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Everett Public Schools Priya Tahiliani – Superintendent of Schools – ptahiliani@everett.k12.ma.us • All-important updates regarding the Everett Public Schools (EPS) will be posted

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uperintendent of Schools Priya Tahiliani joined dozens of cafeteria employees at Everett High School on March 16 as the district began offering students free lunch while school is closed due to the coronavirus.

“The only meal they may get is at school,” she said, adding that 1,000 lunches were made available in front of the high school so families would not have to go inside. A drive-thru option was also

available for families who wished to stay in their vehicles. Starting on March 23, a second site will be open at the Whittier School to fully accommodate Everett’s 7,400 students.

School Committee Vice Chairman Frank Parker said the coronavirus has compounded the existing obstacle of providing students with nutritious food, as 80 percent of Everett’s students live at or below the pov-

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RESIDENTS | FROM PAGE 1 on the main EPS site including translations of essential information. EPS is providing meals-to-go Monday-Friday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Everett High School. Beginning Monday, March 23, these services will also be provided at the Whittier School. Everett families can elect to stay in their cars or walk up to grab meals.

• Distance learning information has been distributed to students and also posted on the EPS website with information on the iReady platform along with free online resources so that students can continue to learn. Supplemental enrichment packets are printed and also available for parents and students to pick up during meal distribution. We will be providing access to online learning platforms that can provide extra support for students that are on IEPs. • State Education Commissioner Jeffrey Riley will be providing guidance regarding AP testing, MCAS, SATs, support for students with IEPs, term grades, graduation, etc.

• Central Office staff are working remotely. On Friday, they will be receiving a calendar of daily video meetings as well as a project tracker that will outline the work to be completed.

• EPS is collaborating with the Everett Teachers Association on how teachers can be consistently providing supplemental learning experiences to students throughout the district.

• Whitsons workers who are supporting with the food distribution will be paid. We are working with the Commissioner as he will be providing guidance around payment of hourly employees and outside vendors.

Constituent Services/311 Director – Chad Luongo – Chad.Luongo@ci.everett. ma.us | dial: 311 • Constituent Services is fully staffed during this time and receiving calls remotely during normal City Hall business hours. This office will be staffed Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. with two specialists on each shift. We are responding to constituents’ issues as they arise during this time and coordinating with the proper departments to ensure that their issues are dealt with timely and properly.

Everett Public Libraries Interim Director Matthew Lattanzi – matt.lattanzi@ ci.everett.ma.us | (857) 3631794 • The physical branches of the Library, both the Parlin and

the Shute, are closed to the public. During this time, Librarians are researching program ideas (both crafting ideas for those conducted internally as well as researching/contacting vendors for those programs conducted by an external party at the Library) as well as assembling their weekly book orders.

What can our Patrons still do while the Library is closed?

• Patrons can still access our Overdrive system (https:// noble.overdrive.com/), where they can access the entire North of Boston Library Exchange (NOBLE) collection of e-books and audio books.

When a patron wishes to choose a title, they simply click on the “Borrow” link. When they are directed to sign-in, they need to click on the “NOBLE Library Patrons” option from the drop-down menu (the first option) and input their Everett Public Libraries card number, which can be found on the back of their physical Library Card.

• Patrons can access many of our online databases (https://www.noblenet.org/everett/dbases.html) while the buildings are closed.

• For those who do not currently have a Library Card for the Everett Public Libraries but wish to access Overdrive, the Boston Public Libraries (BPL) enables any person who lives in or owns property in Massachusetts to register for an e-card from BPL by following this link: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/4197886/ eCard-Registration. By registering, Patrons will also be given access to BPL's other online resources.

• There are many resources that can be utilized during this time outside of the Library which foster the goal and vision we at the Everett Public Libraries hold of instilling “a love of reading and learning in children and adults by providing access to the world of ideas and information.” Below, please find a couple links that will assist us to achieve this goal during these difficult times.

• https://bookriot. com/2020/03/16/kidlit-authors-stepping-up-during-thecovid-19-crisis-and-quarantine/. This website provides a few methods for people, particularly children, to stay engaged while they are kept home from school. Some links will bring you to children’s authors reading their books on their YouTube or Instagram pages and others provide for more hands-on engagement, such as drawing lessons and art-and-crafts ideas.

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brary.com/Default.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2f – TumbleBooks offers online databases which patrons can use from the safety of their own homes. Catered to children, some of their offerings include animated talking picture books, read-alongs, ebooks, quizzes, lesson plans, and educational games which are used in schools and libraries in over 100 countries around the world. Click on the links as listed below to directly access each of their databases, with requisite log-in credentials already inputted for our Patrons • https://www.tumblemath. com/ • https://www.tumblebooklibrary.com • https://www.teenbookcloud.com/autologin.aspx • https://www.audiobookcloud.com/autologin.aspx Everett Police Department Chief of Police, Steven A. Mazzie, steven.mazzie@cityofeverett.org • The Everett Police Department is still open 24/7/365 and remains business as usual with reducing close contact whenever possible and not doing heavy enforcement actions as we monitor the course of the disease. Operations are running at 100%. We will remain monitoring parks, playgrounds and licensed establishments to ensure compliance with social distancing and general safety measures as well as assisting at Everett High School for meal distribution and other meals for seniors. The court systems are shut down, but the Police Department is working on sending those that can’t be released to the Middlesex Sheriff’s Department.

Everett Fire Department Fire Chief Anthony Carli – Tony.carli@cityofeverett.org Deputy Fire Chief Scott Dalrymple – scott.dalrymple@ cityofeverett.org 617-394-2349 – non-emergency • The Everett Fire Department continues to respond to any and all emergencies 24/7 with our emergency personnel ready to assist citizens. Our Fire Prevention division is still doing critical inspections and issuing permits remotely. If anyone has a Fire Prevention question about what we can or cannot perform, I encourage them to reach out to our nonemergency number listed above. We are also working with the City’s Facilities Maintenance division to formulate a strategic approach to sanitize all of the City’s buildings before resuming regular operations.

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City Council meetings could be suspended for up to five weeks

By Christopher Roberson

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lthough City Hall is slated to reopen on March 30, the spread of the coronavirus compelled City Council President Rosa DiFlorio to cancel all council meetings up to April 27.

“Safety is the main priority. We don’t know how long this is going to go,” she said. “We shouldn’t be worried about meetings.”

As budget season was about to get underway, DiFlorio said her colleagues should be ready to put in additional time once

the council is back in session. “If we have to meet every night, then we’ll meet every night,” she said, adding that there is little the council can do remotely other than have conference calls. “If we have to meet until two or three o’clock in the morning then we have to meet until two or three o’clock in the morning – that’s our job.”

With several relatives in Italy, DiFlorio said the coronavirus was bound to make its way to the United States. “I knew eventually this would happen,” she said.

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“This is an odd virus, it moves fast.”

