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(Courtesy of City of Everett) Special to Th e Advocate T he last remaining oil storage tank at the former ExxonMobil tank farm site in Everett — owned by The Davis Companies (Davis) and Global Partners LP (Global) — has been successfully demolished, marking a major milestone in the ongoing transformation of one of New England’s most historic industrial properties. The 105-acre site, which was acquired by the partnership in 2023, has long been defi ned by its history as a tank farm. With the removal of the fi nal tank, that chapter offi cially comes to a close, clearing the way for future redevelopment and new economic opportunity along the Mystic River in the Everett DockDEMOLITION | SEE PAGE 4 F. J. LaRovere Insurance Agency, Inc. 492 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-9700 phone 617-387-9702 fax INSURANCE FOR AUTO, HOME, AND BUSINESS We offer very competitive rates, and by representing many different companies we can shop for the best price for our customers. Call us today! Open Monday – Friday 9am-5pm and Saturdays 9am-12pm Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 617-387-2700 phone 617-387-7753 fax n April 15, 2026, Representative Joe McGonagle, along with his colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, passed a bill that authorizes $4.58 billion in bonding for an expanded Chapter 90 Program and transportation programs to address regional needs, as well as the impacts of climate change on local infrastructure. The Chapter 90 Program provides municipalities with a funding source for transportation-related improvements, including road and bridge repairs. Similarly to last year, the bill includes a one-year authorization of $300 million for the Chapter 90 Program. Within the $4.58 billion is the reauthorization of $3.18 billion in funding for several popular and well-utilized proJoseph McGonagle State Representative grams included in the 2022 transportation bond bill, including the Municipal Pavement Program and Shared Streets. The bill also includes $1.1 billion in funding for several important programs to better prepare the CommonMCGONAGLE | SEE PAGE 9 School Subcommittee Backs $145.4M School Budget; Full Vote Pending April 28 By Neil Zolot T he School Committee Budget Subcommittee of the Whole approved $145,395,399 for Fiscal Year 2027 proposed by Superintendent William Hart at their meeting on Thursday, April 16. Despite approval by a quorum of the full membership, the approval was not in a legal meeting of the School Committee, but in a Subcommittee meeting. Therefore, the question of formal approval will be on the agenda of the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, April 28. It is expected to be approved without much discussion. The $145,395,399 is comprised of an operating budget of $139,290,473 and a Special Education and Transportation Budget of $6,104,526, which is contributed by the City and falls outside the net spending requirement of the City required by the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), as explained by Assistant Superintendent for Finance Christopher Barrett. The new budget is 2.28% higher than the Fiscal Year 2026 budget of $142,154,420. 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This event has a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season. Sponsored nationally by Peanuts and Gatorade, Healthy Kids Day’s mission is to prepare families for a safe, healthy and fun sum8 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! mer. There will be an obstacle course, inflatable basketball and soccer activities, arts & crafts, gardening and more. Mystic Valley YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day will also welcome Malden’s Police Department and Fire Department and other local organizations. “It is so important for kids to stay active, both physically and mentally,” said Mystic Valley YMCA Chief Operating Officer Crissy Jache. “At the Y, we believe in providing resources for families to create healthy habits, no matter the time of year. Healthy Kids Day is a fun, free community-wide event that encourages families to take advantage of all the great summer activities the Y has to offer.” Locally, Healthy Kids Day is sponsored by Magnolia Dental, Wegmans, Members Plus Credit Union, East Cambridge Savings Bank, Winchester Savings Bank, NeighborHealth and Cataldo Ambulance Service, Inc. For more information, contact Jessica Podkalicki at jpodkalicki@mv-ymca.org or visit http://mv-ymca.org. About the Mystic Valley YMCA: In Everett, Malden, Medford and neighboring cities, the organization serves diverse individuals of all ages with a focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our mission is to strengthen our communities with relevant, continually evolving programs and services that enrich the lives of all people in spirit, mind and body. Our Y has a 143-year history as a welcoming organization that adapts to meet the changing needs of youth, families and seniors in the communities we serve. Edward G. Connolly Center May Activities Calendar M ayor Robert J. Van Campen and the Council on Aging have planned a full month of activities through May for older adults at the Connolly Center. Friday, May 1, at 10 a.m.: www.810bargrille.com The Garden Club holds its first meeting of the season. Join the group to plan for the 2026 garden. New members and volunteers are welcome. Beginning Monday, May 4: Chair Massage with Miguel returns. Sessions are booked every 18 minutes and take place on the first and third Monday of each month. A nominal fee applies and appointments are required. Saturday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Indoor Yard Sale. Browse more than 20 vendors offering household goods, small furniture, antiques, clothing and more. Wednesday, May 13: Monthly Senior Social. Enjoy a full dinner followed by live music from Ray Cavicchio. Tickets are available at the Connolly Center through May 4. Tuesday, May 19: Lunch and Theater. Enjoy a buffet lunch followed by a performance of “Bon Voyage Forever,” a cruise-themed murder mystery presented by the Delvena Theatre Company. Reservations are required. This program is supported by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council. Thursday, May 21, at 12:30 p.m.: Meals and Reels. Lunch will be served, followed by the romantic comedy “Solo Mio,” starring Kevin James. Tuesday, May 26: Build a Terrarium with the Massachusetts Horticultural Society. Create your own take-home terrarium with guidance from the experts. Space is limited to 20 participants. Thursday, May 28, at 12:30 p.m.: Pizza and Presentation. Join Mystic Valley Elder Services for a presentation on nutrition, followed by pizza. For more information or to reserve a spot, call Cathi at 617-394-2323. Spring is Here! 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 67 Years in Business! n Roofing fng ׉ 7cassandra://-FEJSEDXkTLl5pxmKO9gY_lUZPByLuUQrs0LjykBKqM;`i1KQ ׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 3 Legislative Leaders Tour New England Produce Center, Highlight Urgent Need to Protect Critical Regional Food Infrastructure C HELSEA/EVERETT, Mass. – State legislators visited the New England Produce Center in Chelsea last Friday to learn more about increasingly severe fl ooding that threatens the food supply for more than 9 million people in New England and beyond. The New England Produce Center is the largest wholesale produce market in the region and a cornerstone of the food supply chain, distributing fresh food to grocery stores, restaurants, schools, hospitals, and institutions across Greater Boston and throughout New England and the Canadian Maritime provinces. The produce center sits in the floodplain of Island End River, a tidal tributary of the Mystic River that frequently overtops its banks. Flooding is growing more severe each year and will become catastrophic as sea levels rise. Disruption to the produce center due to fl ooding would have consequences far beyond TOUR | SEE PAGE 8 “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com Participants in the tour included Senator Sal DiDomenico and members of the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Emergency Preparedness and Management and the Joint Committee on Federal Funding and Accountability. 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Mayor Robert Van Campen was on-site to witness the demolition, calling the moment both significant and symbolic for the city. “This is an incredible process to watch unfold,” said Mayor Van Campen. “It’s the last tank to come down, and it represents the broader transformation we’re going to see on this 105acre site right here in South Everett. This moment is symbolic. It marks the end of Everett’s industrial past here and the beginning of a new chapter as we contin50 The last oil tank is shown being dismantled marking a new chapter in the city’s development on the docklands district along the Mystic River waterfront. (Courtesy of City of Everett) ue to transform our community.” The demolition itself was a Lawrence A. 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Michael Cantalupa, Chief Development Officer for Davis, said the moment signals a turning point for the site and the city. “This final step in the demolition process clears the way to begin vertical development and realize the potential of the Everett Mayor Robert Van Campen watching the tank demolition with The Davis Companies Chief Development Officer, Michael Cantalupa. Docklands for the city and community,” Cantalupa said. “We envision a resilient, walkable, innovative neighborhood that will add open space, housing, and retail, while fueling job creation in Everett’s innovation economy through high tech manufacturing and cutting-edge commercial space. With the remediation nearly complete, the future of the Docklands can now begin.” The Everett Docklands redevelopment is expected to play a key role in Everett’s long-term economic and environmental future. The remediation is the largest in Everett’s history, renewing a severely underutilized parcel that is larger than Boston’s Seaport and three times the size of Assembly Row, offering boundless potential for intentional, transformational development. Once fully remediated and developed, the property will support new uses that align with the city’s broader vision for sustainable growth and waterfront access. City officials emphasized that this milestone is the result of years of planning, coordination and partnership between public and private stakeholders, and it reflects a broader commitment to transforming formerly contaminated industrial land into productive, community-oriented spaces. ׉ 7cassandra://YdjWNkZTdfS-3J19wLMMstSC_DSIygWmY0pzRfj2Yfw4`i1KQ ׉E `THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 5 Locals joined the fi eld for the running of the 130th Boston Marathon Residents from Advocate readership area of Everett, Malden, Revere & Saugus were among 30,000 runners in iconic race BOSTON MARATHON “BLING”: Medals awaited all the fi nishers of the Boston Marathon on Monday. (Courtesy Photo) AND THEY’RE OFF! The fi eld of professional men at the start of the 130th Boston Marathon (Courtesy Photo) By Steve Freker W hether running for a charitable cause, personal satisfaction or just the thrill of it all, over two dozen local residents were among the 30,000-plus who ran the 130th Boston Marathon on Patriots’ Day Monday. All told, 28 runners fi nished the iconic race from The Advocate readership area, which includes the cities of Everett, Malden and Revere and the town of Saugus. Each community was represented in this year’s race and each showed up on the list of fi nishers. On a sunny day with near-perfect, spectacular running weather, it showed in the fi nish: Kenya’s John Korir won his second straight Boston Marathon in the men’s division, fi nishing at 2:01:52 and setting a new course record. Fellow Kenyan Sharon Lokedi, the defending women’s winner, also repeated as champion with a time of 2:18:51. It was the fi rst time in over 30 years that the male and female winners were repeat winners, going back to 1994 and 1995, when the same feat was achieved by Cosmas Ndeti and Uta Pippig. Locally, the first local finisher from the Advocate readership area was Alexandria Russo, 25, of Malden, with a time of 3:02:01, at 6,957 overall. This was a time of three hours, two minutes, one second, for the uninitiated in terms of running times. All told the fi rst four local fi nishers were all from Malden: Sarabeth Girard, 31, came in at 3:24:31 (13,243rd); Maeve Ragusin, 34, 3:35:23 (16,327th); and Pascal Spink, 37, 3:36:24 (16,591st). —The fi rst fi nisher from Everett: Bryan Arenales, 29, 4:06:49 (22,234th). —The fi rst fi nisher from Saugus: Erin Donlan, 24, 4:16:04 (23,450th) —The first finisher from Revere: Kaitlyn Burns, 41, 4:48:18 (26,366th). 