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Serino had misgivings about creating the Charter Commission, worrying that it would strip away Saugus’ hometown government feel and character. Ballot Question One lost by just 193 votes in a contentious and polarizing political campaign. But some of the same questions about the future of Saugus town government could resurface in future months if this year’s Annual Town Meeting approves Article 37 – a proposal that’s been crafted and authored by Cogliano and Serino to establish a Town Meeting Charter Review Committee. “This is about as bipartisan as you can get in Saugus,” Cogliano said of his collaboration with Serino on a proposal for a 13-member panel to review the existing Town Charter and recommend any updates or amendments if needed. The committee would produce a report with any updates or recommendations to be considered at the 2027 Annual Town Meeting. “I talked to Anthony at a basketball game about it and we decided to give it a try,” Serino said. He noted that a lot of people in town want to see some kind of Town Charter review, as Question One lost by less than 200 votes three years ago. The committee, if created, would include two selectmen: Cogliano and Serino. There would be 10 Town Meeting members on the panel – one selected by the five members in each of the 10 town precincts. There would also be one School Committee member appointed by the School Committee. This year’s Annual Town TOWN MEETING | SEE PAGE 2 Established 1978 Mid-grade Regular 3.68 4.24 5.18 $4.47 Full Service ULS $4.37 9 Order online at angelosoil.com Kerosene Now Available! 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As a special service to our readers and the registered voters of Saugus, we are reaching out to all 50 Town Meeting members, focusing on one precinct each week, in the weeks leading up to the start of Town Meeting, asking members about their expectations for the upcoming Town Meeting. This week, we received responses from four of the five Town Meeting Members in Precinct 9. For next week’s newspaper, we will reach out to the five Town Meeting Members from Precinct 10. TOWN MEETING | FROM PAGE 1 Meeting convenes at 7:30 p.m. on May 4 in the second floor auditorium at Town Hall. There are 46 warrant articles posted on the town website. Many of them involve the town budget for the 2027 Fiscal Year that begins July 1. In addition to Article 37, Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member Matthew Parlante has authored Article 41 – a new section to the Town Bylaws – which would establish a recurring Charter Review Committee every five years, beginning Question One: What do you consider the top priority for the town as you prepare for the opening of the 2026 Town Meeting session? Katrina Berube: I think that the key priorities on this year’s warrant include balancing appropriate funding for our schools with maintaining the town’s long-term fiscal stability. We need to support our students while ensuring responsible financial planning for the entire community. Another important item is the discussion around forming a Charter Review Commitin 2031. The Charter Review Committee, according to Parlante’s proposal, would consist of 11 Town Meeting members selected by a public lottery by those expressing an interest in serving a two-year term. The committee would present an initial report at the first Annual Town Meeting following its formation. The committee would submit a final report at the second annual Town Meeting following its formation. It would dissolve upon completion of its final report unless the Town Meeting voted to extend its term. Here are some of the hightee. This has been raised in recent years, and it may be time to take a comprehensive look at how our town government is structured and whether updates are needed. Finally, the proposed bylaw regulating e-bike usage is a timely measure focused on public safety as new forms of transportation become more common in our community. Jaime Lincoln: I feel the recent hot topic is the budget for the schools. I am in full support for a fully funded school budget. My belief is that the schools are the founlights of articles that are expected to draw debate at this year’s Annual Town Meeting. –Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member Peter A. Rossetti Jr. has authored Article 40, a measure to see if the town will establish a committee to study and review the Saugus Town Zoning Bylaws, to see if it’s necessary to have a complete zoning rewrite, using the assistance of a professional zoning consultant, urban planners and legal support. The committee would include five Town Meeting members who request membership from the Town Moderdation of a town and its reputation. Strong schools and youth sports are the heart of raising our next generation. I have been grateful for a wonderful experience thus far with my 2 children ages 10 and 7, but I know there are children whose needs can not be met and those who can’t reach their potential in a classroom of 29 kids. I do not want this to come at the expense of the taxpayers, seniors or other crucial departments in the town. I am hopeful continued discussion will develop other sources of revenue through town leaderator, the building inspector or a member of the Inspectional services Department, the Fire Chief and representatives of the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals. –Precinct 2 Town Meeting Member Matthew Parlante has authored Article 42, a measure that would create an 11-member Bylaw Review Committee. –Precinct 5 Town Meeting Member Ron Wallace has submitted Article 38, a resolution for the Town Manager’s Office to provide more options for the disposal of litter. –Precinct 6 Town Meeting ship to make this happen. With the right people continuing to push for other sources of revenue for the town it would be great for more large, successful businesses to be brought into Saugus to generate revenue but we need to seek them out or make it so that we are sought out! Nicole Parziale: My three top priorities are school funding, e-bike safety, and oversight of new town developments. After watching a budget meeting, I heard claims TOWN MEETING | SEE PAGE 3 Member Elizabeth Marchese has submitted Article 35, a resolution to encourage the town manager and other municipal officials to take all necessary administrative steps to improve compliance, accountability