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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Breakfast was once again well attended by residents, local offi cials and members of the Zion Church Ministries community. Each year the Senior Pastor of Zion Church Ministries, Bishop Robert G. Brown, awards a scholarship in the name of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to an individual or individuals who most represent the values, ethics and community dedication exemplifi ed by Dr. King throughout his life as the greatest Civil Rights leader of our time. This year’s recipient for the 2025 MLK Scholarship was Everett’s own Trevon T. Carrington. “They could not have picked a more deserving recipient” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “Trevon is the embodiment of true community spirit and one of the brightest young men I have ever met. He actively volunteers for community initiatives, including food pantries, clothing drives and all of our City events. I’m very proud of him.” He will be graduating this CELEBRATE | SEE PAGE 12 Bishop Regina E. 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Borgonzi has steadily moved up in the team’s front offi ce, before assuming the role of assistant general manager three years ago. During Mike’s tenure in KanF sas City, the team has won three Super Bowls, and are on the verge of winning another one. If they are able to pull off the feat, it will be the team’s third straight title, thus becoming the first National Football League club to ever do so. But fi rst, they are getting ready to play in their seventh straight AFC (American Football Conference) championship game this coming Sunday night against the Buff alo Bills. The winner goes to Super Bowl LVIIII (59) in New Orleans on Feb. 9. 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Allowing animal testing in Everett would not only introduce logistical and fi nancial burdens but also risk ignoring ethical concerns and shifting focus away from more pressing community priorities. A comparison with neighboring communities where animal testing is permitted highlights Everett’s lack of readiness for such a move. Cities like Cambridge, which allow animal testing, have extensive infrastructure to support and regulate it. For example, Cambridge employs a full-time Commissioner of Laboratory Animals—a licensed veterinarian funded by RON’S OIL Call For PRICE MELROSE, MA 02176 NEW CUSTOMER’S WELCOME ACCEPTING VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER (781) 397-1930 OR (781) 662-8884 100 GALLON MINIMUM Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 the city—responsible for oversight and enforcement. The city also maintains a Biosafety and Animal Committee with dedicated administrative appointments and specialized resources. Firefi ghters must undergo biohazard training, and public health and inspectional departments enforce rigorous standards for laboratories. These are essential regulatory measures funded by taxpayers, and they are not optional. Everett does not have comparable resources or infrastructure to manage these responsibilities. Introducing animal testing here would demand signifi - cant investments of time, money, and expertise. The city would need to allocate funding to oversight bodies, enforce public safety measures, and establish new administrative roles—all while addressing the ethical dilemmas inherent in animal testing. Meanwhile, at the federal level, there is a growing shift away from animal testing in favor of innovative alternatives. Cambridge is at the forefront of this transition, reducing its reliance on animal testing and investing in more humane and forward-thinking research methods. Allowing animal testing in Everett not only ignores these trends but risks creating new problems that divert resources from the issues residents care about most. Recent developments in Somerville further underscore the risks Everett could face. Somerville, despite its stronger geographic and economic position, has seen its life sciences development projects suff er due to insuffi cient demand and unmet infrastructure needs. If Somerville, with its proximity to Boston and robust public transit access, is struggling, Everett—with fewer resources and no direct transit to biotech hubs—would face even steeper challenges. Everett’s limited space and resources compound the problem. Unlike larger cities like Cambridge, Everett lacks the capacity to support animal testing facilities on a comparable scale. Additionally, the region is already oversaturated with lab space, leaving many facilities vacant and underutilized. Loosening Everett’s restrictions risks contributing to this oversupply, creating burdens for taxpayers instead of benefi ts for the community. It is crucial to consider the long-term financial, logistical, and ethical consequences of amending animal testing in Everett. These are not temporary challenges; they require sustained investments that could profoundly impact the city’s future. If the City Council chooses to permit animal testing, it must be prepared to meet the rigorous regulatory and fi nancial demands this decision entails. Anything less would leave Everett vulnerable to the same stalled development and unmet potential in Somerville. Lorenzo Possamai named to Fall 2024 Dean’s List L orenzo Possamai, a member of the Class of 2028 from Everett, Mass., has been named to the Fall 2024 Dean’s List at Stonehill College. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must have a semester grade point average of 3.50 or higher and must have successfully completed all courses for which they were registered. Stonehill College, a Catholic institution of higher learning, was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross in 1948. Located on the beautiful 387-acre campus and former estate of Frederick Lothrop Ames in North Easton, Mass., it is a community of scholarship and faith, anchored by a belief in the inherent dignity of each person. Through more than 100 academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences, business and pre-professional fi eld, Stonehill College provides an education of the highest caliber that fosters critical thinking, free inquiry and the interchange of ideas for over 2,500 students. 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Chapter 342 requires health insurers to cover life-saving medications for diabetes, asthma and certain heart conditions with no or limited out-of-pocket costs lower out-of-pocket costs and ensure access to life-saving medications by off ering immediate price relief for prescription drugs used to treat diabetes, asthma and certain heart conditions. For each condition, the bill requires insurers to eliminate cost-sharing requirements for one generic drug and to cap copayments on one brand-name drug at $25 per 30-day supply. The law further brings down consumer costs by ensuring that consumers are not charged a cost-sharing amount, such as a copay, if it would be cheaper for them to purchase the drug withSal DiDomenico State Senator out using their insurance. “People throughout my district and our state rely on prescription medication to live, which is why I am thrilled to have helped pass this law which will bring down costs and ensure individuals don’t have to decide between paying for food and rent and accessing lifesaving drugs,” said Senator DiDomenico. “I have long been a supporter of bringing down the costs of prescription drugs and I know this new law will save lives across our state. I want to thank Senate President Spilka, Senator Friedman, and all of the advocates who worked diligently to get this important piece of legislation passed before the previous legislative session came to an end.” Approximately 9 percent of Massachusetts residents have diagnosed diabetes and 6.2 per cent of adults over 35 live with heart disease. In 2015, more than 10 per cent of residents lived with asthma. Black residents face each at a higher rate – over 12 percent live with diabetes and nearly 14 percent of Black adults live with asthma. The bill drastically increases state oversight of pharmacy benefi t managers (PBMs), which currently negotiate prescription drug prices with little oversight, making it unclear if they consistently act in the best interest of consumers. 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To create a more complete data-driven picture of drug costs in Massachusetts, the Center for Health Information and Analysis (CHIA) will collect a range of drug cost information from pharmaceutical manufacturers and PBMs. With the data, CHIA can off er a more complete examination of the drivers of health care costs in its annual health care cost report, allowing policymakers and consumers to better understand the role of pharmaceutical manufacturers and PBMs in the health care system. In addition to CHIA’s cost analysis, pharmaceutical manufacturers and PBMs will be included in the Annual Health Care Cost Trends Hearing of the Health Policy Commission (HPC) for the first time. Participation in the hearings will require manufacturers and PBMs to provide public testimony on the factors that infl uence drug costs, allowing those factors to be considered as HPC identifi es how to improve care and reduce costs for residents. 