波士頓市新添3名市長鄰里聯絡員 Anthony Nguyen接手多徹斯特區

MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES THREE NEW NEIGHBORHOOD LIAISONS FOR MID-DORCHESTER, ROSLINDALE, & FOR MISSION HILL, FENWAY/KENMORE, BEACON HILL, AND BACK BAY

BOSTON - Wednesday, May 8, 2024 - Today, Mayor Michelle Wu announced new staff in the Office of Neighborhood Services, including Anthony Nguyen as the Mid-Dorchester Liaison, Josh McCorkle as the Roslindale Liaison, and Maccon Bonner as the Mission Hill, Fenway-Kenmore, Beacon Hill, and Back Bay Liaison. The Office of Neighborhood Services is integral in connecting residents to City services and resources, facilitating resident input in all aspects of local government, ensuring the appropriate City departments respond to constituent service requests, attending neighborhood meetings, and responding to emergencies such as fires to help displaced residents.  “Our neighborhood liaisons are our residents’ direct connection to City Hall and its services,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “Anthony’s passion to serve from growing up in Dorchester and working at SPARK ensures that our residents will be heard and supported with compassion. Maccon knows City Hall and has shown his dedication to delivering for constituents. Josh’s background in communications and education will empower residents to continue to stay connected to City resources. I am excited for these three liaisons to become familiar faces in their neighborhoods.”

Anthony Nguyen Anthony Nguyen is a proud lifelong Dorchester resident with a passion to serve the Mid-Dorchester community. Prior to joining the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services, Nguyen was the Director of SPARK Boston. He joined SPARK Boston in 2021 and held the position of captain, volunteering his time assisting with programming efforts. As the son of Vietnamese immigrants he understands the importance of community, cultural awareness, and advocacy for those who traditionally have lacked the opportunities to engage civically. In taking up his role as the Mid-Dorchester liaison supporting Uphams Corner, Bowdoin/Geneva, Four Corners, and Codman Square areas, Nguyen is excited to deepen his service in the neighborhood he calls home. Since Dorchester is the largest neighborhood in the city, there are two liaisons who provide constituent services for the neighborhood. The areas Dorchester Liaison Ross Cochran serves includes Dorchester Bay, Savin Hill, Ashmont, and Lower Mills.        “I look forward to working closely with residents to continue improving our neighborhood and address constituent concerns,” said Mid-Dorchester Liaison Anthony Nguyen. “I am excited to meet community leaders who have dedicated so much time to their neighborhood as well as the next generation of civic leaders. It is truly an honor to have the opportunity to serve the city I was born and raised in.”

Maccon Bonner Maccon Bonner was born in Boston and raised in Brentwood, New Hampshire. Bonner returned to Boston to attend Suffolk University in 2020. He interned for the Boston City Council District 8 office. He has a passion for connecting with constituents and bringing City Hall out of City Hall by making government accessible for all. Bonner is a resident of Mission Hill.  “Becoming a neighborhood liaison is a new chapter in my life,” said Mission Hill, Fenway-Kenmore, Beacon Hill, and Back Bay Liaison Maccon Bonner. “I can't wait to help continue to cultivate an environment where our neighbors, businesses, and institutions work in tandem with the great people in City Hall to address concerns and meet the needs of the community.”

Josh McCorkle Josh McCorkle is an experienced education, marketing, and communications professional. A Brookline native, he has a bachelor’s degree in English from Boston University and a master’s degree in elementary special education from Lesley University. Before joining the Office of Neighborhood Services, McCorkle worked as a teacher, university administrator, operations professional, and editor.  “As the Roslindale liaison, I plan to make community members feel that they have a clear line of communication with City Hall so that they can feel confident that their government is working for them,” said Roslindale Liaison Josh McCorkle.  “Anthony, Josh, and Maccon are compassionate leaders who are a great addition to the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services,” said Office of Neighborhood Services Executive Director Beata Coloyan. “I encourage community members to attend liaisons’ weekly Coffee Hours every Friday in neighborhoods to get connected to resources, personally meet their respective liaison, and receive guidance on how to navigate City services.”  The City of Boston’s Parks and Recreation Department is currently hosting Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours. This spring event series is a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor, neighborhood liaisons, and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods.

