REVERE Vol.29, No.1 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Have a Safe & Prosperous New Year! ADVOCATE Free Every Friday 781-286-8500 Friday, January 3, 2020 2019 Beach City Year in Review I From an icy cold start to a hot political election By Tara Vocino t was quite the year in Revere with some new faces being elected to public office. They are School Committee Member-Elect Anthony D’Ambrosio, Councillor-at-Large-Elect Gerry Visconti and Ward 6 CouncillorElect Richard Serino. Mayor Brian Arrigo emerged victorious once again in a 2015 rematch against former Mayor Daniel Rizzo. The remaining School Committee members and the rest of the city councillors retained their seats. A few major fires broke out, including one on New Year’s Day. Hotels and the Suffolk Downs Redevelopment site as well as other business continued to generate revenue for the city. There was also a crackdown on illegal apartments and residential parking stickers. BEACH CITY | SEE PAGE 11 DRIVER ARRAIGNED IN CHILDREN’S DEATHS: On Wednesday, January 10, 2019, Autumn Harris of Chelsea, the driver of the SUV who allegedly struck five people, two of whom were children who died, on Revere Beach Parkway on Dec. 9, 2018, is shown standing before Judge Dunbar Livingston at Chelsea District Court. Following the accident Harris allegedly told police she was impaired while driving on the day of the tragic accident. (Photo Courtesy of Pat Melchionno) The year began with a major ice storm which wreaked havoc with street flooding dangerous driving conditions when a car landed in deep water off North Shore Road, making it difficult for crews to remove it. However, the driver walked away from the scene. (Courtesy Photo) City hosts annual Menorah Lighting to mark the Hanukkah Festival of Lights By Tara Vocino A pproximately 30 people attended the Menorah Lighting in front of City Hall last Thursday night. “Revere saw their last synagogue [Temple B’Nai Israel — Sons of Israel] close last year, but we continue to celebrate victory over the Syrian Greeks, who attempted to deny the Maccabees [a group of Jewish people in the 1st and 2nd century before Christ] religious freedom,” Rabbi Sruli Baron, Director of the Tobin Bridge Chabad in Everett, said. Baron identifies himself as Jewish orthodox, but he is accepting to other traditions, he said before the lighting began in the City Hall lobby. Baron said Hanukkah is an eightA FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: Religious and city officials attended the city’s annual Menorah Lighting ceremony to mark the beginning of Hanukkah last Thursday are shown, front row, from left to right are School Committee Member Susan Gravellese, Ward 5 City Councillor John Powers, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Tobin Bridge Chabad Director Rabbi Sruli Baron, Event Organizer/Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky, State Representative RoseLee Vincent, Police Chief James Guido, Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto and resident Annette Bornstein. Shown in the back row, from left to right are School Committee Member Michael Ferrante, Councillor-at-Large Steven Morabito and Ward 6 Councillor–Elect Richard Serino. (Advocate Photo by Tara Vocino) day-long lighting of the menorah consisting of mediating on the meaning of the rabbinic holiday, celebrating with family/friends, exchanging gifts and eating traditional Jewish food. The menorah’s significance is celebrating the majority of light over darkness with four candles on each end on the menorah.
Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Revere Scholarship Committee acknowledges June-Dec. 2019 donors he City of Revere Scholarship Committee awards scholarships each spring to T college-bound Revere High School seniors. Applicants are evaluated based on academic performance, financial need and response to an essay prompt. The scholarships are funded through the generosity of Revere residents and businesses. With each real estate bill, Revere taxpayers are able to fill out a form to make a voluntary contribution to the scholarship fund. These donors are acknowledged in local newspapers and on the city’s website, www.revere.org. To learn more about the scholarship committee, contact Committee Chairman Joe Gravellese at 781-632-5610 or contact Mayor Brian Arrigo’s office at 781-286-8111. 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The Revere Scholarship Committee acknowledges the following generous donors thus far during the 201920 school year, as of December 2019: Benefactor ($100+) Richard Powers Evelyn Morris Carol Tye Anonymous Wai Hang Lee Chang Susan Gravellese Avid Hotel Walter Bennett Anonymous Sponsor ($50-$99) David Fabri Carol Haney Roy Colannino Banana Boat Thomas Carlisle Josiane Tigar Gloria & John Dove Rose Marie Tomasino Tommy Hun Nicholas and Marie Giacobbe Lucia Hunter Peggy Vitale-Intraversato Regina Daley Robert Scigliano Carol and Bill Anastos Regina Matthews Patron ($25-$49) Lisa Perry Jon Sjogna Joe Oppito Doug Struck Eileene Sherriff Jose Chavez Anonymous Marsha and David Fulton Friend ($10-$20) Ailton Coelho Da Silva David Ferrante Robert Campbell Jr John Anderson Ellen Price Emilia Von Herrell James MacMillan John Chirichiello Fabio Galeana Ana Severino Ann Marie Giovino Anonymous Marie Ward William Pereira Michael Carey Donor ($5-$9) Cheryl Delaney Hazel Engber Anonymous Dina Umana MGC releases applications and guidelines for 2020 CMF grant program T he Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is pleased to announce the release of the 2020 applications and guidelines for the Community Mitigation Fund (CMF) grant program. The required forms and submission instructions are available online. The gaming law established an annual deadline of February 1 for applications from municipalities and other qualified governmental entities seeking mitigation funds. The Massachusetts Legislature legalized casino gaming to produce broad-based economic development, including jobs and revenue. To date, gaming tax revenue has exceeded $500 million, and the industry has created more than 12,000 construction jobs and thousands of operational jobs. The Legislature also established an equally important mandate to mitigate unintended impacts associated with the arrival of casino gaming. To that end, the law created CMF to support communities and governmental entities in offsetting costs related to the construction and operation of gaming facilities. Since 2015, the MGC has issued approximately $16 million in funding to advance needs in transportation, non-transportation planning, workforce development, and public safety for municipalities and government entities located in the vicinity of the casinos. According to the statute, MGC will issue funds to assist host and surrounding communities, including “but not limited to, communities and water and sewer districts in the vicinity of a gaming establishment, local and regional education, transportation, infrastructure, housing, environmental issues and public safety, including the office of the county district attorney, police, fire, and emergency services.” Also, MGC may distribute funds to a governmental entity or district other than a single municipality to implement a mitigation measure that affects more than one community. “The Legislature wisely established a strong mandate requiring the mitigation of unintended impacts related to expanded gaming,” said MGC Chair Cathy Judd-Stein. “The MGC extends its gratitude to all those who have participated and who will participate in CMF’s highly collaborative mitigation planning and innovative programming.” A Community Mitigation Fund review team will conduct a comprehensive review of all applications to ensure compliance with the 2020 Guidelines and make recommendations to MGC. After deliberation on those recommendations, the Commission will vote to award grant monies by July 2020. City of Revere Inauguration Ceremony Jan. 6 M ayor Brian M. Arrigo announced this week the details of the upcoming City of Revere Inauguration Ceremony on Monday, January 6, at the Susan B. Anthony Middle School Auditorium, 107 Newhall Street. The inauguration includes the swearing-in of the Mayor, the Revere City Council, and the Revere School Committee. The official swearing-in begins promptly at 7:00 p.m., followed by a small collation in the cafeteria to conclude the ceremony. This event is open to the public. Prices subject to change FLEET
