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Revere City Council · 2024–2025 Council · Regular meeting

July 28, 2025

25 recorded votes, 21 with disagreement.

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Council President Marc Silvestri presiding.

Present: Paul Argenzio, Anthony Cogliandro, Chris Giannino, Angela Guarino-Sawaya, Robert J. Haas, Juan Pablo Jaramillo, Michelle Kelley, Joanne McKenna, Ira Novoselsky, Anthony T. Zambuto, Marc Silvestri

Absent: None

Every vote, in order

Approval of the Journal

Approve the journal (minutes) of the June 23, 2025 meeting

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of June 23, 2025

The minutes give the result only (no count), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.

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“RESULT: ACCEPTED.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 1 (PDF)

Council Order 25-188

Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Interim Chief Maria LaVita as Chief of the Revere Police Department

Minutes, page 2

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Interim Chief Maria LaVita as Chief of the Revere Police Department.

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Council Order 25-187

Hearing called as ordered on petition submitted by National Grid to relocated Pole # 556 approximately 10 feet northwest out of the driveway of the property located at 3 True Street, Revere, MA...

Minutes, page 4

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE PETITION OF NATIONAL GRID FOR 3 TRUE STREET IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PLAN ON FILE?

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

Council Order 25-186

Hearing called as ordered on the revocation of Chapter 148 License #651, 22 Naples Road, granted January 24, 2022 for cause

Minutes, page 5

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Hearing called as ordered on the revocation of Chapter 148 License #651, 22 Naples Road, granted January 24, 2022 for cause.

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: 8/25/2025 6:00 PM.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 5 (PDF)

Council Order 25-172

114 Shirley Ave., LLC, 78 Mill Street, Middleton, MA 01949 requesting a special permit from the Revere City Council to raze the existing non-conforming structures and construct a five story mixed...

Minutes, page 6

ApprovePassed · 10–1

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL GRANT THE SPECIAL PERMIT FOR 114 SHIRLEY AVENUE SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS OF SITE PLAN REVIEW AND THE ZONING SUB-COMMITTEE?

Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, McKenna, Novoselsky, Silvestri, ZambutoNo: Kelley

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [10 TO 1] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri NAYS: Kelley.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 6 (PDF)

Council Order 25-206

That the City Council approve the following special legislation: AN ACT ELIMINATING THE PRELIMINARY ELECTION IN THE CITY OF REVERE IN 2025. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · 8–3

Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the City Council approve the following special legislation: AN ACT ELIMINATING THE PRELIMINARY ELECTION IN THE CITY OF REVERE IN 2025. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows: SECTION 1.

Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, Novoselsky, ZambutoNo: Cogliandro, McKenna, Silvestri

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [8 TO 3] AYES: Argenzio, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, Novoselsky, Zambuto NAYS: Cogliandro, McKenna, Silvestri.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Council Order 25-189

Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Danny Hernandez as Director of Veterans' Services

Minutes, page 7

Confirm appointmentPassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Danny Hernandez as Director of Veterans' Services

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Council Order 25-201

That the Mayor request the Veterans Service Office to install a memorial pole on Cambridge Street in honor of Warren Francis Myers, First Lieutenant, 4021st Quartermaster Truck Company, United...

Minutes, page 7

ApprovePassed · Unanimous, 11 present

Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya, Council President Silvestri, Councillor Argenzio, Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request the Veterans Service Office to install a memorial pole on Cambridge Street in honor of Warren Francis Myers, First Lieutenant, 4021st Quartermaster Truck Company, United States Army, World War II.

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 7 (PDF)

Council Order 25-193

Communication from the City Auditor relative to the FY2025 Year End-Free Cash Appropriations

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 10–0

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE FOLLOWING APPROPRIATIONS FROM FREE CASH: $300,000 TO POLICE DETAILS ACCOUNT, $270,000 TO STREET LIGHTING, AND $431,074 TO WORKERS’ COMPENSATION TRUST?

Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, SilvestriThe minutes list Anthony T. Zambuto as absent for this vote (on the attendance list for the meeting); left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Silvestri ABSENT: Zambuto.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Council Order 25-194

Communication from the City Auditor relative to the FY2025 Year End Water & Sewer Stabilization Fund Transfer

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 10–0

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE WATER & STABILIZATION FUND TO THE WATER & SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000,000?

Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, SilvestriThe minutes list Anthony T. Zambuto as absent for this vote (on the attendance list for the meeting); left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Silvestri ABSENT: Zambuto.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 8 (PDF)

Council Order 25-195

Shall the City Council approve general fund transfers in the amount of $1,437,901 as reported by the cfo to close fiscal year 2025 with no appropriation deficits?

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · 10–0

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE GENERAL FUND TRANSFERS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,437,901 AS REPORTED BY THE CFO TO CLOSE FISCAL YEAR 2025 WITH NO APPROPRIATION DEFICITS?

Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, SilvestriThe minutes list Anthony T. Zambuto as absent for this vote (on the attendance list for the meeting); left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Silvestri ABSENT: Zambuto.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Shall the City Council approve water & sewer enterprise fund transfers in the amount of $105,202 as reported by the cfo to close fiscal year 2025 with no appropriation deficits?

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · 10–0

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE WATER & SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND TRANSFERS IN THE AMOUNT OF $105,202 AS REPORTED BY THE CFO TO CLOSE FISCAL YEAR 2025 WITH NO APPROPRIATION DEFICITS?

Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, SilvestriThe minutes list Anthony T. Zambuto as absent for this vote (on the attendance list for the meeting); left out of this vote.

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Silvestri ABSENT: Zambuto.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 10 (PDF)

Shall the City Council approve a transfer from the DPW solid waste recycdisp account to DPW - solid waste permanent salaries account in the amount of $9,000 to close fiscal year 2025 with no...

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · 10–1

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A TRANSFER FROM THE DPW SOLID WASTE RECYCDISP ACCOUNT TO DPW - SOLID WASTE PERMANENT SALARIES ACCOUNT IN THE AMOUNT OF $9,000 TO CLOSE FISCAL YEAR 2025 WITH NO APPROPRIATION DEFICITS?

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [10 TO 1] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Jaramillo, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Silvestri NAYS: Zambuto.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 11 (PDF)

Council Order 25-196

Motion presented by Councillor Jaramillo, Council President Silvestri, Councillor Cogliandro, Councillor Zambuto, City Councillor Giannino, Councillor Novoselsky, Councillor McKenna, Councillor...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor Jaramillo, Council President Silvestri, Councillor Cogliandro, Councillor Zambuto, City Councillor Giannino, Councillor Novoselsky, Councillor McKenna, Councillor Kelley, Councillor Argenzio, Councillor Haas, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the City Council send the attached letter expressing support of Republic Services workers, Teamsters Local 25, to Jon Vander Ark, CEO of Republic Services relative to the failure of Republic Services to settle a contract with Teamsters Local 25.

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From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Council Order 25-197

That the Mayor request the Fire Department to install a dedication plaque at the new Alden A. Mills Fire Station in the Point of Pines

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the Fire Department to install a dedication plaque at the new Alden A. Mills Fire Station in the Point of Pines.

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From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Council Order 25-198

That the Mayor request the DCR to direct all construction workers who are working on projects along Revere Beach Boulevard to park at the Wonderland Garage. Construction companies shall facilitate...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the DCR to direct all construction workers who are working on projects along Revere Beach Boulevard to park at the Wonderland Garage. Construction companies shall facilitate pickup and drop-off of its workers from the garage to their respective project sites. Workers are using valuable parking spaces limiting availability for residents and beach visitors. Further, that DCR be requested to enforce parking regulations along Revere Beach Boulevard, specifically the blocking of driveways by construction vehicles making deliveries.

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.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Council Order 25-199

The Mayor be requested to allocate funding from Chapter 90 funds or another funding source to pave Warren Street. This street has had a large amount of infrastructure work done over the past 5...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor Argenzio: The Mayor be requested to allocate funding from Chapter 90 funds or another funding source to pave Warren Street. This street has had a large amount of infrastructure work done over the past 5 years and is in very poor condition.

