IAG Responds to Bunker Hill Project

THURSDAY, February 25, 2021 FREE charlestown PATRIOT-BRIDGE IAG responds to Bunker Hill project

By Seth Daniel ment (NED). The meeting began with an The new residential building introduction to the project by the on the Bunker Hill Mall front- development team, including Joe ing Rutherford Avenue had its Twohig of NED. The building, first public meeting on Monday in short, is a seven-story struc- night via Zoom with the Impact ture built around the current 99 Advisory Group (IAG) and heard Restaurant on the Mall property, some concerns about parking and with 240 units of housing – some design of the building – which is of which are micro-units and 20 designed by renowned Boston percent of which will be affordable architect David Manfredi for Mall owner New England Develop- (Project Pg. 12) Diner proposed at former Grasshopper Restaurant

By Seth Daniel also answer any questions that might come up. The owners of Monument The item that triggered the Restaurant have requested an meeting is the request for a new all-alcohol restaurant license and All-Alcohol liquor license for the are proposing a new diner concept diner, as well as the new common for where the former Grasshopper victuallers license. Both will be Restaurant used to be on Bunker going before the Licensing Board Hill Street. if the proposal seems to meet the Photos by Seth Daniel The proposal would apparently muster of the community. There Colin Kyle of the Charlestown Townies Bantam team approaches the goalie during a shooting on Monday run simultaneously with a sepa- would be some construction just before burying the puck in the net at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Rink in Charlestown as part of the short- rate proposal by the current build- build-out if the restaurant space ened Mayor’s Cup tournament being held this week. The Bantams beat Allston-Brighton 3-2 in the shootout ing owner that is before the Zon- were approved to modernize and and will advance. ing Board of Appeals to demolish make the space into a diner. the building and construct a new The Grasshopper residential residential structure. It was the property is potentially slated to Mayor’s Cup tournament goes full understanding of those close to go before the Zoning Board at the the situation that if one proposal end of March. were approved, the other would Grasshopper owners Kevin go away. and Lynn Smith operated the force this week with much action There will be an online Zoom very-popular breakfast and lunch once again. year due to COVID-19, but sud- By Seth Daniel meeting Thursday, Feb. 25, at 6 spot for more than 10 years, but Mixed amongst a steady slate of denly brought back as a sin- p.m. to discuss the item in depth announced its closure in 2019. league games, the Mayor’s Cup is gle-elimination tourney this week The Charlestown Youth Hockey with the owners. Both were ready to retire after a usually held over Christmas break at various rinks around Boston – Association (CYHA) boys’ and The ownership of the Monu- life-time of working very hard, in December and January as a including Emmons Horrigan girls’ teams have won seven out of ment said their plan was just start- and had hoped to develop the double-elimination tournament O’Neil Rink in Charlestown. eight early games this week in the ing and they hope to hear from the property for their family. held at fun locations like rinks at The action has been incredible revived Mayor’s Cup tournament community about the plan and – paving a way to hopefully bring Northeastern and Boston College. (Mayor’s Cup Pg. 8) home several Cups to the Town However, it was postponed this The Lt. Quinn Scholarship CNC CORNER applications are now available The Charlestown Neighborhood Council will hold a virtual public meeting on Tuesday March 2 at 7pm. The agenda includes a presentation by the developers of One Mystic Avenue in Charlestown (in By Kevin Kelly ed to “Townie” high school grad- Sullivan Square) and an update on the open spaces around the Little Mystic Channel. Instructions on uates looking to pursue a college how to attend the meeting will be posted on our website within 72 hours of the meeting time - https:// The Lt. Michael P. Quinn education. Applications to be charlestownneighborhoodcouncil.org/Calendar.html. For questions, please send emails to cnc02129@ Scholarship was established in considered the 53rd Quinn Schol- gmail.com. 1969 and over the past 52 years nearly $250,000 has been award- (Scholarship Pg. 15) PAGE 2 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE February 25, 2021 editorial AN UNFATHOMABLE NUMBER

When COVID-19 first came into our national consciousness more than a year ago, it was just a blip on the news. The prospect that a viral bug originating halfway around the world would alter every aspect of our lives seemed inconceivable. And even if the virus did come here, America was not some third- world country. We had confidence that the world’s best medical care system and scientific minds would work together to prevent something as seemingly trivial as a mere virus from overwhelming our nation. But one year -- and 500,000 American lives -- later, that which was unimaginable has become a nightmarish reality. To be sure, the unprecedented incompetence and outright malevo- lence of the previous administration contributed substantially to ampli- fy and worsen the problems brought on by the pandemic. But even in a best-case scenario, the virus would have upended every aspect of our lives. Although the politicization of the virus contributed to our nation’s suffering, the pandemic still would have caused death and economic turmoil to an unprecedented extent. The official count of 500,000 COVID deaths was surpassed this week. Let’s hope that as we move forward and as the daily numbers of deaths and hospitalizations continue to decline, we have learned that despite our high-tech lifestyle, we are no match for Mother Nature. The pandemic has exposed many problems in our country, including the inadequacy of our health care system, especially for minority groups, and the danger of politicizing scientific information. Hopefully, we have recognized our multitude of mistakes and we will make the necessary investments in our health care and pandemic detection systems to ensure that we will be ready for the next pandemic. As the philosopher succinctly put it, those who do not learn from the Guest Op-Ed past are condemned to repeat it. Making your funeral arrangements

Dr. Glenn Mollette dead. Often, we don’t get a choice. because I already had a second SPRING IS IN THE AIR We die way before we have time to mortgage on the house from trying A good friend died recently. At make our final arrangements. This to pay other medical bills. I would This winter has not been a particularly difficult one for us in the the age of 80 all his life insurance happens a lot. This is why we need have been hurting and probably Northeast, although February has been colder and stormier than Jan- had expired and his savings was to do it now or as soon as we can. would have had to go the cheapest uary. spent. His family, financially, were Another dear friend recently route available for her funeral. It But with temperatures reaching the 50s by the middle of this week, living from week to week. His died very young. Her family was was simply the grace of God and a there is the feeling that spring is just around the corner. failing health along with Covid- strapped for cash and went the wise insurance agent who saved us 19 put him in an Intensive Care We realize that “spring” is a relative term for those of us living on rout of cremation. Cremation is in that respect. Unit for days apart from his family costing between $2500 to $7500 the Massachusetts coast, but undeniably the onset of warmer weather My mother and father in law where he died. His hospitalization depending on where you live. Not will provide more opportunities to get outside and enjoy the fresh air both died recently and their brought more bills and financial cheap. My Navy son said, “Dad, funeral expenses alone were over and sunshine after months of being cooped-up amidst our pandemic hardship for those left behind. just cremate me and scatter my $14,000 each. Fortunately, they quarantines. Needless to say, there wasn’t remains over the north Atlantic.” had saved enough money to cover Spring traditionally symbolizes rebirth and rejuvenation. That any money to pay for a casket, I pray he lives to be a hundred and these costs. You can spend less and embalming, plot of ground and a thought is especially meaningful in the spring of 2021. his grandchildren have to do that. you can spend more of course. The grave marker. Hopefully, the coming of spring and the availability of mass vaccina- Some of you know my wife died question is do you want your fami- His young adult son put togeth- back in 2002. Her funeral cost me tions will enable all of us to emerge from our cocoons and allow us to ly to have to figure it out? Sit down er their dire scenario and sent it about $10,000 and her grave plot return safely to our pre-pandemic lives. with a trusted funeral director and out to everyone his family knew. was $600. I was cash strapped at begin making preparations now. Within a week 103 friends had the age of 47. I had nothing but Decide which route you want to given $20,300 to momentarily res- medical bills and a house payment. go. Decide how much you want cue this family from their perilous I wasn’t prepared for a funeral, situation. It was enough money to mentally or financially. The only to spend. You can plan everything. buy a casket, embalming, a plot of thing that saved me was a year Pick out everything. Most like- ground and a small grave memori- before she was diagnosed with ly pay for everything. Just make harlesTown sure you are dealing with a very c al marker. multiple sclerosis, a good friend PATRIOT-BRIDGE Do you have 103 friends who sold us small life insurance policies. trusted funeral director. Write out would give $20 to $2000 each to He also talked us into paying extra everything you want done includ- The Charlestown Patriot-Bridge, pay for your burial expenses? I for a disability wavier on the pol- ing music, speakers and anything specific you want them to say. It’s Phone: 617.241.8500 © 2008 Independent Newspaper Group. know I do not. Such an outpouring icy. The disability wavier was the was a testimony to his life and the only way I was able to maintain up to you of course. Make sever- Email: [email protected] • Web Site: www.charlestownbridge.com lives of so many he had touched. that life insurance policy which al copies of your wishes and what Newsstand Price: Free / Subscription price: $75 annually This story is a sad reminder that we used 13 years after he sold it you have done. It’s amazing how we must take prudent steps toward people lose stuff. President - Stephen Quigley - [email protected] to us. It was the only way I could When we are dead, we won’t Marketing Director - Debra DiGregorio - [email protected] covering our burial/funeral costs. have paid for that funeral, unless I I don’t want my wife or children could have borrowed more money Reporter - Seth Daniel - [email protected] (Op-Ed Pg. 3) to have to figure it out after I’m on my house. This was doubtful February 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 3

