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Narducci Welcomes the 2017 “Celebrate Providence! Neighborhood Performing Arts to Hopkins Square
Councilman Nicholas Narducci (Ward 4) is pleased to welcome Opera Providence and the “Celebrate Providence! Neighborhood Performing Arts Initiative” coordinated by the Providence Art, Culture & Tourism Department in collaboration with the Department of Parks &...
Salvatore Issues Statement Regarding Delivery Driver Protections
Councilman David Salvatore (Ward 14) today issued the following statement regarding the passage of a bill the Providence City Council requested from state legislators that increases penalties for assaulting delivery drivers. The resolution was introduced by Councilman...
Correia Calls for Increased Enforcement of Fireworks
Councilman Michael Correia (Ward 6) has formally requested increased enforcement of fireworks used in Providence neighborhoods, especially those that disturb residents late at night. In a letter sent to Providence Police Chief Colonel Hugh Clements, Correia stated,...
Matos Calls for Independent Investigation Regarding School’s Failure to Report Molestation Allegations
Acting Council President Sabina Matos (Ward 15) is calling for an independent investigation of Harry Kizirian Elementary School officials’ failure to report molestation allegations to the Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF). Rhode Island...
Providence City Council Formalizes Support for Paris Climate Accord
The Providence City Council on Thursday unanimously approved and cosponsored a resolution introduced by Councilman Luis Aponte (Ward 10) that formalizes the body’s support for the Paris Climate Accord. “Our federal government has chosen to neglect its duty to...
Salvatore Issues Statement Regarding Proposed Reinstatement of RIPTA Bus Pass Program
Councilman David Salvatore (Ward 14) today issued the following statement in response to the proposed reinstatement of the RIPTA bus pass program that has been approved by the House Finance Committee: “On behalf of my constituents and the people of Providence,...
Providence City Council Approves First Passage of Fiscal Year 2018 Budget
Fiscally responsible budget streamlines spending, reforms tax penalties, improves quality of life in every Providence neighborhood The Providence City Council tonight approved first passage of the $737M city budget for the 2018 fiscal year. The budget is the result of...
Ryan to Introduce Keg Accountability Ordinance
Councilwoman Jo-Ann Ryan (Ward 5) will tonight introduce an ordinance that aims to curb irresponsible and underage drinking that undermines safety and quality of life in Providence neighborhoods. The proposed ordinance makes it easier for law enforcement officers to...
Council Overrides Veto of ‘No Smoking’ Ordinance
The Providence City Council tonight voted to override Mayor Elorza’s veto of an ordinance that aims to protect the public from secondhand smoke in a dense area of public spaces that comprise Providence’s downtown core. The ordinance was approved by the Council on May...
