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H.4802 is a supplemental budget which aims to provide relief to cities and towns which have suffered as a result of COVID-19. This legislation includes funding for projects in various sectors of state and municipal government, including boards of health, public schools and transportation. These appropriations are intended to aid the purchase of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and temporary medical staffing as well as to support local organizations trying to help families in need. On June 25, H.4802 moved to the Senate for consideration. “I was proud to work alongside my colleagues in the House of Representatives to pass this important supplemental budget which will provide much necessary relief to many cities and towns across MassachuSteven Ultrino State Representative setts,” said Ultrino. “The funding that the Malden delegation was able to procure for the city and public schools will be instrumental in providing critical health care services to our residents. 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Councillors Ryan O’Malley, David Camell, Stephen Winslow, Craig Spadafora and City Council President Jadeane Sica cosponsored a resolution calling for Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) Executive Director Debbie Burke to appear before the Finance Committee and provide a comprehensive overview of MRA fi - nances, including revenue, expenses, assets and liabilities. “We get this information every year in an annual report, but I think it’s important that we get a higher level of detail,” said Ward 4 Councillor O’Malley. “I think that as a city we have to be aware of how the MRA is operating financially because if something were to ever happen with the MRA, all of the authority’s liabilities would fl ow back to the City of Malden.” Councillor-at-Large Debbie DeMaria said she thought a presentation on MRA fi nances would be fascinating stuff . “My only ask is to have my name added as a cosponsor,” she said. Ward 2 Councillor Paul Condon also asked to be added as a cosponsor of the resolution. “It’s good to be updated on any liabilities and any programs and how they are going,” he said. Councillor-at-Large Spadafora said it’s a good exercise to check in with the MRA and fi nd out how they are doing fi - nancially. “We know there have been some changes over there with regard to their parking contract, and we know there have been some challenges,” said Spadafora, who added that the MRA was also working on some capital improvements. As O’Malley said, the MRA provides a yearly overview of its fi nances as part of its annual report. And again, as O’Malley said, it’s worth the city’s time to dig a little deeper for the details behind the barebones lists of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses and their corresponding dollar amounts. This week Prisco Tammaro posted the MRA’s 2019 annual report on the Malden MA Politics Facebook page. Tammaro focused in on the off -street parking program in downtown Malden and Maplewood Square, which is administered by the MRA. The annual report lists seven parking garages and seven surface lots. But according to the report, the parking program is managed by private parking consultant SP Plus, which provides more than 2,100 parking spaces in fi ve downtown garages and eight surface lots. Although it’s not clear where the eighth surface lot is, that’s not the big question about MRA parking. According to the 2019 report, parking program revenues were $2,119,123. But parking program expenses were $1,656,904, which leaves $462,219 in actual revenue. “So they make $2M from parking garages and lots but spent $1.5 million in expenses running the garages and lots in 2019,” said Tammaro. “So that would mean 2020 expenses of running garages would be more than revenue? 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Broad access to telehealth will remain critical for the delivery of convenient, high-quality, affordable healthcare even after the pandemic.” Lewis is a longstanding proponent of telehealth expansion and affordability in Massachusetts, and his telehealth legislation filed last January formed the basis for the Patients First Act, which ensures that telehealth services are available across the Commonwealth – services that have experienced a dramatic expansion during the COVID-19 pandemic, enabling patients across the state to continue receiving vital medical care through phone or videoconference without risking exposure to COVID-19. Experience from the last few months has ers, including MassHealth, to cover telehealth services in any case where the same in-person service would be covered. It also ensures that telehealth services include care through audio-only telephone calls, and it requires reimbursement rates to match in-person services over the next two years. Eliminates “surprise billing,” the unfair practice of charging patients who are unaware they received health care services outside of their insurance network for costs that insurance carriers refuse to pay. The situation is common, especially prior to a planned procedure, and it can be impossible to avoid uncovered services, particularly in emergency situations. Expands the scope of practice for several health care professionals, increasing patient access to critical care. The bill would allow registered nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists and psychiatric nurse mental health specialists to practice independently if they meet certain education and training standards. Recognizes pharmacists as health care providers, enabling them to integrate more fully into coordinated care teams. Creates a new professional license for “dental therapists,” who will be authorized to provide dental hygiene and other oral health services, which will help expand access to dental care in underserved communities. Tasks state health care oversight agencies to analyze and report on the effects COVID-19 has had on the Commonwealth’s health care delivery system as it relates to accessibility, quality and fiscal sustainability. The analysis will include an inventory of all health care services and resources serving Massachusetts residents from birth to death, as well as an analysis of existing health care disparities due to economic, geographic, racial or other factors. The Patients First Act now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration. ׉ 7cassandra://elI4DSkbfHfRE5myyPD4JsPkMAty2u3taCoocTWWHE4-E`̰^Z, k@׉E THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 3, 2020 Page 5 Volunteers still needed at Bread of Life to distribute food to neighbors D espite the economy opening up more and more, Bread of Life (BOL) saw the highest number of families ever accessing its Malden food pantry on June 19: 186 families served in two hours. Prior to that, the need for the pantry had peaked at 185 families at the end of April during the height of the pandemic. With the need for food continuing, so is the need for volunteers. “Since the onset of the pandemic, Bread of Life has benefitted from an outpouring of volunteers from the community,” said BOL Executive Director Gabriella Snyder Stelmack, “But the good news that more and more people are returning to work means that we are losing great volunteers.” Among those still struggling with food insecurity are those waiting to be called back to work, those waiting for unemployment benefits, families self-isolating with the virus, and elderly and disabled residents. Opportunities to volunteer at BOL include the following: Malden Food Pantry: Tuesday through Friday, 12-5 p.m. at 54 Eastern Ave. in Malden. Contact: info@breadoflifemalden.org, 781-397-0404. Everett Food Distribution Grab N Go: Every Thursday, in shifts: • Load truck from 8-10 a.m. at 54 Eastern Ave., Malden • Unload truck from 10 a.m.12 p.m. at Lafayette School, 117 Edith St., Everett • Assemble food bags from 12-3 p.m. at Lafayette School • Give out groceries from 3-5 p.m. at Lafayette School • Clean up and load truck from 5-6 p.m. at Lafayette School • Unload and shelve food from 6-8 p.m. at 54 Eastern Ave., Malden Contact: tcandidobol@gmail. com, 781-281-8302. Grocery Delivery Program to senior citizens, disabled and self-isolating residents: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 54 Eastern Ave. in Malden: • Prep grocery orders from 12-4 p.m. • Deliver groceries from 3:306:30 p.m. Contact: delivery@breadoflifemalden.org Former BOL Director Tom Feagley spoke with some BOL volunteers recently to find out what inspired them to get involved. Many expressed the desire to help those in need, saying things like • “I’m not working. School is closed until September. I want to help others in need.” • “I want to make a positive difference. Bread of Life has been doing this as long as I remember.” • “I’m in a position where I am able to do something meaningful to help others.” • “I’ve always worked in social service. It’s part of who I am.” • A teenaged boy who has been volunteering with the pantry for two years said, “I like being part of a team doing good things.” • Many BOL volunteers over the years first came to BOL when they needed help, as this volunteer recalled: “When I struggled to make ends meet a few years ago, Bread of Life kept me and my family afloat. 