Fall River public meetings in 2020
25 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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The Fall River City Council will consider a $483,388 loan order for the Cathy Assad Tot Lot and Playground renovation. The meeting also includes discussions on uncompleted subdivisions and several proposed ordinances regarding traffic and utility fees.
- $483,388 loan order for Cathy Assad Tot Lot and Playground renovations
- Proposed ordinance for a stop intersection on Bark Street
- Proposed ordinance establishing a fee schedule for utility poles
- Acceptance of Barrows Street, Chestnut Hill Drive, and Estes Lane
- Proposed ordinances regarding compensation for the Director of Community Maintenance
City Council
The City Council will consider a proposal to transfer the Bank Street Armory from the City to the Fall River Redevelopment Authority for future development. The agenda also includes confirming an appointment to the Licensing Board and discussing a grant for playground renovations. Additionally, several public hearings regarding curb removal requests are scheduled.
- Proposed ownership transfer of Bank Street Armory to Fall River Redevelopment Authority
- Confirmation of Timothy P. McCoy to the Licensing Board
- PARC Grant resolution for Cathy Assad Tot Lot and Playground renovation
- Public hearings for curb removal requests at 37 Seaview Street, 207 Stafford Road, and 1641 Stafford Road
- Traffic Commission recommendations for amendments to traffic ordinances
Revised)
The City Council will review several budget changes, including a $1,000,000 reduction in school transportation funding. The meeting also includes proposals to appropriate over $1.1 million for state assessments and insurance, as well as a $250,000 transfer for new police vehicles.
- $1,000,000 reduction from the School Transportation Appropriation
- $1,194,155 appropriation for education, insurance, and state assessments
- $250,000 transfer to the Capital Project Fund for police vehicles
- Orders to abolish the Board of Police and the Board of Fire Commissioners
- Public hearing for an auto repair shop license at 703 Brayton Avenue
City Council
The Finance Committee will discuss 2019 audit findings and a proposed soils management project. The City Council will also consider several appointments and the transfer of the Bank Street Armory to the Redevelopment Authority.
- Confirmation of David J. Marciello as City Administrator
- Transfer of 72 Bank Street Armory to Fall River Redevelopment Authority
- Proposed ordinance for a utility pole fee schedule
- Conservation restrictions at 861 Indian Town Road and Yellow Hill Road
- Discussion of the 2019 Year End Independent Audit findings
City Council
The City Council will consider proposed increases to traffic fees and fines alongside new parking meter zones. Members will also vote on appointments to the Sewer Commission and a $17,000 appropriation for local projects. Additionally, committees will discuss using city-owned assets for advertising.
- Proposed ordinance for new parking meter zones and increased traffic fees and fines
- $17,000 CPA appropriation for Quequechan River Rail Trail and Little Theatre of Fall River
- Confirmation of Renee M. Howayeck and Nadilio D. Almeida to the Sewer Commission
- $54,900 appropriation for Bioreserve Conservation Land Acquisition
- Proposed ordinance for stop intersections at Bark Street and Reservoir Street
City Council
The City Council will consider several requests from the Mayor, including tax incentive agreements for industrial and residential projects. The council will also vote on rescinding a $40,441,630 appropriation for September. Other agenda items include board appointments and curb removal requests.
- TIF agreement for Hutchens Holding III, LLC's $20 million warehouse project
- TIF agreement for JNK Realty, LLC's $13.5 million residential development at 1168 Highland Avenue
- Rescission of the September Continuing Appropriation Budget of $40,441,630
- Curb removal requests for properties on Bayview Street and Eastern Avenue
- Confirmation of appointments to the Board of Election Commissioners and Cultural Council
City Council
The Fall River City Council will review the Mayor's proposed $312,689,650.00 budget for Fiscal Year 2021. The agenda includes public hearings for several curb removal requests and a new utility pole location on Pleasant Street. The Council will also consider various ordinances regarding traffic and solid waste.
