Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day.

Survey designed to get feedback from residents on town committees, policy

The town of Hopkinton is asking the community for feedback as it looks ahead to future planning.

In a recent newsletter, Town Manager Elaine Lazarus informed residents that the town had released a new survey to procure feedback from residents regarding both Hopkinton’s boards and committees and ways to improve community engagement.

“Your feedback will help the Town understand public awareness, assess current needs, and improve community management,” the newsletter reads.

The survey is anonymous and should take a short amount of time to complete. Those who complete the survey will have the option to enter a drawing for one of four $25 gift cards.

The four-question survey asks residents their involvement with town government, the ways they keep up with town meetings and events, and how informed residents feel about the town’s policy and planning initiatives.

Those interested in filling out the survey can find it at this link.

Latest News

The commonwealth rested its case late Thursday afternoon in the trial of former Hopkinton Police Deputy Chief John “Jay” Porter, who stands accused of raping a female three times when she was a Hopkinton High School sophomore two decades ago. The defense will proceed with its case Friday morning.

In the latest Tales from a Townie, Bill Hamilton tells the story of his first ice rescue as a member of the Hopkinton Fire Department.

This week’s Baypath Adoptable Animal is 8-year-old Horton, a dog finally available to adopt after a long wait period who is “full of classic husky charm.”

The latest Professional Insights column from Edward Jones financial advisor Mark Freeman details the steps individuals should take to manage their assets before and after a divorce.

The Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition is hosting its annual Against the Tide event June 14 at Hopkinton State Park.

Photo of the Day

Hopkinton Troop 82358 Girl Scout Emma Nguyen sold more than 500 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies this year, making her a member of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts 500 Club for the fourth year in a row. Nguyen is pictured at Canobie Lake Park, where members of the 500 Club were celebrated recently.