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THE INNER-CITY NEWS - August 04, 2021 - August 10, 2021

Freed Woman Fund Debuts To Ease Reentry

by MAYA MCFADDEN New Haven Independent

Babz Rawls Ivy kicked off Black Philanthropy Month with the launch of a fund to aid Black women exiting prison and reentering society, hoping to ease a path she herself has successfully navigated.

Rawls Ivy, who is the editor-in-chief of The Inner-City News and host of the daily WNNH FM radio show “LoveBabz LoveTalk,” held a debut event for The Freed Woman Fund (FWF) sponsored by the Prosperity Foundation Monday afternoon on the front porch of her home on Ivy Street in Newhallville.

Rawls Ivy began putting together the idea for the fund around March last year.

Then, after interviewing Executive Director of The Prosperity Foundation Orsella Hughes this past April, Rawls Ivy decided the fund would be created through the Prosperity Foundation, which seeks to help create philanthropic funds to support the Black community.

In 2007 Rawls Ivy served 30 days in federal prison on an embezzlement charge. She managed to rebuild her life afterwards as a community leader; her many volunteer leadership roles include currently chairing the Arts Council of Greater New Haven’s board, co-chairing the Common Ground High School board, serving as secretary for Long Wharf Theater’s board, and board member of Planned Parenthood of Southern New England (Connecticut and Rhode Island).

“When I served time in federal prison, unlike a lot of women, I didn’t lose everything that I had,” Rawls Ivy said. “When I came home, I came back to an intact situation. I am not the norm.”

Rawls Ivy said its common for families to fall apart when women go to prison.

While serving time Rawls Ivy said she, unlike most incarcerated women, knew

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Babz Rawls Ivy with Prosperity Foundation Executive Director Orsella Hughes at Monday’s porch launch.

that her children were safe, her home was taken care of, and she had friends who took care of bills. This support continued when she was released, unlike for many other women released from prison.

While serving time, Rawls Ivy said, she “immediately realized once I was inside that this was not about me just going to prison. It was about me hearing and seeing these women who had way less than I had.”

She resolved to find a way to “support women who had way less than I did” and “put women in a better place than they were.” She had run support groups in the past. “I wanted to do something a little more direct and effective.”

Rawls Ivy, who is 58, timed Monday’s launch with the celebration of Black Philanthropy Month. She said she is seeking

Freed Woman Fund supporters at the launch.

to “give back what was given to me.”

The fund’s launch also coincides with a growing civic focus in New Haven on helping ex-offenders reintegrate into society.

The fund will provide immediate access to money for Black women recently released from prison to get personal hygiene products, to take their kids out, or to pay for support program applications.

The FWF will aim to provide monetary support for women returning to the greater New Haven area to pay fees that “might be small to some people but for others they can be life changing,” Rawls Ivy said. “Most women when they come out don’t have any money. And they don’t know anyone who can get them money.”

She said that with financial support from the FWF, Black women will no longer

have to be faced with a loss of dignity by asking for money to get everyday essentials.

The goal is to fundraise $50,000 within the next year for the FWF. As of Monday $1,825 has been raised.

Rawls Ivy has assembled a team of advisers to help her choose recipients and distribute the money raised.

Hughes agreed to have the Prosperity Foundation sponsor the FWF to urge the Black community to help others realize that “philanthropy does exist in my neighborhood.”

The Prosperity Foundation focuses on supporting Black grassroots efforts for the Black community, Hughes said.

FWF supporters like Emalie Mayo gathered for the launch Monday. Mayo made a donation to the fund after recently learn-

ing more about the issues Black women face when exiting prison. “We need to help each other,” she said.

Mayo said Rawls Ivy’s story inspired her to pay more attention to the “subset of women in my community that need help.”

“I can only imagine what it’s like to have people turn their back on you for making a mistake,” Mayo said. “Having no support snowballs into mental health, homelessness, and recidivism. This is how we can fix these things.”

Rawls Ivy said she still experiences firsthand the difficulties that come with being a Black woman who has served time.

“The color of their skin makes it damn near impossible to step up out the shadow of being incarcerated,” Rawls Ivy said. “I still am in that shadow at times.”

Medicare For All Saves Lives And $

by JUSTIN PAGLINO, MD, PHD New Haven Independent

(Opinion)—On Aug. 2, the New Haven Board of Alders will hold a vote to adopt a resolution in support of the Medicare for All Act of 2021 (H.R.1976). Both as a citizen and as a candidate for U.S. Congress, I urge the Alders to vote in support.

A system in which the federal government acts as the ‘single payer’ of all medical expenses was broadly popularized by Bernie Sanders in his 2016 and 2020 races for U.S. President.

This most recent version of single payer health insurance legislation, introduced to the U.S. Congress in March by Rep. Pramilla Jayapal (D-WA-7), currently has 117 co-sponsors. That’s more than half of all House Democrats.

New Haven residents who are interested

in seeing single payer come to pass should be aware that our Congressperson, Rosa DeLauro, is not one of these co-sponsors.

Although commonly referred to as “Medicare for All,” a better title for H.R.1976 might be ‘Improved Medicare for All,’ since the new system would not have the same coverage limitations or healthcare consumer expenses associated with Medicare as it currently exists.

Instead, ‘Improved’ Medicare for All would provide comprehensive healthcare and medication coverage (including vision, hearing, and dental) free at the point of service: no co-pays and no deductibles, all expenses paid for via tax revenue.

No longer would any of us have to worry about the cost of healthcare, because if you need it, it’s covered. One might presume this type of system to be ‘unaffordable.’

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However, the truth is quite the opposite; 20 academic studies and the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) all agree that Medicare for All would mean less overall healthcare expense, not more.

Instead of our current health care spending of $3.8 Trillion, our annual expenses would be up to 15 percent lower each year, representing an annual savings of up to $570 Billion.

I encourage readers to research this question further if you are not fully persuaded.

Medicare for All will save not only lives, but also money—a claim that cannot be made by any proposed health insurance reform that leaves the profit motive in health insurance, where it does not belong.

So that’s the good news you might not hear as often as you should. We have the opportunity to guarantee comprehensive health-

care for all, and this will dramatically reduce our healthcare spending. Let’s do this.

Please take a moment and urge your alder and your representative in Congress to take this opportunity and support Medicare for All. And if they refuse, consider carefully your vote in November as your opportunity to make a difference regarding one of the most urgent issues we face: The unaffordability of American healthcare.

Paglino, announcing his run for office in 2020.

Paglino is a medical researcher and doctor from Guilford. In 2020, he was the Green Party candidate for the Third District Congressional seat, which is currently occupied

by U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro. He plans on running again in 2022 as a Green Party candidate for that same seat in U.S. Congress.

DuBois-Walton Drops Out Of Mayoral Race THE INNER-CITY NEWS - August 04, 2021 - August 11, 2021

by THOMAS BREEN

New Haven Independent

Karen DuBois-Walton has ended her campaign for mayor, leaving the path to reelection all but assured for first-term incumbent Justin Elicker.

DuBois-Walton broke that news Tuesday night at the beginning of the city’s Democratic Town Convention at the Betsy Ross Parish House on Kimberly Avenue.

“I wanted to run a campaign for equity and justice,” DuBois-Walton told the roughly 100 local Democratic Party stalwarts gathered in the wood-paneled meeting space. “A campaign that works to transform what’s possible in New Haven, in a way that our forebears here have done so many times.

“It’s become evident that the city is not ready for that kind of leadership. But, continuing to press this campaign would be too divisive and too damaging, to our party and to the city we love.”

So she has decided not to petition her way onto the Democratic primary ballot, and to give up her campaign to become the next mayor of New Haven.

DuBois-Walton’s exit from the race clears Elicker’s path to clinch the Democratic Party’s nomination for mayor during the Sept. 14 primary. Mayoral challenger Mayce Torres remains in the race.

After DuBois-Walton officially ended her run for the city’s top office, the local Democratic Party unanimously endorsed first-term incumbent Justin Elicker for

another two-year term. Elicker now advances to the Sept. 14 Democratic primary where he’ll face challenger Mayce Torres, if she succeeds in petitioning her way onto the primary ballot.

If Elicker wins the primary, he will face off against presumptive Republican mayoral nominee John Carlson in the November general election.

Before the convention began, and before DuBois-Walton publicly announced her decision to end her campaign, several dozen of her campaign supporters lined the sidewalk outside of Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School.

They waved DuBois-Walton campaign signs, and cheered to the sounds of D.J. Dooley-O and a step team that performed in support of the mayoral challenger’s erstwhile campaign.

Democratic Town Committee Chair Vinnie Mauro praised DuBois-Walton’s decades of public service in New Haven before giving her the mic at the convention to formally announce her decision to drop out.

He said his aunt, longtime city employee Patty Lawlor, always spoke glowingly of DuBois-Walton. “She’s smart, compassionate. She cares for people.”

“Karen DuBois-Walton’s future is limitless,” he said.

“This Is Not Our Time” Tuesday’s announcement comes nearly five months after DuBois-Walton—a 53-year-old Fair Haven resident who

previously served as a top aide to former Mayor John DeStefano before helming the city’s public housing authority for the past 14 years—first launched her mayoral challenge to Elicker in early March.

Her campaign initially took the form of an “exploratory committee,” then transitioned into an official bid for the Democratic nomination for mayor in early May. She had been participating in the city’s voluntary public-financing program, the Democracy Fund.

“I just think this is not our time,” DuBois-Walton told the Independent about her decision to end her campaign Tuesday. “I think we raised the right issues.

I’m proud of the campaign we’ve run.

And I think we’ve pushed this administration to do more…. I just don’t think that our city needs to go through a divisive campaign at this point. I got into this race to do what is best for the city, and that will continue to be my guiding principle.”

At campaign press conferences and Democratic Ward Committee meetings over the past few months, DuBois-Walton has consistently touted her local government experience and her commitment to racial, social, and economic “equity.”

She cited last year’s Black Lives Matter and police accountability protests as one of the most direct catalysts for her run for office. And she has promoted such policy proposals as creating a new universal Pre-K program called “New Haven Pre-

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Karen DuBois-Walton, on her way into the Democratic Town Convention.

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DuBois-Walton has also spent much of her campaign slamming Elicker, on everything from police department leaderCon’t on page

THE INNER-CITY NEWS - August 04, 2021 - August 10, 2021

Summer Camp Ride Spotlights Biking ABCs

The young cyclists checked their bikes to make sure they were in good repair. Osorio and other camp counselors stepped in to help adjust seat heights and made sure each kid had a properly fitted blue helmet donated by the Devil’s Gear Bike Shop.

Brakes checked, the orange-clad crew set off on their route, with NHPD Officers Jaime Franceschi, Justin Harpe, and Lt. Manmeet Colon (who is also the district manager for Newhallville) leading the way on motorcycle, bike, and car.

Osorio kept the youngsters on track, making sure to maintain a proper twinline pack formation all the way down the Farmington Canal Greenway.

“Stay hydrated!” she said. “Use your communication skills! Use your voice — it’s the most powerful weapon that you have, so use it!”

As she guided traffic on Hazel Street, Lt. Colon marveled at the kids following closely behind her colleagues.

“We should do this all the time!” she said. “This is great for the kids. They’re learning how to exercise, and they can build a good relationship with officers.”

Colon added that several officers are avid cyclists and jumped at the chance to interact with kids.

After exiting the greenway, the group safely navigated busy city streets and rolled up to the Co-op in East Rock.

Tired out, the kids clamored for orange juice and water, which the Co-op staffers gladly provided.

“I just saw green!” said Nayshawn Myers of the bike ride. This was his first ride on the Farmington Canal Trail.

“It was hot, but fun,” added Maya Moore.

She and others said that this was their longest ride yet.

The kids flitted around in a buzz of excitement as Addae and Martin led a tour of the Co-op’s bike upcycling process.

Bikes donated by community members start out in the back storage room… ... get fixed up by volunteers in the maintenance/hang-out space… … and finally are put out in the adjoining bike shop. Addae explained to the kids that half of the Co-op’s bikes are sold for cheap (all under $300), and the other half are donated to those who depend on them for transportation to work or school.

Ultimately, the kids’ visit advances the Co-op’s mission of addressing transportation inequality and bringing low-cost resources and knowledge to all New Haveners — including its youngest.

“Our goal is to get more people on bikes,” Addae said. “And we got 20 kids on bikes today. Hopefully we get some new volunteers, and inspire some of them to work on their own bikes at home.”

The visit was also just plain fun.

“We’re going to be smiling ear to ear for the rest of the day,” Martin said.

by ISAAC YU

New Haven Independent

Budding bike mechanic Tarrell Stafford, 12, found a potential new home to hone his craft—and teach others the importance of bicycle safety—as part of a summer camp group ride from Newhallville to East Rock.

Stafford was part of a cohort of 18 young bike enthusiasts to hit the road together Wednesday afternoon as part of a sixweek summer camp program run by the local youth mentoring and afterschool nonprofit, Leadership, Education, and Athletics in Partnership (LEAP).

The young cyclists biked 4.2 miles round trip between Lincoln-Bassett Community School and the Bradley Street Bicycle Co-op, escorted along the way by New Haven police officers, LEAP counselors, and Co-op bike experts.

As part of the six-week summer camp, the young cyclists have taken weekly lessons on the ABCs (Air, Brakes, and Chain) of bike safety.

The curriculum came together after LEAP Programs Director Lee Osorio noticed a rise in biking among young New Haveners during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The kids she saw on bikes were enthusiastic about spending time outside, Osorio said Wednesday, but they didn’t always have the know-how to ride safely. Riding in packs can be dangerous if not done properly, she said.

“We knew — we need bike education out here!” Osorio said.

Thanks to the program, the youngsters have picked up the ins and outs of maintenance, the importance of helmets and signaling, and the safest way to ride in a group without tripping, as it were, all over one’s fellow cyclists.

They got practice on a fleet of donated kid-sized bikes, put together by LEAP in partnership with the Co-op as well as community members.

The program culminated in Wednesday’s Newhallville-to-East Rock ride, plus a special behind-the-scenes tour of the Co-op with organizers John Martin and Kai Addae.

For Tarrell, who was one of the group’s pack leaders on Wednesday (the other leader was his brother, Treyten), the visit was more than a tour.

