Caccaviello, Paul (BER) From: Wehrs, Brianna (GOV) Sent: Monday, January 22, 2018 4:39 PM To: Caccaviello, Paul (BER) Cc: Arnold, Haley Dellaquila, Alexis (GOV) Subject: RE: Meeting with Gov. Baker and Lt. Governor Polito Thank you for confirming the meetings on Wednesday February 7th at 2:30pm (with Lt. Governor Polito) and 3:30pm (with Governor Baker). The meetings will be in the Governor?s office (room 360) at the State House. Please let me know if you need parking or entrance instructions. Best; B?anna From: Wehrs, Brianna (GOV) Sent: Monday, January 22, 2018 4:06 PM To: 'pcaccaviello@nycap.rr.com' Cc: Arnold, Haley Dellaquila, Alexis (GOV) Subject: Meeting with Gov. Baker and Lt. Governor Polito Paul, i hope you are well. Governor Baker and Lt. Governor Polito would like to meet with you. Would you be available on Wednesday February 7th at 2:30pm and 3:30pm to meet with both the Governor and Lt. Governor? Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Best Bnanna Brianna Wehrs Associate Chief for Scheduling and Executive Assistant to Governor Charlie Baker State House, Room 360 Boston, MA 02133 617-725-4048 From: ME) TO: Wm Subject: Berkshire District Attorney Date: Thursday, January 25, 2018 3:04:00 PM Attachments: Emman?ime?ne?n; Attached is a proposed timeline of events, which would give Paul Caccaviello ample time to form a campaign committee and gather the necessary signatures to get on the ballot for the September primary. Feb. 7 Feb. 13 Feb. 15 Feb. 27 March 15 May 1? May 29 Berkshire District Attornev Proposed Timeline Paul Caccaviello interviews with Governor Lt. Governor Nomination papers available from Secretary?s Office DA Capeless holds media event to announce stepping down Governor issues media release announcing decision to appoint Caccaviello as DA Last day to enroll in a party DA ca peless?s last day as Governor swearsin Paul Caccaviello as DA Last day to submit nominationpapers ta city/town clerks Last day to submit certified nomination papers to Secretary?s Office From: To: Women: Subject: RE: Berkshire District Attorney Date: Monday, January 29, 2018 2:03:00 PM Please let me know, as soon as practicable, whether the proposed timeline is agreeable to the Governor and Lt Governor, so that I may begin to make confidential preparations. From: Capeless, David (BER) Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2018 3:04 PM To: 'lon.povich@state.ma.us' Subject: Berkshire District Attorney Attached is a proposed of events, which would give Paul Caccaviell?o ample time to form a? campaign committee and gather the necessary signatures to get on the-ballot for the September primary. From: Povich, (GQV1 To: gapeless, David Subject: RE: Berkshire District Attorney Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2018 6:51:20 PM Thanks for your notes DA. Not sure how much of a ok I can give to any timeline before the meetings on the 7th. All that said I think the meeting you had was very positive and helpful to the process. Sorry not to be more definitive. Regards, Lon From: Capeless, David (DAA) Sent: Monday, January 29, 2018 2:04 PM To: Povich, Lon (GOV) Subject: RE: Berkshire District Attom'ey Please let me know, as soon as practicable, whether the proposed timeline is agreeable to the Governor and Lt Governor, so that I may begin to make confidential preparations: From: Capeless, David (BER) Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2018 3:04 PM To: Subject: Berkshire District Attorney Attached is a propOSEd timeline of events, which would give Paul Caccaviello ample time to form a campaign committee and gather the necessary signatures to get on the ballot for the September primary. From: To: WEE Subject: Berkshire District Attorney Date: Monday, February 12, 2018 4:04:00 PM Attachments: Attached is a draft of my letter to Governor Baker, as requested. Please review and advise. February 12, 2018 Honorable Charles Baker Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts State House Boston, MA 02108 Your Excellency: As I have previously indicated, it is my intention to. resign on March 15, 2018 from the Of?ce of Berkshire District Attorney in order to retire from service to the Commonwealth. I am proud of my thirty-?ve years of public service as a prosecutor and the legacy of integrity and fair, even-handed