R R E O M N E O M B EV R Vol. 30, No.21 -FREEEVE ETT www.advocatenews.net Have a Safe & Happy Memorial Day Weekend! AADD O A Free Every Friday Photo by Rodrigo de Mendoza Remember. Honor. Celebrate. WE’LL BE CLOSED ON MEMORIAL DAY, MONDAY, MAY 31ST, TO REMEMBER ALL WHO SERVED OUR COUNTRY. AS ALWAYS, YOU CAN ACCESS OUR ATMS AND ONLINE BANKING ANYTIME. The Everett Public Schools held a Covid-19 mobile vaccine clinic at Everett High School on Friday, May 21. Ward 5 School Committee Member Marcony Almeida-Barros helped to bring the MobileVax clinic – a collaborative eff ort of Tufts Health Plan, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center – to the school. “It’s vital that our students get vaccinated, for their health and the wellbeing of their families, teachers and school staff . I’m happy to see that there will be a second vaccination bus coming on June 4, which will be free for students, families and Everett residents.” The next vaccination bus will be located in the parking lot of the Allied Veterans Memorial Pool on 65 Elm St. (across from Everett High School) on Friday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents are encouraged to preregister at 617904-7441 although walk-ins are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have a signed release. City announces annual Memorial Day 419 BROADWAY, EVERETT MA 02149 Right by you. 61 7-38 7 - 1 1 10 7 7 1 SALEM ST, LYNNFIELD MA 01940 7 8 1 - 7 7 6 - 4444 WWW.EVERETTBANK .COM Member FDIC Member DIF Services May 31 at Glenwood Cemetery M ayor Carlo DeMaria recently announced that SINCE 1921 Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Phone: 617-387-2700 Fax: 617-387-7753 NEW COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES AND BENEFITS AVAILABLE ACCIDENT FORGIVENESS DISAPPEARING COLLISION DEDUCTIBLE 11% DISCOUNT WITH SUPPORTING POLICY 10% COMBINED PAY IN FULL DISCOUNT AND GREEN DISCOUNT 10% GOOD STUDENT DISCOUNT Celebrating 100 years of excellence! Monday thru Friday: 8am to 6pm Saturdays 9am to 1pm! Check out our NEW website! www.messingerinsurance.com the city of Everett, in partnership with the Veterans Services Department, will be hosting its annual Memorial Day Services on Memorial Day, Monday, May 31. Services will begin at 10 a.m. at Glenwood Cemetery. "Memorial Day is a time for our community to pay tribute to those who have gone before us," said DeMaria. "I am proud to join our Veterans Services Department at Glenwood Cemetery for our Annual Memorial Day Services to remember the brave men and women who served our country, and made the ultimate sacrifi ce. I look forward to gathering to honor our courageous fallen heroes." The services will be held at the Gold Star Pavilion within the cemetery. DeMaria as well as Director of Veterans Services Jeanne Cristiano, State Senator Sal DiDomenico, State Representative Joseph McGonagle, U.S. Coast Guard Warrant Offi cer Robert Leper and Bishop Robert Brown, senior pastor of Zion Church Ministries, are among those speaking at the event. Light refreshments will be served prior to the service. CATOCTE AT 617-387-2200 Friday, May 28, 2021 Everett Public Schools host Covid-19 mobile vaccine clinic at EHS & H
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 3 City Council questions need for new high school By Christopher Roberson T he City Council recently voted to postpone the request from the School Committee to accept the Statement of Interest (SOI) to construct a new high school. Mayor Carlo DeMaria has recommended using the land formerly owned by General Electric as the site for a new school. In addition, Superintendent of Schools Priya Tahiliani said the building that currently houses Everett High School was designed to accommodate 1,800 students. However, enrollment has now swelled to 2,057 students. Therefore, she said, there have been discussions about repurposing the high school for students in grades 7-9. The other schools would then be for students in grades K-6. However, during the council’s May 24 meeting, Councillor-at-Large Michael Marchese said he could not justify building a new school. He said the former Everett High School building on Broadway could be an option as well as the building that formerly housed Pope John XXIII High School. “We got the real estate deal of a lifetime and got that school for $10 million,” Marchese said of the Pope John building, adding that it would take at least five years to construct a new high school. “I’m sure that place could be updated and could accommodate everything that we need. It’s on public transportation, there’s adequate parking – that’s what you’re looking for, not something that’s hidden down the other end of the city.” Ward 1 Councillor Fred Capone said overcrowding in the schools has been a longstanding problem. He also Winners recognized for food assistance effort agreed with Marchese about considering the former Everett High School building and Pope John as potential sites for a new school. However, DeMaria’s Chief of Staff, Erin Deveney, said the City of Everett purchased the Pope John building with the intention of converting it into an affordable senior housing complex. “There’s some work that would have to be undone to consider that location,” she said. Yet, Marchese continued to focus on the Pope John building. “Not that I want to deny people affordable housing, but right now the need seems to be accommodating the children,” he said. Chief Financial Officer Eric Demas said the former Everett High School building was considered for an elementary school a few years ago. HowCOUNCIL | SEE PAGE 17 For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net WE CAN HELP PAY YOUR HEATING BILLS! You may qualify for ABCD’s Fuel Assistance Program and be eligible for as much as $1,210 towards your heating costs (oil, gas, or electric). Maximum benefit is $1,210 Household of 1 = $39,105 Household of 2 = $51,137 Household of 3 = $63,169 Household of 4 = $75,201 On May 20, Mayor Carlo DeMaria presented a citation to Anthony Portillo (center), owner of Winners Sports Bar & Grill, who worked with other businesses to help more than 700 families before food assistance was available. They are shown with Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins (far left) and the owners of Pollo Royal. (Courtesy Photo) Everett residents graduate from University of New Hampshire D URHAM, NH – Diego Velasquez and Julia Passanisi, both of Everett, graduated from the University of New Hampshire on May 22. Velasquez received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, and Passanisi graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Management and Policy. Cold days are coming. ABCD’s got you covered. APPLY TODAY! Last day to apply is May 28, 2021 Residents of Boston, Brookline, and Newton: 178 Tremont Street, Boston, MA — 617.357.6012 Residents of Malden, Medford, Everett, Melrose, Stoneham, Winchester and Woburn: 18 Dartmouth Street, Malden, MA — 781.322.6284
