THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 Page 21 URGE NO VOTE | FROM Page 3 the more they join NO on 5,” said Chris Keohan, spokesperson for the Committee to Protect Tips. “When mayors walk into a restaurant in their community, servers and bartenders are letting them know directly that there is overwhelming opposition among the staff , management and owners of neighborhood restaurants across the state. The reason is simple… this will lower tipped employee take home pay, skyrocket costs to restaurants and dramatically increase prices to patrons resulting in fewer jobs and closured businesses.” Endorsing Mayors include: (Alphabetical by last name) Melinda Barrett — Haverhill Gary Christensen — Malden Christian Dumais — Marlborough Robert Hedlund — Weymouth Patrick Keefe — Revere Nicole LaChapelle — Easthampton Michael Nicholson — Gardner Neil Perry — Methuen Joe Petty — Worcester SUDHI | FROM Page 16 history of supporting our community members who are struggling with opioid and substance use and these funds will help move that work forward.” “Our team is working hard to change the conversation around opioid use,” said Revere’s Chief of Public Health, Lauren Buck. “The Opioid Abatement Funds are a great opportunity to provide innovative programs to our community and we hope over the next few years to make lasting changes that help people stay alive and recover.” Stomp out the Stigma The SUDHI Office will host an event called Stomp out the Stigma on Saturday, September 14, 2024. The event will take place on the City Hall and American Legion Lawns starting at 2:00 p.m. It will include speakers, resource tables and a free bar-b-que. HYM | FROM Page 20 Lifestyle, Power & Neighborhood Shopping Centers and has completed hundreds of retail leasing transactions throughout New England. BLACKLINE’S local and regional market knowledge and range of skills include ground up leasing, lease negotiation, site planning & place making, and tenant mix advisory services, which includes strong local prospecting. Visit www.blacklinere.com or call 617.553.1820 for more information. port ham Sean Reardon — NewburyCharlie Sisitsky — FramingRobert Sullivan — Brockton “The restaurant industry is a cornerstone of our local economy, providing jobs and generating tax revenue. This ballot question would disrupt the system that currently works for servers, bartenders, and business owners who have said time and time again that they want to keep it the way it is. Vote No on 5 for the future of Haverhill and communities across the Commonwealth.” — Melinda Barrett, Haverhill “This out-of-state ballot initiative is an approach that does not work for Massachusetts. Our tipping system has proven to Aging in Place? AmeriGlide offers affordable stair lifts to keep you safe on the stairs. Regain your independence Eliminate the risk of falls on the stairs Access all levels of your home CALL NOW TO ON ANY STAIR LIFT! SAVE $200 1-844-237-6716 Discount Tree Service 781-269-0914 Humane Removal Service COMMONWEALTH WILDLIFE CONTROL ANIMAL & BIRD REMOVAL INCLUDING RODENTS CALL 617-285-0023 Call today and r FREE SHOWER PLUS $1600 OFF 1-844-609-1066 With purchase of a new Safe Step Walk-In Tub. Not applicable with any previous walk-in tub purchase. Offer available while supplies last. No cash value. Must present offer at time of purchase. 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The passing of this ballot question will create irreversible economic damages within each and every community in Massachusetts.” — Neil Perry, Methuen “I’m supporting the overwhelming majority of servers and bartenders who oppose Question 5 because it will reduce their wages while forcing many restaurants to raise prices. Higher prices and lower wages while we are still struggling with infl ation is not what we need in Massachusetts.” — Joe Petty, Worcester “Nobody knows the Massachusetts tipping system better than the bartenders, servers, and owners themselves. I worked in restaurants for over 30 years, and it was an occupation that kept my family in our home and food on our table. This could cripple restaurants in the Commonwealth, and particularly my City of Newburyport. To prevent excess, unnecessary fi nancial burdens, it is of utmost importance to vote NO this November.” — Sean Reardon, Newburyport For more information about the campaign, please visit www. protecttips.org. ~ School Bus Drivers Wanted ~ 7D Licensed School Bus Drivers Malden Trans is looking for reliable drivers for the new school year. We provide ongoing training and support for licensing requirements. Applicant preferably lives local (Malden, Everett, Revere). Part-time positions available and based on AM & PM school hours....15-30 hours per week. Good driver history from Registry a MUST! If interested, please call David @ 781-322-9401. 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