Therefore, DiFlorio said it would be prudent to shut down “everything in Massachusetts.” “If Italy can do it, if France can do it, we can do it, too,” she said.

Ward 1 Councillor Fred Capone also underscored the seriousness of the pandemic.“We all need to do what we can to minimize exposure to and possible spread of the virus,” he said. “It is a very difficult time for everyone right now.”

However, Capone raised concerns about waiting until April 27 to resume council meetings.

“There may be monetary items that require attention sooner,” he said. “I am aware of at least one piece of business that needs to be addressed before that date: reappointment of department heads.

Pursuant to our Charter, if we wait

until April 27 the appointments renew automatically.”

In addition to City Hall closing, the decision was made to close the Everett Public Schools until April 27. For Superintendent of Schools Priya Tahiliani, it was a decision that came nine days after she took the helm.“It was definitely a daunting one,” she said.

“Luckily, we made the decision collaboratively. We’re going to be reassessing as we go.”

Tahiliani said those reassessments will be happening on a daily basis, adding that she and her colleagues will remain in close contact with State Education Commissioner Jeffrey Riley.

“We’re on conference calls daily,” she said.

Tahiliani could not predict how the end of the school year might play out if the virus does not loos-

en its grip. “I feel like the entire universe has changed,” she said.

School Committee Vice Chairman Frank Parker said he does not expect any disruptions with the district’s budget process. “As far as the budget goes, a lot of prep has already been put into it from Central Administration, directors and building leaders so we are still moving forward,” he said.

Parker also said the School Committee is planning to meet remotely on April 6, as Governor Charlie Baker has temporarily relaxed the Open Meeting Law. “All members can now participate remotely in meetings since the requirement for a quorum is suspended,” said Parker. “All votes will still be taken by roll call in remote meetings, and all other remote rules apply.”

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The Everett campus of Cambridge Health Alliance is continuing its efforts to help thwart the spread of COVID-19, acting on recommendations from the U.S. Surgeon General and the American College of Surgeons.

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ike so many other medical facilities throughout the Commonwealth, the Everett campus of the Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) continues to do its part to fight the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

“Responding to the spread of COVID-19 is an evolving situation and CHA has experts working around the clock to ensure that our information and treatment plans are up to date,” said CHA Everett Hospital spokesperson David Cecere. “We are using evidence-based practices to inform our decision-making around clinical care, use of personal protective equipment and social distancing and minimal exposure modalities. Staff and providers across CHA are working tirelessly to both provide all of our patients with the care they need and minimize the spread of the disease.”

Cecere also said the hospital has been following the directives of U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams and the American College of Surgeons. “We are postponing all elective surgeries and procedures that had been scheduled in the operating rooms

and other procedure suites,” he said.“Any patients needing emergency or urgent procedures or surgeries will not be rescheduled and will receive timely surgical care at CHA.” In addition, Cecere said all patients are being monitored for cough, fever and/ or shortness of breath, which are all classic symptoms of COVID-19. Visitor restrictions are also in effect at all CHA hospitals.

As of March 19, the State Department of Public Health (DPH) reported 328 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Massachusetts. Within that figure, Middlesex County had the greatest number of cases at 119. Middlesex County was followed by Suffolk County with 72 cases and Norfolk County, where 52 cases of the virus have been reported.

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RESIDENTS | FROM PAGE 2 • The Purchasing Department continues to approve all purchase orders needed to issue payment to vendors who have previously provided services and require payment to the City of Everett. The bid opening process is under evaluation due to the fact that the opening of bids requires the process to be public. Any new bids will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to determine the priority and process.

There will be no interruption to the process of getting contracts signed, where needed, due to the fact that we have moved to an electronic signature platform called DocuSign.

Assessor’s Office B.J. Devereux, Assessor – bernard.devereux@ci.everett. ma.us | 617-394-2209 • The Assessor’s Office is active and responding to taxpayer emails and phone calls and abating excise tax bills from customers with the ability to email us the information. This office is available to answer questions and concerns at any time.

City Clerk’s Office Sergio Cornelio, City Clerk – Sergio.cornelio@ci.everett. ma.us | 617-981-0687 • The City Clerk’s office is currently registering and releasing burial permits. The Clerk is field-

ing calls and receiving emails to answer questions as best as he can and will forward all questions that come in to the respective departments as needed. The Clerk’s Office will be referring residents who need birth certificates, death certificates and marriage certificates to the State Vital Records Division so they can obtain certificates while City Hall is closed. The Clerk’s Office will continue to work with both the City Councillors and the Administration to see what else the Office can handle remotely during the shutdown.

City Engineering Office Greg St. Louis, PE – Engineering Director – greg.stlouis@ci.everett.ma.us | (617) 394-2251 Julius O’Furie – City Engineer – Julius.ofurie@ci.everett.ma.us • The Engineering Office continues to supervise ongoing construction projects throughout the city. We are advancing the design and permitting of capital construction projects to improve coastal resiliency, reducing flooding risks and improve roadways and utilities. We are limiting the number of utility excavation projects so as to not create additional hardships on our residents at this time; however, we continue to accommodate individual projects on

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Public Works Greg St. Louis, PE – Public Works Director – greg.stlouis@ci.everett.ma.us | (617) 3942270 or call 311 Kevin Noonan – Operations Manager – kevin.noonan@ ci.everett.ma.us • The Department of Public Works is responsible for a variety of City services, including the collection, transportation and disposal of solid waste, snow removal, plowing and sanding, street sweeping, upkeep and repairs to sidewalks and streets, maintenance of parks and playgrounds, citywide tree maintenance and planting, anti-graffiti efforts, pavement marking maintenance, signage and traffic signalization, stormwater system maintenance and drainage repairs and the maintenance of Glenwood Cemetery.

• Based upon guidance from the CDC and the Governor’s Office, we have closed all parks at this time. Please contact your local recreation manager for revised postponed scheduling accordingly.

• While Cemetery Interment Services continue to operate, we ask that parties limit attendance to family only in accordance with the restrictions on gatherings of less than 25 individuals.

• The Sanitation Division is currently allowing overflow bags to be placed neatly curbside.

• Street sweeping will officially begin on April 1. To ease the burden of the residents during the street-sweeping season, the Mayor will continue his practice of strictly handing out warnings for the first two weeks of street sweeping as a leniency measure. Towing for violations will not occur until May 1. This leniency period will be reassessed as the date approaches based on the ongoing health-emergency.

• It is important to note that there cannot be an overabundance of leniency for such enforcement actions, as overcrowded streets impede access to residents and disables street sweeping from properly occurring. Without street sweeping, the culverts can become overburdened, which can result in serious issues citywide.

• We continue to work closely with the Mayor’s 311 Office on citywide work orders regarding potholes, trash and recycling, trees and sidewalks.