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The Mystic Valley Area Branch of the NAACP Housing Assistance Program, with a generous matching donation from our partners at Century Bank, will grant funds to first-time home buyers towards their down payment or closing costs. Emergency rent assistance is also available. Through this partnership, funding will also be considered for limited home maintenance needs such as HVAC repair, wheelchair ramp installation, and other unexpected expenses needed to maintain a livable and accessible home. Low to moderate income families in our local communities are eligible (check application for additional details). Elderly residents, with no income restrictions, within the same geographic areas may also qualify. “The high cost of housing in the Mystic Valley area has made it difficult for many families to purchase a home. Owning a home can help families build wealth and achieve financial stability. We are excited to be able to help create more equity and access,” said Zane Crute, President of the Mystic Valley Area Branch of the NAACP. “This partnership will help families obtain affordable and sustainable homeownership. I’m thrilled to be able to provide additional guidance and expertise to families as they navigate the road to homeownership,” said Cornelius Prioleau, Economic Development & Housing Chair of the Mystic Valley Area Branch of the NAACP, as well as Vice President at Century Bank. “Century Bank has always valued our relationship with the NAACP and our community. Buying a home is one of the best investments a family can make. We are proud to offer support to help families purchase and remain in homes,” said Barry R. Sloane, Chairman, President and CEO at Century Bank. For information on how to contribute to the program or become a member of the NAACP, please visit: https://www.mvanaacp.org/ Fire Chief Bill Sullivan’s statement on illegal fireworks “A s the Chief of the Malden Fire Department, and a Malden resident, I certainly share the concerns of all Malden’s residents, with respect to the use of illegal fireworks in our City. Many surrounding communities, as well as cities and towns across the nation, are reporting a significant increase in the use of illegal fireworks over these past few weeks as compared to this same time period just a year ago. “In Massachusetts, where the possession and use of fireworks by private citizens is illegal, their use keeps both local fire and police departments very busy. Each year the injury risks, and fire hazards, associated with the use of illegal fireworks are disseminated by local fire and police departments to the public. This year is no different. According to the Massachusetts State Fire Marshal’s Office, last summer there were many fires, amputations and burn injuries from illegal fireworks in Massachusetts. In the past decade (2010-2019), there have been 858 major fires and explosions involving illegal fireworks in Massachusetts. These incidents resulted in 12 civilian injuries, 40 fire service injuries and an estimated dollar loss of $2.9 million. “Additional data collected by the Massachusetts State Fire Marshall indicates that in the past decade (2010-2019), 37 people have been treated at Massachusetts emergency rooms for severe burn injuries from fireworks – burns covering 5% of more of the body. Thirty-three percent were children age 14 or younger. An additional 22% were youth aged 15-24. The youngest victim was a seven-month old boy. These victims are scarred for life. “People must understand and acknowledge that fireworks displays, common around the July 4th Holiday, must be left to the professionals. 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Levine “I t is said in Malden: today, tomorrow and yesterday...” It just isn’t fair. You were invincible, Jimmy! You loved life too much not to be here with us any longer. That voice! That smile! That sense of humor! That hair! Those fists of fury for such a gentleman. The way you took over a room, whether you meant to or not. That sense of humor – throw in that accent! Forgetaboutit! We loved you so much, Jimmy. Everybody did. Edgeworth grieves for the extra-large hole that you leave in our lives. It is with extremely heavy heart that I share the loss of the last of the “stand-up guys,” often imitated, never duplicated, Jimmy the “Prince of Pearl Street” Palermo. We’ll meet again someday, big guy. We’ll have a cold one and maybe you can make us one of those extra-long sausage subs you were so famous for at 3 in the morning. Rest in peace, friend. Many Malden historical preservationists (Barbara Tolstrup at the top of the list) wish to keep any hint of our past alive for future generations to appreciate, big and small, so I feel I can speak for many of us when I say we hope the “Edson Fashions” ghost sign remains on the façade outside the newly renovated storefront for Boda Borg. Unite Malden 2020! Count me all in! I know I am late with this remembrance but circumstances beyond my control prevented me from posting it earlier. This time of year, I always like to take a moment and remember two Malden boys (and boys they were) who were tragically killed one early summer day some 50 years ago. We remember the night as if it were yesterday. In the 9th grade at Beebe at the time, Malden Street’s Al Owens and Beltran Street’s John Surette were hit by a train on the tracks above Pearl Street Stadium pre-MBTA and killed instantly. Beebe Jr. High mourned. And we never stopped mourning. Here’s to you, Al and John. Malden will never forget you. Stop the presses! In the spirit of full disclosure and before Pete Robby accuses me of more “fake news,” I need to announce that the AOH on Charles Street has once again undergone a paint job to the outside façade. I reported recently how the original color green that was chosen was in my humble opinion “outstanding.” Seems the boyos at the Hibo’s decided it wasn’t quite the shade of green they envisioned. Ergo, the second paint job. Guys, I liked the first shade of green better. Insert smiley face emoji. “Uncle Jimmy’s New Jersey Collection” – amazing! Anybody who has ever collected baseball cards will appreciate the story. Note to any of my friends who may have sold their baseball card collection to me or my brother way back in the day: None of these cards were in the lot. Laugh out loud. Let me know when you guys get sick of this saying. “Maldonians! I have seen the future of Malden Square...” and it is Faces Brewing Company at 50 Pleasant St. I know I am prone to hyperbole at times, but I have a great feeling about this saloon in the old First National Bank of Malden building. Swanky interior with class to spare. Reports of the food as “unbelievable, everything fresh, with high quality Everett Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Owned & operated by the Conti family since 1958 • 57 Years! “Same name, phone number & address for family since 1958 • 62 over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Free Estimates •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Decks •Roofing • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! ingredients.” Cool owners. With the outside beer garden destined to be the hottest spot in Malden/North Shore this summer. Expect hipster heaven (and many long, thick beards) on Exchange Street as soon as the temps start rising. Location! Location! Location! Across the street from the beer garden is Malden’s hidden jewel – Fitzgerald Park! The dazzling mural on the CBD Garage painted by Malden native Ed Emberley! The spectacular landscaping! Peace and serenity amidst the chaos/hustle and bustle of Malden Square circa 2020! Faces Beer Garden & Fitzgerald Park – the perfect storm and the perfect spot to nurse a pint or two on a hot summer’s night. The “Malden: today, tomorrow and yesterday City of Malden Employee Spotlight”...step right up, Nick Pernice from the Controller’s office. Nick was one of Controller Chuckie Ranaghan’s better hires. Well-bred and wellread, Nick is the perfect example of the future face of Malden City Hall. Always adhering to Captain Lou Albano’s “P.I.G. Principal” – politeness, integrity and grooming. Take a bow, Nick. The Ballantine Ale drought of 2020 continues. The city is barren of the ale with “purity, body, and flavor,” forcing longtime consumers of the Pabst Brewing Company–distributed thirst quencher with the three-ring pretzel logo to abstain from alcohol consumption altogether. Until reinforcements come to our rescue of course. The threeringed logo bearing ale with the “balanced but defined hop flavor” has often been cited as the “cause of, and solution to, all of life’s problems.” Yes, I lifted that from Homer Simpson. The late Jimmy Palermo prepares to pin a donation to his patron saint, San Rock, at a past Saint Rocco Feast. His daughter Ann looks on. (Courtesy Photo) Oh my! Political kingmaker Michael Goldman turned me on to this gem – his taste in music almost as good as his topical FB posts! If you haven’t already heard the song by the great Dion (“Runaround Sue,” “The Wanderer,” “Abraham, Martin and John”) and the equally as great Paul Simon (“The Sound Of Silence,” “The Boxer”) a newly recorded Dion song written years ago about the greatest, Sam Cooke (“You Send Me,” “Chain Gang,” “Change is Gonna Come”) called “Song For Sam Cooke (Here In America)” – you really need to. The song is wicked good: https://www. youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=geiaNspk5rY&feature=emb_logo. Nice gesture by Ward 2 Councillor Paul “Class Act” Condon to remember Jimmy (Palermo) during his “personal privilege” time at the City Council meeting held on the 23rd of June. All Season’s Table! Please open those hallowed doors of yours soon! I am jonesing for a beef plate with white rice and maybe a cosmo. Miss you guys incredibly. Love, Peter. Spotted on Pleasant Street recently was Tom Jones’s little boy Danny. Dan is a National Grid guy these days, but in another life the 6' 7" offensive tackle anchored some great late 1980’s MALDEN | SEE PAGE 11 Summer is Here! ׉ 7cassandra://ezT7ouWsD2ycFS9GagvgFavWFd3HgrerB5tRctM_NEE-r`̰^Z, kD׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 3, 2020 Page 9 Northeast Metro Tech shares state guidelines for reopening in the fall W AKEFIELD – Superintendent David DiBarri wishes to share the initial state guidelines from Gov. Charlie Baker and the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for the 202021 academic year, which will be modified as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. While prioritizing health and safety as well as getting as many students back in school as possible, districts across the state will now begin to develop three different plans: one for learning entirely in person, one for a hybrid model that includes in person and remote learning in the event that in person learning is not feasible due to space constraints and other concerns, and one for remote learning only should there be a second spike in COVID-19 cases regionally. These plans will be created by a task force of district officials, teachers, staff, students and parents and submitted to DESE in the coming weeks. The final plan for the district will be announced in August. Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School is waiting on further guidance this July, including information on transportation and busing for the coming school year, and will provide updates to students and their families as soon as it becomes available. “I’d like to thank students, families, faculty and staff for remaining patient as we’ve navigated these uncharted waters; we still don’t know what the fall will look like precisely, but these guidelines create the possibility for us to safeThe Coronavirus Count Malden has 29th highest rating in state for COVID-19 O ver the past week, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Malden increased from 1,222 to 1,237 cases – a 1.2 percent increase, according to the latest weekly city/town cases available Wednesday. Malden has the 29th highest rate for COVID-19 in the state, with an average of 1,825.73 cases per 100,000. Of the 8,303 people who were tested for COVID-19, 14.90 percent tested positive for the virus. People can compare the number of COVID-19 cases confirmed in Malden to the number in neighboring cities and towns as well as communities of similar size by going to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) website at https:// www.mass.gov/info-details/ covid-19-response-reporting -- click on COVID-19 cases by city/town. Chelsea (7,816.28 per 100,000), Brockton (4,300.33 per 100,000) and Lawrence (4,029.45 per 100,000) have the highest rates in the state for people testing positive for COVID-19. Here’s how nine other area communities compare to Malden: Lynn: 3,635 cases, 3,602.46 per 100,000 (5th highest in state). Revere: 1,782 cases, 2,925.32 per 100,000 (6th highest in state). Everett: 1,765 cases, 3,636.45 per 100,000 (4th highest in state). Malden: 1,237 cases, 1,825.73 per 100,000 (29th highest in state). Peabody: 984 cases, 1,764.52 per 100,000. Saugus: 556 cases, 1,956.00 per 100,000 (21st highest in state). Wakefield: 314 cases, 1,162.76 per 100,000. Melrose: 245 cases, 847.10 per 100,000. Reading: 296 cases, 1,076.99 per 100,000. Lynnfield: 95 cases, 815.52 per 100,000. Statewide totals: 103,858 cases, 1,490.76 per 100,000. (Data compiled by DPH and made public as of July 1, 2020 count and rate [per 100,000] of confirmed COVID-10 Cases in Massachusetts by city/town, January 1, 2020–July 1, 2020.) On its website, the DPH noted that the rate specifying the number of cases per 100,000 “provides a standardized way to compare the burden of disease in cities and towns regardless of the size of their population.” The DPH stressed “these are reported cases only.” ly welcome students back to school in-person, which would be wonderful,” DiBarri said. “We’re going to be analyzing our facility in alignment with these guidelines this summer and carefully crafting plans to prepare for what the fall may bring, and will provide regular updates to the Northeast community as we receive more information.” Guidelines that must be part of these plans include: • Setting up cafeterias, gyms, libraries and other large spaces to promote the greatest amount of social distancing possible • Requiring students from second grade on, and all adults, to wear a face mask, face covering or face shield while learning in person and while riding on the school bus; these should be provided by the student/ family, but the district will have a limited amount of disposable masks to provide students who need them • Providing other preventative measures for students and staff, such as handwashing stations and hand sanitizer, and cleaning frequently touched surfaces • Having school nurses wear extra protection, such as face shields and goggles, when directly treating students; a room should also be designated to isolate those at the school who are suspected of having COVID-19 • Determining class size based on how many students can be taught with social distancing in place, with desks anywhere from three to six feet away from each other • Strongly recommending that students, teachers and staff get their regular flu vaccine in order to prevent any disruption to learning. • Surveying families throughout the summer (and possibly the school year) to help with decisions, such as which children will return to school in person, technology needs of students learning remotely and who will need bus transportation in order to get to school At this time, screening procedures to enter school buildings, such as taking a person’s temperature, will not be required. 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Baseball took the biggest hit in Malden and surrounding communities since its Youth Baseball/Little League season for players ages 5-12 generally begins in late April and the Malden Babe Ruth League (ages 1315) traditionally begins around Mother's Day in May, With the on-again, off-again nature of the announcement of what is and is not allowed, it has been difficult to track what would eventually happen to the seasons. Until the past 7-10 days, it appeared that it might not be possible for any youth baseball to move forward in Malden. Fortunately for the lovers of America's pastime, those that coordinate the two leagues, with the help of others in the community, stepped up and used some faith and hard work to put together some form of baseball for the Youth Baseball/ NMT | FROM PAGE 9 ject to change depending on how the situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic progresses. The guidelines were developed by DESE’s Return-to-School Working Group, along with experts from the fields of infectious diseases and public health. Approximately $200 million from the Commonwealth’s federal Coronavirus Relief Fund is available to help with the costs of reopening public schools. Schools are eligible to receive up to $225 per student for eligible costs incurred due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, such as training for school staff, supplemental social and academic services, reconfiguration of school spaces, leasing of temporary facilities and acquisition of health and hygiene supplies. Other potential funding sources to support school reopening include $502 million from the Coronavirus Relief 2019 Malden Youth Baseball Majors Champions Pirates Little League and Babe Ruth age groups. Deano Summers, Field Director for Malden Babe Ruth, put together a plan whereby a shortened, five-week season would begin late next week, running from about July 10 through the first week of August. Fund that had previously been allocated by Gov. Baker to cities and towns, as well as $194 million in federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund grants. In partnership with legislative leadership, the state has also committed $25 million in federal funds for a matching grant program to help school districts and charter schools close technology gaps that have inhibited remote learning for students and families who lack access to computers or internet connections. Specific state funding for each district will be determined at a later date. The statewide closure of school buildings began in mid-March and was extended through the remainder of the 2019-20 academic year as an unprecedented step in limiting the potential spread of COVID-19 and continuing the practice of social distancing as more positive cases and deaths are announced in the state. It is all contingent, of course, on the guidance of Governor Charlie Baker and the city of Malden, if the decision is indeed made to advance to Phase 3, which would allow games to be played on sports fields, including those in Malden. An announcement regarding Massachusetts' progress and if Phase 3 would soon begin is expected either way on Monday, July 6. Likewise, officials at Malden Youth Baseball have devised a similar plan, calling for eight teams at two, fourteam levels, to be formed and play a shortened season, much along the same time frame. Again, it is contingent on guidance from the state and local authorities. "We really wanted to have some form of a baseball season this summer," Summers, involved with Malden Babe Ruth over 30 years as a coach and now an administrator. "If there was a whole season without baseball, I don't want to think about what the consequences would have been." Summers is also involved with the Youth Baseball level in Malden. "A lot of those families want to have baseball this summer. That's a great sign and we all worked together to make something happen." Summers added another great reason why the work was done to salvage a season for Malden Babe Ruth this season. "We had to do it for Bob Rotondi also. He's been it over 60 years around here, how could he go through a summer without baseball?" Summer said with a chuckle. 