Letters to the Editor Three townhouses and demo

WRONG, WRONG for keeping the community safe AND WRONG AGAIN now and for future generations. proposed at 41 Bartlett St. Ann Kelleher Dear Editor: By Seth Daniel The proposals for Pier 5 are WRONG, the place is WRONG, STATEMENT The long-time family owner- and the time is WRONG. ship of the 1830s-era home at the Pier 5 is up for grabs. Prioritize OF AARP corner of Bartlett and Elm Streets or ensure that Pier 5 is used to MASSACHUSETTS detailed a plan to develop three protect the community from cli- Dear Editor: townhouses with parking on the mate changes. On behalf of our 775,000 mem- lot and demolish the two-fami- Just the facts: bers and all older Massachusetts ly home that has been the hub of Charlestown is surrounded on residents, we thank Governor their family for generations. three sides by water. Our popula- Baker for opening the next phase At an online neighborhood tion is swelling to over 22,000 res- of COVID-19 vaccinations to peo- meeting for Boston Landmarks idents and growing in the next few ple aged 65 and over and those concerning the proposed demoli- years, all within one square mile. with certain health conditions. tion, Ed O’Connell said his fami------The three proposals sub- We are also pleased to see ly has roots in Charlestown going mitted to the Boston Planning and that the local Boards of Health back more than 100 years and his The two-family home at 41 Bartlett St. is being proposed for demoli- Development Board, consist of will be able to vaccinate home- parents, the late Stan and Lois, had tion, with a rebuild of three townhouses. The O’Connell family said affordable housing, floating resi- bound seniors, and that efforts desired their property be developed their parents desired to have the property developed in a way that hon- dences, and houseboats on the Pier are focused around outreach to appropriately when they passed. ored the neighborhood. 5 site, as well as involving some vulnerable, hard to reach pop- “We love the neighborhood and portion of the water sheet. These ulations, including homebound it was my parents’ wishes when large chimneys. Major renovations Amanda Zettel. She said the addi- proposals are unworthy for Pier 5 seniors, individuals who partici- they passed to develop 41 Bartlett throughout the ages, including tion to the housing stock would be and WRONG. pate in ‘meals on wheels’ and oth- in a way that was respectful to the a gut rehab in 1969, eliminated much-needed and is so far being http://www.bostonplans.org/ ers who are eligible but not able to neighbors and in a way that our most of the historical significance. done appropriately. planning/planning-initiatives/pier- travel to a vaccine site. family can be proud of.” Now the plan is to demolish She did say she would like to see 5-request-for-proposals AARP Massachusetts has been Attorney Pat Sweeney repre- the existing home, and build three, the design be a little more modern Putting residences on a piece of urging policymakers to prioritize sented the family and proposed new three-story townhouses side- and not try to copy the historic land or pier that juts out directly the vaccination of older Americans alternatives to demolishing the by-side on the site with garage nature of homes – which cannot on the ocean is- ill conceived, because of the risk they face from home, and gave a brief history parking underneath and one off- be done entirely any longer. One absurd, and WRONG. COVID-19. Since the start of of it. The home was built around street parking space as well. The instance is that stairs leading to the -----Charlestown is in a flood the pandemic, nearly 95% of the 1837 for John Badger and origi- height of the new structures would front door are no longer allowed, zone. Currently during ocean deaths from COVID-19 have been nally was 2.5 stories and had four be the same as surrounding homes. though they are very much preva- storms, water does flow over onto among people 50 and older. The “In no development scenario lent in the older homes. She point- the pavement here in the Navy science has clearly shown that the would there be more than three ed to 6 Soley St. as an example of Yard. Climate change, rising sea older people are, the higher risk units,” said Sweeney. modern architecture that fits well levels, ocean currents, increased they face if they contract COVID- Some neighbors were concerned into the historic stock. winds, suggest that the time for 19. about the trees on the site, and “I’d like to see more contem- these proposals is WRONG. We support the prioritization Endicott College others were concerned about curb porary design rather than try to https://www.boston.gov/ of older Americans in the vaccine announces student cuts. At least one neighbor would mimic the historic fabric, which sites/default/files/file/document_ allocation process. have preferred the unit count stay you can’t fully do,” she said. files/2017/01/crb_-_focus_area_ Mike Festa on Dean’s List at two, as it is now. Sweeney said they have a Land- charlestown_2.pdf However, others had good marks hearing on March 23, and Endicott College, the first col- To make the wrongs RIGHT, things to say about the plan, any construction project of this we in Charlestown must work to WE DO NOT NEED lege in the U.S. to require intern- including Charlestown Preser- nature would likely have a 16 ensure that Pier 5 is developed A FLOATING ships of its students, is pleased to vation Society (CPS) President month buildout, if approved. into greenspace, a living shore- COMMUNITY announce its Fall 2020 Dean’s List line, climate buffer and waterfront Dear Editor students. In order to qualify for the park for the whole community I fail to see the desirability of Dean’s List, a student must obtain In Loving Memory and beyond. We need to get this building out over the water (on a minimum grade point average of RIGHT. (Pier 5) in Charlestown. Open 3.5, receive no letter grade below MARY A. WIEMERT Please learn more about these water is a collective good, enjoyed June 5, 1932 – February 22, 2014 proposals and make your voice by all. It is not private property for “C,” have no withdrawal grades, heard. Climate readiness needs to individual use. and be enrolled in a minimum of 7 Year Anniversary be promoted now by actions, not The Boston Harbor, unencum- 12 credits for the semester. Sometimes when I ﬁrst awake just words on a paper or report. Maeve Fittz, Nursing, daughter bered by private use, benefits us I think that you're still here, The petition online: http://chng. all. We do not need a “floating of Julie Treanor and Liam Fittz And for a fleeting moment it/5z5gcQ26j2 community,” especially at the cost met these requirements. The clouds all disappear. We ask for your support by to all who benefit from precious Endicott College offers doc- For you brought endless sunshine signing the petition as well as open space. torate, master’s, bachelor’s, and Until you went away, encouraging others to take a stand Jane O’Neil associate degree programs at its And now I miss you desperately campus on the scenic coast of Each minute of the day. You would not like to see me sad Beverly, Mass., with additional Op-Ed (from pg. 2) So what I try to do, sites in Boston, online, and at Is to live a bright and happy life care. We won’t know, but we care er of Newburgh Press, Liberty U.S. and international locations. In memory of you. now. I know most of us care about Torch and various other publish- Endicott remains true to its found- For though I'll always miss you those we leave behind. This is one ing imprints; a national columnist ing principle of integrating pro- And it's dreadful being apart, way we can help them to know – American Issues and Common fessional and liberal arts educa- I haven't really lost you how and what we want done and Sense opinions, analysis, stories You're still here in my heart. relieve their burden by making the and features appear each week tion with internship opportunities arrangements ourselves. In over 500 newspapers, websites across disciplines. For more, visit Love, Frank Glenn Mollette is the publish- and blogs across the United States. endicott.edu. PAGE 4 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE February 25, 2021