吳弭市長「咖啡時間」第六站來到南端 (視頻)

 

麻省理工學院前支持巴勒斯坦抗議一度升級 學生佔領麻州大道

5月6日晚8點多後，MIT Kresge禮堂旁草地上，仍然有數十個
帳棚撐著，繼續著支持巴勒斯坦聲音。(周菊子攝)

               (Boston Orange 周菊子麻州綜合報導) 以巴衝突在麻州掀起的抗議風潮，各校出現學生紮營，警察清場等事件後，5月6日下午在交通尖峰時的下午4點多，衝突升級，在麻省理工學院的抗議人權佔領麻州大道，阻絕了這交通幹道的車輛來往。

支持巴勒斯坦抗議者的紮營區，在圍欄拆倒後，顯得有點凌亂。
學生們彼此討論，並不確知下一步如何。(周菊子攝)

              大約晚上8點15分，經警察提示後，抗議人群有的散去，有的退回Kresge禮堂前紮營區，麻州大道這才又恢復了車輛流動。紮營區這時仍然殘留著廿、三十個帳篷，人們也在繼續拆圍欄，麻省理工學院一發言人表示，當天沒有任何人被逮捕。

              佔路事件導致警方出動，下午四點多時在麻州大道的朗費羅大橋前和Vassar街兩頭設下欄柵，讓車輛改道。查理士河畔的紀念大道安全島草坪上也停滿了警車、鎮暴車，以及一群穿黑色防彈衣的警備人員。面色凝重的戒備著。麻省理工學院學生中心的上空，也有直升機盤旋，關注事態發展。

紮營區有很多旗幟、標語。(周菊子攝)

              抗議升級事件的發生，起源於麻省理工學院校長Sally Kornbluth發出一封信給全校師生，要求抗議示威者在下午2點半前撤離抗議聚集地。信中說，”簡而言之，這延長了的，未經許可的使用MIT場地，尤其是為這樣有尖銳不同意見議題的抗議，已經無法再安全的維持”。

              抗議人群於是憤怒地走上街頭，坐進馬路中間，阻斷了麻州大道上的車輛來往，與警察發生衝突，拆掉了圍在抗議人群紮營區外的柵欄。

學生們繼續拆圍欄。(周菊子攝)

              麻省理工學院支持巴勒斯坦群眾的紮營抗議事件，已持續了約2週，5月6日在麻省以工學院校長發出限時撤離信後，抗議群眾領袖發起緊急遊行，越來越多人聚集到紮營區圍欄外，警察推擠示威者，想把他們阻擋在圍欄外，也不讓已經離開紮營區的人回去時，雙方互相叫囂，場面一度緊張。

警察站在紮營區外戒備著。(周菊子攝)

              一群支持巴勒斯坦的抗議群眾，一度試圖佔領MIT主大樓，Lobby 7的入口，但是幾分鐘之後，就被警察送離現場。

              接著是一群大約有100人的高中生，從波士頓廣場一路遊行到麻省理工學院，佔據麻州大道，開始了早就計畫好的數小時示威。

              大約6點半左右，數以百計的人圍聚過去Kresge禮堂前的抗議紮營區，輪番發言，群眾不時尖喊，穿著綠色螢光背心的警察們也在外圍戒備著。

6日下午MIT主校區上空還有直升機巡邏。(周菊子攝)

              在加薩的以色列及巴基斯坦交戰持續中，美國各地校園越來越多抗議活動。人們得悉，數目未必準確的資訊包括，10月7日哈瑪斯 (Hamas) 發動攻擊，殺死約1200人，劫持250名人質後，以色列軍隊殺死3萬4千多巴勒斯坦人。

紮營區的標語之一。(周菊子攝)

              一名趕到現場尋找家人的年輕人表示，他同意抗議應該和平進行，但美國不應該提供那麼多精良武器給以色列軍隊，用在了巴勒斯坦平民百姓身上。這些抗議者不採取較為激烈的佔據街道等行動，抗議聲音難以被聽見。他認為，人們在這兒只是通行道路被阻，巴勒斯坦人在那兒卻是面對攸關性命情況。

              MIT內有一群教授認為學校應該要想出更好方法，容許學生表達自己所要爭取的意圖。MIT內以色列聯盟則認為，學校應該嚴守其政策，不容許任何人在校地非法紮營，阻擋了其他人享受校區的自由，像”起義全球化 (Globalize the Intifada)，”打倒猶太復國主義者 (Down with the Zionists)”等標語，也是帶有仇恨異味的反猶太人種族歧視，不應該被容許。

              波士頓市早前也才發生過警察清拆愛默生學院、東北大學的紮營區，和學生發生衝突事件。其中愛默生學院的驅趕紮營事件，更在波士頓市議會內引發爭議。

大波士頓商會年度小企業獎 花落六家

 Chamber Announces Small Business of the Year Honorees

6 Local Businesses Celebrated for Excellence & Impact

 

BOSTON, MA – The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce is pleased to award six Massachusetts small businesses with the title of Small Business of the Year. The Chamber’s annual Small Business of the Year Awards celebrate the remarkable vision, resilience, and contributions of small businesses that lead in the categories of Diversity and Inclusion, Cultural Excellence, Community Impact, Innovation and Growth, Small Business Champion, and CEO Leadership.

