Fall River Council Debates Audit Firm Selection Amid Ethical Concerns

Overview: The Fall River City Council engaged in a discussion regarding the selection of an independent audit firm, a decision emphasized by the presence of ethical concerns and potential conflicts of interest. The meeting also addressed financial decisions, including a $6.4 million transfer to the city’s stabilization fund from surplus revenue and a $100,000 transfer to the opioid settlement revolving fund.

Fall River Zoning Board Denies Variance for Broadway Property

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals denied a variance request for the transformation of an automotive sales facility into a retail storage landscaping yard on Broadway LLC. The meeting also saw discussions on procedural improvements, including formalizing the process for tabling petitions, refining the intake process for plans, and considering fee increases for late submissions.

Fall River Licensing Board Suspends Bar’s Liquor License After Violent Incident

Overview: The Fall River Licensing Board meeting on June 18th, 2024, tackled a series of issues ranging from entertainment licensing to parking configurations for businesses. However, the most pressing topic was the board’s decision to suspend the liquor license of Mickey Doyles, a local bar, due to a violent incident involving blood spatter found inside the establishment.

Fall River Historical Commission Meeting Sparks Interest in Historic South End Rehabilitation

Overview: In a virtual meeting held by the Fall River Historical Commission on June 18th, 2024, the most significant topic discussed was the potential rehabilitation of the South End neighborhood, which included exploring the establishment of a national register district. The meeting also covered the review and approval of demolition notices, an application for the replacement of wood shingles, edits to the annual report, and plans for a real estate seminar.

Fall River Committee Advances Citywide Preservation Efforts

Overview: The Fall River Community Preservation Committee has engaged in discussions to further various preservation projects throughout the city. The committee’s recent meeting covered a breadth of topics, including the oversight of ongoing projects, the review of new initiatives, and the strategic placement of signage for public awareness.