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THURSDAY, January 14, 2021

Published every Thursday Serving Back Bay - South End - Fenway - Kenmore In final State of the City THREE KINGS SPREAD CHEER AT VILLA VICTORIA address, Walsh speaks of Boston’s resiliency

By Lauren Bennett he teared up speaking of his life in Boston and his seven years as Mayor Martin Walsh deliv- the city’s mayor. ered what was probably his In his 2020 address, the final State of the City address mayor made promises to the virtually on January 12 from city regarding affordable hous- the new Roxbury branch of the ing, education, transportation Boston Public Library. and more, but the COVID-19 Last week, President-elect pandemic came out of left field Joe Biden nominated Walsh last March and shifted the way for Labor Secretary, and on the Walsh administration had Tuesday night, Walsh told Bos- to think about the city. Traditions are part of what makes the South End community strong, even during challenging times. Every tonians that he has accepted “COVID has affected all year, the Three Kings visit Villa Victoria in the South End the first week of January and bring so much joy to the position. The position still of us, but there’s no doubt, it residents. This year, even the pandemic couldn’t stop the celebration. Following safety protocols last week, the needs confirmation from the hit some harder than others. Three Kings were able to go door-to-door to deliver gifts to all of the children of Villa Victoria, lift the spirits United States Senate, but if that In Black, Latino, and immi- of all who caught a glimpse of them, and remind everyone of the holidays that will be celebrated together in happens, Walsh will step down grant communities, inequities the future. and City Council President in health, housing, and work Kim Janey will become acting opportunities caused more ill- mayor. Walsh assumed office ness and job loss,” Walsh said. Biden taps Mayor Walsh to become U.S. in 2014, and was reelected in “Older Bostonians and those 2017. with disabilities face the high- Labor Secretary in Washington, D.C. “2020 was a tough year. est risk and the most isolation. 2021 is a year for healing,” Most students have been out of Walsh’s job performance already Mayor has accepted the position, Walsh said in his speech, which, classrooms since March, and at times, became emotional as garnering praise from Bostonians awaits U.S. Senate Confirmation (State of the City, Pg. 4) By Dan Murphy By Seth Daniel After delivering what was likely his final State President-elect Joe Biden has called on Mayor of the City address on Tuesday night, Mayor Martin Walsh to join his Cabinet and lead his Martin J. Walsh is stepping down after seven incoming Labor Department – and Walsh has years as the city’s political leader, and his perfor- answered the call for his long-time ally and mance on the job is already receiving a largely friend. laudatory response. Rumors had been swirling all last week, partic- “I think he will be remembered overall pos- ularly in the State House, about Walsh’s impend- itively,” Rep. Jay Livingstone said of Mayor ing departure – which most thought would be

(Praise, Pg. 9) (Walsh tapped, Pg. 7) Alexandria to purchase Landmark Center

By Lauren Bennett includes 401 Park Drive and acquire 401 Park Drive, 201 201 Brookline Ave., from Sam- Brookline Avenue, and one Alexandria Real Estate Equi- uels & Associates for $1.52 future development oppor- ties, a real investment trust billion, according to the US tunity, located in the heart of company that focuses on life Securities and Exchange Com- our Greater Boston life science science and technology office PHOTO COURTESY OF CITY OF BOSTON/JEREMIAH ROBINSON mission (SEC). cluster market, for a purchase Boston Mayor Martin Walsh delivers what is likely his final State of the space, is poised to purchase “In January 2021, we entered City address. the Landmark Center, which into a definitive agreement to (Landmark Center, Pg. 3) PAGE 2 THE BOSTON SUN January 14, 2021 editorial

WE MUST NEVER FORGET THE LEGACY OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. As we were watching on TV the dramatic events unfold in Washington last week when the Trump Mob stormed the Capitol, threatening the lives of the Vice President, members of Congress, and the police who tried to hold them back (and actually murder- ing one of the members of the Capitol Police), the image of a gath- ering 58 years earlier in August, 1963, illuminated our mind’s eye. We are referring to the March on Washington, when more than 250,000 Americans from all across the country gathered at the Lincoln Memorial on a steamy summer day to demand “jobs and freedom,” an event that was climaxed by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s immortal “I Have a Dream” speech. The March on Washington was famous not only for Dr. King’s iconic words, but also because the unprecedented mass gathering of Americans was completely peaceful. Pundits and others had predicted rioting, but there were no arrests, no incidents, no vio- lence -- a stark contrast to the events of last Wednesday perpetrat- ed by Trump’s Mob. The March on Washington and Dr. King’s subsequent peace- ful protests galvanized support for the goals of “jobs and free- dom,” eventually resulting in laws such as the Voting Rights Act and the Civil Rights Act that ended segregation in the South and discrimination in the North. Letters to the Editor We would note that even the best efforts of a revered figure such as Dr. King could not stem the tide of violent rioting that marked ing down the place? tually all Boston’s residents are the 1960s, most notably Watts in 1965, Detroit in 1967, and Chi- WHAT IS USES BRAGGING ABOUT? The messages along the automatically enrolled in the cago in 1968. fence are what a friend of mine Dear Editor, program. Yet Dr. King’s legacy of peaceful protest is what endures today. calls balloon talk. Don’t forget The Harriet Tubman House But the exciting part of the For those of us old enough to remember the 1960s, it’s hard to the mandatory ‘Black Lives has now been completely CCE program is the “opt up” believe that it has been almost 53 years since Dr. King was assas- Matter.’ demolished. In the process, option to the Green 100 plan sinated while he was standing on a balcony in a motel room in Alison Barnet which provides electricity to Memphis. Dr. King was in Memphis to show his solidarity with while wrecking crews did their dirty work, United South End South End residents that is 100% from striking city trash collection workers. renewable sources for only a Every school child for the past generation knows well the story Settlements hung banners along the fence telling of the wonders few cents more per kWh! of Dr. Martin Luther King. But an elementary school textbook of its many programs and core MAKING A I compared our electricity cannot truly convey the extent to which he brought about real values. Is the demolition of its bill for 2020 to what it would change in our country. To anyone under the age of 50, Dr. King is DIFFERENCE IN have been if we were on the building one of those wonders? CLIMATE CHANGE just another historical figure. We read ‘Join us in the fight new Green 100 plan. Our bill Dear Editor, But for those of us who can recall the 1960s, a time when for racial equity. Harness your would have increased by less The City of Boston has racial segregation was lawful throughout half of our country and power to disrupt the cycle of $10.00 per month, or roughly a stealthy racism prevailed throughout the other half, Martin poverty.’ And just how do you announced a new program that $0.32 per day. To me that is a Luther King stands out as one of the great leaders in American do that? By tearing down your will reduce Boston’s contribu- small price to pay for electricity history, a man whose stirring words and perseverance to his cause building and putting up luxury tion to climate change. The from 100% renewable sources. changed forever the historical trajectory of race relations in Amer- condos? Community Choice Electricity The CCE program begins ica, a subject that some historians refer to as the Original Sin of Many tout programs that (CCE) program delivers elec- February 1 and the majority of the American experience. used to operate inside the Tub- tricity from sources with 28% Boston residents are automati- However, as much as things have changed for the better in the man House, although with less renewable energy content vs cally enrolled in the plan which past 53 years in terms of racial equality in our society, the events affected-sounded names like: today’s 18% renewable ener- delivers electricity from 28% of last Wednesday also made it clear that we still have a long way whole family approach, family gy for slightly less than today’s renewable energy. For those who to go before it can be said, as Dr. King put it in his speech at the mobility. Only early childhood cost. Residents do not have to (Op-Ed Pg. 3) Lincoln Memorial in 1963: “I have a dream that my four little education sounds right. Several do anything to participate, vir- children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged of the banners even incorpo- by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.” rate photos of Jameel Parker’s “What would Dr. Martin Luther King do if he were alive mural, which was smashed like today?” we often ask ourselves. We can’t say for sure, but we do everything else. know that although King accomplished much in his lifetime, he ‘Visit our programs at 48 THE BOSTON SUN Rutland Street’ - as though the would be the first to understand that the work for which he gave President/Editor: Stephen Quigley his life still is far from done. place was anywhere near as Marketing Director: Debra DiGregorio Dr. King advocated for non-violent protest and he practiced big as the Tubman House and what he preached. That’s a lesson that must be re-learned by each could incorporate all the pro- ([email protected]) grams. succeeding generation. We can only hope that his spirit and cour- I found the addition of Art Directors: Kane DiMasso-Scott, Scott Yates age can continue to inspire this and future generations to bring Christmas wreaths offensive. Reporters: Seth Daniel, [email protected] about a world in which all persons are treated with fairness, dig- What’s to celebrate about tear- nity, and respect. Lauren Bennett, [email protected] January 14, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 3

