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Nuestro registro de New Bedford podría estar desactualizado. El registro más reciente que tenemos es del Wed Jul 1, 2026. (hace 61 días) Es posible que las reuniones más nuevas aún no se hayan publicado en el portal oficial, o que aún no las hayamos recopilado. Esto describe nuestro registro, no si el consejo o junta se ha reunido. Consulte el portal oficial antes de concluir que no hay nada programado.
New BedfordMA averageUS Census ACS
Population
100,731
Per-capita income
$30,475
Median home value
$324,400
Bachelor's or higher
17%
Typical home value $446,955 +3.5% yr/yr · +34.7% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Reuniones recientes

Wed Jul 1, 2026

City Property Committee

La Autoridad Portuaria votó vender 276 MacArthur Drive

El Comité de Propiedades de la Ciudad está discutiendo varias disposiciones de propiedades, incluyendo un voto de la Autoridad Portuaria para vender 276 MacArthur Drive, solicitudes de propuestas (RFP) para cinco propiedades anteriores de la ciudad, y propuestas para dos estaciones de bomberos. El comité también considerará un arrendamiento de 15 años para un lote en MacArthur Drive al Massachusetts Clean Energy Center y mociones relacionadas sobre retrasos en acuerdos de compra-venta.

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CITY PROPERTY COMMITTEE TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.  COMMUNICATION, Councillor Giesta, submitting a letter from Blair Bailey, General Counsel for the New Bedford Port Authority, regarding the Port Authority’s vote to sell the real property known and numbered as 276 MacArthur Drive, incorporating New Bedford Assessors Map 59, Lots 170, 171, 173, 149 and 217. (Matter ID #1582) (Referred – September 25, 2025.) INVITEES: Blair Bailey, General Counsel, New Bedford Port Authority; Gordon Carr, Executive Director, New Bedford Port Authority; Atty. David Gerwatowski, Legal Counsel; Atty. Eric Jaikes, City Solicitor; Representative, Mayor’s Office 1. COMMUNICATION - NB Port Authority - 276 MacArthur Drive.pdf 2.  COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS for the disposition and development of the former Police Station #2, located at 170 Cove Street; The New Bedford Armory located at 989 Pleasant Street; the former Phillips Avenue School located at 249 Phillips Avenue; the former Horatio A. Kempton School located at 135 Shawmut Avenue and the former William H. Taylor School located at 620 Brock Ave …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026

Special Committee on Special Permits and Licensing

Comité para discutir la viabilidad de salas de consumo de cannabis

El Comité Especial de Permisos y Licencias revisará dos solicitudes de licencia y una moción sobre establecimientos de consumo de cannabis. El cuerpo tiene la tarea de explorar la legalidad e implementación de los Acuerdos de la Comunidad Anfitriona para salas de consumo de cannabis en el sitio.

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SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS AND LICENSING WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.  COMMUNICATION, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, submitting an Application for a NEW PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE , on behalf of George Almeida, d/b/a ALL NEEDS TRANSPORTATION , 32 Liberia Lane, New Bedford, MA. (Term of License July 01, 2026 – June 30, 2027.) (Matter ID #0918) (Referred – May 28, 2026.)   INVITEES: George Almeida 1. NEW LIVERY - All Needs Transportation.pdf 2.  COMMUNICATION, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, to City Council, submitting a PETITION, Anna Thomas, Fall River, MA d/b/a ALL THINGS WITH ANNA, 127 W. Rodney French Boulevard, New Bedford, MA , requesting a Waiver of Residency in accordance with Section 15-38 of the City Code, to obtain a LICENSE TO DEAL IN JUNK, OLD METALS OR ANY OTHER SECONDHAND ARTICLES. (Matter ID #1063) (Referred – June 11, 2026.)   INVITEE: Anna Thomas 2. WAIVER OF RESIDENCY - All Things with Anna.pdf 3.  WRITTEN MOTION, Councillors Abreu and Oliver, requesting that the City Council engage the appropriate City department heads to explore the feasibility of permitt …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026

Ordinance Committee

El Comité de Ordenanzas revisará múltiples enmiendas a departamentos municipales y administrativas

El Comité de Ordenanzas discutirá varias ordenanzas propuestas presentadas por el alcalde Mitchell. Estas propuestas buscan modificar los códigos municipales en materia de servicios de salud, administración, licencias, parques y asuntos de veteranos.

