THURSDAY, January 7, 2021 FREE charlestown PATRIOT-BRIDGE Mayor proclaims January 5 as COVID Paul McDonough Grip Tightens Day in Boston Walsh announces City will remain in By Seth Daniel Step Two, Phase Two of reopening For more than 30 years, Charlestown’s Paul McDonough plan for “at least” three more weeks has been shaping the way Boston looks, from the Town where he By Lauren Bennett occupied, which is the “highest lives to the far reaches of Hyde we’ve seen in quite some time.” Park to the skyscrapers of down- Mayor Martin Walsh Walsh said that “this is one of town and Back Bay. announced on Tuesday that the most serious points in the pan- As a member of the all-volunteer Boston will remain in Step Two, demic so far,” and if the positive Boston Civic Design Commission Phase Two of the state’s reopening cases do not go down, “we will (BCDC), McDonough has given process for “at least another three need to look at more restrictions.” insight into architecture, design, weeks,” until January 27. Walsh originally announced in open space and any number of Walsh said that as of Monday, mid-December that the city would details for development projects Boston had 431 new confirmed “temporarily” revert to Phase throughout the city. On Tuesday, cases of COVID-19 and two more Two, Step Two to help slow the Jan. 5, one of the BCDC’s found- people had died from the virus. spread of the virus and ensure hos- ing members stepped aside to The current community positivity pitals would be able to adequately become an emeritus member, and rate is 8.8 percent, which he said care for patients. Mayor Martin Walsh declared was up from last week. Boston will now remain in Tuesday Paul McDonough Day in Walsh called the rise in cases this phase until January 27, after the City of Boston. TAKING AN “concerning,” adding that hospi- which the public health data will “Paul has served under three tal rates are also rising. He said be reevaluated. The restrictions mayoral administrations, 10 OATH FROM that 93 percent of non-surge adult (Walsh Pg. 4) Boston Redevelopment Authority ICU beds in the city are currently Directors, three Boston Civic THE LIVING Design Commission Executive ROOM Directors, and has reviewed scores Charlestown sees 17-percent of projects throughout the City of Boston,” read the proclamation. State Rep. Dan Ryan joined scores of other state representatives on “The City of Boston is grateful to Wednesday, Jan. 6, for a remote swearing-in ceremony with Gov. Charlie spike in Part One crime Paul for his service as Co-Chair Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito. Members of the House and Senate aggravated assaults were down and Vice-Chair of the Boston Civic were able to participate in-person at a socially-distant, outdoor swearing By Dan Murphy Design Commission and for his in at the State House, or online remotely in a separate ceremony. State about 16 percent, with 26 in 2020, tireless work and dedication on Rep. Dan Ryan took to his laptop in the living room, and had his chil- As 2020 was drawing to a compared to 31 the year before. behalf of Boston’s public realm; dren – Audrey and Ella – join him to take the Oath of Office. Rep. Ryan close, Charlestown had seen a The rate of commercial robber- Paul F. McDonough, Esquire won a contested race last Sept. 1 over Chelsea Councillor Damali Vidot. 17-percent increase in violent and ies doubled as the number climbed will be raised to the position of Though the 2020 formal, extended legislative session ended late on property crimes from the previous to eight from four in 2019, while Tuesday night, legislators were up early and ready on Wednesday morn- year. in contrast, resident robberies saw ing to begin a new session for 2021. a nearly three-fold increase, with (McDonough Pg. 5) Between Jan. 1 and Dec. 27 of last year, 409 incidents of 35 in 2020 – up from 12 the year Part One crime were reported in before. District A-15, up from 349 during No incidents of other burglaries Charlestown High School moves to 7-12 model, the same timeframe in 2019. were reported in either 2020 or Two homicides were reported 2019. provides single transition within the neighborhood in 2020, compared to none the Incidents of larceny from a year before, whereas the num- motor vehicle increased more than By Seth Daniel September, meaning 6th grade par- on the transition will take place ber of rapes and attempted rapes 37 percent as the number climbed ents will have the option starting virtually on Thursday, Jan. 7, at dropped to two from three the to 136 from 99 in 2019, while The Boston Public Schools this week of choosing Charlestown 5:30 p.m. previous year. other larcenies were up around 16 (BPS) and the School Committee High as their middle school for the Nate Kuder of BPS said the Robberies and attempted rob- percent, with 156 in 2020, com- have voted to approve a plan that upcoming 2021-22 school year. transition to a 7-12 at Charlestown beries increased three-fold as the pared to 137 the previous year. would transform Charlestown Early registration for next year’s High was one of five priority items number of incidents climbed to Auto theft was down nearly 39 High School from a 9-12 school to school term began on Tuesday, that the district’s BuildBPS pro- 12 in 2020 from four the previous percent as the number fell to 18 a 7-12 school – providing a seam- Jan. 5. gram continued to move forward year. from 29 in 2019. less transition to middle school The plan also includes making in COVID-19 times. Last year was Incidents of domestic aggra- Citywide, Part One crime was particularly for parents at the K-6 East Boston High into a 7-12 too, supposed to be the time when a vated assault were down around down 5 percent as the number of Harvard-Kent School. but there will only be an 8th grade 53 percent, dropping to 14 from incidents dropped to 16,491 from next year. A community meeting The plan goes into effect this (School Pg. 4) 30 in 2019, while non-domestic 17,415 in 2019. PAGE 2 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE January 7, 2021 editorial

EMISSIONS BILL IS A BIG STEP FOR THE ENVIRONMENT The approval on Monday by both houses of the Massachusetts legis- lature of a bill that requires the state to reduce its carbon emissions by at least 85% below 1990 levels by 2050 represents a huge step toward the goal of mitigating the effects of climate change in our state. Although the total carbon emissions emanating from Massachusetts obviously is only a small fraction of global emissions, the legislation pro- vides a blueprint for other states and private industry to follow. Some say that the ultimate goal of net-zero by 2050 is unattainable, but in our view, that is understating the reality of what is happening in the world today. Despite the best (or worst) efforts of the Trump administration to per- petuate the use of coal and other fossil fuels, renewable energy actually is cheaper than fossil fuels thanks to the advances in technology of wind and solar energy. Most excitingly, the progress in the development of hydrogen fuel cells, which has been more than two decades in the making, finally is beginning to look like it will become a feasible source of energy within 10 years, making the goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 more than just a dream. We applaud the action by Gov. Charlie Baker and our legislature in bringing to fruition an environmental action plan that recognizes the pressing need to address the issue of climate change. Although the pandemic rightly is in the forefront of government lead- ers’ attention today, that problem will seem like a stroll in the park if we do not take immediate action to avert the looming climate catastrophe that threatens our planet’s very existence.

IT WAS A GREAT RUN, PATS’ FANS The 2020 season for the New England Patriots came to a merciful close Guest Op-Ed Letters to the Editor this past weekend. The woeful Pats finished with a 7-9 record, their first losing season since 2000, and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2008. What six dollars can do We have to admit that we feel badly for young Patriots’ fans, those born after 1990, who have become accustomed to the dominance and Dr. Glenn Mollette better would never consider. told me in a few seconds that the excellence, year-after-year, by Bill Belichick’s crew. This season has been The church grew and we started account did indeed exist and my the equivalent of having an ice bucket thrown over your head, a rude When I was sixteen years old, having 20 to 30 people and often balance was $31,000. Shocked wake-up call to the reality of the ebb-and-flow of professional sports that I was invited to speak at a little more. People literally received would not describe how I felt. I the Patriots alone among all sports franchises in the modern era have country church in rural Denver Christ, joined the church and were almost had to pick myself off the managed to avoid for an unprecedented two decades. Kentucky, not far from Paintsville. baptized. This was all amazing. floor. If Mr. Rice had made as Admittedly, even for those of us who are long-time Pats’ fans who can The church had all but closed Even more amazing was Mr. many as 12 contributions the total recall all of the decades of ignominy, from Braves Field to Fenway Park its doors but one man, Harold Rice offered me a grand salary invested would have been $72. to Harvard Stadium and then to Schaefer Stadium, the relegation of the Rice, and his family wanted to see of $60 a month to help buy my Now, years later I was looking at Patriots to the bottom tier of the NFL this season, in which Foxboro and the church stay open and do well. gasoline. The trip one way from over $31,000. Since that day of Gillette Stadium no longer were the epicenter of the football universe, was A church with few to almost no home was over 30 miles so this first inquiring that little $6 account jarring. people typically does not attract was appreciated. He also present- now has over $46,000 and still So let’s be grateful for the two decades of fun that Bob Kraft and his too many interested ministers. I ed me with paperwork for a perk. growing. team brought our way. had spoken in my home church a The church was going to put 10 The point of all this is save But as the proverb says, all things must come to an end -- and so they few times and was a guest speaker percent or $6 of my salary into the some money when you can. Start have for our Patriots. in a few others. Mr. Rice asked if church denominational retirement as young as possible but even if It was a nice ride -- and those championship banners always will be I would consider speaking at the plan, then known as The Annu- you are old put something away there to remind us of the good times. church on the second and fourth ity Board. It’s called Guidestone every month. If you can save hun- Sunday afternoons at 2:00. I today. He had me to complete a dreds every month that is wonder- agreed, and brought a message to form solidifying my agreement ful, please do. However, don’t ever maybe seven or eight people my to this monthly contribution. I underestimate the growth poten- first Sunday. The crowd consisted was about seventeen at this stage tial of saving a little bit of money of Harold and his wife June Rice and had zero interest or thoughts every month, even if it’s just $6. and their family. The church was about retirement. Six dollars a And yes, every time I look at that an old building with a pump organ month kind of seemed like a joke. account, I remember Mr. Rice and c harlesTown and a sign behind the pulpit that I was with Liberty church a the good people of Liberty Baptist said, “Preach the Word.” couple of years or more and about Church who not only encouraged PATRIOT-BRIDGE I stayed with the little congrega- ten to twelve of those months Mr. me then but are still encouraging tion called Liberty Baptist Church The Charlestown Patriot-Bridge, Rice made that $6 contribution to me today with just $6. throughout high school. By the my retirement faithfully. Although, Glenn Mollette is the publish- Phone: 617.241.8500 © 2008 Independent Newspaper Group. time I was seventeen Mr. Rice was I never thought another day about er of Newburgh Press, Liberty talking to me about being the offi- it from the moment I signed those Torch and various other publish- mail eb ite E : [email protected] • W S : www.charlestownbridge.com cial pastor and about ordination. papers. ing imprints; a national columnist Newsstand Price: Free / Subscription price: $75 annually In time I would become the pas- Seven or eight years ago I – American Issues and Common tor and would be ordained. I was did wonder if that account even Sense opinions, analysis, stories President - Stephen Quigley - [email protected] too young, too inexperienced and existed. I called up The Guide- and features appear each week Marketing Director - Debra DiGregorio - [email protected] unskilled for such a responsibility stone retirement people and with In over 500 newspapers, websites but youth is adventurous and will Reporter - Seth Daniel - [email protected] my Social Security number they and blogs across the United States. try what those of us who know January 7, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 3

