CELEBRATING 30 YEARS AS REVERE’S LOCAL NEWSPAPER! Vol.30, No.40 -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Free Every Friday State, city partner to bring Revere Beach meter issue to an end By Adam Swift L ess than a year after it fi rst came on the radar as the hottest of hot-button issues in Revere, the parking meters along Revere Beach look like 781-286-8500 Friday, October 8, 2021 Hundreds of families attend Revere Touch-A-Truck they will be gone for good. Last Monday, State Representatives Jessica Giannino and Jeff Turco announced recently passed state legislation that would require a City Council vote to allow any parking meters along Revere Beach. Monday night, the City Council unanimously voted to not allow meters along the beach in perpetuity. “Today is a victory for the people of Revere and Winthrop,” said Turco. “The meters will come down from Revere Beach and they will not go up in Winthrop.” The Department of Conservation & Recreation’s installation of parking meters along Revere Beach Boulevard in the spring triggered protests and several changes in the initial plans JESSICA GIANNINO State Representative PARKING | SEE Page 15 Visconti addresses Quality Inn rumors By Adam Swift M aybe Facebook being down for six hours last Monday helped quell some of the rumors about the Quality Inn and the City of Boston’s plans to house homeless people at the Route 1 building. If it didn’t, Councillor-at-Large Gerry Visconti wanted to make sure he set the record straight at last Monday night’s City Council meeting. About two weeks ago, Mayor Brian Arrigo and the city HOUSING | SEE Page 15 Firefi ghter Kenneth Moore is shown with Junior Firefi ghter Raphael Weinberg, 3, during the Revere Touch-A-Truck event last Saturday at Suff olk Downs. See page 14 for photo highlights. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR THE LOCAL ELECTION THE CITY OF REVERE, MASSACHUSETTS ELECTION DEPARTMENT 281 BROADWAY REVERE, MA 02151 THE LOCAL ELECTION IS ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2021. 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 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2021, AT 8:00 P.M. THE PLEASANT STREET ENTRANCE TO REVERE CITY HALL IS HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE. ONLINE VOTER REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE AT https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr . GERRY VISCONTI COUNCILLOR-AT-LARGE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT THE ELECTION DEPARTMENT AT (781) 286-8200. LA FECHA LÍMITE PARA REGISTRARSE PARA LA ELECCIÓN LOCAL LA CIUDAD DE REVERE, MASSACHUSETTS EL DEPARTAMENTO DE ELECCIONES 281 BROADWAY REVERE, MA 02151 LA ELECCIÓN LOCAL ES MARTES, 2 DE NOVIEMBRE DE 2021. 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 MIÉRCOLES, 13 DE OCTUBRE DE 2021 A LAS 8:00 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.
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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Page 3 ~ POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ Anthony D’Ambrosio announces candidacy for Massachusetts State Senate M y name is Anthony D’Ambrosio, and I ask for your vote in the Special Election of December 14th to represent you and the 1st Suff olk and Middlesex District in the Massachusetts State Senate. Encompassing Revere, Winthrop, East Boston, the North End, Chinatown, and parts of Cambridge, our Senate District is one of the largest and most diverse in the Commonwealth. Whether we’ve lived here all our lives or arrived just yesterday, all 188,000 of us were drawn to the many opportunities that this District provides. For me and my family, these opportunities have included life-changing education, good jobs, and a welcoming place to call home. I have deep roots in our community. My paternal grandparents immigrated to East Boston in 1972 and later started a successful landscaping business, Revere Gardens Company, which serviced the local area. My maternal grandparents immigrated to the US in 1968 and have lived in Winthrop. My mother, aunt and uncle are all proud Winthrop High School graduates. My father, also an immigrant to the US, attended both East Boston and Revere public schools. Today, he operates a community law offi ce in Revere. I have spent years in the District, living primarily in Revere but frequently visiting family in Winthrop, East Boston, and the North End. I stand on the shoulders of my grandparents and parents, who came to this country from Southern Italy with literally the clothes on their backs and have given me the privilege to run for Senate today. As an adult, after graduating from Yale University and the University of Cambridge in England, I returned to Revere and began working as a fi nancial analyst in the technology industry. My job gave me a front row view of the ways in which technology is radically transforming our economy. With a job at the intersection of fi nance and technology, I wanted to ensure that future generations of students are likewise prepared for the 21st century economy. That is why I ran for the Revere School Committee and why I am now running for Senate. I hope to give back to my community and bring a new, outsider’s perspective to the State House. The Covid-19 pandemic disrupted our community in virtually every way imaginable. It laid and Cambridge public schools have also struggled with mental health issues over the past year. These situations are unacceptable. We need to immediately allocate federal relief funds to help our children TODAY, not in two or three years when the damage cannot be repaired. While the old ways of Beacon Hill are still prevalent, we need new, modern ways of examining our problems and planning for the future. We are at a pivotal moment ANTHONY D’AMBROSIO bare all our society’s vulnerabilities and inequities, as well as the ways in which our leaders are failing in their obligations to Massachusetts residents. Like so many others, I watched loved ones be hospitalized with Covid-19. One of the most painful periods of my life was watching my father struggle to breathe while hospitalized despite supplemental oxygen and incredible medical care. Even with the progress Massachusetts has made in containing the virus, the fear and pain of losing loved ones or seeing them suff er has still not dissipated for my family and countless other families in our community. As a member of the Revere School Committee, I took calls over the last eighteen months from dozens of Revere parents who had to make the extraordinarily diffi cult decision to quit their jobs to provide care and educational support to their suddenly homebound children. This decision meant sacrifi cing half or even the entirety of their household incomes. I similarly heard students describe falling months behind in their schoolwork because they did not have access to consistent, reliable Internet, despite living just a few miles away from some of the top research universities in the world. This inequity, among others, inspired me to lead the creation of an Equity Advisory Board in Revere that will work to eliminate educational disparities. Additionally, I pushed for increased mental health services for children in Revere Public Schools. Through my research and conversations with city leaders across the District, I know that similar numbers of students in Winthrop, Boston, where we can not only recover to a pre-pandemic normal, but also rebuild in a way that prepares our residents—and especially our children—for the challenges and promises of the 21st century. 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Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 TND, city officials join Polito to announce tax credit allocations By Adam Swift W ith the new The Neighborhood Developers (TND) aff ordable housing development at 571 Revere St. in the background, state offi cials announced the 2021 Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) program allocations to 53 community development corporations (CDCs) and Community Service Organizations (CSOs) from across Massachusetts. TND received $200,000 of the $9.7 Local CDC members are shown last Tuesday with Mayor Brian Arrigo, Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito, Housing and Community Development Secretary Michael Kennealy, State Representative Jessica Giannino and State Representative Jeff rey Turco and other state and local offi cials. (Courtesy Photos) JESSICA GIANNINO State Representative BRIAN ARRIGO Mayor million allocated by the BakerPolito Administration. Lt. Governor Karyn Polito and Housing and Economic Development Secretary Michael Kennealy were joined by local offi - cials, including Mayor Brian Arrigo and State Representatives Jessica Giannino and Jeff rey Turco, last Tuesday to make the announcement. “The Commonwealth’s Community Development Corporations are leaders on the ground, creating tailored programing to fi ll gaps in their own neighborhoods, with fi nancial literacy programs, small business support, fi rst-time homebuyer education and youth services,” said Polito. “Over the past year, CDCs were also vital partners in our statewide response to COVID-19, responding to local needs with direct aid and services, and we are pleased to support our partners at CDCs across Massachusetts.” Arrigo noted that the land where the new TND complex sits on Revere Street was once the home of local dive bar The Crow, which may have been a little too authentic for some of his fellow State House workers when he invited them on a pub crawl in Revere about 15 years ago. “From my extensive experience with TND and [director] Rafael [Mare]’s leadership, I trust that these credits, combined with Community Development Block Grant funds recently awarded by my Offi ce of Planning and Community Development, will go a long way towards meeting the needs of our hardworking families,” said Arrigo. “Together we can create solutions to the housing crisis that create transformational benefi ts for all of us. These partnerships are not only helpful – they are absolutely neces