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 5 DiPierro Garners Local Labor Union Support W ard 3 City Councillor Anthony DiPierro has announced the endorsements of several local labor organizations for his reelection campaign. To date, his campaign has received the support of the Boston Carmen’s Union Local 589, Laborers Local 22, I.B.E.W. Local 103, Carpenters Local 328, Heat & Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 6, Iron Workers Local 7, Pipefitters Local 537 and Roofers Local 33. “The Carmen’s Union feels very fortunate to have a friend of your stature and integrity running for re-election for Everett Council Ward 3,” said John Clancy, recording secretary of Local 589, in a letter to DiPierro. “You will continue to be a great asset to the working men and women in the City of Everett.” DiPierro’s union ties are strong. His mother, Tinamarie Saldutti, currently works as a union steward at the Chelsea Soldiers’ Home Project, giving him a vested interest in ensuring working families are well represented, especially in loWard 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro is shown with his mother, Tinamarie Saldutti. cal government during these unprecedented times. “The Executive Board and members of Local 22 are very grateful for your continued support and ongoing commitment to the working men and women in construction,” said Louis Mandarini, Jr., business manager of Laborers Local 22. “I’m honored to receive these endorsements so early in this race,” DiPierro said. “As the proud son of a Local 22 Labor(Courtesy Photo) er, working families in Everett ought to know they have a strong voice in their corner on The Everett City Council.” To stay up to date with DiPierro’s reelection campaign, visit www.AnthonyDiPierro. com, like him on Facebook @ AnthonyforEverett, or follow him on Twitter @Anthony4Everett. Residents can also reach him by calling 617-394-8235 or by emailing him at anthony@ anthonydipierro.com. EPD school resource officer thrives in new role helping Everett’s homeless able to take the woman to a local detox facility. Although she was not related to the woman, Donnelly was able to obtain authorization from the court to act on the woman’s behalf. Later on the woman’s boyfriend also came forward to request help. After the couple completed their 90day treatment programs, Donnelly said, she “literally never saw them again.” However, she later learned that their quality of life had improved. It was that initial interaction that put the outreach effort into motion. However, Donnelly and O’Donnell made it very clear that, although they are there to help, acts such as public drunkenness and disorderly conduct will not be tolerated. EPD | SEE PAGE 23 Officer Jillian Donnelly By Christopher Roberson fter the COVID-19 pandemic struck in March 2020, Everett Police Officer Jillian DonA nelly, who had previously been a school resource officer, found herself filling the role of a community outreach officer to “aid the vulnerable homeless population in the city.” Under the guidance of Sgt. Dennis O’Donnell, Donnelly has continued to reach out to the city’s growing number of homeless individuals. “It’s a constant, continuous, collaborative effort,” she said. “But it’s definitely been a blessing to be able to help these people.” Last fall, an intoxicated woman appeared at City Hall begging for help. In response, Donnelly was
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 7 ~ POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ Alfred Lattanzi announces candidacy for Ward 6 City Councillor A lfred Lattanzi officially announced his candidacy for Ward 6 City Councilor this week, being the first to take out nomination papers for the position when they became available last week. “After much consideration, I have decided to once again seek election to the Ward 6 City Council seat,” said Lattanzi. “I’ve already begun to hit the campaign trail and I look forward to meeting the residents of Ward 6 on their doorsteps,” he added. Al Lattanzi has been a dedicated member of the Everett community for his entire life. He serves on the Traffic Commission and is the Vice-Chairman of the Everett Redevelopment Authority. He was elected to the Board of Directors of the Everett Credit Union, first as director then as Treasurer. In 2009, he was elected city-wide to the Everett Charter Commission, which produced our current unicameral City Council that was then ratified by voters in 2011. He is also the owner of Everett Supply & True Value Hardware Store on Main Street, Everett. Lattanzi learned the value of hard work at a young age while growing up in a working-class Everett family. After graduating from Everett High School, he went on to graduate from Wentworth Institute of Technology & Franklin Institute of Technology. While working at Charles T. Main Engineering, he continued his education and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from Northeastern University. A few years later, Lattanzi decided to enter into business with his parents, Mary and Babe, at Everett Supply, which his parents started in 1950. Together, they enhanced the business, providing quality work and supplies to their neighborhood and beyond. The family business has thrived for over 70 years, but what hasn’t changed is the company’s dedication to their city and its neighbors. Lattanzi is a dedicated husband and father. He and his wife, Dolores, adopted two children, Alfred and Matthew. Alfred helps manage the family business, while Matthew went on to become an attorney. Lattanzi has been involved in local politics for a majority of his life. He worked as a campaign aid to his dear friend, the late House Speaker George Keverian. He also worked on many local campaigns and initiatives, and he is proud of his contributions to the city charter through his work on the CharAlfred Lattanzi is shown with his wife, Dolores, and his sons, Alfred and Matthew. ter Commission. He has a reputation of being honest, trustworthy and a straight shooter. Alfred Lattanzi has seen where Everett has been, he sees the great progress the City has made, and he wants to be a part of where we’re going. Everett has been and will forever be his home. He is proud of his hometown, he cares about the residents of Everett, and he is ready to get to work! Alfred can be reached by calling 617-594-0455, by emailing "mailto:lattanzicommittee@gmail. com" lattanzicommittee@gmail. com, or by stopping by his place of business during regular business hours.
Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Uga earns master’s degree from University of Maryland A The university held a virtual stateside commencement on May 15 for more than 5,500 graduates. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA DELPHI, Md. – Brianna Marie Uga of Everett recently earned her Master of Science Degree in Biotechnology from the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC). Mayor addresses concerns over housing, transportation By Christopher Roberson M ayor Carlo DeMaria recently spoke about the ongoing push from his administration to bolster public transportation and to alleviate the city’s housing shortage. “We have a lot of overcrowding in our community; a lot of people tend to want to live in Everett,” he said during the Ward 2 Community Meeting on May 26. In addition, he said the cost of renting continues to be extremely high. “Rents are exorbitant,” said DeMaria, adding that the cost of renting a room now ranges between $1,000 and $1,200. However, DeMaria assured residents, particularly senior citizens, that additional housing is in the pipeline with developments planned for the Broadway properties formerly occupied by St. Therese Parish and Pope John XXIII High School. He also said another 500 units of housing are planned for the Boston Street property formerly occupied by Wood Waste of Boston. Resident Colleen Garrity asked DeMaria why he is in favor of housing without parking. In response, he said that although many residents use public transportation, there are still “too many cars” in the city. “We need to change the thinking,” said DeMaria, adding that in the coming months landlords will not rent an apartment to anyone who has a car. Transportation Planner Jay Monty said all affordable housing units must have one parking space. He also said that podium parking has become increasingly popular. However, Monty said there is still much to be done before Everett can achieve its zero parking objective. “We have to get to a place where we have the amenities,” he said. “We’re working in that direction.” Resident Patrick Dailey asked if redistricting would be a possible solution to the schools being overcrowded, adding that the Pope John building can accommodate 1,150 students and could be used as a middle school. Although that opMAYOR | SEE PAGE 23 Councillor Capone takes out nomination papers for the Office of Mayor Ward 1 Councillor Fred Capone officially entered the mayor’s race last Monday when he took out nomination papers at City Hall. Along with Capone were his wife, Michele, and their son, Zach. “My family and I are prepared for a busy summer of campaigning. We have already started door knocking and are overwhelmed by the support,” said Capone. “This campaign is not about me,” said Capone. “It’s about the residents of Everett. We are running so that every voice gets heard and every opinion matters. I’m excited about speaking with our residents and working to earn their support in September.” (Courtesy Photo)
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Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Meet the EHS Crimson Tide Junior Varsity Girls’ Softball Team The Everett Crimson Tide Junior Varsity Girls’ Softball routed the RHS Lady Patriots, 19-1 during Opening Day at Griswold Field on Monday. Pictured, front row, from left to right: Jessica Colman, Karyana Ellerbe, Olivia McCann, Lizbeth Aguilar, Cristina Snook, and Nicole Colantonio. Back row pictured from left to right: Alessandra Foster, Alexandra Barrera Fuentes, Shani Headley, Makenzie Powers, Tide Head Coach Danielle Nadeau, Riley Avelar, Julia Curran, Julianna Edwards, and Stephany De Souza. (Courtesy photo, parent Lisa Sullivan) Capone campaigns in Everett Square #TeamCapone had a big presence in Everett Square last week. “The campaign is going well, and we all appreciate the positive response and support,” said mayoral candidate/ Ward 1 Councillor Fred Capone. “The primary is September 21 and we want to make sure the voters know we are working to earn their confidence.” (Courtesy Photo)
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 15 Members Plus Credit Union ATM to be temporarily unavailable T he ATM at Members Plus Credit Union at 650 Broadway in Everett will be temporarily unavailable from June 2 through June 4, for extensive renovations to the ATM vestibule and parking lot area. On Saturday, June 5 the ATM will be moved to the front entrance located on Broadway and will be available for full use. Members are invited to continue visiting the Everett location for all services during the renovation, which is set to run through June. Members can also conduct a range of account transactions online or through the credit union’s mobile banking service, visit one of fi ve additional branches, or conduct basic transactions at participating credit unions in the Shared Branch network. We apologize for any inconvenience during the renovation period and off er our sincere thank you to our members and the community for their patience and support. Everett residents inducted into MVRCS National Honor Society arlier this month, Sofia Blandino and Amira Harda, both of Everett, were inducted into the National Honor Society at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School. E Everett residents named to President’s List at SNHU M ANCHESTER, N.H. – The following Everett residents were named to the President’s List at Southern New Hampshire University for the spring 2021 semester: Jaimie Boyle, Jason Fiorentino, Curtis Thommen, Stacie Giannelli, David Valdivieso Lemus, Patricia Cassata, Pema Lama and Brett Johnson. Full-time students must have a grade point average of at least 3.70 to be eligible for the President’s List.
Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Crimson Tide Baseball hosts Revere on home Opening Day By Tara Vocino T he Everett High School Varsit y Baseball Crimson Tide held their Opening Day against the Revere High School Varsity Patriots on Monday at Glendale Park. On Friday, June 4, they play at Glendale Park against the Chelsea High School Red Devils. Seniors pose with their coaches. Their Senior Night will be in early June at home. EVERETT VARSITY BASEBALL CRIMSON TIDE: Pictured in the back row, from left to right, are Head Coach Joel Levine, Asst. Coach Steven Gallagher, Sebastian Fong, Tyler Wedge, Brendan Currie, Matthew Chaves, Karmarri Ellerbe, Adrian Figueroa, Egan Gouveia, Enrico Vega, Adam Marshall, Emilio Guzman and Asst. Coach Curtis Tuden. Shown in the front row (same order): David Saia, Matthew Turrili, Justin Longmore, Alexander Velasco, Brian Gibbs, Brandon Gibbs, Omar Marshall, Alexander Lara and Frank Velasquez. CAPTAIN & COACHES: From left to right are Asst. Coach Steven Gallagher, Asst. Coach Curtis Tuden, Captain Brandon Gibbs and Head Coach Joel Levine. SENIORS: Pictured from left to right are Egan Gouveia, Brendan Currie, Matthew Chaves, Adrian Figuroa and Brandon Gibbs. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 17 SITE | FROM PAGE 4 ership units and a senior-focused health care center operated by East Boston Neighborhood Health Center. A pocket park on the property will be redeveloped to recognize the history of St. Therese Parish and will include remnants from the former church building. In addition to the tax-exempt bond, MassDevelopment assisted the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) with the approval of federal low-income housing tax credits, which will provide approximately $5.5 million in equity for the project. DHCD also awarded subsidy funds in support of both this 33-unit project, as well as the adjacent 44-unit rental development. “Older adults make up a growing portion of our Commonwealth, and we need to increase the supply of affordable, quality senior housing with services in every region,” said Housing and Community Development Undersecretary Jennifer Maddox. “Since 2015, we have invested more than $1.4 billion in the production and preservation of affordable housing in support of projects. Stable housing for working families, seniors, and vulnerable populations is vital for resilient communities. We are proud Macedo named to SNHU Dean’s List M ANCHESTER, N.H. – Ninette Macedo of Everett was named to the Dean’s List at Southern New Hampshire University for the spring 2021 semester. Full-time students who have earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 are named to the Dean’s List. COUNCIL | FROM PAGE 3 ever, those plans did not move forward. “That was determined to be too costly,” he said. Demas also reminded the council that the SOI is just the first step in the process of building a new school. “This gets Everett in the queue,” he said, adding that the City of Everett has until June 25 to submit the SOI to the Massachusetts School Building Authority. The council will revisit the matter during its next meeting on June 7. to support the St. Therese development which will create new, affordable homes for seniors with support services to help them thrive in Everett.” “The addition of the St. Therese project will bring much needed affordable housing opportunities to Everett,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “Altogether, this project will provide 77 senior citizen affordable units with a local preference of up to 70 percent for Everett residents. The affordability of these units will range from 30 percent Area Median Income to 60 percent Area Median Income. This would translate to a typical one-bedroom having a monthly rent as low as $1,296 with some rents as low as $0 depending on tenant income. In addition to the 77 rental units, the project will also construct six new three-bedroom townhouse condominiums, which will be for sale below market rates, marketed for firsttime homeowners with a shared income from $85,000 to $154,000 a year. I look forward to being able to welcome residents to their new homes upon completion.” TND is a nonprofit community development corporation headquartered in Chelsea. The organization’s mission is to create strong neighborhoods that enable community members to secure a stable home, achieve economic mobility and determine their own future. TND owns 488 affordable housing units in Chelsea and Revere. “In 2020, COVID-19 painfully highlighted the connection between health and housing; at St. Therese people will have access to healthy, affordable housing and convenient medical services and wellness programs at the same time,” said TND Executive Director Rafael Mares. “The PACE model to be offered at St. Therese will provide seniors the support and resources to safely continue living in the communities they are rooted in.” MassDevelopment has previously provided funding for other TND projects, including a $6.8 million tax-exempt bond in January 2018 to build and equip a 34-unit affordable rental housing facility in Chelsea; a $5.8 million tax-exempt bond in February 2016 to preserve, renovate and build 52 affordable housing units in Chelsea and Revere; and more than $2 million in grants from the Brownfields Redevelopment Fund between 2008 and 2014 for site assessment and remediation for the Box District homes, which are transit-oriented housing developments in Chelsea. MassDevelopment, the state’s finance and development agency, works with businesses, nonprofits, banks and communities to stimulate economic growth across the Commonwealth. During FY2020, MassDevelopment financed or managed 341 projects generating investment of more than $2.69 billion in the Massachusetts economy. These projects are estimated to create or support 10,871 jobs and build or preserve 1,787 housing units.
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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 19 Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen A note from Bob Katzen, Publisher of Beacon Hill Roll Call: Join me this Sunday night and every Sunday night between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. for my talk show “The Bob Katzen Baby Boomer and Gen X Show.” Jump in my time capsule and come back to the simpler days of the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. There are many ways you can listen to the show from anywhere in the world: If you have a smart speaker, simply say, “Play WMEX on Audacy.com” Download the free Audacy app on your phone or tablet Listen online at HYPERLINK “http://www.wmexboston.com” www.wmexboston. com Or tune into 1510 AM if you have an AM radio. Visit us at www.bobkatzenshow.com THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of May 17-21. $400 MILLION FOR NEW SOLDIERS’ HOME IN HOLYOKE (H 3770) House 160-0, Senate 400, approved and sent to Gov. Charlie Baker a bill authorizing $400 million to fund the construction of a new Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke. The push to construct the new home follows the deaths of 77 veteran residents last year as a result of a COVID-19 outbreak at the current facility. A House-Senate conference committee hammered out this compromise version after the House and Senate approved different versions of the measure. The bill also provides $200 million to increase geographic equity and accessibility of long-term care services for Bay State veterans with a focus on areas that are not primarily served by the soldiers’ homes in Chelsea or Holyoke. The Baker administration and House and Senate leaders have urged speedy passage of the proposal in order to meet deadlines to apply for as much as $260 million in funding from the federal government, which would leave state taxpayers with a $140 million bill. “Rebuilding the soldiers’ home in Holyoke and increasing access to services for our veterans is necessary and long overdue, especially after tragically losing many residents of the soldiers’ home to a COVID-19 outbreak last year,” said Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington) who served as the lead Senate negotiator of the conference committee. “This funding will ensure that the commonwealth’s veterans