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SAUGUS D Vol. 27, No.15 Your Local News & Sports Online! Scan & Subscribe Here! OCAT CAT -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday W “WE’RE STILL IN BUSINESS”: Eileen and Tim Horgan – shown in the sales offi ce of Stoneham Boat Center on the Saugus River – say they’re making the best of things after the main building they rented for 29 years got shut down recently. Please see inside for more photos and the story. (Saugus Advocate Photo by Mark E. Vogler) TE 781-233-4446 Friday, April 11, 2025 MARINA IN THE MIDDLE OF A MESS A Win for WIN Waste Company receives high praise for compliance in annual air monitoring report compiled by town consultant By Mark E. Vogler IN Waste Innovations complied fully with federal and state air quality standards related to the operation of its trash-to-energy plant and the adjacent ash landfi ll on Route 107 last year, according to an environmental consultant hired by the Saugus Board of Health. “In the course of the monitoring program for calendar year 2024, all evidence sugWIN WASTE | SEE PAGE 2 IT’S TIME TO SAY “PLAY BALL!” Weather permitting, the Saugus Little League will kick off its 2025 season tomorrow with this brandnew scoreboard after its annual parade to Grabowski Field on Hurd Avenue. Please see inside for the story. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) Mid-grade Regular $3.47 2.73 35 29 Over 47 Years of Excellence! 1947 - 2025 Full Service ULS $2.89 Order online at angelosoil.com

WIN WASTE | FROM PAGE 1 Page 2 gests the facility was in compliance with daily operating permit requirements, recordkeeping/reporting procedures, routine monitoring, calibration checks, new permit acquisition, reporting excess emissions-related equipment malfunctions and return to compliance measures,” Tech Environmental concluded in its annual air monitoring report for WIN Waste. The 26-page report, which was submitted to the Board of Health last month, noted that “the maximum predicted air toxics concentrations were predicted to comply with the air quality guidelines.” “In a separate analysis performed by Tech, the facility was also found to comply with the Massachusetts and National THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Ambient Air Quality Standards (MAAQS / NAAQS),” Tech said. “The results of both modeling analyses demonstrate that even under the worst-case meteorological conditions, the emissions from the WIN Waste facility will not cause adverse effects on air quality.” Tech praised WIN Waste for hiring “a well-respected, professional stack testing firm to conduct the required emissions testing” and called the company “diligent in reporting any concerns” to the state Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), the Saugus Board of Health and Tech “so that concerned parties can obtain information in a timely manner.” “That is not to say there were not specific deviations or operational challenges over the Lawrence A. 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The company issued a press release titled WIN “Waste achieves favorable review from year-long, third-party environmental assessment,” which cited the report’s highlights. “We are very pleased that Tech Environmental’s thorough and stringent review of our site has again confirmed the excellence of our operations,” WIN Waste-Saugus Plant Manager Elliott Casey said. “These results affirm our ongoing commitment to provide a critical service in a manner that is protective of the environment and public health,” he said. WIN Waste Sr. Director of Communications & Community Mary Urban noted, “These findings underscore our commitment to safety and good environmental stewardship.” “Our industry is one of the most technical and therefore highly regulated in the world, and we’re pleased that one layer of third-party expert reviews confirms our achievement in operational excellence,” she said. Here are several highlights of the Tech report cited by WIN: · The review of the Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) reports demonstrates that the facility was in compliance with emissions limits for NOx, SO2, CO and opacity in 2024. The monitored operating parameters were also in compliance. · Tech staff attended six 2024 bimonthly monofill operations inspections that included staff interviews, records reviews and a complete tour of the operations. These dates were February 14, April 25, June 12, August 14, October 22 and December 18. The inspections and subsequent report reviews indicated that the monofill was being properly operated and maintained. The ash being disposed of in the monofill had an operational cover. · Recent inspections of the ash handling capability at WIN Waste by MassDEP and Tech have found that the area is well-maintained and wellsealed and that ash is not being released into the atmosphere. WIN Waste has continued with a series of improvement projects designed to reduce the environmental impact of the facility and to assuage any fears of community members. In its report Tech also included information about the estimated life of the ash landfill after reviewing the 2024 Annual Progress Report for the landfill. “As of October 11, 2024, there were approximately 95,000 cubic yards of permitted disposal capacity remaining,” Tech noted. “This translates to approximately 1.02 to 3.80 years of permitted site life remaining at the landfill, based on the October 11, 2024 topographic survey and the projected range of future usage/disposal, which is determined from the past three (3) years of disposal, and which changes from year-to-year,” the report continued. “Please note that the permitted site life remaining is an estimate based on current filling rates and may change. The range in the prediction of the landfill life remaining is due to using different methods to calculate the estimate. Several factors may affect the significance of site volume and life calculations that include Monofill settlement, varying densities of in-place materials, the amount of ash shipped transported off-site, and the accuracy of aerial survey and topographic mapping.” WIN Waste began construction of the Valley Fill Project in December 2020. The Valley Fill Project allows for the existing cap in Valleys 1 and 2 to be removed in stages to allow for the placement of ash to achieve new interior slopes and grades. Tech witnessed the progression of the project during bimonthly landfill operations inspections since 2020, and the project had biweekly oversight by Brown and Caldwell with no concerns reported to MassDEP. For Advertising with RESULTS, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-233-4446 or info@advocatenews.net

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Page 3 Countdown Till Saugus Town Meeting Editor’s Note: The 2025 Annual Town Meeting convenes on Monday, May 5. As a special service to our readers and the registered voters of Saugus, we are reaching out to all 50 Town Meeting members, focusing on one precinct each week, in the weeks leading up to the start of Town Meeting, asking members about their expectations for the upcoming Town Meeting. This week, we received responses from two of the five Town Meeting Members in Precinct 7. Town Meeting members who don’t respond in a given week are still invited to submit a response, which will be included in the next edition. For next week’s newspaper, we will reach out to the five Town Meeting Members from Precinct 8. The 2025 Annual Town Meeting convenes three weeks from Monday. Question One: What do you consider the top priority for the town as you prepare for the opening of the 2025 Town Meeting session? Frank V. Federico: As we look ahead to the 2025 Town Meeting, there are many important issues to consider as we prioritize the future of our town. However, one issue that stands out is the need for a third public safety building in Saugus. This project is crucial for the continued safety and well-being of our community by lowering response times of first responders and assisting with the amount of 911 calls currently being handled by Saugus first responders. That being said, it is equally important that we approach this plan with careful consideration of the financial impact on our residents, especially our seniors, who have been stretched thin financially. It is my hope that we can come together as a community to develop a thoughtful, well-structured plan that minimizes costs while ensuring the safety of our town. I look forward to collaboTHE SEAT OF SAUGUS TOWN GOVERNMENT: The 50-member Town Meeting is the legislative branch of Saugus Town Government and convenes on the first Monday in May each year for a series of meetings to approve zoning articles and resolutions and to pass the town’s municipal budget. (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) rating with fellow residents and town leaders to find a solution that benefits Saugus as a whole. John Chipouras: We are building more and more Apartments and Condos!! How do we educate all the new children that come to town!! We need to reopen some of the elementary schools!! Question Two: What do you consider the top priority for residents in your precinct (Precinct 7) as you prepare for the opening of the 2025 Town Meeting session? Frank V. Federico: Undoubtedly, one of the most pressing issues for my precinct is the traffic congestion on Walnut Street. This ongoing challenge has been a source of concern for many residents, and I have already reached out to state officials who have assured me that they are actively exploring potential solutions to alleviate some of the traffic. While it’s important to recognize that traffic is not just a Saugus issue but a broader regional concern, I believe that a thorough assessment of Walnut Street’s traffic patterns will help us identify targeted solutions that can make a significant difference. By working together with state and local officials, we can find a practical approach that improves traffic flow and addresses the needs of our community. John Chipouras: We do need a fire station in North TOWN MEETING | SEE PAGE 5 50 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Sunday Monday Tuesday $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $11.00 Price includes Roller Skates 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM - ID Required 12-9 p.m. $10.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Sorry No Checks - ATM on site Roller skate rentals included in all prices Inline Skate Rentals $3.00 additional BIRTHDAY & PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE www.roller-world.com

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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Page 5 TOWN MEETING | FROM PAGE 3 Saugus!! We need the Kohl’s Plaza to open the new supermarket that we have been promised!! I do feel bad for Card Smart that has been a staple to every supermarket that has been there!! Question Three: Are you working independently or in collaboration with other members on articles to be introduced for this year’s Town Meeting? Could you please elaborate? SummaOLD SACHEM | FROM PAGE 4 Beverly. Area police had to be called and came from as far as Revere. The game was never fi nished. The current Middle-High School will be in place for rize your article and what you hope to accomplish. Frank V. Federico: I am currently in the process of developing several ideas for articles to be introduced at Town Meeting. However, I believe it is important to take the necessary time to thoroughly educate myself on each topic and consult with both residents and local offi cials before submitting any articles for a vote. This careful, collaborative approach ensures that the fi nal articles are as comprehensive and well-informed as possible. As such, these articles will likemany years along with the Belmonte. The Veterans School will also be around for many years. But the Ballard, Lynnhurst, Oaklandvale and Waybright probably will either be remade or done away with. So ends the saga of school ly not be ready for this year’s Town Meeting, but I am committed to presenting the best possible proposals for the benefi t of our community. John Chipouras: I do feel that the Article that has Seniors volunteering for the Town to lower their Property Taxes!! This is a great service for our Seniors!! I highly recommend that we Pass this article!! Question Four: Please feel free to share any other views about the upcoming Town Meeting. Frank V. Federico: I’m systems in Saugus. (Editor’s Note: Bill Stewart, who is better known to Saugus Advocate readers as “The Old Sachem,” writes a weekly column – sometimes about sports. He also opines on current or historical events or famous people.) Toys! $ 599. 95 Collectibles! $ 1,195. 95 looking forward to the upcoming Town Meeting. Last year marked my first year as an elected member, and I spent much of that time working diligently to familiarize myself with the process. This year, I am excited for the opportunity to engage in healthy discussions on the articles being presented, with the goal of ensuring that we are making decisions that best serve the entire community of Saugus. John Chipouras: I would like the Town Meeting Members to work together to pass any articles that would benefi t the Whole Town of Saugus!! It’s not a popularity contest!! I do think that the current administration has done a great job for the Town!! SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM

