MAXFIELD & COMPANY (617) 293-8003 REALEXPERIENCE ESTATE • EXCELLENCE FAULKNER HOSPITAL EXPANSIONmake every PLANS, day PAGE, earth 10 day Vol. 30 No. 8 28 Pages • Free Delivery 25 Cents at Stores BOOK YOUR Jamaica Plain POST IT Call Your Advertising Rep Printed on (617)524-7662 Recycled Paper a z e t t e 617-524-2626 G MAY 14, 2021 www.JamaicaPlainGazette.com Barros, Santiago help stuff gift MOTHER’S DAY LILAC WALK AT ARBORETUM bags for senior mothers as part of ‘I Remember Mama’ event By Lauren Bennett VOAMASS’s Shiloh House on Parley Vale, a place for women JP-based nonprofit Volun- recovering from substance abuse teers of America of Massachu- disorder and behavioral health setts (VOAMASS) held its 26th conditions. annual ‘I Remember Mama’ VOAMASS offers programs event on May 8, but this year, and services for behavioral the event looked a little different. health, veterans, seniors, and The program is typically a re-entry services for formerly brunch held at a hotel for around incarcerated individuals. 200 senior mothers who live in “As a candidate for mayor public housing in Boston, but of Boston, it’s really important this year, because of the pan- that we learn what’s happening demic, volunteers and mayoral in the community, and more im- candidates John Barros and Jon portantly,” what else can be done Shown above, several friends in the Arnold Arboretum joined Santiago created 200 gift bags to support residents, John Barros Acting Mayor Kim Janey, and her mother Phyllis, for a Lilac that were delivered to the women said at the event. “The ‘I Remem- Walk on Mother’s Day, May 9. Shown to the right, Rev. Mariama instead. The event took place at Continued on page 8 White-Hammond, the recently-appointed chief of environment, energy and open space, takes pause to stop and smell the wonderful fragrance of the lilacs in the Arnold Arboretum on Mother’s Day, May 9. ROSLINDALE BUSINESS TOUR District 6 candidates respond to questions in forum hosted by JP Progressives; NAACP Boston By Lauren Bennett candidates on April 28. So far, a series of questions by modera- candidates include Kendra Hick- tors Wynndell Bishop of NAACP JP Progressives and NAACP slk, Kelly Ransom, and Mary Boston hosted a candidate forum Tamor. for the District 6 City Council The candidates were asked Continued on page 2 E-13 police present April crime overview By Laura Plummer meeting. One chart examines Part One The meeting is an opportunity crime data. Part One crimes are On Thursday, May 6, District for members of the public to ask more serious in nature, and don’t E13 of the Boston Police Depart- questions of local law enforce- include crimes such as vandalism ment hosted its monthly virtual ment. At every meeting, E-13 offi- police and community relations cers provide local crime statistics. Continued on page 3

PHOTOS BY JEREMIAH ROBINSON/MAYOR’S OFFICE La policía de JP presenta los datos de delincuencia de abril Acting Mayor Kim Janey and Councilor Ricardo Arroyo took a By Laura Plummer reunión mensual de relaciones En cada reunión, los oficiales business walk through Roslindale Square on Thursday, May 6, entre la policía y la comunidad. de E-13 brindan estadísticas de to help promote local business and the Main Streets program. El jueves 6 de mayo, el Dis- La reunión es una oportuni- delitos locales. Un cuadro ex- It was one of several business walks she’s taken in the last trito E-13 del Departamento de dad para que el público haga pre- month. See more photos and stories on pages 14-18. Policía de Boston presentó su guntas a las autoridades locales. Continued on page 3 2 • Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 Jamaica Plain’s Gerry Wright receives national volunteer service award Staff report ceived the National Association legacy of parks and landscapes and commitment to promoting ment to educating diverse audi- for Olmsted Parks’ (NAOP) Car- that revitalize communities and and protecting the Olmsted leg- ences about the legacy of Freder- Gerry Wright, long-time oline Loughlin Volunteer Service enrich people’s lives. acy. In presenting the award, ick Law Olmsted.” Among those Jamaica Plain resident, parks Award. The D.C. based organi- Wright was recognized at a NAOP CEO and Chair Anne in attendance also paying tribute supporter and social and envi- zation works to advance Freder- virtual ceremony held April 30 Neal Petri cited Mr. Wright’s ronmental justice advocate, re- ick Law Olmsted principles and for his extraordinary dedication “Unique and creative commit- Continued on page 3

quality rental and home own- terms of making these options zoning to lessen barriers to land “I think that bringing people Forum erships” for families, first gen- available and teaching folks use. together is truly one of the most eration college graduates, and what is the path to home own- Kelly Ransom, who works for important parts of this job,” Ta- Continued from page 1 young professionals. ership as well.” the Madison Park Development mor said, and “listening to all Mary Tamor said that “we Kendra Hicks said that Bos- Corporation, said that Madison the voices of those who surround Boston, JP youth activist Melissa have to do what we can to make ton “need[s] a housing plan that’s Park has “a program that the city us.” She said that she has visit- Beltran, and Ed Burley of the lending more available,” and going to be based on our resi- could easily model,” that includes ed more than 85 Boston Public JP Progressives, ranging from to “utilize beautiful old public dents’ actual needs.” She also a $50,000 down payment for peo- Schools and has gotten a “sense housing to education to public buildings.” She said that she spoke about the importance of ple in the program looking to own of what’s happening in commu- safety. has attended more Boston Plan- building environmentally friend- a home. She said the program nities.” Candidates were asked what ning and Development Agency ly housing that is “inclusive for has been successful and will be When it comes to public safety policies they would propose “to (BPDA) meetings recently, and families and young profession- expanded. and the police budget, candidates ensure affordability and high “I think we can do far more in als,” as well as changing the She also said that having a were asked how public safety 100 percent affordable zoning should be reflected in the police overlay district would also in- budget and responsibilities. crease the amount of affordable Tamor said that there is an housing in the city. “opportunity to reimagine; rein- The candidates were also vent policing as we know it. We asked about small business relief really need to have some really as the city continues its recovery robust conversations about what from the COVID-19 pandemic. needs to happen…who goes on “We need to start being hon- what calls.” est about the fact that small Hicks said that it comes down business owners and restaurants to “what, and specifically who, are in need of a bail out,” Hicks we’re investing in,” and looking said. She said making the pro- at the police budget from a fiscal cesses easier for folks, especially responsibility standpoint. for those whose first language Ransom brought up what isn’t English, would be helpful. she called the “Three O’s: over- Tamor said it’s “heartbreak- worked, overtired, and over- ing to see how many business- time.” She said that with the es have closed.” She said her large amount of construction family members “are small busi- happening in the district and ness people,” and said that more across the city, there are “police grants are necessary to help out details working overtime when struggling businesses. Addition- they could be doing other things. ally, she said that it’s important These could be reallocated to to “make sure that Main Streets [the Inspectional Services De- is helping everyone in the way partment.” She added that “I do that they should.” not think we should be making You do so much good. Making Ransom said that as a former traffic stops on minor infrac- restaurant industry employee, tions.” a difference. Employing people. she said that offering “one on During the lightning round, You’re doing amazing things. one technical and financial as- when candidates were asked if And we’re grateful to be along sistance” for both existing busi- they support the reallocation of

with East Boston Savings Bankwith East Boston Savings for the ride. nesses and ones that are trying BPD funds for investment in to get off the ground. the community, both Hicks and When asked how they will Ransom said yes, and Tamor said “legislate for the entire district,” no. When asked if they support Hicks said that “while some of a “hard cap on Boston Police De- our challenges may differ, we’re partment overtime, Tamor said all grounded in similar issues.” no, and Hicks and Ransom said She said that by having many yes. voices at the table, the city is As part of the lightning round, “more likely to find solutions.” candidates answered other yes or Ransom said that “I recognize no questions on topics like police that the platform of a Boston issues, safe injection sites, and City Councilor” is “incredibly education. powerful,” as the spotlight is of- The full video with each can- ten turned on them. “I don’t want didates’ answers to all questions NMLS # 457291 Member FDIC | Member DIF 800.657.3272 EBSB.com that…on me; I want it to be on can be found on the JP Progres- Facebook.com/EastBostonSavingsBank the people of this district,” she sives Facebook page. said. Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 • 3

