MAYOR MICHELLE WU AND THE BOSTON PARKS DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCE ACQUISITION OF EGLESTON SQUARE PEACE GARDEN

MAYOR MICHELLE WU AND THE BOSTON PARKS DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCE ACQUISITION OF EGLESTON SQUARE PEACE GARDEN BOSTON – Saturday, October 19, 2024 – Mayor Michelle Wu today joined Boston Parks and Recreation Director of Capital Planning Cathy Baker-Eclipse and Egleston Square community members to celebrate the City of Boston’s acquisition of the Egleston Square Peace Garden and take part in a community cleanup in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Civic Organizing. The City’s acquisition of the parcel will ensure that the previously privately owned space can remain a community asset and gathering place. “Community members turned this vacant lot into a vibrant space, now we’re proud to preserve this space for the residents who helped transform it,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “I’m thankful to Friends of Egleston Square Peace Garden, Egleston Square Main Streets, and all who helped advocate to make sure this area had a place they could call their own.” The Egleston Square Peace Garden was founded in 1998 by high school students who transformed the vacant lot into a memorial for young people who had lost their lives to violence. For 20 years, neighbors, business owners, and community members maintained the space and utilized the peace garden for community gatherings including concerts, cookouts, and cleanups. The parcel was previously owned by Clear Channel Outdoor, who had a permitted billboard since 1980 and leased the space below to the Ecumenical Social Action Committee (ESAC Boston) for free until 2018.

When the Clear Channel lease expired in 2018, Friends of Egleston Square Peace Garden, Egleston Square Main Streets, business owners, and community members advocated for a lease renewal until the property was fenced and placed for sale in December 2021. From 2021-2022, advocates continued to organize and worked alongside the City’s Environment, Energy, and Open Space Cabinet to pursue public ownership of the parcel.  In 2023, Mayor Michelle Wu announced in her State of the City Address that the City of Boston would acquire the land to steward and care for the park as an official City park. In 2024, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department officially purchased the lot for $300,000 supported by Community Preservation Act funds. “We’re thrilled to share that the Egleston Square Peace Garden will now be a City park, ensuring that this beloved space will remain a community asset for generations to come,” said Cathy-Baker Eclipse, Director of Capital Planning for Boston Parks and Recreation. “For over 20 years, neighbors and advocates have nurtured the Peace Garden as a place for reflection, connection, and celebration. We look forward to working with the community to shape the next chapter, continuing the legacy of those who helped build it.”  In August 2024, the billboard was removed and the chain link fence, which had surrounded the site since 2021, was taken down. Following a site assessment and clean-up, the Boston Parks & Recreation Department looks forward to hosting community design meetings to develop a new vision for the park in collaboration with its founders and stewards.  “The peace garden is the heart of Egleston Square, that’s the only green space we have in this neighborhood,” said Rosana Rivera, who has been helping run the peace garden for many years. “I'm proud that the city of Boston saw fit to preserve our neighborhood and give us a garden that all of the community may enjoy now and for future generations.” For more information about the Egleston Square Peace Garden please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at (617) 635-4505. Stay updated with news, events, and park improvements by signing up for our email list at bit.ly/Get-Parks-Emails and following our social channels @bostonparksdept on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

波士頓市歡迎27名急救員畢業 3人升職

                (Boston Orange 編譯) 波士頓市長吳弭 (Michelle Wu)和波士頓急救服務 (EMS)，波士頓公共衛生局 (BPHC)10月18日在波士頓公共圖書館的Rabb廳，慶祝27名急救員畢業，3名急救員生升職。

               波士頓急救招生學院 (The Boston EMS Recruit Academy)是一個全職有薪的培訓項目，包括上課，以及遭遇槍擊事件、暴露在危險物品下，交通意外，療養服務，走私人口，以及大量死傷事件等各種有生命危險緊急狀況的實地演練。

               在訓練期間，這些畢業生因應了3700次911事故，照顧來自各種緊急狀況的病人，包括心臟病突發，行為健康，生病，受傷，以及遭受槍擊、刺傷等嚴重傷害的病人。

               這些畢業生包括8名，20 年來第一批完成急救招生學院訓練的學員。這班畢業生也是第一批在座落於西洛士百利，佔地2萬平方英尺，有培訓模擬室，健身房，多個大叫室，以及2個新急救倉的消防局最新培訓及教育場地中受訓的學員。

