Revere Disabilities Commission Addresses Road Safety and Disability Support

Overview: In a recent gathering, the Revere Disabilities Commission tackled several issues affecting the local disabled community, including road safety concerns, the discontinuation of the Disability Inclusion Program, potential cuts to personal care attendants’ funding, and the implementation of an electronic visit verification system. The meeting also celebrated the awarding of a grant for an all-abilities Beach Day, discussed the expansion of disability inclusion programs in schools, and shared information on disability-focused resources and events.

Revere City Council Addresses Opioid Crisis and Student Transportation Needs

Overview: The recent Revere City Council meeting centered on two issues for the community: the opioid crisis and the transportation needs of high school students. Key points included the strategic deployment of Naloxone boxes to combat overdoses, concerns about opioid fund allocations, and proposals to improve student transportation, such as the potential adoption of the M7 card program. The council also discussed the Revere High School building project and the need for better flood management in light of recent nor’easter damage.

Revere City Council Prioritizes Veterans in Overlook Ridge Development

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Revere City Council addressed several significant items, with a primary focus on the Overlook Ridge development project. The proposal, which involves amendments to the zoning ordinance for the Overlook Ridge overlay District, was met with particular interest due to its implications for local housing and retail options. Notably, the council discussed provisions for affordable housing, with an emphasis on marketing to veterans and seniors, as well as the potential for local retail businesses to serve the community.

Revere Conservation Commission Addresses Environmental Concerns and Development

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Revere Conservation Commission tackled several pressing environmental and developmental issues, with discussions surrounding the delineation of wetland resources at the former Wonderland Park site and the extension of an order of conditions for development on River Beach Boulevard. The Commission also reviewed amendments to a project on Arcadia Street and issues surrounding a property on Jones Road, among other items.

Revere Tackles Opioid Crisis with Abatement Funds and Naloxone Boxes

Overview: The Revere Board of Health focused their recent meeting on the city’s opioid crisis, detailing strategies for the allocation of opioid abatement funds and the implementation of Naloxone boxes to combat overdose deaths. The discussions prioritized the establishment of an opioid abatement working group and the deployment of life-saving medication.