Your Local News Source for Over 30 Years! r Local News So e for Ov r 30 Years! Vol. 31, No.33 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday Superintendent updates committee on school building projects By Adam Swift S uperintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly updated the School Committee on a number of building projects at Tuesday’s committee meeting. The boiler replacement project at the Beachmont Elementary School is expected to be substantially complete by Sept. 15 with fi nal completion by Oct. 15, SCHOOL | SEE Page 17 EARLY VOTING Early voting is available to all registered voters in the City of Revere for the State Primary on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Registered voters wishing to cast an early ballot may do so in person at: Revere City Hall, 281 Broadway, Election Department, First Floor on: Saturday, August 27, 2022 - Sunday, August 28, 2022 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm) Monday, August 29, 2022 – Thursday, September 1, 2022 (8:15 am - 5:00 pm) Friday, September 2, 2022 (8:15 am - 12:15 pm) Jack Satter House, 420 Revere Beach Boulevard, Community Room on: Saturday, August 27, 2022 - Sunday, August 28, 2022 (12:00 pm - 4:00 pm) Wednesday, August 31, 2022 (8:00 am - 12:00 pm) Friday, September 2, 2022 (12:00 pm - 4:00 pm) Please call the Election Department at 781-286-8200 with any questions. Board of Election Commissioners 781-286-8500 Friday, August 19, 2022 Revere’s Carol Haney honored for 15 years of dedicated service as a Metropolitan Beaches Commissioner Special to Th e Advocate R epresentatives Jessica Giannino and Jeff rey Turco, former Representative RoseLee Vincent, Mayor Brian Arrigo and Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Executive Director Chris Mancini this week honored Revere resident Carol Haney for her service of 15 years as a Metropolitan Beaches Commissioner. Beginning in 2006 with the formation of the Metropolitan VOTACION TEMPRANA La votación temprana está disponible para todos los votantes registrados para la Primaria Estatal, martes, 6 de septiembre de 2022. Los votantes registrados que deseen emitir una votación temprana pueden hacerlo en persona en: Ayuntamiento de Revere 281 Broadway, El Departamento de Elecciones, Primer piso en: Sabado, 27 de agosto de 2022- domingo, 28 de agosto de 2022 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm) Lunes, 29 de agosto de 2022 – jueves, 1 de septiembre de 2022 (8:15 am - 5:00 pm) Viernes, 2 de septiembre de 2022 (8:15 am - 12:15 pm) Jack Satter House, 420 Revere Beach Boulevard, Cuarto Comunitario en: Sabado, 27 de agosto de 2022- domingo, 28 de agosto de 2022 (12:00 pm - 4:00 pm) Miércoles, 31 de agosto de 2022 (8:00 am - 12:00 pm) Viernes, 2 de septiembre de 2022 (12:00 pm - 4:00 pm) Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor llame El Departamento de Elecciones al 781 286-8200. Junta de Comisionados Electorales State Representatives Jeff Turco and Jessica Giannino, Mayor Brian Arrigo and former State Representative RoseLee Vincent are shown honoring Carol Haney for her service of 15 years as a Metropolitan Beaches Commissioner. Beaches Commission (MBC), Carol has served as MBC’s Revere Community Representative and raised over thousands of dollars for the Better Beaches Program through her participation in fi rst the Cupid, and then the Shamrock Splash, as well as hosting her own splashes on Revere Beach during that same time. Carol was honored on Revere Beach on Tuesday morning with friends and family. THE CITY OF REVERE, MASSACHUSETTS ELECTION DEPARTMENT 281 BROADWAY REVERE, MA 02151 The State Primary is on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. The Polls open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. The deadline to register to vote or submit voter registration changes is Saturday, August 27, 2022. The Election Department will be open from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Pleasant Street entrance to Revere City Hall is accessible for people with disabilities. Online voter registration is available at https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr . If you have any questions, contact the Election Department at (781) 286-8200. LA CIUDAD DE REVERE, MASSACHUSETTS EL DEPARTAMENTO DE ELECCIONES 281 BROADWAY REVERE, MA 02151 La Primaria Estatal es martes, 6 de septiembre de 2022. Las urnas abrirán a las 7:00 a.m. y cerrarán a las 8:00 p.m. La fecha límite para registrarse para votar o para hacer cambios a su registración de votante es sábado, 27 de agosto de 2022. El Departamento de Elecciones estará abierto de 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. La entrada por la calle Pleasant del Ayuntamiento de Revere es accesible para las personas discapacitadas. Registración de votante en línea está disponible en https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr . Si tiene alguna pregunta, llame al Departamento de Elecciones al (781) 286-8200. “Carol is a shining example of an exemplary commissioner who works tirelessly to make sure Revere Beach is a better place for all to live, work, and visit,” said Representative Giannino (D-Revere). “I am proud to honor Carol, she goes far above and beyond what is expected of her as a commissioner. Through her hard work it is easy to see that Carol truly cares about her community and the people who enjoy Revere Beach as well as all of our beautiful Metropolitan Beaches.” “I am proud to play a small role in recognizing the years of service of a true champion of our environment and our precious public beaches. Carol Haney is an unsung hero who has volunteered countless years of her life with the singleminded purpose of preserving and enhancing the metropoliHANEY | SEE Page 11
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With the vote, the commission is giving LaFauci six months to clear up any property tax issues he has with the City of Revere. LaFauci is currently battling over 70 citations for violations at the business that have been issued by the City of Revere in district court, but his attorney said OUR OFFICE HAS MOVED TO 519 BROADWAY, EVERETT SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: Rocco Longo, Owner WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM 30 of those have already been dismissed. LaFauci also has several criminal cases on his record. In 2010, he was charged in a fake inspection sticker scheme, and in 2018, he was sentenced to six months in jail for switching vehicle identifi cation numbers. “We are here today at least able to say that the outstanding citations are procedural in nature; there is no substantive violation, and we submit there never was a substantive violation,” said Edward Lonergan, the attorney for LaFauci. LaFauci also had support at Wednesday’s public hearing from several city councillors and neighboring business owners. Lonergan noted that LaFauci has been in business in Revere for 35 years and has an excellent reputation with his customers. “There is a lot of history here,” said Ward 3 Councillor Anthony Cogliandro. “As the councillor for the area and as a fellow business owner, I’m hoping that someone who has been in the city for 35 years is given a fresh start. This man has a family and his employees have families, and I’d like to aff ord him the opportunity to do the right thing.” Councillor-at-Large Dan Rizzo also submitted a letter in support of LaFauci. Commissioner Daniel Occena, Esq. said his biggest issue with granting the license is the potential taxes owed by LaFauci to the city. Lonergan contended that the $32,000 mentioned by Occena was actually a lien placed against the business due to the outstanding citations that are being contested. Occena made a motion to grant a temporary license, with LaFauci back before the commission in 90 days for an update, and the tax issue being resolved to the commission’s satisfaction in six months. “I don’t think that the gentleman should be punished into perpetuity,” said Occena. “I think this gentleman, based on what I understand, has cost himself hundreds of thousands at this point.” Occena said he believes LaFauci should be given the opportunity in good faith to show that he has changed his business practices. “I don’t think that is a wise position,” said License Commission Chair Robert Selevitch, who voted against granting the license. “It is not punishing someone in perpetuity, it is protecting the public. We are not talking about ancient history here … we’re talking very recent history here.” Commissioner Linda Guinasso cast the deciding vote in favor of granting the temporary license. “I really hate to be put in this position; I see both sides,” said Guinasso. But she said that, ultimately, there have never been any complaints from the public about how LaFauci conducts business. “I’d like to give you another chance and see if we can do things the right way. I’m not worried about your customers.” RevereTV Spotlight RTV community coverage of Bocce on the Beach is now playing on the Community Channel in between general programming. You can check out all event coverage on YouTube since all RevereTV produced videos are posted there. Event coverage is typically short and edited down to what the studio calls the “sights and sounds.” This would be made up of some general video and short interviews from the day of the event. Be on the lookout for this past weekend’s video from Row Row Row in Revere! It should be posted to YouTube and will be playing on the Community Channel this week. A partnership with the City of Revere, Kaboom! and United Healthcare brought a complete rebuild to Costa Park on Shirley Avenue. Volunteers were called to help through the RTV public service announcement series “In the Loop.” If you haven’t been around that neighborhood lately, you can watch what RevereTV captured on Friday morning while visiting the site. Just like all other community coverage, this video will REVERETV | SEE Page 10 Prices subject to change Ask about our Heating Oil Conditioner! FLEET
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Page 3 Revised Covid policies in place for new school year By Adam Swift C ovid-19 has yet to totally disappear, and as long as it remains a health hazard, the public schools will have to continue to adjust their approach to the virus. At Tuesday’s School Committee meeting, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly and Public Health Director Lauren Buck outlined the Covid policy for the fast-approaching new school year. “We hope that this guidance meets the goal of keeping kids in school as much as possible safely,” said Buck. “That’s the goal this year in terms of Covid policy. There are still some CDC guidelines that we have to abide by in terms of isolation, and these are baked into the policy.” Buck said there are some new things that will be added into the new school year’s Covid policy, as well as some things that the school will not be continuing from last year. “First of all, for a scenario of anyone who tests positive for Covid, unfortunately the CDC still requires a fi veday isolation, so we will be abiding by that with a fi ve-day isolation from the date of a positive test or the date that symptoms begin,” said Buck. Students and staff who test positive are able to return to school on day six, but they must wear a mask for the next five days. The scenario for people who have been exposed to Covid but haven’t tested positive has changed from last year. “We do not require a quarantine anymore, which is really good,” said Buck. “That means a lot more kids and staff will be able to stay in school. Obviously, the big caveat here is that it is as long as someone is asymptomatic.” If someone is exposed to Covid and is asymptomatic, they will be able to continue to come to school regardless of vaccination status. The next policy the school system is looking to implement at the beginning of the school year is symptomatic testing, which the schools didn’t do last year. “If a symptomatic student or staff member is on site, we want them to be evaluated by the school nurse, who will determine if it is appropriate to have a rapid antigen test,” said Buck. Even if someone tests negative, the student or staff member could still be sent home if the school nurse determines they are symptomatic. “If it is determined that they can stay in school, masking is strongly encouraged until the symptoms are resolved,” said Buck. If there is a positive test, the fi ve days of isolation required under the regular policy will begin. Masking will be optional for the school year, with the exception of students and staff who test positive and must mask for the fi ve days after they come out of isolation. Masking will be encouraged for any students who feel more comfortable wearing masks as well as any students or staff who are immunocompromised or have family members who are immunocompromised. Some of the policies that will not be in eff ect for the coming school year include pool testing, test and stay, and contact tracing. Turco’s letter helps sway Gov. Baker on cannabis equity bill L ast week S.3096, An Act relative to equity in the cannabis industry, became law in Massachusetts after receiving Governor Charlie Baker’s signature; however, Governor Baker decided to veto one section of the bill, Section 26. This section calls for the funding of a study that would determine the benefi ts of allowing students, potentially even elementary schoolers, to consume medical marijuana during the school day. Section 26 has been of paramount concern to Representative Jeff ery Rosario Turco (DWinthrop). Rep. Turco views this section as egregious, dangerous and absurd. “Drugs have absolutely no place at schools or around young children. Period. This is not a fact that requires a study to determine,” said Rep. Turco. “As a parent of six young kids, the idea that we would transition from ‘Just Say No’ to possibly mandating, and therefore normalizing, marijuana usage in our schools is beyond the pale. While I am deeply disappointed this atrocious section made it into the bill, I commend Governor Baker for taking swift and decisive action to remove it.” On August 15 the Massachusetts Senate referred the veto of Section 26 to its Committee on Ways and Means. In its entirely, Section 26 reads: (a) The cannabis control commission, in consultation with the department of elementary and secondary education and the department of public health, shall conduct a study on the possession, administration and consumption of medical marijuana, as defi ned in chapter 94I, at pubJEFFREY TURCO State Representative lic or private schools in the commonwealth as it relates to students who have been issued valid registration cards pursuant to said chapter 94I. The study shall include, but not be limited to: (i) an examination of policies on the possession, administration and consumption of medical marijuana by students at public and private schools in the commonwealth; (ii) an analysis of existing legal, regulatory and administrative obstacles to possession, administration and consumption of medical use marijuana at public and private schools in the commonwealth; (iii) a survey of available methods of consumption, administration and storage of medical use marijuana at public and private schools; (iv) recommendations on best practices for public and private schools in the commonwealth to ensure that students have access to medical use marijuana while also maintaining a safe school environment for all students; and (v) recommendations on eliminating obstacles and expanding accommodations to possess, administer and consume medical use marijuana at public and private schools in the commonwealth.” Put Your Success To Work. 