and public access to records. –Precinct 6 Town Meeting Member Elizabeth Marchese has authored Article 34, a nonbinding resolution regarding a Host Community Agreement with WIN Waste Innovations. –Article 33, submitted by Precinct 6 Town Meeting Member Elizabeth Marchese, would establish new regulations in the town Bylaws regulating the operation of electric bicycles and motorized micromobility devices. –Article 32, authored by Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Jenna Nuzzo, would require the town manager to prepare a report to the Board of Selectmen and Town Meeting detailing the costs associated with vacant school buildings owned by the town. –Article 31, authored by Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Jenna Nuzzo, would establish a Vacant School Facilities Assessment Committee to evaluate vacant school buildings owned by the town. –Article 30, authored by Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Peter Manoogian, would request the Board of Selectmen to develop a policy that would outline procedures for speed tables and other traffic calming devices. ׉ 7cassandra://5uyBnQVnY5StoadveaxIpc2sRsoCeOv3jKciXnmXcRQ7\`iCTKQ!׉EGTHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 3 TOWN MEETING | FROM PAGE 2 that our schools are fully funded and should increase their educational performance without additional resources. I don’t see how that is possible when classes at Belmonte range from 26 to 27 students without paraprofessional support for teachers and with fewer adjustment counselors to support students. This was again due to losing one teacher at every grade level last year, as well as laying off several adjustment counselors. How can we demand better education when the teachers aren’t supported? Regarding safety, I am hopeful that new e-bike regulations are in the pipeline, and I look forward to a Town Meeting Member bringing an article forward for a vote. Lastly, while new developments can be positive, we must be mindful of the impact that more apartments and families have on our school capacity and budgets. Judy Worthley: The budget is always a priority. I think continued transparency so that the residents are kept up to date with all important town issues. Question Two: What do you consider the top priority for residents in your precinct as you prepare for the opening of the 2026 Town Meeting session? Katrina Berube: For Precinct 9, my top priority is continuing to be accessible and responsive to residents while advocating for their concerns at Town Meeting. That includes addressing quality of life issues like traffic, neighborhood safety, and making sure residents are informed about developments that may impact them—particularly the ongoing traffic backups between the Howard/Main and Fellsway/Main intersections, which continue to affect daily travel for many residents. It’s also important to continue building on local improvements, including maintaining our parks and public spaces and supporting projects that enhance the neighborhood. This year, that includes an arlocal infrastructure and environment. Jaime Lincoln: Precinct 9 specifically I am hoping attention can be brought to the continued traffic at Iron Town Light. It’s a safety hazard and is a serious issue for Precinct 9 members. Speeding on Main St on the Wakefield line is at its worst. Additionally, response time for fire and safety is detrimentally affected. A west side fire station is in desperate need for those in our precinct and hopeful for this to come THE SEAT OF SAUGUS TOWN GOVERNMENT: The 50-member Town Meeting is the legislative branch of Saugus Town Government and convenes on the first Monday in May each year for a series of meetings to approve zoning articles and resolutions and to pass the town’s municipal budget. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) ticle to appropriate funds to repair and construct the Griswold Lower Pond Dam and Griswold Pond Dam, which are important investments in our to fruition. Nicole Parziale: A top priority for residents in my precinct is the ongoing traffic concerns at Main Street/Howard Street/Fellsway. 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Neighbors, community groups, elected officials and others gathered for the cleanup at the park, which will have a new playground installed. Trang Le, who lives in the neighborhood with her husband, Chris Rizza, coordinated the event, which was sponsored by WIN Waste Innovations, Selectman Anthony Cogliano and State Rep. Donald Wong, who collectively provided supplies, volunteers, food and ice cream. Junkster Bags helped with disposal, while Selectman Frank Federico also participated, as Shown from left to right: Saugus Middle School seventh grader Viviana Barrera, Dispatcher Rachel Barrera, Belmonte STEAM Academy fourth grader Alexandra Barrera, neighbor Penny Beal and Eddie Barrera cleaned up in front of Beal’s home. did a group from the Saugus Boys & Girls Club. “WIN Waste Innovations was proud to sponsor the cleanup of Golden Hills Park alongside our neighbors in Saugus,” said Elliott Casey, plant manager. “When our loShown from left to right: Michael, Val, G.G. and Leo Parziale, Precinct 9 Town Meeting Member Nicole Parziale and WIN Waste Innovations Plant Manager Elliott Casey. cal elected officials reached out and asked us to support this effort, we were glad to step up. Community residents like Trang are the backbone of what makes Saugus a great place to live, and we are honored to stand behind that kind of civic dedication. Supporting community cleanups and charitable initiatives is something we do hundreds of times a year across the communities where we operate, and Golden Hills Park is a beautiful space worth proSaugus High School junior Antonio Monroy-Nollett and sophomore Moses Perez found cans and bottles while cleaning up. tecting. Being a good neighbor means showing up when it matters, and we would not have it any other way.” CLEANUP | SEE PAGE 5 50 State Representative Donald Wong, School Committee Vice Chair Stephanie Mastrocola, volunteers and WIN staff Spring is Here! 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 67 Years in Business! n Roofing fng ׉ 7cassandra://BKaBCRAGXPNWsQvdf4unAwQ6etdcr-fl1ci2BRz_kCs=`iCTKQ!