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I don’t understand why some department heads are stalling the work this Council has every right to conduct and some are more than willing to appear before us.” He also objected to requests that Councillors submit their questions in writing to department heads. “We have to put our questions in writing?” he asked. “It’s like a deposition and not how the system should work. We can’t anticipate every question we’ll ask.” “Sometimes you ask a question and another comes up,” Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith agreed. “I’ll ask a question and have a follow-up one.” A motion to postpone was approved. Van Campen and Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia introduced a resolution expressing some frustration by calling for the Administration to provide an update on when community meetings will be held concerning the use of the former Everett High School for 7th and 8th grade classrooms at an expense of $79 million and the former Pope John High School property. “I hope the Administration moves the process along,” Garcia said.” These meetings will be important.” “We don’t want to delay action but these meetings are critical,” Van Campen, in whose Ward the old Everett High School is located, added. Smith also expressed frustration over the quality of food in the senior meals program. She said she has observed and been told the food is disgusting and inedible. “I understand procurement laws, but the lowest bid shouldn’t affect the quality,” she feels. “Is it always the lowest bidder regardless of quality or the lowest bidder at a certain level of quality? 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Among other items, because Mayor Carlo DeMaria vetoed a December Council resolution requiring all playing fields in Everett to use environmentally sustainable organic grass instead of artificial turf, Councillor-at-Large Katy Rogers reintroduced it. She feels the measure will ensure future Administrations maintain the City’s environmentally friendly policy while allowing flexibility for replacement to come only at the end of an artificial surface’s useful life and to use artificial turf that is environmentally sustainable. Given the absence of Councillor-at-Large Michael Marchese, the Council approved her request for it be postponed. 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Dave was recently named as the defensive coordinator of the East squad in the prestigious EastWest Shrine Bowl game. That game will take place on Feb. 4 at the Star’s Ford Center in Frisco, Texas. Mike, who played a starring role on the Tide’s fi rst Super Bowl championship in 1997, was one of 10 candidates for the Titans’ general manager job that also included Miami Dolphins Senior Personnel Executive Reggie McKenzie, former Atlanta Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff , Tampa Bay Buccaneers Assistant General Manager John Spytek, Seattle Seahawks Senior Director of Player Personnel Matt Berry, Indianapolis Colts Assistant GM Ed Dodds, Buffalo Bills Director of Player Personnel Terrance Gray, Cleveland Browns Assistant GM & VP of Football Operations Catherine Hickman, Chicago Bears Assistant General Manager Ian Cunninghan and Green Bay Packers Vice President of Player Personnel Jon-Eric Sullivan. In a press release on the Tennessee Titans’ website, Titans Controlling Owner Amy Adams Strunk said of Borgonzi: “Mike’s experience speaks for itself: he has been part of the core team (at Kansas City) that delivered four AFC championships and three Super Bowls over the past fi ve seasons. It’s the type of standard (that) I want to build here in Tennessee. I know we have a lot of work ahead of us, and I’m excited for Mike to get started.” The press release continued by stating that the pairing of Borgonzi with Titans President of Football Operations Chad Brinker is viewed as a perfect fi t moving forward as the franchise aims to regain its footing following a tough stretch. Brinker also commented on the Titans’ new hire. “During Mike’s 16 years in the league, he has been a key part of transforming the Chiefs from a twowin team to a three-time Super Bowl champion,” he said. “During our meetings, he articulated a clear plan to build a championship standard (here) in Nashville through consistency, discipline and hard work. I’ve admired him for many years, and I’m thrilled to add him to the team as our general manager.” Brinker then added: “(Borgonzi) has literally thought through everything you could possibly think through as a general manager. He’s mapped out the entire plan from everything he believes in, which is the same thing we believe in here, the draft, development and retain model. From that to everything about being a general manager – in particular when it comes to the evaluation from pro to college, the calendar, what that looks like (and) the (many) meetings to his plan on working with the coaching staff in the player development side of it, player engagement and sports medicine – he literally had a plan for everything. And then, he’s also been at a place that’s been able to execute that plan at a high level. “Mike should have been a general manager two years ago. He is ready for this job, and this was the place that he wanted to be,” Brinker went on to say. “When he came in the building, he said it just felt like a family here, and it reminded him a little bit of Kansas City, and what they have been able to build there. “Now, we still have a lot to do from a culture perspective in our building, but he can see there’s some good bones here. 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The concert is titled “All You Need Is Love” and proceeds from the concert program book will be donated to Medford’s “Hearts of Life Food Pantry,” a local nonprofi t organization that supports the needs of those in extreme poverty and empowers them. There are no auditions required to become a member of the MCC, and the only requirement is a love of singing! Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings at First Baptist Church (34 Oakland St. [off Salem Street] in Medford Square): youth/young adult chorus at 6 p.m. and full chorus from 7-8:30 p.m. For more information or to join, please contact director Betsy Pesce at elizabethpesce@comcast.net or 617335-8155. “The Medford Community Chorale, a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, is supported in part this season by grants from the ArtsAlive Medford Foundation, the Bertram D Blaisdell INS Trust grant, Bloomberg Philanthropies, a Tufts Community Relations Holiday Raffl e Grant, and the Medford Arts Council, a local commission that is supported by the Mass Cultural Council and the City of Medford.” ׉ 7cassandra://Fw9uSO_YE9TC4Wp4KOR76xIJLXJk2k9HaFfCW9-aS-E5`grK׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 Page 9 City, Everett Police Launch “See Something, Say Something” Non-Emergency Report Service The new system will allow constituents to report non-emergency issues to the Everett Police Department through phone, text, app, and an online form Special to Th e Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett, in collaboration with the Everett Police Department (EPD), has launched the See Something, Say Something incident reporting system for constituents to report non-emergency related issues to the Everett Police. In an eff ort to increase accessibility to City services, constituents can now report concerns or issues such as noise complaints, property damage, litter or graffi ti, wellness checks, and more to the Everett police by calling or texting 781-7346677. Additionally, reports can be made online by visiting go.elerts.com/Everett and fi lling out the form or by downloading the See Say app on smart phones and tablets. Before submitting a report, the constituent will be asked about the nature and location of the report, as well as have the option to include a photo or video. The system will be monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week and reports may be made anonymously. Constituents are encouraged to save the phone number to their contacts and bookmark the website link to fi ll out an online form. The phone number and website link will also be available on the Everett Police Department website everettpolicema.com. Independent. Strong. Local. 