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April 11, 2017
2 meetings this evening, 58 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Start my ballot →6:00 p.m. · Committee on Finance
Sources: Minutes (PDF, in the agenda packet where the council approved them)
Committee on Finance: committee votes are recommendations to the full council, which takes the final vote. About this committee
Attendance
Present: Shawn E. Cadime, Richard Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Steven A. Camara, Pamela S. Laliberte, Stephen R. Long, Raymond A. Mitchell, Linda M. Pereira, Cliff A. Ponte
Absent: None
During the meeting:
- Council President Shawn E. Cadime returned
14 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Dan Dupere, 80 Spencer Street - CDA Budget Carmen Richardi, 45 Rock Street - CDA Budget James Smith,.695 Pleasant Street - CDA Budget
To waive the rules to allow James Smith to finish his statement
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to waive the rules to allow James Smith to finish his statement.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Pereira)
To waive the rules to allow the following non Fall River resident to speak
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte it was unanimously voted to waive the rules to allow the following non Fall River resident to speak.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
Henry Vaillancourt, M.D., 159 Tickle Road, Westport, MA — CDA Budget
To waive the-rules to allow the following non Fall River resident to speak
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Linda M. Pereira and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell it was unanimously voted to waive the-rules to allow the following non Fall River resident to speak.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Mitchell)
Anne Hartnett, 20 Racine Avenue, Seekonk, MA — Parking Ticket
To waive the rules to allow citizen input to exceed 30 minutes
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to waive the rules to allow citizen input to exceed 30 minutes.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Ponte)
To waive the rules to allow Chief Lynch to finish his statement
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, it was unanimously voted to waive the rules to allow Chief Lynch to finish his statement.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Laliberte)
Anabela Oliveira, 179 No. Main Street - CDA Budget
To waive the rules to allow Anabela Oliveira to finish her statement
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to waive the rules to allow Anabela Oliveira to finish her statement.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Ponte)
2 Mayor and order for the acquisition of 0 Jefferson Street
To refer the matter to the full council for action
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to refer the matter to the full council for action.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
3 Order — CPA funding for an elevator at the Maritime Museum
To refer the matter to the full council for action
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to refer the matter to the full council for action.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
To take item #5 out of order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted to take item #5 out of order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
5 Resolution - Administration provide update on abandoned properties with overgrown weeds/trash
To fift the item from the table
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to fift the item from the table.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Long)
To refer the resolution to the full council for action
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was unanimously voted to refer the resolution to the full council for action.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Mitchell)
To take item #6 out of order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to take item #6 out of order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
4.5 That the Appropriation Order #2 from March 14, 2017 for transferring $150,000 from EMS STABILIZATION FUND to EMS CAPITAL EXPENDITURES be rescinded due to the clerical error — That the sum of $22,360 be transferred, and the same is, hereby
To table items #4A, 4B and 4C
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Ra ymond A. Mitchell, it was unanimously voted to table items #4A, 4B and 4C.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Mitchell)
4.4 That the Appropriation Order #2 from March 14, 2017 for transferring $150,000 from EMS STABILIZATION FUND to EMS CAPITAL EXPENDITURES be rescinded due to the clerical error — Resolution - Administration provide update regarding street ligh
To adjourn at 10:34 p.m
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 10:34 p.m.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Steven A. Camara)
7:00 p.m. · Fall River City Council · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda packet · City meeting page
Attendance
Present: Shawn E. Cadime, Richard Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Steven A. Camara, Pamela S. Laliberte, Stephen R. Long, Raymond A. Mitchell, Linda M. Pereira, Cliff A. Ponte
Absent: None
44 recorded votes, 10 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Priority Matters
Priority Matters
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet
To take item #6 out of order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to take item #6 out of order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
6 Mayor and proposed ordinance regarding personnel title and wage changes
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet
Refer the matter to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras and seconded by Councilor Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, it was unanimously voted refer the matter to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation.” (Motion: Cabeceiras, second: Laliberte)
To waive the rules to allow questions of the City Administrator and the Director of Financial Services
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to waive the rules to allow questions of the City Administrator and the Director of Financial Services.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
1 Mayor and veto of $20,000 transfer from Law Department Expenses to City Council Expenses
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet
That the item be laid on the table in accordance with the Charter
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cliff Ponte and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was unanimously voted that the item be laid on the table in accordance with the Charter.” (Motion: Ponte, second: Mitchell)
2 Mayor and veto of An Act Relative to the Disposal of Municipally Owned Property
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet
That the item be laid on the table in accordance with the Charter
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted that the item be laid on the table in accordance with the Charter.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
3 Mayor and resolution regarding Year Three Annual Action Plan
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Long, Mitchell, PereiraAbstained: Laliberte, Ponte, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Stephen R. Long and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was voted, 6 yeas to adopt the order with Councilors Steven A. Camara, Pam Laliberte-Lebeau and Cliff Ponte abstaining.” (Motion: Long, second: Pereira)
4 Mayor and submission of FY2018 enterprise budgets of EMS, Water and Sewer Divisions
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To refer the enterprise budgets to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was unanimously voted to refer the enterprise budgets to the Committee on Finance.” (Motion: Cabeceiras, second: Mitchell)
5 Mayor and proposed ordinance regarding water and sewer rates
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To refer the matter to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras and seconded by Councilor Pam Laliberte- Lebeau, it was unanimously voted to refer the matter to the Committee on Finance.” (Motion: Cabeceiras, second: Laliberte)
To reconsider the previous vote
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was unanimously voted to reconsider the previous vote.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Mitchell)
To refer the matter to the Committee on Ordinances and Legis/ation
From the minutes
“On yet a further motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to refer the matter to the Committee on Ordinances and Legis/ation.”
