Vol. 34, No.21 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Have a Safe & Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Free Every Friday 781-286-8500 City Council approves $500M bond authorization for new Revere High School By Barbara Taormina I t’s done. Revere will move forward and build the new high school on the former Wonderland Dog Track site. City councillors voted 9-2 this week to authorize a $493,217,901 bond to pay for the new school along with approximately $238 million supported by Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Grant funding. Mayor Patrick Keefe, who has pushed hard to get the school built at Wonderland, spoke briefl y to the council before their vote. “This is the city’s largest bond authorization ever,” Keefe told the council. “ For the last four years, we have worked relentlessly to make sure we make the best choice. The council has asked every question, turned over every stone. Whatever your decision is, I respect it.” Unlike prior council meetings and presentations regarding the high school, there were no emotional speeches or contentious exchanges. City CounAPPROVES | SEE Page 2 Patrick Keefe, Jr. Mayor Dr. Janis Cotter and PJ Cotter retire after over 50 years in Revere Special to Th e Advocate “I will truly miss my visits to Dr. Cotter’s offi ce. Since I was S tate Representative Jessica Giannino (D-Revere) and her grandmother Joann, both longtime patients of Dr. Janis Cotter, presented citations to her and her brother Philip “PJ” Cotter on Monday in recognition of their retirement and service to the city of Revere. Parkway Optical has been a staple in the community for over 67 years. a young girl, her and PJ have been an integral part of my life and so many in our community,” said Rep. Giannino. “They treated their patients and customers like family and for that, I will be forever thankful. I wish Dr. Cotter and PJ all the best in their retirement. I hope that they can enjoy these years to come together with their family and friends, taking well deserved time to enjoy what they love. Parkway Optical will leave a vacancy on Broadway that cannot be fi lled.” “Parkway Optical has been a part of the fabric of Revere for nearly seventy years. It is truly a loss to Revere to lose this family run business but certainly a well-deserved retirement for Dr. Cotter and her brother, PJ. I joined their customers and all RETIRE | SEE Page 5 Friday, May 24, 2024 School Committee focuses on cell phones and attendance By Barbara Taormina T he school committee tackled two issues this week that raised the question of whether Revere was returning to the old days of education. Committee member Anthony Caggiano opened a discussion on cell phones. “Cell phones have to leave the classroom, period, end of conversation,” said Caggiano adding it’s impossible not to see how disruptive they are. The committee approved a cell phone policy last year that does not allow cell phone use in class. High school students can carry their phones and use them during their lunch period. Students who do use a phone in class can have their phone confiscated and returned at the end of the period. Repeated off enses would mean a confiscated phone could only be returned to parents. Anthony Caggiano School Committee Member “Too many teachers won’t take phones away,” said Caggiano who added a ban on cell phones in schools is being considered at the state level. He suggested Revere be ahead of the curve and ban them now. “Do the teachers a favor and throw them out of the classroom,” he said. PHONES | SEE Page 5 Remember and Honor City to Host Annual Memorial Day Services May 27 O n Monday, May 27, 2024, the city will hold observance as well as an event following the observance at the American Legion Hall. This year’s keynote speaker will be Commander BJ Farrell, 77th the US Constitution. The program begins at 12:30 pm at McMackin Veterans Memorial Park, 249 Broadway, Revere, adjacent to Revere City Hall. Following the program, a Commanding Offi cer of Meet and Greet with combat veterans will take place at 1:30 pm at the American Legion Post 61, which will include a barbecue and live music by Ryan and Tommy Flynn. All residents are invited to attend. Shown from left to right: State Representatives Jessica Giannino and Jeff rey Turco with Dr. Janis Cotter (in white) and “PJ” Cotter (in blue).
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But no one from the public stepped forward to Celebrating Our 52nd Year Chris 2024 the District Attorney’s Office, the MBTA, the Department of Conservation & Recreation and other key stakeholders. Two of the items discussed during the meeting were an updated communications plan between the agencies and stakeholders and a plan to increase public safety visibility. “It’s important that we take proactive action now,” Mayor Keefe commented. He continued, noting, “This is one of the fi rst, and defi nitely the largest, meetings ever hosted with focus on a public safety plan for speak in favor or in opposition to the bond. According to a press release by the Mayor’s Offi ce, the origins of the project date back to 2016, when the City of Revere began submitting annual applications to the MSBA for support in constructing a new high school. On the third attempt, in 2018, the MSBA invited the City of Revere to participate in their Core Project Program. Since then, the project has made signifi cant strides, including procurement, designer selection, location selection and design. Now, the project has received the required funding to move forward. The City and School Building Committee anticipate that the school will have a useful life of at least 50 years. The decision comes after months of financial review meetings hosted by Mayor Keefe and CFO Rich Viscay. “I worked closely with elected offi cials to make sure that all of the fi nancials, as well as the building process, were clearly spelled out. It is important to me that each person made an informed decision.” Mayor Keefe added, “It says a lot that we all were able to share our input and work together for a common goal, with our students and faculty in mind.” Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri agreed that extra time was needed to approve the spending for the school. “Is it scary? Yes, but we don’t live in a perfect world but our students need a perfect education,” said Silvestri. Councillor-at-Large Juan Pablo Jaramillo said he owes his career to the education he received at Revere High. “We owe it to our kids to give them a chance. We owe it to them to build a high school. It’s an investment in the well-being of our future,” said Jaramillo. Revere Beach over the course of this summer.” For Mayor Keefe, public safety is a top priority: “There is always a steep spike in visitors from other communities when temperatures start warming up. With the summer season just around the corner, we want to make this message clear.” Mayor Keefe spoke to the signifi cance of the meeting: “Make no mistake, we are aware of residents’ concerns. We want summer trips to Revere Beach to be a safe and positive experience, for residents and visitors alike.” Councillors-at-Large Michelle Kelley and Anthony Zambuto voted against authorizing the bond. “The risk is too great,” said Kelley, who listed the viability of the Suffolk Downs development, the uncertain economic atmosphere and the pending $100 million eminent domain lawsuit the former owners of Wonderland have fi led against the city as some of the reasons she felt the large bond authorization was too great a chance to take. “There are too many residents, seniors, who fi nd it diffi - cult to stay in their homes,” she said, adding that a proposition 2 1/2 override would be devastating for some residents. “I’m here to protect the taxpayers, that’s what I do,” said Zambuto, who has consistently opposed the project at Wonderland. “There are too many uncertainties, including unknown costs for the land. This is built on a house of cards. It’s irresponsible for me to vote for this bond — that’s why I’m not going to do it.” Cogliandro expressed his confi dence in the Keefe Administration. “This is a willingness to take a risk; we all know that,” he said. “My vote is about my trusting the ability of the administration to fi nd the right way to pay for this school.” “I am very proud of all of our elected offi cials for making this courageous decision,” said Mayor and School Building Committee Chairperson Patrick M. Keefe Jr. Mayor Keefe continued, “One of the greatest status symbols of a city is a strong, well-equipped public school system. This decision does not only benefi t the future students and teachers of Revere, but future families and property owners who may choose to plant their roots in our community.”
