THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026 Page 5 ~ REVERE CIT Y COUNCIL ROUNDUP ~ Congratulations, Robonerds T he pride in the City Council Chamber was palpable as the council awarded Certificates of Achievement to the Revere High School ROTC Robo Nerds robotic club for winning a national title at the National Robot Drone League event held at East Tennessee State University. Ward 4 Councillor Paul Argenzio and Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri, who sponsored the motion for the award, did the honors. Argenzio read the certifi cate, which detailed the team’s accomplishments. “In acknowledgement of extraordinary, distinguished and meritorious achievement as a member of the Revere High School Army JROTC RoboNerds Team #3000, special recognition is hereby accorded to the team In recognition of their outstanding achievement in being crowned National Alliance Champions at the 2026 Robot Drone League National Competition, held March 27-28, 2026, and in celebration of a remarkable inaugural season defi ned by innovation, teamwork, and perseverance. In your rookie year, you demonstrated exceptional skill in navigating robots and drones through a simulated Moonbase Habitat challenge, achieving top qualifying scores and reaching a personal best of 3,255 points at the national level. Your accomplishments further include earning 2nd place overall at the New England Regional Competition and receiving the Alliance Award, Engineering Award, and Team Showcase Award, reflecting your collaboration, technical excellence, and dedication. Your success brings great pride to Revere High School and the City of Revere, serving as an inspiration to the entire community. Everyone in the room was thrilled by the team and Major Deborah Bowker and grateful for them making Revere shine. The RHS RoboNerds team were honored by the City Council on Monday evening for earning the title of National Alliance Champions at the Robot Drone League National Competition held in March at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City. Shown following their win in March: Dr. Casey Geist, Cadets David Flores Luna, Radley Lekuku, Jack Cambriello, Diego Leal Robles, Adekanmi Fetuga, Meyson Garcia Alvarado, Douglas Martinez Aguilar, Britany Argueta De Leon, Larissa Saraiva and Katherine Morales, MAJ (R) Deborah Bowker and Cadets Victoria Ackles, Keyrin Berganza Argueta, Giselle Alarcon Alas and Izabelly Alves Dos Santos. (Advocate fi le photo) Thank you, Jamie Russo A Certifi cate of Commendation was awarded to Jamie Russo in recognition of his continued support of the Revere Fire Department through the voluntary donation of properties slated for demolition for use in critical, handson fi re training exercises. Cryptocurrency ATMs T he council referred an ordinance banning cryptocurrency ATMs in Revere to the Legislative Aff airs Subcommittee. Councillor-at-Large Marc Silvestri said the ATMs, which are often found in convenience stores, are heavily used in scams, financial fraud and money laundering. The current absence of sufficient federal and state consumer protections and regulatory oversight for such machines necessitates a municipal prohibition to safeguard residents and preserve public safety. The ATMs also charge much higher fees than online crypto brokers. Silvestri said he had spoken to a resident who lost $350,000 over 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 Earn an EASY$20 every month. Just maintain an average monthly balance of $5,000, make $1,500 in direct deposits each month, and complete three transactions of any kind (deposit, withdrawal, transfer, or bill pay).* *New checking account customers only. several months. The ordinance will ban the machines and set a $300 fi ne for any business that does not remove them. Drainage improvements T he council approved a $3.6 million bond authorization for stormwater improvements. Superintendent of Public Works Chris Ciaramella explained the proposed project involves drainage improvements in the Sewall and Library Streets area. Ciaramella said the work is necessary and will allow for subsequent paving and sidewalk installation to complete upgrades in the RCCR | SEE Page 6
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