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The action followed a recommendation of passage by the Subcommittee on Legislative Affairs and Elections before the full Council meeting. Passage of a Second Reading or Ordainment is expected at the meeting on Monday, June 22. “It’s not a ban, but guidelines to make it extremely strict to build,” Councillor-at-Large Katy 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! Rogers said. As described by Chief Development Officer Monica Lamboy and Director of Planning and Development Matt Lattanzi, data centers will be limited to 20,000 combined vertical and horizontal square feet and five megawatts of power. Whichever number is smaller will take precedence. “Technology may improve and they’d require less space for the same wattage,” Lamboy explained. The 20,000 square feet is about the size of the Parlin Library. A data center would probably be a boxy design, however, and would be subject to the Special Permit and Master Plan review processes on its design and how it might blend into the area, plus periodic renewals. “We transitioned from an outright ban to a process with a lot of requirements,” Lattanzi said. “We’re not banning them, we’re regulating them. The Special Permit process would be like any other project, but it would not be a one-time approval.” For comparative purposes, www.810bargrille.com City Hall has about 60,000 finished area square feet. A data center in the Macy’s building above commercial space in Boston’s Downtown Crossing is 800,000 square feet. Lattanzi said 20,000 square feet would probably be the equivalent of one floor of City Hall but divided into two floors in a multi-use building, presumably on the higher floors to allow commercial activity at street level. “There would be no stand-alone data center,” Lattanzi said. A data center is a facility that enables the internet by processing data. E-mail, web searches and virtually everything the internet is used for use them. The Science Feedback website reports there are 9,000 in the world, but more are needed and planned. “Without them, our tightly interconnected civilization would not exist,” it explains. It is not a simple computer room, of which there are many all around the area. The Docklands lnnovation District (EDID) in the Commercial Triangle — bordered by Lower Broadway, Revere Beach Parkway and the Mystic River — is the most likely site for one here. Science Feedback also reports that data centers need and use a lot of power, often drawn from local grids, including power needed for cooling. Up to one-third of the power needed may be for cooling. They can run on solar and wind power, but the inconsistency of those sources requires conventional sources of power as well. Data centers also use water for cooling, the volume of which could increase water use rates for the residents because the volume of use will increase. The same is true for electricity. In effect, residents could be subsidizing the data center by having to cover the cost of more water and electricity being used citywide. To address this, amendments to the zoning code also include provisions for data centers to use a closed loop cooling system in which water is recirculated through it, that data centers pay current electric and water rates if using city utilities and that data centers be required to pay for any upgrades to the electric system to meet their needs “so it doesn’t hit the ratepayer,” in Lamboy’s words. “We want to make sure they’re paying the same rates as any other user,” City Solicitor Jaclyn Munson added. It would also have to have its own generator as a backup power source in case of a power failure. The changes also include provisions for preferences to residents for jobs relating to a data center and minimum distances from housing to avoid noise pollution or provisions for noise mitigating measures. “Everett is committed to smart, responsible growth that benefits the people who live and work here,” Mayor Robert Van Campen told The Advocate. “My administration is open to innovation and investment that creates value for our community. At the same time, however, Everett is a dense city and an environmental justice community, so any proposal has to be reviewed carefully and held STRICT LIMITS| SEE PAGE 4 Spring is Here! 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 67 Years in Business! n Roofing fng ׉ 7cassandra://hbrkPkz-k-j6s8zrKAh-rh8bucz9n2qhmejNm67PKHc8y`j,IIJ(E׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Page 3 Everett seniors celebrate graduation from PCSS I & II O Reem Lasri Class of 2026 Salutatorian n Friday, May 29, 2026, Pioneer Charter School of Everett’s Reem Lasri was Salutatorian of Pioneer Charter School of Science I Class of 2026; Lasri is pictured with Pioneer Charter School of Science CEO/Executive Director Barish Icin. Science I (Everett) and II (Saugus) honored their Class of 2026 in a joint graduation ceremony at Faneuil Hall in Boston, celebrating a resilient and high-achieving group of students who are now headed to some of the country’s most prestigious colleges and universities. Among the graduates were 30 students from Everett. Reem Lasri, of Everett, was the salutatorian for PCSS I. She will be attending Cornell University in the fall, where she will study Mechanical Engineering. This year 108 seniors from both PCSS campuses were accepted to 140 colleges, including Yale, Northeastern, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University, and received more than $20 million in total scholarships. 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Koutoujian. YPSA is open to children ages eight to 12 living in any of Middlesex County’s 54 cities and towns. Individuals ages 13-15 may register as a Counselor in Training. Registration will close on Monday, June 15 at noon. As a result, the sheriff’s office encourages interested families to register early to secure their spots. “I am so excited to once again STRICT LIMITS | FROM PAGE 2 to a high standard. That means protecting residents from impacts related to electricity demand, water use, noise, traffic, offer this exceptional and lowcost summer program,” said Sheriff Koutoujian. “Generations of Middlesex County youth have enjoyed the opportunity to learn directly from the public safety professionals that serve their communities every day.” Hosted at the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) Training Academy in Chelmsford, the program consists of five oneweek sessions where youngsters engage in hands-on activities alongside YPSA staff and emissions and quality of life in the neighborhoods. Our goal is not to shut down the door on opportunity, but to make sure development is done the right way, with clear rules, real safearea first responders. The academy focuses on public safety lessons, teamwork and leadership. Registration is $125 per child for each week and includes transportation to and from designated bus stops, and daily breakfast, lunch and snacks, as well as a graduation ceremony each Friday. Cadets from Billerica and Chelmsford must be dropped off and picked up at the MSO’s Training Academy. This year the MSO is utilizing a new online system designed to guards and benefits that support long term economic and environmental goals.” An Environmental Justice Community is one that has been overburdened with industrial uses and hazards and serves communities around it and has related negative health effects. The new regulations limit the 50 size of data centers, but not any quantity. Right now, the EDID is one zone, but Lamboy pointed out, “The Davis Companies is proposing a road network,” which could create more zones. The Davis Companies has not made a specific proposal but has been pursuing zoning to allow them. “We have no streamline registration. In order to complete the process, families will need to set up accounts, and payment will be required at the time of registration. Those applying for a limited number of scholarships may also do so as part of registration. To register, please visit www.middlesexsheriff.org. This year’s YPSA bus stops will be in the following communities for the designated weeks. Participants are not required to reside in communities with a designated bus stop, but they current plans for a data center in Everett and no potential tenants or sub-developers have reached out to us to request the construction of a data center,” The Davis Companies’ Chief Development Officer, Mike Cantalupa, wrote to the City Council and Mayor in an April 8 letter. “Our efforts to date have been focused on the theoretical idea of a data center as a significant economic and tax contributor to the Docklands Innovation District and Everett.” Representatives of the company showed up at the 5:30 p.m. subcommittee meeting but were told they would only be allowed to speak in Public Participation at the full 7 p.m. will be picked up and dropped off at these locations: • July 6-10 – Chelmsford, Lowell, Tewksbury & Wilmington • July 13-17 – Lexington, Stoneham/Wakefield, Tyngsborough & Woburn • July 20-24 – Bedford, Belmont/Watertown, Billerica & Newton/Waltham • July 27- 31 – Acton/Boxborough/Maynard, Framingham/Natick, Hudson & Marlborough • Aug. 3-7 – Arlington, Burlington, Malden & Medford City Council meeting. When told by Rogers that the approval of the changes was imminent, they left and never returned. The new regulations dovetail with a recent statement by Governor Maura Healey about her administration’s guiding principles as data centers proliferate across the country, drawing bright lines around energy independence and environmental impacts while a more detailed set of guidelines is under development. She said she has “directed my team to develop a framework and guidelines for Massachusetts on this” and she expects “to be announcing more on this,” in a statement released June 3. She also acknowledged, “But those are the things they can’t — you know, you can’t suck energy off the grid and hurt other ratepayers, and you can’t do harm to our environment, especially when it comes to water.” Nevertheless, the vote of approval was 9-3, with Councillors-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin, Michael Marchese and, although she worked on the new regulations, Stephanie Smith opposed. “I still don’t know if data centers are the right thing for Everett,” Smith said. Although she voted in favor of the new regulations, Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia said, “I’d like to make them smaller. I don’t see an issue in holding this over.” “Something is better than nothing,” Ward 5 Councillor Anthony DiPierro countered. “This puts some cap on it, and it can be tweaked.” ׉ 7cassandra://-unFgjd_akjapwLQZAXHs7MIHdo2O7A7tv3Z4gxun2c5`j,IIJ(E׉EaTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Page 5 Sen. DiDomenico celebrates Early Intervention program successes at 50th anniversary S tate Senator Sal DiDomenico spoke at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which was hosted by the Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. For half a century, the Early Intervention (EI) program has ensured that eligible infants, toddlers and their families get the critical services they need at the most important stage of development. DiDomenico has secured millions of dollars for EI services each year and has been the Senate champion for the EI workforce and the families they serve. 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The reduction came from eliminating funding for an unfilled position of Assistant Director of Youth Development and Enrichment. It was more of a bookkeeping adjustment than a cut because the money may not have been spent anyway. Councillor at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin cast the lone vote against passage. “I believe, with what’s going on, we should be cutting more,” she said. “I would like to see some cuts, but I’ll leave it up to my colleagues to see if there’s anything they want to revisit.” None did. In other items, the Council appointed Kristin Foote as Director of Elections for a threeyear term from June 8 of this year to June 8, 2029. Her desk S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. 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Former School Committee member Thomas Abruzzese was also appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a fiveyear term from June 8 of this year to June 8, 2031. A proposal by Councillor at-Large Katy Rogers to promote environmental sustainability by reducing single-use plastic service ware and single-use packaged condiments was sent to the Subcommittee on Legislative Affairs and Elections for study. She said the idea is for take-out restaurant owners to not give plastic forks, knives and spoons to customers automatically and give them out on request only. “It will reduce use of plastic and save businesses money because their supply will last longer,” she said. “Many customers are taking their food home and not using the plasticware anyway. As a result, it will also reduce trash.” The meeting was also the first with John Hanlon as a member at-Large following the resignation of Wayne Matewsky. He finished 6th in the 2025 election, out of the running for a seat. He received over 20% of visitor, this event is the perfect way to kick off a summer of learning, exploration and community connection. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable start to summer! For more information, please visit the Parlin or Shute Memorial Library. the vote, however, and based on local regulations, was offered the seat and accepted it when Matewsky resigned. His term will be the remainder of Matewsky’s term expiring in 2027. “I’m glad to be back,” he said. “It’s like old times.” City Clerk Sergio Cornelio told Hanlon, “You know how this works” as he was sworn in. In other news, Michael Mangan is no longer the legislative aide to the City Council and is now Assistant City Clerk. He applied for the job after the resignation of Peter Napolitano from the position. Mangan is a former School Committee member while Napolitano was a City Councillor at one time and lost the election to be Ward 1 Councillor last year to Michele Capone. In the circular world of Everett politics, her husband Fred was also a Councillor. Councillor at-Large and Council president Stephanie Smith reported a job description is being written with the help of the Human Resources Department and will be posted fairly soon. She hopes someone will be hired by the end of the summer. In the meantime, Legislative Research and Systems Analyst David Flood is filling Mangan’s role. At the end of the meeting, Smith asked for a moment of silence to note the recent passing of Flood’s brother Paul, who was living in Medford, but grew up in Everett and worked as a mechanic. He was 67. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net ׉ 7cassandra://WheWBG2cKzHAHm8kkSnZp1PVqIJlo9dzyknWpNVbzSs6`j,IIJ(E׉E ^THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Page 7 Everett opened Pride Month with events at City Hall and Everett High School Mayor, Superintendent, students and families gathered to celebrate the LGBTQiA+ community and Everett’s commitment to inclusion verett kicked off Pride Month this week with back-to-back celebrations — E a flag raising at City Hall and the Fifth Annual Pride Day at Everett High School — bringing together elected officials, students, families and neighbors to honor the LGBTQIA+ community and the values of dignity and belonging that define the city. On June 1, Mayor Robert J. Van Campen joined residents, City of Everett staff and community members outside City Hall to raise the Pride flag and read a proclamation officially recognizing June as Pride Month in Everett. The ceremony served as a celebration of the LGBTQIA+ residents, families, businesses and community members who shape the city’s character every day. “Pride Month is a celebration of the progress made by generations of people who fought to be heard and treated equalElected officials, Everett Public Schools staff and other attendees joined Superintendent Hart and Mayor Van Campen at the Fifth Annual Pride Day celebration at Everett High School. ly,” said Mayor Van Campen. “As we raise this flag, let it serve as a symbol of respect, belonging, and our commitment to ensuring that everyone feels welcome in Everett.” The celebrations continued later in the day at Everett High School, where Everett Public Schools hosted its Fifth Annual Pride Day celebration. Students, families, teachers and elected officials gathered for an afternoon of performances, speakers and a Pride flag raising. “This annual event brings together students, families, faculty, elected officials, and guests,” said Superintendent William D. Hart. “My thanks to organizers Sean Salazar, Mark Lent, and Mary Puleo, and to Mayor Van Campen and Everett’s elected officials who joined us at Everett High School.” Mayor Van Campen addressed the crowd at Everett High School, speaking about the importance of building communities where people feel accepted, supported and free to be themselves, and recognizing the students, educators and organizers who make that possible year after year. From City Hall to Everett High School, this week’s celebrations reflect a community that shows up for its neighbors. The City proudly stands with its LGBTQIA+ residents not just in June, but every day. celebration city A student peeked out from behind a rainbow fan at Everett High School during the Fifth Annual Pride Day celebration. Juneteenth 6:30–9:30 PM friday, June 19, 2026 baldwin ave. park 14-16 Baldwin Ave. Everett, MA 02149 Additional parking at Madeline English School 105Woodville St, Everett, MA02149 The Pride Flag is shown outside Everett City Hall following the June 1, 2026,flag raising ceremony. ׉ 7cassandra://lAlpOPpwK7Z4SWzHNhxH3ukhaVVHLWUn6kU2vb4Vivo7K`j,IIJ(Ej,IIJ(E rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://Eur-CxENA-HVxP-XIQ28-al_wFe-Q_MHKCwDJQggd90`'p׉ 7cassandra://2-1C4jUFTKrKN6clqvj7e3eL9e3hrpZ95MjXqCefodYͲ<`׉ 7cassandra://vCSx-gx2V-BUe6bkc4-g9xRkvDgeKf6O0KMbNArQ6ZA7`j,JIJ(EKטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://S5LaWjS5bY2XYumrGtwFD5J9pcLaMGIgS3IeQjWAgic`'p׉ 7cassandra://TdRIi0jIOVLqztTNtkH1g3-o-TjworNMjF4jfXSTAlMͪh`׉ 7cassandra://tsPTWUSq8v2yUFiiW_bid5VfRTU1Xkggj3QV8gApALE8`j,JIJ(EM׉EGPage 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Sen. DiDomenico champions bill to give teachers a second chance at enhanced retirement benefi ts Legislation would give some teachers opportunity to join RetirementPlus n estimated 6,500 to 8,500 current Massachusetts public school teachers have been unable to participate in the RetirementPlus pension program because they missed the window to opt into the plan in 2001. On June 4, 2026, State Senator Sal DiDomenico and his colleagues passed (39-0) legislation to allow these longtime teachers the opportunity to buy into an enhanced savings program if they missed out when the program was fi rst launched a quarter century ago. DiDomenico was lead cosponsor of this legislation and had been working tirelessly to push this critical measure forward for years alongside countless teachers across his district. “I was proud to be lead cosponsor of this legislation and I am thrilled to see us get one A Senator Sal DiDomenico with education union leaders and Senate leaders in the Senate Reading Room before the bill’s passage. enhanced retirement benefi ts step closer to fixing this issue for thousands of teachers in my district and across the Commonwealth,” said Senator DiDomenico. “Due to administrative confusion when the RetirementPlus program launched, many teachers lost out on their opportunity to join this essential program. Thanks to this legislative fi x we passed through the Senate, up to 8,500 eligible teachers will have a one-time window until June 30, 2027, to buy into the program and secure the they deserve and should have received decades ago.” The bill — S.3109, An Act SUMMER SERIES @ Suffolk Downs Thursday Nights at The Yard - 6PM 10 Suffolk Downs Boulevard, Revere 6/4/26 6/4/26 6/11/26 6/18/26 6/25/26 6/11/26 6/18/26 6/25/26 Country Night Cornhole Tournament Makers and Music Makers and Music Backyard Olympics with Twisted Fate Putt Like a Pro Putt Like a Pro Backyard Olympics with Twisted Fate Country Night Cornhole Tournament relative to benefits for teachers — would provide another one-time opportunity to that group of longtime educators and give them until mid2027 to choose whether they would like to join RetirementPlus. Teachers who join RetirementPlus through this new opportunity would pay into the program as if they had joined at the outset, which would include interest payments, to ensure both fi scal stability and fairness for teachers and retirees who have been participating throughout the past 25 years. AFT Massachusetts President Jessica Tang stated: “With today’s vote, the Senate is reaffi rming its support for some of our state’s most dedicated teachers and the schools and communities they serve. This bill provides teachers who have been working in our schools for decades the chance to enroll in a retirement system many of them were unfairly shut out of 25 years ago, the same system new teachers are automatically enrolled in. These are teachers who were dropped from the system when they changed districts, teachers who were told they were enrolled only to fi nd out years later that was not the case, and teachers who were Senator Sal DiDomenico speaking in support of the RetirementPlus bill during debate on the Senate fl oor. not provided the necessary resources to enroll in the fi rst place, including ASL interpreters to explain the new system and the enrollment process for deaf and hard of hearing teachers in the Boston Public Schools. We are grateful to the Senate President for her leadership and the Senate’s commitment to ensuring our public educators receive the dignifi ed and secure retirement they’ve earned.” According to the Massachusetts Legislature’s website, on July 30, 2025, the House of Representatives passed (1580) its version of this bill; on June 8, 2026, the House referred the bill to the committee on Bills in the Third Reading. ׉ 7cassandra://vCSx-gx2V-BUe6bkc4-g9xRkvDgeKf6O0KMbNArQ6ZA7`j,IIJ(E׉E}THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Page 9 Rep. McGonagle hosted several Gold Star families for a luncheon at McGonagle’s in Dorchester State Representative Joe McGonagle and Gold Star family members. A Gold Star family member proudly displays the Sacred Cod ornament. E arlier this spring, State Representative Joe McGonagle was thrilled to host several Gold Star families for a luncheon social at McGonagle’s in Dorchester. He was joined in hosting by Sarah Sweeney of the Military Friends Foundation. The guests enjoyed a buffet lunch and each received a “Sacred Cod” Christmas ornament from the Rep., representing the historic Sacred Cod that hangs in the Massachusetts House Chambers. “I was so excited to finally be Sarah Sweeney (fourth from the left in the blue vest). able to get this group together for a day of laughs,” said McGonagle. “I always enjoy seeing these folks who work to keep their loved ones memories alive and advocate for military families. They are truly a joy to be around. None of this would be possible without Sarah Sweeney and the Military Friends Foundation. She does incredible work for these families and I’m proud to call her a friend.” “Military Friends Foundation was honored to join Representative Joe McGonagle for this meaningful Hero Meals gathering with Massachusetts Gold Star families,” said Military Friends Foundation Executive Director Sarah Sweeney. “Rep. McGonagle has been a steadfast advocate for veterans, service members and families of the fallen, and we are grateful for his leadership and commitment to ensuring these families feel seen, supported and never forgotten. ׉ 7cassandra://tsPTWUSq8v2yUFiiW_bid5VfRTU1Xkggj3QV8gApALE8`j,IIJ(Ej,IIJ(E rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://X-cHnNqzHjhDOiArGakOaoE24-ByJSJAo66cPJZOqOwX`'p׉ 7cassandra://d-Y0FCAJ4rM1-GPQgQfP_g2aRCjlGT6OzSJTZcmESEwͪ;`׉ 7cassandra://YlyzX5FJ0K3ieFyWdwM_BiIrrPnKki8uaQis6hpJAJU7`j,JIJ(EOטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://-iEeiEr6Z0G5T4TDV01gj2gQMl8jNGMsU4A0VSc8TUEN/`'p׉ 7cassandra://mfxNbTzG3PH-mSrMuO1zayIjfmq-N5hyGMzhq6hda4sͶ`׉ 7cassandra://A8jbiobz0-1yrTkB-c5Uy4E6_RGa60mjdOa6yHC_w747e`j,JIJ(EP׉E Page 10 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Everett Police Detective awarded highest honor for heroic actions during violent armed rampage Officials, fellow officers, family members and residents gathered to honor Detective Dan Wall for his extraordinary courage during a violent incident in Everett last summer Special to The Advocate E verett Police Department Detective Dan Wall was awarded the Medal of Valor during the City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 26, in recognition of his heroic actions during a violent and dangerous incident that unfolded across several communities in July 2025. The Medal of Valor is one of the department’s highest honors and is awarded to officers who distinguish themselves through acts of extraordinary courage involving imminent danger to their own lives while protecting others. Detective Wall, a seven-year veteran of the Everett Police Department and Marine Corps veteran, was recognized before family, fellow officers, city officials and residents during a ceremony led by Everett Police Chief Paul Strong. The incident began during the afternoon of July 31, 2025, when multiple police departments across the region responded to reports involving a suspect driving erratically, engaging in shoplifting and refusing to stop for police. The situation eventually entered Everett, where the suspect crashed his SUV into multiple vehicles on Lower Broadway near McDonald’s before climbing onto the roof of the vehicle while waving a knife. The suspect then got back into the SUV and speeded along the sidewalk before the vehicle became disabled near Encore Boston Harbor. After getting out of the SUV, the suspect attempted to force his way into several nearby vehicles while still armed with the knife. Massachusetts State Police troopers and Everett Police officers surrounded the suspect and repeatedly attempted to subdue him with tasers after he swung the knife at reDAN WALL | SEE PAGE 11 Encore Boston Harbor Team accepting their award. Detective Dan Wall and his family. Police Chief Paul Strong placed the Medal of Valor on Detective Dan Wall. Left to right: State Representative Joseph McGonagle, Police Chief Paul Strong, District Attorney Marian Ryan and Mayor Robert J. Van Campen. Mayor Robert Van Campen, Detective Dan Wall and Police Chief Paul Strong. ׉ 7cassandra://YlyzX5FJ0K3ieFyWdwM_BiIrrPnKki8uaQis6hpJAJU7`j,IIJ(E׉EKTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Page 11 Coffee, Conversation, and Community: Everett Police Host Successful First Coffee with a Cop Event T he Everett Police Department, in partnership with Target proudly hosted its first “ Coffee with a Cop “ event . Everett Police Chief Paul Strong, members of the Command Staff, Police Officers Raoul Goncalves and Sandra Rivas, along with Meagan Gokas of Target Loss Prevention, welcomed shoppers with complimentary coffee, snacks, and police giveaways. The event provided an excellent opportunity for community members to meet with police officers, ask questions, and engage