MassVoter.com← Revere City CouncilRevere City Council · 2020–2021 Council · Regular meeting
August 23, 2021
30 recorded votes, 19 with disagreement.
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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 July 12, 2021 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of July 12, 2021
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Council Order 21-286
A Resolution of Condolence will be offered by the City Council in honor of Margaret P. "Peggy" O'Hara-Shanahan, the first woman to serve on the Revere City Council
A Resolution of Condolence will be offered by the City Council in honor of Margaret P. "Peggy" O'Hara-Shanahan, the first woman to serve on the Revere City Council.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-243
That Rule 20 - Presentation of Awards of City Council Rules of Order be amended as follows: The maker of the motion offering the certificate(s) shall be responsible for the cost of materials for...
Motion presented by Council President Zambuto: That Rule 20 - Presentation of Awards of City Council Rules of Order be amended as follows: The maker of the motion offering the certificate(s) shall be responsible for the cost of materials for the certificate(s) at $5.00 per certificate. The cost includes 1 presentation folder, 1 certificate, and 1 gold seal. Total cost shall be paid in full prior to the presentation and shall be paid to the Office of the City Clerk Office Materials Account.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-211
An Ordinance Further Amending the Short-Term Rental Ordinance
An Ordinance Further Amending the Short-Term Rental Ordinance.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-261
Communication from the Mayor relative to Appointment of John Shue to Conservation Commission
Communication from the Mayor relative to Appointment of John Shue to Conservation Commission
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-288
Communication from the Mayor relative to the Appointment of Hazem Hamdan to Zoning Board of Appeals
Communication from the Mayor relative to the Appointment of Hazem Hamdan to Zoning Board of Appeals
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-250
Communication from the Election Commissioner requesting approval for early voting in person
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE ELECTION COMMISSIONER’S REQUEST TO IMPLEMENT EARLY VOTING FOR THE SEPTEMBER 14TH PRELIMINARY ELECTION AND THE NOVEMBER 2ND LOCAL ELECTION?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-251
Communication from the Election Commissioner requesting approval of the Warrant for the Preliminary Election on Tuesday, September 14, 2021
Communication from the Election Commissioner requesting approval of the Warrant for the Preliminary Election on Tuesday, September 14, 2021.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-252
Communication from the Chief of Police presenting the Fiscal Year 2021 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL ENDORSE AND SUPPORT THE REVERE POLICE DEPARTMENT IN ITS APPLICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2021 JAG PROGRAM?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-253
Communication from Anthony Cogliandro, 105 Newman St., Revere, MA requesting that the City of Revere provide small business owners with free metered parking at their business locations
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL FORWARD THIS REQUEST TO THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION?
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-254
Communication from Anthony Cogliandro, 105 Newman St., requesting that the City of Revere install two crosswalks on Ward Street
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL FORWARD THIS REQUEST TO THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION?
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-255
Communication from the City Auditor relative to the RevereTV appropriation
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN APPROPRIATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $169,819.96 FROM THE CABLE ACCESS RECEIPT RESERVE FUND TO PAY FOR REVERE TV’S QUARTERLY INVOICE?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-256
Communication from the City Auditor relative to the Transportation Network Infrastructure Fund appropriation
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $54,073.80 FROM THE TRANSPORTATION FUND TO THE ROADWAY CAPITAL FUND?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-258
Communication from the Mayor regarding an appropriation from the Community Improvement Trust Fund for the Northern Strand Trail underpass art improvements
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000 FROM THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT TRUST FUND FOR A MURAL PROJECT AT THE UNDERPASS ON THE NORTHERN STRAND COMMUNITY TRAIL?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-259
Communication from the Mayor regarding an appropriation from the Community Improvement Trust Fund for a mural project on the MBTA building adjacent to Butler Circle
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A TRANSFER IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000 FROM THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT TRUST FUND FOR A MURAL PROJECT ON MBTA OWNED PARCEL 9-157A-5?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-260
Communication from the Mayor regarding a Resolution designating Costa Park for conservation and recreational use in perpetuity
Communication from the Mayor regarding a Resolution designating Costa Park for conservation and recreational use in perpetuity.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Giannino, Guinasso, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Serino, Rotondo, Visconti, Zambuto.”
Council Order 21-267
That the Mayor request the Superintendent of Public Schools, Director of Finance, City Engineer, Chief of Planning & Community Development, the City Planner, School Committeeman Ferrante, and a...
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor request the Superintendent of Public Schools, Director of Finance, City Engineer, Chief of Planning & Community Development, the City Planner, School Committeeman Ferrante, and a representative from Left Field Group to provide an update on the new High School Building project to include plans, potential location selection sites, cost of takings, and cost (approximate $300,000,000).
