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(Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) Special to Th e Advocate T he City of Everett hosted a Lunar New Year Celebration on Friday, Feb. 16, at the Connolly Center. Residents gathered to celebrate the Year of the Dragon at the City’s first-ever Lunar New Year celebration. Attendees rang in the year with a celebration featuring entertainment like musical performances, dancing and singing throughout the evening along with delicious food served to all. Following the performances, the event culminated with the Red Envelope ceremony where gifts were handed out to all who attended. 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The idea was brought up by Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky, who lives 1.3 miles from Encore, at the City Council meeting on Monday, February 12. “Fire engines and ambulances are going to the site almost 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” he said. “It gets on your nerves after a while and it’s only going to get worse,” a reference to expansion of casino property across Lower Broadway. “We have expressed the importance of having a public safety building to Wynn, but we have not come to an agreement,” Mayor Carlo DeMaria’s Chief of Staff , Erin Deveney, told the Councillors. “The City and representatives for Wynn have met on several occasions and have exchanged information, and negotiations continue.” Councillor-at-Large Katy Rogers asked if it’s possible to make Encore funding a public safety building a legal requirement for expansion. Deveney answered that the matter would require research. The expansion is the impetus behind renegotiation. “Development across the street, with the exception of a few parcels, is owned by Wynn,” Deveney said.” We’re able to renegotiate because development across ENCORE | SEE PAGE 5 Hiring process for new fi re chief begins; decision expected in May By Neil Zolot verett is starting its search for a new Fire Chief. “It’s nice the process is moving forward after seven years,” Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith said at the City Council meeting on Monday, February 12, a reference to inconsistent methods used to pick chiefs and acting chiefs since the retirement of David Butler in 2016 – leading to variously designated appointments of Anthony Cerli that year, Scott Dalrymple in 2021 and current acting chief Sabato LoRusso last year. Based on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between City Hall and Local Firefi ghters Union 143, the standard Civil Service test process will be augmented with the Assessment Center evaluation. “We have secured the Assessment Center in partnership with Civil Service,” Human Resources Director Terri Ronco explained. “In May we should have a resolution to the hiring process.” Parow Consulting has been hired to help manage the process. “This company has done similar assessments in the past,” union head John Rossi explained. “They’re a vendor of Civil Service and will work with Civil Service to come up with a list for the job. Civil Service will also get information from the candidates, which is common with their exams. The fi nal candidates will be a combination of the Assessment Center and Civil Service rankings. They’ll put it together to come up with a certifi ed list.” Only Fire Department employees at the Deputy Chief level will be eligible to apply. Erin Deveney, Chief of Staff for Mayor Carlo DeMaria, reported that several in Everett are interested. Traditionally, the person scoring highest on the Civil Service test is chosen by the Mayor. “I hope he picks the top guy on the list,” Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio said. “If the Mayor picks someone HIRING PROCESS | SEE PAGE 4 ׉ 7cassandra://uHuUMbCbeumkpvRAg0hOlLKdkr2NDcVFCEvP2jCRDnM+`̰e<;=>e<;== PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://izENiP9SJRLHKRrZknOAulFfJrlAxrOyjyGcI0kq_20`)׉ 7cassandra://a3dKCE-_kyhXZRynbLu06p0w_10SYHFZ8lnUGi65Aycͣ`J׉ 7cassandra://ny0H0yuCQ5nqOhcyobptWet8-PRGkonUXSZ5vc2xe0s.`̰eӳ;=$ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://38MYi3G7c8q_ioYFQmJDKGmTXqp-lSS7NWOnu1Ppz0I`)׉ 7cassandra://W16hfdx6SpUC5hMO5kwKMp7wpjrT0UCI7gv8q3e58T0͙`J׉ 7cassandra://QolK-DDAWH5FKIjoiXXn3KIOhFzY2dYaUMPzqLvcjOs0-`̰eӵ;=0נeӶ;=8i9ׁH"http://www.eight10barandgrille.comׁ ׁ ЈנeӶ;=7/9ׁHhttp://www.advocatenews.netׁ ׁ ЈנeӶ;=6V9ׁHhttp://WWW.SABATINO-INS.COMׁ ׁ Ј׉EUPage 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Sen. DiDomenico celebrates with supporters of Head Start programs S Special to The Advocate tate Senator Sal DiDomenico joined Head Start advocates from across Massachusetts for Head Start Day at the State House. Over 300 Head Start program staff, parents, advocates and partners gathered in the State House to celebrate the important and impactful work that Head Start programs do in every corner of Massachusetts and to ensure that the Commonwealth continues to fund this essential program. “I have and will continue to advocate for state funding for Head Start so children across our state can access high-quality early education, and comprehensive wraparound services including health, mental health, nutrition, and family support,” said Senator DiDomenico. “I also had the pleasure of talking with staff and parents from ABCD Head Start sites in my district. As a parent and a person who went through Head Start as a child, I know how critical these programs are for our families, our communities, and our economy.” Sen. DiDomenico was also happy to spend time with Massachusetts Head Start Association Executive Director Michelle Haimowitz, Action for Boston Community Development President/CEO Sharon Scott Chandler, ABCD VP of Head Start & Children’s Services Pictured from left to right: Beth Ann Strollo, Kate Warren Barnes, Latoya Gayle, Senator Sal DiDomenico, Sharon Scott Chandler. Flossy Calderón, Jumpstart for Young Children VP of Policy and Government Relations Kate Warren Barnes, Neighborhood Villages Senior Director of Advocacy Latoya Gayle and Quincy Community Action Programs, Inc. CEO Beth Ann Strollo. State Senator Sal DiDomenico meets with Head Start advocates. Pictured from left to right: Beth Ann Strollo, Christie Getto Young (Sen. DiDomenico’s Chief of Staff), Kate Warren Barnes. Latoya Gayle, Sharon Scott Chandler. City of Everett hosting Youth Job Fair March 16 An opportunity for Everett’s youth and employers to connect Special to The Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Recreation and Youth Development Department will host the Everett Youth Job Fair on Saturday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Everett Recreation Center (47 Elm St.). Through this event, Everett’s youth who are ages 14-25 are invited to bring their resume and explore potential job opportunities, internships and career paths from a diverse range of employers from various industries. Those who attend can engage in live chats with recruiters and representatives and connect with professionals in their desired field, as well as learn more about the City’s annual Summer Youth Work Program and the upcoming year-round workforce program. The event is also a great opportunity for employers to showcase their brand and connect with the next generation of young professionals. Provide valuable insights into your industry, company culture and available positions while also conducting onthe-spot interviews and initial screenings with potential candidates. “We’re looking to help give our City’s youth the chance to have access to as many of the opportunities out there that are available to them,” said Mayor DeMaria. “We encourage as many businesses and youth who are interested to take part in this fantastic networking opportunity.” Under the direction of Everett’s Director of Youth Development and Enrichment, John Russolillo, the newly created Recreation and Youth Development Department looks to provide Everett’s youth access to a diverse range of career opportunities in various career fields. The department plans to focus on developing programming that will prepare Everett’s youth for the transition into adulthood. “As the new Director of Youth Development for the City of Everett, I am thrilled to empower and inspire the youth, and I am eager to contribute to their growth and success,” said Russolillo. “As we approach the upcoming Youth Job Fair, I recognize the profound impact it can have on shaping the futures of our young individuals. This event symbolizes not only career opportunities but a commitment to nurturing their potential and fostering a community where every dream is achievable. I look forward to working collaboratively to create meaningful experiences for the youth, ensuring they embark on a path of limitless possibilities.” Those who would like to attend or businesses that are interested in participating must register by visiting cityofeverett.com/events/everettyouth-job-fair. The respective registration links for employers and youth can be found on this page. For more information, please contact Russolillo at 781-628-9618 or email John.Russolillo@ci.everett.ma.us. Art Classes Being Offered at the Connolly Center City of Everett partners with the Everett Arts Association to offer a spring semester E VERETT, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett has partnered with the Everett Arts Association to begin offering art classes for the spring semester. The classes will begin Tuesday, March 5, from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.). The 12-week semester will be guided by an instructor and culminate with an art show in the late fall. Individuals of all skill levels are welcome to participate. For more information, please call Ann at 617-3877797. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Council on Aging All are welcome to enjoy food, fun and dancing E verett, MA – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett’s Council on Aging will host a St. Patrick’s Day party on Friday, March 15, at 12 p.m., at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.). Attendees will enjoy a lunch consisting of a corned beef and Swiss sandwich on a bulky roll with a side of coleslaw and a bag of potato chips. Coffee and dessert will be served, along with a couple surprises. Everett’s own DJ Tommy Sheehan will play the tunes that will get you moving throughout the event. Ticket sales begin Monday, Feb. 12, and will be ongoing at the Connolly Center until Friday, March 8. For more information, please call 617-3942323 directly and ask for Cathi or Joanne. ׉ 7cassandra://ny0H0yuCQ5nqOhcyobptWet8-PRGkonUXSZ5vc2xe0s.`̰e<;=?׉E=THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 3 Sen. DiDomenico celebrates opening of Bunker Hill’s Student Success Center Special to Th e Advocate S tate Senator Sal DiDomenico joined Charlestown residents, State Representative Dan Ryan, Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler and Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) President Pam Y. Eddinger at BHCC for the opening of the College’s new Student Success Center. This is the fi rst new building to be constructed on the BHCC campus in more than a decade, and the new facility will provide a great space for students to further their education. “I am a proud supporter of Bunker Hill Community College which provides essential educational off erings for students from across my district, many of whom are students of color and fi rst-generation college students,” Senator Sal DiDomenico speaks at the event. said Senator DiDomenico. “This development will improve the learning experience at BHCC and highlights the school’s continued commitment as a student-centered institution. 