November 25, 2024

Hearing called as ordered on, An Ordinance Further Amending the Revised Ordinances of the City of Revere Establishing a Program to Divert Waste from Landfills and Incinerators to Offset Waste Disposal Costs.

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

November 25, 2024 Roll Call on a second reading: Councillors Argenzio, Giannino, Guarino- Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, McKenna, Silvestri, and Council President Cogliandro voting "YES". Councillors Kelley and Zambuto voting "NO". Councillor Novoselsky is recused.

Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, McKenna, SilvestriNo: Kelley, ZambutoThis roll call is written out in the narrative of the minutes. The second reading passed on this roll call; the item was then tabled because a councillor objected (Rules of Order), so the minutes’ result line reads “Tabled - objection 2nd reading”.

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL CONFIRM THE APPOINTMENT OF SARA HAWES AS A MEMBER OF THE PUBLIC ART COMMISSION?

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

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE 2024 TOYS FOR TICKETS AMNESTY PROGRAM?

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

Motion presented by City Councillor Giannino: That the City Council award a Certificate of Merit to Firefighter Louis J. Iovine in recognition of his retirement after 39 years of commendable public service at Central Fire Station, Ladder Company 2, protecting and serving the residents of the City of Revere.

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

Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor be requested to make arrangements with the Traffic Commission or the Police Department to temporarily designate all parking spaces in front of the Paul Revere School as handicap parking spaces during elections to provide easier in-person voting access for disabled individuals.

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 Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request a representative from DCR to appear before the City Council to discuss safety and traffic control on Revere Beach Boulevard. Further, that DCR be requested to enhance safety and traffic control on Revere Beach Boulevard by implementing the following: 1. Increased State Police Presence: Requesting that state police regularly patrol Revere Beach to help ensure public safety. 2. Speed Calming Measures: Implementing additional measures to reduce vehicle speeds, potentially including physical road design changes or signage adjustments. 3. Blinking Warning Lights: Installing blinking lights along Revere Beach to increase awareness and caution for drivers, especially at pedestrian crossings or areas with high foot traffic. 4. Additional Speed Limit Signs: Adding more speed limit signage to clearly indicate safe driving speeds and remind drivers to slow down as they approach the beach 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”.

Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the DCR or DPW to assess and if necessary, remove the brush and other combustible vegetation from the area directly behind 350 Revere Beach Boulevard to mitigate fire risk. Further, that the DCR or DPW be requested to implement a regular maintenance schedule for this area to prevent future buildup of brush and ensure ongoing safety for residents in this area.

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

Motion presented by Council President Cogliandro: That the Mayor request the City Planner to draft a zoning ordinance establishing a food truck use by right in the HB District. By establishing zoning regulations and minimum requirements for this use, food truck operators would be able to apply to the License Commission, subject to review by the Site Plan Review Committee, to operate a food truck on private property within the HB District.

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

Motion presented by Council President Cogliandro: That the Mayor investigate additional ways to communicate with our senior citizens about the senior water discount applications and yearly renewal periods. Many seniors were unaware they needed to reapply or apply by a certain date.

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

Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Revere City Council present Certificates of Appreciation to the following individuals for their upkeep and continuous maintenance of Rumney Marsh Burying Grounds for the past several years: Bill Reedy, Tom Sullivan, Tony Capoccia and Lenny Bonasoro.

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

Motion presented by Councillor Silvestri, Councillor Novoselsky: That the City Council accept MGL Chapter 59, Section 5, Clause 22I which would adjust the veteran exemption amounts annually based on the increase in the cost of living as determined by the Consumer Price Index for such year.

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

Motion presented by Councillor Silvestri, Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request the Veterans Service Office to provide an informational document and host an evening for veterans and their families for the purpose of explaining all the details and benefits in the Hero's Act, the most comprehensive veterans bill signed into law in the history of Massachusetts.

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