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Maltez Addresses Overnight Parking Enforcement Issues

2 weeks ago | chelsearecord.com | Adam Swift

Parking issues are never far from the forefront of city council and resident concerns. Recently, District 6 Councilor Giovanni Recupero filed a motion requesting that the city manager look into ways to increase overnight parking enforcement. “One of the biggest problems we have is parking, and one of the ways we can eliminate people from parking all over the place is going out at night and enforcing the parking program,” said Recupero.
City Celebrates the Battle of Chelsea Creek this Saturday

2 weeks ago | chelsearecord.com | Adam Swift

Lexington and Concord get a lot of the glory when it comes to the story of American independence. But this Saturday, Chelsea gets its day in the historical sun with a festival at Port Park on Marginal Street, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the important, but often overlooked, Battle of Chelsea Creek from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.The Battle of Chelsea Creek took place from May 25 to May 27 in 1775, shortly after the shots heard ‘round the world in Lexington and Concord.
Early Trash Pick-up a Concern for Councilor

2 weeks ago | chelsearecord.com | Adam Swift

One city councilor wants to make sure that private trash haulers are aware that 2 a.m. is not the best time to be picking up trash.
City Manager Proposes Digital Parking Permit System

2 weeks ago | chelsearecord.com | Adam Swift

City Manager Fidel Maltez is proposing a digital residential parking permit system. Maltez recently presented the proposal to the city council. “This proposal means that residents will no longer have to show a printed sticker on their vehicle,” stated Maltez. “Instead, we will leverage the parking enforcement software we have today, which already tracks and maintains an electronic database of all approved vehicles.
Nomination Papers Available for City Election

3 weeks ago | chelsearecord.com | Adam Swift

Nomination papers are now available at the City Clerk’s office at City Hall for anyone considering a run for school committee or city council. This year’s municipal election is on Tuesday, Nov. 4. If a preliminary election is needed, it will be on Tuesday, Sept. 16. All candidates for at-large and district council and school committee positions must collect at least 50 certified signatures.
Council gets update on comprehensive plan

1 month ago | chelsearecord.com | Adam Swift

City officials, steering committee members, and a consultant are continuing to gather feedback for the city’s ongoing comprehensive planning process, Chelsea Pa’Lante. At Monday night’s city council meeting, City Manager Fidel Maltez provided an update on the planning process following the steering committee’s second meeting last month. “Over 150 comment cards were collected at the Chelsea Pa’Lante Fest on March 15,” Maltez stated.
Detective Medina retires after 32 years with CPD

1 month ago | chelsearecord.com | Seth Daniel

Last week, the Chelsea Police Department celebrated the incredible career and retirement of Detective Rosalba Medina, who finished her last shift after serving the City of Chelsea for over 32 years with the department. Detective Medina has been a trailblazer in domestic violence investigations, always defending victims with empathy, determination, and deep compassion.
DPW contract pending final city council approval

1 month ago | chelsearecord.com | Adam Swift

The city and the union representing its Department of Public Works employees have come to an agreement on a new three-year contract. The agreement was presented to the council Monday night, and will be taken up for further discussion at its next ways and means subcommittee meeting. District 8 Councilor Calvin Brown requested that the council consider approving the contract at Monday night’s meeting.
Chelsea Black Community Holds Chelsea Trailblazer Community Celebration – Chelsea Record

Mar 6, 2025 | chelsearecord.com
Chelsea Leaders Honored on Annual ALX100 List

Oct 3, 2024 | chelsearecord.com | Adam Swift

Chelsea was well represented on this year’s ALX100 list from Amplify LatinX. During this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month, six Chelsea residents, including City Manager Fidel Maltez, were named to the list of 100 Latino leaders from across Massachusetts.