THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – Friday, December 6, 2019 Page 3 Disgruntled resident continues to speak out against McLaughlin By Christopher Roberson A lthough the City Council’s Committee on Legislative Affairs & Elections met in executive session to discuss allegations that Ward 6 Councillor Michael McLaughlin removed political signs from resident Rebecca Le’s yard, Le still felt compelled to address the council at the November 25 meeting. During the meeting, Le said that although she was invited to be present during the executive session, she was not able to attend as she was never given a date and time. “Now I have my voice and I will be heard,” said Le. Ward 1 Councillor Fred Capone, chairperson of the Committee on Legislative Affairs & Elections, interjected 14 seconds after Le began speaking. “This matter has already been addressed, all has been said on this matter,” he said, adding that proper notification was provided about the executive session that was held on November 18. “The opportunity to discuss this has come and gone.” However, Le was permitted to continue. “I’m so angry, I lose a lot of sleep over this; I’ve never seen anything like this in my life,” she said, adding that McLaughlin never expressed any remorse over the alleged incident. “He could’ve at least been a gentleResident Rebecca Le went before the City Council on November 25 to pursue allegations against Ward 6 Councillor Michael McLaughlin regarding unauthorized removal of political signage. (Photo Courtesy of ECTV) man and apologized. When you come down out of your rage, you apologize; you don’t just make up lies.” Le also said elected officials have an obligation to act in a professional manner at all times. “Your title doesn’t get lost when you take off that suit and put on regular clothes,” she said. Pope John property In other news, the council postponed a vote to approve borrowing $10.5 million to purchase the property where Pope John XXIII High School is located and convert the building into senior/veteran housing. Councillor-at-Large Wayne Matewsky asked how long someone would need to live in Everett in order to be eligible to live in the new Broadway development. “I really think that makes the big difference,” he said. Mayor Carlo DeMaria said he was not aware of any residency time requirements. “I don’t think you can disqualify someone who has only been here a month,” he said. However, he told the council that he would have the issue clarified. McLaughlin also raised concerns about borrowing $10.5 million, adding that he was under the impression that the funds would be coming from Encore Boston Harbor. However, DeMaria said he intends to borrow money using a 20- or 30-year bond note. He also said he will apply for funding from the North Suburban Consortium in Malden, the Community Development Block Grant program and the Housing Choice Initiative. In addition, DeMaria said he expects the property will generate approximately $250,000 per year in tax revenue. “I’m really looking to make it a net-zero cost to the city,” he said. DeMaria said a developer would not have to purchase the Senior Social planned for December P lease join Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the Council on Aging (COA) for the monthly senior social on Wednesday December 18 at 11:45 a.m. at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.). In celebration of the Holiday and Christmas season, the COA has chosen a delicious meal of soup, salad, roast stuffed pork, roasted potatoes, vegetables and a special dessert. You will also be entertained by the incom505 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Tel: 617-387-1120 www.gkdental.com • Family Dentistry • Crowns • Bridges • Veneers/Lumineers • Dental Implants • All on 4 Dental Implants • Emergency Dentist • Kid Friendly Dentist • Root Canals • Dentures • Invisalign Braces • Snap On Smile • Teeth Whitening We are the smile care experts for your entire family We Now Offer For Your Eating Pleasure “UBER EATS” Convenient Delivery Service Bianchi’s Pizza and Renzo’s Full Menu To Go Renzo’s Entertainment Schedule 7:30 p.m. Wed: DJ George * Thurs: Vinyl Groove, Fri: Joey Canzano * Sat: Billy Pezzulo, Sunday: DJ George 381 Revere Beach Blvd., Revere 781-284-5600 parable Ray Cavicchio featuring singers Frank Zarba and Sharon. Ticket Sales are ongoing in the COA Office. For more information please contact Dale at 617-394-2323. property as the city would already own it. “It makes it very sweet for these developers,” he said. In House Dental Plan for $399 (Cleanings, X-Rays, Exams twice a year and 20% OFF Dental work) Schedule your FREE Consultations today
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