The aspiring mechanic said he has fixed over 100 of his friends’ and neighbors’ bikes in his driveway. He couldn’t believe his ears when Addae explained the Co-op’s volunteer program to him.

“I can just work here and get stuff for free?” he asked. He’d been wanting a 26inch bicycle body for a while, he said.

“Get paid in parts!” Addae replied. Tarrell would be their youngest volunteer yet.

“I Saw Green!”

The group started its day at the LincolnBassett Community School in Newhallville.

Counselor John Lee and Maya Moore preparing to ride.

Programs director Osorio (right) tuning up bikes at Lincoln bassett.

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Family Praises Fatal Shooting Arrest THE INNER-CITY NEWS - August 04, 2021 - August 11, 2021

by SOPHIE SONNENFELD

“I go home at night and I cry,” Arnold Payne said about what life has been like since the shooting death of his daughter, Natosha Gaines.

Payne said Tuesday he’s resting just a little bit more at ease now that police have arrested and charged the man who allegedly killed her.

Payne offered those words of appreciation for the New Haven Police Department and lead detective in the case, Daniel Conklin, at a press conference held at 1 Union Ave. Tuesday afternoon.

“I feel so much better,” Payne said, wearing a shirt bearing a picture of his late daughter.

City police arrested and charged Gaines’ boyfriend, Anthony Valeriano, last week with first-degree manslaughter after he allegedly pulled the trigger that led to Gaines’ death last October. Gaines was 44 years old.

According to arrest warrant affidavit written by Conklin, Valeriano told police that he accidentally shot Gaines while he was cleaning a pistol in their Quinnipiac

Avenue apartment.

Click here for more details on the police report, investigation, and Valeriano’s side of the story.

At Tuesday’s press conference, Sgt. Bertram Ettienne said that, based on the facts developed from the police department’s investigation, the first-degree manslaughter charge was “the charge that was most suitable.”

Counter to a claim that a neighbor and a relative gave to detectives during their investigation, Ettienne said, Valeriano and Gaines had no history of domestic violence that police could verify.

“We have no information saying that there was a documented history of domestic violence.”

“While this will never bring back Natosha,” Interim Police Chief Renee Dominguez said about Valeriano’s arrest, “it just gives a little bit of closure to begin a very long healing process that we know will probably last a lifetime.”

Holding her great-granddaughter in her arms, Gaines’ mother, Cheryl Tyson, stepped up to the mic to thank the police department for their work and to speak

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Natosha Gaines.

about the loss of her daughter.

She said the officers involved were very supportive of the family throughout the investigation. “I’m just grateful that he was caught and is doing time for the crime that he committed. He took something very precious away from all of us.”

She was full of life, full of joy,” Tyson continued. “She was an amazing grand-

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SOPHIE SONNENFELD PHOTO Gaines’ father, Arnold Payne, at Tuesday’s presser.

mother and an amazing mom.” She described Gaines’ hearty and infectious laugh. “That’s what I really miss about her.”

Surrounded by family from both her side and Payne’s side at the press conference, Tyson said tearfully, “She’s not even allowed to see her grandbaby, this grandbaby, grow up.”

Payne praised the officers and detectives involved in the case as a “great team.”

“They’re trying to stop the violence in New Haven and the killings. These officers are working their behinds off. They made a believer out of me and showed me that they can do it,” Payne said. “They did such a great job in such a short time.”

Mayor Justin Elicker thanked Det. Conklin and said he heard from the family that Conklin showed compassion and communicated consistently with them.

“Oftentimes justice takes longer than any of us would like,” the mayor said.

“Today is about bringing some sense of justice to your family. As a father, I can’t even imagine what you’ve experienced over the past eight months, but I hope you know that the New Haven Police Department are with you, not just up until today, but for many months and years moving forward to support your family.”

Conklin said it felt good to have worked the case. “It is a sense of accomplishment and a sense of relief to bring them some support and closure.”

Watch the full press conference below:

THE INNER-CITY NEWS - August 04, 2021 - August 10, 2021

3 New Captains Sworn In At City Hall before talking briefly about each captain.

When Dominguez took on her role as chief, she said, Dell offered to go wherever the chief needed to help. Dell began at the NHPD in 2008. She’s a trained accident reconstruction officer who has investigated over 200 injury cases.

In 2013, Dell was promoted to sergeant. In her work, Dell was an integral part of the research, development, and implementation of the department’s body worn camera program.

Dominguez described Healy as passionate and “spirited.” Dominguez and Healy are one police academy class apart and have spent nearly their entire careers together, Dominguez said. She shared a short story about competing in an Olympic-distance triathlon with Healy about eight years ago.

He said at the time he was not physically prepared, but agreed to participate anyway.

“He obviously went on to smoke us in that race. But that’s John. Whenever given a challenge, he accepts it head on with the confidence and command presence of a true leader,” Dominguez said. “He knows no other way than barreling along at 100 mph

by MAYA MCFADDEN New Haven Independent

The upper ranks of the New Haven Police Department are just a little more filled out, as three former lieutenants were officially sworn in as captains.

Those three newly minted captains are David Zannelli, John Healy, and Rose Dell.

All three former lieutenants were unanimously approved for promotion in June by the Board of Police Commissioners.

On Thursday afternoon on the second floor of City Hall, the New Haven Police Department welcomed the trio into a rank that has been vacant since former Capt. Anthony Duff retired earlier this year.

Interim Police Chief Renee Dominguez said the last time a captain test was given was in 2014, and the last time a captain was promoted from that list was in 2016.

“We are a police department who are doing more with less, no one knows this more than the three of you,” said Dominguez.

In each of their previous roles the three veteran cops would often give up family time and take on extra responsibilities to support the department, Dominguez added

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New Capts. John Healy, Rose Dell, and David Zannelli.

regardless of the task at hand.”

Dominguez said her first interaction with Zannelli was on Winchester Avenue at the police substation.

At the time Zannelli was a police officer in Rhode Island and thinking about transferring to the NHPD for family reasons. Zannelli sought out Dominguez’s opinion and asked her if she though transferring to New Haven was a “wise choice.”

“I think standing before me today, being promoted to captain, means that you can be confident that you made the right decision about 12 years ago,” Dominguez said.

The captains’ families, department colleagues of all ranks, members of the Board of Alders, and members of the Board of Police Commissioners joined the Thursday ceremony.

Before administering the city’s oath of office, Mayor Justin Elicker thanked the captains’ families for supporting them, and the captains themselves for their years of dedication to the city.

“You are an example of what makes us all proud about our city,” Elicker said.

Mayor “Exploring” City Staff Vax Mandate

by THOMAS BREEN

New Haven Independent

The Elicker Administration is “exploring” a vaccination mandate for city employees, and is strongly encouraging—though not requiring—that New Haveners wear masks while indoors in public places, regardless of whether or not they are vaccinated.

Mayor Justin Elicker and city Health Director Maritza Bond gave those updates Friday morning during a press conference held on the sidewalk in front of City Hall.

The focus of Friday’s presser was the end of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) nationwide eviction moratorium. City and state officials and local housing nonprofit leaders reminded renters across the city and the state that hundreds of millions of dollars in rent and utility relief remain available through the UniteCT program for qualified applicants. Hundreds of thousands of dollars remain in the city’s CASTLE renter and homeowner relief program, as well.

Given the recent uptick in Covid infections and hospitalizations in the region, state, and country, however, the latter half of the press conference focused instead on what the city is doing and can require to stem the spread of the highly infectious Delta variant.

Asked if the city plans to impose a vaccination mandate for city employees, Elicker replied, “We’re exploring that at this point.”

“There are some questions around labor,” he continued. “Some questions around the logistics of how we provide testing, if that were a requirement of people [who are not vaccinated.] Some questions around how we make sure that we appropriately track data and keep this information private. We want to make sure that we do this right.”

Local, state and federal agencies have increasingly turned to vaccination mandates for public employees over the past week as the Delta variant spreads like wildfire. New York City and the state government of California are both requiring that public employees get vaccinated.

So too has the federal Department of Veteran Affairs.

Private local employers like Quinnipiac University, Yale University, and Yale New Haven Health have also adopted vaccination mandates for staff. YNHH’s top doctor said on Thursday that the regional hospital system’s mandate sparked over 577 additional individuals to get vaccinated in the 28,000-employee system, bringing YNHH’s total employee vaccination rate to over 80 percent.

Asked what percentage of city employees are vaccinated, Elicker said the city is not allowed to track that information.

Bond stressed that the city and Griffin Health have free vaccination clinics available every day on the Green, on Long Wharf, and at Lighthouse Point Park. Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect oneself, one’s family, and one’s

THOMAS BREEN PHOTO Health Director Bond (at the mic) with Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz, city attorney Kevin Casini, and Mayor Elicker at Friday’s presser.

community from the novel coronavirus— especially from serious sickness, hospitalization, and death.

“Right now, there are no excuses,” she said. “Get out. Get vaccinated.”

Masks Recommended, Not Required Elicker, Bond and state Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz said that, as of yesterday, New

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Haven County has “substantial” levels of transmission of Covid, per the CDC’s benchmark of 50 new cases per day for every 100,000 residents. New Haven County currently has a rolling seven-day average of 52.18 new cases per 100,000 residents.

That means that all New Haveners, vac-

cinated and unvaccinated alike, should wear masks when indoors in public places with other people.

“We have continued this policy all along at City Hall,” Elicker said about maskwearing. Outside of City Hall, he added, “we very, very strongly encourage” people to wear masks indoors, “though we can’t require it.”

Why can’t the city require mask wearing at, say, restaurants and grocery stores and retail outlets, when the city did impose that very same requirement earlier on in the pandemic?

Elicker said that city attorneys’ reading of the a May executive order from Gov. Ned Lamont is that the city cannot impose a mask requirement outside of publicly-owned buildings.

The executive order allows private sector operations to “choose whether or not to have a mask mandate,” he said. It also allows municipalities to “choose whether in their buildings to have masks or not.”

“If it were up to me, I’d issue a mandate again,” Elicker said. But, deferring to city attorneys’ interpretation of the executive order, the state has “taken away our ability” to do that.

Bysiewicz said that the state Department of Public Health has also strongly recommended that Connecticut residents in counties with “substantial” levels of transmission—like New Haven—wear masks while indoors, regardless of whether or not they’re vaccinated.

Avshalom-Smith Petitioners Hit Streets THE INNER-CITY NEWS - August 04, 2021 - August 11, 2021

by NATALIE KAINZ

New Haven Independent

More speed bumps. Cleaner streets. And a safe space for children to play without the threat of violence.

Newhallville alder hopeful Devin Avshalom-Smith heard those quality-of-life calls over and over again Wednesday as he and campaign supporters walked the neighborhood, collecting signatures in a bid to petition his way on the Democratic primary ballot.

Avshalom-Smith, a 32-year-old state legislative aide and Newhallville community organizer, is one of three candidates vying to replace recently-resigned Newhallville Alder Delphine Clyburn.

Long-time local labor activist and Newhallville community stalwart Shirley Lawrence won the Democratic Town Committee’s endorsement for the Ward 20 alder nomination at Tuesday night’s convention. That means her name will be at the top of the Democratic primary ballot for the seat on Sept. 14.

Avshalom-Smith and fellow alder hopeful Addie Kimbrough have said they plan on petitioning their ways onto that primary ballot by collecting the 72 signatures needed to quality (which is 5 percent of registered Democrats in the ward.)

On Wednesday, Avshalom-Smith and a group of 10 volunteers—11 if you count 3-year-old Kali Elijah Chambers—set off on foot through the neighborhood to start gathering signatures, and to hear directly from neighbors about what would make for a safer, healthier, and happier Newhallville.

Avshalom-Smith said that as a contender for the Ward 20 alder seat, his role is to listen to neighbors’ concerns and put their hopes into action.

“My name is Devin. I’m running for Ward 20 and I’m trying to get enough signatures to be part of the ballot,” he said after knocking on each door around the Newhallville neighborhood.

On Wednesday, he received around 80 signatures—more than enough to qualify for the September primary. He’s planning to reach the 100 mark on Friday so that the show of support is clear.

“If you took 20 odd residents from the street, I would probably have more supporters,” said Avshalom-Smith.

Avshalom-Smith and his supporters gathered at Lincoln Bassett Community School Wednesday before setting off into the neighborhood to collect petition signatures.

“Devin is smart, he’s articulate, he listens and he considers before he gets an opinion,” said volunteer and nine-year Newhallville resident Nina Fawcett.

“That’s what we need in Newhallville.”

Fawcett was a member of the Newhallville Community Management Team for six years. During that time, she recognized that what the neighborhood needs is clear and concise communication so that residents can easily express their needs.

Three members of the Newhallville Community Management Team, including chair Kim Harris, Treasurer Carlota Clark, and secretary Elizabeth Knight also helped get signatures. The management team said they endorsed AvshalomSmith because he represents the needs of the community.

“Our connection with Devin was solidified during the pandemic,” said Harris.

“We distributed a quarter of a million meals out into Newhallville and he was a part of that.”

Ward 19 Democratic Ward Committee Co-Chair Claudine Wilkins-Chambers brought her son, Kali, to door knock with her for Avshalom-Smith. Kali is part of her motivation for supporting AvshalomSmith — who she thinks places heavy emphasis on the needs of young people.

“I’m hoping Kali will be able to play in this playground safely and without the fear of gun violence,” said WilkinsChambers. “I would also love to see

Kim Harris, Avshalom-Smith, Carlota Clark, and Elizabeth Knight.

Avshalom-Smith making his campaign pitch to Sheila Harris and Evette Brown.

enough social workers and nurses for every school in the district – without them having to share.”

Jeanette Sykes, another volunteer from Newhallville and management team regular, was proud of Avshalom-Smith’s efforts to support those on the other end of the age spectrum. She said his goal of streamlining support services for the elderly reveals his dedication to the needs of all his potential constituents.

“He’s a young man with an old soul,” Sykes said of Avshalom-Smith. “He brings youthfulness and intergenerational connections.”

Sykes hopes that Avshalom-Smith’s approach will bring more young investors into the community. As the leader of “The Perfect Blend”, a nonprofit youth leadership program, she thinks he will unite leaders together under a common goal.