Landmark Center (from pg. 1) price of $1.52 billion,” Alexan- like ice skating and workout building, as well as a Trillium ates told the Sun. project and look forward to dria Real Estate said in the SEC classes in the new park prior to Brewing Company location. “Our view is that the Fenway collaborating with Alexandria report, which was dated Janu- the pandemic. “During the past decade, would continue to attract high on the management, leasing, ary 5, 2021. The Rink at 401 Park had its Samuels & Associates has quality life sciences firms, led and future development of this According to a recent Boston grand opening in December of invested in the repositioning of to the design of 201 Brookline site.” Globe article, Samuels & Asso- 2019, and Samuels & Associ- 401 Park as a destination for as a leading lab-ready building, Alexandria Real Estate Equi- ciates bought the former Sears ates touted the rink as one that the innovation economy, health which has proven its worth, ties declined to comment on the building in 2011 “with finan- is easily set up and removed and life sciences, and related both to tenants and investors. sale. cial backing from an arm of due to piping connected to a companies, updated the ground We will retain ownership of sig- On January 14, 2021, the JP Morgan, for $530 million.” chiller in the basement of 401 floor experience to include a nificant holdings in the neigh- Boston Planning and Devel- The developer had promised Park Drive, rather than having new public park and Time Out borhood, including life science opment Agency recommend- various forms of programming a large, external chiller. Market food hall, and expand- assets, residential, and retail. ed that the Board of Directors for the community with the cre- The development also ed the available commercial In looking ahead to the approve the sale of the build- ation of a new lawn in front of brought Time Out Market, a spaces with the redevelopment future, we remain confident ing, citing that “The General the building by paving over a food hall with food from Bos- of 201 Brookline,” a spokes- that this site, including the lab- Counsel has determined that parking lot, and offered things ton’s top restaurateurs, to the person for Samuels & Associ- ready 201 Brookline project, the changes set forth in the and additional commercial Application do not collective- development, will continue to ly constitute a ‘fundamental be a draw for the region’s grow- change’…and a public hearing Letters (from pg. 2) ing life sciences community. We is therefore not required.” The wish to opt up to the Green 100 Tremont Street won’t even let in Harvard Square and in Cen- are pleased with Alexandria’s Board of Directors is set to vote plan the details are on the City customers use their bathrooms. tral Square. Why can’t Bos- vote of confidence in the project on this matter at its Jan.14 of Boston’s website, search on Current-ly there is no place for ton just get the bathrooms it and the Fenway neighborhood. meeting. CCE. All you need is your Ever- them to go since so many places already has open longer hours We will remainAoU-NE_W181590_BWH-MGH-BMC_Diversity a partner in the Newspaper Ad_3.998w x 5h_Greyscale_WCROP_Print_V2_072320_HF.pdf 1 7/27/20 1:34 PM source account number. CCE is are closed because of the virus. and/or put up some porta pot- a program that we should all be We do not need to re-invent ties and supervise them? For embracing to help our planet. the wheel. I think there are about $1500 a month five por- Please join me in opting up to some simple solutions. There ta-potties and a hand sanita- the Green 100 plan. already are some great bath- tion station can be rented and Stephen Morgan rooms on the Common: at The installed with weekly mainte- South End Frog Pond and at the Visitors nance included. San Francisco Information Center. Howev- has 24 supervised San Francis- BATHROOMS VERY er, the City of Boston doesn’t co Pit Stop sta-tions, most of manage them. The Frog Pond which are open 24/7. Why does NEEDED IN PUBLIC bathrooms are managed by the Boston continue to ignore the PARKS Skating Club of Boston and problem? If there is a big event, Dear Editor, are open currently from 10 to like the Boston Marathon, We cannot deny that bath- 4 Saturday through Thursday there’s no problem having por-C Why have some communities not rooms are necessary for a basic and from 10 to 5 on Fridays. I ta-potties at Copley. But now been a part of medical research? human need. This need for think the Frog Pond bathrooms with everything shut because ofM bathrooms in public space is could stay open all night. Or the vi-rus and with the need forY You can help researchers develop new and better denied now more than ever. I even at the least they could be public bathrooms greater than treatments that benefit all of us. am not alone in this concern. I open the hours that the Com- ever, the city of Bos-ton has itsCM Many groups of people have been left out of am a volunteer with Common mon is open to the pubic – head in the sand and ignoresMY research in the past. That means we know less about Cathedral and Common Art. I which are 6 AM to 11:30 PM. the problem. CY their health. When you join the All of Us Research have heard from many home- The Visitors Information Cen- Bathrooms are a necessity in Program, you'll help researchers learn more about less people about the difficulty ter on the Common next to public spaces. Simply put: TheCMY what makes people sick or keeps them healthy. and often the impossibility of Tremont Street also has great city can and should collaborateK finding an open public bath- bathrooms. It is managed by with the Skating Club and the JoinAllofUs.org/NewEngland room on the Common and the Greater Boston Convention Greater Boston Convention at Copley Square. I have also and Visitors Bureau, but sadly Bureau so they can extend their (617) 768-8300 heard about the horrible indig- their bathrooms are now closed hours and hire the staff needed nities they suffer when they until further notice. They had to maintain and supervise these *All participants will receive $25 after completion of their can’t find a bathroom, indig- to furlough some employees as bathrooms. Or install some visit. To complete the visit, participants must create an nities which no human should a result of the pandemic. porta-potties which can be account, give consent, agree to share their electronic health records, answer health surveys, and have their have to suffer. I can-not ignore I am sure that if the Skat- su-pervised and used in a safe measurements taken (height, weight, blood pressure, etc.), this and I beg you not to ignore ing Club and the Greater Bos- and clean manner. This is not and give blood and urine samples, if asked. it. ton Convention and Visitors impossible given the combined All of Us and the All of Us logo are service marks of the U.S. This lack of accessible, safe, Bureau had more funding they resources of the city, the Skat- Department of Health and Human Services. clean bathrooms continues to could be able to be open lon- ing Club and the Greater Bos- be a serious public health prob- ger hours. The extra staffing ton Busi-ness and Convention lem which affects us all: home- needed to supervise and main- Bureau. A workable solution less people who sleep outside as tain these bathrooms could be must be found and imple-men- well as the many residents and quickly hired. I believe money ted as soon as possible to have tourists who enjoy these beau- can be found in the city’s bud- bathrooms on the Common tiful parks. Many homeless get and also raised from local and at Copley Square 24/7. All INTERESTED IN ADVERTISING IN THE SUN? people formerly used the bath- businesses. people should be able to take CALL 781-485-0588 TO GET STARTED rooms at the Copley Library, Other cities have responded care of a basic body function now closed since last March. to the bathroom crisis. Cam- and keep their dignity. Hotels won’t let non-guests use bridge has public bathrooms Maria Termini the facilities. Burger King on PAGE 4 THE BOSTON SUN January 14, 2021

