January 14, 2021 BOOK YOUR POST IT Call Your Advertising Rep TThehe BBeeaconacon HHillill TTimesimes (781)485-0588 THERE ARE NO TIMES LIKE THESE TIMES Walsh’s job performance Savenor’s GM claims top spot on season finale of ‘Chopped’ already garnering praise By Dan Murphy It could almost be described as a fairy tale come true for Christo- By Dan Murphy pher Walker. After delivering what was his The general manager of both final State of the City address on the Charles Street and Cambridge Tuesday night, Mayor Martin J. locations of Savenor’s Market, Walsh is stepping down after seven Walker won first prize on the Dec. years as the city’s political leader, 8 season finale of the Food Net- and his performance on the job is work’s hit series “Chopped,” and already receiving a largely laudato- is using his $25,000 winnings to ry response. save his grandmother’s Dorchester “I think he will be remembered home, where he grew up, along overall positively,” Rep. Jay Liv- with members of four generations ingstone said of Mayor Walsh. on his mother’s side of the family. “[On Beacon Hill,] he’ll gener- Chef Walker was crowned the ally be remembered for working “bacon champion” on the Nov. Christopher Walker, who won with the business community and COURTESY PHOTO 8 season opener, landing him a first-place prize on the season fina- the neighborhood associations to Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh. spot on the “Comfort Food Fina- le of the Food Network’s hit series “Chopped,” and is general manag- achieve the best results.” le,” which pitted him against Chef er of both the Charles Street and Upon entering office, however, “But at the end of the day, he the number of people suggesting Stacy Mokes of Talula’s of Asbury Cambridge locations of Savenor’s Mayor Walsh initially found him- listened to the neighborhood’s that he enter the race to fill Mayor (Walker, Pg. 5) Market. self at odds with the Beacon Hill concerns and took them into Walsh’s seat has been flattering, he community, which hadn’t largely account,” Rep. Livingstone said, flatly insists he isn’t interested in supported him in the election, Rep. “and we were able to reach a res- the job. Livingstone said, over the installa- olution that satisfied everyone’s “A diverse, talented group of State Bond Bill could mean reconfiguration of tion of ADA-accessible curb-cuts expectations.” Charles Circle and expansion of Esplanade on streets in that neighborhood. While Rep. Livingstone said (Walsh Pg. 6) By Dan Murphy sion of the Esplanade in decades, and at the same time, increasing Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner A reconfigured Charles Cir- public safety and traffic patterns cle and the first expansion of on that roadway,” Sen. DiDome- Thank you to our members and have already made two deliveries wrote: “Thank you, and everyone the Charles River Esplanade in nico said. “It’s going be a tremen- Beacon Hill neighbors! to both Bay Cove Human Ser- at the Beacon Hill Civic Associa- decades came one step closer to dous benefit for the people of that Thank you for your abundant vices and the Old West Church. tion, for your generous donation reality last week when Massachu- neighborhood and people traveling donations to our Winter Clothing David Hirschberg, Vice Presi- drive efforts this season. The setts lawmakers passed a $17 bil- in that neighborhood. Now, we Drive, which ends this Friday. We dent of Development at Bay Cove many items, such as new socks, lion, 10-year State Transportation need to just to get work to begin hats, thermal underwear, that Bond, which, thanks to language and focus on getting shovels in the your group has donated to Bay drafted by Sen. Sal DiDomenico ground and getting [the project] Cove Human Services are greatly and Rep. Jay Livingstone, allocates moving so we can see the benefits appreciated by clients and staff. $108 million for the relocation of a for that community.” At Bay Cove, our vision is full, portion of Storrow Drive. In 2004, legislation drafted by rich lives for people facing the Sen. DiDomenico and Rep. Rep. Livingstone passed became greatest challenges. We provide Livingstone have proposed mov- law that authorized Massachusetts services to some of the most vul- ing a portion of the roadway and Ear and Ear Infirmary to enter into nerable people in our community: its Charles Circle access ramps a long-term agreement with the children and adults with develop- and consolidating the westbound state to lease two surface parking mental disabilities; people facing and eastbound lanes from under lots located within the Esplanade. addictions; people working to two to under one archway of the At that time, the hospital planned recover from mental illness; and Longfellow Bridge; this could not to build a garage beneath the par- people determined to live inde- only facilitate the flow of traffic on cels, converting the existing lots to pendently, despite the challenges Cambridge Street, but also result landscaped parkland at the street associated with aging. We are in an increase of three acres of level, as well as to add approxi- grateful to have your support in new greenspace on the Esplanade mately 240,000 square feet, or 15 this effort.” between the bridge and the Charles new floors, to its campus. River. (BHCA Pg. 3) “This is funding largest expan- Some of the donated items for the BHCA Winter Clothing Drive. (Bond Bill, Pg. 8)

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WE MUST NEVER FORGET THE LEGACY OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.

As we were watching on TV the dramatic events unfold in Washing- ton last week when the Trump Mob stormed the Capitol, threatening the lives of the Vice President, members of Congress, and the police who tried to hold them back (and actually murdering one of the members of the Capitol Police), the image of a gathering 58 years earlier in August, 1963, illuminated our mind’s eye. We are referring to the March on Washington, when more than 250,000 Americans from all across the country gathered at the Lincoln Memorial on a steamy summer day to demand “jobs and freedom,” an event that was climaxed by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s immortal “I Have a Dream” speech. The March on Washington was famous not only for Dr. King’s iconic words, but also because the unprecedented mass gathering of Americans was completely peaceful. Pundits and others had predicted rioting, but there were no arrests, no incidents, no violence -- a stark contrast to the events of last Wednesday perpetrated by Trump’s Mob. The March on Washington and Dr. King’s subsequent peaceful pro- tests galvanized support for the goals of “jobs and freedom,” eventually resulting in laws such as the Voting Rights Act and the Civil Rights Act that ended segregation in the South and discrimination in the North. We would note that even the best efforts of a revered figure such as Dr. King could not stem the tide of violent rioting that marked the 1960s, Guest Op-Ed most notably Watts in 1965, Detroit in 1967, and Chicago in 1968. Yet Dr. King’s legacy of peaceful protest is what endures today. Please, stop the violence For those of us old enough to remember the 1960s, it’s hard to believe that it has been almost 53 years since Dr. King was assassinated while Dr. Glenn Mollette bat if it can be avoided. This act of criminal stupidity did he was standing on a balcony in a motel room in Memphis. Dr. King Violence like we saw last week nothing to advance or help Presi- Acts of violence against a mar- was in Memphis to show his solidarity with striking city trash collection at the United States Capitol was dent Trump. If they had stopped riage partner have never saved criminal. It helped no one. It in front of the Capitol and given workers. a marriage. Violent acts toward solved nothing. Everyone who speeches, yelled, screamed, waved Every school child for the past generation knows well the story of Dr. family members have never made traveled to hear President Trump their signs throughout the day and Martin Luther King. But an elementary school textbook cannot truly a family happier. Typically, they speak should have bought a nice then gone home the results would convey the extent to which he brought about real change in our country. create emotional and sometimes dinner in D.C. and then traveled have been better. Terrorism never physical wounds that are never To anyone under the age of 50, Dr. King is just another historical figure. back to their families. Unlawfully produces positive results. Destruc- forgotten. Too many families have entering the Capitol was wrong tion of the property of others and But for those of us who can recall the 1960s, a time when racial segre- suffered because someone in the and was carried out in a violent the terrorism of people are savage gation was lawful throughout half of our country and a stealthy racism family became violent. criminal way. People were killed. and criminal. prevailed throughout the other half, Martin Luther King stands out as Violence in our communities Offices were torn apart and doors This same kind of unnecessary one of the great leaders in American history, a man whose stirring words and towns always results in pain, broken down. Staffers were ter- violence was seen in many of our division and sometimes even loss and perseverance to his cause changed forever the historical trajectory of rified for their lives. This should cities last summer. I traveled to of life. Violence typically brings never have happened. Many of Cleveland, Ohio after a march had race relations in America, a subject that some historians refer to as the the wrong people together to do these criminals will eventually be Original Sin of the American experience. bad things. No community, city or arrested and spend time in jail. (Op-Ed Pg. 3) However, as much as things have changed for the better in the past 53 state needs this. years in terms of racial equality in our society, the events of last Wednes- In times of war or enemy aggression against our United day also made it clear that we still have a long way to go before it can States, violence has been neces- be said, as Dr. King put it in his speech at the Lincoln Memorial in 1963: sary. Acts of war have never been THE BEACON HILL TIMES “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation pleasant. They result in the loss of where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the con- life and horrific debilitation of so President/Editor: Stephen Quigley tent of their character.” many people physically and men- Marketing Director: Debra DiGregorio tally. Most Americans do not want ([email protected]) “What would Dr. Martin Luther King do if he were alive today?” we Art Director: Scott Yates to be at war with anyone. Founding Publisher: Karen Cord Taylor often ask ourselves. We can’t say for sure, but we do know that although In years past, we have had to King accomplished much in his lifetime, he would be the first to under- protect our country against those stand that the work for which he gave his life still is far from done. who sought to harm us. The Sec- Dr. King advocated for non-violent protest and he practiced what he ond Amendment gives Americans © 2007 Independent Newspaper Group the right to bear arms and pro- preached. That’s a lesson that must be re-learned by each succeeding Phone: 617-523-9490 • Fax: 781-485-1403 tect ourselves. We are grateful generation. We can only hope that his spirit and courage can continue for our military but we pray for Email: [email protected] to inspire this and future generations to bring about a world in which all peace. 