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September 25, 2018
3 meetings this evening, 57 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) · Agenda packet
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, Joseph D. Camara, Steven A. Camara, Bradford L. Kilby, Pamela S. Laliberte, Stephen R. Long, Leo O. Pelletier, Cliff A. Ponte, Derek R. Viveiros
Absent: None
8 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
1 Cindy Doan, 177 Nashua Street, Unit 2, requests the removal of curbing as follows: Existing Proposed Existing To Be Total Driveway Driveway Replaced Driveway / Access Access i 19 Marble Street 17' 8" 11 0' 28° 8" : ; The petitioner is requesting to remove an additional 11 feet of curbing to the west side of the
Minutes, page 103 · Agenda packet
That the hearing be opened
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted that the hearing be opened.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Laliberte)
Closing the hearings
Minutes, page 103 · Agenda packet
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Pelletier and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to close the hearing.” (Motion: Pelletier, second: Cadime)
2 Harry Leachman, 966 Ray Street, requests the removal of curbing as follows: Existing Proposed Existing To Be ‘Total Driveway Driveway Replaced Driveway Access Access 966 Ray Street 14' 8" 16° 0' 30' 8" The petitioner is requesting to remove an additional 16 feet of curbing on the south side of the /
Minutes, page 104 · Agenda packet
That the hearing be opened
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted that the hearing be opened.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Laliberte)
Closing the hearings
Minutes, page 104 · Agenda packet
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to close the hearing.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Laliberte)
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to close the hearing.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Laliberte)
4 Proposed amendment to the Central Market Rate Housing Incentive Zone and Plan for : the former Lincoln School located at 439 Pine Street.
Minutes, page 104 · Agenda packet
That the hearing be opened
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Kilby, it was unanimously voted that the hearing be opened.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Kilby)
Closing the hearings
Minutes, page 104 · Agenda packet
To close the hearing
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to close the hearing.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Cadime)
Adjournment
Minutes, page 105 · Agenda packet
To adjourn at 6:00 p.m
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 6:00 p.m.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Cadime)
6:00 p.m. · Committee on Finance
Sources: Minutes (PDF, in the agenda packet where the council approved them) · Agenda packet
Committee on Finance: committee votes are recommendations to the full council, which takes the final vote. About this committee
Attendance
Present: Shawn E. Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Steven A. Camara, Bradford L. Kilby, Pamela S. Laliberte, Stephen R. Long, Leo O. Pelletier, Cliff A. Ponte, Derek R. Viveiros
Absent: None
7 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Before the numbered agenda items
Minutes, page 96 · Agenda packet
To take item #5 out of order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Camara and seconded by Councilor Pelletier, it was unanimously voted to take item #5 out of order.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Pelletier)
5 Communication from Mayor and Loan Order — new voting machines - $280,000.00 (referred 9-11-18) City Administrator Cathy Ann Viveiros briefly stated that the presentation is for the voting machines of choice by the elections personnel. Director of the Office of Elections Kelly
Minutes, page 97 · Agenda packet
To forward the matter to full council for action
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to forward the matter to full council for action.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
2 Loan Order ~ Government Center Roof Replacement - $1,300,000.00 (referred 9-11-18) Mary Sahady, Director of Financial Services, informed the Council that the roof of Government Center is over forty years old and has been repaired numerous times but has
Minutes, page 97 · Agenda packet
To forward the matter to full council for action
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to forward the matter to full council for action.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
3 Loan Order — Globe Street and Flint Street Fire Station Roof and Door Replacement 500,000.00 (referred 9-11-18) The Director of Financial Services stated that both fire stations are in need of roof and door replacements. The Flint Street station roof was last replaced in 1988 and the Globe Street
Minutes, page 97 · Agenda packet
To forward the matter to full council for action
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to forward the matter to full council for action.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
4 Loan Order — Public Safety Microwave Communication Network and Video Surveillance Equipment - $550,000.00 (referred 9-11-18) The Director of Financial Services explained that a quote was received for this loan order which is broken up into two parts. $326,000.00 is for networking and $196,000.00 would be
Minutes, page 97 · Agenda packet
To forward the matter to full council for action
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to forward the matter to full council for action.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