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THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Page 7 Working off taxes Town Meeting Member parlante urges town to create a Senior property Tax Work-Off program for Saugus By Mark E. Vogler P recinct 2 Town Meeting Member Matthew Parlante is reaching out to town offi cials to see if Saugus will establish a program that allows for residents over 60 to volunteer for the town in exchange for property tax reductions. In an email to Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree and the Board of Selectmen, Parlante requested “immediate action to implement the Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program,” which was authorized by the state and accepted by a Town Meeting vote in 2014. “Despite the statute being adopted, the program was never operationalized – and I believe now is the time to make it a reality for the benefi t of Saugus seniors,” Parlante wrote. He noted that state permits up to $2,000 in annual abatement, up to 125 hours of volunteer service and the option for a representative to perform the work if the applicant is physically unable. Parlante asked selectmen and the town manager to establish the program immediately using existing authority and to budget funds in the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 overlay account to support the program. If selectmen and Town Meeting want to modernize the original Town Meeting vote, Parlante off ered to assist in drafting a warrant article that formalizes the program structure and annual review process. “This is a meaningful opportunity to support seniors aging in place, reduce fi nancial burdens on fi xed incomes, and strengthen the connection between our residents and local government,” Parlante said. “Other towns such as Revere, Hingham, Andover, Winchester, and Hamilton have successfully implemented similar programs and continue to expand them,” he said. Parlante’s proposal drew a response from Precinct 3 Town Meeting Member Mark V. Sacco Jr., who expressed some concerns. “With Saugus’s large elderly population, this could see overwhelming demand – potentially hundreds or thousands of applicants – driving costs well beyond the overlay account,” Sacco wrote. “That risks a steady tax increase for the rest of the community, especially if we need staff or insurance adjustments to keep up. And if we cap participation to manage that, it wouldn’t just C.H.A.R.M. | FROM PAGE 6 By purchasing a $25 sticker that is valid for the entirety of the season, residents will be permitted to dispose of yard waste and brush at the C.H.a.R.M. Center. The $25 sticker also covers the cost to dispose of hard/rigid plastics at the facility. The C.H.a.R.M. Center accepts CHECKS ONLY, no cash or cards. Please note that the C.H.a.R.M. Center does not accept any household trash or construction materials and debris. The Town of Saugus reserves the right to refuse any material if quantity or quality is questionable. feel unfair by leaving most seniors out – it could still mean higher taxes for everyone, including those excluded seniors, to cover the program’s overhead. Either way, it seems like the broader tax base might take a hit. Parlante responded in an email to Saco, noting that some communities like Revere use a lottery system, 50 applicants for water and 50 applicants for tax bill abatement. “We can use other cities’ and towns’ programs as guidance as well as getting creative here in Saugus,” Parlante told Saco. If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR Go to https://www.saugus-ma.gov/solid-waste-recycling-department and click on “Recycling Guide” for a comprehensive list of items that are accepted or not accepted at the C.H.a.R.M. Center, in addition to guidelines for how to prepare different items for disposal at the facility. The C.H.a.R.M. Center will remain open on Wednesdays and Saturdays through the season, when the center will close for the winter. Please contact Solid Waste/Recycling Coordinator Scott A. Brazis at 781231-4036 with any questions. STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • P.P.G. Refinishing System • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available

Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 A Grateful Nation Remembers Vietnam Veteran Jack Klecker pinned by parson roby Chapter, DAr A PERSONAL TRIBUTE: Parson Roby Chapter Regent Gail Cassarino of the local DAR pinned Vietnam War Veteran John “Jack” Klecker with a special 50th anniversary Vietnam War pin during a recent surprise ceremony at Hammersmith Family Restaurant. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) (Editor’s Note: The Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution issued the following press release this week.) O n March 29th, as our nation paused to reflect on the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, the Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) gathered at the Saugus VFW to offer long-overdue recognition to those who served during one of America’s most turbulent eras. Over 40 Vietnam veterans were honored and officially “welcomed home” with commemorative pins and heartLawn and Yard CareUSA It’s Time For SPRING CLEANOUTS Cutting, Weeding, Mulching, Trimming, Brushes, Shrubs & More! 781-521-9927 felt gratitude. One local hero, John “Jack” Klecker — beloved Saugus resident and a 2023 Saugus “Person of the Year” — was looking forward to the event, but an injury kept him from attending. Determined that his service would not go unrecognized, Parson Roby Chapter Regent Gail Cassarino arranged a more personal tribute. Learning that Jack was feeling better and planned to have lunch at his favorite restaurant, Hammersmith, Regent Cassarino surprised him there. With heartfelt words, she pinned Jack in honor of his service and presented him with a commemorative gift bag, which included a Vietnam Veteran’s remembrance book, a presidential proclamation from President Donald J. Trump, and a DAR challenge coin symbolizing honor and gratitude. Jack Klecker’s legacy is a profound one. A graduate of the HONORING A VIETNAM VETERAN: Gail Cassarino, regent of the Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, presented U.S. Navy Veteran Jack Klecker with a DAR certifi cate in recognition of his valor, service and sacrifi ce in Vietnam. (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) Class of 1956, he served our country with distinction for 30 years in the United States Navy. In 1969, he spent nine months off the coast of Vietnam aboard the USS Boston, providing critical support to the U.S. 3rd Marines stationed along the DMZ. After his military retirement, he continued to serve his community through a second career at Honeywell and countless hours of volunteer work. For the past 50 years, Jack has called Saugus home. He is a devoted husband to Rosalie Matt, a beloved 27-year schoolteacher in Saugus, and together they have raised a family of three children and seven grandchildren. His dedication to veterans and local history is evident through his active roles with the Saugus Veterans Council, the VFW, the American Legion, and the Saugus Historical Society. Jack is also a gifted model builder, using his passion to bring local and national history to life — from the Saugus Iron Works that is on display at the Saugus Historical Society to farm and train layouts. The ceremony, though smaller in scale, refl ected the same deep gratitude and reverence as the larger pinning event. It served as a reminder that honoring our veterans is not confi ned to a single day or gathering — but is an ongoing commitment to ensure that their sacrifi ces are never forgotten. The Daughters of the American Revolution is a non-profit, non-political service organization whose members are direct descendants of the patriots who fought or contributed to the cause of American independence. Through eff orts like this, the Parson Roby Chapter continues its mission to preserve history, promote education, and inspire patriotism in the heart of our community. For more information about the work of the Parson Roby Chapter, NSDAR, or to inquire about membership, please contact: parsonroby.saugusdar@gmail.com Call LAWNS Cut From $25

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Page 9 Public invited to an automated trash and recycling collection demonstration tomorrow at Belmonte STEAM Academy T he town is considering possible changes in the way it collects trash and recyclable household material. “Town Manager Scott Crabtree and the Trash and Recycling Hauling Committee are inviting residents and town officials to attend a demonstration that will show how automated trash and recycling collection systems work, as the town and committee explore the potential of automated trash and recycling pickup to maximize environmental sustainability and operational efficiency while also protecting public health, with the goal of finding a trash and recycling collection system that best aligns with the town’s longstanding commitment to environmentally conscious policies and waste reduction,” the town said in a press release issued this week. Republic Services will be at Belmonte STEAM Academy, 25 Dow Street, teacher’s parking lot to the right of the building tomorrow (Saturday, April 12) at 10 a.m. to demonstrate an automated trash and recycling collection process that utilizes “robotic” arms and standardized wheeled carts. Residents and officials are welcome to stop by to see this technology in action. “The waste management industry is increasingly migrating towards implementing automated trash and recycling collection systems that feature robotic arms extending from the sides of trucks,” the press release said. “Workers operate these arms to pick up carts containing the trash and recycling left curbside on collection days, and then dump the barrel contents into the truck to be transported for disposal,” the statement said. “Town Manager Crabtree and the Trash and Recycling Hauling Committee arranged for this demonstration to provide the public an opportunity to better understand the automated trash/ recycling collection process. This event is intended to inform and educate residents and town officials about a method of waste and recycling collection that many communities have adopted or are planning to roll out in the near future.” In Massachusetts and across the country, many waste management companies are transitioning from traditional manual rubbish and recycling collection pickup to automated collection technology. The town manager and Trash and Recycling Hauling Committee have been meeting and discussing the benefits of moving to an automated trash and recycling collection system that many communities credit for boosting resident participation in recycling programs, redirecting more waste materials away from incinerators and landfills and resulting in cleaner streets. Town Manager Scott Crabtree and the Trash and Recycling Hauling Committee are discussing different options for the management of trash and recycling. Their common goal is to find a trash and recycling collection system that best aligns with the town’s longstanding commitment to environmentally conscious policies and waste reduction. Peabody police arrest Saugus man for vandalizing Tesla cars P eabody police say a Saugus man walked into the Peabody Tesla dealership at Northshore Mall on Tuesday (April 8) morning and poured paint on several cars worth more than $500,000. Gardy Pierre, 28, pleaded innocent in Peabody District Court to 11 counts of defacing property and one count of disturbing the peace. He was released after posting $100 cash bail. His next court appearance is May 20. The incident was the latest in a series of vandalism acts sweeping the nation that are directed at Elon Musk, his electric car company Tesla and his ties to President Donald Trump. Musk, who runs the new-this-year Department of Government EffiLaw Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee ciency (DOGE), is the leader of Trump’s mission to downsize federal government agencies with drastic cuts in staff. The Tesla showroom in Peabody was one of hundreds across the country targeted for protests last month as about 75 people held signs and shouted their opposition Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 to Elon Musk’s influence in the Trump administration. The manager of the Tesla dealership told police on Tuesday that a man poured paint on several Tesla cars and then fled the scene. Police later located Pierre on mall property and arrested him.

Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Saugus softball team opens season 2-1 behind strong youth performances, Ventre milestone By Dom Nicastro T he Saugus High School softball team kicked off its 2025 campaign with a 2-1 start, highlighted by dramatic finishes, breakout performances from underclassmen and a major milestone from senior captain Lily Ventre. The Sachems opened the season on March 31 with a thrilling 10-9 walk-off victory over Cambridge Rindge & Latin. Down 8-5 heading into the bottom of the sixth, Saugus rallied to tie the game, capped by an RBI triple from sophomore Sydney Deleidi and eighth grader Layla Demonte’s first varsity hit. “This was a very exciting back-and-forth game,” Saugus Head Coach Steve Almquist said. “Even though our offense scored in every inning, we were trailing at several points but came up big when it counted.” After Cambridge scored again in the seventh, senior captain Alexa Morello delivered a game-tying ground-rule double, and eighth grader Sofia McCarrier raced home on a passed ball to secure the win. Senior Taylor Deleidi and McCarrier split time on the mound. Deleidi pitched three innings, allowing four earned runs, while McCarrier earned the win in relief with four innings of work, allowing five runs (one unearned) and striking out six. “I couldn’t have been happier with how both performed,” Almquist said. “We have a little more pitching depth this year, so I’m trying to spread the innings around to not put as much pressure on Taylor.” Senior captain Lily Ventre SOFTBALL | SEE PAGE 11 Saugus’ Lily Ventre after getting her 100th career hit Healey-Driscoll administration announces $3.2M in Fire Safety Grants Funding will support firefighter gear and fire safety education for children and seniors (Note: The following info is based on a press release issued this week by the Department of Fire Services [DFS].) T he Healey-Driscoll Administration announced that more than 300 Massachusetts fire departments will receive over $3 million in grants to support safety equipment for firefighters and life safety education for kids and older adults. The Town of Saugus received $5,676.09 for the Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) Grant Program and $2,381.87 for the Senior SAFE Grant Program. “Massachusetts firefighters do much more than fight fires – they’re our first line of defense in any emergency,” said Governor Maura Healey. “These grants will help firefighters protect themselves from injury and illness, rescue people in danger, and keep our most vulnerable residents safe from fires and other hazards at home. We are proud to be able to support these vital first responders who never hesitate to answer a call for help.” The awards are drawn from three grant programs coordinated by the Department of Fire Services. The Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant Program reimburses local fire departments for purchases of turnout gear, hazardous gas meters, self-contained breathing apparatus components, accountability systems, thermal imaging cameras and more. This round of grants will provide $1.63 million in funding to fire departments in 266 communities. In many cases, the reimbursed purchases will help them attain compliance with Occupational Safety & Health Administration or National Fire Protection Association safety standards. “Firefighters train tirelessly for every conceivable emergency so that they can be prepared to help those in need,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “Through this program, we acknowledge that tremendous commitment by investing in the equipment they need to be safe in any situation.” The Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) Grant Program funds firefighter-educators who deliver age-appropriate fire and life safety education to school-age children. Since the grants’ inception in 1995, the number of Massachusetts children who die in fires has dropped to historically low levels, from two dozen or more per year to zero for nearly three consecutive years. This year’s awards will deliver more than $1.1 million to 204 local fire departments. “For 30 years, the SAFE grants have delivered life-saving lessons to Massachusetts’ kids and teens through our local firefighters,” said Secretary of Public Safety and Security Terrence Reidy. “This is just one of the powerful local-state partnerships that make Massachusetts one of the safest places in the nation to live, work, and raise a family.” In 2014, DFS launched the Senior SAFE Grant Program, which is geared toward another vulnerable population – older adults – who face a disproportionate risk of death or serious injury in a fire. Nearly $485,000 will support alarm installation, fire safety education, fall prevention strategies and other resources delivered by 203 local fire departments in partnership with local senior centers, councils on aging and other community partners. “People aged 65 and older are at greatest risk of death or serious injury in a fire at home,” said State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine. “The Senior SAFE grants make a difference by sending trained firefighters to conduct home safety assessments, install or replace smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and help our seniors age in place safely and independently.”

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Page 11 Saugus Little League Opening Day league officials monitored the weather as rainy forecasts threatened to cancel tomorrow’s parade and ceremonies Opening Day Parade Route (Courtesy graphic to The Saugus Advocate) TEAMWORK AT GRABOWSKI FIELD: Volunteers gathered at Grabowski Field last Saturday to install the new scoreboard donated by WIN Waste Innovations. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) By Mark E. Vogler R ain! Rain! Please go away Come again some other day So the Saugus kids can have their parade and play At Grabowski Field on Opening Day Weather forecasts all week have cast of cloud of uncertainty over plans for the Saugus Little League’s Opening Day Parade, which was set for tomorrow morning. It was still in doubt at press time for The Saugus Advocate as to whether the weather would cooperate for the popular call of “Play Ball!!” tomorrow. “We’re hoping for the best,” Saugus Little League President John Benoit said in an interview Wednesday. “Right now, it looks like a rainy weekend. Hopefully, that changes so we can have the parade and Opening Day ceremonies on Saturday. We’re going to wait as long as we can. We’ll wait til Thursday to make the call. We have to give enough notice to the vendors if we have to cancel the day. And we have to get in touch with organizers of some of the special features we have for the parade and Opening Ceremonies,” Benoit said. If League officials decide to cancel, they will send out a league-wide email to all participants, he said. “If the weather doesn’t permit us to play, we’ll find a backup plan,” Benoit said. For the second year in a row, the Saugus Little League will join up with Saugus Softball Little League for the parade, which will exit the parking lot of Belmonte STEAM Academy at 9 a.m., turn right onto Adams Avenue, right onto CenSOFTBALL | FROM PAGE 10 led the offense, going threefor-three with two doubles, a walk and a run scored. Morello reached base four times and drove in one. Alannah Duong, a freshman, added two doubles and two runs scored. In its second game, Saugus fell 7-4 to Swampscott on April 2. The Sachems jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning, powered by a three-run home run from Ventre and an RBI single from senior Hannah tral Avenue and left onto Hurd Avenue up to Grabowski Field. Guy Moley is working on getting 20 show cars to join in the parade, according to Benoit. They will carry some of the special guests, particularly local Vietnam War veterans who are being honored this year on the 50th anniversary of the war’s end. There will be fun for all with music, food, slush, entertainment and face-painting. Special guests will be honored by throwing out the first pitch as the league shows its appreciation to them This will be a special year for the Saugus Little League, which has seen its league enrollment grow by 15 percent over the past three years to 270 kids this year. The league has also benefited from the generosity of local people who have pitched in to help out with special donations. “One gentleman, Anthony Duong. However, despite outhitting Swampscott 10-8, Saugus left 12 runners on base and couldn’t capitalize in key moments. After her first-inning homer, Swampscott intentionally walked Ventre in each of her next three plate appearances – Winn, donated enough money for the league to seal coat the black top behind Grabowski Field and to landscape behind the snack shack with bushes and mulch and help us get new pitching machines for the league,” Benoit said. Selectman Anthony Cogliano, whose granddaughter will be playing t-ball this year, has worked behind the scenes to help put the league in touch with WIN Waste Innovations to buy a new scoreboard. A team of volunteers gathered at Grabowski Field last Saturday to install the new scoreboard, which replaces the 25-year-old one that stopped working. “We’ve done well in fundraising and from generous donors,” Benoit said. “We’ve been able to put in new batting cages at Grabowski Field at the Elks Field and paint the snack shacks at both fields and put in brand-new sprinkler systems at both fields, purchase new infield mix and clay.” all with runners on base. “Now that’s respect,” Almquist said. “They even walked the bases loaded with one out. To their credit, the strategy paid off.” McCarrier made her first varsity start and pitched a complete game, allowing seven runs (five earned) on eight hits All these things contribute to the satisfaction of Little Leaguers who will play on these fields,” he said. If the show goes on as planned tomorrow, the Opening Day ceremonies will begin at 9:30 a.m., after the parade concludes its one-mile walk from Belmonte STEAM Academy. There will be a photo booth person so parents can get keepsake photos of their kids, a balloon artist and a walking magician. There will be several people throwing out the ceremonial balls. And there will be hot dogs, chips, soda pop and other goodies. Players can be dropped off at Belmonte at 8:30 a.m. The Parade begins at 9 a.m. Families can line the route and cheer on the players as they go by. The Opening Day ceremonies should get underway around 9:30. For more details or updates on scheduling plans, go to the league website at https:// www.sauguslittleleaguebaseball.com and seven walks while striking out two. “I could not have been any prouder of the way she competed and kept us in the game,” Almquist said. “She struggled a bit with control, which I think had to do with SOFTBALL | SEE PAGE 12

Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 SOFTBALL | FROM PAGE 11 ~ Saugus High School Sachems Sports roundup ~ SAUGUS BASEBALL TEAM OPENS SEASON WITH TIE, SHUTOUT VICTORY By Dom Nicastro The Saugus High School baseball team opened its 2025 campaign with a tie and a dominant win in back-toback outings last week. The Sachems opened at home against Swampscott on Wednesday, April 2, battling to a 3-3 tie that was suspended due to lack of lights and will be resumed at a later date. Junior Cam Soroko started on the mound and delivered four strong innings before giving way to senior captain Cam Bernard, who pitched the final three. Saugus fell behind 1-0 in the second inning but responded with a three-run fourth, highlighted by key at-bats from senior captains Danny Zeits and Ty Riley. Swampscott tied the game in the top of the fifth, but Bernard settled in and kept the Big Blue off the board the rest of the way. Two days later, Saugus bounced back in convincing fashion with a 10-0 shutout win over Winthrop in a Northeastern Conference matchup. Sophomore Brayden Crawford was lightsout, throwing a complete game with 14 strikeouts, three hits allowed and just one walk. “He was attacking batters and getting ahead early,” Saugus coach Mike Mabee said. “And the funnest part of the day – as I’m sure I speak for any Sachem fans watching – was watching him compete his tail off for seven straight innings.” Every player in the Saugus lineup reached base. Soroko went three-forfour with an RBI and a stolen base, while Bernard reached base all five times with a one-for-one day at the plate, four walks and an RBI. Saugus continues its season this week with a road game at Masconomet on Wednesday (after press deadline) and a home matchup against Gloucester on Friday. SAUGUS GIRLS TENNIS TEAM OPENS SEASON WITH 3-2 WIN OVER EVERETT The Saugus High School girls tennis team opened its 2025 season with a hard-fought 3-2 win over Everett, led by strong performances from its senior captains and doubles teams. Senior captain Tameira Klempa-Brown set the tone early with a dominant 6-0, 6-0 victory in her singles match. Fellow senior captain Jennifer Tran battled in a threeset marathon, winning 7-5, 4-6 and 6-1 to help secure the team win. In doubles action, seniors Katie Barletta and Abrianna Perry teamed up for a convincing 6-2, 6-1 win. The Sachems earned the early-season victory through a combination of leadership and competitive drive, setting a solid foundation for the rest of the campaign. SAUGUS GIRLS LACROSSE TEAM DROPS DOUBLE OT HEARTBREAKER IN SEASON OPENER The Saugus High School girls lacrosse team opened its 2025 season with a narrow 8-7 double-overtime loss to Winthrop in an intense road matchup last week. Despite the loss, the Sachems showed promise, with senior captain Tori Carter leading the offense with three goals and an assist. Senior Ashley Rezendes added two goals and one assist, while Brooke Diaz and Mara Faiella each contributed one goal. Teaghan Arsenault also notched an assist. In her first-ever lacrosse game, goalie Jordyn Ripley-Deminski impressed with 20 saves. The Saugus defense, anchored by Paige Millea, Maria Garcia, Caitlyn Dixon, Amanda Rezendes and Deminski, disrupted numerous Winthrop plays and kept the game close throughout. “The entire team played well,” Saugus coach Barbara Guarente said. “I’m looking forward to seeing where we go from here.” Car crashes into Summit Avenue home A 56-year-old Saugus woman drove her 2003 Toyota over a retaining wall and into the porch of a home at 15 Summit Ave. shortly after 9 p.m. Friday, according to Saugus police. “There was significant damage to the car and the porch of the home,” said Saugus Police Chief Michael Ricciardelli. “We do not have a dollar amount on the damage. The driver went to the hospital with a head injury so the officer was unable to get a statement. We do not believe that it was alcohol-related. She was not charged,” the chief said. Initially, it did not appear that the driver suffered any injury, as she got out of the COLLISION WITH A HOUSE: This car launched over a retaining wall and struck the porch of this Summit Avenue home on Friday night. (Courtesy photo of Michael Layhe) car. But she was later transferred to MelroseWakefield Hospital. The car was removed safenerves and the cold – it was in the mid30s by the time the game ended – but she battled.” Alannah Duong continued her hot start with a three-for-three performance. Morello went two-for-three with a walk, while Demonte, McCarrier and Arianna Chianca each contributed hits. On April 4, the Sachems bounced back with a 6-5 win at home against Winthrop in another tight contest. Ventre again starred, going two-fortwo with four RBI, two walks and a run scored. Her first-inning single marked her 100th career hit – an all-time high under Almquist’s tenure. “What makes this so impressive is that Lily has missed 12 or 13 games due to injury, and pitchers tend to pitch around her,” Almquist said. “She is such a humble kid who works so hard and had no idea she got the milestone. I couldn’t be any happier for Lily – she deserves everything she gets.” Saugus scored three runs in the first and added another in the second. After Winthrop rallied to take a 5-4 lead in the third, Ventre delivered the goahead two-run single in the fourth. The game ended in dramatic fashion, as Demonte made a diving stop at third base with two outs in the seventh, recovering to get the force out and preserve the win. “That was a highlight-reel stop for ly without further damage to the house. anyone, never mind an eighth grader, and most certainly saved the game for us,” Almquist said. “She’s a quiet kid who doesn’t exhibit a lot of emotion, and I felt so happy for her when she made that play.” McCarrier earned her second win with a complete-game effort, allowing five runs (two unearned) on three hits and six walks while striking out seven. The Sachems are getting contributions from every class level. Almquist noted that two eighth graders, three freshmen and a sophomore are all seeing regular playing time. “It’s been a bit of a puzzle trying to figure out what pieces fit where, but we will get there,” he said. “What I really like this year is the positivity of the kids as well as the sense of togetherness. The vibe was phenomenal right from day one of tryouts.” Saugus was scheduled to face Waltham on April 8, but the game was postponed due to rain. They’ll look to build on their early momentum this week with games against Masconomet (April 10 – after press deadline) and Gloucester (April 12). “Going 2-1 and winning the week is something I’m very pleased with,” Almquist said. “Every game is going to be a growth process for us. I’m excited to see how things unfold with this group.”

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Page 13 Marina in the Middle of a Mess T By Mark E. Vogler im Horgan’s Stoneham Boat Center has been a thriving family business on the Saugus River for nearly three decades. Boaters from Saugus, Revere and Lynn are the core of his customers who use the marina – based on the Lynn side of the Lynn-Saugus Belden Bly Bridge – which has been undergoing reconstruction since 2018. But with the recent opening of the boating season, Horgan faces a major challenge: He’s prohibited from using the huge steel-frame building he rents for boat repairs and storage since the City of Lynn declared it “unsafe” on March 17. The building – owned by the Pike Family – is the subject of a lawsuit filed recently by Saugus Attorney Peter E. Flynn that threatens to stop the MassDOT bridge project pending stabilization of the building, which is on the verge of collapsing and “could be about to fall into the Saugus River.” The motion for an injunction sought by Flynn in Essex County Superior Court also alleged that work done by the project contractor, SPS New England, is responsible for the structural problems that make the building “uninhabitable.” Meanwhile, SPS New England, Inc. denies responsibility for the building being damaged by the construction work. “SPS New England, Inc. has performed all work on the Route 107 / Belden-Bly Drawbridge in a professional and safe manner and has adhered to all contract requirements including performing a survey of the existing condition of the 1147 Western Ave structure and foundations prior to construction, and extensive vibration and crack monitoring during construction activities,” the company said in a statement to The Saugus Advocate. “The structure was built in 1959 and per our structural expert – GZA – the deterioration of the structure is due to decades of tidal activity and not to the last two to three years of construction activity.” Horgan, a 72-year-old Revere resident, said he feels threatened and frustrated by challenging circumstances beyond his control. “I’m the guy in the middle. I’m the one who is going to suffer the most from what’s going on,” Horgan told The Saugus Advocate in a recent interview. may say the same thing,” he said. “The place is definitely compromised. The foundation is falling. We’re getting water in the building. The first 20 years I was here, we didn’t get water in the building,” he said. Marina faces “a huge impact” Horgan has been leasing the 125 foot by 25 foot building at 1147 Western Ave. since 1996. “We’re in our 29th year and this is where we spend most of our time,” said Horgan, a 1971 Lynn Classical High School graduate who grew up in West Lynn and now lives with his wife Eileen in the Port of Pines section of Revere. They have two children who work at the marina: Timothy Jr. and Kelly. He’s been a member of the Point of Pines Yacht Club since 1980 and is currently the fleet captain. He cherishes his connection to the Saugus River, which flows through the three communities he frequents. “I grew up on the Saugus River. My grandmother’s house was on the water. I’ve been on the water in this neighborhood my entire life. I’m a Saugus River lifer,” Horgan said. “When I was a kid, we’d go and swim off the docks. I learned to water ski in the river. I got chased by Mr. Cicolini, the Saugus harbormaster. The river is a big part of me,” he said. A member of the City of Lynn Inspectional Services Department attached a yellow tag on the window of a front bay door of the Stoneham Boat Center workshop building on March 17. The tag warned “NO TRESPASSING” and “UNSAFE.” It ordered anyone approaching the building not to enter or occupy the building. Horgan said there were indications last fall that trouble was brewing when the building’s owner hired a lawyer to address some issues regarding the building. “Ever since, we’ve been kind of looking over our shoulders, worried about what could happen,” Horgan said. “We utilize this building every day. This is my son’s home away from home. If the building remains unoccupied indefinitely, it’s going to have a huge impact on our ability to service our customers,” he said. “We are a boatyard. We depend on our building to provide service. AN “UNSAFE” BUILDING: Tim Horgan, the owner of Stoneham Boat Center, stands in front of the building his marina uses for boat repairs and storage. The City of Lynn recently declared the building “uninhabitable” because of structural problems. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) It’s our lifeblood. We have 35 boat slips and we store close to 100 boats for the winter. An active client list of about 100 people. The core of our business comes from Saugus, Revere and Lynn. They are our primary customers.” Making the best of things As long as the yellow tag remains on the workshop building, there’s little that Horgan can do – except to do what’s necessary to stay in business. He’s considering possible use of tarps or tents to do work outside during the boating season. “We’re not supposed to do any work in there,” he said. “Little by little, we are removing things we need. We’re spending time adjusting to the situation and it’s preventing us from getting work done when the weather is bad – rainy and cold windy days, when you want to be inside with the doors closed. If every day were sunny, it wouldn’t be a problem,” he said. The timing of the building being shut down indefinitely hasn’t helped, according to Horgan. “April 1st is our kickoff date to get the boats ready to go, depending upon what Mother Nature has to say,” he said. “In 2015, we spent the whole month doing snow removal. It snowed the whole month of March. There was a lot of snow on the ground,” he said. All of Stoneham Boat’s equipment and tools are stored in the shop. Removing them when they are needed for work will take time. He foresees delays and disruptions. Projects will take longer to accomplish. “It’s coming at us from all angles. We’re just rolling with the punches on a daily basis,” Horgan said.“And we’re concerned about what the future is going to bring.” “Just when I think things can’t get any worse, they do. It would be nice to see a light at the end of the bridge,” he said. The current target date for completion of the bridge project is July of 2026, according to SPS New England. “We were told it was just going to be a three-year project as far as this part of the construction,” Horgan said. But the project has and will take much more time. MassDOT initially took a 19,000-square-foot, fiveyear easement on the land near Stoneham Boat Center in 2018, then renewed the easement for another four years in 2023. “For six years now, there has been heavy construction with massive equipment right up against our building,” Attorney Flynn said. “MassDOT has the right to do this until at least 2027, which will be nine years,” he said. “We’re still in business” Area residents who use Lynn-Saugus Belden Bly Bridge will be glad to see the end of construction, as it will smooth out the traffic flow on Route 107. Horgan said he can hardly wait, too, considering the adverse impact the project has had on his business. “I used to own the corner of 134 Stoneham Boat Center, a mainstay business on the Saugus river, faces a dilemma as the boating season begins. it can’t use its main building, which has been declared unsafe by the City of lynn “The bridge construction people Ballard St. in Saugus that was taken from me – the Lobstermen’s Coop Building. They took it in 2018,” Horgan recalled. The ongoing work involving cranes and other heavy equipment in front of Stoneham Boat Center has made his business less visible. “We lost our frontage. We don’t get any exposure from the traffic that passes by because we’re hidden,” Horgan said. “The value of having our main thoroughfare in our front yard has been eliminated ever since they started this project. They took away our front yard and we’re blocked off from the traffic,” he said. Being near the center of the bridge construction site has affected the everyday work environment for the marina, especially the sounds and vibrations coming from the hammering of the pilings to stabilize the bridge. “From all that pounding, a trophy fell off a shelf on the wall of the office,” Horgan said. “Other things have fallen off the wall when they’re working. It’s just like an earthquake. There’s been days in here when it feels like there’s been an earthquake going on,” he said. But the biggest impact felt by the Stoneham Boat Center workforce of seven people has been the toll they’ve witnessed it take on the workshop building during the bridge construction project – right up until its shutdown by a Lynn building inspector, according to Horgan, who said he doesn’t feel uncomfortable being in the building. “But I’m not a structural engineer either,” Horgan said. “I’m not happy the place is sinking down the way it is. The floor has been sloping the past six to eight years. At first, it had a mild slope to it. Now, it’s dramatic,” he said. “It happened over the years, very subtle and very slow. We haven’t been able to close the door for two years. None of this happened suddenly.” Eileen, the bookkeeper at Stoneham Boat Center, wants to reassure the public that the business is doing its best to go on. “With everything going on, we want people to know we’re still in business,” Eileen said. “We’re still open and operating and functioning as best we can. People need to know that,” she said.

