Shahidul Mannan has quietly and respectfully been making positive contributions to Hopkinton for many years. Between Planning Board, Appropriation Committee, Community Preservation Committee and Growth Study Committee, Shahidul has been working hard for our town. He has shown his commitment, passion and drive to be a positive representative for the community. I believe our town will benefit greatly from Shahidul’s kind, respectful and experienced leadership.

— Ilana Casady, Hopkinton

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