׉E THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 5 CLEANUP | FROM PAGE 4 Resident Trang Le Rizza has been organizing an annual Earth Day cleanup around her home since 2020. She and her husband Chris walk their dog, Free, and clean around the neighborhood. “Then, I organized an annual neighborhood Earth Day cleanup, which has taken on its own momentum,” Le Rizza said. “There are so many people that do so much for our neighborhood daily — thank you.” According to WIN Waste Innovations Public Affairs Specialist Kelsey Dumville, approximately 75 people helped to clean up trash, and WIN provided pickers, gloves and trash bags on Saturday. “Members of the Boys and Girls Club, WIN Waste, Town Meeting members, School Committee, Board of Selectmen, residents and cheer team members all pitched in,” Boys and Girls Club members, shown from left to right: Front row: Allyson Perlera, Ariana Velev, Gabriella Munera, Camila Perlera and Josephine Forbes; back row: WIN Waste Innovations Plant Manager Elliott Casey, Sophia Sanchez, Emily Sacco, Christina Calderon, Myla Hearn, Aracelis Mota, Julie Troville and Teresa Barbiero. Dumville said. She thanked Gary Sweezey for pulling out all the tires from Spring Pond, Al McCauley, Billy Stuffle, Dorothy “Dottie” Barker, Dan Kelley and many others for their tireless efforts to preserve, protect and clean the neighborhood. Saugus High School junior Antonio Monroy-Nollett and Saugus High School sophomore Moses Perez collected cans and bottles along Sweetwater Street. “Thankful for all the volunteers/neighbors and our supporters,” Le Rizza said. “Thank you WIN for your generosity with supplies and volunteers, Wong for the food and CogliShown from left to right: Front row: Joseph Mokos, Philip Mokos and Jack Dumville; back row: Madison Mokos, WIN Waste Innovations Public Affairs Specialist Kelsey Dumville, Sophie Smith, WIN Waste Innovations Plant Manager Elliott Casey. ano for the ice cream.” State Rep. Donald Wong, who donated platters of food from Kowloon, helped to secure $100,000 in funding for the playground renovation Shown from left to right: Al McCauley, Trang Le Rizza, Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Anthony Cogliano, Selectman Frank Federico and Junkster Bags owner Leo Guarente. in Fiscal Year 2024 and Fiscal Year 2025. “It’s great to see the community cleaning up and getting together for CLEANUP | SEE PAGE 9 “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com Event co-organizer Trang Le Rizza (second from left) took a photograph with Board of Selectmen Vice Chair Anthony Cogliano and Selectman Frank Federico, as well as Boys and Girls Club members. Shown from left to right: Al McCauley, Margie Bower and Linda Cusack cleaned up trash along Sweetwater Street. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated Earn an EASY$20 every month. 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Vogler Good morning, Saugus What can you say about somebody who trains for months on a rigorous, physically-challenging schedule in all kinds of weather to run in a race that covers 26.2 miles through eight communities? Simply answered, that’s one heck of an athletic accomplishment no matter what their time is when they cross the finish line – whether it takes them three, four, five or sixplus hours. Sixteen Saugus residents were among more than 30,000 runners who completed this year’s Boston Marathon this past Monday. The group included 11 women and five men. Christopher Chapruet, 34, was the fastest man in the group, completing the race with a time of two hours, 56 minutes and 10 seconds. Pablo Rodriguez, 45, finished second in the group with a time of 3:05:04. Casey Hyde, 31, had the best time among women runners from Saugus, finishing at 3:26:12. There were three runners in their 20s – all women – Sadie Bossi, 28; Erin Donlan, 24; and Astrid Toro, 28. There were three runners in their 60s – woman runners Stephanie Romano, 63, and Brenda Iafrate, 61 – and a longtime male marathoner – Robert Favuzza, 61. And there were seven other runners who completed this historic race – a personal achievement they will remember for the rest of their lives – five women: Jillian Bowe, 30; Abbey Chesna, 47; Claribel Oliveras-Ortiz, 49; Gina Spaziani, 59; and Kit Vincent, 34; and two men: Manolo Morales, 36; and Daniel Nucci, 36. It’s quite possible that there were other marathon runners in the race with Saugus connections – people who work in town but live elsewhere; former Saugus residents or Saugus residents who ran under a different town registration. Let us know, so we can salute you, too. Any Saugus resident who trains for and successfully completes a prestigious race like the Boston Marathon has done their community proud and deserves to be honored. 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Veterans who cannot afford the donation may be served free. The Friday breakfasts will last until May 29. Cleaning up the town There’s a lot of raking and sweeping going on in Saugus lately, as a number of residents, led by Town Meeting members, are initiating various cleanups in their respective neighborhoods. Here’s a rundown on what’s happening. · Tomorrow (Saturday, April 25): Volunteers will be getting together to paint and clean up the Oaklandvale School starting at 8 a.m. Ashley Panzini reached out to the Board of Selectmen this week to spread the word to people who want to join in the cleanup. · Sunday (April 26): Attention Precinct 1: Join your Town Meeting Members for a community cleanup from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Appleton Street, Stackpole Gate Area. Additional parking is available at the Knights of Columbus. We will clean up Prankers Pond and other areas in our precinct. All are welcome. Come for as long as you can. Hope to see you there! Can’t make it, join the Saugus Precinct 1 Facebook Page; submitted by Precinct 1 Town Meeting Member Stacey Herman-Dorant. · Saturday, May 2: Residents of Precinct 5 are organizing a cleanup at the Lynnhurst School beginning at 8 a.m. and lasting through noon. Trash bags and water will be provided. Tree Farm cleanup tomorrow Organizers of the Tree Farm’s Annual Arbor Day Cleanup welcome your help tomorrow (Saturday, April 25). Laura Eisener reports that volunteers are invited to join the Saugus Tree Committee, SAVE and Saugus Garden Club members at the Tree Farm for the annual Arbor Day cleanup and maintenance day. The Tree Farm exists to grow sapling trees, which have been donated or purchased, until they are a size that can be used as street trees or park trees around the town. Many trees