GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, July 15, the 196th day of 2018 with 169 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:18 and sunset is @ 8:20. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1099 – Jerusalem fell to the Crusaders. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
With Lee Anderson
Meet Maxwell 2 months old another new friend at #Assemblyrow
The Somerville Police Department would like to congratulate Deputy Chief Stanford on his swearing in last night at the Board of Aldermen as permanent Deputy Chief of Police. This is a milestone in Deputy Chief Stanford’s career that he is deserving to be proud of. Congratulations Deputy Stanford!
BOSTON – The Massachusetts Senate passed H.4671, An Act automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud.
“Voting amplifies our voices, giving us a way to both inform policy and express how it will impact us,” said Senator Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville). “Adding more voices to that process can only benefit our democracy.”
Continue reading Massachusetts Senate Passes Automatic Voter Registration
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, July 13, the 194th day of 2018 with 171 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:18 and sunset is @ 8:21. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1099 – The Crusaders launched their final assault on Muslims in Jerusalem. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville’s Ethics Commission is currently seeking a Somerville resident to fill a mid-term vacancy on the five-member board. Ethics Commissioners serve three-year terms and are not term limited. Continue reading Somerville Ethics Commission Seeking Resident to Fill Vacancy for Three-Year Term
Somerville Fire Department Captain Vincent Lampley (center) was promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief at the July 12th meeting of the Board of Aldermen.
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Thomas G. Simas on his passing.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, July 12, the 193rd day of 2018 with 172 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:11 and sunset is @ 8:21. The New Moon is exact @ 10:49 PM EDT. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1096 – Crusaders under Peter the Hermit reached Sofia, Bulgaria. There they met their Byzantine escort, which brought them safely the rest of the way to Constantinople. by August 1. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
We’re going to be out and about at upcoming events to talk about the Green Line Extention and, especially, upcoming bridge closures. You can also get updates and information at somervillema.gov/GLX and greenlineextension.eot.state.ma.us.
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, July 11, the 192nd day of 2018 with 173 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:16 and sunset is @ 8:22. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1346 – Charles IV of Luxembourg was elected Holy Roman Emperor in Germany. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Shape Up Somerville’s Mobile Farmers’ Market opens for another season this Friday. The Mobile Market travels around the city bringing fresh, local produce into Somerville neighborhoods. Continue reading Shape Up Somerville’s Mobile Farmers’ Market Opens
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, July 10, the 191st day of 2018 with 174 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:15 and sunset is @ 8:22. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1609 – The Catholic states in Germany set up a league under the leadership of Maximillian of Bavaria. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Michael Terrio, John Stamatakis, MJ Wyatt, Mary Lorden, Charles Grillo Jr., Janeen Mobilia, Joe E Vanessa, Gerly Adrien, Tommy Colon, Sissy Doherty, Linda Brietzke, Jennifer Oliveira, Hoyt Siggins, Billy Tauro, Gene Brune, Captain Mark Healey and Happy 91st Birthday to Mr. Siciliano
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By William Tauro
This past Monday, Mother Superior Maureen and sisters of The Little Sisters of the Poor were invited to the Winter Hill Yacht Club in Somerville aboard The Somerville News Boat “MARISA” for a carefree day of fun and relaxation as well as a guided tour of Boston Harbor.
Continue reading Somerville’s Little Sisters of the Poor Hit The High Seas
The following is a brief summary pertaining to Incident #18040477:
On Saturday, July 7th, 2018, I, Detective Goncalves, was working in the Somerville Police Drug Unit as Delta-20. At approximately 5:05 p.m., Detectives Cicerone, Legros and I were conducting surveillance in the area of lower Broadway. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Michael HALEY (PWID B, Distribute B)
On July 6, 2018, I, Sergeant Michael Capasso, was on duty for the Somerville Police assigned to the Gang Unit. I, along with Detective Mark Pulli and Detective Rob Pasqualino were operating an unmarked cruiser conducting “hot spot” directed patrols in conjunction with the Shannon Community Safety Initiative, aimed at suppressing youth violence and gang activity. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Steven GUEVARA (Cocaine Trafficking 14grams+, MV Violations)
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, July 09, the 190th day of 2018 with 175 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:15 and sunset is @ 8:23. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 0118 – Hadrian, Rome’s new emperor, made his entry into the city.
