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August 15, 2023
3 meetings this evening, 49 recorded votes in all, in the order they were held.
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Start my ballot →5:55 p.m. · Public Hearings
Sources: Minutes (PDF, in the agenda packet where the council approved them) · Agenda packet · Meeting video
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, Bradford L. Kilby, Pamela S. Laliberte, Linda M. Pereira, Andrew J. Raposo, Laura-Jean Sampson
Absent: Michelle M. Dionne, Leo O. Pelletier
2 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Opening the hearings
Minutes, page 107 · Agenda packet · Video
To open the hearings
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to open the hearings, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not , voting. oo Prior to the public hearings, Councilor Kilby made brief remarks and presented citations to Patrick Norton, Patti Rego, Sandy Dennis, Holly Hill-Batista and staff of Bristol County Training .” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
Closing the hearings
Minutes, page 109 · Agenda packet · Video
To close the hearings at 6:14 p.m
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to close the hearings at 6:14 p.m., with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier . absent and not voting. ce List_of documents and other exhibits used during the meeting Agenda (attached) , DVD of meeting A true copy.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
6:00 p.m. · Committee on Finance
Sources: Minutes (PDF, in the agenda packet where the council approved them) · Agenda packet · Meeting video
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, Bradford L. Kilby, Pamela S. Laliberte, Linda M. Pereira, Andrew J. Raposo, Laura-Jean Sampson
Absent: Michelle M. Dionne, Leo O. Pelletier
4 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
3 Bank Street Armory Proposal Review and Recommendation Seth Thomas Aitken, City Administrator, gave an in-depth explanation of the review and recommendation for the sale of the Bank Street Armory. Mr. Aitken provided information
Minutes, page 111 · Agenda packet · Video
To table the item
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Washington, it was unanimously voted to table the item, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Sampson)
4 Proposed Bristol County ARPA funding in the amount of $450,000.00 for preliminary design efforts in Stafford Square
Minutes, page 111 · Agenda packet · Video
To refer the proposal to the City Council for action
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Vice President Pereira and seconded by Councilor Washington, it was unanimously voted to refer the proposal to the City Council for action, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Sampson)
5 Proposed Bristol County ARPA funding in the amount of $3,000,000.00 for the City's .
Minutes, page 112 · Agenda packet · Video
To refer the proposal to the City Council for action
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Vice President Pereira and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted to refer the proposal to the City Council for action, with Councilors Dionne 7 and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Raposo)
Adjournment
Minutes, page 112 · Agenda packet · Video
To adjourn at 7:15 p.m
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 7:15 p.m., with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not —- - voting.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Raposo)
7:00 p.m. · Fall River City Council · Regular meeting
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda packet · Meeting video · City meeting page
Attendance
Present: Shawn E. Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Bradford L. Kilby, Pamela S. Laliberte, Linda M. Pereira, Andrew J. Raposo, Laura-Jean Sampson
Absent: Michelle M. Dionne, Leo O. Pelletier
43 recorded votes, 0 with disagreement. This meeting on its own page
Priority Matters
1a Mayor and order appropriating the following:: $135,000 from EMS Stabilization Fund to EMS, Capital
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet · Video
That the order be adopted
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Vice President Pereira and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted that the order be adopted, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Raposo)
1b Mayor and order appropriating the following:: $45,000 from EMS, Salaries to EMS, Expenses
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet · Video
That the order be adopted
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Washington, it was unanimously voted that the order be adopted, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Sampson)
2 Mayor and proposal for Bristol County ARPA funding in the amount of $250,000.00 to create a need-based assistance program for veterans and their families to assist with payments for food, utilities, rent/mortgage and transportation.
