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Biography of Joseph F. Hickey

Joe Hickey is an Independent Candidate for 28th Middlesex District for the State of Massachusetts

• LEADERSHIP • INDEPENDENCE • INTEGRITY •

Family Background

Joe was born, raised and educated in Everett. He is 55 years old. He has been married to Mary Ann Citroni Hickey for 35 years. They have four children. Mary Ann is employed as a education specialist for the Dept. of Education. His son Joseph is a Captain in the Everett Fire Department. His son John serves as a Clerk in the Middlesex Courts. His daughter Carolyn Parmenter teaches culinary Arts. His daughter Danielle is a federal Agent for Homeland Security. Joe and Mary Ann have three grandchildren. Joe presently owns the Sea Tern Restaurant in Everett.

Public Service

Joe has served on the Everett City Council for 3 terms with a term as President of the Council. He has been a member and Chairman of both the Planning Board and Rule and Ordinance Committees. He has been actively involved in the Economic Development of the area as a member of the Mystic Valley Development Corporation. Joe was instrumental in bringing the Viet Nam traveling wall to Everett in 2005, and the dedication of the Tree of Peace in Everett Square.

Joe has worked to establish Boy Scout troops and is active in many community organizations.

Military Service

Joe served his country, with distinction, in the United States Army during two tours in Viet Nam. He was a Helicopter flight engineer on Ch-47 Chinooks. He was decorated with 14 Air Medals and the Army Commendation with Oak Leaf Cluster for valor. He is the past commander of the Italian American War Veterans.

Business Experience

Joe has 30 years of business experience in the telecommunication sector with ATT and as owner of Low Voltage, Incorporated and Low Voltage International, Inc. This experience is invaluable in today’s technological society. He worked to bring the TELCOM Park to the Everett area creating high paying jobs, this is a project that has been delayed for economic reasons but is high on Joe’s agenda. Economic growth means jobs and increased prosperity for the district.

Summary

When you carefully examine Joe’s experience, integrity, family, dedication and loyalty and compare the other candidate it is clear that there is only one choice. Elect Joe Hickey as your State Representative.