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Although thought to be an acting chief, Cerli was a permanent chief. “The administration’s position is that he was appointed permanent chief,” Deveney explained. “Admittedly, there was a great deal of controversy about that, but from the administration’s position and how we handled it, Cerli was a permanent chief. The Mayor used the Assessment Center and he wasn’t the only person to go through the process. We didn’t just use the Civil Service test to decide. The Everett Fire Department pursued multiple avenues to contest the process. The City had success, but the Mayor decided to negotiate the Assessment Center process so we wouldn’t have to go through that again. The last decision was in the city’s favor, but we were already in negotiations with the union. It was the best way to move forward.” Despite mid-Fiscal Year cuts in aid from the state, the Fire Department is receiving grants and aid, which were approved by the City Council on February 12, including accepting: • a $50,000 Massachusetts Department of Fire Services grant to enhance the effi ciency of fi re alarm dispatch operations and facilitate quicker and more accurate documentation and dispatch of apparatus • a $37,500 Massachusetts Department of Fire Services grant for managing hazardous waste • a $20,150 Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency grant for emergency management preparedness • a $10,153 Massachusetts Department of Fire Services grant for replacing worn out hoses, nozzles and valves • a $1,000 donation from the Mayor and Stacy DeMaria through the Honey Dew Family Foundation for the Fire Victims Fund • a $195 donation from Everett employees for the Fire Victims Fund A request to transfer $115,000 from the Budgetary Fund Balance or Free Cash to the Fire Department Maintenance and Operating Funds accounts was sent to the Ways and Means Subcommittee for consideration. In other action, the City Council passed a request from the Mayor that the Fire Department’s 1995 spare/reserve ladder truck be classifi ed as surplus equipment. ׉ 7cassandra://vZ2R4eYGf0PsgFtDCwpOJbKkbwkCQXlPaVFc14_qduQ1`̰e<;=A׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 5 Celebrating Black History Month Celebrate Black History Month at events at the Everett Recreation Center M ayor Carlo DeMaria was pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Recreation and Youth Development Department will host a series of events in celebration of Black History Month titled “Journey of Champions: Everett Athletics Black History Celebration” from Tuesday, Feb. 20 to Friday, Feb. 23. All events will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Everett Recreation Center (47 Elm St.). All are welcome to celebrate Black History Month through sport at Former Ward 6 City Councillor Al Lattanzi was in attendance along with city and state offi cials in celebration of Black History Month and the signing of the Civil Rights Bill on July 2, 1964 at the Zion Church Ministries. Shown from left the right: Bishop Regina Shearer, Zion Church Ministries, Rev. Leroy Mahoney, First Baptist Church Saugus, Bishop Robert Brown, Evangelist Marcia Brown, former Ward 6 City Councillor Al Lattanzi and Rev. Jarrell Riggins, Green Street Baptist Church, Melrose. The event was held on Sunday, February 18, 2024. ENCORE | FROM PAGE 1 the street will have a gaming component,” although she cautioned things are still contingent on approvals by the state Environmental Protection Agency and Mass. Gaming Commission. Realty Income Corp. properties will be generating more income and, not surprisingly, people feel the City should have a share in that. Casinos and stadiums, among other things, have agreements with their host communities to contribute to them in some way. Winthrop has a mitigation agreement with the Mass. Water Resources Authority (MWRA) because a sewage treatment plant is there; Foxboro benefits from the New England Patriots’ football stadium and Mansfi eld benefi ts from the Xfi nity Center, formerly Great Woods. City Council President Robert Van Campen feels additional funds “could transform the city.” He’s referring to money and how it can benefi t a community hosting a facility that while being an asset also can add stress to its infrastructure. DeMaria has expressed similar sentiments. A Host Community Agreement substitutes for standard property assessment. Right now, Encore pays about $33 million to Everett, $23 million of which is in the Host Community Agreement and $6.7 million in Community Impact Payments. Wynn Resorts, Limited recently sold their land to Realty Income Corp. for $1.7 billion, which is another opportunity for restructuring. “It will give the City the ability to assess personal property not in the previous Host Agreement,” Deveney said. Personal property refers to items in commercial and industrial parcels, like offi ce equipment and, even, barbershop chairs. At Encore it might cover gaming tables as well. Without a new Host Community Agreement, Realty Income Corp. would pay standard assessment rates of $25 per $1,000 of assessed value across Lower Broadway. A new Host Community Agreement will not require approval by the Council, although Deveney said DeMaria would keep them informed. “I’d encourage each of you to have open dialogue with the administration and you don’t need to wait for City Council meetings,” she said. “I will forward the request for the City Council to review an agreement before its signature,” Deveney reacted. Meanwhile, there are longterm plans to build a 26,000seat soccer stadium for the New England Revolution, which is owned by NE Patriots owner Robert Kraft, and other teams in the area or other events, although things are moving slowly. Rewording of zoning to change the status of 43 acres in the area from a Designated Port Area (DPA) for other uses made its way through the State Senate, but was not included in legislation in the House of Representatives. Both State Senator Sal DiDomenico and DeMaria have expressed disappointment in the situation. “I fi led a bill that was referred ENCORE | SEE PAGE 8 the Recreation Center, where there will be live speakers, cultural food, movies showcasing Black excellence in sport throughout history, music and more. Attendees will also be able to learn more about Everett’s Black athletes through interactive learning stations. The following is a list of the featured themes for each night: • Friday, Feb. 23: Football Night. 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The weekly charge was 55 cents, and I was taught to have change for a dollar in my hand when approaching every house. My mom would say, “It is wrong to force people to give you a tip because you don’t have change for their dollar bill. Present the 45 cents, and if they say keep the change, sincerely thank them.” I was ridiculed each week for getting change by the store owner where I picked up my papers. The owner said, “Take their money,” to which I responded, “No sir, it’s not the right thing to do.” When reconciling each account on collection days, I had to show my mom that the collected amount was correct down to the last penny. All of this helped to defi ne my character, integrity, and work ethic. My Baby Boomer generation represents the children of the Greatest Generation. Both my parents lived through the Great Depression. As Boomers, we were expected to work hard at an early age, believed in being loyal to one’s employer by giving more than a full day’s work, and believed in an employment philosophy of paying your dues. Growing up in my neighborhood meant doing daily chores, taking a paper route, mowing lawns, doing odd jobs, and having a job on Saturdays. This all began for us at the age of 14. On top of that, we took every opportunity to play outside, no matter the weather, learning the hard lessons of life. We loved real competition through Little League football and baseball, “Punt, Pass, and Kick” competitions, Junior Olympic Wrestling, and basketball open gyms. This expected work ethic continued into our high school and college years, when we were now juggling many more responsibilities and jobs in the midst of academic and sports aspirations. Times have changed. It has become apparent that Gen Zers do not have this same work ethic. Gen Z has prompted a warning that societal norms are changing, and the importance of hard work is on its way out. A number of factors have brought about this change. A contributing factor is the upbringing of Gen Zers. This generation has had everything scheduled for them and given to them. Their helicopter parents have wanted to know who, what, where, why, and how about every aspect of their child’s life. Gen Zers have created their own protective home cocoons, and social media has become their reality. They have experienced sports without a score, COVID isolation, school shootings, participation trophies, mental health struggles, no responsibilities at home, an obsession with computer games, and CRT, DEI, and Woke philosophies. These infl uential factors have truly affected them and their work ethic. Gen Z is currently being hammered for its abysmal work ethic. There are major concerns about the newest entrants to the workforce. This assessment is being validated by educators, recruiters, employers, and recent survey data. Educators have described this generation as the entitled generation, unwilling to put in the time and eff ort to achieve its full potential. Intelligent.com found that over 50% of employers and recruiters think that Gen Zers have inappropriate work attitudes and present unprofessional behavior in the recruiting process. A Resumebuilder.com survey reveals that 74% of business leaders report that Gen Z is more diffi cult to work with than any other generation. Survey data of these very transparent Gen Zers paints a troubling picture. They describe their expectations as: high pay with fewer hours, more paid time off , a newly defined work-life balance, immediate earnings of $75,000 to $100,00 right out of college, fl exible hours, working remotely, and immediate job recognition and rewards. In the realm of work, they describe themselves as having a lack of initiative, short attention spans, limited interpersonal skills, no moorings, being depressed and burnt out (more than half of Gen Zers either have been diagnosed with or have been treated for a mental health issue), and having lost a sense of motivation and determination. The well-established and long-standing virtue of hard work may be a fl eeting memory of previous generations. The initial societal eff ect of a disappearing work ethic is being felt, and the long-term impact could be devastating. Is there a silver lining in this devastating description of Gen Z? Well, not all Gen Zers meet this profi le, which presents an incredible window of opportunity to those who are hard-working, responsible, motivated, and mature. These individuals will noticeably stand out amongst their peers, will be highly sought after by employers, and will have limitless possibilities in the marketplace. —Dr. Jim Thrasher is the Senior Advisor to the Vice President for Student Recruitment and the coordinator of the Institute for Faith & Freedom›s working group on calling. ׉ 7cassandra://fSS80Iva7Qq2zccsMGgwz_mlVeyHVDBLVZgEdd4Ht5o-`̰e<;=F׉EITHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 7 City of Everett Hosts Rumble at the Rec Professional Wrestling Show Wrestling Entertainment and excitement at the Recreation Center The crowd reacting a to a big moment during a match. There was no shortage of action and excitement in the wrestling ring with so many wrestlers competing in the main event. E VERETT – The City of Everett’s Recreation and Youth Development Department hosted the Rumble at the Rec professional wrestling show on Friday, Feb. 16, at the Everett Recreation Center. The wrestling ring took center stage at the Recreation Center as professional wrestlers brought entertainment and excitement to residents of all ages. The crowd was delighted by the action-packed event as they cheered for their favorite wrestlers to be victorious in their matches that took place throughout the evening. In between matches, fans had the opportunity to interact with their favorite wrestlers and take photos to remember the moment. A fun time was had by all who attended. Mayor Carlo DeMaria would like to thank everyone who attended, as well as all of the event organizers and participants that contributed to the success of the event. If you would like to know about all of the upcoming events the City of Everett has planned, please visit cityofeverett.com/calendar/category/events/list. You can also follow the official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (the platform formerly known as Twitter). Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @City_EverettMA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the many exciting events that are planned. Thumbs up for the Rumble at the Rec. High-fives for the crowd as a wrestler enters the ring. 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Join us for a special event at noon ET at the FTLF 739 Monument on the Balsam Valley tip lands in Downeast Maine. The event will be broadcast live on WAA’s offi - cial Facebook page and Wreaths Across America Radio. Sixty-two years ago, on March 16, 1962, FTLF 739 and its crew ENCORE | FROM PAGE 5 to the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technology, but the House has not come forward,” DiDomenico said. “Until that happens there can’t be a public hearing. Hopefully, they will eventually accept it before the departed on a secret mission to Vietnam sanctioned by President Kennedy. This reconnaissance mission went missing, with no trace of the plane or its passengers ever found. Onboard were 93 United States Army soldiers, 11 civilian crewmembers, and four Vietnamese citizens. Very little is known about what happened to FTLF 739, its crew, and its passengers. Due to the circumstances surrounding this mission, the names of those lost have never been added to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washingend of the session in July. It’s a routine thing to do. It aff ects DPA status only, not other processes. Massachusetts General Law Chapter 91, Waterways, and MEPA reviews will still be in eff ect.” A stadium, the casino and completion of Malden River waterfront access and busiton D.C. Presently, a private citizen erected the only monument that bears the names of these American heroes, Wreaths Across America founder Morrill Worcester. The monument is located on his tip land in Maine, where balsam is harvested to make veterans’ wreaths that are placed each December as part of National Wreaths Across America Day – this year on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024. The inscription on the FTLF 739 monument in Maine reads: “Missing in action; Presumed dead. Flying Tiger Line Flight nesses and amenities that go with them, like theatres and high-end restaurants, could transform Everett from a working-class city that was the site of polluting power plants and gas tanks into a destination for recreation. The cost of environmental work is $60-80 million, to be borne by Kraft. He has 739 went missing on March 16, 1962, with 93 U.S. Army soldiers on board. These men and their flight crew perished in what would become one of the biggest aviation mysteries out of the Vietnam War era.” This solemn ceremony will share poignant messages and stories about FTLF 739 and pay homage to the crew’s memory. Join us as we come together to remember and honor these selfl ess individuals and the enduring spirit of courage they exemplifi ed. To watch live on Facebook or also pledged $10 million for the Aff ordable Housing Trust. DiDomenico called it a potential “economic boom and environmental windfall to transform a dirty area that has been polluting the air and water for decades, a blighted piece of land that is an entry to the city.” However, development share the ceremony on March 16, at noon ET, use this link: https:// fb.me/e/3irk53Hbw National Wreaths Across America Day will be held this year on Saturday, December 14, 2024. This is a free event open to all, and the organization encourages community members to participate by volunteering locally or sponsoring a wreath for an American hero. For $17, you can help sponsor the year-long efforts of Wreaths Across America. For more information, please visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org. brings new sets of problems with it. A hiccup in the stadium plan could be the City’s desire to have only 75 parking spots, which would necessitate enhancing public transportation in the area. “The process will need to be robust to upgrade the infrastructure,” DiDomenico knows. ׉ 7cassandra://40PCRPBkRsLRDgyi1yAgkoMMEIo86rJygF5IOxUc2nQ,`̰e<;=H׉E 1THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 9 EHS Crimson Tide Varsity Cheerleaders share post-graduation plans on Senior Night 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 Everett High School basketball cheerleader Ana Luiza Silva was joined at center court by her proud mother, Nina Silva, her father, Rogerio Silva, her boyfriend, Steve Nunes, and her friends Emily Texeira and Sophia Robbins. She plans to study marketing, and her top choice is Bentley University. 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(Courtesy photos, Head Coach Craig Richards) By Tara Vocino T he Everett High School Hockey Cheerleading and Ice Hockey Co-Op Team, which includes students from Revere, Everett, Mystic Valley Regional Charter and Malden high schools (REMM), held a Senior Dinner at Everett High School last Thursday. The Everett High School Hockey seniors includes: Matt Lacroix, Jake Simpson, Lukas Deguire, Liam Thompson, Vishant Chawla, Ollie Svendsen, Sofia Leung, Aaron Al-Marayati, and Jacob Cantone. Seniors, shown from left to right: Woodjanna Tondreau, Maria Rocha Moraes, Mia Oliva, CoCaptain Rebecca Hickey, Co-Captain Alyssa Parziale, Emma Longmore, Alessandra Foster, Pietra Bertolazzi and Kirtsy Hall. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Back row, shown from left to right: Kyleigh Ridlon, Alexa Hall, Mia Oliva, Mae Kelley, Maria Rocha Moraes, Mia Auguste, Pietra Bertolazzi, Alessandra Foster, Emma Longmore, Kirtsy Hall, Grisnel Gonzalez Pena and Bianca-Lynn St. Fort. Front row, shown from left: Woodjanna Tondreau, Shaeendra Hall, Co-Captain Rebecca Hickey, Co-Captain Alyssa Parziale, Olivia Dresser and McKenzie Rivera during last Thursday’s Senior Dinner at Everett High School. ׉ 7cassandra://DdaiwRCraCBnsYVmdNF44HX1j5GoXqAFK-meKw2P7R44>`̰e<;=J׉ERTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 11 EHS Boys’ Varsity Basketball Crimson Tide recognizes seniors on center court during Senior Night Guard Vessenchy Jean (in center) was accompanied by his proud mother, Beline Pompilus, his cousins Wolky Cieidon and Lesenberg Saint-Louis, his sister, Nayma Jean, and his teammates. Shown from left to right: Forward Lian Dorosario, Guard Vessenchy Jean, Head Coach Gerard Joyce, Small Forward Allsin Desruisseaux, Shooting Guard Leison Ruiz and Wing Steve Nunes. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) By Tara Vocino T he Everett High School Boys’ Varsity Basketball Crimson Tide Team honored their seniors during last Thursday’s Senior Night against the East Boston High School Jets. Forward Lian Dorosario was joined at center court by his proud mother, Maria Dos Santos, his father, Alonzo Dorosario, his brother, Louis Dorosario, his sister-in-law, Brianna Le, his girlfriend, Ikhra Bashir, and his mother-inlaw, Kafia Mohammed. Small Forward Allsin Desruisseaux was escorted by his proud mother, Marie Desruisseaux, his brother, Marie Desruisseaux, and cousin Francia Desruisseaux. Shooting Guard Leison Ruiz was accompanied by his proud parents, Jacquelyn and Daniel, during last Thursday’s Everett High School Boys’ Varsity Basketball Senior Night against East Boston High School Jets at home. ׉ 7cassandra://3COP0IvN7n_wKOzF27tQkWI3-Pt97Q_vU-ODJnUbStQ2`̰e<;=Ke<;=J PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://rE91YZWdyKrch756HTjICeLQ9HOEAhsGRj-2mlEVLOY`)׉ 7cassandra://Zebfzd-bY0bYlh18-fNjavBtLtZgakmb_K1W5zAuKx8͒Q`J׉ 7cassandra://1-8VCXfuTK-bgaCKzxwvZJ46Qa0oKDf0wH6CW_SQjx00s`̰eӿ;=ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://N_9qwPryBH-zmroeHpiRcvhRu_FvBb1GGuy3Qj-rWT89`)׉ 7cassandra://3i-PZJLovDctpCFtxfMHZcG6JUqEIQFC_gWOj40Ba4k͚%`J׉ 7cassandra://5bL5joAwCwHI_IPSRLTFoxUr6nvY3GOnjmQHVYHlHzU2f`̰eӿ;=נe;=X,9ׁH$http://verett.com/calendar/category/ׁ ׁ Ј׉E"Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 The Connolly Center was filled with attendees celebrating the Lunar New Year. Attendees holding their gifts and enjoying the festivities Everett High School student Natalie Truong delivering opening remarks. CELEBRATION | FROM PAGE 1 as part of Mayor Carlo DeMaria’s “Everett for Everyone” initiative. “Our first Lunar New Year Celebration in Everett is a part of our continued commitment to ensuring Everett is for everyone and to provide residents with the opportunity to learn about different cultures and partake in their traditions together,” said Mayor DeMaria. “Thank you to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Department for helping put together this event, as well as all of the organizations and individuals that joined us to make it a tremendous success. Happy Lunar New Year, Everett!” Celebrated on the second new moon after the winter solstice, Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the new year in the traditional Chinese lunisolar calendar. AlCELEBRATION | SEE PAGE 13 ׉ 7cassandra://1-8VCXfuTK-bgaCKzxwvZJ46Qa0oKDf0wH6CW_SQjx00s`̰e<;=L׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 13 The City of Everett was joined by community members and performers at the Connolly Center for the City’s first-ever Lunar New Year Celebration. Attendees enjoying the Lunar New Year festivities at the Connolly Center. Shown from left to right: Gary Yu, Simone Holyfield and Hung Goon. One of the highlights of the event were the lion dancers, one shown interacting with a young attendee. CELEBRATION | FROM PAGE 12 though Lunar New Year is observed worldwide, it is commonly celebrated in China – along with many other countries in East Asia – with performances, dances, festivals, parades, music and acrobatics. If you would like to know about all of the upcoming events the City of Everett has planned, please visit cityofeverett.com/calendar/category/ events/list. You can also follow the official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter). Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @City_EverettMA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the many exciting events that are planned. 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Their banquet is Tuesday, March 12 at Anthony’s of Malden at 6 p.m. Greater Boston League Team, shown from left to right: Front row: Thomas Cau, Maria Luiza Medeiros, Kevin Prada Araujo, Nora Hounain, Kenny Wong, Katelyn Vo, Eduardo Landaverde Lemus, Chris Seccareccio, Hayden Butler, Matt Chan, Audrey Nguyen and Declan Chaisson; back row: Co-Head Coach Kevin Isaza, James Montello, Peter Noel, Obert Jean Louis, Stanley Davitoria, Angel Chinchilla, Radley Lekuku, Kevin Argueta, Jason Wang, Carlos Jimenez, Hakim Malik, Gaetano Foster, David Prada Araujo, Sean Cochran, Jason Vasquez Tevez, Elijah Miranda, Mark Sylvain and Co-Head Coach Nick Erban. Shown from left to right: Co-Head Coach Kevin Isaza, CoCaptains Maria Luiza Medeiros, David Prada Araujo and Kevin Argueta and Co-Head Coach Nick Erban. Wrestlers hailing from Everett, shown from left to right: Co-Head Coach Kevin Isaza (MHS); Maria Luisa Madeiros (Sr., 113 lbs.); Kevin Argueta (Jr., HVY); Angel Chinchilla (Soph., 157 lbs.); Gaetano Foster (Soph., HVY); Mark Silvain (Jr., HVY); Jason Vasquez Tevez (Soph., 138 lbs.) and Co-Head Coach Nick Erban. Wrestlers hailing from Malden, shown from left to right: Front row: Kenny Wong, Kevin Prada Araujo, Nora Hounain, Katelyn Vo, Eduardo Landaverde Lemus, Thomas Cau, Matt Chan, and Audrey Nguyen; back row: Co-Head Coach Kevin Isaza (MHS), Obert Jean Louis, Stanley Davitoria, Jason Wang, David Prada Araujo, Sean Cochran, Declan Chaisson and Co-Head Coach Nick Erban (EHS). Wrestlers hailing from Revere, shown from left to right: CoHead Coach Kevin Isaza (MHS); Carlos Jimenez (Sr., 190 lbs.); Radley Lekuku (Soph. 144 lbs.); Hakim Malik (Sr., 175 lbs.) and Co-Head Coach Nick Erban (EHS). Shown from left to right: Co-Head Coach Kevin Isaza, GBL team players James Montello, Peter Noel, Hayden Butler, Elijah Miranda and Chris Seccareccio and Co-Head Coach Nick Erban. Shown from left to right: Co-Head Coach Kevin Isaza, seniors Maria Luiza Medeiros, Jason Wang, Hakim Malik and Carlos Jimenez and Co-Head Coach Nick Erban during last Wednesday’s Wrestling Senior Night at Malden High School. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) ׉ 7cassandra://RzwtSmJr2wqanMhEFsWAcbdrfT0aCjgZ0HY-JFe1ZQ47`̰e<;=N׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 15 Tide boys basketball preps for hopeful long postseason run Division 1 state tournament pairings will be announced tomorrow on MiAA website The 2024 EHS Crimson Tide Boys’ Varsity Basketball Team, shown back row, from left to right: Head Coach Gerard Boyce, Assistant Coach Gerell Boyce, Aidan Volquez, Vessenchy Jean, Allisin Desruisseaux, Jaysaun Coggins, John Luna, Leison Ruiz, Amine Hamoudi, Lian Dorosario Santos, Jomanuel Desruisseaux, Henrique Pinto, Team Manager Joey Lemay, Statistician Carol Manuel, Assistant Coach Lawan Swain, and Team Manager Marvens Seide. Kneeling, shown from left to right: Steve Nunes, Cleevence Erilus, Cristian Vasquez, Tyson Chhun, and Jevaun Berberena. By Joe McConnell T he Everett High School boys basketball team (155) won its last seven out of eight regular season games to go into the postseason redhot among all of the state’s elite squads. According to the state power rankings on Feb. 20, the Everett boys are 37th out of 61 Division 1 clubs. “I’m extremely proud of the boys,” said first-year head coach Gerard Boyce. “They have given me all they have, and then some this year. “We have a week to prepare for the state tournament,” added Boyce. “We will know our first-round opponent (tomorrow, Feb. 24). But overall, it’s been an epic first year, but we’re not done yet. We’re now looking forward to the tournament.” Everett’s final week of the regular season started off with a win over East Boston, Boyce’s alma mater, 65-60 on Feb. 15. They then lost to non-league host Sharon Sunday afternoon to begin a late season invitational tournament, 75-52, before beating Dedham in the consolation game the next day, 65-45. “I graduated from East Boston in 1990, and coaching against them was epic,” said Boyce. “It was a first for me to coach against one of my former players. It was very unBASKETBALL | SEE PAGE 18 Tide girls’ basketball ends season with losses to Lowell, Marblehead Everett misses the state tournament by just two games after gallant late season comeback effort By Joe McConnell T he Everett High School girls’ basketball team (812) dropped four out of its last five games of the season to fall out of state tournament contention, thus missing a postseason berth by a slim two games. The Crimson Tide lost to non-league host Lowell last Thursday (Feb. 15). 46-43, before visiting Marblehead exploded past them, 5733 Monday afternoon in another non-league encounter. “It was a bummer of a loss against Lowell,” said coach Riley Dunn. “My girls played so hard, and it was some of the best basketball I have ever seen them play. They played together, executed their plays, responded to adjustments on the fly and never let up until the final buzzer. Unfortunately, we didn’t finish on top, but I’m so proud of their fight and performance against a solid Lowell team.” Emilia Maria Babcock collected 10 points and five rebounds to help her teammates stay close on the scoreboard. Malaica Guillaume recorded 16 points and seven rebounds to do her part to put a scare into Lowell. Dunn mentioned that Casey Martinez, Kaesta Sandy, Taisha Alexandre, Sonia Constanza Flores and Manal Bouhou were all credited with some major defensive stops to go along with making clutch baskets on offense that helped maintain the compete level throughout the contest. The Everett girls then wrapped up the season at home with a loss against non-league Marblehead out of the Northeastern Conference earlier this week. Babcock was the team’s leading scorer against the Magicians with 11 points. She also grabbed five rebounds. Guillaume chipped Bottom row, shown from left to right: Malica Guillaume, Taisha Alexandre, Dori Vilson, Emilia Maria-Babcock, Malaica Guillaume, and Gleidy Tejada Sanchez. Top row, shown from left to right: Assistant Coaches Alex Strempel with Courtney Meninger, Casey Martinez, Sonia Flores, Clarice Alexis, Gerniah Boyce, Kaesta Sandy, Manal Bouhou, Katerin Landaverde and Head Coach Riley Dunn. in with nine points and eight rebounds. As a result of their sub .500 record, the Tide did not qualify for the Division 1 state tournament. The top teams in Division 1, according to the Feb. 20 state power rankings, are as follows: Bishop Feehan (16-4), Wachusett Regional (19-0), Springfield Central (15-3), Wellesley (154), Woburn Memorial (16-4), Central Catholic (16-4), Weymouth (17-4), Quincy (17-3), Lexington (16-4), Needham (14-6) and Bridgewater-Raynham (14-6). ׉ 7cassandra://NDGpvcgDQy-20chF53jK1HCM6DJ9zEWSq2t8KRTVEvg/i`̰e<;=Oe<;=N PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://8NQPetGqTAUZJqAuQsdzrDPhQxxHYHLZHIwQ1KJ5GMI.`)׉ 7cassandra://Dua9y3vJcKbrsa1RXnkeckSSlzGhqvUF3aZ5z8stWMQͨ`J׉ 7cassandra://Fk7aa98jSlXqNiZOZRXJhb0C1NSbMQ-28Hyht2YxQ146`̰e;=ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://5reW2iGqztEobid3Zno9p5B5ymLEqvINEDHGMEkRNTE `)׉ 7cassandra://scYLZFI3q9nnVfx87jAXmCL3j2l6oMxty6gx6Jf70DgͦH`J׉ 7cassandra://e6b-FRZjFz4HAkD2IYqcjCIZld429jrUzb7ApoXxCJo)`̰e;=נe;=c^̳9ׁHhttp://pages.com/su/aPTLucKׁ ׁ Јנe;=cJ9ׁHhttps://lp.coׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Mystic Valley Regional Charter High School Eagles cheerleader shares collegiate plans on Senior Night Front row, shown from left to right: Kayla Michel, Victoria De Assuncao, Ronique Grandoit, Corrine Mahoney, Amelia Daly, Eva Truong, Nari Steele, Coralie Mondesir, Tayla McDonough, Ashley Cenat; Second row: Ana Viera, Carolina Machado, Vy Ngyuen, Isabella Muniz, Bella Brogna, Mia Santonastaso, Miriam Mulugheta, Samantha Castrucci, Melody Sullivan, Emerson Lyons, Sharisse Scioletti, Milana Banwait, and Head Coach Dakota Politano; Third row: Assistant Coach Kloey Cardillo, Ashley Pinhiero, Kaylee Rodriguez, Megan Nazaire, Gabi Silva, Ateng Kuany, Hope Mania, Reem Chaouchi, and Martilda Mulindwa. Seniors, shown from left to right: Ronique Grandoit, Coralie Mondesir, Corrine Mahoney, Amelia Daly, Victoria De Assuncao, Head Coach Dakota Politano, Tayla McDonough, Melody Sullivan, Nari Steele, Ashley Cenat, Kayla Michel, and Eva Truong. Everett resident Eva Truong was joined by her proud mother, Lethanh Nguyen, during Tuesday’s Girls’ Varsity Cheerleading Senior Night at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School against Boston Collegiate Charter School. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) By Tara Vocino E va Truong, a flyer from Everett, was honored during Tuesday’s Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Eagles Varsity Cheerleading Senior Night. Flyer Eva Truong was accompanied by Superintendent Alexander Dan and her proud mother Lethanh. She plans to major in biology to become a dental hygienist after high school graduation. First pyramid on the left: Tayla McDonough on top, Eva Truong on the far left, Corrine Mahoney in back, and Amelia Daly holding other foot, in back. Second pyramid on the right: Nari Steele on top, Ronique Grandoit, in back, and Kayla Michel, holding outside foot. In front, shown from left to right: Victoria De Assuncao, Melody Sullivan, and Ashley Cenat did a stunt. ׉ 7cassandra://Fk7aa98jSlXqNiZOZRXJhb0C1NSbMQ-28Hyht2YxQ146`̰e<;=P׉E.pTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 17 GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call reviews local senators’ votes in the 2023-2024 on several proposals to raise or lower taxes. Included are comments from legislators and others at the time the measures were voted upon. TAX RELIEF PACKAGE (H 4104) Senate 38-1, approved a tax relief package that supporters said will provide $561.3 million in tax relief in fiscal year 2024 and $1.02 billion per year in subsequent years. Provisions include increasing the rental deduction cap from $3,000 to $4,000; reducing the estate tax for all taxpayers and eliminating the tax for all estates under $2 million by allowing a uniform credit of $99,600; increasing the refundable tax credit for a dependent child, disabled adult or senior from $180 to $310 per dependent in taxable year 2023, and then to $440 in subsequent years while eliminating the child/dependent cap; doubling the refundable senior circuit breaker tax credit from $1,200 to $2,400; increasing the refundable Earned Income Tax Credit from 30 percent to 40 percent of the federal credit; and reducing the short-term capital gains tax rate from 12 percent to 8.5 percent. Other provisions double the lead paint tax credit to $3,000 for full abatement and $1,000 for partial abatement; ensure that employer student loan payments are not treated as taxable compensation; make public transit fares, as well as ferry and regional transit passes and bike commuter expenses, eligible for the commuter expense tax deduction; increase from $1,500 to $2,000 the maximum that municipalities may pay seniors to do volunteer work to reduce their property taxes; raise the annual authorization for Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen the low income housing tax credit from $40 million to $60 million; and allow cities and towns to adopt a local property tax exemption for affordable real estate that is rented by a person whose income is less than a certain level set by the municipality. “We are thrilled to deliver on our promise to pass tax cuts that will result in real savings for the people of Massachusetts, including the country’s largest child and family tax credit that will go back in the pockets of parents and caregivers,” said Gov. Healey. “Everywhere we go, we hear about how people are struggling to keep up with the rising cost of living. This tax package delivers savings for those who need it most, while making long overdue changes that will better allow Massachusetts to compete with other states.” “This tax relief package strikes the critically important balance of providing permanent financial relief to residents and businesses across Massachusetts, without compromising the longterm financial security of the commonwealth,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “I’m confident that this tax reform legislation will help to make Massachusetts more affordable for all residents, while also helping to make the commonwealth more competitive with other states.” The measure also includes two provisions which the opponents said will result in tax hikes. One would require Massachusetts married couples who file income tax returns jointly at the federal level to do the same at the state level. The other changes are the system under Chapter 62F that requires that annual tax revenue above a certain amount collected by the state go back to the taxpayers. Under current law, the money is returned to taxpayers based on what he or she earned and paid in taxes. The new tax package changed that and provided that each taxpayer will receive a flat rate refund, unrelated to what they earned or paid in taxes. “The High Tech Council appreciates the effort Gov. Healey and the Legislature put into this first step towards addressing the state’s tax outlier status,” said High Tech Council President Chris Anderson. “Unfortunately, the final tax ‘relief’ legislation falls short of delivering the meaningful change needed, as it includes both an expansion of the voter-approved income surtax and an unconstitutional redistribution of income through changes to the voter-approved Chapter 62F rebate formula.” Anderson concluded, “The High Tech Council looks forward to collaborating with Gov. Healey, her cabinet and legislators across the commonwealth who are committed to defending and strengthening our business climate and the associated high quality of life it brings to Massachusetts residents.” (A “Yes” vote is for the tax relief package. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes FILE TAXES JOINTLY (S 2387) Senate 33-5, approved an amendment that would require Massachusetts couples who file income tax returns jointly at the federal level do the same at the state level. Supporters said this amendment will close a loophole that allows some married couples to file individually – an action that could be used to minimize or avoid the person’s state tax obligations under the recent 4 percent surtax which is in addition to the current flat 5 percent one, on taxpayers’ earnings of more than $1 million annually. Opponents said if filers are forced to file jointly at the state level, the 4 percent surtax will apply to many more filers, which is not what the voters approved on the November 2022 ballot question imposing the 4 percent surtax. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment requiring joint filing. A “No” vote is against the amendment.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes REDUCE SHORT TERM CAPITAL GAINS TAX (S 2397) Senate 5-32, rejected an amendment that would reduce the short-term capital gains tax from 12 percent to 5 percent. Amendment supporters said that there are 26 states that currently tax short-term capital gains at a rate of 5 percent or lower, including all of the Bay State’s surrounding states. They asked why the capital gains tax or any tax imposed should be charged at a higher rate than earned income. Amendment opponents said the state cannot afford the $117 million loss in revenue that this tax cut would cost this year. They argued the cut would do nothing to help the costs of housing and living. (A “Yes” vote is for the reduction to 5 percent. A “No” vote is against the reduction.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No INCREASE ESTATE/DEATH TAX EXEMPTION (S 2397) Senate 5-33, rejected an amendment that would increase from $1 million to $5 million the amount of money that is tax exempt from the value of a person’s estate when calculating the state’s estate/death tax that a person is required to pay following their death before distribution to any beneficiary. The increase to $5 million would be implemented over ten years. Most Republicans are against any such tax and coined the name “death tax” to imply that the government taxes you even after you die. Most Democrats support the tax and call it an “estate tax” to imply that this tax is mostly paid by the wealthy. Amendment supporters said that Massachusetts is one of only 12 states that have an estate/death tax and that the Bay State’s is the most aggressive of the 12. They said that in light of the high value of houses, with the average home price more than $500,000, the $1 million threshold of this “unfair and regressive” tax is too low and noted the federal tax exempts the first $12 million. They noted that Massachusetts is losing many residents, who move to Florida and other states where this tax does not even exist. Amendment opponents said the proposed bill already raises the exemption from $1 million to $2 million and noted that will cost $185 million. They said a hike to $5 million is excessive and unaffordable and will cost hundreds of millions of dollars more. They noted that lowering the estate tax is not the only way to help seniors and their families and noted there are many other initiatives in the bill that help seniors. (A “Yes” vote is for increasing the exemption to $5 million. A “No” vote is against increasing it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No TAX REVENUE FROM MILLIONAIRE’S TAX (S 3) Senate 5-34, rejected an amendment that would remove a section in the budget that exempts tax revenue generated from the recently voter-approved Millionaire Tax from counting toward the allowable state tax revenue limitations, under Chapter 62F, which provides that whenever revenue collections in a fiscal year exceed an annual cap tied to wage and salary growth, the excess is returned to taxpayers. Last year, $3 billion in refunds were returned to taxpayers when the law was triggered for just the second time since its passage in 1986. The revenue from the Millionaire Tax is deposited into the new Education and Transportation Stabilization Fund. “It’s refreshing to see some lawmakers put the interests of the taxpayers at the forefront,” said Paul Craney, a spokesperson for the Mass Fiscal Alliance which supported the amendment to remove the section. “Senate Republicans came to today’s debate well prepared. They passionately spoke out in favor of their ideas to protect the taxpayers and preserve the very popular taxpayer protection voter approved law known as 62F. Senate Democrats want to break the will of the voters by excluding the new millionaire’s tax revenue from the total calculation for rebates back to the taxpayers from 62F. That goes against the will of the voters as the law is written and today’s debate by Senate Republicans made that point very clearly.” Amendment opponents said the amendment will put the new revenue in jeopardy and argued this new revenue is earmarked for education and transportation and must be protected and treated differently than other tax revenue. (Please note what a “Yes” and “No” vote mean. The amendment was on striking the section that exempts tax revenue generated from the recently voter-approved Millionaire Tax from counting toward the allowable state tax revenue limitations. Therefore, a “Yes” vote is for the amendment that favors tax revenue generated from the recently voter-approved Millionaire Tax counting toward the allowable state tax revenue limitations. A “No” vote is against the amendment and supports exempting the revenue from the allowable state tax revenue limitations.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 No SEND 90 PERCENT OF CAPITAL GAINS TAX REVENUE ABOVE $1 BILLION TO THE RAINY DAY FUND (S 3) Senate 3-36, rejected an amendment that would maintain the current 90/5/5 law under which 90 percent of the capital gains tax collections exceeding $1 billion goes to the Rainy Day Fund, 5 percent to the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund and 5 percent to the State Pension Liability Fund. The amendment would replace a pending 60/20/20 proposal that would send, in fiscal 2024 only, 60 percent of the $1 billion excess to the Rainy Day Fund while sending 20 percent to the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund and 20 percent to the State Pension Liability Fund. Amendment supporters said it is essential to provide 90 percent to the Rainy Day Fund which helps bail out the state during slow economic times when tax revenues shrink. ׉ 7cassandra://e6b-FRZjFz4HAkD2IYqcjCIZld429jrUzb7ApoXxCJo)`̰e<;=Qe<;=P PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://OXn2nici0XryPyWs62eySVWNN1JFQY2-olNMBd_pCZY `)׉ 7cassandra://qmI_HuGbaLaUqJK1xXD2SoTEm4Vq2KMOM8mVT4c1VgE͝K`J׉ 7cassandra://_7pCsIWY_cMWyFaywzT6QYhRisMJQm782T0ALkZxsN0*`̰e;=ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://8UASaPkNWeQS1pJgskOkyBKa6KbI-1CpTyfXa2X0tTM#`)׉ 7cassandra://V3V7IJskz7_fg3cW3x2gXBGJX2kkZEicey9NVBjuU64͑5`J׉ 7cassandra://hgTCp-YxGxk7U7_pp5sdJyIpbO-StZdP8I1olk9GVE4&Q`̰e;=̕נe;=݁:9ׁH%mailto:Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.usׁ ׁ Јנe;=ہ;9ׁH*http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter.ׁ ׁ Јנe;=ځY9ׁH)http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/Planningׁ ׁ Јנe;=ׁ 4̾9ׁHhttp://www.copdfoundation.orgׁ ׁ Јנe;=ӁpB9ׁHhttp://BBB.orgׁ ׁ Ј׉E%Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 BASKETBALL | FROM PAGE 15 Capital Gains Tax Exclusion And Irrevocable Trusts P eople often question if they transfer their principal residence into an irrevocable trust, will they still be entitled to the capital gains tax exclusion upon a subsequent sale, pursuant to Internal Revenue Code Section 121. The answer is yes. A married couple fi ling a joint income tax return has the right to exclude up to $500,000 of capital gain on the sale of their principal residence. The limit is $250,000 for a single taxpayer. The capital gain is simply the difference between the selling price and the cost basis of the home. The cost basis of the home is determined by adding the original purchase price, plus capital improvements over the years as well as expenses associated with selling the home such as a broker’s commission, tax stamps, legal fees, fi xing up expenses and any other expenses associated with the sale. In some cases, you also have the benefi t of using the date of death value as part of the cost basis if one of the spouses were to die. For example, if husband and wife purchased a home 25 years ago for $250,000 and the husband died 10 years ago when the home’s value was $350,000, upon a subsequent sale of the home by the wife, the cost basis is computed as follows (also assume capital improvements prior to husband’s death were $30,000 and selling expense were $25,000): • ½ of the $250,000 purchase price is allocated to wife, or $125,000. She only owned 50% of the home. • ½ of the fair market value of home at the time of husband’s death is $175,000 ($350,000 x ½, since the husband only had a 50% interest in the home at the time of his death). • ½ of the capital improvements attributed to wife, or $15,000. • Selling expenses of $25,000. In this example, the cost basis would be $340,000 ($125,000 + $175,000 + $15,000 + $25,000). If the home were sold for $575,000, the capital gain would be $235,000. The entire gain would be non-taxable. Since the husband passed comfortable, but I’m glad we got the win. (East Boston) coach Figueroa has his team playing sound.” Allsin Desruisseaux was the top scorer against the Jets with 19 points. Jaysaun Coggins was close behind with 16. Boyce then admitted they didn’t play that well against Sharon. “We didn’t come to play against Sharon,” said Boyce. “We were outplayed and outcoached. We must get better for the state tournament or it will end our season. But I’m confi dent in our guys to get it done.” Coggins and Tyson Chunn away, one half of the fair market value of the home at the time of his death enters into the calculation of the wife’s cost basis. This is referred to as the “stepup in cost basis”. For the $500,000 capital gains tax exclusion to apply, the married couple must have lived in the home for 2 out of the previous 5 years prior to the actual sale. Since the irrevocable income-only trust is designed to qualify under the “grantor-type” trust rules, the law treats the Settlors/Donors/Grantors of the trust as the owners for tax purposes. What makes the trust a grantor-type trust for capital gains tax purposes is the reserved right in the Settlors to direct where the trust principal and/or income of the trust can go during the Settlors’ lifetime. In accordance with Internal Revenue Code Section 674(a), this retained power is what makes the trust a grantor-type trust for capital gains tax purposes, thereby preserving the capital gains tax exclusion. This is referred to as a lifetime special power of appointment. Most often, a lifetime special power of appointment and a testamentary special power of appointment provision is included in an irrevocable Trust. The testamentary special power of appointment is designed to allow the Settlor the ability to change the ultimate benefi - ciary of the Trust by exercising that power of appointment via the Settlor’s Last Will and Testament being submitted to a probate court upon death. A power of appointment is essentially a power to redirect where the Trust principal will go. This also results in an incomplete gift for gift tax purposes. 