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Debate at Revere council over political-sign rules; at least one resident calls ordinance unconstitutional
Summary
Councilors and residents debated a city ordinance restricting political signs (9.12.0.03). One speaker said the ordinance is unconstitutional and warned of litigation; council discussed enforcement responsibilities and practicality of removal timing.
Councilors and residents debated whether to retain or amend a city ordinance that regulates the placement and duration of political signs (noted in the meeting as ordinance 9.12.0.03). A public commenter said the ordinance is not constitutional and warned it could expose the city to litigation; the commenter also urged that people have a right to keep signs in place and questioned enforcement.
Members discussed enforcement roles, noting that the police department and ISD have responsibilities for different violations, and expressed differing policy views about whether the city should maintain a time-limited rule that could require sign removal after an election. One councilor said enforcement has historically been uneven and expressed reluctance to rely on police departments for sign removal.
The discussion did not produce a final vote on repeal or amendment; the item remained under debate and would return for further consideration.
