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VOL. 86 NO. 151 TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017 75 cents $1.00 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020 VOL. 89 NO. 131 Finance subcommittee meeting results in postponement of budget review By AMY PORTER However, later in the meeting, get are historically low and conser- Staff Writer Treasurer Matthew Barnes gave a vative. You have the right to do that. WESTFIELD – Concerns raised more up-to-date figure, saying col- These revenue assumptions are cata- during the City Council Finance lections were down by $571,000. strophic, wildly pessimistic. I know Ward 2 Councilor Ralph J. Figy subcommittee meeting June 1 Humason said they also looked at the state is not being helpful. I don’t also serves as chair of the changed the course of budget discus- the state, which hasn’t begun its think these revenue assumptions are Finance subcommittee. sions in the coming weeks. budget process yet, and won’t until even close to holding Chapter 70 Mayor Donald F. Humason Jr. August. He said since state revenue harmless, which they’re talking amount they can ask for to only said he would take another look at is down by approximately 10 per- about,” Sullivan said. about $100,000 revenue before presenting his budget cent, they figured on a 10 percent cut “I think they’re conservative, I Sullilvan asked about overtime to the City Council after Finance in state aid, which amounts to $4.6 wouldn’t call them pessimistic,” for the FIre Department, but Chair Ralph J. Figy and other coun- million. Humason said. Caputo said that has already been cilors asked whether Humason had “We added it all up, and it came to “I look at Northampton; they budgeted, so it wouldn’t be eligi- considered all possible sources of $8.1 million,” Humason said, adding At large Councilor Richard K. didn’t even take the two and a half ble. revenue. that some of that could be collected Sullivan, Jr. percent override. West Springfield is “They’re not helping us with the Figy began by asking how the later as people go back to work, bar- significant number on the school saying no deficits – Agawam, regulations on how to use the mayor came up with the revenue ring another outbreak, and he is hop- side, and I haven’t heard the number Chicopee, the same thing. They’re money,” Figy said.. forecast of an $8.1 million shortfall. ing it will get better later in the year. on the city side. As a department dealing with the same collections. I Humason said emergency man- Humason said a simple review of “The accountants say, if the econo- head, it is hard to make plans for my just want to be clear, I just think the agement expenses are reimburs- revenue coming into the city, includ- my gets going, the money will start department, not knowing the money revenue projections are wildly low,” able through FEMA. ing meals and hotel taxes, excise flowing back in,” he added. I’ll have and people I’ll have,” Figy Sullivan said. Sullivan said there is also antici- taxes, and property taxes, was con- “Are there any ways that we can said. Humason said he hadn’t heard pated revenue with regards to mar- ducted. He said the property tax bump up our revenue side?” asked Finance committee member about the state holding Chapter 70 ijuana, now that the Cannabis revenue isn’t available due to the Figy. Richard K. Sullivan Jr. asked how harmless. He said Congressman Connection has opened and anoth- June 1 extension, but he was expect- “If we bump up our revenues now, much certified Free Cash is left. Richard E. Neal did talk about the er shop is expected to open this ing it to be between one to two mil- put in a spreadsheet, if the DOR Humason said after paying snow and federal money coming to cities and summer, although he acknowl- lion dollars lower. (Department of Revenue) thinks it’s ice removal and supplies, which towns. “If it actually comes, that edged that cannot be forecast in unrealistic, we won’t be able to set were less costly this year, and 1 mil- would be great. Any revenue that we the budget according to DOR reg- the tax rate,” said Auditor Chris lion to pharmaceutical costs for get, I’m willing to put towards the ulations. Caputo, with Figy acknowledging retirees which is going before the city departments and the schools,” Sullivan also said there is noth- that making adjustments mid-year City Council this week, that about the mayor said. ing in the budget from the stabili- cost more. $2 million would be left. Sullivan said the mayor would zation fund. Humason said mid-year cuts are “I don’t want to spend all of that, have the support of the council on Humason said they just had a always harder, but he thinks it is but I wouldn’t mind contributing Free Cash. He also asked about the review by Standard & Poors, relatively easy to put money back in some of it to the cause to prevent the $3.6 million that Westfield will which liked the levels where the supplemental budgets, if revenue is cuts we’re talking about,” Humason receive from the CARES Act. city is now. “If we dip into that coming in harder than anticipated. said. Humason said he can’t spend it on fund, it will look poorly on “I’ve never experienced that. My “Every little bit will help. I would anything non-COVID related, or on Westfield, and they would consid- concern is if we cut now and get strongly encourage that,” said Figy. any deficit that is non-COVID relat- er reducing our bond rating,” he MAYOR DONALD F. money later, what happens to the “I will go on the record right now, ed. HUMASON JR. people who get laid off. There is a the revenue assumptions in the bud- Figy said that that limits the See Finance, Page 5 School Committee receives 138 letters from the public By AMY PORTER deeply upset by what I have Staff Writer seen in this proposed plan, WESTFIELD – Instead of this is not what we need at the voting on the budget, the end of a pandemic, this is not School Committee spent the what I need for my upcoming majority of its June 1 meeting senior year. reviewing the 113 letters that “The Technical Academy vice Chair Cindy Sullilvan where I go to school already had received and printed out struggles enough with money during the day, and another as is, shops barely make it by 25 that had been received every year to do the trips and before the meeting. other stuff that is planned The vote on the budget was because budget cuts like postponed due to a fInance these take place. I value my subcommittee meeting at 5 education and trips, and Pellegrini, Seeley Ryan & Blakesley and Boys and Girls Club staff in front of the Club. p.m., that resulted in Mayor money fund(s) my education, (PHOTO SUBMITTED) Donald F. Humason, Jr. Westfield School Committee without this money I cannot agreeing to take another look member Cindy Sullivan. learn like the classes before at potential revenues for fis- (WNG file photo) me have. Many of our pro- Boys & Girls Club receives cal year 2021 to reduce his grams desperately need sup- forecast of an $8.1 million record and attached to the plies that year after year shortfall. minutes. grants have bought us, or donations from local law firm “We received 113 emails in Prior to reading the letters, businesses have donated to the last three days. I printed CIndy Sullivan read the us, this is not the way things By HOPE E. TREMBLAY distribute the summer activity backpacks for all of them out as of 3:15 pm, names and addresses of should go, the school should Editor 300 children. and I received another 25 everyone who had sent in a have money set aside for WESTFIELD – Members of the Boys & “We wanted to do something that would since then. If I was to read letter. “I am going to go issues such as these and tak- Girls Club of Greater Westfield received help keep children creatively, mentally and every single one of these through each email and read ing away $50,000 does not backpacks filled with fun and educational physically engaged during this pandemic,” emails, we would be