Carlos Del Cañal Fernández is a contributing writer for the Daily. He is a first-year studying International Relations and Peace and Justice Studies.
The Medford City Council’s Planning and Permitting Committee is reviewing a proposed update to the city’s Vacant Building Ordinance, aiming to reduce long-term commercial vacancies. Sponsors argue that such vacancies harm neighborhood vibrancy and stifle local business activity.
Tufts officials reaffirmed existing campus safety protocols after the December shooting at Brown University that resulted in the death of two students.Yolanda Smith, chief of police and executive director of public safety at Tufts, said the university would continue to review its safety protocols after students returned to campus this month.It was not immediately clear whether specific changes were made over winter break.
The School of the Museum of Fine Arts Student Government Association at Tufts held elections for three positions last week for the roles of SGA president, freshman representative and community development lead. The elections for all other positions took place last spring.
Polls have closed at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, with results expected to be released shortly for Medford City Council, School Committee and mayoral races, as well as for a new city charter.
Residents of Blakeley Hall, Tufts’ newly renovated sophomore dorm, have reported a series of maintenance problems that have raised concerns about the building’s safety and overall functionality.
