MassVoter.com← Revere City CouncilRevere City Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting
February 5, 2018
17 recorded votes, 14 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Council Vice-President Joanne McKenna presiding. George J. Rotondo arrived late (6:10 PM).
Present: Arthur F. Guinasso, Patrick M. Keefe, Joanne McKenna, Steven Morabito, Ira Novoselsky, John F. Powers, Charles J. Patch, George J. Rotondo, Anthony T. Zambuto
Absent: Jessica A. Giannino, Dan Rizzo
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Journal
Approve the journal (minutes) of the January 22, 2018 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of January 22, 2018
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Council Order 18-034
Communication from Attorney Lawrence Simeone, on behalf of his client, A Chara Development, LLC, requesting a time extension on special permit C-17- 17, 320 Revere Beach Boulevard
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN “A CHARA DEVELOPMENT, LLC” AND “THE CITY COUNCIL” FOR A TIME EXTENSION TO TAKE ACTION ON SPECIAL PERMIT C-17-17, 320-329 REVERE BEACH BOULEVARD FOR A PERIOD OF SIXTY (60) DAYS FROM FEBRUARY 25, 2018?
Yes: Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rotondo, ZambutoNo: Powers
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [8 TO 1] AYES: Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rotondo, Zambuto NAYS: Powers ABSENT: Giannino, Rizzo.”
Council Order 18-015
Baystone Revere, LLC, 540 Revere Beach Blvd., Revere, MA 02151 seeking permission to install a standing accessory sign at 540 Revere Beach Blvd., Revere, MA 02151
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE RELIEF REQUESTED BY THE PETITIONER TO INSTALL A STANDING ACCESSORY SIGN AT 540 REVERE BEACH BLVD.?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Giannino, Rizzo.”
Council Order 18-033
Communication from the Parks & Recreation Director requesting approval of a Conflict of Interest form for John Leone, Sports and Fitness Coordinator and Junior Varsity Basketball Coach
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST FORM FOR JOHN LEONE, SPORTS AND FITNESS COORDINATOR AND JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Giannino, Rizzo.”
Council Order 18-038
That the Mayor provide an accounting of the list of sidewalk repairs approved by the City Council last year in the amount of $200,000. The accounting shall include the complete list of locations...
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor provide an accounting of the list of sidewalk repairs approved by the City Council last year in the amount of $200,000. The accounting shall include the complete list of locations of potential sidewalks to be repaired, the locations of sidewalks repaired and the amount of money spent as of this date (Feb 1, 2018).
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-039
That the Mayor include in the FY19 funding the installation of HP crosswalk ramps on Eliot Road at the intersections of Porter Ave., Garfield Ave., Curtis Rd., and Clark Rd. There are many Elderly...
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor include in the FY19 funding the installation of HP crosswalk ramps on Eliot Road at the intersections of Porter Ave., Garfield Ave., Curtis Rd., and Clark Rd. There are many Elderly and HP residents on Eliot Road in homes and at the RHA facility that have difficulty crossing at the intersections.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-040
That the Mayor direct the City Engineer, along with outside engineering firm, CDM Smith, meet and discuss a long term solution to the flooding problems that exist on Sagamore Street. Further, that...
Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo, Councillor Powers: That the Mayor direct the City Engineer, along with outside engineering firm, CDM Smith, meet and discuss a long term solution to the flooding problems that exist on Sagamore Street. Further, that this meeting be held in conjunction with the Public Works Sub-Committee to allow for impacted residents to be informed of the meeting by virtue of the public/open meeting law so they can provide testimony as to their individual situations.
The minutes record the result as “Tabled”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/26/2018 6:00 PM AYES: Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Giannino, Rizzo.”
Council Order 18-041
That the Mayor and Inspectional Services contact the owner of One Beach Street to investigate the compliance of the original plan which was to make this a 55 and older building. Further, that a...
Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo, Council Vice-President McKenna: That the Mayor and Inspectional Services contact the owner of One Beach Street to investigate the compliance of the original plan which was to make this a 55 and older building. Further, that a report verifying and/or confirming residents in that building are all in compliance with what was originally expected and agreed to is sent to the City Council.
The minutes record the result as “Tabled”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/26/2018 6:00 PM AYES: Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Giannino, Rizzo.”
