VOL. 2 NO. 19 SOMERVILLE, MASS. WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2014 TWENTY-FIVE CENTS Inside: Fire department gets Tufts sees life-saving drug largest protest in decades By Jeremy F. van der Heiden In response to a new report published by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR), the student body rallied around Tufts University’s administrative building May 1 to protest the school’s Title IX status. Part of the Education Amendments enacted in 1972, Title IX prohibits discrimination of Extending the any type because of an individual’s gender or bike path sexual orientation, and also covers the actions page 3 an institution must take when a complaint has been filed. This applies to any type of educa- tional program or activity that receives financial assistance from the federal government. The OCR released a comprehensive review May 1 of possible violations, specifically in terms of Title IX requirements that relate to sexual violence. Notably, 55 higher education institutions were named in the investigative re- port, with Tufts University being among them. “We are making this list available in an effort to bring more transparency to our enforcement work and to foster better public awareness of civil rights,” Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights All Somerville Fire Department companies are now equipped with nasal naloxone (Narcan), a prescrip- tion medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. For more info turn to page 5. Catherine E. Lhamon Continued on page 7 Celebrate the city’s history page 7 Performing for peace

By Jack Adams Every year for the past eight years, the Somer- ville Center for Teen Empowerment holds a Youth Peace Conference. The 2014 conference was hosted hosted last Saturday evening at the East Somerville Community School, reopened this year after it burned down 10 years ago. This year’s conference was called “Rising from the Ashes,” a nod to the rebuilding of the East Somerville Community School having risen from its former ashes. Stephanie Berkowitz, the director of external relations at the Center for Teen Empowerment, said it was also a reference The annual running of the moms to how all of Somerville has bounced back after page 14 setbacks over the years. At this year’s event, there was an ice cream social in the school’s cafeteria before the stage Newstalk...... p .2 show began. Many of the Teen Empowerment The Week in Crime. . . . p .4 Center’s partnering organizations, including Commentary...... p .10-11 Groundwork Somerville, Somerville Commu- Beacon Hill Roll Call . . . . p .8 nity Access TV and Bridge over Troubled Wa- Photo by Jack Adams TV Logs...... p .22 ters, had tables and spoke with students. The peace conference is the culmination of an Off The Shelf...... p .23 Kourtney-Shea Yurko and Saladin Islam sing and play for the highly receptive audience at this year’s entire year’s worth of Continued on page 12 Youth Peace Conference. 2••MAY 7, 2014

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Ellen Fabiano McPherson says: At the Board of Aldermen’s meeting at 7 p.m. this Thursday, Hello Jimmy, May 8, the BOA will honor former Ward 3 Alderman Tom As with all folklore,”villen” has many interpretations and significant meanings that are Taylor for his many years of public service on the board, rep- dependent upon the individual. A few years back there were two young men from Somer- resenting not just his constituents in Ward 3 but through- vile, good friends, growing up together. Their families were also friendly. They attended out Somerville as a community. His family will be present, school together, played sports together and created art together. They were trying to make along with many residents here in the city, to witness the sense out of their experiences as boys growing up in a culture that included the sudden and outpouring of thanks from a grateful community here in violent deaths of many of their peers that was rocking the city during the years the were Somerville. This entire event Thursday night will be a great coming of age. They came up with the phrase “villen” and had tattoos put on their wrists. boost to Tom, who has suffered many physical problems he’s Not long afterwards, one of those young men passed away in a tragic accident, his name had to endure over these past few years. Tom has been an was Brian Liberatore. The other still lives and works in Somerville, he is my nephew, Steven inspiration to many here over the years, and especially now Morris. After Brian’s death, Steven and his brother Paul wanted to keep their memory of that he has braved adversity. We hope that the Aldermanic Brian and “villen” going and created a trademark “villen” and copyrighted the name. The Chamber at City Hall overflows with grateful city residents. His family, and in particular his lovely wife, Celia, truly ap- teeshirts, stickers etc. came from that effort. Everyone is entitled to interpret art as they see preciate the kindness shown to Tom over these past several it. And everyone has their own memory and truth. This is mine regarding “villen”. months with his many complications with his cancer. hate it says: *********************** Also at the Board of Alderman meeting this Thursday the hate the whole villen thing. I think it continues and reinforces a thug image. Villen/Villain. owners Bill and Kate Ragusa of Holiday Cleaners will be rec- young people who want to be seen as villains, c’mon. the ville is one thing, but I think we’re ognized for their many and varied contributions and dedica- making the drug/graffiti/villains hanging at the park, lifestyle just a little too cool. If our tion to our city. young people want to be seen as villens, it’s sad, very sad. *********************** This Thursday night, it’s the Sips & Savories with East Uncle Rocco says: Somerville Social from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn on Community pride is great. Tribalism . . not so much. Anytime people start going too heavy lower Washington Street on the Charlestown line. Join on the ‘my people’, ‘my neighborhood’ stuff, and start counting who is ‘one of us’ and who is your friends and neighbors of East Somerville for a tequi- la tasting, featuring Tanteo tequila, paired with lime torti- ‘them’, it’s time to take a few steps back and cool out a little. lla chips, homemade guacamole and fried wontons topped Log onto TheSomervilleTimes.com to leave your own comments­ with southwestern ahi tuna. The cost is $10, and attendees can drop their business card to be entered into a raffle. To RSVP, contact [email protected]. TheSomervilleTimes com. poll of the week *********************** In addition to breaking news, sports and opinion, TheSomervilleTimes.com also features a daily poll in Our condolences to the family of Robert Ventura, a lifelong which you, the reader, tell us where you come down on local issues. Last week’s poll concerned your views resident and veteran who passed away this past week. He was on whether or not you have noticed a negative change in service since the USPS closed the Union Square waked at Doherty’s on Tuesday. He leaves his wife, Lucille, to Post Office. If you don’t agree with the results, simply log onto TheSomervilleTimes.com. whom we offer our sincere condolences. Bob was a very active member here in Somerville until recently. He was a nice guy and well liked by everyone who knew him. *********************** Congratulations to our good friend James “Jimmy” Mastro-

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Executive Assistant – Cam Toner Advertising Director – Bobbie Toner Arts Editor – Doug Holder Writers: David R. Smith, Jim Clark, Tom Bannister Contributors: Jimmy Del Ponte,William C. Shelton Photographer: Claudia Ferro The Somerville Times is published every Wednesday MAY 7, 2014••3 MBTA to extend bike path through Somerville The MBTA will build an extension of the thanks to the determination of so many,” community bike path along the Green Mayor Joe Curtatone said. “This proj- Line from Lechmere Station to the forth- ect is about much more than biking and coming Lowell Street Station, connecting walking. It’s about building a community to the current path and bringing the total and a region that is equitable, connected length of Somerville’s bicycle and pedes- and vibrant.” trian path to two miles. “Today’s announcement of funding Under an agreement between the for the GLX Community Path further MBTA and the city, the MBTA will first demonstrates our vision for the future build the path along the extended Green of transportation in the commonwealth,” Line from Lechmere Station to the forth- Gov. Deval Patrick said. “Investment in coming Brickbottom Station at Wash- transportation infrastructure that pro- ington Street as part of Phase II of the vides better access to more healthy, sus- Green Line Extension, which is sched- tainable and cost-efficient options is uled for completion in late 2017 with the necessary to continue to move Massachu- opening of the new Lechmere, Brickbot- setts forward.” tom and Union Square stations. Bicycle infrastructure is an integral As the Green Line Extension (GLX) component of the Green Line Extension, project continues, the MBTA will build which upon completion will have 1,100 the remaining stretch of the path from bicycle parking spaces throughout the Brickbottom Station to the future Low- seven stations, including dedicated pedal- ell Street Station. Last May, the state and-park enclosed bicycle storage units Department of Transportation (Mass- that can be accessed using a Bike Char- DOT) began work on extending the path lie Card. Last June, MassDOT agreed to from Cedar Street to Lowell Street. fund a complete design of the path from Once the path is fully built, it will cre- Lowell Street to Lechmere as part of the ate a seamless link from the Minuteman Green Line Extension. The design previ- Bikeway to the Charles River paths, cre- ously ended at Inner Belt. The current bike and pedestrian path will be extended by some two miles as the MBTA and city work ating a 48-mile continuous path network “MassDOT’s vision for sustainable, together to make the project a reality. connecting 11 cities and towns in the healthy, accessible transportation has no Greater Boston region. The path will also better example than the commitment city, along with the installation of 75 transit-friendly city in the nation, re- provide emergency egress and a utility made to the GLX Community Path new bike racks and 10 bike corrals. The gardless of population size, according to corridor for the Green Line Extension. made here today,” MassDOT Secretary city has also updated and added pedes- the 2014 National Walk Score ratings, “When construction began last May on and CEO Richard A. Davey said. trian safety infrastructure such as street and a Silver Bicycle Friendly Commu- the Cedar Street to Lowell Street exten- Somerville’s bike network has more trees, curb bump-outs and ADA-ac- nity, according to The League of Amer- sion of the Community Path, I said it was than doubled in the last decade, bring- cessible ramps that make the city more ican Bicyclists, a designation the city only the beginning and that we would ex- ing the city’s total to more than 30 linear walkable. Somerville is now the seventh earned only two years after earning a tend the path to Boston. That day is here miles of bike lanes in a 4.1-square-mile most walkable city and the ninth most bronze-level designation. Somerville Library Director Maria Carpenter departing for new job programs such as StoryCorps @ Your By David R. Smith Library, Muslim Journeys series and The Library Director Maria Carpenter, who Awesome Box project. has held the position since 2011, will be leaving the position this month after accepting the job of library director in “Maria has advanced Santa Monica, Calif. An acting director will be appointed as the city searches for our public libraries, a full-time replacement. as well as their programs “I will miss working alongside talented coworkers, Board of Aldermen, Trust- and services, for ees, and Friends, all of whom are ded- icated to excellent library and city ser- residents of all ages...” vices,” she said. In her time with the city, Carpen- “Maria has advanced our public librar- ter influenced and instituted a number ies, as well as their programs and services, of changes within the public libraries, for residents of all ages, bringing libraries including: launching a Library Teen back into the spotlight in terms of the im- Space; co-authoring a winning provi- mense benefits they provide to our com- sional grant of $18 million for a new munity,” Mayor Joseph Curtatone said. library building currently proposed “She is one of our most innovative and for Union Square; expanded weekend driven managers, and though we are sad hours at all three branches; increased li- to lose her, we are proud of her accom- brary card membership through success- plishments and excited for her newest ful public campaigns; and launching new and prestigious adventure.” The job posting and additional informa- The Norton Group tion about a search for a replacement will be available at www.somervillema.gov in Buying or Selling? coming weeks. For information about the Somerville Public Libraries, visit www. www.thenortongroupre.com somervillepubliclibrary.org. 4••MAY 7, 2014

