THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 Page 13 City of Revere Launches Phase 2 of Storefront and Signage Improvement Program for Broadway and Shirley Ave. Small Businesses Application Open Until September 9, 2023 REVERE, MA- The City of Revere’s Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) has launched Phase 2 of its Storefront and Signage Improvement Program. Through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), DPCD will grant up to $7,500.00 for signage improvements or up to $50,000.00 for exterior storefront improvements to eligible small business and commercial property owners in the Broadway and Shirley Avenue Business Districts. The grant award provides in-kind design consulting services and renderings from Urban Designers Gamble Associates and Omloop. Prior to fi lling out the Phase 2 application, it is strongly encouraged that all applicants read the program guidelines before applying. The application process will occur over several months with Grant Award Notifi cations to be announced no later than January 30th , 2024. Eligible Upgrades Eligible exterior upgrades and replacements projects proposal for storefronts can include • Exterior Painting • Removing inappropriate and or incompatible exteriors fi nishes and materials. • Restoring exterior finishes and materials • Installation of safety glass • Recessing/reconfi guring of existing storefront doors and entrances to meet ADA compliance. • Repairing or replacing existing storefront window systems • Exterior building signage and lighting • Repairing or replacement of existing awning Examples of eligible upgrades are illustrated in the City of Revere Commercial District Design Guidelines. GRANT PROCESS SCHEDULE The schedule of the grant process and deadlines for the submission of information by prospective applicants is outlined below. Applicants will receive notifi cation from DPCD staff regarding additional fi nancial and tenant information and other program notifi cations throughout the application process. Changes to the dates outlined below will be issued directly to the applicant by DPCD staff . • Program guidelines available 8/29/2023 • Program application open from 9/1/2023 to 9/15/2023 ~ LETTER TO THE EDITOR ~ Mr. Visconti; are you misguided or misleading the voters? Dear Candidate Visconti, On several occasions you’ve recently stated, as part of your campaign, do the Revere voters want 12 years of the same? I’m not sure whether your statement is misguided or intentionally misleading. To group Dan Rizzo in with what’s taken place over the last 8 years is simply incorrect. And beneath what you are capable of. Over the last two months I’ve spoken to many people regarding your candidacy. As part of those discussions, I’ve been very supportive of your abilities. In fact, I’ve stated to many people that you are the second-best choice, but you are not ready yet to be the city’s leader. You’re well spoken, intelligent and passionate about the city we live in. That’s why I’m disappointed in your statements regarding Dan Rizzo’s accomplishments. I’d expect statements like that from Acting Mayor Keefe but didn’t expect them from you. When you say, “over the last 12 years” what are you referring to? Do you mean apartments? Condominiums? It can’t be those because we both know Dan was against this type of commercial development. Could it be his lack of compassion during the most critical times in our city’s history? Nope, it can’t be that either because we both know how much he did for our residents during those times (the tornado, the crippling snow etc.). So, when you say over the past 12 years, I’m very confused. Can you explain? The fact is, during Dan Rizzo’s tenure as mayor he was focused on positive development that would bring jobs and revenue to the city. He was instrumental in bringing Market Basket to Revere, he was a key supporter of Harley Davidson and MOM’s Boston coming to Revere, and even though he was unable to see it through to fruition, he initiated the dialogue that ultimately brought the hotel at Wonderland. So, that’s why I feel you are either misguided or intentionally misleading the voters. As a voter and a fan of some of the work you’ve done, I was and am disappointed with your misguided and misleading statements. As someone who is looking to be the city’s leader you should be able to be honest and run on your accomplishments, and not by fabricating stories. Trying to get elected by disseminating inaccurate and intentionally misleading statements is best left for the bottom feeders. It’s beneath you and embarrassing to those who are supporting you and helping you. Best regards, Richard Ireton VOTE BOB HAAS for Councillor-at-Large NUMBER 8 ON THE BALLOT • Submission of requested financial or tenancy information from applicants 9/22/2023-10/9/2023. • Verifi cation of applicant’s program eligibility & introduction to design consultants 10/23/2023 to 10/31/2023 • Design consultations between applicants & Gamble Associates and Omloop Design to occur 11/1/2023 to 11/30/2023 • Submission by applicant of fi nal project scope, budget, and quotes from licensed contractor and or signage vendor by 1/15/2024 Prospective applicants can review the Storefront and Signage Improvement Program Phase 2 Guidelines, the City of Revere’s Commercial District Design Guidelines and samples of design renderings by Gamble & Associates and Omloop Designs for grant awardees of Phase 1 of this program by visiting Revere. org/smallbusiness
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