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 3 ECIC donates horse beds to Horses and Heroes Foundation By Tara Vocino A Revere-based nonprofit organization is thanking a local church for donating winter items for its horses. East Coast International Church (ECIC), a nondenominational church located downtown, donated two horse beds to the Horses and Heroes Foundation, an organization that honors police officers and firefighters who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. “ECIC actually called us about donating straw to keep the horses – Chief Bright and Detective Racow – warm in the winter,” Horses and Heroes Foundation President Skyllar Mulvaney said. “The straw is for them to sleep on in their stalls, like shavings, but cleaner.” According to ECIC Children’s Pastor Danielle Sawyer, the church used the straw for its Halloween outreach event, Light the Night, and as decoration outside the church. “We haven’t been able to get rid of it,” Sawyer said. “We were going to just throw it away, but then I remembered Sky, and thought she could reuse it for the horses instead of us just throwing it in the trash.” Fire Chief Christopher Bright, who was the first firefighter to have a horse named after him, was honored for his service, at the Point of Pines fire station in November 2019. In 2015, Bright received the Medal of Valor at the Massachusetts Firefighter of the Year Awards for rescuing his uncle, James Toomey, from the basement of a three-alarm fire at 79 Reservoir Ave. Judy Racow, a Winthrop detective, was also honored in November for her undercover work during a drug bust on Nov. 8, 1995. “I feel honored to be the first female officer to have a Horses and Heroes award named in my honor,” Racow said. Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. $ 3.43 GALLON Pickup/Delivery Available 781-289-6466 Start Your Weekend at the Marina Dance Party! Friday, January 3 at 9 PM Dance to the Hits with DJ BIG RICK Shown in the front row are, East Coast International Church member Emily Maclean, ECIC Associate Pastor David Urbina, ECIC member Anna Bonifacio and Horses and Heroes Foundation President Skyllar Mulvaney. Shown in the back row are, ECIC Children’s Pastor Danielle Sawyer and ECIC members Judy Pereira and Pauline Boccuzzi. (Photo Courtesy of Skyllar Mulvaney) 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 For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net AMAZING WATER VIEWS $2.45 GALLON SNOW BLOWER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIRS We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 Price Subject to Change without notice
Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 St. Jean’s Credit Union celebrates branch opening at Wonderland Marketplace By Tara Vocino F ollowing its soft opening on Nov. 25, St. Jean’s Credit Union celebrated its grand opening with a formal ribboncutting ceremony on Dec. 18 at Wonderland Marketplace. Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Tellers Kayla Ciulla and Jane Rosenthal, Branch Manager Enoy Souvannasy, Membership Services Supervisor Sayiva Polana and Assistant Branch Manager Sophany Yun. Chief Financial Officer Stephen Pedro, Human Resources Director Dottie Nestle, Marketing Manager Deborah Gallo, Auditor Renee Kelleher, Indirect Lending Manager Amy Delaney, Compliance Vice President Kathryn MacDonald, Lending Vice President James Metcalf and Executive Vice President Kathy Donahue. RIBBON-CUTTING: Shown in the front row are Branch Manager Enoy Souvannasy, Assistant Branch Manager Sophany Yun, Executive Vice President Kathy Donahue, City Council President Arthur Guinasso, Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto, Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna, Board Member/Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Ward 5 Councillor John Powers, Police Chief James Guido, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Wendy Millar-Page and Revere Business Liaison John Festa. Shown in the back row are Member Services Supervisor Sayiva Polana, Board Member William Donahue, Indirect Lending Manager Amy Delaney, Human Resources Director Dottie Nestle, Chief Executive Officer David Surface, Internal Auditor and Compliance Manager Renee Kelleher, Marketing Manager Deborah Gallo, Underwriter Judi Rewinski, Senior Mortgage Manager Christopher Nardone and Senior Branch Manager Ariel Noesi. (Advocate Photos by Tara Vocino) Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma 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 560 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 | 617-512-5712 | sam@broadwayRE.com ADRIANA RESNICK DOMENICA RIGGIO SAM RESNICK
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Millions of “poor” Americans have cell phones with far more computing power than NASA had available for putting men on the moon 50 years ago. And who brought about this incredible enrichment of the masses? If you say, “profit-seeking corporations and entrepreneurs,” go to the head of the class. The few “billionaires” among us are generally our greatest economic benefactors. They became wealthy delivering more value to more of their fellow man than the rest of us have. We should be grateful for them, instead of plotting the extinction of this rare breed. As for unfair, whatever happened to the simple Biblical principle (see Lev. 19:15) that all citizens, whether rich, poor, or in-between, are entitled to equal protection of their rights? There are only two modes of taxation that uphold the principle of equal treatment before the law: 1) every citizen is taxed the same amount; 2) every citizen’s income is taxed at the same rate. We abandoned that principle in 1913 by adopting the 16th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. That amendment incorporated the Marxian principle of a graduated or progressive income tax – that is, different rates for different citizens. (Note: “a heavy progressive or graduated income tax” is point 2 in the 10-point plan of Marx and Engels published in the Communist Manifesto in 1848.) This is conscious and deliberate discrimination. And what is the “right” or “just” amount of discrimination? There is no self-evident, incontrovertible principle; rather, rates are determined by who has the most votes in Washington. This is the crude principle “might makes right” (i.e., there are more of us than there are of you, so we can take what we want from you). As for un-American, the promise of the American Dream has always been that the sky is the limit, and that you don’t have to be born into a hereditary aristocracy to get rich. Sadly, presumptuous political panderers like Sanders and Warren show contempt for great achievers, and have the hubris to assert that politicians, not the people who created and earned wealth, should decide how that wealth should be spent. The proposals for billionaire wealth taxes