Malden ADVOCATE Vol. 29, No. 1 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday Malden hosts first annual Menorah Lighting 617-387-2200 Friday, January 3, 2020 Looking back at 2019: Malden Year in Review By Barbara Taormina M Pictured are Ward 2 School Committee Member Rob McCarthy, Ward 7 School Committee Member– Elect Michelle Bucci Luong, Ward 3 School Committee Member Jennifer Spadafora, School Committee Vice Chair Leonard Iovino, Ward 5 School Committee Member–Elect Adam Weldai and Ward 6 School Committee Member–Elect Joseph Brown with City Councillors-at-Large Stephen Winslow and Craig Spadafora, Ward 6 Councillor David Camell and Ward 3 Councillor–Elect Amanda Linehan. Event organizers Lori and Alyssa Ardai are also shown with Mayor Gary Christenson. See page 13 for story and photo highlights. (Advocate Photo by Tara Vocino) Some highs and lows from the 2019 election By Barbara Taormina will represent Ward 7. Amanda Linehan won a narM alden’s biggest political story of 2019 was, of course, the city election. Although there were campaigns with new faces and fresh ideas, 2019 was a year for incumbents. All elected officials who ran for reelection won new terms. Still, there were some changes. Tara Beardsley, Catherine Bordonaro and Colleen Leon stepped down from the School Committee, leaving three open seats. Adam Weldai was elected to represent Ward 5, Joseph Gray will be the new School Committee member for Ward 6 and Michelle Luong row 31-vote victory over Community Preservation Committee Chair Juliane Orsino in the race for the Ward 3 City Council seat left open by John Matheson, who challenged Mayor Gary Christenson in the mayoral race. According to one seasoned political observer, longtime incumbent John Froio, who represents Ward 8 on the School Committee, and challenger Rachel Running set the standard for municipal elections with competitive and respectful campaigns. It was a classy race. The mayoral contest bealden Center and the new city hall are nearly tween Christenson and Matheson was not. Each candidate offered a twisted version of the other’s record topped off with desperate-sounding accusations. Christenson said Matheson failed to show leadership on the redevelopment of Malden Hospital and claimed he accomplished nothing meaningful during his eight years on the City Council. Matheson said the mayor had a record of sweetheart deals with developers and suggested Christenson’s support for residential projects showed a disregard for the city’s low-income residents. 2019 ELECTION | SEE PAGE 4 finished. Water mains are being replaced, roads have been repaired and repaved and safety upgrades to the treacherous intersection at Fellsway East and Highland Avenue are in progress. The city took steps to address broader challenges, such as regional transportation, residential development and the need for affordable housing. Malden also began to expand its appreciation of diversity into strategies for inclusion with discussions about racial equity and with plans for translation services to engage residents who do not speak English in local government. For Malden, 2019 was a busy year with a lot of news. However, the following stories seemed to stand out because of their impact on the community and their potential to shape 2020. MaldenCORE Malden Community Organizing for Racial Equity, MaldenCORE, brought the issue of racial equity in city institutions, particularly in city schools, to the forefront this year. The volunteer group, which was formed in 2017 to carry on the dialog that began with the city’s Unity N’ Community forum, held several rallies over the summer to call for hiring more teachers and staff of color, more antiracism training for the school district’s teachers and staff and more support for students who are victims of discrimination. MaldenCORE’s rallies gave students an opportunity to share individual experiences of racism and to describe the effect of never having a class with a teacher from the same racial, ethnic or cultural background. The group raised awareness about the racial disparity beREVIEW | SEE PAGE 10 Members and supporters of Malden Community Organizing for Racial Equity (MaldenCORE) rally for racial equity in Malden Public Schools.
Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Public invited to 2020 Inaugural Celebration T he City of Malden is pleased to announce that the 2020 Inaugural Ceremonies will take place on Monday, January 6 at 6 p.m. at Malden High School’s Jenkins Auditorium (77 Salem St.). Members of the public are invited to witness Mayor Gary Christenson and City Council and School Committee members as they are sworn into office. There will also be an opportunity to recognize outgoing members who have served the community. The Malden High School Choral Arts Society, the Malden High School Band and Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy will be among the performers at the event. DPW picking up Christmas trees until Jan. 10 T he City of Malden will provide curbside pick-up of Christmas trees the week of January 6 through January 10. Trees should be placed curbside on your regular trash day. Since the trees will be recycled for composting and will be put through a chipping machine, they must be free of decorations, garland, tinsel and wire and cannot be dine drink gather TONIGHT Friday, January 3 at 9 PM FREDDIE G placed in a plastic bag. Malden residents may also bring trees to the DPW (356 Commercial St.) Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. No wreaths will be picked up. For more information, please contact the DPW at 781-3977160 or email lsanderson@cityofmalden.org. enjo y Saturday, January 4 at 7 PM DOS MELONS New Year, New Beginning By Charles A. Harrington H appy New Year! Perhaps it would be better to wish people a “Healthy new year” – if our lives are healthy, they should be healthy. Without having good health, nothing else matters. At the start of a new year, many of us make resolutions. Our intentions are good, but the resolutions usually do not last long. One resolution may be to learn something new; others may resolve to remove something in their lives that is not doing them any good; some may resolve to lose weight. Losing weight reminds me of my co-worker friend, Eleanor, who came into work one night and announced, “I have to lose 25 pounds. I am now on a strict diet.” That night, we had a retirement, as is the custom; a large rum cake was served. Eleanor walked in line to get her piece of cake, when a co-worker yelled, “You can’t have any rum cake; you are on a strict diet.” Eleanor looked at him seriously and said, “The hell with it, I’ll start my diet tomorrow.” Resolutions take willpower, as well as sacrifice; the Bible tells us, “the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Most of our resolutions fall by the wayside because they usually entail just too much work and effort on our part; after a short time, we find ourselves back in our old pattern or attitude, and we are soon back to our old behavior and bad habits. One thing that we should all strive for in the New Year, or any time for that matter, is to spend time to exercise. A recent study found that people who exercised for just 15 minutes after doing mental work – like working in an office every day – ate fewer calories. “Exercise has the ability to increase fuel source in the body that may signal to the brain,” the report said. Although many of us do not work in an office, doing any kind of exercise is always helpful to our well-being. Working out regularly might prevent depression, according to another study published recently. Researchers looked at 10 years of data and found that women who were meeting the current guidelines for exercise – two hours and 30 minutes a week of moderate-intensity exercise – reported about 50 percent fewer depressive symptoms that women who didn’t exercise as much. For more than a decade, researchers have connected exercise to better brain health over time; it was also pointed out that just a single session of exercise can improve memory retention in the hours that follow. Attitude plays an important part; follow a healthy lifestyle, eat nutritious foods, exercise, drink plenty of water, develop a sense of curiosity, try new things and surround yourself with positive people, be open to human and laughter, even if you have to laugh at yourself. I like what “Dear Abby” says in her annual message to readers: “Just for today: I will refrain from improving anybody but myself … I will do something positive to improve my health. If I’m a smoker, I’ll quit. If I am overweight, I will eat healthfully – if only just for today. And not only that, I will get off the couch and take a brisk walk, even if it’s only around the block.” A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step; and only you can take that first step. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 3 “Malden: Today, Tomorrow and Yesterday” – Destination Malden: 1955 SNOW BLOWER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS Pickup/Delivery Available 781-289-6466 AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE Malden Square in the 1950s during the Christmas/Holiday season. (Courtesy Photo) By Peter F. Levine A glimpse of Malden 64 years ago (1955) Package stores were plentiful: Leo L. Lyons Package Goods Store, Inc. at 297 Pleasant St., Mount Beverage Company, Inc. at 834 Main St., Pleasant Liquor Company, Inc. at 224 Pleasant St., Salem Street Package Goods Store at 904 Salem St. Little League action: Vaughn Moscone, the “lanky portsider” for the Senators, pitched a no-hitter at Roosevelt Park against the Athletics but lost to “Smilin’” Jack Pagliccia, the A’s left handed control artist, 1-0. Kotzen’s Furniture has 10 cubic feet Norge Refrigerators for $22.95. For your “Kosher Meat, Poultry, and Deli” needs there was Glick Company Inc. at 243 Bryant St. “It is said in Malden....” • That more than 100 16 mm Sound Films will be available for circulation at the Malden Public Library for the season beginning Sept 1955 thru May 1956. • That Joseph’s Card Shop in Malden Square is installing air-conditioning • That Walter T. Mullaney of Maplewood (deceased six years now), a State House employee, has been handling the publicity for the amateur benefit softball game at Roosevelt Park tomorrow night between the Caggiano All Stars and the Mass Girls State Champs. Coming events: June 17 – Belmont Hill Teen-Age Club Semi Formal Record Hop – Belmont School at 8. The Malden City Club in the Suburban Twi-League boasts former Brooklyn Dodgers farmhand Buddy DeMott, former Malden High School star Frank Adorn catching, and 16-yearold Butch Berlandi at second base. Birthdays today in Malden (Thursday, June 16): Roswell Robinson of 60 Appleton St. (79), investment banker and trustee – born in Malden in 1876; Mrs. Elizabeth Dixon, longtime Malden resident and “home maker” of 119 Salem St. (67), born in Providence, R.I., in 1888. • Fifty years ago today in Malden (June 16, 1905): Samuel Ward, 9, of 230 Main St., drowned in the Malden River. • Twenty-five years ago today (in Malden on June 