include residential burglary E-13 Police and auto theft. The homicide BBR REUSE CENTER REMODEL DONE instance of zero remained the Continued from page 1 same. A second chart compared the or drug dealing. statistics of fatal and nonfatal Part One crime distinguishes shootings from 2019 to 2020. between burglary, robbery and Out of the twelve precincts, JP larceny. Burglary involves ac- ranked seventh in shootings, ac- cessing a residence or business counting for six percent of total unlawfully with the intent to shootings in the city. There have remove items. Robbery is taking been three shootings this year items off one’s person by force compared to eight last year, a or intimidation. Larceny doesn’t reduction of 62.5 percent. involve force, and includes shop- The May 6 meeting was the lifting, pickpocketing, stealing last to be hosted by Officer Wil- lawn items or taking items out liam Jones, who is retiring at the of a vehicle. end of the month after serving According to the summary, the community for almost three Part One crime in Boston is down decades. Taking over for him at 24 percent in the city compared the police and community rela- to this time last year. Jamaica Boston District City Councilor Kenzie Bok, Boston Building Resources Executive Director tions meeting will be Sgt. John Plain is beating that with a re- Matthew St. Onge, and BBR Treasurer DeAnne Dupont joined the April 19 celebration of Dougherty and Officer Patricia duction of 28 percent. There were the remodeled Reuse Center at Boston Building Resources. The Reuse Center building is Darosa. 282 crimes reported in 2020 and Mission Hill’s first net zero carbon building, reinforcing BBR’s environmental mission of The police and community only 202 reported this year. reducing needless waste by facilitating the reuse of building materials. relations meeting is held on the Crimes that saw a decrease first Thursday of the month at include rape, robbery, domestic the protection and preservation 200th birthday in 2022. The in- 6:30pm on Zoom. The next meet- and non-domestic assault, com- of the Olmsted-designed Emer- augural event featured a panel of ing will be on Thursday, June 3. Wright mercial burglary, larceny from ald Necklace parks in Boston Olmsted scholars, historians and All members of the public inter- a motor vehicleand other larce- Continued from page 2 and Brookline through his parks’ environmental advocates con- ested in public safety are encour- ny. Crimes that saw an uptick advocacy work as co-founder of sidering the question, “Climate aged to attend. included Karen Mauney-Brodek, Change: What Would Olmsted president of the Emerald Neck- the Friends of Jamaica Pond and Do?” lace Conservancy, Sarah Free- in his role as an Emerald Neck- Since 2003, Wright has been man of the Arborway Coalition lace Conservancy Park Advisor among other volunteer activities. performing his one-act play hurtos. Los delitos que experi- and Betsy Shure Gross, NAOP In 2012, Wright launched based on the writings of Olmst- mentaron un repunte incluyen el co-founder. La policia Olmsted 2022, to kick off the ed to audiences in New England robo residencial y el robo de au- Wright has long championed ten-year countdown to Olmsted’s and beyond. Continued from page 1 tomóviles. El caso de homicidio amina los datos delictivos de la de cero siguió siendo el mismo. Parte Uno. Son de naturaleza Otro gráfico comparó las es- más grave y no incluyen delitos tadísticas de tiroteos fatales y no fatales de 2019 a 2020. De EYE Q OPTICAL como el vandalismo o el tráfico EYE Q OPTICAL de drogas. los doce distritos, Jamaica Plain El crimen de la Parte Uno ocupó el séptimo lugar en tiro- distingue entre el robo, el atra- teos, lo que representa el seis co, y el hurto. El robo implica por ciento del total de tiroteos en acceder ilegalmente a una resi- Boston. Ha habido tres tiroteos dencia o negocio con la intención este año en comparación con los de retirar artículos. El atraco ocho del año pasado, una reduc- es quitarle objetos a la persona ción del 62,5 por ciento. La reunión del 6 de mayo por la fuerza o por intimidación. fue la última organizada por el El hurto no implica la fuerza e oficial William Jones, quien se incluye robar artículos o partes jubila a fin de mes después de mecánicas de un vehículo. Según el resumen, el crimen servir a la comunidad durante de la Parte Uno en Boston ha casi tres décadas. En su lugar en bajado un 24 por ciento en la la reunión de relaciones entre la ciudad en comparación con esta policía y la comunidad estarán época del año pasado. Jamaica el sargento John Dougherty y la Plain está superando eso con oficial Patricia Darosa. La reunión de relaciones en- una reducción del 28 por ciento. tre la policía y la comunidad se Se denunciaron 282 delitos en lleva a cabo el primer jueves del 2020 y sólo 202 este año. Los delitos que vieron una dis- mes a las 6:30 pm en Zoom. La minución incluyen la violación, próxima reunión será el jueves el atraco, el asalto doméstico y 3 de junio. Se anima a asistir no doméstico, el robo comercial, a todos los miembros del públi- co interesados en​​ la seguridad hurto de un vehículo y otros pública. LOCAL - INDEPENDENT mostLOCAL insurances - INDEPENDENT accepted most617.983.3937 insurances accepted 617.983.3937 4 • Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 JPA hears from two city council candidates By Lauren Bennett City Council At-Large, and said didates, the JPA also discussed that he believes that while Bos- whether or not they should The Jamaica Pond Associa- ton has a lot of opportunities, provide additional information tion (JPA) met virtually on May they aren’t “shared equally by about they city’s zoning process 3, where City Council candidates everyone.” to applicants who come before David Halbert and Kelly Ransom JP resident Sarah Freeman the JPA for approval on a project. talked about their campaigns asked Halbert if he had any ex- “I think it would be really and answered questions from amples of how to deal with is- smart to share solid informa- Lead Pipe residents. sues that have not come to an tion,” JPA Chair Rosemary Jones Kelly Ransom is running for agreement, such as the MBTA said. “Spreading information, es- District 6 City Council against Arborway bus yard, which has pecially what the ZBA looks for Replacement candidates Kendra Hicks and most recently been where parks as well as what we look for, to me, Mary Tamor. Incumbent council- advocates are pushing to locate that could only be good.” Incentive Program or Matt O’Malley is not seeking services proposed for the Shat- JPA member Peter Stei- re-election. tuck Hospital site in Franklin ger said that such information Because lead is known to cause Ransom, who grew up in Dis- Park. would have been helpful to him trict 6, spoke about her expe- “I’m curious if you have any as someone who had previously serious health problems, BWSC riences as a young person in consensus building morsels you presented a proposal to the JPA, offers up to $4,000 towards the cost the city, saying that she has ex- can share,” Freeman said. but “at the same time, it’s not our to replace any private water service perienced homelessness, been Halbert said that a consensus job to educate people.” pipes containing lead. This is the portion a restaurant industry worker, will not always be reached, and He said that a simple flyer running from the property line into the a suicide hotline operator, and “that’s okay.” available on the JA should be building for which building owners are an LGBTQ advocate, as well as He said that the bus yard is sufficient. responsible (in most cases this covers many other roles. a “good example,” as it involves JPA member and Zoning more than one agency. He said Committee chair Kevin Moloney the cost of new pipes). “I continue to fight for joy daily,” Ransom said. that effective communication said he agreed with Steiger. Ransom has also worked at and “making sure we’re not over- “We don’t want to be or per- For information, or to apply, call the Jamaica Plain Neighbor- burdening any one community ceived to be agents of getting the Lead Hotline at 617-989-7888. hood Development Corporation to bear the brunt for everyone’s zoning variants,” Moloney said. (JPNDC) doing fundraising, so- benefit” are solutions. “Sometimes we have to draw the cial media, and marketing work, JPA member Micah Sachs line and take a stand.” Eligible property as well as worked for City Coun- asked Halbert if he had any “con- JPA member Michael Reis- owners may also take cilor Annissa Essaibi-George. crete proposals” for affordable kind said that he is “leaning advantage of BWSC’s Ransom said her “top priority” housing. towards a little bit of informa- 60-month interest- is “ending family homelessness,” Halbert said that “making tion,” as he believes it could be free payment plan as she doesn’t “want anyone to sure we have more options for “helpful to applicants and new on any replacement experience what I experienced folks to live in” and building board members.” work balance. as a child and a teenager here more affordable housing near He also suggested that a flow in Boston.” She said she thinks mass transit is on his agenda. chart of the zoning process might that an affordable hosing zoning Additionally., he said that other be something useful to create for overlay would be beneficial to ideas are “thinking about things the website as well to help out this work. like co-ops” and “creating more applicants. David Halbert is running for pathways to home ownership.” The JPA meets monthly on After hearing from the can- the first Monday of the month. Ruthzee Louijeune campaign endorsed by Sen. Sonia Chang-Díaz Staff Report for our kids in Boston Public supporting Ruthzee for Boston Schools, Ruthzee has always City Council.” Ruthzee Louijeune, candidate used her expertise to give back Monday, Ruthzee Louijeune for Boston City Council At-Large, to the community that raised her. became the first to certify her announced this week that she She has the values, the smarts, name on the ballot for Boston Spring Special had earned the endorsement of and the conviction to meet the City Council At-Large, with State Senator Sonia Chang-Díaz, urgency of this moment and help over 2,800 signatures collected Oil, Filter & Lube, Rotate Tires, Inspect Brakes, Suspension, of Jamaica Plain. lead us toward a more equitable and over 75 volunteers collect- Chang-Díaz is the first Latina Boston,” Senator Chang-Díaz ing signatures. Louijeune is the Cooling System, Exhaust and Check Air Conditioning and first person of Asian de- said in a statement. first of twenty-five candidates scent elected to the Massachu- “I’m honored to have the who pulled papers for Boston Performance for the Warm Weather setts State Senate. She is serving support of trailblazer, Senator City Council At-Large to collect her sixth term on behalf of the Chang-Díaz, so early in my run the required 1,500 verified sig- Only Most cars & light trucks. Please present this Second Suffolk District, which for Boston City Council At-Large. natures. During the signature $59.95 advertisement at time of check-in. Cannot comprises all or part of the Bos- She is someone who embodies gathering process, the candidate be combined with other offers. Exp. 6/1/10 ton neighborhoods of Dorchester, community leadership, and it’s collected signatures in every one 475 Centre St Jamaica Plain, Hyde Park, Mat- incredible to have her by my side of Boston’s neighborhoods. Morrison’s Jamaica Plain on tapan, Mission Hill, Roslindale, in this race,” Louijeune said. Louijeune launched her cam- the 39 bus and Chang-Díaz added, “Achiev- paign for Boston City Council convenient to the Roxbury, and the South End. Auto-Rite Orange Line “I’m proud to endorse Ruthzee ing this equitable vision for our At-Large on March 16, and has Louijeune for Boston City Coun- city will require teamwork of the raised more year-to-date than cilor At-Large. Ruthzee has a deepest kind. Ruthzee’s record, any candidate for Boston City Call for an 617-522-4444 deep understanding of the issues and her deeply personal com- Council At-Large, breaking Bos- www.MorrisonsAutoRite.com appointment that face Bostonians, because mitment to working families and ton fundraising records for a first she’s one of us. Whether as an immigrant families, are what I’m time candidate. Her campaign Outstanding Service since 1969 attorney representing families looking for in a teammate for this has raised more than $140K for in housing court or an advocate change making. Please join me in since its inception. Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 • 5

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Upcoming Events at the MAYOR JANEY VISITS NCKLS & DIMES JP Historical Society

May is National Preservation Month and Jamaica Plain Historical Society (JPHS) hopes you will take some time to appreciate the wealth of historic buildings we have in Jamaica Plain. They help make our neighborhood so wonderful. Please also join us to make sure our historic buildings are preserved for future generations to enjoy!

Book Talk Tour Season Starts heavy rain. No reservations are It is Preservation Month, so we For the past 25 years, the required, just meet the guide at asked our City Archaeologist, Joe Jamaica Plain Historical Soci- the starting location. Bagley to talk about his new book ety has led a series of historic View the schedule online at Boston’s Oldest Buildings and walking tours in the neighbor- https://www.jphs.org/2021-walk- Where to Find Them. Several of hood each summer. 2020 saw us ing-tours/ the locations featured in the book make a few modifications to keep are in Jamaica Plain. The fifty everyone safe and the same will Event Recordings buildings featured in this book be true for 2021. But we hope Missed one of our winter/spring all pre-date 1800 and illustrate you will come out (in a mask) to virtual events? Don’t worry, Boston’s early history. Tuesday, learn more about any one of the we’re posting the recordings on May 25 at 7:00 p.m. seven fascinating locations we our website so you can watch This event is free and open to tour. Several tours are now also them at your leisure. We are so the public but pre-registration offered in Spanish too! First up: pleased that so many people have is required so we can send you Monument Square on Saturday, been able to participate and we the Zoom link. May 22. are also glad our speakers are al- Pre-register here: All JPHS tours are free to the lowing us to post the recordings. Mayor Kim Janey visited local store Nckls & Dimes on Centre https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ public. Tours start on Saturday Check the ‘Latest Items’ section St. on Saturday afternoon April 24. Brie Pullum (left) the owner book-talk-bostons-oldest-build- at 11:00 a.m. sharp. Our tours on our website. of the store was on hand to greet the Mayor adding,” I was ings-and-where-to-find-them- last between 60 and 90 min- pleasantly surprised and very grateful for her recognition and tickets-138045157783 utes and are canceled in case of to also be a part of history. “

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Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 • 9 Jamaica Plain Gazette • January 4, 2002 •  JP’s Castro Aranda passionate about offering mediation services