               畢業生中有4人參加了人力發展辦公室所管理，為波士頓培訓各種人才的市府學院培訓項目

               波士頓急救長James Hooley表示，當急救員需要勇氣，熱情與良心，在波士頓市幾乎每天有400通要求急救電話之際，急救員這工作變得更加重要。

               波士頓公共衛生局執行主任暨公共衛生委員Bisola Ojikutu博士和吳弭市長稱許畢業生們，獻身服務大眾。

               波士頓急救服務局 (EMS)是新英格蘭地區最忙碌的地方政府急救服務單位，每年要出13萬8千餘次的急救任務。

               在慶祝27名薪急救員畢業之際，波士頓市消防局還宣佈3人晉升。護理員 Jaclyn Greenwood晉升為副總監，急救技師 (EMT) Cliff Biggins 和 Lindsay Robinson晉升為「中尉」。他們3人加起來有58年的服務經驗。

流感高峰期將至 波士頓衛生局提供6場免費疫苗接種

                (Boston Orange 摘譯) 波士頓公共衛生委員會建議年齡在6個月以上，尤其是年紀在65歲以上，或未曾接種過疫苗的的波士頓居民們，趕在呼吸道病毒高峰期來到前，接種流感及新冠病毒疫苗。

               為協助居民接種疫苗，波士頓公共衛生局和波士頓青少年與家庭中心(BCYF)合作，安排了需事先預約的6場免費接種疫苗活動。

               這6場疫苗門診的日期、時間及地點為:

週一，10月21日，早上9點至下午1點在市政府大樓801室。

週四，10月24日，下午1點至5點，在市政府大樓115室。

週二，10月29日，下午3點至7點，在海德公園社區中心(Hyde Park Community Center)的BCYF。

週六，11月2日，中午12點至下午4點，在Mattahunt社區中心的BCYF。

週一，11月4日，下午4點至8點，在巴黎 (Paris) 街社區中心的BCYF。

週四，11月7日，早上10點至下午2點，在Curley社區中心的BCYF。

查詢，可上網 boston.gov/respiratory。

波士頓計劃局撥20萬元資助17家南端非牟利組織

 

PLANNING DEPARTMENT PRESENTS $205,000 IN COMMUNITY BENEFITS FUNDING TO 17 SOUTH END NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

BOSTON - October 18, 2024 - Members of the Planning Department presented 17 nonprofit organizations that serve the South End with $205,000 in community benefits funding at an event Friday at More Than Words Bookstore, one of the grant recipients. The organizations being awarded serve the community in a variety of ways including providing youth services, combating food insecurity, and supporting low-income individuals. The organizations that received the largest amount of funding include the Boston Higher Education Resource Center and Friends of Peters Park. The funding comes from the Ink Block, Shawmut Avenue/Washington Street Block, and Harrison Albany Block development projects in the South End. “Each of the organizations provides a unique and significant impact on the South End neighborhood,” said Chief of Planning Kairos Shen. “I am glad the Planning Department can facilitate development projects delivering significant support for these important pillars of our community.” The Boston Higher Education Resource Center (HERC), which is receiving the largest amount of funding ($30,000), focuses on equipping youth of color with the tools they need to access higher education and careers. With this funding, Boston HERC is planning to expand their programs Passport to College and Alumni Success. By expanding the programs, they will be able to serve even more young students in the community. "The Boston HERC is so grateful for this support that will allow us to reach many more first-generation to college youth in our neighborhood to make sure they have the support they deserve to achieve a higher education, break the cycle of poverty, and become agents of change in their communities," shared Boston HERC’s CEO Carolina De Jesus. Friends of Peters Park is receiving $25,000 in funding from this disbursement, and will use the funding to enhance Peters Park with new landscaping, better trash management, and new benches. The goal is to ensure the park is a more attractive and welcoming place for the community to enjoy. "The Friends of Peters Park are so happy to be able to continue to bring joy to the South End and beyond, using this funding to continue to make Peters Park a better place for all,” said President of Friends of Peter’s Park Ted Pietras. “It means a lot to the volunteers who work hard to improve the park, because we see the results not only in the flowers and trees we care for, but also in the smiles of everyone who uses the park. Thank you for this opportunity to keep bringing a better environment to all!" The host of the event, More Than Words Bookstore, is receiving $20,000 to support their ongoing programming and operations. More Than Words works with youth that are court involved, in the foster care system, out-of-school, or experiencing homelessness and empowers them by teaching new business and customer service skills at the bookstore.

