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Shown presenting the scholarship during the recent scholarship night at EHS, from left to right, are; Dorothy Keverian, Jack Keverian, EHS Recipient Sal DiDomenico, Al Lattanzi, Dolores Lattanzi and Matt Lattanzi. See photo highlights is next week’s edition. Mayor presents $281M FY25 City Budget to Council Council Budget Subcommittee Accepts School Dept. Budget By Neil Zolot “T he proposed Fiscal 2025 budget totals $281,892,702, a 5% increase over the Fiscal 2024 adjusted budget, while our fi xed costs, which include debt service, pension costs and health insurance, have increased by 5.3%,” Mayor Carlo DeMaria wrote in an introduction to the budget book given to City Council members Thursday, May 16. “The needs of our residents are what inform all the budget decisions we make. As elected offi cials, we are entrusted by the families and businesses in our community with making the best decisions we can on how to spend City revenue.” In the introduction, the Mayor expresses feelings the City has a “fi duciary responsibility to den May 16, 2024, Rep. Joe McGonagle, along with cide how to invest the fi nancial resources available to us in ways that will benefi t our community. The lingering pandemic has impacted the pace of our economic recovery and we need to be both optimistic and realistic about the rate of that recovery.” He also writes the budget “continues to invest in our physical his colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, passed comprehensive legislation – An Act enhancing the market review process – that aims to restore stability to the health care system, bolster accountability within the industry and control health care spending to ensure that everyone in Massachusetts has access to quality, aff ordable health care. The bill also includes important updates to how the Commonwealth regulates and monitors the health care market – informed by the Steward Health Care crisis. The bill passed the House with a 152-1 vote. On May 20, 2024, the Senate referred the bill to its Committee on Ways and Means. “I think today shows Massachusetts’ commitment to taking action to protect its’ citizens against predatory and harmful practices in the healthcare fi eld,” said McGonagle. “What we saw Joe McGonagle State Representative with Steward Health Care was unacceptable and cannot happen again. Massachusetts has always been a leader in healthcare and this is no diff erent. 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Hart: EHS’ Decennial Accreditation a direct refl ection on teachers and administrators By Neil Zolot E verett High School has received its Decennial (10-year) Accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Commission on Public Schools, as of March 4. “It’s difficult for students to attend college from a High School without an accreditation, so it’s great to get this,” Principal Dennis Lynch said at the School Committee meeting on Monday, May 20 in the school library. “Participation is voluntary and you’re being judged by an outside agency other than the state. They came to the conclusion we’re moving in the right direction.” Everett Schools Superintendent William Hart called the results “phenomenal” and “a direct refl ection on the people that make this building a strong place to learn.” EHS met fi ve of six Foundational Elements for Accreditation. “The Commission was impressed with the progress made on Priority Areas for Growth,” reads the letter Supt. of Schools William Hart is shown with members of the Everett School Committee and students of the award-winning EHS STEM Club team who were recognized at Monday’s meeting. of accreditation received on April 16. They commend the planned rollout of a vision of the graduate; positive and supportive relationships between and among administration counselors, students and the faculty; support provided to students from dediNeed a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 cated, licensed clinicians; the clean, orderly and well-maintained building; prompt and comprehensive action steps taken to improve safety and security; resourceful use of space in a school designed for 1,800 students and serving over 2,300; development and revision of curriculum to meet the needs of all learners; professional develop opportunities and stipends aff orded to educators; the focus on establishing partnerships with organizations, colleges and universities; the focus on a positive school culture and relationship-building with the implementation of student success coaches and a student engagement coordinator, and the common curriculum template and the work of all departments to aid the coordination and editing of curriculum development. Lynch said the vision of a graduate is “what we feel our students need to move forward after graduation,” and various elements of positive relationships between staff and students indicate the staff “honestly cares about the kids in front of them.” “We provide students with a curriculum they’ll need to succeed beyond High School,” Hart added. Safety and cleanliness have been an issue. “They were beyond impressed with how clean and orderly the building is,” Lynch said of NEASC’s staff , which visited the building in October to sit in on classes, among other things. “Concerns have been accommodated. When I came into this building as principal that was my top priority. It still is. ACCREDITATION | SEE PAGE 20 City offi ces closed Monday, May 27, as Everett observes Memorial Day Trash, recycling and yard waste will not be picked up on Monday and will be delayed for the rest of the week C ity offi ces will be closed to the public on Monday, May 27, as Everett observes the Memorial Day holiday. City offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 28, and City Hall will have extended hours for residents (8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.). Observed on the last Monday of May, Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States to recognize and honor those who served in the military and lost their lives in service to our country. Monday’s observance will delay trash, recycling and yard waste pickup by one day. Please place your trash and recycling bins along with yard waste neatly on the sidewalk on the day after your regularly scheduled pickup for this week only. 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With over 3,200 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students enrolled on campus and in fully online graduate programs, Regis provides an academically rigorous education within the schools of nursing, arts and sciences, business and communication, and health sciences. Visit regiscollege.edu to learn more. 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Kederson Pierre, a member of the GNAC champions Regis College Men’s Track and Field Team. 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CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Chris 2024 R egis College celebrated its 94th Commencement Ceremony on May 11, 2024, at the Leader Bank Pavilion in Boston, where more than 1,100 students received degrees ranging from associate to doctorate, including three Everett residents: Aimee Duclos graduated with a BS in Dental Hygiene, Swechha Maharjan graduated with a BA in Public Health and Omayma Salih graduated with a BS in Nursing. Members of the Class of 2024 celebrated their accomplishments with an inspirational commencement ceremony at the Leader Bank Pavilion in Boston featuring humanitarian and nurse Alix Dorsainvil, ’14, who delivered the commencement address and received an honorary degree. Social justice advocates Dr. Alix Cantave and Charlotte Cramer Wagner received honorary degrees. “Not only are you college graduates, you are Regis College graduates,” said President Antoinette Hays, PhD, RN in her message to the graduates. “That really means something. It means that each of you have engaged in a journey of learning in which the university has contributed to forming your character and confi dence in preparing you for a career, and more importantly, a life of meaning.” “Never stop learning, for learning is a lifelong journey,” Hays continued. “Use the knowledge you gained at Regis to make the world a better place.” In her address, Dorsainvil urged graduates to use what they have learned at Regis to continue to serve the dear neighbor without distinction, a core value of Regis’ founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph. “There is great freedom to be found in forgiveness and abundant love,” she said. “To the graduates who have a dream and no idea how to make it a reality, trust you have been prepared by your courses and equipped with a valuable skillset and allow the Regis mission to guide you to lead a life worth living.” Regis College is a coed university in Weston (near Boston) that was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston nearly a century ago. With over 3,200 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students enrolled on campus and in fully online graduate programs, Regis provides an academically rigorous education within the schools of nursing, arts and sciences, business and communication, and health sciences. Visit regiscollege.edu to learn more. State Senator Sal DiDomenico talking with students about the Girls on the Run program. Regis College celebrates 94th Commencement Exercises ׉ 7cassandra://71cWGxjZwdNW5xjoP7-szhr_5HKnGw7Sg6fprm0ZkAc3/`̰fOme%׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Page 5 Everett community gathers to place U.S. Flags at veterans’ graves at Woodlawn Cemetery Memorial Day Service set for Monday, May 27 at Glenwood Cemetery Many volunteers gathered in support of the City of Everett’s effort to place U.S. flags at the graves of veterans at Woodlawn Cemetery. Everett firefighters volunteered to place flags at the graves of veterans at Woodlawn Cemetery. Special to The Advocate O n Monday, May 20, the City of Everett held the traditional placing of United States flags at the graves of veterans in Woodlawn Cemetery. In preparation for Memorial Day, residents, elected officials, and City and School Department employees gathered to honor the U.S. veterans who are no longer with us by taking as many flags as they could and dispersing them throughout the cemetery. Those who participated walked throughout the cemetery to ensure every veteran-marked grave received a U.S. flag in recognition of their service. “Everett truly is a great community that cares it about its veterans, and all of the volunteers have proven that every year we host this effort,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “Thank you to everyone who took the time to help honor those veterans who are no longer with us. May they rest in eternal peace.” All are welcome to join the City of Everett for the annual Memorial Day Service that will take place on Monday, May 27, at 10 a.m., at Glenwood Cemetery (entrance on Washington Avenue). Attendees are asked to meet at the Gold Star Pavilion, where the ceremony will take place. City of Everett and School Dept. employees and officials joined together to help place U.S. flags at the graves of veterans at Woodlawn Cemetery. Councillor-at-Large John Hanlon and former Ward 6 Councillor Al Lattanzi were on hand to place flags on the heroes’ graves. Volunteers taking as many flags as they can to place them on veteran-marked graves throughout the cemetery. 50 The graves of veterans with U.S. flags. 