Revere public meetings in 2024
66 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
RHS Building Committee - Committee Meeting
The Revere High School Building Committee will approve the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting and vote to approve November invoices for processing. The committee will receive a design development update for the Perkins Eastman Revere High School project, including upcoming design and construction milestones. Public comment will be taken, followed by any other business before adjourning.
- Approve meeting minutes from November 20, 2024
- Vote to approve November invoices for processing
- Design development update for Perkins Eastman Revere High School project
- Public comment period
- Other business/discussions
School Committee - Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider the Consent Calendar, which includes approval of meeting minutes, personnel changes, and donations such as a $10,000 Metro North YMCA gift certificate. The body will also vote to approve a series of vendor invoices for services and supplies ranging from legal fees to special‑education support. Additional agenda items cover school‑year meeting dates, meeting‑location options for the upcoming year, and miscellaneous items.
- Approve Consent Calendar items (minutes, new hires, retirements, donations including $10,000 Metro North YMCA gift certificates)
- Approve legal services invoice to Valerio Dominello for $10,534
- Approve nursing services invoice to Commonwealth Clinica for $14,451
- Approve translation & interpretation services invoice to Interpreters Association for $5,618
- Approve special‑education staffing invoice to ACM Staffing LLC for $10,900
School Committee - Regular Meeting
The Revere School Committee will vote on a consent calendar and hear superintendent updates on several schools and departments. A motion will be considered to give non‑union employees the same longevity step increase already granted to AFSCME contract employees. Another motion will present Certificates of Appreciation to community volunteers. Public comments will be accepted before agenda items are addressed.
- Consent Calendar (vote required)
- Motion by Mr. Kingston to grant the same longevity step increase to non‑union employees
- Motion by Mrs. Bronsdon‑Rizzo to present Certificates of Appreciation to Heroes and Helpers
- Superintendent reports on Abraham Lincoln School, CityLab High School, Humanities Dept., Special Education Dept., RHS Building Update
- Public Speak period for citizen comments
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Revere City Council will hold public hearings to vote on a proposed order that reallocates $2,347,983 of unexpended bond proceeds to fund drainage projects at McMackin Ball Field, a new conference center at the McKinley School, and other city infrastructure. The council will also consider adopting Housing Development Incentive Zones at Suffolk Downs and Green Street/Shirley Avenue, and will discuss an amendment to metered rates for owner‑occupied residential buildings of six units or fewer. Additional items include motions on street‑light repairs on Winthrop Parkway and installation of trash barrels at several street corners.
- Reallocation of $2,347,983 unspent bond proceeds for drainage, conference center, and infrastructure projects
- Adoption of Housing Development Incentive Zones at Suffolk Downs and Green Street/Shirley Avenue
- Ordinance amending metered rates to exempt owner‑occupied residential buildings of ≤6 units
- Motion requesting MassDOT repair of street lights on Winthrop Parkway (Route 145) at Short Beach
- Motion requesting DPW install trash barrels at American Legion Highway & Revere St, Hutchinson St & Revere St, and replace barrel at Paul Revere School
Library Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will review financial and safety reports and discuss library programs. The body is seeking approval for a 5 p.m. closing time on New Year's Eve and a request to purchase window treatments for office spaces.
- Approval for closing at 5 p.m. for New Year's Eve
- Request to purchase window treatments for office spaces
- Investigation of texting software for library events
- Grant application for citizenship
- Guest speaker Bob Marra from Friends of the RPL
School Committee - Committee of the Whole
The Revere School Committee will hold an executive session on Dec. 10, 2024 via Zoom. The committee will vote on whether to approve the Revere Teachers Association Memorandum of Agreement. The outcome will set the terms of the agreement between the district and the teachers union.
- Vote to approve the Revere Teachers Association Memorandum of Agreement
City Council - Regular Meeting
The council will consider an ordinance amendment to increase safety and expand recreational opportunities for young people. Several zoning special permit applications will be reviewed, including a conversion at 942 Winthrop Avenue and a Planned Unit Development at 21 Green Street. The meeting also includes updates on the warming center, a request for AEDs for veterans groups, and a motion for temporary lighting at Winthrop and Washburn.
