THURSDAY, January 14, 2021 FREE charlestown PATRIOT-BRIDGE Biden taps Walsh for U.S. Labor A safe return Secretary in Washington, D.C. BPS announces tentative schedule for re-opening additional school buildings By Seth Daniel By Seth Daniel key health, safety, and staffing President-elect Joe Biden has protocols to the future reopen- called on Mayor Martin Walsh As Boston Public Schools ing of all school buildings for to join his Cabinet and lead his (BPS) Supt. Brenda Cassellius and the remainder of the school year incoming Labor Department – and Boston Teachers Union (BTU) on Monday. That allowed a new Walsh has answered the call for his President Jessica Tang announced timeline for a return to in-person, long-time ally and friend. on Monday an update to the time- and hybrid in-person education Rumors had been swirling all line for re-opening school build- in the schools. The timeline starts last week, particularly in the State ings to students, a prominent on Feb. with high-needs priority House, about Walsh’s impend- grass-roots parent organization in students, and concludes on April ing departure – which most Charlestown had its doubts about 1 with the return of high school thought would be announced last the sincerity of the plan. students. The detailed timeline is Wednesday. National events at the Officials announced an as follows: U.S. Capitol seemed to postpone update to the Memorandum of •Monday, February 1: All stu- that, and on Tuesday it was first Agreement (MOA) between the officially reported by Politico.com. union and the district to extend (Schools Pg. 11) On Friday, Biden held a television Mayor Martin Walsh shown here being sworn in on Jan. 1, 2018 at press conference to make the offi- the Cutler Majestic Theatre as his mother, family and President-elect cial announcement Joe Biden look on. Biden was the keynote speaker at the Inauguration Arroyo files Council order to “I am nominating a good friend event and spoke about the close friendship with Mayor Walsh – which and a stand-up guy – Marty Walsh has now budded into what looks to be a close working relationship as Walsh heads off to become a member of the new Presidential Cabinet. of Boston,” said Biden on Friday. waive Mayoral Special Election “The son of Irish immigrants, his By Seth Daniel of March 6, which most expect only downside is they’re not from will certainly happen. The Charter Mayo, they’re from Galway. They in his second term a successful this country and unions built the City Councilor Ricardo Arroyo indicates that if there is a vacancy left Galway and moved to Boston. time as mayor of the iconic city middle class. He sees how union has filed a Home Rule Petition in the mayoral seat within 16 Marty was born and raised in of Boston and always puts work- workers have held this country before the City Council to waive months of the last Municipal Dorchester. People who know him ing people first…Marty under- any Special Mayoral Election Election, a Special Election must know he’s tough as nails…He’s stands that the middle-class built (Walsh Pg. 9) that would be triggered if Mayor take place. With the current time- Martin Walsh were confirmed as line in Washington, D.C., in over- the new U.S. Secretary of Labor drive, it is highly likely that Special Who’s Running? More like who isn’t running for mayor and would leave before March 6. Election mandate would be trig- The City Charter indicates that gered. That has been a gift from By Seth Daniel with the shifting political sands running. District 4 Councilor a Special Election would occur nationally and at the state level, it Andrea Campbell also entered the sometime in June if Walsh were (Arroyo Pg. 4) In the wake of Mayor Martin could even mean another Special race last fall, and has shown great to leave before the cutoff date Walsh deciding to join the Biden Election thereafter. momentum lately in gathering Administration in Washington, In Charlestown, the big story is support and raising money. D.C., everyone quickly wondered who isn’t running and that includes Potentially jumping into the STATE OF THE CITY who would be a candidate in any both elected officials qualified to race on Monday was Police Special Election, which would be run – Councilor Lydia Edwards Commissioner Willie Gross, who required if Walsh left office before and State Rep. Dan Ryan. said he is giving deep consider- March 6 – which he is expected Edwards confirmed almost ation to a run. Gross would be an to do. immediately she will not run in a intriguing candidate who has been That said, the proper question Special Election. popular in the neighborhoods and this week wouldn’t be who is run- “I am not running for mayor in would generate lots of law enforce- ning, but rather who isn’t running. no way, shape or form,” she said. ment support. Gross has been rou- Filling Mayor Walsh’s seat “I’m interested in the City staying tinely visible in Charlestown over could likely mean a workout for stable and focused and getting it the past year and would have voters at the polls in 2021. Were through one of the most difficult a lot of support in the Town. there a Special Election in June times ever, which is the pandemic Having grown up in Boston and as required by the City Charter, and a potential economic reces- spent most of his adult life in that would mean there would sion. People need to stay focused the Boston Police Department, he also be a Preliminary Election in and do their jobs now.” has made a recognizable name September and a General Election State Rep. Ryan also said he for himself. However, in the cur- in November. The City could isn’t interested in running either. rent police-community climate, it Photo courtesy City of Boston/Jeremiah Robinson potentially have four mayors in Already in the race are At-Large is uncertain if his support would Mayor Martin Walsh delivers the State of the City address virtually on Councilor Michelle Wu, who one year in some scenarios. Were January 12, from the new Roxbury branch of the Boston Public Library. things to change after November announced last fall that she was (Running Pg. 4) See story on Page 5. PAGE 2 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE January 14, 2021 editorial WE MUST NEVER FORGET THE LEGACY OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.

As we were watching on TV the dramatic events unfold in Washing- ton last week when the Trump Mob stormed the Capitol, threatening the lives of the Vice President, members of Congress, and the police who tried to hold them back (and actually murdering one of the members of the Capitol Police), the image of a gathering 58 years earlier in August, 1963, illuminated our mind’s eye. We are referring to the March on Washington, when more than 250,000 Americans from all across the country gathered at the Lincoln Memorial on a steamy summer day to demand “jobs and freedom,” an event that was climaxed by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s immortal “I Have a Dream” speech. The March on Washington was famous not only for Dr. King’s iconic words, but also because the unprecedented mass gathering of Americans was completely peaceful. Pundits and others had predicted rioting, but Guest Op-Ed there were no arrests, no incidents, no violence -- a stark contrast to the events of last Wednesday perpetrated by Trump’s Mob. The March on Washington and Dr. King’s subsequent peaceful pro- Important legislation for Boston at the State House tests galvanized support for the goals of “jobs and freedom,” eventually By Councilor Lydia Edwards clear the records of thousands of I worked in the Office of Housing resulting in laws such as the Voting Rights Act and the Civil Rights Act residents that are having a hard Stability in the City of Boston. that ended segregation in the South and discrimination in the North. With everything happening in time finding housing because of This new law will give tenants and things that happened when they We would note that even the best efforts of a revered figure such as Dr. the world I want to thank my state- nonprofits the opportunity to pur- house colleagues for taking action were children and had no control chase apartments when buildings King could not stem the tide of violent rioting that marked the 1960s, on some amazing housing legisla- over. I want to thank the Chelsea go on sale. This will help preserve most notably Watts in 1965, Detroit in 1967, and Chicago in 1968. tion last week that I introduced, Collaborative for their leadership long-term affordability and pre- Yet Dr. King’s legacy of peaceful protest is what endures today. led, and worked on. I was excited in advocating for minors’ eviction vent massive displacement. For those of us old enough to remember the 1960s, it’s hard to believe to work with them and a broad records to be sealed. I’m very grateful to all of my coalition of advocates on these In addition to eviction sealing, that it has been almost 53 years since Dr. King was assassinated while statehouse colleagues for working laws that will protect residents and the legislature passed a home rule hard to make these victories a he was standing on a balcony in a motel room in Memphis. Dr. King petition to update Boston’s linkage move us closer to housing justice. reality. I’m also grateful for the was in Memphis to show his solidarity with striking city trash collection I initially filed the HOMES Act policy. I first filed a home rule peti- partnership of Mayor Walsh, the with Senator Joe Boncore and tion to update the policy in March workers. Department of Neighborhood Representative Mike Moran to seal of 2019. With approval from Every school child for the past generation knows well the story of Dr. Development, and the BPDA in eviction records in certain cases. I the state house, Boston will now Martin Luther King. But an elementary school textbook cannot truly am thrilled to have partnered with have much greater control over its advocating for these causes. We convey the extent to which he brought about real change in our country. them and the Massachusetts Law development dollars. This update know there is more to be done, but these new tools along with local To anyone under the age of 50, Dr. King is just another historical figure. Reform Institute on this legislation. will generate millions of dollars victories like the new fair housing But for those of us who can recall the 1960s, a time when racial segre- The version approved by the State that will go to the Neighborhood House last week will give residents Housing amendment I proposed will go a gation was lawful throughout half of our country and a stealthy racism across the state a second chance Trust that I sit on and will help long way to providing everyone prevailed throughout the other half, Martin Luther King stands out as at finding stable housing after the house Boston residents. in Boston and Massachusetts with one of the great leaders in American history, a man whose stirring words pandemic. Residents with “no-fault Finally, the statehouse approved the right to housing. and perseverance to his cause changed forever the historical trajectory of evictions” will now be able to seal Tenant Opportunity to Purchase. Lydia Edwards is a Boston City those records. No fault evictions I’ve been advocating for this since Councilor. race relations in America, a subject that some historians refer to as the are very common, but can have Original Sin of the American experience. lasting impact on people’s ability However, as much as things have changed for the better in the past 53 to find housing. Examples of no years in terms of racial equality in our society, the events of last Wednes- fault evictions include landlords day also made it clear that we still have a long way to go before it can evicting tenants to raise rent or to turn a building into condos. The be said, as Dr. King put it in his speech at the Lincoln Memorial in 1963: law will also allow tenants who “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation have satisfied their judgement or c harlesTown where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the con- worked issues out with their land- tent of their character.” lord to petition the court to seal PATRIOT-BRIDGE the record and “ban the box” on “What would Dr. Martin Luther King do if he were alive today?” we eviction records. This means that The Charlestown Patriot-Bridge, often ask ourselves. We can’t say for sure, but we do know that although once sealed, prior eviction records King accomplished much in his lifetime, he would be the first to under- don’t have to be disclosed Phone: 617.241.8500 © 2008 Independent Newspaper Group. stand that the work for which he gave his life still is far from done. on any future applications for Email: [email protected] • Web Site: www.charlestownbridge.com housing. Dr. King advocated for non-violent protest and he practiced what he The law will also prevent minors Newsstand Price: Free / Subscription price: $75 annually preached. That’s a lesson that must be re-learned by each succeeding from being named as defendants President - Stephen Quigley - [email protected] generation. We can only hope that his spirit and courage can continue on eviction cases and expunge any Marketing Director - Debra DiGregorio - [email protected] to inspire this and future generations to bring about a world in which all current records that people were Reporter - Seth Daniel - [email protected] persons are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect. named on as minors. This will January 14, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 3