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. were the top two Everett scorers against Sharon with 19 and 10 points, respectively. Desruisseaux accounted for nine points. But Boyce was thrilled to see them immediately bounce back against Dedham. “There’s nothing like ending the regular season with a win, and then carrying it over to practice to get even better,” the coach said. Desruisseaux was the team’s high scorer against Dedham with 16 points. Coggins was next in line with 13 points. Jevaun Berberena and Chunn poured in 10 apiece to complete the double-digit scorers. Leison Ruiz and Cristian Vasquez were close behind with nine each. While Everett is ranked 37th , the Top 10 Division 1 teams are currently as follows: North High (18-0), Catholic Memorial (16-3), North Andover (16-4), Franklin (20-1), Central Catholic (13-6), Xaverian Brothers (13-6), Andover (13-4), Lowell (13-6), Lawrence (15-6) and Boston College High (11-7). Sa a Say nr y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Easy-to-Use Dental Care Products for Elderly Seniors Dear Savvy Senior, I have arthritis and hand tremors that aff ects my grip strength and makes brushing my teeth diffi cult. I’ve read that electric toothbrushes can help make the job easier. Can you make any recommendations for seniors? Arthritic Alice Dear Alice, For seniors who suff er from arthritis or have other hand weaknesses or tremors, an electric toothbrush is an often turned to solution for keeping your teeth clean. At the push of a button, an electric toothbrush will do everything but shake, rattle and roll to do the cleaning for you, and most come with a wide, slightly weighted handle and rubberized grip that make them easier and more comfortable to hold on to. How to Choose With dozens of diff erent electric toothbrushes on the market today, here are several points to consider to help you choose: Cost: The cost of electric toothbrushes will range from $10 for a model with replaceable AA batteries to more than $200 for some models with rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, multiple brushing modes, smartphone integrations, and other features. How much are you willing to spend? Brushing action: Brush heads tend to be either “spinning” (they rotate very fast in one direction, then the other, and bristles may pulsate in and out) or “sonic” (they vibrate side to side). Both methods are effective and a matter of personal preference. Electric versus batLIKE US ON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA tery: Choose a brush with a built-in rechargeable battery and an electric charging station. They’re much more convenient and cost eff ective than toothbrushes that use replaceable batteries. Brushing timer: Since most dentists recommend brushing for two minutes (most adults average about 45 seconds), get an electric toothbrush with a built-in brushing timer – most have them. Some brushes will even split the two minutes onto four 30-second intervals and will notify you when it’s time to switch to a diff erent quadrant of your mouth. Extra features: Most higher-priced electric brushes come with extra features like cleaning modes, pressure sensors, a charge-level display and more. There are even “smart” toothbrushes that connect to a smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth to track brushing habits. What extra features do you want? Best Electric Toothbrushes According to Consumer Reports – an independent, nonprofi t product testing and research organization – the top electric toothbrushes for 2024 are the Oral-B iO 7 Series ($150); Oral B Genius X 10000 ($200); Bruush Electric Toothbrushes ($95); and the Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 6100 ($120). And the top rated lowcost electric toothbrush is the Brightline 86700 ($30). The New York Times Wirecutter, another popular product reviewing service, rates the Oral-B Pro 1000 ($40) as the best electric toothbrush followed by the Philips Sonicare 4100 ($40). Easier Flossing Tools If fl ossing has become challenging too, a good alternative to traditional string fl oss are fl oss picks. These are disposable plastic-handle tools that have fl oss threaded onto them, which makes them easier to hold and use. DenTek, Oral-B and others sell packages for a few dollars or check out the Listerine UltraClean Access Flosser, which comes with a toothbrush-like handle for a better reach. Some other fl ossing products to consider that are easy on the hands are the WaterPik Power Flosser ($15), which gently vibrates to dislodge embedded food particles between your teeth. Or consider a water fl osser, which use high-pressured pulsating water to remove food particles and plaque and will stimulate your gums in the process. WaterPik off ers a variety of water fl ossing products at prices ranging between $40 and $140, as does Oral Breeze, which off ers the Shower Breeze and Quick Breeze water fl ossers (around $40) that connects directly to your faucet or shower head. All of these dental care products can also be found at your local pharmacy or retailer that sells personal care items or online. 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. nior ior ׉ 7cassandra://_7pCsIWY_cMWyFaywzT6QYhRisMJQm782T0ALkZxsN0*`̰e<;=R׉E THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 19 Tips for purchasing furniture online Only shop with reputable retailers. Research a retailer’s page before deciding to do business with them. Reputable sellers provide information about their company and always have valid contact information. Look for company reviews online; for example, on BBB.org, shoppers can fi nd out if an online retailer is BBB Accredited, read consumer complaints and reviews. Understand the store’s return and refund policy. Return shipping for heavy items, such as furniture, can get costly. Some retailers may have unique restrictions for delivery and returns because of the coronavirus pandemic. Before placing an order, read carefully or call the retailer directly to fi nd BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 Amendment opponents said the Rainy Day Fund is fl ush with $7 billion and argued these retiree and pension funds are currently underfunded and need some additional money for just one year. (A “Yes” vote is for maintaining the current 90/5/5 formula. A “No” vote is for the 60/20/20 formula.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL ONLINE CAR SALES (H 351) – The House gave initial approval to a bill that makes online sales of cars subject to the same law as if the sales were executed at the dealership’s physical place of business. Supporters said the bill aims to modernize the law regarding online car buying by not forcing dealers to provide a three-day return policy for online auto purchases. The measure would make it so the businesses selling these cars would have the choice to make all purchases final as long as that fact is clearly disclosed to the customer, instead of making the dealer pay for the sometimes signifi cant transportation costs associated with a customer changing their mind. They noted that people shopping for a car online have the benefi t of a lot of information to make this important decision, as well as the luxury to shop for many cars at once located over a great distance. “Due to the increasing reliance on online automotive purchases and the changing landscape of the modern economy, this legislation would modernize the motor vehicle purchase process by bringing online automotive out upfront if a retailer has a return policy, if refunds are available, how refunds are issued, what the return process is, who pays for return shipping, and whether or not a restocking fee is charged. This information will often help decide whether or not you will complete the order. Get to know the delivery options. Typically, furniture retailers off er three kinds of shipping, and each one may have a diff erent cost. Front door delivery: the packaged product will be shipped to your front door and no further. Inside delivery: the delivery person will take the packaged furniture into your home, sometimes into the room of your choice. White glove delivery: the purchases into the 21st century,” said co-sponsor Rep. Jack Lewis (D-Framingham). “This legislation does not have any impact on current consumer protections such as inspections or lemon laws.” “I’m proud to join auto dealers in Framingham and across the commonwealth in keeping up with how car buying takes place in 2024,” said co-sponsor Rep. Priscila Sousa (D-Framingham). “I believe if shoppers are given the proper information to make an informed decision, auto dealers should not be forced to adhere to antiquated policies that ultimately hurt our businesses. The passing of this bill would make the benefi ts of online car buying more evenly shared between the dealer and customer while still protecting both.” FORTUNE TELLERS (H 3893) – The House gave initial approval to legislation that would eliminate the current state law requiring that all fortune telling applicants must have lived in the city or town in which they are seeking their license to practice for at least one continuous year prior to fi ling their application. “This law was brought to my attention by one of my municipalities as they were doing research on entertainment,” said sponsor Rep. Susannah Whipps (U-Athol). “The bill [was] fi led on their behalf and in the interest of removing old laws that have become antiquated.” BAN ALL PRODUCTS MADE IN RUSSIA (H 343) – A bill before the Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee would ban the purchase and/or consumption by all Massachusetts consumers and entities of any product made in Russia. OBITUARY delivery person will take the packaged box to the room of your choice, unbox it and assemble it if necessary. They will also clean up any mess from the packaging and take it with them. Ask before placing the order if these delivery options are available, as some retailers have changed to curbside or simply front door delivery service to avoid contact delivery. Measure your space - will it fi t through the door? Be extra conscientious when measuring the space where the new furniture will go. A small mistake when taking measurements can mean the diff erence between the new sofa fi tting comfortably TIPS | SEE PAGE 20 The bill’s co-sponsors, Reps. Patrick Kearney (D-Scituate) and Michelle DuBois (D-Brockton) did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking why they fi led the bill and why it would Carole A. Foley O f Everett. Passed away peacefully at 73 years. She was the loving daughter of the late John and Anne Sheehan. Loving mother of Brandi DeSilva and husband Chris of Lynn. Devoted sister of John Sheehan II and the late Donna Sheehan both from Everett. Longtime friend and cousin of Kathrine Baron of Everett. Cherished grandmother of Hunter DeSilva. Carole dedicated much of a career to the insurance industry helping their doctors work hand in hand with her clients. She loved gardening, taking her dog Carly for walks, watching horse racing, and taking her grandson out. Carole will be remembered for her great strength and kind heart. At be good for the Bay State. Mark Marget from Needham Massachusetts, a student who attends Bentley College, was the only person who has BEACON | SEE PAGE 21 LEGAL NOTICE City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Carole’s behest, there will be no services. In lieu of fl owers, help support & make donations to COPD Foundation @ www.copdfoundation.org LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by Rivergreen, LLC Property located at: 1, 4, & 6 Rivergreen Drive and 0 Tremont Street Site Plan Review & Inclusionary Zoning In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 19, 26, and 33 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review and Special Permit for Inclusionary Zoning. This proposal is for the development of a 25-acre site, located entirely within the Riverfront Overlay District. The proposal calls for three mid-rise residential buildings totaling 830,000 gross square feet and containing 591 dwelling units, 585 parking spaces, and a 14-acre public riverfront path and park. Applicant is proposing 59 of these units will be designated as affordable. 