represent the worst rather than the best in us. Yes, we have considerable economic challenges in our country, but cannibalizing the wealth creators who uplift our living standards is not the way forward. — Dr. Mark W. Hendrickson is a retired adjunct faculty member, economist, and fellow for economic and social policy with the Institute for Faith and Freedom at Grove City College. RevereTV Spotlight A few weeks ago, RevereTV announced the start of the big move to our new studio location at 261 Washington Ave. RTV will be in this process through the end of January as we relocate and set up all of our equipment and new spaces. Some new additions to what we will be offering to community members are a full green screen wall, and additional kitchen studio. Two editing suites will still be available, as well as checkout field equipment. Our current studio will still be running at a very limited capacity for community members until the move is complete. In-studio shoots cannot be booked, but with enough notice, editing sessions can be arranged. Please contact our Director of Community Media, Andrew Love, at 781-4269498 ext. 2 for any questions or availability. The RevereTV staff remains excited about this big change. Throughout the move, RTV will still be covering all city government meetings at City Hall as usual. These meetings air live on YouTube, Comcast channel 9, and RCN channel 13. Last week the city held the Annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December 26 at 4 p.m. at City Hall. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 7 Encore Boston Harbor to host Dropkick Murphys on March 13 Hometown band to perform at Encore Boston Harbor as part of 2020 tour EVERETT – Encore Boston Harbor will host hometown favorites Dropkick Murphys on Friday, March 13 as part of its St. Patrick’s Day week “Boston Blowout.” Tickets are now on sale for this one-of-a-kind show in the Picasso Ballroom. “We are excited to have such a renowned group like Dropkick Murphys add to our outstanding public concert series,” said Encore Boston Harbor President Brian Gullbrants. “As Boston’s hometown casino, we couldn’t think of a better way to kick off the week of St. Patrick’s Day.” The band’s annual St. Patrick’s Day week shows are the peak of Dropkick Murphys’ touring calendar. Historically, fans have traveled to Boston from around the world to experience these performances. Since forming in 1996, the Dropkick Murphys have sold seven million albums worldwide, with 2005’s The Warrior’s Code achieving the Recording Industry Association of America’s Gold certification. The band’s smash single, “I’m Shipping Up To Boston,” is nearing double platinum and appeared during a key moment of Martin Scorsese’s Academy Award-winning film, “The Departed.” The band is touring in support of its “11 Short Stories of Pain & Glory” album, which is influenced by its work with the Claddagh Fund. This charity was established in 2009 to help support addiction recovery, as well as children’s and veteran’s organizations. Doors open at 6:30. Tickets start at $39.50. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit encorebostonharbor.com/experiences/dropkickmurphys. About Encore Boston Harbor Encore Boston Harbor features 210,000 square feet of gaming space, including more than 3,000 slot machines and 240 table games. Situated on the Mystic River in Everett, Mass., and connected to Boston Harbor, Encore Boston Harbor boasts 671 spacious hotel rooms, a spa, salon and fitness center, specialty retail shops, 15 dining and lounge venues and more than 50,000 square feet of ballroom and meeting spaces. The grounds feature a six-acre Harborwalk with paths that provide access to the waterfront, an event lawn, public art and ornate floral displays. It is the largest private, single-phase development in the history of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The casino offers free selfparking for all guests seven days a week. Encore Boston Harbor is proud to be the Official Hotel of the New England Patriots. For more information, visit encorebostonharbor.com or follow Encore Boston Harbor on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. dine drink gather TONIGHT Friday, January 3 at 9 PM FREDDIE G enjo y Saturday, January 4 at 7 PM DOS MELONS AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE 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! BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Saturday, January 11 at 9 PM LEAVING EDEN Friday, January 17 at 9 PM BLACKED OUT with GUNS OF BRIGHTON Saturday, January 18 at 9PM New England's #1 Party Band... WILDFIRE BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Saturday, January 25 at 9 PM FOREIGNERS JOURNEY Tribute to The Scorpions RADIO ROULETTE Friday, January 24 at 9 PM 221 Newbury Street, Danvers For Tickets call (978) 774-7270 or www.breakawaydanvers.com
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 ~ Letter-to-the-Editor ~ Thank a former smoker for quitting this holiday season Dear Editor, This holiday season, I’d like to remind readers to thank a coworker, friend or family member who has quit vaping, smoking, or using other tobacco products. Many users say quitting is the hardest thing they have ever done and any amount of recognition can help someone stay quit. Nicotine is the very addictive substance in tobacco and many vape products. As a result, repeated tobacco and nicotine use is not a habit, it’s an addiction that should be treated as a chronic relapsing condition. It takes most people with a nicotine addiction several tries to quit for good. So reach out to those who have conquered this addiction. Let them know you are proud of how hard they’re working to better their wellbeing. Thank them for improving their health and the health of the people around them. Even though the holidays can be a tough time to quit, they are a great time to support your friends and loved ones who are trying to quit vaping, smoking or other tobacco products. Even if they have tried quitting in the past, encourage them to keep trying – they learn something new every time they try to quit. And share with them the many resources available in MA to help them reach their goal. The most effective way to quit is to use FDA-approved medicines and coaching support together. Nicotine users of all kinds can call 1-800-QUT NOW (1-800-784-8669) for free coaching from the Massachusetts Smokers’ Helpline through phone, web, and text 24 hours each day, seven days a week (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) or enroll online through KeepTryingMA.org. Adults who work with a coach can now receive up to eight weeks of free nicotine patches, gum or lozenges (with medical eligibility) through the Smokers’ Helpline. Smokers and vapers who get support and use medicines to quit are nearly three times as likely to quit for good as those who try to quit on their own. Quitting is hard – give thanks to someone in your life for quitting or for trying to quit. Every email, text message, phone call, or encouraging word makes a difference. Sincerely, Edgar Duran Elmudesi, MSW Metro Boston Tobacco-Free Community Partnership MGC to begin search for new executive director T he Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) Chair Cathy Judd-Stein recently announced that Executive Director Ed Bedrosian is departing the agency to pursue a new opportunity in the private sector. Karen Wells, MGC’s deputy director MassPort Noise Complaint Line: 617-561-3333 and the director of the Investigations and Enforcement Bureau (IEB), has been designated to serve as the interim executive director, a role she previously held in 2015. “On behalf