Letters to the Editor

OPPORTUNITY member not to vote in favor of from many homeless people about Why can’t Boston just get the public spaces. Simply put: The city TO PROMOTE closing the Mattahunt Elementary the difficulty and often the impos- bathrooms it already has open can and should collaborate with School. She was also the lone mem- sibility of finding an open public longer hours and/or put up some the Skating Club and the Greater EQUITY AND ber not to vote to close the West bathroom on the Common and at porta potties and supervise them? Boston Convention Bureau so they ACCOUNTABILITY Roxbury Education Complex in Copley Square. I have also heard For about $1500 a month five can extend their hours and hire To the Editor, 2018. Less than two weeks after about the horrible indignities they porta-potties and a hand sani- the staff needed to maintain and Statement on Mayoral her second abstention of her four- suffer when they can’t find a bath- tation station can be rented and supervise these bathrooms. Or Transition and Overwhelming year term, Mayor Marty Walsh room, indignities which no human installed with weekly maintenance install some porta-potties which Public Support for Elected School announced that he would replace should have to suffer. I cannot included. San Francisco has 24 can be supervised and used in a Committee Robinson with Quoc Tran, a state ignore this and I beg you not to supervised San Francisco Pit Stop safe and clean manner. This is The Boston Coalition for official and civil rights lawyer. ignore it. stations, most of which are open not impossible given the combined Education Equity (BCEE) believes These are just a few examples This lack of accessible, safe, 24/7. Why does Boston continue resources of the city, the Skating the appointment of Marty Walsh of how a mayorally appointed clean bathrooms continues to be to ignore the problem? If there Club and the Greater Boston as Labor Secretary presents a school committee is responsive a serious public health problem is a big event, like the Boston Business and Convention Bureau. timely opportunity to promote directly to the mayor, and through which affects us all: homeless peo- Marathon, there’s no problem A workable solution must be equity and accountability to the the mayor to the power elite of ple who sleep outside as well as the having porta-potties at Copley. found and implemented as soon as Boston Public Schools through the the city, rather than to the stu- many residents and tourists who But now with everything shut possible to have bathrooms on the restoration of an elected School dents, families, and educators it enjoy these beautiful parks. Many because of the virus and with the Common and at Copley Square Committee. We call on the City is intended to represent. BCEE homeless people formerly used the need for public bathrooms greater 24/7. All people should be able to Council and on Council President finds the School Committee’s per- bathrooms at the Copley Library, than ever, the city of Boston has take care of a basic body function Kim Janey, who will take over formance particularly galling in now closed since last March. its head in the sand and ignores and keep their dignity. as acting mayor, to start the pro- a system made up of more than Hotels won’t let non-guests use the the problem. Maria Termini cess by affirming their support 80% students of color, reinforcing facilities. Burger King on Tremont Bathrooms are a necessity in for an elected School Committee structural racism. Street won’t even let customers use and beginning public discussions Returning to an elected school their bathrooms. Currently there on the board’s new formulation. committee is a necessary and criti- is no place for them to go since so Let’s Boston is the only municipality in cal action Boston must take toward many places are closed because of Make the Commonwealth without an do you have dismantling this undemocratic and the virus. elected school committee; recent racist power structure. A majority We do not need to re-invent 2021 a events have proven that this gov- of Boston City Councilors sup- the wheel. I think there are some Better ernance structure has failed and port electing at least some of the simple solutions. There already Year! must be immediately reformed. School Committee members, as are some great bathrooms on the A recent poll conducted by Poll seen in BCEE’s 2019 City Council Common: at The Frog Pond and Progressive indicated that 60% of Candidate Questionnaire. (https:// at the Visitors Information Center. eligible voters would support the 2021 www.bosedequity.org/city-coun- However, the City of Boston vision2020 for your business reinstatement of an elected school cil-questionnaire-responses). The doesn’t manage them. The Frog board, with just 14% expressing Coalition will be releasing a new Pond bathrooms are managed by opposition (the remaining respon- questionnaire later this year for the Skating Club of Boston and Your Year dents had no opinion or were neu- the 2021 election cycle. are open currently from 10 to 4 tral). The voters cited the appoint- In the recent Poll Progressive Saturday through Thursday and Your Cost ed board’s lack of responsiveness 1 poll, support for an elected school from 10 to 5 on Fridays. I think the Option JOIN THE INDEPENDENT to the parents and students whose committee was consistent across Frog Pond bathrooms could stay 2021 AD CAMPAIGN interests it is supposed to repre- demographic groups, including open all night. Or even at the least sent. In recent years the school 52 WEEKS age, gender, education level, and they could be open the hours that Business Card Size Jan. — Dec. 2021 committee has made several deci- racial identity. For a full break- the Common is open to the pubic sions that went against the wish- 3.37” by 2” high ONE FULL YEAR of advertising down of the poll results, visit Poll – which are 6 AM to 11:30 PM. $ es of BPS families, including the Progressive’s website at https:// The Visitors Information Center for only 2,021 expropriation of the McCormack www.pollprogressive.com/. on the Common next to Tremont 2 per paper Middle School’s athletic fields, the The Boston Coalition for Street also has great bathrooms. It Option THE REVERE JOURNAL | THE EVERETT INDEPENDENT closure of both the Mattahunt Education Equity is a is managed by the Greater Boston THE WINTHROP TRANSCRIPT | THE LYNN JOURNAL Elementary and the West Roxbury collaborationamong civil rights, Convention and Visitors Bureau, 26 WEEKS THE EAST BOSTON TIMES | THE CHELSEA RECORD Educational Complex, and insti- THE BOSTON SUN | THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT BRIDGE education, and community but sadly their bathrooms are now 2col x 3 in. BEACON HILL TIMES | NORTH END REGIONAL REVIEW tuting drastic changes in start organizations from across closed until further notice. They JAMAICA PLAIN GAZETTE | MISSION HILL GAZETTE times at schools throughout BPS Boston that are committed to had to furlough some employees 3.37” by 3” high Choose from any 3 Options for an insightful (this decision was later rescind- dismantling education inequity. as a result of the pandemic. COLOR ed after unprecedented levels of year of news, sports, and social gatherings I am sure that if the Skating 2 ADS/MONTH from your Hometown Newspaper pushback). Club and the Greater Boston 50 In 2019, the Boston Herald Convention and Visitors Bureau 2 Payments of $1,010 First due Jan. 31, 2020 analyzed a year’s worth of School BATHROOMS had more funding they could be 3 Option Second due June 31, 2020 Committee votes and found that able to be open longer hours. The VERY NEEDED We accept all major Credit Cards the committee approved all 111 IN PUBLIC PARKS extra staffing needed to supervise action items put before them, with With options to change Publications on each run To the Editor, and maintain these bathrooms just four abstentions and no votes We cannot deny that bath- could be quickly hired. I believe against. Then-Chairman Michael rooms are necessary for a basic money can be found in the city’s Loconto refused to comment on human need. This need for bath- budget and also raised from local 1 AD/MONTH the body’s voting record and told rooms in public space is denied businesses. a Herald reporter not to reach out 2col x 5 in. DON’T WAIT! now more than ever. I am not Other cities have responded to to other committee members. In 3.37” by 5” high Call your Ad Rep at alone in this concern. I am a vol- the bathroom crisis. Cambridge 2016, School Committee member unteer with Common Cathedral has public bathrooms in Harvard COLOR Regina Robinson was the only and Common Art. I have heard Square and in Central Square.

