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Community Insight with Guest Tommy Vitolo

Andre “Hollywood” Evans interviews State Representative Tommy Vitolo about his current policy goals for Brookline and Massachusetts. Chief among them are a bill to fund more charter schools, and one to ensure greater firearm safety. They discuss how the State Senate and House of Reps jointly review bills and work with Governor Maura Healey, and Tommy discusses his closeness to the 2012 Sandy Hook tragedy.

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TV on TV – Tommy Vitolo Interviews Sana Hafeez

Tommy Vitolo kicks off Select Board Candidate interviews with guest Sana Hafeez. Sana, currently serving as the National Program Director of the Black N Brown Club, articulates her vision for Brookline and why she believes she is the right choice for the Select Board. She emphasizes her plans to prioritize affordable housing and childcare within the community. Additionally, Sana and Tommy delve into the importance of fostering a supportive environment where everyday residents contribute to tangible improvements in Brookline’s future.

Learn more about Sana’s candidacy at https://thepeople4brookline.com/

Test Stream – DoD

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TV on TV – Tommy Vitolo Interviews Lynne Sweet

In today’s show, Tommy Vitolo rounds out his interviews with the candidates for Brookline Housing Authority. Lynne Sweet discusses her long career in Newton’s affordable housing development, and the ways she would source funding if elected in Brookline. She and Tommy discuss possibilities for funds from the Community Preservation Act, including modernizing the accessibility of buildings on High Street and Walnut Street.

To learn more about Lynne, visit https://electlynnesweet.org/

TV on TV – Tommy Vitolo Interviews Kimberley Richardson

Tommy Vitolo continues the Candidates Series in this interview with Kimberley Richardson, Candidate for Housing Authority. Kimberley, who has experience with various organizations like Women Thriving, Brookline for Racial Justice and Equity, and Town Meeting, explains why she should be elected to Brookline’s Housing Authority. She explains the resident-first approach she would take to funding, increasing units, and improving accessibility to various services, all to help residents feel good and safe. Kimberley and Tommy also discuss differences between federal and state funded housing.

Learn more about Kimberley’s candidacy at kimberley4brookline.com.

Read to a Dog: Pups @ Putterham

On March 13th, 2024, Therapy dog, Buddy, accompanied by his handler, Deb Harrow, came to the Public Library of Brookline’s Putterham Branch to be read to by kids!