0455 – Avitus, the Roman military commander in Gaul, became Emperor of the West. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Just a reminder if you aren’t doing anything, come out and support. This family has given so much to this community and they deserve a great day more than anyone I know!
SPW Football and Cheerleading – Somervillens Somerville Pop Warner
We are looking for a qualified candidate who is willing to run in a sticker campaign for the office of Register of Deeds of South Middlesex County.
Meet this week’s “Special Person of the Week:Norman “Stoney”Stone!
Born and raised in Somerville, he went into the Army in 1968 and then on to Vietnam in 1969.
Continue reading THE SOMERVILLE NEWS WEEKLY SPECIAL PERSON OF THE WEEK:NORMAN “STONEY” STONE
Demolition review ordinance, Testifying about the Real Estate Transfer Fee
By William Tauro
Hundreds of spectators celebrated this year’s 4th of July at Trum Field this past Thursday with music, fun and fireworks.
As part of Somerville’s annual Independence Day festivities, the 215th Army Band performed along with Booty Vortex, a local disco-funk band.
More videos surfacing on Maria’s so called calm party check out the kids movements.
Many are urging South Middlesex County Registrar of Deed Maria Curtatone to “do the right thing and stop trying to play everybody and step down!” “You’re a total disgrace and embarrassment to our city as well as to the office of the Register!”
By Bob Katzen
The new law to strengthen the Bay State’s pay equity law by closing the wage gap between men and women doing the same job went into effect at the beginning of July. The new law, approved by the Legislature and signed by Gov. Baker almost two years ago in August 2016, requires that women be paid equal pay for comparable work unless the variation is based upon mitigating factors including seniority, a system that measures earnings by quantity or quality of production, sales or revenue and education, training or experience.
By Bob Katzen
The House approved and sent to the Senate a bill that would require two copies of a highly-reflective decal or other symbol to be clearly visible to law enforcement officers on the window of any vehicle being operated by a driver with a learner’s permit or a junior operator’s license. The size, fee and other details would be determined by the Registry of Motor Vehicles. A violation of the requirement would result in a fine of up to $50.
Continue reading HOUSE APPROVES DECAL FOR DRIVERS ON LEARNER’S PERMIT
By Bob Katzen
Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law the bill that allows family or household members to petition the courts to issue an extreme risk protection order (ERPO) that would suspend a person’s license to carry a firearm and order him or her to surrender his or her firearms and ammunition if he or she is believed to be a danger to themselves or others.
Continue reading GOVERNOR SIGNS “RED FLAG” GUN BILL (H 4670)
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 37-0, approved and sent to the House a bill designed to make roads safer and decrease the number of fatalities.
The proposal requires bicyclists at night to use both a red rear light and a red rear reflector. Current law requires only a red light or a red reflector. Current law and the new law both require a white light in the front.
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators and representatives’ votes on roll calls from recent sessions. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week.
A note to readers from Bob Katzen, Publisher of Beacon Hill Roll Call:
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ALLOW TALK THERAPY TO ATTEMPT TO CONVERT SEXUAL ORIENTATION (H 4664)
House 34-116, rejected an amendment to a bill prohibiting psychiatrists, psychologists and other health care providers from attempting to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of anyone under 18. Conversion therapy uses shock therapy and exposes the person to a stimulus while simultaneously subjecting him or her to a shock or some form of discomfort.
The amendment would still ban shock therapy but would also allow the provider to “utilize speech alone to assist patient in achieving his or her desired sexual orientation or gender identity.”
“I agree that aversive therapy should be eliminated,” said Rep. Jim Lyons (R-Andover), the sponsor of the amendment. “However, the bill as presented is a direct violation of both First Amendment rights and parental rights.”