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Page 5 Plans outlining their development strategies and goals. The credits are then off ered by recipient CDCs in exchange for qualified donations, incentivizing the investments required to sustain the work of these organizations. Since the inception of the program in 2014, the Department of Housing and Community Development has allocated more than $42 million of these tax credits, yielding nearly $75 million in new investment for CDCs. KARYN POLITO Lt. Gov. Kennealy said Massachusetts CDCs have been ringing the alarm on the housing crisis crease their fundraising, and in turn make greater investments in our communities to improve housing, provide assistance to small businesses and enable neighborhoods to thrive.” Giannino said she is grateful for the partnership between TND and the City of Revere. “This past year has put a fi nancial strain on many, especially our community’s low- and moderate-income households,” she said. “This funding will help to provide new economic opportunities to these households, which will overall strengthen our City of Revere.” Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? MICHAEL KENNEALY Community Development Secretary sary to yielding progress for our communities. Thank you, Lieutenant Governor Polito, Secretary Kennealy, our state delegation and the folks at TND and MACDC [Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations] for this collaborative eff ort.” The CITC program allocates tax credits to CDCs that have adopted Community Investment JEFFREY TURCO State Representative for many years and have been building high-quality, affordable rental and homeownership opportunities to meet local demand. “Throughout the pandemic, they have also been invaluable resources for our small businesses, especially those owned by people of color and serving disadvantaged communities,” said Kennealy. “The CITC Program enables CDCs to inTurco said the tax credit program is helping the Commonwealth address the critical need If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 To Do: Take a Vacation Replace Windows Pay Tuition for low- and moderate-income housing at a time when the cost of housing continues to dramatically rise. “We are thrilled to be one of the lucky 53 CDCs to benefit from the generosity of CITC donors invested in creating more aff ordable homes, well-paying jobs and more local leaders contributing to promoting equity and racial justice in their communities,” said Mares. “These partnerships have the greatest impact in local communities like Chelsea and Revere.” Done: Members Plus Home Equity Line 3.25% APR* No Closing Costs 12-Year Draw Use Your Home for The CASH You Need – Today! Apply FAST at memberspluscu.org MEDFORD NORWOOD DORCHESTER EVERETT PLYMOUTH *APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Rate subject to change without notice. Variable rate based on Prime Rate as published by the Wall Street Journal. As of August 15, 2021, the Prime Rate is 3.25%. 12-year draw, 8-year repayment. Best rate requires a new HELOC application, loan-to-value (LTV) of 80% or less and strong creditworthiness. Properties held in trust may require additional fees. Early termination fee of $400 applies for lines of credit closed within first 36 months. Requires property insurance. NMLS #472281
Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Revere resident files lawsuit alleging civil rights violation By Christopher Roberson A manda Ortiz, 23, of Revere has fi led a lawsuit against Police Offi cer Marc Birritteri, the Revere Police Department and the City of Revere alleging that her civil rights were violated. In his Complaint, Attorney Andrew Burger, counsel for Ortiz, said his client was on her way home from work at approximately 9 p.m. on December 10, 2020. At that time, he said, Ortiz was rear-ended on Route 16 by an intoxicated driver. The other driver, later identifi ed as Pedro Montiel, put on his hazard lights as if to pull over; however, he proceeded to drive away. Ortiz then called 911 and followed Montiel, who ultimately stopped at a gas station. A short time later, Birritteri arrived at the scene and “immediately smelled alcohol” upon getting out of his vehicle. Burger said police quickly learned that Montiel had a pending OUI charge and was driving with a suspended driver’s license. Montiel was arrested after refusing fi eld sobriety tests and a breathalyzer. Birritteri then told Ortiz that she would also be placed under arrest. Although Ortiz insisted on getting a breathalyzer, Birritteri said she could get one at the police station. “Offi cer Birritteri then proceeded to conduct several fi eld sobriety tests that were not approved by the National Highway Traffi c Safety Administration (NHTSA),” said Burger. Birritteri had Ortiz count backward from 30 to 12, which she did. Yet, Birritteri wrote in his report that she “did not stop at twelve and paused to think.” The next test was to recite the alphabet. By that time, Ortiz, whose fi rst language is Spanish, was recording the incident on her phone. “On video Offi cer Birritteri asks the Plaintiff to recite the alphabet and stop at ‘X,’” said Burger. “The Plaintiff recited the alphabet, and stopped at the letter ‘S,’ confusing the linguistics of the instruction from Offi cer Birritteri. Offi cer Birritteri disrespectfully replied, ‘It’s Q-R-S-T-U-V-W-X,’ and then demanded the Plaintiff put her cell phone down on the police cruiser and led her away from the vehicle. The Plaintiff felt that she was being racially discriminated against as the tests for her sobriety were related to English fl uency.” After Ortiz completed the Walk and Turn and One-Legged Stand Tests, Birritteri attempted to have Ortiz’s vehicle towed. When Ortiz demanded an explanation, Birritteri replied, “I just gave you a fi eld sobriety test, you failed. Now you’re interfering with police. Turn around you’re under arrest. Turn around, stop resisting.” “Offi cer Birritteri then proceeded to violently search the Plaintiff ’s car, ripping off the electrical box, tearing through every inch of the car,” said Burger. “No contraband or evidence of crime was found as a result of the search.” After Ortiz arrived at the police station, Officer Sean Matthews gave her a breathalyzer test and did not fi nd any alcohol in her system. However, Birritteri still turned the negative result against Ortiz. “Offi cer Matthews did state that it is common for people that are on narcotics, when their adrenaline gets pumping, the eff ects of the drugs go away,” Birritteri said in his report. “Please note, there was a length of time that had passed before Offi cer Matthews had talked to Amanda.” Burger said his client was ultimately charged with OUI Drugs, Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Interfering with a Police Officer, Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest. “Offi cer Birritteri would not release the Plaintiff for several hours and made her sit without a jacket in a holding cell,” said Burger. Ortiz was released at 1 a.m. and was ordered to appear in court seven hours later. “Offi cer Birritteri held the Plaintiff in custody for approximately three hours even though multiple members of her family were at the police station with money for her bail,” said Burger. The following day, Ortiz had bloodwork done at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, which showed no trace of drugs or alcohol. The charges against Ortiz were dropped three days later. As a result of her ordeal, Ortiz decided to seek legal recourse. Under Count One, Ortiz is claiming False Arrest/Unlawful Detention 74. “Offi cer Birritteri told the Plaintiff she would be arrested before conducting any fi eld sobriety tests,” said Burger. “Offi cer Birritteri refused to administer a breathalyzer to the Plaintiff after she had requested one to prove her sobriety.” Under Count Two, Ortiz is claiming Unlawful Search and Seizure. “Offi cer Birritteri had his hand on the driver side door and was going to enter the Plaintiff ’s car without her permission,” said Burger. “The Plaintiff demanded an explanation before Officer Birritteri entered her car. Offi cer Birritteri responded by arresting and searching the Plaintiff ’s vehicle without probable cause or a search warrant.” Under Count Three, Ortiz is claiming Malicious Prosecution. “Offi cer Birritteri refused to conduct a breathalyzer because he knew it could exonerate the Plaintiff ,” said Burger. “Offi cer Birritteri did not conduct the horizontal gaze nystagmus test which is supported by the NHTSA and the most scientifi cally reliable.” Under Count Four, Ortiz is claiming Failure To Train. “The Plaintiff has a Fourth Amendment right against false arrest, unlawful search and seizure and malicious prosecution,” said Burger. “The inadequate training of Offi cer Birritteri led to the violation of the Plaintiff ’s rights which are federally protected. In addition to a judgement on the four counts, Burger said his client is requesting “compensatory damages for the harm suff ered as a result of the Defendant’s wrongful conduct” and “punitive