7 Mayor and collective bargaining agreement for Fall River Environmental Police
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
Refer the matter to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted refer the matter to the Committee on Finance.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
8a Transfers and appropriations — $150,000 from EMS Stabilization Fund to EMS Capital Expenditures
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
Yes: Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Mitchell, Pereira, Steven A. CamaraNo: Cadime, Ponte
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was voted 7 yeas, 2 nays to adopt the order, with Councilors Cliff Ponte and President Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Long)
8b Transfers and appropriations — $150,000 from EMS Salaries to EMS Stabilization Fund
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
Yes: Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Mitchell, Pereira, Steven A. CamaraNo: Cadime, Ponte
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was voted 7 yeas, 2 nays to adopt the order, with Councilors Cliff Ponte and President Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative.” (Motion: Cabeceiras, second: Pereira)
8c Transfers and appropriations — $48,000 for Fire Department Expenditures from Fire Department Salaries
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Mitchell, Pereira, Ponte, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Stephen R. Long and seconded by Councilor Pam Laliberte- Lebeau, it was voted 9 yeas to adopt the order.” (Motion: Long, second: Laliberte)
8d Transfers and appropriations — $141,600 Repurpose from Council Order 2015-5 #5 for the Maplewood Park Land
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To refer the order to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted to refer the order to the Committee on Finance.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
8e Transfers and appropriations — $20,012 from Extraordinary Repairs and $5,605 from Street Lights for the Heritage State
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To refer the order to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted to refer the order to the Committee on Finance.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
8f Transfers and appropriations — $6,271 from Park Improvements Lafayette/Maplewood for the Heritage State Park
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To refer the order to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted to refer the order to the Committee on Finance.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
8g Transfers and appropriations — $22,360 from Community Services (Library) Salaries to Community Services (Library)
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
Adopt the order
Yes: Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Mitchell, Steven A. CamaraNo: Cabeceiras, Pereira, Ponte
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was voted 6 yeas, 3 nays adopt the order with Councilors Richard Cabeceiras, Linda M. Pereira and Cliff Ponte voting in the negative.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
Priority Communications
9 Administrator of Community Utilities and Staff Reorganization Report for Water and Sewer Divisions
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To refer the matter to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to refer the matter to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
10 Traffic Commission recommending amendments to the traffic ordinances
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To refer the matter to {he Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cliff Ponte and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was | unanimously voted to refer the matter to {he Committee on Ordinances and Legislation.” (Motion: Ponte, second: Mitchell)
Committee Reports
11 Order — second hand license renewal for Alan's Jewelry, 1661 South Main Street
Recommended by the Committee on Regulations
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Steven A. Camara)
12 Order — curb removal for Matthew Hiscock for a total of 50 feet at 946 Walnut Street
Recommended by the Committee on Public Works and Transportation
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order, as amended
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order, as amended.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Steven A. Camara)
Ordinances
13 Proposed ordinance — Traffic, miscellaneous
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
That the ordinance be passed to be ordained
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted that the ordinance be passed to be ordained.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Pereira)
Resolutions
14 Committee on Finance convene with a representative of IPS Group regarding costs associated with installing new modern parking meters
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To adopt the resolution
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to adopt the resolution.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Pereira)
15 Committee on Finance convene to discuss a "Facility Management Plan" to upgrade Fire Department facilities
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
To refer the resolution to the Committee on Budget Preparation, Revenue and Audits
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Long, Mitchell, Steven A. CamaraNo: Laliberte, Pereira, Ponte
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Joseph D, Camara and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. ( Mitchell, it was unanimously voted to refer the resolution to the Committee on Budget Preparation, Revenue and Audits, 6 yeas, 3 nays with Councilors Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, Linda M. Pereira and Cliff Ponte voting in the negative.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Mitchell) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
16 Committee on Ordinances and Legislation convene to discuss guidelines for the preparation of Request For Proposals (RFP)
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
To amend the resolution by inserting that the Committee look at ramifications for individuals who don't fulfill the scope of work and specifications of RFP's
Yes: Mitchell, PereiraNo: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Ponte, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Linda M. Pereira and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was voted 2 yeas, 7 nays to amend the resolution by inserting that the Committee look at ramifications for individuals who don't fulfill the scope of work and specifications of RFP's with Councilors Richard Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Steven A. Camara, Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, Stephen R. Long, Cliff Ponte and President Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative and the motion failed.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Mitchell)
To adopt the resolution