Rep. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) said that the U.S. Supreme Court, in a recent case ruled that “professional speech” is free speech and can’t be restricted.”
Opponents said the bill is constitutional. They argued the bill does not limit free speech but simply limits an unrecognized medical practice.
(A “Yes” vote is for the amendment allowing talk therapy. A “No” vote is against it.)
Rep. Christine Barber No Rep. Mike Connolly No Rep. Denise Provost No
EARLY EDUCATION (H 4665)
House 151-0, approved and sent to the Senate a bill designed to improve early childhood education. The legislation would establish an early childhood mental health consultation grant program to provide consultation services to meet the behavioral health needs of children in early education and care programs. It also creates a scholarship program for early childhood educators to cover the cost of their education including tuition and fees. These programs have been temporarily created annually as part of the state budget for several years, but the bill would make the programs permanent.
The proposal also requires the Department of Early Education and Care to review the subsidized rate structure on a regular basis to ensure it is adequate to deliver high-quality early education.
“High quality early education has been shown to be very effective in closing the achievement gap between those with resources and those without,” said Rep. Alice Peisch (D-Wellesley), the chair of the Education Committee and the original sponsor of the bill. “Each component of this bill is designed to support improved quality in licensed early education programs in the commonwealth. The legislation builds on efforts over the past few years through the budget to stabilize the early education workforce through increased rates for providers and supports to address the challenging situations that even our youngest children encounter.”
(A “Yes” vote is for the bill.)
Rep. Christine Barber Yes Rep. Mike Connolly Yes Rep. Denise Provost Yes
BAN TOXIC FLAME RETARDANTS (S 2555)
Senate 37-0, approved and sent to the House a bill that would ban ten toxic flame retardants from children’s products, bedding, carpeting and residential upholstered furniture sold or manufactured in Massachusetts, except for inventory already manufactured prior to January 1, 2019. Another provision requires the Department of Environmental Protection to review, at least every three years, chemical flame retardants used in these products and include them on the list of prohibited chemical flame retardants that are documented to pose a health risk.
Vehicles, watercraft and aircraft are exempt from this law as are any previously owned product that contains a retardant. Violators would be fined up to $1,000 for a first offense and up to $5,000 for subsequent offenses.
Supporters explained that since 1975, manufacturers have added chemical flame retardants to a wide array of household items including products with polyurethane foam, such as sofas, car seats, strollers and nap mats. They are also incorporated into electronic products and building insulation.
They argued that the retardants, while well-intentioned, do more harm than good and have been linked to an increased risk of cancer, fertility problems, neurological disorders and other major health concerns.
“I first filed this legislation several sessions ago, after I read about the negative health consequences from foam furniture and home products like mattresses, rug pads and children’s plush toys laced with dangerous flame retardants,” said the bill’s sponsor Sen. Cindy Creem (D-Newton). “As the chemicals turn into household dust, they pose a risk particularly for small children and animals. When I refiled the bill, firefighter organizations became strong supporters because they have an even greater health risk from inhaling burning and smoldering toxics. I want to make homes safer and toxin-free to protect the next generation and our first responders now.”
(A “Yes” vote is for the bill.)
Sen. Patricia Jehlen Yes
ROAD SAFETY (S 2570)
Senate 37-0, approved and sent to the House a bill designed to make roads safer and decrease the number of fatalities.
The proposal requires bicyclists at night to use both a red rear light and a red rear reflector. Current law requires only a red light or a red reflector. Current law and the new law both require a white light in the front.
The bill classifies several groups, including pedestrians, utility workers, first responders and cyclists, as “vulnerable road users.”
The measure requires the operator of a motor vehicle that is passing a vulnerable user to maintain a distance of at least three feet when traveling at 30 miles per hour or less and an additional foot of space for every ten miles per hour above 30 miles per hour. Current law only requires motor vehicle operators to pass at “a safe distance and at a reasonable and proper speed.”
Another provision requires a vehicle that is overtaking a vulnerable user or other vehicle to use all or part of an adjacent lane, crossing the centerline if necessary, when it cannot pass at a safe distance in the same lane and only when it is safe to do so.
