Arlington's political season traditionally begins in January. This year, potential candidates began taking out papers in October. As of Dec. 13, five had done so for key town and school offices. Election information >>

In an effort to encourage conversation about Arlington issues, I offer the list below. Others who may want to add to the list should do so at the comment link below this post.

I welcome answers to these questions from candidates, who may send responses for publication to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

Issues -- for town and school candidates:

-- Do you support the process to revamp Mass. Ave. in East Arlington? Is there anything you would do differently going forward?

Eric Berger, who has hired counsel to oppose plans to change Mass. Ave. in East Arlington, objects to comments about his views of the plans for bicycle lanes reported here, expressed by Chad Gibson, representing the East Arlington Livable Streets Coalition, which supports the plans.