That was a common point raised by several of the residents who Avshalom-Smith acquired signatures from as well: “He’s energetic and he’s relatable even though he’s young,” said Sheila Harris, who lives on Shelton Avenue and signed the petition. “He’s a positive role model for the young people so we’re rooting for him.”

Both Harris and Evette Brown expressed the need for speed bumps and a stop sign on Shelton Avenue to prevent the accidents that happen frequently there.

Oneita Rudolph was sitting on her porch when Avshalom-Smith approached her with his petition. She has lived in Newhallville since the 1970s and signed the petition in hopes that Avshalom-Smith would reduce the number of shootings in the area and organize neighborhood clean-ups.

In response to hearing that there are multiple people vying for the Ward 20 seat, Rudolph responded simply: “It’s okay with me that there’s competition — as long as they all make things better.”

Joyner Endorsed For Reelection To Ed Board

by ISAAC YU “I never let go of my students. And they never let go of me.”

With those words, Ed Joyner accepted the Democratic Town Committee’s unanimous endorsement Tuesday night for reelection to the Board of Education.

That endorsement came during the Democratic Town Convention at the Betsy Ross Parish House on Kimberly Avenue. Local Democrats also unanimously endorsed Mayor Justin Elicker and City/Town Clerk Michael Smart for reelection, and certified a list of 30 Democratic alder candidates.

If he wins the general election against

Republican challenger James O’Connell in November, Joyner will serve his third term representing District 1 on the Board of Education. (Joyner was first elected to a truncated two-year term in 2015, then reelected to his first full four-year term in 2017.)

Though he doesn’t face a Democratic primary challenger this time around, Joyner gave an impassioned speech at Tuesday’s convention in which he drew on personal experiences to demonstrate the value a public school education can bring.

“I’ve had a long journey in life. I started as a poor kid in a small town in North

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Carolina. I certainly had the culture, the love, and the encouragement that all children need to succeed.”

The 74 year-old, long-time local educator quoted the civil rights leader Malcolm X during his spect.

“Education is our passport to the future,” Joyner said, “for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.”

He went on to remind the audience of the principle of “E Pluribus Unum”, recalling mentors he’s had from all wakes of life. Some were Jewish, Italian, or Irish, some were queer, some female.

“Out of many, one,” Joyner said, hold-

ing up a single forefinger. “That means that no matter what your ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, no matter what, that the Creator God made us all from the same source. All God’s children conspired to create the person that is standing before you today.”

This influences his vision for the district and the experience he wants students to leave school with, Joyner said.

“We have to create a school system that educates kids in a way that they can look in the eyes of another human being and see the divine. Let us all come together and heal this community and let us shine a light for this nation.”

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Newhallville Celebrates Nuclear-Free Lot

by SOPHIE SONNENFELD

Gov. Ned Lamont, a dozen middle school students, a local landlord, and two Newhallville alder candidates walked onto a vacant lot—to celebrate that now, after decades of contamination, the site of a former Shelton Avenue nuclear manufacturing site is finally clean and ready to be repurposed.

That celebratory press conference and site visit took place Monday afternoon at 71 Shelton Ave. A year and a half after remediation work on the property first began in October 2019—and 500 trucks, 10,000 tons of removed materials, and 100 soil samples later—the site was officially approved for “unrestricted use” in March.

Lamont joined Newhallville neighbors and state and federal officials at the site on Monday to fete that cleanup, and to imagine what might one day stand where a long-dilapidated former nuclear fuel manufacturing facility has since been removed.

The $14 million cleanup was funded by the federal Department of Energy (DOE), and was overseen by the site’s former owner, General Electric (GE). The property is now owned by local landlord Schneur Katz. The DOE plans to install historical panels on the back end of the property to recognize the legacy of the site.

“GE did a great job of listening to our input and making sure that we did it right. This site’s got a long history as a big part of helping us in the Cold War, but that’s the legacy you want on the site, not what’s left behind on the site,” said DEEP Radiation Division Director Jeffrey Semancik on Monday.

Semancik said that as asbestos, lead

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Gov. Lamont (center), Kim Harris (left), and Harris Tucker school students celebrate the newly cleaned lot.

dust, and residual enriched uranium debris were removed, they ensured it was all packaged and sprayed down so as not to travel out or contaminate the community.

DEEP Supervising Radiation Control Physicist from the Radiation Division Michael Firsick said that after extracting remnants of manufactured radioactive material, any amount of radioactive material left now is of a “natural background” level.

He said they conducted close to 100 soil samples across the property to confirm those levels.

“The amount of radioactive material we found here wasn’t a public health and safety risk to the neighborhood or the environment but it was material that you

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wouldn’t want to ingest. And if the building collapsed, you wouldn’t want people walking through it,” Firsick said.

Firsick and Semancik spoke about the process and showed Lamont photos of the lot before the remediation while welcoming him to the now-clean site.

A group of young students from Harris and Tucker School summer care presented the governor with a certificate of appreciation.

Lamont praised the cleanup work and the collaboration between organizations and community leaders involved.

“It brings the community back to life and hey, kids, it also shows you we really love you and care about you. That’s why people put in a lot of effort to take this place that was sort of messy, unhealthy, and unsafe and you guys decide what should be here next. It’ll be something a lot better than what we had here before.”

“They did a good job, but we’ve got other sites in this community that we need to talk about,” Rev. Boise Kimber said at Monday’s event.

“They did an excellent job, they kept the community informed on every step. We felt like we were a part of what you were doing. This community has suffered over the years with contamination and so this is a beginning.”

What’s Coming Next?

Shepard Street block watch captain, community gardener, and Newhallville alder candidate Addie Kimbrough visited the site every month. She said the organizations working on the cleanup sent out thorough reports and always came to management team meetings.

Kimbrough said she would like to see affordable housing in the empty lot—“very affordable housing.” Additionally, she said there should be a way to incorporate some kind of community space.

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“Even if you have affordable housing here you can have a park where the children can play. It doesn’t have to take up the whole space.”

Secretary for the Newhallville Community Management Team, state legislative aide, and fellow Newhallville alder candidate Devin Avshalom-Smith said he would like to see business spaces or housing spring up in the lot. “Something that would generate revenue that would stay in the community.”

Community Management Team Chair Kim Harris, runs Harris and Tucker School, said the kids took a poll on what they want to see built in the property.

They landed on a farm with lots of animals, a playground, or tennis courts.

Harris grew up in Newhallville and said she still remembers how dilapidated the lot looked when she was a kid. “To see it now with all the possibilities is beautiful.”

“You really help to elevate the community by keeping us in the loop. We just want to keep these types of things happening in our neighborhood where we become more educated, where this generation really has a chance to make a difference in how they live.”

Eleven-year-old Spirite Watson who is from Newhallville came with the Tucker and Harris School group Monday afternoon.

As for her vision of the lot, Watson said, “I hope that it turns into a playground so more children can play.”

Local landlord Schneur Katz, who owns the property and the office building next door at 91 Shelton Ave., also attended Monday’s event.

Katz said he is currently “exploring different options” for the lot.

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ship and communication to high taxes to Board of Education discord and school closures during the pandemic.

Elicker consistently rebuffed DuBoisWalton’s critiques as overly negative and unfair—even as his administration appeared to respond to the substance of some of her barbs by, for example, sending out more frequent public updates about rising crime across the city, and by ramping up a public participation program for how the city plans to spend $90 million in federal pandemic-era bailout money.

While Democratic Ward Committee votes are nonbinding, they offered a temperature check of how some of the city’s local Democratic insiders were leaning in the run-up to Tuesday’s convention.

And, time and time and time again, committees voted in support of Elicker.

Committee members and campaign contributors generally lauded the mayor’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic and leadership of the city during the worst public health crisis in a century. Ultimately, DuBois-Walton won only four committee votes, in comparison to Elicker’s 20.

Asked what she plans to do next, DuBois-Walton noted that she is currently on leave from her post as director of Elm City Communities/Housing Authority of New Haven. Her top deputy Shenae Draughn has been filling in as acting director for the past three months.

“I think I’ll exhale for a moment, and then I’ll go back” to the housing authority director role full-time, DuBois-Walton said. “I’ve missed our residents and our staff. It is a wonderful position to return to.”

She also thanked her campaign supporters, saying that some got involved in her bid for the Democratic nomination because they felt like “the system didn’t reflect them.”

“I’m proud that we raised the right issues, and that we pushed,” she said. “I’m not going anywhere. I’m going to continue to raise these issues, just not as a mayoral candidate this cycle.”

According to her campaign’s most recent campaign finance disclosure, DuBois-Walton raised more than $109,700 from individual contributors and more than $31,100 in matching grants from the Democracy Fund by the end of June.

Her campaign committee reported spending more than $36,800 at that time, and, by the end of June, it had more than $104,000 on hand. DuBois-Walton’s campaign manager Will Viederman told the Independent that the campaign still has to crunch the numbers of how much money it has remaining before deciding what will happen to those funds.

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Vax Clinic’s Busier Day Offers Ray Of Hope

by NORA GRACE-FLOOD

Outreach workers stopped by her diner and convinced waitress Yoseline Diaz to overcome her fears and pop three blocks over to a clinic to finally get that Covid-19 vaccine.

A $25 Dunkin Donuts gift card convinced a 23-year-old skateboarder to stop making “excuses.”

Sharie Evans drove by signs for a clinic and decided ... it’s time.

And Jason Kozikowski and Bill Forrest decided hitting the links and the pubs in Ireland outweighed continuing to “wait and see” how the shots affected others.

Those reasons helped propel a spike in recipients at one local vaccine clinic — offering hope that minds can still be changed among the vaccine-hesitant as the region wrestles with a resurgence of the Covid-19 pandemic.

That was the scene at a weekly pop-up clinic in Hamden’s Keefe Center.

Only a couple of people had shown up on previous weeks. Then— days after a rise in hospitalizations fueled by the Delta variant led the state to recommend a return to indoor mask wearing— 13 people showed up on Friday.

In itself that’s a small number. But the increase — and the reasons offered by recipients — offered hope to outreach workers and clinic organizers that the ground game of repeatedly seeking to lure vaccine holdouts one by one can produce results and make the community safer.

The Quinnipiac Valley Health District has partnered with Cornell Scott Hill Health Center and Hamden community services to offer Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J vaccines every Friday in the Keefe gymnasium. The walk-up clinic is open every Friday through Aug. 27 between either 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call the Keefe Center here to confirm clinic hours.

Alexandrea Reaves, a community health outreach worker and event coordinator with QVHD who brainstormed and organized the Keefe Center clinic, said that only two people in total got vaccinated across previous Fridays. July 30 marked the clinic’s third week— and a turning point in the pop-up’s success story.

As the Delta variant spreads and New Haven County Covid case rates climb above the CDC’s threshold for “substantial” transmission, it may seem logical that the number of folks choosing to get vaccinated would increase.

But several other variables more precisely explain why so many individuals suddenly showed up to get their shots in Hamden on July 30.

Trust, Time, & Fears Yoseline Diaz, who showed up Friday, was about halfway through her shift at Three Brothers Diner when a group of health outreach workers stopped in and

told those at the restaurant about the nearby vaccine clinic.

“I saw an opportunity,” Diaz said. She asked for a quick break from serving burgers and traveled over to the Keefe Center for her first Pfizer shot.

Diaz works around 60 hours a week as both a line cook at McDonald’s and a waitress at the diner. She said that she had been postponing vaccination because she was “scared” of possible side effects — primarily because she can’t afford to miss any more work.

The 22-year-old also said that she was nervous about experiencing symptoms similar to those she had a few months back when she and four of the six family members she lives with contracted the virus.

“I had a bad headache, I couldn’t go downstairs, my legs were shaking. I couldn’t carry my own weight!” Diaz recalled. “I was hungry, but I couldn’t eat.”

Diaz remembered how her father was taken to the emergency room in an ambulance because his symptoms became so severe. He had to rely on a feeding tube for two weeks after a full month and a half in the hospital.

With everyone unable to leave their house — or beds — to run errands or maintain their 40-plus, Diaz said there was “no food” around the house.

After that collective health scare, most of her family rushed to get vaccinated when they got the chance. Only one brother, she noted, has yet to receive his. “He’s super scared,” Diaz said, though she also said she was unsure exactly why he is fearful.

She said he “got in line” at a clinic once, “but backed out.”

“He thinks that if everyone else in the house is vaccinated, it won’t be a problem — but of course I tell him that’s not true.”

Diaz said she would go back to work at the diner that afternoon until 2 a.m. before starting another 8 a.m. shift the next morning.

Sharie Evans, a nursing assistant who got partially vaccinated on Friday, also had Covid-19 back in April — while six months pregnant.

Evans said she believes she contracted Covid at a small family gathering for her nephew’s fifth birthday through an attendee who had previously been exposed to someone with the virus. “It was less than ten people, and I was the only one that got it,” she said. “I was pissed off to say the least — because I was pregnant!”

Her two-week period of sickness began with four days of “horrible insomnia.”

The only other significant symptom, she said, was “bad leg aching for about nine days.” Her doctor gave her the go-ahead to receive the vaccine while she was pregnant, she said, but she wanted to wait.

Three weeks after giving birth, Evans was driving to her sister’s Hamden house from Derby when she saw signage around the Keefe Center. She remembered “jok-

Sharie Evans from Derby gets vaccinated in Hamden.

From left to right: Alexa Bradley, Pearl Mckee, Valeria Tamayo, and Tajah Maximin.

ingly” suggesting to her stepchildren that she should finally get the vaccine.

Her fiance’s two kids urged her to follow through — and, after dropping them off with her mom, she drove back to the Keefe Center to do exactly that.

“That’s it?” she asked after a nurse took the needle out of her arm.

“I thought it was gonna hurt!”

Evans said that she was not uniquely “scared” of the Covid-19 vaccine because “every vaccination has some sort of reaction.” But, she admitted, “I don’t wanna get sick again or worse. I’m just nervous, because we really aren’t educated on the long or short-term effects.”

She added that she lives with her fiance, three children and 14-year-old nephew.

Everyone in her house who is old enough has received the vaccine. Her fiance’s two children, who live with their biological mother during the week, are not yet vaccinated.

Evans said she has not discussed the issue with her fiance’s ex-wife out of fear of “overstepping boundaries,” but stated that she does intend to have a conversation with the whole family “soon” in order to advocate for the health of both the

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kids and those around them.

