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November 24, 2025
17 recorded votes, 11 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, Michelle Kelley, Joanne McKenna, Ira Novoselsky, Anthony T. Zambuto, Marc Silvestri
Absent: Juan Pablo Jaramillo
Every vote, in order
Approval of the Journal
Approve the journal (minutes) of the November 10, 2025 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of November 10, 2025
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Council Order 25-232
An Ordinance Repealing Section 9.12.030 Posting Political Signs of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Revere. - 3rd Reading
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN ORDINANCE REPEALING THE POLITICAL SIGN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF REVERE?
Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Silvestri, ZambutoNo: NovoselskyThe minutes record the result as “Ordered Engrossed And Ordained”.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED ENGROSSED AND ORDAINED [9 TO 1] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Zambuto, Silvestri NAYS: Novoselsky ABSENT: Jaramillo.”
Council Order 24-257
Communication from the Chief of Planning & Community Development relevant to a proposed special act to support the family of Robert O'Brien
SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN ACT EXEMPTING ANNETTE V. O’BRIEN FROM BEING AWARDED A MEMBER-SURVIVOR ALLOWANCE AS SET FORTH IN CHAPTER 32, SECTION 12(2)(d)) OF THE GENERAL LAWS AND INSTEAD RECEIVE A ONE-TIME, LUMP SUM PAYMENT OF THE ACCUMULATED TOTAL DEDUCTION ACCOUNT OF ROBERT B. O’BRIEN ON FILE WITH THE REVERE CONTRIBUTORY RETIREMENT SYSTEM.?
Yes: Argenzio, Guarino-Sawaya, NovoselskyNo: Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Silvestri, Zambuto
From the minutes
“RESULT: DEFEATED - ROLL CALL [3 TO 7] AYES: Argenzio, Guarino-Sawaya, Novoselsky NAYS: Cogliandro, Giannino, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Zambuto, Silvestri ABSENT: Jaramillo.”
Council Order 25-276
Communication from the Mayor relative to the reappointment of Ellie Vargas to the Disability Commission
Communication from the Mayor relative to the reappointment of Ellie Vargas to the Disability Commission.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri ABSENT: Jaramillo.”
Council Order 25-277
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Nicholas Gauvin to the Parks and Recreation Commission
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Nicholas Gauvin to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ADOPTED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri ABSENT: Jaramillo.”
Council Order 25-278
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Jacklyn Damiano to the Parks and Recreation Commission
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Jacklyn Damiano to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri ABSENT: Jaramillo.”
Council Order 25-279
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Wilson Correa to the Parks and Recreation Commission
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Wilson Correa to the Parks and Recreation Commission
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri ABSENT: Jaramillo.”
Council Order 25-281
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Natalia Ardagna to the Parks and Recreation Commission
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of Natalia Ardagna to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri ABSENT: Jaramillo.”
Council Order 25-282
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of John Shannon Bianchi to the Parks and Recreation Commission
Communication from the Mayor relative to the appointment of John Shannon Bianchi to the Parks and Recreation Commission
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Novoselsky, Zambuto, Silvestri ABSENT: Jaramillo.”
Council Order 25-305
That the Mayor request MassDOT to mark a "Don't Block the Box" on Bennington Street at the intersection of Crescent Avenue
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request MassDOT to mark a "Don't Block the Box" on Bennington Street at the intersection of Crescent Avenue.
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Council Order 25-306
That the Mayor request MassDOT to mark a "Don't Block the Box" on VFW Parkway at the intersection of Beach Street
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna, Councillor Cogliandro, Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request MassDOT to mark a "Don't Block the Box" on VFW Parkway at the intersection of Beach Street.
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Council Order 25-307
That the Mayor request MassDOT to increase the timing of the traffic signalization on Winthrop Avenue for traffic headed West to Revere Beach Parkway and lower Winthrop Avenue. The current timing...
Motion presented by Councillor McKenna: That the Mayor request MassDOT to increase the timing of the traffic signalization on Winthrop Avenue for traffic headed West to Revere Beach Parkway and lower Winthrop Avenue. The current timing has traffic backed up to the intersection of Winthrop Avenue and North Shore Road during rush hour.
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Council Order 25-308
That the Mayor request the Department of Planning & Community Development to work with the DCR, MassDOT and the Traffic Commission to reduce the crosswalk at the intersection of Campbell Avenue...
Motion presented by Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request the Department of Planning & Community Development to work with the DCR, MassDOT and the Traffic Commission to reduce the crosswalk at the intersection of Campbell Avenue and Revere Beach Parkway for the safety of pedestrians and traffic safety. Also, since there is a new opening at the median strip for the Revere Fire Department, the reduction will force cars to take a right onto the Parkway instead of crossing over to head to Beachmont or Suffolk Downs. This request was previously submitted in 2023 with no action.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 25-309
That the Mayor request the Department of Planning & Community Development and the Emergency Management Director to begin the process of enrolling the City of Revere in FEMA’s Community Rating...
Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the Department of Planning & Community Development and the Emergency Management Director to begin the process of enrolling the City of Revere in FEMA’s Community Rating System (CRS) program, if the City is not already enrolled, and to take all necessary steps to update floodplain-management practices to meet FEMA standards. Further, that the departments provide the Council with a report outlining required actions, recommended ordinance updates, and potential benefits to residents, including reductions in flood-insurance premiums.
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Council Order 25-310
That the Mayor request the City Solicitor to draft an ordinance establishing a Building Emissions Reduction & Disclosure (BERDO) program for the City of Revere, including: 1. Annual reporting of...
Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the City Solicitor to draft an ordinance establishing a Building Emissions Reduction & Disclosure (BERDO) program for the City of Revere, including: 1. Annual reporting of energy and water use for large buildings. 2. Phased emissions-reduction standards to meet climate goals. 3. Technical assistance for building owners, prioritizing low-income and Environmental Justice areas. 4. Enforcement for non-compliance and incentives for strong or early reductions. 5. A designated city office to
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 25-311
That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to require Popeye's on Squire Road to provide a police detail for the grand opening of the establishment and continue throughout the following two-weeks...
Motion presented by Councillor Kelley: That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to require Popeye's on Squire Road to provide a police detail for the grand opening of the establishment and continue throughout the following two-weeks of their opening in order to calm traffic and congestion in that area.
The minutes give the result only (a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councillor voted.
Council Order 25-312
That the Mayor request the CFO to appear before the City Council to conduct a presentation on the local property tax exemptions for veterans
Motion presented by Council President Silvestri: That the Mayor request the CFO to appear before the City Council to conduct a presentation on the local property tax exemptions for veterans.
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