of my fellow commissioners, I would like to thank Executive Director Bedrosian for his leadership and public service over the past four years. He was instrumental in guiding complex regulatory preparations to ensure the successful opening of both MGM Springfield and Encore Boston Harbor. He consistently led and encouraged MGC staff to meet and exceed the demanding professional responsibilities required for what was no less than a true startup operation.” said MGC Chairwoman Cathy Judd-Stein. “We are grateful that Director Wells will once again step forward and serve the Commission in an interim capacity. With seven years of experience at MGC and more than two decades in public service, she is a proven leader who has consistently demonstrated a strong understanding of MGC’s regulatory role, core functions and agency values.” “I would like to thank the Commission and the MGC staff for the opportunity to serve as executive director. This has been an incredible job,” said Bedrosian. “I was privileged these past four years to work with great Commissioners, past and present, to help lead a talented team of professionals who worked hard every day to open and regulate casinos, to license and register people in a new industry, to ensure diversity in both the construction and operations workMGC | SEE PAGE 18 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 investors 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 REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 9 Basketball: Patriot boys notch first two victories By Greg Phipps T he Revere High School boys’ basketball team reversed the direction of their early season by grabbing their first two victories of the winter. The Patriots edged Wakefield last Friday and followed that up with a 12-point home win over Chelsea on Monday night. The Wakefield win was the consolation game of the Greater Boston/Middlesex League Holiday Tournament. Crisrael Lithgow exploded for 31 points, including 11 field goals and six three-pointers, while no other Patriot player reached double figures in a 53-49 triumph. Amara Bockarie and Calvin Boudreau each chipped in six, and Dillan Day added five for Revere, which took just seven free throws and hit five of them. The Patriots totaled 29 rebounds and shot 59 percent from beyond the threepoint stripe. The scoring output was more balanced in Monday’s 69-57 victory over Chelsea. Nine players made the scoring column. Day led the way with 12 points, followed by 11 from Lithgow. Two others – Derek Avery and John Capozzi – finished with nine, and Boudreau and Scott Toglan each contributed seven. The team was once again Hockey Pats goal ties at Cambridge tournament By Greg Phipps R evere hockey head coach Joe Ciccarello liked what he saw at last week’s First Responders Cup tournament in Cambridge. His team was not able to come away with a win but did earn two ties (one of them ended in a first-round shootout loss). The Revere team, which includes players from Malden and Matignon, fell behind 2-0 to Methuen in the first period of the opening round contest. The Patriots clawed back to even it at two before losing in a shootout to decide which squad advances to the cup final. “We were down 2-0 in the first period. We lost in a shootout but I’m real happy to see us fight back,” said Ciccarello. Revere’s goals were scored by Gerry Visconti and James Marini, and Cam Wickens played well in goal. In a 1-1 tie in the consolation matchup against Somerville, Matt D’Annolfo ended up with Revere’s lone tally. Wickens once again manned the net for the Patriots, who stood at 1-3-2 entering this week. Revere lost both games at the Canalmen’s Tournament in Bourne two weeks ago. The Patriots were shutout, 3-0, by the hosts in the first round and lost to Westfield, 5-1, in the second contest. They resume action at Northeast Metro Tech on Saturday. pretty efficient from three-point land, shooting a respectable 36 percent. Despite producing 22 shots from the foul line, Revere made good on just 13 of them (a 59 percent average). The Patriots were solid on the boards, hauling down 37 rebounds. Capozzi led that effort with 11. The Patriots were defeated by Woburn, 59-44, in the opening round of last week’s holiday tournament. Day was the lone Revere player in double figures with 10 points. Once again, nine players made the score sheet, but the offense had its difficulties, shooting just 29 percent from the field and 3-for-12 from three-point territory. The Patriots, who sat at 2-2 after Monday’s victory, are off until Monday when they travel to take on Somerville at Bunker Hill Community College. They then host Peabody on Wednesday.
Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 2020 Speaker of the House State Representative Robert A. DeLeo Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky State Representative RoseLee Vincent School Board Member Carol Tye Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso School Committeeman-Elect Anthony D’Ambrosio Mayor Brian Arrigo & Family Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino Ward 5 Councillor John Powers Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto School Board Member Susan Gravellese School Board Member Michael Ferrante
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 11 BEACH CITY | FROM PAGE 1 New Year’s Day fire displaces three families Three families were displaced, following a two-alarm house fire at 18 Thornton St., just minutes into a rainy New Year on Jan. 1. “The house is currently uninhabitable, but it’s not a total loss,” Fire Chief Christopher Bright said. “It sustained approximately $100,000 in damage.” Guinasso and Keefe elected City Council President/Vice President In a unanimous vote, Arthur Guinasso, Sr. and Patrick Keefe, Jr. were elected as City Council president and vice president, respectively, on Jan. 7. “Anytime people call me, I return their call quickly,” Guinasso said. “Returning calls is the secret to longevity. They know that I understand and respect them so much.” Keefe, who began his fourth year on the council, said he was truly humbled to have the opportunity to serve on what he called a “great council and in Revere.” “Most of my day-to-day focus is based on taking care of the constituents of Ward 4.” Keefe said. “Quality of life issues, public safety, and continuing to make Revere the best place to live and raise a family.” City Council recognizes DeLeo on 10-year anniversary Speaker of the House of Representatives Robert DeLeo received a citation from the City Council for his years of service on Feb. 25. “My constituents have stuck by me all these years,” DeLeo said. “They’re like family to me.” Chamber of Commerce hosts Mayor’s State of the City breakfast The Revere Chamber of Commerce hosted the State of the City Business Breakfast with Mayor Brian Arrigo at the Marina Restaurant & Bar At The Wharf on Feb. 26. During the event, Arrigo spoke about the city’s economic position and thanked business leaders for their contributions. “You are the people who sponsor youth sports teams; you are the people who sponsor the road races, the golf tournaments, the sand sculpting festival and so many other events that bring happiness to so many residents throughout the year,” Arrigo said. “All of you in this room rally with donations and support when misfortune visits our city.” His priorities for 2019 included a recreation center at the Garfield School and a “City Hall On Wheels.” “You have a friend in City Hall, and we will continue to work together,” Arrigo said. “I extend my invitation to you, the leaders of Revere’s business community, to work with me and city government and assure the residents of