THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2020 Page 7 The Coronavirus Count Revere continues with sixth highest rating in state for COVID-19 O ver the past week, the number of confi rmed COVID-19 cases in Revere increased from 1,782 to 1,808 cases – a 1.5 percent increase, according to the latest weekly city/town cases available Wednesday. Revere has the sixth highest rate in the state, with an average of 2,968.01 per 100,000. Of the Revere residents tested for COVID-19 over the last 14 days through Wednesday, 5.54 percent tested positive, according to the latest state report. That is higher than the state positivity average of 2.25 percent over the same period. People can compare the number of COVID-19 cases confi rmed in Revere to those in neighboring cities and towns as well as communities of similar size by going to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) website at https://www.mass.gov/ info-details/covid-19-response-reporting. Click on COVID-19 cases by city/town. Chelsea (7,845.56 per 100,000), Brockton (4,329.85 per 100,000) and Lawrence (4,126.98 per 100,000) have the highest rates in the state for people testing positive for COVID-19. Here’s how nine other area communities compare to Revere: Lynn: 3,666 cases, 3,633.18 per 100,000 (fi fth highest in state). Revere: 1,808 cases, 2,968.01 per 100,000 (sixth highest in state). Everett: 1,770 cases, 3,646.75 per 100,000 (fourth highest in state). Malden: 1,250 cases, 1,844.92 per 100,000 (29th highest in state). Peabody: 1,001 cases, 1,795.01 per 100,000. Saugus: 557 cases, 1,959.52 per 100,000 (22nd highest in state). Wakefi eld: 316 cases, 1,170.16 per 100,000. Melrose: 247 cases, 854.02 per 100,000. Reading: 300 cases, 1,091.55 per 100,000. Lynnfi eld: 98 cases, 841.27 per 100,000. Statewide totals: 104,961 cases, 1,506.59 per 100,000. (Data compiled by DPH and made public as of July 8, 2020 RevereTV Spotlight Y ou might have already heard that the annual International Sand Sculpting Festival at Revere Beach has been cancelled this year. RevereTV is still celebrating the event! Tune in to our community channel throughout the entire summer for coverage of past sand sculpting festivals. This is typically one of RevereTV’s largest events to cover, so there is plenty to dive into from years past. Our coverage will be on Comcast channel 8 and 1072 or RCN channel 3 and 614 on Fridays at 7 p.m., Sundays at 7 p.m. and Mondays at 5 p.m. All past RevereTV event coverage can always be found on our YouTube page. RTV and Debbie Peczka DiGiulio recorded a new episode of “The Senior FYI.” In the latest episode, there are messages from four Revere seniors and an interview with a local hair stylist who talks about her battle with COVID-19. “The Senior FYI” is an informational program RTV produces in partnership with the Rossetti-Cowan Senior Center. View this episode and past episodes of the program on our community channel and YouTube page. The RevereTV government channel has been scheduled with the latest in city meetings, and recorded updates from Governor Charlie Baker. Some Revere meetings are the Ways & Means Committee about the city budget, the last City CounREVERETV | SEE PAGE 13 ~ Legal Notice ~ Public Hearing Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40A of the Massachusetts General Laws and Section 17.08.572 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Revere that the Revere City Council will conduct a public hearing on Monday evening, July 27, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. via remote participation on the application of Gunnar Holdings, LLC, 30 Railroad St., Revere, MA 02151 seeking permission from the Revere City Council to operate a commercial parking lot (220 parking spaces) on Lot A at 144 Railroad Street. A copy of the aforementioned proposed plan and application of the City Clerk, Revere City Hall, Revere, Massachusetts, Monday through Thursday from 8:15 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and Friday from 8:15 A.M. to 12:15 P.M. In accordance with an Executive Order issued on March 12, 2020 by Governor Baker, the public hearing as advertised will be held remotely. Remote meeting participation information will be published on the City Council agenda at least 48 hours in advance of the public hearing, not including weekends or holidays at www.revere.org/calendar. Alternatively, commentary on this public hearing may be submitted in writing to amelnik@revere.org or by Revere, MA 02151. Attest: Ashley E. Melnik City Clerk July 10 & 17, 2020 AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE Is your vehicle ready for the Summer Season?!! Recharge your vehicle's AC for the warm weather! Includes up to 1 LB. of Refrigerant* (*Most Vehicles/Some Restrictions May Apply) AC SPECIAL Only $69.95 DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! 2012 FORD FUSION SEL 2015 NISSAN ALTIMA 6 Cylinder, Auto., 1 Previous Owner, Most Pwr., Options incl. Keyless Entry, & Pwr. Sunroof. Only 110K Miles! 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A student is placed on the Dean’s List for the semester if an average grade of 3.20 or better is attained and the student is attending the university full time. cil Meeting, Zoning Sub-committee, Appointments Subcommittee and the Mayor’s latest COVID-19 Town Hall with Dr.
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