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Statement from Councilman John Goncalves Regarding South Water Street Trail
The South Water Street Trail will provide a safe and enjoyable transportation option for our families, children, and community. Bike-friendly street infrastructure makes streets safer for everyone -- pedestrians, business patrons, visitors -- not just bicyclists. Most...
City Hall Flag Lowered in Honor of City Sergeant David Tassoni– Joint Statement from Mayor Jorge Elorza and Council President John Igliozzi
Today, the flag at City Hall will be lowered to half-staff in honor of the late City Sergeant Dave Tassoni. Sergeant Tassoni was a dedicated city servant, and he will be dearly missed by the City Council, the Mayoral Administration and all of the city staff who had...
Statement from Councilwoman Kat Kerwin Regarding Shooting on Smith Hill Last Night
I am deeply saddened and disturbed by the news of the shooting of a 26-year-old man on Smith Hill last night. I am left, like so many other community members, wondering who could be the next victim and how we can restore a sense of safety in our neighborhood. To the...
Statement from Councilman Michael Correia Regarding Police Standoff Yesterday
Twelve hours after the Providence City Council met with the Chief of Police regarding crime in the city we found ourselves in the midst of shots fired at a police officer, missing him by inches. The professionalism exhibited by the Providence Police bringing this case...
Statement from Councilwoman Jo-Ann Ryan Regarding Arrest of Individual who Shot at Providence Police Officer
Early this morning, my neighbors and I were alerted to a shelter-in-place order due to a domestic abuse situation that led to the assailant firing gunshots at a police officer, and then barricading himself inside a house. I would like to express my gratitude to the...
After Another Weekend of Violent Crime, Council President Igliozzi Calls for Concrete Solutions to Stop Current Crime Wave
Tuesday’s special session of the Providence City Council dedicated to finding solutions to improve public safety. Providence City Council President John Igliozzi offered the following statement regarding another weekend of violent crime incidents in Providence and the...
Statement from Council President John J. Igliozzi Regarding Violence in Providence Last Night
Providence is a great city, with great people. Sadly, last night we experienced more violence and loss of life. We cannot allow violence to define our city. Our residents, business owners, and visitors need to feel safe. I am pledging to dedicate the full resources...
Statement from Council President John J. Igliozzi Recognizing Police on Arrest of Individual in Connection with ATV Attack
On Thursday evening, the Providence Police Department arrested an individual in connection with the shameful attack on an innocent woman by a gang of ATV riders earlier this week. I commend Colonel Hugh Clements and the officers of the Providence Police Department on...
Council President Igliozzi Letter To Governor McKee Requests Assistance From State Police To Help Providence Police Department In Stopping Violent Crime Wave Providence Is Currently Experiencing
Council President Igliozzi Letter To Governor McKee Requests Assistance From State Police To Help Providence Police Department In Stopping Violent Crime Wave Providence Is Currently Experiencing Providence City Council President John Igliozzi has sent the letter below...