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ORDINANCE COMMITTEE TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.    CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS 1.   COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDINANCE, amending Chapter 2, Section 2-47 establishing of the Department of Health and Human Services. (Matter ID #1041) (Referred – June 11, 2026.)   1a.   AN ORDINANCE, (Matter ID #1042) (Referred – June 11, 2026) INVITEES: Atty. David Gerwatowski, Legal Counsel; Atty. Eric Jaikes, City Solicitor; Stephanie Sloan, Director, Health Department; Representative, Mayor’s Office COMM&ORDINANCE- Ch 2 Health and Human Services.pdf 2.   COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDINANCE, amending Chapter 2, Administration – relative to Article IX, Human Rights Commission; Article X – Council on Aging; Article XIII – Commission for Citizens with Disabilities; Article XVI – Division of Community Services; Article XX – Department of Facilities and Fleet Management and Article XXI – Public Infrastructure Department. (Matter ID #1043) (Referred – June 11, 2026.) 2a.    AN ORDINANCE, (Matter ID #1044) (Referred &n …
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Thu Jun 25, 2026

City Council

El Concejo considerará un préstamo de $20.4M para el plan de control de desbordamiento de alcantarillado

El Concejo Municipal votará sobre ordenanzas para suspender los aumentos por escalafón y el COLA para la gerencia en el año fiscal 2027, y para enmendar la licencia familiar remunerada. Los artículos financieros clave incluyen una orden de préstamo de $20.4 millones para el control de CSO a largo plazo, más de $2 millones en transferencias de fondos para la remoción de nieve y otros servicios, y cambios propuestos en las tarifas de aguas residuales. El concejo también considera nuevas licencias de transporte privado y una moción para regular bicicletas y scooters eléctricos.

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CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026 7:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER - ROOM 214 133 WILLIAM ST OPENING SESSION: CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT RYAN J. PEREIRA PRAYER LED BY: BRIAN DUBE, LEAD PASTOR, CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CENTER    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. MAYOR'S PAPERS M1.     COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDER for the TRANSFER of $1,728,454.00 from WASTEWATER FREE CASH to SPECIAL PROJECTS FUND. M1a.   AN ORDER, COMMUNICATION-ORDER-TRANSFER FROM WASTEWATER FREE CASH TO SPECIAL PROJECTS FUND.pdf M2.    COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDER for the TRANSFER of $2,842,753.00 from WATER FREE CASH to WATER STABILIZATION FUND. M2a.   AN ORDER, COMMUNICATION-ORDER-TRANSFER FROM WATER FREE CASH TO WATER STABILIZATION FUND.pdf M3.    COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDER for the TRANSFER of $334,000.00 from STABILIZATION FUND to DEBT OTHER FINANCING USES. M3a.   AN ORDER, COMMUNICATION-ORDER-TRANSFER FROM STABILIZATION FUND TO DEBT OTHER FINANCING USES.pdf M4.      COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDER for …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026

Ordinance Committee

El Comité de Ordenanzas de New Bedford analiza cambios de zonificación y asuntos de personal municipal

El comité está revisando una propuesta para establecer distritos de código basado en forma dentro de las regulaciones de zonificación de la ciudad. Otros puntos incluyen aumentos propuestos para tarifas administrativas, la creación de un puesto de Superintendente Adjunto de Espacios Verdes y una solicitud de un programa de incentivos de jubilación anticipada.