damages for the Defendant’s malice intent.” At presstime, neither Birritteri nor his attorney could be reached for comment. Board of Health says no to smoking bars By Adam Swift D 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. espite the warm feelings for local restaurant owner Saber Abougalala, the Board of Health voted down a potential change in the city’s smoking regulations allowing for smoking and hookah bars in Revere. In August, Abougalala’s attorney approached the Board of Health about a change in the regulations that would allow three permits for smoking or hookah bars in Revere. He said Abougalala, owner of the Good Diner on Broadway, wanted to open a hookah lounge on Winthrop Avenue. At Tuesday night’s public hearing, a number of residents spoke in favor of allowing hookah lounges, highlighting the cultural importance of hookah lounges to many Middle Eastern cultures. Many also spoke about Abougalala’s role as a community leader. “Hookah smoking is culturally accepted across the world and is something that will add to the city,” said Councillor-at-Large George Rotondo, who also pointed to the many times Abougalala has stepped up to help those in need in the community. “A hookah bar is a safe place for people to relax and enjoy each other’s company in a group atmosphere,” said Abougalala’s attorney, Chris Cridler. “Those of us raised in Western cultures – it’s somewhat akin to going out to a bar or going out to watch a football or baseball game. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Page 7 D’Ambrosio announces senior campaign staff C andidate for State Senator Anthony D’Ambrosio hired seasoned political veterans Sydney Rachael Levin-Epstein as Campaign Manager, Lisa Stevens-Goodnight as Field Director and Maura McCarthy as SpeSMOKING | FROM Page 6 some communal and social experience.” Revere resident David Riccio, who owned a cigar bar in Boston for 30 years, said he supports allowing permits for smoking bars in Revere. “I recently sold my business and want to open a new cigar lounge in Revere, which I think is a world-class city,” said Riccio. If the smoking permits were voted down, Riccio said, customers and businesses would go to nearby communities where they are allowed. While no one questioned Abougalala’s commitment to the city, several people spoke against the amendment, noting the dangers of smoking hookah, and also that the approval of the amendment should not hinge on the character of one percial Assistant. “We are thrilled to announce that we are welcoming some of the strongest grassroots political advocates in Massachusetts to the D’Ambrosio team,” said D’Ambrosio. “They are experienced and commitson when three permits could be in play. “Everyone has talked about this gentleman, who is wonderful, but we don’t know the other folks who might come into this equation,” said Cheryl Sbarra of the Massachusetts Association of Health Boards. “We know this gentleman is upstanding and wants to do the right thing, but trying to create a variance for him is diff erent from amending a regulation.” The Board of Health was presented with a letter from 93 students from Revere High School’s Youth Health Leadership Council and the Power of Know Club opposing smoking bars in the city. The Board of Health voted 2-1 against allowing the smoking bars and hookah lounges, with Chair Nathalee Kong and Member Nezha Louaddi voting no, and Member Craig Castanza votted to our victory.” Levin-Epstein was the Deputy National Finance Director for Senator Ed Markey, where she helped secure $10M in funding CANDIDATE | SEE Page 15 ing to allow the change in regulations. All three members noted that it was a diffi cult decision. “It sounds like Saber is an outstanding gentleman and he has done so much for the city of Revere,” said Kong. “Unfortunately, I can’t amend a law based on one person’s personality. I have to look at it from all aspects.” Louaddi noted the adverse health eff ects of smoking hookah in casting her no vote. “We thank the Revere Board of Health for saying no to smoking bars in our community,” said Elni Lopez de Jesus, a student at RHS and a member of the Youth Health Leadership Council. “We are already inundated with vapes. We don’t need another business profi ting from addiction. We are young and need to grow up in a healthy community. Thank you for taking our voice into account." SAVINGS NOW & DOWN THE ROAD! Auto Loans as low as 1.99% PURCHASE or REFINANCE Apply FAST at massbaycu.org or call (617) 269-2700 APR* DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash for Your Vehicle! RIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT $$ CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! $$ Get your vehicle Winter Ready! We offer a Winter Inspection Service that includes: • Oil Filter Change • Anti-Freeze Check • Complete Safety Check Only $39.95 2012 KIA SPORTAGE All Wheel Drive, Most Power Options, Runs Great, Only 95K Miles, Warranty! TRADES WELCOME! $11,900 Financing Available! 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com (Most vehicles) 2010 NISSAN ALTIMA Loaded, Leather Interior, Just Serviced, Warranty, Runs Beautiful, Only 160K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! (781) 321-8841 • (617) 571-9869 Easy For Your Vehicle! $5,995 We Pay Cash AUTOTECH SOUTH BOSTON – EVERETT – QUINCY – SEAPORT *APR=Annual Percentage Rate. APR includes a .25% discount for automatic payments. 1.99% APR is for terms up to 48 months. Monthly payment is $21.69 per $1,000 borrowed. 2.24% APR without automatic payments. Monthly payment without automatic payments is $21.80 per $1,000 borrowed. Other rates and terms are available. Up to 105% financing based on NADA retail value. Qualification restrictions apply. Rate, term, and approval based on credit worthiness. Rates are subject to change without notice. Federally insured by NCUA Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Happy Columbus Day State Representative Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky School Board Member Carol Tye Councillor-at-Large George Rotondo Candidate for Ward 3 Councillor Al Terminiello Mayor Brian Arrigo & The Citizens of Revere Council President Anthony Zambuto Ward 5 Councillor John Powers Councillor-at-Large Silvestri Candidate for Marc School Board Member Susan Gravellese School Board Member Michael Ferrante
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Page 9 Happy Columbus Day Auguri ai miei paesani. Celebrare il nostro patrimonio italiano. Buona fortuna a tutti! ANTHONY D’AMBROSIO Candidate for State Senate Paid political advertisement Ward 4 Councillor Council Vice-President Patrick Keefe, Jr. & Family Revere residents competing in the Boston Marathon Name Aliza Anderson Chelsea Bishop Sarah Baddeley Kevin Kelly Anayo Osueke Lauren Kelley Carmen Sargent Robert Siciliano Age 26 29 33 40 40 42 50 53 Gerry Visconti & Family
Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Bill Guinasso is October’s Public Servant of the Month Q: What do you do in the City? A: I work as the City’s Construction Oversite Manager in the Department of Public Works. As part of my job, I work closely with outside contractors to ensure that we are getting a properly fi nished product for road construction, landscaping, and other miscellaneous projects throughout the city. However, when the pandemic hit, it was suddenly clear I needed to help in a diff erent capacity. That’s when I started working at the food distribution events and started keeping inventory of PPE for all city departments. Q: What did you do throughout the pandemic? A: I am in charge of keeping inventory and distribution of PPE to all city departments. I volunteered at various food distribution eff orts for the city and I am part of the Revere Covid-19 Community Response Network team. Q: What is your favorite part about working in the city? A: My favorite part about working for the city is making a diff erence daily. Q: When did you start working in Revere? Bill Guinasso is pictured with his wife, Christine, son, AJ, and daughter, Emily. A: My family and I are proud, lifelong residents of Revere for three generations. I started working for the city in November 2018 – three years later, I have learned so much about our community and municipal government. Q: What does public service mean to you? A: Public service to me is trying to make a diff erence in the quality of life and quality of services off ered to the residents. Q: What are you excited about for the future of Revere? A: I am excited about the direction that the city is going and growing. Seeing the changes in the city from when I was younger to now is amazing. I am excited to be part of what’s next! Public Notice City of Revere, MA Approved Loan Order $175,000 – DPW Backhoe Bonds ORDERED: That $175,000 is appropriated to pay costs of purchasing a backhoe for the Department of Public Works, including the payment of all costs incidental and related thereto; that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to borrow said amount under and pursuant to Chapter 44, Section 7(I) of the General Laws, or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City therefor. FURTHER ORDERED: That any premium received by the City upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this order, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this order in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. FURTHER ORDERED: That the Treasurer is authorized Commonwealth of Massachusetts (the “Commonwealth” ) to qualify under Chapter 44A of the General Laws any and all bonds of the City authorized to be borrowed pursuant to this loan order, and to provide such information and monwealth may require in connection therewith. In City Council September 27, 2021 ORDERED on a Roll Call: Councillors Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rotondo, Serino, Visconti, and Council President Zambuto voting “YES”. Attest: Ashley E. Melnik, City Clerk Approved by: Mayor Brian M. Arrigo Date: September 30, 2021 October 8, 2021