- Public hearing on Ordinance Further Amending Chapter 2.57 Parks and Recreation (item 24-139)
- Special permit request to convert 942 Winthrop Avenue to a three‑family residence (item 24-330)
- Planned Unit Development permit for 29 one‑bedroom units at 21 Green Street (item 24-331)
- Request to terminate deed restriction at 51 Centennial Avenue (item 24-332)
- Motion for temporary lighting at Winthrop Ave and Washburn Ave crosswalk (item 24-359)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Revere City Council will hold public hearings on tax rates, land swaps, and zoning changes, while also discussing beach safety measures and veteran tax abatements.
- Public hearing on FY2025 tax rate and residential factor
- Hearing on land swap at 101 Walnut Street and 35 Morris Street
- Hearing on special permit for 942 Winthrop Avenue (3-family conversion)
- Hearing on special permit for 21 Green Street (29-unit apartment building)
- Hearing on request to terminate deed restriction at 51 Centennial Avenue
RHS Building Committee - Committee Meeting
The RHS Building Committee will convene to approve meeting minutes from October 30, 2024, and vote on the processing of October invoices. The meeting will include a public comment period and other business.
- Approval of October 30, 2024 meeting minutes
- Vote to approve October invoices for processing
- Public comment period
- Other business and discussions
- Meeting #69 of the School Building Committee (SBC) Project
School Committee - Policies & Procedures Sub Committee
The Policies & Procedures Sub‑Committee will meet to review seven policy files labeled AC, AC‑R, ACA, ACA‑R, ACAB, ACGA, and ACGB. These files cover the district's non‑discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sex‑based discrimination, and civil‑rights grievance procedures. The committee will discuss the content and any needed actions, but no other agenda items are listed.
- Policy AC – Non‑discrimination including harassment and retaliation
- Policy AC‑R – Response protocol for discrimination complaints
- Policy ACA – Non‑discrimination on the basis of sex (Title IX)
- Policy ACA‑R – (details not provided in agenda)
- Policy ACAB – Sexual harassment provisions
School Committee - Safety & Security Sub Committee Meeting
The Safety & Security Sub-Committee is meeting to review requests for quotes regarding a district safety audit.
- Review of request for quotes for District safety audit
School Committee - Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will vote on a consent calendar that includes a budget amendment for the McKinley School mixed‑use project. It will also approve a slate of invoices for services and supplies ranging from software to equipment. Additional discussion will cover the middle school lottery and the proposal to make CityLab part of the high school.
- Budget amendment for McKinley School Mixed Use Project (no amount listed)
- Invoice $12,398 for digital threat detection software (SHI International Co.)
- Invoice $14,491 for sound system upgrade at Revere High (Ockers Company Inc.)
- Invoice $9,542 for therapeutic services (Carroll Center for T)
- Invoice $7,709 for School Committee dues FY'25 (Mass Assoc of School Administration)
School Committee - Regular Meeting
The Revere School Committee will vote on items on the consent calendar, hear the superintendent’s reports on the Operation World Readiness JROTC service‑learning project, the Restorative Justice initiative, the SBA reading intervention collaboration, and the RPS DESE visit. The meeting also includes a public comment period, a report from the Plant and Maintenance sub‑committee, and routine business such as new business and executive session.
- Consent Calendar (Vote Required)
- Superintendent Report – “Operation World Readiness” JROTC service‑learning project
- Superintendent Report – Restorative Justice update
- Superintendent Report – SBA Reading Intervention collaboration
- Plant and Maintenance sub‑committee report
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The RTA Ad-Hoc Bargaining Committee will meet in executive session. The body will conduct a collective bargaining session and discuss strategy regarding the Revere Teachers Association.
- Collective bargaining session with the Revere Teachers Association
- Strategy discussion regarding Revere Teachers Association bargaining
Affordable Housing Trust Fund - Regular Meeting
The Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will discuss updates to the Housing Production Plan and a proposed HDIP public hearing, both slated for City Council consideration. It will also provide updates on the First Time Homebuyer Program, the RFP process for city‑owned/tax‑title properties, and the disposition of those properties. Additional items include general updates from Planning and Community Development and a public comment period.
