February 3, 2025

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT THE CITY'S HOUSING PRODUCTION PLAN, AS AMENDED?

Yes: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, McKenna, Novoselsky, SilvestriNo: Chris Giannino, Kelley, Zambuto

Roll Call on the amendment to strike "execute and implement" and insert in place thereof the word "negotiate”, and add the following sentence, “The execution and implementation will follow pending approval from the City Council.” Councillors Argenzio, Guarino- Sawaya, Jaramillo, McKenna, Novoselsky, and President Silvestri voting “YES”. Councillors Giannino, Haas, Kelley, and Zambuto voting “NO”. Councillor Cogliandro abstained. AMENDMENT APPROVED.

Yes: Argenzio, Guarino-Sawaya, Jaramillo, McKenna, Novoselsky, SilvestriNo: Chris Giannino, Haas, Kelley, ZambutoAbstained: CogliandroThis roll call is written out in the narrative of the minutes. Anthony Cogliandro abstained (shown as present, not voting).

Request of the Chief of Planning & Community Development relative to the adoption of a Housing Development Incentive Zone and proposed activities at Suffolk Downs, the adoption of a Housing Development Incentive Zone and proposed activities at Green Street / Shirley Avenue, and the authorization of Mayor Patrick M. Keefe, Jr. to execute and implement Housing Development Tax Exemption Agreements for Housing Development Incentive projects in each respective zone.

Yes: Argenzio, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, McKenna, Novoselsky, SilvestriNo: Chris Giannino, Kelley, ZambutoAbstained: CogliandroAnthony Cogliandro abstained (shown as present, not voting).

Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the Department of Public Works in conjunction with the Traffic Division and Parking Department to implement various traffic and pedestrian safety measures along Revere Street and its intersecting streets. These measures aim to enhance public safety, improve traffic flow, and ensure pedestrian accessibility in high-traffic areas. First, install clearly defined parking space markers along Revere Street. This will optimize parking efficiency, reduce illegal or obstructive parking, and improve overall traffic flow in the area. Second, stop signs should be re-installed (signs were removed for sidewalk improvements) on Oxford Street, Carlton Street, and Lee Street at the intersection Revere Street. Third, the installation of a well- marked, ADA-compliant pedestrian crosswalk, and pedestrian activated walk signal at the intersection of Revere Street and Broadway. Fourth, a double sided speed limit sign posted between Broadway and American Legion Highway on Revere Street and also from Saint Anthony’s church to North Shore Road.

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 request the appropriate department to adopt a policy requiring all apartment buildings within the City of Revere to prominently display accurate and up-to-date contact information for property management, as well as emergency contact details for the Fire Department. This information must be clearly posted in accessible common areas of each building to ensure tenants and first responders can quickly obtain vital information when needed. Additionally, that Building and Fire maintain a database containing this information for all apartment buildings, ensuring it is regularly reviewed and verified for accuracy. This measure is intended to enhance tenant safety, streamline communication, and promote accountability among property owners and managers.

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

Motion presented by Councillor Kelley: That the City Council award Certificates of Commendation to the detectives of the City of Revere Criminal Investigation Division / Special Investigation Unit, Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department Task Force Officer, and the North Metro Special Operations Unit for their collaborative work in successfully targeting and shutting down three major drug operations in the City of Revere.

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