City Paws Short and Sweet

By Penny & Ed Cherubino dog to the shepherd’s side. select the command words, try to K-9 first responders are taught find words that are softer in sound Imagine someone in authori- to obey commands, often in a and used less in the real world. We ty talking to you and what you foreign language, and only from like the word “Hush!” instead of hear is “yadda, yadda, yadda,” their human partner. Each has a “Quiet,” or “Stop barking!” IMPORTANT, “Blah blah blah related hand signal in case silence The other trick we use is to give …” or “LISTEN TO ME!” As is needed for safety. Specific signals our dog a command she knows far as your dog is concerned, you might tell the dog to, “Search for a to distract her from unwanted sound like a chattering chipmunk man,” “Search for an article,” or behavior. You could try a bright with an occasional word like “Release the bite.” and cheery, “Come here!” If those “SIT!, GOOD GIRL!, or NO!” Real service dogs learn about words are practiced consistently popping up here and there. 30 basic one or two-word com- and sometimes resulted in a treat Now think about some of mands. Many of these are ones or nice ear scratch, you’ll increase the best-trained, working dogs that would be great for any com- your success rate. like herding sheepdogs, K-9 first panion animal to master. For responders, and real service dogs. example, “Watch me” – to make Vocabulary Basics These animals have learned behav- Stanley Coren, PhD, of the iors requested with one word, eye contact, “Get busy” – to go to University of British Columbia, sound, hand signal, or a combina- the bathroom, and “Release” – to estimates that “... dogs’ mental tion of those. be done with work.” abilities are close to a human child What we can all learn from the age 2 to 2.5 years.” He is quoted professionals who train and work Listen to Yourself by the American Psychological with these animals is to keep our What do you sound like when Association as saying, “As for lan- directions short. And, since we you ask your dog or cat to do know that dogs are sensitive to the something? Yes, there are times guage, the average dog can learn when a sudden irruption in bark- 165 words, including signals, and tone of your voice, we suggest you Our Poppy is very good at obeying the “Watch me” request when her ing or yowling will startle us, and the “super dogs” (those in the top also keep it sweet. dinner is being prepared. our voice, when we correct the 20 percent of dog intelligence) can Lessons from the Pros animal, is harsh. learn 250 words.” Sheepdog handlers use a com- However, you may actually When our first Westie Sassy We suggest this as a great family to guide your furry family mem- worked at our company, the staff bination of words and whistles to achieve the result you want more exercise. Once you have a list, sim- bers through well behaved days. guide the herding work of their often if you practice speaking to created a list of the words she Do you have a question or topic plify it where you can and see if dogs. For example, the “Whee- your animals in an upbeat man- knew. As the list grew, there were for City Paws? Send an email to Whee-Wheet” whistle sound or ner with a smile punctuating your words we never used but that a you can reach an agreement on the [email protected] with your the word, “Come here” calls the words. Since we’re the ones who particular staff member favored. short and sweet words you will use request. Edwards files order to discuss implementation of reforms to ZBA Boston City Councilor Lydia reforms to the Zoning Board of Walsh in an executive order in new challenges to accessibility. We exploring all options to create and Edwards has filed a hearing order Appeals that she proposed and February of 2020. need to check in and have a con- preserve affordable housing. It’s to discuss the implementation of were implemented by Mayor “The ZBA continues to be one versation about what we can do to more important now than ever,” of the main sources of constituent ensure residents have a voice when added Councilor Edwards. “Being calls and emails to my office,” said projects in their neighborhood are able to know who owns what will Councilor Edwards. “Last year I going through the process.” be key as we move forward with Stuck looking for 24/7 EMERGENCY CARE | FREE PARKING filed some reforms that the Mayor The hearing will also address affordable housing reforms.” quality veterinary implemented through an executive financial disclosure requirements The hearing order will be intro- care in your area? order. We’ve made some progress that were required as part of the duced at Wednesday’s council in making the board more acces- executive order. meeting and assigned to a commit- Angell is sible and transparent, but not all “I filed a hearing order recently tee. A public hearing will then be of the commitments have been on the inclusionary development scheduled where members of the prepared • 24/7 Emergency • Internal Medicine met and the pandemic has added policy because we need to be public will be able to testify. & Critical Care • Neurology to help! • Acupuncture • Nutrition • Anesthesiology • Oncology • Avian & • Ophthalmology University of Maine announces fall 2020 Dean’s List Exotic Medicine • Pathology • Behavior The University of Maine rec- countries other than the U.S. been waived. Instead, students will • Pain & • Cardiology Palliative Care ognized 4,133 students for Due to the unusual and chal- be eligible 1) if they earned Dean’s • Dentistry • Physical achieving Dean’s List honors in lenging circumstances faced this List recognition in spring 2020 • Dermatology Rehabilitation the fall 2020 semester including semester amid the global pandem- and have placed all of their fall • Diagnostic • Surgery Caroline Collier and Kaley Kyle ic, the university has modified 2020 courses on pass/fail; or 2) if Imaging of Charlestown. Of the students its Dean’s List policy for the fall they have earned a minimum GPA who made the Dean’s List, 2,670 2020 term. The requirement that of a 3.5, regardless of the number • Management of Chronic Diseases (such as kidney are from Maine, 1,366 are from students earn 12 calculable credits of credits taken, in fall 2020. disease, diabetes, arthritis, heart disease) 38 other states and 97 are from 35 to be eligible for Dean’s List has • Direct Access to Angell’s board-certified specialists • Weekend & Evening Appointments • Geriatric Medicine • Free On-Site Parking TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL Compassionate, 350 South Huntington Avenue | Boston, MA Comprehensive Care 617-522-7282 | angell.org 781-485-0588 February 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 5 MALDEN CATHOLIC HOLDS ROLLING RALLY FOR ACCEPTED STUDENTS

Photos & Story by Marianne Salza Scholars filed individually through a line of applauding Malden Catholic High cheerleaders as their names School (MC) held an Accept- were announced. With a burst ed Students Rolling Rally on of confetti, Mr. Thornburg February 13 to welcome the presented each student with incoming Class of 2025. Fam- a certificate of admission on ilies paraded in line through stage. the back parking lot, honking “Malden Catholic is the their horns in celebration to only school in the area that begin the spirited festivities has continued to hold in-per- that included triumphant mu- son classes,” explained Mr. sic and a performance by the Thornburg. “What Malden MC cheerleaders. Catholic has to offer cannot “This has been an outstand- be delayed.” ing enrollment season,” an- Students received a special Peter Walsh, holding his certificate of admission, with nounced Mr. John Thornburg, $500 waived registration fee, Morgan Hardy, holding her certificate of admis- Headmaster Thornburg. Headmaster. “We are up to and Malden Catholic back- sion. 140 students enrolled.” pack gift for registering.

Cheerleaders performing during the opening celebration of the Accepted Students Rolling Rally. Isabella Mejia receiving her MC backpack gift for registering MALDEN CATHOLIC STUDENTS ACHIEVE HONOR ROLL FIRST $ QUARTER 747 Malden Catholic High School students have completed the Average List $/Sq.Ft. coursework for the first quarter for the 2020-21 school year. Malden Year List Sale Catholic divides honors into three 2020 ...... $747 ...... $760 sections: Headmaster’s List, First Honors and Second Honors. 2019 ...... $724...... $740 Headmaster’s List is achieved 2018 ...... $730 ...... $736 by having over a 90 in all classes, First Honors is achieved by hav- 2017 ...... $673 ...... $681 ing over an 85 in all classes and 2016 ...... $641 ...... $651 Second Honors is achieved by having over an 80 in all classes. The following Charlestown resident achieved: Headmaster’s List: GRACE BLOODWELL, Broker Daniel Bethlendy 15+ Years Experience, Local Resident Chengxiang Lou Seller, Buyer & Landlord Representation Second Honors: Please call with your real estate questions. Nora Reilly 617-512-4939 [email protected] Katana O’Keefe holding her certificate of admission, with Headmas- Coldwell Banker | 2 Thompson Sq | Charlestown MA ter Thornburg. PAGE 6 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE February 25, 2021 CONSTRUCTION UPDATE North Washington Street Bridge construction look-ahead through Mar. 6 This is a brief overview of con- •The project team has posi- silt curtains, and installing coffer- ton Street Bridge began in August TRAVEL TIPS struction operations and impacts tioned a combination of hanging dams. 2018. Since then, the project team Westerly sidewalk, Lovejoy for the North Washington Street sound blankets and temporary has accomplished a lot. As of Feb- Wharf stairs near Converse are Bridge Replacement Project. Mass- barrier to minimize noise impacts WORK HOURS ruary 2020, we have transferred open to the public with the open- DOT will provide additional notic- from the vibratory hammer. These •Most work will be done during all utilities (gas, electric, fiber, ing of the temporary bridge, the es as needed for high-impact work measures will be adjusted as need- the daytime (6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) communications) onto the tempo- adjacent section of the Harbor- and changes to traffic configura- ed and appropriate. WORK THAT HAS BEEN rary utility bridge, demolished the walk passing under the bridge tions beyond those described below. •The vibratory hammer is oper- COMPLETED old bridge’s center swing span and remains closed. VIBRATORY HAMMER ated place during the day (7 a.m. •Prior to 2/21/21, crews con- NOISE IMPACTS – 3 p.m.) tinued preparatory work to build piers, and have started to build the The Tudor Wharf Walkway •A vibratory hammer is being the new bridge. Cofferdam instal- foundations of the new bridge. (under the bridge next to the used to install the five cofferdams DESCRIPTION OF lation is 95% complete. •A project progress newslet- water in Paul Revere Park) will which will be needed to build the SCHEDULED WORK ter has been posted to the proj- be intermittently closed for safety piers of the new bridge. Installa- •Crews will be repairing ware- PROJECT NEWSLETTER ect webpage detailing the above during construction operations, tion of each cofferdam takes about house piers and columns, installing POSTED accomplishments and many more. with access provided via the Water two weeks. and conducting maintenance of •Work on the North Washing- Street underpass. Baker announces plan to eliminate remote learning for elementary schools by April