Guest Op-Ed State of the City address to First responders need vaccine now take place virtually on Jan. 12 of the City address, and, while By Senator Sal DiDomenico during the Phase 1 timeline. The to their colleagues, including call Staff Report current plan for administering the and volunteer departments. This my speech and the events planned One of the greatest bright spots vaccine to public safety personnel is a simple and effective solution Mayor Martin Walsh reported around it will look different this of 2020 and now leading into this is to give that responsibility to that will help to more quickly on Tuesday, Jan. 5, that he will year, we will carry on.” New Year has been the speedy local boards of health, all of which distribute the COVID-19 vaccine be holding the annual State of the He indicated the speech would development and subsequent roll- have already been forced to take to our men and women on the City address on Jan. 12 in a virtual cover the many accomplishments out of the COVID-19 vaccine. For on extraordinary and overwhelm- front lines. format in light of the COVID-19 and milestones achieved in 2020, the first time in many months, ing responsibilities throughout this I know that vaccine distribution precautions and the rising num- and the continued progress and we are finally able to see the light public health emergency. and administration is a massive bers of cases in Boston. resiliency on display in the “face at the end of the tunnel, with Many public safety officials feat that will undoubtedly need The address will take place at of adversity.” the promise that someday soon and my legislative colleagues have to be reviewed and amended as 7:30 p.m. and will be on most He wrote that he has been we will all receive the inoculation raised concerns that this plan has rollout continues over the com- major news networks and will be inspired by the dedication of resi- needed to stay safe from this dead- led to confusion and delay around ing weeks and months. Under no livestreamed also at boston.gov dents and their commitment to the ly virus that has ravaged our com- vaccine rollout. Vaccinating our circumstances do I believe this as well. community. munities. Of course, the first phase public safety personnel will not holdup has been deliberate by “The coronavirus pandemic “I hope all Bostonians will con- of the rollout of the COVID-19 be as simple as it is for hospital anyone on the state level; our has changed how we approach so tinue to play a role in helping the vaccine has rightfully been dedi- personnel or even long-term care Commonwealth is being asked to many of life’s important events, City advance the ambitious agen- cated to reaching our healthcare facility residents. The disparate take on an extraordinary chal- but we are a resilient city that con- da we are setting forth,” he wrote. workers and first responders; geographic nature of our public lenge without proper support and tinues to adapt and support each “The past year has demonstrated those on the front lines who have safety community is something resources from the Oval Office. other,” Walsh wrote in a letter. “I what we can accomplish when we already risked so much to serve us we must plan for accordingly, However, it is also clear that fur- always look forward to the oppor- come together as neighbors, and in the midst of this public health not only to guarantee all first ther action needs to be a taken and tunity to talk directly to the people I’m confident that we’ll set the crisis. responders receive the vaccina- these two proposals are a great of Boston during my annual State stage for an equitable recovery for However, Phase 1 of this roll- tions they need, but also to ensure place to start. all in 2021.” out is already off to a slow and they receive the communication I am already encouraged to see rocky start. Perhaps most con- from public health officials that that the Governor Baker plans to cerning is the fact that the goal they deserve. Unfortunately, our address many of our concerns this Pedestrian hit and killed on of “Operation Warp Speed” on Commonwealth’s already overbur- week and will release more infor- the national level was to get the dened local boards of health are mation regarding vaccine distribu- Chelsea Street near City Square COVID-19 vaccine to 20 mil- structurally unprepared to execute tion plans for first responders in ered he had been hit. His identity lion Americans by the end of the this massive undertaking, especial- light of these concerns. I think we By Seth Daniel or age or gender were not released year, and yet just over two million ly without additional support and all know that our first responders, Police were giving little infor- by BPD by Wednesday morning. Americans have been vaccinated guidance at the state level. That including our men and women mation this week on a pedestri- Police said they responded thus far. At that rate, it has been is why I am joining with my col- in uniform, have played a crucial an death that happened Tuesday to City Square at 11:32 a.m. on estimated it would take the United leagues in calling upon the Baker role in Massachusetts’ response morning near City Square, but the Tuesday for a call of a pedestrian States 10 years to vaccinate 80% Administration to implement two to the COVID-19 pandemic and matter is under investigation by having been struck. Upon arrival, of Americans. That is an unac- key recommendations. have risked and sacrificed so much the Homicide Unit and the Fatal police located the victim in the ceptable lack of leadership at the First, we must create a region- for the greater good of our com- Collision Investigation Team. roadway and reported it had been federal level, which undoubtedly alized plan in consultation with munity. We owe it to them to Boston Police Department a fatal accident. has exacerbated the vaccine roll- the Department of Public Health ensure that our vaccine rollout is (BPD) officers said they have There was no description of the out issues we are already facing in and the Executive Office of Public equitable, transparent, and effec- identified and located the vehicle vehicle involved or if the driver the Commonwealth. Safety and Security on how to dis- tive. I stand with our public safety involved and the matter is under remained on the scene, but BPD Here in Massachusetts, I am tribute and administer the vaccine community and will continue to investigation. did say they had located and iden- also deeply concerned about the to our public safety personnel. This support any and all efforts to Word around the neighborhood tified the vehicle by Wednesday. lack of clarity, transparency, and plan should take into account how ensure that they are given every was that the victim was a male and The matter is currently under communication on how and when and when different regions will opportunity to access this vaccine potentially had been dragged for investigation by the Homicide vaccines will be administered to be able access vaccines and how as deserved. some distance before it was discov- Unit and the Fatal Collision the priority populations that fall the Baker Administration plans to Sal DiDomenico is State Sen- Investigation Team. within Phase 1 of the vaccine prioritize each region and depart- ator of Middlesex and Suffolk rollout. Many members of our ment. Our local boards of health Counties. first responder community-- espe- cannot do this on their own, and cially our firefighters, paramedics, the state must step up to ensure

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MassDOT announces shared winter School (from pg. 1) robust conversation was to go for- provide a more predictable path- streets award for dedicated bus lane ward about high school re-design way and not see kids exit early to and the idea of Charlestown High leverage the extra grade.” The Massachusetts Department COVID-19 infections. The first this round of awards and look becoming a 7-12, but COVID pre- Harvard Kent Principal Jason of Transportation (MassDOT) round of funding in the Shared forward to receiving more appli- vented a lot of that discussion, and Gallagher said it was potentially is announcing the award of Winter Streets and Spaces pro- cations over the next few months. BPS felt it was necessary to move could be $3,053,464.41 in the sec- gram was announced December This funding will help communi- this one forward. “To be honest, we think it’s a ond round of funding from the 10 and was awarded to proj- ties keep vibrant until next year “One challenge we had with really good opportunity for our Administration’s Shared Winter ects in 11 municipalities, of when a vaccine is more widely everything going on is we had a students,” he said. “We added Streets and Spaces Program, which 55 percent had been des- available and when there comes number of projects going into last sixth grade this year…We did this including another dedicated bus ignated Environmental Justice a time when physical-distancing year that were on an accelerated to prevent kids from having to lane for the Charlestown buses. Communities and 54 percent con- restrictions can be loosened.” timeline,” said Kuder. transition for one grade before The program, a new phase sidered high-risk for COVID-19 The list of cities and towns With the addition of a sixth their seventh grade year…To have of the Shared Streets and Spaces infections. awarded Shared Winter Streets Program which launched in June “City and town officials have and Spaces grants include funding grade to the Harvard Kent in a 7-12 in our neighborhood a cou- and provided a total of $10.2 worked hard during the pandem- for another dedicated bus lane in September despite COVID – as ple blocks away at Charlestown million to municipalities, provides ic to support small businesses the North End to accommodate well as in several East Boston High is an exciting opportuni- technical and funding assistance and provide sufficient space for the Charlestown bus routes: schools – and the planned clo- ty for our students and families. to help Massachusetts cities and safe outdoor activities, includ- •The MBTA, in partnership sure of the Edwards Middle in We’re actually really excited about towns during the winter months ing walking and biking,” said with the City of Boston, received Charlestown this June, the district how excited Charlestown High conceive, design, and implement Transportation Secretary and $123,200 to install a dedicated felt it was poised to move forward is to do this. Joel has been great tactical changes to curbs, streets, CEO Stephanie Pollack. “The bus lane on the northbound side on the Charlestown High 7-12 about communicating that they and parking areas in support of Baker-Polito Administration has of Cross Street/North Washington expansion as well. want to build a program to meet public health, safe mobility, and made a total of $10 million avail- in the North End neighbor- “That’s why Charlestown and the needs of our kids.” renewed commerce. able in this new phase of Shared hood, from Sudbury Street to East Boston High 7-12 expansion Gallagher said there are some The awards announced today Streets because the challenges of Causeway Street. The bus stop was moved forward for this year,” parents who are hesitant about will support 17 projects in 15 getting around and of keeping at Thatcher Street will move to a he said. “This was something we 7th graders joining a high school, municipalities, of which 62 per- businesses open are different and safer, improved location, closer to cent are designated Environmental more complex in the winter. I crosswalks and away from vehi- had been working with and they but he said such a configuration Justice communities and 80 per- am proud of the mix of projects cles. The existing dedicated bicycle knew it was coming.” presents so many more resources cent are considered high-risk for and municipalities represented in lanes will be maintained. Right now, the school is an and opportunities. Some of those empty slate, and is being creat- could include enhanced music, ed and teachers are being eval- athletics and even the academ- uated and hiring is about to get ic Pathways with Bunker Hill alsh (from pg. 1) W underway for the expansion. Part Community College that already include a 10 person limit on office space at 25 percent capac- have to implement further restric- of the community meeting and exist in the high school. indoor gatherings and a 25 person ity, indoor dining at 25 percent tions,” Walsh said. input part will be to create a mid- “I think having these 7-12 limit on outdoor gatherings, both capacity with a 90 minute time He also talked about safe din- dle school that serves the needs opportunities available for our in public and private spaces. limit, and places of worship at ing and thanked Boston’s restau- of the community – and already kids is a good thing,” he said. Activities and businesses 25 percent capacity. Bar seating rants “for following the safety Charlestown High Head of School “What better 7-12 opportunity to remain closed include gyms, is not allowed in Boston with- protocols,” but added that “we Joel Stembridge has been actively than one right here in the neigh- indoor fitness centers, museums, out written permission from the need patrons to do their part.” recruiting in the Town for next borhood.” aquariums, and indoor gaming Licensing Board. For the complete He said that “too many peo- year’s 7th grade. The new middle school at and arcades, among others. One list of restrictions, visit boston. ple are going out to dinner with “Our focus for this year is Charlestown High would also be on one training sessions may con- gov/reopening. people outside of their bubble,” building the capacity we want to open to 6th graders at the Warren tinue, Walsh said, and indoor rec- Walsh reiterated that these and said that people should not have at the school,” said Kudor. Prescott School and the Eliot K-8 reational and athletic youth activi- restrictions are “not about tar- “table hop” if they see someone “Typically in Boston we talk School. However, it isn’t expected ties may continue with a 10 person geting specific sectors as a cause they know in a restaurant. People limit for those 18 and under. of the virus spread,” but the goal should also keep their masks on about enrollment driving funding. to be as popular with those groups The state’s additional restric- is to limit spread and reduce the when they are seated at their table In East Boston and Charlestown, due to the fact that students can tions that went into effect on amount of time people spend out- and not actively eating or drink- we’re talking about building the remain in those schools until 8th December 26 also still apply, side of their homes with others. ing. right capacity first and then fund- grade and many there also matric- the mayor said. This includes “If metrics get worse we might “We need to keep local restau- ing that forward.” ulate to the three exam schools in rants open, but only if people fol- There are already 60 stu- 7th grade too. low the public health guidelines,” dents going from 7th to 8th Kuder said they will use the The Independent Newspaper Group Walsh said. grade from the former Edwards community meeting on Jan. 7 reserves the right to edit letters for space He also said that everyone Middle, and they will have pri- and future meetings to help craft should be getting tested for the ority at Charlestown High if they the new middle school and create and clarity. We regret that we cannot pub- virus, as the state has more than lish unsigned letters. Please include your so choose, and preference at any something the community wants 30 testing sites. “We’re asking you other middle school with open to see and will send their children to make it a New Year’s resolu- street and telephone number with your seats. For the 7th grade, they are to. He said they believe they can tion,” he said. planning and recruiting – particu- create a local high-quality, unique submission. The Independent Newspaper Walsh also said that he will be Group publishes columns, viewpoints and delivering his annual State of the larly locally. educational option that will be letters to the editor as a forum for readers City address next week, but this “We are planning the 7th grade available to parents who don’t year it will be “completely virtu- now and working very closely in want to send their children to an to express their opinions and to encour- al.” The event will be on Jnaury particular with the Harvard Kent exam school or for children that age debate. Please note that the opinions 12 at 7L30pm, and will be lives- to make sure families know about don’t get into an exam school. expressed are not necessarily those of The treamed on boston.gov, as well as this new choice,” he said. “This He said they will be presenting Independent Newspaper Group. Text or TV news stations. decision gave us clarity going into their School Budget to the School “2020 was one of the hardest our planning process…We are Committee on Feb. 3, and that attachments emailed to editor@reverejour- years in Boston’s history,” Walsh trying to prevent having multi- will have more details about hiring nal.com are preferred. said, and thanked “everyone for ple transitions for students and and capacity at the Charlestown doing their part.” families. We really think this will High Middle School. January 7, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 5

McDonough (from pg. 1) NEW Health continues testing

Commissioner Emeritus to con- co-chair for many years. He was site in Charlestown, North End tinue offering his institutional one of the original members of knowledge and expertise; Now the volunteer review group that NEW Health, a federally qual- •The North End site is open I, Martin J. Walsh, Mayor of the started in 1990. ified health center and an affiliate Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to noon and City of Boston, do hereby pro- The BCDC provides a forum of Massachusetts General Hospital Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to noon and and Boston Medical Center, con- 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., and has been claim January 5, 2021, to be Paul for the general public and pro- F. McDonough Day in the City of tinues to offer COVID-19 testing moved into the alleyway direct- fessional design community to in Charlestown and the North ly behind NEW Health at 332 Boston.” participate in the shaping of the End; the testing first launched in Hanover Street in order to provide Boston Planning and city’s physical form and natural summer 2020. more cover from the elements; Development Agency (BPDA) environment. Members of the In addition to the regular testing the entrance is on North Bennet Director Brian Golden said Commission are seasoned design hours noted below, NEW Health Street. Walk-up patients only. McDonough has not just con- professionals with a deep under- is providing an additional testing •The Charlestown site is tributed to the physical look of standing of local context, accord- day for North End residents fol- open Monday through Friday, 1 the city, but also the feel and love ing to the BCDC website. They lowing holiday travel on Friday, p.m. to 4 p.m., and has been that those living her have for what January 8 from 8:30 a.m. – noon. moved indoors to the Crossroads Paul McDonough. are charged with critiquing the Boston has become. The testing sites remain open Resource Center at 15 Tufts aesthetics of proposed develop- “It’s not just about the sticks to NEW Health patients and all Street; both drive-up and walk-up ment projects and ensuring that and stones or the structures, it’s and we will benefit for generations residents of both neighborhoods, options remain available. the projects have a positive impact the materials and appearance to come from his work. Thank regardless of symptoms or insur- •Appointments are on the city’s public realm or open on the skyline of the City,” he you Paul McDonough.” ance. required and can be made by call- Both sites will operate as long ing 617-643-8000 for the North said. “Those are important. It’s McDonough said the last 30 space. as needed, and locations and End location and 857-238-1100 also what goes on in people’s years have been a great learning Professionally, McDonough experience on the BCDC. works as an attorney at Goulston hours are as follows for the winter for the Charlestown location. heads. This is about creating a months. City that people feel love for and “It’s been an honor and priv- & Storrs PC. He has been des- take incredible pride in so it’s not ilege to serve our city,” said ignated one of a small number McDonough at Tuesday’s BCDC of attorneys selected as a Super just about material construction The City of Boston reminds you: in the physical world, but about meeting. “It’s been a great learning Lawyer in Boston Magazine. building a City people love and experience for me and I hope I McDonough began his dis- The legal drinking age is 21. connect with…This truly is one of made some small contribution to tinguished career as an inaugu- the great cities of the world and the shape of our city.” ral member of the BCDC in the I thank Paul McDonough for his The announcement came at spring of 1990 and rose to serve many years of making it this way. the outset of the meeting, where as Co-Chair and Vice-Chair of the Thanks for not providing For all those that have benefitted McDonough has been chair or Commission. alcohol to teens. Proudly sponsored by The Patrón Spirits Company. WWW.DONTSERVETEENS.GOV AoU-NE_W181590_BWH-MGH-BMC_DiversityVisit www.charlestownbridge.com Newspaper Ad_3.998w x 5h_Greyscale_WCROP_Print_V2_072320_HF.pdf 1 7/27/20 1:34 PM