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They expressed their take on the theme “What immigration means to me” through essays, videos and works of art. Student fi nalists from fi rst place through honorable mention were awarded cash prizes from $50 to $300 during the awards ceremony at The ILC’s Have a Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Mid-grade Regular $3.95 3.35 73 69 headquarters in Malden on Friday, May 17, 2024. The ceremony was attended by the contestants and their family members and teachers, School Committee members and offi cials from all three school districts, including Malden Principal Chris Mastrangelo, Everett Principal Dennis Lynch and Medford Superintendent Marice Edouard-Vincent. Malden Mayor Gary Christenson addressed the theme Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $2.99 Order online at angelosoil.com Simran Tamang, Everett High School student and essay winner of the Teen Perspectives 2024 contest. (Courtesy of The ILC) of the competition by sharing how immigration has expanded his worldview during his public tenure. Talking specifi cally of local high school graduates, he said, “It’s so gratifying to hear when people come back, they feel like it’s been such an advantage to have lived in Malden, MedEverett High School student Gabriela Paniagua Castro with her winning work of art (on left) at The ILC Teen Perspectives 2024 award ceremony. (Courtesy of The ILC) ford and Everett because they have experienced things like I have, and it gives them an advantage that I don’t think other students have in other parts of the state and country.” First prize essayist Simran Tamang from Everett High School read her riveting story, “The Nose Ring on My Lip.” Through the cultural emblem of her nose ring, Tamang shares her personal journey from a child in Nepal to a scared fourth-grade “outsider” in Malden to becoming the confi dent young adult she is today. 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Teen Night is an opportunity to drop in, unwind and connect with peers in a supportive and positive environment. Everett resident named to Assumption University’s spring 2024 Dean’s List A ssumption University has announced that Clarence Jules, Class of 2024, of Everett, has been named to the University’s Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 for a fi ve-class, 15-credit semester to be included on the prestigious list, which is announced at the completion of the fall and spring semesters. “Earning the right to be named to the Assumption University’s Dean’s List is an extraordinary accomplishment and we congratulate those students who demonstrated exemplary academic excellence this semester,” said Assumption University President Greg Weiner, Ph.D. “These students have demonstrated a deep commitment to the pursuit of truth in the company of friends that lies at the heart of the Catholic liberal education Assumption provides.” Located in Worcester, Mass., Assumption University, which was founded in 1904 by the Augustinians of the Assumption, is a premier New England University for high-quality education, integrating career preparation and education of the whole person, drawing upon the best in the rich and centuries-long tradition of Catholic higher education. For more information about Assumption University, please visit www.assumption.edu. Led by Assistant Director of Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Eric Mazzeo, this weekly program off ers a variety of activities: games, sports, music and more. Whether a participant is looking to hang out with friends or participate in activities, this program has something for everyone. Free food and snacks will be provided to attendees. To learn more and register for this program, please visit EverettRecandEnrich.com and navigate to the Programs tab to fi nd “Teen Nights @ Rec” under the Youth Wellness section. For more information, please email Eric Mazzeo at Eric. Mazzeo@ci.everett.ma.us or call 617-394-2270 to be connected to the Youth Development and Enrichment Department. 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O n Haitian Flag Day, which took place on Saturday, May 18, the City of Everett raised the Haitian flag at Everett City Hall. In celebration of Haitian Heritage Month, which is recognized every year in May to celebrate and honor the culture and contributions of Haitian Americans to the United States, attendees were welcomed to the flag-raising ceremony and had the opportunity to hear from guest speakers offering their remarks on celebrating Everett’s Haitian community throughout the event. Following the welcoming remarks, the Haitian flag was raised to fly high at City Hall while the Haitian National Anthem was performed. The event also included community awards that were given to honorees for their work in the community and various dance performances for all to enjoy throughout the event. Upon the closing of the ceremony, those in attendance were invited to partake in free food and to learn about the services of participating organizations. “It makes me feel proud to see how united and passionate our Haitian community is here in Everett,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “The Haitian flag flying high at City Hall represents all the contributions and perseverance of not only Haitian Americans in our community, but those around our The City of Everett joined with community members and elected officials to raise the Haitian flag at City Hall in celebration of Haitian Flag Day and Haitian Heritage Month. Attendees filled Church Street to raise the Haitian flag at Everett City Hall. country. Haitian Americans in Everett are an integral part of our community, and I hope this annual ceremony serves to remind you of how valuable you are to the very fabric of the City of Everett.” All of the upcoming City of 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. One of the many performances that took place in front of City Hall throughout the ceremony. Attendees waved Haitian flags in celebration of Haitian Heritage Month. After the ceremony, attendees were invited to partake in free food. ׉ 7cassandra://kl0_a6X79r8bjR2a_DoML3pUFVJSQ8sDeiNL1M7LXak5`̰fOme)׉E THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Page 9 Everett Police honor all who served Department at Memorial Ceremony Police offi cers, elected offi cials and residents gathered to honor all who served 425r Broadway, Saugus Located adjacent to Kohls Plaza Route 1 South in Saugus at the intersection of Walnut Street We are on MBTA Bus Route 429 781-231-1111 Police Chief Steve Mazzie, Bishop Robert Brown and Mayor Carlo DeMaria joined residents to pay tribute to the police offi cers who are no longer with us. We are a Skating Rink with Bowling Alleys, Arcade and two TV’s where the ball games are always on! PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 12-7 p.m. Police Chief Steve Mazzie is shown addressing the attendees. Sunday Monday Tuesday $9.00 Price includes Roller Skates Rollerblades/inline skates $3.00 additional cost Private Parties 7:30-11 p.m. Attendees gathered outside the Everett Police Station to participate in the memorial service. Mayor Carlo DeMaria is shown speaking to the attendees at the podium. A s part of National Police Week, the Everett Police Department (EPD) hosted a memorial service in front of the Everett Police Station to honor all those who have served the City of Everett as members of the EPD. Police Chief Steve Mazzie was pleased to be joined by Bishop Robert Brown and Mayor Carlo DeMaria alongside other elected offi cials, EPD members and residents to pay tribute to Everett Police Officers who are no longer with us. Following their remarks, wreaths were placed at the memorial located outside of the Everett Police Station, and the names of the offi cers who died in the line of duty and the offi cers who served and passed away in the past year were read in recognition of their service. “Police offi cers put their lives on the line every day they come to work to protect and serve everyone in our community,” said Mayor DeMaria. “Unfortunately, some are not able to make it back home to their loved ones at the end of the day. Currently, only three Everett offi cers have ever been killed in the line of duty, and I pray that list is never updated. Their service and sacrifi ce will always be remembered.” National Police Week is nationally recognized to honor and remember those who gave their lives in the line of Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday $10.00 Price includes Roller Skates Adult Night 18+ Only Private Parties Private Parties 4-8 p.m. $10.00 8:30-11 p.m. $11. 18+ Adults Only After 7 PM 12-9 p.m. $9.00 Everyone must pay admission after 6 p.m. Rev. Bishop Robert Brown delivered the opening and closing prayers. duty. Each year, the Department hosts this memorial ceremony to recognize and refl ect upon all the offi cers who have served the City of Everett and are no longer with us. 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Strengthening oversight to prevent hospitals and other providers from exploiting the same gaps in the state’s regulatory structure that Steward Health Care exposed, the bill makes important updates to the Commonwealth’s laws that govern the oversight of hospital systems and other provider organizations. The House legislation: • Increases transparency related to the corporate structure of hospitals and other provider organizations by requiring disclosure of signifi cant for-profi t investment, including any private equity investments, and empowers the state’s Center for Health Information and Analysis to gather more fi nancial data on hospitals and other provider organizations • Enhances penalties for failure to comply with data-reporting requirements, including increased fi nancial penalties, adverse consequences for licensure, and withholding approvals of future projects • Empowers the Health Policy Commission (HPC) to scrutinize certain transactions more closely for anticompetitive impacts, such as signifi cant equity investments that result in a change of ownership or control of a hospital, conversion of a hospital from a nonprofi t to a for-profi t entity and a signifi cant transfer of a hospital’s assets • Expands the Attorney General’s authority to seek information from signifi cant equity investors, real estate investment trusts (REITs) and management service organizations as part of that offi ce’s statutory authority to monitor and investigate health care trends, and exposes entities with an ownership or controlling interest in a provider organization to potential liability under the state’s False Claims Act if the entity knew, but did not report, that a provider organization was defrauding MassHealth, for example The bill also makes important reforms to prevent acute care hospitals from selling their most valuable asset, their land, to REITs. When Steward sold their hospital properties to Medical Properties Trust (MPT) in 2016 for $1.25 billion, Steward agreed to lease back their former properties from MPT for exorbitant rents, syphoning away important resources and depriving the hospital operations and patients of needed investments. The House bill prohibits the future leasing of land from REITs for the operation of a hospital’s in-patient facilities and requires increased disclosure of other lease arrangements as part of the licensure process with the Department of Public Health (DPH). In response to the tragic death of a patient at one of Steward’s hospitals, the bill also improves patient safety by ensuring that DPH is notified if a hospital’s medical or surgical supplies are at risk of repossession because of a hospital’s fi nancial condition. The bill requires a secured creditor or vendor of medical equipment to notify the hospital and DPH of a possible repossession of equipment 60 days before the intended repossession. Addressing the rising cost of health care To address the rising