Meanwhile, rising ninth grader Kaylin Harrell arrived at the Keefe Center to get vaccinated “before heading back to school.”

Her mother, Shirley Skyers-Thomas, who received the vaccine back in early spring, said that once Pfizer became available for adolescents, things were starting “to almost feel like they did pre-Covid.”

“I kind of forgot that it existed!” Harrell jumped in. Skyers-Thomas said that after reading about the Delta variant and a rise in hospital case loads, she remembered: “Oh, we need to do that now!”

Harrell said that her family just moved from Bethany to Woodbridge, where she will attend Amity High come September and take courses in theater at Educational Center for the Arts. She said that at her old middle school, kids kept up with masking and sanitizing their desks and belongings, but had trouble maintaining distance from one another.

“A vaccination mandate would be better,” she and her mom agreed. “And better enforcement of rules.”

Other than Covid-related nerves, she said, she feels confident about starting

at a new school — her strong “sense of style,” she asserted, always helps her to stand out and easily find new friends.

“Imma Be Nice & Fed” Meanwhile, a 23-year-old, who did not give his name, went the Moderna route after some Cornell Scott health workers encountered him skateboarding around Putnam Avenue and handed him an informational flyer advertising the clinic.

One line stood out: “$25 gift card if vaccinated.”

“If you hit an impoverished community, that means something,” he asserted.

“Imma be nice and fed in the morning,” he said with a grin, choosing a Dunkin’ Donuts certificate over one for Amazon.

“Coolattas, iced coffee, maybe a donut — they’ve got a two for $1.80 deal,” he listed his breakfast options.

He said that he had been “unsure and nervous” about the vaccine for months because others in his community weren’t getting it. “I was giving myself excuses,” he said.

He noted how his friends often go maskless into stores because nobody can prove any of them were unvaccinated. Sometimes, he said, he feels peer pressure not to wear a mask either— but he said he also felt “like a jerk” in the past when he didn’t.

“Maybe I can lead by example,” he said.

“Maybe now they’ll get the vaccine.”

“So,” he concluded, “I guess community… and money…” were the joint reasons he got on board with the vaccine.

Travel Plans Change Minds While many cited public and personal safety, community, and cash incentives as their reasons for getting the vaccine after a period of hesitation, Jason Kozikowski and Bill Forrest were the only folks to name an international golf adventure, and travel regulations, as their primary motivator.

The two said they have been planning a “post-Covid” trip to Ireland with six other pals since last September in order to play six scenic golf courses and “experience the Irish pubs.”

Without the vaccine, they said they would have to quarantine for two weeks in Ireland post-arrival. “I can’t take a three week break from work,” Kozikowski reasoned.

With the vaccine, “you just have to get a negative test and you’re free to go,” he added. Before he finished that sentence, he was vaccinated with the J&J. “There’s no way we’re going without it,” Forrest agreed.

Forrest and Kozikowski live in North Haven. When they called a vaccine station listed on the town website, however, they were told that the clinic was no longer offering vaccines and that they should instead drive to the Keefe center.

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themselves “anti-vaxxers,” but that they share a “wait and see” perspective on the vaccine.

Kozikowski said he originally wanted to wait until the Federal Drug Administration fully approved at least one of the vaccines — rather than just offering emergency use authorization— before getting injected.

Forrest added that his wife, who is an immunologist, has observed some patients who have experienced adverse reactions to the vaccine. He said he wanted to wait an additional six months in order to see whether other negative responses occurred across populations who received their shots before he got it himself.

Since he was working from home all year and his wife is “hazmatted” at work, he said he wasn’t too worried about catching Covid until the prospect of international travel came into view.

His wife, he added, is not vaccinated, but he said that she attributes her hesitancy to “listening to government officials flip flop” on their stances.

“You ask yourself, what’s going on here? What’s the truth?” he said of the way the vaccine is discussed in the media.

Either way, both had enough faith in the vaccine to get their shot in exchange for seven days overseas.

When the nurse suggested the pair take tylenols post vaccine, Kozikowski asked, “and some beer too, right?”

“Live your life as you normally would,”

she responded. “And stay hydrated.”

Consistency & Clarity While every individual must go through a different decision-making process concerning when and if to get the vaccine, new efforts taken by local health organizations appear to have expedited vaccinepositive outcomes to many independent deliberations.

For example, the Keefe Center clinic is the only consistent vaccine pop-up in Hamden specifically geared toward people of color.

Alexandrea Reaves is largely to thank for that initiative. The 25-year-old, who previously worked full-time as a bank teller, finally got to flex some of the skills she picked up through her public health master’s degree this year after receiving a temporary job position with QVHD. Quinnipiac Health recently applied for grant money through the vaccine equity partnership funding grant. Reaves found a two month job figuring out how to spend some of that money.

Reaves said that, in addition to Hamden, she works with Bethany, North Haven, and Woodbridge through QVHD. Hamden has the highest proportion of folks of color compared to those other towns— and the lowest vaccination rate. About 62 percent of Hamden residents have received at least one dose of the vaccine compared to about 75 percent of Woodbridge.

Robin Moody-Davis, the marketing and outreach coordinator for Cornell Scott, told the Independent at a recent but unrelated vaccine pop-up that Cornell Scott

is currently focusing their vaccine efforts on New Haven, where only 55 percent of residents have gotten at least one dose.

Cornell Scott has multiple health sites in New Haven and launches their own popups in the city, but only come to Hamden when a community partner reaches out and asks for their services.

In this case, Reaves asked for nurses to come to the Keefe gymnasium— the place where she used to hang out after school growing up in town.

She said she chose the Keefe Center because it is located in Southern Hamden, the part of Hamden that is home to the most people of color, while still in a central location that allows individuals from all over to access it via public transportation.

In addition to pop-ups at block parties, barbershops, and liquor store parking lots, Reaves has been working to create a space in Hamden that regularly offers the vaccine. She also planned to offer shots at Hamden’s town center farmer’s market on Thursdays, but that has been cancelled almost every week this summer due to rain.

“Consistency really matters,” said Carlah Esdaile-Bragg, who leads community relations for Cornell Scott.

“It’s harder than you think to get the word out,” Reaves asserted.

Turnout has most likely grown so quickly and dramatically at the clinic because there are virtually no other communityoriented vaccine spots that operate on a regular basis. It takes time to draw individuals’ attention to those resources,

and to build trust in communities where vaccine hesitancy can be linked to experiences with systemic injustice.

Reaves said that she often hears Black and Brown folks tell her, “I don’t want to be another experiment.” Whether it’s lack of education or fear of the power structures that surround health in America, Reaves is working to facilitate honest conversations between community members about their concerns.

Reaves shared that she was originally unsure as to whether or not to get the vaccine because of a lack of understanding regarding “what’s in” those shots. But after she got the job with QVHD, she said she was exposed to Covid-19 experts and health professionals who supported her in doing the fact-based research she needed to back her decision to get vaccinated.

“It’s up to you, everyone has their right to decide whether or not to get the vaccine,” she said. “But let’s talk about it.”

Pearl Mckee, Tajah Maximin, Valeria Tamayo, Alexa Bradley, and Ruth Rodriguez are one group of outreach workers employed by Cornell Scott and the Community Alliance for Research and Engagement whose jobs specifically entail discovering, listening to, and educating skeptical folks. They go out within Hamden every Friday during the same hours the Keefe clinic is open.

Mckee and Tamayo were both hired as bilingual outreach specialists for Cornell Scott, part of an initiative to create a base of interpreters and communicators who can speak to community members in their first languages, including Arabic and

Spanish.

Because all of those outreach workers are also folks of color, many of them have experienced similar concerns and circumstances to those they meet while walking the town’s streets. On Friday, nearly all of them expressed an initial sense of hesitancy that disappeared after finding healthrelated employment that provided them with educational resources. And many of them, like many of those who came out to get vaccinated on Friday, also contracted and suffered from Covid-19 this year.

On Friday, those outreach workers said that they had recognized individuals they had talked to weeks ago finally come by to get vaccinated. Trust and understanding, they said, are the key variables that truly drive an individual’s desire and decision to get vaccinated for the good of their larger communities.

At the same time, the clinic is fulfilling a need apparent in other communities.

Many of the individuals who strolled into the Keefe Center on Friday did not live in Hamden, but in nearby towns where vaccination opportunities were more difficult to locate.

Still, the Keefe Center pop-up is technically in “pilot mode.” After funding runs out at the end of August, QVHD will have to reevaluate whether or not to keep certain clinics running. And Reaves and others will find out whether or not they still have jobs in community health.

Check out the poster above to find open vaccine sites around Hamden this week.

Reaves organized all of those events— and designed the flyer.

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Sisters’ Journey August Survivor of the Month – Carmen Michelle Lopez My name is Carmen Michelle Lopez.

I’ve been married to a wonderful man for 27 years and we have two amazing children. I am truly blessed to have them in my life.

At age 40 I was diagnosed with breast cancer on August 24, 2017 I remember it like it was yesterday. I felt a lump on my right breast. I was not too alarmed until two weeks later when I started to feel pain on both of my breasts. I decided to call my gynecologist, Dr. Gerald Roy. He has been my doctor for 18 years and has helped me with other underlining health problems. After my exam, he decided to send me for a mammogram just to be on the safe side. So, I went for a mammogram the next day. After the mammogram they told me I needed further testing, a biopsy. Honestly, I was not alarmed because my mom had so many biopsies and they were all benign. I thought maybe this would be the same for me. I did not think anything of it and went to my appointment still unalarmed.

I was at work preparing for a Friday morning meeting. I left early that day to get some materials I needed for my meeting and to pick up my 13-yearold to drop him off at football practice. That’s when

I received the call that changed my life. I never thought in a million years the doctor was going to tell me such horrifying news. It felt like my life was over and everything was in a fog. I could not believe it. I screamed, I cried, I was so angry. I felt disappointed as if I had done this to myself.

My poor son had to hear the news with me. I cannot believe he was so strong and managed to calm me down until I came to a complete stop. My first thought was, “Why me?” I was recuperating from major back surgery that had taken place three months prior to this diagnosis. Immediately I called my husband and told him to meet me at my mom’s house since she lived closer to his job. When I gave him and my family the news that I had Stage 1 invasive breast cancer, they were all in such shock and disbelief.

I had no idea what I was going to face, but by the next day, I started to change my thought process. I told myself, “I am no better than anyone else who has undergone some type of cancer, especially when children experience it as well.” The next day I went to meet with my doctor to discuss my diagnosis and determine a path of treatment. I went with my husband

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and my boss, Dr. Harel. Having him by our side meant the world to my husband and I. Dr. Kirsten Zarfos was my breast surgeon. She explain the process and had a heart-to-heart conversation with us, and

gave us her recommendations of what she thought was best for my treatment. She was such an amazing, loving and caring doctor.

Upon receiving the news of my diagnosis, I contemplated going on a girl’s trip.

Dr. Zarfos gave me encouraging words.

She told me that this is only a chapter in my life story, and that I will merely continue to turn the pages. Those worlds meant so much to me because it gave me hope and the courage to fight. I am happy I went on the trip with my support team, my cousins, and my best friend. This was much needed before I underwent surgery and treatment. It gave me some time to think and reflect.

After the conversation we had with the doctor and praying about it, I decided to get a lumpectomy and to leave the rest in God’s hands. I started my chemotherapy September of 2017 and completed all my treatments, including radiation, by the end of July 2018.

It was a long journey, but it was so beneficial. I say beneficial because even though it was such a traumatic experience, it was humbling and it awakened my spirituality. We tend to get disconnected from the important things in life

with our day-to-day routines. When you really sit down and reflect on what’s important, you realize that life itself and the way we live it should not be dictated or motivated by superficial things. Health, love and sanity should define our happiness.

God has always been with me every step of the way. He guided me through this hard time and sent me such a loving and amazing support system including my loving mother, my amazingly loving mother-in-law who stayed with me every night and took me to most of my treatments as my husband is a firefighter and had to work 24-hour shifts. He also sent my two loving cousins who came most of the time to make me laugh; my loving siblings, family, friends and colleagues; and most of all my loving husband who has loved me unconditionally and was with me every step of the way. I was overwhelmed with LOVE and I thank God for all my blessings.

I am not about what has happened to me. I am who I choose to be. I am strong.

I am a fighter. I am a survivor. I live my life with passion, love and purpose, always with God by my side, no matter what circumstances I may face.

Raising the First Lady: Michelle Obama’s Mom Celebrates 84 Years Young!

by Jenny A. Casiano, BDO “Behind every great woman…is another great woman” While that phrase may be said jokingly, it is definitely true in the case of former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama. Mrs. Obama’s mom turned 84 years old on July 30th and the former First Lady couldn’t be prouder. To express her appreciation of her mom, Obama took to Twitter to post a heartfelt message.

Mrs. Obama proudly tweeted a picture of herself with her mom, Marian Robinson, along with a note.

“Happy birthday to the woman who taught me how to think for myself, use my voice, and show up authentically in this world,” she began. “Your belief that I mattered, even when I was just a little girl, led me to where I am today. Thank you for being the ultimate role model.

Love you, mom!”

Obama describes her mother as forthright and honest, and speaks of her implacability and her silent support for Obama throughout her childhood and beyond.

Mrs. Robinson worked at a bank, at the University of Chicago, and as a secretary at the Spiegel catalog company. Then, in 1960, she married Mrs. Obama’s dad, Fraser Robinson III, a pump worker at Chicago’s water plant.

Robinson used to take her daughter. Mrs. Obama, to the library long before she started school and used to sit beside her as

she learned to read and write. Usually the kind of mother who expected her children to settle their own disputes, Robinson was quick to see real distress and stepped in to help when needed. For example, when Michelle was in second grade and was distressed because of being devalued by a teacher, Robinson advocated for her and was instrumental in getting her daughter better learning opportunities at school.

Robinson encouraged her children to communicate with her about all subjects by being available when needed and giving practical advice. She entertained Michelle’s school friends when they visited and enabled her to make her own choices in important matters.

Not only did Mrs. Obama, 57, celebrate her mother’s day of birth, other Twitter users joined in on the celebration, with one user replying to the tweet, “dear Ms. Obama.., please wish your dear, sweet Momma a super happy and fantastic birthday from me. Tell her, her light shines so brightly, it could ALWAYS be seen, even while standing behind a first phenomenal family. She’s just that special!!!”