- Mayor's $312,689,650.00 appropriation order for Fiscal Year 2021
- Public hearings for curb removals at 403 Albert Street and 54 Bedard Street
- New pole location request by Massachusetts Electric Company on Pleasant Street
- Renewal of contract with Roselli, Clark and Associates for the FY2020 audit
- Confirmation of appointments to the Housing Authority and Traffic Commission
City Council
The Fall River City Council will consider the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Municipal Budget. The council will also address a request from the Mayor to rescind the continuing appropriation budgets for July and August of Fiscal Year 2021.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Municipal Budget
- Establishing spending limits for FY2021 revolving funds
- Rescinding $24,750,167 July continuing appropriation budget
- Rescinding $17,589,240 August continuing appropriation budget
CANCELLED
The scheduled special meeting of the Fall River City Council was cancelled. The agenda included the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Municipal Budget and a request from the Mayor to rescind July and August continuing appropriation budgets.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Municipal Budget
- Establishing spending limits for FY 2021 Revolving Funds
- Rescinding $24,750,167 July continuing appropriation budget
- Rescinding $17,589,240 August continuing appropriation budget
CANCELLED
The scheduled special meeting of the Fall River City Council for August 26, 2020, was cancelled. The agenda included the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Municipal Budget and a request to rescind July and August appropriation budgets.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2021 Municipal Budget
- Establishing spending limits for FY2021 revolving funds
- Rescinding July ($24,750,167) and August ($17,589,240) appropriation budgets
City Council
The City Council will consider the Mayor's proposed $280.8 million general fund budget for Fiscal Year 2021. The agenda also includes discussions on school bus transportation contracts and community preservation funds. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding an auto repair shop license.
- Proposed FY21 Municipal Budget of $280.8 million
- Five-year contract for school bus transportation totaling $2,603,982.00 for the first year
- Sale of former Police Station at 458 Bedford Street to Wetherfield, LLC for $10,000
- Appropriation of $871,150.00 from Community Preservation Act funds for FY 2021 projects
- Public hearing for an auto repair shop license at 673 Bedford Street
Revised)
The City Council will vote on several financial orders, including a large appropriation for Community Preservation Act projects and year-end budget obligations. The agenda also includes discussions regarding water and sewer rates and a five-year school bus transportation contract. Public hearings are scheduled to address utility pole relocations and curb removals.
- Appropriation of $986,150 from Community Preservation Act funds for FY 2021 projects
- Proposed five-year contract with Whaling City Transit, Inc. for school bus transportation
- Appropriation order of $480,000 for FY 2020 year-end obligations
- Proposed ordinances for FY 2021 water and sewer rates
- Public hearings regarding utility pole relocations and curb removals
City Council
The Fall River City Council will review a $2,745,847 appropriation for fiscal year 2020 year-end obligations. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding new utility pole locations and the consideration of several mayoral appointments.
- $2,745,847 appropriation order for FY20 year-end obligations
- New utility pole locations on Harrison Street and Quarry Street
- Acceptance of appliances and furniture gift from American Freight to the Fire Department
- Request for authorization to enact a Compost Recycling Program
- Confirmation of appointments to the Redevelopment Authority, Board of Appeals, and Board of Park Commissioners
City Council
The Fall River City Council will review a $4,858,085.00 loan order for Phase 20 Water System Improvements and several five-year school bus transportation contracts. The agenda also includes public hearings for AT&T telecommunications pole attachments and the appointment of Jeffrey Cardoza as Chief of Police.
- $4,858,085.00 loan order for Phase 20 Water System Improvements
- Five-year school bus contracts with Tremblay’s, Amaral, and Fisher Bus
- Appointment of Jeffrey Cardoza as Chief of Police
- AT&T petitions for pole attachments and underground conduits at various locations
- Boundary amendment for the Waterfront/Downtown HD Zone to include 1168 Highland Avenue
City Council
The City Council will review a $4,858,085 loan order for Phase 20 Water Systems Improvements and the proposed FY21 Water and Sewer budgets. The agenda also includes public hearings for curb removal requests and updates from the Mayor regarding COVID-19.
- $4,858,085 loan order for Phase 20 Water Systems Improvements
- Proposed FY21 Budget for Water and Sewer Divisions
- Curb removal requests at 1035 Bay Street, 26 Hiram Street, and 468 Tucker Street
- Proposed ordinances regarding traffic and floodplain boundaries
City Council
The City Council will review several priority matters, including a $1.2 million appropriation for schools and the appointment of Ian Schachne as Treasurer-Collector. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding curb removals and underground fuel storage licenses. Additionally, the council will consider utility easements and tax deadline extensions.