16, 1930): Mrs. Emma Fall Schofield and Sen. Lewis monthly open office hours – Jan. 10 S tate Senator Jason Lewis will host his monthly open office hours on Friday, January 10 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the Malden Senior Center (7 Washington St., Malden). All residents are encouraged to drop in to speak with him and raise any concerns that they would like. Those who are unable to attend should feel free to contact Senator Lewis’s office at (617) 722-1206 to arrange a meeting. • Family Dentistry • Crowns • Bridges • Veneers/Lumineers • Dental Implants • All on 4 Dental Implants • Emergency Dentist • Kid Friendly Dentist • Root Canals • Dentures • Invisalign Braces • Snap On Smile • Teeth Whitening Miss Anne May Killion receive their Master’s degrees from Boston University. • Ten years ago today in Malden (June 16, 1945): Sydney D. Shattuck, husband of the founder of Old & New Women’s Club, succumbs to a heart attack. Deja vu (“all over again”): All night parking on certain streets will not be allowed by the Traffic Commission. Police Captain Joseph B. Henry, Commission Chairman, has notified the Board of Aldermen in a letter. Alderman Paul Hallisey would ask the Commission to initiate a stamp program which would entitle motorists to park on certain streets at night by paying a MALDEN: TODAY | SEE PAGE 16 505 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Tel: 617-387-1120 www.gkdental.com We are the smile care experts for your entire family Get Your Vehicle Winter Ready! OIL CHANGE SPECIAL Up to 5 Quarts of Oil (Most Vehicles) Includes FREE Brake Inspection & Safety Check Only $24.95 DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! 2011 FORD F-150 CREW CAB Platinum Package, 4X4, Loaded, Every Option, Clean Title, Only 99K Miles, Trades Welcome! PRICE REDUCED! $18,500 Easy Financing Available! '13 DODGE DURANGO SXT 4X4, Most Power; includes Moon Roof, Premium Sound System, Back-up Camera, 3rd Row Seating, Tow Pkg., Clean Title, Only 92K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $14,500 781-321-8841 1236 Eastern Ave • Malden EddiesAutotech.com We Pay Cash For Your Vehicle! In House Dental Plan for $399 (Cleanings, X-Rays, Exams twice a year and 20% OFF Dental work) Schedule your FREE Consultations today
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Christenson, who outraised and outspent Matheson, began his campaign with $37,862 and took in $58,725 in contributions. Matheson reported $40,053 in campaign funds, including $19,000 of his own money. The total spent by both campaigns was $136,640, including $56,000 that Christenson paid to consultants. While that may not be excessive by 2019 standards, it should have been enough to give the city a better race that might have brought out more than the 27 percent of the hook. It is okay not to feel cheerful all the time. Reach out. Being alone and lonely are not the same thing, but if you are feeling particularly isolated, please seek out your community. Book clubs, activity groups in your building, senior centers, volunteering and civic or religious organizations are good places to start. Broaden your friendships. Do not abandon healthy habits. Be kind to your body and mind by maintaining your self-care practices. Eat well and get plenty of sleep. Take a breather. Make some time for yourself. Even if you spend plenty of time on your own, dedicating time to spend on yourself will help you return to yourself. Seek professional help if you need it. You might find it city’s registered voters who made it to the polls. Most candidates for seats on the City Council raised and spent moderate amounts of money on their campaigns. The top spender was Linehan, who took in $12,141 in contributions and spent $9,728 on her campaign for the Ward 3 seat. Incumbent Stephen Winslow reported $8,946 in campaign receipts and $8,069 in spending, significantly more than the other candidates in the Councillor At Large race. Like Christenson, Linehan and Winslow spent a significant amount on campaign consultants and professional services. And like Christenson, Linehan and Winslow won. Still, campaign costs for consultants in local and even ward races raises the question of what and how much it takes to run for office in Malden. 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Malden Youth Soccer President Jason Hamelin questioned Najmi’s citizenship. “This deserves a call to the FBI. Could be a sleeper cell,” said Hamelin. Former City Councillor Neil Kinnon, who had been talking online with Najmi, told Hamelin his questions about citizenship were valid. Murphy, who joined many in Malden in condemning the racist comments, stressed that diversity and inclusiveness are basic tenets of her platform and fundamental principles of the community. The Malden branch of Our Revolution, a loose-knit political organization that supports progressive candidates and causes, helped shape the elec2019 ELECTION | SEE PAGE 16 http://www.sabatino-ins.com SABATINO 564 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-7466 Hours of Operation are: Mondays - Fridays 9am to 5pm Saturdays by appointment only Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 5 “NEA Big Read 2020” kickoff celebration activities on Jan. 11 Malden’s offerings for families in 2020. This is a free event. Malden Historic Library Tour – 2:30 p.m.: Take a tour through the historic wing of the Malden Public Library and discover the treasures hidden in the stacks, the stunning architecture and the amazing art collection in the Converse Memorial Building. Constructed in 1883–85, this wing of the Malden Public Library has limited public access, so we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to see this historical building up close and learn about its history and treasures! This is a free event and will last for about an hour. To reserve your spot, call the library at 781-324-0218. Be sure to cancel in advance if you cannot make it, as there is a limit of 25 people for the tour. First Day to Check Out 2020 Book Selections: Come see the library display on its opening day and be the first to check out the 2020 main book selection, “Fahrenheit 451,” in English and BIG READ | SEE PAGE 6 True Story Theater is an improv group that uses audience participation to act out stories and themes. This special ticketed event will cap off the kickoff celebration for the “NEA Big Read: Malden” on January 11. “M alden Reads: One City, One Book” presents the “NEA Big Read 2020” kickoff celebration on Saturday, January 11, 2020. There will be a variety of activities offered throughout the day and evening to promote reading and celebrate community for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Big Read: Malden, featuring the main book selection “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury. The Travelling Poetry Emporium is one of the many featured activities at the free Opening Celebration for the “NEA Big Read: Malden.” Get an original poem typed just for you on the spot! Afternoon events at the Malden Public Library Family Movie – 2:00 p.m.: Bring the kids to see the family movie “Abominable” at the Malden Public Library beginning at 2:00 p.m. This animated family movie follows three teenagers on a quest to return a Yeti to his home on Mt. Everest. The film is rated PG and is 97 minutes long. Pick up information and find out more about the NEA Big Read: A FULL SERVICE REAL ESTATE GROUP Commercial Sales and Leasing Residential Home Sales Real Estate Consulting Apartment Rentals Real Estate Auctions Business Brokerage Personal Property Appraisals Mass Licensed Auctioneer The 2020 book selection for the “NEA Big Read: Malden” is “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury. 560 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 | 617-512-5712 | sam@broadwayRE.com ADRIANA RESNICK DOMENICA RIGGIO SAM RESNICK
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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 7 22nd Annual Triple Threat Trivia Fundraiser returns on Jan. 23 Start Your Weekend at the Marina Dance Party! Friday, January 3 at 9 PM Dance to the Hits with DJ BIG RICK Saturday, January 4 at 9 PM Singer & Musician BILLY PEZZULO MONDAY'S SHUCK! $1.00 Oysters Book your next Function with us! Free Parking • Water Views Call 781-629-3798 SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET Only $19.95 / 11am-2pm Featuring Al Whitney Jazz Band BOOK YOUR NEXT FUNCTION WITH US * GIFT CARDS AMPLE FREE www.marinaatthewharf.com 543 North Shore Rd. Revere 781-629-3798 PARKING AMAZING WATER VIEWS We Now Offer For Your Eating Pleasure “UBER EATS” Convenient Delivery Service Bianchi’s Pizza and Renzo’s Full Menu To Go ~ Renzo’s Entertainment Schedule ~ * Thursday: Smokin Joe * Friday: Joey Canzano Saturday: Tommy Bahama * Sunday, 3 p.m. : DJ George Entertainment Wed. Thru Sat. 7:30 p.m. 381 Revere Beach Blvd., Revere 781-284-5600 Like us G et in the Game! Join the Malden Public Library for the 22nd Annual Triple Threat Trivia Fundraiser on Thursday, January 23, 2020, at Anthony’s of Malden for a night of competitive fun. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. and trivia questions begin at 6:30 p.m. Tables cost $360 for a table of 10 players, and if you sign up by Dec. 13 at 6 p.m., you will receive one bonus point toward your final score. You may sign up until January 16, 2020, or until tables sell out. Call 781-324-0218 or email Jean at jslavkovsky@maldenpubliclibrary.org for more information. on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Golden Tornado Club hosts 33rd By Steve Freker Y ou could say that the biennial (don’t call it biannual!) Golden Tornado Club Hall of Fame banquet is like one of those vintage record stores. Call it the “Skippy White’s” of Malden High sports. In any given year, when the Hall convenes at the Malden Moose on Broadway, you can be witness to visits to the storied past as well as revel in some of the not so long ago tales of Tornado lore... and some really great stuff from the present. Above all, those who attend get to relive some of the greatest hits from the book of Malden High School athletics. The doors swung open recently once again when the 33rd Hall of Fame banquet and ceremony was held at the Malden Moose Hall with a packed house of nearly 300 in attendance. Eight former Malden High standout athletes, spanning history from the 1950s to the 2000s, were inducted, as well as the winningest baseball team in Golden Tornadoes history. Bob McVicar was preSPORTS | SEE PAGE 9 annual Hall of Fame banquet HALL OF FAMER SPEAKS— New inductee Chelsea Choate, Class of 2006, delivers some remarks at the Hall of Fame dinner. Courtesy Photo/Golden Tornado Club. STUDENT-ATHLETES OF TODAY— A group of present-day Malden High School student-athletes were special guests of honor at the Hall of Fame banquet. Courtesy Photo/Golden Tornado Club. GREETINGS FROM THE MALDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS— Superintendent of Schools John Oteri was on hand to congratulate the newest inductees at the Hall of Fame banquet. Courtesy Photo/Golden Tornado Club.