Revere that the growth we will cultivate will also be the impetus for our prosperity.” Rizzo announces mayoral candidacy Councillor-at-Large Daniel Rizzo announced his candidacy for mayor during his 19th annual St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser on April 4. “Tonight, we’re going to have a do-over,” Rizzo said. “I’m announcing my candidacy for mayor this November.” Citywide resident parking permit and visitor parking program passes The Traffic Commission voted unanimously in May to adopt a resident citywide parking program ordinance to be effective from 12 a.m. to 6 a.m. Monday to Friday. “There’s a lot involved, and it’s not going to happen overnight,” Parking Director James Rose said. Complimentary permits were mailed to residents, and visitor passes are one per household and cost $10 each, according to Rose. City prepares for aftermath of Encore Boston Harbor opening The City of Revere announced the creation of a Casino Advisory Commission to track the potential positive and negative impacts resulting from the opening of Encore Boston Harbor in June. Potential impacts resulting from the casino were thought to include an increase in crime, soaring traffic volume and overtime costs for emergency service personnel. In June, Arrigo BEACH CITY | SEE PAGE 16 The Bagel Bin Deli on Shirley Avenue was destroyed by a fouralarm fire on Oct. 15. (Courtesy Photo) Ward 4 City Councillor Patrick Keefe, Jr. was elected City Council Vice President for 2019. (Courtesy Photo) Ward 3 City Councillor Arthur Guinasso, Sr. was elected City Council president for 2019. (Courtesy Photo) Mayor Brian Arrigo with his wife Daveen following his victory over Councillor-atLarge Daniel Rizzo in the November General Election. (Courtesy Photo) Speaker of the Massachusetts House of Representatives Robert DeLeo was honored by the City Council for a decade of service. (Courtesy Photo) Revere High School football players Joe Llanos and Mazer Ali pose with their drumsticks as offensive and defensive players of the Thanksgiving Day game in which Revere defeated Winthrop 46-31. The Patriots finished the season with a 10-1 record. (Advocate Photo by Mike Kearney) Row Row Row in Revere: Our Race For Autism Awareness had 40 teams for the 2019 event. (Advocate Photo by Tara Vocino) On July 1, the Revere High School sports teams left the Northeastern Conference after 14 years and returned to the Greater Boston League. (Courtesy Photo)
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 New Latino Council hosts gathering at Las Delicias Colombianas Founding Latino Council members Liana Jorge Matute, Juan-Carlos Ferrufino, Natividad Hernandez and Juan Jaramillo. (Advocate Photos by Tara Vocino) Mayor Brian Arrigo and State Senator Joseph Boncore (D-Winthrop) gave opening remarks. Latino Council members Juan-Carlos Aguilar and Wendy Vega. Latino Council members Raul and Norma Mora and Nelson Cano. Approximately 50 people attended the Latino Council’s gathering at Las Delicias Colombianas.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 13 By Tara Vocino A pproximately 50 members of the newly founded Latino Council recently hosted the first Latino Council gathering at Las Delicias Colombianas. According to founding member Juan Jaramillo, the Latino Council strives to achieve political and socioeconomic inclusion for people of color and to bring about change in vulnerable communities. Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Founding Latino Council member Juan Jaramillo said it was a celebration not only of the end of the year, but the beginning of a new year for the city with a growing number of Latinos empowering the community. Latino Council members Alex Amaya, Roberto Tobalino, Monse Torres Hood, Jose Manuel Arango and Gladys Oliveros. State Senator Joseph Boncore (D-Winthrop), who supported a $100,000 budget amendment for Amplify Latinx, said together, Latinos are stronger. Wendy Vega describes the Latino Council’s mission. Shown in front are Gladys Bretoneche, Natividad Hernandez, Yoseli and Yaseli Dominguez, Milagnos Torres, Sonia Sanchez, Liana Jorge Matute and Juana Morales. Shown in back are Daisy and Sonia Lithgow. Founding Latino Council member Natividad Hernandez explains the Latino Council’s foundation. Keynote Speaker Damali Vidot, who is Chelsea City Council President, started a petition to have a more reflective form of government. City and state officials were in attendance. Founding Latino Council member Liana Jorge Matute gives a closing.
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Lt. Gov. swears in James Guido as MA. Police Assoc. President Revere Police Chief James Guido, a 34-year veteran police officer and chief since 2017, was installed as Massachusetts Police Association President on Thursday, Dec. 12 at Casa Lucia Function Facility. “We advocate for working professionals to keep the thin blue line in order,” Guido said. “We represent the state’s finest, where we enforce far more than motor vehicle laws.” Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Councillor-at-Large Steven Morabito, School Committee Member Stacey Rizzo, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Ward 5 Councillor John Powers, Councillor-at-Large-Elect Gerald Visconti, City Council Vice President Patrick Keefe, Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna, Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto, School Committee Member Frederick Sannella and Ward 6 Councillor-Elect Richard Serino Revere Police Chief James Guido’s wife, Lillian, of 36 years, and their children, Jay and Nanci, with their children, Bradlee, Joshua and Matthew (not pictured), couldn’t have been prouder.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 15 Outgoing Massachusetts Police Association (MPA) President/Fall River Deputy Police Chief Wayne Furtado with incoming MPA President/Revere Police Chief James Guido. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) At the Casa Lucia Function Facility recently, Lt. Governor Karyn Polito congratulated Revere Police Chief James Guido on his installation as Massachusetts Police Association President. Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito said she met Revere Police Chief James Guido as a police captain, and she is so happy to see him climb the ranks, calling him a true professional who safeguards the people. MPA President-Elect/Revere Police Chief James Guido said the MPA Board of Directors, over which he will preside, meets monthly and hosts an annual convention. Mayor Brian Arrigo said a special person chooses to be a police officer, demonstrating incredible qualities, such as preventing crime, psychology, computer technology, leadership and vision, and works demanding hours. Speaker of the Massachusetts House Robert DeLeo joked that no one insults him more than Guido, but on a more serious note, Guido is all about public safety. State officials presented Revere Police Chief James Guido with a citation; pictured from left: Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo, Guido, Representative RoseLee Vincent and Senator Joseph Boncore. Revere Police Chief James Guido is he is elated to have Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito swear him in as Massachusetts Police Association (MPA) President and that it means a lot to have her, Mayor Brian Arrigo and Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo present. Outgoing Massachusetts Police Association (MPA) President/Fall River Deputy Police Chief Wayne Furtado (left) hands incoming MPA President/Revere Police Chief James Guido a gavel. Members of the Massachusetts Police Association came out for the swearing-in ceremony.
