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YOUR LOCAL NEWS & SPORTS ONLINE. SCAN HERE! Vol. 34, No.30 20th -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday 781-286-8500 Friday, July 26, 2024 Annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival Draws Millions Canadian Bouchard wins First Place, People’s Choice for sculpture “Blend In” HE’S NUMBER ONE: Canadian sand sculptor Jobi Bouchard, shown at left with his winning medals, created “Blend In,” (shown at right) which won fi rst place at the 20th Annual Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Competition on Saturday. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) By Neil Zolot U nlike last year, the weather was ideal for the 20th Annual Revere Beach Sand Sculpting Festival from Friday, July 19 — Sunday, July 21, which, no doubt, drew a million visitors. Revere Beach Partnership Vice President Adrienne Sacco-Maguire called Saturday, July 20, the day of the awards ceremony in a sculptors’ competition “a perfect day. What could be better than being on Revere Beach on a day like today?” Revere Police Lieutenant Robert Impemba said the festival attracted “a good crowd with a lot of families. It’s similar to past years.” The theme for the festival was its two-decade anniversary, hence the birthday cake sculpture that served as its centerpiece. The festival is also a competition between what co-organizer Melineige Beauregard of Broken Glass Sand Sculptures of Hawaii described as “some of the best of the best” sand sculptors in the world. FESTIVAL | SEE Page 11 HYM CEO appears before city council to allay fears of stalled construction at Suffolk Downs By Barbara Taormina H YM CEO Tom O’Brien was at the City Council meeting this week with the same message he has been delivering since The Boston Globe ran a story suggesting the Suffolk Downs development was on hold. City councillors told O’Brien the story was troubling considering how much the city is depending on the success of the project to pay for the new high school. O’Brien listed the accomplishments at Suff olk Downs, focusing on the 475-unit building that is complete and now leasing. He highlighted the second 475-unit building across the street from the Amaya building and the nine retail spots that have interested parties investigating leases. Councillor-at-Large Michelle Kelley said she had driven by the site twice and didn’t see any work going on, no trucks, no crews. O’Brien explained that HYM is working with the trade unions on project labor agreements that will align costs with what HYM needs to pay suppliers and investors. Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri said he had spoken with several members of trade unions and they anticipate working at Suffolk Downs. “So will Suff olk Downs still be 10,000 units?” Silvestri asked O’Brien. O’Brien fi rst stressed that Revere’s share of residential units is 2,500; the remainder of the units will be built in Boston. Revere specifi ed that 50 percent of the development in Revere must be earmarked for commercial development. “We believe the demand is out there for 10,000 units,” said O’Brien, adding that HYM is working with the unions to ensure more local labor is hired and more opportunities are available for young workers. “With that we can roll, we can build 10,000 units.” O’Brien also said HYM has held several job fairs and the turnout has been great. “We were able to connect with people, get them trained and on a career path,” he said. Kelley asked about the biolab building, which actually has SUFFOLK | SEE Page 2

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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 3 Mass. House Passes Critical ENERGY Reforms to Meet 2050 Net Zero Climate Goals Bill to spur development and diversifi cation of clean energy in Massachusetts B OSTON — Wednesday, July 17, 2024 — The Massachusetts House of Representatives today passed legislation aimed at increasing the Commonwealth’s supply of clean energy by setting new renewable energy generation storage procurement targets, and by streamlining the state and local permitting process. An Act accelerating a responsible, innovative and equitable clean energy transition overhauls outdated siting, permitting, and interconnection processes to empower the Commonwealth to deploy clean energy projects and infrastructure to meet its net-zero goals and create better outcomes for communities, clean energy companies, and utilities. It further harnesses innovative technologies to power our green transition such as advanced metering, fusion energy, battery storage, grid-enhancing technologies and the buildout of fast-charging infrastructure and meter socket adapters to support widescale adoption of electric vehicles and heat pumps. This involves generating and procuring more clean power, solving interconnection issues, and incentivizing consumers and businesses to adopt green technologies. “This legislation represents the House’s fervent, continued commitment to meeting Massachusetts’ long-term emission reduction targets, as it builds on the work that the LegislaLawrence 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 Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net Jessica Giannino State Representative ture has already done to modernize the Commonwealth’s energy grid, increase clean energy generation, and to combat the climate crisis,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (DQuincy). “I want to thank Chairman Roy for his tireless work on this issue, as well as all my colleagues in the House for recognizing the importance of transitioning the Commonwealth’s energy grid away from fossil fuels over time.” “The legislation passed by the House today is a historic and necessary step forward for the Commonwealth at this juncture in our energy transition,” said Representative Jeff rey N. Roy (D-Franklin), House Chair of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. “Reforming the siting and permitting process will allow for the swift development of the clean energy generation we need to reach our climate goals, and the rapid build-out of the transmission infrastructure that will power our electrifi ed clean energy future. Setting procurement targets for clean energy and energy storage and incentivizing the adoption of inEverett Aluminum Aluminum Everett 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 “Same name, phone number & address for over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed •Roofing • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! Jeff rey Rosario Turco State Representative novative climate technologies will ensure that the buildout of our clean energy infrastructure is accomplished effi ciently and equitably, and is supportive of consumers and ratepayers.” “This legislation does so much to help combat the climate crisis we are facing and includes provisions to provide resources and technical support to municipalities to facilitate a transition as we work to meet Massachusetts’ long-term emission reduction targets,” said Representative Jessica Giannino (DRevere). “I am thankful for the leadership of Speaker Mariano and Chairman Roy for their tireless work on this issue and commitment to a cleaner, more effi - cient future.” “I was pleased to support this important piece of energy and climate related legislation. This bill is an import part of the Commonwealth’s long-term strategy to deal with the challenges of climate change and to implement the largest upgrade our of power grid since its creation. This is truly a ‘game changing’ piece of legislation when comMASS HOUSE | SEE Page 7 Celebrating 66 Years in Business! Summer is Here! 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 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 The Young Company’s Summer Festival 2024 Revere student takes the stage at Greater Boston Stage Company G reater Boston Stage Company was thrilled to announce its Young Company Summer Festival 2024! This year they’re turning up the excitement with a fantastic lineup that promises to dazzle and delight. Students in grades 4-12 will light up the stage with their renditions of “Seussical JR.,” “Disney’s High School Musical,” “SIX: The Musical, Teen Edition” and “Once Upon A Mattress.” Each proRON’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 duction highlights the incredible talent and dedication of young actors. Performances will run from August 8—11 at Greater Boston Stage Company in Stoneham, Mass. “We’re so excited to launch this year’s Summer Festival,” said Greater Boston Stage Company Education Manager Morgan Flynn. “The range of productions this year truly displays the versatility and enthusiasm of our young performers, and we can’t wait to share these stories with our community.” For more info: https://www. greaterbostonstage.org/ Revere student Alyana M. will be appearing in the Young Company Summer Festival production of “High School Musical.” (Courtesy photo) RevereTV Spotlight C ongratulations to all the winners and participants Free summer meals will be served in Revere through August 16, to all kids through age 18, at the following sites  Revere Beach Pavilion #2 (lunch 11am-1pm)  Sonny Meyers Park on Beach Street, (lunch 11am -1pm)  Hill School, rear entrance, stadium side, (breakfast 8am-9:30am; lunch 11am-1pm)  Paul Revere School, rear entrance, (Mon-Thurs), (breakfast 8am-9:30am; lunch 11am-1pm)  RHA Rose Recreational Center on Rose Street (lunch 11:30am-1pm)  RHA Adams Court Recreational on Adams St, (lunch 11:30am-1pm)  Ciarlone Park on Newhall Street (lunch 11:30am-1pm)  Louis Pasteur Park on Endicott Street (lunch 11:30am-1pm)  Costa Park, Shirley Avenue, (lunch 11am -1pm)  DeStoop Park, Oak Island, (lunch 12pm-1pm)  American Legion Lawn 249 Broadway,( Mon -Thur),12:00pm-1:00pm (July 8-August 8) Meals will be served Monday thru Friday except where noted. *                      of this year’s Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival! RevereTV was there all week as the sculptors prepped and then all weekend — from the Opening Ceremony to the Awards Ceremony on Saturday night. If you missed the celebrations or would like to look back at the vibrant weekend at the beach, tune in to the RTV Community Channel for a compilation of festival coverage. RevereTV’s YouTube page is the best place for daily update videos. Take the opportunity to get to know the sculptors in some of the videos on YouTube and go beyond looking at their fi nished artwork. Don’t forget to follow RevereTV on Instagram as well. Festival coverage will be replaying on the Community Channel over the next month or so. “Conversations with the     https://www.facebook.com/RPSDiningServices or https://x.com/rpsdining Mayor” is a program produced by RevereTV every year. This year Mayor Patrick Keefe was at the beach being interviewed by Ed Deveau. The two cover topics like what Mayor Keefe is looking forward to for the city and refl ecting on some high points from the past year. This episode of “Conversations with the Mayor” will be playing on the Community Channel daily over the next few weeks, but it can also be viewed on YouTube at your convenience. Victoria Fabbo was in the REVERETV | SEE Page 17