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Council Order 25-200

That the Mayor request a representative from Inspectional Services to appear before the City Council to discuss the rooming house ordinance and the methods used to identify illegal rooming houses...

Minutes, page 12

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor Argenzio, Councillor McKenna, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request a representative from Inspectional Services to appear before the City Council to discuss the rooming house ordinance and the methods used to identify illegal rooming houses and enforcement procedures.

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 12 (PDF)

Council Order 25-202

That the Mayor request MassDOT to install skip lines from the intersection of Tomasello Way and Winthrop Avenue crossing onto Revere Beach Parkway in the interest of public safety. There are three...

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request MassDOT to install skip lines from the intersection of Tomasello Way and Winthrop Avenue crossing onto Revere Beach Parkway in the interest of public safety. There are three lanes at this intersection without any guidance as to which lane motorists should drive in when traversing this location.

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Council Order 25-203

That the Mayor be requested to allocate $40,000 from an appropriate funding source for the purpose of providing funding for the Home for Little Wanderers 2025- 2026 contract. Contracted...

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Council President Silvestri: That the Mayor be requested to allocate $40,000 from an appropriate funding source for the purpose of providing funding for the Home for Little Wanderers 2025- 2026 contract. Contracted programming at this organization provides mental health support and counseling services to students during and after school hours. This contract aims to serve students who may not have access to a provider or whose parents work long hours into the evening, ensuring they receive vital mental health services to support their well- being and academic success.

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Council Order 25-204

That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to increase street and sidewalk enforcement efforts for dirt bikes, scooters, and unregistered motor bikes in the interest of public safety

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Council President Silvestri: That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to increase street and sidewalk enforcement efforts for dirt bikes, scooters, and unregistered motor bikes in the interest of public safety.

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.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Council Order 25-205

That the Mayor contact Verizon, National Grid, Comcast, and RCN relative to downed wires in the City. Representatives from these companies are advising residents they are required to call in, wait...

Minutes, page 13

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor contact Verizon, National Grid, Comcast, and RCN relative to downed wires in the City. Representatives from these companies are advising residents they are required to call in, wait on hold for an hour or more, and create a ticket to address these issues.

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 13 (PDF)

Council Order 25-207

Motion presented by Councillor Jaramillo, Councillor Argenzio, Council President Silvestri, Councillor Cogliandro, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya, Councillor Zambuto, City Councillor Giannino...

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor Jaramillo, Councillor Argenzio, Council President Silvestri, Councillor Cogliandro, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya, Councillor Zambuto, City Councillor Giannino, Councillor Novoselsky, Councillor McKenna, Councillor Kelley, Councillor Haas: That the City Council moves to congratulate the Revere Youth Baseball program specifically the U-10 All Star Team, players, coaches, and players for the proudly and honorably representing our city in an inter-municipal All-Star Tournament against cities across the Greater Boston Region and further for winning all five of the games in the tournament crowning themselves the Champions of the tournament on July 22, 2025 by beating the Cambridge U-10 Baseball All-Star team to complete their undefeated streak and win the championship for our city. The City Council further moves to invite the Revere Youth Baseball U-10 coaching staff and players to the Council Chamber to receive a citation in recognition of their success and the hometown pride they represent by their strength, sportsmanship, determination, hard work, and for bringing the glory home.

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Council Order 25-208

That the Mayor request the City Solicitor, in conjunction with Municipal Inspections, to investigate the feasibility of creating a fining system and schedule aimed at any utility company that...

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor Haas: That the Mayor request the City Solicitor, in conjunction with Municipal Inspections, to investigate the feasibility of creating a fining system and schedule aimed at any utility company that leaves boxes or wires hanging down to the street and sidewalks for longer than 48 hours in the interest of public safety. This city-wide issue is also an eyesore.

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

Council Order 25-209

That the Mayor request Brian Dakin, Project Manager, LeftField to appear before the City Council at the August 25, 2025 meeting to provide an update on the construction of the new Revere High School

Minutes, page 14

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor Kelley: That the Mayor request Brian Dakin, Project Manager, LeftField to appear before the City Council at the August 25, 2025 meeting to provide an update on the construction of the new Revere High School.

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

From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 14 (PDF)

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