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By Seth Daniel left a remarkable impact, and his States Senate, I will step down Her staff did not immediately legacy will show that dedication. as Mayor, and City Council return a message this week to con- Council President Kim Janey Should Mayor Walsh be con- President Kim Janey will become firm if that were the case. appears to be about ready to make firmed by the Senate, I am ready Acting Mayor,” he said. “I have Janey won election as the history in becoming Acting Mayor to take the reins and lead our city spoken with Councilor Janey. I District 7 Councilor when the seat of the city – thus also becoming through these difficult times. I am confident that the operations opened up as long-time Councilor the first African American mayor look forward to working with the of City government, including Tito Jackson ran against Walsh or Boston. Walsh administration and my col- our COVID response, will con- for Mayor in the 2017 General Janey said in a statement she leagues on the Council to ensure a tinue smoothly. And I want you Election. After serving one, two- would be ready to take the reins smooth transition, as we address to know, the work we have done year term, she was elected to the if Mayor Walsh were confirmed. the unprecedented challenges fac- together for the past seven years Council President position in “I want to start by congratulat- ing our city.” has prepared Boston to build back January 2020. ing Mayor Walsh on his nomina- In his State of the City Address stronger than ever.” Her late father, Cliff Janey, was tion for U.S. Secretary of Labor,” on Tuesday night, Walsh expressed Sources on the City Council said a noted educator and taught at the Council President Kim Janey she said. “His deep love for the confidence in Janey’s ability to if Janey were to become Acting Bancroft School in the South End would become Acting Mayor if City, and his dedication to work- lead the City through the COVID- Mayor, she would also remain from 1974-77 in the turbulent Mayor Walsh were to be con- ing people and good jobs, have 19 pandemic and other challenges. Council President and District 7 busing era. firmed as the next U.S. Labor “If confirmed by the United Councilor at the same time. Secretary.

Arroyo (from pg. 1) Heaven to many considering a press the vote of minority commu- The order was on the Council climb to become reality. and State Sen. Nick Collins (South run in the Special Election, partic- nities in Boston. Agenda for Jan. 13, and the results With so many on the Council Boston), are seriously considering ularly for those already in office, “Holding an unnecessary and of that came after newspaper anticipating a Special Election run, a run. The likelihood of them as they could run without hav- redundant Special Election for deadlines. it would be a difficult task to ing to give up their existing seats the position of Mayor of Boston Councilor Lydia Edwards get it out of the Council in the voting against their best interests, in state or City government. For would endanger the health of said the matter would go to her first place. Were it to pass the said those close to the issue, would already announced mayoral can- Boston residents during a deadly Committee, and she would act Council, it would have to go to be unlikely. didates Michelle Wu and Andrea pandemic, exacerbate an already quickly. the State Legislature as a Home Campbell, the Special Election uncertain financial future for the Edwards said she wouldn’t Rule Petition to be approved by The Special Election date would plays well for them in that they City, and contribute to existing comment on anything that she the full body. depend on when, or if, Walsh is have a significant head start on inequities often seen in special hasn’t read or will be before her That would also be a large confirmed by the U.S. Senate and campaigning and fundraising. elections that contribute to the Committee, but she does plan to task, as many in the Boston dele- leaves his mayoral seat. Most esti- However, Arroyo said he disenfranchisement of immigrant, have a hearing sooner rather than gation, including State Rep. Aaron believes a Special Election would low-income, disabled, Black, and later on the matter. Michlewitz (North End), State mate the date of a Special Election be too dangerous and could sup- Latinx communities,” he said. Such a call has a steep hill to Rep. Jon Santiago (South End) would figure to be in June.

Running (from pg. 1) spread to other neighborhoods. consequential race in the city of in the State House. ering a run for mayor. Flaherty – who represents Jamaica Plain, “It’s an honor for people to Boston,” Santiago told Boston 25 Prior to that, he also worked ran against the late Mayor Tom Mission Hill, and the South End – think of you in that capacity when news. “And we are in a crisis of the front lines during the surges Menino in 2009, and said he isn’t had been rumored to be lining up you’re Police Commissioner,” epic proportions that has ravaged of COVID-19 at BMC and also ruling out another run this year. support in her part of the City, but he said on Monday afternoon. the economy and the public health at the South Boston Convention “I can say on the record that I on Friday she told the newspaper “There’s a lot of anti-police senti- system. And I think the opportuni- Center’s Field Hospital. am weighing all of my options,” it wasn’t true. ment. We know why. We’re work- ty to lead the city through this end His interest draws into ques- he said. “There are a lot of factors She is not running. ing on reform. It’s such an honor of this crisis is incredibly appeal- tion the reported interest of North to consider, including who enters “I am focused on state-level to be thought of in that capacity. ing. And I also think that my expe- End/South End State Rep. Aaron the race and whether we have a policy and implementation as a I can’t give you an answer 100 rience in government, medicine Michlewitz – chair of the powerful Special Election or not. Our City percent. Out of respect, I’m going and the military really lends itself Ways & Means Committee and a needs a Mayor and leaders in lever for tackling the big chal- to give this deep consideration. towards that.” potential Speaker of the House in each elected position that are fully lenges facing us--from coronavirus If there’s one thing that is true, Santiago is a shooting star type the future. Michlewitz was said by committed to both bringing our response, to racial and econom- I would never be as presumptu- of candidate in that he has suc- sources close to him on Thursday City through this pandemic and ic justice, to climate change, to ous to throw my hat in the ring ceeded in so many arenas, includ- evening that he was interested in continuing the work of making economic growth,” she said. “I when the mayor just made his ing politics. Just starting his sec- making a run for mayor in a Boston a better, more resilient and haven’t been making calls about announcement…I will talk to my ond term as a state representative Special Election. equitable place for all its resi- running for mayor and I’m not family, the mayor and my friends whose territory includes the South However, some sources dents.” planning to run for mayor. I con- about this. You can’t decide this in End, Lower Roxbury, and parts have indicated that Michlewitz Meanwhile, others on the gratulate Marty Walsh on this three days.” of the Back Bay and Beacon Hill, wouldn’t run if Santiago were to Council, and some others in the exciting new chapter, and I’m Another candidate that told the he is also a captain in the Army run. With Santiago seemingly very Boston state delegation, are at overjoyed that the City of Boston newspaper he is seriously weigh- National Guard and returned interested, some say that counts first-glance considered potential will get Kim Janey--who’s been my ing his options is South End State from a deployment to the Middle Michlewitz, who is positioned candidates. sister in service since before either Rep. Jon Santiago. East in mid-December. Also an very well at the State House, out. Some names floated around off one of us was in elective office--as “I am weighing my options,” Emergency Room doctor at Michlewitz didn’t respond to the bat are Council President Kim he told the newspaper on Sunday. Boston Medical Center, he chron- the newspaper on Wednesday after Janey, South Boston State Sen. its next mayor.” On Monday, he also told tele- icled on social media his walk confirming his potential interest Nick Collins, Councilor Annissa Any Special Election would vision news stations that, as an through a blizzard in December late last week. Essaibi George, Beacon Hill/Back mean candidates could run with- Emergency Room doctor, leading one day after returning from his An experienced mayoral candi- Bay State Rep. Jay Livingstone, out consequence of losing their the City through the pandemic is deployment to get the COVID-19 date is at-Large Councilor Michael and former Dorchester State Sen. Council or Legislative seats, which appealing. vaccine. Through his deployment, Flaherty, who told the newspa- Linda Forry. prompts what is expected to be a “This election will be the most he said he had never missed a vote per Wednesday he is also consid- State Sen. Sonia Chang Diaz large field for any Special Election.

