THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 20, 2022 Page 3 ~ POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ Linda Rosa announces candidacy for Ward 5 Council Seat L inda Rosa served on the School Committee, was elected to the City Council, the fi rst woman elected to an AtLarge seat, and was Acting Mayor. “When I was Vice-President of the City Council, John Festa was the Council President and, when he got married, he went on his honeymoon and the late Mayor George Colella went to Florida for his vacation, so I was appointed Acting Mayor!” After serving in politics, Rosa worked for Senate President Robert Travaglini, and then Senate President Therese Murray until her retirement. After retirement, she went to work for Maura Doyle, Clerk of the Supreme Judicial Court as an Outreach Coordinator. Although retired, Linda feels she’s ready to put her experience on the City Council. Rosa is married to George Rosa and has one son. SCHOOL | FROM Page 1 2 percent raise for the third year. “We negotiated for a very, very long time, which might make it seem like it was more arduous than it actually was,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly. Kelly noted that there were some changes in oversight from the union’s state agency that slowed up the process, but that overall there was a very collaborative spirit to the negotiations. “None of us left feeling like we won, because the whole point of negotiation is collaboration and mediation and fi nding the middle ground,” said Kelly. Kelly also praised the work done by the union members, especially over the last two years during the Covid-19 pandemic. “They really stepped up and did whatever they could, whenever they could, wherever they could,” HOUSING | FROM Page 2 their projects more fi nancially acceptable to investors. Off sets in the Inclusionary Zoning ordinance include: • Reduction in parking requirements, especially developments located within 1/2 mile of public transit • Reduction in dimensional requirements, such as front and rear yard, minimum lot area and fl oor area ratios • Waiver of certain permit fees Mayor Arrigo will present the Linda Rosa is shown pulling nomination papers at City Hall. said Kelly. The contract also increased the amount of money union members could cash in from unused sick leave. Previously, members could cash in $20 per unused sick day. The new contract calls for reimbursement of $25 per day for the fi rst 100 days, $30 per day for the next 100 days and $35 per day for the fi nal 100 days. In other business, Kelly said she would be meeting with local public safety offi cials on Monday to determine how many guests will be able to attend the Revere High School graduation. “One of the things we want to work on with the safety team is fi nalizing the number of guests that each graduate can bring,” said Kelly. “Once that is determined, that information will be shared with everybody.” Graduation is scheduled for Tuesday, June 7 at 6 p.m. at Harry Della Russo Stadium. The rain date is Thursday, June 9. Inclusionary Zoning ordinance to the Revere City Council on May 23. The Revere City Council will then determine if it is adopted into the city zoning code. As another tool to allow more residents to stay in Revere, the City of Revere is creating the fi rst Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance. This ordinance will provide means for residents – particularly seniors, single parents and families with grown children – to remain in their home and neighborhood and obtain extra income, security, companionship and services. We Sell Cigars & Accessories R.Y.O. TOBACCO ---------TUBES CIGAR SMOKERS DELIGHT! 15 Handmade Churchill Size Cigars including a Cohiba - Long wrapped $43.95 Celebrating our 50th Year! HUMIDOR SPECIAL! HUMIDOR SPECIAL! $99.95 Complete! Reg. Priced $149.95 * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 STORE HOURS: Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday & Holidays: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM FATHER’S DAY IS COMING! Check our in-house SPECIALS! Buy Cigars by the Box & SAVE! Competitive prices on all Brands, Great Selection Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? Call Paul at (617) 387-5457 for details. Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lein * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net
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