raised at the Tree Farm in past years have taken their places on streets, grounds of former schools and other public sites. This year, the Tree Farm maintenance and planting will take place on Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to noon. The rain date is May 2. “We need help weeding and cleaning up along with digging holes on the right side of the farm to transplant our small saplings,” Tree Committee Chairman Nancy Prag said. “The main focus will be working on the right side of the farm.” Volunteers need not have special skills or experience, and can come for the whole event or any portion that fits their schedule. The Tree Committee recommends that volunteers wear comfortable work clothes, bring garden/work gloves, wear sunscreen and bring their own spring water. If you have a shovel or rake, or small saw or clippers, you may want to bring those as well, but the Tree Committee will also have some extra tools and work gloves if you don’t have your own. The Saugus Tree Farm is located adjacent to the rail trail. There is very limited parking in a dirt area next to the Tree Farm fence, but the best parking option is Central Street near the Northern Strand trail, facing toward Boston Street (near Dynasty Upholstery). Walk down the path about a quarter of a mile and take a right down the dirt road (you will see a metal gate on the opposite side). Alternatively, you could take Jasper Street (between the bike trail crossing and the rotary) from Central Street, take your second right, Cross Street (small printing on the street sign says (to Auburn Street), then bear left on Auburn Street Park along the street near the Pioneer Building, a small stone building. Walk through the driveway between 25 and 27 Auburn St. and straight across the rail trail; continue down the dirt road, which turns left to the Tree Farm. There is some very limited parking, usually used for delivering trees and supplies to the farm. This Arbor Day activity is a great time to see the tree farm as leaves are just beginning to emerge, and to be part of the process that goes into nurturing our public trees. Town’s annual spring street sweeping continues The Town’s annual spring street sweeping program will resume next Tuesday, the day after the Patriots’ Day holiday, working across town from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. Here is the remaining sweeping schedule: · Week of April 21: Precincts 2, 6 and 8. · Week of April 27: Precincts 1, 4 and 9. · Week of May 4: Remaining work not accomplished in the areas listed above. Please check the Town of Saugus website for an updated listing of roadways to be swept and estimated dates this work will be performed. These precinct maps show where the street sweeping will occur by precinct. As the sweeping efforts are based on many variables, including weather, this schedule is an estimate and is subject to change. Residents are kindly asked to keep vehicles off the street when sweepers are in the area. Residents may assist the Department of Public Works by sweeping their driveways and sidewalks into the gutter area prior to the program’s start. Residents are asked not to sweep driveways and/or sidewalks once the sweepers have swept. Please keep in mind that street sweepers are unable to collect stones, branches, leaves or other foreign objects. In addition, residents are asked to be mindful that sweepers cannot pick up large piles of sand. Please contact the Department of Public Works at 781Gerry 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. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. 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As a town meeting member for several years and 10 years on the school committee, I have worked closely with Scott on THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 8 ׉ 7cassandra://bFHbxU7NLsrp4fEKliBrmLxwdtinguZ7r2knlRW-8vo7`iCTKQ!iCTKQ! rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://kgix8QvQLXhVnGSzt3bcUhSAi1NifxKIRw2dBhUqo30 3`'p׉ 7cassandra://aFf0_zRcWe8Ad0gJOmtR-29Nx4yaFjq7siNeiVgsEYgW`׉ 7cassandra://brt_PvGzvzb-QHIEJ5w-JVc9IArBr1VKDETrFmn3GaA4`iCUKQ"טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://6tVY5u0lhV7ed1N3dDiaWeXr4JL9gaxlsbyN0BCHsGY 5M`'p׉ 7cassandra://PqJ3enUI9WQ5WQg0dhsFCK-sD3A9_YT3Wuj4MEjzFhI`׉ 7cassandra://R9pHIqnAwz2jZ5Z7NjNMQZNQK-opUaMwCLcyIm5rOkE6q`iCUKQ" נiCVKQ"+v̏9ׁHmailto:tino24@gmail.comׁ ׁ ЈנiCVKQ"*v<X9ׁHhttp://gusyfc.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E)Page 8 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 7 ~ Legal Notice ~ Notice is hereby given that Uma Flowers Saugus, LLC will hold a Community Outreach Meeting on Wednesday May 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM EST for a proposed Adult Use Marijuana establishment to be located at 24 Broadway Saugus, MA. The meeting will take place at the Saugus Public Library in the Brooks Room located on 295 Central St, Saugus, MA 01906. Interested members of the community will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers from company representatives about the proposed facility and operations. Also, please visit www.UmaFlowers.co to learn more about Uma Flowers. April 24, 2026 several issues and more importantly I have worked very closely on the town budget. “Scott has kept the town moving in the right financial direction. He has brought the town back from the brink of receivership. People forget that we had the Essex Street fire station intermittently closed, there was the threat to close the library, possibly close the senior center and we were threatened with a huge trash fee and a tax override. After Scott took over he got the finances in order and all those threats disappeared. With careful and thoughtful financial management we are now in a good place budget wise. Outside rating agencies have placed us in a AA+ bond rating. ANYONE CAN SAY THEY CAN FIX IT, ONLY WE GUARANTEE IT...FOR LIFE! • Basement Waterproofi ng • Foundation Repair • Crawl Space Repair “Our reserves and stabilization account has been recognized by the state as adequate and commendable. Certainly all town departments would like more funding and certain elements in town would like to drain our reserves to satisfy their specific ideas, but we must stay the course and adhere to the town manager’s proposed budget and the recommendations of the finance committee.” Want to “Shout Out” a fellow Saugonian? This is an opportunity for our SCHEDULE YOUR FREE INSPECTION: (866) 235-9404 * Certain terms and conditions apply. Ask your Foundation Specialist for details. LIC. NO. 202410 paper’s readers to single out – in a brief mention – remarkable acts or achievements by Saugus residents or an act of kindness or a nice gesture. 