The legislation also requires certain large vehicles or trailers that are purchased or leased by the state after January 1, 2019 to be equipped with lateral protective devices, convex mirrors and cross-over mirrors.
“We need to keep working year after year to achieve a future in which traffic fatalities get as close as possible to zero,” said Sen. Will Brownsberger (D-Belmont), lead sponsor of the bill in the Senate. “This bill will help us move in the right direction.”
“We have seen too many unnecessary and completely preventable fatalities on our roads,” said Galen Mook, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Bicycle Coalition. “Though we have not yet finished our work, this bill goes a long way toward the goal of zero deaths on our streets.”
(A “Yes” vote is for the bill.)
Sen. Patricia Jehlen Yes
ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL
GOVERNOR SIGNS “RED FLAG” GUN BILL (H 4670) – Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law the bill that allows family or household members to petition the courts to issue an extreme risk protection order (ERPO) that would suspend a person’s license to carry a firearm and order him or her to surrender his or her firearms and ammunition if he or she is believed to be a danger to themselves or others.
“Massachusetts continues to lead the nation with the lowest gun fatality rates and the most sensible gun laws,” said Rep. Marjorie Decker (D-Cambridge), the sponsor of the bill. “This is yet one more step in ensuring that people have an additional avenue to help protect themselves and their family members when harm is apparent and imminent.”
“Disappointingly, this bill did not address the issue of mental health,” said Rep. Shaunna O’Connell (R-Taunton). “This overly vague bill not only strips people of their civil rights, but it gives the public a false sense of security. More worrisome is that this legislation grants more authority to judges at a time we are learning there needs to be accountability for judges and their sentencing. We need to protect the public while protecting our rights as an individual.”
“This legislation provides a tool for families to protect loved ones from harming themselves or others by preventing them from accessing a firearm in a crisis,” said Rep. Hal Naughton (D-Clinton). “I believe we have managed to strike a critical balance between public safety and due process. I am incredibly proud to have been able to play a small part in crafting a policy that I firmly believe will save lives.”
The Gun Owner’s Action League (GOAL) called the governor “Anti Freedom Baker.” “Reminder, in addition to signing a bill which revokes due process only for licensed gun owners, Gov. Baker will also be authorizing regulation of stun guns,” the group tweeted. “These are sold over the counter in a vast majority of countries with no issues.”
DECAL FOR DRIVERS ON LEARNER’S PERMIT (H 2761) – The House approved and sent to the Senate a bill that would require two copies of a highly-reflective decal or other symbol to be clearly visible to law enforcement officers on the window of any vehicle being operated by a driver with a learner’s permit or a junior operator’s license. The size, fee and other details would be determined by the Registry of Motor Vehicles. A violation of the requirement would result in a fine of up to $50.
“A few years ago, a constituent approached me regarding a proposal for an automotive decal which would indicate that the driver of a vehicle is the holder of a learner’s permit,” said Rep. RoseLee Vincent (D-Revere), co-sponsor of the bill. “He came up with the idea when his son was learning to drive. Other drivers would constantly beep, and were very impatient with him, which caused the young motorist to become nervous and mishandle the car. My constituent felt that if there was an official sticker from the Registry of Motor Vehicles identifying a new driver, others on the road may be more considerate.”
“With so many drivers on our roads today, hopefully having a decal that would alert people to student drivers will alleviate road rage, and maybe even save a life,” echoed co-sponsor Rep. Donald Wong (D-Saugus).
Some opponents say the bill is a solution in search of a problem that doesn’t exist. They note that families with more than one car would have to get two decals for each car and note that if a permanent decal is used, experienced drivers would often be driving the car with the decal and be mistaken for a novice behind the wheel. They argue that some motorists might pass student drivers illegally on a double yellow line to avoid being stuck behind someone learning to drive.
