SAUGUS Important COVOID-19 Information see page 10 & 11 OCAT D OC E Vol. 23, No. 12 AD O A E Coping with COVID 19 CAT -FREEwww.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday 781-233-4446 T own officials have expressed concerns in recent weeks about the need to hire a permanent full-time Health Department director, especially with the growing threat of COVID-19. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree took steps this week to address those concerns. He hired several new department staff members and also increased the hours of current staff members as part of a series of recent measures to help prevent the potential spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in the community. “The health and safety of the residents and employees of Saugus is our top priority during this uncertain time,” Crabtree said Wednesday. “The Town of Saugus is here to assist the community in any way. Please do not hesitate to call us with any questions or concerns,” the town manager said. These are the new measures outlined on Wednesday In a press release issued by Crabtree’s Offi ce: • The hiring of Tracy Nicholas as a public health nurse to work with the town’s current public health nurse, Mary McKenzie. Nicholas will work Monday through Friday as needed. • An increase in work hours Keeping calm for McKenzie. • The hiring of former Director of Public Health Joe Tabbi to assist the Saugus Board of Health and Health Department. Tabbi will work for the town Monday through Friday and as needed, assisting Saugus Interim Health Director Robert F. Bracey, who has been working part-time. • In addition, the town has TE Friday, March 20, 2020 Town manager bolsters Health Department services to prevent potential spread of virus By Mark E. Vogler CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC: As part of a strategy to contain the spread of COVID-19 and protect Town of Saugus employees, Saugus Town Hall was closed on Tuesday with the posting of these signs. (Saugus Advocate Photos by Mark E. Vogler) submitted an initial needs assessment survey to request immediate state funding for assistance for the Town of Saugus/ Board of Health to support local efforts to respond to the COVID-19 situation. • Crabtree also hired two additional custodians for the town. All municipal buildings COVID-19 | SEE PAGE 2 Ilir Toci says he, his wife Eva and their three sons strive to remain level-headed as they face the everyday challenges of the Coronavirus. Left to right, Erjon, 8; Ariel, 12; Ilir, 57; and Eduard, 11, enjoy a sunny day on the playground of the Veterans Memorial Elementary School. For story and more photos and story, please see inside. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) ~ Home of the Week ~ Melrose Towers offers this spacious 3 room, 1 bedroom condo, nice, updated eat in kitchen with wood cabinets, granite counters and stainless appliances, spacious open concept dining room and living room with sliders to screened balcony - great for enjoying morning coffee and evening relaxation, wood flooring, king size bedroom with walk in closet, updated full bath with walk in shower and tile floor. This bright and sunny condo offers lots of closets through out, coin op laundry in the building and extra storage area, outdoor and indoor pools for year round enjoyment, basketball and tennis courts, super convenient location. Offered at $324,900 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com ANGELO’S FULL SERVICE "42 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2020 Regular Unleaded $2.049 Mid Unleaded $2.629 Super $2.699 Diesel Fuel $2.649 KERO $4.759 Diesel $2.399 HEATING OI 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS • OPEN 7 DAYS Prices subject to change Winter Diesel Available FLEET
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