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By Seth Daniel before the calendar turned over (who is also the president of the chief, one union representative has also become more complex, from 2020 on New Year’s Eve. Massachusetts Major Cities Chiefs and one minority law enforcement but most officers already demand After months and months of “This bill is the product of of Police organization), there are officer). The other six are civil- excellence from others and sup- controversy at the State House, bipartisan cooperation and thanks some things that are of concern, ians and must be an attorney, a port raising the bar. However, the Gov. Charlie Baker on Dec. to the Black and Latino Caucus’ and things to wait and see about. member of the Mass Commission new bill has him worried that 31 signed “An Act Relative to leadership on the hugely import- Kyes said after the process Against Discrimination (MCAD), more officers will retire, and fewer Justice, Equity and Accountability ant issue of law enforcement played out later in the year, he and a social worker, a retired Superior young people will want to be in Law Enforcement in the accountability, Massachusetts will the Chiefs organization felt it was Court judge, and appointees by police officers. Commonwealth,” a controversial have one of the best laws in the a good piece of legislation that in the governor or Attorney General. “With the hasty passing of the piece of legislation that creates nation,” said Governor Charlie the long run will improve policing. “They’ll all be professional peo- police reform bill I am concerned a mandatory certification pro- Baker. “Police officers have enor- “There’s no real concern,” he ple and will be there for the right that not only will those that sup- cess for police officers, increases mously difficult jobs and we are said. “It’s an incredibly complex reasons,” he said. ported it not get the desired results accountability and transparency in grateful they put their lives on the piece of legislation. There are He said one unfortunate out- that they are looking for, but also law enforcement and gives police line every time they go to work. some new chapters and sections come from the police perspec- I fear that public safety may suffer departments a greater ability to Thanks to final negotiations on created in the law. There is a new tive is the idea that many put in the long run,” he said. “We hire or promote only qualified this bill, police officers will have Commission created, the POST, forth that chokeholds – which is have already begun to see quality applicants. a system they can trust and our or Peace Officer Standards and what killed Floyd – needed to be seasoned professionals retire and I Both of Charlestown’s state del- communities will be safer for it.” Training…In the meantime, there outlawed, and gave the impres- am concerned that our applicant egation members voted in favor Said former Speaker Bob DeLeo, will be a lot of work to get the sion officers in Massachusetts use pool will shrink as those previ- of the final bill that Gov. Baker “I am proud that the House lived POST Commission running. It will them. He said no one is trained to ously interested in policing will signed. up to its vow of listening to folks be challenging to get that going… use chokeholds in Massachusetts turn to other professions that are The bill reached an apex of with lived experience in enacting There are a lot of moving parts for decades, and though they are not only less dangerous, but also consternation last year for law- one of the most comprehensive to get this up and running, but now made illegal in the bill, no ones in which they feel supported makers as many found themselves approaches to police reform in the in the long run it will definitely one used utilized them before. as well as not second-guessed on between strong voices for police United States since the tragic mur- be worth it. It will take time to “It’s never been a tactic utilized everything they do.” reform in the wake of the murder der of George Floyd. My unyield- work out the kinks, but will it here,” he said. “It’s unfortunate Like many, Mazzie said he wor- of George Floyd in Minnesota, ing gratitude to Speaker Mariano overall enhance the profession- that some think that they’re used ries that if the POST members and also strong voices for the sup- and Chairs Cronin, Michlewitz alism of law enforcement in our in policing as a tactic. It’s abso- aren’t there for the right reasons, port of the vast amount of police and González for their persistent state – I think the answer is that, lutely never trained or allowed in it could become a bad situation. officers that do the right thing day effort to improve our law enforce- yes, it will.” Massachusetts. Now it is codified “If they are perceived as in and day out. It was a balancing ment system. I am confident that The POST has been a note into law though and it is very anti-police, that could be a game act that took debate to a heat- the House of Representatives will of controversy for Kyes and specific.” changer,” he said. ed level from every angle before build on this achievement in the the Chiefs over the past several Everett Chief Steve Mazzie, STATE DELEGATION the bill entered into a conference time ahead and am humbled that months, mostly due to the com- who has voiced several concerns SUPPORT committee in the fall and went legislation which promotes fair- position of the Commission being over the last several months, has Locally, Charlestown’s state quiet. However, in December, the ness and equality are part of the primarily civilians that would had family policing the streets delegation has been united on the bill came out in a compromise House’s legacy.” oversee conduct of policing. The of Everett since 1926, and he bill. piece that, after some back and WAIT AND SEE FOR POLICE nine-member POST in the final said over those years policing has State Sen. Sal DiDomenico did forth with the governor, came out For police advocates, such bill is made up of three members become more transparent, profes- vote in favor of the bill and sup- in final form and was signed just as Chelsea Chief Brian Kyes of law enforcement (one police sional and accountable. He said it (Police Pg. 7)

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Don’t miss out on our Professional JuLy 30, 2020 lawn chair and begin checking WSANA neighbors BOOK YOUR POST IT Service Directory Special! say 2.0 plan is failing Call Your Advertising Rep By Seth Daniel are calling the program a complete Investigate Person locked windows. After about 20 he failure. eacon ill imes (781)485-0588 PriorT to COVID-19, many resi - BIn the wake of several unmet h T THERE ARE NO TIMES LIKE THESE TIMES dents of the Worcester Square area deadlines for the promised six- were upbeat about last summer’s month report on 2.0, a pub- rollout of the City’s Mass/CassCOOLING lic dashboard OFF that would ON give THE COMMON 01/01/21 - Officers responded minutes, the male left. No entry 2.0 plan to THaddressURSDA homelessness,Y, JUlY 30,detailed 2020 metrics of the plan, and BeingFREE Safe and Feeling Safe drug addiction and quality of life the recent new homeless shelter on the corridor, but now neighbors Capt. Ciccolo new leader of downtown police district (WSana, Pg. 8) to Elm Street for a group of teen- was made, and the matter is under By Seth Daniel Capt. Robert Ciccolo comes BPS looks to hybrid, It’s been hot outside, but staying cool on the Comm Avefrom Mall a islong old Williamline of policeLloyd Garrison,officers who is com- 2-PAPER harlestownmemorated as one of many statues on the Mall. With temperaturesin his family, in but the that90s for didn’t several mean days this week, resi- c dents have flocked outside in the mornings and evenings to enjoy such scenes. PATRIOT-BRIDGE he knew he wanted to be a police agers shooting at windows with investigation. in-person model for fall officer too. parents are comfortable sending By Seth Daniel City Council holds hearingIn fact, theon 37-year police veteran saidovertime JULY 30, 2020Storiestheir from children back the to school Shipyard in it took him awhile to decide his line The Boston School Committee some fashion. ture and overtime.7thof work,PU whichBHeavenLISHED was EVER forcemented theY reallocationOTHER after TH ofU RSDA$12 millionY heard a plan from the adminis- “We’ve learned that many par- By Lauren Bennett USS Constitution Committee Chairjoining Kenzie the BostonBok in Police police Cadetovertime. Bok said she a BB gun, and they were able to $ tration of Boston Public Schools ents/guardians wish for their stu- The City Council Committee In wake of video, Republican Candidate Campbell finds assured the councilors and the believes it’s the Council’s “respon- Mesueum talks dents to return to school this fall program in the 1980s. Now, he is Captain Robert Ciccolo. (BPS) for its proposed plans to on Ways and Means held a lengthy supporterspublic that inthese Democratic questions strongholdswill sibility” like to ensure Charlestown that the admin- in some capacity,” she wrote in the the new leader of the Charlestown BUY 150 re-openCivil all schoolsWar shipsthis fall in a hearing on July 28 regarding Bos- be part of an extensive follow-up istration follows through and real- hybrid, in-person model where letter. “Under current guidelines, and Downtown Police Area (A-15 choice,” he said. “I was a young ton Police Department (BPD) over- with the appropriateBy Seth Daniel departments. izes this savings. students would attend two days a BPS will not be able to transport and A-1), coming from a supervi- man who wasn’t sure where I By Michael Manning - Overseer - time, after which many councilors The City Council voted to pass Councilor Andrea Campbell week in groups. hthe number e of students we have o r T hWhen soryRepublican role on theN Night Command d wanted to go. It wasn’t like all locate the group and recover the Larceny USS Constitution Museum h e still hado many questions r regarding T hthe proposed budget for FiscalN d T traditionally brought to and N from Congressional Candidate e Rayla Supt. Brenda CasselliusT told the N for e the North of the City – which my life I wanted to be a cop like different aspects of the BPD struc- Year 2021 in June, which calls school on our school buses each (Police oveRtime, Pg. 9) CommitteeEMAIWhatL : and isDEB@THEBOSTONS the also best in aknown letter towarU N.COM- Campbell prayed includedfor an opportuWWW.NORTHENDREGIONA Charlestown.- LREVIEW.COM [email protected] Because of ther transportatione g i o N a l r r e v i e w parentsship thatdesigned surveys and and built commu in -the nity to run for office,“Policing she had nowasn’t always my first (CiCColo, Pg. 9) idea just how elaborately – and nityCharlestown meetings have Navy revealed Yard? most You’d PHOTOS BY D. MURPHY (BPS Re-oPening, Pg. 4) Haddon Hall constructionat times hurtfully – that work prayer violates weapon. At this time, no dam- 01/03/21 – A victim on Spice say,The well, Tadpole the USSPlayground, Constitution,BEAT which remains THE a SUMMERpopular destination HEAT for families from Boston and beyond.Being Safe and Feeling Safe of course. However, you’d be would be answered. 3-PAPER Yet, that answeredCity prayer Council holds lengthy off by approximately 700 yards. zoning permit; raisesCapt. Ciccolo concerns new leader ofin downtown the Back police districtBay brought her to a home on Eden The USS Constitution was built By Lauren Bennett some concerns about recent vio- community members were against in Edmund Hartt’s shipyard in Streetlations on at ByJulythe Seth site,22 Danielhearing forwhich a houseis in a this on proposal police as they did not feelovertime Boston’s North End, located at The renovation work at 29 partyGroundwater in her honor Conservation with a healthy Over - this location was the best one for age was reported. The individuals Street reported he stored his per- groupCapt. of Robert Charlestown Ciccolo comesresi- the present site of the United Commonwealth in the Back Bay, lay District (GCOD). such a use. from a long line of police officersBy Lauren Bennett in police overtime. Bok said she Images courtesy of Hampton Roads Museum dents and movers-and-shakers Republican Congressional States Coast Guard facility on known as Haddon Hall, has been in hisIn family,2017, butthe thatproperty didn’t was mean sold The proposal wasbelieves eventually it’s the Council’s “respon- USS Monitor (foreground) versus CSS Virginia (background) ready to back her campaign for Candidate Rayla Campbell Commercial Street. underway for some time now, but heto knewdeveloper he wanted Hexagon toThe be Properties,aCity police Council changed Committee into one forsibility” luxury tocon ensure- that the admin- $ Most naval historians agree the Neighborhood Association of thewho 7th wanted Congressional to convert itDistrict to a pri - speaks to potential voters during officer too. on Ways and Means held a lengthy that a number of famous warships named after the river, was one was then known as the Boston against sitting Congresswoman a house party fundraiseristration for follows through and real- the Back Bay (NABB) has raised vateIn club. fact, NABB the hearing 37-year and many on veter- otherJuly 28 regarding Bos(Haddon- Hall, Pg. 3) were all identified and brought to sonal papers and documents in BUY 200 were designed and built in the of six hybrid-powered frigates Navy Yard (in Charlestown). As Ayanna Pressley. The new-found her in Charlestown on Julyizes 22.this savings. an said it took him awhile to ordered in 1854 by the US Navy. hybrid-powered vessels, this class Charlestown backington is Police the kind Department of Campbell (BPD) is running over- againstCouncilor Andrea Campbell Charlestown Navy Yard. One decide his line of work, which She was launched in 1855 after 14 of frigates had both sails and a support that has cometime, out after of whichleft Congresswoman many councilors Ayanna Pressley of the better known vessels: the Family history becomingwas cemented a very after popular joining the ‘Quarantine startedProject’ by saying she would have USS Merrimack. The Merrimack, months of construction at what field for the Randolphstill Republican,had many questionsin the 7th regarding District, but as an (Shipyard Pg. 4) BostonFamily Police history Cadet and program genealogy in Captainfor Etta Robert Rosen Ciccolo. of theliked South to End,see even more money Digging out old pics who is an Africandifferent American aspects ofAfrican the BPDAmerican struc woman- who thehave 1980s. become Now, one heof the is themost new pop - is awho Republican had always and a Trumpremovedpromised fromher the police budget, the District 15 station to await a garage, but when he went to and making family woman and Trumpture supporter and overtime. that wasleaderular recently “Quarantine of the the Charlestowntarget Projects” of a racial and over- beforesupporterlate I mother actually – she has becameshe drawn wouldand a the police stated catalog that she has seen an trees eats up extra time ly-charged,Downtownthe last several Policevulgar monthsArea andCommittee (A-15offensive as peopleand Chair officer.”ireand of manyKenzie label Pressleythe Bok more supporters, than“uptick 100 phoin -homicides and stab- A-1),of all coming ages found fromassured themselves a supervisory the with councilors includingCiccolo’stos they aand horriblyhad father theof wasrelatives offensive a Boston they had Being Safe and FeelingBy SethSafe Daniel video posted by Boston communi- bings” in her district of Dorches- role on the Night Command for tymore organizer time and(Violence thepublic ability in Boston,that to pickthese Policeand visitedquestions vulgar Officer, after video willWorld and posted so Warter by was aandII. hisThere, Mattapan. 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He joined the recognizedCOVID-19 Representativeshutdowns while Aaron the vulnerable residents are kept safe (CiCColo Pg. 4) (Fight Pg. 3) tion rate in the North End two two weeks. rate of 91.7 cases per 10,000 Michlewitz for helping to establish during this pandemic,” said New weeks ago the infection rate here On Friday the BPHC released residents, up from 89.2 cases per the North End COVID-19 testing Health CEO James Luisi. has only risen 2.8 percent. its weekly COVID-19 stats by 10,000 residents two week ago. site in the neighborhood. He added, “We’ve opened this According to the latest data neighborhood that tracks infec- The number of confirmed cases Entrance to the testing site is site close to encourage residents released by the Boston Public tion rates and COVID testing from North Bennet Street. No of the North End to come and get Health Commission (BPHC) on results in Boston neighborhoods. (Update Pg. 5) access from Prince Street. tested.” Visit www.northendregional.com Email [email protected] or [email protected] or call 781-485-0588 for your Regional Review information January 7, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 7 School Committee votes to officially close Edwards Middle; discusses future school uses