MAYOR WU, BOSTON EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES CELEBRATE NEW EMTS AND PROMOTIONS

MAYOR WU, BOSTON EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES CELEBRATE NEW EMTS AND PROMOTIONS Ceremony honors 27 graduating recruits and 3 promotions to enhance emergency medical services in the City of Boston

BOSTON – Friday, October 18, 2024 – Mayor Michelle Wu, Boston Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) celebrated the graduation of 27 EMT-Recruits and three recent promotions in a ceremony at Boston Public Library’s Rabb Hall. The EMT-Recruits were hired as state-certified EMTs and successfully completed the Boston EMS Recruit Academy, an additional intense training program to ensure residents receive the highest quality emergency care. The 27 new graduates now join Boston EMS to respond to medical emergencies in Boston, enhancing 9-1-1 staffing for ambulances and dispatch operations.    “Congratulations to the EMTs graduating today. You are joining a department that sets the standard for excellence in care and compassion,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “EMS is the critical link between our first responder agencies and our healthcare providers, answering the call all hours of the day and night in every neighborhood of our City. I am so grateful for your dedication and commitment to serving our communities.” “Becoming an EMT or paramedic is an honorable calling. It takes courage, passion and heart to do this job. On every shift, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the life of someone who needs your help,” said Boston EMS Chief James Hooley. “The call volume for medical emergencies in our city is at an all-time high with our members responding to more than 400 calls every day. Your work is vital. After completing this Academy, you are now equipped with the skills and knowledge to handle whatever comes your way.”  The Boston EMS Recruit Academy is a full-time paid training program and includes classroom and field training for a variety of life-threatening emergency situations, including active shooter incidents, hazardous materials exposure, transportation accidents, recovery services, human trafficking, and mass casualty incidents. During training, these graduates responded to more than 3,700 9-1-1 incidents caring for patients suffering from a range of emergencies including cardiac arrest, behavioral health, illnesses and injuries, and serious trauma including shootings and stabbings.   “Congratulations to the EMTs and the newly promoted members of EMS,” said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, Commissioner of Public Health for the City of Boston and Executive Director of the Boston Public Health Commission. “This is not an easy career. Thank you for your commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care to people in some of the toughest situations imaginable. We are proud to have you join this department, and we thank you for your service.” This class includes eight members who are the first Cadet cohort to complete the EMT Recruit Academy in two decades. This graduating class is also the first to complete the academy at the department’s new state-of-the-art training and education facility in West Roxbury. The new 20,000 square foot space includes simulation rooms for training, a gym, multiple large classrooms, as well as two new ambulance bays. Four of the new graduates also participated in the most recent City Academy training program, managed by the Office of Workforce Development, that prepares Boston residents for various jobs including as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) with Boston EMS. During today’s ceremony, Boston EMS also recognized the promotion of Paramedic Jaclyn Greenwood to Deputy Superintendent and the promotions of EMT Cliff Biggins and EMT Lindsay Robinson to Lieutenants. Deputy Greenwood, Lieutenant Biggins, and Lieutenant Robinson have more than 58 years of combined experience at Boston EMS that will strengthen the department’s leadership ranks.  “I am so proud of our newly promoted Lieutenants and Deputy Superintendent for everything they have already accomplished at Boston EMS. And I am grateful their expertise and knowledge will now provide continued leadership to members across our department,” said Chief Hooley. Boston EMS is one of the busiest municipal EMS providers in New England, responding to more than 138,000 emergency medical incidents per year. To meet the growing demand in Boston, Boston EMS is actively recruiting to expand the department, add frontline ambulances, and better meet the rising demand for service. As a bureau of BPHC, Boston EMS is committed to serving Boston's residents through clinical excellence, emergency planning and preparedness, and community outreach.