 

“Congratulations to the Chamber’s 2024 Small Business of the Year honorees! The Chamber is proud to recognize and celebrate these six businesses that represent the meaningful contributions of small businesses to our workforce, consumers, and economy. Our small businesses advance our vibrancy and competitiveness, ensuring that transformative jobs and opportunities uplift our communities every day," said James E. Rooney, President and CEO of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce.

 

2024 Small Business of the Year Award Categories and Honorees are as follows:

 

Diversity & Inclusion: Studio Luz Architects

Studio Luz specializes in architecture, urban design, and community engagement, and over the years has worked with a variety of businesses and institutions, including Wellesley College, Sociedad Latina, and more. Founded in 2002, Studio Luz consistently collaborates with clients, engineers, contractors, and the community to ensure that architecture provides a voice for underrepresented members of the community. In addition to focusing on community, the team at Studio Luz embraces innovation and champions inclusivity to create remarkable architecture and spaces.

 

Cultural Excellence: X Agency

Founded in 2017, X Agency is a digital marketing agency that delivers impactful marketing strategies to maximize profits for clients. Bringing a mastery of the e-commerce digital landscape, the X Agency team has a foundation of values that they bring to every client, which includes acting with integrity, staying curious, and being remarkable. X Agency remains committed to cultural excellence that uplifts the team’s daily work and guides their clients to success.

 

Community Impact: Privé Parking

Privé Parking provides parking solutions, transportation consulting, parking garage plan design, and strategic collaboration with neighborhoods and local government. Privé Parking drives community impact by providing youth internships, mentorship, and guidance, which encourages young individuals to gain valuable experience and develop their skills.  

 

Innovation & Growth: OnyxGroup Development and Realty

The OnyxGroup builds quality affordable housing while preserving culture and community. Designing new developments in Foxborough, Nubian Square, and Brockton, the OnyxGroup is committed to ensuring that the developments also bring meaningful opportunities for residents and communities. With their housing and developments, the OnyxGroup drive lasting impact by intentionally increases quality jobs, financial resources, and education and trade opportunities.

 

Small Business Champion: L.J.V. Development, LLC

L.J.V. Development is a solution-based construction management firm that prioritizes collaboration and integrating tech-enabled processes to build efficiently. With a construction portfolio that includes federal, institutional, and commercial projects, this veteran-owned, woman-owned, and minority-owned company prioritizes collaboration with small businesses on projects of all types and sizes.  

 

CEO Leadership: RoseMark Productions

Working with some of the world’s leading companies, politicians, and the government entities, RoseMark Productions is a woman-owned and minority-owned events firm that specializes in national and international major political and philanthropic events. Rose Staram, founder and owner of RoseMark, is a celebrated and sought-after strategic planner of high impact events. With headquarters in Dorchester, Massachusetts, Rose successfully leads her team to create large- scale events, including the inauguration of President Joe Biden.

Steward 醫療集團申請破產 麻州政府介入保護病人、員工

 Healey-Driscoll Administration announces steps to protect patients, workers, and access to care as Steward Health Care enters bankruptcy  

 Steward hospitals and outpatient facilities in Massachusetts are operating as usual 

 

Patient hotline now live at 617-468-2189 

Online resources available at mass.gov/StewardResources 

BOSTON – Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration shared efforts to preserve access to care and services following Steward Health Care filing for Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. The administration has launched a call center and website for patients as part of the next step in its Incident Command structure. As of today, the facilities are operating as usual.

 Massachusetts will actively participate in Steward’s bankruptcy proceedings to advocate for local interests and uphold state law and regulatory requirements as Steward seeks to transition ownership of its Massachusetts-based facilities.

 “It is essential that the people of Massachusetts know that Steward hospitals and outpatient facilities are open and operating as usual. No one should hesitate to seek care,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Our administration has been planning for this scenario for months, and we have the right people, resources and structures in place to respond. Every step of the way, we are committed to protecting patients, workers and access to care. Steward’s financial challenges are the result of greed, mismanagement, and a lack of transparency. This bankruptcy filing is an important step toward Steward’s orderly exit out of Massachusetts.”

