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(Photo courtesy of the City of Everett) Special to Th e Advocate T he City of Everett Water Department recently received the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ 2024 Public Water System Compliance Award. The award, which is given by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), recognizes the City of Everett’s compliance with drinking water regulations in 2023 and the previous fi ve years. To meet the requirements to receive the award, the City of Everett demonstrated excellent water service to the public, no violations or compliance issues, and eff orts that support overall public water supply service. “Maintaining a public drinking supply is a critical city function,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “I think our residents can take comfort in knowing that our Water Department has received this recognition of our work to conAWARD | SEE PAGE 9 SINCE 1921 Messinger Insurance Agency 475 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Phone: 617-387-2700 Fax: 617-387-7753 NEW COMPETITIVE AUTO RATES AND BENEFITS AVAILABLE  ACCIDENT FORGIVENESS  DISAPPEARING COLLISION DEDUCTIBLE  11% DISCOUNT WITH SUPPORTING POLICY  10% COMBINED PAY IN FULL DISCOUNT AND GREEN DISCOUNT  10% GOOD STUDENT DISCOUNT Celebrating 100 years of excellence! Monday thru Friday: 8am to 6pm Saturdays 9am to 1pm! Check out our NEW website! www.messingerinsurance.com Everett 1975 Scholarship winners Adoni Santos and Neeysa Denning were presented with their awards on Monday night. (Advocate photo) By Neil Zolot he City Council approved a Fiscal 2025 budget of $281,761,273 at their meeting on Monday, June 24. “We reduced it by $500,000,” Council President Robert Van Campen noted in reference to deliberations that reduced the number from its original total of $281,892,702. The Fiscal 2024 budget is $265.2 million. Nevertheless, he cautioned about reliance on Free Cash to fund the budget, likening it to using a tax return to pay a mortgage. “We need to start weaning ourselves off Free Cash,” he said. “Eventually, your tax refund won’t support the mortgage payment. At some point the numbers will be too low.” Councillor At-Large Guerline T Alcy Jabouin was the lone vote against. The Council also approved a Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund budget of $22,492,927, up from $21,610,128 in Fiscal 2024. Within that, Mass. Water Resources Authority (MWRA) assessments are rising from $16,414,339 to $17,333,203 and the salary of Superintendent Ernie Lariviere from $118,459 to $122,012. Debt Interest is down, however, from $78,585 to $63,713. The Council also unanimously approved the Water and Sewer Enterprise Capital Improvement Plan of $7,229,800 and General Capital Improvement Plan Fund of $55,033,741, 8-2, with Councillor At-Large Stephanie Smith and Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia dissenting. “The CIP is incomplete,” BUDGET | SEE PAGE 6 ׉ 7cassandra://hIdEsDibtM6_rtkiJEtYHh6gDNBUawDlW8keWNVf_Gg-`̰f}me{ׁf}me{ց PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://EdJnMskx0Zt9WFH34_bQqyDhmUVj9eK5k5HWOptk_4Q`)׉ 7cassandra://ZWRlmB63NQqXJk-uULRNPABCT7YvD0V0mY_aG1T_QR8͚v`J׉ 7cassandra://Kd8XIbPyBKCQRkDfTE-rBmu2sDhwggaBG7j7NOmSkV4*`̰f}me| ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://zNkCElp8RyRSDX2pEllW2F3YOdInUOZ-3thHeeVPv5cܩ`)׉ 7cassandra://-Cwp2q4GmC_lD09-nShH4nrOgCVDbORRoWcUdc0sdfQ͚`J׉ 7cassandra://L6Xg-7ricimpd3koS1Z11m8AfHb0HaO4-2ttAWTtG8A05`̰f}me| נf}me|/9ׁHhttp://www.advocatenews.netׁ ׁ Јנf}me|V9ׁHhttp://WWW.SABATINO-INS.COMׁ ׁ Јנf}me|B"9ׁHhttp://www.810bargrille.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E!Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 City Offi ces closed Thursday, July 4 as Everett observes Independence Day Trash and recycling will not be picked up on Thursday and will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week C ity offices will be closed to the public on Thursday, July 4, as Everett observes the Independence Day holiday. City offices will reopen on Monday, July 8, with regular hours for residents (8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.). Observed on July 4 each year, Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. America declared its independence from Great Britain to officially become an independent nation. Due to Thursday’s observance, trash and recycling will not be picked up on Thursday, July 4, and will be delayed for the rest of the week. If your regularly scheduled collection day is Thursday or Friday, please neatly place your trash and recycling bins curbside on the day after your regularly scheduled pickup for this week only. Please note that trash and recycling pickup prior to Thursday will not be affected. If you have any questions, please call the Constituent Services Department at 311 or 617-394-2270. Suffolk Downs announces free summer activities for kids at The Track Local families are invited to participate in the ‘Tracktivities’ every Thursday in July and August ooking for a fun (and free!) activity for kids this summer? For the second year in L a row, The HYM Investment Group LLC (HYM) is excited to announce their partnership 50 with Linda Sessa and Outside the Box Learning Company to deliver an exciting lineup of free family programming throughout the summer at The Track at Suffolk Downs. Tracktivities will include days dedicated to “The Science of Bubbles,” “Messy Science,” “Creation Station” and “Slime, Wonderful Slime!”Families are invited to the Paddock at Suff olk Downs from 9:30-11:00 a.m. every Thursday throughout July and August for hands-on science experiments, games, challenges and more. Over the past several years, Need a hall for your special event? 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Member FDIC | Member DIF HYM has hosted numerous community-centered events at The Track, as part of its commitment to creatively activating the site throughout the multiphase build-out of Suffolk Downs. Since 2021, HYM has also opened The Track to the public from dawn to dusk daily for residents and visitors to walk, run and play. The Dog Park at Suff olk Downs, which is located adjacent to The Track, is also available for residents, visitors and their four-legged friends to enjoy. “We’re excited to bring the Tracktivities back to Suffolk Downs as we continue to actively engage with the local Revere and East Boston communities,” said HYM Managing Partner/CEO Thomas N. O’Brien. “Welcoming families onsite is essential to actualizing our vision of creating an inviting, dynamic, and multigenerational community at Suff olk Downs.” Each event will happen twice throughout the summer, with the first kicking off on July 11. These events are free to attend but registration is required, and can be accessed at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ summer-tracktivities-tickets-927394109747?aff=erelexpmlt. Staffi ng and supplies are limited to 25 children per event. Events are appropriate for children ages three and up and children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event. Events are weather dependent, and registrants will be emailed if events are canceled. The schedule is as follows: The Science of Bubbles: July 11 and August 8: Let’s explore bubbles together! What’s the best bubble solution and how do we make it? How can we make giant bubbles? What elements are needed for the most amazing bubbles? Come explore, experiment and fi nd out the science behind bubbles. Slime, Wonderful Slime! July 18 and August 15: What is ooey & gooey, easy to make and can be any color of the rainbow? Slime, wonderful slime! Let’s use everyday household ingredients and have fun making slime. Messy Science: July 25 and August 22: Yeast, hydrogen peroxide, vinegar, baking soda, cornstarch and water; what do these have in common? They are all usually found in your home and when combined they create crazy reactions! Let’s have fun combining diff erent combinations of ingredients while we uncover some mysteries of science. Creation Station: August 1 and August 29: Do you love making art, building sculptures or just seeing what you can create with a little glue, feathers, sticks and paint? Join us for a fun morning at our Creation Station family event! We’ll provide all the materials – you just bring your imagination! ‘TRACKTIVITIES’ | SEE PAGE 9 ׉ 7cassandra://Kd8XIbPyBKCQRkDfTE-rBmu2sDhwggaBG7j7NOmSkV4*`̰f}me{׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 Page 3 Lattanzi shows support for Sikh Sangat 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: Former City Councillor Al Lattanzi joins members of the Everett Sikh Sangat Society of Boston in Everett Square at their recent community outreach event. (Courtesy photo) Sen. DiDomenico invited to speak at Special Education Conference S tate Senator Sal DiDomenico and his Chief of Staff , Christie Getto Young, recently spoke at the 2024 Statewide Special Education Conference at Holy Cross College in Worcester. The conference was hosted by Massachusetts Administrators for Special Education (ASE), which represents all administrators of special education throughout the Commonwealth. Senator DiDomenico spoke to hundreds of educators about how they can best advocate for more special education support at the State House. 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CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Chris 2024 of the Veterans Equality Review Board and codify medical and dental benefi ts. “I am proud to support this significant investment into benefits and services that will improve lives for Veterans in my district and our state who have sacrifi ced so much for our country,” said Senator DiDomenico. “The HERO Act demonstrates our support for Veterans from all backgrounds by expanding our health care benefi ts and support services for service members and their families as well as encouraging businesses to hire veterans across the state. I am grateful for Senate President Spilka and Senator John Velis for bringing this essential package to the fl oor and moving it swiftly through the legislative process.” H.4671 builds on the historic legislative package fi led by the Healey-Driscoll Administration by including additional provisions which would: · Require a public school district to provide support services to a military-connected student when a parent or guardian is called to active duty · Create a military spouse liaison to help military spouses with obtaining employment and child care, and deal with other issues facing military spouses · Allow Gold Star Family spouses to remarry without the penalty of losing their annuity benefi t Some highlights of H.4671: Benefi t expansion · Behavioral health treatment: allows veterans to be reimbursed for visits to outpatient behavioral health providers. · Disabled veteran annuity: increases the annual annuity for veterans with a 100% service-connected disability, surviving spouses or Gold Star Parents from $2,000 to $2,500. · Vet-hire tax credit: increases to $2,500 a tax credit for small businesses hiring chronically unemployed or low-income veterans. Eligible veterans include those receiving SNAP benefits, chronically unemployed veterans and unemployed service-connected disabled veterans. · Active-duty buyback program: lengthens the time frame for veterans in public service to participate in the active-duty service buyback program and allows retroactive participation for veterans who missed the buyback opportunity. This program will enable veterans to purchase up to four years of active-duty service