Here’s what’s blooming in town this week to make your walks more enjoyable Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Saugus Gardens in the Spring By Laura Eisener W e have plenty to celebrate this week. Tomorrow, April 12, we can enjoy this month’s full moon, often called the pink moon. It is named for a flower, not a color, and the flower it is named after is not what we now usually call pink but another low flower with pinked edges we often call rock phlox or moss phlox. Monday, April 14, is National Gardening Day. The ground has thawed for several weeks already, and there are many plants available in nurseries and garden centers. Flowers are popping up all over – indoors and out! Inside Saugus Public Library there are plenty of blossoms today and tomorrow! Books in Bloom – what a fitting way to finish up National Library Week (this year it is April 6-12). Organized by the Saugus Garden Club and New Friends of Saugus Public Library, Books in Bloom is one of my favorite events of the year. Today and tomorrow the beautiful floral displays pair with the books that inspired them all over the library. While we have had many cold and dreary days recently, it is possible to enjoy flowers from almost anywhere in the world. Some of the most popular bouquet flowers are grown in South America. One of the most versatile plants that is actually native to South America is the Peruvian lily, sometimes called lily of the Incas (Alstroemeria spp.). The flowers can be yellow, orange, pink, white, purple or combinations of these colors, and often have whisPussy willows are blooming at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site in a few places near the riverbank. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) ker-like markings on the petals. They can be grown in pots and are almost hardy enough to make it through the winter here. They have naturalized in gardens in southern parts of the United States. Spring pastels glow in the delightful bouquet someone put in my hands at St. John’s on Sunday that includes pale pink carnations (Dianthus caryophyllus), white baby’s breath (Gypsophila spp.), peach toned Peruvian lily (Alstroemeria spp.) and chrysanthemum in bright golds and mauve. The emergence of flowers after what seems like a long winter can make a mundane chore a delightful discovery! Nancy Prag went to bring the trash out and found that her oriental hyacinths (Hyacinthus orientalis) in varied hues of blue, purple and white had popped up among her tête-à-tête daffodils (Narcissus ‘Tête-à-tête’). There has been a lot of growth in just the Nancy Prag’s hyacinths are popping up in her East Saugus garden. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Prag) past week. The French name of the little daffodils translates as head-to-head, a phrase that refers to an intimate conversation where two people might lean their heads together to keep their discussion private. The blossoms do seem to bob toward each other in the April breeze, discussing whatever secrets early spring flowers have. Oriental hyacinths are among the most famously fragrant of flowers, and one day last week I opened the garage door and smelled them before I looked around to find the flowers opening in my garden a few feet away. Luckily both the daffodils and hyacinths are not considered tasty by groundhogs, rabbits or squirrels, so they can be counted on to continue through the decades in a garden. Many of Nancy’s flowers were planted by her late mother, so they seem like recurring gifts from her. Daffodils (Narcissus spp.) will be with us through May, when late varieties come into bloom. While we think of them primarily as yellow, there are varieties with no yellow at all – completely white varieties can be found, and pink cupped ones like the solitary blossom with a white perianth poking out among the yellow ones at St. John’s. Pussy willows (Salix discolor) are in bloom at the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site. Richard Kasabuski – nephew of World War II soldiers Walter and John Kasabuski, who died in Italy 80 years ago and who are memorialized at Kasabuski Rink at Breakheart – was discussing the pussy willows last week. Some blossoms are still gray catkins while the ones at the tips of the branches have developed a cheery golden appearance since the pollen has ripened on those flowers warmed by the sun. National Park Week is next week and is celebrated for eight days: Saturday, April 19 through Sunday, April 27. While the museum and “visitor’s services” at the Saugus Iron Works will not be open until May, you can walk the grounds all year and see the herb garden beginning to leaf out, the pussy willows blooming and perhaps even people working on a couple of new water wheels. Our native pussywillow seen at the Iron Works and a similar looking European shrub sometimes called European pussywillow or goat willow (Salix caprea) both resemble little gray kittens, which is how they got their name. The two species look very similar, but our native one has redder stems and can often be found growing in wetter than average locations. Margaret Wise Brown’s book “Pussywillow,” first published in 1951, was one of my first books as a child – a Little Golden Book. When I was about five years old, I named my favorite stuffed animal, a gray cat, Pussywillow, and later a real gray tiger cat got the same name. Editor’s Note: Laura Eisener is A beautiful bouquet was put in my hands at St. John’s on Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) This pink cupped daffodil along the walkway to St. John’s Church is no ugly duckling! (Photo courtesy of Laura Eisener) a landscape design consultant who helps homeowners with landscape design, plant selection and placement of trees and shrubs, as well as perennials. She is a member of the Saugus Garden Club and offered to write a series of articles about “what’s blooming in town” shortly after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. She was inspired after seeing so many people taking up walking.

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Page 15 The Sounds of Saugus By Mark E. Vogler Good morning, Saugus The big headliner for this weekend, if Mother Nature gives us a break by postponing the rain forecast for tomorrow (Saturday, April 12), is Opening Day for the Saugus Little League. Some 270 kids who are eager to see warmer weather so they can play ball have been looking forward to the parade and special ceremonies for weeks. A lot of planning has gone into the event to make it special. Hopefully, the show goes on as planned tomorrow morning and kids and their families won’t see their special Saturday plans cancelled. Here’s hoping to see a good parade, followed by a kickoff to a new baseball season. Books in Bloom today and tomorrow Books in Bloom is back for another year – today (Friday, April 11) and tomorrow (Saturday April 12). The exhibition will be on display from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. tomorrow. Sponsored by the New Friends of the Saugus Public Library and the Saugus Garden Club, Books in Bloom is an annual event where local gardeners and flower enthusiasts put together floral arrangements that interpret a book’s title, book jacket or a piece of artwork. Want to join in? Go to sauguspubliclibrary.org/getinvolved/ new-friends/ to learn about the New Friends of the SPL. If you are a newcomer to town and have never attended a Books in Bloom event and you love flowers and books, this unique event is probably something you would like to experience. Bring your kids, too. It’s a nice way to make your library visit a special family affair. This week’s “SHOUT OUTs” We did receive any nominations from readers this Ruth Berg is shown with her exhibit “Swimsuit” at last year’s Books in Bloom event at the Saugus Public Library. Ruth and other Saugus residents who love plants and books will have creative entries on display at the library from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. today (Friday, April 11) and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. tomorrow (Saturday, April 12). (Saugus Advocate file photo by Mark E. Vogler) week to recognize town residents for good deeds, accomplishments or something to make Saugus proud. So I will use my editorial prerogative to offer a few nominees. First, I would like to commend all of the volunteers who contribute their time and the citizens who are generous with their donations to embrace the Saugus Little League and the Saugus Softball Little League programs. These are programs that wouldn’t be successful if not for the backing of dedicated adults who coach kids and work behind the scenes to help the leagues in some volunteer capacity and those who umpire the games. Hats off to you all! Secondly, I’m not sure if I’ll be able to make it to the Books in Bloom program at the library this weekend, but I applaud the creativity of the folks who submit entries that are put on display. You beautify the library for two days with your floral arrangements linked to a book with a special theme. Thirdly, a commendation for all the folks who worked to make last weekend’s local DAR program honoring Vietnam Veterans so special. And finally, to all the folks from Mango Realty and Reading Cooperative Bank and others who worked to organize the downsizing seminar. It was a program that I looked forward to attending, but missed it when something came up this past Monday. But I look forward to viewing it on SaugusTV at some point soon. Programs like that are invaluable to senior citizens. Want to “Shout Out” a fellow Saugonian? This is an opportunity for our paper’s readers to single out – in a brief mention – remarkable acts or achievements by Saugus residents or an act of kindness or a nice gesture. Just send an email (mvoge@comcast.net) with a mention in the subject line of “An Extra Shout Out.” No more than a paragraph; anything longer might lend itself to a story and/or a photo. Saugus United Parish Food Pantry The Saugus United Parish Food Pantry welcomes all neighbors facing food insecurity on Fridays from 9:3011 a.m. at 50 Essex St. in the basement of Cliftondale Congregational Church. Legion Breakfasts today There’s a good deal for Saugus veterans and other folks who enjoy a hearty breakfast on Friday mornings. The American Legion Post 210 at 44 Taylor St. in Saugus offers Friday morning breakfasts for the 202425 season. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., with breakfast served from 8-9:00 a.m. for an $8 donation. Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served free. Ham Shoot today at the Elks Lodge Steve Doherty, Secretary of Saugus-Everett Elks Lodge #642, wanted to spread the word about the Saugus-Everett Elks hosting their annual Ham Shoot on today (Friday, April 11) at the Lodge at 413 Main St. in Saugus. For just $1.00 per chance, you can win multiple meat prizes, including hams, turkey breasts and pork roasts. The fun starts at 7 p.m. and all proceeds benefit local Elks charities. For more details, email (sauguseverettelks@comcast.net) or call 617-9562560. Another disappointing response For the second week in a row, we only received two responses from Town Meeting members whose precinct was being featured in our column “Countdown Till Saugus Town Meeting.” Two out of five members responding is poor, especially during a town election year if some of those members who ignore our invitation intend on running for reelection. The purpose of the column is to inform the public about key issues and ideas that are in the works as the Town Meeting season approaches. This is also intended as a forum to connect residents in each of the precincts with the five people who represent them in the legislative branch of Saugus Town government. Many residents in the precincts that are being featured each week indeed are interested in what the five people who represent their neighborhood have to say about issues that may be coming up at the Annual Town Meeting. Those who decline the invitation to be heard in our column are passing up an opportunity to connect with their constituents. And that’s a real shame. Hopefully, I will get a better response next week from the Town Meeting members of Precinct 8. Stay tuned. THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 17