EQUAL PAY – The new law to strengthen the Bay State’s pay equity law by closing the wage gap between men and women doing the same job went into effect at the beginning of July. The new law, approved by the Legislature and signed by Gov. Baker almost two years ago in August 2016, requires that women be paid equal pay for comparable work unless the variation is based upon mitigating factors including seniority, a system that measures earnings by quantity or quality of production, sales or revenue and education, training or experience.
The new law establishes pay transparency, prohibits screening of prospective employees based on salary history, requires fairness in hiring practices and increases fines for violations. Other provisions prohibit employers from reducing salaries in order to comply with the new law and from preventing employees from talking about their salaries.
Supporters note that women comprise 50 percent of the workforce yet make only 80 cents for every dollar earned by men.
“I am pleased now that the law is fully in effect and that employers in Massachusetts can no longer ask employees about salary history — the first such ban of its kind in the United States — and that companies are now incentivized to evaluate their salary structure and fix issues prior to facing a lawsuit,” said House sponsor Rep. Jay Livingstone (D-Boston). “I am hopeful that the gender wage gap will close at a much faster rate so that people will earn what they deserve.”
“We are very happy that many companies are responding to the law by auditing their pay policies and adjusting pay scales to ensure equity,” said Senate sponsor Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville). “And the ban on asking for pay history is now being adopted in other states. The next step is to raise the pay of skilled but underpaid workers in traditionally ‘women’s’ jobs, like caring for children, elders and people with disabilities, as well as tipped workers.”
QUOTABLE QUOTES
“There should never be a tax on speech and assembly. The event organizers and American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) alike are concerned about the impact of the city’s practices on the exercise of free speech of all who seek permits for the Cambridge Common and other public parks.”
Ruth Bourquin, senior attorney at the ACLU of Massachusetts, on the ACLU’s lawsuit challenging Cambridge’s policy of charging event organizers for public safety services as a condition for granting permits for rallies and demonstrations in Cambridge parks.
“Across the commonwealth, districts and teachers have welcomed students impacted by these hurricanes to our classrooms so they can continue getting a good education with minimal disruptions.”
Gov. Baker announcing that an additional $8.2 million in state education funds is being released to school districts that enrolled students who evacuated from Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
“Not only will an increase in renewable energy diversify our energy mix which will help make our businesses more resilient to extreme weather and less vulnerable to electricity price hikes, but it will also send the right market signal to clean energy industries, such as solar, energy storage and offshore wind, that the commonwealth is the place to invest.”
From a letter signed by heads of 10 local chambers urging the Legislature to support an increase in the renewable portfolio standard.
“We’re very excited to be the first, and with this exciting industry ahead, we all feel it’s going to be tremendous for the commonwealth. The amount of jobs that this is going to create for the local community, especially our town, and the amount of tax revenue is going to be a huge help.”
Sam Barber, president of Cultivate Holdings in Leicester, on his company being the first to be granted a provisional license to operate as a retail marijuana shop, conditional upon additional background checks and facility inspections. He hopes to open his store in the next few weeks.
HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session.
During the week of July 2-6, the House met for a total of 44 minutes while the Senate met for a total of one hour and 46 minutes.
Mon. July 2 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:14 a.m.
Senate 11:46 a.m. to 1:12 p.m.
Tues. July 3 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:27 a.m.
No Senate session
Wed. July 4 No House session
No Senate session
Thurs. July 5 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:07 a.m.
Senate 11:07 a.m. to 11:27 a.m.
Fri. June 6 No House session
No Senate session
Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, July 08, the 189th day of 2018 with 176 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:14 and sunset is @ 8:23. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1099 – Christian soldiers on the First Crusade march around Jerusalem. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
SOMERVILLE, MA – Massachusetts and Rhode Island Villari’s Self Defense Centers locations will offer free self defense and personal protection classes August 20-26, 2018.
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville’s annual SomerMovie Fest is returning for July and August 2018! Every Thursday night, beginning on July 12*, join us for a free, family-friendly movie in a local park. (In case of inclement weather, the movie showing will be cancelled, and information will be posted at www.somervillema.gov.) All movies will begin at sunset. The full 2018 schedule is as follows:
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS FRIDAY, July 06, the 187th day of 2018 with 178 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:13 and sunset is @ 8:24 The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1483 – King Richard III of England was crowned.
