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Revere City Council · 2026–2027 Council · Regular meeting

June 1, 2026

10 recorded votes, 8 with disagreement.

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Attendance

Note on these minutes: Council President Anthony T. Zambuto presiding.

Present: Paul Argenzio, Anthony Cogliandro, Chris Giannino, Angela Guarino-Sawaya, Robert J. Haas, Michelle Kelley, Joanne McKenna, Jim Mercurio, Ira Novoselsky, Anthony T. Zambuto

Absent: Marc Silvestri

Every vote, in order

Approval of the Journal

Approve the journal (minutes) of the May 18, 2026 meeting

Minutes, page 1

ProceduralPassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of May 18, 2026

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“RESULT: ACCEPTED.”

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

Council Order 26-101

Hearing called as ordered on a loan order in the amount of $12,200,000 for Wonderland Area Sewer Improvements (Conveyance Project 1)

Minutes, page 3

Adopt loan orderPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Hearing called as ordered on a loan order in the amount of $12,200,000 for Wonderland Area Sewer Improvements (Conveyance Project 1).

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

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Hearing called as ordered on a loan order in the amount of $12,200,000 for Wonderland Area Sewer Improvements (Conveyance Project 1). CITY OF REVERE CY-2026 CWSRF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT No. 19260...

Minutes, page 4

Adopt resolutionPassed · Unanimous, 10 present

Hearing called as ordered on a loan order in the amount of $12,200,000 for Wonderland Area Sewer Improvements (Conveyance Project 1). CITY OF REVERE CY-2026 CWSRF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT No. 19260 RESOLUTION

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

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

Council Order 26-097

Reconsider Council Order 26-097 (remove the traffic island at Hall’s Corner)

Minutes, page 7

ProceduralPassed · 8–1

"SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL RECONSIDER COUNCIL ORDER 26-097?" Councillors Argenzio, Cogliandro, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Mercurio, Novoselsky, and Council President Zambuto voting "YES". Councillor Giannino voting "PRESENT". Councillor Guarino- Sawaya voting "NO". Councillor Silvestri was absent. Motion to reconsider prevails.

Yes: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Mercurio, Novoselsky, ZambutoNo: Guarino-SawayaAbstained: Chris GianninoThis roll call is written out in the narrative of the minutes. Chris Giannino abstained (shown as present, not voting).

From the minutes

“"SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL RECONSIDER COUNCIL ORDER 26-097?" Councillors Argenzio, Cogliandro, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Mercurio, Novoselsky, and Council President Zambuto voting "YES". Councillor Giannino voting "PRESENT". Councillor Guarino- Sawaya voting "NO". Councillor Silvestri was absent. Motion to reconsider prevails..”

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

Council Order 26-109

Communication from the City Auditor relative to the Opioid Abatement Trust Fund Transfer - FY2027 budget

Minutes, page 8

ApprovePassed · 9–0

SHALL THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE OPIOID ABATEMENT TRUST FUND TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH OTHER EXPENSES ACCOUNT IN THE AMOUNT OF $239,000?

Yes: Argenzio, Chris Giannino, Cogliandro, Guarino-Sawaya, Kelley, McKenna, Mercurio, Novoselsky, ZambutoThe minutes list Robert J. Haas as absent for this vote (on the attendance list for the meeting); left out of this vote.

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

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

Council Order 26-112

That the Mayor, Traffic Commission, Revere Police Department, Massachusetts State Police, Parking Department, and Inspectional Services be requested to increase enforcement against delivery...

Minutes, page 9

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor, Traffic Commission, Revere Police Department, Massachusetts State Police, Parking Department, and Inspectional Services be requested to increase enforcement against delivery vehicles, rideshare operators, and commercial drivers — including but not limited to Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Instacart , Amazon Prime , and similar services — who routinely double park or stop in active travel lanes on Revere Beach Boulevard and other major roadways instead of utilizing legal parking or designated loading areas. Residents continue to raise serious concerns regarding drivers who stop in travel lanes, place vehicles in park, and leave them unattended while completing pickups or deliveries, despite the availability of nearby legal parking options. These practices contribute to traffic congestion, unsafe roadway conditions, delays for motorists, and potential barriers for emergency response and public transit operations. This Council further notes that enforcement expectations must be applied consistently. Any private motorist who obstructs a travel lane and leaves their vehicle unattended would be subject to immediate enforcement action, and the same standard should apply to all commercial and delivery operators utilizing city streets for business purposes. Finally, that the City coordinate enforcement efforts with the Massachusetts State Police and evaluate whether additional signage, designated loading zones, or enhanced penaltie

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“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

Read it in the official minutes, page 9 (PDF)

Council Order 26-114

That the Mayor request the DCR to install a green arrow turn signal on Ocean Avenue for northbound traffic and delayed green light for southbound traffic at the intersections of Beach Street and...

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna, Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request the DCR to install a green arrow turn signal on Ocean Avenue for northbound traffic and delayed green light for southbound traffic at the intersections of Beach Street and Shirley Avenue. These changes will allow northbound traffic to safely turn onto Beach Street and Shirley Avenue from Ocean Avenue.

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 10 (PDF)

Council Order 26-115

That the Mayor request DCR to repair potholes on Ocean Avenue from Shirley Avenue to Beach Street, and Winthrop Parkway

Minutes, page 10

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor McKenna, Councillor Novoselsky: That the Mayor request DCR to repair potholes on Ocean Avenue from Shirley Avenue to Beach Street, and Winthrop Parkway.

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”.

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“RESULT: ORDERED AS AMENDED VOICE VOTE.”

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

Council Order 26-119

That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to appear before or provide to the City Council, information regarding existing Massachusetts laws and local enforcement options related to excessively...

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro: That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to appear before or provide to the City Council, information regarding existing Massachusetts laws and local enforcement options related to excessively loud motor vehicles, modified exhaust systems, street racing activity, and other vehicle noise disturbances impacting neighborhoods throughout the City of Revere. Further, requesting that the Administration and Police Department consider establishing a clear and accessible reporting process for residents experiencing ongoing disturbances from excessively loud vehicles.

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From the minutes

“RESULT: ORDERED - VOICE VOTE.”

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

Council Order 26-120

That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to increase patrols at the intersection of Adams Street and Mountain Avenue

Minutes, page 11

ApprovePassed · Voice vote, names not recorded

Motion presented by Councillor Cogliandro: That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to increase patrols at the intersection of Adams Street and Mountain Avenue.

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 11 (PDF)

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