THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 16, 2024 Page 19 OBITUARIES Albert Louis “Junior” Sciarappa O f Ev - erett . Albert entered into eternal rest unexpectedly, January 25, 2024 in the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. He was 85 years old. Al was born in Everett and remained a lifelong resident of the city he loved. He worked for Tony Ventura’s Everett Square Sporting Goods until its closing some years ago. A true sports enthusiast, Al loved all sports, especially the local Everett sports teams. During his retirement, you could fi nd Al in Everett Square, walking along Main Street, and on Sundays meetBEACON | FROM PAGE 18 ties and the renamed Secretary of Economic Development. “The creation of a new Secretariat will bring a cabinet-level focus to the commonwealth’s housing crisis,” said Sen. Nick Collins (D-Boston), Chair of the Senate Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. He noted that Gov. Healey will now be able put her vision for housing and livable communities into action.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL CHARITABLE DONATIONS (H 2280) - The House has given initial approval to a bill that would require that any group or individual soliciting contributions for a charitable organization by mail or telephone, to inform potential donors what percentage of contributions go directly to the charity. Supporters said that oftentimes people who make donations assume that 100 percent of their donation goes directly to the charity when in fact a private fundraising company is getting a percentage of the money raised. “People should feel secure that their charitable donations are being used in an appropriate manner and going to the organization they chose to support” said sponsor Rep. Paul McMurtry (D-Dedham). “This added disclosure by solicitors protects both the commonwealth’s donors and charitable organizations.” PROHIBIT “LEGACY” COLLEGE ADMISSIONS – (No bill number yet assigned) – The Committee on Higher Education has given a favorable report to and recommended passage of a bill that would prohibit public and private colleges in the Bay ing the boys and old friends at Glendale Park. “Junior”, as he was affectionately called by many family members and old friends, loved his family. He was the beloved son of the late Alberto and Maria (Russo) Sciarappa.; the dear and devoted brother of Ida Giordano, Gloria Orcione and the late Domenic, James, Angelo Sciarappa, Fred Shepherd, Rose D’Andrea, Frances Deschenes, Jeanette Tortorella, Lena DiGiando, Helen Perelli, Carmella Farro and Florence Vetrano; and the loving uncle of Robert F. Giordano, Jr. and Frances Giordano Siciliano and her husband, Joseph, as well as many other nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Relatives and friends were respectfully invited to attend Al’s visiting hours in the CaState colleges from using “legacy admissions” – a tradition that gives to a boost in a prospective student’s odds of admission to a college just because the applicant is related to a current student or alumnus. “The practice of legacy admissions has perpetuated inequalities in higher education for too long,” said Mary Tamer, Executive Director of Democrats for Education Reform Massachusetts, “It serves as a barrier to equity and opportunity, granting an unearned advantage to children of alumni – often from wealthy or well-connected families – at the expense of deserving students from diverse backgrounds.” NOMINATION PAPERS NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2024 CANDIDATES – Nomination papers are now available for candidates who are planning to run for offi ce in the September 2024 primary election and November 2024 general election. Under state law, candidates are required to gather a certain number of signatures in order to qualify for the ballot. Papers are available in the Office of the Secretary of the State’s Elections Division, located at 1 Ashburton Place in Boston and Galvin’s other offi ces in Springfi eld and Fall River. Offices to be filled at this year’s election include President and Vice-president, U.S. Senator, U.S. representative, Governor’s Councilor, State Senator, State Representative, Register of Deeds, Clerk of Courts, County Commissioner. Candidates for district and county offi ces have until April 30, 2024 to gather signatures and submit their papers to local registrars of voters for certifi cation. Those certifi ed signatures must then be fi led with the Secretary of State by May 28, 2024. Party-affiliated candidates fasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. Everett on Monday, January 29. His funeral Mass was held at St. Anthony’s Church, 38 Oakes St., Everett at 10 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Albert’s memory to the American Heart Association, 93 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA 02481 would be sincerely appreciated. Eleanor A. (Leo) Kelly O f Ev - erett . P assed aw ay peacefully on February 2, at her home with her beloved running in the State Primary for federal offi ce have until May 7, 2024 to gather their signatures and submit them to local registrars, and until June 4, 2024 to fi le with the Secretary of State. Non-party candidates for fedfamily by her side at the age of 89. Beloved daughter of the late Sabatino F. Leo and Concetta (Dascoli) Leo. Wife of the late Warren “Buddy” Kelly. Loving mother of Kathleen Kelly of Everett and her partner Michael Dolliver, Lori Mascis of Revere and her husband Domenic Mascis. Devoted grandmother of Samantha Getchell of Saugus and her husband Jared Getchell. Adoring great grandmother of Patrick Getchell. Sister of the late Louis Leo, Jerry Leo, John Leo, Edward Leo, and Frank Leo. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, Everett on Wednesday, February 7th. Followed by a Funeral Mass in Immaculate Conception Church. Interment eral office have until July 30, 2024 to return their nomination papers into local registrars, and until August 27, 2024 to fi le them with Galvin’s offi ce. BEACON | SEE PAGE 20 LEGAL NOTICE City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. In lieu of fl owers, the family asks for memorial contributions to be made in her name to American Heart Association. LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by Rivergreen, LLC Property located at: 1, 4, & 6 Rivergreen Drive and 0 Tremont Street Site Plan Review & Inclusionary Zoning In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 19, 26, and 33 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review and Special Permit for Inclusionary Zoning. This proposal is for the development of a 25-acre site, located entirely within the Riverfront Overlay District. The proposal calls for three mid-rise residential buildings totaling 830,000 gross square feet and containing 591 dwelling units, 585 parking spaces, and a 14-acre public riverfront path and park. Applicant is proposing 59 of these units will be designated as affordable. 1, 4 & 6 Rivergreen Drive and 0 Tremont Street are parcels of land referenced by Assessor’s Department as D0-03-000223, D0-03-000219, D0-03-000218 and D0-03-000220. A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/Planning-Board and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in person. This project, along with all other projects to be discussed at the meeting, can be found on the posted Agenda at the following link: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Matt Lattanzi of the Department of Planning & Development at Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2230. Frederick Cafasso Chairman February 16, 23, 2023
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