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Deron Hines 4 Chelsea. D2 Chelsea built me — now I’m ready to lead.

Born and raised in Chelsea, I’m running for City Council District 2 to reconnect our community with local government, amplify your voices, and create opportunities for youth, families, and neighbors.

Saturday, I’m hosting Rachael Rollins in Chelsea — and I hope you’ll come through. Elections like these give us a real ...
08/24/2026

Saturday, I’m hosting Rachael Rollins in Chelsea — and I hope you’ll come through.

Elections like these give us a real opportunity to have a direct impact on our communities — Boston, Revere, Chelsea, and Winthrop — we are Suffolk County. September 1st is the deadline to vote in the Suffolk County DA primary, and before you do, come meet the candidate, ask questions, and hear her perspective directly from her.
I chose to support Rachael because her diversion program has supported clients and families I work with first hand, creating real alternative pathways for nonviolent minor offenses. She’s not afraid to hold the system accountable when it’s gotten it wrong, or push it to be better — she’s a systems pusher, and that matters to me.
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Elecciones como estas nos dan una oportunidad real de tener un impacto directo en nuestras comunidades — Boston, Revere, Chelsea y Winthrop — somos el condado de Suffolk. El 1 de septiembre es la fecha límite para votar en las primarias para fiscal de distrito (DA) del condado de Suffolk, y antes de votar, ven a conocer a la candidata, hacer preguntas y escuchar su perspectiva directamente de ella.

Decidí apoyar a Rachael porque su programa de desvío ha apoyado a clientes y familias con quienes trabajo directamente, creando caminos alternativos reales para delitos menores no violentos. Ella no tiene miedo de hacer responsable al sistema cuando se ha equivocado, ni de impulsarlo a ser mejor — es alguien que empuja al sistema a cambiar, y eso me importa.

06/10/2026

There are historical reasons for the lack of trust between community and government in everywhere let a lone in Chelsea — and they are real. That history is exactly why conversations about housing and affordability carry so much weight. I wanted to honor that weight by doing the homework. I sat with developers here and in other communities, community organizations, and city officials. I went through feasibility studies, pro formas, and peer city comparisons. I explored every incentivized alternative available. My priority throughout was finding a balance between the integrity of this community and what can actually be done.

On the feasibility study — I understand the ask and I respect it. But I want to be honest. A study will tell us what the market can absorb. What it will not tell us is something different than what developers who have no ties to our community nor the policy or the ones who have a good standing relationship here, and do not gain anything from participating in these conversations already told us. Waiting for that confirmation means more time passing, the worsening of market conditions and the people this policy has the capacity to serve continuing to be displaced.

And that is the cliff that this policy can close. This policy does not have the capacity to solve all of Chelsea’s problems — but it can close the gap for the median Chelsea income earner — the city secretary, the custodian, the para-educator, the social worker, the police officer, the firefighter — who earns too much to qualify for affordable housing and too little to afford what is being built around us. Nobody throughout this conversation has specifically advocating for them. This policy can.
Balancing values and community integrity has been my priority in every room throughout this process. That is not changing.

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Esta conversación es para todos los residentes de Chelsea. Los estoy representando en cada sala y continuaré haciendo el trabajo necesario para asegurar que la comunidad esté al frente de mis decisiones sobre políticas.

05/23/2026

(Full Speech) Last night was a full-circle moment for me.
✨I had the honor of returning to my alma mater, Framingham State, as the alumni guest speaker for the Intercultural Graduation Ceremony.

This moment feels especially meaningful because I not only participated in this ceremony as a student, but I also had the opportunity to MC the very first one.

Special thanks to Patricia Sanchez and the DICE Office for the invitation and for continuing to create spaces that celebrate culture, identity, and community. ❤️

Once a Ram, always a Ram. Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🐏🎓

Last night was a full-circle moment for me. ✨I had the honor of returning to my alma mater, Framingham State, as the alu...
05/23/2026

Last night was a full-circle moment for me.
✨I had the honor of returning to my alma mater, Framingham State, as the alumni guest speaker for the Intercultural Graduation Ceremony.

This moment feels especially meaningful because I not only participated in this ceremony as a student, but I also had the opportunity to MC the very first one.

Special thanks to Patricia Sánchez and the DICE Office for the invitation and for continuing to create spaces that celebrate culture, identity, and community. ❤️

Once a Ram, always a Ram. Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🐏🎓

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Anoche fue un momento de cierre de ciclo para mí. Tuve el honor de regresar a mi alma mater, Framingham State, como orador invitado exalumno para la Ceremonia Intercultural de Graduación.

Este momento tiene un significado especial porque no solo participé en esta ceremonia como estudiante, sino que también tuve la oportunidad de ser el maestro de ceremonias de la primera edición.

