6.23.26 Fall River City Council - Ordinances and Legislation

The Fall River City Council Ordinances and Legislation Committee met on June 23, 2026, to discuss several municipal ordinances and budget-related matters. Key procurement-related discussions focused on solid waste collection and disposal services, including the negotiation of a new two-year contract with a one-year option. The council considered amendments to the solid waste ordinance, particularly redefining residential units eligible for city waste collection to reduce disposal tonnage and costs by an estimated $1.3 million annually. The discussion highlighted enforcement challenges and the impact of absentee landlords on waste management. Additionally, the council reviewed salary schedule amendments for political appointments, department heads, and non-union personnel, approving a cost-of-living adjustment of 2.5% effective July 1, 2026, while agreeing to pursue a comprehensive compensation study for future salary adjustments. Motions to approve ordinances and amendments passed with majority votes, and the committee recommended advancing the solid waste ordinance through first reading.