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One lonely tree turned into a History making neighborhood Following Walsh’s departure, attraction Janey sworn in as acting mayor

By Seth Daniel By Lauren Bennett ny, which was attended by Janey’s friends and family, while Chief Just a few months ago, Brian In a ceremony at City Hall on Justice Kimberly Budd adminis- Bennett and Jim Soltis got a knock Wednesday afternoon, Kim Janey tered the oath of office. An invo- at the door to their Bunker Hill was sworn in as the first Black cation was delivered by Reverend Street home. person and first woman to lead the Willie Bodrick II, Senior Pastor at In front of their home lies a City of Boston, a day after Mayor the Twelflth Baptist Church. once sad and lonely tree pit that Marty Walsh left for Washington “It is a great day, another histo- over the last 15 years has become D.C. following his confirmation as ry making day in an unprecedent- a community attraction – decorat- US Labor Secretary. ed week in the City of Boston,” ed for each seasons and the hottest Congresswoman Ayanna (Swearing In Pg. 16) spot going to watch the Battle of Pressley presided over the ceremo- Bunker Hill Parade each year. But on that day, it was a woman from the neighborhood who simply wanted to thank them Day 1 for their blockbuster Christmas display, which this year because of COVID-19 extended to the foyer Acting Mayor Janey makes first of their building and included trees and every sort of Christmas public appearance in Charlestown and winter decoration they could By Seth Daniel and the acting mayor’s experi- squeeze into the small space on ences in Charlestown as a youth Brian Bennett and Jim the sidewalk. In her first public appearance bused into the neighborhood from Soltis took responsibili- “She asked if she could come as the leader of the City of Boston, Roxbury/South End. into the foyer and I let her in and ty for their little corner of Bunker Hill Street 15 Acting Mayor Kim Janey returned Edwards Principal Laryssa she handed me a ‘Thank You’ to the school she attended in Doherty said she was contacted note,” said Bennett. “She said she years ago and made the tree pit behind them a Charlestown as an 11-year-old by Janey’s staff on Monday about simply wanted to stop by and during the tumultuous busing era wanting to make the Eddie’s her thank us for the decorations. Her seasonal staple of the neighborhood. The Fall of the 1970s – a visit that prompt- first visit, and they were more than eyes teared up and she said it had décor (above) that was ed an unplanned discussion with up during a recent sea- students on school desegregation (Day 1. Pg. 4) (Attraction Pg. 8) son in the tree pit.

If Wynn can do it, maybe Charlestown can, too

By Seth Daniel vative – though very expensive and removal of mature trees has – way to bring a forest to the certainly taken up a lot of oxygen Nothing has been more contro- Encore Boston Harbor site virtual- in the past few weeks,” he said. versial lately regarding the Bunker ly overnight. Now, State Rep. Dan “Trees and landscaping is definite- Hill Development than the status Ryan would like to start a discus- ly an issue that needs some atten- of trees on the site and the inclu- sion about how those methods tion moving forward. There are sion and saving of mature trees in on a smaller scale could be used creative solutions that should be the development. to solve some of the controversy explored as we continue to build Yet, not even a half-mile away, around trees. one developer utilized an inno- “The discussion on tree canopy (Trees Pg. 6)

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The Charlestown Neighborhood Council will hold a public meeting on Tuesday April 6 at 7pm. The agenda includes a presentation by the BPDA on developments in Charlestown. More information on meeting attendance, in-person and remote access, will appear next week. Please send questions via email Acting Mayor Kim Janey made her first stop as the leader of the City in to [email protected]. Charlestown on Tuesday, visiting the Edwards Middle School in the morn- ing. It served as her kick-off to the new job, and it was also the school she attended as an 11-year-old during the tumultuous busing era. PAGE 2 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE March 25, 2021 editorial VIOLENCE AGAINST THE AAPI COMMUNITY MUST END

Prejudice, discrimination, and violence against members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community has existed ever since immigrants from China began to arrive in America in the 1850s. The first anti-immigration law in our nation’s history, the Chinese Exclusion Act, specifically targeted Chinese immigrants in 1882 and was still the law of the land until 1943. The wrongful detention of Japanese-Americans in camps during WWII has become well-known to every high school student of American history. Locally, our newspapers through the years have reported on numerous incidents of hate in the Boston area, ranging from the graffiti and vandal- ism that plagued a popular Japanese restaurant in Winthrop Centre in the 1980s to the arson fires in Revere in the 1980s that culminated with the blaze in December, 1990, that drove more than 150 persons, mostly from the Revere Cambodian community, from their homes. The tragic shooting late last week in Atlanta by 21 year-old Robert Aaron Long that targeted Asian-American employees in massage par- lors is just the latest example of the growing trend of violence against Asian-Americans that was encouraged by the rhetoric of certain public figures who fed the flames of racial animosity with terms such as the “China virus” and “the kung-flu” to describe the COVID-19 pandemic. The targeting of members of the AAPI community must stop. Hope- Guest Op-Ed fully, with a new administration that has rejected the divisive rhetoric of the past and a renewed determination by law enforcement to prosecute every incident of racially-motivated violence, our society can put an end Do your children make you curse? to this virus of hate. Dr. Glenn Mollette my temper. And I said words that breaking point and it’s never pret- are not appropriate. And I’m sin- ty when it happens. Most of the Kirk Dewayne Franklin is an cerely sorry to all of you. I sincere- time it’s the people who we love THE ATLANTA SHOOTINGS: American choir director, gospel ly apologize,” Franklin said. the most and do the most for who musician, singer, songwriter, and Good Morning America, The have a way of flipping our switch. A CONFLUENCE FOR A author. He is best known for lead- Washington Post and various We often can take a lot from ing urban contemporary gospel other national media sources have strangers and casual acquaintanc- PERFECT STORM choirs such as The Family, God’s reported this story which is a sad es because we really don’t care Property, and One Nation Crew. personal family drama. For many that much what they think or even In addition to the obvious targeting of Asian-Americans in the tragic He is a beloved and influential fig- years this tension has been a diffi- what they say. However, when shootings in Atlanta, there were two other factors that created a perfect ure in the gospel music world. cult rift for this very famous fam- it’s a child who you have invest- Instagram exploded recently ily. It’s unfortunate that the adult ed your entire life into stomps on storm for this sort of tragedy to take place. with an audio of the famed gos- son chose to play it out on social your heart then emotion and pas- The first was the easy and immediate access for the purchase of a pel singer Franklin berating his media which has now become sion have a way of taking over. As high-capacity weapon by the 21 year-old perpetrator of the shootings, 32-year-old son. The son posted national news. Franklin proves, words may be Many families have struggles said that are later regretted. who was able to buy the gun on Tuesday morning and kill six people that the audio of the verbal exchange between he and his father. The and no one is perfect, including It’s unfortunate that even the afternoon. audio was a profanity laced call Kirk Franklin. He proves once best of people have feelings and The idea of a waiting period -- also known as a cooling-off period that included his father the elder again that most people have a (OP-ED Pg. 3) -- between the purchase of a gun and the delivery into the hands of the Franklin threatening to break his son’s neck. buyer has been shown to be an effective measure in saving lives. Accord- According to the elder Frank- ing to a recent study, states with mandatory waiting periods — regardless lin there has been a 14-year rift of their length — had an average of 17 percent fewer murders and 10 between he and his son. Many percent fewer suicides by guns. counseling sessions and the fam- ily’s attempts at trying to resolve The second factor was the influence of the young man’s church upon the conflict have apparently c harlesTown his mind from an early age. This is by no means an excuse for his mur- remained unsuccessful. For many PATRIOT-BRIDGE derous spree, but it is to say that he clearly had been brainwashed by the years according to reports his son has avoided family dinners, The Charlestown Patriot-Bridge, extreme and confusing messages from his evangelical church about sex holidays and other gatherings. Phone: 617.241.8500 © 2008 Independent Newspaper Group. that led him to believe that he had an unnatural sex addiction that he National television and various could quell only by taking extreme measures. media outlets reported Franklin Email: [email protected] • Web Site: www.charlestownbridge.com When there are tragedies such as the shootings in Atlanta, we all want saying, “Recently, my son and I Newsstand Price: Free / Subscription price: $75 annually had an argument that he chose to easy answers. But in reality, the truth of what drives persons to commit record. I felt extremely disrespect- President - Stephen Quigley - [email protected] such heinous acts are not always easily understood, even by the perpetra- ed in that conversation, and I lost Marketing Director - Debra DiGregorio - [email protected] Reporter - Seth Daniel - [email protected] tors themselves. March 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 3 Letters to the Editor CLERGY VIEWPOINT I WILL BRING I hope you and your families From the Charlestown Clergy Association are staying safe and well during BOSTON WITH ME this uncertain time. There are bet- To the people of Boston, ter days ahead, and I have no Some new normal Today, the United States Senate doubt you will continue to show By Very Reverend James Ronan, VF – Pastor, St. Mary-St. Catherine of Siena Parish voted to confirm me as the next the world what it means to be As Charlestown blossoms liter- the teachings, the very lifestyle each person a new normal. This Secretary of Labor. I am deeply Boston Strong. ally and figuratively into this early and person of the carpenter from normal is so very much richer, honored to serve my country in Sincerely, springtime, everyone is hoping we Nazareth captured the minds and more profound, and transforma- this way at such a critical moment Marty Walsh in our history. are moving back to something we hearts of the people. Something tive than the normal of earlier Before I depart, I want to used to call normal. Yet I think all new had arrived. days. say thank you to the City and the of us have heard people say we While Christians remember I have never met anyone who people who helped make me the I AM GRATEFUL will never get back to normal and that day from long ago, the rela- is not searching in some way, at person I am today. I have spent Dear Neighbors, we do not really know what the tionship to which all are invited some level. There is, I believe, a my entire life in Boston. It’s the I want to thank you for electing new is going to be. Nonetheless, in the present moment is entirely universal restlessness among all City that welcomed my immigrant me to the Ward 2 Democratic in this beautiful season, a new nor- new. Relationships are like that. If humankind and it has been height- parents, and it’s the City that gave Committee for the past 17 years mal is being lifted up to us. they are authentic, they are never ened during this tragic, unimag- me a chance to follow my dreams. and it is with regret that I write Ironically, it is new while at static; they are alive and invite inably painful year. On the one When I became Mayor in 2014, to you regarding my resignation the same time being ancient. This us into ever-growing depth. The hand, we could feel we are restless I said I would listen, I would from the Committee in order to weekend Christians celebrate Palm promise God makes to human to return to everything that used learn, and I would lead together serve as a member of the Boston Sunday, that moment 2000 years kind is a new covenant, a new way to be. I would suggest that is not with you. That is what we did, Election Commission. Whether ago when the Jewish community of being in relationship with God. enough. However, what is enough every moment of my time in this your support was in the form in Jerusalem recognized in Jesus It is new in that it is defined not and is being proclaimed at the office. Our City’s success is due of your vote, attending a cau- the long hoped for fulfillment of by commandments, regulations, beginning of this most holy week to all of you who advocated for cus or convention or participating the ancient promise. They greeted and various practices. Rather it is is the invitation into an ever-deep- a better, more inclusive future for in candidates’ nights and voter him in the valley ascending to the defined in terms of an authentic, er relationship with our God. the city we all love. This spirit registration drives, I am grateful. great city, hacking palm branch- intimate, relationship of love. Wherever we find ourselves on of collaboration, compassion, and Our ward committee has created es from nearby trees and laying Christianity is about a relation- the continuum of restlessness, the community has been especially friendships, fostered dialogue and them on the dusty road tread by ship -- it is not about a series of invitation for men and women clear during the ongoing COVID- is a group committed to advancing a donkey carrying the Messiah. do’s and don’ts. The Creator God of faith in this holy season that 19 pandemic. Our City has come Democratic and community prin- Everything about this Jesus, the freely offers the relationship. It is includes Ramadan, Passover, and together in extraordinary ways to ciples in an earnest and thoughtful itinerant prophet, was new. No not of our making. It is a gift just Easter, invites all to a new normal look out for one another. My heart manner. Though my new role will one had ever spoken about God as our very life is a gift. The invi- ever ancient and ever new. There is filled with pride. not allow for me to serve in this the way He spoke. The message tation to renew the relationship in is a good reason as to why this is I want you to know: Wherever elected position, I remain com- and the actions, the healings and the springtime of 2021 offers to called a season of hope. I go, I will bring Boston with me. 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happy to accommodate her. for my students. They had some “Acting Mayor Janey’s staff great questions.” called and asked if she could stop Janey’s family lived in Roxbury by in the morning and kick-off and the South End when she was her mayoral debut at the Edwards a child, and during busing she was Middle School,” said Doherty. brought to Charlestown to attend “Of course we were happy to the Edwards Middle. have her and easily accommodat- Janey’s father, Cliff – known ed her schedule. She spent about as CJ, died just over a year ago one hour here and went to all the and was a very influential educa- classrooms. She introduced herself tor in Boston during the busing to students and told her story and era. After earning his doctorate in her history with the Edwards. In education at Boston University, he fact, a history class was study- taught at the innovative Bancroft ing school desegregation and she School in the South End – which was very gracious to provide some was an alternative public school input on her experiences in Boston open from 1969 to 1981. Later he in the 1970s and her time coming went on to national prominence to the Edwards. It was very poi- as the superintendent of schools gnant and was a great opportunity in Rochester, NY, Washington,