 “For months, as Massachusetts residents have waited for definitive actions from Steward, we have been preparing for the possibility of this outcome,” said Secretary of Health and Human Services Kate Walsh. “We have been working with partners across health care in each region to make sure we are addressing the needs of each community. We will continue to use every tool in our toolbox to support patients and staff during this transition.” 

 “The public is rightly frustrated right now, and I share their concerns. My office is working to get answers and we intend to seek accountability for any laws that may have been violated,” said Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell. “We expect the bankruptcy process to bring about transparency and stability, as well as greater legal oversight over Steward’s operations than before. We’ll continue to work within that process to protect patients and employees who are showing up on the frontlines each day.”

 Since the beginning of this situation, the Healey-Driscoll Administration has been working with internal and external advisors and across government to ensure the continued stability of the state’s health care system and protect patients’ access to care as Steward seeks to address its financial challenges. Last week, the Department of Public Health (DPH) implemented its emergency operations protocol and incident command structure as a means of coordinating decision-making and response to the Steward situation in a thoughtful, collaborative, and timely way.

 Steward facilities are open and treating patients as usual. DPH will maintain its monitors in all Steward facilities. DPH has implemented an emergency operations and incident command structure to help guide the state’s response during the Steward bankruptcy process and ensure bidirectional communication with everyone involved. This structure will help continue DPH’s mission of protecting patients in health care facilities and supporting the health care workforce so they have the tools they need to provide care to the people of Massachusetts.

 “Individuals and communities across Massachusetts must have access to quality health care,” said Robert Goldstein, MD, PhD, Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. “People count on and trust their health care providers to be there when in need. Any suggestion of a possible disruption in care understandably causes concern. DPH will continue to work closely with health care leaders and communities across the state, and we are united in our commitment to protecting access to quality care that our residents deserve and need.”   

 For more information about Steward Health Care’s Chapter 11 case, visit the administration’s dedicated website at mass.gov/StewardResources or call the patient hotline at 617-468-2189 (local) or 833-305-2070 (toll-free).

波士頓市即起接受街區派對迷你補助申請 最高可得750元

MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR BLOCK PARTY GRANT Streamlined application process will speed up approvals for residents

BOSTON- Monday, May 6, 2024 - Today, Mayor Michelle Wu and the Community Engagement Cabinet’s Office of Civic Organizing announced applications are now open for the second year of block party grants. This funding effort is to encourage residents to connect with their neighbors and experience the joy of building a stronger community. Residents and community groups who apply for the mini-grants can receive up to $750 to purchase food, party supplies, lawn games, and other items for summer block parties to make it easier and more affordable for neighborhoods to hold community gatherings.  “Boston is made up of a diverse set of residents and communities, and block parties allow for more opportunities to celebrate together and build connections between them,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “Our hope is for these grants to highlight the beauty of our communities, bringing residents together to build safe, welcoming, and fun neighborhoods.” New this year, the City of Boston has streamlined the summer block party permit application process to improve constituents' experience and speed up approvals. The City has also expanded what activities are allowed at block parties without additional permits, including tables and chairs, 10 by 10 tents, and more. A Block Party Planning Guide is available to help explain the planning process of hosting block parties in neighborhoods. The block party grant builds on the Mayor's commitment to fostering a fun, safe, and healthy summer in Boston. Last year, the Office of Civic Organizing (OCO) provided 52 grants to residents and community groups totalling $30,000 across 14 neighborhoods in Boston.  "Through the vibrant pulse of Block Party Grants, our neighborhoods reclaim their essence,” said Director of the Office of Civic Organizing Nathalia Benitez-Perez. “With each gathering, we weave tighter the fabric of community, proving that neighbor-to-neighbor connections are the soul of our city's thriving communities."  What do residents need to know before applying to the grant? Anyone hosting a block party on a public street or sidewalk needs to apply for a Play Street Closing Permit. Applying for this permit can be done online at boston.gov/blockparty. It’s recommended to apply for permits at least 30 days before a block party.  Residents must apply for grant funding at least four weeks prior to their proposed event.  To be eligible, all block parties must be free and open to the public. Grant applications will be approved on a rolling basis through July 31, 2024 to support block parties all summer. “Nothing says summertime in Boston like a fun block party bringing communities together on each block throughout our city,” said Community Engagement Cabinet Chief Brianna Millor. “This mini grant is an investment into our neighborhoods to ensure that our youth, families, seniors, and every community member can experience a safe and joyous summer.”  “Block parties are an important part of violence prevention efforts in Boston,” said Senior Advisor for Community Safety Isaac Yablo. “In communities that have experienced violence in the past, these social gatherings promote the destigmatization of certain communities and give people who support non-violence a space to come together.” The Office of Civic Organizing will host an information session for community members interested in applying on Wednesday, May 15, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Register here to attend. Applications will be reviewed and grants will be awarded on a rolling basis. The deadline to apply for the grant is Wednesday, July 31 at 11:59 p.m. ET. The application can be found here (along with the necessary application for a Play Street Closing Permit), and residents and community groups can visit boston.gov/blockparty grant to learn more.   “Community is at the heart of everything— the block party grant allowed my neighbors to connect over food, drinks, and games which has resulted in a stronger, more engaging community in Brighton,” said Brighton resident Elizabeth Amiotte. “The sidewalk chalk stayed on the street for days after which served as a gentle reminder of our connectedness.” “I believe the block party grant is a wonderful way to spur outdoor summer activities - particularly in my neighborhood– Mattapan,” said Mattapan resident Sadiq Ervin. “This grant program has not only enabled me to bring games, music and food to youth on my block, but has supported me to reignite traditions my neighborhood hasn’t seen in several years.”