1699 – Captain William Kidd, the pirate, was captured in Boston, MA, and deported back to England. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Members of the SPD COBRA Unit at the Esplanade, assisting Boston and State Police. #KeepingBostonSafe #4thofJulyWeekend #EnjoytheFireworks #SPDProud
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS THURSDAY, July 05, the 186th day of 2018 with 179 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:12 and sunset is @ 8:24. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1806 – A Spanish army repelled the British during their attempt to retake Buenos Aires, Argentina. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Elder services support health outcomes where they live: at home
Elder service agencies have long taken an in-home approach to helping people age in place, and shifting perspectives in the public health field are primed to highlight our role in helping people maintain health and wellness.
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
Still, not one response from any member of the Board of Alderman on the issues that have been asked multiple times. It is disgraceful that the public is deceived on these issues and it is farce that this process had open and honest community involvement. I have been asking these questions since this home rule petition was announced.
Commission tasked with issuing various types of licenses, determining licensing fees and hours of operation for licensed establishments, reviewing complaints of licensed establishments, and more
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville’s Licensing Commission is currently seeking a Somerville resident to fill a vacancy on the three-member board. Commissioners serve three-year terms and earn a stipend of $3,600 per year. Continue reading SOMERVILLE LICENSING COMMISSION SEEKING RESIDENT TO FILL VACANCY FOR THREE-YEAR TERM
By William Tauro
Well it’s been a couple of weeks now since the June 20th stabbing occurred after a wild Graduation/Sweet 16/End of School party was thrown by South Middlesex County Registrar of Deeds Maria Curtatone with still no leads on who did it.
Eternally vigilant, fighting for your small property owner rights.
Multi-unit apartments, condos, and singles.
Owners of all 75-year-old houses or older and commercial properties as well in Somerville should PROTEST AGAINST proposed changes to the Somerville “Demolition Review Ordinance.” Continue reading PROTEST AGAINST proposed changes to the Somerville “Demolition Review Ordinance.”
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS WEDNESDAY, July 04, the 185th day of 2018 with 180 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:11 and sunset is @ 8:24. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1776 – The amended Declaration of Independence, prepared by Thomas Jefferson, was approved and signed by John Hancock, the President of the Continental Congress in America. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Get ready for the 2018 Somerville International Film Festival, a free annual film festival meant to showcase innovative independent cinema from around the world by up-and-coming artists.
Continue reading 2018 Somerville International Film Festival is ready to kick off on July 13
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS TUESDAY, July 03, the 184th day of 2018 with 181 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:11 and sunset is @ 8:25. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1608 – The city of Quebec was founded by Samuel de Champlain. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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First-of-its-kind report focuses on actionable, measurable goals around strategies for coordinating education and training services, positioning Somerville as a national leader in employee engagement practices, preparing the city for future employment and economic scenarios, and more
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville recently released a first-of-its-kind local workforce development strategic plan, the Talent Equity Playbook. Continue reading SOMERVILLE’S TALENT EQUITY PLAYBOOK OUTLINES WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES FOR BUILDING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOR RESIDENTS
Report identifies Somerville’s fair housing-related goals and further illustrates the city’s critical need for greater housing affordability.
SOMERVILLE – The City of Somerville recently received formal notification from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that the city’s Assessment of Fair Housing Report has been accepted without conditions. Continue reading SOMERVILLE’S ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING REPORT ACCEPTED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
(Somerville, MA) Naveo Credit Union hosted Hops & Homebuyers, a first time homebuyer workshop at Aeronaut Brewing Co., one of their member businesses and neighbors, on Tuesday, June 26. Continue reading Naveo Credit Union Hosts Hops & Homebuyers, a First Time Homebuyer Workshop with Aeronaut Brewing Co.
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Sent in by our readers!