here for everyone’s names. Then I’m seem to be solving this issue. summer materials last week. said PSRB Partner Charles Casartello. “It was the next two and a half going to go back. People After speaking about losses The law firm of Pellegrini, Seeley Ryan & hours,” Sullivan said, asking have put a lot into these of teachers, paraprofession- Blakesley provided $3,000 and volunteers to See Boys & Girls Club, Page 5 for input from the School emails, and I appreciate their als, music and arts programs, Committee on how to present time and effort,” she said. MacMunn continued: “I the letters. “I’m going to read the stu- won’t carry this out any lon- Sullivan said the letters dent letters first, because ger as I’m sure that this will were divided by issues, that’s what we’re here for,” be enough to somewhat voice including the Team 87 cuts at Sullilvan added. student opinion, but I will say Starfires hope to Westfield Middle School, A letter from Westfield this, many students are angry special education and music High School student Trent D. and are too afraid to speak up departments, as well as gen- mentioned the cuts to the ele- so I will be their voice, we take flight July 1 eral emails from residents/ mentary music program. “I’m are not just another member parents, students, teachers a junior at Westfield High of society, we are the future By CHRIS PUTZ and one city councilor. School and a member of the generation, and we deserve Editor “When we have public par- jazz ensembles and concert better than this, thank you for WESTFIELD – No one has stepped foot in the bat- ticipation in Chambers, pub- bands. It’s a drastically hor- your time “ ter’s box at Bullens Field since late last year but if the lic participation is limited to rible idea to cut elementary Sullivan then read a letter pandemic gripping much of the nation continues to 30 minutes,” said Ramon bands,” Trent D. said, adding, from City Councilor Dave ease, one city ball club may soon take flight. Diaz, Jr., The School “I was once a 10-year-old sit- Flaherty, after which Diaz The Westfield Starfires continue to make prepara- Committee then agreed that ting in a band room in Paper said the letter would have tions for a tentative July 1 opening day, Starfires Sulivan read a random selec- Mill learning the trumpet. I used up more than the three founder and co-owner Chris Thompson announced tion of the letters from each can’t imagine not having a minutes allotted to each per- Monday. category within that time program like this for kids to son during public participa- Thompson met with owners of the Futures Collegiate Westfield Starfires pitcher Aidan frame, although the actual experiment creatively.” tion in the chambers. Baseball League via conference call late Friday to dis- Dunn, of Westfield delivers a pitch time took one hour. A letter from Westfield Flaherty began by saying cuss details surrounding the league. during a 2019 game against the Bo Sullivan said all of the Technical Academy junior he had several comments Brockton Rox at Bullens Field. letters that were received will Samuel Macmunn began by See Starfires, Page 5 (THE WESTFIELD NEWS) be included in the public stating, “As a student I am See Schools, Page 5 PAGE 2 - WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS Southwick Democratic Town Committee hosts online meeting June 3 June programs at Southwick Library SOUTHWICK - The Southwick Democratic Town Committee SOUTHWICK – The Southwick and Massachusetts Trivia - How well you are on the teen blog, you can check (SDTC) announced Rosemary A. Saccomani as guest speaker Public Library offers the following pro- do you know your town and state? 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Police Logs Major crime and incident report advised of the ordinances and left the area; SOUTHWICK Wednesday, May 27, 2020 3:04 p.m.: assist other agency, State Boat Ramp, Old 9:41 a.m.: paper service, Sheep Pasture Road, police were WESTFIELD Apremont Way, a caller reports persons with jet skies are loiter- unable to serve paperwork, the subject may have moved to 7:34 a.m.: trespassing, Springfield Road, a detail officer was ing a the boat ramp in violation of posted prohibitions, State Chicopee; advised of a male party sitting on railroad tracks, the respond- Police were notified; 10:53 a.m.: stolen plate, Jered Lane, a resident reports a ing officer reports the man was found to be a ‘train watcher’ 3:53 p.m.: assault, Grant Street, a caller reports he was trailer plate missing between Southwick and Springfield, making video of passing trains, the man was advised of the assaulted by a known party, the responding officer reports an police advise him to contact the Registry of Motor Vehicles; trespassing ordinances and sent on his way; incident report was filed; 12:03 p.m.: motor vehicle complaint, Tannery Road, an 9:22 a.m.: disturbance, Franklin Street, a caller from a 6:55 p.m.: found property, Meadow Street, a clear reports unregistered dump truck was hauling dirt from Sam West Franklin Street convenience store requests an officer to serve a finding a hypodermic needle, the responding officer report the Road; ‘No trespassing’ order on a person who regularly creates a item was accepted for proper disposal; 1:40 p.m.: harassing calls, Lakeview Street, a resident disturbance when he comes into the store, the responding offi- 7:00 p.m.: larceny, Russell Road, a caller from a Russell reports receiving harassing texts and calls from her ex-hus- cer reports the order was served in hand to a known person; Road sporting goods store requests an officer to review secu- band’s girlfriend, the woman was advised to cease. 10:23 a.m.: city ordinance violation, Court Street, a rity video which may show a person stealing merchandise, the Community Service Unit officer reports he spoke with a responding officer reports the video appears to show a man responsible party regarding overly tall grass at a Court Street stealing two low-priced fishing lures, the caller states that he address and was assured that the issue would be addressed, the will call police if the man returns so that he may be served with officer made a similar notification on Southwick Road; a ‘No trespassing’ order but does not wish to proceed with a 11:07 a.m.: animal complaint, Otis Street, a caller reports a criminal investigation; loose peacock is in his father’s yard, the responding animal 9:06 p.m.: fireworks, Whitney Playground, Shepard Street, Court Logs control officer reports she was unable to corral the bird but a caller reports someone is detonating fireworks in the play- expects it will return to its Delancy Street home to roost; ground, the responding officer reports no suspect were found; identity fraud, Granville Road, a resident reports Westfield District Court 11:45 a.m.: community service, Glenwood Drive, officers 10:07 p.m.: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 participated in a birthday parade for a 3-year-old child, similar via the on-line reporting option that he received notification that his application for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, cases will be heard only on services were provided later on Apremont Way; an emergency basis. Generally, only cases involving defen- 1:55 p.m.: city ordinance violation, Whitney Playground, had been accepted but states that he made no such application, Shepard Street, a Community Service Unit officer reports sev- the call was referred to the Detective Bureau, see story in the dants in custody will be heard, remotely, utilizing videographic eral persons were swimming and cooking-out at the play- Tuesday, June 2 edition of The Westfield News. and telephonic technology. No comprehensive system for ground in violation of city ordinances, the violators were reporting the results of such hearings has been established.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY Wed., June 3, 2020 is the 155th day of the year. 211 days remain until the end of the year.