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Cynthia Corcione Robbine, 42, of Everett, was charged with unarmed robbery and destruction of property. Gregory Laurore, 43, also of Everett, was arrested on outstanding warrants. Officers responded to a reported disturbance at Lucky Mart Convenience, 2029 Revere Beach Parkway, where they found a store clerk with injuries and determined a robbery had occurred. Police said the suspect, described as a woman wearing a heavy winter coat, went behind the counter and took tobacco products. A struggle ensued when the clerk tried to stop the theft. The incident was captured on store surveillance cameras. The clerk sustained several injuries but declined medical attention. The suspect fled west on Revere Beach Parkway. After reviewing surveillance footage, officers and detectives tracked her to a garage on Gladstone Street shortly after the incident. Police found the suspect inside the garage with an adult male. Authorities said the man was not involved in the robbery. Robbine was arrested at the scene. During the investigation, police also identified her as a suspect in a similar tobacco theft at a Citgo gas station in Everett on April 12. Additional charges are expected in that case. Laurore was arrested on an unrelated warrant. Robbine was scheduled to be arraigned in Malden District Court. All suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. Everett native to participate in Haymakers for Hope 2026 ‘Rock ’N Rumble’ event T his May Everett native Joseph Petrone will be fighting for a cure, literally, in the annual Haymakers for Hope charity boxing event. On Thursday, May 7, at the wellknown MGM Music Hall at Fenway, Petrone and 29 other brave fighters residing in the New England area will be stepping into the ring at this year’s event to combat cancer and raise money for their main beneficiary, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Since their first event in 2011, Haymakers for Hope has raised over $42 million for cancer research, awareness, survivorship and care. Participants have been training at local partner gyms over the course of the last four months, culminating in the highly anticipated live fight night at the state-of-theart MGM Music Hall, performJoseph Petrone ing in front of a sold-out crowd and fighting for a cure. Joseph Petrone’s donation page: https://haymakersforhope.org/events/boxing/rockn-rumble-xv-boston-2026/ fighters/joseph-petrone54apsx Regis students showcase scholarship at third annual Social Justice Research Symposium C osponsored by the Writing Program and the Center for Student Engagement, the symposium features student research panels, poster presentations, art/music displays and performances, and thesis slams from students across the university’s undergraduate and graduate programs. More than 200 students participated in the event, highlighting Regis’ mission to cultivate students as change agents in their communities, and to encourage them to serve and lead as advocates for a more just and compassionate global society. “This is the third annual symposium bringing together the research and voices of students, faculty, and staff at Regis to explore unsolved issues in our local and larger communities,” said Associate Professor of the Writing Program and Symposium Coordinator Jennifer Krusinger, PhD. “At a time when AI plays an ever-more dynamic and unpredictable role in many of the professions and our society, this event underscores the power of our mission at Regis and our unique emphasis on the human role in identifying a need, taking responsibility, and developing solutions in a socially just way.” Everett nursing students who presented their research are as follows: Jalen Jones presented on “Are Mental Health Treatments in African Americans Limited by Stigmas of Family and Society?” Krysonia Tavares presented on “Why Mass Deportation is a Catholic Problem.” Kameryn Montimes presented on “Racial Bias in OBGYN Care and its Impact on Black Women.” ׉ 7cassandra://rz40SElaM05zIVzohINWXgHoN8JQRp3T4oVaUkuGAl864`i1KQ ׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 7 Rep. McGonagle welcomes guests to the State House THE PAESANI CLUB ANNUAL POLENTA PARTY ANTHONY’S OF MALDEN 105 CANAL STREET MALDEN, MA. 02148 THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2026 6:00PM COCKTAIL HOUR SAVE THE DATE! LA MORA CONTEST FEATURING SAL State Rep. Joseph McGonagle recently welcomed Everett resident Lauri Medeiros of Metro Family Leadership Program as she brought 22 participants of her Family Leadership Series. These are all family members of people with developmental disabilities. Lauri teaches these family members how to advocate for their loved ones, especially at the state level. (Courtesy photo) Sen. DiDomenico hosts Community Safety grants event Senator Sal DiDomenico speaking at the Community Safety grants event in the State House Special to Th e Advocate L ast week State Senator Sal DiDomenico hosted an event with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) to highlight his work to increase funding for the Shannon Community Safety Initiative and the support it provides to our communities. This critical grant program provides funds for a multipronged approach to prevent and address a community’s gang and youth violence. Through these grants, communities can provide youth programming and help build and strengthen relationships between law enforcement and our young people. 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Officials used the visit to highlight the importance of the Island End River Flood Resilience Project, which has been under development by the Cities of Chelsea and Everett for more than a decade to address this critical vulnerability. Developed in response to growing risks from storm surge and sea level rise, the project is designed to protect the produce center, thousands of residents in surrounding neighborhoods, and interconnected transportation and utility infrastructure. The project includes a linear flood barrier, underground tidal gates to prevent and manage storm surge, and new public access improvements, including an elevated riverwalk, a new Island End Park, and restored wetland habitat. The tour gave legislators an opportunity to hear directly from Chelsea City Manager Fidel Maltez, Everett Mayor Robert J. Van Campen, and other local leaders about the urgency of advancing the project and the importance of sustained state and federal supvid Melly. “Choosing fossil fuel-free options like biking improves air quality and public health, reduces congestion, and drives down carbon emissions. We encourage people to take advantage of Blue Cross’ free credit offer and help move Massachusetts toward a greener future.” Since becoming title sponsor in 2018, Blue Cross has provided thousands of free and discounted rides to promote healthier lifestyles and access to biking, contributing to more than 22 million rides overall. Operated by Lyft, Bluebikes is municipally owned by 13 cities and towns in eastern Massachusetts and jointly managed by the Cities of Boston, Cambridge, Everett and Somerville and the Town of Brookline. For more information about Bluebikes, visit bluebikes.com. port to protect this critical regional asset. “This visit made clear that protecting the New England Produce Center is not just a local priority, but a regional imperative,” said Chelsea City Manager Fidel Maltez. “For more than a decade, Chelsea and Everett have been advancing the Island End River Flood Resilience Project because we understand what is at stake. This project protects critical food infrastructure, strengthens supply chain resilience, safeguards surrounding communities, and represents the kind of forward-looking investment we need to meet the challenges of climate change.” “The flooding we see along the Island End River is not just a future threat,” said Everett Mayor Robert J. Van Campen. “It is happening now, and it is getting worse. Residents, businesses, and critical regional infrastructure like the New England Produce Center are all at risk. Chelsea and Everett have been driving this project forward for more than a decade, and we are grateful for the opportunity to show our state partners firsthand why this investment matters so much to our communities and the region.” ׉ 7cassandra://bPZx4u9et4ZYB88eYLgW7bwTl9BFBQDzOzqn_WvUOG48;`i1KQ ׉E_THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 9 SCHOOL BUDGET | FROM PAGE 1 the increase in Fiscal Year 2026, as a result of lower federal aid to the state, increases in costs at the state level and a decrease, albeit minor, in the student enrollment in Everett. 6,902 students was the number submitted to DESE October 1, but the anticipated number for Fiscal Year 2027 is 6,697. 