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 Page 3 MASSACHUSETTS HOUSE PASSES INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY BOND BILL $1.23 billion bond bill would modernize the Commonwealth’s IT infrastructure B OSTON — Wednesday, May 15, 2024 — The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed An Act to provide for the future information technology needs of Massachusetts, also known as the FutureTech Act. This bill authorizes $1.23 billion in bonded spending and utilizes an additional $400 million in anticipated federal funding to bolster critical information technology projects across the Commonwealth. The initiatives included in the bill aim to modernize the Commonwealth’s information technology infrastructure, enabling agencies to operate with enhanced effi ciency while also upgrading cybersecurity eff orts. By investing in these advancements, Massachusetts seeks to broaden access to vital services and information, ultimately enhancing the digital landscape and user experience for all residents. “Ensuring that the Commonwealth is investing heavily in our technology infrastructure is critical, as protecting against cybersecurity threats, and enabling state agencies to operate with an increased level of effi ciency, are vital aspects of our eff ort to make Massachusetts more safe, eff ective, and prepared in a world dominated by increasingly sophisticated technologies,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “I want to thank Governor Healey for fi ling this legislation, as well as Chairs Michlewitz and Finn for their critical input, and for guiding this bill through the legislative process. I am grateful to all of my colleagues in the House for recognizing the importance of this bill, and for voting to pass it.” “The FutureTech Bond Bill will make state government more accessible and more eff ective for everyone in Massachusetts by ensuring our IT systems are up-todate, safe and secure, and easy to use. This will put Massachusetts in a stronger position to take advantage of new innovations, like applied AI, in ways that benefi t our residents, businesses and economy. We are grateful to Speaker Mariano and the House for moving this bill forward,” said Governor Maura T. Healey. “The FutureTech Act positions Massachusetts as a leader in current and emerging technologies,” said Representative Jessica Giannino (D- Revere). “ This bill not only ensures that our state’s technological competitiveness stays up-to-date, but also supports innovation at the local level, ultimately saving towns and cities money through improvements to their networks.” “The FutureTech Act will provide the Commonwealth a more safe, reliable, and effi cient technological experience for everyone. I want to thank leadership for their forward thinking on these emerging technologies and innovations, including all the ways it is set out to protect the people as well as increase user ability. I believe this bond bill is critical for cybersecurity and the technological growth of the Commonwealth,” said Representative Jeff rey Rosario Turco (D. Winthrop). “The passage of the FutureTech Act of 2024 marks a signifi cant milestone in Massachusetts’ journey towards technological advancement and growth, promising a safer, more connected future for all residents,” said Representative Michael J. Finn (D-West Springfield), House Chair of the Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures, and State Assets. The FutureTech Act not only ensures the seamless operation of essential government functions but also lays a foundation for future innovation. Key initiatives include the implementation of transformative projects like the Business Enterprise Systems Transformation (BEST) and the Commonwealth Digital Roadmap, both aimed at enhancing administrative workfl ow effi ciency and streamlining state operations. The bill also supports a new project to consolidate and modernize the Division Occupational Licensing (DOL)’s licensing database. This project will replace the current outdated infrastructure, which relies on paper fi les as well as manual data entry and review, resulting in delayed application and renewal processing. The bill also includes authorizations for the continued rollout of the Employment Modernization Transformation (EMT), a project which will provide both employers and those seeking unemployment insurance with a new portal to conduct state-facing employment activities, facilitating a streamlined claims process for uploading information with a mobile-friendly design and increased accessibility features. In addition to addressing the Commonwealth’s immediate needs, the FutureTech Act embraces a forward-looking strategy to position Massachusetts as a leader in current and emerging technologies. By allocating funds for future AI projects and supporting initiatives like the Municipal Fiber Grant Program, the bill not only ensures our state’s technological competitiveness today, but also supports innovation at the local level, ultimately saving Jessica Giannino State Representative towns and cities money through enhancements to their networks. Investments include: • $750 million to improve service delivery to the public, including: - $120 million for Business Enterprise Systems Transformation (BEST) - $100 million for Commonwealth Digital Roadmap - $240 million for Health Insurance Exchange - $90 million for One Health • $200 million for technology or telecommunications infrastructure improvements or maintenance, including: - $52 million for Employment Modernization Transformation (EMT) - $10 million for Integrated Eligibility and Enrollment Program - $12 million for Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFA) Jeff rey Rosario Turco State Representative Modernization - $30 million for Electronic Health Records Modernization • $200 million to support the security of the Commonwealth’s IT Infrastructure, including: - $3 million for Criminal Justice 360 System - $5 million DOC Radio Modernization Initiative - $17 million Emergency Assistance Family Shelter Technology System • $250 million for various strategic initiatives, improvements to business intelligence, and modernization of governmental functions, including: - $15 million for Integrated Digital Data Services (IDDS) - $13 million for Enhanced Student Financial Aid Access MASS HOUSE | SEE Page 7 Lawrence A. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 Page 5 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 Shown are State Representatives Jessica Giannino and Jeff rey Turco with Dr. Janis Cotter and “PJ” Cotter. In the black sweater: Nicole Severino; orange jacket: Tricia Nagle; kneeling: Susan ConleyGinsburg; brown sweater: Jane Fields; striped sweater: Brenda Simon. Lastly, next to Rep. Giannino is her grandmother, Joann Giannino. RETIRE | FROM Page 1 residents of Revere in wishing them both good health in the future,” said State Representative Jeff rey Rosario Turco (DWinthrop). Parkway Optical was founded in 1957 by Philip Cotter — Janis and PJ’s father. PJ joined the family business part-time in high school in 1973 and later became a certifi ed optiPHONES | FROM Page 1 Superintendent Diane Kelly, who has expressed concerns about teachers taking a phone and students physically responding, said there has been talk about a contract program with families, most of whom carry their kids on their phone plans. Kelly said parents can go into their plans and limit their student’s phone use to emergency calls during school hours. Kelly suggested some parents would embrace the idea of a contract. Committee members agreed to continue hammering out a policy as they have three upcoming months to fi gure out which way to go with a cell phones. Attendance, which is down since before Covid, was also up for discussion at this week’s meeting. Committee member John Kingston shared a story about a conversation with a retired teacher who told him about a student who missed 15 days of school while travelling with his family. Kingston questioned the attendance policy and if there were any consequences for students who missed so much class time. Supt. Kelly intervened and said if a student can miss 15 days and still master class concian in February 1980. Janis, too, worked there part-time in high school and college. She earned her doctorate in optometry from the New England School of Optometry in 1985 and has worked there as the optometrist ever since. Many other Cotter family members have worked for this small business in various capacities, including their late mother and aunt, who handled the booktent, there’s something wrong with the class. It’s not rigorous or challenging enough. Kelly asked the committee if they wanted to go back to the old days when if you missed five days, you failed. And that’s not where committee members wanted to go. They suggested better tracking methods and alerts to parents when students are absent. keeping for many years. Janis and PJ’s sister, Trisha, and late siblings, Susan and Karen, also worked in the family business over the years in addition to many nieces and currently, PJ’s son-in-law, Dan. The business name was offi cially changed to Parkway Optical and Eye Care in 1985. This small family-run business in our community will be deeply missed. Engaging parents for an intervention about problems with attendance was seen as a next step. The committee also felt there was room to accommodate family vacations and trips. “I get off ended when you say we are going back to the old days,” committee member Aisha Milbury-Ellis said to Kelly. “We don’t want to go back, but we want to have standards.” 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
Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 MASSACHUSETTS HOUSE PASSES MAJOR HEALTH CARE LEGISLATION Legislation is largest update to health care laws since 2012 B OSTON — Thursday, May 16, 2024 — The Massachusetts House of Representatives today passed comprehensive legislation that aims to restore stability to the health care system, bolster accountability within the industry, and control health care spending to ensure that everyone in Massachusetts has access to quality, aff ordable health care. The bill also includes important updates to how the Commonwealth regulates and monitors the health care market, informed by the Steward Health Care crisis. “This bill is the most signifi cant health care market oversight and cost containment legislation in more than a decade, and is a continuation of the Commonwealth’s long-standing effort to ensure that everyone in Massachusetts has access to quality, aff ordable health care,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “I want to thank Chairs Michlewitz and Lawn for working diligently to help craft this legislation, a process that included the incorporation of input from dozens of stakeholders and outside experts, and I want to thank all my colleagues in the House for recognizing the need for this legislation amid a number of daunting challenges facing the Commonwealth’s health care system.” “I applaud House leadership and its members for passing this timely legislation, which includes many proposals from my offi ce such as strengthening our consumer protection enforcement tools and making it easier to use our authority to hold private equity owners accountable. Importantly, this legislation addresses systemic vulnerabilities brought to light by the Steward Health Care crisis to help ensure that such a crisis does not happen again,” said Attorney GenJOHN MACKEY & ASSOCIATES ~ Attorneys at Law ~ * PERSONAL INJURY * REAL ESTATE * FAMILY LAW * PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY * LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES 14 Norwood Street Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 WWW.JMACKEYLAW.COM eral Andrea Joy Campbell. “This legislation will help stabilize our health care system, and ensure accountability from all stakeholders, as we continue to recover from the aftereff ects of the pandemic. By strengthening oversight and making much needed reforms, this legislation will not only steady the industry, but will also help control costs for consumers,” said Representative Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), Chair of the House Committee on Ways & Means. “I want to thank Speaker Mariano for his commitment and dedication to this issue, as well as Chairman John Lawn, and all my House colleagues for their work and dedication to creating a more aff ordable health care system.” “This legislation looks to the past, present, and future of health care in the Commonwealth. It closes loopholes and shines a light on blind spots that allowed Steward to exploit Massachusetts patients for profit,” said Representative John J. Lawn, Jr. (D-Watertown), House Chair of the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing. “It protects and preserves underpaid community hospitals that are the lifeblood of medicine in the Commonwealth. And it plans for stable and aff ordable health care growth moving forward. This bill delivers on the House’s commitment, under the visionary leadership of Speaker Mariano, to high-quality, affordable health care for all Massachusetts residents.” “This critical legislation will increase the transparency related to the corporate structure of hospitals and other provider organizations by requiring disclosure of signifi cant for-profi t investment, enhancing penalties for failure to comply with data reporting requirements, and so much more,” said Representative Jessica Giannino (D-Revere). “I want to thank Speaker Mariano for his commitment and dedication to this issue and all my House colleagues for their hard work and dedication to creating a more aff ordable health care system.” “We are fortunate to live in Massachusetts with some of the best hospitals the world has ever seen. Despite this, the recent Steward Medical bankruptcy and the slow demise of our community hospitals are a threat to the entire system. This important piece of healthcare reform demonstrates that our Commonwealth can learn from mistakes and be nimble enough to make bold changes. History will show this legislation is an important step in stabilizing the system and improving the delivery of healthcare to our residents,” said Representative Jeff rey Rosario Turco (DWinthrop). The legislation passed continues the House’s commitment to bettering the Commonwealth’s health care system, as was demonstrated during the passage of Massachusetts’ landmark health care reform laws of 2006 and 2012. Strengthening oversight To prevent hospitals and other providers from exploiting the same gaps in the state’s regulatory structure that Steward Health Care exposed, the bill passed makes important updates to the Commonwealth’s laws that govern the oversight of hospital systems and other provider organizations. The House legislation: • Increases transparency related to the corporate structure of hospitals and other provider organizations by requiring disclosure of signifi - cant for-profi t investment, including any private equity investments, and empowers the state’s Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) to gather more fi nancial data on hospitals and other provider organizations • Enhances penalties for failure to comply with data reporting requirements, including increased fi nancial penalties, adverse consequences for licensure, and withholding approvals of future projects • Empowers the Health Policy Commission (HPC) to scrutinize certain transactions more closely for anticompetitive impacts, such as signifi cant equity investments that result in a change of ownership or control of a hospital, conversion of a hospital from a non-profit to a for-profi t entity, and a signifi cant transfer of a hospital’s assets • Expands the Attorney General’s authority to seek information from signifi cant equity investors, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and management service organizations as part of that offi ce’s statutory authority to monitor and investigate health care trends, and exposes entities with an ownership or controlling interest in a provider organization to potential liability under the state’s False Claims Act if the entity knew, but did not report, that a provider organization was defrauding MassHealth, for example The bill also makes important reforms to prevent acute care hospitals from selling their most valuable asset, their land, to REITs. When Steward sold their hospital properties to Medical Properties Trust (MPT) in 2016 for $1.25 billion, Steward agreed to lease back their former properties from MPT for exorbitant rents, syphoning away important resources and depriving the hospital operations and patients from needed investments. The House bill prohibits the future leasing of land from REITs for the operation of a hospital’s inpatient facilities and requires increased disclosure of other lease arrangements as part of the licensure process with the Department of Public Health (DPH). In response to the tragic death of a patient at one of Steward’s hospitals, the bill also improves patient safety by ensuring that DPH is notified if a hospital’s medical or surgical supplies are at risk of repossession because of a hospital’s fi nancial condition. The bill requires a secured creditor or vendor of medical equipment to notify the hospital and DPH of a possible repossession of equipment 60 days before the intended repossession. Addressing the rising cost of health care To address the rising cost of health care in Massachusetts, the bill passed reforms the HPC and the health care cost growth benchmark by establishing a benchmark-setting process that is more responsive to market HEALTH CARE | SEE Page 13
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 Page 7 RevereTV Spotlight “F abulous Foods with Victoria Fabbo” is a cooking show with health and ingredients in mind. Chef and dietician Victoria Fabbo always provides explanations about health benefi ts regarding the ingredients in her recipes. This is apparent on the latest episode of “Fabulous Foods.” In this episode, Victoria is joined by a special guest, Rose. Rose demonstrates how to make a very sentimental Persian dish, Kuku Sabzi (or Persian Herb Frittata) and Baghali Polo, which is Persian dill rice. Follow along as this episode plays on the Community Channel or watch on YouTube at your own pace to learn more! This week on “Northeast Cooks,” the students from Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School make mango key lime cheesecake. The students start with presenting the ingredients and then make this dessert together from scratch. The MASS HOUSE | FROM Page 3 - $33 million for Licensing Platform modernization • Other projects and items included in the bill: - $25 million for AI projects - $30 million for Muni Fiber step-by-step recipe starts with assembling the crust, then making cheesecake fi lling and whipping up a mousse and glaze for garnish. Head to RevereTV’s YouTube page to get the list of ingredients you’ll need and then follow along as you watch. This episode will also be replaying on the Community Channel. On Tuesday night Revere High School seniors and friends had their Class of 2024 Senior Prom. RevereTV was at Danversport to cover the red carpet as students arrived. Students got to show off their style and answer questions from a few teachers. RTV aired this live on the Community Channel and YouTube, where it can still be viewed. Watch the Class of 2024 on RevereTV again in a few weeks as they walk the stage at graduation on Wednesday, June 5 at 6:00 p.m. RevereTV will be covering graduation in its entirety live for all to watch on Grants - $150 million for local and regional IT security improvements - $25 million for Community Compact IT Grants - Establishes a new Information Technology Federal Reimthe Community Channel and YouTube. Both Revere High School and Susan B. Anthony Middle School music groups performed their spring concerts. The SBA Rock Band Show performed a variety of songs — ranging from classic rock to punk rock to modern hits. Meanwhile, the RHS Rock Pop Ensemble features a diff erent professional artist every year, and this year they performed the songs of Rush. Watch both spring performances now playing in the evenings on the Community Channel. The concerts are also posted to YouTube. RTV GOV is scheduled with the latest rotation of meetings. These include the Commission on Disabilities, License Commission, Appointments Sub-Committee, Legislative Sub-Committee, Revere City Council, Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals. All meetings play live on YouTube and remain posted there. RTV GOV is channel 9 on Comcast and 13 and 613 on RCN. bursement Fund to facilitate the use of funds to support health and human services related IT improvements. The bill passed the House of Representatives 152-2 vote. It now goes to the Senate for consideration. Local resident receives IWLCA All-Region honors E ndicott student-athlete Kiana Napolitano has received Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) All-Region honors. Napolitano was selected to the Pilgrim Region Second Team. She is now eligible for IWLCA All-America honors. The IWLCA will announce its 2023 All-America teams on May 24. Napolitano played and startGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welo welcome the loyal customers of tino Insur nce is p yal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM co ed in all 20 games this season, amassing 61 goals and 39 assists for 100 points. Those totals were all career highs — she was named to the All— Commonwealth Coast Conference First Team earlier this month for the second consecutive season. Napolitano’s career ranks include the following: 5th in points (254), 4th in points per game (3.58), 8th in