Roche’s Vabysmo improved vision in underrepresented populations with diabetic macular edema (DME) in a first-of-its-kind study

 Roche’s Vabysmo improved vision in underrepresented populations with diabetic macular edema (DME) in a first-of-its-kind study

 

• The ELEVATUM study showed clinically meaningful improvement in vision and reduction in retinal fluid in people with diabetic macular edema (DME) treated with Vabysmo who identify as African American, Black, Hispanic and Latino¹

• Efficacy and safety from this phase IV study were consistent with data from the Vabysmo phase III DME studies¹
• These racial and ethnic groups are disproportionately affected by diabetes and at higher risk of developing DME, a leading cause of vision loss^2-3

Basel, 18 October 2024 - Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) announced today positive topline one-year results from the open-label, single-arm phase IV ELEVATUM study evaluating Vabysmo® (faricimab) for the treatment of diabetic macular edema (DME) in people from racial and ethnic groups that are often underrepresented in clinical trials.⁴

Initial data from 124 participants in the United States (US) showed that after one year of treatment with Vabysmo, administered every eight weeks, participants could read an additional 12.3 letters on average – equivalent to about two and a half lines on an eye chart. Results among major racial and ethnic groups represented in this study were similar. Hispanic and Latino participants started the study with the most severe disease and had an average vision gain of 14.1 letters from baseline at one year, equivalent to nearly three lines on an eye chart. African American and Black participants gained an average of 11.3 letters from baseline at one year. Vabysmo was well tolerated, with no new safety events identified.¹

These data were presented in a late-breaking oral presentation at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) 2024 Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois, on 18 October.¹ The study is the first retina trial for historically underrepresented populations.

“Vabysmo has been shown to be an effective first-line treatment for diabetic macular edema, and for the first time, we have data specifically demonstrating its ability to improve vision in Black, African American, Hispanic and Latino patients who are disproportionately impacted by this condition,” said investigator Jeremiah Brown, M.D., of Retina Consultants of Texas, who presented the data at AAO. “As a clinician who serves patients from these communities that are so often underrepresented in clinical trials, I believed it was important to take part in this groundbreaking study, and hope the findings will inform and improve the care we provide to our patients in the clinic daily.”

Results were consistent with the phase III YOSEMITE and RHINE DME studies.⁵ A secondary endpoint showed robust retinal drying with Vabysmo across these racial and ethnic groups, who, on average, achieved a decrease of 206.3 microns in central subfield thickness (CST) from baseline.¹ Reducing CST indicates retinal drying, which is an important clinical measure, as swelling from excess fluid in the back of the eye is associated with distorted and blurred vision.⁶

“We established ELEVATUM to specifically evaluate Vabysmo in underrepresented populations,” said Nilesh Mehta, Roche’s Global Therapeutic Area Head for Ophthalmology. “Including diverse populations and perspectives is part of our broader Roche Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) strategy and is essential if we want to improve scientific understanding of diabetic macular edema and ultimately improve standard of care for all people living with this condition.”

Among the 124 patients, 45% self-identified as Hispanic or Latino, and 48% as Black or African American.¹ The study was designed to facilitate enrolment and promote retention of underrepresented patients. For example, ELEVATUM was conducted at sites that treat a high proportion of these populations in urban, rural and community-based locations. In addition, eligibility criteria allowed participants with a haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) level up to 12%.⁴ An HbA1c test measures a person’s average blood sugar levels over the past three months and is used to diagnose diabetes.⁷ Typically, the threshold for DME trials is an HbA1c level of 10%. However, HbA1c levels can be higher in Black, African American, Hispanic and Latino populations compared with Caucasians, meaning a lower HbA1c threshold can inadvertently lead to the exclusion of patients from various ethnic and racial groups.^8-9

To date, Vabysmo is approved in more than 100 countries for DME and neovascular or ‘wet’ age-related macular degeneration, and in over 30 countries for macular edema following retinal vein occlusion (RVO). More than five million doses of Vabysmo have been distributed globally since its initial US approval in 2022.^10-15

波士頓市撥發141萬餘元支持36組織推動數位平等 AACA、波士頓慈濟獲補助

               (Boston Orange 編譯) 波士頓市動用2023-2024年度預算，數位平等基金中的141萬餘元，支持36個社區組織，推動數位平等。

               波士頓市的數位平等小組棣屬於創新及科技局，由麻州寬頻機構(Broadband Institute)的數位平等夥伴項目資助。去年波士頓市從這夥伴項目獲得500萬元，為確保麻州各地享有數位平等做了貢獻。

               今年的數位平等基金著重的領域有3方面，包括數位導航工作，努力改善遠距醫療，以及設備翻新工作。

               獲選為數位導航類的接受補助組織有31個，在一年之內各得2萬到3萬元。這些組織機構將為民眾提供取得可負擔網路服務，獲得設備，提供技術技能，以及申請補助等方面的協助。