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-271
That the Mayor be requested to proceed with the taking of McMackin Field by eminent domain in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 79
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor be requested to proceed with the taking of McMackin Field by eminent domain in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 79.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-272
That the Mayor or appropriate department be requested to communicate to Amazon that it is expected that their delivery drivers follow the rules of the road and obey local traffic ordinances
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor or appropriate department be requested to communicate to Amazon that it is expected that their delivery drivers follow the rules of the road and obey local traffic ordinances.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-276
That the City Council award a Certificate of Commendation to Kayla & Jordan Martelli for holding their 10th annual Alex's Lemonade Stand to raise funds for childhood cancer research and treatment....
That the City Council award a Certificate of Commendation to Kayla & Jordan Martelli for holding their 10th annual Alex's Lemonade Stand to raise funds for childhood cancer research and treatment. To date, the Martelli's have raised over $50,000 through their fundraiser.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-278
That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to provide resident parking passes for the residents of the Jack Satter House and that ten (10) home care provider parking passes be provided to the...
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to provide resident parking passes for the residents of the Jack Satter House and that ten (10) home care provider parking passes be provided to the administration of the Jack Satter House for their use. Further, that the Mayor request our State Delegation to request that DCR investigate the feasibility of providing visitor passes for residents at the Jack Satter House and other properties located on Revere Beach Boulevard and Ocean Avenue.
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 21-290
That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to amend Section 10.34.020(F) City-Wide Resident Parking Sticker Program Regulations by deleting 420 Revere Beach Boulevard
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to amend Section 10.34.020(F) City-Wide Resident Parking Sticker Program Regulations by deleting 420 Revere Beach Boulevard.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-279
That the Mayor request the DPW to widen a section of Bellingham Avenue from #2 - #178. In order for the City to comply with ADA laws, sidewalk parking on Bellingham Avenue was prohibited and...
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request the DPW to widen a section of Bellingham Avenue from #2 - #178. In order for the City to comply with ADA laws, sidewalk parking on Bellingham Avenue was prohibited and therefore, during the recent fire in Beachmont, fire apparatuses could not maneuver down Bellingham Avenue due to the new curb to curb parking. In addition, residents parked along this section of Bellingham Avenue frequently experience car damage because of how narrow this section is.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-280
That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to designate four (4) 24-hour resident only parking spaces in the Central Avenue Municipal Parking Lot for the residents of Aucella Court and Central...
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to designate four (4) 24-hour resident only parking spaces in the Central Avenue Municipal Parking Lot for the residents of Aucella Court and Central Avenue Rear. The Traffic Commission overlooked the residents living on these streets when metered parking was established in the Central Avenue Municipal Parking Lot.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-281
That the Mayor instruct National Grid to install 96 watt street lamps on Poles 3960, 3960 1/2, and 3961 on Salem Street in North Revere, before Sully's Curve opposite the entrance to Overlook...
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor instruct National Grid to install 96 watt street lamps on Poles 3960, 3960 1/2, and 3961 on Salem Street in North Revere, before Sully's Curve opposite the entrance to Overlook Ridge. At night, particularly in bad weather, this stretch of roadway is dark and poses a safety issue.
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 21-282
That the Mayor direct the DPW to repair the seawall in front of 131 Rice Avenue. Further, that an assessment of the entire wall be made to detect any other portions of the wall that may be...
Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor direct the DPW to repair the seawall in front of 131 Rice Avenue. Further, that an assessment of the entire wall be made to detect any other portions of the wall that may be deteriorating. Further, that the City Solicitor and City Engineer make a determination as to who is responsible for maintaining the wall.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-283
That the Mayor request DCR Traffic Engineering to redesign the intersection of Revere Beach Parkway and Campbell Avenue to change the contour to restrict the turning of traffic onto Campbell...
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request DCR Traffic Engineering to redesign the intersection of Revere Beach Parkway and Campbell Avenue to change the contour to restrict the turning of traffic onto Campbell Avenue from the Revere Beach Parkway and reduce the length of the crosswalk across Campbell Avenue for the safety of pedestrians.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-284
That the Mayor request DCR Traffic Engineering to redesign the intersection of Revere Beach Parkway and Hillside Avenue to change the configuration reduce the length of the crosswalk across...
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request DCR Traffic Engineering to redesign the intersection of Revere Beach Parkway and Hillside Avenue to change the configuration reduce the length of the crosswalk across Hillside Avenue for the safety of pedestrians and paint the appropriate crosswalk.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-285
That the Mayor request DCR to provide a copy of the DCR Master Plan for Revere Beach Boulevard and the length of Ocean Avenue from Revere Street to Revere Beach Parkway
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request DCR to provide a copy of the DCR Master Plan for Revere Beach Boulevard and the length of Ocean Avenue from Revere Street to Revere Beach Parkway.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 21-287
That the Mayor and City of Revere host an official community memorial event in commemoration of the twentieth anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001 on Saturday, September 11th, 2021
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor and City of Revere host an official community memorial event in commemoration of the twentieth anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001 on Saturday, September 11th, 2021.
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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