ON THIS DAY out of Fort Erie, Ontario back into the French Annapurna expedition worth of damage. WikiLeaks begins in Fort Meade, the United States. become the first climbers to reach 1982 – The Israeli ambassador to Maryland. 1140 – The French scholar Peter 1885 – In the last military engage- the summit of an 8,000-metre peak. the United Kingdom, Shlomo Argov, 2013 – At least 119 people are Abelard is found guilty of heresy. ment fought on Canadian soil, the 1962 – At Paris Orly Airport, Air is shot on a London street; he sur- killed in a fire at a poultry farm in 1326 – The Treaty of Novgorod Cree leader, Big Bear, escapes the France Flight 007 overruns the run- vives but is left paralysed. Jilin Province in northeastern China. delineates borders between Russia North-West Mounted Police. way and explodes when the crew 1984 – Operation Blue Star, a 2015 – An explosion at a gasoline and Norway in Finnmark. 1889 – The first long-distance attempts to abort takeoff, killing 130. military offensive, is launched by the station in Accra, Ghana, killing more 1539 – Hernando de Soto claims electric power transmission line in 1963 – Soldiers of the South Indian government at Harmandir than 200 people. Florida for Spain. the United States is completed, run- Vietnamese Army attack protesting Sahib, also known as the Golden 2017 – London Bridge attack: 1608 – Samuel de Champlain ning 14 miles (23 km) between a Buddhists in Huế with liquid chemi- Temple, the holiest shrine for Sikhs, Eight people are murdered and doz- completes his third voyage to New generator at Willamette Falls and cals from tear-gas grenades, caus- in Amritsar. The operation continues ens of civilians are wounded by France at Tadoussac, Quebec. downtown Portland, Oregon. ing 67 people to be hospitalized for until June 6, with casualties, most of Islamist terrorists. Three of the 1621 – The Dutch West India 1916 – The National Defense Act blistering of the skin and respiratory them civilians, in excess of 5,000. attackers are shot dead by the Company receives a charter for is signed into law, increasing the ailments. 1989 – The government of China police. New Netherland. size of the United States National 1965 – The launch of Gemini 4, sends troops to force protesters out 2019 – Khartoum massacre: In 1658 – Pope Alexander VII Guard by 450,000 men. the first multi-day space mission by of Tiananmen Square after seven Sudan, over 100 people are killed appoints François de Laval vicar 1935 – One thousand unem- a NASA crew. Ed White, a crew weeks of occupation. when security forces accompanied apostolic in New France. ployed Canadian workers board member, performs the first American 1991 – Mount Unzen erupts in by Janjaweed militiamen storm and 1665 – James Stuart, Duke of freight cars in Vancouver, beginning spacewalk. Kyūshū, Japan, killing 43 people, all open fire on a sit-in protest. York (later to become King James II a protest trek to Ottawa. 1969 – Melbourne–Evans colli- of them either researchers or jour- of England), defeats the Dutch fleet 1937 – The Duke of Windsor mar- sion: off the coast of South Vietnam, nalists. TODAY'S off the coast of Lowestoft. ries Wallis Simpson. the Australian aircraft carrier HMAS 1992 – Aboriginal land rights are BIRTHDAYS 1781 – Jack Jouett begins his 1940 – World War II: The Luftwaffe Melbourne cuts the U.S. Navy granted in Australia in Mabo v 20 BC – Sejanus, Roman soldier midnight ride to warn Thomas bombs Paris. destroyer USS Frank E. Evans in Queensland (No 2), a case brought and bodyguard (d. 31 AD) Jefferson and the Virginia legislature 1940 – World War II: The Battle of half. by Eddie Mabo. 1808 – Jefferson Davis, American of an impending raid by Banastre Dunkirk ends with a German victory 1973 – A Soviet supersonic 1998 – After suffering a mechani- colonel and politician, President of the Tarleton. and with Allied forces in full retreat. Tupolev Tu-144 crashes near cal failure, a high speed train derails Confederate States of America (d. 1839 – In Humen, China, Lin Tse- 1940 – Franz Rademacher pro- Goussainville, France, killing 14, the at Eschede, Germany, killing 101 1889) hsü destroys 1.2 million kilograms of poses plans to make Madagascar first crash of a supersonic passen- people. 1925 – Tony Curtis, American actor opium confiscated from British mer- the "Jewish homeland", an idea that ger aircraft. 2006 – The union of Serbia and (d. 2010) chants, providing Britain with a had first been considered by 19th 1979 – A blowout at the Ixtoc I oil Montenegro comes to an end with 1927 – Boots Randolph, American casus belli to open hostilities, result- century journalist Theodor Herzl. well in the southern Gulf of Mexico Montenegro's formal declaration of saxophonist and composer (d. 2007) ing in the First Opium War. 1941 – World War II: The causes at least 3,000,000 barrels independence. 1952 – Billy Powell, American key- 1861 – American Civil War: Battle Wehrmacht razes the Greek village (480,000 m3) of oil to be spilled into 2012 – A plane carrying 153 peo- board player and songwriter (Lynyrd of Philippi (also called the Philippi of Kandanos to the ground and mur- the waters, the second-worst acci- ple on board crashes in a residential Skynyrd) (d. 2009) Races): Union forces rout ders 180 of its inhabitants. dental oil spill ever recorded. neighborhood in Lagos, Nigeria, kill- 1967 – Anderson Cooper, American Confederate troops in Barbour 1942 – World War II: Japan begins 1980 – An explosive device is ing everyone on board and 10 peo- journalist and author County, Virginia, now West Virginia. the Aleutian Islands Campaign by detonated at the Statue of Liberty. ple on the ground. 1976 – Jamie McMurray, American 1864 – American Civil War: Battle bombing Unalaska Island. The FBI suspects Croatian national- 2012 – The pageant for the race car driver of Cold Harbor: Union forces attack 1943 – In Los Angeles, California, ists. Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II 1978 – Lyfe Jennings, American Confederate troops in Hanover white U.S. Navy sailors and Marines 1980 – The 1980 Grand Island takes place on the River Thames. singer-songwriter and producer County, Virginia. clash with Latino youths in the Zoot tornado outbreak hits Nebraska, 2013 – The trial of United States 1989 – Katie Hoff, American swim- 1866 – The Fenians are driven Suit Riots. causing five deaths and $300 million Army private Chelsea Manning for mer 1950 – Herzog and Lachenal of (equivalent to $931 million in 2019) leaking classified material to THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020 - PAGE 3 Send your briefs to The Westfield News WESTFIELD — Now, more what you offer, when and how or offer remote services? 