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Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City Council of Fall River Regular Meeting
The City Council meeting addressed multiple administrative and legislative items, including the confirmation of reappointments to the Cultural Council and Historical Commission. The Council reviewed the Fiscal Year 2026 Quarterly Budget Report and authorized a $10 million loan order for street improvements. Discussions were held regarding an online auction for surplus city property, updates to traffic ordinances and handicapped parking, and a policy regarding the retention of outside legal counsel. Further resolutions included conducting a financial analysis for solid waste and recycling carts, establishing fees for after-the-fact curb removal, enhancing financial transparency via a public portal, conducting a compensation study, and reviewing speeding enforcement practices. The Council also processed various licensing requests for auto repair shops, pole installations, and curb removals.
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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.
Aug 11, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Fall River City Council Public Hearing And Committee Meeting
The meeting began with a public hearing covering an auto body license application, pole location installations, and a request for curb removal. The Finance Committee subsequently met to provide a citation recognizing a student for her community fundraising efforts following a local fire. Additionally, the committee addressed citizen concerns regarding road maintenance, safety, and jurisdictional issues surrounding Green Leaf Street and Judge Street, with plans to refer the matter to the public works and transportation committee for further review.
Jul 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Fall River City Council Special Meeting
The meeting addressed several key agenda items. During the citizens' input session, community members raised concerns regarding school transportation funding in the budget and discussed allegations regarding the mayor's interactions with the superintendent. The council subsequently adopted a memorandum of agreement regarding the use of outside legal counsel. Finally, the council initiated a discussion on the proposed fiscal year 2027 municipal budget general fund appropriation order.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