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ORDINANCE COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.  PUBLIC HEARING, CONTINUED, on a COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDINANCE, Amending Chapter 9, ZONING – establishing FORM-BASED CODE DISTRICTS. (Matter ID #0440) (Referred – April 09, 2026.) (Duly advertised in The Standard Times on Monday, May 13, 2026 and Monday, May 20, 2026.) (May 27, 2026 – Public Hearing continued until June 24, 2026.)   1a.  AN ORDINANCE, (Matter ID #0441) (Referred – April 09, 2026.) (Duly advertised in The Standard Times on Monday, May 13, 2026 and Monday, May 20, 2026.) (May 27, 2026 – Public Hearing continued until June 24, 2026.)   1b.  COMMUNICATION, Jennifer Carloni, Director, Planning Department, to Councillor Shane A. Burgo, Chairman, Committee on Ordinances, advising that the Planning Board held a public hearing on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, to discuss a request made by the City Council for the Planning Board to review and make a recommendation relative to adding a new section 6000 establishing Form-Based Code Districts, further amending section 2230 – Table of Principal Use Reg …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026

Finance Committee

El Comité de Finanzas revisará el presupuesto anual de la CPA para el año fiscal 27

El Comité de Finanzas considerará el presupuesto anual propuesto por el Comité de Preservación Comunitaria para el año fiscal 2027, que cubre gastos administrativos y proyectos de preservación. Este asunto fue remitido desde la reunión del 11 de junio de 2026 del Concejo Municipal.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026 6:30 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.  COMMUNICATION, Community Preservation Committee, submitting the CPA annual budget for fiscal year 2027, for Committee administrative expenses and Community Preservation Projects in fiscal year 2027. (Referred – June 11, 2026.) INVITEES: Jessica Bailey, Community Preservation Act Manager; Janine da Silva, Chairperson, Community Preservation Committee COMMUNICATION - CPA Annual Budget FY27.pdf   In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if any accommodations are needed, please contact the City Council Office at 508-979-1455. Requests should be made as soon as possible but at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
Tue Jun 23, 2026

Appointments & Briefings Committee

Comité para revisar las designaciones del consejo y la oposición a la instalación de Parallel Products

El Comité de Designaciones y Resúmenes considerará cuatro designaciones del alcalde a los consejos y comisiones de la ciudad. La reunión también incluye discusiones sobre el impacto de la construcción de County Street y varios movimientos que se oponen a una instalación de residuos propuesta por Parallel Products, Inc.

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APPOINTMENTS & BRIEFINGS COMMITTEE TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.  COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the REAPPOINTMENT of RICARD REZENDES, New Bedford, MA to the LICENSING BOARD this term will expire in June 2032. (Matter ID #0893) (Referred – May 28, 2026.) INVITEES: Ricard Rezendes REAPPT. RICARD REZENDES.Licensing.Board.pdf 2.  COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the APPOINTMENT of LARA HARRINGTON, New Bedford, MA to the AIRPORT COMMISSION, Ms. Harrington will be replacing Christina E. Cotsoridis, who resigned in January 2025; this term will expire in December 2027. (Matter ID #0894) (Referred – May 28, 2026.) INVITEES: Lara Harrington APPT.LARA HARRINGTON.Airport.Commission.pdf 3.  COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the APPOINTMENT of JUSTIN OHLSON, New Bedford, MA to the WATER BOARD, Mr. Ohlson will be replacing the late Patrick E. Rogers, who resigned in January 2025; this term will expire in April 2027. (Matter ID #0895) (Referred – May 28, 2026.) INVITEES: Justin Ohlson APPT.JUSTIN OHLSON.Water.Board.pdf 4.  COMMUNICATI …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Special City Council Meeting

El Concejo Municipal realiza la sesión final de recortes presupuestarios para el FY27

El Concejo Municipal de New Bedford se reúne para considerar y asignar fondos para el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027, que incluye un fondo general de $493 millones y varios fondos empresariales y de ingresos especiales. Todas las órdenes de asignación se remiten al Comité Cuasi Plenario para su discusión y posible aprobación.