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 5 Revere Left Starstruck After Visit by ‘Shameless’ Star A By Melissa Moore-Randall s the residents of Revere were celebrating July 4th festivities, many were left starstruck with an impromptu visit by actor Ethan Cutkosky. Cutkosky is best known for his role as Carl Gallagher in the hit Showtime series “Shameless.” “Shameless,” which ran for 10 seasons, depicts the life of a dysfunctional family living in Chicago and also starred William H. Macy and Emma Rossum. Cutkosky made several stops during his visit to Revere, including stopping by Mayor Patrick Keefe’s office, sparring at the Revere Boxing and Outreach Program and sending Point of Pines residents and their guests into a frenzy when he stopped by a July 3rd celebration. Despite the frenzy, Cutkosky was courteous and friendly — stopping to take pictures with party revelers who could not be more excited to meet “Carl Gallagher”! Ethan Cutkosky, who is best known as Carl Gallagher of “Shameless,” with RHS teacher Elizabeth Lake on July 3. Local teens Jack Zimmerman and Danni Hope Randall excited to get a picture with Ethan Cutkosky, who is best known as Carl Gallagher of “Shameless” Mayor Patrick Keefe and Point of Pines residents with Ethan Cutkosky, who is best known as Carl Gallagher of “Shameless” Mayor Patrick Keefe and his Executive Assistant, Linda DeMaio, with Ethan Cutkosky, who is best known as Carl Gallagher of “Shameless,” during his visit to City Hall School Resource Offi cer Joe Singer and Firefi ghter Matt Parlante getting in some sparring with Ethan Cutkosky, who is best known as Carl Gallagher of “Shameless” 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

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The president’s self-awareness around the critical moment we are in for our Democracy will place him as one of the most principled presidents as it relates to domestic policy and a standard bearer for the American Republic the likes we have not seen since Abraham Lincoln. Simultaneously, the President’s domestic policy legacy in addition to helping save American Democracy has signifi cantly improved the material well-being of working families. While he is stepping away from electoral politics, the Biden-Harris administration brought us back from being overwhelmed by a global pandemic that cost millions of lives at home and abroad, the brink of an economic depression and into the strongest job growth our country has experienced in decades and increase in union membership which in turn has improved the economic wellbeing of millions. Further this administration has paved a clear path toward fighting for coastal communities like ours by earnestly addressing the climate crisis. Thanks to their work communities like ours are better prepared for increased fl ooding, droughts, and property damage due to extreme weather events that are happening more and more frequently. The job of saving Democracy, however, is ongoing and we can always deliver more for working families by lowering housing and child care costs, making more investments in our public infrastructure, including public safety and disaster relief, and securing a future with clean air and clean drinking water. Vice President Kamala Harris is the right person to carry on the mantle for all the things that matter to working-class people in Revere. We know of OP_ED | SEE Page 9

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 7 MASS HOUSE | FROM Page 3 bined with other legislation passed in the past few years,” said Representative Jeff rey Rosario Turco (D. Winthrop). Siting and Permitting Reform The bill streamlines the permitting process for small clean energy projects under 25 megawatts (MW) and small energy storage systems under 100 megawatt-hours (MWh) by allowing project developers to submit a permit application seeking a single permit that consolidates all necessary local permits and approvals. Municipalities would retain permitting authority over these projects and would be required to issue a single, fi nal decision within 12 months of the receipt of a complete permit application. The bill also allows the Energy Facilities Siting Board (EFSB) to issue consolidated permits for large clean energy generation facilities over 25 MW and large energy storage facilities and requires the EFSB to establish criteria governing siting and permitting. It would further allow the EFSB to issue a consolidated permit for a small clean transmission and distribution infrastructure facility, small clean energy generation, and small clean energy storage facilities. The legislation includes numerous provisions to provide resources and technical support to municipalities to facilitate this transition. It establishes parameters for the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) to create statewide standards pertaining to local siting, review, and permitting of clean energy infrastructure. It further establishes a Department of Public Utilities (DPU) and Energy Facility Siting Board (EFSB) Intervenor Support Trust Fund that will provide fi nancial support to parties that have been granted intervenor status by the DPU or EFSB, including governmental bodies, regional planning agencies, federally recognized tribes, state-acknowledged, or staterecognized tribes in permitting proceedings. The bill also: Establishes the Offi ce of Environmental Justice and Equity and authorizes it to develop guidance for community benefi t plans and agreements and to develop a cumulative impact analysis framework to inform the work of the EFSB Establishes the Division of Public Participation at the DPU which is tasked with helping stakeholders with business before the DPU/EFSB Requires public engagement as one of the uniform pre-fi ling engagement requirements that DOER is tasked with developing standards for Updates the composition of the EFSB by adding a municipal member, a representative of the Massachusetts Association of Regional Planning Agencies, and the Commissioner of Public Health and requires other public members to be experts in specifi c subject areas Diversifying the Commonwealth’s Clean Energy Portfolio This bill also mobilizes groundbreaking and innovative technologies that will power the Commonwealth’s green transition. This involves generating and procuring more clean power, solving interconnection issues, and incentivizing consumers and businesses to adopt green technologies. The legislation calls for a new procurement of 9.45 million MWh of clean energy resources, including existing nuclear generation. This legislation also directs DOER to review the effectiveness of existing off shore wind solicitations and procurements in contributing to statewide emissions goals, and to provide the Legislature with any recommendations of changes that would improve the current process. Additionally, this legislation provides the off shore wind industry and clean energy industry overall with greater fl exibility and lowers power costs for ratepayers by allowing developers to extend future contracts for up to 30 years instead of the 20-year maximum contract length currently allowed in Massachusetts. This legislation supports the development and procurement of additional clean energy generation by authorizing the Secretary of the Executive Offi ce of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) to direct DOER to promulgate regulations establishing market-based mechanisms that will allow the Commonwealth to participate in regional or multi-state competitive solicitations. This adds another tool to the state’s toolbox, helping to procure more renewable generation to meet demand for increased electrifi cation. Building off past climate and energy legislation passed by the Legislature in 2021 and 2022, this bill requires the distribution companies, in coordination with DOER, to procure up to 5,000 MW of new and existing energy storage systems with specifi c MW requirements for mid-duration, long-duration, and multi-day energy storage systems. The bill also helps to dispel misinformation about battery storage safety risks by requiring state guidance on the public health, safety, and environmental impacts of electric battery storage. Based on the recommendations of the Clean Energy Transmission Working Group, which noted that grid-enhancing technologies reduce congestion, this legislation provides for an effi cient buildout of the transmission system by requiring that utilities consider the cost-effectiveness of deploying grid-enhancing technologies when proposing capital investments. As demand on the electrical grid increases with the increased adoption of electric vehicles and heat pumps, the rollout of advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) — including smart meters, communications networks, and data management systems — will enable effi cient grid management and improve resiliency. This legislation supports the rollout of these technologies by requiring utilities that are deploying AMI to jointly create a centralized data repository to provide access to detailed AMI customer data, subject to customer approval, and authorizing the DPU to provide cost recovery for utilities for necessary expenses incurred in AMI implementation. It maintains consumer protections by establishing an opt-out option for electric customers. These changes will help companies and individuals use the devices in their institution, place of business, or home more effi ciently and provide real-time data to the grid, allowing for greater fl exibility. To help propel new sources of clean generation, this legislation adds fusion energy to the list of RPS Class I renewable energy generating sources. As fusion energy becomes commercially viable, Massachusetts will be strategically ahead by incorporating it into our renewable energy portfolio standard. This bill also grants the DPU to establish criteria for a moderate-income discount rate in addition to the existing lowincome discount rate. The bill directs the distribution companies to conduct substantial outreach efforts to make the low-income or moderate discount available to eligible customers and report to DOER annually on its outreach activities and results. Supporting the growth and long-term success of the offshore wind industry in Massachusetts has been a key priority of the Legislature over the past few sessions, most notably through the 2022 climate law, An Act Driving Clean Energy and Offshore Wind, which created an Off shore Wind Industry Investment Trust Fund to support off shore wind research and development, innovation, manufacturing, commercialization, and deployment. The refundable off shore wind industry and capital investment tax credits are expanded in the legislation passed today in order to apply to off shore wind facility lessees that commit to the creation of 50 new full-time jobs, further spurring workforce development in the state’s growing off - shore wind industry for smalland mid-sized employers, in addition to the large, 200-employee plus employers that were previously able to tax advantage of such tax credits. Transportation Electrifi cation & Building Decarbonization The bill passed today also advances building decarbonization strategies, including by broadening the business portfolio of gas utility companies to become thermal energy companies as well, allowing them to provide heat to their customers through utility-scale, non-emitting thermal energy. To help address the signifi - cant buildout of electric vehicle charging infrastructure needed to facilitate mass adoption of electric vehicles, the bill requires DOER, in consultation with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassGerry 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 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. We are closed for vacation and reopening on Friday, August 2nd at 4PM. August 2nd at 4PM. 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Having been passed by the Senate, the bill now goes back for its further consideration.

Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces More Than $13 Million to Support Life Sciences Workforce Development and STEM Education Initiatives Awards to Support STEM Curricula at 91 Schools and Expand Training Programs at 20 Institutions, Preparing more than 42,000 Students for Exciting Careers in Life Sciences and STEM Fields F RAMINGHAM, MA — Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced $13.1 million in grants through the Massachusetts Life Science Center’s (MLSC) STEM Equipment and Professional Development Grant program and the Workforce Development Capital Grant program. Massachusetts Secretary of Economic Development Yvonne Hao joined Senate President Karen Spilka, MLSC, and state and local offi - cials to announce the awards at Sanofi in Framingham. “Today’s announcement demonstrates our administration’s commitment to supporting the life sciences industry, including by investing in education and training opportunities that will inspire a new generation of life science and STEM fi eld workers,” said Governor Maura Healey. “By sparking early interest in the life sciences among students and funding industry-aligned programs, we are creating a world-class talent pipeline and supporting the continued growth of life sciences companies in Massachusetts.” “Our workforce remains our calling card in the life sciences and other key sectors thanks to our top-tier educational system and outstanding training and higher education institutions,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “We are incredibly proud to support so many institutions, students, and teachers with these awards as we expand opportunity regionally and grow a talent pool that is the envy of the world for life science employers.” “We are excited to be in Framingham to announce today’s awards, as this community and the MetroWest region exemplify the continued return on investment of the Life Sciences Initiative,” said Secretary of Economic Development Yvonne Hao, who serves as Co-Chair of the MLSC Board of Directors. “Congratulations to our awardees — we cannot wait to see these students continue their education journeys and pursue rewarding careers at Massachusetts life science companies like Sanofi .” “The Healey-Driscoll Administration is committed to investments that grow our already world-class talent pipeline for sectors that are critical to our innovation economy,” said Secretary of Administration and Finance Matthew J. Gorzkowicz. “These awards support vital educational and training providers across Massachusetts that are creating access and opportunities for students and ensuring we extend our lead in the life sciences space.” “When people think about life sciences in the United States, they think of Massachusetts. When people think of life sciences in Massachusetts, they think of MetroWest,” said Senate President to support Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center is one of the reasons for that. The grants awarded today will train the next generation of life sciences experts right here in our state, and off er thousands of students a springboard into well-paying jobs and into the middle class, including many who are right here in Framingham. I’m tremendously grateful to Secretary Hao and the leadership of the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center for their continued confidence in MetroWest, and their vision for life sciences across the entire Commonwealth.” “Investing heavily in the growth of the life sciences industry here in Massachusetts has been a constant priority for the House, exemplifi ed most recently by the House’s historic proposed investment in the industry, and the 10year reauthorization of the Life Sciences Initiative that is also included in the House’s economic development bill,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “I’m grateful to the Healey-Driscoll Administration for thoughtfully allocating the funding that is being announced today, and I look forward to continuing our strong support for this critical industry of the future.” The Healey-Driscoll Administration proposed a $1 billion, 10-year reauthorization of the Life Sciences Initiative in the Mass Leads Act, the administration’s economic development bill, to extend Massachusetts’ leadership as the global leader in this cutting-edge industry. The new initiative prioritizes competitiveness, innovation, and equity by creating better workforce pathways into industry careers and improving health outcomes for Massachusetts residents. “Now and into the future, we remain committed to accelerating impactful educational and career opportunities across Massachusetts,” said MLSC Acting CEO and Vice President of Economic Development and Partnerships Jeanne LeClair. “Massachusetts students deserve these opportunities, which we hope sparks interest in a thriving industry as we continue to increase the number of schools and institutions that are strengthening and diversifying our life sciences talent pipeline.” Following today’s grant announcement, state and local officials toured Sanofi’s award-winning digitally enabled manufacturing facility in Framingham, one of the world’s fi rst digital facilities using intensifi ed, continuous production technologies. “Grounded by our rich heritage and driven by our patient-focused, science led approach, we are proud of our legacy and our unwavering commitment to the communities where we live and work across the Commonwealth,” said Deborah Glasser, Head, Specialty Care North America and U.S. Country Lead at Sanofi. “As one of the largest life sciences companies in Massachusetts, we applaud today’s announcement and the continued investment in STEM education and workforce development.” Framingham Public Schools is receiving $159,617 through the STEM Equipment and Professional Development Grant Program to support four schools serving 2,673 students and providing professional development for more than a dozen teachers. The funds will be used toward high-quality instruction material for life science units for students and educator training. The funds will also be used to purchase virtual/augmented reality equipment to support highly engaging life science curricula.

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 9 STEM Equipment and Professional Development Grants MLSC is awarding nearly $2.8 million in capital and teacher professional development funding for 30 projects through the STEM Equipment and Professional Development Grant program. This funding will serve more than 37,000 students at 91 schools and provide professional development opportunities for more than 460 teachers. The program prepares students for life sciences careers by enabling schools to purchase lab equipment, materials, supplies, and technology, and provide teachers with professional development opportunities that support the implementation of advanced curricula and standards alignment. Awardees include: Applicant Location MassBioEd Revere Public Schools Award Amount Revere Students to be Served Malden $136,462 3,306 $79,831 1,700 Since its inception, MLSC has awarded more than $25.7 million to nearly 280 high schools and middle schools, serving schools in all 14 Massachusetts counties, all 26 Gateway Cities, and 38 percent of all public middle and high school students. This funding has leveraged more than $2.5 million in cash and in-kind matching funds. The Center previously OP_ED | FROM Page 6 the saying, “the boss makes a dollar, I make a dime,” and in a time where the boss makes 30-times the dime the workers like us make, VP Harris, as part of the Biden-Harris administration and as a former prosecutor has the experience and results needed so that American working families can keep more money in their pocket, predatory university scammers are held accountable and most importantly our Democracy is preserved. That is why as the only Democrat from Revere in the Massachusetts 5th Congressional District that is a delegate to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, I will be voting for Kamala Harris to be the Democratic Nominee and next President of these United States. The choice is clear, the time is now. (Juan Pablo Jaramillo is a Revere Councillor-at-Large and Delegate to the Democratic National Convention from Massachusetts’ 5th Congressional District.) awarded more than $191 million to support workforce development in the construction, renovation, and outfitting of life sciences laboratories and training facilities at 50 institutions, including 16 twoyear community colleges. About the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) is an economic development investment agency dedicated to supporting the growth and development of the life sciences in Massachusetts, home to the most verdant and productive life sciences ecosystem in the world. Through public-private funding initiatives, the MLSC supports innovation, research and development, commercialization, and manufacturing activities in the fi elds of biopharma, medical device, diagnostics and digital health. Since its creation in 2007, the MLSC has strategically deployed more than $970 million in Massachusetts, through a combination of grants, loans, capital infrastructure investments, tax incentives and workforce programs. These investments have created thousands of jobs and propelled the development of new therapies, devices and scientifi c advancements that are improving patient health and well-being in Massachusetts and beyond.

Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 20th Annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival Draws Millions Canadian resident Jobi Bouchard created “Blend In,” which won fi rst place. Last year’s champion, Slavian Borecki, of Poland, won second place and was congratulated by John Hamel. The Netherlands resident Susanne Ruseler was congratulated by Linda DeMaio on winning third place for “Dunner.” The Netherlands resident Bouke Atema won fourth place for “Barn Swallow, Swallow, Barn.” At right, Kathleen Heiser placed a medal on his chest. Shown from left to right: Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna, State Representative Jessica Giannino, Mayor Patrick Keefe, State Representative Jeff rey Turco, State Senator Lydia Edwards, Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya and Ward 2 Councillor/City Council Vice President Ira Novoselsky. Melineige Beauregard and Christopher Guinto, of Broken Glass Sand Sculptures, announced the winners. Artists get pumped to hear the winners. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 11 FESTIVAL | FROM Page 1 Jonathan “Jobi” Bouchard of Quebec won the top prize from judges for “Blend In,” as well as the People’s Choice and the opinion of the sculptors themselves. “I thought I had a good chance, but you never know,” he said. “It’s hard to judge art.” “It’s an impossible task to judge art because it’s an expression of feeling,” Beauregard agreed. Among other sculptors was Ndricim “Jimmy” Bejko — originally from Albania and now living in East Boston — one of the new sculptors this year. His piece was “Let’s Take a Selfi e.” A longtime clay sculptor, he had applied for entry before, but was told he needed more experience with sand. Works shown at the Topsfi eld Fair, among other places, led to him being accepted. “It’s going great,” he said. “The most talented sand sculptors in the world are here.” Morgan Rudluff of San Francisco has competed in Revere before and was back with “Say More.” “I love this event; it’s one of my favorites,” she said. “There’s a strong community vibe and great sand.” Veteran entrant Deborah Barrett-Cutulle of Saugus was also one of the sculptors with “A Butterfl y’s Playground.” “The festival is a wonderful thing,” she feels. Her daughter, Talia, sang the National Anthem at the awards ceremony. Sand sculpting is a unique art form and the sculptors have become a close-knit group. “With people competing at this level, we’ve known each other for years,” Rudluff said. “We are a family and it’s fun and a challenge to compete with such a talented group.” Among the people enjoying the day were Kevin Beaudry of Leominster and his children Charles, Jayne and Patty. “I used to work in the area, so I knew about it,” he said. “There’s a lot of good work here.” His cousin Jordyn Fontaine drove up from Connecticut to visit the family and see the sand sculptures. “This is the second year I’ve come and it’s awesome,” she said. Richard Marasco of Wilmington heard about the event on the radio and came over with his daughter Katie and grandson Milo, also from Wilmington. “This is my fi rst time at Revere Beach,” Richard said. “It’s fantastic.” “I haven’t been here for years, but will defi nitely come back,” Katie added. Renaud and Kelly Plantey and their daughter, Ellie, took public transportation from East Boston, as they sometimes do to go to the beach or restaurants. “It’s very convenient,” Renaud said. As usual, politicians were out in full force. Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe said the festival “opens up doors for people to see the beauty of a beach we see every day. It’s an opportunity for us to show what we already know.” On Saturday morning he gave Kate Fox of the state Dept. of Travel and Tourism a tour of the beach. “The festival brings families Shown from left to right: Revere DEI Director Steven Morabito, Ward 5 Councillor Angela GuarinoSawaya, Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna, Miss Massachusetts Kiersten Khoury, Mayor Patrick Keefe and First Lady Jennifer Keefe. and revenue into the city,” Revere Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna said. She attended the festival with her friend Laurie Shannon of Malden. “I often came to Revere Beach as a kid and it’s nice to be here for this,” Shannon said. “The sculptures bring people to the area.” Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya called the festival “wonderful” and credited the Revere Beach Partnership for putting it together. Revere Diversity Equity and Inclusion director Steve Morabito said he was at the fi rst festival 20 years ago and noted how much it has grown over the years. State Senator Lydia Edwards said the festival is when “Revere shines for the whole world.” State Rep. Jessica Giannino called the festival “the best week of the year at Revere Beach.” State Rep. Jeff rey Turco also called the festival “wonderful.” Another dignitary in attendance was Miss Massachusetts Kiersten Khoury, of Westwood, who introduced the sculptors at the awards ceremony. “It’s my fi rst time here,” she said. “I picked a good year to come.” Among vendors was a group from NeighborHealth, formerly the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center. “A lot of people have come by,” its Community Engagement Supervisor and Revere resident Nery Castro reported. And to cap off the 20th year, thousands stuck around for the dazzling fireworks display on Saturday night.

Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Miss Massachusetts Kiersten Khoury opened the ceremony. Saugus resident Deborah Barrett-Cutulle worked on “A Butterfl y’s Playground.” The crowd watched California resident Morgan Rudluff work on “Say More.” Revere Beach Partnership President Kristen Karshis celebrated the festival’s 20th anniversary Standing beside the sculpture “A Butterfly’s Playground” — by Saugus sculptor Deb Barrett-Cutulle — Randy Hill, with his daughter Ava, 2, said they’re proud to have local representation. Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky checked out the sculptures. Talia Cutulle performed the national anthem. Revere Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna (at right) and Malden resident Laurie Shannon remembered the roller coaster at America’s First Public Beach. Vendor Steve Migliaccio sold Pikachu. Elena Martinez, who works at Malden City Hall, and Daniela DiNoia are shown standing by Japanese resident Matsu Yoshi’s sculpture “Pray.” Braintree residents Suzanne Wu (in front) and Jiangyun Sheng played Connect 4. East Boston residents Ellie, 22 months, Kelly and Renaud Plantey said their favorite sculpture is “Space Child.” Hungary resident Hanga Hromko, 8, played cornhole. Wilmington residents Milo Sullivan, 7, Katie Morisco and Richard Marisco by the slush machine

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 13 Shown from left to right: Revere DEI Director Steve Morabito, Miss Massachusetts Kiersten Khoury and Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya. Shown from left to right: Former State Representative Kathi Reinstein, State Representative Jeff Turco, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Representative Jessica Giannino, Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna and Malden resident Laurie Shannon. Shown from left to right: New York resident Thalia Cuticle with Saugus residents Deb and Arthur Barrett-Cutulle with the centerpiece behind them. Shown from left to right: Revere’s First Lady, Jennifer Keefe, Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe, Debbie and Jim Mercurio and Ben and Jill Rhodes. Shown from left to right: Patricia Dos Santos, Nery Castro, Maria Teresa and Kenia Delgado handed out oranges to take a breather from the heat — from NeighborHealth — formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Shown from left to right: Connecticut resident Jordyn Fontaine with Jayne Beaudry, 10, Charlie Beaudry, 11, Kevin Beaudry and Patty Beaudry, 7, who traveled from Leominster, during Saturday’s 20th Annual International Sand Sculpting Festival at Revere Beach. Portal To Hope (“PTH”) serves people whose lives have been impacted by domestic violence and related assault crimes. Job Opportunities Available: PTH is seeking an Operations Assistant and a Licensed Social Worker to join our team! If you would like to join PTH’s award-winning team and share your leadership in the cause to end domestic violence, please call (781) 338-7678 for more information; or, email: nita@portaltohope.org. Revere Beach Boulevard was bustling with thousands sand castle onlookers.

Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 City Hosts Colombian Independence Day Celebration By Tara Vocino he fi rst Colombian Councillor-at-Large, Juan Pablo Jaramillo, and Las Parceritas helped to celebrate Colombian independence by raising the Colombian fl ag last Thursday night on the Charles McMackin Lawn on Broadway. T Mayoral Chief of Staff Claudia Correa, who is Colombian, introduced Mayor Patrick Keefe. The first Colombian Councillor-at-Large, Juan Pablo Jaramillo, showed his cultural pride with a pin. Mayor Patrick Keefe said nearly 7,000 Colombians live in the city. Event organizer Diana Cardona, of Las Parceritas, welcomed everyone. Colombian Consul General in Boston Carolina Mejia Gil spoke in Spanish. Shown from left to right: Tatiana Avendaño, Mayor Patrick Keefe and Monica Henao, of Ankamo music. Language Access Specialist Asmaa Abou Fouda (at left) and event organizer Diana Cardona Shown from left to right: School Committee Secretary John Kingston, School Committee member Anthony Caggiano, Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio, School Committee Vice-Chair Jacqueline Monterroso, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Ward 5 Councillor Angela Guarino-Sawaya, Councillor-at-Large Juan Pablo Jaramillo, City Council Vice President/Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky and Councillor-at-Large Robert Haas.

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 15 The Colombian fl ag was raised. Shown from left to right: Rosa Rios, Beatriz Mosquera, Jaedan Wixon and El Concilio Latino De Massachusetts Inc. President/Founder Liana Jorge Matute on the American Legion lawn during last Thursday’s Colombian Flag Raising. Saul Garcia sang the Colombian National Anthem. Ramiro Garcia prayed. Revere DPW workers Eddy Volcimus (at left) and Daniel Vranos raised the fl ag. Shown from left to right: Carolina Mejia Gil, Councillor-at-Large Robert Haas, Mayor’s Chief of Staff Claudia Correa, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Lina Tramelli, Paula Sepulveda and John Festa. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Shown from left to right: Revere Department of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director Steven Morabito, Mayoral Chief of Staff Claudia Correa, National Anthem singer Saul Garcia, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Councillor-at-Large Juan Pablo Jaramillo, event host Diana Cardona and Councillors-at-Large Marc Silvestri and Robert Haas.

Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 The Spring Chronicles of K9 Charlie By Melissa Moore-Randall W ith summer finally arriving, Revere’s Community Resource Dog K9 Charlie is wrapped up the 23-24 school year and getting ready for some muchdeserved R & R after a very busy spring! “I know all of my human kid friends are very excited about summer vacation. Who doesn’t love summer? NO SCHOOL! It has been a great year, and I have had so many adventures at our schools, in the city and beyond! I have really been shaking my tailfeather everywhere providing comfort and love. “Spring kicked off with the first ever Rumble in Revere sponsored by the Revere Boxing Outreach Program. I have so many friends at Revere Boxing. I was able to see a lot of good competition and was proud of my human boxing buddies! “I met Blades who is the mascot for the Boston Bruins when he visited one of our schools. He was pretty fun! However, he did not really look like a human! I headed up north to Endicott College to be part of the Autism Awareness TouchA-Truck event! I love being K9 Charlie participating in One Mission Buzz Off at Gillette Stadium K9 Charlie proudly watching his RHS human friends graduate with my dog friends and sniffing all the trucks! I was invited to Gillette Stadium to be a part of the One Mission Buzz Off which raises money for kids with cancer where people shave their heads. I was able to see where the Patriots play and a guy named Tom Brady. I never met him but I heard he is pretty famous in New England. My friend, Toby, who is a therapy dog too and convinced Dad to get me, had his 1000th visit at the Hill School and retired. I am so proud of Toby. As I told him, I have it from here buddy! “Revere schools were K9 Charlie checking out the solar eclipse K9 Charlie providing security during MCAS testing at RHS lucky to see quite a bit of me! I went to my first robotics event. I saw a lot of things moving and shaking around that had no legs! Well legs with no fur or feet! The club makes some pretty cool robots! I was hired as security for MCAS at RHS when the kids were taking their big exam! Of course, I was the Guest of Honor at the Revere High Senior and Junior Proms. It is so exciting to see all of my high school human friends dressed up and sparkling. I wore my bow tie and was once again the unofficial Prom King. I also attended the RHS Sports Awards Night to see all of the athletes earn awards for being great students/athletes. It’s pretty cool to be smart and good at sports! Some of the trophies were ginormous. And of course I went to the RHS Graduation. It was a proud day to see all of my high school senior class humans crossing the stage receiving a diploma. I guess a diploma is what you get when you are all done with school. Can you believe that these kids went to school for 13 years? I am so proud of them! “Needless to say, I have been busy and I have loved every minute of it. This summer you will see me at the summer school programs, park and rec programs, the library, the beach and all around! Most of all I am looking forward to relaxing with my family in York, Maine … our getaway K9 Charlie cheering on all of the RHS student/athletes including sophomore Danni Hope Randall, a GBL All-Star in Indoor Track and Softball and a record breaker in Indoor Track K9 Charlie and his handler are shown with a new friend. place.” “To learn more about me and my adventures, you can follow me on Instagram at charlie_reverepd. To date, I have over 1,800 followers. Let’s get to 2,000 by summer! Be safe, be smart and have a great summer!”