are met with the services that they deserve and that address their unique and changing needs.” “Our veterans throughout the commonwealth deserve the very best in care and treatment as they age,” said Sen. Paul Feeney (D-Foxborough), another member of the conference committee. The bill that we enacted today will ensure that their needs are met for generations to come in a safe, comfortable and welcoming soldiers’ home. Additionally, it is critical that this vital taxpayer-funded facility be built efficiently by a local, well-trained, safe and diverse workforce that provides a career pipeline for skilled craftspeople in Western Massachusetts. The bipartisan and collaborative bond authorization bill we sent to the governor is reflective of our values and consistent with our focus on providing equitable and topnotch care to every veteran in the commonwealth.” “As the senator for the city of Holyoke and the Soldiers’ Home, I know what this new home means to so many in our community,” said Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield), Senate chair of the Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs. “This has truly been a long and emotional process that started well before this legislation was first filed. From the very start, families and veterans gave me a very clear message: ‘Get this done.’ We could not let them down and I am proud to say that we have not let them down … The funding authorized in this bill will ensure that the future residents of the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home and veterans across our commonwealth receive the care with honor and dignity that they have earned in service to our nation. Today’s BHRC | SEE PAGE 20
Page 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 BHRC | FROM PAGE 19 vote brings us one step closer towards fulfilling that mission.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes COVID-19 EMERGENCY SICK LEAVE AND UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE CHANGES (H 3771) House 157-0, Senate 400, approved and sent to Gov. Baker a bill that would provide qualified workers with up to five days of paid leave for COVID-related emergencies including workers who are sick with the virus, under a quarantine order, recovering from receiving a vaccine or caring for a family member ill with the virus. The measure is also designed to relieve employers this spring from expensive unexpected unemployment system costs. Many businesses were shocked when they saw their first-quarter unemployment contribution bills and found the solvency assessment rate had jumped from 0.58 percent in 2020 to 9.23 percent in 2021, raising costs in many cases by hundreds or thousands of dollars. Under the proposal, the state would shift all COVID-related unemployment claims from the solvency fund into a new COVID claims fund and the solvency fund would revert to its original function. Employers, who fund the state’s jobless aid system, will still be on the hook in the long term, and a COVID-related assessment on businesses will kick into effect for 2021 and 2022. “In order for us to fully recover from the pandemic, all Massachusetts workers need access to emergency paid sick time if they are sick with COVID-19, quarantined or need to care for a sick family member,” said Deb Fastino, Executive Director of the Coalition for Social Justice and a member of the Raise Up Massachusetts Steering Committee. “Many essential frontline workers need paid sick time so they can recover from the side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine.” “Massachusetts workers and businesses share the same goal of restoring jobs lost during the COVID pandemic and getting back to work,” said Steve Tolman, president of the Massachusetts AFL-CIO. “By spreading this year’s solvency assessment over the next two decades using already authorized borrowing, the House took the necessary step at this time to enable that continued economic recovery. Moving forward, it is critical that we take a hard look at the way we fund our Unemployment Insurance system to ensure that costs are fairly spread out across businesses; that we build substantial reserves during good economic times in order to weather the bad without relying on costly borrowing; and that workers can continue to count on UI benefits as an economic lifeline to provide for their families and boost the Massachusetts economy.” “The unemployment benefits crisis was directly caused by Gov. Baker’s shutdown of the state’s economy and the Legislature’s failure to act,” said Chip Ford, executive director of Citizens for Limited Taxation. “The federal government provided relief with its American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), but the House chose not to use those funds to mitigate the burden the state imposed on employers. It is unconscionable for the state to further abuse devastated businesses when federal funds have been made available to alleviate that pain.” “This proposal is a good step to help provide employers immediate unemployment insurance tax relief, but it is not a long-term solution,” said National Federation of Independent Business’s (NFIB) Massachusetts State Director Christopher Carlozzi. “The state forced businesses to close their doors and rollback operations resulting in widespread layoffs. Because of this, employers alone should not be left to shoulder the entire UI tax burden and policymakers must use some of the billions of dollars in federal aid to help replenish the UI trust fund like so many other states have done.” “This legislation is an important stopgap step to prevent up to 1,600 percent immediate tax increases for Massachusetts employers,” said Jon Hurst, president of the Retailers Association of Massachusetts. “It will amortize the multi-billion-dollar COVID-related claims over 20 years, spreading out, but not eliminating the pain. Still there needs to be a shared responsibility with the government to cover some of the UI Trust Fund debt. The orders, restrictions, messaging, emergency benefits and fraudulent claims were related to government actions, not that of employers. So there still needs to be a determination on how much of the federal relief dollars under either the CARES Act or ARPA will be the government’s responsibility for the debt of approximately $4 billion. Massachusetts will be receiving $4.5 billion under the ARPA. Most other states have used federal COVID relief dollars to reduce the overall UI tax hit for their employers, and Massachusetts must support their small businesses and employers in a similar way.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes EXCLUDE MUNICIPAL WORKERS (H 3771) BHRC | SEE PAGE 30
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 21 OBITUARIES Lucie O'Connor (Cribbins) Tennihan Age 72, of Ormond Beach, FL, passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side on May 14, 2021. Lucie was born on May 24, 1948 in Medford to James D. & Dorothy L. (Mahoney) Cribbins. Lucie grew up in Everett and forged lifelong friendships. She graduated from Everett High School in 1966 and continued her education in the nursing field. Lucie met her husband Paul through work and they were married in 1968. They raised three children, Jim, Kerri & Heather, in Melrose. They left Melrose to move to Merrimac, MA and then on to Amesbury. Paul passed away suddenly in 2002. Lu was a fabulous cook and loved to entertain, she was the "Hostess with the Mostess." Lu also had a touch for decorating. She had a great sense of humor, "wicked funny." Lu was athletic and loved to run road races and was a dedicated Patriots and Red Sox fan. Lucie was a compassionate nurse and her patients loved her at Atlantic OB/Gyn in Revere, the Wellness Center in Newburyport and For Eyes Optical in Daytona Beach. Lucie is survived by her husband Joseph Tennihan of Ormond Beach, her son James (Maria) O'Connor of Malden, Kerri (Thomas) Griffin of New Market, MD and Heather Davenport of Palm Coast, FL. Also missing their "Neena" are Kasey OBITUARIES | SEE PAGE 22 J& $45 yd. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. MULCH SALE! Discount Spring Special PICK-UP or DELIVERY AVAILABLE 617-389-1490 Premium Hemlock or Pitch Black BELOW WHOLESALE COSTS LANDSCAPERS WELCOME $4 yd. $40 yd. $3 yd.