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 THE SECURE ACT C 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 year in which you reach age 70 ½ to April 1st BEACH CITY | FROM PAGE 11 said that in the coming months, statistics would be compiled into a formal report and sent to the state, which would help Revere to justify its request for additional financial support. The commission would track changes in short-term rental activity and calls for police and fire service as well as any increase in activity at local pawn shops and other secondhand dealers. It all revolves around the fact that Revere doesn’t have a surrounding community agreement in place with Wynn Resorts, despite sharing a border with Everett, it isn’t considered a surrounding community. “We want residents to know that we have their back,” Arrigo said. “I can’t control what happens in another city, but I can control what happens here.” Athletics to switch back to Greater Boston League Effective July 1, the Revere Public Schools sports teams departed the Northeastern Conference and returned to the Greater Boston League. Regional principals voted 11-1 to make the reversal. According to Athletic Director Frank Shea, four schools of similar size and competitiveness were voted out of the Northeastern Conference, which contributed to making the reversal. “We don’t have any ill feelings against the Northeastern Conference,” Shea said. “It’s been a great 14 years.” Row Row Row winners share team names, race times and inspiration August saw the Third Annual Row Row Row in Revere Our Race for Autism Awareness, featuring 40 teams – 12 more teams than last year. Proceeds lowing the 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 elfoligible 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 duck hunting radius. A Home Rule Petition, which mimics a bill that State Representative RoseLee Vincent (D-Revere) filed, would prevent the discharge of firearms for hunting purposes less than 1,500 yards seaward from the shoreline at Revere Beach or Point of Pines. “Picture walking along America’s First Public Beach on a brisk sunny morning anytime between mid-November to lateJanuary, and all of a sudden, you hear ‘Pop, Pop, Pop,’ the sound of gunshots,” Vincent said. “Or that you are a child waiting for the school in the Point of Pines neighborhood of Revere and you begin hearing gunshots.” Amazon In October, Mayor Brian ArAnthony D’Ambrosio from the event went to building two sensory walks at the A.C. Whelan Elementary School and funding events for the Special Education Parent Advisory Council. This year, the route ran from the Point of Pines Yacht Club to the North Shore Marina and back to the Yacht Club. Opening of Community Center marks new era Recreational opportunities for every Revere resident took a giant leap forward on Sept. 21 when Mayor Brian Arrigo cut the ribbon to open the city’s new Community Center at the Garfield School. The Center’s activities include swimming, English for speakers of other languages, Arabic classes, therapeutic sessions, music lessons, sports clinics and basketball. Council approves duck hunting bill On Oct. 7, the City Council unanimously approved special legislation to help establish a rigo announced that Amazon would open a delivery station at the site previously occupied by the 830,000-square-foot Necco candy company at 135 American Legion Hwy. The building would be leased from property owners Atlantic Management and VMD Companies. “This is a leap into Revere’s future as a strong, modernized and prosperous city,” Arrigo said. “Amazon’s investment in our community will invigorate the local economy and promote Revere as a place where prominent, innovation-driven businesses are welcome and can thrive.” Arrigo was also the driving force behind zoning legislation that restricted the property’s use to advanced commercial activity, including technology warehousing and e-commerce. The building became vacant in September of 2018, when Necco abruptly ended operations after 15 years at the location. “The Mayor’s Office, his Economic Development staff and the City Council, particularly 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 Ward Councilor John Powers, who was adamant about keeping the Necco site as commercial property, were essential in working with Amazon and bringing assurances that Revere would be a long-term home for the company and its employees,” said Atlantic Management CEO Joseph Zink. “Mayor Arrigo was hyper-focused on increasing employment with smart economic growth policies. This is a big win for Revere and the region,” said VMD Companies Managing Director James L. Vitas II. When the new delivery station opens its doors, Amazon will become Revere’s largest employer and generate a significant increase in commercial tax revenue for the city. Amazon’s arrival also positions the Arrigo Administration to intensify its pursuit of improved regional transportation opportunities, such as a commuter rail stop at nearby Wonderland Station on the MBTA’s Blue Line. Fire destroys local iconic restaurant Often called “the real City Hall,” the Bagel Bin Deli, a popular restaurant along Shirley Avenue, was destroyed by a four-alarm fire on Oct. 15. General Manager Hansi Vlladesi thought it was all a nightmare as he was dozing off to sleep when he received the news that his family restaurant was on fire. “It’s our life,” Vlladesi said. “It was a surreal feeling and we’re still digesting everything.” Yale grad tops School Committee race Anthony D’Ambrosio, a 23-year-old graduate of Yale University, received more than 5,300 votes in the Nov. 5 General Election. “I would love to thank my 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. mother, father and girlfriend for supporting me, as I’ve probably driven them crazy over the course of the past few months,” D’Ambrosio said. “I would also like to thank each member of my incredible team.” Rizzo says farewell to City Council...for now Councillor-at-Large Daniel Rizzo said goodbye to his City Council colleagues on Nov. 18 and congratulated everyone who ran for office, regardless of whether or not they were successful. He thanked voters for giving him 14 years on the council and for his colleagues’ working relationships over the years. “I know that my years were spent here just to make Revere a place we can all be proud of, and make sure each neighborhood is adequately represented,” Rizzo said. “I want people to know that I worked as hard as I can to make that happen.” Suffolk Downs redevelopment passed by City Council On Nov. 26, the City Council, in a 10-1 vote, granted a special permit for the Suffolk Downs site, a multiphase, mixed-use, 161-acre development on William F. McClellan Highway. According to Thomas O’Brien, managing director of The HYM Investment Group, the site would feature 2.4 million square feet of office/lab space, which would provide up to 15,000 fulltime jobs. It would also include a 35,000-square-foot Innovation Center and 250,000 square feet of ground floor retail space. Hotel buildings would occupy 130,000 square feet; residential buildings would make up 2.8 million square feet, including 288 units of senior housing. An outBEACH CITY | SEE PAGE 22