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Letters to the Editor BHCA (from pg. 1) The BHCA thanks YOU for BOS:311 LET IT SNOW which affects us all: homeless peo- and also raised from local busi- your continued generosity of 311 is an easy to remember tele- To the Editor, ple who sleep outside as well as the nesses. clothing items to help our neigh- phone number that will connect With the strict pandemic rules many residents and tourists who Other cities have responded bors in need. you with the City’s Constituent on travel over the Holidays, I enjoy these beautiful parks. Many to the bathroom crisis. Cam- Join us! Service Center. The center is open have had more time to walk our homeless people formerly used the bridge has public bathrooms in If you haven’t yet become a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 16-year-old dog, Angus, around bathrooms at the Copley Library, Harvard Square and in Central member of the BHCA, we invite 365 days a year. It is the best way our city neighborhood. I like our now closed since last March. Square. Why can’t Boston just you to join. If you have called our to report an issue that the City night walk the most. It is harder Hotels won’t let non-guests use the get the bathrooms it already has office for assistance with an issue, should resolve. to see the litter that adorns the facilities. Burger King on Tremont open longer hours and/or put up you will know that we are a valu- 311 provides access to all sidewalks and curbsides. The only Street won’t even let customers use some porta potties and supervise able resource for our neighbors. non-emergency City services. You time our neighbor looks clean, if their bathrooms. Currently there them? For about $1500 a month Your input in quality of life issues can call 311 from any telephone, not pristine, is after a heavy snow- is no place for them to go since so five porta-potties and a hand san- on the Hill is important to us, and or you can call directly to 617-635- if only for a short time. many places are closed because of itation station can be rented and we rely on you to bring your com- 4500. You can also connect with In many countries, people have the virus. installed with weekly maintenance ments and concerns to our atten- 311 by downloading the mobile tion. By joining our membership, more respect for their neighbor- We do not need to re-invent included. San Francisco has 24 app, or by submitting a request you strengthen our numbers and hoods. Fines are stiff. Residents the wheel. I think there are some supervised San Francisco Pit Stop or concern online at https://www. simple solutions. There already stations, most of which are open add credibility to our purpose as and store owners are required to cityofboston.gov/311/. The mobile are some great bathrooms on the 24/7. Why does Boston continue advocates for Beacon Hill. Most keep their frontage clean. app allows you to easily send a Common: at The Frog Pond and to ignore the problem? If there is importantly, you join a communi- Let it snow all winter. And photo of the problem you are at the Visitors Information Cen- a big event, like the Boston Mar- ty of residents and businesses who shoveling is good exercise (if you reporting. You can even Tweet @ ter. However, the City of Boston athon, there’s no problem having want to preserve this special neigh- are in shape). BOS311. Tris Dammin doesn’t manage them. The Frog porta-potties at Copley. But now borhood. Please visit bhcivic.org or Pond bathrooms are managed by with everything shut because of the call the office to become a member. We recommend that our neigh- the Skating Club of Boston and are virus and with the need for public Contractor and Moving Permits bors use this service whenever open currently from 10 to 4 Sat- bathrooms greater than ever, the Please contact the BHCA if you they have a question or concern to BATHROOMS VERY urday through Thursday and from city of Boston has its head in the are aware of any contractor park- which the City can respond. NEEDED IN 10 to 5 on Fridays. I think the Frog sand and ignores the problem. ing abuse. We will investigate. Upcoming BHCA Meetings PUBLIC PARKS Pond bathrooms could stay open Bathrooms are a necessity in Also, if you see paper permits (virtual): To the Editor, all night. Or even at the least they public spaces. Simply put: The city on trees or gas lamp poles issued Architecture Committee – We cannot deny that bathrooms could be open the hours that the can and should collaborate with by the City of Boston for mov- Monday, January 18th* are necessary for a basic human Common is open to the pubic – the Skating Club and the Great- ing or construction vehicles that Events Committee – Tuesday, need. This need for bathrooms in which are 6 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. er Boston Convention Bureau so are EXPIRED, please feel free to January 26th * public space is denied now more The Visitors Information Center they can extend their hours and remove and discard them. Every *email [email protected] for than ever. I am not alone in this on the Common next to Tremont hire the staff needed to maintain little bit helps!AoU-NE_W181590_BWH-MGH-BMC_Diversityjoining Newspaper instructions. Ad_3.998w x 5h_Greyscale_WCROP_Print_V2_072320_HF.pdf 1 7/27/20 1:34 PM concern. I am a volunteer with Street also has great bathrooms. It and supervise these bathrooms. Or Common Cathedral and Common is managed by the Greater Boston install some porta-potties which Art. I have heard from many home- Convention and Visitors Bureau, can be supervised and used in a less people about the difficulty and but sadly their bathrooms are now safe and clean manner. This is not often the impossibility of finding closed until further notice. They impossible given the combined an open public bathroom on the had to furlough some employees resources of the city, the Skating Common and at Copley Square. I as a result of the pandemic. Club and the Greater Boston Busi- have also heard about the horrible I am sure that if the Skating ness and Convention Bureau. A indignities they suffer when they Club and the Greater Boston Con- workable solution must be found can’t find a bathroom, indignities vention and Visitors Bureau had and implemented as soon as pos- which no human should have to more funding they could be able sible to have bathrooms on the suffer. I cannot ignore this and I to be open longer hours. The extra Common and at Copley Square beg you not to ignore it. staffing needed to supervise and 24/7. All people should be able to This lack of accessible, safe, maintain these bathrooms could take care of a basic body function Why have some communities not be quickly hired. I believe money and keep their dignity. C clean bathrooms continues to be been a part of medical research? a serious public health problem can be found in the city’s budget Maria TerminiM

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By Lauren Bennett no, and immigrant communities, to more than 1,000 families at risk remained in place since March, as He mentioned many new invest- inequities in health, housing, and for homelessness. well as climate work. He said that ments, such as historic investments Mayor Martin Walsh delivered work opportunities caused more “We may be hurting, but the he “made sure that Boston never in parks, libraries, a brand new fire what was probably his final State illness and job loss,” Walsh said. state of our city is resilient; the strayer from the Paris agreement— station in Roxbury, the renovation of the City address virtually on “Older Bostonians and those with state of our city is united; the state even when the White House did.” of Boston City Hall plaza, and January 12 from the new Rox- disabilities face the highest risk of our city is hopeful; and the state Boston has already issued its many others. bury branch of the Boston Public and the most isolation. Most stu- of our city is deep-down Boston first Green Bonds, which will fund “I believe in Boston,” Walsh Library. dents have been out of classrooms strong,” Walsh said. projects related to energy efficien- said. “This is the city that wel- Last week, President-elect Joe since March, and families have Looking forward, Walsh said cy, and Community Choice elec- comed my immigrant parents. This Biden nominated Walsh for Labor struggled with childcare.” that “there will be more hard deci- tricity will become a reality next is the city that picked me up when Secretary, and on Tuesday night, Walsh honored the 1,060 Bos- sions to make,” but everyone must month. I needed a second chance. This Walsh told Bostonians that he has ton residents who have lost their keep playing their part by wear- Walsh also spoke about racial is the city where I fought side by accepted the position. The posi- lives to the virus, and praised those ing masks and following all other equality in the city. “The urgency side with you for marriage equal- tion still needs confirmation from who stepped up to help during the guidelines to help stop the spread of our work has never been more ity, immigrant rights, addiction the United States Senate, but if that crisis, including EMTs, doctors, of the virus. The city will contin- clear,” he said. “Last summer, treatment, criminal justice reform, happens, Walsh will step down nurses, firefighters, police officers, ue to provide free COVID testing, George Floyd’s murder sparked education funding, and good mid- and City Council President Kim and more. Walsh said, as well as access to the a long-overdue reckoning with dle-class jobs.” Janey will become acting mayor. “As mayor, I made decisions I vaccine once it becomes available racism. I thank Black Bostonians He said that as part oof the “2020 was a tough year. 2021 never thought I’d have to make: to for more and more people. for the way you made your voices Biden Administration, he “will is a year for healing,” Walsh said close schools; pause construction; Earlier this week, BPS heard. And I thank everyone who work to make sure it’s the best fed- in his speech, which, at times, turn our convention center into a announced a new plan