THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTOBEr 10, 2025 ~ Political Announcement ~ Page 3 Debra Panetta Announces her Candidacy for Re-Election to the Board of Selectmen H ello, my name is Debra Panetta, and I am announcing my candidacy for re-election to the Board of Selectmen. It has been my privilege to serve on the Board of Selectmen, and I would be honored to serve two more years. I am married to Mark Panetta, and have two children, Mark Jr. and Sabrina. I graduated from Suffolk University earning a BSBA in Accounting and earned my MBA from Northeastern University. I also earned my Lean Six Sigma and PMP (Project Management Professional) Certifications. I work for Victoria Realty as a Site Manager/Finance Director. I have 40 years of accounting, finance, auditing, and real estate experience, and I am a business owner. I have served as your Saugus Selectman for the past fourteen years, currently as Chairman. I am the President of the Saugus River Watershed Council, past President and member of SAVE. I am a member of the Historical Society, Saugus Business Education Collaborative, Friends of Breakheart, Women’s Guild, New Friends of the Saugus Library, Conservation Law, and the Garden Club. Previously, I served as the Chairman of the Saugus School Committee, a five-term Town Meeting Member representing Precinct 5, and Vice-Chair of the Saugus Charter Commission. I also served as Secretary of the Cliftondale Revitalization Committee, the Master Plan Advisory Committee, and the Family Related Apartment Committee. I have also received my Distinguished Toastmaster designation. I have been endorsed by the Sierra Club, the North Atlantic, ue looking towards the future with confidence and progress. We will work towards: • continued strong financial performance in town, • additional progress made on building & staffing a third fire station / West Side Public Safety and EMS Response Facility, • completion of the TownStates Regional Council of Carpenters Local 339, and the Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) Action Fund. Since taking office, I have been involved in many initiatives, including: • an increase in our bond rating to AA+ by S&P due to our strong economy and budget performance, saving taxpayers millions of dollars, • construction of the new Saugus Middle/High School complex and renovation/repurposing of the Belmonte and Veterans Schools, • rebuilding of our parks, playgrounds, and recreational facilities, • acceptance as a designated green community, • a record amount of funds in stabilization, • an increase in grant funding for public safety and recreation, • supported hiring police, fire, and public safety personnel for a safer Saugus, • creation of our C.H.a.R.M. Center for hard to recycle materials, • road and sidewalk improvements, • and the completion of the rail / bike trail. Saugus residents can continTOWN ELECTION 2025 | FROM PAGE 2 prolific vote-getters. Here’s the remaining placement of candidates: Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Jeffrey V. Cicolini finished runner-up, followed by former selectman candidate Sandro Pansini Souza at third. This year Saugus voters will have to consider two TOWN ELECTION 2025 | SEE PAGE 8 • 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 wide Public Safety Fiber-Optics Communication System Infrastructure upgrade, • progress on the Town’s multimillion-dollar water meter replacement and advanced technology modernization program, • addressing town-wide traffic concerns, • continued expansion of our parks, trails, and open spaces, • responsible, sustainable development that balances growth with protection of our neighborhoods and local infrastructure, and • continued public discussions regarding the offline schools. I am honored to have served as your Selectman for the past 14 years. I believe I have conducted myself with dignity, integrity, and professionalism with the office you have entrusted me with. I would like to work towards the continued progress our town has made for the betterment of residents and business owners. I would appreciate your vote on Tuesday, November 4th. I am #7 on the ballot. Thank you. Debra Contact information: (781-2339720), debracpanetta@gmail. com, Facebook: Debra Panetta for Saugus Selectman 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! www.810bargrille.com Law Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW”
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