Revere, MN

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Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 5:00 PM

Zoning Board of Appeals

City Council Chamber - 2nd Floor

Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to weigh outdoor lighting rules, housing impact reports, and towing special permit

The Revere City Council is meeting to consider a zoning ordinance amendment on outdoor lighting, a proposal for a Housing Impact Monitoring Program, and a special permit for a towing business. The agenda also includes several motions requesting reports and appearances from city officials on topics like police data systems, construction traffic, and parking. Several items are routine, including minutes approval, certificates, and year-end financial transfers.

Public hearing on ordinance amending Title 17 relative to outdoor lighting (26-081)
Motion to establish Housing Impact Monitoring Program with annual public report (26-113)
Special permit request by 128 Towing & Recovery, LLC at 885 North Shore Road (26-130)
Motion to request police and parking officials discuss flock camera systems (26-127)
FY2026 year-end free cash and retained earnings appropriations (26-140)

zoninghousingpublic-safetybudgettowingpoliceordinance

✓ Decided: Revere council passes outdoor lighting ordinance 9-2; approves $1.3M in year-end spending

The City Council ordained a new Chapter 17.33 regulating outdoor lighting, limiting light trespass, glare and color temperature, on a 9-2 roll call vote (Kelley and Novoselsky opposed). It approved a series of Fiscal Year 2026 year-end appropriations from free cash, water and sewer retained earnings, and the Community Improvement Trust Fund, including $435,000 for fire overtime and $570,000 for Freeman Street Fire Station repairs. It also amended Rule 34 to let City of Revere employees speak during public comment, and ordered several motions requesting reports and presentations from city departments.

Ordained new Chapter 17.33 Outdoor Lighting regulations (9-2; Kelley and Novoselsky voted no)
Approved $435,000 free cash appropriation for fire overtime (all present yes)
Approved $539,998 free cash appropriation for workers' compensation (Guarino-Sawaya absent)
Approved $140,000 free cash for Revere Beach Partnership public safety at the International Sand Sculpting Festival
Approved $62,604 water & sewer retained earnings for department overtime and $70,000 for city-wide water meter replacements
Approved $25,000 for American Legion landscaping and $570,000 for Freeman Street Fire Station repairs from the Community Improvement Trust Fund
Amended Rule 34 to include City of Revere employees in public comment (unanimous voice vote)
Approved minutes of the June 22, 2026 meeting

City Council Chamber – 2nd Floor

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes

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City of Revere, MA City Council Meeting Agenda Spanish interpretation can be requested at least 48 business hours prior to the public meeting by emailing [email protected]. La interpretación en español puede solicitarse al menos 48 horas hábiles antes de la reunión pública enviando un correo electrónico [email protected]. City Council Chamber – 2nd Floor6:00 PMMonday, July 13, 2026 5:00PM Zoning Sub-Committee Meeting Salute to the Flag Roll Call of Members 1. Approval of the minutes of the June 22, 2026 meeting of the Revere City Council. 06222026CityCouncilMeetingMinutes.pdfAttachments: 3. Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the City Council award a Certificate of Appreciation to John (“Jack”) Polcari in recognition of his tireless dedication, volunteer service, and commitment to the Gibson Park Community Garden. 26-126 2. Motion presented by Councillor Mercurio: That the City Council award a Certificate of Commendation to Danni Hope Randall, Revere High School Class of 2026, in recognition of her outstanding academic achievements, exemplary leadership, dedication to community service, and remarkable accomplishments as a student-athlete. 26-135 4. Motion presented by Councillor Silvestri: That the Mayor request the Chief of Police and the Director of Parking to appear before the City Council to speak about flock systems such as how they are used, who has access to the data, and how that data is being shared. 26-127 Public Comment Pursu …

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City of Revere, MA Monday, July 13, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Meeting Minutes 281 Broadway Revere, MA 02151 City Council Chamber – 2nd Floor Salute to the Flag Roll Call of Members Councillor Argenzio, Councillor Cogliandro, Councillor Giannino, Council Vice President Guarino-Sawaya, Councillor Haas III, Councillor Kelley, Councillor McKenna, Councillor Mercurio, Councillor Novoselsky, Councillor Silvestri, and Council President Zambuto Present: 1. Approval of the minutes of the June 22, 2026 meeting of the Revere City Council. 06222026CityCouncilMeetingMinutes.pdf Attachments: RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: Zambuto 3. Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the City Council award a Certificate of Appreciation to John (“Jack”) Polcari in recognition of his tireless dedication, volunteer service, and commitment to the Gibson Park Community Garden. 26-126 26-126 Councillor Guarino-Sawaya presented Jack Polcari with a Certificate of Appreciation. City of Revere, Massachusetts Certificate of Appreciation In grateful recognition of your tireless dedication, outstanding volunteer service, and unwavering commitment to the Gibson Park Community Garden. special recognition is hereby accorded to: John “Jack” Polcari Through your hard work, generosity, and countless hours of volunteerism, you have helped cultivate not only a beautiful community space, but also a place where neighbors come together, friendships flourish, and pride in our community continues to grow. Your …

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🌐 County-level context (Redwood County)

County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.

Adults with low literacy16.5% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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$89K

Annual budget

$220K

Debt outstanding

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$89K

Spending$80K

Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load

Outstanding debt$220K

A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids

0.564

All kids

0.547

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