THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 Page 7 Rep. Giannino will not run for First Suffolk and Middlesex Senate Seat S tate Representative Jessica Giannino recently announced that she will not seek the First Suff olk and Middlesex Senate Seat being vacated by current State Senator Joseph Boncore, who was appointed as the new CEO of MassBio. “First, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to my friend and colleague Senator Boncore on beginning this next chapter in his career as MassBio’s chief executive offi cer. He is uniquely qualifi ed for this position and I know that he’ll keep the industry’s focus where it belongs – rooted in patient advocacy as it develops new therapies & technologies to improve the quality of life for people not just in Massachusetts, but around the world. It has been a privilege to serve with him, both as a city councilor and now as state representative and I am grateful for his constant support of the city of Revere,” said Giannino. She further stated, “In light of this news, I am truly humbled by the many calls and messages asking me to run for the First Suff olk and Middlesex seat in an upcoming special election. While grateful for the support, I will not be a candidate to succeed Joe Boncore in the Senate. I love the job that I have – serving as state representative for the 16th Suff olk has been incredibly rewarding and I’m just getting started. In just the last seven months, I have built lasting relationships in the House with both new and veteran colleagues to help advance issues that the people of Revere, Chelsea and Saugus care deeply about and I believe that it is in the House that I will be able to best serve my constituents at this time … From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank all my supporters who have believed in me since day one, and who continue to stand behind me today. This is especially true for State Rep. Jessica Giannino is shown with State Sen. Joseph Boncore who will resign for a job in the private sector. both my father and grandmother, who have spent countless hours both guiding and mentoring me along this path. I look forward to continuing our work together and gearing up for my re-election campaign in 2022.” Promises Made, Promises Kept. • A new Point of Pines Fire Station that will provide a quicker response time to the Pines, Oak Island, lower Revere Street and the Boulevard. • A major cleaning of the Eastern County Ditch, replacing and relining several thousands feet of sewer drainage lines and rebuilding of the drainage pumps on Rice Avenue and Dunn Road. • Thousands of feet of decaying waterlines have been replaced, this will provide residents with cleaner household water and stronger water pressure to fire hydrants in the event of a fire. • Worked to ensure the demolition of the dangerous buildings on the Wonderland property. After a meeting with the Department of Environmental Protection, the asbestos abatement began, and the buildings were demolished within six months. • A new sewerage pump station on the Lynnway, that has replaced the old station which malfunctioned for years. Re-Elect John F. Powers Ward 5 City Councilor On Tuesday, Sept. 14th Keep Your Full Time City Councilor working for you. Paid Political Advertisement Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
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