By Jim Clark Double-wrapped dealer unwrapped A police officer on patrol last According to the officer, that the owner of the vehicle grade marijuana in it. When Delucien was then advised Saturday spotted a vehicle driv- Delucien appeared very nervous, was a woman in Quincy. It was asked if he had any other drugs that he was being placed under ing the wrong way through the hesitating and stammering while at that time that backup officers Delucien reportedly told them arrest for possession of a Class powder House Rotary and then attempting to respond to the arrived to assist in the incident. that he did not. D substance with intent to dis- proceed down Broadway. questions. He eventually told The officer informed Delucien After conducting an extensive tribute and taken to the station The officer followed and the officer that the car belonged that that the vehicle’s registra- search of the vehicle, officers re- for booking. stopped the car, then ran a check to his girlfriend from Quincy tion was suspended and that it portedly found two individually While undergoing process- on the vehicle, which was report- and that he was on his way to would be towed. ½ ounce packaged bags of mar- ing at the police station, it edly found to have a suspended meet some friends in Somerville. The officer asked if he could ijuana, as well as an additional was noticed that Delucien was registration. He reportedly told the officer search the car and Delucien 1-gram bag under the front pas- wearing two pairs of pants. A The officer then approached that he had permission from the consented, according to reports. senger seat of the car. subsequent search of the hid- the vehicle and asked the driver, vehicles owner to use it. When asked if they could search When asked if they were his, den pants reportedly turned identified as Steverson Deluc- The officer then ran a check on his person, Delucien reportedly Delucien reportedly denied up several more bags of mar- ien, 26, of Dorchester, whose Delucien and reportedly found agreed to this as well. that that were, and claimed ijuana in their pockets, which vehicle he was driving and that he had an extensive crimi- Police said that they found a that he was holding the items was inventoried and placed in where he was going. nal record. It was also confirmed 1-gram plastic baggie with high- for a friend. the evidence lock up. High school spat gets serious Police investigated a reported his cheek, the area around his with a juvenile accomplice, be- were wearing were present on tackers, it appeared that the case of assault of a student at eye, his ear and the area within gan hitting him as he made his the side of the victim’s head. juvenile had left the premis- Somerville High School last his hairline. way through the stairwell area, The officer asked the victim es. Castro-Ramos could not week. The victim reportedly told according to reports. why he thought he had been be found in his scheduled The investigating officer met the officer that he had been at- The victim further stated that attacked and he reportedly said class, but was located in the with the alleged victim in the tacked in the stairwell between the two alleged attackers had that he had been in a fight with cafeteria. He was subsequent- school’s Nurse’s Office and the third and fourth floors of knocked him to the ground and another student a few days ear- ly placed under arrest and gathered facts pertaining to the school building. He said kicked him in the head with lier and that he thought this at- charged with assault and bat- the case, including taking the that he had been followed their shod feet. tack was made in retaliation. tery with a dangerous weapon victim’s statement as to what down the third floor hallway The school nurse reportedly The victim’s father arrived and (shod foot). had occurred. by one of the alleged attackers, confirmed that marks consis- took the student to the Somer- A warrant for the arrest of the The left side of the victim’s head Salvador Castro-Ramos, 19, tent with the soles of the type ville Hospital Emergency Room. juvenile suspect was also put was swollen and red, including and that Castro-Ramos, along of sneakers the alleged attackers Searching for the alleged at- into effect. Crime Tip Hotline: 617-776-7210 Help Keep Somerville Safe! SOMERVILLE POLICE CRIME LOG Arrests: Mystic St., Everett, April 30, reported a theft at 775 Mc- April 28, 8:12 a.m., police re- April 30, 7:44 a.m., police re- Salvador Castro-Ramos, 12:05 p.m., arrested at Broad- Grath Hwy. ported a breaking & entering at ported a destruction of proper- 19, of 17 Autumn St., April way on a charge of carrying a April 28, 1:54 p.m., police re- Washington St. ty at Glen St. 28, 12:17 p.m., arrested at 91 dangerous weapon. ported a theft at 855 Broadway. April 28, 9:14 a.m., police re- April 30, 8:56 a.m., police re- Highland Ave. on a charge of Juan Sanchez, 30, of 171 Fay- April 28, 4:03 p.m., police re- ported a breaking & entering at ported a destruction of proper- assault and battery with a dan- wood St., E. Boston, April 30, ported a theft at 236 Holland Moreland St. ty at Mt. Vernon St. gerous weapon. 7:44 p.m., arrested at Bonner St. April 28, 9:23 a.m., police re- April 30, 10:11 a.m., police Three juveniles, April 28, Ave. on a warrant charge of un- April 28, 4:55 p.m., police re- ported a breaking & entering at reported a destruction of prop- 5:13 p.m., arrested at 95 licensed operation of a motor ported a theft at Dartmouth St. 101 Linwood St. erty at Virginia St. Wheatland St. on charges of vehicle. April 30, 8:17 a.m., police April 30, 9:40 p.m., police re- May 1, 11:22 a.m., police re- trespassing and felony daytime Hubert Goss, 34, of 129 reported a theft at Campbell ported a breaking & entering at ported a destruction of proper- breaking and entering. Perkins St., May 2, 7:58 a.m., Pkwy. Beacon St. ty at Oxford St. arrested at home on a charge April 30, 7:31 p.m., police May 3, 9:38 a.m., police re- Christoph Boyd, 42, of 36 Vehicle Theft: of abuse prevention order vio- reported a theft at 176 Somer- ported a destruction of proper- Parker St., Attleboro, April May 3, 10:21 a.m., police re- lation. ville Ave. ty at College Ave. 29, 9:05 a.m., arrested at 709 ported a vehicle theft at High- Steverson Delucien, 26, of May 1, 8:26 a.m., police re- McGrath Hwy. on warrant land Ave. Trespassing: 183 Center St., Dorchester, ported a theft at Dane Ave. charges of uninsured motor April 28, 5:13 p.m., police re- May 3, 2:53 a.m., arrested at May 1, 9:20 a.m., police re- Assault: vehicle or trailer, unregistered ported a trespassing at Wheat- 540 Broadway on charges of ported a theft at Wheatland St. April 28, 12:17 p.m., police motor vehicle, and number land St. plate violation. impaired operation of a motor May 2, 5:15 p.m., police re- reported an assault at 91 High- Sean O’Shea, 42, of 69 Ce- vehicle, possession of a class D ported a theft at Dane St. land Ave. Disorderly Conduct: dar St., April 29, 9:30 p.m., ar- drug, drug possession to dis- May 3, 10:57 p.m., police re- April 29, 6:09 p.m., police April 29, 11:36 a.m., police rested at 393 Highland Ave. on tribute, and unregistered mo- ported a theft at 20 Cummings reported an assault at Auburn reported a disorderly conduct a charge of assault and battery tor vehicle. St. Ave. at Elmwood St. May 4, 11:10 a.m., police re- April 29, 9:46 p.m., police re- on a police officer and on a war- Incidents: Drug Violation: rant charge of felony nighttime ported a theft at 600 Mystic ported an assault at Highland Theft: May 3, 2:53 a.m., police re- breaking and entering. Valley Pkwy. Ave. April 28, 12:36 a.m., police ported a drug violation at Michael Denning, 36, of 25 Breaking & Entering: Destruction of Property: Trum Field.

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Fire department equipped OBITUARY Robert A. Ventura Sr. with anti-overdose drug of Owen, Maeghan and Joshua Ventura. Relatives and friends As of last week, all Somerville seph Curtatone said. “Over the Dr. Assaad Sayah, agreed to invited. Interment will take Fire Department companies are last three months, we have lost provide the necessary medical place at the MA Veteran’s Me- now equipped with nasal nal- several residents to this terrible oversight for the program with morial Cemetery, Winchen- oxone (Narcan), a prescription disease, and though we know Dr. Jordan Wagner assigned as don, MA at 2 p.m. In lieu of medication that can reverse an we must come together as a re- the medical control physician for flowers donations may be opioid overdose. In a joint effort gion to combat addiction and to the Somerville Fire Department. made in Robert’s memory to with the Cambridge Health Al- find more and better ways to in- Initial training was conducted the Wounded Warrior Proj- liance, Cataldo Ambulance and crease access to support services by Cataldo Ambulance Inc. ect, PO BOX 758517, Tope- the Somerville Board of Health and resources, ensuring that our “Our firefighters are often the ka, KS 66675. Retired from and Trauma Response Network, first responders are trained and first on the scene, which is why the US Army and Korean War Somerville firefighters complet- equipped with tools like Narcan we felt it was critical to ensure VENTURA, Robert A. Sr., Veteran. Late member MA ed training on administering the can greatly increase our ability all of our companies are trained 78 - Of Chelmsford formerly National Guard, American prescription to victims of drug to save lives and work to provide and equipped with Narcan,” of Somerville May 1, 2014. Legion Post 313, N. Chelms- overdose. In March, Gov. Deval those necessary supports at the Fire Chief Kevin Kelleher said. Beloved husband of Lucille ford, American Legion Post Patrick declared a public health local level.” “Those extra seconds or minutes (Armstrong). Loving father of 19, Somerville, 126th Sig. Bn. emergency in Massachusetts The Somerville Fire Depart- saved can sometimes make all Randy R. and his wife Mirisa Association, 211th Military due to the growing epidemic of ment has partnered with the the difference in our ability to of Melrose and Rodney R. and Police Bn. and Masonic King opioid addition and increasing Cambridge Heath Alliance save a life. Just this past month, his wife Betty-Jo of Leomin- Solomon’s Lodge, Somerville. rates of fatal overdose. (CHA) to purchase Narcan di- in fact, we were able to rescue an ster. Loving brother of Jean For more information visit “There is a public health emer- rectly through its pharmaceu- overdose victim by administer- Barry and her husband Don dohertyfuneralservice.com. gency in the commonwealth as tical companies at discounted ing Narcan. We all always hope of Somerville. Cherished Papa it relates to opioid use and over- rates. Other medical supplies it never comes to an overdose, dose, and the city of Somerville and kits will be purchased but when it does, we want to is far from immune to the chal- through separate vendors. The have every possible tool to help Suspect packs lenges of addiction,” Mayor Jo- chief medical officer of CHA, that individual on hand.” a wallop Narcan training, addiction resources for community members Denning was reportedly car- By Jim Clark The Somerville Health Department and the Somerville Office of Prevention, in cooperation with Teen Em- rying, police said they discov- powerment and Save Our Somerville, recently hosted a free How to Save a Life workshop and discussion on substance abuse, prescription drug misuse, and education, as well as strategies for support systems and Police detained and arrested a ered a pair of brass knuckles, treatment, recovery and coping mechanisms for victims and families. The workshop also included training in man who fit the description of a hacksaw with several blades, Narcan administration for community members. To receive notification of the next workshop, contact Patty the suspect in two separately a pair of pliers, a Swiss Army Contente at 617-625-6600, ext. 4325, or email [email protected]. reported cases of breaking and Knife, a drill bit set and a pair If you or anyone you know is seeking support or resources for addressing drug addiction, additional entering last week. of work gloves. resources include: Michael Denning, 36, of Ever- He was placed under arrest • Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline: 1-800-327-5050 ett, was stopped by police offi- and charged with carrying a • Families Anonymous, 121 Washington St., Medford. Meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. cers who noted how closely his dangerous weapon. Possible Call 781-727-1803 for more information. appearance matched that of the connections to recent cases of • Learn 2 Cope at Spaulding Hospital, 1575 Cambridge St., Cambridge. Meets Mondays at 7 p.m. home intrusion suspect. breaking and entering are being Call 508-738-5148 for more information. In searching the bag that investigated. Public invited to shape plans for CPA funding Want to help determine how The meetings will take place mittee will present its draft Once the prioritization plan is the city should spend at least at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, priorities for CPA-funded finalized, the committee will $1.5 million on affordable in the West Somerville Neigh- projects, such as preserving begin the application process housing, open space, outdoor borhood School, 177 Powder expiring-use affordable homes for receiving CPA funding, recreation and historic preser- House Blvd., and Monday, and expanding access to and which is open to all. Residents vation projects? The Somer- May 12, in the East Somer- use of the Mystic River and will also have the opportunity ville Community Preservation ville Community School, 50 Alewife Brook corridors to provide feedback on eligible Committee will gather public Cross St. Those unable to at- The committee will then project proposals once all ap- feedback at two public hear- tend either meeting may also listen to the public and use plications are submitted. ings this month that will assist submit written comments the feedback from both hear- For more information on the in finalizing the criteria the through May 31 by email to ings to finalize the priorities, CPA, visit the city’s website at committee uses to determine [email protected] which will guide the commit- www.somervillema.gov/CPA. which projects are recom- or by mail to Emily Monea, tee’s decisions about which Contact Emily Monea at 617- mended for funding through SomerStat, 93 Highland Ave., projects it will recommend to 625-6600, ext. 2118, or emo- the Community Preservation Somerville, MA 02143. the Board of Aldermen for [email protected] with Act (CPA). 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~ Notary Public ~ Justice of the Peace ~ MARIE HOWE REAL ESTATE 617-666-4040 MAY 7, 2014••7 Celebrate Somerville’s history this month Throughout the month, the ville: “Identifying Architectural Somerville Historic Preserva- Gems From Gilman Square to tion Committee (SHPC) and East Somerville,” Sunday, May other local organizations part- 18, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Led by Ed- ner to host numerous events ward Gordon, president of the honoring Somerville’s history New England Chapter of the and historic districts. Remain- Victorian Society in America, ing events include: and sponsored in collaboration Milk Row Cemetery: First with East Somerville Main public opening, Tuesday, May Streets, the walk begins at the 13, 6–8 p.m. Docents, dressed Somerville Central Library at in period clothing, open this his- 81 Highland Ave. and concludes toric cemetery founded in 1804 with complimentary appetizers by Samuel Tufts. Barbara Mang- at the East End Grille on Broad- um, objects conservator and way. Rain or shine; president of Historic Somer- A talk with Somerville veter- ville, Inc., will lead an informa- ans: “An Historical Overview of tive tour from 6:30-7:30 p.m. the Somerville Story,” Tuesday, Meet at the front gate at 439 May 20, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. in the Somerville Ave. Rain or shine. conference room at the Tufts Other public openings June-Oc- Administration Building, 169 tober TBD; Holland St.; Walking tour of East Somer- Historic Preservation Awards

The historic sites of Somerville will be highlighted throughout the month of May. — Photo by Claudia Ferro

Ceremony: Thursday, May 22, Dress up in period clothing. well as tips for getting started. 6:30 – 9 p.m. A reception will Begins at City Hall and ends at Somerville Central Library, 79 be followed by a ceremony to Clarendon Hill. For more infor- Highland Ave.; honor 12 Somerville property mation, contact admin@histor- Thirteenth annual Historic Photo by Andrew Firestone owners for their award-win- icsomerville.org. Rain or shine.; Bike Tour:“Somerville Leads ning preservation work on the A discussion: “Researching the Way,” Sunday, June 12, 2-5 exterior of their properties. The the History of Your House and p.m. Co-sponsored with the properties include both histori- Your Family,” Wednesday, May Somerville Bike Committee, the cally designated homes as well as 28, 7 - 8:30 p.m. with Kristi 2.5-hour guided ride is designed older buildings in the city. SHS Chase, preservation planner for for all ages and riding levels. students will present their orig- the SHPC, Kevin Kelley, refer- Starts at City Hall at 2 p.m. $3 inal drawings of each property ence librarian for the Somerville suggested donation. to the owners. The event takes Public Library, and the city’s For more information, con- place in the historically unique archivist, Nadia Dixon. Find tact SHPC Executive Director space within the Somerville Ar- out how each of these resources Brandon Wilson at 617-625- mory, 191 Highland Ave.; can help you research the his- 6600, ext. 2532, or via bwilson@ Memorial Day Parade: Sun- tories of your house and family. somervillema.gov or visit www. day, May 25, 1 p.m. Join the Mini tour of genealogy resourc- somervillema.gov/historicpres- Historic Somerville contingent. es at the library and beyond, as ervation for updates and photos.

