MassVoter.com← Revere City CouncilRevere City Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting
July 23, 2018
25 recorded votes, 17 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Council President Jessica A. Giannino presiding.
Present: Jessica A. Giannino, Arthur F. Guinasso, Patrick M. Keefe, Joanne McKenna, Steven Morabito, Ira Novoselsky, Charles J. Patch, Dan Rizzo, George J. Rotondo, Anthony T. Zambuto
Absent: John F. Powers
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Journal
Approve the journal (minutes) of the June 25, 2018 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of June 25, 2018
The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-264
That the City Council approve "A Resolution in Support of United Steelworkers District 4, Local 12012-4, Boston Gas Workers Union"
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo, Councillor Guinasso, Councillor Patch, Councillor Rizzo, Councillor Novoselsky, Council President Giannino, Council Vice-President McKenna, Councillor Powers, Councillor Keefe, Councillor Morabito, Councillor Zambuto: That the City Council approve "A Resolution in Support of United Steelworkers District 4, Local 12012-4, Boston Gas Workers Union".
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-267
In accordance with the provisions of MGL c. 268A, s. 20B, that the City Council hereby grants "Special Municipal Employee" status to the Revere Police Activities League
Motion presented by Councillor Patch: In accordance with the provisions of MGL c. 268A, s. 20B, that the City Council hereby grants "Special Municipal Employee" status to the Revere Police Activities League.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-240
Hearing called as ordered on the application of Ash Family Limited Partnership, 31 Scott Lane, Wakefield, MA 01880 requesting a Chapter 148 License from the Revere City Council for aboveground...
Shall the City Council approve the Chapter 148 License for 320 Revere Beach Boulevard to enable the appellant to park 188 vehicles in a parking garage at a 145 unit apartment building?
Yes: Guinasso, Jessica A. Giannino, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rotondo, ZambutoNo: Rizzo
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [9 TO 1] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rotondo, Zambuto NAYS: Rizzo ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-241
Hearing called as order on the application of Sandcastle at 172 Kimball, LLC, 200 Winthrop Parkway, Revere, MA 02151 requesting a Chapter 148 License from the Revere City Council for aboveground...
Shall the City Council approve the Chapter 148 License for 172 Kimball Avenue to enable the appellant to park 6 vehicles below a condominium building?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-223
Hearing called as ordered on the application of Bellevue Revere, LLC, 72 Squire Rd., Unit 2, Revere, MA 02151 seeking permission from the Revere City Council to construct four townhouse units on...
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE RELIEF REQUESTED BY THE PETITIONER TO CONSTRUCT 4 TOWNHOUSE UNITS ON LOT 14 BELLEVUE AVE SUBJECT TO THE FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF SITE PLAN REVIEW?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-224
Hearing called as ordered on the application of Leon Geszpec, PO Box 11230, Brookline, MA 02446 seeking permission from the Revere City Council to expand a nonconforming six (6) unit residential...
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE RELIEF REQUSTED BY THE PETITIONER TO EXPAND A NONCONFORMING 6 UNIT RESIDENTIAL USE TO AN 8 UNIT RESIDENTIAL USE AT 542 BEACH STREET?
No: Guinasso, Jessica A. Giannino, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto
From the minutes
“RESULT: DEFEATED - ROLL CALL [0 TO 10] NAYS: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-225
Hearing called as ordered on the application of RBP Hotel, LLC, 1359 Hooksett Rd., Hooksett, NH 03106 requesting permission from the Revere City Council to modify an existing Planned Unit...
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE RELIEF REQUESTED BY THE PETITIONER TO MODIFY AN EXISTING PUD BY INCREASING THE NUMBER OF PERMITTED HOTEL ROOMS FROM 132 ROOMS TO 152 ROOMS AT 245 REVERE BEACH PARKWAY SUBJECT TO THE FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF SITE PLAN REVIEW AND THE CITY COUNCIL ZONING SUB-COMMITTEE?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-243
Communication from the Auditor relative to the FY2018 Free Cash Appropriation for Year End Close
SHALL THE CITY APPROVE THE FOLLOWING FREE CASH APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLOSING OUT FY2018?
Yes: Guinasso, Jessica A. Giannino, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, ZambutoNo: Rizzo, Rotondo
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [8 TO 2] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Zambuto NAYS: Rizzo, Rotondo ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-244
Communication from the Mayor relative to FY2018 Year End Transfers
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE END OF FY2018 GENERAL FUND TRANSFERS AS REPORTED BY THE CITY AUDITOR’S LETTER DATED JULY 19, 2018?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-232
Hearing called as ordered on the application of Anh Vu, American Drycleaner for a permit to install an awning at 363 Revere Street
Hearing called as ordered on the application of Anh Vu, American Drycleaner for a permit to install an awning at 363 Revere Street.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-242
Communication from the Mayor relative to the PARC Grant Application for the renovation of Curtis Park
Communication from the Mayor relative to the PARC Grant Application for the renovation of Curtis Park.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto ABSENT: Powers.”