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We were so pleased with the turnout for our 24 in ’24 Challenge that we decided to up the ante. The Everett Public Libraries now challenge you to read 25 books in 2025! Crack open an old favorite, try a new genre or listen to an audio book – if you’re reading, it counts! Prizes provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries will be awarded to those who complete the challenge. Visit everett.beanstack.com to get started. Parlin Adult and Teens Parlin Book Group: Parlin Meeting Room and Zoom, Monday, January 27, at 6 p.m.; 18+. In Ann Napolitano’s “Hello Beautiful,” William grew up in a house silenced by tragedy. When he meets Julia Padavano and her sisters, it’s as if the world has lit up around him. But William’s past surfaces, resulting in a rift that changes their lives for generations. Call Kathleen at 617-394-2300 or send an email to slipp@noblenet.org for the Zoom link or join us in person! Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, January 28, 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! Puzzle Club: Parlin Trustees Table, Wednesday, January 29, from 3-5 p.m. Piece together fun and friendship at the Parlin table! We’ll have puzzles of all shapes and sizes to work on together. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Drop-In Tech Help: Parlin Information Desk, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4-5 p.m. Do you have questions about how to use your personal laptop, tablet or phone? Bring it to the library and stop by our Drop-In Tech Help to meet with a volunteer for assistance. Resume Writing: Parlin Information Desk; do you need help sprucing up an old resume or creating a new one? Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Parlin. By appointment only; to register, please call or send an email to Kathleen – 617-394-2300 or slipp@ noblenet.org Computer Basics 101: Parlin Information Desk; not familiar with the computer? Learn the basics: how to start up and shut down a computer, perform mouse and keyboard functions, use applications, learn Microsoft Word, navigate the Internet, set up an email account, and more! By appointment only; to register, please call or send an email to Kathleen – 617-394-2300 or slipp@noblenet.org. Parlin Children’s Lego Club: Parlin Children’s Room, Monday, January 27, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room after school on Mondays for some free Lego building fun. Open to all ages; children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, January 29, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, January 29, at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages: six to 14. Table Top Gaming Club: Parlin Meeting Room, Thursday, January 30, at 3 p.m. Enjoy good games and even better company at the Parlin Table Top Gaming Club! Recommended for ages 12+. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Craft Room, Thursday, January 30, and Friday, January 31, at 11 a.m. Join Mrs. McAuliffe for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Shute Adult and Teens Romance Book Club: Shute Meeting Room, Tuesday, January 28, at 6 p.m. – for ages 18 and up. Calling all romance lovers! Join our Romance Book Club at the Shute Library! We’ll meet every third Tuesday of the month (unless otherwise noted on our calendar). No registration needed – just bring your love for all things romance! The book of the month is “The Seven Year Slip” by Ashley Poston. We’ll have light refreshments and snacks ~ Guest Commentary ~ Ahead of the PFAS Alternatives Act 2023: Protecting the Health of Massachusetts Firefighters By Jonathan Sharp S hortly after their development in the 1940s, perfluoroalkyl and poly-fluoroalkyl (PFAS) were extensively used for military purposes, as well as to manufacture consumer goods. As PFAS are heat and water-resistant, these substances also became widely used by the firefighting force. However, although PFAS are highly efficient, these chemicals are also incredibly toxic, with various studies over the years demonstrating a causal link between PFAS exposure and several human diseases, including cancer and endocrine issues. While several populations are at risk of developing these conditions due to repeated PFAS exposure, firefighters are among the groups with the highest risks. In this case, PFAS are not used only in firefighting turnout gear, but also to put out Class B chemical fires suppressed with PFAS-based aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF). At present, global efforts are being carried out to replace PFAS and remove these chemicals from the environment. The PFAS Alternatives Act 2023 is part of this effort, aiming to provide funding for research and development of alternative solutions and train firefighters in using PFAS-free equipment. However, as this Act still remains a proposal, Massachusetts is among the first two states, next to Connecticut, to issue a complete ban on these substances in firefighting turnout gear and firefighting foams by 2027. PFAS Health Risks to Firefighters PFAS do not naturally leave the human body and accumulate over time with repeated exposure, leading to significant health risks. As a result, no level of exposure can be considered completely safe. Subsequently, with repeated exposure and accumulation, as is the case for firefighters, PFAS can cause various diseases, including thyroid, prostate and testicular cancer, endocrine disruptions, and cardiovascular issues. In firefighting populations, the incidence of these conditions is reported to exceed that of the general population. This phenomenon can be explained by the high level of PFAS observed in the blood of firefighters, which may be a direct result of daily wearing PFAS-based turnout gear. In this sense, a recent study conducted by the National Institute of Standards and Technology reports that the PFAS content in firefighting gear exceeds 2,000 micrograms of PFAS per kilogram. These levels far surpass the EPA’s safety limit of 4 parts per trillion for drinking water. Given that firefighters wear this equipment daily, their exposure to PFAS is substantially higher than that of the general public or other emergency response perCOMMENTARY | SEE PAGE 20 thanks to the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. Limited copies will be available to borrow at our circulation desk. Drop-In Tech Help: Shute Circulation Desk, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. Do you have questions about how to use your personal laptop, tablet or phone? Bring it to the library and stop by our Drop-In Tech Help to meet with a volunteer for assistance. Resume Writing: Shute Adult Department; book a one-on-one resume assistance appointment at the Shute Library and let a librarian help you craft a resume tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Sign up for a 30-minute session at the Shute Library. By appointment only; please email shuteinfo@noblenet.org or call 617-394-2308. Computer Basics 101: Shute Adult Department. Tech Newbie? No Problem! Learn to power up, click around, type like a pro, explore the digital world and even send your first email. Book your Friday appointment with technology today! By appointment only; please email shuteinfo@noblenet.org or call 617394-2308. ׉ 7cassandra://hv7bf9qpT27-huk9jY4_OeXVWG0DiD5-5P_yL1E0d8Y5`grK׉ExTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 Page 11 Mindset Psychiatric & Wellness Host Grand Opening Bernadette Jeannot, Dr. Rosemonde Paulo and Paula Aimable. Dr. Rosemonde Paulo is shown at the entrance to Mindset Psychiatric & Wellness. A Grand Opening celebration was held Dr. Rosemonde Paulo with friend Soimise Verdieu, PHD, FNP-C of Cambridge Hospital. David Pretti and Millie Cardello. Shown are, Joan Brennan, Soimise Verdieu, Dr. Rosemonde Paulo, Paula Aimable, Renette Noel, and Fanenca Noel along with family members. on December 28, 2024 for Mindset Psychiatric & Wellness located at 26 Ferry St., in Everett. Many well-wishers, family and friends turned out for the event to meet owner, Dr. Rosemonde Paulo. According to Dr. Paulo, “Our mission at Mindset Psychiatric & Wellness is clear: to offer accessible and personalized behavioral healthcare that is holistic, culturally sensitive, and comprehensive to all individuals. We envision a global community where everyone has the opportunity to reach their fullest potential through embracing holistic health and wellness practices. Our passion lies in helping others become the best version of themselves by providing support, assistance, guidance, education, and compassionate care. Giving of ourselves in this manner brings us the greatest joy in life.” For more information, log on to: www.mindsetpsychiatricwellness.com ׉ 7cassandra://MiW4Zui_IPftftYOBpk1qz8wCkDugUYcyiZIAjOAyz47`grKgrK rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://JjVgQefm4KaNaSDRYcGcSAngWNvh5NnGYkYIiPKxNzYr`'p׉ 7cassandra://3H8SkiK9_7H2aU8jmmgcEY6r2pCLsLE-m05yf6YgvHgͩ`׉ 7cassandra://Ek37oGApArcrnkl3HmNh7SANJTyWhIiBvWdNPFgLdgM:2`grKDטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://wdI7kQJHioDag4BIxcIlD6OxLv-ugIe2C0DcDm7xYis`'p׉ 7cassandra://kMcUiXRB1WanKByvDGg5slikA_mM2shOZ_XODokJMeI͠V`׉ 