for reopen- joined the movement — Black, eral partner Boston and America’s became emotional as he teared up field hospital; and cancel the Bos- ing school safely for hybrid learn- white, Latino, Asian, and indige- cities ever had.” speaking of his life in Boston and ton Marathon for the first time in ing, and Walsh said the distribu- nous peoples standing together.” He continued, “the truth is, I’m his seven years as the city’s mayor. its history,” Walsh said. tion of food, laptops, clothing, and He said that he has “listened not going to Washington alone. In his 2020 address, the mayor He also spoke of other achieve- housing supports will be expand- to those who have been there to I’m bringing Boston with me. This made promises to the city regard- ments in 2020, including the cre- ed. tell their stories and speak their city is not just my hometown, it’s ing affordable housing, education, ation of a Health Inequities Task “We’ve been hit hard by the truth,” from Black youth on his my heart.” He mentioned many transportation and more, but the Force and the Boston Resiliency COVID recession,” Walsh said. team to leaders, clergy, and activ- people who have helped and guid- COVID-19 pandemic came out of Fund, the distribution of more “For seven years, we built one of ists. “They described lifelong anx- ed him over the years, including left field last March and shifted the than six million meals to Boston the most dynamic and resilient iety around being pre-judged and his parents, teachers, priests, the way the Walsh administration had residents, providing 40,000 lap- economies in the world.” denied opportunities,” Walsh said. kids he coached in Little League, to think about the city. tops to Boston Public Schools He said that jobs can be brought “I heard grief, not just over lives those he met in recovery, his col- “COVID has affected all of us, (BPS) students, and the distribu- back to every neighborhood as lost -- but over children’s futures leagues at the State House, and but there’s no doubt, it hit some tion of permanent rental vouchers part of economic recovery in the limited.” other elected officials he current- harder than others. In Black, Lati- city. Last year, Walsh declared rac- ly serves alongside, among many Walsh also provided a special ism a public health crisis, allocated others. Let’s message to the city’s small business millions of dollars into youth and “Seven years ago, at my first do you have Make owners. “You are the soul of our other programs, and “we enacted inauguration, I said “I will listen, 2021 a economy, and you sacrificed so historic police reforms, with Black I will learn, I will lead. We are Better much for the safety of our city,” he ad Brown Bostonians leading the sworn in together and we are in Year! said. “I will never forget it.” work,” he said. The city is now in this together – all of us.” I meant He added that $26 million has search of a Chief of Equity to lead it. Every minute of every day in been provided to almost 4,000 the work. this job, I spent listening to you, 2021 small businesses so far, and small He said that though he is talking with you, working with vision2020for your business business will be “at the center of “proud of the work we’ve done you and working for you. I will our recovery,” he said. in Boston,” he added that “doing never forget it, and I will forever Your Year Walsh also said that construc- better than before isn’t enough,” be grateful.” Your Cost tion on new affordable homes will and systemic racism needs to be Walsh finished his speech by 1 continue, as Boston has “stayed addressed on all levels in the city. saying that Boston still has “tough Option JOIN THE INDEPENDENT 2021 AD CAMPAIGN the national leader in subsidized, “No city is better prepared than days ahead of us. 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By Seth Daniel ers.” it’s the best federal partner Boston will be the first union member Walsh. He noted that the Free Labor and America’s cities ever had. The to serve in this role in nearly 50 “IBEW Local 103 has seen President-elect Joe Biden has Standards Act didn’t say one could truth is, I’m not going to Wash- years, and his leadership will come firsthand that Marty Walsh is a called on Mayor Martin Walsh only have unions, but said unions ington alone. I’m bringing Boston at a critical time for the labor champion for all working peo- to join his Cabinet and lead his should be encouraged. Some of the with me. This city is not just my movement. There is much work ple,” said Business Manager Lou incoming Labor Department – and issues Biden identified for Walsh hometown, it’s my heart. It’s my to do to clean up the backwards, Antonellis. “We share his values Walsh has answered the call for his to work on was a $15 minimum mother and father at the kitchen anti-worker policies of the Trump that every worker deserves access long-time ally and friend. wage, pension protection, worker table on Taft Street in Dorchester, administration that have hurt so to great training, great careers, and Rumors had been swirling all safety, wage theft, union partic- talking about helping people…In many here in our city, and Boston a chance at the American dream. last week, particularly in the State ipation in trade policy and paid the end, I carry with me the people needs a partner to fight for work- As an organizer, legislator, and House, about Walsh’s impending family leave. In a bit of a surprise, of Boston, from every neighbor- ing families at the federal level.” Mayor, Marty Walsh has demon- departure – which most thought Biden said he gave “serious con- hood: every child who shared a The other announced mayor- strated his profound commitment would be announced last Wednes- sideration” to putting Sen. Bernie dream with me; every senior who al candidate, District 4 Council- to making stronger communities day. National events at the U.S. Sanders into the position, but the shared a memory; every business or Andrea Campbell – a former and safer workplaces.” Capitol seemed to postpone that, two decided it would be best for owner who welcomed me in; every Council President – also issued a The state AFL-CIO also com- and on Tuesday it was first offi- Sanders to remain in the Demo- nonprofit or community leader I statement Thursday afternoon. mended the pick, noting they have cially reported by Politico.com. cratically-controlled Senate. He worked with; and everyone watch- “Congratulations to Mayor worked closely with Walsh and On Friday, Biden held a television would be the first union member ing right now who cares about Walsh on his nomination as Sec- believe he will be a great Secretary press conference to make the offi- to serve as Secretary of Labor. He their family and the future of this retary of Labor - a fitting role for of Labor. cial announcement would need to be confirmed by the city.” someone who has spent his entire “Marty Walsh is a champion “I am nominating a good friend U.S. Senate It wrapped up a surprising few career fighting for working people of working people and is a perfect and a stand-up guy – Marty Walsh “This is one of the most import- days in City politics where many in and out of public service,” she pick to lead the Department of of Boston,” said Biden on Friday. ant departments to me,” said loyal Walsh supporters felt there said. “The realities of deep division Labor,” said Massachusetts AFL- “The son of Irish immigrants, his Biden. “I trust Mayor Walsh and I was no way he was going to leave in our country and city have never CIO President Steven A. Tolman. only downside is they’re not from am honored he accepted.” for Washington, D.C., though oth- been more clear than they have “From my time working side by Mayo, they’re from Galway. They Walsh spoke during the press ers – primarily in the State House this year - amidst a pandemic and side with Marty Walsh both in left Galway and moved to Bos- conference also, but his most – felt it was an absolute given. yesterday’s domestic attack on our the legislature and as the President ton. Marty was born and raised in poignant comments came during The news first came on Thursday democracy. For Boston, there’s so of the Massachusetts AFL-CIO, I Dorchester. People who know him Tuesday’s State of the City Address around 1:30 p.m. when Politico. much at stake in 2021 as we look have seen the unmatched level of know he’s tough as nails…He’s in – where he often got emotional at com broke the official news. to recover from this pandemic care and passion he brings to fight- his second term a successful time the parts where he spoke about However, Councilor Michelle and reimagine what our city can ing for working people every day. as mayor of the iconic city of Bos- leaving his hometown and his job Wu – who is running for mayor – be without persistent inequities. I His service and record as a dedi- ton and always puts working peo- as mayor, which he has called his enjoyed breaking the news some- know Mayor Walsh will be a part- cated labor leader, legislator, and ple first…Marty understands that “dream job.” what before it became official in ner in that work in this new role.” Mayor of Boston provides over- the middle-class built this country He told the online audience issuing a statement shortly after Others that had been suggested whelming evidence that he will be and unions built the middle class. Tuesday that he had accepted the the Politico story. That, of course, alongside Walsh were Congress- a terrific Secretary of Labor.” He sees how union workers have job of Labor Secretary and was is something the mayor did for man Andy Levin of Michigan, for- There haven’t yet been any held this country together in cri- just waiting for Senate confirma- her last fall when he “outed” her mer Deputy Labor Secretary Seth announcements as to when confir- sis…They are literally keeping this tion. mayoral campaign to The Bos- Harris, California Labor Secretary mation hearings would begin, but country going and they deserve a “In eight days, we’ll have friends ton Globe before she officially Julie Su and AFL-CIO Chief Econ- certainly they would be after the Secretary of Labor who knows and allies in the White House who announced it. omist Bill Spriggs, according to the Jan. 21 Inauguration Day, though how to build their power of work- believe in cities and share our val- “Congratulations to Mayor Politico.com report and other pre- many believe confirmation could ers. He knows that when I say our ues,” he said, beginning to choke Marty Walsh on his nomination vious media reports. come quickly with the U.S. Senate future is built in America, it will be up. “As a member of that Admin- as Labor Secretary for the Biden Local trade unions immediately soon being controlled by the Dem- a future built by American work- istration, I will work to make sure Administration,” said Wu. “He gave their support to Biden picking ocratic Party.

