EVE ER TT Ha Saf EV Vol. 31, No.52 -FREET Have H H ve www.advocatenews.net Have a Safe & Happy New Year! Safe & Ha Safe Free Every Friday fe & p p Hap Happ Ne Y r! ! Hap Npy Ne Ye New DVOCAT By Tara Vocino January I n a razor-thin 6-5 vote, Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon was elected to lead the City Council through 2022. Hanlon has more than four decades of experience as a public offi cial. During that time, he served two years as mayor, 18 years as the city clerk and 22 years on the Board of Aldermen. The School Committee vote was much diff erent as Ward 3 Member Jeanne Cristiano was the unanimous choice for chairperson while Ward 6 Member Michael McLaughlin was unanimously voted as vice-chairperson. She urged New Year. High Hopes. Big Plans. 2023 has great things in store. We look forward to celebrating with you all year. We’ll be closed Monday, January 2nd in observance of the holiday.As always, you can access your accounts using our ATMs and Online & Mobile Banking. Thank you! 617-387-2200 Ye!ar! Year! AD OCATE Friday, December 30, 2022 2022 – A Year In Review VICTORIOUS: State Representative Joseph McGonagle won the General Election with 4,629 to 1,946 votes over his opponent, Michael Marchese, in a convincing win. Here he’s pictured with his girlfriend, Margie celebrating his victory with family and friends at Oliveira’s on Election Night. her colleagues to remember the residents who voted to elect them. “They should form our blueprint,” said Cristiano. Mayor Carlo DeMaria outlined the next four years in a State of the City Address. · We will keep increasing the SINCE 1921 Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Phone: 617-387-2700 Fax: 617-387-7753 NEW COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES AND BENEFITS AVAILABLE ACCIDENT FORGIVENESS DISAPPEARING COLLISION DEDUCTIBLE 11% DISCOUNT WITH SUPPORTING POLICY 10% COMBINED PAY IN FULL DISCOUNT AND GREEN DISCOUNT 10% GOOD STUDENT DISCOUNT Celebrating 100 years of excellence! Monday thru Friday: 8am to 6pm Saturdays 9am to 1pm! Check out our NEW website! www.messingerinsurance.com availability of aff ordable housing units so residents will be able to aff ord to continue to call Everett their home. · We will coordinate with all our public and private social and human service partners to make sure that residents have access to the medical, mental health, housing and workforce development opportunities they need to lead healthy, fulfi lling lives. It appears COVID-19 has reared its ugly head once more, as the recent surge in infections statewide prompted Greater Boston League (GBL) offi cials to put a temporary hold on all competition, as of Monday, Jan. 3. The suspension of competition and practices is, for now, set to be in place until Saturday, Jan. 8, when practices can resume. All eight member schools in the GBL, of which Revere, Malden and Everett are included, are subject to the suspension. As a result of the ongoing surge in COVID-19 cases, Zion Church Ministries announced that the 17th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship REVIEW | SEE PAGE 6 Darius Noonan of Everett pays it forward to help other foster kids N ine -year-old Darius Noonan has a new adventure. He wants to pay it forward to help other foster children in Massachusetts. Darius was adopted from foster care by Everett’s DPW Operations Manager, Kevin Noonan, and his wife, Maria. Darius received such great comfort from a gift of the Trouble the Dog plush toy and storybook that he decided he wants to help give Trouble the Dog to other children in foster care. “My son said Trouble made him feel betHELP | SEE PAGE 7
Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Mayor thanks all who contributed to the Holiday Assistance Program and Toy Drive MARCHETTI CORP. On behalf of the Marchei Family, ha a Safe & Prosperous New Year! DIESEL TRUCK STOP Special to Th e Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria would like to recognize and thank everyone who took part in the City of Everett’s Annual Toy Drive and Holiday Assistance Program. Each year for the past 15 years, the City has accepted donations of unwrapped toys, gift cards and cash from individuals and organizations to distribute to Everett families in need of assistance to ensure they can have a joyous holiday season. This year the City of Everett was able to serve 206 families and 430 children thanks to the gracious donations made by all those who donated. The donors who helped make the Holiday Assistance Program a huge success by donating toys, gift cards, clothing and funding this year are as follows: The donors who contributed to over $8,000 in toys, clothing and gift cards include: • Senator Sal DiDomenico • The Kiwanis Club of Everett • Mayor Carlo and Stacy DeMaria • The Brewster Company • City employees • Generous anonymous residents Mayor DeMaria would also Carlo DeMaria Mayor • The Schiavo Club • Encore Boston Harbor employees • Generous anonymous residents • The Council on Aging The donors who contributed over $7,500 total in monetary funds to make this Holiday Assistance Program a huge success include: • Schnitzer Steel Industries like to recognize all the team members who worked tirelessly to ensure every Everett family in need of assistance was served. The dedicated staff at the Connolly Center orchestrated the intake to ensure that only eligible Everett residents benefi ted from the Holiday Assistance Program. The City of Everett’s Executive Manager, Dolores Lattanzi, oversaw the entire process and ensured donations were taken in and distributed to the families who qualifi ed. Distribution of the donations to families was a team eff ort by many City Hall staff ers. “This program would not have been possible if it wasn’t for the eff orts of the incredible staff who worked hard behind the scenes all season long,” said Mayor DeMaria. “Thank you all.” January Senior Social M ayor Carlo DeMaria and the Council on Aging are pleased to announce the monthly Senior Social planned for Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, at Anthony’s Restaurant (105 Canal St. in Malden). Arrival time is at 11 a.m. in the cozy, fi replaced Lounge, where you will enjoy coffee and pastry. The main event begins at 11:45 a.m. in the Terrace Room, where you will feast on a delicious meal consisting of a garden salad, minestrone soup, roast beef with mushroom gravy, baked potato, seasonal vegetables, coff ee and dessert. You will enjoy dancing to the song stylings of Ray Cavicchio and his band. Ticket sales are ongoing at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.); the last day for ticket sales is Friday, Jan. 13. For additional information, please call Constituent Services at 311 or 617-394-2270. ‘Soaps & Sachets: A Valentine’s Indulgence for Seniors’ at the Connolly Center M ayor Carlo DeMaria and the Council on Aging are pleased to announce Soaps & Sachets: A Valentine’s Indulgence for Seniors. Create your signature fragrance, pamper yourself or share it with someone special. You will learn the art of soap making and sachet making from our own Cathi at the Connolly Center. This is a one-day class scheduled for Monday, Feb. 6 at 2 p.m. Space is limited to 20 participants. Please sign up by Jan. 17, 2023, at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.). For more information, please call Constituent Services at 311 or 617394-2270.