Continue reading Somerville News Weekly Magic Moments Series
Many Villens celebrating their birthdays this week in the Ville! Happy Birthday greetings go out to Mike LaFrance, Melanie Murray, Bob Staffiere, Heather Roderick, Jeffrey Harrington, Anthony Accardi, Rob Ciampi, Michael Cafferty, Jodie Lynn, Bill Harland Sr, John Aube, Tim O’Malley, Joe Spinosa, Laura A Frisoli, Mary Walker, Charles Zammuto, Ed Byrne, Kelly Clark, John Monte, Happy 23rd Birthday to Aliana Milan ,Happy 2nd Birthday to Little Edward Tauro and Happy Birthday to his grandpapa Ed Tauro. Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Favorite Birthday Photos of the Week
The following is a brief supplemental summary pertaining to Incident 18037270:
On Friday, June 22, 2018, I was working in the Somerville Police Drug Unit as Delta-18. During the day shift (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) I was assigned as a station officer. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Michael CASTILLO (Carry Dangerous Weapon) & Juvenile (Firearm Carry with Ammo, Firearm Carry w/o License)
Award-Winning Chef & Pitmaster Andy Husbands Opens Third Location of
The Smoke Shop at Assembly Row in Somerville, MA
(BOSTON, MA) [July 2018] – Chef & Pitmaster Andy Husbands expands his barbecue empire with the opening of The Smoke Shop in Assembly Row, bringing his signature wood-fired cooking to the all-encompassing dining, shopping and entertainment destination in Somerville, Massachusetts, just north of downtown Boston. Continue reading The Smoke Shop Debuts Championship BBQ in Somerville, MA
Summer Recess approaches…but important work remains! In this newsletter I hope to tell you about the passing of the city budget, the progress on the Transfer Fee Home Rule Petition, my resolution on Cameroon, upcoming public hearings on the Demolition ordinance and recognition of the Union Square Neighborhood Council, as well as some construction updates/warnings.
Continue reading Alderman-At-Large Will Mbah July Newsletter
WE LOVE SOMERVILLE AND WANT TO PROTECT IT FROM BAD IDEAS.
WE DO NOT HAVE ANY OPPOSITION TO THE CURRENT DEMOLITION REVIEW ORDINANCE. WE OPPOSE THE PROPOSED DEMOLITION REVIEW ORDINANCE FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: Continue reading Somerville Historic Limitations Petition
Meet this week’s Special Person of the Week:Tony Uglietto
Tony is 95 years old and still comes into the office everyday for a few hours.
Continue reading The Somerville News Weekly Special Person of the Week:Tony Uglietto
By Marco Mariano
The Somerville Lion’s Club held its annual installation of officers banquet and clambake last Tuesday to bring in the new officers for 2018-2019 calendar years.
Continue reading Somerville Lions Club Members Ready to Roll up Their Sleeves and Get to Work
Revised ordinance would regulate the demolition request process for homes 75 years of age or older
Members of the public are invited to attend and speak at a July 9 Public Hearing on proposed changes to the Demolition Review Ordinance, which currently regulates the demolition of structures 50 years of age or older that are not within an existing Local Historic District. Continue reading Somerville Public Hearing on Union Square Neighborhood Council Designation, July 9, 6:45 p.m.
On Saturday, June 30, 2018, I was working for the Somerville Police dressed in full uniform. At approximately 1023 hrs, I received a radio dispatch call for a fight on Day St. While in route, I was updated by Somerville Control that there was now a victim who was stabbed in the fight.
Security Personnel Needed For All Shifts in Medford Area Contact Number 781-953 8358
By Bob Katzen
Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law a bill that would hike the minimum wage from $11 to $15 over five years; increase the wage for tipped workers from $3.75 to $6.75 over five years; phase out over five years extra pay for employees who work on Sundays and holidays; institute a permanent sales tax holiday on a weekend every August; and establish a $1 billion family and medical leave program funded by a payroll tax paid for by both employers and employees.