Walker (from pg. 1)

Park, N.J.; Chef Dan Rassi of prising ingredients left over from boar bacon provided, embellishing er” (a quadruple bacon cheese- our industries and reminding peo- Wicked Fresh Craft Burgers and kitchen prep-work that restaurants it with potato and smattering of burger with cinnamon rolls instead ple to support small businesses, Fire by Wicked Fresh, both of commonly provide to their on-du- green pickle. of burger buns); wild Maine blue- and that’s want it really boils down North Conway N.H.; and Chef ty servers and staff, and which they Once again, Walker drew inspi- berries; mango ketchup; and mac- to.” Serita Ekya of S’MAC of New eat together “family style.” ration from his family recipes and-cheese candy canes, and Walk- (And apparently the feeling was York City, who were the season’s The ingredients given to the for the mac-and-cheese – a com- er made ice cream from yogurt, mutual, since Rassi told a reporter respective top-prize winners in the contestants for this round included fort-food staple that his grand- bourbon and lemon as part of his for the Conway (N.H.) Daily Sun pizza, burger and mac-and-cheese pizza pot pie, red sorrel, grape jelly mother taught his mother to make dessert. last month, after hearing Walker’s categories. and hot butt cappy, and Walker in the home, where she, too, grew “Some people think you’re crazy plans for the award money, that Every episode this season was gave it his own personalized twist up. for making ice cream because so Rassi would’ve shared his win- filmed in August in Hidden Pond, by adding red wine vinegar and “I’ve worked in kitchens all many things can go wrong,” said nings with Walker had Rassi won Maine, just outside Kennebunk- veal demi to make a hearty soup, over the world,” said Walker, who Walker, who previously hadn’t instead.) port, and pitted four trained chefs which, he said, was inspired large- gave his dish an extra kick by using made the frozen confection in 10 For Walker, the money means against each other as they impro- ly by some of the dishes cooked in pickled collard greens, which he years. his grandmother can stay in the vised an appetizer, an entrée and his childhood home. called a “staple of soul food,” in Despite the spirited competition home she and Walker’s grandfa- dessert using “mystery boxes” “In my family’s kitchen, they the pizza cocktail, “but it all start- between the contestants, Walker ther bought and raised their family, consisting of often-unusual ingre- were always making soup,” he ed off in my grandmother’s kitch- said he developed a genuine sense and where five of Walker’s nieces dients while incorporating an said. en.” of camaraderie with them, which and nephews were living at the overarching general theme into the For his main course, which he For dessert, Walker used the he likened to the same sense of time of the finale’s filming. meal. One contestant is eliminat- dubbed “Sunday Dinner,” and allotted half hour to make his togetherness he has felt working as “It’s been phenomenal, and it’s ed after each round until a finalist which one of the judges called “Grandmothers’ Cornbread,” part of a professional kitchen staff. nice to know that the light at the emerges after dessert (and who “pure comfort joy,” Walker made which he attributed to his mater- “I really have such great respect end of the tunnel is here,” said ultimately goes on to compete in mac-and-cheese with bourbon, nal and paternal grandmothers, for the people I competed with, Walker, adding that after the pan- the season finale). heavy cream and cheddar. He put who both hail from Georgia, and especially the people in the finals,” demic hit, the family barely had In the 20-minute first round of the dish together within the allot- who each have their own recipe for Walker said. “They were incred- enough to cover essentials and the finale, Walker made an appe- ted half-hour timeframe from the the dish. ible people, and they were very were in grave danger of losing tizer he called “The Family Meal,” mac-and-cheese stuffed turkey, col- The ingredients provided for kind. We had great camaraderie… their home. “My grandmother is in reference to the dishes com- lard greens, pizza cocktail and wild this round included a “cinnaburg- because we were all showcasing happy, and that’s always great.” PAGE 6 THE BEACON HILL TIMES January 14, 2021

From the Governor’s Desk Walsh (from pg. 1) individuals have declared or seem also been “impressed with Mayor like they’re ready to declare their Walsh’s commitment to afford- candidacies,” Rep. Livingstone able housing and his attempt to said. “Boston seem like it will have create affordable housing in all a great choice to replace Mayor neighborhoods in the city, and of Walsh, and I look forward to course, the long-term project that learning about those candidates as will continue long after he goes to the race develops.” Washington.” City Councilor Kenzie Bok, Whitney said that he looks who also said she has no intention forward to the Beacon Hill Civic of running for mayor and remains Association joining with the West committed to her work in District End Civic Association and the 8, wrote: “I think one of Mayor Neighborhood Association of the Walsh’s greatest legacies in the Back Bay again to sponsor a may- district will be the Community oral candidates forum in the com- Preservation Act. His support was ing months. crucial to its passage, and when Sharon Durkan, who chairs you think about its three pillars the Boston Ward 5 Democrats, — historical preservation, parks, praised President-elect Joe Biden and affordable housing — those for his choice of Walsh as Secre- are three very important priorities tary of Labor, where, she said, for our district. In fact, it’s really Walsh “will get the chance to con- the first city historical preservation tinue his legacy of commitment to money to be made available. I’ve workers and working families on seen so many great CPA projects the national level.” get funded in our neighborhoods Added Durkan: “Mayor Walsh already, and I think the program has led Boston during the big- Gov. Charles Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito joined legislators and public safety officials to participate has been set up well—so that’s gest national public health crisis in a ceremonial signing the Patient First Health Care and Police Reform bills. definitely a legacy for the Mayor in history. The last [seven] years, to be proud of.” we have seen some great techno- Rob Whitney, chair of the Bea- The legislation will create a Health and Human Services Mary- logical improvements from City GOV. BAKER con Hill Civic Association board SIGNS POLICE mandatory certification process for lou Sudders to participate in a cer- Hall including the innovation of police officers, increases account- emonial signing of S.2984, An Act of directors, said, “As president REFORM BILL and now chair of the Civic Asso- Boston 311, which better enabled ability and transparency in law Promoting a Resilient Health Care residents for support in non-emer- Gov. Charles Baker and Lt. enforcement and gives police System That Puts Patients First. ciation, I had a lot of interaction Governor Karyn Polito joined leg- through Mayor Walsh’s senior gency issues. These improvements departments a greater ability to hire Baker and Polito were also will better enable the next Mayor islators and public safety officials or promote only qualified appli- joined by Sen. Cindy Friedman, staff, including Chris Osgood [the to participate in a ceremonial sign- Mayor’s chief of streets, transpor- to build on accessibility and trans- cants. The new law also identifies Sen. Julian Cyr, and Senate Minori- parency at City Hall. We’ve seen ing of S.2963, An Act Relative to the general circumstances under ty Leader Bruce Tarr to participate tation and sanitation] and Chris an increasingly empowered coun- Justice, Equity and Accountability which police officers can use physi- in the ceremonial signing. Baker Cook [commissioner of the Boston cil, and I anticipate the collabo- in Law Enforcement in the Com- cal force, and places strict limits on also acknowledged the work of Parks Department] that was really ration will continue with the next monwealth. the use of so-called ‘no-knock war- Speaker of the House Ronald positive, working with our neigh- Mayor’s administration.” Baker and Polito were also rants.’ In addition, the legislation Mariano, Senate President Karen borhood on issues that are import- Looking ahead to Boston’s next joined by Senate President Karen requires law enforcement to seek Spilka, and other legislators for ant to residents.” Spilka, Speaker of the House a court order when conducting a their work in advancing this com- Whitney praised Osgood, under mayoral election, Durkan wrote, Ronald Mariano, Sen. William facial recognition search except in prehensive health care legislation. Mayor Walsh’s leadership, in par- “This is bound to be an exciting Brownsberger, Sen. Sonia Chang- emergency situations. The new law increases insurance ticular for his work implementing year of conversation about Bos- Díaz, Rep. Claire Cronin, Rep. coverage for telehealth services, the agreement that the Civic Asso- ton’s future, and the Mayor we Russell Holmes, Rep. Chynah GOV. BAKER HOLDS expands the scope of practice for ciation now has with the city for want to see take us into our ‘new Tyler, MA Chiefs of Police Asso- BILL SIGNING FOR nurse practitioners, other special- upgrading sidewalk intersections normal.’ With a record number ciation President Ed Dunne, and ized nurses, and optometrists, and “Mayor Walsh has been very of women and people of color former MA Association of Minori- PATIENT FIRST HEALTH CARE BILL takes steps to protect consumers good, and especially [Osgood] and expected to run, this could be the ty Law Enforcement Officers Presi- from surprise medical bills. Rec- his staff, at creating more accessi- most diverse slate of candidates in Gov. Charles Baker and Lt. Gov. dent Larry Ellison to participate in ognizing the continuing impacts of bility on Beacon Hill for the pres- Boston’s history. Voters are look- Karyn Polito joined Secretary of the ceremonial signing. COVID-19, the law also extends ent and into the future,” Whitney ing for a leader who can bring us requirements for all insurance said. together in the midst of these pre- carriers in Massachusetts to cover Moreover, Whitney said he has carious and challenging times.” COVID-19 testing and treatment. In addition, the legislation takes several steps to increase Mass- Health member access to urgent care sites, including eliminating WantWant Neighborhood Neighborhood NewsNews referral requirements before urgent care visits and requirements for delivereddelivered right right to to your your hands?hands? care coordination with the mem- ber’s primary care physician.

