THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Friday, October 18 , 2019 Page 11 Local 7 PAC Endorses John Correggio for Councillor-at-Large D ear John, I write to inform you that the members of Iron Workers Local 7 have wholeheartedly endorsed your candidacy of City Council Member for the City of Revere. As you are aware, working families in Revere and its surrounding cities and towns are finding it difficult Mayor: Sonny Myers Park will be reconstructed Special to The Advocate M ayor Brian Arrigo announced this week that the City has been awarded a $266,515 grant from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs that will help fund the reconstruction of Sonny Myers Park next summer. “We are grateful to the Baker-Polito Administration for their commitment to create and restore parks and recreational land use across the Commonwealth,” said Mayor Arrigo. “Sonny Myers Park is one of the most popular recreational areas of the city. It’s a classic urban park, a quiet refuge for families and residents who seek a respite from their busy day.” The renovation will include new play structures, walkways and seating and fence repair. The park will meet ADA requirements after upgrades to entry points and ground surfaces, and the project will also include landscape enhancements that will preserve the shade tree canopy that makes the park a welcome refuge for residents looking to escape the hot summer sun. The full cost of the renovation is estimated to be $396,734. The City Council unanimously approved a Resolution in July committing the full funding of the work anticipating the grant amount in reimbursement. Revere’s grant is part of five separate state programs that will help communities and land trusts across the Commonwealth conserve nearly 1,200 acres of land and renovate 24 urban parks. Revere’s grant derives from the Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Grant Program, which provided over $7.6 million in grant funding in 23 Massachusetts cities and towns. “I applaud our Community Development team for producing a grant application that faced stiff competition from communities across the state and ultimately was deemed worthy of approval,” said Mayor Arrigo. “And I congratulate the City Council for its vote that approved the park renovations in order to support the grant application. Once again, Revere’s close working relationship with the Baker-Polito Administration has yielded benefits for our residents.” Governor Charlie Baker spoke of the importance of land conservation and urban parks. “Land protection and conservation play an integral role in our Administration’s efforts to protect the Commonwealth’s environmental resources and address the impact of climate change,” said Governor Baker. “Through these grants, we are investing in expanding and improving the network of local conservation areas where residents enjoy the outdoors.” Mayor Arrigo added that “this grant helps us continue our long-term, citywide mission to renovate parks and recreational spaces that have fallen into poor condition after being overlooked for years. Safe, modern public spaces where all residents feel welcome are a vital part of maintaining a high quality of life in a city.” Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito added that “public parks and open spaces lead to strong economies and a good quality of life, so our Administration is pleased to invest in these important projects.” ~ LETTER-TO-THE-EDITOR ~ Concerned resident in favor of all-flavored tobacco products ban Dear Editor, As a Revere resident, mother, and grandmother, I am very concerned with the availability of flavored vaping/e-cigarette products. I’ve already lost a child to addiction and I know how innocently kids can be lured in. I know this is not the same as hard drugs or alcohol, however, addiction is addiction. I support calling our legislature to ban the sale of all flavored tobacco products. We must protect our youth. Sincerely, Kathleen Heiser to make ends meet in this global economy. One that does not believe in affordable healthcare, pensions or their ability to live comfortably in their adult years. It seems that the “bottom line” is the only thing people care about. They are not thinking of the social consequences that are created when people do not have the ability to plan for retirement or healthcare during their senior years and are relegated to Federal Social Programs. It is the taxpayer who will bear the burden of taking care of these future generations. Workers are being asked to contribute more to healthcare costs and forgoing pension contributions to pay their current energy, housing and living expenses which are escalating daily. While developers are lining their pockets with this same money, they are, in effect, fleecing the future of your constituents. We believe that you understand our views and will continue in that same manner protecting the working families of tomorrow. We need more people like you that are willing to do the hard work required, such as bringing people together to have challenging conversations, that may never happen without your support. With that stated; The 3,500 members of Local 7 stand with you in this election and are ready to support you in any way they can. With warm regards and best wishes, we are, Respectfully yours, Richard Abbott And the Local 7 Political Action Committee
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