Page 16 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 If you have any questions about this week’s report, e-mail us at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com or call us at (617) 720-1562. Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 50 - Report No. 14 March 31-April 4, 2025 Copyright © 2025 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. By Bob Katzen G ET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – 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’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and infl uence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. 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: https://MASSterList/subscribe/ THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House and Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call examines the salaries and other benefits received by state senators. NEW HIGHER $82,046 BASE SALARY FOR SENATORS - The base salary for the state’s 40 state senators rose from $73,655 for the 2023-2024 session to $82,046 for the 20252026 session. That’s an 11.39 percent hike which means an additional $8,391 per senator. The estimated price tag for the hikes is $335,640. Gov. Maura Healey announced these hikes in January. Under state law, Legislative salaries are up for adjustJ& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. ment in January every two years, either up or down, under a 1998 constitutional amendment approved by a better than two-to-one margin by voters. It requires that every two years the salaries of the governor, the other fi ve constitutional statewide offi cers and the state’s 40 senators be increased or decreased based on data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) that measures the quarterly change in salaries and wages. It also requires that the same formula be used every two years to increase or decrease the stipends that all 40 senators receive for their service in Democratic or Republican leadership positions, as committee chairs or vice chairs and as the ranking Republican on some committees. Senators’ base salaries were $46,410 when the voters approved the automatic pay adjustments in 1998. Since that time, the salaries have been increased every two years except for a $306 pay cut for the 2011-2012 session; an $1,100 pay cut for the 2013-2014 session; and a salary freeze for the 2015-2016 legislative session. . The new $82,046 salary means that the base Senate salary has been raised $35,636 or 76 percent, since the mandated salary adjustment became part of the state constiS LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping tution in 1998. EXTRA PAY FOR ALL 40 SENATORS – All 40 senators receive an additional stipend, ranging from $30,207.04 to $119,631.81, above the $82,046 base salary, for their positions in the Democratic and Republican leadership, as committee chairs, vice chairs and the ranking Republican on some committees. The stipend is increased or decreased every two years based on data from the BEA that measures the quarterly change in salaries and wages. Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), the top Democrat, earns the highest stipend of any senator: $119,631.81. Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester) the top Republican, earns an $89,723,85 stipend. Supporters say legislators in these important positions should be appropriately compensated for their many added responsibilities and hard work. Critics say the base salary is suffi cient and is eligible to be increased every two years. Here are the top 10 senators who are paid the highest salaries including the three categories of base pay, stipends and general expense pay allowance. Sen. Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) $224,107.08 Sen. Michael Rodrigues (D-Westport)$216,929.17 Cynthia Creem (D-Newton) $216,630.09 Michael Barrett (D-Lexington)$201,676.12 Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett) $201,676.12 Joan Lo vely (D -S alem)$201,676.12 William Brownsberger (D-Belmont) $201,676.11 Cynthia Friedman (D-Arlington) $194,199.13 Sen. Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester) $194,199.12 Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Truro)$186,722.15 The senators who receive the lowest salary of $134,682.32 are Sens. Michael Brady (D-Brockton); William Driscoll (D-Milton); Patricia Jehlen (D-Somerville); John Keenan (D-Quincy); Robyn Kennedy (D-Worcester); Liz Miranda (D-Boston); Michael Moore (D-Millbury); and Pavel Payano (D-Lawrence) $22,430.96 OR $29,907.95 FOR GENERAL EXPENSES – Each senator also receives an annual general expense pay allowance of $22,430.96 for members who live within a 50mile radius of the Statehouse and $29,907.95 for those who are located outside of that radius. This separate, flat rate expense allowance is taxable as income. It is designed to pay for some of the costs of senators’ district offi ces and other expenses including contributions to local civic groups and the printing and mailing of newsletters. Senators are not required to submit an accounting of how they spend the money. But they are allowed to deduct any expenses, permitted under federal law, from their gross income on their federal and state tax return. PARKING SPACES - Legislators are entitled to a parking space inside the Statehouse garage or at the nearby McCormack State Offi ce Building. For 2025, the fi rst $325 in monthly value of the space is a taxfree benefi t under federal and state guidelines that apply to all public and private employees, not just state legislators. Any value of the space above this amount is treated as taxable income. The value of the parking spaces in 2025 was determined by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to be $477 per month. Based on that fi gure, legislators would be taxed on the excess $152 monthly by the Internal Revenue Service and the state. HEALTH INSURANCE – Senators are eligible to choose from 11 health insurance plans offered by the state’s Group Insurance Commission, which manages the plans for 259,929 individuals—current and retired state workers, as well as certain municipal workers, and their dependents. Senators elected on or before July 1, 2003, pay 20 percent of the total premium and the state pays 80 percent. Those elected to their first term on or after July 1, 2003 pay 25 percent while the state picks up only 75 percent. State and federal privaBEACON | SEE PAGE 18

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Page 17 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 15 Last Chance to submit articles for Town Meeting warrant The town’s Board of Selectmen is set to close the warrant for the May 5 Annual Meeting when they convene this Tuesday (April 15) at 7 p.m. in the second floor auditorium at Saugus Town Hall. Any citizen who is considering submitting an article that they would like to see discussed at Town Meeting must submit it to the board by Tuesday. Stocker Dog park on Conservation Commission agenda The town’s Notice of Intent is on the agenda of the Conservation Commission again. It will be considered when the commission convenes at 7 p.m. Wednesday (April 16) in the Town Hall Annex at 25 Main St. Public comment period extended on Animal Keeper regulations The Board of Health did not hold its scheduled hearing on amendments to Article 10, the Animal Keeper regulations, at this past Monday’s (April 7) public hearing. Members postponed the hearing until their May 5 meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Saugus Public Library. The postponement led to the extension of the public comment period. The SHS Alumni Association announces scholarships The Saugus High School Alumni Association will be awarding Scholarships to graduating seniors again this June. The Association encourages seniors who are planning on attending not only college but trade schools as well. Applications for Alumni Association Scholarships may be obtained from the Guidance Office. Students need to complete the application at home. Seniors should attend a brief meeting in the school library on Thursday, May 1, between 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to answer two questions and attach their application. Scholarships will be awarded to successful candidates in the amounts of $1,000 to $5,000. Seniors are encouraged to apply. There will be a minimum of 10 Scholarships awarded this year. Students pursuing further education at the college/university level, nursing and trade schools are encouraged to participate. Memorial Day observances Plans are already in the works for this year’s annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, which are set for Saturday, May 24. Contact the Saugus Veterans Council if you would like to help out. Council Commander Steve Castinetti can be reached at 781-389-3678 or stevecastinetti@comcast.net. What’s going on at the library Creative Writing for kids: Please join us on April 28 at 4 p.m. in the Brooks Room for creative writing! You can work on any creative writing project, such as a story, novel or poem. No registration required – fifth grade and up. Van Gogh: a portrait by the postman Roulin: Saturday, May 3, 2:00-3:00 p.m. in the Community Room. Please register using the Events Calendar starting April 19 – www.sauguspubliclibrary. org Author, educator and Screen Actors Guild actor Ted Zalewski portrays Vincent’s loyal friend the Postman, Joseph Roulin. He relates van Gogh’s amazing personal and artistic journey from his native Holland to the south of France. Drawn from extensive research into van Gogh’s art, life and letters, “Vincent: A Portrait by the Postman Roulin” is filled with humor, passion, joie de vivre – and the triumph of an unlikely friendship. Saugus-Everett Elks to hold scams presentation The Saugus-Everett Elks Drug Awareness committee and Eagle Bank are teaming up to hold a scams, cyber fraud and exploitation presentation to be held at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St. in Saugus) on Monday, May 12, at 10 a.m. This free hour long presentation will be conducted by Attorney Stephen Miliotis and Senior Banking officer Gisella DiPaola. Don’t miss out on this event, and become educated on the latest scams that are currently spreading across our country. Learn the different kinds of scams, including blackmail scams, charity scams, debt collection scams, senior scams, debt relief scams and much more. Light refreshments will be served. Call the Senior Center at 781-231-4178 to reserve your seat. Walk-ins are also welcome. Saugus Sachems Spring Track Program 2025 Coach Christopher Tarantino – also known affectionately as “Coach T” – announced plans for his Spring Track Program. “This program is geared toward new track and field athletes. It will prepare them for the larger-scale summer camp,” Coach T said in an email. Here’s a summary of what interested kids and their parents need to know: Who: Grades K-5th. Where: Belmonte Track. When: 4:00-5:15 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays; May 6-June 12. Cost: $100 first year, $50 if returning. For any questions, further information or to register, please contact Coach Christopher Tarantino (Coach T) at 781-854-6778 or christophertarantino24@gmail. com Spring street sweeping starts Monday Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree announced that the town’s annual spring street sweeping program will begin on Monday, April 14, weather permitting. Sweepers will start in the area of North Saugus (Precincts 5 and 7) and make their way across town, working from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The work will generally follow the schedule listed below: • Week of April 14: PreTHE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 20 Sa nir Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Navigating Social Security as It Downsizes Dear Savvy Senior, My local Social Security office was recently shut down because of staff layoff s and large-scale downsizing by the Department of Government Effi ciency. All this disruption makes me very nervous, as I’ll be applying for my Social Security retirement benefi ts later this year. My question is, how are we supposed to get help with our Social Security questions or problems now that our offi ce is permanently closed? What can you tell me? Anxious Aaron Dear Aaron, I’ve been getting a lot of questions on this very topic. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is facing massive budget cuts and layoff s under President Donald Trump’s administration, which is leading to dozens of offi ce closures and a lot of angst across the country. Led by Elon Musk and the Department of Government Effi ciency (DOGE), many Social Security experts believe these deep staff cuts could cause interruptions in monthly benefi t payments, an increase in improper payments, delays in the processing of new benefit applications and disability claims, and longer wait times for Social Security help. There are 73 million Americans who currently receive Social Security benefi ts, including seniors, children and people with disabilities. Many rely on these benefi ts for the bulk of their income, so any disruption or errors in payments or other service delays could cause a lot of problems for benefi ciaries. Advocacy groups are urging concerned Americans to contact their members of Congress and demand protections for the program. To fi nd your elected members contact information, go to Congress.gov/ members/fi nd-your-member. With that said, here’s how you can best navigate the SSA as they downsize. Use SSA.gov Most Social Security business today can be conducted online. To get started, just go to SSA.gov/onlineservices where you can create a personal online “my Social Security” account so you can view your latest statement and earnings history, apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefi ts, check the status of an application or appeal, request a replacement Social Security card (in most areas), print a benefi t verifi cation letter, and much more. Their website also has a wealth of information and answers to frequently asked questions that you can access at SSA.gov/faqs. Phone Assistance If you can’t conduct your Social Security business online or you need some extra help, you can also get phone assistance by calling your nearby field office (see SSA.gov/locator for contact information) or by calling the SSA national number at 800-772-1213 (TTY 800-325-0778) between 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday. This number has many automated service options you can use without waiting, but if you do need to speak to a representative, wait times are typically shorter early in the morning (between 8 and 10am) or later in the afternoon (between 4 and 7pm). You may also experience shorter wait times later in the week (Wednesday to Friday) and later in the month. If you need to visit your nearby SSA offi ce, it’s best to call and make an appointment fi rst as walkins have much longer wait times. To make an appointment call 800772-1213 or contact your local SSA offi ce. Be Patience Also remember to practice patience and plan ahead. With all the SSA staff cuts, delays and longer wait time will be inevitable. And if you’re planning to start drawing your Social Security benefi ts in the near future, it’s best to apply as early as possible as the SSA recently announced that new applicants who cannot properly verify their identity over the agency’s “my Social Security” online service, will be required to visit an SSA fi eld offi ce in person to complete the verifi cation process. And that could take some additional time. This change will also apply to unverifi ed existing recipients who want to change their direct deposit information. You can apply for benefi ts up to four months before you expect to receive them. Applying as early as possible can help ensure they’re available when needed. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. nior ior