State of the City (from pg. 1) families have struggled with decisions to make,” but every- Walsh also said that con- to those who have been there chance. This is the city where I childcare.” one must keep playing their struction on new affordable to tell their stories and speak fought side by side with you for Walsh honored the 1,060 part by wearing masks and homes will continue, as Boston their truth,” from Black youth marriage equality, immigrant Boston residents who have following all other guidelines has “stayed the national leader on his team to leaders, clergy, rights, addiction treatment, lost their lives to the virus, and to help stop the spread of the in subsidized, affordable hous- and activists. “They described criminal justice reform, educa- praised those who stepped up virus. The city will continue to ing.” lifelong anxiety around being tion funding, and good mid- to help during the crisis, includ- provide free COVID testing, Boston is also now the first pre-judged and denied oppor- dle-class jobs.” ing EMTs, doctors, nurses, Walsh said, as well as access city in the nation with a require- tunities,” Walsh said. “I heard He said that as part oof the firefighters, police officers, and to the vaccine once it becomes ment for Fair Housing in the grief, not just over lives lost -- Biden Administration, he “will more. available for more and more zoning code. “It’s a powerful but over children’s futures lim- work to make sure it’s the best “As mayor, I made decisions people. tool to protect residents from ited.” federal partner Boston and I never thought I’d have to Earlier this week, BPS displacement,” Walsh said. Last year, Walsh declared America’s cities ever had.” make: to close schools; pause announced a new plan for Walsh also addressed recov- racism a public health crisis, He continued, “the truth is, construction; turn our conven- reopening school safely for ery services, which he said have allocated millions of dollars I’m not going to Washington tion center into a field hospital; hybrid learning, and Walsh remained in place since March, into youth and other programs, alone. I’m bringing Boston and cancel the Boston Mara- said the distribution of food, as well as climate work. He and “we enacted historic police with me. This city is not just thon for the first time in its his- laptops, clothing, and housing said that he “made sure that reforms, with Black ad Brown my hometown, it’s my heart.” tory,” Walsh said. supports will be expanded. Boston never strayer from the Bostonians leading the work,” He mentioned many people He also spoke of other “We’ve been hit hard by the Paris agreement—even when he said. The city is now in who have helped and guided achievements in 2020, includ- COVID recession,” Walsh said. the White House did.” search of a Chief of Equity to him over the years, including ing the creation of a Health “For seven years, we built one Boston has already issued its lead the work. his parents, teachers, priests, Inequities Task Force and the of the most dynamic and resil- first Green Bonds, which will He said that though he is the kids he coached in Little Boston Resiliency Fund, the dis- ient economies in the world.” fund projects related to ener- “proud of the work we’ve League, those he met in recov- tribution of more than six mil- He said that jobs can be gy efficiency, and Community done in Boston,” he added that ery, his colleagues at the State lion meals to Boston residents, brought back to every neigh- Choice electricity will become a “doing better than before isn’t House, and other elected offi- providing 40,000 laptops to borhood as part of economic reality next month. enough,” and systemic racism cials he currently serves along- Boston Public Schools (BPS) recovery in the city. Walsh also spoke about needs to be addressed on all side, among many others. students, and the distribution Walsh also provided a special racial equality in the city. “The levels in the city. “Seven years ago, at my first of permanent rental vouchers message to the city’s small busi- urgency of our work has never “No city is better prepared inauguration, I said “I will lis- to more than 1,000 families at ness owners. “You are the soul been more clear,” he said. “Last than Boston to meet this ten, I will learn, I will lead. We risk for homelessness. of our economy, and you sacri- summer, George Floyd’s murder moment,” Walsh said, adding are sworn in together and we “We may be hurting, but the ficed so much for the safety of sparked a long-overdue reckon- that the city has “set a new are in this together – all of us.” I state of our city is resilient; the our city,” he said. “I will never ing with racism. I thank Black standard for fiscal manage- meant it. Every minute of every state of our city is united; the forget it.” Bostonians for the way you ment,” and has earned triple-A day in this job, I spent listening state of our city is hopeful; and He added that $26 million made your voices heard. And bond ratings for seven consecu- to you, talking with you, work- the state of our city is deep- has been provided to almost I thank everyone who joined tive years. ing with you and working for down Boston strong,” Walsh 4,000 small businesses so far, the movement — Black, white, “We made the right deci- you. I will never forget it, and I said. and small business will be “at Latino, Asian, and indigenous sions in the good times, so Bos- will forever be grateful.” Looking forward, Walsh said the center of our recovery,” he peoples standing together.” ton has the strength to move Walsh finished his speech that “there will be more hard said. He said that he has “listened forward now.” He mentioned by saying that Boston still has many new investments, such as “tough days ahead of us. But historic investments in parks, we’ve been knocked down libraries, a brand new fire sta- before, and we always get back tion in Roxbury, the renovation up. In 2021, Boston will rise Virtual Public Meeting of Boston City Hall plaza, and up again. We will leave no one many others. behind. And our city will be “I believe in Boston,” Walsh stronger than ever.” said. “This is the city that wel- The full text and video of Parcel 8 Proposal Presentations comed my immigrant parents. Mayor Walsh’s address can be Monday, January 25 Zoom Link: bit.ly/parcel8 This is the city that picked me found at: www.boston.gov/ 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864 up when I needed a second news/state-city-2021. Meeting ID: 161 399 1728 Project Description: Join the BPDA for a presentation of three proposals for redeveloping Parcel 8 in Nubian Square. Review the proposals at bit.ly/PlanNubian. Interpretation and translation will be provided in Spanish and Haitian Creole. Rejwenn Ajans Devlopman ak Planifikasyon Boston pou yon prezantasyon nan twa pwopozisyon pou redevlope Pasèl Teren 8 nan Nubian Square. Konsilte pwopozisyon yo nan bit.ly/PlanNubian. Peryòd kòmantè a pral fèmen nan 8 Fevriye. Yo pral bay sèvis entèpretasyon ak tradiksyon nan lang Kreyòl Ayisyen ak Panyòl. Únase a la Agencia de Planificación y Desarrollo de Boston para asistir a la presentación de tres propuestas para la reurbanización de la parcela 8 de la plaza Nubian. Vea las propuestas en bit.ly/PlanNubian. El período de comentarios se cerrará el 8 de febrero. Se ofrecerá interpretación y traducción al español y al criollo haitiano.

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Teresa Polhemus, Executive Director/Secretary January 14, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 5 Council President Janey starting transition to Acting Mayor

By Seth Daniel bury, said in a statement she impact, and his legacy will show unprecedented challenges facing would be ready to take the reins that dedication. Should Mayor our city.” Council President Kim Janey if Mayor Walsh were confirmed. Walsh be confirmed by the Sen- In his State of the City appears to be about ready to “I want to start by congrat- ate, I am ready to take the reins Address on Tuesday night, make history in becoming Act- ulating Mayor Walsh on his and lead our city through these Walsh expressed confidence in ing Mayor of the city – thus nomination for U.S. Secretary of difficult times. I look forward to Janey’s ability to lead the City also becoming the first African Labor,” she said. “His deep love working with the Walsh admin- through the COVID-19 pan- American mayor of Boston. for the City, and his dedication istration and my colleagues on demic and other challenges. Janey, who represents part of to working people and good the Council to ensure a smooth “If confirmed by the United Council President Kim Janey the South End and Lower Rox- jobs, have left a remarkable transition, as we address the States Senate, I will step down as would become Acting Mayor if Mayor, and City Council Pres- Mayor Walsh were to be con- ident Kim Janey will become firmed as the next U.S. Labor Arroyo files Council order to waive Special Election Acting Mayor,” he said. “I have Secretary. spoken with Councilor Janey. I ly return a message this week to By Seth Daniel mayoral candidates Michelle hasn’t read or will be before her am confident that the operations confirm if that were the case. Wu and Andrea Campbell, the Committee, but she does plan of City government, including Janey won election as the Dis- City Councilor Ricardo Special Election plays well for to have a hearing sooner rather our COVID response, will con- trict 7 Councilor when the seat Arroyo has filed a Home Rule them in that they have a signif- than later on the matter. tinue smoothly. And I want you opened up as long-time Coun- Petition before the City Council icant head start on campaigning Such a call has a steep hill to to know, the work we have done cilor Tito Jackson ran against to waive any Special Mayoral and fundraising. climb to become reality. together for the past seven years Walsh for Mayor in the 2017 Election that would be trig- However, Arroyo said he With so many on the Council has prepared Boston to build General Election. After serving gered if Mayor Martin Walsh believes a Special Election would anticipating a Special Election back stronger than ever.” one, two-year term, she was were confirmed as the new U.S. be too dangerous and could run, it would be a difficult task Sources on the City Council elected to the Council President Secretary of Labor and would suppress the vote of minority to get it out of the Council in the said if Janey were to become position in January 2020. leave before March 6. communities in Boston. first place. Were it to pass the Acting Mayor, she would also Her late father, Cliff Janey, The City Charter indicates “Holding an unnecessary and Council, it would have to go to remain Council President and was a noted educator and that a Special Election would redundant Special Election for the State Legislature as a Home District 7 Councilor at the same taught at the Bancroft School in occur sometime in June if the position of Mayor of Boston Rule Petition to be approved by time. the South End from 1974-77 in Walsh were to leave before the would endanger the health of the full body. Her staff did not immediate- the turbulent busing era. cutoff date of March 6, which Boston residents during a deadly That would also be a large most expect will certainly hap- pandemic, exacerbate an already task, as many in the Boston pen. The Charter indicates that uncertain financial future for the delegation, including State if there is a vacancy in the may- City, and contribute to existing Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (North oral seat within 16 months of inequities often seen in special End), State Rep. Jon Santia- the last Municipal Election, elections that contribute to the go (South End) and State Sen. a Special Election must take disenfranchisement of immigrant, Nick Collins (South Boston), place. With the current timeline low-income, disabled, Black, and are seriously considering a run. in Washington, D.C., in over- Latinx communities,” he said. The likelihood of them voting drive, it is highly likely that Spe- The order was on the Coun- against their best interests, said cial Election mandate would be cil Agenda for Jan. 13, and the those close to the issue, would triggered. results of that came after news- be unlikely. That has been a gift from paper deadlines. The Special Election date Heaven to many considering Councilor Lydia Edwards would depend on when, or if, a run in the Special Election, said the matter would go to her Walsh is confirmed by the U.S. particularly for those already in Committee, and she would act Senate and leaves his mayoral office, as they could run without quickly. seat. Most estimate the date of a COVID-19 Testing having to give up their existing Edwards said she wouldn’t Special Election would figure to seats in state or City govern- comment on anything that she be in June. ment. For already announced Safe, fast, easy, free EBNHC provides walk-thru COVID-19 Fenway Rep. Chynah Tyler set to become youngest testing to anyone who wants to be tested, chair of state Black and Latino Legislative Caucus six days a week at 79 Paris Street.