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By Lauren Bennett Boston has already issued its station in Roxbury, the renovation first Green Bonds, which will fund of Boston City Hall plaza, and Mayor Martin Walsh delivered projects related to energy efficien- many others. what was probably his final State cy, and Community Choice elec- “I believe in Boston,” Walsh of the City address virtually on tricity will become a reality next said. “This is the city that wel- January 12 from the new Rox- month. comed my immigrant parents. This bury branch of the Boston Public Walsh also spoke about racial is the city that picked me up when Library. equality in the city. “The urgency I needed a second chance. This Last week, President-elect Joe of our work has never been more is the city where I fought side by Biden nominated Walsh for Labor clear,” he said. “Last summer, side with you for marriage equal- Secretary, and on Tuesday night, George Floyd’s murder sparked a ity, immigrant rights, addiction Walsh told Bostonians that he has long-overdue reckoning with rac- treatment, criminal justice reform, accepted the position. The posi- ism. I thank Black Bostonians for education funding, and good mid- tion still needs confirmation from the way you made your voices dle-class jobs.” the United States Senate, but if that heard. And I thank everyone who He said that as part oof the happens, Walsh will step down joined the movement — Black, Photo courtesy City of Boston/Jeremiah Robinson Biden Administration, he “will and City Council President Kim white, Latino, Asian, and indige- Boston Mayor Martin Walsh delivering the State of the City address. work to make sure it’s the best fed- Janey will become acting mayor. nous peoples standing together.” eral partner Boston and America’s “2020 was a tough year. 2021 He said that he has “listened cities ever had.” is a year for healing,” Walsh said ton Marathon for the first time in “We’ve been hit hard by the to those who have been there to He continued, “the truth is, I’m in his speech, which, at times, its history,” Walsh said. COVID recession,” Walsh said. tell their stories and speak their not going to Washington alone. became emotional as he teared up He also spoke of other achieve- “For seven years, we built one of truth,” from Black youth on his I’m bringing Boston with me. This speaking of his life in Boston and ments in 2020, including the cre- the most dynamic and resilient team to leaders, clergy, and activ- city is not just my hometown, it’s his seven years as the city’s mayor. ists. “They described lifelong anx- ation of a Health Inequities Task economies in the world.” my heart.” He mentioned many In his 2020 address, the mayor iety around being pre-judged and Force and the Boston Resiliency He said that jobs can be brought people who have helped and guid- made promises to the city regard- denied opportunities,” Walsh said. Fund, the distribution of more back to every neighborhood as ed him over the years, including ing affordable housing, education, “I heard grief, not just over lives than six million meals to Boston part of economic recovery in the his parents, teachers, priests, the transportation and more, but the lost -- but over children’s futures residents, providing 40,000 lap- city. kids he coached in Little League, COVID-19 pandemic came out of limited.” tops to Boston Public Schools Walsh also provided a special those he met in recovery, his col- left field last March and shifted the Last year, Walsh declared rac- (BPS) students, and the distribu- message to the city’s small business leagues at the State House, and way the Walsh administration had ism a public health crisis, allocated tion of permanent rental vouchers owners. “You are the soul of our other elected officials he current- to think about the city. millions of dollars into youth and to more than 1,000 families at risk economy, and you sacrificed so ly serves alongside, among many “COVID has affected all of us, other programs, and “we enacted for homelessness. much for the safety of our city,” he others. but there’s no doubt, it hit some historic police reforms, with Black “We may be hurting, but the said. “I will never forget it.” “Seven years ago, at my first harder than others. In Black, Lati- state of our city is resilient; the He added that $26 million has ad Brown Bostonians leading the inauguration, I said “I will listen, no, and immigrant communities, state of our city is united; the state been provided to almost 4,000 work,” he said. The city is now in I will learn, I will lead. We are inequities in health, housing, and of our city is hopeful; and the state small businesses so far, and small search of a Chief of Equity to lead sworn in together and we are in work opportunities caused more of our city is deep-down Boston business will be “at the center of the work. this together – all of us.” I meant illness and job loss,” Walsh said. strong,” Walsh said. our recovery,” he said. He said that though he is it. Every minute of every day in “Older Bostonians and those with Looking forward, Walsh said Walsh also said that construc- “proud of the work we’ve done this job, I spent listening to you, disabilities face the highest risk that “there will be more hard deci- tion on new affordable homes will in Boston,” he added that “doing talking with you, working with and the most isolation. Most stu- sions to make,” but everyone must continue, as Boston has “stayed better than before isn’t enough,” dents have been out of classrooms keep playing their part by wear- the national leader in subsidized, and systemic racism needs to be you and working for you. I will since March, and families have ing masks and following all other affordable housing.” addressed on all levels in the city. never forget it, and I will forever struggled with childcare.” guidelines to help stop the spread Boston is also now the first city “No city is better prepared than be grateful.” Walsh honored the 1,060 Bos- of the virus. The city will contin- in the nation with a requirement Boston to meet this moment,” Walsh finished his speech by ton residents who have lost their ue to provide free COVID testing, for Fair Housing in the zoning Walsh said, adding that the city saying that Boston still has “tough lives to the virus, and praised those Walsh said, as well as access to the code. “It’s a powerful tool to pro- has “set a new standard for fiscal days ahead of us. But we’ve been who stepped up to help during the vaccine once it becomes available tect residents from displacement,” management,” and has earned tri- knocked down before, and we crisis, including EMTs, doctors, for more and more people. Walsh said. ple-A bond ratings for seven con- always get back up. In 2021, Bos- nurses, firefighters, police officers, Earlier this week, BPS Walsh also addressed recov- secutive years. ton will rise up again. We will and more. announced a new plan for reopen- ery services, which he said have “We made the right decisions in leave no one behind. And our city “As mayor, I made decisions I ing school safely for hybrid learn- remained in place since March, as the good times, so Boston has the will be stronger than ever.” never thought I’d have to make: to ing, and Walsh said the distribu- well as climate work. He said that strength to move forward now.” The full text and video of close schools; pause construction; tion of food, laptops, clothing, and he “made sure that Boston never He mentioned many new invest- Mayor Walsh’s address can be turn our convention center into a housing supports will be expand- strayer from the Paris agreement— ments, such as historic investments found at: www.boston.gov/news/ field hospital; and cancel the Bos- ed. even when the White House did.” in parks, libraries, a brand new fire state-city-2021.

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Photo by Marianne Salza Photo by Derek Kouyoumjian Mayor Martin Walsh in 2018 pre- A mainstay at the Battle of Bunker Hill Day Parade for nearly every senting Marine Corps Sgt. Lynn year of his tenure, and usually mobbed by fans, Mayor Martin Walsh is Alexis with gifts for Toys for Tots greeted by the Bishop Family in 2019 as the Parade makes its way up at the Warren Tavern during the Bunker Hill Street. Photo by Katy Rogers annual Toys For Tots kick-off. Mayor Martin Walsh celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with the DiDomenico Foundation in 2019, always ready to crack a joke with and about host, Senator Sal DiDomenico.

Photo by Marianne Salza Mayor Walsh speaking with Helen Kane at the Knights of Columbus Police Commissioner William Gross and Mayor Martin Walsh (3rd from Hall last year. At most every left) with Charlestown Mothers Association President Katie Darci and Charlestown event, Mayor Walsh board members Laura Carroll (2nd from left), Marcie Miller, and Becky took time to visit the elderly in the Adamonis during the 2019 CMA Gala. Mayor Walsh was a long-time room. attendee of the event most every year and supported the organization.

Councilors Michael Flaherty, Annissa Essaibi George, Lydia Edwards and Michelle Wu join sponsors Mayor Martin Walsh and State Rep. Dan Ryan for a photo at the Spring Fling in April 2019.

Warren Tavern’s Tom Nolan with Mayor Martin Walsh and Kim Ruff day? Mahoney of the Warren Tavern Angell is prepared The Enchanted Trolley Tour was always a huge favorite for Mayor during the 2019 impromptu annu- Walsh, getting to talk to kids and pal around with Santa Claus. Here, in to help! al Coffee Hour at the Warren 2019, kids joined Mayor Walsh and Santa Claus in pressing the button Tavern, brought inside due to to light the Charlestown tree in Thompson Square. rain.