Page 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 21 and Bridget Griffin and Connor and McKenna Davenport. Lucie is also survived by her sisters Patricia (Frederic) O'Brien of Mashpee and Janice (John) McHugh of Palm Coast, FL, brother-in-law Ronald (Georganne) O'Connor, sister-in-law Janice O'Connor, and many nieces and nephews who loved their Auntie. Services will be private at a later date. Donations in Lucie's name may be made to: HYPERLINK "https://www.stjude.org/donate/legacy.html?frequency_selected=2&legacypid=198710877&memoryFirstName=LUCIE&memoryLastName=TENNIHAN" \t "_ blank" St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105, HYPERLINK "http://stjude.org/" \t "_blank" stjude.org or Boys & Girls Club of Boston, 200 High St., 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02110, HYPERLINK "http://bgcb.org/" \t "_blank" bgcb.org. Carl A. Lombardi Sr. Of Peabody, formerly of Everett, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Carmella (DeLorenzo). Loving father of Karen ConOBITUARIES | SEE PAGE 26
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 23 EPD | FROM PAGE 5 Once they established a dialogue with individuals living on the street, the officers found that many of them had been separated from their families or had no family at all. Therefore, these individuals truly appreciated that there was someone out there who “had their back.” However, the winter months created a substantial challenge as many homeless individuals consume larger quantities of alcohol in an effort to stay warm. In one instance, a man was so intoxicated that he stumbled onto the Tobin Bridge onramp during a snowstorm. “He was on my radar,” said Donnelly, adding that the man was known to Everett Police. She said that in addition to the peril of standing on the Tobin Bridge, the temperature was dangerously low. “It was one of those times when it was negative 10 degrees,” said Donnelly. However, the man was rescued by Chelsea Police and was taken to the Everett campus of the Cambridge Health Alliance. Toward the end of the year, Donnelly came across an individual who was confined to a wheelchair. Despite being in an extraordinary amount of pain, the man was still leery about getting medical attention as he feared his belongings would be taken away. However, Donnelly was able to convince the man that his belongings would be secured. He was then taken to the hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery. The man was later admitted to the Barbara McInnis House in Boston. In addition to the Barbara McInnis House, Everett Police also work with the Providing Access to Addictions Treatment, Hope and Support (PAATHS) program in Boston and Recovery Centers of America in Danvers. Yet, there are some individuals who continue to reappear. “It’s a revolving door,” she said, adding that those individuals simply do not want to be helped. Therefore, Donnelly said, additional services are still needed to help Everett’s homeless. “There’s not enough programs that are truly helpful,” she said. “It’s a constant frustration.” MAYOR | FROM PAGE 8 tion was considered, DeMaria said, the cost of making stateof-the-art renovations would be much higher than a housing development. DeMaria also said he does not support the K-8 education model. “I never liked that,” he said, adding that the current Everett High School could be repurposed for students in grades 7-9. The next community meeting will on June 9 at 7 p.m. for Ward 3 residents.
Page 24 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ The Previous CIP Budget Public Hearing posted is being replaced by this new version; the meeting WILL be held in person and WILL be open to the PUBLIC Senior Social slated for June 23 Public Hearing, Special City Council Meeting Monday June 14th, 2021 At: 6:00 PM Peter J. McCarron Memorial Chambers City Hall 3rd Floor CITY COUNCIL …………………………………………………………….No. C0190-21 IN THE YEAR TWO THOUSAND AND TWENTY ONE To all Parties Interested in the Proposed CIP Budget for Fiscal Year 2022 /s/Anthony DiPierro, as President Pro Tempore Be it Ordered: By the City Council of the City of Everett, Massachusetts, as follows: To allow the public an opportunity to speak on the proposed CIP Budget of the City of Everett, for Fiscal Year 2022, Section 6-5 of the City Charter. Copies of the Proposed Budget can be found in the Office of the City Clerk and/or on the City of Everett Website for public inspection. A true copy attest Sergio Cornelio, City Clerk May 28, 2021 ayor Carlo DeMaria and the Council on Aging will be hosting a Senior Social on Wednesday, June 23 at 11:30 a.m. at Anthony’s of Malden (105 Canal St. in Malden). As we near the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Council on Aging has chosen to host a traditional “Giving Thanks,” Thanksgiving dinner party. The menu includes a garden salad, pasta, a delicious turkey dinner with all the fi xings and apple pie for dessert. You will also enjoy the song stylings of Ray Cavicchio and his band. Tickets will be available on June 7, 10, 11 and 14 from 9 a.m. to noon at the front office of the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.). Reservations will not be accepted over the phone or through the mail. The City of Everett reserves the right to change capacity limits as well as to change and/or cancel the event as CDC protocol dictates. Checks or money orders only – no cash please. For additional information please call Dale or Margaret at 617-394-2323. M The COVID-19 Vaccine: Safe & Effective VACCINE COVID-19 The COVID-19 Vaccine was developed safely. The same safety steps that are used for all vaccines were followed for the COVID vaccine. Tens of thousands of people participated in clinical trials to prove the vaccine is safe and effective. Vaccine was able to be developed quickly because: When the pandemic began, scientists had been studying similar viruses for over 20 years, giving them a head start in creating this vaccine. Companies started producing the vaccine early to ensure immediate distribution upon approval. Join the millions who’ve been vaccinated. SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT AT: mass.gov/CovidVaccine Commonwealth of Massachusetts
