The brand new Community Center of the Arlington Neighborhood opened its doors yesterday for the first time, with about 200 supporters from around the community on hand to celebrate. We also had the privilege of having House Ways and Means Chair Bob Deleo up for this big event. This building was a partnership between the Commonwealth and the City of Methuen, and we are indebted to Chairman Deleo for all of his help and support. I would also like to thank East District Councilor Joseph Leone, who gave countless hours of his time and expertise to make this project happen. Gino Baroni of Trident Corp also put in a huge amount of work without charge. State Representative Linda Dean Campbell has been tireless in her support as well. My sincere thanks to Rep. Barbara L’Italien, who was also on hand for the opening. Senator Steve Baddour has also been a stalwart in making this project happen. My thanks to Arthur Hutton, who did all of the site work for no charge, and to Sam Rivela, who painted the entire interior at no charge. Sheriff Frank Cousins, on this project as well as everyday, has been a real big factor in turning this neighborhood around. Congratulations to the neighborhood most of all. They had a dream, and through their own hard work, have made it come true.