Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2022 Conversational Spanish offered to seniors M ayor Carlo DeMaria and the Council on Aging are happy to announce Conversational Spanish, a class designed with seniors in mind. This 10-week course begins on Tuesday, March 8 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Connolly Center at 90 Chelsea St. The instructor, Janice Reppucci, will teach basic words and common phrases used in daily life. This class is free of charge thanks to the generosity of the Everett Foundation for Aged Persons and the Council on Aging. Space is limited to 12 participants. Please call Cathi at 617-394-2323 to reserve your seat. Middlesex Sheriff’s Offi ce reaccredited by American Correctional Association B ILLERICA – The Middlesex Sheriff ’s Offi ce (MSO) has earned reaccreditation from the American Correctional Association (ACA) for the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction with perfect compliance on all mandatory standards, Sheriff Peter Koutoujian announced. “Each day, the men and women of the Middlesex Sheriff ’s Offi ce work tirelessly to ensure the safety of those in our care while preparing individuals to make a successful return home,” said Koutoujian. “Through all of their efforts they play an invaluable role in protecting and serving not only Middlesex County’s 1.6 million residents, but the entire Commonwealth. This re-accreditation is further affirmation of their incredible professionalism and dedication.” The MSO was formally Middlesex Sheriff Peter Koutoujian and members of the Middlesex Sheriff ’s Offi ce are shown holding an ACA Accreditation certifi cate outside the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction on February 2. (Courtesy Photo) awarded reaccreditation following a successful audit in July 2021 and a fi nal presentation before the ACA’s Commission on Accreditation for Corrections in Phoenix in early January. The ACA fi rst accredited the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction in 2015 and reaccredited it in 2018. In each of the three accreditation cycles, the MSO had perfect scores on all mandatory standards. Everett Arts Association moves to Connolly Center P lease join Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the Council on Aging in welcoming the Everett Arts Association to the Connolly Center. The Everett Arts Association, a community-based organization for more than 50 years, teaches and produces amazing works of art in all types of media, culminatCOUNCIL | FROM PAGE 2 DiPierro said he would have felt better if the compensation was removed entirely. “You’re taking taxpayer funds and giving it to a different cause,” he said. In her opinion to the council, City Solicitor Colleen Meing in the spring with their very popular Art Show. The group will now be meeting at the Connolly Center on Tuesdays from 1 to 3:30 p.m., beginning in March. The Everett Arts Association is excited to be working at their new venue at 90 Chelsea St. Their instructor will lead a 12jia said Chapter 268A of the Massachusetts General Laws allows employees who have been elected to paid positions to be designated as special municipal employees. “The statute does not bar the individual from receiving compensation for both positions,” she said. week course for a nominal fee. The Everett Arts Association welcomes beginners as well as accomplished artists. If you are interested in these popular classes, please register in advance with Ann LoConte by calling 617-387-7797. For additional information please call Dale at 617-394-2323. In his letter to the council, Mangan said he did not want any compensation for his position on the School Committee. “When I decided to run for a School Committee seat, I was under the assumption that I could only be compenCOUNCIL | SEE PAGE 15 A trusted family name combined with exceptional craftsmanship & professionalism. Call for a consultation & quote. 63 Years! • Vinyl Siding • Carpentry Work • Decks • Roofing • Replacement Windows • Free Estimates • Fully Licensed • Fully Insured
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