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 25 S y Senior Should You Be Screened Sa e hld a BY JIM MILLER nior B S Senio for Lung Cancer? Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about lung cancer screenings? I was a big smoker but quit years ago, so I’m wondering if I should be checked out. Dear Still, Lung cancer screening is used to detect the presence of lung cancer in otherwise healthy people with a high risk of lung cancer. Should you be screened? It depends on your age and your smoking history. Here’s what you should know. Screening Recommendations The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force – an independent panel of medical experts that advises the government on health policies – recently expanded their recommendations for lung cancer screenings. They are now recommending annual screenings for high-risk adults between the ages of 50 and 80 who have at least a 20-pack year history who currently smoke or who have quit within the past 15 years. This is a change from the 2013 recommendation that referred to patients ages 55 to 80 with 30-year pack histories. A 20-pack year history is the equivalent of smoking one pack a day for 20 years or two packs a day for 10 years. In 2020, lung cancer killed more than 135,000 Americans making it the deadliest of all possible cancers. In fact, more people die of lung cancer than of colon, breast and prostate cancers combined. Lung cancer also occurs predominantly in older adults. About two out of every three people diagnosed with lung cancer are 65 or older. You’ll also be happy to know that most health insurance plans cover lung cancer screenings to high-risk patients, as does Medicare up to age 77. Screening Pros and Cons Doctors use a low-dose computed tomography scan (also called a low-dose CT scan, or LDCT) of the lungs to look for lung cancer. If lung cancer is detected at an early stage, it’s more likely to be cured with treatment. But a LDCT isn’t recommended for every high-risk patient. LDCT scans have a high rate of false positives, which means that many will undergo additional (and unnecessary) screening or medical procedures, such as another scan three, six, or even 12 months later to check for changes in the shape or size of the suspicious area (an indication of tumor growth). For some patients, the anxiety or worry that goes along with waiting can be a real issue. Or you may need a biopsy (removal of a small amount of lung tissue), which has risks, especially for those with underlying health conditions, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or emphysema. For example, in people with emphysema, there’s a chance of a lung collapsing during the procedure. If you meet the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force criteria for high-risk lung cancer, the University of Michigan off ers a free online tool (see ShouldIScreen.com) to help you decide if you should get an LDCT. It’s also important to discuss the benefi ts and risks with your primary care doctor before making a decision. Tips for Testing If you and your doctor determine that you should be screened, look for an imaging facility whose staff follows American College of Radiology requirements when performing low-dose CT scans. You can fi nd accredited facilities at ACRaccreditation.org. This can help to ensure an accurate read of your scans by a highly trained, board-certifi ed or board-eligible radiologist. You may need a referral from your primary care provider. Most insurance companies, including Medicare require this before they’ll cover the cost of screening. 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. The SECURE Act (Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act) was signed into law on December 20, 2019. A significant provision of the SECURE Act was the repeal of the ability of a designated beneficiary of an IRA account to withdraw the funds over his or her life expectancy. Designated beneficiaries inheriting IRA accounts after 2019 must now withdraw monies from the IRA account within 10 years. The IRS should be issuing proposed Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) regulations soon as a result of the changes made by the SECURE Act. It is no longer necessary to determine the age of the IRA owner at the time of death for distribution purposes as long as the IRA owner dies after 2019 and the beneficiary is a designated beneficiary under the IRA account (a Trust or an individual). For designated beneficiaries subject to the 10-year rule, withdrawals from the IRA account are optional until December 31st of the 10th year following the year of death of the IRA account owner. The new 10-year rule also applies to a successor beneficiary of a designated beneficiary of the original IRA account owner, who inherited an IRA account prior to 2020, but who dies after 2019. A designated beneficiary will establish a beneficiary IRA account and will then select a beneficiary of his or her inherited IRA account. That subsequent beneficiary would be deemed to be a successor beneficiary. If the designated beneficiary, however, had died prior to 2020, then the successor beneficiary would have the right to withdraw the remaining balance of the IRA account over the life expectancy of the designated beneficiary, and not be subject to the 10-year rule. Former Smoker nir ior d “YOUR FINANCIAL FOCUS” JOSEPH D. CATALDO NEW 10-YEAR RULE FOR INHERITED IRA’S Under the SECURE Act, an Eligible designated beneficiary is eligible to withdraw the remaining balance of the inherited IRA account over his or her life expectancy. The following qualify as an Eligible designated beneficiary: • The surviving spouse of the IRA account owner • A child of the IRA account owner who has not yet reached the age of majority. Once the child has reached the age of majority, the child then has 10 years to withdraw the balance in the inherited IRA account • Disabled beneficiary • Chronically ill beneficiary • An individual not falling into A-D who is not more than 10 years younger than the IRA account owner. These are complicated new rules relating to beneficiaries of IRA account owners. However, since IRA accounts are so common, it is important to understand the new rules. 1. On May 28, 1934, the Dionne quintuplets were born on the family farm in what Canadian province? 2. U.S. Route 50, a transcontinental highway, has a portion known as “The Loneliest Road in America” that is in what state? 3. In May 1915, Babe Ruth hit his fi rst career home run against what team that he was later traded to? 4. On May 29, 1885, in what Massachusetts city (“Shoe Capital of the World”) did Jan Matzeliger demonstrate his invention of a machine to mass produce shoes? 5. What is Neapolitan ice cream? 6. The 1966 what group released the album “Face to Face” with the song “Rainy Day in June”? 7. In May 1830, the poem “Mary Had a Little Lamb” was fi rst published – in Boston; what editress/writer/ activist and proponent of Thanksgiving and the Bunker Hill Monument authored it? 8. Which U.S. state has the longest coastline? 9. How are Allyson, Lockhart and Taylor similar? 10. On May 30, 1821, James Boyd of Boston patented a fi re hose of cotton lined with what substance (to replace leather hose)? 11. The “I want my Maypo” commercials advertised what? 12. What is the Memorial Day fl ower? 13. What was the name of the boyfriend of Geraldine (Flip Wilson)? 14. On May 31, 1578, the Catacombs were discovered in what city? 15. What was Romeo’s family name? 16. On June 1, 2002, the fi rst law to prohibit light pollution in a nation went into eff ect in what country that is bordered by Slovakia on the east? 17. Where would you fi nd the Lost Boys in “Peter Pan”? 18. On June 2, 1924, what U.S. president signed into law the Indian Citizenship Act? 19. What is Aurora Australis? 20. On June 3, 1937, what famous marriage occurred? ANSWERS 1. Ontario 2. Nevada 3. The New York Yankees 4. Lynn, MA 5. Diff erent ice cream fl avors – usually chocolate, strawberry and vanilla – pressed into a block for slicing 6. The Kinks 7. Sarah Josepha Hale 8. Alaska 9. They are the last names of entertainers named June. 10. Rubber 11. The first-ever maple-flavored oatmeal cereal 12. Red poppies 13. Killer 14. Rome 15. Montague 16. The Czech Republic 17. Never-Never Land 18. Calvin Coolidge 19. The Southern Lights 20. Between the Duke of Windsor and Wallis Simpson
