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10 recorded votes, 8 with disagreement.
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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
Approve the journal (minutes) of the May 18, 2026 meeting
Approval of the Journal of the Regular Meeting of May 18, 2026
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Hearing called as ordered on a loan order in the amount of $12,200,000 for Wonderland Area Sewer Improvements (Conveyance Project 1)
Hearing called as ordered on a loan order in the amount of $12,200,000 for Wonderland Area Sewer Improvements (Conveyance Project 1).
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Mercurio, Novoselsky, Zambuto ABSENT: Silvestri.”
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...
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
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Haas, Kelley, McKenna, Mercurio, Novoselsky, Zambuto ABSENT: Silvestri.”
Reconsider Council Order 26-097 (remove the traffic island at Hall’s Corner)
"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).
“"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..”
Communication from the City Auditor relative to the Opioid Abatement Trust Fund Transfer - FY2027 budget
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.
“RESULT: ORDERED - ROLL CALL [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Argenzio, Cogliandro, Giannino, Guarino-Sawaya, Kelley, McKenna, Mercurio, Novoselsky, Zambuto ABSENT: Haas, Silvestri.”
That the Mayor, Traffic Commission, Revere Police Department, Massachusetts State Police, Parking Department, and Inspectional Services be requested to increase enforcement against delivery...
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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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...
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”.
“RESULT: ORDERED AS AMENDED VOICE VOTE.”
That the Mayor request DCR to repair potholes on Ocean Avenue from Shirley Avenue to Beach Street, and Winthrop Parkway
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”.
“RESULT: ORDERED AS AMENDED VOICE VOTE.”
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...
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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That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to increase patrols at the intersection of Adams Street and Mountain Avenue
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.
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