THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2021 Page 7 Mass. Retirees Association Endorses Jeffrey Turco for State Representative BOSTON, MA – On Wednesday, the Massachusetts Retirees Association endorsed Jeff rey Turco for State Representative, 19th Suff olk District. The seat was vacated by former Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo and a Special Election is set for March 30th with the Primary being held on March 2nd . “Mass Retirees is proud to endorse Jeff Turco for State Representative. Not only is Jeff someone we have worked closely with on a variety of issues for many years, but he is also someone we view as a friend and supporter of public retirees,” said Mass Retirees President Frank Valeri. “I got to know Jeff very well when we both worked in the State Senate. He’s the ideal candidate to hit the ground running on day 1, with a wealth of experience and deep roots in the community.” Throughout the Massachusetts Retirees Association’s 52year history, the Association has become widely recognized as one of the strongest lobby groups on Beacon Hill. Its 52,000 members consist of retirees of the state, teachers’, city, town, county, authority and district retirement systems. “As a longtime supporter of the association and someone familiar with the type of lawmakers that Mass Retirees aligns with, this endorsement is a huge honor,” said Turco. “I look forward to advocating on behalf of all the women and men who so generously dedicated the better Oil Burner Service • Oil Filter • Cleaning • Tune-Up $140 Call 781-324-2770 JEFFREY TURCO Candidate for State Rep part of their lives to serving their communities and the Commonwealth.” About Jeff rey: As a seasoned attorney with local roots, Jeff rey Turco is the ideal blend of experience and professionalism, with the knowhow to be a strong leader for his community in these most uncertain times. In 2005, Jeff rey was the Special Sheriff and Superintendent of the Worcester County Sheriff 's Offi ce and starting in 2006 was appointed a Special Assistant Attorney General representing the Agency. Since 2011, Jeff rey has owned and operated the Law Offi ce of Jeff rey Rosario Turco in Chelsea. Working for his community has always been in the forefront for Turco, for two years he served as Town Council President in Winthrop and a School Committee member. Jeffrey resides in Winthrop with his wife, the former Melissa Carbone, and their six children. Council to honor Fatou Drammeh for city service By Adam Swift T his month, the City Council is honoring one of its hardest working and most compassionate residents. Monday night, the council unanimously approved a motion to award a Certifi cate of Appreciation to Fatou Drammeh for her commitment and dedication to Revere. The motion was introduced by councillors Richard Serino, Jessica Ann Giannino and Patrick Keefe. The council is looking to present the certificate to Drammeh in person later this month. Drammeh is the founder of Women Encouraging Empowerment, a local non-profit organization in Revere that works to educate, advocate for, and protect and the most vulnerable populations in the community. Additionally, through the COVID-19 pandemic, several councillors pointed out that Drammeh has gone above and beyond to connect residents with resources. Drammeh is currently the coordinator of the Revere Community School. “Anybody who knows Fatou knows that the community lives within her heart,” said Serino. “Even before the Covid pandemic, she was very involved in helping people in the community. When I called her last week to tell her I was going to fi le this motion, she was so humbled, and she said, ‘When I wake up in the morning, I just pray that I make one person’s life a little bit better through my work.’ She is a saint in our community.” Keefe said Drammeh was a key fi gure in helping the community when the pandemic first started ravaging ReHONORING | SEE Page 8
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