MassVoter.com← Revere City CouncilRevere City Council · 2018–2019 Council · Regular meeting
September 24, 2018
16 recorded votes, 12 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, John F. Powers, Charles J. Patch, Dan Rizzo, George J. Rotondo, Anthony T. Zambuto
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Anthony T. Zambuto recused from the vote on Council Order 18-311 (Communication from Healthy Community Initiatives requesting adoption of a Complete...).
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Journal
Approve the journal (minutes) of the September 17, 2018 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of September 17, 2018
The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-305
That the City Council award Certificates of Commendation to the owners of Safy Market, Kelly's Roast
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the City Council award Certificates of Commendation to the owners of Safy Market, Kelly's Roast
The minutes record the result as “Tabled”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto.”
Council Order 18-311
Communication from Healthy Community Initiatives requesting adoption of a Complete Street Policy
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT THE COMPLETE STREET POLICY?
Yes: Guinasso, Jessica A. Giannino, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Patch, Powers, Rizzo, Rotondo
From the minutes
“RESULT: ADOPTED - ROLL CALL [10 TO 0] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo RECUSED: Zambuto.”
Council Order 18-309
Hearing called as ordered on the application of National Grid to install a conduit from existing pole #307 to 7 Belcher Street
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE PETITION OF NATIONAL GRID TO INSTALL A CONDUIT FOR ELECTRICAL SERVICE AT 7 BELCHER STREET?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto.”
Council Order 18-290
That the Mayor conduct a feasibility study to implement LED smart crosswalks throughout the city. Further, that grants should be looked at in order to launch this smart program
Motion presented by Councillor Morabito, Councillor Keefe: That the Mayor conduct a feasibility study to implement LED smart crosswalks throughout the city. Further, that grants should be looked at in order to launch this smart program.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-245
Communication from the Director of Finance relative to the acceptance of MGL Chapter 32B, Section 20, as amended
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL ACCEPT THE PROVISIONS OF MGL CHAPTER 32B, SECTION 20, AS AMENDED RELATIVE TO OPEB?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto.”
Council Order 18-289
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Landmark Utilities & Site Excavation Corporation as a Licensed Drain Layer
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF LANDMARK UTILITIES & SITE EXCAVATION CORPORATION AS A LICENSED DRAIN LAYER?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Patch, Rizzo, Rotondo, Zambuto.”
Motion presented by Council President Giannino: That the Mayor request the Superintendent of Public Works and...
That the Mayor request the Superintendent of Public Works and Inspectional Services to appear before the Public Works Sub-Committee for the purpose of providing
Motion presented by Council President Giannino: That the Mayor request the Superintendent of Public Works and Inspectional Services to appear before the Public Works Sub-Committee for the purpose of providing
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-314
That the Mayor inform the City Council the status of the new barrel program, a timeline for implementation, and source of funding to execute the purchases
Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo: That the Mayor inform the City Council the status of the new barrel program, a timeline for implementation, and source of funding to execute the purchases.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-315
That the Mayor instruct Inspectional Services and Public Works to monitor and remove signs from public telephone poles, median strips, and other public property offering private services
Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo: That the Mayor instruct Inspectional Services and Public Works to monitor and remove signs from public telephone poles, median strips, and other public property offering private services.
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 18-316
That the Mayor request Traffic Commission to investigate the feasibility of installing safety measures including but not limited to stop signs or traffic lights at the intersection of Malden...
Motion presented by Councillor Patch: That the Mayor request Traffic Commission to investigate the feasibility of installing safety measures including but not limited to stop signs or traffic lights at the intersection of Malden Street and Newhall Street. This is a very dangerous intersection for students and other pedestrians. Further, that an additional crossing guard be stationed at Charger Street and North Avenue to enable students to cross Malden Street safely at this location.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-317
That the Mayor be requested to provide an update on the installation of security cameras at Harry Della Russo Stadium and Griswold Park ball fields. In addition, that the PA system in the press...
Motion presented by Councillor Keefe: That the Mayor be requested to provide an update on the installation of security cameras at Harry Della Russo Stadium and Griswold Park ball fields. In addition, that the PA system in the press box at the stadium be relocated to the back of the booth. The PA system was installed incorrectly so everyone hits their head when in the booth.
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 18-318
That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission and Building Inspector to establish restrictions and fines for vehicles being used to hold scrap metal and garbage overnight on city streets and on...
Motion presented by Councillor Keefe: That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission and Building Inspector to establish restrictions and fines for vehicles being used to hold scrap metal and garbage overnight on city streets and on private property. Currently, many of these vehicles are skirting commercial vehicle licenses and operating business the public roadways.
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 18-320
That the Mayor contact the MBTA to trim the trees at the Revere Beach T station from Shirley Ave to Beach Street. The trimming should create a ten foot canopy over the walkway. A copy of this...
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor contact the MBTA to trim the trees at the Revere Beach T station from Shirley Ave to Beach Street. The trimming should create a ten foot canopy over the walkway. A copy of this motion to be sent to Speaker DeLeo and Senator Boncore for their assistance.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-321
That the Mayor contact Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control and request that all fields and playgrounds throughout the city are treated and monitored for ticks and mosquitoes. According to...
Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo, Councillor Patch: That the Mayor contact Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control and request that all fields and playgrounds throughout the city are treated and monitored for ticks and mosquitoes. According to Public Health Commissioner Dr.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 18-322
That the Mayor request the MBTA to install bus stop shelters on Squire Road at the Showcase Cinema and at Stop and Shop in the interest of public safety and convenience
Motion presented by Councillor Patch: That the Mayor request the MBTA to install bus stop shelters on Squire Road at the Showcase Cinema and at Stop and Shop in the interest of public safety and convenience.
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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