Minutes, page 1 · Agenda packet · Video
To approve the proposal
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Washington, it was unanimously voted to approve the proposal, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Sampson)
3 Mayor and notice re joint grant application with other school districts related to the EPA's Clean School Bus Rebate Program
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet · Video
That the notice be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Vice President Pereira and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted that the notice be accepted and placed on file, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Raposo)
4 Mayor and proposed ordinance amendments regarding registered and certified mail notice requirements
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet · Video
To refer the proposed ordinance to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to refer the proposed ordinance to the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Laliberte)
Priority Communications
6 Board of Election Commissioners and warrant for Preliminary City Election scheduled for September 19, 2023
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the warrant
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Washington, it was unanimously voted to adopt the warrant, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Sampson)
7 Board of Park Commissioners communication re Davis Park league/organization permit decision
Minutes, page 2 · Agenda packet · Video
That the communication be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Washington and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted that the communication be accepted and placed on file, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Sampson, second: Raposo)
That a communication be sent to the Board of Park Commissioners requesting detailed information regarding the safety study that determined the park was not accessible to emergency vehicles, the reason(s) why the park gates are always locked to the public, any previous studies regarding ideal use of the park and that the Board of Park Commissioners provide a copy of the David family deed that transferred ownership of the property to the City for use as a park
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Vice President Pereira and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted that a communication be sent to the Board of Park Commissioners requesting detailed information regarding the safety study that determined the park was not accessible to emergency vehicles, the reason(s) why the park gates are always locked to the public, any previous studies regarding ideal use of the park and that the Board of Park Commissioners provide a copy of the David family deed that transferred ownership of the property to the City for use as a park, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part of these min.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Laliberte)
Committee Reports
8 Communication — Robert Schenck, 79 18" Street re water drain repair reimbursement
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet · Video
That the communication be accepted and placed on file and that the related correspondence be sent to the Watuppa Water Board and Corporation Counsel
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Raposo it was unanimously voted that the communication be accepted and placed on file and that the related correspondence be sent to the Watuppa Water Board and Corporation Counsel, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting, copies of which are attached hereto and made a part of these minutes.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Raposo)
9 Proposed Ordinance — Traffic, handicapped parking Third Street Cambridge Street Division Street Eddy Street Hunter Street, June Street Osborn Street Palmer Street South Beach Street , Summerfield Street Woodstock Street
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 3 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the emergency preamble
Yes: Cadime, Joseph D. Camara, Kilby, Laliberte, Pereira, Raposo, SampsonAbsent: Dionne, Pelletier
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was voted 7 yeas to adopt the emergency preamble, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Cadime)
To pass the proposed ordinance through first reading, second reading, passed to be enrolled and passed to be ordained
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to pass the proposed ordinance through first reading, second reading, passed to be enrolled and passed to be ordained, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Cadime)
10 Proposed Ordinance — Traffic, miscellaneous Section 1 One way streets Thompson Street — Southerly from Brownell Street to President Avenue Section 2 Parking prohibited Thompson Street — West side — Starting at a point 73 feet south of Brownell Street,
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet · Video
To pass the proposed ordinance through first reading
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to pass the proposed ordinance through first reading, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Cadime)
11 Proposed Ordinance - Community Medicine Scheduling Coordinator
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet · Video
To pass the proposed ordinance through first reading
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to pass the proposed ordinance through first reading, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
12 Proposed Ordinance — Renaming of standing committee to "Committee on Human Services, Youth, Housing, Elder and Veterans' Affairs"
Recommended by the Committee on Ordinances and Legislation
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet · Video
To pass the proposed ordinance through first reading
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to pass the proposed ordinance through first reading, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Laliberte)
Resolutions
13 The Committee on Finance convene with the Administration and representatives from the Department of Emergency Medical Services, the Community Development Agency and the Homeless and Substance Use Disorder Outreach Services to discuss the
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the resolution
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to adopt the resolution, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
14 The Committee on Finance convene with the Administration to discuss strategies to decrease the number of homeless encampments within the City.
Minutes, page 4 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the resolution
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to adopt the resolution, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
15 The Committee on Finance convene with the Administration to discuss increased rental } costs within the City.
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet · Video
That the resolution be amended by striking out "Committee on Finance" and inserting "Committee on Real Estate,"
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Vice President Pereira and seconded by Councilor Kilby, it was unanimously voted that the resolution be amended by striking out "Committee on Finance" and inserting "Committee on Real Estate," with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Kilby)
To adopt the resolution, as amended
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to adopt the resolution, as amended, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Laliberte)
16 The Committee on Economic Development and Tourism convene with the Administration to discuss ownership and development of Battleship Cove Yacht Club.
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the resolution
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to adopt the resolution, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Laliberte)
17 The Committee on Health and Environmental Affairs convene with the Administrator of Community Utilities and a representative from Veolia Water to discuss storm water catch basin maintenance protocol.