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Markey shot back. the Holyoke Soldiers' Home situa- tests over police brutality and the Republican nominee - either Kevin Kennedy, however, returned to the He went on to list funding he had tion, and an "incomplete" overall for ongoing COVID-19 pandemic hang- O'Connor or Shiva Ayyadurai. idea that being a senator is about secured for the Easthampton fire the governor's response to COVID- ing like a cloud over the evening, The socially-distanced stage, with more than the bills somebody files department and summits he has held 19. U.S. Sen. Edward Markey and U.S. no audience and moderators asking and the votes they take. For instance, in Holyoke and Springfield on the Markey blamed Trump for letting Rep. Joseph Kennedy III returned to questions from remote locations, he said that while he supports the opioid epidemic. If he were an absen- states like Massachusetts down by the debate stage Monday night for the made for some awkward early Green New Deal, sponsored by tee senator, Markey said seven may- being unprepared to deliver personal first time in months, clashing over moments, but the candidates seemed Markey and U.S. Rep. Alexandria ors from western Massachusetts protective equipment and other assis- whether the incumbent spends to find their footing as the evening Ocasio Cortez, it will never pass would not have endorsed his cam- tance. enough time in the state's communi- wore on. unless Democrats take control of the paign. "I'm not grading him. He's working ties. With little daylight between them Senate. "I have been there for them," he very hard," Markey said of Baker. Kennedy accused the incumbent of on policy, Kennedy used both the He pointed to his work traveling said. The two Democrats also said they "absent leadership," leaning into a health and racial crises to drive home and fundraising for House Democratic Wu repeatedly pressed Markey to support substantially forgiving stu- long-held perception of Markey that his campaign's central raison d'être -- candidates to flip control of that release his travel records, and the dent debt and initiating a review of he spends more time at his suburban a belief that at this moment in history chamber. senator eventually relented. "I will how best to provide reparations to the Maryland home than in the cities and achieving change will require new Asked what he would have done work with you, Janet, in order to get ancestors of slaves to begin to repay towns he represents in Congress. leadership. differently than Markey over the past you the information you want," he Black Americans who they said have The charge was sharply refuted by "We cannot afford to go back to few months to respond to the corona- said. suffered for generations from the Markey, who listed events and fund- normal. This moment calls for us to virus health emergency, Kennedy Both men empathized with the impacts of slavery. ing he had secured for communities do something different, to build said the government failed years ago protesters who have been taking to There were also light moments in western Massachusetts -- where something better and bigger and we by not being prepared for a pandemic. the streets in cities around the country during the debate, including when the debate was held -- and he eventu- will not do that with the same folks "You don't let it get this far," to voice their anger over the latest Kennedy shared that his wife hates ally agreed to provide information and the same mindset that has brought Kennedy said. death of a black man or woman at the when he puts his feet on the coach about his travel schedule dating back us the last 50 years, because if there is The sharpest exchanges, by far, hands of a police officer, and criti- and Markey saying his wife is con- to 2013. a lesson from this crisis it's that that however, were over Markey's pres- cized President Donald Trump's cerned about his obsession with "My visits to western Mass are so normal was broken," Kennedy said. ence in Massachusetts before his response. Boston sports. frequent that I now have seven of the "We need stronger leadership in the reelection campaign and the COVID- Kennedy said that while he didn't Asked if he might want to use a mayors of western Massachusetts Senate, Janet," Kennedy told WCVB's 19 pandemic grounded him at his condone the looting that occurred in Senate seat as a springboard to the who have endorsed me, from Janet Wu. "This moment requires home in Malden. Boston on Sunday night, he under- White House, Kennedy said he had Chicopee to Agawam to North Adams stronger presence, better judgment "Senator, I got in this race and stood the anger that drove the vio- "no plans, none" to run for president to Pittsfield," Markey said. and clearer vision than Senator knew it was going to cause some lence. He urged people to not let the after this race, and Markey said he's The debate was the first in the race Markey has delivered." ruffled feathers. I knew it was going destruction overshadow the message also probably the only member of the since Feb. 18 and it was held at the Markey responded by touting his to make folks uncomfortable. I had of those protesting peacefully. Senate who doesn't think about mak- Springfield studios of Western Mass accomplishments in the Senate, from no desire, contrary to some out there, And Markey said, "The protesters ing that jump. News and broadcast live in multiple fighting to secure hundreds of mil- to go commit career suicide. When I out there are crying for justice." And on presumptive Democratic markets and states, with moderators lions of dollars in coronavirus relief called folks in western Massachusetts Markey and Kennedy also both presidential nominee Joe Biden's from four different outlets. funding for fisherman, gig workers I spoke to an elected official who said said they would support more federal upcoming pick for a running mate, Originally scheduled for March 18, and low-income families struggling they had seen me in western oversight of the Holyoke and Chelsea the two were also in agreement - the debate was postponed by the cam- to hear their homes, to pushing for Massachusetts more over the course Soldiers' Homes following the mas- almost. paigns and organizers due to the legislation to pay every American of the past year than they had seen sive outbreak of coronavirus at the "Elizabeth Warren," Markey said. public health emergency caused by $2,000 a month until the pandemic is you. I was here twice. I don't think the state-run Holyoke veterans' care "Ed Markey," Kennedy retorted. COVID-19. It's the second of six over. state can afford absent leadership in facility that has prompted multiple "And if not Markey, Elizabeth debates slated to take place between "We have a big job on our hands. the moment that we are in," Kennedy investigations. Warren."

