Fall River CivicMeeting.net Weekly

The city is entering a new multi-year, multi-million dollar contract for trash and recycling pickup, a core service for every household. The City Council debated the contract's cost, which is over $16.5 million, and terms, which will directly impact residents' wallets and weekly routines.

The mayor has submitted the proposed city budget for the next fiscal year, kicking off the most critical financial debate of the year. This document outlines all planned city spending, from schools to public safety, and will determine local tax rates.

The school department's nutrition program has accumulated an $8 million surplus, a figure so large it was flagged in a city audit. Officials are now planning to spend $4.5 million of it on kitchen equipment and vehicles to avoid potential state penalties.