Fall River Board of Health Approves Variance for Keeping Chickens Despite Concerns

Overview: In a virtual meeting, the Fall River Board of Health approved a variance request for Bonsi Mule to keep approximately 20 chickens on Niagara Street, Fall River. The approval came despite a neighbor reporting a dead chicken found near the property, which raised concerns about potential rodent problems. The board also approved a new tattoo establishment and practitioner application.

Fall River Historical Commission Supports St. Anne Shrine’s Funding Application for Critical Repairs

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fall River Historical Commission decided to provide a letter of support for St. Anne Shrine Preservation Society’s application to the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) for additional funding. The funds will be used for significant restoration work on the shrine, specifically focusing on repointing stone buttresses to prevent potential structural damage.

Fall River Community Preservation Committee Deliberates on Emergency Funding Guidelines Amid Concerns

Overview: The Fall River Community Preservation Committee recently convened to discuss the criteria for emergency funding applications, focusing on the need to distinguish between genuine emergencies and situations arising from neglect or deferred maintenance. The meeting also touched on the importance of maintaining rigorous application standards and updates on ongoing projects, such as the children’s museum and the Dery Block Project.

Fall River Housing Authority Grapples with Leave Request Policy Amid Employee Concerns

Overview: The Fall River Housing Authority meeting was marked by a discussion on an employee’s controversial request for an unpaid leave of absence, prompting debates about existing policies, their consistency, and potential future implications. This topic overshadowed other matters, including updates on the Gateway Project, various modernization efforts, and the approval of a revised personnel policy manual.

Transparency and Legal Concerns Dominate Fall River School Committee Meeting

Overview: During the recent Fall River School Committee meeting, discussions centered around transparency in legal matters and budget management, alongside updates on superintendent evaluations and school safety. Concerns about a lawsuit filed by former employee Ka Cruz dominated the public comment segment, with calls from citizens for greater transparency and accountability. Meanwhile, the committee tackled the challenge of ensuring all school principals have equitable access to budget information, amidst tension over financial transparency and oversight.