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 17 OBITUARIES Charles J. Martarano, Jr. O f Revere. Passed away on July 22nd at 81 years of age. Born in Boston, he was the son of Charles J. and Celeste (Leone) Martarano. He attended schools in East Boston and was a graduate of East Boston High School. Charles then enlisted in the United States Army and served honorably during the Vietnam Era. He and his wife Christina would have celebrated their anniversary of 35 years in October, and they have resided in Revere since 1994. Charles worked for over 40 years for the State of Massachusetts as a clerk in the state bookstore for the Secretary of State William F. Galvin and during that time he also worked part time as a cab driver. After retirement, Charlie continued to keep busy, and more recently he worked for Auto Parts International. Charles was a family man, devoted to his wife, his son and grandchildren. He loved being surrounded by his family and enjoyed going to numerous concerts with his son Jay. He was devoted to his role as “Grandpa Charlie” and was very proud of his grandchildren. He loved to cook and to socialize. He always had a good joke and made his presence known by always lighting up a room whenever he entered. Charles also loved animals and he adored being with his faithful canine companion, Banjo, who was most loyal to him and misses him dearly. He is the beloved husband of Christina M. (Calabruso) Martarano of Revere. Devoted father of Jay Martarano and his wife Filomena of Peabody and he is the cherished grandfather of Jason Martarano and Vanessa Martarano, both of Peabody. He is also lovingly survived by his aunts; Lucy Chiarello and Rose Abaid, his cousins; Michael Chiesa and his wife Sandy, his canine companion, “Banjo” and several other cousins. Family and friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Friday, July 26th beginning 10:00 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Immaculate Conception Church, 133 Beach St., Revere at 12:00 p.m., followed by interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Gloria (Masucci) Marotta O f Revere. Affectionately known to many as “Darlin,” passed away on July 18, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, Gloria’s legacy lives on in the hearts of those she loved. A Visitation was held at the Paul Buonfi glio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 24 followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Revere. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to LLS (Leukemia & Lymphoma Society), Donor Services, P.O. Box 22324, New York, NY 10087 or at www.lls.org. family, and devotion. She was born in Boston, MA, on December 23, 1926, to the late Joseph Masucci and Marie (Fazio). Gloria spent many years as a dedicated secretary in the insurance business. Yet it was her role as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother that truly defi ned her. Gloria loved to cook; the aroma of the foods she prepared (especially her homemade meatballs!) frequently filled the air. She was loving, kind, giving, and good-natured. Her family was her greatest joy, her children and grandchildren the center of her universe. Gloria is survived by her beloved daughters, Diane Santaniello and Jan Iascone; her son-in-law, Daniel Iascone; her grandsons, Alex Iascone and Frankie and Nicky Santaniello; her granddaughter-inlaw, Jennifer Santaniello; her great-grandchildren, Hayden and Jackson Santaniello; her sister-in-law, Ines Simonelli; and her brother-in-law, Al DeFeo, and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Gloria was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Salvatore Marotta; her cherished daughter, Donna Marie; her brothers, Alexander and Peter Masucci. sonal life, touching the lives of many with his supportive nature and warm heart. Billy proudly served his country in the United States Army. William’s dedication to his work William A. DiSisto was evident in his long and fruitful career with the United States Postal Service, where he held the influential position of Supervisor. His commitment, diligence, and hard work led to him retiring honorably from the service. However, his service did not stop there. With his love for sports and the local community, William worked as an usher at Fenway Park for 22 years and at the Boston Garden, an experience he cherished deeply. These roles allowed him to engage with people and make countless friends, further highlighting his warm, welcoming, and engaging personality. Beyond his professional life, O F Revere. A thoughtful soul and loving pillar of the Revere community, passed away at the age of 80. Born on September 11, 1943, in Revere, William remained a lifelong resident of the city he held dear. He was the loving son of the late Donato DiSisto and Mary (Morechi), and dear brother of the late Annette LaMarca and her late husband Alphonse LaMarca. A man of service and dedication, William shined brightly in his career and perLocal students earn spring 2024 REVERETV | FROM Page 4 Dean’s List at UMass Amherst U Mass Amherst was pleased to announce that the following Revere residents were named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester. In order to qualify, an undergraduate student must receive a 3.5 grade-point average or better on a 4-point scale. 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Follow along as this plays on the Community Channel or watch at your own pace on YouTube. Prepare for an exciting food journey! The City of Revere collaborated with local community members Las Parceritas for a celebration of Colombia’s Independence Day last week. The event started with a ceremonial fl ag raising in front of City Hall folWilliam was a beacon of love and support in his family. He was an adored uncle to Loreena LaMarca-Celona and her late husband James, Michael LaMarca, and Alfred LaMarca. He was also a cherished greatuncle to Meghann Celona-Sullivan and her husband Timothy, and a caring great-great uncle to Christopher and Logan Sullivan. His love, kindness, and thoughtful nature will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his legacy will forever live on in their hearts. A Visitation will be held at the Paul Buonfi glio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home 128 Revere St., Revere on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 from 9:00am to 10:30am followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Revere at 11:00am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Private Interment. lowed by an open celebration at McMackin Veterans Memorial Park/American Legion. RevereTV streamed this event live on the Community Channel, where it is now replaying over the next few weeks. The fl ag raising ceremony is also posted to RevereTV’s YouTube channel. The Revere City Council met on July 22. You can watch replays of this meeting and many others now playing on RTV GOV. Along with the City Council, you will see the latest from the License Commission, Traffi c Commission, Legislative Affairs Sub-Committee, Zoning Board of Appeals and Revere Board of Health. All meetings stream live on RTV GOV and YouTube and then replay in the weeks following each meeting.

Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 gets eventually go belly up.” “Once again, the Massachusetts 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 GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST — Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and infl uence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://massterlist.com/subscribe/ THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of July 15-19.. APPROVE $58 BILLION FISCAL 2025 STATE BUDGET (H 4800) House 154-3, Senate 40-0, approved and sent to Gov. Maura Healey a $58 billion fi scal 2025 state budget for the fiscal year that began July 1, 2024. The price tag represents a 1.97 billion or 3.5 percent increase over last year’s fi scal 2024 budget. The package uses more than $1 billion in one-time revenues to support the spending bill. Aside from the spending, the package makes policy changes including authorizing free community college, free rides on regional transit agencies, allowing the Massachusetts Lottery to sell its products online. A portion of the new revenue collected from online Lottery sales, estimated to be $100 million in in fi scal year 2025, would fund a permanent Commonwealth Cares for Children grant program which provides long-term stability for high-quality and aff ordable care for families. Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) said, “This budget is a vote of confi dence in every Massachusetts resident going to school, raising a family and working to make ends meet—as well as a strong blueprint for bringing equity and opportunity to every region and resident of our state.” “This budget takes a fi scally responsible approach to making meaningful investments in areas of signifi cant need,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “I’m proud of the fact that the … budget allocates key funding to better support Massachusetts students and families, to increase access to aff ordable health care and to provide for a safer and more reliable public transportation system.” “This year’s budget includes a $2 billion spending hike with $208 million less in tax revenues,” said Rep. Nick Boldyga (R-Southwick) one of only three members to vote against the budget. “So Democrats dug into reserve funds to balance this budget boondoggle. Even the Massachusetts Municipal Association said this year’s budget wasn’t based in reality. The budget ‘freebies’ include free school meals, free tuition at community colleges and no-charge rides on the state’s 15 regional transit authorities. The people stuck footing the bill are the working-class and from what I’ve seen they’re struggling to pay their bills and buy groceries. I’m not sure they can withstand more tax increases when these bloated budLegislature is the last state in the country to pass its annual budget, and once again it is the largest budget in state history,” said Paul Craney, spokesman for the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “Legislators are already putting their thumb on the scale when determining the spending ratio for the income surtax funds, in which education spending is 17 percent greater than transportation, a ratio that was included in neither chamber’s original budget. House and Senate leaders also included multiple new and costly programs at a time when state revenue collections have been underperforming and a new billion dollar migrant crisis is growing. Long term, this will be very diffi cult to fi x unless these same big government spenders decide to cut the spending priorities they are passing in this budget.” (A “Yes” vote is for the budget. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes Sen. Lydia Edwards Yes APPROVE FIREARMS CHANGES (H 4885) House 123-33, Senate 35-5, approved and sent to Gov. Healey a bill that would change some of the state’s gun laws. Provisions include cracking down on untraceable “ghost guns;” banning fi rearms in additional public spaces like schools, polling places and government buildings; expanding the 2018 “red fl ag” law that allows school administrators and licensed health care providers to petition a court to temporarily take firearms away from someone deemed a threat to themselves or others; closing loopholes that allow the modifi cation of legal fi rearms into illegal automatic weapons; and providing a legacy clause so all fi rearms legally owned and registered in Massachusetts as of the eff ective date of the bill will continue to be legal and may be bought and sold within the state. “Today, as we consistently do in the area of fi rearm safety, we take the lead in making the commonwealth a safer place to live by giving law enforcement the tools they need to go after ghost guns, keeping battlefi eld weapons out of our neighborhoods and keep our schools, homes, town halls and polling locations safe,” said Rep. Mike Day (D-Stoneham), House Chair of the Committee on the Judiciary. “While Washington is paralyzed by dysfunction that endangers Americans across the country, we in Massachusetts address our challenges directly and take the steps necessary to modernize our fi rearm laws to keep us safe.” “In the decade since we last updated Massachusetts’ gun statues, our nation and our commonwealth have continued to be rocked by mass shootings and gun tragedies at an alarming rate,” said Majority Leader Sen. Cindy Creem (D-Newton). “This legislation proactively addresses the root causes of gun crime to curb the epidemic of violence and prevent tragedy before it strikes. It does so by ensuring that ghost guns, Glock switches and assault-style fi rearms are kept off our streets and out of the wrong hands.” “While we all share the same fundamental goal: to ensure the safety and well-being of our families, our neighbors and our communities, it is critical that we approach it with a balanced perspective that respects Constitutional rights while striving for effective solutions that target violent crime,” said Rep. Joe McKenna (R-Sutton). “Unfortunately, the legislation passed, while well-intentioned, did not achieve that goal. The reality is that the commonwealth already has some of the strictest gun laws in the nation. As a result, those who choose to exercise their Second Amendment Constitutional rights have jumped through hoops for decades to remain law-abiding citizens. Meanwhile, those intent on committing violence — and doing so with a fi rearm — will continue to have no regard for these proposed laws or for those already on the books.” “We were given less than 24-hours to read a 116-page bill with potentially serious legal repercussions for lawful firearm owners in a state that already has some of the most stringent gun laws in the country,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton). “An overwhelming number of my constituents reached out to my offi ce expressing their opposition to this legislation and their concerns about the lack of transparency regarding this bill throughout the entire legislative process. This bill unfairly punishes law-abiding gun owners and doesn’t do enough to address the root cause of gun violence in our communities.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco No Sen. Lydia Edwards Yes CLEAN ENERGY (H 4884) House 131-25, approved a bill that supporters said would increase the state’s supply of clean energy by setting new renewable energy generation storage procurement targets, and by streamlining the state and local permitting process. The Senate has already approved a diff erent version of the measure and a House-Senate conference committee will hammer out a compromise version. Provisions include streamlining the permitting process for small clean energy projects under 25 megawatts and small energy storage systems under 100 megawatt-hours by allowing project developers to submit a permit application seeking a single permit that consolidates all necessary local permits and approvals. Municipalities would retain permitting authority over these projects and would be required to issue a single, fi nal decision within 12 months of the receipt of a complete permit application. “The legislation passed by the House today is a historic and necessary step forward for the commonwealth at this juncture in our energy transition,” said Rep. Jeff Roy (D-Franklin), House Chair of the Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. “Reforming the siting and permitting process will allow for the swift development of the clean energy generation we need to reach our climate goals, and the rapid buildout of the transmission infrastructure that will power our electrifi ed clean energy future. Setting procurement targets for clean energy and energy storage and incentivizing the adoption of innovative climate technologies will ensure that the buildout of our clean energy infrastructure is accomplished effi ciently and equitably and is supportive of consumers and ratepayers.” “This legislation represents the House’s fervent, continued commitment to meeting Massachusetts’ long-term emission reduction targets, as it builds on the work that the Legislature has already done to modernize the commonwealth’s energy grid, increase clean energy generation, and to combat the climate crisis,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “The bill makes significant changes to the local siting and permitting processes for clean energy infrastructure projects, some of which undermines local control,” said Rep. Kelly Pease (R-Westfi eld) who voted against the bill. “This expedited process is great for energy suppliers, but not necessarily for local communities.” “[The bill] was intended to streamline and accelerate permitting for renewable energy projects, but it did not add important