time toward their state retirement. · “COLA Cliff” prevention: ensures that a cost-of-living adjustment in Social Security benefi ts will not aff ect veterans’ eligibility for Chapter 115 benefi ts in the middle of the state fi scal year. · Veterans property tax exemptions: creates two separate local options. The fi rst allows municipalities to double the veteran property tax exemption without doubling all other exemption clauses. The second ties the annual property tax abatement amount to infl ation, allowing exempted property tax amounts to increase with infl ation. · Specialty license plates for veterans: waives specialty license plate fees on specialty veteran license plates and creates a new woman veteran license plate decal. · Municipalities allowed to increase the property tax exemption of a veteran in exchange for volunteer services. Commitment to inclusivity and greater representation · Aligns the Commonwealth’s Chapter 115 program defi nition of a veteran with the United States Department of Veteran Aff airs definition. This change allows more veterans to be eligible for annuity, Chapter 115 benefi ts, access to the Massachusetts Veterans Homes and other state-provided benefi ts. This only applies to Massachusetts Executive Offi ce of Veterans’ Services (EOVS) programs and does not aff ect any other agency or entity. · Expands the scope of the Veterans Equality Review Board beyond “Don’t DIDOMENICO | SEE PAGE 5 ׉ 7cassandra://No9vYpIbbn05tzCSHC6nm6-1MOZZYnBmVAh9AMdZDLU1`̰f}me{׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 Page 5 Summer Eats Feeds Kids and Teens During the Summer Months Summer Eats Awareness Week is June 24-28 B OSTON – Summer Eats – the Massachusetts Summer Food Service Program – is kicking off across the Commonwealth, providing free meals to all kids and teens, ages 18 and under. In July 2023, over 2.1 million meals were served across over 1,400 sites statewide through the Summer Eats program. Throughout the school year, children in Massachusetts rely on free school meals to meet most of their daily nutrition needs. Summer Eats closes the gap when the school year ends, helping to ensure children and teens continue to DIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 4 Ask, Don’t Tell” discharges to include discharges related to military sexual trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, mental health conditions or HIV discharges · Expands the Chapter 115 defi nition of “dependent” to support more dependents based on the Family Court defi nition. · Updates dependent residency requirements to align with current practices Modernization of veterans services · Ensures that veterans receive essential dental care by codifying dental benefi ts for Chapter 115 recipients · Provides consistent care to veterans by codifying medical assistance benefi ts · Ensures proper management and care of veterans’ grow, learn and thrive over school vacation. Participating meal providers operate and staff meal sites, often in conjunction with activities and educational programming at schools, libraries, local park and recreation areas, and more. This year, summer meal sites are operating a communal model of feeding kids onsite. Grab & Go meals are available in select rural communities. All are welcome. No registration or ID is required. Summer Eats can be accessed in conjunction with Summer EBT, additional funding for groceries while cemeteries by codifying the authority for EOVS to continue administering and maintaining the state’s two Memorial Veterans Cemeteries · Revises Chapters 115 and 115A to ensure gender-neutral and inclusive language while removing antiquated references · Allows municipalities to deliver Chapter 115 benefi ts by direct deposit · Establishes a working group to study the potential benefi ts of alternative therapies, such as psilocybin, in treating veterans suffering from mental health disorders. 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Throughout the school year, the nonprofit and DESE also partner to expand access to and participation in school meal programs. This year, Project Bread has granted a total of $226,000 to 51 Summer Eats sponsors for their program outreach and capacity-building. During Summer Eats Awareness Week, Project Bread is encouraging community members to help spread the news about this free program statewide. “Last week a mom of two called Project Bread worried about how she’d feed her kids when school lets out,” says Erin McAleer, Project Bread CEO. “She’s not alone. In the summer, many families are forced to stretch exhausted grocery budgets even further. Summer Eats is such an important program because it helps close that gap. Summer Eats meal providers bring the community together and take some of the pressure off of families’ budgets. These local providers go above and beyond to make healthy meals accessible for all kids and teens. 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He also covered eff ective strategies for supporting specifi c bills or programs with legislators and why educators are uniquely positioned to be strong advocates. “My wife is a special education teacher and having met with many children benefi ting from special education in my district, I know how crucial these educators are for our students,” said Senator DiDomenico, who is Assistant Majority Leader of the Massachusetts Senate. “It was an honor and a privilege to speak with special educators about how they can support legislative Sal DiDomenico State Senator eff orts to increase funding for special education programs. I want to thank all of the teachers and organizers for inviting me and planning this fantastic event.” Everett students on Emmanuel College’s Dean’s List I n recognition of their outstanding academic achievement, Emmanuel College has named the following Everett students to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 semester: Luca Jean Noel and IsaBUDGET | FROM PAGE 1 Smith said after the meeting. “Many upcoming projects, inMid-grade Regular $3.87 3.25 73 59 Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $2.95 Order online at angelosoil.com cluding a new High School and Junior High, were not included and there are no details behind the line items as to why we need to complete the projects or which ones are a priority. We need to start holding the administration accountable for submitting a realistic 5-year plan for capital improvements with projects prioritized so we can forecast any borrowing and update our infrastructure accurately.” Van Campen described the CIPs as “a blueprint, not an appropriation. We have to adopt a plan, but individual appropriations will come before the City Council separately.” $565,832 was also approved for the ECTV Enterprise Fund. The Council also accepted a grant of $128,081.25 from the Mass. Hire Metro North Workforce Board for use by the Youth Development and Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S 605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus (781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com bella Saunders. To earn a spot on the Dean’s List, Emmanuel students must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for a 16-credit semester. Emmanuel College – a Catholic, coeducational, residenEnrichment Department to provide young residents with workforce skills. They also accepted a grant of $2,148.57 from the state Department of Environmental Protection Recycling Dividends Program of the Sustainable Materials Recovery Program. They also accepted $150 in donations from city employees to for the Fire Victims Fund A request to appropriate $3 million through borrowing for improvements to Everett Square was postponed to July 22 at the request of Transportation Planner Jay Monty. As is customary, the Council voted to cancel meetings July 8, August 12 and August 16. Ward 6 Councillor Peter Pietrantonio voted against the measure. Smith commented city councillors are not on vacation and are available to residents in the summer. A proposal for the City to honor the “distinguished and tial, liberal arts and sciences college in Boston – has been educating critical thinkers, ethical decision makers and community leaders since 1919. For more info, visit www. emmanuel.edu. exemplary” service of Mary Aleo in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps in World War II was referred to the Director of Veterans Services. “We have to fi gure out a way to honor female veterans,” Van Campen feels. On a humorous note, a request by Pietrantonio for the DPW Director to provide an update on a port-a-potty ordered for the Northern Trail on Wellington Avenue was rendered moot, when Pietrantonio reported it was found. “Mystery solved,” Van Campen reacted. At the beginning of the meeting, recipients of six Everett ‘75 student scholarships were announced, of whom Neeysa Denning and Adoni Santos were present. Each student received $600 from taxpayers who designated a donation be made to the fund on their tax bills. Money has been collected since 1975, but this is the fi rst year of it being distributed. 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How the scam works: SomeI one contacts you through email, phone, social media or even in person pretending to be a solar company salesperson. The “representative” has a special offer: They can install solar panels on your home for a very low cost – or even free. This amazing deal is only available for a limited time, so you must act now! From here, the scam can take several turns. In some versions, the scammer is after your personal information. They ask you to fill out forms with your banking details “to see if you qualify.” Other times, the “solar representative” claims you need to pay upfront costs, which they promise will be reimbursed by a (nonexistent) government program. In other instances, the scammer might begin the installation of the solar panels on your home but then never return to finish the job; or they might install the panels but do a poor job, resulting in panels that don’t work. If you reach out to the scammer to finish the job or fix the panels, they will become unreachable and disappear with your money. BBB Scam Tracker has seen numerous reports of this kind of scam. One homeowner was approached by a doorto-door salesperson “claiming he could get me a new roof plus solar equipment, with a government rebate for 26% off cost, essentially paying for the new roof.” After doing their research, the homeowner found that while a government rebate program existed, the salesperson misrepresented it to make a sale. In another case, a homeowner shared, “[Company name redacted] is a solar company promising one free year and other incentives upon signing but they never followed through on anything in their contract. After the instillation of solar, they stopped answering their phones and went silent on customers. We financed a 70k solar project for our house and are still waiting on them to finish instillation a year later. 