6 Resolution — Discuss cable TV contract and options for residents (adopted, as amended 4-24-18) .
Minutes, page 98 · Agenda packet
To table the matter
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to table the matter.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
Adjournment
Minutes, page 98 · Agenda packet
To adjourn at 7:41 p.m
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Camara, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 7:41 p.m.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Joseph D. Camara)
7:00 p.m. · Fall River City Council · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda packet · Revised agenda · City meeting page
Attendance
Present: Shawn E. Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Steven A. Camara, Bradford L. Kilby, Pamela S. Laliberte, Stephen R. Long, Leo O. Pelletier, Cliff A. Ponte, Derek R. Viveiros
Absent: None
42 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Priority Matters
1b Mayor — Requests for confirmation of reappointment to the following: :: Cathy Ann Viveiros — Commission on Disability
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet
To confirm the reappointment of item 1a
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to confirm the reappointment of item 1a.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Laliberte)
To confirm the reappointment of item 1b
Yes: Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Kilby, Laliberte, Long, Pelletier, Ponte, Steven A. Camara, Viveiros
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Pelletier it was voted to confirm the reappointment of item 1b.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Pelletier) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
To waive the rules and have City Administrator Cathy Ann Viveiros answer i questions on behalf of the Administration
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Pelletier, it was unanimously voted to waive the rules and have City Administrator Cathy Ann Viveiros answer i questions on behalf of the Administration.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Pelletier)
To table the item, the motion failed to carry
The minutes say 4 yeas, 5 nays, but they list only four councilors as voting in the negative, including the councilors who made and seconded the motion. The count and the names conflict, so we show the count as written and will ask the City Clerk to confirm.
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Cadime it was voted 4 yeas, 5 nays to table the item, the motion failed to carry with Councilors Cadime, Bradford Kilby, Pam Laliberte and President Ponte voting in the negative.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Cadime)
Yes: Joseph D. Camara, Kilby, Laliberte, Long, Pelletier, Ponte, Steven A. Camara, ViveirosNo: Cadime
From the minutes
“On a roll call vote on the first motion to confirm the appointment Cathy Ann Viveiros to the Commission on Disability, it was voted 8 yeas, 1 nay, with Councilor Cadime voting in the negative.”
2 Mayor and resolution for the proposed amendment to the Central Market Rate Housing Incentive Zone and Plans for the former Lincoln School located at 439 Pine Street
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
Yes: Joseph D. Camara, Kilby, Laliberte, Long, Pelletier, Ponte, Steven A. Camara, ViveirosNo: Cadime
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor SCamara and seconded by Councilor Long, it was voted 8 yeas, 1 nay with Councilor Cadime voting in the negative, that the communication be accepted and placed on file and the resolution be adopted.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Long)
3 Mayor and agreement with The Stone Bridge Fire District for dam services and raw water purchases
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To refer the matter to the Committee on Public Works and Transportation
Yes: Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Kilby, Laliberte, Long, Pelletier, Ponte, Steven A. Camara, Viveiros
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Pelletier, it was voted to refer the matter to the Committee on Public Works and Transportation.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Pelletier) The minutes name who voted no but give no count; the count shown is from those names.
4 Mayor and Community Preservation Committee request for emergency funding for Greater Fall River Re-Creation - $78,480.00
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
That the communication be accepted and placed on file and the order be adopted
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor SCamara and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted that the communication be accepted and placed on file and the order be adopted.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Laliberte)
Priority Communications
5 Board of Election Commissioners re: Official results of State Primary Election held on September 4, 2018
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
That the communication be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted that the communication be accepted and placed on file.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Long)
6 Traffic Commission recommending amendments to traffic ordinances
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet
To refer the recommendations to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to refer the recommendations to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
7b Urban Renewal Plans: i: Waterfront
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To refer both items a and b to the Committee on Economic Development and Tourism
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Camara and seconded by Councilor Kilby, it was unanimously voted to refer both items a and b to the Committee on Economic Development and Tourism.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Kilby)
8c Planning Board recommendation for the acceptance of streets as follows:: Lynwood Street extending from Mariano Bishop Boulevard to the dead end
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
That the communication for items a. through c. be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long it was unanimously voted that the communication for items a. through c. be accepted and placed on file.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
9 Planning Board recommendation for the discontinuance of Kennedy Street extending from Stevens Street to Route 24
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To waive the rules to allow the City Planner Bill Roth to answer questions
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Long and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to waive the rules to allow the City Planner Bill Roth to answer questions.” (Motion: Long, second: Laliberte)
To table the matter
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Camara and seconded by Councilor SCamara it was unanimously voted to table the matter.” (Motion: Joseph D. Camara, second: Steven A. Camara)
10 Tobacco Control Coordinator requesting to appear before the Finance Committee regarding changes to state law tobacco sales and use
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
To refer the communication to the Committee on Finance