By Seth Daniel only for educational space in the students come from East Boston, mentary school children in the school community at the three future. There are no plans to sell and parents at the school had been Town. With elementary seats prior schools – the Warren-Prescott, the Though it was no secret situa- the building. I recall there was a in favor of keeping their kids more to COVID-19 at a premium in Harvard Kent and the Eliot. I tion, the Boston School Committee rumor that we would sell it and in the Eastie neighborhood. That the three Charlestown schools don’t think we’re thinking of it as made it official on Dec. 16 and that it would become housing. We led to a phasing out of the school (Harvard Kent, Warren Prescott a new elementary school, but we voted to close down the Charles do support affordable housing, in 2019 within the overall call by and Eliot K-8), parents have been could use it to support our existing Edwards Middle School in but our primary concerns are for Supt. Brenda Cassellius to phase clamouring over the past five years elementary schools. With all these Charlestown at the end of this an educational use. We’ll begin out stand-alone middle schools. to get more space for more ele- moving pieces, we wanted to go school term – committing to a that community conversation at There was no sixth grade admitted mentary seats. in with a map of what the neigh- community process for its re-use our Jan. 7 meeting and on into the to the school this year, and with Many saw the Edwards as a borhood needs are and getting and that it would only be used for spring.” the 8th grade departing in June, logical choice to meet those needs, community feedback to what they educational purposes. The Edwards Middle serves that will leave only the 7th grade and Kudor said BPS agrees that want to see there.” “With that vote, we will now grades 6-8 at its campus on Main to matriculate elsewhere. could be a great option for the That discussion will start along- be able to specify what the future Street and Walker Street, but pri- While the closure of the school building’s educational future. side the community meeting about use will be,” said Nate Kuder marily it’s student body is made marks an end for several students “We know in Charlestown the new Charlestown High School of Boston Public Schools (BPS). up of kids from outside the neigh- outside Charlestown, it presents there’s been a push for more 7-12 expansion, which takes place “We are committing to use it borhood. A large majority of its an opportunity for parents of ele- elementary seats,” he said. “We on Thursday, Jan. 7 on Zoom. also know there is a really robust

Police (from pg. 6) ports the signed version. respectful even if tense at times. In force, and specifically bans the use “This legislation is a prod- the end, I believe we are all better of chokeholds and prohibits firing uct of both thorough debate off for having had this conversa- into a fleeing vehicle unless doing and compromise, and I am con- tion and seized the opportunity to so is both necessary to prevent fident that the product of this continue to making progress on imminent harm and proportionate ertising process is a bill that will go a community and police relation- to that risk of harm. The bill also Adv long way towards modernizing ships in the Commonwealth.” generally precludes officers from line law enforcement standards and The law did have the sup- using rubber pellets, chemical n addressing racial justice reforms,” port of the Massachusetts Chiefs weapons, or canine units against a O said Senator DiDomenico. “My of Police Association, and the crowd. Violations of any of these office heard from an unprece- Massachusetts Association of provisions may provide grounds dented number of constituents on Minority Law Enforcement for an officer to have their certifi- ailable this issue, demanding justice and Officers (MAMLEO). cation suspended or revoked. Av long-overdue reforms. My team THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF The bill places strict limits on is and I listened to each and every THE LAW the use of so-called “no-knock” ACTUAL person who contacted us about This legislation will, for the first warrants, requiring such warrants Showcase Your Business, Open this legislation, and I am grateful time, create a mandatory certifica- to be issued by a judge and only in AD SIZE to everyone who weighed in and tion process for police officers situations where an officer’s safety House, or More with an online urged the Legislature to deliver through the POST Commission. would be at risk if they announced a fair and just bill. I want to The Commission, through a their presence and only where ad! thank my colleagues in the Senate majority civilian board, will cer- there are no children or adults in pixels and House, especially Senators tify officers and create processes over the age of 65 in the home. Clients and Customers Chang-Diaz and Brownsberger for decertification, suspension of The legislation provides for an W: 160px and Representatives Cronin and certification, or reprimand in the exception when those children González on the conference com- event of certain misconduct. The or older adults are themselves at are just a click away! H: 600px mittee, for their meticulous work nine-member commission will risk of harm. In addition, the bill 00 to produce a bill that brings us be responsible for investigating requires law enforcement to seek — $300 per month per site — one step further along on the path and adjudicating claims of mis- a court order when conducting a to racial justice and equity.” conduct, maintaining databases facial recognition search except in THE State Rep. Dan Ryan also voted of training, certification, employ- emergency situations. in inches for the bill, and supports the final ment, and internal affairs records The legislation includes key pro- version, but said it was one of the for all officers, and certifying law visions of the State Police reform W: 2.2222” most difficult votes he has ever enforcement agencies. By creating legislation the Administration INDEPENDENT taken. a central entity to oversee officer filed in January that provide NEWSPAPERS “This was the toughest leg- certification, the Commission will new tools to improve account- H: 8.3333” islation I’ve worked on in my ensure that those officers’ train- ability and discipline within the reverejournal.com •winthroptranscript.com seven years of service as State ing and misconduct records are Department and to enhance diver- lynnjournal.com • everettindependent.com Representative,” he said. “The available both to the Commission sity in the Department’s recruit- atmosphere around the bill was and to those officers’ current ment and promotional practic- eastietimes.com • chelsearecord.com emotionally charged at times; and future employers, improving es. Those key provisions include —————— while also deliberating under accountability. establishing a State Police cadet charlestownbridge.com • beaconhilltimes.com COVID precautions. I feel confi- Governor Baker amended the program, enhancing the Colonel’s northendregionalreview.com • thebostonsun.com dent that we came up with a pub- bill to strengthen its due process ability to address and correct mis- lic safety bill that codifies proven protections for law enforcement, conduct, updating rules governing jamaicaplaingazette.com • missionhillgazette.com please send best practices statewide with con- added police labor representation promotions of uniformed mem- sistency. The bill also continues on the Commission, and strength- bers to officer positions, removing Combo Rates available! in “png” the conversation on pieces that ened the bill’s facial recognition the requirement that the Governor th need to be further flushed out. provisions ensuring law enforce- look exclusively within the State Buy any 3 sites, get 4 FREE I’ve had many conversations with ment agencies can continue to Police when appointing a colo- format constituents with varying opin- access these potentially lifesaving nel, and creating a new criminal ions, members of law enforcement tools responsibly. offense for police officers who Call the office to get started! as well as colleagues in munici- The new law identifies the gen- knowingly receive payment for a pal and state government. These eral circumstances under which fraudulent claim of hours worked. 781-485-0588 conversations were honest and police officers can use physical PAGE 8 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE January 7, 2021 First marijuana store in area opened Nov. 10, and it has quite a tale

By Seth Daniel of age. Rather, the real story comes in the ownership – particularly It seems like an eternity since Gilmore. marijuana was legalized in Massa- The owners are all three Cam- chusetts and people began talking bridge residents, including Gilm- about opening cannabis stores, but ore, Dennis Benzan and Attorney now Chelsea – just next over the Tim Flaherty. The three Cantabri- Bridge from Charlestown – has gians have been long-time friends, seen its first adult-use store open with Gilmore being a mentor to on Nov. 10, yet it’s more than the both for a long time. routine story of a “pot shop.” Gilmore is a World War II veter- Western Front held a ribbon an with a rich life story, and a life cutting ceremony on Webster Ave- that hasn’t slowed down with age nue in the Parkway Plaza on Nov. – fueled by a desire to always con- 10, and then become the first mar- tinue helping disadvantaged folks ijuana business to open in Chelsea who might need a leg up. and in the overall area. Western There are a few reasons for that, Front is an equity licensee, mean- he said, and getting into the mari- ing they are minority-owned and juana industry as an equity appli- focused in an Area of Dispropor- cant followed the same trajectory tionate Impact (ADI) – meaning a as when he couldn’t get a veterans place where the war on drugs hit home loan – and thus founded harder than in other places. Chel- United Bank, now OneUnited - the sea is one of 29 ADI communities. largest black-owned bank in the The 3,000 sq. ft. store in Chel- United States. sea will offer all kinds of cannabis Gilmore’s grandparents were products, including flower/buds, born into slavery in Alabama, and Western Front Owners Marvin Gilmore, Dennis Benzan, Tim Flaherty, General Manager Cassandra Leetz gummies, tinctures, edibles and oils he also served with distinction in and the rest of the employees gather for a photo of the new Western Front cannabis store on Webster Avenue at the Parkway Plaza in Chelsea. The store opened on Nov. 10 and was the first cannabis store to open in – to name a few – in an extremely World War II. Both are defining Chelsea and the surrounding area. highly-regulated and safe environ- moments for him. ment. A full new buildout of the “My grandmother was born store was massive, with it being into slavery and lived to be 107,” into this new industry. graduated from the New England disproportionately in the War on a vacant building for a long time he said. “My parents had come up Gilmore also served in World Conservatory (playing the Vibes), Drugs and sought to use the new before the partners began work on from Alabama to Cleveland and War II, and because he was black, started the successful Cambridge industry as a way to create wealth the venture. then to Boston. They sent me down he was not able to get on the air- nightclub Western Front, and even for those that had been affected. “It was a shell when we first to Alabama to learn and under- plane to come home with the white traveled to the Deep South with “Western Front and the canna- came in,” said owner Marvin stand how we had been treated in soldiers. He had to find another Celtic legend Bill Russell during bis industry was another oppor- Gilmore. “There was nothing the past. That inspired me to work way home, as the white soldiers the Civil Rights Era to “make tunity to be first,” he said. “We here...We made it first-class and I for people and to work to make wouldn’t ride with him. change.” have investors that reflected the think you can see that.” change and I’ve been doing that “My beginning fighting prej- Gilmore, who said he doesn’t minority community really like no Indeed the store is now a first- all my life. When this opportunity udice came in the army because smoke cannabis, said all of his life other cannabis company in Mas- class operation with plenty of nat- came, I knew Chelsea and where it we had two armies in World War has been an “uphill battle,” and sachusetts. We’re doing everything ural light, ample space and numer- had been in the old days. We put II – the white army and the black helping others get a leg up in any possible to provide opportunities ous kiosks for choosing and pur- together a team and it has gone army,” he said. “I wanted to see if business – including cannabis – for young people of color, whether chasing products. There is also a great…This is a very, very under- I could challenge that. I wanted to meshed with his long business and Latino, African American or oth- teaching and learning component privileged and poor community. change it.” philanthropic career. ers. Truthfully, that’s why I’m in of the operation on the other side If we can bring this concept to Meanwhile, once home, as a Benzan, the first Latino vice this and for no other reasons.” of the store that will focus on edu- Chelsea and get this store to take veteran he was entitled to a home mayor of Cambridge and one of Benzan said that’s reflected in cating people about marijuana and off and put people to work – it’s a loan, but they wouldn’t grant it to the only Latino liquor license hold- the workforce at the store, which helping aspiring entrepreneurs to great idea.” him – which pushed him to found ers there, said they are a team of features many people of color and learn how to start their own stores. The store is not only looking to the OneUnited Bank. firsts. He said he was impressed by those who simply need a leg up. Yet one of the most interesting pull customers from the surround- He currently serves on the the legislation that brought can- “When I first came in and saw things about the store is not the ing areas like Charlestown, but Board of the Boston Redevel- nabis to Massachusetts – as it put the numbers of black and brown once-illegal, now legal, sale of also employees who might fit the opment Authority’s EDIC, he’s a priority on minority communi- (Store Pg. 9) marijuana to those over 21 years criteria and need a chance to break an accomplished musician that ties, people that had been arrested January 7, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 9 Irvienne Goldson, longtime ABCD health advocate, dies

