Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 DeMaria keeps Everett booming By Christopher Roberson F or the past 12 years, Mayor Carlo DeMaria has shouldered the weight of the city while simultaneously spearheading a herculean revitalization eff ort. As a result, Everett has become one of the most desirable communities on the North Shore. In April, DeMaria announced that for the second year in a row, the city was named one of the Top Spots to Live North of Boston. City spokesperson Deanna Deveney said the low crime rate, the Everett Public Schools and having some of the lowest taxes in Greater Boston are a few of the reasons why scores of new residents now call Everett home. She also said many of the city’s current residents have no intention of leaving. “People want to stay in Everett,” said Deveney. However, the infl ux of new residents added to the city’s preexisting problem with traffi c congestion. In response, DeMaria introduced the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service as well as promoting bikeshare programs. He is also working to establish a Commuter Rail stop in Everett and to extend the Silver Line into Everett Square. In Councilor Jimmy Tri Le - a proven The 600 Apartment Complex will be a mixed-use development featuring a restaurant on the ground fl oor as well as 7,000 square feet of retail space and 37 parking spaces. the coming years, DeMaria is ultimately looking to create a shift in which residents opt for public transportation rather than using their own vehicles. Deveney also addressed the rumors that continue to swirl about the possible relocation of Everett Veterans Memorial Stadium. “That decision is up to the residents; the mayor is not going to unilaterally make that decision,” she said, adding that even if the stadium is moved the World War II Memorial would remain untouched. More residents has also trigEverett Transportation Planner Jay Monty, Ward 4 Councilor Jimmy Tri Le and Police Sgt. Joseph Gaff stand behind the new school zone sign next to the Lafayette School on Edith Street. (Advocate File photo) Councilor Tri Le always has the interests of the ward 4 residents when it comes to public safety, lower taxes, communication and response. Let’s keep Everett moving as we work together with you and city government! On Tuesday, September 21st Re-Elect Jimmy Tri Le Ward 4 City Councilor Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds gered the need for additional housing. “The demand is outweighing the supply,” said Matthew Lattanzi, acting director of Planning & Development. “We need to meet the demand.” He also said that since DeMaria became the city’s 32nd mayor there has been a serious crackdown on illegal rooming houses which had been scattered throughout Everett. The 600 Apartment Complex After ground was broken (Paid Pol. Adv.) nearly eight months ago, a 68-foot elevator shaft now rises above what will become The 600 Apartment Complex. Located on Broadway, the 80,000-square-foot complex will feature six fl oors and 85 units ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments. In addition, 15 percent of the units will be categorized as affordable housing. The mixed-use development will also have a restaurant on the ground fl oor as well as 7,000 square feet of retail space and 37 parking spaces. “This is the culmination of 12 years of hard work and rezoning,” said John Tocco, a partner at V10 Development. He also said there is a false perception that Everett’s neighborhoods will be overrun by new housing developments such as The 600. “This isn’t smack dab in the middle of a neighborhood,” said Tocco. “This is Broadway, the heaviest travelled thoroughfare in Everett. The 600 is in the heart of the community.” Although the development will have 37 parking spaces, Tocco said he wants to partner with a car share company, such as Zipcar, to off er residents alternative transportation. He admired DeMaria’s successful push to bring BRT service to Everett. “The mayor was the pioneer of BRT,” said Tocco. Regarding the construction timeline, he said The 600 will be available for occupancy by next fall. Harvey Vinyl 63 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured
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