Tufts sees largest protest in decades CONT. FROM PG 1 explained in a statement. “We Obama administration. for Title IX compliance, which where our policies and proce- members and the student or- hope this increased transpar- As a result, more than 100 stu- has a stipulation that demands dures could be improved.” ganizers agreed that the dis- ency will spur community dia- dents were reported to attend a schools resolve any complaints The administration notedcussion will continue until the logue about this important is- protest that circled the admin- within 60 days. that the conversation will con- school has re-signed the Volun- sue. I also want to make it clear istrative building, while repre- University administrators stat- tinue on into the summer, and tary Resolution Agreement and that a college or university’s sentatives of the undergradu- ed that the revocation of signa- regretted that certain actions it achieves compliance with Title appearance on this list and be- ate classes and the school itself ture constituted a Voluntary took caused unrest among the IX as a whole. ing the subject of a Title IX in- spoke inside. Resolution Agreement, but that school’s student body and com- “We are in strong agreement vestigation in no way indicates A joint statement from Tufts the school has every interest in munity. Other actions will in- with all of you that sexual mis- at this stage that the college or officials and student organizers continuing talks with the OCR clude a complete review of Tufts conduct has no place at this university is violating or has vi- explained that the two collec- and re-signing the document. guidelines for disciplinary sanc- university,” Monaco echoed in olated the law.” tive parties completed a pro- In fact, President Anthony Mo- tions that relate to cases of sex- a statement. “Tufts must be a The OCR noted that the in- ductive and successful dialogue naco approved the creation of a ual misconduct, working with place where students find both vestigative report and associ- regarding the school’s Title IX Response and Resource Coordi- the Task Force to ensure total the resources they need and ated list were put forth in ef- status. The specific issue which nator that will be developed by compliance before the beginning policies and procedures they forts to further drive the White students were protesting related a Task Force to ensure that the of the fall semester. can trust. I want to focus our House Task Force to Protect back to the university’s decision school is on the right track to- Currently, the school’s sexual efforts on the goal we all share Students from Sexual As- to forfeit its signature of a Vol- ward compliance. misconduct adjudication pro- - eliminating sexual misconduct sault that was launched by the untary Resolution Agreement “Nothing we can do as an cess policies dictate a response at our university. Thank you for institution is more important time between 60 and 90 calen- your dedication to this import- than ensuring the safety of all dar days, but the report stated ant issue.” members of our community,” that some cases have taken be- Other Massachusetts schools Monaco explained in a state- tween 120 and 240 days to re- named on the list of Title IX ment, as read by Provost David solve. The administration stated noncompliance investigations Harris at the rally. “I am very that it will work toward com- included Amherst College, Bos- grateful to the many people who pliance with the 60-day rule, as ton University, Emerson Col- have spoken candidly about well as the notification statute lege, Harvard College, the Har- their own experiences. You have for any adjudication process that vard University Law School and helped educate us about the im- exceeds this limit. the University of Massachusetts pact of sexual misconduct and Both Tufts administrative - Amherst. 8••MAY 7, 2014

Beacon Hill Roll Call

Volume 39-Report No. 18 • April 28-May 2, 2014 • Copyright © 2014 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. By Bob Katzen

Beacon Hill Roll Call can also be viewed on our website at www .thesomervilletimes .com THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call studies the impact of the cuts. (A “Yes” vote is for the budget. A “No” vote is against the records the votes of local representatives on ten roll Under House rules, the amendment to study and delay budget.) calls and local senators on three from the week of April the tax cut is voted upon first. If it passes, which it always 28-May 2. does, no other amendments can be introduced and the Rep. Denise Provost Yes original proposal that would simply cut the tax is dead Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes Our Legislators in the House and Senate for without ever having a direct vote on it. Republicans say Somerville: that the studies are a sham because they are never done. STUDY GAS TAX EXEMPTION FOR CITIES This is all pre-planned by the Democratic leadership. AND TOWNS (H 4000) The speaker at the podium calls upon a representative House 119-32, approved an amendment prohibiting a who is loyal to him and that member proposes the delay proposal exempting cities’ and towns’ vehicle fuel pur- and study. Even if a Republican member is waving his or chases from the 24 cents per gallon gas tax from taking her hands and shouting to be recognized, he or she will effect until the Department of Revenue studies the eco- not be called upon because he or she would not propose nomic impact of the exemption. the delay and study. Supporters of the study said the proposal is attractive GOP members have always been wary of this ploy and but noted that the actual cost is unknown and might be a this year many spoke out strongly against it. They urged lot higher than the up to $11 million that proponents of the Democratic leadership to stop purposely trying to the exemption are indicating. They argued that the study Rep. Denise Provost confuse the voters and instead allow a vote directly on will simply allow accurate estimates of the costs. DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Twenty-seventh Mid- the tax reductions themselves. They said the Democratic Opponents of the study said that the exemption would dlesex. - Consisting of precinct 3 of ward 2, all precincts leadership hopes that voters see that their representative save cities and towns $11 million that they could use of ward 3, precinct 3 of ward 4, and all precincts of voted “yes” but do not realize that the “yes” vote is not in to make up for local aid cuts. They argued that the ex- wards 5 and 6, of the city of Somerville, in the county favor of the tax cut but rather in favor of the study and emption would simply replace the current system under of Middlesex. delay. Some GOP members said that voters are smarter which communities pay the gas tax to the state, which than Democrats think and will see through this charade. then distributes the revenue to communities in the form The Democrats fall into four categories. Some Dem- of Chapter 90 money for road and bridge repairs. ocrats favor the tax cut and vote with the Republicans The roll call vote is on the amendment to study the tax against the study. Others say that they are truly open exemption. (A “Yes” vote is for the study. A “No” vote is to the tax reduction but vote for the study because they against the study and favors the exemption.) want to find out the cost first. A third group opposes the proposal but also opposes the study because they Rep. Denise Provost Yes feel that there should be a direct vote on the proposal. Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes Rep. Timothy Toomey Most vote for the study and acknowledge that the study DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Twenty-sixth Middle- is designed to protect incumbent Democrats and pre- STUDY SALES TAX CUT FROM 6.25 PERCENT sex. - Consisting of all precincts of ward 1, precinct 1 vent them from being required to vote directly against TO 5 PERCENT (H 4000) of ward 2, precincts 1 and 2 of ward 3, and precinct 1 tax cuts. House 115-36, approved a Democratic leadership-spon- of ward 6, of the city of Cambridge, and all precincts of Beacon Hill Roll Call urges you to read the roll calls care- sored amendment prohibiting a proposal reducing the ward 1 and precincts 1 and 2 of ward 2, of the city of fully and be aware that in most cases in which a study is sales tax from 6.25 percent to 5 percent from taking ef- Somerville, both in the county of Middlesex. proposed in place of a tax cut, a “yes” vote is for the study fect until the Department of Revenue studies the eco- and essentially is against the tax cut. Conversely, a “no” nomic impact of the exemption. vote is against the study and generally favors the tax cut. Supporters of the study said the state cannot afford the estimated $1.25 billion loss of revenue and predicted HOUSE APPROVES $36.2 BILLION BUDGET that this tax cut would result in reductions to local aid, (H 4000) education, health care and human service programs. House 148-2, approved and sent to the Senate an es- Opponents of the study said this increased sales tax timated $36.2 billion state budget for the fiscal year is hurting consumers and retail operations, especially beginning July 1, 2014. The Senate will soon draft and those on the state’s borders. They argued that you can’t approve its own version. A House-Senate conference tax your way out of this poor economy and urged the committee will eventually craft a plan that will be ap- state to live within its means. Sen. Patricia Jehlen proved by the House and Senate and then sent to Gov. The roll call vote is on the amendment to study the tax DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Second Middlesex. Deval Patrick. cuts. (A “Yes” vote is for studying the tax cut. A “No” vote - Consisting of the cities of Cambridge, wards 9 to 11, The House on the floor added more than $100 mil- is against the study and favors the tax cut.) inclusive, Medford and Somerville, and the town of lion over a three-day period. While some controversial Winchester, precincts 4 to 7, inclusive, in the county of amendments were debated on the House floor, most of Rep. Denise Provost Yes Middlesex. the work was done behind the scenes. Individual repre- Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes sentatives filed dozens of amendments on the same gen- Several of the House roll call votes involve successful at- eral subject matters, including local aid, social services STUDY REDUCING INCOME TAX RATE TO 5 tempts by Speaker Robert DeLeo and his Democratic and public safety. They were then invited to “subject PERCENT (H 4000) leadership team to prevent Democratic members, in an meetings” at which they pitched their amendments to House 118-32, approved a Democratic leadership-spon- election year, from having to vote directly against several Democratic leaders who drafted “consolidated amend- sored amendment prohibiting a proposal reducing the Republican proposals including ones to reduce taxes. ments” that were brought to the House floor for consid- income tax from 5.3 percent to 5 percent from taking Here’s an example of how it works: The Republicans of- eration and easily approved. effect until the Department of Revenue studies the eco- fer a proposal to reduce the sales tax from 6.25 percent Supporters said the budget is a fiscally responsible and nomic impact of the exemption. back to 5 percent. If the Democratic leadership does balanced one that funds important programs to the best Supporters of the study said the state simply cannot af- nothing, there would be a roll call vote directly on the of the state’s ability during this difficult economy. ford to lose billions of dollars in revenue that will result tax reduction. Most Democrats would vote against it Opponents said the budget process was flawed from day in severe cuts to very important programs like education, and then would be open to charges of being anti-taxpay- one when the House voted to prohibit any amendments local aid, mental health and substance abuse. er in the election campaign. increasing local aid or reforming welfare. They argued Opponents of the study said that voters in 2000 ap- The Democrats, with a 129-29 membership advantage, the budget does not help reduce property taxes, supports proved a gradual reduction of that year’s 5.85 percent control the House. A Democratic member offers a “de- in-state tuition for illegal aliens but not for veterans and tax to five percent by January 2003, and it is time for the laying” amendment that would prohibit the tax reduc- spends $2 billion on people who do not qualify for state Legislature to honor that vote. They argued that the bil- tion from taking effect until the Department of Revenue benefits including illegal immigrants. lions of dollars saved by taxpayers will be pumped back MAY 7, 2014••9

