THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 2024 Page 5 MASS. HOUSE | FROM Page 1 last year’s Chapter 90 legislation, which provides funding to rural communities in addition to the standard Chapter 90 distribution. The Senate will consider the bill in its next session. “Providing funding for critical infrastructure projects through investments in the Commonwealth’s public transportation, roads, and bridges is one of the most important responsibilities that we have as members of the Legislature,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “I’m proud of the support for regional infrastructure that this legislation provides, and of the funding that it allocates for the purchasing of electric vehicles by transit authorities. I want to thank Chairman Straus and my colleagues in the House, for prioritizing this vital legislation.” “The Legislature continues to be responsive to the transportation needs of our towns and cities,” said Representative Bill Straus (D-Mattapoisett), who is House Chair of the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Transportation. “This legislation demonstrates a commitment to funding for local transportation projects with again, our new program especially for funding to rural towns. I am pleased to support this important piece of legislation which provides more tools for towns to tackle their project backlog in time for the new fi scal year starting in July.” “Chapter 90 funding is critical in supporting the safety of our aging infrastructure in Massachusetts,” said State Representative Jessica Giannino (D-Revere). “Between harsh winters and heavy transit, our ANNUAL | FROM Page 2 ted through the bite of a rabid animal. The rabies virus infects the central nervous system of animals and humans alike, ultimately causing disease in the brain and death. This year’s Malden Rabies Clinic will be held on Saturday, May 11 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Malden Central Fire Station (1 Sprague St., corner of Salem Street). The fi re station is located directly across the street from Malden High School (77 Salem St.). The cost of the Rabies Vaccination for dogs and cats is only $15.00 per shot with the following regulations: —All dogs must be leashed —All cats must be in a carrier For any questions or for more information, contact Malden Police Animal Control at 781-397-7171, x1302. RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM JESSICA GIANNINO STATE REPRESENTATIVE roadways endure regular wear and tear. This investment plays a pivotal role in aiding the health of transportation-related projects in Revere, Saugus and municipalities across the Commonwealth.” “One of the most important functions of state and municipal governments is the building and maintenance of our roads. Properly maintained roads are critical to our economy and our public safety. I am proud to have supported this important funding for our roads and our communities,” said Representative Jeff rey Rosario Turco (D-Winthrop). This legislation authorizes $150 million in programs that will support various transportation-related projects. This includes $25 million for each of the following: • Municipal Pavement Program, which focuses on the improvement of municipally owned state numbered routes • Municipal Small Bridge Program, which provides fi nancial support to cities and towns for small bridge replacement, preservation and rehabilitation projects JEFFREY ROSARIO TURCO STATE REPRESENTATIVE • Complete Streets Funding Program, which provides technical assistance and construction funding to municipalities for streets that provide safe and accessible options for all travel modes, such as walking, biking, transit and vehicles • Municipal Bus Enhancement Program, which provides grant funding to towns to build out infrastructure related to mass transit by bus, such as bus shelters, curb reconfi guration, bus lanes, and signal prioritization • Mass Transit Access Grant Program, which provides grants to municipalities for design and construction for improvements to access commuter rail stations or other mass transit stations, such as parking lots, dropoff and pick-up zones, bike storage infrastructure and electric vehicle charging infrastructure • Municipal/RTA EV Grant Program, which provides grants to Regional Transit Authorities and municipalities for the purchase of electric vehicles and related charging equipment Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S 605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus (781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com Dr. Priti Amlani Dr. Bhavisha Patel * Restorative Dentistry * Cosmetic Dentistry * Implant Restoration * Zoom Whitening * Teeth in a Day - All on 6 * Invisalign * CEREC Crowns (Single Visit Crowns) * Root Canal Treatment * Sedation Dentistry ~ Full Mouth Rehabilitation ~ Before After
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