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 9 ACCEPTANCE SPEECH— Class of 1972 standout and Hall of Fame inductee John Willcox accepts his honors at the Hall of Fame banquet. Courtesy Photo/ Golden Tornado Club NEWEST INDUCTEES— The 2019 Golden Tornado Hall of Fame Class includes, from left, Mike DeMartino, Wiston Jeune, Bob McVicar, John Willcox, Chelsea Choate, Helen Nordquist, Krystle O'Brien, Shawn Miller, Kevin O'Neill, Peter Donoghue, Rich Griffin and Marcello Silva. Courtesy Photo/Golden Tornado Club. SPORTS | FROM PAGE 8 SOFTBALL REUNION— All the former high school women athletes in the audience came together to take a photo with Class of 1950 inductee Helen Nordquist. Courtesy Photo/Golden Tornado Club sented the 2019 Distinguished Service Award, and two Malden High educators were honored with Peter Donoghue Memorial Golden Eagle Awards. Malden Mayor Gary Christenson, himself a Hall of Fame member, delivered greetings from the City of Malden and stayed for the entire dinner and induction ceremony. Superintendent of Schools John Oteri was on hand to congratulate all the inductees and honorees on behalf of the Malden Public Schools. Inducted into the Hall of Fame with the “Class of 2019” were: • Helen Nordquist, a threesport standout who later starred for the Rockford Peaches, the well-known professional women’s baseball team portrayed in the motion picture “A League of Their Own” (Class of 1950) • John Willcox (football, basketball and baseball), best known for starring as a running back in the fall seasons (Class of 1972) • Michael DeMartino (football and wrestling), one of the winningest wrestlers in Golden Tornadoes history, who later went on to win two NCAA National Championships in judo (Class of 1998) • Chelsea Choate, a threesport standout best known for her softball exploits (Class of 2006) • Wiston Jeune (football and basketball), a hard-hitting defensive back who later played for nationally-known Division 1 University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) (Class of 2006) • Krystle O’Brien (basketball, softball), a steady scorer and ballhandler regarded as one of the best basketball performers of the decade in which she played (Class of 2006) • Matt McCarthy (wrestling), SPORTS | SEE PAGE 17 WE WORK FOR YOU! * Have your car repaired by Real Manufacturer Certiified Technicians * An I-CAR GOLD CLASS SHOP Highest Certificate in the Repair Industry * Premier Insurance Co. Collision Repair Shop for Geico, Liberty Mutual, Metlife, Progressive and more! * Over 30 Years of putting families back on the Road Safe & Fast! * ATLAS Stands Behind All Repairs with a Limited Lifetime Warranty 1605 North Shore Road, Revere * 781-284-1200 Visit us at: www.AtlasAutobody.com or call (781) 284-1200 to schedule your appointment today!
Page 10 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 REVIEW | FROM PAGE 1 tween Malden’s teachers, 89 percent of whom are white and the city’s students, roughly 67 percent of whom are Asian, African American and Hispanic. Superintendent John Oteri has been working to address racial inequity through recruiting and hiring more teachers, administrators and staff of color and through trainings, programs and grants designed to promote more diversity among school staff. However, Oteri and MaldenCORE members said it takes time to eradicate centuries of institutional racism. Malden Hospital reset For the past five years, Malden residents have been fighting to preserve the 18-acre Malden Hospital site, or at least part of it, for the community. For much of that time, residents found themselves at odds with Fellsmere Housing Group, which had a purchase and sales agreement with the hospital site owners – formerly Hallmark Health, now MelroseWakefield Healthcare – and a plan to build 214 condos, 18 townhouses and 18 single-family homes on the property. But last fall, the outlook for the Malden Hospital site began to shift. In September, MelroseWakefield Healthcare CEO Sue Sandberg announced that the health care organization had ended its relationship with Fellsmere Housing Group and would no longer be pursuing its proposal for the site. “We are evaluating options for future use of the site, and we will re-engage with the community and initiate dialogue as we move forward,” added Sandberg. In October, Rashmi Ramaswamy from the Gateway Initiative Program of Boston Architectural College (BAC) and the Friends of Fellsmere Heights presented a community-focused redevelopment plan for the hospital site that included different economically feasible and sustainable design options based on ideas and input from Malden and Medford residents. The BAC designs included a proposal to renovate the former nurses’ dormitory into a community health center with offices for private practitioners and health care providers next to a gym and fitness center in the old boiler building. And in December, residents who support preserving the hospital site for the community were again encouraged when representatives of Waterville Consulting, which is advising MelroseWakefield Healthcare, held a public meeting on the future of the hospital site. The consultants stressed that community engagement and input are important elements of the process that will decide the future of the land. There are plans for a Malden Hospital Community Advisory Group and more notifications and conversations with abutters to the site. The consultants also acknowledged that neighbors feel dense residential development would be the least Properties that were once home to Malden City Hall and the Malden Police Station are being transformed into a unique 100 percent market rate, mixed-use project on the site where the Malden Government Center complex once stood. Jefferson Apartment Group (JAG) is redeveloping this site into “Jefferson at Malden Center”, a transit-oriented development that will reconnect Malden’s primary retail street—Pleasant Street—with the MBTA Station at Malden Center. The project is a ground up development planned for 320 residential units in two buildings, a 45,000 square foot office condominium shell (to be built out by the City for a new city hall), more than 22,500 square feet of ground floor retail and approximately 330 parking spaces. The two buildings will be connected by a sky bridge. advantageous use due to the strain additional traffic would put on city streets. “Acting as conscientious stewards of the overall land donated by the Converse family is important to the community as we consider both uses and available open space,” they added. Affordable Housing In August, city officials and housing activists joined a group of tenants from 33 Park St. to rally against steep rent increases. Andreas Tsitos of United Properties bought the building at 33 Park St. which has a mix of 36 studio and one-bedroom apartments, last April. Shortly after the sale was final, tenants received notices of rent increases as high as 50 percent. The cost of a studio apartment jumped from $1,000 to $1,500 a month, and many long-term tenants were forced to move. Members of City Life/Vida Urbana, a Boston-based tenants advocacy group, vowed to fight the rent increases. City officials, including Mayor Gary Christenson and Ward 3 Councillor John Matheson, offered to do whatever they could to support the tenants. According to recent listings for units at 33 Park St., a 400 square-foot studio is $1,400 a month, which is $100 better than $1,500 but hardly affordable. Mayor Gary Christenson and ArtLine Board member Naomi Kahn help artist Frank Stella cut the ribbon to his new mural at Malden High School. The Park Street rally focused the community’s attention on the severe need for more affordable housing, and Malden has since taken steps to begin addressing the problem. The city has established an affordable housing trust fund supported by community preservation funds, grants, donations and half of the fees collected from developers to mitigate the impact of new residential buildings. The trust fund will be used to preserve expiring affordable housing units, to convert existing housing into affordable homes and to build new affordable housing with nonprofit partners. A security deposit pilot program, supported by community preservation funds, has also been approved. The program will help families struggling to put together the money to move into a new home. The city is also supporting the Malden Redevelopment Authority’s plan for a study on inclusionary zoning that will require developers to include affordable units as part of any new residential building project. ARTline Last year, ARTline installed The Wonderful World of Ed Emberley mural in the David R. FitzGerald Park on Exchange Street and transformed a public space most residents hardly noticed into an inviting stretch of color and imagination that’s now a destination for both kids and adults. This year, ARTLine’s board of directors upped their game. In June, they unveiled the Canal Street Hub, which features Malden Joyriders, Joe Malesky’s sculpture of cyclists riding along the Northern Strand Community Trail, Colin Selig’s bright blue bench made from an old propane tank and Clay Larsen’s River of Ties mural, which celebrates the city’s railroad corridor and the Malden River. In October, ARTline cut the ribThe city celebrates Jesse Melanson’s Spirit in the Sky mural, a tribute to Malden native Norman Greenbaum and his 1969 hit song. Members of the tenants’ advocacy group City Life/Vida Urbana join residents from 33 Park St. for a rally to protest steep increases in rent. bon for Jesse Melanson’s towering four-story Spirit in the Sky mural on the corner of Exchange REVIEW | SEE PAGE 12