               波士頓華埠內的華美福利會 (AACA)，波士頓慈濟基金會也名列獲選組織名單。

               有波士頓醫療中心 (BMC)、法Mattapan蘭西斯兒童 (Franciscan Children) 的等這2家組織，獲選為遠距醫療類補助對象，在2年內各得25萬美元。

               人用電腦 (Computers For People, LLC)、麥特潘 (Mattapan/大波士頓技術學習中心、TEK協作等3機構獲選為設備翻修類補助對象，在未來2年內各得5萬元，辦理人力發展、培訓，以及其他項目，同時為得到服務不足的波士頓居民提供設備翻修服務。

               查詢波士頓市府提供的額外資金機會，可上網 www.boston.gov/grants，提問可發電郵 grants@boston.gov。

MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES HISTORIC AMOUNT OF FUNDING AWARDED FOR DIGITAL EQUITY IN BOSTON    The 2023-24 Digital Equity Fund will support 36 community-based organizations across the city with over $1.4 million.

 

BOSTON - Friday, October 18, 2024 - Mayor Michelle Wu today announced that 36 community-based organizations will receive $1,418,000 in grants through the City of Boston’s 2023-24 Digital Equity Fund. This is the largest iteration of the program to date, reaffirming Mayor Wu’s commitment to closing the digital divide in Boston. The City’s Digital Equity Fund, managed by the City’s Digital Equity team in the Department of Innovation and Technology, is funded by the Massachusetts Broadband Institute’s (MBI) Digital Equity Partnerships Program. Since last year, the City of Boston has received over $5 million in grant funding from the Partnerships Program and has been contributing to the Commonwealth’s broader efforts of ensuring digital equity across the state.  “As digital fluency becomes even more necessary as part of our daily lives, so does the need for accessibility,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “I am proud that our city is taking the steps to ensure that all residents have the opportunity to learn and build technological skills as our communities continue to transition to digital spaces. I’m grateful to the Digital Equity Team for their leadership and initiative for addressing the digital divide and the needs of Boston residents.”  "It is crucial to have strong partnerships when carrying out digital equity work. This year's Digital Equity Fund features community-based organizations that are both technology-focused and those who have adopted technology work in order to meet the changing demands of our modern world,” said Santiago Garces, Chief Information Officer. “Approaching this work with unique perspectives will only create a larger impact on our Boston residents and ensure that their needs are met, whether educational, medical, or employment."  This year’s iteration of the Digital Equity Fund awarded grants across three focus areas: Digital Navigation Work, Efforts to Improve Telehealth Programming, and Device Refurbishment Work. These initiatives will equip Boston residents with the skills and resources necessary to thrive in today’s workforce and adapt to the evolving economy.  “This year’s fund demonstrates how technology can be a powerful tool for building more connected and resilient communities. By supporting grassroots organizations, we’re making important strides toward digital equity, knowing that this is an ongoing effort requiring continued investment and collaboration,” said Brian Donoghue, Chief Digital Equity Officer.   Thirty-one organizations were selected for the Digital Navigation focus area, each receiving awards of $20,000 to $30,000 to be used over one year. These organizations will provide assistance with affordable internet access, device acquisition, technical skills, and application support.   Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation Asian American Civic Association Boston Center for Independent Living Boston Lesbigay Urban Foundation Boston Senior Home Care Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Central Boston Elder Services East Boston Community Council East Boston Social Centers EDEN (Empowered and Dedicated to Edify the Nation) Fathers' UpLift Harvard Street Neighborhood Health Center, Inc. Hawthorne Youth and Community Center Inc. Immigration Family Services Institute, Inc.  Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción International Institute of New England Jackson Mann Community Center Lena Park Community Development Corporation Link Health Maverick Landing Community Services Mission Hill Health Movement Mothers for Justice and Equality, Inc. Nigerian American Multi-Service Association North End Community Health Committee Inc. Nuestra Comunidad Development Corporation One Bead PowerCorpsBos Rian Immigrant Center Southwest Boston Senior Services dba Ethos Urban League of Eastern MA Vietnamese American Initiative for Development  “As a physician, I’ve seen firsthand how the City of Boston’s Digital Equity Fund is transforming access to essential services, bridging the digital divide. Link Health is proud to partner with a city so deeply committed to digital equity, ensuring that all residents can connect to the resources, and care they need to thrive,” said Dr. Alister Martin, Founder of Link Health and an emergency physician at Massachusetts General Hospital.  Two organizations were selected for the Telehealth focus area, each receiving awards of $250,000 to use over two years. They will look inward and enhance their existing telehealth services, invest in additional capabilities for the healthcare providers, and increase support for patients who experience gaps in digital tools by providing education and training.   Boston Medical Center Corporation Franciscan Children's “Franciscan Children’s is excited to be a recipient of Boston’s Digital Equity Fund Telehealth grant award. Through this funding, we look forward to launching a group therapy telehealth program within our outpatient behavioral health department and increasing access to telehealth services through digital health navigators, digital risk assessments, and other technological enhancements. We know these funds will make a great difference in the lives of the children and families we serve, enabling us to reach more patients through high quality telehealth care,” said Joseph Mitchell, President of Franciscan Children’s.  Three organizations were selected for the Device Refurbishment focus area, receiving awards of $50,000 each to use over two years. They will execute programs providing workforce development, training, and other activities while refurbishing devices that are provided to underserved Boston residents.  Computers For People, Inc. Mattapan/Greater Boston Technology Learning Center, Inc. TEK Collaborative  “At TEK Collaborative, our mission is to promote digital equity and work to close the digital divide by providing internet-enabled devices to anyone in need at no cost,” said Jeff Williams, Founder of TEK Collaborative. “We have distributed over 8,000 devices across the Commonwealth and we believe in the transformative power of technology to bridge the gaps in our society. By distributing free computers, we are not just closing the digital divide, but are actively fostering a more inclusive future where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.”  “This announcement by the City of Boston will further the work being done to connect residents with digital learning opportunities and training statewide,” said MBI Program Executive Jody Jones. “We are proud to support this work through our Digital Equity Partnerships program to ensure all residents have the confidence, knowledge, and skills needed to thrive in the digital economy.” In addition to the Digital Equity Fund, the City is expanding Boston’s public WiFi network, focusing on workforce transit hubs. The first new locations include Nubian Square, Mattapan Square, Maverick Square, and Egleston Square. The City is also expanding digital literacy classes to more Boston Housing Authority communities, with courses being taught by residents and volunteers, and making improvements to many computer labs to ensure that students have the most up-to-date technology.   The City’s Digital Equity team, part of the Innovation & Technology Cabinet, works closely with community-based organizations, internet service providers, and other government agencies to connect Boston residents with reliable devices, affordable internet subscriptions, and technology training.   The City of Boston’s digital equity & inclusion efforts have consistently been recognized by leading organizations such as the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Administrators (NATOA) and the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA).   To explore additional funding opportunities offered by the City of Boston, visit www.boston.gov/grants. For questions regarding City of Boston grant programs, please email grants@boston.gov.

