Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020 Gina S Soldano REALTOR® ABR®, AHWD, e-PRO®, GREEN, MRP®, PSA®, SFR®, SRES®, SRS® Broker/Associate Millennium Real Estate 291 Ferry Street, Everett, MA 02149 (857) 272-4270 Gina.Soldano@era.com gsoldanorealtor.com Housing Task Force considers Linkage Fee Ordinance By Christopher Roberson T he Everett Housing Task Force recently discussed putting forth a recommendation to the City Council to implement the proposed Commercial Linkage Fee Ordinance. Linkage fees are “charged to developers of new office or retail properties and used to fund the development of affordable housing.” During the October 15 meeting, Assistant City Solicitor Keith Slattery said the fees would range from $4 to $8 per square foot. “They’re actually a little bit lower than some of the adjacent communities,” he said, adding that linkage fees are currently used in Somerville, Cambridge and Malden. Slattery also said the ordinance is based on the Linkage Nexus Study conducted by Karl Seidman, a senior lecturer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Eviction Moratorium expires In other news, Rafael AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE CA$H FOR YOUR CAR! DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash For Your Car, Truck or SUV! 2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE LT Excellent Condition, Most Power Options, Key-less Entry, Panoramic Moon Roof, Backup Camera, Remote Start, 126K Miles, Warranty! TRADES WELCOME $10,900 Easy Financing Available! EddiesAutotech.com 2008 CADILLAC DTS Platinum Package, Every Conceivable Option, Clean Title, Only 86K Miles, Warranty! TRADES WELCOME $8,500 781-321-8841 1236 EasternAve • Malden We Pay Cash For Your Vehicle! For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net Mares, executive director of The Neighborhood Developers, reminded tenants of their rights as the state’s Eviction Moratorium came to an end on October 17. “When you’re facing eviction, it requires a court case,” he said. Mares also said that in prior years tenants and landlords were eligible to receive up to $4,000 per annum under the Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) program. However, on October 12, Governor Charlie Baker infused $100 million into the program. Therefore, renters and landlords can now receive up to $10,000. “If you applied previously and received $4,000, you’re going to be eligible for more funding this year,” said Mares. Laura Rosi, CEO of Housing Families, Inc., said her organization is able to offer tenants up to $2,000 in addition to legal services and a shelter HOUSING | SEE PAGE 8 City announces Holiday “Adopt a Senior Program” T he Holiday Season is a time for refl ecting, celebration and giving. This year is no different. Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the Council on Aging are launching the Adopt a Senior Program. Many seniors are alone on holidays and often this year feeling isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic. This program is designed to add some comfort and joy into our seniors’ lives. We are requesting donations of toiletries, sundries, socks (white only, crew or ankle), soaps, hand lotions, sanitizers, housecoats/dresses, gloves and hats. All items must be new and in their original packaging. Donations will be accepted at the Connolly Center (rear door only) on Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until noon, beginning Thursday, October 29 and ending on Friday, November 27. These items will be distributed anonymously to seniors in need. Hopefully, we can spread some joy into the life of a senior. We thank you in advance. If you have any questions, please call us at the Connolly Center at 617-394-2323 or 617-394-2260. Please ask for Margaret.
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