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By Seth Daniel it has been his mission. Workers throughout the United States will With all signs this week point- have a fighter working on their ing to Mayor Martin Walsh being behalf each day. I am so happy confirmed as the next U.S. Labor for Marty and his family and also Secretary for President-elect Joe happy for our country. He will Biden, many in the Town said they be an integral part of President- would miss the mayor’s leadership elect Joe Biden’s team that will and attention to Charlestown. help our country recover after the Walsh was not the favorite of pandemic.” Mayor Martin Walsh visited with the Town when he first ran, with The Kennedy Center said the Harvard Kent Elementary students his opponent John Connolly pre- mayor has been a champion for in 2019 before the Harvard Kent vailing in Charlestown. However, their work, and pointed to his Leadership Scholarship ceremony. key supporters like State Rep. Dan support via the Boston Resiliency Mayor Walsh always attended Ryan stuck by him and, in time, Fund during the pandemic. the event each year, which was Walsh was welcomed and appre- “Marty Walsh has been a tre- something handed down to him mendous ally in the work of assist- from the late Mayor Tom Menino ciated in most every corner of the before him. neighborhood. ing our vulnerable neighbors in Photo by Keiko Hiromi Rep. Ryan was an early sup- Boston--especially during this pan- Mayor Martin Walsh and AgeStrong Director Emily Shea are shown porter of Mayor Walsh in the con- demic,” said Director Thara Fuller. chatting with Judy Burton and several of the seniors in 2019 at the tentious 2013 Municipal Election, “The Kennedy Center will never Mayor’s St. Patrick’s Day Senior Luncheon at the Warren Tavern. and said the mayor remains a forget how quickly he launched great ally of his and of the neigh- the Boston Resiliency Fund to get borhood. assistance out directly to those in “Mayor Walsh has been a long- need. This allowed us to jump into time ally and friend,” said Rep. serving food to the hungry and Ryan. “I want to congratulate ensuring people could get critical him on being appointed Labor supplies. We are counting on him Photo by Joe Prezioso Secretary in President-elect Biden’s to go to Washington and push for In this epic photo from 2016’s cabinet. We will miss him in an economic recovery where peo- Charlestown Open House – Charlestown and Boston. He has ple of all backgrounds cannot just one of our favorites from the served us well locally and will do survive, but thrive.” Walsh era – resident Elaine the same on a national stage.” Most poignant was, in fact, Donovan discusses the former State Sen. Sal DiDomenico said that of Councilor Lydia Edwards One Charlestown project with they will be losing a friend and a – who often publicly butted heads the mayor, who later agreed to political ally in the neighborhood. and disagreed with the mayor give the project a 90-day pause. “I want to congratulate my during his time here. Donovan later reported there was friend, Mayor Marty Walsh, on his She said she first met Mayor no animosity in the conversation, nomination to Labor Secretary,” Walsh when he was a state repre- but simply a difficult point being said DiDomenico. “Marty has sentative and she was an organizer made, and the mayor listened. been a champion for working for the Domestic Worker Bill of Rights. Later, he hired her to work Photo by Marianne Salza families throughout his lifetime Edward Wellington, Mayor Martin Walsh, Elaine McCarthy, and Boston and has always stayed true to his in the newly created Office of Corporate Counsel (and former State Representative) Gene O’Flaherty roots. He has been a great Mayor Housing Stability. She said one of during Mayor Walsh’s fundraiser in 2019 at the Charlestown Knights of for the residents of Boston and he his greatest attributes is his kind- PLEASE RECYCLE Columbus Hall. Walsh and O’Flaherty were confidants for the entirety will be a fantastic Labor Secretary. ness, and she said she often saw of the Mayor’s tenure in office, with O’Flaherty leaving his state repre- Lifting up working families has (Tenure Pg. 9) sentative seat to join the Walsh Administration. not been a talking point for Marty,

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State Senator Sal DiDomenico (pictured above and center right) was, once again, sworn into the Massachusetts State Senate last week outside the State House. DiDomenico has served the Middlesex and Suffolk District for the past 10 years and this ceremony was a little bit different than what he and his colleagues had experienced in the past. Because of the many COVID-19 precautions, the Senators took the oath of office from Governor Charlie Baker outside in a socially distant event. Senator DiDomenico said that it is special each time he is sworn into office. “It is an honor and privilege serving the residents of Allston, Brighton, Cambridge, Charlestown, Chelsea, Everett and the West End of Boston,” stated DiDomenico. “It is a humbling experience each time I raise my hand and take the oath, and I am extremely grateful to the residents of my district for their trust and confidence. I want to thank my family, staff and friends for their unwavering support, and I am excited to continue working with my colleagues to move our Commonwealth forward.” After the ceremony the Senate met in a remote session and DiDomenico cast his vote for his friend, Senator Karen Spilka to continue as Senate President for this upcoming term. Little League registration Say GOODBYE to 2020 and start the New Year is open for spring/summer

WITH A RATE THAT CAN’T BE BEAT! Registration is now open pitch - learning the fundamentals. for Charlestown Little League. •AAA ball - ages 8-9 - Player Register is online via the League’s pitch - continue to learn funda- website. Max Gomez, of mentals with introduction of play- GET 12 WEEKS OF Charlestown Little League, reports er pitching. ONLY the League is planning for a “nor- •Majors ball - ages 10-12 - con- mal” season with practices and tinue to learn fundamentals with EYES ON YOUR AD $ games at the moment. However skill development for all players. PAGE 1 THE BOSTON S u N If you are looking to get in contact Julywith our 30, staff 2020 southbound on...washington? or any info related to the Boston Sun please call 781-485-0588 or contact us via email. COVID may cause them to have A preliminary schedule is post- check it out on PAGE 7100Email addresses are listed on the editorial page. CHOOSE FROM 4 COMMUNITIES THu RSDAy, July 30, 2020 an adjusted program which will ed on the website and the season TO ADVERTISE IN! be evaluated over the next few will run from late April to the end Published every Thursday serving back bay - souTh end - Fenway - kenmore Time for Mass/Cass 3.0? STAYING COOL ON COMM AVE. months. of June. Don’t miss out on our Professional JuLy 30, 2020 WSANA neighbors BOOK YOUR POST IT The breakdown of the league There is also a volunteer option Service Directory Special! say 2.0 plan is failing Call Your Advertising Rep By Seth Daniel are calling the program a complete he failure. eacon ill imes (781)485-0588 PriorT to COVID-19, many resi - BIn the wake of several unmet h T will include four divisions during registration, and the 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 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 with age groups established League will definitely need coach- on the corridor, but now neighbors Capt. Ciccolo new leader of downtown police district (WSana, Pg. 8)

By Seth Daniel Capt. Robert Ciccolo comes by Little League. es. Anyone interested in coaching BPS looks to hybrid, It’s been hot outside, but staying cool on the Comm Avefrom Mall a islong old Williamline of policeLloyd Garrison,officers who is com- 2-PAPER harlestownmemorated as one of many statues on the Mall. With temperaturesin his family, in but the that90s for didn’t several mean days this week, resi- c dents have flocked outside in the mornings and evenings to enjoy such scenes. PATRIOT-BRIDGE he knew he wanted to be a police in-person model for fall officer too. parents are comfortable sending By Seth Daniel City Council holds hearingIn fact, theon 37-year police veteran saidovertime •Tee-ball: ages 4-5 - learning please register as a coach while 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 $ 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- the basics. you are registering a child. 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. 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He joined the recognizedCOVID-19 Representativeshutdowns while Aaron the vulnerable residents are kept safe (CiCColo Pg. 4) (Fight Pg. 3) tion rate in the North End two two weeks. rate of 91.7 cases per 10,000 Michlewitz for helping to establish during this pandemic,” said New weeks ago the infection rate here On Friday the BPHC released residents, up from 89.2 cases per the North End COVID-19 testing Health CEO James Luisi. has only risen 2.8 percent. its weekly COVID-19 stats by 10,000 residents two week ago. site in the neighborhood. He added, “We’ve opened this According to the latest data neighborhood that tracks infec- The number of confirmed cases Entrance to the testing site is site close to encourage residents released by the Boston Public tion rates and COVID testing from North Bennet Street. No of the North End to come and get Health Commission (BPHC) on results in Boston neighborhoods. (Update Pg. 5) access from Prince Street. tested.” Visit www.northendregional.com Email [email protected] or [email protected] or call 781-485-0588 for your Regional Review information January 14, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 9

