Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026 “We Stand Together”: In State of the City Address, Mayor Keefe highlights unity and “Good Government” as Revere’s path forward E mphasizing the power of unity, Mayor Patrick M. Keefe, Jr. delivered his State of the City Address on Wednesday evening at the Susan B. Anthony Middle School. Anchored by the theme of “Good Government,” Mayor Keefe highlighted the City of Revere’s investments in housing aff ordability, modernized public safety, economic growth, and education. Refl ecting on a national climate often characterized by polarity and unease, Mayor Keefe off ered Revere as an example for pragmatic, compassionate and effective civic leadership. “When we are divided, we are not looking forward. When we are divided, we are not seeing clearly at all. I often think that it is intentional, creating a divide, and [the city] will not fall into the trap. I choose to bring us closer together rather than pull us apart,” Mayor Keefe said. “We are Revere, where the best example of good government marches in step with its people.” Pointing to major milestones from the past year, Mayor Keefe highlighted the results of Revere’s collaborative approach to good government: Housing & Affordability: To keep Revere accessible for longtime residents and the middle-class, the City has launched several aff ordability initiatives: • First Time Homebuyer Program: Provided $50,000 in downpayment assistance to retain local workforce talent. • Affordable Development: Broke ground on 19 new affordable condos on Salem Robert Marra was the emcee. Shown from left to right, are: Sandra Figueroa, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Jaleeyah Figueroa, and grandmother Maria Chavez. Shown from left to right, are: School Committee members John Kingston, Steven Damiano, Chair/Mayor Patrick Keefe, Alexander Rhalimi, Superintendent of Schools Dianne Kelly, Aisha MilburyEllis, Stacey Rizzo, and Anthony Caggiano. Mayor Patrick Keefe addressed the Point of Pines fi re station, McMackin field, new police/ fi re chiefs, fi rst responders saving a child’s life and a new high school. Chelsea City Manager Fidel Maltez with Mayor Patrick Keefe. Shown from left to right, are: brother Joseph Keefe, niece Gianna Herbert, daughter Adrianna Keefe, Mayor Patrick Keefe, wife Jennifer Keefe, in-law Donna Infantino, sister Stephanie Herbert and father Patrick Keefe Sr. Shown from left to right, are: Fire Chief James Cullen, Mayor Patrick Keefe and Police Chief Maria LaVita. Street and announced the 2026 groundbreaking of a 56-unit development on Ocean Avenue, Revere’s fi rst 100% aff ordable housing development in over a decade. • Senior Citizen Home Repairs Program: Providing up to $5,000 in grants for essential repairs and accessibility upgrades, allowing elderly residents to age in place safely. Shown from left to right, are: Mayor Patrick Keefe, Kathy Nguyen and First Lady Jennifer Keefe. • Utility Savings: The Revere Power Choice program saved residents over $600,000 in electricity costs in 2025. Infrastructure & Economic Revitalization: Revere welcomed 68 new businesses and celebrated signifi cant local investments: • Portico Groundbreaking: a $226 million investment bringing union jobs, housing, and 33,000 square feet of retail space to Suff olk Downs Established 1978 Mid-grade Regular 3. . 4. $. Full Service ULS $4.9 Order online at angelosoil.com Kerosene Now Available! • Quality of Life Investments: A revitalized, newly headquartered Department of Public Works paved four total miles of roads and sidewalks last year. DPW is currently executing the long-awaited renovation of the iconic McMackin Field, which is expected to reopen by late summer. • Small Business Support: awarded over $120,000 in grants to local businesses to improve technology and curb appeal. Shown from left to right, are: Revere Police Offi cers Brian Chapman, Mayor Patrick Keefe, Police Chief Maria LaVita, and Offi cers Glenn Malley, and Thomas Malone. Public Safety Modernization: Mayor Keefe celebrated the historic appointments of Police Chief Maria LaVita, the fi rst woman to hold the title in Suff olk County, and Fire Chief James Cullen, praising their work to modernize both departments: • Revere Police implemented body-worn camera technology and a new offi cer wellness program. • Revere Fire opened the longawaited Alden A. Mills Point of Pines Fire Station, reactivating Engine 2. • The City approved the design of a state-of-the-art Regional 911 Call Center at the McKinley School, combining dispatch operations for Revere, Chelsea and Winthrop. Education & Investment in Revere Youth: Stressing that “education is a sacred priority,” Mayor Keefe provided an exciting update on the City’s most ambitious infrastructure project: the new Revere High School at the former Wonderland Dog Track site. Structural steel and concrete foundations are expected by this summer, keeping the project on track to welcome the Class of 2029. The City prioritized workforce development, employing nearly 270 students through the YouthWorks program last year and securing over 400 early college credits for local students. For more information on the City of Revere’s programs and initiatives, please visit revere.org. FLEET CARD Check Out Our LOW PRICES!
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