2019 Malden Babe Ruth Champion Knights Nearly 200 Malden residents achieve honors at MVRCS he following Malden residents received honors or high honors at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School for the fourth quarter of the 2019-2020 academic year. To be on the Honor Roll, a student needs to finish the quarter with no grade lower than a B-. To be on the High Honor Roll, a student needs to finish the quarter with no grade lower than an A-. T High Honor Roll Grade 12: Maya Broomes, Saige Brutus, Danielle Downie, Sarah Lin, Natalie LoRusso, Jason Luu, Aiya Masoud, Arianna McDonough, Donald Nguyen, Quynh-An Vo. Grade 11: Sidra Alani, Sofia Augeri, Connor Cargill, Angelina Cassuci, Vanessa Cenat, Jeffrey Chan, Siminatha Chan, Kelly Chen, Jennifer Cheung, Jaime Cochran, Abigail Daly, Nicole Deguire, Katherine Gately, Kara Hollis, Tracy Lam, John Le, Jessica Li, Nathan Nguyen, Amine Rih, Taylor Rong, Fares Seghir, Daniel Tran, Ashley Verrill, Rebecca Verrill, Alaa Zeabi. Grade 10: Allen Bulic, Olivia Correia, Myles Goodreau, Gianna Gray, Adam Housni, Alina Hudson, Rintaro Inomata, Marwa Mihi, Julia Nguyen, Dhyey Patel, Son Tran, Amora Velic. Grade 9: Asal Bahrampouri, Natalia Cabellero, Andy Chen, Jasmine Chen, Ryan Chen, Isabella Chu, Isabella Elmoussaoui, Alexandria Manseau, Daniel Nguyen, Matthew Nguyen, Amy Pham, Mariam Seghir, Eric Wang. Grade 8: Aayan Ahmed, Rim Badaoui, Jonathan Brandano, Ashley Cenat, Ashley Cohen, Amelia Daly, Lukas Deguire, Nora Fatimi, Ryan Hartnett, Sarah Henry, Makda Johannes, Miriam Johannes, Benjamin Lagasse, Gabriella LaJoie, Insaaf Machouk, Tabitha Manseau, Tayla McDonough, Coralie Mondesir, Evan Montrose, Breana Nansamba, Angelica Nocera, Rachel Nortelus, Sophia Nylin, Ameya Panchal, MVRCS | SEE PAGE 17 ׉ 7cassandra://QUruy1neZC22nV0lPj-m20qHeCUO9VkVmcp29YzCeFM*`̰^Z, kF׉ENTHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 3, 2020 Page 11 Junior Aid and 621 Tavern & Grille join forces D espite the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Malden community continues to unite to help those in need. On June 23, 621 Tavern & Grille and the Junior Aid Association of Malden joined forces to provide 140 meals to Bread of Life. Since 1912 the Junior Aid Association of Malden has been providing financial assistance to charitable organizations with a focus on women, children and health-related issues. Since 1981 the DeVincentis Family and 621 Tavern & Grille have been part of the fabric of Malden. The family-owned restaurant consistently steps up to help the community and support its children. Bread of Life’s mission is to feed the body and to nurture the soul – striving to feed the hungry, the homeless, the needy and the isolated; to offer spiritual support and hospitality; to promote greater peace and justice by addressing broader issues of hunger and poverty. Junior Aid Association of Malden and 621 Tavern & Grille have stepped up, together, to help their communities during the COVID-19 Pandemic. They encourage the community to volunteer to support Bread of Life if you are able. M ~ Letter to the Editor ~ Resident objects to Councilor DeMaria’s proposed budget cuts Dear Editor: y name is Kevin Larson, a lifelong resident of Pictured from left to right are Paul DeVincentis of 621 Tavern & Grille, Junior Aid Association of Malden President Toni Griffin and Gregg DeVincentis of 621 Tavern & Grille. 57 years in our beloved city of Malden. I am appalled at the suggestions of Councilor Debbie DeMaria at last week’s council budget hearing to start the process of defunding the Malden Police Department’s safety budget to withdraw funding for bulletproof vests and cutting the funding for police officers’ weapons. These suggestions by you Councilor DeMaria are irresponsible to the safety of our poMALDEN | FROM PAGE 8 Members of the Junior Aid Association of Malden prepare to deliver meals. Pictured from left to right are Angela Smith, President Toni Griffin, Mary Beth Leon and Mary Jo Koizumi. Malden High School football teams and played three years (’93-’95) with the Cincinnati Bengals of the NFL. This gentle giant is still a monster of a man with some big damn hands and reports that his pops Tom is alive and well, living the life of a gentleman north of Boston. All the best to you and your father, Danny. I am fielding suggestions for the top 10 professional boxers in Malden’s history. I came up with four so far. Tommy Robson was a turn of the century pugilist with “Dangerous” Dana Rosenblatt, Joe Sideri, Ronny “Bevy” Drinkwater and “Rapid” Johnny Rafuse from the last 50 years or so. Send names my way. “I once wanted to become an atheist, but I gave up – they have no holidays” —Henny Youngman. Ed Markey will always and forever be a stone-cold Malden guy. Again, haters – don’t bother. Great story from Ed about basketball in Malden in the early 1960’s that I am trying to piece together and confirm before I print it. If anybody sees him around town – shooting baskets in front of his house on Townsend Street, power walking around his Edgeworth neighborhood or ordering takeout at one of the local eateries, please let him know I have been trying to contact him. Overheard at the City Council meeting: “Jimmy [Palermo’s] dead?!” – “I bet he could still kick my expletive deleted.” Winning! Check out the lineJunior Aid Association of Malden presents a check to the DeVincentis Family of 621 Tavern & Grille to provide 140 meals to Bread of Life. up The Malden Advocate is throwing at you week after week! For free no less! Barbara lice officers and their families. I suggest Councilor DeMaria; you ride a shift or two with a Malden police officer. What will be your next budget cut suggestion? Defund the Malden Fire Department on their air tanks, or their turnout coats? Your budget proposals are disturbing and you owe the Malden police officers an apology. They risk their lives every day for Malden residents. Sincerely, Kevin Larson Bowman Street Malden Taormina, Steve Freker, somebody named Richard Umbro – who just killed it last week – Chris Roberson, occasionally Virginia Ruane, and yours truly. The Boston Globe has nothing on this lineup! Barbara, Frek and Virginia – The Advocate’s “Murderer’s Row!” “This is the end, beautiful friend, this is the end, my only friend, the end...” Straight from the heart – Ann Medeiros-Palermo, Jimmy’s daughter: “As many of you have already heard, we lost our father Vincent ‘Jimmy’ Palermo yesterday afternoon. We called him ‘Dad, James, Papa, Jiminucchio.’ He was surrounded by his family in his death just as he was in his life. The hospital sent him home May 12th giving him 2-7 days to live. Little did they know the strength my father had. He stayed with us 39 glorious days and went on his own terms when he was ready and when he knew God called him. What a great Father’s Day gift my Papanonno got and my father celebrating this special day with our Heavenly Father. He’s entertaining the Angels with his powerful voice which I’m sure is even more beautiful up there. He and my mother Catherine are together again dancing on the clouds. My father worked hard all his life and it’s time for him to relax. He lived life to the fullest and enjoyed every moment with family and friends. We will miss him but know he’ll never be far away. All we’ll have to do is touch our hearts and there he’ll be. Thank you, my father, for everything you’ve done for me and this family. Happy Father’s Day. WE LOVE YOU.” ׉ 7cassandra://jhcbENRpr-I48cQWqWiwL8tvIA_cHfz68WDMJsUbhKE)M`̰^Z, kG^Z, kF PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://ve60jNpenjifp5A1ZRmmzHtbxpcH05Hp4TOSi_pTJTU`)׉ 7cassandra://feL0o5xn-TpQDgix2S3DdMqxbTPLMkTDqm7_2UQb0bQqz`J׉ 7cassandra://YnvB_KWe7xnVYwsSUtiufgoQBd9GwbHOltpOBmWK-5w(5`̰׉ 7cassandra://JIPq9zlUSu3jwGOYtaH7PmroRaKeugi6PlvmS82iqzM2}F͠^Z, kט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://RlULNR-WWgFBUX7B6qUBpBaNgcroE-Sk2U75VrLuYD4"`)׉ 7cassandra://U2Kg89183NTj_KCJt7zeqLG8s0l-WMKAO_pvQJb-G3sp`J׉ 7cassandra://UH6Xf82EkLIwUL0ME36SsA_edGC5QOMumNczEURMOhw'`̰׉ 7cassandra://dsMv3kaWAu55BiDg40-fJqSyGeK3aWU6pwoSZip0EVI͠^Z, kՀ׉EPage 12 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 3, 2020 Please Drive Safely! yFourtho Steven Ultrino State Representative Mayor Gary Christenson & The Citizens of Malden Paul J. 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Speakers included psychiatrist Kathryn Zioto (MD, MPH) and mental health counselor Meghan Dowd Murray (LICSW), who shared their clinical experiences helping the community navigating the effects of the pandemic and the recent incidents of racial violence. —Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Meghan Dowd Murray, LICSW, said quarantine is difficult for everyone, and that no one is a failure for being more depressed. Ward 3 School Committee Member Jennifer Spadafora encouraged residents to take advantage of social media groups to meet neighbors and like-minded individuals while in quarantine resulting from COVID-19. Ward 3 Councillor Amanda Linehan asked health officials how to welcome incoming residents during quarantine. Kathryn Zioto, MD, MPH, encouraged parents to find a comfortable room to have a mental telehealth session to simulate a more standard counseling session. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) On Monday night elected and health officials held a Zoom mental health forum. Host Kate Kelly provided an emergency number for mental health services. BUSINESS | FROM PAGE 1 them to have expanded patio space,” he said, adding that the city should do whatever it can to help downtown businesses survive. Councillors agreed O’Malley’s proposal was a great idea, and even better after they changed it. Ward 5 Councillor Barbara Murphy questioned the impact the reduction in parking would have on other downtown retail and service businesses. Both she and Ward 1 Councillor Peg Crowe said there needs to be more discussion and planning around maintaining access to other businesses. “I don’t know how we say only restaurants get to expand outside their front door,” said Councillor-at-Large Craig Spadafora. “I would expand this to include all business throughout the entire city.” The Liquor Licensing Board has approved 15 applications for outdoor seating, most recently for Ibasaw, Saigon Noodle, Hugh O’Neill’s and Mixx 360. Councillors agreed all businesses should have the opportunity of expanded use of outdoor space but added other factors were in play. Murphy said that after working for 40 years to reopen Pleasant Street, the idea of installing speed bumps and stop signs along with a reduction in parking seemed to “go against the grain.” Ward 2 Councillor Paul Condon said that any traffic calming measures would need to be reviewed to ensure they did not interfere with the response time of the Police and Fire Departments. And there are ADA sidewalk requirements that need to be ensured. The question of the cost of Jersey barriers was also raised. Councillor-at-Large Stephen Winslow made one more tweak to O’Malley’s proposal by asking the city engineer to look into potential assistance and resources available through the Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s Shared Streets and Spaces grant program. MassDOT provides grants ranging from $5,000 to $300,000 for street and sidewalk improvements that support public health, safe mobility and renewed commerce. Mass. RMV advises to renew licenses online now; upgrade to REAL ID in 2021 for free Customers who renew standard