Walsh (from pg. 1) SWEARING IN together in crisis…They are literal- for Washington, D.C., though oth- gested alongside Walsh were ly keeping this country going and ers – primarily in the State House Congressman Andy Levin of they deserve a Secretary of Labor – felt it was an absolute given. Michigan, former Deputy Labor who knows how to build their The news first came on Thursday Secretary Seth Harris, California power of workers. He knows that around 1:30 p.m. when Politico. Labor Secretary Julie Su and AFL- when I say our future is built in com broke the official news. CIO Chief Economist Bill Spriggs, America, it will be a future built by However, Councilor Michelle according to the Politico.com American workers.” Wu – who is running for mayor report and other previous media He noted that the Free Labor – enjoyed breaking the news some- reports. Standards Act didn’t say one could what before it became official in Local trade unions immediately only have unions, but said unions issuing a statement shortly after gave their support to Biden picking should be encouraged. Some of the the Politico story. That, of course, Walsh. issues Biden identified for Walsh is something the mayor did for “IBEW Local 103 has seen to work on was a $15 minimum her last fall when he “outed” firsthand that Marty Walsh is a wage, pension protection, worker her mayoral campaign to The champion for all working peo- safety, wage theft, union partic- Boston Globe before she officially ple,” said Business Manager Lou Mayor’s Office Photo by Isabel Leon ipation in trade policy and paid announced it. Antonellis. “We share his values Mayor Martin Walsh swears in Charlestown’s Michael O’Neill to the family leave. In a bit of a sur- “Congratulations to Mayor that every worker deserves access Boston School Committee on Jan. 4 at City Hall. In November, O’Neill prise, Biden said he gave “seri- Marty Walsh on his nomination to great training, great careers, and was elected by the Committee as Vice Chair. ous consideration” to putting Sen. as Labor Secretary for the Biden a chance at the American dream. Bernie Sanders into the position, Administration,” said Wu. “He As an organizer, legislator, and but the two decided it would be will be the first union member Mayor, Marty Walsh has demon- best for Sanders to remain in the to serve in this role in nearly 50 strated his profound commitment Tenure (from pg. 7) Democratically-controlled Senate. years, and his leadership will come to making stronger communities He would be the first union mem- at a critical time for the labor and safer workplaces.” that first-hand working for him good fights, but never questioned ber to serve as Secretary of Labor. movement. There is much work The state AFL-CIO also com- and as a Councilor too. She said each other’s heart or dedication He would need to be confirmed by to do to clean up the backwards, mended the pick, noting they have many may not realize how sensi- to service. I feel like we were just the U.S. Senate anti-worker policies of the Trump worked closely with Walsh and tive he is to the pain of others, and starting to bring the best fights, “This is one of the most import- administration that have hurt so believe he will be a great Secretary that his loyalty is strong. policies and service out of each ant departments to me,” said many here in our city, and Boston of Labor. “What I admire most about other. I feel a little robbed as I had Biden. “I trust Mayor Walsh and I needs a partner to fight for work- “Marty Walsh is a champion him is his ability to humbly admit so many more jokes to say, pranks am honored he accepted.” ing families at the federal level.” of working people and is a perfect his imperfections,” she said. “He is to pull, and laughs to have. I’m Walsh spoke during the press The other announced mayor- pick to lead the Department of an admitted alcoholic who turned conference also, but his most al candidate, District 4 Councilor Labor,” said Massachusetts AFL- his ‘weakness’ on its head and sure D.C. has plenty of good peo- poignant comments came during Andrea Campbell – a former CIO President Steven A. Tolman. showed me and so many others ple. But nowhere will you find a Tuesday’s State of the City Address Council President – also issued a “From my time working side by the strength of recovery. Beyond group as strong, loyal, humorous – where he often got emotional at statement Thursday afternoon. side with Marty Walsh both in the politics I have laughed and and ferocious as Boston. DC can the parts where he spoke about “Congratulations to Mayor the legislature and as the President cried with him. Within the poli- have him for a bit but Marty will AoU-NE_W181590_BWH-MGH-BMC_Diversity Newspaper Ad_3.998w x 5h_Greyscale_WCROP_Print_V2_072320_HF.pdf 1 7/27/20 1:34 PM leaving his hometown and his job Walsh on his nomination as of the Massachusetts AFL-CIO, I tics we have butted heads, fought always be ours.” as mayor, which he has called his Secretary of Labor - a fitting role have seen the unmatched level of “dream job.” for someone who has spent his care and passion he brings to fight- He told the online audience entire career fighting for working ing for working people every day. Tuesday that he had accepted the people in and out of public ser- His service and record as a dedi- job of Labor Secretary and was vice,” she said. “The realities of cated labor leader, legislator, and just waiting for Senate confirma- deep division in our country and Mayor of Boston provides over- tion. city have never been more clear whelming evidence that he will be “In eight days, we’ll have than they have this year - amidst a a terrific Secretary of Labor.” friends and allies in the White pandemic and yesterday’s domes- There haven’t yet been any House who believe in cities and tic attack on our democracy. For announcements as to when con- share our values,” he said, begin- Boston, there’s so much at stake in firmation hearings would begin, ning to choke up. “As a member 2021 as we look to recover from but certainly they would be after of that Administration, I will work this pandemic and reimagine what the Jan. 21 Inauguration Day, to make sure it’s the best federal our city can be without persistent though many believe confirmation C Why have some communities not partner Boston and America’s cit- inequities. I know Mayor Walsh could come quickly with the U.S. ies ever had. The truth is, I’m not will be a partner in that work in Senate soon being controlled byM been a part of medical research? going to Washington alone. I’m this new role.” the Democratic Party. Y You can help researchers develop new and better bringing Boston with me. This city Others that had been sug- treatments that benefit all of us. is not just my hometown, it’s my CM heart. It’s my mother and father at Many groups of people have been left out of NOTICE OF THE KENNEDY CENTER’S MY the kitchen table on Taft Street in research in the past. That means we know less about Dorchester, talking about helping ANNUAL MEETING CY their health. When you join the All of Us Research people…In the end, I carry with Program, you'll help researchers learn more about The John F. Kennedy Family Services Center CMY me the people of Boston, from what makes people sick or keeps them healthy. every neighborhood: every child will hold its annual meeting on K who shared a dream with me; JANUARY 25TH, 2021 FROM 6:30 TO 8:00PM JoinAllofUs.org/NewEngland every senior who shared a memo- via Zoom teleconference. (617) 768-8300 ry; every business owner who wel- The agenda includes annual election of directors of comed me in; every nonprofit or the board as well as other necessary business. community leader I worked with; *All participants will receive $25 after completion of their and everyone watching right now Members of the public are welcome to attend using a visit. To complete the visit, participants must create an account, give consent, agree to share their electronic who cares about their family and phone or computer. A link to the meeting will be sent health records, answer health surveys, and have their the future of this city.” measurements taken (height, weight, blood pressure, etc.), to those who register in advance. and give blood and urine samples, if asked. It wrapped up a surprising few To register or to ask questions about this meeting, days in City politics where many All of Us and the All of Us logo are service marks of the U.S. loyal Walsh supporters felt there contact Thara Fuller - [email protected] Department of Health and Human Services. was no way he was going to leave 617-241-8866 x1312. PAGE 10 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE January 14, 2021 Charlestown Ferry schedule changes take effect January 23 The MBTA is announcing this day Hingham/Hull ferry service service changes for Fiscal Year ferry service effective January 23, later than March 15, 2021, and week that ferry schedule chang- frequency. 2021 (FY21) help match service 2021, aim to align service with the will allocate additional resourc- es will take effect on January These changes are part levels with current and near-term lower ridership levels experienced es to meet ridership demand if 23, as approved by the Fiscal of Forging Ahead, the MBTA’s low ridership demand. during the pandemic. On January feasible. The timing of all service and Management Control Board plan to preserve transit access It was a plan opposed by the 23, 2021, the following changes restoration will also depend on (FMCB) in December 2020. and quality of service available Friends of the Charlestown Navy will occur to ferry service: public health guidance (includ- The changes include the tempo- to transit-critical customers and Yard and Boston HarborNOW – •Direct Charlestown (F4) and ing guidance on the continued rary suspension of all Charlestown were approved last month along as well as some elected officials. Hingham (F1) ferry service will be need for social distancing) and the (F4) service, the temporary sus- with other service adjustments However, with ferry rider- temporarily suspended. timing of the Commonwealth’s pension of direct Hingham (F1) to other modes of travel in the ship approximately 12% of pre- The FMCB will assess service post-vaccination re-opening plan. ferry service, and reduced week- MBTA system. These short-term COVID levels, these changes in needs again on all modes by no

