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VOL. 86 NO. 151 $1.00 MONDAY,TUESDAY, JANUARY JUNE 27, 18,2017 2021 75VOL. cents 90 NO.14 Additional COVID test sites too costly for city that Westfield isn’t offering free resident test- Rouse cites multiple ing like Chicopee, West Springfield, or Springfield. On top of the price tag, he said free test sites that there is already a lot of free testing avail- able in the area, but not run by the City of By PETER CURRIER Westfield. Staff Writer “I’m sorry if you have to wait for two hours WESTFIELD — Health Director Joseph in line. I’m sorry you have to wait two days to Rouse and the Board of Health do not plan to schedule a test,” said Rouse, “I am not going create additional community COVID-19 test- to advocate for $50,000 a day to be spent.” ing sites in Westfield. Rouse and the board members agreed that During the remote Board of Health meeting the money would be better suited to be invest- Jan. 13, Rouse and the three board members ed in vaccine distribution locally. agreed that adding free mass testing sites for Board member Juanita Carnes said that she COVID-19 would carry far too large of a price thinks a lot of people are trying to get a tag. Rouse said that larger scale testing sites in COVID-19 test for the wrong reasons. She Westfield would cost upwards of $50,000 said there are people who are getting tested each day. not because they believe they could be sick, That money would have to come out of the but because they need a negative test result to $3.2 million in CARES Act funds received by travel or visit someone. the city. If all of the funds were dedicated to a “There are people who think they were A testing site for COVID-19 at 57 Union St. back in April. (PETER CURRIER PHOTO) mass testing site, it would be depleted in 2 exposed that day so they need a test today to months. prove you don’t have it,” said Carnes, adding “The communities giving testing for the Public Health Nurse Debra Mulvenna said they have been unable to get tested,” said that the incubation period for COVID-19 residents are not doing it for free,” said Rouse, that she is the person in the Health Department Mulvenna. makes getting tested on the same day as expo- “It’s free for the residents, but it costs the cit- who is telling people that they have been Rouse said that people who get tested and sure a waste, as one may not test positive for ies $50,000 per day.” exposed to COVID-19. at least several days after. Rouse said he keeps receiving complaints “I haven’t had a single person report that See Test Sites, Page 3 Skyline COVID impact Beer Co. rental assistance expanding now available By AMY PORTER Gretchen Hohmeyer is the Westfield Athenaeum’s digital services Staff Writer patio librarian. (ERICA LEFEBVRE PHOTO) WESTFIELD – Community Development Director Peter J. Miller said residents impacted by COVID-19 may now apply for By HOPE E. TREMBLAY rental assistance through a new program funded by the Editor Community Development Block Grant CARES Act. Miller said WESTFIELD – The next phase of the Athenaeum’s Westfield has set aside $205,000 for the program. Skyline Beer Co. owners’ dreams is under- Valley Opportunity Council way with the expansion of its patio with is doing intake for the pro- scenic views of farmland below. digital services sees gram which is intended for Owners Lisa Lafreniere, Daniel Osella people who are behind on and Dana Bishop purchased the former rent for at least 30 days Fowler Farms property, which they refur- because of a loss of income bished and opened in the fall of 2019, to ‘explosive’ growth through reduced hours or loss bring their vision to life. Skyline offers of employment due to COVID-19. He said the city craft beer made on the premises as well as By LORI SZEPELAK digital services for patrons, rang- a menu created using as many locally has a goal of helping 80 WESTFIELD CITY HALL Correspondent ing from the Live Lunchtime households with a maximum sourced products as possible. Lafreniere WESTFIELD — Gretchen Librarian program on Facebook and Bishop head up the brewing while chef of $3,000 in rental assistance Hohmeyer is on a “journey” in a every Monday at 12:30, to creat- The assistance is subject to the CDBG income standard limits Osella creates the food. Pairing food and newly created position at the ing videos for the Athenaeum’s beer in a relaxed atmosphere was always of 80 percent of median income based on size of household. For Westfield Athenaeum – and she website and social media plat- example, the maximum income for a household of four is their goal since first opening as a home- hopes area residents join her as forms. brew shop and café inside the Westfield $68.300. This income level is based on reduced income as she continues her exploration of Hohmeyer also films and edits a opposed to what it was pre-COVID, Miller said. River Brewing building, then moving to its the digital landscape. variety of Athenaeum programs, former downtown location and to its new Miller called it a “rolling program, first come first served until “The Digital Services Librarian including story time videos, the we spend all the money.” He said if there is a demonstrated need and likely forever home at 98 Southwick is a new position for the Westfield History Chats with Dr. Bob Brown Road. for more funding, the city will consider how to meet that need. Athenaeum, which I assumed over series, and the Good Book Hunting He said they already have six to eight applications in the first “It feels awesome to see our vision for the summer,” said Hohmeyer, who discussions. the back coming together, it is basically the couple of days of the program’s start. previously served as a children’s “I am also responsible for creat- Miller said according to a study by the state in October, whole reason we bought the property,” librarian, organizing children and ing and posting almost everything Lafreniere said. “We had decorative con- Westfield at that time had a likelihood in need of up to $400,000 teen programs and purchasing that goes out on our social media,” in rental assistance. crete poured with a really cool design, we books for the Children’s Library. added a fourth walk-in cooler for beer stor- Her new role is to spearhead See Digital Services, Page 3 age, and a full outside bar including 12 See Rental Assistance, Page 3 taps, a bathroom — all covered – and we are also rebuilding the pergola that used to be there.” The property backs up to wetlands and Skyline is enhancing the farm view with the addition of gardens. Westfield Little League begins online sign-ups By CHRIS PUTZ into Rookie (6-8-years-old), See Skyline Beer Co., Page 3 Staff Writer Instructional (7-9), Farm (7-9), WESTFIELD — As the tag- Wheeler (9-12), Majors (10-12), line on their web page simply Intermediate (13), and Senior reads: “The tradition contin- (13-16). Softball divisions are ues…” 8U (6-8), 10U (8-10), 12U (10- 12), and 14U (13-14). Sign up online before Feb. 1 to save $10. Birth certificate and proof of residency will be required at sign-ups. Registrants will receive $50 worth of calendars that they can keep or sell prior to the drawing Sign-ups for the Westfield for this year’s calendar raffle as Little League Baseball and part of this year’s fundraiser. Softball are now open for the Players are encouraged to sell 2021 season, and are exclusively additional calendars. online this year. Air Compressor starting pitcher Jack Madsen winds up against Families needing assistance With the coronavirus still Slovak Club in a 2020 Westfield Little League Baseball game at with registration fees are also spreading throughout the com- Paper Mill Field. (THE WESTFIELD NEWS FILE PHOTO/MARC ST. urged to seek monies through the munity, league officials have ONGE) T-Mobile Little League Call Up decided to eliminate live sign- Grant Program. To apply, visit ups for Little League this season, There are lots of opportunities 16. Children who live in or attend LittleLeague.org/CallUpGrant. and hold registrations solely for kids to play. school in Westfield, Southwick, Last season, the league’s annu- online. To register for Westfield al festivities were cut short when Work on the new patio is underway at Westfield Little League offers Tolland or Granville are eligible Little League, go to westfieldlit- several divisions for boys and to participate. Skyline Beer Co, 98 Southwick Road. tleleague.com. See Little League, Page 3 (LISA LAFRENIERE PHOTO) girls between the ages of five to Baseball divisions are divided PAGE 2 - MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2021 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS Spring 2021 GED/HiSET free prep classes WESTFIELD - Free GED/HISET preparation classes are being offered starting Jan. 20 at the Church of the Atonement, 36 Court St., or virtually. Call 413-564-8340 to schedule your registration and screening & intake appointment for classes. Seating is limited.V irtual classes are also offered. Masks and social distancing are required in-person.