Beacon Hill Roll Call continued into the economy. to the city or town. Rep. Timothy Toomey No The roll call vote is on the amendment to study the tax Amendment opponents said this would cost the state an cuts. (A “Yes” vote is for studying the tax cut. A “No” vote undetermined amount of revenue and noted addition- HIKE MINIMUM WAGE TO $11 PER HOUR (S is against the study and favors the tax cut.) al funds are already in the budget for public safety and 2123) youth violence prevention. They noted the bill is poorly Senate 34-5, approved a bill hiking the current $8 per Rep. Denise Provost Yes drafted and doesn’t specify what training these officers hour minimum wage by $3 over the next three years, be- Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes would be required to have. ginning on July 1, 2014, to $11 per hour. Future wages (A “Yes” vote is for allowing police officers in schools. A would be automatically raised to reflect increases in the STUDY PROHIBITING LOWER TUITION “No” vote is against allowing it.) consumer price index. Other provisions make changes RATES FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS (H 4000) in the state’s unemployment insurance system including House 103-46, approved a Democratic leadership-spon- Rep. Denise Provost No freezing the 2014 unemployment insurance tax rate paid sored amendment prohibiting a proposal prohibiting Rep. Timothy Toomey No by employers at the 2013 level instead of allowing an au- illegal immigrant students from paying the preferred, tomatic scheduled increase to take effect. lower in-state tuition rates and fees at Massachusetts $249.8 MILLION IN NEW LOCAL AID (H 4000) Supporters said this pro-worker bill would ensure eco- state colleges and universities from taking effect until the House 31-119, rejected an amendment that would pro- nomic justice and help thousands of families that are Department of Higher Education studies the impact of vide $249.8 of local aid in addition to the $150.2 in- living near the poverty level despite the fact that the the prohibition. crease communities are already receiving. The $249.8 breadwinner works in excess of 40 hours weekly. They Supporters of the study said many of these students were would be used for property tax relief and would be dis- argued that a minimum wage hike is one of the best an- babies when they were brought here by their parents and tributed based on a formula that would ensure that each ti-poverty programs available. had no choice about entering the country illegally. They community receives a total of 8 percent more in Chapter Opponents said the hike is excessive and noted they noted some hardworking students are currently required 70 school aid and unrestricted local aid than it did last supported a more moderate hike to $9.50. They argued to pay out-of-state tuition rates that are up to five times year. Some communities that under the original $150.2 the bill is unfair to businesses that are already faced with higher than the in-state rate. million are already receiving an 8 percent hike would re- skyrocketing health care and energy costs and would Opponents of the study said the state should not offer ceive $0 additional under the formula. also hurt consumers by forcing businesses to raise prices. financial rewards to anyone who has broken the law and Amendment supporters said the funds will help local (A “Yes” vote is for the minimum wage hike to $11. A is in this country illegally. They argued it is outrageous taxpayers who are being squeezed by property taxes. “No” vote is against it.) to offer low tuition rates to these students while legal Amendment opponents said the state simply cannot af- citizens from outside Massachusetts, including war vet- ford this money. Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes erans, are required to pay higher rates if they attend a (A “Yes” vote is for the $249.8 million. A “No” vote is Sen. Patricia Jehlen Yes Massachusetts state school. against it.) The roll call vote is on the amendment to study the pro- HIKE MINIMUM WAGE TO $9.50 PER HOUR hibition of lower tuition rates illegal immigrants. (A Rep. Denise Provost No (S 2123) “Yes” vote is for the study. A “No” vote is against the Rep. Timothy Toomey No Senate 7-31, rejected an amendment that would hike the study and favors the prohibition.) minimum wage from $8 per hour to $9.50 per hour over USE SURPLUS FOR LOCAL AID TO CITIES two years instead of to $11 per hour over three years. Rep. Denise Provost Yes AND TOWNS (H 4000) Instead of tying future hikes in the minimum wage to Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes House 32-119, rejected an amendment that would re- increases in the consumer price index, the amendment quire one-half of any state tax revenue, above the pro- requires the minimum wage to be reviewed every two STUDY LOWER TUITION RATES FOR VET- jected $24.3 billion in expected revenue in fiscal 2015, to years by administration officials, who would be required ERANS (H 4000) be distributed to cities and towns as unrestricted addi- to submit a recommendation on whether or not to in- House 107-42, approved a Democratic leader- tional local aid. The amendment would cap the amount crease it. ship-sponsored amendment prohibiting a proposal at $100 million. Amendment supporters said this is a more reasonable that would allow honorably discharged veterans to pay Amendment supporters said this would ensure that the hike that is fair to workers and employers. the preferred, lower in-state tuition rates and fees at Legislature does not squander any budget surplus. They Amendment opponents said the $9.50 will not provide Massachusetts state colleges and universities from tak- argued that struggling cities and towns deserve this ex- sufficient help to families living near the poverty level de- ing effect until the Department of Higher Education cess money. spite working 40 or more hours per week. studies the impact of the lower rates for veterans. The Amendment opponents said it is irresponsible to prom- (A “Yes” vote is for the hike to $9.50. A “No” vote is proposal would offer the discount to all in-state veter- ise any portion of this excess revenue to cities and towns against it.) ans and to any veteran from across the nation who des- without knowing what the state’s financial situation will ignates Massachusetts as his/her intended home and be at that time. They argued that the amendment would Sen. Sal DiDomenico No moves to Massachusetts within one year of attending a tie the hands of the Legislature. Sen. Patricia Jehlen No state college and university. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment requiring that up to Supporters of the study said there is no estimate on how $100 million go to local aid. A “No” vote is against the DELETE TIES TO CONSUMER PRICE INDEX much it would cost the state to offer this discount to all amendment.) (S 2123) these veterans. Senate 11-27, rejected an amendment that would delete Opponents of the study said it is outrageous that the Rep. Denise Provost No the section that ties future hikes in the minimum wage state provides the lower tuition rate for some illegal im- Rep. Timothy Toomey No to increases in the consumer price index. migrants but not to veterans. Amendment supporters said that any future hikes The roll call vote is on the amendment to study the lower FIND MISSING KIDS (H 4000) should be decided by legislators and not by a faceless tuition rates for veterans. (A “Yes” vote is for the study. House 29-122, rejected an amendment that would pro- index. A “No” vote is against it and favors the lower tuition rate vide $200,000 for the state to hire private investigators Amendment opponents argued that tying the hike to for veterans.) at $50 per hour to search for missing children under the the index will ensure the minimum wage continues to custody of the Department of Children and Families rise in an appropriate manner to help hardworking peo- Rep. Denise Provost Yes (DCF). ple support their families. Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes Amendment supporters said there are currently 134 chil- (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment deleting the section dren under DCF care who are missing and this would put raising future wages based on the consumer price index. POLICE IN SCHOOLS (H 4000) more resources into finding them. They said the current A “No” vote is against the deletion and favors the tie to House 29-118, rejected an amendment that would allow $500,000 in the budget for a pilot program to investigate the consumer price index.) public schools to use current or former police officers to missing children is too vague. provide security in the schools. The police officer would Amendment opponents said the amendment is unneces- Sen. Sal DiDomenico No not receive a salary but would receive a tax credit equal sary because the budget already puts $500,000 into a pro- Sen. Patricia Jehlen No to the amount he or she would receive if working a reg- gram to investigate to look for missing children. ular police detail. The credit would be capped at $8,000. (A “Yes” vote is for the $200,000. A “No” vote is against it.) HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Amendment supporters cited many recent school shoot- Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the ings and said this would help protect students at no cost Rep. Denise Provost No House and Senate were in session Continued on page 21 10••MAY 7, 2014

COMMENTARY

The views and opinions expressed in the commentaries ofThe Somerville Times do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions ofThe Somerville Times, its publishers or staff. Saving the economy starts with saving federal Highway Trust Fund lion in transportation funding maintain and upgrade Massa- funding. Our state legislators lion in city, state and federal according to a report released chusetts’ current transportation passed last year’s reform bill and funds, most of it into new road- last week by nonprofit Trans- systems, and last year’s reform this year’s capital improvement ways for Somerville’s newest portation for America. Con- bill is a much-needed step to- plan because they understand neighborhood. That investment gress has a number of options ward preventing the kind of that funding our transportation in turn leveraged $1.5 billion of to choose from that could rescue insolvency that now faces the system impacts us directly at the just initial private investment the Highway Trust Fund and Highway Trust Fund. And local level and is about what we that is expected, over the next 10 the projects that keep our econ- this spring, Gov. Deval Patrick, value: providing critical services, years, to create 23,000 new jobs omy growing, but our leaders in signed a 10-year transporta- improving quality of life and and add hundreds of millions of By Joseph A. Curtatone Washington must act quickly tion capital improvement plan helping new businesses open, dollars annually to the Massa- Federal transportation funding and decisively if our nation is to of $13 billion that will improve flourish and create new jobs. chusetts economy. is on the brink of a crisis that remain competitive in the 21st our roads, bridges and public Somerville’s own investments The Highway Trust Fund was could cripple our economy for century global economy. transportation, rethink how into better roadways and bike critical in making our plans for years to come. The Highway Massachusetts is already ahead we move people around, and and pedestrian access have not Assembly Square and so many of Trust Fund faces insolvency as of the curve, passing a transpor- make our transportation net- only earned us recognition as the transportation projects that gas tax revenues, the primary tation finance reform bill last work safer, more reliable and one of the most walkable, bike- make Somerville an economical- source of replenishing the trust summer that dedicates $600 more accessible. able and transit-accessible cities ly thriving city a reality. If we are fund, continue to decline. Mas- million a year to transportation But our forward-thinking in the nation. They have helped going to continue our success, sachusetts could lose almost a over the next five years. A Mass- plans in Massachusetts are ab- lead to 73 net new business- we can’t do it alone. Without a billion dollars in funding next DOT report released last year solutely dependent upon fed- es opening in the city between partnership at the federal level, year, and the Greater Boston re- showed that we need $1 billion eral money to either match or 2010 and 2013. In Assembly we can’t make it happen, Massa- gion alone could lose $335 mil- a year over the next ten years to supplement our local and state Square, we invested $130 mil- chusetts Continued on page 17 Probity or power? fully read the amendment, I have ever applied for a license or per- respect to their official respon- posed amendment would elimi- to wonder whether its intended mit. Most aldermen and School sibilities.” This would prohibit nate that role as well. goal is increasing the probi- Committee members learn of an something like an alderman ask- At one time the Board was ty with which elected officials application only after it’s made. ing Public Works to fill a pothole assertive and independent. Be- conduct the people’s business, Next, aldermen and School in front of a constituent’s home. tween 1975 and 1985, for ex- or shifting the balance of power Committee members would be The city charter gives the ample, it legislated tax assess- among those officials. required to disclose any com- Board of Aldermen only two real ment reform, police department The amendment’s first provi- munication with a city employ- powers: budget approval and reform, zoning code reform, sion would require “the Mayor, ee that takes place outside of a ordinance creation. For reasons licensing reform, cable TV regu- By William C. Shelton members of the Board of Alder- public meeting, regarding a li- worthy of a separate column, the lation, condo conversion regula- Last month Mayor Curtatone men and School Committee” to cense, permit, citation, sanction, budgetary power is illusory. tion, Board of Health authority filed a proposed ethics ordinance disclose any communication re- or personnel matter. Presumably But for the two decades prior enhancement, rent control, re- amendment. Its stated goal is garding a license or permit with the reason why the mayor is ex- to the current Board’s incar- quirement of a five-year capital that “Non-elected City employ- anyone who has or wants that empted from this requirement nation, aldermen largely aban- improvement program, and cre- ees are to work in an effective, ef- license or permit. That seems is that city employees are all his doned their role as legislators. ation of a personnel department. ficient, and professional manner, like a good idea. But historical- staff. They were content to serve as It depoliticized traffic and park- unfettered by political influence ly, major real estate developers Finally, the amendment would ombudsmen who ensured good ing decisions, debated charter by elected officials…” have enjoyed extensive com- forbid any alderman or school communications between citi- reform, commissioned a com- This purpose is worthy of munications with and guidance committee member to “direct zens and city staff, and effective prehensive study of our sewer broad support. But having care- from the mayor well before they non elected City employees with delivery of city services. The pro- system, and Continued on page 17 Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte Happy Mother’s Day, Mom I can’t believe I have Their mother died when Anna and my She was obsessed with keeping a clean never written an en- mom were very young, so Bea and Molly house. I definitely did not inherit that tire article about my actually raised their two sisters. quality from her. She was a gourmet cook mother, Gerry Del She met my dad at St Anthony’s and loved entertaining. She wrote poetry Ponte. After all, Sun- Church, where she taught Sunday in high school, and there are some of her day IS Mother’s Day, school. They were married in 1951, and writings in the cellar. She also knew every so here goes. my sister Christine, I and my brother song ever written and had a pretty nice My mom, Geraldine Del Ponte, grad- Joe came along in ’52,’53 and ‘56. Mom singing voice. uated from Somerville High School in loved her kids fiercely. On our trip to Mom always encouraged my music and 1944. Now, I am going to try to recon- California in 1969, she was in the air- theatre interests. She would constant- struct her life the best I can because I am plane’s bathroom when a return to your ly sing around the house and bought us running out of people who were there to seat due to turbulence announcement records like Tubby The Tuba that taught our guitars in the backyard. ask. Her maiden name was Artone, and came over the speakers. She rushed out about the orchestra. She literally forced After we all got out of high school, she she had four brothers: Bernardino, (Bun- of the restroom still tucking in her shirt me to see Project STAR’s production of went back to work as a social worker at ny) Mike, Joe and Carl. There were also yelling, “I want to be with my children!” West Side Story in 1967 – and it changed the Somerville welfare office in Davis three sisters: Bea, Madeline (Molly) and That was mom: very dramatic. That’s my life. She loved listening to my friends Square as her headquarters. She always baby sister Anna, the only living sibling. probably where I get it. and me playing Mr. Tambourine Man on got emotionally Continued on page 17 MAY 7, 2014••11

COMMENTARY

The View Of The Times

The state Supreme Judicial Court will petition because developers who have thy for deep-pocketed people like Steve the licenses, but it is necessary given the rule on whether a petition to ban casino submitted proposals, as well as a host of Wynn, whose company is behind the uncertainty of which proposals will ulti- gambling statewide will appear as a ballot fees, have a right to see their submissions Everett casino proposal, when cities and mately be approved. question this November. The appeal to reviewed and acted on – positively or towns near the proposed casino sites, Regardless of whether the SJC allows the SJC, arguments for and against which negatively - by the Massachusetts Gam- such as Somerville, have already had to the question to go on the ballot, and re- were heard Monday, comes after Attorney ing Commission. spend tens of thousands of dollars – not gardless of the outcome of the question General Martha Coakley would not certi- There is certainly a case to be made to mention hundreds of hours of human if it does go before voters, Somerville fy the petition, for which the group Repeal that taking money from developers only capital - in protecting their interests and will have spent money without hope of the Casino Deal collected more than the to then ban the very thing they want to mitigating the impact should a given pro- recouping it. Casino developers, by con- required 68,911 signatures. The SJC will develop does have a scam quality, inten- posal be approved. trast, do have the hope that the money likely issue its decision by next month. tional or not. That spending may prove to be all for spent now will be repaid – many, many, Coakley has said she did not certify the Still, it’s a little hard to muster sympa- nothing depending on who is awarded many times over - through future profits.