cost of health care in Massachusetts, the bill reforms the HPC and the health care cost growth benchmark by establishing a benchmark-setting process that is more responsive to market pressures while also raising expectations on providers to meet the Commonwealth’s cost containment goals: • Reconstitutes the HPC board from 11 to nine members who have more current, relevant experience and insight into the trajectory of the health care market • Establishes a Technical Advisory Committee within the HPC to adjust the benchmark based on market conditions, such as infl ation, labor and workforce development costs, and the introduction of new pharmaceuticals, medical devices and other health technologies • Changes the current annual benchmark to a three-year benchmark beginning 20262029, which will allow health care entities greater fl exibility to address unexpected expenses, and give the HPC greater insight into longer-term trends • Gives the HPC increased enforcement authority when a health care entity exceeds the benchmark, and when a first performance improvement plan (PIP) is not successful, by allowing the HPC to suggest elements of a new PIP and to conduct Cost and Market Impact Review (CMIR), which might result in a referral to the Attorney General The bill also establishes a dedicated Division of Health Insurance to review health insurance rates for aff ordability for consumers and purchasers of health insurance products. Currently, the same state agency that reviews auto insurance policies reviews health insurance, an insurance product that is essential to the well-being of residents and an important aspect of one of the Commonwealth’s largest economic sectors. This bill raises the assessments on insurance companies to pay for increased staff to give health inHEALTH CARE | SEE PAGE 11 ׉ 7cassandra://y3b1n9j8hCXiE0Nb5JUXtRFvEvqJtWIViutuFF3jJqc+`̰fOme+׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Page 11 Council on Aging announces public events and programs for June M ayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Council on Aging (COA) will host the following events and programs at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea St.) in June: ● Thursday, June 6 at 12:30 p.m.: A special movie event featuring the classic film “Aunty Mame” starring Rosalind Russell. All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served free of charge. ● Friday, June 14 at 2 p.m.: The Massachusetts Horticultural Society will be at the Connolly Center for a special educational class titled “Herbs 101.” Attendees will have the opportunity to plant their own herbs with an expert from the Massachusetts Horticultural Society. Space is limited to the first 20 participants. ● Thursday, June 27 at 12:45 p.m.: This month’s Dance Party Thursday will feature DJ Tommy Sheehan playing the tunes that will get attendees moving. All adults ages 60 and up are welcome to attend this free event. For additional information about any of these events and programs, please call 617394-2270 to be connected to the Connolly Center. T Everett students graduate from Stonehill College About Stonehill College: wo local students, Jacob Jackson and John Malloy, received degrees at Stonehill College’s 73rd Commencement on Sunday, May 19, 2024. During the ceremony, Head Coach Ed Cooley ’94, of the Georgetown University men’s basketball team, gave the keynote address. The speaker also received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters deHEALTH CARE | FROM PAGE 10 surance products the scrutiny they deserve. Protecting independent community hospitals and slowing further market consolidation This legislation includes several policies to advance the House’s long-standing policy goal of protecting low-cost, high-value health care providers and of avoiding further market consolidation by larger hospital systems. The bill establishes and integrates a Rate Equity Target within the benchmark enforcement process for insurance companies, with the goal of raising the reimbursement rate for historically poorly reimbursed acute care hospitals. The bill incentivizes insurance companies to pay these hospitals no less than 15 percent below the average reimbursement rate for hospitals in the insurance company’s network during the first three-year benchmark cycle from 2026 to 2029. Thereafter, the bill guarantees a minimum percentage increase in a hospital’s reimbursement rate as a percentage of the health care cost growth benchmark. This up-front investment by commercial insurers will provide needed resources for lowcost providers for the long-term gree alongside Br. Paul Bednarczyk, C.S.C. ’80, superior general of the Congregation of Holy Cross, and Jean MacCormack, former chancellor of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and former president of the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate. For more information about Commencement, visit https://www.stonehill.edu/news. benefit to the health care market given that, if such hospitals were to close or merge with a larger hospital system, total health care costs in the Commonwealth would inevitably increase. The bill also provides a Medicaid rate enhancement for a similar group of hospitals, based on a hospital’s percentage of patients that are public. The House bill also revisits House legislation passed last session that requires applicants for new ambulatory surgery centers to partner with independent community hospitals if the facility’s primary service area would overlap with that of the independent community hospital. This measure would protect these crucial hospitals from having their most important services syphoned off by surgery facilities that do not provide the same level of community benefit as 24-hour hospitals that offer a more complete range of health care services. Stability and planning The bill establishes a Health Resource Planning Council to produce a five-year plan on how to address regional and state capacity issues, which will be housed within a reformed HPC. The bill recommits to comprehensive state and regional health resource planning, and it requires consideration of the state plan in the Determination of Need process. Stonehill College, a Catholic institution of higher learning, was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross in 1948. Located on the beautiful 387-acre campus and former estate of Frederick Lothrop Ames in North Easton, Mass., it is a community of scholarship and faith, anchored by a belief in the inherent dignity of each person. It also creates new license categories for urgent care centers and office-based surgery centers, as well as a new registration requirement for physician practices with more than 10 physicians. The bill also requires physicians to notify patients 90 days prior to terminating a patient-physician relationship, which was partly informed by Compass Medical’s abrupt closure of its physician group practice locations in May 2023. ~ Everett Public Libraries Calendar of Events ~ May 27–May 31, 2024 Parlin Adult and Teens Yarn Club: Parlin Fireplace Room, Tuesday, May 28, at 7 p.m. Come chitchat 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! Parlin Children’s Storytime and Singalong with Karen: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, May 29, at 11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of singing and storytelling with Karen! Suggested ages: newborn to six. Drama Class: Parlin Children’s Room, Wednesday, May 29, at 3 p.m. Do you have a drama queen or king at home? Drama Class in the Parlin Children’s Department is the perfect opportunity for your child to put those acting skills to use with our drama coach! Suggested ages: six to 14. Story Time Adventures with Mrs. McAuliffe: Parlin Children’s Room, Thursday, May 30, and Friday, May 31, at 11 a.m. Join Mrs. McAuliffe for our enchanting Story Time! You will be whisked away on magical adventures through the pages of your favorite books. Bring a J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. friend or make a new one in our circle of friends. Crafternoon: Parlin Craft Room, Thursday, May 30, at 3 p.m. Join us for a fun craft project and story time and let your imagination run free! Suggested ages: five and up. Fluency Fun Fridays! Parlin Children’s Room, Friday, May 31, at 3 p.m. Level up your fluency game! Join Mrs. McAuliffe for an afternoon of fun board games like Scrabble and Bananagrams, word searches and crossword puzzles. Suggested ages: five to 12. 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! Learn to power up, click around, type like a pro, explore the digital world and even send your first email. Book your Friday adventure with technology today! By appointment only on Fridays; please call the Shute Library to register for an appointment. S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. 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O n Saturday, May 18, the City of Everett hosted the annual Kids to Parks Day event at Swan Street Park. Hundreds of residents of all ages joined in this nationally recognized initiative that seeks to get youngsters and families outside and off their electronic devices – to use and enjoy their community’s recreational resources, parks and playgrounds. Celebrated on the third Saturday of May every year, the event featured various activities, interactive games, infl atable attractions, characters, face painting, music and more for all to enjoy. “I want to thank all the volunteers and organizations that participated, and everyone who came,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “I’m happy that we were able to off er this fun event for all the children and families of our community.” All of the upcoming City of Everett events can be found by visiting the events calendar The Everett Police Department handed out free bike helmets to attendees. on the City website at cityofeverett.com/calendar/category/ events/list. Residents can also follow the offi cial 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. The colossal rock-climbing infl atable was a hit with younger attendees. The Everett Fire Department provided tours of the fi re truck. Families had the opportunity to meet with Paw Patrol. The scene at Swan Street Park for Kids to Parks Day. Snapping a photo with Rex from “Toy Story”. Attendees had the opportunity to sit inside one of the Everett police vehicles. The infl atable bouncy castle. An attendee after visiting the free face painting booth. ׉ 7cassandra://L0ewnvFSbq-MnnFfz_r3GOxjP9ihbbkBsczvb9w4beU4K`̰fOme-׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Page 13 Memorial Day 2024 Mayor & The Everett City Government Messinger Insurance Agency SINCE 1921 475 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 617-387-7753 Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins EVERETT ADVOCATE www.advocatenews.net 617-387-2200 Email: Info@advocatenews.net PAUL’S TOWING, INC. 3 Buell St., Everett * (617) 389-2736 (617) 381-0000 Ward 5 School Committee Marcony Almeida Barros Mayor DeMaria, wife Stacy, Carlo III, Caroline & Alexandra ” Though we can never repay our debt to them, we honor those men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our Freedom. Carlo DeMaria & Family ׉ 7cassandra://DnRHEhbd-rxMGStc9c_E8Wdd9h_I23B-BX84wF4M4To,`̰fOme.fOme- PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://5HqvtJgeWVEiFE0kf8XqdxeezH8dkqIdZUHSYY3FnakQ`)׉ 7cassandra://nj5fMgs7rhJIbQffWUpZoWc9U781270LwihtNRfguzE|`J׉ 7cassandra://cqDeZlcYSlWQnIv0n762R3Bo8qy6ivHXaIUvbwyVubw*`̰fOmerט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://sxragbdpo1qbMbQzkktMF2q68_RrjEWtk0gpGxXMuu4`)׉ 7cassandra://0W_2d53wj9wFpC8HRxqMaF48OSluvRsiSfvPigTkT5k͆`J׉ 