Elections Department Linda Angiolillo, Executive Director – l.angiolillo@ci.everett.ma.us • Candidates running for office in the September 1 State Pri-

mary have until April 28 to turn in nomination papers to be certified. This office is available to meet anyone wishing to drop off papers. Please contact via email. Additionally, papers can be mailed to Everett City Hall.

Water Department Ernie Lariviere Water, Superintendent – Ernest.lariviere@ci.everett.ma.us | 617394-2387 • The Water Department is responding to all water and sewer emergencies. They continue to take weekly water samples to ensure the water is at the highest quality for public consumption. We are processing final water reads remotely and continue to make the critical consumption calls to our residents with unusually high usage.

Facility Maintenance Department Director – George Lane – George.Lane@ci.everett.ma.us | 617-304-7940 • Facilities and Maintenance have disinfected and cleaned all closed buildings. All janitors are working in pairs to continuously disinfect and clean the buildings that are open. This Department was able to obtain a great supply of products to keep up with the increased cleaning needs.

The Health Department has provided Facilities and Maintenance the proper protocol for cleaning and disinfecting, and they will continue this course of action. Due to the equipment for complete electrostatic spraying being made in China, all orders are on back order; however, the City of Everett had ordered the equipment and products early in this crisis, and our shipment of sanitizer chemicals will be arriving early next week. We will also be receiving two of the hand-held sprayers late next week and two backpack models soon after.

• Facilities has met with Everett Fire Chief Tony Carli and his Hazmat Officer, Nick Russo, to discuss complete sanitization of all buildings. The Everett Fire Department was supplied with an electrostatic backpack model. We will have plenty of equipment and will work in tandem with the Chief and his trained personnel to ensure complete sanitizing of all areas that are used by the public and employees of the City of Everett. Additionally, Facilities and Maintenance will be assisting the Everett School Department to ensure 100 percent sanitation of all school buildings.

The Connolly Center Program Coordinator – Dale Palma Dale.Palma@ci.everett. ma.us | 617-394-2323 • The Connolly Center is responding to calls and assessing the immediate needs of our seniors. In conjunction with ISD, they are providing meal deliv-

ery to those seniors in need. Any senior who needs a meal delivered, please email or call Dale.

Department of Planning & Development Director of Planning & Development, Tony Sousa – tony. sousa@ci.everett.ma.us | 617394-2245.

• The Department of Planning & Development is responding to all calls and emails. With respect to meetings of Boards and Commissions (Planning Board, Conservation Commission, Cultural Council, & Everett Redevelopment Authority), we are working closely with the City Clerk’s Office on this matter. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Board is April 13 (logistics to be determined).

Please refer to the City’s website for updates. Staff contact information for boards, commissions, programs, and services are listed below.

Boards & Commissions Planning Board: Tony Sousa: 617-394-2245; email: tony.sousa@ci.everett. ma.us Shane O’Brien: 617-9440236; email: shane.o’brien@ ci.everett.ma.us Conservation Commission: Rachel Kelly: 617-394-5004; email: rachel.kelly@ci.everett. ma.us Everett Redevelopment Authority: Tony Sousa: 617-394-2245; email: tony.sousa@ci.everett. ma.us Tess Kohanski: 617-9440255; email: tess.kohanski@ ci.everett.ma.us Everett Cultural Council: Maria Josefson: 617-5446032; email: maria.josefson@ ci.everett.ma.us Programs & Services Housing Rehabilitation Program, & CDBG Social Services: Diane Hansen: 617-5423300 ext. 301; email: dhansen@cogincorp.com Al Borgonzi: 617-394-2313; email: alfred.borgonzi@ci.everett.ma.us Economic Development: Tess Kohanski: 617-9440255; email: tess.kohanski@ ci.everett.ma.us Transportation: Jay Monty: 617-544-6033; email: jay.monty@ci.everett. ma.us Geographic Information System (GIS): Maria Josefson: 617-5446032; email: maria.josefson@ ci.everett.ma.us Vendors, Records and General Inquiries: Tony Sousa: 617-394-2245; email: tony.sousa@ci.everett. ma.us Jeannie Vitukevich: 617394-2334; email: jeannie.vitukevich@ci.everett.ma.us

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But store managers say everyone should remain calm as supplies will be replenished immediately. “Some health and beauty care products as well as cleaning products – including Purell hand sanitizer and Lysol disinfecting wipes – are limited in supply on a national level,” Stop & Shop External Communications and Community Relations Manager Maria Fruci wrote in an email last Fri-

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Baker files legislation to address municipal government challenges due to COVID-19

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ov. Charlie Baker recently announced that his administration will file a package of legislation to help address challenges to municipal governance resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, including potential delays in holding town meetings and adopting municipal budgets for fiscal

2021. The legislation would: • Amend the existing statute that authorizes town moderators to postpone town meetings by 30 days during a “public safety emergency” by adding “public health emergency” as a reason that permits postponement.

• Permit town boards of selectmen to postpone town meet-

ings beyond the statutory June 30 deadline (end of fiscal year) when the governor has declared a state of emergency and conditions prevent the completion of a town meeting.

• Permit boards of selectmen, at local option, to temporarily adopt lower quorum rules.

• Permit continued month-tomonth spending into fiscal 2021 by towns based on the prior fiscal year budget with approval of the Massachusetts Department of Revenue’s Division of Local Services (DLS) during a state of emergency. The month-to-month authorization would continue so long as a state of emergency prevents the adoption of a budget.

Cities have similar authority under existing state law.

• Permit towns to access their free cash balance for fiscal 2021 spending with approval of DLS. This would be based on the July 2019 certified balance and could continue until a fiscal 2021 budget is adopted.

• Permit municipal spending from revolving funds at the level set by their fiscal 2020 appropriation until a fiscal 2021 budget is adopted.

• Authorize a three-year amortization period for deficit spending incurred as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. The default rule would require a fiscal 2021 tax rate to provide for one-year amortization, and this change would follow the 2015 precedent for snow removal costs.

School and other closures

Baker also announced a threeweek suspension of school operations for educational purposes at all public and private elementary and secondary (K-12) schools in the Commonwealth beginning Tuesday, March 17, as well as a number of other emergency actions.

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Kiwanis Club welcomes guest speaker Vanessa Farino

The Everett Kiwanis Club recently welcomed guest speaker Vanessa Farino to their Tuesday lunch recently. Farino is a former Everett High School student and part of the El Mundo’s Boston Latina under 30! She spoke about her career following high school as an executive assistant to Fortune 500 companies as well as organizing executive assistants throughout Metro Boston offering support and guidance. Pictured from left to right, President Rafael Santos presents Vanessa with the club bell as her proud mom.

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FREE LUNCH | FROM PAGE 1 erty line. “Without a crisis like this food security is an issue; there’s a kid right now going hungry,” said Parker. “There’s some challenges out there, real challenges.”