7cassandra://McceJ90UGN9T1kNHoLd2akiLVJqH1JBjQ6ZFeu4Ytqk8`grKE׉EPage 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 Bishop Robert G. Brown was the Host and Emcee of the event. Mayor Carlo DeMaria is shown addressing the attendees at the Connolly Center on Monday. Former Ward 6 Councillor Al Lattanzi and his wife, Dolores Lattanzi, with Evangelist Marcia Brown and Bishop Robert G. Brown. Beautiful voices filled the room. Cory Crowfoot led the Everett High School Chorale in perfect harmony. City Council President Stephanie Martins sent greetings from the Everett City Council. CELEBRATE | FROM PAGE 1 year from Evertt High School with a GPA of 3.9 and has served as President of the Culinary Art’s Program and Vice President of Student Ambassadors. He is an inductee of the National Honor Society, where he serves on multiple committees and boards. Everyone in attendance also had the pleasure of seeing the City of Everett’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Cathy Draine, receive the MLK Service Recognition Award for the positive contributions she and her team have made since joining the City government in 2021. Speakers at the breakfast included Bishop Robert G. Brown, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, State Senator Sal DiDomenEverett Public Schools were well represented. ico, State Representative Judith Garcia, City Council President Stephanie Martins and Keynote speaker Dr. Zebulon Miletsky, an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director for the Department of Africana Studies at Stony Brook University of New York. The Everett High School Chorale, led by Cory Crowfoot, and the Zion Praise team, led by Bishop Regina Shearer with accompaniment by musician Adam Littlejohn, delivered moving renditions of traditional hymns and songs throughout the breakfast, much to the crowd’s delight. Everett High School Chorale Choir. ׉ 7cassandra://Ek37oGApArcrnkl3HmNh7SANJTyWhIiBvWdNPFgLdgM:2`grK׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 Page 13 Shown are City Council members Ward 5 Councillor Robert Van Campen, Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith, Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon, Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro, Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia and City Council President Stephanie Martins (Ward 2). Attendees are shown enjoying a delicious breakfast. Director of DEI for City of Everett Cathy Draine received the MLK Service Award. The group gathers with Scholarship recipient Trevon Carrington. ׉ 7cassandra://McceJ90UGN9T1kNHoLd2akiLVJqH1JBjQ6ZFeu4Ytqk8`grKgrK rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://ThAe20RNg5eDuPCyGcjReDuqJ6uXys57PutOzYluOHw }`'p׉ 7cassandra://2dtMq395lx9yIL2pfLq84ebE3RNa1dKv0oHxZr0ryXwŸ`׉ 7cassandra://vnGr8PDW_8n90KEGZStvhvtmIvpyGXa9WfKbfzn5KpA3`grKKטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://QWa7d7QcJpfOahTkF1OReGQub8lyxJLu20GF4GSqkjYЧ`'p׉ 7cassandra://vee9cl0lJVoYHntYjgIdyRfrF9iooB6EmT7lnYEZuK4ͻ`׉ 7cassandra://SF_6eNZ-nMYdT36EYo6no6uGApLQc67rf7yW76p9h_g2`grKLנgrKS mR9ׁHhttp://cginn.comׁ ׁ ЈנgrKR b9ׁHhttp://www.cuׁ ׁ Ј׉E,Page 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 MBTA Shares Planned Service Outage Scheduled January – June 2025 With 220+ track-related 2024 speed restrictions gone, MBTA continues improvements into 2025 with upgrades to come on the Red and Orange Line signal system, accessibility enhancements, and more. B OSTON – The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) today announced its planned construction schedule for the fi rst half of 2025. Thanks to the great success of the 2024 Track Improvement Program, the MBTA now has more track meeting the state of good repair standards than in previous years, ensuring compliance with all applicable safety and performance requirements. Building on this progress, the MBTA will continue proactive track maintenance to prevent slow zones recurring. In 2025, the focus will shift to upgrading other critical infrastructure, including signal systems, improving accessibility across the network, and more. “As Governor Maura Healey put it during the State of the Commonwealth speech, ‘People need transportation and public transit they can rely on,’ and the infrastructure investments by the MBTA in 2024 and planned in 2025 set the foundation for consistently reliable service,” said Transportation Secretary and CEO Monica Tibbits Nutt. “Infrastructure work is being done strategically to minimize the disruption for MBTA customers and to optimize the time work zones are in place. I am proud of the MBTA workforce and leadership team for getting so much done during planned service outages.” “I’m incredibly proud of and thankful to our entire workforce and our industry partners that delivered unprecedented work in 2024 to improve and deliver more reliable trips across our system, ultimately giving back our riders’ precious time in their days. We couldn’t have done that without the leadership of the Healey-Driscoll Administration and the Legislature, which has continued to reinvest in public transportation. I also must thank the public for their patience and for continuing to ride the T as we perform vital work that allows us to keep the system running safely and reliably as we build for the future,” said MBTA General Manager and CEO Phillip Eng. “In 2025, the T is committed to proactive maintenance and repairs, including completing critical signal upgrades, which will allow us to deliver the level of service our riders expect and need. With a never-ending focus on the public we serve, we will continue to improve how we effi ciently and eff ectively perform work to minimize disruptions and deliver meaningful results, building out a bestin-class system for the Commonwealth.” Key initiatives slated for 2025 include: Signal Modernization The MBTA will focus on the $285 million project to modernize its signal system across the Red and Orange lines with the goal of reducing congestion and delays and providing operational flexibilities. The new upgraded signal system will allow for more frequent service, improved scheduling, and enhanced safety. By upgrading its signals, the MBTA expects to significantly increase operational effi ciency, reducing wait times and improving scheduling reliability for all riders. Annual Programmed Maintenance As part of its long-term sustainability plan, the MBTA will carry out annual programmed maintenance across its system, addressing routine needs and ensuring that all infrastructure remains in peak operating condition. This maintenance will include inspections, adjustments, and repairs to keep the system safe and running smoothly throughout the year. Green Line Train Protection System (GLTPS) The MBTA we begin impleON FACEBOOK ADVOCATE NEWSPAPER FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MA menting an added layer of safety to the Green Line. The GLTPS system will use safety monitoring equipment to transmit data to the train as it moves along the tracks. Using onboard alerts and communications, the system will notify the operator when another vehicle is detected, when the vehicle is speeding, and can automatically stop the train at stop signals. This safety system can also improve travel times by reducing unplanned stops. Bridge Work Along Commuter Rail Lines In collaboration with MassDOT, the MBTA will focus on completing essential bridge work along various Commuter Rail lines. The MBTA will also continue regular bridge, tunnel, and station inspections and routine maintenance throughout the year. Accessibility Enhancements The MBTA is dedicated to ensuring that its services are accessible to all riders, including those with disabilities. Planned improvements in the second half of 2025 will include upgrades to station entrances, platforms, and elevators, as well as enhancements to communication systems to provide real-time updates to riders with hearing or visual impairments. There will be a large focus on improving accessibility on the Green Line. This will include the installation of elevators at Symphony Station to ensure that all passengers, including those with mobility challenges, can access the platform and board trains with ease. The MBTA is also looking forward to enhancing Ruggles Station along the Orange Line, which includes making a fully accessible Columbus Avenue entrance. Anticipated 2025 Service Outage Plans: Most of this work throughout the year will be targeted to weekends and evenings to minimize disruptions to weekday commuters, though there will be some longer outages planned to accommodate more complex projects. The MBTA is fi nalizing alternate service options, such as accessible shuttle buses, amplified service on other modes, and Commuter Rail options. Details will be shared as they are confi rmed and ahead of the outages. Riders should also note that the tentative construction plan and dates are subject to change pending