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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026 7:00 PM 133 WILLIAM STREET, NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, RM. 214 OPENING SESSION BY: CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT RYAN J. PEREIRA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:  MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS AGENDA ITEMS A.   COMMUNICATION, City Council President Pereira, to City Clerk Farias, calling a SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING on MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026, at 7:00 pm CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, of CITY HALL, for the FY27 FINAL BUDGET/BUDGET CUT SESSION. CALL OF THE MEETING.pdf B.   ORDER, appropriating $493,139,486.00 from ORDINARY REVENUE AND MUNICIPAL RECEIPTS of Fiscal Year beginning July 1,2026 and ending June 30, 2027, for payment of current expenses of various municipal departments. (To be Referred to the Quasi Committee of the Whole.) FY27 BUDGET ORDER.pdf C.   ORDER, appropriating $1,408,557.00 in 12 equal monthly increments, from Airport Receipts of FY27 in the Airport Budget. (Referred to the Quasi Committee of the Whole - May 13, 2026) FY27 AIRPORT ORDER.pdf D.   ORDER, appropriating $133,747.00 from the Hotel and Lodging Tax in the Arts, Culture and Tourism Fund in 12 equal monthly increments from FY27 municipal receipts. (Referred to the Quasi …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026

Finance Committee

El Comité de Finanzas evaluará la reducción de la edad para la exención fiscal de los mayores a 65 años

El Comité de Finanzas considerará reducir la edad para la elegibilidad de la exención de impuestos sobre la propiedad de 70 a 65 y discutir otras posibles exenciones para los propietarios mayores. El comité también revisará varias solicitudes de transferencia de presupuesto del Alcalde, incluido un monto de 2.1 millones de dólares del Fondo de Estabilización General para la eliminación de nieve y otros servicios, y una transferencia de 750.000 dólares de varios departamentos a los servicios municipales.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 REVISED AGENDA NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.  WRITTEN MOTION, Councillor Oliver, requesting, that the Committee on Finance meet with Chief Financial Officer, Bob Ekstrom, and MAA Administrative Assistant to the Board of Assessors Sherie Pinzino, to review the current criteria for tax exemption eligibility at age 70 and to consider taking the necessary action to lower the eligibility age to 65; and further, that the Committee on Finance discuss any other exemptions that the City of New Bedford may implement in an effort to assist the City’s senior property owners. (Matter ID #1499) (Referred – September 11, 2025.) (March 16, 2026 – tabled) INVITEES: Robert Ekstrom, Chief Financial Officer; Kendra Parker, Assistant City Assessor; Sherie Pinzino, Administrative Assistant to the Board of Assessors 2.  COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDER for the TRANSFER of $2,099,535.00 from GENERAL STABILIZATION, to SNOW REMOVAL, Purchase of Services in the amount of $1,933,404.00; PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, Purchase of Services in the amount of $101,316.00 and FACILITIES AND FLEET MANAGEMENT, Purcha …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026

City Council

El Concejo votará sobre una exención de impuestos para el proyecto de escuela a condominios en 91 Summer St.

El Concejo Municipal votará sobre una Exención de Incremento de Impuestos del Programa de Incentivos para el Desarrollo de Vivienda para Vanko Studio Architects con el fin de remodelar la escuela Holy Family Elementary School, actualmente vacante en 91 Summer Street, en 44 condominios. El Alcalde también propone múltiples transferencias presupuestarias que suman más de $2 millones, incluyendo el traslado de $480,000 del Stabilization Fund a Fire Personal Services. El Concejo considerará varias enmiendas de ordenanza para establecer un Department of Health and Human Services y actualizar los códigos de administración, salud, licencias, parques y veteranos. Se han programado audiencias públicas para las instalaciones de conductos de Eversource en William Street.

