August 26, 2020 Rich Scanlon ‘Community Preservation Committee Chairman Town of Billerica 365 Boston Rd. Billerica, MA 01821 Dear Mr. Scanlon, Please accept the letter as formal notice of my resignation from the Community Preservation and Economic Development Coordinator position. My last day of employment will be September 9, 2020. It has been my pleasure serving on the Community Preservation Committee for the past two years with you. have thoroughly enjoyed working for you, and with you, to make Billerica a better Community for all residents. You are not only a great Chairman; you are a great mentor and friend, Leaving this position was not an easy decision, Itis unfortunate that my time here has to be cut short. | have felt both personally and professionally threatened by three members of the Board of Selectmen who have differing political opinions than mine. This left me no choice but to pursue other career opportunities. My Job, my character, and my integrity have been threatened on multiple occasions and in all forms of media: newspaper articles; emails; social media; and even live, televised Board of Selectmen meetings. For this reason, | felt forced to look for another job. The decision to leave has been very difficult but | must protect both myself and my family { will be wrapping up my responsibilities with the Community Preservation Committee and with the Planning Department, but if | can be of further assistance during the rest of my time here, please don't hesitate to let me know. Katie Mahoney