Strum and have Fun with FREE online Ukulele Lessons RUSSELL - Free online ukulele lessons for beginners to advanced beginners (ages 8 and older) will be available, via Zoom, taught by teach- er and performer Dave Maloof. Lessons will begin the week of Jan. 18; a limited number of lessons Connecting are available. Email Dave at [email protected] to sign up or to ask any questions about lessons, or about buying a ukulele. through books Dave Maloof has presented Mass. Cultural Council-funded ukulele The Armbrook Village Reading2connect pro- workshops at the Russell Public gram was hosted this week and enables elders to Library and throughout engage in discussion, reminiscing and learning Massachusetts, and teaches individu- together. (ARMBROOK VILLAGE PHOTOS) al lessons. Each lesson will be 30 to 45 minutes and will be adapted to the student’s level of playing and musi- cal interests. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Russell Cultural Council, a local agency which is funded by the Mass. Cultural Council, a state agency.

Police Logs Court Logs Major crime and incident report caller reports that a motor vehicle matching the description Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 given by the first caller was stopped in front of his house when the operator exited the vehicle and began running in between Westfield District Court WESTFIELD Monday, Jan. 11, 2020 neighbor’s yards and into the woods, the responding officer 9:45 a.m.: accident, Springfield Road, a caller reports that Tye Noummano, 22, 760 New Windsor Road, his vehicle was struck while sitting in a parking lot, a second reports that the vehicle was parked legally but they could not Hinsdale, was released on his personal recognizance caller reports that a tire fell off a vehicle that was traveling in located the operator in the area. pending a March 5 hearing after he was arraigned on the area and struck the first caller’s vehicle, the responding charges of speeding at a rate exceeding the posted limit, officer reports that a tow truck was requested to remove the SOUTHWICK negligent operation of a motor vehicle, a numberplate first caller’s vehicle from the area; 3:56 p.m.: general service, Lexington Circle, an officer violations and a marked lanes violation brought by 8:01 p.m.: traffic or motor vehicle complaint, East Mountain responding to a complaint of a trailer blocking traffic reports Russell police. Road, a caller reports that he is following a potential intoxi- the vehicle was not blocking the view; cated person operating a motor vehicle, the caller reports that 4:12 p.m.: assist citizen, Depot Court, police assisted a resi- the vehicle is swerving and driving at about 20mph, a second dent who was locked out of an apartment.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY Mon., Jan. 18, 2021 is the 18th day of the year. 347 days remain until the end of the year

he had hesitated to accept the crashes into Santa Monica Bay world's largest commercial jet, is American wrestler, mixed martial ON THIS DAY artist, and actor title. killing all 32 passengers and six unveiled at a ceremony in Tou- 1886 – Modern field hockey is crew members. louse, France 1969 – Jesse L. Martin, 474 – Seven-year-old Leo II suc- American actor and singer ceeds his maternal grandfather born with the formation of The 1974 – A Disengagement of 2007 – The strongest storm in Hockey Association in England. Forces agreement is signed be- the United Kingdom in 17 years 1969 – Jim O'Rourke, American Leo I as Byzantine emperor. He guitarist and producer dies ten months later. 1896 – An X-ray generating ma- tween the Israeli and Egyptian kills 14 people and Germany chine is exhibited for the first governments, ending conflict on sees the worst storm since 1999 1971 – Amy Barger, American 532 – Nika riots in Constantino- astronomer ple fail. time by H. L. Smith. the Egyptian front of the Yom with 13 deaths. Cyclone Kyrill 1911 – Eugene B. Ely lands on Kippur War. causes at least 44 deaths across 1971 – Jonathan Davis, 1126 – Emperor Huizong ab- American singer-songwriter dicates the Chinese throne in the deck of the USS Pennsylva- 1976 – Lebanese Christian mili- 20 countries in Western Europe. nia anchored in San Francisco tias kill at least 1,000 in Karan- 2008 – The Euphronios Krater 1972 – Mike Lieberthal, favour of his son Emperor Qin- American baseball player zong. Bay, the first time an aircraft tina, Beirut. is unveiled in Rome after being landed on a ship. 1977 – Scientists identify a previ- returned to Italy by the Metropoli- 1973 – Burnie Burns, American 1486 – King Henry VII of Eng- actor, director, and producer, co- land marries Elizabeth of York, 1913 – First Balkan War: A Greek ously unknown bacterium as the tan Museum of Art. flotilla defeats the Ottoman Navy cause of the mysterious Legion- 2018 – A bus catches fire on the founded Rooster Teeth daughter of Edward IV uniting Productions the House of Lancaster and the in the Naval Battle of Lemnos, naires' disease. Samara–Shymkent road in Yr- securing the islands of the North- – Australia's worst rail di- gyz District, Aktobe, Kazakhstan. 1973 – Benjamin Jealous, House of York. 1977 American civic leader and activ- – Pope Pius IV reopens the ern Aegean Sea for Greece. saster occurs at Granville, Syd- The fire kills 52 passengers, with 1562 – Japan issues the "Twen- ney killing 83. three passengers and two driv- ist Council of Trent for its third and 1915 1978 – Brian Falkenborg, final session. ty-One Demands" to the Repub- 1977 – SFR Yugoslavia's Prime ers escaping. American baseball player lic of China in a bid to increase its minister, Džemal Bijedić, his 1591 – King Naresuan of Siam 1979 – Brian Gionta, American kills Crown Prince Mingyi Swa power in East Asia. wife and six others are killed in ice hockey player of Burma in single combat, for 1919 – World War I: The Paris a plane crash in Bosnia and Her- TODAY'S 1979 – Kenyatta Jones, which this date is now observed Peace Conference opens in Ver- zegovina. BIRTHDAYS American football player (d. as Royal Thai Armed Forces day. sailles, France. 1978 – The European Court of 2018) 1919 – Ignacy Jan Paderewski Human Rights finds the United 1670 – Henry Morgan captures 1949 – Bill Keller, American 1980 – Julius Peppers, Panama. becomes Prime Minister of the Kingdom's government guilty of journalist American football player newly independent Poland. mistreating prisoners in Northern 1701 – Frederick I crowns him- 1952 – Michael Behe, American 1980 – Jason Segel, American self King of Prussia in Königs- 1941 – World War II: British Ireland, but not guilty of torture. biochemist, author, and academ- actor and screenwriter berg. troops launch a general counter- 1981 – Phil Smith and Phil ic 1982 – Quinn Allman, American offensive against Italian East Af- Mayfield parachute off a Hous- 1778 – James Cook is the first 1952 – R. Stevie Moore, guitarist and producer known European to discover rica. ton skyscraper, becoming the American singer-songwriter and 1983 – Amir Blumenfeld, the Hawaiian Islands, which he 1943 – Warsaw Ghetto Uprising: first two people to BASE jump guitarist Israeli-American comedian, names the "Sandwich Islands". The first uprising of Jews in the from objects in all four catego- 1953 – Brett Hudson, American actor, director, and screenwriter Warsaw Ghetto. ries: buildings, antennae, spans 1788 – The first elements of the singer-songwriter and producer 1984 – Kristy Lee Cook, First Fleet carrying 736 convicts 1945 – World War II: Liberation (bridges), and earth (cliffs). 1955 – Kevin Costner, American singer-songwriter from Great Britain to Australia ar- of Kraków, Poland by the Red 1983 – The International Olym- American actor, director, and 1984 – Michael Kearney, rive at Botany Bay. Army. pic Committee restores Jim producer American biochemist and aca- – Willie O'Ree, the first Thorpe's Olympic medals to his demic 1806 – Jan Willem Janssens sur- 1958 1961 – Bob Hansen, American Black Canadian National Hockey family. basketball player and sportscast- 1984 – Benji Schwimmer, renders the Dutch Cape Colony American dancer and choreogra- to the British. League player, makes his NHL 1990 – Washington, D.C. Mayor er debut with the Boston Bruins. M rion Barry is arrested for drug 1961 – Jeff Yagher, American pher 1866 – Wesley College is estab- 1985 – Mark Briscoe, American lished in Melbourne, Australia] 1960 – Capital Airlines Flight 20 possession in an FBI sting. actor and sculptor crashes into a farm in Charles 1993 – Martin Luther King, Jr. 1963 – Martin O'Malley, wrestler 1871 – Wilhelm I of Germany is 1986 – Marya Roxx, Estonian- proclaimed Kaiser Wilhelm in the City County, Virginia, killing all Day is officially observed for the American soldier, lawyer, and 50 aboard, the third fatal Capital first time in all 50 US states. politician, 61st Governor of American singer-songwriter Hall of Mirrors of the Palace of Maryland 1988 – Ronnie Day, American Versailles (France) towards the Airlines crash in as many years. 2002 – The Sierra Leone Civil 1967 – Albert DeSalvo, the "Bos- War is declared over. 1964 – Brady Anderson, singer-songwriter end of the Franco-Prussian War. American baseball player 1995 – Bryce Alford, American Wilhelm already had the title of ton Strangler", is convicted of nu- 2003 – A bushfire kills four peo- merous crimes and is sentenced ple and destroys more than 500 1964 – Virgil Hill, American basketball player German Emperor since the con- boxer stitution of 1 January 1871, but to life imprisonment. homes in Canberra, Australia. 