THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2022 Page 5 Councilors seek answers to bus stop route changes By Barbara Taromina R evere City Councilors are done with the MBTA changes to bus routes and bus stops that negatively impact residents. The council approved a motion from Councilors Keefe, Novoselsky and Powers that the mayor request an MBTA rep to provide an update on bus route and bus stop changes in Revere that will adversely affect the city’s senior population. “I have been disgusted with the way the MBTA is treating our people,” said Councilor John Powers who, along with Keefe and Novoselsky, met with residents of the Jack Satter house last week to protest the MBTA plan to move the bus stop down North Shore Road. Councilors pointed out that many residents at the Jack Satter house use walkers and canes and it’s unfair to expect them to walk and cross a busy street where there have been serious traffi c accidents. “It’s completely ridiculous,” added Powers. “The MBTA is taking the allbusiness route and saying not enough riders are using this route. I think we need to stand up the MBTA, enough is enough, we can’t keep bending over and letting them impact our residents this way. These people need the bus, it’s as simple as that,” said Councilor Patrick Keefe. Councilor Novoselsky, who has been working on an issue with the 411 bus, said he and Powers have been disgusted with the way the MBTA is treating Revere residents citywide. “They have already eliminated all the bus stops along Ocean Avenue up to Beach Street. They expect people to walk an additional 1500 feet or 800 feet to get to a bus stop that they wanted to redesign for their purposes, not for ours. They have never been good to us, and we’ve been good to them, they have not shown any respect for us” said Novoselsky. Like other members of the council, Councilor Dan Rizzo pointed out that Revere pays a lot of money to support the MBTA. And the city has approved bus lanes that take up half of city streets for the benefi t of two buses. Rizzo said the state delegation needs to step in to help since the MBTA does not listen to the Revere City Council. Novoselsky said there is a public zoom meeting scheduled for Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. to discuss bus network redesign and an equity analysis. Novoselsky said there will be more information coming on how residents can participate and voice their questions and concerns. “We need to let the MBTA know we’re not going to take it anymore. We are going to do what we have to do to protect our folks,” he said. Red Kettles are out across Massachusetts as The Salvation Army issues renewed Giving Tuesday call for donations and volunteers ‘Others Award’ honoree Josh Kraft cites The Salvation Army’s work providing ‘access to opportunity’ in Boston 25 interview. MA Red Kettle campaign goal is $2.6 million. CANTON, MA (November 29, 2022) – The Salvation Army Massachusetts Division today marked Giving Tuesday with a renewed call for donations to its annual Red Kettle Campaign and for more volunteers to help staff Red Kettles across the Commonwealth. With the 132nd annual Red Kettle campaign underway, the longest-running philanthropic fundraiser of its kind, The Salvation Army is emphasizing its mission of serving those most vulnerable through this year’s “Love TAX RATES | FROM Page 1 increase in property taxes. Revere councillors unanimously approved the new tax factor and tax split. However, several councilors want to make sure that residents understand they can challenge their tax bills. “I wish I had a nickel for every time someone asked me “When do I fi le for an abatement; how do I fi le for an abatement?” said Councilor-at-Large Dan Rizzo. Brangiforte explained that residents have 30 days after they receive their December tax bill to fi le for an abatement. “From Jan. Beyond” theme. Love Beyond is also a symbol of the resources and programs that 25 million people rely on year-round when they turn to the nation’s largest direct provider of social services for assistance. Volunteers are needed in almost all regions of Massachusetts to support the Red Kettle campaign, which provides essential funding for almost every program and service The Salvation Army delivers. Red Kettle proceeds support The Salvation Army’s work with individuals, fam2 to Feb. 2, that’s when you have to get that abatement request in,” said Brangiforte, adding that assessors either approve or reject the request. However, if an abatement request is rejected, a property owner can appeal that decision to the state Appellate Tax Board. Brangiforte suggested that property owners can also research exemptions for seniors, veterans and residents with disabilities to see if there is any tax relief available. Staff at the Assessors Department are willing to help residents explore those opportunities. ilies, and households right in the communities where donations are collected. “We need more support than ARMY | SEE Page 13 Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? Call Paul at (617) 387-5457 for details. 10% Off Senior Discount! 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