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If you call the number provided, you consent to being contacted by telephone, SMS text message, email, pre-recorded messages by Erie or its affiliates and service providers using automated technologies notwithstanding if you are on a DO NOT CALL list or register. Please review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use on homeservicescompliance.com. All rights reserved. License numbers available at eriehome.com/erielicenses/ tra Shout Out.” No more than a paragraph; anything longer might lend itself to a story and/ or a photo. News from the Democratic Town Committee The Saugus Democratic Town Committee will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, April 29, at the Saugus Public Library at 6 p.m. in the Community Room of the first floor. Virtual Meeting on bridge replacement April 29 The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is hosting a Live Virtual Public Information Meeting on Wednesday, April 29 at 7 p.m. to brief the public on the replacement of the General Edwards Bridge, which connects Lynn and Revere on Route 1A. What is happening? At this meeting, the project team will provide an overview of the project and present the latest design updates. Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide comments. How will this affect you? The General Edwards Bridge connects Lynn and Revere by carrying Route 1A over the Saugus River. MassDOT is currently planning the replacement for this 87-year-old structurally deficient drawbridge, with a new fixed bridge that will be constructed just downstream and adjacent to the existing drawbridge. The new bridge will be built as close to the existing bridge as feasible and will feature longer spans with fewer piers in the water, improving navigation through the channel. The new fixed bridge will also provide greater vertical clearance above high tide and a wider navigation opening, allowing most vessels to pass without interruption. Eliminating bridge openings will improve reliability for motorists traveling along Route 1A. Coming Spring Attractions: · Student Government Day: Friday, May 1, at 8:30 a.m. in the second floor auditorium at Saugus Town Hall. Here’s your chance to see future Saugus leaders of tomorrow – the kids who are currently students in the Saugus Middle and High School grades – perform in mock sessions of the Board of Selectmen, the School Committee and the Annual Town Meeting. All members of Saugus local government are invited to come and observe, and even share some pointers with the students. The Saugus Business Education Collaborative will be coordinating the lunch. · The Saugus-Everett Elks will hold a Scams, Cyberfraud and Exploitation presentation. The Saugus-Everett Elks Drug Awareness Committee and Eagle Bank will be holding an hour-long free presentation on Scams, Cyberfraud and Exploitation at the Saugus Senior Center (466 Central St. in Saugus) on Monday, May 11, at 10 a.m. Attorney Stephen Miliotis and Gisella DiPaola will be conducting this event. Become educated in the latest scams that intrude into our lives. All ages are welcome. Call 781-233-4178 to reserve your seat. Walk-ins are also welcome. · Remember The Fallen: Members of the Saugus Veterans Council are hard at work planning and organizing the Memorial Day Parade, which is set for Saturday, May 23. Council members are committed to making this year’s parade and ceremony one of the best-attended in years. That’s a noble goal and an appropriate way to honor all of the Saugus residents who have sacrificed their lives while serving their country in the armed forces over the years. Honor the town’s fallen. Show your support. If you want to volunteer to help or participate in the parade, contact Saugus Veterans Council Commander Steve Castinetti at 781-389-3678. Upcoming events at the Saugus Public Library Here are a few interesting programs at the Saugus Public Library worth checking out: · A teen poetry slam on April 27 at 4 p.m. in the Brooks Room. Suitable for fifth grade and up; no registration required. Verse by verse, let your heart speak. · Please join us on Monday, May 4, at 4 p.m. in the Brooks Room to make Pokémon designs with the Pop-Up Art School. Registration required; suitable for fifth grade and up. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Saugus Cultural Council, a local agency that is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. · Come and have your tarot cards read by a professional! Please join us at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, May 18, in the Brooks Room. Suitable for fifth grade and up; no registration required. · See Jonah Knight perform THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 9 ׉ 7cassandra://brt_PvGzvzb-QHIEJ5w-JVc9IArBr1VKDETrFmn3GaA4`iCTKQ!׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 8 a magic show and facilitate a Dungeons and Dragons game! Please join us on Monday, June 22, at 4 p.m. in the Brooks Room. Suitable for fifth grade and up; registration required. Curbside leaf collection May 4 The Town of Saugus announces that spring curbside leaf collection will take place during the week of May 4, 2026. Residents may dispose of leaves curbside on their regularly scheduled trash and recycling collection day between Monday, May 4, 2026, and Friday, May 8, 2026. Leaves should be left outside at the curb by 7 a.m. on the appropriate days. Please ensure that leaf containers are physically separated from trash and recycling. Paper leaf bags are the preferred method of leaf disposal. If using barrels, however, they must be clearly marked with yard waste stickers. Stickers, which are free, may be obtained at Inspectional Services in the lower level of Town Hall at 298 Central Street, Saugus. BarTOWN MEETING | FROM PAGE 3 cinct 9 Facebook page, which serves as a platform for residents to share concerns and stay informed about community issues. I asked this question on the page, and everyone who responded mentioned the ongoing traffic issues. Judy Worthley: For over 40 years, a west side safety building has been a top priority. Talks and meetings have happened but everyone in Precinct 9 is more than ready for final action. 