Staff report most difficult times. In this new solutions, bold leadership and role, I am looking forward to to take decisive action.” Pre-registration required: Rep. Chynah Tyler is set building strong coalitions with As the incoming Chair of Call 617-569-5800. to become the Chair of the all of my colleagues in the leg- the MBLLC, Rep. Tyler has 15-member Massachusetts islature including Senate Presi- expressed her continued com- Monday-Friday: 8am-11:30am and 1pm-4:30pm Black and Latino Legislative dent Spilka and Speaker Mari- mitment to equity in all aspects Caucus (MBLLC) for the 2021- ano, Governor Baker and mem- of public life with a strong focus Saturday: 10am-1:30pm 2022 legislative session. Rep. bers of the community so that on education, public health, Tyler succeeds Rep. Carlos we may continue to uplift the and public safety saying “This Gonzalez of Springfield who issues of Black, Latino and res- pandemic has only served to served as chair during the 2019- idents of color from around the horribly exacerbate preexist- 2020 legislative session. At 31 Commonwealth,” said incom- ing inequities in our society. As years-old Rep. Tyler will be the ing Chair Tyler. “I am humbled we move into this new legisla- youngest Chair since the Cau- by the distinction of becoming tive session it is imperative that cus’s founding in 1973. the Caucus’s youngest Chair as we continue to approach every “I am proud and honored to now more than ever we need issue with equity at the fore- be leading my fellow Black and the next generation of leaders front of the discussion.” Visit ebnhc.org/covid19 for other testing sites around Boston Latino legislators through these to come forward with creative PAGE 6 THE BOSTON SUN January 14, 2021 South End leaders note unfinished business with Walsh’s departure Most give him good Fox. “What we want to know the ground, with the Office of WSANA Vice President Desi the Mayor’s office, but this now is how we can continue Neighborhood Services (ONS), Murphy said he felt the Admin- did improve over the past few marks, could have to advance the agenda on so was substantially upgraded istration was just hitting its years. We gained traction with many issues like Mass/Cass 2.0 during Walsh’s tenure – and stride when Walsh announced our goals for the neighbor- done better with and Long Island and Water & also gave him high marks on his departure. hood through the support and opioid crisis Sewer equity…Our attention expanding affordable housing. “I thought his Administra- dedication of Faisa Sharif. We will be focused on what the “In the South End in partic- tion was starting to hit their believe her promotion is a sign policies and positions are for ular, ONS staff have been very stride becoming more confi- that the Administration valued By Seth Daniel candidates on these unfinished responsive to residents’ con- dent and engaging us better,” her level of engagement and With all signs this week issues of crucial importance to cerns and we trust that this com- he said. “It’s disappointing for listening to the concerns with pointing to Mayor Martin the South End.” mitment will continue,” he said. him not to finish his term but neighborhood leaders and the Walsh being confirmed as the George Stergios, president “The track record of the Boston let’s be honest with ourselves associations/constituents they next U.S. Labor Secretary for of the Worcester Square Area economy speaks for itself. As - who is going to say no to a represent.” President-elect Joe Biden, many Neighborhood Association importantly though, the Walsh job offer from the president? WSANA Board member, and in the South End said they (WSANA), said most of Mayor Administration has made a Many of the actual and poten- Walsh supporter, Bob Minnocci gave his Administration high Walsh’s efforts were successful commitment to providing tial candidates will bring new said he was convinced Walsh marks on things like affordable in the neighborhood, but said affordable housing to ensure perspectives on Mass and Cass. wasn’t leaving his seat, so he housing and City services, but his effectiveness on the opiate that the city remains a diverse Hopefully they will continue was surprised of the announce- would have liked to see him do crisis could have been better. community.” the successful efforts like public ment – and disappointed. He better on the opioid crisis in “I hope he has as much suc- He said one area he would works and the continued will- said the departure leaves a lot their neighborhood. cess as Secretary of Labor as have liked to have seen more ingness to engage neighbors. of loose strings, and hopes At the same time, many said he had with most of his efforts improvement, like Stergios, I hope that the eventual new those issues won’t see a reversal they also worry about a lot of as Mayor, for example, in was on the opiate crisis. mayor or mayors continue sup- just as he felt they were hitting unfinished business that the expanding affordable housing, “One disappointing aspect of porting Long Island (Recovery their stride. sudden departure of Mayor and more success than he had the Walsh Administration has Campus).” “He assured a number of Walsh has left undone – issues with the one that affects us in been the slow response to the Like Eight Streets, East people over the past few months like private sewers, Mass/ WSANA the most, the opiate Opioid crisis,” he said. “It took Berkeley Neighborhood Asso- that he was in Boston to stay Cass 2.0 and pedestrian safety crisis,” he said. a long time to develop an ade- ciation (EBNA) President Ken and finish the work he start- efforts. Eight Streets President quately resourced response and Smith said his Association ed and would not be going to South End Forum Modera- Michael Almond had a similar this delay put a huge strain on members really valued the con- Washington,” he said. “Politics tor Steve Fox was one who felt view of Walsh’s time in office. many South End residents and sistent talent at ONS – which and words of politicians some- there was a lot of unfinished He said residents have felt neighborhoods. Going forward he said helped EBNA advance times have a short shelf life. business left in the South End. that Walsh has responded well we hope that the Mayor’s suc- some long-time goals. His departure leaves some of He said he would be using those to COVID-19, and coordinated cessor will redouble the legal “The EBNA has been for- his best work, like Long Island, unfinished issues as a gauge for well with Gov. Charlie Baker on efforts to reopen the Long tunate to work with Mayor possibly in peril, depending on any candidate. the pandemic. He said the flow Island Bridge and shelter facil- Walsh’s Administration these who succeeds him and their “We wish the mayor well of information and services to ities to give those devastated by past few years,” he said. “We inclination toward the drug in his new work in DC,” said residents has been “laudable.” the Opioid crisis the support haven’t always had the best recovery campus, which we Almond also said the talent on they need.” support and visibility from desperately need.”