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By Dan Murphy the first really active community in the neighborhood.” Belefanti Instead of letting the pandem- said. “Then we’ll move onto the ic slow them down, the West immigrant period when we sort of End Museum is using this year’s transition into a more stable sec- downtime to not only reinvent its ond-generation neighborhood.” Lomasney Way space, but also to From African American sol- reimagine “The Last Tenement,” diers in the Continental Army who its longtime permanent exhibit. fought in the Battle of Bunker Hill “We’re totally redesigning the through to the Siege of Yorktown space,” said Sebastian Belfanti, in the Civil War to Annie Londen- the museum’s director, “and we’re berry, a Baltic immigrant who grew looking at [the renovation work up in the West End tenements to and the installation of the re-con- become regarded as the “world’s ceptualized exhibit] as one thing.” first international sports star” after “The Last Tenement,” which riding her bike around the world, documents the history of the West the exhibit will also celebrate some End during the immigrant era of the neighborhood’s notable but from 1850 to 1958, was originally neglected figures. installed in 1992 at the Old State “There are so many really fasci- House by the Bostonian Society nating stories of people who’ve his- through a grant by the National torically been ignored,” Belefanti Endowment for the Humanities said, “and we want to make sure before it was permanently relo- we’re telling their stories.” cated to the West End Museum in The new exhibit will also dive 2006. into how Urban Renewal trans- “The current exhibit served us formed the West End, Belefanti A conceptual sketch by Sebastian Belfanti, the West End Museum’s director, of the mural planned for the well for a long time, but it’s starting added, and had the unfortunate redesigned museum. to feel dated, so we really wanted consequence of displacing many of ships would commonly salute each “It’s just to add to museum’s had no rotating exhibits then so it to bring it into the 21st century,” the neighborhood’s longtime resi- other in Morse code with the mes- image and be something special allowed us time to really get this Belfanti said. “We wanted to give dents in the late 1950s. that reflects what the place is, and moving. It’s a silver lining in [an it a clearer focus and also [look at] “Since we’re the West End sage, “how are things in Scollay what we’re all about,” Belefanti unfortunate] situation.” the community in the West End Museum, we’ll look at Urban Square?,” Belefanti said, in refer- changing from 1775 to today… Renewal and its effects on the ence to the famous eatery, which said of the planned mural, which The Exhibit Committee, and we want to really emphasize neighborhood, and how it shaped served its last hot dog at the Scollay will also feature a map showing including Belfanti, Board Presi- and tell the stories of the super the modern city, and, more impor- Square location in June of 1963. how the shoreline and streets have dent Duane Lucia, Board member diverse neighborhood that the tantly, how that story is relevant Visitors to the new museum will changed over time. Lois Ascher, and volunteer Philip West End was from 1901 to about to everyone who comes into the also find a new welcoming center, The current permanent exhibit MacLeod, began meeting weekly 1950.” museum today,” Belefanti said. which encompasses the gift store, space is set to become the muse- last March to develop the plan and While all the ephemera previ- Besides the revamped main Belefanti said, and as they proceed um’s Program Gallery, which will the museum’s board approved the ously displayed on the walls will be exhibit, the museum will also to the introduction area for the accommodate community events initial concept in November. put in storage, some artifacts, like feature a rotating “Immersion “Last Tenement” exhibit, they will and serve as a research area, while As it stands, the remodeled the vintage milk crates and sewing Room,” which will recreate a room then gaze upon a mural that fills an temporary walls and removable West End Museum, along with its machine, will remain, Belefanti or storefront as it was found in the entire wall with individual panels panels would allow for smaller, revamped “Last Tenement” exhib- said, and other items, long gather- neighborhood before the 1950s. comprising portraits and life sto- rotating exhibits there. it, is expected to reopen in early ing mothballs, will also return. First up is a recreation of Joe & ries of some of the West End’s one- Meanwhile, this ambitious ‘22. As the new exhibit will show, Nemo, a no-frills dining spot that time residents, such as Leonard undertaking can ultimately be “Obviously, it’s a big project,” the West End was home to the opened in the former location of Nimoy, the actor who famously chalked up to the museum mak- Belefanti said. “We’re hoping that city’s biggest African American a barbershop on Stoddard Street portrayed Mr. Spock on TV’s “Star ing the most of its time during the I’ll happen probably in about a population throughout much of in 1909, and whose signature Trek,” and Charles Bulfinch, wide- ongoing public-health crisis. year, and it’ll happen gradually.” the 19th century. hot dogs gained global acclaim: ly regarded as the first professional “We took the pandemic as an Visit thewestendmuseum.org to “It started with them - they were During World War II, U.S. Navy architect in the U.S. opportunity,” Belefanti said. “We lean more.

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By John Lynds until January 27. The infection rate in Beacon Hill “This is an effort to slow the and surrounding neighborhoods Last week the cumulative spread to protect hospital capacity increased 8.4 percent in one week COVID-19 positive test rate in and avoid a more severe shutdown according to the latest city statis- Beacon Hill and the surrounding later on,” said Walsh. “This is not tics. neighborhoods as well as the week- about targeting specific sectors The BPHC data released last ly positive test rate rose slightly. as the cause of viral spread, but Friday showed Beacon Hill, Back According to the latest data instead, an effort to reduce overall Bay, North End, West End and released by the Boston Public activity happening outside people’s Downtown had an infection rate Health Commission (BPHC) last homes.” of 349 cases per 10,000 residents, Friday, overall 39,263 Beacon Hill, Boston’s Office of Economic up from 321.9 cases per 10,000 Back Bay, North End, West End Development has been reaching residents. and Downtown residents have out to different sectors to let them One hundred fifty-one addi- been tested for COVID-19 and know about the extensions and tional residents became infected the data shows that 4.8 percent answer any questions. with the virus last week and the of those tested were COVID pos- To find a complete list of indus- total number of cases in the area itive--a 4..3 percent increase from tries and activities that will remain increased from 1,794 cases to the 4.6 percent two weeks ago. closed, and those that are allowed 1,945 cases as of last Friday. Last week 3,288 residents were to stay open, visit Boston.gov/ The statistics released by tested and 3.8 were positive--a Reopening. the BPHC as part of its weekly 5.5 percent increase from the 3.6 Walsh said in another three COVID19 report breaks down reported two Fridays ago. weeks, the City will re-evaluate the the number of cases and infection Citywide, 33,903 residents were situation. rates in each neighborhood. It also tested and 8.9 percent were found “If the metrics have moved in breaks down the number of cases to be COVID positive last week. the right direction we’ll lift these by age, gender and race. At a press briefing last week restrictions,” said Walsh. “If the Citywide positive cases of Mayor Martin Walsh reminded metrics get worse, we’ll have to put coronavirus increased 7.3 percent residents about extending Bos- in place more restrictions.” percent last week and went from ton’s temporary pause on reopen- However, he added he is hope- 42,195 cases to 45,206 confirmed ing, Last Tuesday the Mayor ful that he will be able to lift these cases in a week. Thirty-five more announced that he would extend restrictions, but he is taking a cau- Boston residents died from the On Friday the BPHC released its weekly COVID-19 stats by neighbor- the pause on Phase 3 of reopening tious approach and doing what he virus and there are now 1,060 total hood that tracks infection rates and COVID testing results in Boston for at least another three weeks, feels is right for Boston. deaths in the city from COVID. neighborhoods. Legislature closes out session by passing Boncore’s bills