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CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026 7:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER - ROOM 214 133 WILLIAM ST OPENING SESSION: CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT RYAN J. PEREIRA PRAYER  LED BY: DONNA M. BRITTO, DEACONESS, IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHURCH PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. HEARINGS 1.   HEARING, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 208’ of Conduit in WILLIAM STREET, this work is necessary to improve the infrastructure of William Street. 1a.  AN ORDER, 06.11.2026 HEARING (Maps) - WILLIAM STREET.pdf 2.   HEARING, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 18’ of Conduit to proposed Handhole in sidewalk area for 152 WILLIAM STREET, this work is necessary to provide service of 152 William Street. 2a.  AN ORDER, 06.11.2026 HEARING(Maps) - 152 William Street.pdf MAYOR'S PAPERS M1.      COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDER for the TRANSFER of $750,000.00 from INSPECTIONAL SERVICES, Personal Services in the amount of $110,000.00; FACILITIES AND FLEET, Personal Services in the amount of $236,000.00; RECREATION AND PARKS, Personal Services in the amount of $80,000.00; ELEC …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026

Finance Committee

El Comité de Finanzas de New Bedford discute tarifas de aguas residuales y un préstamo de $20.4 millones

El comité revisará una ordenanza para cambiar la forma en que se establecen las tarifas de aguas residuales. También considerarán las tarifas de aguas residuales propuestas y los cargos base para los años fiscales 2027 y 2028. Además, el comité discutirá una orden de préstamo para financiar proyectos de control de CSO a largo plazo y de mejora de capital.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026 6:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.  COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDINANCE, amending Chapter 16, Municipal Utilities and Services, Section 16-94 – Rate Charges, to provide the Council and the Administration greater flexibility in setting the wastewater rates. (Matter ID #0617) (Referred – May 12, 2026.) 1a.  AN ORDINANCE, (Matter ID #0618) (Referred – May 12, 2026.) INVITEES: Robert Ekstrom, Chief Financial Officer; Jamie Ponte, Commissioner, Department of Public Infrastructure; Representative, Mayor’s Office COMMUNICATION-ORDINANCE-AMENDING_CHAPTER_16.pdf 2.  COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDER for proposed wastewater rates for Fiscal Year 2027 and Fiscal Year 2028 and proposed Wastewater Annual Base Charges for Fiscal Year 2027, to take effect on July 1, 2026. (Matter ID #0619) (Referred – May 12, 2026.) 2a.  AN ORDER, (Matter ID #0620) (Referred – May 12, 2026.) INVITEES: Robert Ekstrom, Chief Financial Officer; Jamie Ponte, Commissioner, Department of Public Infrastructure; Representative, Mayor’s Office …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026

Special Committee on Special Permits and Licensing

El Comité revisa tres solicitudes de licencias de transporte privado

El Comité Especial sobre Permisos Especiales y Licencias revisará solicitudes de licencias de transporte privado nuevas y de renovación. La reunión trata sobre tres solicitudes específicas de negocios de transporte.

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SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS AND LICENSING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026 6:30 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS 1.   COMMUNICATION, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, submitting an Application for a NEW PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE , on behalf of Maria DePina, 28 Windsor Circle, Brockton, MA and Maria L. Pires, 60 Foster Street, Brockton, MA, d/b/a SISTER EXPRESS TRANSPORT , 109 Robeson Street, New Bedford, MA. (Term of License July 01, 2026 – June 30, 2027 .) (Matter ID #0453) (Referred – April 09, 2026.) (May 11, 2026 – tabled.) INVITEES: Maria DePina; Maria L. Pires NEW LIVERY - SISTER EXPRESS TRANSPORT.pdf 2.   COMMUNICATION, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, submitting an Application for a NEW PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE on behalf of Fabio J. Teixeira DaGraca, d/b/a GRACA’S SOLUTIONS TRANSPORTATION, 175 Hemlock Street, New Bedford, MA. (License to Expire - June 30, 2026.) (Matter ID #0649) (Referred – May 12, 2026) INVITEE: Fabio J. Teixeira DaGraca NEW LIVERY - GRACA'S SOLUTIONS TRANSPORTATION.pdf 3.   COMMUNICATION, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, submitting an Application for RENEWAL of a PRIVATE LIVERY L …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026

Environmental Affairs - Special Committee

Discusión sobre el acuerdo de transporte en camiones para el vecindario de Shawmut Avenue detrás del aeropuerto

El Comité Especial de Asuntos Ambientales se reunirá con el Procurador de la Ciudad, los propietarios de A-1 Asphalt y Pico Stone, y otras partes interesadas para discutir el estado de un acuerdo de transporte/envío para el traslado de materiales a través del vecindario de Shawmut Avenue cerca del New Bedford Airport. La reunión se produce tras una moción escrita del Concejal Choquette y es solo para discusión; no se espera una decisión final.