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Walsh Tapped (from pg. 1) announced last Wednesday. “dream job.” Boston needs a partner to fight National events at the U.S. Cap- He told the online audience for working families at the fed- itol seemed to postpone that, Tuesday that he had accepted eral level.” and on Tuesday it was first offi- the job of Labor Secretary and The other announced mayor- cially reported by Politico.com. was just waiting for Senate con- al candidate, District 4 Coun- On Friday, Biden held a televi- firmation. cilor Andrea Campbell – a for- sion press conference to make “In eight days, we’ll have mer Council President – also the official announcement friends and allies in the White issued a statement Thursday “I am nominating a good House who believe in cities afternoon. friend and a stand-up guy – and share our values,” he said, “Congratulations to Mayor Marty Walsh of Boston,” said beginning to choke up. “As a Walsh on his nomination as Biden on Friday. “The son member of that Administration, Secretary of Labor - a fitting Mayor Martin Walsh shown here being sworn in on Jan. 1, 2018 at of Irish immigrants, his only I will work to make sure it’s the role for someone who has spent downside is they’re not from the Cutler Majestic Theatre as his mother, family and President-elect best federal partner Boston and his entire career fighting for Joe Biden look on. Biden was the keynote speaker at the Inauguration Mayo, they’re from Galway. America’s cities ever had. The working people in and out of event and spoke about the close friendship with Mayor Walsh – which They left Galway and moved truth is, I’m not going to Wash- public service,” she said. “The has now budded into what looks to be a close working relationship as to Boston. Marty was born and ington alone. I’m bringing Bos- realities of deep division in our Walsh heads off to become a member of the new Presidential Cabinet. raised in Dorchester. People ton with me. This city is not just country and city have never who know him know he’s tough my hometown, it’s my heart. been more clear than they have the Massachusetts AFL-CIO, I There haven’t yet been any as nails…He’s in his second It’s my mother and father at the this year - amidst a pandemic have seen the unmatched level announcements as to when term a successful time as mayor kitchen table on Taft Street in and yesterday’s domestic attack of care and passion he brings confirmation hearings would of the iconic city of Boston and to fighting for working peo- begin, but certainly they would always puts working people Dorchester, talking about help- on our democracy. For Boston, ple every day. His service and be after the Jan. 21 Inaugura- first…Marty understands that ing people…In the end, I carry there’s so much at stake in 2021 the middle-class built this coun- with me the people of Boston, as we look to recover from record as a dedicated labor tion Day, though many believe try and unions built the mid- from every neighborhood: every this pandemic and reimagine leader, legislator, and Mayor of confirmation could come dle class. He sees how union child who shared a dream with what our city can be without Boston provides overwhelming quickly with the U.S. Senate workers have held this country me; every senior who shared a persistent inequities. I know evidence that he will be a terrif- soon being controlled by the together in crisis…They are memory; every business owner Mayor Walsh will be a partner ic Secretary of Labor.” Democratic Party. literally keeping this country who welcomed me in; every in that work in this new role.” going and they deserve a Secre- nonprofit or community lead- Others that had been sug- tary of Labor who knows how er I worked with; and every- gested alongside Walsh were to build their power of workers. one watching right now who Congressman Andy Levin SmileS He knows that when I say our cares about their family and the of Michigan, former Deputy future is built in America, it will future of this city.” Labor Secretary Seth Harris, be a future built by American It wrapped up a surprising California Labor Secretary Julie Start workers.” few days in City politics where Su and AFL-CIO Chief Econo- He noted that the Free Labor many loyal Walsh supporters mist Bill Spriggs, according to Standards Act didn’t say one felt there was no way he was the Politico.com report and here. could only have unions, but going to leave for Washington, other previous media reports. said unions should be encour- The South End Community Health D.C., though others – primarily Local trade unions imme- Center provides high-quality health aged. Some of the issues Biden in the State House – felt it was diately gave their support to identified for Walsh to work on care to newborns, children, and teens an absolute given. The news Biden picking Walsh. through age 17. From annual was a $15 minimum wage, pen- first came on Thursday around “IBEW Local 103 has seen check-ups and preventive care to sion protection, worker safety, 1:30 p.m. when Politico.com firsthand that Marty Walsh treating children with more complex wage theft, union participation broke the official news. is a champion for all working conditions, we’ve been caring for kids in trade policy and paid fami- in the South End for 50 years. We’d like ly leave. In a bit of a surprise, However, Councilor Michelle people,” said Business Manag- Wu – who is running for mayor er Lou Antonellis. “We share to care for yours, too! We offer both Biden said he gave “serious telehealth and in-person visits. consideration” to putting Sen. – enjoyed breaking the news his values that every worker Bernie Sanders into the position, somewhat before it became offi- deserves access to great train- but the two decided it would be cial in issuing a statement shortly ing, great careers, and a chance best for Sanders to remain in the after the Politico story. That, of at the American dream. As an Democratically-controlled Sen- course, is something the mayor organizer, legislator, and Mayor, ate. He would be the first union did for her last fall when he Marty Walsh has demonstrated A Division of the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center member to serve as Secretary “outed” her mayoral campaign his profound commitment to of Labor. He would need to be to The Boston Globe before she making stronger communities meet the newest member of our confirmed by the U.S. Senate officially announced it. and safer workplaces.” “This is one of the most “Congratulations to Mayor The state AFL-CIO also pediatric team: Dr. riemer! important departments to me,” Marty Walsh on his nomina- commended the pick, noting “I’m thrilled to join the Pediatric Department at the said Biden. “I trust Mayor tion as Labor Secretary for the they have worked closely with South End Community Health Center. As a pediatric Walsh and I am honored he Biden Administration,” said Walsh and believe he will be a doctor of osteopathic medicine, I practice a whole- accepted.” Wu. “He will be the first union great Secretary of Labor. child approach to care, supporting wellness in both mind and body. My goal is for your child to be Walsh spoke during the member to serve in this role in “Marty Walsh is a champi- truly healthy, inside and out, in addition to being press conference also, but his nearly 50 years, and his lead- on of working people and is a symptom-free. I recently became a mom myself, so most poignant comments came ership will come at a critical perfect pick to lead the Depart- I can appreciate how it feels to want the best care for your child in challenging times. It would be my during Tuesday’s State of the time for the labor movement. ment of Labor,” said Massa- privilege to provide your child with the attention City Address – where he often There is much work to do to chusetts AFL-CIO President and care that your family deserves.” got emotional at the parts clean up the backwards, anti- Steven A. Tolman. “From my Dr. Jeretta LeighAnn Riemer, Pediatrician where he spoke about leaving worker policies of the Trump time working side by side with his hometown and his job as administration that have hurt Marty Walsh both in the legis- accepting new patients. mayor, which he has called his so many here in our city, and lature and as the President of Call 617-425-2090 to make an appointment PAGE 8 THE BOSTON SUN January 14, 2021 Who’s Running? More like who isn’t running for mayor State Rep. Santiago to change after November lends itself towards that.” meeting, and Wu always enjoy- Council, and some others in the with the shifting political sands Santiago is a shooting star ing established support in the Boston state delegation, are at looks to be heading nationally and at the state level, type of candidate in that he has South End and Back Bay since first-glance considered poten- for a run it could even mean anoth- succeeded in so many arenas, living there some years ago. tial candidates. er Special Election sometime including politics, very quickly. Potentially jumping into the Some names floated around thereafter. Just starting his second term as race on Monday was Police off the bat are Council Presi- By Seth Daniel In the South End, the major a state representative whose ter- Commissioner Willie Gross, dent Kim Janey, South Boston In the wake of Mayor Mar- story brewing right now is ritory includes the South End, who said he is giving deep State Sen. Nick Collins, Coun- tin Walsh deciding to join the what looks like it could be a Lower Roxbury, and parts of consideration to a run. Gross cilor Annissa Essaibi George, Biden Administration in Wash- serious effort by State Rep. Jon the Back Bay and Beacon Hill, would be an intriguing candi- District 2 Councilor Ed Flynn, ington, D.C., everyone quickly Santiago to run for mayor. he is also a captain in the Army date who has been popular in Beacon Hill/Back Bay State wondered who would be a can- “I am weighing my options,” National Guard and returned the neighborhoods and would Rep. Jay Livingstone, Dorches- didate in any Special Election, he told the newspaper on Sun- from a deployment to the Mid- generate lots of law enforce- ter State Rep. Russell Holmes which would be required if day. dle East in mid-December. Also ment support. Gross has been and former Dorchester State Walsh left office before March On Monday, he also told an Emergency Room doctor routinely visible over the past Sen. Linda Forry. 6 – which he is expected to do. television news stations that, at Boston Medical Center, he few years as Commissioner. On the other side of the coin That said, the proper ques- as an Emergency Room doctor, chronicled on social media Having grown up in Boston and are those that are not running tion this week wouldn’t be who leading the City through the his walk through a blizzard spent most of his adult life in – which in this case has also is running, but rather who isn’t pandemic is appealing. in December - one day after the Boston Police Department, made big news. running. “This election will be the returning from his deployment he has made a recognizable State Sen. Sonia Chang Diaz Filling Mayor Walsh’s seat most consequential race in the - to get the COVID-19 vaccine. name for himself. However, in – who represents Jamaica Plain, could likely mean a workout city of Boston,” Santiago told Through his deployment, he the current police-communi- Mission Hill, and the South for voters at the polls in 2021. Boston 25 news. “And we are said he had never missed a vote ty climate, it is uncertain if his End – had been rumored to be Were there a Special Election in a crisis of epic proportions in the State House. support would spread citywide. lining up support in her part of in June as required by the City that has ravaged the economy Prior to that, he also worked “It’s an honor for people to the City, but on Friday she told Charter, that would mean there and the public health system. the front lines during the surges think of you in that capacity the newspaper it wasn’t true. would also be a Preliminary And I think the opportunity of COVID-19 at BMC and also when you’re Police Commis- She is not running, she said. Election in September and a to lead the city through this at the South Boston Conven- sioner,” he said on Monday “I am focused on state-level General Election in Novem- end of this crisis is incredibly tion Center’s Field Hospital. afternoon. “There’s a lot of policy and implementation as a ber. The City could potentially appealing. And I also think that His interest draws into anti-police sentiment. We know lever for tackling the big chal- have four mayors in one year my experience in government, question the reported inter- why. We’re working on reform. lenges facing us--from corona- in some scenarios. Were things medicine and the military really est of North End/South End It’s such an honor to be thought virus response, to racial and State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz of in that capacity. I can’t give economic justice, to climate – chair of the powerful Ways you an answer 100 percent. change, to economic growth,” Let’s & Means Committee and a Out of respect, I’m going to she said. “I haven’t been mak- do you have Make potential Speaker of the House give this deep consideration. If ing calls about running for 2021 a in the future. Michlewitz was there’s one thing that is true, I mayor and I’m not planning to Better said by sources close to him on would never be as presumptu- run for mayor. I congratulate Year! Thursday evening that he was ous to throw my hat in the ring Marty Walsh on this exciting interested in making a run for when the mayor just made his new chapter, and I’m overjoyed 2021 mayor in a Special Election. announcement…I will talk to that the City of Boston will get vision2020for your business However, some sources my family, the mayor and my Kim Janey--who’s been my sis- this week have indicated that friends about this. You can’t ter in service since before either Your Year Michlewitz wouldn’t run if San- decide this in three days.” one of us was in elective office Your Cost tiago were to run. With Santia- An experienced mayoral - as its next mayor.” 1 Option JOIN THE INDEPENDENT go seemingly very interested, candidate is at-Large Council- District 1 Councilor Lydia 52 WEEKS 2021 AD CAMPAIGN some say that counts Michle- or Michael Flaherty, who told Edwards confirmed almost Business Card Size Jan. — Dec. 2021 witz, who is positioned very the newspaper Wednesday he immediately she will not run in 3.37” by 2” high ONE FULL YEAR of advertising well at the State House, out. is also considering a run for a Special Election. for only $2,021 Michlewitz didn’t respond to mayor. Flaherty ran against “I am not running for mayor 2 per paper the newspaper on Wednesday the late Mayor Tom Menino in in no way, shape or form,” she Option THE REVERE JOURNAL | THE EVERETT INDEPENDENT THE WINTHROP TRANSCRIPT | THE LYNN JOURNAL after confirming his potential 2009, and said he isn’t ruling said. “I’m interested in the City THE EAST BOSTON TIMES | THE CHELSEA RECORD 26 WEEKS THE BOSTON SUN | THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT BRIDGE interest late last week. out another run this year. staying stable and focused and 2col x 3 in. BEACON HILL TIMES | NORTH END REGIONAL REVIEW Already in the race are “I can say on the record getting it through one of the JAMAICA PLAIN GAZETTE | MISSION HILL GAZETTE 3.37” by 3” high At-Large Councilor Michelle that I am weighing all of my most difficult times ever, which Choose from any 3 Options for an insightful COLOR year of news, sports, and social gatherings Wu, who announced last fall options,” he said. “There are is the pandemic and a poten- 2 ADS/MONTH from your Hometown Newspaper that she was running. District a lot of factors to consider, tial economic recession. People 2 Payments of $1,01050 4 Councilor Andrea Campbell including who enters the race need to stay focused and do 3 First due Jan. 31, 2020 Option Second due June 31, 2020 also entered the race last fall, and whether we have a Special their jobs now.” We accept all major Credit Cards and has shown great momen- Election or not. Our City needs Charlestown State Rep. Dan With options to change Publications on each run tum lately in gathering support a Mayor and leaders in each Ryan also said he isn’t interest- and raising money. elected position that are fully ed in running either. 1 AD/MONTH Both Wu and Campbell have committed to both bringing our Any Special Election would 2col x 5 in. DON’T WAIT! been making the rounds for City through this pandemic and mean candidates could run 3.37” by 5” high Call your Ad Rep at some months in the neighbor- continuing the work of making without consequence of losing COLOR hoods – with Campbell speak- Boston a better, more resilient their Council or Legislative ing in late November at the and equitable place for all its seats, which prompts what is Worcester Square Area Neigh- residents.” expected to be a large field for borhood Association (WSANA) Meanwhile, others on the any Special Election. January 14, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 9 Victim in Christmas Eve attack near Mass/Cass has died Medford man and battery on a person over are available to connect family injury and was transported to victim has since been identi- 60 and aggravated burglary in members and others impacted an area hospital, where he died fied as Richard Ghiozzi, 33, of murdered outside connection with the attack. At by Mr. Rose’s death with the this week. Medford. Southampton Shelter that time, Judge Debra Delvec- services and resources they may The Boston Police Depart- chio ordered him to undergo an need to cope with their grief and POLICE SEARCH FOR ment is actively reviewing the Stafff report evaluation at Bridgewater State begin the long process of heal- KILLER OF MEDFORD MAN facts and circumstances sur- Bruce Rose, who was violent- Hospital. ing,” District Attorney Rachael Boston Police are asking the rounding this incident and is ly attacked inside his home near The pending case against Rollins said. “Mr. Richardson public for help in a murder that asking anyone with informa- Mass/Cass on Christmas Eve, Richardson is expected to is accused of a violent attack took place on Jan. 4 outside the tion relative to this investiga- has died this week of the inju- return to court on Friday, Janu- that robbed Mr. Rose of his life. Southampton Shelter in New- tion to contact Boston Police ries he suffered in the attack. In ary 15. Prosecutors expect that He will be held accountable for market. Homicide Detectives at (617) the wake of Mr. Rose’s death, Richardson will be arraigned the harm he is alleged to have At about 7:31 p.m. on Jan. 343-4470. Suffolk prosecutors expect to on new charges during that inflicted.” 4, officers responded to a radio Ghiozzi was the second per- arraign Wyse Richardson, 23, court appearance. Richardson is accused of call for a person stabbed in the son murdered in that location on new, upgraded charges. “My office is here to provide breaking into a Pompeii Street area of 115 Southampton St. within the past six months, Richardson was previous- Mr. Rose’s loved ones with the apartment building and vio- near Mass/Cass. On arrival, with Damian Hughes, of West- ly arraigned on December 28, support they need as the case lently beating a 66-year-old res- officers located a male victim borough, also begin stabbed to 2020, in the Roxbury Division against the man accused of kill- ident and ransacking the man’s suffering from a stab wound. death last summer at or very of the Boston Municipal Court ing Mr. Rose moves forward. apartment at approximately 11 The victim was transported to near the same location. on charges of aggravated assault The Victim Witness Advocates p.m. on Christmas Eve. The a local hospital where he was assigned to my Homicide Unit victim suffered a serious head later pronounced deceased. The