In the final session of the 191st the wide variety of infrastructure prior to its sale or foreclosure. prise” billing, requires insurance The climate change legislation General Court last Tuesday eve- projects, the bond bill addresses On Tuesday, the Legislature also coverage of PANS/PANDAS, and also codifies environmental justice ning, a number of bills and policies equity in public transit by requir- passed a $627 million economic updates scope of practice for nurs- communities and includes unique championed by Senator Boncore ing a low-income fare program, development bond bill to support es, optometrists, and pharmacists. plans to improve economic, envi- passed the Massachusetts State modernizes the transportation housing, climate resiliency, stu- To address climate change, the ronmental, and public health Senate and House of Representa- network fee structure, and decrim- dent loan borrowers, minority and Legislature passed An Act Creat- impacts in these communities. tives. Critical legislation, ranging inalizes fare evasion on MBTA women-owned businesses, broad- ing a Next-Generation Roadmap Additionally, the Legislature from transportation and housing service. band infrastructure, and provides for Massachusetts Climate Policy. supported environmental protec- to economic development and A number of bills to expand over $102 million for local eco- The omnibus bill includes mea- tion by passing legislation requir- environmental protection, passed housing access and affordability, nomic development initiatives sures to limit statewide greenhouse ing public awareness for sewage in the final days of the legislative initially filed by Senator Boncore, across the Commonwealth. gas emissions, increase renewable pollution in public waters and session. passed the Legislature this week. The economic development energy sources including wind and creating a Massachusetts Healthy “Throughout this session, and Among these housing policies are: bond bill also includes $20 million solar, address natural gas safety, Soils Program and Fund to provide especially over the past few weeks, • The HOMES Act; to cre- in grants to restaurants impacted and create benchmarks for the expertise in healthy soil practices. the policies passed by the Senate ate a process for sealing eviction by COVID-19, and establishes a adoption of electric vehicles and These bills are now before the represent our collective commit- records, protect minors from 15% cap on third-party delivery vehicle charging stations. Governor. ment to improving the lives of resi- being named in eviction cases and fees during the COVID-19 state dents across the Commonwealth,” expunge the names of minors from of emergency and protects delivery said Senator Joe Boncore (D-Win- existing eviction records. drivers from facing rate cuts. throp). “Our path to both health • Legislation to guarantee an The craft brewers legislation, and economic recovery from the elected tenant representative on designed to protect the econom- Bond Bill (from pg. 1) COVID-19 will be shaped by these local housing authority boards. ic viability of local and emerging policies; ranging from sealing evic- • Zoning reform to help cities craft breweries filed by Senator Although Partners HealthCare Livingstone and Sen. DiDomenico tion records and expanding health and towns approve smart growth Boncore, passed the Legislature acquired Mass Eye and Ear nearly for something that has been a pri- insurance coverage, to improving zoning and affordable housing by on Tuesday. The bill supports eco- three years ago, Rep. Livingstone ority of the Esplanade Association our public transit system and sup- lowering the required vote thresh- nomic development by allowing said, “We understand they’re still since the ‘Esplanade 2020’ report porting local restaurants. As we old for a range of housing-related craft brewers greater flexibility in interested in proceeding, and if came out in 2012,” said Michael begin this new legislative session, zoning changes from a twothirds ending contracts with distributors. realized, it would be the largest Nichols, executive director of the expansion of the Esplanade in I will continue to support policies supermajority to a simple majority. Healthcare, focused on recover- Esplanade Association – the non- decades.” that guarantee equity and justice.” • Policy to expand housing ing from the COVID-19 pandemic profit that works in partnership Boncore, who serves as the Sen- access by creating new require- and the health system broadly, has The idea of reconfiguring Charles Circle to gain addition- with the Department of Conser- ate Chair of the Joint Committee ments for transit-oriented develop- remained a priority for the Legis- vation and Recreation to maintain on Transportation, led efforts to ment and multi-family housing. lature this session. The healthcare al parkland had previously been proposed as part of Esplanade the park. “It will be a transforma- pass the transportation bond bill; • A local option for a tenant’s legislation passed in December tive improvement to the experience a $16.5 billion investment to mod- right of first refusal, by which ten- requires insurance parity between 2020 – the Esplanade Association’s of park visitors from Beacon Hill ernize the Commonwealth’s trans- ants occupying a residential prop- in-person and telehealth services, long-term plan for enhancing and through the West End on that sec- portation system. In addition to erty may purchase said property addresses out-of-network “sur- restoring the park. “We’re so appreciative to Rep. tion of the Esplanade.” January 14, 2021 THE BEACON HILL TIMES PAGE 9 Attention to Detail Real Estate Transfers By Penny Cherubino BUYER 1BUYER 1 SELLER 1 ADDRESS PRICE THIS WEEK'S ANSWER

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BEACON HILL 43 Anderson Street LLC Nancy Macmillan 43 Anderson St #1 $765,000 Sullivan, Kevin Iranmanesh, Nacim 10 Bowdoin St #204 $393,101 Doyno, David G Lawrence, Merloyd 102 Chestnut St $2,850,000 Vanreusel, Stephen W Burke, Timothy W 65 Mount Vernon St #4 $1,375,000 Jonathan Thomas LLC Alexander, Robert C 70-72 Mount Vernon St #1A27 $1,827,500 Austein-Miller, Geoffrey Marieb, Erica A 193 Saint Botolph St #4 $1,085,000

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Mctighe, Stephanie M Stein, Scott A 511 Columbus Ave #9 $1,018,000 The 1920s corner scene in the last clue is on the Little Building at 120 Boylston Street, which was designed by Clarence H. Blackall and built Schultz, Jessica G Goldberg, Amanda B 53 Dwight St #1 $2,295,000 in 1917. Author Anthony Sammarco wrote that it “... was advertised 40 Fay Owner LLC Mundys Asia Galleries 40 Fay St #112 $1,700,000 as a ‘City Under One Roof’ with offices, stores, shops, a post office, a restaurant, an Automat in the basement, a subway entrance, and corri- Holden-Smith, Damian Grape, Katherine H 10 Greenwich Park #1 $710,000 dors to nearby theaters.” The next clue is also from a historic photo. Do you have a favorite building or detail you would like featured? Send Schmahmann Realty LLC Christiana, Joseph 40 Hereford St #6 $1,525,000 an email to [email protected] with your suggestion. Scally, Michael G Carlo, Anthony J 406 Marlborough St #2 $1,525,000 Millard, Erin Pucci, Vincenzo 536 Massachusetts Ave #6 $852,500 THIS WEEK'S CLUE Seynsche, Bjoern P Battaglia, Robert B 105 Pembroke St #3 $1,260,000 123 Pembroke Dev LLC Stutzman, Byron W 123 Pembroke St $3,456,000 Brown, Jason M Mullins, Michael J 11 Union Park #1 $780,000 Hornbuckle, Evan K A Willmore 154 W Canton St $4,295,000 Cameron, Ryan Bommart, Karen S 6 Wellington St #2 $1,500,000

WATERFRONT/DOWNTOWN Byrnes, Mark J Mctighe, Stephanie M 134 Beach St #2B $769,000 Coffee Breeze LLC 402f Harrison Avenue LLC 40-44 Harrison Ave #2F $260,000 Hudson 99 RT Pui Leung Wong Inc 14-14A Hudson St $3,000,000 Hudson 99 RT Pui Leung Wong Inc 16 Hudson St $3,000,000 Roche NT J C Peterson 20 Rowes Wharf #409 $3,650,000 PAGE 10 THE BEACON HILL TIMES January 14, 2021 Nancy Bush Ellis, sister and aunt of Presidents CONSTRUCTION UPDATE and former Chestnut Street resident, dies at 94 North Washington Street Bridge construction look-ahead through Jan. 23 By Dan Murphy Audubon Society, and the NAACP who served as a U.S. Senator from Legal Defense Fund, among other Connecticut, the future Mrs. Ellis This is a brief overview of con- silt curtain, installation of drilled Nancy Bush Ellis, the sister of nonprofits. earned an undergraduate degree struction operations and impacts shafts, and cleaning of demoli- President George H.W. Bush and City Councilor Kenzie Bok said in English from Vassar College in for the North Washington Street tion site. In addition, sheeting and aunt of President George W. Bush, while she didn’t know Mrs. Ellis 1946 and married Alexander Ellis Bridge Replacement Project. bracing of cofferdams will con- as well as a former Chestnut Street personally, they both attended Jr., a decorated World War II com- MassDOT will provide additional tinue. resident for around 25 years, died Trinity Church, and during sever- bat veteran , that same year. notices as needed for high-im- on Jan. 10. She was 94. al services, she spotted Ms. Ellis, Mr. Ellis worked as an insur- pact work and changes to traf- WORK HOURS Mrs. Ellis, who succumbed to who was a “beloved parishioner,” ance executive, and the couple fic configurations beyond those •Most work will be done complications from the corona- sitting among the pews there. settled and raised a family in Con- described below. during the daytime (6:00 a.m. – virus in an assisted living facility “She was noted for being very cord before relocating to Lincoln. 