麻州長將晤談17市鎮首長探討房價高解決方案

Healey-Driscoll Administration Launches Housing Campaign with Municipal Leaders to Highlight Local Solutions to High Housing Costs 

Administration applauds communities working to increase the supply of housing across the state, emphasizes need for collaboration 

LYNN – Today, Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll held the first event of their Housing Campaign by standing with municipal leaders from across the state to highlight the ways in which increasing housing production will help municipalities meet the needs of their residents. Over the next few weeks, the administration will host events across the state to call attention to the urgent need to lower housing costs across Massachusetts and the ways in which the high cost of housing impacts everyday life. 

“We wanted to hold the inaugural event of our Housing Campaign with municipal leaders because we know that cities and towns are where the rubber hits the road when it comes to our statewide housing shortage,” said Governor Maura Healey. “High housing costs impact local residents, local economies, and local governments – and many of the most impactful solutions are going to be local solutions. It was wonderful to connect with municipal leaders to discuss how the state can be a partner in their efforts to address their housing challenges and improve quality of life in their communities.”

Held at the Lynn Housing Authority, the Governor and Lieutenant Governor met with 17 municipal leaders from around the state. The administration and local elected leaders discussed the administration’s housing strategy, including the MBTA Communities law, the Affordable Homes Act, the HousingWorks program and an aging public housing stock.

"As a former municipal leader, I understand the give and take our communities are balancing to create more housing,” said Lieutenant Governor Driscoll. “That’s why tools like the MBTA Communities law, the local option transfer fee and allowing accessory dwelling units are important pieces of the puzzle. There is not a single silver bullet, but we can give our towns the tools they need to increase housing production. Many communities are already embracing these solutions – including more than 40 that have already approved MBTA Communities zoning.”

The discussion, moderated by Housing and Livable Communities Secretary Ed Augustus, focused on the various tools and strategies that would be most effective in creating more housing supply across the state in order to meet the demand. 

Many of those tools are included in Governor Healey’s Affordable Homes Act, including allowing accessory dwelling units as of right throughout the state with the ability for communities to set some reasonable restrictions and providing the local option of adopting a real estate transaction fee of 0.5 percent to 2 percent on the portion of a property sale over $1 million to fund affordable housing developments.

Another critical tool is the MBTA Communities Law, which requires certain municipalities to create multi-family zoning districts to increase housing production near public transportation and lower costs. As of today, 45 communities have passed multi-family zoning intended to comply with the law.

"The foundation of the Healey-Driscoll administration’s housing strategy is built on working with communities and providing them with tools to build the housing they need,” said Secretary Ed Augustus. “These are tough challenges for communities to solve on their own, but by working collectively and having these productive conversations we can solve them together.”

The next stop of the Housing Campaign will be on Tuesday, May 7, to discuss the ways in which veterans are impacted by the high cost of housing and the administration’s End Veteran Homelessness campaign. Veterans Services Secretary Dr. Jon Santiago and Secretary Augustus will visit Brighton Marine, an affordable housing development for veterans, at 77 Warren St Brighton, MA 02135 at 1:30 pm.

