THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 16, 2024 Page 3 Rep. McGonagle delivers over $2.5M for Everett in economic development bill He acquired $2,650,000 for three different Everett priorities L ast month Rep. Joe McGonagle, along with his colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, passed an economic development bill that included $2,650,000 for projects in Everett. The projects – comprised of improvements to the Commercial Triangle District, business street fronts and Everett Square – were made in collaboration with the Representative’s offi ce and the City of Everett. “I’m grateful to my colleagues in the House for supporting me on these projects that are important to our community,” said McGonagle. “Everett is a growing community needing DIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 2 The bill requires long-term care facilities to submit outbreak response plans to DPH with clear protocols for the isolation of residents, lab testing, visitor screening, preventJoe McGonagle State Representative routine updates and upgrades to keep us moving forward. All of this requires funding and I’m ing spread from staff , and the notifi cation of residents, family and staff in the event of a contagious disease outbreak. The bill prohibits longterm care facilities from discriminating against residents based on LGBTQ+ identity or thankful the Legislature recognizes this need as well. I’d like to thank Speaker Mariano, Chair Michlewitz, and Chair Parisella for their hard work on this bill. I’d also like to thank Mayor DeMaria and his staff for their continued partnership in bettering Everett.” The funds for Everett in the bill include $500,000 for infrastructure projects in the Commercial Triangle District, $150,000 for improvements to business store fronts and $2,000,000 for the redesign of Everett Square. The bill was passed by the Senate in early July and is currently in a conference committee between the two legislative branches. HIV status, whether through the denial of admission, medical or nonmedical care, access to restrooms or through room assignments. It also requires staff training on preserving LGBTQ+ rights and care. 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! www.810bargrille.com LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
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