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. Katrina Berube: I am not sponsoring any articles this year. My focus is on thoroughly reviewing each item on the warrant, asking questions, and working collaboratively with other Town Meeting Members to ensure informed, responsible decisions. Jaime Lincoln: I am excited rel covers must remain removed so that the leaves are visible. Plastic bags, cardboard boxes, branches and brush will not be accepted. Please note that separate trucks collect the rubbish, recycling and leaves, so the leaves may be collected at a different time of day. Missed pickups will not be conducted. Please contact Scott Brazis at 781-231-4036 with any questions. Saugus Youth Football & Cheer Golf Tournament July 13 Saugus Youth Football & Cheer (SYFC) will host its 3rd Annual Sachem Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, July 13, at Tedesco Country Club in Marblehead, continuing a growing tradition that brings together local businesses, families and community supporters for a day of golf and giving back. The Sachem Classic has quickly become one of SYFC’s premier fundraising events, helping to support equipment purchases, uniforms and program enhancements for young athletes across Saugus. Proceeds about several articles on the agenda, but specifically a committee to evaluate the empty school buildings by Jenna Nuzzo. It has been almost 5 years with these buildings continuing to rot. We need to start somewhere to see what can be done - whether it be outside sources funding/renting. The youth, the seniors, veterans or anyone could be making use of this space. Instead we have squished all these children together, deal with an insane amount of traffic to drop off and pick up the kids with no buses to relieve the traffic. So I am thrilled for this article and hopeful for a committee to start this process. Nicole Parziale: I did not submit any articles this year. I’m using this first session primarily as a learning year. I think it’s important to fully understand the process before jumping in, so I can be sure any articles I’m involved with in the future are solid and truly benefit the residents. But I am aware of a few articles that will be introduced this year, and if approved, will really have a positive impact on the town. Judy Worthley: I have had discussions with some town meeting members but, I am not personally involved in any article. from the event also fund SYFC’s annual high school scholarships and provide financial assistance to ensure that all athletes — regardless of financial circumstances — have the opportunity to participate in the program. Sponsorship opportunities are now available for local businesses and community partners interested in supporting the program while gaining valuable exposure. Several sponsorship levels are offered, including Sachem, Platinum, Gold, Dinner and Tee Box sponsors. Benefits include recognition on marketing materials and social media, signage throughout the tournament and visibility during the event. For those interested in participating on the course, golfer registration will open on May 1. Spots are expected to fill quickly based on strong interest in previous years. “This tournament is a cornerstone event for our organization,” said David Silipigni, SYFC Board Member. “The support we receive from local businesses and families directly impacts our ability to provide a positive, structured environment for our athletes. It also allows us to give back through scholarships and ensure that every child who wants to play has that opportunity.” All sponsorships are tax-deductible, with proceeds directly benefiting SYFC’s mission of promoting teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship among Saugus youth. Those interested in sponsoring or learning more about the event may contact SachemClassic@saugusyfc.com. Coach T.’s spring track program Plans are in the works for the Saugus Sachems Youth Spring Track Program for 2026. Here’s the basic information: Who: Grades K-6th. Where: Belmonte Track. When: 4:00-5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays – May 19-June 11. This program is geared toward new track and field athletes. It will prepare them for the larger-scale summer camp. Cost: $150 first year, $75 if returning. For any questions, further information or to register, please contact Coach Christopher Tarantino (Coach T) at 781854-6778 or christophertarantino24@gmail.com CLEANUP | FROM PAGE 5 Page 9 a good cause,” Wong said. Le Rizza added that they live in such a great neighborhood. Saugus Town Meeting Precinct 9 member Nicole Parziale brought her children to participate in the cleanup of her precinct. “It’s good for the kids to learn about Earth Day, which is Wednesday, April 22,” Parziale said. “They are studying it in school.” “Since the clean-up in 2023, there were a lot of people who made it possible for the park renovation,” Le Rizza said. “Thank you, Donald Wong, Anthony Cogliano, Corinne Riley, Frank Federico, Leo Guarente from Junkster, Dan Kelly, and Katrina Berube for your dedication and assistance to make the park renovation possible.” She gave a special thank you to her husband, Chris, for all his love and support. They are looking forward to next year’s annual Earth Day cleanup. ׉ 7cassandra://R9pHIqnAwz2jZ5Z7NjNMQZNQK-opUaMwCLcyIm5rOkE6q`iCTKQ!iCTKQ! rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://ICNeeix1EoOff1L-Fo1cr84atiCX3sMo2sMgCdwn90g yG`'p׉ 7cassandra://2eOGFrFAfpDTCGtYsWWXFo-IY5liuGOvF-JICBiETX4`׉ 7cassandra://Z1e9Cjw0c088ACldx2cJLQpF-YgkutQ8kfel1W-uHjM6}`iCUKQ"'טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://wEPOQ8uKeARBJyLPu02oOOfGNy9lReL3U85MAXgwAR0g`'p׉ 7cassandra://uI05mafjqSavAnXrOdTUKlcU8YARWx300c31iircx54ͨn`׉ 7cassandra://jV6FRV8XbciLxPU4fTSC81Ti4r1PI8T5wHffs46PH10/`iCVKQ"(נiCVKQ",~̮ 9ׁHhttp://www.mvterrace.