THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 24, 2021 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 thing they did not get adequate time to review is not acceptable. “If we keep doing this over and over again, it’s not going to magically become acceptable,” she said. “The fact that we didn't get even a day to review this is very disappointing. But what’s more disappointing … is the fact that those in our communities who have a stake in what happens in the bill before us, those it will impact most—our schools, our elderly populations, those who are coming from positions of powerlessness, those folks, probably many of them, still don't even know that we’re taking this bill up today. And yet we continue to call what happens in this chamber part of the MALDEN: TODAY | FROM PAGE 6 easy smile and determination. The sadness we felt, when we heard of her passing, will remain with us forever. “Her younger sister, Christine Giannattasio Mader, from the class of 1982 (whom I just recently became friends with) had these touching comments about her sister: ‘So what do I say to Malden High School Class of 2015 as I present the Andrea Giannattasio Memorial Scholarship? My sister, Andrea Giannattasio was a graduate of the class of 1975. Diagnosed with leukemia during her sophomore year she fought the battle, in and out of remission for two years. With the help of tutors and the support of family she graduated with honors with the hopes of attending Smith College. Unfortunately, she lost her battle just one month later. She left behind the legacy of academic and leadership excellence along with spirited community involvement. Forty years later you will presently find a sign above the entrance to the Malden YMCA stating, ‘Our programs are dedicated to the spirit of Andrea Giannattasio.’” “This is the end, beautiful friend, this is the end, my only friend, the end” – Steve Carpenter; Malden High School Class of 1975; “Simply the Best” – 19562021 by Paul Amoroso: “As I continue to reminisce and mourn his passing, I suddenly realized today that I never did refer to him as ‘Carpy,’ a term of endearment nickname if you will for those who knew him that became virtually synonymous with someone who excelled athletically because that’s how good he was. Everyone who knew Stephen were fully aware of his ability and accomplishments. He was a natural, and while the rest of us early in life struggled in comparison to find our place through sports to be accepted, Stephen Carpenter effortlessly would standout above all others. democratic process.” (A “Yes” vote is for the budget.) Rep. Paul DonatoYes Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes COVID-19 POLICY EXTENSIONS (S 2475) House 150-10, Senate on a voice vote without a roll call, approved and Gov. Baker signed into law a conference committee version of legislation that would extend many of the measures instituted in Massachusetts during the COVID-19 state of emergency that expired when the emergency declaration ended at 12:01 a.m. on June 15. The House approved the extensions on June 15 at 8:52 p.m. and the Senate at 8:54 p.m. Gov. Baker signed the bill into law at 9:40 a.m. “He was gifted and although his accomplishments are certainly what makes Stephen worth remembering for those not fortunate enough to know him personally, it was his jovial nature, infectious smile and laugh I will remember most that drew you to him and made him far less intimidating than waiting in the on-deck circle with a bat in his hand in a close game. I am left with guilt that this man, deserving of so much more had to pass for me to cherish what I had with him. And for that I apologize, but I promise, you shall live forever in my thoughts! This is for you my friend and may you RIP!” Postscript 1: The latest chapter in the long history of the Saint Rocco Feast has turned the page; 91 years and still going strong. Those who grew up in Edgeworth have lifelong San Rocco memories or stories from the past. It is hard to believe that for me this will have been my 54th year on the black hardtop of Pearl Street. On a long-ago Monday night in the year of the “Impossible Dream,” 1967, big brother Joe took me to the Saint Rocco fireworks display at Devir Park where I stood in awe on the perimeter of Bruce Field as sparks from the fireworks rained down on us. I have been a Saint Rocco regular ever since. Growing up, the Feast was considered the highlight of our summer. We knew that the school year was rapidly approaching, that the summer was on its way out and that we would have one last weekend to let loose before schoolwork came crashing down on us. I think, for myself and many others, it is the continuity of the event that we take to heart. The way you can set your inner clock to the “Feast”: that second weekend in August, every year; that “organic connection to the heart and mind” that those of us who grew up in Edgeworth all feel. So, whether you’re full Italian, on June 16. That means that during the more