THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, NOVEmbEr 15, 2024 Page 21 BEACON | FROM PAGE 20 minimum wage on January 1, 2029. SUPPORTERS REACT: “Our campaign this year was just another step toward winning what is inevitable: a future in which all Massachusetts service workers are paid a full, fair minimum wage with tips on top.” said Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage. “We will never stop. Just like in places like Michigan and Washington D.C. put the issue on the ballot three times in over ten years before workers finally won the raise they deserve despite corporate restaurant spending and attacks. We will continue the fight and ultimately win One Fair Wage plus tips for all Massachusetts. Workers. This year in Massachusetts we fought an uphill battle against millions of dollars in corporate influence, false claims and fear tactics, and we came closer than anyone thought possible. The fight for fair wages is far from over, and we will continue organizing to ensure that every worker in Massachusetts receives the dignity and respect they deserve.” OPPONENTS REACT: “This victory is because of the tireless work of tipped employees across Massachusetts who passionately advocated for their profession and asked voters to listen to the people most impacted by this ballot question,” said Chris Keohan, spokesperson for “No on 5.” “We thank the voters of Massachusetts for overwhelmingly rejecting this ill-conceived ballot question that was pushed by an out-of-state organization without the support of the very workers they purported to be representing.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “We are excited to announce over $4.5 million for eleven cities and towns as part of the first round of funding of the fiscal year 2025 Complete Streets Funding Program. These grant awards will assist municipalities with the implementation of Complete Streets projects, which will greatly improve safety, connectivity and access for all roadway users. We look forward to working together with local leaders as they begin planning and implementing their projects.” --- Transportation Secretary and CEO Monica Tibbits-Nutt announcing the awarding more than $4.5 million to some cities and towns for the Complete Streets Funding Program to fund local multimodal infrastructure projects that improve travel for pedestrians, public transit users, bicyclists and people using other forms of transportation. “The SAFE and Senior SAFE grants are a smart investment in fire protection, fire prevention and fire safety for the most vulnerable members of our communities. --- State Fire Marshal Jon Davine on the awarding of $2 million in grants to support fire and life safety education for children and older adults, the people most vulnerable in the event of a fire at home. “As we confront an unprecedented fall fire season, I’m asking all our residents to protect themselves, their neighbors and their communities by refraining from any outdoor activities that involve open flames, sparks and embers or other heat sources. BEACON | SEE PAGE 22 The Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! Advertise in The Advocate! $$ I PAY CASH $$ for World War II military items. Top prices paid for helmets, swords, daggers, uniforms, etc. Call 617-719-1698 Aging in Place? AmeriGlide offers affordable stair lifts to keep you safe on the stairs. Benefits of an AmeriGlide stair lift: Regain your independence Eliminate the risk of falls on the stairs Access all levels of your home CALL NOW TO SAVE $200 1-844-237-6716 r ON ANY STAIR LIFT! Call today and r FREE SHOWER P PLUS $1600 OFF GE 0 OFF 1-844-609-10661 walk-in tub purchase. Offer available while supplies last. No cash value. Must present offer at time of purchase. CSLB 1082165 NSCB 0082999 0083445 With purchase of a new Safe Step Walk-In Tub. Not applicable with any previous y Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 Call 781-233-4446 for great rates! Your Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $175 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. SPECIAL OFFER
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