For the past two years, I have led the City Council’s call for operational and management reforms to the Board of Licenses. An important component of this effort was the “Pine Report” which was commissioned by the City Council to address growing concerns regarding the Board’s ability to provide business owners and the public with consistent licensing procedures that balance the City’s need for a healthy economy and public safety. The comprehensive report called for a number of reforms. The Council and the administration have been working to implement its recommendations.
At this time, I thank Mr. Pichardo for his service and support the Mayor’s request for him to step down as Chairman. New leadership of the Board will make a positive impact on our community of business owners and the residents of Providence.
Board of Licensing reform is part of the Council’s ongoing effort to bolster and grow the City’s economy while protecting the quality of life in our neighborhoods.
— Providence City Council Majority Whip Jo-Ann Ryan, Ward 5
I would like to commend Mayor Jorge Elorza for his call for the resignation of Juan Pichardo as Chair of the Providence Board of Licensing. I too believe it’s time for a change in leadership there, and have been vocal about that in my role as City Councilor. I wish Mr. Pichardo luck in any new endeavors and am hopeful for a smooth transition at the Board of Licensing.
–Providence City Councilman Michael Correia, Ward 6
Councilwoman Castillo was joined by city, state and school officials on Saturday, October 14th, 2017 at a newly remodeled Sackett Street Recreation Center to cut the ribbon and open the gym for use.
This newly renovated space will be used by the school and after school programs for kids to exercise, build team work and learn from adult mentors.
The ribbon cutting ceremony was followed by a performance in the newly remodeled gymnasium by a group of traditional Latin dancers from the area.
Acting Council President Matos joins Principal Brent Kermen, members of the Providence Police Department and volunteers on the Walking Bus route at William D’abate Elementary School.
The walking bus is comprised of volunteers who help provide a safe and timely passage to school for students whom the bus does not service.
Read more about walking bus routes and how you can start one in your community
Ward 4 Councilman Nicholas J. Narducci, the North End Community Action Committee and the Department of Parks and Recreation hosted the 11th annual Septemberfest at Prete-Metcalf Field on Saturday September 16, 2017.