THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 25, 2022 Page 17 BOND BILL | FROM PAGE 16 Bridge, Municipal Pavement and Shared Streets and Spaces Program. Highlights of the $9.7 billion MassTRAC bill include: • $6.2 billion to support core programs for Highway, Transit, and Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) • $2.8 billion in authorization related to the increased federal formula funding in BIL • $2.5 billion for Highway federal aid and non-federal aid BIL support • $27.1 million for the MassDOT Aeronautics Division to suppor t and leverage increased Federal Aviation Administration grants to public use airports • $64.9 million to support increased federal funding for Regional Transit Authorities • $145 million for state match funds required for the increased federal funding for the MBTA • $200 million to support EEA’s Clean Transportation program • $3.3 billion to support the MassDOT and MBTA capital programs through 2026 • $1.79 billion (federal aid and non-federal aid) for MassDOT Aeronautics, Highway, Rail & Transit, and Office of Transportation Planning to support our capital program through 2026 • $150.8 million in new federal aid authorization for Highway to utilize the funding provided under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) • $85 million authorization to improve the condition of our non-interstate pavement on the National Highway System City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 • $55 million in additional authorization to support investments in our cities and towns to promote bicycle and pedestrian safety, improve municipal transportation asset conditions, and invigorate our downtown community public spaces through several successful grant programs: Complete Streets, Small Municipal Bridge, Municipal Pavement, and Shared Streets and Spaces • $400 million for the MBTA to continue to invest in the modernization of its infrastructure and vehicles • $830 million to support the purchase of a new fleet MBTA Green Line cars that are more energy efficient • $3.55 billion to support pursuit of federal discretionary and competitive grant program funding. Say nir Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller What to Do with Cremated Ashes Dear Savvy Senior, A while back I saw an article on diff erent ways to scatter a person’s ashes after they’re cremated, but I’ve misplaced it. Can you help me with this? I’m preplanning my funeral and would like to include instructions on what to do with my remains that my family will appreciate. Planning Ahead Dear Planning, LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by Second and Vine LLC c/o Block Properties LLC Property located at: 12 & 24 Vine Street and 337 Second Street Site Plan Review, Inclusionary Zoning Special Permit & Design Regulations Waiver In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 19, 32, and 33 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review, Special Permit for Inclusionary Zoning, and Waiver from the City of Everett Design Guidelines. This proposal is for the redevelopment of multiple parcels of land, totaling 135,469 sq. ft. and located in the Commercial Triangle Economic Development District, to construct a six-story mixed-use structure with 350 residential units and podium parking. The project will contain approximately 4,375 sq. ft. of retail space, and contain 450 garage parking spaces. 12 & 24 Vine Street and 337 Second Street are parcels of land referenced by Assessor’s Department as K0-05-000067, K0-05-000068, and K0-05-000178. 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 March 18 & March 25, 2022 There’s no shortage of options when it comes to handling or disposing of your cremated remains after you’re gone. Your family can keep, bury or scatter them in a variety of imaginative ways that refl ect your life and personality. Here are some diff erent options to consider. Scatter them: The most popular option is to have your ashes scattered at a location you loved to be i.e., a favorite fishing spot, camping area, golf course, beach, park or at home. If you choose this route, keep in mind that some places, such as national parks, require a permit. And many public areas, like parks or sports stadiums may prohibit scattering. Store them at home: Many families choose to keep their loved ones close, by storing them at home. If you and your family choses this option, you can purchase a decorative urn through your funeral provider or online at Amazon.com. Or you may want to use an old cookie jar or favorite container that reminds your family of you. Bury/inter them: The burial option is good if you wish to have a special place for your family to visit. This is also the only option for cremated ashes sanctioned by the Catholic Church, which specifi es that ashes of the dead should be kept in sacred places like a cemetery or a columbarium and not kept at home or scattered. Plant them: If you’re the environmental type, you can have your ashes planted with a tree. There are companies that off er living urns – like TheLivingUrn.com or UrnaBios. com – that mix your ashes with other nutrients that can be used to grow a plant or tree in your yard or a place of your choosing. Scatter them at sea: If you love the water, there are many businesses that off er ash scattering services at sea, especially close to coastal areas, or your family could rent a boat and do it themselves. There are also companies like EternalReefs.com that offer reef memorials so your ashes can rest on the ocean fl oor. Scatter them by air: This option will scatter your ashes into the sky so the particles can be taken by the wind. To do this, they could hire a private plane, helicopter or hot air balloon service, or use a balloon scattering service like Mesoloft.com. Or they could even send your ashes into outer space with Celestis.com. Turn them into a record: If you love music, a UK company called Vinlyly (Andvinyly.com) will turn your ashes into a vinyl record. You supply the music (or voice recording) and cover image, and the company creates a memorial that your family can listen to for years to come. Turn them into jewelry or glass: If you love jewelry or glass trinkets, there are companies – like CloseByMeJewelry.com, SpiritPieces. com and ArtFromAshes.com – that will turn your ashes into wearable jewelry or glass art memorials. Go out with a bang: If you’re a hunter or a gun lover, a company called Holy Smoke (MyHolySmoke.com) will create loaded ammunition out of cremated remains. Your family could store the ammo in the engraved wooden box it comes in, or they can send you off in a gun salute. Turn them into art: If you love art, arrange for an artists or family member to paint your portrait, or a picture, with some of your ashes mixed into the paint. Or, if your family is into tattoos, many tattoo artists will mix some ashes with ink to create a memorial tattoo. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. nior ior
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