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 17 Savvy Senior 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 two-page 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 1040EZ 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. To see the 2019 draft version of the new 1040-SR form, go to IRS.gov/pub/irsdft/f1040s—dft.pdf. Tax Preparation Help If you need help filing your tax returns this year, consider contacting the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (or TCE) program. Sponsored by the IRS, TEC provides free tax preparation and counseling to middle and low-income taxpayers, age 60 and older. Call 800-906-9887 or visit IRS.treasury.gov/freetaxprep to locate a service near you. Also check with AARP, a participant in the TCE program that provides free tax preparation at more than 4,800 sites nationwide. To locate an AARP Tax-Aide site call 888227-7669 or visit AARP.org/ findtaxhelp. You don’t have to be an AARP member to use this service. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. WHAT 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 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 (DMillbury) 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. Joseph Boncore 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 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
Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Keeping ahead of holiday depression and anxiety W hile the holidays can bring joy to many people, seasonal depression and anxiety grips millions of Americans each year. “The holidays can be a stressful time for many people,” said Dr. Daniel Carlat, chair of psychiatry at MelroseWakefield Hospital. “For those experiencing feelings of grief, loss, loneliness, or depression, the added demands of the holidays can add pressure and be overwhelming. It is important to acknowledge those feelings and find the right support.” Carlat said that the stress of the holiday crunch, in addition to changes in the weather and shorter periods of sunlight during the winter months, can create potential problems, and offers the following tips to help MGC | FROM PAGE 8 forces, to establish responsible gaming and research on the impacts of introducing casino gambling into Massachusetts, and to create a transparent and inclusive work environment.” Bedrosian’s effective departure date is Friday, January 10. manage holiday stress, anxiety and depression. Engage The holidays can be a good time to reach out to community, religious or other groups to get involved or do some volunteering. Some people feel lonely and isolated, and this can be a good way to stay active and engaged. Plan ahead Set a schedule and a budget ahead of time for the many holiday activities, such as shopping, cooking and visiting. Stick with your schedule and budget and reduce the last-minute crunch on your time and your wallet. Don’t be afraid to say “no” if you need a break. During a public meeting on January 9, the five-member gaming commission will discuss the process for selecting a new executive director and ratify the selection of Wells as interim. As the executive and administrative lead of the agency, the Executive Director is responsible for the oversight of MGC staff, Take care of yourself With busy holiday schedules, some people forget to stick with healthy habits. Be sure to get plenty of sleep and exercise, try to not overindulge (which can lead to more stress and guilt), and take some relaxation or meditation time for yourself. Seek professional help if needed If you are feeling persistently sad or hopeless, have a number of physical complaints, can’t sleep or feel unable to participate in normal activities, you might need to speak with a professional. Call your primary care provider and have an honest discussion about your feelings. and the administration and enforcement of the provisions of the gaming law. The Executive Director plans, directs, executes, and coordinates all administrative activities and assists the Commission in developing the policies and procedures related to the regulation of gaming in Massachusetts.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 Page 19 Massachusetts Emergency Management Program receives national reaccreditation T he Massachusetts Emergency Management Program has received full reaccreditation by the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP), signifying that the Commonwealth’s Emergency Management Program, led by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), meets or exceeds national standards for emergency management. “Our Emergency Management Program is key to protecting lives, property, and infrastructure during times of crisis,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “By guiding our prevention, preparation, response, and recovery efforts, this program is a framework for confronting the modern hazards that can arise without warning at any time and in any place. I want to commend MEMA staff and leadership for all their work making Massachusetts more resilient and consistently meeting the high standards necessary for EMAP accreditation.” “The reaccreditation of the Emergency Management Program signifies Massachusetts’ ongoing commitment to emergency planning and response,” said Lt. Governor Karyn Polito. “Thanks to the dedication of the team at MEMA, the Commonwealth’s residents and communities can rely on an Emergency Management Program that meets EMAP standards.” This is the program’s second reaccreditation by the independent body since Massachusetts’ initial accreditation in 2006. “Independent evaluation is important and affirms that the Commonwealth continues to strengthen a comprehensive emergency management program that meets sixty-four industry-recognized standards,” said MEMA Director Samantha Phillips. “Reaccreditation recognizes our ability to convene our partners and work collaboratively in preparation for, and in response to, a disaster of any type.” EMAP is a voluntary national accreditation process for state, territorial and local government programs and included a peer-review on-site assessment by a team of EMAP trained assessors. The accreditation process evaluates emerOBITUARIES James Lavoie, Sr. Of Revere passed away on December 25, 2019 at the age of 39. Born in Boston on May 1, 1980, to the late Eugene Lavoie and Donna Hess. He was the beloved father of James Hess-Lavoie, Jr. Loving Brother of Renee Lavoie and her husband Michael Kalukiewicz of New Hampshire and Amanda Melo-Lavin of Stoughton. Adored grandson of Rita Hess and the late James Hess of Revere. Cherished Uncle to Angelica Belo, Eddie and Lucas Kalukiewicz. Lifelong friend of Bernadette Leach of Revere/NH. James is also survived by loving aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his beloved dog Lexi. James was passionate about his work in construction and in his free time, he enjoyed fishing with his son. Please check back soon for service details. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Go Fund Me account in James’ name to https:// www.gofundme.com/f/holiday-heartache-james-lavoie. Diana Dano Of Revere passed away on December 21, 2019 at age 66. She was born in Albania and was an oil and petroleum cartographer. She was the beloved wife of Liu Dano, an amazing mother of Armida Dano and Anxhela Maranda, the daughter of Athina Sota and the grandmother of two wonderful grandkids. Her love and caring nature made all around her feel loved, nurtured and respected. She was immensely respected and loved by all her family and friends. Michael A. DeChiara Died on December 24, Christmas Eve in the presence of his God & loving family by his side after a brief illness, he was 86 years old; he would have celebrated his 87th birthday on January 10. A funeral service will follow in the funeral home at 2 p.m. Interment will be private. Michael was born & raised in Revere. He was educated in Revere schools. At the age of 20, he enlisted in the United States Army where he served during the Korean Conflict. Michael rose to the rank of Corporal & was honorably discharged as on Dec. 31, 1954. He was most proud of his service to his country. Michael began a long career as a meat cutter first with his uncle and then later