Page 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 cy regulations protect this information and it is not possible to obtain records about which plans individual legislators have purchased. The out-of-pocket monthly premiums paid by senators for family plans range from $369.98 to $655.62 per month. For individual plans, they pay from $149.82 to $300.64 per month. LIFE INSURANCE – Senators who purchase a health insurance policy from the state are also required to buy the state’s basic $5,000 life insurance policy. The costs for employees are based on age and whether the employee is a smoker or non-smoker. They range from 4 cents to $2.49 per month. The same 20/80 25/75 formula used for health insurance also applies to this life insurance. Senators also have the option to buy additional life insurance with a value of up to eight times their salary – up to a maximum of $1.5 million. The entire premium for the optional insurance is paid by the senator. LONG-TERM DISABILITY AND HEALTH CARE SPENDING ACCOUNT – Senators also have the option to open a Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), and to buy long-term disability insurance. The HCSA allows senators to set aside funds to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses with before-tax dollars while the DCAP allows them to set aside funds to pay for certain dependent care expenses with before-tax dollars. This participation reduces their federal and state income taxes. The entire premium for long-term disability is paid by senators. DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE – Senators are eligible to choose one of two dental/vision insurance plans. Current monthly employee premium costs paid by senators for family plans range from $15.16 to $20.52, while individual plans range from $4.91 to $6.64. All senators pay 15 percent of the premium and the state pays 85 percent. SENATORS WHO LIVE 50 MILES FROM THE STATEHOUSE ARE NO LONGER ELIGIBLE TO PAY A REDUCED OR NO FEDERAL INCOME TAX ON THEIR LEGISLATIVE SALARY – For many years until recently, senators who live more than 50 miles from the Statehouse were eligible for a special federal tax break. A 1981 federal law allowed them to write off a daily expense allowance when filing their federal income tax return. The complicated system determined a daily amount, ostensibly for meals, lodging and other expenses incurred in the course of their jobs, which can be deducted for every “legislative day.” Under the Massachusetts Legislature’s system and schedule, every day of the year qualifies as a legislative day. The Legislature does not formally “prorogue” (end an annual session) until the next annual session begins. This allowed senators to take the deduction for all 365 days regardless of whether the Legislature is actually meeting or not. Senators did not even have to travel to the Statehouse to qualify for the daily deduction. The amount of the deduction was based on the federal per diem for Massachusetts. It varied from year to year. The daily per diem for senators for fiscal year 2023, the last year this deduction was allowed, varied in different parts of the state and was seasonal. It ranged from $98 per day to $459 per day or between $35,770 and $167,535 annually. Beacon Hill Roll Call’s research indicated that in fiscal year 2023, 11 of the state’s 40 senators lived more than 50 miles from the Statehouse, qualified for this deduction and were eligible to pay a reduced or no federal income tax on their legislative salaries. SENATORS ARE NO LONGER ELIGIBLE FOR PER DIEMS - Legislators are no longer entitled to collect “per diems” to reimburse them for mileage, meals and lodging expenses for travel from their home to the Statehouse. These reimbursements were discontinued in 2017. They were not taxable income and ranged from $10 per day for legislators who reside in the greater Boston area to $82 for Western Massachusetts lawmakers and $100 for those in Nantucket. TOTAL SALARY FOR SENATORS Here is the total annual salary for local senators, including the three categories of base pay, stipends and general expense pay allowance. Sen. Brendan Crighton $171,768.17 ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL AFFORDABLE HOMES COMMISSIONS – The Accessible Housing Commission, Extremely Low-Income Housing Commission and Senior Housing Commission, all created by the Affordable Homes Act recently signed into law by Gov. Maura Healey, have begun working to address the housing challenges of people with accessibility needs, extremely low-income residents and people with accessibility needs. Massachusetts’ first comprehensive statewide housing plan, A Home for Everyone, has identified 222,000 homes that need to be built in order to end the housing crisis in Massachusetts. “The housing crisis has impacted everyone in one way or another, but for some, finding housing that fits their needs is exceptionally challenging,” said Ed Augustus, secretary of the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. “These commissions are tasked with identifying those challenges and providing concrete recommendations and strategies to ensure everyone in Massachusetts – particularly seniors, residents on extremely low incomes and people with accessibility needs – can access the safe, affordable and dignified housing they need.” $850,000 FOR LOCALLY GROWN, NUTRITIOUS FOOD IN SCHOOLS - The Healey Administration announced it is awarding $850,000 in state-funded, competitive Massachusetts Farming Reinforces Education and Student Health (FRESH) grants to 26 school districts and 11 early education and care programs. This funding supports the National School Lunch Program and the Child and Adult Care Food Program sponsors to start or expand their capacity to grow or procure local food and educate students, teachers, school nutrition professionals and staff about the local food system. “While the Trump Administration continues to take away food from children and families, and hurt local businesses and farmers, Massachusetts is continuing to prioritize programs like these,” said Gov. Healey. “We know that our students succeed when they have access to healthy food, and we can create partnerships that support local businesses and farms in the process.” “It’s important for students to understand where food comes from and how it is produced and prepared,” said Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler. “The MA FRESH grants are an important tool that connect students to their local food system and produce, while also providing STEM educational opportunities focused on food literacy, nutrition, plant science and agriculture.” HOME EQUITY THEFT LAW – Last year, the House and Senate approved and the governor signed a law, as part of the state budget, that prohibits cities and towns that foreclose on properties on which the owner owes back property taxes, from keeping all of the profits when the city or town sells the property at auction. Prior to passage of this law Massachusetts law allowed this practice. The new law allows the city or town to keep only the amount owed in back taxes and send the remainder to the owner. Last year, the United States Supreme Court ruled that cities and towns that foreclose on properties on which the owner owes back property taxes, cannot keep all of the profits when the city or town sells the property at auction. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, writing a unanimous decision about a similar Minnesota law, said that “a taxpayer who loses her $40,000 house to the state to fulfill a $15,000 BEACON | SEE PAGE 19

THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 Page 19 BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 tax debt has made a far greater contribution to the public fisc than she owed.” The law’s sponsor, Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford) says the law is facing a new challenge, proposed as part of a fiscal 2025 supplemental budget filed by Gov. Maura Healey last week, that would make it harder for homeowners to recoup their rightful equity. “The same municipal officials who partnered with private firms to prey upon vulnerable homeowners suffering from immense challenges in their lives are the same special interests who have heavily lobbied the administration to give them another bite at the apple while everyday people continue to lose their life savings,” said Montigny. “There are hundreds of pending cases within the trial court that deserve immediate relief in accordance with the protections provided under the new law, including the reduced interest rate that was previously set at a predatory level.” Montigny continued, “Efforts to weaken these long overdue legal protections will not be tolerated and these elected and appointed municipal officials should be more concerned with helping their residents, not concocting new ways to continue to rob them. It is unacceptable that consumer advocates and the lead legislative sponsor of this measure have been left in the dark while financially driven special interests have been allowed to once again pervade the legislative process. The Healey Administration should immediately rescind its support for these harmful measures that were concocted without consulting the consumer advocates who deal with these difficult cases on behalf of homeowners every day.” NON-LEGISLATIVE REDISTRICTING COMMISSION (S 6) – The Election Laws Committee held a hearing on a proposed constitutional amendment that would create a non-legislative redistricting commission to replace the current commission made up exclusively of state legislators. The commission, like the current commission, would be responsible for creating congressional districts, 160 representative districts, 40 senatorial districts and eight councilor districts every ten years based on the national census. The proposed commission would include a dean or professor of law, political science or government from a Massachusetts college, appointed by the governor; a retired judge, appointed by the attorney general; and an expert in civil rights law, appointed by the secretary of state. The other four members would be chosen by the above three members from a list of candidates nominated by the House Speaker, House Minority Leader, Senate President and Senate Minority Leader. Supporters of the proposed commission say the Legislature has abused its redistricting power and often gerrymandered districts to protect incumbents. They said this antiquated, partisan system allows the majority party to control the process and permits “legislators to choose their voters.” They noted that the idea of an independent commission has been endorsed in the past by the League of Women Voters, Common Cause and former Govs. Michael Dukakis, Mitt Romney and Deval Patrick. “The measure strengthens transparency and objectivity in the redistricting process by prohibiting recent elected officials from serving and by including public comment periods and reporting requirements,” says amendment sponsor Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough). “By adopting best practices already used in other states, this reform ensures that Massachusetts moves toward a fairer and nonpartisan redistricting process.” Opponents of the commission say elected members of the Legislature, who are accountable to the voters, should be responsible for the important job of redistricting. They said the task should not be undertaken by an appointed commission with unknown members who would not have direct accountability. They cited studies showing that these so-called “independent” redistricting commissions are no more or less independent than commissions established by Legislatures. MIKE PENCE WILL BE AWARDED JFK PROFILE IN COURAGE AWARD – The 2025 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award will be presented to former Vice President Mike Pence “for putting his life and career on the line to ensure the constitutional transfer of presidential power on January 6, 2021”. The John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award is presented annually to public servants for making a courageous decision of conscience without regard for the personal or professional consequences. JFK’s daughter Caroline Kennedy and her son Jack Schlossberg will present the award at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum on May 4, 2025 in Boston. “Politicl courage is not outdated in the United States,” said Kennedy and Schlossberg in a joint statement. At every level of government, leaders are putting country first and not backing down. Despite our political differences, it is hard to imagine an act of greater consequence than Vice President Pence’s decision to certify the 2020 presidential election during an attack on the U.S. Capitol. Upholding his oath to the Constitution and following his conscience, the Vice President put his life, career, and political future on the line.His decision is an example of President Kennedy’s belief that an act of political courage can change the course of history.” “I am deeply humbled and honored to be the recipient of the Kennedy Profile in Courage Award,” said Pence. “I have been inspired by the life and words of President John F. Kennedy since my youth and am honored to join the company of so many distinguished Americans who have received this recognition in the past.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “It’s an honor to host high school students in the House Chamber as they participate in Student Government Day. It’s very important to engage our young people in our democratic process, and I encourage all of the students participating to become active in state government.” ---House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) on more than 350 high school juniors and seniors from across the state gathered at the Statehouse last week to participate in Student Government Day, an annual program organized by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. “Massachusetts is the medical research capital of the country. Not only do our public research institutions rely on NIH funding for their groundbreaking research, job creation and academic competitiveness, but our residents depend on these studies to propel lifesaving medical advancements. I won’t allow the Trump Administration to take unlawful actions that play politics with our public health.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell on joining a coalition of 16 attorneys general that is BEACON | SEE PAGE 22 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Probate and Family Court 36 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 (978)744-1020 Docket No. ES25P0418EA Estate of: ROBERT J. BONIA Also known as: ROBERT BONIA Date of Death: 05/10/2024 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by: Robert J. Bonia, Jr. of Saugus, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Robert J. Bonia, Jr.of Saugus, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 05/06/2025. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: April 03, 2025 PAMELA A CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE April 11, 2025

Page 20 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 OBITUARIES Christine L. (Meehan) Wood O f Saugus. Passed away on March 15th at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital. She was the devoted wife of Derek with whom she shared 19 years of marriage. She was also the adoring mother to their daughter Alyssa, her pride and joy. Born in Malden on March 26, 1 9 79 , Chr is - tine was the loving daughter of David and Patricia (Webb) Meehan of West Peabody. Christine was a licensed - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Division Docket No. ES25P0870EA Estate of: JAMES E. MERRILL Date of Death: January 19, 2025 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Mary E. Merrill of Saugus, MA a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Mary E. Merrill of Saugus, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. April 11, 2025 cosmetologist which she took great pride in. She also worked as an administrative assistant in a dental office prior to becoming a full-time mom to Alyssa. She mostly enjoyed spending quality time with her family. Some of her favorite activities included: cooking, hairdressing, and vacationing at several family homes in Maine. Christine also took an exceptional interest in all things mechanical which she often enjoyed sharing with her father as a child. Besides her husband, daughter, and parents, Christine is survived by her sister Renee (Meehan) Kellett and her fiancée Ronald Shaw of Georgetown; her cherished grandparents Carmella and the late John W. Meehan of Saugus and Barbara and the late Charles Webb of North Reading; her mother-in-law, Linda and the late Francis Wood Jr of Plaistow, NH; as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 17 cincts 7, 5, 3, 10 and 2. • Week of April 21: Precincts 2, 6 and 8. • Week of April 28: Precincts 1, 4 and 9. • Week of May 5: remaining work not accomplished in the areas listed above. Please check the town’s website for an updated listing of roadways to be swept and estimated dates this 1. April 11 is International Louie Louie Day; what West Indies island does “Louie Louie” mention? 2. What did King Midas of Greek mythology have? 3. What animal does the word mutt come from? 4. What German political leader was nicknamed Mutti? 5. On April 12, 1934, the at-thetime world’s strongest surface wind (231 mph) was measured at what mountain (having the name of a president)? 6. Is there an infinity symbol? 7. How are cobra, downward dog and cat cow similar? 8. On April 13, 1997, who (known by a nickname) won the Masters Tournament? 9. What colorful ocean creature is named for a flower? 10. What part of a ship is also part of a newspaper? 11. At what meal would you find an obi? 12. On April 14, 1900, Paris’ Exposition Universelle began; its many displays included what first-ever type of transport that starts with a “T”? 13. “Red” Barber was a baseball play-by-play broadcaster starting in the 1930s; what red and green vegetable’s name did he use to describe players fighting on the field? 14. On April 15, 1924, the “Rand McNally Auto Chum” (first national road atlas) was published; did its roads have numwhom she adored. She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents Virginia and Francis Doherty. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus, on Wednesday, April 9th. A funeral was held from the funeral home on Thursday, April 10th followed by a funeral mass in Blessed Sacrament Church, Saugus. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to The Lupus Foundation at lupus.org. Linda J. Linquist O f Saugus. Died on Saturday, April 5th at Tufts Medical Center Boston at the age of 70. Born and raised in Saugus, Linda was the daughter of the late Robert and Joan (Cook) Lindquist. A graduate of Saugus High School and University of Massachusetts at Amherst. She worked as a teacher and social worker for many years. Linda had a paswork will be performed. Please use these precinct maps to identify your precinct. As the sweeping efforts are based on many variables, including weather, this schedule is an estimate and subject to frequent changes. Residents are kindly asked to keep vehicles off the street when sweepers are in the area. Locals may assist the Department of Pubbers or names? 15. What city does the Rio Grande flow past? 16. In which year was the chocolate chip cookie invented: 1899, 1922 or 1938? 17. On April 16, 1910, the oldest indoor hockey arena still in use opened in what city? 18. What singer of “Let’s Dance” founded the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to LongHaired Men? 19. How are Bernie Brewer, Orbit and Tessie similar? 20. On April 17, 1521, what religious leader’s trial at the Diet of Worms began? sion for collecting and dealing in antique jewel - ry and lo v ed c ro - cheting, donating some of her work to My Brother’s Table. Ms. Lindquist is survived by her two daughters, Capt. Katherine Edwards US Army and Johanna Lane, one sister Lisa Walczak and her husband Valentine of Saugus, one granddaughter Ariana. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., Saugus, on Friday from 11 a.m.noon. A funeral service will follow in the funeral home at noon. Donations in Linda’s memory may be made to My Brother’s Table at mybrotherstable.org lic Works by sweeping their driveways or sidewalks into the gutter area prior to the program’s start. Residents are asked not to sweep driveways and/or sidewalks once the sweepers have swept. Keep in mind that street sweepers are unable to collect stones, branches, leaves or other foreign objects. In addition, residents are asked THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 21 ANSWERS 1. Jamaica 2. The golden touch 3. Sheep (Mutton is the meat of a mature sheep.) 4. Angela Merkel (Mother Merkel) 5. Mount Washington, N.H. 6. Yes –  7. They are yoga poses. 8. Tiger Woods 9. Sea anemone 10. Masthead – means the top of a mast and also repeated front-page matter like a paper’s name) 11. A Japanese tea ceremony (An obi is a sash worn with a kimono.) 12. Trolleybus 13. Rhubarb 14. Names (In 1924 most roads were dirt or gravel.) 15. El Paso, Texas 16. 1938 17. Boston (Matthews Arena, originally Boston Arena) 18. David Bowie 19. They are team mascots (the Milwaukee Brewers, Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox) 20. Martin Luther’s

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Page 22 Your Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $200 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 11, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 suing the Trump Administration in the U.S. District Court for Massachusetts over its unlawful attempt to disrupt grant funding issued by the National Institutes of Health. “The evidence is clear— child sexual abuse is preventable. Prevention means not only equipping communities with the tools to stop abuse before it happens but also ensuring families have access to resources when concerns arise. Addressing problematic sexual behavior is an essential piece of this work. By expanding education and support, we can help children develop healthy behaviors and provide caregivers with the guidance they need.” ---Jennifer Valenzuela, Executive Director of the Children’s Trust, marking the beginning of Child Abuse Prevention Month. “Play-based learning provides young children with engaging experiences that support their cognitive and social-emotional development. These grants will help provide our schools, from Northampton to Fall River, with funding to create environments that refl ect the ways in which young children learn.” ---Education Secretary Dr. Patrick Tutwiler announcing the awarding of $1.2 million in grants to seven school districts to incorporate playful learning strategies into preschool through third grade classrooms. 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. 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This cozy yet spacious one-bedroom apartment features a designated parking spot for the tenant. Conveniently located near Saugus Center, with easy access to the scenic bike path to the sea, Route 1, shopping, dining, and public transportation. Listing Agent: Lucia Ponte 781.883.8130 Listi 7 Providing Real Estate Services for Nearly Two Decades Servicing Saugus, Melrose, Wakefield, Malden, all North Shore communities, Boston and Beyond. quency 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 March 31-April 4, the House met for a total of nine minutes while the Senate met for a total of 34 minutes. Mon. March 31House11:02 a.m. to 11:05a.m. Senate 11:21 a.m. to 11:25a.m. Tues.April 1 No House session No Senate session Wed. April 2 No House session No Senate session Thurs. April 3 House11:00 a.m. to 11:06a.m. Senate 11:13 a.m. to 11:43a.m. Fri.April 4No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019.

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