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T he Everett Public Libraries invite the community to dive into thrilling stories, explore new worlds and find their next adventure in a book during this year’s summer reading challenge. Themed “Adventure Begins at Your Library,” the third-annual challenge officially began on June 22 with a kickoff event at the Parlin Memorial Library. This year, the libraries challenge readers of all ages to read 900 minutes over the summer. From now until August 17, participants can track their reading progress, earn prizes and participate in other fun activities around the library. Participants will receive a free book from the library by signing up for the challenge, so we invite you to stop by the Parlin Memorial Library or Shute Memorial Library to sign up and get your book. Registration may also be done online using the Beanstack app or at everett.beanstack.com. Upon completing the challenge, participants will be entered into a drawing to receive a grand prize generously fundA reader enjoyed the camping reading corner. Participants showed their creative sides with chalk. ed by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries. In keeping with the adventurous theme, readers also have the opportunity to pick up a Summer Reading Passport and complete activities around the libraries in order to earn stamps and additional prizes. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net Staff members welcomed participants to the June 22 Kickoff Party. Library patrons participated in the Kickoff Party scavenger hunt. ׉ 7cassandra://06lOVDzHEfi-avyiBrLMps2_4cMcAM_8tvmJo-KvaVs-`̰f}me{׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 Page 9 ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ July 1–6, 2024 Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, July 2, 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 Fireplace Room, Wednesday, July 3, at 3 p.m. Piece together fun and friendship at the Parlin puzzle table! We’ll have puzzles of all shapes and sizes to work on together. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Resume Writing: Parlin Adult Department; book a one-on-one resume assistance appointment at the Parlin Library and let a librarian help you craft a resume tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Sign up for a 30-minute session; Tuesdays at the Parlin by appointment only. Computer Basics 101: Parlin 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. Sign up for a 30-minute session; Tuesdays at the Parlin by appointment only. 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For more info, access www.hyminvestments.com dren’s Room, Monday, July 1, from 3-5 p.m. Come to the Children’s Room 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. Youth Crochet Club: Parlin Meeting Room, Tuesday, July 2, at 3 p.m. Are you looking to try a new hobby this summer? Have you thought to yourself, what does it mean to crochet, anyway? If you said yes, then Youth Crochet Club is the place for you! Join us as we learn basic stitches and craft cool creations. Hooks and yarn have been generously provided by the Friends of the Everett Public Libraries, so just bring yourself and a friend! This club is recommended for kids 10 and up, and registration is required. Sign up online today! Storytime and Sing-along with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, July 3, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Firework Chalk Art: Parlin Courtyard, Wednesday, July 3, at 12 p.m. Happy Birthday, America! Join us in the courtyard on Wednesday, July 3, at noon. Wear your red, white and blue! Lite up the courtyard with patriotic sidewalk chalk art. All ages welcome. AWARD | FROM PAGE 1 tinuously strive to provide the highest quality of service to our community.” “Clean and sufficient drinking water doesn’t happen by accident. It’s because of the hard work of people like those being recognized with this award,” said MassDEP Commissioner Bonnie Heiple. “I’m honored to publicly commend the Everett Water Department for their exceptional service and distinguished work protecting the health of their community.” Through ongoing initiatives, such as weekly bacteria sampling, frequent valve exercising, yearly lead and copper sampling and semi-annual hydrant flushing, the Water Department is able to continuously maintain Everett’s drinking water and the proper function of the water system. Additionally, the Department runs the Cross Connection Control Program to prevent hazards from entering the drinking water supply. For 38 years, MassDEP has recognized and awarded exemplaDrama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, July 3, 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. Closed Thursday, July 4, 2024, in honor of Independence Day; no children’s room activities on Friday, July 5. Shute Adult and Teens 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; Fridays by appointment only. Computer Basics 101: Shute Adult Department. Tech Newbie? No Problem! 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While elder abuse can be perpetuated in any number of ways, the FBI has seen a double digit increase in fi nancial fraud involving adults over the age of 60, prompting eff orts from the I Bureau to bring awareness to these types of crimes. According to the FBI’s latest Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) data, there have already been $1.6 billion in losses from January to May of 2024, up nearly $300 million from the same period last year. In 2023, a total of $3.4 billion in losses were reported, and elder fraud complaints increased by 14% from the prior year. Here in the Boston Division, which includes all of Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, total reported losses in 2023 were $89,553,975. 397 victims in Maine lost $7,162,225. 1,610 victims in Massachusetts lost $63,674,965. 408 victims in New Hampshire lost $11,339,097. 274 victims in Rhode Island lost $7,377,688. The reported losses are most likely much higher because older Americans are less likely to report fraud due to the fact that they either don’t know how to report it, are embarrassed, or don’t know they have been scammed. “Scam artists are doing everything they can to defraud our seniors out of their hardearned money, and the FBI is doing everything it can to make sure they don’t succeed,” said Jodi Cohen, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Boston Division. “Educating our aging family members and friends about these elder fraud schemes is critical to protecting them. We need to work together to put these fraudsters out of business for good. If you are being victimized, or know someone who is, please report it to us at ic3. gov.” Criminal actors frequently target older adults, who they perceive to be more vulnerable, trusting, and have considerable fi nancial savings. They also assume seniors own real estate, have good credit, and are less likely to report fraud. Among the most common elder fraud schemes reported to IC3.gov in 2023 were tech support scams, confidence and romance scams, investment scams, and government impersonation scams. From 2021 to 2023, elder victim and dollar losses to investment scams has sharply increased; victimization and losses increased 209% and 419% respectively, more than any other kind of fraud, largely due to the rising use of cryptocurrency. While anyone can become a victim of fraud, there are some steps that can be taken to protect yourself and your loved ones: Be cautious of unsolicited phone calls, emails, texts, mailings, and door-to-door service off ers. Resist the pressure to act quickly. Scammers create a sense of urgency to lure victims into immediate action, typically by instilling trust TUESDAYS 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM JULY 2 - AUGUST 20 EVERETT RECREATION CENTER 47 ELM ST. 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Your report can help expose common scam tactics and reduce scammers’ eff ectiveness. ׉ 7cassandra://kcEYiG6Y48sCUz5yYnOOelV_sKo_uYiqqnuSrGq7ASY-`̰f}me{׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 Page 11 Things Parents Can Do to Help Combat Summer Camp Bullying Stand for the Silent, an organization helping to stop bullying puts summer camps in the spotlight O KLAHOMA CITY– Camp is synonymous with summer for many families. Millions of children will spend time in a summer camp this year. Parents may not realize that some of them will end up being bullied while they are there. It should be all fun and games, but with bullying being the issue that it is, parents have to take action. The good news is that there are things they can do to help combat the problem. “Nobody sends their child to summer camp thinking about bullying,” says Kirk Smalley, co-founder of Stand for the Silent. “Yet, we know that many kids will be bullied there, so we have to have a plan and know what to do. The sooner we take action on this, the better off our kids will be.” According to the American Camp Association, around 26 million people attend summer camps. They also report that over half of all camps reported an increase in enrollment over the previous year. People love to attend summer camps for the fun, memories, and varied experiences. Some parents need their children to attend summer camps so they have something to do while at work and the child is out of school. Camps can be a wonderful thing until bullying enters the picture. Anytime there is a group of kids or teens brought together, the possibility of bullying is there. Camp creates an atmosphere where kids often compete for attention and popularity, among other things. Just like when they are in school, bullying situations will arise. When it does, parents and caretakers must address it immediately so that it doesn’t continue or create a hosFRAUD | FROM PAGE 10 and inducing empathy or fear, or the promise of monetary gains, companionship, or employment opportunities. Never provide to unverified people or businesses any personally identifiable information, money, checks, or gift cards. Search online for contact information (name, phone number, email, physical address) of any unknown source that reaches out to you, as well as the proposed offer. Verify the legitimacy of the business and check to see if anyone has posted information online about individuals/businesses tile camp atmosphere. Here are some things that parents can do to help combat bullying at summer camp: Choose wisely. Start by picking summer camps with a lower bullying risk than others. Speak with someone in charge to ask their stance on bullying. Choose camps with a zero-tolerance policy for bullying and a plan for dealing with it if it should arise. Raise awareness. Communities that raise awareness about bullying can help reduce its incidence. Put bullying in the spotlight in your community by having guest speakers, getting teens involved in speaking out against it, and helping people learn how to address it. Creating a positive atmosphere helps to address the problem. Be persistent. Continue the crusade of stomping out bullying in your community. Being persistent in ensuring it is a topic of discussion in the community will go a long way toward raising it in the community. People need to know what bullying looks like and what to do if they see it. Get support. When children are bullied at camp, it should be addressed right away so that it doesn’t build up. Discuss it with the camp counselor or person in charge so that it is handled immediately. Speak with the parents of the child doing the bullying so that it can be addressed at home. Get outside support, depending on the severity of the issue. Be ready to leave. If a child is being bullied at camp even after the counselor and camp staff have addressed the issue, it may be time to make a move. ConSTOP BULLYING | SEE PAGE 15 attempting to run scams. Take precautionary measures to protect your identity should a criminal gain access to your account or device. Immediately contact your financial institutions to place protections on your accounts and monitor for suspicious activity. If you or someone you know may have been a victim of elder fraud, contact your local FBI office or report it to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov. You should include the name of the scammer/company, the dates and methods of contact and payment, where the funds were sent, and a detailed description of the interaction. 