1, 4 & 6 Rivergreen Drive and 0 Tremont Street are parcels of land referenced by Assessor’s Department as D0-03-000223, D0-03-000219, D0-03-000218 and D0-03-000220. A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/Planning-Board and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in person. This project, along with all other projects to be discussed at the meeting, can be found on the posted Agenda at the following link: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Matt Lattanzi of the Department of Planning & Development at Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2230. Frederick Cafasso Chairman February 16, 23, 2024 ׉ 7cassandra://hgTCp-YxGxk7U7_pp5sdJyIpbO-StZdP8I1olk9GVE4&Q`̰e<;=Se<;=R PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://n-DJy6bf3iXaa9z_-P9QqcBuEngGs9vU0Mh6ByUINq0u`)׉ 7cassandra://ULDIQM3enqmhAmajV2HGP4tVgFVVBHDuUKZWJ-gZ3j0͌R`J׉ 7cassandra://dBNgFNbf-0XqFjddXu4f11izlmwupC1ruPVBkkYGCJY%`̰e;=ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://A_zU3C7Hru3jDTgBQrpIqKngPJS8yrx0YJD4PkmC2Xg 3`)׉ 7cassandra://AxDDZJiRAY4L7C2R694jqxQ8a7f2Ul8DjrjYFUATAIM͈`J׉ 7cassandra://6eSJRWZ5iAQmjKy8zFbm_mi4EDxHO2GuNqMMnIVmV8w$`̰e;=נe;=9́9ׁH%mailto:Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.usׁ ׁ Јנe;=};9ׁH*http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter.ׁ ׁ Јנe;=9ׁHhttp://www.cityofeverett.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 F Come watch Polymnia Choral Society tell the story of Anne Frank’s diary, life and legacy 7 0 o r o v e r y e a r s , Polymnia Choral Society has been delivering great performances to acknowledge and honor the important times in our lives. On Saturday, March 9, 2024, at 7:30 p.m., Polymnia will be performing “Annelies” by James Whitbourn. It’s a powTIPS| FROM PAGE 19 in the living room or not fi tting through the doorway and down the hall! Make sure to measure doorways, ceiling heights, and any hallway space (including banisters) the furniture must get through to reach its fi nal destination. Choose the color carefully. As they appear on a computer screen, furniture colors can be signifi cantly different from how they look in real life. Look at furniture images on diff erent devices to get a better feel for the colerful and dramatic work in 14 movements that details the life of Anne Frank during the time she was in hiding during World War II. Also included in the piece are excerpts from her diary. Come experience Polymnia Choral Society ’s per formance of songs inspired by or. Consumer reviews can be helpful, too, as many people will comment if the furniture is darker or lighter than it appears online. Read several reviews. When fi nding the ideal piece or furniture, read as many consumer reviews as possible, keeping a critical eye out for comments about the quality of the furniture and the experience with the retailer. Use these for reference before making a fi nal purchasing decision. Ask questions right up until making a purchasing decision. Reputable furni- LEGAL NOTICE - Anne Frank’s writings, life and legacy. In addition, educational materials regarding the Holocaust, Anne Frank’s life and her diary’s influence will be available for the audience to learn more about these topics. Due to the seriousness of this concert’s subject matter, it would be ture companies will happily answer any questions about a specifi c product until the button to purchase it is clicked. When in doubt, contact the company directly. For example, maybe it’s essential to know whether the feet of a couch unscrew so it will fi t through a tight doorway. Many companies are also willing to send fabric swatches for a reasonable fee – a good idea if there is a specifi c color or texture preference to match in the room. Do a price comparison. Some pieces of furniture are available from multiple retailers, so always compare prices before getting the best deal. Don’t forget to facappropriate for adults and children aged 12 and up to attend. This concert will be held at the Melrose Performing Arts Center at Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School (350 Lynn Fells Pkwy., Melrose, Mass.). Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 for tor in shipping fees and taxes when comparing prices. For store fi nancing, rent-toown, and layaway plans, carefully read the fi ne print. Since furniture can get expensive, many retailers off er store fi - nancing, layaway plans, and rent-to-own options. If you are considering one option, carefully read the financing plan. How much interest is charged? How long does the payment plan last? How many payments over how many months or years will it last? Is there an fee to pay the balance in full? Get the answers to all of these questions before signing a fi nance agreement. Inspect furniture upon LEGAL NOTICE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT DOCKET 24 SM 000602 ORDER OF NOTICE To: Stephen C. Morin and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. c. 50 §3901 (et seq): U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity, but solely as trustee of Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust 2020-RP2, claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in Everett, numbered 210 Broadway, Unit A-406, CHARLESTON LOFTS CONDOMINIUM, given by Stephen C. Morin to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Pride Mortgage, LLP, its successors and assigns, dated October 3, 2005, and recorded in Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry of Deeds in Book 46244, Page 55, and now held by plaintiff by assignment, 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 March 25, 2024, 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 February 12, 2024. Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder 23-005938 February 23, 2024 LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by Mike Bono Property located at: 94-100 Tremont Street Site Plan Review & Inclusionary Zoning In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 19, 26, and 33 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review and Special Permit for Inclusionary Zoning. This proposal is for the development of a 12,502 sq. ft. site, located entirely within the Riverfront Overlay District. The proposal calls for the demolition of the existing industrial structure and the construction of a 5-story mixed-use structure containing 32 units, 4 of which are being proposed as deed-restricted affordable, 2,200 sq. ft. of ground floor retail space, and 13 parking spaces. 94-100 Tremont Street is a parcel of land referenced by Assessor’s Department as D0-04-000003. A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/Planning-Board and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in person. This project, along with all other projects to be discussed at the meeting, can be found on the posted Agenda at the following link: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Matt Lattanzi of the Department of Planning & Development at Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2230. Frederick Cafasso Chairman February 16, 23, 2024 City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 adults, $20 for seniors and $15 for students. To purchase tickets for this concert, visit https:// polymnia.org/about-our-upcoming-season/ or Miter Biter (479 Main St., Melrose) or call 617-633-5006. For more information about Polymnia: www.polymnia.org/about delivery. Before signing any delivery paperwork, inspect the furniture. If it is damaged or missing pieces, you don’t have to accept it. When a delivery is refused because of damage, you will no longer be responsible for payment. For more information Learn more about safe online shopping by reading the BBB Tip: Smart Shopping Online tip. Read the FTC’s advice on renting to own. When researching a furniture retailer, look to businesses who adhere to the BBB Standards for Trust. Read more about BBB’s Accreditation Standards. ׉ 7cassandra://dBNgFNbf-0XqFjddXu4f11izlmwupC1ruPVBkkYGCJY%`̰e<;=T׉E cTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 Page 21 BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 testifi ed on the measure. He told the committee there are many moral, ethical, strategic, practical and safety reasons to pass an imports ban. “Russian products simply are not safe because of the current regime,” said Marget who describes himself as a “well-informed historian and geopolitician who has conducted academic research on the war in Ukraine.” “Authoritarian dictatorships fundamentally have no legal accountability to their own citizens and as such a regime like Putin’s would have no reason to make his people accountable towards international laws,” continued Marget. “And unlike China, Russia is not swayed by economic consequences for political gain. In fact, part of Putin’s own regime security policy involves depoliticizing the masses through cheap and easy access to alcohol. Therefore, there is nothing deterring the Russian State from striking our own citizens with harmful consumer goods and as such, an imports ban needs 1. On Feb. 23, 1903, what museum named after a female who traveled the world opened in Boston? 2. How are Leavenworth, Kans., Terre Haute, Ind., and Yazoo City, Miss., similar? 3. What mammal does not have vocal cords? 4. According to Guinness World Records, a company in the Philippines held “the largest human mattress dominoes” event with 2,355 people; what happened to the mattresses? 5. On Feb. 24, 1938, Dupont began commercial production of nylon toothbrush bristles; reportedly, what hair was used as the fi rst bristles (in China in the 1400s): badger, horse or pig? 6. In what book series would you fi nd the Ministry of Magic? 7. How are “Advise & Consent” (1962), “The Man” (1972) and “Of Thee I Sing” (1972, TV) similar? 8. On Feb. 25, 1956, what Soviet leader gave a speech called “On the Cult of Personality and Its Consequences”? 9. What is the source of the name of Demerara sugar? 10. What is HTTP spelled out? 11. On Feb. 26, 1919, Congress approved the fi rst national park east of the Mississippi, Lafayette National Park, which is now called what? 12. What food company mascot said, “Ho, Ho, Ho!” 13. What comic strip character, whose name is the same as the name of the strip, lived in Dogpatch? 14. On Feb. 27, 1807, what author of “Tales of a Wayside Inn” (in Sudbury, Mass.) and “The Village Blacksmith” was born? 15. How are globe and Jerusalem similar? 16. Whose fi rst album was “Greetings from Asbury Park N.J.”? 17. On Feb. 28, 1646, Lynn., Mass., resident Roger Scott was found guilty of sleeping in church by a tithingman and whipped; what was a tithingman? 18. In 1954 what was made the offi cial presidential song? 19. What substance in the skin causes freckles to come out in the sun? 20. On Feb. 29, 1960, the fi rst-ever Playboy Club opened in what city? ANSWERS LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT: REDUCE THE LEAD TIME REQUIRED TO ADVERTISE A CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FROM AT LEAST THIRTY (30) DAYS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE HEARING TO AT LEAST FOURTEEN (14) DAYS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE HEARING In accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 5 and Section 12 of the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance (Revised Ordinances, Appendix A), the Everett Planning Board shall conduct the required public hearing for a submitted zoning ordinance. Said public hearing shall be held during a regular meeting of the Planning Board, scheduled on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room at Everett City Hall, Third Floor, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. A copy of the proposed zoning amendment is on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com449/ Planning-Board and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in the virtual hearing designated above in accordance with the information for public participation that will be included on the Agenda of the meeting that will be posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law under Planning Board at: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Matt Lattanzi of the Department of Planning & Development at Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2230. Frederick Cafasso Chairman February 16, 23, 2024 to be considered for the safety of the commonwealth.