6,902 is 339 lower than the student population in Fiscal Year 2025. Chapter 70 aid was $126,865,223 in Fiscal Year 2026 and $127,440,573 for Fiscal Year 2027, an increase of .45%, with the Required Local Contribution $45,646,412 in Fiscal Year 2026 and $7,849,900 for Fiscal Year 2027, an increase of 1.49%. Bennett said the Chapter 70 increase from Fiscal Year 2025 to Fiscal Year 2026 was 7.5%. “While we did lose students, we lost an inordinate amount of state support,” Hart feels. “The numbers are not consistent with the inMCGONAGLE | FROM PAGE 1 wealth to achieve its long-term transportation goals. “Investing and improving our transportation infrastructure, including public transportation, roads and bridges, is one of the most important things we can do in the Commonwealth,” said McGonagle. “These are things that are used by everyone, everyday for essential reasons. Keeping up with their maintenance and renovation helps keep Massachusetts moving. I’m grateful to the leadership in the Commonwealth for recognizing these needs and consistently prioritizing. Thank you to Speaker Mariano, Chair Michlewitz and Chair Finn for championing this cause.” “Providing funding for critical infrastructure projects through investments in the Commonwealth’s public transportation, roads, and bridges is one of the most important responsibilities that we have as members of the Legislature,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “I’m proud of the support for local infrastructure repairs that this legislation provides, and of the funding included for the MBTA. I want to thank Chairman Arciero, Chairman Finn, and all my colleagues in the House for supporting this creases in expenses our budget must account for.” “While our obligations continue to rise, state aid continues to decrease,” Barrett added. Nevertheless, Hart said, “The budget doesn’t blur our vision, alter our course or slow our momentum. It keeps us sound operationally. It doesn’t close programs or change the way we deliver key services. It provides students the supports they need and deserve, maintains the academic instruction crucial to student success and allows us to move forward with critical new programs.” Among them are full day prekindergarten classes and immersion programs in Portuguese and Spanish. Some of the funding will be available as the result of a cap on chargebacks from City Hall of $36 million at the behest of Mayor Robert Van Campen. The City pays for some things not included in Net School Spending or the school budget, but then imposes a charge vital legislation.” “Continuing the needed support for the Commonwealth’s transportation infrastructure and programs, this legislation reauthorizes over $3 billion in programs from the 2022 Transportation Bond Bill and it mirrors the success of last year’s Chapter 90 increase for road mileage to grow regional equity. Thank you to House Speaker Ron Mariano and Chairman Aaron Michlewitz for their leadership while we navigate the Commonwealth’s fi scal responsibilities with the lack of a federal partner. The House continues to proceed with caution while balancing the signifi cant transportation needs of our cities and towns,” said Representative James Arciero (D-Westford), who is House Chair of the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Transportation. “I am proud to see another annual Ch. 90 bill fund the Commonwealth’s immediate municipal roadway and transportation needs. This year’s legislation also gives the Administration the fl exibility to deploy additional funds towards large-scale transportation investments which may arise over the next few years. I would like to thank Speaker Mariano and Chair Michlewitz for their leaderMCGONAGLE | SEE PAGE 11 WE CAN HELP PAY YOUR HEATING BILLS. Qualifying households get up to $1,400 You may qualify for ABCD’s Fuel Assistance program and be eligible for as much as $1,400 towards your heating costs (oil, gas, or electric). APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY APRIL 30TH or chargeback on the School Department to cover those items. The cap means the City will pay for everything over $36 million. In Fiscal Year 2026 it was $35,771,530, with estimates for Fiscal Year 2027 at close to $41 million, according to Barrett. The cap means the City will cover any expenses over $36 million without a chargeback. “It provided us with an additional $5 million, reinvested to save positions and 48 staff members,” Barrett elaborated. “Cutting in student expenses is nonnegotiable, to make sure students of the Everett Public Schools never want for what they need and to make the Everett Public Schools a model for urban success,” Van Campen said. “It’s very important we thank the Mayor for making accommodations with chargebacks,” Ward 3 School Committee member Jeanne Cristiano feels. “This is what happens when the School Committee has a functioning and positive relationship with City Hall.” In addition, some costs were cut by not refi lling some positions vacated through retirements or terminations. “New requests were off set by reductions we found, including a net reduction of 55 staff members, including a reduction of 4 in school administrative personnel,” Barrett said. Looking ahead, Hart said the City and school system “must continue to push forward with space solutions through the near-term issues in elementary schools to the longterm dream of building a new High School. (The elementary schools are actually K-8 neighborhood schools because Everett lacks a Middle School. Some of the overcrowding will be relieved when 7th and 8th grade classes are moved to the old High School.) “Even though we lost students, the overcrowding will continue,” Barrett added. “Last year we graduated the largest High School class in our history, but even in overcrowded classrooms teachers fi nd ways to be creative. This budget ensures every student starts with a strong foundation for success.” Hart also said, “We’re rethinking how our High School students get the best education whether it’s inside or outside the building, acknowledging the practices of the last 10-15 years may not be the best for tomorrow. We must continue to explore expanding career and technical education.” He added that classes in multimedia programming and broadcasting and public safety are examples. Hart also pointed out some recent successes in the school system, including increasing daily attendance from 88.4% to over 92% and meeting other DESE targets. “We are transforming the Everett Public Schools into an urban model of excellence and success,” he concluded. 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The Seed Library is back at the Everett Public Libraries, just in time for spring. You can check out up to five seed packets per family from either the Shute or Parlin Libraries. Only available while supplies last! Parlin Adult and Teens Parlin Book Group: Parlin Meeting Room and Zoom, Monday, April 27, at 6 p.m. (18+). Discuss Walter Miller’s “A Canticle for Leibowitz”! Call Kathleen at 617-394-2300 or send an email to slipp@noblenet.org for more information! Gaming Club: Parlin YA Room, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. Join us for board games and video games at the library! Bring your own or play what we have here. For ages 12 and up. Parlin Children’s Poetry Fun: Stop by the Children’s Rooms at the Parlin and Shute branches this month to add a line to our magnetic poetry board. Don’t forget to add a poem to the Poet-Tree before you go! Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Mondays from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room after school on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult; no registration required. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested Atlantic 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. WAITLISTS OPENING: • One (1) Bedroom - Handicap Accessible Units • Two (2) Bedroom - Handicap Accessible Units • Two (2) Bedroom - Elderly/Disabled Units All other waitlists will remain closed. GENERAL INFORMATION: • Computer-generated lottery determines placement • Submission does not guarantee housing • Rent is approximately 30% of adjusted income • Income must not exceed HUD limits APPLICATION AVAILABILITY (BEGINNING MAY 1, 2026): Mystic Valley Elder Services - 300 Commercial St, Malden, MA Tri-CAP-100 Pleasant St, Malden, MA Veterans Affairs - 136 Elm St, Stoneham, MA Stoneham Senior Center - 136 Elm St, Stoneham, MA Additional options: Mail, Email, or pick up at 27 Mountain View Drive, Stoneham, MA Monday-Thursday, 9AM--4PM www.mvterrace.com REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Contact management if assistance is needed. We provide accommodations to ensure equal access. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY ages: six to 14. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Craft Room, Fridays at 11 a.m. Join Mrs. McAuliffe for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Shute Adult and Teens Ready Player One Games: Shute Meeting Room, Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation games! Recommended for ages 11 and up. Artisan’s Circle: Shute Meeting Room, Thursday, April 30, at 5:30 p.m. Join Artisan’s Circle, a Type of Person Needed: * Are you an experienced/willing to learn, motivated person looking for a shop where your skills can be valued? A local company with a fleet shop is a busy, family-owned business dedicated to providing high-quality transportation services and public State inspection services. We are seeking a talented Automotive Technician or mechanical knowledge to join our close-knit crew. If you are dependable and proficient in automotive technical work with a passion for excellent customer service, we want to talk to you. Location: Malden, MA Job Description: * Be able to acquire and maintain a certification for the State Inspection License. Perform light duty mechanical preventive duties, including Fleet preventive maintenance. * State Inspection Services * Miscellaneous shop duties Requirements: * Valid driver’s license with good driving history * Possess or pass the required State Inspector License Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Saturday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM * Rate will be based on experience Contact: Ed Hyde or David Morovitz Call: 781-322-9401 Email: ehyde@maldentrans.com Website: www.maldentrans.com creative open studio with a relaxing, welcoming space for artists and crafters of all levels to work, connect and get inspired! Open to ages 18 and up; no registration required. Shute Children’s Blackout Poetry: Stop by the Shute Memorial Library Children’s Department throughout the month of April. Put your imagination to the test with Blackout Poetry! Can you find a poem in someone else’s words? Recommended for ages six-plus. Children under eight might need extra guidance. Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Shute Children’s Room, Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun! ~ HELP WANTED ~ ׉ 7cassandra://Llh7uzeETZ_lZQFzQFb9VxcTRpdnvan5bg54wzaKWcU-`i1KQ ׉E$BTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 11 MCGONAGLE | FROM PAGE 9 Estate Planning After The Big Beautiful Bill W ith the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill back on July 4, 2026, estate planning for most of Americans will no longer be concerned with the federal estate tax. The federal estate tax exemption is now $15million per person, or $30million for a married couple. Very few Americans have an estate valued more than that. A single person can therefore pass federal estate tax free to the next generation a total of $15million. A married couple can pass federal estate tax free to the next generation a total of $30million. Estate planners now are concerned with estate taxes assessed at the state level and of course the usual issues of avoidance of probate, protection from a nursing home, desired distributions of your estate, etc. Twenty-fi ve years ago, almost all states and the District of Columbia had an estate tax. Today, only 12 states impose an estate tax. Four states assess an inheritance tax. The State of Maryland has both an estate tax and an inheritance tax. Massachusetts requires an estate tax return to be fi led when the gross estate is over $2million. A married couple can therefore pass $4million estate tax free to the next generation with proper planning. It would be great if Massachusetts at least adopted portability so that Massachusetts residents would not have to be faced with more complicated estate planning such as the use of QTIP share/remainder share estate planning trusts. Why not allow the first spouse to die to pass along his or her $2million exemption to the surviving spouse via portability? The federal government allows for