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Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Assist. Speaker Clark celebrates passage of historic legislation to lower health care costs, tackle climate crisis and build stronger, green economy O n August 12, Assistant Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Katherine Clark (Fifth District of Massachusetts) celebrated the House’s passage of the Infl ation Reduction Act of 2022. The legislation lowers health care and energy costs for families by capping the out-of-pocket cost of prescription drugs through Medicare, reducing health insurance premiums and creating new clean energy tax credits and incentives. The Infl ation Reduction Act is the largest investment in fi ghting climate change in Congressional history. It is fully paid for by ensuring that the very wealthiest Americans and corporations pay their fair share in taxes. The legislation will also reduce the defi cit by more than $300 billion. “Democrats are lowering costs for everyday Americans while rebuilding a stronger, greener economy,” said Assistant Speaker Clark. “Seniors won’t have to choose between putting food on the table and paying for lifesaving prescriptions. More families will be able to aff ord health care, and fewer Americans will be uninsured. Homes and cars will be cheaper and greener. This legislation is a game changer for working families and seniors, our planet, and our future, and I am thrilled that it’s on its way to President Biden’s desk.” The Infl ation Reduction Act of 2022 will: Expand accessibility and affordability of health care • Extends health insurance premium tax credits, saving 13 million Americans an average of $800 a year and preventing three million people from becoming uninsured • Empowers Medicare to negotiate directly for the price of prescription drugs in 2023 for America’s 64 million enrollees • Reduces the cost of insulin to $35/month for Medicare patients • Caps Medicare patients’ outof-pocket costs at $2,000 per year, with the option to break that amount into affordable monthly payments • Institutes a new “infl ation reREPRESENTATIVE Katherine Clark Assistant Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Fifth District of Massachusetts bate” under Medicare so drug companies can’t take arbitrary and unjustifi ed price increases on products that are not changing year to year; also requires drug companies to rebate the diff erence to Medicare if they raise prices higher than infl ation • Puts more fi nancial responsibility on insurance and drug companies to keep prices down by putting them on the hook for higher drug prices and spending • Stabilizes Part D premiums Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma for seniors in Medicare by holding annual premium growth to existing levels so that insurers and manufacturers can’t pass their new fi nancial responsibilities on to seniors • Provides free vaccines for seniors on Medicare • Closes the “rogue Secretary” loophole that would have allowed a “bad actor” Secretary to refuse to negotiate or negotiate fewer than the maximum number of drugs • Expands premium and copay assistance on prescription drugs for low-income individuals Tackle the climate crisis • Puts the United States on a path to roughly 40% carbon emissions reduction by 2030 • Lowers energy costs for Americans: - $9 billion in consumer home energy rebate programs – focused on low-income consumers – to electrify home appliances and for energy effi cient retrofi ts - 10 years of consumer tax credits to make homes energy effi cient and running on clean energy, making heat pumps, rooftop solar, electric HVAC and water heaters more aff ordable - $4,000 consumer tax credit for low- and middle-income individuals to buy used, clean vehicles, and up to $7,500 tax credit to buy new, clean vehicles - $1 billion grant program to make aff ordable housing more energy effi cient • Provides historic investments in American clean energy manufacturing: - $30 billion investment in production tax credits to accelerate U.S. manufacturing of solar panels, wind turbines, batteries and critical minerals processing - $10 billion investment tax credit to build clean technology manufacturing facilities, like facilities that make electric vehicles, wind turbines and solar panels - $500 million for the Defense Production Act for heat pumps and critical minerals processing - $2 billion in grants to retool existing auto manufacturing facilities to manufacture clean vehicles, ensuring that auto manufacturing jobs stay in the communities that depend on them • Invests in decarbonizing all sectors of the economy through targeted federal support of innovative climate solutions • Focuses investments into disadvantaged communities to ensure that communities that are too often left behind will share in the benefi ts of the transition to a clean economy • Supports resilient rural communities: - $20 billion for farmers and forestland owners to be part of growing climate solutions, and by ensuring rural communities can better adapt to a rapidly changing climate - $14 billion to lower costs for families and support good-paying clean energy jobs in rural communities, including support for rural electric cooperatives in the transition to cleaner energy • $5 billion to protect communities from wildfires while combating the climate crisis and supporting the workforce through climate-smart forestry Lower the defi cit • Imposes a 15% Corporate Minimum Tax to ensure corporations simply pay their fair share of taxes • Imposes a 1% excise tax on the repurchase of stock by publicly traded companies • Invests in rebuilding the Internal Revenue Service to go after giant corporations and the very wealthiest cheating on their taxes • Reduces the defi cit by more than $300 billion through revenue-raising provisions • Imposes no new taxes on small businesses or families making less than $400,000
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Page 5 Turco’s letter sways Gov. Baker on cannabis equity bill Dear Governor Baker, I write today urging you to veto Senate bill 3096, An Act relative to equity in the cannabis industry. While I harbor many reservations with this bill and with legalized marijuana generally, section 26 of S.3096 is particularly alarming. Section 26 is so egregious it bears repeating in its entirety: The cannabis control commission, in consultation with the department of elementary and secondary education and the department of public health, shall conduct a study on the possession, administration and consumption of medical marijuana, as defi ned in chapter 94I, at public or private schools in the commonwealth as it relates to students who have been issued valid registration cards pursuant to said chapter 94I. The study shall include, but not be limited to: (i) an examination of policies on the possession, administration and consumption of medical marijuana by students at public and private schools in the commonwealth; (ii) an analysis of existing legal, regulatory and administrative obstacles to possession, administration and consumption of medical use marijuana at public and private schools in the commonwealth; (iii) a survey of available methods of consumption, administration and storage of medical use marijuana at public and private schools; (iv) recommendations on best practices for public and private schools in the commonwealth to ensure that students have access to medical use marijuana while also maintaining a safe school environment for all students; and (v) recommendations on eliminating obstacles and expanding accommodations to possess, administer and consume medical use marijuana at public and private schools in the commonwealth. (emphasis added) I opposed the ballot question allowing for the legalization of marijuana. I continue to believe the legalization effort is misguided and further that the United States government has abdicated its responsibility to faithfully enforce the law in this area. I accept however that the people of the Commonwealth have decided otherwise. That being said, section 26 is a bridge too far to comprehend. Slipped into the conference committee report, in the dark of night and without discussion or debate, this provision presents a clear and present danger to the safety and wellbeing of our school often become distractions for people who are not. That is detrimental to any learning environment, especially one with young and impressionable students. Again, this simply boils down to the following question: would you prefer your child in a classroom with or without other students high on drugs? Drugs have absolutely no JEFFREY ROSARIO TURCO State Representative Nineteenth Suff olk District Revere – Winthrop children. Teachers and school administrators have enough on their plates in a post Covid-19 world without adding state mandated drug use in our schools to their burden. At a time when the Commonwealth and the nation should be directing resources to making our schools safer, section 26 will do the opposite. As a parent of six young children, the idea that we would transition from “Just Say No” to possibly mandating, and therefore normalizing, marijuana use in our schools is beyond the pale. With your veto, you can protect our children from this misguided and dangerous eff ort. I off er the following additional thoughts for your consideration. First and foremost, marijuana is a gateway drug that can lead young people down self-destructive paths. Even if most children are not themselves getting high at school, placing them in an environment with others who are high can only lead to negative outcomes. Students would start to develop the belief, potentially even in elementary school, that doings drugs is completely ok. After all, if the teachers, administrators and nurses do not seem to take issue with some students getting high during the school day, then how bad can drugs really be? Secondly, classrooms featuring students high on marijuana are less productive classrooms than full of sober students. According to the CDC, when people get high they often have trouble focusing, learning and remembering. Their thinking becomes foggy and impaired. They may become paranoid, losing their sense of time and place. In other words, people who are high place at schools or around young children. Period. This is not a fact that requires a study to determine. In fact, it was a universally held piece of common sense up until, apparently, the passage of S.3096. Governor Baker, I implore you to veto section 26, if possible, and if not, the entirety of S.3096. With your veto, you can protect our children from this misguided and dangerous eff ort. Sincerely, Gerry 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 Lawrence A. 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Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Cultural Council grant applications opening soon By Adam Swift G rant applications for Revere residents looking to apply for a grant from the Mass Cultural Council will open on Sept. 1. The last day to apply for the grants on the state website will be Oct. 17, Revere Cultural Council Chair Paul Argenzio said at last week’s Cultural Council meeting. Revere Cultural Council members are appointed by the mayor and approved by the City Council. One of the goals of the Cultural Council is to expose residents to various art forms they would not otherwise not have the opportunity to see. The Cultural Council selects arts projects for the grants that would serve all segments of the population, such as seniors, libraries, schools and local artists. The Revere Cultural Council currently has a balance of just over $52,000, according to Argenzio. Of that amount, about $35,000 is encumbered for previously approved projects, and about $17,000 will be added to what the state grants the city this year. “I received an email from the state cultural council (on August 11) stating that they will be giving that information on or about August 25, so we will be hearing what our allotment is going to be at that time,” said Argenzio. Argenzio said he has reached out to past grant awardees who have yet to use their funds and said most of them have stated that they plan on using the funds or have programs and projects coming up in the coming weeks. “If we do hear from one of the applicants that they will not be moving forward with their program or what they were granted, we can add that money to what we will be granting out this year,” said Argenzio. The most recent round of awarded grants was used for everything from helping fund the annual Moroccan Festival to senior education and entertainment programming for the Revere Council on Elder Aff airs to piano concerts and theater productions. Those interested in applying for a grant through the Mass Cultural Council can fi nd more information on the application process at massculturalcouncil.org. ~ Home of the Week ~ www.eight10barandgrille.com We Have Reopened for Dine-In and Outside Seating every day beginning at 4 PM SAUGUS....One level living offers 6 rooms and lots of potential. Home features WE'RE OPEN! 8 Norwood Street, Everett (617) 387-9810 STAY SAFE! View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds Harvey Vinyl 64 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Page 7 Revised Covid policies in place for new school year By Adam Swift C ovid-19 has yet to totally disappear, and as long as it remains a health hazard, the public schools will have to continue to adjust their approach to the virus. At Tuesday’s School Committee