in a meaningful conversation in a relaxed setting. Coffee with a Cop is designed to foster open dialogue between law enforcement and the community, helping to build trust, enhance communication, and strengthen partnerships. Chief Paul Strong would like to thank Target, its staff, and everyone who attended for helping make this event a success. Community engagement remains a priority, and we look forward to future opportunities to connect with those we serve. DAN WALL | FROM PAGE 10 sponding officers. Despite those efforts, the suspect continued running through traffic and approached a garbage truck stopped at a red light on Route 99. According to Chief Strong, Detective Wall feared the suspect was about to seriously harm the driver when the suspect opened the driver-side door of the truck. Detective Wall discharged his weapon, striking the suspect multiple times. Despite being shot, the suspect was still able to climb into the truck and struggle with the driver inside the cab. “Seeing this, Detective Wall immediately and without any regard for his own safety and without hesitation jumped up into the cab of the truck and was able to pull the driver to safety,” Chief Strong said during the ceremony. The suspect then drove the garbage truck approximately a half mile before crashing on the Alford Street Bridge, where officers took him into custody. Chief Strong noted that Detective Wall applied a tourniquet to the suspect’s leg to stop severe bleeding following the arrest. Chief Strong spoke not only about Detective Wall’s bravery during the incident, but also about his character afterward, recalling that one of the first questions Wall asked following the ordeal was about the condition of both the victim and the suspect. “That describes exactly the kind of person you are,” Chief Strong said. “Compassionate, thoughtful, kind-hearted and caring.” During the ceremony, Chief Strong recognized Encore Boston Harbor’s Security and Investigations team with the Award of Recognition for the assistance they provided following the incident. Encore staff worked closely with investigators and provided extensive surveillance footage that helped Everett Police track the suspect’s movements, establish the timeline of events and support the ongoing prosecution of the case. Mayor Robert J. Van Campen praised Detective Wall’s actions and the professionalism of the Everett Police Department: “Chief Strong knows that I consistently say with great pride that we have the best trained, best equipped police department in all of Massachusetts. Detective Wall’s act of heroism on the day in question is really just one example — a pretty big example — but one example of what our officers do every single day. This is a big deal.” Mayor Van Campen also reflected on the significance of the Medal of Valor itself: “This honor is reserved for those who demonstrate extraordinary bravery in the face of danger. It reflects not only decisive action, but also a deep commitment to protecting others even at great personal risk. Detective Wall exemplifies everything this award stands for.” The City of Everett congratulates Detective Dan Wall on this well-deserved recognition and thanks him for his continued service to the community. ׉ 7cassandra://A8jbiobz0-1yrTkB-c5Uy4E6_RGa60mjdOa6yHC_w747e`j,IIJ(Ej,IIJ(E rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://3rw_lh4NWJynPChW43aBrLu63hv-ZdzIPWPpNGtX_usŽ`'p׉ 7cassandra://7hEO3FGowHbuNN_UH2p5N48xb4dSB8e3px4OTsBMo_oͷT`׉ 7cassandra://M5-hNEI0Z8zVEeLVXaX5kn3_GKmfRMgkuMco_xv65643`j,KIJ(ERטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://aJy_dfZ_8q4dAcRxok1XJMrwi2mNLRf7eVDJUU7Sm4o `'p׉ 7cassandra://Uxyio8o4nwptgMF4ybeTZYtE3njk_ebC-gVvvMcqpEY͹`׉ 7cassandra://PdoyoFg9XjCRHm9Z11yov9Y4-tBT2dcYo8ofV87vRkM/`j,KIJ(ES׉E_Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Danica Pham, President Class of 2026 The Class that Learned to Begin Again G ood evening, faculty, staff, families, friends, and most importantly, the Everett High School Class of 2026. We did it! My name is Danica Pham, and I have had the honor of serving as your class president and speaking with you all tonight. Before I begin, I want to thank my family who made it all happen. To my dad, thank you for being my personal chauffeur, working countless hours, and still showing up for every single event. To my mom, my best friend, thank you for believing in me and for supporting every crazy idea I had, even when I doubted myself. And to my four insane siblings for keeping our house loud and full of energy. To my older sister, Kimaura, thank you for setting an amazing example for me, and to my three younger brothers, Maddox, Jaxton, and Lenox, thank you for always keeping life chaotic, entertaining, and pretending to be interested in the random stories I came home with every day. And finally, thank you to both of my grandparents who immigrated here from Cambodia and Vietnam. Your sacrifices, strength, and love are a huge part of why I’m standing here today. Without any of you, I would not be who I am. And on behalf of the senior class. I want to thank everyone who helped make this moment possible for all of us. To our teachers, custodians, lunch staff, coaches, families, and friends, thank you for supporting us, encouraging us, and standing by us every step of the way. So when I started thinking about what I wanted to say tonight, I remembered something from back when I was at Lafayette School. We had an assignment that asked, “What would you do if you became president?” At the time, it just felt like another worksheet, nothing serious, just an eightyear-old girl with big dreams. On that paper, I wrote down three things. First, I wanted to become rich. Second, homework should be banned. And third, to help people in need. Looking back now, I think little Danica would be pretty surprised to see me standing here as class president speaking in front of all of you. And honestly, in some ways, I think I did accomplish those goals. When I was younger, I thought becoming rich meant money. But now I understand that the real kind of wealth comes from memories, experiences, friendships, and the people you surround yourself with. And in this class, I truly do feel rich in all of those things. And as for the “no homework” idea… Well, I quickly realized that was never going to happen. Somehow, no matter what, there was always another assignment waiting for us. Especially during senior year, when senioritis became very real. But I guess that lesson taught us something too - success comes from continuing to work hard, even when we really don’t want to. Now, my third point of helping people in need is something I carry with me every single day. One of my biggest goals as class president was making sure everyone felt included and connected, and that our class felt more like a family than just students sharing the same graduation year. Looking out into this crowd tonight, I truly believe we accomplished that together. We grew up during one of the strangest times imaginable. In middle school, we were separated from each other and forced to connect through screens instead of classrooms. So to all of our teachers, thank you for surviving our screen time and phone addictions. Despite everything, we became the first class to finally experience high school normally again. No masks, no distancing, just us. Honestly, we made the most of it. Even if “normal” for us meant having lockers on the fourth and fifth floors, while the underclassmen got the easier ones downstairs. It felt unfair at first, but looking back, I guess we made sure we got our daily workout in. And if you had asked me back in the winter when graduation was, I probably would’ve said we already graduated. But seriously, thank you to all those snow days and blizzards; we somehow got so lucky that we didn’t need to make those days up! That’s the funny thing about high school: the smallest moments often become the most memorable. Checking the lunch specials, last-minute Canvas submissions, spirit weeks, and football games once all felt permanent. But before we knew it, they became our last. Our last first day, last spirit week, and the last time walking these halls together. For me, one of the best parts of senior year was capturing all those memories. From our senior sunrise to our spirit weeks to the countless TikToks and videos we filmed together, I wanted us to have something we could look back on years from now. Even if that meant I would have extra editing to do, every video was worth it because it captured the energy, laughter, and spirit of this class. Shoutout to marketing, who allowed me to continue my passion. I hope all of us will always have something that takes us back to these moments. Okay, I promise I won’t keep you guys here forever, so I’ll leave you with this. As I stand here today, I want to remind you that every dream you have is worth chasing. Every passion, every wild idea that has been living in your heart, that is where your next chapter begins. Over the years, I’ve learned that our purpose in life is often shaped by the people around us. There were moments, especially during senior year, when I felt defeated. Facing rejection from dream schools made me Danica Pham President Class of 2026 question myself and where I went wrong in the process. But during those moments, I found something greater: the people who stood beside me. The friends who became family. And that’s what community really is. It’s the people who help shape you through laughter, struggles, memories, and even the hardest moments of your life. Even though I’m only 17, I’ve experienced grief and loss. This Friday marks 12 years since I lost my uncle Chenda while finishing kindergarten. Even at that age, I remember realizing I would never get to go back to Bonkers or Plaster Fun Time with him again. But moments like that remind us that the people we love never truly leave us. We carry them with us through memory, love, and the way they shaped who we are. And now, standing here tonight, I realize that my community at Everett High School will be one of my hardest goodbyes. While I may not have known every single graduate personally, each of you still became part of something that changed me. You trusted me to lead, represent, and be your voice, and that is something I will carry with me forever. So, Class of 2026, thank you. Thank you for the memories, the laughter, the chaos, and the moments that made these four years unforgettable. I know every single one of you is capable of achieving something incredible. So as we walk across this stage tonight, hold onto your dreams, hold onto your people, and never forget the moments that made you who you are today. I know you’ve all heard the saying “a picture is worth a thousand words.” So I thought I’d take this opportunity to get one last picture together before we all go our separate ways. Class of 2026, smile and say cheese! NOW LET’S CELEBRATE CONGRATULATIONS!! ׉ 7cassandra://M5-hNEI0Z8zVEeLVXaX5kn3_GKmfRMgkuMco_xv65643`j,IIJ(E׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Page 13 Kenton Tran, Class of 2026 Salutatorian Don’t Be Afraid D istinguished guests, administrators, unforgettable teachers, proud parents, and most importantly, the entire class of 2026. My Name is Kenton Tran and I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to speak with you all today– even as I’m battling a bad case of stage fright right now. Now that you know that, I do want to make a[nother] confession [about a time when I was scared]. On the first day of freshman year, when we were all young and clueless as to what high school had to offer, I remember looking for my English classroom 5 thousand something– and simply walking everywhere and not finding it. I literally examined every hallway. Maybe even twice. I could NOT find it. Which, looking back, is easy to see why. I wasn’t even on the fifth floor. Eventually, someone pointed me in the right direction (Up!) and I walked into (Mrs. Fallon-who was my English teacher) thirty minutes late, feeling as embarrassed as ever. To be honest, I was just praying that nobody would be staring at me, judging me, thinking to themselves: “Man I’m glad I’m not that guy.” I also remember this exact feeling of anxiety when it came to taking harder classes. “What if I can’t do it? What if it’s too hard, or the workload too much? What if I fail?” Speaking to my friends who are seated somewhere on this field, I know that I wasn’t the only one. Or maybe for you it was the fear of trying out for a team, or a role in the play, or just walking into the cafeteria not knowing any of the 500 kids around you. So the question I have is: Why were we all so scared? I mean, sure, it didn’t feel great getting 50s and 60s on a test. But the more 60s and 50s that I got, the more I began to see what EHS education really offered. EHS teaches grit and resilience through ways in which I should have picked up sooner. I’m sure that some of you recognized this long before I did but I eventually stopped seeing grades as the only measure of success. Instead, I saw them as a step toward improvement. I remember sending hundreds of EHS Class of 2026 Valedictorian Lucas Martins G ood Evening, Everett and Good Evening to the Graduates of 2026! I’d like to begin tonight by thanking the students, families, and faculty of the Everett Public Schools. Thank you to Superintendent Hart and your entire administration. Thank you to Mayor Robert Van Campen, the School Committee, and all of you in attendance. This is a special night that required all of your love and guidance to be made possible. I’d also like to thank my Kenton Tran Class of 2026 Salutatorian emails to Ms. Brogna or Dr. Seiders asking about math questions, staying after with