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The Docket
A Newsletter from the
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Economic Development Task Force
In May, Council President Michael A. Solomon, along with several other council members, called for the creation of the Providence Economic Development Task Force. The group is comprised of representatives from the business community, colleges and hospitals, trade unions, preservation society, and development community. The primary objective of the task force is to develop consensus based economic development principles the City Council can implement to incentivize growth throughout Providence. To read the full release, click here.
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Council Takes Steps to Protect Pets in Vehicles
The Providence City Council unanimously passed an ordinance in July prohibiting the unsafe confinement of animals in vehicles. Councilman Bryan Principe (Ward 13), the lead sponsor of the new law, explained the dangers of leaving a pet in a car during the hot summer months. "On a 90-degree day, the interior temperature of a vehicle can reach as high as 160 degrees in less than 10 minutes. Under those conditions, even leaving your pet for a few minutes risks heat stroke, brain damage, and death," he said. The ordinance, which was co-sponsored by the entire Council, codifies pet owners' responsibilities and empowers authorities to take the steps necessary to help an animal in distress. "People need to know the risks and understand that they have a legal obligation to properly care for their pets in extreme weather," said Principe. For more information, click here.
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State Law to Prevent Metals Thefts Based on City Ordinance
Earlier this year, an ordinance introduced by Councilman David Salvatore, Council President Michael Solomon, and Councilman Michael Correia was approved, and created stronger regulations for dealers and recyclers of secondhand metals. The law applies to everything from copper piping to manhole covers, with the intent of reducing the widespread theft of private and public property. The provisions of the Providence law will take effect statewide by December 31st, as the General Assembly approved similar legislation--Senate Bill 79 Sub A --in July. "We're pleased that our ordinance served as a model for the state legislation, and that we'll be on a level playing field with the rest of the state when it comes to preventing metals theft," stated Salvatore. Read more here.
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Council Calls for Recreational Advisory Board and Recreation Department
Councilman Michael Correia and 10 other Council members sponsored an ordinance to bring oversight of the recreation department into compliance with the Providence Home Rule Charter. The ordinance that was on the books was adopted prior to the establishment of the charter in 1980. "The Davey Lopes pool closure highlighted the need for a comprehensive review of recreational opportunities provided by the City, as well our facilities," said Correia. The ordinance mirrors the charter's requirement for a recreational advisory board, which would make recommendations to the Mayor and Council, and be empowered to hold public hearings. The proposed legislation was referred to the Committee on Ordinances for review.
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Upcoming Neighborhood Events
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Ward 9 - Free E-waste & Mattress Drop Off, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sackett Street School, 159 Sackett Street
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Ward 4 - 7th Annual Septemberfest, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Prete-Metcalf Field, Hawkins Street
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Ward 12 - End of Summer BBQ at Davis Park, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Davis Park, Chalkstone Avenue
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Ward 6 - Neighborhood Meeting, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
St. Thomas Church Hall, 65 Fruit Hill Avenue
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To find out about upcoming Providence City Council meetings, meeting dockets and committee meetings, please visit the link below.
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