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 A t Danversport Yacht Club in Danvers Tuesday night. Over 300 Revere High School Students Celebrate Senior Prom Shown from left to right, are: Victoria Rocha, Isabella Qualtieri, Kristina Simons, Valery Zamora and Sam Pinto. Emily Bonasoro and Mercedes Guerrero. Sebastian Perdomo and Luna Hernandez. 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM 12-9 p.m. $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com Shown from left to right, are: Sophia Grullon, Ariana Mendoza and Emily Heckley. Revere High School Assistant Principals Laura Sanchez, at left, and Pierina Santos-Margaritov. Shown from left to right, are: Nicholas Barry, Alexander Han Ith, and Diego Madrigal Martinez. Faith Ronoh, at right, and Rebekah Arias. Ezekiel Aponte and Valeria Salas Herrera. Getting out of the limo, shown from left to right, are: Angel Reyes, Jose Ozuna, Marely Flores, Casey Ganjolli, Julia Vajao, and Hadia Bellemsieh. The Sam’s — Sam Medina, at right, and Sam Posasa.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 Page 9 Shown from left to right, are: Irene Yordi, Ally Straccia, Antonio Milito, Riley Straccia, Elias Ruiz Arevalo, Vincent Ruggieri, and Juliana Bolton. Shown from left to right, are: Fatima Dahbani, Kelsey Taing and Alice Chen during Tuesday’s Revere High School Senior Prom at the Danversport Yacht Club. Shown from left to right, are: Paris Peugeot Peña, Katelyn Leary, and Santiago Gil. Shown from left to right, are: Emily Deleon and Eric Sekenski. Shown from left to right, are: Miah Figueroa, Sara Rago, Jalen Smith, Allen Hou, Bella Toledo, Grace Coff ey and Olivia Rocino. Shown from left to right, are: Daniel Figueroa, Sarai Cifuentes, Keven Morales, and Guadalupe Alvarado. Marcus Heywood and Melanie DeFaz. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)
Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 Memorial Day 2024 Though we can never repay our debt to them, we honor those men and women State Representative Jessica Giannino & Family State Representative Turco & Family Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky Angela Ward 5 Councillor Guarino-SawayaGuarino-Sawaya Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School Committee & Revere School Committeeman Anthony Caggiano Councillor -at-Large Councillor-at-LargeCouncillor-at-Large Juan Pablo Jaramillo & Family Remember and Honor - City to Host Annual Memorial Day Services May 27 On Monday, May 27, 2024, the city will hold observance as well as an event following the observance at the American The program begins at 12:30 pm at McMackin Veterans Memorial Park, 249 Broadway, Revere, adjacent to Revere City Hall. Following the program, a Meet and Greet with combat veterans will take place at 1:30 pm at the American Legion Councillor -at-Large Anthony Zambuto
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 Page 11 Memorial Day 2024 Though we can never repay our debt to them, we honor those men and women World War I Max Achenbach William Batstone John Breen Charles N.E. Brown John R. Butler Euplio Cerrone Joseph W. Chamberlain Pasquale Colangelo Douglas C. Cummings Joseph DiItalia Frank P. DiPesa Richard D. Donnelly Francis J. Driscoll Frank Erricolo John F. Fitzpatrick Charles N. Fredericks William H. Hartley Raymond Lawrence Carl W. Mabie Samuel P. Mahoney Richard R. Marshall John Mooney William Murphy John Pesa Louis Sandler Samuel Sandler Albert W. Smith James T. Sweeney William Ungvarsky Earl B. Welch Lawrence J. Flaherty Patrick Santa Maria World War II Warren E. Allen William E. Allen Frank J. Alvino Salvatore J. Bagnulo Frederick C. Baldwin Joseph Beader Michael Begley Edward Bloom Phillip F. Boyd William S. Boyd James L. Brandano Italo J. Breda Leroy E. Brown Robert P. Brown Milton Bubis Francis Burns Richard J. Chouinard Loftus L. Christianson Alfred J. Conley John A. Conley Lloyd F. Coolidge Adolph F. Cormier Eugene Coscia Wilfred F. Cote Robert E. Cotter Salvatore Crivello Paul W. Cronin William J. Crough Robert Cummings Robert P. Cuozzo Fred E. Deacon Victor D. DeGuglielmo James D. Demarco Thomas DeSisto Albert DeStroop Antonio DiGregorio Augustine A. DiPietro Dante DiPrizio Arthur DiStasio Peter DiStasio Daniel F. Doris Charles D. Dugan George A. Elwell John Famiglietti Robert Fecitt Samuel Feldman Christopher Ferragamo Charles J. Fietz John V. Fitzgerald John H. Foley Francis J. Foye Nicholas Frammartino Hallet S. Fraser, Jr. Edward H. Friedman Harry J. Garrity Harold Gay Edward Z. Gelman Robert Gladstone Samuel H. Gordon Julius Greenberg John F. Hannigan Joseph Harrington Kenneth G. Harrington David P. Hartigan, Jr. Herbert S. Hill, Jr. James J. Hill George Horblitt Joshua R. Howard fought for our freedom! Thinking about you today, Dad. Happy Memorial Day! Joanne McKenna Thank you to all the Veterans that Ward One Councillorard One Councillor Maurice W. Hudlin John E. Hurley Joseph H. Joyce, Jr. John D. Kane Isadore Kaplan Harold E. Kendall Chester H. Kenney Hubert H. King Alfred Kniznick Elwin Knowles John E. Knox Carroll Kummerer Thomas F. Landry Stephen M. Langone Simon Lee John J. Lehmann Raymond Lepore Herbert Levine Douglas J. MacDonald Andrew J. Mantine Paul S. Maslowski John ZW. Mastrachi John A. Mastromarino John N. Mayor, Jr. Thomas J. McCarthy Charles F. McClusky Robert F. McDonald Charles G. McMackin Joseph E. Messina John H. Minichino Irving Mintz Seymour A. Molin Frank A. Molino Domenic D. Morra Joseph L. Mottolo Joseph O’Brien Christopher Paragone Edward J. Parsons Kenneth J. Patenaude Lugo Pennachio Francis Petro William Pidgeon James F. Quinlan Fred L. Raymond Carmine M. Reppucci Alfred S. Romeo Harold Rosenbaum Melvin E. Rosenberg Samuel N. Rubinovitz Armando Rubbiero Alexander A. Russo Anthony G. Sarno John A. Sciaraffa Thomas F. Shaughnessy Gerald P. Shaughnessy Irving B. Sherman George H. Singer Kenneth G. Snow Peter Stamulis Edward Steinman Robert Struthers George C. Sullivan John Sullivan Gerlad Swerling Carl M. Thomajan Sidney Toressen Raymond R. Venezia Thomas Von Holzhausen Israel Weinberg WaWard 4 City Councillor City Councillor Walter McKenna Paul Argenzio City Councillor City Councillor Christopher Giannino WaWard 6 We pay tribute and honor the memory of those who have made the for our country. Woodrow W. Wilkins V. Howard Woodell Harry Zassman Milton Zelmeyer KOREAN WAR Shirley B. Andrews Hugo F. Carozza Frank Charido Gerald Chieppo Joseph Concannon Bernard A. Kinnally Bernard Kniznick Robert S. Mauro William A. Shiveree Walter Smart VIETNAM WAR Robert L. Blais Sebastian E. DeLuca Arthur R. Legrow, Jr. Alan J. O’Brien, Jr. Walter S. Olinsky, Jr. Stephen J. Penta GULF WAR Daniel F. Cunningham Lawrence Salamone Matthew J. Stanley Nelson D. Rodriguez OIF/OEF - 6/4 CAV Jared Gleeve Jared C. Monti Ryan King Glenn M. Sewall Mecolus McDaniel 100 Salem Turnpike, Saugus, MA 01906 WINWASTESAUGUS.COM
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 By Dom Nicastro Revere girls track finishes season perfectly again Revere girls track got another major win at the Greater Boston League meet to fi nish off the season unbeaten. The Patriots took the win at Somerville, scoring 120 points total, beating their closest competitor Medford by 18 points. “It was a great meet filled with a ton of league champions,” Revere coach Racquel MacDonald-Ciambelli said. “What a way to fi nish up another amazing season for these girls. They all ran, threw and jumped phenomenally, and I am so proud of what each of them accomplished.” Ashley Cabrera Rodriguez will compete in the Division 1 State Meet on Friday in both the 400m hurdles and triple jump. Liv Yuong will compete in the high jump. Just like in the indoor season, Yuong is once again a threeevent GBL champ, scoring a total of 30 points for the team. She was champion in the below events: • High jump (4-10) • Long jump (15-11) • 100m hurdles (18.07) Gemma Stamatopoulos was GBL champion in the 800 with a time of 2:34.95. She also placed in her two other events below: • Fourth place in the 400 hurdles (1:16.75) • Fifth place in the high jump (4-4). Cabrera Rodriguez was a GBL champion in the 400 hurdles with a state qualifying time of 1:13.42. She also placed in her two other events below: • Fifth place in the triple jump - LEGAL NOTICE - D To all interested persons: A Petition for of requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: of be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve on the bond in REVERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Public Hearing Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of Section 38N of Chapter 71 of the Massachusetts General Laws, that the Revere School Committee will conduct a public hearing on Monday, June 3, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. in the Emmanuel M. Ferrante School Committee Room and via Zoom, 101 School Street, relative to the Revere Public Schools proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 School Operating Budget. All interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard for or against the whole or any part of the proposed budget. May 24, 31, 2024 For Advertising with Results, callcall The Advocate he Adv cate Ne Newspapersspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@ advocatenews. net ~ RHS PATRIOTS SPORTS ROUND-UP ~ (30-11) • Fifth place in the 100 dash (13.60) Other finishers: The 4x800 quartet of Rocio Gonzalez, Daniela Santana Baez, Hiba El Bzyouy and Olivia Rupp was the GBL champion in the 4x800. Senior captain Gonzales took home second place in the 2-mile (14:28.37) along with her leg in the 4x800 team. Third place finishes for the team took home six points each: Olivia Rupp in the mile with an outdoor PR of 6:07.32; Rania Hamdani in the 400 (1:06.48); Yara Belguendouz in the 100 hurdles (19.26); and the 4x400 quartet of Jaliyah Manigo, Marwa Riad, Rania Hamdani and Genevieve Zierten (4:46.56). Fourth-place fi nishes for the team took home four points each: Zierten in the mile (6:10.30) and Riad in the long jump (14-3). Fifth-place finishes for the team took home two points each: Jaliyah Manigo in the 400 (1:07.03); Daniela Santana Baez in the 2-mile (15:11.43); Nisrin Sekkat in the javelin (80-1), the 4x100m Relay quartet of Jaliyah Manigo, Giselle Salvador, Lesly Mendoza and Mayaah Ndi. Sixthplace fi nishes for the team took home on point each: Emma DeCrosta in the mile (6:44.62) and Belguendouz in the triple jump (27-2). Revere boys shine at GBL meet The Revere boys track team wasn’t so shabby at the GBL meet with multiple champs: • 100 Meters: Oliver Escobar fi nished 4th with a time of 11.49 seconds; Jeremy X fi nished 8th with a time of 11.80 seconds. • 200 Meters: Oliver Escobar fi nished fourth with a time of 23.52 seconds; Jeremy X fi nished eighth with a time of 24.41 seconds. • 400 Meters: Medy Bellemsieh finished third with a time of 51.58 seconds; Amir Yamani fi nished fi fth with a time of 54.19 seconds. • 800 Meters: Joao Victor Cunha secured first place with a time of 2:05.04; Youness Chahid finished third with a time of 2:10.74; Edwin Alarcon fi nished fourth with a time of 2:11.97. • 2 Miles: Youness Chahid fi nished third with a time of 10:40.82; Adam Assour finished 10th with a time of 11:41.10; Salah Said fi nished 16th with a time of 11:57.55. • 110 Hurdles: Isaiah DeCrosta secured fi rst place with a time of 15.26 seconds. • 400 Hurdles: Isaiah DeCrosta secured fi rst place with a time of 58.73 seconds; Amir Yamani fi nished fourth with a time of 1:02.08. • 4x100 Relay: The team of Oliver Escobar, Joao Victor Cunha, Jeremy X and Medy Bellemsieh finished third with a time of 45.81 seconds. • 4x400 Relay: The team of Isaiah DeCrosta, Marcos Carneiro, Amir Yamani and Joao Victor Cunha secured first place with a time of 3:42.40. • 4x800 Relay: The team of Adam Ourazzouk, Mohammed Fares, Edwin Alarcon and Youness Chahid fi nished fourth with a time of 9:25.30. • Shotput: Kevin Purcifull fi nished eighth with a throw of 39-01.50. • Discus: Kevin Purcifull finished second with a throw of 139-04.00. • Javelin: Javan Close fi nished 13th with a throw of 9705.00. • High jump: Javan Close fi nished fi fth, clearing a height of 5-02.00. • Triple jump: Edwin Alarcon fi nished fi fth with a distance of 33-10.25. Revere boys tennis competitive in loss to Lynn English The Patriots had a very competitive match against Lynn English in a 4-1 loss. First singles: Nick Aguiar played a strong player and played well in a 6-1, 6-3 loss. Second singles: Raihan Ahmed played a strong match in a 6-2, 6-1 loss. Third singles: Nick Barry played a very strong match and won, 6-4, 6-3. First doubles: Vic Cisneros and Ethan Men played well together in a 6-2, 6-2 loss. Second doubles: Steven Espinal and Rayan Elmzabi played well in a 6-1, 6-2 loss. “The team is improving every match and we are way better now than a month ago,” Revere coach Michael Flynn said. Revere volleyball surges toward tourney Revere improved to 12-7 with a 3-0 win over Lynn Classical. Ruben Rodriguez had 15 kills, and Larry Claudio added 23 assists. Revere girls tennis falls to Malden Malden topped Revere, 5-0. The Patriots fell to 4-6. First singles: Dayna Phan lost, 6-0, 6-1. Second singles: Jaimy Gomez lost, 6-0, 6-2. Third singles: Lesly Calderon Lopez lost, 6-0, 6-1. First doubles: Cesia Loza and Rachel Sanchez lost, 6-0, 6-0. Second doubles: Keila Loza and Ivana Nguyen lost, 6-2, 6-0.