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coming Saturday, Ms. Jodi Ann Gallo, Our own Cam Toner is over at the the drawing at 8. Several door prizes support this event. who will be tying the knot at Lantana’s Spaulding in Cambridge (former You- will be given out during the drawing *********************** in Randolph. We wish them long life ville) and is doing great but has a long for those in attendance. To get you’re Any and all students in grades 5 and happiness. A nice couple, and Jim- road ahead of her. We wish her speedy $100 tickets, you can send a check to through 8 (or of corresponding ages) my is also setting up his own business recovery and hope to see her back to SHS Raffle c/o Joseph Favaloro PO who love to write and are active writ- now that he’s moved to Bridgewater work really soon; we need those Ms. Box 440275 Somerville 02144. Upon ers are invited to a “Writers’ Den” with Jodi. Best wishes from his friends Olio’s trivia! Thousands of Somervil- receipt of your check, you will be sent from 12:30 to 3:30p.m. at the Central here at The Somerville Times. We look lians look for them weekly. your ticket for the drawing. Tickets Somerville Public Library (first-floor forward to a great celebration. *********************** also might be still available at the door auditorium) Wednesday, May 7, and *********************** The first-time home buyers seminar was at the event. This great cause helps Wednesday, May 21. The Writers’ Happy Birthday this week to a few of a success and had a nice turnout at The provide students with scholarships Den meets informally to share work, our friends and fans here at the Times. Norton Group Real Estate offices in Ball while having fun doing it. learn some tips and discuss publishing To Brendan Ahern, who is celebrating, Square. The event was co-sponsored *********************** possibilities. Bring a short completed we wish him a great day. Also celebrat- by Attorney Mike Dwyer and Sean Now that spring has finally arrived, it’s piece of writing. There will be writ- ing this week is Anthony Fraser, who O’Donovan, with primary residential time to dust off your sneakers and start ing and discussion of writing. Bring grew up here, and to Leo Saltman. We mortgage person Barry Shields. And a your training! On May 9, SCALE stu- your poetry, fiction, nonfiction, school wish them both a happy birthday. To special thank you to Nikitas Tsoukalis, a dents, staff and friends will be raising newspaper reporting – whatever your Anita Erin, who is celebrating this week, credit counselor and the only one in the awareness for adult literacy and raising interest. we wish a happy birthday, as well. A big Boston area with his own company. An- funds for SCALE’s student emergency *********************** happy birthday to an old friend from other one is being planned for mid-June and scholarship fund. You’re invited to From noon to 4 p.m. Thursday, May Somerville, Aida Sousa-Braga, who is (a date should be set by next week). To join the Friday morning fun! The Walk- 15, through Sunday, the Friends of the also celebrating this week. Former Al- the people who attended, we know it was athon begins on SCALE’s doorstep Somerville Public Library will hold its derman from Ward 4 and popular guy informative and well worth the visit. (167 Holland St., just outside of Davis annual spring book sale at the Central around the city, Walter Pero is celebrat- *********************** Square) at 8 a.m. Last year’s event raised Library located at 79 Highland Ave. ing this week, and we wish him well in The date for the SHS scholarship raffle more than $4,000 to support SCALE Leftover books will be donated to lo- his retirement. Brian Whalley, a good and fundraiser (and the $10K prize!) students in their next steps after com- cal nonprofit groups and charities fur- guy originally from Carlisle and who takes place Friday, May 16, at the pleting their secondary credentials. ther afield. Contact the Friends to be works for HubSpot, we wish him the Highlander Café at Somerville High Contact Maureen McGovern or Doreen considered. Visit www.facebook.com/ very best of birthdays this week. School. Refreshments will be served, Curreri at SCALE (617-629-5500) for FriendsOfTheSomervillePublicLibrary and the event starts at 7 p.m., with information or to find out how you can for more info. *********************** Continued on page 20 12••MAY 7, 2014

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work for the students hired by the Center. “We hire students all year long,” Berkowitz said. “There’s a group of about 10 or 12 youth that are working in a whole variety of initiatives throughout the year to address different community issues that affect the youth.” Mayor Joe Curtatone spoke at the beginning of the stage show, and was followed by students performing various scenes, as well as giving personal anecdotes. Two kids acted out a scenario where the girl is try- ing to do her homework, while the boy wants her to smoke a joint with him. She refuses and says she is worried that he won’t pass his test. By the end, her concern breaks through to him, and he promises to pay more attention to his schoolwork. Another skit featured a girl who had been impreg- nated by her boyfriend and kicked out of the house by her father. She told her boyfriend she expected him to bear some of the burden of raising the child, which she intended to keep. The boyfriend acted responsi- Kayla Cameron. bly and promised to be there for his girlfriend, as well as their expected child. Most of the stories ended on Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone. similarly positive notes. A highlight was the performance by Kourtney-Shea Yurko and Saladin Islam, both high school graduates. Islam played guitar while Yurko sang her heart out. Islam was the youth coordinator at Groundwork Somerville last summer, Berkowitz said. Berkowitz said she does not know what is in store for next year’s conference, other than that it will be happening. “The youth that we hire over the summer and the fall will have input into what [next year’s] event looks like,” she said. “Also, the Somerville Youth Workers Network plays a part in working together to figure out exactly what the format will be each year. So far all of the youth conferences have included an original stage show like the one that we just had, and some- times it’s during the day time, sometimes it’s been at night, sometimes it’s included workshops and all dif- ferent kinds of things. It all just depends on what the planners next year decide.”

Kayla Cameron and Nicole Carney.

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Patrik Farris. Audience members. MAY 7, 2014••13

Kayla Cameron.

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Kayla Cameron and Nicole Carney.

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SPORTS M .O .M .’s Run 5k Run/Walk for Cancer The annual M.O.M.’s Run 5k Run welcomes new support- Run/Walk for Cancer will take ers such as The Painted Burro, place on Sunday, May 11 and Whole Foods, Highland Kitch- could be a record breaker. en, and many more. Last year’s race, which was M.O.M.’s Run began in 2003 dedicated in memory of Officer after the matriarch of the Pilotte Photos by Bobbie Toner Sean Collier, had 600+ partic- family, Mary Pilotte O’Brien, ipants and raised over $21,000 lost her brief battle to lung can- for cancer research, putting the cer in November of 2002. Each total raised in the 11 years of year since then, the race has tak- the event at over $85,000. This en place on Mother’s Day with year’s event has the highest all proceeds benefiting the Clau- number of pre-registered par- dia Adams Barr Program with ticipants in history and has the Dana Farber Cancer Research. potential to break $100,000 for “We are very excited about the total dollars raised. potential for this year’s race,” says The Pilotte Family, organizers co-race director and three-time behind M.O.M.’s Run, has re- Boston Marathon participant ceived an outpouring of support Micho Pilotte. “There is hardly a from local businesses in spon- person in this world whose life sorship and in-kind donations hasn’t been touched by cancer for the event’s post-race party in one way or another, and the and raffle. Sponsors like Har- support we have received from poon, Redbones, Fleming Print- the Greater Boston community The annual M.O.M.’s Run 5k Run/Walk for Cancer raises funds for cancer research. ing, and Nellie’s Wildflowers over the past 12 years has been have supported the event since absolutely amazing. I have every its first year. This year M.O.M.’s confidence that this year we will

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1. Which U. S. President 7. What historic#421 event officially proclaimed the having to do with the first Mother’s Day? skies is acknowledged on the 5th of May? 2. What is the name of the woman whose work 8. In what year was the has been recognized in es- first Jumbo added to the hit the $100,000 mark.” of and will open at 8 a.m. that For more information visit the tablishing Mother’s Day? circus shows? The race starts and finishes at morning. The 1/10th mile Kids M.O.M.’s Run website http:// the George Dilboy VFW Post Fun Run starts at 9:30 a.m., 5K momsrun.org. Twitter: @ 3. What was Frank Sina- 9. In what year was the 529, 371 Summer St, Somerville, Walk starts at 9:45 a.m., and 5K MOMsRun Facebook: http:// tra’s mother’s name? first Mother’s Day cele- MA. Race registration is $30 day Run starts at 10:00 a.m. www.facebook.com/momsrun. brated in the U.S.? 4. What animal’s skills were dominant in the first 10. Who was the mother What’s on Somerville Neighborhood News English circuses of 1768? whose life was depicted in Mommy Dearest? This week in Somerville Neighborhood 5. How many siblings News team reports on Justice for Jani- started a circus around 11. Where did the word tors at Tufts University, updates from the the same time that “tuxedo” get its name? the Somerville High School reporters Barnum and Bailey Circus on LGBTQ community, interviews on was started? 12. What is the first the wealth gap and affordable housing, name of President Barack person on the street interview with our 6. What was Gene Au- Obama’s mother? senior neighbors about how things are trey’s mother’s name? Answers on page 21 for the elder community here in “The

‘Ville,” and lastly updates on how the Somerville Quiz Team was neck and neck with Sharon. Who won? To learn more on all of these hyper-local stories, you’ll have to tune in to Somer- ville Neighborhood News #14, only on SCATV Channel 3, or catch it online at http://www. scatvsomerville.org/snn. MAY 7, 2014••15

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On behalf of Union United – a multi-issue coalition we formed Union United in April 2014, an inclusive businesses of community stakeholders, including small business coalition that is growing by the day. We have had pro- • Housing Equity Goal: A large percentage of new owners, residents, activists, immigrant groups, religious ductive meetings with prospective developers short- housing units should be permanently affordable for low- congregations, labor unions, and community-based or- listed for the project to share our vision and hope to and moderate-income households ganizations – we are writing to express our views on the have the same opportunity with others. • Green Space Equity Goal: New acreage of accessible Union Square redevelopment process and project. As As a coalition committed to equitable growth, we want open, green, and growing space in environmental justice we talk to neighbors, we hear harrowing stories of rising decision-makers to ensure that equity is part of the (EJ) neighborhoods rents, business and resident displacement, and calls for selection criteria for the master developer, that Union • Transportation Equity Goal: Improve and increase greater inclusion and transparency in the planning pro- United’s issues are included in any and all forms of a mobility options in transforming areas as identified in cess. We recognize the value of strengthening the city’s master or land disposition agreement between the city SomerVision’s Transportation Goals commercial tax base and we want to ensure that Union and the master developer, and that the master develop- • Land Use Equity Goal: Community decision-making Square’s unique social fabric is protected. In order to er be willing to negotiate and sign a community bene- for disposition properties meet that goal, it is essential that affordability, workers’ fits agreement (CBA) with Union United as part of its We understand that the Union Square Request for rights, and public safety are also prioritized as new de- agreement with the city. Qualifications (RFQ), the Union Square Revitalization velopment and infrastructure investments occur. This is As a first step, we want to advocate for the Link Plan, and subsequent developer proposals are largely an important opportunity for an entire community to Somerville Equity Standards. Comprised of community qualitative documents and were not intended to specif- shape its built environment on the basis of inclusion, eq- members representing various groups, Link Somerville ically include clear provisions for ensuring local jobs, af- uity, and future prosperity for all residents. has engaged over 1,000 people to create and prioritize fordable housing, active open space, guarantees for long- Union United is focused on intentional and influen- community principles for the Green Line Corridor standing businesses, and other equitable outcomes. The tial community decision-making, as reflected in the through the Community Corridor Planning Initiative. city of Somerville requested $2.5 million from the Board city’s Somerville’s goals, which call for “engaging com- Recently, Link Somerville released a draft working doc- of Aldermen for private property acquisition within the munity members in civic life and decision-making, ument called the “Link Somerville Equity Standards” D-1 Block as part of its Fiscal Year 2014 Capital Im- seeking diverse representation and participation” by – a set of community-generated metrics for equitable provements Plan. We anticipate more tax dollars being “encouraging volunteer neighborhood-level participa- development in Somerville with respect to new growth. committed to this project over the next two decades. tion” and “implementing more collaborative process- We define equity as just-and-fair inclusion that creates Given this, we strongly believe that if public dollars are es for engaging neighbors in review of development conditions in which all can reach their full potential to being employed for this transformative urban renewal projects” (page 33 and 34). While we applaud the participate and prosper, borrowing from the national project, then our community should receive substantial creation of the Civic Advisory Committee and the action institute PolicyLink. Union United believes the public benefits from it. transparent public process convened by that commit- Link Somerville Equity Standards should serve as an We look forward to playing an active role in the rede- tee, not all Union Square stakeholders are adequate- equity framework in developing formal criteria and land velopment process and helping to create a Union Square ly represented in the CAC. We strongly believe that use mixes with public input. This includes, but is not that is diverse, sustainable, and equitable. those who are not represented on the CAC should be limited to, the following: For more information about the coalition, contact able to help shape and determine priorities, as their • Jobs Equity Goal: New jobs in Somerville for Somer- Mashael Majid at [email protected]. lives and livelihoods will be greatly impacted by the ville residents redevelopment process and its outcome. To that end, • Business Equity Goal: Maintain and promote local — Union United Coalition 16••MAY 7, 2014