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Saugus High School Sachems Spring Sports Saugus baseball rides pitching, softball battles through high-scoring week By Dom Nicastro S augus High School Spring sports teams continue to show a mix of grit, timely hitting and strong individual performances as the spring season moves deeper into April, with baseball delivering dominant pitching efforts and softball navigating one of its most eventful weeks of the season. BASEBALL SURGES BEHIND RODRIGUEZ, LATE-GAME EXECUTION Saugus baseball is finding its rhythm, picking up a pair of wins highlighted by dominant pitching and clutch late-game execution. The Sachems blanked Salem, 4-0, behind a masterful performance from Jordan Rodriguez, who went the distance and struck out 15 in the shutout. Rodriguez controlled the game from the start, mixing pitches effectively and keeping Salem hitters off balance throughout. At the plate, Saugus did just enough to support its ace. Brayden Crawford went onefor-two with a run scored, while Trey Riley added an RBI. Eli Fialho and Donny Santostefano chipped in with hits, and the Sachems created pressure on the bases with aggressive running. Chris Mazin and Crawford each stole two bases, while Rodriguez added another. Earlier in the week, Saugus pulled out one of its most dramatic wins of the season, walking off Marblehead, 5-4, in the seventh inning. Crawford sparked the rally with a leadoff double before Nathan Soroko drew an intentional walk. After a quality at-bat from Riley helped move things along, Fialho delivered the game-winning single to seal the victory. Crawford was also strong on the mound in that game, going 6 2/3 innings with nine strikeouts and allowing no earned runs before reaching his pitch limit. Between Rodriguez’s dominance and Crawford’s two-way impact, the Sachems are starting to build a strong identity around pitching and timely hitting as they move deeper into NEC play. SOFTBALL EXPLODES FOR 24 RUNS, SHOWS FIGHT IN 2-1 WEEK Saugus softball continues to be one of the more unpredictable — and dangerous — teams in the area, using explosive offense and late-game heroics to go 2-1 on the week and improve to 4-4 overall (3-2 NEC). The highlight came in a wild 2415 win over Melrose, a game Head Coach Steve Almquist described as “without a doubt the strangest game I have ever been involved in.” After trailing 14-10 heading into the seventh inning, Saugus erupted for 14 runs in a stunning comeback that flipped the game on its head. “We managed to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat,” Almquist said. The inning featured contributions up and down the lineup, including a base-clearing triple from eighth grader Jenna O’Donnell. Fellow eighth grader Hannah Strout added a single and double in the inning and finished with four RBIs, while Sofia McCarrier contributed two hits during the rally. In total, Saugus pounded out 20 hits in the game. Alannah Duong led the way, going three-for-four with five runs scored. Layla Demonte added two hits, including her third home run of the season, driving in three runs, while Aubrey Demonte and Angie Dow also delivered multi-hit performances. McCarrier went the distance in the circle to earn the win, battling through a tough outing while allowing 15 runs, eight earned, and striking out five. Despite the high-scoring nature of the game, Almquist credited his team’s persistence. “This was a total team effort and win as we got contributions from all 11 rostered players,” he said. Saugus followed that up with a 7-5 win over Salem, jumping out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning behind a bases-clearing triple from captain Sydney Deleidi and an RBI double from captain Maria Silva. McCarrier was again solid in the circle, striking out nine over seven innings while allowing five runs, three earned. She also delivered key hits late in the game, including an RBI single and a sacrifice fly for an insurance run. Salem made things interesting late, bringing the tying run to the plate in the seventh, but McCarrier closed the door. “That was a real nice win as Salem always plays us tough,” Almquist said. The week ended with a 10-5 loss to Hamilton-Wenham, where Saugus fell behind early and couldn’t recover despite late offense. Sydney Deleidi led the way at the plate, going three-for-four with two RBIs, while Aubrey Demonte and Layla Demonte each had extra-base hits. Almquist pointed to consistency as an area for growth moving forward. “I would like to see us be more consistent at the plate… we are making it easy on teams with too many strikeouts,” he said. “Same goes for our defense… we just aren’t at a point where we can overcome some of the errors… especially against the stronger teams.” Still, with a challenging schedule designed to test the team, Almquist sees the bigger picture. “I’m hoping that this competition will make us stronger as the season progresses,” he said. GIRLS LACROSSE CONTINUES PUSH, MABEE NEARING MILESTONE Saugus girls lacrosse continues to build momentum while keeping an eye on a major individual milestone. Senior Aly Mabee is now up to 94 career goals, closing in on the 100-goal mark and continuing to be a driving force offensively for the Sachems. The team has been led by captains Mara Faiella, Brooke Diaz and Natalie Justice, while goalkeeper Jordyn Ripley-Deminski remains a steady presence in net. In recent action, Saugus split a pair of games against Winthrop, dropping a narrow 4-3 decision before bouncing back with an 11-5 win in the rematch. Mabee led the offense with four goals in the win, while junior Maria Garcia added two goals and two assists. Sophomore Teaghan Arsenault chipped in two goals, while Justice contributed a goal and two assists. Junior Niki Breton and Diaz each added a goal as well. NORTHEAST METRO TECH TENNIS SPLITS MATCHES The Northeast Metro Tech coop tennis team, which includes players from Saugus, North Reading and surrounding communities, split its recent matches with a 5-2 win over Nashoba Tech and a 7-0 loss to Shawsheen Tech. In the win over Nashoba Tech, Saugus’s Gianna Berry earned a hard-fought singles match, while teammates Jeff Trinh (Lynn), Vinnie Phan (Malden) and Grant Leonard (Wakefield) also picked up singles victories. In doubles play, Luis Fung Chen (Malden) and Robbie Ciampi (Saugus) secured a win, while Giselle Benitez (Chelsea) and Daphnica Juste (Everett) added another point for the Knights. The team ran into a tough Shawsheen Tech squad in the second match, dropping all seven matches despite competitive efforts across the lineup. School Department seeks Town Meeting approval of $1.2 million to help students whose education suffered from the pandemic By Mark E. Vogler S augus Public Schools Superintendent Michael Hashem has filed nine articles for the upcoming Annual Town Meeting, seeking $1.2-million in the Supplemental Student Support Reserve Hashem seeks