this. At the federal level, an estate tax return would have to be fi led upon the fi rst spouse to die in order to achieve portability of his or her $15million exemption. Portability simply allows the fi rst spouse to die to transfer his or her $15million exemption to the surviving spouse which would then result in the survivship, as well as Chair Arciero for his collaboration,” said State Representative Michael Finn (D-West Springfi eld), who is House Chair of the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets. The legislation authorizes $300 million (M) in bonding for the Chapter 90 Program and additional programs. The one-year authorization in Chapter 90 Program funding includes: • $200M will be distributed to all municipalities based on the standard Chapter 90 Program distribution formula. • $100M will be distributed to all municipalities based solely on road mileage. Additional programs to suping spouse having a $30million federal estate tax exemption. A federal estate tax return is required even though no estate tax is due. The same could be true for Massachusetts residents. This might be one more reason for Massachusetts residents not to leave the state. Many are leaving to avoid the Massachusetts estate tax. They can go right up to New Hampshire and never have to worry about overly-complicated estate planning and an estate tax. Maybe residents are moving to Florida as well. If Massachusetts is not going to eliminate the estate tax altogether, at least provide for portability. This way, married couples will most likely be able to easily pass estate tax free $4million of assets to the next generation as opposed to $2million if no advanced planning is implemented. The 4% millionaire’s tax on income over $1million creates another incentive for wealthy Massachusetts residents to move to another state. Most taxpayers now are looking for appreciated assets to be included in their taxable estate in order to achieve the step up in cost basis so that when their children inherit these assets and subsequently sell them, no or little capital gains tax will have to be paid depending upon when those assets are ultimately sold. Now more than ever, not having to worry about a federal estate tax is the reason they want these assets included in their taxable estate. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certifi ed Public Accountant, Certifi ed Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation. port various transportation-related projects, totaling $1.1 billion, include: • $500M for the Lifecycle Asset Management Program (LAMP), which aids non-federally funded roads and targets the pavement and bridges in the Commonwealth that are in the worst condition • $200M for capital projects to support housing development, including stormwater management, culverts and bike and pedestrian improvements • $200M for a new accelerated deferred maintenance and modernization program for infrastructure under the care and control of the Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) • $200M for the MBTA for the procurement of electrically powered locomotives The legislation also reauthorizes $3.18 billion in funding for several programs included in the 2022 Transportation Bond Bill, such as: • $2.3 billion for projects on interstates and other federally aided highways • $800M for improvements to non-federally aided roadways and bridges • $65M for the Municipal Pavement Program for engineering, permitting, design and climate change adaptation on municipal ways • $12M for grants for the Shared Streets Program for improvements and projects to municipal streets to create additional capacity for pedestrians and cyclists Having been passed by the House of Representatives, 155-0, the bill now will be considered by the Senate. Sa Sa a Say y Senior enior Sen by Jim Miller Where to Get Help with Medicare Decisions Dear Savvy Senior, I’ll be 65 in a few months and could sure use some help sorting through all the confusing Medicare options that are available to me. Where can I get help with my Medicare decisions? --Baffl ed Bob Dear Bob, With around 11,400 Baby Boomers turning 65 every day in 2026, you’re asking a very timely question. Many people approaching Medicare are confused by all the choices available today. In addition to original Medicare (Part A and B) that has been around for more than 60 years, you also have the option of enrolling in a Part D prescription drug plan, and a supplemental (Medigap) policy – both of which are sold by private insurance companies. Another option is a Medicare Advantage plan. These plans, also offered by private insurers, bundle hospital coverage, medical care, prescription drugs, and often extra benefi ts like vision, dental, and hearing into one policy. Most operate as HMOs or PPOs and require you to receive care within a defined network of providers in your area. Medicare Advantage plans have also faced increased scrutiny in recent years over prior-authorization requirements that can delay or deny certain services. To help you determine which path makes the most sense for your situation, there are several reliable resources available, depending on how much assistance you need. Tools and Resources A good starting point is the “Medicare & You” handbook, which provides a clear overview of the program and your options. You can download a copy at medicare.gov/medicare-and-you, and you should receive a printed version in the mail about a month before your 65th birthday. The Medicare website also features a helpful “Find a Medicare Plan” tool at medicare.gov/plan-compare that allows you to compare health plans, prescription drug coverage, and supplemental policies available in your area. If you prefer to speak with someone directly, call Medicare at 800-633-4227, and a representative can walk you through your options over the phone. Another excellent free resource is your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), which provides unbiased Medicare counseling either in person or by phone. To locate your local SHIP offi ce, visit shiphelp.org or call 877839-2675. You can also contact the Medicare Rights Center (medicarerights.org) at 800-3334114 for help with specific questions. In addition, HealthMetrix Research publishes a free Cost Share Report at medicarenewswatch.com that compares Medicare Advantage plans by area based on cost-sharing and health status. Get Help If you’d like more handson help, you can work with a Medicare insurance agent. Keep in mind that agents are paid commissions by insurance companies, so it’s important to choose an independent agent who represents multiple insurers – not just one. That gives you access to a broader range of options. Also understand that commissions are typically higher for Medicare Advantage plans than for Medigap and Part D policies used with Original Medicare. As a result, some agents may have a fi nancial incentive to recommend Advantage coverage. That doesn’t mean the advice is wrong, but it’s wise to ask questions and understand all your choices before enrolling. You can search for licensed agents through nabip.org, the website of the National Association of Benefi ts and Insurance Professionals. Taking the time now to compare your options carefully can help you avoid costly mistakes and give you confi dence in the coverage you choose. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. 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Victoria Cutler (2 strikeouts, 0 walks, 3 hits, 0 earned runs) pitched the final three innings in this mercy rule game. “We came out swinging,” said coach Stacy Schiavo. “I thought we did a good job being patient. We were able to take advantage of what they gave us, and Mia gave us a solid start in the circle, while Victoria finished it off strong. Defensively, we made the plays that we needed to make.” The Crimson Tide put up five runs right away in the top half of the first inning. Arianna Osorio-Bonilla quickly set the tone of the game with a leadoff solo blast. Meghan Comerford then reached on an error, and immediately stole second, before Allen drew a walk, followed by another free pass to Juliette Romboli, which loaded the bases with one out. Comerford scored the second run of the game on a passed ball, and Kyleigh Ridlon singled home Allen with run No. 3. After Ridlon stole second to get two into scoring position, McKenzie Rivera singled in Romboli. Ridlon accounted for the final run of the inning on a fielder’s choice. The Tide tacked on nine more in the second. Osorio-Bonilla tripled to leadoff this uprising. Comerford followed with a walk, before Allen singled in one. Olivia Dresser was then safe on an error that scored Comerford with the second run of the frame. Allen scored on a passed ball. Ridlon kept the offense Amanda Verteiro with the ball as Revere defenders close in during a recent GBL matchup.(Advocate photos by Emily Harney) moving with a base hit, and subsequently stole second to put runners in scoring position, once again. With two outs, Bianca Moran-Leal and Morgan Salvi both reached via errors to account for another two runs, and a short time later Osorio-Bonilla singled them home. Comerford brought her home with a single, while Allen continued the onslaught with a base hit, setting the stage for Dresser, who knocked in Comerford with the ninth, and final run of the inning. The Everett girls kept on pouring it on with six more runs in the third to extend the lead to 20-0. Ridlon doubled to get this uprising going, before McKenzie Rivera singled her home. Allen later walked with the bases loaded to bring home the second run of the inning. Ridlon was credited with a run producing single. Their other three runs in that inning were unearned. It was 24-0 at the end of four after the visitors put four more up on the scoreboard. Osorio-Bonilla had an RBI triple. Romboli knocked in a run on a bases loaded walk. Everett closed out its scoring in the fifth with three runs. Comerford and Cutler had bases loaded walks, and Dresser singled in the third run. The Red Devils finally got untracked with their lone run of the game in the home half. Following road games against Medford (April 21) and Lynn Classical (April 23) after press deadlines, the Everett girls will begin a new week at Glendale on Monday, April 27, versus Somerville at 4 p.m. They will then be at non-league Cambridge the next day to face the Falcons at 4:30 p.m. With no rest for the weary, they will be at Malden to go up against the Golden Tornadoes at Callahan Park on April 29, before coming home to start a new month against non-league Watertown on May 1. Both games are scheduled for 4 p.m. Tide baseball shuts out the Red Devils to secure second win T he EHS baseball team (2-6) also had its way with Chelsea. The game was in front of the home folks at Glendale Park on April 15, and the Boys of Spring entertained them with a 16-0 five inning mercy rule shutout win. However, the first game to kick off spring school vacation week did not go as well, when the Medford Mustangs humbled them at home to the tune of 11-1 on April 21. Freshman Luke Wood (0 hits, 1 walk, 8 strikeouts) pitched the first three innings against the Red Devils to pick up his first varsity win. Armani Negron Everett’s Bianca Moran slides into third base ahead of the throw during last Monday’s road game against Lynn English. The Lady Tide won 24-11 against the Lady Bulldogs. went one inning on the mound, striking out two. Charlie Govostes threw the final