license online at Mass. Gov/RMV before Aug. 12 will have $25 REAL ID upgrade fee waived upon future return visit to a Service Center Q UINCY – The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is encouraging all eligible customers to renew their standard Massachusetts driver’s license or Massachusetts ID card online at Mass.Gov/RMV anytime between now and August 12, 2020, in order to qualify for a free upgrade to a REAL ID credential in 2021. This one-time, time-limited offer is available to most customers who have an expired or expiring license or ID card dated between June 23, 2018, and August 2021, as customers are eligible to renew up to a year in advance of the expiration date printed on their license or ID, or up to two years after their expiration. “The RMV is encouraging all of our customers to stay safe, save time, and go online during the COVID-19 pandemic to renew their license or ID card, rather than attempting to come in to get a REAL ID,” said RMV Registrar Jamey Tesler. “Over 500,000 people have a license or ID credentials that expires this summer that can be renewed online, and we hope they will all take advantage of this one-time offer for a free, future upgrade to allow the RMV to prioritize ‘social-distancing’ and other essential transactions that may only be completed in-person.” Qualifying customers who complete their renewal online prior to August 12 and wish to upgrade to a REAL ID for free will have to wait until at least February 2021 to visit an RMV Service Center. At this time, customers will not need a federally-compliant REAL ID for the purposes of boarding domestic flights prior to October 1, 2021, because the federal government delayed the compliance effective date by one year. The fee for obtaining a standard or REAL ID license is $50, while the fee for obtaining a standard or REAL ID card is $25. The typical $25 upgrade/amendment fee will be waived under these qualifying circumstances. A limited digital campaign – “Stay Safe, Save Time, Go Online” – will also accompany this promotion and can be viewed at this link: https://youtu.be/B3NuHgTwa3Q. Obtaining an initial federally-compliant REAL ID requires all customers to visit a Service Center in person to present verifying documents. The RMV has introduced this LICENSE | SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://fGUdm6KZ66facC6usOzgUepBfMXrH1ixcmWjI1wt7r8)`̰^Z, kJ׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 3, 2020 Page 15 MISSION | FROM PAGE 1 for those already relegated to a remote learning menu for their initial foray into the collegiate world. Those heading into the working world could not be faulted for wrestling with anxiety whether a job awaits them or will even last due to the economic chaos borne by COVID-19. There are exceptions, however. For Malden High School senior Ezra Kruckenberg, one of the top students in the Class of 2020, his future path is crystal clear. It could also be considered another slice of Malden history. Two-year religious service mission part of his BYU acceptance For what could likely be a first for a Malden High soonto-be graduate, Kruckenberg will begin his college years by embarking on a two-year religious service mission this fall. On October 6, the MHS senior will leave the country and head to Puerto Rico. Serving two years on a mission is part of his acceptance as a student at Brigham Young University, in Provo, Utah. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Kruckenberg was accepted at BYU in February. He made his final decision to commit to attend BYU, and accept the mission, after weighing financial packages from several other colleges and universities, most in New England. When you consider the details of his commitment to the service mission, it is easy to determine that it has been the most compelling decision of his life. In Puerto Rico, he will serve as an assistant to a congregation of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in a variety of service-based activities. As part of his mission, Kruckenberg will begin his service within The Puerto Rico Mission, which includes the U.S. territory of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and several other Caribbean islands. At latest count, there were 39 congregations in the Puerto Rican Mission, with just under 24,000 church members. He will not be back home for two years To understand the scope of his commitment, it is a step few 18 year olds right out high school have taken. Once the mission begins on Kruckenberg an accomplished student-athlete Kruckenberg is also an accomplished student-athlete, performing at a high level in two varsity sports, as a high jumper and sprinter for the indoor track team and as a southpaw pitcher and first baseman for Malden High baseball. He would have been the ace hurler for the Tornado squad this past spring, has the pandemic not wiped out the high school spring sports season. "Ezra (Kruckenberg) is the perfect example of what we seek in a Malden High student-athlete," Malden Public Schools Director of Athletics, Physical Education and Health Charlie Conefrey said. "He is a top-notch competitor on both the classroom and in two major sports. On top of that, Ezra is a perfect gentleman and a credit to his school, family and his church." Conefrey recently presentACE PITCHER— Ezra Kruckenberg would have been an ace pitcher of the Malden High School Baseball Team is the season had not been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.(Steve Freker Photo) October 6, Kruckenberg will neither return home for the full two years, nor have any contact whatsoever with his family or anyone else associated with his home. "Once on my mission, I will not have any direct contact from friends, family, or anyone that I know from home," Kruckenberg explained. "My mission will be 24 months or two full years. During that time, I will be within the boundaries of the mission constantly, though not in the same place for two years. I will periodically move, possibly being placed on any area on the island or even on a small island close by." Kruckenberg said once he made his decision, he realized it was a personal one, and involved a great sacrifice, particularly leaving his close-knit family for two years. "The mission is special to me, specifically because I know that I'm choosing to leave everything I know behind and dedicate two years of my life to God and his work," he said. Will be a member of the BYU Class of 2026 BYU students have some leeway in their decision, in that they can choose to delay the service mission to their third year of college. Kruckenberg decided to go on his two-year mission right away."I will be a member of the Class of 2026 and will be starting classes at BYU in the fall of 2022." While Kruckenberg is headed for an entirely single-minded path when he begins his service mission, it will be a big change for a high school senior who could be considered a bit of a Renaissance Man at Malden High. Ranked in the top 10 of his senior class, Kruckenberg is the President of the National Honor Society, first selected for NHS as a sophomore. He has consistently taken Advanced Placement classes throughout his high school years and carries a grade point average of 4.7 on a 4.0 scale.That's way above "all A's," for the uninitiated. In addition to his academic exploits, Kruckenberg is also very close to attaining the highest rank available in the Boy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout. The pandemic slowed his ascent, but the MHS senior is hopeful he will get there before the year is out. ed Kruckenberg with the $500 Bob Rotondi Scholarship, which goes to a top student-athlete who played in the Malden Babe Ruth League. Kruckenberg played on the title-winning Pilots team in 2018. Starting in October, Kruckenberg's tasks will still be varied, but with one singular goal in mind, spreading the word of God on behalf of his church. "This will include preaching, attending church meetings, teaching new members, and helping to baptize new members," Kruckenberg explained."There will be a good amount of service, either in the form of physical assistance or planning and leading church events." He added, "I will also be in assistance to any who are interested in learning more about the Church or people who are in the process of converting." Graduation Day awaits on August 3 Before heading off to his two-year mission, Kruckenberg will be able to savor one reclaimed vestige of the Class of 2020's traditions, as plans are in place for an in-person, outdoor Graduation Day at Macdonald Stadium in Malden, on Monday, August 3 at 6:00 p.m. with physical distancing and restricted attendance. Kruckenberg said he is looking forward to the big day —even more so, considering where he is headed next. "It will be great to be able to celebrate my senior year with my family and friends," Kruckenberg said, "and also will give me a chance to say goodbye to some people I will not see for a while. "But I'm ready, I am looking forward to my mission as well," the MHS senior said. SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT— Malden High senior Ezra Kruckenberg receiving the Bob Rotondi Scholarship during a recent studentathlete scholarship award ceremony by the Golden Tornado Club and Director of Athletics Charlie Conefrey. 