Parker also said Everett is considered to be a food swamp, which is defined as an area where “fast food and junk food outlets inundate healthy alternatives,” according to the Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity at the University of Connecticut.

Although there is a Stop & Shop on Revere Beach Parkway, Parker said the supermarket is not easily accessible for residents who do not have cars. “It’s on the other side of town, it’s practically in Chelsea,” he said.

Lunch service will be provided Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. until April 17 with the exception

Superintendent of Schools Priya Tahiliani, Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins and Ward 5 School Committee Member Marcony Almeida-Barros (shown at right) joined cafeteria employees on March 16 to begin handing out free lunches at Everett High School.

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Coronavirus shuts down Encore for two weeks

By Christopher Roberson

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission voted unanimoushe ongoing spread of the ly to also close MGM Springcoronavirus has toppled field and Plainridge Park Casithe mighty $2.6 billion Encore no until the end of March.

“As we all continue to naviBoston Harbor — at least until gate this unprecedented and the end of the month.

“The health and welfare of rapidly evolving situation, our our guests and employees agency and our licensees will has been our primary concern remain in close consultation throughout this health crisis,” with public health authorities casino officials said in a written and government officials to destatement. “Encore Boston Har- termine safe protocols for rebor has been operating in ex- suming operation,” said Gamcess of the safety recommen- ing Commission officials. “As dations of the U.S. Centers of we develop the appropriate Disease Control and Preven- course of action, we will keep tion [CDC].” you informed of next steps.

However, Encore will con- This decision will be re-astinue to pay its full-time em- sessed in two weeks, while an ployees during the two-week orderly shutdown process is acclosure. A small group of staff tively underway.”

On March 12, the Gaming members will remain at the casino to continue sanitization Commission learned that an inprocedures and keep the prop- dividual who visited Encore on erty secure.

March 5 had tested positive for

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the virus.

According to The Boston Globe, that patron was identified as Donovan Mitchell, a shooting basketball guard for the Utah Jazz. Mitchell visited the casino while he and his teammates were in Boston for their game against the Celtics on March 6.

“Encore has reported that this individual was present at the casino for one hour and had contact while there with a small number of individuals, currently determined to be seven,” said Gaming Commission officials. “Encore has reported that all of these individuals have been identified and alerted. Additionally, Encore has reported that, out of an abundance of caution, all identified individuals have agreed to self-quarantine measures.”

City councillors honor Stacia Gorgone

Stacia Gorgone (center) was recognized on March 9 by the City Council for her work as Everett’s Animal Control Officer. She is shown with Councillor-at-Large Wayne Matewsky and Ward 2 Councillor Stephanie Martins.

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NERVOUS | FROM PAGE 5 ing all our stores, disinfecting wipes are available near the entrance, and customers are welcome to wipe down carriages, hand baskets, and ScanIt! devices before use,” Fruci wrote.

“Our associates are frequently wiping down self-service locations and checkout areas with disinfectant – this includes the belts and pin pads at our registers.”

Besides routine handwashing and hand sanitizing, the store has suspended food sampling programs, in-store events, and community solicitation until further notice.

Per company policy, local managers couldn’t be interviewed or photographed. Fruci couldn’t say whether customers were friendlier because of the lull or hyped up out of fear.

But she did say that they do their best to support custom-

The egg shelves were bare except for this sole container containing broken eggshells.

(Advocate Photo by Tara Vocino)

Stop & Shop associates were seen disinfecting supplies on Monday afternoon.

(Photo Courtesy of Stop & Shop)

Stop & Shop announces reduced hours, special shopping times for elderly Special to The Advocate

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n order to allow more time for associates to unload deliveries, stock shelves and better serve customers throughout the day, Stop & Shop has adjusted its hours of operation to 7:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. at most stores beginning March 16. Effective on March 19, Stop & Shop has hours specifically geared to accommodate customers 60 and older. Stop & Shop stores will open from 6 a.m.-7:30 a.m. only for customers over the age of 60, who the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health officials say are the most vulnerable. Stop & Shop is making the decision to allow community members in this age category to shop in a less crowded environment,

which better enables social distancing.

Although Stop & Shop will not be requesting ID for entry, they request that we all respect the purpose of the early opening – and do the right thing for older neighbors. Stop & Shop will reserve the right to ask customers to leave if they are not a member of this age group.

Stop & Shop is continuing to maintain high levels of hygiene and sanitation in its stores and online operations.

The store is taking additional measures during this time, which include wiping down checkout areas, including the belts and pin pads, with disinfectant even more frequently.

Stop & Shop will continue to follow guidance from the CDC to help keep its customers and associates safe.

ers while keeping them safe and healthy.

Customer Ed Anglin, who said he didn’t feel any panic, said there was a shortage of white vinegar and cleaning supplies, but overall, that the store was in good shape. He just returned from Venezuela and noticed people coughing

in the airports. Many Stop & Shop customers had masks on.

As far as toilet paper and other necessities, Fruci went on to say that the store is in close contact with suppliers, and as soon as quantities become available to Stop & Shop, associates will work quickly to restock shelves and make them

Page 9 available to customers. “We’re also working swiftly to identify similar, alternative products and brands that may be available in the marketplace to ensure our customers have access to the items for which they are looking,” Fruci wrote. “In many cases, manufacturers are also ramping up productions.”

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Grace Food Pantry in time of crisis The Grace Food Pantry in Everett has been working diligently to assure residents are fed amidst the coronavirus crisis. Irene Cardillo and her team unloaded truckloads of food in the past week to keep up with a higher demand.

Volunteers flocked to the Grace Food Pantry to assure local families can continue to eat during the coronavirus crisis

Domenic Diliegro offered a helping hand at the Grace Food Pantry

Volunteers at the Grace Food Pantry have been working throughout the week to stock up

David Garrey and Matt Misce worked quickly to stock up the Grace Food Pantry thanks to donations made

by Encore Boston Harbor this past week.

Domenic Diliegro unloaded the food delivery truck at Grace Food Pantry on Tuesday

David Garrey and Matt Misce help deliver fresh food donated to the Grace Food Pantry by Encore Boston Harbor this past week.

The Grace Food Pantry stocked up on fresh food and canned goods for the coronavirus crisis

Irene Cardillo oversaw the volunteers at the Grace Food Pantry who have been working through the coronavirus crisis

Matt Misce, Irene Cardillo, and Paul Cardillo have been working quickly throughout the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak to stock up the Grace Food Pantry

Arthur Goffigan volunteered at the Grace Food Pantry, unloading boxes of food

Wearing a face mask, Maria DeSouza visited the Grace Food Pantry on Tuesday afternoon

Nico Alex volunteered with the Grace Food Pantry, unloading trucks of donated food

(Advocate Photos by Katy Rogers)

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2020

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and you What is coronavirus disease 2019?

What are severe complications from this virus?

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.

