MassVoter.com← Revere City CouncilRevere City Council · 2020–2021 Council · Regular meeting
February 10, 2020
19 recorded votes, 13 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: President Patrick M. Keefe presiding.
Present: Jessica A. Giannino, Arthur F. Guinasso, Joanne McKenna, Steven Morabito, Ira Novoselsky, John F. Powers, George J. Rotondo, Richard J. Serino, Gerry Visconti, Anthony T. Zambuto, Patrick M. Keefe
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Journal
Approve the journal (minutes) of the January 27, 2020 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of January 27, 2020
The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-017
Robert Inello, 727 Revere Beach Parkway, Revere, MA 02151 seeking permission from the Revere City Council to reconstruct and modify a pre- existing nonconforming structure for the purpose of...
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE RELIEF REQUESTED BY THE APPLICANT TO RECONSTRUCT AND MODIFY A PRE-EXISTING NONCONFORMING STRUCTURE FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING A FOUR-STORY BUILDING UTILIZED FOR A SELF STORAGE USE AT 727 REVERE BEACH PARKING SUBJECT TO THE FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF SITE PLAN REVIEW AND THE ZONING SUB-COMMITTEE?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rotondo, Serino, Visconti, Zambuto, Keefe.”
Council Order 20-016
That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to establish a new regulation prohibiting the parking of motor vehicles within 10 feet of a crosswalk
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to establish a new regulation prohibiting the parking of motor vehicles within 10 feet of a crosswalk.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-031
Communication from the Election Commissioner relative to the Warrant for the March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE WARRANT CALLING FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY ON TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020?
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-032
A Communication from the Election Commissioner seeking an approval of Exemption to allow Public employees to work at the polls on Election Day
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN EXEMPTION OF MGL CHAPTER 268A, SECTION 20(B) IN ORDER TO ALLOW MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES TO WORK AT THE POLLS ON ELECTION DAY?
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-033
Shall the City Council approve a transfer in the amount of $945,572 from Free Cash to the general fund stabilization fund?
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $945,572 FROM FREE CASH TO THE GENERAL FUND STABILIZATION FUND?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rotondo, Serino, Visconti, Zambuto, Keefe.”
Shall the City Council approve a transfer in the amount of $1,260,762 from Free Cash to the capital improvement stabilization fund?
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,260,762 FROM FREE CASH TO THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT STABILIZATION FUND?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rotondo, Serino, Visconti, Zambuto, Keefe.”
Shall the City Council approve a transfer in the amount of $250,000 from Free Cash to the other post employment benefit trust fund?
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $250,000 FROM FREE CASH TO THE OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFIT TRUST FUND?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rotondo, Serino, Visconti, Zambuto, Keefe.”
Shall the City Council approve a transfer in the amount of $452,667 from water/sewer Free Cash to the water/sewer stabilization fund?
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $452,667 FROM WATER/SEWER FREE CASH TO THE WATER/SEWER STABILIZATION FUND?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rotondo, Serino, Visconti, Zambuto, Keefe.”
Council Order 20-034
Communication from the Mayor relative to municipal building improvements
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,343,332 FROM THE TORNADO INSURANCE PROCEEDS ACCOUNT TO THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE ACCOUNT?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rotondo, Serino, Visconti, Zambuto, Keefe.”
Council Order 20-036
That the Mayor request the License Commission, the Fire Department, and ISD to investigate Majestic Motors, 14 Furlong Drive and Sullivan Tire for any violations including, but not limited to...
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request the License Commission, the Fire Department, and ISD to investigate Majestic Motors, 14 Furlong Drive and Sullivan Tire for any violations including, but not limited to operating a Class II business without a license, improper storage of flammables, and for unclean/unsanitary conditions.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-037
That the Mayor request ISD to investigate Lee's Trailer Park, Revere Beach Parkway for building and health code violations. The property is in complete disarray and needs to be brought up to code
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request ISD to investigate Lee's Trailer Park, Revere Beach Parkway for building and health code violations. The property is in complete disarray and needs to be brought up to code.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-038
That the Mayor be requested to notify the Conservation Commission and the Environmental Protective Agency of the deplorable conditions of Green Creek behind Lee’s Trailer Park, Sullivan Tire, and...
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor be requested to notify the Conservation Commission and the Environmental Protective Agency of the deplorable conditions of Green Creek behind Lee’s Trailer Park, Sullivan Tire, and Majestic Auto. Excessive illegal dumping continues in this creek creating havoc by jeopardizing wildlife, and stopping water circulation to and from Belle Isle Creek which causes flooding.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-043
That the City Council award a Certificate of Commendation to Revere Karate Academy in recognition of being in business for 40 years
Motion presented by Councillor Keefe: That the City Council award a Certificate of Commendation to Revere Karate Academy in recognition of being in business for 40 years.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-044
That the Mayor request the Director of Finance to designate a spot on its municipal tax bills, or include a form enclosed with its tax bills, whereby taxpayers of the city may voluntarily check...
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor request the Director of Finance to designate a spot on its municipal tax bills, or include a form enclosed with its tax bills, whereby taxpayers of the city may voluntarily check off and donate an amount of money to be paid to a municipal account designated for Revere's veterans. The purpose of such a "Revere Veterans Fund" would be to provide support for Revere veterans and their dependents in need of immediate assistance with food, transportation, heat and emergency lodging.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-045
That the Mayor request MassDOT install a crosswalk at the traffic light at 540 Squire Road, the entrance to Stop & Shop
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor request MassDOT install a crosswalk at the traffic light at 540 Squire Road, the entrance to Stop & Shop.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-046
That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to install a "Stop Sign" on Sprague Street at the intersection of Winthrop Avenue
Motion presented by Council Vice-President Visconti, Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to install a "Stop Sign" on Sprague Street at the intersection of Winthrop Avenue.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-047
That the Mayor request MassDOT and the State Delegation to review and suggest countermeasures to reduce the number of incidents in which vehicles drive through the center of Brown Circle at Route 107
Motion presented by Councillor Keefe, Councillor Guinasso: That the Mayor request MassDOT and the State Delegation to review and suggest countermeasures to reduce the number of incidents in which vehicles drive through the center of Brown Circle at Route 107.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 20-048
That the Mayor request the City Engineer and the City Solicitor to proceed with the process to install a drainage utility easement between 26 and 34 Hillside Avenue in order to prevent icing on...
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request the City Engineer and the City Solicitor to proceed with the process to install a drainage utility easement between 26 and 34 Hillside Avenue in order to prevent icing on Hillside Avenue.
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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