Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2021 Schnitzer makes $50K donation to Grace Food Pantry F By Christopher Roberson or the second year in a row, Schnitzer Northeast presented a sizable monetary donation to the Grace Food Pantry. This year’s donation of more than $50,000 was also coupled with 1,000 pounds of food. Schnitzer’s employees, customers and vendors contributed $25,000, which was matched by the company. Irene Cardillo, director of the Grace Food Pantry, remembered how quickly Schnitzer Simona DelloRusso, project administrator at Schnitzer Northeast, (center) presented the company’s $50,000 donation to Grace Food Pantry Director Irene Cardillo on December 14. They are shown with Mayor Carlo DeMaria, Police Sgt. Robert Hall, Colin Kelly, Public Aff airs director at Schnitzer, Schnitzer Senior Vice President Michael Henderson. (Advocate photo by Christopher Roberson) ANGELO’S FULL SERVICE Regular Unleaded $3.259 Mid Unleaded $3.299 Super $3.419 Diesel Fuel $3.399 "43 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2021 KERO $4.81 DEF $3.49 9 Diesel $3.099 9 HEATING OIL 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS • OPEN 7 DAYS came forward to help at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Schnitzer was the fi rst company to donate to this pantry,” she said, adding that the company has not wavered from its original commitment. The food pantry, which was established six years ago, now distributes 60,000 pounds of food to 24,000 residents each week. “Schnitzer is proud to support the Everett Grace Food Pantry again this year,” said Schnitzer spokesperson Colin Kelly. “Through this partnership, Schnitzer has had the opportunity to support the admirable work of the Food Pantry to help families in need with dignity and care.” For nearly 12 years, Schnitzer has strived to combat hunger and food insecurity through its National Food Bank Initiative. DiPierros make large toy drive donation On December 9, Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro and his father, Jerry DiPierro, made the largest donation to this year’s toy drive. (Photo Courtesy of the City of Everett) COUNCIL | FROM PAGE 1 she said. “That’s why this was put in place.” Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins suggested that the council conduct a work session to amend the Ordinance. She also spoke about the vast gulf between the $10,000 that was in the original Ordinance and the $40,000 that is currently being paid out. “I’m very disappointed that this has been happening for all these years,” she said. “It seems like this year, someone that knew about it pointed it out to the council. Shame on that person for knowing it and not saying anything before. That’s where I’m upset.” Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon said he received $85,000 per year during his tenue as mayor, adding that former Mayors John McCarthy and David Ragucci received that salary as well. He also recommended that the council obtain an opinion from KP Law. “They don’t take sides with anybody,” said Hanlon. However, City Solicitor Colleen Mejia said DeMaria is entitled to the longevity bonus. “A longevity payment is an annual payment,” she said. In addition, Capone presented a Resolution that would require DeMaria to “reimburse the taxpayers and the City of Everett for overpayments in longevity pay received due to an erroneous interpretation of the applicable ordinance.” Capone said that between January 2017 and April of this year, DeMaria received $190,000 in longevity pay. “Right now, only $10,000 has been earned,” said Capone. “My feeling is that a reimbursement of $180,000 is due back to the taxpayers.” Capone also maintained that DeMaria’s longevity pay was not openly disclosed in the city’s budget. “Every single department has longevity,” he said. “Longevity is clearly identifi ed. This, however, was not identifi ed. It was hidden, it was concealed.” The council voted unanimously to refer the matter to DeMaria and his administration. Prices subject to change Fill Up & Save! Fall is Coming! FLEET
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