Town Meeting Fund to help students recover from the social and academic setbacks of remote learning. The School Department had come under criticism earlier in the year for not making better use of the fund, which had close to $4-million available back in February. approval of: –$100,000 for the purchase of resources for English Language Learners to support after school hours and tutoring. –$250,000 to support the Athletic Department in offering programing, tutoring and student study centers for school athletes. –$150,000 for enrichment programming at the Belmonte STEAM Academy. –$150,000 for enrichment programing at the Saugus Middle School. –$50,000 for enrichment programing at the Veterans Early Learning Center. –$100,000 for supporting Middle and High School students in offering a unified assessment and learning platform. –$300,000 to provide services for students who have struggled to adjust to the HELP | SEE PAGE 11 ׉ 7cassandra://Z1e9Cjw0c088ACldx2cJLQpF-YgkutQ8kfel1W-uHjM6}`iCTKQ"׉ETHE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 11 Transparency in Saugus: The Law Requires More Than Lip Service ~ letter-to-the-Editor ~ Dear Editor: Transparency is not optional in government — it is the law. And in Massachusetts, that principle is clearly defined through two essential statutes: the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law and the Massachusetts Public Records Law. These laws are not bureaucratic formalities. They are the foundation of public trust. They exist to ensure that residents can both see how decisions are made and access the information behind those decisions. But in Saugus, recent events raise serious concerns about whether that standard is being met. For years, the Finance Committee’s review of the school budget; a critical step in the town’s fiscal process, has been held at a time and in a manner that allows for meaningful public observation and participaAtlantic Tambone Management MOUNTAIN VIEW TERRACE APARTMENTS WAITLIST OPENING NOTICE (Project-Based Section 8 Community) WAITLIST OPENING - EFFECTIVE MAY 1, 2026 Mountain View Terrace Apartments will open select waitlists for a limited period of sixty (60) days. 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As Town Meeting approaches in early May, there has been uncertainty around scheduling, and more troublingly, resistance to holding meetings in a venue large enough to accommodate the public. This is not a minor logistical issue. When public interest is high as it is now with a significant school funding gap, holding meetings in a confined space where residents cannot reasonably attend or observe raises legitimate concerns under the Open Meeting Law. The law is clear: compliance is not just about holding a meeting; it is about ensuring the public can meaningfully access that HELP | FROM PAGE 10 school setting. This will pay for two specialists at the Belmonte STEAM Academy and the Veterans Early Learning Center. –$100,000 to support High School students by offering tutoring and student study centers. –$42,000 for elective programing at Saugus High School. Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree introduced a warrant article to create the fund at a Special Town Meeting in the fall of 2022. It was approved by Town Meeting members. Crabtree said that then-Gov. Charlie Baker provided admeeting. At the same time, there is a second and equally troubling issue: the failure to respond to public records requests. Under Massachusetts law, municipalities are required to respond to records requests within a defined timeframe. These responses are not optional, nor can they be ignored indefinitely. Yet when requests go unanswered and when residents are forced to follow up repeatedly or escalate to formal appeals it sends a clear message: transparency is being treated as an inconvenience rather than an obligation. That is unacceptable. LETTER | SEE PAGE 12 ditional monies in Chapter 70 funds for public school, amounting to about $3-million for Saugus Public Schools. This money would allow for a variety of educational programs in the school district which are not currently covered by the School Department’s operating budget. Precinct 10 Town Meeting Member Manoogian, a retired educator and former Saugus School Committee member, did some groundwork on the article that Crabtree authored in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The primary focus of the fund was to help students whose education suffered from the pandemic. FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. 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Rossi and Anna Rossi (Lynch). His passion for old movies, all types of food, spending time with family and babysitting his nieces and nephews were his greatest times and most loved memories. Tech Pak, a factory in Peabody for over 35 years. He is survived by his loving niece, Michelle McCarthy-Kesbia, her husband Rabah, and great nephew, Zachary, as well as, his brother Ronald Rossi of New York. He was pre-deceased by his sister, Carol McCarthy and brother, William Michael Rossi. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends were Victor attended Mass College of Art and had a talent for sketching and could draw just about anything. He worked at invited to visitation in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus on Friday April 17. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. LETTER | FROM PAGE 11 Public records are not the property of government officials. They belong to the people. 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You cannot satisfy the Open Meeting Law by holding a meeting that the public cannot attend. You cannot satisfy the Public Records Law by simply ignoring requests or responding only when compelled. Transparency requires effort. It requires intent. And most importantly, it requires respect for the public. This is not about politics or personalities. It is about the process. It is about ensuring that, especially during critical decisions like the town budget and school funding, residents are given a fair and open opportunity to observe, ask questions, and access information. Saugus residents deserve nothing less. If we want trust in government, we must earn it. That starts with following the law — not just in form, but in spirit. Elizabeth Marchese Town Meeting Member Precinct 6 Saugus, Mass. 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