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Mayor Martin J. Walsh MayorActing Martin Mayor J. Kim Walsh Janey #BOSCanHelp#BOSCanHelpBOS:311 BOS:311 March 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 5 Walsh gives final farewell after Senate confirmation; Kim Janey becomes Acting Mayor

By Lauren Bennett ures “for other people to criticize.” lutely the beginning of a new era of Marty Walsh our mayor and my Walsh said that “there’s definite- female leadership in Boston.” friend during his time in office. Mayor Martin Walsh gave his ly a feeling of work undone,” but In a statement, mayoral candi- His leadership has been marked final press conference as mayor of “I think that your work is never date John Barros, who worked as by a commitment to public ser- Boston on March 22, and headed done.” He said he would like to Walsh’s Chief of Economic Devel- vice, an empowerment of working off to Washington, D.C on Tues- have built the Long Island Bridge, opment for the past seven years, people and for those in recovery day morning to begin his new role “but we’re not giving up on that said, “Marty Walsh is the right across the City of Boston and the as US Secretary of Labor. one.” person at the right time to serve as Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Senate voted 68 to 29 Walsh also said that he was United States Secretary of Labor. Throughout a global pandemic, to confirm Walsh’s position late hoping to have the investigation on As millions of Americans struggle he’s guided our city with a steady Monday afternoon, after which he Dennis White, who was appointed delivered his heartfelt final farewell police commissioner after William to recover from the devastating hand, navigating immense chal- to Bostonians. Gross’ retirement but was found to impacts of the pandemic, we now lenges I look forward to working Walsh reflected on his past seven have domestic assault allegations have a Secretary we can trust to with him in the years ahead as years as Boston’s mayor, saying against him, completed before advocate for the needs of working he begins the work of advocating that “there is no other elected or leaving, but that did not happen. families across the nation.” for working families nationwide appointed position where you are Mayor Martin Walsh waves good- He said that he is grateful that Jon Santiago said in a state- alongside President Biden and Vice so closely in touch with the people bye after his final press conference the investigation is “thorough” ment, “I have been proud to call President Harris.” you serve. It’s truly where democ- as mayor of Boston on March 22. and he’s been in touch with Act- racy lies.” ing Mayor Janey about moving He said he has frequently been forward, adding that he is “confi- Don’t miss our annual the city come together to help each in touch with Acting Mayor Kim dent” that the investigation will be other. Janey over the past two months, finished “within the next couple of “As I told the team this morning, and said that “together the coun- weeks.” Guide the journey doesn’t stop. The work cil president and myself and our Walsh said “I’m proud of the Summer in the City of the city keeps going. Tomorrow teams have worked diligently to accomplishments that my adminis- featuring Safe Summer Camps & Great Safe Activities! morning, when there will be a new ensure a smooth transition.” tration has done in the city, because mayor in City Hall, the work needs Janey tweeted on Monday eve- it’s not my accomplishments, it’s to continue to move forward. The ning, “Congratulations on your the people I work with’s accom- work will continue to be hard. confirmation, Secretary Walsh. plishments and that’s honestly how But I’m confident that our public You are a proud son of Dorchester I feel.” who will bring our city with you to servants, our business communi- He continued, “This has been the @USDOL. The working peo- ty, and our residents will continue a very very bittersweet last eight ple of America will benefit greatly to rise up to the occasion,” Walsh weeks. I have been very emotional from your passion. Now, we look said. “Boston, Massachusetts is the in my office because I love the peo- ahead to a new day—a new chap- greatest city in the world.” ple I work with. They’re amazing. I ter—in Boston’s history.” Walsh said he wanted to “thank love being mayor of the city I grew Janey made history by becom- every person who held a sign for up in. I’m honored to have been ing the first Black person and first me, made a phone call for me, put called by President Biden to serve Get ready a bumper sticker on their car for ! woman to lead the city. in his cabinet. “I am proud of what we’ve me, that fought for me, that advo- And I think, honestly, now been able to do together over the cated for me; I want to thank all of thinking about it, I think I just try for last seven years in moving the city you.” He also thanked those who to get every single last second out Summer forward,” Walsh said at the press “criticized” him, adding “that of being mayor of the City of Bos- conference. During his term, Walsh might have been criticism you were ton…..then I can start focusing on giving, but what it was for me is 2021 said that almost 140,000 new jobs the new gig.” have been created in the city, Bos- ‘we have to do better.’” Several elected officials and RUNNING APRIL 15 ton is “number one in the nation He also gave advice to the can- mayoral candidates have issued Beacon Hill | Back Bay | Fenway | Kenmore for building affordable housing,” didates running for mayor in the statements on the mayoral tran- major crime has been reduced, the November election. sition, including City Councilor South End | North End | Charlestown graduation rate in Boston Public “Enjoy the race,” he said. Andrea Campbell, John Barros, Schools has increased nine points, “Have fun. Talk to everybody.” and State Rep. Jon Santiago. and a “new system to end home- However, “I will not be playing “Congratulations to our new ston a role in the mayor’s race,” Walsh o lessness was created.” Secretary of Labor, Marty Walsh. The b Sun The Beacon hill TimeS T B h T He added, “We tackle racial said. “It is not right for me to play I look forward to working with justice. We changed Boston’s repu- a role in the mayor’s race, number Mayor Walsh in his new role to tation. We still have work to do.” one, and number two, the candi- center working people as we build dates that are running…I know T h e N o r T h e N d c harlestown Walsh said he will be the “first a strong, equitable recovery from r e g i o N a l r e v i e w PATRIOT-BRIDGE to admit” that more work needs to them all personally. One worked this pandemic and for the future be done, but he is confident that it for me, one grew up on my street, of the City of Boston,” Andrea will continue. one’s a legislator, we served in the Campbell said in a statement. Also during Walsh’s adminis- same body, I served with council- “There’s so much I’ve been proud Make sure YOUR programs are inlcuded! tration, investments were made in ors as well, so it’s no place for me to work with Mayor Walsh on to Text listings are only $80 — Great Deals on FULL COLOR Ads new parks, libraries, community to be involved.” address longstanding inequities in centers, fire stations, streets, side- Walsh also said he will not Boston, including establishing the 1/6 Page Color 1/4 Page Color 1/2 Page Color walks, bike lanes, and more, he endorse any mayoral candidate. Youth Development Fund, passing said. Walsh said that he doesn’t the Community Preservation Act, “We did all of this while man- “know if I can put a signature and most recently committing our $600 $900 $1,200 aging our city finances responsi- achievement” on his time in office, City to historic policing reforms. bly…” Walsh said. Over his seven but “I’m really happy with our I wish him the absolute best as he TH years as mayor, the city had an accomplishments in housing. We embarks on this new chapter. DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 9 AAA bond rating each year. inherited a housing crisis in our “It’s with excitement and joy Deb DiGregorio Sioux He also said that “battling a city. I’m really happy with 2300 that I also congratulate our Coun- global pandemic” was “not what formerly homeless people living in cil President, now Acting-May- [email protected] Gerow anyone expected,” but ”in some a home today.” or Kim Janey. This is a historic 781-485-0588 x 101 [email protected] ways, it was a blessing” and helped He said he would leave his fail- moment for our City, and abso- PAGE 6 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE March 25, 2021