By Lauren Bennett years as an immigration lawyer, He said in 2001, he was first adding that “CDSC opened so he said. “It’s been a struggle in he said that mediation work is trained by the a mediation and many doors for me” by offering many ways.” Jamaica Plain Gazette • January 4, 2002 • 1 Jamaica Plain resident An- “something that I’ve always felt negotiation program at Harvard, things like conflict workshops He said especially with the tonio Castro Aranda, a former passionate about from when I where he volunteered as a medi- and training on various different courts being closed for so long, immigration lawyer, switched was much younger.” ator. conflict management issues. it was difficult in that respect as gears years ago to do mediation He said he has an “inclination Castro Aranda became in- He said that although he gets well, but now courts are opening and conflict resolution work for to help others communicate in volved with CDSC after a friend paid to work for Metropolitan up and allowing for Zoom medi- nonprofits in the Boston area— different ways to address diffi- who was a mediator provided Mediation Services, “I offer my- ation to occur. something he said he was always cult situations or challenges,” as him with a contact at the orga- self as a volunteer for CDSD,” He said he and others “went felt a connection to. well as “facilitate communication nization. He reached out and set as “I get such a good vibe from through a period of training to Castro Aranda now volun- that could help or lead to transi- up a meeting to talk about his there” and he is grateful for the make sure people could do me- teers at the Community Dispute tion from a conflict.” eagerness to volunteer with the opportunities they have provided diation through Zoom.” Settlement Center (CDSC) in As an attorney, he said “My organization. him over the years. Castro Aranda also said that Cambridge, and works for Met- training [and] instinct was al- “CDSC assists in mediating During the pandemic, Castro people have been responding ropolitan Mediation Services in ways to litigate and go to court conflicts including divorce, sep- Aranda said that he and other well to the virtual mediation Brookline. He moved to Jamaica and things like that.” aration and marital mediation, mediators had to transition their sessions. Plain in 2007, where he lives He said that when he was eldercare, issues related to the services to Zoom, as did many He added that he is grateful with his wife, who is a teacher exposed to mediation around the LGBTQ community, housing industries. But prior to COVID, to CDSD for the opportunity to at English High School, and his year 2000, he thought “Wow, this and consumer disputes, neigh- these services were done in per- learn and grow as a mediator. kids, who attend school nearby. is really cool, this is really a dif- bors and workplace conflicts,” son “99.9 percent of the time.” “They gave me so many opportu- “Everything is there in JP,” he ferent process than I was used to. according to a release. Mediation requires conversa- nities to learn,” he said, “I want said. “I love the neighborhood.” That opened my eyes to look for He eventually got a part time tion between people, which natu- to give to them.” He said that when he “tran- more opportunities to be trained job that allowed him to further rally lends itself to an in-person sitioned careers” after nearly 15 in mediation.” delve into the world of mediation, setting, but “you have to adjust,” Janey announces expanded services at City Hall, BPL, BCYF By Lauren Bennett which is below the threshold of Hall, the Boston Public Library, provide safe and accessible space look like. five percent. and the Boston Centers for Youth for young residents and increase She continued, “to make a Acting Mayor Kim Janey “There’s also encouraging and Families (BCYF) beginning children’s programming,” such full and equitable recovery from held a press conference on May news in our hospitals,” Janey in June. as game nights, arts and crafts the pandemic, we must continue 11, where she announced some said. “COVID-related ER visits “Starting June 7, Boston City activities, and fitness classes. to do what works in the City updates to the city’s reopening decreased by six percent over a Hall will be open to the public by She also said that the city is of Boston,” such as mask wear- plans, as well as spoke about the two week period,” she said. She appointment four days a week, looking at “accelerating Bostons ing, keeping distant from others, “encouraging” public health data also said that there are currently and residents will be able to reopening timeline in light of the hand washing, and getting vacci- in the city regarding COVID-19. 75 Bostonians hospitalized with book appointments online Mon- improving public health metric nated. “There is no higher priority COVID-19, which is “one of the days, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and metrics across all of Boston’s “Working together,” Janey in my administration than the lowest numbers recorded since Fridays,” she said. For more in- communities,” but no announce- said, “we can ensure Boston’s equitable recovery from this pan- the start of the pandemic.” formation about which services ment has been made yet regard- reopening is a safe one.” demic,” Janey said, later adding On the vaccine front, “more will be available in person and ing details of what that might that “the latest data show en- than 64 percent of all residents to book an appointment, visit couraging trends.” age 16 and older have gotten boston.gov. Janey said that over the past at least one shot,” Janey said. Also in June, the Boston Pub- two weeks, new confirmed cas- “We are working hard to engage lic Library will For“reopen forYour limit- For Your es of COVID-19 in Boston have residents who have still not been ed in-person services. All of our dropped by 38 percent. There vaccinated.” library locations will prioritize HealtH Mind & BodY have been an average of 80.1 Both mass vaccination clin- services that helpHealtH residents with Mind & BodY new positive cases per day, and ics in Boston—the Hynes Con- economic and educationalFor Your recov- RCoaChiNG aND CoUNSELiNG CHIROPRACTORS the citywide positivity rate has vention Center in the Back Bay ery alongR withCoaChiNG summer aND programs CoUNSELiNG for growth andCHIROPRACTORS development. New group starting this fall. for growth and development. New group starting this fall. decreased by 1.3 points to 2.4 and the Reggie Lewis Center— for kids and adults,” Janey said. 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By Lauren Bennett that “we are proposing a side- For Proposal will go out, and the create a new third-floor unit, and PUBLIC SERVICE walk that you can see on the team said that that has already create additional rear access; COMMITTEE The Jamaica Plain Neighbor- right side of Allandale [St.] that occurred, but regulatory approv- 4). 3815 Washington Street As previously reported by the hood Council (JPNC) met virtu- leads you up to the entry drive al from the city is still needed. in which The Croft School seeks Gazette, the Public Service Com- ally on April 27, where members into the garage,” as well as a A pre-construction contract has to expand existing educational mittee heard a proposal for a heard a presentation about the crosswalk that connects to the been awarded, and the team said use on ground and first floor to Common Victualler seven day all Brigham and Women’s Faulkner other side of the street towards that construction could begin in second floor; alcoholic beverages license and Hospital expansion plans, as well Springhouse. late fall at the “absolute earliest.” 5.) 12 and 14 Ennis Road to an entertainment license for The as committee updates. Landscape architect Mark JPNC member Michael Reis- combine lots at 12 and 14 Ennis Haven restaurant to move into Susan Dempsey, Vice Pres- Glover said that 88 trees will kind said that the “main problem Road and build two unattached the former Bella Luna Restau- ident of Clinical Services for be removed as part of this proj- to be is you don’t know if you’re two-family dwellings with six (6) rant & Milky Way Lounge space an urban hospital or a suburban at the Brewery Complex. The Brigham and Women’s Faulkner ect, but 182 new trees will be off-street parking spaces; hospital.” He said the community proposed closing hour is 1am, Hospital, said that the project planted. Though the caliper sizes 6). 203 Chestnut Avenue feels as though it’s urban but this and Jason Waddleton will be the is currently “in the BPDA com- will differ and the trees will be to add a third floor on top of plan with the amount of parking manager. Also proposed was a ment period for our institutional planted smaller to allow for a existing second floor bump-out proposed feels as though it’s sub- seasonal, 60 seat outdoor patio master plan,” and is working better survival rate, the trees to create master bedroom; urban. that would close at 11pm. on presenting the plans to the will eventually fill in to create a 7). 8 Alveston Street to demol- community. “robust woodland,” Glover said. “What are your plans for im- The full council voted to ap- ish existing garage and build “The major focus of the proj- Transportation consultant provement of transit since you’ve prove the license. new attached garage per plans; ect is to get more in-patient beds Christina Hodge said that “driv- met with the MBTA?” he asked. 8). 93-95 Hyde Park Avenue on campus,” she said. She said in- ing is a must for many people The team said that they have HOUSING AND to change occupancy to permit creases in patient facilities have who come to the hospital,” such asked the MBTA to increase ser- DEVELOPMENT tenant fit-out and use as veteri- not taken place since 1976, and as doctors and other employees. vices to the hospital, but at the COMMITTEE nary office and veterinary med- there are currently 171 beds at She added that “ultimately the time of the meeting the MBTA Housing and Development ical clinic; the hospital. hospital isn’t looking to built any was looking to reduce service Committee member Marvin The proposal is to add 78 more parking than they think because of the pandemic. The 9). 1589 Columbus Avenue Mathelier reported on the com- new in-patient beds and 505 new they need,” as it is expensive to team said that the MBTA does to change occupancy from dry mittee’s discussion of the sale of parking spaces. build parking. not have plans to increase ser- cleaner to adult use cannabis the Blessed Sacrament church “We are adding a second MRI Hodge also talked about bike vice there. retailer with interior alterations with the Hyde Square Task and angiography suite which we parking, which will be offered at Reiskind proposed the subsi- and exterior renovations. The Force, saying that a potential do not have, which we should,” the front garage as well as in the dization of the 38 bus that comes building will remain the same buyer “would have to prioritize Dempsey said, as well as an “ex- new replacement garage in the every 14 minutes and would size on the same footprint; community benefit over finan- cial benefit,” and to listen to tended recovery unit to support back. Additionally, there will be a more rapidly take patients to 10). 87-89 West Walnut and from the hospital. the “voices and concerns” of the procedural and surgical areas.” 25 space Bluebikes station along Park to change occupancy from JPNC member Bernie Latin Quarter community, which The addition will connect to the Centre. St., but the team is still two-family to three-family dwell- Doherty said that he is con- has a huge stake in that building existing hospital building. working on exact placement with ing and extend living space into cerned with the lack of involve- and what is is used for. She said that additional park- the city. basement. ment of the community earlier in ing spaces are needed to meet “It will help complement all The recommendation at 632- the process, but not every other ELECTION/OUTREACH current and future demand for the needs for bike parking on the 638 Centre St. was to deny, as the council member agreed with his COMMMITTEE the hospital. The existing lower site.” project had originally been ap- comments. Max Glikman reported that garage in the rear of the build- Hodge said there is an issue proved for nine units and three the election is still on for July, ing is “well past its useful life,” with speeding on Allandale St., stories but Zoning Committee ZONING COMMITTEE as previously discussed by the she said, as it was built in 1973. so the team has committed to chair Dave Baron said that “in There were 10 zoning matters Council. He said that after the The proposed new garage will installing speed limit signs with heard by the Zoning Committee the middle of the project,” the Council’s monthly meeting in have 330 more spaces than that embedded radar as part of this in April, most of which were ap- team proposed “twice as many May, nomination papers will be garage. The front garage was project as well in an effort to proved by the committee: units and an additional story.” made available. designed in such a way that more reduce speeding in the area. 1). 632-638 Centre Street There were many neighbors con- “That will give folks I believe stories can be built on top. The team said that recent to construct additional story cerned about the new proposal, about a month to gather signa- The current garage has 750 presentations have been made (fourth floor) on existing build- and both the Zoning Committee tures; to nominate themselves,” spaces in the back, and the front to the Jamaica Hills Association, ing and change occupancy from 9 and the city’s Zoning Board of Glikman said. There will be garage has 190 spaces. Springhouse, Rogerson Commu- residential units with office and Appeal denied the project. in-person elections in July, and Additionally, an accessible nities, and the West Roxbury retail to 18 residential units and All other projects were ap- the Council had also previously ramp will be built on the Centre Neighborhood Council. 4 commercial (retail and office) proved by the full Council. discussed a mail in option and St. side. JPNC member Bernie spaces; drop-boxes as well. Architect Hogie Fritsch said Doherty asked when the Request 2). 180-190 Hyde Park Av- enue to convert building from three commercial spaces to four spaces (180 Hyde Park Avenue to remain retail, 182 to be con- verted from retail to food service/ caf, 184 to be converted from retail to church with gatherings, legal services, and community outreach, 188 to remain retail/ salon); Brendan Behan Pub 3). 22 Castleton Street to 378A Centre Street change occupancy from a 2 to Jamaica Plain a 3-family residential dwelling, Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 • 11 Baker provides details on COVID vaccines for teenagers; announces forthcoming employer vaccination program By Lauren Bennett ing sites in certain areas across to be administered to kids of will be able to book appointments people in hardest hit communi- the state, will be expanded those ages, “and today, the advi- or access a walk-up appointment ties. Governor Charlie Baker on through the end of September, sory committee on immunization beginning on Thursday, May 13,” Finally, Baker announced Wednesday toured Moderna’s Baker announced on Wednesday. practices will meet and make a Baker said. that the state will soon launch an laboratory facility in Norwood The program was originally sup- recommendation on this approv- He also said that he is employer vaccination program, and provided an update on posed to end on June 30. al,” Baker said. “pleased” that Moderna is also which will allow employers to COVID-19 and vaccinations in Baker announced that three “This group represents about working on approval of its vac- schedule blocks of time for their the state. million Massachusetts residents 400,000 individuals here in the cine for those under the age of employees to get vaccinated at Baker said that as of Tues- are fully vaccinated, and almost Commonwealth and we’re work- 18. one of the state’s mass vaccina- day, Massachusetts saw 472 new 74 percent of adults have re- ing with our providers and our “We applaud their progress tion sites, or schedule a time for COVID cases from around 42,000 ceived at least one dose of the mass vaccination sites and oth- and look forward to Moder- a mobile vaccine clinic to come to tests. He also said the seven vaccine. ers to put plans in place to vacci- na’s vaccine working their way the workplace. day average positive test rate is Massachusetts is “one of only nate this group once we received through this important and rig- He said more information on 1.32 percent, which is down to five states in the country that word of a final approval.” orous approval process as well,” this program will be announced a similar percentage than had has crossed that 70 percent mile- He said that any parents who he said. soon. been seen last fall. He said that stone,” Baker said. have questions about the vaccine Massachusetts still remains “The vaccine is free to every- 441 Massachusetts residents are He also announced that the should reach out to their prima- on track to reach its target of one, and it remains the best way currently hospitalized with the state is making preparations to ry care provider or their child’s vaccinating more than 4 million for folks to protect themselves virus, and 117 are in the ICU. vaccinate 12-15 year olds, fol- pediatrician. people by the beginning of June, their loved ones, their neighbors, The state’s “Stop the Spread” lowing the FDA authorization “Pending the CDC’s approval but Baker said that “we have a and their coworkers,” Baker said. initiative, which offers free test- on Monday for the Pfizer vaccine for this group, people age 12-15 lot of work to do” still to reach Several JP organizations receive Boston Cultural Council grants

