THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 7, 2021 Page 17 ~Handyman Services~ •Plumbing •Electric •Ceiling Fans •Waterheaters + More Call Tom 781-324-2770 BHRC | FROM PAGE 15 in service to our country.” “To meet the needs of the ever-changing veteran population, the bill adopted today is a refl ection of the strong advocacy of the members of this Senate to begin providing the long-term care services desperately needed for all veterans across the commonwealth,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “The funding in this bill will ensure that we begin to rethink how we deliver care to veterans of every generation across Massachusetts,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “Ensuring that our veterans are connected to their communities is an important factor in ensuring that their physical and mental health is taken care of, and so I am proud of the steps we have taken to ensure geographic equity and accessibility, especially for our women and LGBTQ veterans, as well as veterans of color. Our quick action in passing this legislation will help ensure we maximize federal funds in this important endeavor.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Brendan Crighton Yes PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENT (S 2439) Senate 37-3, approved an amendment that adds Project Labor Agreement language that mandates a pre-bid, pre-hire collective bargaining agreement for the construction of the new Soldiers’ Home and requires the recruiting of women, minority and veteran owned businesses to participate in the design and construction of the facility. “I am proud that the Senate added additional language during our debate that strengthens the bill to refl ect our commonwealth’s collective values,” said Sen. Paul Feeney (D-Foxborough), the sponsor of the amendment. “It is critical that signifi cant taxpayer-funded projects of this scope be completed on-time and on-budget with a diverse, local, safe, welltrained and highly skilled workforce. Additionally, we should be working diligently to assist women, minority and veteran owned businesses in creating jobs and opportunities now and in the future. The bill we passed today accomplishes these goals by authorizing funding for a modern facility for our commonwealth’s veterans while expanding opportunities for many local working-class people in the construction trades.” “According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 83 percent of the construction industry is ‘open-shop’ non-union labor,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) who voted against the amendment. “A project labor agreement on a taxpayer funded project requires that only union laBHRC | SEE PAGE 18 TEAMING UP | FROM PAGE 8 Square Revitalization Committee. Wong noted that he worked with Giannino to help the town obtain $75,000 for a new animal control vehicle and another $75,000 to buy portable radios for the Saugus Fire Department. Board of Selectmen Vice-Chair Corinne Riley, a former campaign manager for Rep. Wong, organized the forum. FRANK’S Housepainting (781) 289-0698 • Exterior • Ceiling Dr. • Power Wash • Paper Removal • Carpentry FREE ESTIMATES — Fully Insured Office/Commercial Space for Lease “Proper prep makes all the difference” – F. Ferrera • Interior 3 Large rooms, each with walk-in storage area. Ideal for Law Office or Aerobics Studio. Like new condition. Second floor elevator direct to unit. Seperate entrances - New Baths - Large Parking Area. On MBTA Bus Route #429. Located on Route 1 South at Walnut Street. Rollerworld Plaza Rte. 1 South 425 Broadway Saugus Call Michelle at: 781-233-9507
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