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 11 2020 State Representative Steven Ultrino Paul J. Donato State Representative State Senator Jason Lewis Ward 4 Councillor Ryan O’Malley Malden Trans / Malden Taxi 781-322-5050 Lester & Peggy Morovitz Mayor Gary Christenson & The Citizens of Malden Councillor-At-Large Craig Spadafora Ward 5 Councillor Barbara Murphy School Committee Ward 2 Rob McCarthy Councillor-At-Large Stephen Winslow
Page 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 REVIEW | FROM PAGE 10 and Washington Streets. A tribute to Malden native Norman Greenbaum and his 1969 hit song, “Spirit in the Sky,” the mural shows a hand tossing up a rainbow banner surrounded by musical notes. Last month, ARTLine celebrated a third mural at Malden High designed by Malden native Frank Stella, one of the most influential figures in Modern American art. Stella’s mural lights up a corner of the city with interacting colors, line and shapes. Project organizers have said repeatedly that they are just getting started, and they plan to bring more murals, sculptures and community hubs to spots along the Northern Strand Community Trail to create the city’s ARTLine. They are grateful for the support they’ve received from Malden and the city’s recognition of public art’s value to the community. “We need art,” said board member Candace Julyan. “Art is what brings people together.” Parks and Rec There was good and bad news about city parks in 2019, and a rush of revitalization plans and new proposals for park projects in 2020. Shortly after the election and just before Thanksgiving, city officials presented the final version of the $2.7 million Roosevelt Park Improvement Project with a synthetic turf field. As a compromise with the Salemwood School Community, neighbors and other residents who opposed the artificial turf over health, safety and environmental concerns, the city agreed the field would be built with organic infill, instead of the more common crumb rubber fill. In December, the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA), which is overseeing the project, notified Salemwood School families and neighbors that high levels of lead were found in soil at Roosevelt Park within 12 inches of the ground surface. The outdoor classroom and the infield of the softball field nearest to the school’s field house A mural designed by Malden native Frank Stella, a major player in the development of modern American art, is the latest addition to Malden’s ARTLine. were cited as areas that present a public health risk. The city fenced off the area and announced it will remain closed until the planned renovation of the park is complete. Some in the Salemwood community noted that students have been playing in the contaminated area since the school opened 20 years ago. They feel excavating the site and restoring it with a natural grass field is the safest and most environmentally sound solution to a longstanding environmental injustice. But those who support the artificial turf, including sports organizations that hope it will increase available field time, have said the safest solution is to dig out several feet of contaminated soil and seal any remaining lead under the synthetic grass. Over in Ward 6, the news about Trafton Park was better. In 2018, Councillor-at-Large Stephen Winslow and Ward 6 Councillor David Camell worked with MRA staff and residents in Ward 6 to develop a comprehensive plan for improvements to Trafton Park. In October of this year, the MRA announced it had won a $400,000 state grant to begin Phase 1 of the project, which includes new playground equipment, fencing, trees, benches, a picnic area, new dugouts, a walkway connecting the playground to the park entrances, improvements to the turf on the outfield and a new surface and benches for the dog park. The MRA and the Ward 6 Association have applied for $500,000 to complete Phase 1 of the Trafton Park revitalization project. Trafton Park’s success story triggered a slew of proposals for other park projects and applications for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding. Several projects are starting with planning and design. The Ward 7 Association has asked for $50,000 in CPA funding to develop a comprehensive improvement plan for Kierstead Park, and Jenelle DeVits has asked for $90,000 to develop a master plan for improvements at Devir Park. Kirby Ledvina and the Ward 4 Association have applied for $44,275 in CPA funding to develop a stormwater management system and a master improvement plan for Coytemore Lea park. New fences, landscaping and design work for Patchell Park have been proposed by the Friends of Oak Grove, Inc. (FOOGI), who have asked for $22,000 in CPA money. The Friends of Amerige Park have requested $195,000 in CPA funds for improvements to the park’s tennis courts, updates in fencing benches, signs and the installation of a water foundation. Marijuana in Malden One of the more surprising stories this year has been the community’s pushback against retail marijuana. With zoning regulations and a city ordinance in place, the Malden Cannabis Licensing and Enforcement Commission screened eight applicants for the city’s five available retail cannabis licenses. The commission voted to allow four of the eight to move forward and hold a community outreach meeting, the second step in the city’s fivestep licensing process. During several of those meetMembers of the Salemwood School community protest the city’s decision to move forward with plans for a synthetic turf field at Roosevelt Park. ings, neighbors and members of the community expressed their concerns about the proposed businesses. Some residents objected to locating the dispensaries in densely populated neighborhoods. Others expressed fears that the retail businesses would lead to public use and the increased availability of marijuana to minors. Still others were concerned about a drop in property values, traffic and parking. Mayor Gary Christenson was feted by supporters at a victory party at Anthony’s on Canal Street following his overwhelming victory over challenger Ward 3 Councillor John Matheson. Christenson congratulated his campaign staff on a tremendous victory with hard work and thanked the many voters in attendance for their support. Malden Redevelopment Authority Community Development Director Alex Pratt, Councillor-at-Large Steve Winslow, Ward 6 Councillor David Camell and state Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs Kathleen Theoharides celebrate the $400,000 state grant to support the revitalization of Trafton Park. Residents launched an online petition that calls on the Malden Cannabis Licensing and Enforcement Commission to deny a license to Misty Mountain Shop for a retail marijuana dispensary on Commercial Street. Among the four applicants who now head to the City Council to apply for a special permit, only Standard Naturals, which has proposed a dispensary next to Kappy’s on Route 1, has the general community’s tepid support. Proponents of new cannabis industry have said the community’s fears are unfounded. They stress the businesses will bring a significant stream of new revenue to the city and job opportunities to residents. And they repeatedly point out that a majority of Malden voters, 52 percent, voted in favor of a 2016 ballot question that legalized the recreational use and retail sale of marijuana. At a recent community outreach meeting for Craft Cultivation, which has proposed a cultivation, manufacturing and retail business at 1130 Eastern Ave., Malden Cannabis Licensing and Enforcement Commission Member Jenelle DeVits explained that because Malden voted in favor of recreational and retail marijuana the city is obligated to offer at least five retail licenses, or 20 percent of the city’s liquor licenses. But former City Councillor Neil Kinnon pointed out that there are no time frames or deadlines for the city to meet in issuing those five licenses. Kinnon also said that the density of the retail marijuana business in the city is a concern and suggested that density of any product, whether it’s alcohol, cigarettes, vaping products or marijuana, will lead to increased use.