- Housing Production Plan put forth to the City Council
- HDIP public hearing proposal put forth to the City Council
- First Time Homebuyer Program update
- RFP process for city‑owned/tax‑title properties update
- Disposition of city‑owned/tax‑title properties update
Library Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The Board will review the library’s building maintenance oversight, noting that the DPW has supervision of city buildings except schools and the Carnegie Public Library, which creates confusion. Trustees suggested they develop a capital plan and funding strategy, possibly reviving a building envelope study or commissioning a new engineering assessment. The Mayor agreed to support collaboration, including regular communication with city engineering resources and incorporating library needs into the city’s five‑year capital improvement plan. Additional agenda items include staff updates, new cameras, boiler repair, and a language‑access note for future agendas.
- Meeting with Mayor and CFO on library building maintenance and capital planning
- Boiler repaired on Monday 11/4
- New security cameras installed
- Language Access Plan note to be added to future agendas
- Selection of a building committee
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several mayoral reappointments to city boards and commissions. The body will also review a request for a public hearing to set the FY2025 tax rate and a contract for the Public Works Department AFSCME Council 98, Local 880.
- Public hearing request for November 25, 2024, to set the FY2025 tax rate
- Appropriation request for the Revere Public Works Department AFSCME Council 98, Local 880 contract (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2027)
- Ordinance establishing rules for the display of flags and use of City Hall
- Motion to request state legislation for discounted tolls at Sumner Tunnel, Ted Williams Tunnel, and Tobin Bridge
- Motion to request MassDOT install lighting or police details on Bennington Street
RHS Building Committee - Committee Meeting
The Revere High School Building Committee will consider approval of the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes, approve October invoices, and vote on Amendment #3 for Consigli. The committee will also receive a detailed design update covering classroom layouts, exterior material selections, and rendering plans for the new high school. A public comment period and other business will follow before the meeting is adjourned.
- Approve meeting minutes from September 18, 2024
- Approve October invoices for processing
- Approve Amendment #3 for Consigli
- Detailed design update on classrooms, exterior materials, and renderings for the new Revere High School
- Public comment period
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Revere City Council will hear Ordinance 24‑258 to repeal the prohibition on non‑medical marijuana establishments and Ordinance 24‑271 to set zoning definitions and permit districts for such businesses. Additional agenda items include an amendment to food‑truck locations (24‑305), a motion to hold a public hearing on expanding youth recreation safety (24‑139), and a land‑swap request involving Ossen Street and 35 Morris Street (24‑310). Several motions will also be considered, such as drafting legislation for four‑year council terms and requesting cost estimates for interpreter devices.
- 24‑258 – Ordinance repealing the prohibition of non‑medical marijuana establishments
- 24‑271 – Zoning ordinance establishing definitions, uses, and special‑permit districts for marijuana establishments
- 24‑305 – Ordinance further amending food‑truck locations
- 24‑139 – Motion to order a public hearing on expanding recreational opportunities for young people
- 24‑310 – Communication requesting a land swap of Ossen Street (34‑467F‑22A) for 35 Morris Street (34‑467B‑29A)
Board of Health - Public Meeting
The Revere Board of Health will review and approve the minutes from its August 29, 2024 meeting. It will hear the monthly public health communicable disease report and the inspectional services report. The board will consider a second‑request summons for Kimberly Paula of 89 Augustus Street and a notice of violation appeal from Saeid Hoseinzade of 838 Winthrop Avenue.
- Review and approve minutes from August 29, 2024
- Public health communicable monthly report
- Inspectional services monthly report
- Second‑request summons for Kimberly Paula, 89 Augustus Street
- Notice of violation appeal for Saeid Hoseinzade, 838 Winthrop Ave
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The Plant and Maintenance Subcommittee will meet to discuss facility updates and scheduling. The body will review specific school site improvements and student transportation planning.
- Discussion on renovating the Lincoln School Tot Lot
- Update on the state of the elevators at Garfield School
- Scheduling a date to discuss student transportation
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The RTA Ad-Hoc Bargaining Committee will meet in executive session. The body will conduct a collective bargaining session and discuss strategy regarding the Revere Teachers Association.
