Angela Guarino-Sawaya Announces Reelection Bid as City Councilor, Ward 5

Angela Guarino-Sawaya, the incumbent City Councilor for Ward 5, is honored to be running unopposed this year as she seeks reelection to continue representing the residents and neighborhoods of Revere. Over the past two years, Councilor Guarino-Sawaya has demonstrated a strong commitment to addressing local concerns, improving quality of life, and working collaboratively with city officials and community partners.

“I’m honored to serve Ward 5 and grateful for the trust residents have placed in me,” said Guarino-Sawaya. “My work is driven by a simple principle: to listen to residents, understand their concerns, and deliver results that make a real difference in their daily lives.”

A Record of Tangible Accomplishments and Community Advocacy

Throughout her first term, Councilor Guarino-Sawaya has focused on hands-on, resident-centered solutions to neighborhood issues, from infrastructure improvements to community well-being initiatives. Some highlights include:

• Protecting Neighborhoods from Disruption: Worked alongside the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) to ensure that the installation of the new pipeline caused minimal disruption to Ward 5 residents and their quality of life.
• Holding Utility Companies Accountable: Took a strong stand against National Grid when they failed to provide adequate notice to residents regarding job sites and street work, even stopping work when proper communication wasn’t provided. She also fought persistently to ensure timely repairs of streetlights and the installation of protective screens to improve neighborhood safety and comfort.
• Improving Parking Access: Advocated for residents by helping secure resident-only parking permits and the installation of handicap parking poles directly in front of homes to improve accessibility for those who need it most.
• Removing 24/7 Parking in Riverside: Played a key role in pushing through the removal of round-the-clock parking in Riverside, responding to residents’ concerns about congestion and preserving the quality of life in the neighborhood.
• Preserving Community Spaces: Successfully fought to keep the community garden operational year-round, despite efforts to shut it down, recognizing the garden’s importance as a green space and community hub.
• Day-to-Day Quality of Life Improvements: Worked diligently to address everyday concerns, ensuring broken sidewalks were fixed, streets paved, driveways properly marked, and public lights maintained.
• Supporting Environmental Sustainability: Partnered with city officials to bring composting programs to Revere, promoting environmental responsibility and waste reduction in the community.
• Advocating for Health and Equity: Collaborated with Councilor Juan Jaramillo to ensure feminine hygiene products are available free of charge in all city buildings, championing equity and dignity for all residents.
• Emergency Preparedness: Worked alongside Mayor Patrick Keefe to distribute sandbags to Ward 5 residents during storms, helping families prepare for and mitigate storm damage.
• Promoting Culture and Community Spirit: Partnered with the city’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) office to organize Italian Heritage Month in both 2023 and 2024, celebrating the rich culture of the community. Additionally, Guarino-Sawaya successfully brought back and organized the annual Revere Christmas Parade, restoring a beloved holiday tradition.
• Supporting Local Schools, Organizations, and Families: Donated to schools, sports teams, teachers, and local businesses that make Revere great. Provided assistance to families in need, ensuring support reaches those who need it most.

Looking Ahead: Priorities for the Next Term

If reelected, Councilor Guarino-Sawaya plans to build on this strong foundation by focusing on several key priorities:

• Fighting for Union Jobs: Advocating for good-paying union jobs to support working families and strengthen the local economy.
• Continued Infrastructure Improvements: Ensuring that Ward 5 streets, sidewalks, lighting, and other public amenities are maintained and improved.
• Expanding Green and Community Spaces: Supporting initiatives to protect and create parks, gardens, and recreational areas for all residents.
• Promoting Transparency and Resident Engagement: Enhancing communication between the City Council and residents to ensure their voices are heard and their concerns addressed promptly.
• Supporting Vulnerable Residents: Continuing to advocate for accessible parking, disability accommodations, and equitable city services.
• Strengthening Community and Cultural Events: Continuing to support and organize events that celebrate Revere’s diversity and foster community pride.

A Commitment to Serve

“As your councilor, I believe in showing up every day and standing up for the people I represent,” said Guarino-Sawaya. “Being the Ward 5 Councilor is both rewarding and challenging, but I’ve built strong working relationships with every department in the city. I commend our city employees for the incredible work they do to help councilors succeed — especially the dedicated members of our Department of Public Works. I truly don’t know what I would do without them.”

She added, “I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together, but there is still more to do. I only wish there were more hours in the day so I can dedicate even more time to our residents. I ask for your continued support so I can keep fighting for Ward 5 — for safer streets, cleaner neighborhoods, stronger families, and a community where everyone feels heard and valued.”