weather and other factors. Notable planned service outages between January – June 2025 include: On the Red Line: • Ashmont to JFK/UMass • April 1 - April 9 • For proactive rail maintenance. On the Orange Line: • North Station to Oak Grove • May 10 – May 18 • To support MassDOT’s Maffa Way/Mystic Avenue Bridge construction project. • North Station to Forest Hills • June 21 – June 29, 2025 • For signal upgrade work. On the Blue Line: • Bowdoin to Airport • June 7 - June 15 For infrastructure work. • On the Commuter Rail: • On the Haverhill and Newburyport/Rockport Line • Oak Grove to North Station / Swampscott to North Station • January 18 – January 19 • February 1 – February 2 • February 15 – February 16 • March 8 – March 9 • March 22 – March 23 • April 5 – April 6 • April 24 – April 27 • To support MassDOT’s Maffa Way/Mystic Avenue Bridge construction project and MBTA signal work. • Additional weekend construction work can be anticipated on the Lowell, Franklin, Worcester, Needham, and Fitchburg Line. Please note that these dates are subject to change. The MBTA will host public open houses online and in-person to provide an overview of major projects. These will also serve as way for the community to ask questions or share comments and feedback. Meeting dates and locations will be posted at mbta. com/events. The MBTA will provide regular updates on work progress and potential service disruptions through various channels, including in-station signage, social media, T-Alerts, and online at mbta.com. Any changes to project or open house schedules will be communicated. Riders can find updates on service changes via signage, announcements, and by subscribing to text and email alerts at mbta.com/alerts. Transit Ambassadors, Fare Engagement Representatives, and staff will be on-site for assistance. ׉ 7cassandra://vnGr8PDW_8n90KEGZStvhvtmIvpyGXa9WfKbfzn5KpA3`grK׉E7THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 Page 15 OBITUARIES James E. Merrill O f Saugus, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 19, 2025, in the Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston after a very brief illness. He was 72 years old. Born in Malden, Jim was raised in Everett and attended the Everett public school system. He continued his education at North Shore Community College, where he received an associate’s degree in management. He worked for over 40 years at Mass Bay Commuter Rail system retiring as a project manager. Jim was a member of the Saugus-Everett Lodge of Elks, #642. He was a former coach in the Saugus Girls Softball and Saugus Girls Basketball youth leagues for many years. In his retirement years, he loved spending time with his grandsons in all of their youth activities. He also loved being out on the ocean and taking his family and friends boating. Jim was the dear son of the late Leslie E. and Dorothy (Ivaney) Merrill: the beloved husband of Mary E. (Conti) for over 49 years: dear and devoted father of Andrea Bell and her husband, Mark of Saugus; dear brother of the late Leslie E. Merrill; proud and cherished Papa of Matthew and Jonathan Bell. Jim is also survived by his sister-in-law Joanne Panzini, his brother-in-law Joseph Conti and their families, and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. He will be truly missed by all. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Jim’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Sunday, January 26, from 2 p.m-5 p.m. and on Monday, at 10 a.m. with a funeral home service to follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be at the Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Contributions in Jim’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 would be sincerely appreciated. Parking with attendants on duty. Justine M. (Carr) Brogan O f Everett, entered into eternal rest on Fr iday, January 17, 2025 in the Cour t y ard Nursing Center in Medford. She was 86 years old. Born in the Charlestown section of Boston, Justine lived in Everett for many years. Justine worked for many years at Mellon Bank. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Grace (Fitzgerald) Carr; beloved mother of Paul Brogan, Jr. and his fiance’, Lynn of CT, Michael Brogan and his wife, Lisa of North Reading, Stephen Brogan and his wife, Dolores of Medford, Dawn Colameta and her husband, Philip of Everett and Scott Brogan of Wilmington; dear sister of Ann Boyd of Malden and the late Joseph Carr and Virginia Donovan; and loving “Grammie” of Paul Brogan, III, Jason Brogan, Michael Brogan, Amanda Brogan, Hannah Brogan, Sean Brogan, Ashley Brogan, Thomas Brogan, Daniel Brogan, Lynsie Goroshko, Haylie Grant, Deanna DiCicco, Kayla Colameta, Timothy Brogan and Jennifer Brogan; and loving great “Grammie” of 10 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Justine’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Tuesday, January 21 from 4-7 p.m. Her funeral will be from the funeral home on Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. followed by her funeral Mass in St. Raphael Church, 512 High Street, West Medford at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Parking with attendants on duty. Robert “Bob” Mitchell O f Lynn, entered into rest on T hursda y , January 16, 2025 at the age of 80. He was the beloved husband of the late Marie L. (Kenyon) Mitchell, with whom he shared 42 years of marriage. Bob grew up in Everett and attended Everett High School. He was the loving and devoted son of the late Gladys (Harrow) Mitchell and Clarence Mitchell. He raised his two girls in the cities of Malden and Everett and then moved to Lynn where he spent the past 28 years. Bob was a machinist for General Electric and retired in 2009 to care for his wife until she passed later that year. He was a faithful servant of the Malden First Church of the Nazarene for more than 20 years. He dedicated his life volunteering with many youth organizations including St. Therese Little Flowers Colorguard of Everett, Sonshine Christian Preschool of Malden, and Children and Teen ministries in his home church. He was passionate about helping others volunteering his time wherever and whenever he could. If there was food involved you could find him working in the kitchen, at the barbeque grill, clearing tables, or setting up and taking down tables. He was always the first volunteer to arrive and the last to leave. He loved music of all genres with Barry Manilow at the top of the list, he loved to sing, reading, crossword puzzles, jig saw puzzles and traveling to Arizona, Las Vegas, and Canada with his wife and friends. He cherished his time with his Grandkids not only as a group but individually. Each grandkid had their favorite pastimes and he enjoyed them all. Bob left behind loving family, cherished friends, and a devoted church family. He was fun loving and always had a hug and a smile for whoever needed one. He left everyone better than he found them and touched lives wherever he went. He entered into eternal rest leaving nothing left unsaid, nothing let unfinished, and no regrets. With a smile on his face and a song in his heart he will forever be in our hearts. He was the devoted father of two beautiful daugters and one son-in-law. Jannine (Mitchell) Hairston and her husband Michael of Melrose, and Sandra (Mitchell) Olivieri of Everett. The cherished Papa and partner in mischief to Kristopher Mitchell and his fiancé Jessica Powers of Salem, Lauren Hairston of Melrose, Patrick Seward of Everett, and Elora Olivieri of Everett. Visitation for Robert will be held Friday, January 24, 2025 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Cuffe and McGinn Funeral Home, 157 Maple Street, Lynn. His funeral service will be held the following morning on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home followed by internment at St. Josephs Cemetery in Lynn. All are welcome to a Celebration of Life luncheon after internment at the Calvary Christian Church in Lynnfield. In Lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made in Robert’s memory to The Everett High School Crimson Tide Marching Band and Music program of Everett MA, or to Broken Leg Productions Theatre Program of Wakefield, MA. For more information or to register in the online guestbook, please visit www.cuffemcginn.com. ׉ 7cassandra://SF_6eNZ-nMYdT36EYo6no6uGApLQc67rf7yW76p9h_g2`grKgrK rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://LXy3zpqCMw6glKHadOPtqfz04i8AVBiIjQMSzRgMYkM`'p׉ 7cassandra://l8QC41qwLIexLXbKhjfXR_gkgSTnQn8IA54lfKEBTm0;`׉ 7cassandra://QBPHWkFPER7y_-CgGEinfkwdOUkRslJDqP0LblATal49D`grKQטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://_ZaK-WLJ9ys8TReY1JU27ySPdykEO-vXWqzF27Ftsdg ϔ`'p׉ 7cassandra://6k6fBPGI9IoXERXnlKxv18QR0V-tx95xW4svGuU35MIͧ`׉ 7cassandra://Q_g5aS1B2cPsfwMNHdH-JRYXcx24YeO9X1NFPo9vp3s-`grKTנgrKX9ׁH*mailto:Jeannie.Vitukevich@ci.everett.ma.usׁ ׁ ЈנgrKWQ9ׁH*http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter.ׁ ׁ ЈנgrKV H9ׁH)http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/Planningׁ ׁ Ј׉EHPage 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 Crimson Tide boys basketball takes down Medford to win third straight game Everett will play host to Lynn Classical Tuesday night, before facing host Malden two nights later By Joe McConnell T he Everett High School boys basketball team (57) won its third game in a row last Thursday night (Jan. 16), beating Greater Boston League (GBL) rival Medford at home, 65-59. “That’s a critical home victory (against Medford), and it’s great to see our team on a three-game winning streak,” said coach Gerard Boyce. “It has been an uphill battle, so I am proud of the team’s resilience.” Geordiell Luna Morales contributed a game-high 21 points to the winning cause. Henrique Pinto also played a significant role in this game, scoring 16 points. “(Pinto) showed great leadership out there on the court,” said Boyce. Cristian Vasquez chipped in with 12 valuable points. Tyson Chhun provided a spark off the bench to tack on six points. Jayden Alsaindor also netted six, and the Tide won by six, so every point was important in this game. “While we started this game strong, exhibiting excellent teamwork, effective ball-sharing and a solid defensive foundation, we can still push our performance further in the games down the road,” said Boyce. “We need more from every player, The 2024 - 2025 Crimson Tide EHS Varsity Boys Basketball Team shown in no particular order; Jevaun Berberena, Henrique Pinto, Tyson Chhun, Adam Aitmessaoud Vaca, Cristian Vasquez, Richardson Lamerique, John Luna, Jamill Nelson, Jayden Sanchez, Jayden Alsaindor, Sean Burnett, Geordiell Luna-Morales, Antonio Iraola, Deyvid Xavier, and Benji Joseph. (Advocate file photo) not just those who score most of the points. Each player must contribute in various ways, whether through defense, communication or hustle in order to maximize our team’s potential. “Although we showed moments of intensity in the second half, we need to maintain our pressure on the basketball court consistently throughout the entire game,” added the second-year Everett coach. “The goal is for us to play a full 32 minutes of Everett basketball that showcases our discipline and energy.” The Tide lost to non-league St. Mary’s of Lynn last Sunday at Boston’s Emmanuel College, 63-54. They have since gone up against Lynn English and Chelsea (Jan. 23) after press deadline. Those two games were road encounters, but the Everett boys will be home Tuesday night (Jan. 28) to take on Lynn Classical, starting at 7 p.m. They will then head to Malden to go up against the Golden Tornadoes two nights later for a 6 p.m. game. While still maintaining a solid work ethic, Tide girls basketball drops two more to Malden, Lynn English Everett is scheduled to take on Chelsea on the road, then Somerville at home next week By Joe McConnell T he Everett High School girls basketball team (1-9) is still trying to find its way at the halfway point of the season. Last Thursday night (Jan. 16) at Malden, the Crimson Tide dropped a 44-28 decision to the Golden Tornadoes. Clarice Alexis was Everett’s star of the game after scoring 12 points, pulling down seven rebounds and coming up with five steals. On Tuesday night (Jan. 21) against visiting Lynn English, the Everett girls ended up losing to the Bulldogs, 51-32. “The girls fought really hard until the final buzzer, and you can’t teach that type of effort,” said coach Riley Dunn. “We continue to build (on the fundamentals) in every game, but right now we just need to put it altogether by playing all four quarters together.” Alexis led the way on offense once again with 15 points. She was also tenacious on defense, according to Dunn. Nicole Damaceno worked hard down low to grab 11 rebounds. She also calmly sank her two free throws against the Bulldogs. Casey Martinez and Julianna Rivera was credited with two steals. Coach Dunn’s squad went back to work against Medford at home last night (Jan. 23) after press deadline. They will now head to Chelsea to face the Red Devils Tuesday night (Jan. 28), starting at 5:30 p.m., before coming home to host Somerville two nights later, beginning at 6:30 p.m. “We’re looking forward to getting better every single day,” said Dunn. And if they can pick up a couple of wins in these three games, it would be a nice place to start the second half of the regular season schedule. ׉ 7cassandra://QBPHWkFPER7y_-CgGEinfkwdOUkRslJDqP0LblATal49D`grK׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 Page 17 Community Spouse Protection of Assets M edicaid (MassHealth in Massachusetts) law provides certain protections for the spouse of a nursing home resident in order to make sure he or she has the minimum support necessary to live in the community. If the MassHealth applicant is married, the countable assets of both the community spouse and institutionalized spouse are totaled as of the date of “institutionalization”, the day on which the ill spouse enters either a hospital or a longterm care facility in which he or she then stays for at least 30 days. This is also commonly referred to as the “snapshot” date because MassHealth is taking a picture of the couple’s assets as of this date. For calendar year 2025, the community spouse may keep up to a maximum of $157,920. Called the “community spouse resource allowance”, this is the most that a state may allow a community spouse to retain without a hearing or a court order. Example: If a couple has $159,920 in countable assets on the date the applicant enters a nursing home, the institutionalized spouse will be eligible for MassHealth. The community spouse may keep $157,920 in his or her own name while the institutionalized spouse may keep up to $2,000 in his or her own name. Therefore, in Massachusetts, the entire $157,920 may be kept and no spend down is necessary. The income of the community spouse will continue undisturbed. He or she will not have to use his or her income to support the nursing home spouse receiving MassHealth benefi ts. What if most of the couple’s income is in the name of the institutionalized spouse, and the community spouse’s income is not suffi cient to live on? In such cases, the community spouse is entitled to some or all of the monthly income of the institutionalized spouse. How much the community spouse is entitled to depends on what MassHealth determines to be the minimum income level for the community spouse. This fi gure, known as the minimum monthly maintenance needs allowance or MMMNA, is calculated for each community spouse according to a complicated formula based on his or her housing costs. From July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, the MMMNA may range from a low of $2,555 to a high of $3,948. If the community spouse’s income falls below his or her MMMNA, the shortfall is GET A FREE SUBSCRIPmade up from the nursing home spouse’s income. In some instances community spouses may seek to retain more of the couple’s countable assets and/or some of the institutionalized spouse’s income by asking for a Fair Hearing with MassHealth. The spousal resource allowance is adjusted on January 1st of each year. It is important to know that for a married couple, there may not be a need to transfer assets directly to the children if the countable assets are at or below the $157,920 fi gure and one spouse is healthy and at home. Planning ahead of time with married couples is very important from an asset protection standpoint. Avoiding an unnecessary spend down is often critical in terms of maintaining some sense of fi nancial stability for the community spouse. It is important to know all of the options available to you under the law. For example, there are numerous key exceptions to certain asset transfers that would otherwise constitute a disqualifying transfer under MassHealth rules. It is important to know whether or not you might fall under one of these exceptions. Obtaining MassHealth eligibility is no easy task. Caseworkers are often overburdened and many times take a long time before they even start to work on reviewing the application and all of the supporting documentation. Invariably, the caseworker will send out a Request For Information once the initial review of the application is completed. Denial notices are issued all of the time. Once a denial notice is issued, you must then fi le an appeal in order to preserve your initial application date and your benefi t start date. It is submitted to the Board of Hearings. Most often, an appeal can be withdrawn upon providing the additional information requested by the caseworker and an agreement by the caseworker to approve the application. Joseph D. Cataldo is an estate planning/elder law attorney, Certifi ed Public Accountant, Certifi ed Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a masters degree in taxation. TION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList— the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and