By John Lynds only respected but beloved.” her. Her heart was immense, her kindness, her warmth, and the Drew said with more than 30 impact immeasurable. We will focused advocacy that have ben- Friends, family and colleagues years’ experience in health educa- miss her always.” efited me over the 27 years we of Irvienne Goldson said to know tion and training, and curriculum Former ABCD Health Services worked together at ABCD.” her was to love her. and program development, Mrs. Director Joan Whitaker, who Current ABCD Health Services Sadily, Mrs. Goldson, who Goldson was a trailblazer, teacher, worked closely with Mrs. Goldson Director Jessica Aguilera-Steinert served as deputy director of and tireless advocate who saw for so many years, said Mrs. added, “Irvienne changed the lives Action for Boston Community health equity as a human right. Goldson was always a champi- of many young people in Boston Development (ABCD) Health “With a passion for reproduc- on of women’s and community and beyond. Young black and Services, died suddenly last week. tive health, HIV and adolescent health. brown girls, women and men were Mrs. Goldson joined ABCD in sexuality, she was an innovator “From the 1980s when Irvienne her family, her joy and her pur- 1992 as manager of education who championed the inextrica- was part of the founding of the pose. She was a fierce advocate and training and rose to become ble link between equal access to Cambridge Feminist Health and had a lifelong commitment deputy director of ABCD Health health information, education, Center, she has championed wom- to educating and agitating around Irvienne Goldson, longtime ABCD Services department and a pow- and care to personal develop- en‘s and community health,” said sexual health, reproductive justice health advocate, died suddenly last erhouse of healthcare advocacy in ment and empowerment,” said Whitaker, who retired in June. and health equity. She taught us week. Boston. Drew. “Frequently recognized for “She has exemplified empower- to be brave and to advocate for “It is with the deepest sadness her work with under-resourced ment for young people and com- others. As one colleague said ‘she that I share that Irvienne Goldson people of color, particularly girls munity building by developing walked in her purpose.’ At ABCD, reproductive health, HIV and STI passed away suddenly,” said and young women, Irvienne was creative programs that have been Irvienne was a force to be reck- prevention, sexual health and girls EBCD President and CEO John a woman of vision, determination, key to alleviating health inequities. oned with. While working in the leadership and empowerment. Drew in a statement announcing and action. We at ABCD mourn With compassion and wisdom, Health Services department as the Irvienne believed and fought for her passing. “Her rare leadership her loss as a dear friend and col- she has mentored and provided Deputy Director of Community justice and we will continue to and unflagging commitment to the league, and we grieve alongside opportunities for countless young Prevention Programs for 27 years, fight in her memory.`` Boston community made her not all those who knew her and loved women of color. I will miss her she developed and led programs in

ews riefs Store (from pg. 8) N B faces, I have to say I had a little bit enjoyed working the past three ICE SKATING 4 to 18. Separate skill classes are locations. To register for classes of emotion,” he said. “We’re going years to get their state and local CLASSES AT THE held at the beginner, intermedi- or for any additional information, through an incredibly difficult eco- approvals. He said he felt like CAMBRIDGE ate and advanced levels. Skaters please call the Bay State Skating nomic pandemic, and that’s being their company – which is looking can wear figure, recreational or School at 781-890-8480, or visit felt mainly in the communities of to expand already to Cambridge SIMONI RINK hockey skates, and helmets are www.BayStateSkatingSchool.org. color.” and a third, undisclosed location Bay State Skating School is one required for ages 4 through 9. Bay State Skating School is com- General Manager Cassandra – embodied what an economic of Greater Boston’s most estab- The Cambridge Simoni Rink pliant with the Commonwealth of Leetz said she is one example of empowerment applicant should lished and popular skating pro- is located at 155 Gore Street. Massachusetts Covid-19 guide- a Latina who has found great be. grams. We are celebrating OVER Classes are on Saturdays at 2:00 lines. The number of students opportunity in the cannabis indus- “From our investors to our 50 YEARS of teaching children on pm starting January 9th for 8 allowed on the ice will be limited. try. Her mother came from Costa staff, we have assembled what I the Greater Boston area! weeks. Masks and social distancing are Rica and she grew up in New think the state envisioned for eco- The Cambridge Simoni ice rink Come join the fun at the required. Safety is our #1 priority. York. She joined the Navy and was nomic empowerment candidates,” is holding a new semester of ice Cambridge Simoni Rink, or at any HAVE SOME FUN IN 2021! deployed worldwide as an intelli- he said. “It’s exceptional.” skating classes for children ages of the other 11 Boston area rink gence specialist. However, after discharged, she said she struggled to find opportunities. Employers Stuck looking for 24/7 EMERGENCY CARE | FREE PARKING didn’t understand her skill set or didn’t believe she had such skills, quality veterinary 02129 and she often found herself under- care in your area? On-Market employed. That went on for many years, until Western Front took a Angell is Condo Statistics chance on her. “They could have brought in prepared • 24/7 Emergency • Internal Medicine Today vs. This Day Last Year* & Critical Care a cannabis industry professional • Neurology Condos on Market from outside the state to run this, to help! • Acupuncture • Nutrition but they picked me,” she said. • Anesthesiology • Oncology 2020:(8) 2021: (54)** “It’s been an honor to do this and • Avian & • Ophthalmology Exotic Medicine *Based on MLS using I’m very proud to take my experi- • Pathology • Behavior ence and be able to work with the • Pain & 1/4/2020 & 1/4/2021 statistics • Cardiology people in Chelsea and the people Palliative Care • Dentistry we’ve hired.” • Physical **Of the 54 condos currently Flaherty said they have truly • Dermatology Rehabilitation on market, 22 are Navy Yard • Diagnostic • Surgery Imaging properties.

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Fund (provided by Wynn Resorts) & Performing Arts Center The program will feature the Prospective applicants can find the Featured Performers will guidelines, the City’s Committee (NEMPAC) is thrilled to contemporary works of living application posted on boston.gov/ include Michael Avitabile (flute), overseeing the Fund announced announce “New Music from New composers —originally from New charlestown-fund or email charles- Nicholas Brown (clarinet), Alyssa this week they are launching a [email protected] for a copy England” featuring Hub New England— full of vivid, vibrant, Wang (violin), Jesse Christeson short, mid-winter funding round Music and Christina Wright- and emotional imagery depicting of it. The deadline to submit appli- (cello), and Christina Wright- to support non-profits and com- Ivanova —as part of NEMPAC’s very relevant themes in today’s cations will be Friday, January Ivanova, (Artistic Director and munity organizations in the Town. Winter Concert Series— on world including “Apple Fantasy” 29, 2021 at 4 p.m. The fund will piano guest artist). Read more The Committee indicated the award grants of up to $20,000 – Friday, January 15, 2021 at 7 p.m. (World Premiere) by Joseph Sowa; primary focus of the Winter grant presented virtually in partnership “Rogue Emoji” by Kati Agócs; about the performers and our as it has done in the past. round will be to continue to direct To protect the safety of all with Sparrow Live from the his- “Black Anemones” (flute and Winter Concert Series. resources towards supporting applicants with the COVID-19 toric Boston Athenaeum lives- piano) by Joseph Schwantner; and TICKETS: Get your link tick- Charlestown’s non-profits, parks, pandemic, applications should treamed directly to the comfort of “Crossings” (flute, clarinet, violin, ets online. after-school activities, senior pro- be submitted via the webpage at grams, job training programs, cul- boston.gov/charlestown-fund, by tural events and related activities email to charlestownfund@bos- BPDA releases draft zoning overlay to that promote Charlestown’s her- itage, quality of life, recreational ton.gov or by mail to the Office or and cultural activities, as outlined Administration & Finance, Boston strengthen retrofits for future climate risks in the Managing Committee’s City Hall Room 608, Boston, MA 02201. Applications must be post- Fulfilling steps outlined in and Small Project review will be surrounding grade to a higher first Guidelines. However, one new aspect is that applicants are being marked by Friday, January 29, Mayor Martin J. Walsh’s Climate required to undergo Resilience floor elevation. There are also 2021 in order to be accepted. If Ready Boston, the Boston Planning Review, and comply with the allowances for side yard and rear asked to answer some application questions that endeavor to under- other arrangements need to be & Development Agency (BPDA) Coastal Flood Resilience Design yard encroachments for new struc- stand how the COVID-19 pan- made, please contact charlestown- on Monday released a draft zon- Guidelines. In 2019, the BPDA tures to house mechanical systems demic has impacted Charlestown [email protected]. ing overlay that will require new adopted Coastal Flood Resilience to ensure they are not located organizations so that the Managing If there are any questions about development and retrofits to take Design Guidelines to provide clear in basements or beneath the Sea Committee has an understanding the Fund or application, contact additional steps to limit the dam- strategies and best practices for Level Rise Design Flood Elevation of this and can reflect on it as well [email protected] for age and displacement related to developers, business owners, and (SLR-DFE), which consists of the while evaluating applications. guidance. the impacts of coastal storms and residents to respond to climate SLR-BFE plus one to two feet sea level rise. change. Earlier this year, the based on type of use. The zoning overlay will pro- American Planning Association •Lot Coverage and Required Home Rule Petition for ZBA pushed mote resilient planning and design, (APA) Sustainable Communities Open Space: The structures need- off, many initiatives pass for Boston provide consistent standards for Division awarded the ed for vertical circulation and the review of projects, and maxi- BPDA’s Coastal Flood Resilience mechanical systems referenced By Seth Daniel which is what everyone agrees to, mize the benefits of investments in Design Guidelines with the 2020 above will be excluded from mea- we’ll have to go back. Most of coastal resilience. APA Excellence in Sustainability surement of lot coverage and open City Councilor Lydia Edwards the other changes, though, were “In order for Boston to grow Award in the Policy, Law or Tool space. reported that the Home Rule accomplished within the executive and thrive for generations to come, category. •Gross Square Floor Area: Will Petition filed late in the fall to order.” we must make sure that what we The Zoning Overlay (Article exclude structures needed for ver- change the composition of the She said there were many other are building today is resilient and 25A of the Boston Zoning Code) tical circulation and areas devoted City’s Zoning Board of Appeals initiatives passed from the State protected from impacts of climate will provide new definitions and to flood protection measures. did not pass the State Legislature Legislature to be very happy change,” said BPDA Director standards for building dimensions •Limitations on Use Below at the conclusion of their session at about, particularly on the housing Brian Golden. “By updating our and uses to facilitate flood resilient the Sea Level Rise Design Flood midnight on Tuesday, but she said front. zoning code, we are strengthen- design for new projects and build- Elevation: For health and safety several exciting pieces did make it “These things are going to ing our tools to protect our city ing retrofits. Intended to prevent purposes, uses beneath the SLR through the unique and extended change immensely how we devel- and our shoreline, and follow- flood damage by elevating build- DFE are limited to access or ver- session. op in Boston,” she said. ing through on the steps outlined ing occupiable space, flood proof- tical circulation structures; flood State Rep. Dan Ryan filed the Some of the changes cited includ- in Mayor Walsh’s Climate Ready ing areas beneath flood elevations, prevention measures, storage, and Home Rule Petition for Councilor ed the increase to Boston’s Linkage Boston.” and promoting health and safety parking accessory to non-residen- Edwards late last fall after the City Fees, which are fees assessed to agreed to ZBA reform within an developers of new office or retail The Coastal Flood Resilience by preventing uses such as living tial uses. executive order by Mayor Martin properties by square footage. The Zoning Overlay District will apply space below the flood elevation, The BPDA will host virtu- Walsh. However, to exact total fees collected are used to fund to areas of the City that could be the specific provisions of the over- al public meetings on January reform of the Board, Edwards had affordable housing opportunities inundated during a major coastal lay include: 13 and January 15 to discuss and called for re-making the composi- across the city. They hadn’t been storm event, known as a 1 percent •Building Height: Projects answer questions on the Zoning tion and numbers of the members increased in Boston for several chance flood event, with 40-inches undergoing Resilience Review will Overlay District. The public will to be appointed. That required years, and had been a priority of of sea level rise. Based upon cli- have their height measured from have until February 12, 2021 to a Home Rule Petition to be Mayor Walsh’s for some time. mate modeling, 40-inches of sea two feet above the Sea Level Rise submit feedback. approved by the State Legislature. Additionally, Edwards said she level rise is expected between 2070 Base Flood Elevation (SLR-BFE), The BPDA has also launched By the end of the extended, was happy to see the Eviction and 2100, which is within the rather than at grade, which is what the Zero Net Carbon Building COVID-19 marathon session Ceiling pass the Legislature, usable life of most buildings cur- current zoning requires. Zoning Initiative to assess and Tuesday night at midnight, the and the Tenants Opportunity to rently undergoing BPDA review. •Building Setbacks: Projects identify strategies to strengthen Home Rule hadn’t passed. Purchase Act pass. The 40-inch inundation area is will have allowances to extend green building zoning require- “It didn’t pass this time, but The new Legislative session integrated into the BPDA Zoning into side yard, rear yard, and front ments to a zero net carbon stan- Rep. Ryan is going to re-file it begins this month, as the State Viewer. yard setbacks for structures need- dard for new construction, to meet and we’ll have another six weeks Legislature begins the process of All development projects sub- ed for vertical circulation, such Mayor Walsh’s goal for Boston to to get it done,” she said. “In creating a new State Budget to go ject to BPDA’s Article 80 Large as stairs or ramps to get from be carbon neutral by 2050. order to change the composition, into effect July 1. January 7, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 11 Boston Public Library announces Reading Together: A yearlong challenge Officials at the Boston Public Readers are also welcome to •October: A Story Under 100 org/events. Participants ages 13+ can also Library (BPL) announced Reading choose their own books each Pages For now, all Reading Together discuss the books they’re read- Together, a yearlong reading chal- month, and to share their recom- •November: An Author Born book discussions will be held vir- ing – no matter where they are lenge for the year 2021. While mendations with others participat- Outside the United States tually, and patrons will be able to in the challenge – on the BPL’s many Bostonians remain isolated ing in the challenge. •December: A Book About the participate in the yearlong chal- Reading Together forum, hosted due to the global health emergen- Reading Together will take Future lenge from home and through BPL on Discord. cy, Reading Together challenges place throughout the year, each •Bonus: A Book Recommended To Go. Patrons will be able to In 2021, the BPL’s Reading BPL patrons to read a book each month representing a new theme. by a Reading Together Participant track their progress using the Together yearlong challenge month that falls under a suggested (However, readers may explore Each month, the library will Beanstack app or website at bos- strives to give Boston’s community theme. the list out of order if they prefer.) have a recommended Community tonbpl.beanstack.org, under the of readers an opportunity to read The themes were chosen to The monthly themes are: Read title for adults, teens, and BPL’s Reading Together program. diversely, recommend books to broaden perspectives and connect •January: A Book About the families to read and discuss togeth- They can also track their progress each other, and discuss their read- readers across the city throughout Past er. For the month that these books using one of the BPL’s Reading ing together. the year. •February: A Debut Author are Community Reads, they will Together bookmarks, which will For more information on the Readers of all ages and all lan- •March: An #OwnVoices Book be available as eBooks with no be handed out to patrons through Reading Together yearlong chal- guage speakers are encouraged to •April: A Book with Pictures wait list in Overdrive, and library- the BPL To Go program. lenge, booklist recommendations participate in the yearlong chal- •May: An Author of Color wide book discussions will be held Patrons can share feedback for each month, the monthly lenge. Recommended booklists •June: An Award-Winning at the end of the month. Patrons and recommendations through Community Reads, information corresponding to the monthly Book can find the list of Community Beanstack, by emailing yearlong@ on using Beanstack, and more, themes are available for adults, •July: An LGBTQ+ Author Reads at bpl.org/yearlong, and bpl.org, or by returning their visit bpl.org/yearlong. teens, and children at bpl.org/year- •August: A Book in Translation will be able to register for the bookmark to any branch offer- long. •September: A Staff Pick monthly book discussions at bpl. ing BPL To Go service. RMV to continue designated service hours for customers 75 years of age or older

