Mayor Marty Walsh

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

As we continue with #Phase2 Step 2 of the state’s reopening plan, I want to remind all business owners that you are not required to open. If you need assistance instituting new safety measures, you can apply for funding through the Reopen Boston Fund: https://t.co/QiwCJoaS87 — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

This pandemic has exacerbated existing disparities within our communities. That’s why every decision we make is driven by data & our efforts to achieve, guided by our #COVID19 Health Inequities Task Force. We will continue to work so everyone has access to the support they need. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

RT @CityOfBoston: June is #ImmigrantHeritageMonth and @BOSImmigrants is honoring Boston’s immigrants with a virtual celebration. Several lo… — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

.@buoyhealth is offering a free, online service to help evaluate your symptoms and connect you to telehealth resources. For more information, visit https://t.co/gRtTpputfl — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

There are still a few days left to apply for the @CityOfBoston’s Blue Shirts summer youth jobs program. If you know… https://t.co/LCXYRTI73X — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

We’re expanding our youth and young adult job opportunities program to make as many high-impact and meaningful opportunities available for our youth this summer. To learn more, visit: https://t.co/iEMTq9Eo70 — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

Today at 12:00 p.m. I will join @jimbraude and @MargeryEagan on @BosPublicRadio. Tune in on 89.7FM. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

Yesterday, I gave updates on key #COVID19 metrics and shared our next steps on how we’re addressing systemic racism in Boston, including our new Equity and Inclusion Cabinet and Boston Racial Equity Fund. This is only the beginning. Read my remarks here: https://t.co/930eptiHIV — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

City Hall is open today for appointments only until 5:00 p.m. Remember, your temperature will be taken and you will be screened for #COVID19 symptoms at the door. We are dedicated to keeping anyone who visits safe. To find out more, visit here: https://t.co/kZk6BAXw1O — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

RT @ArtsinBoston: We're engaging in a public dialogue on The Emancipation Group. Join us today at 6pm or June 30 at 5pm for Boston Art Comm… — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

Throughout the summer, families can continue to pick up free breakfast and lunch at @BostonSchools meal sites around the @CityofBoston. To find out locations, visit here: https://t.co/vi7INNpzKx. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

This meaningful step affirms our values. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

We must acknowledge the role we all have to play in breaking the chains of systemic racism once and for all. I am proud that the MA House voted to formally recognize #Juneteenth as an official State holiday and look forward to seeing the Senate do the same. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

.@BPLBoston has added five new branches to their BPL To Go program. Patrons will now be able to place on hold and pick up books, DVDs and CDs at the Brighton, Charlestown, Lower Mills, South Boston, and West Roxbury branches starting July 6. For more: https://t.co/4bO9LcAJVM — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

Remember: #COVID19 is still here. https://t.co/vZcko7lznk — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

Staying cautious must continue to be everyone’s priority so we can prevent a second spike of cases. It’s incumbent on all of us to wear a face covering when we leave home, stay 6 feet away from others and wash our hands often. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

This is a budget that confronts the challenges and embraces the opportunities of our time. This is only the beginning. It’s a strong start, and we will not let up. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

✅A $13 million increase in public health, and $3 million from the police budget to directly address racism. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

✅A $16 million increase for affordable housing, including one of the first city-funded rental voucher programs in the country. https://t.co/TNDCeH9jIh — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

✅An $80 million, or 7% increase, for @BostonSchools. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

We refiled the budget after taking into account the economic impacts of #COVID19 and the battle that lies ahead of us with this pandemic. https://t.co/VM3ycrpsFu — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

These structural reforms strengthen our ability to drive systemic change through the @CityofBoston budget that the Council approved yesterday. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

Thanks in part to this collaboration, we believe that Boston will be the first city in the country with fair housing requirements written into our zoning code. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

I want to give a big thank you to Councilor @LydiaMEdwards for her leadership on this issue. I also want to thank Councilor @KenzieBok. They have worked closely with us on drafting the language and we look forward to additional conversations with the Council and the community. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

The purpose will be to identify and address the risk of displacement, as well as foster access for historically excluded communities. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

This year, we will be filing a new zoning amendment aimed at ensuring access to fair housing in every neighborhood. This amendment will require developers in our City to do more to fight displacement and promote inclusion. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

Together, we are going to capitalize on this opportunity, to not only meet pressing needs, but empower communities and individuals to define and lead systemic change themselves. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

There are statewide efforts being led by Black and Brown business leaders that we want to support. We are working with those leaders to coordinate the work. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

Our initial goal is to raise $10 million, and our long-term goal is to get the fund up to $50 million. — PolitiTweet.org

Mayor Marty Walsh @marty_walsh

This fund will invest in nonprofits that empower Black and Brown residents in economic development, public health, youth employment, education, the arts, and other areas. Its mission is to increase the safety, wellbeing, equity, and prosperity of the Black and Brown community. — PolitiTweet.org