meeting, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dianne Kelly and Public Health Director Lauren Buck outlined the Covid policy for the fast-approaching new school year. “We hope that this guidance meets the goal of keeping kids in school as much as possible safely,” said Buck. “That’s the goal this year in terms of Covid policy. There are still some CDC guidelines that we have to abide by in terms of isolation, and these are baked into the policy.” Buck said there are some new things that will be added into the new school year’s Covid policy, as well as some things that the school will not be continuing from last year. “First of all, for a scenario of anyone who tests positive for Covid, unfortunately the CDC still requires a fi ve-day isolation, so we will be abiding by that with a fi ve-day isolation from the date of a positive test or the date that symptoms begin,” said Buck. Students and staff who test positive are able to return to school on day six, but they must wear a mask for the next fi ve days. The scenario for people who have been exposed to Covid but haven’t tested positive has changed from last year. “We do not require a quarantine anymore, which is really good,” said Buck. “That means a lot more kids and staff will be able to stay in school. Obviously, the big caveat here is that it is as long as someone is asymptomatic.” If someone is exposed to Covid and is asymptomatic, they will be able to continue to come to school regardless of vaccination status. The next policy the school system is looking to implement at the beginning of the school year is symptomatic testing, which the schools didn’t do last year. “If a symptomatic student or staff member is on site, we want them to be evaluated by the school nurse, who will determine if it is appropriate to have a rapid antigen test,” said Buck. Even if someone tests negative, the student or staff member could still be sent home if the school nurse determines they are symptomatic. “If it is determined that they can stay in school, masking is strongly encouraged until the symptoms are resolved,” said Buck. If there is a positive test, the fi ve days of isolation required under the regular policy will begin. Masking will be optional for the school year, with the exception of students and staff who test positive and must mask for the five days after they come out of isolation. Masking will be encouraged for any students who feel more comfortable wearing masks as well as any students or staff who are immunocompromised or have family members who are immunocompromised. Some of the policies that will not be in eff ect for the coming school year include pool testing, test and stay, and contact tracing. Attorneys at Law 14 Norwood St., Everett, MA 02149 Phone: (617) 387-4900 Fax: (617) 381-1755 John Mackey, Esq. * Katherine M. Brown, Esq. Patricia Ridge, Esq. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma OurOur 50th Anniversarynniversar Dan 1972 R.Y.O. TOBACCO ---------TUBES CIGAR SMOKERS DELIGHT! 15 Handmade Cigars - Long Leaf - individually wrapped plus a $19. Surprise $43.95 Chris 2022 We Sell Cigars & Accessories Buy Cigars by the Box & SAVE! Competitive prices on all Brands, Great Selection Take an Additional 10% OFF All Boxes and Humidors during the Month of August! * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 STORE HOURS: Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday & Holidays: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 BBB Scam Alert: With used cars in high demand, look out for too-good-to-be-true prices A ccording to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), used cars are in high demand, and scammers know it. Con artists are taking advantage of shoppers who turn to online platforms in search of a reasonably priced used vehicle. Be wary of this latest twist and too-goodto-be-true prices. How the scam works: You For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspaperscall The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net are shopping for a used vehicle on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, eBay or another online platform. You fi nd the make and model you want at an excellent price. Amazing! However, when you contact the seller, you fi nd out that the vehicle is in another city. Fortunately, the seller knows a transport company that can deliver it to you. All you need to do is pay the transport company, which will hold the funds in escrow until the vehicle is delivered. Many scammers will add a sad story meant to tug on your heartstrings. For example, they might claim the car belonged to a relative who has passed away. An example: Reportedly, a scammer claimed to be selling a car on behalf of their aunt, who inherited it from her recently deceased father. “The ‘Auntie’ claimed she was a nurse and worked shifts, and that my daughter’s original email had fallen into her junk folder. The ‘Auntie’ had moved to another province thousands of miles from us. But if my daughter wanted to purchase the car for the stated price (which was well under the going price for a vehicle of this type, year and mileage), the Auntie had a contract with an automotive transport company.” Once you’ve paid the thirdparty company, usually by a wire transfer or prepaid debit card, your vehicle won’t be delivered. The sale was a scam, and the con artist was in cahoots with the third-party transport company. Unfortunately, your money is gone for good. How to avoid car sales scams Watch out for prices that are too good to be true. It’s probably a scam. Scammers know that used cars are in high demand, and they will tempt shoppers with great deals. Contact the seller by phone. As early as possible, speak to the seller on the phone and ask plenty of questions. If you get very vague answers, if the seller gets defensive or aggressive, or if they can’t confi rm their location or the location of the vehicle, you’re probably dealing with a scammer. See the car before you buy it. Always make an in-person inspection and take a test drive before you purchase a vehicle. Don’t give in to threats or pressure. Resist the urge to act immediately. Always take time to consider a purchase, especially if it’s a vehicle that costs thousands of dollars. Don’t wire funds for a car. Scammers often ask for wired funds because they are hard to track, and there’s no way to get your money back. It’s best to make large purchases by check or credit card. For more information: See a BBB Investigation on vehicle shipper and escrow scams (https://www.bbb.org/article/ news-releases/22961-bbb-investigation-vehicle-escrow-scams). You may also want to read the BBB Tips on buying a used car (https://www.bbb.org/article/ tips/14088-bbb-tip-buying-aused-car) and buying a car online (https://www.bbb.org/article/news-releases/22550-bbb-tipbuying-a-car-online). To report a car sales scam: If you see a car sales scam, report it to BBB Scam Tracker (https:// www.bbb.org/ScamTracker) and to the online marketplace where you found it. Open a 3-year CD with one of the region’s highest rates. Revere Department of Public Works to Host Revere Public Works Day September 10 at Rumney Marsh Academy REVERE, MA -- The Revere Department of Public Works announced Revere Public Works Day 2022 is being held on Saturday, September 10th , 2022 at the 419 BROADWAY. EVERETT, MA 02149 771 SALEM ST. LYNNFIELD, MA 01940 WWW.EVERETTBANK.COM Member FDIC | Member DIF Rumney Marsh Academy between 10am – 2pm. This event will showcase services the DPW and Water/Sewer Departments provide throughout the city and give residents and kids a chance to learn more about this essential department. There will be several educational games and activities for children of all ages. Tons of freebies, a bounce house, face painting, DJ and more will be available to add to the excitement. The Revere 311 office will be there to answer questions and open tickets for issues residents may have in Revere, like potholes, raised sidewalks, and more. The MWRA will also be in attendance to provide educational materials and provide clean and fresh water to attendees with the help of their water truck. A bulky item drop off will be available in the parking lot of Revere High School on this day as well. ONLY non-hazardous bulky items will be accepted (i.e., mattresses, furniture, bicycles, wood up to 4ft in length, lawn furniture, etc.). Items that will not be accepted are appliances, electronics, paint, and batteries. Money will be accepted by cash or check only. Attendees are asked to park in the Revere High School parking lot at 101 School Street for this event.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Page 9 Elected officials, transit advocates call for suspending fares for all MBTA riders during Orange, Green Line shutdowns Data shows thousands of Orange Line riders will still pay under T’s current plan; uniformly free service will promote transit usage over driving BOSTON (August 16, 2022) - Elected offi cials, advocates, and riders are calling for suspending fare collection across the entire MBTA system during the monthlong shutdowns of the Orange Line (beginning August 19) and the Green Line north of Government Center (beginning August 22). New data released today shows that, excluding already free bus routes, 137,056** daily bus trips are taken on routes that connect to the Orange Line – meaning tens of thousands of people who rely on buses to connect to the Orange Line will pay an MBTA fare before connecting to a free shuttle service. Additionally, thousands of bus riders who may not be making a connection to a shuttle will still bear the brunt of increased congestion in the region. To respond to the signifi cant negative impacts the shutdowns will have on these and all MBTA riders, and to continue to promote transit use over driving, riders, advocates and elected offi cials are calling for suspending fares across all rapid transit lines, all bus lines, and all commuter rail lines and zones through the duration of the shutdown. The MBTA’s current plan offers free rides only on Orange Line shuttle buses, as well as allowing riders to pay for trips on commuter rail lines within Zones 1A, 1, and 2 by showing their CharlieCard or CharlieTicket. A suspension of all fares, coupled with implementing rapid bus lanes and a more accessible commuter rail service, would respond equitably to the needs of all transit riders and ensure more people continue to use the system rather than drive during the shutdowns. Many elected and civic leaders agree: “The Orange Line serves as a crucial economic, social, and community link for students and working families in Massachusetts, including for many lower-income communities and communities of color throughout Greater Boston. They will bear the brunt of this devastating shutdown, but they shouldn’t be forced to carry the fi nancial costs as well. Farefree transit is a common-sense step to lessen the burden on commuters and ensure the T puts public transit riders fi rst.” – Senator Ed Markey “Due to decades of underinvestment and mismanagement of the MBTA, our constituents fi nd themselves in an untenable situation. We should not have to choose between safety and service. Riders should not have to bear the burden of these disruptive shutdowns, which we know will hit our most vulnerable commuters hardest. Making the T free during these shutdowns would reduce the financial impact on riders and lower families’ costs during a time of infl ation, while also promoting connectivity, accessibility, sustainability, and addressing the transit gaps that have deepened the racial and economic disparities in our communities. I thank Senator Markey for his close partnership in this eff ort and to our advocates and local partners for keeping up the pressure.” – Representative Ayanna Pressley “Bus riders who rely on a connection to the Orange Line are facing an extraordinary burden during the shutdown. We know that fare free buses are faster and more reliable, and eliminating fares across the system during this period will give time and money back to the people who are most impacted by this disruption.” – Boston Mayor Michelle Wu “During these unprecedented closures, MBTA riders deserve unprecedented support. Somerville residents will be doubly burdened with both the Orange and Green Line closures, and for many, access to jobs, school, health care, and other essential services will be at risk. Suspending fares systemwide is not only the equitable thing to do – it’s good policy that will keep more users on public transit during the next month and beyond.” – Somerville Mayor Katjana Ballantyne "The shutdown demonstrates the extreme importance of public transportation for everyone: riders, drivers, cyclists, businesses, the economy, and our air and climate. Recent disasters have steeply eroded confi dence in the system, but we need to rebuild ridership for everyone's benefi t. Free fares for everyone will help with that. Free fares will signal gratitude and an apology to those riders who have stuck with public transportation through multiple disasters, many of whom have no real alternative." – State Senator Pat Jehlen “Safe, reliable and affordable public transportation is critical to connect our communities, and the Orange and Green Line diversions will have serious impacts on my constituents. I am concerned that the needs of those who rely most on public transportation, for whom working from home or being late for work are not options, are not being considered. Making the system fare free during this shutdown is one critical way to address the fi nancial impact of this closure.” – State Representative Christine Barber "The Orange and Green Line shutdown will result in lost wages and missed medical appointments, further exacerbating the health disparities of low-income communities that were hit hardest during the pandemic like Chelsea and East Boston and who are reliant on public transportation. A full fare suspension will give essential workers and low-income families a fi ghting chance to thrive during this transit emergency.” – GreenRoots Associate Executive Director Maria Belen Power “Riders along the Fairmont corridor, especially in Dorchester and Mattapan, use the bus system to connect with the Orange Line to bring them into downtown. The idea that they will have to fi gure out a very unclear system of payment when having to deal with signifi cantly longer travel times and transfers is shameful – the MBTA needs to prioritize riders by giving the free fares and transparency on the process ahead.”