- Collective bargaining session with the Revere Teachers Association
- Discussion of bargaining strategy
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The Revere School Committee Subcommittee will vote to enter an executive session under Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A, section 21(a). The session will be used to discuss strategy for collective bargaining with the Revere Teachers Association. No other agenda items are listed.
- Motion to meet in executive session pursuant to M.G.L. chapter 30A, section 21(a)
- Discussion of collective bargaining strategy with the Revere Teachers Association
Parking Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
The Parking Advisory Committee will review the status of tree pit procurement and select test tree pits. The body will also receive financial updates regarding the PBD Fund and E.V. Stations.
- Status of tree pit procurement
- Selection of test tree pits
- PBD Fund financial update
- E.V. Stations financial update
School Committee - Committee of the Whole
The Revere School Committee, Committee of the Whole, will consider the consent calendar, which includes approval of minutes, warrants, financial reports, personnel actions, and donations. Items on the agenda include a $25,000 donation from the Murray Burnstine Charitable Trust to the Fine Arts Department and $5,400 funding for the 2025‑2027 Colella Awards. The committee will also approve a series of invoices for supplies, services, and equipment across the district.
- $25,000 donation from the Murray Burnstine Charitable Trust to the Fine Arts Department
- $5,400 allocated to fund the 2025‑2027 Colella Awards
- $110,402 furniture purchase for Lincoln school
- $21,580 sound system upgrade for Revere High School
- $2,000 membership dues for the Massachusetts Partnership Division (2024‑2025)
School Committee - Regular Meeting
The Revere School Committee will hold a regular meeting on Oct. 15, 2024. Items include a vote on the consent calendar, a superintendent report covering MCAS results and a $50,000 targeted assistance grant, and a discussion of amendments to the AFSCME Council 93 contract. The committee will also discuss the delegate and alternate delegate to the November MASC conference.
- Vote on consent calendar (required vote)
- Proposed amendments to AFSCME 93 and 93A contract, including a $5,200 shift differential for custodial day‑shift employees
- Changes to vacation policy allowing up to 40% of custodial staff to be on vacation in summer months
- Discussion of delegate and alternate delegate to the November MASC conference
- Superintendent report noting a $50,000 targeted assistance grant for DESE site visit at RMA
Affordable Housing Trust Fund - Regular Meeting
The Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will review recent financial outlays, update the First Time Homebuyer Downpayment Assistance program, and consider the disposition of city‑owned tax‑title properties, including the RFP process and goals. The board will also address the need for a public meeting on the Homebuyer Downpayment Incentive Program and receive other updates from Planning and Community Development.
- Treasurer’s update on recent outlays
- First Time Homebuyer Downpayment Assistance program status
- Disposition of city‑owned/tax‑title properties – RFP process and goals
- Homebuyer Downpayment Incentive Program – need for public meeting
- Other updates from Planning and Community Development
Library Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The Revere Public Library Board will review the director's financial and safety reports, receive a metrics presentation from Trustee John Dove, and discuss allocating money raised by library events to the RHS scholarship and to supplement limited city‑provided professional‑development funds. Additional agenda items include building updates (cameras, walkway, architect for the Young Adult area) and updates on programs and open staff positions.
- Director’s financial and safety reports
- Building updates: cameras, walkway, architect for Young Adult area
- John Dove to present metrics and analysis
- Discussion on using event‑raised funds for RHS scholarship and professional development
- Open staff positions
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a motion to amend the food‑truck ordinance to add a single truck at the parking lot on 108 Beach Street, adjacent to the Revere History Museum and Sonny Myers Park. The agenda also includes a presentation on the FY2025 Opioid Trust Fund Budget, several zoning ordinance amendments, and a special‑permit request for a health club at 220 Broadway.
- Motion 24-305: Amend food‑truck ordinance to allow one truck at 108 Beach Street parking lot
- Presentation 24-282: FY2025 Opioid Trust Fund Budget
- Ordinance 24-269: Repeal definition/use of mechanical parking systems in zoning code
- Ordinance 24-271: Define uses and special‑permit district boundaries for marijuana establishments
- Special‑permit request 24-284: Health club at 86 Lincoln Street to operate in GB District at 220 Broadway
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The Revere School Committee Subcommittee will meet in executive session on October 1, 2024 at the Revere High School Learning Commons. The session is called under Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A, section 21(a). The committee will conduct a collective bargaining session with the Revere Teachers Association and discuss bargaining strategy. No other agenda items are listed.