By Lauren Bennett there’s no substitute for in-person elementary school, and that the mitigation strategies” and com- to returning students to the class- learning, especially for kids in ele- state “hope[s] to be moving pliance with protocols, “schools room, working closely with Governor Charlie Baker on mentary school,” he said. ahead soon,” he said. “We know across the Commonwealth have state health officials and medical Tuesday announced that the state “Our administration has been the pandemic’s been difficult on been able to safely welcome kids experts.” has a goal of getting elementa- clear for months that the best everyone, but it’s been really tough back to the classroom for many He said he would work first to ry school students back into the place for kids is in the classroom,” on kids and their parents as they months now.” return elementary school students classroom full-time by April. Baker said. struggle to be out of the classroom However, about 20 percent of to in-person learning, “with the “I think we all know that when He said that Jeff Riley, the Com- and detached from their teachers the state’s school districts are still plan likely extending to middle COVID hit last year, just about missioner of the state Department and their peers.” fully remote, which translates to school grades later in the school this time, teachers, staff, and stu- of Elementary and Secondary Edu- Approximately 80 percent about 400,000 kids, Baker said, year and possibly high schools as dents experienced an incredible cation, began a process on Tuesday of the state’s school districts are “most of whom haven’t been in well.” disruption to their daily routines with the Board of Elementary and currently providing some sort of a classroom since March [of last Parents who do not wish to in school,” Baker said, “and ever Secondary Education“ to get more in-person learning, whether it be year].” send their children for in person since, have been adapting and kids back into the classroom full a hybrid model or fully in person, Baker said that students’ “social, learning will not be required to do adjusting to the challenges that time by phasing out remote-only Baker said. mental, and emotional well-being so, and they can remain learning came with the pandemic.” learning in April” and allow stu- “Districts with in-person learn- has been significantly impacted” remotely through the end of the Baker said that districts across dents, beginning with elementary ing, regardless of how high COVID by being out of the classroom. school year, Riley said, adding that the state have made adjustments school students, to attend classes transmission is in their communi- “The science is pretty clear on “there will be a waiver process for to help their students adapt to the in person Monday through Friday. ty, have seen few, if any, examples this one: there are now dozens of districts who may need to take challenges put forth by the pan- Baker said that the process of in-school transmission,” Baker reports from all over the world a more incremental approach,” demic, “but I think we all agree would begin with students in said. He said that with “proper that it’s safe to be in school, and Riley said, adding that fully remote doctors and public health experts, schools could first transition to a including Dr. Fauci, all agree that hybrid model. getting kids back in school needs Baker said that “with COVID to be a top priority,” Baker said. cases and hospitalizations continu- Virtual Public Meeting He said that the state has “coming to decline and vaccines well mitted funding, resources, and underway, it’s time to set our sites supports to schools and districts to on eliminating remote learning by return to classrooms.” April and starting with elementary Commissioner Riley said he schools.” 201 Rutherford Avenue would “take a phased-in approach

Wednesday, March 10 Zoom Link: bit.ly/201RutherfordPublic 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864 Meeting ID: 161 554 8232 Ocean View Home AUCTION Project Proponent: New England Development OVERSIZED LOT, OVERLOOKING REVERE BEACH Project Description: The Proposed Project consists of the construction of an approximately 206,039 square foot, seven (7) story building with approximately 240 residential units together with amenity space, off-street vehicle parking, and landscaping improvements on an approximately 46,047 square foot undeveloped portion of the Bunker Hill Mall.

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2 columns (3.998 inches) x 3 inches February 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 7 Charlestown sees increase in positive COVID-19 cases

By John Lynds ing positive two weeks ago. 18, anyone 65 or older, or who has At a press briefing last Thurs- two or more qualifying medical Last week the cumulative day Mayor Martin Walsh said the conditions, is now eligible for the average number of positive tests COVID-19 positive test rate in vaccine,” said Walsh. Charlestown as well as the weekly recorded each day was 209. That’s The Mayor noted that mod- positive test rate increased accord- down by about 13% from the erate and severe asthma are now ing to the latest data released on week before, and daily new cases included in that list of conditions, Friday by the Boston Public Health have continued to go down since Commission (BPHC). early January. which is a good thing. According to the BPHC report, “Our current community pos- “This was an important deci- of the 13,365 Charlestown resi- itivity rate was 4.8 percent,” said sion, to ensure that more residents dents tested for the virus since the Walsh. “That’s below our 5 per- of color who face elevated risk are pandemic began 8 percent were cent threshold, and the lowest eligible sooner,” said Walsh. “In found to be positive by last Friday. positivity we’ve seen since Octo- addition, everyone in Phase 1 con- This was an increase of 1.3 percent ber. The rate went down in every tinues to be eligible if you have not from the 7.9 percent reported by neighborhood, and every neigh- been vaccinated yet -- including the BPHC two Fridays ago. borhood is now below 8 percent, health care workers, first respond- Last week, 968 residents were which is good news. An average of ers, and residents and staff in long- tested and 2.7 percent were posi- 4,263 people were tested each day. term care and congregate care set- tive. This was a 42 percent increase That’s up by 3 percent over the tings.” from the 1.9 percent that tested week before and does not include The full updated schedule is at positive two Fridays ago, college testing.” Mass.gov/CovidVaccine. Citywide, 29,757 residents The Mayor said Boston contin- Walsh said the City of Bos- were tested and 3.8 percent were ues to work with the State on the ton will continue to advocate on COVID positive--a 21 percent vaccine rollout. behalf of Boston residents, and “On Wednesday, the Governor decrease from the 4.8 percent test- increase equity in this process for announced that, as of February any resident or community that may face barriers. He said the City House passes Home Rule Petition is focusing on access in the Black community; the Latino communi- to eliminate mayoral special election ty; the Asian community; and our On Friday the BPHC released its weekly COVID-19 stats by neighbor- Seth Daniel Charlie Baker, but the matter will immigrant communities. be moot if Mayor Walsh leaves “We’re also focusing on access hood that tracks infection rates and COVID testing results in Boston State Rep. Dan Ryan reported after next Friday, March 5. for elderly residents and those with neighborhoods. from Beacon Hill this week that Meanwhile, Rep. Ryan said he disabilities,” he said. “We’re doing he has voted and the House has is getting accustomed to his new targeted outreach to these commu- passed the Home Rule Petition chairmanship of the House Elec- nities through City departments, that waives any special mayor- tion Laws Committee. Already, Community Health Centers, and al election were Mayor Martin that Committee is being tasked nonprofit partners.” with a tremendous amount of tisin Walsh to leave his seat before ver g The infection rate in Charles- e Ad March 6. work. At stake, he said, are the in town and surrounding neighbor- nl The measure passed the House modifications to voting that were O hoods increased 2.2 percent in one easily with the support of the instituted during COVID-19 in week according to the latest city entire Boston State Delegation on 2020 for the Primary Elections le statistics. lab Monday, and now moves to the and General Election. They are Avai The BPHC data released last is Senate where it is being consid- due to expire this spring, but will ered. The City Council present- probably be temporarily extend- Friday showed Charlestown’s Showcase Your Business, Open ed the petition to the Legislature ed, he said. Meanwhile, though, infection rate increased 2.2 per- House, or More with an online last month in a unanimous vote, a major bill taking the good and cent and went from 531 cases per AD SIZE though it is now seeming less eliminating the bad will be filed 10,000 residents to 542.9 cases per ad! likely that the mayor will depart soon and will need to be passed 10,000 residents. before the cut-off date, which is before next fall’s Municipal Elec- Twenty-three additional res- Clients and Customers in pixels next Friday. tions. idents became infected with the are just a click away! W: 160px Ryan said it was impressive to Issues to be debated include virus last week bringing the total 00 see the Boston Delegation on the mail-in voting, absentee voting, to 1,054 confirmed cases in the — $300 per month per site — H: 600px precinct/poll consolidation and same page. neighborhood. THE “The Boston State House other such matters that have The statistics released by Delegation, without any polit- changed the way voting takes the BPHC as part of its weekly ical rancor, was unanimous in place in the Commonwealth. COVID19 report breaks down INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPERS its support for the City of Bos- “There is a heavy workload the number of cases and infection —————— ton home-rule petition to elimi- of Election Laws bills coming rates in each neighborhood. It also reverejournal.com •winthroptranscript.com nate the special election to fulfill through my Committee in the breaks down the number of cases lynnjournal.com • everettindependent.com Mayor Walsh’s unexpired term,” next several months that will by age, gender and race. eastietimes.com • chelsearecord.com please send he said. “I congratulate Council- need our attention,” he said. “We Citywide positive cases of or Lydia Edwards on an efficient need to ensure continued safe, charlestownbridge.com • beaconhilltimes.com coronavirus increased 3 percent in “png” and clean process in City Hall and secure and universal ballot access northendregionalreview.com • thebostonsun.com percent last week and went from I thank Representative Chynah for those who are eligible during jamaicaplaingazette.com • missionhillgazette.com format Tyler, Chair of the Boston Dele- the remainder of this pandem- 56,079 cases to 57,794 confirmed gation, for pulling us together to ic. I thank Speaker Mariano and cases in a week. Thirty-seven addi- Combo Rates available! Buy any 3 sites, get 4th FREE usher the bill through the House Chairman Michlewitz for their tional Boston residents died from process and over to the Senate.” continued guidance while I begin the virus last week and there are It is also expected to pass the Sen- my journey as Election Laws now 1,251 total deaths in the city Call the office to get started! ate easily and be signed by Gov. Chairman.” from COVID. 781-485-0588 PAGE 8 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE February 25, 2021

Mayors Cup (from pg. 1) so far. A major highlight to kick things off Monday night in Charlestown was a victory by the Bantams over Allston-Brighton in a shootout. The game was a tough, grind through regulation with a 1-1 tie – the only goal for the Townies coming from Luciano Cincotti in the third period. The shootout featured goals from Colin Kyle and a very nifty netter from Adam Whitney to take the Townies up 2-1. Goalie Ben Rosa sealed the deal with a stop on the Allston- Brighton shooter, delivering a great win. The Bantams also won on Tuesday over Hyde Park. The girls’ side of things saw a very hard-fought win by the Goalie Big Ben Rosa stands 6 feet, 7 inches in the goal, but has no trou- ble getting low to stop this shot. U12’s at the Charlestown rink on Colin Kyle fires off a shot from the wing for the Bantams, though it was Tuesday night against what has stopped by the Allston-Brighton goalie. become an arch-rival in Allston- Brighton. The teams have battled goal. Gianna Young notched two South Boston 4 all season in fast and competitive goals late in the game, and Goalie Mite A East - Hyde Park 5, contests. The stage for Tuesday’s Erin Alves was solid as usual in the Charlestown 4 game was set on Sunday night net, notching a shutout. Peewee AA - Charlestown 3, when the two teams battled to a The U12 girls will play Dorchester 0 1-1 tie in Brighton. On Tuesday Dorchester later in the week for Bantams – Charlestown 3, night, the Townies came ready to all the marbles, and hopefully a Allston-Brighton 2 (Shootout) play and Coach John Sutich com- second Cup in two years. •Tuesday mented that every player made Other results are below and the U10 Charlestown 8, Parkway 0 a meaningful contribution in the action continues all week: U12 Charlestown 2, Allston- win. It was a fast game and evenly •Monday - Brighton 0 matched once again. However, the Squirt AAA - Charlestown 5, Bantams Charlestown 3, Hyde Townies controlled the offensive Hyde Park 4 (Shootout) Park 0 end and had numerous shots on Mite AAA - Charlestown 5,

When the rubber met the road on the final shootout attempt, Goalie Ben Rosa held strong and propelled the Townies to an exciting win in the first round of the Mayor’s Cup.