By John Lynds the third year in a row to Jamai- cilitate their development into and $5,000. This funding strate- and ideas of the Boston Creates ca Plain’s OrigiNation Cultur- well-rounded, productive citizens gy aims to better support small- cultural plan. Several Jamaica Plain al Arts Center. The center was within their families and com- to medium-sized organizations. A virtual reception celebrat- non-profits will receive a por- awarded an additional $5,000 munities. Organizations were evaluated ing this year’s grantees will be tion of the latest round of Boston for meaningfully addressing For the second year in a row on a series of criteria, including livestreamed to the Mayor’s Of- Cultural Council grants totaling diversity, equity, and inclusion grant amounts were determined diversity of the organization, ser- $489,000. in leadership, board, staff, and by budget size. Organizations vice to historically underrepre- fice of Arts and Culture’s Face- OrigiNation Cultural Arts programming, and their ongoing with budgets under $2 million sented populations, benefit to the book page (@ArtsinBoston) on Center, the Jamaica Plain Arts work to serve historically under- received grants between $2,000 public, and reflection of the goals May 20, 2021 from 6-7 p.m. Council, JP Movie Night and represented groups. the Hyde Square Task Force will Founded in 1994 by Artistic join 150 other Boston arts and Director Shaumba-Yandje Dib- cultural organizations in shar- inga, OrigiNation is a non-profit ing $489,000 through the Boston organization that produces inno- CITY OF BOSTON Cultural Council grant program. vative performing arts programs Acting Mayor Kim Janey, to- that motivate, challenge, and in- MERCURY RECOVERY PROGRAM gether with the Mayor’s Office of spire youth to be the best they Arts and Culture and the Boston can be. Thermometers Mercury Switches Cultural Council (BCC), made “We offer quality dance, the- the announcement last month. ater arts, and African history Thermostats Fluorescent Lamps Janey said these grants sup- education,” said the group in a port the organizations’ general statement. “Special emphasis is operating expenses, with the goal placed on teaching young people Elemental Mercury Sphygmomanometers of enhancing the quality of life in between the ages of 2 through 18 (Blood Pressure Units) Boston through the arts. the importance of self-respect, “The arts are integral to en- health, nutrition, education, PLEASE BRING THESE PRODUCTS CONTAINING MERCURY TO: suring our city is a culturally self-esteem, and the extent of vibrant place where everyone is African influences on various able to thrive,” said Janey. “These contemporary art forms.” HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DROP OFF organizations have done incred- Every year OrigiNation ible work over the past year to serves close to 150 young people engage our communities during through its on-site programs in SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2021 AD SPONSORED BY such a difficult time, and we are Jamaica Plain and an additional 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. proud to support them as they 1,500 youth through its off-site WASTE continue to carry out this much programs. Central DPW Facility 400 Frontage Road, Boston INNOVATIONS needed work.” OrigiNation also implements WIN Boston Residents Only - Proof of Residency Required The Boston Cultural Coun- special initiatives to raise its cil also awarded the Modeling students’ awareness about per- Find a full list of acceptable items at: Boston.gov/hazardous-waste Equity Organization grant for tinent social issues and to fa- hazardous-waste 12 • Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 Principal Bott doubled down on equity when Mendell School changed demographically

By Seth Daniel to attract white, middle-income to stay in our school community, leadership and commitment to and upper-income families,” she you have to accept these children.” consistent communication with There are a lot of narratives in said. “We are about 30 percent Now, at the Mendell, all the her school community, through- the Boston Public Schools (BPS) white now and we were about 5 students sit shoulder to shoulder out the pandemic, in particu- that suggest when neighborhood percent before. Sometimes there learning together – and it has lar, has been a beacon of hope demographics change, and a is a narrative that a school im- not hurt academic achievement for the entire school and BPS school gets more white students, proves and gets better because as some might have thought. at large,” said Cassellius. “Her then it improves, but that’s not it becomes more white. I don’t Together with her team of dy- work to provide inclusive and the story that award-winning accept that at all. I think the namic educators, committed fam- equitable environments in which Principal Julia Bott has to tell shift pushed me as a school lead- ilies, and amazing students, Bott her students thrive is admirable has collaboratively facilitated the about the improvement of the er who is white and overseeing a and aligned with the strategic Mendell’s transformation from Ellis Mendell School in Egleston school mostly of people of color, vision of Boston Public Schools. an under-performing elementa- Square – a K-5 elementary school to put that on a balance that we Because of school leaders like Ju- ry school on the brink of “turn- drawing about 300 kids from Rox- affirm…I would argue the shift around” status to a high-achiev- lia, we can confidently proclaim bury and JP. in demographics pushed me as a ing, fully-inclusive school com- that BPS has some of the best Bott was announced this leader to decide what community Principal Julia Bott of the Ellis munity that proudly embraces talent in the Commonwealth. week at the 2021 Thomas C. we wanted to be.” Mendell School in Egleston their shared values of inclusivity, Julia goes above and beyond to Bott, a Boston College grad- Passios Elementary Principal of Square has won two major excellence, and agency. promote the culture of inclu- uate, began her career at the the Year, and also the National awards for her 11-year career Among those values is a sion, anti-racism and excellence Gardner Pilot in Allston, and Elementary School Principal of of leading the Mendell – a strong curriculum based on an- we foster throughout our entire the Year by the Massachusetts then was encouraged to move ti-racism teaching that starts district. Julia would say she’s her talents to the Mendell as an leadership based on breaking School Administrators Associa- early so that children under- lucky to have her students and assistant principal. She served in down biases and including tion (MSAA). This week, she said everyone in the circle of stand why systems are the way staff, but they are just as lucky she considers it an award for that role for two years, and then to have her.” became acting principal for six educational achievement. they are, why some achieve and the entire staff and the school others don’t – and particular- Acting Mayor Kim Janey – noting they have improved all months. Then, on July 1, 2010, said like the sports teams in she took the reins of the Mendell and LatinX students far more ly why the deck seems stacked students by focusing on inclu- Boston that have made us the to become principal, and is now than white students, and can against some children and not sion, aspiration to excellence and ‘City of Champions,’ there are serving her 11th year in that role. serve as a de facto form of seg- others. taking agency. also unsung heroes like Bott who A big part of her success has regation. “Kids as young as 5 start And instead of improvement been including everyone in the “The sub-separate setting learning oppression that ear- embody and pass on that same by demographic change, she said same circle, including putting can be a form of racism because ly,” she said. “If you don’t start winning spirit. the demographic changes only substantially-separate special they take students of color out telling kids about systems and “BPS is home to world-class pushed her and her staff to dou- education students in the gen- of the running for opportunities structures that perpetuate prob- educators and administrators,” ble down their efforts to raise up eral classroom, and fighting and that changes the trajectory lems and not putting that on said Janey. “I am elated to know all the children – and if accolades against the pushback that came of their lives,” she said. “We got individual people, but on the the 2021 MSAA Elementary are any indicator, it has worked. from that decision. Such sub- pushback from the white com- system – kids will internalize School Principal of the Year “JP went through some signif- stantially separate settings are munity who didn’t want their it. Our commitment to inclusion award belongs to one of our very icant gentrification and we began known in Boston to affect Black kids with those kids. So, we also and in particular about race is own school leaders. Principal pushed back and said if you want something I know Boston is work Bott reflects Boston’s core val- on, but I didn’t have a real sense ues in her school community by where the state was at. I was advancing the educational rigor, surprised to get the award. As a collaboration, and achievement Virtual Public Meeting white woman aspiring to be an our great city is known for. I ally, I am proud to stand shoulder congratulate Julia and the entire to shoulder with colleagues that Mendell School staff for their do this incredible work every hard work and dedication on be- Doyle’s Café Project day…I feel very strongly this half of our students and families.” isn’t my award, but the school Added School Committee Thursday, May 20 Zoom Link: bit.ly/3eYZgrF community and families.” Chair Alexandra Oliver-Dávila, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864 The Boston Schools Fund has “Principal Bott has led the Men- Meeting ID: 161 953 7382 worked closely with the Mendell dell School tirelessly. It is no Project Proponent: for some time, and are helping wonder to hear that she has been Watermark Development, Inc. them implement a re-centering grant. Director Will Austin had selected to receive such a pres- Project Description: nothing but praise for Bott’s work. tigious award. Julia measures The project consists of a full renovation of Doyle’s Café, including a new 4,178 SF urban grocery “Principal Bott has been an and monitors the achievement of market and construction of new 4-story addition of residential condominiums located above excellent partner with Boston each student, ensuring they have the urban market. A proposed new 4-story residential building containing seven (7) new units Schools Fund,” he said. “We are a solid educational foundation, including covered parking for restaurant goers and grocery market buyers located at grade. inspired by her commitment to regardless of their background.