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ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS - SPECIAL COMMITTEE TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETING AGENDA ITEMS: 1.    WRITTEN MOTION, Councillor Choquette, requesting, that the Special Committee on Environmental Affairs meet with Atty. Eric Jaikes, City Solicitor, along with the owner of A-1 Asphalt located at 1861 Shawmut Avenue, New Bedford, and the Owner of Pico Stone, located at 104 River Road, New Bedford, in order to discuss the status of the trucking/shipping agreement related to the transportation of materials through the Shawmut Avenue neighborhood behind the New Bedford Airport. (Matter ID #0645) (Referred – May 12, 2026.)   INVITEES: A-1 Asphalt, Inc., Atty. David Gerwatowski, Legal Counsel ; Eric Jaikes, City Solicitor, Manuel Madruga, Owner of Pico Stone Imports and Supply; Danny Romanowicz, Commissioner, Department of Inspectional Services; Abutters on Shawmut Avenue, Representative, Mayor’s Office   In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if any accommodations are needed, please contact the City Council Office at 508-979-1455. Requests should be made as soon as possible but at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
Mon Jun 8, 2026

Special City Council Meeting

El Concejo votará sobre dos enmiendas a la ordenanza de zonificación

El Concejo Municipal de New Bedford celebrará una reunión especial para tomar acción final sobre dos ordenanzas que modifican el Capítulo 9 del código municipal. Una ordenanza revisa la Tabla de Usos Principales en el Apéndice A; la otra revisa la Tabla de Regulaciones Dimensionales en el Apéndice B, afectando el desarrollo de relleno residencial y múltiples edificios por lote. Ambas ordenanzas fueron aprobadas previamente para una segunda lectura el 12 de mayo de 2026.

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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026 6:00 PM 133 WILLIAM STREET, NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, RM. 214 NOTE:  THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS AGENDA ITEMS 1.   COMMUNICATION, Council President Pereira, to City Clerk Farias, requesting that a SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING IS CALLED FOR MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026 AT 6PM for action on two Chapter 9 Ordinances. CALL OF THE MEETING.pdf 2.   AN ORDINANCE, amending Chapter 9, Appendix A – Table of Principal Uses Regulations (Passed to a Second Reading – May 12, 2026.) AN ORDINANCE - APPENDIX A - TABLE OF PRINCIPAL USES.pdf 3.   AN ORDINANCE, amending Chapter 9, Appendix B – Table of Dimensional Regulations, Residential Infill Development and Multiple buildings per lot. (Passed to a Second Reading – May 12, 2026.) AN ORDINANCE - CH9 - APPENDIX B - TABLE OF DIMENSIONAL REGULATIONS.pdf In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if any accommodations are needed, please contact the City Council Office at 508-979-1455.   Requests should be made as soon as possible but at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
Mon Jun 8, 2026

Quasi Committee of the Whole - Budget Hearings

El Concejo Municipal realiza audiencias de presupuesto para múltiples departamentos

El Concejo Municipal de New Bedford, actuando como Comité Cuasi Plenario, realiza audiencias de presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026. La agenda incluye revisiones de partidas de los departamentos de policía, bomberos, infraestructura pública, aguas residuales, agua, instalaciones y gestión de flotas, junto con Sullivan's Ledge, recolección de residuos y el Teatro Zeiterion.