The Registry of Motor Vehicles customers of the additional infor- appointments are available at ing hours with a parent, guardian Suspension Hearings (RMV) has announced it will con- mation below, including the status open RMV Service Centers that or other adult over 21 with a valid •Suspension Hearings continue tinue to offer dedicated weekly of several initiatives launched due offer general appointments to the license for over a year. to be conducted by phone, how- Wednesday service hours for cus- to the COVID-19 pandemic: public. Select Renew My Driver’s •The Executive Order overrules ever, customers must report to a tomers who are 75 years of age or Non-Commercial Licenses, IDs, License or Mass ID option on the statute that requires Junior designated RMV Service Center in older into the month of January and Learner’s Permit Credentials the Make/Cancel a Reservation at Operators with a learner’s permit person to begin the process. at 17 locations including Revere. •Most non-commercial RMV Mass.Gov/RMV to view availabil- to complete six hours observing •Hearing locations include: Individuals in this age group are credential extensions granted for ity and make a reservation at one another student driver, and 40 Boston/Haymarket, Brockton, required by state law to renew customers in 2020, including of these locations for any day of supervised driving hours with a Fall River, Lawrence, *Pittsfield their Massachusetts driver’s license learner’s permits, will expire by the week, Monday-Friday. parent, guardian or other adult (Wednesdays only), Springfield, in person. Dec. 31 and customers may need Commercial Credentials over 21 with a valid license for and Worcester. The designated service hours to act soon to renew a license or (CDLs/CLPs) over one year. •Customers are limited to one began on Sept. 2 to offer an option ID online. Driver’s licenses and •The federal government has VEHICLE REGISTRATIONS hearing on a particular suspension to senior citizens to facilitate prop- ID cards that have expired this extended eligible Commercial Registration Transfers After or revocation. er “social-distancing” protocols to year may still be renewed online. Driver’s Licenses (CDL) and Vehicle Purchase Grace Period National Safety Council Classes keep customers and staff safe and Permit applicants must retake the Commercial Learner’s Permits •From June 12 until the date •With limited exceptions and healthy. The following centers exam if they have expired. With (CLP) until Feb. 28, 2021. of when the State of Emergency accommodations, anyone needing will continue exclusively serving the main exception for customers •Extensions were applied to ends, an Executive Order issued to take National Safety Council these customers on Wednesdays 75 and older being accommodat- customer records beginning the by Gov. Baker temporary extends classes may continue to take them who make renewal appointments: ed through the above dedicated evening of Tuesday, Dec. 29. this grace period requirement to online through March 1, 2021. Brockton, Danvers, Fall River, service offerings, most licenses Commercial customers should 21 calendar days from the date An online course completion Greenfield, Lawrence, Leominster, and ID’s can be renewed online at visit Mass.Gov/RMV or log into you dispose of your previous vehi- counts as a customer’s in-person Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, Mass.Gov/RMV and do not their myRMV account for further cle to register your new one. class requirement. New Bedford, North Adams, require a visit to a Service Center. information and to verify their Pittsfield, Plymouth, Revere, South •Eligible customers who may status. Yarmouth, Springfield, Watertown need a REAL ID in the future Road Tests What you need! and Worcester. can take advantage of the current •Road Tests continue at most Below are the options for REAL ID promotion and renew Service Centers and can be sched- Shopping and services guide seniors to renew by appointment: their Standard Massachusetts uled online. A NEW directory for local business •If you are a AAA member, you driver’s license or Massachusetts •State vehicles are being used may make a reservation now to ID card online now at Mass. to conduct road tests to ensure Whether they are looking for dining, a plumber or groceries, home decor, a perfect gift, or a dog-walker renew your driver’s license/ID at Gov/RMV and upgrade to the health and safety of employ- our readers look to our advertisers. These days, a AAA location. Visit aaa.com/ REAL ID credential at no cost in ees and customers. Vehicles are shopping and service convenience means delivery appointments to schedule your 2021. Qualifying customers who cleaned and disinfected between or contact-free pick ups and everyone using new visit. complete their renewal online and tests. safety protocols. Join this new directory at a great •If you are not a AAA member, wish to upgrade to a REAL ID for •During a road test, only the introductory price to get your name out to them. visit Mass.Gov/RMV to make a free will have to wait until at least examiner and the student are per- reservation to renew at an RMV six (6) months after Massachusetts’ mitted inside the vehicle. Service Center. Select the Seniors State of Emergency is lifted to •Driving schools continue to be License Renewal option on the visit anContact RMV Service your Center. rep. todaypermitted to perform remote or Make/Cancel a Reservation trans- Customers currently do not need a online instruction under existing action tab. federally compliant REAL ID for public health protocols. •Email the RMV for assistance to the purposes of boarding domestic Junior Operators renew: MassDOTRMVSeniors@ flights prior to Oct. 1, 2021, as •An Executive Order signed by Ads also appear online in pdf version of the weekly papers. dot.state.ma.us the federal government delayed Gov. Charlie Baker on June 12 for Deb DiGregorio -781-485-0588 x 101 •Call the RMV at 857-368- the compliance effective date by Junior Operators remains in effect. [email protected] 8005. one year. •A Junior Operator is permitted Sioux Gerow - 617-833-8292 The RMV would like to remind •License and ID renewal to do 46 hours of supervised driv- [email protected] PAGE 12 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE January 7, 2021

For Record From the Jan. 11 with a petition for approval of Mondays through Thursdays, •REPORTING There are informational Emergency Licensed Premise Text Amendment Application 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. BPS families WORKPLACE SAFETY Zoom sessions about regis- Inspections hearing, 11 a.m., No. 495 filed by the Boston can pick up free breakfasts and CONCERNS tration on Weds. Jan 20, 4 p.m.; online: Redevelopment Authority lunches. Some locations also Workers in any size organi- and Sat., Feb. 27, at 10 a.m. The Licensing Board for the d/b/a the Boston Planning & provide free toiletries and free zation have options if they feel BPS Welcome Centers are City of Boston (the “Board”) Development Agency. Said groceries on select days. they are being pressured into temporarily closed to the public, for a virtual emergency licensed text amendment would amend *Edwards Middle School – an unsafe situation. Attorney but registration can be done premise inspection hearing on Articles 2 (Definitions), 2A 28 Walker St. General Maura Healey has cre- online and via phone. Call (617) Monday January 11, 2021 at (Definitions Applicable in *Harvard/Kent Elementary – ated resources for workers to 635-9010 to schedule a phone 11 a.m. regarding the licensed Neighborhood Districts and 50 Bunker Hill St. report safety concerns during appointment with a specialist. premise inspection notice issued in Article 80, Development reopening. They include an •P-EBT Cards - All BPS stu- by the Licensed Premise Unit of Review and Approval), and •CHAT WITH A PLANNER online form at the Attorney dents will have more P-EBT the Boston Police Department 80 (Development Review Due to the length of the General’s website and a dedi- funds for this school year. If the preceding weekend. Notice and Approval) to include PLAN Charlestown presenta- cated Fair Labor hotline at 617- you received P-EBT funds in of this hearing will be hand Affirmatively Furthering Fair tion last week, the BPDA will 727-3465. People can also find the past, look for funds to delivered to any licensee Housing requirements to the offer the community the oppor- those resources by calling 311. be allocated the last week of required to attend upon the Article 80 Development Review tunity to share some additional December. New to P-EBT? issuance of the licensed premise process. thoughts or input on the topics •HOW TO REPORT A You will get a P-EBT card in inspection notice. at an upcoming Chat with a PROBLEM PROPERTY January or check your existing CHRISTMAS TREE Planner event. Save the date and Since taking office in 2014, EBT card for funds. Learn more CHAT WITH A PLANNER RECYCLING time of Monday, January 11, Mayor Walsh has made fixing at www.MAp-EBT.org or call Due to the length of the Christmas trees will be picked 2021, 6–7 p.m. for this meeting, quality of life issues a priority in the Assistance Line at 877-382- PLAN Charlestown presenta- up during the first two full weeks where members of the planning his administration. From invest- 2363. tion last week, the BPDA will of January on the first recycling team will quickly recap the pre- ing in Public Works to making •Join BPS in creating a BPS offer the community the oppor- day of the week to be shredded sentation and open it up for a sure community policing is a Community Cookbook. The tunity to share some additional for compost. Place your trees community discussion regarding staple in every neighborhood, schools are collecting family rec- thoughts or input on the topics on the curb by 6 a.m., without the topics discussed. we are making sure every neigh- ipes that represent the diverse, at an upcoming Chat with a ornaments or lights. Check your Following the January 11 borhood is clean, safe and a delicious foods found in BPS Planner event. Save the date and pickup schedule: http://boston. Chat with a Planner event, our great place to live and work in. households. These recipes will time of Monday, January 11, gov/trash-day next PLAN: Charlestown top- Unfortunately some properties be compiled and shared in the 2021, 6–7 p.m. for this meeting, ical meeting will focus in Boston need more help than spring. where members of the planning HOLIDAY RECYCLING on Mobility. Please keep an eye others, and that’s why we are •Free Pre-K Spaces Available team will quickly recap the pre- AND TRASH GUIDE out for a future email with more here. If you know of a property sentation and open it up for a Items one can recycle: details. that fits one of the following cri- - There are still spaces available community discussion regarding •Gift Bags (no metallic inks, teria: multiple calls to 911, one for free, in-person, high-qual- the topics discussed. foil, wire or glitter.) KENNEDY CENTER that’s blighted or just a general ity Pre-K at community-based Following the January 11 •Cardboard (no larger than ANNUAL MEETING concern, we encourage you to organizations across the city Chat with a Planner event, our 3’ x 3’) The John F. Kennedy Family reach out to your neighborhood for the 2020-21 school year for next PLAN: Charlestown top- •Catalogs Services Center will hold its liaison. children who are 4 years old ical meeting will focus •Greeting Cards (no metallic annual meeting on as of September 1, 2020. More on Mobility. Please keep an eye inks, photos, foil, wire or glitter.) January 25, 2021 from 6:30 SCHOOLS INFO information is available at bos- out for a future email with more Items one cannot recycle: to 8 p.m. via Zoom teleconfer- •BPS Priority Registration tonpublicschools.org/upk. details. •Plastic Bags ence. Begins This Week – Priority reg- •Christmas Lights The agenda includes annu- istration for school year 2021- BUNKER HILL IAG From the Jan. 13 Zoning •Bows and Ribbons al election of directors of the 22 began on Jan. 5 for students MEETING ADDED Commission hearing, 9 a.m., •Wrapping Paper board as well as other necessary entering grades K0, K1, 6th, The Boston Planning and online: •Bubble Wrap business. Members of the public 7th and 9th grades. Priority Development Agency (BPDA) •9:15 AM Text Amendment •Styrofoam are welcome to attend using a Registration for those grades has added another Impact Application No. 495 •Air Pillows phone or computer. A link to ends on Jan. 29. Assignment Advisory Group (IAG) meeting Affirmatively Furthering •Tissue Paper the meeting will be sent to those notifications are on March 31. on Jan. 12, after having what Fair Housing: The Zoning •Packing Peanuts who register in advance. To reg- Students entering K2 and all was believed to be the final Commission of the City of ister or to ask questions about other grades have priority reg- meeting in December. The new Boston hereby gives notice that •SUPER SITES FOR BPS this meeting, contact Thara istration on Feb. 8 and ends meeting will be online and will a virtual public hearing will be MEALS Fuller [email protected] on April 5. Assignment notifi- be held at 6 p.m. Register with held on January 13, 2021, at Beginning October 26, 617-241-8866 x1312. cations for those grades is on the BPDA for the link to the 9:15 A.M., in connection BPS Super Sites open for May 28. meeting.

