University Chief of Staff, Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)
· Kristina Johnson, Assistant Director, Planning and Community Development, Town of Hudson
· Reverend J.A. Lloyd, Pastor, Greater Framingham Community Church
· Kenneth Miller, Assistant Division Administrator, Federal Highway Administration
· Susan Nicholl, Executive Director MetroWest Visitors Bureau
· Reverend Dr. Sarai Rivera, Worcester City Councilor

Photo via Yvette Spicer