Yes: Cadime, Laliberte, Mitchell, Pereira, PonteNo: Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Long, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was voted 5 yeas, 4 nays to adopt the resolution with Councilors Richard Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Steven A. Camara and Stephen R. Long voting in the negative.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
17 Committee on Finance convene to discuss contract responsibilities of both Figmints and EGN regarding "Make It Here" campaign
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
To refer the resolution to the Committee on Economic Development and Tourism
Yes: Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Long, Mitchell, Steven A. CamaraNo: Cadime, Laliberte, Pereira, Ponte
From the minutes
“A further motion was made by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara to refer the resolution to the Committee on Economic Development and Tourism and it was voted 5 yeas, 4 nays with Councilors Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, Linda M. Pereira, Cliff Ponte and President Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative.” (Motion: Cabeceiras, second: Steven A. Camara)
19 Committee on Finance convene to discuss 11.5% increase in employee health insurance
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
To adopt the resolution
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to adopt the resolution.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
20 Administration provide update on equipment purchased for cemetery division
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
To grant the resolution leave to withdraw
Yes: Joseph D. Camara, Long, Steven A. CamaraNo: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Laliberte, Mitchell, Pereira, Ponte
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara, it was voted 3 yeas, 6 nays to grant the resolution leave to withdraw with Councilors Richard Cabeceiras, Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, Raymond A. Mitchell, Linda M. Pereira, Cliff Ponte and President Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative and the motion failed to carry.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Steven A. Camara)
To adopt the resolution
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Long, Mitchell, Pereira, PonteNo: Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On yet a further motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was voted 6 yeas, 3 nays to adopt the resolution with Councilors Joseph D. Camara, Steven A. Camara and Pam Laliberte-Lebeau voting in the negative.”
Orders: Hearings
21 Paul R. Cordery to store 50,000 gallons underground at 15 Eastern Avenue
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To refer the order to the Committee on Regulations
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to refer the order to the Committee on Regulations.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
22 Joseph Silva, 170 Jefferson Street — total of 27 feet at 170 Jefferson Street
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
Orders: Miscellaneous
23 Police Chief's report on licenses Taxicab Drivers
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Steven A. Camara)
24 Auto Body Shop license renewals: e Michael Carvalho d/b/a County Street Collision & Customizing — 958 County Street e David Fernandes d/c/a Distinctive Auto — 26 Burns Street
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order. 'Approved, April 21, 2017, Mayor Jasiel F. Correia Il -.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
25 Auto Repair Shop license renewals: e David Fernandes d/c/a Distinctive Auto ~ 26 Burns Street e Joseph Ruggiero Sr. d/b/a First Ford Inc. — 292 Wm
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order. ,.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
Communications: Invitations: Petitions
26 Claims
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To refer the claims to Corporation Counsel
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was unanimously voted to refer the claims to Corporation Counsel.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Mitchell)
27c Drainlayer licenses — ELdJ, Inc.
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To approve the drainlayer licenses
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara, it was unanimously voted to approve the drainlayer licenses.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Steven A. Camara)
28 Communication from Attorney General regarding OML complaints of October 26, November 14 and November 18, 2016 regarding alleged violations occurring on September 28 and October 25, 2016
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To refer the communication to Corporation Counsel
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to refer the communication to Corporation Counsel.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
Bulletins: Newsletters: Notices
29 Notice of Casualty and Loss at 298 Third Street
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
That the notice be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted that the notice be accepted and placed on file.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
30 South Coast Rail — Notice of Availability for the South Coast Rail's Notice of Project Change (NPC) .
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
That the notice be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted that the notice be accepted and placed on file.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
Committee Reports
12a Mayor and order for the acquisition of 0 Jefferson Street .
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Long)
12b Order —- CPA funding for an elevator at the Maritime Museum
Recommended by the Committee on Finance
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Steven A. Camara)
To adjourn at 11:55 p.m
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 11:55 p.m.” (Motion: Cabeceiras, second: Mitchell)
From the official minutes kept by the Fall River City Clerk (agendas and minutes). The minutes are scanned documents; we read them with text recognition, check every vote count against the councilors named, and quote the exact sentence for each vote. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Councilor photos: the nine 2026–2027 councilors from the City of Fall River's official councilor photos (Contact the Council page, fallriverma.gov); earlier councilors cropped from the 2024–2025 council group photo and the 2022–2023 council group photo (as published by Fall River Reporter, September 2022). Trott Lee: from his campaign Facebook page (facebook.com/trottlee4cc). Ricky Tith: from Fall River Reporter (April 2025). 2018–2019 councilors (Steven A. Camara, Stephen R. Long, Derek R. Viveiros) and the 2018–2019 group photo: from the City of Fall River’s FY2019 budget book. Richard Cabeceiras, Raymond A. Mitchell and the 2016–2017 group photo: Herald News photo by Jack Foley (January 2016), provided by the Fall River City Clerk. The 2020–2021 and 2022–2023 group photos: provided by the Fall River City Clerk.
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