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 Page 13 Lady Pats softball team eyes strong finish for postseason push By Dom Nicastro T he Revere High School softball team is looking to finish the regular season strong enroute to its Division 1 postseason. The Patriots were 13-5 heading into their fi nal two games. Revere fell to Somerville, 7-6, in its most recent game, despite out-hitting them 4-2. Anna Doucette led Revere with two hits. Revere fought back after falling down by four runs in the fourth inning, but the comeback fell just short. Revere closed the gap by scoring on an error, a single, a steal of home, and a triple. Revere got on the board in the first inning after Doucette tripled, scoring one run. Somerville tied the game at one in the top of the second. A triple by Somerville gave the Highlanders the lead, 4-1, in the top of the third. Danni Hope Randall took the loss for Revere. She went seven innings, giving up seven runs (four earned) on two hits, striking out 14 and walking eight. Frankie Reed and Doucette each drove in one run for Revere. Jordan Martelli and Riley Straccia each stole multiple bases for Revere, which ran wild on the base paths, tallying six stolen bases for the game. “They battled back. They played hard,” Revere coach Megan O’Donnell said. “Every team turns around the second half of the season, so you can’t take anybody for granted, but Somerville made some really great plays on us. They snagged a few balls that for any other team probaHEALTH CARE | FROM Page 6 pressures, while also raising expectations on providers to meet the Commonwealth’s cost containment goals: • Reconstitutes the HPC board from 11 to nine members who have more current, relevant experience and insight into the trajectory of the health care market • Establishes a Technical Advisory Committee within the HPC to adjust the benchmark based on market conditions, such as inflation, labor and workforce development costs, and the introduction of new pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and other health technologies • Changes the current annual benchmark to a three-year benchmark beginning 20262029 which will allow health care entities greater fl exibility to address unexpected bly would have been hits. They made the defensive plays.” Coach O’Donnell highlighted the team’s overall solid hitting performance but noted struggles in clutch situations, particularly in later innings. Despite facing tough opponents like Everett, the team has shown resilience, battling back in games even when nervousness set in. The team has played a lot of softball in recent weeks, and the coach believes a short break and a good practice session have helped maintain hitting consistency. While some players have had ups and downs, O’Donnell emphasized that this is part of the game. The team’s overall fi elding has shown signifi cant improvement compared to last year, contributing to their competitiveness. Coach O’Donnell has made slight adjustments to the lineup, but the core remains the same. The coach expressed confi dence in the players’ ability to deliver hits when needed as the regular season winds down. The team has been aggressive on the bases, leveraging their speed to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes. “We’ve been hitting the ball well in some games, but we haven’t really got hits late in the game, especially against Everett,” O’Donnell said. “We battled with them. Again, we got a little nervous because but every plate is tough and we battled back. I feel like we’re coming together.” Leading the charge hittingwise is Lea Doucette, who has been nothing short of phenomexpenses, and give the HPC greater insight into longerterm trends • Gives the HPC increased enforcement authority when a health care entity exceeds the benchmark, and when a fi rst performance improvement plan (PIP) is not successful, by allowing the HPC to suggest elements of a new PIP and to conduct Cost and Market Impact Review (CMIR), which may result in a referral to the Attorney General The bill also establishes a dedicated Division of Health Insurance (DOHI) to review health insurance rates for aff ordability for consumers and purchasers of health insurance products. Currently, the same state agency that reviews auto insurance policies reviews health insurance, an insurance product that is essential to the well-being of residents and an important aspect of one of the ComDanni-Hope Randall and Shayna Smith take a moment on the mound during their recent game against Everett. (Advocate fi le photo) enal at the plate. With a batting average of.552, Doucette has racked up 37 hits in 67 at-bats, including four doubles, one triple, and three home runs. Her power and consistency have been critical, driving in 29 runs and scoring 34 herself. Doucette’s on-base percentage of.731 and slugging percentage of.776 highlight her eff ectiveness as a hitter. Additionally, she has demonstrated exceptional speed on the bases, stealing 29 bases without getting caught. Ally Straccia has also made significant contributions with her bat and speed. Batting.564, Straccia has collected 22 hits in 39 at-bats, including three doubles and two home runs. Her ability to get on base and drive in runs has been crucial, as evidenced by her 18 RBIs and 19 runs scored. Straccia’s on-base monwealth’s largest economic sectors. This bill raises the assessments on insurance companies to pay for increased staff to give health insurance products the scrutiny they deserve. Protecting independent community hospitals and slowing further market consolidation This legislation includes several policies to advance the House’s long-standing policy goal of protecting low-cost, high-value health care providers and of avoiding further market consolidation by larger hospital systems. The bill establishes and integrates a Rate Equity Target within the benchmark enforcement process for insurance companies, with the goal of raising the reimbursement rate for historically poorly reimbursed acute percentage of.820 and slugging percentage of.795 further underscore her impact on the fi eld. She has also been aggressive on the base paths, successfully stealing eight bases and demonstrating an 88% success rate in stolen bases. Riley Straccia has been another standout performer, boasting a.532 batting average with 25 hits in 47 at-bats. Her nine doubles and two triples highlight her ability to hit for extra bases. Straccia has driven in 19 runs and scored 26, showing her all-around contributions to the team’s off ense. With a slugging percentage of.809 and an onbase percentage of.700, she has been a reliable hitter throughout the season. Shayna Smith has provided a power surge for the team, hitting.491 with 27 hits in 55 atcare hospitals. The bill incentivizes insurance companies to pay these hospitals no less than 15 percent below the average reimbursement rate for hospitals in the insurance company’s network during the fi rst three-year benchmark cycle from 2026 to 2029. Thereafter, the bill guarantees a minimum percentage increase in a hospital’s reimbursement rate as a percentage of the health care cost growth benchmark. This up-front investment by commercial insurers will provide needed resources for lowcost providers for the long-term benefi t to the health care market given that, if such hospitals were to close or merge with a larger hospital system, total health care costs in the Commonwealth would inevitably increase. The bill, via an amendment from Representative Frank A. Moran, also provides a Medicaid bats. Her 12 doubles and four home runs showcase her ability to change the game with one swing. Smith has driven in 28 runs and scored 19, making her a key run producer for the team. Her slugging percentage of.964 is among the best on the team, and her on-base percentage of.600 indicates her ability to get on base consistently. Frankie Reed has been another key contributor, hitting.473 with 26 hits in 55 at-bats. She has driven in 31 runs and scored 25, providing a steady presence in the lineup. Reed’s seven doubles and two home runs have added to the team’s off ensive fi repower. Her on-base percentage of.782 and slugging percentage of.709 demonstrate her eff ectiveness at the plate. On the pitching side, Hope Randall has been a workhorse, pitching 97 innings and striking out 153 batters. Despite allowing 103 runs, her ability to limit earned runs to 46 and maintain a 3.32 ERA has been commendable. Randall’s control has been solid, with 110 walks and only fi ve home runs allowed, showing her ability to keep the ball in the park. Gianna Chiodi has provided valuable innings as well, pitching 16 innings with 25 strikeouts. Though her ERA is higher at 8.75, her ability to get strikeouts and handle pressure situations has been important for the team. “We’ve had huge improvement,” O’Donnell said, “compared from this year to last year all around.” rate enhancement for a similar group of hospitals, based on a hospital’s percentage of patients that are public payers and their relative commercial reimbursement rate as compared to other hospitals. “Today, the House of Representatives took swift action to shape the future of Massachusetts health care in a post-Steward landscape and to better protect patient care,” said Representative Frank A. Moran (DLawrence), Second Assistant Majority Leader. “As someone who has a safety net hospital in my hometown, I am grateful to my colleagues for their support in adopting my amendment to help provide relief to our fi nancially strained safety net hospitals who are reimbursed at lower rates than their private, commercial peers. I would also like HEALTH CARE | SEE Page 17
