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6.23.26 Fall River City Council - Ordinances and Legislation
Published: Jun 23, 2026
City Council Committee Discusses Traffic and Parking Ordinances, Approves School Year Parking Restrictions
The committee reviewed proposed ordinances related to traffic and parking regulations. This included the establishment of handicap parking locations and the implementation of parking prohibitions during specific hours on certain streets, particularly around school zones. An amendment was made to adjust the timing of these parking restrictions to align with the school year, specifically from September 1st to June 30th. Additionally, a 15-minute parking zone was proposed for South Main Street East near Sle Street, with specific hours of operation. The committee also discussed the removal of certain handicap parking spots across various streets. All these items were moved through first readings.
City Council Committee Advances Ordinances, Discusses Salary Structures and Stipends
The committee discussed and advanced several procedural and administrative items. This included approving minutes from previous meetings, moving proposed ordinances through first readings, and addressing salary adjustments for city positions. A key discussion point was the establishment of a stipend for the Assistant City Clerk position, which had historically not included a salary despite attending all meetings. The committee also reviewed proposed salary amendments for executive officers and department heads, acknowledging that current salaries have exceeded ordinance limits due to cost of living increases. While a 'band-aid' solution of a 2.5% increase was proposed and passed through first reading, concerns were raised about the methodology and the need for a comprehensive salary study. The administration committed to providing updates on the salary study within a few months, with a longer-term goal of a full restructure and potential outsourcing of the study to be completed.
City Council Committee Considers Redefining Solid Waste Collection Threshold, Aiming for Cost Savings
The committee debated a significant proposed ordinance amendment to the city's solid waste collection and disposal regulations. The core change involves redefining the threshold for city-provided solid waste collection from up to six dwelling units per parcel to up to four dwelling units per parcel. This change is projected to divert approximately 8,000 tons of solid waste and 3,800 tons of recycling from city services annually, leading to substantial cost savings in disposal fees. The discussion highlighted concerns about absentee landlords, enforcement challenges with recycling contamination in larger multi-family units, and the potential financial burden on residents and property owners. Amendments regarding owner-occupied properties and specific property classifications were considered but ultimately the ordinance, as amended to change the threshold to four dwelling units, was recommended for passage through its first reading. The administration indicated that contract negotiations for solid waste services are progressing well, with a new two-year contract and a one-year option anticipated.
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