1969 – United Airlines Flight 266 2005 – The Airbus A380, the 1969 – Dave Bautista, THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2021 - PAGE 3 Skyline Beer Co. Digital Services Continued from Page 1 Continued from Page 1 said Hohmeyer, adding, “If In the recent past, the “We got permission from the conservation commission to put you post a question on a Athenaeum’s digital services in rain gardens and plant juniper or other low growing plants Facebook, Instagram, or were limited to social media, that also can feed wildlife at the top portion of the hill and then Twitter post or message us which mostly shared ongoing we plan on installing welded wooden wire fencing around it all over those services, it’s prob- events or photos of moments to allow a full view below,” Lafreniere said. “We are hoping to ably me you reach.” within the library, according have it completely ready by April 1 but still have all the details In essence, Hohmeyer man- to Hohmeyer. to build and give it that ‘Skyline vibe.’ We have a couple of ages a large portion of the “Our focus on it over the different people working on it, but we left this one to the pros.” Athenaeum’s digital presence last year has been nothing less The Skyline “vibe” is what Lafreniere calls “chill.” Rustic and the translation of the for- than explosive,” she said. touches, such as locally sourced and reclaimed wood, help cre- merly in-person services to a “For my part, there has been a ate the casual atmosphere inside, which she is replicating out- digital platform. shift from trying to create as side. When COVID first hit, Lafreniere was concerned that “Even once COVID begins many programs and services Skyline would have to close, but instead it has continued to to dissipate, my job will con- remain open with help from its beer garden, which was quickly as possible to see what people tinue to reach out to patrons needed to feeling more created when outdoor dining was allowed. But even with the via the internet to offer ser- beer garden, revenue is down now that it’s winter. grounded and connected to vices and programs for those our patrons, the community, “The beer garden was our saving grace through the summer who we might not otherwise and now as we are facing a capacity of only 25 people inside, and everyone’s needs.” be able to serve,” she said. Hohmeyer noted the pro- take out and beer sales to go have naturally gone up but our Hohmeyer explained that profits on canned beer are extremely small compared to selling grams themselves used to be when the COVID-19 pan- disconnected from each other, by the pint,” Lafreniere said. “When we wrote our business demic took hold last spring, plan and came up with the model, we never pictured this. The but now are more crafted to the Athenaeum team brain- build off each other in mean- canner we bought was not meant to blast cans out, it is a one- stormed ways to offer patrons person manual canner and we pay quite a bit in labor and cans ingful ways. services and assistance. “While, of course, we miss and only sell if for less than half the amount as compared to “The effort was a total team selling by the pint.” connecting with our patrons The sunrise view from the patio at Skyline Beer Co., which effort,” she said. “As we in person, I have found so Lafreniere said while the pandemic has certainly affected her began to figure out how we business, it was a small setback for her expansion. is being expanded and slated for opening this spring. (LISA many unique ways to connect LAFRENIERE PHOTO) would operate without being across the digital world and I “The only way that COVID has really affected the expansion in the building or being able is that we would have done it earlier, but our meetings with the have so enjoyed getting to recipe for my dogs called ‘Vic and Sim’ that will be coming out to let people into the building, know folks in this way,” she city and some other things got pushed back,” Lafreniere said. very soon, Dana and I just wrote a Maibock recipe which is a it became clear that someone “I believe that adapting for us and the crew was a bit easier for said. traditional German beer meant for the coming of spring. It has would be needed to moderate While much of what us due to the fact that we are so new and flexible that we are a clean and malty flavor profile and will be around 7% ABV the social media consistently ready to do whatever it takes as far as being creative and inno- Athenaeum staff members do and used all German ingredients and we let it sit in the tanks and help take a lead in other involves connecting people to vative.” until it had cleared up. areas, and I felt incredibly Lafreniere said she is cautiously optimistic for the coming books or other resources, the “We are also about to release our West Coast DIPA called passionate about it.” essence of the Athenaeum is year. Shaver of Love which had a great response, so we brewed it a Having taken the digital to focus on the community “We are more than happy that our doors are open, and that second time almost right away. We have a new kettle sour reins in other career capaci- and the idea of creating com- we have work for our employees, so I try not to get caught up which will have some darker fruits added like plum, black cur- ties over the years, Hohmeyer munity. in anything but that these days,” she said. “It’s a bit early to get rent and apricot. We will also continue to offer our beer and felt comfortable with the “The entire staff here is too excited about 2021 but we are trying to be optimistic about whiskey dinners and also are offering them “to-go” for people shift. devoted to helping our patrons it. Being in the industry, one of the things that I personally miss who are trying to stay quarantined but also don’t want to miss “I also loved the ability to to get what they need, but also the most is beer festivals. When we bought this place, we pic- out.” get creative in ways that were tured having big food and beer parties, music, car shows, beer For his part, Osella is creating new menu items to pair with entirely new,” she said. “I providing spaces in which we festivals, that is a huge part of the fun as well as the drive of the new brews, including putting to use his new smoker that wanted to reach out to our can all enjoy each other’s this industry for me personally. There is nothing better than a was repurposed from a two-door baker’s proof box. Osella is patrons in as many ways as company when we might be good beer fest, and I miss those days and I have no idea when planning Farm Share specials with local produce, increasing its possible, and I am so thankful feeling more disconnected we will see anything like that again.” pretzel and flatbread offerings hosting more beer and whiskey that the rest of the staff here than ever,” said Hohmeyer, Lafreniere said when the world is ready, so is Skyline. dinners and increasing catering and family and individual meal were just as excited to go adding that programs focus “We have our brewing system pretty dialed-in now that we options. along on the journey with on a range of areas from lit- have been brewing for over a year on it. We still get excited for Skyline Beer Co. is currently open 4-8 p.m. Tuesday- me.” erature, cooking and games to new beers and styles, we have some really fun stuff coming out Thursday, 3-8 p.m. Friday, 1-8 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Area residents are welcome art. even in the next couple of months. I wrote a New England IPA Sunday. to call the main library line “We also find that, some- and ask to be connected with times, people call us up ask- Hohmeyer, however, she said ing for books but end up chat- Little League Test Sites the fastest way to reach her is ting with us about life,” she said. “The Westfield Continued from Page 1 Continued from Page 1 through her email address – [email protected], or Athenaeum is not just a book hub, but also a community are awaiting results are supposed to quar- through one of the social the parade and World Series hub.” were canceled due to the pan- antine, whether they believe they are sick media platforms. demic. An abbreviated schedule or not. was still held locally with a small “If you can’t do that until you get a nega- number of local teams battling tive result, what’s the point,” said Rouse. each other in friendlier, more Though Westfield does not have a subdued fashion, although the municipal testing site, there are many test- Rental Assistance ing options available in the area. One can action at times still had some Continued from Page 1 intense play with fierce competi- try to make an appointment with a local tion and spectacular moments. pharmacy such as CVS, which offers drive- Miller also said the eviction moratorium expired in Rules and guidelines were up testing at its drive-thru windows. December, and evictions have begun to be filed in enforced and maintained to com- Appointments may need tobe made several housing court. He said while they haven’t heard of any bat the coronavirus, and social days in advance, but the test is free with being executed due to nonpayment, the threat is out distancing procedures were most insurances. there. adhered to by players, coaches, There are also mass testing sites such as “We want to make sure that people continue to stay umpires, and fans. Despite the the Stop the Spread site at the Eastfield housed, and landlords continue to be paid so they don’t odds stacked against them, the Mall and Holyoke Community College, default on their mortgages,” Miller said. season proved to be overwhelm- which does not require an appointment and To apply for the program, residents may call Saevea ing success, furthering what is is also free. 