- Appropriation of $1,200,000 from State and County Assessments to the School Appropriation
- Appointment of Ian Schachne as Treasurer-Collector at an annual salary of $105,000
- Appropriation of $40,155 for Little Theatre of Fall River historic preservation
- Public hearing for fuel storage licenses at 372 Plymouth Avenue and 1101 North Main Street
- Utility easement request for the Waste Water Treatment Plant
City Council
The City Council will discuss proposed FY21 budgets for the Water and Sewer Divisions and the Emergency Management Division. The agenda includes discussions on COVID-19 related financial relief and several municipal appointments. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, citizen input must be submitted via email.
- Proposed FY21 budgets for Water and Sewer Divisions
- Proposed FY21 budget for Emergency Management Division
- Appropriation of $28,386.70 from EMS Stabilization Fund to Port Security Fund
- Appointment of William G. Kenney as City Planner at a salary of $85,000.00
- Proposed ordinance amendments for floodplain district boundaries and base flood elevation data
CANCELLED
The joint meeting of the City Council and School Committee scheduled for March 16, 2020, was cancelled. The purpose of the meeting was to allow the Mayor to deliver the State of the City Address.
- Mayor's State of the City Address
Joint Meeting
The City Council and Board of Assessors will hold a joint meeting. The purpose is for the Board of Assessors to provide an overview of the assessment of real property in Fall River.
- Overview of real property assessment in the City of Fall River
City Council
The City Council will consider a request to transfer $1,870,294 from the General Fund Stabilization Fund to the Employer Trust Fund and School Appropriation. The agenda also includes discussions regarding an EMS/Fire Department merger and a five-year transportation contract with Tremblay’s Bus Company, LLC.
- Appropriation of $1,870,294 from the General Fund Stabilization Fund to the Employer Trust Fund ($1,000,000) and School Appropriation ($870,294)
- Authorization for a five-year contract with Tremblay’s Bus Company, LLC for transportation services
- Confirmation of John Ferreira to the Community Preservation Committee
- Discussion on the status and timeframe of the proposed EMS/Fire Department merger
- Planning Board recommendations for the acceptance of Lynwood Street, Granite Street, Small Street, and Tone Street
Revised)
The City Council will conduct a public hearing for the Five Year Capital Improvement Plan and review the Five Year Financial Forecast. The agenda also includes mayoral appointments to various boards and discussions regarding police detail costs at Northeast Alternatives.
- Public hearing for the Five Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Resolution regarding responsibility for police details at Northeast Alternatives
- Mayor's requests to confirm appointments to Library Trustees and Board of Appeals
- Proposed ordinance regarding solid waste
- Committee discussion on former Police Station property
City Council
The City Council will review the Mayor's five-year Capital Improvement Plan and financial forecast. The agenda also includes funding requests for park improvements and various city appointments.
- $2,100,000 loan order for snow removal equipment
- $2,219,000 loan order for street repair
- $131,145 order for Abbot Court, Kennedy, and Maplewood Park improvements
- Proposed ordinance modification for EMT-Basic positions
- Confirmation of appointments to various city boards and commissions
City Council
The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2020 second quarter budget report and discuss completed streetscape projects. The agenda includes loan orders for snow removal equipment and street repairs. The council will also consider appointments to the Redevelopment Authority.
- $2,100,000 loan order for snow removal equipment
- $2,219,000 loan order for street repair and rescinding of previous streetscape orders
- Storage license for 48,000 gallons of underground gasoline/diesel at 64 Stevens Street
- Appointments to the Redevelopment Authority: Luis Gonsalves, John R. Erickson, and Joan Medeiros
- Curb removal requests for properties on Ash Street and Newton Street
City Council
The City Council will consider accepting foreclosed properties on Newhall, Spencer, and Dickinson Streets and review several municipal appointments. The Mayor will also provide an update on the upcoming Capital Improvement Plan submission. Additionally, the Finance Committee will address resident concerns regarding traffic and pollution near 999 William S. Canning Boulevard.
- Acceptance of deeds in lieu of foreclosure for Newhall Street, Spencer Street, and Dickinson Street parcels
- Mayor's communication regarding the Capital Improvement Plan
- Confirmation of appointments to the Planning Board, Board of Health, and Corporation Counsel
- Review of amendments to traffic ordinances recommended by the Traffic Commission
- Discussion on safety hazards from limited lighting on public streets
Organization of Government
The Fall River City Council will meet to organize the government for the year 2020. The meeting includes the election of a City Council President and Vice President. This session is held in conjunction with the inauguration of municipal officers.
- Election of City Council President
- Election of City Council Vice President