THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2022 Page 9 Everett Police Dept. receives $36K from Shannon Grant T By Christopher Roberson he Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) recently received $757,147 from this year’s Shannon Grant – within that figure, $36,199 was allocated to the Everett Police Department. “The Shannon Grant assists the city with hotspot patrolling, youth programming for crime prevention as well as additional community activities for our youth,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “This money allows us to go above and beyond in our prevention efforts for Everett’s youth.” Amy Reilly, assistant director of Municipal Collaboration for the MAPC, said Everett’s funding will be used for “hotspot patrols in high-risk areas” and to have additional officers present at youth programming events. “These funds will be used to ensure safer neighborhoods in the city and that relationships between officers and youth are built and strengthened,” said Reilly. Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins said the funding came in at the right time. “This comes at a crucial time where we really need to invest in youth programs,” she said. “I hope it is applied in engaging ways that promote community building, a sense of belonging and creates opportunities for our young residents.” This year, the state awarded 15 municipal grants totaling $11.2 million to 27 cities and 14 research partners. “The Shannon Grant program invests in community-based efforts to connect with at-risk youth and help put them on a pathway to future success,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “The long-term positive impacts of the programs funded by Shannon Grants demonstrate the importance of a collaborative approach to addressing youth violence and improving the safety of our communities.” Public Safety and Security Secretary Terrence Reidy said the grants continue to play a vital role to alleviate youth violence. “The successful initiative helps to build meaningful partnerships between police and community while providing at-risk or gang-involved youth with alternative pathways to healthy, productive and fulfilling lives,” said Public Safety and Security Secretary Terrence Reidy. Last year alone, the grants provided funding for 140 fulltime equivalent positions to address youth gang violence. Grant funding was also used to serve more than 15,000 young people across Massachusetts. The grant program was established in 2006 in memory of State Senator Charles Shannon of Winchester. He represented the Second Middlesex District from 1991 until his death in 2005 following a five-month battle with leukemia. Prior to his election to the Senate, Shannon was a Lexington police officer for 20 years. He was also a Town Meeting member in Winchester and was on the town's Board of Assessors from 1987 to 1990. City announces COVID-19 vaccination clinics during February Vacation T he city is partnering with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) to provide COVID-19 vaccination clinics during School Vacation Week from February 20–26. The clinics will be held at the Samuel Gentile Recreation Center at 47 Elm St. on the following dates and times: • Sunday, February 20 from 3-8 p.m. • Monday, February 21 from 3-8 p.m. • Tuesday, February 22 from 3-8 p.m. • Wednesday, February 23 from 3-8 p.m. • Thursday, February 24 from 3-8 p.m. • Friday, February 25 from 3-8 p.m. • Saturday, February 26 from 4-8p.m. There will be an additional clinic held on Saturday, February 19 and Saturday, February 26 at Pope John High School. Anyone ages 5 and older can get a COVID-19 vaccination or booster at these clinics. Families are welcome. No appointment is needed. Vaccination is free and you do not need an ID or health insurance. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is partnering with DPH to help sponsor the event, providing funding Wynn Resorts to sell Encore property for $1.7B W By Christopher Roberson ynn Resorts, the parent company of Encore Boston Harbor, recently announced that the prestigious 1 Broadway address will be sold to Realty Income in San Diego for $1.7 billion. “Encore Boston Harbor is the premier gaming resort on the East Coast and the valuation we achieved in this sale reflects the property’s quality,” said Craig Billings, CEO of Wynn Resorts. “Equally important, the bespoke structure and terms of the lease allow us to maintain a great deal of operating flexibility across economic cycles. The proceeds of the transaction also provide us with liquidity for several of our upcoming development projects and the potential to retire other debt.” Under the terms of the agreement, Wynn will enter into a triple-net lease with Realty Income for Encore. Therefore, Wynn will continue to oversee the operation of the five-star resort and casino. The gaming giant will also continue to pay the real estate taxes as well as the insurance and maintenance costs. On the surface, patrons will not notice any difference. There will also be no changes to the Community Host Agreement between the City of Everett and the resort casino. The transaction is expected to be completed before the end of the year. In addition, the 13 acres across the street from Encore will remain in the hands of Wynn Resorts Development. Therefore, the proposed East of Broadway project will continue to move forward as planned. During his recent presentation to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, Christopher Gordon, president of Wynn Resorts Development, said the first phase would include a 999seat events center, a pedestrian bridge and a parking LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA for activities and giveaways at clinics. $25 gift cards are available while supplies last as well as a free two-week membership to the Malden YMCA. Those who get vaccinated will be able to enter a drawing to win a $500 Visa gift car. The COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are free, safe, and effective. They help keep people from getting very sick from COVID-19. Anyone ages 5 and older who live, work, or study in Massachusetts should get a COVID-19 vaccine. Anyone ages 12 and older should get a booster. For more information, visit mass.gov/kidsclinic. garage with spaces for nearly 3,000 vehicles. The subsequent phases of the project would feature up to three hotels, seven restaurants and 20,000 square feet of retail space. Once the Encore deal is closed, Wynn will have the option of selling the East of Broadway parcel to Realty Income for up to $20 million.
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