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE LOCAL STUDENTS EARN ACADEMIC HONORS North Washington Street Bridge construction look-ahead through April 3 PISTORINO OF overlooking the thriving city This is a brief overview of con- moving, and maintaining silt cur- Demolition of all existing piers (as of Worcester, Massachusetts. A struction operations and impacts tains in the water of 3/7) CHARLESTOWN proud community of explorers for the North Washington Street RECOGNIZED and collaborators, we prepare Bridge Replacement Project. WORK HOURS TRAVEL TIPS FOR ACADEMIC our students not just for college, MassDOT will provide additional •Most work will be done The Westerly sidewalk, Lovejoy but for life; through an expansive notices as needed for high-impact during the daytime (6:00 a.m. – Wharf stairs, near Converse are EXCELLENCE curriculum that balances prob- work and changes to traffic con- 6:00 p.m.) open to the public with the opening Worcester Academy proudly lem-solving with communication figurations beyond those described of the temporary bridge, the adja- announces its Honor Roll and skills, independence with connec- below. WORK THAT HAS BEEN cent section of the Harborwalk Headmaster’s List for Semester 1 tion, and hard work with fun COMPLETED passing under the bridge remains of the 2020-2021 School Year. and creativity. Our students bene- DESCRIPTION •Prior to 3/21/21, completed closed. The honors represent the achieve- fit from an experiential education OF SCHEDULED WORK work includes: The Tudor Wharf Walkway ments that each of the Worcester that expands their perspectives, •Building the piers: *Concrete pours: Footing pads (under the bridge next to the Academy students has earned builds their character, and deep- *Pier 2: sealing and dewatering for Piers 4 and 5 and Pier column water in Paul Revere Park) will through academic excellence, ens their understanding through cofferdam. for Pier 4. be intermittently closed for safety challenge, and personal growth. community engagement and real- *Pier 3: prepare wood form- *Installation of all cofferdams during construction operations, Among the students is Jessica world application--enabling them work to pour concrete footing. (1 – 5). with access provided via the Water Pistorino of Charlestown, Class of to “Achieve the Honorable” (the *Pier 4: ongoing concrete pours *Drilled shaft installation in all Street underpass. 2023, Headmaster’s List. Academy motto) with their class- for V arms (the tops of the piers). cofferdams. For more information and proj- ABOUT WORCESTER mates and peers; in the Worcester *Pier 5 (closest to Charlestown): *Drilled shaft installation for ect background, visit the project ACADEMY community; and throughout their concrete pours for pier column, pier 1. website. Worcester Academy is an lives. followed by V arms. Installing, *North and south abutment. acclaimed independent school

Trees (from pg. 1) ADRENALINE quality housing for our neigh- like to open a conversation with RUSH! bors. I’m open to finding ways the developers about using some You’ll also get career training and funding sources to ensure a of the same techniques at Bunker and money for college. If you’re mature tree canopy where it is Hill. ready for the excitement, join realistically feasible.” Addie Grady, of Leggat McCall, the Army National Guard today. Ryan said he had learned about said they are willing to entertain Encore’s extensive efforts to start any idea of the sort and look into 1-800-GO-GUARD • www.1-800-GO-GUARD.com their resort with a mature tree can- it more fully. opy full of evergreens, oaks and “Replacing public housing any number of other species on units and environmental justice day one. To do that cost anywhere go hand in hand, and this project from $15 to $20 million, but it will achieve this as an exemplary was an effective way to introduce model for sustainability in hous- mature trees to the landscape, ing development,” she said in a nonetheless. statement. “The trees and public Virtual Community Workshop Encore spent more than a year, open spaces will continue to be and millions of dollars, scouring an integral part of the project’s the landscape near Buffalo, NY, to success as we continue to take a land mature evergreens to plant in disciplined, sustainable approach front of, and around, their build- driven by science and under the PLAN: Charlestown Workshop ing. They also hopped all over the advisement of experienced and landscape in New Jersey to find a trained professionals to both pre- Wednesday, April 7 Zoom Link: bit.ly/3tlKqRj unique 45-foot-tall Red Oak that serve and plant as many trees as 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864 is a focal point to their Oak Plaza possible. We welcome all ideas, Meeting ID: 160 620 9885 in the casino’s landscape plan. however, factors such utilities and It weighed 19,000 pounds and stormwater management as well Event Description was transported to Encore and as public safety and handicapped Join your neighbors on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 from 6:00 to 7:30PM for a follow-up workshop re-planted successfully, according accessibility will continue to be on future land-use priorities and needs in Charlestown as part of the ongoing PLAN: to Patrick Chadwick – director of mandated considerations as part Charlestown neighborhood planning initiative. The PLAN: Charlestown team will share horticulture and floral for Encore of the planning process as we community feedback collected at previous workshops. A mapping tool will allow members of the community to weigh in on specific needs and priorities of distinct subareas of the – in a 2019 Everett Independent move through a phase by phase neighborhood. The presentation, instructions, and an online mapping tool will be online and news article. tree assessment. We look forward open for feedback for two weeks following the workshop through April 21st, 2021. Ryan said approaching the to continuing our work with Turn- Bunker Hill landscape with the it-Around on this issue and other same gusto and expense may planning issues as they have been Contact: not be possible at all, as it is a instrumental youth voices on our Jason Ruggiero mixed-income residential devel- Community Center planning com- Boston Planning & Development Agency opment and not a resort casino mittee and during public meetings One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02201 property. However, he said he’d addressing building design.” 617.918.4383 | [email protected]

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By Elliott Fabrizio, MCC Walsh’s life holds great meaning for me and everyone around us,” USS Constitution named one said Seaman Katrina Mastrolia. of their 24-pound long guns “It gives me hope and determina- “Perfectus,” honoring the Navy’s tion to face the boundaries that I first female chief petty officer have in my life today.” on Sunday, March 21 during a The event was part of the Facebook Live presentation. USS Constitution’s observance of Loretta Perfectus Walsh enlist- Women’s History Month. ed in the Navy on March 17, 1917 Early Navy Sailors frequently as part of the Naval Reserve Act named the guns they served on, of 1916 and was sworn in as the and while there are no available Navy’s first Chief Petty Officer on records for the original names March 21, 1917. of Old Ironsides’ guns, some of “Loretta Perfectus Walsh has her current guns have been given made it possible for all women names based on records from her to serve in the military,” said sister ships: USS Chesapeake and Command Senior Chief Angela USS United States. Collins. “I get to be here because of the women who have gone These names include Brother before me, and I get the honor to Jonathan, True Blue, Yankee serve with amazing women every Protection, Putnam, Raging Eagle, single day.” Viper, General Warren, Mad “To the women of the past: Anthony, America, Washington, Thank you for breaking down Liberty for Ever, Defiance, Liberty those barriers, and saying I will do or Death. John Benda, USS Constitution’s 76th Commanding Officer, with other members of the crew around the new it,” Collins added. USS Constitution’s modern ‘Perfectus’ canon. Four of USS Constitution’s armament are replicas produced female crew members gave a pre- in the 1920s, and the newly- chris- sentation on the historic signifi- tened “Perfectus” is one of only cance of Walsh’s service. two guns directly named by the “To talk about Loretta Perfectus modern crew. dvertising Online A is Available Showcase Your Business, Open House, or More with an online AD SIZE ad! Clients and Customers in pixels are just a click away! W: 160px — $30000 per month per site — H: 600px THE INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPERS —————— reverejournal.com •winthroptranscript.com Loretta Perfectus Walsh. lynnjournal.com • everettindependent.com eastietimes.com • chelsearecord.com please send charlestownbridge.com • beaconhilltimes.com in “png” The City of Boston reminds you: northendregionalreview.com • thebostonsun.com The legal drinking age is 21. jamaicaplaingazette.com • missionhillgazette.com format Combo Rates available! Buy any 3 sites, get 4th FREE Thanks for not providing Call the office to get started! alcohol to teens. 781-485-0588 Proudly sponsored by The Patrón Spirits Company. WWW.DONTSERVETEENS.GOV PAGE 8 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE March 25, 2021

