The meeting focused on an analysis of investment performance for the Employee Retirement System portfolio and various city trust funds, specifically addressing recent market volatility and investment strategies. The Board discussed a proposed initiative ordinance and the engagement of independent legal counsel to provide an analysis of its potential implications. Additionally, the Board addressed administrative matters regarding the scheduling of future meetings.
Aug 11, 2026·Board meeting
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The Board meeting included several key actions: the election of a new Chairperson and the opening of various bids for departments such as Housing and Human Services, Parks, Public Property, and Public Works. The Board addressed numerous communications, including recommendations for contract approvals, extensions, and amendments across various City departments. Key items included contract approvals for police equipment, asphalt materials, sports equipment, and legal services, alongside the approval of multiple piggyback agreements and change orders for construction projects. The meeting concluded with the referral of specific bids for later action and the approval of future advertisements.
Jul 30, 2026·Board meeting
Providence City Council Special Meeting
The City Council conducted a special meeting to address several key resolutions and administrative matters. Key actions included the confirmation of the appointment of the new Purchasing Agent for the Providence Public School Department. The Council approved a resolution to place a local initiative ordinance regarding municipal investment divestment on the general election ballot. Furthermore, the Council authorized the issuance of up to $140,000,000 in General Obligation bonds for the improvement of school facilities, as well as the issuance of bonds by the Providence Public Buildings Authority for capital projects and neighborhood infrastructure. The meeting also included a moment of remembrance for a former mayor.
Jul 16, 2026·Board meeting
City of Providence City Council Regular Council Meeting
The City Council meeting covered a range of municipal business, including the appointment of an alternate member to the Green and Complete Streets Advisory Council. Several resolutions concerning the transfer of city properties to the Providence Redevelopment Agency were referred to the Committee on City Property. The Council passed several zoning ordinances, including amendments for property located on Killingly Street, Governor Street, and North Main Street, as well as the expansion of the Providence College Institutional Zone. Furthermore, the Council established the 'Providence 8 Law Qualifications' and 'The Providence Build Act,' both of which pertain to affordable housing tax stabilization and compliance. Finally, the Council approved comprehensive amendments to the city's procurement and contract ordinances, modernizing rules for competitive bidding, sole-source vendors, and emergency purchasing.