inning, allowing just one walk, while fanning three. The Everett offense sprayed 11 hits around the field to help account for its 16 runs. Wood helped his own cause with a single and a double, scoring both times. He also had one stolen base. His classmate Christian Bruno was credited with two singles and scored a run. Louis Quintanilla, another freshman, doubled in a run, and also scored a run. Sophomore M.J. Guida singled in a run and was hit by a pitch to go along with one stolen base. Junior Tyler Freni also knocked in a run with a single, and he too stole a base. He also walked twice and scored two runs. Govostes was another one of the team’s top hitters with a single and two RBI. He walked once, stole a base and scored three times, as well. Negron produced a run with a single. Freshman Caden Foley was credited with a single, two walks and three RBI. He scored once. Anderson Santiago and Negron each scored two runs on a single and a walk. Following the aforementioned game against Medford, Lynn Classical came to town on April 23 after press deadline. They will begin next week against the Highlanders at Somerville’s Trum Field on Monday, April 27, at 4 p.m., before returning home to Glendale to face Malden two days later at the same time. They will then begin a new month against Mystic Valley at Malden Catholic on Friday, May 1, at 4:30 p.m. Volleyball team wins two in a row A fter getting shutout by Revere, 3-0, the Crimson Tide boys volleyball team (36) bounced back nicely to beat non-league Lynn Tech (April 16) and rival Medford (April 21) by identical 3-1 scores. Senior Matheus Teixeira Fernandes led all players with 20 serves that included five aces to propel his teammates past the Tigers out of the Commonwealth Athletic Conference. He was also the leader in kills with 17, which brought his season total to 64. Senior captain Christian Ramirez served 17 times, and he too collected five aces. Junior Adam Bousbaa was also dominant on the court with 14 SPORTS | SEE PAGE 15 ׉ 7cassandra://Vhjg50RNJB8rKqRyrVD_7CGcy7IIKL223YOkxIxscd47`i1KQ ׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 13 Lady Tide Softball Hammer Lynn English, 24-11 Covering first base for Everett, Kyleigh Ridlon. Makenzie Rivera at bat for Everett as they took on Lynn English on the road last week. Catching for Everett, Ariana Osorio Bonilla. (Advocate Photos by Emily Harney) Everett’s Kyleigh Ridlon makes her way safely to third base. Olivia Dresser works to get the ball in the outfield during Everett’s road game and win over Lynn English, 24-11. Breann Jasmin takes a lead off second base, as she awaits the pitch. On the mound for Everett Monday, Victoria Cutler. Juliette Romboli at the plate for Everett. The Everett varsity softball team took the mound in Lynn on Monday as they took the win over Lynn English 24-11. ׉ 7cassandra://joMbNh4ugyOAAm9Z7EF-JgYG9lNv6X11YzZa8Oososs9`i1KQ i1KQ  rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://WPT-b8IyA1YKk0hJRgFDan3Yb4-sXjntl0P-WZxieCo`'p׉ 7cassandra://w7pCNkV7n6CL7ChU1Zbcg5dRCuy8Fp5nNGWj7Xrd68gͨ`׉ 7cassandra://7so28u6kcwFrS_ky3Eo4jS_AekOXuxceHgBo-95i_u8-`i1KQ טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://g4gomnTsWdd9ZT1H_MdkiyslZZVqq5uAOjZJJ715q_c`'p׉ 7cassandra://-GZyN2P8GC-gd8ti9tQkWWmpqVLZTUosPev57to4gvgͼ`׉ 7cassandra://vFjGc361hW24Dm-eU4_hLkKUVY8QR-9dscCHpaqqr_k2`i1KQ!נi1KQ! ̵ 9ׁHhttp://commonmoves.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EWPage 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 51 - Report No. 16 April 13-17, 2026 By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of April 13-17. $4.58 BILLION FOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS INCLUDING $300 MILLION FOR LOCAL ROAD AND BRIDGES (H 5375) House 155-0, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that authorizes $4.58 billion in bonding for various local, regional and state transportation programs. The package includes $300 million for cities and towns for local roads and bridges -- of which $200 million will be distributed to all municipalities based on the standard Chapter 90 Program distribution formula and another $100 million which will be distributed to all municipalities based solely on road mileage. Other provisions include $500 million for the Lifecycle Asset Management Program which aids non-federally funded roads and targets the pavement and bridges across the state that are in the worst condition; $200 million for capital projects to support housing development, including stormwater managemonwealth are deeply grateful to the House for moving so decisively on this legislation,” said Massachusetts Municipal Association Executive Director Adam ment, culverts and bike and pedestrian improvements; $200 million for a new accelerated deferred maintenance and modernization program for infrastructure under the care and control of the Department of Conservation and Recreation; and $200 million for the MBTA for the procurement of electrically powered locomotives. The legislation also reauthorizes $3.18 billion in funding for several programs included in the 2022 Transportation Bond Bill including $2.3 billion for projects on interstates and other federally aided highways; $800 million for improvements to non-federally aided roadways and bridges; $65 million for the Municipal Pavement Program for engineering, permitting, design and climate change adaptation on municipal ways; and $12 million for grants for the Shared Streets Program for improvements and projects to municipal streets to create additional capacity for pedestrians and cyclists. “Providing funding for critical infrastructure projects through investments in the commonwealth’s public transportation, roads and bridges is one of the most important responsibilities that we have as members of the Legislature,” said House Speaker Ron. Mariano (D-Quincy). “I’m proud of the support for local infrastructure repairs that this legislation provides, and of the funding included for the MBTA.” “Continuing the needed support for the commonwealth’s transportation infrastructure and programs, this legislation reauthorizes over $3 billion in programs from the 2022 Transportation Bond Bill and it mirrors the success of last year’s Chapter 90 increase for road mileage to grow regional equity,” said Rep. James Arciero (D-Westford), House Chair of the Committee on Transportation. “The House continues to proceed with caution while balancing the signifi - cant transportation needs of our cities and towns.” “Local leaders across the com~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ CITY OF EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS INVITATION FOR BIDS IFB No.: EPS-26-98 Project Name: INTERIOR PAINTING SERVICES The City of Everett is seeking sealed bids from qualified and DCAMM certified General Contractors for Interior Painting Services at the George Keverian School and the Sumner G. Whittier School. All work is subject to the applicable provisions of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30, § 39M and Chapter 149, §§ 44A-44H inclusive. Attention is directed to the minimum wage rates to be paid on the work as determined by the Commissioner of Labor and Industries under the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 149, §§ 26-27 inclusive. Specifications, bid documents, and instructions will be available beginning April 15, 2026 via download at https://cityofeverett. com/bids/. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to register as a plan holder. Please note all addendum will be posted to the City’s website. Site Visit: See IFB Project Estimate: $300,000 Sealed Bids will be received until May 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Procurement Department City Hall, Room 14, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities when deemed in the best interest of the City. Kiara M. Freeman Chief Procurement Officer City of Everett April 24, 2026 Chapdelaine. “The Chapter 90 program remains the backbone of municipal infrastructure maintenance. By continuing this increased funding level, the Legislature is directly committing to improving the safety and reliability of our local roads. We are thrilled to see this momentum.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes ENVIRONMENTAL BILL (S 3050) Senate 36-3, approved and sent to the House an environmental bond bill, dubbed by supporters as the Mass Ready Act, which takes action to support the removal of “forever chemicals” from drinking water, help municipalities withstand fl oods and droughts and make outdoor recreation possible for more residents through improved trails and parks. A key provision would prohibit single-use plastic bags at retail stores and instead allow shoppers to check out with a recyclable paper bag or a reusable plastic bag. Customers would be required to pay a minimum of 10 cents per recycled paper bag with 5 cents of the fee going to the Plastics Environmental Protection Fund and the other 5 cents going to the retailer. Retailers would have the option to make the fee more than 10 cents per bag. The bill exempts from the bag fee any business with not more than one store location, with an area of not more than 4,000 square feet of retail selling space and not more than ten employees, and which provided not more than 10,000 carryout bags in total during the previous calendar year. The measure also prohibits retailers from providing a customer with food serviceware, including cups, napkins, condiments, food containers, straws, plates, bowls, trays, cartons, stirrers, cup sleeves, cocktail sticks and toothpicks, unless requested by the customer. Another provision would create the Massachusetts Paint Stewardship Program, run by paint manufacturers, to coordinate the collection, recycling, reuse and environmentally sound disposal of used leftover house paint purchased by consumers. The program would be funded by adding a fee, estimated to be $1.45 per can, to paint sold in the Bay State. The bill mandates that under the plan, at least 90 percent of residents have a collection site within a 15-mile radius and that at least one collection site is established in each city and town with a population of 50,000 or more. The bill would authorize state borrowing to invest in a resilient environment and an accessible natural world including $500 million for the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program, supporting climate resiliency planning in cities and towns; $450 million for the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust to protect access to clean water; $120 million for PFAS remediation in public and private wells; $125.5 million to support resource conservation and preservation initiatives, including $5.5 million for the Healthy Soils Grant Program; $225 million for coastal infrastructure and resilience; $800.5 million for properties and roadways owned and managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation; and $521.6 million for state and municipally owned dams. Other provisions include $30 million for tree-planting initiative; $50 million for MassTrails Grants, including $10 million for accessibility upgrades that protect access to trails for all Massachusetts residents; $20 million for the growth and economic competitiveness of the state’s agricultural, commercial fi shing and cranberry-growing sectors; and $132.5 million for the Food Security InfrastrucBEACON | SEE PAGE 16 ׉ 7cassandra://7so28u6kcwFrS_ky3Eo4jS_AekOXuxceHgBo-95i_u8-`i1KQ ׉EJTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 15 SPORTS | FROM PAGE 12 serves, 10 kills, and 3 blocks. Freshman Miguel Rodovanski did his part in the winning eff ort with 9 kills, 7 serves and 1 block. Junior Samir Dervisevic was credited with seven serves, and also came up with three blocks. Noel Lopez Ardon chipped in with 14 serves, 3 aces and 3 kills. Ramirez also factored into the win against the Mustangs with 11 serves and 4 aces. Bousbaa was the leader in kills with 15 to go along with 1 block. Junior Donart Maksutaj returned from an illness to tally 15 serves, 7 kills and 1 block. Sophomore Danilo Teixeira Fernandes accounted for 18 serves in addition to one ace and a block. Junior Akush Gurung was credited with 10 serves, 1 ace and 3 kills. Senior defensive specialist Isaque Agostinho helped out with a kill. Fernandes turned in another fi ne eff ort with 12 serves and 14 kills. The Everett boys have since wrapped up spring school vacation week against host Malden on April 22 after press deadline. The Tide are now getting ready for Chelsea, when they come to the EHS gym for a GBL matchup on Monday, April 27, at 5:15 p.m. Lynn Classical (April 29) and Lynn Tech (May 1) will follow the Red Devils to town to complete next week’s schedule. Both of those matches will also begin at 5:15 p.m. Hard work pays off for girls tennis T he Everett High girls tennis team (1-5) dropped its fi rst fi ve matches of the year, including the latest against host Malden on April 15. They failed to win a set in each of those matches, but that all changed on Tuesday, April 21, when they defeated Lynn Classical at home, 4-1. Coach Courtney Meninger had a good idea that the pendulum was going to swing the other way after her team’s performance against the Golden Tornadoes. “The girls won more individual matches within each set against Malden than in the previous four losses this year, which (demonstrated) to me their hard work in practice is now showing up in matches,” said Meninger. “We then carried over that momentum and confi - dence into the match against a good Lynn Classical team.” First singles player Brigitte Parada forced her match into a third set that she barely lost to her Rams opponent, 4-6. Trina Le played exceptionally well in second singles, according to Meninger, who then added, “(Le) was able to fi ght back after losing the fi rst set to tie things up to force a third set, where she (persevered), 6-4.” Thy Phanhang came up big in LEGAL ANNOUNCEMENT EVERETT PUBLIC SCHOOLS PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FISCAL 2027 BUDGET The Everett School Committee, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 71, Section 38N, will hold a Public Hearing on the subject of the proposed Fiscal 2027 budget on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Everett High School Library, 100 Elm Street. Budget information will be posted on the Everett Public Schools website, and hard copies will be available at the Central Administration Building, 121 Vine St., Everett, MA 02149, beginning on Thursday, April 23, 2026. PUBLIC HEARING ON SCHOOL CHOICE The Everett School Committee, in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 76, Section 12B, will hold a Public Hearing on the subject of School Choice on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, immediately following the Public Hearing on the Fiscal 2027 budget in the Everett High School Library, 100 Elm Street. REGULAR SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING The regular meeting of the Everett School Committee will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, immediately following the Public Hearing in the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and the Public Hearing on School Choice, in the Everett High School Library, 100 Elm Street. April 17, 24, 2026 Welcome Home to Periwinkle Park! Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Formerly Carpenito Real Estate third singles, winning the match in straight sets, 6-4, 6-0. The winning continued in fi rst doubles, when the tandem of Sophia Hernandez and Lizy Castro shut down its opponents, 6-0 6-0. Luna Sepulveda and Ashely Pineda, playing second doubles, maintained the trend to help seal the deal on Everett’s fi rst win of the year, 6-1, 6-0. The Everett girls concluded the spring school vacation schedule against visiting Lynn English on April 22 after press deadline. They will return to the courts at Revere on Monday, April 27, before coming home to face non-league Lowell the next day at Rosetti Park. Without a break in the schedule, they will head to Medford to go up against the Mustangs on April 29 and then begin a new month at home versus Malden on Friday, May 1. All four of these matches will start at 4 p.m. OBITUARY Tillie Cogliano lie is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Relatives and friends are ref Everett. Entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 18, 2026 in the Katzman Family Center for Living in Chelsea. She was 97 years old. Born in Everett, Tillie was a lifelong resident. She worked for many years at Gorins Department Store which became Almys Department Store. Tillie was well organized and knew where everything was in the store. She enjoyed life. Tillie’s greatest joy was her family. There wasn’t anything that Tillie enjoyed most than being with and helping her family. She also loved to bake and her sweet delicacies were a crowd favorite. Tillie was the dear daughter of O the late Pasquale and Raff aela (D’Adamo) Carrabis; the beloved wife of the late John W. Cogliano; the dear and devoted mother of Tonia Schramm and John W. Cogliano and his wife, Andrea; the loving Gram of 9 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren; the devoted sister of Lisa Pirelli and the late James, Carmen, Enrico and Theresa Carrabis. 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Parking with attendants on duty. ׉ 7cassandra://vFjGc361hW24Dm-eU4_hLkKUVY8QR-9dscCHpaqqr_k2`i1KQ i1KQ  rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://Gvv7KKyxXQuk8Gc6iomHAPnQWNqCIGtCKIA4t3py-rE`'p׉ 7cassandra://ZMBAm4c7TsqSemIScC6NefRx5zEONyQ9ZOQxqSaiaEYͲ`׉ 7cassandra://GYZRx8GshrBvMcSzkwkonC9ML4vQ5LAgZ3YXGlU-HsE0`i1KQ!טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://Ppsvo_ZnOzKaqbTbK2aY8q9JNRoJxFo4QKve-9po8fU \`'p׉ 7cassandra://hRrku7O0oq6td8RNh8ynonYoRHRMiNXTqMtSfmgm4ygʹ`׉ 7cassandra://h_DRGW_buJIildfGkCvzyhmqSWGsufVGScNl5I9FhOs/`i1KQ!׉E2Page 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 BEACON | FROM PAGE 14 ture Grant program including $7.5 million for the Massachusetts Food Trust Program to increase access to healthy, affordable food. “As the crew of Artemis II recently reminded us, we only have one planet—an oasis of life in a dark and empty universe,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “The beautiful images of our planet from space reinforce the awe-inspiring responsibility we have to keep the earth healthy and thriving. Closer to home, the Mass Ready Act will help reduce our reliance on single-use plastics and ensure we have access to clean air and water, as well as numerous opportunities to enjoy the beautiful nature that surrounds us for decades to come.” “Today, we advanced the most comprehensive environment-centered climate action bill in Massachusetts history,” said Sen. Becca Rausch (D-Needham), Senate Chair of the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources. “Trump’s relentless attacks on our environment do not change these simple truths: nature both centers us and sustains us, and we are responsible for its protection, preservation, sustainability and resilience. The Mass Ready Act is once-in-a-generation legislation, packed with policy and funding authorizations to prevent flooding damage, reduce single-use plastics, enhance biodiverse ecosystems, support parks and trails, bolster local efforts to address vulnerability, promote nature-based solutions, measure water access equity and much more.” “Essentially, this bill increases fees and taxes directly upon consumers and businesses in ways I ultimately can’t stand for,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton), one of only three senators who voted against the measure. “Massachusetts is one of the most expensive states in the nation, and the idea of raising the cost of doing business or even just living is untenable.” Sens. Kelly Dooner (R-Taunton) and Peter Durant (R-Spencer) were the two other senators who voted against the bill. Neither one responded to repeated requests from Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them why they opposed the bill. There was opposition to the bill from two outside groups. “Its Tax Day which means taxpayers are paying their taxes and Statehouse elected officials are raising them,” said Paul Craney, executive director of the Mass Fiscal Alliance, noting that the Senate is trying to impose new taxes on April 15th, the same day as the deadline for taxpayers to file their income tax returns. “This level of contempt for the taxpayers only happens in Massachusetts.” “Once again, the political rhetoric on Beacon Hill is completely at odds with policy when it comes to state lawmakers taking affordability seriously,” said the National Federation of Independent Business’ Massachusetts state director Christopher Carlozzi who is against the bill. - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Worcester Probate and Family Court 225 Main Street Worcester, MA 01608 (508) 831-2200 Docket No. WO26A0062AD CITATION G .L. c. 210, § 6 In the matter of: ISAIAH OSCAR ROBLES To: Julio Oscar Robles any unnamed or unknown parent and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families of said Commonwealth. A petition has been presented to said court by: Fernando Roscoe of Millville, MA Sandra Roscoe-Diaz of Millville, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to Isaiah Oscar Roscoe-Diaz IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Worcester ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 06/23/2026 WITNESS, Hon. Kathryn M. Bailey, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 18, 2026 STEPHANIE K. FATTMAN REGISTER OF PROBATE April 17, 24, May 01, 2026 To: - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Worcester Probate and Family Court 225 Main Street Worcester, MA 01608 (508) 831-2200 Docket No. WO26A0063AD CITATION G .L. c. 210, § 6 In the matter of: JULIO ALEJANDRO ROBLES Julio Oscar Robles any unnamed or unknown parent and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families of said Commonwealth. A petition has been presented to said court by: Fernando Roscoe of Millville, MA Sandra Roscoe-Diaz of Millville, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to Julio Alejandro Roscoe-Diaz IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Worcester ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 06/23/2026 WITNESS, Hon. Kathryn M. Bailey, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 18, 2026 STEPHANIE K. FATTMAN REGISTER OF PROBATE April 17, 24, May 01, 2026 “The last thing commonwealth small businesses need is additional mandates, fees and taxes that make owners’ jobs more difficult and products and services more expensive for their customers. Customer satisfaction is vital to small businesses, and making serviceware like straws, condiments, napkins, containers, etc. ‘by request’ only could disrupt that business-consumer relationship.” Carlozzi continued, “If a customer drives away forgetting to request a straw for their ice coffee or milkshake, they will blame the business for not including it, just as with other proscribed items that are expected by consumers. The bill’s new tax on paint in Massachusetts is estimated to cost $1.45 per can of paint, which will drive up costs for shoppers by adding additional expenses on top of the 6.25 percent state sales tax. This will just drive consumers to neighboring states to make their purchases.