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes By Bob Katzen If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com or call us at (617) 720-1562 THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ votes on roll calls from the week of May 1317. There were no roll calls in the Senate last week. The House gave near unanimous approval to two major bills — one making major investments in information technology (IT) upgrades, and the other aimed at restoring stability to the health care system, bolstering accountability within the industry and controlling health care spending. Only two representatives voted against the IT bill — Reps. Nick Boldyga (R-Southwick) and Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica). And only Boldyga voted against the health care measure. Beacon Hill Roll Call asked Boldyga for a quote on why he voted against both bills. “It just feels good to vote the right way on these issues,” he responded. Beacon Hill Roll Call also asked Lombardo why he voted against the IT proposal. Nancy Cadigan, Lombardo’s chief of staff, echoed Boldyga’s response. “That sums it up. Sounds perfect,” said Cadigan. FUNDING FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (H 4642) House 152-2, approved and sent to the Senate a bill to invest in information technology (IT) upgrades, improvements and new projects across state government. The measure authorizes $1.23 billion in bonded spending and $400 million in anticipated federal funds. Provisions include $750 million to improve service delivery to the public; $200 million for technology and telecommunications infrastructure improvements and maintenance; $200 million to support the security of the state’s IT Infrastructure; and $250 million for various strategic initiatives, improvements to business intelligence and modernization of governmental functions. “The [bill] will make state government more accessible and more eff ective for everyone in Massachusetts by ensuring our IT systems are upto-date, safe and secure and easy to use,” said Gov. Maura Healey. “This will put Massachusetts in a stronger position to take advantage of new innovations, like applied AI, in ways that benefi t our residents, businesses and economy.” “Ensuring that the commonwealth is investing heavily in our technology infrastructure is critical, as protecting against cybersecurity threats, and enabling state agencies to operate with an increased level of effi ciency, are vital aspects of our eff ort to make Massachusetts more safe, eff ective, and prepared in a world dominated by increasingly sophisticated technologies,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “The passage of the [bill] marks a signifi cant milestone in Massachusetts’ journey towards technological advancement and growth, promising a safer, more connected future for all residents,” said Rep. Michael Finn (D-West Springfi eld), House Chair of the Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets. $7.5 MILLION IN ADDITIONAL FUNDING (H 4642) House 152-2, approved an IT bill consolidated amendment that would add $7.5 million, mostly to fund local projects, to the price tag of the measure. Amendment supporters said these additional local projects are important to many cities and towns across the state. They argued the amendment would make the bill even better. Not included in the consolidated amendment was a proposal by Rep. Mike Soter (RBellingham), that would ban the use or download of TikTok by public employees on state-owned electronic devices. Since it was not included, the proposal simply died and no further action was taken. Soter could have requested a separate roll call vote on his proposal, but he chose not to do so. Soter did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on why he fi led the proposal and why he didn’t ask for debate and a separate roll call on it. Most of the decisions on which representatives’ proposals are included or not included in the IT bill are made behind closed doors. Of the 59 proposals, many of them were bundled into the single consolidated amendment. The system works this way: Individual representatives fi le proposals. All members then pitch their proposals to Democratic leaders who draft a single consolidated amendment that includes some of the individual representatives’ proposals while excluding others. Supporters of the system say that any representative who sponsored an excluded proposal can bring it to the fl oor and ask for debate and an up or down vote on the proposal itself. They say this system has worked well for many years. Opponents say that rarely, if ever, does a member bring his or her proposal to the fl oor for an up-or-down vote because that is not the way the game is played. It is an “expected tradition” that you accept the fate of your amendment as determined by Democratic leaders. (A “Yes” vote is for the $7.5 million. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes HEALTH CARE CHANGES (H 4643) House 152-1, approved and sent to the Senate a 102-page bill that supporters said aims to “restore stability to the health care system, bolster accountability within the industry, and control health care spending to ensure that everyone in Massachusetts has access to quality, aff ordable health care.” According to the State House News Service, the measure “combines reforms intended to avert a repeat of the Steward Health Care crisis with changes designed to boost state oversight of facility expansions and closures, refine cost control tools to better account for fl uctuations and increase funding for hospitals that typically serve high shares of low-income patients and people of color.” “This legislation looks to the past, present and future of health care in the commonwealth,” said Rep. John Lawn (D-Watertown), House chair of the Committee on Health Care Financing. “It closes loopholes and shines a light on blind spots that allowed Steward to exploit Massachusetts patients for profi t. It protects and preserves underpaid community hospitals that are the lifeblood of medicine in the commonwealth. And it plans for stable and aff ordable health care growth moving forward.” “This bill is the most signifi - cant health care market oversight and cost containment legislation in more than a decade and is a continuation of the commonwealth’s longstanding eff ort to ensure that everyone in Massachusetts has access to quality, affordable health care,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “This legislation will help stabilize our health care system and ensure accountability from all stakeholders, as we continue to recover from the aftereff ects of the pandemic,” said Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), chair of the House Ways and Means Committee. “By strengthening oversight and making much needed reforms, this legislation will not only steady the industry, but will also help control costs for consumers.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL RAISE FINE FOR “RIGHT OF WAY” VIOLATIONS (H 3477) — The House gave initial approval to a measure that would raise from $35 to $200 the fi ne for violating the traffi c rule that provides when two vehicles approach or enter an intersection at approximately the same instant, the operator of the vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right. The proposal also imposes additional penalties and/ or license revocation for up to six months for any of these violations that cause death, serious bodily harm or bodily harm. Sponsor Rep. Steven Xiarhos (R-Barnstable) noted the bill is named “Cecelia’s Law” — in memory of Cecelia Finnegan Alldredge of Sagamore who was killed on September 6, 2020, when a car turned in front of her and caused a fatal crash. “For the past three years, the Massachusetts Motorcycle Association, along with the Finnegan family and myself, have been tirelessly advocating for the passage of a bill aimed at increasing penalties for drivers responsible for accidents like the one that took Cecilia’s life,” said Xiarhos. “With motorcyclist fatalities reaching alarming levels nationwide, it is imperative that we take proactive measures to protect vulnerable road users.” MUNICIPAL LIGHT PLANTS (H 3142) — The House gave initial approval to a bill that would allow the Bay State’s 41 municipal light plants to provide services to other Massachusetts municipal and state plants, and plants in other states. Current law prohibits this practice. Supporters said the bill will encourage more effi cient services such as constructing, maintaining and repairing utility poles and traffi c signals across the state and will also enable municipal light plants to sell, rent and lease merchandise. “This bill will allow for an expansion of services off ered by municipal light plants to surrounding communities,” said sponsor Rep. Jay Barrows (RMansfi eld). “This will be good for consumers as it ideally would enable more competitive services to be provided.” MUST INFORM CUSTOMERS ABOUT INSURANCE AVAILABILITY FOR HEATING OIL SPILLS (H 3686) — The House gave initial approval to a proposal that would require retail companies that sell home heating oil to annually inform all their customers of the opportunity to purchase insurance for heating oil spills.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 Page 15 Current law requires that insurance companies make coverage available for owners but supporters of this bill say that while coverage is available, there are many documented cases of insurance companies not making owners aware that the coverage is available. They said this often results in homeowners being unaware they do not have insurance coverage until after they experience a liquid fuel tank leak. They noted that the bill will provide an additional layer of customers being informed of the availability of the insurance. Supporters said that some 100 homeowners experience an oil leak in Massachusetts every year. They noted that leaks can incur costly damage to the residence itself, but under Massachusetts law owners are responsible for environmental cleanup, which can rise to $100,000 or more, to dispose of contaminated soil and mitigate the spread in surrounding areas. Rep. Michael Day (D-Stoneham), the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on why he fi led the bill and how he feels about its initial approval. QUOTABLE QUOTES “It is an honor to be named the most sustainable state in the nation. State and local partnerships like the Green Communities program have propelled clean energy innovation across Massachusetts. We are grateful for the hard work being done by our cities and towns to address climate change and protect public health. Local action is vital to reducing Massachusetts’ carbon emissions.” ---Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll reacting to Forbes Magazine ranking Massachusetts as the most environmentally-friendly state in the nation. “Every day we offer shelter, services and support with funding that doesn’t come close to the need. Our state has been a national leader in the fi ght to end homelessness and we are here today because we intend to continue to lead. But we need the resources to do