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The Everett Police Department (EPD) hosted the annual Police Memorial in recognition of National Police Week and to honor those who were killed in the line of duty, as well as all who served the Department and are no longer with us. Above: The Everett Police Department Honor Guard marching outside of EPD Headquarters during the memorial ceremony.

Everett Community Joins Together for Spring Cleanup Day

City of Everett Hosts Haitian Flag Day Cultural Fair

Mystic River Bicycle Pedestrian Bridge Public Meeting

Mayor's Office Community Office Hours

Legal Services Office Hours for Everett Residents

Housing & Utility Assistance

Council on Aging

Indoor/Outdoor Yard Sale

Join the Council on Aging for the upcoming Indoor/Outdoor Yard Sale event! For more information, please inquire with Cathi by dialing 617-394-2270 to be connected to the Connolly Center.

Thrift Shop/Gift Shop

The Council on Aging is seeking donations of items for the new Thrift Shop/Gift Shop at the Connolly Center set to open on June 1. All donations will be used for resale to benefit COA programming. For more information, please dial 617-394-2260.

Weekly Activities

Looking to learn something new or begin a new activity? The Council on Aging offers a variety of programming for older adults every week!

Golden Times

Check out the latest edition of the Golden Times to view all of the exciting programming the Council on Aging has in store for Everett's older adults!

Department of Public Works (DPW)

Celebrating Public Works Week

In celebration of Public Works Week (May 18-24), we'd like to thank all the members of the City of Everett Department of Public Works (DPW) for everything they do.

Day in and day out, our DPW workers ensure our city is safe, clean, and beautiful for our residents and visitors to enjoy. They work hard to care for and maintain our parks, playgrounds, cemeteries, streets, sidewalks, plants, trees, public buildings, and so much more. Regardless of the weather, our DPW workers battle the elements to get the job done for our community.

Their work never ends, and we thank them for the many days, nights, and weekends they've spent ensuring our city is one of the best in the Commonwealth.

Everett Police Department

New Promotions

Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Mark Zielinski on being promoted to lieutenant and Officer Michael Lavey on being promoted to sergeant. Congratulations and thank you for your continued service to our community, best of luck in your new roles, and stay safe!

Everett Police Honor All Who Served the Department at Memorial Ceremony

As part of National Police Week, the Everett Police Department (EPD) hosted a memorial service in front of Everett Police station to honor all those who have served the City of Everett as members of the EPD.

Chief Paul Strong was pleased to be joined by Bishop Robert Brown, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, Senator Sal DiDomenico, and State Rep. Joe McGonagle, alongside the Everett High School (EHS) Choir, other elected officials, members of the EPD, 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 officers who were killed in the line of duty and the officers who served and passed away in the past year were read in recognition of their service.

“Police officers 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 officers have ever been killed in the line of duty, and I pray that never changes. Their service and sacrifice will always be remembered.”



National Police Week is nationally recognized to honor and remember those who gave their lives in the line of duty. Each year, the Department hosts this memorial ceremony to recognize and reflect upon all the officers who have served the City of Everett and are no longer with us.

Mayor DeMaria, Chief Strong Host Meet and Greet with Residents at Glendale Towers

Mayor Carlo DeMaria and Police Chief Paul Strong, along with his command staff, recently hosted a meet and greet event with residents who live at Glendale Towers public housing complex.

The panel, consisting of Mayor DeMaria, Chief Strong, and Everett Police Department (EPD) command staff, answered questions and discussed a variety of topics from public safety to initiatives the police department has undertaken. The main topic of discussion was regarding whether residents feel safe living and traveling in Everett, which residents replied yes. Additionally, attendees complimented EPD’s conduct and efforts under the leadership of Chief Strong and his command staff.



“I'd like to thank Chief Strong for his initiative in creating these meet and greet events and also thank all the residents who attended and those who participated,” said Mayor DeMaria. “This is how we will continue to get things done; by talking and communicating openly about topics and issues that affect us all as residents of Everett.”

Everett Public Libraries

Stay up to date on what is happening at the Everett Public Libraries with the monthly EPL Newsletter! Read it on the website or sign up to get it delivered straight to your inbox!

Human Resources

The City of Everett is hiring for a variety of positions in different departments! Apply now by clicking the button below. For more information, please email Hiring@ci.everett.ma.us.