- Motion and vote to meet in executive session pursuant to MGL chapter 30A, section 21(a)
- Conduct a collective bargaining session with the Revere Teachers Association
- Discuss strategy for collective bargaining with the Revere Teachers Association
Board of Health - Public Meeting
The Board of Health will review and approve the August 29, 2024 meeting minutes, hear the monthly public‑health communicable disease report and the Inspectional Services report, and consider a second‑request summons for Kimberly Paula of 89 Augustus Street and a notice‑of‑violation appeal from Saeid Hoseinzade of 838 Winthrop Avenue.
- Approve minutes from the August 29, 2024 Board of Health meeting
- Public health communicable disease monthly report (presented by Lauren Buck)
- Inspectional Services monthly report (presented by Michael Wells)
- Second‑request summons for Kimberly Paula – 89 Augustus Street
- Notice of violation appeal for Saeid Hoseinzade – 838 Winthrop Ave
School Committee - Committee of the Whole
The Revere School Committee's Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for September 26, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda included motions to enter executive sessions for strategy sessions and contract negotiations with non-union personnel.
- Meeting cancelled
- Executive session for negotiations with non-union personnel
- Executive session for collective bargaining or contract negotiations
- Meeting location: Ferrante School Committee Room
- Meeting time: 5:00 PM
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Revere City Council meeting will include public hearings on several ordinances, including a zoning ordinance establishing definitions, uses, special‑permit district boundaries, and regulations for marijuana establishments (item 24‑271). Other hearings will address flag display rules, veterans memorial pole regulations, the repeal of the definition and use of mechanical parking systems, and a special permit for a health club at 220 Broadway. Motions will also be considered to order hearings on a waste‑diversion program and on amending metered rates.
- 24‑271 Hearing on a zoning ordinance for marijuana establishments
- 24‑269 Hearing on repealing the definition and use of mechanical parking systems
- 24‑284 Special permit application for a health club at 220 Broadway (GB District)
- 24‑285 National Grid request to install underground conduits from Pole #637 across Kimball Avenue to a new development at 650 Beach Street
- 24‑174 Motion to order a public hearing on an ordinance to establish a program to divert waste from landfills and incinerators
School Committee - Committee of the Whole
The Revere School Committee will meet in executive session to discuss strategy for upcoming negotiations with the superintendent of schools. The meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the Ferrante School Committee Room.
- Executive session to discuss strategy for negotiations with the superintendent
- Meeting location: Ferrante School Committee Room
- Meeting date: September 19, 2024
RHS Building Committee - Committee Meeting
The Revere High School Building Committee meeting on September 18, 2024 will consider approval of August 2024 invoices, review the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act expanded notification form, and preview design updates for the community forum scheduled for September 25, 2024. The agenda also includes discussion of building‑plan refinements, exterior material selections, and site‑plan details. Public comment will be taken before the meeting is adjourned.
- Vote to approve August invoices for processing
- Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act expanded environmental notification form submission
- Design update preview for the September 25 community forum (building plan refinements, exterior materials, site plan)
- Discussion of building‑plan refinements for each floor (+19, +35, +49, +63, +4)
- Review of exterior material palette (field brick, ironspot brick, fieldstone, wood/phenolic, wood‑look, glass)
School Committee - Safety & Security Sub Committee Meeting
The Safety & Security Sub‑Committee will discuss installing panic buttons for teachers and faculty, consider additional security measures at Revere schools, hold a “Real Talk” forum, and develop a safety plan with immediate next steps and clear action items.
- Consideration of panic buttons for teachers and faculty
- Discussion of additional security measures at schools
- “Real Talk” forum for community input
- Creation of a safety plan outlining immediate next steps and action items
School Committee - Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will vote on the consent calendar, including approval of a $50,000 Safe & Healthy Learning Environments grant and a $5,000 MassBioEd Champions award. It will also review and approve numerous vendor invoices covering services such as software licenses, furniture, and equipment. An item titled “America Income Life Insurance” and other regular agenda matters will be discussed.
