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Councilman James Taylor

Councilman James Taylor represents Ward 8 which includes the Elmwood, South Elmwood, Reservoir Triangle, and the West End neighborhoods. He served on the Providence Fire Department from 1989 to 2016. Councilman Taylor currently serves as the Vice-Chair of the Committee on Finance. 

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Ward 8: Elmwood, South Elmwood, Reservoir Triangle & West End

Ward 8 is home to the Reservoir, West End, Elmwood and South Elmwood neighborhoods. Located in the southern region of the City, Ward 8 is home to some of the most diverse communities in Providence. Here you will find many public parks, historic districts, and residential areas.
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Councilman Taylor Honors Elmwood Coaches

Councilman Taylor Honors Elmwood Coaches

Apr 27, 2019

City Council Honors Legacy of Kenny and Steve Arlan with Commemorative Street Renaming City Councilman James Taylor, (Ward 8) hosted a ceremony on Saturday, April 27, 2019 for the commemorative street renaming of Access Road in honor of the legacy of Kenny and Steve...

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2019 Property Revaluation Complete

2019 Property Revaluation Complete

Apr 11, 2019

What You Need to Know The City of Providence announced on March 29, 2019 that the state-mandated full real estate property revaluation is complete and real estate property value assessment notices will be mailed on April 15, 2019. At this time, the following 2018 real...

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Councilman Taylor Honors Elmwood Coaches

City Council Creates Special Committee on Public Safety

Feb 13, 2019

Council President Sabina Matos has created a special committee to examine public safety in municipal-owned buildings and has tapped Councilman James Taylor to lead the effort. “After much discussion with my colleagues I decided to create a special committee to explore...

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