For Record COASTAL FLOOD RESILIENCE ABUTTERS MEETING, 6 MOUNT be done online and via phone. Call (617) *Edwards Middle School – 28 ZONING MEETING VERNON AVE 635-9010 to schedule a phone appoint- Walker St. There will be two public meetings to A second meeting to discuss a proposal ment with a specialist. *Harvard/Kent Elementary – 50 review the draft Coastal Flood Resilience to remove a portion of front roof to cre- •P-EBT Cards - All BPS students will Bunker Hill St. Overlay District zoning article, on ate inset roof terrace. Remove portion of have more P-EBT funds for this school Wednesday, January 13, 2021 from 6 rear roof to construct new shed dormer year. If you received P-EBT funds in the KENNEDY CENTER ANNUAL – 8 p.m., and Friday, January 15, 2021 with roof deck on portion of dormer as past, look for funds to be allocated the MEETING from 10 AM – 12 PM. Please visit shown on the drawings. last week of December. New to P-EBT? The John F. Kennedy Family Services this link for the Friday meeting (http:// When: Thursday, January 14, 6 p.m. You will get a P-EBT card in January Center will hold its annual meeting on www.bostonplans.org/news-calendar/ Where: Virtual Meeting or check your existing EBT card for January 25, 2021 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. calendar/2021/01/15/coastal-flood-re- funds. Learn more at www.MAp-EBT. silience-zoning-overlay-public-mee?mc_ From the Jan. 19 Community org or call the Assistance Line at 877- via Zoom teleconference. cid=4f1a129b46&mc_eid=677d31e68f). Preservation Committee meeting, noon, 382-2363. The agenda includes annual election •Friday, January 15, 2021 from 10 online: •MLK Virtual Celebration – On of directors of the board as well as other a.m. – noon. M •Discussion of FY21 Historic Thursday, Jan. 14, at 7 p.m., all are invit- necessary business. Members of the pub- Preservation and Open Space and ed to attend the 39th Annual Dr. Martin lic are welcome to attend using a phone From the Jan. 12 Zoning Board of Recreation Applications. Luther King, Jr. Celebration featuring or computer. A link to the meeting will Appeals hearing, online: dance, visual art, and music from BPS be sent to those who register in advance. •229-231 Bunker Hill Street Ward 2 HOLIDAY DECORATIONS students. The performances celebrate and To register or to ask questions about this Applicant: Patrick Mahoney Purpose: All wreaths, lighting fixtures, wires, reflect on Dr. King’s words and legacy as meeting, contact Thara Fuller tfuller@ Demolish existing one story restaurant and other related items must be removed we live it today and connect with a pas- kennedycenter.org 617-241-8866 x1312. and erect a new 4 story 3 unit residential from City property no later than February sage from one of the civil rights leader’s building with enclosed garage and roof 2, 2021. Your cooperation is greatly speeches or his overarching themes of •REPORTING WORKPLACE deck. *Private roof deck appreciated. non-violence, justice, hope, community, SAFETY CONCERNS Please contact Eric Prentis and equality. Workers in any size organization have From the Jan. 14 Public Improvement at [email protected], or Rob •Princeton Summer Journalism options if they feel they are being pres- Commission hearing, 10 a.m., online: Lewis [email protected], if you Program – Applications are due sured into an unsafe situation. Attorney •Arlington Avenue; Charlestown have any questions. Monday, Feb. 22. PSJP is a free jour- General Maura Healey has created – Grant of Location – On a petition nalism and college preparatory program by NSTAR Electric Company (d/b/a CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING for high-achieving current juniors from resources for workers to report safety Eversource Energy). Christmas trees will be picked up low-income backgrounds who are inter- concerns during reopening. They include during the first two full weeks of January ested in journalism. Over seven weeks, an online form at the Attorney General’s From the Jan. 14 School Committee on the first recycling day of the week students attend virtual workshops led website and a dedicated Fair Labor Nominating Panel, 4 p.m., online: to be shredded for compost. Place your by professional journalists and Princeton hotline at 617-727-3465. People can also •Review and approve minutes from trees on the curb by 6 a.m., without University professors. After the program, find those resources by calling 311. previous meeting. ornaments or lights. Check your pickup students work with a volunteer college •Discuss application process and dead- schedule: http://boston.gov/trash-day adviser, a professional journalist or pro- •HOW TO REPORT A PROBLEM lines to fill the current School Committee gram alum, to complete their college PROPERTY vacancy due to resignation (term expires SCHOOLS INFO applications. Since taking office in 2014, Mayor 1/3/22). •BPS Priority Registration Begins This •Free Pre-K Spaces Available - There Walsh has made fixing quality of life •Review School Committee applica- Week – Priority registration for school are still spaces available for free, in-per- issues a priority in his administration. tion. year 2021-22 began on Jan. 5 for stu- son, high-quality Pre-K at communi- From investing in Public Works to mak- dents entering grades K0, K1, 6th, 7th ty-based organizations across the city ing sure community policing is a staple BOSTON POLICE CADET VIRTUAL and 9th grades. Priority Registration for for the 2020-21 school year for children in every neighborhood, we are making INFO SESSION those grades ends on Jan. 29. Assignment who are 4 years old as of September sure every neighborhood is clean, safe BPD will host a virtual info session notifications are on March 31. 1, 2020. More information is available and a great place to live and work in. in order for future cadets to learn more Students entering K2 and all other at bostonpublicschools.org/upk. about the Boston Police Cadet position grades have priority registration on Feb. Unfortunately some properties in Boston and experience, the selection process/ 8 and ends on April 5. Assignment noti- •SUPER SITES FOR BPS MEALS need more help than others, and that’s application, and the anticipated hiring fications for those grades is on May 28. Beginning October 26, BPS Super Sites why we are here. If you know of a prop- and timeline. There are informational Zoom ses- open for Mondays through Thursdays, erty that fits one of the following criteria: When: Thursday, January 14, 5:30 - sions about registration on Weds. Jan 20, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. BPS families can pick multiple calls to 911, one that’s blighted 7:30 p.m. 4 p.m.; and Sat., Feb. 27, at 10 a.m. up free breakfasts and lunches. Some or just a general concern, we encourage Where: Virtual meeting BPS Welcome Centers are temporarily locations also provide free toiletries and you to reach out to your neighborhood closed to the public, but registration can free groceries on select days. liaison. January 14, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 11