Some patients have pneumonia in both lungs, multi-organ failure and in some cases death.

Can I get COVID-19?

Yes. COVID-19 is spreading from person to person in parts of the world. Risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19 is higher for people who are close contacts of someone known to have COVID-19, for example healthcare workers, or household members. Other people at higher risk for infection are those who live in or have recently been in an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19.

Learn more about places with ongoing spread at https:// www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/transmission. html#geographic.

The current list of global locations with cases of COVID-19 is available on CDC’s web page at https://www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/locations-confirmed-cases.html.

How does COVID-19 spread?

The virus that causes COVID-19 probably emerged from an animal source, but is now spreading from person to person.

The virus is thought to spread mainly between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet) through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It also may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads.Learn what is known about the spread of newly emerged coronaviruses at https://www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/transmission.html.

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Patients with COVID-19 have had mild to severe respiratory illness with symptoms of: • fever • cough • shortness of breath

People can help protect themselves from respiratory illness with everyday preventive actions.

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.

If you are sick, to keep from spreading respiratory illness to others, you should • Stay home when you are sick.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

What should I do if I recently traveled from an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19?

If you have traveled from an affected area, there may be restrictions on your movements for up to 2 weeks. If you develop symptoms during that period (fever, cough, trouble breathing), seek medical advice. Call the office of your health care provider before you go, and tell them about your travel and your symptoms. They will give you instructions on how to get care without exposing other people to your illness. While sick, avoid contact with people, don’t go out and delay any travel to reduce the possibility of spreading illness to others.

Is there a vaccine?

There is currently no vaccine to protect against COVID-19. The best way to prevent infection is to take everyday preventive actions, like avoiding close contact with people who are sick and washing your hands often.

Is there a treatment?

There is no specific antiviral treatment for COVID-19.

People with COVID-19 can seek medical care to help relieve symptoms.

For more information: www.cdc.gov/COVID19 CS 314937-H 03/06/2020

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What to do if you are sick with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) If you are sick with COVID-19 or suspect you are infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, follow the steps below to help prevent the disease from spreading to people in your home and community.

Stay home except to get medical care

Clean your hands often

You should restrict activities outside your home, except for getting medical care. Do not go to work, school, or public areas.

Avoid using public transportation, ride-sharing, or taxis.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol, covering all surfaces of your hands and rubbing them together until they feel dry. Soap and water should be used preferentially if hands are visibly dirty. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

Separate yourself from other people and animals in your home People: As much as possible, you should stay in a specific room and away from other people in your home. Also, you should use a separate bathroom, if available.

Animals: Do not handle pets or other animals while sick. See COVID-19 and Animals for more information.

Call ahead before visiting your doctor If you have a medical appointment, call the healthcare provider and tell them that you have or may have COVID-19. This will help the healthcare provider’s office take steps to keep other people from getting infected or exposed.

Wear a facemask You should wear a facemask when you are around other people (e.g., sharing a room or vehicle) or pets and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office. If you are not able to wear a facemask (for example, because it causes trouble breathing), then people who live with you should not stay in the same room with you, or they should wear a facemask if they enter your room.

Cover your coughs and sneezes Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw used tissues in a lined trash can; immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60-95% alcohol covering all surfaces of your hands and rubbing them together until they feel dry. Soap and water should be used preferentially if hands are visibly dirty.

Avoid sharing personal household items You should not share dishes, drinking glasses, cups, eating utensils, towels, or bedding with other people or pets in your home. After using these items, they should be washed thoroughly with soap and water.

Clean all “high-touch” surfaces every day High touch surfaces include counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets, and bedside tables. Also, clean any surfaces that may have blood, stool, or body fluids on them. Use a household cleaning spray or wipe, according to the label instructions. Labels contain instructions for safe and effective use of the cleaning product including precautions you should take when applying the product, such as wearing gloves and making sure you have good ventilation during use of the product.

Monitor your symptoms Seek prompt medical attention if your illness is worsening (e.g., difficulty breathing). Before seeking care, call your healthcare provider and tell them that you have, or are being evaluated for, COVID-19. Put on a facemask before you enter the facility.

These steps will help the healthcare provider’s office to keep other people in the office or waiting room from getting infected or exposed.

Ask your healthcare provider to call the local or state health department. Persons who are placed under active monitoring or facilitated self-monitoring should follow instructions provided by their local health department or occupational health professionals, as appropriate.

If you have a medical emergency and need to call 911, notify the dispatch personnel that you have, or are being evaluated for COVID-19. If possible, put on a facemask before emergency medical services arrive.

Discontinuing home isolation Patients with confirmed COVID-19 should remain under home isolation precautions until the risk of secondary transmission to others is thought to be low. The decision to discontinue home isolation precautions should be made on a case-by-case basis, in consultation with healthcare providers and state and local health departments.

For more information: www.cdc.gov/COVID19 CS 314937-D 03/05/2020

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St. Mary’s High School’s Term 2 Honors List

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t. Mary’s High School announces its Honor Roll and Principal’s List for the second quarter of the 2019-20 academic year. Honor Roll students must achieve an 85 or above in all their classes. Students earning Principal’s List status must achieve 90 or above in all their classes. The following students from Everett have achieved these honors:

Honor Roll Alesha Cesar ’21 Leanne Clerger ’21 Marina Gandolfo ’23 Patricia Rivas Portillo ’21

Principal’s List Michala Seide ’21

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Mass Bay Credit Union responds to To our loyal readers, financial impact facing local families advertisers and community,

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ike many companies, Mass Bay Credit Union has been proactively taking necessary steps to ensure the well-being of its members and employees. Understanding the financial impact to local families, today Mass Bay allocated one million dollars in interest-free loans to help people meet the unexpected expenses or temporary loss of income they are being faced with. They are offering 1,000 one-year personal loans of up to $1,000 at no interest.

President & CEO Theresa Dorilas said, “We understand and support all the efforts local governments, businesses and associations are taking to protect the people in our community. However, we also realize that at an individual family level, figuring out how to handle school closings, and/or being home from work, presents a very real financial challenge.”

Like all credit unions, Mass Bay Credit Union is owned by

the members who choose to do business there. Membership eligibility, such as living in Middlesex, Norfolk or Suffolk Counties or a dozen other towns, is located on massbaycu.org. Opening a savings account establishes Membership and opens availability to other products, like this loan offering. Mass Bay Credit Union also added that standard lending criteria will apply.

In addition to its South Boston Headquarters, Mass Bay Credit Union has branches in Everett, Quincy and the Seaport. Over 19,000 people choose Mass Bay Credit Union for great rates, low fees, and personal service. In addition to offering a full array of deposit and lending products, Mass Bay Credit Union members have access to over 55,000 surcharge-free ATMs and 6,800 credit union branches. In business since 1936, Mass Bay Credit Union has assets in excess of $265 million.