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CHARLESTOWN community of over 200 individ- more art and creative practices at foods are greatly appreciated. BRANCH LIBRARY ual and 50 business members. home. Every week, new art labs Donations drops are: Food Pantry, 2020 has been the most challeng- and creative prompts are added 49 Vine St. (Hayes Square), The LITTLE GROOVE OFFERS VIRTUAL ing year for FCNY since its found- to the growing online catalog. Cooperative Bank - 201 Main ZOOM CONCERTS TECH COURSE ing in 2004, but they have stepped You can enjoy a free 7 day trial St. or the Parish Center - 46 WITH BPL FOR PARENTS AND up to meet the challenge. FCNY of the virtual art program now. Winthrop St. (by the Training The Charlestown and Grove PRESCHOOLERS has donated to local non-prof- Visit essemartstudio.com for more Field). Or donate by send- Hall Branches of the Boston The Boston Public Library in it organizations addressing food information! ing checks to: Harvest on Vine, Public Library with druuumm partnership with Tech Goes Home insecurity, supported local busi- Parish Center, 46 Winthrop St., rolll!! Little Groove! Wednesdays will be offering training in basic nesses with the purchase of gift Charlestown, MA 02129. They January 20, 27 and February 3 tech and the internet, with a goal certificates, and sponsored virtual KENNEDY CENTER’S are also looking for volunteers to 10:30 - 11:00am to ensure that all residents of the presentations on the impacts of ANNUAL MEETING assist with distribution. For more Music, Song, and Dance with City of Boston are equipped with Covid19 and the proposed MBTA The John F. Kennedy Family information, call Tom MacDonald the Charlestown and Grove Hall the tools, training, and access to service cuts Membership available Services Center will hold its annu- 617-990-7314. branches of the BPL. support 21st - century skill devel- at Individual, Family, Supporter, al meeting on January 25th, 2021 Join Zoom Meeting https:// opment. Patron, Benefactor or Corporate from 6:30 to 8:00pm via Zoom us02web.zoom.us/j/9623893114 Virtual classes will take place levels. Contributions are tax teleconference. CHARLESTOWN Meeting ID: 962 389 3114 Mondays and Wednesdays, deductible. For more informa- The agenda includes annual BRANCH LIBRARY 3:30-4:30 p.m.from January 20 tion visit: www.friendscny.org or election of directors of the board OPEN FOR PICKUPS to March 10, 2021. The course email: [email protected] FCNY as well as other necessary busi- Although the library is closed THE ANCHOR includes the opportunity for par- is an independent, non-profit civic ness. to the public, it is open for IS OPEN! ticipants who complete the train- organization dedicated to enhanc- Members of the public are wel- scheduled contactless pickups The Anchor has many ways to ing to receive a free iPad and ing the quality of life for resi- come to attend using a phone or and returns of library materials keep warm this winter. Reserve reduced rate internet service. dents, businesses and visitors to computer. A link to the meeting Mondays-Thursdays from 2-6 an igloo for up to 6 people for an Space is limited, please call (617) the Navy Yard while preserving its will be sent to those who register pm and Fridays from 1-4 pm. indoor outdoor room with a view. 242-1248 to sign-up. historic character. in advance. To register or to ask Notification emails will have For regular visits, they have heat questions about this meeting, con- a link to schedule pickup. For lamps, hand warmers and even tact Thara Fuller tfuller@kennedy- notifications received by phone Anchor blue fleece blankets! The FRIENDS OF THE FREE VIRTUAL center.org 617-241-8866 x1312. or for help scheduling a pickup, Anchor has more than beer and CHARLESTOWN ART STUDIO TRIAL call the branch at 617-242-1248. wine, too. Hot beverages includ- NAVY YARD Essem Art Studio launches a Masks are required. There is a ing coffee (with caramel, vanilla 2021 ANNUAL virtual art studio with monthly HARVEST ON VINE returns bin at the entrance avail- and hazelnut flavor shots), tea MEMBERSHIP DRIVE subscriptions to continue sparking FOOD PANTRY able when the library is open. For (peppermint, lemon and green), joy and cultivating creative power further assistance email: Adults Joining the Friends of the APPEAL hot chocolate, hot cider, and in little artists (age 2-10) and fam- Librarian Kathy Kire at kkire@ Charlestown Navy Yard is a The Food Pantry has had a mulled sangria. They also have ilies with young children. The bpl.org, Children’s Librarian great way to get involved in the great need at this time as it has added savory soups - broccoli virtual art studio provides engag- Eileen Whittle at ewhittle@bpl. community and to stay informed been very busy serving many more cheddar or garden tomato - to ing virtual art labs and resourc- org, or Branch Librarian Maureen on important issues and current residents in town and provid- their menu to warm you up! Visit es for parents and families who Marx at [email protected], or call events. Become a member in ing more frequent distributions. theanchorboston.com for the cur- are looking for ways to introduce 617-242-1248. 2021 and join the Navy Yard Donations of all non-perishable rent schedule.

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LOCAL STUDENTS Pierce joins Hinckley Allen Litigation Group EARN ACADEMIC HONORS Hinckley Allen this week Michelle has tried numerous jury Said Peirce, “Hinckley Allen’s announced that eight trial lawyers and bench trials both at Barrett Litigation group is a seasoned, from Barrett & Singal have joined & Singal and while serving as a interdisciplinary team that is LAKUS EARNS global student scholars and com- the Firm, including Co-Chairs Special Assistant District Attorney proven across industries and dis- FALL 2020 DEAN’S mitment to civic engagement. of Barrett & Singal’s Litigation in Middlesex County. She is a ciplines. I’m pleased to join this Rigorous programs, an uncom- group, Co-Chairs of its Research past president of the Women’s Bar team of nationally ranked attor- LIST HONORS mon core, experiential learning, Misconduct group, and its General Association of Massachusetts, and neys with a deep bench of trial Nazareth College is proud to career skills, and a global focus Counsel. currently serves as the president of lawyers. I look forward to work- announce that Matthew Lakus of prepare graduates for not just one All eight new hires will join the Women’s Bar Foundation of ing with this team and clients to Charlestown, MA has been named job, but for their life’s work. the Firm’s Litigation group in Massachusetts. provide sensible and cost-effective to the dean’s list for the fall 2020 Nazareth College’s academic its Boston office, building on “At Hinckley Allen, we believe strategies for accomplishing their semester. strengths cross an unusually broad Hinckley Allen’s deep roots in in strategic growth by acquiring goals.” A student’s grade point average spectrum of 60 majors, including New England. elite talent that shares the Firm’s Hinckley Allen’s Litigation must be at least 3.5 or above, education, health and human ser- The new hires include culture and values,” said Jerry group includes attorneys recog- and they must complete 12 credit vices, management, the fine arts, Charlestown’s Michelle Peirce. Petros, Chair of the Litigation nized for their courtroom success- hours of graded work that semes- music, theater, math and science, Michelle R. Peirce (Partner) group at Hinckley Allen. “The es in the Northeast and beyond, ter in order to be included on the foreign languages, and the liberal served as Co-Chair of Barrett lawyers joining us from Barrett across industries and disciplines, dean’s list at Nazareth. arts. The coeducational, religious- & Singal’s Litigation group. In & Singal are terrific trial law- including commercial litigation, Nazareth College’s academic ly independent, classic campus in her white-collar criminal practice, yers and even better people who government enforcement and strengths cross an unusually broad a charming suburb of Rochester, she represents business executives, will further enhance our strong white-collar defense, intellectual spectrum of 60 majors, including N.Y. challenges and supports corporations, and professionals Litigation team. We look forward property, labor and employment, education, health and human ser- 2,000 undergrads and 800 grad- who are under investigation or to collaborating with Michelle, securities, product liability and vices, management, the fine arts, uate students. Nazareth is recog- indictment for white-collar crime. Bruce, and all of our new col- toxic tort, energy, and environ- music, theater, math and science, nized nationally for its Fulbright In her civil practice, she represents leagues as we continue to provide mental. To learn more about the foreign languages, and the liberal global student scholars and com- individuals, businesses, and public outstanding and efficient service Litigation group, please click here. arts. The coeducational, religious- mitment to civic engagement. entities in complex civil disputes. and counsel to our clients.” ly independent, classic campus in Rigorous programs, an uncom- a charming suburb of Rochester, mon core, experiential learning, N.Y. challenges and supports career skills, and a global focus DA Rollins invites high school students to apply for 2,200 undergrads and 700 grad- prepare graduates for not just one uate students. Nazareth is recog- job, but for their life’s work. paid internship in memory of fallen prosecutor nized nationally for its Fulbright In memory of Suffolk prose- neighborhoods.” center that bears his name, cutor Paul McLaughlin, and in Beginning in the Summer of and now with the McLaughlin Let’s honor of his commitment to using 2021, McLaughlin Scholars will Scholarship. This fund will help do you have Make the law as a means to improve the have the opportunity to join the next generation of aspiring 2021 a communities he served, District District Attorney Rollins’ office civic leaders achieve the education Better Attorney Rachael Rollins has for a two-month, paid internship. necessary to continue the work created the Paul R. McLaughlin The program pairs each student that Paul committed his life to. Year! Memorial Scholarship and invited with a mentor within the office and Paul’s work continues through all high school students in their junior allows the Scholars to work along- of us, and with this scholarship 2021 year from Boston, Chelsea, Revere side SCDAO staff. Scholars will fund, we’re able to ensure that vision2020for your business and Winthrop to apply. be immersed in one of five intern- his work continues for genera- “I never had the privilege of ship focus areas: Public Policy and tions,” District Attorney Rollins Your Year working with Paul, but more than Strategy, Community Affairs and said. “We’ve reached out to our Your Cost 25 years after his murder, his pas- Relationships, Child Protection partners at Suffolk County high 1 JOIN THE INDEPENDENT sion for justice and second chances and Advocacy, Neighborhood schools and the community non- Option still stand as an inspiration to all Safety and Strategic Prosecutions, profits we work with to spread 2021 AD CAMPAIGN 52 WEEKS of us. This scholarship opportuni- and an Executive Team placement. the word about this high school Business Card Size Jan. — Dec. 2021 ty is one way that we can continue This office’s relationship with scholarship opportunity. We also 3.37” by 2” high ONE FULL YEAR of advertising the work that Paul dedicated his the McLaughlin Scholars will made sure that our partners at for only $2,021 life to,” District Attorney Rollins continue well after their intern- the Department of Youth Services 2 per paper said. “He saw the role of the pros- ship ends. Upon acceptance into are aware of this opportunity. I Option THE REVERE JOURNAL | THE EVERETT INDEPENDENT ecutor as more than just holding college, the Scholars will receive encourage all youth to apply for THE WINTHROP TRANSCRIPT | THE LYNN JOURNAL individuals accountable for their financial assistance toward their the Scholarship, regardless of their THE EAST BOSTON TIMES | THE CHELSEA RECORD 26 WEEKS THE BOSTON SUN | THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT BRIDGE actions. He knew that serving the higher education. interactions with the criminal 2col x 3 in. BEACON HILL TIMES | NORTH END REGIONAL REVIEW community means engaging with “Paul’s legacy lives on in the legal system. I want to ensure JAMAICA PLAIN GAZETTE | MISSION HILL GAZETTE 3.37” by 3” high the community not just on the work that we are doing here at the that eligible young people in every Choose from any 3 Options for an insightful COLOR year of news, sports, and social gatherings worst days of their lives, but every Suffolk County District Attorney’s neighborhood my office serves are 2 ADS/MONTH from your Hometown Newspaper day; not just in courtrooms, but in Office, at the Dorchester youth able to apply for this opportuni- 2 Payments of $1,01050 ty. It is my hope that our pool 3 First due Jan. 31, 2020 of applicants reflects the diverse Option Second due June 31, 2020 backgrounds and experiences of We accept all major Credit Cards With options to change Publications on each run our community, as well as the commitment to service that Paul’s legacy embodies.” 1 AD/MONTH The deadline for applications 2col x 5 in. DON’T WAIT! is February 5, 2021. An online 3.37” by 5” high Call your Ad Rep at information session will take place COLOR on January 6, 2021. For more information or to apply for the Paul R. McLaughlin Scholarship, please visit suffolkdistrictattorney. com/scholarship. January 7, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 15

