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Friday, February 21 at 9 PM BRANDY Saturday, February 22 at 9 PM ULTIMATE ALDEAN EXPERIENCE ~ Letter-to-the-Editor ~ A Message from Stephen Fielding: Thank You, Revere Seniors Dear Revere senior friends, As most of you know, on Friday, January 10, 2020 I was summoned to the Mayor’s offi ce and informed I was not being re-appointed as Director of Elder Affairs and the Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center. According to public record as stated by the administration, “The City of Revere is at a historic crossroads…and leadership changes were made in order to meet the ambitious goals we have set for ourselves.” Subsequently, another public statement was made by the administration that said, “…the terminations were related to job performance in a general sense, but it was more about what the Mayor’s vision is for various departments and how they interact with his administration…” I am insulted and offended that my character and reputation was defamed by the latter public statement (specifi c to job performance) and that this disparaging comment was a rebuttal to those individuals who have voiced support for me and possibly the others who were terminated. Also, as a clarifi cation – no goals or vision for the Elder Aff airs Department going forward were ever shared with me. Therefore, it leaves me questioning what that very ambiguous response means. I am deeply disheartened that I cannot continue as director and be with you each day. You are my friends forever and I already miss you so much! My passion and compassion for you made each day at the senior center a wonderful life experience. I cherish the time we Friday, February 28 at 9 PM VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCE Nation's #1 Jason Aldean Tribute Saturday, February 29 at 9 PM BACK TO THE 80'S spent together. I have been overwhelmed by your outpouring of support calls, texts, emails, and personal good wishes during the last several weeks. I thank you with my whole heart. For me, seniors have always mattered and serving and appreciating seniors has always been my number one goal and top priority. My record speaks for itself and your embracing me into your daily lives during the past six and a half years refl ects that. I have always res pected, appreciated, admired, and considered you important. I fi rmly believe you are totally relevant and valuable contributors to the Revere community. During my six and a half years as Dir ector of Elder Aff airs and the Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center I tirelessly advocated and worked on your behalf, to ensure that the senior center provided you joy, comfort, and fun while also bringing to your attention topical information on specifi c senior issues in addition to referral contacts that hopefully guided you to resolve your problems or concerns. The programs, services, activities, shuttle van transportation service, and meals programs for you enriched your lives and increased senior participation. I initiated the special monthly luncheons that brought great entertainment to you. I loved watching your faces while you enjoyed these folks performing. I fondly remember the 2018 Golden Gala Dinner Dance that the Revere Council on Elder Affairs and I created that brought 285 seniors from across the city to a fun-fi lled dinner dance. It was just an amazing time for seniors. You and the senior center were highly visible in the local media, both print (Revere Journal and Revere Advocate) and electronic mediums (Revere Senior News and Revere TV) – promoting the Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center as a welcoming place for all seniors. For many of you, coming to the senior center became a way of life, a lifeline to the community and friends. It was your solace, a home away from home. I feel nothing but pride for the services I provided you. It was so rewarding to be with you. You should hold your heads high and always make sure you express your opinion and be heard because without you this city would be lacking the voice of its most prestigious citizens. I am very grateful to former Mayor Dan Rizzo for selecting me as director years ago and providing me this amazing opportunity. I thank Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo and Representative RoseLee Vincent for their genuine, heart-felt concern and support for seniors and myself. I also extend a thank-you to Senator Joe Boncore as well as those city councilors and school committee members who gave their time, attention, and gifts to seniors. As seniors say, I will see you tomorrow “God-willing”. Stay strong and don’t forget you have Senior Power. Sincerely, Steve Fielding with Danny McCarthy Trio Friday, March 6 at 7 PM Leap Year Show! RUSSO ON THE ROAD Comedy Show/Dinner/Live Band Featuring Dan Crohn Paul D'Angelo * Joe Espi 221 Newbury Street, Danvers For Tickets call (978) 774-7270 or www.breakawaydanvers.com
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