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Newton City Hall
1000 Commonwealth Ave
Newton Centre, MA 02459
617-796-1000
TDD/TTY 617-796-1089
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30am-5:00pm
Tuesday
8:30am- 8:00pm
Vision for Newton
Newton is a remarkable community. I feel fortunate to have grown up here and benefited from a great family, strong schools, and supportive neighbors. The education I received here, the experiences I had, the people I got to know -- these created a foundation for everything in my life that has come since. My wife and I live in the house where I grew up, and, as proud parents of a new daughter, we look forward to seeing her benefit as well from all that this community has to offer.
Like the rest of the nation, however, we are facing tough challenges. If we are to turn things around, preserve what we have built, and indeed make Newton the model of excellence we know it can be, we must bring everyone together with a level of openness, honesty and accountability we have lacked.
I believe we can have the best school system in the state -- nothing short of a model of excellence for 21st century learning. I believe we can have a city that runs effectively and efficiently, that plans for the long term and embraces innovation wherever it can make us better.
Throughout my campaign for Mayor, I went door to door, bringing my message of change and leadership to over 12,000 homes. And I intend to govern as I campaigned. Reaching out to residents, listening to their concerns, responding to their questions openly and honestly and then making the critical decisions necessary.
But I need your help. Get engaged. Volunteer your time with a community group or cause that inspires your passion. Serve on one of Newton's many Boards and Commissions. Share your ideas by emailing City Hall. Together we can help Newton live up to its full potential.
Setti D. Warren
Mayor of Newton
Town Hall Meetings
Beginning Sunday, February 7th, Mayor Warren will conduct a series of Town Hall style meetings across Newton to discuss the city's budget and to hear directly from citizens about their priorities. Each meeting will include a brief presentation by Sarah Ecker, the Mayor's Interim Chief Financial Officer, followed by a discussion between the Mayor and residents.
All meetings are free and open to the public. Residents are asked to contact the Mayor’s office at 617-796-1100 with any questions. A full schedule of meetings is below.
| Location | Date | Time |
| Newton Cultural Center, 225 Nevada Street | Sunday, February 7th | 1:00PM |
| Ward School, 10 Dolphin Road | Sunday, February 7th | 3:00PM |
| Scandinavian Living Center, 206 Waltham Street | Wednesday, February 10th | 7:00PM |
| Hyde Community Center, 90 Lincoln Street | Sunday, February 21st | 2:00PM |
| Lower Falls Community Center, 545 Grove Street | Sunday, February 21st | 4:00PM |
| Emerson Community Center, 51 Pettee Street | Sunday, February 28th | 2:00PM |
| Pelligrini Field House, 11 Hawthorne Street | Sunday, February 28th | 4:00PM |
| Oak Hill Middle School, 130 Wheeler Road | Sunday, February 28th | 6:00PM |
Bio
Setti Warren was born and raised in Newton where he attended Bigelow Junior High and Newton North High School. He first became been involved in public service when, as a freshman, he was elected class president -- a post he held for four years. As a sophomore at Boston College, Setti became the second African American to be elected student body president in the college's history.
As a junior at Newton North, Setti was asked by Mayor Ted Mann to bring racial and ethnic harmony to the school after a clash between rival groups. In 1997, Setti was awarded the Human Rights Award and subsequently had December 17 declared "Setti Warren Day" by Newton Mayor Thomas Concannon in recognition of his outstanding work as Vice-Chair of the City of Newton's Foundation for Ethnic, Racial, and Religious Equality.
Setti was a founding member of Newton's Community Preservation Committee in 2002 and served as its spokesperson. During his tenure, more than $9 million in state funding was used to build affordable housing and preserve open spaces like Christina Street and Angino Community Farm.
After graduating from Boston College, Setti began an extensive career in public service:
As Special Assistant in the White House Office of Cabinet Affairs for President Clinton, Setti worked with the offices of the Attorney General, the Department of Treasury, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the Small Business Administration.
As New England Director of FEMA, Setti managed a staff and a significant budget. In this capacity he worked closely with local mayors, members of Congress and governors to administer vital and effective FEMA programs and deliver resources to cities and towns throughout New England.
As Deputy State Director for Senator Kerry, Setti was his point person on small business and economic development, bringing federal assistance to cities and towns across the Commonwealth.
Prior to running for Mayor, Setti completed a year-long tour of duty in Iraq as a Naval Intelligence Specialist.
Setti Warren was elected Mayor of Newton on November 3, 2009.