Detenga la Propagación de Gérmenes Ayude a evitar la propagación de enfermedades respiratorias como la gripe y el COVID-19:

Lave sus manos frecuentemente con jabón y agua tibia, o use un desinfectante de manos a base de alcohol.

Evite tocarse los ojos, la nariz y la boca.

Limpie las superficies que se tocan con frecuencia (como los picaportes y mesadas o encimeras) con rociadores o toallitas húmedas para la limpieza del hogar.

Cubra su boca al toser o estornudar. Use un pañuelo descartable o la parte interna de su codo, no sus manos.

Quédese en su casa si está enfermo/a y evite el contacto cercano con otras personas

Planifique como cuidarse usted y a sus seres queridos.

Visite mass.gov/KnowPlanPrepare para ver la lista de preparación.

Para más información visite: www.mass.gov/2019coronavirus

Departamento de Salud Pública de Massachusetts 2/3/2020

ife has tossed us a curve with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic which has transformed L our lives and livelihoods. In these trying times,

always remember that they are temporary as our scientific community hurries for a cure. The Advocate Newspapers will keep you updated as information comes in through our weekly print editions, our website at: www.advocatenews.net updated every Thursday evening; and social media at Facebook.com/advocate.news.ma and Twitter. com@advocatenews.ma Our office, located at 573 Broadway, Everett will be open Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 5 pm.

Please feel free to contact us at 617-387-2200; 781286-8500; or 781-231-4446 or via email at: Info@ advocatenews.net or Croberson@advocatenews. net We urge everyone to use common sense and follow the rules and recommendations of the CDC as we continue to fight this pandemic. And please look out for each other.

Be safe, The Publisher & Staff of the Advocate Newspapers

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RESIDENTS | FROM PAGE 4 Inspectional Services Department/Permitting Director – James Soper – james.soper@ci.everett.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2020 ma.us | 617-394-2220 • Inspectors will be operating on a regular business schedule. Rough inspections for Building, Electrical, Plumbing and Gas per-

mits are proceeding normally; however, we are asking to limit contact during the inspection. Final Inspections are being prioritized to accommodate issuance of occupancy permits. All the above mentioned permits are available online with payment by credit card.

We are actively seeking out those contractors who have chosen to work without permits.

• Sanitary Code Enforcement inspectors are prioritizing inspections within dwelling units relating to imminent danger and life safety. All inspections involving the exterior of dwellings, nuisances, trash and structural elements are being conducted regularly. Minor infractions and habitability inspections within dwelling units have been curtailed to

reduce exposure. We have stepped up our inspection and educational efforts with all restaurants and liquor establishments (consumption on premise), notifying each of Governor Charlie Baker’s orders. Our Serve Safe Certified sanitary inspectors have been delivering food to the elderly daily in conjunction with the Senior Center.

• The clerical staff is mobilized with VPN access and is servicing customers in collaboration with members of the inspection teams. All phone calls coming into the office are being routed to the applicable inspector(s).

Staff is returning calls for customer inquiries, answering questions and directing them in the use of our web portal; 311 Calls are followed up on as if the building were fully operation-

al. All licensing (Food, CV, and Entertainment) applications and questions are being handled without delay, and preparations are being made for license renewal (2020). Demand letters for ticket payments are being processed (VPN), printed in office and sent daily.

Paypal (credit card) reconciliation will happen weekly in conjunction with the Treasurer’s Office. Daily conference calls are being held with the clerical staff to facilitate production. Zoning Board and Licensing Board ads, notifications, agendas and minutes continue to be a priority. We have been receiving and sending documents via email to our development community.

• The Wire Department is fully operational, responding to any street or traffic lighting issues as well as continuing to make improvements in municipal buildings. A work order system has been set up by Rich Connors to allow members of the city government to request repairs and improvements. The Dept. recently took delivery of a new bucket truck to allow for replacement and repairs of street lighting.

IT/MIS Kevin Dorgan – Director of IT – Kevin.Dorgan@ ci.everett.ma.us | (617) 394-2289 • The IT Department has worked closely with every department and employee to rapidly transition our workforce to being able to carry out all functions of City Hall without physically being in City Hall, without compromising network or data security. Mayor Carlo DeMaria was way ahead of the curve on this mandate for social distancing, realizing that this must be done before virtually any other city had even contemplated this being necessary, and that it must be done immediately to be effective.

IT managed to get all employees responsible for vital services working remotely by the beginning of our next business day, and by the end of that day all employees in every department were able to carry out their responsibilities from home.

This includes Constituent Services, who are able to take, log and process calls to 311 remotely, providing uninterrupted information to city residents. At this time all daily functions of City Hall are up and running.

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RESIDENTS | FROM PAGE 14 • Very soon we will be able to allow the City Council to conduct sessions remotely (fully compliant with the Open Meeting Laws), making Everett fully operational in every respect, while maintaining the social distancing the Mayor envisioned.

Auditor’s Office Eric Demas, City Auditor – Eric.Demas@ci.everett.ma.us | 617-394-2214 • The Auditor’s office continues to process payroll checks and critical vendor payments. They are currently working on a more longterm solution to expand our ability to process more vendor checks. All requests will continue to be addressed in a timely manner.

Health Department Director Health and Human Services Jerry Navarra – Jerry.Navarra@ci.everett.ma.us | 617-784-7718 Public Health Nurse Sabrina Firicano – sabrina. firicano@ci.everett.ma.us | 857-888-0723 • The Heal t h De p a rt ment has been working very closely with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to monitor residents that have been exposed to COVID-19. If you feel sick with a fever or dry cough, or other flulike symptoms, call your primary care provider. Always tell your medical provider if you have been in contact with someone with a confirmed or suspected case of COVID-19. Info for Cambridge Health Alli-

ance patients in regards to Drive-Thru Testing: https:// www.challiance.org/about/ newsroom/cambridge_ health_alliance_to_provide_covid19_testi_1178 Veterans Services Department Jeanne M. Cristiano, Director of Veterans Services – Jeanne.cristiano@ ci.everett.ma.us | 617-3942321 • The Veterans Services Department continues to respond electronically as well as via telephone to any requests from Veterans and families of Veterans for M.G.L. Chapter 115 Assistance, requests from Veterans and families of Veterans seeking assistance in applying for Federal VA Benefits, such as service-connected compensation, non-service

connected pensions, Aid and Attendance Pensions, etc. Guidance has been received from the state Department of Veterans Services that streamlines the Chapter 115 process to approve applications for benefits without first obtaining DVS preapproval for the next 60 days with respect to COVID-19. In addition, the state Department of Veterans Services has provided the Everett Veterans Office with an online tool to connect with Military and Veteran families looking for assistance to apply for M.G.L. Chapter 115 benefits during this suspension of all faceto-face meetings with clients – https://massvetben.org/.

Human Resources Department Director of HR Lara W.