Mr. Simpson anytime I was having a hard time in physics, and badgering Mr. Fineran and Mr. Mcdonough for essay writing tips. I stopped being afraid to admit I wasn’t always the best. I started realizing the value in showing up and remaining consistent. Whether you want to be a barber, or a plumber, a physician or a musician–or even being the best Overwatch player–success comes down to showing up and giving it your all. Obviously, there will be risks, but why be afraid to take them? I’d bet that 10 years from now, you’ll look back on high school and be glad you gave it your all, or you’ll wish you had. Although there are failures or setbacks–like failing a test that I literally studied all night for– there is no need to be afraid. Failing means seeing that there is room for improvement. We are here today having completed our journey through high school. We have earned the title as the class of 2026. Everyone here has proven that they can achieve something when their mind is set to complete one goal, like getting that diploma. And now that we’ve done that, don’t be afraid to do even more: dream bigger, work harder, earn even more. I can’t wait to see what you can do. Congratulations class of 2026, WE did it!!! parents for their daily hard work to support me and my brother. On behalf of the class of 2026, I want to thank every parent, all the aunts and uncles, grandparents, friends, and mentors who have supported all of us—you share in our achievements, and we appreciate you more than we can say. I’d also like to give special thanks to the STEM teachers who have greatly supported me throughout my high school journey, including Mr. Munoz, Dr. Backlund, and Dr. Seiders. Thank you also Mr. Cheever for teaching me how to approach challenging math problems, and Ms. Dunn for teaching me how to plan ahead to achieve goals in life. Thank you also to every other teacher who helped me or another student in their education. Tonight I can’t help but to simultaneously look forward to our futures and back to what got us here. When you think about it, this is the last time we will all be together. Do you remember everything you went through—the good, the bad, the exciting, the boring, the totally embarrassing—to get here? Think about it. I remember how I got to where I am right now. It was in my sophomore year. Kenton Tran had the auLucas Martins Class of 2026 Valedictorian dacity to start the Robotics Club at Everett High School as long as Mr. Paradise would agree to help. With Mr. Kvietkausas’ and Dr. Kraemer’s guidance, the club continued. Kenton brought together a group of people that would later become my close friends, and I’ll always have fond memories of this club for that reason. He recruited me, Ali Raza, Ritchy Samedy, Elvis Nguyen, and Gabriel Flores (JOKE: STOP… Look at the crowd. Is Gabriel here right now? Is he absent again? Can someone please give Gabe a call…) How many of you found some of your best friends at the activities at Everett High School? When I look back at the group Kenton pulled together, I realize that what we were doing for fun and the chance to hang out together, was really just the beginning of us realizing our futures. Ali is going to Boston College in the fall to study Topology where he’ll calculate the symmetry of toruses, otherwise known as donuts. Hilarious that he needs B.C. to do that when all of Everett can figure that out for 2 dollars at the Dunkins next to Walgreens. When I look at Ritchy Samedy, I’m glad I became friends with him when I did because after 4 years at UPenn, he’ll probably only speak to people who manage hedge funds and reminisce about the time they made their “first million.” And then there’s Gaetano Foster. If you only judged him by the way he tosses turkeys, you’d be way off. This is a man that’s capable of standing on tables in computer science class screaming about reprogramming “Five Nights at Freddy’s” to “Five Nights at Silver’s”! Shout out to Mr. Silver. Way to go Gaetano. By the way, before you leave tonight, you need to pay for all of the chairs you smashed! Its like that, too because it was the Robotics Club that sparked my curiosity for understanding the hardware that makes programming possible. This led me down an interesting path towards electrical engineering, which is what I’ll study next year in college. So Kenton, thank you. You started something real that actually impacted others, and more importantly, it brought friends together. Each one of you has a story like this. Each story is unique, but all of them led to this moment here, right now. This is a time to celebrate. Congratulations to all my classmates—you have worked hard, had amazing experiences, and learned from your teachers, families, and friends. Now it’s time to chase the future that interests YOU! This is your time and your opportunity to create the future you want. Thank you and good luck to the class says a lot about Kenton Tran that he could pull together a robotics team on 3 hours of sleep. I think he knew he was M.I.T.-bound back then, and I’m glad he was of 2026! ׉ 7cassandra://PdoyoFg9XjCRHm9Z11yov9Y4-tBT2dcYo8ofV87vRkM/`j,IIJ(Ej,IIJ(E rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://_fACDNNZCioW2C0KBLYQAbG-OG_DnPZnJwpFek4yPoI)`'p׉ 7cassandra://n_MgRmugyUhTYyIAYKUIAirXIOeNYc0xZr3v-6ygRnYn`׉ 7cassandra://Bqgav5rhOykBAZSf6oKq5Ph3RxfXa6aMqk_piz35ITE$,`j,KIJ(EUטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://fY6ueK42MbdPOlwAnAblTCa1F1csBbGbfDhy43s0jbQwD`'p׉ 7cassandra://tRNfi7x0lM6f6yfpX7gH0qMPmuoMgsv8mkC6dfmCRWY͒`׉ 7cassandra://Y-FZliv8P8o9a1dZGJVMEoWeNWQ_3Tdx0SdUy137OJg2`j,KIJ(EV׉E,ZPage 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Everett High School Class of 2026 Pham, Danica (Class President) Bicahlo, Isabella (Vice President) Martins, Lucas (Valedictorian) Tran, Kenton (Salutatorian) Abromowich, Isabella Alarcon Acosta, Allison Antonio, Lais Arajuo, Gabriela Araujo, Rafaela Bicalho, Victoria Cherichel-Paul, Lindsey Damaceno, Nicole De Castro Mendes, Isadora Eduardo, Jennifer Exil, Raymond Flores, David Flores, Madelyn Fritz, Kolleen Haile, Tinsae Janvier, Charmela Landaverde Portillo, Elizabeth Maharjan, Neya Martinez, Casey Merino, Andrea Morales Martinez, Estefani Nelson, Catherine Perry, Emma Pineda Ramos, Ashley Ramos, Jackeline Raza, Ali Reyes-Chavez, Kiley Richemond, Hayana Samedy, Ritchy Rodriguez, Katie Rodriguez, Kaylee Romero, Nathaly Ros-Morales, Leilana Ros-Morales, Leiliani Santos Silva, Ashley Solis Garcia, Jennifer Tejada Ochoa, Daniel Alfonso Vaz, Isabella Vega, Elsy Verma, Raghav Verterio, Amanda Abdel-Baky, Mahmoud Abrego, Susana Acosta, Andres Acosta, Jennavecia Aguilar Gutierrez, Melisa Aguilar, Laura Saray Aguirre Jimenez, Isabella Aguirre, Sean Aitmessaoud Vaca, Adam Albarody, Yasin Alfaro Ochoa, Jeff rey Allen, Ryan Alvarado Molina, Anthony Alvarado Orellana, Christopher Alves Miranda, Ana Alves, Celso Alves, Yasmin Anjos De Lima, Mirelly Aquino, Rheanna Steff anie Araujo Martinez, Fabio Araujo, Eduardo Araujo, Fred Araujo, Rhaissa Arguello Lopez, Isabella Arias Garcia, Fernando Arita Montano, Elmer Arsenault, Frank Avalos, Carolynn Baez, Johan Baez, Paul Baidya, Promit Bairos, Aireon Barbosa, Jasmine Barillas Sierra, Sabrina (I) Barreiros, Joao Lucas Barreto, Victoria Barrett, Lindoln Barros Da Silva, Leticia Barua, Amartya Bastien, Jacob Batista, Kelvin Beltran Carreno, Tatiana Benhamada, Mohamed Benjamin, Hadassa Berganza Gonzalez, Michael Berret, John Fery Blaise, Annia Raccie Blemur, Dabensky Bonilla Umana, David Borges, Jayden Botelho, Kailane Botelho, Kyann Alex Botelho Ramos, Kauan Victor Bourki, Mohammed Brito Garcia, Jose Burnett, Sean Campos, Arthur Campos, Jhon Cantorales Vasquez, Diana Carapellucci, Kierstyn Carbone, Madison Carranza Herrera, Edgar Cartagena Moncada, Erick Castaneda Guevara, Jeff rey Castaneda Ramos, Jose (H) Castellon Salamanca, Dayron Castillo, Paula Castro Ruiz, Danilo Castro, Ever Castro, Rayssa Cezarino, Livia Chabot, Brendan Chacon Herrera, Oscar Chan, Lorenda (T) Chapagain, Aarohee Chaparro, Abraham Charlmont, Bensen Chau, Jaclyn Chavez Ayala, Britney Chavez Tejada, Angely Chavez, Jonatan Chavez, Stephanie Chen, Henry Chinchilla Figueroa, Angel Chinchilla Moran, Kiara Cirilo, Nayara Claros Olivares, Daniel (T) Claude, Kevensky Coelho, Kaique Coelho, Kayo Coff man, Nicolas Collie, Sofi a Constanza Flores, Saul Contao, Sky Conti, Madison Coronado Pinto, Kenny Correia, Leticia Cortes Plaza, Juan Cortez Chavarria, Juan Cortez, Cristopher Costa Santos, Giullya Costa Sena Junior, Saulo Cruz Velis, Sophia Cucuzza, Matthew Cuesta Cordoba, Daliana Cutler, Victoria (I) Da Cruz, Samuel Da Mota Mello, Erick Da Silva Alves, Evelin Da Silva Gusmao, Ana Carolina Da Silva Paiao, Denisy Da Silva Santos, Kemelly Da Silva, Melissa Da Silveira, Isadora Dacosta, Mouhamed Dandy, Sasami DaSilva, Isabella Davis, JaShaylah De Araujo, Davi De Assis, Lucas De Castro, Alexander De Faveri, Julia De Freitas, Lucas De Jesus, Emelly De Limas, Mairana De Moraes, Rafael De Oliveira Fagundes Paiva, Brenda De 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Mayor Robert Van Campen & The Everett City Government First Lady Lisa, Mayor Robert Van Campen, John and Lilly We wish you success in your future endeavors! State Senator Sal Senator Sal DiDomenico with his wife, Tricia and their sons, Sal and Matthew. DiDomenico & Family SUCCESS IS RECOGNIZING AN OPPORTUNITY & NOT BEING AFRAID TO GO AFTER IT (YOU MAY NOT GET A SECOND CHANCE) CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES! 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Everett / Medford / Winchester / Dorchester / Norwood / Plymouth memberspluscu.org Former Ward 4 Councillor Phil Colameta BEST WISHES EHS CLASS OF 2026 ׉ 7cassandra://cB9BWaEzuMc4M_GDnf4PjbLXl0w9SbyQ-Sso4mckQp07`j,IIJ(E"j,IIJ(E! rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://OdQJMcZrW9-C35xivHKHftfN2-QhRHGoi2CjVdm2cQY`'p׉ 7cassandra://WjIIafgSETuNW7wAMe7sed2Xrsy0sjvd9euczmtayjE͘@`׉ 7cassandra://h4SASDadwTUgpbhTpxJu75N8kB8LCUk2jN_DbGhs1WI+`j,KIJ(E_טUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://knhKymTdJPrGMmZoZ2NJEGlBOKfDJYGnMvhQuzeI4zM5`'p׉ 7cassandra://w1puZUxzxdj0mmc1kUMeEg6YssRlct5Oy7F2FCfaMgQͤ`׉ 7cassandra://8YPl9YkLxtFS-ojnPwMzynJZHOFiyu0Ml3eM7dgK3sU<+`j,KIJ(E`׉EPage 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Everett High School Thanks its 2026 Scholarship Donors and Congratulates this year’s Scholarship Recipients Albert N. Parlin School PTO Scholarship Kierstyn Carapellucci David Flores Aguilar Allen Panarese Scholarship Tessa Ford Ann M. Nigro Scholarship Rayssa Castro Arnold Plotnick Memorial Scholarship Grisnel Gonzalez Pena The Berberian Family Scholarship Jackeline Ramos Tri Vo Elsy Vega Perez Carol Carbone Nursing Scholarship Catherine Nelson Cheryl A. Liston Memorial Scholarship Emma Perry Brooklyn Lamonica Christopher Brienza Memorial Scholarship Kensley Pierre Class of 2024 Memorial Scholarship Elsy Vega Perez Gideon Legall Constellation STEM Scholarship Kenton Tran Ateeq Rahman Culinary Arts Scholarship Jennifer Solis Garcia Carolyn Fama Curnane Family Memorial Scholarship Charmela Janvier DiDomenico Foundation Scholarship Elizabeth Landaverde Portillo Allison Alarcon Acosta Donald R. Andrew Scholarship Bryan Lewis Nathaly Romero Velasco Kolleen Fritz Dr. Peter E. Masucci and the Joint Committee for Children’s Healthcare of Everett Adam Aitmessaoud Vaca Mirelly De Souza The EHS Class of 1970 Scholarship Fund Ali Raza Elizabeth McNeil Scholarship Kolleen Fritz ETA Patricia A. Cahill Memorial Scholarship Dante Gell Everett Firefighters IAFF Local 143 Scholarship Kaitlyn Peralta Rileigh Kenney Everett High School Class of 1978 Memorial Scholarship Madelyn Flores Yazmin Gonzalez Duarte Everett Police Betterment Association Award Ever Castro Xiomara Lazo Everett Police Superior Officers Award Brooklyn LaMonica Emma Perry Everett Public Schools Custodians Scholarship Brooklyn LaMonica Olivia Laidlaw Paula Castillo Leosmary Perez Saline Fernandes Duck Dos Santos Jean Baptiste Orleus Everett Teachers Association Scholarship Emma Perry Brooklyn LaMonica Rileigh Kenney Justine Lynch Victoria Cutler Charles Govostes Kenton Tran Amelia McNally Tessa Ford Danica Pham Elizabeth Landaverde Portillo Samyam Shrestha Olivia Laidlaw Akanksha Neupane Jonatan Vasquez Trochez Adam Aitmessaoud Vaca Leurys Ricardo Emeterio Delgado Fox Translation Services Scholarship Leila Pierre Juliana Dias Charenthalie Estime Shaeendra Hall Tsion Woldemariam The Frances M. “Fran” Connolly Memorial Scholarship Elizabeth Landaverde Portillo Frank J. Mastrocola Memorial Marine Corps Scholarship Angel Chinchilla Figueroa Paterson Pierre Paul Johan Baez Isaque Miranda Agostinho George Keverian School PTO Scholarship Lais Antonio Rayssa Castro Grisnel Gonzalez Pena Jackeline Ramos The Honorable Speaker George Keverian Public Service Scholarship Emma Perry Joseph “Bob” Cardello Memorial Scholarship Jenny Tejada The Joseph J. Pagano Memorial Scholarship Anthony Whitlow Kolleen Fritz Kiwanis Club of Everett Culinary Award Jennifer Solis Garcia Kiwanis Club of Everett Dr. Sidney Listernick Award Rileigh Kenney Kiwanis Club of Everett E. Cataldo Mattarazzo Empowerment Akanksha Neupane Kiwanis Club of Everett Ersilia Cataldo Mattarazzo Humanitarian Award Danica Pham Kiwanis Club of Everett Ersilia Cataldo Mattarazzo Memorial Award Charmela Janvier Kiwanis Club of Everett Ersilia Cataldo Mattarazzo Service Award Casey Martinez Kiwanis Club of Everett Frank E. 