August 22, 2022

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE WARRANT FOR THE STATE PRIMARY ON SEPTEMBER 6, 2022?

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE PETITION OF NATIONAL GRID AND VERIZON TO INSTALL 3 JOINTLY OWNED POLES ON THORNTON STREET IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PLAN ON FILE?

Yes: Cogliandro, Keefe, McKenna, Morabito, Novoselsky, Powers, Rizzo, Serino, Silvestri, ViscontiThe minutes list George J. Rotondo as absent for this vote (on the attendance list for the meeting); left out of this vote.

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL ALLOW THE PETITIONER TO WITHDRAW THE APPLICATION WITHOUT PREJUDICE?

The minutes record the result as “Withdrawn Without Prejudice”.

An Ordinance Further Amending the Zoning Ordinances of the City of Revere Relative to Research and Development Facilities

The minutes record the result as “Ordered Engrossed And Ordained”.

Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor request Bob O'Brien, Frank Stringi or designee to provide the City Council with all meeting minutes regarding every meeting held with HYM and the

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Motion presented by Councillor Rotondo: That the Mayor request the Chief of Data and Innovation Management to create a page on the City's website dedicated to the creation of the Suffolk Downs Overlay District to enable easy access for the public.

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Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo: That the Mayor be requested to contact the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (DOT) to request a clean-up in areas under their jurisdiction in and around Bell Circle. There are numerous shopping carts, trash and debris, as well as the median strip on American Legion Highway that is in need of a clean-up.

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Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro, Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request the Building Department to require all senior housing and subsidized housing buildings to have a back up power generator in case of loss of electricity.

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Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro: That the Mayor and Director of Parks and Recreation to look into the feasibility of installing shade coverings at public parks and playgrounds so children and families can get out of the sun. This is a common practice in surrounding communities.

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Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro: That the Mayor direct the Water & Sewer Department to investigate the flooding on Carleton Street.

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Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro, Councillor Serino: That the Mayor direct the Police Chief to increase patrols at the intersection of Newhall Street, Cushman Avenue, and Sargent Street. Drivers are not stopping at the intersection as directed by the stop signs creating a public safety hazard for pedestrians. Further, that the DPW be requested to modify the speed table on Cushman Avenue to include signage, lights, and paint.

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”.

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the City Council award a Certificate of Merit to Matthew DeLorenzo for his heroic efforts to save six families on Winthrop Avenue from a burning apartment building on July 23, 2022. At approximately 3:00AM, Matthew called 911 and ran into the burning structure without regard for his own safety to alert the families of the fire and get everyone out.

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Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request all utility companies to notify the City and residents within the affected neighborhood or street when utility work will be taking place at least 48 hours in advance. As an example, on July 25th, United Civil (a contractor for National Grid) shut down Winthrop Avenue without contacting the Ward Councillor or the City Engineer.

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Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request all utility companies and the City of Revere to include tree pits and trees when installing new sidewalks.

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Motion presented by Councillor Keefe: That the Mayor request the Police Department, through public safety grant funding, install cameras at the corner of McLeavy Street and Park Avenue. Illegal dumping and illicit activity has become prevalent in this secluded area.

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Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the City Council send a letter to MassDEP in opposition to WIN Waste Innovation’s proposal to expand the ash landfill in Saugus, MA.

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Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo, Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request the Police Department to relocate the existing speed sign at the intersection of Crescent Avenue and Webster Street to the intersection of Crescent Avenue and Orchard Avenue facing traffic heading east. The new location will slow the traffic heading easterly up Crescent Avenue from Winthrop Avenue. Further, that the Chief of Police be requested to deploy speed traps around the City in the hopes of slowing down traffic. Further, that the Police Department install an electronic speed reader facing east on Crescent Avenue.

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Motion presented by Councillor Morabito: That the City Council award Certificates of Commendation to Deputy Tom Todisco, Captain Thomas Prizio, Lieutenant Jack Carey, and Firefighters Joseph Giannino and Lawrence Floyd in recognition of their retirements from the City of Revere Fire Department.

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Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor request the City Solicitor and the City’s General Counsel to appear before the City Council to discuss the following relative to 585 North Shore Road: 1.) What is the status of the property? 2.) The amount of fines owed to the City of Revere? 3.) The amount of unpaid taxes, if any, owed to the City? 4.) When can the City anticipate obtaining ownership of the property due to the ongoing dangerous condition of the structure?

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Motion presented by Councillor Powers: That the Mayor request MassDOT to install electronic speed readers on North Shore Road between John Avenue and Oak Island Street and Oak Island Street and Revere Street in the interest of public safety.

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Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro: That the Mayor request the DPW to direct all companies working in the City of Revere to clean up their work sites in a timely manner.

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Motion presented by Councillor Keefe, Councillor Silvestri: That the Mayor be requested to name the new home team dugout to be constructed at the RHS baseball field in honor of long-time career educator at RHS, varsity RHS baseball coach, and inductee of the Massachusetts Baseball Coaches Hall of Fame, Al Blasi.

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Motion presented by Councillor Keefe: That the City Council award a Certificate of Commendation to Derek's Barber Shop (Derek Anemoduris and Jenna Cirino) in recognition of providing free back-to-school haircuts to 30 students.

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Motion presented by Councillor Rizzo: That the City Council review the city's current hiring guidelines for Chiefs of Police along with a review of the assessment center results that was completed in 2017. Further, that the Mayor appear before the City Council in Executive Session to discuss his knowledge of prior and/or current allegations of misconduct against the current Chief of Police and what actions and/or financial settlements have been made on behalf of the city as a result of these allegations. Additionally, that the Mayor provide the City Council with an accounting of all financial settlements and explanations why they were made with officers of the department, past and present, since 2017. Also, that the Mayor provide the City Council with a list of any and all disciplinary actions taken against members of the Revere Police Department including terminations and suspensions and reasons for them.

The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.