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Page 11 GREATER BOSTON LEAGUE NOTEBOOK: Everett field hockey takes big win over Malden in battle of coed teams to stay unbeaten in GBL Everett Football back in action at home tonight vs. Lynn Classical, 6:00. Revere girls volleyball wins three in row, including big one over Everett, improves to 7-6 overall By Steve Freker E verett fi eld hockey rolled to a 5-3 win over host Malden on Wednesday led by a four-goal scoring performance from Robert Driscoll. Driscoll scored early and often for the Crimson Tide, breaking three tie games with goals, including a score early in the second half which gave Everett the lead for good after the two teams had battled to a 3-3 tie. Adam Marshall also scored his fi rst goal of the season for Everett. Omar Marshall was solid all game for the Tide, dominating action at times on both ends of the fi eld. Everett stayed atop the GBL unbeaten in league play with the victory, at 4-0-1. Malden went to 2-4-1 with the loss overall. **** Everett Football back in action tonight at home vs. Lynn Classical, 6:00 kickoff HOCKEY | SEE Page 16 Everett High fi eld hockey sits atop the Greater Boston League unbeaten at 4-0-1. (Steve Freker Photo)
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Patriots stage comeback win against Bulldogs A By Greg Phipps fter two convincing wins in their two previous games, the Revere Patriots found themselves facing adversity, down by two touchdowns at halftime against the Lynn English Bulldogs last Friday night, Oct. 1, in their football clash at the Manning Bowl in Lynn. It was the third consecutive road game 21-yard fi eld goal in the extra session to help Revere emerge with a 17-14 triumph. The victory improved the Patriots to 3-1 on the season. Public Hearing Notice City of Revere, MA Proposed Loan Order Notice is hereby given that the Revere City Council will conduct a public hearing on Monday evening, October 25, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber, Revere City Hall, 281 Broadway, Revere, MA 02151 relative to the following proposed loan order: That $300,000 is appropriated to pay costs of program lated thereto; that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to borrow said amount under and pursuant to M.G.L. c.44, §7(1) or §8(14), or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City therefor; that the Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to borrow all or a portion of such amount from the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the “Authority”) pursuant to program and in connection therewith to enter into a loan Authority and otherwise to contract with the Authority with respect to such loan and for any grants or aid available for is authorized to accept and expend any grants or aid avail shall be reduced by the amount of any such grants or aid received. That any premium received by the City upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this order, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this order in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. chusetts (the “Commonwealth”) to qualify under Chapter 44A of the General Laws any and all bonds of the City authorized to be borrowed pursuant to this loan order, and to provide such information and execute such documents nection therewith. A copy of the aforementioned proposed loan order is the City Clerk, Revere City Hall, Revere, Massachusetts 02151, Monday through Thursday from 8:15 A.M. to 5:00 Attest: Ashley E. Melnik City Clerk October 8, 2021 Campuses in Chelsea, Peabody and Longmeadow www.chelseajewish.org • 617.887.0826 Are your home supports getting unreliable? We have NEW memory care apartments. Don’t get on a waiting list. We can help youNOW!* i li bl ? On the other side, the Bulldogs turned out to be much tougher than their winless record indicated coming in. They surprised Revere by taking advantage of some Patriots mistakes and putting together two solid scoring drives and a twopoint conversion to forge ahead 14-0 after the fi rst two quarters. The Patriots came to life in the WILMER RODRIGUEZ Kicked 21-yard fi eld goal for the win. (Advocate fi le photo) for the Patriots, who produced a dramatic comeback by scoring 14 unanswered points in the second half to send the contest into overtime. That then set the stage for kicker Wilmer Rodriguez, who knocked through a third period, ignited by a short touchdown run from quarterback Anwar Marbouh. The successful extra-point kick by Rodriguez brought the visitors within 14-7. Rodriguez had himself a memorable night, as he was also the recipient of a 13-yard TD pass from Marbouh in the fourth quarter. Rodriguez’s subsequent PAT kick evened the contest and eventually sent the game into ANWAR MARBOUH Pat’s Quaterback the extra period. All told, Rodriguez scored all but six of Revere's points on the night. Revere Head Coach Lou CiPATRIOTS | FROM Page 19 Florence & Chafetz Memory Care Apartments *BOOKYOUR ONE-ON-ONE APPOINTMENT TODAY. Call Jen Fazekas 617.887.0926 Or email jfazekas@chelseajewish.org
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Page 13 Mystic Valley Regional Charter School 2021 MCAS Results Grade 3-8 ELA % of Students Exceeding+ Rank Among Meeting Expectations MVRCS Everett Malden Medford Melrose Stoneham Wakefield State 65 24 41 45 63 55 53 46 Sending Districts 1 7 6 5 2 3 4 -43 338 256 214 63 121 133 -In Grade 3-8 ELA, MVRCS ranks among the top 12% in all of Massachusetts Grade 3-8 Math % of Students Exceeding+ Rank Among Meeting Expectations MVRCS Everett Malden Medford Melrose Stoneham Wakefield State 57 14 24 26 52 40 39 33 Sending Districts 1 7 6 5 2 3 4 -33 338 256 214 48 130 133 -In Grade 3-8 Math, MVRCS ranks among the top 10% in all of Massachusetts. Faithful to its Charter and Mission State Ranking State Ranking
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Hundreds of families attend Revere Touch-A-Truck Revere Police Offi cer Gerry Salvati, Police Sgt. Joseph Internicola, Luke Sebel, Kai Sebel, 2, and Police Offi cer David Wilson are shown in front of the North Metro SWAT truck. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Water and Sewer Billing Dept. Special Asst. Kori O’Hara gives a sewer safety pamphlet to Karin, Salma, 2, and Saeed Avida. Jennifer, Scott, Scarlett, 2, and Lucas Arcuri, a newborn, are pictured in front of a bulldozer. Grandparents Dottie/Charles “Skip,” mother Mariana and Emilia Marcella, 5, climbed onto a John Deere tractor during last Saturday’s Touch-A-Truck event at Suff olk Downs. Inside an excavator roller bucket is Nicholas, 3, and his father, John Hollerbach. Firefi ghter Kenneth Moore shows Caden, 1, and Daniel Mahoney how to use a hose. Brett Cooley and Finn, 3, are pictured in the driver’s seat. Bodhi Lanzilli, 3, inside a 30-ton rock truck Aveer, 5, Deven, 2, and their father, Rohit Gupta, all fi t inside a bulldozer. Katie Noddin, Lorenzo, 3, and Michael Soulios are pictured in front of a Suff olk Downs water truck.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Page 15 PARKING | FROM Page 1 for the meters. However, even a single meter along America’s oldest public beach has been a meter too many for most city offi cials and residents. Turco appeared before the City Council on Monday night to verify the legislation and thank those who helped lead the fi ght against the meters and for the state legislation. “I want to thank my colleagues in the legislature, Speaker Mariano, former Senator Boncore, my partner in Revere, Rep. Giannino and specifi cally Rep. Jay Livingstone for his leadership in shepherding this bill to passage,” said Turco. “I also want to thank Mayor Arrigo, Councillors McKenna, Novoselsky and Powers for keeping this issue at the forefront. Of course, thanks to the people of Revere who vocally and respectfully voiced their CANDIDATE | FROM Page 7 during a highly contested Senate primary – out-raising the opponent in every quarter in 2020 – through creative in-person and digital fundraising on national, regional and local levels. She also led creative programming, financial performance, and digital engagement for a opposition to paid parking on America’s First Public Beach. Today’s victory is truly the result of a team eff ort.” Giannino thanked Turco for his leadership on the issue and noted that the victory for Revere was a true team eff ort. She added that she and Turco both recently stepped into offi ce and immediately faced one of the biggest issues that has popped up in Revere in a long time. “The meters on Revere Beach were a slap in the face to our residents, particularly those living along Revere Beach, like those in the Satter House,” said Giannino. “When we work together, we can accomplish anything, and I am happy to deliver this great news to the people of Revere.” Arrigo thanked the state delegation for its speedy work in tackling the issue. “This is a great example of the power of collaboration,” he said. portfolio of events for U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff , which helped secure a record-setting $117M raised in the runoff . Stevens-Goodnight has led teams to victory across the Commonwealth and is a highly sought after fi eld strategist. She has worked on national, statewide and local campaigns, as well as for numerous progresnow help the Ward 1 residents park freely in front of their homes instead of worrying about their cars being ticketed,” said Ward 1 Councillor Joanne McKenna. Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky said the news is a great win for Revere residents. “The DCR had to be put in their place,” he said. “No meters or residential permits were necessary, and now we have the choice. Thanks to Representatives Turco and Giannino for their hard work.” Councillor-at-Large George Rotondo made the offi cial motion to not allow parking meters along Revere Beach and asked Councillor-at-Large Gerry Visconti, sitting in for City Council President Anthony Zambuto for the night, to reiterate what the vote meant. “The meters on Revere Beach have been removed,” said Visconti. sive unions. She will be primarily responsible for voter outreach strategy and grassroots organizing, including the campaign Get Out The Vote operations. McCarthy, a recent college graduate from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, has experience in community networking and mobilization. “Removing the meters will HOUSING | FROM Page 1 got wind of a plan by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) to use the Quality Inn as transitional housing to help clean up the myriad of problems at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard. The proposal met with universal opposition from municipal offi cials in Revere and neighboring Saugus. “I want to address some fake information circulating on social media regarding the housing of the homeless population and those battling substance abuse disorders at the Quality Inn,” Visconti said at the beginning of Monday night’s meeting. “As of today, there is no one living at that building. I want to stop any rumors that are spreading on social media like wildfi re.” Visconti said he spoke with Arrigo and Police Chief David HOUSING | SEE Page 17 Public Hearing Notice City of Revere, MA Proposed Loan Order $1,300,000 – MWRA Water Bonds Notice is hereby given that the Revere City Council will conduct a public hearing on Monday evening, October 25, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Councillor Joseph A. DelGrosso City Council Chamber, Revere City Hall, 281 Broadway, Revere, MA 02151 relative to the following proposed loan order: That $1,300,000 is appropriated to pay costs of designing and construction of lead service line replacements including all costs incidental and related thereto; that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to borrow said amount under and pursuant to M.G.L. c.44, §7(1), or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City therefor; that the Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to borrow all or a portion of such amount from the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (the “Authority”) pursuant to the Authority’s local water service assistance program and in connection assistance agreement with the Authority and otherwise to contract with the Authority with respect to such loan and for any grants or aid available for the project or for the cept and expend any grants or aid available for the project the authorized borrowing for the project shall be reduced by the amount of any such grants or aid received. That any premium received by the City upon the sale of When it comes to home, come to us. WHETHER YOU’RE READY TO REFINANCE OR APPLY FOR YOUR FIRST MORTGAGE, WE’RE HERE TO GUIDE YOU THE WHOLE WAY. WWW.EVERETTBANK .COM Right by you. any bonds or notes approved by this order, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this order in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. Massachusetts (the “Commonwealth”) to qualify under Chapter 44A of the General Laws any and all bonds of the City authorized to be borrowed pursuant to this loan order, and to provide such information and execute such require in connection therewith. A copy of the aforementioned proposed loan order is the City Clerk, Revere City Hall, Revere, Massachusetts 02151, Monday through Thursday from 8:15 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and Friday 8:15 A.M. to 12:15 P.M. Attest: NMLS #443050 Member FDIC Member DIF Ashley E. Melnik City Clerk October 8, 2021
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 HOCKEY | FROM Page 11 Two Greater Boston League unbeatens clash tonight when Lynn Classical football travels to Everett's Veteran Memorial Stadium for a 6:00 p.m. kickoff . Lynn Classical (3-1, 3-0 GBL) Rams will invade Everett (3-0, 2-0 GBL) and try to put a blemish on the Tide's perfect mark and take over fi rst place in the league. Lynn Classical is led by the coach's son, Brian Vaughan at quarterback, who has passed for more yards (589) than any other GBL QB to date. Everett is led by QB Kamarri Ellerbe, BC-bound Ishmael Zamor and running back JC Clerveaux. Revere Girls Volleyball rolls to three straight wins Revere High girls volleyball rolls to three straight wins in the past nine days, including a 3-0 sweep of Everett, to improve to 7-6 overall on the season. Revere registered 3-0 sweep wins over both Everett and Somerville, both Greater Boston League opponents. The win over Somerville was especially satisfying since the Highlanders had swept Revere by the same score in their fi rst meeting earlier this season. Brothers Adam Marshall, left, a senior and Omar Marshall, right, a junior, are key members of the Everett fi eld hockey team. Both are also members of the Tide baseball team. (Steve Freker Photo) Revere had another big win on the road when they took a hard-fought, 3-2 win over a previously unbeaten East Boston Jets team. The two teams seesawed their way into a winnertake-all fi nal set, with Revere taking the fi rst two sets and Eastie taking the next two. Tied up at 2-2, Revere prevailed in the money set to win it, 3-2њ Revere was scheduled to host Medford today at 4:00 p.m., host Chelsea on Monday and then play on the road at Malden Wednesday, October 13. PARTNERSHIP AND S CORPORATION COST BASIS RULES C ost basis aff ects the tax consequences of many transactions to partners and S Corporation shareholders. Many businesses are conducted as partnerships or S Corporations. The function of a partner’s or shareholder’s cost basis in the entity and the importance of keeping track of it is as follows: 1. Determining how much a partner or shareholder may withdraw from the entity without recognizing any gain 2. Determining the allowable loss of the entity in any given taxable year the partner or shareholder is entitled to claim on his or her tax return. (Remember, these entities are fl ow-through entities. The profi t or loss is passed through to the individual partner or shareholder to be reported on Form 1040). 3. Determining the gain or loss upon sale of a partnership interest or stock in an S Corporation. 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Each partner would report $25,000 of his or her share of profi t of the entity. This serves to increase the partner’s cost basis. The withdrawal decreases the partner’s cost basis by the same amount. Therefore, the net effect on the partner’s cost basis for the taxable year is zero. The partner does not pay taxes on both the $25,000 share of partnership income as well as the withdrawal of $25,000. If a 50% partner or shareholder contributes $10,000 in capital upon the formation of the entity, and his or her share of the entity’s loss during the year is $15,000, his or her allowable loss would be limited to $10,000. The remaining unallowed loss of $5,000 would be carried over to the following year. If the entity generates a profi t of $10,000 during the following year, the partner or shareholder will be able to off set his or her $5,000 share of the profi t with the unused carryforward loss of $5,000. One key diff erence with S Corporations and partnerships is that a partner’s cost basis will be increased by his or her share of partnership debt. A Shareholder in an S Corporation will increase his or her basis only by actually lending money to the corporation. Even recourse debt does not increase a shareholder’s cost basis in the corporation. If a partnership has significant losses during a particular year, third party loans taking out by the partnership will provide additional cost basis to the partners thereby allowing them to deduct losses in excess of their actual contributions to capital. In these situations, this can be a big advantage of a partnership over an S Corporation. 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.