Council Order 18-042
That the Mayor request the owners or their representatives of Wonderland to come before the City Council to discuss the following: 1.) Why has the demolition of Wonderland Park ceased? 2.) With...
Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor request the owners or their representatives of Wonderland to come before the City Council to discuss the following: 1.) Why has the demolition of Wonderland Park ceased? 2.) With regards to several piles of rubble in the parking lot, is there any contaminated material? 3.) When will the broken glass in the grandstand and clubhouse be removed, which constitutes a danger to the public? And 4.) When the demolition will be completed?
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-043
That the Mayor request all future Site Plan Review meetings to be held in the City Council Chambers and televised just like any other board in the interest of complete transparency
Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo: That the Mayor request all future Site Plan Review meetings to be held in the City Council Chambers and televised just like any other board in the interest of complete transparency.
The minutes record the result as “Tabled”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/26/2018 6:00 PM AYES: Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Giannino, Rizzo.”
Council Order 18-044
That the Mayor instruct the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department inmate crew to pay special attention to open space at the corner of North Shore Road and Beach Street. This area is a spot that...
Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo, Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor instruct the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department inmate crew to pay special attention to open space at the corner of North Shore Road and Beach Street. This area is a spot that attracts trash and other debris on a regular basis.
The minutes record the result as “Tabled”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS] Next: 2/26/2018 6:00 PM AYES: Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Giannino, Rizzo.”
Council Order 18-046
That the following Special Legislation be approved: An Act Relative to the Tenure of Office of the City Clerk of the City of Revere Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in...
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN ACT RELATIVE TO THE TENURE OF OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF REVERE?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Giannino, Rizzo.”
Council Order 18-049
That the Mayor contact MassDOT and the City's State and Federal Delegations to conduct a noise abatement study and request the installation of sound barriers along Route 1 between Route 16 and...
Motion presented by Council Vice-President McKenna, Councillor Patch, Councillor Keefe: That the Mayor contact MassDOT and the City's State and Federal Delegations to conduct a noise abatement study and request the installation of sound barriers along Route 1 between Route 16 and Copeland Circle. Commuters during the work week utilize Route 1 from points north of Boston, Route 128, and Interstate 95, causing a regional traffic problem that directly impacts the quality of life of Revere residents.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-050
That the Mayor request MassDOT to clean Route 1 from Asti Avenue to Copeland Circle. The amount of litter on this stretch of highway is an eyesore and affects the quality of life residents who own...
Motion presented by Councillor Patch, Council Vice-President McKenna: That the Mayor request MassDOT to clean Route 1 from Asti Avenue to Copeland Circle. The amount of litter on this stretch of highway is an eyesore and affects the quality of life residents who own property bordering this stretch of state highway.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-051
That the City of Revere establish an evacuation plan for Revere Beach Boulevard. The current plan on file with the Fire Department is outdated and does not take into account any of the new and...
Motion presented by Council Vice-President McKenna, Councillor Novoselsky, Councillor Powers: That the City of Revere establish an evacuation plan for Revere Beach Boulevard. The current plan on file with the Fire Department is outdated and does not take into account any of the new and future development occurring on the boulevard.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-052
That the Mayor request the DCR to amend the parking regulations on Ocean Avenue and Revere Beach Boulevard in the vicinity the new residential developments on Ocean Avenue. It is the understanding...
Motion presented by Council Vice-President McKenna, Councillor Novoselsky, Councillor Powers: That the Mayor request the DCR to amend the parking regulations on Ocean Avenue and Revere Beach Boulevard in the vicinity the new residential developments on Ocean Avenue. It is the understanding of the City Council that the management of the buildings charges its residents a monthly fee to park on site. Residents avoid the additional cost by parking on the public way reducing traffic flow to one lane on Ocean Avenue and eliminating parking for visitors to Revere Beach. The current regulations (4 hour parking) in place are not enforced by the State Police or DCR.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-053
That the Mayor and Chief of the Fire Department appear before the City Council to discuss staffing of both personnel and equipment at the Revere Fire Department. This motion is prompted by the...
Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo: That the Mayor and Chief of the Fire Department appear before the City Council to discuss staffing of both personnel and equipment at the Revere Fire Department. This motion is prompted by the devastating fire at 81 Central Avenue that damaged two other neighboring houses. A pump was out of service at Central Fire which could have drastically reduced response time and been a significant factor with regards to life safety.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
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