- Action 4 Equity Transit Organizer Mea Johnson “The T is essential to our work. I take the Orange Line frequently for our environmental justice presentations, connecting with youth leaders in Greater Boston and to accompany my grandmother for her needs in the city. A suspension of fares will make it a lot easier for young people to commute outside of Chelsea.” - Darien Rodriguez, GreenRoots ECO Youth Crew Member, 15 years old “The month-long shutdown of the Orange and Green Lines is expected to have a severe impact on mobility in Greater Boston and increase traffi c congestion throughout the region. Left unabated, this will be disruptive to riders, the economy, and the business community. Suspending fares across the MBTA system will help encourage public transit use and address serious equity issues for the many bus riders who are set to pay for service before connecting to a free shuttle bus. The legislature approved $266 million in this year’s state budget to address the safety repairs recommended by the FTA, so there is funding available to support this initiative. Using this money to support riders and this region during these shutdowns is a wise use of these funds at this critical time.” – A Better City President & CEO Rick Dimino “Suspending fares systemwide makes sense in a crisis situation like the one that we’re facing today. The current suspension of fares for commuter rail riders in Zones 1, 1A, and 2 does not go far enough if the goal of authority is the reduction of traffi c in the diversion zone. Full fare suspension on all modes will help convince more people to take the train, bus, or ferry instead of their car, and will reduce congestion both for Orange Line shuttles and for those who have no choice but to drive.” – TransitMatters Programs Manager Matthew Petersen “Given the enormous economic impact the shutdown will have on the region, systemwide fares suspension is an investment in keeping people - and the economy - moving for the next month. The Commonwealth’s historic revenue surplus, in addition to unexpended ARPA funds and the additional funds the legislature allocated to the MBTA to address the FTA recommendation, off er more than enough resources to fi ll any revenue shortfall that may occur as a result of a system-wide fares suspension.” – LivableStreets Executive Director Stacy Thompson “While the need to take drastic steps to improve the safety and reliability of our public transportation system is understood, this move must be met with a sincere eff ort to reduce the negative impacts on all who rely on the system. The reality is many riders will feel compelled to turn to private vehicles to get where they need to go, which will impact countless bus riders who will sit in worsened traffi c. A suspension of fares is not only the just action to take, but can serve as an incentive for Orange and Green Line riders to use the commuter rail rather than driving.” – Transportation for Massachusetts Interim Director Josh Ostroff - LEGAL NOTICE - D To all interested persons: A Petition for Late and Limited Formal Testacy and/or of requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: of be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve on the bond in administration.
Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 For Advertising with Results, callcall The Advocat The Advocate Newspapers Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net REVERETV | FROM Page 2 be playing in between programming every day on the RTV Community Channel. Longtime RTV Community Member Diana Cardona was back in the studio last week for a new project. Diana brought dancers to the studio and recorded a Colombian inspired performance. This video will soon be added to Community Channel scheduling on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. Diana used to produce a few programs in those original timeslots and is always open to adding to the mix. Be sure to check out the Community Channel for all programs produced by community members. This month you will also see “Life Issues” by Judi van Kooiman, new episodes of “Legends of Pro Wrestling,” a new episode of “Eye on Revere” and replays of “Sal’s Show” and “Sal’s Concert.” The RTV Community Channel is 8 and 1072 on Comcast and 3 and 614 on RCN. The Revere DPW offi cially broke ground on new construction of their site last week. RevereTV was there with a camera and recorded all who were there to speak on the event. This coverage is posted to YouTube and is still playing in the rotation on television at various times in between municipal meetings. You can also watch replays of the City of Revere’s School Safety Community Forum on RTV Gov. Last week school administrators, city offi - cials, Revere Police and Revere Fire welcomed Revere residents to the Susan B. Anthony School to discuss school safety priorities and procedures for Revere Public Schools. The forum was also open to public comment and questioning. View this meeting in full on YouTube and playing on RTV Gov. This channel is 9 on Comcast and 13 and 613 on RCN. 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut St. We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 At this time, the state requires everyone to wear masks We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-8 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Wednesday Thursday Friday Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Private Parties Private Parties 4-11 p.m. Saturday 12-11 p.m. $9.00 $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Page 11 Better Business Bureau says con artists are pretending to represent popular ticket seller Ticketmaster to scam concertgoers C oncerts are back! Bands are touring again, and ticket spending is back to pre-COVID-19 levels. This fact hasn’t gone unnoticed by scammers. Recent reports to the BBB Scam Tracker of the Better Business Bureau indicate that con artists are preying on concertgoers by pretending to represent popular ticket seller Ticketmaster. How the scam works: You are looking to buy tickets to an upcoming concert or need to transfer tickets for a show that was postponed due to COVID-19. You do an internet search HANEY | FROM Page 1 tan beaches,” said Representative Turco (D-Winthrop). “I join so many in thanking Carol for for your question, which brings up results for Ticketmaster. You click through to the website, and everything looks normal. The website prompts you to enter your personal information and a credit card number. However, as soon as you complete a transaction, you notice some suspicious activity. You might receive tickets with someone else’s name on them, or you may never receive your tickets at all. In other cases, you get the tickets, but the site charges you a much higher rate than advertised. Upon closer inspection, you rea leading advocate not only for Revere, but for all of our region’s public beaches,” said Mancini. “It’s been my pleasure to work with her on the Comalize you were not on the Ticketmaster site at all! It was a lookalike site with a similar name. When you call the customer service number, they are either unreachable, unhelpful or downright aggressive. One ticket buyer reported this experience: “They sent me two tickets with someone else’s name on them, and they also charged me three times the amount [of] the ticket price. I have no way to get a refund and no customer service to contact (except by email) because they do not answer their phone.” vast number of people who are there on a daily basis. I am so proud to have been a member of this commission since its inception in 2006,” said Haney. How to avoid event ticket scams • Purchase from the venue. The safest way to purchase event tickets is to go directly through the venue, either in person or through their offi cial website. The venue’s website may point you to Ticketmaster or another provider to complete your purchase, but you can be sure of having the correct website URL. • Check out the seller. If you purchase from a third-party company, make sure they are a reputable ticket vendor or reseller, not a ticket scalper. Check reviews on BBB.org. • Watch out for fake websites. Take a close look at the website’s URL to ensure there are no slight misspellings. Impostors like to make lookalike websites with domain names that are like well-known business names. This makes them hard to spot. • Use a safe payment method. Always make online purchases with your credit card. You can dispute fraudulent charges and have a better chance of getting your money back. For more information: Review BBB’s tips about ticket insurance and learn how to spot fake events. See tips from Ticketmaster for spotting scams. If you are the victim of a ticket scam, whether you lost money or not, report it! By sharing your experience at BBB.org/ScamTracker, you can help other concertgoers avoid common ticket scams. Carol Haney is shown with city and state offi cials and family members on Revere Beach as she holds her Citation from the Mass. House of Representatives honoring her 15 years of service as a Metropolitan Beaches Commissioner. her commitment and dedication in the past and the work that she will do in the future.” “The City of Revere is very fortunate to have Carol Haney as our representative working with state leaders and elected offi cials to advocate for the best interest of Revere Beach,” said Mayor Arrigo. “In addition to her advocacy and fundraising eff orts, Ms. Haney received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Revere Chamber of Commerce, a true testament to her investment in our community.” “As a founding member of the Metropolitan Beaches Commission, Carol has been mission, and to jump into the cold, clean waters of Boston Harbor alongside her every year at the Shamrock Splash, where she singlehandedly has helped raise over $20,000 for free events and programs for kids and families. I would say I will miss working with Carol, but even though she’s stepping down from the Commission, I know she will continue to be there for us and our community.” “Thanks to the work of the Metropolitan Beaches Commission, Revere Beach as well as the other metropolitan beaches, is a sanctuary for all to enjoy as is evidenced by the Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Mayor and former RHS Principal Perella played hoops with MGH Youth Zone Summer Campers By Tara Vocino M assachusetts General Hospital Revere Youth Zone summer campers played basketball with Revere’s Director of Youth Engagement & Success, Dr. John Perella, who was previously Revere High School’s principal, and Mayor Brian Arrigo last Thursday afternoon on the McKinley School’s basketball court. After an hour-long game, everyone enjoyed a pizza party. Shown from left to right: summer campers Oliver Hernandez and Damian Caban, Mayor Brian Arrigo, who was in control of the ball, staff er Anthony Testa (in back) and campers Luka DeAlmeida, Nico Cardona and Anthony Pelatare. Mayor Brian Arrigo cheered on his teammates. Archit Pradhan tried to steal the basketball from Mayor Brian Arrigo. Shown from left to right: Janet Mozes, NP, Alexzandra Canales, Isabella Drinan, Etienne Ellis, Emma Cavalcanti, Nora Janjar, Caylee Hilerio, Aicha Hdaoui and MGH Revere Youth Zone Program Manager Michael Lenson created this art mural. Mayor Brian Arrigo chatted with summer camp staff er Anthony Testa during last Thursday’s afternoon basketball game. Aicha Hdaoui tried to shield the ball from Director of Youth Engagement & Success Dr. John Perella. MGH Revere Youth Zone summer campers, aged nine to 17, played basketball with Revere’s Director of Youth Engagement & Success, Dr. John Perella, and Mayor Brian Arrigo last Thursday afternoon on the McKinley School Basketball Court. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Mayor Brian Arrigo took a much-needed water break on the sidelines.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Page 13 Retired New England Patriots football players and cheerleaders assist in Costa Park rebuild – the city’s most used play area KaBoom! Project Manager Lian Mah asked the participants to congratulate each other on their teamwork throughout the day. V Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky said it’s been wonderful seeing the progress. Volunteer Jan Dumas, who lives on the same street, thanked the community for coming together to rebuild Costa Park. By Tara Vocino olunteers from the City of Revere, United Healthcare, The Neighborhood Developers and Revere Community Committee gathered to construct a playground at Costa Park last Friday afternoon. The initiative was part of a nationwide eff ort by KaBoom! to end play space inequity, especially in communities of color. Since the fi rst community build eff ort in 2020, equipment exceeded the rate of wear and tear; thus, it was in need of replacement. According to the city’s Project Planner, Elle Baker, 140 people participated, and a rubber surface still has to be laid down before a ribbon-cutting ceremony can take place. Mayor Brian Arrigo said the park renovations will serve thousands of young people for decades to come. Shown from left to right: New England Patriots cheerleaders Molly Simmons, Kasey Sjostedt, Kayshauna Montano and Tiana Dyson, mascot Pat Patriot, United Healthcare Senior Director of Revenue Eileen Doyle and volunteer Pamela Bylakhman. New England Patriot cheerleaders came to Costa Park. Pictured from left to right are New England Patriots cheerleaders Molly Simmons, Kasey Sjostedt, Kayshauna Montano and Tiana Dyson and mascot Pat Patriot. (Advocat e photos by Tara Vocino) The city’s Project Planner, Elle Baker, thanked The Revere Advocate and other newspapers for their support. The Neighborhood Developers Community Building Director Sharon Fosbury said the children helped design the park through their input. United Healthcare Tier II Customer Service Lead Katie Barnes painted a basketball player onto a splash pad mural. Shown from left to right: New England Patriots cheerleaders Molly Simmons and Kasey Sjostedt, Disc Jockey Rick Freni, mascot Pat Patriot and cheerleaders Kayshauna Montano and Tiana Dyson. Former New England Patriots outside linebacker Tully Banta-Cain, who won two Super Bowls, and former New England Patriots running back Patrick Pass supported the renovation day. Former running back Jonas Gray was also in attendance. Former New England Patriots off ensive guard Joseph Andruzzi tightened a hook to latch onto a swing set during last Friday afternoon’s Costa Park renovation project. Volunteers – including from the Department of Public Works, City Council, KaBoom!, Revere Community Committee, United Healthcare and the New England Patriots (current cheerleaders and former players) – assembled for a group photograph at the end of the day.