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Parlin Adult and Teens World Cup Watch Parties: Parlin YA Room; watch the World Cup at the library! The Parlin Memorial Library is excited to host watch parties for select World Cup games, so bring your team spirit and love of fútbol to the stacks! Next week’s schedule: · Monday, June 15, at 6 p.m. — Saudi Arabia v. Uruguay · Wednesday, June 17, at 1 p.m. — Portugal v. DR Congo Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesdays at 7 p.m., come chit-chat and stitch! Bring your crocheting, knitting or any other yarn craft and sit and socialize with other members of the crafting community. Recommended for ages 14-109! Book Bedazzling: Parlin Meeting Room, Thursday, June 18 at 6:30 p.m. Make your favorite book into a bedazzled masterpiece! BYO Book or use one of our discarded (but still beautiful!) library books to make your own sparkling creation! Bedazzling materials will be supplied by the library. Recommended for ages 14+. Registration is required; sign up online or in person or call 617394-2300. Parlin Children’s Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Mondays from 3-5 p.m., come to the Children’s Room for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays at 11 a.m., join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Creative Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Explore, create and get dramatic with this fun interpretive program for kids ages six to 14. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Craft Room, Fridays at 11 a.m. Join Mrs. McAuliffe for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical The World’s First Hearing Aids With Touchscreen Controls. No tiny buttons. No apps. No prescriptions. Call 844-497-3476 to get your 45-day risk free trial. Revolutionary technology with touchscreen control. Hearing modes for any environment. Multiple models to choose from. Portable charging case. 48-hour battery life. UV cleaning. Background noise cancellation. 45-day risk free trial. adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Shute Adult and Teens Ready Player One Games: Shute Meeting Room, Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. Level up your Wednesdays with our ultimate gaming hangout! Grab your friends and dive into fun Nintendo Switch and PlayStation games. Recommended for ages 11 and up. Shute Children’s Miss Val’s Storytime Pals: Shute Children’s Room, Mondays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 12 p.m. What’s better than a good story? Sharing it with friends! Join Miss Val at the Shute Library for Fairytale Fun! Peter Jackson’s “Magic To Atom X Go”: Tuesday, June 16, at 3 p.m., Shute Memorial Library Meeting Room — come one, come all! Enjoy a magical afternoon with Peter Jackson and his magic bunny! This show is sure to be enjoyed by children and adults of all ages. Peter Jackson has been performing fun-tastical feats for over 30 years. You are sure to have a great time with this interactive magic show — you may even get a meet-andgreet with his fantastically furry, magical rabbit! Registration is not required for this event. First come, first admitted — while there is space available. You won’t want to miss it! Master Builders: Lego Free-play: Shute Children’s Room, Thursdays from 3-5 p.m.; free-play session with Legos and other building blocks. Bring a buddy, or make a new one, as you explore your imagination brick by brick! We provide the space and the materials to let your vision take shape. What will you create? Trusts and Second Marriages A key part of today’s estate planning often involves the use of Trusts in order to provide for a surviving spouse in a second marriage and the children of a decedent from a previous marriage. If all of the assets of the decedent spouse are simply left to the surviving spouse of the second marriage, there exists the possibility that the surviving spouse will simply leave all of the assets he or she receives to her own biological children, thereby disinheriting the decedent’s biological children. If the married couple agrees to execute a joint revocable Trust, upon the first spouse to die, the Trust will then become irrevocable. Alternatively, an irrevocable Trust could be executed from the start. In either case, provision within the Trust can provide for the right of the surviving spouse to receive income generated from the Trust, or the right to use, occupy and possess real estate constituting the principal residence, for example. The Settlor(s) of such a Trust can provide for a child of the decedent spouse to serve as a Co-Trustee with the second spouse upon the death of the first spouse to die. In this event, there is at least a check on whether or not income distributions and principal distributions for health and welfare are not inappropriate. This might apply if the two individuals executing the Trust are not absolutely sure that the surviving spouse will not disinherit the decedent’s biological children and will in fact follow the terms of the Trust and the parties’ original intentions. Also, in a first marriage situation with all of the children being of the marriage, inserting a testamentary special power of appointment provision in the Trust allows the surviving spouse to exercise this power of appointment via his or her Last Will and Testament in order to reallocate the remaining assets in the Trust upon his or her death. For example, if the surviving spouse felt that one child needed a larger share of the Trust assets in order to survive financially, that child would receive a larger share of the Trust assets than he or she was entitled to pursuant to the terms of the Trust. This special power of appointment provision may be entirely inappropriate when dealing with a second marriage. The reason is that the power could be exercised by the surviving spouse to leave assets to his or her own children and thereby leaving out the children of the deceased spouse of this second marriage. Every family and marriage is different. Only after discussing all of the issues and family dynamics in a second marriage context can you arrive at the optimum set of Trust documents that will best meet your objectives. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation. ׉ 7cassandra://j73o_OB7rhzeqbjQrfUSZ1UuyMVgS_jQ6bBzJWIt7sY3 `j,IIJ(E'׉E""THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Page 23 Sa Sa a Say y Senior enior Sen by Jim Miller Still Working at 65? Here’s How to Handle Medicare Dear Savvy Senior, My wife and I are approaching 65, but I’m still working and have good health coverage through my employer. Do we need to enroll in Medicare at this point? — Almost 65 Dear Almost, If you or your spouse is still working past age 65 and have health insurance through your job, you may be able to delay enrolling in Medicare without a late enrollment penalty. However, the rules depend largely on the size of your employer. First, a quick refresher: Remember that original Medicare has two parts. Part A, which covers hospital care and is premium-free for most people. And Part B, which covers doctor visits, lab tests, and outpatient care and has a monthly premium of $202.90 in 2026. Higher-income individuals (over $109,000) and couples (over $218,000) pay more. If you’re already receiving Social Security, you’ll automatically be enrolled in Parts A and B when you turn 65, and your Medicare card will arrive in the mail. It will include instructions on how to return it if you have employer coverage that allows you to delay Part B. If you’re still working Start by talking with your benefits manager or HR department to understand how your employer insurance works with Medicare. In most cases, it makes sense to enroll in Part A since it’s free. However, if you contribute to a Health Savings Account, enrolling in Part A will stop those contributions. Whether you should enroll in Part B usually depends on your employer’s size. Small employer If your employer has fewer than 20 employees, Medicare becomes your primary insurance. In this case, you should enroll in Part B during your Initial Enrollment Period, which lasts seven months: the three months before your 65th birthday, your birthday month, and the three months after. If you aren’t receiving Social Security, you’ll need to apply for Medicare. You can do this online at ssa.gov/medicare/sign-up, by phone at 800-772-1213, or in person at your local Social Security offi ce. If you miss your Initial Enrollment Period, you’ll need to wait for the General Enrollment Period, which runs January 1 through March 31. Coverage begins the fi rst day of the month after you enroll, but a 10 percent penalty is added to your Part B premium for each full year you waited. Signing up on time helps you avoid both coverage gaps and added costs. Large employer If your employer has 20 or more employees, your group health plan remains your primary insurance while you’re actively working. In this case, you generally don’t need to enroll in Part B at 65 if your coverage is adequate. If you do enroll, Medicare will serve as secondary coverage. Once your employment or employer coverage ends, you’ll have an eight-month Special Enrollment Period to sign up for Part B without penalty. Check drug coverage You should also review your prescription drug coverage. Ask your benefi ts manager if your employer’s plan is considered “creditable.” If it is, you don’t need to enroll in a Medicare Part D plan. If it isn’t, you should sign up for Part D during your Initial Enrollment Period to avoid a penalty – typically 1 percent of the national average premium for each month you delay. You can compare Part D plans at medicare.gov/plan-compare. Need help? For free guidance, contact your State Health Insurance Assistance Program at 877-8392675 or shiphelp.org. You can also call the Medicare Rights Center helpline at 800-3334114. Navigating Medicare while you’re still working can be confusing, but a quick check with your employer and a clear understanding of the rules can help you avoid costly mistakes. Taking the time to get it right now will ensure you have the coverage you need, without unnecessary penalties down the road. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. nr ior OBITUARY Edward Poste A li felong fix tur e of Everett , passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, at 9:20 a.m. He was surrounded completely by the massive family he spent an entire lifetime building. Born in Everett to the late Albert and Mary (Devito) Poste, Ed was a proud graduate of EHS, Class of 1962. He worked as a dedicated printer for Acme Printing Company throughout his career until his retirement. To the rest of the world, he was a pillar of the community, but to his family, he was everything. He was the fi rst brick to the foundation of our family, and the absolute glue to so many of our lives. Ed built a beautiful legacy that grew to include his eight children: Steven, Eddie, Johnny, Sharon, Denise, Tanya, Dawn, and Maggie. Alongside his beloved wife, Lois, his legacy continues to live on through them, as well as his 27 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. He was a deeply loyal brother to Mary Ann O’Malley, Albert Poste, Ginny Albrecht, and the late Louis and Dennis Poste. The man was just so full of boundless life, energy, and laughter. He was a true hero to everyone who looked up to him, a guy we honestly thought was going to outlive us all. Ed was always right there in the front row for every single family milestone, ready for the cake and celebrating our wins; but just as importantly, he was the guy who would sit right beside you and help carry you through the losses. He lived life with an unforgettable energy that lit up every wedding dance fl oor, and he was always ready with a legendary dad joke to make the room groan or a cheerful “okie dokie.” Whether casting a fi shing line, bowling, or playing cornhole, he taught everyone around him what it truly means to be yourself and to love unconditionally. He was a passionate fan of all Boston sports, especially his beloved Red Sox. Just like he did with his family, he stuck by his teams through every single high and low, fi ercely loyal through the good years and the bad. He was the heart of every holiday and family gathering, making sure everyone was fed and taken care of; if there was a cold Miller Lite around and a grill anywhere nearby, he would just quietly take over grill duties without anybody even asking. He was always there, loving our family like no other. To his children, Ed wasn’t just a parent; he was their absolute anchor. There is no formula that can measure what a man like that means to his kids, but they felt it in every single moment. He gave them a foundation of unconditional love, a precise path forward, and a selfless heart that always put them first. He was unique, one of a kind, and entirely perfect in his own beautiful way. To them, he was the very defi nition of what it means to be caring, forgiving, and supportive. He was the life of the party, the funniest person they ever knew, and a true hero from their fi rst days to his very last. The beautiful thing about a man like Ed is that his spirit didn’t stop with his eight children. You can see his exact blueprint trickling down through the entire family tree, echoing in the laughter of his 27 grandchildren and the smiles of his 17 great-grandchildren. 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Equal Housing Opportunity. chain reaction of unconditional love, and they are the proof that everything he pushed his family to be is locked in forever. Visitation was held on Thursday, June 11, at Rocco Salvatore & Sons Funeral Home. Please consider making a donation in his honor to Cornhole for Cancer, a cause incredibly close to Ed’s heart that he proudly supported and played in every single year. Contributions can be made directly to the family’s chosen tournament fund athttps://www.gofundme.com/f/dv3ey-cornholefor-cancer or at the tournament this weekend. ׉ 7cassandra://QCAwaRc_yGHF10ivbF0XQWPyyOd3mfQpgENmhOnZmdk0F`j,IIJ(E(j,IIJ(E' rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://WY0vHaxgnr5WzI8zOjdabHovuNjp9YyYapJsVqfuJ7I@`'p׉ 7cassandra://S1S302-5m19G5tczu4BCUQBx3xMhXbdc7FPWVkICj60͘`׉ 7cassandra://Z19l_Y22_FyYRLgA-9ibM-wp1AxAEgrhA7T50D58XRw**`j,LIJ(EhטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://XO502lAm6XHAXXle7ZrdVwy75oYOHA6GCzD1bL0miP8I`'p׉ 7cassandra://paOArZmVklTmZfPoZ_UqroVkROpCctDBiZBJS1hSv8M͏N`׉ 7cassandra://SclaQVNZ4dIG27aZs02e9eqSjG34GEfAqePEvxUzEpc%`j,LIJ(Eiנj,LIJ(Ev$̭ 9ׁHhttp://www.maldentrans.comׁ ׁ Јנj,LIJ(Eu}9ׁHmailto:ehyde@maldentrans.