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Pollack: Big questions loom over future of transportation By CHRIS LISINSKI State House News Service BOSTON - The 15 regional transit authorities in Massachusetts will likely be able to avoid service cuts or fare increases in the near future thanks to an infusion of federal cash, Transportation Secretary Stephanie Pollack said Wednesday, even as long-term questions persist about the future of transportation. State officials are still parsing details in the latest federal stimulus package, but the MBTA and RTAs are set to share funding from a pool of roughly $344 million. MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak said Monday that he believes his agency, by far the largest transit network in Massachusetts, will get between $250 million and $300 million. How much will remain after the T gets its share is unclear but it should be enough to help the state's other regional transit authorities to manage their budgets amid periods of lower rider- ship, Pollack said. "We're all very grateful for both the state and federal funding, which should put you all in a position where things like service cuts or fare increases don't need to be on the table at this point in time because we can finish out fiscal year 21 and start fiscal year 22 in a pretty good situation," Pollack said at a Regional Transit Authority Council meeting. That stands in contrast to the T, which will keep most of its planned service cuts in place for at least the next few months despite the injection of federal funding. Ten months into the new COVID-afflicted world, commuting patterns still look almost nothing like they did before the pan- demic. Ridership on public transit remains down dramatically, peak roadway traffic has not fully returned, and predicting their arcs in the coming months is tricky. The Baker administration has been hesitant to keep the MBTA running at its full pre-pandemic capacity during a stretch of significantly lower demand. Buses and the Blue Line peaked at slightly above 40 percent of February ridership early in the fall and have since trended back downward. By the end of 2020, system-wide ridership was just more than a quarter of its average before COVID hit. The MBTA's approach has drawn criticism from lawmakers Public defenders offer 10-Point and activists, who argue the push to realign service models focuses too much on professional and office workers who have flexibility at the expense of essential employees and lower- income residents who, despite the pandemic, have continued to Immigration Policy Plan rely on transit to get to jobs, appointments and other needs. The year ahead will be "transitional," in Pollack's estimation, and she forecast again on Wednesday that the state's transporta- called Safe Communities Act (H 3573 / tion landscape might never rebound to what it once was. Opportunity S 1401) favorably in mid-July but the "I don't think 2021 is going to look like 2019, and I'm not sure legislation stalled out in each branch's on the transportation side it's ever going to look like 2019," she with presidency respective Ways and Means Committee. said. "Things have happened in the past year that will linger, As for the national plan, the coalition even after the pandemic is over, so part of our job and our chal- changing hands asks that the Biden administration estab- lenge is to understand what's changed, what is changing, and lish a one-year moratorium on deporta- how we can continue to provide the service our customers By CHRIS VAN BUSKIRK tions for all detained immigrants on the need." State House News Service first day they take office. If Massachusetts can keep vaccines flowing on the Baker BOSTON, — A coalition of public The coalition also advises the admin- administration's timeline, the general public would start gaining defenders from across the country is Wendy Wayne, director of the istration to cease immigration enforce- access to the immunization around April. calling on the incoming Biden adminis- Immigration Impact Unit for the ment during the moratorium period, sus- But after ten months of living in a new reality, one in which tration to adopt a 10-point immigration Massachusetts Committee for Public pend routine check-ins with ICE, and many residents embraced working from home and adjusted to policy plan to reverse what they say are Counsel Services, is a member of the avoid the initiation of removal proceed- virtual doctor appointments and grocery deliveries, Pollack said "unjust, harmful, and destructive tactics" national Public Defenders Coalition ings and referral for prosecution of any MassDOT needs to probe to what degree those habits, which used by the Trump administration. for Immigrant Justice, which released charges of illegal entry or re-entry. she dubbed "not travel," will stick. The plan, announced at a virtual press its 10-point immigration policy plan "[The Trump administration] has One scenario the department modeled projects that total conference Wednesday, includes redi- on Wednesday. (SCREENSHOT) stacked the immigration courts with par- vehicle miles traveled could reach pre-COVID levels by the recting funding away from Immigration tisan judges, changed regulations beyond third quarter of 2023 if many employees return to physical and Customs Enforcement Agency to what Congress contemplated, and autho- offices later this year and use telework rarely, about once per legalization efforts, ending immigration ents with minor criminal histories. rized and re-written immigration law," week for half of employees. detention practices, and establishing a Last year, she said, she helped a father the plan says. "It will take time to ensure Changing those variables alters the outlook. In two other federally funded universal representa- fleeing from another country with his basic fairness in our laws, and to undo scenarios that assume half of Massachusetts workers continue tion program. Over 30 public defender three-year-old son. The son "was liter- these devastatingly strict legal changes. to work from home three days per week after vaccinations, organizations from 14 states signed onto ally ripped from his father's arms when Families should not be torn apart while roadway use could remain about 20 percent below pre-COVID the plan, including the Massachusetts he entered the U.S." and the father was the Biden Administration works to pick levels well into 2023. Committee for Public Counsel Services, held in immigration detention in South up the pieces from these scorched earth The effects could be particularly pronounced on the com- an organization that provides legal rep- Texas while the son was taken to a shel- policies." muter rail system, where many riders are suburbanites who resentation for those unable to afford an ter in upstate New York. The coalition's proposed federally travel into Boston or other cities for work. Projections do not attorney. "This separation was based on motor funded legal representation program expect commuter rail to "regain anything like its 2019 ridership With President-elect Joe Biden set to vehicle offenses from 15 years earlier would increase spending for public for years," Pollack said. take over the Oval Office on Jan. 20, that were irrelevant to the father's ability removal defense and provide funds to "It's not just us," she said, describing trends in Connecticut, members of the Public Defenders to be a good parent," she said during the ensure state and federal criminal defense Pennsylvania and New York. "All the rail lines that funnel sub- Coalition for Immigrant Justice have press conference. "The Trump adminis- attorneys have the resources to provide urban commuters into big cities in the northeastern United met with transition advisors and received tration use these immigration laws to noncitizens with advice regarding immi- States are way down and worried that their key base has discov- "very positive feedback." demonize immigrants with any criminal gration consequences, according to the ered telecommuting and may just not be five-day-a-week rail "We're very excited at the possibility histories and detain and deport them, coalition's plan. commuters ever again." of what can come in this coalition," said regardless of even the most sympathetic Andrea Sáenz, attorney-in-charge at On the whole, Pollack argued that MassDOT and other trans- Raha Jorjani, managing attorney of the mitigating factors." the New York Immigration Family Unity portation officials need to consider a paradigm shift: rather than Immigration Representation Unit, Immigration reform efforts in Project, said no one should face a trained aim to promote mobility as an end goal, focus on helping resi- Almeda County Public Defenders in Massachusetts authorizing driver's prosecutor when the stakes "are literally dents access what they need -- like medical visits -- through California. "This is a coalition of public licenses for undocumented immigrants life and death or permanent family sepa- transit services that offer mobility, development that places defenders, we're going to do what public and curtailment of interactions between ration." services and people closer together, and building out technology defenders do best, which is to hold the local law enforcement and ICE again "We need national leadership on this to support connectivity. government accountable for basic failed during the 2019-2020 session on issue so we don't leave out people who "2020 was a giant experiment where people who otherwise human rights principles. And so far, we Beacon Hill. A push to include the driv- don't live in the right place," Sáenz said. never would have teleworked, used telemedicine, learned have received a warm welcome on this er's license proposal in a wide-ranging "Doing this work in detention centers, remotely, made more use of retail and food delivery," she said. agenda." economic development bill ultimately immigration courts, and criminal courts "What we don't know, once we don't have to do that stuff Wendy Wayne, director of the failed last summer after Rep. Christine every day has allowed us to meet the real because of coronavirus, is to what extent are people going to Immigration Impact Unit for the Barber pulled an amendment adding the continue to use access rather than mobility to meet their daily people impacted by this broken system Massachusetts Committee for Public measure to the legislation. and experience how necessary it is to needs because they learned in 2020 that they liked some aspects Counsel Services, said the separation of The Public Safety and Homeland of it?" change, shrink, and defund the system to immigrant families still occurs for par- Security Committee reported the so- reinvest in our communities."