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 City Council President Visconti hosts packed fundraiser A By Tara Vocino pproximately 100 people attended Council President/Councillor-At-Large Gerry Visconti’s campaign fundraiser at Dryft Revere Raw Outdoor Bar on Wednesday night. Shown from left to right: Council Vice President/Ward 6 Councillor Richard Serino, Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Council President/ Councillor-At-Large Gerry Visconti, Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky, Councillor-At-Large Steven Morabito and Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe. Suff olk County Sheriff Steven Tompkins supported Visconti on Wednesday night. State Rep. Jessica Giannino introduced Council President Gerry Visconti at his fundraiser at Dryft this past week. Friends Marian Maff eo and Irma Accettullo with Visconti. Shown from left to right: Visconti’s daughters, Sofi a and Sabrina, Gerry, his son, Joseph, Visconti’s wife, Danielle, son Gerry Jr, alongside his girlfriend, Camryn Carrillo. Supporter Jolie Giannetti, his wife Danielle Visconti and supporter Michelle Cassinell. Former Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso, his wife, Linda, with Council President Gerry Visconti. Disc Jockey Richard Freni entertained the crowd all night long. The host with Revere School Committee member John Kingston and Northeast Vocational School Committee member Anthony Caggiano.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Page 15 Shown from left to right: his daughters, Sofi a and Sabrina, Councillor-At-Large/ Council President Gerry Visconti his son, Joseph, his wife, Danielle and his son, Gerry Jr. during Wednesday’s campaign fundraiser at Dryft Revere Raw Outdoor Bar. Best friend Madeline Fisher, in center, alongside Jolie Giannetti, Visconti’s wife Danielle, Gerry Visconti and Michelle Cassinell. Ward 5 City Councillor John Powers and Council President Visconti. Residents Jolie Giannetti and Cheryl McGrath supported Visconti. Ward 3 City Councillor Anthony Cogliandro alongside Visconti.
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 GREATER BOSTON LEAGUE NOTEBOOK: Can you believe it? High School Fall Sports are here as Preseason Football starts TODAY! Long, hot summer will blend into a busy new school sports year for Everett HS, Malden HS and Revere HS By Steve Freker T he time-honored phrase: "Long, hot summer" comes to mind this week as we come to realize that the high school Fall Season is upon us. We know it has defi nitely been hot out there most of the past 10 weeks of summer, but we might have to scratch the word "long". It seems like yesterday that the teams were finishing doubleplays on the baseball and softball fi elds, scoring goals in lacrosse or spiking volleyballs. How did the calendar fl ip so quickly? But they will be tossing footballs and running sprints starting today as the fall sports season offi cially gets under way. Football kicks it off with two days of extra conditioning under MIAA guidelines. Golf is also allowed to begin its preseason today under newly-adopted MIAA guidelines. All fall sports follow with their offi cial starts on Monday, August 22, as boys’ and girls’ soccer, cross country, field hockey, golf and girls’ volleyball all get under way. That means that the whistles be blowing, the cones will be positioned and the drills will be percolating at Everett Memorial Stadium for the Everett High Crimson Tide, Malden High's Macdonald Stadium and Revere High's Della Russo Stadium today, Today and tomorrow will be conditioning only preseason practices for football, with only helmets allowed to be worn and no contact as teams eye Opening Day, which is just three short weeks away. Football Opening Day just three short weeks away Everett High Head Coach Rob DiLoreto will be embarking on his third year at the helm for Crimson Tide. DiLoreto came aboard for the COVID-shortened season of Spring 2021, then guided Everett to its 25th Greater Boston League Championship in the past 27 seasons and a 10-1 overall record last fall 2021 season, its only blemish a fi rst-round, 25-22 loss to Methuen in the opening round of the Division 1 North playoff s. Everett High football opens its 10-game, 2022 regular season with a highly-anticipated game with Xaverian Bros. from the Catholic Conference on Friday, September 9 at 7:00 p.m. AT Everett Stadium. In addition to Xaverian, Everett has also added BC High to its FOOTBALL | SEE Page 17 School Sports and other extracurricular activities remain best bargain in the entire municipal budget As a new school year nears, the value of these programs which complement academics is clear C all it fiscal efficiency, value-based fi nances or the good, old-fashioned action cliché: “most bang for the buck.” But a truer statement is not often said than this, borrowed from the National Federation of State High School Associations’ (NFHS) “The Case of High School Activities”: High school activity programs – vital programs such as Sports, Music, Speech, Theater and Debate – are one of today’s best bargains. At a cost of only one to three percent (or even less than one percent in many cases) of an overall school’s budget, funding of high school activity programs produces some of the higher value per dollar of all school/municipal expenditures. It is in these sports and other extracurricular programs where young people learn lifelong lessons that complement the academic lessons taught in the classroom. From a cost standpoint, sports and other activity programs are an exceptional bargain when matched against the overall school district’s education budget. Examinations of various school districts’ budget information across the country reveal that activity programs make up very small percentages of school budgets. In the Advocate readership area’s public school districts of Everett, Malden, Revere and Saugus, this is the case, as well, as all four of the districts, for the upcoming 2022-23 school year show between one and two percent of their complete school budgets committed to athletics and other extracurricular activities. That is between approximately $520,000 and $785,000 per school. Check out some of the major cities in the nation. Pre-COVID, in the 2019-20 school year, the city of Chicago’s Public School Board of Education’s budget (the second largest U.S. school district) was $6.56 billion; the activity programs’ portion was $17.5 million, just two-tenths of one percent. In the Los Angeles, Calif., Unifi ed School District (the third largest school district in the national), activity programs received $7.3 million of the overall $7.7 billion budget for 201920, only one-tenth of one percent! In the Miami–Dade, Fla., School District (the fourth largest school district in the United States), its Board of Education had a 2019-20 overall budget of $5.45 billion, while setting aside $17.7 million for sports and all other activity programs, just over three-tenths of one percent. In all of these examples, the budget for school activity programs is less than one percent of the overall district’s budget. Considering the benefits, which are outlined below, at such small proportions of overall school district budgets, school activity programs are one of the most eff ective investments being made in secondary school education programs today. We will go right to the Mission Former Everett High All-Scholastic Jason Maitre parlayed some outstanding athletic ability he honed as a Crimson Tide football All-Scholastic into a Football Scholarship at Boston College. (Courtesy Photo/Everett Football) Statement of the NFHS to reiterate the value and importance of participation in athletic and other extracurricular activities by student-athletes, because we know that they are all endorsed by the districts in our readership area. The NFHS states: –We Believe– Student participation in education-based high school athletics and activities: • Is a privilege. • Enriches the educational experience. • Encourages academic Racing down the fi eld for Malden High Golden Tornado soccer last season (Courtesy Photo/Malden HS girls’ soccer) achievement. • Promotes respect, integrity and sportsmanship. • Prepares for the future in a global community. • Develops leadership and life skills. • Fosters the inclusion of diverse populations. • Promotes healthy lifestyles and safe competition. • Encourages positive school/ community culture. • Should be fun. And it is far from being a budget-buster! In the long run, as it keeps students in school and working towards dreams and goal, it naturally makes the school budget-funded districts more eff ective and more successful. If students are now involved in school-based athletics and activities, keep them involved. If they are not participating at this time, get them involved! Being active in school-based athletics and/or activities can and will change and enhance student-athletes’ lives.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 Page 17 FOOTBALL | FROM Page 16 Ways to Pay for Long-Term Care Without Insurance or Savings Dear Savvy Senior, What types of fi nancial resources are available to help seniors pay for long-term care? My 86-year-old mother will need either an assisted living facility or nursing home care in the near future, but she doesn’t have long-term care insurance and her savings are minimal. Searching Daughter Dear Searching, The cost of assisted living and nursing home care in the U.S is very expensive. According to the Genworth cost of care survey tool, the national median cost for an assisted living facility today is over $4,600 per month, while nursing home care runs more than $8,100 per month for a semi-private room. (See Genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html to look up costs in your area.) Most people pay for longterm care (LTC) – which encompasses assisted living, nursing home and in-home care – with either personal funds, government programs or insurance. But if your mom is lacking in savings and has no LTC insurance to cover her costs, here are your best options to look for funding. Medicaid (not Medicare): The first thing you need to know is that Medicare (the government health insurance program for seniors 65 and older and those with disabilities) does not cover long-term care. It only provides limited shortterm coverage, up to 100 days for skilled nursing or rehabilitation services after a three-day hospital stay. Medicaid, however, (the joint federal and state program that covers health care for the poor) does cover nursing home and inhome care. But to be eligible for coverage, your mother must be very low-income. Her countable assets can’t be more than around $2,000, including investments. (Note that most people who enter a nursing home don’t qualify for Medicaid at fi rst but pay for care out-of-pocket until they deplete their savings enough to qualify.) There are also many states that now have Medicaid waver programs that can help pay for assisted living. To get more information on Medicaid coverage and eligibility, call your state Medicaid office (see Medicaid. gov). You can also check your mom’s Medicaid eligibility at MedicaidPlanningAssistance.org. Veterans benefits: If your mom is a wartime veteran, or a spouse or surviving spouse of a wartime veteran, there is a benefi t called Aid and Attendance that can help pay toward her long-term care. To be eligible, your mom must need assistance with daily living activities like bathing, dressing or going to the bathroom. And her yearly income must be under $15,816 as a surviving spouse, or $24,610 for a single veteran – after her medical and long-term care expenses. Her assets must also be less than $138,489 excluding her home and car. To learn more, see VA.gov/geriatrics, or contact your regional VA offi ce, or your local veterans service organization. Call 800-8271000 for contact information. Life insurance: If your mom has a life insurance policy, fi nd out if it offers an accelerated death benefi t that would allow her to get a tax-free advance to help pay for her care. Or consider selling her policy to a life settlement company. These are companies that buy life insurance policies for cash, continue to pay the premiums and collect the death benefi t when she dies. Most sellers generally get four to eight times more than the policy cash surrender value. If she owns a policy with a face value of $100,000 or more and is interested in this option, get quotes from several brokers or life settlement providers. To locate some, use the Life Insurance Settlement Association member directory at LISA.org. To look for these and other programs in your area that can help pay your mom’s long-term care, go to PayingForSeniorCare. com and click on “Find Financial Assistance for Care.” 