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May 30, 2017
3 meetings this evening, 55 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Start my ballot →5:45 p.m. · Public Hearings
Sources: Minutes (PDF, in the agenda packet where the council approved them)
Public hearings let residents speak for or against petitions such as curb cuts, pole locations and licenses. The full council decides them at its regular meeting.
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:
- Councilor Stephen R. Long arrived
5 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
1 Petition of Verizon New England Inc. and Massachusetts Electric Company, for one jointly owned pole location as follows
That the hearing be opened
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted that the hearing be opened.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to close the hearing.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
2 Tara R. Dupras, d/b/a It's All About Used, 43 Emmett Street, Fall River, MA for permission to operate and maintain a second hand article store located at 1386 Pleasant Street (furniture, clothing and household items to be sold).
That the hearing be opened
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted that the hearing be opened.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, it was unanimously voted to close the hearing.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Laliberte)
To adjourn at 5:54 p.m
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 5:54 p.m.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
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
8 recorded votes, 1 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Bill Kenney, 571 Florence Street — Streetscapes
To waive the rules to allow Bill Kenney 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 Bill Kenney to finish his statement.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Laliberte)
To allow Corporation Counsel to speak during citizen input é and the motion did not carry
Yes: Joseph D. Camara, Long, Ponte, Steven A. CamaraNo: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Laliberte, Mitchell, Pereira
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was voted 4 yeas, 5 nays to allow Corporation Counsel to speak during citizen input, with Councilors Richard Cabeceiras, Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, Raymond A. Mitchell, Linda M. Pereira and President Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative é and the motion did not carry.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Pereira)
Thomas Cory, 389 Stafford Road — Streetscapes Collin Dias, 560 Ray Street - Slum Properties M. Earle Gaudette, 38 Gaudette Drive — Street Conditions
To waive the rules to allow citizen input to exceed 30 minutes
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted to waive the rules to allow citizen input to exceed 30 minutes.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
1 Resolution — Administration discuss PILOT (Payment in lieu of taxes) Program
To recommend the resolution be granted leave to withdraw
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to recommend the resolution be granted leave to withdraw.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
2 Communication — Mayor regarding revised Capital Plan
To lift the item from the table
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to lift the item from the table.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
To recommend the communication be granted leave to withdraw
From the minutes
“Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted to recommend the communication be granted leave to withdraw.”
3 Fire Chief be invited to future Committee on Finance meeting to discuss new policies and Procedures
To recommend the resolution be granted leave to withdraw
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to recommend the resolution be granted leave to withdraw.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
To adjourn at 6:41 p.m
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 6:41 p.m.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Laliberte)
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
During the meeting:
- Council President Shawn E. Cadime returned
42 recorded votes, 10 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Priority Matters
1 Mayor and (2) loan orders for Phase 17 of the Water Improvement Projects
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet
To authorize the loan orders to be published and referred to the Committee on Finance
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Pereira, PonteNo: Mitchell, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Linda M. Pereira and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was voted 7 yeas, 2 nays to authorize the loan orders to be published and referred to the Committee on Finance, with Councilors Steven A. Camara and Raymond A. Mitchell voting in the negative,.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Long)
2 Mayor and loan order — Mount Hope Bay Bike Path Feasibility Study
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet
To authorize the loan order to be published and referred to the Committee on Finance
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Mitchell, Pereira, Ponte, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Pam Laliberte- Lebeau, it was voted 9 yeas to authorize the loan order to be published and referred to the Committee on Finance.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Laliberte)
3 Mayor and order appropriating $57,932 from CPA funds for Historic Resources Preservation Project (Bank Street Armory)
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Joseph D. Camara, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Joseph D. Camara)
4 Mayor and order appropriating $1,593,165 from CPA funds for community projects
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To refer the matter to the Committee on Finance. :
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira' it was unanimously voted to refer the matter to the Committee on Finance. :.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
5 Mayor and proposed ordinance regarding personnel wage changes
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To refer the matter to the Committee on Finance
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 Finance.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
Committee Reports
6 Proposed ordinance — Traffic, miscellaneous
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
7 Proposed ordinance — Water Rates
