By Gerry Visconti
Revere emerged from the pandemic as the fastest growing city in the state. This rapid growth has coincided with inflation and cost of living increases that make it especially difficult for our seniors.
Our campaign believes this is one of the most urgent issues in this election. Our seniors have been left behind in the last eight years, while overdevelopment has been the priority of the previous administration.
At the same time, the previous administration raised taxes while offering the lowest tax exemptions for the most vulnerable among us.
As many of you know, my office is across the street from the Senior Center. I often drop by just to check in and talk. I can’t tell you how upsetting it is to hear so many of our seniors tell me they can’t afford to live here anymore. They can’t afford to stay in the city they love, with the people they love.
Our seniors built the foundation of this city.
Our seniors have had no one to fight for them.
If elected mayor, I will double the senior tax exemption to bring Revere in line with surrounding communities.
Our older residents living on fixed incomes are particularly vulnerable to financial challenges. This proposal will not only ease the financial burden on them but serve to recognize their invaluable contributions to the community over the years.
My administration will explore options for improvements to the Senior Center, and a new citywide Senior Shuttle Service to help with local transportation. In addition, we will be expanding 311 services and schedule to 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and working together with local business owners to incentivize a program offering a 10-percent Senior Citizen discount on goods and services.
Our seniors have been forgotten.
It’s time the city of Revere shows them the respect they deserve.Gerry Visconti is a Councillor-at-Large for the city of Revere, as well as a candidate for mayor in the upcoming election