James Heath for the Townies played tough defense all night on Luciano Cincotti scored the lone goal in regulation to tie the contest 1-1 Coach Bob Teduits congratulated the Townie Bantams after a solid win a quick Allston-Brighton offense. at the nine minute mark in the third period. Monday. February 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 9 U12 LADY TOWNIES ADVANCE TO MAYORS CUP FINALS

Shae Gould gets a break away from an Allston-Brighton defender in the Estelle Corbitt brings the puck out first period. from behind the net and looks up the ice to pass to a teammate.

Amaya Gosselin-Neves pushes the puck down the boards as the Townie bench watches carefully.

Coming all the way from the defense, Phoebe Niese breaks away and takes a shot on goal.

Goalie Erin Alves notched a shutout in the win Tuesday against what has become an arch-rival in Allston-Brighton.

Georgi Schenker passes the puck back to a teammate from the wing. Abby Deroeve moves the puck into the offensive zone. Rory Shields eyes the puck for a breakaway.

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By Seth Daniel be the most consequential mayor’s other candidate that is as equipped unprecedented crisis, the impact of race in our City’s history,” he told to understand the opioid epidemic which will last far beyond today,” Bringing a wealth of experienc- the paper, noting issues of COVID- and to forge real solutions to com- said Santiago. “It’s a turning point es from the State House, the emer- 19, health care, good schools and a bat it. for our city, but in it I also see gency room and overseas deploy- revived economy. “I live a block from Mass Ave great possibilities. I see and hear ments in the military to the table, “We are a City of neighbor- and walk to work every day and it in the voices of my neighbors, South End State Rep. Jon Santiago hoods and many are different, but I understand what it’s like to find patients, and constituents. I’ve announced on Tuesday his inten- I’m hearing from everyone that needles in your front garden, peo- spent my life in service to others tions to run for mayor. they want to come back building ple passed out on your front steps and now I’m running for mayor to Santiago has been considering a better and stronger Boston,” he or someone overdosing and need- lead us through this moment and run since January, and has said said. “That message is resonating ing help,” he said, noting that he to a recovery rooted in equity and as much in the media, but not all over the city. I feel comfort- has already secured more than $1 opportunity. I will bring our city made an official announcement able going to Southie and West million in state funds to address back, stronger than ever.” until now. He has been surveying Roxbury and having conversa- the epidemic. “I’m proud of those Santiago added, “Today, we set resident groups on Zoom and in tions because they are about the victories, but we have a lot more out to bring neighbors together to other forums privately for the same things as in Roxbury and work to do. I’m the best candidate write the next chapter of our Bos- last month, and was even known Dorchester. People all want good to understand the situation and to ton story.” to be on several Zoom meetings schools, housing options, good live the situation.” Santiago is currently serving his in Charlestown lately with a core transit, access to vaccines and they Santiago also credits his mili- second term as the State Repre- group of early supporters in the really want to be heard. My goal tary service in the Army Reserves, sentative for the 9th Suffolk Dis- Town. is to reach out to each and every where he is a captain, as forming trict representing the South End, He made the announcement in area of this city…The people of how he would lead as mayor. In Roxbury, Back Bay, and Fenway a two-minute video available in Boston need someone ready to fact, after working on the COVID neighborhoods of Boston. He is English and Spanish. serve…That’s the way I’ve always front lines at the Boston Hope an emergency room physician He comes into the race as the done medicine and politics. My Hospital in the South Boston employed at Boston Medical Cen- only major male candidate in a first state rep race I knocked on Convention Center, Santiago was Rep. Jon Santiago ter, the city’s safety net hospital. field of three women from the Bos- 9,000 doors…I think right now deployed to the Middle East as He serves as a captain in the U.S. ton City Council, including Coun- people want someone who will a physician treating soldiers and Army Reserve and has deployed cilors Andrea Campbell, Annissa bring them together and engage allies in Kuwait. He returned from mayor will write a “new chap- overseas. Prior to these experi- Essaibi George and Michelle Wu. and listen and be respectful.” that deployment in December. ter” for all of Boston. He said that ences, Santiago served as a Peace More importantly, though, San- That approach – which he hint- “Many Puerto Ricans joined new chapter would include a more Corps volunteer in the Dominican tiago said he comes into the race ed would be different than many the military as a way to do some- equitable City for everyone. Republic. He lives in the South ready to listen and engage, he polarizing forces nationally – has thing with their life and to be a “We are living through an End with his wife, Alexandra. said. As a doctor in the emergency been honed at the State House, part of something bigger than room at Boston Medical Center, where he has been trusted early themselves,” he said, noting his a physician in the Army Reserves with key positions advising on uncle and grandfather were also and a state representative, he said COVID-19. Also, it has come in in the military. “I joined seven Constitution hosts First Space his approach has always been to the emergency room as he has or eight years ago…It taught me engage and listen to people first. embraced solutions to the recov- about leadership and bringing That, he said, will be more import- ery and opioid epidemics he sees at folks together…I’m very proud of Force Transfer Ceremony ant than ever in what he said was the hospital daily. With the Mass/ that. The military will teach you Staff Report along the Freedom Trail. Thank- an historic, open-seat election for Cass area in his district, and see- how to get things done.” fully, we were able to explore the mayor. ing its effect on people every day In his announcement for mayor, The first Space Force commis- museum and hear the blast of the “I think this mayor’s race will at work, Santiago said there is no Santiago stressed that the next sioning ceremony aboard USS cannon at sundown, a sound that Constitution occurred Feb. 4, resonated within me and helped to formally transferring an Air Force solidify those memories.” captain into the Space Force. After being selected to serve in The Space Force is a military the Space Force, Berezin’s memo- service that organizes, trains, and ries inspired him to reach out to equips space forces in order to the crew of Constitution. protect U.S. and allied interests in “I did not know, at first, wheth- space and to provide space capa- er I would be able to have a cere- bilities to the joint force. mony on the frigate,” said Berez- “The Air Force gave me the in. “But it was that memory which amazing opportunity to learn and led me to explore and ask the grow as an Airman, an experience question ‘Can I once again take I will never forget,” said new- an oath to support and defend the ly-transferred Space Force Capt. Constitution on a ship that bears Benjamin Berezin. “However, I the same name?’ Thanks to its couldn’t pass up the once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of amazing crew, the answer turned this new branch of service and to out to be yes!” help launch its initial success as a Two years after his trip to Mas- Guardian.” sachusetts, Berezin found himself A trip to nearby Hanscom Air once again aboard Constitution Force base opened Berezin to the with his father by his side, as he idea of holding his transfer cere- officially transferred to the Space mony aboard Old Ironsides. Force. “Two years ago, I drove cross “I will strive to leave as lasting country from New Mexico to of an impact as the Constitution Massachusetts with my father,” left on me,” said Berezin. “Our Jon Santiago, a South End State Rep. and physician at Boston Medical Center, announced on Tuesday that he space systems and infrastructure will be running for mayor of Boston. His announcement came on video Tuesday (as seen here) and makes him said Berezin. “Old Ironsides was the fourth major candidate in the open-seat mayoral race. one of the first places we visited should be as enduring as this stel- upon our arrival while trekking lar ship. North Washington Street Bridge construction look-ahead through Feb. 20 February 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 11 Students ready for return to hybrid learning