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CITY OF SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS CITY OF SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS CITY OF SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT JOSEPH A. CURTATONE JOSEPH A. CURTATONE JOSEPH A. CURTATONE MAYOR MAYOR MAYOR MICHAEL F. GLAVIN MICHAEL F. GLAVIN MICHAEL F. GLAVIN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PLANNING DIVISION PLANNING DIVISION HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE The Somerville Historic Preservation Commission (SHPC) shall hold OF PUBLIC HEARING OF PUBLIC HEARING a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 6:40 p.m. in the Third Floor Community Room, at the Visiting Nurses Association (259 Lowell A public hearing for all interested parties will be held by the Zoning A public hearing for all interested parties will be held by the Planning Street) regarding the proposal by Applicant, Belmont Hill Corporation, Board of Appeals on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the Al- Board on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at the Visiting Nurse to demolish the c.1890 commercial structure at 314-316 Somerville dermanic Chambers, 2nd Floor, Somerville City Hall, 93 Highland Ave- Association, 259 Lowell Street, 3rd Floor, Community Room, Somer- Avenue. nue, Somerville, MA. ville, MA. The subject of the hearing will be a review of the initial determina- 6 Marion St: (Case #ZBA 2013-68) Applicant and Owners, Jason 77 Broadway: (Case #PB 2014-13) Applicant, Sean O’Connor, and tion by the SHPC that under the City of Somerville Zoning Ordinance Calvert and Lorraine McGuinness, seek a Special Permit under SZO Owner, O’Connor Realty Associates, LLC, seek a Special Permit under Section 7-28b(2), the structure is considered “Significant.” Public tes- §4.4.1 to alter a nonconforming structure by adding dormers and mak- SZO §6.1.22, for new signage and awnings. CCD 55 zone. Ward 1. timony followed by discussion and a vote by the Commission will be ing window and door alterations. RB zone. 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Highway Trust Fund CONT. FROM PG 10 will not be able to make it hap- what state they are in or what coming from taxpayer’s pockets portation infrastructure, because role to play in all our projects. pen and much of the country region, are the fuel that feeds to the government is often an they understand the return they Every major roadway project will not be able to make it hap- our regional and national econo- area that makes legislators wary get—a direct investment into our we have done in Somerville, pen. The loss of these funds will mies. Every job has a hometown. and taxpayers skeptical at first, quality of life, our environment, amounting to hundreds of mil- have a deleterious impact on our Congress has options to raise but what people really want to and to our economy and jobs. lions of dollars, had significant quality of life, on the economy the revenue needed to rescue the know is that their investment If we fail to make these crit- financial support from the fed- and jobs. That federal partner- Highway Trust Fund from insol- is going to yield a return that is ical investments in infrastruc- eral government. Without those ship is important so our city can vency—indexing the gas tax to consistent with their values. Last ture, we are not going to be investments, our local, regional not only provide critical services inflation, enacting a sales tax on year, according to Transportation competitive in the 21st century and state economics would be and the quality of life we need gasoline or imposing a per-bar- for America, 73 percent of local global economy. People get that crippled. We cannot do it alone. for our residents, but so that rel oil fee are a few examples that transportation ballot measures and understand that. Congress If Congress is serious about re- Somerville can fulfill its role in Transportation for America lists passed. That number should needs to get it too. The federal maining competitive in the glob- the greater regional economy. in its report. Implementing pol- send a clear message to Congress: government doesn’t just have a al economy, they must act to save Our cities and towns, no matter icies that increase the revenue People want investment in trans- role to play—it has the critical the Highway Trust Fund.

Probity or power? CONT. FROM PG 10 discussed bringing the Commu- Call me cynical, but it seems Somerville Journal requested city IKEA’s Assembly Square devel- er Julie Phelan Brady; and nity Development budget under to me that the ethics amend- officials’ ethics statements and opment team; • Natasha Perez who while Aldermanic review. ment would be more effective discovered that the pertinent • Palmer and Dodge attorney working half-time for Gravestar Debates were vigorous. Votes at restricting the domain of al- information had been blacked Jim Shea who wrote the Assem- Inc. and half-time as the Massa- were often 6-to-5. In a number dermen’s and school committee out. The mayor’s solicitors re- bly Square rezoning that allowed chusetts Democratic Party’s As- of instances where the Mayor members’ authority than at pro- sponded that Massachusetts law construction of Assembly Row sistant Executive Director orga- resisted Board initiatives, the moting good government. If I’m forbids disclosure of public offi- and was judged by the Court to nized Assembly Square Limited Board prevailed. cynical, I come by my cynicism cials’ addresses and phone num- be illegal, but for which the city Partners’ dirty tricks campaign The current Board has begun honestly when I take other fac- bers, although that was the least paid over a million dollars; and solicited massive donations to reassume its constitutional tors into account. of what had been redacted. The • Tufts University’s President from real estate professionals role and reassert its indepen- One of them is the dueling city publishes elected officials’ Emeritus Larry Bacow and its and political operatives, enabling dence through actions such as pay-to-play ordinances. Last contact information anyway. SVP and General Council Mary Joe Curtatone to outspend Tony • Investigating the mayor’s un- year Board President Bill White And then there are the Jeka, giving new meaning to Lafuente by 390% during his first authorized gift of $75,000 of submitted legislation that would “Hosts” listed in the invitation “payment in lieu of taxes;” successful mayoral campaign. payment-in-lieu-of-taxes funds prohibit vendors who obtain to the mayor’s latest fundraiser, • Frances Perullo and Paul Maybe I am being cynical. to a local league that’s competing non-bid contracts and develop- held last night in Beacon Hill’s Scappachio whose political con- Maybe these high rollers are with Pop Warner football; ers who obtain special permits luxury Liberty Hotel ballroom. sultancy, Sage Systems, adver- sincerely concerned about ‘Vil- • Questioning the wisdom from making campaign contri- They include tises, “10 years of STRATEGY, lens best interests. Maybe the of buying monitoring devices butions in excess of $250. These • RJ Lyman who while at the INFLUENCE, RESULTS” proposed ethics ordinance is not and installing them on all city supplicants would be required to Goodwin Procter law firm rep- (emphasis not added); crafted to reduce the influence vehicles; disclose previous contributions resented Federal Realty Invest- • Michael Morris, principal of aldermen while allowing the • Resisting rezoning the As- to local officials. ment Trust; of Beacon Strategies Group, mayor to wheel and deal with sembly Square IKEA site to Shortly thereafter, the mayor • Robert Fishman, a Nutter lobbyists and political consul- developers. accommodate a sprawling sin- submitted a competing proposal McLennen partner who repre- tants who “specialize in execut- Or maybe he is the one who is gle-story supermarket; and that would exempt developers sented Assembly Square Limit- ing complex and multi-faceted being cynical. • Drilling down on how a from these requirements, but in- ed Partners and now represents campaigns;” I know that a number of his half-million-dollar request to clude job seekers. Both propos- Federal Realty; • Local real estate attorney initiatives have provided genuine plan that Square’s redevelop- als remain in committee. • Goulston and Storrs attorney Nick Ianuzzi; benefit to our city. And I know ment would be used. Then I recall that in 2008, the Doug Husid who represented • Brady Realty Group co-own- that this is not one of them.

Happy Mother’s Day, Mom CONT. FROM PG 10 involved with her cases. She loved and I wouldn’t answer the phone when and spent a week with me. Too bad We lost Mom in 1987, but she started a having her co-workers over for lunch the Somerville School Department the weather wasn’t that great during strong family that has endured many high and would set the table before she left would call at 7 a.m. to see if I could sub- that week, but my brother flew down points, as well as lots of sadness, like any for work. It was a three-minute walk stitute teach. She used to bang on my and we all went to Disney World (see other family. But it’s Moms strength and from Davis Square, so she had plenty door and say, “If you’re not going to go photo). It was her last vacation. Mom’s love that she instilled in me that keeps of time to get home and play hostess. in and teach, tell them to stop calling!” cancer returned, and I left Florida to me on the straight and narrow. She now She always beamed with pride if I sat I actually did quite a bit of substitute help Dad at home. He started calling has three grandkids and a 5-month-old at the piano and sang a few songs for teaching, but I also caused mom a lot of me his “right-hand man” because I was great-granddaughter! Hey, Mom, look her friends after they ate. It was very stress. Sorry, mom. She knew how much there to help with Mom’s last days. what you started! Two of the grandkids important to her, so I always agreed to I loved The Beatles and actually woke Thankfully, my sister had a lovely baby never got to meet her, but I make sure I play for Bertha, Louise, Roz and She- me up and told me the bad news about girl in 1982 who really perked things keep her memory alive. lia. Mom’s favorite song was Angel of the John Lennon being shot. up for Mom in her final days. She told Every so often I will sit at the piano Morning. I’d give anything to be able to Mom was diagnosed with breast can- her granddaughter to take a walk in and play Angel of the Morning, because play for her today. cer in 1985. She was operated on and the rain for her every once in a while, Mom is now my angel! I will be sure Mom and I had our problems. One was we hoped for the best. I moved to Flor- and she has done just that for the last to play it for her on Sunday. Happy the fact that I kept a very messy room ida in 1986, and she actually flew down 27 years. Mother’s Day, Mama! The Norton Group Buying or Selling? 617-623-6600

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*********************** 10 a.m. Friday, May 16, with grand-open- ext. 6966, or by emailing atwww. limited. All interested community mem- The Tufts Department of Music and ing events taking place through Sunday, somerville.k12.ma.us/families. bers will be responsible for airfare, hotel Community Music at Tufts will hold May 18. Grand-opening events include *********************** and registration fees. All travel costs will the Tufts Youth Philharmonic 2014- a free gift to the first 200 shoppers each The city is seeking community-member be negotiated where possible for lowest 2015 auditions at 4 p.m. Friday, May day, a $10 shopper incentive when you participation in a 40-member delega- prices, however current rates dictate 16, in the Perry and Marty Granoff sign up for store email alerts and a raffle tion to travel to Denver, Colo., June 13 an estimated cost of $1,000 per person Music Center. The orchestra is open to win a $500 Nike gift card. as the city seeks to win the All-America and includes round-trip airfare from to teenage musicians in the greater *********************** City Award for the second time in five Boston to Denver, a three-night stay at Boston area and is led by noted con- Parents/guardians will have the op- years, a feat only a handful of commu- the Grand Hyatt, Denver, conference ductor John Page. For more informa- portunity to learn about the Common nities have accomplished in the award’s registration and ground transportation tion about Tufts Youth Philharmonic, Core state standards at an informa- 65-year history. Somerville previously fees. There is a minimum requirement audition, and an application form, visit tional workshop at the East Somerville won the award in during the 2009 com- of two people per room. If you are in- as.tufts.edu/music or contact Edith Community School (50 Cross St.), petition, as well as in 1972. Communi- terested in participating, contact Jackie Auner at [email protected] or Thursday, May 8, from 6 to 7:30p.m. ty members of all ages are welcome, al- Rossetti at 617-625-6600, ext. 2614, or by calling 617-627-3564. Register with the Somerville Family though those under the age of 18 must [email protected] by Friday, *********************** Learning Collaborative (SFLC) in ad- be accompanied by a parent/guardian. May 9, at noon. For more information Nike’s newest factory retail location will vance for dinner at 5:30p.m. and/or Community members of all ages are about the All-America City Award, vis- open at The Outlets at Assembly Row at for childcare by calling 617-625-6600, invited to participate, though spots are it www.ncl.org. MAY 7, 2014••21