Attraction (from pg. 1) Lawsuit against Exam School admissions been such an awful year for all Street in 2005, they said, and going on for 15 years, and so of us. She said she had wondered found an area that was nowhere by now you have kids in this process slows down family notifications if Christmas would even come. near as polished as it is now. neighborhood that have grown By Seth Daniel lawsuit regarding this year’s Exam She said she just had needed to Outside was the tree pit, hosting up seeing it and appreciating School admissions process, the see the decorations, the trees and the same little tree that was nearly it. It’s become their own thing. As if the Exam School admis- judge stated his goal is to provide the lights. It had brought hope to dead and clearly abused. The pre-school down the street sions process could be any more a decision on the case by April her. We think what we’re doing “It was desolate and there were comes up and takes pictures in confusing, now parents waiting 15, 2021,” wrote Supt. Cassellius. is so small, but you never know broken bottles around it and trash front of it with the kids. We even for notification of acceptance, or “This lawsuit directs our time- what an impact you have on and dog mess,” said Soltis. have tourists now because of the not, will have to wait about a line for informing families about people’s lives. I’ll never forget that “We had a neighbor who went Monument that come by and stop month or more longer than usual. Exam School admissions. We will moment.” out and planted some flowers to take photos. You can find it all A parent advocacy group called move forward as soon as possi- Added Soltis, “I think we felt around it and it didn’t look bad,” over Facebook.” the Boston Parent Coalition for ble. We will also share any impact like everybody else. We wanted to said Bennett. “We put a box And of course, Soltis and Academic Excellence Corp. filed the case has on the admissions have something that felt normal around it and then some more Bennett enjoy planning it out and a lawsuit this month on behalf of timeline directly with families and and uplifted everyone. It’s good to flowers. It started with just a few putting up the décor as well. It’s several parents claiming discrim- on our website. Updates will be let people know that hope didn’t flowers and then with all the kids a fun way to catch up with, or ination against Asian American available every two weeks…” stop.” at the development across the meet, other neighbors. Everyone and white students under the That setback could complicate And neither do the decorations street, we did some Halloween takes ownership of it and it’s also revised process created last fall enrollments for families in K-8 – especially during the pandemic, stuff and the kids loved it and so a rallying point on a block that due to COVID-19. That process schools who have 6th graders. To keep their spot in those schools when everyone seems to be tak- we moved on to Christmas.” right now is a little tunnel-like. went forward using zip codes, student population data and grade were they not to get into the exam ing stock in the little things like In the first year, there was Soltis – who owns the point average/MCAS test results to school could be complicated by an elaborately decorated tree pit the usual disbelief that no one dog-walking service Paws & determine admission to the three the longer timeline to hear about much more so than before. destroyed it. But aside from a Claws of Charlestown – said he selective schools, which include admissions to the exam schools. Bennett and Soltis just removed few minor incidents, people in can see the idea of what they did Boston Latin School, Boston Latin According to the Dorchester has spread up Bunker Hill Street their winter decorations this the area have adopted rather than Academy and O’Bryant High Reporter, the parent group is month, and are in the process of destroyed the little landmark. to other corners, as well as to School. The entrance this year is made up of 14 families, with 10 getting their little tree pit seasonal “No one believed it that peo- other parts of the Town. for students in 6th grade going of them from West Roxbury. They staple up for the spring. They ple were leaving it alone and not “I walk all around Town and into 7th, and for those in 8th do maintain a Facebook page decorate on a set schedule now, bothering all the things we were see what people are doing and grade going into 9th. The typical under the same name. going from Christmas to Spring putting up,” said Bennett. “We people are really taking more timeline has students and families Fighting back against the suit to Bunker Hill Day to July 4th to had a couple minor incidents and pride and joy in their areas,” he notified of acceptance by mid- are a coalition of organizations, Fall to Halloween and then back stuff, but for the most part peo- said. “There’s not a lot of space March. including the Greater Boston to winter. In the basement, they ple here have come to adopt it here, so you do what you can However, in a letter to par- Latino Network, the NAACP have tubs full of different décor in as their own…You’ll see people with every little area.” ents late last week, Supt. Brenda Boston Branch and the Asian their basement that rotates from leave their own little decorations So it is, after 15 years of bright- Cassellius said the process would American Resource Workshop. year to year and season to season – like extra flags or snowmen or ening up a little tree pit outside be delayed because of the lawsuit. They are being represented by – providing a little patch of fun on a Halloween treat. It’s become a their home, the effort during the “On Tuesday, March 16, in attorneys from Lawyers for Civil what was once a sad spot. sacred part of the community.” pandemic didn’t let up, and in fact a court hearing for the ongoing Rights Boston and the Greater They moved to Bunker Hill Said Soltis, “This has been might have gotten bigger. Boston Legal Services. CHARLESTOWN WORKING THEATER SUNDAY APRIL 4 442 BUNKER HILL STREET 9:00 AND 10:15

FACEBOOK LIVE AT 10:15AM FOR THOSE UNABLE TO GATHER IN-PERSON. AS AN ACT OF LOVE FOR NEIGHBOR, PLEASE GO TO OUR WEBSITE TO REGISTER TO ATTEND. WWW.CHRISTCHURCHCHARLESTOWN.COM (617) 580-2912 OR [email protected] March 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 9 Charlestown’s weekly COVID positive test rate increases

By John Lynds

Both Charlestown’s cumula- tive COVID-19 positive test rate and weekly positive test rate both Join us to celebrate increased last week according to the latest data released on Friday Onlinethe services hope at www.stjohns02129.orgof new life! by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC). According to the BPHC report, Palm Sunday — March 28, 10am of the 14,097 Charlestown resi- Maundy Thursday — April 1, 6pm dents tested for the virus since the pandemic began and 8.5 percent Good Friday — April 2, 7pm were found to be positive by last Friday. This was a 2.4 percent- Easter Vigil — Saturday, April 3, 7pm age increase from the 8.3 percent Easter Sunday — April 4, 11am reported by the BPHC two Fridays ago. Last week 948 residents were Saint John’s Episcopal Church tested and 4.2 percent were pos- 27 Devens Street - Charlestown itive. This was a 16.6 percent (617) 242-1272 increase from the 3.6 percent that tested positive two Fridays ago. [email protected] Citywide, ​​​​27,067 residents were tested and 3.6 percent were COVID positive--this was a 5.5 decrease from the 3.6 percent posi- 27 Devens Street 617-242-1272 tive test rate reported by the BPHC two weeks ago. In his last press briefing Friday Holy Week before heading to Washington DC to serve as U.S. Secretary of Labor, former Mayor Martin Walsh said & Easter ICU occupancy has continued To visitors to our Parish, to those to go down and the case num- WELCOME! bers have stayed below the city’s who have recently moved into the area and to those thresholds of concern for about a On Friday the BPHC released its weekly COVID-19 stats by neighbor- comfortable and nourished here – Welcome To All. month now. hood that tracks infection rates and COVID testing results in Boston And, regardless of your status in the Church, your neighborhoods. “We are ready to move for- marital state, your ethnicity, your prior religious ward in our reopening,” he said. experience, your personal history, background or Acting Mayor Kim Janey will now ty plan to the City’s Licensing sexual orientation, please know that you are take over the reigns and oversee Board.” The infection rate in accepted and respected at Saint Mary – Saint Boston’s reopening process. On March 22, the State will Charlestown and surrounding Catherine of Siena Parish. Please introduce yourself On Monday the state moved expand gathering limits for event neighborhoods increased 3.7 per- to the priest and register as a member of our Parish. to Phase 4 Step 1 of the statewide venues and public settings to 100 cent in one week according to the reopening plan. This means that people indoors and 150 people latest city statistics. more activities and industries will outdoors. The City of Boston will The BPHC data released last be allowed to be open, and capac- also increase gathering limits for Friday showed Charlestown’s ity limits for event venues and event venues and public settings, infection went from 582 cases per public settings will be expanded. but they will not be as high as the 10,000 residents to 603.6 cases Boston, we will move into a State’s limits. Boston will allow per 10,000 residents. modified Phase 4 Step 1, consis- March 27 – Saturday: 4PM up to 60 people indoors and 100 An additional 42 residents tent with the cautious approach became infected with the virus last people outdoors. March 28 – Sunday: 8AM/ 10:30AM the city has taken throughout the week bringing the total to 1,172 Under the State’s guidance, out- (Live-Streamed); 6PM pandemic. confirmed cases in the neighbor- door gathering limits at private Starting on March 22, the State hood. residences will remain at a max- will allow indoor and outdoor The statistics released by stadiums, arenas, and ballparks imum of 25 people, and limits the BPHC as part of its week- April 1, 2, and 3 – for indoor house gatherings will to open with a strict 12 percent ly COVID19 report breaks down Open 8-10AM for private prayer. capacity limit in place, after they remain at 10 people. The same the number of cases and infection submit a plan to the Department goes for the City of Boston. rates in each neighborhood. It also April 1 – Holy Thursday: 7:30PM of Public Health. The City of Live musical performances breaks down the number of cases April 2 – Stations of the Cross 3PM will be allowed at restaurants in Boston will align with this step. by age, gender and race. April 2 – Good Friday: 7:30PM “But, moving forward, we will Boston. This includes all live enter- Citywide positive cases of coro- only allow these venues to go tainment except singing. Singing is navirus increased 2 percent per- April 3 – Easter Vigil: 7:30PM above 12 percent capacity if the still not allowed indoors because cent last week and went from April 4 – Easter Sunday: 8AM/ of the risk of spreading respiratory State allows it and if Boston’s pos- 61,025 cases to 62,294 confirmed 10:30AM (Live-Streamed); 12:30PM itivity rate stays under 2.75 per- droplets. cases in a week. Sixteen additional cent, for two consecutive weeks, All of this information will be Boston residents died from the Registration required for Easter Sunday Masses as calculated by the City,” said posted in detail at Boston.gov/ virus last week and there are now only, by Tuesday, March 30. Walsh. “We are also requiring coronavirus. 1,329 total deaths in the city from these venues to submit their safe- COVID. For more information, to register, please visit our website www.stmarystcatherine.org, TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL 781-485-0588 or call the Parish Center at 617-242-4664

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COUNCIL AT-LARGE RACE Kelly Bates launches Boston Ruthzee Louijeune launches Boston City Council At-Large campaign Council At-Large campaign

