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I've never been part of a union. But I've always respected the right of workers to organize and negotiate with
management. And over the last century, organized labor has acted on behalf of workers to maintain a semblance
of balance against unfair management practices.
Our constitutional right to free speech enables a labor union to speak up, and the recent brouhaha over
Worcester's agreement to sell the old county courthouse to a developer — which won City Council approval last
week — showcased that right. In the end, labor interests got councilors' ears in seeking a stronger commitment
from the developer to hire Worcester-area residents. However, the council's two-week delay before it approved
the agreement left many remembering the not-so-distant past, when Worcester had a reputation as a tough place to do business. If
developers get the idea that we're going to interfere in an overly invasive way, the city's recent run of private investment could dry up.
That should be avoided. Read more about the controversy on Page 4, and in an editorial on Page 29.
Greener thoughts: Earth Day is next week, and that means you're reading our annual Green Business issue. On Page 12, read our
story on how hospitals are capitalizing on renewable-energy investments. Also, find out the latest on solar and wind energy.
~ Rick Saia (rsaia@wbjournal.com)
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WBJ Power Breakfast
Join us Thursday morning, May 7, at the
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our Power Breakfast series. This one will
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NEWS & ANALYSIS
6 Taking stock in Central Mass.
A new quarterly feature, Taking Stock, highlights the stock-market
performance of public companies based in Central Massachusetts.
9 Boot up for business ventures
Kickstarter, the web-based funding service for business ventures, has
generated interest as well as investment for several Central
Massachusetts-based projects.
Call for nominations:
40 Under Forty
Do you know an up-and-coming
business leader in Central
Massachusetts who's worthy of being
recognized as part of our 16th annual 40 Under Forty class?
Fill out a nomination form today at www.wbjournal.
com/40underforty/nomination. This year's class will be
notified in June and featured in our Aug. 31 print edition.
Payoffs and risks of free speech
DEPARTMENTS
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12 Hospitals take green route
to meet energy needs
Heywood, UMass Memorial set the pace in
pursuit of renewable energy sources to
help save money amid cost pressures.
13 More solar, less cost
As more in Massachusetts warm up to the
benefits of solar energy, will there be a limit to
the payoffs?
14 Does wind power still have a chance?
Despite the disadvantages of geography
and the setbacks surrounding Cape Wind,
experts believe wind energy still has
potential in Central Massachusetts.
Green business
FOCUS
20 Accolades & Honors
4 Briefing
29 Editorial
28 Flash Poll
21 Fresh Beginnings
26 Incorporations
23 Knowhow
27 Movers & Shakers
25 Networking/Events
38 Photo Finish
5 Real Deals
8 Ticker
29 Viewpoint
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ON PAGE ONE
Hopkinton steps up for business
As the town nears its annual day in the spotlight as the Boston Marathon's start-
ing point, it's also widening its door to business.
What's in a job title?
More than just a phrase you put on your business card. For some companies,
job titles provide windows into their culture. And that can emit a welcoming
signal to candidates.
SHOP TALK
8 Q&A with Timothy J. McGourthy, executive director, Worcester Regional
Research Bureau
THE LIST
18 Top green buildings
COLUMN
24 In The Rainmaker, learn how to lead a sales team after you've built it.
