Legislation Details

File #: 26-157    Version: 1
Type: Motion Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 7/21/2026 In control: City Council
On agenda: 7/27/2026 Final action:
Title: Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya: That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to direct the Animal Control Officer, and in the absence of the Animal Control Officer, Revere Police officers, to proactively enforce all applicable state laws and city ordinances regarding excessive and habitual dog barking that disturbs the peace and quiet enjoyment of neighboring properties. Further, that officers be authorized to issue warnings, citations, and fines, where appropriate, to property owners who repeatedly allow dogs to bark continuously after complaints have been made, in an effort to address this ongoing neighborhood nuisance and improve residents’ quality of life.
Sponsors: Angela Guarino-Sawaya
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Motion presented by Councillor Guarino-Sawaya:  That the Mayor request the Chief of Police to direct the Animal Control Officer, and in the absence of the Animal Control Officer, Revere Police officers, to proactively enforce all applicable state laws and city ordinances regarding excessive and habitual dog barking that disturbs the peace and quiet enjoyment of neighboring properties. Further, that officers be authorized to issue warnings, citations, and fines, where appropriate, to property owners who repeatedly allow dogs to bark continuously after complaints have been made, in an effort to address this ongoing neighborhood nuisance and improve residents’ quality of life.