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes FIREFIGHTERS AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES (PFAS) (S 3050) Senate 39-0, approved an amendment providing $25 million in bonding for the reduction of firefighters’ exposure to dangerous PFAS through three avenues – the purchase of PFAS-free protective turnout gear, the responsible disposal of equipment contaminated with PFAS and the research and development of safer turnout gear that does not contain PFAS. PFAs is a class designation that includes nearly 10,000 chemicals used to make everyday items fireproof, waterproof or non-stick. Supporters said that even at low levels, the toxicity of PFAS chemicals can be devastating, increasing the risk of cancer, immunosuppression, birth defects, colitis and other diseases. “I introduced this amendment … because I strongly believe that, when newer and cleaner solutions are developed, the harms of using risky chemicals begin to far outweigh the benefits,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Mike Moore (D-Millbury). “We are now one step closer to stripping toxic PFAS chemicals out of the gear our firefighters wear every day. I could not be more thrilled about the huge policy win this amendment represents, and I know that the firefighters who will no longer have to wear toxic gear are thankful too.” BEACON | SEE PAGE 17 ׉ 7cassandra://GYZRx8GshrBvMcSzkwkonC9ML4vQ5LAgZ3YXGlU-HsE0`i1KQ ׉E!THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes $15 MILLION FOR CLEAN DRINKING WATER IN SCHOOLS AND CHILDCARE CENTERS (S 3050) Senate 38-0 approved an amendment that would create a $15 million grant program, administered by the Department of Environmental Protection in consultation with the Executive Office of Education, to ensure access to clean drinking water in public schools and childcare centers across the state. Funds may be used for improvements to drinking water infrastructure to address lead, PFAS and other contaminants; removal of contaminated or outdated water outlets; and to purchase, install and maintain filtered water stations and filtered faucets. “I filed the amendment to address the public health threat facing the commonwealth’s children due to the presence of lead in our school water infrastructure because no amount of lead exposure is safe,” said amendment sponsor Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem). (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes DROUGHT MANAGEMENT (S 3050) Senate 38-0, approved an amendment that would create a Drought Management Task Force within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, which supporters said would strengthen the state’s response to the increase in droughts that communities are experiencing. The task force, which would meet at least monthly when drought conditions exist, would assist in collecting and assessing technical information; facilitate coordination and communication among task force members, agencies and the public; and provide recommendations on the existing drought level and any proposed responses. The amendment also allows the Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to establish outdoor watering restrictions during droughts and gives municipalities the power to enforce these restrictions. Amendment sponsor Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough) said the bill provides critical financing for environmental priorities. “Drought management is one of the best tools we have to adapt to climate change,” said Eldridge. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL GOVERNOR SIGNS BILL MAKING CHANGES IN CANNABIS REGULATIONS (H 5350) - Gov. Maura Healey signed into law a bill that would restructure the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) -- dissolving it and downsizing its membership from five members to three. It also gives all the power to the governor to make the three appointments, replacing the current law which splits that power among the governor, the attorney general and treasurer. Healey now has until May 19 to appoint the new three-person CCC. The measure requires the governor to appoint commissioners with experience or expertise in any of the following areas: public health, public safety, social justice, the regulation and business of consumer commodities or the production and distribution of marijuana and marijuana products. It also mandates that at least one commissioner have a background in social justice. Prior to appointment to the commission, a background investigation must be conducted into the financial stability, integrity and responsibility of all candidates, including the candidates’ reputation for good character and honesty. The new law also prohibits a person convicted of a felony from serving on the commission. Other provisions include making it clear that the CCC chair is responsible for personnel and administrative matters and the executive director reports directly to the chair; an increase from one ounce to two ounces in the amount of marijuana that an adult can purchase or possess for recreational use; increasing from three to six the number of licenses a business owner can hold; allowing medical marijuana operators to specialize in cultivation, manufacturing or retail sales by eliminating current costly requirements; directing the CCC to study and make recommendations for the regulation of intoxicating hemp, which has grown in prevalence over recent years and will effectively be banned under federal law this fall unless the U.S. Congress takes action; and giving the CCC the ability to allow retailers to advertise sales, discounts and customer loyalty programs inside the store and - Legal Notice - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 10-U Commerce Way Woburn, MA 01801 Docket No. MI26D0027DR DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION AND MAILING MATILDE D. LEGUISAMON vs. ANDRES A. GRACIANO HERNANDEZ To the Defendant: The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the Court grant a divorce for Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage 1B. The Complaint is on file at the Court. An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from taking any action which would negatively impact the current financial status of either party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon: Matilde D. Leguisamon, 190 High St., #308, Medford, MA 02155 your answer, if any, on or before 05/20/2026. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of the Register of this Court. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: April 8, 2026 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE April 24, 2026 via opt-in email, both of which are currently not permitted. “The cannabis industry is an important part of Massachusetts economy – supporting jobs and local businesses and generating revenue for cities and towns,” Healey said. “It’s important that we are doing everything we can to make sure this industry is set up for success and that we remain competitive in this fast-growing market.” “During this transition, the organization will remain focused on its primary mission of regulating a safe, equitable cannabis industry for consumers, patients, business leaders, and taxpayers in Massachusetts,” CCC Executive Director Travis Ahern said. “The commission has capably integrated legislative changes before, such as with the extensive Chapter 180 reforms, and we will do the same now as we enter a new era as an agency while working with the governor to implement the legislative intent of this bill.” When the House and Senate approved the bill back on April 8, only six legislators voted against the bill including Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy) who said that the Legislature should work to ensure the cannabis industry operates responsibly and safely. “I would have liked to see [the bill] put greater emphasis on creating sufficient guardrails to mitigate the potential negative public health outcomes related to a sharp increase in cannabis accessibility. I also advocated for more education on public and mental health risks of cannabis consumption. Constituents have shared with me how cannabis has negatively impacted their lives. With them in mind, I voted against the bill.” DON’T MISS THIS EVENT - THE AI REVOLUTION IN MASSACHUSETTS: DISRUPTION, RISK AND OPPORTUNITY - As BEACON | SEE PAGE 18 ~LEGAL NOTICE~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT Docket 26 SM 001244 ORDER OF NOTICE To: Thomas Moles, Jr., as Personal Representative of the Estate of Mildred T. Moles; Thomas Moles, Jr. and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. c. 50 §3901 (et seq): Bank of America, N.A. claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in Everett, numbered 23 Adams Avenue, given by Mildred T. Moles to Bank of America, N.A., dated August 24, 2012, and recorded in Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 60104, Page 425, has/have filed with this court a complaint for determination of Defendant’s/ Defendants’ Servicemembers status. If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of the above-mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before 06/01/2026 or you may lose the opportunity to challenge the foreclosure on the ground of noncompliance with the Act. Witness, Gordon H. Piper, Chief Justice of this Court on 4/15/2026. Attest: Deborah J. 