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Page 3 Parking Enforcement Offi cer saves families from house fi re Special to Th e Advocate L ast Thursday morning, City of Everett Parking Enforcement Officer Brian Gianelli prevented tragedy at a twoalarm fi re at a multi-unit residence on Vine Street. While he was doing his overnight shift, Gianelli smelled and spotted smoke coming from the building and quickly sprang into action by calling the Everett Fire Department (EFD) and alerting residents to the danger to ensure they got out safely. “I was in the right place at the right time,” said Gianelli. He also told NBC10 Boston, “There were alarms going off , couldn’t tell from what. I got them up, got them out…I said, ‘You got to get out, we have a fi re.’” The EFD quickly responded with help from Metro Boston mutual aid to get the fi re under control. Firefi ghters also did all they could to save the presents under the Christmas Brian Gianelli tree on the fi rst fl oor. Mayor Carlo DeMaria expressed his gratitude to Gianelli and the fi refi ghters who responded to the fi re. “As we all celebrate this season, let’s be thankful for the people like Brian and our fi rst responders for keeping us all safe,” said Mayor DeMaria. City Council hears testimony from rape survivor; asks councillors to remove sex offenders from city payroll By Tara Vocino W endy Poste, a lifelong Everett resident, – who has been trying to bring to justice former Everett fi refi ghter Albert Murphy, who, she alleges, drugged and raped her in Salisbury in 2019 – shared her story, requesting that the council determine if a law can be created that will not allow any person convicted of a sexual assault to hold any position of city government employment, during Tuesday’s City Council meeting at City Hall. Poste said what was important was the fact that a fi refi ghter who was convicted by a jury of Indecent A&B of a child under the age of 14 – on probation for three years and on the sex off ender registry – was allowed to continue working. The public was unaware that they were in danger and that he was around children for the next 18 years, according to Poste. “The mayor, nor the Fire Chief will respond to my letters nor will they acknowledge me at all,” Poste said. “This behavior has got to stop; sexual violence is not acceptable.” Poste said she met with DeMaria and other city and elected offi cials. “You as City Council members have the power that will protect the citizens,” Poste said. “Are you all afraid, or is time for a change?” Poste said the city hasn’t acknowledged the fact that they screwed up. She said the fi re department knew that he was a sex off ender; however, the police department didn’t. City Clerk Sergio Cornelio, asked if it was a charter change issue, stated he would look into it. Ward 6 Councillor Al Lattanzi said he liked Murphy but he never knew he was a predator. “That guy had me fooled,” Lattanzi said. “That’s one of the worst things that can happen to a woman or child.” Ward 3 Councillor Darren Costa thanked Poste for sharing her story, adding to the motion any current staff members who have a sex off ender history on their record. Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins asked about the CORI process, adding that women shouldn’t feel that they don’t have a voice. “What if they are already employed?” Martins asked. “How can they be removed?” A motion was made to refer to the city solicitor, city clerk, human resources and Legislative Aff airs Subcommittee, while looking into the CORI process. OUR OFFICE HAS MOVED TO 519 BROADWAY, EVERETT SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: Rocco Longo, Owner WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
Page 4 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 American Rescue Plan Act funding in mayor’s hands By Tara Vocino T he City Council requested that the administration allocate one million from the American Rescue Plan Act funds for youth-led initiatives in a participatory budgeting process – led by the Everett Youth Initiative Council – during Tuesday’s council meeting at City Hall. Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins, who sponsored the item, referred the matter to the Mayor’s Offi ce, asking that they respond by the next council meeting on Jan. 9. “The youths came to the table also at the last meeting,” Martins said. “They’d be responsible for outreach.” During public comment, Youth Initiative Council members Kien Lau and Aeshah Mohammed spoke favorably on the motion. “Youth have been the most $4.05 GALLON We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover Price Subject to Change without notice 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 affected by the pandemic,” Mohammed said. “Suddenly, we had to stay at home and learn from a computer.” Mohammed said struggles included uncertainty about where the next meal is coming from. Lau said the message is clear. “We are yearning to be heard,” Lau said. “We all understand that money is power, so when will money be given to youths, who need it the most? Ward 6 Councillor Al Lattanzi said he’d support helping the youths, adding that they must oversee what they’re goDuring Tuesday’s City Council meeting at City Hall, pictured from left to right: Everett Youth Initiative Council members Aeshah Mohammed, Simran Tamang, Kien Lau, Shreeya Musyaju and Thalia Patiño Molano asked the Mayor’s Offi ce to allocate one million from the American Rescue Plan Act fuding for youth-led initiatives in a participatory budget process. ing to do. City Clerk Sergio Cornelio said this resolution is simply the beginning part, adding that the mayor could reject their proposal. “They would form a larger team to facilitate budgeting,” Cornelio said. “Their ultimate goal is to gather a representative team of young people.” During public comment, Youth Initiative Council members Kien Lau and Aeshah Mohammed spoke favorably on the motion. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Dance Party Thursdays at the Connolly Center M ayor Carlo DeMaria and the Council on Aging are pleased to announce the “Dance Party Thursdays” in January. The dances are free of charge for seniors over the age of 60 years and take place at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.) beginning at 12:45 p.m. The Schedule is as follows: Thursday, January 12: DJ Chris Fiore; Thursday, January 26: DJ Tommy Sheehan. For additional information, please call Constituent Services at 311 or 617-394-2270. A trusted family name combined with exceptional craftsmanship & professionalism. Call for a consultation & quote. 64 Years! • Vinyl Siding • Carpentry Work • Decks • Roofing • Replacement Windows • Free Estimates • Fully Licensed • Fully Insured
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Page 5 DiDomenico, A Longtime Childcare Advocate, Votes to Pass Bill Supporting Parents Running for Public Offi ce BOSTON – Senator Sal DiDomenico recently joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts State Senate to pass legislation that would support parents running for public offi ce by recognizing childcare as a valid campaign expense. “The pandemic has made it abundantly clear that parents cannot go to work without access to childcare and our democracy is no diff erent,” said Senator DiDomenico, Assistant Majority Leader of the Massachusetts Senate. “We want our elected representatives to look like all the people in our state, but we can’t make that happen if parents, especially women and people with low income, can’t aff ord childcare while running for offi ce. This bill would take a big and important step forward in making it easier for parents to run for offi ce and making the State House more representative of each of our districts. I want to thank Senate Presing parents, especially women, who face the added costs of childcare,” said Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “While we’ve made great strides in diversifying our electoral representation in Massachusetts, there is much more we can do to make the decision to run for offi ce easier for people with kids. I want to thank Senator Jehlen for championing this issue and look forward to it advancing in the legislative process.” Under the bill, a political Sal DiDomenico State Senator ident Spilka and Senator Jehlen for all their eff orts prioritizing this bill and shepherding it through the Senate.” “Public service is a personal choice made more complicated and daunting for workcandidate would be able to expend campaign funds for childcare costs, using money raised in support of a political campaign. The bill tasks the Director of the Offi ce of Campaign and Political Finance with the creation of regulation to oversee the implementation of this change. The bill now heads to the Massachusetts House of Representatives for consideration. Subscribe to the Advocate Online: www.advocatenews.net AUTOTECH DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash for Your Vehicle! RIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT $$ CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! $$ Get your vehicle Winter Ready! We Offer A Complete Safety Check! • Coolant Special with Oil Change • Top Off All Fluids Gt hil Wit Rd • Synthetic Blend Oil Change Only $79.95 2005 JAGUAR S-TYPE Loaded with Power Options, Excellent Condition, Clean Title, Only 92K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $4,995 Easy Financing Available! (Most vehicles) 2013 KIA SOUL Loaded with Power Options, Sun Roof, Heated Seats, Remote Starter, Clean Title, Only 86K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $7,995 (781) 321-8841 • (617) 571-9869 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com Vehicle! We Pay Cash For Your Let us weatherize your home and wrap it in layers of savings. You can get up to 100% off approved insulation and no-cost air sealing. Think of insulation as a sweater for your home, keeping the air you want in, and air sealing as a jacket, keeping dust and allergens out. Insulation and air sealing work together to better protect your home from extreme temperatures in the winter and summer months. Schedule a no-cost Home Energy Assessment to see how you can save energy and money all year long. To get started, schedule your no-cost Home Energy Assessment today. Learn more at ngrid.com/assessment or call 1-866-527-SAVE (7283).
Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 REVIEW | FROM PAGE 1 Breakfast, scheduled for Monday, January 17, has been cancelled. The Georgia Bulldogs defeated Alabama, 33-18, in the College Football National Championship, winning their first title since 1980 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Monday night. A former Everett High School defensive standout, Lewis Cine, was honored as the defensive player of the game. In the spirit of transparency, School Committee Vice-Chairperson Michael McLaughlin recently suggested implementing a 90-day hiring freeze on positions that are not “classroom-related.” “This is to give us the opportunity to look at where the School Department is going,” he said during the committee’s January 18 meeting. The City Council, during its January 24 meeting, voted unanimously to approve a $100,000 transfer to begin the process of replacing the roof at the Webster School. Superintendent of Schools Priya Tahiliani said this was a necessary first step in order for the project to be eligible for partial reimbursement from the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA). Michael Mambrino, 18, of Brookline, was arrested on February 8 in connection with starting the two-alarm fire that gutted a vacant warehouse at 69 Norman St. during the late evening hours of January 23. The Everett warehouse had been empty for the past year and a half and was slated for demolition to make way for Artemas, a 398-unit apartment building. February The Stop & Shop at 1690 Revere Beach Pkwy. could be razed to make way for two mixed-use buildings. In other news, the board approved a Neighborhood Plan intended to bolster the growth of the Commercial Triangle Economic Development District. Parents aggressively berated school officials and administrators for their lack of transparency and communication regarding the Everett High School lockdown on January 26. During the School ComINFERNO: A two-alarm fire engulfed an abandoned warehouse at 69 Norman St. during the late evening hours of January 23. (Photo Courtesy of the Everett Fire Department) mittee’s February 7 meeting, parent Michelle Seward described the emotional trauma from that day and how district leaders were not there in a time of need. Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky spoke once again about his ongoing effort to construct a public safety complex to service Lower Broadway and Encore Boston Harbor. He said that during the Our 50th Anniversary Dan 1972 OPEN NEW YEAR’S DAY 10 AM - 4 PM R.Y.O. TOBACCO ---------TUBES CIGAR SMOKER’S DELIGHT! 15 Handmade Cigars - Long Leaf Filler - Four Year Old Tobacco Wrapped including a Cohiba $43.95 * ASHTONS * ARTURO FUENTE * PADRON * PERDOMO * OTHER MAJOR BRANDS PRICED RIGHT! Montecristo White (Good Smoke) Boxes of 27 or 15 - Buy 1st Box at A.B.C. Reduced Price and Get 2nd Box at 50% Off! Limited Time - Act Now! A.B.C. 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During the commission’s February 10 meeting, Christopher Gordon, president of Wynn Development, said the size of the events center has been scaled back from 1,800 seats to 999 seats. The City Council, during its February 17 meeting, voted 6-5 to enroll the ordinance sponsored by former Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro to keep Mayor Carlo DeMaria’s longevity pay at $2,500 per year. “In government, you have to compromise; I believe my ordinance does just that,” said DiPierro. “The current individual serving as mayor has 28 consecutive years of service to this community.” The proposed East of Broadway project encountered staunch resistance during the recent public hearing held by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. It would feature a pedestrian footbridge, a 999-seat events center, 20,000 square feet of retail space and a parking garage for 2,900 vehicles, as well as the possibility of three hotels and seven restaurants. 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THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Page 9 E Club Annual Meeting January 10 at EHS and on Zoom The E Club wishes to invite the public to its annual meeting on zoom and in person at Everett High School at 6PM on Tuesday, January 10. Those who are not part of the board are welcome to voice their thoughts on how The E Club can improve efforts to raise money for student athlete scholarships. Marie Chalusena Sylvain, the fi rst Haitian female Everett police offi cer, is shown being pinned by Malden Police Offi cer Walky Joseph during the city hall ceremony in July. REVIEW | FROM PAGE 8 Mayor Carlo DeMaria’s defamation lawsuit fi led on October 7, 2021, two stories in Sept. of 2021 prior to the primary election claiming Everett City Clerk Sergio Cornelio made accusations that the mayor extorted him after partnering in a commercial property deal, Cornelio has testifi ed to the contrary. A judge ruled that the lawsuit can expand back to 2017 when Philbin bought the newspaper. The Everett City Council on Monday appointed Darren Costa – replacing former Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro. The School Committee voted not to extend the superintendent’s contract to 2026 during their meeting on Tuesday at Everett High School. “I love my job,” Superintendent of Schools Priya Tahiliani said. “I am respectfully requesting that you vote tonight to approve my extension.” July Councillor-at-Large Irene Cardillo addressed some allegations made about her character during Monday’s council meeting at City Hall. “Last meeting, two weeks ago, I was caught off guard very hurt and upset,” Cardillo said during a point of personal privilege. “I don’t like bullies – I was bullied.” Planning Board members on Tuesday considered development proposals that could result in hundreds of new housing units being built in Everett. The proposals include tearing down an existing residential structure and detached garage at 52 School St. and building a fi ve-story 71,035-squarefoot residential building. This structure would contain 55 residential units, 31 parking spaces and accessible open space The applicant is proposing that nine of the units be designated as aff ordable housing. Everett High School Athletic Director Tammy Turner has been named a 2022 Commonwealth Heroine by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW). Turner was nominated by State Representative Joe McGonagle for her service to Everett athletics and the community at large, as well as for being a great role model for women and girls everywhere. City councillors voted to install a bench in honor of former City Clerk and Common Council Member Michael Matarazzo during Monday’s meeting at City Hall. Councillor-at-Large Richard Dell Isola, who grew up on the same street as Matarazzo, said the late city clerk was friends with all of the council members. The City Council members voted 7-3 to reappoint City Clerk Sergio Cornelio to a fi veyear term during Monday’s Special Meeting at City Hall. Originally scheduled to be held in executive session, the decision came after a 7-3 vote to go back to the City Council fl oor. In his ongoing eff ort to clean up the city’s “doorstep” along the Boston/Everett city line, Mayor Carlo DeMaria this week expressed his support for future development at Constellation Energy’s 43acre Mystic Generating Station property at 173 Alford St., Boston, which would complement the Encore Boston Harbor site with the possibility of such additions as hotels and restaurants to Bio-Tech startups and Life Science companies. “We have local zoning already in place that is designed to prevent new development that would be as objectionable as what is there currently,” DeMaria said. August Attorneys from the law fi rm of Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP representing Mayor Carlo DeMaria won approval from the Middlesex Superior Court Judge Sarah Weyland Ellis on Aug. 18, 2022, to allow the expansion of the lawsuit against the owner and reporter of the Everett Leader-Herald newspaper, including City Clerk Sergio Cornelio and Andrew Philbin, Sr. The complaint points to Resnek’s admissions under oath that he, on behalf of REVIEW | SEE PAGE 10 10% Off Senior Discount! SNOW BLOWER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS Pickup/Delivery Available 1039 BROADWAY, REVERE WWW.BIKERSOUTFITTER.COM Broadway Office Space For Lease Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? Call Dennis at (857) 249-7882 for details. Prime Broadway Location, 1,500 Sq. Ft. with conference Room, Lobby/Waiting Area, and Kitchen. Ideal for Law or Tax Office. Call Matt at (617) 699-0887
Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 REVIEW | FROM PAGE 9 the Leader Herald Defendants fabricated defamatory articles about Mayor DeMaria accusing him of criminal conduct, knowing that they had no basis in fact and were, indeed, “fiction” and “BS.” State Representative Joe McGonagle is out and about campaigning for reelection ahead of primary day, which is Tuesday, September 6. “It’s great to be out here seeing our community and letting them know I want to continue to fight for them on Beacon Hill,” said McGonagle. The Everett Public Schools (EPS) will open its doors to students for the first day of 20222023 on Wednesday, August 31, as administrators and educators look forward to an academic calendar free from the restrictions, apprehension and caution that have characterized much of the past two school years. “Anticipation for the start of any school year is sky high,” said Superintendent of Schools Priya Tahiliani. State Senator Sal DiDomenico joined his colleagues and community leaders for the signing of The CROWN Act by Governor Charlie Baker in his State House office. Special guests included Mya and Deanna Cook – the sisters who were the inspiration for this legislation that prohibits the denial of employment and educational opportunities in places of work, schools and school-related organizations because of hair texture or protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks and twists, used by people by color. MBTA officials on Wednesday announced a dramatic move that they said would lead to improved “service, safety and reliability” on one of its most heavily used transit lines. Riders are being encouraged to work from home during this historic, unprecedented 30-day total shutdown of the MBTA’s Orange Line