|
|
|
|
The Docket
A Newsletter from the
Providence City Council |
|
|
|
Budget and Finance Reports Now Online
A new webpage featuring reports produced by the Office of the Internal Auditor recently went "live." The Internal Auditor provides objective analyses, appraisals and recommendations to the City Council regarding budget and finance matters. Recent items include three-year budget projections and a first-quarter review for the current fiscal year. |
Council Targets Problem Properties
A citywide effort to address abandoned and foreclosed property maintenance, and chronic nuisance properties has resulted in two new city laws (press release). The ordinances require owners to keep their property maintained and secured; set new penalties for properties cited for loud and unruly gatherings; and create a new section on "chronic nuisance properties." Responding to concerns, the Council introduced an amendment on December 6th that would remove domestic violence-related disturbances from the list of activities that would classify a property as a "chronic nuisance." |
City Council Approves New Agreement with RISD
At its November 19th meeting, the Providence City Council voted to approve a new agreement with the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) that will double the college's voluntary contribution to local government. In return for the $2.75 million in new revenue, the City has agreed to grant RISD semi-exclusive access to a number of parking spaces in the area around the campus. |
|
Committee Finalizes Report on Nightclub Safety
The Committee on Ordinances approved a report on nightclub safety at its December 4th meeting. The report, which makes recommendations to ensure a dynamic, safe, and responsible Providence nightlife, will be submitted to the full Council. A full legislative package is expected in January. (press release) |
Council Tackles Election Day Problems
On Wednesday, December 5th, the Providence City Council held a meeting with the Executive Director of the Rhode Island Board of Elections and the Executive Secretary of the Providence Board of Canvassers to discuss the many issues, including long lines and machine failures, reported at Providence's polling places during the November 6th general election. A letter from Council President Michael A. Solomon outlined these concerns. The Council is gathering recommendations for changes to State and local laws prior to the next election. |
|
About Town
Each year, members of the Providence City Council sponsor events to help the needy and raise holiday cheer in our community. On November 8th, Councilman Nicholas J. Narducci, Jr. (Ward 4) held a Thanksgiving food drive at his home. The following Saturday, Councilwoman Sabina Matos (Ward 15) and volunteers from the Sweet Creation Youth Group collected food stuffs on Pocassett Avenue while Council President Michael A. Solomon (Ward 5) and Councilman David A. Salvatore (Ward 14) ran their food drive at Robert F. Kennedy Elementary. That same weekend, Council President Pro Tempore Terrence M. Hassett (Ward 12) collaborated with Patrick's Pub on Smith Street to organize "Rhode Island Helps Staten Island," to help the many victims of Hurricane Sandy. |
|
Upcoming Neighborhood Events
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Ward 6 - Christmas in Mt. Pleasant, 12-3pm
Mt. Pleasant Avenue between Roanoke and Beaufort Streets
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Ward 4 - Holiday Celebration, 7-9pm
Knights of Columbus Hall, Volturno Street, North Providence, RI |
To find out about upcoming Providence City Council meetings, meeting dockets and committee meetings, please visit the link below.
Click here |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
