Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2020 COUNCILLOR | FROM PAGE 4 essential gear needed to prevent the spread of this highly contagious virus and keep our front-line workers safe. That’s unacceptable and illegal,” said AG Healey in a press release announcing the emergency regulation. Other councillors also expressed support for McKenna’s motion and her willingness to publicly call out businesses that have been exploiting residents. “I found it disgraceful as constituents were texting pictures of businesses around the Space for Lease 3 Large Rooms, each with Large Walk-in Storage Area. or Aerobics Studio. Located at Route 1 South at Walnut Street. Rollerworld Plaza, Route 1 South, 425 Broadway, Saugus. Call Michelle at: 781-233-9507 RIGHT BY YOU RIGHT BY YOU BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT city that were taking advantage of us,” said Ward 6 City Councillor Richard Serino. “I think we should name and shame them.” Councillor-at-Large Gerry Visconti agreed that reports about businesses hiking prices on essentials were appalling. “This is not what this city is about,” said Visconti. “People shouldn’t be raising prices; they should be lowering prices to assist us as we try to assist residents.” Councillors did share stories about several local businesses that were helping. Councillor-at-Large George Rotondo said Market Basket had donated batches of bags to help volunteers deliver supplies to residents, and Luberto’s had installed a hand sanitizer and STRESS | FROM PAGE 10 risks or negati ve consequences of COVID-19 (diff erent than recommended preparedness from CDC) • Co-ruminati ng (i.e., worrying out loud with others) – possibly leading to increased intensity of strong emoti ons • Impulsive or high-risk behavior that reduces stress in short-term only (e.g., excessive spending, gambling, etc.) SATTER HOUSE | FROM PAGE 1 of Revere on March 19, 2020. • There are no disruptions to basic City services provided by Revere Police, Fire, EMS, DPW and Revere 311. • Residents should subscribe for email and text message notifications at revere.org/coronavirus. • Revere 311 remains fully staff ed, and residents with questions or concerns are encouraged to reach the City by dialing 311 (or 781-286-8311) or emailing Revere311@revere.org. • All City buildings are closed JOE BONO owner of THE BERRY TAVERN, AL DENTE, BENEVENTO’S, AND BENCOTTO OVER 20 YEARS OF BANKING WITH EVERETT BANK “I can be myself and they can be themselves. Regular people doing business the right way.” to the public until further notice, and services to residents remain available at Revere.org. • All City parks and playgrounds are closed until further notice. • Revere Public Schools’ grabVISIT US TO TALK ABOUT HOW WE CAN DO RIGHT BY YOUR BUSINES S 419 BROADWAY, EVERETT MA 02149 | 61 7 . 38 7 . 1 1 10 7 7 1 SALEM ST, LYNNFIELD, MA 01940 | 78 1 . 7 7 6 . 4444 Member FDIC Member SIF EVERETTBANK . COM and-go meal services are available to all students and families at all eight school sites. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to any child that needs it on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Children will receive meals for multiple days at each pick up. • A mutual aid informational packet for residents is now available on Revere.org, providing a wide range of resources related to issues like access to food, health care and transportation, housing rights and more. The online document will be updated daily at 4 p.m. was ensuring that people were keeping safe through social distancing. McKenna also praised a local business refusing to take advantage of the demand on items in short supply. “I want to say kudos for Big Lots for selling a case of water for $3,” she said. McKenna added that National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Director Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is leading the national response to the coronavirus emergency, said tap water is safe to drink. “And Revere has one of the best tap waters in Massachusetts, so you don’t have to go to the grocery stores and get bottled water, you can just take it from the tap,” she said. Additional resources The emotional impact of a crisis can depend on many factors, such as preexisting mental health conditions, availability of resources, past experiences, and social and economic circumstances. Contact your healthcare provider if you find that your stress reactions are significantly interfering in your daily life for several days in a row. • The City of Revere has published a page that outlines resources for impacted small businesses, employers, nonprofi ts and workers. The page will be updated by City staff on an ongoing basis, as information becomes available. • The City of Revere’s volunteer database is open for individuals seeking to lend a helping hand over the next several weeks. Actions for all Revere residents to take DPH has issued a “Stay At Home” Advisory for all residents, eff ective through April 7, and Governor Charlie Baker has prohibited gatherings of more than 10 people. Stay At Home means avoiding any unnecessary travel and activities from now until April 7. Residents over the age of 70 or with underlying health conditions should limit interactions with other people as much as possible. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has advised that the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus, and has provided a number of basic steps all citizens 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.
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