Inspectional Services Department (ISD)

The Inspectional Services Department (ISD) seeks to protect the health, welfare, and safety of the residents and visitors of Everett. This includes ensuring buildings are safe and habitable, in addition to being constructed safely. Check out the above before and after photos of a project the team helped oversee.

Mayor's Office

On Wednesday, April 30, the City of Everett hosted a community meeting at the Edward G. Connolly Center to gather feedback from residents regarding what they would like to see in the community benefits agreement from the potential stadium project.

This meeting was a chance for attendees to hear from guest speakers Senator Sal DiDomenico, Robert Kraft and Jonathan Kraft from the Kraft Group, and representatives from the New England Revolution soccer team to learn about the legislative process that was involved, potential benefits to the community, and preliminary design plans. Following the presentation, Mayor DeMaria asked those in attendance to share their feedback on what they’d like to see in the community benefits agreement from the potential stadium project.

“This project is a tremendous opportunity to move on from our industrial past,” said Mayor DeMaria. “Not only will this potential project invest in cleaning up a blighted and contaminated parcel of land, it will also restore access to our waterfront in that area. The community benefits agreement that would need to be negotiated if this project moves forward will open up many more opportunities for our city, and that's why it was so important to hear from our residents on what benefits they'd like to see if this happens.”

The Mayor would like to thank everyone who attended the community meeting to share their ideas on what benefits they would like to see for Everett. Additionally, Mayor DeMaria would like to thank Robert and Jonathan Kraft, the Kraft Group, representatives of the New England Revolution, and Senator Sal DiDomenico for taking the time to participate in the meeting and to speak to those who attended.



The City of Everett plans to host more community meetings in the future, so please stay tuned for more information. Those who couldn’t attend the meeting and would like to share their ideas on what to include in the community benefits agreement are asked to email Mayor DeMaria at Mayor@ci.everett.ma.us.

Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently accepted a $5,000 donation to the Everett Fire Victims Fund from the IAFF Local 143 Everett Firefighters Union at City Hall.

Each year, the Everett Firefighters Union raises funds through an annual softball tournament featuring local police and fire departments. All of the money that was raised through their fundraising efforts was donated to the Everett Fire Victims Fund.

“I am very grateful for the support and donation from the members of the Everett Firefighters Union,” said Mayor DeMaria. “As firefighters, they understand how devastating a home fire can be, and this generous donation will go a long way in helping us provide assistance to many families in Everett.”



Due to their generous support, the Mayor’s Office will be able to continue to provide emergency services to assist hundreds of residents affected from fires throughout the city. The City’s Everett Fire Victims Fund was started in 2008 when fire victims in Everett were in need of support. Since then, the fund has assisted families who need help after being impacted by a fire.

Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently stopped by DV Tax & Consulting Services LLC to congratulate Kenneth DeSimone on his retirement.

The Mayor presented a citation to DeSimone, who has been providing affordable tax services in Everett for 40 years. He has also worked to help others by offering wisdom, advice, and direction to aspiring Certified Public Accountants (CPA) that he has encountered during his tenure, as well as provide employment to some who were unable to gain access to jobs for various reasons.



After presenting the citation, Mayor DeMaria wished DeSimone all the best in his future endeavors.

Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently congratulated Asmira Mekic, who works in the City of Everett’s Facilities Maintenance Department, on becoming a United States citizen.



After waiting 14 years to be given the proper clearance, Mekic arrived to the United States from Bosnia in 2018. Her sister, Asima, who also became a citizen in 2004, began working on the long process of submitting and filing all proper forms and making many phone calls in her pursuit of creating a path for Asmira and her family to be allowed to move to America.

“Asmira is one of the hardest workers you will ever meet, and her work ethic is only rivaled by her sister Asima,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “They are two of the nicest people you could ever meet, and we couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishments. Congratulations, Asmira. We are all very proud and happy for you.”

Veterans' Affairs

On Monday, May 12, the City of Everett held the traditional placing of United States flags at the graves of veterans at Glenwood Cemetery. Additionally, on Tuesday, May 13, community members gathered at Woodlawn Cemetery to place United States flags at the graves of veterans.

In preparation for Memorial Day, residents gathered to honor the United States veterans who are no longer with us by taking as many flags as they could and dispersing throughout the cemeteries. Those who participated walked throughout the cemeteries 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 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.”

The City of Everett gathered alongside residents, veterans, elected officials, and City staff at the Gold Star Pavilion in Glenwood Cemetery on Monday, May 26, to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States armed forces.