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, PonteNo: Mitchell, Pereira, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Joseph D. Camara and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was voted 6 yeas, 3 nays that the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading, with Councilors Steven A. Camara, Raymond A. Mitchell and Linda M. Pereira voting in the negative.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Long)
8 Proposed ordinance — Sewer Rates
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, PonteNo: Mitchell, Pereira, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Stephen R. Long and seconded by Councilor Joseph D. Camara, it was voted 6 yeas, 3 nays that the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading, with Councilors Steven A. Camara, Raymond A. Mitchell and Linda M. Pereira voting in the negative.” (Motion: Long, second: Joseph D. Camara)
9 Proposed ordinance — Dept. of Buildings and Grounds to Facilities Maintenance
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
10 Proposed ordinance — Personnel, Architect/Facilities Maintenance
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To table the matter
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Mitchell, Pereira, Ponte, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara, it was voted 9 yeas to table the matter.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Steven A. Camara)
11 Proposed ordinance — Personnel, Account Manager/Police Department
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading, as amended
Yes: Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Mitchell, Pereira, Ponte, Steven A. CamaraNo: Cadime
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was voted 8 yeas, 1 nay that the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading, as amended with Councilor Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
12 Proposed ordinance — Personnel, Mayor's Administrative Assistant
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading, as amended
Yes: Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Ponte, Steven A. CamaraNo: Cadime, Mitchell, Pereira
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was voted 6 yeas, 3 nays that the proposed ordinance be passed through first reading, as amended with Councilors Raymond A. Mitchell, Linda M. Pereira and Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Long)
13 Proposed ordinance — Traffic, handicapped parking
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To adopt an emergency preamble
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Mitchell, Pereira, Ponte, Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Steven A. Camara, it was voted 9 yeas to adopt an emergency preamble.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Steven A. Camara)
To pass the proposed ordinance through first reading, second reading, passed fo be enrolled and passed to be ordained
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long it was unanimously voted to pass the proposed ordinance through first reading, second reading, passed fo be enrolled and passed to be ordained.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
14 Communication — Department of Community Utilities Staff Reorganization Report
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
That the communication be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted that the communication be accepted and placed on file.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
Ordinances
15 Proposal to amend ordinance outlining process for review of taxicab driver applications.
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance be referred to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be referred to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
16 Proposed ordinance — Traffic, miscellaneous
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To pass the proposed ordinance through second reading and enrollment
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to pass the proposed ordinance through second reading and enrollment.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
18 Proposed ordinance — Regulating the Maintenance of Vacant and Foreciosing Residential Properties
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To table the ordinance
Yes: Mitchell, Steven A. CamaraNo: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, Pereira, Ponte
From the minutes
“A motion made by Councilor Steven A. Camara and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell to table the ordinance failed to carry, 2 yeas, 7 nays with Councilors Richard Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, Stephen R. Long, Linda M. Pereira, Cliff Ponte and Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Mitchell)
To pass the proposed ordinance through second and enrollment
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Cliff Ponte and seconded by Councilor Pam Laliberte-Lebeau it was unanimously voted to pass the proposed ordinance through second and enrollment.” (Motion: Ponte, second: Laliberte)
19 Proposed ordinance — Quarterly Budget Updates
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
To pass the proposed ordinance through second reading and enrollment, as amended
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted to pass the proposed ordinance through second reading and enrollment, as amended.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
Resolutions
20 Streetscape monies be used to repair streets and sidewalks (objected to 5-16-17)
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
To waive the rules and invite Corporation Counsel, The Director of Financial Services and the City 'Planner to the table
From the minutes
“A further motion made by Councilor Linda M. Pereira and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras to waive the rules and invite Corporation Counsel, The Director of Financial Services and the City 'Planner to the table carried unanimously, with Councilor Steven A. Camara absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Cabeceiras)
To table the order
Yes: Pereira, PonteNo: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, Long, MitchellAbsent: Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“A motion made by Councilor Cliff Ponte and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira to table the order failed to carry, 2 yeas, 6 nays, with Councilors Richard Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Pam Laliberte-Lebeau, Stephen R. Long, Raymond A. Mitchell and Shawn E. Cadime voting in the negative and Councilor Steven A. Camara absent and not voting.” (Motion: Ponte, second: Pereira)
To refer the order to the Committee on Finance
Yes: Cadime, Mitchell, Pereira, PonteNo: Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, LongAbsent: Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“A further motion made by Councilor Linda M. Pereira and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte to refer the order to the Committee on Finance failed to carry, 4 yeas, 4 nays, with Councilors Richard Cabeceiras, Joseph D. Camara, Pam Laliberte-Lebeau and Stephen R. Long voting in the negative and Councilor Steven A. Camara absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Ponte)