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E$Page 24 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 51 - Report No. 23 June 1-5, 2026 By Bob Katzen T HE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of June 1-5, $1.35 BILLION SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET (H 5470) House 153-0, Senate 37-3, approved and sent to Gov. Maura Healey a $1.35 billion fi scal 2026 supplemental budget that includes $558 million for education and $794 million for transportation. Some of the funding will come from the $1.3 billion generated by the 2022 voter-approved constitutional amendment, known by supporters as the Millionaire’s Tax and the Fair Share Amendment, which imposes a surtax of an additional 4 percent income tax, in addition to the current fl at 5 percent one, on taxpayers’ earnings of more than $1 million annually. Language in the constitutional amendment requires that “subject to appropriation, the revenue will go to fund quality public education, aff ordable public colleges and universities, and for the repair and maintenance of roads, bridges and public transportation.” Education provisions include $152 million for special education reimbursements; $150 million for making childcare more affordable and accessible; and $40 million to help young learners read, including $20 million for high-dosage tutoring and $20 million for classroom programs designed to accelerate reading skills for kids in kindergarten through third grade. Transportation provisions include $595 million for the MBTA including $450 million to keep the T running; $60 million for maintenance and upgrades to physical infrastructure with an emphasis on commuter rail improvements; $50.4 million to improve workforce and safety; $20 million to make fares more aff ordable for low-income riders; and $15 million for water transportation infrastructure across the state. Other provisions create a new tax exemption, capped at $35 million per year, on building materials used in the con- LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 10-U Commerce Way Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 865-4000 Docket No. MI26A0266AD CITATION G .L. C. 210, § 6 In the matter of: CASSANDRA CHERYL LUIS To: Ricardo Anthony Luis and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families of said Commonwealth. A petition has been presented to said court by: Tracey A. Giglio of Medford, MA William R. Giglio of Medford, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to Cassandra Cheryl Giglio If you object to this adoption you are entitled to the appointment of an attorney if you are an indigent person. An indigent person is defined by SJC Rule 3:10. The definition includes but is not limited to persons receiving TAFDC, EACDC, poverty related veteran’s benefits, Medicaid, and SSL The Court will determine if you are indigent. Contact an Assistant Judicial Case Manager or Adoption Clerk of the Court on or before the date listed below to obtain the necessary forms. IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Woburn ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 07/18/2026 WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: May 18, 2026 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE May 29, June 5, 12, 2026 of our tax dollars. It once again shows how Statehouse lawmakers can never tax you enough.” (A “Yes” vote is for the $1.35 billion budget. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Didn’t Vote ico Yes $4.58 BILLION FOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS INCLUDING $300 MILLION FOR LOCAL ROADS AND BRIDGES (H 5375) struction of affordable, moderate-income and middle-income housing projects; a permanent extension of the state’s temporary 20-cent fee on Uber, Lyft and other rideshare trips; $100 million to help cities and towns recover from major storms over the winter; $1 million to help public school districts implement bell-to-bell cell phone-free policies; and $1 million toward free legal services for immigrants and refugees who need help navigating the courts. “This legislation refl ects exactly the responsible, forward-looking governance that Massachusetts families deserve,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “It makes signifi cant investments in our schools and transit, paired with fi scally prudent steps to protect our state fi nances during a period of uncertainty. From making childcare more aff ordable to keeping the T running to helping immigrants access legal protections, this package addresses the needs of residents across the commonwealth.” “From signifi cant investments in public transportation and public education, to support for Department of Transitional Assistance caseworkers and expenses related to the World Cup, to fi scally prudent tax conformity measures – this legislation is representative of the responsible approach that Massachusetts must continue to take during this period of signifi cant fi scal uncertainty, while still ensuring robust state support for vital projects,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “Refl ecting the priorities of my Senate colleagues, this package makes meaningful investments in education and transportation that touch all corners of the commonwealth,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “The bill prioritizes municipal winter relief and targeted tax incentives to jumpstart housing production. With its passage, we are bolstering our public transportation system, supporting statewide education initiatives, training the next generation of doctors and teachers and taking proactive steps to responsibly mitigate the fallout from federal tax changes.” “The use of these one-time surplus funds provides us with a unique opportunity to better strengthen the commonwealth in numerous ways,” said Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, (D-Boston), chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means. “By further improving our educational and transportation sectors, we will build off the work we have done in the last several budget cycles with a judicious use of the Fair Share funds. The tax changes contained in this bill will help support the state’s economic competitiveness, while giving us time to absorb the expected loss in revenue.” “The supplemental budget included a legal defense fund for non-citizens, as well as tax provisions that prevented tax relief for residents—the very people funding that defense fund through their own taxes and who could face penalties if they tried to reduce their tax burden,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) one of only three legislators to vote against the budget. Sens. Kelly Dooner (R-Taunton) and Peter Durant (R-Spencer), the other two senators who voted against the budget, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking them why they voted against it. “Only in Massachusetts, do they pass a supplemental budget while passing their annual budget at the same time,” said Paul Craney, executive director of the Mass Fiscal Alliance. “This short term budget was fi lled with policies that would exclude tax benefi ts that were passed by Congress, in order for Statehouse politicians to keep more House 152-0, Senate 39-0, approved and sent to Gov. Healey a measure that authorizes $4.58 billion in bonding for various local, regional and state transportation programs. The package includes $300 million for cities and towns for local road and bridges -- $200 million which will be distributed to all municipalities based on the standard Chapter 90 Program distribution formula and another $100 million which will be distributed to all municipalities based solely on road mileage. Other provisions include $500 million for the Lifecycle Asset Management Program which aids non-federally funded roads and targets the pavement and bridges across the state that are in the worst condition; $200 million for capital projects to support housing develBEACON | SEE PAGE 25 ~ HELP WANTED ~ Type of Person Needed: * Are you an experienced/willing to learn, motivated person looking for a shop where your skills can be valued? A local company with a fleet shop is a busy, family-owned business dedicated to providing high-quality transportation services and public State inspection services. 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Sal DiDomen׉ 7cassandra://Z19l_Y22_FyYRLgA-9ibM-wp1AxAEgrhA7T50D58XRw**`j,IIJ(E)׉E.THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Page 25 BEACON | FROM PAGE 24 opment, including stormwater management, culverts and bike and pedestrian improvements; $200 million for a new accelerated deferred maintenance and modernization program for infrastructure under the care and control of the Department of Conservation and Recreation; and $200 million for the MBTA for the procurement of electrically powered locomotives. The legislation also reauthorizes $3.18 billion in funding for several programs included in the 2022 Transportation Bond Bill including $2.3 billion for projects on interstates and other federally aided highways; $800 million for improvements to non-federally aided roadways and bridges; $65 million for the Municipal Pavement Program for engineering, permitting, design and climate change adaptation on municipal ways; and $12 million for grants for the Shared Streets Program for improvements to municipal streets to create additional capacity for pedestrians and cyclists. “Today, the Legislature is taking action to fix potholes, repair local bridges and build on the progress Massachusetts public transit has made,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “At the same time, this legislation will help ease serious financial burdens on cities and towns that are navigating a difficult financial landscape.” “Providing funding for critical infrastructure projects through investments in the commonwealth’s public transportation, roads and bridges is one of the most important responsibilities that we have as members of the Legislature,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “I’m proud of the support for local infrastructure repairs that this legislation provides, and of the funding included for the MBTA.” “I am proud to see another annual Chapter 90 bill fund the commonwealth’s immediate municipal roadway and transportation needs,” said Rep. Michael Finn (D-West Springfield), House Chair of the Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets. “This year’s legislation also gives the Administration the flexibility to deploy additional funds towards large-scale transportation investments which may arise over the next few years.” “Grateful that we can say the winter of 2026 is finally in the rearview mirror, the Legislature has moved forward in addressing long-term capital projects for roadways and bridges all across the commonwealth,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “This bond bill provides support for critical capital projects in transportation that will spur housing development, make our roads and bridges safer and continue to build and improve upon the MBTA’s ongoing railway improvement projects.” “As we head into peak construction season, local leaders from every region and corner of the commonwealth greatly appreciate the Legislature’s prioritization of this vital transportation and infrastructure package, which includes critical funding to support local road, bridge, sidewalk and culvert repairs,” said Massachusetts Municipal Association Executive Director Adam Chapdelaine. “The essential Chapter 90 local road and bridge program has a direct positive impact on public safety, economic development and quality of life in every single city and town in Massachusetts, especially as many municipalities face serious fiscal challenges.” (A “Yes” vote is for the $4.58 billion package.