Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2020 PLANS | FROM PAGE 1 activating our standard preparedness protocols and procedures,” said Mayor Arrigo. “We believe that regular sharing of information will be key in supporting our community as this outbreak evolves. We’re asking everyone to do their part to prevent the spread of illness and follow the guidance being issued by state and federal offi cials.” Actions for All Revere Residents to Take The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has advised that the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to COVID-19. The CDC has provided a number of basic steps all residents can take to protect themselves, including washing your hands often, avoiding close contact with those who are sick, staying home when sick, covering coughs and sneezes, and cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces. Residents with questions or concerns can contact the city 24/7 simply by dialing 311, or via email at 311@revere.org. Health & Well-Being of Vulnerable Populations Older people and people of all ages with severe underlying health conditions seem to be at higher risk of developing serious COVID-19 illness. To that end, the City is taking the following measures: • The Revere Senior Center will be closed for 30 days, effective Thursday, March 12; however, services will continue. • Fitness classes regularly provided at the Senior Center will be made available on RevereTV starting March 16. • Elderly Services is initiating daily breakfast deliveries, home visits and phone check-ins for seniors. • We have reached out to local pharmacies to request increased deliveries to prevent the need for in-person pickup. • We are in close contact with leadership at senior housing and nursing facilities throughout Revere, including Friendly Garden, Jack Satter House and Hyman Towers, to offer additional support as needed. We are reinforcing guidance issued from the state for nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Revere. Revere Emergency Preparedness City of Revere public safety and health teams are participating in regular briefings with the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and are prepared to dispatch emergency volunteers within the city as needed. As of right now, City of Revere business continues as usual and PLANS | SEE PAGE 21 MassPort Noise Complaint Line: 617-561-3333 ~ POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ Gravellese Announces Run for State Representative J oe Gravellese (D-Revere) announced his candidacy for State Representative in the 16th Suff olk District on Monday, joining the race to replace outgoing representative RoseLee Vincent. He will launch his campaign with a Virtual Town Hall on Facebook on Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 PM, taking questions from residents on social media or via email at info@joegrav. com. “Massachusetts is facing serious challenges that require bold leadership,” said Gravellese. “Our transportation system is in a fullblown crisis, with commuters all over the region experiencing delays and gridlock. Housing in the Boston area is becoming increasingly unaffordable for working families. Climate change is already causing fl ooding in coastal communities like ours, and will impact us for the rest of my lifetime.” “To tackle these challenges, we need ambitious leadership that pushes to change the status quo and leave behind a better Commonwealth.” Gravellese is well-known to tory workplace practices, repair natural gas leaks, and promote clean energy. He is a Revere native, having Joe Gravellese Candidate for State Representative residents in Revere, having served in the administration of Mayor Brian Arrigo, as Chairman of the Revere Scholarship Committee, and as a member of the Revere Democratic City Committee. Gravellese also spent time working at the State House as legislative director to Rep. Lori Ehrlich (D-Marblehead), where he worked on legislation to protect workers from predagrown up in the Beachmont neighborhood before moving to West Revere. Gravellese is a 2006 graduate of Revere High School and a 2010 graduate of Boston College. Gravellese said his top priorities will include further investing in public transportation, including connecting the MBTA blue and red lines, expanding service on the commuter rail, improving the bus system, and making the system safer and more reliable. He will also push for legislation to make housing more accessible and aff ordable for working families in the Boston area; increase access to higher education, including technical and vocational programs; and transition Massachusetts to 100% clean, renewable energy. Gravellese will formally pull papers to run for office this week. Residents can learn more about Joe and his campaign at www.joegrav.com. ~ LETTER TO THE EDITOR ~ Resident speaks out in support of Whelan School teachers Dear Editor: I am writing this in support of the A.C. Whelan School teachers who I think are being unfairly treated due to their suspension. My issue with the school is in 2019 my son was refused his asthma treatments repeatedly from the nurses. The principal was well aware what was going on even with doctors letters they still refused to give my son his treatments it all fi nally stopped when I went down to the school furious they then decided to apologize to my son and I. My son begged me to let it go and not take any further action against the school. He was afraid he would be thrown out of the only school he knows where he has many friends. The impact that his teacher imprinted on my child’s life is powerful and for her not to be there to teach him on the days due to her suspension my son is now ready to tell his story on what really happens at the Whelan School. Sincerely, Anne Martin Everett's Newest Real Estate Office 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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