EVV RET V R T -FREEVol. 34, No.52 E E E T dv Have a very Merry Christmas! e D OCAT www.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday Mayor DeMaria Thanks Contributors, City Staff and Everett Police for Community-Wide Holiday Assistance Efforts Generous donations and holiday initiatives support more than 220 Everett families and 450 children 617-387-2200 M State Senator Sal DiDomenico and Mayor Carlo DeMaria are joined by supporters behind a large pile of toys that were donated by the DiDomenico Foundation to the City of Everett’s Toy Drive. (Courtesy of the City of Everett) Special to Th e Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria is recognizing and thanking the many individuals, organizations, City staff and members of the Everett Police Department (EPD) who helped support Everett families during the holiday season through a variety of community-wide assistance eff orts. For the past 18 years, the GIVEAWAYS | SEE PAGE 2 F. J. LaRovere Insurance Agency, Inc. 492 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-9700 phone 617-387-9702 fax INSURANCE FOR AUTO, HOME, AND BUSINESS We offer very competitive rates, and by representing many different companies we can shop for the best price for our customers. Call us today! Open Monday – Friday 9am-5pm and Saturdays 9am-12pm Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-2700 phone 617-387-7753 fax ADVOCTE Wednesday, December 24, 2025 Mayor-Elect Robert Van Campen Announces Key Appointments to Incoming Administration Special to Th e Advocate ayor-elect Robert Van Campen today announced his intention to appoint senior leaders to his incoming administration, naming Monica Lamboy as Chief Development Offi cer, and Robert Knox, Jr. as Executive Director of City Services. “These appointments reflect my commitment to building a strong, experienced team focused on smart growth, infrastructure excellence, and delivering results for our residents,” said Mayor-elect Van Campen. “Monica Lamboy and Robert Knox each bring proven leadership, deep professional expertise, and a shared dedication to public service.” As Chief Development Officer, Monica Lamboy will oversee economic development initiatives, strategic planning, business attraction and retention, and community redevelopment eff orts.Lamboy holds an exemplary track record of fostering public-private partnerships and advancing projects that strengthen local economies while preserving community character. “Monica’s vision and collaborative approach will be critical as we work to expand opportunity, support local businesses, and guide responsible development throughout our city,” Van Campen said. Robert Knox, who will be appointed as Executive Director of City Services, will Robert Van Campen Mayor-Elect lead the city’s public works operations, including infrastructure maintenance, capital improvement projects, transportation, and essential services. Knox has over 30 years of experience in managing complex public works systems and ensuring effi cient, safe, and reliable service delivery. “Strong infrastructure is the foundation of a thriving city,” Van Campen said. “Robert Knox’s leadership and technical expertise will help ensure our streets, utilities, and public facilities meet the needs of today while preparing for the future.” “These leaders share my belief in transparent government, fiscal responsibility, and putting residents fi rst,” Mayor-elect Van Campen added. “I am confident they will serve our community with integrity and excellence.”
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