Malcolm X公園新添3幅壁畫

            (Boston Orange編譯) 波士頓市長的文化藝術辦公室10月17日宣佈，斥資960萬元翻修的Malcolm X公園，為籃球場新增3幅壁畫。

            這3幅壁畫的作者及主題分別為:

第一球場由Rob 'ProBlak'率藝術家團隊創作的「把花給他們 (Give Them Their Flowers)」，以”X”來代表Malcolm X，以及創作者對社區、城市、人們的熱愛，強調尊重他人的貢獻。

第二球場由Sydney   G. James  率全女班創作團隊共6人，合作「太陽底下的任何事 (Anything Under The Sun)」，慶祝底特律和洛士百利 (Roxury) 的緊密關係，彰顯Malcolm X關於自由的重要教義。人物從球場衝向星星，體現自由。

第三球場由   Otra Ciudad   和   Nomada Estudio Urbano   這波士頓團隊和聖地牙哥等地夥伴合作的「X傳承」。融合Malcolm X的傳奇和Roxbury社區的韌性與變革力量。通過圖案、幾何圖形、標記，以及鮮豔色彩來創造新的城市續士，促進居民賦權等。

                       市長的藝術文化辦公室藉由藝術百分比計畫，把這些壁畫引入公園，並從波士頓市的年度預算中留出1%，用於支持公共藝術創作。

                       這次的徵求壁畫活動，共有44名來自世界各地的藝術家，遞交構想提案，最後由洛士百利的藝術家、活動加、居民、Malcolm X的家人及公園常客評選，挑出3名藝術家組織團隊。

波士頓市為慶祝項目落實，10 月 19 日下午 1 點到 4 點，波士頓市長的文化藝術辦公室和波士頓市公園及娛樂局將舉辦一場有音樂、美食的新壁畫揭幕慶祝會。