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. CREDITORS AND RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS M any debtors are worried about a creditor’s ability to satisfy a judgment by attaching his or her retirement account. A qualifi ed retirement account established pursuant to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) promulgated in 1974 are generally protected in full. These employer-sponsored retirement plans would include a 401K) plan, a 403(b) plan, a 457 plan, profi t-sharing plan, cash balance plan and other pension plans. It does not matter how much money you have in a qualifi ed plan under ERISA. These accounts are even protected if you were to fi le for bankruptcy. There are situations where the assets might not be protected. For example, if you committed a crime, some of the assets might be vulnerable in order to reimburse the state that may have prosecuted you. A spouse in the context of a divorce would also have marital rights that would allow that spouse to gain access to a portion of the retirement account. The IRS would also have the ability to reach assets in a qualifi ed plan in order to seek recovery for back income taxes. Traditional IRA’s and Roth IRA’s are not protected by the federal government under ERISA. However, the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevennon-league slate and will take on the Eagles on the road Friday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m. After just a one-year series, Everett will not be playing St. John's Shrewsbury again this season on Thanksgiving Day. It was anticipated that the series would be lasting, but St. John's offi cials announced in June it would now play a different opponent on Thanksgiving and Everett, at this time, once again, is sitting out Turkey Day. Malden High Head Coach tion and Consumer Protection Act (BAPCPA) of 2005 provides federal protection to IRA accounts up to $1,362,800. Monies rolled over from an ERISA qualifi ed retirement plan into a “rollover” IRA account may not be subject to these limits. There are restrictions with respect to IRA contributions within the fi ve-year period prior to fi ling for bankruptcy that are in excess of 7% of your income. Also, it is important to note that “inherited” IRA’s are not protection assets. If you are not filing for bankruptcy, each state has its own limits as to how much in an IRA account would be protected from creditors. Be sure to consult with an attorney fully versed in creditor protection rights and bankruptcy law if you are unsure as to whether or not your qualifi ed retirement account, IRA or SEP/ IRA account is protected. This area of the law can be very confusing. Joseph D. Cataldo is an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney, Certifi ed Public Accountant, Certifi ed Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation. SCHOOL | FROM Page 1 according to Kelly. “There is one piece of the job they are going to be doing – replacing air handlers in the gym at the Beachmont – and because of supply chain issues, that’s not going to happen until November,” Kelly said. “But they will still be able to commission the boilers and have everything up and running and tested in time for the winter season.” The School Department is also moving forward with the new door and window project at the Lincoln Elementary School. “That is good timing, since our air conditioning project fi nished last spring,” said Kelly. “With the air-conditioning project completed, the windows and doors are set to go out to bid at the end of September with the anticipation that we will start that project as soon as school gets out in June of 2023.” On the new Revere High School front, Kelly said there is another Revere High School Building Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, and she encouraged the public to take part in the meetings if possible. “We are still plugging away at our design plans and working with the city on the eminent domain process [at the former Wonderland Park site] and hope to have some progress there soon,” said Kelly. In other business, the School Witche Exilhomme will be guiding his second full season for the Golden Tornado football squad. Malden will open the season with a pair non-league home games. On Thursday, September 8, Malden hosts Whittier Tech at 6:00 p.m. On Friday, September 16, Malden will host Melrose at 6:00 p.m. Both games will be at Macdonald Stadium in Malden. The Tornado squad and secondyear head coach Exilhomme will then take on Chelsea High in a regular season game for the fi rst time since the 1980s, as Malden opens its Greater Boston League slate against the Red Devils at 6:00 p.m. at Chelsea Stadium on Friday, September 23. Malden plays Medford for the 138th time for its Thanksgiving matchup. The longest-standing head coach in the GBL, entering his 21st season, is Revere High's Lou Cicatelli. He and the Revere Patriots will embark on the 2022 campaign with two consecutive non-league games: Opening the season will be two straight road games, at Peabody on Friday, September 9 at 7:00 p.m. and then hosting Plymouth North on September 16 at 6:00 p.m. Revere opens its GBL schedule on Thursday, September 22 versus Medford at 6:00 p.m. Read the Advocate each week for game results, schedules and updates of ALL the GBL teams! Committee approved the school handbook for 2022-23. Kelly also provided the committee with information on exit interviews for school staff who left the school district before the start of the new year. Of the 77 staff members not returning, she said 52 resigned, 15 requested a leave of absence and 10 were nonrenewals. Overall, 20 percent of those leaving said they were dissatisfied with leadership or management, 18 percent said they were relocating, 16 percent stated it was because of the commute, 15 percent left for career advancement and 11 percent stated they wanted better salary and benefi ts.
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For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages. com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from recent sessions. There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. $200,000 FOR RECYCLING CHILD PASSENGER RESTRAINTS (H 5050) House 126-27, Senate 36-3, overrode Gov. Charlie Baker’s veto of $200,000 for a pilot program for the recycling of child passenger restraints. In his veto message, Baker said, “I am striking language that earmarks funding for a program not recommended.” Sen. Becca Rausch (D-Needham) said that “overriding Gov. Baker’s veto of this common-sense pilot program was a no-brainer.” “Reducing landfi ll waste and pollution in Massachusetts requires creative solutions,” said Rausch. “My successful budget amendment to create a statewide car seat recycling pilot program is a win for families and our commonwealth’s climate action goals, creating a way to divert up to 5,000 car seats out of landfi lls and into our recycling stream.” (A “Yes” vote is for the $200,000. A “No” vote is against the $200,000.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Sen. Lydia Edwards WASTE REMOVAL & BUILDING MAINTENANCE • Landscaping, Lawn Care, Mulching • Yard Waste & Rubbish Removal • Interior & Exterior Demolition (Old Decks, Fences, Pools, Sheds, etc.) • Appliance and Metal Pick-up • Construction and Estate Cleanouts • Pick-up Truck Load of Trash starting at $169 • Carpentry LICENSED & INSURED Call for FREE ESTIMATES! KITCHEN CABINETS To Look Like New 508-840-0501 FURNITURE STRIP & FINISH SKATING RINKS (H 5050) House 133-20, Senate 39-0, overrode Gov. Baker’s veto of a provision that requires Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) skating rinks to remain open and staff ed for the full rink season and that ice skating be available from September 1, 2022 to April 15, 2023. The provision also requires the MDC to prepare and submit reports to the House and Senate including the status of hiring for additional staffi ng levels; the staff - ing levels for the previous ten fi scal years; and the average staffi ng level at each park. “I am striking this language because it is not consistent with my … recommendation and the required report is unduly burdensome,” said Baker in his veto message. Supporters of overriding the veto said it is important to keep the rinks open as long as possible for the benefi t of many residents who use them. They noted the required reports will ensure that there are appropriate staffi ng levels at the rinks. (A “Yes” vote is for the rinks remaining open and for requiring the submission of the reports. A “No” vote is against the required rink openings and against requiring the reports.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Sen. Lydia Edwards Yes Yes $125,000 TO MONITOR REFORMS AT BRIDGEWATER STATE Yes Yes HOSPITAL (H 5050) House 131-32, Senate 39-0, overrode the governor’s veto of $125,000 for the Disability Law Center to monitor the effi cacy of service delivery reforms at Bridgewater State Hospital and the Old Colony Correctional Center. The governor also vetoed a section that gives the Department of Corrections the authority to reduce the danger of the spread of COVID-19 in vulnerable inmate populations through the use of furloughs and home confi nement. “I am striking this language because it is not consistent with my … recommendation,” said Gov. Baker in his veto message. Override supporters said Bridgewater State Hospital delivers poor services in some areas of treatment and noted the $125,000 the governor vetoed would ensure that the problems are identifi ed and fi xed. They also noted that the safe reduction of vulnerable inmates in prisons is necessary to reduce the cases of COVID-19. (A “Yes” vote is for the $125,000. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino Yes Rep. Jeff Turco Sen. Lydia Edwards Yes Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL – BILLS SIGNED BY GOV. CHARLIE BAKER LEGALIZE SPORTS BETTING (H 5164) – Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law a bill that legalizes sports betting on professional and college sports for Massachusetts residents over 21 years old at the state’s casinos, slots parlors, simulcast centers and through mobile platforms. Betting on Massachusetts colleges and universities would not be allowed unless the school is playing in a tournament like March Madness. The betting would be regulated by the Gaming Commission, the same commission that regulates the state’s casino gambling. “Our administration first filed legislation to legalize sports wagering in the commonwealth several years ago, and I am glad to be able to sign this bill into law today,” Gov. Baker said. “We appreciate the dedication and compromise that the Legislature demonstrated on this issue, and we look forward to supporting the work of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission on the responsible implementation of the law over the next several months.” “After a four-year process, sports betting is now legal in Massachusetts,” said sponsor Sen. Eric Lesser (D-Longmeadow). “This new law will give residents new ways to engage with sports, generate new jobs and investment and includes some of the strongest consumer and player safeguards in the country. I’m confi dent this law will be a model for other states, and I look accessible in the Bay State. Provisions include mandating coverage for an annual mental health wellness exam, comparable to an annual physical; a public awareness campaign on the state’s red fl ag laws that limit access to guns for people at risk of hurting themselves or others; implemenand stabilization services for adults and children; establishing an Offi ce of Behavioral Health Promotion to coordinate all state initiatives that promote mental, emotional and behavioral health and BEACON | SEE Page 20 f mentation in the months ahead HEAL er sig t 1. On Aug. 19, 1950, ABC fi rst aired what kind of TV shows on Saturday mornings? 2. What Canadian Island is known for piping plovers? 3. What bird builds the smallest nest? 4. What mountain range has Mount Ansel Adams? 5. On Aug. 20, 1911, the fi rst-ever worldwide cable message – “This message sent around the world” – was transmitted from what newspaper building? 6. How are Etna, Krakatoa and Fuji similar? 7. What does sagamore mean? 8. On Aug. 21, 1909. The Pilgrim Monument was completed in what town? 9. The tarantella is a folk dance of what country? 10. In which Charles Dickens novel would you fi nd Uriah Heep, Wilkins Micawber and Betsey Trotwood? 11. On Aug. 22, 1906, the Victor Talking Machine Company began production of a record player Answers wide 988 hotenvioral health crisis age and or eatment called Victrola that sold for who many dollars: 50, 100 or 200? 12. What is the “toad” in English “toad-in-the-hole”? 13. How are Mandarin, wing and shawl similar? 14. On Aug. 23, 1966, the Lunar Orbiter 1 took the fi rst photograph of what? 15. The fl ightless kiwi bird is native to what country? 16. How are The Black Pearl, Argo and The Jolly Roger similar? 17. August 24 is Independence Day of Ukraine, which celebrates its Declaration of Independence in what year: 1918, 1953 or 1991? 18. Eastern diamondback is the name of the largest of what kind of animal? 19. Brant Point Lighthouse, North America’s second oldest lighthouse, is on what island? 20. On Aug. 25, 1819, Scotsman Allan Pinkerton was born; he emigrated to the USA and founded what kind of agency? 1. For children (Animal Clinic and Acrobat Ranch) 2. Prince Edward Island 3. Hummingbird 4. The Sierra Nevada 5. The New York Times building 6. They are active volcanoes. 7. Chief or sachem 8. Provincetown, Mass. 9. Italy 10. “David Copperfi eld” 11. 200 12. Sausage (cooked in batter) 13. They are types of collar. 14. The earth from the moon 15. New Zealand 16. They are fi ctional ship names (in “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “Jason and the Argonauts” and “Peter Pan,” respectively) 17. 1991 18. Rattlesnake 19. Nantucket 20. A detective agency that was “one of the fi rst of its kind”