Page 15 Ammouri – lara.wehbe@ ci.everett.ma.us • We are operating remotely and fully accessible by e-mail. We are responding to inquiries regarding employee issues and concerns (employment, health insurance, voluntary benefits, etc.) and inquiries from the public as applicable.

We are using Zoom to conference with the neighboring communities and prepare for the Mayor’s Summer Youth Program, which hopefully will kick off as planned in June. We are also communicating with job applicants as to the status of their applications.

We are supporting all staff and departments on coordinating all efforts and directives from the Administration during this time.

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MVES to continue Meals on Wheels program

By Christopher Roberson

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midst of the chaos and disruption caused by COVID-19, Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) has vowed to continue its Meals on Wheels program.

“Be assured, MVES will always let consumers know if services will be interrupted, reduced or cannot be delivered,” said MVES Spokesperson Shawn Middleton. “We are delivering extra shelf-stable meals to our consumers.”

He also said MVES is considering the possibility of providing consumers with enough nonperishable food to last one week in

the event of a shortfall in delivery personnel.

“If our staff or consumers are not feeling well, there may be a temporary interruption or reduction in services,” said Middleton.

Although MVES has temporarily suspended its home visitation service, staff members continue to be available over the phone.

“Our staff is working either in the office or remotely and can reach out to our consumers at any point and our consumers can reach their care manager when needed,” said Middleton.

“Our care managers are calling them on a regular basis to assess their well-being and need for services.”

BAKER | FROM PAGE 6 state services while taking necessary precautions to limit the spread of COVID-19.”

The suspension of educational programming would not necessarily affect the availability of school buildings for the provision of food or other essential noneducational services. The administration will provide additional guidance as the end of the closure approaches.

The administration said it is “critical” that students and their families, as well as school staff, stay home as much as possible and strictly follow social distancing guidelines. School staff are urged to plan for“how best to equitably provide alternative access to student learning opportunities during this period and po-

tentially beyond.”School personnel are also urged to find ways to ensure, to the greatest extent possible, that families have access to essential nonacademic services for their children – particularly special education and food services.

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) will work with school districts to develop strategies and resources to sustain learning and vital services throughout this closure period. DESE has received a partial waiver from the U.S. Department of Agriculture providing greater flexibility regarding food service in certain districts with higher concentrations of low-income students, and DESE is pursuing additional waivers for the remaining schools and districts.

All nonemergency state employees working in Executive Branch agencies were told not to report to their workplaces on March 16 and 17. The administration is working to expand alternative work arrangements for the Executive Branch workforce and develop plans to continue to provide essential state government services.

All commercial insurers, self-insured plans and the Group Insurance Commission are required to cover medically necessary telehealth services related to COVID-19 testing and treatment. Insurers must do so without requiring cost-sharing of any kind, such as copays and coinsurance, for testing and treatment.

Additionally, insurers cannot require prior authorization for these services.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Fire chief vows to press on in face of COVID-19 Dear Editor: As the Everett Fire Department continues to monitor the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic that we are facing as a nation, we want to assure our community that the Everett Fire Department will continue to respond to any and all emergency calls. A priority that I have as Everett’s Fire Chief is to make sure the members of the Everett Fire Department are able to provide the utmost professional emergency response, but in order to do that, first and foremost I need to ensure that my department remains healthy and safe throughout any and all events. Please be aware when calling dispatch for any emergency you may be asked additional questions to reduce the potential exposures to our members.

I would also like to notify the public that for the time being, the Everett Fire Department is suspending all fire station visits and apparatus tours to protect our members and visitors.

This includes visits from family members of our department, as well. We always appreciate the gesture of our

CHIEF | SEE PAGE 19

CHA EVERETT | FROM PAGE 3 tice in Massachusetts and“expedite the onboarding process of more licensed health care professionals.”

Marylou Sudders, secretary of Health and Human Services, said PerkinElmer and Thermo Fisher Scientific have agreed to assist with COVID-19 testing.

THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2020

FROM A REPORT FROM THE ICONIC STATE HOUSE NEWS SERVICE: The coronavirus pandemic and the dramatic changes it is forcing on society have abruptly forced the state to reevaluate operations, which for decades have been largely based on faceto-face discussions, in-person meetings and hearings and public rallies and protests. Es-

pecially in a crisis, the business of running the government and delivering public services must go on, and the week ahead will begin to show how government functions — or fails to perform — in this unprecedented environment and state of emergency. In a matter of days, the public debate has shifted from solving transportation, housing and

health care problems to topics like social distancing, quarantines, presumptive positive COVID-19 cases and community spread. For now, coronavirus is the new agenda. «It’s hard to believe and it’s certainly disappointing and upsetting, I think, for everybody,» Gov. Charlie Baker said Friday, announcing a ban on most gatherings of more than 250 people. «And this does represent a significant change in daily life for the vast majority of people here in the commonwealth.»

The quiet halls of government buildings and offices, empty campuses and the quiet skies and open roads belie the tumult the virus is actually causing. Impacts on the jobs, state revenues and family budgets, the tourism and higher education sectors, and high-stakes campaigns like the presidential race and the Joe Kennedy-Ed Markey U.S. Senate primary are only just beginning to come into focus.»

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TAX ON ROLLING STOCK (H 4508) House 13-141, rejected an amendment that would strike a section of the bill that would exempt from the current sales and use tax “rolling stock” which includes trucks, tractors and trailers used by common carriers to transport goods in interstate commerce. These vehicles were exempt from these taxes until 1996 when

the Legislature removed the exemption and started taxing them again.

Rep. Tami Gouveia (D-Acton), the sponsor of the amendment, did not respond to repeated attempts by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to explain why she proposed keeping the tax on rolling stock.

“The repeal of the rolling stock exemption in 1996 created negative repercussions for the interstate trucking industry that are still being felt today,” said Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading) who favors the tax exemption. “Changing these tax policies will allow Massachusetts to attract and retain a significant number of good-paying jobs in this industry while encouraging more interstate trade by local companies. An exemption would also provide important environmental benefits by encouraging companies to invest in cleaner vehicles with more fuel efficiency and higher emissions standards, resulting in improved air quality throughout the commonwealth.”

(The roll call is on “striking the tax exemption.” Therefore a “Yes” vote is for the sales and use tax on rolling stock. A “No” vote is against the tax.)

Rep. Joseph McGonagle No S T U DY R A I S E D P L ATFORMS ON THE T (H 4506) House 148-5 approved an amendment directing the MBTA to conduct a financial impact study by December 31, 2020 on the feasibility of all platforms on commuter rail stops converting to fully raised platforms with handicap access at every train door.

Amendment supporters said this no-cost study is important to show that the T should provide handicapped accessibility on all doors for all passengers. They noted that with a raised platform, people do not stop and wait to climb stairs and argued that according to the T, it will save roughly 1.5 minutes to two minutes per stop. They said that millions of riders who would save this time would instead use the time for working and helping earn more for the economy or be at home having a higher quality of life.