Staff Report Massachusetts, which trains Staff Report to expand homeownership and supports women running opportunities in the city for Hyde Park resident Kelly for political office. “I truly Ruthzee Louijeune, an first-generation homebuyers, Bates, a mom, problem-solv- believe that when women suc- attorney and advocate, this particularly Black and Brown er, crisis management leader, ceed, Boston succeeds,” she week launched her campaign residents. She has also been lawyer and a champion for said. for Boston City Council. volunteering with the Guild women and girls, will launch Bates has also been a long- “Today, I am announc- Works in Dorchester, deliv- her campaign for Boston time advocate for Boston’s ing my candidacy for Boston ering food and supplies to City Council At-Large on young people. Bates brought City Council At-Large,” said Boston residents quarantining Monday. together residents throughout Ruthzee Louijeune. “I have with COVID-19 or struggling Since filing with the Office the city, and fought to save the experience and convic- with food insecurity. of Political Finance (OCPF), Kelly Bates Boston’s neighborhood librar- tion needed to lead this city Ruthzee Louijeune “Ruthzee will be a great the Bates Campaign has ies from closures and devas- forward. We must do more addition to the Boston City raised $53,000 from 182 tating cuts. She also serves on to care for our residents, our Council. Ruthzee’s background donors, with an average donation of $291. the board of directors of her son’s school, children, and our businesses, and we must of advocacy will make her a solid deci- Bates, who has led a number of local Fenway High, supporting students, parents, do so with urgency. As an attorney and sion maker and City Councilor for the and national non-profit organizations over and educators during remote learning, “By advocate, I’ve focused on issues and cam- people. Ruthzee will be a leader who the past 25 years, is the daughter of a Black bringing people together, we can build a paigns that center working people and matches great negotiation skills needed mother and an Irish father, who married in more equitable Boston.” Black and Latinx communities. I’m running for systems change with great constituent 1963 before interracial marriage was safe Bates released a video and a campaign for all of us, and this campaign will need services, and that is what I look for in or widely accepted. Bates said, “I grew up website, batesforboston.com. A transcript all of us, together, to create an equitable my City Councilor,” said Marie St. Fleur, in two worlds that were so similar yet so of the video follows: Boston. We can achieve this vision: a city Former State Representative. Fleur spent different. I saw pain, but also beauty, in Every day, I think about my parents. I’m where all feel welcome, a city that is more 11 years in the Massachusetts House of each.” Bates lost relatives on both sides of the proud daughter of a Black mother and prosperous, a city that is more just, a city Representatives and was the first Haitian- her family to addiction, and felt the toll that an Irish father who married in 1963. I grew where all are valued and treated with dig- American elected to state office in the mental illness played in her mother’s life. up in two different worlds, and saw a lot of nity.” United States. “Ruthzee’s candidacy is his- Bates has lived in Boston for nearly three loss and a lot of love in each. Ruthzee brings seven years’ experience toric for the Haitian-American community. decades and currently resides in Hyde Park I moved through these worlds standing working on political and advocacy cam- If elected, Ruthzee would break barriers.” with her husband Yves and sons Paul and on the shoulders of strong women who paigns, fighting for working people and Ruthzee, 34, is the daughter of Haitian Christian. taught me that by bringing people together, Black and Latinx communities on issues immigrants, born and raised in Mattapan Bates decided to run for City Council we can overcome anything. of housing, education access, and civic and Hyde Park. She is a trained attorney and because “Boston, the city I love, is in crisis: I’ve had relatives survive and others lose participation. Most recently, Ruthzee start- advocate. She graduated from Columbia COVID-19 and addiction are ravaging our their lives from addiction; be it opioids, ed her own legal and advocacy business, University, Harvard Kennedy School, and public health, families can no longer afford crack cocaine, or alcohol. The Opening PLLC. Previously, Ruthzee Harvard Law School. She is also a proud to remain in the city they love, and we I lost my mom when she was 60, she served as Senior Counsel for U.S. Senator graduate of Boston Public Schools: Charles desperately need a swift economic recovery struggled for most of my life with mental Elizabeth Warren’s presidential campaign. H. Taylor Elementary School, the John W. that works for all. I’m running for City and physical health challenges. My dad Prior to that, she was a lawyer at Perkins McCormack Middle School, and Boston Council At-Large because I know that by always reminds me of her deep belief in Coie LLP. Latin School. She resides in Hyde Park, coming together, we can not only repair our hope despite the hardships she faced. Since the pandemic hit, Ruthzee has and is fluent in French, Haitian Creole and communities, but reimagine a better and Boston is in crisis: COVID-19 and addic- been working with the Massachusetts speaks conversational Spanish. more equitable future for Boston.” tion are ravaging our public health, families Affordable Housing Alliance (MAHA) Launching her campaign in Women’s can no longer afford to remain in the city History Month, Bates highlighted the role they love, and we desperately need a swift that women have played in her life: “I’m economic recovery that works for all. standing on the shoulders of strong women, We need to rebuild our crumbling who taught me that by bringing people schools and help our children rebound together, we can overcome anything,” said from the pandemic. Bates. We can tackle the climate emergency Issues facing women and girls will be before it’s too late. central to Bates’ platform. After graduating Save Boston residents money and create from Boston University Law School, Bates jobs by making the T fare-free, and end led a coalition of over 50 women’s groups violence by uplifting our youth, like during that successfully advocated for policies the Boston Miracle. that benefited women and girls, passing I’m Kelly Bates and I’m running for legislation that ensured new mothers could Boston City Council-At Large because I stay in the hospital longer after childbirth know that by coming together, we not only and one of the first laws prohibiting sex- can repair our communities, but reimagine ual harassment in the workplace. Bates is a better and more equitable future for also a founding board member of Emerge Boston.

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Boston students and parents call for substantial state funding as schools reopen

By John Lynds summer and during the upcoming Education Alliance” said Soto. Because the state has not updat- SOA funding. school year. “We as parents, students, teach- ed its education funding formula The state legislature’s Ways With the promised funding Boston Public School parents ers and community members since 1993 to reflect districts’ real and Means Committee met last Rafaela Polanco and Suleika Soto have asked to be heard about health insurance and special edu- from the landmark education bill Tuesday to begin reviewing the that was signed into law before testified at the virtual press con- fair and high quality education. cation costs, the amount of aid Governor’s proposed FY22 bud- the COVID pandemic hit is still ference and shared their thoughts. Low income communities have being provided to cover those costs get. up in the air, Boston students and At the press conference, which been disproportionately affected had been too small for decades. parents last Tuesday called for was held over Zoom, Polanco by COVID so we need fully fund- In January 2020 Governor At the press conference students the state to fully fund the Student and Soto joined students, parents, ed schools that are fair and just in Charlie Baker signed S. 2412, and parents plan to keep pushing and school committee members our budget--one where every stu- An Act Relative to Educational Opportunity Act Funding (SOA). for a true commitment to fully from Revere, Chelsea, Lawrence, dent has access to what they need, Opportunity for Students, or the During a virtual press confer- Lowell and Randolph to discuss including safe school buildings. SOA, which would have boosted fund public school and call for ence hosted by the Massachusetts safety measures, social/emotion- Black and brown families continue investment in public schools by putting the state’s commitment to Education Justice Alliance on al and educational supports, and to be disproportionately affected $1.5 billion annually when fully public education funding back on Tuesday students, parents, and other resources they’re looking for by COVID and a fully and equita- phased in over the next seven track. school committee members from from their public schools as well ble funded state budget can put us years. One demand by the group cities across Massachusetts dis- as the need for substantial state on the right track.” However, when COVID hit Tuesday is that the state delivers cussed their school funding needs, funding to support those needs. The SOA overhauled the state’s in March 2019 budget shortfalls their perspectives on in-person “I’m a parent of two Boston education funding formula to pushed SOA spending to the way- at least two of the seven years of school reopening this spring, and Public School students and a ensure equity for all students, espe- side. Boston Public Schools were promised funding increases under their aspirations for education this parent organizer for the Boston cially those in low-income areas. expected to receive millions in the SOA in the next state budget.