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 Page 17 RevereTV Spotlight A new episode of “Cooking Made Simple” premiered on September 29 at 7 p.m. on the RevereTV Community Channel and all social media outlets! This episode featured a fall inspired dish, which fit right in as we enter October. Watch and follow along as Chef Kelly Armetta makes a multicourse meal that includes fried green tomatoes with burrata and butternut squash risotto. All ingredients and measurements are posted in the beginning credits of the episode and in the description on RTV’s YouTube post. After premiering last Wednesday, you can watch “Cooking Made Simple” on the Community Channel at various times throughout the next few weeks. New on the RevereTV Community Channel, you will fi nd community member Sal Khan’s monthly show playing on Thursdays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 5 p.m. Judie VanKooiman should be airing her monthly show “Life Issues” on Thursdays at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 1 p.m. The studio has been increasing community event coverage and is always open to accepting new community members who could volunteer for fi eld shoots or create their own programs. RTV has had a few people schedule tours to learn more about what is off ered to all community members at the studio. If you are interested, call 781-426HOUSING | FROM Page 15 Callahan on Monday to confi rm that there was no activity at the hotel. “There is no one there, and there is no intention of having anyone there,” said Visconti. Some of the confusion may have arisen from increased police patrols by Saugus and Revere in the area of the Quality Inn. “The Revere and Saugus Police Departments have been traveling and making stops in that area for precautionary measures only,” said Visconti. “We do not trust the BPHC, along with the City of Boston. That is the reason the Revere Police Department has been circling that area and making stops in a collaborative eff ort with the Town of Saugus.” Visconti also said he wants to make it clear that everyone on the City Council opposes the use of the Quality Inn for transitional housing for people at the Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass area. “We all oppose this; the mayor opposes it,” said Visconti. “We want to make it quite clear, so there is no doubt that the 11 councillors up here are fi ghting to make sure that this does not happen in our community.” 9498 to learn more. The City of Revere Parks & Recreation Department partnered with Namastay Sober to host a Yoga Fundraiser in honor of Tina Hinojosa Lauria a few weeks ago. RevereTV was able to record coverage of the event which has since been put together into a video package replaying on the Community Channel. If you missed it, you can view this coverage at any time on the RevereTV YouTube page. Revere City Election Day is approaching. RevereTV has been open for all candidates of every position to choose to record a candidate statement in the studio or submit one of their own. These candidate statements will soon be posted to RevereTV’s YouTube and Facebook pages, and also on the RTV Gov channel. If you subscribe to cable, RTV Gov is 9 on Comcast and 13 and 613 on RCN. Revere Democrats to hold forum for municipal candidates T he Revere Democratic City Committee will host a virtual forum starting at 6 p.m. on October 13 – ahead of the November 2 Municipal Election in Revere. The forum, which will be hosted via Zoom and televised by RevereTV, will feature candidates for the Revere City Council and the Revere School Committee who are running as Democrats. This includes candidates who are running in contested races in Wards 2, 3 and 5. All other wards have no contested races. The forum is the fi rst to be held in the city in more than 10 years. In Ward 2, Councillor Ira Novoselsky is being challenged by Manuel Carrero, an engineer at a local technology company. In Ward 3, Democrat Anthony Cogliandro is running against Republican Al Terminiello, Jr. Ward 5 Councillor John Powers is being challenged by Al Fiore, who previously served on the city’s governing board. “This forum will be an opportunity to hear from Democratic candidates in our city,” said Revere Democratic City Committee Chair Dimple Rana. “In my tenure as chair, I have overseen an increase in participation in electoral politics by Democrats around the city in large part because I have prioritized making our local party more accessible and inclusive by creating spaces like this forum.” “I applaud the leadership of Chairwoman Rana in leading our party and our city in this effort to better educate the voters leading up to the municipal election,” said Revere Democratic State Committee Member Juan Jaramillo. “Democrats in our city are fi ghting for and delivering results that ensure that working class families can recover from the failed policies that exacerbated the public health crisis and its ensuing economic downturn. This forum will highlight why it is vital that we elect Democrats from municipal level all the way to the White House.” The forum will be hosted by Ward 2 and Ward 5 Democratic Committee Chairs Chaimaa Hossaini and Jamie Bondar, respectively. Residents wishing to watch the forum are welcomed to join via RevereTV’s YouTube Channel or the Revere Democratic City Committee Facebook Page on October 13 starting at 6 p.m. Members of the Revere Democratic City Committee are expected to take a vote to endorse Democratic candidates after the forum. Public Notice City of Revere, MA Approved Loan Order $3,000,000 – Water Main Bonds ORDERED: That $3,000,000 is appropriated to pay costs of constructing, reconstructing, laying, relaying, extending , lining and/or relining water mains, including the payment of all costs incidental and related thereto; that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to borrow said amount under and pursuant to Chapter 44, Section 8(5) of the General Laws, or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City therefor. FURTHER ORDERED: That any premium received by the City upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this order, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this order in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. FURTHER ORDERED: That the Treasurer is authorized Commonwealth of Massachusetts (the “Commonwealth“) to qualify under Chapter 44A of the General Laws any and all bonds of the City authorized to be borrowed pursuant to this loan order, and to provide such information and ex wealth may require in connection therewith. In City Council September 27, 2021 ORDERED on a Roll Call: Councillors Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rotondo, Serino, Visconti, and Council President Zambuto voting “YES”. Attest: Ashley E. Melnik, City Clerk Approved by: Mayor Brian M. Arrigo Date: September 30, 2021 October 8, 2021 Public Notice City of Revere, MA Approved Loan Order $5,000,000 - Road Bonds ORDERED: That $5,000,000 is appropriated to pay costs of constructing, reconstructing, paving, repaving and/or repairing roads, including the payment of all costs incidental and related thereto; that to meet this appropriation , the Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to borrow said amount under and pursuant to Chapter 44, Section 7(I) of the General Laws, or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City therefor. FURTHER ORDERED: That any premium received by the City upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this order, less any such premium applied to the payment of the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be applied to the payment of costs approved by this order in accordance with Chapter 44, Section 20 of the General Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be borrowed to pay such costs by a like amount. FURTHER ORDERED: That the Treasurer is authorized Commonwealth of Massachusetts (the “Commonwealth”) to qualify under Chapter 44A of the General Laws any and all bonds of the City authorized to be borrowed pursuant to this loan order, and to provide such information and ex wealth may require in connection therewith. In City Council September 27, 2021 ORDERED on a Roll Call: Councillors Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rotondo, Serino, Visconti, and Council President Zambuto voting “YES”. Attest: Ashley E. Melnik, City Clerk Approved by: Mayor Brian M. Arrigo Date: September 30, 2021 October 8, 2021
Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com or call us at (617) 720-1562. A NOTE FROM BOB KATZEN, PUBLISHER OF BEACON HILL ROLL CALL: Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList – the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what going on up on Beacon Hill, Massachusetts politics, policy, media and infl uence in Massachusetts. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced writers Chris Van Buskirk and Keith Regan who introduce each article in their own clever and never-boring inimitable way. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you free every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription go to: www.massterlist.com/subscribe THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of September 27-October 1. There were no roll calls in the House last week. INCREASE HOURS THAT RETIRED PUBLIC EMPLOYEES CAN WORK (H 4007) Senate 38-0, overrode Gov. Charlie Baker’s veto of a bill that would increase from 960 hours per year (18 hours per week) to 1,200 hours per year (23 hours per week) the maximum amount of time a public retiree collecting a pension is allowed work for the state or local government. “I support providing municipalities and state agencies with increased fl exibility to make appropriate staffing decisions,” said Gov. Baker in his veto message. “However, an increase of 240 more hours per year is a significant policy change and moves the commonwealth and its municipalities closer to a place where employees continue to work near full-time while collecting a pension, without any corresponding changes to improve the current practice. I therefore proposed an amendment that would have increased the number of hours to 975, which more accurately reflects half-time, thereby allowing some fl exibility to retired employees who are bumping against the current 960hour limit. In addition, I proposed a waiver to the hour caps for personnel in positions where a critical shortage of qualifi ed personnel has been determined.” Supporters of the increase to 1,200 hours said that allowing retirees to work 23 hours