Ward 15
Councilwoman Sabina Matos
Sabina Matos was first elected to the Providence City Council in 2010, and was re-elected in 2018. She represents Ward 15, which includes Olneyville as well as parts of the Silver Lake and Valley neighborhoods. In 2015, Matos became the first Latina elected as Council President Pro Tempore in Providence’s history. In January of 2019 she was elected by a majority of her peers as the first Latina City Council President.
Ward 15: Olneyville, Silver Lake, Valley
Ward 15 is comprised of the Olneyville and Valley neighborhoods, and also shares the Silver Lake neighborhood with Ward 7. This part of the city is home to many redeveloped mill buildings and warehouses which were originally built in the 18th and 19th centuries. These buildings now house artistic showcases, performing arts groups, local organizations and residents. In Ward 15, you will also find the Woonasquatucket River Greenway and the Joslin Park and Recreation Center.
Recent News
Providence City Councilors’ Introduce the Providence Tax Stabilization Investment Act
The Providence Tax Stabilization Investment Act creates a streamlined and transparent process to incentivize development and further grow Providence’s tax base PROVIDENCE, RI (September 17, 2020)…Providence City Council President Sabina Matos (Ward 15), along with a...
Councilors Honor Providence Police Officer Jose Deschamps with Municipal Medal for Deeds of Bravery
At a special ceremony in the City Council chambers this evening, Providence Police Officer Jose Deschamps was honored with the Council’s Municipal Medal for Deeds of Bravery. An ordinance was introduced by Senior Deputy Majority Leader Nicholas J. Narducci Jr, (Ward...
Statement from Council President Sabina Matos Regarding Reports of Contaminated Soil in Olneyville
I am deeply concerned about the recent allegations of contaminated soil being used in the construction of the 6-10 Connector in Olneyville. This breech of public health and safety puts workers, public safety officials, and residents at risk. As the COVID-19 pandemic...
Councilman Goncalves and Council Colleagues Introduce Several Resolutions Regarding Returning to School in Providence
At the September 3 City Council Meeting, Councilman John Goncalves (Ward 1) introduced several resolutions with City Council colleagues regarding the start of the new school year, school improvements and COVID-19 preparedness within Providence schools. “As we approach...
Council President Sabina Matos and President Pro Tempore Michael Correia to Introduce Resolutions Calling on the City to Address Nuisance Issues
City Council President Sabina Matos (Ward 15) will introduce a resolution at tonight's City Council meeting calling on the City Solicitor’s office to reconvene the Providence Nuisance Task Force. The Task Force was initially established to identify and address...
Council President Sabina Matos and Senior Deputy Majority Leader Nicholas J. Narducci Jr. to Introduce Resolution Honoring Officer Jose Deschamps
At tonight’s City Council meeting, Council President Sabina Matos (Ward 15) and Senior Deputy Majority Leader Nicholas J. Narducci Jr. (Ward 4) will introduce a resolution recognizing Officer Jose Deschamps of the Providence Police Department. On August 13, Officer...