Un agradecimiento especial a Patricia Sánchez y a la Oficina de DICE por la invitación y por seguir creando espacios que celebran la cultura, la identidad y la comunidad. ❤️

Una vez Ram, siempre Ram. ¡Felicidades a la Clase del 2026! 🐏🎓

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country...
05/21/2026

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to attend the Day of Observation at the Chelsea Soldiers’ Home alongside veterans, families, and community members. A meaningful reminder of the importance of remembering, honoring, and showing up for those who have served.
Thank you to the Executive Office of Veterans Services for the invitation, and to all of the speakers and .

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El Día de los Caídos es un momento para honrar y recordar a los hombres y mujeres que hicieron el máximo sacrificio al servicio de nuestro país.
Ayer tuve la oportunidad de asistir al Día de Observación en el Hogar de Veteranos de Chelsea junto a veteranos, familias y miembros de nuestra comunidad. Un recordatorio significativo de la importancia de recordar, honrar y estar presentes para quienes han servido.
Gracias a la Oficina Ejecutiva de Servicios para Veteranos por la invitación y a todos los oradores y participantes que compartieron sus palabras y ayudaron a hacer de este un día significativo.

03/26/2026

The Soldiers’ Home is an important part of our district and our community.
Based on recent conversations around the redevelopment, the plan is for current veteran residents to remain, and for future veteran applicants to receive priority for new units.
Our veterans deserve stability, respect, and to remain at the center of every step in this process.

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El Hogar de Veteranos es una parte importante de nuestro distrito y de nuestra comunidad.
Según conversaciones recientes sobre la remodelación, el plan es que los veteranos que actualmente residen allí permanezcan, y que los futuros solicitantes veteranos tengan prioridad para las nuevas unidades.
Nuestros veteranos merecen estabilidad, respeto y estar en el centro de cada paso de este proceso.

03/24/2026

I want to be clear—I support development that strengthens our community—I’m not against growth. But I am concerned about what happens when we start rolling back the very protections that help keep people rooted here.

For me, this isn’t about being for or against development. It’s about how that development shows up, who it’s accountable to, and whether it reflects the needs of the community as a whole. Growth should be inclusive, thoughtful, and responsible—something that builds on what’s already here rather than quietly leaving people behind.

We can move forward without losing sight of that.

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Quiero ser clara/o: apoyo el desarrollo que fortalece a nuestra comunidad—no estoy en contra del crecimiento. Pero sí me preocupa lo que pasa cuando empezamos a eliminar las protecciones que ayudan a que las personas puedan mantenerse arraigadas aquí.

Para mí, esto no se trata de estar a favor o en contra del desarrollo. Se trata de cómo se lleva a cabo, a quién le rinde cuentas y si realmente refleja las necesidades de toda la comunidad. El crecimiento debe ser inclusivo, consciente y responsable—algo que construya sobre lo que ya existe en lugar de dejar a la gente atrás en silencio.

Podemos avanzar sin perder de vista eso.

It’s Black History Month, and I want to personally thank the CBC and the Chelsea Cultural Council for bringing together ...
02/04/2026

It’s Black History Month, and I want to personally thank the CBC and the Chelsea Cultural Council for bringing together such a meaningful series of events for our community. A special shoutout to all the collaborators as well—Chelsea Public Schools, Chelsea Public Library, and Verb Flow & Vision. I’m really looking forward to learning, connecting, and being part of such an enriching experience. 🖤✨

I’m excited to share that the Inauguration for the Chelsea City Council and School Committee will be held on Monday, Jan...
12/19/2025

I’m excited to share that the Inauguration for the Chelsea City Council and School Committee will be held on Monday, January 5th at 7:00 PM. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our community for the trust you’ve placed in me to serve district 2. If you’re able, please join us in person — or tune in live on the Chelsea Community Cable YouTube page. I hope to see you there!

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Me complace compartir que la Inauguración del Concejo Municipal de Chelsea y del Comité Escolar se llevará a cabo el lunes 5 de enero a las 7:00 p. m. Quiero expresar mi más sincero agradecimiento a nuestra comunidad por la confianza que han depositado en mí para servir al Distrito 2. Si pueden acompañarnos, los invitamos a asistir en persona o a sintonizar la transmisión en vivo a través de la página de YouTube de Chelsea Community Cable. ¡Espero verlos allí!

Over the weekend I had an amazing time at a beautiful showing at Teatro Chelsea, written and directed by Armando Rivera....
11/17/2025

Over the weekend I had an amazing time at a beautiful showing at Teatro Chelsea, written and directed by Armando Rivera. Thank you so much for the invite! Featuring an all–Puerto Rican cast, the play is a powerful tribute to Puerto Rican pride, culture, and history—so much of which is often overlooked or untaught. I highly recommend attending; this upcoming week is the final showing of The Beautiful Land I Seek. Please, please go check it out.

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Durante el fin de semana pasé un tiempo increíble en una hermosa presentación en el Teatro Chelsea, escrita y dirigida por Armando Rivera. Con un elenco completamente puertorriqueño, la obra es un poderoso tributo al orgullo, la cultura y la historia puertorriqueña —mucho de lo cual suele pasarse por alto o no enseñarse. Recomiendo muchísimo asistir; esta próxima semana será la última presentación de The Beautiful Land I Seek.

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