he worked for Sprague Brothers in Boston’s Meat Packing District. Michael was happily married to Angela (Pesce) and the couple resided in Revere for many years where they raised their daughter Cheryll. They later moved to Saugus, where he remained until he became ill. Michael was known as a dedicated hardworking family man with a warm, sincere & friendly personality. He was a gentleman in every aspect of the word. He is the beloved & devoted husband of 62 years of Angela (Pesce) DeChiara, the loving father of Cheryll A. Ross & husband Alan W. Ross, Sr., the proud & cherished grandfather of Aja M. Arsenault & husband Clint , & Alan W. Ross, Jr & his fiancé Hannah DeMayo, adored great grandfather of Hunter M. , Teaghan Rose, Cadin D. Arsenault all of Saugus. Dear brother of the late Angela E. Cerasoli. Fond brother in law of Henry Cerasoli of W. Peabody, Michael Pesce & wife Ella of Revere, Frank Pesce of Revere & his late wife Carol, & Maryann Stella & Husband Louis of Lawrence. Also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews. In lieu of flowers, the family strongly would like donations to be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd. Waltham, MA 02452. Andrea DiGiulio Of Saugus, age 66, died on Thursday, December 26 at the Melrose -Wakefield Hospital . Born in Revere, she was the daughter of the late Pietro “Black Pete” & Michelina (Giglio) DiGiulio. Andrea worked as a secretary for 28 years at the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority. She was currently employed by Eaton & Eustis at the New England Produce Center in Chelsea. “Andi” grew up in a big old-fashioned Italian family, with so many aunts, uncles and cousins that were together so often, they felt more like siblings. Sunday dinner was a tradition that meant so much to her. She loved and looked forward to her vacations up at Deer Park in New Hampshire summer after summer with the whole family. She is survived by her sisters; Linda Brosseau, Valerie Cross & her husband William, Jr., Carla Dioguardo & her late husband Robert. Andi is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews who she took great pride in as if they were her very own; Bill Cross, Michelle Moore, Kim Sanford, Mike Cross, Jaime Brosseau, Maria DeMartino and Deanna Dioguardo. Great nieces and nephews that she adored; Matthew, Kristi, Michael, Taylor, Andrew, Jordan, Patrick, Kyle, Nickolas, Jenna, Joseph, Ashleigh and Giovanna. In lieu of flowers donations in her name may be made to the American Kidney Fund, www.kidneyfund.org. 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On Jan 5, 1914, due to mass production benefits, what manufacturer changed its wage rate to be $5/eight hours from $2.40/ nine hours? 7. What is the Eve of Epiphany also called? 8. On Jan. 6, 1941, whose State of the Union message concerned Four Freedoms? 9. What is the name of Little Orphan Annie’s dog? 10. Who was the first person elected to the Swimming Hall of Fame in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.? 11. What is the body’s largest internal organ? 12. What fruit is gewürztraminer? 13. On Jan. 7, 1896, who came out with “The Boston Cooking-School Cookbook”? 14. In January 1793, the first successful U.S. balloon flight was witnessed by what president? 15. On Jan. 8, 1902, what founder of humanistic psychology was born? (Hint: initials CR.) 16. What pair appeared in “Keeper of the Flame,” “Adam’s Rib” and “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner”? 17. On Jan. 9, 1913, what U.S. president was born whose parents had a citrus farm? 18. What group has a monthly magazine called Boys’ Life? 19. 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Page 22 BEACH CITY | FROM PAGE 16 door performance theater would also serve as a stormwater basin. Proposed fiscal year 2019 tax rate set The residential tax rate for fiscal year 2019 was set at $12.11 per thousand dollars. For commercial properties, it was set at $23.68 per thousand dollars, according to Board of Assessors Chairman Dana Brangiforte. Brangiforte said the residential tax rate was $12.96, and the commercial tax rate was $25.36 in fiscal year 2018. He said that although the tax THE REVERE ADVOCATE – Friday, January 3, 2020 giforte. rate decreased, the assessed values increased an average of 10 percent for a single-family home and 14.5 percent for a two-family home. The assessed value of apartments would increase by 20 percent, according to BranIS YOUR HOME NEXT? The Revere Real Estate Listings are brought to you by: City Council president receives gavel City Council President Arthur Guinasso was recognized for his service during the Dec. 9 City Council meeting. City Council Vice President Patrick Keefe, Jr. presented Guinasso with a gavel thanking him for his dedication and leadership, spanning 32 years. “I feel like a rookie – like the first day I came into office,” Guinasso said. “It’s been a great honor and privilege.” City Council bids farewell to Charlie Patch City councillors also offered words of appreciation and gratitude for Ward 6 City Councillor Charles Patch. Guinasso said Patch is going to be missed and that he loved going out to dinner with Patch every week after the council meetings. Guinasso also said that Patch was always a gentleman even when he was on the opposite side of an issue. “It’s been a pleasure to work with someone as nice as you,” Guinasso told Patch. “I give sympathy to your wife, who will have to deal without calls about potholes, street lights, drainage issues and cutting lawns.” Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. 53 Jackson Street Saugus, MA 01906 781-813-3325 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 BUYER2 Rodriguez, Jorge R Coto-Lopez, Gilma Garcia, Carlos Rebaza, Karen R Quintero-Diaz, Juan M Caro, Rios J Tobalino, Wualter B Ventura, Robert A EVERETT Lopez, Manuel SELLER1 Tieri, Antonio Trujillo-Sierra, Wilfrida Jimenez, Maribel Santos, Cornelio R Lopriore, Laura Moran, Xiomara Y 596 Brothers LLC Herrera, Henry Rappa, Ferdinand A Seminatore, Christian Have a Happy & Prosperous New Year! Misiano, Donna M SELLER2 Tieri, Eda Rodrihuez, Juan ADDRESS 34 Walnut St 1656 N Shore Rd 106 Walnut Ave 234 Mountain Ave 34 Cary Ave 77 Cushing Ave 32 Vinal St 32 Elmwood Ave #32 CITY DATE Revere Revere Revere Revere Revere Revere Revere Revere PRICE 17.12.2019 16.12.2019 16.12.2019 16.12.2019 13.12.2019 10.12.2019 06.12.2019 28.12.2018 $680 000,00 $630 000,00 $650 000,00 $545 000,00 $650 000,00 $665 000,00 $412 000,00 $385 000,00 LYNN - PRICE REDUCED! 53 Jackson St. Saugus (781) 813-3325 EVERETT - Zoned as a 3 family but used as 2, great location, open floor plan, Near Wellington Station, Encore Casino & Shopping.......$699,000 REVERE Darlene Minincleri & Sue Palomba LYNN - Great 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1 Parking space. Move-in Ready. Great neighborhood, close to public transportation & amenities..............................$284,900 EVERETT REVERE BEACH - Magnificent Ocean Views from all windows; Stainless & Granite Kitchen, Balcony, Brazilian Cherry Floors throughout...........$499,900 ADMIRAL’S HILL - Gorgeous 2 bed, 2 bath..................................$400,000 ~ APARTMENTS FOR RENT ~ Revere, Wakefield , Winthrop, East Boston from $1600 - $2900 / Some incl. all utilties. Call for details! Call for a FREE Market Analysis John Marino Lea Doherty Pat Rescigno Rosa Rescigno Xavier Ortiz Sharon D’Allesandro Kevin O’Toole Maureen Gaeta Kevin Alvorado (Office Assistant) EVERETT - 5/5 2 bdrm ea.unit. Spacious eat in kitchens, hdwd/fls, partial new roof, driveway, and more. Steps from Orange line....................$699,000 ~ Meet our Agents ~ SOLD
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