Chelsea Pa’Lante, Chelsea Onward – the city’s comprehensive master plan – is moving into its second phase. City Manager Fidel Maltez updated the city council on the long-awaited master plan this week. Chelsea Pa’Lante represents the first comprehensive master planning…
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Report highlights new sports department’s achievements
The work of Athletic and Sports Tourism Director Charlie Giuffrida has exceeded expectations and delivered upon the city council’s vision of the position, according to City Manager Fidel Maltez. This week, Maltez shared the annual report developed by Giuffrida to…
No council vote on fish processing buffer zone amendment
A proposed zoning amendment to create a 300-foot buffer zone between seafood processing and packaging facilities and residential uses will not be moving forward this year. District 7 Councilor Manuel Teshe introduced the motion earlier this year following the debate…
Report highlights new sports department’s achievements
The work of Athletic and Sports Tourism Director Charlie Giuffrida has exceeded expectations and delivered upon the city council’s vision of the position, according to City Manager Fidel Maltez. This week, Maltez shared the annual report developed by Giuffrida to…
Maltez touts success of Chelsea electricity aggregation program
The city’s community electricity aggregation program, Chelsea Electricity Choice, continues to deliver exceptional value for the city’s residents and small businesses, according to Chelsea City Manager Fidel Maltez. “Since the launch of Chelsea Electricity Choice in June 2024, the program…
City proposes affordable housing pilot program
The city is exploring a new affordable housing pilot program on Heard Street. City Manager Fidel Maltez said the six-unit residential property at 55 Heard St. presents an opportunity for Chelsea to expand deeply affordable, family-sized housing in the community.…
St. Rose School a possible site for a community center
For years, the building of a community center for youth and adults in Chelsea has been a top priority for many members of the city council. One location that has been eyed as a potential location is the St. Rose…
Council takes up debate on resources for immigrant families
Debate over how the city should allocate resources to help those in Chelsea affected by recent immigration enforcement actions dominated much of Monday night’s council meeting. During the public speaking portion early in the meeting, much of the discussion centered…
City considers replacement fees for trash barrels
The public works department has been looking into the possibility of charging a fee for replacement trash barrels, according to City Manager Fidel Maltez. Last month, District 6 Councilor Giovanni Recupero requested Maltez look into the possibility of the city…
Licensing Commission rolls back hours for Broadway restaurant
A Broadway bar is facing a three-month rollback of its operating hours following a number of violations in the wake of a fight in May that started inside the establishment. Beginning Sept. 1, Las Vegas Restaurant at 388 Broadway will…