THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 18, 2025 Page 15 Special Town Meeting set for May 5 to consider a new bylaw for automated trash collection system By Mark E. Vogler T own Meeting members will consider the adoption of a solid waste, trash and recycling Modernization Bylaw when a Special Town Meeting convenes in advance of the Annual Town Meeting set for 7:30 p.m. May 5 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 13 ored Shepard with a Founder’s Day “Person of the Year” Award in 2014. Shepard’s restoration of the site known officially as General Edward Winslow Hincks Post No. 95 Grand Army of the Republic Burial Plot has been a major undertaking spread out over the years. When he began the project in 2015, nearly all the plaques identifying the 26 Civil War soldiers and sailors were unreadable, many of them damaged and some sunk into the ground. The plot was overgrown with weeds and brush. The restoration was so impressive that the National Organization of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War honored Shepard with the organization’s 2019 Founder’s Award for his outstanding service in the memory of Union Civil War Soldiers. Here’s hoping that the town and a few good volunteers fill the void until Gordie gets back on his feet. Wayne’s weight loss continues I remember being at my wit’s end back in October of 2020 when my brother Wayne tipped the scales at 377 pounds. At that point I requested some urgent help from Wayne’s primary care physician, Dr. Mark A. Ringiewicz of Swansea. Dr. Ringiewicz responded with a referral that would drastically change Wayne’s life. Dr. Jessica Inwood, who specializes in weight reduction management and diet issues, wound up making a huge difference in Wayne’s world. During the latest trip to Dr. Jessica’s Fall River office last Friday (April 11), Wayne reached another low – 245 pounds. That’s 132 pounds of gradual weight loss spread out over about four and a half in the second floor auditorium at Saugus Town Hall. With the town in position to convert to an automated trash and recycling collection system, Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree submitted the proposal. It was one of several warrant articles that Town Meeting will take up on the night of Town Meeting. years. “Wayne, this is remarkable,” Dr. Jessica exclaimed as she reflected on Wayne’s progress. “You’ve lost an entire human being through weight loss. That’s a 34 percent reduction. A little over a third. I think you’re doing fabulous,” she said. My brother is shooting to get under his High School football playing weight – 2020 to 225 pounds. As we do every session, we reviewed the various foods that Wayne eats. He mentioned to Dr. Jessica that he liked to eat frosted flakes as part of his meals at Swan Brook Assisted Living in Swansea. “Get rid of the frosted flakes and you’re going to get closer to your goal,” she said. Wayne’s combination of adjustments in his diet working off a low carbohydrate plan and a sustained walking program has worked wonders. But Dr. Jessica stressed it will be more challenging for Wayne to drop another 20 to 25 pounds. Stay tuned. Public comment period extended on Animal Keeper regulations The Board of Health did not hold its scheduled public hearing on amendments to Article 10, the Animal Keeper regulations, at last week’s (Monday, April 7) meeting. 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 seMAKING “BOOKS IN BLOOM” A SUCCESS: Members of the Saugus Garden Club were key in organizing last weekend’s program at the Saugus Public Library. (Courtesy Photo of Debara Panetta) niors 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 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 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. 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 “This bylaw is enacted to modernize and streamline the Town’s approach to the management and collection of solid waste, trash, and recycling and to advance the goals of environmental sustainability, operational efficiency and public health,” the proposed article said. “Across the waste management industry, municipalities are increasingly transitioning to automated collection systems utilizing standardized, wheeled carts (Toters). These systems support cleaner streets, improved worker safety, and greater participation in recycling programs – leading to an increase in diverted recyclable materials. These outcomes align with the Town of Saugus’s long-standing commitment to environmentally conscious policies and waste reduction,” the article continued. A related article will seek funding for the new bylaw. 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 781854-6778 or christophertarantino24@gmail.com Buy-A-Brick for a veteran The Saugus War Monument Committee, once again, is sponsoring the Buy-A-Brick Program to honor all those who have served their country. If you would like to purchase one in the name of someone who is presently serving or has served, in the memory of a loved one, or just someone from your family, school, etc., the general pricing is $100 for a 4” x 8” brick (three lines) or $200 for a 8” x 8” brick THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 22
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