Antoine Coleman, the City of Everett’s director of Veterans’ Affairs, was pleased to welcome and speak about this year’s honoree, United States Marine veteran Johnny Walker. Additionally, speakers at the service included Mayor Carlo DeMaria, Sal DiDomenico Jr. on behalf of Senator Sal DiDomenico, and State Rep. Joe McGonagle, as well as an invocation and benediction delivered by Bishop Robert Brown and the recital of the pledge of allegiance led by Veterans Agent Gerri Miranda.



Patriotic medleys like the Star-Spangled Banner, God Bless America, and America the Beautiful were played throughout the service by the Everett High School Band. The ceremony continued with the roll call of all Everett veterans who have passed away since last year by Sgt. Major Tom Arditta, which was immediately followed by the playing of TAPS. The service concluded with final remarks from Coleman thanking attendees for participating.

Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the City of Everett’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs invite all veterans to a series of luncheons at the Edward G. Connolly Center.

All military veterans are invited to join together at these events that will be an opportunity to learn about services and programs that are available while enjoying a free lunch. Additionally, attendees will have the chance to connect with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs staff.

Those who would like to attend are required to reserve a spot in advance. To make a reservation, please email Director of Veterans’ Affairs Antoine Coleman at Antoine.Coleman@ci.everett.ma.us or Veterans Agent Gerri Miranda at Gerri.Miranda@ci.everett.ma.us. Alternatively, those who would like to attend can reserve a spot by calling the City of Everett Department of Veterans’ Affairs by dialing 617-394-2321 or 617-394-2320.

Youth Development and Enrichment

Register now for this year's Crimson Kids Summer Program!

Everett residents ages 6-13 will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities including games, swimming, field trips, and more all summer long.

Learn more and register at:

All are welcome to join us for these upcoming events:

Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s Council on Aging (COA) will host the annual Senior Summer BBQ on Thursday, June 26 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Edward G. Connolly Center (90 Chelsea Street).

Everett residents ages 60 and up are encouraged to attend this annual event that will feature food, entertainment, and plenty of fun. Those who attend are encouraged to take part in this year’s carnival theme by dressing up in creative and fun attire.



For tickets, please speak with Cathi at the Connolly Center between Thursday, June 5 and Thursday, June 19. Please note that proof of Everett residency is required upon registering. For more information, please dial 617-394-2270 to be connected to the Connolly Center.

Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s annual Independence Day Celebration will be held on Sunday, June 29, beginning at 6 p.m. at Glendale Park (50 Elm Street).

There will be many activities for everyone to partake in throughout the evening with a barbecue from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., live entertainment, face painting, balloon creations, inflatable attractions, and prizes for all. To end the evening, the grand finale will be the spectacular fireworks show to light up the night sky with so many bright colors.

Families, friends and neighbors are encouraged to come together to enjoy a fun-filled evening. While attendees are encouraged to participate in all this event has to offer, the fireworks show will begin at 9:30 p.m. for those who are just interested in the show.



Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. America declared its independence from Great Britain to officially become an independent nation. The City will be joining in celebrations across the nation to commemorate America’s 249^th anniversary.

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City Offices Closed Thursday, June 19 as Everett Observes Juneteenth

City offices will be closed to the public on Thursday, June 19, as Everett observes the Juneteenth holiday. City offices will re-open on Monday, June 23, with regular hours for residents (8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.).

Observed annually on June 19, Juneteenth is a federal holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Thursday’s observance will delay trash and recycling pickup by one day.

Juneteenth Trash Delay

Please place your trash and recycling bins neatly on the sidewalk on the day after your regularly scheduled pickup for this week only. This means that pickups regularly scheduled for Thursday will be on Friday, June 20, and pickups regularly scheduled for Friday will be on Saturday, June 21. Please note that trash and recycling pickup during this week prior to the holiday will not be affected.

For more information, please call the Constituent Services Department by dialing 3-1-1 or 617-394-2270.

Independence Day Trash Delay

Due to the Independence Day holiday falling on Friday, July 4, trash and recycling will not be picked up on Friday, July 4 and will be delayed for the rest of the week. If your regularly scheduled collection day is Friday, please neatly place your trash and recycling bins curbside on Saturday for this week only. Please note that trash and recycling pickup prior to Friday will not be affected.

City offices will be open to the public on Thursday, July 3 with regular hours for residents (8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.).

If you have any questions, please call the Constituent Services Department by dialing 3-1-1 or 617-394-2270.