THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024 Page 7 MAYOR | FROM Page 1 be in a place where immigrants become neighbors, and neighbors become friends,” said Bowman, adding that people have united to make Revere home for generations to come. Former Mass. House Speaker Rep. Robert DeLeo continued praising the city’s diversity. “The city has three stops on the Blue Line and one stop on the American dream for immigrant families,” said DeLeo, who also highlighted the city’s natural beauty. DeLeo introduced Keefe as a problem solver. “He’s willing to listen to diff erent views and try new approaches,” said DeLeo. “He’s passionate about this city.” And Keefe’s speech left no doubts about his love for Revere and his faith that the city’s best days are ahead. The mayor began with the new high school and said the City Council’s vote to move forward with the plan to build on the Wonderland site was the most important vote they’ll ever make. He commended councillors for their “political valor” and called the high school debate a “perfect example of collaboration.” “Ultimately, we made the decision that’s best for our children,” he said. It’s a symbol of our progress and our future.” But the high school was only these fi ne men and women to protect our community,” he said. “Public Works has a new facility, new equipment and new employees to serve the needs of residents,” he said, adding, “You deserve this.” Keefe acknowledged affordable housing is still a challenge for the city, which endangers Revere’s character, but he said the Aff ordable Housing Trust Fund Board had brought 20 affordable new homes to the city. “We understand the problem and are exploring every opportunity to keep Revere aff ordable,” he said, adding that the city wants seniors to be able to age in place with grace and off ers a pathway Mayor Patrick Keefe smiled at the audience during his State of the City Address at the Susan B. Anthony Middle School auditorium last week. (Advocate fi le photo) the start of a long list of things that Keefe said foreshadow the city’s great future. Keefe mentioned many city departments, highlighting accomplishments and staff. He spoke about the evolving local economy that was once reliant on racetracks and said the city’s aggressive approach to expand and diversify the tax base with projects such as Suff olk Downs have brought new opportunities and improved the quality of life in Revere. And everyone has benefi ted. The value of single-family homes is up by 66 percent, he told an enthusiastic audience, who applauded throughout the mayor’s speech. Keefe praised the Revere Public Library, Offi ce of Elder Aff airs and Department of Parks and Recreation, and he highlighted the ongoing progress made in the Police and Fire Departments. “We sleep easier knowing we have Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of tino I sur nce is p the l yal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM d t welcome to home ownership so young people can stay in the city and thrive. “We need to make sure families are able to stay and call Revere home,” he said. Keefe, who repeatedly stressed Revere is on the path to greatness, asked, “Do I sound optimistic? “It’s because I am. I believe in Revere and I want to share that optimism with everyone no matter where you stand. That’s the unity I envision, the shared optimism, and we will build unstoppable momentum. We can make history beginning right now, right here. Join me and let’s launch Revere into the future.”
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