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 13 First Annual Menorah Lighting draws sizable crowd A By Tara Vocino pproximately 60 people came out at a moment’s notice for Malden’s First Annual Menorah Lighting on Saturday night. “In the Torah, there are seven days in creation,” Rabbi-in-Training Shrhei Citron said. “The seventh candle represents nature.” The background of the holiday and a suggestion to celebrate Hanukkah were given. “The Maccabees stood up for Elected officials and families took a group photograph after the menorah was lit. their right to practice religion when they prevailed against the Syrian Greeks,” Tobin Bridge Chabad Director Rabbi Sruli Baron said. “Take on a resolution this New Year’s – do one small action of goodness and kindness to raise the temperature in the world.” Jewish residents Lori Ardai and Jessica Slavin organized the event in conjunction with the City of Malden, the Malden Public Library and an affiliate of the Tobin Bridge Chabad in Everett. Tobin Bridge Chabad Director Rabbi Sruli Baron asked guests not to be a thermometer – but a thermostat – in setting the temperature by bringing light into the world. (Advocate Photos by Tara Vocino) Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Avraham Baron sets up the menorah with the Sabbath, or day of rest, ending minutes before. Marilyn Andrews thanked the City Council, School Committee and Tobin Bridge Chabad for making the night possible. Mayor Gary Christenson thanked event organizers Lori and Alyssa Ardai and said he hopes the lighting becomes an annual tradition. Approximately 60 people attended the packed First Annual Menorah Lighting on Saturday night. Charlotte Taylor and Drake Smith play with a dreidel inside the library after the menorah lighting. Tobin Bridge Chabad Director Rabbi Sruli Baron lights the seventh candle, which represents nature. Inna Babitskaya translates a poem written by her mother, Svetlana. Ward 5 School Committee Member–Elect Adam Weldai guides Georgia Linehan as she spins a dreidel.
Page 14 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 4th annual Celebrate Sober event at Club 24 Ringing in 2020 MOA-style! Dana Brown opening up the event. D-Jay Scott keeping the night moving. Happy New Year! Everyone ringing in the New Year! Story & photos by Paul Hammersley M alden Overcoming Addiction (MOA) rang in the New Year with their fourth annual Celebrate Sober event at Club 24 in Malden. The sold-out event brought together over a hundred people of all ages to eat, talk, dance and celebrate the New Year alcohol-free. MOA would like to give a huge heartfelt thank you to the many people who make this free night possible. It's the kindhearted and hardworking efforts of so many individuals and businesses within our community that make this event happen. Malden City Councillor Barbara Murphy, once again, generously donated all of the beverages for the water/ juice bar, which she manned all night, along with Marie Brown. Malden Police Chief Kevin Molis stopped by to welcome guests. Food for the event was generously donated by Floramo’s Restaurant, Dockside Restaurants and Bravo Pizza. Desserts were provided by Cataldo Ambulance and MOA memSOBER EVENT | SEE PAGE 15
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 15 Ward 5 Councillor Barbara Murphy and Marie Brown working the water bar. A packed house enjoying the night. President of MOA Paul Hammersley addresses the crowd. Club 24 is the place to be every New Year’s Eve. Marie Brown and Ward 5 Councillor Barbara Murphy. MOA Member Casey Leon along with her son, Brayden. Lisa and Bella Hammersley along with Mary Stathos getting ready to ring in the New Year. Vinnie & Issa happy to be part of Celebrate Sober at Club 24! Mike L sharing some hope. Police Chief Kevin Molis working the water bar. SOBER EVENT | FROM PAGE 14 ber Casey Leon. Cataldo Ambulance also gifted a generous cash donation, which helped make the night possible. The raffle basket donated by MOA Treasurer Domenic DiSario raised much money for the event. The space for this party was kindly donated by Club 24, who allowed MOA use of their entire building, free of charge; to be sure no one would be turned away. Parking for the event was provided by Saint Joseph’s Church. This night would also not have been possible without the many amazing volunteers who checked tickets, set up tables, decorated, served food and so much more. MOA established this event to support those in any stage of recovery on what can be a difficult night for folks. MOA hopes that this event helps to reduce stigma for those seeking a sober night of celebration and also provides a fun, safe and family-friendly night to remember. It is their hope that this and similar events can help those not only in recovery, but all people young and old see that there is always plenty of fun to be had when you Celebrate Sober. Julie, dancing the night away.
Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Happy New Year! Carpenito Real Estate Would like to wish everyone a Happy, Healthy & Blessed New Year! New Year - New Home! Call us, we’ll help you do what we do best!! 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com ~ Legal Notice ~ NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage dated November 20, 2017 given by 852-854 Salem Street LLC to Steven A. Ross, Trustee of Salem Street Lending Trust u/d/t dated November 16, 2017, said mortgage recorded with Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 70273, Page 552 and amended by an Amendment of Mortgage dated May 2, 2019 recorded with Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 72571, Page 436, and which mortgage the undersigned is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 11:00 A.M. on the 14th day of January, 2020 at 852-854 Salem St., Malden, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage. To wit: Property Address: 852-854 Salem Street, Malden MA 02148 The land with the buildings thereon, situated on Salem Street, in the part of Malden, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, called Maplewood, and bounded and described as follows: SOUTHERLY by Salem Street, by two lines measuring respectively, 61.62 feet and 10.04 feet; WESTERLY by North Milton Street, 115 feet; NORTHERLY by land now or formerly of George Abbott, 75.74 feet and EASTERLY by land now or formerly of S.B. Wadsworth, 115 feet. Said premises now contain 7,659 square feet more or less. There is excepted from above conveyance so much of said premises as was taken by the City of Malden for the purpose of widening said streets. Said premises are subject to any building lines established by the City of Malden and Takings as aforesaid. For title reference see deed recorded herewith [Book 70273, Page 549 at the Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds]. Premises to be sold and conveyed subject to and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, easements, covenants, liens or claims in the nature of liens, improvements, public assessments, any and all unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water and sewer liens and any other municipal assessments or liens and rights of any tenants and parties in possession, if there be any, or existing encumbrances of record which are in force and are applicable, having priority over said mortgage, whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, liens or encumbrances is made in the deed. The successful bidder will pay all costs of recording the foreclosure deed and any other foreclosure documents including, without limitation, all state and county excise stamp fees, and shall also be responsible for any Title V inspection and repair requirements. Terms of sale: A deposit of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00) by certified or bank check will be required to be paid by the purchaser at the time and place of sale. The balance is to be paid by certified or bank check to Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C., 300 Crown Colony Drive, Suite 500, Quincy, MA 02169 within thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Deed will be provided to purchaser for recording upon receipt in full of the purchase price. In the event of an error in this publication, the description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control. Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale. Steven A. Ross, Trustee of Salem Street Lending Trust Present holder of said mortgage By its Attorneys, Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P.C. 300 Crown Colony Drive, Suite 500 Quincy, MA 02169 December 20, 24, 2019 & January 3, 2020 MALDEN: TODAY | FROM PAGE 3 fee for a stamp. The Mass. Dept of Public Works refused. “Wanted”: couple married 14 years, no children, would like 4 or 5 room apartment not over $50 a month (My note: Wouldn’t we all!), call between 4 and 5 p.m. MA 4-1932. “Edgeworth News”: Hibernians plan annual outing. The commission planning the annual outing of Division 12 Hibernians will meet tomorrow night at 8:30 at the Hibernians Hall on Charles Street to report on progress. Charles P. McCarthy is General Chairman of the party which will be held at the Working Boys Home in Newton on Sunday, June 26. President Martin J. Gately will inaugurate a membership drive at tomorrow night’s meeting, detailing plans for the drive. Pearl Street Stadium (now Macdonald Stadium) hosted the 3rd Annual Beebe Jr. High Inter-Class Track Meet with Samuel Winerman as the Meet Manager and Harry Brown as the Stadium Caretaker. John Manzi (former Little League AllStar with the Dodgers) smashed the seventh grade 100-yard dash by registering a time of 11.9 seconds. Ernie LeBlanc won the 40-yard dash and came in second place in the high jump. Dom Fermano broke the school record in the 220-yard dash and won the Running Broad Jump competition. Michael Hanifin established the new ninth grade School record for the 100yard dash at 11.4 seconds. “Hell’s Island” is playing at the Granada. “Prize of Gold” is playing at the Strand. “Timberjack” is playing at the Auditorium. “This is the end, beautiful friend; this is the end, my only friend, the end...” Born in the old West End of Boston in 1955, future star (southpaw!) catcher, first baseman and pitcher for the Braves, the Colonels, Malden High School, the Malden Legion Baseball squad and many great softball teams – basketball playground legend – “party planner” before there was such a word (the legendary “Chill-Outs”) and now Malden Recreational Director – Joseph Levine. 2019 ELECTION | FROM PAGE 4 tion with endorsements, events and campaign support and information. In the School Committee races, Our Revolution endorsed Anna Geoffroy, who challenged Rob McCarthy for the Ward seat, Running and Luong. The group endorsed Linehan, Najmi, Winslow and incumbent Debbie DeMaria in the City Council races. While Geoffroy, Running and Najmi lost this year, they all brought new issues and energy to each of their races. They offered voters new ideas and choices. Mike DiNicola, who heads up Our Revolution Malden, took to Twitter to share his take on the election. DiNicola said the candidates endorsed by Our Revolution Malden vowed to do what was right for working people and they consistently stood up for all of Malden. Still, according to DiNicola, sometimes being the better candidate isn’t enough. “Sometimes the right candidate loses. And what happens next is this: they run again, and win,” said DiNicola adding, “Watch what these people do next.”
S THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 SPORTS | FROM PAGE 9 Page 17 by Jim Miller IRS Introduces a Tax Form Created for Older Taxpayers Dear Savvy Senior, A couple months back I read that the IRS will be offering a new senior-friendly tax form this tax season that will be easier to use. What can you tell me about this? Paper Filer Dear Filer, It’s true. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has created a new federal income-tax form specifically designed for senior taxpayers, age 65 and older, that should make filing a little easier this year, particularly those who don’t file electronically. Here’s what you should know. Form 1040-SR Created by the 2018 Bipartisan Budget Act, the new twopage simplified federal income tax form is called the 1040-SR. Similar in style to the old 1040-EZ form that the IRS discontinued last year, the new 1040-SR has larger print and better color contrast that makes it easier to read. In addition, it also includes a chart to help older taxpayers calculate their standard deduction, which may help ensure that fewer seniors neglect to take the additional standard deduction that they are entitled to. For 2019, the additional deduction for those 65 or older or the blind is $1,300. The 1040-SR form also has specific lines for retirement income streams such as Social Security benefits, IRA distributions, pensions and annuities, along with earned income from work wages and tips. And, it allows a child tax credit for seniors who are still taking care of a dependent child or grandchild. You can also report capital gains and losses, as well as interest and dividends on this new form. Any of the tax schedules available to those using the standard form 1040 may also be used with the 1040-SR. You should also know that the 1040-SR doesn’t put a limit on interest, dividends, or capital gains, nor does it cap overall income like the old 1040-EZ form did. But, if you have to itemize because of state and local taxes or charitable giving, then you will not be able to use the new Form 1040-SR. Paper Filing Advantage Seniors who use tax-preparation software to file their taxes will be able to generate a 1040-SR, but the new form will provide the most significant benefit to taxpayers who still fill out and file their returns on paper. Last year, about 88 percent of the 153 million individual federal tax returns filed to the IRS were filed electronically. About five percent were prepared using tax software, then printed out and mailed to the agency, while about seven percent were prepared on paper. To use the new 1040-SR tax form for the 2019 filing year, taxpayers, including both spouses if filing jointly, must be at least age 65 before Jan. 1, 2020. You also don’t have to be retired to use the form – older workers can use it too. But early retirees (younger than 65) cannot use 1040-SR. 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Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. a multi-Sectional Champ and another highly successful wrestler in the decade of the 2000s (Class of 2007) • Marcello Silva (soccer), one of the players selected as a Globe and Herald All-Scholastic as one of the region’s best, he led the Greater Boston League in scoring twice, his junior and senior years. • The 1994 Baseball Team, coached by Steve Freker; this Golden Tornadoes team was the winningest single-season team in Malden history (21-3) and featured seven future collegiate players and one Major Leaguer, Kevin McGlinchy, who pitched in the World Series as an Atlanta Braves reliever, just five years later in 1999. Bob McVicar, himself a member of the Hall of Fame as a football, basketball and baseball standout as a 1985 Malden High School (MHS) graduate, was honored with the Distinguished Service Award. A steady supporter of MHS athletics for over 30 years, ever since his graduation, McVicar’s generosity through personal donations to various programs and teams has been matched with continuous fundraising ventures for many years. Two Peter Donoghue Golden Eagle Awards were presented, along with a pair of $1,000 scholarship awards. Malden Public Schools Athletic Director Charlie Conefrey and MHS volleyball coach Dan Jurkowski were Golden Eagle recipients, as they were each the subject of winning essays by student-athletes they influenced. Agatha Silva wrote about Conefrey and Julia Argueta penned the winning essay about Jurkowski. In addition to the other awards, the Golden Tornado Club presented a special gift commemorating the over 25 years of service to the club put in by Jim Vozzella, who retired from the Golden Tornado Club Board in June 2019. Vozzella is also a member of the Hall of Fame as a past Distinguished Service Award winner. A good number of the players from the 1994 Golden Tornadoes baseball team were on hand for the Hall of Fame festivities, including Kevin McGlinchy, Peter Donoghue Jr., Rich Griffin, Aaron McCarthy, Milton Osborne, Sean Miller, Kevin O’Neill and assistant coach Alan Blumsack. Two other past Hall of Fame inductees as individuals who were key players on that 1994 team, which was eventually knocked out of the postseason by eventual State Champion Andover, were Kurt Gaudet and Ronnie Repoza. C The Secure Act ongress enacted The SECURE ACT (Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement) on December 20, 2019. The SECURE ACT pushes out the required beginning date to take required minimum distributions from your IRA account or 401(k) account from April 1st following the following the year in which you reach age 70 ½ to April 1st year in which you reach age 72. Non 5% owners still working do not have to take distributions from their 401(k) plan even if he or she has reached the age of 72. With the passage of the SECURE ACT, IRA contributions are now permitted by taxpayers who have reached age 70 ½. Under the old rule, even though many taxpayers were still gainfully employed at age 70 1/2, the law prohibited them from contributing to an IRA account. You still need earned income in order to contribute to an IRA. Part time workers are now eligible to participate in their employer’s 401(k) plan so long as they have worked at least 500 hours per year for at least 3 consecutive years and have attained the age of 21 at the end of that 3- year period. For the first time, if a taxpayer either had a new baby during the tax year or is adopting a child, the 401(k) participant or IRA owner is now allowed to withdraw up to $5,000 within one year following the birth or adoption of a child without paying any 10% early withdrawal penalty for not being age 59 ½. Income taxes would of course still be due on the withdrawal. There has also been a change to the required minimum distribution rules with respect to designated beneficiaries other than a spouse, a minor beneficiary, a disabled or chronically ill beneficiary, beneficiaries with special needs or a beneficiary within ten years of age of the IRA owner. Under the SECURE ACT, with respect to 401(k) and IRA account owners who die after 12-31-19, a designated beneficiary must now withdraw the entire account balance no later than 10 years after the death of the account owner. This effectively eliminates the “stretch” IRA planning tool which would allow beneficiaries to stretch out the distributions over his or her life expectancy. This is a huge change as a 35 year- old son or daughter inheriting an IRA from a parent under the old law would have over 50 years to withdraw the balance of the 401(k) or IRA account. That would have reduced the annual required minimum distribution substantially. On a $500,000 IRA, instead of withdrawing $10,000 per year in taxable income, the son or daughter would now have to withdraw $50,000 per year in taxable income. The SECURE ACT also applies to Roth IRA’s. There will much more to come following the passage of THE SECURE ACT. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, registered investment advisor, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation. 