7cassandra://6FuCOwef9tyL9ylfYQOOwV8GEDQQtzWs1Hj3BcmngL0,`̰fOmes׉EPage 14 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Memorial Day 2024 Veterans’ Honor Roll Edward R. Cordeau William M. Daley Michael J. Fordi Douglas J. Kelly Robert F. Absher Dominic F. Bizzarro Robert L. Brogia George G. Cameron Domenic Colameta Karl A. Alander Roy F. Anderson Nicholas John Andros Joseph A. Astuti Basil E. Atwood Richard C. Babb Peter Bagarella Robert A. Barbanti Ernest R. Barton Jr. Chester E. Blair Roland F. Blair Harry M. Blake Charles H. Blanchard Carl O. Bodvar Oscar Bregman John J. Brennan Paul R. Bright George E. Brogna Willis D. Brown Charles E. Bushey Robert E. Buzzell Michael L. Cammarata William J. Cannon Matthew Caradonna Joseph Carideo Kenneth B. Carter Richard P. Casey Robert P. Coakley Carmelo Colonna Ralph Congelio James R. Connors Jr. Robert W. Conron George D. Cormier Andrew Cornoni Arthur F. Cote Joseph A. Covino John J. Coyne Richard Crooker James F. Cruikshank William D. Csicsek Augustus F. Danton Gelardo J. Dascoli Herman A. Day Thomas F. Delano Rudolph J. DeSalvatore John K. Desmond Mario E. DeVitto Joseph A. DeYoung James R. Doucette Hazen V. Earle Thomas A. Eaton Jr. Henry Edward Evans Luciano J. Filadoro William Fiore Robert R. Fiorentino Vincenzo A. Floramo Charles E. Florentino Joseph Forrest Bernard E. Gallagher Solon O. Galvin James J. Gannon William J.A. Geary Vietnam Edward J. Murphy James R. Pizzano Robert Ronga Charles F. Drew Edward H. Goodman Richard Goss James Johnstone Jr. World War II Anthony Giaimo Benjamin C. Graffam John Lucian Gregory George McLeod Guild Russell A. Henderson Everett H. Hull Warren C. Hussey Payson Hyman Herbert E. Jackson Michael Jarmulowicz Anthony J. Jeleniewski James I. Johnson Melvin J. Kelley Thomas L. Kennedy William F. Lafferty Jeffery C. Landry Thomas Langone Edward J. Larkin Anthony Lattanzio William Lepore Charles B. Logue World War I Adelbert H. Bicknell William T. Blake Alexander E. Boyland Paul A. Brosseau Mary C. Burke Roy H. Chandler Angelo Consalvo John F. Durant Anthony Dzierkocz Ivan E. Ellis Jamrs H. Evans Oreste Gagliardi Charles E. Glazebrook Carroll D. Harpell Earl G. Hilton Ralph G. Howes Wilfred B. Johnson Wilbur E. Jones John T. Kearins John F. Keefe John L. MacLean Walter L. May Daniel N. McRitchie Arleigh R. Mosher Rank J. Murphy Harry E. Murphy Edward P. Murray William S. o’Keefe Arthur H. Olsen John P. Prower Fred A. Quarleno Edgar L. Reed Charles H. Savage Jack Scharf William E. Smith Harold M. Spaulding Arthur C, Stacy Simon Steiner Edmund G. Tart Henry B. Valpey Harold C. Wasgatt Edward O. Watson Joseph F. Wehner Robert B. Whittier God Bless America State Senator Sal DiDomenico Senator Sal DiDomenico with his wife, Tricia and their sons, Sal and Matthew. State Representative Joseph McGonagle HOME OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE Robert E. Lord Jolin L. Lutley Everett L. MacDonald Herbert J. Marshall Peter P. Mastrocola Eugene D. McDonald John E. McGee Robert McGehearty Robert P. McGrann Thomas W. Milliken William Moreschi Jr. Harry C. Morrissey John E. Mulry J. Arthur Nelson George I. Nicolson Alexander W. North William J. O’Keefe Curtis W. Olson Samuel R. Parsons Fenton C. Perry Warren S. Perry Donald G. Peterson Pellegrino Porcaro John J. Possemato William R. Queenau Carmen J. Razza Albert M. Reed Armand Riccio Hazen M. Ring Arthur J. Rogers Leo J. Ronan Daniel L. Rugani Albert F. Russell Morris Rutberg Anthony J. St. Saviour Elmer P. Sampson Alexander Santilli Arthur P. Savage Walter E. Scarsciotti Carmen A. Schiavo Nuiuzione Sciulla Edward P. Scopa Sidney I. Shapiro Daniel F. Shea Jsoeph H. Simoski Charles W. Smith Joseph W. Smith Ernest M. Spear Carl Stein Raymond J. Stickney Ernest C. Tilton Pasquale A. Todesco Martin F. Turco Lawrence R. Varley Pasquale A. Vertullo Willard H. Vinal Jr. Albert Vokey Nelson Atkins Waters Herbert L. Williams Burwell H. Woodell Orin E. Woods Jr. James V. Taurisano David Allan Kuhns Korea James R. Joyce Bernard Kniznick Robert A. McManus George F. Miller Jr. Robert C. Simard Arthur E. Smith Nicholas Sorrento John c. Spellman ׉ 7cassandra://cqDeZlcYSlWQnIv0n762R3Bo8qy6ivHXaIUvbwyVubw*`̰fOme/׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Page 15 Memorial Day 2024 “Americans may not only pay tribute to our honored dead but also unite in prayer for success in our search for a just and lasting peace.” — John F. Kennedy, “Prayer for Peace,” Memorial Day 1962 Alfred Lattanzi & Family Long May It Wave! We owe tremendous gratitude to the heroic men and women who have served our country. Their COURAGE, ACHIEVEMENTS, & SACRIFICES can never be repaid. God Bless All Our War Veterans and their Families. Sacro Plaza The Sacro Companies Whitney Lorenti House Glendale Court EVERETT TAXI & MALDEN TRANS (617) 389-8100 (617) 389-1000 LESTER , PEGGY & DAVID MOROVITZ From our families and crew, thank you to all our service men & women who have given of themselves for our freedom! ׉ 7cassandra://6FuCOwef9tyL9ylfYQOOwV8GEDQQtzWs1Hj3BcmngL0,`̰fOme0fOme/ PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://j0Ge5iQ0gdXyZW0KWH6aRMejqnaYIlzJrV1GhQYyD3Q`)׉ 7cassandra://0cY5K0va8IGK38N62gGfCABp2cLuUw6pX1AWfUw9hqU͎`J׉ 7cassandra://WbhfeFh4jYnMWY8_ayaaapqLFFKI3ZlRqXB4prmv_co.`̰fOmevט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://GETJz_nBJOTtPXkIP5IBLxmcoIuoOmz7NGpgVTZS-N4`)׉ 7cassandra://GS1SZurVGEybcq7wuNX86xYe6rx_TXlh9Q48qxoEzzA͋`J׉ 7cassandra://t4ra4D37_Z11Xc1RZLy4L4q3l_cL0snxLa9ZKRNE6zM-`̰fOmewנfOme|d+Q9ׁHhttp://college.eduׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 16 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Memorial Day 2024 4 Though we can never repay our debt to them, we honor those men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our Freedom. F.J. LaRovere Insurance Agency Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro 492 Broadway, Everett 617-387-9700 Check out our new website: www.larovere.com Councillor-at-Large John F. Hanlon & Family Have A Safe Memorial Day Weekend Rocco Longo & Staff at SABATINO INSURANCE AGENCY 519 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 Rocco Longo, a proud U.S. Marine Corps Veteran GOD BLESS AMERICA! Saluting our veterans and their families for keeping America free from tyranny! Ward 5 Councillor & Council President Robert Van Campen 26 Garvey St., Everett 617-387-6877 617-387-7466 www.sabatino-ins.com Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky Everett / Medford / Winchester / Dorchester / Norwood / Plymouth memberspluscu.org ׉ 7cassandra://WbhfeFh4jYnMWY8_ayaaapqLFFKI3ZlRqXB4prmv_co.`̰fOme1׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Page 17 Meet the 2024 Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Eagles Girls’ Varsity Softball Team LADY EAGLES: Kneeling, shown from left to right: Kyra Conti, Ashley Griff one, Rachael Navaste and Leila Marcus. Top row, shown from left to right: Assistant Coach Susannah Anderson, Emily DeLeire, Ella Mangone, Bailey DeLeire, Stercika Joseph, Sofi a Marcus and Head Coach Richard McManus. (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) Tavares of Everett concludes spring season competing on the Regis College Women’s Lacrosse Team K rysonia Tavares, a sophomore student-athlete studying Nursing, competed on the Regis women’s lacrosse team during the spring 2024 season. The women’s lacrosse team concluded the 2024 season with a 9-8 overall record, the most victories for the team since the 2019 season. Head Coach Courtney Duggan earned her 100th career coaching win against Elms on April 6 as the team fi nished third in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) South Division with a 5-2 divisional record and qualifi ed for the GNAC Women’s Lacrosse Tournament. Regis College is a coed university in Weston (near Boston) founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston nearly a century ago. With over 3,200 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students enrolled on campus and in fully online graduate programs, Regis provides an academically rigorous education within the schools of nursing, arts and sciences, business and communication, and health sciences. Visit regiscollege.edu to learn more. Krysonia Tavares competed on the Regis women’s lacrosse team during the spring 2024 season. (Courtesy of Regis College) ׉ 7cassandra://t4ra4D37_Z11Xc1RZLy4L4q3l_cL0snxLa9ZKRNE6zM-`̰fOme2fOme1 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://iki6zBj5NJh3UoTaeAaV-UzhCPes0pyeA3FDTgdKzSY9`)׉ 7cassandra://9o78s4B-bm9WfGGMD8OSLYQQd_EFm3owfzsEzYxGc_U͖D`J׉ 7cassandra://V67dSEMdsnFCwy6GKi4Ubs2296GFYQiXNNp50kKmDJY1O`̰fOme}ט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://O4Ow8b-1LQ243PixNg4QYoM8glTViJZP7kw5IEgu4oU2`)׉ 7cassandra://bfRai4ZS0KTcK9jpIn-r8BXd0kXEhfmQFgPzKLj9wZA͏j`J׉ 7cassandra://JLBadjIAcDvWVuONis9g4WqEXqy5LFxnY8H1FFazBzo,`̰fOme~׉EPage 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 The final inning — EHS Crimson Tide Girls’ Varsity Softball Seniors Honored On Senior Night By Tara Vocino T he Everett High School Girls’ Varsity Softball seniors were honored on Senior Night against Lowell High School on Monday at Glendale Park. They shared their future plans: — DeSouza plans to attend UMass/Amherst, majoring in biology and on the pre-physician assistant track — Cvitkusic plans to major in biology and pre-medicine path — Foster plans to attend UMass/ Boston, majoring in medicine — Longmore plans to play softball at Bridgewater State University, majoring in criminal justice — Mason plans to study nursing at Rivier University — Masucci was awarded the Health and Public Service Award but she’s undecided on college plans. The team. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Emma Longmore was joined on the mound by her parents Alana and Mike, her brothers Tyler and Justin, her grandfather Alan, her aunt Lisa, her uncle Alan and her cousins Anthony and Marco. Seniors were congratulated by coaches. Arabella Cvitkusic was joined on the mound by her parents, Marko and Munevera, family friend Madison and her brother, Benjamin. Gianna Masucci was accompanied by her parents Laurie Haskell and Mike Masucci, her brothers Dante and Anthony, her grandmother Sandra and her aunt Suzanne. Stephany DeSouza was accompanied by her parents, Keila and Emilson during Monday’s Everett High School Girls’ Varsity Softball Senior Night at Glendale Park against Lowell High School. Alessandra Foster was accompanied by her parents Josephine and Adam as well as her brother Gaetano and her sister Graziella. Bryanna Mason was joined on the mound by her parents, Lori and Charlie, and her grandmother Lucy. ׉ 7cassandra://V67dSEMdsnFCwy6GKi4Ubs2296GFYQiXNNp50kKmDJY1O`̰fOme3׉E7THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Page 19 Non-league Lowell snaps Everett’s 10-game winning streak Tide softball wraps up regular season with games against Somerville, Cambridge, before postseason begins next week Seniors, shown from left to right: Emma Longmore, Alessandra Foster, Arabela Cvitkusic, Bryanna Mason, Chloe Salvi, Stephany DeSouza and Gianna Masucci. (Advocate file photo) By Joe McConnell he Everett High School softball team (16-2) lost its first game in a month after non-league visiting Lowell narrowly won a high scoring affair at Glendale Park on May 20, 12-10. Host Medford was the last team to beat the Tide, way back on April 22, 5-2. As of May 21, the Everett girls are 35th T in the Division 1 power rankings out of 55 teams. In a recent game, Everett shutout O’Bryant at home, 13-0 on May 10. Pitcher Peyton Warren was able to collect her fourth shutout of the year, while going five innings in another mercy rule game. Warren scattered just four hits and two walks. She fanned