SENIOR CENTER HAPPENINGS: Welcome to our centers . Everyone 55+ is encour- Lincoln, RI. For $22 you receive your Motorcoach Bus Tuesday: Strengthening, 9:15 a.m., $3 per class (H). aged to join us for fitness, culture, films, lunch and transportation, $10 Free Bonus Play and a $7 Food Dalcroze Eurhythmics, 1 p.m. (H). Bingo. Our centers are open to everyone from Somer- Credit. Check in times are 8:15 a.m. at the Holland LBT Fit 4 Life, 6 p.m., $10/mo., pre-registration required ville and surrounding communities. Check out our Street Center and 8:30 a.m. at the Ralph & Jenny (H). calendar and give a call with any questions or to make a Center. Approximate return time is 6:30 p.m. Please call Wednesday: Fit 4 Life A, 8:45 a.m./B, 9 a.m/C, noon; reservation. 617-625-6600 ext. 2300. Stay for lunch and Flo or Connie at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 to RSVP or for $10/mo, pre-registration required (H). receive free transportation. additional information. Bowling @ Flatbreads, 1 p.m., $10/week for shoes and All clubs and groups welcome new members. As part of an ongoing collaboration with Teen Em- dues. Holland Street Center - 167 Holland Street powerment & The Boston Symphony Orchestra the Zumba for All, 5:15 p.m., $3 per class (H). Ralph & Jenny Center - 9 New Washington Street Somerville Council on Aging is headed to the Boston Pops concert on Friday, May 9. This is the second in a Thursday: Strengthening, 9:30 a.m., $3 per class (RJ). Cross Street Center - 165 Broadway three part event program known as the “Symphony for LBT Fit 4 Life, 6 p.m., $10/mo, pre-registration required. Some exciting events in the coming weeks: Our City” program which includes special concerts and (H). YOGA by Noah: Thursday, May 8 through Thursday, pre-performance educational presentations. The third Friday: Fit 4 Life A, 8:45 a.m./B, 9:55 a.m., $10/month, June 5. Yoga is back and open to all. Join us on Thursday event will be an all day trip to Tanglewood on Sunday, pre-registration required (H). mornings starting at 9:00 a.m. for an hour long invigo- July 27. If you are interested in attending the Tangle- Upcoming Schedule: rating yoga class. Yoga provides modified, low-impact wood trip please contact Janine at 617-625-6600 Ext. Holland Street Center - 167 Holland Street = (H) moves and easy-to-follow pacing for a healthy, active 2300 or email Janine at [email protected]. Ralph & Jenny Center - 9 New Washington Street = RJ lifestyle. This program lets you stretch and relax, will The Moonlighters: Somerville’s Swinging Singing make you feel fresh and most of all it will be exhilarat- Seniors will be performing at the Zelma Lacey House on Cross Street Center - 165 Broadway =(C) ing. Classes take place at our Holland Street Center lo- Monday, May 12 at 10:30 a.m. Stay tuned for when the Wednesday, May 7 cated at 167 Holland Street and a cost of $20 will cover Moonlighters will be coming to a venue near you. the 5 week class. Space is limited and an RSVP is a must 10:00 Cards (RJ) PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFOR- so contact Chris Kowaleski at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2315 10:00 English Conversation(C) MATION: to RSVP or for additional information. 11:30 Lunch (H, RJ, C) The trip to the Taj Mahal Resort in Atlantic City is 12:00 Peace Quilt Project with Teen Empowerment (C) Lucianos Restaurant & North Shore Acappella: SOLD OUT. 12:45 Bingo (RJ, H) Wednesday, May 21. Check in time is 9:45 a.m. at the Ralph & Jenny Center. Approximate return time is The Charleston, SC & Savannah, GA trip scheduled for Thursday, May 8 May 4th to May 10th is SOLD OUT. 5:00 p.m. For over 30 years North Shore Acappella has 10:00 Current Events (H) excited audiences throughout the country adding an The Mohegan Sun trip scheduled for May 20th is 10:00 Cards (RJ) experienced blend of harmony, rhythm and tempo to SOLD OUT. 11:00 Computer tutorial with Barbara (H) songs from the 1940’s through today. Meal choice of The Symphony Orchestra trip is SOLD OUT. 11:30 Lunch (RJ, H) Roast Pork Loin or Haddock – includes dessert & coffee Somerville Fire Department: An ongoing collaboration 12:45 Bingo (RJ) /tea. $79 per person. Please contact Connie or Flo at with the Somerville Fire Department has resulted in a Friday, May 9 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 to RSVP, meal choice or addi- program to distribute and install free, new smoke alarms 11:30 Lunch (H) tional information. in eligible households. For more information and an 12:45 Bingo (H) The Highlander Café: Wednesday, June 4. The SCOA application, call us at 617-625-6600, ext. 2300. Symphony Hall is hosting a luncheon at the Highlander Café which is LGBT EVENTS: located at the atrium of Somerville High School. Doors LGBT Lunch: Monday, May 12, 11:30 a.m. A special Monday, May 12 open at 10:45 a.m. Seating is limited. For $9 you will lunch as the students from the GSA (Gay/Straight Alli- 9:30 Veterans Group (H) receive Prime Rib with all the fixings. Please call Connie ance) at Somerville High School will be joining us. Pizza 10:00 Cards (RJ) at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 to RSVP or for additional for all at no charge. RSVP and for additional information 9:30 Moonlighters (H) information. please contact Maureen at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 or 11:30 Lunch (H, RJ) Suffolk Downs: Wednesday, June 11. And they’re off! email at [email protected] 12:45 Bingo (RJ) Come join us for a relaxing day of live horse racing, dine LGBT Dinner & Movie night: Monday, May 19. May’s Tuesday, May 13 on a delicious buffet in the clubhouse and award the “Movie to Come Out To” has yet to be determined. 10:00 SHINE by appt. (H) jockey with a thophy for the race that is named after the Dinner will be provided by West 7 Bistro. Dinner starts 10:00 Cards (RJ) SCOA. Check in times are 10:15 a.m. at Holland Street at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $6. For additional information and 11:30 Lunch (RJ, C) and 10:30 a.m. at Ralph & Jenny with an approximate to RSVP please contact Maureen at 617-625-6600 Ext. 12:45 Bingo (RJ, C) return time of 5:30 p.m. $31 per person. Please contact 2300 or email at [email protected]. Connie at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 to RSVP or for ad- Wednesday, May 14 LBT Women Fit-4-Life: Fitness and Nutrition Classes. ditional information. Additional trips to Suffolk Downs 10:00 Cards (RJ) Classes are Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting scheduled for Wednesday, August 10 and Wednesday, 10:00 English Conversation (C) at 6:00 p.m. $10 a month with scholarships available. September 17. 11:30 Lunch (H, RJ, C) Please contact Chris at 617-625-6600 ext. 2300 for 12:45 Bingo (RJ) Venus De Milo & The Temptations: Thursday, June 12. more information. We have available slots and would That’s right folks, The Temptations. Their hits include My love to have you. Girl, Just my Imagination and Papa was a Rolling Stone, DID YOU KNOW? LGBT Advisory Group: Will now meet on the 2nd Mon- just to name a few. Meal choice of Chicken or Haddock, We have a Facebook page. Check us out at www.face- day of each month. If you are interested in serving on and includes dessert & coffee/tea. Check in time is 9:00 book.com/somervilleCOA the Advisory Board please contact Maureen at 617-625- A.M. at Ralph & Jenny with an approximate return time 6600 Ext. 2300 or email [email protected]. You can receive our monthly newsletter that is always of 5:15 P.M. $79 per person. Please contact Flo or Con- filled with useful and important information. For a $5 STAY ACTIVE: nie at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 to RSVP, meal choice or yearly fee you can receive it via the U.S. Postal service or additional information. Monday: Wii Bowling, noon, Free. (H); a free version can be sent electronically. Please contact Twin River Casino: Monday, June 16. Located in Fit 4 Life (C), 1 p.m., $10/mo., pre-registration required. Connie at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 to sign up.

Beacon Hill Roll Call CONT. FROM PG 9 From on page 14 each week. Many legislators say that legislative the Senate met for a total of two hours and 54 sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job minutes. Ms. Cam’s and that a lot of important work is done outside of Mon. April 28 House 10:04 a.m. to 9:17 p.m. the House and Senate chambers. They note that Senate 11:01 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are im- Tues. April 29 House 10:14 a.m. to 10:43 p.m. portant to their districts. Critics say that the Leg- Answers No Senate session islature does not meet regularly or long enough to 1. Woodrow Wilson 7. Alan Shepard’s Mercu- ry space trip debate and vote in public view on the thousands 2. Anna Jarvis Wed. April 30 House 10:05 a.m. to 12:05 a.m. (Thurs.) of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They 8. 1882 No Senate session 3. Dolly note that the infrequency and brief length of ses- 9. 1914 sions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late 4. The horse Thurs. May 1 No House session night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of 10. Joan Crawford Senate 1:02 p.m. to 3:43 p.m. 5. Five (5) Ringling Fami- bills in the days immediately preceding the end of ly siblings 11. A town in New York an annual session. Fri. May 2 No House session 6. Elnora 12. Stanley (Stanley Ann No Senate session Dunham) During the week of April 28-May 2, the House met for a total of 37 hours and 42 minutes and Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at [email protected] 22••MAY 7, 2014

Somerville Community Access TV Ch 3. Programming Guide Celebrating 30 years of making grassroots community media for Somerville Want to learn TV production? Final Cut Pro? Soundtrack Pro? Green-screen? Call us today for more info! 617-628-8826 Wednesday, May 7 5:00pm Jeff Jam Sing Song Show 12:30pm Culture Club 9:00am The Stephanie Miller Show (Free Speech TV) 6:30am Road to Recovery 5:30pm The Folkorist 1:00pm Play by Play 10:00am Bay State Biking News 7:30am Life Matters 6:00pm France 24 World News (Free Speech TV) 2:00pm Henry Parker Presents 11:00am Nossa gente e Costumes 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 6:30pm Somerville Neighborhood News 2:30pm Taking Back Your Health 12:00pm Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 9:00am Somerville Journal & Times Reading 7:00pm Taking Back your Health 3:00pm Telemagazine 1:00pm Plastic Planet (Free Speech TV) 10:00am Somerville Neighborhood News 7:30pm Basic Buddha 4:00pm Somerville Neighborhood News 2:00pm Tufts Films for Social Change Series 10:30am Art at SCATV: Chie Yasuda 8:00pm Fouye Zo Nan Kalalou 4:30pm Somerville Housing Authority 2:30pm Copy Cat Festival (at the Arts at the Armory) 11:00am Abugida TV 10:00pm Penny’s Dreadful and Shilling Secrets 5:00pm Tele Kreyol 3:00pm Exercise with Robyn and Max 12:00pm Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) Friday, May 9 6:00pm SCATV: a year in review 3:30pm Esoteric Science 1:00pm Play by Play 7:30am Shrink Rap 6:30pm Art at SCATV 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 1:30pm Henry Parker Presents 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 7:00pm This is East 5:00pm Henry Parker Presents: Mass Incarceration 2:00pm Physician Focus 9:00am Somerville Journal & Somerville Times Reading 8:00pm David Pakman (Free Speech TV) 6:00pm France 24 World News (Free Speech TV) 9:00pm Nossa Gente e Costumes 2:30pm Healthy Hypnosis 10:00am Greater Somerville Special Edition: 6:30pm Nepali Producers Group: 104 Anniversary 10:00pm Open Line News with Davey D 3:00pm Medical Tutor Martha Coakley of L. Devkota by INLS 11:00pm Gay USA 3:30pm The Kevin Murphy Show 10:30am Zoning for the Future 8:00pm Greater Somerville 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 11:00am Sound Off Sunday, May 11 9:00pm Dedilhando au Saudade 5:00pm Health is Wealth 11:30am Peace by Piece 6:00am Program Celebrai 10:00pm Bate Papo com Shirley 5:30pm Peace by Piece 12:00pm Somerville Housing Authority 7:00am Rompendo em Fe 11:00pm The Entertainer’s Show 6:00pm France 24 World News (Free Speech TV) 12:30pm Somerville Neighborhood News 8:00am Effort Pour Christ Tuesday, May 13 6:30pm Taking Back Your Health 1:00pm Climate Change in Somerville 9:00am Heritage Baptist Church 7:00am The Struggle 7:00pm This is East 2:30pm Rooster Tails 10:00am International Church of God 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 8:00pm Somerville Pundits 3:00pm Brunch with Sen. Bernie Sanders 11:00am The Folklorist 9:00am Somerville Journal & Somerville Times Reading 8:30pm Perils for Pedestrians 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 11:30am Basic Buddha 9:00pm Bay State Biking News 5:00pm Greater Somerville: Mike Lake, 12:00pm Play by Play 10:00am This is East 10:00pm Net Neutrality & the Future of Internet Access Lieutenant Gov. Candidate 1:00pm Somerville Neighborhood News 11:30am Ablevision 11:00pm SCATV: a year in review 5:30pm Somerville Neighborhood News 1:30pm Somerville Journal & Somerville Times Reading 12:00pm Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 1:00pm Ring of Fire (Free Speech TV) Thursday, May 8 6:00pm France 24 World News (Free Speech TV) 2:30pm Life Matters 2:00pm The Bioneers program (Free Speech TV) 6:00am Atheist Viewpoint 6:30pm Reeling the Movie Review Show 3:00pm Rompendo em Fe 3:00pm Reeling Movie Show: a Movie Review program 7:00am Creating Cooperative Kids 7:00pm Real Estate Answers Show 4:00pm Dedilhando a Saudade 3:30pm Greater Somerville: Lieutenant Governor, 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 7:30pm Culture Club 5:00pm Greater Somerville: Mike Lake, Mike Lake 9:00am Somerville Journal & Times Reading 8:00pm Visual Radio Lieutenant Gov. Candidate 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 10:00am Somerville Neighborhood News 9:00pm Porchfest 6:00pm Abugida TV 5:00pm Poet to Poet/Writer to Writer 10:30am Greater Somerville Special Edition: 10:00pm Independent Filmmaker Hour 7:00pm African Television Network Candidate Mike Lake 11:00pm A Black Show (Free Speech TV) 8:00pm Tele Magazine 5:30pm The Literati Scene 11:00am Tufts University’s Films for Social Change Series Saturday, May 10 9:00pm Effort Pour Christ 6:00pm France 24 World News (Free Speech TV) 11:30am Ablevision 6:00am Arabic Hour 10:00pm Farrakhan Speaks 7:00pm Somerville Neighborhood News 12:00pm Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 7:00am Net Neutrality and the Future of Internet Access 11:00pm No Film Film Festival 7:30pm Greater Somerville 1:00pm African Television 8:00am Jeff Jam Sing Song Show 11:30pm Independent Filmmaker Hour 8:00pm Dead Air Live 2:00pm Neighborhood Cooking w/Candy 9:00am Festival Kreyol Monday, May 12 9:00pm Energy Theater 2:30pm Cooking with Georgia & Dez 10:00am Tele Galaxie 6:30am Creating Cooperative Kids 10:00pm Nepali Producers Group: 104 Anniversary 3:00pm Chef’s Table Series 11:00am Dead Air Live 7:30am Eckankar of L. Devkota by INLS 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 12:00pm Reeling the Movie Review Show 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 11:00pm The David Pakman Show (Free Speech TV) City Cable TV Schedule for the Week

