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Councilman John Goncalves
Councilman John Goncalves currently represents the residents of Ward 1, which includes the neighborhoods of Fox Point, Wayland Square, College Hill, the Jewelry District, and downtown Providence. He currently serves as the Senior Deputy Majority Leader and the Chairman of the Committee on City Property, Committee on Claims and Pending Suits, and the Special Committee on State Legislative Affairs. He is also a member of the Committee on Urban Redevelopment Renewal and Planning.
Ward 1: Fox Point Downtown
Recent News
Councilman John Goncalves Calls for a Pause in the Demolition of Historic Homes
The City of Providence’s Planning Department and the Department of Inspections and Standards could soon issue demolition permits to raze three historic homes at 209, 211, and 217 Angell Street," said Councilman and Senior Deputy Majority Leader John Goncalves (Ward...
Statement from Councilman John Goncalves (Ward 1) on the Fane Tower
March 10, 2023 PRESS RELEASE Contact: Parker Gavigan, Director of Communications pgavigan@providenceri.gov Providence, RI – “I’m aware of the Fane Tower news today. We all know this process took time, energy, and resources, and we want to thank the parties...
City Council Committee Leaders Elected
City Council Committee Leaders Elected Council Committees on Public Works, Ordinances, Claims & Pending Suits, State Legislative Affairs and City Property convened tonight to elect committee chairmen Members of the Providence City Council held five committee...
Statement from Councilman John Goncalves on the Opening of Trader Joe’s
"We're so thrilled and excited to welcome Trader Joe's to the neighborhood! Residents from near and far are enthusiastic about the grand opening of another grocer that will offer fresh produce and organic foods to the Capital City and beyond," said Councilman...
Councilman John Goncalves Requests I-195 Redevelopment District Commission Include Residents and Business Owners for Decisions on Future Construction Projects
Today, ahead of their next meeting to hear the mixed-use residential and commercial development proposals for Parcels 8 and 8A, I am respectfully asking Chairman Robert Davis, Executive Director Caroline Skuncik, and the members of the I-195 Redevelopment District...
Statement from Councilman John Goncalves on Redevelopment of the Superman Building
“I would like to thank Governor McKee, Commerce Secretary Pryor, Mayor Elorza, and the team at High Rock Development for their leadership in revitalizing the iconic Superman building in the heart of Downtown Providence. I look forward to engaging with...