six batters. In the first inning, Emma Longmore singled up the middle. She advanced to second on a sacrifice bunt by Jayla Davila. Bryanna Mason singled her to third, before coming home on a passed ball to account for the first run of the game. The home team scored three more times in the second. Ashley Seward led off the frame with a single, followed by another base hit by Emilia Maria-Babcock. Both runners moved up into scoring position on a passed ball, before Warren singled home Seward. Davila then tripled home two to give her teammates a 4-0 lead after two. The Tide doubled up their advantage with four more runs in the third. Alexa Uga doubled to begin this uprising. Seward and Maria-Babcock followed with singles. Uga came home on Emilia’s hit. Arabella Cvitkusic tripled home two more runs. Warren then knocked her in on a fielder’s choice. Everett closed out its offense in this game with five more runs in the fourth. Mason got it going with a double. Masucci then singled her home, and came home herself on a triple by Seward, who scored on a single by Maria-Babcock. Emilia then stole second, before scoring on a single by Warren. The final run of the game was unearned. The Everett girls began a brand-new week at Revere, where they defeated the Patriots, 16-9 on May 13. Warren pitched all seven innings. She gave up 10 hits, two walks and eight earned runs. She whiffed nine. Everett scored one in the top of the first. Freshman Olivia Dresser ignited the offense with a single. She moved to second on a passed ball, before Mason and Uga walked to load the bases with one out. Dresser then scored on a passed ball to account for the run. Revere tied up the proceedings in the home half of the frame, and took the lead in the second with two more runs. But Everett came right back with nine runs in the third to break the game wide open. Dresser blasted a homerun over the St. Mary’s centerfield fence to start the explosion. Mason followed with a single and moved to second on a fielder’s choice. Masucci and Seward also came through with base hits. Mason scored on Ashley’s hit. With runners eventually in scoring position, Masucci scored on a rundown, with Seward moving up to third on the play. Maria-Babcock then hit a long triple to right that scored Ashley. Davila kept it going by beating out an infield hit, scoring Emilia. She then moved up to second on a passed ball, before Cvitkusic drew a walk. Both runners advanced into scoring position on a passed ball, before Davila came home on another passed ball. Longmore then singled home Cvitkusic. Uga knocked in the final two runs of the inning with a double. The Tide tacked on three more runs in the fifth. Masucci accounted for one run on a sacrifice fly. Seward and Babcock then walked with the bases loaded to bring home the other two runs. The Patriots got three back in the home half of the fifth to trim the deficit to seven, 13-6. Everett completed its offense in the seventh with three additional runs. Davila and Longmore walked with the bases loaded to produce two runs. Dresser drove in the team’s last run of the game. The Patriots scored two in their final at-bat to account for the final score. “We kept telling the girls to be patient at the plate,” said coach Stacy Poste-Schiavo. “We knew Revere is a great hitting team. I witnessed them in the past coming back to win games, so we tried to get as many runs as we could to avoid that possibility. “Peyton and (catcher) Maria-Babcock did a great job working together, and our offense helped out a lot with quality at-bats when needed,” added the veteran Everett coach. ׉ 7cassandra://JLBadjIAcDvWVuONis9g4WqEXqy5LFxnY8H1FFazBzo,`̰fOme4fOme3 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://rUanxe-Gfqjkz4j-v2AmctAQt5p-gtVW_icmxvWppB4t`)׉ 7cassandra://vhjpuKtWNrFlQg-dOsYPyBsK6yXelENXy8NEQuxHNVg͚W`J׉ 7cassandra://mIs203Cm-BHpDouxHeosq7WJvvEc9QfOp9Rll3A0BBE*`̰fOmeט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://d81ag8Ow9_28K856uB3T5Z-s0KCntkMAXVvMKs7F_XE`)׉ 7cassandra://Kjf55iUhq1RSnTa5ohrQh2eaCFaIJGhXGS57s_LkBaM͒`J׉ 7cassandra://l_2pPBX6LZLGi3SbOr2495CljlPYxklmJEQRPuL-558,J`̰fOmeנfOme ,̕9ׁHhttp://www.ilctr.orgׁ ׁ ЈנfOme X9ׁHhttps://www.ilctr.org/contest.ׁ ׁ ЈנfOmȅD9ׁHhttp://row.Thׁ ׁ Ј׉EPage 20 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Tide baseball begins final week with win against non-league host Greater Lawrence Both teams will face each other again in a rematch later today at Glendale on Senior Day By Joe McConnell E verett High School firstyear baseball coach Malik Love took over a very young team that consisted of mostly underclassmen with the exception of three varsity seniors – Alex Lara, Justin Longmore and Enrico Vega – but its worst losing streak this year was six games in a row.They managed to win five games, an achievement based on perseverance and a determined attitude to succeed. The Crimson Tide (5-13) recorded their most recent triumph Monday afternoon (May 20) against non-league host Greater Lawrence, 4-2. They close out the season later today (May 24) against the same opponent, but this time at Glendale Park on Senior Day, beginning at 4 p.m. Senior Day festivities will get underway approximately 3:30 p.m. Two days earlier, the local nine took on non-league Charlestown afBUDGET | FROM PAGE 6 my vocal resonance slowly maneuvers my nose ring out of my lips and back to its former residence. No longer are my lips sealed by the ornament decorating my face. More so, I am delighted to uphold a piece of my culture in educational settings and beyond it. I am a presence who transcends beyond the nose ring that once governed my life. I am an advocate for my community, a skilled accountant, and just a girl with a nose ring. And proud of it.” In the visual art category, Everett High School student Gabriela Paniagua Castro finished first for her vibrant and vivid artwork called “Nuevas Esperanzas/New Hopes.” In selecting this piece, the judges described it as “a profound depiction of the aspiration shared by many immigrants striving for a better future for their children.” Three contestants were recognized in the video category: Medford High ter press deadline. They had already defeated the Townies on May 10, 10-2. ‘We have been getting better each week,” said Love. “We’re more familiar with each other’s strengths and weaknesses, and as a result the confidence level to compete on the varsity level is much higher.” Isaiah Goffigan pitched fourplus innings against Greater Lawrence, before Derek Soper, who ended up getting the win, relieved him in the fifth with runners on first and second and no outs. The score was tied at one at that time. Soper first induced a double play, when shortstop Nordeivy Santana caught a liner, before throwing to first baseman Jose Portillo to record the second out. Centerfielder Alex Lara then caught a flyball to get out of the jam. In the sixth, Goffigan broke the tie with a two-run double, scoring Lara and Nordeivy Santana. They added some insurSchool student Michael Pach received the Journalistic Achievement Award; Medford High School student Mosammat Habiba received the Narrative Achievement Award; and Everett High School student Elisa Alves received the Visual Achievement Award. Other finalists included Malden High School student Kathleen Yick for second-place essay, an anonymous Medford High School student for third-place essay, Malden High School student Miaoyi Hu for second-place artwork and Malden High School student Hadjar Yousfi for thirdplace artwork. In total, 14 students from all three high schools received honorable mentions. This year’s judges: Mark Puleo from Brazilian Magazine, Carmel Salhi from Northeastern University and Jodie Zalk from Malden Reads for essays; videographer Seth Bender and Associate Director Anne D’Urso-Rose from Urban Media Arts for videos; and artist Bitho Faustin, Ed RoSeniors, shown from left to right: Justin Longmore, Alex Lara, Sebastian Fong and Aman Mustafa. (Advocate file photo) ance in the seventh with an unearned run. Last Friday, the Everett boys lost a competitive battle to non-league Lowell at Glendale, 8-4. It was a close 3-2 game cha, founder and president of Rola Corporation and Rola Languages, Pam Shanley from Arts Collaborative Medford, Anna Thai from Anna Thai Embroidery and Kevin Thai from Three Circles Studio for visual arts. All of this year’s submissions as well as previous year’s winners can be seen on The ILC’s website at https://www.ilctr.org/contest. About The Immigrant Learning Center, Inc. The ILC, of Malden, Mass., is a nonprofit organization that gives immigrants a voice in three ways. The English Language Program provides free, year-round English for Speakers of Other Languages classes; the Public Education Institute informs Americans about immigrants and immigration in the United States, and the Institute for Immigration Research produces multidisciplinary research on immigrants and immigration to the United States. For more information, visit http://www.ilctr.org. early on. Goffigan accounted for the Everett offense with a two-run double. Nordeivy Santana pitched the first four-plus innings, before Soper finished up on the ACCREDITATION | FROM PAGE 2 When people walk into the building, they feel welcome and safe. Without that, nothing else works.” Ward 1 School Committee member Margaret Cornelio expressed concerns about space and an eventual point of no return, although student populations rise and fall. It is a crowded building with 2,304 students and a staff of over 280. “We have to double up on space,” Lynch answered. “It’s tough but we do what we have to. My job is to make sure teachers have space to teach and students have space to learn. NEASC was impressed with how we use nontraditional space as classroom space.” The one area EHS was found to not meet standards is “a written curriculum in a consistent format for all courses in all departments across the school.” “NEASC will tell you very few schools hit that marker,” Lynch reported. “It’s a goal we’re striving for and the curriculum doesn’t have to change.” The last accreditation dates from 2011. The planned 10mound. “It was good to be in a close game against a real good program like Lowell,” said Love. “We’re now looking to finish the season strong.” year interval was delayed due to the pandemic. NEASC is requesting a First Report on Progress and Planning by February 1 and a Three-Year Report on February 1, 2027. Other steps will culminate in a new accreditation in 2033. In other items, the members recognized the recent award-winning participation of the EHS STEM Club at a recent competition in North Carolina. They finished first in graphic design and second in robotics. Ward 4 School Committee member Robin Babcock, who is under investigation for alleged misconduct, was absent as were Vice Chairperson Samantha Lambert, Ward 6 member Joseph D’Onofrio and Mayor Carlo DeMaria. Nevertheless, a quorum was achieved with six members present. Neither Hart ror Ward 3 member and Chairperson Jeanne Cristiano would comment on the investigation. In other news, High School permanent substitute teacher Barry Norman has been placed on paid leave following the publication of a book that is felt to be disrespectful of students. ׉ 7cassandra://mIs203Cm-BHpDouxHeosq7WJvvEc9QfOp9Rll3A0BBE*`̰fOme5׉ETHE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Page 21 Council on Aging to Host June Senior Social June 21 Gather with friends for a delicious meal, dancing and plenty of fun E VERETT – Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce the City of Everett’s Council on Aging (COA) will be hosting the June Senior Social on Friday, June 21, at 11:45 a.m., at the Connolly Center (90 Chelsea Street). The COA has chosen a delicious meal that includes garden salad, steak tips, barbecue chicken, baked potato, seasonal vegetables, rolls with butter, coff ee and dessert. DJ Chris Fiore will provide the music and dancing is encouraged. Ticket sales are ongoing at the Connolly Center. Please see Cathi or call 617-394-2270 to be connected to the Connolly Center. OBITUARIES ~IN MEMORIAM~ In Loving Memory of Margaret E. “Nana” Riley April 30, 1943 - May 27, 2016 Assunta Maria Meola loving Nonna of Angela Maria and Tina DiNunzio. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett. You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide, Although we cannot see you, You’re always at our side. We miss and love you so much, George, Peggy, Kaitlin, Michael, Jeanne, and Michael, Jr. O f Everett. Entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 20, 2024 in the Everett Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a brief illness. She was 90 years of age. Born in Griecie, Avellino, Italy, Assunta lived in Everett for many years. While in her home town, Assunta worked in the farms. Beloved wife of the late Antonio DiNunzio; dear and devoted mother of Matteo DiNunzio and his wife, Josephine of Everett; ׉ 7cassandra://l_2pPBX6LZLGi3SbOr2495CljlPYxklmJEQRPuL-558,J`̰fOme6fOme5 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://rV3RJp6g5uyXAbjp9-fzHkDMvfy5aKT9udsPrV9lriY @`)׉ 7cassandra://QkgK5eqaAdSCA2aoQBiiC06_VHhzzWNIO_F_7MwMHy4͢`J׉ 7cassandra://-gnh2tc670bBk5gNnkq3Kt_1rXZaTGgZvojc8u8uOhc(7`̰fOmeט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://vpqgkPZ3Ca3HxfZdeCSzuWXlkoU1k9WNYgmsstPAja8/`)׉ 7cassandra://00njvzaK-JGWKIg2ZG1TKNcK66VgJ2a2phXpYA2hrNcͅ`J׉ 7cassandra://unb7j1o8YQbhQOJApUTTSW31yKFnbXY1l5oAQSfjGIo#`̰fOmeנfOmeW9ׁH%mailto:matt.lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.usׁ ׁ ЈנfOme ȯ̥9ׁH!mailto:bob@beaconhillrollcall.comׁ ׁ ЈנfOmeX̌9ׁHhttp://cityofeverett.comׁ ׁ ЈנfOmė9ׁHhttp://cityofeverett.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E'Page 22 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ votes on roll calls from the week of May 1317. There were no roll calls in the Senate last week. The House gave near unanimous approval to two major bills – one making major investments in information technology (IT) upgrades, and the other aimed at restoring stability to the health care system, bolstering accountability within the industry and controlling health care spending. Only two representatives voted against the IT bill – Reps. Nick Boldyga (R-Southwick) and Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica). And only Boldyga voted against the health care measure. Beacon Hill Roll Call asked Boldyga for a quote on why he voted against both bills. “It just feels good to vote the right way on these issues,” he responded. Beacon Hill Roll Call also asked Lombardo why he voted against the IT proposal. Nancy Cadigan, Lombardo’s chief of staff, echoed Boldyga’s response. “That sums it up. Sounds perfect,” said Cadigan. FUNDING FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (H 4642) House 152-2, approved and sent to the Senate a bill to invest in information technology (IT) upgrades, improvements and new projects across state government. The measure authorizes $1.23 billion in bonded spending and $400 million in anticipated federal funds. Provisions include $750 million to improve service delivery to the public; $200 million for technology and telecommunications infrastructure improvements and maintenance; $200 million to support the security of the state’s IT Infrastructure; and $250 million for various strategic initiatives, improvements to business intelligence and modernization of governmental functions. “The [bill] will make state government more accessible and more effective for everyone in Massachusetts by ensuring our IT systems are upto-date, safe and secure and easy to use,” said Gov. Maura Healey. “This will put Massachusetts in a stronger position to take advantage of new innovations, like applied AI, in ways that benefit our residents, businesses and economy.” “Ensuring that the commonwealth is investing heavily in our technology infrastructure is critical, as protecting against cybersecurity threats, and enabling state agencies to operate with an increased level of efficiency, are vital aspects of our effort to make Massachusetts more safe, effective, and prepared in a world dominated by increasingly sophisticated technologies,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “The passage of the [bill] marks a significant milestone in Massachusetts’ journey towards technological advancement and growth, promising a safer, more connected future for all residents,” said Rep. Michael Finn (D-West Springfield), House Chair of the Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets. (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes $7.5 MILLION IN ADDITIONAL FUNDING (H 4642) House 152-2, approved an IT bill consolidated amendment that would add $7.5 million, mostly to fund local projects, to the price tag of the measure. Amendment supporters said these additional local projects are important to many cities and towns across the state. They argued the amendment would make the bill even better. Not included in the consolidated amendment was a proposal by Rep. Mike Soter (R-Bellingham), that would ban the use or download of TikTok by public employees on state-owned electronic devices. Since it was not included, the proposal simply died and no further action was taken. Soter could have requested a separate roll call vote on his proposal, but he chose not to do so. Soter did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on why he filed the proposal and why he didn’t ask for debate and a separate roll call on it. Most of the decisions on which representatives’ proposals are included or not included in the IT bill are made behind closed doors. Of the 59 proposals, many of them were bundled into the single consolidated amendment. The system works this way: Individual representatives file proposals. All members then pitch their proposals to Democratic leaders who draft a single consolidated amendment that includes some of the individual representatives’ proposals while excluding others. Supporters of the system say that any representative who sponsored an excluded proposal can bring it to the floor and ask for debate and an up or down vote on the proposal itself. They say this system has worked well for many years. Opponents say that rarely, if ever, does a member bring his or her proposal to the floor for an up-or-down vote because that is not the way the game is played. It is an “expected tradition” that you accept the fate of your amendment as determined by Democratic leaders. (A “Yes” vote is for the $7.5 million. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes HEALTH CARE CHANGES (H 4643) House 152-1, approved and sent to the Senate a 102-page bill that supporters said aims to “restore stability to the health care system, bolster accountability within the industry, and control health care spending to ensure that everyone in Massachusetts has access to quality, affordable health care.” According to the State House News Service, the measure “combines reforms intended to avert a repeat of the Steward Health Care crisis with changes designed to boost state oversight of facility expansions and closures, refine cost control tools to better account for fluctuations and increase funding for hospitals that typically serve high shares of low-income patients and people of color.” “This legislation looks to the past, present and future of health care in the commonwealth,” said Rep. John Lawn (D-Watertown), House chair of the Committee on Health Care Financing. “It closes loopholes and shines a light on blind spots that allowed Steward to exploit Massachusetts patients for profit. It protects and preserves underpaid community hospitals that are the lifeblood of medicine in the commonwealth. And it plans for stable and affordable health care growth moving forward.” “This bill is the most significant health care market oversight and cost containment legislation in more than a decade and is a continuation of the commonwealth’s long-standing effort to ensure that everyone in Massachusetts has access to quality, affordable health care,” said House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy). “This legislation will help stabilize our health care system and ensure accountability from all stakeholders, as we continue to recover from the aftereffects of the pandemic,” said Rep. Aaron Michlewitz (D-Boston), chair of the House Ways and Means Committee. “By strengthening oversight and making much needed reforms, this legislation will not only steady the industry, but will also help control costs for consumers.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL RAISE FINE FOR “RIGHT OF WAY” VIOLATIONS (H 3477) – The House gave initial approval to a measure that would raise from $35 to $200 the fine for violating the traffic rule that provides when two vehicles approach or enter an intersection at approximately the same instant, the operator of the vehicle on the left must yield the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right. The proposal also imposes additional penalties and/ or license revocation for up to six months for any of these violations that cause death, serious bodily harm or bodily harm. Sponsor Rep. Steven Xiarhos (R-Barnstable) noted the bill is named “Cecelia’s Law” - in memory of Cecelia Finnegan Alldredge of Sagamore who was killed on September 6, 2020, when a car turned in front of her and caused a fatal crash. “For the past three years, the Massachusetts Motorcycle Association, along with the Finnegan family and myself, have been tirelessly advocating for the passage of a bill aimed at increasing penalties for drivers responsible for accidents like the one that took Cecilia’s life,” said Xiarhos. “With motorcyclist fatalities reaching alarming levels nationwide, it is imperative that we take proactive measures to protect vulnerable road users.” MUNICIPAL LIGHT PLANTS (H 3142) – The House gave initial approval to a bill that would allow the Bay State’s 41 municipal light plants to provide services to other Massachusetts municipal and state plants, and plants in other states. Current law prohibits this practice. Supporters said the bill will encourage more efficient services such as constructing, maintaining and repairing utility poles and traffic signals across the state and will also enable municipal light plants to sell, rent and lease merchandise. “This bill will allow for an expansion of services offered by municipal light plants to surrounding communities,” said sponsor Rep. Jay Barrows (R-Mansfield). “This will be good for consumers as it ideally would enable more competitive services to be provided.” MUST INFORM CUSTOMERS ABOUT INSURANCE AVAILABILITY FOR HEATING OIL SPILLS (H 3686) – The House gave initial approval to a proposal that would require retail companies that sell home heating oil to annually inform all their customers of the opportunity to purchase insurance for heating oil spills. Current law requires that insurance companies make coverage available for owners but supporters of this bill say that while coverage is available, there are many documented cases of insurance companies not making owners aware that the coverage is available. They said this often results in homeowners being unaware they do not have insurance coverage until after they experience a liquid fuel tank leak. They noted that the bill will provide an additional layer of customers being informed of the availability of the insurance. Supporters said that some 100 homeowners experience