justice in my fourteen years as District Attorney. It is a career of accomplishment and great personal satisfaction, although I will leave with a some measure of regret. I do not take such a step but do so only after care?il consideration of the interests and the future safety of Berkshire County?s citizens. I humbly recommend to you that you give careful consideration to appointing my First Assistant, Paul J. Caccaviello, as my successor. Paul is a prosecutor of more than twenty-eight years of experience who has handled all manner of criminal cases, ranging ?'om misdemeanors to murders, with integrity and professionalism. These past thirteen years Paul has worked side- by-side with me as my First Assistant, helping to set policy and direct an Of?ce that is widely respected within the Berkshire County community. I have come to know Paul well and I have the greatest respect for his character and abilities. I am certain that he has the experience and trust of our colleagues in law enforcement, and this makes me con?dent that this Of?ce?s legacy of excellence will continue under his watch. Thank you for your understanding and consideration. Sincerely, David F. Capeless District Attorney From: 1 vi To: new Subject: Re: Berkshire District Attorney Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2018 10:49:55 AM I can hand-deliver tomorrow the approved final version. On Feb 12, 2018, at 4:04 PM, Capeless, David (BER) wrote: Attached is a draft of my letter to Governor Baker, as requested. Please review and advise. From: To: CC: Subject: Letter to Gov Baker 02-12-18.doc Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2018 11:21:16 AM Attachments: HEW David, Here are just a couple of comments on your very fine letter. (one is just a typo). Delivery tomorrow is fine. Glad this is working out. Regards, Lon February 12, 2018 Honorable Charles Baker Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts State House Boston, MA 02108 Your Excellency: intention to resign on March 15', 2018 from the Of?ce of Berkshire District Attorney in order to retire from service to the Commonwealth. I am proud of my thirty-?ve years of public service as a prosecutor and the legacy of integrity and fair, even- handed justice in my fourteen years as District Attorney. It is a career of accomplishment and great personal satisfaction, although I will leave with arsome measure of regret. I do not take such a step but do so only after careful consideration of the interests and the future safety of Berkshire County?s citizens. I humbly recommend to. you that you give care?Jl consideration to appointing my First Assistant, Paul J. Caccaviello, as my successOr. Paul is a prosecutor of more than twenty-eight years of experience who has handled all manner of criminal cases, ranging ?'om misdemeanors to murders, with integrity and professionalism. These past thirteen years Paul has worked side- by-side with me as my First Assistant, helping to set policy and direct an Of?ce that is widely respected within the Berkshire County community. I have come to know Paul well and I have the greatest respect for his character and abilities. I am certain that he has the experience and trust of our colleagues in law enforcement, and this makes me con?dent that this Of?ce?s legacy of excellence will continue under his watch. Thank you for your understanding and consideration. Sincerely, David F. Capeless District Attorney From: To: Cc: WW Subject: Re: Letter to Gov Baker 02-12-18.doc Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2018 11:23:45 AM Should I deliver the letter to you or to the Governor directly? On Feb 13, 2018, at 11:21 AM, Povich, Lon (GOV) wrote: David, Here are just a couple of comments on your very fine letter. (one isjust a typo). Delivery tomorrow is fine. Glad this is working out. Regards, Lon From: ngigh. Lon room To: v' Cc: WW Subject: Re: Letter to Gov Baker Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2018 1:46:38 PM Room is 271 is ?ne. Unfortunately Gov is booked all day. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 13, 2018, at 11:23 AM, Capeless, David (BER) {Dayid [f wrote: Should I deliver the letter to you or to the Governor directly? On Feb 13, 2018, at 11:21 AM, Povich, Lon (GOV) wrote: David, Here are just a couple of comments on your very fine letter. (one is just a typo). Delivery tomorrow is fine. Glad this is working out. Regards, Lon From: To: CC: Subject: Re: Letter to Gov Baker 02-12-18.doc Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2018 1:50:09 PM FYI - There have been repeated inquiries by local media about why I hadn?t pulled nomination papers, so I did that today, but immediately after ?led my retirement application. Still on track, just stalling until 3/1. On Feb 13, 2018, at 1:46 PM, Povich, Lon (GOV) wrote: Room is 271 is ?ne. Unfortunately Gov is booked all day. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 13, 2018, at 11:23 AM, Capeless, David (BER) . wrote: Should I deliver the letter to you or to the GOVernor directly? On Feb 13, 2018, at 11:21 AM, Povich, Lon (GOV) wrote: David, Here arejust a couple of comments on your very fine letter. (one isjust a typo). Delivery tomorrow is fine. Glad this is working out. Regards, Lon From: To: Subject: RE: Thursday"s announcements Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2018 11:28:00 AM Haven?t heard back is there some confusion? From: Capeless, David (BER) Sent: Monday, February 26, 2018 10:55 AM To: on.povich@state.ma.us Subject: Thursday's announcements Whom should I contact in the Governor?s Office to coordinate Thursday?s announcements? From: To: Subject: Re: Thursday"s announcements Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2018 11:38:43 AM We are all set. My assistant will send you the contact information. I?m out of the of?ce. Apologies for any delay Sent from my iPhone On Feb 27, 2018, at 11:28 AM, Capeless, David (DAA) (dayld wrote: Haven?t heard back is there some confusion? From: Capeless, David (BER) Sent: Monday, February 26, 2018 10:55 AM To: Subject: Thursday's announcements Whom should I contact in the Governor?s Office to coordinate Thursday's announcements? From: To: Subject: FW: capeless statement/timeline Date: Thursday, March 1, 2018 7:21:17 AM DA, I hope the day goes well and congratulations on a magnificent career serving the people of the Commonwealthl Below is the statement that will go to the Berkshire Eagle at 10:30. Lizzy Guyton, copied, is our contact if you, your staff, or the media have questions. Hope it is a great day! Lon From: Guyton, Elizabeth (GOV) Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2018 10:43 PM To: Povich, Lon Chakrabarti, Anisha (GOV) Subject: Re: capeless statement/timeline "Governor Baker and Lt. Governor Polito thank District Attorney David Capeless for his thirty?five years of dedicated public service to this Commonwealth, appreciate his commitment to protecting the citizens of Berkshire County and wish him well in his retirement. Governor Baker plans to appoint District Attorney Capeless? First Assistant, Paul Caccaviello, as his successor and believes Mr. Caccaviello?s years of experience and knowledge from the office make him well qualified to serve in this position pending the results of the November election." Brendan Moss, press secretary From: T0: BOW Subject: RE: capeless statement/timeline Date: Thursday, March 1, 2018 9:14:00 AM I assume that this statement will be published generally after 11:00 am? From: Povich, Lon (GOV) Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2018 7:21 AM To: Capeless, David Guyton, Elizabeth (GOV) Subject: FW: capeless statement/timeline DA, I hope the day goes well and congratulations on a magnificent career serving the people of the Commonwealth! Below is the statement that will go to the Berkshire Eagle at 10:30. Lizzy Guyton, copied, is our contact if you, your staff, or the media have questions. Hope it is a great day! Lon From: Guyton, Elizabeth (GOV) Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2018 10:43 PM To: Povich, Lon Chakrabarti, Anisha (GOV) Subject: Re: capeless statement/timeline ?Governor Baker and Lt. Governor Polito thank District Attorney David Capeless for his thirty?fiVe years of dedicated public service to this Commonwealth, appreciate his commitment to protecting the citizens of Berkshire County and wish him well in his retirement. Governor Baker plans to appoint District Attorney Capeless? First Assistant, Paul Caccaviello, as his successor and believes Mr. Caccaviello?s years of experience and knowledge from the DA's office make