MassVoter.com← Revere City CouncilRevere City Council · 2020–2021 Council · Regular meeting
June 7, 2021
15 recorded votes, 15 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Council President Anthony T. Zambuto presiding.
Present: Jessica A. Giannino, Arthur F. Guinasso, Patrick M. Keefe, Joanne McKenna, Steven Morabito, Ira Novoselsky, John F. Powers, Richard J. Serino, George J. Rotondo, Gerry Visconti, Anthony T. Zambuto
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Journal
Approve the journal (minutes) of the May 24, 2021 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of May 24, 2021
The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-177
A Certificate of Merit will be awarded to Officer Dave Wilson for going above and beyond the call of duty to rescue a 16 year old girl from drowning herself in the frigid waters of Revere Beach on...
A Certificate of Merit will be awarded to Officer Dave Wilson for going above and beyond the call of duty to rescue a 16 year old girl from drowning herself in the frigid waters of Revere Beach on May 14, 2021.
The minutes record the result as “Tabled”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS] Next: 6/14/2021 6:00 PM AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-176
A Certificate of Commendation will be awarded to Parking Director Jim Rose in recognition of his upcoming retirement from the City of Revere
A Certificate of Commendation will be awarded to Parking Director Jim Rose in recognition of his upcoming retirement from the City of Revere.
The minutes record the result as “Tabled”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS] Next: 6/14/2021 6:00 PM AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-191
That the Mayor request the DPW to install a ramp on the side entrance of the senior center. This is a matter of public safety for the seniors utilizing this facility
Motion presented by Council Vice-President Visconti, Councillor Giannino, Councillor Serino: That the Mayor request the DPW to install a ramp on the side entrance of the senior center. This is a matter of public safety for the seniors utilizing this facility.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-192
That the city of Revere investigate the feasibility of placing photovoltaic systems on all public buildings utilizing the latest technology. Tesla is a prime example of current technologies
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the city of Revere investigate the feasibility of placing photovoltaic systems on all public buildings utilizing the latest technology. Tesla is a prime example of current technologies.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-193
That the city of Revere investigate the feasibility of increasing the use of electric vehicles within the city’s automotive fleet by 10% every five years or as technology permits to attain 50% of...
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the city of Revere investigate the feasibility of increasing the use of electric vehicles within the city’s automotive fleet by 10% every five years or as technology permits to attain 50% of electric vehicles by 2050.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-194
That Mayor investigate the feasibility of utilizing American Rescue Plan funds to transform the old Beachmont Fire Station into artists lofts and an art gallery. This fire station is the oldest...
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That Mayor investigate the feasibility of utilizing American Rescue Plan funds to transform the old Beachmont Fire Station into artists lofts and an art gallery. This fire station is the oldest station in Revere and is currently being used as a storage facility for the fire department. To preserve this historical building, the City must act now or risk losing another piece of Revere's history.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-196
That the Mayor request MassDOT to adjust the timing of the traffic signal at Route 1A and Revere Street to allow more time for vehicles on Revere Street to take a left onto Route 1A
Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor request MassDOT to adjust the timing of the traffic signal at Route 1A and Revere Street to allow more time for vehicles on Revere Street to take a left onto Route 1A.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-203
That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to establish "No Parking" regulations on the south side of Revere Street from Sagamore Street to North Shore Road
Motion presented by Councillor Guinasso: That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to establish "No Parking" regulations on the south side of Revere Street from Sagamore Street to North Shore Road.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-197
That the Mayor request Municipal Inspections to direct the owners of the Wonderland property to clean the high grass on the lot of land they own at the corner of Shawmut Street and Dunn Road, and...
Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor request Municipal Inspections to direct the owners of the Wonderland property to clean the high grass on the lot of land they own at the corner of Shawmut Street and Dunn Road, and any other properties they own on Dunn Road.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-198
That the Mayor direct the Police Department to monitor speeding on Beach Street from Belle Circle to Central Avenue. This neighborhood is home to a funeral home, pediatric clinic, and a public...
Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor direct the Police Department to monitor speeding on Beach Street from Belle Circle to Central Avenue. This neighborhood is home to a funeral home, pediatric clinic, and a public health building. There have been several accidents in recent years, and strong speeding enforcement and safety signalization may be required to prevent future accidents.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-199
That the City of Revere investigate the feasibility of permitting the delivery of medical or recreational cannabis as permitted by state law. Further, that the City charge a $1-$2 service fee as...
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the City of Revere investigate the feasibility of permitting the delivery of medical or recreational cannabis as permitted by state law. Further, that the City charge a $1-$2 service fee as permitted by law.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-200
That the Mayor request the Board of Health to inspect the property at the corner of Oak Island and Beverly Streets and take appropriate action to have the owner clean the property of overgrowth...
Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor request the Board of Health to inspect the property at the corner of Oak Island and Beverly Streets and take appropriate action to have the owner clean the property of overgrowth and debris.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-201
That the Mayor request the Police Department to install surveillance cameras on Amassa Street to monitor illicit activity and illegal dumping
Motion presented by Councillor Keefe: That the Mayor request the Police Department to install surveillance cameras on Amassa Street to monitor illicit activity and illegal dumping.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-202
That the Mayor request the DPW to install a "blind driveway" sign on the sidewalk of the even- numbered side of Beach Street between #344-350 and face the sign in the easterly direction towards...
Motion presented by Councillor Morabito: That the Mayor request the DPW to install a "blind driveway" sign on the sidewalk of the even- numbered side of Beach Street between #344-350 and face the sign in the easterly direction towards (Bell Circle). Signage will caution cyclists and oncoming traffic of the blind spot at the corner of Thurlow Avenue and Beach Street.
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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