an oil leak in Massachusetts every year. They noted that leaks can incur costly damage to the residence itself, but under Massachusetts law owners are BHRC | SEE PAGE 23 ׉ 7cassandra://-gnh2tc670bBk5gNnkq3Kt_1rXZaTGgZvojc8u8uOhc(7`̰fOme7׉E!THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 Page 23 BHRC | FROM PAGE 22 responsible for environmental cleanup, which can rise to $100,000 or more, to dispose of contaminated soil and mitigate the spread in surrounding areas. Rep. Michael Day (D-Stoneham), the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking him to comment on why he fi led the bill and how he feels about its initial approval. QUOTABLE QUOTES “It is an honor to be named the most sustainable state in the nation. State and local partnerships like the Green Communities program have propelled clean energy innovation across Massachusetts. We are grateful for the hard work being done by our cities and towns to address climate change and protect public health. Local action is vital to reducing Massachusetts’ carbon emissions.” ---Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll reacting to Forbes Magazine ranking Massachusetts as the most environmentally-friendly state in the nation. “Every day we off er shelter, services and support with funding that doesn’t come close to the need. Our state has been a national leader in the fi ght to end homelessness and we are here today because we intend to continue to lead. But we need the resources to do it.” --- Lifebridge North Shore Vice President of Advocacy and Community Relations Gary Barrett advocating for funding for homeless programs, as members of the statewide Coalition for Homeless Individuals lobbied legislators on Beacon Hill for increased funding for homeless programs. “We are wholeheartedly dedicated to empowering our servicemembers, veterans and their families with comprehensive support across Massachusetts. This funding strengthens the backbone of our veteran community by expanding crucial peer support networks and broadening our suicide prevention eff orts, ensuring that we meet the evolving needs of our veterans with precision and compassion.” --- Jon Santiago, Secretary of Veterans Aff airs, announcing $2 million in grants through the Veterans Community Initiative Grant program for 15 community organizations to support informal and formal peer support eff orts as well as fund innovative programming to address suicide prevention in the veteran and servicemember community in Massachusetts. “Every day, but especially as we honor Mental Health Awareness Month, we work to reduce stigma associated with mental health challenges and suicidal thoughts. Through initiatives like suicide prevention services funding and the Roadmap for Behavioral Health Reform, it is our hope that anyone who struggles with their mental health know where to access services, and that it is OK to talk to someone and seek help.” ---Health and Human Services Secretary Kate Walsh announcing $1.9 million in annual state funding over the next 11 years awarded to 19 community organizations to provide suicide prevention, intervention and postvention services across the state. “I’m excited for this opportunity to showcase Massachusetts’ climate and economic leadership on the global stage, and to make the case for why businesses should consider starting and growing in our state. Massachusetts deeply values our close relationship with Italy and the Vatican City State, and we see this trip as an excellent opportunity to strengthen ties and strategize on future opportunities for collaboration.” ---Gov. Maura Healey commenting on her trip to Italy with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. “The governor and mayor are jet setting to Italy under the guise of climate change awareness to learn new strategies on how they can force the people of Massachusetts to cut our consumption. In the age of Zoom and remote meeting options, there’s no reason for the contradicting emissions-heavy flight across the Atlantic in the name of saving our planet. There is so much pageantry, flaunting of their status, self-celebration and hypocrisy.” --- Paul Craney, a spokesman for the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week May 13-17 the House met for a total of 13 hours and nine minutes and the Senate met for a total of nine minutes. EVERETT CITY HALL INVITATION FOR BID The City of Everett, Massachusetts invites bids for: “On-call Installation, Repairs and Service of Municipal Overhead Doors” Contract No. 24-55 The selected vendor will provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, permits and supervision necessary for On-call installation, repairs and service of the City of Everett’s overhead doors for all City of Everett buildings as directed by the Director of Facilities, in accordance with the conditions, requirements, and specifications attached. Bid Documents will be available after 9 a.m. on May 29, 2024, at Purchasing - Everett, MA - Official Website (cityofeverett.com) All bids shall be submitted to the Everett Purchasing Office prior to June 13 at 2:00 p.m. at the address listed above. The contract will be awarded under the provisions of M.G.L. c. 149 to the lowest cost responsible and responsive bidder offering the lowest total price for all three years of the contract. It is the responsibility of prospective proposers and or bidders to check Purchasing - Everett, MA - Official Website (cityofeverett.com) for new information any addenda or modifications to any solicitation. If any changes are made to this IFB, an addendum will be issued. Addenda will be posted to the City’s webpage. The City of Everett reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or to award or not to award the contract for any reason the Mayor determines to be in the City’s and/or the public’s best interest. May 24, 2024 ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ CITY OF EVERETT Mon. May 13 House 11:03 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. Senate 11:15 a.m. to 11:19 a.m. Tues. May 14 No House session No Senate session Wed. May 15 House 11:02 a.m. to 4:25 p.m. No Senate session Thurs. May 16 House 10:59 a.m. to6:34 p.m. Senate 11:02 a.m. to 11:07 a.m. Fri. May 17 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FY2022/2023 MASSACHUSETTS CDBG PROGRAM Notice is hereby given that the City of Everett, acting through the Department of Planning and Development, will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in the Speaker George Keverian Room, 3rd floor, Everett City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the proposed program amendment, to reprogram funding originally awarded to the Justice Resource Institute (JRI) in the amount of $40,000 to Action for Boston Community Development, Inc. (ABCD) under the FY2022-2023 CDBG program. Under the proposed program amendment, ABCD will support Everett residents in emergency rental and utility assistance and housing counseling. The City encourages a broad spectrum of participation by residents and other interested parties in order to better understand and serve the needs of the community. If you require translation services, accommodations for the hearing impaired, or other accommodations, please contact the Department of Planning and Development at least one week prior to the meeting. Any person or organization so willing will be afforded an opportunity to be heard. Any comments or suggestions may be made at the hearing or before the hearing in writing to the Department of Planning and Development, Room 25, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149. For more information, please contact the Department of Planning and Development at Everett City Hall, Room 25, or by contacting Matt Lattanzi at matt.lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or at 617-944-0206. May 17, 24, 2024 ׉ 7cassandra://unb7j1o8YQbhQOJApUTTSW31yKFnbXY1l5oAQSfjGIo#`̰fOme8fOme7 PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://0SWDwUpQrchjvcvRwdXBK7FygnHxmqSfaMClhdew--I Q`)׉ 7cassandra://b4kJHy_-b59cn_lStZp48uW46MW0XxxQ5sHrN-oSg6o͛`J׉ 7cassandra://T8Ax3bQXJSqC1fUbO64Hn0nRrndtSoKFNHrU2BFsFww'@`̰fOmeט((u׉׉ 7cassandra://_xZ9Kkk9BnketPDfkYDtUZBqMivmKC47PDpeG7TD7Ig`)׉ 7cassandra://pgHUuii1pN3FlvX78_3royWbG5C6SzNMUjAXaffpasMͤ`J׉ 7cassandra://fyS2Ltk4XOz9lgR-JuMzenS9b5bn25LeMOZZzvCTnis0`̰fOmeנfOme"9ׁH$http://FACEBOOK.COM/ADVOCATE.NEWS.MAׁ ׁ ЈנfOme 3̺9ׁHhttp://www.thewarrengroup.comׁ ׁ Ј׉E)@Page 24 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 BUDGET | FROM PAGE 1 infrastructure, public safety resources and the fixed costs that come with being an employer. It also includes increases to the City’s contribution level to our schools, as well as our police and fire departments and recommended investments to support our youth, including an expanded focus on increasing the support we provide them in the area of workforce development and readiness. We also are expanding investment in our diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.” The Mayor’s current budget Neighborhood Affordable General Contractors 857-258-5584 Home Improvements Consultants Residential/ Commercial • Interior/ Exterior • New Construction Build and Design • Attics • Basements • Additions Vinyl Siding •Roofing • Porches Windows • Kitchen and bathrooms Pre-approved Contractors for first time home buyers programs VICTOR V. MA CSL#088821 Quality Work @ Reasonable Rates Free Estimates! 30 Years Experience! proposal is an increase of approximately $13.2 million over $268.6 million in Fiscal 2024. Setting aside schools and fixed costs, city departments average an increase over last year’s budget of 6.2%. “With increases in costs, the Mayor is doing what he can to maintain level services,” Chief of Staff Erin Deveney told the Everett Advocate in a phone interview. “There are obligations we have to fulfill. The greatest fixed cost is employee health insurance and public utility costs. They’re not discretionary. We don’t get to negotiate those.” “We are facing increases in fixed costs as well,” Everett Public Schools Supt. William Hart said while addressing a City Council Budget Subcommittee of the Whole Tuesday, May 21. Department requests and the Mayor’s recommendation for health insurance is $28,402,176, up from $25,761,748 in Fiscal 2024. That’s the vast majority of department requests and the Mayor’s recommendation for overall employee benefits of $28,520,976, up from $25,877,748 in Fiscal 2024. Total fixed costs for all city departments and the School Department are proposed at $66,551,995, up from $64,098,685 in Fiscal 2024. The School Department half of the budget is $135,307,416, ~ 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 In The Matter of: The Patricia Corrigan Irrevocable Trust Date of Death: 07/20/2022 CITATION ON PETITION FOR ALLOWANCE OF ACCOUNT To all interested persons: A Petition has been filed by: Bank of America, N.A. of, Mary Cunio of, requesting allowance of the 5th (Being 25th) through 20th (Being 40th) & Final account(s) as Trustee and any other relief as requested in the Petition. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before 10:00 a.m. on 06/12/2024. 