it.” --- Lifebridge North Shore Vice President of Advocacy and Community Relations Gary Barrett advocating for funding for homeless programs, as members of the statewide Coalition for Homeless Individuals lobbied legislators on Beacon Hill for increased funding for homeless programs. “We are wholeheartedly dedicated to empowering our servicemembers, veterans and their families with comprehensive support across Massachusetts. This funding strengthens the backbone of our veteran community by expanding crucial peer support networks and broadening our suicide prevention eff orts, ensuring that we meet the evolving needs of our veterans with precision and compassion.” --- Jon Santiago, Secretary of Veterans Aff airs, announcing $2 million in grants through the Veterans Community Initiative Grant program for 15 community organizations to support informal and formal peer support eff orts as well as fund innovative programming to address suicide prevention in the veteran and servicemember community in Massachusetts. “Every day, but especially as we honor Mental Health Awareness Month, we work to reduce stigma associated with mental health challenges and suicidal thoughts. Through initiatives like suicide prevention services funding and the Roadmap for Behavioral Health Reform, it is our hope that anyone who struggles with their mental health know where to access services, and that it is OK to talk to someone and seek help.” ---Health and Human Services Secretary Kate Walsh announcing $1.9 million in annual state funding over the next 11 years awarded to 19 community organizations to provide suicide prevention, intervention and postvention services across the state. “I’m excited for this opportunity to showcase Massachusetts’ climate and economic leadership on the global stage, and to make the case for why businesses should consider starting and growing in our state. Massachusetts deeply values our close relationship with Italy and the Vatican City State, and we see this trip as an excellent opportunity to strengthen ties and strategize on future opportunities for collaboration.” ---Gov. Maura Healey commenting on her trip to Italy with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. “The governor and mayor are jet setting to Italy under the guise of climate change awareness to learn new strategies on how they can force the people of Massachusetts to cut our consumption. In the age of Zoom and remote meeting options, there’s no reason for the contradicting emissionsheavy fl ight across the Atlantic in the name of saving our planet. There is so much pageantry, fl aunting of their status, self-celebration and hypocrisy.” --- Paul Craney, a spokesman for the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week May 13-17 the House met for a total of 13 hours and nine minutes and the Senate met for a total of nine minutes. Mon. May 13 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. Senate 11:15 a.m. to 11:19 a.m. Tues. May 14 No House session No Senate session Wed. May 15 House 11:02 a.m. to 4:25 p.m. No Senate session Thurs. May 16 House 10:59 a.m. to 6:34 p.m. Senate 11:02 a.m. to 11:07 a.m. Fri. May 17 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Financial and Legal Resources for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any programs that you can refer me to that financially help grandparents who are raising their grandkids? I’m raising two of my grandchildren and could use some help. Dear Tonya, Money is a common problem for the nearly 2.4 million U.S. grandparents who are raising their grandchildren today. To help with the day-to-day expenses, there are a wide variety of programs and tax benefi ts that can make a big diff erence in stretching your budget. Here’s where to look for help. Financial Assistance For starters, fi nd out whether your family qualifi es for your state’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program, which may include cash assistance, food benefi ts, utility bill assistance and free or low-cost daycare. Or, if your household income is too high to qualify as a family, ask about the “child-only grant” for just the grandkids support alone. Also, check to see if you’re eligible for foster care payments as a relative caregiver, or if your state off ers any additional programs like guardianship subsidies, non-parent grants or kinship care. Adoption assistance payments are also available to adopted grandchildren with special needs. To inquire about these programs, contact your state’s TANF program and/or state Department of Human Services. See ACF.hhs.gov/ofa/map/ about/help-families for contact information. You also need to see if your grandkids are eligible for Social Security, including benefi ts for dependent children, survivor benefi ts or SSI — visit SSA. gov or call 800-772-1213. And fi nd out if they’re eligible for free/low-cost health or dental coverage through your state’s Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program — InsureKidsNow.gov or 877-5437669. You can also use Benefi ts.gov, the offi cial benefi ts website of the U.S. government that has a screening tool to help you identify the programs that you and your grandchildren may be eligible for and will direct you to the appropriate agency to apply. Tax Benefits In addition to the fi nancial assistance programs, there are also a range of tax benefi ts that you may qualify for too like the Earned Income Tax Credit or EITC which is available to those with moderate to low incomes, and the Child Tax Credit which is worth $2,000 per dependent child under age 17. If you’re working, and are incurring childcare expenses in order to work, there’s a Child and Dependent Care Credit that can help. And, if you’ve legally adopted your grandkids, there’s an Adoption Tax Credit that provides a federal tax credit of up to $16,810 in 2024. You can also deduct medical and dental expenses if you and your dependent grandchilTapped Out Tonya dren’s healthcare cost exceed 7.5 percent of your adjusted gross income for the year. And there’s even education-related tax credits that can help your grandkids go to college, like the American Opportunity Tax Credit and the Lifetime Learning Tax Credit. In addition to the tax credits and deductions, if you’re unmarried you may qualify for “head of household” status when you fi le your tax return, which has a higher standard deduction and a lower tax rate than you would fi ling as a single. Legal Help If you haven’t already done so, you should also talk to an attorney to discuss the pros and cons of obtaining legal guardianship, custody or adoption. Without some sort of legal custody, you may not be eligible for many of the previously listed fi nancial assistance programs, and there can be problems with basic things like enrolling your grandkids in school or giving a doctor permission to treat them. For help locating affordable or free legal assistance, visit FindLegalHelp.org, or call the Eldercare Locator at 800677-1116 for referrals. Also see GrandFamilies.org, a clearinghouse resource that off ers information on financial assistance, adoption, foster care and more. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 OBITUARIES Josefa Guevara Paguio erosity knew no bounds; she was an awesome, kind-hearted, and giving person who believed in the adage, “Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.” Her primary goal was to keep her family close together, a testament of her unwavering love for them. Josefa is the loving mother O f Revere. It is with both profound sadness and abundant love in our hearts that we announce the passing of Josefa Guevara Paguio, aff ectionately known as Josie, on May 17, 2024. Born on March 11, 1942, in Macabebe, Pampanga, Philippines, Josefa was a beacon of compassion and generosity throughout her 82 years. A proud and caring mother, a loving daughter, and a dear friend, her thoughtful actions and funny anecdotes brought warmth and joy to every room she entered. Josie dedicated her professional life as a Certifi ed Nursing Assistant (CNA), a vocation she chose out of a deep-seated desire to help others. Even in retirement, she continued to embody the spirit of service that defi ned her career, always ready with a helping hand or a comforting word for those in need. Her gen O to Felicisimo Guevara and his wife Marilyn of Revere, Felicitas Camcam and her husband Moises of Revere, Shanalyn Guevara and her companion Christopher Dupre of Haverhill. Cherished grandmother of Sesci May, Jomer Moli Jay, Reynald, Christopher, Roland, and Liam. Adored great grandmother of Karen. Dear sister of Nancy Aquino, Alicia Corpuz and her husband Noli, and the late Jesus Guevara, Frank Guevara, and Deborah Buizon. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. A Visitation was held at the Paul Buonfi glio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home, Revere on Wednesday, May 22. Funeral Mass at St. Anthony’s of Padua on Thursday. She joins her parents, Alfredo and Juanita Guevara, in eternal peace. As we mourn her loss, we are reminded of a verse from the Book of John that encapsulates the essence of Josefa’s life: “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” (John 13:34) Kevin Paul f Revere. It is with hearts full of love and gratitude that we remember the life of Kevin Joseph Paul, who was born on February 1, 1965, and left us on May 17, 2024. Kevin, a steadfast resident of Revere, Massachusetts, was a beacon of resilience and support, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those By Barbara Taormina City Council appointments City Council approval of appointments to boards and commissions don’t always get the attention they deserve. Our bad. But this week Council rules were suspended so a vote on the recommendations from the Appointments Subcommittee could be fi rst up on the agenda. A crowd had gathered in the council chamber, mostly for the high school bond vote, but they were engaged in the Appointments Subcommittee meeting and applauded warmly for the candidates. And the candidates included two local favorites: former city councillor and mayoral candilucky enough to know him. As Helen Keller once said, “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched — they must be felt with the heart.” This quote encapsulates the profound impact Kevin had on those around him. Kevin was a loyal employee of the United States Postal Service for twenty fulfi lling years, serving as the Postmaster in Winchester and fi nding joy in connecting people through the mail. Outside of work, he was a man of many passions. An ardent fan of NHRA drag racing, music of all kinds, the Boston Bruins, and golf, Kevin was also a talented cook who appreciated a good beer. He brought his love for life and people into his hobbies, creating camaraderie and joy wherever he went. Kevin’s love extended beyond people, treating his dogs like his babies and giving them the same loving, supportive care he gave to everyone else in his life. Family and friends were the cornerstone of Kevin’s world. He was a loving husband to Gineen Dutra-Paul and a supportive brother to Christopher and Eric Paul. His parents, Fritz and Elaine Paul, preceded him in death, and we take solace in knowing they are