Revere City Council Advances Rivier High School Project
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Meeting Type:
City Council
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Meeting Date:
07/24/2024
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Recording Published:
07/24/2024
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Duration:
29 Minutes
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Suffolk County
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Towns:
Revere
- Meeting Overview:
In a recent Revere City Council meeting, progress was made regarding the Rivier High School building project, as the committee approved invoices for Kigle and Left Field, and discussed ensuring reimbursements from the Massachusetts School Building Authority. The focus on budget transparency and the urgency to finalize design parameters by December for cost estimation in January were key aspects of the meeting. While public comments were invited, none were made, and a motion to adjourn concluded the session.
The Rivier High School building committee convened to address several critical components of the ongoing high school project. The meeting began by establishing the order of business, which included the approval of invoices for services provided by Kigle and Left Field. The invoices were thoroughly discussed, and the committee members sought detailed explanations to ensure complete understanding of the billing process and the utilization of funds.
During this discussion, the need for more detailed information on the expenses was a focal point. The committee aimed to establish a clear and accountable record of where the allocated funds were being spent and the potential for reimbursements. The involvement of other staff in reviewing the budget in upcoming sessions was also tabled.
The meeting then shifted to the subject of monthly finance meetings, with the committee expressing the necessity of securing reimbursement from the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA). The MSBA’s role is crucial as it partners with communities to support the design and construction of educationally appropriate, flexible, sustainable, and cost-effective public school facilities.
One particular administrative detail mentioned was the intention to send an email to address concerns about committee membership and efficiency. A motion was made to add a new member to the committee; however, it was clarified that this process had not been officially completed.
Attention was also directed to the design development update, which included a series of working group meetings. These meetings spanned a range of topics from the design working group’s activities to site campus and athletics, site utilities, city planning, IT-related issues, and budget reviews. The importance of these meetings lies in their influence on the final outcome of the project, as they are critical in ensuring that the design parameters are adequately set. The committee emphasized the importance of locking down these parameters by December to allow for cost estimation in January.
A follow-up with the Conservation Commission was mentioned, which hints at the environmental considerations and regulatory compliance aspects of the project. The Commission’s role is to enforce environmental laws and ensure that new construction projects do not adversely affect natural resources.
As the meeting drew to a close, a motion to adjourn was made. The motion was seconded and approved, and before adjourning, an opportunity for public comments was provided. However, no public comments were made, which may reflect either a sense of satisfaction with the proceedings or a lack of public awareness or engagement with the project’s current status.
The committee’s efforts to maintain a clear line of communication with the Massachusetts School Building Authority and its focus on solidifying design parameters by the set deadlines demonstrate a deliberate and methodical approach to project management.
Patrick M. Keefe Jr.
City Council Officials:
Anthony Cogliandro, Ira Novoselsky, Anthony T. Zambuto, Marc Silvestri, Michelle Kelley, Juan Pablo Jaramillo, Robert J. Haas, Iii, Joanne McKenna, Paul Argenzio, Angela Guarino-Sawaya, Chris Giannino
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Meeting Type:
City Council
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
07/24/2024
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Recording Published:
07/24/2024
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Duration:
29 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Suffolk County
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Towns:
Revere
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