While it’s true that the DEP is well-intentioned in their efforts to protect the public, it’s also true that some laws they are required to enforce are misguided overreach. Case in point … the Becket Spring, which is neither a problem in need of a solution, or … broken requiring a fix.
The spring as we know it, began c. 1921 when the William Miller family of Chester, living in an abutting house, installed the pipe in use today, so they would not have to carry water from Walker Brook across Rt. 20. For nearly 100 years people have used the existing delivery system without incident. Thousands have enjoyed this pristine spring water over decades. What is abundantly clear … this spring is a jewel in the crown of our personal freedom, community culture and quality of life. The DEP has a great record of serving the people … they have the ability to critically think. They well could reconsider closing the spring and work towards a solution that protects the freedom of the public they serve.
To paraphrase FDR … we have nothing to fear … but the loss of freedom itself.
Please contact Senator Adam Hinds to gain his support to overturn the closure of the spring. Pittsfield 413-344-4561 or [email protected].
Bob Daley
Chester, MA