Praise (from pg. 1) Walsh. “[In Back Bay and on Act. His support was crucial to borhood Services team are ter- Whitney said. praised President-elect Joe Beacon Hill], he’ll generally be its passage, and when you think rific at following up on details, Moreover, Whitney said he Biden for his choice of Walsh remembered for working with about its three pillars — histor- getting things done. There has also been “impressed with as Secretary of Labor, where, the business communities and ical preservation, parks, and may not be much glamour in Mayor Walsh’s commitment she said, Walsh “will get the the neighborhood associations affordable housing — those fixing streetlamps, installing to affordable housing and his chance to continue his legacy to achieve the best results.” are three very important pri- crosswalks or enforcing regula- attempt to create affordable of commitment to workers and Upon entering office, how- orities for our district. In fact, tions, but Walsh clearly under- housing in all neighborhoods in working families on the nation- ever, Mayor Walsh initially it’s really the first city historical stood that mayors make their the city, and of course, the long- al level.” found himself at odds with the preservation money to be made reputation by delivering on term project that will continue Added Durkan: “Mayor Beacon Hill community, which available. I’ve seen so many quality-of-life issues and being long after he goes to Washing- Walsh has led Boston during the hadn’t largely supported him in great CPA projects get funded responsive to all residents of ton.” biggest national public health the election, Rep. Livingstone in our neighborhoods already, the City, not just those in their Whitney said that he looks crisis in history. The last [seven] said, over the installation of and I think the program has natural constituency. He hasn’t forward to the Beacon Hill years, we have seen some great ADA-accessible curb-cuts on been set up well—so that’s defi- wasted much time sloganeering Civic Association joining with technological improvements streets in that neighborhood. nitely a legacy for the Mayor to about issues beyond the May- the West End Civic Association from City Hall including the “But at the end of the day, he be proud of.” or’s control or pandering to and the Neighborhood Associ- innovation of Boston 311, listened to the neighborhood’s Elliott Laffer, chair of the audiences outside the City lim- ation of the Back Bay again to which better enabled residents concerns and took them into Neighborhood Association of its. Huge shoes to fill.” sponsor a mayoral candidates for support in non-emergency account,” Rep. Livingstone the Back Bay, said, “I think Rob Whitney, chair of the forum in the coming months. issues. These improvements will said, “and we were able to Marty Walsh has a tremendous Beacon Hill Civic Association Tim Horn, president of the better enable the next Mayor to reach a resolution that satisfied body of difficult experiences board of directors, said, “As Fenway Civic Association, build on accessibility and trans- everyone’s expectations.” that he personally and his fam- president and now chair of commended Mayor Walsh for parency at City Hall. We’ve While Rep. Livingstone said ily have dealt with that makes the Civic Association, I had his commitment to the city’s seen an increasingly empow- the number of people suggest- him a very compassionate per- a lot of interaction through parks since the groundbreaking ered council, and I anticipate ing that he enter the race to fill son, a very caring person, and Mayor Walsh’s senior staff, at Symphony Park at the begin- the collaboration will continue Mayor Walsh’s seat has been that’s really come through in including Chris Osgood [the ning of his first term. with the next Mayor’s adminis- flattering, he flatly insists he the work he’s done as mayor.” Mayor’s chief of streets, trans- “The support for the rehab tration.” isn’t interested in the job. As Mayor, Walsh also made portation and sanitation] and of the Johnson Gates and the Looking ahead to Boston’s “ A diverse, talented group major strides as he became Chris Cook [commissioner of entrance to the Back Bay Fens next mayoral election, Durkan of individuals have declared more comfortable on the job. the Boston Parks Department] and the increase in parks fund- wrote, “This is bound to be an or seem like they’re ready to “He’s grown a lot as mayor, and that was really positive, work- ing in general now appears like exciting year of conversation declare their candidacies,” Rep. that’s not unusual for someone ing with our neighborhood on the best possible use of funds about Boston’s future, and the Livingstone said. “Boston seem in that position,” Laffer said. issues that are important to res- prior to a major pandemic,” Mayor we want to see take us like it will have a great choice Mayor Walsh’s success in idents.” Horn wrote. “Our parks and into our ‘new normal.’ With a to replace Mayor Walsh, and I increasing the public-hous- Whitney praised Osgood, open spaces have been over record number of women and look forward to learning about ing stock throughout the city, under Mayor Walsh’s leader- run with good use this year people of color expected to run, those candidates as the race Laffer said, and his adroitness ship, in particular for his work and due to the investment in this could be the most diverse develops.” in handling the coronavirus is implementing the agreement these places they were ready slate of candidates in Boston’s City Councilor Kenzie Bok, how his tenure in Boston will that the Civic Association now for the increased use. It is vital history. Voters are looking for a who also said she has no inten- likely be remembered. has with the city for upgrading that funding for parks be sus- leader who can bring us togeth- tion of running for mayor and “I was a skeptic in 2013, but sidewalk intersections tained in the future. It is the one er in the midst of these precari- remains committed to her work I’m really going to miss Marty “Mayor Walsh has been very area that benefits all residents ous and challenging times.” in District 8, wrote: “I think Walsh.,” said Tom Perkins, good, and especially [Osgood] regardless of age, race or gen- The Sun’s Lauren Bennett one of Mayor Walsh’s greatest President of the Bay Village and his staff, at creating more der.” contributed to reporting for legacies in the district will be Neighborhood Association. accessibility on Beacon Hill for Sharon Durkan, who chairs this article. the Community Preservation “Faisa Sharif and his Neigh- the present and into the future,” the Boston Ward 5 Democrats, PAGE 10 THE BOSTON SUN January 14, 2021