To strike "a portion of these monies for streetscapes" and insert "$5,729,000
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Laliberte, Mitchell, PereiraNo: Joseph D. Camara, Long, PonteAbsent: Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“A further motion made by Councilor Pam Laliberte-Lebeau and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell to strike "a portion of these monies for streetscapes" and insert "$5,729,000" carried 5 yeas, 3 nays with Councilors Joseph D. Camara, Stephen R. Long and Cliff Ponte voting in the negative and Councilor Steven A. Camara absent and not voting.” (Motion: Laliberte, second: Mitchell)
To adopt the order, as amended
Yes: Cabeceiras, Cadime, Mitchell, Pereira, PonteNo: Joseph D. Camara, Laliberte, LongAbsent: Steven A. Camara
From the minutes
“A further motion made by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira to adopt the order, as amended, carried, 5 yeas, 3 nays with Councilors Joseph D. Camara, Pam Laliberte-Lebeau and Stephen R. Long voting in the negative and Councilor Steven A. Camara absent and not voting.” (Motion: Cabeceiras, second: Pereira)
Citations
Citations
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To take items #21 through 24 together, after being read by the City Clerk
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Linda M. Pereira and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was unanimously voted to take items #21 through 24 together, after being read by the City Clerk.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Mitchell)
24 Hector and Maureen Gauthier — Wedding Anniversary
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To adopt items #21 through 24
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras and seconded by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell, it was unanimously voted to adopt items #21 through 24.” (Motion: Cabeceiras, second: Mitchell)
Orders: Hearings
25 Dickinson Street - One (1) jointly owned pole location
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To table the order for the purposes of requesting an opinion from the City Engineer, the Director of Community Maintenance and the Building Inspector regarding any safety issues that may exist and appropriate placement of the pole
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to table the order for the purposes of requesting an opinion from the City Engineer, the Director of Community Maintenance and the Building Inspector regarding any safety issues that may exist and appropriate placement of the pole.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
26 Tara R. Dupras, d/b/a It's All About Used at 1386 Pleasant 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 Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
Orders: Miscellaneous
27 Auto Repair Shop license renewals: Frank Correia, Mello's Service Station, Inc. at 801 Bay Street Zaqueu Francisco da Silva d/b/a Zack's Garage Auto Service at 65 Manchester 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 Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
28 Auto Repair Shop license renewals: David Ponte, Brougham Motors, Inc. at 387 Bedford Street Carl Garcia, Carl's Collision Center, Inc. at 1591 Bay 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.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
29 Police Chief's report on licenses: Taxicab Drivers: Jennifer Pavao Charles Smith Ronald Vaillancourt
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 Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
Communications: Invitations: Petitions
30 Green Acres Landscape & Construction Co., Inc.
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To approve the license
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Cliff Ponte, it was unanimously voted to approve the license.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
31 Claims
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To refer the claims to Corporation Counsel
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to refer the claims to Corporation Counsel.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
32 Determination from Attorney General regarding OML complaint from December 27, 2016 City Council Meeting
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
That the communication 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 communication be accepted and placed on file.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Ponte)
33 Communication from city resident regarding intersection of Meridian and Watkins Streets
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To refer the communication to the Committee on Public Safety with a copy to the City Engineer and Building Inspector for an opinion on the appropriateness of the matter
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cliff Ponte and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to refer the communication to the Committee on Public Safety with a copy to the City Engineer and Building Inspector for an opinion on the appropriateness of the matter.” (Motion: Ponte, second: Pereira)
To take items #34 and 35 together, after being read by the City Clerk
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Stephen R. Long, it was unanimously voted to take items #34 and 35 together, after being read by the City Clerk.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Long)
35 Committee on Public Safety -—May 16, 2017 i
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To approve items #34 and 35
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Linda M. Pereira, it was unanimously voted to approve items #34 and 35.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Pereira)
Items Filed After The Agenda Was Prepared
Proposed Ordinance — Regulating the Maintenance of Vacant and Foreclosing Residential Properties
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Stephen R. Long and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained.” (Motion: Long, second: Cabeceiras)
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
That the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained, as amended
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained, as amended.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
To adjourn at 10:10 p.m
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raymond A. Mitchell and seconded by Councilor Richard Cabeceiras, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 10:10 p.m.” (Motion: Mitchell, second: Cabeceiras)
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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