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Hypertensive Helen Dear Helen, If you have high blood pressure, you defi nitely need to take extra care to protect yourself during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Research shows that people with hypertension are more susceptible to getting COVID-19, are more likely to develop severe symptoms if they do get sick, and are more likely to die from the infection, especially if they’re older. High Risk Links A weaker immune system is the key reason people with high blood pressure and other health problems are at higher risk for coronavirus. Long-term health conditions and aging weaken the immune system so it’s less able to fi ght off the virus. Nearly two-thirds of Americans over 60 have high blood pressure. Another concern that has been circulating, but was put to rest last month, were theories that the medications that are commonly prescribed to treat high blood pressure – ACE inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) – could make patients more vulnerable to contracting COVID-19, and more susceptible to severe illness if they did become infected. But new research published in The New England Journal of Medicine last month found no risk linked to these medications. COVID Complications While pneumonia is the most common complication of the virus, it can also damage the cardiovascular system. That’s why people with high blood pressure, heart disease, and heart failure are at risk. High blood pressure damages arteries and reduces the fl ow of blood to your heart. That means your heart has to work harder to pump enough blood. Over time, this extra work can weaken your heart to the point where it can’t pump as much oxygen-rich blood to your body. Coronavirus can also damage the heart directly, which can be especially risky if your heart is already weakened by the eff ects of high blood pressure. The virus may cause infl ammation of the heart muscle, which makes it harder for the heart to pump. If you also have plaque buildup in your arteries, the virus may make those plaques more likely to break apart and cause a heart attack. Studies have shown that people with heart disease who get a respiratory illness like the fl u or earlier types of coronavirus are at higher risk for a heart attack. What to Do? While everyone needs to take precautions to prevent coronavirus, people with high blood pressure and other health conditions need to be extra careful. The best way to avoid getting sick is to stay home as much as you can. If you have to go out, wear a mask and keep at least 6 feet away from other people. And every time you come home, wash your hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds. Also, clean and disinfect all frequently touched surfaces like cell phones, countertops and doorknobs. The CDC also recommends that you have enough medicine on hand to treat high blood pressure and other health conditions. And stock up on over-the-counter medicines to treat a fever and other symptoms if you get sick. While a coronavirus vaccine isn’t available yet, you should stay up to date on your other important vaccines. The pneumococcal vaccines – Prevnar 13 and Pneumovax 23 – will prevent you from catching pneumonia on top of coronavirus. Also get a fl u shot in September or early October. Its symptoms are easy to confuse with coronavirus, which could make it harder for doctors to diagnose you if you do get sick. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. iori by Jim Miller Why High Blood Pressure is Even More Dangerous in the COVID-19 Era Dear Savvy Senior, Are people with high blood pressure at increased risk of getting O n Saturday, June 20, Malden Catholic High School (MC) held a carnival-style Rolling Rally event for the Class of 2020. Life-size cutouts of each MC senior lined the athletic fi eld fence and greeted the cars fi lled with seniors and the family members along with a bubble machine, confetti cannons, a live DJ and cheers from over 50 members of the faculty and staff . Each senior exited a car to take a socially distanced photograph with Headmaster John Thornburg and Principal Brother Thomas Puccio. Students also received a gift box fi lled with the academic and athletic awards they had earned over the year, honorary distinction cords, a graduation cap, an engraved commemorative silver-framed photo of the school, a Lancer Nation T-shirt and a fl ower for their mother. According to Headmaster Thornburg, “This was a spectacular way to honor the achievements of our seniors. It is just one of many ways in which we have been delighted to celebrate our students’ four years at Malden Catholic, and we look forward to the full graduation ceremony on August 1.” MC plans to host a traditional graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020 on Saturday, August 1, 2020, on the football fi eld. This event will follow all state and health requirements in place at that time to ensure the health and safety of all involved. About Malden Catholic High School Since 1932, MC has shaped emerging leaders in our community – claiming a Nobel Laureate, a Senator, two ambassadors and countless community and business heads among its alumni. Annually, graduates attend some of the nation’s most renown universities, including Harvard, Georgetown, Brown, Cornell, Tufts, Georgia Tech, Boston College and Amherst College. Foundational to student success is MC’s co-divisional model, which off ers the best of both worlds: single-gender academics during the day and integrated social and extracurricular opportunities after school. MC is known in the community for its rigorous academics, SFX Scholars Program and award-winning Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) program with electives, such as Robotics and Engineering Design. MC’s curriculum is designed to improve individual growth, mindset, leadership principles, and success outcomes along with integrating the Xaverian values of trust, humility, compassion, simplicity and zeal – https://www.maldencatholic.org/. ׉ 7cassandra://hrXZOcbCP8clwnizqVcfJmKUxQ-hUm4awV9Z9y82MnM*L`̰^Z, kL׉ETHE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 3, 2020 Page 17 VOLUNTEERS | FROM PAGE 5 Coordinator McKay Russo, the pantry has been off ering as many as 186 free food orders during its twice-weekly distribution. Each contains a minimum of four bags, nearly 40 pounds of quality food – double what the pantry was doing before COVID-19. BOL initiated in March a free grocery delivery service to seniors, disabled and residents who need to self-isolate. Volunteers have delivered to over 500 households in 10 communities. MVRCS | FROM PAGE 10 Rakshit Rangaprasad, Donnovan Robinson, Mahum Sheikh, Alexander Sokolovic, Melody Sullivan, Ashley Tran, Aimy Tran, Nhatminh Tran, Diora Velic, Crystal Wu, Jason Yan, Jasmine Zhao. Grade 7: Kaylie Blauvelt, Daisy Castillo, Yafet Dawit, Gianna DeGregorio, Brianna Gesnaldo, Sophea Giech, Owen Goodreau, Gerald Hamelin, Isabelle He, Dalton Kinnon, Hallie Lai, Sophia Marcus, Neisha Maurin, Melissa Moura, Theo Parena, Jenna Pilleri, Anthony Rutkauskas, Anirudh SeethamVolunteer Karen Buck said, “Now I benefit from meeting other dedicated people and learning new skills. I am hooked!” Feagley noted: “Although Bread of Life’s income has grown, it has not doubled. The pandemic hit just as they were ramping up their ‘Under One Roof’ capital campaign. The goals are to develop the 54 Eastern Avenue site to include a commercial kitchen, dining room/multi-service hall, storage for food and supplies, walkin cooler and freezer, and offi ces. The development includes raju, Roodlyana Seide, Sierra Sores, Crystal Tang, Ina Tolete, Hailey Tran, Ana Vieira, Matthew Weng, Winiel Xie. Honor Roll Grade 12: Joseph Dajci, Bianca Deras, Jaden Granderson, Cody LaJoie, Ashley O’Rourke, Matthew Romprey, Nicholas Sokolovic, Madison Sullivan, Christopher Wu. Grade 11: Connor Cavanaugh, Mitchley Guerrier, Ryan Habda, Britteny Jean, Christie Mondesir, Calvin Moy, Adam Oukani, Nicholas Soares, Bethany Sullivan, Joshua Vejar. Grade 10: Mya Brutus, Kim partnering with the nonprofit Metro North Housing Inc. to build aff ordable effi ciency apartments to house 14 single women and men leaving homelessness.” Katie summed it up best: “I want to give hope.” Feagley commented: “We are living in and through challenging times. Jobs disappear. Schools close. Bills go unpaid. People choose between paying full rent or buying food. Lives can fall apart. Much seems hopeless. Not so at Bread of Life.” For more information visit www.breadofl ifemalden.org. 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The House of Representatives and the President still need to sign off on the extension. They are expected to act swiftly as well. This extension is intended to provide small businesses with additional time to apply for a forgivable loan under the PPP. There is still $129 billion left in PPP funding. The United States Small Business Administration (SBA), which oversees the program on behalf of the Treasury Department, ceased accepting applications as of midnight on Tuesday, June 30th. The plan approved by the United States Senate extends the deadline for applying until August 8, 2020. Senator Marco Rubio did state that the vast majority of small businesses that MVRCS | FROM PAGE 7 University) Ashley O’Rourke (Merrimack College) Cassandra Paul (University of Massachusetts Boston) Ryan Pereira (Universal Technical Institute) Nikolas Porzio (Johnson & Wales University) Jemimah Prosper (Gordon College) Arwyn Rawe (Bunker Hill Community College) Matthew Romprey (University of Massachusetts Amherst) Nicholas Sokolovic (Northeastern University) Madison Sullivan (Plymouth State University) Quynh-An Vo (Northeastern University) Christopher Wu (University of Maine Orono) Other communities Bilal Alkedeh (Saugus/Wentworth Institute of Technology) Salwa Alkedeh (Saugus/University of Massachusetts Boston) Stacey Fabo (Saugus/Harvard University) Emila Festa (Saugus/Regis College) Alexia Furtado (Peabody/ University of Massachusetts Boston) Alexis Lariviere (Saugus/Salem State University) Shejinda Libretto (Woburn/ Howard University) Kelsey Notarangeli (Peabody/Catherine Hinds Institute) Andrew Regan (Saugus/Salem State University) Amy Tauzier (Watertown/ Lasell University) Alfi e Tsang (Saugus/University of Pennsylvania) PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM EXTENSION wanted to take advantage of the PPP funds, have already done so. He is the chairman of the Senate Small Business Committee. He did state that he would like to target certain businesses that he believes need a second round of PPP aid. As of June 30th, the SBA had approved approximately $4.9 million loans amounting to more than $520 billion. Congress designed the PPP loans in order to support businesses and other organizations facing economic hardships created by the coronavirus pandemic and assist them in continuing to pay employee salaries. PPP loan recipients can have their loans forgiven in full if the monies were used for eligible expenses and if other criteria are met. The amount of loan forgiveness may be reduced based upon the percentage of eligible costs attributed to non-payroll costs, any decrease in employee headcount, and decreases in salaries or wages per employee. Revised forms and instructions are available on the SBA website. The new EZ form can be used by many businesses in order to apply for forgiveness. 