Bunker Hill Associates schedule Blood Drive in April

By Seth Daniel ning short on blood donations due employee of MGH. We’ll provide to COVID-19 cancelling most of snacks and giveaways for all who The Bunker Hill Associates and their usual blood donation clin- sign up. It will be the second time Mass General Hospital will collab- ics. The effort last summer was in one year to do this and it’s excit- BPDABPDA Income-R Income-Restrictedestricted HomeHome OwnershipOwnership Opportunity Opportunity orate on another blood drive this organized by the Associates and ing to host an in-person event, but Mira 301301 Border Border Str Street,eet, EastEast Boston,Boston, MA MA 02128 02128 coming April 3 utilizing an MGH member John Driscoll, who is also we will adhere to all the safety www.MiraLottery.comwww.MiraLottery.com Mobile van outside the Knights of the associate director of Police and protocols.” BPDA Income-Restricted Home Ownership Opportunity Columbus Hall. Security at MGH. 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By Seth Daniel to give almost all youth sports a ing also triggered the expanded at expediting or upgrading school Park Ph. 1 - $10,000 $15,000 grant, which reportedly mission that includes the usual playground construction could be •Charlestown Sprouts Members of the Charlestown most were happy with. non-profit distributions, and also a good use of the larger grant Community Garden – renovation Community Fund Committee Only four applications received other capital project and public opportunities. project funds - $20,000 voted to awards some much-need- the maximum of $20,000 from safety expenditures. Rep. Ryan also said supple- •Veterans History Project – ed infusions of cash to local the funding round. They included First of all, the City’s Meghan menting larger federal and state support research and resources non-profits on Monday, but the the Battle of Bunker Hill Parade Alldredge proposed to have dis- projects like the Rutherford for records and footage WW2/ more important business of the Committee; the Charlestown tributions in the fall once a year, Avenue/Sullivan Square recon- Vietnam - $5,000 day was to begin outlining how Sprouts Community Garden reno- discarding the bi-annual process struction project would also be •Charlestown Working Theatre the “new” mission of the fund vation; the Friends of City Square that took a great deal of time and a good use, and consistent with – virtual programming, planning would be deployed in coming pedestrian safety project; and the effort. Instead, they will begin the mitigating the casino traffic. events - $15,000 years. Turn It Around film making proj- yearly process this fall – in 2021. He also said he wanted to steer •Charlestown YMCA – Safe The advent of COVID-19 ham- ect. Then the process will be repeated away from regular expenditures City Swimmers Program/90 youth pered the distribution of funding “We will execute the letters in the Fall of 2022 and every year and make sure the money is used lessons - $15,000 in 2020 and left many non-profits and agreements out this week so thereafter. She said that was seen for something the Town can be •CYHA – Scholarships/regis- starving for funds they have come we can get the funding out the as a positive by many organiza- proud of in years to come. tration support/pandemic losses - to depend on after several years door so these Charlestown orga- tions as it would cut down on “I want to make sure we can $15,000 of twice-yearly distributions of nizations can utilize them as soon confusion and the time needed to look back on this money in 20 •Courageous Sailing – REACH money generated by licensing fees as possible,” said Emme Handy, fill out paperwork for the grants years and say we did something initiative/meals/transport - from Encore Boston Harbor. Boston chief of Administration twice a year. really great with it in partner- $10,000 The distribution this week and Finance. That and the new mission ship with the City Council and •Friends of City Square Park – was seen as a catch-up round Meanwhile, the bigger discus- would be publicized with commu- Administration and community,” Howard Stein Hudson to evaluate and there were 35 applications sion was about how to transition nity meetings this spring and sum- he said. “I don’t want to be look- pedestrian safety/educational pro- for a total ask of $524,935. the Community Fund to its new mer in preparation for an applica- ing at it like just another developer gramming and activities - $20,000 However, 33 applications were mission of funding non-profits tion process in the fall. fund and there are a lot of devel- •Friends of Memorial Hall – approved at $373,000 – which and also funding larger capital The new set-up would include opers coming into Town looking Operating Costs/Lost Rent/No was just above the annual goal projects and public safety needs. three types of grants – the usual to throw money around. I don’t Fundraiser - $10,000 of $350,000 in grants per year. When the casino opened, it trig- non-profit grants; a new Challenge want to be sitting in my neighbor- •Friends of Memorial Hall For many of the youth sports, the gered new yearly payments of $2 Grant of up to $50,000; and a hood with a tower next to it and – Veterans Outreach Program - ask was for $20,000 due to ham- million into the fund – and there new Transformational Grant of up say what happened to that (Wynn) $5,000 pered fundraising abilities and dif- have been two of those payments to $1.5 million for special projects. money? I want to be looking at a •Friends of John Harvard Mall new park, a new playground, and ferent dynamics in participation. since 2019, making a tidy sum of State Rep. Dan Ryan said one – beautify park/replace temporary of the keys will be to make clear a school building.” However, the Committee agreed cash available. That new fund- fence with decorative fencing - how much will be allocated each It was also agreed that concen- $3,500 year to non-profits and keep that trating on some funding for trees •Gavin Foundation – as a set amount not to change. would also be a good idea, given Charlestown Recovery House “I think it would be a good the recent elongated discussion Residential Treatment Program - idea to make it clear to the com- on trees and the tree canopy in $10,000 munity how much the non-profits Charlestown. •Harvest on Vine – Food Pantry are going to get,” he said. “There increase food to those in need - will be pushback because there 2021 Spring Grant Awards – $12,000 are people in Charlestown who •Artist Group of Charlestown •Kennedy Center – Renovate think $2 million a year should – Visual Arts Events Sept/Dec. - some playground equipment for go to all non-profits. The com- $5,000 munity is used to having money •Battle of Bunker Hill Parade Head Start - $15,000 for non-profits and we need to be Committee – Parade - $20,000 •NEMPAC – continue to really clear about what they will •Boston Debate League – After grow programs/partnerships in get and what’s left over.” School Charlestown High - $2,500 CT-Harvard Kent School and Members of the Committee •Charlestown Boys & Girls older adult Sr. Choir - $5,000 said they envisioned continuing Club – Learning Enrichment •Special Townies – program- with around $350,000 a year for in-person learning - $15,000 ming/help with operating costs the non-profits in the Town, and •Charlestown Coalition – and PPE - $15,000 then creating a pipeline for larger Trauma Response Team - $15,000 •Dignity Institute – youth lead- projects to come about. Those •Charlestown Dogs – Support ership programming/social-emo- kinds of larger projects could be waste bags/dispensers/Dog Park tional – Tabled for a future round. something that cobbles together a - $2,500 •Old Charlestown Schoolboys large Community Fund grant with •Charlestown Girls Softball – support annual banquet/scholar- other sources, such as Community – registration/fees/banquets - ship - $5,000 Preservation Act money. $15,000 •Town Track Club – support Handy said they could envision •Charlestown High School – programming and uniforms/ existing City projects getting some Art Programming/ELA Supplies - new hurdles and storage costs - of the money, perhaps for extras $5,000 $15,000 or upgrades to existing projects, •Charlestown Lax and Learning •Turn It Around – create a and maybe also used to pay off – Teen Mentoring - $15,000 short film on equity and peace/ debt service for the City’s Capital •Charlestown Lion’s Club develop film - $20,000 Projects in Charlestown. – Low Vision Needs Program/ •USS Const. Museum – wel- One such idea along those lines Diabetic - $2,500 come back/free CT admission/ was to look at the school play- •Charlestown Little League – community day/Harvard Kent - grounds – one of which at the Upcoming Season/COVID losses/ $10,000 Warren Prescott had a grant tabled equipment - $15,000 •Warren Prescott Foundation on Monday. Those are larger proj- •Charlestown Nursery School – – social emotional learning pro- ects and most are in the construc- professional development teachers gram/expand - $15,000 tion queue but can be as far away - $10,000 •Warren Prescott School – play- from construction as 2023. The •Charlestown Preservation ground renovation extra money – Committee agreed that looking Society – funds for Preservation Table for more information. March 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 13 Questions remain unanswered after brutal homicide on quiet, private way

ymously can do so by calling the To those who find themselves By Seth Daniel pro hockey in China for a few but online publication 617Boston years. This year he has been play- reported that there had been a CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1 (800) in need of emotional support or When neighbors in the Cook ing in Finland. Many neighbors response to the street earlier in the 494-TIPS or by texting the word simply needing to talk to some- Street area started seeing more said in the past, he allegedly had night, but nothing out of line was ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The one about distressing events in activity on the weekends at 6 rented out the home in his absence detected. Boston Police Department will our community, the Boston Mystic Place over the last few to members of the Boston Bruins Later in the night, shots rang stringently guard and protect the Neighborhood Trauma Team months – things like caterers put- who needed a place to live during out and police flooded the area identities of all those who wish (NTT) provides free, private sup- ting out huge garbage bags of food the hockey season. However, more just after those in the home fled to assist this investigation in an port 24/7 at (617) 431-0125 or by and trash in front of other people’s than a few neighbors said that in all directions, according to anonymous manner. visiting BPHC.org/trauma. homes on Sundays - many said didn’t happen this year, and they neighbors. Officers responded to they knew it spelled aggravation, said it seemed there was trouble the radio call for a person shot but few could have predicted it getting someone to rent the home. inside the home at 3:21 a.m. They would lead to a grisly homicide Based on the frequent weekend located the adult male inside the taking place in their out-of-the- activities they have been seeing, home upon arrival and found him way neighborhood on a dead-end they believe the property was suffering from a gunshot wound. street no wider than a school cor- offered as a short-term rental, such He was pronounced dead on the ridor. as on Airbnb. scene, and no one was found in It is exactly what has happened Yip could not be reached for the home and no gun was recov- though, as Jawad Muhammad, comment on his social media han- ered at the scene. 33, of Mattapan, was reported dles, and there was no way to get Several neighbors reported to have been murdered inside the in touch via his team in Finland that a white car was seen driving home at the end of the private way via their website. around the tight streets early in on Saturday, around 3:21 a.m. He The Boston Police and the morning after the shooting, DIRECTORY of businesses was pronounced dead at the scene, Inspectional Services (ISD) would and apparently might be connect- New according to Boston Police – who not comment on the use of the ed to the investigation. There have What do you need today? Many merchants and said no arrests had been made as property during the time of the been numerous surveillance videos What do you need today? Many merchants and of Wednesday morning in the case. homicide, but a search of the from all over the scene apparently service providers are adapting to the current For the neighbors in the area, City’s new short-term rental regis- secured by police as well. crisisservice with providers new shopping are adapting options. to Check the current here for most of whom know one another try did not turn up 6 Mystic Place. That said, the investigation con- ways to safely shop from your own home. quite well, and whose streets and As part of new rules for short- tinues, and neighbors in the area crisis with new shopping options. Check here for thoroughfares are so narrow that term rentals enacted in January worry about what other homes PLACE YOUR AD IN THE DIRECTORY TODAY! few things happen without being 2019, there are strict standards might be used – perhaps also host- ways toGR safelyEAT in shoptrodu fromctory yourspec ownials! home. noticed, there has seemingly been for renting out a short-term rental, ing guests or parties or other gath- Deb DiGregorio - [email protected] some things amiss leading up to including being owner-occupied as erings without their knowledge. Sioux Gerow [email protected] the murder. a precaution for preventing “party “The City needs to do some- PLACE YOUR AD IN THE DIRECTORY TODAY! What has been noticed over the houses” and unsupervised rentals. thing about these rentals,” said last few months is more short-term The six restrictions, in addition to another neighbor. “A residential GREAT introductory specials! rentals, and in a small neighbor- registering the unit with the City, neighborhood off the beaten path Deb DiGregorio - [email protected] hood in this part of Charlestown, include: isn’t a place for a hotel-like set- many are worried about what such •No affordability covenant up.” Sioux Gerow [email protected] activities bring – and their great- restrictions. The Boston Police Department est fears were realized Saturday •Compliance with housing laws is actively reviewing the facts and night when chaos erupted at what and codes. circumstances surrounding this many say was a home being used •No violations of laws regard- incident and is asking anyone with as a short-term rental while the ing short-term rental use. information relative to this inves- stmarystcatherine.org owner played professional hockey •Owner occupied. tigation to contact Boston Police in Finland. •Two- or three-family dwelling. Homicide Detectives at (617) 343- 617-242-4664 “I’m very concerned about •Residential use classification. 4470. short-term rentals in a residential A number of neighbors that Community members wishing neighborhood,” said one neigh- spoke with the paper said they had to assist this investigation anon- bor. “You don’t know who is seen some party activity on the coming there at any time, and you weekends recently, after the home don’t even know sometimes that being rather quiet for months and it is an Airbnb until something a “caretaker” living there for a like this happens. We’ve had other while before that. THINK OF IT AS AN Airbnbs in the neighborhood and As recently as the weekend OWNER’S MANUAL $165/month or save 10% and prepay $1780/year. they come all the time and park in before last, there seemed to be a FOR YOUR MONEY. front of your house. They get lost party in the home, and afterward, 12 month lease, get your spot now! on our streets.” those renting the home were seen For more information email Joanie Walls: Added another neighbor, taking large bags of food and trash [email protected] “Sometimes they even have them out of the house and putting it in in the same houses where there are front of homes on Cook Street. or call directly at (617) 936-2119 families and children. Anybody The leaked stains from those bags could be coming there for the of food could still be seen on the PORTSIDE TRUCK & AUTO REPAIR night – even a child molester. You street of Mystic Place, and also on don’t know.” the sidewalk where they had sat The free Consumer Action The home at 6 Mystic Place more than a week before. PUBLIC WELCOME Handbook. It’s in print and where the homicide occurred is So it seemed again last Saturday MA Inspection Station #4498 on a very small street – as stated morning there had been another online at ConsumerAction.gov. above – and is owned by Brendan party happening at the home – Order your free copy online Open Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m Yip, according to City assess- which given the cramped quarters at ConsumerAction.gov or ing records. He purchased it in of the street was very noticeable. write to Handbook, Pueblo, 617-242-5782 2013, but after a career at Boston The Boston Police call records CO 81009. 100 TERMINAL ST. University and several stints with are not available this week due to NHL teams, he has been playing technical issues with their system, CHARLESTOWN PAGE 14 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE March 25, 2021