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Surprise offers school budget options the largest department in the city comprising more than half of the city budget, and that is just what is budgeted, not taking into Don’t cut school staff To the Editor account the services the city provides to the School Department. The following was sent to the Westfield School Committee: I had a discussion with Superintendent Czaporowski on To the Editor, I am writing to ask you to see reason regarding your budget. social media yesterday. The topic of how to pay for the cuts, This is a difficult time for the City of Westfield and for our and what to cut came up. He asked for ideas, here are several: I read Amy’s news article and found out we are losing 33 positions and $4M in cuts for public schools. As the father of a citizens and taxpayers. Due to the COVID-19 virus related 1) Stop the contract payraises. The labor contracts clearly economic downturn, local and state tax revenues have fallen daughter in Kindergarten at Paper Mill, and one whose child state: “The Superintendent reserves the right to withhold a requires additional care with learning, I am vehemently opposed tremendously. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has regular increment or seniority step increase for the following to this revised budget. Cutting that much from our schools is just reported that tax revenues are down 50% from last year’s lev- reasons: a. Inefficiency, b. Insubordination, c. Conduct unbe- plain unacceptable. I realize this is a hard time for everyone els. Right now they are $6 Billion under target. Once the coming a teacher, d. For any other reasons the Superintendent what with the pandemic, the economy in shambles and the civil delayed income tax filing date comes in June, they are still considers to be detrimental to the school system.” unrest seen throughout the country, but doing this now is pour- estimating a $2 Billion dollar revenue shortfall. Locally we I would ask you all to consider that laying off 15 to 20 teach- ing salt on an open wound. have lost millions of dollars in revenue, with businesses (the ers and cutting programs is detrimental to our students and the Of the positions being cut, HVAC\Plumbing positions are of largest taxpayers in the city) closed, and many never to re- school system, and a greater harm to students than would be extreme importance right now – tell me how you are going to open. rolling back 2% in raises for staff this year. This would save keep our kids in a safe and clean environment when there is no Not unlike dozens of school departments in communities schools $1 Million this year. It’s not a difficult decision in time one to do the work. I do not want to send my child back to an across the state, the Mayor has asked the School Committee of crisis, and I am sure our teachers and staff would understand underfunded school system and one that has no ability to protect and School Department to do their part to help us through this that due to COVID-19, and until we can get the city back onto them, to the best of their ability, from potentially contracting crisis. Mayor Humason and his team have made $4 Million in sound fiscal footing we all need to do our part, and that they Covid-19. We are already being taxed by remote learning and cuts to the city budget. There are still tremendous debts that would be willing to give up raises to ensure the education of now we have to worry about the quality and safety of our need to be paid. Currently Westfield owes $230 Million in our students. schools when our children return. unfunded OPEB retiree healthcare, over $90 Million in pen- 2) Layoff administrative staff, not student facing staff. Additionally, with less staff, we will have larger classes and sion debt, and $75 Million in unfunded road repairs and main- While many may be good people and do their jobs well, the city being in larger classes puts undue burden on the teachers and tenance. There is nothing else to cut on the city side of the cannot afford the heavy cost of high paid administrators. I gives children less individualized learning. Again, as someone budget without severely harming the ability of our public would ask you to consider ending the positions of assistant- who has a child that requires more direct learning, this is espe- safety employees to do their job. I agree that in the long term principals at our elementary schools. They are not a key posi- cially egregious. savings can be found on the city side, but in the short term, due You need to dig deeper here; I refuse to believe you have done tion in ensuring our children’s education. This would save the all you can. In the article referenced, Sullivan says: to years of neglect and kicking the can, in the here and now city at least $750,000 per year in salary, pension, and benefit “Why do we need to go so far out in front of the ball, when cuts need to be made to all city departments in order to get the costs. no one is even talking about it. I am an emphatic no. If the City city through this crisis. 3) Close Fort Meadow school as has been discussed in the Council tells us we have to cut half of the budget deficit, when The Administration has asked you to make at least $4 past. Move the Pre-K programs into one of our elementary does the School Committee get half of the Free Cash. There’s Million in cuts. This is a fair ask, as the School Department is schools. The savings that had been previously discussed were also a Stabilization Fund,” Sullivan said, adding, “I don’t know approximately $500,000. how the city budget is being constructed. I think there are some 4) Charge a fee for those students that do not regularly use grants coming our way. We’re doing a disservice.” bussing services, but whose families have declined to waive the If there is grant money or something happening with a bussing requirement. Stabilization Fund, it deserves to be looked at. Your view here These are just some ideas, and I know there are many other seems hopeless: “Before we ask for what’s next, he’s got to ways to save on costs. I would ask you to make the difficult consider that there will be many more cuts coming down the choices you were all elected to do and meet the Mayor’s pike. We have no hope at the moment either from the state or the request for $4 Million in cuts. It is the right thing to do, and the federal government. This $8 million is what I need now,” the Mayor has promised mid-year increases if the city sees addi- Mayor said. “Strictly, it’s being asked for because we don’t have tional monies from the state or federal government. Help our that money. The state isn’t looking to do their budget until city through this crisis and do your fair share. August. They’re already cutting local aid to cities and towns and I would also ask the School Committee to consider that this educational money by 10%. We’re not just protecting this $4 same cycle of cuts will become a regular yearly occurrence million – I have to ask the School Department and other depart- when the City of Westfield hits our Tax Levy Ceiling in a few ments to start looking at the several million we’ll need for the next round,” Humason added. short years. Several of us that have served on the City Council I sincerely hope there will be no additional cuts – I don’t want have advised the School Department and School Committee this one; we will be crippled with half the budget gone and you that these type of issues were coming for years, the COVID-19 expect to cut further still? Why kind of education can you pos- crisis has simply exposed the problems and accelerated the sibly provide under those constraints? Do better – I will not issues. These structural problems are not going away, and in stand by and watch as our education is destroyed – I will not fact will become worse in the coming years. The School stand by while our children are put at risk for just trying to go to Department while providing a valuable service, is not the only school. It’s absurd. need in this city. As indicated above the city is in tough finan- cial shape, and to ask for more money for raises or anything Joshua Shapiro else at this point is not fair or feasible. Westfield The Westfield News Please find ways to reduce costs going forward and reduce A publication of The Reminders Publishing, LLC raises to quarter percentages after the city gets back on its feet. Westfield can no longer afford contracts that give out 6% and Mike Dobbs Flora Masciadrelli 7% raises to employees over a 3 to 4 year period. It is unfair to Managing Editor Director of Sales/ raise taxes every year on the citizens who before COVID-19, Classified Manager but particularly now are in difficult financial situations, in Hope E. Tremblay Editor James Johnson-Corwin order to give public employees a raise. Many residents are not Multi-Media Manager getting raises and in fact have lost their jobs and livelihoods, and are in danger of losing their businesses and homes. Many Chris Putz Marie Brazee Sports Editor Business Manager working-class and middle-class families, and senior citizens on fixed incomes are finding it difficult to afford to continue living Fran Smith Lorie Perry in our city. I implore you to do your part to help them. General Manager Director of Ad Production Thank you for your service and for your consideration of this letter.

