Business and Development Committee 10-14-25

Governing Body: City Council's Committee on Community Business Development Meeting Type: Committee Meeting Meeting Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 Time: 6:45 p.m.

Attendees:

• Councilor Mark Casey
• Councilor Eland
• Councilor Holly Garcia
• Councilor Wayne Matewsky

Executive Summary: The City Council's Committee on Community Business Development convened to consider a petition for a new auto repair license. The committee reviewed the application from Romero Auto Repair, located at 2081 Revere Beach Parkway, and discussed the applicant's experience, proposed operations, and community impact. Following a discussion and a motion for favorable action, the committee unanimously approved the petition, recommending it to the full City Council.

Petitioner: Councilor Stephanie Martins, President, on behalf of Romero Auto Repair. Location: 2081 Revere Beach Parkway. Request: A new auto repair license.

Discussion:

• Motion to Invite Petitioner: A motion was made and seconded to invite Mr. Romero, the petitioner, to address the committee.
• Applicant's Background:
  • Mr. Romero confirmed the business would retain the name "Andre Auto Service."
  • He stated this is his first business, but he has extensive experience working at this specific location for his cousin, the previous owner.
  • The business is being transferred from his cousin to him.
• Location History and Operations:
  • Councilor Matewsky noted the location has been an auto service business for approximately 25 years, previously a gas station.
  • The previous owners had a positive reputation with no reported issues.
  • The property is permitted to park approximately nine cars.
  • Mr. Romero clarified that the business will focus on tires and mechanical work (engine and transmission repairs).
  • He explicitly stated there would be no bodywork or spray painting conducted on site.
  • The gas tanks from its previous use as a gas station have been removed.
• Hours of Operation:
  • Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Community Expectations:
  • Councilors emphasized the importance of maintaining a clean and well-managed operation, citing the nearby European Motors as an example.
  • Councilor Matewsky highlighted the residential nature of the surrounding neighborhood (Lewis Street, Gladstone Street, Paris, and Bailey) and the influx of new residents on Revere Beach Parkway.
  • Councilor Matewsky expressed confidence in Mr. Romero due to his familial connection to the previous successful operation and his prior work experience at the location.
• Public Comment Summary: (No public comments were recorded in the transcript.)

Outcome of Vote:

• Motion: Councilor Matewsky made a motion for favorable action on the petition.
• Second: The motion was seconded.
• Vote:
  • For: 4 (Councilor Mark Casey, Councilor Eland, Councilor Holly Garcia, Councilor Wayne Matewsky)
  • Against: 0
  • Abstentions: 0
• Decision: The motion for favorable action passed unanimously.

Outcome of Vote:

• Motion: A motion to adjourn was made.
• Second: The motion was seconded.
• Vote:
  • For: 4 (Councilor Mark Casey, Councilor Eland, Councilor Holly Garcia, Councilor Wayne Matewsky)
  • Against: 0
  • Abstentions: 0
• Decision: The motion to adjourn passed unanimously.