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle D i dn’ t Vote Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes AUDIT THE LEGISLATURE AND MORE (H 5469) House 125-28, approved and sent to the Senate a bill that would narrow the scope of a voter-approved legislative audit and create a formal process to govern public access to legislative records. Democratic leaders argued the bill preserves the constitutional separation of powers between the legislative and executive branches, where the auditor’s office is positioned. Democratic State Auditor Diana DiZoglio and the Republicans disagreed and argued the bill goes against the will of the voters who, in the November 2024 election, approved Ballot Question 1 asking them if they favor allowing the state auditor to audit the Legislature. The question passed overwhelmingly by 72% of the vote. It has now been 19 months since the voters approved the audit but an audit has yet to take place. According to the State House News Service, the bill would limit the auditor’s power to investigate the branch to four categories of administrative functions, rather than the more expansive language outlined in the 2024 ballot law. And the legislation would also create a new statute establishing a legislative records request process and codifying which records would be public — most of which are already publicly available — and subject the governor’s office to the public records law from which they currently claim an exemption. The bill also stops Secretary of State Bill Galvin’s office (who usually oversees public records inquiries) from interfering in requests to the Legislature, but allows a path of judicial review, while simultaneously barring the courts from resolving disputes between the auditor and lawmakers. “For you all know, the House does not oppose an audit,” said Speaker Ron Mariano. “The House is already audited every year by an independent auditing firm, the results of which are posted on the Legislature’s website upon completion. What we oppose is a politically motivated audit conducted in violation of the Constitution, which is why we didn’t see a path forward until recently, when the auditor finally specified the scope of the audit before the Supreme Judicial Court.” Rep. Todd Smola (R-Warren), the ranking minority member of the House Ways and Means Committee, questioned the process. He said, “Nobody saw this legislation 24 hours ago,” adding that the committee had 34 minutes between when the poll landed in their inbox and they had to vote on it. “Yet, we had to respond to that poll and ultimately weigh in as members of the committee.” said Smola. “We had members on both sides of the political aisle that were calling each other back and forth to say, ‘Can you explain this portion?’ That’s how confusing some components of this legislation were when we saw it for the first time yesterday.” All 25 Republicans voted against the bill. All Democrats but three voted for it. Five Democrats did not vote. The three Democrats who voted against it were Reps. Mike Connolly (D-Cambridge), Jim Hawkins (D-Attleboro) and Alan Silvia (D-Fall River). Rep. Susannah Whipps (U-Athol), the one non-party affiliated member in the Legislature, voted for the legislation. “This legislation was drafted in partnership with good government experts to increase access to public records from the executive and legislative branches, and to establish a clear framework for legislative audits conducted by the state auditor,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy), the chief proponent of the measure. “These measures will build on the rules reforms that the Legislature adopted earlier this session, and will ensure greater transparency while respecting legislative privilege and the separation-of-powers principles outlined in the state Constitution. We hope this legislation will put an end to protracted litigation, address an issue that may otherwise come before voters on the ballot and allow the Legislature to refocus on the many issues facing Massachusetts residents.” DiZoglio disagreed. “The people have a co-equal right with the Legislature to create laws, and the courts have a constitutional right to adjudicate laws,” she responded. “With this proposed bill, and under the guise of transparency, your state representatives are not only throwing the 72% voter-mandated law in the dumpster – they’re taking a match and lighting that dumpster on fire, violating the people’s constitutional rights and undermining democracy.” She said House leaders were “painting this as some sort of a transparency measure” while “essentially negating everything that you voted for in the November 2024 ballot question.” “They are conducting a victory lap right now for themselves, patting themselves on the back for helping to ensure transparency and accountability, and using all the buzz words.” “The speaker is acting like an authoritarian, and I am calling on him to resign,” DiZoglio said on Boston Public Radio. She also urged Gov. Healey to veto the bill if it ever reaches her desk. She continued, “The speaker needs to retire, resign, move on. We need new leadership in our state government, in our state Legislature.” She said lawmakers “need to move on” if they “don’t think they need to answer to anybody.” A spokesperson for Mariano responded, “The speaker is calling on the auditor to tone down the rhetoric. Personal attacks will not solve the fundamental flaws with the audit ballot question — the legislation that the House passed this week does exactly that.” “This legislation represents a significant step forward in strengthening legislative transparency in the commonwealth,” said Rep. Alice Peisch (D-Wellesley), House Chair of the Special Committee on Initiative Petitions, who supported the bill. “It establishes a formal public records framework for the Legislature and allows the state auditor to review legislative administrative functions. This measure is designed to balance two fundamental principles of democratic governance, the public’s right to understand how government operates and the Legislature’s independence in carrying out its lawmaking responsibilities. Transparency and constitutional integrity are not competing values; they are complementary ones. When thoughtfully balanced, they strengthen public trust, reinforce accountability and increase confidence in our democratic institutions And I believe this bill strikes that balance.” “The voters of Massachusetts made their voices clear when they overwhelmingly supported giving the state auditor the authority to audit the Legislature,” said Rep. John Gaskey (R-Carver) who opposed the bill. “This bill does not honor that mandate. Instead, it creates a system where legislative leaders maintain control over what information can be reviewed, who can be interviewed and whether disputes can ever be challenged in court. An audit without enforcement is not accountability,” Gaskey said. “If the Legislature can decide what information to provide, deny requests without meaningful review and prevent BEACON | SEE PAGE 26 CITY OF EVERETT - LEGAL NOTICE - BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday June, 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: Map/Parcel: Building Permit Property Owner: PROPOSAL: The applicant seeks to convert the existing Two (2) family residence built approximately in 1900 into a Three (3) family residence.: Violations: • Pursuant to Section 4.B.2.c of the Zoning Ordinance, the maximum allowable floor area ratio (FAR) is .50. The proposed FAR is .57. 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A variance is required as none are provided Rebecca Edmondson Korom - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk of Board of Appeals June 05, 12, 2026 11 Foster Street Everett, MA 02149 L0-03-000297 B-26-338 11 Foster Street 15 N Beacon Street Unit NR Alston, MA 02134 ׉ 7cassandra://SclaQVNZ4dIG27aZs02e9eqSjG34GEfAqePEvxUzEpc%`j,IIJ(E*j,IIJ(E) rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://GTdzuIx0QLioxzL-v0QgKBPvTZhK7OAgTD0PrldZSDY `'p׉ 7cassandra://L2IsL1IjTEqM1xXaQOl3F2Mawd9jJgZ1JkjW7QBvJjcͥ`׉ 7cassandra://BgVwmzhQY1G59j0492uEb83e1Eq4CnTI8B6A07PmdWs+`j,LIJ(EpטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://AYpQWtVFGgfFMvFOR73hamwLkjAsIryYa9854SPetZA `'p׉ 7cassandra://3uR1RQiqfrKcc4JA9PlbaU6pjHnEoZRdWbrtZkKlAy8ͭ`׉ 7cassandra://m6m5_i2pSDHf_TZgPFL425YPwbtNCYxxo2hPGt_n4f81`j,LIJ(Erנj,MIJ(Ex̣̰9ׁHhttp://www.thewarrengroup.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E34Page 26 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 BEACON | FROM PAGE 25 the courts from stepping in, then the people of Massachusetts are not getting the independent audit they voted for.” “What the Massachusetts House of Representatives is doing today is choosing solutions over constitutional stalemates,” said Rep. Andres Vargas (D-Haverhill) who supported the measure. “Building on best practices and working with good-government experts, this bill ensures that the governor’s office will be subject to the existing public records law — a longstanding goal of public records advocates. And the House is taking the historic step of subjecting the Legislature to a new public records requirement and process — one that is consistent with leading constitutional scholars, and that, for the first time, creates a clear process and a statutory right for the public to access legislative records. This is the constitutional path to transparency.” “This is exactly the kind of Beacon Hill insider maneuver voters thought they were rejecting,” said bill opponent Paul Craney, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “You have politicians taking a law passed by 72% of voters, watering it down behind closed doors and then getting applause from organizations that claim to stand for transparency and accountability. Calling this a transparency bill doesn’t make it one. It is a rebranding effort designed to give cover to an attempt to weaken accountability, and it is disappointing to see organizations that present them- LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Probate and Family Court 10-U Commerce Way Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 865-4000 Docket No. MI21P1567EA Estate of: Anna Winer Date of Death: 08/24/2020 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A petition for S/A - Late and Limited Formal Testacy and/or Appointment has been filed by: James M. Winer of Peabody, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: James M. Winer of Peabody, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 07/01/2026. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: June 03, 2026 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE June 12, 2026 selves as watchdogs lending credibility to it. These outside groups like to describe themselves as watchdog organizations, but they prove to be nothing but lapdogs for the Legislature.” “Transparency in government is a cornerstone of a strong democracy, but to achieve it requires good policy,” said Geoff Foster, Executive Director of Common Cause Massachusetts who supported the measure. “That’s why we’re thrilled to have worked on legislation that is being advanced by the House that would take the historic step of finally subjecting both the governor’s office and the Legislature to a public records law which has been a top legislative priority for Common Cause Massachusetts and our members for decades.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle D i dn’ t Vote CHANGE ARCHAIC LANGUAGE REFERRING TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES (H 5474) House 150-0, approved, Senate approved on a voice vote without a roll call, and sent to Gov. Healey legislation that would modernize and remove archaic language in state laws to reflect the evolution of terminology relating to persons with disabilities. Changes include replacing “handicapped persons” with “persons with disabilities;” replacing “the mentally retarded” with “persons with an intellectual disability;” replacing “retarded children” with “children with an intellectual disability;” and replacing “disabled American veterans” with “American veterans with disabilities.” “Removing out-of-date and offensive language from the Massachusetts General Laws to describe people with disabilities is an important step in ensuring that our values are also reflected in our statutes,” said Rep. Jay Livingstone (D-Boston), House chair of the Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities. “As legislators, it is our job to help make sure that people with intellectual or developmental disabilities feel included, accepted and embraced for who they are, and this is an important step in doing so.” “I am proud to support [the bill] and take this long-overdue step toward ensuring the laws of the commonwealth reflect the dignity and humanity of every person,” said Rep. Mike Finn (D-West Springfield), sponsor of the House bill. “Our General Laws still contain outdated language that demeans our neighbors with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and that language has no place in the statutes of a state that has always led on civil rights and inclusion. Updating these words is an affirmation that Massachusetts stands for the respect and dignity of all its people.” “Language is constantly changing.” said Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville), the sponsor of the Senate bill. “And it’s changing because of the activism of people who were ignored and demeaned for too long,” said Sen. Pat Jehlen (D-Somerville), the sponsor of the legislation. “When people tell us they feel insulted and offended by the use of outdated words, we worked to change the legal language. It took a long time because we kept finding more examples of offensive language. Language and activism will continue to evolve, and there’ll always be more work to do, but this is a gigantic step forward in respect.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle D i dn’ t Vote MOVE “LAST CALL” FOR ALCOHOL TO 3 A.M. (H 5478) House 150-0, approved and sent to the Senate legislation that would enable Massachusetts bars to push their “last call” to as late as 3 a.m., this summer, from June 8 to July 31, if they get local approval from their city or town. The measure would also allow municipalities to establish designated public consumption districts for expanded alcohol purchase and consumption. Rep. Carole Fiola (D-Fall River), the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests from Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to comment on the bill and its passage. “With the World Cup and 250th anniversary celebrations slated to take place in Massachusetts this summer, this pilot program won’t just allow us to better understand the one hour last call extension, it will also ensure that businesses are able to take advantage of the influx of visitors – creating a better experience for everyone,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “Extending serving hours through this legislation will help enhance the exciting summer activities that will be occurring all across the commonwealth,” said Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means. “By making these changes, it will create a fun atmosphere for residents and tourists alike and will enhance the economy for all our residents.