BCDC approves Bunker Hill Redevelopment Master Plan CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

By Seth Daniel “Everything will be new – the science and environmental science. North Washington Street Bridge street grid and the buildings. I On Walford Way, the park The Bunker Hill Redevelopment think the existing trees will help would be focused on ‘Gather,’ construction look-ahead through Jan. 9 team presented an expanded plan alleviate that feeling. I think mov- and would be for community out- for their open space and transpor- ing forward thinking through the door gatherings – such as concerts, tation plans to the Boston Civic plantings might affect how you plays or outdoor meetings. The VIBRATORY HAMMER tinue. Design Commission (BCDC) phase the project to get plantings final piece would be ‘Play’ on NOISE IMPACTS on Tuesday night, and received in the ground sooner. When you Tufts Street and would be a one- •A vibratory hammer is being WORK HOURS a unanimous approval for their think about the six to 10 things acre destination playground space used to install the five cofferdams •Most work will be done Master Plan concept. that guide the open space develop- aiming to attract kids from the which will be needed to build the during the daytime (6:00 a.m. – The project will have to return ment, let that be one.” entire Charlestown neighborhood. piers of the new bridge. Installation 6:00 p.m.) to the BCDC for design approv- Added Hacin, “I completely The playground park is roughly of each cofferdam takes about two als on the first phase buildings agree with giving the area a sense the same size as the new Martin weeks. WORK THAT HAS BEEN – Buildings F and M – which of direction so it doesn’t feel all Richard Park in the Seaport. •The project has positioned a COMPLETED are supposed to kick off this new.” Those new parks would be bol- combination of hanging sound •Prior to 12/27, crews con- summer if all approvals are in Those comments came stered by what is called Festival blankets and temporary barrier to tinued to demolish the existing line. The project team and the in response to a short presen- Street – a middle roadway that minimize noise impacts from the bridge. The bridge is now 100% Boston Planning and Development tation from Project Manager is more of a shared space than a vibratory hammer. These measures demolished, and cofferdam work Agency (BPDA) have said they Megan Pasquina and Landscape road for cars. In the new plan, it will be adjusted as needed and is 70% complete. hope to have the First Phase of the Architects John Copley and has been extended to Monument appropriate. Bunker Hill Redevelopment on the Shauna Gillies-Smith about the Street and serves as a connector •Use of the vibratory hammer TRAVEL TIPS BPDA Board agenda this month. refined concept for the park sys- for all four new park spaces. began on 10/6. Work hours are Westerly sidewalk, Lovejoy A quick takeaway from tem and pocket parks within the Member Linda Easterly said the during the day (7 a.m. – 3 p.m.) Wharf stairs near Converse are Tuesday’s meeting is that trees are development. A brief transporta- massing of the buildings stepping open to the public with the opening important to more than just a few tion report was also given by the down to the parks has become DESCRIPTION of the temporary bridge, the adja- people in Charlestown, as several project’s consultant. much better defined and refined. OF SCHEDULED WORK cent section of the Harborwalk BCDC members encouraged the In all, the BCDC members “The way the tall buildings •Chip out bridge joints on passing under the bridge remains project team to save as many trees praised the project’s refined Master step down to the parks is a good the warehouse spans adjacent to closed. as possible. Plan and open space concepts. change,” she said. “I think that Constitution Marina, installation The Tudor Wharf Walkway “I have been struck by the Copley and Gillies-Smith has become a really beautiful com- and maintenance of silt curtain, (under the bridge next to the neighborhood commentary about explained they have given the position.” installation of north and south water in Paul Revere Park) will keeping the existing tree canopy,” major open spaces special desig- “This project has been a long abutment elements, installation of be intermittently closed for safety said member David Hacin. “I am nations and modes. road and come a long way,” said drilled shafts, and excavation of during construction operations, curious if these plans incorporate Monument Park would be Member Andrea Leers. “I think piers. In addition, sheeting and with access provided via the Water any of the existing trees.” ‘Connect,’ as it uses a Monument it’s been thoughtfully considered bracing of cofferdams will con- Street underpass. Member Deneen Crosby said “shadow” to connect people to the at every level.” she believes it would also be history of the area and tell stories The BCDC approved the Tobin Bridge January 2021 important to keep more existing within the park that are not the Master Plan and Open Space con- trees in the project. typical Bunker Hill stories. A new cepts by an 8-0 vote, with the temporary lane closures “I think it would help this park on Medford Street would be caveat that the project team will development to feel more ground- the ‘Explore’ concept and would return to go over the designs of Starting this week, Jan. 4, the Tobin Bridge/Chelsea Curves ed in the neighborhood,” she said. inspire kids to play using natural the first two buildings in Phase 1. Mystic/Tobin Bridge will have full Rehabilitation Project. The clo- overnight closures southbound to sures will begin each day at 9 accommodate construction. p.m. and end at 5 a.m. Mayor, BHA extends moratorium •FULL SOUTHBOUND The detour route for these clo- LANE CLOSURES: During the sures will be that southbound weeks of Monday, Jan. 4, and traffic will exit Route 1 at Carter for nonessential public housing evictions Monday, Jan. 11, there will be Street, travel on Carter Street to weekday overnight closures Everett Avenue, turn left onto Mayor Martin J. Walsh and best interests of both our residents in Mission Hill. “BHA has been of Route 1 southbound where Everett Avenue, and turn right the Administrator of the Boston who struggle to make ends meet a strong partner for residents this it passes through the Chelsea onto the Everett Avenue on-ramp Housing Authority (BHA), Kate and of our city as a whole, as we year as we have worked together Viaduct portion of the combined to rejoin the highway. Bennett last week announced an fight to maintain the health and to keep our families and commu- extension on the moratorium on safety of our city.” nities safe.” nonessential evictions for BHA “A safe, stable home is the Any BHA program participant public housing residents until best protection our residents have who is unable to pay current rent March 1, 2021. The moratori- in battling coronavirus, and it is during the pandemic should notify OBITUARIES um offers housing stability to critical that we take the steps we their housing manager or landlord BHA’s public housing residents can to keep our residents safely through text, email or printed Effective Jan. 1, 2021 and reduces coronavirus risks housed through this pandemic,” letter and establish a plan for associated with the processing said BHA Administrator Kate repayment. Although there is an All obituaries and death notices of its nonessential eviction cases. Bennett. “The vaccine is on its eviction moratorium currently in Nonessential evictions include all way, and there’s cause for opti- place for public housing, it is will be at a cost of eviction proceedings except for mism going into 2021, but now is temporary, and tenants are still those related to criminal activity, not the time to take our foot off required to perform their contrac- and those that are necessary to the gas. There were reasons we tual obligation to pay their rent. $150.00 per paper. protect the health and safety of put this moratorium in place, and BHA program participants BHA residents, employees, and those reasons are still with us.” facing a financial hardship must Includes photo.No word Limit. others. “This moratorium has given reach out to BHA to re-certi- “It’s been a difficult year, with public housing residents some fy their income and reduce their Please send to a dueling public health and eco- extra peace of mind at a time when monthly payments. Statewide nomic crisis that has hit our com- many families are struggling,” said financial assistance for rent is [email protected] munities hard,” said Walsh. “This Matilda Drayton, President of the available through RAFT funding. moratorium continues to serve the Alice Taylor Tenant Task Force, or call 781-485-0588 PAGE 16 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE January 7, 2021 Charlestown’s cumulative positive test rate drops, but weekly test rate increases

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Last week the cumulative DIRECTORY of businesses COVID-19 positive test rate in New Charlestown dropped once again but the weekly positive test rate What do you need today? Many merchants and increased according to the latest service providers are adapting to the current data released on Friday by the Boston Public Health Commission crisis with new shopping options. Check here for (BPHC). According to the BPHC report, ways to safely shop from your own home. of the 10,540 Charlestown resi- dents tested for the virus so far 6.2 PLACE YOUR AD IN THE DIRECTORY TODAY! percent were found to be positive GREAT introductory specials! by last Friday. This was a decrease Deb DiGregorio - [email protected] of 51 percent from the 12.8 per- cent reported two Fridays ago. Sioux Gerow [email protected] Last week 989 residents were tested and 6.5 percent were positive. This was a 38 percent increase from the 4.7 that tested positive two Fridays ago, Citywide, ​31,929 residents were tested last week and 8.8 percent were COVID positive--an increase of 20.5 percent from the $160/month or save 10% and prepay $1728/year. 7.3 percent that tested positive 12 month lease, get your spot now! two weeks ago. For more information email Joanie Walls: “The average number of pos- [email protected] itive tests each day for Boston residents was 413,” said Mayor or call directly at (617) 936-2119 Martin Walsh at a press brief- ing Tuesday. “That’s up slight- ly compared to the week before. PORTSIDE TRUCK & AUTO REPAIR Our current community positivity rate was 8.8 percent. That is up PUBLIC WELCOME from the week before. Our case numbers are concerning, and our MA Inspection Station #4498 hospital numbers are higher than On Friday the BPHC released its weekly COVID-19 stats by neighbor- Open Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m we’d like.” hood that tracks infection rates and COVID testing results in Boston The Mayor said that 93% of neighborhoods. 617-242-5782 adult Non-Surge ICU Beds are occupied, the highest Boston has 100 TERMINAL ST. seen in a long time. The Mayor making it easier for them to offer and help us spread the word about said that he and his team are in CHARLESTOWN safe pickup and delivery. this.” constant contact with local hospi- But, the Mayor said, he needs The BPHC data released last tals, and that he needs everyone to patrons to do their part, too. Friday showed Charlestown’s do their part. Before you make another move, The Mayor said local contact infection rate increased 8.6 per- “This is one of the most serious contact MC Realty tracing efforts make it clear that cent and went from 331.7 cases points of the pandemic so far and even though indoor dining itself per 10,000 residents to 360.5 BUYING - SELLING - RENTING if numbers don’t improve, we’ll isn’t a high risk factor, too many cases per 10,000 residents. have to look at more restrictions. people are going out to dinner Fifty-six additional residents So everyone needs to wear a mask, with people outside their bubbles, became infected with the virus avoid crowds, and stay six feet increasing the risk for COVID-19 last week bringing the total to 700 apart,” said Walsh. “Every time transmission. He said that some- confirmed cases in the neighbor- you do these things, you could times they see other people they hood. be saving a life. We will beat this (617) 915-4286 know and “table hop,” which has The statistics released by thing, if everyone buckles down.” [email protected] to stop. the BPHC as part of its week- matthewcollinsre The Mayor also discussed the “We can keep local restaurants ly COVID19 report breaks down need for personal safety while open… but only if people follow the number of cases and infection indoor dining. He said that the the public health guidance,” said rates in each neighborhood. It also City of Boston continues to mon- Walsh. “So, if you’re indoor din- breaks down the number of cases itor the data closely and limit ing: only go with people in your by age, gender and race. indoor dining capacity to levels the bubble; keep your mask on when Citywide positive cases of coro- public health experts say are safe. you’re not eating; and don’t min- navirus increased 8.5 percent per- He thanked local restaurants gle with other tables. It’s not just cent last week and went from for following safety protocols, about your safety… It’s about our 38,872 cases to 42,195 confirmed saying that they have been very hardworking waiters and wait- cases in a week. Thirty-seven more stmarystcatherine.org 617-242-4664 cooperative. The City continues to resses, hosts, and busboys who Boston residents died from the support them with small business 46 Winthrop St. Charlestown, 02129 are working hard so that you can virus and there are now 1,025 total relief funds, technical support, have a good time. Be respectful deaths in the city from COVID. and outdoor dining programs, and