Recent News
Statement from Council President Sabina Matos Regarding RIDE’s Reconstitution Order
Today Commissioner Infante-Green issued her reconstitution order of the Providence Public Schools. I believe that this is a necessary step, and although I have concerns that the state is taking control of more than half of the City’s budget, I remain committed and...
City Council to Hold Special Meeting Regarding Providence City Schools
Providence City Council President Sabina Matos (Ward 15) announced today that she is convening the City Council for a meeting to discuss the status of the Providence City Schools this coming Wednesday at 5:00 PM. “We all must play our part to rebuild our school...
Silver Spring Sidewalks Repaired Thanks to Senior Deputy Majority Leader Narducci
New sidewalks from Nick’s Auto Body to Chelo’s on Silver Spring Street courtesy of Senior Deputy Majority Leader Nicholas J. Narducci Jr. Many thanks to the DPW, and their partners for helping make this area shine!
Statement from Councilwoman Rachel Miller Regarding Club Seven
Statement from Councilwoman Rachel Miller regarding yesterday's DBR ruling to reopen Club Seven: I’m deeply concerned by yesterday’s DBR ruling which allows for Club Seven to reopen, even with restrictions. The residents of Federal Hill deserve better. The countless...
Pro-Tem Correia Calls for Moratorium on JUMP Bikes & E-Scooters
City Council President Pro Tempore Michael Correia (Ward Six) has called on the companies behind JUMP Bikes, Bird Scooters, and Lime Scooters to remove them from Manton and Mount Pleasant neighborhoods until a community meeting can be scheduled in September. “I have...
Statement from Council President Sabina Matos
I have learned that Councilman Luis A. Aponte has entered into a plea agreement and will resign as a member of the Providence City Council, a post he held for more than two decades. As public servants, we are held to a higher standard and Councilman Aponte's...
Statement from City Council President and the Council Leadership Team
Statement from City Council President Sabina Matos and the City Council Leadership Team Regarding the States' Takeover of the Providence City School District: In the aftermath of the Providence Public School District Community Forums and on the eve of a state takeover...
Councilwoman Miller and Colleagues Call for a 1-Year Moratorium on Any New Late-Night Liquor or Entertainment Licences’
Ward 13 Councilwoman, Rachel Miller, introduced an ordinance tonight that calls for a one-year moratorium on any new late-night (2:00 AM) operating, liquor or entertainment licenses in the Federal Hill Neighborhood. She was joined by co-sponsors Council President...
Statement from Majority Leader Jo-Ann Ryan Regarding JUMP Bikes, and e-Scooters
Tonight, I introduced a resolution calling on the administration to complete a formal and thorough analysis of the JUMP Bikes, Bird and Lime e-Scooters. I am seeking a review of the contracts, internal controls, and program operations so that we can fully analyze the...