per week is reasonable and will help many retirees who are struggling to make ends meet. They said it is unfair to punish retirees who would like to work more hours and provide their services to the state or local government. “This increase aff ords retired employees who are faced with rapidly increasing costs of living the ability to work more hours for the commonwealth and earn enough to meet their needs,” said Senate Ways and Means chair Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport) who was leading the charge on the Senate fl oor to override the veto. (A “Yes” vote is for the increase to 1,200 hours. A “No” vote is ~FOR RENT~ MALDEN - 2 Bedroom Apt. • Complete With Appliances • Off Street Parking • Convenient Location $1,800 per Month Call 978-210-2990 against it.) Sen. Joseph Boncore has resigned REPEAL THE HARBOR TAX CREDIT AND MEDICAL DEVICE TAX CREDIT (H 4008) Senate 33-5, overrode Gov. Baker’s veto of a bill that would repeal the current medical device tax credit and the harbor maintenance tax credit. Baker supported retaining both tax credits and said they encourage innovation and economic activity in the Bay State. “I see no reason to repeal the medical device user fee tax credit, as it is claimed annually by its intended benefi ciaries and supports medical device companies operating in the commonwealth,” said Baker in his veto message. “Similarly, I do not support the repeal of the harbor maintenance tax credit. It serves as a benefi t to shippers, importers and exporters who generate critical commercial activity in and around Massachusetts ports.” “The Tax Expenditure Review Commission’s recent report made clear that these credits do not provide meaningful benefi ts to the commonwealth,” said Senate Ways and Means chair Sen. Mike Rodrigues. He noted that Massachusetts is the only state that offers these outdated tax breaks which benefi t only a small number of big companies. “We believe that it is important to ensure that our tax dollars are spent in a way that provides tangible benefi ts to the commonwealth as a whole. Given the failure of these credits to provide a measurable return on investment, they should be repealed.” (A “Yes” vote is for abolishing the tax credits. A “No” vote is for retaining them.) Sen. Joseph Boncore has resigned REPEAL $5,000 ASSET LIMIT (H 4012) Senate 37-1, overrode Gov. Baker’s veto of a bill that would repeal a current law that prohibits anyone with assets of more than $5,000 from being eligible for Transitional Assistance to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC)—a program that provides cash assistance and employment support to families with children and pregnant women with little or no income or assets. Assets include things like bank accounts, retirement accounts and cash. Some things do not count as an asset including the person’s house and one car. “TAFDC extends a vital lifeline to certain Massachusetts residents, but I disagree with eliminating the current asset test completely,” said Gov. Baker in his veto message. “I do support reforming the TAFDC asset rule to allow recipients who meet the asset test at the time of application to continue to accrue assets in excess of the current limit without risk of losing eligibility for TAFDC. I would welcome the opportunity to further develop this policy in partnership with the Legislature to ensure these benefi ts are available for the commonwealth’s families in highest need.” Supporters of repealing the $5,000 asset limit said it is unfair to deny families with children and pregnant women who may have as little as $6,000 to $10,000 in assets from benefi tting from the TAFDC program. Some said the asset limit encourages people to spend down their assets at a time when they should be preserving or increasing savings. “Removing the asset limit from the eligibility requirements for TAFDC allows program recipients to maintain their limited savings while still receiving immediate assistance,” said Senate Ways and Means chair Sen. Mike Rodrigues. “Asset limits on these programs have proven to be counterproductive. They require families in need of assistance to spend down savings that otherwise could be used for education, job training, reliable transportation, home expenses and other emergency needs.” (A “Yes” vote is for repealing the $5,000 asset limit. A “No” vote is against repealing it.) Sen. Joseph Boncore has resigned REPEAL $250 ASSET LIMIT (H 4011) Senate 36-2, overrode Gov. Baker’s veto of a bill that would repeal a current law that prohibits anyone with assets of more than $250 from being eligible for Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled and Children (EAEDC)—a program that provides cash and medical assistance to certain categories of needy individuals in Massachusetts including the physically or mentally disabled, aged 65 or older or caring for a disabled individual who would otherwise be institutionalized. In his veto message, Baker said that he supports aligning the asset limit for the program with the federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Program asset limit which is currently $2,000. “I prefer this alternative to eliminating the asset test completely, as EAEDC is generally designed to provide a bridge to individuals waiting for an eligibility determination from the SSI program. I look forward to the opportunity to work collaboratively with the Legislature to develop a policy that is in alignment with relevant federal policies and ensures that these benefi ts are available for individuals and families in highest need.” Senate Ways and Means chair Sen. Mike Rodrigues said that removing the asset limit allows recipients to receive assistance while keeping their small savings. He noted it is counterproductive to require recipients to spend down savings that could be used for education, home expenses and other important needs. “Forcing those who are already facing economic hardship to spend down savings only makes them more fi nancially vulnerable. In addition to helping individuals and families in need of assistance, removing the asset cap would improve administrative effi ciency by simplifying the review process.” (A “Yes” vote is for repealing the $250 asset limit. A “No” vote is against repealing it.) Sen. Joseph Boncore has resigned STUDY POVERTY IN THE BAY STATE (H 4016) Senate 36-2, overrode Baker’s veto of a bill that establishes a 29-member special commission to investigate and recommend methods for reducing poverty in Massachusetts over the next 10 years and expanding opportunity for people with low incomes. The commission would include ten members of the governor’s cabinet and other executive branch commissioners. The governor supported reducing the commission from 29 members to 20 members. “I strongly support the aim of this commission,” said the governor in his veto message. “However, in my view, to streamline the efforts of the commission and permit the meaningful participation of all members, it is necessary to modify its composition, retaining the position reserved for the Secretary of Health and Human Services and otherwise removing additional representation from the Executive Branch. Without these amendments, I do not support the proposal.” Senate Ways and Means chair Sen. Mike Rodrigues said that Massachusetts is one of the wealthiest states in the country but is ranked 47th in income inequality, with almost 10 percent of people living in poverty. “This commission would bring together advocates and experts with experience in a wide array of areas to recommend a holistic approach to addressing poverty in the commonwealth,” said Rodrigues. “Through exploring demographic disparities, analyzing historical rates of poverty, identifying the underlying causes of poverty in the commonwealth and surveying existing programs that most effectively reduce poverty, the commission would make policy recommendations to signifi cantly reduce poverty in the commonwealth over the next ten years.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) BEACON | SEE Page 19
THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2021 PATRIOTS | FROM Page 12 1. On Oct. 8, 1871, a devastating barn fi re broke out in what Midwestern city? 2. Starbuck is fi rst mate of the Pequod in what novel? 3. What is a kiva? 4. October 9 is Leif Eriksson Day; in 1000 he discovered Vinland, which is what? 5. What State House is adjacent to the Kennebec River? 6. What 1888 poem about sports includes “there is no joy in Mudville”? 7. What is Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow” more commonly known as? 8. On Oct. 10, 1913, President Woodrow Wilson pushed a button to set off a dike explosion, creating what? 9. What do American Philatelic Society members collect? 10. What famous woman began to paint in her 70s because her fi ngers got too stiff for embroidering? 11. In what 1960s TV show would you find Maxwell Smart (Agent Answers 86)? 12. On Oct. 11, 1906, San Francisco’s Board of Education created an order to segregate Oriental students; what U.S. president pressured the city to rescind the order? 13. What word beginning with a “d” is the only English word ending in “mt”? 14. Ganymede, the largest moon of any Solar System planet, circles which planet? 15. October 12 is National Farmer’s Day; what fi ctional farmer appeared on a long-running children’s TV series? 16. How are “Wings,” “Comets” and “Pips” similar? 17. On Oct. 13, 1903, what team beat Pittsburgh, 5-3, to end the fi rst World Series? 18. In 1984 and 1985, what auto executive had an autobiographical best seller? 19. What area is thought to be where pumpkins originated? 