The City Council meeting addressed various municipal matters, including the confirmation of the appointment of the City Administrator and a reconsideration request regarding a Zoning Map Amendment petition. Discussions involved the Route 79/Davol Street Corridor redevelopment, updates on the demolition of the former Police Station, and the approval of various traffic ordinance amendments, including new handicap parking designations and removals. The Council also handled several citations, authorized a loan order for repairs to the Third Street Parking Garage, and adopted resolutions related to noise code amendments and the creation of an Ad-Hoc School Transportation Committee. Additionally, various permit applications for structure installations and licenses were reviewed and processed.
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The City Council meeting agenda addresses several public hearings regarding curb removal requests and the licensing of a second-hand article store. Key financial discussion items include a budget transfer for the Fire Department, the adoption of a continuing appropriation budget for Fiscal Year 2027, and the establishment of a PEG Access and Cable Related Fund. The Council will review proposed ordinances concerning solid waste collection, traffic and parking regulations, and salary schedules for municipal employees. Additionally, resolutions regarding the city's contract renewal authority, the creation of a School Transportation Committee, flooding mitigation, and the installation of AEDs in city parks are scheduled for consideration.
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.