Schools (from pg. 1) CONSTRUCTION UPDATE dents who have qualified for high ment, BPS, BTU, and the Boston North Washington Street Bridge in-person priority* Public Health Commission will be •Monday, March 1 & Thursday, working collaboratively to take construction look-ahead through Jan. 23 March 4: Students in K0 - Grade 3 key building preparedness steps in Construction Look-Ahead: ping of north abutment, installa- (Group A & B) order to further cultivate trust and January 10 – January 23, 2021 tion and maintenance of silt cur- •Monday, March 15 & codify our commitment to imple- This is a brief overview of con- tain, installation of drilled shafts, Thursday, March 18: Students in menting the same health and safety struction operations and impacts Grades 4 - 8 (Group A & B) and cleaning of demolition site. In protocols currently in place at the for the North Washington Street •Monday, March 29 & addition, sheeting and bracing of 32 schools currently open across Bridge Replacement Project. Thursday, April 1: Students in all school buildings, including: cofferdams will continue. MassDOT will provide additional Grades 9 - 12 (Group A & B) •limiting the number of students WORK HOURS notices as needed for high-impact “The best learning environment and staff in a building at one time •Most work will be done work and changes to traffic con- for our students is in their class- to ensure social distancing, during the daytime (6:00 a.m. – figurations beyond those described rooms, with their peers, under the •instituting creative sched- 6:00 p.m.) below. care of our educators and staff,” Charlestown students, and their uling and staffing, among other WORK THAT HAS BEEN said Supt. Brenda Cassellius. “This parents in the grass-roots Voices approaches on hybrid instruction, VIBRATORY HAMMER COMPLETED of BPS Families, took to City agreement charts the course for the •providing air purifiers into NOISE IMPACTS •Prior to 1/10/21, crews con- Hall Plaza on Tuesday to call •A vibratory hammer is being rest of the school year and estab- classrooms, offices and common tinued to demolish the existing lishes a safe return to in-person for a quicker return to in-per- used to install the five cofferdams areas or highest grade HVAC fil- bridge. The bridge is fully demol- learning for additional students son learning. School leaders and which will be needed to build the ters in schools with HVAC systems ished and work on the cofferdam and staff.” Mayor Walsh unveiled a plan on piers of the new bridge. Installation Monday that would start bringing •increasing air quality testing is 75% complete. The hybrid in-person learning and reporting, of each cofferdam takes about two model remains an opt-in process back kindergartners on March 1. TRAVEL TIPS •Installing data loggers that weeks. for parents and any parent can still Westerly sidewalk, Lovejoy provide daily air quality measures •The project has positioned a choose to keep their students all-re- youngest learners should be in Wharf stairs near Converse are in our schools, combination of hanging sound mote and not return in-person. school now, and getting them back open to the public with the opening •delivering additional personal blankets and temporary barrier to The Charlestown-based Voices starting on March 1 is just too far of the temporary bridge, the adja- protective equipment to schools minimize noise impacts from the of BPS Families said they staged from now. for students and staff, vibratory hammer. These measures cent section of the Harborwalk a protest at City Hall once again “The other thing to consider will be adjusted as needed and passing under the bridge remains on Tuesday, and weren’t totally is these are concrete dates and •offering access to free COVD- all, but it still means seven more 19 testing for teachers on site or appropriate. closed. sold on the plan unveiled one day The Tudor Wharf Walkway before Mayor Martin Walsh’s State weeks of remote learning for nearby their school, •Use of the vibratory hammer (under the bridge next to the of the City Address. Kindergartners,” she said. “March •expanding a pilot program for began on 10/6. Work hours are “I think we’re glad they finally 1 isn’t a long way away, but it is student COVID-19 testing, and during the day (7 a.m. – 3 p.m.) water in Paul Revere Park) will said something, but it’s not spe- still seven weeks away. We think •continuing to report all pos- DESCRIPTION be intermittently closed for safety cific enough,” said parent Corey the timing of this is suspect given itive confirmed cases in schools OF SCHEDULED WORK during construction operations, Zehngebot. “We’ve been down the State of the City Address (this to the school community and the •Installation and curing of south with access provided via the Water that path before…The language week)…The plan seems like it was public. abutment approach haunch, strip- Street underpass. is vague – things like ‘tentative’ rolled out the door for the speech Students recognized as high and ‘pending public health num- on Tuesday.” in-person priority include: High bers.’ That doesn’t provide a lot Haydock said they are also wor- needs/Level 4 students with dis- LEGAL NOTICE of assurance to families that the ried that the change in leadership abilities; English Learners who are Moving Co., Inc. of 8 Bunker house business as provided in will mean further delays as Mayor EL levels 1 and 2; Students who LEGAL NOTICE timeline will transpire as it is laid Charlestown warehouse Hill Industrial Park to be a Chapter 105 of the Massachu- out. Frankly, the students should Walsh potentially leaves. While are in the care of the Department Warehouse Application Legal public warehouse within and setts General Laws. be in school before this timeline they said Council President Kim of Children and Families; Students Notice for the County of Suffolk of 1/14/21, 1/21/21 suggests. The overwhelming evi- Janey has stood up for education, who are experiencing homeless- Notice is hereby given on the Charlestown for the purpose Charlestown dence is that school is safe and they are worried things could get ness; Students with limited or application of Gentle Giant of conducting a General Ware- Gov. Baker’s announcement last lost in the shuffle. interrupted formal education; and week that pool testing is available “We’re worried that having this Students identified by their school’s now. We’re exhausted and parents change in leadership could further Student Support Team (SST) as BUSINESS DIRECTORY all over the city are exhausted.” delay the timeline,” she said. requiring additional in-person Parent Erica Haydock said the Through the system-wide agree- schooling. JOHN J. 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Elite Sales • Rentals • Free Market Analysis Local References 617-241-9664 Certified Buyer Agents Phil - 617-230-3490 617-515-2933 PAGE 12 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE January 14, 2021 HONORING LATE BPD OFFICER GEORGE COLLIER A number of partners – includ- ing the Bunker Hill Associates, the Boston Police Runner’s Club, the City of Boston Credit Union, and the Charlestown Boys & Girls Club – came together over the hol- idays to remember late BPD officer George Collier and help out needy New DIRECTORY of businesses families in the Town. Organized initially by BPD Sgt. Det. Cecil What do you need today? Many merchants and Jones, the fundraiser took legs quick and was able to help many service providers are adapting to the current more than anticipated – all in the name of George Collier. crisis with new shopping options. Check here for Associates President Maureen ways to safely shop from your own home. Collier, the late George Collier’s wife, said Jones’s plan at first was Commissioner Gross, Robert Collier (George’s brother), Maureen to help 52 families with grocery PLACE YOUR AD IN THE DIRECTORY TODAY! Collier, BPD Sgt. Det. Cecil Jones, Associates Secretary Kim Mahoney, gift cards of $250 each. and Charlestown Boys & Girls Club Director Derek Gallagher. GREAT introductory specials! “We doubled that goal and the Deb DiGregorio - [email protected] money was used to help even more gift cards to them for a little help Collier family is so thankful for families who were in need over the getting food for the holidays. Cecil thinking of this and running Sioux Gerow [email protected] holidays,” said Collier. “We thank “It kept the giving spirit going with it and helping so many peo- Commissioner Gross for coming in Charlestown,” said Collier. ple. It really goes to show what over and we look forward to doing “Especially during this pandemic, community policing is all about in this again next year.” it was a great tribute and honor to this city.” Presentations were made last George and I know he was looking Collier said they have plans to month, and were all done confi- down on all of this and smiling. continue the tribute every year dentially through the Boys & Girls It was wonderful to be able to during the holidays in memory of Club. The Club identified families help so many families…Really, the George Collier. in need and was able to get the $160/month or save 10% and prepay $1728/year. Bunker Hill Redevelopment makes agenda for Jan. 14 meeting 12 month lease, get your spot now! By Seth Daniel replacement units. physically-distanced, yet engaging For more information email Joanie Walls: The community has been split on and interesting programs led to near- [email protected] After more than six years of dis- advancing the project to the Board, ly every event reaching its allowed or call directly at (617) 936-2119 cussion in the neighborhood, the with a final IAG meeting held on capacity based on COVID-19 health Bunker Hill Redevelopment project Tuesday night at the same time as guidelines,” read the memo. “As has finally made the agenda of the Mayor Walsh’s State of the City a result, The Anchor continued to PORTSIDE TRUCK & AUTO REPAIR Boston Planning and Redevelopment speech. add fitness programs, self-instructed Agency’s (BPDA) Board and at least Many in the community, and who arts/crafts and similar programs that nine votes will be taken on Thursday live in the development, have said its both helped meet the public demand PUBLIC WELCOME to approve the $1.46 billion Master time to move forward and work out but also continued to have a positive MA Inspection Station #4498 Project site and allow the first phase the details in the extended reviews economic impact on some of the of the project to go forward. of the other phases. Meanwhile, most vulnerable types of businesses Open Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m The Redevelopment consists of strong voices in the community have and entertainers.” demolishing 42 buildings on the also said the proposal has too many The terms of the license include 617-242-5782 site and 1,110 public housing units unanswered questions and needs a base monthly fee of $2,000 and 100 TERMINAL ST. over a period of eight to 10 years, much more review. 15 percent of the previous month’s and replacing it with a brand new One piece before the BPDA Board receipts. CHARLESTOWN mixed-income development cre- on Thursday is the approval of an •CONSTRUCTION COVID Urban Renewal Zoning tool called a ated by Leggat McCall, Corcoran TESTING ‘U-Subdistrict.’ That tool will allow Companies and the Boston Housing The BPDA Board will also review far more flexibility in zoning and, Authority (BHA). They plan to on Thursday a proposal to use the potentially, more community input replace 1,010 of the public housing Bunker Hill Community College in establishing the zoning for the units on site and add 1,689 market parking lot #1 to set up a COVID-19 subdistrict – which is defined as testing site for construction workers. rate units to the mix in 15 new the site of the development. That buildings – also including amenities U-Subdistrict tool also allows the The centralized facility would like ground floor retail and a new zoning for the project to change over serve as the location for workers at community center. time as the phases continue, and also sites around the City to come and stmarystcatherine.org 617-242-4664 In all of its long life on the plan- supersedes City zoning ordinances. be tested for the virus. The testing is 46 Winthrop St. Charlestown, 02129 ning stages, it has never appeared •THE ANCHOR UP FOR made available in partnership with before the BPDA Board. RENEWAL Partners in Health, Harbor Health The Recommendations to the The Anthem Group, which oper- Services and the Greater Boston Board are to approve the matters ates The Anchor venue in the Navy Building Trades, and was announced before them. Yard, will be up for an activation on Dec. 22. It is sponsored by John Flynn Insurance Agency, Inc The developers have said with the license renewal at the BPDA Board Moriarty and Sons. Proudly Serving Charlestown for over 30 years! approvals, they believe they can start on Thursday. The Anchor has had •JENNY’S PIZZA Phase 1 in the summer. That would great successes throughout the pan- The Jenny’s Pizza parking lot Looking for a quote? include the demolition of six existing demic running outdoor activities license on Medford Street with the BOOK A TIME THAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU: BHA buildings, and replacing it with and notable displays for Halloween BPDA has apparently lapsed, and calendly.com/flynninsurance two new buildings, Building F and and the Winter holidays/Christmas. the Board will look to enter into a M. Building F would sit behind the The BPDA is recommending the new agreement with the popular Kennedy Center and Building M Board approve the license to start on pizza shop to renew the license. The Justin W. Flynn, CISR, AAI would be on the corner of Medford March 1 and with the same terms as 800 sq. ft. lot is owned by the BPDA 92 Main Street, Charlestown [email protected] Street and Tufts. Together, they the previous agreement. The license and has room for two cars to park. 617-242-1200 Ext. 101 www.flynnins.com would have 358 mixed-income units would run through Jan. 1, 2022. The license fee will be $231 a month – with 158 of them being BHA “The combination of responsible, until 2023.