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 date, action may be taken without further notice to you. WITNESS, Hon. Terri L. Klug Cafazzo, First Justice of this Court. Date: May 15, 2024 TARA E. DeCRISTOFARO REGISTER OF PROBATE May 24, 2024 up 5.21% from $128,612,364 in Fiscal 2024. Water and Sewer Enterprise Funds comprise another $22,493,627. In the budget, some items are accounted for in multiple line items. For instance, fixed costs are calculated separately and woven into department budgets. The overall budget for city departments, other than the schools and Enterprise Funds, is $80,033,291. Within that $45,297,464 is for Public Safety; $16,510,497 for City Services; $10,386,663 for General Government; $5,183,481 for Human Services and $2,655,186 for Libraries and Recreation. A deeper breakdown includes the Executive Office of the Mayor’s overall budget request and the Mayor’s recommendation of $1,053,074, up from $1,031,598 in Fiscal 2024, including request and recommendation of $225,000 for the Mayor’s salary up from $208,177; request and recommendation of $158,451 for Deveney, up from $153,836 and request and recommendation of $96,542 for Executive Manager/Scheduler Doloris Lattanzi, up from $93,730; The City Council overall budget request is $580,980, up from $587,075 in Fiscal 2024, with lower recommendation from the Mayor of $578,061. Within that is the budget request and Mayor’s recommendation for salaries of $126,439, up from $122,267 in Fiscal 2024 and request of $362,141 for stipends for Councillors, up from $353,468 in Fiscal 2024, with lower recommendation from Mayor of $359,222; For City Council Legislative Aide Michael Mangan, the request and Mayor’s recommendation is $63,872, up from $62,012 in Fiscal 2024 and the request and Mayor’s recommendation is for Research Specialist David Flood is $62,063, up from $60,255 in Fiscal 2024. The Auditor’s Office overall budget request is $868,612 and the Mayor’s lower recommendation is $852,512, up from $854,888 in Fiscal 2024. Within that, $183,687 is the budget request and Mayor’s recommendation for Auditor Eric Demas of $183,687, up from $178,337 in Fiscal 2024. The Police Department overall budget request is $20,476,310 and the Mayor’s lower recommendation is $20,255,992, up from $19,068,452 8 in Fiscal 2024, including $15,587,231 request for salaries and the Mayor’s lower recommendation for $15,402,334, up from $14,207,536 in Fiscal 2024. The Fire Department overall budget request is $19,124,090 and the Mayor’s lower recommendation is $17,952,117, up from $15,958,998 in Fiscal 2024, including $10,911,556 request for salaries and the Mayor’s lower recommendation for $10,131,773, up from $9,641,712 in Fiscal 2024. The City Solicitor’s Office overall budget request is $783,039 and the Mayor’s lower recommendation is $647,559, down from $972,973 in Fiscal 2024. Within that are the request and Mayor’s recommendation of $160,526 for City Solicitor Colleen Mejia, up from $144,200 in Fiscal 2024; the request and Mayor’s recommendation for $127,308 for Assistant Solicitor Keith Slattery, up from $123,600 in Fiscal 2024 and the $120,000 request for unfilled Assistant Solicitor for Labor and Employment and Mayor’s recommendation of $0, down from $95,484 in Fiscal 2024. Presumably this will be funded of the position is filled; The Planning Department overall budget request is $937,934 and the Mayor’s lower recommendation is $849,443 down from $941,746 in Fiscal 2024, including $50,266 request and Mayor’s recommendation for Director of Planning and Development Matt Lattanzi, down from $61,002 in Fiscal 2024. Lattanzi will earn $125,664, up from $122,004 in Fiscal 2024. The lower budget item from City funds is because a grant to supplement his salary is rising from $61,002 to $75,398. The Transportation Department overall request is $625,374 and the Mayor’s lower recommendation is $481,253, down from $558,802 in Fiscal 2024, in~ Help Wanted ~ Eliot Community Human Services, Inc. seeks Clinical Supervisor to provide overall clinical supervision and oversight of service delivery for up to 28 persons serviced; clinical guidance and support in developing interventions and supervision of team members; direct supervision to all staff both in the office and in the field. Complete intakes of new persons required assessments, and crisis plans; Obtain authorizations and coordinate admissions according to agency and DMH policies. Guide the clinical direction of treatment plans and interventions developed in collaboration with case managers. Req. MA in Mental Health Counseling or related field & Mass. Clinical License. Location: 52 Sharon Street, Malden, MA 02148. Send resume to: Joseph Dodd at 125 Hartwell Ave, Lexington, MA 02421 cluding a $120,202 budget request and Mayor’s recommendation for Transportation Planner Jay Monty, up from $116,702 in Fiscal 2024. The City Clerk’s Office overall request of $488,623 and Mayor’s lower recommendation of $469,123, down from $490,476 in Fiscal 2024, including the request and Mayor’s recommendation of $135,920 for City Clerk Sergio Cornelio, up from $131,215 in Fiscal 2024. In addition, the Library Department overall budget request is $1,588,659 and the Mayor’s lower recommendation is $1,538,098, up from $1,398,386 in Fiscal 2024, including the request and Mayor’s recommendation of $100,534 for Library Director Ken Sheehan, up from $97,606 in Fiscal 2024. Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro said he is still studying the budget. “We need to be responsible while keeping the level of services we expect,” he said. “The administration and the Council both believe our residents deserve the level of service we’ve provided.” Councillor At-Large Katy Rogers said, as a new member, she was relying on her colleagues for guidance, but hadn’t heard anything major concerns voiced. “I feel there’s a lot of waste,” Councillor At-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin said of her perusal of the budget. “Everett is a majority minority city and the budget doesn’t represent the City. I see high salaries for people that don’t live here to spend money and help the local economy.” Jabouin did not cite any examples in her remarks. The Council approved the School Department budget at the meeting without much objection. “What we submitted was pretty clean,” Hart feels. “Their budget increase is tracking with the increase in the school population,” Council President Robert Van Campen said. “The increase isn’t unreasonable.” DiPierro asked Hart if the total will cover the Fiscal Year or if additional appropriations might be needed. “I hope not and it wouldn’t be significant,” Hart answered. “I will do my best to have any additional appropriation have the least financial impact while not affecting education.” Alcy Jabouin regrets the School Department budget doesn’t address overcrowding. “Whether we like it or not we need space,” she said. “We’re squeezed out. 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Joe Duggan, Broker/Owner Ronnie Puzon, Broker/Owner Lisa Smallwood Lori Johnson Dragana Vrankic Pat Torcivia Lucia Ponte Michelle Luong Dale Brousseau Dale Annemarie Torcivia Michael Foulds Mich Diane Horrigan gan TRINITY REAL ESTATE | 321 MAIN STREET| SAUGUS, MA| VILLAGE PARK Tenzing Rapgyal Joe Scibelli TRINITY REAL EST 781.231.9800 TrinityHomesRE.com Justin Dedominicis | VILLA E PAR ׉ 7cassandra://J6fhGUmzLZbdrxN4oo9qMeSvNQYSwFZhWTw10wP8EoQ+`̰fOme<fOme; PבCט(u׉׉ 7cassandra://BdEUY1Yz4BE541S_3acNi-wmdCbrY-WgIvKhd-slCnYe`)׉ 7cassandra://O035KXxJM4q78oF6RDiWatCc6sC9U8zftDfYBPzSsGs͎`J׉ 7cassandra://I1doZxleREXi4owKc4uBRcjNQT7oXUrD3k1xEhtl3D0+`̰fOme׉EPage 28 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 24, 2024 FOR SALE FOR SALE- FULLY RENOVATED FOUR BEDROOM, 2.5 BATHROOM HIP ROOF COLONIAL. THIS HOME HAS A NEW ROOF, NEW SIDING, NEW WINDOWS, NEW GAS HEAT HVAC SYSTEMS, AND CENTRAL AIR. YOU WILL BE WOWED BY THE OPEN CONCEPT WITH NEW KITCHEN, CUSTOM BUILT ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, AND NEW CUSTOM TILED BATHROOMS. BONUS FINISHED 3RD FLOOR FOR ADDED SPACE! THERE IS ALSO NEW RED OAK FLOORING AND FRESH PAINT THROUGHOUT. THIS IS NOT ONE TO MISS!! BEVERLY CALL KEITH FOR MORE DETAILS 781-389-0791 FOR SALE FOR SALE- THIS 3+ BEDROOM, 3 BATH RANCH IS NEWLY RENOVATED AND OFFERS PLENTY OF ROOM FOR EVERYONE! THE KITCHEN FEATURES WHITE & GRAY CABINETS WITH AN ISLAND OPEN TO THE DINING AREA AND WINDOWS OVERLOOKING THE PRIVATE BACKYARD, DECK AND IN-GROUND POOL. THE EXTENDED FAMILY BECAUSE THERE IS AN IN-LAW UNIT WITH AN ADDITIONAL KITCHEN, LIVING/ DINING ROOM, BEDROOM, AND BATH. LYNNFIELD $ 975,000 CALL DEBBIE 617-678-9710 FOR SALE FOR SALE- NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE RIGHT INTO THIS COMPLETELY REMODELED CAPE WITH PRIDE OF. OWNERSHIP THROUGHOUT LARGE EAT IN KITCHEN, MASTER SUITE WITH FULL BATH. CORNER LOT GARAGE GREAT YARD. LYNN $649,500 CALL RHONDA 781-705-0842 FOR SALE FOR SALE-NEW CONSTRUCTION WITH 3800 SQFT OF LIVING! THIS HOME FEATURES 9’ CEILINGS ON BOTH FLOORS, CUSTOM KITCHEN THERMADOR APPLIANCES, 10' ISLAND, FP IN FAMILY ROOM WITH COFFERED CEILING, WIDE PLANK OAK 6" HW FLOORS. 2ND FLOOR LAUNDRY, 4 BEDROOMS, LARGE PRIMARY SUITE W/ CUSTOM WALK-IN CLOSET & WALK-IN SHOWER. ENTERTAINMENT AREA WITH A FULL BATHROOM AND A CUSTOM WET BAR IN BASEMENT. LYNNFIELD $1,540,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 RENTALS • SPACIOUS YARD, 3 BEDROOMS ,2 FULL BATHS, SUNROOM, IN HOME OFFICE, LAUNDRY HOOK UPS. MAIN HEATING SOURCE IS OIL, BUT SOME ROOMS HAVE ELECTRIC HEAT. GARAGE AND PLENTY OF PARKING. THREE MONTHS' RENT IS REQUIRED TO MOVE IN. GOOD CREDIT AND REFERENCES AS WELL AS PROOF OF INCOME. PETS WITH OWNERS' APPROVAL. TENANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL UTILITIES INCLUDING WATER AND SEWER. TENANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SNOW REMOVAL AND LAWN MAINTENANCE AS WELL. NORTH REVERE $3,000 • RED OAK HARDWOOD FLOORING THROUGHOUT UNIT, NEWER KITCHEN CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTERS. UNIT HAS GOOD SIZE EAT IN KITCHEN, DINING ROOM, LIVING ROOM, OFFICE AND BEDROOM. BATHROOM HAS SHOWER, TILE FLOOR AND GRANITE COUNTERS. IN-UNIT STACKABLE WASHER AND DRYER. REFRIGERATOR, MICROWAVE, WASHER AND DRYER INCLUDED. 2 OFF STREET PARKING SPACES. IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A NICE QUIET APARTMENT, THIS MAY BE FOR YOU. RIGHT ON BUS LINE. NO PETS AND NO SMOKING. SAUGUS $2,000 CALL RHONDA 781-705-0842 MOBILE HOMES LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL? VICTORIA SCARAMUZZO (617) 529-2513 CALL HER FOR ALL YOUR REAL ESTATE • GREAT YOUNG ONE BEDROOM UNIT IN A VERY DESIRABLE PARK IN MOVE IN CONDITION. 2 CAR PARKING. LOW PARK RENT OF 410 A MONTH INCLUDES RE TAXES, WATER AND SEWER, RUBBISH REMOVAL AND , SNOW PLOWING. NO DOGS ALLOWED. SOLD AS IS WILL NOT LAST. DANVERS 89,900 • PRE-CONSTRUCTION. WELCOME TO SHADY OAKS BRAND NEW MANUFACTURED HOME COMMUNITY. AFFORDABLE YET UPSCALE LIVING , EACH HOME HAS AMPLE SQUARE FOOTAGE WITH 2 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHS. OPEN CONCEPT PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. HIGH QUALITY FINISHES FROM TOP TIER APPLIANCES TO ELEGANT FINISHES.. A SERENE WOODED SETTING WHILE BEING CONVENIENT TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, DINING AND MAJOR TRANSPORTATION ROUTES. THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PIECE OF THIS THRIVING COMMUNITY AT AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE. LOW PARK RENT OF 450 A MONTH. INCLUDES TAXES, WATER AND SEWER, RUBBISH REMOVAL AND SNOW PLOWING. ACT NOW BEFORE PRICE INCREASE. EXPECTED OCCUPANCY DATE APRIL 2024 DANVERS PRICES START AT $229,000 FOR 2 BEDROOM, $159,900 FOR 1 BEDROOM CALL ERIC 781-223-0289 COMING SOON COMING SOON- TO A HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER NEIGHBORHOOD. OVERSIZED SPLIT ENTRY ON A LEVEL, SIZABLE LOT. 3+ BEDROOMS, 3.5 BATHROOMS, 2800+ SQFT. ROOM FOR EXTENDED FAMILY IN FINISHED BASEMENT. CUSTOM BUILT BY ONE OWNER AND WELL CARED FOR. SAUGUS CALL DANIELLE FOR DETAILS 978-987-9535 BUILDABLE LOT •SAUGUS $175,000 CALL KEITH 781-389-0791 FOR FURTHER DETAILS ׉ 7cassandra://I1doZxleREXi4owKc4uBRcjNQT7oXUrD3k1xEhtl3D0+`̰fOme=׈EfOme>fOme= P,Everett Advocate 05/24/2024Everett Advocate 05/24/2024fO}\ܭ