him well qualified to serve in this position pending the results of the November election,? - Brendan Moss, press secretary From: T0: CC: Subject: Re: capeless statement/timeline Date: Thursday, March 1, 2018 9:16:42 AM Good morning - We will submit it before then, so I expect it will be in the initial coverage on your announcement. Thank you I Sent from my iPhone On Mar 1, 2018, at 9:14 AM, Capeless, David (BER) {Quid wrote: I assume that this statement will be published generally after 11:00 am? From: Povich, Lon (GOV) Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2018 7:21 AM To: Capeless, David Guyton, Elizabeth (GOV) Subject: FW: capeless statement/timeline DA, I hope the day goes well and congratulations on a magnificent career serving the people of the Commonwealth! Below is the statement that will go to the Berkshire Eagle at 10:30. Lizzy Guyton, copied, is our contact if you, your staff, or the media have questions. Hope it is a great day! Lon From: Guyton, Elizabeth (GOV) Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2018 10:43 PM To: Povich, Lon Chakrabarti, Anisha (GOV) Subject: Re: capeless statement/timeline ?Governor Baker and Lt. Governor Polito thank District Attorney David Capeless for his thirty-five years of dedicated public service to this Commonwealth, appreciate his commitment to protecting the citizens of Berkshire County and wish him well in his retirement. Governor Baker plans to appoint District Attorney Capeless? First Assistant, Paul Caccaviello, as his successor and believes lVlr. Caccaviello?s years of experience and knowledge from the office make him well qualified to serve in this position pending the results of the November election? Brendan Moss, press secretary From: i To: Subject: Meeting Tuesday Date: Monday, March 12, 2018 10:24:00 AM Can we plan to meet you to exchange letters tomorrow at 11:50 am? From: To: Subject: Letter exchange Date: Wednesday, March 14, 2018 8:45:00 AM Attachments: - -r . .u I'll i; . Attached is my letter of resignation to the Governor, effective tomorrow. It has been a pleasure working with you, and wish you all the best in the future. Please convey my thanks to the Governor and Lieutenant Governor. Tithe at massacbusettg BERKSHIRE DISTRICT ATTORNEY DAVID F. CAPELESS 7 NORTH STREET - P.O. Box 1959 DISTRICT ATTORNEY MA 01202 (413) 443-5951 FAX (413) 499-5349 March 15, 2018 Honorable Charles D. Baker, Jr. Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts State House Boston, MA 02108 Your Excellency: Please accept my resignation ?'om the Of?ce of Berkshire District Attorney, effective this date. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve the citizens of Berkshire County and the Commonwealth. Thank you for your understanding and support. Sincerely, ?x 4. w" David F. Capeless District Attorney PRINTED on RECYCLED PAPER From: T0: Cc: Subject: Berkshire District Attorney Appointment Letter Date: Wednesday, March 14, 2018 1:39:41 PM Attachments: Wadi Good afternoon, Please find attached Attorney Caccaviello?s appointment letter effective tomorrow, March 15th, 2018. Please let me know if I Can be of any further assistance. Thank you, Michaela Martini Program Coordinator Boards and Commissions Of?ce ofiGovemor Charles" D. Baker 0-: 857-400-5313 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS STATE HOUSE - BOSTON, .MA 02133 (617) 7254000 CHARLES D. BAKER KAHYN E. POLITO GOVERNOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR March 14, 2018 Paul J. Caccaviello, Esq. 46 Central Avenue Dalton, MA 01226 Dear Mr. Caccaviello: I am pleased to appoint you the District. Attorney of Berkshire County, pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 54, Section 142, effective March 15, 2018. Before commencing your responsibilities, you must take an oath of of?ce. This appointment will be void unless that oath is taken within three months of the date of this letter. Lieutenant Governor Polito and I appreciate your willingness to serve the. Commonwealth in this capacity. Congratulations on your appointment and best wishes for success. Sincerely, Charles D. Baker cc: Karyn E. Polito, Lieutenant Governor William Francis Galvin, Secretary of the Commonwealth Thomas G. Shack Comptroller of the Commonwealth vice: David F. Capeless, Esq. Plum-ED on Rmvcun Benn