“When we were growing up, she always gave us the space to ask questions and share our ideas,” Michelle wrote of her mom on Instagram. “And she always took us seriously, carefully considering what we had to say and responding with thoughtful questions, and plenty of encouragement.”

“All along, she was empowering us to

listening ear to hear about what was on my mind. When I came home with a tale about my disastrous second-grade classroom, she marched into the school to figure out what was going on. And as I grew older, including up through my years as First Lady, she was always there for me as a guiding light through whatever fog was clouding my path. She’s always listened more than she lectured; observed more than she demonstrated. In doing so, she allowed me to think for myself and develop my own voice.”

Her mom’s upbringing plays a major part in how she raised her own daughter’s Malia and Sasha.

“She laid out the blueprint for how I have raised my own girls.”

be ourselves, kindling the unique flame burning inside each of us,” Obama continued.

Her mom saw in her “tenacity, a stubbornness, a sassiness — a flame. It wasn’t a flame she’d ever lay claim to sparking, and she certainly never tried to douse it

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either. My brother, Craig, had his own flame, different and slightly cooler than mine. My parents gave his fire, too, the oxygen it needed to grow.”

“Growing up, every time I’d come home from school with a story to share, my mother was there with a snack and a

“I see now how important that kind of freedom is for all children, particularly for girls with flames of their own — flames the world might try to dim. I know that not every girl is like me, including my own daughters,” Obama wrote. “Malia and Sasha both have different temperaments, different sensibilities, different flames. Neither of them burns the same way that I do or that Barack does. That unique flare is what makes them who they are, and that’s what I love about them.”

“Mom, you are my rock and my best friend, and you have been a guiding light throughout my life,” she wrote on social media Friday. “I love you!”

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IN MEMORIAM:

Civil Rights Legend Bob Moses Dies at 86

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent

DuVernay said Moses dug deep.

“You need to know about this genius, Bob Moses,” comedian Bill Cosby asserted, urging people to start with Moses’ book, “Radical Equations.”

Robert Parris Moses, one of America’s foremost civil rights leaders who stood fearless in the face of violence to register African American voters in the South, has died at the age of 86.

Imani Perry, the Hughes Rogers Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University, called Moses her model for organizing.

“Principled, intellectual, humble, deliberate, willing to work with all who come, never berating but consistently challenging,” Perry stated.

His daughter, Maisha Moses, announced his death.

Often clad in denim overalls, Moses drew comparisons to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The depth and scale of Moses’ courage proved legendary.

“Fun loving, kind, and a reflective teacher,” she concluded.

His activism drew the ire of White supremacists, but minorities and the oppressed hailed him as a pioneer.

Moses famously noted the Southern Christian Leadership Conference’s (SCLC) Ella Baker as an inspiration.

In a tribute released by the Student Non-Violence Coordinating Committee (SNCC) on Sunday, July 25, SNCC officials said Moses was key to the SNCC launching its voter registration campaign in Mississippi.

That work led to Freedom Schools, the 1964 Summer Project, the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, the Poor People’s Campaign, and the Mississippi Freedom Labor Union.

“And these not only began to alter the face of Mississippi but also challenged the country to be true to the best in itself,” the SNCC wrote in its tribute.

They continued: “At the heart of these efforts was SNCC’s idea that people – ordinary people long denied this power – could take control of their lives. These were the people that Bob brought to the table to fight for a seat: maids, sharecroppers, day workers, barbers, beauticians, teachers, preachers, and many others from all walks of life.”

The statement continued: “The Algebra Project [Moses] founded in 1982 is a direct outgrowth of this early work in Mississippi. The project’s work aims to prepare those still kept on the bottom rungs of our society for success in the information economy of the 21st century.

“Finally, the SNCC Legacy Project want to issue a call on behalf of Bob and other SNCC veterans like Julian Bond, John Lewis, Chuck McDew, Fannie Lou Hamer, Ruby Doris Robinson, James Forman, Marion Barry, Ms. Ella Baker, Amzie Moore, Unita Blackwell, and the local people with whom they worked to continue to raise the banner of the continuing struggle for a better world.”

Noted Civil Rights leader and National Newspaper Publishers Association President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., saluted the life and legacy of Moses

NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson told the New York Times that Moses exemplified putting community interests above ego and personal interest.

“If you look at his work, he was always pushing local leadership first,” Johnson exclaimed.

Born on Jan. 23, 1935, in Harlem, New York, Moses became a schoolteacher. He later moved to Mississippi and quickly organized civil rights activists to counter

actions by the Ku Klux Klan and other hate groups.

Despite the violence that African Americans routinely faced when trying to vote, Moses helped register thousands of voters.

He trained countless organizers inside the walls of so-called freedom schools to carry out the mission of civil rights.

During one encounter with White supremacists, Moses suffered a severe head injury that required nine stitches.

While bloodied, bruised, and nearly unconscious, Moses led a group to a Mississippi courthouse to register them to vote.

When he was 73, Moses told CNN he did not vote for a president in three decades until 2008 for President Barack Obama.

“I don’t do politics, but I made sure to vote this time,” Moses said. “Obama is the first person I really felt moved to vote for.”

CNN noted that “Obama called Moses a hero of his, Moses recalled, recounting to an Obama rally he attended where the former President discovered he was in the audience.”

Moses is survived by his wife, Janet, and children Maisha, Omo, Taba, and Malika.

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on behalf of the Black Press of America.

“Bob Moses’ entire life was dedicated to freedom, justice, and equality for African Americans and all people,” Dr. Chavis reflected.

“The Black Press of America pauses to express our condolences to the Moses family and to rededicate our journalistic efforts to keep alive the legacy and the vision of Bob Moses.

“SNCC does not get enough credit for all of the transformative work that SNCC accomplished in the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Long live the spirit of Bob Moses.”

Filmmaker and famed television producer Topper Carew also counted as a friend and admirer of Moses.

“Bob Moses wasn’t a drum major. Bob Moses was the drummer,” Carew told NNPA Newswire.

“I will miss his presence. Being around him made you stronger,” Carew re-

marked.

Activist and teacher Zellie Imani was among many others mourning the passing of Moses.

“We have lost one of the most courageous organizers of our time,” Imani wrote on Twitter.

“As a field organizer for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, Bob Moses was the architect of the Mississippi Freedom Project, the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, and the Algebra Project,” Imani declared.

When people would ask what they should do, Moses asked them what they thought; filmmaker Ava DuVernay offered in a quote she credited to political activist Tom Hayden.

“At meetings, he usually sat in the back and spoke last,” DuVernay noted.

“He slept on floors, wore overalls, shared the risks, took the blows.”

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BlackNews.com Atlanta, GA — Jayla Jackson and Emani Stanton have made history as the firstever Black female duo to win the prestigious international debate competition at Harvard University. And they did it with an undefeated record!

The duo bested more than a hundred debaters from around the world despite the increasing difficulty in every round.

“We saw it more as a blessing and not a burden, and having that mindset allowed us to do so well,” Stanton told WSBTV. Stanton and Jackson, who are ages 16 and 17, are students at North Atlanta High and Holy Innocents Episcopal. Both of them are members of the Harvard Di-

versity Project, which trains young debaters to compete internationally. The duo’s recent win secured the fourth consecutive win in the annual competition for their team, which has an undefeated 10-0 record.

The two young debaters dedicate their victory to each other, as well as the Harvard Diversity Project and its founder, award-winning debate coach Brandon P. Fleming.

Moreover, they said that debate has helped them build their confidence and change their outlook in life.

“I question everything, and doing that has allowed me to create unique and diverse perspectives about the world,” Jackson said.

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How Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Manuel Overcame Overtraining Syndrome

by Jasmine Browley, BlackDoctor.org

Every athlete knows that greatness is on the other side of hard training. But what happens if you overdo it? That’s what Simone Manuel, 2016 Olympic gold medalist in the 100 freestyle who failed to qualify for the final earlier this month at the 2021 U.S. Olympic trials, found out when she was diagnosed with overtraining syndrome in March and spent three weeks out of the pool two months before the trials.

“It was kind of one of those bittersweet moments where my body wasn’t doing what I knew it was capable of,” said Manuel, 24 in another interview, the only Black woman individual Olympic gold medal in her category.

“I had moments where I didn’t even want to go to the pool because I knew it was going to be bad,” she said in a press conference before her race earlier this month.

“It was one of those moments where I felt relief because (taking time off) is what I need to even get to Olympic trials, but it also was hard because 11 weeks out from Olympic trials, you’re taking three weeks out of the water. I wasn’t doing any exercise. I went home and I spent time with my family.”

Manuel said she experienced various symptoms starting at the top of the year: an increased heart rate, both at rest and in

training; insomnia, depression, lack of appetite, anxiety and muscle soreness.

“Like just walking up the stairs to the pool, I was gassed. Workouts that seemed to be easier seemed to be really hard,” she said during the press conference.

“It was definitely discouraging. There is the physical component but on top of that is the mental component” she shared.

“I was going to practice and I didn’t want to be there because I knew I wasn’t at my best and that’s hard because I love this sport and that was hard for me to grasp during that time.”

According to the US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, burnout or overtraining syndrome, is a condition in which an athlete experiences fatigue and declining performance in sport despite continuing or increased training.

Overtraining can result in mood changes, decreased motivation, frequent injuries, and even infections.

Overtraining syndrome happens when an athlete fails to recover adequately from training and competition.

The symptoms are due to a combination of changes in hormones, suppression of the immune system (which decreases the athlete’s ability to fight infection), physical fatigue and psychological changes.

Risk factors include specializing in a single sport, sudden increases in training,

participation in endurance sports, low self-esteem, and parental and coaching pressure to perform.

Warning signs of burnout include: The young athlete is no longer enjoying playing the sport.

The sport is dominating the family’s life.

The only topic of conversation is the child’s sport.

Rewards are based on performance in the sport.

The young athlete has missed 10 percent of the season, but has not seen a doctor.

The female athlete is older than 16 and still not menstruating, or is dieting just to become a better athlete.

Manuel, who set the American record in the 100 free in 52.04 seconds at the 2019 world championships, ended up in ninth place after the evening’s two semifinals in 54.17, missing the eighth and last spot in the final by .02 seconds.

“I’m an Olympic champion so I know there is more there,” she shared in another interview.

“That’s what is giving me peace. I know I did everything I possibly could to even be here and that makes me proud because I continue to stay strong during this process even when there are times when I wanted to give up.”

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An Update on President Joe Biden’s Promise to “Have our Backs” Nations.

By Congressman James E. Clyburn ( D-SC), House Majority Whip

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July 20, 2021, marked six months that Joseph R. Biden has been President.

When I endorsed Joe Biden for President in January 2020, I said, “we know Joe, but most importantly, Joe knows us.”

In his remarks following the endorsement, Joe Biden pledged that, if given the opportunity, he would nominate a Black woman to the United States Supreme Court, something that is long overdue. In his first official act as Presidential nominee he picked a woman of color to be his running mate. And when he was declared winner of the Presidential contest, Joe Biden acknowledged the pivotal role Blacks played in his success, declaring that he would “have our backs.”

Joe Biden has accomplished a lot, and a lot remains to be done. I maintain that the best predictor of future performance is past behavior. I also maintain that this country does not need to be made great.

It already is. Our challenge is to make the country’s greatness accessible and affordable for all its citizens. To meet this challenge, President Joe Biden has put together the most diverse Cabinet the country has ever seen, and many of his appointments are history making.

Consider the following: • Lloyd Austin, III, the first African American to head the Defense Department; • Cecilia Rouse, the first African American to chair the Council of Economic Advisers; • Janet Yellen, the first woman to head the Treasury Department; • Xavier Becerra and Alejandro Mayorkas, the first Latinos to head Health and Human Services and Homeland Security, respectively; • Isabel Guzman, the first Latina to lead the Small Business Administration; • Deb Haaland, the first Native American to lead the Interior Department; • Katherine Tai, the first Asian Pacific Islander to serve as the U.S. Trade Representative; and • Pete Buttigieg, the first openly LGBTQ member of a Presidential Cabinet; • And, while not the first African Americans to hold these positions, Biden named Marcia Fudge to head Housing and Urban Development, Michael Regan to head the Environmental Protection Agency, and Linda ThomasGreenfield as Ambassador to the United

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Executive Orders On his first day in office Joe Biden signed 17 of his 52 executive orders, and since then, he has taken other significant executive actions. Many of these actions have reversed “45’s” policies that discriminated against Blacks and other minorities, such as lifting the ban on immigration from African and Muslim countries; and repealing the ban restricting federal entities and contractors from holding diversity and inclusion training.

He issued a directive to the Department of Housing and Urban Development to shore up the implementation of the Fair Housing Act. And he instructed federal agencies to report later this year on improving equity in their offices, their policies, and their programming.

The Biden Administration has launched an all-of-government effort to expand federal contracts with small and disadvantaged businesses (SDB). Today, just 10 percent of federal contracts are with SDBs, and President Biden has set a goal to increase that by 50 percent by 2026, translating to an additional $10 billion investment over the next fiveyear period.

To further fulfill his promise to “Build Back Better,” President Biden has launched some unprecedented legislative initiatives: three of which are the American Rescue Plan (ARP), the American Jobs Plan, and the American Families Plan. The American Rescue Plan has been signed into law and the benefits of its centerpiece, the Child Tax Credit, began reaching the American people on July 15th.

Child Tax Credit (CTC) Experts say that expansion of the CTC will decrease the children living in poverty by half, with an even greater decrease among Black children. It is putting up to $3600 per child under 6 and $3000 per child ages 6 through 17 into parents’ pockets, starting with monthly payments over the next 6 months, to help families get back on their feet after COVID 19’s devastation.

Black Farmers The ARP contains $5 billion to right the wrongs visited upon Black farmers by the Department of Agriculture for nearly a century, wrongs that resulted in huge losses of land and wealth. Now, Stephen Miller, a former White House Senior Advisor to “45,” has formed the “American First Legal Foundation,” and they are suing to deny relief to Black farmers.