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The timely policy forum is on Thursday, May 7, from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the MCLE Conference Center (Downtown Crossing), 10 Winter Place, Boston. Register at: https://events. humanitix.com/massai PROPERTY TAX RELIEF FOR GRANDPARENTS WHO ARE RAISING THEIR GRANDCHILD (H 3204) - The House gave initial approval, on a voice vote without a roll call, to legislation that would allow cities and towns to establish a personal property tax exemption or abatement program, of up to $1,000 per child, for grandparent over the age of 55 who are raising their grandchild. Supporters, noting this tax reduction would be in addition to any current property tax reduction the grandparent is already receiving. They said this would help the grandparents financially by making up for the thousands of dollars in additional costs they are incurring as a result of raising a grandchild. Rep. James Murphy (D-Weymouth), the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on his proposal and its passage. INJURED LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS (S 1851) - The House gave initial approval, on a voice vote without a roll call, to a measure that would allow public safety personnel with impaired health, presumed to have been suffered in the line of duty, to submit an affidavit attesting that the member underwent a physical exam upon beginning his or her service as a law enforcement official, if their employer failed to maintain these records. “Public safety personnel such as police officers and firefighters who are injured in the line of duty or develop illnesses related to their service shouldn’t be forced to navigate unnecessary red tape if their employer fails to maintain proper medical records,” said sponsor Sen. Paul Feeney (D-Foxborough). “This legislation will help relieve public safety officials of the undue burden of proving an occupational presumption when through no fault of their own, their medical records have been lost or damaged by their employing department.” ENERGY ASSISTANCE FOR LOW INCOME PEOPLE (H 3509) - The House gave initial approval, on a voice vote without a roll call, to legislation that would require automatic re-enrollment of eligible residents into the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) each year rather than forcing recipients to annually re-apply for benefits, as long as they continue to meet the program’s eligibility requirements. “In 2022, the Legislature authorized the creation of an online common application portal to streamline the process and allow residents in need to simultaneously apply for state benefits and services overseen by multiple state agencies,” said sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “The LIHEAP program assists residents with basic heating needs during the cold winter months, and it only makes sense to allow residents to apply once and be able to continue to automatically receive fuel assistance for as long as they meet the program’s federal and state eligibility requirements.” BAZAARS (H 4238) – The House gave initial approval, on a voice vote without a roll call, to ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ CITY OF EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS INVITATION FOR BIDS RFS No.: PLD-26-86B Project Name: Connolly Center Upgrades The City of Everett (“Owner”) is seeking design services from a qualified firm (“Designer”) to develop conceptual plans, analyze alternatives, and prepare a schematic design for improvements to the Edward Connolly Center, located at 90 Chelsea Street in Everett. This procurement falls under Designer Procurement M.G.L. C.7C and prepare plans and specifications and monitor construction for the selected improvements to the facility. The Edward Connolly Center is a valued community facility used for public meetings, Council on Aging, Veterans Affairs, Adult Learning Center, and as a heating and cooling center. The building needs significant upgrades. The RFS will be available April 22, 2026, through the Chief Procurement Officer, Kiara Freeman, Kiara.freeman@ci.everett. ma.us, and the Owner’s Project Manager, Eileena Long, Elong@LeftField.com. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to register as a plan holder. Please note all addendum will be posted to the City’s website. Questions pertaining to the RFS shall be directed to the Chief Procurement Officer, Kiara Freeman, via email Kiara.freeman@ ci.everett.ma.us, the Owner’s Project Manager, Leftfield, LLC, c/o Ms. Leena Long via email Elong@LeftField.com, via download at https://cityofeverett.com/bids/. Phone calls will not be accepted. A briefing session will take place on April 28, 2026 at 11:00AM at the Edward Connolly Center 90 Chelsea Street, Everett, MA 02149. Sealed Proposals will be received until May 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Procurement Department City Hall, Room 14, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities when deemed in the best interest of the City. Kiara M. Freeman Chief Procurement Officer City of Everett April 24, 2026 a proposal that would repeal the current law that prohibits fraternal organizations from conducting more than three bazaars in a single calendar year. The bill does not alter another existing law which limits the organizations to only one event per day for no more than five consecutive hours. “I filed this legislation to support fraternal organizations that play a vital role in our communities through veterans’ services, youth athletic sponsorships, emergency assistance for families in need and many other charitable efforts,” said sponsor Rep. Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy). “By removing the outdated restriction limiting fundraising events to three per year, while maintaining existing oversight and accountability, this bill provides the flexibility.” ROUNDING PENNIES UP AND DOWN (H 5138) – The Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee held a hearing on legislation that would require that all commercial cash transaction in the Bay State be rounded to the nearest 5 or 10 cent intervals in order to remove the need for the penny. Amounts ending in 1, 2, 6 or 7 would be rounded down to the nearest 5 or 10-cent interval while amounts ending in 3, 4, 8 or 9 would be rounded up to the nearest 5 or 10-cent interval. Rounding rules would not apply to payments made electronically, with credit cards, checks, gift cards or other noncash methods. The bill was filed in response to the U.S. Treasury’s announcement in November 2025 that it has stopped producing new pennies, after 252 years of doing so, in part due to production costs exceeding 3 cents per coin. While existing pennies will remain legal tender, the Treasury is phasing them out, leading to increased business use of rounding to the nearest 5 cents in cash transactions. “This legislation addresses a foreseeable circumstance that the federal government has failed to recognize,” said co-sponsor Rep. Tackey Chan (D-Quincy). “The shortage of pennies negatively impacts consumers who pay in cash and hampers retailers from providing consistent and uniform change to customers.” “The quickening scarcity of the amount of pennies in circulation have caused an issue for retailers across the country,” said co-sponsor Sen. Paul Feeney (D-Foxborough). “As pennies go the way of the blacksmith and end up in short supply, we need to craft a consistent solution that ensures cash-paying consumers are fairly charged and businesses are able to balance these transactions over time.” DISCLOSE TARIFFS ON CARS (H 5036) - Another bill heard by the Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee would require new vehicle manufacturers and retail vehicle establishments doing business in the state to clearly and conspicuously disclose the estimated tariff costs on their retail prices on websites and new vehicle labels. Supporters said that the attorney general would promulgate and enforce regulations that establish the standardized method to calculate tariff cost estimates, the formatting requirements for the disclosure labels and recordkeeping requirements to substantiate tariff cost estimates. They argued that consumers have a right to know by how much the costs for a new vehicle have risen by the tariffs. Rep. Mindy Domb (D-Amherst), the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to comment on her proposal. UNCOVERING STAGED SUICIDES (S 2743) – The Public BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://32j1NQAA1uVQe_8qB2koQk2p6IaJRgAFmnaIRpVeFYM.`i1KQ ׉E THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 24, 2026 Page 19 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Cadet, Joseph Hebert Rodriguez, Mario Sternberg, Tally Tran, Thi Hai Duong Woldegebriel, Mesfin BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 Safety and Homeland Security Committee held a hearing on a measure that would establish the training, education and certification standards that must be met by law enforcement officers who investigate a death if a history of domestic violence is involved in the case. Supporters said the bill was filed because there have been cases in which domestic abusers have murdered their partners and then tampered with the crime scene to make it look like a suicide or accident. They argued that the bill would ensure that in death cases following a history of domestic violence, law enforcement officials will ask investigatory questions related to that history and interview family members and close friends of the victim prior to determining whether or not the death was by suicide. “I’m committed to fighting the heartbreaking scourge of intimate partner violence,” said sponsor Sen. Becca Rausch (D-Needham). “This legislation will ensure that suspicious death cases are fully investigated as a matter of course, and that grieving family and friends are not forced to fight just to have their loved one’s lived experiences respected and recognized. This bill is part of a growing national effort to honor the memories of domestic violence victims, to provide them and their families with justice even after their deaths, and to hold perpetrators accountable. I am humbled to work with survivors who have turned their profound family tragedies into meaningful action.” BUYER2 Cruz-Lemus, Reina Kruszkowski, Richard Gebrekirstos, Brhan SELLER1 Lee, Wade T&T Nt Li, Frederick K Tran, Chau Central Court LLC SPECIAL COMMISSION TO EXAMINE SCHOOL BUS SAFETY (S 2861) – The Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security held a hearing on legislation that would establish a special commission to review and recommend updates to school bus safety standards and operator training requirements; including potential adoption of safety sensors, additional monitors, enhanced training and other measures to protect students while on buses, during boarding, disembarking and at bus stops. The commission would be required to submit its findings and recommendations to the Legislature by December 1, 2026. The proposed law, known as “Summer’s Law,” is named after then 9-year-old Summer Steele of Plainfield, who was run over and killed in October 2016 when her backpack got caught in the door of her school bus. Supporters said that the study would yield proposed legislation that would save lives, prevent injuries and make students safer. They noted that the installation of anti-pinch sensors technology that react to very small objects by stopping the closing movement of the door, would be a priority. Co-sponsors of the bill, Sen. Paul Mark (D-Becket) and Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa (DNorthampton) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them to comment on their proposal. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of April 1317, the House met for a total of three hours and 56 minutes and the Senate met for a total of nine hours and 38 minutes. Mon.April 13 House11:00 a.m. to 11:09 a.m. Senate 11:02 a.m. to 11:09 a.m. Tues. April 14 No House session. No Senate session. Wed. 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Ideally situated in historic downtown Topsfield, this home offers convenient access to local shops, dining, and all the charm the area has to offer.ts include in-unit laundry in the basement & two-car parking 781.231.9800 354 Broadway, Unit 3, Lynn, MA 01904 List Price: $259,900 Listed by: Lucia Ponte Cell: 781.883.8130 This unique, handicap accessible, pet friendly condo is ideally located and offers convenient, easy living in a meticulously maintained first floor unit. Set near Lynn Woods Reservation and close to Breed’s Pond and Walden Pond. You’ll enjoy easy access to beautiful outdoor spaces for exploring, and relaxing. The open layout provides comfortable living space with a spacious living room and kitchen, along with a generously sized bedroom. Both the bathroom and kitchen offer ample closet space and storage. Enjoy your morning coffee or summer nights relaxing on your private patio. The unit also includes additional storage, perfect for seasonal items. 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