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The community blends an energized feel and an elegant simplicity. Located at 484 Second St. and designed by The Architectural Team, Anthem Everett includes a structured parking garage with 564 spaces, approximately 6,500 square feet of ground floor retail and an array of high-end amenities. Highlights: an all-encompassing fitness center, yoga studio with a Pilates reformer, and a golf simulator lounge; a resort-style courtyard pool with cabana seating, grillAnthem Everett. (Credit: @flauntboston on Instagram) ing stations and a fire pit; a climbing wall; an outdoor theater area; a makerspace for artists and DIY enthusiasts; a pet spa and an expansive landscaped dog EVERETT PUBLIC SCHOOLS 121 Vine Street, Everett, MA 02149 — CHILD FIND NOTICE — In accordance with IDEA and Massachusetts Chapter 71B, all public schools must provide special education for children determined to be educationally disabled. The law requires a school district to identify such children from 3 to 21 years of age. This law applies to all children, including those in non-public schools, pre-schools, and hospital settings. In addition, children of migrant or homeless families are entitled to public education. Parents or service providers who suspect a child might have an educationally disabling condition are encouraged to contact their child’s school. The Everett Public Schools will arrange for the screening and evaluation of any students who are unable to progress effectively in general education because of a disability. For more detailed information about the policies, procedures, and services available at the Everett Public Schools for special education, please contact William Donohue in the Special Education Office at 617-394-2400 Ext. 610061 or email at wdonohue@everett.k12. ma.us. Translations of the Child Find Notice can be found at: www.everettpublicschools.org/apps/pages/ChildFind — AVISO DE ENCONTRAR NIÑOS — De acuerdo con IDEA y el Capítulo 71B de Massachusetts, todas las escuelas públicas deben brindar educación especial a los niños que se determine que tienen discapacidades educativas. La ley exige que un distrito escolar identifique a dichos niños de 3 a 21 años de edad. Esta ley se aplica a todos los niños, incluidos aquellos que asisten a escuelas privadas, centros preescolares y hospitales. Además, los hijos de familias inmigrantes o sin hogar tienen derecho a la educación pública. Se recomienda a los padres o proveedores de servicios que sospechen que un niño podría tener una condición de discapacidad educativa que se comuniquen con la escuela de su hijo. Las Escuelas Públicas de Everett se encargará de la selección y evaluación de cualquier estudiante que no pueda progresar eficazmente en la educación general debido a una discapacidad. Para obtener información más detallada sobre las políticas, procedimientos y servicios disponibles en las Escuelas Públicas de Everett para educación especial, comuníquese con William Donohue en la Oficina de Educación Especial al 617-394-2400 ext. 610061 o correo electrónico a wdonohue@everett.k12.ma.us. Las traducciones del Aviso de búsqueda de niños se pueden encontrar en: www.everettpublicschools.org/apps/pages/ChildFind park. With daily concierge services, on-site package acceptance, including cold storage for groceries, convenient valet dry cleaning, a variety of open concept and private onsite co-working spaces, dedicated nooks for desks in each home, print services and more, Anthem Everett is designed for a truly modern residential experience. Anthem Everett is located less than a mile from the Chelsea MBTA Station, the only MBTA station that provides direct access to South Station and North Station, as well as to the Seaport and multiple bus lines. “We’re thrilled to welcome the first residents to their new home at Anthem Everett, where they’ll enjoy a new standard of living at a cost of nearly 20 percent less than comparable newly constructed homes in adjacent municipalities,” said Greystar’s Senior Managing Director of Development, Gary Kerr. “This is a testament to the progressive policies and processes enacted by the City of Everett, which enable developers like Greystar to make substantial investments in housing that meet the needs of the moment and provide bountiful options for the community.” With move-ins now underway, a list of available homes and more information about Anthem Everett can be found at https://anthemeverett.com/. Anthem Everett is the second community to deliver as part of Greystar’s $730 million investment in Everett. Beyond Anthem Everett and Mason, which opened last year and delivered 330 units at nearby 101 Mill Rd., Greystar is developing Maxwell and 1690 Revere Beach Pkwy. Combined, these projects will also deliver more than 100 affordable units to Everett. Greystar is making various community improvements throughout Everett’s Commercial Triangle. These include enhancing the streetscape with a new public outdoor space with multimodal connections, improved pedestrian walking paths and sidewalks. Additional contributions include a $125,000 donation to the Mayor’s Everett Summer Youth Job Program (or similar City of Everett youth program), a Greystar-hosted annual career path education program, an annual Greystar Giving volunteer day in Everett and an annual community block party fundraiser on Vale Street. For more info about Partners Group, please visit www.partnersgroup.com or access LinkedIn. ׉ 7cassandra://nkXzCN7Hloy9CHvJ11hfVfe7Lxs6UBZKq3YdTrj9pS4)M`̰f}me{׉E THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 Page 13 Everett celebrates Juneteenth at Glendale Park T Community united in celebration with live performances, food and activities for all ages Special to The Advocate he City of Everett, in partnership with the NationCity of Everett Director of Veterans Affairs Antoine Coleman handed out free slush to attendees. Zion Church Ministries staff and Everett officials, pictured from left to right: Director of Evangelism Ministry Marcia Brown, Bishop Robert Brown, new Police Chief Paul Strong, Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Executive Pastor Bishop Regina Shearer. (Photos courtesy of the City of Everett) al Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), 98.1 FM The Urban Heat, and Zion Church Ministries, hosted an event in celebration of Juneteenth on Wednesday, June 19 at Glendale Park. The community united in celebration with live music, free food and activities to partake in. The event featured live performances by Talib Kweli, Skyzoo, Landon Wordswell, Rayell, and The Woo Factor to create an unforgettable day of music and unity. “I’m glad we were able to come together as a community to celebrate Juneteenth at Glendale Park,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us and took part in the festivities. Happy Juneteenth, Everett!” All of the upcoming City of Pictured from left to right: City Council President Robert Van Campen of Ward 5, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, School Committee Vice Chairperson Samantha Hurley, Ward 4 Councillor Holly Garcia, State Senator Sal DiDomenico and Zion Church Ministries Bishop Robert Brown. Mayor Carlo DeMaria speaking to attendees. Everett events can be found by visiting the events calendar on the City website at cityofeverett.com/calendar/category/ events/list. Residents can also follow the official social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter) to stay updated. Facebook: /cityofeverettma and /mayorcarlodemaria. Instagram: @ cityofeverettma and @mayorcarlodemaria. X: @EverettGov_ MA and @Mayor_DeMaria. All are welcome to attend the upcoming events. Zion Church Ministries Bishop Robert G. Brown speaking to attendees. City of Everett staff, elected officials and community members joined together in celebration of Juneteenth. 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Dear Savvy Senior, My wife and I had our estate plan – including a will, power of attorney and advance directive – drawn up about 10 years ago but have recently read that our plan should include a digital will too. What can you tell us about this? Almost 80 Dear Almost, If you or your wife spend much time online, adding a separate digital will document to your estate plan that provides a list of your digital assets would be extremely helpful to your loved ones when you die, not to mention it will help protect your privacy. Here’s what you should know. Do You Have Digital Asset? The term “digital assets” refers to personal information that is stored electronically on either a computer or an online cloud server account that belongs to an individual. Anyone who uses email, has a PIN code protected cell phone, makes online purchases, or pays bills online has digital assets. Digital assets generally require a username, a password, or a PIN to access and can be diffi cult if not impossible to retrieve if someone is incapacitated or passes away. Creating a digital will (also known as a digital estate plan) will help your loved ones access your electronic devices and online accounts more easily so they can manage your electronic affairs, according to your wishes, after you’re gone. This in turn will also protect your digital assets from hackers or fraud, which can happen to dormant accounts after you die. How to Write a Digital Will Your fi rst step in creating a digital will is to make an inventory list of your digital assets, which includes everything from hardware to email accounts. Here are a few categories to help kickstart your list: • Electronic devices (computer, smartphone, tablet, external hard drive). • Digital fi les (for photos, videos or documents) • Financial accounts (like bank and brokerage accounts, credit cards, cryptocurrency). • Bill paying accounts (utilities, mortgage accounts) • Social media accounts (like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn). • Email accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook, etc.). • Cloud-storage accounts (like Google Cloud, iCloud, Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive) • Movie or music streaming services (like Netfl ix, Hulu, Spotify, Apple Music) • Online purchasing accounts (like Venmo or PayPal) • Subscription services (magazines, newspapers, Amazon Prime, etc.). • Reward programs (travel, stores, etc.). • Membership organizations (AARP, AAA, etc.). When making your list, you’ll need to include usernames, passwords, PINS, account numbers or security questions for accessing each account. And provide instructions on how you want your assets managed after your death. For example: Do you want certain accounts closed, archived or transferred? Do you want specifi c fi les or photos to be deleted or shared with loved ones? Do you want your social media profi les memorialized or deleted? Be clear and specific about your wishes. You’ll also need to appoint a digital executor that you trust to execute your wishes after you die. From a legal perspective, you should know that most states have enacted the Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act (RUFADAA), which legally recognizes digital estates. This law gives your personal representative or executor legally protected access to your online accounts. Once your digital will is written, store it with your other estate plan documents either in a fi reproof safe or fi le cabinet at home, on your computer hard drive, with your estate planning attorney or online at a reputable digital estate planning service like Everplans.com or Clocr.com. But make sure your executor knows where it is and has access to it. Also remember to keep your digital will be updated regularly when you create any new digital accounts or change passwords. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. Women’s Chorus. (Photo: Danielle Fauteux Jacques) A pollinaire Theatre Company, in collaboration with Teatro Chelsea and the City of Chelsea, presents Aeschylus’s “The Suppliant Women” in a version by David Greig with music by John Browne. This free bilingual adaptation – featuring haunting music and dynamic choreography – is designed to engage English-speaking and Spanish-speaking audiences alike. “If we help, we invite trouble. If we don’t, we bring shame.” Fifty women board a boat in North Africa. They flee across the Mediterranean, leaving everything behind. They are escaping forced marriage in their home and seeking asylum in Greece. Written 2,500 years ago, “The Suppliant Women” is one of the world’s oldest surviving plays. It’s about the plight of refugees, moral and human rights and democracy. It tells a story that echoes down the ages to fi nd striking and poignant resonance today. Part play, part ritual, part theatrical archaeology, “The Suppliant Women” explores fundamental questions of humanity: Who are we, where do we belong and, if all goes wrong, who will take us in? “The Suppliant Women” features a cast of 50 helmed by Paola Ferrer (“Hamlet,” “Don’t Eat the Mangos,” “Dance Nation,” etc.) as Danaos, Brooks Reeves (“Hamlet,” “The Importance of Being Earnest,” “The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart,” etc.) as The King, and Chorus Leaders Parker Jennings (“Touching the Void,” “Lunch Bunch”), with Pearl Scott and Elainy Mata making Women’s Chorus leaders Parker Jennings, Pearl Scott and Elainy Mata. (Photo: Danielle Fauteux Jacques) their Apollinaire debuts. This play is unusual in that the traditional Chorus plays the main role, expressing themselves through song and movement. The singers are accompanied by the aulos – an ancient double-barreled oboe that accompanied the original productions of Greek dramas. There are only about 250 people in the world who play aulos, and we are lucky to have found one of them: Aneesh Kashalikar. The score is also arranged for a large array of percussion instruments played by local percussionists Laura Jordan and Stephen Guerra. David Reiffel, a Norton Award winner for New Rep’s “Man of La Mancha” and Speakeasy’s “Shakespeare in Love,” is the Music Director. “The Suppliant Women” is Apollinaire’s fourth production of a David Greig play, directly following its spring production of “Touching the Void,” and “The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart” in 2019 (Elliot Norton Award for Outstanding Ensemble) and “Midsummer” in 2015. Greig is a multi-awardwinning playwright and the Artistic Director of the Royal Lyceum Edinburgh. The evening begins at 6:00 with live music, performances, and craft brews at the popup BearMoose Beer Garden in PORT Park. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and to enjoy a picnic dinner via take-out or delivery from Chelsea’s exciting culinary delights. Dining information will be available on: apollinairetheatre.com. Performances are free! They are on Fridays and Saturdays from August 2-17 at 7:30 p.m. PORT Park is at 99 Marginal St. in Chelsea. There is free onsite parking. In case of rain: 617-887-2336 to check status. The run time is about 90105 minutes. More info/directions/parking info: www.apollinairetheatre.com Director: Danielle Fauteux Jacques. Music Director: David Reiff el. Choreographer: Audrey Johnson. Pre-Show Directors: Charleen Andujar, Brooks Reeves. nior ior Apollinaire Theatre Company presents Aeschylus’s ‘The Suppliant Women’ ׉ 7cassandra://ubnm6KD3uYuMIA2QzwiTaAU1N7VUE3xRQnz-uVW-3Rk+N`̰f}me{׉EFTHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 Page 15 Everett football seniors suit up for one last time as scholastic athletes in the annual Shriners, Agganis games MacKenzie, Papa, LaMonica will be teammates once again at AiC in the fall By Joe McConnell S tandout North Shore high school football seniors once again had the opportunity to play the game they love so much one last time as a scholastic athlete this month, when they were on the grand stage against their all-star peers. For some, they were lucky enough to be chosen for two traditional all-star games: The Shriners Classic at Bentley University on June 15, and the Agganis All-Star extravaganza at Lynn’s Manning Field on June 26. The North defeated the South in the Shriners game, 21-17. The Agganis game took place after press deadline. The Everett High School football team had its share of allstars for both contests after winning another Greater Boston League (GBL) title with a 6-0 record under the direction of first-year head coach Justin Flores last fall. They were 9-2 overall. However, the Crimson Tide failed to make the Division 1 playoffs, despite losing just once during the regular season. Only the Top 16 make it, and the Everett boys ended up 18th with a 7-1 record. But Matthew LaMonica with the ball against Xaverian last September. (Advocate file photo) at least for many of the team’s seniors, they were able to get some satisfaction as all-star participants in these games. In the Agganis game, the Tide players were split up between the two squads. Jeremiah Jeanlouis and Jayden Prophete were on the North team, while Matt LaMonica, Adoni Santos, Dom Papa, Carlos Cornejo, Shane MacKenzie and Jason Stark suited up for the South. Damian Lockland carries the ball during last Sept.’s action against Xaverian. Christian Zamor played on the winning North team in the Shriners game, and he was joined there by his Everett teammates Prophete and MacKenzie. “It’s great to see the guys get one last opportunity to play together, especially considering the fact how large our senior class was last fall with 25plus seniors on the roster,” said Flores. “I was excited to see them representing us in these games, because it’s really a big deal to play in them.” These Tide players, for the most part, will be playing college football in the fall. But for three of them – MacKenzie, LaMonica and Papa – they will remain teammates after accepting offers to play for AIC (American International College) in Springfield this fall. “This is a very unique situation, because it’s not that often a college gets two, let alone three from the same high school in the same year. They made the decision to go there at different times, but in the end, it was the right fit for all three of them,” said Flores. “I’m excited to see them play and grow together over the next couple of years at AIC.” According to Flores, the Yellow Jackets play in the Northeast-10 Conference, and it’s a league that has been growing competitively each year. Everett Little League Williamsport stars begin district tourney tomorrow morning at Sacramone By Joe McConnell t’s that time of year again when the best 11–12-year-old Little League all-stars throughout the state start competing against their neighboring communities in the district portion of the Williamsport Tournament, the granddaddy of all baseball competitions on this age level. Last year, the Everett Little I League stars (5-1), managed by Joe Young, won District 12 after narrowly defeating Melrose in the title game, 2-1. They STOP BULLYING | FROM PAGE 11 tinuing to send a child to a camp where they are being bullied is detrimental to their health. Request a refund from the camp and find an alternative option. “Summer camp needs bullying prevention, just like school does,” added Smalley. “We are happy to then went on to participate in the State Section 3 Tournament, where Canton came out on top to advance to the state finals. Parkway, Wellesley and of course Everett were the other sectional opponents. Marc Harr, who just guided the Red Sox to the Major League championship Tuesday night at Sacramone Park as their head coach, is the manager of this year’s Williamsport team. The Sox (14-4) defeated the Angels, the regular season champs, 5-3 in the third and deciding game help schools, camps, and communities up their bully prevention game!” Stand for the Silent travels the country, providing seminars and talks for communities and schools. They also offer helpful materials online to help people with bullying issues. Each year, they also give scholarships to to take home the title. Harr’s squad, who finished second during the regular season, also beat the Rays, the third-place team, in the first round two games to one. Harr scheduled his first Williamsport practice Wednesday night ahead of his team’s first district game tomorrow (June 29, 10 a.m.) at Sacramone Park against the winner of the South Boston / Dorchester contest. Everett received a first-round bye. The 2024 Major League-winning championship head coach students who help address bullying at their schools. To get more information on how to have the organization do a presentation or how to start a local chapter, visit the site at: https://standforthesilent.org/ Smalley and his wife, Laura, started the organization following their 11-year-old son, endis carrying 13 on the Williamsport roster. “We have six or seven capable pitchers and four solid catchers on the roster, while the rest of the team has the talent to play multiple positions,” Harr said, “and from top to bottom they are also good hitters.” Daniel Harr, Shane Gaskill and cousins Joseph and Denzel Reyes are the team’s top four pitchers. Catchers Davin Graham, Allie Grant, Natalia Negron and Jason Oliviera will split the time behind the plate. ing his own life due to bullying. They turned their pain and loss into a mission of helping others. He travels the country giving presentations about bullying to schools, providing bullying prevention, giving out scholarships, offering intervention strategies, and more. Those interested in getting involved can start a chapThroughout the past few days, Harr is getting to know his personnel, and where to play them in the field. But by tomorrow morning, they will be in place to begin the district tournament, again at Sacramone Park. “We have a bunch of universal players right now, who are capable of playing multiple positions,” Harr said. Billy Kotsiopoulos and Billy Gaskill are Harr’s assistant coaches, who are now helping him get the players ready for the long journey ahead. ter of the group in their area, obtain a free K-2 bullying prevention curriculum or cyberbullying handbook for parents, host a presentation at their school, introduce the How All Started video, and donate to help support the cause. 