The Judiciary While the opportunity to appoint a Black woman to the Supreme Court

has yet to present itself, we can look at Biden’s appointments to lower courts to know that he is keeping his word to “have our backs.” Biden has gotten eight judges confirmed, the most at this point in a presidency since Nixon.

There is a sense of urgency considering that “45” stacked the court with 230 new judges, several of them declared unqualified by the American Bar Association. To date, Biden has nominated a total of 32 federal judges including several of whom are Black, Hispanic, and Native American; and the first Muslim American nominated to the Federal District Court.

HBCUs The ARP invests in historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and other minority serving institutions (MSIs). This legislation includes a record $3 billion in funding for these institutions, which can be used to support vulnerable students, monitor and suppress the coronavirus, and reengage students whose education was disrupted by the pandemic. There is also a temporary student loan debt relief provision included in the ARP, which dropped student loan interest to 0% and extends a pause on payments through September 30 of this year. The legislation also makes any debt forgiveness non-taxable.

Going Forward I just completed six town halls where I heard from some who feel that much more needs to be done; and I agree. I also heard that reparations need to be made a priority. I agree with that as well but will not wait for legislation to pass before making some much-needed repairs.

Ours is not an autocratic system. The legislative process is very deliberative with a significant number of checks and balances. President Lyndon B. Johnson’s programs seeking equity and fairness for Black Americans were not accomplished all at once. The 1964 Civil Rights Act did not apply to the public sector until it was amended in 1972.

The 1965 Voting Rights Act was gutted by the Supreme Court eight years ago. The Fair Housing Act became law in 1968, and we are still beseeched by “redlining” in home sales and lending.

Yes, much more needs to be done.

I can assure you that work on the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, the For the People Act, the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, and H.R.40 (Reparations Study) are just a few priorities of mine and the Congressional Black Caucus. And, for the remainder of this Congress, I will use this publication to keep you informed of our progress.

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Give Her Flowers While She’s Here: Marla Gibbs gets Walk of Fame at 90!

by Aria Ellise, BDO Special Contributor

Legendary actress and comedian Marla Gibbs whose notable roles over five decades include Florence Johnston on The Jeffersons, and Mary Jenkins on 227, is in good spirits after she appeared to almost pass out while accepting her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Tuesday, a representative says.

The ceremony was emotional as Gibbs has been in the entertainment business for so long and opened the doors for so many others to come through while not really recognized by the industry. But her name being cemented in the walk of fame was one step closer to her getting her flowers while she’s still here.

“Marla got overwhelmed with all the excitement and heat but doing very well,” the actress’ agent, Garry Purdy, said in an email. “She’s enjoying the after party now!”

But first, onlookers were concerned right after the Emmy-nominated performer was introduced to the stage by famed producer Norman Lear. The 90-year-old guest of honor was delivering her acceptance speech when she began slumping over.

Gibbs was at the podium giving a speech during the unveiling of her star on the Walk of Fame when she suddenly

paused and appeared to be about to faint.

A man wearing a mask who had been in her group of guests rushed forward to keep “The Jeffersons” star from falling.

Her daughter Angela Gibbs took to the microphone to say her mother needed a moment “to cool down.” The temperature soared past 90 Tuesday in Los Angeles Paramedics responded to the 6800 block of Hollywood Boulevard around noon for a medical emergency. But after treatment, Gibbs declined transport, said Los Angeles Fire Department spokesperson Margaret Stewart.

The ceremony picked back up about a half an hour later, when Gibbs was formally presented her star.

“Thank you to all of you who have been fans of ‘The Jeffersons’ and ‘227,’” she said in her acceptance speech. “We love you, and this is because you watched us that we were able to excel, and I’m able to be here today.”

Gibbs took photographs and did interviews with national and local media afterward, Ana Martinez, producer for the Walk of Fame, told EW. Before her speech was cut short, Gibbs thanked fellow actress Tisha Campbell and producer Norman Lear, who both gave speeches before she took the stage.

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NOTICIA VALENTINA MACRI VIVIENDAS DE ALQUILER PRE-SOLICITUDES DISPONIBLES HOME INC, en nombre de la Columbus House y de la New Haven Housing Authority, está aceptando pre-solicitudes para estudios y apartamentos de un dormitorio en este desarrollo ubicado en la calle 109 Frank Street, New Haven. Se aplican limitaciones de ingresos máximos. Las pre-solicitudes estarán disponibles 09 a.m.-5 p.m. comenzando Martes 25 julio, 2016 hasta cuando se han recibido suficientes pre-solicitudes (aproximadamente 100) en las oficinas de HOME INC. Las pre-solicitudes serán enviadas por correo a petición llamando a HOME INC al 203-562-4663 durante esas horas.Pre-solicitudes deberán remitirse a las oficinas de HOME INC en 171 Orange Street, tercer piso, New Haven , CT 06510 .

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NEW HAVEN 242-258 Fairmont Ave 2BR Townhouse, 1.5 BA, 3BR, 1 level , 1BA

Maintenance Mechanic

All new apartments, new appliances, new carpet, close to I-91 & I-95 Maintenance Repairhighways, Techniciannear I- Skilled mechanic neededcenter in the repair and mainbus stop & shopping tenance of all plant equipment to include pumping station equipment and motor vePetthe under 40lbofallowed.

Interested parties contact Maria @ 860-985-8258 hicles for Town Wallingford Sewer Division.

Requires graduation from H.S./

trade school with 1 year of post H.S. specialized maintenance training and 2 years experience in the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment. Must obtain a CT. Unified Deacon’s Association is pleased to offer a Deacon’s CDL ClassProgram.

B motor operator license within of employment. $27.13 Certificate Thisvehicle is a 10 month program designed to assist6inmonths the intellectual formation of Candidates responseper to the Church’s needs. The cost is benefit $125. Classes start Saturday, 2016 1:30toin$32.33 hour plusMinistry an excellent fringe package.

ApplyAugust to: 20, Department 3:30 Contact: Chairman, Deacon Joe J. Davis, M.S., B.S. of(203) Human Resources, Town of Elijah Wallingford, 45 South Wallingford, CT 996-4517 Host, General Bishop Davis, D.D. Pastor of Pitts Main Chapel Street, U.F.W.B. Church 64 Brewster 06492.

Forms will be mailed upon request from the Department of Human Resources St. New Haven, CT or maybe downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page. Phone #: (203) 294-2080 Fax #: (203) 294-2084. Closing date will be August 10, 2021 or the date the 25th application is received, whichever occurs first. EOE.

SEYMOUR HOUSING AUTHORITY

Sealed bids are invited by the Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour CITY until 3:00 pm onELM Tuesday, AugustCOMMUNITIES 2, 2016 at its office at 28 Smith Street, Seymour, CT 06483 for Concrete Sidewalk Repairs and Replacement at the Request for Proposals Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living Facility, 26 Smith Street Seymour.

Quality Control Services

A pre-bid conference will be held at the Housing Authority Office 28 Smith Elm CitySeymour, Communities is 10:00 currently proposals for control services. A Street CT at am,seeking on Wednesday, Julyquality 20, 2016. complete copy of the requirement may be obtained from Elm City Communities’ Vendor Collaboration Portal https://newhavenhousing.cobblestonesystems.com/gateway Bidding documents are available from the Seymour Housing Authority Ofbeginning on

fice, 28 Smith Street, Seymour, CT 06483 (203) 888-4579.

Monday, July 12, 2021 at 3:00PM.

The Housing Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to reduce the scope of the project to reflect available funding, and to waive any informalities in the bidding, if such actions are in the best interest of the

TOWN OF GREENWICH

DELIVERY PERSON

NEEDED

Firefighter - Entry Level An Equal Opportunity Employer

SALARY: $60,910.00 - $76,825.00 Annually A full-time position with competitivebenefits package.

CLOSING DATE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION: 08/17/21 04:00 PM

Part Time

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

Delivery Needed One/Two Day a Week,

http://www.greenwichct.org OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT: 101 Field Point Road Greenwich, CT 06830 203-861-3188

Must Have your Own Vehicle If Interested call

The Town of Greenwich is Dedicated to Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment

(203) 387-0354 Town of Bloomfield

Assistant Director of Information Systems & Technology

INVITATION TO BID WESTBROOK VILLAGE PHASE 4 Hartford, CT New Construction Passive House project: Five (5) buildings, 60 units, approx. 64,205sf

Full Time - Benefited $75,909 to $117,166

Project is Taxable Residential Wage Rate Project

Pre-employment drug testing. For details and how to apply go to www. bloomfieldct.org AA/EOE

QSR STEEL CORPORATION

Bid Due Date Extended to: 8-5-21 @ 5 pm Please price each building separately

to Bid: APPLY NOW!Invitation 2 Notice nd

Project documents available via ftp link(s) below: http://ftp.cbtghosting.com/loginok.html?username=westbrookvillagephase4

This contract is subject to state set-aside and contract compliance requirements as well as, City of Hartford set-aside and contract requirements.

Steel Fabricators, Erectors & Welders All questions and bids must be submitted in written form and directed to the appropriate estimator: Top pay for top performers. Health Old Saybrook, CT Eric Facchini - efacchini@haynesct.com for Site, Concrete, Masonry and MEPs trades.

Benefits, 401K, Vacation Pay.

SAYEBROOKE VILLAGE

John Simmons - jsimmons@haynesct.com for all trades in Divisions 6 through 14.

(4 Buildings, 17 Units) Tax Exempt & Not Prevailing Wage Rate Project

Email Resume: Rose@qsrsteel.com Hartford, CT AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Portland

HCC encourages the participation of all Veteran, S/W/MBE & Section 3 Certified Businesses

Haynes Construction Company, 32 Progress Ave, Seymour, CT 06483 New Construction, Wood Framed, Housing, Selective Demolition, Site-work,AA/EEO Cast- EMPLOYER in-place Concrete, Asphalt Shingles, Vinyl Siding, Flooring, Painting, Division 10 Specialties, Appliances, Residential Casework, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection.

Youth Services Administrator This contract is subject to state contractopening compliance Immediate for arequirements. full time truck mechanic. Commercial truck experience refull-time position.set-aside and

Listing: Truck Mechanic

on trucks and trailers. Send resume to: Attn: HR Dept, Go to www.portlandct. quired. Work to be performed P O Box 388, Guilford, CT 06437.

Bid Extended, Due Date: August 5, 2016 **An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer** org for details.

Anticipated Start: August 15, 2016

THE GLENDOWER GROUP http://ftp.cbtghosting.com/loginok.html?username=sayebrookevillage Town of Bloomfield Request for Proposals Fax or Email QuestionsII & Bids to: Dawn Lang @ 203-881-8372 dawnlang@haynesconstruction.com Maintainer - Driver Project documents available via ftp link below:

HCC encourages the participation of all Veteran, S/W/MBE & Section 3 CertifiedManager Businesses Construction at Risk for Westville Manor Haynes Construction Company, 32 Progress Ave, Seymour, CT 06483 AA/EEO EMPLOYER The Glendower Group is currently seeking proposals for Construction Manager at Risk for Westville Manor. A complete copy of the requirement may be obtained from Glendower’s Vendor Collaboration Portal https://newhavenhousing.cobblestonesystems. com/gateway Pre-employment drug testing. For details and how to apply go to www. bloomfieldct.org AA/EOE beginning on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at 3:00PM.

Full-time, benefited $27.94 hourly

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THE INNER-CITY August , 2021 - August 2021 INNER-CITYNEWS NEWS- July 27,04 2016 - August 02, 10, 2016

Garrity Asphalt Reclaiming, Inc seeks:

Listing: HVAC Technician

Construction Equipment Mechanic preferably experienced in Reclaiming and Road Milling Equipment. We offer factory Fast paced Petroleum Company is hiring for a full time, CT training on equipment we operate. Location: Bloomfield CT HVAC Technician. License required – S-10,S-2 or S-1. ApWe offer excellent hourly rate & excellent benefits plicant must have experience in oil, propane, natural gas and Contact: Tom Dunay VALENTINA MACRI RENTAL HOUSING PRE- APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE A/C. Competitive wage, 401(k), sign on bonus and benefits.

Send resume to: Attn: HR Manager, Confidential, PO Box 388, Phone: 860- 243-2300 HOME INC, on behalf of Columbus House and the New Haven Housing Guilford,Authority, CT 06437.

Email: tom.dunay@garrityasphalt.com is accepting pre-applications for studio and one-bedroom Women & Minority Applicants are encouraged to applyapartments at this develAffirmative opment locatedAction/ at 108 Frank New Haven.

Maximum income**An limitations ap- Action/Equal Opportunity Employer** Affirmative EqualStreet, Opportunity Employer ply. Pre-applications will be available from 9AM TO 5PM beginning Monday Ju;y 25, 2016 and ending when sufficient pre-applications (approximately 100) have been received at the offices of HOME INC. Applications will be mailied upon reGarrity Asphalt Incduring seeks: CT Fence quest by calling HOMEReclaiming, INC at 203-562-4663 those hours.Large Completed pre- Company looking for an individual for our Reclaimer Operators and Milling Operators with current licensing PVCStreet, Fence Third Production Shop. Experience preferred but will applications must be returned to HOME INC’s offices at 171 Orange and clean driving record, be willing to travel throughout the Northtrain the right person. Must be familiar with carpentry hand Floor, New Haven, CT 06510. east & NY. We offer excellent hourly rate & excellent benefits & power tools and be able to read a CAD drawing and tape measure. Use of CNC Router machine a plus but not required, will train the right person. This is an in-shop production poContact: Rick Tousignant Phone: 860- 243-2300 sition. Duties include building fence panels, posts, gates and Email: rick.touMust have a valid CT driver’s license & be able to obtain VALENTINAsignant@garrityasphalt.com MACRI VIVIENDAS DE ALQUILER PRE-SOLICITUDESmore.

DISPONIBLES a Drivers Medical Card. Must be able to pass a physical and Women & Minority Applicants are encouraged to apply drug test. Please email resume to pboucher@atlasoutdoor.com.

Affirmative Action/deEqual Opportunity HOME INC, en nombre la Columbus House y Employer de la New Haven Housing Authority, está AA/EOE-MF aceptando pre-solicitudes para estudios y apartamentos de un dormitorio en este desarrollo ubicado en la calle 109 Frank Street, New Haven. Se aplican limitaciones de ingresos máximos. Las pre-solicitudes estarán disponibles 09 a.m.-5 p.m. comenzando Martes 25 Tractor Trailer Driver for Heavy & Highway Construction Equipjulio,Must 2016have hastaacuando se han recibido suficientes pre-solicitudes ment.