reunited. His undeniable love and loyalty were felt by all who knew him. His ability to befriend anyone he met, coupled with his readiness to help those in need, made Kevin a cherished fi gure in his community. A Memorial Visitation will be held at the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home 128 Revere St, Revere on Friday, May 24, 2024 from 9:30am to 11:00am followed by a Prayer Service in the funeral home at 11:00am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Private Interment. In lieu of fl owers donations can be made to the Northeast Animal Shelter, 347 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970 or at www.mspca.org or to the Blood Donor Center at Boston Children’s Hospital, 333 Longwood Ave, MA 02115 or at www.childrenshospital.org. Rocco Martiniello Rocco was a man of the earth, finding joy and tranquility in the simplicity of gardening. He possessed a green thumb and a heart full of love for the blooms he nurtured just as he did his family. His annual visits back to his beloved Italy were a source of immense pleasure and nostalgia to him. Through his work as a laborer for Local 22, Rocco demonstrated his commitment to hard work and diligence, qualities he hoped to pass down to the generations to come. Rocco’s legacy is carried forward by his devoted wife, Angiolina Martiniello; his loving children, Luisa Kopp (Michael Kopp), Alfonso Martiniello (Joyce Martiniello), and Luigi Martiniello (Sherry Martiniello); his caring sisters, Emanuela Memmolo, Caterina Martiniello, and Antonina Minichiello; and his cherished grandchildren, Alfonso, Jessica, Anastasia, Alessandra, Dante, and Gina. Rocco is preceded in death by his siblings Pasquale Martiniello, Teresa Russo, and Angelina Donofrio. Rocco’s life was a testament O f Revere. We join hands and hearts in honoring the incredible life of Rocco Martiniello, who left an indelible mark on the lives of those fortunate to know him. A dedicated family man, Rocco was a beacon of love, strength, and inspiration for his family, instilling in them values of unity, perseverance, and compassion. He was a man of humble beginnings who did not just dream of a better life for his family, he worked tirelessly to make it a reality, enriching their lives with his wisdom and love. REVERE CIT Y COUNCIL ROUND-UP date Steven Morabito was appointed as Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Chris Ciaramella was appointed as Superintendent of Public Works. “I couldn’t think of a better appointment,” said former Public Works Superintendent and current Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio of Ciaramella. Councillors also approved the appointment of Leah Hoff - man, who promises to bring a blend of youthful perspective and some impressive professional and institutional knowledge to the Planning Board. Isaac McDaniel’s appointment as the new Director of Veterans Services and Paul Barrasso’s appointment as Assistant Harbormaster were also approved on a voice vote. Members of the audience applauded each of the nominees, who were generously praised by city councilors. Community composting coming Councillors supported Councillor-at-Large Juan Pablo Jaramillo’s motion for a public hearing on launching a composting program for the city. In the city’s new contract with WIN Waste Innovations, the waste company pledged $25,000 to the city to help create a composting program that would reduce the amount of solid waste Revere sends to a landfi ll and save the city on disposal costs. Jaramillo said he has had robust conversations with colleagues. He recommended referring the motion back to the Climate, Workforce and Sustainability Subcommittee, which he chairs. Fellow councilors praised the idea and several said they had received dozens of messages and calls from constituents supporting the proposal. A call for fixes for Pines Road The council approved Ward 5 Councillor Angela GuarinoSawaya’s motion to request the Public Works Department to repave and resurface Pines Road in the interest of public safety. According to Guarino-Sawaya the road has been destroyed by salt, water, sand and clamshells. to the power of love, hard work, and dedication. His memory will forever be etched in the hearts of those he touched. We invite you to share your memories of Rocco and upload photos to the memorial page as we celebrate and remember a life beautifully lived. Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 22, at Buonfi glio Funeral home in Revere. A funeral mass was held on Thursday at the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere followed by entombment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of fl owers please make donations in Rocco’s name to Massachusetts General Hospital 55 fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114. https://giving. massgeneral.org/donate
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 Page 17 HEALTH CARE | FROM Page 13 to thank Speaker Mariano for his steadfast leadership in bringing this generational piece of legislation a priority this session.” The House bill also revisits House legislation passed last session which requires applicants for new ambulatory surgery centers to partner with independent community hospitals if the facility’s primary service area would overlap with that of the independent community hospital. This measure would protect these crucial hospitals from having their most important services syphoned off by surgery facilities that do not provide the same level of community benefi t as 24-hour hospitals that off er a more complete range of health care services. Stability and planning The bill establishes a Health Resource Planning Council to produce a fi ve-year plan on how to address regional and state capacity issues, which will be housed within a reformed HPC. The bill passed today recommits to comprehensive state and regional health resource planning, and requires consideration of the state plan in the Determination of Need (DoN) process. It also creates new license categories for urgent care centers and offi ce-based surgery centers, as well as a new registration requirement for physician practices with more than 10 physicians. The bill also requires physicians to notify patients 90 days prior to terminating a patientphysician relationship, which was partly informed by Compass Medical’s abrupt closure of its physician group practice locations in May 2023. The bill passed the House of Representatives with a 152-1 vote. 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Page 20 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024 FOR SALE FOR SALE- FULLY RENOVATED FOUR BEDROOM, 2.5 BATHROOM HIP ROOF COLONIAL. THIS HOME HAS A NEW ROOF, NEW SIDING, NEW WINDOWS, NEW GAS HEAT HVAC SYSTEMS, AND CENTRAL AIR. YOU WILL BE WOWED BY THE OPEN CONCEPT WITH NEW KITCHEN, CUSTOM BUILT ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, AND NEW CUSTOM TILED BATHROOMS. BONUS FINISHED 3RD FLOOR FOR ADDED SPACE! THERE IS ALSO NEW RED OAK FLOORING AND FRESH PAINT THROUGHOUT. THIS IS NOT ONE TO MISS!! BEVERLY CALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791 FOR SALE FOR SALE- THIS 3+ BEDROOM, 3 BATH RANCH IS NEWLY RENOVATED AND OFFERS PLENTY OF ROOM FOR EVERYONE! THE KITCHEN FEATURES WHITE & GRAY CABINETS WITH AN ISLAND OPEN TO THE DINING AREA AND WINDOWS OVERLOOKING THE PRIVATE BACKYARD, DECK AND IN-GROUND POOL. THE EXTENDED FAMILY BECAUSE THERE IS AN IN-LAW UNIT WITH AN ADDITIONAL KITCHEN, LIVING/ DINING ROOM, BEDROOM, AND BATH. LYNNFIELD $ 975,000 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 FOR SALE FOR SALE- NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE RIGHT INTO THIS COMPLETELY REMODELED CAPE WITH PRIDE OF. OWNERSHIP THROUGHOUT LARGE EAT IN KITCHEN, MASTER SUITE WITH FULL BATH. CORNER LOT GARAGE GREAT YARD. LYNN $649,500 CALL RHONDA 781-705-0842 FOR SALE FOR SALE-NEW CONSTRUCTION WITH 3800 SQFT OF LIVING! THIS HOME FEATURES 9’ CEILINGS ON BOTH FLOORS, CUSTOM KITCHEN THERMADOR APPLIANCES, 10' ISLAND, FP IN FAMILY ROOM WITH COFFERED CEILING, WIDE PLANK OAK 6" HW FLOORS. 2ND FLOOR LAUNDRY, 4 BEDROOMS, LARGE PRIMARY SUITE W/ CUSTOM WALK-IN CLOSET & WALK-IN SHOWER. ENTERTAINMENT AREA WITH A FULL BATHROOM AND A CUSTOM WET BAR IN BASEMENT. LYNNFIELD $1,540,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 RENTALS • SPACIOUS YARD, 3 BEDROOMS ,2 FULL BATHS, SUNROOM, IN HOME OFFICE, LAUNDRY HOOK UPS. MAIN HEATING SOURCE IS OIL, BUT SOME ROOMS HAVE ELECTRIC HEAT. GARAGE AND PLENTY OF PARKING. THREE MONTHS' RENT IS REQUIRED TO MOVE IN. GOOD CREDIT AND REFERENCES AS WELL AS PROOF OF INCOME. PETS WITH OWNERS' APPROVAL. TENANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL UTILITIES INCLUDING WATER AND SEWER. TENANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SNOW REMOVAL AND LAWN MAINTENANCE AS WELL. NORTH REVERE $3,000 • RED OAK HARDWOOD FLOORING THROUGHOUT UNIT, NEWER KITCHEN CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTERS. UNIT HAS GOOD SIZE EAT IN KITCHEN, DINING ROOM, LIVING ROOM, OFFICE AND BEDROOM. BATHROOM HAS SHOWER, TILE FLOOR AND GRANITE COUNTERS. IN-UNIT STACKABLE WASHER AND DRYER. REFRIGERATOR, MICROWAVE, WASHER AND DRYER INCLUDED. 2 OFF STREET PARKING SPACES. IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A NICE QUIET APARTMENT, THIS MAY BE FOR YOU. RIGHT ON BUS LINE. NO PETS AND NO SMOKING. SAUGUS $2,000 CALL RHONDA 781-705-0842 MOBILE HOMES LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? VICTORIA SCARAMUZZO (617) 529-2513 CALL HER FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE • GREAT YOUNG ONE BEDROOM UNIT IN A VERY DESIRABLE PARK IN MOVE IN CONDITION. 2 CAR PARKING. LOW PARK RENT OF 410 A MONTH INCLUDES RE TAXES, WATER AND SEWER, RUBBISH REMOVAL AND , SNOW PLOWING. NO DOGS ALLOWED. SOLD AS IS WILL NOT LAST. DANVERS 89,900 • PRE-CONSTRUCTION. WELCOME TO SHADY OAKS BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY. AFFORDABLE YET UPSCALE LIVING , EACH HOME HAS AMPLE SQUARE FOOTAGE WITH 2 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS. OPEN CONCEPT PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. HIGH QUALITY FINISHES FROM TOP TIER APPLIANCES TO ELEGANT FINISHES.. A SERENE WOODED SETTING WHILE BEING CONVENIENT TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, DINING AND MAJOR TRANSPORTATION ROUTES. THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PIECE OF THIS THRIVING COMMUNITY AT AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE. LOW PARK RENT OF 450 A MONTH. INCLUDES TAXES, WATER AND SEWER, RUBBISH REMOVAL AND SNOW PLOWING. ACT NOW BEFORE PRICE INCREASE. EXPECTED OCCUPANCY DATE APRIL 2024 DANVERS PRICES START AT $229,000 FOR 2 BEDROOM, $159,900 FOR 1 BEDROOM CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 COMING SOON COMING SOON- TO A HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER NEIGHBORHOOD. OVERSIZED SPLIT ENTRY ON A LEVEL, SIZABLE LOT. 3+ BEDROOMS, 3.5 BATHROOMS, 2800+ SQFT. ROOM FOR EXTENDED FAMILY IN FINISHED BASEMENT. CUSTOM BUILT BY ONE OWNER AND WELL CARED FOR. SAUGUS CALL DANIELLE FOR DETAILS 978-987-9535 BUILDABLE LOT •SAUGUS $175,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR FURTHER DETAILS
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