“Good evening, friends and neighbors of Ward 1. My name is Jim Mercurio, and Beachmont has been my family’s home for more than a century. I grew up riding bikes on Crescent Avenue, playing Little League games at McMackin Field, and watching my parents, Claude and Edith, lend a helping hand to anyone who knocked on our door. That spirit of service still guides every decision I make.”
“This campaign isn’t about politics; it’s about people. It’s about the single mom on Endicott Ave who needs reliable bus service that actually runs on schedule. It’s about the retired firefighter worried that rising taxes will force him out of the home he built with sweat and overtime. It’s about high-school seniors who deserve modern classrooms and safe streets so their dreams reach beyond graduation day.”
“If you elect me Ward 1 Councilor, my first priority is growth with balance. New development must protect the character of Ward 1, keep housing affordable for longtime residents, and contribute to infrastructure—whether that means fixing storm drains, repaving cracked roads, or adding green space everyone can enjoy.”
“With a mother who dedicated more than three decades to Revere Public Schools, I understand commitment. I’ll secure modern equipment, ensure fair staffing, and promote community-policing that fosters trust—not tension—between officers and neighbors.”
“From Broadway to Winthrop Ave to Revere Beach, small businesses stitch our city together. I’ll stand with them—simplifying permits, cutting red tape, and launching ‘Keep It in Revere’ so every dollar turns over right here.”
“Traffic and parking? I’ve been stuck on Revere Beach Parkway at rush hour just like you. I’ll work with state partners to synchronize lights, enforce speed limits near schools, and create flexible resident-parking zones so you’re not circling the block after a long shift. We’ll add safer crosswalks and bike lanes so drivers, walkers, and cyclists share the road with respect.”
“Revere is more than where I live—it’s who I am. With your ideas, your trust, and your vote, we’ll protect our history and build an even brighter future for Ward 1. Let’s keep Ward 1 strong, welcoming, and uniquely ours—together.”
— Jim Mercurio, lifelong Beachmont resident, small-business owner, candidate for Ward 1 Councilor