A Record of Results, A Vision for the Future

By Mayor Carlo DeMaria

I have always been humbled by the privilege of serving as Mayor of Everett. It has been the honor of my life to work on behalf of our residents—to improve our neighborhoods, create opportunities, and make Everett a place where families can live, work, and thrive.

When I first took office, Everett was facing economic uncertainty and declining investment. Together, we changed that. We brought world-class partners to our city, from Encore Boston Harbor to new housing and development projects that have strengthened our economy, expanded our tax base, and created thousands of good jobs. We’ve modernized infrastructure, improved public safety, expanded access to city services, and laid the groundwork for major improvements in public transit and housing affordability.

This progress did not happen by accident. It happened through years of planning, persistence, and partnership—with residents, local businesses, and community leaders working together for the good of the city. Everett’s transformation is now recognized across Massachusetts as one of the most successful examples of local economic revitalization in decades.

I know that with progress often comes debate, and that in politics, success can sometimes attract criticism. I welcome accountability, and I respect the role of oversight in government. Regarding the questions raised about compensation and cost-of-living adjustments, I want to be clear: those matters were publicly voted on, approved by the City Council, documented, and reviewed by legal counsel. The issue is now before the courts, and I will fully abide by the legal process and whatever decision is rendered. I have nothing to hide, and I have always acted in what I believed to be the best interests of the city.

Unfortunately, elections too often involve tactics to hide when a candidate does not have real plans.  I believe the people of Everett deserve more than headlines and soundbites—they deserve results. And that’s what my administration has consistently delivered. I have used these past several months to set the record straight and make sure you have the facts about the progress we have made.

As we look ahead, my focus remains on the future: on improving public transportation and better connecting Everett to Boston; on addressing housing affordability through smart growth and transit-oriented development that doesn’t add cars to our streets; on continuing to expand educational opportunities and support our schools; and on ensuring that our city remains a place where longtime residents and new families alike can prosper.

Eighteen years ago, Everett took a chance on a new generation of leadership. Together, we built momentum, embraced innovation, and proved what’s possible when a community pulls together. I’m asking residents to have faith once again—not in me, but in the progress we’ve built and the promise of what’s still to come.

My opponent talks about restoring trust and bringing change. I agree that trust matters—but trust is earned through results, not rhetoric. Change, by itself, is not a plan. Leadership is about experience, vision, and the ability to deliver. As mayor, I’ve collaborated with residents to turn challenges into opportunities and to build a stronger Everett for every generation. That work isn’t finished, and I’m asking voters to continue this progress with me.

I’m proud of Everett’s success, and I remain committed to leading and continuing to deliver results with transparency, accountability, and a steadfast focus on the people I serve.