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QUASI COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE - BUDGET HEARINGS MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026 6:00 PM NOTE:  THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS MIS                                                                                                     PAGES 93-97 POLICE                                                                                              PAGES 111-115 FIRE                                                                             & …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026

Quasi Committee of the Whole - Budget Hearings

El consejo de New Bedford celebra audiencias presupuestarias para varios departamentos

El Comité Quasi de Todo el Consejo de New Bedford celebrará audiencias públicas sobre el presupuesto de 2026 para varios departamentos de la ciudad, incluidos Compras, Resiliencia y Gobernanza Ambiental, Servicios Urbanos y el Zoológico. La reunión se transmitirá en vivo y se grabará.

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QUASI COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE - BUDGET HEARINGS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026 6:00 PM NOTE:  THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS PURCHASING                                                                                    Pages 123-127 RESILIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP                         Pages 129-133 City Utilities                                                                                          Page 165 ZOO                                                              &nbs …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026

Quasi Committee of the Whole - Budget Hearings

El Concejo Municipal realiza audiencias presupuestarias para el FY2026

El Concejo Municipal de New Bedford está realizando una audiencia presupuestaria como un Comité Cuasi Plenario para revisar los presupuestos propuestos para múltiples fondos y departamentos para el año fiscal 2026. Las discusiones cubrirán el Fondo de Empresa de Acceso a Cable, Elecciones, Turismo/Marketing, Fondo de Artes, Cultura y Turismo, Comisión de Tránsito, Fondo de Empresa del Centro, Biblioteca, Planificación, Director Financiero y varias cuentas de beneficios para empleados.

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QUASI COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE - BUDGET HEARINGS MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026 6:00 PM NOTE:  THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS CABLE ACCESS ENTERPRISE FUND                                             PAGES 191-195 ELECTIONS                                                                                       PAGES 47-51 TOURISM/MARKETING                                                                     PAGES 141-145 ARTS, CULTURE & TOURISM FUND                                                PAGE 189 TRAFFIC COMMISSION                                          …
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Thu May 28, 2026

Committee on Economic Development

El comité discute la planificación de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026 y el turismo regional

El Comité de Desarrollo Económico discutirá estrategias para atraer visitantes durante la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026. Los miembros también revisarán el impacto de las nuevas ordenanzas de zonificación en el crecimiento económico y considerarán acercamientos a posibles desarrolladores de negocios.

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COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 6:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.  WRITTEN MOTION, Councillors Abreu, Lopes and Choquette, that the City of New Bedford, through its Tourism & Marketing Office and all relevant departments and organizations, actively engage in regional planning and promotional efforts associated with the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as five group stage matches will be held at Gillette Stadium between June 13 and July 9, 2026; and further, that the City recognize the significant opportunity presented by anticipated overflow hotel demand and increased regional visitation by positioning New Bedford as a welcoming and accessible destination for out-of-town and international visitors attending these matches; and further, that the Tourism & Marketing Office work in coordination with State and regional tourism partners, local hotels, restaurants, and business organizations to develop and implement a targeted marketing strategy showcasing New Bedford’s accommodations, dining, arts, culture, and waterfront amenities; and further, that the City explore opportunities to support visitor access through transportation coordination, informational mater …
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Thu May 28, 2026

City Council

El Concejo evaluará la congelación de aumentos escalonados y COLA para la gestión en el año fiscal 2027

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo cuatro audiencias públicas sobre ubicaciones de conductos de servicios públicos y zapatas de aceras, luego considerará un paquete de documentos del alcalde. Los elementos más importantes son ordenanzas propuestas para suspender los aumentos escalonados y el COLA anual para los puestos de gestión de la Unidad C en todo el gobierno municipal para el año fiscal 2027. La agenda también incluye más de 20 transferencias presupuestarias que suman cientos de miles de dólares, en su mayoría moviendo fondos de Servicios Personales de Infraestructura Pública a otros departamentos, y autorizaciones para fondos rotatorios que van desde $240 hasta $60,000.