as the agency moves to address long overdue maintenance. The MBTA announced the shutdown beginning at approximately 9 p.m. on Friday, August 19 through September 18, with service resuming on Monday, September 19. On Monday, August 1, Rep. Joe McGonagle, along with his colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature, passed An Act regulating sports wagering – authorizing and regulating sports betting in the Commonwealth. The legislation authorizes the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to grant in-person licenses at gaming establishments, including casinos, racetracks and simulcast facilities, as well as mobile licenses through mobile applications or digital platforms. Dennis Lynch, former Albert Parlin School principal, will lead Everett High School this academic year. He previously served as a probation officer for several years. State Rep. Joseph McGonagle celebrated his State Primary victory at his home on Tuesday night. He defeated challenger Guerline Alcy by 636 votes and will now face Councillor-at-Large Michael Marchese, an Independent, in the November election. During Wednesday’s School Committee meeting at Everett High School, the School Committee voted 5-4 to send a letter to the City Council recommending that the former Pope John XXIII High School be converted into a space for the Everett Public Schools. Superintendent of Schools Priya Tahiliani said she views this property as ideal; however, she added that it must be a collaborative decision. During Monday’s meeting at City Hall, City Councillors recommended favorable action EXPERIENCED SNOW PLOW DRIVER FOR DRIVEWAYS $40. PER HOUR PLEASE CALL: 781-521-9927 for the administration to provide an update on the disposition on the former Pope John HS site and suggested councillors take a walk through the former school. October On September 28, State Senator Sal DiDomenico was invited to the first White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health in over 50 years. During the summit, President Joe Biden announced an ambitious goal of eliminating hunger and tackling diet-related and preventable diseases in the United States by 2030. Senator DiDomenico has prioritized expanding access to nutritious food and combatting food insecurity for the entirety of his Senate career and has helped create food and nutrition programs in Massachusetts that are now being pointed to as ideas the rest of the country should adopt. “I was honored to be invited to join leaders from across the country for this historic White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health,” said Senator DiDomenico, who is Assistant Majority Leader of the Massachusetts Senate. Two architects who asked to appear before the City Council and school administrators appeared before Tuesday’s City Council meeting at City Hall. Architect Frank Tedesco, principal of Mount Vernon Group Architects, estimated rehabilitation costs would be $76 million, including inflation and soft costs, according to a feasibility study. On Saturday, October 8, Mass Badge hosted a Black-Tie Gala at the Seaport Hotel in Boston to commemorate the organization’s 25th Anniversary. State Representative Joseph McGonagle presented the organization with a special citation for their momentous occasion. On October 12, Mayor Katjana Ballantyne hosted Senator DiDomenico, Representatives McGonagle and Ryan, along with dozens of elected officials and agency staff, to celebrate collective efforts to protect coastal cities along Greater Boston’s Mystic River from sea level rise and extreme coastal storms. Senator DiDomenico worked with Representatives McGonagle and Ryan, along with other state legislators from the Mystic Watershed communities, to secure millions of dollars in bonding authority to support the development of these critical coastal resilience projects. November The School Committee voted 6-4 to notify the superintendent in writing before December 1 whether or not it plans to commence negotiations for a successor agreement with the Superintendent during Monday’s School Committee meeting at Everett High School. School Committee Chairperson Jeanne Cristiano, who represents Ward 3, read a memorandum received from Attorney Robert Galvin, Esq. to the School Committee dated Monday – “I’m offering this memorandum that the committee has the discussion and that the committee should have written notice that it wishes to have contract negotiations,” Galvin wrote. Like nearly every district across the state, the Everett Public Schools Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment (MCAS) results took a dive between 2019 and last year, 2021, the first testing administered during the pandemic. While some showed some improvement during this past year’s 2022 MCAS, Everett schools did not, and in some grade levels actually declined from 2021 to 2022. The School Committee voted 7-1 to approve a settlement agreement between the Everett Public Schools and the SEIU, a custodian union, during Monday’s School Committee meeting at Everett High School. Ward 2 School Committee Member Jason Marcus suggested that a two percent raise over a three-year term wasn’t enough to live on. Out of 22,564 registered voters, 8,232 ballots were cast, resulting in a 36.48 percent voter turnout during Tuesday’s State General Election. State Representative Joseph McGonagle topped the ticket with an impressive landslide victory with 4,629 to 1,946 votes over his opponent, Michael Marchese, an Everett Councillor-at-Large. Recently, an Everett Youth Commission board member and local pastor received The President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, signed by President Joseph Biden. Pastor Chaplain Myreille Daniel said she was the only Everett resident to receive this prestigious honor in 2022. A public hearing on a free petition, in accordance with Section 8-1 of the Everett City Charter, requesting a five-year moratorium on new housing developments in the city greater than three families and strict enforcement of current city ordinances regarding building and conversation of one-, twoand three-family properties was discussed at length during Tuesday’s Special City Council meeting at City Hall. The city’s Land Use Attorney, Jonathan Silverstein, said he suspects if the five-year moratorium was challenged, it would be successful. December Councillors voted 10-0 to adopt the minimal residential factor in setting the city’s Fiscal 2023 tax rate during Monday’s Special City Council meeting at City Hall. The council set the residential factor at $11.78 for residential and $25.36 for commercial, industrial and personal properties, effective January 1, according to Chief Financial Officer Eric Demas. Everett Leader Herald former photographer and newspaper layout designer James “Jim” Mahoney met with attorneys for Mayor Carlo DeMaria on Dec. 16, 2022, at the Boston law offices of Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP to provide testimony in the ongoing lawsuit. Mahoney, who worked for the newspaper under the direction of corrupt editor Joshua Resnek and owner Matthew Philbin, stated under oath that Philbin was truly in charge of the newspaper’s content from cover to cover during the years he worked from February 2020 to July 2022. Approximately 44 people attended Tuesday’s virtual meeting to assess the feasibility, utility and cost of extending the Silver Line into Everett. According to MassDOT Project Manager Doug Johnson, out of 141 panelists, they were least likely to use Alternative 1 to Malden Center by Ferry Street; Alternative 2 – Wellington by Route 16 and Sullivan by Broadway; and most likely to use Alternative 3 from Chelsea to Sullivan. The School Committee approved Superintendent Priya Tahiliani’s evaluation, 9-0 (with Mayor Carlo DeMaria abstaining from voting), during Monday’s School Committee meeting at Everett High School. During public comment, Lynn Street resident Nancy Cianchetta, who doesn’t support an extension of the superintendent’s contract beyond June of next year, said residents have always been unified, but she hasn’t felt that the city has been a community recently. A longtime former top Everett school administrator is now expected to go to trial early in 2023 on a series of charges, following a court action Friday. Three former female employees of the Everett Public Schools delivered impact statements in court on Friday, accusing Fred Foresteire of being involved in inappropriate acts while they were working for the Everett Public Schools, where he was the Superintendent at the time.
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Page 11 Meet the 2022 Everett High School Crimson Tide Varsity Ice Hockey Cheerleaders T By Tara Vocino he Everett High School Crimson Tide Varsity Ice Hockey Cheerleaders introduced themselves at Allied Veterans Skating Rink during a REEM hockey game (Revere, Malden, Mystic Valley and Everett High Schools) against the Lynn Jets last Wednesday night. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Sophomores, pictured from left to right: Mae Kelley and Mia Oliva. Crimson Tide Cheerleaders: back row: Shaeendra Hall, Joselin Diaz Luarca, Mae Kelley, Jacqueline Machado, Ritchelmia (Mia) Auguste, Maria Mores, Ella Hickey-Schultz, Nyla-Nhi Nguyen, Alessandra Foster, Alexa Hall and Head Coach Holly Garcia; front row: Alyssa Parziale, Emma Longmore, Mia Oliva, Captain Aline Silva, Captain Rebecca Hickey-Schultz, Kirtsy Hall, Woodjanna Tondreau and Grisnel Pen. Sisters, pictured from left to right: Kirtsy Hall and Alexa Hall. Co-Captains, pictured from left to right: Aline Silva and Rebecca Hickey-Shultz. Juniors, pictured from left to right: back row: Emma Longmore, Alyssa Parziale, Ritchelmia (Mia) Auguste, Maria Moraes and Alessandra Foster; front row: Kirtsy Hall, Captain Rebecca Hickey-Schultz and Woodjanna Tondreau. Not pictured: junior Pietra Bertolazzi. Freshmen, pictured from left to right: Alexa Hall, Grisnel Pen and Shaeendra Hall during last Wednesday’s REEM ice hockey game against the Lynn Jets. Sisters Ella Hickey-Shultz and Rebecca Hickey-Shultzю. The Crimson Tide cheerleaders performed their routine on the bleachers. Cousins, pictured from left to right: Kirtsy, Alexa and Shaeendra Hall. Seniors, pictured from left to right: Joselin Diaz Luarca, Jacqueline Machado, Captain Aline Silva, Nyla-Nhi Nguyen and Ella Hickey-Schultz.
Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 New A Very, Very Happy New Year filled with Best Wishes & Many Thanks EVERETT PRIDE Continues in 2023 Wife, Stacy, and children, Caroline, Carlo III, and Alexandra We always look forward to this time of year to let you know how much we value your friendship and loyal support. Hers hoping all of your year brings much happiness and good times to you and your loved ones. Happy ear! State Senator Sal DiDomenico & Family Ward 5 School Committee chool Committee Marcony Almeida Barros Mayor Carlo DeMaria Thank you so much for your loyal support! Wishing Everyone a Prosperous & Joyous 2023 H p a Year! y p
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Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Tide boys’ basketball goes back to the drawing board after two losses in BABC Tournament After this week’s learning experience, Everett gets ready for the home opener against Chelsea Tuesday night Tide junior Cleevance Erilus moves the ball up court during the Crimson’s Tide’s tournament game with BC High Tuesday. Everett High Head Coach Stanley Chamblain looks on during Everett’s tough loss to BC High during the winter tournament on Tuesday at Boston’s Cathedral High School. Everett’s Head basketball coach Stanley Chamblain looks on as Senior Kevin Ruiz is at the line for two. Everett’s Cleevance Erilus goes up for a basket. Everett’s Steven Cordero works to keep control of the ball as BC defenders close in. Everett’s Head basketball coach Stanley Chamblain signals his players from courtside on Tuesday. Everett Kevin Ruiz goes up for a basket as a guard from BC High School moves in from behind. By Joe McConnell A fter this week’s results in the annual BABC (Boston Amateur Basketball Club) Winter Tournament at Cathedral High School, Everett High School boys’ basketball coach Stanley Chamblain has a lot of teaching points for his young team to learn in practice, before the Greater Boston League (GBL) schedule resumes next week against Chelsea in the home opener Tuesday night (Jan. 3), starting at 7 p.m. The Crimson Tide (2-3) first lost to Boston College High Everett’s Kevin Ruiz does up for the basket for the Crimson Tide during their tournament game with BC High School. Everett’s David De Souza drives the ball past an Eagle defender. School in a blowout that began the two-day tournament on Dec. 27, and then Jeremiah Burke pinned an 82-53 loss on them the next day. The Burke encounter was a much more competitive battle well into the third quarter until Everett’s Boston counterpart started to pull away later in the game. “We have grown a lot in the early going, but there’s still more growth that needs to be made,” Chamblain said. “We have hit a wall, but now we have to find a way to break through it. We’re still a young team with only three players on the roster that have any Lian Santos Do Rosario of Everett moves the ball up court while looking for an open teammate. type of varsity experience before this year. “We have to learn to be more consistent, and also learn to take a punch, while learning how to punch right back, when the going gets tough in games,” the coach added. Kevin Ruiz paced the offensive attack against Burke with 17 points. He was Everett’s only double-digit scorer in this game. David De Souza led the team in scoring against the Eagles in the tourney opener with 10 points. But a couple of young stars, junior Cleevance Erilus and sophomore Jaden Hill, stepped Everett’s David De Souza moves the ball up court. (Advocate photos by Emily Harney) up this week with promising performances. Erilus had nine points against Burke, while playing at a high level on defense, and Hill, one of Chamblain’s developing young players, also enjoyed a good game with five rebounds, three steals and nine points. Chamblain remarked that his team has to get back to playing Everett basketball that emphasizes intense defense, which dictates the team’s running offense. “Right now, we have become a stagnant offense that stands around waiting to take a good shot,” he said. “We can’t look back at these two games. We have to look ahead to the new year, and our upcoming league games. We don’t want that sour feeling and that feeling of emptiness to linger, so we can get back to our brand of basketball, when the calendar flips to 2023.” After the aforementioned home opener against Chelsea on Tuesday night, the Tide will hit the road to take on Lynn Classical on Thursday night, before returning to the friendly confines of Everett High School to play host to Lynn English, one of the state’s top teams, on Tuesday, Jan. 10. All three games will begin at 7 p.m.
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Page 15 Meet the 2022 EHS Crimson Tide Co-Op REEM Varsity Ice Hockey Team T last Wednesday night. he REEM varsity ice hockey team (Revere, Malden, Mystic Valley Regional Charter and Everett high schools) played against the Lynn Jets, which they won 10-1, at Allied Veterans Skating Rink Co-Captains, pictured from left to right: Lucas Deguire (Mystic Valley), David Saia (Everett High School), Chris Cecca (Revere High School), Riya Tanizaki (Mystic Valley) and Jake Simpson (Malden High School) during last Wednesday’s REEM varsity ice hockey game against the Lynn Jets at Allied Veterans Skating Rink. Led by coaches, pictured from left to right: Kirk Toomajian, Ryan Cerrato, Jamie Chambers, and Head Coach Craig Richards. Missing from photo is Jaime Branzel. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Players who attend Revere High School, pictured from left to right: Ollie Svenson, Austin Annunziata, Chris Cecca, Frankie Annunziata, Matt Lacroix and Michael Schovanec. Players who attend Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, pictured from left to right: Riley Constantine, Vishant Chawla, Michael Brandano, Ryia Tanizaki, Jonathan Brandano, Liam Thompson, Lucas Deguire, and Sophia Leung. Players who attend Everett High School, pictured from left to right: Jacob Cantone, David Saia, Andrew Crasco, Cam Couto and Ben Saia. Players who attend Malden High School, pictured from left to right: Aaron Al-Marayati, Jacky Summer, Jake Simpson and Ben Rosa. Seniors, pictured from left to right: Michael Schovanec (Revere High School), David Saia (Everett High School), Austin Annunziata (Revere High School), Chris Cecca (Revere High School), Riya Tanizaki (Mystic Valley) and Cam Couto (Everett High). Tide girls’ basketball team trips up Medford for second win Everett then falls to malden in a competitive league battle By Joe McConnell T he Everett High School girls’ basketball team, coached by Riley Dunn, are 2-1 after beating Medford, 45-41, in a tough and physical game. Kayley Rossi paced the offensive attack with 13 points and six assists against the Mustangs. Nehemie Lucien was close behind with 12 points. The Crimson Tide then dropped a 53-39 decision to Malden. Kaesta Sandy collected 10 points and 10 rebounds to lead her teammates on the floor. Japhnie Pierre chipped in with 11 points and six boards. “It was a tough game,” said Dunn. “ The score doesn’t do this game justice. We fought hard. A lot of players had to step up and fill new roles, so I am proud of them for accepting the challenge and trying their best.” The Everett girls took on host Lawrence on Dec. 28 (after press deadline) to close out the 2022 portion of their schedule. They will then remain on the road to face league rival Chelsea on Tuesday, Jan. 3, beginning at 4 p.m.
Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Tide boys’ hockey team grounds the Jets again Everett begins 2023 with two road games next week against Somerville, East bridgewater By Joe McConnell P laying just once almost every seven days in the early going is certainly not taking its toll on the Everett High School boys hockey team (21), but they know the schedule will get more demanding as the calendar flips to a new year with at least two games every week throughout the remainder of the season. With that said, the Crimson Tide understands they have to be ready for every challenge on the ice, and so for the second time in three weeks they dominated the Lynn Jets, this time to the tune of 13-1 in the home opener at Everett last Wednesday, Dec. 21. They bested Lynn the first time around, 8-1. The Everett boys also took on host Medford, and were quite competitive against them, before dropping a 7-4 decision. The local sextet actually led after two, 4-3. “It’s been a little tough on them only playing once a week, but we keep the practices fast-paced using a lot of game situations to maintain their sharpness,” said coach Craig Richards. “They know what’s at stake, and the importance of staying focused, while Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced writers Keith Regan and Matt Murphy who introduce each article in their own clever and inimitable way. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages. com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call continues a series on highlighting the bills that were approved by the Legislature in 2022 and signed into law by Gov. Charlie Baker. $350 MILLION FOR ROADS AND BRIDGES AND MORE (H 4638) House 155-0, Senate 38-0, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law a $350 million package that includes authorizing $200 million in one-time funding for the maintenance and repair of local roads and bridges in cities and towns across the state to be distributed under the Chapter 90 program formula. Thepackage, a bond bill under which the funding would be borrowed by the state through the sale of bonds, also includes $150 million to pay for bus lanes, improvement of public transit, electric vehicles and other state transportation projects. “Chapter 90 provides vital road improvement funding to our communities,” said Sen. John Keenan, the Senate vice-chair of the Transportation Committee. “It is my hope that we will get to the point where we can provide a greater amount in a multi-year appropriation so that municipalities, big and small, will be able to more effectively plan.” Many local officials across the state continue to advocate for additional money to increase the funding and argue that the cost of repairing roads has increased by up to 40 percent while the state has kept this funding flat at $200 million for the past 11 years. (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes Yes ELECTION LAW CHANGES (S 2924) House 126-29,Senate 37-3, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law a bill making permanent the mail-in and early voting options used in Massachusetts in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The measure requires the secretary of state to send out mailin ballot applications, with return postage guaranteed, to registered voters before each presidential primary, state primary and biennial state election. It also allows registered voters to request a mail-in ballot for all elections in a single calendar year. Other provisions include reducing the registration blackout period from 20 days prior to an election to 10 days; electronic voting options for voters with disabilities and military service members; allowing a voter with disabilities to request accommodations including an accessible electronic ballot application, ballot and voter affidavit that can be submitted electronically; ensuring that non-felons who are incarcerated Craig Richards Head Coach just playing one game a week.” The Tide came out flying against Lynn last week to take a 5-0 lead after one period. They scored four more times and are currently eligible to vote are provided with voting information and materials to exercise their right to vote; and requiring the secretary of state to conduct a comprehensive public awareness campaign to publicize the new voting and registration options. “I’m proud to see the [bill] pass in the House and make its way to the governor’s desk,” said Sen. Barry Finegold (D-Andover), Senate Chair of the Committee on Election Laws and the co-sponsor of the bill. “When more people participate in voting, democracy wins.” “As a general rule, we should be promoting voting in person and on Election Day,” said Paul Craney, spokesperson for the Mass Fiscal Alliance. “Anytime a voter loses control of their ballot before it’s given to an election official, it’s possible it could be lost or altered. The Postal Service cannot guarantee a 100 percent delivery rate.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Sen. Sal DiDomenico $11.3 BILLION TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE PACKAGE (H 5151) House 153-0, Senate 39-0, approved and the governor signed an $11.3 billion transportation and infrastructure package that includes $1.375 billion for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) modernization and $1.27 billion for non-federally aided roads and bridges. Other provisions include $114 million for airport improvements; $25 million for municipal road pavement improvements; $20 million for municipalities under the Complete Streets Funding Program; $25.5 million for the Mobility Assistance Program; mandating the MBTA to establish a 3-year safety improvement plan with measurable safety objectives; and directing the MBTA to contract with an independent third-party auditor to conduct annual safety audits. “This transportation bond bill Yes Yes in the middle stanza to seal the deal. Freshman Ben Saia of Everett scored his first career varsity goal in this contest. His brother David, a senior on the squad, helped paced the attack with two lamplighters. Revere senior Austin Annuziata also chipped in with two markers. Junior Liam Thompson of Mystic Valley notched his first score of the season. Mystic Valley sophomore Sophia Leung, and Everett seniors Michael Schovanec and Cam Couto stood out on defense for the locals against the Jets, according to Richards. Malden junior backup goalie provides Massachusetts with the key to unlock once-in-a-generation federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,” said Sen. Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn), the Senate chair of the Committee on Transportation. “With these combined state and federal investments, we will be able to complete vital work on our highways, roads, bridges and public transportation systems, improving mobility for all residents of the commonwealth.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes Yes SOLDIERS’ HOMES OVERSIGHT (H 5106) House 153-0, Senate 40-0, approved and Gov. Baker signed a bill that would make major changes to the oversight and governance structure of the state’s veterans’ homes in Holyoke and Chelsea. The proposal follows the deaths of 77 veteran residents in 2020 as a result of a COVID-19 outbreak at the Holyoke facility. A key provision would elevate the Department of Veterans Services to a cabinet-level executive office with direct reporting to the governor and the ability to hire and fire the homes’ superintendents Other provisions include requiring superintendents of the two soldiers’ homes to be licensed as nursing home administrators and that they oversee day-to-day management and operation of the homes; requiring two annual home inspections by the Department of Health; creating an independent Office of the Veteran Advocate; maintaining local Board of Trustees and creating a statewide advisory Veterans’ Home Council. “This legislation contains important improvements that will benefit the men and women who have served our nation and will reside at our commonwealth’s Veterans’ Homes for the years to come,” said Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield), Senate Chair of the Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs.“At the same time, Aaron Al-Marayati took over for starter Ben Rosa, a Malden sophomore, in the second and third periods, and came up with 10 saves. Rosa stopped eight first-period shots. “We have shown up for every game so far this year, and know we can’t take anybody lightly,” said Richards. The Everett co-op team will now head to Somerville on Jan. 4 to face the Highlanders, beginning at 5:30 p.m. They will then face non-league host East Bridgewater on Saturday, Jan. 7, at the same time, as the schedule begins to heat up in 2023. we know that this work must continue. The working group established will allow us to have oversight over this implementation, to identify what we need to improve on further, and to continue to work to ensure that the tragedy that took place at the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home never happens again.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes Yes BENEFITS FOR MILITARY FAMILIES (S 3075) House 153-0, Senate 39-0, approved and Gov. Baker signed legislation that would support military families who relocate to the Bay State by providing career stability for the spouses of service members and education for their children. Provisions include making it easier for military personnel and their spouses who move to the Bay State to get a Massachusetts professional license, if their job requires one, so that they can continue their civilian careers and provide for their families without interruption; requiring the Commissioner of Education to issue a military spouse a valid certificate for teaching if he or she holds a valid teaching license from another state; allowing children of military members to register and enroll in a school district at the same time it is open to the general population by waiving the proof of residency requirement until the student actually begins school; creating a purple-star campus designation for certain schools that are military-kid friendly and show a major commitment to students and families connected to the nation’s military; and requiring that a child or spouse of an active-duty service member in Massachusetts continue to pay the in-state, less expensive tuition rate at state universities even if the service member is assigned to move out of the state. BEACON | SEE PAGE 18