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Page 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen W HAT IS MASSTERLIST? More than 15,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, start their morning with a FREE COPY of MASSterList! MASSterList is a daily ensemble of news and commentary about the Legislature, Politics, Media and Judiciary of Massachusetts drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced editor Jay Fitzgerald. Jay introduces each article in his own clever and never-boring inimitable way. MASSterlist will be emailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening on Beacon Hill, in the blood sport of Bay State politics, in newsrooms across the state and the nation, and in the state’s court system. For more information and to get your free subscription go to: www.massterlist. com/subscribe. SENATORS' VOTES WITH THEIR PARTY LEADERSHIP - There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reports the percentage of times local senators voted with their party's leadership in 2019. Beacon Hill Roll Call uses 144 votes from the 2019 Senate session as the basis for this report. This includes all roll calls that were not on local issues. The votes of the 2019 membership of 32 Democrats ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing at the John and Christina Markey Malden Senior Community Center, 7 Washington Street, Malden, MA at 6:30 P.M. on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 on Petition 20-001 by Andy Layman of Sign Art, Inc. on behalf of Pleasant Smoke Shop for a variance of Section 3.35.9.2.2.1 Chapter 3, of the Revised Ordinances of 1991 as Amended of the City of Malden, Sign Design Control Ordinances. Namely, Number and placement of signs, as per plans SGER-031660-2019 at the property known as 13 Irving St, Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID# 075-283-303. Petition & plans available for public review in Office of Assessor, 110 Pleasant St., 3rd floor. Malden MA or online at www.cityofmalden.org or https://permits.cityofmalden. org/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService. By: James O’Brien Chairman December 24, 2019 & January 3, 2020 were compared to House Majority Leader Cynthia Creem (D-Newton), second-in-command in the Senate. We could not compare the Democrats’ votes to those of Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) because by tradition, the Senate president rarely votes. Fourteen (or 43 percent) of the 32 Democratic senators voted with Creem 100 percent of the time. The Democratic senators who voted the lowest percentage of times with Creem were Sens. Michael Moore (D-Millbury) and Michael Brady (D-Brockton), who both voted with Creem only 88.1 percent of the time. The votes of the 2019 membership of five Republicans were compared with those of GOP Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester). None of the five GOP senators voted with Tarr 100 percent of the time. The Republican senator who voted the lowest percentage of times with Tarr was Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) who voted with Tarr only 90.9 percent of the time. PERCENTAGE OF TIMES SENATORS VOTED WITH THEIR PARTY’S LEADERSHIP IN 2019 The percentage next to the senator’s name represents the percentage of times the senator supported his or her party’s leadership. The number in parentheses represents the number of times the senator opposed his or her party’s leadership. Some senators voted on all 144 roll call votes. Others missed one or more roll call. The percentage for each senator is calculated based on the number of roll calls on which he or she voted and does not count the roll calls for which he or she was absent. Sen. Jason Lewis 100 percent (0) 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 filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length 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. During the week of December 23-27, the House met for a total of 28 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 40 minutes. MON. DECEMBER 23\ House 11:01 a.m. to 11:07 a.m. Senate 11:08 a.m. to 11:39 a.m. TUES. DECEMBER 24 No House session No Senate session WED. DECEMBER 25 No House session No Senate session THURS. DECEMBER 26 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:22 a.m. Senate 11:17 a.m. to 11:26 a.m. FRI. DECEMBER 27 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com MassHousing completes first Sustainability Bond transaction M assHousing recently issued $108 million in affordable multifamily Housing Bonds with a Sustainability Bond designation, marking the first time the quasi-public agency has issued Sustainability Bonds. The designated Sustainability Bonds, which will finance the preservation and rehabilitation of affordable rental housing communities in Boston and Cambridge, serve as a new tool for reaching mission-driven institutional and retail investors. “Institutional and retail invesAAA Service • Lockouts Trespass Towing • Roadside Service Junk Car Removal 617-387-6877 26 Garvey St., Everett MDPU 28003 ICCMC 251976 tors are increasingly demanding that their investments drive social impact, and the Sustainability Bond label allows MassHousing to reach new investors who value social equity and environmental action,” said MassHousing Executive Director Chrystal Kornegay. “The proceeds of this bond transaction will allow MassHousing to finance the preservation and modernization of 415 affordable homes, delivering a better quality of life to residents, while lowering property owners’ operating costs and improving environmental performance.” “We are excited that the Sustainability Bond designation allows MassHousing to reach new investors who share our mission, and we look forward to continuing to drive impact, in communities across the Commonwealth,” said MassHousing Chief Financial Officer Charles Karimbakas. MassHousing aligned its first Sustainability Bond offering with the International Capital Market Association’s Green and Social Bond Principles and Sustainability Bond guidelines. The bonds are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals of No Poverty, Affordable and Clean Energy, and Sustainable Cities and Communities. BofA Securities and Morgan Stanley were the co-senior managing underwriters for the transaction. MassHousing expects to use the proceeds from the Sustainability Bond transaction to finance the preservation and substantial rehabilitation of two affordable rental communities: The Blue Mountain Apartments, a 217-unit scattered-site rental community in Dorchester and Roxbury, and the Daniel F. Burns Apartments, a 198-unit Cambridge Housing Authority property for elderly and disabled residents. Through the issuance of the Sustainability Bonds, MassHousing will finance the substantial renovation of both properties, including repairs to building envelopes, electrical and plumbing systems, and HVAC. The renovations will make both properties substantially more efficient by lowering energy consumption and water usage. Housing affordability protections at both properties will also be extended. MassHousing uses two main bond resolutions to raise capital and fund its work: Housing Bonds, which help finance the production and preservation of affordable multifamily rental housing, and Single Family Housing Revenue Bonds, which provide capital for mortgages for first-time homebuyers in Massachusetts. Over the past five fiscal years, MassHousing has issued over $1.2 billion in multifamily Housing Bonds and has generated a total of $6.6 billion in affordable single-family and multifamily housing financing, for the benefit of 43,000 households.
THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 19 OBITUARIES Nancy L. (Caruso) Rigano P assed aw ay on December 29, 2019, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was 87 years old. Nancy was a longtime resident of Malden and worked as a steel worker for many years at Market Forge in Everett. Her famous past time was cooking for her family and friends. Nancy was the cherished mother of Linda Giordano of Malden, Joanne Centrella of Tewksbury, Basil Rigano and his wife Andrea of Malden, Nancy Rigano of Malden, Angelo Rigano of Reading, and the late Santi Rigano. She was the dear sister of Paul Caruso of Peabody and Louis Caruso and his wife Lucille of FL. Nancy was the loving grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and loved caring for her grand pets. The funeral will be held from the A. J. Spadafora Funeral Home, 865 Main Street, Malden on Saturday January 4 at 9:00am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the Immaculate Conception Church, 600 Pleasant Street, Malden at 10:00am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 4-8pm. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers donations in Nancy’s memory may be made to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St. Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105. Vincent J. Dolcimascolo, Jr. D ied on Saturday, December 28 at the Massachusetts General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, after long illness. He was 82 years old. Vinny was born in raised in Boston’s West End and later the family moved to Waltham. He was an alumnus of Brighton High School, Class of 1955. Shortly after high school, Vinny enlisted in the United States Navy and he spent 4 years serving his country during the Vietnam Era. He was honorably discharged on March 4, 1960. He immediately knew his calling in life & went to school to become a Hairdresser. He owned and operated his own salon for over 40 years, The Hair Oasis in Malden. He was also married in 1962 to his sweetheart, Carolyn Piacentino. The couple was married and settled in Everett for approximately 10 years before moving to the home they live in now in Malden. Vinny was a very hard working & talented man. He had customers that absolutely loved him and became lifelong friends and in some cases part of his extended family. His love for his family was most important and he demonstrated his love for them in many ways. He was also known for his passion & love for Skiing. He spent as much time as possible on the “slopes” specifically at Sunday River in Maine. When he was semi-retired, he would ski Sunday thru Thursday. He had a group of friends that shared his passion with him were they spent time on the mountains. He is the beloved husband of 57 years to Carolyn I. (Piacentino) Dolcimascolo of Malden. Cherished father of Carla Iarrobino of Manchester, NH, Vincent J. Dolcimascolo, III & wife Michelle of Georgetown, Kara Culbert & husband Christopher of Miami, FL & Benjamin M. Hazell of Swampscott. Adored grandfather of James, Juliana & Isabella Iarrobino, all of Derry, NH, Jake & Emma Dolcimascolo, both of Georgetown, Christopher V. Culbert of Miami, FL, Jack & Vaughn Hazell, both of Swampscott. Dear brother of the late Joseph Dolcimascolo. He is also lovingly survived by many loving nieces, grandnieces, grandnephews, friends, clients & fellow skiers. Michael J. Glavin O f Malden, December 22, 2019. Beloved longtime companion of Wendy M. Souza and devoted father of Kayley Glavin. Loving brother of Kim Glavin, her longtime companion, Robert Long, of York, ME and Patricia Glavin of Cambridge. Son in law of Carole Souza of Malden, godfather of Patrick Farino. Brother-in-law of Ruby Winters and Rick Souza. Further survived by his niece, Taylor Winters, and nephew, Sean Winters, and many other friends and loved ones. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are to be made to the American Heart Association, 300 5th St., Waltham, MA 02451.Services will conclude with burial at Cambridge Cemetery. Ruth E. Kadlec LaBossiere A ge 95, of Malden, passed away Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019. She was born and raised in Malden. She attended the nursing school at New England Memorial. She dedicated her life to caring for others. Ruth had an infectious laugh and sense of humor that will be sorely missed. She was a dedicated mother to Craig LaBossiere (predecesed), Nancy LaBossiere and husband Rick Goldstein of Saugus, Elaine Salie and Ed Gibbons of Salisbury. Grandchildren Kyle and Elizabeth Salie, Jen and Bryan Pasdon, Kelly and Tom Salovitch, Brendan Afework. 6 great-grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews from the Harrington family. Donations in Ruthie's memory can be made to Salvation Army or a charity of your choice. William R. Magnusson P assed aw ay on December 24, 2019 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers, after a battle with Congestive Heart and Kidney Failure. He was 74. Bill — to those that knew him — graduated Malden High School in 1963. After a year of prep school, he attended Eastern Nazarene College in the Wollaston neighborhood of Quincy. He graduated in 1969 with a Bachelors in Education, and a concentration in U.S. History. He earned his Masters from Cambridge College in 1997. In early adulthood, he taught Drivers Ed; performed Security for Choate Hospital in Woburn; and even worked as an Iron Worker, helping to construct the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Plant in Plymouth. In his later years, he drove for Domino's Pizza and Hertz Rent-a-Car for a combined 25 years. 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Magnusson of Melrose, and Christine D. Ellison and her husband Michael of Everett, parents of Bill's one grandchild, Sean, who he adored very much. In lieu of flowers the family has asked for contributions in Bill’s memory be made to the Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital , 20 Cabot Road, Woburn, MA 01801 781-9325802 or use this link: https:// massvet.ethosvet.com/donateto-avmf/. Elisa Tocco-Leonard O f Malden, passed away on De c emb e r 2 1 , 2019. She was 62 years old. Elisa worked as a chef for many years at Anthony’s function facility in Somerville. She also worked for Tufts Medical Center in Boston for over 40 years and Roche Diagnostics. Elisa was the wife of the late Richard C. Leonard. She was the beloved daughter of Elisa (Ramondi) Tocco and the late Alfred “Fred” Tocco. Elisa was the loving mother of Richard Leonard, Alexandra Leonard, and Mark Leonard. 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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 23 ............. # 1 Listing & Selling Office in Saugus “Experience and knowledge Provide the Best Service” Free Market Evaluations CarpenitoRealEstate.com View our website from your mobile phone! 335 Central St., Saugus, MA 781-233-7300 SAUGUS: 1st AD Free Standing Building with off street parking, conveniently located just outside of Cliftondale Square.............$349,900. SAUGUS: AFFORDABLE 6 rms. Col. offers 3 brms., updated, eat-in kitchen, living room open to dining room, 1st floor laundry, level yard, convenient side street location...............................................$389,900. EVERETT: Spacious 3 family offers 21 rms., 10 brms., 5 full & 2 half baths, right side added in 1994 offers 4 levels w/5 br., 3 ½ baths, hrwd, deck & cent. air, washer & dryer hook-ups in each unit, located in desirable Woodlawn neighborhood.......................................$859,900. REVERE, WEST: NEW 2 br Townhome offers 2 ½ baths, spac. lvrm. open to kit w/granite & stainless, master w/bath, hardwood floors, cent. air, one car gar, pavers driveway, located on dead-end........................................$529,900. SAUGUS: Custom, 5-yr-old Col. offers 9 rms., 4 br, 3½ baths, 2 master suites, two story fam. rm. w/gas frplce, wd. flooring, gourmet kitchen, dining rm., incredible details thruout, cent. air (2 units), 1st floor lndry room, breezeway, 3-car garage, level yard with sprinkler sys. & patio w/ awning, located in desirable Stonecliffe Heights. Great home in Great location!...................................$899,900. SAUGUS: One of the last buildable lots left in Saugus! Land runs from Hanson Rd. to Hamilton St. creating a unique opportunity to build new construction home!..................................$169,000. WONDERING WHAT YOUR HOME IS WORTH? CALL FOR YOUR FREE MARKET ANALYSIS! LITTLEFIELD REAL ESTATE SAUGUS ~ Rehabbed colonial. New windows, siding, new kitchen with quartz counters, stainless appliances, new cabinets. New hardwood flooring throughout house. New heat. Central AC. New maintenance free deck. .........$570,000 SAUGUS ~ Desirable 2 family. Each unit has 2 beds, updated kitchens and baths, vinyl siding, in-unit laundry, rear decks .......$499,000 SAUGUS ~ Rehabbed colonial, 4-5 bedroom, 2 full baths, gas heat, central AC, new siding, new roof, hardwood flooring, fresh paint, new kitchen with SS appliances quartz counters ...............$559,900 38 Main Street, Saugus MA WWW.LITTLEFIELDRE.COM 781-233-1401 SAUGUS ~ Raised ranch, 3 bed, 3 bath, gas heat, central AC, garage under, great location, master bedroom with master bath and walk in closet, finished lower level for the extended family ......... $579,900 Call Rhonda Combe For all your SAUGUS ~ 4 bed, 3 bath colonial. Spacious kitchen, SS appliances, Oversized one car garage, irrigation, gas heat enclosed porch, centralVac, finished lower level ... $569,900 real estate needs!! 781-706-0842 SAUGUS ~ 3 bed, 1.5 bath colonial. Open concept 1st floor, 2 car garage, newer gas heat, roof and HW heater, prof landscaping....$439,900 REVERE ~ 2 family located in the Beachmont area, 3 beds, one bath in top unit, 2 beds, one bath lower unit .....................................$639,000 LAND FOR SALE WILMINGTON ~ Colonial featuring 4 beds and 2 full baths, great dead end location, central AC, hardwood flooring, finished lower level ..$534,900 SAUGUS ~ 3 bed ranch, open concept, stainless appliances, private dead end street, newer gas heat, hardwood flooring, 10k lot, garage ..............$435,000 LYNN ~ New construction. 3400 sq feet, 4 bed, 2.5 bath, gas heat, central AC, hardwood flooring, walking closet, great cul de sac location, garage under ........... $879,999 SAUGUS Call Rhonda Combe at 781-706-0842 for details!! SOLD SOLD UNDER CONTRACT SOLD
Page 24 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2020 Follow Us On: COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY SALES & RENTALS Sandy Juliano Broker/President WE KNOW EVERETT!! Call TODAY to sell or buy with the best! NEW LISTING BY SANDY! SINGLE-FAMILY UNDER AGREEMENT! SINGLE-FAMILY 67 DARTMOUTH ST., EVERETT NEW PRICE! $484,000 141 CHELSEA ST., EVERETT NEW PRICE! $685,000 LISTED BY SANDY! SOLD BY JOE! CONDO 180 GREEN ST., UNIT 217 MELROSE $319,900 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY JAN. 5, 2020 12:00-2:00 SOLD BY SANDY! SOLD BY SANDY AS BUYER’S AGENT! 205 RIVER RD., TEWKSBURY 39 BROADWAY UNIT #303, MALDEN NEW PRICE! $399,900 NEW LISTING BY SANDY! 123 CENTRAL AVE., EVERETT SINGLE FAMILY $449,900 NEW RENTAL! 1 BEDROOM WITH PARKING, CALL NORMA FOR DETAILS 617-590-9143 NEW RENTAL! 2 BED, EVERETT APARTMENT $1,850/MO SOLD BY SANDY! 1-BEDROOM CONDO 881 BROADWAY, EVERETT $244,900 SOLD BY JOE AS BUYER’S AGENT! 61 LOCUST ST., MIDDLETON CALL JOE FOR DETAILS 617-680-7610 Joe DiNuzzo - Broker Associate Norma Capuano Parziale - Agent Open Daily From 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 433 Broadway, Suite B, Everett, MA 02149 www.jrs-properties.com Denise Matarazz - Agent Maria Scrima - Agent Follow Us On: 617.544.6274 Rosemarie Ciampi - Agent Kathy Hang Ha -Agent Mark Sachetta - Agent
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