The Council discussed and acted upon the warrant for the state election and reviewed communications regarding the Route 79/Davol Street procurement. Key agenda items included the approval of an audit invoice, the appropriation of funds to the PEG Access and Cable Related Fund, and the referral of property claims. Several ordinances were addressed, involving nuisance properties, traffic regulations such as handicapped parking and loading zones, and the Police Chief appointment. A $10,000,000 loan order for the construction and improvement of city streets was also adopted.
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The agenda focuses on critical financial and administrative matters, including a $10,000,000 loan order for the construction and improvement of city streets and a resolution to conduct a financial analysis of solid waste and recycling operations. The council is set to review the Fiscal Year 2026 Quarter 4 Budget Report, discuss a revised policy for the engagement of outside legal counsel, and approve the warrant for the upcoming State Election. Further topics include potential amendments to the nuisance properties ordinance, the processing of various claims against the city, and oversight of the Route 79/Davol Street procurement project.
Apr 28, 2026·Board meeting
City of Fall River City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting addressed multiple administrative and budgetary matters. Key discussions included the investigation of the local police department and the decision to refer related press releases to the Committee on Public Safety. The Council adopted orders related to setting a 25-mph speed limit in business districts and accepting a donation of a search-and-rescue dog. There was extensive deliberation regarding appropriations from Community Preservation Act funds and the distribution of surplus revenue to various city departments, including facilities, police, fire, and emergency services. Additionally, the Council addressed ordinance amendments for traffic and parking, reviewed license renewals for local businesses, approved drainlayer applications, and appointed a designee to the Solid Waste Selection Committee.
Apr 28, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Fall River City Council Revised Agenda
The agenda includes meetings for the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation, the Committee on Finance, and the Regular Meeting of the City Council. Key discussion topics involve funding strategies for roadway improvements, joint meeting priorities for Community Preservation Act funding, establishment of 25-mph speed limits, acceptance of a donation for a search-and-rescue dog, and review of the Year Two Annual Action Plan. Additionally, the agenda covers various budget appropriations, a waterfront/housing development expansion proposal, a municipal waste contract award, financial audits, traffic ordinance amendments, and various license renewals for pawnbrokers, auto repair, and auto body shops.