CITY TV 13/22 1:00pm: Talking Business 6:30pm: Patriots Day Celebration 2:00am: Our Schools, Our City - Tufts Partnership Wednesday, May 7 2:00pm: Somerville-Tufts Partnership Announcement 7:00pm: Senior Circuit 9:00am: Superintendent’s Awards: ESCS 2:35pm: 2014 Spring Clean Up 7:30pm: Talking Business 9:30am: WSNS Science Fair 9:00am: Community Path Press Conference 3:00pm: Somerville Youth Peace Conference 8:30pm: Voices of Somerville 10:30am: Highlander Forum - Scholarship 9:30am: Patriots Day Celebration 6:30pm: Mayor’s Fitness Challenge 9:00pm: Consumer Affairs w/Barbara Anthony 11:00am: Lady Highlander Basketball 2013-14 12:00pm: School Committee Meeting – 7:00pm: Consumer Affairs w/Barbara Anthony 9:30pm: Shape Up Somerville: Historic Overview 11:30am: SHS Baseball vs. Everett REPLAY OF 5.5.14 7:30pm: SomerViva: Espanol 9:45pm: Union Sq. Redevelopment Meeting V 1:30pm: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 3:00pm: Seriously Somerville w/Jimmy Del Ponte 8:00pm: Congressional Update 12:00am: Senior Circuit 3:00pm: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 6:30pm: Seriously Somerville w/Jimmy Del Ponte 8:30pm: Somerville Youth Peace Conference 12:30am: Voices of Somerville 4:00pm: Superintendent’s Awards: ESCS 7:00pm: Patriots Day Celebration 1:00am: Patriots Day Celebration 4:30pm: WSNS Science Fair 7:30pm: Community Path Press Conference Sunday, May 11 1:30am: Union Sq. Redevelopment Meeting V 5:30pm: Highlander Forum - Scholarship 8:00pm: Congressional Update 12:00am: Consumer Affairs w/Barbara Anthony 6:00pm: Lady Highlander Basketball 2013-14 8:30pm: SomerViva: Portugues 12:30am: SomerViva: Portugues EDUCATIONAL CHANNEL 15 6:30pm: SHS Baseball vs. Everett 9:00pm: Somerville-Tufts Partnership Announcement 1:00am: Congressional Update Wednesday, May 7 8:30pm: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 9:35pm: Union Sq. Redevelopment Meeting IV 1:30am: Talking Business 9:00am: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 2:30am: Somerville Youth Peace Conference 10:00pm: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 Thursday, May 8 11:00am: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 9:00am: Aldermen at Work Sunday, May 11 12:00am: Patriots Day Celebration 11:30am: kid stuff-Teen Empowerment 12:00pm: Senior Circuit 12:00am: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 12:30am: Community Path Press Conference 12:00pm: Our Schools, Our City - Tufts Partnership 12:30pm: Sit & Be Fit: Balance & Fall Prevention 9:00am: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 1:00am: Congressional Update 1:00pm: SHS National Honor Society Induction 1:00pm: Talking Business 11:00am: Student of the Quarter: WHCIS 1:30am: SomerViva: Portugues 2:30pm: SHS Multicultural Fair 1:30pm: Highlander Forum 11:30am: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 2:00am: Somerville-Tufts Partnership Announcement 3:30pm: Superintendent Awards - Kennedy School 2:00pm: Aldermen at Work 1:00pm: SHS National Honor Society Induction 2:35pm: Union Sq. Redevelopment Meeting IV 4:00pm: Student of the Quarter: WHCIS 2:30pm: Union Sq. Development Meeting III 2:30pm: 2nd Annual World Language Awards Night 9:00am: The Mystic River: A Natural & Human Story 5:00pm: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 7:00pm: Senior Circuit 3:00pm: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge 12:00pm: Senior Circuit 7:00pm: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 7:30pm: Sit & Be Fit: Balance & Fall Prevention 6:00pm: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 12:30pm: Voices of Somerville 7:30pm: kid stuff-Teen Empowerment 8:00pm: Aldermen at Work 8:00pm: Student of the Quarter: WHCIS 1:00pm: SomerViva: Espanol 8:30pm: Superintendent Awards - Kennedy School 8:30pm: Board of Aldermen Meeting – 8:30pm: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 1:30pm: Women’s Commission 25th Anniversary 9:00pm: SHS National Honor Society Induction REPLAY OF 5.8.14 10:00pm: SHS National Honor Society Induction 2:30pm: Talking Business 10:30pm: SHS Multicultural Fair 11:30pm: 2nd Annual World Language Awards Night 7:00pm: Board of Aldermen Meeting - LIVE Monday, May 12 11:30pm: Superintendent Awards - Kennedy School 12:00am: Senior Circuit Monday, May 12 Friday, May 9 Thursday, May 8 12:30am: Sit & Be Fit: Balance & Fall Prevention 12:00am: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 12:00am: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge 12:00am: Talking Business 1:00am: Aldermen at Work 1:00am: Voices of Somerville 12:30am: Argenziano School Heritage Night Concert 9:00am: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 1:30am: Highlander Forum 1:30am: SHS Baseball vs. Everett 9:30am: Our Schools, Our City - Tufts Partnership 1:30am: The Mystic River: A Natural & Human Story 2:00am: Patriots Day Celebration 2:30am: Shape Up Somerville: Historic Overview 9:00am: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 10:00am: Highlander Forum - Scholarship 2:30am: Talking Business 11:00am: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 10:30am: Argenziano School Heritage Night Concert 2:45am: SomerViva: Espanol 9:00am: Central Broadway Streetscape Meeting 9:00am: 2014 Spring Clean Up 1:30pm: Superintendent’s Awards: Argenziano 11:30am: 2nd Annual World Language Awards Night 9:30am: Shape Up Somerville: Historic Overview 2:05pm: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 1:00pm: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge 9:15am: Talking Business 12:00pm: Board of Aldermen Meeting – 3:00pm: Our Schools, Our City - Tufts Partnership 4:00pm: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 12:00pm: 2014 Spring Clean Up REPLAY OF 5.8.14 4:00pm: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge 4:30pm: Our Schools, Our City - Tufts Partnership 12:30pm: Talking Business 3:00pm: Women’s Commission 25th Anniversary 6:00pm: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 5:00pm: Highlander Forum - Scholarship 1:30pm: The Mystic River: A Natural & Human Story 7:00pm: B2Green 8:00pm: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 5:30pm: Argenziano School Heritage Night Concert 2:30pm: Women’s Commission 25th Anniversary 7:30pm: Community Path Press Conference 10:30pm: Superintendent’s Awards: Argenziano 6:30pm: 2nd Annual World Language Awards Night 3:30pm: Shape Up Somerville: Historic Overview 8:00pm: Highlander Forum 11:05pm: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 8:00pm: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge 6:30pm: Community Path Press Conference 8:30pm: SomerViva: Espanol Friday, May 9 7:00pm: Voices of Somerville 9:00pm: The Mystic River: A Natural & Human Story Tuesday, May 13 7:30pm: Central Broadway Streetscape Meeting 10:00pm: Mayor’s Fitness Challenge Kickoff 12:00am: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 12:00am: SHS Baseball vs. Everett 8:00pm Aldermen at Work 2:00am: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge 2:00am: WSNS Science Fair Tuesday, May 13 8:30pm: Consumer Affairs w/Barbara Anthony 9:00am: 2nd Annual World Language Awards Night 9:00am: Our Schools, Our City - Tufts Partnership 12:00am: B2Green 9:00pm: Somerville Youth Peace Conference 11:00am: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 10:00am: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge 12:30am: Community Path Press Conference Saturday, May 10 12:30pm: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 12:00pm: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 1:00am: Highlander Forum 1:00pm: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 2:00pm: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 12:00am: Community Path Press Conference 1:30am: Talking Business 3:00pm: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge 4:00pm: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 12:30am: Voices of Somerville 2:30am: Voices of Somerville 5:00pm: Our Schools, Our City - Tufts Partnership 4:30pm: 2nd Annual World Language Awards Night 1:00am: Central Broadway Streetscape Meeting 9:00am: B2Green 6:00pm: 2nd Annual World Language Awards Night 6:00pm: Our Schools, Our City - Tufts Partnership 1:30am: Aldermen at Work 12:00pm: Senior Circuit 8:00pm: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 7:00pm: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge 2:00am: Consumer Affairs w/Barbara Anthony 12:30pm: Sit & Be Fit: Balance & Fall Prevention 9:30pm: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 9:00pm: SHS Vocational Senior Awards Banquet 2:30am: Somerville Youth Peace Conference 1:00pm: Community Path Press Conference 10:00pm: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 11:00pm: 2014 SHS Spring Concert 9:00am: Somerville Youth Peace Conference 1:30pm: SomerViva: Portugues Saturday, May 10 1:00am: Highlander Boys Basketball 2013-14 12:00pm: Voices of Somerville 2:00pm: Consumer Affairs w/Barbara Anthony 1:30am: 2nd Annual World Language Awards Night 12:30pm: Community Path Press Conference 2:30pm: Central Broadway Streetscape Meeting 12:00am: SHS Softball vs. Cambridge MAY 7, 2014••23

OFF THE SHELF by Doug Holder Catching up with Somerville Poet Afaa Michael Weaver In late April the flames in the fireplace in the back coming out titled: City of the Bloc 11 Cafe in Union Square no longer of Eternal Spring (UPitt) burn. But poet Afaa Michael Weaver’s flame is with a striking front cover very much in view. He joined me at my usual table by the African-American near the fireplace, a makeshift office with a -com artist Romare Bearden. fortable disarray of students’ essays, newspapers, Weaver left the café, with and the discarded skins of whitefish on my plate the lumbering gait of a big that once adorned my morning bagel. It has been a man and probably headed while since we had a chance to talk as he has been back to his humble apart- SOMERVILLE in a whirlwind of activity as of late. ment that he refers to as Weaver, a poet, playwright and a Professor at The Cave on Highland edited by Doug Holder Simmons College in Boston has recently won the Ave. And undoubtedly in yrical the prestigious Kingsley Tufts Award for poetry his dark and cloistered corner of the world he will LI ran into the poet Jim Dunn at the that comes with a purse of a 100,000 dollars. Big be hatching his next creative plot ... and that’s the Mass. Poetry Festival recently. I asked money in the poetry biz and, according to the not- way it is in the Paris of New England. him for a poem for the LYRICAL and ed poet Chase Twichell (and judge of the award), he happily complied. In his featured well deserved. Twitchell wrote: On the Passing of Heaven Sutton work Jim goes into a subject he knows “The Kingsley Tufts Award is one of the most In the year the Mayans said our world ends, intimately: “Poetic Justice.” prestigious prizes a poet can win, and I am de- I sit in my basement apartment, The Cave, lighted to see it go to Afaa. He essentially invented my neighbors from lives different from mine. himself from whole cloth as a poet. It is truly re- Poetic Justice markable.” It is a most peculiar way to be sixty, up here The poetry collection that grabbed the eye of from down south, no way to know where up is, As if the prize was The Government of Nature (UPitt) what up is or should be, only what it used to be. There is The poems, according to Weaver, deal with: “... Winters in Boston go inside my bones until Any other kind the recovery of childhood trauma in the context I feel the center of nothing, where people of Chinese spiritualism, merged with my own grow old singing Shine on Me in a capella. To allow angels Christian upbringing.” Is tricky business Weaver has a few other things on his plate as It is the center of alien coldness, hearts naked Get in there and work the pen well. Professor Enzo Surin, a colleague of mine at to ice, to a blank sun, a nakedness that says it is To free the words Bunker Hill Community College in Boston, has the only choice, one that owns love’s essence. started a small publishing press the Central Square I am black because I enter that space, people Chain the feeling Press. He will be publishing a collection by Weav- see I am the door to what they ache to know, Praying to the wind er titled: A Hard Summation. It will contain 13 the long corridors and rooms of our freedom, Doing nothing poems that span African-American history from Undoing the unspoken. slavery to contemporary times. a place where I refuse to be told I cannot dream my own dreams, a place where people like me Weaver has also finished his final draft of his agree to offer love from an uneasy forgiveness. Inertia seduces play GRIP. This is a two act play set in Baltimore The Dreaming man (Weaver is a native son of Baltimore) in the year Nights become deep stillness, I do a soul dance To sleep on it 2000. The play is a family drama that deals with a with ancestors building a respite from history, Until the sun sheds light. number of themes including: urban revitalization, arguing against the hard summation of slavery, the haunted past of a grandfather, race, class and the truth of our black wish for humanity, a seed gender. Weaver, years ago, studied with Pulitzer Poetry spins her fickle wheel made from resistance, bright moments where To crush or to redeem Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel (How I we teach America the song of our right to live. Depending on the curve of the spin learned to Drive) at Brown University. At Brown he All words gather to chain the course not only honed his poetic skills but his play writ- — Afaa M. Weaver Of life sentences to the breathless tree ing ones as well. from A Hard Summation Finally, Weaver will have a new poetry collection previously published in Barrow Street Genuflect to the genuine fleeting feeling Capture a hummingbird in a tea bag And flutter his soul steeped in warm air To

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The line shines out to star The Not to dim Somerville The heartbroken light. Times As if There is call Any other kind. Bobbie — Jim Dunn Toner: To have your work considered for the Lyrical send it to: 617-666-4010 Doug Holder, 25 School St.; Somerville, MA 02143. [email protected] 24••MAY 7, 2014