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Staff report Daphne, and the coveted Mary wired herself with hidden cam- Higgins Clark Book Award. eras; chased down criminals; Join the Neighborhood Asso- Book reviewers have called her and confronted corrupt poli- ciation of the Back Bay’s Special “a master of suspense,” and her ticians, while her hard hitting Events for a fascinating evening newest novel is the chilling psy- journalism has changed laws with investigative reporter and chological stand-alone novel, and lives. noted author, Hank Phillippi “The First to Lie.” Ryan lives in the Boston area Ryan, during a one-hour virtu- Ryan is also an on-air inves- with her husband, a nationally al presentation on Wednesday, tigative reporter for Boston’s renowned civil rights and crim- Feb. 10, at 7 p.m. WHDH-TV, as well as a tele- inal rights and criminal defense A bestselling author of 14 vision reporter since 1975,with attorney. The brickwork in the last clue is on 6 Durham Street designed and built mystery thrillers, Ryan is the 37 Emmys and 14 Edward R. Register at specialevents@ by Ivory Bean in 1881. The South End Historical Society reproduced a winner of the genre’s most pres- newspaper article from the 1850s that noted, “... and that experienced Murrow Awards. She has also nabbonline.org, and a link will builder, Mr. Ivory Bean, has done the mason’s work for the block, tigious awards, including five battled her way through hur- be sent to you for the event. which is sufficient to know that the work is well done.” Agatha’s, four Anthony’s, the ricanes, floods, and blizzards; The next clue will be found in the Back Bay. Do you have a favorite building or detail you would like featured? Send an email to [email protected] with your suggestion. Old YWCA building in Back Bay proposed to become affordable housing

THIS WEEK'S CLUE By Dan Murphy into affordable housing, which Neighborhood Association of will be operated in partner- the Back Bay, is also encour- The historic, 13-story Back ship with the Pine Street Inn. aged by the plan. Bay building owned by YW Two of the existing tenants, “It’s an excellent opportunity Boston (formerly YWCA Bos- the Lyric Stage Company of to get us get deeply affordable ton) at the corner of Clarendon Boston, a nonprofit performing housing in neighborhood to and Stuart streets is now pro- arts center, and the Snowden help address that sort of issue,” posed for redevelopment into International School, will also said Laffer said, who added 210 affordable housing units, stay on as part of the redevel- that he expects the Article 80 which, many believe, could opment plan, and no changes process for the project would go a long way towards creat- are planned to the building’s run smoothly as well. ing additional, much-needed exterior. The Boston Planning and lower-cost living spaces in that Of the project, State Rep. Jay Development Agency was neighborhood. Livingstone said, “It’s a great scheduled to hold an Impact Beacon Communities has idea to bring long-term afford- Advisory Group and Public proposed the rehabilitation of able housing to the neighbor- Meeting virtually on the project approximately 50,000 square hood, and I look forward to the Jan. 13; read next week’s Sun feet comprising the existing public process.” for more in-depth coverage. Hotel 140 and 118 apartments Elliott Laffer, chair of the January 14, 2021 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 11 Positive test rates are up in the Back Bay and surrounding areas