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “Massachusetts has the opportunity to be a global leader in Applied AI – but it’s going to take us bringing together the brightest minds in tech, business, education, health care and government. That’s exactly what this task force will do. Members of the task force will collaborate on strategies that keep us ahead of the curve by leveraging AI and GenAI technology, which will bring signifi cant benefi t [to] our economy and communities across the state.” ---Gov. Maura Healey upon signing an Executive Order establishing the Artifi cial Intelligence Strategic Task Force to study AI and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) technology and its impact on the state, private businesses, higher education institutions and constituents. “This latest report proves that Massachusetts is not immune from 21st century anti-abortion attacks—this data privacy crisis is right here in our backyard. If these extremists are able to use our location data to target abortion seekers with digital advertising, they can also use it to harass, threaten or litigate against patients and providers in our state. Massachusetts has a responsibility to protect our location data and ensure that this personal information cannot be sold to hostile, outof-state actors.” ---Rebecca Hart Holder, president of Reproductive Equity Now, on reports that a data broker company allegedly tracked people’s visits to nearly 600 Planned Parenthood locations across 48 states, including Massachusetts, and provided that data to inform one of the nation’s largest anti-abortion ad campaigns. “These programs will put Massachusetts further on the path to greater food security and economic prosperity and achieving our climate goals. The more food grown here, the less reliance we will have on importing from other parts of the country and world, ultimately decreasing our carbon footprint.” ---Energy and Environmental Aff airs Secretary Rebecca Tepper announcing $8.2 million to support greater food access to residents in underserved Massachusetts communities in order to help strengthen the local food system and address food insecurity. “Given that candidates are already able to draw nomination papers for the regularly scheduled state election for the 6th Plymouth House District, the House will not call a special election, as doing so would burden communities with the added costs associated with holding a special election, only to hold another election a few months later for that same seat.” ---House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) telling the State House News Service why he will not call for a special election for the South Shore House seat vacated by forBEACON | SEE PAGE 23 LEGAL NOTICE City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 1. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum 2. They all have federal penitentiaries. 3. Giraffe 4. They were given to charities. 5. Pig 6. Harry Potter 7. They are films about fictional politicians (the latter with Carroll O’Connor). 8. Nikita Khrushchev 9. The Dutch language in colonial Guyana 10. HyperText Transfer Protocol 11. Acadia National Park 12. The Jolly Green Giant of the Green Giant Company (originally Minnesota Valley Canning Company) 13. Li’l Abner 14. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow 15. They are types of artichokes. 16. Bruce Springsteen’s 17. An elected official who preserved order in church and enforced the Sabbath 18. “Hail to the Chief” (adapted from a Scottish-Gaelic song) 19. Melanin 20. 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Spillane Company, Inc., Attn: Sarah Spillane, Chief Executive Officer / sspillane@pjspillane.com Frank Berardino MA License 31811 • 24 - Hour Service • Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating Residential & Commercial Service Gas Fitting • Drain Service 617.699.9383 Senior Citizen Discount ADVOCATE Call now! 617-387-2200 ADVERTISE ON THE WEB AT WWW.ADVOCATENEWS.NET CLASSIFIEDS ׉ 7cassandra://cIeARyyXvicVXoBLL17crIu6B5TYTMoCnTZgu_Vi1mE54`̰e<;=V׉EBEACON | FROM PAGE 21 mer Rep. Josh Cutler (D-Plymouth) who resigned from the House to become Gov. Maura Healey’s Undersecretary of Apprenticeship, Work-based Learning and Policy in the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. “Amidst the legislative session’s peak, Speaker Mariano apparently prioritizes politics over delivering tangible legislative outcomes for the residents of Pembroke, Duxbury, Marshfi eld, Hanson and Halifax. Should a constituent raise concerns regarding bills or community issues, Speaker Mariano and the Beacon Hill leadership bear full responsibility as those phone calls and e-mails are met with a limited response from staff or go unanswered all together.” ---MassGOP Chairwoman Amy Carnevale on Marian’s decision not to hold a special election. 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 fi led. 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. THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, FEbRuARy 23, 2024 During the week of FebruPage 23 ary 12-16, the House met for a total of 28 minutes and the Senate met for a total of 23 minutes. Mon. Feb. 12 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:17 a.m. Senate 11:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Tues. Feb. 14 No House session No Senate session Wed. Feb. 15 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Feb. 16 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:13 a.m. Senate 11:29 a.m. to 11:37 a.m. Fri. Feb. 9 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. 379 Broadway Everett 617-381-9090 All occasions florist Wedding ~ Sympathy Tributes Plants ~ Dish Gardens Customized Design Work GIFT BASKETS Fruit Baskets www.EverettFlorist.net 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 BUYER2 Leung, Nathaniel SELLER1 Capitolin, Jeanel D SELLER2 Champion, Curley ADDRESS 35 Francis St Unlock your dream home with a trusted real estate agent by your side. 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SAUGUS $925,000 Custom colonial in the Woodlands with fireplace, finished lower level, central air, and 2-car garage. SAUGUS $725,000 Rare two-family with 2/3 bedrooms, hardwood floors, and a charming patio in a quiet side street location. BEVERLY $689,900 Renovated colonial with new kitchen, hardwood floors, and heating system. Features a 2-car garage and large lot. COMMONMOVES.COM 335 CENTRAL STREET, SAUGUS, MA | (781) 233-7300 SAUGUS $679,900 Lovingly maintained split-entry ranch with 3 bedrooms, 1 ½ baths, finished lower level, 1-car garage, on a level lot. ©2024 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of Columbia Insurance Company, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate. Equal Housing Opportunity. FOR SALE FOR SALE -.NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE IN!!! 3 BED CAPE WITH NEWER OPEN CONCEPT KITCHEN/DINING ROOM THAT INCLUDES STAINLESS APPLIANCES, GRANITE COUNTERS, BREAKFAST BAR, CERAMIC TILE FLOOR WITH MATCHING BACKSPLASH. 1ST FLOOR ALSO HAS SEPARATE LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM AND BEDROOM. RED OAK FLOORING, CROWN MOLDING, SUN ROOM W/SKYLIGHT LEADS TO GREAT SIZE DECK OVERLOOKING A NICE SIZED, FLAT LOT. LOWER LEVEL HAS FAMILY ROOM WITH BERBER CARPET AND AN ADDITIONAL SPACE FOR STORAGE AND A WORKSHOP. GAS HEATING SYSTEM. THE BACKYARD INCLUDES A STORAGE SHED AND IS FENCED-IN FOR ALL THE PETS! A MUST SEE PROPERTY. EASY HIGHWAY ACCESS AND CLOSE TO SHOPPING, ENTERTAINMENT, AND ALL THE OFFERINGS OF THE NORTH SHORE. 15 MINUTE DRIVE TO BOSTON. SAUGUS $570,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR DETAILS FOR SALE FOR SALE -RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS 2 FAMILY HOME LOCATED ON A DEAD END STREET IN SAUGUS CENTER. FIRST FLOOR OFFERS 1 BEDROOM, EAT-IN KITCHEN, LIVING ROOM, OFFICE, DINING ROOM (COULD BE A SECOND BEDROOM) FULL BATH AND IN-UNIT LAUNDRY. THE SECOND UNIT FEATURES EAT-IN KITCHEN, NICE SIZED LIVING ROOM AND TWO BEDROOMS. NEWER GAS HEATING SYSTEMS. SEPARATE UTILITIES, PAVED DRIVEWAY, PLENTY OF OFF STREET PARKING. LARGE BASEMENT WITH PLENTY OF STORAGE. THIS PROPERTY IS PERFECT FOR ANYBODY LOOKING TO OWNER OCCUPY OR RENT. SAUGUS $749,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR LEASE FOR LEASE -600 SQUARE FOOT OPEN SPACE WITH KITCHEN AND 1/2 BATH INCLUDED.TENANT PAYS THEIR OWN GAS AND ELECTRIC UTILITIES. CLOSE TO SAUGUS CENTER, THIS HIGH TRAFFIC AREA IS AN EXCELLENT LOCATION FOR A NEW OR EXISTING BUSINESS. PERFECT FOR OFFICE, AESTHETICIANS, NAIL SALON, YOGA STUDIO, ETC. INCLUDES ONE PARKING SPOT IN REAR FOR BUSINESS OWNER. AVAILABLE MARCH 1ST SAUGUS $1,500 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 SOLD RENTALS 2 BEDROOM SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH OPEN CONCEPT, LARGE BEDROOMS WITH BALCONIES AND ONE BATHROOM. FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY, QUAINT AREA. SAUGUS $2,800 PLUS UTILITIES CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT EAT-IN KITCHEN WITH PLENTY OF CABINETS. FRESHLY PAINTED AND NEW CARPETS. LAUNDRY HOOK-UPS IN UNIT FOR AN ELECTRIC DRYER. 2 CAR OFF STREET PARKING. NO PETS AND NO SMOKING. FIREPLACE IN BEDROOM IS DECORATIVE ONLY. GOOD CREDIT AND REFERENCES. 3 MONTHS RENT REQUIRED TO MOVE IN. AVAILABLE 3/1-SAUGUS $1800 CALL RHONDA 781-706-0842 TWO BEDROOM, 2 BATH MODERN CONDO WITH LAUNDRY IN UNIT. 2ND FLOOR UNIT WITH HARDWOOD FLOORING, CENTRAL AIR, EXTRA STORAGE, AND OFF STREET PARKING. SPACIOUS BEDROOMS. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY. REVERE $2,800 UTILITIES NOT INCLUDED. CALL LAUREN 781-835-6989 COMING SOON SOLD - LYNNFIELD OFF MARKET TO ONE OF MY INVESTOR BUYER CLIENTS. I HAVE LOTS OF CASH BUYERS WHO WILL CLOSE FAST AND ARE NOT AFRAID OF WORK. THEY WILL ALSO CLEAN OUT YOUR PROPERTY IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO. SO IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A QUICK CASH SALE, WHERE YOU JUST NEED TO TAKE WHAT YOU WANT AND LEAVE, GIVE ME A CALL. DEBBIE 617-678-9710 COMING SOON-BRAND NEW CONSTRUCTION COLONIAL LOCATED ON A NICE SIDE STREET NOT FAR FROM ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND THE CENTER OF TOWN. 4 BEDS, 3.5 BATH WITH HARDWOOD THROUGH-OUT. BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN AND BATHS. EXQUISITE DETAIL AND QUALITY BUILD. GARAGE UNDER. MOBILE HOMES LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? SAUGUS CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 COMING SOON COMING SOON- 2 BEDROOM, 2 FULL BATH HOME WHICH WAS COMPLETELY RENOVATED IN 2007. THIS HOME FEATURES BAMBOO FLOORING THROUGHOUT WITH EXCEPTION OF TILE IN THE BATHS, SPACIOUS ROOMS, FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY, LOTS, OF SKYLIGHTS FOR PLENTY OF NATURAL LIGHT AND MUCH MUCH MORE. ALL SYSTEMS HAVE BEEN UPGRADED. LOCATED UP OFF STREET FOR ULTIMATE PRIVACY AND LARGE HALF ACRE LOT OF LAND. BIG DECK OFF KITCHEN FOR ENTERTAINING OR JUST ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS. MALDEN CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 FOR DETAILS JULIEANNE CIPRIANO 781-953-7870 CALL HER FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM IN NEED OF TLC. GREAT FOR HANDYMAN. HEAT AND A/C NOT WORKING. LARGE ADDITION.2 CAR PARKING. DANVERS $79,900 YOUNG ONE BEDROOM IN GOOD CONDITION IN A DESIRABLE PARK WITH 2 PARKING SPOTS. SOLD AS IS. SUBJECT TO PROBATE DANVERS $99,900 SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH NICE YARD. LOW PARK RENT. PEABODY $179,900 PRE-CONSTRUCTION. WELCOME TO SHADY OAKS BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY. AFFORDABLE YET UPSCALE LIVING , EACH HOME HAS AMPLE SQUARE FOOTAGE WITH 2 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS. ONE WILL HAVE 3 BEDROOMS AND ONE BATH. OPEN CONCEPT PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. HIGH QUALITY FINISHES FROM TOP TIER APPLIANCES TO ELEGANT FINISHES.. A SERENE WOODED SETTING WHILE BEING CONVENIENT TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, DINING AND MAJOR TRANSPORTATION ROUTES. THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PIECE OF THIS THRIVING COMMUNITY AT AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE. LOW PARK RENT OF 450 A MONTH. INCLUDES TAXES, WATER AND SEWER, RUBBISH REMOVAL AND SNOW PLOWING. ACT NOW BEFORE PRICE INCREASE. EXPECTED OCCUPANCY DATE APRIL 2024 DANVERS $249,900 CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 ׉ 7cassandra://dNXPmk53Kz8SzuWOtqkbvrYDfKt4OCUg3-RESlApXH4+`̰e<;=X׈Ee<;=Ye<;=X P,Everett Advocate 02/23/2024Everett Advocate 02/23/2024e׏ÂeRNt