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April 11, 2022
16 recorded votes, 13 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, Steven Morabito, Ira Novoselsky, Richard J. Serino, Marc Silvestri, Gerry Visconti
Absent: Dan Rizzo, George J. Rotondo
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Journal
Approve the journal (minutes) of the March 28, 2022 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of March 28, 2022
The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted. The minutes record the result as “Accepted As Amended”.
Council Order 22-057
An Ordinance Amending the Revised Ordinances of the City of Revere relative to Drain Layers (Engrossment and Ordainment)
An Ordinance Amending the Revised Ordinances of the City of Revere relative to Drain Layers (Engrossment and Ordainment).
Yes: Cogliandro, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, Silvestri, ViscontiNo: FioreThe minutes record the result as “Ordered Engrossed And Ordained”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED ENGROSSED AND ORDAINED [8 TO 1] AYES: Cogliandro, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, Silvestri, Visconti NAYS: Fiore ABSENT: Rizzo, Rotondo.”
Council Order 22-100
That the Mayor be requested to provide the City Council with all demographic data points by census block
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor be requested to provide the City Council with all demographic data points by census block.
The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted. The minutes record the result as “Tabled - No”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED - NO ROLL CALL Next: 4/25/2022 6:00 PM.”
Council Order 22-101
That the Mayor request Dr. Barros to provide the City Council with a copy of the REMAP plan and current scope of work to identify those who are traditionally and most marginalized in our community...
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor request Dr. Barros to provide the City Council with a copy of the REMAP plan and current scope of work to identify those who are traditionally and most marginalized in our community which was discussed at the Human Rights Commission meeting of March 10, 2022. Further, that Dr. Barros be requested to inform the City Council of what can be done through the City Council to meet these goals.
The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted. The minutes record the result as “Tabled - No”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED - NO ROLL CALL Next: 4/25/2022 6:00 PM.”
Council Order 22-102
That the Mayor request Dr. Barros, Director of Talent and Culture, and City Solicitor Paul Capizzi to hold a hostile work environment seminar
Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor request Dr. Barros, Director of Talent and Culture, and City Solicitor Paul Capizzi to hold a hostile work environment seminar.
The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted. The minutes record the result as “Tabled - No”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: TABLED - NO ROLL CALL Next: 4/25/2022 6:00 PM.”
Council Order 22-054
That the City Council approve the following Home Rule, An Act Relative to Term Limits for the Office of Mayor, City Council, and School Committee. Section 1
Motion presented by Councillor Silvestri: That the City Council approve the following Home Rule, An Act Relative to Term Limits for the Office of Mayor, City Council, and School Committee. Section 1.
Yes: Cogliandro, Serino, SilvestriNo: Fiore, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Visconti
From the minutes
“RESULT: DEFEATED - ROLL CALL [3 TO 6] AYES: Cogliandro, Serino, Silvestri NAYS: Fiore, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Visconti ABSENT: Rizzo, Rotondo.”
Council Order 22-106
That the City Council commission the installation of portraits in the City Council Chambers in honor of the first women elected to the Revere City Council: Ward 1 Councillor Rita Singer (1975)...
Motion presented by Councillor Fiore: That the City Council commission the installation of portraits in the City Council Chambers in honor of the first women elected to the Revere City Council: Ward 1 Councillor Rita Singer (1975), Ward 3 Councillor Elvira "Vera" Curcio (1975), and the first at-large Councillor Linda Santos Rosa (1987).
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Cogliandro, Fiore, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, Silvestri, Visconti ABSENT: Rizzo, Rotondo.”
Adopt Councillor Novoselsky’s minority report (change the Zoning Sub-Committee’s unfavorable recommendation to favorable)
Minority Report by Councillor Novoselsky: That the City Council amend Chairman Keefe's Zoning Sub-Committee recommendation from an unfavorable recommendation to a favorable recommendation: Councillors Cogliandro, Fiore, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, and Silvestri voting "YES". Councillors Keefe, McKenna, and Council President Visconti voting "NO". Councillors Rizzo and Rotondo were absent. Councillor Novoselsky's Minority Report for the Zoning Sub-Committee on the proposed zoning amendment has been adopted.