By John Lynds were tested and 8.9 percent let them know about the exten- est city statistics. went from 42,195 cases to were found to be COVID posi- sions and answer any questions. The BPHC data released 45,206 confirmed cases in a Last week the cumulative tive last week. To find a complete list of last Friday showed Back Bay, week. Thirty-five more Boston COVID-19 positive test rate in At a press briefing last week industries and activities that Beacon Hill, North End, West residents died from the virus Back Bay and the surrounding Mayor Martin Walsh remind- will remain closed, and those End and Downtown had an and there are now 1,060 total neighborhoods as well as the ed residents about extending that are allowed to stay open, infection rate of 349 cases deaths in the city from COVID. weekly positive test rate rose Boston’s temporary pause on visit Boston.gov/Reopening. per 10,000 residents, up from slightly. reopening, Last Tuesday the Walsh said in another three 321.9 cases per 10,000 resi- According to the latest data Mayor announced that he weeks, the City will re-evaluate dents. released by the Boston Public would extend the pause on the situation. One hundred fifty-one addi- SERVICE Health Commission (BPHC) Phase 3 of reopening for at least “If the metrics have moved tional residents became infect- DIRECTORY last Friday, overall 39,263 another three weeks, until Jan- in the right direction we’ll lift ed with the virus last week and Back Bay, Beacon Hill, North uary 27. these restrictions,” said Walsh. the total number of cases in the PAINTING End, West End and Downtown “This is an effort to slow “If the metrics get worse, we’ll area increased from 1,794 cases residents have been tested for the spread to protect hospi- have to put in place more to 1,945 cases as of last Friday. COVID-19 and the data shows tal capacity and avoid a more restrictions.” The statistics released by JOHN J. RECCA that 4.8 percent of those tested severe shutdown later on,” However, he added he is the BPHC as part of its weekly were COVID positive--a 4..3 PAINTING said Walsh. “This is not about hopeful that he will be able to COVID19 report breaks down Interior/Exterior percent increase from the 4.6 targeting specific sectors as lift these restrictions, but he is the number of cases and infec- Commercial/Residential percent two weeks ago. the cause of viral spread, but taking a cautious approach and tion rates in each neighbor- Fully Insured Last week 3,288 residents instead, an effort to reduce doing what he feels is right for hood. It also breaks down the Quality Work were tested and 3.8 were pos- overall activity happening out- Boston. number of cases by age, gender itive--a 5.5 percent increase side people’s homes.” The infection rate in Back and race. Reasonable Rates from the 3.6 reported two Fri- Boston’s Office of Economic Bay and surrounding neighbor- Citywide positive cases of Free Estimates [email protected] days ago. Development has been reach- hoods increased 8.4 percent in coronavirus increased 7.3 per- Citywide, 33,903 residents ing out to different sectors to one week according to the lat- cent percent last week and 781-241-2454

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CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: tion: 11:00am - 8:00pm regulations, the PSR summarizes the public, but registration can be for free, in-person, high-qual- Due to public health concerns, Equity Status: Equity Applicant the District’s chosen Preferred Sche- done online and via phone. Call ity Pre-K at community-based the hearings that normally would Date of Initial Application: matic Design from the options stud- (617) 635-9010 to schedule a phone organizations across the city for the be held on a week have been post- August 17, 2020 ied during earlier phases (Prelimi- appointment with a specialist. 2020-21 school year for children poned or canceled due to the guid- Date of Filing with Inspectional nary Design Program) for the future •P-EBT Cards - All BPS stu- who are 4 years old as of Septem- ance of Mayor Martin Walsh and Services Department: August 20, William E. Carter School building dents will have more P-EBT funds ber 1, 2020. More information is the order of Gov. Charlie Baker. 2020 in the South End. for this school year. If you received available at bostonpublicschools. Some meetings, however, have been Date of Community Meeting: P-EBT funds in the past, look for org/upk. moved to an online or teleconfer- August 26, 2020 and October 13, From the Jan. 14 School Com- funds to be allocated the last week ence format under the emergency 2020 mittee Nominating Panel, 4 p.m., of December. New to P-EBT? You order on the Open Meeting Law Presentation Team: Shane Hyde, online: will get a P-EBT card in January or FREE BPS BREAKFAST IN issued by Gov. Baker. CEO, Aaron Washington, Chief of •Review and approve minutes check your existing EBT card for SOUTH END/FENWAY Security, Joseph Hoffman, Partner, from previous meeting. funds. Learn more at www.MAp- Students who wish to get a free HOLIDAY DECORATIONS Thomas Augustine, Partner, and •Discuss application process and EBT.org or call the Assistance Line breakfast Monday through Friday, All wreaths, lighting fixtures, Christopher Tracey, Consultant. deadlines to fill the current School at 877-382-2363. 8:30 to 11:30 am., wires, and other related items must Committee vacancy due to resigna- •MLK Virtual Celebration – On have three sites to choose from be removed from City property no From the Jan. 14 Boston tion (term expires 1/3/22). Thursday, Jan. 14, at 7 p.m., all are in the South End and Fenway. This later than February 2, 2021. Your Groundwater Trust meeting, 4 •Review School Committee invited to attend the 39th Annual is the BPS initiative, cooperation is greatly appreciated. p.m., online: application. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Cele- but other organizations are also Please contact Eric Prentis at •Trust leadership update & bration featuring dance, visual art, serving meals in the area as well. [email protected], or Rob re-election of Trust Officers: 15 From the Jan. 19 Community and music from BPS students. The •Blackstone Elementary School Lewis [email protected], VOTE REQUIRED Preservation Committee meeting, performances celebrate and reflect – 380 Shawmut Ave. (South End). if you have any questions. •Financial report updates from noon, online: on Dr. King’s words and legacy as •Boston Chinese Evangelical Treasurer & Executive Director:10 •Discussion of FY21 Historic we live it today and connect with a From the Jan. 12 Zoning Board •NABB Amicus Brief Update: 10 Preservation and Open Space and passage from one of the civil rights Church, 120 Shawmut Ave. (Mon- of Appeals hearing, online: •Update on review regarding Recreation Applications. leader’s speeches or his overarch- day, Weds., and Friday •294 Columbus Ave., South relationship with the City: 10 ing themes of non-violence, justice, only – South End). End. Applicant: Jonathan Chung •Insurance coverage update: 10 SCHOOLS INFO hope, community, and equality. •Boston Latin School – 78 Ave- and Phuong Vu. Purpose: Change •BPDA GCOD revision •BPS Priority Registration Begins •Princeton Summer Journalism nue Louis Pasteur (Fenway). of Occupancy from 4 to 5 residen- update:10 This Week – Priority registration for Program – Applications are due tial units. Demolish existing spiral •Update on operating manual: school year 2021-22 began on Jan. Monday, Feb. 22. PSJP is a free REPORTING WORKPLACE stair. Infill former in unit stair open- 10 5 for students entering grades K0, journalism and college preparatory SAFETY CONCERNS ing with one hour ceiling assembly. •Executive Director’s report: 10 K1, 6th, 7th and 9th grades. Pri- program for high-achieving current •Workers in any size organiza- Install base & wall cabinets, count- •Other business: 10 ority Registration for those grades juniors from low-income back- tion have options if they feel they er top, sink and faucet in basement ends on Jan. 29. Assignment noti- grounds who are interested in jour- are being pressured into an unsafe common function area A. From the Jan. 14 Public Facil- fications are on March 31. Students nalism. Over seven weeks, students situation. Attorney General Maura ities/BPS Community meeting, 6 entering K2 and all other grades attend virtual workshops led by Healey has created resources for From the Jan. 13 Boston Canna- p.m., online: have priority registration on Feb. professional journalists and Prince- bis Board meeting, 1 p.m., online: •The Public Facilities Depart- 8 and ends on April 5. Assignment ton University professors. After the workers to report safety concerns • Ember Gardens Boston LLC ment and Boston Public Schools notifications for those grades is on program, students work with a vol- during reopening. They include an Proposed Licensed Premise: 297 will be holding the 2nd Community May 28. There are informational unteer college adviser, a profession- online form at the Attorney Gen- Newbury Street, Back Bay Meeting for the William E. Carter Zoom sessions about registration al journalist or program alum, to eral’s website and a dedicated Fair License Type: Retail Recreation- School Project Feasibility Study, on Weds. Jan 20, 4 p.m.; and Sat., complete their college applications. Labor hotline at 617-727-3465. al Cannabis Dispensary License currently in the Preferred Schematic Feb. 27, at 10 a.m. BPS Welcome •Free Pre-K Spaces Available People can also find those Proposed Hours of Opera- Report phase (PSR). Per the MSBA Centers are temporarily closed to - There are still spaces available resources by calling 311. PAGE 12 THE BOSTON SUN January 14, 2021

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