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Fall River, MA — Jul 23 – Jul 30

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FY2027 Municipal Budget and School Transportation Funding
7.28.2026 Fall River City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council debated the city's nearly half-billion-dollar budget, focusing on a $450,000 shortfall in the school transportation fund. This discussion determined the city's financial priorities and directly impacts taxpayer dollars and school operations for the next fiscal year.

Budget Amendment and Passage
7.28.2026 Fall River City Council - Special Meeting

To resolve the school funding issue, the council voted to transfer $450,000 from the city's reserve account. This final action allowed for the passage of the amended $483.6 million city budget, setting the city's spending plan for the upcoming year.

Beaver Management at Mill Pond
7.27.2026 Board of Health

The Board of Health issued an emergency letter to address flooding and potential road damage near Mill Pond caused by beaver dams. This action allows for the immediate installation of mitigation solutions to prevent a public safety issue and protect city infrastructure.

Also This Week

Memorandum of Agreement on Outside Legal Counsel — 7.28.2026 Fall River City Council - Special Meeting
The council approved a formal agreement with the mayor's office to establish clear rules for when the council can hire its own lawyers, changing a key government procedure.
Allegations of Bullying — 7.28.2026 Fall River City Council - Special Meeting
A School Committee member publicly accused Mayor Coogan of bullying the superintendent during the budget process, though councilors questioned the claim due to a lack of evidence.
Tobacco Violation Hearing: Farm Market — 7.27.2026 Board of Health
A local market was fined $2,000 and had its tobacco license suspended for seven days for a second offense involving the possession of flavored vapes.
Water Fluoridation Update — 7.27.2026 Board of Health
Residents may see fluoride return to the city's water supply within a few months after a multi-year pause on the public health program.
Salary Ordinance for Director of Health and Human Services — 7.28.2026 Fall River City Council - Special Meeting
The council approved a salary amendment for the Director of Health and Human Services, finalizing a pay adjustment for the department head.
Policy on Use of Outside Legal Counsel — 7.28.2026 Fall River City Council - Special Meeting
The council is now developing its own internal policy on hiring outside lawyers, following a new agreement with the mayor.
ARPA Funds Expenditure Status — 7.28.2026 Fall River City Council - Special Meeting
The council received an update on the city's spending of federal ARPA funds, confirming that departments are on track to use the money before federal deadlines.

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