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the resolution
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to adopt the resolution, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
Citations
19 Dedication and service to the growth of events, arts and culture , within the community Sandy Dennis Patrick Norton Patti Rego
Minutes, page 5 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the citations
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to adopt the citations, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Cadime)
20 Holly Hill-Batista and staff of Bristol County Training Consortium — Providing employment opportunities and resources to the community at-large
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the citation
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Washington, it was unanimously voted to adopt the citation, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Sampson)
21 The following B.M.C. Durfee High School teachers and staff that are working with Bristol County Training Consortium student workers in Fall River Michena Augustin Tess Bradley Jeffrey Cameron Cory Cardeiro Jocelyn Cory Shannon Dufresne Socrates Exama Timothy Griffin
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the citations
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Washinton, it was unanimously voted to adopt the citations, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo)
Orders: Hearings
22 Dauhajri Corcino, 251 Cypress Street ~- Removal of 25 feet on 251 Cypress Street
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Raposo)
To take items 23-25 together
From the minutes
“On a further motion made by Vice President Pereira and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to take items 23-25 together, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Cadime)
25 Jordan Coetho, 189 Winifred Way — Removal of 27 feet on 189 Winifred Way
Minutes, page 6 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt items 23-25
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to adopt items 23-25, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Pereira)
Orders: Miscellaneous
26 Auto Repair License Renewals Kenneth J. Rapoza d/b/a JR's Superlube, Inc — 155 Milliken Boulevard Kenneth J. Rapoza d/b/a JR's Superlube, Inc — 334 Rhode Island Avenue Souhad Saliba d/b/a JZ Express ~ 969 South Main Street
Minutes, page 7 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Laliberte, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Laliberte)
27 Auto Body License Renewais Souhad Saliba d/b/a JZ Express ~ 969 South Main Street Manuel Felix d/b/a Felix Auto Collision Center — 1201 Slade Street
Minutes, page 7 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Cadime)
28 Police Chief's report on licenses: .
Minutes, page 7 · Agenda packet · Video
To adopt the order
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Cadime and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted to adopt the order, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Cadime, second: Raposo)
Communications: Invitations: Petitions
29 Claims
Minutes, page 7 · Agenda packet · Video
To refer the claims to Corporation Counsel
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to refer the claims to Corporation Counsel, with Councilor Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
30 City Engineer ~ Street opening less than 5 years at the intersection of Bedford Street and Troy Street
Minutes, page 7 · Agenda packet · Video
To approve the request
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Vice President Pereira and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted to approve the request, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Raposo)
31 Structure on or over a public way application for Creative Arts Network, Inc. located outside of Government Center on Third Street (3' x 4' banner for Fail River Mass.
Minutes, page 8 · Agenda packet · Video
To approve the application
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to approve the application, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
To approve the request
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to approve the request, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
33c Planning Board Minutes: July 12, 2023
Minutes, page 8 · Agenda packet · Video
That the minutes be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Vice President Pereira and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted that the minutes be accepted and placed on file, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Pereira, second: Raposo)
34 Public Hearings — July 18, 2023
Minutes, page 8 · Agenda packet · Video
To approve the minutes
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to approve the minutes, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
35 Committee on Finance — July 18, 2023
Minutes, page 8 · Agenda packet · Video
To approve the minutes
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to approve the minutes, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
To approve the minutes
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by President Camara, it was unanimously voted to approve the minutes, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Joseph D. Camara)
37 Notice of Final Environmental Impact Report for Offshore Wind Project, EEA No. 16596 SouthCoast Wind 1 Project (formerly Mayflower Wind Project)
Minutes, page 8 · Agenda packet · Video
That the notice be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted that the notice be accepted and placed on file, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Cadime)
38 Notice of Casualty and Loss at 41 Reservoir Street
Minutes, page 8 · Agenda packet · Video
That the notice be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted that the notice be accepted and placed on file, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Cadime)
39 Notice of Casuaity and Loss at 655 Rock Street
Minutes, page 9 · Agenda packet · Video
That the notice be accepted and placed on file
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by President Camara, it was unanimously voted that the notice be accepted and placed on file, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Joseph D. Camara)
To approve the proposal
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Kilby and seconded by Councilor Raposo, it was unanimously voted to approve the proposal, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Kilby, second: Raposo)
To approve the proposal
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Vice President Pereira, it was unanimously voted to approve the proposal, with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Pereira)
Adjournment
Minutes, page 9 · Agenda packet · Video
To adjourn at 8:10 p.m
From the minutes
“On a motion made by Councilor Raposo and seconded by Councilor Cadime, it was unanimously voted to adjourn at 8:10 p.m., with Councilors Dionne and Pelletier absent and not voting.” (Motion: Raposo, second: Cadime)
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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