62 School Street, Westfield , MA 01085 Regards, Former City Councilor (413)562-4181 Andrew K. Surprise www.thewestfieldnews.com THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020 - PAGE 5

Pellegrini, Seeley Ryan & Blakesley Attorney Charles Pellegrini, Seeley Ryan & Blakesley Attorney Patrick Pellegrini, Seeley Ryan & Blakesley Attorney Peter Moran Casartello adds items to a bag for the Boys and Girls Club McHugh gets bags ready to distribute. (SUBMITTED PHOTO) packs a bag at the Boys and Girls Club. (SUBMITTED PHOTO) of Greater Westfield. (SUBMITTED PHOTO) Boys and Girls Club Continued from Page 1 also a wonderful opportunity for our lawyers and staff to roll until the Club is able to resume programs. up our sleeves and help do something productive for the com- “We just received new regulations and are reviewing them munity by physically assembling the packs in addition to funding now,” Sullivan said, adding at this time he does not know when them,” he added. programs could start up again. Club Chief Advancement Officer Bo Sullivan said the mem- Pellegrini, Seeley, Ryan & Blakesley is a law firm of more than bers who received the packs were chosen by lottery. fifteen lawyers who have devoted their practice to protecting the “Their parents picked them up last week,” he said. “We distrib- rights of injured persons for over 60 years. uted them over three or four days.” The backpacks were stuffed with art supplies, puzzles, games, soccer and gym balls and other items Sullivan called “fun and educational essentials.” The law firm reached out to the Club to ask how its attorneys could help. “The Boys & Girls clubs are a haven for children,” said PSRB Partner Patrick McHugh. “They work every day to make a differ- ence in kid’s lives. We wanted to aid that mission and provide a little joy for the kids who aren’t able to be at the club right now.” “It was a real team effort,” said Casartello. “We are so pleased to help out an organization that does so much for the communi- ty.” Ayame Anthony spreads out the goodies in her donated Sullivan said the backpacks will give children something to do Assembled bags ready to distribute. (SUBMITTED PHOTO) backpack. (PHOTO SUBMItTED)

Starfires Continued from Page 1 “I think the vasty majority of people are for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines house out-of-state players due to federal, ready to get out there,” Thompson said in an will be enforced, he said. state, and local coronavirus guidelines, the exclusive interview with The Westfield News. That may include temperature checks for all Westfield Starfires have extended invites to “People are looking for some hope right now.” players and employees, making hand sanitizer players from the Boston and Hartford areas, Current plans call for a reduced 40-game and antiviral sprays available to players and some of whom were expected to play in the season versus the previously scheduled 56. staff, limiting restroom occupancy, installing Cape Cod Baseball League. Each team would play 20 home games under new signs with safety guidelines, and enforc- The Cape Cod League and New England the revised schedule. The Westfield Starfires ing social distancing measures, not only in the Collegiate Baseball League, which includes had originally been slated to the take the field bleacher section but also in the beer garden the Valley Blue Sox, of Holyoke cancelled May 28. and standing room areas. It has not been deter- their respective 2020 seasons over coronavi- “We are looking forward to getting out mined by state or local officials yet whether or rus concerns. there, hearing the crack of the bat like you do not seating capacity will be restricted. The An updated roster for the Westfield Starfires during spring training in Florida,” Thompson Starfires will also limit cash transactions, urg- is planned for later this month. said. field operations. The remaining five teams, ing fans to purchase advance tickets online to “We always planned on playing by July 4th Starfires officials have been in contact with each from Massachusetts – – the Westfield secure their seats. weekend,” Thompson said. “There is light at Gov. Charlie Baker’s coronavirus task force Starfires, Brockton Rox, Worcester “It’s going to be a family decision or indi- the end of the tunnel.” on economic development to get a better Bravehearts, Pittsfield Suns, and North Shore vidual decision whether people travel or go to Futures League Commissioner Joe Paolucci understanding of what a Phase 3 reopening in Navigators – – are all awaiting the green light the beach,” Thompson said. “We are going to continues to express optimism publicly for a late June would look like. According to from their municipalities to begin. provide a safe environment for the community 2020 season, noting that “all scenarios and Thompson, players could practice in advance “The well-being of players, fans and staff is to escape for 2-3 hours.” contingencies are under consideration.” of opening day. our priority right now,” Thompson said. Starfires officials are expected to meet with “We remain hopeful,” Paolucci said recent- The Nashua (N.H.) Silver Knights and New The Westfield Starfires have already devel- city leaders this week to discuss plans to go ly. “As soon as we have clarity on guidelines Britain (Conn.) Bees have already reached oped a COVID-19 readiness plan to open forth with a shortened season. and procedure for playing baseball, we will agreement from local officials to begin on- Bullens Field, Thompson explained. Centers Without the ability for host families to look to adapt and begin.”