Poll results shows mixed views on tax increases The Westfield News By MICHAEL P. NORTON increasing the 6.25 percent sales tax. the importance of seven major spending A publication of The Reminders Publishing, LLC State House News Service Raising the gas tax was opposed by 66 areas listed in the poll, and 58 percent sup- BOSTON - Massachusetts voters sup- percent, with 28 percent in favor. ported making public buses free to all rid- Mike Dobbs Barbara Perry port a 4 percent income surtax on house- The poll shows voters are more divided ers by eliminating fares. Managing Editor Sales Manager hold income above $1 million, an idea that over the idea of giving cities and regions of The survey results arrive ahead of bud- Hope E. Tremblay could be on the 2022 ballot, but oppose the state more power to raise their own get season on Beacon Hill, a time when Editor James Johnson-Corwin Multi-Media Manager increases in the state income, sales or gas taxes, a measure that House and Senate the appetite for spending always exceeds taxes, according to new poll results. Democrats last week dropped from a trans- the interest in coming up with the reve- Chris Putz Marie Brazee The income surtax, a constitutional portation bill. Thirty percent of respon- nues requisite to support myriad invest- Sports Editor Business Manager amendment that requires a second favor- dents support the idea with 53 percent ment possibilities. able vote from the Legislature this session opposed and 17 percent unsure. The poll was conducted between Dec. Fran Smith Lorie Perry to reach the ballot, was favored in the Cutting business tax credits and incen- 8 and Dec. 20, and sponsored by The General Manager Director of Ad Production MassINC poll of registered voters by 72 tives also drew a more mixed response: 46 Boston Foundation, The Hyams percent of respondents and opposed by 20 percent favored the idea, with 40 percent Foundation, King Boston, Amplify percent, with 7 percent unsure. against. Latinx, BECMA, the Mass Budget and 181 Root Road, Westfield , MA 01085 Raising the 5 percent income tax was While 55 percent of respondents said Policy Center, The Bridgewater State opposed by 71 percent of respondents. they believed state and local taxes in University Foundation, the Massachusetts (413)562-4181 Seventy-two percent of the poll's more Massachusetts are higher than in most Municipal Association, and individual www.thewestfieldnews.com than 1,500 respondents opposed the idea of other states, a solid majority agreed with contributors. THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2021 - PAGE 5 HPC on lookout for health Franchisees feel unfairly frozen out of recovery program By MATT MURPHY Mass., where the owners and staff members primarily reside. insurance merger impacts State House News Service Our franchisors are effectively suppliers to us. They are cer- BOSTON - When Gov. Charlie Baker announced a new $668 tainly not in any way the owners of our businesses," he said. By KATIE LANNAN A health care law Gov. million small business recovery program in late December, Levin added, "Segregating recipients based along industry State House News Service Charlie Baker signed on New gyms and fitness centers, along with restaurants and food lines makes complete sense, but this explanation of how fran- BOSTON - The state Health Year's Day directs the HPC to trucks, were among the small businesses told they would be at chisees are excluded still doesn't pass the basic logic test as far Policy Commission plans to study the use of telehealth the front of the line to qualify for relief. as I can understand it." monitor the recent merger of services, including costs and But the governor didn't mention the fine print. Elements Massage is a national chain operating massage stu- Tufts Health Plan and Harvard access, and the impact of Owners of franchised businesses do not qualify for the pro- dios in 33 states and British Columbia. The company has 27 Pilgrim Health Care, keeping COVID-19 on the gram, which has made grants available to small employers hurt locations in Massachusetts. an eye on what the transaction Massachusetts health care sys- by the pandemic of up to $75,000 or three-months of operating Levin said his Burlington studio employs about 20 full- and means for the prices people tem. Both of those studies are expenses to help pay for salaries, utilities, rent, debt or other part-time staff, and 90 percent of the staff at the three locations pay for insurance, overall to expenses. he is involved with are women. medical spending and the state be done in consultation with Forty-one lawmakers are now urging Baker to amend the Levin said his studios were forced to close between March of the health care system. another state entity, the Center eligibility criteria to make relief funding available to franchisees and June for COVID, and business has been down 20 percent to Commission chair Stuart for Health Information and who still pay taxes, rent and employ residents of Massachusetts, 30 percent since reopening with some clients choosing not to regardless of their affiliation with a larger chain. return yet due to the ongoing pandemic. Altman said that while the Analysis. HPC is not among the agen- "Indeed, franchisees face the same economic hardship and "We are operating at break-even or cash flow negative due to An interim report on loss of revenue as any nonfranchised small business. depressed demand," Levin said. cies that was responsible for COVID-19 impacts is due reviewing and green-lighting Overwhelmingly, franchises are held by independent owner- The letter from lawmakers to the administration and MGCC April 1, with a final report by operators who live and work in their local communities," the included testimonials from some business owners, mostly gym the merger -- a list that includ- January 2022. The law gives lawmakers wrote in a letter on Tuesday to Baker and Economic owners, and legislators who have heard from constituents shut ed the U.S. Department of the HPC one year for an inter- Development Secretary Mike Kennealy. out of the program because they own and operate a franchised Justice, the state Division of im telehealth report and The grant program is being administered by the Massachusetts business. Insurance and Attorney another year after that to pro- Growth Capital Corporation. After an initial round of funding Rep. Jeffrey Roy, of Franklin, and Rep. Brian Murray, of General Maura Healey's office duce a final version. went out to businesses that had applied to a previous iteration of Milford, were the first two names on the letter, which was -- the combination of two That same law also calls for the program, a new application window opened on Dec. 31 and signed by a bipartisan group that included 32 House members major players in the state's Health and Human Services closes on Friday, Jan. 15. and nine senators from all parts of the state. health insurance landscape Secretary Marylou Sudders, in Businesses that will be prioritized for funding include gyms A constituent of Roy and Murray's who operates an constitutes an "important consultation with the HPC, and fitness centers, nail salons, barber shops, indoor recreation OrangeTherapy Gym in Medway said in a testimonial shared change." CHIA and the Division of and entertainment facilities like bowling alleys and roller skat- with the letter that the $581,528 in revenue his business saw in "For the commissioners and Insurance, to make recom- ing rinks and event support companies, like photography stu- 2020 was down 52 percent from the prior year. dios and florists. "I may fall under the franchisee category, but I can tell you the staff, I want to make it very mendations by Sept. 1, 2021 clear we are not just going to Chains, franchisees, real estate officers, liquor stores, lobby- that my corporate franchise has done nothing to help my indi- on establishing out-of-net- ing shops, non-profits and marijuana businesses are ineligible. vidual business; in fact, they have continued to take the full 7% let this go without continuing work billing rates. to monitor its activities," he "Given the limitations on available resources at the state royalties the entire time, excluding the months I was actual This year's state budget, level, eligibility criteria were developed to ensure resources closed and not generating any revenue," the owner said. said at a Wednesday meeting. signed into law on Dec. 11, Altman said the commission through MGCC could be focused on Massachusetts-based busi- Levin, who also offered a testimonial, said he's lucky because gives the commission until has the authority to review nesses that are among the sectors most impacted by the pan- he works as a full-time venture capital investor in addition to June 15, 2021 to analyze and how the new organization demic and that have no connection to a corporate network that operating Elements Massage studios, but he said most other make recommendations adheres to the state's cost- could be an advocate for individual franchisees," the adminis- Elements owners make that their full-time occupation. around potential entry into a tration told the News Service, explaining the policy. "We and our staff need just as much relief as any other small growth benchmark, and Kate Ron Levin, the owner of one Elements Massage franchise in business that has been hard hit," he said. Scarborough Mills, who leads multi-state nurse licensure compact, which so far includes Burlington and an investor in two other locations in Andover Baker promoted the grant program during an event Thursday the HPC's market oversight and East Longmeadow, called the explanation "clear as mud." at a Boston restaurant where he said $195 million in direct sup- and transparency department, 34 states but not Massachusetts. "I think it's a testament to "I'm sure there are multi-unit franchisees who are based out port had been dispensed to employers to help them pay rent and said the commission will mon- of state, but most of us of course are legally based right here in meet payroll. itor the deal as part of its regu- the work of the HPC that the lar duties and "focused Legislature keeps asking the research efforts". HPC to do more and more," "Specifically, many of the commissioner Tim Foley said. CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars elects officers potential benefits of the trans- He asked if the agency's bud- action to members and premi- get had also been increased. 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Animal lovers can send animal plush pals to children at Square One

