THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2020 Page 15 Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen A message from Bob Katzen, Publisher of Beacon Hill Roll Call: Join me Sunday nights between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. as we jump in my time capsule and go back to the simpler days of the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s for my talk show “The Bob Katzen Baby Boomer and Gen X Fun and Nostalgia Show.” My fi rst guest in 2021 will be Jordan Rich, beloved WBZ Boston radio personality, national voice-over artist, mobile disc jockey, emcee, philanthropist, all-around good guy and a mensch, to boot—on Sunday, January 3 at 7 p.m. Jordan, also well-known for his support and work on behalf of many charities, will talk about his new book “ON AIR: My 50Year Love Aff air with Radio.” Jordan currently hosts a podcast at www.jordanrich. com and is co-owner with Ken Carberry of Chart Productions, an iconic Boston-based audio-video production company. His book is available on Amazon. All proceeds from the sales of the book benefi t Boston Children’s Hospital—one of Jordan’s favorite charities. There are many ways you can listen to the show from anywhere in the world: If you have a smart speaker, simply say, “Play WMEX on RADIO.COM” HILL ROLL | SEE PAGE 19 Mayor distributes reusable, washable masks to Everett residents M ayor Carlo DeMaria is proud to announce that the city recently mailed masks to Everett residents to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Each resident will be receiving a reusable mask with the city of Everett’s “E” logo printed on it. “It is important that we are all being safe during these uncertain times,” said DeMaria. “I am truly grateful for all the sacrifi ces our community has made throughout the year and these masks are a small token of my gratitude. We need to continue to fi ght this virus and stay safe. I hope residents will wear these masks with pride.” The mask includes a QRC code printed on the inside that can be scanned by using a smartphone camera. Once this code is scanned, residents will be brought to the COVID-19 resources section of the City of Everett’s website. For residents who did not receive a mask or for residents who would like additional masks, please email your name, address and phone number to mask@ci.everett.ma.us. Further instructions will be provided upon receipt of the email. Additional masks will be distributed while supplies last. Reusable, washable masks with the City of Everett’s logo were recently mailed out to Everett’s residents. (Photo Courtesy of the City of Everett) Dell Isola returns to City Council O By Christopher Roberson ne year after narrowly losing his bid for reelection, Councillor-at-Large Richard Dell Isola is offi cially back in the saddle, fi lling the seat of former Councillor-at-Large Peter Napolitano. Dell Isola said he was not bitter despite losing the 2019 General Election by just 121 votes. “It happens; you regroup,” he said. “It was good to be away; it was good to have a break from it.” Prior to the election, Dell Isola had served eight years on the BONUS | FROM PAGE 1 DiPierro said he appreciates DeMaria’s persistence in getting the additional funds for Everett. “Even when he was told the answer was no, it did not stop him from lobbying Governor Baker and further making the case that Everett needs the additional help,” said DiPierro. “In government, relationships matter and this is what leadership looks like. These funds will be used to further assist residents need2020 | FROM PAGE 14 tally sent the $471,140 back to City Hall, Tahiliani requested to have those funds returned to the district. “I feel that this is premature – the schools are not open yet,” said City Council President Rosa council and was elected president in January 2019. Therefore, when he was asked to rejoin the body, Dell Isola jumped at the chance. “I missed being involved with the city,” he said. In addition, Dell Isola said he has been watching the council meetings and was not concerned about being brought back up to speed. “I’ll just jump right back into it,” he said. “I’m here; I’m not going anywhere.” He lauded the council and Mayor Carlo DeMaria for their ing rental and mortgage assistance…and continue the fi ght against food insecurity in our community.” School Committee Vice Chairman Frank Parker also praised DeMaria for not backing down. “I applaud the mayor and his administration for their relentlessness in pursuing this funding after being told no,” he said. “We should all consistently advocate for funds we believe that we deserve – no matter how many times we get the Heisman – DiFlorio during the December 21 meeting. “The schools knew they had that extra money and they returned it.” Erin Devaney, DeMaria’s chief of staff , said the mayor never rejected the School Department’s refund request. “It’s still a matter that is under active considresponse to the COVID-19 pandemic. “No one could’ve trained for this; everything’s new to us,” he said. However, Dell Isola said he is optimistic going into the New Year, adding that there should be a noticeable improvement by next summer. “People will be able to go out without being scared,” he said. Going forward, Dell Isola said, his priority will be to make Everett’s residents feel safe once again. “We’re all in this together,” he said. “Hopefully, it’ll be a better year.” that benefi t those we serve.” Ward 1 Councillor Fred Capone said the funding will surely be beneficial as residents and business owners continue to experience the fi nancial brunt of COVID-19. “We, as a community, have tremendous needs, among them food insecurity and rental and mortgage assistance,” he said. “We cannot forget to help bolster our small, local businesses that are struggling to survive during this ongoing pandemic.” eration,” she said. In addition, Chief Financial Offi cer Eric Demas said the district’s investment plan was still being reviewed. Therefore, he said, the $471,140 would remain in the City of Everett’s free cash account until a decision is made.
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