Page 18 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 ic and irrational. It also impeded commerce across the state.” “This vitally important economic measure will support our restaurants, bars and other entertainment venues as they continue to fully recover from losses experienced during the pandemic and allow our out-of-state visitors to enjoy a drink, if they choose,” said House sponsor Rep. Paul McMurtry (D-Dedham). CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday January 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: Map/Parcel: Building Permit: 38 Pleasant St. C0-05-000071 B-24-1148 Person Requesting: Mr. Dennis Leonard Jr and Beverly Leonard Trustees 38 Pleasant Street Everett, MA 02149 Applicant: Dennis Leonard 4 Mary Rose Way Peabody, MA 01960 PROPOSAL: To alter the exiting One (1) family dwelling by adding Four (4) units for total of Five (5) units to the existing structure, and to add a single unit in the carriage house/Barn [on the second floor] for a total of six (6) residential units on the lot. Reason for Denial: Permit was denied in accordance with the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance as follows: The proposed use is not permitted in the Dwelling District and the building does not meet the current zoning requirements for setbacks. Violations: • A Six (6) unit residential use is not permitted in this zoning district Tw residential buildings on the same lot is not permitted • Far of 0.66 • It appears from the supplied plot plan that vehicles will be backing into the street. • Parking shown on the lot but there are several spaces located in the front yard setback. • The applicant must file with the Planning Board for the TDM program Zoning Ordinance: Section 3 paragraph M only one residential building on a lot is permitted Section 4 A the use as a 5 family is not allowed Section 4 B Dimensional Requirements 2-line C Far is more than 0.5 Section 17 A-line 1 requires 12 parking spaces, the applicant may file with the TDM per Section 35 of the Zoning Ordinance. Section 17 paragraph K, Section 17 paragraph J, Section 17 paragraph O line 4 Rebecca Edmondson Korem - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk of Board of Appeals January 10, 17, 2025 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 17, 2025 DECLAWING OF CATS (S 2552) – Gov. Healey signed into law a measure that would ban cat declawing and tendonectomy unless it is done for the medical need of the feline. The measure imposes a fi ne on off enders of up to $1,000 for a fi rst off ense, $1,500 for a second off ense and $2,500 for a third or subsequent off ense. Supporters said that declawing a cat involves amputating the last bone of each toe, which if performed on a human would be equivalent to cutting off each fi nger at the last knuckle. They noted that according to the American Veterinary Medical Association, the physical side eff ects from declawing include both acute and chronic pain, improperly healed wounds, sudden loss of blood, impaired immune response and behavioral side eff ects include biting. “Declawing is an abhorrent practice that most veterinarians view as inhumane,” said sponsor Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford). “This is another step in my commitment to protect animals in the commonwealth. As a state we have done far too little to punish heartless abusers and to push back against a weak court system that has too often failed to hold them accountable.” PROTECT CATS AND DOGS (S 2908) – Gov. Healey signed into law legislation that would prohibit the sale or transfer of any puppies and kittens under eight weeks old. Violators would be fi ned $100 per animal. When the animal is more than eight weeks old, the outright ban is lifted and replaced with a section that would prohibit the sale or transfer of any dogs or cats at specifi ed outdoor locations, such as flea markets and roadsides. This prohibition would not apply to the transfer of a dog or cat by, or to, a shelter, animal control or animal rescue; or to the display of a dog or cat as part of a state or county fair exhibition, a 4-H program or similar exhibition or educational program. Violators would be fi ned $50 per animal for a fi rst off ense, $100 for a second offense and $300 for a third and subsequent off ense. “Early separation of puppies and kittens from their mother, - LEGAL NOTICE - CITY OF EVERETT Purchasing Department 484 Broadway, Room 14 Everett, MA 02149 INVITATION TO BID NOTICE TO SCHOOL BUS CONTRACTORS 25-28 Transportation of Homeless and Small Group Field Trips Pursuant to MGL c. 30B, the Purchasing Agent for the City of Everett is soliciting sealed bids from qualified contractors to provide transportation for homeless students and small group field trips for Everett Public Schools. The contract offered is for a period of twelve (12) months, with two additional l year options to renew at the sole discretion of the city. All inquiries concerning this IFB must be submitted in writing and addressed to: Allison Jenkins, Chief Procurement Officer Purchasing Department 484 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Allison.jenkins@ci.everett.ma.us Bid forms and documents may be obtained from the city website. Purchasing - Everett, MA - Official Website after 9 am on January 20, 2025. All bids must be returned to the Purchasing Department, Room 14, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 on or before February 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, chapter 149, sections 26 and 27, the Division of Occupational Safety (formerly the Department of Labor and Industries) has determined the Prevailing Wage Rates for this work. This bid and contract are solicited under MGL c. 30B. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids if deemed to be in their best interest. January 17, 2025 and the unregulated roadside sale of dogs and cats, are practices that often lead to serious health or behavioral problems for the animal and no recourse for the new owner,” said sponsor Sen. John Velis (D-Westfi eld). “I was proud to fi le this legislation in the Senate this session and am glad that it is one step closer to becoming law and establishing new protections for animals throughout the commonwealth.” RENAME THE OFFICE OF ELDER AFFAIRS (S 3006) – Gov. Healey signed into law a bill that would change the name of the Executive Offi ce of Elder Affairs to the Executive Offi ce of Aging and Independence. The proposal also replaces outdated language in the state’s lawbooks, including changing “elderly persons,” to “older adults” and “handicapped” to “adults with a disability.” The new legislation also incorporates gender-neutral language into current law. The original version of the bill was fi led by Gov. Healey in May. BEACON | SEE PAGE 19
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