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THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 Page 3 ZBA backs latest version of Bagel Bin, Shirley Avenue development By Adam Swift T he Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) has approved the latest plan that will bring back the popular Bagel Bin to Shirley Avenue. The popular local landmark was destroyed by a fire in July 2019. Last fall, the ZBA approved multiple variances for local developer Jamie Russo that would have brought the Bagel Bin back, along with a 76-unit residential development at 207-209 Shirley Ave. and 124 Centennial Ave. However, the purchase and sale agreement with the owners of 124 Centennial Ave. fell through, forcing Russo to bring a smaller project with 44 residential units to the Shirley Avenue parcels. “The project … is essentially the previously approved project, but on the smaller footprint of the Shirley Avenue parcel,” said Attorney Kari-Ann Greene, representing Russo. “If you cut the previously approved project ELECTIONS | FROM Page 1 Powers is a lifelong Revere resident who has served three times as the City Council President and touts himself as a full-time City Councillor. “I pledge to remain accessible to all Revere citizens, easily reachable, and unfailingly responsive to anyone who needs my assistance, who has a question or concern, or who just wants his or her voice heard,” said Powers when he announced his reelection bid. Powers has been a long-time advocate of the new Point of Pines Fire Station and has stated that he has worked hard on a new vision for the Riverfront district, as well as infrastructure and playground improvements in his ward. Fiore is also a former City Council President, who was fi rst elected at the age of 22 and then stepped down at 31 to raise his family. After more than two decades, he is looking to return to the City Council. Fiore said he backed opening the Beachmont and Point of Pines Fire Stations more than two decades ago when they were both fulWard 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky said he supports the project, as he has the previous iterations brought forward by IRA NOVOSELSKY Ward 2 Councillor along the boundary line between the Shirley Avenue and Centennial Avenue parcels, it is the same unit count as was on the proper project for the Shirley Avenue portion of that project. This remains a great project for the city and will help to further revitalize the Shirley Avenue area and bring back the Bagel Bin to the location.” ly functional. He has stated that there have been numerous delays in getting the new Point of Pines Station built. He has also spoken out against overdevelopment in Ward 5 that has led to traffi c congestion and a diminished quality of life. Majano is of Salvadoran origin and has lived in Revere for over a decade. He stated that the two major problems in the ward are flooding and traffic and that he will work together with the planning and parking departments and the Traffi c Commission to promote viable solutions. Majano said he will also fi ght for better schools and support businesses, homeowners and residents. Clark is a lifelong Point of Pines resident and served as commodore of the Point of Pines Yacht Club for nine years. He stated that the rate of change and the detriments that come with change, such as stress on schools, public safety, traffi c and parking, are beginning to overwhelm the neighborhoods of Ward 5. As a Councillor, Clark said, he will listen to residents and keep them informed about the programs and projects that directly impact them. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma Russo. “A lot of us are excited about the Bagel Bin coming back, and this is just another piece of the Shirley Avenue revitalization, which is well underway,” said City Council President Anthony Zambuto. “I’ve heard many comments from people passing through the city who used to live here, and they just love it and we love it, and this is another fi nishing touch to the Shirley Avenue revitalization.” City Economic Development Director Robert O’Brien said the project continues to have the backing of the city’s administration. “This is a very worthy project in a very critical location, and we all can’t wait for the Bagel Bin to come back,” said O’Brien. The ZBA unanimously voted to grant the variances needed to move the project forward. Lawrence A. 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