On Wednesday, May 8, Governor Healey and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll will join business leaders in Worcester for a roundtable discussion about how building more housing and lowering costs is essential for the economic growth, competitiveness and innovation of communities across the state.

Evandro Carvalho接掌波士頓警察問責及透明辦公室

MAYOR MICHELLE WU APPOINTS EVANDRO CARVALHO AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY & TRANSPARENCY

BOSTON - Monday, May 6, 2024 - Mayor Michelle Wu today announced Evandro Carvalho as the new Executive Director of the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency (OPAT). In this role, Carvalho will work to improve the structures of public safety and health through  enhancing transparency and accountability within the Boston Police Department (BPD) and building trust between residents and law enforcement across Boston’s neighborhoods. Established through the passage of a 2020 ordinance, after being one of the signature recommendations of the 2020 Boston Police Reform Task Force, OPAT works to strengthen the relationship between the Boston Police Department (BPD) and Boston’s communities by increasing trust, transparency, and accountability. The Office is charged with investigating complaints of police misconduct, ensuring that the Boston Police Department's internal affairs review process is fair and thorough, and reviewing Boston Police Department's existing and proposed policies and procedures.  “Every resident, in every neighborhood, should be safe and feel safe in the knowledge that our Police Department and City will uphold the responsibility to serve and protect,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “I'm grateful to Evandro for his years of service to Boston's communities and know that his leadership and expertise will help us continue to build trust and strengthen our ongoing efforts to ensure public safety and health all across our neighborhoods.” “I want to thank Mayor Michelle Wu for this incredible opportunity to continue to serve the people of Boston in this new capacity as Executive Director of OPAT,” said Evandro Carvalho. “This office is incredibly important for the future of policing in the City of Boston that is diverse, fair, and treats everyone with respect and dignity.  I look forward to working with Mayor Wu, BPD Commissioner Michael Cox, other elected officials, community leaders, and the people of Boston to continue the vowed commitment for the Boston Police Department to be the best in the nation.” Evandro Carvalho is an experienced public service attorney and former state representative in Massachusetts. When he was 15, and knowing no English, Carvalho emigrated from Cabo Verde, Africa to Boston. He graduated from Madison Park Technical Vocational high school, and earned his undergraduate degree at UMass Amherst and his Juris Doctor at Howard University School of Law.  Carvalho began his law career at the prestigious law firm of WilmerHale in their Washington DC office. Since 2011, he has been a progressive leader and public servant in all three branches of government in Massachusetts, including assistant prosecutor in Boston, state legislator, and executive director of the Boston Human Rights Commission. As a State Representative, Carvalho worked on police reform and criminal justice reform, as well as youth issues. Most recently, he served as the General Counsel for the Supplier Diversity Office of Massachusetts.   Evandro Carvalho lives in the Ashmont area of Dorchester with his wife Ashley and their daughters Eliana and Anaya, their son Evandro Jr., and their dog, an energetic boxer named Bruno.  The Executive Administration of the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency Commission has three Commissioners: the Executive Director, the Chair of the nine-member Civilian Review Board (CRB), and the Chair of the five-member Internal Affairs Oversight Panel (IAOP). Carvalho and the OPAT team will work closely with the aforementioned advisory board and panel to serve as a single point of entry for individuals with concerns or complaints related to the Boston Police Department and its officers and sworn personnel to be heard and responded to, and undertake independent investigation and review of policing in Boston. OPAT will also work through its policies and programming to promote inclusivity, accountability, and community engagement, particularly within the Boston Police Department. For more information about the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency, visit boston.gov/OPAT. Carvalho started in this position today.

Healey-Driscoll Administration Hold Press Conference on Steward Health Care Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing

 

Healey-Driscoll Administration to Hold Press Conference on Steward Health Care Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing     

Healey-Driscoll administration officials hold a press conference to discuss the impact of Steward Health Care filing Chapter 11 bankruptcy and what this means for the people and the health care landscape in Massachusetts. Governor Healey, Secretary Walsh, Commissioner Goldstein, and Attorney General Campbell will share details of the work being undertaken to preserve access to care and services that meet the standards for people in this state.      

“Today, Steward Health Care moved forward with a bankruptcy filing under federal law – an action for which the Healey-Driscoll administration has been preparing. Steward hospitals remain open, and patients should not hesitate to seek care, ” saidHealth and Human Services Secretary Kate Walsh. “The Healey-Driscoll administration is working with Steward and any potential partners to support an orderly transfer of ownership that protects access to care, preserves jobs and stabilizes our health care system.”