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Most members watched and listened to the debate from their home or business office through their computers and voted via phone. Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives' and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of June 22-26. $1.1 BILLION FOR COVID-19 RESPONSE (H 4802) House 158-0, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that would provide $1.1 billion to cover expenses related to response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Gov. Charlie Baker has been urging the Legislature to quickly get a spending bill to his desk because the state cannot be eligible for federal reimbursements for costs related to the respiratory virus until a package is approved by the Legislature and signed by the governor. The package includes $350 million for personal protective equipment; $139 million in increased rates and add-ons for human service providers; $93 million for human service provider incentive pay; $85 million for field hospitals and shelters; $44 million for contact tracing efforts, and more funding for child care providers, food security programs, emergency housing, and “a dedicated fund to address statewide efforts on racial disparities in COVID health care access.” “Today we are taking one step closer and helping relieve the financial burden that COVID-19 has inflicted while also helping some prepare for the coming months, as the virus continues to inflict pain and with a vaccine still a ways away from being a reality,” said House Ways and Means chair Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston). “Collectively, these pieces represent a broad range of items that will help a wide variety of people and organizations that have been disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.” Michlewitz continued, “As the federal government is inundated with reimbursement requests, it is vital that we maximize our options and take advantage of the FEMA funds while we can. That is why it is so critical that we pass this today and get it closer to the governor’s desk, so that we do not fall far behind other states in the race for federal reimbursement.” “As you can imagine, since COVID-19, calls to the helpline have increased exponentially as thousands of people are in need of health care for the first time,” said Rep. Christine Barber (D-Somerville). I know many of us have relied on the helpline to aid our constituents, and the funding in this bill helps to increase the capacity to help people who lost their job and their employer-sponsored coverage and need help finding insurance coverage for the first time. They’re helping people who have never had coverage but because of the crisis are now trying to enroll.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Paul Donato Yes Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes CONSOLIDATED AMENDMENT (H 4802) House 156-2, approved a “consolidated amendment” to the $1.1 billion COVID-19 bill. Members filed 130 amendments to the bill, but only one was voted on individually. Three amendments were withdrawn by their sponsors and the other 126 were rolled into this one big consolidated amendment. Most of the items in the consolidated amendment were earmarks for individual local cities and towns to cover expenses related to their response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “The funding allocated in the amendment will support schools, address food insecurity and emergency housing assistance, and provide essential public health resources, like personal protective equipment, to districts across the commonwealth—which are especially critical now during the COVID-19 crisis,” said Rep. Christine Barber (D-Somerville). “I am also happy to see needed funds dedicated to Early Education and Care, which is a major cornerstone of our state’s reopening process.” Reps. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) and Nicholas Boldyga (R-Southwick) were the only two members to vote against the amendment. Despite repeated attempts by Beacon Hill Roll Call, Lombardo and Boldyga did not respond when asked for the reasons they voted against the amendment. (A “Yes” vote is for the consolidated amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Paul Donato Yes Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes MAKE JUNETEENTH A STATE HOLIDAY (H 4802) House 158-0, approved an amendment that would make Juneteenth Independence Day an official state holiday. Juneteenth, derived from the date June 19th, marks the day— June 19, 1865—that enslaved African Americans in Texas finally received word from Union Army General Gordon Granger that they were free, more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation freeing all slaves. News of, and enforcement of, Lincoln’s proclamation relied on the advancement of union troops which were slow to reach Texas and enforcement had been slow and inconsistent prior to Granger’s announcement in Galveston, Texas. “This is a real important day,” said Rep. Bud Williams (D-Springfield), the sponsor of the amendment. “We filed this in solidarity with [the] Black Lives Matter [movement]. In terms of making this state holiday, it will go a long way in bridging the racial gap between individuals. Certainly, we’ve tried this many, many times. And this is part of Black history. And you can’t talk about the American history without talking about Black history. And most individuals in the commonwealth have no idea what Black history is.” “Today, we are making a tremendous pivot and truly delivering freedom to the African Americans with this amendment,” said Rep. Chynah Tyler (D-Roxbury). “Although this is the beginning of the road, I’m committed to helping us as a team deliver a more equitable commonwealth for African Americans.” “Juneteenth celebrates the breaking of the chains of enslavement of Black Americans,” said Rep. Nika Elugardo (D-Jamaica Plain). “It is fitting that this year as the House of Representatives takes on dismantling structural racism in the commonwealth’s institutions, we should vote to declare Juneteenth a state holiday … Together, we are still breaking chains.” “Juneteenth Independence Day … also serves as a reminder that we still have a long way to go to address slavery’s enduring legacy of racism and discrimination,” said House Republican Minority Leader Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “Although Juneteenth has been officially observed in Massachusetts since 2007 with the annual issuance of a proclamation by the governor, making it a full legal holiday is a way to further acknowledge the work that still needs to be done to ensure true equality for all Americans.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment.) Rep. Paul Donato Yes Rep. Steven Ultrino Yes INCREASE ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE (S 2769) Senate 38-0, approved and sent to the House, a bill sponsors say will increase access to health care, protect patients and enhance quality care. The measure requires insurance carriers, including MassHealth, to cover telehealth services in any case where the same in-person service would be covered and requires reimbursement rates to match in-person services over the next two years. It also eliminates “surprise billing,” the much-criticized practice of charging unsuspecting patients who received health care services outside of their insurance plan’s network for costs that insurers refuse to pay. Other provisions would allow registered nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists and psychiatric nurse mental health specialists who meet specific education and training standards to practice independently; recognize pharmacists as health care providers, enabling them to integrate more fully into coordinated care teams; and create a new professional license for “dental therapists,” who will be authorized to provide dental hygiene and other oral health services. Supporters note that this will help expand access to dental care in underserved communities. “The [bill] ensures that our healthcare system can continue to deliver quality, affordable and accessible care long after the COVID-19 state of emergency has ended,” said Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington), Senate chair of the Committee on Health Care Financing. “By increasing access to telehealth services, eliminating the unfair practice of surprise billing and expanding our healthcare workforce, we are taking important steps to protect patients and increase access to quality care for all.” “When it comes to making telehealth services permanently accessible, ending surprise billing and expanding scope of practice, let me be clear: we cannot wait,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “We have learned a lot about how to deliver accessible health care during the global pandemic, and we can and should implement these changes now.” “It is vital that we deliver accessible and equitable healthcare to people across the commonwealth,” said Sen. Eric Lesser (D-Longmeadow). “The coronavirus pandemic has revealed inequities and inadequacies in our current healthcare system, and it is important that we continue to legislate comprehensive healthcare reforms to protect patients and providers in the face of these unprecedented challenges.” Although no senators voted against the bill, some small businesses and health insurance companies have expressed some concerns that it goes too far. “We believe requiring plans to pay telehealth at an in-person rate for two years is too long, and we recommend a shorter time frame for the sunset of payment parity such as 90 days after rescission of the governor’s executive order mandating telehealth,” said the leaders of Retailers Association of Massachusetts, Massachusetts Association of Health Plans and the state chapter of the National Federal of Independent Business. They suggested that a transition period tied to the end of the COVID pandemic would allow for payers and providers to negotiate appropriate reimbursement for certain health care services that may not represent a comprehensive in-person consultation between a member and a provider. They also argued that currently contracted rates between providers and insurers for telehealth services cannot be circumvented by statute. (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Jason Lewis Yes CLOSURE OF ESSENTIAL SERVICES AT A HOSPITAL (S 2769) Senate 38-0, approved an amendment that would require the Health Policy Commission to report on the adverse effects suffered after the closure of any essential services at a hospital. The amendment also would require an examination of the efficacy of existing standards and requirements intended to maintain such essential services. “Unfortunately, my community and many others have had to face the realities of essential services being cut despite the Department of Public Health’s best efforts,” said the amendment’s sponsor Sen. Susan Moran (D-Falmouth). “This amendment will not only allow us to quantify the effect essential care closures have on the quality and availability of care to our constituents but will also help determine how we can support Department of Public Health enforcement when these issues arise.