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GIRLS SOFTBALL Columbus Charlestown and MGH or the Parish Center - 46 Winthrop watercolors, oils, and acrylics for school students. Details and appli- REGISTRATION to help fill that shortfall. Sign up St. (by the Training Field). Or the show which can be viewed in cation forms may be obtained Registration is officially open to donate blood with the MGH donate by sending checks to: person by appointment or online. from our website. www.ryanmor- for Charlestown Girls Softball. Blood Donor Team at blooddo- Harvest on Vine, Parish Center, Get REVITALIZED this spring! risseyscholarship.com nor.massgeneral.org/donor/sched- 46 Winthrop St., Charlestown, Visit the AGC website at artists- There will be divisions for: CHARLESTOWN Instructional/8U, 10 and under, ules/drive_schedule/4762 or email MA 02129. They are also looking groupofcharlestown.com and go 12 and under and 14 and under. MGHBloodDonorCenter@part- for volunteers to assist with distri- to the “events” page to make a LACROSSE - SPRING For more information visit their ners.org. bution. For more information, call viewing appointment or to have a REGISTRATION website www.charlestowngirls- Tom MacDonald 617-990-7314. look at the show without leaving IS OPEN! HARVEST ON VINE home. softball.com. FOOD PANTRY REVITALIZED - The Charlestown Lacrosse & RYAN “DUCE” Learning Center has opened reg- BLOOD DRIVE WITH APPEAL AGC SPRING SHOW istration for it’s main Spring sea- MGH -HOSTED BY The Food Pantry has had a The Artists Group of MORRISSEY son!!! New players are always great need at this time as it has Charlestown’s Spring Exhibition SCHOLARSHIP welcome regardless of skill level THE BUNKER HILL - REVITALIZED opens April 2, ASSOCIATES been very busy serving many more APPLICATIONS and scholarships are always avail- residents in town and provid- and will be available for viewing able.Please call (240) 538-2477 or Saturday, April 3, from 8:30 by appointment or online through AVAILABLE ing more frequent distributions. The Friends of Ryan “Duce” visit our website (www.charles- a.m. to 2 p.m. there will be a Blood April 25, 2021at the StoveFactory Donations of all non-perishable Morrissey Scholarship Fund is townlacrosse.com/registration) for Drive at the Knights of Columbus Gallery 523 Medford St. Jurors foods are greatly appreciated. pleased to announce that scholar- more information and to register hall at 545 Medford St. There Dara Pannebaker and Julie Donations drops are: Food Pantry, ships totaling $15,000 will again today!!! is a critical shortage of blood at Alailima chose over 70 pieces of 49 Vine St. (Hayes Square), The be offered this year. Scholarships MGH. The Associates are proud art including sculpture, fiber arts, Cooperative Bank - 201 Main St. are available to college and high to partner with the Knights of ceramics, photography, collage,

For Record WARREN PRESCOTT SCHOOL Flynn, Councilor Andrea Campbell, ities of distinct subareas of the neighbor- Leaders Scholarship: The University April 2 - Good Friday : No School and Councilor Lydia Edwards and was hood. The presentation, instructions, and Club of Boston’s Future Leaders of April 7 - Site Council Meeting @ referred to the Committee on January 13, an online mapping tool will be online and Boston Scholarship program awards 5:30pm 2021. open for feedback for two weeks follow- Boston graduating seniors need-based April 19-22 - Spring Recess : No School ing the workshop through April 21, 2021. scholarships of up to $30,000. Selection April 26 - Student return to school From the March 30, 4 p.m., COUNCIL For more information, or to learn more is based on academic achievement, com- COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND about the PLAN: Charlestown initiative, munity service, extracurricular activ- CMA SCHOLARSHIP COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT please visit bostonplans.org/plancharles- ities, financial need, and leadership. The Charlestown Mothers Association HEARING: Order for a hearing regard- town Apply by March 26 at https://www.uclub. is pleased to offer up to $13,000 in college ing the state of affordable housing as org/scholarship-program. scholarships, to men and women who to Boston’s Inclusionary Development Conversation with Charlestown High have been residents of Charlestown for Policy. This matter was referred to the principal: A reminder to join CMA for •REPORTING WORKPLACE at least five years, and will be attending Committee on February 10, 2021. The a conversation with Charlestown High SAFETY CONCERNS college full-time this fall. The amount chair and sponsor is Councilor Lydia School Principal Joel Stembridge on Workers in any size organization have of each scholarship awarded will be Edwards. Wednesday, March 31, at 6 p.m. This is options if they feel they are being pressured determined by the CMA Scholarship a great opportunity for CMA members to into an unsafe situation. Attorney General Committee. Last year, CMA awarded BPDA Development Review meeting meet the school leadership and to learn Maura Healey has created resources for eight scholarships. Copies of the applica- for 1-2 Thompson Sq., online via Zoom, more about the public high school in workers to report safety concerns during tion are available at the “Scholarship” tab Weds., March 31, 6 p.m.: This will be our neighborhood which will be serving reopening. They include an online form on the CMA website, www.charlestown- the first public meeting to discuss the grades 7-12 beginning this September. In at the Attorney General’s website and a mothersassociation.org. The completed proposed development at 1-2 Thompson addition to school leadership, parents dedicated Fair Labor hotline at 617-727- application is due by April 23, 2021. Square in Charlestown in accordance with of current students will also be in atten- 3465. People can also find those resources the Article 80E review process. Contact dance. More information about CHS by calling 311. From the March 29, 10 a.m., Raul Duverge at Raul.Duverge@Boston. can be found at: https://www.charles- CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE ON gov with any questions. townhs.org/. If you have any questions, GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS please email CMA board member Becky •HOW TO REPORT A PROBLEM HEARING: Ordinance requiring equita- The 9th discussion on Race and Equity Adamonis at [email protected]. PROPERTY ble COVID-19 vaccine distribution in the with the Turn It Around youth group and Since taking office in 2014, Mayor City of Boston. Ordinance extending paid Councilor Lydia Edwards will take place SCHOOL MEAL SUPER SITES/ Walsh has made fixing quality of life sick leave for City of Boston employees online Tuesday, April 6, at 6 p.m. Register CHARLESTOWN issues a priority in his administration. to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. These at bit.ly/RaceEquityZoom2. Every Monday and Thursday from 10 From investing in Public Works to mak- matters were sponsored by Councilor a.m. to 6 p.m. ing sure community policing is a staple Michelle Wu and were referred to the PLAN Charlestown: Join your neigh- •Edwards Middle School - 28 Walker in every neighborhood, we are making Committee on January 27, 2021 and bors on Wednesday, April 7, from 6-8 St. sure every neighborhood is clean, safe February 3, 2021. p.m. for a follow-up BPDA workshop •Harvard/Kent Elementary - 50 Bunker and a great place to live and work in. on future land-use priorities and needs Hill St. Unfortunately some properties in Boston From the March 30, 1 p.m., CITY in Charlestown as part of the ongoing need more help than others, and that’s COUNCIL COMMITTEE ON CIVIL PLAN: Charlestown neighborhood plan- SCHOOLS INFO why we are here. If you know of a prop- RIGHTS HEARING: Order for a hear- ning initiative. The PLAN: Charlestown •School Return Timetables – March erty that fits one of the following criteria: ing to discuss ways for the City to pre- team will share community feedback col- 15-18 – Students in Grades 4-8 (Groups multiple calls to 911, one that’s blighted vent and investigate incidents of hate lected at previous workshops. A mapping A & B); and March 29-April 1 – Students or just a general concern, we encourage crimes and discrimination. This mat- tool will allow members of the communi- in grades 9-12 (Groups A & B). you to reach out to your neighborhood ter was sponsored by Councilor Ed ty to weigh in on specific needs and prior- •University Club of Boston Future liaison. March 25, 2021 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE PAGE 15