- Promoting Safe & Healthy Learning Environments Grant Award – $50,000
- MassBioEd Champions Award – $5,000 to RHS Biology Teacher Anna DiCenso
- Powerschool Group license agreements – largest single amount $54,006
- Instructional furniture for Garfield – $49,312
- Computer integration services – $21,134
School Committee - Regular Meeting
The School Committee will consider several motions regarding district planning and personnel compensation. The meeting includes a superintendent's report on a Revere High School incident and reports from three sub-committees.
- Motion to approve the AFSCME Contract
- Motion to approve COLA Benefits to Non-Union Employees
- Motion to approve the Carry Forward
- Motion to approve District Improvement Plan
- Superintendent report on RHS Incident
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The RTA Ad-Hoc Bargaining Committee will meet in executive session to conduct collective bargaining. The body will also discuss strategy regarding negotiations with the Revere Teachers Association.
- Collective bargaining session with the Revere Teachers Association
- Discussion of bargaining strategy
School Committee - Ways and Means Sub Committee
The Ways & Means Subcommittee will consider a carry‑forward of budget items and discuss the Lincoln Early Childhood Playground project. No other items are listed on the agenda.
- Carry Forward
- Lincoln Early Childhood Playground
Affordable Housing Trust Fund - Regular Meeting
The Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will review and discuss its draft strategic plan. It will receive updates on the Veterans Lottery at 133 Salem Street and on the First‑Time Homebuyer Downpayment Assistance program. The board will consider the disposition of city‑owned or tax‑title properties and hear additional updates from Planning and Community Development.
- Review of Draft Strategic Plan
- Veterans Lottery update for 133 Salem St
- First‑Time Homebuyer Downpayment Assistance program update
- Disposition of city‑owned/tax‑title properties
- Other updates from Planning and Community Development
Library Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet to elect a Chairman, Recording Secretary, and Treasurer. The body will discuss building updates regarding the walkway and upper-level design, as well as the purchase of two MAC desktops.
- Election of Officers (Chairman, Recording Secretary, Treasurer)
- Building updates for the walkway and upper-level design
- Purchase of two MAC desktops
- Discussion of Zeffy credit card and Strategic Plan sub-committee
- Review of financial and safety reports
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Revere City Council will discuss a motion directing the Fire Chief to analyze the cost and feasibility of adding a 24/7 emergency response ambulance under the Police Department. Additional agenda items include ordinances on interpretation services, short‑term rentals, flag display rules, and a public hearing request for veterans memorial poles. Several motions request actions on sustainable food packaging enforcement, USPS delivery issues, and security measures at Revere High School.
- 24-264: Motion for Fire Chief to study cost/feasibility of a 24/7 ambulance under Police Dept.
- 24-061: Ordinance providing interpretation and translation services for public meetings and documents.
- 24-176: Ordinance further amending regulations for short‑term rentals in Revere.
- 24-276: Motion to enforce Sustainable Food Ware and Packing ordinance by July 1 2025.
- 24-277: Motion requesting a USPS representative to address delivery problems.
School Committee - Safety & Security Sub Committee Meeting
The Safety & Security Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss fights occurring at Revere High School. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Discussion of fights at Revere High School
School Committee - Policies & Procedures Sub Committee
The Revere School Committee Policies & Procedures Sub-Committee will meet on September 4, 2024, to discuss attendance, grading, and professional development. The meeting is scheduled for 4:30 PM in the Ferrante School Committee Room.
- Attendance and Absenteeism policy discussion
- Grading policy discussion
- Professional Development for School Committee discussion
- Revere School Committee Onboarding Handbook discussion
- Donors Choose discussion
Board of Health - Public Meeting
The Board of Health will review monthly reports from Public Health and Inspectional Services. The board is also scheduled to discuss condemnation proceedings for a specific property.
- Condemnation proceedings regarding 364 Ocean Ave
- Public Health Communicable monthly report
- Inspectional Services monthly report
RHS Building Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss the design development and permitting status of the Revere High School project. Members will also vote on the approval of July invoices and meeting minutes from July 24, 2024.