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Pat Haddad (D-SomBeacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/aPTLucKs THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of June 17-21. MATERNAL HEALTH (H 4773) House 153-0, approved and sent to the Senate a maternal health bill that would require certified professional midwives and lactation consultants to be licensed; encourage the creation of more freestanding birth centers; expand access to postpartum depression screenings; and raise awareness of pregnancy loss and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. “Today, I feel proud to stand with my colleagues in recognition of the autonomy of all birthing people to make important decisions about where they give birth – whether in a hospital, at home or in a birthing center – and ensure that all parents feel strong, empowered and in charge of their health at such a formative time in their lives,” said Rep. Kay Khan (D-Newton), a sponsor of the bill. “In passing this historic maternal health package, we have further elevated the midwifery model of care and moved mountains toward addressing the needs of all birthing people in the commonwealth, regardless of their race, ethnicity or socioeconomic status.” “Today we are making a commitment to ensuring that every mother receives the care and support they need before, during and after childbirth,” erset), a sponsor of the bill. “We are taking steps to eliminate the causes of infant mortality and improving maternal health outcomes of pregnancies for all birthing persons. This legislation tackles the root causes of maternal deaths and delivery complications.” “[The bill] is a significant legislative step in addressing perinatal mood disorders in Massachusetts,” said Rep. Jim O’Day (D-West Boylston). “This bill provides crucial support for new parents by improving access to comprehensive mental health care during the perinatal period. By focusing on early detection and intervention, we can ensure better health outcomes for both parents and their babies. This legislation is vital for fostering healthier families and communities, particularly for those most vulnerable to perinatal mood disorders.” “This legislation, which is the fourth significant health care bill that the House has passed this session, is the latest example of our ironclad commitment to increasing access to quality, affordable health care for all residents of Massachusetts,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “While the commonwealth’s health care system is amongst the best in the world, inequities in maternal health remain prevalent, and certain aspects of care are woefully insufficient. That’s why the reforms included in this legislation are so important, as they will help to close racial inequities and improve maternal health care statewide.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes BAN SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BAGS AND MORE (S 2830) Senate 38-2, approved a bill that would ban single-use plastic bags; make straws and plastic utensils available by request only; require stores to charge 10 cents for recycled paper bags with 5 cents retained by the retailer and 5 cents used to fund environmental protection measures; make it easier to recycle; create a statewide program for recycling large plastic objects including car seats; prohibit single-use plastic bottle purchases by state agencies; require do-not-flush labeling for non-flushable wipes made of plastic; and implement statewide composting. “From microplastics in our blood to plastic bags in our waterways to greenhouse gases in our air, plastics pollute and harm our people and planet,” said Sen. Becca Rausch (D-Needham), Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Environment. “The Plastics Reduction Act will prevent billions of single-use plastic bags, bottles, cutlery and wipes from clogging up our environment, pipes and landfills each year. This is a major win for our climate, our wildlife and our health.” “Nothing we use for just a few minutes should pollute the environment for decades,” said Janet Domenitz, Executive Director of MASSPIRG. “Getting rid of single use plastic bags, food ware and more will reduce plastic waste, cut down on litter and make a cleaner, greener future for everyone.” “In Massachusetts, we take pride in being a leader when it comes to protecting our environment and people’s health, and this bill continues that leadership,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “Limiting our plastics use means less trash in our waterways and on our streets, and giving our kids the green, clean planet they deserve to inherit. This is a crucial part of achieving the commonwealth’s climate goals.” “It’s burdensome on small businesses and creates increased cost at the grocery store and everyday living for consumers by having to pay an additional tax on paper bags and reusable bags,” said Sen. Ryan Fatman (R-Sutton), one of two senators who voted against the bill. “It also has no chance of passing through the Legislature because it’s unrealistic and out of touch.” “I think it’s important to understand that when we talk about the pollution that occurs throughout the world, that we understand where this comes from,” said Sen. Peter Durant (R-Spencer), the other senator who voted against the bill. “Over 70 percent of all plastic pollution in the world today comes from Asia. The United States accounts for approximately 4 percent of the pollution, which is too much, I can give you that. I oppose this bill because the question becomes, what is the cost to benefit ratio that we’re talking about here? To what end do we want to cause businesses to cause families in Massachusetts, to expend more for a diminishing return?” Durant continued, “This is going to cost the consumers of Massachusetts more, in a state that already has an incredible cost of living and in a state where we’re trying to make it more affordable to be here. I think this is something that Dad, It’s hard to believe its been a year since you passed, so many days gone by without you. So many days when we don’t feel your presence, or hear your voice filled with words of love, wisdom and calm. But in our hearts we’re all together, we see and hear you, but it can never ease the pain. You left this world too soon as it was God’s Will to take you from us, to ease your pain. If we could only have one more moment to tell you how much we love and miss you. Our only solace is knowing we will all be together again some day. Love & Miss You Every Single Day, Ethelyn, Jeff, Jim, Marianne, Todd, Julie, Dan, Lucy and all your grandchildren & great-grandchildren ends up being a little bit too much, too much for us to bear.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes MAKE PAPER BAG FEE OPTIONAL (S 2830) Senate 8-30, rejected an amendment that would make the up to 10 cent fee for paper bags optional for retailers to charge. The amendment would replace a section of the bill that requires stores to charge 10 cents for recycled paper bags with 5 cents retained by the retailer and 5 cents used to fund environmental protection measures. Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) said he “voted in favor of [the] amendment because it helps consumers and small business owners save money at a time when inflation is causing hardships for families and businesses alike.” “I voted yes … because we have spent almost four years fighting inflation,” said Sen. Mike Moore (D-Millbury). “Just when prices are starting to stabilize, why would we impose a mandated cost increase on retail products? I believe we should leave it up to the retailer to decide if it makes sense to impose a fee on carryout paper bags.” “A nominal paper bag fee that business owners can customize will incentivize customers to bring reusable bags and advances the bill’s waste reduction goals,” said Sen. Becca Rausch (D-Needham) who opposed the amendment. “This fee is optional for small businesses, building in flexibility for business owners who need it most.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No REQUIRE REPORTING (S 2830) Senate 4-35, rejected an amendment that would reBEACON | SEE PAGE 18 ~ In Memoriam ~ James D. Mitchell, Jr. May 3, 1937 - June 30, 2023 ׉ 7cassandra://_7K2xCNcoWfZKPJcGjvJtLBw_VICKAdINCIVRLdzTRQ(`̰f}me{׉E$THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 Page 17 OBITUARIES Grace (Russo) Valeri O f E v - erett . P assed away at Lahey Clinic on Sunday June 16, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Agostino “Tino” Valeri. Loving mother of Richard and his wife Marion Valeri from Middleton, Stephen and his wife Joanne Valeri from Mansfield and the late Agostino “Tino” and his wife Theresa Valeri from Saugus. Cherished Grandmother of Amanda (Valeri) and her husband Christopher Copson, Andrew and his wife Kathleen Valeri, Alicia (Valeri) and her husband Brandon Green, Richard Jr. and his wife Felicia Valeri, Gina (Valeri) and her husband Nicholas Chiocco & Stephen Valeri Jr. Great-grandmother of Talia Green, Ava Copson, Aria Valeri & Charlotte Valeri and baby Chiocco on the way. Sister of Carol Jackson, Edward and his wife Marilyn Russo and Frank Tassone and his late wife Marie, and the late Anthony & Carol Russo. Daughter of the late Josephine (Elibero) and Pino Russo. Grace is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and good friends. Grace was a life-long resident of Everett and retired from the Everett Cooperative bank as a customer service representative. Funeral from Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, Everett on Monday, June 24 followed by a Funeral Mass in Immaculate Conception Church, Everett at 11:00 am. Visiting hours were held at the funeral home on Sunday. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of fl owers, the family asks for memorial contributions to be made in her name to the Jimmy fund https://www.jimmyfund.org/ Lucille “Lucy” Umano O f E v - eret t . En t er ed into eternal rest on Friday, June 21, 2024 in the Bear Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Stoneham/Wakefi eld. She was 97 years old. Born in Somerville, Lucy lived in Everett for most of her life. She worked for SBLI as a switchboard operator until retirement. Beloved daughter of the late Salvatore and Edith Anita (Sordillo) Umano; dear and devoted sister of Salvatore Umano and his wife, Shirley of Plymouth, Celia Constantino of Uxbridge, Gloria DeAngelis of Everett, Jean Nugent of Douglas, Mary Amerena and her husband, John of Medford and the late Robert Umano and his surviving wife, Merlene of Melrose, John Umano , and Annmarie Medeiros and her surviving husband, Anthony of Everett. Lucy is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Relatives and friends were invited to attend Lucy’s funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Everett, Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Burial was private. In lieu of fl owers, contributions in Lucille’s memory to the Immaculate Conception Parish Restoration fund would be sincerely appreciated. Arrangements by the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St., Everett. Michael “Spanky” Mattuchio O f Everett. Entered into eternal rest on Monday, June 17, 2024 in the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers after a brief illness. He was 68 years old. Born in Everett, Michael was the former owner of Fishing Fanatics, Main Street, Everett for many years. He was the beloved son of the late Pasquale C. and Marion (Witten) Mattuchio; the dear and devoted brother of Henry Mattuchio and his wife, Margaret of Everett and the late Jacqueline Ferraro and her surviving husband, Robert of Stoneham; the loving uncle of Mark Ferraro and his wife, Julie, Robert Ferraro and his wife, Bridget, Renee’ Heff ron and her husband, Brian and Michael Mattuchio and his wife, Jessica. Spanky is also survived by 13 loving great nieces and great nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Spanky’s visitation and services in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) Everett Friday, June 28, 2024 beginning at 12 p.m. with a funeral home service at 1 p.m. Burial to follow at the family lot in the Glenwood Cemetery, Everett. ׉ 7cassandra://ooHQB8wWagGLZykcJ5qrD0UumyYk4fdd1RM9TAvaRLc,`̰f}me{f}me{ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://_jKcPw_jtzB9AE0Ox2mgyT5l7x5qr17JDgkvt8pPlO4P`)׉ 7cassandra://AWuwyPsVAkUqU73-JIh1PaDnv7ZyaQ5_Uc5F0NNbbS0͗y`J׉ 7cassandra://4KKi3PhbfmjmIbBzqs6i5ZIH18kp0uSKYbp1bvH8Y3g'J`̰f}me|mט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://3WSTt-uBpV4vHLG9NnfGufyuZCkME-3K3iSSH3ypfX0 dz`)׉ 7cassandra://vbCo1C0pLGYuK3K2GYBqZZm8d610mIRoy74rlWICmxE͜m`J׉ 7cassandra://reHm9RtN_tXDtfaaftJ6zAoOjS2J-8m-LVvT6P9yJ2w(`̰f}me|n׉E%Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 quire the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to report annually to the House, the Senate and the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, on any increased rates of recycling that can be attributed to the provisions of the new plastics law. “Creating a reporting system for the progress of this bill would give us an opportunity to evaluate the efficacy of the legislation over time,” said Sen. Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton) who voted for the amendment. “Reporting this data serves as a metric to tell us if this bill has done what it was purported to do. These are reasons why I voted in favor of this amendment.” “The DEP already publishes an extensive report on waste management,” said Sen. Becca Rausch (D-Needham), who voted against the amendment. “They diligently produce annual reports, including a Recycling Market Development Action Plan. These reports are publicly available on the DEP website.” (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL REVENGE PORN AND TEEN SEXTING (H 4744) - Gov. Maura Healey signed into law a bill that would prohibit the posting of sexually explicit images of another person online without their permission— commonly referred to as “revenge porn.” The practice is often used by ex-spouses or ex-partners. The measure was recently unanimously approved by the House and Senate. - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Docket No. MI24P3096GD Middlesex Probate and Family Court 10-U Commerce Way Woburn, MA 01801 In the interests of: AMINA GRACE WALKER Of EVERETT, MA Minor NOTICE AND ORDER: PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN OF A MINOR NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 06/06/2024 by Mimi E. Paris of Everett, MA, will be held 07/23/2024 09:00 A.M. Guardianship of Minor Hearing Located at 10-U Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801, Judge Anderson, Courtroom 1 2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to: File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing. 3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor. 4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want an attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form. Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case is going to be heard. 5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests. THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE: An important court proceeding that may affect your rights has been scheduled. If you do not understand this notice or other court papers, please contact an attorney for legal advice. Date: June 6, 2024 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO Register of Probate June 28, 2024 Massachusetts was one of only two states that did not have a law about this crime. The measure establishes a sentence of up to 2.5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000; increases the upper limit of the fine for criminal harassment from $1,000 to $5,000; allows a victim to petition the court for a harassment prevention order against a person who has violated this statute; and extends the statute of limitations to pursue criminal charges for certain domestic violence offenses from six years to 15 years. The measure adds coercive control to the definition of abuse. Coercive control is a nonphysical form of abuse that includes a pattern of behavior intended to threaten, intimidate, harass, isolate, control, coerce or compel compliance of a family or household member in a manner that causes the targeted individual to fear physical harm or to have a reduced sense of physical safety or autonomy. Examples of coercive control include threatening to share explicit images, regulating or monitoring a family or household member’s communications and access to services, and isolating a family or household member from friends or relatives. Another provision changes current law under which minors, under 18 years of age, who share explicit images of themselves or other minors, can be charged with violating Massachusetts child pornography laws and be required to register with the Sex Offender Registry. The bill allows minors to be diverted to an educational program that would provide them with information about the consequences of posting or transmitting indecent visual depictions of minors. “This law will save lives and strengthens our efforts to hold accountable those who would engage in abusive, coercive and deeply harmful behavior,” said Gov. Healey. “This is about stopping violence, because nobody deserves to be subjected to threats, abuse or control. We’re grateful … to all of the survivors who bravely came forward to share their powerful stories of pain, fear and trauma to make a difference for generations to come.” “The inclusion of coercive control in this bill is a vital advancement in safeguarding individuals from abuse,” said Vilma Uribe, Executive Director of the Governor’s Council to Address Sexual Assault, Domes- 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. MI22P0031EA Estate of: TIMOTHY J. ROBINSON Date of Death: 07/28/2021 CITATION ON PETITION FOR ORDER OF COMPLETE SETTLEMENT A Petition for Order of Complete Settlement has been filed by Mary E. Fortin of Everett, MA requesting that the court enter a formal Decree of Complete Settlement including the allowance of a final account, a determination of testacy and heirs at law, and other such relief as may be requested in the Petition. 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 07/19/2024. 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. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: June 21, 2024 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE June 28, 2024 tic Violence and Human Trafficking. “It acknowledges the severe impact of manipulative behaviors and provides crucial protections for victims-survivors. Equally important is the inclusion of media literacy for our youth, empowering them to navigate the digital world responsibly.” “No person’s life should devolve into chaos because a private photo was shared without their permission, and no person should fear coercion or be threatened with the sharing of such a photo,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “I’m proud that this legislation protects our residents and supports young people who make a mistake.” “This legislation modernizes our criminal laws by ensuring that those who share explicit images of others without their consent face punishment, while also educating minors on the dangers of sharing explicit images of themselves rather than imposing upon them some of the criminal justice system’s most severe consequences,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “I’m also incredibly proud of this legislation’s bolstered protections for survivors, including the added consideration of nonphysical forms of abuse for those who are seeking restraining orders from their abusers. PROHIBIT SALE OF DOGS, CATS AND RABBITS IN NEW PET STORES (S 2820) – The House gave initial approval to a bill that would prohibit pet shops opened after January 1st, 2025 from offering dogs, cats and rabbits for sale. Pet shops existing prior to January 1, 2025 would be exempt from the law. The new law would allow new pets shops to offer space to an animal rescue or shelter organization to showcase dogs, cats or rabbits for adoption as long as the pet shop does not have an ownership interest in the animals offered for adoption. The bill imposes a penalty of $1,000 for a first offense, $2,500 for a second offense and $5,000 for a third and subsequent offenses. “This legislation moving forward marks a significant step towards ending the puppy mill to pet shop pipeline, ensuring the protection of both animals and consumers alike,” said sponsor Sen. Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth). “We are taking a stand against the promotion of animal cruelty, which is often overlooked, and I am confident that we will soon join our neighboring northeastern BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 ׉ 7cassandra://4KKi3PhbfmjmIbBzqs6i5ZIH18kp0uSKYbp1bvH8Y3g'J`̰f}me{׉E THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 Page 19 FOR SALE - MIXED-USE COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL 225-229 Highland Ave., Malden MIXED-USE Two Commercial Convenience Stores AND Three Apartments - Two, 2-Bedoroom & One, 1-Bedroom Yearly Rental Income: $166,200 Call (781) 520-1091 BEACON | FROM PAGE 18 states in putting a stop to this inhumane practice by law. I am proud to be the primary sponsor of this bill and will continue to tirelessly advocate against the abuse of animals and for their protection as some of the most vulnerable members of our community.” “I take the matters of animal welfare and inhumane conditions very seriously,” said Sen. Mike Moore (D-Millbury). Given that puppy mills and other profit-focused animal breeding operations have a demonstrated track record of substandard conditions and disregard for the wellbeing of the animals, anything we can do to disrupt this industry without harming responsible breeders is action we should take.” “Typically, pet shops obtain animals from substandard breeding facilities, which results in consumers unknowingly purchasing sick or genetically compromised pets,” said Rep. Natalie Higgins (D-Leominster). REQUIRE ADAPTIVE BEAM HEADLIGHT TECHNOLOGY (H 3419) – The House gave initial approval to a bill that would require all new automobiles sold in the state after January 1, 2026 to be equipped with adaptive beam headlight technology which is currently used in other parts of the world including Europe, China and Canada. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Adaptive Driving Beam Headlight Systems (ADBs) use automatic headlight beam switching technology to shine less light on occupied areas of the road and more light on unoccupied areas. The adaptive beam is particularly useful for distance illumination of pedestrians, animals and objects without reducing the visibility of drivers in other vehicles. As a CNN report noted, “Imagine if you could drive at night with your high beams on all the time, bathing the road ahead in bright light but without ever blinding other drivers.’ That’s what ADB accomplishes.” “The legislation seeks to address the problem with overly bright headlights,” said sponsor Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa (D-Northampton).” There are no shortage of news articles that speak to the growing problem of overly bright headlights on the highways of Massachusetts. While they improve driver safety in some respects, they also blind oncoming traffic, which does not help with road safety. A solution is adaptive headlight technology or smart headlights. “The American Automobile Association research found ADBs illuminate the road 86 percent better than current headlight technology but without the glare,” continued Sabadosa. “Smart headlights make about 5,000 adjustments per second to curve light around the part of the road already lit up by an oncoming car. So, there’s no direct beam in the other driver’s face.” ILLEGAL FIREWORKS (H 3634) – The House gave initial approval to legislation that would amend current law which imposes a fine between $10 and $100 on anyone convicted of illegal possession or use of fireworks. The bill would increase the penalty, in areas with a population density of 1,000 or more persons per square mile, to a fine of between $200 and $500 and/or a prison sentence or up to six months. “This has been an issue in my district that needs to be addressed,” said sponsor Rep. Rodney Elliott (D-Lowell). “By increasing fines for illegal fireworks usage, we not only deter irresponsible behavior but also send a clear message that the safety of our citizens is eminent.” FREE WEIGHTS IN PRISONS (H 2422) – The House gave initial approval to a measure that would require superintendents of medium- and maximum-security prisons to block inmates from accessing free weights or any other exercise equipment that is not secured. Sponsor Rep. Steven Xiarhos (R-Barnstable) said the bill is named “Matt’s Law” in honor of Corrections Officer Matthew Tidman, who was brutally assaulted in 2022 by a prison inmate who used free weights from a prison gym facility as a weapon. “I am proud to have filed the bill … this session and I believe its protections are necessary to keep our correction officers safe at work,” said Xiarhos. “These brave men and women risk their safety for us every day and it is important for us to have their back.” EXPAND NERO’S LAW (H 2423) – The House gave initial approval to another Xiarhos proposal that would expand Nero’s Law, passed in 2022, that requires EMS personnel to provide basic emergency treatment to a police dog and use an ambulance to transport the dog injured in the line of duty to a veterinary clinic or veterinary hospital, if there are not people requiring emergency medical treatment or transport at that time. That law was passed following the tragic death of Yarmouth Police Sgt. Sean Gannon who was shot and killed in the line of duty. His K-9 partner Nero was severely injured and had to be rushed to the animal hospital in the back of a police cruiser. Nero survived. The bill permits not just basic emergency medical treatment, but also advanced life support care as an option by those properly trained, if available and necessary. “We passed Nero’s Law a couple of years ago in honor of K-9 Nero, and as a lasting tribute to fallen Yarmouth Police Sgt. Sean Gannon, who was killed in the line of duty in the same incident where Nero was injured,” said Xiarhos. “Law enforcement depends on police dogs to keep the public safe in dangerous situations. It’s the least we can do to make sure that these dogs receive proper emergency medical care if they are injured through their work.” CITIES AND TOWNS (H 3396) – The House gave initial approval to a bill that would require that cities and towns include a Transportation Demand Management (TDM) element in their master plans. Sponsors say that TDM studies policies aimed at giving people effective, reliable transportation options, often by spreading travel across modes, locations, routes and times of day. The measure also emphasizes collaboration with Transportation Management Associations (TMAs) to reduce congestion and improve mobility. Supporters said that TDM and TMA options can help improve transportation equity by allocating resources to under-served groups, including non-drivers and reduce negative impacts from driving, such as congestion, noise, air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions. They argued that implementing TDM policies is often less expensive for cities and towns than car-centric options such as expanding roads and parking facilities. “Massachusetts has some of the worst traffic congestion in the Wwrld. Too often, transportation planning is done on a project-by-project basis rather than as part of a holistic, municipality or regional basis,” said sponsor Rep. Steven Owens (D-Watertown). “[My bill] fixes that.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “The clerk will modify the members and tell them that a roll call is in progress.” ---The closed captioning words that appeared on the screen of the live coverage online of the House of Representatives when the speaker announced, “The clerk will NOTIFY the members and tell them that a roll call is in progress.” that.” “Y’all can stand and clap for ---Freshman Rep. Chistopher Worrell (D-Boston) during his inaugural speech on the House floor, referring to the May birth of his second daughter. “One of our most important natural resources is right beneath our feet -- soil. Protecting soil quality is essential to stewarding our ecosystems and sustaining Massachusetts’ agricultural industry. Healthy soil is the foundation for climate resilient communities. Implementing thoughtful land management strategies is vital to maintaining biodiversity, promoting water quality and reducing carbon in the atmosphere.” -- Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper announcing the awarding of more than $1 million in grants to organizations to promote and protect Massachusetts’ soil health. BEACON | SEE PAGE 20 ׉ 7cassandra://reHm9RtN_tXDtfaaftJ6zAoOjS2J-8m-LVvT6P9yJ2w(`̰f}me{f}me{ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://SAAuUPd0GscsCnQcXMvrMgeCzh8kO1AN68YMD-PSCCE`)׉ 7cassandra://tFYqe5Vs2kurXuTbd6BXKXxFh_2Rx6g3i0YNltZG88U|`J׉ 7cassandra://_rqurwHJ5cOKanllQJFH3_EtcMo5rNb9NdCXoxCRSsk"`̰f}me|pט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://y8Mf1hWIc2qtX26dCp94QfjNX6WM-t_jVd8Obo9Q3d4U8`)׉ 7cassandra://iTzUP_LSmK0sDdsRdtRfpH51ZAb9udEvy6uErVI_nUQ͞`J׉ 7cassandra://k4b58jux31uyHtZe80DRw4tm6AT_yO_Vv-BE9363-sk/.`̰f}me|rנf}me|v 9ׁHmailto:Info@advocatenews.netׁ ׁ Јנf}me|ṵ̵9ׁHhttp://www.thewarrengroup.comׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 28, 2024 ~ Legal Notice ~ COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS SALE OF REAL ESTATE UNDER M.G.L.c.183A:6 By virtue of Judgment and Order of the Malden District Court (Docket No. 2350CV000554), in favor of TRUSTEES OF THE CENTRAL COURT ASSOCIATION, INC. against MAJID SHEIKN establishing a lien pursuant to M.G.L.c.183A:6 on the real estate known as UNIT #1-18, of the CENTRAL COURT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. for the purposes of satisfying such lien, the real estate is scheduled for Public Auction at 11:00 a.m. O’CLOCK ON THE 12th DAY OF JULY, A.D. 2024, AT UNIT 1-18, 12 WOODLAND STREET, EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS. The premises to be sold are more particularly described as follows: The following premises in Central Court Condominium, Middlesex County, in Everett, created by Master Deed dated July 6, 1987, recorded with the Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds in Book 18305, Page 49, as amended of record, being Unit Number 1-18in Building 1, Phase IV, together with an undivided .979% interest appertaining to said Unit in the common areas and facilities of said Condominium, and subject to and with the benefit of the provisions of said Master Deed hereabove referred to. The Post Office address of the Property is: 12 Woodland Street, Unit 1-18, Everett, MA 02149. For Grantor’s title see deed to Majid Shaikn dated January 17, 2012 and recorded with the Middlesex County South District Registry of Deeds in Book 58308, Page 171. In the event of a typographical error or omission contained in this publication, the description of the premises contained in said Unit Deed shall control. TERMS OF SALE: 1. A non-refundable deposit payable in cash, certified or bank check in the amount of Five Thousand ($5,000.00) Dollars for the unit shall be payable at the Auction. 2. The balance of the purchase price is to be paid within thirty (30) days of the auction. 3. An Auctioneer’s Release Deed will be issued to the purchaser, upon payment of the balance of the purchase price, within thirty (30) days of auction. The Deed shall convey the premises subject to, and with the benefit of, all restrictions, easements, improvements, outstanding tax titles, municipal or other public taxes, assessments, liens, or claims in the nature of liens, and existing encumbrances of record senior to the lien, whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, outstanding tax titles, municipal or other public taxes, assessments, liens or claims in the nature of liens or encumbrances is made in the deed. 4. Additionally, and not by way of limitation, the sale shall be subject to and with the benefit of any and all tenants, tenancies, and occupants, if any. 5. No representation is or shall be made as to any amount of taxes due and outstanding. 6. The successful bidder shall pay the future condominium common charges commencing with the date of the auction. 7. No representation is or shall be made as to any other mortgages, liens, or encumbrances of record. 8. No representation is or shall be made as to the condition of the Premises or the Condominium. The Premises shall be sold “as is”. 9. Other items, if any, shall be announced at the sale. 10. The sale is subject to and in accordance with the Judgment and Order, a copy of which may be obtained from the seller’s counsel, Attorney Pamela M. Jonah, Marcus, Errico, Emmer & Brooks, PC, 45 Braintree Hill Office Park, Suite 107, Braintree, MA 02184, (781) 843-5000. CENTRAL COURT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., For the Trustees, By its Attorneys MARCUS, ERRICO, EMMER & BROOKS, PC __________________________________ Pamela M. Jonah, Esq. BBO#567289 45 Braintree Hill Office Park, Suite 107 Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 843-5000 June 14, 21, 28, 2024 BEACON | FROM PAGE 19 “While the law prohibits discrimination in places of public accommodation, we sadly see LGBTQIA+ individuals and others denied basic rights simply because of how they express or identify themselves. I, along with my office, will continue to educate people about their rights and protections under law as we seek to create safe and equitable spaces for all.” ---Attorney General Andrea Campbell upon releasing an updated ‘Protections Against Discrimination in Places of Public Accommodations Guide’ to help ensure compliance with existing law and educate the public about their rights in public spaces, including gender-specific spaces like men’s and women’s restrooms. The guide has been updated to include information about how the law protects those who identify as nonbinary and/or transgender. “Our Bureau of Special Investigations examiners are making government work better by identifying fraud, waste and abuse of tax dollars so that residents actually in need have access to support and services.” ---State Auditor Diana DiZoglio on her office identifying more than $2 million in public benefit fraud in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. 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 Sena er matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible latenight 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 June 1721, the House met for a total of five hours and 51 minutes and the Senate met for a total of eight hours and 26 minutes. Mon.June 17 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:09 a.m. Senate 11:07 a.m. to 1:05 p.m. Tues. June 18 No House session No Senate session Wed. June 19 No House session. No Senate session Thurs. June 20 House 11:00 a.m. to4:42 p.m. Senate 11:12 a.m. to4:43 p.m. Fri.June 21 No House session Senate 1:07 p.m. to2:04 p.m. Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. Your Hometown News Delivered! 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