THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 22, 2023 Page 3 Sen. DiDomenico pushes to raise cash assistance for families living in deep poverty L would require grants to be adjusted annually for infl ation, so they don’t lose their value over time. 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 poverty, S.75 and H.144 (sponsored by Sen. DiDomenico and Rep. Marjorie Decker with 115 cosponsors), sets a floor for cash assistance at 50% of the federal poverty level (FPL). State Senator DiDomenico is shown testifying on S.75, An Act to lift kids out of deep poverty. Families living below this level are offi cially in “Deep Poverty.” Once grant amounts reach half of the FPL, the bills City of Everett to dedicate Memorial Plaque in honor of Gilbert “Gil” Dell Isola All are welcome to attend as the City honors the memory of the former alderman and city councillor T he City of Everett will be dedicating a memorial plaque to honor the memory of former alderman and city councillor Gilbert “Gil” Dell Isola on Saturday, Sept. 23, at 10 a.m., at Rivergreen Park near the tot lot and football fi eld. Dell Isola dedicated many years of his life in service to the people of Everett and especially to the youth of Everett through his involvement in youth sports. This event is open to the public and all residents are encouraged to attend. “Gil had mentored so many of us in the City,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria, “Starting back when he was a Little League coach, through his years as a dedicated councilor and alderman, and most recently as a leader for important City endeavors such as the construction of the 9/11 Memorial Plaza in Everett Square. I am glad we can honor his memory with a permanent plaque in his old neighborhood.” Open Daily 4:00 PM Closed Sunday Starting Monday, September 11... We’re back to serving our Full Menu featuring all your favorite Italian Specialties and American Classics! Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s www.eight10barandgrille.com SABATINO 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 PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM ast week State Senator Sal DiDomenico testifi ed alongside Lift Our Kids Coalition members and allies before the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities in support of his proposal to raise cash assistance grants for families in “Deep Poverty.” The Act to lift kids out of deep The Committee favorably reported prior versions of these DIDOMENICO | SEE PAGE 5
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