Some opponents of the amendment said they sup-

Page 17 port the full platforms. “I didn’t think we needed to study the idea, I think we should have moved forward with changes,” said Rep. Marc Lombardo (R-Billerica) one of only five members to vote against the study.

(A “Yes” vote is for the study.

A “No” vote is against it.)

Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes MEET BEYOND 9 P.M. House 125-26, approved, at 8:59 p.m. a motion to suspend rules to allow the House session to continue beyond 9 p.m.

Under House rules, the House cannot meet after 9 p.m. unless the rule is suspended. The session lasted another two hours and was adjourned at 11 p.m.

Supporters of rule suspension said that the House has important business to finish and should stay in session to work on it.

Opponents of rule suspension said it is irresponsible for the House to debate and vote late at night when taxpayers are asleep.

(A “Yes” vote is for meeting beyond 9 p.m. A “No” vote is against it.)

Rep. Joseph McGonagle Yes 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 filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session.

During the week of March 9-13, the House met for a total of five hours and 31 minutes while the Senate met for a total of five hours and eight minutes.

Mon. March 9 House 11:05 a.m. to 11:27 a.m.

Senate 11:14 a.m. to 11:28 a.m.

Tues. March 10 No House session No Senate session Wed. March 11 No House session No Senate session Thurs. March 12 House 11:00 a.m. to 4:09 p.m.

Senate 11:11 a.m. to 4:05 p.m.

Fri. March 13 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com

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Savvy Senior

OBITUARIES Charles J. Palumbo

Samuel DiCicco, Jr.

How to Prevent the Silent Epidemic of Kidney Disease Dear Savvy Senior, Do kidney problems run in families? My mother died from kidney failure 10 years ago at age 74 but didn’t know she had a kidney problem until it was too late.

Just Turned 60 Dear 60, Anyone who has a family history of kidney disease, or who has high blood pressure or diabetes is at increased risk and needs to have their kidneys tested.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, around 37 million U.S adults have chronic kidney disease (when the kidneys can’t properly do their job of cleaning toxins and wastes from the blood), and millions more are at risk of developing it, yet most people don’t realize it.

That’s because kidney disease develops very slowly over many years before any symptoms arise. But left untreated, the disease can eventually require people to spend hours hooked up to a dialysis machine or get a kidney transplant.

Even mild kidney problems can double a person’s risk of heart attack and stroke, as well as cause anemia and bone disease.

The reason kidney disease has become so widespread today is because of the rise of obesity, type-2 diabetes and high blood pressure which all strain the kidneys.

Another factor is the increasing number of people who take multiple medications, which can overtax the organs.

People over age 60 are especially vulnerable both because they tend to take more drugs, and because kidney function normally declines somewhat with age.

Get Tested Because kidney disease has no early symptoms, the only way to catch it before it advances is to have a simple blood and urine test by your doctor. So, anyone that has diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease, a family history of kidney disease, or is age 60 or older needs to get tested.

African, Hispanic, Asian and Indian Americans along with Pacific Islanders are also at increased risk.

If you’re diagnosed with kidney disease you need to know that there’s no cure, but there are steps you can take to help contain the damage, including: Control your blood pressure: If you have high blood pressure, get it under 130/80. If you need medication to do it, ACE inhibitors and ARBs are good choices because of their proven ability to protect the kidneys.

Control your diabetes: If you have diabetes, keep your blood sugar as close to normal as possible.

Change your diet: This usually means reducing the amount of protein and phosphorus you eat and cutting back on sodium and possibly potassium. Your doctor can help you determine an appropriate eating plan, or you may want to talk to a dietitian.

Watch your meds: Dozens of commonly used drugs can damage the kidneys, especially when taken in high doses over long periods – most notably NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen. Herbal supplements can also be very dangerous. Talk to your doctor about all the prescription, over the counter and herbal products you take to identify potential problems and find alternatives.

Exercise and lose weight: If you’re overweight and inactive, start an aerobic fitness routine (walk, swim, cycle, etc.) that gets your heart pumping. This will help lower blood pressure, control diabetes and help you lose excess weight all of which will help your kidneys.

Quit smoking: If you smoke, quit. Heart disease becomes a much greater risk to the kidneys if your smoke. Smoking also doubles the rate of progression to end-stage renal failure.

Limit alcohol intake: Drinking too much alcohol can worsen kidney disease too, so talk to your doctor to see if it’s safe for you to drink, and if so, limit yourself to no more than one drink per day.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

After graduating Everett Vocational School, he worked for Mobil Oil as a Doc Worker. Samuel loved local politics and held signs for many years for councilman Wayne Matwesky. Served in the United States Army as a cook.

Loved watching the New England Patriots and Everett High football games. Samuel enjoyed going to the racetrack and Mohegan Sun.

Lucia (Pucci) Tolu Of Everett, passed away on March 13, 2020, at 97 years. Beloved husband of 67 years to the late Frances (DiNatale) Palumbo.

He was the proud father of Lorraine P. Palumbo of North Andover and Dolores A. Collins of Middleton, father-in-law of James H. Collins. Loving great grandfather of Cadence, Casey, and Colby Collins of Peabody. He is also survived by one grandson, Kevin J. Collins and his wife JulieAnn Collins of Peabody.

Charles graduated Everett High School class of 1941. He was a WWII veteran of the US Army Air Force and retired in 1995 from the US Army Corps of Engineers (Natick Labs) where he worked as a carpenter and locksmith. Charles will be sadly missed.

Of Seabrook, NH, formerly Everett, age 83 on March 4. Beloved husband Marjorie (Cummings). Loving father of Samuel DiCicco III and his wife Traice (Eskholme), Paul DiCicco and his wife Donna (Logan), James DiCicco and his fiancé Kari Lawrence and Rose M. DiCicco and her boyfriend Lawrence Russo. The son of the late Samuel DiCicco Sr. and Florence (Lassard). Brother of Sebastian DiCicco, Mary Lou Ciampa and Rose M. Tobin. Proud grandfather of five grandchildren: Samuel DiCicco IV, Mathew DiCicco, Scott DiCicco, Josh Spada and Victoria Rose DiCicco and 3 great grandchildren: Gia DiCicco, Cameron DiCicco and Ellie DiCicco. Uncle to Donna Rivers and Stephen Rivers. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.

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4. The first Western film, “The Great Train Robbery,” was made in what year: 1903, 1920 or 1928?

5. On March 21, 1963, what prison closed?

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16. Why is “observance” the collective noun for a group of hermits?

17. On March 25, 421 AD a church cornerstone was laid at noon, starting a settlement that became what city that has 118 small islands?

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Novena to St. Jude

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, Worker of Miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, Help of the hopeless, pray for us.

Repeat nine times a day for eight days. It will not fail.

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