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EDWARDS TO HOST Women’s Political Caucus. of 7-week sessions and engage 25 members and staff volunteers. down.” To RSVP for this virtual event, in this preparation right before Special Townies Organization, a “Teamsters Local 25 has ANNUAL WOMEN’S please visit bit.ly/LeadwithLydia enrolling into either academic nonprofit that works with autis- always been a proud member EVENT, SELECTED or contribute online at www.act- ELL or a degree or certificate tic and special needs youth in of the Charlestown community AS BOSTON’S MOST blue.com/donate/leleads21. program. The Intensive English the community of Charlestown, and President Sean O’Brien has Program’s mission is to support received a $10,000 grant to help never forgotten his roots,” said IMPACTFUL BLACK English Language Learners in their support its worthwhile mission. Dennis MacLoughlin, of Special WOMEN BHCC LANGUAGE educational, professional, and per- “It was exactly one year ago Townies Organization. “This sonal goals by providing rigor- when we made the difficult deci- grant will help the Special Townies Staff Report INSTITUTE ous multi-level English Language sion to postpone the 13th annual Organization continue its mission In celebration of Women’s AWARDED FIVE-YEAR instruction and accommodating Teamsters Local 25 Autism Gala,” to support our neighbors and fam- History Month, Boston City ACCREDITATION the needs of both traditional and said O’Brien. “Despite having no ilies in Charlestown. We are grate- non-traditional students through event and other challenges posed ful to have the Teamsters Local Councilor Lydia Edwards is host- Bunker Hill Community ing her annual “Lead with Lydia” affordable access to language by the pandemic, I am happy 25 Autism Fund as our partners College (BHCC) Language instruction. that we have been able to fund in this.” Women’s Event on Thursday, Institute and its Intensive English March 25, at 5:30 p.m. Co-hosts our grantees again this year. The The Teamsters Local 25 Gala Program have been awarded Teamsters Local 25 Autism Gala for Autism is rescheduled for include U.S Senator Elizabeth by the Commission on English Warren, Congresswoman Ayanna TEAMSTERS LOCAL will be back stronger than ever January 8, 2022 at the Boston Language Accreditation (CEA) an and our mission will never slow Convention & Exhibition Center. Pressley, Suffolk County District initial five-year accreditation that 25 AUTISM FUND Attorney Rachael Rollins as well as extends through December 2025. ANNOUNCES GRANT a long list of State Senators, State The full-time Intensive English Representatives, City Councilors, Program is designed to provide a TO SPECIAL TOWNIES and women activists. pathway for international students • Revere • Everett • Winthrop • Lynn • East Boston • Chelsea • Charlestown “I owe a great deal to the to acquire a higher level of English Staff Report women in my life,” said Councilor proficiency needed to enroll in a The Teamsters Local 25 Autism Edwards. “My mother, an air force BHCC certificate or degree pro- Fund provided grants totaling Lynn veteran, raised both my sister and gram. more than $350,000 to organiza- I to speak out against gender injus- Independent Newspaper Group “Normally, the Commission tions dedicated to autism research, REaL EstatE tice and lead with an eye towards grants a one-year provision- services and awareness – including Sales • Rentals equity. This event will celebrate rEvErE Call: al accreditation, so we are very Special Townies. EvErEtt 781-485-0588 Land • Commercial women like her and all trailblazers RECRuItmENt excited and grateful that we have Organization leaders received ChELsEa whose shoulders we stand on as Fax: Professional • Medical been granted the five years,” the great news during a virtu- CharLEstoWn Winthrop we continue this important work 781-485-1403 General • Services said Kristen McKenna, Dean of al Zoom presentation hosted by in achieving true parity.” East Classified Boston Classified Workforce Development. “This Teamsters Local 25 President More Than 100,000 Readers Each Week • Auto Sales • Yard Sales Councilor Edwards has a long 7 Communities achievement was a collabora- Sean M. O’Brien. The Teamsters • Miscellaneous history representing and advocat- tive effort across many depart- Local 25 Autism Fund was able ing for women. She led a statewide ments at BHCC and an important to raise critical funds despite the campaign for domestic workers, announcement for the recruitment pandemic-forced postponement of APARTMENT FOR RENT predominantly nannies and house of international students.” its 13th annual Gala for Autism, cleaners, for back wages and REVERE No Pets 485-0588 or fax the ad Students in the Intensive thanks to the generosity of spon- workplace fairness. She also rep- 2 Room Apartment Call & Leave Message to 781-485-1403 English Program study in blocks sors and the dedication of Local resented labor-trafficked domestic Close to Beach St 781-286-6617 ______workers who were disproportion- Kitchen ______SELLING YOUR AUTO? ately immigrant women of color. Parking Space LOOKING FOR Great Re- Call for our 4 week Recently, Councilor Edwards John M. Available Now sults? Call our classified special! Call 781-485- was named one of Boston’s $1,500 N/U department. Call 781- 0588. Most Impactful Black Women of 2021 by GetKonnected!, a career Dillon, Jr. advancement and opportunity March 5, 1967 - May 2, 2006 HELP WANTED provider for women and people of color. Past endorsements of No matter how I spend the day women’s organizations include No matter what I do, Registered Dental Everett, Winthrop, Chelsea Emily’s List and the Massachusetts Hygienist Wanted for Somerville, Cambridge. 617-884-0134 Each night before I go to bed, Affordable Family Driver’s license, car and 3/24, 3/31, 4/7 I will always think of you. Dental in Chelsea. Top phone required. $32 ______And though you’re far away from Pay. Benefits. Be Able to per delivery. Call 508- ST. JUDE Converse in English and 643-4090;3 or info@ LOOKING FOR Great Re- NOVENA me, Spanish. For immediate scanpersonalservices. sults? Call our classified In a very special land, consideration contact com department. Call 781- May the Sacred Heart of Jesus Tania at (617) 889- ______485-0588 or fax the ad be adored, glorified, loved and I know someday I’ll be with you, 2668. NEW BRIDGE CAFE to 781-485-1403 preserved throughout the world And finally hold your hand. 3/17-3/31 Kitchen Help Wanted ______now and forever. Sacred Heart ______of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, Dad All Positions needed SELLING YOUR AUTO? worker of miracles, pray for us. Grocery Shoppers need- Apply in Person Call for our 4 week St. Jude, helper of the hopeless, ed immediately part- Mon - Fri 2 - 4PM special! Call 781-485- pray for us. Say this prayer 9 time in Revere, Chelsea, 650 Washington Ave., 0588. times a day. By the 8th day your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. My prayers have been answered. Visit www.charlestownbridge.com M.F. PAGE 16 THE CHARLESTOWN PATRIOT-BRIDGE March 25, 2021

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Pressley said in her remarks. believed in me and surrounded Pressley was the first woman of by good neighbors who knew my color on the Boston City Council name,” she said. and Massachusetts’ first Black She spoke of her experience Congresswoman, and Budd was being bussed to her school in the the first Black woman to become 1970s as a pre-teen during the Chief Justice of the Massachusetts effort to desegregate Boston Public Supreme Judicial Court. Schools. Pressley called Janey a “fierce “I had rocks and racial slurs advocate on behalf of our chil- thrown at my bus, for simply dren and education equity,” and attending school while Black,” she said that “this is a proud day said. for the City of Boston and all She said that she has always Bostonians.” been an active supporter of quality Janey was the first woman and public education for all students, first Black person to become the especially as a young mother her- District 7 City Councilor, even- self who wanted the best public tually becoming the City Council education for her daughter. “This president. According to City issue is personal to me,” she said. Councilor Matt O’Malley’s office, “As I assume the responsibili- O’Malley has now become City ties of mayor of Boston, I promise Council President Pro Tempore as to give you bold, courageous lead- he was previously the vice presi- ership,” she said, adding that she dent. will be “starting with an unrelent- Acting Mayor Kim Janey is sworn into office on Wednesday by Supreme Judicial Court Chief Justice Kimberly “She will lead with clear eyes, ing focus to address the impacts of Budd, as her granddaughter holds the Bible for her. She becomes the first African American and woman to a fully heart, and a steady hand as COVID-19.” lead the City of Boston following the departure on Monday night of former Mayor Martin Walsh. we begin with the reconstruction Janey said that she will “fight” of our city that this city and our to ensure that vaccines are acces- country ache for,” Pressley said sible for all, “especially in com- “help our children recover aca- accountable.” starts now.” She thanked her tran- of Janey. munities hardest hit” by the virus, demically and emotionally.” She also spoke about racial jus- sition team and the city staff for “Today is a new day,” Janey as well as work to expand testing Janey said that the pandemic tice in the city and the work she their work so far. said in her speech. “I stand before across the city. has only made existing inequalities plans on doing on that front. “To the people of Boston, I you as the first woman and first Additionally, “our recovery and gaps “worse,” and that action “Dismantling systemic racism say you have a stake in our city’s Black mayor of Boston, the city must include working together on needs to be taken. also includes reforming how we future,” Janey said. “You are the that I love. I come to this day with behalf of our children,” she said, Janey mentioned the disparity police our city. As mayor, I will essential part of this recovery. life experience that is different by reopening schools in a safe study that was recently published, continue to be an advocate and Let’s not be afraid to tackle the from the men who came before way and ensuring that teachers get saying that it “showed the enor- lead the implementation of these longer-term challenges that we me.” vaccinated. mous inequality in our city con- reforms. Together, working with face together. From racial justice Janey thanked her her family She said she has plans to invest tracts.” She said that “as mayor,C our police department, I am deter- to environmental justice; from for their support over the years. in summer opportunities for stu- I will take action to solve this mined to bring safety, healing and affordable housing to our transit “As a girl growing up in Boston dents and partner with the super- problem with new creative solu- justice to all of our neighbor- system. From our public schools, I was nurtured by a family who intendent and other groups to tions to boost city contracts with hoods.” to public safety. We cannot go minority business enterprises and Janey said that there is “more back. Our only option is to go new strategies to hold ourselves work to do,” and “that work better.”

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