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 19 safeguards I requested to make sure that projects are built safely and sustainable,” said Rep. Steven Xiarhos (R-Barnstable). “Communities across Cape Cod are expressing concern over the possible health, safety, environmental and fi nancial eff ects of these projects. Ultimately, I believe this bill was not in the best interests of the people of the Fifth Barnstable District, who support clean energy generally but who want assurances about the safety of this infrastructure.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Yes HEALTH CARE CHANGES (S 2871) Senate 38-2, approved a bill that supporters said includes urgent reforms to the state’s health care system to boost oversight and transparency in the market, improve patient access to prescribed medication and treatment and plug holes in oversight of hospitals, especially for-profi t systems like the bankrupt Steward Health Care. The House has already approved a diff erent version of the measure and a House-Senate conference committee will hammer out a compromise version. Provisions in the Senate version include expanding oversight of private equity fi rms, real estate investment trusts and management services organizations involved with Massachusetts health care providers; requiring a new insurance carrier to honor any prior authorizations approved by a previous carrier for at least 90 days following a patient’s enrollment in the new health plan; establishing a health insurance bureau within the Division of Insurance to conduct rate reviews of premium rates for health benefi t plans and disseminate information to consumers about health insurance coverage; and establishing licensing structures for certain health care providers currently not licensed, and not subject to Department of Public Health oversight, including offi ce-based surgical centers, urgent care centers, and health care practices. “Massachusetts is the health care capital of the world because we take seriously our responsibility to invest in and protect our systems, providers and patients,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “As we stare down a health care market plagued by high costs and the fallout from private equity mismanagement, the Senate has doubled down on our responsibility to our residents, making us a national leader in safeguarding patients, expanding access to car and holding private equity accountable.” “I’m pleased that the Senate has taken an expansive overhaul of the commonwealth’s struggling health care system with this regulatory redress bill,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “The collapse of Steward Health Care shows us that it’s now time to reform the system and make transparent the process of costs in relation to services rendered to patients. While Massachusetts is known throughout the world as providing the very best in health care, this legislation will make that care more affordable and accessible.” Sen. Mark Pacheco (D-Taunton), one of two senators to vote against the bill, said that his vote was designed to send a message protesting the lack of action from the Legislature to prepare for the threat the Steward crisis poses to healthcare access in Massachusetts. “Though I support provisions found in this bill, I believe it is important that the Legislature be more proactive as this Steward crisis unfolds,” said Pacheco. “Except for senators who have Steward facilities in their district, there was not an appetite to do that, and that is what led to my ‘no’ vote to protest the lack of protections the Senate bill should have required. This is a message that we are not doing enough to ensure that patients have access to the important care that these facilities should be able to provide.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Lydia Edwards Yes DUAL ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS (S 2871) Senate 7-32, rejcted an amendment that would allow dually eligible individuals, also known as duals, who qualify for Medicare and MassHealth, to access care from any specialist or hospital enrolled in Medicare or MassHealth. “The adoption of this amendment would ensure that dually eligible individuals can receive necessary healthcare services without being restricted by provider network limitations,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Mark Pacheco (D-Taunton). “This provision maintains continuity of care, prevents sudden disruptions in services and ensures that duals, who often have long-standing relationships with providers managing their complex health and functional needs, are not forced to lose access due to network disruptions.” Amendment opponents said a separate bill, similar to this amendment, was shipped off to a study committee because there are not yet suffi cient estimates of the cost of the bill and other problem relating to it. Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington), the Senate chair of the Committee on Healthcare Financing, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to comment on her opposition to the amendment. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Lydia Edwards No FINANCIAL INSOLVENCY (S 2871) Senate 10-30, rejected an amendment that would allow the Executive Branch to take immediate control of a healthcare provider’s assets in cases of the provider’s fi nancial insolvency. The Executive Offi ce of Health and Human Services would also play a part in developing a pathway, through regulations, to stabilize healthcare providers. “We must safeguard the healthcare services our communities rely on, even in the face of fi nancial challenges faced by providers,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Mark Pacheco. “We are in a moment of tremendous uncertainty about the future of Steward Health Care. If Steward hospitals were to close, hundreds of thousands of people in the commonwealth would be at risk of living in a healthcare desert. This crisis goes beyond dollars and cents. It is a matter of life and death.” Pacheco said he will continue to push the Legislature to create a plan in order to protect patients in case negotiations between Steward, the courts and the Executive Branch lead to the closure of facilities. Amendment opponents said the amendment should be rejected because no one has any idea of the cost of the amendment, which they said would be very expensive. Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington), the Senate chair of the Committee on Healthcare Financing, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to comment on her opposition to the amendment. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Lydia Edwards No DRUG COUPONS (S 2871) Senate 6-33, rejected an amendment extending until 2030 the current law, due to expire in 2026, that allows consumers to use coupons to get discounts and rebates when purchasing prescription drugs. In 2012, Massachusetts was the last state to lift a ban on the use of prescription coupons. Amendment supporters said this program helps some consumers to save up to 80 percent of the costs of prescription. They said the program has worked well BEACON | SEE Page 20 How Extreme Heat Affects Seniors: Tips to Stay Safe Dear Savvy Senior, I work for a county health department and every summer we’re seeing more and more seniors get sick and even die from heat-related illiness. Can you write an awarness piece on the aff ects extreme heat has on older adults, and what they can do to guard against this summertime risk. Thanks for helping keep seniors safe! Health Advocate Dear Advocate, Happy to oblige! Most people don’t realize that each year, extreme summertime heat kills more people in the U.S. than hurricanes, fl oods and tornadoescombined. While extreme heat can be deadly for anyone, older adults are uniquely vulnerable because of threekey factors: biological changes that occur with age; higher rates of age-related diseases; and greater use of medications that can alter the body’s response to heat. Here’s how to gauge the risk for a heat-related illness for you or an older loved one and how to stay safe. How Heat Affects Seniors The human body has two main mechanisms to cool itself: sweating and increasing blood fl ow to the skin. In older adults, both of those processes are compromised. Seniors sweat less and they have poor circulation compared with younger people. Chronic health conditions that are more common in old age, most notably cardiovascular disease and diabetes, can also exacerbate these issues. A diseased heart isn’t able to pump as much blood, further reducing blood flow to the skin. And if the nerves become aff ected in people with diabetes, the body might not receive the message that it needs to start sweating. As people age, they also stop feeling as thirsty and so they tend to drink less. In hot conditions, that can cause them to become dehydrated faster. In addition, some older adults, particularly if they have some form of dementia or cognitive decline, may not perceive temperature changes as well. As a result, they won’t respond appropriately to heat, both biologically (through sweating) and behaviorally (by moving to someplace cool). Finally, certain medications many seniors take like diuretics and other high blood pressure drugs can aff ect people’s hydration, blood fl ow and even the sweat response, so be sure to ask your doctor about any medications you’re taking. How to Stay Safe On hot days, older adults and people with serious health conditions should limit outdoor activities like walking and gardening to the cooler mornings and evenings, take frequent breaks and drink plenty of water even if you aren’t thirsty. Listen to your body. If the activity starts to feel harder than normal, that’s a signal to stop and fi nd a place to cool down. Signs of dehydration or heat exhaustion include dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, fl ushed face, a racing heart or feeling lethargic. Low energy is especially important to watch out for in people with cognitive impairment, who may not realize how hot they are or be able to express it. If heat exhaustion worsens to a heatstroke, it becomes a lifethreatening emergency. While older adults face unique challenges when it comes to heat, the ways to cool down are the same for any age. If you or a loved one start to experience any of the above symptoms, the best thing you can do is to go somewhere that has air-conditioning. If AC isn’t available in the home, check if there’s a local cooling center. In the absence of air-conditioning, water is extremely helpful in reducing the risk for heat-related injury. Rubbing an ice cube or cold compress over your skin, spraying yourself with cool water or taking a cool shower or bath can also help. For more heat related safety tips, visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at CDC.gov/extreme-heat. 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 20 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 BEACON | FROM Page 19 THE HOME AND THE MEDICAID LIEN T he general rule is that the home and any adjacent land, if located in Massachusetts, is considered to be a “non-countable” asset for MassHealth eligibility purposes as long as the applicant checks off the box on the MassHealth application stating that he or she intends on returning home from a nursing home. This may or may not be likely to happen but by checking the box, the home will not be a countable asset. Assuming that for a single person the total of all other countable assets is $2,000 or less, the applicant will be eligible for MassHealth benefi ts. MassHealth’s estate recovery unit will, however, place a lien on the property. This is done so in order to seek repayment of Medicaid benefi ts paid to the nursing home upon the death of the MassHealth applicant. The home would have to be sold (ormortgaged) in order to pay back MassHealth. It is important to note, in 2024, the home will not be considered a “non-countable” asset if the equity in the home exceeds $1,071,000. There is an exception to this rule. The home will still be non-countable if a spouse is living there or a blind or permanently disabled child is living there, regardless of its value. The benefit of applying for MassHealth and keeping the home is that estate recovery will be based upon the “Medicaid” rate and not the private pay rate. Therefore, the ultimate recovery against the home will be much less. If the private pay rate for the average nursing home in Massachusetts is $15,000 per month, the “Medicaid” rate might be, for example, $7,000 per month. This may be one reason why not to sell the house. For example, if the home is sold for $750,000, at $15,000 per month for nursing home cost, the equity in the home would be entirely wiped out in approximately 50 months. However, if MassHealth is apand should be extended to 2030 or be made premanent. Amendment opponents said the program does not expire until 2026 and it is unnecessary to extend the program right now. Some argued that the use of coupons drives up health care costs by luring consumers and encouraging them to request highpriced brand name medication. Sen. Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester), the sponsor of the amendment, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on his support for the amendment. Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlingplied for and the house is not sold, and the application is approved, assuming the “Medicaid” rate is $7,000 per month, the equity in the home would not be wiped out until approximately 107 months. In other words, it would take twice as long to lose all of the value of the home. The Medicaid rate is what MassHealth actually pays to the nursing home each month. The daily rate paid is based upon the level of care provided to the applicant. In this example, if the MassHealth recipient died in the nursing home after 36 months, the payback to MassHealth would only be $252,000, leaving $498,000 in equity for the family members upon the applicant’s death. In this example, I am assuming the applicant is single. If married, the house can simply be transferred to the spouse who is still living at home. So it pays to at least look at your options when dealing with the home and MassHealth eligibility. It also makes a lot of sense to consider transferring your home to an irrevocable Medicaid-qualifying Trust. In that case, after the fi ve year look-back period is over, the house will be protected. This would avoid probate and also any Estate Recovery Lien. MassHealth estate recovery only applies to the probate estate, not assets held in Trust. Joseph D. Cataldo is an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation. ton), the Senate chair of the Committee on Healthcare Financing, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to comment on her opposition to the amendment. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment extending the use of coupons. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Lydia Edwards No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL VOTE BY MAIL APPLICATIONS — Secretary of State Bill Galvin told voters this week to check their mail for an offi cial 2024 Vote By Mail Application. His offi ce is sending applications to all registered voters who have not already applied for a state primary ballot. Voters who already applied earlier this year will not receive another application. Any voter who wants to vote by mail in their party’s September 3 primary can use this preaddressed, postage pre-paid application to request their ballot. Unenrolled voters, also known as “independents,” can vote in either party primary but they must indicate their party ballot selection on the application. “These applications will look very similar to the ones that were sent to voters in January, ahead of the presidential primaries,” said Galvin. “You will only receive an application if you haven’t already applied, or if you didn’t make a party selection on your previous application. If you prefer to vote in person, early voting for the state primaries begins August 24th, Applications being mailed to voters this week allow a voter to apply for a September Primary ballot, a November general election ballot, or both. Voters who prefer to apply online may do so at www.VoteInMA.com PET CEMETERIES (H 4206) — The House has shipped off to a study committee a measure that would require the owner of any property used or to be used for a pet cemetery to fi le in the Registry of Deeds a dedication restricting the property to be used only for the operation of a pet cemetery. Bills that are sent to a study committee bills are rarely actually studied and are essentially defeated. It is a way to kill a proposal without holding a vote on the bill itself. Supporters say the bill would preserve existing pet cemeteries by preventing the construction and development on the property that is or holds out to be a pet cemetery. “Our pets hold a special place in our hearts, and the places where they are laid to rest deserve the same level of reverence and protection as any other memorial site,” said sponsor Rep. Rodney Elliott (D-Lowell). “This legislation ensures that pet cemeteries are upheld with the dignity and respect they deserve.” BILLS STUCK IN COMMITTEE — These three bills were all given initial approval by the House in April but have not moved since. They are stuck in the Bills in Third Reading Committee. EXPAND PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENTS FOR POLICE AND FIREFIGHTERS (H 2890) — Would expand the current law which provides a property tax abatement to the surviving spouses and minor children of police offi cers and fi refi ghters “killed in the line of duty.” The bill provides that the abatement also go to the families of offi cers who “died in the line of duty.” “Killed in the line of duty” has a limited defi nition usually meaning the individual lost their life in an incident, accident or due to violence that are directly related to their service. “Died in the line of duty” is broader and can account for a number of medical emergencies like stroke or heart attack. “This legislation honors the sacrifi ce of our brave police and fi refi ghters,” says sponsor Rep. Paul McMurtry (D-Dedham). “This simple language change will assure that surviving family members receive the tax benefi t they are deserving of and what I believe was the original intention of the exemption.” TAX INCENTIVE FOR URBAN AGRICULTURE (H 2852) — Would promote urban agriculture and horticulture by allowing Gateway cities as well as cities and towns, with populations of more than 50,000, to exempt from property taxes any land of two acres or less that is used for commercial urban agriculture and horticulture. Additionally, the parcel must have had at least $500 in gross sales of agricultural or horticultural products in the prior year to be eligible for the tax exemption. “Rep. Vanna Howard (D-Lowell) and I fi led this bill together to support small-scale urban agriculture, which expands access to healthy food and promotes economic growth in cities,” says co-sponsor Rep. Hannah Kane (R-Shrewsbury). “In addition to these benefi ts, urban agriculture also improves environmental health and makes local food systems more resilient. By incentivizing urban agriculture, this bill will help cities obtain the benefi ts of these operations.” INCREASE PARKING FINES (H 3326) — Would allow cities and towns to double the maximum fi ne for some parking violations. Current law sets a maximum fi ne for many violations at $50 if paid within 21 days, $55 if paid after 21 days and $75 if paid after the parking clerk reports the parking off ense and fi ne to the Registry of Motor Vehicles. The bill increases the fi nes to $100 if paid within 21 days, $110 if paid after 21 days and $150 if paid after the parking clerk reports the parking off ense and fi ne to the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Rep. Susan Gifford (R-Wareham), the bill’s sponsor, says the current maximum fi nes have not been changed since 2004, nearly twenty years ago. “This bill does not establish any minimum fi nes or mandate an increase in any existing fi nes,” continued Giff ord. “It merely gives communities the option to adopt policies that better suit local needs and enforcement priorities.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Ensuring every student can read is fundamental to all other education goals and right now we are failing miserably. Progress on literacy cannot wait another day. Failure to act is costing our students and threatening their futures.” --- Ed Lambert, executive director of Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education, urging legislators to pass legislation that would expand the use of science-based literacy instruction to address the state’s early literacy crisis. “The total lack of respect displayed by Secretary Santiago towards the single largest veteran’s organization in the commonwealth and the world, the 35-000-member strong Department of Massachusetts American Legion, requests you remove Secretary Santiago from his position of Secretary of Executive Offi ce of Veterans Services.” --- From a letter sent by the Massachusetts chapter of the American Legion to Gov. Maura Healey, urging that she fire cabinet member Jose Santiago, secretary of Veteran’s Services because he has broken tradition with previous veterans aff airs secretaries in not attending certain meetings, conventions and banquets when invited. “[Secretary Santiago] has demonstrated extensive engagement with the veteran community.” --- Response from the Executive Office of Veterans Services, noting Santiago or someone from his office has attended at least 16 events and visits with the American Legion over the past 16 months, nine of which Santiago personally attended.” “We have the responsibility of ensuring that mental health care is accessible in every community in our state, especially those that have been historically underserved. This investment paves the way for enhanced Behavioral

THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 Page 21 Health Urgent Care services, ensuring extended hours, telehealth appointments and timely care for those in need.” ---Secretary of Health and Human Services Kate Walsh, announcing $2.8 million in grant awards to several community-based clinics to make mental health urgent care more widely available in high-need areas. “It’s vital that our communities have access to the resources, tools and guidance necessary to protect against increasingly frequent and sophisticated cybersecurity threats. Through these programs, our administration has undertaken a collaborative approach to equip state agencies and local communities with funding to help prevent, prepare for and recover from attacks on our digital infrastructure.” ---Gov. Maura Healey announcing the award of some $7 Million in federal grant funds to local governments and state agencies to enhance cybersecurity initiatives and reduce cyber risk for public agencies statewide. 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. 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 July 15-19. the House met for a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes and the Senate * Crack Repairing * Pot Hole Filling * Striping Handicapped Spaces * Free Estimates Tom’s Seal Coating Call Gary: 978-210-4012 met for a total of 13 hours and 42 minutes. Mon. July 15 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:07 a.m. Senate 11:05 a.m. to 11:44 a.m. Tues. July 16 No House session No Senate session Wed. July 17 House 11:01 a.m. to 7:33 p.m. No Senate session Thurs. July 18 House 11:00 a.m. to 5:48 p.m. Senate 11:04 a.m. to 9:29 p.m. Fri. July 19 House 11:04 a.m. to 3:36 p.m. Senate 1:10 p.m. to 3:48 p.m. 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. 1. On July 26, 1990, what president signed the Americans with Disabilities Act? 2. Who originally performed “Under the Boardwalk”? 3. The world’s oldest subway train operator, Helen Antenucci, 82, recently celebrated her birthday and received a Guinness World Records certifi cate; a plaque in her honor is at what MBTA station? 4. On July 27, 1946, what author of “The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas” died? 5. What famous sculpture by Michelangelo has a man’s fi rst name? 6. How are the Great Wall of China, the Taj Mahal, Petra, Colosseum, Brazil’s Christ the Redeemer, Machu Pichu and Chich?n Itz? similar? 7. On July 28, 1917, the Silent Parade, a march against violence towards African Americans, happened along what important avenue? 8. What singer recorded the song “Sandcastles” for the album “Lemonade”? 9. Bhutan, Malta and Wales have what imaginary animal on their fl ags? 10. What type of cycle is used in basketball games? Answers 11. On July 29, 1954, the first part of what fantasy trilogy by an author with a name with three initials was published? 12. What playwright created “As You Like It” with the song “Under the greenwood tree”? 13. Is a phaeton a touring car or a horse-drawn vehicle? 14. On July 30, 1932, the Olympic Games in Los Angeles opened; what Olympics venue was fi rst instituted then? 15. The International Cycling Union fined cyclist Julien Bernard for kissing his wife during what race? 16. What does pesto mean in Italian? 17. July 31 is National Avocado Day; avocado is called what name that combines an animal and a fruit? 18. Which are older, jellyfi sh or dinosaurs? 19. What kind of bird has a “racing homer” breed that was created for racing? 20. On Aug. 1, 1819, what American writer about the sea — who once sailed on whalers from Massachusetts and lived in Pittsfield — was born? Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. 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Page 24 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2024 FOR SALE FOR SALE- 6 ROOM COLONIAL ON NICE SIDE STREET LOCATION! THIS HOME FEATURES A LARGE EAT-IN KITCHEN, FORMAL DINING ROOM, LIVING ROOM, AND BRAND NEW 1ST FLOOR 3/4 TILE BATH WITH STACKABLE LAUNDRY. SECOND FLOOR FEATURES 3 BEDROOMS AND A FULL BATHROOM. ATTIC AND FULL BASEMENT FOR STORAGE. FENCED YARD! PLENTY OF OFF STREET PARKING. SAUGUS $525,000 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 COMING SOON COMING SOON- BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION! TWO TOWNHOUSE CONDOS. EACH UNIT HAS 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, HARDWOOD FLOORING, GAS HEAT, CENTRAL AIR, FINISHED LOWER LEVEL AND GARAGE. SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR MORE DETAILS FOR RENT COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE FOR RENTPRIME LOCATION. PROFESSIONAL BUILDING JUST OUTSIDE OF SAUGUS CENTER. PLENTY OF PARKING. THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR LAWYERS OFFICE, INSURANCE COMPANY, REAL ESTATE OFFICE, MORTGAGE COMPANY. WALK IN AREA, SEPARATE OFFICES, RECEPTION AREA, MENS AND WOMAN'S BATHROOMS, COMMON CONFERENCE ROOM. CONVENIENT TO ROUTE 1. SPACE COULD BE SHARED, SPLIT OR THE ENTIRE SPACE COULD BE LEASED. SAUGUS $25 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR SALE UNDER CONTRACT FOR SALE- TWO BEDROOM TWO BATHS NEW PAINT BRAND NEW HEATING SYSTEM. TOP FLOOR. TWO CAR PARKING ONE IN GARAGE. ELEVATOR LOCATED ON BUS LINE TO BOSTON. REVERE $459,900 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 FOR SALE- 3 BEDROOM 2 FULL BATH UPDATED RANCH WITH ADDITIONAL INLAW ATTACHED OFF THE BACK WITH AN ADDITIONAL ONE BEDROOM AND ONE FULL BATH. NICE PRIVATE YARD WITH INGROUND POOL. GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD. LYNNFIELD $899,900 DEBBIE 617-678-9710 BUILDABLE LOT • SAUGUS $125,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR FURTHER DETAILS MOBILE HOMES • GREAT YOUNG ONE BEDROOM UNIT IN A VERY DESIRABLE PARK IN MOVE IN CONDITION. 2 CAR PARKING. LOW PARK RENT OF 410 DANVERS 79,900 • LOT AVAILABLE IN DESIRABLE FAMILY ESTATES COOPERATIVE MOBILE PARK. APPROX 120' X 30' SEWER AND WATER BRING YOUR UNIT AND HAVE A BRAND NEW BEAUTIFUL HOME....COOP FEE IS ONY 300- 350 A MONTH PEABODY $84,900 LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? VICTORIA FOR SALE FOR SALE- CONTRACTOR SPECIAL! NEEDS WORK, BUT WORTH THE EFFORT, HOUSE HAS GREAT POTENTIAL. BRING YOUR IDEAS TO THIS 3000 SQFT COLONIAL FEATURING 6 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS WITH OVER 3 FLOORS OF LIVING SPACE (NOT INCLUDING WALK-OUT LL). BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL WOODWORK, 5 FIREPLACES, 10’ CEILINGS. VINYL SIDING, NICE SIZE LOT. PARKING FOR 6+ CARS. SAUGUS $799,900 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 SCARAMUZZO 617-529-2513 CALL HER FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS • TWO NEW PRE CONSTRUCTION MANUFACTURED HOMES. BOTH ONE BED WITH MANY UPGRADES FROM CAR PARKING TO FULL SIZE LAUNDRY, SO MUCH MORE. DANVERS $199,900 • LARGE SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM ON CORNER LOT. NEW RUBBER ROOF. PEABODY $99,900 • VERY SPACIOUS AND WELL MAINTAINED UNIT IN DESIRABLE PINE GROVE PARK OFF ROUTE 114 MANY UPDATES, NICE YARD, PITCHED ROOF LAUNDRY HOOK UP LARGE ADDITION AND SO MUCH MORE PEABODY $179,900 • BEAUTIFUL HOME IN PINE GROVE MOBILE PARK OFF OF ROUTE 114 MUST BE SEEN. UPDATED THROUGHOUT WITH SHINY HARDWOOD FLOORS, HUGE CORNER DOUBLE LOT 2YEAR OLD PITCHED ROOF, 4 CAR PARKING, FULL SIZE LAUNDRY PEABODY $189,900 • SHADY OAKS PHASE 2 NEW CONSTRUCTION: 2 NEW MANUFACTURED 2 BEDROOM UNITS DANVERS $249,900 • SHADY OAKS PHASE 2 NEW CONSTRUCTION:1 NEW MANUFACTURED 1 BEDROOM UNIT DANVERS $179,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289

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