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Page 17 OBITUARIES Donna A. (Zackular) Sordillo es, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Relatives and friends were O f Everett, entered into eternal rest at home on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 after a brief illness. She was 73 years old. Born in Everett Donna lived in Everett for most of her life. Beloved wife of Arthur A. Sordillo for over 51 years. Loving daughter of the late Arthur E. and Jean D. (Fitzgerald) Zackular. Dear and devoted mother of Matthew M. Sordillo and Aylesse D. Sordillo of Everett. Dear sister of Jay R. Zackular and his wife, Joy of N. Reading, Jill E. Gioioso, and her husband, Daniel of Saugus, Jeanne M. Cristiano and her husband, John of Everett and the late Arthur E.; Joseph G.; and Jon F. Zackular. Also surviving are several niecrespectfully invited to attend Donna’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett, Monday, Dec. 26. Her funeral was held from the funeral home on Tuesday followed by a funeral Mass in Blessed Mother of the Morning Star Parish, Our Lady of Grace, Everett-Chelsea. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Donna’s memory to Good Shepherd Community Care, 160 Wells Ave. Newton, MA 02459 would be sincerely appreciated James T. Brennan bilitation Center. He was 78 years old. Jim was born in Medford and resided in Everett for most of his life. He was the former proprietor of Beach Supply Company, Revere for many years. Beloved husband of the late Patricia E (McDonough). Dear son of the late Lucille (Rose) and James Brennan. Dear and devoted father of James M. Brennan and his wife, Cynthia of Wilmington and Bridget Aprile and her husband, Christopher of Billerica. Brother of Lucille Cacciatore and her husband, Joseph of Plaistow, NH and the late Paul and Dennis Brennan. Loving grandfather of Christopher, Meghan Murphy, and Caitlin Aprile. Relatives and friends were O f Everett.Entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 19, 2022 in the Woburn Nursing and Reharespectfully invited to attend Jim’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) Everett, Thursday, Dec. 29. A funeral home service will be held on Friday, at 10:30 a.m. Interment with U.S Air Force Military Honors will follow at the Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers, contributions in James’ memory to the Alzheimers Association, 309 Waverley Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452 would be sincerely appreciated. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam Conflict and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant. Michael Patrick Barresi late Conception Church, Revere on Wednesday, December 28.Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett, MA. A Celebration of Michael’s Life was held after the Services at the Saugus Elks, Saugus, MA. All Family and Friends join to remember Mike. OBITUARIES | SEE PAGE 20 O f Hamden, CT.Formerly of Saugus and Revere, passed away on December 16, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline (Lindner) Barresi and their daughter, Brielle. Beloved son of Salvatore “Sal” and Eileen (Sheehan) Barresi, Jr of Saugus. Brother of Salvatore III and his wife Kelly of Saugus, Paul Barresi of Saugus and Brian Barresi of Everett. Uncle of Julia, Erin, Joshua, Matthew and Leah Barresi. Michael is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at the Immacu
Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday January 17, 2023 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. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: 28 Cedar Street. Map/Lot: B-01-000136 Person Requesting: Mr. Cleomar Batista 4 Wilder Road. Leominster, MA 01453 PROPOSAL: To demolish the existing structures on the property and construct a Four (4) Story Six (6) unit Residential Structure Reason for Denial: The proposed use as a Six (6) unit building is not permitted is this Zoning District Permit was denied in accordance with the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance Appendix A as follows: Violations: • A Six (6) unit residential use is not permitted • The frontage for the lot is only 41’-9” in length. • The total side yard setback is only 14’-8”. • The FAR (floor area ratio) for the proposed use is 1.32. where 0.5 is the limit • Parking shown on the lot only indicates 10 spaces where 12 spaces are required. • There are several parking spaces that are undersized (less than 9’ x 18’) Zoning Ordinance: 1) Section 4 Dwelling Districts (a) Uses quoted below (a) Uses. Within any dwelling district as indicated on the zoning map, no building, structure or premises shall be used and no building or structure shall be erected which is intended or designed to be used in whole or in part for any industry, trade, manufacturing, or commercial purposes, of for other than the following specified purposes: (1) A single or double semi-detached dwelling existing at the time of the first enactment of, the Zoning Ordinance may be converted to provide not more than a total of three (3) dwelling units provided that the following standards are met: Any addition shall comply with the front, side and rear yard requirements and height limitations of the Zoning Ordinance. Where the existing building is already non-conforming, any alteration shall not increase the existing non-conformity. Parking in accordance with this Zoning Ordinance shall be provided for any additional dwelling units. (Ord. of 4-29-91) 2) Section 4 Dwelling districts b) Dimensional Requirements 2) line C Quoted below C. All other uses--------------0.5 maximum floor area ratio (Ord. of 6-29-87; Ord. of 4-29-91; Ord. of 7/16/2002; Ord. of 11/13/2007) 3) Section 4 Dwelling Districts b) Dimensional Requirements 1) Frontage which states the following: Frontage: a. 50 (Fifty) Feet minimum Residential lots in existence prior to the passage of this ordinance shall be exempt from The frontage requirement in this ordinance for a period of five (5) years from the date of passage of this ordinance, but shall conform to the requirements in effect prior to passage of this ordinance (Note: 30 feet Minimum) (Ord. of 6-29-87; Ord. of 7/16/2002 Ord. 11/13/2007) 4) Section 4 Dwelling Districts b) Dimensional Requirements line 6 which states the following: Side Yard: a. Four (4) feet minimum with a total of sixteen (16) feet 5) Section 17 Off-street parking paragraph A line 2 which states the following: A. 2 spaces per dwelling unit Off-street parking facilities shall be provided in accordance with the requirements as outlined below. Where the Term “gross square feet” is used, it shall mean the total occupiable floor area measured within the exterior walls of the building. (Original Ord. Of 2-26-1965, 6-29-87) 2. Multi Family Dwellings 6) Section 17 Off-street parking line K which states the following: (K)Parking facilities shall be designed so that no vehicles shall be parked nearer to any street lines than the minimum specified building setback for the Zoning District in which the parking facility is located. [in this case the front yard set back is a minimum of 10 feet per Section 4 Dwelling Districts b) Dimensional requirements] 7) Section 17 Off-street parking line I which states the following: Each required car space shall be not less than 9 feet in width and 18 feet in length exclusive of drives and maneuvering space, and the total area of any parking facility for more than five (5) cars shall average two hundred seventy-five (275) square feet per car. No driveways or curb cuts shall exceed thirty (30) feet in width. (Ord. 01-046/2001) MARY GERACE- Chairman ROBERTA SUPPA - Clerk of Board of Appeals December 30, 2022, January 6, 2023 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 “The Legislature has made veterans’ issues a priority from the start of the session,” said Rep. Paul McMurtry (D-Dedham), House Chair of the Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs. “It’s a great honor to chair the Veterans Committee and bring a great deal of pride to the House as we continue the commonwealth’s long history of recognizing veterans and their families.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Sen. Sal DiDomenico ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL SEVERAL LEGISLATORS DECLINE TO COMMENT ON THEIR BILLS SHIPPED OF TO STUDY COMMITTEES AND ESSENTIALLY DEFEATED. Here are five bills that were shipped off to a study committee where bills are rarely actually studied and are essentially defeated. It is a way to kill a proposal without holding a vote on the bill itself. The sponsoring representative of each bill did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on why they sponsored the measure, how they feel about their proposal essentially being defeated and whether they plan to refile the bill in 2023. HATE CRIME (H 2443) – Adds an “attack on a police officer which results in serious injury or death” to the definition of a hate crime in Massachusetts. Current law defines a hate crime as any criminal act “coupled with overt actions motivated by bigotry and bias including, but not limited to, a threatened, attempted or completed overt act motivated at least in part by racial, religious, ethnic, handicap, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation prejudice, or which otherwise deprives another person of his constitutional rights by threats, intimidation or coercion, or which seeks to interfere with or disrupt a person’s exercise of constitutional rights through harassment or intimidation.” Supporters say that the recent increase in attacks on police officers across the nation is outrageous and that attacks on police officers who risk their lives every day should be a special protected class under the state’s hate crime law. Sponsor Rep. David DeCoste (R-Norwell) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on his bill. FALSE MARINE DISTRESS CALLS (H 2458) – Requires the Massachusetts Secretary of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security and the Attorney General to establish regulations setting a penalty schedule for individuals making false marine distress calls. The penalties must include reimbursements by individuals making the false call of the costs incurred by the responding state agencies. Supporters say that these false calls can cost the state thousands of dollars and also tie up emergency response teams that could be responding to real distress calls. Sponsor Rep. Ann-Margaret Ferrante (D-Gloucester) did not respond to repeated requests by BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 Yes Yes
THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on her bill. LICENSING OF SECURITY ELIGIBLE DESIGNATED BENEFICIARY I f you are a disabled or chronically ill individual or you are not more than 10 years younger than the deceased IRA owner or 401(k) plan participant, you can establish an Inherited IRA account in the name of the deceased account owner with you listed as the beneficiary. Sometimes this type of account is referred to as a Benefi ciary IRA account. If the account owner dies prior to the RBD (Required Beginning Date), the date at which RMD’s (Required Minimum Distributions) commence, then the annual RMD’s going forward for the benefi ciary of the IRA account will be based upon his or her own life expectancy. Distributions must begin no later than December 31st the year following the year of death. Furthermore, the benefi ciary may withdraw any amount at any time as long as the entire balance in the IRA account is withdrawn by December 31st year following the GUARDS (H 3798) – Requires security guards and watchmen to be licensed by the state. Supporters say under current state law, there is no such thing as a security guard or watchman license. They note that guards and watchmen are regulated through their Massachusetts security employer which is offi cially called a Watch Guard Patrol Agency. Sponsor Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa (D-Northampton) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on her bill. EMERGENCY THERMAL BLANof to age 75 in calendar year 2033. When the account owner dies prior to the RBD, a non-eligible benefi ciary of an IRA account or 401(k) account, such as a child in the typical situation, may withdraw the monies in the account at any time as long as the entire balance is withdrawn by December 31st of the 10TH year folof the 10th date of death of the original IRA account owner. If the IRA account owner or 401(k) participant dies after the Required Beginning Date, the annual RMD’s going forward are based upon the benefi ciary’s age and life expectancy or the age and life expectancy of the deceased original account owner, whichever is longer. Distributions from the Inherited IRA account must begin no later than December 31st the year following the year of death of the original account owner. In this situation, the 10 year rule does not apply. A surviving spouse can simply roll the IRA account or 401(k) account of the deceased spouse into a Spousal IRA account and not have to take RMD’s until age 72. The RMD’s will be based upon his or her own life expectancy. The Secure Act 2.0, which is part of the most recent spending bill passed by Congress, extends the Required Beginning date to age 73 commencing in calendar year 2023. It will be increased lowing the account owner’s date of death. If the account owner dies after the RBD, the annual RMD’s are based upon the child’s age and life expectancy or the age and life expectancy of the account owner, whichever is longer, but the entire balance in the account must be distributed by December 31st of the 10th year following the date of death of the account owner. Distributions must begin no later than December 31st of the year followof ing the date of death of the original account owner. These new RMD rules prevent children of the IRA or 401(k) account owner from “stretching” distributions over their life expectancy. A $500,000 IRA, for example, would have to be cashed out at the rate of $50,000 per year resulting in much higher income taxes over a much shorter period of time, not allowing for the account to grow tax deferred over the life expectancy of the child. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a master’s degree in taxation. KETS (H 3885) – Requires all emergency response vehicles, including ambulances, fi re apparatus, police vehicles and disaster vehicles, to be equipped with emergency thermal blankets—an aluminum fi lm blanket typically used to treat shock or hypothermia by retaining body warmth and preventing heat loss. Supporters say that these blankets are invaluable and have saved many lives. Sponsor Rep. Gerard Cassidy (D-Brockton) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on his bill. QUOTABLE QUOTES “The Hanover High School girls’ soccer team outnumbered the representatives present in Monday morning’s House session, as the House churned through mostly local matters.” ---From the State House News Service on the very light attendance at a recent House session. The Hanover soccer team was being honored asMassachusetts Interscholastic Athletic AssociaPage 19 tion (MIAA) Division 3 Girls’ Soccer Champions. “All we want this holiday season is to return what is rightfully yours. You better watch out; you better not cry. You better not pout; we’re telling you why. Just give us a call today.” ---State Treasurer Deb Goldberg announcing the release of the latest group of names that have been added to the state’s list of unclaimed property owners. See the list and possibly claim your money at www.fi ndmassmoney.com or call 888-344MASS (6277). “This comprehensive support of clean energy solutions in transportation and our existing buildings will lead to a healthier and more sustainable future for the commonwealth. Delivering the reliable benefi ts of clean energy to Massachusetts residents has been the impetus behind our decarbonization work, and I’m thrilled we can make this lasting investment.” ---Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito announcing funding totaling over $100 million to state entities for programs focused on climate readiness and reaching the state’s 2030 and 2050 decarbonization goals. “Homeowners need to be able to count on mortgage companies to provide them with accurate information and take required steps to help prevent foreclosures. Our offi ce is committed to protecting consumers and helping people stay in their homes.” ---Attorney General/Governor-elect Maura Healey on her offi ce’s success in requiring RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation to pay $975,000 and change its business practices to resolve allegations that the company failed to make required efforts to help homeowners avoid foreclosure and engaged in other unfair debt collection and mortgage servicing practices. “Safe and stable housing for individuals with behavioral health conditions and who are vulnerable to chronic health issues is a crucial step toward recovery. The Housing First model removes what is a signifi cant barrier for individuals with complex health needs to receive much needed support and services.” ---Health and Human Services Secretary Marylou Sudders announcing $9 million to expand access for temporary low-threshold permanent housing and support services for adults experiencing homelessness, substance use disorder, co-occurring illness, mental health conditions or are at risk for or living with HIV. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and briefl ength of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. BEACON | SEE PAGE 20 From all of us at Carpenito Real Estate... 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com
Page 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 30, 2022 Clean-Outs! We take and dispose from cellars, attics, garages, yards, etc. We also do demolition. Best Prices Call: 781-593-5308 781-321-2499 OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 17 Santa (Berlinghieri) Cifala O f Everett passed away peacefully on December 22, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Giuseppe Cifala. Loving mother of Philip Cifala, Antonia and her husband Michael Rizzo, Nancy and her husband Mark Denning and Sal and his wife Betty Cifala. Cherished grandmother of Stephanie, Kathryn, Sarah, Joseph and his wife Arianna, Gabriella and Gianna. Great-grandmother of Wyatt and Evelyn. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours at the Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Homeon Monday, December 26.Funeral was on Tuesday, December 27th at the funeral home, followed by a Funeral Mass in Immaculate Conception Church, Everett. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 During the week of December 19-23, the House met for a total of 49 minutes and the Senate met for a total of one hour and fi ve minutes. MON.DEC. 19 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:25 a.m. Senate 11:15 a.m. to 11:42 a.m. TUES. DEC. 20 No House session No Senate session WED.DEC. 21 No House session No Senate session THURS. DEC. 22 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:28 a.m. Senate 11:25 a.m. to 12:03 p.m. FRI.DEC. 23 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA 1. On Dec. 30, 1809, in Boston, a law was passed forbidding what headwear at balls? 2. What kind of fi sh is Nemo? 3. “Yule-hole” means a belt hole you must make or move to after you have eaten/drank too much over the holidays; this word is native to what country: Australia, Scotland or USA? 4. In December 2022, Joel Strasser of Idaho achieved what Guinness World Record for decorating his beard? 5. On Dec. 31, 2007, what project was completed in Boston? 6. Where on New Year’s Eve is there offi cial confetti with personalized messages from around the world? 7. What holiday do Pastafarians of the Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster celebrate? 8. In 2022, Coca-Cola suspended operations in what country? 9. On Jan. 1, 1902, the L Street Brownies swim club began where in South Boston? 10. What Scottish poet wrote “Auld Lang Syne”? 11. On Jan. 2, 1893, what famous abolitionist (who once lived in New Bedford and Lynn) spoke at the dedication of the Haitian Pavilion at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago? 12. Why was Bluetooth named after Harald Bluetooth, the 900s Viking King of Denmark? 13. On Jan. 3, 1920, the Red Sox sold Babe Ruth to what team? 14. According to Guinness World Records, a picture of soccer star Lionel Messi doing what recently became the most liked Instagram post? 15. Ralph Waldo Emerson stated, “The ornament of a house is the friends who frequent it” – what author used that line to adorn his fi replace in Hartford, Conn.? 16. How many sides does a snowfl ake have? 17. January 4 is National Trivia Day; what game involving trivia debuted in 1981? 18. Do polar bears hibernate? 19. In the World Cup, how many goals did host Qatar score over its three losses? 20. On Jan. 5, 1949, President Harry Truman’s State of the Union address recommended the “Fair Deal,” referencing what program package of his predecessor, Franklin D. Roosevelt? ANSWERS 1. Masks (Masquerade balls were considered bad for morals.) 2. Clownfish 3. Scotland (according to Scottish National Dictionary) 4. The most Christmas baubles in a beard (710) 5. The Big Dig 6. Times Square in NYC 7. “Holiday” (around the time of Hanukah, Kwanzaa and Christmas) 8. Russia 9. Carson Beach 10. Robert Burns 11. Frederick Douglass 12. He was known for bringing together parts of Denmark and Norway, and developing the technology brought some companies together. 13. The Yankees 14. Lifting the World Cup 15. Mark Twain 16. Six 17. Trivial Pursuit 18. No 19. One 20. The New Deal
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