20. On Oct. 14, 1964, who won the Nobel Peace Prize? catelli expected a tough contest against English, despite its record, and praised his team for its resilience. “This was a gut-check win for us,” he told the press after the game. "Our guys never stopped fighting. English is a good team and they knocked us on our heels early, but we made the right adjustments [at halftime] and were able to batBEACON | FROM Page 18 Sen. Joseph Boncore has resigned HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of September 27-October 1, the House met for a total of two hours and ten minutes while the Senate met for a total of four hours and six minutes. Mon. Sept. 27 House 11:03 a.m. to 1:06 p.m. Senate 11:13 a.m. to 1:13 p.m. Tues. Sept. 28 No House session No Senate session Wed. Sept. 29 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Sept. 30 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:09 a.m. Senate 11:23 a.m. to 1:29 p.m. Fri. Oct. 1 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Public Notice City of Revere, MA Approved Loan Order $1,725,000 – Land Acquisition Bonds ORDERED: That the City is hereby authorized to acquire by eminent domain the property located at 29 Thayer Avenue in Revere , Massachusetts, as more completely described in the deed from Thayer Avenue, any other action incidental and related thereto, for appropriated to pay the costs of said land acquisition project, including the payment of all costs incidental and related thereto; that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to Section 7(1) of the General Laws, or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City therefor. FURTHER ORDERED: That any premium received by the City upon the sale of any bonds or notes approved by this order, less any such premium applied to the payment or the costs of issuance of such bonds or notes, may be app lie d to the payment of costs approved by this order Laws, thereby reducing the amount authorized to be bor FURTHER ORDERED: That the Treasurer is authorized Commonwealth of Massachusetts (the “Commonwealth”) all bonds of the City authorized to be borrowed pursuant to this loan order, and to provide such information and monwealth may require in connection therewith. In City Council September 27, 2021 ORDERED on a Roll Call: Councillors Giannino, Approved by: Mayor Brian M. Arrigo Date: September 30, 2021 Will You Qualify For Medicare Soon? 100% Covid Safe Medicare Advantage application process is available. Why invite trouble? Apply safely and securely. Perhaps I can help. If you have a computer and internet service call Edward Murray 617-387-5020. Page 19 tle back.” The winning atmosphere continues for the Revere program after dropping its 2021 fall season opener to Peabody. The Patriots have now won 16 of their last 19 games dating back to the 2019 season. Revere was back home at Harry Della Russo Stadium on Thursday (after press deadline) following a stretch of three straight road games. They took on Malden, which was 1-2 overall and coming off its fi rst win of the season. The Patriots then host mighty Div. I powerhouse Everett on Friday night, Oct. 15. Everett handed Revere its lone loss during the abbreviated season last spring. The Patriots will have their hands full with the Crimson Tide, who are 4-0 heading into their contest against Lynn Classical this Friday. 1. Chicago 2. “Moby Dick” 3. An American Indian underground ceremonial chamber 4. It is thought to be an area of wild grapes around the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. 5. Maine’s (in Augusta) 6. “Casey at the Bat” 7. EPCOT 8. The Panama Canal waterway 9. Stamps 10. Grandma Moses 11. “Get Smart” 12. Theodore Roosevelt 13. Dreamt 14. Jupiter 15. Mr. Green Jeans (on “Captain Kangaroo”) 16. They are parts of band names (of Paul McCartney, Bill Haley and Gladys Knight, respectively) 17. The Boston Americans 18. Lee Iacocca 19. Central America 20. Dr. Martin Luther King
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BUYER1 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS SELLER1 BUYER2 Disidoro, Alfred J Comeau, Adam J Dacey, Alexa R Speranza, Daniel M Bakeman, Alix Deieso, Rachel Zepaj, Marenglen Pichardo, Perkin R Yee, Preston Mad Broadway LLC Borash Realty LLC Mcdonald, Christopher Koch, Josef Tollner, Neil R 242-244 Mtn Avenue LLC Lonano Prop Holdings LLC SELLER2 ADDRESS 102 Broadway 44 Franklin St DATE PRICE Revere Ng, Wai Y 360 Revere Beach Blvd #117 17.09.2021 $ 455 000,00 16.09.2021 $ 711 000,00 510 Revere Beach Blvd #406 15.09.2021 $ 415 000,00 15.09.2021 $ 485 000,00 360 Revere Beach Blvd #311 15.09.2021 $ 380 000,00 14.09.2021 $ 550 000,00 13.09.2021 $ 860 000,00 242 Mountain Ave 35 Standish Rd Gloria A. (DeMarco) Cuoco John Robert Mitchell O f Peabody formerly of Revere on September 28, 2021 Loving wife of the late Orlando. Beloved mother of Charlotte Casiello and her husband Anthony of Peabody, Gary Cuoco and his wife Maryanne of Revere, and the late Dennis Cuoco and his surviving wife Diane. Cherished grandmother of Allan Spencer, Chanel Casiello, and the late Jody Carragal and 2 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Anthony “Dumar” DeMarco of Weymouth and the late Dean DeMarco, Dorothy Ferragamo, James DeMarco, and Richard DeMarco. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Claude Randall “Randy” Thompson O f Revere passed away unexpectedly on SeptemLoving and Devoted Father, Supporter of Many Charities Age 71, of Lynnfi eld, formerly of Chelsea, died Saturday, October 2 at his residence. Born in Chelsea on July 6, 1950 he was the son of the late James Donald and Marion Viola (Spracklin) Mitchell. John was raised in Chelsea and was a graduate of Chelsea High School. He went on to graduate from the former Grahm Junior College of Boston and to attend Boston University. John had worked in media, fi rst with NBC in New York City, then he spent time with WEEI and WXKS-AM of Boston until 1994 when he went out on his own and build the now CAM Media, which continues to this day. In his younger years, John was an avid skier and played softball and hockey – most recently he had gotten into cycling. John was a very philanthropic man and was dedicated to several causes, most importantly, the Pan-Mass Challenge, Bike MS (National MS Society,) Best Buddies, Salvation Army, ALS ONE and Communitas of Wakefi eld (formerly EMARC). He was the beloved husband of Lauren (Cantalupa) Mitchell. He was the loving father of Cara A. Mitchell of Merrimac and Megan E. Mitchell and her partner Chris Eriksen of Eagle Bridge, NY. He was the brother of James D. Mitchell and his wife Ethelyn, Nancy Belanger and her husband Daniel of Charlton and the late Jean V. Montesano and her surviving husband Vincent of Revere and the late Joan Mitchell. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews as well as his beloved dogs Gavin and Maggie. His Funeral Service will be held in the Centre Congregational Church, 5 Summer St., Lynnfi eld on Saturday, Oct. 9 at 10am. Visitation for relatives and friends at the McDonald Funeral Home, 19 Yale Ave., Wakefi eld on Friday, Oct. 8 from 4-7pm. In keeping with John’s philanthropic spirt, the family asks for contributions to be made to the charity of one’s choice. ber 26, 2021 at the age of 74. Born in Bay Minette, AL on February 4, 1947 to the late Mark and Mattimaye (Howell). Beloved husband of the late BeverlyAnn “Bev” (Wilhelm) Thompson. Devoted father of David Bosell of Clinton, Allan Bosell of Revere, Serena Harrison of OK, and the late Randy Thompson, Roy Bosell, and Kristen Thompson. cherished Papa and grandfather of 14, adored great grandfather of 6, and survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Dear brother of the late James, George, Sheila, Sharon, Cynthia, Wayne, and Larry. 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Under Social Security law, when a person who has worked and paid Social Security taxes dies, certain members of that person’s family may be eligible for survivor benefi ts including spouses, former spouses and dependents. Here’s a breakdown of who qualifi es. Widow(er)’s and divorced widow(er)’s: Surviving spouses that were married at least nine months are eligible to collect a monthly survivor benefi t as early as age 60 (50 if disabled). Divorced surviving spouses are also eligible at this same age, if you were married at least 10 years and did not remarry before age 60 (50 if disabled), unless the marriage ends. How much you’ll receive will depend on how much money (earnings that were subject to Social Security taxes) your spouse or exspouse made over their lifetime, and the age in which you apply for survivor benefi ts. 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Dependent stepchildren and grandchildren may also qualify. Children’s benefi ts are 75 percent of the worker’s benefi t. You should also know that in addition to survivor benefi ts, a surviving spouse or child may also be eligible to receive a special lump-sum death payment of $255. Dependent parents: Benefi ts can also be paid to dependent parents who are age 62 and older. For parents to qualify as dependents, the deceased worker would have had to provide at least one-half of the parent’s fi - nancial support. But be aware that Social Security has limits on how much a family can receive in monthly survivors’ benefi ts – usually 150 to 180 percent of the worker’s benefi t. Switching Strategies Social Security also provides surviving spouses and ex-spouses some nice strategies that can help boost your benefi ts. 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