Yes: Cogliandro, Fiore, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, SilvestriNo: Keefe, McKenna, ViscontiThis roll call is written out in the narrative of the minutes.
From the minutes
“Minority Report by Councillor Novoselsky: That the City Council amend Chairman Keefe's Zoning Sub-Committee recommendation from an unfavorable recommendation to a favorable recommendation: Councillors Cogliandro, Fiore, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, and Silvestri voting "YES". Councillors Keefe, McKenna, and Council President Visconti voting "NO". Councillors Rizzo and Rotondo were absent. Councillor Novoselsky's Minority Report for the Zoning Sub-Committee on the proposed zoning amendment has been adopted..”
Council Order 22-063
Broadway Capital CDPM, Inc., 932 Broadway, Unit 1, Chelsea, MA 02150, requesting a special permit from the Revere City Council for the extension and alteration of a nonconforming structure and use...
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE RELIEF REQUESTED BY THE PETITION SUBJECT TO THE FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF SITE PLAN REVIEW AND THE ZONING SUB-COMMITTEE?
Yes: Cogliandro, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, Silvestri, ViscontiNo: Fiore
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [8 TO 1] AYES: Cogliandro, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, Silvestri, Visconti NAYS: Fiore ABSENT: Rizzo, Rotondo.”
Council Order 22-113
Nicole Palermo - disclosure by municipal employee of a financial interest in a municipal contract as required by MGL c. 268A, s. 20(b)
Nicole Palermo - disclosure by municipal employee of a financial interest in a municipal contract as required by MGL c. 268A, s. 20(b).
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Cogliandro, Fiore, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, Silvestri, Visconti ABSENT: Rizzo, Rotondo.”
Council Order 22-114
Michael Micciche - disclosure by municipal employee of a financial interest in a municipal contract as required by MGL c. 268A, s. 20(b)
Michael Micciche - disclosure by municipal employee of a financial interest in a municipal contract as required by MGL c. 268A, s. 20(b).
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Cogliandro, Fiore, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Serino, Silvestri, Visconti ABSENT: Rizzo, Rotondo.”
Council Order 22-119
That the Mayor be requested to investigate the feasibility of launching a pilot program to identify locations to add EV chargers to public areas in the City. This program aims to add access to EV...
Motion presented by Councillor Morabito: That the Mayor be requested to investigate the feasibility of launching a pilot program to identify locations to add EV chargers to public areas in the City. This program aims to add access to EV charging stations, particularly for residents without driveways.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-123
That the Mayor be requested to create a memorial headstone in remembrance of all Revere residents who passed away from Covid-19 to be installed at an appropriate location
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor be requested to create a memorial headstone in remembrance of all Revere residents who passed away from Covid-19 to be installed at an appropriate location.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-124
That the Mayor be directed provide an update to the City Council on grants and funding relative to the construction of a sea wall along Mills Avenue in the Riverside area
Motion presented by Councillor Fiore: That the Mayor be directed provide an update to the City Council on grants and funding relative to the construction of a sea wall along Mills Avenue in the Riverside area.
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 22-125
That the Mayor be requested to invest in necessary upgrades to Ericola Park to include but not limited to new back stops, fencing, turf, and lighting
Motion presented by Councillor Keefe: That the Mayor be requested to invest in necessary upgrades to Ericola Park to include but not limited to new back stops, fencing, turf, and lighting.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 22-126
That the Revere City Council approve the attached Proclamation designating the week of April 15th - April 21st as the "Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust."
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Revere City Council approve the attached Proclamation designating the week of April 15th - April 21st as the "Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust."
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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