SPRINGFIELD– Dakin Humane Society, located at 171 Union Street in Springfield, is offering Plush Pals, stuffed dogs and cats, as a way of leveraging the strength of its animal loving community to help children during these difficult times when contact and hugs have been minimized due to COVID-19. Individuals can request their own Plush Pal, but more importantly, can select a “Get One, Give One” option while donating online, which includes a Plush Pal for them- selves and another to be sent to a child at Square One. The Springfield-based non- profit organization provides support services COLIN M. D’AMOUR CHRISTIAN P. D’AMOUR and family-friendly education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age chil- dren throughout the region. 3rd generation D’Amour The Plush Pals stand eight inches high and are mailed out with a Hug Certificate as well as a photo of a special animal who was cared Plush Pals cat (left) and dog were delivered for at Dakin Humane Society. They can be to two children at Square One in Springfield family appointments at Big Y requested when donating online at http://bit. in December 2020. ly/PlushPals. SPRINGFIELD – The Board of Directors in their Great Barrington, MA market. By “We began offering Plush Pals during the Valley, according to Price. “Their dedication of Big Y Foods, Inc. has announced the pro- 2016, he was promoted to store director in holiday season, and they are still available,” to families, especially in the face of this pan- motion of the following 3rd generation Pittsfield and later Lee, MA before being explained Dakin’s Director of Development demic, is remarkable, and given Dakin’s mis- D’Amour family members. Colin M. selected as a corporate center store sales man- and Marketing Stacey Price. “Many people, sion to help animals and the people who love D’Amour has been named senior director of ager until 2019. A graduate of Boston College, including children, are hurting right now. them, we thought this would be a opportunity Big Y Express Gas & Convenience Stores he holds personal decorations from his mili- They can’t be with their friends, some do not to bring joy to children by giving them a spe- division, and Christian P. D’Amour is direc- tary service including both the Navy and have animals at home, and we want them to cial pet of their own.” tor of e-commerce. Marine Corps Commendation and be able to connect with a loved one, in this Dakin Humane Society delivers effective, Both appointments represent new and Achievement Medals. He and his wife, case, a Plush Pal, and let them know that innovative services that improve the lives of expanding divisions within the company. Sharee have 4 children. someone is thinking about them. This effort animals in need and the people who care Both D’Amours report to Richard D. Bossie, Christian is responsible for Big Y’s e-Com- gives individuals the option to provide a about them. The organization shelters, treats senior vice president of operations and cus- merce platform. This platform currently Plush Pal to the children at Square One. and fosters more than 20,000 animals each tomer experience. Colin’s responsibilities includes relationships with Instacart for gro- Some of us have our pets to keep us company year and has performed more than 98,000 include oversight of store operations, sight cery home deliveries and DoorDash for pre- throughout the pandemic, but we wanted to spay/neuter surgeries since 2009, making it selection, sight acquisition and day to day pared meal home deliveries. In addition to do something for those who want that kind of New England’s largest spay/neuter provider. responsibility for product procurement these services, he will be launching Big Y’s companionship. Plush Pals give them some- Dakin is a local non-profit organization that including fuel for this division. Currently, MyPicks Online ordering. With MyPicks, thing to cuddle and love.” relies solely on contributions from individu- there are 12 Big Y Express locations with customers will be able to order their groceries Square One was chosen as the recipient of als and businesses that care about animals to four more planned for the coming year. online for easy curbside pickup at the store of this effort because of its longstanding com- bring its services to the community. For more Previously, he served as senior manager of their choice or for home delivery. MyPicks mitment to helping children in the Pioneer information, visit www.dakinhumane.org. procurement within Big Y’s Real Estate and will utilize a fully automated grocery fulfill- Development Team as well as a member of ment center attached to the Chicopee, MA the Real Estate Committee where he remains Big Y World Class Market. Using state-of- involved in evaluating viable expansion the-art robotics, this 12,000 square foot cen- ESE President and CEO, Eugene J. Cassidy, opportunities across all operating formats ter can quickly and safely select up to 7,000 including Big Y World Class Markets, Big Y online orders a day for delivery to customers. Express Gas and Convenience Stores, Fresh Like his brother, Colin, Christian began his Elected Chairman of the International Acres Specialty Foods, and Table & Vine career at Big Y at the age of 14 as a service Fine Wines & Spirits. In addition, he over- clerk. After college, he was a sales and mar- Association of Fairs and Expositions sees multiple programs and initiatives with keting representative for an insurance com- WEST SPRINGFIELD — the IAFE and has served the Topco Associates, a Chicago based member pany based in Providence, RI. He re-joined Eugene J. Cassidy, president organization as Treasurer, owned cooperative that provides aggregation, Big Y as a store director trainee in 2014. One and CEO of Eastern States second Vice President and innovation and knowledge management solu- year later, he was appointed assistant store Exposition, was elected first Vice President before tions for its food industry member owners. director in their Wilbraham, MA World Class Chairman of the International assuming his role as Colin began working as a service clerk at Big Market. In 2016, he was promoted to store Association of Fairs and Chairman. He is also actively Y Supermarkets in 1998 at the age of 14. director in Southampton. He next went on to Expositions (IAFE) during involved as a member of the From there, he held several positions includ- manage their Wilbraham market before being the organization’s annual Budget and Finance, and ing produce clerk, warehouse selector, con- tapped as store manager at Table & Vine’s business meeting, conducted Program committees, is a fre- struction/remodel store projects coordinator flagship location in West Springfield, MA. In virtually Dec. 8, 2020. quent presenter at IAFE meet- and completed Big Y’s Supermarket 101 2019, Christian was appointed a district sales Cassidy said, “I am excited ings on a national level and training program. In 2007, he accepted a and merchandising mentor for Big Y’s super- to be leading our trade asso- served as Program Chair of commission with the United States Marine market 15 store district within Hampden, ciation during this crucial, the organization’s Corps as Second Lieutenant where he served Hampshire, Franklin and Berkshire Counties unprecedented time. We have International Convention in with distinction, ultimately earning the rank of Massachusetts. In this role, he was respon- recently embarked on the first EUGENE J. CASSIDY Las Vegas, Nevada, in 2010. of Captain. sible for all sales, merchandising and store year of a new decade, and President and CEO "The entire staff is looking In 2010, he was deployed to Helmand, team development across all departments. He with it, we will have new of Eastern States Exposition forward to working with our Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring also continued to oversee the operations of approaches to our business. June 27, 2012 and is the 2021 Chair Gene Cassidy and Freedom. While serving in the United Stated the company’s Table & Vine flagship. We will find creative new Exposition’s seventh CEO in his leadership team from the Marine Corps, he was both a purchasing offi- Christian holds a BA from St. Michael’s col- ways to conduct our business its 105-year history. He holds various committees for an cer and a construction manager in support of lege in Vermont and spent a semester study- and we will struggle through a Bachelor of Science degree exciting Convention in San the Afghan National Security Forces through- ing at The National University of Ireland at the end-days of this pandem- in Business Administration Antonio, November 28 to out his area of operations. He was actively Galway. He and his wife, Olivia, have 3 ic, carrying on with our mis- and Accounting from Western December 1," Marla Calico, involved with project prioritization, scope children. Colin and Christian represent two of sions intact, and the public New England University. IAFE President and CEO, identification, project bidding and evaluation. six 3rd generation D’Amour family who are gratified for how we support He serves as Vice Chairman said. In 2014, he