STATEMENT OF GOVERNOR DEVAL PATRICK ON MAYOR THOMAS M. MENINO
BOSTON – Thursday, October 30, 2014 – Governor Deval Patrick today released the following statement on the passing of Mayor Thomas M. Menino:
"Boston has lost a political giant, and Diane and I have lost a friend. Our hearts and prayers go out to Angela and the whole Menino family. And we thank God for the service and the life of Tom Menino."
Statement from Mayor Martin J. Walsh on the Loss of Former Mayor Thomas Menino
"Today the City of Boston mourns together.
"To any who had come to know him, it is no surprise that more than half of Boston had a direct interaction with Tom Menino. No man possessed a greater love for our City, and his dedicated life in service to Boston and her people and changed the face of the City.
"With sheer determination and unmatched work ethic, he took a city that is not as big in size as we are in stature and put us on the world stage as a national leader in health care, education, innovation and the nitty gritty of executing basic city services.
"He was a leader on policy issues that shaped the Boston we know today: from the environment, to youth engagement, to innovation, to crime prevention. But more than anything, he was a man of the neighborhoods. He held a profound understanding of the direct and immediate impact that municipal government can have on people, and made it a great priority to ensure that government served people, and not the other way around.
"Even in the latest stages of his illness, his concern – first and foremost – was always for Boston. We are forever grateful for Mayor Menino’s guidance, advice, and continued dedication to Boston. And though he has passed, his legacy and spirit will be felt across the City for generations to come.
"Because of his leadership, Boston is a better place today.
"From a grateful City: Our prayers are with Angela, Susan and Tommy, their families and friends, and all who loved Tom Menino.
Statement from House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo
“Mayor Menino had the courage to do whatever it took to fight for the people of Boston. We are all beneficiaries of his generous spirit, particularly the children of Boston, for whom he advocated tirelessly so they would have bright futures. My deepest prayers are with Angela and the Menino family. We are grateful for the decades that you and Mayor Menino shared with the citizens of Massachusetts.”
TREASURER STEVE GROSSMAN RELEASED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT
TODAY ON MAYOR THOMAS M. MENINO’S PASSING
"Tom Menino's passing leaves a gigantic hole in the heart of the city he loved. His life and courage
epitomized "Boston Strong" and will inspire our community for generations to come. Barbara and I extend
our condolences to Angela, the entire Menino family, and the people of Boston."
Thank you, Mayor Menino, for your fierce joy and love in serving our city.
I am grateful to be among the many, many people whose lives have been shaped and inspired by Mayor Tom Menino. He gave me my start in city government and set the most powerful example of dedication to residents in every corner of Boston. He taught me that government is about helping people, especially those without a voice. He showed me that hard work gets results, that no issue is too small to matter and none too big to tackle. He inspired us all with his enormous love for Boston, the joy lighting up his face each time he spoke with young people, who represent the next generation of this great city.
Sending thoughts and prayers to Mayor Menino’s family, friends and all those who loved him.
I am grateful to be among the many, many people whose lives have been shaped and inspired by Mayor Tom Menino. He gave me my start in city government and set the most powerful example of dedication to residents in every corner of Boston. He taught me that government is about helping people, especially those without a voice. He showed me that hard work gets results, that no issue is too small to matter and none too big to tackle. He inspired us all with his enormous love for Boston, the joy lighting up his face each time he spoke with young people, who represent the next generation of this great city.
Sending thoughts and prayers to Mayor Menino’s family, friends and all those who loved him.
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Michelle Wu
Boston City Councilor At-Large
METRO MAYORS MOURN
PASSING OF LONGEST-SERVING BOSTON MAYOR, THOMAS MENINO
For Immediate Release:
October 30, 2014
Boston — The thirteen mayors and managers of
the Metropolitan Mayors Coalition were incredibly saddened to learn of the
passing of Boston’s longest serving Mayor, Thomas Menino, earlier today.
Mayor Menino was a founding member of the
Metro Mayors Coalition and an active participant in all of the Coalition’s
events and activities. His regional leadership and enthusiasm were key to
making the Coalition an effective voice.
“Mayor Menino deserved more time to enjoy the
fruits of his relentless, hard work over 20 years making Boston a safe, vibrant
and livable city,” said Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone, Chairman of the
Metro Mayors Coalition. “I am heartbroken to hear of his too-soon death, which
he faced with the same grace and resolve that was a trademark of his
leadership, and that his close friends and family have lost him after sharing
him with all of us for so long. He was more than the Mayor of Boston—he was our
mayor, for many beyond the city limits. His legacy is a city, a region, and a
Commonwealth irrevocably better because of his public service.”
“Mayor Menino was the driving force that
helped establish the Metropolitan Mayors Coalition and then the glue that held
it together,” said Chelsea City Manager Jay Ash, Vice-Chair of the Metro Mayors
Coalition. “He was personally involved in ensuring that a regional tone in
his strong Boston voice was heard, and his work resulted in a better Boston and
a better Greater Boston. I’m saddened to lose a good friend and champion,
and will forever be appreciative for all he did to advance the cause of all
communities here in the commonwealth.”
On issues ranging from youth violence
prevention to municipal employee health insurance, Mayor Menino lent his voice
to the Coalition and ensured that Boston’s neighbors continued to move forward
with our capital city.
The Metro Mayors Coalition’s thoughts are with
Angela and the entire extended Menino family during this difficult time. Mayor
Menino was a truly larger-than-life figure in Boston and across our region. We
will all miss him dearly, and we will work to keep his memory alive by living
up to the example he provided for all of us.
MARTIN J. WALSH
Mayor of Boston
JOSEPH C. SULLIVAN
Mayor of Braintree
MEL KLECKNER
Town Administrator of Brookline
RICHARD C. ROSSI
City Manager of Cambridge
JAY ASH
City Manager of Chelsea
CARLO DeMARIA, JR.
Mayor of Everett
GARY CHRISTENSON
Mayor of Malden
MICHAEL McGLYNN
Mayor of Medford
ROBERT J. DOLAN
Mayor of Melrose
THOMAS P. KOCH
Mayor of Quincy
DAN RIZZO
Mayor of Revere
JOSEPH A. CURTATONE
Mayor of Somerville
JAMES M. McKENNA
Town Manager of Winthrop
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B.A.A. StatementThomas M. Menino, Mayor of the City of Boston (1993-2014)
The B.A.A. expresses our profound sadness at Mayor Menino's passing, together with our deep gratitude for the magnificent support to the Marathon, the B.A.A. and the hundreds of thousands of athletes who have run in Boston under his watchful eye. He was always one of the first spectators to arrive at the Marathon and the last to leave, including in 2014. He touched the event and the athletes in every way, every year. The race is diminished without him.
Mayor Menino’s support for the Boston Marathon and the B.A.A. never wavered. His leadership after the bombings which occurred on Marathon Day in 2013 resulted in the City becoming synonymous with resiliency and strength. “Boston Strong” was his hallmark, and his compassion for the family of the victims and the survivors directly led to the quick formation of The One Fund Boston. Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time.
- B.A.A. President Joann E. Flaminio and B.A.A. Executive Director Thomas S. Grilk
- City Hall will be open until 11:00 p.m. tonight.
- Flowers and mementos may be left in City Hall, inside the main City Hall entrance (City Hall Plaza side).
- By tomorrow, condolence books will be located in all neighborhood libraries (www.bpl.org/branches) and community centers (www.cityofboston.gov/BCYF/centers/).
- Letters and cards may be sent to: Mayor Menino’s Office, Boston University, 75 Bay State Road, Boston, MA 02215.
- Visit tommenino.org for complete information.
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