- Vote to approve July invoices for processing
- Permitting update
- Design development update including building plan refinements and exterior facade studies
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The RTA Ad-Hoc Bargaining Committee is meeting in executive session. The body will conduct a collective bargaining session and discuss strategy regarding the Revere Teachers Association.
- Collective bargaining session with the Revere Teachers Association
- Discussion of bargaining strategy
City Council - Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding short-term rental regulations and translation services for public meetings. The body will also consider zoning map amendments for 1330 Broadway and 931 Winthrop Avenue, and review several National Grid infrastructure petitions.
- Hearing on ordinance amending regulations for short-term rentals
- Hearing on ordinance providing interpretation and translation services for public meetings
- Zoning map amendments for 1330 Broadway (CD to TED) and 931 Winthrop Avenue (RB to NB)
- Five National Grid petitions for poles and conduits on Railroad Street, Lee Burbank Highway, Nahant Avenue, and Centennial Avenue
- Motion to order a public hearing for a zoning ordinance establishing regulations for marijuana establishments
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The Revere School Committee Subcommittee will move to enter an executive session under Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A, section 21(a). The session is intended to discuss strategy for collective bargaining with the Revere Teachers Association. No other agenda items are listed.
- Motion to meet in executive session per MGL 30A, section 21(a) to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Revere Teachers Association
School Committee - Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the School Committee onboarding handbook and professional development. The body will also review a vocational conversation follow-up and a consent calendar containing financial reports and personnel items.
- Legal services payments to Valerio Dominello for $10,322 and $11,978
- Professional development payment to Redesign LLC for $9,820
- Graduation equipment payment to PPC Event Services I for $6,912
- JetBlue book donation to the Beachmont School
- FY24 Q4 Financial Report and FY24 into FY25 Preliminary CFWD Estimate
School Committee - Regular Meeting
The School Committee will consider approvals for the FY25 student activity accounts, the employee handbook, and a guide for students and parents. The meeting also includes presentations on Title IX, Revere High School policies, and a new district website.
- Motion to approve FY25 RPS Student Activity Accounts
- Motion to approve Revere Public Schools Employee Handbook
- Motion to approve Guide to Revere Public Schools for Students, Parents, and Caregivers
- Title IX presentation by Attorney Jennifer King
- RHS presentation on cell phones, attendance, and support teams
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The School Committee Subcommittee will move to an executive session under Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A, section 21(a). The session will be used to conduct a collective bargaining meeting with AFSCME Council 93, Local 1383 and its affiliate. The purpose also includes discussing bargaining strategy with the same unions.
- Executive session to conduct collective bargaining with AFSCME Council 93, Local 1383
- Executive session to discuss bargaining strategy with AFSCME Council 93, Local 1383
Affordable Housing Trust Fund - Regular Meeting
The Affordable Housing Trust Fund Board will review its draft strategic plan and discuss several housing initiatives. Items include a lottery for the 133 Salem St property, a presentation on 110 Ocean Ave, and a first‑time homebuyer down‑payment assistance program. The board will also consider disposition of city‑owned/tax‑title properties and provide updates on visibility and press.
- Review and discuss Draft Strategic Plan
- Upcoming lottery for 133 Salem St
- Presentation from TND regarding 110 Ocean Ave
- First‑time Homebuyer Downpayment Assistance program
- Disposition of city‑owned/tax‑title properties
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The AFSCME Ad-Hoc Bargaining Committee is meeting in executive session. The body will conduct a collective bargaining session and discuss strategy regarding AFSCME Council 93, Local 1383 and Local 1383-A.
- Collective bargaining session with AFSCME Council 93, Local 1383 and Local 1383-A
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The Plant and Maintenance Subcommittee will discuss whether to recommend proceeding with portable classrooms. The committee will receive updates on available space at Revere High School, the status of Flip‑Loks equipment, air‑conditioning at Hill School, and a rodent allegation from the RTA. It will also consider a request for district‑wide Flip‑Loks training and plan a tutorial tour of the equipment.