6:00 p.m.) in Concord, broke the party line kind and having a wicked sense Mrs. Ellis moved to Beacon Hill VIBRATORY HAMMER from her famous Republican lin- of humor,” Councilor Bok said of 1n 1989 from Lincoln after her NOISE IMPACTS WORK THAT HAS BEEN eage by devoting herself to Demo- Mrs. Ellis. “The whole community husband, succumbed that year to •A vibratory hammer is being COMPLETED cratic causes. at the church and on Beacon Hill is pancreatic cancer. She later lived in used to install the five coffer- But despite her personal politi- going to miss her a lot.” Lincoln and also enjoyed spending •Prior to 1/10/21, crews con- dams which will be needed to tinued to demolish the existing cal affiliation, Mrs. Ellis also cam- Like Councilor Bok, State Rep. time on the family’s compound in build the piers of the new bridge. bridge. The bridge is fully demol- paigned tirelessly for her brother, Jay Livingstone had never person- Kennebunkport, Maine. Installation of each cofferdam ished and work on the cofferdam George H.W., when he announced ally met Mrs. Ellis, but was well Mrs. Ellis is survived by her takes about two weeks. is 75% complete. he was entering the Republican aware of what she achieved. sons Alexander Ellis, John Prescott •The project has positioned a primary for president in 1979, as “I never had the pleasure of Ellis and Josiah Wear Ellis, who combination of hanging sound well as for her nephew, George W., meeting her, but it’s a sad loss,” is president and chief executive of blankets and temporary barrier TRAVEL TIPS before he was elected to the White Rep. Livingstone said, “and I the Denver Broncos; a daughter, to minimize noise impacts from Westerly sidewalk, Lovejoy House in November of 2000, and appreciate her great involvement Nancy Walker Ellis Black; nine the vibratory hammer. These mea- Wharf stairs near Converse are both domestically and in Europe in local institutions, like the Bos- grandchildren; 11 great-grand- sures will be adjusted as needed open to the public with the opening for his successful reelection bid in ton Symphony Orchestra and children; and a brother, Jonathan and appropriate. of the temporary bridge, the adja- 2004.Say GOODBYE toUnited 2020 South Endand Settlements,” start Jamesthe Bush. New Year •Use of the vibratory hammer cent section of the Harborwalk Mrs. Ellis also volunteered Born on Feb. 4, 1926, in Green- A service to remember Mrs. began on 10/6. Work hours are passing under the bridge remains extensively with United South End wich, Conn., as the middle of Ellis in Lincoln will be announced during the day (7 a.m. – 3 p.m.) closed. Settlements, the Boston Symphony five children and the only daugh- after restrictions on public gather- The Tudor Wharf Walkway Orchestra, Kodaly Music Institute ter to Dorothy Walker Bush and ings have been eased, according to DESCRIPTION (under the bridge next to the in Somerville,WITH the Massachusetts A RATE THAT CAN’T BE BEAT! Prescott Sheldon Bush, a banker The Boston Globe. OF SCHEDULED WORK water in Paul Revere Park) will •Installation and curing of be intermittently closed for safe- south abutment approach haunch, ty during construction operations, stripping of north abutment, with access provided via the Water GET 12 WEEKS OF ONLY installation and maintenance of Street underpass. EYES ON YOUR AD $ SERVICE DIRECTORY PAGE 1 THE BOSTON S u N If you are looking to get in contact Julywith our 30, staff 2020 southbound on...washington? or any info related to the Boston Sun please call JOHN J. 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Robert Ciccolo comes BPS looks to hybrid, It’s been hot outside, but staying cool on the Comm Avefrom Mall a islong old Williamline of policeLloyd Garrison,officers who is com- 2-PAPER harlestownmemorated as one of many statues on the Mall. With temperaturesin his family, in but the that90s for didn’t several mean days this week, resi- c dents have flocked outside in the mornings and evenings to enjoy such scenes. PATRIOT-BRIDGE he knew he wanted to be a police in-person model for fall officer too. By Seth Daniel parents are comfortable sending In fact, the 37-year veteran said their children back to school in City Council holds hearing on police overtime For H JULY 30, 2020Stories from the Shipyard it took him awhile to decide his line ek i The Boston School Committee some fashion. PUBLISHED EVERY OTHER THURSDAY r ture and overtime.7thof work, whichHeaven was forcemented the reallocation after of $12 million e By Lauren Bennett e heard a plan from the adminis- “We’ve learned that many par- USS Constitution Committee Chairjoining Kenzie the BostonBok in Police police Cadetovertime. Bok said she er consultant availa tration of Boston Public Schools ents/guardians wish for their stu- In wake of video, Republican Candidate Campbell finds G put ble $ The City Council Committee assured the councilors and the believes it’s the Council’s “respon- f Mesueum talks dents to return to school this fall program in the 1980s. Now, he is Captain Robert Ciccolo. m or (BPS) for its proposed plans to on Ways and Means held a lengthy supporterspublic that inthese Democratic questions strongholdswill sibility” like to ensure Charlestown that the admin- o r bu in some capacity,” she wrote in the the new leader of the Charlestown C ome o siness. BUY 150 re-openCivil all schoolsWar shipsthis fall in a hearing on July 28 regarding Bos- be part of an extensive follow-up istration follows through and real- h hybrid, in-person model where letter. “Under current guidelines, and Downtown Police Area (A-15 choice,” he said. “I was a young ton Police Department (BPD) over- with the appropriateBy Seth Daniel departments. izes this savings. BPS will not be able to transport and A-1), coming from a supervi- man who wasn’t sure where I students would attend two days a time, after which many councilors The City Council voted to pass Councilor Andrea Campbell ADVERTISE IN By Michael Manning - Overseer - week in groups. hthe number e of students we have o r T hWhen soryRepublican role on theN Night Command d wanted to go. It wasn’t like all USS Constitution Museum h e still hado many questions r regarding T hthe proposed budget for FiscalN d T traditionally brought to and N from Congressional Candidate e Rayla Supt. Brenda CasselliusT told the N for e the North of the City – which my life I wanted to be a cop like ServiceS include: different aspects of the BPD struc- Year 2021 in June, which calls school on our school buses each (Police oveRtime, Pg. 9) CommitteeEMAIWhatL : and isDEB@THEBOSTONS the also best in aknown letter towarU N.COM- Campbell prayed includedfor an opportuWWW.NORTHENDREGIONA Charlestown.- LREVIEW.COM [email protected] Because of ther transportatione g i o N a l r r e v i e w parentsship thatdesigned surveys and and built commu in -the nity to run for office,“Policing she had nowasn’t always my first (CiCColo, Pg. 9) nityCharlestown meetings have Navy revealed Yard? most You’d idea just how elaborately – and PHOTOS BY D. MURPHY • PC support & networking of all types with (BPS Re-oPening, Pg. 4) Haddon Hall constructionat times hurtfully – that work prayer violates say,The well, Tadpole the USSPlayground, Constitution,BEAT which remains THE a SUMMERpopular destination HEAT for families from Boston and beyond.Being Safe and Feeling Safe of course. However, you’d be would be answered. THE TIMES. 3-PAPER Yet, that answeredCity prayer Council holds lengthy off by approximately 700 yards. zoning permit; raisesCapt. Ciccolo concerns new leader ofin downtown the Back police districtBay brought her to a home on Eden focus on secure Internet access (wired & wireless), The USS Constitution was built By Lauren Bennett some concerns about recent vio- community members were against in Edmund Hartt’s shipyard in Streetlations on at ByJulythe Seth site,22 Danielhearing forwhich a houseis in a this on proposal police as they did not feelovertime Boston’s North End, located at The renovation work at 29 party in her honor with a healthy GroundwaterCapt. Robert Conservation Ciccolo comes Over - this location was the best one for • broadband router & firewall technology, the present site of the United Commonwealth in the Back Bay, grouplay District of (GCOD).Charlestown resi- such a use. from a long line of police officersBy Lauren Bennett in police overtime. Bok said she Images courtesy of Hampton Roads Museum dents and movers-and-shakers Republican Congressional States Coast Guard facility on known as Haddon Hall, has been in hisIn family,2017, butthe thatproperty didn’t was mean sold The proposal wasbelieves eventually it’s the Council’s “respon- Commercial Street. 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He joined the recognizedCOVID-19 Representativeshutdowns while Aaron the vulnerable residents are kept safe (CiCColo Pg. 4) (Fight Pg. 3) tion rate in the North End two two weeks. rate of 91.7 cases per 10,000 Michlewitz for helping to establish during this pandemic,” said New weeks ago the infection rate here On Friday the BPHC released residents, up from 89.2 cases per the North End COVID-19 testing Health CEO James Luisi. has only risen 2.8 percent. its weekly COVID-19 stats by 10,000 residents two week ago. site in the neighborhood. He added, “We’ve opened this According to the latest data neighborhood that tracks infec- The number of confirmed cases Entrance to the testing site is site close to encourage residents released by the Boston Public tion rates and COVID testing from North Bennet Street. No of the North End to come and get Health Commission (BPHC) on results in Boston neighborhoods. (Update Pg. 5) access from Prince Street. tested.” Visit www.northendregional.com Email [email protected] or [email protected] or call 781-485-0588 for your Regional Review information January 14, 2021 THE BEACON HILL TIMES PAGE 11

