THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2023 Page 23 Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com BUYER1 Park, Jungsoon Xu, Qihong BUYER2 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS SELLER1 SELLER2 Roh, Claire H Mosack Michael J Est Holland Jr, Donald DEBATE | FROM Page 18 went home,” said Keefe, predicting that Rizzo will lose and disappear again. Rizzo repeatedly coupled Keefe with former Mayor Arrigo, saying they were responsible for a residential building boom that has compromised the quality of life in Revere with overcrowding of neighborhoods, roads and schools. On the new high school, Keefe once again said he supports a school on the Wonderland site. He said it is now clear that building on the existing site would cost millions more than anticipated; athletic fi elds would be lost until 2030; and the massive construction site would be a problem for students and the neighborhood. He also raised the specter of eminent domain, saying if he lived in that neighborhood, he would want the city to take his house rather than living through years of construction. Rizzo criticized Keefe for trying to scare residents about em............. # 1 inent domain takings when the project’s senior manager has said there would be no eminent domain takings in the neighborhood. Rizzo has usually focused his opposition to the Wonderland plan on fi nances, saying the city needs a fi nancially responsible plan for the school. However, during the debate he also stressed that a school at Wonderland would mean channeling thousands of students and parents into that section of the city during the morning commute. “It would be a public safety nightmare for kids,” he said. He also insisted that the high school was built where it is because it’s centrally located and Revere should keep it that way. During part of the debate involving questions from members of the community, Keefe and Rizzo were asked what would be their fi rst priority as mayor. “I would make sure the police and fi re departments have the resources needed to do their jobs,” said Rizzo, adding that public works and ambulance services also need upgrades. “The new Point of Pines fire “Experience and knowledge Provide the Best Service” The Best Agents provide the Best Results! walk-up attic, playroom in lower level, garage, fenced yard, great bedrooms, eat-in kitchen with granite counters, hardwood Mosack, John R station is a necessity because of the development Keefe and the former administration allowed to happen. They were happy to sit back and watch the city grow but they could care less about the services provided to those of us who have lived here for a long time,” said Rizzo. Keefe said his first priority would be moving forward with a decision on the high school. However, he agreed with Rizzo that something needs to be done about ambulance service. Keefe then asked Rizzo if he had received any donations from Cataldo, the ambulance company that services Revere. When Rizzo answered that he had, Keefe and his supporters responded as if it were a direct hit. But Rizzo quickly shot back, telling Keefe, “You’re too busy taking [donations] from developers.” The Revere High Speech and Debate Team questioned the candidates about their plans to foster free speech and expression in Revere. Keefe said he intends to embrace the city’s entire population and have their collective voice heard. “My oppoADDRESS 495 Revere Beach Blvd #104 383 Revere Beach Blvd #4 nent wishes you would shut up,” added Keefe. Rizzo said he wasn’t sure what Keefe was talking about. “I’m confused and obviously he’s confused,” said Rizzo, who went on to explain that he values free speech. He spoke about how he developed a program for residents new to Revere during his administration because he recognized the city was growing more diverse. He added that Arrigo shut down the program when he won the 2015 election. Keefe and Rizzo were also asked about their hiring process and if it would be open and transparent. Keefe said his approach to hiring – he recently added fi ve employees to the public works department – already demonstrated those qualities. He added that Rizzo tried to stop him from hiring anyone while he was the acting mayor. “He was afraid I would appoint all my buddies because that’s what he does; that’s what he did and that’s what he’ll continue to do for the next four years,” said Keefe. But Rizzo responded that Keefe was trying to distract and distort DATE PRICE 10.02.23 354000 10.05.23 215000 his record. “We built a new stadium, a new school, new Little League fi elds. The only thing he and his predecessor have done is build new apartments,” said Rizzo, adding that he has a record of accomplishments while Keefe has a record of accepting donations from developers. The candidates were also asked for the one word that best describes Revere. Rizzo, who answered fi rst, said “special.” He said the strength of the city is in its people, who are from all diff erent social, cultural and economic backgrounds. “I believe in Revere, unlike my opponent, who says he believes in Revere. He believes in what’s good for him not what is good for the people. I’ve always been on the side of the people.” Keefe’s one word to describe Revere was “beautiful.” He listed some of the city’s natural resources and stressed the diverse population. “Revere is beautiful and we should welcome everybody in with a big hug. I love Revere, I believe in Revere and thank you, Mr. Rizzo, for believing in Revere as well,” said Keefe. 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