infl uence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https:// MASSterList/subscribe/ THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. LEGAL NOTICE City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 GOV. MAURA HEALEY SIGNS MORE BILLS INTO LAW – Here are some of the many bills that were signed into law by Gov. Healey following the end of the 2024 session: INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DOWN SYNDROME (S 2970) – Gov. Healey signed into law legislation called requiring health insurance companies to provide Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) for Down syndrome patients. The legislation, sponsored by the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC), will require private insurers and MassHealth to cover the cost of in-home ABA therapy for children with a single diagnosis of Down syndrome. BEACON | SEE PAGE 18 LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by Marlene Zizza Property located at: 34 Baldwin Avenue Site Plan Review In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 4 and 19 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review. This proposal contemplates the redevelopment of a 5,040 sq. ft. parcel of land, demolishing an existing two-car garage and constructing a three-story, 6-unit multifamily dwelling with a 1,540 sq. ft. footprint. 34 Baldwin Avenue is a parcel of land located in the Dwelling District and is referenced by Assessor’s Department as D0-03-000168. A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/PlanningBoard and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in person. This project, along with all other projects to be discussed at the meeting, can be found on the posted Agenda at the following link: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Jeannie Vitukevich of the Department of Planning & Development at Jeannie.Vitukevich@ci.everett.ma.us or 617394-2230. Frederick Cafasso Chairman January 17, 24, 2025 ׉ 7cassandra://Q_g5aS1B2cPsfwMNHdH-JRYXcx24YeO9X1NFPo9vp3s-`grKgrK rבCטUru׉׉ 7cassandra://u7Whskb4ajaStu5Vbv0wCtpyrhmXdz_t95X8ocOQXmUT`'p׉ 7cassandra://VYQwDK9w9QArO3P3UzwFhT0OXoEoNPPhBxwKB-cnz-kͼ`׉ 7cassandra://ZnnH7juXcGyAdJ-9Tof-FA4byvMm9-wAEwb8ZSmwnes0`grKYטUUru׉׉ 7cassandra://vpnLr8uJnXQKyvmVmCohp7lSQxRiZB-lxNQc64jxBXQc`'p׉ 7cassandra://QfkkTUKF6p-ZqKltNZx1d7QH2pcVy9TxGldp1lx992oͧ `׉ 7cassandra://XF_wUkb3lbRZfqQwHXF9cEejLU6XJGcySgZvMCLSTYA*`grKZ׉E!]Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 “My first sister was born with Down syndrome,” said Rep. Jack Lewis (Framingham), a sponsor of the proposal. “And while she passed away before I was born, the question of how our family and society could have best ensured she had a lifetime of opportunities was regularly discussed in our house, especially around what would have been milestone events for her, like starting school and her first job.” Lewis continued, “My first volunteer job was at a local summer camp for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, initially because it was a place my sister may have enjoyed. This led to my first job as a habitation assistant in a group home for adults who had formed a community together. Filing this bill … answered the same question my mom regularly asked, how could we have ensured that my sister had all the opportunities she needed and deserved to thrive?” “Unfortunately, until now [ABA] has remained only available to people with Down syndrome who either happen to have a dual diagnosis of autism or who have family that can afford to pay privately,” said Maureen Gallagher, MDSC Executive Director. “Ultimately, for those families in our community who need but have not received at-home ABA therapy, insurance coverage will now have the potential to change their and their children’s lives in real, meaningful and lifelong ways.” ALLOW CAMERAS ON SCHOOL BUSES (H 4940) – Gov. Healey signed into law legislation that will allow cities and towns to use cameras, installed on school buses, to identify and record vehicles that illegally pass stopped school buses. The measure does not change the current fines for these violations. The fines would remain at $250 for ~ Legal Notice ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT Docket No. 25 SM 000099 ORDER OF NOTICE TO: Marie E. Andre a/k/a Marie Andre a/k/a Mary Andre and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. c. 50 §3901 (et seq): U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Trustee, as successor -in -interest to U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee, on behalf of the holders of the J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-RM1 Asset Backed Pass -Through Certificates, Series 2006-RM1 claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in Everett, numbered 62 Clinton Street, given by Marie E. Andre a/k/a Marie Andre to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Resmae Mortgage Corporation its successors and assigns, dated May 15, 2006, and registered at Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry District of the Land Court as Document No. 1410592 and noted on Certificate of Title No. 236764, and now held by the Plaintiff by assignment, has/have filed with this court a complaint for determination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ Servicemembers status. If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of the above-mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before 03/03/2025 or you may lose the opportunity to challenge the foreclosure on the ground of noncompliance with the Act. Witness, GORDON H. PIPER Chief Justice of this Court on 1/15/2025 Attest: Deborah J. Patterson, Recorder January 24, 2025 a first offense, $500 for a second offense, and $1,000 for a third and subsequent offense. The bill also prohibits these violations caught on camera from being considered “moving violations” that would raise a diver’s insurance premiums. “As a dedicated advocate for schoolchildren and improved traffic safety, I was honored to have [the bill] which I sponsored, signed into law,” said Rep. Paul Donato (D-Medford) who sponsored an earlier version of the measure. “This bill gives school districts the opportunity to add cameras to school buses that will allow municipalities to ticket drivers for dangerous maneuvers. Children around the commonwealth will be further protected by this law while they are riding the bus.” “With the signing of this bill, we are taking a big step toward safer streets and more local control for communities across the commonwealth,” said Sen. Michael Moore (D-Millbury), also a sponsor of an earlier version of the bill. “Passing a stopped school bus endangers our children and is against the law. In cities and towns that choose to use them, school bus mounted traffic safety cameras will help apply the law to those who violate it evenly and without bias. I’m thrilled that Massachusetts has joined over half of U.S. states in legalizing this type of automated traffic enforcement. I look forward to continuing our work to make our roads safer for all in the new legislative term.” CAMERAS ON PUBLIC TRANSIT BUSES (H 4057) – Gov. Healey signed into law a measure that would allow public transit agencies to use bus-mounted cameras to record and issue fines against illegal parking in bus lanes and bus stops. The bill sets a minimum fine of $25 and a maximum of $125 for bus lane violations, and a flat $100 fine for bus stop violations. It also prohibits bus lane and bus stop violations caught on camera from being considered “moving violations” that would raise a diver’s insurance premiums. “This is something the MBTA has been looking to do for a long time,” said Christian MilNeil, the editor of StreetsblogMASS. “The MTA has been using cameras to enforce bus lanes in New York City since 2019, and the vast majority of drivers who receive a camera-based bus lane violation don’t make the same mistake twice. So the value in these systems isn’t in issuing more fines – it’s in keeping bus stops clear so riders can access buses safely and keeping bus lanes clear so that bus operators can spend more time moving passengers instead of waiting stuck in traffic.” FEBRUARY 4TH IS NOW ROSA PARKS DAY (H 3075) – Gov. Healey signed into law a bill establishing February 4th as Rosa Parks in recognition of the historic civil rights leader. “Rosa Parks’ bravery on that Montgomery bus was not just a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement—it was a lesson in courage, dignity and the power of standing up for what is right,” said co-sponsor Rep. Kip Diggs (D-Barnstable). “February 4th is the birthday of Rosa Parks, so it will be a great reminder to all those within the commonwealth to reflect on the role she played in raising international awareness of the struggles for civil rights,” said co-sponsor Rep. Mike Kushmerek (D-Fitchburg). BOSTON CAN RAISE FINES (H 4507) – Gov. Healey signed into law legislation that would allow the city of Boston to raise from the current $300 to up to $2,000, the fines imposed on property owners, landlords and businesses that violate the city’s sanitary code. The bill also allows Boston to adjust the maximum fine for inflation every five years. Supporters said that the city’s fine limit has not been raised since 1989. They said that raising fines will help crack down on repeat offenders who are not deterred by the small current $300 fee. Rep. Kevin Honan (D-Boston), the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill to comment on the bill being passed and signed into law. ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL MARIJUANA SALES CLIMB TO AN ALLTIME HIGH – Marijuana establishments in Massachusetts generated more than $1.64 billion in gross sales in 2024, setting a new annual record for the state. “The cannabis industry in Massachusetts continued to mature in 2024 as the commission approved the 700th— and counting—notice to commence operations,” Acting Chair Bruce Stebbins said. “The clear growth of the industry is the result of ongoing collaboration between commissioners and agency staff, business owners, host communities, an engaged consumer base and the medical community. We’re looking ahead to continued growth in 2025 and beyond as we seek to expand the industry with new social consumption licenses.” PROTECT DRINKING WATER SUPPLY (SD 847) – Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough) and Rep. Natalie Blais (D-Sunderland) filed legislation that would enable the Bay State to develop minimum statewide BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://ZnnH7juXcGyAdJ-9Tof-FA4byvMm9-wAEwb8ZSmwnes0`grK׉EYTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JAnuARy 24, 2025 Page 19 BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 water quality standards for private wells and expand a financial assistance program to remediate wells affected by PFAS (“forever chemicals”) and other harmful contaminants in drinking water supplies. Supporters say that more than 500,000 Massachusetts residents, located heavily in rural areas but also in all 351 cities and towns, rely on private wells for their drinking water. They note that many people are consuming water that may be unsafe because the source is not regularly tested and treated like public water supplies and could have harmful contaminants such as PFAS, arsenic, radon, uranium and more. “As the Legislature continues to address PFAS contamination in communities across the state this session, it’s crucial that the hundreds of thousands of households relying on private well water have access to clean and safe drinking water,” said Sen. Eldridge. “That’s why I’m proud to once again file legislation to empower the DEP to regulate private wells and establish a program to help homeowners test their wells for dangerous contaminants. MASSACHUSETTS GUN LAWS RANKING – Everytown for Gun Safety’s 2025 State Gun Law Rankings were released last week, and they report that Massachusetts has the second strongest gun laws in the nation, just behind California. According to the report, the rankings show a clear connection between stronger gun safety laws and lower rates of gun deaths. The report suggests that if every state in the country had the gun death rates of the nine states with the strongest gun safety laws, 299,000 lives could be saved in the next decade. “Gun laws save lives and states that enact common-sense, bipartisan policies are clearly standing on the side of public safety,” said Nick Suplina, Senior Vice President for Law and Policy at Everytown for Gun Safety. “As 2025 gets underway, we’re doubling down in the states, defending the gains we’ve made and charting new paths ahead. We can turn the tide on our nation’s gun violence crisis, but only if all leaders step up to meet the moment.” “Our lawmakers took lifesaving action last year to enact a major piece of gun safety legislation – and our communities have already benefited from this challenging work,” said Rachel Everley, a volunteer with the Massachusetts chapter of Moms Demand Action. “Today’s announcement is just further evidence of the value of our combined efforts. Now Massachusetts has the second strongest gun safety laws in the country, and we will continue forging ahead because we have seen what can be accomplished when we do.” NEW PHOTO DISPLAY AT THE STATE HOUSE – Gov. Healey unveiled a new photography display featuring archival film images of the Statehouse from the 1920s to 1940s, alongside equivalent modern-day film photographs. “The Massachusetts Statehouse has a storied, revolutionary history – from Sam Adams and Paul Revere laying the first cornerstone in 1795, to President John F. Kennedy’s 1961 address ahead of his inauguration, to Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1965 address at the height of the Civil Rights Movement,” said Gov. Healey. “I’m thrilled to unveil this photography project, led by some of our most talented young people, which reminds us all of our obligation to honor the legacy of this incredible building while also striving to continue to deliver history-making progress for our residents.” QUOTABLE QUOTES – State of the Commonwealth Edition Gov. Healey delivered her annual State of the Commonwealth address to a joint session of the House and Senate. Here are some excerpts from the speech: “Two hundred and fifty years ago this April, on a common in Lexington and a bridge in Concord, the farmers, tradesmen and shopkeepers of the Massachusetts Militia took a stand. They risked everything for the right to self-government and they started the Revolution that gave us our country. This is our legacy, Massachusetts, and it’s more than history. It’s who we are.” BEACON | SEE PAGE 20 ~ Legal Notice ~ Premises: NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE 58 Newton Street, Everett, MA 02149 By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Asline Thompson to Santander Bank, N.A., and now held by Santander Bank, N.A., said mortgage dated August 22, 2014 and filed in the Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry District of the Land Court as Document No.: 1680417 and noted on Certificate of Title No.: 243325,for breach of the conditions in said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction on February 18, 2025 at 02:00 PM Local Time upon the premises, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, to wit: THE LAND IN SAID EVERETT, MIDDLESEX COUNTY, MASSACHUSETTS, WITH THE BUILDINGS THEREON, ON NEWTON STREET BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: SOUTHEASTERLY: BY SAID NEWTON STREET, THIRTY AND 94/100 (30.94) FEET; SOUTHWESTERLY: BY LAND NOW OR FORMERLY OF ALPHONSUS LONG SEVENTY-FIVE (75) FEET; NORTHWESTERLY: BY LANDS OF SUNDRY ADJOINING OWNERS AS SHOWN ON THE PLANS HEREINAFTER MENTIONED, SIXTY-ONE AND 51/100 (61.51) FEET; AND EASTERLY: BY LAND NOW OR FORMERLY OF THOMAS MCCARVILLE ET AL., SEVENTY-EIGHT AND 33/100 (78.33) FEET; ALL OF SAID BOUNDARIES ARE DETERMINED BY THE COURT TO BE LOCATED AS SHOWN ON A PLAN DRAWN BY S.A. KAUFMAN, CIVIL ENGINEER, OF PLAN, #14108A2, FILED WITH CERTIFICATE 35999, BOOK 239, PAGE 45 DATED NOVEMBER 1, 1930, AS MODIFIED AND APPROVED BY THE COURT, FILED IN THE LAND REGISTRATION OFFICE, A COPY OF WHICH WAS FILED WITH THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE OF TITLE ISSUED ON THIS DECRESS. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO ASLINE THOMPSON, AS AN INDIVIDUAL BY DEED FROM LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I LLC, ASSET BACKED-CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-HE1 RECORDED 12/23/2008 IN DEED DOCUMENT NO. 2008-01488880, IN THE REGISTRY OF DEEDS PLAN FOR MIDDLESEX COUNTY, MASSACHUSETTS. CERTIFICATE NO. 243325 PARCEL ID# A0-05-000185 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 58 NEWTON ST, EVERETT, MA 02149 USPS ADDRESS: 58 NEWTON ST, EVERETT, MA 02149-1744 The description of the property contained in the mortgage shall control in the event of a typographical error in this publication. TERMS OF SALE: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described. Said mortgage is subject to a certain mortgage given by Asline Thompson to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Mortgagee, as nominee for Stearns Lending, Inc., dated 10/17/2012 and registered in the Middlesex County (Southern District) Registry District of the Land Court as Document No.: 1618576 and noted on Certificate of Title No.: 243325. FIVE THOUSAND ($5,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid in cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid in cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within thirty (30) days after the date of sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale. Brock & Scott, PLLC 23 Messenger Street 2nd Floor Plainville, MA 02762 Attorney for Santander Bank, N.A. 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