THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 2, 2026 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 ployees the right to choose.” AGAINST: “Allowing employees of CPCS to collectively bargain creates serious operational and fiscal risks for the judiciary. CPCS operates as an independent judicial branch agency tasked with providing constitutional defense to indigent clients. Introducing collective bargaining into this framework could disrupt existing management and supervisory frameworks, introduce ambiguity into lines of authority and create operational inefficiencies. Changes to labor relations policies of this scale could have unintended consequences for the delivery of legal services, particularly if they limit the agency’s ability to respond flexibly to fluctuating caseloads, staffing needs and court demands.” WHAT YOUR VOTE DOES: A “Yes” vote would allow the CPCS to form a union to collectively bargain with their employer. A “No” vote is against allowing CPCS employees to form a union and collectively bargain with their employer. ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL SUSPEND THE GAS TAX – Mike Minogue, the Republican candidate for governor, proposed a suspension of the state’s 24-cent-per-gallon gas tax whenever prices climb above $4 per gallon. “A gas tax holiday is a commonsense solution for hardworking Massachusetts families,” said Minogue. “The Legislature must put the people first and get this done. As governor, I’ll do the audit and free up millions lost to waste, fraud and abuse -- allowing us to provide relief to Massachusetts families.” Minogue continued, “Maura Healey’s transportation and climate agenda points the other way. Instead of lifting the tax on a gallon, allies on Beacon Hill have advanced plans to measure how many miles residents drive and use that figure to cut car travel, with a per-mile tax left on the table as a future tool. A miles-driven tax does not wait for a spike at the pump. It charges people for going to work, taking kids to school and living outside a transit line.” Healey responded by filing a supplemental budget that includes a two-month suspension of the gas tax. Her budget goes further and also includes $2.25 million to strengthen postpartum care and mental health support for mothers and families; a cap on ticket resale prices and fees; $41.5 million for the Department of Transitional Assistance for caseworkers and technological upgrades to help people stay enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) despite President Trump’s cuts; funding for MassHealth, public safety and other state services; and changes to how utility companies purchase electricity for customers on basic service, which Healey estimated would save ratepayers $610 million. “While President Trump is driving up costs with his war and tariffs, in Massachusetts, we’re doing everything we BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday October 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. CITY OF EVERETT MASSACHUSETTS ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals of the City of Everett will hold a Public Hearing in the Keverian Room, 3rd Floor, Everett City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, Massachusetts on October 19, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. on the following: Case #: 2678 Petitioner: 173 Alford Street, LLC Owner: 173 Alford Street, LLC Nature of Appeal: Application for Variance. Subject Matter: Pursuant to Section 11.A.3 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance (“EZO”), the Petitioner seeks a variance from Section 7.B.3 of the EZO, which allows a maximum building height of six (6) stories, not to exceed 100 feet, within the Industrial District. Location and Zoning District: 1 Dexter Street (Tax Parcel H0-08-00001A), Industrial District. Specific Relief Sought: The Petitioner seeks a variance from Section 7.B.3 of the EZO to increase the maximum building height permitted in the Industrial District in order to allow for the development of a proposed professional soccer stadium. Further information and plans concerning this case may be viewed at the Zoning Board of Appeals’ Office, 484 Broadway, Room 26, Everett, Massachusetts 02149; Hours: Monday & Thursday, 8am – 7:30pm; Tuesday – Wednesday, 8am – 5pm. Rebecca Edmondson Korom- Chairman Roberta Suppa- Clerk of Board of Appeals October 02, 09, 2026 can to make life more affordable for people and businesses,” said Gov. Healey. “This budget will lower costs at the gas pump, when buying concert and sports tickets and on energy bills, while also making sure families can continue to access the health care, food assistance and services they rely on.” “Families across Massachusetts are working hard, and we are focused on making life - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT Probate and Family Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court 10-U Commerce Way Woburn MA, 01801 In the matter of: Elvin Vivas Ochoa Of: Everett, MA RESPONDENT Alleged Incapacitated Person Docket No. MI26P4925GD CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN FOR INCAPACITATED PERSON PURSUANT TO G.L. c. 190B, §5-304 To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by Oliver Vivas of Everett, MA in the above captioned matter alleging that Elvin Vivas Ochoa is in need of a Guardian and requesting that Oliver Vivas of Everett, MA (or some other suitable person) be appointed as Guardian to serve Without Surety on the bond. The petition asks the court to determine that the Respondent is incapacitated, that the appointment of a Guardian is necessary, and that the proposed Guardian is appropriate. The petition is on file with this court and may contain a request for certain specific authority. You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 AM on the return date of 10/21/2026. This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or your attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date. IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of this proceeding may limit or completely take away the above-named person’s right to make decisions about personal affairs or financial affairs or both. The above-named person has the right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make this request on behalf of the above-named person. If the abovenamed person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: September 23, 2026 TARA DECRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE October 02, 2026 more affordable while protecting the services they rely on,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “This legislation provides immediate cost relief and strengthens support for food assistance, maternal health, public safety and other critical needs.” ALLOW LOCAL RENT CONTROL (SD 2669) – The Senate referred to the CommitBEACON | SEE PAGE 18
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