Fall River City Council Discusses Heating and Preservation Needs at Bank Street Armory

Overview: In a recent Fall River City Council meeting, discussions centered around the need to address the heating system and ongoing preservation efforts at the historic Bank Street Armory, along with deliberations on the structural integrity and future uses of other city-owned properties.

Superintendent Curley Resigns Amid Governance Review at Fall River School Meeting

Overview: The Fall River School Committee convened on March 11, 2026, for a special meeting marked by the acceptance of Superintendent Dr. Tracy Curley’s resignation, effective March 13. The meeting also addressed concerns about the governance of the school system, with a deputy commissioner from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education present to discuss a review initiated by the mayor and the committee chair. The session highlighted significant tensions over governance practices and leadership stability within the district.

Fall River City Council Debates Opioid Fund Allocation and Superintendent’s Future

Overview: In a recent Fall River City Council meeting, the council addressed issues including the allocation of funds from the opioid stabilization fund to the opioid settlement revolving fund, the potential termination of Superintendent Curley, and the proposal for a strategic emergency response plan.

Fall River City Council Questions Overtime and Efficiency in Brightly System Implementation

Overview: The Fall River City Council meeting focused on concerns about the management and financial oversight in the implementation of the Brightly software system and the allocation of overtime payments. Two main issues dominated the session: the substantial overtime costs related to the new system and the system’s effectiveness in handling work orders within the school district. Discussions also touched upon traffic management around local schools and the role of School Resource Officers (SROs).

Fall River Sewer Commission Approves $32.4 Million Budget; Focuses on Operational Upgrades and Energy Costs

Overview: The Fall River Sewer Commission meeting resulted in the approval of a $32,441,818 budget for fiscal year 2027, with no increases in sewer rates or stormwater fees. Key discussions included operational upgrades, rising electrical costs due to a new energy contract, and the implementation of a stormwater asset management plan partially funded by a grant.