By Seth Daniel ing up. Instead, they’ve been by the this week, a majority of Charles- school a couple of times to look town students have chosen hybrid Several hundred students are into the kindergarten windows, learning or were automatically slated to begin their first day of and they’ve met the art teacher entered as hybrid. A total of 1,092 in-person learning this school term once during a supply pick-up day students in Charlestown have on Monday in the long-awaited outside the school. opted for in-person learning this hybrid education model, but for “Meeting the art teachers was spring, which amounts to 62.5 some of those children, they will really just a coincidence, but it was percent. be walking into the school for the this huge momentous occasion for A smaller percentage, 656 stu- first time after having nearly one my daughter,” said Zehngebot. dents at 37.5 percent, have opted year of school under their belt. Charlotte Maon is in the same to remain remote through the On Monday, Boston Public situation. She has a first grader at school year and not return in-per- Schools (BPS) will return students the Warren Prescott School, but son. for hybrid education in grades her son was also slated to join the Likewise, one of the virus met- K1-3. Though some special edu- W-P as a first-year kindergartner rics that was required was to be cation students have been in the this year. That, of course, has been below 5 percent positivity city- buildings since December, Mon- delayed, but Maon said Monday wide before any return, and at the day will mark the first time gen- can’t come soon enough. moment the percent positive in eral education students have been “I was afraid because he is very Boston is 3.8 percent. back in buildings since last March. comfortable at home and having Students will return on a Many students, however, have mommy and daddy around him,” rotating schedule throughout the also chosen to remain in remote she said. “Luckily the teachers on week in hybrid. On Monday and education for the remainder of the Zoom have been preparing them Tuesday, Group A will come to year. for going back to school. The the school, and Group B will be The pandemic has brought out teacher has been showing them remote. On Wednesday, every- all sorts of oddities and unique sit- the cubby and what the classroom one will go to remote school, but uations, but one of the strangest is looks like…My son is very excited one Thursday and Friday, Group the fact that many first-year kin- to go back to school now. It wasn’t B will go in-person and Group A dergarten students will have gone like that a few months ago. He will be remote. to school a majority of their first wants to see what the classroom Harvard Kent Principal Jason year without actually having gone looks like and wants to play with Gallagher said they will be wel- to school. his friends. He has friends, but coming about 60 new students Both the Harvard Kent and Warren Prescott Schools in Charlestown “Everyone says they feel they’re only virtual friends now.” into the building in each group. are poised to welcome hundreds of K-3 students back to their buildings relieved and confident and excit- Both parents said they are not With the special education stu- for hybrid education on Monday. Part of that will be rolling out the ed,” said Corey Zehngebot, who worried about the virus being dents that are already there, that red carpet to welcome them, as was done at the W-P earlier this year has a first-year kindergarten stu- spread in schools, and trust the sci- will account for about 150 kids in for some special education students that have already returned. dent headed to the Harvard Kent ence put out by the state and fed- the building each day. students have been together online Both Gallagher and Davis said on Monday. “The teachers are eral governments about in-person “We’re pretty excited,” he said. since September, but many haven’t they plan to make it a special excited and I know my daughter schooling being safe. “We’ve been doing really well here always met each other,” he contin- occasion, and have secured a red can’t wait. She’s excited to meet “These kids need it,” said the last couple of months with ued. “We know there have been carpet at the entry door to wel- the other kids that she has only Maon. “I was ready to send them high-priority kids. We brought playdates and they’ve picked up come students and families back, really met on Zoom since last Sept. 1. I have been waiting for more back in February. Now supplies, but they have never met or even for the first time ever. fall…I’m super excited for her to this moment…Everyone has dif- we’re ready to open the school for each other in school. We are curi- Maon said she thinks it’s finally be able to go and meet the ferent thresholds, but my husband more students. The teachers this ous to see how that plays out. It’s important to get her kids back teacher and her classmates.” and I feel confident. We are in a week are working hard to make something that’s never happened in school, and she also said she Zehngebot said they never country always afraid of liability sure classrooms and schools are in history.” still isn’t convinced it will really really got to have that true “first and because of that everything is ready. We’re just dotting our I’s Like the Harvard Kent, the happen – that things have been day” experience that every parent prepared very carefully and safely. and crossing our T’s to be ready Warren Prescott is also very busy delayed before. However, she said and child files away as a cherished I have no concerns.” for Monday. preparing the school for a return she remains hopeful and knows it memory and a milestone in grow- According to BPS statistics as of “It is interesting because the of students. Principal Michele is more important for kids like her Davis said they have set up their young son to learn how to raise remote school schedule to seam- his hand, wait his turn to speak, less integrate in-person learning and adhere to social queues that Real Estate Transfers and they hope there aren’t any are only absorbed in person with hiccups. other kids. BUYER 1 SELLER 1 ADDRESS PRICE “Our schedule works both What she and Zehngebot are Markind, Jan E Lemieux Gliser T 3 Essex St #14 $572,000 remotely and in person so this will worried about is the potential aid in a smooth transition,” she loss of families that are leaving 253 Main St. • Charlestown • 617-241-5566 said. “All rooms have air purifi- Charlestown, or shifting students ers, sanitizer, and the appropriate to private schools that have been www.c21elite.com cleaning supplies. in-person for months. Sales • Rentals • Free Market Analysis “Social distancing signs are on “Kids should always come Elite Certified Buyer Agents display throughout the school and first and I don’t think kids really protocols will be reviewed and are first at BPS,” she said. “I’m emphasized with students during worried that people are leaving the first week,” she continued. the neighborhood because of the “Our main goals are safety and school situation. Warren Prescott making sure that students feel wel- was a hot school last year, and comed and supported. The W-P now it’s not a full class…Schools Visit www.charlestownbridge.com staff have had great success con- outside the city are open, and necting with students virtually, but that’s what people need.” can’t wait to welcome students in person.” PAGE 12 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE February 25, 2021

Project (from pg. 1) housing at two income tier levels. There are 49 residential parking spaces and 29 retail spaces. Two- hig also said they have access to a lot of parking existing in the Mall already as well, a topic that the IAG asked for more clarification on for future meetings. “This is a community center and it has been a long time and that’s very important to us,” said Twohig. “It’s been that way for 40 years…The days of just building a retail project and that’s all it is isn’t what we do. Everything we do now is more mixed use.” He said the residential building and an upgrade to the existing Mall property on Main Street – along with any future plans for the Mall – will revolve around the ‘Live, Work, Play’ concept that is how life has been trending for city residents over the past decade. “That’s just how people live A view of the proposed residential building on the Bunker Hill Mall from the West School Street and Main Street intersection. today,” he said. “People just don’t want to go and spend four hours an-centered,” said Manfredi. “Our pocket park there and modernize The biggest revelation of the and what this is, we have to do in a mall and that’s their day trip. goal is to expand that pedestrian the entry points to the Mall from evening was that getting approv- that because it protects the neigh- People don’t live that way today. part of Charlestown.” Main Street. al for the Compact Living Units borhood.” They certainly don’t want to do As part of the design, there There is also a $1 million com- means that residents at that address IAG Member Nico Skiadas said that in the era of COVID-19.” would be four “townhouse” style munity fund contribution as well. aren’t allowed to participate in the he liked the building and the design Manfredi said the building will units facing Austin Street that will IAG Member Tera Lally was neighborhood residential sticker be a major Gateway to the neigh- and said it would be a feather in have front doors onto the side- the first to chime in and she advo- program. the cap to have a Manfredi build- borhood, and they plan to present walk. That is an effort to knit cated for allocating that money to That was a shock to everyone, it that way by using appropriate ing in Charlestown. the building into that part of the the Charlestown Neighborhood as it’s the first Compact project in “There is a lot to like about brick around the lower floors and neighborhood which features front Council (CNC) so they could Charlestown and few knew that this,” he said. a tremendous amount of glass on doors to the sidewalk facing the disperse it to the community – as was a stipulation of that program. “It will be a gateway into the higher floors facing the Cam- larger boulevard-style roadway. they did with mitigation money “As part of the Compact Living bridge side. He said the building “We really want to put front from Spaulding for the last several Policy, all residential at the build- Charlestown,” he continued. “I and the upgrades to the Mall will doors on Austin Street, and we years. ing will not be allowed to get res- really think this is going to be the bridge the gap between the world have four units that do that,” said She and others, including Toby idential parking stickers and the primary entrance into the Town. of cars and the world of pedestri- Manfredi. Goldstein, had questions about the parking will be unbundled from The question becomes what can be ans and make this area of Charles- As part of the mitigation, NED parking situation. They were wor- the rent to discourage residents one to create more of a boulevard town more pedestrian-friendly. proposes to make a $600,000 ried that even though the develop- from owning cars,” said Risa Mey- feel down Austin Street.” “This is right in the middle repair to a major water and sewer ment is prime territory for public ers of NED. The next meeting for the Mall between that part of Charlestown line under their property. They transit and Transit Oriented Devel- Said Twohig, “Most people project is a general neighborhood that is very auto dependent and also intend to revamp the Main opment, many might have cars and don’t want to do that, but if we meeting online on March 10 via that part of it that is very pedestri- Street side of the Mall, fix the want to park them on the street. believe in what we’re preaching Zoom at 6 p.m.