Schools Finance Continued from Page 1 Continued from Page 1 about the budget deliberations written about in The Westfield News article said. Czaporowski asked whether that chair of the School Committee said. on May 29 about the school budget cuts. He then went on to list 15 points, Figy asked whether a repayment savings is reflected in the budget, Czaporowski said he agreed, but it the first being a comment that it was unfair to ask for comments when the plan to stabilization could be worked and was told it was not. Czaporowski means scheduling a special meeting, budget document is not posted on the city website. out. also asked whether savings in health and there is a June 15 deadline for “Second, I’m surprised that you are surprised, and the public was not “If we’re tight now, what kind of a insurance on the city side from laid furlough letters to go out. He also aware, of the requirement to reduce the school budget that was proposed in plan would we have to put it back. employees have been counted, plus said that 113 people wrote in to the April. This has been talked about for many weeks. The guidance related to The question specifically came up, additional revenue of $160,000 in School Committee to make their cuts in Chapter 70 and Unrestricted State Aid was received weeks ago. have we used stabilization, and did Chapter 74 funds from students voices heard. Everyone who’s read the news knows that state and local revenues have we pay it back,” Caputo said. attending Westfield Technical “I’m glad the mayor and his team declined due to COVID-19’s affects on the economy. The Mayor and the “That’s one of the things they look Academy. are looking at all possibilities to beef finance team have relayed this information several times to the School at. Quite honestly, that number is Rix said he estimated insurance up the revenue side of the budget to Department finance team. higher than I ever had as Mayor, savings of the employees that may lessen the impact the budget will “Third, I know we all want to be optimistic and think things will be back because I spend it on the School be furloughed is at $484,000. have,” Figy said after the meeting, to normal soon. However, we can’t bet the farm on that. We have to deal with Department,” Sullivan said. “Just between all of what we just adding, “I’ve got to give (CIty the situation as it stands, and be prepared to work with the unknowns and the Figy asked whether the city is talked about, your $8 million is now Council President) Brent Bean some restricted budgets (throughout the city). Beyond the finances, I know you looking at any major bonds coming down to $5 million,” Sullivan said. credit as well. He and I have been have your hands full trying to deal with the COVID impacts on schools and in before the new school, which he “Every little bit helps. That was working with the mayor and the education, and I wish you the best,” Flaherty wrote. said the city won’t be bonding to that my hope in having this meeting,” superintendent for the last five weeks Flaherty went on to address other comments made at the May 29 meeting, for 3 to 5 years. Figy said.. on this.” and to make suggestions to the School Committee on how to reduce their School Chief Financial Officer “In my thinking, you’re at $5 (mil- “All I know is that Councilor Figy budget. Ronald R. Rix said the bond would lion), and if you use $2 million (in and I called a meeting of the finance Sullivan said parents were very upset that the school budget was being cut, be going to the council at the end of Free Cash), you’re down to $3 (mil- committee to discuss with the admin- and expressed concerns about COVID-19, and sending their students back to the feasibility study for $2 million. lion). And that’s not even using your istration on how he came up with the school. She said they were also very concerned about their kids’ education “So we could borrow $1.5 million stabilization account,” Sullilvan total amount in cuts and where we and needing the teachers, because they haven’t been in school since March. and repay it within two years, if we added. were with projected revenues for the Lindsay Hall, a parent of two students, noted that in Westfield Middle have a repayment plan that we stick “That way we wouldn’t really upcoming fiscal year. After that School and Westfield Intermediate School the classes are already very large. to,” Figy said, adding, “That would need to have to do that,” said Figy. meeting the number changed from “This city is known for having good schools. People will be less likely to be my proposal.” “If we do some of those things, we $8.1 Million to $5.0 million in cuts,” move to Westfield,” she said, adding that she currently works in Holyoke, “I’m still going with conversations need time, we would not be ready to Bean said on Tuesday. where there are many issues in the school, “however, we are not laying off I’ve had with our Board of Health have the budget to the City Council “I am very disappointed in the lack any staff this year. Please reconsider and rehire the staff.” director.. There is a good chance on Thursday night,” Humason said. of communication, it has been very “I understand the need for budget cuts, please remember these kids have COVID will be back next year. I’d “I am more than willing to do that frustrating. Municipal finance is not been out of school for three months,” wrote Chrissy Bosworth. She said as a just be a little cautious about com- if it’s going to save some jobs,” Figy like balancing your checkbook. former teacher in Westfield, she was especially concerned for kindergarten mitting too much now, in case,” said. There are many moving parts and teachers without going back to school without paraprofessionals. Humason said. “We’re scheduled to take a vote at projections. It is a terrible process we “As a Westfield citizen and parent of a child in Westfield Public Schools, “With all due respect, I think it’s the School Committee at 7 p.m. are saddled with and it’s unfair to I’m deeply concerned. Children have suffered a considerable loss this year. the doomsday projection you picked. Sounds like the game is changing a cities and towns across the Now is not the time to be cutting budgets, now is the time to think about the Any loss of meals tax will be bal- little bit,” Rix said, and asked if they Commonwealth. That’s why com- significant enhancements to every school building,” stated Abby Genovese. anced by marijuana sales. I under- should postpone the vote. munication is extremely important,” “That’s just a cross section of the more than 125 emails we received,” stand auditors and treasurers have “That would be my decision,” Bean added. Sullivan said. jobs to do. I think everyone must be Humason, who serves as de facto Following the meeting, Superintendent Stefan Czaporowski made a com- a little more optimistic about this. ment on the budget discussions, and on the letters that had been sent. I’m not crazy, I know there will be If you would like to run a “I am appreciative that members of the city council finance subcommittee, cuts. Westfield has historically had school department and Mayor Humason were able to collaborate Monday to good property tax collection. You Birthday Announcement in take a closer look at revenue sources that could allow us to reduce the pro- can count it for whatever risk you’re jected budget deficit for next fiscal year. As a result, the School Department finally willing to take on revenue The Westfield News contact is working on a revised budget proposal that will maximize teaching and projections,” Sullivan said. learning opportunities next school year. I also would like to thank all of the Caputo said the trustees have us at: 413-562-4181 students, staff, and community members that submitted letters for public already voted on a health insurance participation supporting our students and schools,” said Czaporowski follow- holiday, which will save the city $1.2 ing the meeting. million this year. School Superintendent Stefan PAGE 6 - WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020 WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM THE WESTFIELD NEWS Tekoa Country Club Open 2 Ball Tournament A total of 82 teams, or 164 individual golfers participated in the first golf event of the season at Tekoa Country Club, an open two ball championship MARC ST.ONGE PHOTOS Saturday and Sunday. Doug Riel and Tim McKenna, both of Holyoke shot a 4-under-67 on the par-71 to become the event's overall winner.