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to refer the communication to the Committee on Finance.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
Ordinances /
11 Proposed Ordinance — Traffic, Miscellaneous
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance pass through second reading and enrolfment
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor SCamara and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance pass through second reading and enrolfment.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Long)
That the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Camara, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Joseph D. Camara)
12 Proposed Ordinance — Vehicle Trade-In Revolving Fund
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance pass through second reading and enrollment
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance pass through second reading and enrollment.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
That the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Camara, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Joseph D. Camara)
13 Proposed Ordinance — Police Cruiser Revolving Fund
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance pass through second reading and enroliment
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance pass through second reading and enroliment.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
That the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Camara, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Joseph D. Camara)
14 Proposed Ordinance — Commissioner for Recreational Facilities/Director of Recreational Facilities
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
That the proposed ordinance pass through second reading and enrollment
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance pass through second reading and enrollment.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
That the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained, as amended
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Camara, it was unanimously voted that the proposed ordinance be passed to be ordained, as amended.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Joseph D. Camara)
To take items #15 through #23 together
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor SCamara and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to take items #15 through #23 together.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Long)
Citations
23 Bay Cove Health Services ~ for assisting homeless individuals transition out of "Tent City"
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
To adopt the citations
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor SCamara and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to adopt the citations.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Laliberte)
24 Cindy Doan, 177 Nashua Street, Unit 2 — total of 28'8" at 19 Marble Street
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
25 Harry Leachman, 966 Ray Street — total of 30'8" at 966 Ray Street
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
26 Yonn P. Loeung, 539 Stafford Road — total of 20' at 539 Stafford Road
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor SCamara, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Steven A. Camara)
Orders: Miscellaneous
27 Kevin Nichols [
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor SCamara, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Steven A. Camara)
28 Paul Faria d/b/a A and R Auto located at 1741 Stafford Road
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
Communications: Invitations: Petitions
29 Claims
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To refer the claims to Corporation Counsel
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Long and seconded by Councilor SCamara, it was unanimously voted to refer the claims to Corporation Counsel.” (Motion: Long, second: Steven A. Camara)
30 Fail River Holiday Parade Committee - request to place 2 banners on Government Center i
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To approve the request
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Pelletier, it was unanimously voted to approve the request.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Pelletier)
31b Structure over a public way — Banners for Fall River Holiday Parade Committee, Inc.: South Main Street at Center Place
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To approve the permit
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Long and seconded by Councilor Pelletier, it was unanimously voted to approve the permit.” (Motion: Long, second: Pelletier)
32 Structure over a public way — Sign for Baker Sign Works, Broadway
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet
To approve the permit
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Long and seconded by Councilor Pelletier, it was unanimously voted to approve the permit.” (Motion: Long, second: Pelletier)
To take items #33 through #35 together
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor SCamara and seconded by Councilor Kilby, it was unanimously voted to take items #33 through #35 together.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Kilby)
Bulletins: Newsletters: Notices
36 Notice of Casualty and Loss at 3960 North Main Street, Apt 4
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
That the notice be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Laliberte and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted that the notice be accepted and placed on file.” (Motion: Laliberte, second: Long)
To lift the item from the table
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor SCamara, it was unanimously voted to lift the item from the table.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Steven A. Camara)
To waive the rules and allow the Administration to answer questions
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Laliberte and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to waive the rules and allow the Administration to answer questions.” (Motion: Laliberte, second: Cadime)
To adopt the loan order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to adopt the loan order.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Long)
To take items 4b through 4e together
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor SCamara and seconded by Councilor Kilby, it was unanimously voted to take items 4b through 4e together.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Kilby)
Tabled Matters (filed late)
Late 4e Loan Order ~ new voting machines — $280,000.00
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To adopt the loan orders
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor SCamara and seconded by Councilor Long, it was unanimously voted to adopt the loan orders.” (Motion: Steven A. Camara, second: Long)
Adjournment
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet
To adjourn at 8:34 p.m
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Camara, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 8:34 p.m.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Joseph D. Camara)
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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