MassVoter.com← Revere City CouncilRevere City Council · 2022–2023 Council · Regular meeting
February 7, 2022
19 recorded votes, 15 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: President Gerry Visconti presiding.
Present: Anthony Cogliandro, Al Fiore, Patrick M. Keefe, Joanne McKenna, Ira Novoselsky, Dan Rizzo, Richard J. Serino, Marc Silvestri, Gerry Visconti
Absent: Steven Morabito, George J. Rotondo
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Journal
Approve the journal (minutes) of the January 24, 2022 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of January 24, 2022
The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-007
Communication from the Mayor relative to the 2022 update to the Municipal Hazard Mitigation Plan
Communication from the Mayor relative to the 2022 update to the Municipal Hazard Mitigation Plan.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Cogliandro, Fiore, Keefe, McKenna, Novoselsky, Rizzo, Serino, Silvestri, Visconti ABSENT: Morabito, Rotondo.”
Council Order 22-010
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Laila Pietri to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board of Trustees
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF LAILA PIETRI TO THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST FUND?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Cogliandro, Fiore, Keefe, McKenna, Novoselsky, Rizzo, Serino, Silvestri, Visconti ABSENT: Morabito, Rotondo.”
Council Order 22-022
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Nicholas Rudolph to Conservation Commission
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF NICHOLAS RUDOLPH TO THE CONSERVATION COMMISSION?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Cogliandro, Fiore, Keefe, McKenna, Novoselsky, Rizzo, Serino, Silvestri, Visconti ABSENT: Morabito, Rotondo.”
Council Order 22-028
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Megan Simmons-Herrling to the Planning Board
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF MEGAN SIMMONS-HERRLING TO THE PLANNING BOARD?
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Cogliandro, Fiore, Keefe, McKenna, Novoselsky, Rizzo, Serino, Silvestri, Visconti ABSENT: Morabito, Rotondo.”
Council Order 22-038
That the Mayor request Planning & Community Development to pursue State grant funds in the Shared Streets and Spaces Program for the purpose of applying for a raised crosswalk on Campbell Avenue...
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request Planning & Community Development to pursue State grant funds in the Shared Streets and Spaces Program for the purpose of applying for a raised crosswalk on Campbell Avenue at the public stairs. Additionally that portable speed bumps for spring, summer and fall weather be installed on Campbell Avenue, upper Centennial Avenue, the long end of Hichborn Street, and various locations on Garfield Avenue and Standish Road between Eliot Road and Curtis Road. Additionally, that raised crosswalks or portable speed bumps be installed through grant funding at all school zones.
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 22-039
That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to amend Schedule IV of Title 10 Isolated Stop Signs by removing Conant Street for Northeast bound and Southwest bound traffic at the intersection of...
Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro, Councillor Serino: That the Mayor request the Traffic Commission to amend Schedule IV of Title 10 Isolated Stop Signs by removing Conant Street for Northeast bound and Southwest bound traffic at the intersection of Rumney Road. Further, that the DPW be directed to remove the stop sign upon the approval of the amendment by the Traffic Commission.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-040
That the Mayor direct the Chief of Police to increase patrols on Proctor Avenue. This neighborhood continues to be affected by speeding
Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro: That the Mayor direct the Chief of Police to increase patrols on Proctor Avenue. This neighborhood continues to be affected by speeding.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-041
That the Mayor request National Grid to install a 48 watt street lamp on Pole 2793 in front of 58 Carlson Avenue. Years ago, a car took the pole down, and when the pole was replaced, the street...
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor request National Grid to install a 48 watt street lamp on Pole 2793 in front of 58 Carlson Avenue. Years ago, a car took the pole down, and when the pole was replaced, the street lamp never got replaced.
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 22-042
That the Mayor request National Grid to lower the wattage of the light in the street lamp to 48 watts on Pole 2591 in front of 60 Kingman Avenue. The current wattage is shining in neighbors'...
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor request National Grid to lower the wattage of the light in the street lamp to 48 watts on Pole 2591 in front of 60 Kingman Avenue. The current wattage is shining in neighbors' homes, and has become a nuisance.
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 22-044
That the Mayor request Overlook Ridge and MassDOT to provide the City with an update regarding the eventual reconfiguration of the entrance to Overlook Ridge and access to Route 1
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor request Overlook Ridge and MassDOT to provide the City with an update regarding the eventual reconfiguration of the entrance to Overlook Ridge and access to Route 1.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-045
That the Mayor be requested to communicate the City's concerns to Congresswoman Katherine Clark relative to 5G antennas within a two and half mile radius of Logan Airport. The FAA and recent data...
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna, Councillor Keefe: That the Mayor be requested to communicate the City's concerns to Congresswoman Katherine Clark relative to 5G antennas within a two and half mile radius of Logan Airport. The FAA and recent data has shown that 5G antennas can disrupt flight instruments on airplanes. Beachmont is directly under the flight path from Logan Airport and any airplane interference from 5G antennas would be catastrophic for this neighborhood.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-046
That the City Council issue a Certificate of Appreciation to Hennisee Gomez, Property Manager of Broadway Towers. Hennisee has been a wonderful asset to the residents of Revere by assisting fire...
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the City Council issue a Certificate of Appreciation to Hennisee Gomez, Property Manager of Broadway Towers. Hennisee has been a wonderful asset to the residents of Revere by assisting fire victims and those in need by providing housing at reasonable rates.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-047
That the Mayor request the appropriate department to purchase sandbags in
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna, Councillor Fiore: That the Mayor request the appropriate department to purchase sandbags in
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-048
That the Mayor request the MassDOT to lengthen the deceleration lane on Rte 60 (Squire Rd.) heading eastbound for entry into Northgate Shopping Plaza
Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo, Councillor Serino: That the Mayor request the MassDOT to lengthen the deceleration lane on Rte 60 (Squire Rd.) heading eastbound for entry into Northgate Shopping Plaza.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-050
That the Mayor be requested to investigate the feasibility of utilizing capital improvement stabilization funds to purchase a snow melting machine for the DPW. Snow is only plowed and never...
Motion presented by Councillor Serino: That the Mayor be requested to investigate the feasibility of utilizing capital improvement stabilization funds to purchase a snow melting machine for the DPW. Snow is only plowed and never removed in highly congested areas of the City. Removing snow from these areas is the most efficient way to free up on- street parking spaces and improve pedestrian safety and walkability after storms.
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 22-053
That the Mayor designate the walking path entrance connecting Cooledge Street and Gordon Road as a pedestrian walking path. Further, that the Mayor direct the DPW to ensure that area is clearly...
Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro: That the Mayor designate the walking path entrance connecting Cooledge Street and Gordon Road as a pedestrian walking path. Further, that the Mayor direct the DPW to ensure that area is clearly marked as such and plowed properly so children can safely walk to school.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-056
That the City Council award Certificates of Appreciation to the Paul Revere 5th Grade Peer Leadership Team for collecting winter gloves and hats for those in need
Motion presented by Councillor Silvestri: That the City Council award Certificates of Appreciation to the Paul Revere 5th Grade Peer Leadership Team for collecting winter gloves and hats for those in need.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-061
That the City Council request the City Solicitor to provide the City Council with a legal opinion regarding the Mayor's authority to allow multiple members of boards and commissions terms to...
Motion presented by Councillor Fiore: That the City Council request the City Solicitor to provide the City Council with a legal opinion regarding the Mayor's authority to allow multiple members of boards and commissions terms to expire and continue to serve without confirmation of the City Council.
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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