Page 4 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, SEpTEmbEr 27, 2024 Selectmen deny request to allow 7-11 on Hamilton Street to operate 24 hours By Mark E. Vogler G ail Bagnera, the operator of the 7-Eleven on Hamilton Street, readily admitted to selectmen that it would be diffi cult to fi nd additional workers to keep the store open 24-hours-a-day when she requested an extension of hours at Tuesday night’s meeting. Selectmen cited Bagnera’s comments about the challenges of fi nding the additional help as one of the reasons why they votDENT A L 373 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617) 898 3384 ranashahidental@gmail.com Dental Restorations Crowns Sealants Fluoride Treatments Bonding GRAND OPENING Gar ima Rana, D.M.D Yen Vo, D.M.D 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 J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. Extractions Invisalign Cleanings Root Canals Emergency Care ed 4-0 to deny her request. During a public hearing on her request, Bagnera told the board that she was required by corporate 7-Eleven to seek the extension to 24 hours/seven days a week operation. Board of Selectmen Chair Debra Panetta asked Bagnera if the extension would help her business succeed. “The overnights are diffi cult to staff and operate a 24/7 business,” Bagnera responded. “But it’s something that’s required,” she said. Panetta asked Bagnera what the impact would be on the store if the board denied her request. There would be no impact, Bagnera answered, adding that the store would continue to operate from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week. Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Jeff Cicolini suggested that Bagnera’s comments about the diffi culty in staffi ng the store for 24 hours be included in the reasons for denying the request. “Since COVID, nobody can fi nd help,” Selectman Anthony Cogliano said. “I think that help is an issue…some of the clientele that roams the street at night is an issue,” Cogliano added. “I don’t see the benefi t as far as being a business owner. I don’t see the traffi c out there that would warrant it,” he said. Selectman Michael Serino said he’s never heard anyone from the public say that the Hamilton Street convenience store should operate 24 hours a day. “The only comment I get from the public is that the place is really run-down,” Serino said. “I hope you take the message back to your property owner,” Serino said. Cogliano made the motion to deny the request for extended hours, which was seconded by Panetta. The vote was unanimous among the four selectmen present. Selectmen Corinne Riley was absent due to an illness. In other action Tuesday night, selectmen: • Approved a request by Town Clerk Ellen Schena to reduce the hours for the fi rst week of In Person Early Voting for the Nov. 5 Presidential Election. Schena requested the hours for Saturday, Oct. 19, to be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The hours for the rest of the week would be as follows: Monday, Oct. 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Tuesday, Oct. 22, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Wednesday, Oct. 23, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Thursday, Oct. 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and Friday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The second week would remain the regular hours. • Approved a request from Christine Graff eo of 7 Warren Rd. for a block party permit for Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Approved a request from Aggregate Industries, Inc. for an extension of its Special Permit (S-2) to allow removal of earth and rock and for the operation of a quarry at 1731 Rear Broadway and Whittier Avenue for a period of six months • Approved a request from PPT Hospitality LLC, of Boxford, for a Common Victualer’s License and Entertainment License to operate Stella’s Pizzeria at 463 Essex St. The approved hours are 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sunday. Selectmen approved a maximum seating of 20 people with one television set. • Approved a request from PPT Hospitality LLC, of Boxford, for a Common Victualer’s License and Entertainment License to operate Dumplin Garden at 467 Essex St. The approved hours are 11 a.m. to midnight, Monday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday; and 11 a.m. to midnight on Sunday. Selectmen approved 13 seats and a television set. Saugus Democrats host a “Unity Breakfast” T By Lin Bell S 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 The table setting for a “unity breakfast” attended by more than 60 people and hosted by the Saugus Democratic Town Committee last Sunday at the Saugus Italian American Club. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping his past Sunday morning, the Saugus Democratic Town Committee hosted a “Unity Breakfast” at the Saugus Italian American Club embracing the 2025 Democratic slogan, “Strength and Collaboration.” The function room was decked out in red, white and blue with nods to Kamala Harris through pearls and blue fl amingos. Over 60 supporters and politicians were in attendance including Diana DiZoglio, Mass. State Auditor; Paul Tucker, Essex County District Attorney; Tom Driscoll, Essex CounDEMOCRATS | SEE PAGE 6
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