CDL License, clean driving record, capable of (aproximadamente 100) en las oficinas HOME INC. Las pre-solicitudes serán enviadas porSeeking correo atopetición operating heavyde equipment; be willing to travel throughout the employ experienced individuals in the labor, foreman, llamando HOME INC alexcellent 203-562-4663 horas.Pre-solicitudes deberánand remitirse Northeast &aNY. We offer hourlydurante rate &esas excellent benefits operator teamster trades for a heavy outside work statewide. a las oficinas de HOME INC en 171 Orange Street, tercer piso, New Haven , CT personal 06510 . transportation and a valid drivers license reReliable

NOTICE

PVC FENCE PRODUCTION

NOTICIA

Union Company seeks:

Contact Dana at 860-243-2300

Email: dana.briere@garrityasphalt.com Women & Minority Applicants are encouraged to apply Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer

NEW HAVEN

Construction

quired. To apply please call (860) 621-1720 or send resume to: Personnel Department, P.O. Box 368, Cheshire, CT06410.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V

242-258 Fairmont Ave 2BR Townhouse, 1.5 BA, 3BR, 1 level , 1BA All new apartments, new appliances, new carpet, close to I-91 & I-95 highways, near bus stop & shopping center Pet under 40lb allowed. Interested parties contact Maria @ 860-985-8258

We all have

DREAMS.

MINORITY CONTRACTOR OPPORTUNITY –

Valley St. Townhouses, New Haven, CT, CT SOLICITATION OF SBE/MBE CONTRACTORS: Enterprise Builders, Inc., an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, seeks certified SBE/MBE Subcontractors and/or suppliers and local business enterprises to bid applicable sections of work/equipment/supplies for the following construction project: Valley St. Townhouses, in New Haven, CT. Bid Date and Time: Monday, August 23rd, 2021 by 3:00 PM. Electronic Plans and specifications can be obtained at no charge by contacting the Estimating Department at Enterprise Builders at (860) 466-5188 or by email to bbaril@enterbuilders.com. Project is Tax Exempt and Residential Prevailing Wage (Davis Bacon) applies. This project is subject to state set-aside and contract compliance requirements. EBI encourages the participation of certified SBE/MBE, veteran-Owned, and Section 3 contractors. EBI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

DISPATCHER The Town of Wallingford is seeking responsible candidates to perform 911, police, fire and EMS emergency dispatching duties. Must be able to work under stressful conditions and be able to type information with a high rate of speed and accuracy. Must be able to work all three shifts including weekends and holidays and be able to work additional shifts beyond the regular shift schedule. Requires a H.S. or business school diploma with courses in typing and 2 years of responsible office work experience.

Wages: $ 22.72 ~ $28.28 hourly plus shift differential and excellent fringe benefits. Closing date is August 4, 2021, or the date of receipt of the 50th application, whichever occurs first.

Apply: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main St., Wallingford, CT 06492. Forms will be mailed upon request from the Department of Human Resources or may be downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page. Phone: 203-294-2080, Fax: 203-294-2084. EOE.

The Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport

Request for Proposals (RFP) Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) Invitation toUniform Bid: nd Design Services State of Connecticut 2 Notice Office of Policy Solicitation Number: 185-MD-21-S SAYEBROOKE VILLAGE

Drug Free Workforce

and Management

Old Saybrook, CT Authority of the City of Bridgeport d/b/a Park City Communities (PCC) The Housing (4 Buildings, 17 Units) is requesting proposals from qualified consultants for an Indefinite Quantities ConThe State of Connecticut, Office of tract Wage for Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) Design Services. SolicitaPolicy and Management is recruiting Tax Exempt & Not Prevailing Rate Project

tion package will be available on July 19, 2021 to obtain a copy of the solicitation you must send your request to bids@parkcitycommunities.org, please reference solicitation New Construction, Wood Framed, Housing, Selective Demolition, Site-work, number and title on the subject line.CastA pre-bid conference will be held at 505 Trumbull Further information regarding the duties, eligibility requirements and application Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06606 on August 3, 2021 @ 10:00 a.m. Although attendance is in-place Concrete, Asphalt Shingles, Vinyl Siding, instructions for this position is available not mandatory, submitting a proposal for the project without attending conference is Flooring, Painting, at: Division 10 Specialties, Appliances, Residential Casework, not in the best interest of the Offeror. Additional questions should be emailed only to Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection. https://www.jobapscloud.com/ bids@parkcitycommunities.org no later than August 10, 2021 @ 3:00 p.m. Answers ThisCT/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1= contract is subject to state set-asidetoand compliance allcontract the questions will berequirements. posted on PCC’s Website: www.parkcitycommunities.org.

210506&R2=1581MP&R3=001 Proposals shall be mailed, or hand delivered by August 20, 2021 @ 3:00 PM, to Ms. The State of Connecticut is an equal Caroline Sanchez, Bid Extended, August 5, 2016Director of Procurement, 150 Highland Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604. opportunity/affirmative action employer Due Date: Late proposals will not be accepted. for a Policy Development Coordinator position.

CT. Unified Deacon’s Association is pleased to offer a Deacon’s Certificate Program. This is a 10 month program designed to assist in the intellectual formation of Candidates in response to the Church’s Ministry needs. The cost is $125. Classes start Saturday, August 20, 2016 1:303:30 Contact: Chairman, Deacon Joe J. Davis, M.S., B.S. (203) 996-4517 Host, General Bishop Elijah Davis, D.D. Pastor of Pitts Chapel U.F.W.B. Church 64 Brewster

Let Job Corps help you achieve yours.

SEYMOUR HOUSING AUTHORITY

St. New Haven, CT

Sealed bids are invited by the Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour Now enrolling! until 3:00 pm on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 Tuition-free at its officecareer at 28training Smith Street, High school diploma programs Seymour, CT 06483 for Concrete Sidewalk Repairs and Replacement at the College credit opportunities Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living Facility,Housing, 26 Smith Street Seymour. meals and medical care provided

A pre-bid conference will be held at the Housing Authority Office 28 Smith For more information, visit jobcorps.gov or call (800) 733-JOBS [5627] Street Seymour, CT at 10:00 am, on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

New Haven County - Jesselica Rodriguez – Rodriguez.Jesselica@JobCorps.org !"#$%&'(")*+,$*-+#".&/$*0(1,)2*3*4&//2*0(,,&"*5*Conner.Kelly@JobCorps.org Waterbury and Surrounding Areas – Abdul Shabazz – Shabazz.Abdul@JobCorps.org

Bidding documents are available from the Seymour Housing Authority OfCAREERS BEGIN HERE fice, 28 Smith Street, Seymour, CT 06483 (203) 888-4579.

Job Corps is a U.S. Department of Labor Equal Opportunity Employer Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD/TTY telephone number is (877) 889-5627.

The Housing Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to reduce the scope of the project to reflect available funding, and to waive any

and strongly encourages theAnticipated applications Start: August 15, 2016 of women, minorities, and persons Project documents available via ftp link below: with disabilities.

THE GLENDOWER GROUP http://ftp.cbtghosting.com/loginok.html?username=sayebrookevillage QSR STEEL CORPORATION Invitation for Bids

APPLY NOW!

Fax or Email Questions & Bids to: Dawn Lang @ 203-881-8372 dawnlang@haynesconstruction.com Contractor HCC encourages the participation of all Veteran,General S/W/MBE & Section 3 Certified Businessesfor Valley Street Townhomes Haynes Construction Company, 32 Progress Ave, Seymour, CT 06483 The Glendower Group is currently seeking Bids for a general contractor for Valley Steel Fabricators, Erectors & Welders AA/EEO EMPLOYER Street Townhomes. A complete copy of the requirement may be obtained from GlenTop pay for top performers. Health dower’s Vendor Collaboration Portal https://newhavenhousing.cobblestonesystems.

Benefits, 401K, Vacation Pay. com/gateway beginning on Email Resume: Rose@qsrsteel.com Hartford, CT AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 3:00PM.

NEWS- July 27,04 2016 - August 02, 2016 THE INNER-CITY INNER-CITY NEWS August , 2021 - August 11, 2021

ELM CITY COMMUNITIES NOTICE

Invitation for Bids

Essex Exterior Envelope and Dwelling Unit Improvements

VALENTINA MACRI RENTAL HOUSING PRE- APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE

The Housing Authority of the City of New Haven d/b/a Elm City Communities is currently seeking Bids for exterior envelope dwelling unit improvements.

HOME INC, on behalf of Essex Columbus House and theand New Haven Housing Authority, A is complete copy of the requirement mayand beone-bedroom obtained fromapartments Elm City at Communities’ accepting pre-applications for studio this develVendor Collaboration Portal opment located at 108 Frankhttps://newhavenhousing.cobblestonesystems.com/gateStreet, New Haven. Maximum income limitations apway on ply.beginning Pre-applications will be available from 9AM TO 5PM beginning Monday Ju;y

25, 2016 and ending when sufficient pre-applications (approximately 100) have been received at the offices of August HOME INC. will be mailied upon reWednesday, 4,Applications 2021 at 3:00PM. quest by calling HOME INC at 203-562-4663 during those hours. Completed preapplications must be returned HOME INC’s at 171 Orange Street, Asbestos Workers wanted fortoupcoming yearoffices long project in Springfi eld,Third MA. Floor, New Haven, CT 06510.

Must be licensed in Massachusetts. Please call Greg at 860-214-3122 or send an email with information and certifications to lorena@hazpros.com

NOTICIA

The Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport VALENTINA MACRI VIVIENDAS DE ALQUILER PRE-SOLICITUDES DISPONIBLES

Request for Proposal (RFP) HOME INC, en nombre de la Columbus House y de la New Haven Housing Authority, está Labor and Employment Legal Services aceptando pre-solicitudes para estudios y apartamentos de un dormitorio en este desarrollo Number: ubicado en Solicitation la calle 109 Frank Street, New Haven. 187-LG-21-S Se aplican limitaciones de ingresos máximos. Las pre-solicitudes estarán disponibles 09 a.m.-5 p.m. comenzando Martes 25

The Housing Authority of Bridgeport d/b/a Park City Communities (PCC) julio, 2016 hasta cuandoof se the han City recibido suficientes pre-solicitudes (aproximadamente 100) is en seeking seeks de proposals attorneys/law firmsserán for the provision of a full cadre of las oficinas HOME from INC. Las pre-solicitudes enviadas por correo a petición legal services.

Respondent(s) must have graduated from an accredited law school and llamando a HOME INC al 203-562-4663 durante esas horas.Pre-solicitudes deberán remitirse beaalas member Connecticut Bar.Orange Solicitation will be Haven available July .26, oficinasofdethe HOME INC en 171 Street, package tercer piso, New , CTon06510 2021, to obtain a copy of the solicitation you must send your request to bids@parkcitycommunities.org, please reference solicitation number and title on the subject line.

A pre-proposal conference will via conference call on August 10, 2021 @ 11:00 a.m.

Although attendance is not mandatory, submitting a proposal for the project without attending conference is not in the best interest of the Offeror. Additional questions should be emailed only to bids@parkcitycommunities.org no later than August 17, 2021 @ 3:00 p.m. Answers to all the questions will be posted on PCC’s Website: www. parkcitycommunities.org. Proposals shall be mailed, or hand delivered by August 26, Fairmont 2021 @ 3:00 p.m., to Ms. 242-258 Caroline Sanchez, DirectorAve of Procurement, 150 Highland Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604.

Late proposals will not be accepted.

2BR Townhouse, 1.5 BA, 3BR, 1 level , 1BA

NEW HAVEN

All new apartments, new appliances, new carpet, close to I-91 & I-95 highways, near bus stop & shopping center Pet under 40lb allowed. Interested parties contact Maria @ 860-985-8258 CT. Unified Deacon’s Association is pleased to offer a Deacon’s Certificate Program. This is a 10 month program designed to assist in the intellectual formation of Candidates in response to the Church’s Ministry needs. The cost is $125. Classes start Saturday, August 20, 2016 1:303:30 Contact: Chairman, Deacon Joe J. Davis, M.S., B.S. (203) 996-4517 Host, General Bishop Elijah Davis, D.D. Pastor of Pitts Chapel U.F.W.B. Church 64 Brewster St. New Haven, CT

SEYMOUR HOUSING AUTHORITY Sealed bids are invited by the Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour until 3:00 pm on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at its office at 28 Smith Street, Seymour, CT 06483 for Concrete Sidewalk Repairs and Replacement at the Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living Facility, 26 Smith Street Seymour.

A pre-bid conference will be held at the Housing Authority Office 28 Smith Street Seymour, CT at 10:00 am, on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Bidding documents are available from the Seymour Housing Authority Office, 28 Smith Street, Seymour, CT 06483 (203) 888-4579.

The Housing Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to reduce the scope of the project to reflect available funding, and to waive any

Economic Development Marketing Specialist Town of Wallingford

DELIVERY PERSON

NEEDED

Must Have your Own Vehicle If Interested call

Part Time Delivery Needed One/Two Day a Week,

(203) 387-0354 QSR STEEL CORPORATION

APPLY NOW!

Steel Fabricators, Erectors & Welders Top pay for top performers. Health Benefits, 401K, Vacation Pay. Email Resume: Rose@qsrsteel.com Hartford, CT AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Town of Bloomfield Account Clerk

Hourly Rate - $29.77 Deadline to apply 7/22/21 Pre-employment drug testing.

AA/EOE.

For Details go to www.bloomfieldct.org

Part-Time (19.5 hours per week). Dynamic municipal economic development office seeks an individual with exceptional digital marketing skills to perform a variety of confidential, responsible administrative duties in creating and implementing marketing programs to support economic development activities within the Town of Wallingford.