academic excellence, equity, and She is one of the many examples Updated Program will include Phase 2 a future residential structure located at 69 Williams of amazing leaders who make Street consisting of 6 condominium units with off-street parking for 6 vehicles. The unit mix will joy at the Mendell. The Mendell include two (2) one-bedroom units and four (4) three-bedroom units. is a proof point that all children a difference within BPS, and I can and should have access to a join the School Committee in mail to: Lance Campbell quality education regardless of congratulating her on this honor Boston Planning & Development Agency race, ability, or address.” and thanking her for her extraor- One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Close of Comment Period: Supt. Brenda Cassellius said dinary leadership.” Boston, MA 02201 6/4/2021 phone: 617.918.4311 Boston Public Schools was lucky Bott said that while the email: [email protected] to have her dedication in a school achievement has been validated, that is a beacon of hope for every it doesn’t mean the work is over. BostonPlans.org @BostonPlans school in the district. Teresa Polhemus, Executive Director/Secretary “Her innovative approach to Continued on Page 13 Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 • 13 Dr. Hutton receives Stanley L. Robbins Award for Excellence in Teaching Jamaica Plain resident Eliza- “Dr. Hutton is simply superb Another colleague describes patient unit at Boston Medical beth Hutton, MD, assistant pro- as an educator and at giving her as possessing the character- Center. According to a colleague, fessor of medicine and pediatrics, feedback,” said a BUSM col- istics that all educators should she is attentive to educational has been recognized with Boston league. “Students routinely tell have—engagement in student concerns from an administrative University School of Medicine’s me that she gives them some of learning, a clear sense of student level in her role running the in- (BUSM) highest teaching honor, the most detailed, specific and expectations, ability to provide patient service. “Over the years the Stanley L. Robbins Award for actionable feedback. In addi- specific feedback to learners and she has innovated ways in which Excellence in Teaching. tion, she is a strong advocate for willingness to create and enact hospitalist faculty can contribute The annual award honors an our students. Whether there is an action plan to help learners to education and has routinely outstanding educator and ac- a struggling student on service improve. “Her ability to identify gone above and beyond in her or one who excels, Dr. Hutton consideration for how to set up a Dr. Elizabeth Hutton. knowledges the importance of struggling learners in a timely finds ways to support those who fashion and report it to course service that can really assess the teaching skills and commitment care between inpatient and out- need help and makes time in her leadership along with an action competency of medical students,” to students and education. It was patient providers and childhood busy schedule to independently plan of steps to help the learner added another colleague. established in recognition of the onset chronic disease. reach out to residency programs improve, has been so valuable to Hutton’s research interests She completed her medi- exceptional teaching and devo- to offer her words on behalf of ap- assisting our students to meet include medical education, qual- tion to students exemplified by cine-pediatrics residency pro- plicants so that they can achieve their expectations.” ity improvement in inpatient gram at Brigham & Women’s Stanley L. Robbins, MD, former their residency program aspira- Hutton serves as the medi- pediatric care, faculty develop- professor and chair of pathology. Hospital and Boston Children’s tions.” cal director of the pediatric in- ment, improving coordination of Hospital.

said. “Our community of learners pacted by historical marginaliza- cational Leadership at Boston President Kamala Harris, some- Bott will continue to work together tion: people of color, immigrants, College this July. She will be thing that would be a powerful to uproot and unlearn our bi- and the LGBTQ+ community.” presented with an award from image for her students. Continued from page 12 ases and deepen our collective Bott is a two-time graduate of the MSAA at their annual Sum- “I would like to meet Kamala knowledge of culturally and lin- Boston College, earning a bach- mer Leadership Institute in July Harris and take a picture with In fact, she said this kind of work guistically sustaining practices. elor’s degree in English and a to celebrate her influence on the her – she being a significant starts every day with a choice to This benefits all students, but in master’s degree in Educational Mendell School community and woman of leadership, a woman move forward, or not. particular, it centers the voices, Administration, and a degree in the district at large. of color, an Asian woman and a “Antiracism is a verb: a daily ideas, contributions, and experi- Moderate Special Needs. She will At the ceremony this summer, child of immigrants,” she said. “It commitment, a choice we must ences of those communities that also begin post-graduate studies she said she hopes to be able to would be a powerful representa- make over and over again,” she have been most profoundly im- to pursue a doctorate in Edu- get a photo of herself with Vice tion for my students.”

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SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT AT: mass.gov/CovidVaccine Commonwealth of Massachusetts 14 • Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 RoslindaleNeighbors Roslindale author releases new thriller book By Lauren Bennett devastation brought on by Hur- len goods—after he is arrested ricane Katrina. In the aftermath for the murder of Jeannine’s cap- Roslindale resident and au- of the storm, she believed she’d tors, whose bodies have recently thor R.B. Wood just released his been saved, but soon found her- been found. But Jeannine dis- newest novel, Bayou Whispers, self held hostage and sexually covers more than she bargained and if supernatural thrillers are exploited, rescued months later for when she uncovers a family your style, this book is for you. by sheriff’s deputy Curtis Jones. history of dark voodoo magic According to the book’s Twelve years after Katrina, and an unholy alliance with an description, it’s “the story of Jeannine is a new attorney who ancient evil Haitian god.” no-nonsense New Orleans na- returns to New Orleans to save Wood did not begin his career tive, Jeannine LaRue, the sole her old friend Curtis Jones—now as a writer. He grew up in New survivor of her family after the a local thief and trafficker of sto- York, and as a financial services consultant, has traveled to about 80 countries around the world. “About five years ago, I had a series of unfortunate medical the book. “I like to tell sites events,” Wood said, and “realized that people would, not enjoy a I couldn’t do what I used to do.” thriller.” The character of Jean- literary expert.” So he decided he had to make a nine LaRue is based off of a Wood started working on the career switch. friend of Wood’s who had stage book when he was at Emerson As a young person, Wood said four colon cancer at the age of College. “It was my thesis story,” he always enjoyed writing stories 36 and unfortunately ended up he said, and the original intent using crayons on paper. passing away. He said she was was for it to be a “pure horror He decided to go back to Em- “a sweetheart and incredibly story.” erson College for his MFA, and strong,” and felt that she was a Wood described his first nov- settled on writing horror and good person to base the strong el, The Prodigal’s Foole, as an thriller stories after graduating character of Jeannine on. “urban fantasy” that “deals with in 2019. “This is a survival story,” angels, deals with demons,” and “Originally I was a science Wood said of the book, which fol- an “idiot caught in the middle Building community together. fiction fan,” he said, adding that lows LaRue as she is rescued by who’s trying to get in the mid- “horror really is the only genre a police officer, Curtis Jones, fol- dle of things.” He said he had Serving the Roslindale community for that’s emotion-based; there’s a lowing Hurricane Katrina, who planned on writing a follow up to reaction to it.” then “turns to a life of crime.” more than 20 years. it, but he said it’s “hard to write He said what he likes about Later on, Jeannine is an at- a book series.” the genre is “building tension” torney in New York and when He said that his other pub- and “throwing everyday charac- Ellen + Janis Real Estate Team she heads to New Orleans to lished works are shorter fiction — ters into an extraordinary situa- save Jones, “she begins to discov- pieces that can be found o the 617.971.8940 | [email protected] tion to see how they would react.” er who she is, and that’s import- internet or in different antholo- ellenandjanisteam.com He said reading Stephen ant,” Wood said. “Who she is is gies. 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He does have an ed- postponed due to the pandemic has shone on firefighters during ucational connection to his wife’s and travel restrictions. the pandemic, Jack replied, “I hometown of Revere. “We were planning our wed- wouldn’t say I’ve been noticing “I did my thesis in 2019 on ding for a third time for some- how people have been treating revitalizing Revere as a gate- where in the United States and me, but I’ve been treating peo- way city,” said Jack, “Revere hits then we ended up winning this ple with the utmost sincerity home to me in many ways. I re- sweepstakes,” said Michelle. because you never know what ally love Revere Beach. Michele The couple submitted a heart- someone else is going through. and I have been to Bianchi’s Piz- felt video for the Boston Harbor I don’t see myself as a hero,” za, but she still hasn’t brought Hotel contest and a few days Jack Giordano proposes to his future bride, Michele Umbro. continued Jack. “I think we just me to Kelly’s Roast Beef.” later Michele and Jack were no- do the jobs we do with the re- Jack recalled conversing tified that they were finalists for and champagne for ten guests sources and tools that we have. At with Revere Mayor Brian Arrigo the grand prize. served during dinner. On Being a Hero the end of the day, we just want to during his research for his thesis. “When we actually went to There will be also white lin- Both Michele and Jack were help people and promote the com- “We talked at length about the Boston Harbor Hotel, they ens, ballroom chairs, flowers from asked about the recognition that munities to stay safe and healthy the city – he’s a really, really nice surprised us and said we were The Wedding Collection by Win- they have received deservedly as and increase the quality of life – I guy,” recalled Jack. “This was the the winners,” said Michele. ston Flowers, including a dining heroic first responders, working think that’s a team collaborative week before the election, so I was “I want to say Michele and I room centerpiece, a bride’s clas- to help others during the pan- effort on the whole healthcare like, ‘he has other things to worry are just grateful for this oppor- sic white rose bouquet, a groom’s demic. front, protective services as well. about,’ and there he was talking tunity because it’s been a very white rose bouquet, and flowers “I wouldn’t look at myself as It’s just an honor to be part of with me for more than hour.” challenging past couple of years for the parents of the bride and being a hero,” Michele responded this huge team that’s helping our Jack has been a resident of trying to have a wedding during groom and the best man and humbly. “I think definitely at communities thrive during this.” Roslindale since 2014 and home- a pandemic,” related Jack. maid of honor. the hospital we’ve all worked owner since 2015. He attended The hairstyling and make- as such a good team and I was Advice for Other Couples Bay State College and holds a An Amazing Wedding Cere- up for the bridal party will be really proud to be part of that Jack had some good advice Master’s degree from Northeast- mony and Reception compliments of Megan Graham team. I think the real heroes for other couples who are in the ern in Security and Resliency. He The Boston Harbor Hotel’s Beauty. The couple will enjoy a are those doctors and nurses planning stages for their wed- is currently pursuing a second “Heartfelt Thanks to Health- one-night stay in the one-bed- that are working one on one dings. Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity. care Heroes” Microwedding for room John Adams Presidential with those patients, but with- “To all the newly engaged He is enjoying life in one of Michele and Jack will include Suite and breakfast for two in out radiology and all the other couples who have been trying Boston’s most vibrant neighbor- the following: Wedding cere- the suite the next morning. And departments – we all just work to figure out how they’re going hoods. “I love living in Roslin- mony in the Presidential Suite not leaving anything uncovered, together. Without radiology, they to plan a wedding during the dale,” said Jack in a telephone overlooking Boston Harbor; ta- the Boston Harbor Hotel will wouldn’t know the diagnostics of pandemic, I think the most im- interview this week. “I’m actual- bleside cocktail service; plated provide free parking. looking into the X-rays and MRIs portant thing is to see this as a ly watering the grass right now.” hors d’oeuvres; sit-down three- According to sources, actor and CTs – so it’s a team effort steppingstone in learning how course dinner by Chef Daniel George Clooney was recently a and I’m really proud to be a part to become stronger partners to- A Five-Year Journey Bruce; wedding cake; and wine guest in the John Adams Presi- of the Brigham.” gether,” said Jack. “I’d say the to Wedding Day dential Suite. Jack also accepted the recog- biggest advice is: communicate. “I’m very excited about the nition with grace, stating that it It’s been quite the experience wedding,” said Michele. “It’s fi- is an honor to serve in the Boston and I just think that this is going nally going to happen and we’re Fire Department. “It’s actually to set us up for success in the ArborwayArborway AutoAuto ServiceService CenterCenter just really appreciative and real- an honor to be able to be part future. ly excited and overall very hap- of such a great community and “This has been our first big COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS py.” to help people,” he said.” Every- challenge as a couple together, and it’s made us realize that the EXPIRES most important thing in this life is having each other and having 2 our health and well-being,” add- ed Jack. 0 He sees brighter days ahead 5 2 for all. “As a human race and as history has shown, we tend 2 to be resilient. 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It Roslindale’s weekly positive test rate reported by the also breaks down the number of COVID-19 positive test rate BPHC two weeks ago. cases by age, gender and race. remains well below 5 percent According to the BPHC data, Citywide positive cases of according to the latest data Roslindale’s infection rate was coronavirus increased less than released by the Boston Public at 1022.1 per 10,000 residents one percent last week and went Health Commission (BPHC) last and the total number of cases from 69,441 cases to 70,079 con- Friday. here since the pandemic began firmed cases in a week. Five addi- According to the latest data is 3,452. tional Boston residents died from 929 Roslindale residents were The statistics released by the virus last week and there are tested last week and 2.5 percent the BPHC as part of its weekly now 1,374 total deaths in the city were found to be COVID positive. COVID19 report breaks down from COVID. 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Acting Mayor Kim Janey and her mother, Phyllis, stop and talk with a mother and her daughter PHOTOS BY JOHN WILCOX/MAYOR’S OFFICE Acting Mayor Kim Janey and her mother, Phyllis, in the out for a Mother’s Day bike ride in the Arnold Arboretum. Janey took a Lilac Walk on Mother’s Arboretum framed by the blooming lilacs. Day in the Arnold Arboretum, where the lilacs are currently in full bloom. Gazette Pet of the Week by Sarah Carroll BRUTUS Brutus is a lovable and gorgeous pup! Playtime and snuggle time are both important to him. He loves every human he meets and will always invite you for a game of tug! He likes playtime with other dogs, but prefers to be an only pet so he doesn’t need to share toys or love! He needs room for him to do zoomies, so no small homes or apartment buildings. He’s very motivated by treats, toys, and atten- tion and already knows “sit.” He seems to be housebroken. He’s still working on his leash manners, but does well on a no-pull harness. He dreams of being surrounded by toys of all Refreshing! May and Mother’s Day are a time for the scent of kinds. His silly and lovable antics will be sure lilacs in Boston, and here Acting Mayor Janey smells one of to keep his family entertained as well! Inter- the lilacs in the Arboretum as her mother looks on. ested parties should visit our website: www. buddydoghs.org. For more information about Brutus and or other animals in need of adoption, please contact:

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By Lauren Bennett proposing to extend Stedman St. storage facility has been pre- In the chat, resident Bill Reye- will not be extended into the new and connect it to Stonley Road. sented to abutters, who provided lt said that “if we can’t get them space. The Stonybrook Neighbor- The site has “been a construc- feedback and the latest proposal to do housing/mixed-use, how Jennifer Uhrhane said it was hood Association (SNA) met vir- tion yard for a long time,” Walsh “had taken that into consider- about we push them to devote a “shame” that this project is tually on May 10, where mem- said, and has caused issues with ation.” the majority of the ground-floor even coming up, since the “SNA bers and neighbors heard two abutters, including dust and The proposed building is to artist/makerspace, light-in- advocated for them to not put the development presentations as noise complaints. He said that three stories with a basement, dustrial (i.e., jobs)? Also, could bedrooms on the street” when the well as updates from subcommit- the owners discussed a residen- and the structure meets the we push them to make the struc- proposal for 93 Brookley origi- tees. tial proposal, but they decided it zoning requirement for height, ture convertible to residential in nally came before the organiza- The first development propos- wouldn’t be feasible in the area which is “35 feet from average terms of floor heights, etc.” tion. al was for a self storage facility with the amount density that grade plan,” Walsh said. Resident Bradley Cohen re- “I can’t see how people would at 75 Stedman St. Jay Walsh was would be necessary to make it Additionally, the facility sponded, “I like those ideas, Bill, argue…on this one,” she said, on hand to represent the owners financially feasible. would have 838 units of differing and Caliga’s ideas about public and suggested a way to “break of the property, who are also He said the proposal for the sizes. space, solar etc. It’s a transi- up the front a little bit” with a One of the main questions tional part of the neighborhood, different color band around the that came up is the choice to moving from light industrial to building. build another storage facility in housing. For the sake of future “We could add that,” Abel the neighborhood, with Extra- neighbors, housing means people said. “I agree actually, looking Space storage down the street. means community. The cleanup at it now.” Walsh said that “we thought and link to Stonley Rd are ad- An abutters meeting was held tis use would probably be some- vantages.” on May 4, and the project does thing that addresses the issue” of Overall, SNA members not yet have a date to go before the complaints about the current seemed to think either the stor- the Jamaica Plain Neighborhood site as well as still be “somewhat age facility was not necessary or Council. financially viable.” He said that they didn’t have a strong opinion they have determined there is on it one way or another. Many SUBCOMMITTEE UPDATES still a need for storage space said they would prefer to see Formerly Doyle’s at even with other locations in the something else to go there, espe- 3478-3484 Washington St. area. cially more affordable housing. The proposed project here Another question was raised The second development proj- includes residential housing, a about what zoning variances ect was at 93 Brookley Road to “revived” version of the Doyle’s Caregiver Solutions would be required for this proj- enclose the three porches on each restaurant with a roof deck, and ect. level of the building. a grocery market. Paige Sparks with Meg Hogan, CEO of Boston Senior Home Care Walsh said that the team has Royce Abel, one of the resi- of the project’s subcommittee re- yet to submit the plans for review dents at 93 Brookley said that ported that they are working on I am pleased to introduce you to Caregiver Solutions, a free program by the Zoning Commission, but the reason the residents want to comments for the project, and a of Boston Senior Home Care. there is “anticipated compliant do this project is because “none public meeting will be held on When it comes to caregiving, one size does not fit all. Caregivers use with height and setbacks,” of us really use them,” he said, May 20 from 6-8pm. come in all ages, genders, income levels, and ethnicities. And the but zoning relief will be needed referring to the decks. Addition- Sparks also said that the proj- people they care for are just as diverse. They are their parents, for Floor Area Ratio. ally, they are “built right off of ect has been updated to combine grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, spouses, and children. “This area has been trans- our master bedrooms,” so he said the two phases that were pro- Caregiver Solutions is designed to have a positive impact on your unique caregiving journey, empowering you with the information forming from industrial over that “doesn’t encourage you to posed. The second phase, which you need to provide exceptional care. to housing,” said SNA member bring your neighbors out to your was an apartment building on the Jennifer Uhrhane, adding that front decks.” Also, he said there is corner of Williams and Meehan Most caregivers provide care out of love and a sense of responsibility. But taking on the responsibility of someone else’s affairs, providing PLAN: JP/Rox is “discouraging some street noise currently that Streets, is now part of the rest of household and personal care tasks, administering medications, and storage units being build right in the residents believe enclosing the project and will be considered coordinating medical appointments and other services – all of these this area. They are encouraging the decks will help. together moving forward. are time-consuming, challenging tasks. housing or other types of mixed On the first floor unit, enclos- 97-99 Williams St. Caregiver Solutions can help. Our specially trained professionals use projects.” She wondered how ing the deck will also add some The subcommittee for this will work with you on a care plan based on your needs and connect this project would comply with security for the bedroom, and you with services and supports. We can also offer you occasional the plan. the additional rooms will provide Continued on page 23 relief from caregiving with respite and companion services. And Walsh said that “most of the more office and storage space to our online support groups will help you gain information and learn requirements have to do with each of the units. about resources from others in similar situations. density,” and also mentioned that He said that construction Caregiving has both joys and challenges. With Caregiver Solutions, PLAN: JP/Rox has not been “cod- would take about eight to 10 you can be confident in your caregiving role. ified” in the zoning code, though weeks, and would require zoning You can depend on us. 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By John Lynds positive-- a 18 percent decrease According to the BPHC to 723.4 cases per 10,000 resi- tion rates in each neighborhood. from the 1.7 percent reported by 20,721 residents were tested dents. It also breaks down the number Jamaica Plain’s weekly the BPHC on April 16. and 2.4 percent were COVID An additional 76 Jamaica of cases by age, gender and race. COVID-19 positive test rate de- Of the 36,944 Jamaica Plain res- positive--this was a 31 percent Plain residents became infected Citywide positive cases of creased according to the latest idents tested for COVID since decrease from the 3.5 percent with COVID-19 since April 16 coronavirus increased less than data released by the Boston Pub- the pandemic began, 7.9 per- positive test rate reported by the and the number of total cases one percent last week and went lic Health Commission (BPHC) cent overall were found to be BPHC two weeks ago. here went from 2,845 cases to from 69,441 cases to 70,079 con- last Friday. positive–this was a decrease of According to the BPHC data, 2,921 cases in the neighborhood. firmed cases in a week. Five addi- According to the latest data 1.25 percent from the 8 percent Jamaica Plain’s infection rate in- The statistics released by tional Boston residents died from 1,475 Jamaica Plain residents reported on April 16. creased 2.6 percent since April 16. the BPHC as part of its weekly the virus last week and there are were tested last week and 1.4 Citywide, the weekly positive Jamaica Plain went from COVID19 report breaks down now 1,374 total deaths in the city percent were found to be COVID test rate decreased once again. 704.6 cases per 10,000 residents the number of cases and infec- from COVID.

Jamaica Plain charged with Indecent Assault and Battery on Child By John Lynds day, May 2 with committing an was 4-years-old. proach the 4-year-old victim who prosecutor Amy Parker told a Anthony Jackson, 31, of Ja- was outside playing. A Jamaica Plain man was Indecent Assault and Battery on Roxbury District Court judge maica Plain was arrested fol- The suspect took the four- arrested and charged on Sun- Child in Jamaica Plain. The child during Jackson’s arraignment lowing the incident and charged year-old by the hand, picked her hearing. with: Kidnapping a Child Under up and kissed her. He then took During his arraignment, a Boston man arrested on gun charge in JP 16, and Indecent Assault and several steps while holding her court doctor testified that Jack- By John Lynds Sig Sauer handgun in the area Battery on a Child. and proceeded to walk away. A where the suspect had been seat- Jackson was arraigned in witness yelled to the suspect son has a history of psychiatric The Boston Police arrested a ed as a passenger. Roxbury District Court. to put the child down and then problems and psychiatric hospi- 21-year-old Boston man on gun Van-Rader was immediately The incident occurred just alerted the victim’s family mem- talizations dating back to when charges after a traffic stop in placed in custody without inci- after 6:30 pm on Sunday, May 2. bers who chased the suspect and he was a teen. Jamaica Plain. dent and charged with Unlaw- Boston Police responded to a call were able to stop him in the area. Bail was set at $5,000 but On Sunday, May 9 Police from ful Possession of a Firearm and in a Jamaica Plain neighborhood The victims’ family members revoked by the judge due to District E-13 in Jamaica Plain Unlawful Possession of Ammu- for a report of a fight. kept Jackson in their custody pulled over Michael Van-Rad- nition. Once police arrived on the until police arrived. Jackson’s three other open cas- er, 21, of Boston on Lamartine He was arraigned in Roxbury scene, witnesses told officers that “A witness said that he or she es involving indecency. Defend- Street for a traffic infraction. District Court. Defendents are they observed an unknown male, heard the suspect state to the ents are presumed innocent until During the traffic stop police presumed innocent until proven later identified as Jackson, ap- victim, ‘You’re getting so big,’” proven guilty in a court of law. recovered a loaded .40 caliber guilty in a court of law.