left active duty in the Marines actively involved in the company. They are the most wholesome way of of the Greater Springfield IAFE is a voluntary, not- and returned to Big Y by entering into their grandsons of Big Y co-founder, Gerald E. life on earth.” Convention and Visitors for-profit Corporation, serv- store director training program. One year D’Amour and sons of president and CEO, He added, “We are all Bureau, Treasurer of the ing state, provincial, regional, later, he was appointed assistant store director Charles L. D’Amour. engaged in making our indus- Western Massachusetts and county agricultural fairs, try, the events we produce, the Chapter of Legatus, Treasurer shows, exhibitions, and expo- propagation of agriculture and Board member of sitions. Its associate members and our missions better.” MassHire Hampden County, include state and provincial Patrick M. Daggett Cassidy will serve in this is a member of the Springfield associations of fairs, non- international leadership role Technical Community agricultural expositions and promoted at for 2021, spearheading the College Foundation Board as festivals, associations, corpo- direction of the international well as the Finance Board of rations, and individuals group of fairs forward – from St. Mary’s Parish and the St. engaged in providing prod- Westfield Bank our corner of the world in Thomas the Apostle School ucts and services to its mem- WESTFIELD — Westfield Bank is West Springfield, Mass., to Board. bers, all of whom are inter- pleased to announce that Patrick M. Daggett places such as The Calgary He is also accredited as a ested in the improvement of has been promoted to Assistant Vice Stampede in Calgary, Alberta, Certified Fair Executive by fairs and allied fields. President, Digital Banking & Innovation Canada, to the Sydney Royal Manager. Following a very successful Easter Show in Australia, internship, Daggett officially began his fairs in Alaska, Hawaii and Become a Published Author with Westfield Bank career in 2017 as a manage- England, and the hundreds of ment trainee and was later promoted to fairs all across North America. Dorrance. We want to read your book! digital marketing & sales administration The IAFE currently has 911 Trusted by authors for nearly 100 years, Dorrance member fairs and affiliated Specialist. In his new role as Digital Banking has made countless authors’ dreams come true. & Innovations Manager, he will be respon- organizations worldwide. sible for managing the bank's digital chan- The theme for IAFE 2021

nels, enhancing the customer experience is “Grow Fair Strong,” with a Our staff is made Complete Book with digital banking products and services, focus on “growing” as in all up of writers, just Publishing Services expanding usage and capabilities of existing things agriculture; the impor- technologies, and serving as project man- tance of growth in fairs and like you. We are FIVE EASY STEPS ager for future technologies. the economies they impact in dedicated to TO PUBLICATION: Daggett is a graduate of Westfield State the wake of the pandemic is making publishing 1. Consultation 4. Distribution University with a Bachelor of Science consequential. Cassidy stated dreams come true. 2. Book Production 5. Merchandising 3. Promotion and Fulfillment degree in Management and has received PATRICK M. DAGGETT that the economic horsepower several certifications including a Certificate fairs bring to their communi- in New and Emerging Fintech from Harvard classroom programs related to financial literacy ties, regions, states and coun- Call now to receive your FREE University and Certifications in Google Ads and career development at West Springfield tries is immeasurable. Author’s Guide and Google Analytics. He is currently study- High School, the Lower Pioneer Valley Cassidy joined ESE as 855-460-2515 ing for his final exam for the Certified Educational Collaborative, and Westfield State Director of Finance in 1993 or www.dorranceinfo.com/westfield Associate in Project Management (CAPM) University. He also serves as an Assistant and was named Executive designation. In the community, Daggett has Coach for the West Springfield High School Vice President and Chief been generous in sharing his knowledge and Varsity Soccer Team. Daggett resides in West Operating Officer in March, experience to assist youth. He has instructed Springfield, MA. 2011. He assumed the posi- tion of President and CEO THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2021 - PAGE 7

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LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Dear Annie (January 4, 11, 18, 2021) (January 11, 18, 25, 2021) By ANNIE LANE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE MORTGAGEE'S SALE MORTGAGEE'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE OF REAL ESTATE Boyfriend Delaying Marriage By virtue of and in execution of the By virtue of and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by William Brian Phelon Dear Annie: I have been dating this man for a little No matter how he answers, you'll be better off than mortgage given by Ruth M. Malanowski over four years, and I feel like he will never fully you are now. (And if he says anything like "maybe," to Mortgage Electronic Registration Sys- to Option One Mortgage Corporation, tems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for truly commit to me. There's a six-year age gap; I'm take it as a no.) dated October 5, 2004 and recorded in Flagstar Bank, FSB, dated October 20, 28, and he is 34. I've always known in life that I Dear Annie: "Don't Shoot the Mockingbird's" Hampden County Registry of Deeds in 2009 and recorded in Hampden County wanted to get married and start a family; hence why dilemma about absorbing accents struck a chord with Book 14543, Page 157 (the “Mortgage”), Registry of Deeds in Book 18048, Page I dated an older man. My thoughts were that he me. I've mirrored accents unintentionally my whole as affected by an Order dated March 10, 197 (the “Mortgage”) of which mortgage would be more on track to those goals rather than life (I'm 68 now), and I just can't seem to stop. If I 2020, and recorded at said Registry of MidFirst Bank is the present holder by someone who was closer to my age (more so around watch a British TV program for an hour, then I gain Deeds in Book 23368, Page 351 of which Assignment from Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mort- the time we met). the accent and it may not go away for a few more mortgage Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan gagee, as nominee for Flagstar Bank, With that being said, I feel like marriage will never hours. If I travel and spend a couple of days immersed Trust 2005-1, Asset-Backed Certificates, FSB, its successors and assigns to Bank happen. Any time we talk about marriage it's a rushed in another accent, then it sometimes stays with me for Series 2005-1 is the present holder by of America, N.A. dated March 16, 2015 conversation and it just seems like excuse after weeks! I've noticed I actually think with the accent Assignment from Sand Canyon Corpora- and recorded at said Registry of Deeds excuse as to why we haven't taken any more steps in with my mind's voice. in Book 20630, Page 191, and Assign- tion f/k/a Option One Mortgage Corpora- ment from Bank of America, N.A. to Na- that direction. (We already live together.) First he said The problem seems to annoy me more than it does tion to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trust- tionstar Mortgage LLC dated May 14, that I was too young, then he said he's looking at rings the people I'm mimicking, as I've never had anyone ee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2015 and recorded at said Registry of and he needs to do his research on them, then say, "Are you mocking me?" I think most people real- 2005-1, Asset-Backed Certificates, Deeds in Book 20705, Page 544, and COVID-19 hit, so it hasn't felt like the right time. ize I'm absorbing their accent, not making fun of it or Series 2005-1 dated October 15, 2012 Assignment from Nationstar Mortgage He's a great guy and all and we have fun together, but them. I think "Mockingbird" and others with the and recorded at said Registry of Deeds LLC to MidFirst Bank dated November I just feel like he will never pop the question and I'm same "affliction" should simply ignore it and be in Book 19586, Page 128, for breach of 11, 2019 and recorded at said Registry of conditions of said mortgage and for the Deeds in Book 22946, Page 239, for losing my patience. themselves, and the people to whom they're speaking purpose of foreclosing the same, the breach of conditions of said mortgage We got into a fight about our relationship this past will realize it's not being done in jest. At least, that's mortgaged premises located at 116 and for the purpose of foreclosing the June (but these arguments aren't new, we've had a few how it's worked out for me. -- Voice of the People Sackett Road a/k/a 116 Sacket Road, same, the mortgaged premises located before the most recent one), and I almost walked (All of Them) in Ohio Westfield, MA 01085 will be sold at a at 1460 Main Road a/k/a 1442 Main away for good. But, he assured me it was coming and Dear Voice of the People: Thanks for speaking as Public Auction at 2:00 PM on January 25, Road, Granville, MA 01034 will be sold at said, "It was my plan to have a ring on your finger by the voice of wisdom, in addition to the rest. May your 2021, at the mortgaged premises, more a Public Auction at 12:00 PM on Febru- particularly described below, all and sin- ary 1, 2021, at the mortgaged premises, the end of the year." It's officially 2021 and there is letter bring comfort to any other accidental mocking- more particularly described below, all still no ring. birds. gular the premises described in said and singular the premises