Continue reading RAISE MINIMUM WAGE, FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE AND SALES TAX HOLIDAY SIGNED INTO LAW
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 37-0, approved and sent to the House a bill that would require the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to create a process for a person who is homeless or is an unaccompanied homeless youth under 24 years old to apply for a Massachusetts identification card at no cost. The applicant would be required to prove his status and submit proof of residency by documenting that he or she receives services from a state or private agency.
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 36-1, approved and sent to the House a bill which allows the applicant on an application for a driver’s license, learner’s permit, identification card or liquor purchase identification card to designate “X” for gender, instead of male or female.
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 33-3, approved a bill raising from 18 to 21 the age to legally purchase cigarettes and electronic cigarettes in the Bay State. Other provisions ban e-cigarettes and other vape devices from the workplace and prohibit pharmacies and health care facilities from selling any tobacco or vape products.
Continue reading SENATE Approves Bill TO RAISE AGE FROM 18 TO 21 TO PURCHASE TOBACCO
By Bob Katzen
The House 131-20, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that would automatically register to vote a person who fills out an application with the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) or MassHealth, unless the person opts out. Officials at the RMV and MassHealth would be required to explain to each person that the transaction automatically registers them to vote, unless they opt out; and also inform them that non-citizens are ineligible to vote.
Continue reading AUTOMATIC VOTER REGISTRATION BILL SENT TO SENATE
By Bob Katzen
House 137-14, approved and sent to the Senate a bill prohibiting psychiatrists, psychologists and other health care providers from attempting to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of anyone under 18. Conversion therapy exposes the person to a stimulus while simultaneously subjecting him or her to some form of discomfort.
Continue reading HOUSE BILL PROTECTS AGAINST CONVERT SEXUAL ORIENTATION
By Bob Katzen
The House 133-15, Senate 36-1, approved and sent to Gov. Charlie Baker the conference committee version of the bill that would allow family or household members to petition the courts to issue an extreme risk protection order (ERPO) that would suspend a person’s license to carry a firearm and order him or her to surrender his or her firearms and ammunition if he or she is believed to be a danger to themselves or others.
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators and representatives’ votes on roll calls from the week of June 18-22.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 43 -Report No. 26 June 25-29, 2018
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS MONDAY, July 02, the 183rd day of 2018 with 182 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:10 and sunset is @ 8:25. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1298 – An army under Albert of Austria defeated and killed Adolf of Nassua near Worms, Germany.
I, Officer Roger Desrochers, report the following summary of events based on direct interview with the persons named.
On Friday, June 29, 2018, I, Officer Desrochers, was in full-uniform and assigned to cruiser 787 and working in the West for the Somerville Police Department when I was dispatched to 26X Powder house Blvd for a motor vehicle accident involving multiple cars.
On June 26, 2018, I, Officer Tim Van Nostrand, was on duty and assigned to uniform patrol in marked cruiser East 1. At approximately 7:49pm, I was traveling westbound on Broadway, a public way. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Jason ARENS (Unlicensed Op of MV)
On Wednesday June 27, 2018, while on full uniform patrol in marked unit 781, I (Officer Patrick Canty) was dispatched to K Mart for a report of a Larceny. Marked unit 783 (Officer Jean Jaques) was dispatched as back up. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Samuel VILSAINT (Shoplifting, Disorderly)
The following is a summary of facts pertaining to incident #18038924:
On Friday, June 29, 2018, I was assigned to marked unit East 3. At approximately 11:03 pm, I was dispatched to the intersection of Central St and Highland Ave for the report of an assault. Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Antoine MARKENSON (ADW, Threat to Commit Crime)
On the above date and time, Officer James Torres, and I were dispatched to 150 Highland Avenue, The Highland Kitchen, for a dispute.
Continue reading Real Life Somerville Police Stories: Francis FURNELLI (Disturbing the Peace)
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SUNDAY, July 01, the 182nd day of 2018 with 183 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:10 and sunset is @ 8:25 The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury & Saturn. The evening stars are Neptune, Uranus & Venus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 0096 – Vespasian, a Roman Army leader, was hailed as a Roman Emperor by the Egyptian legions.
1543 – England and Scotland signed the peace of Greenwich. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
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