Cheryl Salva and Susan Sendlenski arrive at Tekoa Country Club for Sunday’s open 2 ball tournament.

Peter, Paul, and Donna Hentnick come off the course during Sunday’s open 2 ball tournament at Tekoa Country Club.

Anthony “Rocketman” Jung tees off at the first hole during Dennis Rabtor, Jr. and Sr. head for the next hole during Tekoa Country Club’s open 2 ball tournament Sunday. Sunday’s open 2 ball tournament at Tekoa Country Club. Paul Vanasse concentrates on his putting.

A warm, sunny Sunday with a slight breeze provided a perfect golf day at Tekoa Country Club.

This little tiger’s ready to get back in the game. Bernie Demeo, back, watches Billy Cheetam make a Andy Rogers lets one fly. chip shot. THE WESTFIELD NEWS WWW.THEWESTFIELDNEWS.COM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020 - PAGE 7

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June 3, 2020 June 3, 2020 Dear Annie Commonwealth of Commonwealth of By ANNIE LANE Massachusetts Massachusetts The Trial Court The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court Hampden Probate and Hampden Probate and Family Court Family Court Dreadful ‘Dear’ 50 State Street 50 State Street Springfield, MA 01103 Springfield, MA 01103 Dear Annie: Why do strange men call women "NEW BEGINNINGS" 413-748-7758 413-748-7758 "dear" as they get a little older? Docket No. HD20P0789EA Docket No. HD20P0745EA I am in my late 60s but don't consider myself an Each chapter that is ending CITATION ON PETITION FOR CITATION ON PETITION FOR "old lady." I dress reasonably -- nice jeans/pants and Leads us to a new beginning FORMAL ADJUDICATION FORMAL ADJUDICATION a cute top. My hair is not gray, and I do not look The past that we are leaving Estate of: Estate of: sickly. Means a future we are winning Barbara May Hill Jeanne L. Murzin Also Known As: Date of Death Yes, I have a few wrinkles, but I still feel proud of Each change that fills the present Barbara M Hill 04/12/2020 my appearance. I am not these guys' mother, wife or Sets the stage for our tomorrow Date of Death sweetheart. I am a complete stranger. And how we meet each challenge 03/29/2020 To all interested persons: I have been called "dear" by cashiers, EMTs, a Helps determine joy or sorrow To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Ap- pointment of Personal Representative has male dentist and others. Many women do not take In every new beginning A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Ap- been filed by this as a compliment. In fact, it is a little demeaning. Spirit plays a vital part pointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Debra Jeanne Lampro or Holyoke, MA When I very politely mentioned this to a couple of We must approach tomorrow Lynn MacFarland of Westfield, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal De- men, I was met with silence or a look of disbelief. With a strong and steady heart cree and Order and for such other relief as re- Hopefully, some of these guys will see your column. So as we turn the corner requesting that the Court enter a formal De- quested in the Petition. cree and Order and for such other relief as re- Thanks for letting me vent. -- Don't Call Me "Dear" Let's all apprehension shed quested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Dear Don't Call Me "Dear": You assume that And fill our heart with confidence The Petitioner requests that: or "dear" is a term reserved for elderly women, when I As we proceed ahead Debra Jeanne Lampro Holyoke, MA Lynn MacFarland of Westfield, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of always thought it was a term of endearment (pardon -- Bruce B. Wilmer (1978) said estate to serve Without Surety on the the pun) for all ages. I see the intention being key in be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of bond in an unsupervised administration. said estate to serve Without Surety on the these circumstances. Are these speakers being cour- Dear Reader: Thank you for sending this poem. bond in an unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE teous or condescending? I'm curious to hear from It is very uplifting, and, as you say, it is still timely. You have the right to obtain a copy of the IMPORTANT NOTICE Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. other readers on this subject. When a stranger calls ——— You have the right to obtain a copy of the You have a right to object to this proceed- you "dear," are you complimented or insulted? "Ask Me Anything: A Year of Advice From Dear Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. ing. To do so, you or your attorney must file You have a right to object to this proceed- a written appearance and objection at this Dear Annie: In these days of the coronavirus, I Annie" is out now! Annie Lane's debut book -- fea- ing. To do so, you or your attorney must file Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day have been occupied by going through some paper- turing favorite columns on love, friendship, family a written appearance and objection at this of 06/10/2020. This is NOT a hearing date, Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day but a deadline by which you must file a writ- work that my mother and I have saved. We found and etiquette -- is available as a paperback and of 06/18/2020. This is NOT a hearing date, ten appearance and objection if you object but a deadline by which you must file a writ- to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely this poem by Bruce Wilmer, which was written in e-book. Visit http://www.creatorspublishing.com for ten appearance and objection if you object written appearance and objection followed 1978. I wanted to share it with your readers because more information. Send your questions for Annie to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely by an affidavit of objections within thirty written appearance and objection followed (30) days of the return day, action may be it is just as appropriate now as it was 42 years ago. Lane to [email protected]. by an affidavit of objections within thirty taken without further notice to you. (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISEDADMINISTRATIONUNDER THEMASSACHUSETTSUNIFORMPRO- UNSUPERVISEDADMINISTRATIONUNDER BATECODE(MUPC) THEMASSACHUSETTSUNIFORMPRO- A Personal Representative appointed un- BATECODE(MUPC) der the MUPC in an unsupervised adminis- A Personal Representative appointed un- tration is not required to file an inventory or HINTS FROM HELOISE der the MUPC in an unsupervised adminis- annual accounts with the Court. Persons in- tration is not required to file an inventory or terested in the estate are entitled to notice annual accounts with the Court. 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