described in Am I wasting my time? Is he just leading me on? ——— mortgage, to wit: said mortgage, to wit: Am I being crazy for feeling this way? I just don't "Ask Me Anything: A Year of Advice From Dear A certain real estate situate in Westfield, All that certain parcel of land situate in understand why he won't commit to me if he claims Annie" is out now! Annie Lane's debut book -- featur- Hampden County, Massachusetts, being to want the same things in life. -- Crunched for ing favorite columns on love, friendship, family and the City of Granville, County of Hamp- designated as Lots 1 (one) and 11 (elev- den, and Commonwealth of Massachu- Commitment etiquette -- is available as a paperback and e-book. en) both as shown on the plan entitled setts, being known and designated as: Dear Crunched for Commitment: No, you're not Visit http://www.creatorspublishing.com for more "Plan of Land of Arthur C. & Emily C. crazy, but keep up this waiting game much longer and information. Send your questions for Annie Lane to Arterton & Jane E Biggins" as recorded Lot I on division of Property Granville, you will be. I suggest popping the question yourself. [email protected]. in the Hampden County Registry of Massachusetts for Owner Ernest W. Sat- Deeds in Book of Plans 165, Page 33, tler dated July 28, 2003 prepared by D.L. said real estate being bounded and de- Bean, Inc. and recorded in Hampden scribed in one parcel as follows: County Registry of Deeds in Book of Plans 329, Page 121, to which plan refer- NORTHERLY by Sackett Road, as ence is made for a more particular de- scription. HINTS FROM HELOISE shown on said plan, three hundred sev- enty two and 73/100 (372.73) feet; Containing 9.21 acres

NORTHEASTERLY, by land now or More commonly known as: 1460 Main formerly of Zyon Zyskowski et ux, four Road, Granville, MA 01034 hundred eight and 74/100 (408.74) feet; Shopping for disabled persons Tax ID: 12-31-0 SOUTHEASTERLY by land now or Today’s Sound Off is about helping the handi- purchase,” or words to that affect. This is just a bla- formerly of Misischia Construction Co For mortgagor’s title see deed recorded capped shop. tant way to cheat honest people. If you didn’t make Inc., five hundred eighty four and 20/100 with the Hampden County Registry of Deeds in Book 13470, Page 75. Dear Heloise: Today I had to get some gym a purchase, they tell you to call a certain number, (584.20) feet; shoes, but I walk with a cane and shopping is very which you should not do. Just hang up on this The premises will be sold subject to any difficult for me. I called around to see if some of recording, no matter what is said. Most of us have SOUTHWESTERLY by land now or lately of R. & C. Fowler, one hundred fifty and all unpaid taxes and other municipal these stores had motorized shopping carts for the used a debit or credit card recently, which is why three and 39/100 (153.39) feet and by assessments and liens, and subject to handicapped, and after five calls to various large they say a “plastic card.” Don’t let these scammers prior liens or other enforceable encum- land now or formerly of Joseph Mihlek et brances of record entitled to precedence stores, I found only one that had what I needed. cheat you! Hang up on them. -- Harrison G., Detroit ux being Lot 2 (two) as shown on said While I was in that store I bought several other items over this mortgage, and subject to and HAND SANITIZER FOR CATS? plan by and irregular line, two hundred with the benefit of all easements, restric- besides the shoes. I know brick-and-mortar stores Dear Heloise: I’ve considered hand sanitizer for three and 84/100 (203.84) feet; tions, reservations and conditions of re- are trying to lure customers in, despite COVID-19, my two cats’ paws to keep them safe from COVID- cord and subject to all tenancies and/or but making it impossible for the handicapped to 19. My husband says no, that it’s dangerous for NORTHERLY by last named land, two rights of parties in possession. shop at their stores decreases the walk-in traffic. If them. Is it really dangerous if they lick it off? -- hundred sixteen and 27/100 (216.27) more stores had motorized shopping carts for the Lana V., Fresno, Calif. feet; and Terms of the Sale: Cashier's or certified handicapped, they might find it very profitable. -- Lana, do not use hand sanitizer on your furry check in the sum of $5,000.00 as a de- WESTERLY by last named land, two posit must be shown at the time and Joan M., Tampa, Fla. feline friends. If they ingest it, they could get very place of the sale in order to qualify as a SEND A GREAT HINT TO: sick. Your kitties will be fine if they are kept indoors, hundred forty nine and 01/100 (249.01) feet. bidder (the mortgage holder and its de- Heloise as cats should be, and fed a healthy diet -- and use a signee(s) are exempt from this require- P.O. Box 795001 clean potty pan. -- Heloise Subject to drainage easement reserved ment); high bidder to sign written Memor- San Antonio, TX 78279-5001 TIGHT LIDS in instrument dated July 22, 1966 and re- andum of Sale upon acceptance of bid; balance of purchase price payable by Fax: 1-210-HELOISE Dear Heloise: No doubt many people have a hard corded as aforesaid in Book 3203, Page Email: [email protected] time opening lids on bottles and jars. This is espe- certified check in thirty (30) days from the 381. Together with and subject to notice date of the sale at the offices of mort- FAST FACTS cially true of medicine bottles, which could be very of variance recorded as aforesaid in gagee's attorney, Korde & Associates, New uses for old, expired credit cards: dangerous for a senior like me. What can we do? -- Book 4287, Page 234. P.C., 900 Chelmsford Street, Suite 3102, -- Use to scrape ice and snow from car windows. Ginnie R., Dumas, Texas Lowell, MA 01851 or such other time as -- Use to cut hard cheeses. Ginnie, tell your pharmacist that you want bottles For mortgagor’s title see deed recorded may be designated by mortgagee. The --Use a couple as a shim under a wobbly table. for your medicine that are NOT child proof. You with the Hampden County Registry of description for the premises contained in -- Use as a garden marker. Paint first, then write want the easiest bottle to open available. For other Deeds in Book 5328, Page 120. said mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publica- the name of seeds planted in that row. things, there are bottle openers on the market that are tion. designed to open bottles and jars of various sizes. The property will be sold subject to the PLASTIC CARD SCAM redemption rights in favor of the Internal Dear Heloise: There is a new scam going around You can usually get one at a grocery store or a home Revenue Service by virtue of the tax Other terms to be announced at the sale. on the phone, whether you answer or not. They leave store. Sometimes hardware stores carry them. lien(s) recorded in Hampden County Re- a message saying that if you recently used your card They’re usually not expensive. -- Heloise gistry of Deeds in Book 19168, Page 444 MidFirst Bank to make a purchase to just say “yes, I authorize that (c)2021 by King Features Syndicate Inc. and Book 20632, Page 589. Korde & Associates, P.C. 900 Chelmsford Street Suite 3102 The premises will be sold subject to any Lowell, MA 01851 and all unpaid taxes and other municipal (978) 256-1500 assessments and liens, and subject to prior liens or other enforceable encum- Phelon, William Brian, 19-036211 brances of record entitled to precedence over this mortgage, and subject to and with the benefit of all easements, restric- tions, reservations and conditions of re- (January 11, 18, 2021) cord and subject to all tenancies and/or rights of parties in possession. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Terms of the Sale: Cashier's or certified To be held remotely January 27, 2021, at 7:15PM by the Westfield Zoning Board of Ap- check in the sum of $5,000.00 as a de- peals for Air Compressor Engineering Co. for posit must be shown at the time and variance relief from 3-110.4(3) to allow a gar- place of the sale in order to qualify as a age building replaced within the side yard set- bidder (the mortgage holder and its de- back at 13 Meadow St./parcel 6-7 zoned Busi- signee(s) are exempt from this require- ness A (subject within “17 Meadow St.” cam- ment); high bidder to sign written Memor- pus incl. parcels 6-8, 11, 25, 29); see details at andum of Sale upon acceptance of bid; www.cityofwestfield.org/applications. balance of purchase price payable by certified check in thirty (30) days from the The hearing can be viewed on local cable Ch. date of the sale at the offices of mort- 15 or online at westfieldtv.org, with public com- gagee's attorney, Korde & Associates, ment by teleconference: Call 646-558-8656 P.C., 900 Chelmsford Street, Suite 3102, with Meeting ID# 840 0881 8447 & Passcode# Lowell, MA 01851 or such other time as 15823094 may be designated by mortgagee. The description for the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event (January 11, 18, 2021) of a typographical error in this publica- tion. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Other terms to be announced at the sale. To be held remotely January 27, 2021, at 7:15PM by the Westfield Zoning Board of Ap- Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for peals for Lambson Square Properties LLC for a Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2005-1, special permit/site plan per 3-100.3(5) & 6-10 Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-1 to allow conversion to residential use & vari- ance relief from 3-100.4(1) for lot coverage at 89 Elm St., zoned CORE; see details at Korde & Associates, P.C. www.cityofwestfield.org/applications. 900 Chelmsford Street Suite 3102 The hearing can be viewed on local cable Ch. 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