April 13, 2026

A Zoning Ordinance Further Amending Title 17 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Revere Relative to Special Permits. (Engrossment & Ordainment)

Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Mercurio, Silvestri, ZambutoNo: NovoselskyThe minutes record the result as “Ordered Engrossed And Ordained”.

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the Revere Police Department to assign an officer to be present during City Council meetings. Given the increasingly hostile climate and heightened concerns regarding public safety, having an officer in attendance would provide reassurance to councillors, staff, and members of the public. The presence of law enforcement would help ensure that meetings are conducted in a safe, orderly, and secure environment.

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

Ardit Kraja, 500 Governor’s Dr., Unit 26, Winthrop, MA 02152 requesting a special permit to reconstruct, alter, and extend the pre- existing non-conforming structure (garage) by constructing a two and half story, two-family dwelling on Lot A Elmwood Street, Revere, MA 02151.

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

Mario Zepaj, 791 Broadway, Revere, MA 02151 requesting a special permit from the Revere City Council to enable the appellant to construct two townhouse dwellings at 661 Washington Avenue, Revere, MA 02151. Townhouses may be allowed in the RB District by special permit.

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

Motion presented by Councillor Argenzio, Councillor Silvestri: That the City Council award Certificates of Merit to the Revere High School ROTC Robo Nerds robotic club for winning a national title at the National Robot Drone League held at Eastern Tennessee State University. The team traveled to Tennessee to compete March 27th and 28th.

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 Mayor request the DCR Commissioner to authorize his staff to order and install LED flashing crosswalk lights on Ocean Avenue from Shirley Avenue to Revere Street for the safety of all using Ocean Avenue and Revere Beach.

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

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna, Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the Parks & Recreation Department to investigate the feasibility of establishing a swim program at the Garfield School swimming pool for children with autism through grants or scholarship opportunities.

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 Revere City Council award a Certificate of Commendation to Mr. Jamie Russo in recognition of his continued support of the Revere Fire Department through the voluntary donation of properties slated for demolition for use in critical, hands-on fire training exercises.

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 Traffic Commission to order to a public hearing the following proposed regulation relative to a right-hand travel lane on Revere Street in the interest of public safety and traffic efficiency. Section 1. Schedule VIII Parking Restrictions Generally of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Revere is hereby amended by inserting the following: Location - Revere Street, Direction - Southerly, From - Sagamore Street, To - North Shore Road, Type Parking - No Parking Anytime.

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 Chief of Police to begin immediate enforcement of restrictions on commercial construction vehicles traveling along Revere Street during peak traffic hours. Further, that commercial construction vehicles with a verified destination on Revere Street, or on streets directly accessible only via Revere Street, and with no reasonable alternate route, shall be permitted access during restricted hours at the discretion of the enforcing police officer. Further, that the Mayor, in coordination with the Police Department and the Solicitor's Office, review any existing ordinances or regulations relative to commercial and construction vehicle travel on Revere Street, and report back to the City Council with findings and recommendations for strengthening enforcement or implementing additional restrictions if necessary.

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