Council Order 18-246
That the Mayor provide a copy of the City of Revere yearly audit and the budget commencing in 2016
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor provide a copy of the City of Revere yearly audit and the budget commencing in 2016.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-247
That the City Council award a Certificate of Commendation to Kerri Abrams, owner of Kinship Floral, for donating a kidney to John Nucci
Motion presented by Councillor Guinasso: That the City Council award a Certificate of Commendation to Kerri Abrams, owner of Kinship Floral, for donating a kidney to John Nucci
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-248
That the Mayor request the management of the Beach House to appear before the Revere City Council to discuss the event of July 4th in which over 7 cruisers from RPD and State Police responded to...
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor request the management of the Beach House to appear before the Revere City Council to discuss the event of July 4th in which over 7 cruisers from RPD and State Police responded to an incident and to discuss how to prevent such incidents in the future. A representative from RPD shall be requested to appear as well.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-250
That the Mayor request Clear Channel to remove the destroyed billboard structure on North Shore Road. The identification numbers on the billboard are 14803/7072
Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor request Clear Channel to remove the destroyed billboard structure on North Shore Road. The identification numbers on the billboard are 14803/7072.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-252
That the City Council request that Rep Vincent file legislation to change the CMR to make veteran the highest priority to obtain housing. Further that she or a member of her office appear before...
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the City Council request that Rep Vincent file legislation to change the CMR to make veteran the highest priority to obtain housing. Further that she or a member of her office appear before the Council to discuss our efforts thus far.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-254
That the Mayor update the Revere City Council regarding any and all mitigation at Suffolk Downs
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor update the Revere City Council regarding any and all mitigation at Suffolk Downs.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-255
That the City of Revere establish a Revere employment commission. The proposed commission should emulate the City of Boston in Function and law
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the City of Revere establish a Revere employment commission. The proposed commission should emulate the City of Boston in Function and law.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-256
That the Mayor request that Chief of Police to appear before the Revere City Council regarding call takers/dispatch and the interconneccivty of Revere CCTV
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor request that Chief of Police to appear before the Revere City Council regarding call takers/dispatch and the interconneccivty of Revere CCTV.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-258
That the Mayor request the appropriate entity responsible for the reconstruction of the islands on Revere Beach Parkway at the intersection of Winthrop Avenue to remove all barrels, cones, and...
Motion presented by Council Vice-President McKenna: That the Mayor request the appropriate entity responsible for the reconstruction of the islands on Revere Beach Parkway at the intersection of Winthrop Avenue to remove all barrels, cones, and other construction materials as soon as possible. Construction has not taken place in several weeks and the area was left in complete disarray. Barrels not required for traffic control shall be removed.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted. The minutes record the result as “Ordered As Amended”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED AS AMENDED VOICE VOTE.”
Council Order 18-260
That the City Council request the Speaker of the House and Representative Vincent to support the safe staffing bill currently before the State
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the City Council request the Speaker of the House and Representative Vincent to support the safe staffing bill currently before the State.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-261
That the Mayor request National Grid to install a street light on Pole 1540 at the intersection of Revere Street and Sagamore Street. This is necessary because residents making a right hand turn...
Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor request National Grid to install a street light on Pole 1540 at the intersection of Revere Street and Sagamore Street. This is necessary because residents making a right hand turn onto Sagamore Street have difficulty making the turn due to the lack of proper lighting.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-262
That the Mayor request all utility companies or contractors performing non-emergency utility and construction projects involving street opening, pole work, power lines that may disrupt residences...
Motion presented by Councillor Keefe: That the Mayor request all utility companies or contractors performing non-emergency utility and construction projects involving street opening, pole work, power lines that may disrupt residences or business to give abutters a minimum of 7 days notice prior to the commencement of work. Notice shall include scope of work.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-268
That the Mayor request the DPW to investigate the feasibility of installing a new sidewalk and retaining wall at 55 Tuscano Avenue due to the severe flooding conditions
Motion presented by Councillor Patch: That the Mayor request the DPW to investigate the feasibility of installing a new sidewalk and retaining wall at 55 Tuscano Avenue due to the severe flooding conditions.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
From the Revere City Council’s official minutes (the council’s “Journal”), posted on the city’s meeting portal (linked from the City Council page on revere.org). We check every vote against the councillors present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Councillor photos: City of Revere (revere.org), from the official photos on the City Council page. Former councillors show initials.
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