THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, APRIL 9, 2021 Page 15 CONGRESS | FROM Page 9 “Additionally, the provisions in the bill that would mandate taxpayers to fund future campaigns is extremely problematic, and serves as a political bailout for Members of Congress. Voters should always be able to donate to the political candidates that best represent them, and their hard-earned tax dollars should not be used to support candidates whom they might disagree with,” said Craney. “HR 1 is the biggest threat to free speech in decades. It PARKING | FROM Page 1 Local city councillors and state delegation members have received numerous complaints since the announcement for metered parking as the region prepares to come out of a tough year battling Covid, stay-at-home workers and virtual at-home schooling. With gas prices skyrocketing along with airfares, a trip to the beach has now become expensive for the region of low-income and middle class families hit the hardest by Covid restrictions looking to relax and cool off locally this summer. Ward 5 Councillor John Powers, whose jurisdiction covers the northern section of the beach, stated he is adamantly opposed to the parking meters and will submit a motion for the April 26 City Council meeting to provide relief to the beach residents. According to Powers, his motion requests the state’s Energy and Environmental Aff airs Secretary, Kathleen Theoharides, who oversees the DCR under Gov. Charlie Baker, to look at parking from the westerly side of the boulevard from the former ballfi eld at Revere Street to Carey Circle, to have the state (DCR) adjust or redesign the parking for the residents who are older residents and retirees. “Why should they have to pay to park in front of their house?” said the longtime councillor. Powers said many older residents have family members, visiting nurses and care workers who visit who would now have to pay to park. “Revere has been very receptive to the governor,” said Powers. “I hope he addresses this situation and helps the 1,500 residents who live in that section of the boulevard.” Powers is also seeking resident and visitor permit parking to protect Point of Pines residents. Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky said that Revere residents should be allowed to park at no cost, stating via text to The Revere Advocate, “The would suppress Americans’ First Amendment rights while subsidizing politicians’ campaigns with taxpayer dollars. It would expose citizens to harassment for their deeply-held beliefs while transforming the Federal Election Commission into a partisan agency under control of the president. Far from a bill ‘for the people,’ HR 1’s 300 pages of new rules and restrictions on speech are a gift to Washington insiders and high-priced campaign finance attorneys,” said Institute for Free Speech Chairman Bradley Smith. DCR should allow Revere residents permits for free parking or accept the City Permit stickers to recognize Revere residents for free parking. The funds from parking should be designated for the upkeep of Revere Beach only and not used for other parts of the DCR park system.” In a statement released on Thursday, Mayor Brian Arrigo stated: “Today I spoke with Commissioner Montgomery regarding DCR's plans to install parking meters on Revere Beach Boulevard, and expressed our residents’ many concerns regarding the impacts of these actions. The Commissioner has committed to work with my team and our legislative delegation in the coming days on solutions to address concerns and mitigate impacts. I want to thank Senator [Joseph] Boncore and Representatives [Jessica] Giannino and [Jeff rey] Turco for their partnership in advocating in the interest of our residents. “Prior to this week’s notification that installation of meters would begin, one public meeting was held by DCR on this issue in October 2020. At that meeting I expressed that I would not support a plan that ignores residents' concerns, and my position remains unchanged. Revere Beach is a DCR property unlike any other, and its unique attributes must be considered in any parking plan. “We will work with the state on behalf of our residents in the coming days, and I will share more details about the outcomes of these conversations as soon as they are available.” This week a statement released by DCR announced the implementation of rolling lane closures along Revere Beach Boulevard from Eliot Circle to Carey Circle from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through April 23, 2021, to accommodate the installation of parking meters. Onelane travel remains open; traffi c patterns are clearly marked, and DCR personnel are onsite. Parking meter payments will take eff ect on May 1, 2021. OBITUARIES Emily E. (Granese) Surette A ge 88, of Saugus, formerly of Chelsea, died at the Saugus Center Nursing Home on Saturday, March 27. She was the wife of the late Richard O. Surette. Born in Revere, Mrs. Surette was the daughter of the late Michael D. and Mary E. (Flammio) Granese. Mrs. Surette is survived by her four children, Richard B. Surette of NH, Michael P. Surette of NH, David O. Surette of Saugus and Nancy Surette of Saugus; three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her granddaughter Kelly. Joanna (Lanovara) Correnti barino and her husband Nicholas, and Igna Gibson, and great grandmother of Ronald, Owen, Victoria, Julia, Vincenzo and Brooklyn. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. In lieu of fl owers donations in Joanna’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or stjude.org. Albert “Alby” A. Aurigemma ant and a Revere Auxiliary Police Offi cer. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Alby’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by visiting www.stjude.org. John R. Festa 90 77 O f Revere, formerly of Malden and Saugus, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2021. She was 83 years old. Joanna was the wife of the late Salvatore J. Correnti. She was the beloved mother of Denise Gibson and her husband Carson of Revere. Joanna was the dear sister of Vincent Lanovara and his companion Linda May and Joseph Marino and his wife Carmen. She was the cherished grandmother of Matthew Black and his wife Gina, Amanda Garyears of age, of Peabody, formerly of Revere, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, April 2, 2021. Cherished son of the late Leonard and Rose (Matarazzo) Aurigemma. Beloved husband of 53 years to Jackie (Carifi o) Aurigemma. Loving father of Tracy Aurigemma and her loving companion Michael Micciche and Amy McManus and her husband Richard. Adored grandfather of Olivia, Bryn and Giuliana. Caring brother of the late Joseph Aurigemma. Also survived by his sisters-in-law Lisa Brown and Donna Carifi o and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Alby served 22 years in the National Guard. He was a retired Suff olk County Sheriff Lieutenyears of age, of Revere, formerly of Everett, passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2021. Cherished son of the late Gabriel and Edith (Marciano) Festa. Devoted husband of Phyllis (Colameta) Festa for 70 years. Loving father of daughter, Pamela J. Rao and her husband Joseph Jr. of Billerica, and son John R. Festa Jr. of Boston. Adored grandfather of Jennifer McLaughlin, and Joseph P. Rao III. Great grandfather of Kaeleigh and Nathan McLaughlin, and Anna Rao. Great great grandfather of Charlotte Malette. Dear brother of G. Daniel Festa, Karyn Russo, and the late Marilyn Gaylardi, and Judith Storella. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Veteran of USMC Korean War, “Once A Marine Always A Marine” Semper Fi. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, all services were held private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John’s name to St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 670 Washington Avenue, Revere, MA. ~ Home of the Week ~ SAUGUS...Nicely located 7+ room Colonial featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, updated kitchen with granite counters, granite peninsula with seating and ceramic View the interior of this home right on your smartphone.
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