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes DATA PRIVACY (H 5479) House 146-0, approved a proposal that would guard personal privacy and provide data protection for Massachusetts residents. The Senate has already approved a different version of the measure and the House version now goes to the Senate for consideration. The House proposal gives all Bay State residents the right to access their personal information; the right to correct inaccurate information; the right to opt out of certain processes such as targeted advertising; the right to transport personal data; and the right to delete certain information. A key provision would prohibit sensitive data from being sold or shared without a user’s consent. Sensitive data includes information such as biometric or genetic information, precise geolocation data, health and wellness information, reproductive and sexual health data, data of a minor under 18, government-issued identifiers, and data that reveals an individual’s racial or ethnic origin, national origin or citizenship or immigration status, religious beliefs, sex life, sexual orientation, status as transgender or non-binary, union membership, status as a military service member or veteran and status as a victim of a crime. Other provisions include requiring that personal data collection must be proportionate to providing requested services, and data must be protected and deleted when no longer necessary or required by law; special protections for individuals under 18, including a prohibition on targeted advertising to minors; and giving the Office of the Attorney General broad regulatory authority to enforce these new laws. “The Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act centers the consumer and is a must for the 21st century,” said Rep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier (D-Pittsfield), House chair of the Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity. “Through the technology that we have come to rely on daily, companies collect and legally sell our data, including sensitive data, without our knowledge or consent. The [bill] is a critical step to hold companies accountable, protect minors and establish strong consumer protections. It is the result of public hearings and thoughtful deliberation with privacy experts, advocates and industry representatives.” “This bill is first and foremost a consumer protection bill,” said Majority Leader Rep. Mike Moran (D-Brighton). “This bill is an important step forward to ensure data privacy and gives consumers control of how their personal information is collected and used by companies and the right to access, correct and delete their data.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle D i dn’ t Vote MOVE “LAST CALL” FOR ALCOHOL TO 3 A.M. (H 5478) House 150-0, Senate on a voice vote without a roll call, approved and Gov. Maura Healey signed into law legislation that would enable Massachusetts bars to push their “last call” to as late as 3 a.m., this summer, from June 8 to July 31, if they get local approval from their city or town. The measure would also allow municipalities to establish designated public consumption districts for expanded alcohol purchase and consumption. “This bill will provide more opportunities for people to celebrate with their community for the World Cup and the other exciting events we have happening this summer for MA250,” said Gov. Healey. “It will also support our local businesses and regional economies as they see a surge in visitors. We’re grateful to our partners in the Legislature for getting this bill across the finish line in time for the World Cup, as well as to the hardworking staff at our bars and restaurants for providing a welcoming and joyful environment for residents and visitors alike.” Rep. Carole Fiola (D-Fall River), the House sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests from Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to comment on the bill and its passage. “We are all on the same team for this one: Massachusetts is giving cities and towns the chance to keep the party going,” said Sen. Barry Finegold (D-Andover), Senate Chair of the Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies. “Goal!” “I’ve said for years that Massachusetts has a ‘fun’ problem, so I am delighted to see Gov. Healey sign legislation to bring some much-needed conviviality to our summer,” said Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Provincetown). “With scores of visitors set to descend on the commonwealth, this simple change sends the clear message that we’re ready to make the most out of an unforgettable summer. Let’s show the world that we truly do know how to have a good time in Massachusetts. Cheers!” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) BEACON | SEE PAGE 27 ׉ 7cassandra://BgVwmzhQY1G59j0492uEb83e1Eq4CnTI8B6A07PmdWs+`j,IIJ(E+׉E&THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 12, 2026 Page 27 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 Bolden, Luciene Ferrufino, Mauricio Mejia Lama, Ngodup Tharu, Prem Zhu, John BEACON | FROM PAGE 26 Rep. Joseph McGonagle BUYER2 Chaudhary, Jyoti Yes TEACHERS’ RETIREMENT BENEFITS (S 3109) Senate 39-0, approved legislation that would allow longtime public school teachers the opportunity, until mid2027, to join “Retirement Plus” and buy into an enhanced savings program if they missed out when the program was first established in 2001. “For too long, teachers who missed the original Retirement Plus enrollment period because of confusing procedures, inadequate notice, administrative errors or time spent on maternity or medical leave have been denied benefits they believed they were working toward,” said Sen. Liz Miranda (D-Boston), the sponsor of an earlier version of the legislation. “In many cases, these educators have had to delay retirement, faced with the impossible decision between working well into old age and retiring without the security of knowing if there’s enough in the bank. This legislation creates a fair, one-time opportunity for these educators to enroll in Retirement Plus.” “I was proud to be lead co-sponsor of this legislation and I am thrilled to see us get one step closer to fixing this issue for thousands of teachers in my district and across the commonwealth,” said Sen. Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett). “Due to administrative confusion when the Retirement Plus program launched, many teachers lost out on their opportunity to join this essential program. Thanks to this legislative fix we passed through the Senate, up to 8,500 eligible teachers will have a one-time window until June 30, 2027, to buy into the program and secure the enhanced retirement benefits they deserve and should have received decades ago.” “My staff and I have family and friends that are educators, and I know how rewarding and challenging of a profession it is,” said Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth). “The wraparound services that educators provide now for students are the most comprehensive they’ve ever been, and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the SELLER1 Dafonseca, Edelmarques J Nepali, Sunil Ruggiero, Robert M 63 Woodville Street Rt Rai, Shila Polson, Joseph O work educators do. The journey for this bill has been quite long, with many ups and downs, and I’m thrilled that the Senate was able to get this bill across the finish line this session. Massachusetts educators do some of the most important work in our society, and they deserve the right to opt-in to Retirement Plus.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL BAN CANCER-LINKED CHEMICAL FROM IV BAGS (S 3106) – The Senate approved, on a voice vote without a roll call, and sent to the House a bill that would ban the use of DEHP, a toxic chemical which is commonly added to plastic intravenous bags and tubing and linked to breast, liver, lung and testicular cancer. Many IV bags currently contain DEHP, which is added to improve the plastic’s flexibility but can pose serious health dangers to patients. “When a patient is in a hospital bed receiving IV therapy, the last thing they should have to worry about is whether the equipment itself is making them sicker,” said Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem), the sponsor of the measure. “DEHP is a known carcinogen. Safer alternatives already exist and are being used by major health systems right here in Massachusetts. This bill simply says we are going to catch up with the science. Patients deserve nothing less.” COMMERCIAL INTERIOR DESIGNERS (S 3107) - The Senate approved, on a voice vote without a roll call, and sent to the House legislation that would create optional state licensure for commercial interior designers, a step that supporters say would empower smaller designers to bid individually for certain projects rather than having to contract with a larger firm. Currently, smaller interior design operations have to contract with larger firms that have architectural licenses in order to bid on certain projects. “Massachusetts is home to five colleges with nationally accredited interior design programs,” said sponsor Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem). “We are training talented professionals and then telling them they cannot fully practice their craft in their own state. This is not SELLER2 Adhikari, Anju Ruggiero, Nancy C Maddaleni, John A Rai, Hik Raj Polson, Jessica L right, and [the bill] fixes that. It creates real economic opportunity, especially for women and minority-owned businesses, and it keeps our graduates here where they can grow their careers and contribute to our communities.” “[The] bill is the result of real collaboration,” said Sen. Pavel Payano (D-Lawrence), Senate chair of the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. “Architects, engineers, building officials and interior designers came to the table and worked through the hard conversations. What emerged is a commonsense framework that gives commercial interior designers the recognition they deserve, establishes clear professional boundaries and protects consumers. Massachusetts has talented practitioners in this field who have built careers and businesses without a clear path to licensure. This legislation changes that.” CLEFT PALATE AND CLEFT LIP (HD 4385) – The House referred to the Committee on Financial Services a bill that would amend and expand current law which mandates coverage for the expense of treatment of cleft palate and cleft lip for children under the age of 18. The bill would expand the law to include patients over the age of 18. Supporters said that current law results in individuals over the age of 18 born with a cleft palate and/or cleft experiencing a “cliff effect,” where their insurance will automatically stop covering medically necessary treatments and surgeries despite appeals from both the patients and their medical providers. “Expanding coverage for cleft palate and lip treatments would improve the lives of many and provide them with the support, dignity and care they deserve,” said sponsor Rep. Steven Ultrino (D-Malden). $10.1 MILLION TO CITIES AND TOWNS FOR FIBER NETWORKS - The Healey Administration announced $10.1 million in grants to Massachusetts cities and towns to help them build or complete municipal fiber networks, enabling modern, efficient technology infrastructure and stronger cybersecurity capabilities. “Investments in municipal fiber netADDRESS 138 Fremont Ave 113 Grover St 63 Woodville St 49 Tappan St 127 Central Ave CITY Everett Everett Everett Everett Everett works improve the efficiency and cost effectiveness of local governments,” said Administration and Finance Secretary Matthew Gorzkowicz. “These fiscal year 2026 grants will help Massachusetts communities close critical infrastructure gaps, gain economies of scale and upgrade to more modern and resilient technology.” “Municipally owned fiber networks are critical to help cities and towns modernize operations, strengthen cybersecurity and deliver more reliable public services,” said Technology Services and Security Secretary Jason Snyder. “Through the Municipal Fiber Grant Program, we are helping cities and towns close critical connectivity gaps, improve the resiliency of local government technology systems and build scalable networks that will support municipal operations for years to come.” 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 DATE 05.21.26 05.18.26 05.21.26 05.20.26 05.22.26 PRICE 850000 480000 635000 640000 670000 debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of June 1-5, the House met for a total of 13 hours and 27 minutes, and the Senate met for a total of six hours and four minutes. Mon. June 1 House11:00 a.m. to 11:12 a.m. Senate 11:02 a.m. to 11:09 a.m. Tues. June 2 No House session. No Senate session. Wed. June 3 House11:00 a.m. to 4:50 p.m. No Senate session. Thurs. June 4 House10:59 a.m. to 6:24 p.m. Senate 11:07 a.m. to 5:04 p.m. Fri.June 5 No House session. No Senate session. Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall. com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Copyright © 2026 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. ANYONE CAN SAY THEY CAN FIX IT, ONLY WE GUARANTEE IT...FOR LIFE! • Basement Waterproofi ng • Foundation Repair • Crawl Space Repair SCHEDULE YOUR FREE INSPECTION: (866) 235-9404 * Certain terms and conditions apply. Ask your Foundation Specialist for details. LIC. 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