Encore casino & city relations
The council's relationship with Encore Boston Harbor: license renewals, local business participation, entertainment offerings, and communication with the city.
Everett Medal of Valor Ceremony for EPD Detective Dan Wall (Tuesday May 26, 2026)
Mayor Carlo DeMaria spoke about the city’s partnership with Encore Boston Harbor, saying the day’s chaotic events showed why collaboration between the city and Encore was important. The issue was discussed in the context of public safety and city relations, with no vote or formal action taken.
Full recap →Everett City Council (Monday April 27, 2026)
The council approved favorable action on renewal petitions for junk dealer, secondhand dealer, antiques, and precious metals licenses tied to businesses on 2nd Street and Revere Beach Parkway. Stephanie Smith, Holly Garcia, Peter Pietrantonio, Wayne Matewsky, and Katy Rogers all voted yes.
| Stephanie Smith | favorable action on petitions for renewal of junk dealer / secondhand dealer / antiques and precious metals licenses | yes |
| Holly Garcia | favorable action on petitions for renewal of junk dealer / secondhand dealer / antiques and precious metals licenses | yes |
| Katy Rogers | favorable action on petitions for renewal of junk dealer / secondhand dealer / antiques and precious metals licenses | yes |
| Peter Pietrantonio | favorable action on petitions for renewal of junk dealer / secondhand dealer / antiques and precious metals licenses | yes |
| Wayne Matewsky | favorable action on petitions for renewal of junk dealer / secondhand dealer / antiques and precious metals licenses | yes |
Everett City Council (Monday April 13, 2026)
The council considered a resolution seeking information from Encore about entertainment plans and outreach. Wayne Matewsky amended it to add Councilor Garcia as a co-sponsor, and Stephanie Smith then moved to refer the resolution to the respective parties, which was approved.
| Wayne Matewsky | amend the resolution to add Councilor Garcia as a co-sponsor | yes |
| Stephanie Smith | refer the resolution to the respective parties | yes |