Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MAy 2, 2025 Honoring History DAr and C.A.r. join in the 250th anniversary celebration of Concord’s fight for freedom in 1775 (The Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution [DAR] issued the following press release this week regarding members’ trip to Concord, Mass., on April 19.) T he town of Concord was full of pride, patriotism, and plenty of tri-corner hats as people gathered to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution. The annual Patriots’ Day parade and remembrance events were bigger and more meaningful than ever this year—and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the Children of the American Revolution (C.A.R.) were right in the heart of it. Members Gail Cassarino, Cynthia Morrisette and Yadiel Wilcock of the Parson Roby Chapter, DAR and Judge Samuel Holten Society, C.A.R. were among the participants and showed up in full spirit— dressed in colonial-style clothing—marching in the parade and joining in the various ceremonies held to honor the brave men and women who stood up for freedom back in COUNTDOWN TILL | FROM PAGE 11 At last year’s Town Meeting, an Ash Landfill Closure Committee was created and will report their work to the Town Meeting. There are health risks for all residents of Saugus, not just those who live in Precinct 10, posed by the unlined Ash Landfill and WIN wanting to increase the height. The on-going flooding related to the climate changes (rising tides and more powerful storms) taking place are directly impacting the homes, businesses and quality of life for those residents of the area closest to the Saugus River. An additional issue that is of concern to residents of Precinct 10 is the property at 206 Lincoln Avenue. The direct abutters and surrounding neighborhood on both sides of Lincoln Avenue remain extremely concerned 1775. The DAR, whose members are all direct descendants of American Revolution patriots, played a significant role in the commemorations—laying wreaths at historic sites, assisting with the organization of events, and greeting visitors with educational materials about the battle, the founding of the country, and the contributions of men and women of the colonies. Members of the C.A.R., the nation’s oldest patriotic youth organization, proudly carried banners, handed out flags, and engaged with young spectators—reminding all that history is not just something to be remembered, but something to be lived, learned, and passed on. “It felt like we were walking through history,” said one young C.A.R. member. “It’s cool to be part of something that big.” One of the highlights was seeing families and generations marching side by side— grandparents who are DAR members walking proudly with their grandkids from about the future of this property. The condemned building was recently demolished but the residents continue to have discussions concerning the impact of redevelopment and drainage issues for the area. 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? Summarize your article and what you hope to accomplish. Martin Costello: I am not working definitively with my colleagues at the moment, however we have been sporadically working together to ascertain the “final” disposition of the now demolished Amatos Liquor Store on Lincoln Avenue. Frankly, it has been and continues to be an eyesore along this section of Lincoln A PATRIOTIC PARADE: Members of the Parson Roby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution participated in the Patriots’ Day Parade that celebrated the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) C.A.R., all united in the mission to keep our Revolutionary history alive. “This isn’t just about the past,” said a DAR member. “It’s about teaching young people why our history matters and how they can be part of something bigger than themselves.” With fife and drum music filling the air and muskets firing Avenue and I hope that, if and when we get to see what proposals are afoot for this parcel, it will be met with the approval of all the abutters to this land and it will NOT be exacerbating the already problematical flooding situations that exist in this area of Precinct 10! Peter Manoogian: Yes, four Precinct 10 Town Meeting Members communicate regularly on matters affecting the Precinct. One example is the pending development of the old Amato’s Liquor property on Lincoln Avenue. We hope to engage the owner in a discussion about the use of that property that would be beneficial to him as well as the neighbors. We also stood in unison to support revisiting the flood gate project and convinced the Board of Selectmen and the Town Manager that this project is necessary. Unfortunately our state delegation in salute, the day was a beautiful mix of fun, honor, and reflection. And thanks to the DAR and C.A.R., it was also a reminder that patriotism is very much alive and well. The DAR is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women’s service organization and C.A.R. is for children 0-22. Both are organizations dedicated has not followed through with a funding proposal placing a higher priority on funding a soccer stadium for Everett. The Ash Landfill Closure Committee is another example of collaboration between four Precinct 10 members and Selectmen Debra Panetta and Michael Serino. We look forward to sharing our findings during the “reports of committees” at the Annual Town Meeting. Carla Scuzzarella: I am not working on any articles either independently or collaboratively at this time. Question Four: Please feel free to share any other views about the upcoming Town Meeting. Martin Costello: This is my 3rd term as a Saugus Town Meeting member and it has been a most interesting and to promoting historic preservation, education, and patriotism whose members are direct descendants of patriots who fought or gave aid in civil service to the American Revolution. For more information on what we do or in joining the Parson Roby Chapter, NSDAR or C.A.R., please email parsonroby.saugusdar@gmail.com. for the most part an enjoyable experience. I have been honored to have served with all of my fellow Town Meeting Members over this period of time. Come Monday, May 5th, we will all gather once again at Saugus Town Hall to discuss & deliberate upon all of the Articles that are on both the Annual and the two Special Town Meetings’ docket this year! As always, I remain confident that Town Meeting will reach consensus on all of these Articles and the Town of Saugus will subsequently have smooth sailing for itself, in this impending fiscal year, once again. Peter Manoogian: In my opinion there will be two elephants in the room at the 2025 Annual Town Meeting. The first will be the school budget which, as proposed by the Manager and the SelectCOUNTDOWN TILL | SEE PAGE 16
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