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SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY Call for a Quote 617-387-7466 Or email Rocco@sabatino-ins.com We cover: * Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available 895.95 D Mayor joins Sullivan Square traffic discussion By Christopher Roberson uring a recent meeting with the Lower Mystic Regional Working Group, Mayor Carlo DeMaria spoke about steps the city will take to bolster public transportation to help alleviate the transit nightmare at Sullivan Square. “We’re now working with the MBTA to design a connection to the Assembly Square Orange Line Station and jointly apply for a federal transportation grant,” DeMaria said during the March 14 meeting. He also discussed building a pedestrian bridge that would run from Encore Boston Harbor to Assembly Square in Somerville. “Through the support of Encore Boston Harbor and the Mass. Gaming Commission, a pedestrian bridge across the Mystic River is fully designed,” said DeMaria, adding that Encore has agreed to provide significant funding for construction. In addition, he said there is the possibility of extending the Silver Line from Chelsea to Everett and that Second Street and Sweetser Circle are being studied for that purpose. DeMaria also announced that Blue Bikes has decided to expand its business to Everett later this year. Therefore, bike-sharing will serve as one way to reduce traffic generated by the new casino. The addition of Blue Bikes will be coupled with a shuttle that will take casino patrons to and from Everett Square and the MBTA station in Chelsea. Secretary of Transportation Stephanie Pollack said the recommendations from the Working Group are in line with those of the MBTA. “The transit recommendations of the Lower Mystic report are consistent with the MBTA’s long-range plan, Focus 40,” she said, adding that Focus 40 lists Everett as a “priOn March 14, Mayor Carlo DeMaria (far left) and State Senator Sal DiDomenico (far right) joined other members of the Lower Mystic Regional Working Group to discuss ideas about how to relieve the traffic congestion in Sullivan Square. (Courtesy Photos) On March 14, Mayor Carlo DeMaria (second from right) joined other members of the Lower Mystic Regional Working Group to discuss ideas about how to relieve the traffic congestion in Sullivan Square. ority place.” “Focus 40 envisions Orange Line frequency close to three-minute headways depending on future demand, rapid bus connections to Everett, where there is a large transit-dependent population, and a redesigned bus network with an expanded bus fleet. All of this can’t happen at once, so the Working Group will need to identify priorities and work together on a funding plan.” Marc Draisen, executive director of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council, said adequate public transportation is synonymous with real estate development. “The way development occurs is as equally important as the transportation access provided,” he said. “Our analysis found that affordable housing requirements and policies that limit the amount of free parking for both the new commercial and residential sites have a significant impact on producing more walk, bike and transit trips than auto trips.” Second Annual Frank Mastrocola http://www.sabatino-ins.com SABATINO 564 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-7466 Hours of Operation are: Mondays - Fridays 9am to 5pm Saturdays by appointment only Bocce Tournament – Sat., June 1 Winner’s Trophy named in memory of a beloved member, Ersilia Matarazzo T he Everett Kiwanis Club once again is proud to announce the Second Annual Frank Mastrocola Bocce Tournament to be held Saturday, June 1 at the Italian-American Club on Pearl Street in Malden. Twelve teams will compete for the first-place prize of the Cup and $1,000; as well as a second-place prize of $450. The Winners Trophy will now and forever be known as Ersilia’s Cup, in memory of our beloved member Ersilia Cataldo Matarazzo. Your participation supports Everett Kiwanis’ $10,000 in Kiwanis scholarships and charities. Calling all teams, sponsors and raffle donations for the June 1st Tournament! Four-member teams cost $250 per team, or $75 to enter as an individual. The cost includes food and beverage provided throughout the day. For more information, contact Everett Kiwanis President Rafael Santos at 617-794-8182 or email everettkiwanis@gmail.com. STARTING AT
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