Page 26 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 22 nelly & her husband Patrick and Kevin J. Lombardi & his wife Judith. Adored grandfather of Melissa Matthews & husband Chad, Andrea Grieve & husband Dana, Carl N. Lombardi & his wife Katie, Erin Black & her husband Bobby, Brittani Lombardi, Sarah Connelly & her fiancé Matthew Pladsen, Katherine Lombardi, Victoria Lombardi and Anthony Lombardi. Carl is also survived In Loving Memory Of Margaret “Nana” Riley 5th Anniversary April 30, 1943 – May 27, 2016 We thought of you today But that is nothing new We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. We think of you in silence, we oſten speak your name. Now all we have are memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts. We love and miss you so much! George, Peggy, Kaitlin, Michael, Jeanne, and Michael, Jr. by his daughter-in-law Maria Lombardi and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces & great-nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Humberto & Antoinette Lombardi and his children: Carl A., Keith H. and Kevin A. Lombardi. Carl proudly served in the US Navy during WWII. He was always full of life and enjoyed spending time with family. Carl was a lifelong New England Patriots and Red Sox fan. He will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his warm smile and loving spirit. He truly loved everyone he met. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Anthony’s Church, 38 Oakes St, Everett at 10:30 am, followed by a committal service at Holy Cross Cemetery. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 101A 1st Ave, Waltham MA 02451. For further information and online condolences please visit HYPERLINK "http://www.roccofuneralhomes.com/" \t "_blank" www. roccofuneralhomes.com Richard T. Ellard, Jr. Jennifer Dunne, Charles Ellard Jr., Adam Ellard, Brandon Ellard, Karissa Ellard, Tyla Scott and Payton Scott. Richard is also survived by many great nieces & nephews. Richie had a life long battle with health issues from the age of 16. He relied on his family to help care for him. He spent most of his days convincing Diane and Anthony to buy him vanilla frappes, fried clams and scratch tickets; which by the way he was lucky on. In the end he always got his way! Richie was a unique sole with a wicked sense of humor who was loved and will be dearly missed by his family. Evelyn L. (Molle) Giangregorio Of Everett on May 18, 2021. Beloved son of the late Richard T & Doris (Moreschi) Ellard. Loving brother of Charles & his wife Donna Ellard, Diane & her husband Anthony Sclafani and Janeen & her husband Ronald Scott. Cherished uncle of Of Belmont, formerly of Everett, entered into eternal rest on OBITUARIES | SEE PAGE 27
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 Page 27 OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 26 Monday, May 24, 2021 in the Belmont Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was 94 years old. Born in Everett, Evelyn resided in Belmont these last few years, living with her daughter and her family. Beloved wife of the late John Joseph Giangregorio. Dear and devoted mother of Joanne G. Hawkins and her husband, Owen of Belmont. Dear sister of Phyllis Colameta and her husband, Angelo of Everett and the late Mary DiDonato, Nick Molle, Ernest Molle, Pasquale Molle, Thomas Molle, Antonio Molle, Carlo Molle and Alexander Molle. Loving and cherished Nonni of John and Dylan Hawkins of Belmont. Contributions in Evelyn’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02451 would be sincerely appreciated. Mary Grace (Carideo) Nuzzo Life-long resident of Everett passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on May 23. Beloved wife of the late Frank Nuzzo, Sr. Loving mother of Frank Nuzzo Jr. and his wife Diane of Everett, Debra McNally of Melrose, Louis Nuzzo of NahOBITUARIES | SEE PAGE 29
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Page 30 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2021 BHRC | FROM PAGE 20 House 0-158 (Senate on a voice vote without a roll call) rejected Gov. Baker’s amendment that would exclude municipal employees from the emergency COVID-19 paid leave program. The Baker administration has defended the exclusion of municipal workers arguing that they already have strong leave protections in place and that many municipalities can access federal funds to implement their own leave programs that could align with state and federal leave guarantees. Rep. Josh Cutler, (D-Pembroke), House chair of the Committee on Labor and Workforce Development disagreed with Baker. “As the speaker has made clear, the House stands firm in supporting COVID emergency paid leave for all Massachusetts workers,” said Cutler. “That includes our municipal employees, the teachers, police officers, firefighters, health agents, janitors, veterans’ agents and many others who have been essential to our state’s COVID-19 response. Further, our actions today to address unemployment solvency account rates will help stem rising costs for employers and small businesses.” House GOP Minority Leader Brad Jones (R-North Reading) also disagreed with Baker, a fellow Republican. “Having access to emergency paid sick leave is essential to workers who are recovering from the coronavirus, caring for a family member or trying to schedule their vaccination,” Jones said. “Municipal employees—including essential frontline workers like police and firefighters—have also faced numerous challenges created by the COVID-19 global pandemic, and the House’s vote will ensure that they are also entitled to the same paid sick leave benefits as other non-municipal workers.” (A “No” vote is against the amendment and favors including municipal employees.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle No HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of May 1721, the House met for a total of ten hours and eight minutes while the Senate met for a total of six hours and 22 minutes. Mon. May 17 House 11:00 a.m. to 1:04 p.m. Senate 11:11 a.m. to 1:08 p.m. Tues. May 18 House 11:01 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. No Senate session Wed. May 19 No House session No Senate session Thurs. May 20 House 11:02 a.m. to 3:37 p.m. Senate 11:15 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. Fri. May 21 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 BUYER2 Richardson, Jason E Figueroa, Maria Silva, Sebastiao F Gao, Yu Dhungana, Bijaya Umana, Sergio A Silva, Mirian A Timilsina, Sanjaya SELLER1 Bradford Condo Corp Argueta Properties LLC Blanc, Jean C 8 Walnut St Everett T Olivieri, Ernesto D SELLER2 Baptiste, Hifonia J Bortone, Carlo ADDRESS CITY DATE 170 Bradford St #4 Everett 66 Wilbur St 871 Broadway 8 Walnut St #30 846 Broadway Everett Everett Everett Everett PRICE 07.05.2021 05.05.2021 05.05.2021 03.05.2021 $572 500,00 $750 000,00 05.05.2021 $1 040 000,00 $200 000,00 $800 000,00
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