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By Lauren Bennett/ the Gazette, Monty Gold, the lawsuit. much-needed 202 affordable on to the final phase of bidding. Staff Report landlord of the building at 3377 Pine Street Inn and The Com- rental apartment homes, in- The settlement does not Washington St. where Turtle munity Builders issued the fol- cluding 62 income-restricted for change the building we will build A settlement has been Swamp Brewery is located, had lowing statement on May 10: families and 140 units of per- or impact the priorities or the reached in the lawsuit against brought a lawsuit against the The Community Builders manent housing for vulnerable programs that the community the Zoning Board of Appeal deci- ZBA approval, saying that the (TCB), a leading nonprofit devel- men and women moving out of supported. This is a big win for sion to approve the proposed af- project was too big and would oper of mixed-income housing, homelessness. The property will the larger community, and we fordable housing project at 3368 create issues with parking in and Pine Street Inn (PSI), New be managed by TCB with ser- greatly appreciate their outpour- Washington St., which has been the area. His building is located England’s largest homeless ser- vices provided by Pine Street. ing of support. widely supported by the Jamaica across the street from the pro- vices agency, have an agreement We pursued resolution of this The new building will replace Plain community since it was posed development. in place with an abutting com- situation, and it went into medi- the existing PSI warehouse/of- first announced. Many residents and neigh- mercial property owner concern- ation which led to an agreement fice building and create 202 The project, which will be bors spoke out in favor of the ing the Pine Street-owned prop- on several issues. We will now income-restricted apartment developed by Pine Street Inn project, saying that more afford- erty at 3368 Washington Street in move ahead with the project, homes, 140 of which will have and The Community Builders, able housing is needed as soon Jamaica Plain. The abutter had with an anticipated timeline of support services for men and will have 202 units of affordable as possible in the neighborhood. brought a lawsuit challenging the closing and beginning construc- women moving out of homeless- housing, 140 of which will be Many also opposed the lawsuit, Boston Zoning Board of Appeals’ tion in summer 2021. ness. The design, by Boston-based supportive housing units for for- saying that a delay in the proj- (ZBA) unanimous approval of the While we do expect that costs RODE Architects, includes an merly homeless individuals—the ect’s ability to move forward is zoning variance for the project. on the project will be somewhat estimated 18,000 square feet of largest development of this type a detriment. A petition was also This step forward is espe- higher, due to increases in mate- office space on the ground floor, in the city. started by City Life/Vida Urba- cially critical at this time, given rials costs during the passage of along with community space and As previously reported by na, encouraging Gold to drop the that the building will provide time, we are pleased to now move amenities for residents.

S LEGAL NOTICE timely written appearance and & Last) der any keys to that residence The Court ORDERED that the THE TRIAL COURT unsupervised ad ministration is The petition asks the court to COMMONWEALTH objection followed by an affi- Mary Jackson to the Police; (b) not to damage prior order issued be MODIFIED PROBATE AND not required to file an inventory determine that the Respondent OF MASSACHUSETTS davit of objections within thirty VIOLATION OF any belongings of the Plaintiff, as follows: FAMILY COURT or annual accounts with the is incapacitated, that the ap- THE TRIAL COURT (30) days of the return day, THIS ORDER IS (c) not to shut off or cause to Def. was not served, R.O. Suffolk Division Court. Persons interested in pointment of a Guardian is nec- PROBATE AND action may be taken without A CRIMINAL be shut off any utilities or mail extended for 14 days to allow 24 New Chardon St. the estate are entitled to notice essary, and that the proposed FAMILY COURT further notice to you. OFFENSE delivery to the Plaintiff; and (d) service. Boston, MA 02114 regarding the administration Guardian is appropriate. The Suffolk Probate UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRA- punishable by not to interfere in any way with The expiration date of this (617) 788-8300 directly from the Personal petition is on file with this court And Family Court TION UNDER THE MASSACHU- imprisonment or the Plaintiff’s right to possess order has been EXTENDED (see CITATION ON Representative and may and may contain a request for 24 New Chardon St. SETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE fine or both. that residence, except by appro- below) PETITION FOR petition the Court in any matter certain specific authority. Boston, MA 02114 (MUPC) THIS COURT HAS ISSUED THE priate legal proceedings. Firearm surrender order is con- FORMAL relating to the estate, including You have the right to object to (617)788-8300 A Personal Representative ap- FOLLOWING ORDERS TO THE 12. THERE IS A SUBSTANTIAL tinued. The items surrendered ADJUDICATION the distribution of assets and this proceeding. If you wish CITATION ON pointed under the MUPC in an DEFENDANT LIKELIHOOD OF IMMEDIATE under paragraph 12 will NOT Docket No. expenses of administration. to do so, you or your attorney PETITION FOR unsupervised administration is This order was issued without DANGER OF ABUSE. YOU ARE be returned since doing so SU21P0482EA WITNESS, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, must file a written appearance advance notice because the Estate of: FORMAL not required to file an inventory ORDERED TO IMMEDIATELY SUR- would present a likelihood of First Justice of this Court. at this court on or before 10:00 Court determines that there RENDER to the BPD B-2 Police Henry Tapia, Jr. ADJUDICATION or annual accounts with the abuse to the Plaintiff. Date: April 23, 2021 A.M. on the return date of is a substantial likelihood of Department or to the Police Date of Death: Docket No. Court. Persons interested in DATE OF MODIFICATION: Felix D. Arroyo, 06/03/2021. This day is NOT immediate danger of abuse. Officer serving this order all 01/19/2021 SU20P2408EA the estate are entitled to notice 4/21/21 Register of Probate a hearing date, but a deadline 1. YOU ARE ORDERED NOT guns, ammunition, gun licenses To all interested persons: Estate of: regarding the administration TIME OF ORDER 5/5/21 5/14/21 date by which you have to TO ABUSE THE PLAINTIFF and FID cards. Your license to A Petition for Formal Christopher directly from the Personal EXPIRATION DATE OF ORDER: JP file the written appearance by harming, threatening or carry a gun, if any, and your Adjudication of Intestacy and Norwood Representative and may 5/19/21 AT 4 P.M. if you object to the petition. attempting to harm the Plaintiff FID card, if any, are suspended Appointment of Personal Rep- Date of Death: petition the Court in any matter NEXT HEARING DATE: 5/19/21 If you fail to file the written physically or by placing the immediately. Subject to certain resentative has been filed by LEGAL NOTICE relating to the estate, including at 9:00 A.M. COMMONWEALTH appearance by the return date, 01/25/2009 Plaintiff in fear of imminent exceptions, purchases and/ Misotis Morel of Jamaica Plain, To all interested persons: the distribution of assets and West Roxbury Courthouse OF MASSACHUSETTS action may be taken in this expenses of administration. serious physical harm, or by or possession of a gun and/or WITNESS, FIRST OR CHIEF MA requesting that the Court matter without further notice A Petition for S/A - Formal using force, threat or duress to THE TRIAL COURT WITNESS, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, ammunition while this order is JUSTICE enter a formal Decree and to you. In addition to filing Determination of Heirs has make the Plaintiff engage in in effect is a federal crime. 18 Order and for such other relief PROBATE AND First Justice of this Court. Hon. Kathleen Coffey the written appearance, you been filed by Sean C. Norwood sexual relations. U.S.C. §§ 922(g)(8) and 925. as requested in the Petition. FAMILY COURT Date: April 30, 2021 D. MODIFICATION/EXTENSION or your attorney must file a of Augusta, GA requesting 2. YOU ARE ORDERED NOT 15. Police reports are filed at You have the right to obtain CITATION GIVING Felix D. Arroyo This order was issued after a written affidavit stating the that the Court enter a formal TO CONTACT THE PLAINTIFF, the Police Department. a copy of the Petition from NOTICE OF Register of Probate hearing at which the Plaintiff specific facts and grounds of Decree and Order and for such in person, by telephone, 1. An appropriate law the Petitioner or at the Court. PETITION FOR 5/14/21 participated and the Defendant your objection within 30 days other relief as requested in the in writing, electronically or enforcement officer shall serve You have a right to object APPOINTMENT OF Petition. JP did not participate. A GUARDIAN FOR after the return date. otherwise, either directly or upon the Defendant in person Firearm surrender order is con- to this proceeding. To do so, The Petitioner requests that: through someone else, and to a copy of the Complaint Form you or your attorney must INCAPACITATED IMPORTANT NOTICE Sean C. Norwood of Augusta, LEGAL NOTICE tinued. The items surrendered PERSON PURSUANT The outcome of this proceeding stay at least 50 yards from the and a certified copy of this under paragraph 12 will NOT file a written appearance and Ga be appointed as Personal MASSACHUSETTS Plaintiff even if the Plaintiff objection at this Court before: TO G.L. c. 190B, may limit or completely Order (and Summons), and be returned since doing so Representative(s) of said estate TRIAL COURT seems to allow or request make return service to this 10:00 a.m. on the return day of §5-304 take away the above-named would present a likelihood of to serve With Personal Surety BMC West Roxbury COURT contact. The only exceptions Court. If this box is checked, the 06/10/2021. Docket No. person’s right to make abuse to the Plaintiff. on the bond in unsupervised 445 ARBORWAY to this order are: a) contact following alternative service This is NOT a hearing date, but SU21P0855GD decisions about personal affairs DATE OF ORDER - 5/5/21 administration. JAMAICA PLAIN, permitted in Sections 8,9,10 may instead be made, but only a deadline by which you must In the matter of: or financial affairs or both. TIME OF ORDER: 10:00 A.M. IMPORTANT NOTICE MA 02130 and 11 below; or b) by sending if the officer is unable to deliver file a written appearance and Joseph Rivard The above-named person has EXPIRATION DATE OF ORDER: You have the right to obtain Docket No. the Plaintiff, by mail, by sheriff such copies in person and to objection if you object to this RESPONDENT the right to ask for a lawyer. 5/19/21 at 4 P.M. a copy of the Petition from 2106RO0188 or by other authorized officer, the Defendant: proceeding. If you fail to file Alleged Incapacitated Anyone may make this request NEXT HEARING DATE: 5/19/21 the Petitioner or at the Court. ABUSE PREVENTION copies of papers filed with the 2. Defendant Information Form a timely written appearance Person on behalf of the above-named You have a right to object ORDER court when that is required by accompanies this Order. - 2:00 P.M. - West Roxbury and objection followed by an Of: Jamaica Plain, MA person. If the above-named to this proceeding. To do so, (G.L. c. 209A) statue or court rule. DATE OF ORDER - 4/7/21 Courthouse affidavit of objections within To the named Respondent and person cannot afford a lawyer, you or your attorney must PLAINTIFF’S NAME: CRYSTAL 3. YOU ARE ORDERED TO TIME OF ORDER: 12:30 p.m. BY TELEPHONE CONFERENCE: thirty days (30) days of the all other interested persons, one may be appointed at State file a written appearance and BANNISTER IMMEDIATELY LEAVE AND STAY EXPIRATION DATE OF ORDER: WITNESS, FIRST OR CHIEF return day, action may be a petition has been filed by expense. objection at this Court before: DEFENDANT’s NAME AND AWAY FROM THE PLAINTIFF’S 4/21/21 at 4 p.m. JUSTICE taken without further notice Lemuel Shattuck Hospital of WITNESS, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, 10:00 a.m. on the return day of ADDRESS: RESIDENCE, except by permitted NEXT HEARING DATE: 4/21/21 Hon. Kathleen Coffey to you. Jamaica Plain, MA in the above First Justice of this Court. 06/14/2021. TYRONE JACKSON in Sections 8 and 10 below, - 9:00 a.m. - West Roxbury 5/14/21 UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRA- captioned matter alleging that Date: April 21, 2021 This is NOT a hearing date, but 31 NEW WHITNEY ST. located at 31 New Whitney St., Courthouse JP TION UNDER THE MASSACHU- Stephanie Biggs of Boston, MA Felix D. Arroyo, a deadline by which you must BOSTON, MA 02115 Boston MA or wherever else you C. MODIFICATION/EXTENSION SETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (or some other suitable person) Register of Probate file a written appearance and Date of Birth 07/09/1977 may have reason to know the This order was issued after a LEGAL NOTICE (MUPC) be appointed as Guardian to 5/14/21 objection if you object to this Male Plaintiff may reside. The Court hearing at which the Plaintiff COMMONWEALTH A Personal Representative ap- serve Without Surety on the JP proceeding. If you fail to file a Mother’s maiden name (First also ORDERS you (a) to surren- participated. OF MASSACHUSETTS pointed under the MUPC in an bond. Do You need to run a legal? Don’t forget to check at the court to see if you qualify for a fee-waiver! 26 • Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021