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 OBITUARIES Page 19 Linda A. (Napoli) Cervera Street, Revere on Saturday, August 20, 2022 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM followed by a Prayer Service at 4:00 PM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. George H. Frye, Jr. phen G. Frye & his surviving wife Lisa Frye of Lawrence. The cherished grandfather of Monica R. Caggiano, Melanie G. Caggiano, both of Revere, Rachael H. Frye, Seth J. Frye, & Sarah N. Frye, all of Lawrence. He is the dear brother of the late Gertrude S. Thornley. He is also lovingly survived by several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, & grandnephews. Mary A. (Huxley) Tremblay O f Revere. Passed away unexpectedly at her home Friday, August 12th at the age of 69. Linda loved her years working in the lunchroom at Revere High School and at the Lighthouse Nursing Home where she was an activities coordinator for the residents. She loved traveling with her family, loved the beach, and especially to her favorite spot, Ogunquit Maine. She loved baking and cooking (especially her famous Sunday Gravy aka Nonni’s Ronis) and always had her home open to anyone and everyone throughout her life. An avid Celtics and Bruins fan, Linda, who always said, “They’re gonna lose” never missed watching a game with both of her sons and her beloved Schnoodle, Salvie. She loved to hug and kiss everyone she saw and would settle for nothing less. Her sweetness and kindness touched all who knew her and always tried her very best throughout her life. Linda was a proud mother, wife, daughter, grandmother, aunt and friend. She is survived by her two sons who she loved dearly, Steven Cervera Jr. of Revere and his girlfriend Tracey Reardon of North Hampton, NH, and David Cervera, of Malden. Loving grandson Dominic Cervera, who was the apple of his Nonni’s eye. Cherished husband of over 46 years, Steven Cervera Sr. of Revere, and brother Frank Napoli of Manhattan, New York. Also Survived by her loving brother and sisters-inlaw, Alfred and Connie Cervera of Medford, MA and many nieces, nephews and cousins, and especially loved by her cousin Nicholas Moccia of Malden MA. Beloved Daughter of the late Frank and Betty Napoli of Medford, sister of the late Marie Richard, and beloved daughter-in-law of the Late Dominic and Ruthie Cervera. Also, Linda would want us to mention her beloved aunts, the late Josephine “Auntie Jackie” Dellporta and Frances “Auntie Butchie” Loblundo. A visitation will be held at the Paul Buonfi glio & Sons ~ Bruno Funeral Home, 128 Revere sured sister of Robert P. Huxley, Jr. & wife Patricia of Walpole, Helen Allen & husband Thomas of Florida & Michael Huxley & his late wife Judy of Falmouth. She is also lovingly survived by several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, friends, coworkers & extended family. Family & friends were invited to attend Visiting Hours on Wednesday, August 17th in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals in Revere. A Funeral will be conducted from the Funeral Home on Thursday, followed by a Funeral Mass in Blessed Mother of the Morning Star – St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Revere. Interment will follow in Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne. In lieu of flowers, rememO f Revere. Private Funeral Services & Entombment were held at the Holy Cross Cemetery – Community Mausoleum in Malden for George H. Frye, Jr. who died on Sunday, August 14th at the Whidden Memorial Hospital in Everett, following a long illness, he was 91 years old. George was born on April 2, 1931, to his late parents George H. Frye, Sr. & Sarah L. (Gibson) Frye. George was raised in Revere with his sister Gertrude. He was educated in Revere Public Schools and was a proud Alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1949. George enlisted in the United States Army during the Korean War in 1952. He courageously served his country, where he served overseas of one and one-half years and was honorably discharged on May 11, 1954. When George returned home, he became a carpenter. Through the years George mastered his craft and was a very talented and well sought-after Master Carpenter. George was married to the love of his life, Rosina (Leone) & the couple remained in Revere where together they raised their family. He retired at the age of 66 years old from Unigraphics. He was very active throughout his life. He played Ice Hockey in an adult league, He was an avid golfer, He was on bowling leagues, a card player with his friends and family. His passion was gardening, He was most proud of his plants and fl owers that he grew and maintained throughout the season. He will always be remembered to his family for his dry sense of humor and as a devoted Grandfather. He is the husband of 67 years to Rosina (Leone) Frye of Revere, the loving father of Georgia G. Caggiano & her husband Joseph of Revere, Gregory Frye of East Boston & the late Stebrances may be made to the “Little Ricky Foundation” c/o Ricky J. Freni, 37 Madison St., Revere, MA 02151. Ruth H. (Hansen) Golini O f Revere. Died on Saturday, August 13th at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, following a brief battle with small cell lung carcinoma, she was 70 Years old. Mary was born in Boston to her parents Robert P. Huxley, Sr. & Helen E. (Fitzgerald) Huxley. She was raised in the St. Matthews Parish section of Dorchester. She was an alumna of Cathedral High School, Class of 1970. Mary furthered her education by attending evening courses at Northeastern University. Mary’s working career began at Mellon Bank as a Procurement Specialist, for about 15 years, until taking a lateral position for Blue Cross & Blue Shield where she was still working. Mary met & married her husband James Tremblay and the couple settled in Revere over 30 years ago. She was a proud & loving mother & wife. Her family was always most important to her, and she loved being surrounded by them. Mary enjoyed traveling, gardening at her home and simply lounging around her pool. She was always up for family parties, where she got to enjoy her children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces & nephews. She is the beloved wife of 28 years to the late James P. Tremblay. Loving mother of Joseph R. Tremblay of Revere & Todd J. Tremblay & wife Leanne of Allentown, NH. Cherished grandmother of Thomas J., Shawn M. & Joshua T. Tremblay, all of Allentown, NH. Adored great grandmother of Isla & Delaney. TreaO f Revere. Died in her sleep, on Monday, August 8th at her residence, she was 57 years old. Victoria was born in Revere on O f Revere, on August 9, 2022. Daughter of the late Charles and Theresa (Donovan) Hansen. Beloved mother of Sandra R. Marsinelli and her wife Kim Elkins, Michael Golini, Paul Golini and his partner Lisa DiCostanzo and the late Patricia Golini. Dear sister of the late Dorothy Griffi n and aunt to many nieces and nephews. Cherished grandmother of David, Thomas, CJ, Lindsay, and the late Anthony. Great-grandmother of Isabella, Gianna, Giana, Zarya and Abraham. Also survived by her sister-in-law Doris Rideout and her wife Jane Rosenblatt, and many friends from the Jack Satter House. Ruth worked many years for the state of New Hampshire in the Health and Human Services Department. After retirement, Ruth enjoyed traveling, especially cruising. Ruth was always an animal lover and enjoyed spending the last fi fteen winters in Florida with her daughter breeding and showing Persian cats together. She was a voracious reader and movie lover of romance and crime stories. She was a member of the Jack Satter House knitting club. A memorial Visitation took November 14, 1964 to her parents, Margaret & Edward Skurski, Jr. She was the oldest of four children. She was raised and educated in Revere and was an alumna of Revere High School Class of 1982. Victoria also furthered her education by enrolling in North Shore Community College and studied various classes. Victoria’s proudest moments in her life, was when she was blessed being a mother to her two sons, James & Michael. Victoria had worked as a clerk in many area department stores in and around the Revere area. Victoria was forced to stop working due to her declining health. She will be forever remembered and loved by her family and friends. She is the loving mother of James V. Napoli & Michael A. Napoli both of Everett. The beloved daughter of Margaret (Twomey) Skurski of Revere and Edward J. Skurski, Jr. and his wife, Carol, of Marco Island, Florida. She is the cherished sister of Wendy Fernandes and her husband, Stephen, of Burlington, Kathleen Skurski of Revere and the late Edward J. Skurski, III. She is the dear aunt of William, Christian, Matthew & Ryan Lubanski and Alexander & Avery Fernandes. Also lovingly survived by several aunts, uncles & cousins. Family and friends were respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Wednesday, August 17th in the Vazza’s “Beechwood” Funeral Home Revere. A funeral was conducted on Thursday followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere. Interment followed in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. place at the Paul Buonfi glio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home, Revere on Wednesday August 17. In lieu of fl owers, please send a donation in Ruth’s name to The Cat House on the Kings – www. cathouseonthekings.com – one Ruth’s favorite charities. Victoria A. (Skurski) Napoli
Page 20 BEACON | FROM Page 18 wellness for residents; and creating an interim licensure level for licensed mental health counselors so that they can be reimbursed by insurance for their services and be eligible for state and federal grant and loan forgiveness programs. “Today I am pleased to sign legislation that expands access to behavioral health services, enhances our understanding of behavioral health challenges and takes steps to ensure our health care system treats mental health the same way we do physical health,” Gov. Baker said. “The COVID-19 pandemic underscored long-standing challenges in this area, which is why our administration has made signifi cant investments to increase access through our Behavioral Health Roadmap. The new law signed today will build on that work and affi rms the shared commitment of our administration, the Legislature and our health care community to better support our residents’ behavioral health needs.” “While Massachusetts has made great strides in expanding health coverage, many families still face barriers to accessing the care they need,” said Amy Rosenthal, executive director at Health Care for All. “This is especially true as the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated an already growing behavioral health crisis, especially among young adults and children. The bill also establishes enhanced reporting and monitoring of the behavioral health system and addresses the specifi c needs of children, adolescents and their families. We are pleased that residents will receive the essential care needed to help them thrive at home, in their workplace and in the community.” $11.3 BILLION TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE PACKAGE (H 5151) – The governor signed into law an $11.3 billion transportation and infrastructure package that includes $1.375 billion for Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) modernization and $1.27 billion for non-federally aided roads and bridges. Other provisions include $114 million for airport improvements; $25 million for municipal road pavement improvements; $20 million for municipalities under the Complete Streets Funding Program; $25.5 million for the Mobility Assistance Program; mandating the MBTA to establish a 3-year safety improvement plan with measurable safety objectives; and directing the MBTA to contract with an independent third-party auditor to conduct annual safety audits. Gov. Baker said the legislation supports signifi cant investments in the state’s roads, bridges, railways, transit agencies and environmental infrastructure, including investments made possible by the historic federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law enacted on November 15, 2021. He noted the legislation represents a crucial next step implementing critical infrastructure investments designed to modernize the state’s transportation network while supporting carbon reduction and resiliency goals. THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 toward our climate goals.” “This law builds on existing climate policy and accelerates our transition to local, clean energy, setting us on a course toward a sustainable, healthy future,” said Environmental League of Massachusetts Action Fund Executive Director Casey Bowers. “Recent heatwaves and drought conditions have made the immediate need to reduce emissions and protect vulnerable communities