than 33 hours from 12:01 a.m. on June 15 until 9:40 a.m. on June 16, the extensions had expired and were not in effect. Provisions include allowing public bodies subject to the open meeting law to continue to hold remote meetings until April 1, 2022; allowing cities and towns to approve and extend permits for outdoor dining through April 1, 2022; allowing restaurants to offer alcoholic beverages, including mixed drinks, for off-site consumption with the purchase of food until May 1, 2022; and extending several protections that have been granted to tenants who have difficulty paying rent through April 1, 2022. Other provisions include reinhalf Italian, married to an Italian, Italian for one weekend a year, or anything else in between, Viva Saint Rocco and see you next summer on Pearl Street. Postscript 2: And with what seemed like the bat of an eye my 11-year-old grandson Christian enters sixth grade – midstating until December 15, 2021, the remote option for representative town meetings and meetings of nonprofits and public corporations; notary services; reverse-mortgage loan counseling; and flexibility for assisted living residences. Several other matters were not resolved and remain before the conference committee including a House-approved provision keeping the cap on delivery fees charged to restaurants by third parties like Grubhub, DoorDash and Uber Eats at 15 percent of the order price; a Senate-approved requirement that certain in-network telehealth services be reimbursed at the same rate as equivalent in-person services; and a Senate approved extension of maildle school, to be exact. Beyond blessed to have watched him grow, both figuratively and literally, I process this with full assurance that I was not cheated out of cherished time spent with this precious little boy. Christian Joseph Falzarano took life from dull gray to brilliant technicol~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ City of Malden Conservation Commission Notice of Public Hearing Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 131, Section 40, Wetlands Protection Act (as amended) of the Massachusetts General Laws that a Hearing of the City Of Malden Conservation Commission will be held on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom, Hearing of a Notice of Intent (NOI) for the construction of a riverfront path, invasive species management, and reconfiguration of the parking lot at the property located at 326 Commercial St. in Malden. These activities will occur within the Riverfront Area and 100-foot buffer zone of the associated Bordering Vegetated Wetland (BVW). On June 16, 2021, Governor Baker signed into law An Act Extending Certain COVID-19 Measures Adopted During the State of Emergency. This Act includes an extension, until April 1, 2022, of the remote meeting provisions of his March 12, 2020, Executive Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law. This meeting will be conducted via remote participation. In person attendance by members of the public is prohibited, and all effort will be made to permit public attendance of this meeting, in the manner specified below, via remote access by internet, telephone, and if available via public broadcast of the meeting by Malden Access Cable Television on public access television channels. Public access will also be provided by posting draft minutes, and/or a transcript, recording, or record of the meeting on the City of Malden website at cityofmalden.org as soon as practicable after the meeting. Additional information/guidelines for the public can be found here: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/updated-guidance-on-holding-meetingspursuant-to-the-act-extending-certain-covid-19-measures Meeting information is as follows: https://cityofmalden.zoom.us/j/93573736085?pwd=MWEyZlFlQVpqYURxellpWEV3RklVUT09 Meeting ID: 935 7373 6085 Passcode: 297659 Dial by your location: +1 929 436 2866 US Find your local number: https://cityofmalden.zoom.us/u/aUDUEKYA5 Isaac Slavitt Chairman September 24, 2021 in voting. “This partial report addresses issues common to both the Senate and House bills and is necessary to ensure that critical policies— including those relating to municipalities’ meetings, restaurants, tenants facing eviction, health care and childcare—are available as expeditiously as possible,” read a statement from Senate President Karen Spilka, House Speaker Ronald Mariano and Ways and Means chairs Sen. Michael Rodrigues and Rep. Aaron Michlewitz. “These temporary provisions have been helpful to businesses, municipalities, health care providers, residents and communities during this extraordinary time. We BEACON | SEE PAGE 14 or with his arrival, inviting Papa to share with him the most incredible journey that awaits us all, from child to young man and beyond. “You’re off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So... get on your way!” (Dr. Seuss). Thank you for taking me along, Christian.
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