Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 3, 2023 Sen. DiDomenico hosts Annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day Kick Off Roast on March 9 “Who’s Who” of federal, state and local offi cials join in the “roasting” T he top elected offi cials in Massachusetts will join host State Senator Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett) at the head table for the Annual DiDomenico Foundation St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Thursday, March 9 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Bunker Hill Knights of Columbus in Charlestown. This has become one of the most anticipated events of the year. In addition to Governor Maura $3.48 GALLON We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover Price Subject to Change without notice 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, over 75 federal, state and elected offiNeed a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? Call Dennis at (857) 249-7882 for details. c ials have confi rmed they will join Senator DiDomenico at the head table at the annual political kickoff of the St. Patrick’s Day roast, including Attorney General Andrea Campbell, Massachusetts Senate President Karen Spilka, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, Middlesex County District Attorney Marian Ryan, Suff olk County Sheriff Steve Tompkins, Suff olk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden, Middlesex County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, Middlesex County Clerk of Courts Michael Sullivan and Governor’s Councillor Terry Kennedy. This event is one of the most popular St. Patrick’s Day traditions in the Greater Boston area, and Senator Nick Collins (D-South Boston), the host of the Annual South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast, will also be at the event. The Rock & Roll, Vocal, and Grammy® Halls of Fame group The Platters® (“Only You,” “The Great Pretender,” “Twilight Time”) will be fl ying in for a special performance, and two of Boston’s best comedians will enhance the political humor. In addition to a traditional Irish dinner, the night will include live Irish music, bagpipers and the annual presentation of the Golden Shamrock Award to a community leader. This year’s recipient is Liliana TAX INCREASE | FROM PAGE 1 they’re still producing electricity.” However, Devereux said it’s not a tax break, rather, they’re paying taxes on the fair cash value of the property. “They only run that plant when it’s absolutely necessary to keep the lights on,” Devereux said. “They’re selling less electricity, which decreases its value.” Hanlon asked what role does the city council play in the tax increase. Devereux said the budget was approved in June, adding that any increase or decrease in taxes always occurs on the actual bill. Patino of the Eliot Family Resource Center. Liliana has been a leader supporting children and families in our region before and during the pandemic. She has personally made it her mission to ensure that our youngest residents get the resources and services they deserve. For tickets and event information, please call 617387-3327. Proceeds will go to The DiDomenico Foundation, which funds educational scholarships for graduating high school students, as well as a large toy drive during the holiday season for domestic violence and homeless shelters throughout Greater Boston. “It’s happened every year that I’ve been here, which is 7 years,” Devereux said. “The rate goes on the January bill because the July/October bill is the preliminary bill for the prior fiscal year.” Hanlon suggested that a lot of people are skeptical of the increase. DeMaria suggested that when Hanlon was mayor there was a huge increase during his term. Hanlon said it was only a three-dollar increase. DeMaria replied that wasn’t true. “The tax rate, which the City Council set, was set this past November,” DeMaria said. TAX INCREASE | SEE PAGE 17
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