even clearer.” “This new law takes some great “Overall, this legislation represents a crucial next step implementing critical infrastructure investments designed to modernize the state’s transportation network while supporting carbon reduction and resiliency goal,” said Baker. “[It] also includes funding for initial implementation eff orts in support of new East-West passenger rail service. It will also enable us to increase clean energy eff orts, including the expansion of our electric vehicle charging infrastructure to facilitate long- distance travel and provide additional convenient charging options.” CLEAN ENERGY AND REDUCED EMISSIONS (H 5060) – Gov. Baker signed into law legislation that would expand the clean energy industry and reduce emissions from the transportation and building sectors across the state with the goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050. Baker said he signed the bill to ensure the Bay State retains its standing as a national leader in securing renewable energy. “However, because the Legislature rejected virtually every meaningful amendment I put forth, this bill does not have the same shared sense of purpose that all previous climate legislation embodied, which is unfortunate,” said Baker. “We all know the commonwealth faces signifi cant challenges in dealing with two existential threats—climate change and housing supply and affordability. This bill does not move Massachusetts in the right direction on housing. And the process by which many provisions in this bill are implemented will determine if this bill will make signifi cant progress steps on biomass and offshore wind, but it’s sorely lacking when it comes to environmental justice,” said Staci Rubin, Vice President of Environmental Justice at the Conservation Law Foundation. “For too long, these communities have been overburdened and overlooked when it comes to air quality, access to transit and toxic pollution. We need to put a much larger focus on protecting Environmental Justice neighborhoods and phasing out fossil fuels once and for all when the Legislature reconvenes.” Mass Audubon President David O’Neill said, “This new law will propel the commonwealth’s efforts to meet its climate goals by scaling up off shore wind, stepping on the accelerator for more clean cars and clean energy buildings and making sure we create equitable access to the green jobs of the future.” BENEFITS FOR MILITARY FAMILIES (S 3075) – Gov. Baker signed into law legislation that would support military families who relocate to the Bay State by providing career stability for the spouses of service members and education for their children. Provisions include making it easier for military personnel and their spouses who move to the Bay State to get a Massachusetts professional license, if their job requires one, so that they can continue their civilian careers and provide for their families without interruption; requiring the Commissioner of Education to issue a military spouse a valid certifi cate for teaching if he or she holds a valid teaching license from another state; allowing children of military members to register and enroll in a school district at the same time it is open to the general population by waiving the proof of residency requirement until the student actually begins school; creating a purple-star campus designation for certain schools that are military-kid friendly and show a major commitment to students and families connected to the nation’s military; and requiring that a child or spouse of an active-duty service member in Massachusetts continue to pay the in-state, less expensive tuition rate at state universities even if the service member is assigned to move out of the state. “The [measure] is a truly momentous bill and I am thrilled that the governor has signed it into law for our service members, veterans and military families,” said Sen. John Velis (D-Westfi eld), the Senate Chair of the Committee on Veterans and Federal Aff airs. “From supporting our military families in their transition to Massachusetts, to creating new benefi ts and services for veterans and National Guard members, this law will ensure that Massachusetts continues to lead the nation in taking care of our service members and their families.” “This is a historic bill,” said Major General Gary Keefe, Adjutant General of the Massachusetts National Guard. “This is most likely the most encompassing military and veterans bill passed in the commonwealth in the last century. This bill recognizes both the sacrifi ce of our military service members, as well as veterans and their families, and it establishes programs that will recruit and retain service members, attract future military missions and continue to provide for our growing veteran population. This bill will make it clear to every state in the republic that Massachusetts is unmatched in its care and support of its military members, veterans, and their families.” MARIJUANA LAWS (S 3096) – Gov. Baker signed into law a bill that makes changes in the cannabis industry including a section that would require the state to put some of its tax and licensing revenue from the sales of marijuana revenue into a newly created Social Equity Trust Fund to provide grants and loans, including forgivable and no-interest loans, designed to assist entrepreneurs and businesses from communities disproportionately harmed by the decades of marijuana prohibition. The measure would also allow municipalities to vote by a local referendum or through a vote of the municipal government for social consumption of marijuana to take place in their community. Supporters explained that opening an average cannabis retail shop can require up to $1.5 million. They noted that since federal cannabis laws prevent these businesses from accessing traditional bank loans, lack of capital can pose an insurmountable barrier. They noted that less than 20 (6 percent) of the 346 marijuana businesses are connected to participants in the Cannabis Control Commission’s current social equity program or economic empowerment entrepreneurs. “I am thrilled to see this legislation become law as we continue to build a budding and more equitable cannabis industry,” said Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Truro). “Under the new law, the Cannabis Control Commission can establish guardrails on host community agreements to make sure municipalities don’t extort cannabis enterprises. The technical adjustments in the law allow for communities to pursue social consumption sites if they wish. With the signing of [this bill], we better refl ect the intentions behind the voter referenda and assure an equitable and vibrant homegrown cannabis industry.” The vision of the drafters of the legalization initiative to address the harms of the war on cannabis is now more fully realized,” said Will Luzier, former campaign manager for the 2016 marijuana legalization campaign. “The pathways to participate in the cannabis industry for those harmed by the war on drugs are clearer and the prospect of social consumption is now reachable. Cities and towns that have skirted the law by overreaching host community agreements will now be properly policed.” $165.5 MILLION TO MODERNIZE THE STATE’S COURTHOUSE AND COURT TECHNOLOGY SYSTEM AND A CHANGE IN GUN LAWS (H 5163) – The governor signed into law a bill providing $165.5 million to modernize the state’s courthouses and technology system. The measure also includes a section dealing with state’s gun laws. Provisions include $95 million to allow courts to go digital; $35 million to ensure the safety of the courts’ employees and guests; and another $35 million for the technological modernization of court administrative operations. Another key provision included is in response to a recent New York Supreme Court decision in the New York State Rifl e and Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen that took away local police chiefs of signifi cant discretion about who is allowed to possess and carry a fi rearm. The provision amends Massachusetts law to bring gun licensing provisions into compliance with the court decision and to ensure that individuals seeking a license to carry are fi rst interviewed personally by their local police chief. “This bill authorizes up to $165.5 million in spending, which will enable the Judiciary to address information technology needs through future capital investment plans,” said Gov. Baker. “Specifi cally, this bill supports key investments that will enhance the virtual and physical security infrastructure of court facilities, increase the effi ciency of courts systems, modernize administrative processes, and improve court proceedings for the many stakeholders in our justice system.” BEACON | SEE Page 22
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Page 22 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 BEACON | FROM Page 20 “When courts do not have proper communication systems, let alone access to a reliable internet connection, it limits the Judiciary’s ability to serve the people,” said Rep. Mike Day (D-Stoneham), House Chair of the Judiciary Committee. “I am proud to have advanced this bill which promises to enhance the courts effi ciency. This will improve our residents’ access to justice by providing a more equitable approach to the law, In addition to this historic investment, we also take action to strengthen our gun safety measures, so the commonwealth can continue to be one of the safest places in America.” “The … bill makes a significant fi nancial investment in critical technology upgrades that are needed to help modernize our state’s court system,” said Rep. Todd Smola (R-Warren). “Providing for digital document management and the electronic fi ling of legal documents and signatures will help streamline administrative operations and ensure that the courts are more user-friendly, open and accessible to the public.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “I will try to explain this without slipping and falling.” ---Senate Ways and Means chair Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport) on the Senate fl oor while debating a measure requiring MDC skating rinks to remain open for the full rink season. “We are committed to supporting childcare providers across the commonwealth who have worked tirelessly to care for children and support Massachusetts’ families. We know that investments in early education and care settings are vital for children and families through providing high-quality early childhood education and out-of-school time programs in enriching and engaging settings.” ---Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito on The Baker administration awarding $3.9 million in Early Education and Out-of-School Time capital improvement grants to organizations to renovate childcare facilities that serve primarily low-income families. “The best ideas for clean energy often start at the local level. If we want to have cleaner air, healthier communities and a safer future for us and our children, we must transition to 100 percent renewable energy. These cities and towns are showing how to get it done.” --- Ben Hellerstein, state director for the Environment Massachusetts Research and Policy Center on the center’s report that Massachusetts’ cities and towns are taking action to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and transition to clean energy. “If Massachusetts is to remain a desirable place for individuals, families and businesses, then we need to confront the housing crisis together. This law is not a housing production mandate. It is all about setting the table for more transit-oriented housing in the years and decades ahead— which is not just good housing policy, but good climate and transportation policy, too.” --- Transportation Secretary Mike Kennealy releasing the final set of multi-family zoning rules that half of all municipalities in Massachusetts will soon have to meet if they want to preserve their access to important sources of state funding. 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 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. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 BUYER2 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS SELLER1 SELLER2 Alayon, Maria V Alayon, Benjamin J Prime Meridian LLC Bernier, Tyler J Ciruolo, Le zia Spezzano, Bri any R Flanagan, Kyle Au, Mar n ADDRESS 71 Malden St Flanagan, Rebecca S 116 Suff olk Ave Sim, Malica D 360 Revere Beach Blvd #411 DATE PRICE Revere 07.28.22 865000 07.28.22 527000 07.26.22 450000 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 period of August 8-12, the House met for a total of 23 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 51 minutes. Mon. Aug. 8 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:18 a.m. Senate 11:11 a.m. to 11:44 a.m. Tues. Aug. 9 No House session No Senate session Wed. Aug. 10 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Aug. 11 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. Senate 11:07 a.m. to 11:25 a.m. Fri. Aug. 12 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall. com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019.
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