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment). Sen. Jason Lewis Yes 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 BHRC| SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://yFLw_ll8eEqNjYOHM7Pu79MK6wKtnCqN9DHZpve9Q_A%<`̰^Z, kN׉E!THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, July 3, 2020 Page 19 OBITUARIES Pietro F. “Peter” Caso O f Malden, June 23. Beloved husband of Theresa (Cotrone) Caso. Loving father of Joanne Harris and her husband Stephen of Fryeburg, Maine, Anthony Caso and his wife Melissa of Berkley, Lisa Caso of Malden, Peter Caso of Malden and Michael Caso of Tewksbury. Devoted grandfather of George, Abigail, Patrick, Louise and Corina. Dear brother of Emanuela Cappuccio of Medford, Ralph Caso of Wakefield, Rita Caso of MedPhilip F. Connors O f Malden, formerly of Medford, June 23. Beloved husband of Kathleen Connors. Father of Carrie Connors of Camden, Maine, Kate Orban and her husband Chris of Andover, and Jill Schneider and her husband Cory of Short Hills, N.J. Grandfather of Connor, Brady, Cameron, Theodore, Pearl, Clint, Fletcher, Felix, Wyatt and Remy. Brother of Daniel Connors of Medford, Ronnie Connors of Los Gatos, Calif., and Julie Connors of Medford. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Philip was raised and educated in Medford. He is a graduate of Medford High School. After gradBHRC | FROM PAGE 18 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 June 2226, the House met for a total of nine hours and 38 minutes while the Senate met for a total of nine hours and 21 minutes ford and the late Ernie Caso. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Pietro was born in Italy. He was a resident of Somerville for many years and had been a Malden resident for the past 49 years. He was a proud member of the Laborer’s Union Local 22, retiring after 50 years of service. Peter was an avid local auto racing fan. He also enjoyed watching Monday Night Wrestling with his family. First and foremost, Pietro was dedicated to his wife and family. uation he attended the United States Naval Academy and later received his MBA at the MIT Sloane School of Management. He served his country honorably during the Vietnam War. After the war, he was a Lieutenant stationed in Boston. Philip worked as a Financial Analyst for many years. Upon his retirement, he became a consultant to several of the companies he had associations with. Philip was a member and past Board member of the Irish American Association of Malden. He served on the Board of Directors at Arlington Catholic High School for 10 years and was a parishioner at Immaculate Conception Parish in Malden and a former parishioner at St. James Parish in Medford. Mon. June 22 House 11:02 a.m. to 3:52 p.m. Senate 11:06 a.m. to 3:24 p.m. Tues. June 23 No House session No Senate session Wed. June 24 House 11:01 a.m. to 3:36 p.m. No Senate session Thurs. June 25 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. Senate 11:09 a.m. to 4:12 p.m. Fri. June 26 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Holiday Hours at your local Post Office Closed to celebrate Independence Day P ost Offices across the Commonwealth will be closed on Saturday, July 4, as we celebrate the anniversary of our nation’s independence. Street delivery on Saturday will be limited to guaranteed overnight parcels, and there will be no collection of mail. Full retail and delivery operations will resume on Monday, January 6. The Postal Service continues to work to stamp out dog bites. We ask customers to be mindful of pets during the holiday weekend and keep a clear path to the mailbox. LICENSES | FROM PAGE 14 initiative and fee waiver pursuant to Executive Order 39 issued by Governor Charlie Baker on June 12, 2020, and in light of the COVID-19 public health emergency to encourage ‘social-distancing’ and limit unnecessary travel by reducing the need for many customers to visit a Service Center, and allowing for the prioritization of essential in person needs by appointment-only. Customers should take the following steps to determine their online renewal eligibility and to qualify for this offer: • Visit Mass.Gov/RMV; log on to your “myRMV” account, and find out if you are permitted to renew online. • Renew online by August 12 – your new standard license or ID card will be sent to you via U.S. Mail. The cost for renewing a driver’s license is $50. The cost for renewing an ID card is $25. These costs are the same for both a standard or REAL ID liREAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 Mok, Yu S Alves-Eichen, Eva S Barr, Elyse Tarekegn, Yihenew Greenberg, Jonathan Pina-Vasquez, Ana Dai, Yufeng Garcia, Vicenta L Chowdhury, Arupesh R Maciak, Katarzyna Alves-Carvalho, Allyson Bekele-Denegetu, Yeshi He, Fayuan BUYER2 SELLER1 Li, Ai N Glynn, Mary L Nuzzolo, Veronica Soares, Lucas Figueiredo, David C Pina-Vasquez, Minoska A Ragone, Maria A KWJM Capital LLC Lyons RT Savatick, Natalia A Deluca, Alessandro Scribner, Jean F Kong, Hailin Figueredo, Lisa M Lyons, James H Redford, William A SELLER2 Glynn, Thomas P In addition, please note: • For 24/7 access to most postal products and services, go to www.usps.com, where you can look up a zip code, track a package, buy stamps, hold mail, print postage online, submit a change of address, schedule a package pickup and find Post Office locations, including self-service kiosks. • Customers can also renew passports or sign up for our latest innovation, Informed Delivery, at www.usps.com. Informed Delivery lets residential consumers see what cense or ID card. The cost for upgrading or amending a license or ID card outside of your renewal cycle is $25, which will be waived for participating, eligible RMV customers. Customers who renew online will have to wait until at least February 2021 to make an appointment for a REAL ID and have their $25 upgrade/ amendment fee waived. Anyone who holds a valid U.S. passport or other federally-compliant form of identification may never need an RMV-issued REAL ID. As a service to its members, AAA continues to issue REAL ID credentials for AAA members only, and members should make an appointment before visiting an AAA location. While the RMV has previously announced the below automatic extensions to certain expiring licenses and ID cards, all eligible customers are encouraged to take advantage of this offer by renewing online prior to August 12. is arriving in their mailboxes by sending them digital previews of their incoming envelopes and postcards. These images can be viewed via email notifications or accessed through an online dashboard at informeddelivery.usps.com – perfect for travelers to check for important letters that are arriving over the holiday weekend. The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. • Driver’s licenses and ID cards that expired or will expire in March, April and May 2020 will now expire in September 2020. • Driver’s licenses and ID cards that will expire in June have been extended until October 2020. • Driver’s licenses and ID cards that will expire in July have been extended until November 2020. • Driver’s licenses and ID cards that will expire in August have been extended until December 2020. All RMV customers are encouraged to visit www.Mass. Gov/RMV to renew their license or ID card, and complete one of over 40 other transactions available online or by mail or phone. For details on these and other credential expiration date extensions and additional information on RMV service offerings during the COVID-19 pandemic, please visit www.mass.gov/ rmv or https://www.mass.gov/ info-details/rmv-covid-19-information. 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. 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In what city is “America’s Most Historic Square Mile”? 16. On July 8, 1932, what closed at 41.22? 17. Where is Leonardo Davinci’s mural “The Last Supper” located? 18. In 1801 the fi rst public White House July 4 event, an open house with punch and sweets, was given by which U.S. president? 19. What is Massachusetts’s state fi sh? 20. On July 9, 2016, who won a 7th Wimbledon title? ANSWERS $ $ $ $ 1. George M. Cohan 2. Vitamin C 3. 1974 4. Lego 5. U.S. Bicentennial 6. They are types of clams 7. Dutch immigrants to America; Dutch koolsla: cabbage (kool) plus salad (sla) 8. China 9. The Liberty Bell 10. German’s Sweet Chocolate bars (named for employee Samuel German) 11. The suit had a top that could be zipped away to reveal the chest, which was then sometimes thought to be indecent exposure. 12. Tour de France 13. A privately held star tup company valued at over $1 billion 14. U.S. Women’s Soccer Team 15. Philadelphia 16. 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