Letters Editorial Red Flag Laws can help lower suicide risk Dear Editor, ly to shoot someone else, it does and restrict access, which can At last, spring has sprung May is Mental Health Aware- increase the risk of attempting give your loved one a chance to Spring officially may have arrived on March 21, but the past month ness Month. While there’s so suicide. Nearly 2/3 of all gun get the help they need, and can has been anything but spring-like. much one can talk about during deaths in the U.S. are suicides, greatly reduce their risk of dying For those of us who live along the Massachusetts coastline, this is this time, from the accessibility and using a gun to attempt sui- by sui-cide. Such ERPO orders nothing new of course. The prevailing, on-shore sea breezes at this of mental health services to stig- cide makes death much more are civil court orders and do not time of year transport air from the ocean that still is in the low 40s. ma, it’s important to not forget likely. Guns account for 90% go on a person’s criminal record. So on days when the temperature may be in the 60s in central Mass., about gun violence. of suicide deaths, not be-cause No official mental illness di- we’re at least 10 degrees cooler, with a wind-chill factor that makes When a mass shooting hap- they’re used more but because agnosis is necessary to ask for it feel 10 degrees cooler than that. pens, it often renews talk of keep- of how deadly they are. guns to be temporarily removed In other words, the 60s elsewhere feel like the 40s for us. ing guns out of the hands of peo- These deaths are preventable. from someone under a red flag But this week finally brought a measure of spring, not only because ple with mental illness. Though If someone you know is showing law – a crucial component, since of the warmth, but because of the daffodils, forsythia, and flowering many people think that those signs of being a danger to them- many people who experience a trees that signal the end of winter and the promise of nicer days ahead. with mental illness are more selves due to mental illness, and mental health crisis have no di- With the coronavirus pandemic hopefully coming to an end, the likely to car-ry out such shoot- they have access to guns, con- agnosed mental illness. arrival of spring is coming none too soon. ings, research has shown that sider Massachusetts’ Extreme Red flag laws aren’t about people with severe mental illness Risk Protection Order (ERPO, “taking away guns.” They’re Mass shootings are commit an ex-tremely small per- or red flag law, www.mass.gov/ about preventing harm. So centage of violent crimes. In fact, extreme-risk-protection-orders). this Mental Health Awareness our new epidemic this population is much more This law gives family members, Month, please remember this Mass shootings with high-powered weapons are nothing new in likely to be vic-tims of violent household members, and law en- important tool to help loved ones America. The recent tragedies in Atlanta and Indianapolis are just crime than perpetrators. forcement the ability to petition who may be at risk of harming two more of a long string of the slaughter of innocent Americans who But while mental illness the court to temporarily remove themselves. simply were going about their everyday lives at work, in school, or doesn’t make someone more like- guns from dangerous situations Erica Hersh at a shopping mall. But as horrific as these well-publicized incidents have been, they Op-Ed are just the proverbial tip of the iceberg when it comes to mass shootings all across the country, which have been occurring at ev- er-increasing rates. The truth be told – or not In the past 30 days since the Atlanta massacre, there have been By John Swan share of the blame. We mythicized ernment institution, setting the 45 mass shootings -- defined as incidents where four or more people While at least half of the coun- the near extermination of our in- stage for the final step–create a have been shot -- across the U.S. try rails apoplectically about the digenous people, tolerated slavery crisis, and in the chaos install The vast majority of these shootings never make it into the national “big lie” and the last four years of for 100 years, and Jim Crow sup- an American oligarchy, already headlines to the extent of the Atlanta and Indianapolis incidents, but blatant fascism, the larger truth pression policies that flourished in place behind the scenes, that they are real. For example, on April 8 in Bryan, Texas, a gunman (who is that truth itself has never real- (some say they still do) at least will take power make the trains apparently was a disgruntled former employee) shot six persons at ly been on the American agenda. another 100 years– while North- run on time. a cabinet-making company. One was killed and five were wounded, Yes, Cronkite and his col- ern liberals wrung their hands Some folks call this the GOP’s four critically. leagues all would have toasted and turned their backs as their death spiral. Others say we are We could go on and on, but the bottom line is that America is the Goldwater or any other presi- own black ghettos languished and already on the path to civil war, only place in the world where mass shootings are a daily part of life. dential candidates of their day if finally burst into flames. citing January 6th as only the And the reason is very simple: America is the only country where there they tried Trump’s outrages. But So here we are, at the natural beginning. Both may be true. But are more guns than people and a large percentage of those weapons meanwhile, Strom Thurmond, progression of ignoring the truth. if most of Americans don’t wake are high-capacity, semi-automatic firearms. Jesse Helms and other congres- The GOP has painted itself into up soon from their malaise and Ardent supporters of gun ownership make the time-worn argument sional extremists basically got a a dangerous corner. Their only smell the roses, we are assured that if there are restrictions on gun ownership, then only criminals pass. strategy left is to double down of at least the later. will have guns. It took the public embarrass- on their lies, hoping the rest of Democracy is not a right, it’s a But the reality is that the perpetrators of mass shooting incidents ments of Bob Jones, Bull Con- us will continue to tolerate their privilege we only enjoy if we earn are not criminals -- they’re typically the guy next door who has some nor, Lester Maddox and George audacity. it. And the first step is respecting sort of mental health or anger issue, but who has been able to buy Wallace, not to mention 5,000 Despite losing a long string of the truth. a high-capacity weapon on a whim and go on a shooting rampage a lynching, to even put that truth battles in civil rights, equal op- The midterms will be an in- short time later. on our national table. portunities for women, abortion, teresting barometer of where we The shooter in Atlanta, for example, had purchased his gun just a The lies and violence the right gay marriage, gun regulations, are as a nation. In the meantime, day before he went on his murderous spree. wing has supported, and often and on, the Republican leader- let’s count our blessings. We still Other nations -- principally narco-terrorist states such as Mexico encouraged throughout our his- ship is counting on winning the have a choice, although even that and Honduras -- may have higher homicide rates, but mass shootings tory, are no secret. And whenever war with a strategy right out of privilege is in jeopardy. by, and of, ordinary civilians are a uniquely American phenomenon. leaders emerge who pulls back the fascist playbook. They have Countries with broad gun-ownership, such as Australia and New the curtain to reveal a glimpse of already quickly gone from jer- John Swan is a former staff Zealand, have instituted common-sense laws that have eliminated the truth, they do so at the risk rymandering and suppressing reporter for the Gazette. mass-shootings. Australia did so after a school massacre in 1996 -- of their lives. voting rights, to questioning the and there have been no similar incidents since then. But the whole country has a validity of any election or gov- What will it take for America to reach the tipping point that will persuade Congress to implement common-sense gun legislation? PLEASE WRITE… We’re obviously not there yet. Our guess is it will occur only when Americans will be fearful of gathering such that it will affect travel The Gazette welcomes letters to the editor. Word limit: 500. Deadline: Fri- and business. After all, who wants to travel to a state where people day at 5 p.m. one week before publication. Letters may be emailed to are allowed to openly carry high-capacity weaponry? [email protected]. Please include address and telephone num- But in the meantime, America tragically will remain among the ber for verification purposes. Anonymous letters will not be published. most randomly-violent places on the planet. More information: 617-524-2626 Jamaica Plain Gazette • MAY 14, 2021 • 27 Unitarian Universalist First Church braces historic tower events,” said Persis Yu, the Co- building. Church raising funds Chair of the Church’s Standing The Standing Committee for major repairs Committee. “Almost 170 years added that raising funds is cru- old, the historic building really cial because the features of the By John Lynds needs the care and attention of building that parishioners have proper repair and restoration come to love – the sanctuary, The historic Unitarian Uni- that it deserves.” the historically significant or- versalist First Church in Mon- The First Church has been gan, and the acoustic marvel the ument Square in Jamaica Plain part of the Jamaica Plain com- parish hall – will not survive if recently installed wooden braces munity since 1853 and has officials do not attend to the basic on the church’s tower wall that weathered the rigors of New needs of keeping water out of the faces Eliot Street. During a re- England’s climate. The report building. cent assessment of the church’s makes clear that Church offi- Individuals can donate to the exterior, engineers discovered a cials need to make important Church by visiting https://www. bulge in the church tower wall. decisions about the stewardship firstchurchjp.org/donate. The assessment commissioned of the neighborhood’s historic by the Church found this defect in the tower is breaking loose from the Church’s interior stone. The braces that were recently installed aim to stabilize the —— Classifieds —— tower wall until repairs can be made. The historic Unitarian Universalist First Church in Monument SERVICES CLASSIFIED INFO: In mid-March 2021, the Square in Jamaica Plain recently installed wooden braces Church’s Standing Committee David at kNURD on Kall:com can Fax your ad to 617-524-3921 or mail it to Gazette to shore-up the exterior tower wall. The church has been help with PC computers, networks, and Trust submitted two appli- Publications, Inc., PO. Box 301119, JP, MA 02130. raising funds and applying for grant money for much needed audio/video/multimedia, phone solu- cations for grants to support the renovations. tions. $Reasonable$. House calls. Or email it to classifieds@JamaicaPlainGazette. building repair work. 617-676-5676 or 617-522-6090. com. For more info. call 617-524-2626, ext. 225. The Standing Committee hopes to attain a Massachusetts a full application for the grant is The resulting report was crit- Preservation Project Fund grant due in early June 2021. ical to planning for and main- Prison Book Program seeks board in the amount of $80,000. The In November and December taining the integrity of the his- Committee will not know the 2020, the architectural firm of toric building to protect our his- members. status of this funding until June Spencer, Sullivan & Vogt con- toric structure and the valuable Interested? ducted a careful examination of improvements in which we have 9, 2021. The Committee also ap- Apply at https://prisonbookprogram.org/board/ plied for a $250,000 matching the outside walls, roofs, doors, recently invested. grant from the Fund for Sacred and windows of the 170 year old “Our historic church tower is Places: This is a pre-screening Church. This was done to assess part of Jamaica Plain’s life, with Ayude a las personas encarceladas. submission for an competitive repair needs and develop a mas- our church bell ringing on the Prison Book Program busca miembros de la Junta. ter plan for restoring the church hour from 7am until 9pm every national program. The decision Aplique a https://prisonbookprogram.org/board/ whether the Church can submit building. day, as well as for important

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