- Decision on recommending portable classrooms
- Update on available space at Revere High School
- Request for district‑wide Flip‑Loks training for all RPS staff
- Schedule a tutorial tour on how Flip‑Loks work
- Update on Hill School air‑conditioning
School Committee - Sub Committee Meeting
The Revere School Committee Subcommittee will consider a motion to enter an executive session under Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A, section 21(a). The purpose of the session is to discuss strategy for collective bargaining with the Revere Teachers Association. No other agenda items are listed.
- Motion to meet in executive session per MGL 30A‑21(a)
- Discussion of collective bargaining strategy with the Revere Teachers Association
Board of Health - Public Meeting
The Board of Health will review monthly reports from Public Health and Inspectional Services. The board is also considering individual and establishment licenses for body art and a license for chicken keeping.
- Body Art Individual Practitioner License for Katherine Peguero
- Body Art Establishment License for Kat Beauty Co.
- Chicken Keeping License for Jadier Pimenta
RHS Building Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee is meeting to discuss the design development of the Revere High School project. Members will also vote on the approval of invoices from June.
- Vote to approve June invoices for processing
- Design Development Update
- Approval of May 29 and June 26 meeting minutes
School Committee - Budget Sub Committee
The Ways & Means Subcommittee will meet on July 23, 2024 at 4:45 PM in the Ferrante School Committee Room. The subcommittee will discuss whether to fund a stipend for a secretary to take subcommittee minutes. No other agenda items are listed.
- Consider funding a stipend for a secretary to record subcommittee minutes
School Committee - Committee of the Whole
The School Committee will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss the VoTech admissions policy and the location of future committee meetings. The body will also review a consent calendar including personnel items and warrants.
- Discussion of VoTech Admissions Policy
- Discussion of Location of School Committee Meetings
- Massachusetts Life Sciences Center Grant ($79,831)
- Powers & Sullivan LL audit fees ($10,000)
- School Business Official legal services ($15,326)
School Committee - Regular Meeting
The Revere School Committee meeting on July 23, 2024 will consider a consent calendar that requires a vote, hear a superintendent report that includes the faculty handbook, receive an update from the Personnel Subcommittee on the superintendent’s formative evaluation, and vote on a memorandum of agreement with the Revere Administrators Association. The agenda also includes a public comment period and routine items such as recognitions and reports from sub‑committees.
- Consent Calendar – vote required
- Superintendent report – Faculty Handbook
- Personnel Subcommittee update – superintendent’s formative evaluation
- Motion to approve Revere Administrators Association Memorandum of Agreement
- Public Speak – 15‑minute public comment period
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Revere City Council will consider an update on the Suffolk Downs development and a motion to address citywide speeding problems. Public hearings will be held on a zoning map amendment affecting 1330 Broadway and the Beachmont Fire Station, and on National Grid petitions to install a new pole and underground conduits on Railroad Street. Additional motions will request speed‑calming measures and other traffic safety actions.
- 24-215 – Tom O'Brien (CEO, HYM) to update Council on Suffolk Downs development
- 24-201 – Motion for Mayor, Police Chief, and DPW Superintendent to discuss citywide speeding and speed‑calming measures
- 24-216 – Hearing on Ordinance further amending the zoning map for 1330 Broadway (CD to TED) and Beachmont Fire Station at 931 Winthrop Avenue (RB to NB)
- 24-217 – National Grid petition to install new pole #15‑50 on Railroad Street near Lee Burbank Highway
- 24-236 – Motion requesting installation of speed bumps near 29 Franklin Avenue and 139 Campbell Avenue
Parking Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
The committee will discuss the status of tree pit procurement and potential testing methods. Financial updates for the PBD Fund and E.V Stations are also scheduled.
- Status of tree pit procurement
- Tree pit testing
- PBD Fund Financial Update
- E.V Stations Financial Update
Affordable Housing Trust Fund - Regular Meeting
The Board will review and discuss the draft Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes updates on 133 Salem, the Downpayment Assistance Program, and the elder/low-income repairs program.
- Review/discussion of Draft Strategic Plan
- Update on 133 Salem
- Downpayment Assistance Program update
- Elder/low-income repairs program update
- Treasurer’s update
School Committee - Personnel Sub Committee
The Revere School Committee Personnel Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Superintendent's formative evaluation. This is the only item listed on the agenda.
- Superintendent Formative Evaluation