These news items come from the city council and mayor of Providence, RI.

Council Accepting Applications from Community Members to Serve on PERA
The Council is now accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the city's independent police review board, the Providence External Review Authority (PERA). In February, the Council adopted an ordinance amending PERA, including restructuring the board membership. As a result, the

3rd Annual Ward 4 Easter Egg Hunt to be held on Saturday, March 27, 2010
  Councilman Nicholas J. Narducci, Jr. and the North End Community Action Committee announced the 3rd Annual Ward 4 Easter Egg Hunt that will take place Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 10 a.m. at the Prete-Metcalf Field, located on Hawkins Street, in Providence.  The rain date will be Su

Narducci Continues Drive for Neighborhood Schools
Councilman Nicholas J. Narducci, Jr., Ward 4, a long-time advocate of neighborhood-based public schools, expressed gratitude that the Windmill Elementary School closure, recommended in a report to the Council last month, is being delayed. He also praised the collaborative effort and compromise among

HASSETT TO PROPOSE ELIMINATING HOUSING COURT JUDGE SLOT TO BE VACATED BY TAVERAS
Untitled Page City Councilman Terrence M. Hassett, Ward 12, responded today to reports that Housing Court Judge Angel Tavares is considering a run for Mayor.  If Mr. Tavares decides to become a candidate for elected office, he must resign his judgeship.  &n

Council Overrides Mayor's Veto of PERA Ordinance; Plans to Hire Attorney to Fight Lawsuit
The Council took action to ensure that the proposed reforms for the City's independent police review board (PERA) take effect as soon as possible. The Council voted resoundingly (12 in favor; 3 absent) to override the Mayor's recent veto of the ordinance the Council approved two weeks ago which made

COUNCIL LEADER VOWS VETO OVERRIDE ON POLICE OVERSIGHT BOARD
The recent veto by Mayor David Cicilline to scrap reform of the Providence External Review Authority, the civilian review board created by the Providence City Council to investigate complaints against the police, will likely be overridden at a special meeting of the council this Thursday, according

PROVIDENCE COUNCIL TO CONSIDER SUING STATE OVER WITHHOLDING VEHICLE TAX PAYMENTS
The Providence City Council will consider a resolution that would authorize a lawsuit against the State of Rhode Island to recover motor vehicle tax reimbursements that were due the city on February 1, 2010, but have been withheld by the state, according to City Council Majority Leader Terrence M. H

COUNCIL LEADER VOWS VETO OVERRIDE ON POLICE OVERSIGHT BOARD
The recent veto by Mayor David Cicilline to scrap reform of the Providence External Review Authority, the civilian review board created by the Providence City Council to investigate complaints against the police, will likely be overridden at a special meeting of the council this Thursday, according

Councilman Lombardi: Voices Concerns about School Closings, Requests Details on the Proposals
Councilman John J. Lombardi (Ward 13) sent a letter to Superintendent Thomas Brady last week outlining concerns regarding the Facilities Master Plan, which will affect several schools in his ward.     The Fanning Howey facilities report recommends a reorganization plan that will directly

Council Seeks to Uphold Reform of Independent Police Review Board (PERA)
Following the City Council's successful passage of legislation enacting substantial reforms of Providence's board responsible for civilian oversight of the Police Department (Providence External Review Authority or PERA), the City Solicitor on Friday filed a civil lawsuit in Superior Court challengi

PROVIDENCE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT URGES MOTORISTS TO USE CAUTION DURING COMMUTE
Wet roads and freezing temperatures will result in icy roads and a slow commute during rush hour

MAYOR CICILLINE TO DELIVER HIS ANNUAL STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
State of the City Address will be held on Tuesday, February 2 at 7pm

ANIMAL LOVER DONATES MAJOR GIFT TO THE PROVIDENCE ANIMAL CONTROL SHELTER
$223,670 gift will be used to enhance operations including soundproofing at the new Animal Control facility now under construction

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