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only other vessel with a similar struction units, and aboard select By Mike Manning – Chair, crew composition was the USS PC US Coast Guard cutters. It was Friends of the Boston Harborwalk 1264 - a submarine chaser. These not until June of 1942 when this were the only two US warships in policy became official. Incredibly, The USS Mason, an Evarts- the entirety of World War II naval it took nearly two additional years class destroyer escort, was ordered operations to have predominantly before any US Navy warship was by the US Navy in early 1943. Her African-American crews. assigned Black crewmen beyond keel was laid down on October In the early 1900s, Black sailors roles as messmen or stewards. 14. Mason was launched off were confined to roles as mess- USS Mason was commis- Boston Navy Yard (Charlestown) men, stewards, barbers, and labor- sioned on a snowy March day Shipways within a month, com- ers. After the Japanese attack in 1944, under the command pleted at Pier 8, and commissioned on Pearl Harbor, the National of Lieutenant Commander on March 20, 1944. As the name Images courtesy of National Archives and Record Administration - Association for the Advancement William M. Blackford, a descen- implies, destroyer escorts were Still Pictures Division of Colored People (NAACP) dant of abolitionist Mary B. M. designed to escort trans-Atlan- petitioned President Roosevelt Blackford of Virginia. (Mary B. tic convoys supplying the Allied to expand the roles of African- M. Blackford (1802 - 1896), a the next eighteen months, the men trans-Atlantic crossings. nations - Great Britain and the American sailors on-board war- native of Fredericksburg, Virginia served competently in the final In one incredibly monotonous Soviet Union - with essential war ships. Along with the passionate was a staunch abolitionist. Her stages of the Battle of the Atlantic and stressful crossing, Mason materiel. These were extremely advocacy and public prodding of anti-slavery work began in 1829 guarding and guiding convey ves- escorted Convoy NY-119 from hazardous voyages for the con- First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, the and included the funding of a girls’ sels in the midst of lone German South Brooklyn, New York to voys as they were susceptible to president ordered naval leaders to academy in Liberia in 1837 as part U-boats or in some instances wolf- Falmouth in Great Britain. The German Navy (Kriegsmarine) accommodate more Black seamen of the controversial Colonization packs. (Wolfpacks were groups of convoy was made up of 14 civil- U-boat attacks throughout the aboard fleet vessels. However, the Movement). Affectionately German U-boats designed to inter- ian merchant ships, four Navy entire journey. Additionally, on Navy Department initially resist- known by the crew as “Big Bill”, cept and attack Atlantic convoys). the approaches to the European ed this order citing potential lack Blackford steadfastly defended Mason escorted six convoys in (USS MASON Pg. 15) mainland, the convoys were also of efficiency and order aboard his men from the naval establish- preyed upon by German Air Force warships. Eventually, a compro- ment’s low expectations, includ- (Luftwaffe) attack aircraft. mise was reached, where African- ing the derisive name “Eleanor’s Escort vessels, in order to American sailors were assigned Folly” because of the First Lady’s protect the convoys and them- duty at shore commands, aboard desegregation efforts. selves, carried a formidable coastal defense vessels, with con- Despite this denigration, over array of anti-submarine sonars, anti-aircraft radars, and weapons. Weapons included cannon and guns of various calibers, depth charges, and hedgehogs. 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By Seth Daniel This week, the Boston Plan- Isaza-Figueroa, Joanne Massaro, and said she is excited at the pro- and she said she hopes the City ning and Development Agency Ryan McCarthy, James Donovan, cess, but feels development is rush- will impose a moratorium on Some 26 people have been cho- (BPDA) announced 26 members Nico Skiadas, Paul Sullivan, Steph- ing ahead of the plan. all Article 80 projects in order sen for the long-awaited PLAN and booked the Feb. 24 meeting anie Ward, Brian Callahan, Mary “In a more rational world, to let the plan and the Advisory Charlestown Advisory Group, to start that part of the neighbor- Chippa, Sarah Coughlin, Karie planning would precede develop- which began meeting last night, hood planning process. A PLAN Everett, Anda French, Julie Hall, ment,” she said. “But we seem to Group work without distraction. Feb. 24, beyond newspaper dead- Charlestown general meeting will Nancy Johnson, Lisa McGoff Col- be doing it backwards in Charles- “Allowing development to con- lines. be coming up in March, with an lins, Zaire Richardson, Phil Smith, town. While I’m glad the planning tinue before planning is complete The Advisory Group had been eye towards addressing major Karson Tager, and Amanda Zettel. process has begun, I’m concerned will likely box us in,” she said. rolled out more than a year ago planning for Rutherford Avenue Some members did comment allowing development to rush “Project by project planning as when PLAN Charlestown kicked and Sullivan Square. That looks prior to the meeting about their ahead will make the plan moot. As we are doing now sets precedents off in the packed gym of the War- to be a focal point of the overall expectations and about being cho- a community we have much work like height and density without the ren Prescott January 2020 – a time planning process from the BPDA’s sen for the long-term process. to do, and a lot of ground to that seems like another world and perspective as it represents on of “I think the PLAN for Charles- cover. We need to look at public benefit of considering the broader in another life, but was only a the few parts of Charlestown that town is long overdue as develop- as well as private parcels to deter- context that a robust and thought- short 12 months ago. could be radically changed over ment has been piecemeal for far mine what should be allowed to be ful planning process could. The After many COVID-19 delays, the next decade. too long,” said Brennan. “It will built on them.” City can help by imposing a mor- PLAN Charlestown’s process was The members of the Advisory be interesting to see what initia- Beyond that, she said there will atorium on any projects that trig- renewed last summer and fall on Group include: tives and opportunities present also be a robust discussion about ger Article 80, even if the review Zoom and has had online meet- Melissa (Doherty) Brennan, themselves through these discus- whether or not to extend Urban ings since. The Advisory Group, Chris Kushcel, Amber Christof- sions.” Renewal in the Town. process has begun. PLAN Charles- however, has been longer in the ferson, Elaine Donovan, Shannon Massaro has been a very vocal Finally, she said piecemeal town could serve this role if it’s making. Fitzgerald, Tina Goodnow, Intiya participant in the meetings to date, development sets precedent, allowed to proceed first.”

For Record WARREN PRESCOTT This matter was sponsored by CMA SCHOLARSHIP sions from existing large buildings. will have more P-EBT funds for this SCHOOL DATES Councilor Lydia Edwards and was The Charlestown Mothers Asso- Retrofitting these buildings - a key school year. If you received P-EBT •March 10 - Site Council Meeting referred to the Committee on Janu- ciation is pleased to offer up to strategy to lowering emissions - can funds in the past, look for funds to ary 27, 2021. $13,000 in college scholarships, to improve energy efficiency, lower be allocated the last week of Decem- From the Feb. 24 License Board men and women who have been energy costs, enhance the health of ber. New to P-EBT? You will get a meeting, 1 p.m., online: From the March 2, 3 p.m., residents of Charlestown for at least our residents, create construction P-EBT card in January or check your CT Eatery, LLC; D/B/A: Trades- COMMITTEE ON HOUSING five years, and will be attending col- and energy jobs, and protect our cli- existing EBT card for funds. Learn man Charlestown: 50 HOOD AND COMMUNITY DEVELOP- lege full-time this fall. The amount mate. We are hosting an open house more at www.MAp-EBT.org or PARK Dr. Has applied for a Com- MENT HEARING: The amount of each scholarship awarded will be to present the draft policy, recap the call the Assistance Line at 877-382- mon Victualler 7 Day All Alcohol- of Twenty Million Six Hundred determined by the CMA Scholar- process that informed its design, and 2363. ic Beverages License. In one large Seventy Thousand Eight Hundred ship Committee. Last year, CMA give our community members an room on ground floor with multi- Ten Dollars ($20,670,810.00) in awarded eight scholarships. Copies opportunity to provide feedback. REPORTING WORKPLACE ple seating areas and bar, kitchen, the form of a grant for the Emer- of the application are available at Date: Tuesday, February 23 SAFETY CONCERNS restrooms and storage in rear (5,535 gency Rental Assistance, awarded the “Scholarship” tab on the CMA Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m. sf total), with seasonal outdoor by the United States Department of website, www.charlestownmoth- Link: Register here Workers in any size organiza- patio on private property (April the Treasury to be administered by ersassociation.org. The completed Interpretation and translation tion have options if they feel they November) along Hood Park Drive the Department of Neighborhood application is due by April 23, 2021. services are available to you at are being pressured into an unsafe and Rutherford Avenue. Manag- Development. The grant will fund no cost. If you need them, please situation. Attorney General Maura er: MEVZAD DURAKOVIC. Clos- assistance to household that are SCHOOL MEAL SUPER contact katherine.eshel@bos- Healey has created resources for ing Time: 1 a.m. unable to pay rent and utilities due SITES/CHARLESTOWN ton.gov or call 617-635-4946 by workers to report safety concerns to the COVID-19 pandemic. Every Monday and Thursday Wednesday, February 17. during reopening. They include an From the Feb. 25 Public Improve- This matter is sponsored by the from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. online form at the Attorney Gen- ment Commission hearing, 10 a.m., Mayor and was referred to the Com- •Edwards Middle School - 28 SCHOOLS INFO eral’s website and a dedicated Fair online: mittee on Housing and Community Walker St. •School Return Timetables – Labor hotline at 617-727-3465. •284 Bunker Hill Street, Wall Development on February3, 2021. •Harvard/Kent Elementary - 50 March 1-4 – Students in K0-Grade People can also find those resources Street; Charlestown – Specific Bunker Hill St. 3 (Groups A and B); March 15-18 – by calling 311. Repairs – On a petition by Lion From the March 4, noon, CITY Students in Grades 4-8 (Groups A & House Condominium Trust COUNCIL COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY MEETING, B); and March 29-April 1 – Students HOW TO REPORT A GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS 229-231 BUNKER HILL ST in grades 9-12 (Groups A & B). PROBLEM PROPERTY From the Feb. 25, 10 a.m., CITY HEARING: Order regarding a text There will be a community meet- •BPS Priority Registration – Pri- Since taking office in 2014, AND NEIGHBORHOOD SER- amendment for Boston Zoning ing to discuss an application for a ority registration for school year Mayor Walsh has made fixing qual- VICES HEARING: Code relative to affordable housing new All-Alcoholic Beverage license 2021-22 began on Jan. 5 for students ity of life issues a priority in his Order for a hearing to discuss the and jobs training exactions. This for a new restaurant - currently entering grades K0, K1, 6th, 7th and administration. From investing in proliferation of electronic billboards matter was sponsored by Councilor titled Monument Diner. Please Note: 9th grades. Assignment notifications Public Works to making sure com- in the City of Boston. This matter is Lydia Edwards and was referred to This license application is a separate are on March 31. Students entering munity policing is a staple in every sponsored by Councilors Ed Flynn the Committee on January 27, 2021. proposal from the current ZBA pro- K2 and all other grades have priority neighborhood, we are making sure and Councilor Michael Flaherty and posal for this property. registration on Feb. 8 and ends on every neighborhood is clean, safe was referred to the Committee on Boston Public Schools Budget When: Thursday, February 25th April 5. Assignment notifications for City and Neighborhood Services on meetings: 2021, 6:00pm those grades is on May 28. There are and a great place to live and work October 21, 2020. •Tuesday, March 9, 5 p.m., Where: Virtual Meeting Link: bit. informational Zoom sessions about in. Unfortunately some properties in Zoom, Budget hearing – review of ly/3qitzOb. Or call in at registration on Sat., Feb. 27, at 10 Boston need more help than others, From the Feb. 26, 2 p.m., CITY central budgets. 1-408-418-9388: Access Code: a.m. BPS Welcome Centers are tem- and that’s why we are here. If you COUNCIL COMMITTEE ON •Wednesday, March 17, 5 p.m., 179 089 4325 porarily closed to the public, but know of a property that fits one of GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS Zoom, Finance Team Addresses registration can be done online and the following criteria: multiple calls HEARING: An ordinance extending questions. EMISSIONS PERFOMANCE via phone. Call (617) 635-9010 to to 911, one that’s blighted or just a and enhancing protections for ten •Wednesday, March 24, Zoom, OPEN HOUSE schedule a phone appointment with general concern, we encourage you ants facing displacement by condo- School Committee budget vote. The City of Boston is developing a specialist. to reach out to your neighborhood minium or cooperative conversion. a new policy to curb carbon emis- •P-EBT Cards - All BPS students liaison. February 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 15