The successful applicant must maintain active engagement with local businesses, State of Connecticut economic development agencies, commercial real estate brokers, and other Town of Wallingford departments in order to best position the community as a destination for business expansion and relocation. The position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in marketing, business administration or related field, plus one (1) year of experience in marketing, digital marketing, economic development, business development, or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience substituting on a year-for-year basis. Wage Rate: $22.00 hourly. Cover letter and resume can be sent to: Economic Development Office, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. (203) 294-2062. Email: edc@wallingfordct.gov. EOE

Experienced Commercial Property/Facilities Manager Fusco Management Company is seeking a qualified Property/Facilities Manager with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience managing commercial properties. Excellent organizational and communication skills are required. Responsibilities include: Budgeting and forecasting of expenses - timely approval of invoices, preparation of client bill packages Oversight of maintenance staff and subcontractors - prioritizing and scheduling project work, reviewing work order requests, oversight and coordination of subcontractors to minimize disruption to the property Oversight of janitorial, landscaping, and other vendors inspections - continual follow up with subcontractors to ensure optimum performance

to Bid: in developing specifications for bidding work and purchasing within guidelines.

Assists MECHANIC Invitation 2 Notice Maintaining positive tenant and client relations - responding to tenant requests, follow TRACTOR TRAILER SAYEBROOKE VILLAGE up to ensure completion nd

Full Time, Benefits, Old Saybrook, CT Top Pay (4 Buildings, 17 Units)

Excel, Word and Outlook computer skills would be helpful

Tax Exempt & Not Prevailing Wage Rate Project Apply:Pace, 1425 Honeyspot Company will make best efforts to have the managed properties within counties in Rd. Ext., Stratford, CT EOE reasonable proximity to candidates home. Medical and dental benefits, 401k. Equal Opportunity/Affi rmative New Construction, Wood Framed, Housing,Employment Selective Demolition, Site-work, Cast- Action Employer. Please submit resumes to openjobs.group@fusco.com.

Phone calls will not be accepted. in-place Concrete, Asphalt Shingles, Vinyl Siding,

DRIVER CDL Division CLASS A Flooring, Painting, 10 Specialties, Appliances, Residential Casework,

Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection.

Heavy Cleaner Duties and Responsibilities Full Time – All to Shifts This contract is subject state set-aside and contract compliance requirements.

Top Pay-Full Benefits Fusco Management Company is looking for qualified Heavy Cleaner. year5,custodial EOE Please apply person: Bidin Extended, Due Date:One August 2016 experience required and good communication skills.

1425 HoneyspotAnticipated Rd. Ext.Start: August 15, 2016 Cleans offices, cell block, hallways, stairways, windows and doors. Will pick up trash Stratford, Project CT 06615 documents available via exterior ftp link below: around of buildings and maintain cleanliness of restrooms and elevators. Will change light bulbs and other small maintenance tasks as directed by Building Superhttp://ftp.cbtghosting.com/loginok.html?username=sayebrookevillage

Town ofQuestions Bloomfi eld carpets, and furniture using commercial type vacuum cleaners and shampooing equipFax or Email & Bids to: Dawn Lang @ 203-881-8372 dawnlang@haynesconstruction.com intendent. May open or close building as needed. Vacuums, spot cleans and shampoos

Makes small repairsBusinesses to bathroom fixtures, may snake drains to remove blockages.

HCC encourages the participation of all Veteran,ment.

S/W/MBE & Section 3 Certified

May order stock. Move furniture, equipment, or fixtures as required. Operates pressure Part Time Police Dispatcher Haynes Construction Company, 32 Progress Ave, Seymour, CT 06483 washing equipment as needed. May shovel and remove snow and ice from sidewalks, AA/EEO EMPLOYER Pro-rated Benefits entryways, and roofs.

$27.80 hourly

Pre-employment physical/drug test required. AA/EOE For more information, please visit www.bloomfieldct.org

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Medical and dental benefits, 401k. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Please submit resumes to openjobs.group@fusco.com. Phone calls will not be accepted.

THE INNER-CITY INNER-CITY NEWS August , 2021 - August 10, 2021 NEWS- July 27, 04 2016 - August 02, 2016

The Town NOTICE of East Haven

is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

VALENTINA MACRI RENTAL HOUSING PRE- APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE

Public Safety Dispatcher: $54,953.60/year HOME INC, onPolice behalf of Columbus and the New Haven Housing Authority, OfficerHouse C: $59,025/year

is accepting pre-applications for studio and one-bedroom apartments at this develApply online at www.policeapp.com/ opment located at 108 Frank Street, New Haven. Maximum income limitations apEastHavenCT<http://www.policeapp.com/EastHavenCT>. ply. Pre-applications will be available from 9AM TO 5PM beginning Monday Ju;y 25,Assessor: 2016 and$98,377/ ending year whenFor sufficient pre-applications (approximately 100) have Tax application information please visit https://www. townofeasthavenct.org/civil-service-commission/pages/job-notices-and-tests been received at the offices of HOME INC. Applications will be mailied upon reThe Town East HOME Haven INC is committed to building a workforce of Completed diverse individquest by of calling at 203-562-4663 during those hours. preuals.

Minorities, Handicapped and Veterans to apply. applications mustFemales, be returned to HOME INC’s offices atare 171encouraged Orange Street, Third Floor, New Haven, CT 06510.

ELM CITYNOTICIA COMMUNITIES

Invitation for Bids VALENTINA MACRI VIVIENDAS DE ALQUILER PRE-SOLICITUDES DISPONIBLES VDI Equipment

HOME INC, en nombre de la Columbus House y de la New Haven Housing Authority, está aceptando estudios y apartamentos de un dormitorio en este desarrollo The Housingpre-solicitudes Authority of para the City of New Haven d/b/a Elm City Communities is curubicado en laBids callefor 109VDI Frank Street, New Haven. Secopy aplican limitaciones de ingresos rently seeking equipment.

A complete of the requirement may be máximos.

LasElm pre-solicitudes estarán disponibles 09 a.m.-5 p.m.Portal comenzando Martes 25 obtained from City Communities’ Vendor Collaboration https://newhavenhousing.cobblestonesystems.com/gateway beginning on julio, 2016 hasta cuando se han recibido suficientes pre-solicitudes (aproximadamente 100) en las oficinas de HOME INC. Las pre-solicitudes serán enviadas por correo a petición llamando a HOME INC al 203-562-4663 durante horas.Pre-solicitudes Wednesday, June 23,esas 2021 at 3:00PM.deberán remitirse a las oficinas de HOME INC en 171 Orange Street, tercer piso, New Haven , CT 06510 .

ELM CITY COMMUNITIES Request for Proposals

Leadership and Team Building Consulting Services

NEW HAVEN

Elm City Communities is currently seeking proposals for leadership and team building 242-258 Fairmont Ave consulting services. A complete copy of the requirement may be obtained from Elm City Communities’ Vendor Collaboration 2BR Townhouse, 1.5Portal BA,https://newhavenhousing.cobblestone3BR, 1 level , 1BA systems.com/gateway beginning All new apartments, newon appliances, new carpet, close to I-91 & I-95

highways, near bus stop & shopping center Monday, July 26,parties 2021 at 3:00PM. Pet under 40lb allowed. Interested contact Maria @ 860-985-8258

The Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport

CT. Unified Deacon’s Association is pleased to offer a Deacon’s Certificate Program. This is a 10 month program designed to assist in the intellectual formation of Candidates in response to the Church’s Ministry needs. The cost is $125. Classes start Saturday, August 20, 2016 1:303:30 Contact: Chairman, Deacon Joe J. Davis, M.S., B.S. (203) 996-4517 Host, General Bishop Elijah Davis, D.D. Pastor of Pitts Chapel U.F.W.B. Church 64 Brewster

Request for Proposal (RFP) General Counsel Legal Services St. New Haven, CT Solicitation Number: 186-LG-21-S

The Housing Authority of the City of Bridgeport (HACB) d/b/a Park City Communities (PCC) seeks proposals from attorneys/law firms for the provision of a full cadre of legal services. Respondent(s) must have graduated from an accredited law school and be a Sealedofbids are invited Bar. by the HousingsetAuthority of the Town ofavailable Seymouron member the Connecticut A complete of RFP documents will be July 26,3:00 2021.pm To obtain a copy of the solicitation must send at your bids@ until on Tuesday, August 2, 2016you at its office 28request Smith toStreet, parkcitycommunities.org, reference solicitation number title on the at subject Seymour, CT 06483 forplease Concrete Sidewalk Repairs andand Replacement the line. A Pre-Proposal Conference will be held at PCC’s Administrative Offices at 150 Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living Facility, 26 Smith Street Seymour.

Highland Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604 on August 10, 2021 @ 10:00 a.m. All interested parties are strongly encouraged to attend the conference. Although not mandatory, all applicants areconference encouragedwill to attend to better the PCC’s requirements under A pre-bid be held at theunderstand Housing Authority Office 28 Smith this RFP.Seymour, AdditionalCT questions should only to bids@parkcitycommunities.

Street at 10:00 am, be on emailed Wednesday, July 20, 2016. org no later than August 17, 2021 @ 3:00 p.m. Answers to all the questions will be posted on PCC’s Website: www.parkcitycommunities.org. Proposals shall be mailed, documents are available Seymour HousingSanchez, Authority OforBidding hand delivered

by August 26, 2021, from at 3:00the p.m. to Ms. Caroline Director office, Procurement, 150 Highland Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604.

Late proposals will not be 28 Smith Street, Seymour, CT 06483 (203) 888-4579. accepted.

SEYMOUR HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Housing Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to reduce the scope of the project to reflect available funding, and to waive any

Payroll

QSR STEEL CORPORATION

APPLY NOW!

Steel Fabricators, Erectors & Welders Top pay for top performers. Health Benefits, 401K, Vacation Pay. Email Resume: Rose@qsrsteel.com Hartford, CT AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DELIVERY PERSON

NEEDED

Payroll Clerk- Performs responsible office work in the processing of all general government payrolls and maintain all payroll records. The position requires a H.S. diploma or G.E.D, plus 5 years of experience in responsible office work involving typing, accounting, bookkeeping, data entry and payroll processing. $27.22 to $32.68 hourly plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply: Department of Human Resources, Town of Wallingford, 45 South Main Street, Wallingford, CT 06492. Forms will be mailed upon request from the Department of Human Resources or maybe downloaded from the Department of Human Resources Web Page. The closing date will be the date that the 50th application form/resume is received, or August 11, 2021, whichever occurs first. EOE

Construction

Part Time Delivery Needed One/Two Day a Week, Must Have your Own Vehicle If Interested call

(203) 387-0354

Town of Bloomfield Custodian

$23.40/hourly (benefited)

Seeking to employ experienced individuals in the labor, foreman, operator and teamster trades for a heavy outside work statewide. Reliable personal transportation and a valid drivers license required. To apply please call (860) 621-1720 or send resume to: Personnel Department, P.O. Box 368, Cheshire, CT06410.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V Drug Free Workforce

Large CT Fence Company

looking for a full-time individual for our Wood Fence Production Shop. Experience preferred but will train the right person. Must be familiar with carpentry hand & power tools and be able to read a CAD drawing and tape measure. This is an in-shop production position. Duties include mortising & drilling wood posts for fence panels, building fence panels, gates & more. Use of table saws, routers, miter saws, nail guns and other woodworking equipment is required. Some pickup and delivery of materials will be required. Must have a valid CT driver’s license and be able to obtain a Drivers Medical Card. Must be able to pass a physical and drug test. Please email resume to pboucher@atlasoutdoor.com. AA/EOE-MF

Pre-employment drug testing. AA/EOE. For Details go to www.bloomfieldct.gov

Invitation to Bid: CITY OF MILFORD 2 Notice nd

Seeking qualified condidates to fill SAYEBROOKE VILLAGE numerous vacancies to include, Old Saybrook, CT Deputy Assessor, Mechanic Buildings, 17 Units) Sewer Line, Public Health (4 Nurse Exempt & Not and more. For Tax information andPrevailing Wage Rate Project detailed application instructions, New Construction, Wood Framed, Housing, Selective Demolition, Site-work, Castvisit www.ci.milford.ct.us Click on SERVICES, JOBS and in-place Concrete, Asphalt Shingles, Vinyl Siding, JOB TITLE. Flooring, Painting, Division 10 Specialties, Appliances, Residential Casework,

Portland

Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection.

This contract is subject to state set-aside and contract compliance requirements.

Bid Extended, Due Date: August 5, 2016 Youth Services Administrator Anticipated Start: August 15, 2016 full-time Project position. documents available via ftp link below: Go http://ftp.cbtghosting.com/loginok.html?username=sayebrookevillage to www.portlandct.

org for details.

Fax or Email Questions & Bids to: Dawn Lang @ 203-881-8372 dawnlang@haynesconstruction.com HCC encourages the participation of all Veteran, S/W/MBE & Section 3 Certified Businesses Haynes Construction Company, 32 Progress Ave, Seymour, CT 06483 AA/EEO EMPLOYER

Town of Bloomfield

Assistant Director of IT

Salary $77,655 to $119,861 Deadline to apply 8/24/21 Pre-employment drug testing. AA/EOE. For Details go to www.bloomfieldct.org

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THE INNER-CITY NEWS - August 04, 2021 - August 11, 2021

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THE INNER-CITY NEWS - August 04, 2021 - August 10, 2021

New Haven Public Schools

Early Childhood Programs

We are Accepting Applications!

Parents of 3 and 4 year olds are encouraged to apply.

Application begins with a phone call

Contact the Program Coordinator at 475-220-1462/1463.

FREE and Sliding Scale 6-hour Programs for 3 and 4 Year Olds of low-income New Haven families Available in the following New Haven Public Schools:

• Benjamin Jepson Multi-Age School • Dr. Mayo Early Childhood School • Fair Haven School • John Martinez Sea & Sky STEM School • Lincoln-Bassett Community School • Truman School • Additional community locations also participate in the program.

NEW HAVEN

Contact: Esther Pearson-Pinckney, Head Start Social Service Coordinator at 475-220-1462/1463 or email: esther.pearson-pinckney@nhboe.net

HeadStartNewHaven.com / 475-220-1462 / -1463

JULY

Meet Us in the Community All Throughout July: MONDAYS

9am-1pm Martinez 9am-1pm Fair Haven School

TUESDAYS

WEDNESDAYS

9am-1pm King/Robinson 9am-1pm Dr. Mayo 11:30am-1pm Clinton Ave. 12-6pm Floyd Little Field 10am-1pm Dr. Mayo House 24

THURSDAYS

10am-1pm Truman 12-6pm Floyd Little Field House