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Reqs: heights of the pole structures range 1/14/21 Howell can be reached at (770) 02/20/2020 (30) days of the return day, action Must have Bach degree* (or for from 24 to 31 feet. The proposed BH 667-2040 x.405 or via email to pub- To all interested persons: may be taken without further notice equiv) in acct’ing, Finance or rel’d [email protected]. Comments A Petition for Formal Appointment to you. poles would be located at 3 Avery field; 1 yr exp as Auditor, Audit Mgr Street (42 21 11.9N, 71 03 45.7W), must be received within 30 days of Personal Representative has been UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UN- Off School Street (42 21 26.5N, 71 LEGAL NOTICE of the date of this notice. X0324, filed by James Macmillan of Charlot- DER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM or rel’d position which incl: plan, 03 30.4W), 1 Cambridge Street, (42 ExteNet Systems, Inc. proposes to X0325/KEB tesville, VA requesting that the Court PROBATE CODE (MUPC) execute, & manage fin stmts & ICFR 21 33.5N, 71 03 33.8W), 150-158 construct is proposing to construct 1/14/21 enter a formal Decree and Order and A Personal Representative appointed audits of public/priv compnys in Friend Street (42 21 47.3N, 71 03 two pole structures in Boston, Suffolk BH for such other relief as requested in under the MUPC in an unsupervised Healthcare, Advertising & Retail in the Petition. administration is not required to 35.3W), and 24 Beacon Street (42 County, Massachusetts. The overall accord w/IFRS & US GAAP; Audit 21 30.7N, 71 03 46.4W). ExteNet heights of the pole structures range The Petitioner requests that: James file an inventory or annual accounts Systems, Inc., invites comments from from 24 to 27 feet. The proposed LEGAL NOTICE Macmillan of Charlottesville, VA be with the Court. Persons interested public compnys & prepare client any interested party on the impact poles would be located at 62 COMMONWEALTH appointed as Personal Representa- in the estate are entitled to notice filings of Annual & Quarter Reports; the proposed undertakings may have Thirteenth Street (42.378062°, OF MASSACHUSETTS tive(s) of said estate to serve Without regarding the administration directly Lead audit engmnts focused on on any districts, sites, buildings, -71.052174°) and 147 Bay State Road THE TRIAL COURT Surety on the bond in an unsuper- from the Personal Representative and debt modification or vised administration. may petition the Court in any matter structures, or objects significant in (42.350344°, -71.099920°). ExteNet PROBATE AND extinguishment (ASC 470), revenue American history, archaeology, engi- Systems, Inc., invites comments from FAMILY COURT IMPORTANT NOTICE relating to the estate, including the neering, or culture that are listed or any interested party on the impact Suffolk Probate You have the right to obtain a copy of distribution of assets and expenses of recognition (ASC 605), stock comp determined eligible for listing in the the proposed undertakings may have And Family Court the Petition from the Petitioner or at administration. (ASC 718), auditing Prospective National Register of Historic Places on any districts, sites, buildings, 24 New Chardon St. the Court. You have a right to object WITNESS, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, First Financial Information (PFI); under National Historic Preservation structures, or objects significant in Boston, MA 02114 to this proceeding. To do so, you or Justice of this Court. Perform SOX testing per SOX – Sec your attorney must file a written ap- Date: January 05, 2021 Act Section 106. Comments pertaining American history, archaeology, engi- (617)788-8300 404, assess risk, idtfy internal specifically to historic resources may neering, or culture that are listed or CITATION ON pearance and objection at this Court Felix D. Arroyo be sent to Environmental Corporation determined eligible for listing in the PETITION FOR before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day Register of Probate controls & idtfy weakness and of America, ATTN: Annamarie Howell, National Register of Historic Places FORMAL of 02/16/2021. 1/14/21 modifications. 20% travel may be 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court, under National Historic Preservation ADJUDICATION This is NOT a hearing date, but a BH req’d. *In lieu of Bach plus 1 yr exp, Suite A, Alpharetta, GA 30004. Ms. Act Section 106. 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By John Lynds South Boston; at-large Boston sachusetts during the Presidential City Councilor Annissa Essabi Primary during her short-lived Following the announcement George; State Rep. Jon Santiago; bid for President. Once a polit- that Boston Mayor Martin Walsh and Boston Police Commission- ical powerhouse in Massachu- accepted President-Elect Joe er William Gross have all been setts and on the national stage, Biden’s nomination to serve as named as candidates that can Warren’s finish behind Presi- Secretary of Labor, City Coun- possibly make announcements dent-Elect Joe Biden and Sen. cilor Michelle Wu announced a this week.” Bernie Sanders during the prima- crucial endorsement from Sen. Launching her campaign ear- ry had political pundits wonder- Elizabeth Warren in her bid for ly has been tough for Wu. Tak- ing if there was a decrease in her Mayor of Boston. ing on an incumbent mayor and political clout. Wu was the first candidate to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis In her endorsement of Wu, announce she would run for may- made fundraising for her bid to Warren said she feels the young or. She was soon followed by fel- unseat Walsh a little rocky and councillor will make a difference The mayoral race in Boston is shaping up. City Councilor and mayoral low Councilor Andrea Campbell. the Councilor was not meeting in the lives of Boston residents. candidate Michelle Wu received an endorsement from Sen. Elizabeth Wu and Campbell made their fundraising goals over the sum- “When I first met Michelle Warren last week. announcements before Walsh’s mer according to emails her cam- as my student at Harvard Law, nomination to Biden’s cabinet paign sent to possible donors. I knew there was something who feel unseen and unheard. the importance of big, structural and the two candidates hoped to Now that Walsh is leaving, do- special about her,” said Warren. “As our country and our Com- change and her leadership will unseat the incumbent Walsh in nors may feel a little more com- “What I learned over time is monwealth face tough challeng- keep Boston moving forward. I November. fortable donating to Wu’s cam- that she is not just a woman full es — a pandemic burning out of am so glad to have the opportu- Now that Walsh will head to paign or the campaigns of other of good ideas and a passionate control, an economy that is being nity to endorse her for Mayor of Washington DC more candi- potential candidates. heart, she is a woman who gets squeezed to its breaking point, Boston. dates are lining up to take a shot It remains unclear what impact out and does the work that needs and profound racial injustice that In response to her endorse- at the mayoral seat. Once Walsh this or Warren’s endorsement of to be done to make a difference can no longer be denied — Bos- ment, Wu called Warren a cham- leaves, Council President Kim Wu will have on the outcome of in people’s lives. Michelle has tonians can count on Michelle’s pion of working families in the Janey will become acting may- what is sure to be a hotly contest- always been a fighter — as one bold, progressive leadership city. or and may become a contender. ed mayoral race. Warren finished of my students, as a Boston city to tackle our biggest challeng- “Senator Warren is a champi- State Senator Nick Collins from third in her home state of Mas- councilor, and now as a candi- es, such as recovering from the on for working families in Bos- date for Mayor. She is a mom, pandemic, dismantling system- ton and around the country, and ic racism, prioritizing housing is a personal hero and friend of Buy • Consign • enjoy a daughter of immigrants, and Sea Sales she knows first-hand the daily justice, revitalizing our trans- mine,” said Wu. “As we face challenges that so many of our portation infrastructure, and ad- some of our toughest challeng- BOSTON families face. I am honored to dressing the climate crisis,” said es as a city—the destruction Fine Estate Liquidation CONSIGNMENT call Michelle a dear friend and a Warren. “Boston must be a city of the pandemic, an economy partner.” of opportunity not just for some that leaves so many behind, and Furnishings From The FinesT homes Manchester-by-the-Sea Warren said over the past sev- of our children, but for all of our deeply rooted educational ineq- en years, Wu has carried her life children. Michelle will fight for uities and racial injustice— I am Bostonconsigns.com experiences to City Hall as a tire- a Boston that our families can profoundly grateful for Senator seasales.net less advocate for women, work- afford, fight for our kids, and Warren’s partnership and hon- 978 290 2336 978-969-1115 ing families, and communities fight for a system that works for ored to have her support.” [email protected] everyone. Michelle understands Beacon Hill dvertising Online A Expertise vailable is A ACTUAL Showcase Your Business, Open AD SIZE Rebecca Davis Tulman House, or More with an online ad! in pixels 617.510.5050 Clients and Customers W: 160px [email protected] are just a click away! H: 600px — $30000 per month per site — THE Becky’s expert market knowledge, sharp insight, negotiating skills, and in inches INDEPENDENT W: 2.2222” seamless communication are what make her nationally recognized real NEWSPAPERS H: 8.3333” estate leader. 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