USS MASON (from pg. 13) vessels, and a small flotilla of tered a fierce storm with torrential tugboat-towed barges. The aver- rain and mountainous waves. The age speed was a meager 5 knots force of the gale was so powerful (approximately 6 miles per hour) that the Mason’s steel decking for nearly the entire duration of split. In the midst of the storm, the voyage. Compounding this with heaving 50 foot high seas, low speed, the convoy encoun- two damage control crew mem-

Scholarship (from pg. 1)

ar are available online or can be Quinn was tasked with leading his picked up at the Charlestown infantry unit on a reconnaissance Public Library, the Charlestown mission to seek a water supply and Boys & Girls Club Teen Center, identify enemy troop movement. and the Charlestown High School Stealthily executing their directive, Images courtesy of National Archives and Record Administration - Still Pictures Division Guidance Office. The application Quinn and his troops happened USS Mason deadline is April 15, 2021. The upon a large invading enemy force scholarship includes $12,000 for heading in the direction of “H the first year of college and $6,000 Company.” Realizing that the only bers welded a seam between the recommendation from Navy Charlestown Navy Yard (summer for the second year and the criteria way to alert his fellow marines cracked steel plates and made a Secretary John Dalton. of 2021). includes promise of academic suc- of the dire situation was to draw critical and durable repair. Despite her crew’s heroic con- There are two books and a cess, substantial athletic achieve- fire on his position, Quinn dis- Despite the storm and the sub- tributions to the overall war effort documentary film about the USS ment, responsible citizenship and patched members of his unit back sequent damage, she was able to being ignored or completely for- Mason: financial need. For any questions to “H Company” and engaged lead the battered convoy to the gotten, the war service record •Proudly We Served: The Men about the scholarship, please con- the enemy. While that fateful deci- port of Falmouth. Incredibly, of the Mason did contribute to of the USS Mason (1999) by Mary tact Ronan FitzPatrick at 617-242- sion resulted in Lt. Michael Quinn Mason immediately set back out new opportunities for African- Pat Kelly 5493. making the “ultimate sacrifice,” to the Atlantic to search for a few Americans in the post-war Navy. •Onboard the USS Mason: strays that could not keep up with Eventually, the US armed forc- Noted for his academic and ath- it also prevented the loss of many The World War II Diary of James the main body of the convoy. She es were formally desegregated Dunn (1996) by James Dunn letic achievement, Michael Quinn lives. He was recognized for his was accompanied by two British in 1948 with an executive order •Proud: Produced (2004) by accomplished so much in his 23 bravery and awarded a Bronze vessels - HMS Rochester and from President Harry S. Truman. ThEntertainment based upon the years. He was a product of his Star and Purple Heart and is hon- HMS Saladin. Not far into the For more about USS Mason, Mary Pat Kelly book Charlestown upbringing where ored on Panel 18W, Row 8 of the westward voyage, the British ships stop by the interpretive sign along looking out for your neighbor, Vietnam Veterans Memorial in signaled that they were returning the Charlestown Harborwalk, at respecting elders, hard work and Washington D.C. “having your friend’s back” were to port due to the deteriorating ingrained in him at an early age. weather conditions. However, Michael graduated from Boston Mason continued alone in a fruit- Latin High School and the Col- less search for any stragglers. • Revere • Everett • Winthrop • Lynn • East Boston • Chelsea • Charlestown lege of the Holy Cross where he Following this particular convoy achieved Hall of Fame status at mission, Lieutenant Commander Lynn both schools as a two-sport (foot- Blackford made an official request Independent Newspaper Group ball and hockey) Scholar Athlete. for a commendation for his crew. REaL EstatE Sales • Rentals After graduating from college, Additionally, the Commodore of rEvErE Call: Convoy NY-119, Alfred Lind, was EvErEtt 781-485-0588 Land • Commercial Michael attended Officer Training RECRuItmENt ChELsEa Fax: Academy in Quantico, Virginia so impressed with the Mason’s Professional • Medical CharLEstoWn Winthrop 781-485-1403 and finished first in his class. He performance during the Atlantic- General • Services East Classified Boston Classified crossing; he recommended that was commissioned a second lieu- 7 Communities More Than 100,000 Readers Each Week • Auto Sales • Yard Sales tenant in the U.S. Marine Corps in the Navy place a letter of com- • Miscellaneous 1968, assigned to “H” Company, mendation in the files of every 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Division crewman aboard. The Navy did APARTMENT FOR RENT and deployed to Vietnam. not act on either officer’s request AUGUST 29, 1969: As the “H for 51 years. Finally, in 1995, WINTHROP - Ft. Heath Apts. - Revere - Washington Ave line ads, deadlines are Company” platoon leaders hud- at the Washington, D.C. Navy Ocean View newly remodeled 2 bdr, 2nd Monday by 4 p.m. Call dled in the darkness of the Quang Memorial, the few remaining 1 BR apt. in mod. shoreline floor, 781-485-0588 Nam Province in South Vietnam, survivors of the Mason’s crew bldg. W/D hookup, gas heat, or fax the ad to 781- Lt. Michael P. Quinn. U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Michael received their official letters of Non-smoking/no pets. Steps minutes form Boston, 1 block 485-1403 to beach, minutes to Boston. to public transportation. Pool, billiards, exercise $1,650/month BUSINESS DIRECTORY facility, lounge, pkg. 978-751-0531 Heat & HW incl. 617-846- ———————————— HELP WANTED 7300 Debra. Everett ek For Hir ———————————— beautiful and spacious two Grocery Shoppers needed e consultant ava e Ryan JOHN J. RECCA immediately part-time in Gmputer ilable fo East Boston, 1 bdrm near level 3 bedroom apartment Co home or business. r Masonry PAINTING Piers Park, w/d, d/d, wide with space for a home office. Revere, Chelsea, Everett, ServiceS include: Interior/Exterior Winthrop, Somerville, Chimneys • Fireplaces pine floors, updated kitchen, Located close to shopping Commercial/Residential Cambridge. Driver’s license, • PC support & networking of all types with Cellar Floors • Restoration deck, partial water views, and bus line. Newer kitchen focus on secure Internet access (wired & wireless), car and phone required. French Drains • Repointing Fully Insured no pets, $1650, avl 3/1 appliances and washer and • broadband router & firewall technology, Quality Work (617)568-9626. dryer on premises. Please $32 per delivery. Call • virus detection/prevention, 508-643-4090;3 or info@ • spam control & data security/recovery. Free Estimates, Lic. & Ins. Reasonable Rates ———————————— email joanned_02149@ scanpersonalservices.com Free Estimates APT FOR RENT yahoo.com for inquiries. Local References 617-241-9664 [email protected] COVID CLEANED ———————————— 617-515-2933 Phil - 617-230-3490 781-241-2454 AVAILABLE NOW DEADLINES: For classified PAGE 16 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE February 25, 2021

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