After hearing from several constituents with concerns regarding their inability to pay their property taxes due to the closure of City Hall, my staff reached out to the Administration to pause Thursday’s previously scheduled tax sale.

During these difficult times, it seems prudent that we allow our constituents extra time to make payments that they may have otherwise made had City Hall been open. This does not mean that residents should not be paying their property taxes in a timely fashion, but in the absence of being able to make payments in person, I felt that we should delay Thursday’s proceedings.

I am glad to share that the Administration agreed and has postponed the tax sale for three additional months – allowing property owners extra time to pay their back taxes and to keep their homes.

I want to thank the Administration for hearing my concerns and acting so quickly to protect the residents of our great city.

Michael Correia, President Pro Tempore

Providence City Council

Councilman – Ward 6