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CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 7:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER - ROOM 214 133 WILLIAM ST OPENING OF SESSION BY: CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT RYAN J. PEREIRA PRAYER LED BY: REVEREND CHRISTOPHER PESCHEL, OUR LADY OF MT. CARMEL PARISH PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. HEARINGS 1.  HEARING, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 15’ of Conduit in HAWTHORN STREET, to property line of 115 Hawthorn Street. 1a.  AN ORDER, 05.28.2026 HEARING (Maps) - HAWTHORN STREET.pdf 2.  HEARING, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 15’ of Conduit and one Handhole in BLACKMER STREET, this work is necessary to provide upgraded service to Blackmer Street at the corner of County Street. 2a.  AN ORDER, 05.28.2026 HEARING (Maps) - BLACKMER STREET.pdf 3.  HEARING, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 14’ of Conduit in BROCK AVENUE, this work is necessary to provide upgraded service to Brock Avenue. 3a.  AN ORDER, 05.28.2026 HEARING (Maps) - BROCK AVENUE.pdf 4.  HEARING, Servedwell National Club LLC, for location of two underground umbrella footings at 24 Union Street. 4a.&nbs …
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Thu May 28, 2026

Quasi Committee of the Whole - Budget Hearings

El Consejo Municipal revisa los presupuestos propuestos para varios departamentos

El Consejo Municipal de New Bedford, actuando como Comité de Toda la Cámara, está celebrando una audiencia presupuestaria para revisar el gasto propuesto para varios departamentos, incluidos Servicios de Salud y Humanos, Comisión para Ciudadanos con Discapacidades, Assessors, Solicitor, Oficina del Alcalde y Relaciones Laborales. El orden del día enumera las referencias de página para el presupuesto de cada departamento, pero no incluye cantidades específicas de dólares ni resultados de votación. Esta es una sesión deliberativa centrada en examinar los detalles presupuestarios.

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QUASI COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE - BUDGET HEARINGS TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026 6:00 PM NOTE:  THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES                                                         PAGES 71 -73 (including Community Services, Licensing, Parks & Recreation, and Veterans Services) COMMISSION FOR CITIZENS WITH DISABILITIES                        PAGE 197 ASSESSORS                                                                                     PAGES 17-21 SOLICITOR                                                                                        PAGES 135-139 Court Judgements              …
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Wed May 27, 2026

Ordinance Committee

El Concejo Municipal escuchará la ordenanza de zonificación para distritos de código basado en la forma

El Comité de Ordenanzas llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una ordenanza para enmendar el Capítulo 9, Zonificación, estableciendo distritos de código basado en la forma. La reunión está programada para el miércoles 27 de mayo de 2026, a las 7:00 PM en el City Hall.

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ORDINANCE COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS 1.   PUBLIC HEARING on a COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDINANCE, amending Chapter 9, ZONING - establishing FORM-BASED CODE DISTRICTS. (Matter ID #0440) (Referred – April 09, 2026. (Duly advertised in The Standard Times on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 and Monday, May 20, 2026.)   1a.   AN ORDINANCE, (Matter ID #0441) (Referred – April 09, 2026.) (Duly advertised in The Standard Times on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 and Monday, May 20, 2026.)   INVITEES: Jennifer Carloni, Director, Planning Department; Atty. David Gerwatowski, Legal Counsel; Atty. Eric Jaikes, City Solicitor; Representative, Mayor’s Office FORM BASED CODE DISTRICT ORDINANCE.pdf In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if any accommodations are needed, please contact the City Council Office at 508-979-1455. Requests should be made as soon as possible but at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
Wed May 27, 2026

Finance Committee

El Comité de Finanzas discute préstamos para proyectos de agua e informes sobre propiedades exentas de impuestos

El comité está revisando una solicitud de financiamiento de préstamo interino para proyectos del Massachusetts Clean Water Trust a una tasa de interés del 0.0%. Además, el comité está considerando una moción para que la Treasurer’s Office informe sobre el valor y el estado de todas las propiedades exentas de impuestos.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026 6:30 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.  COMMUNICATION, John Taxiarchos, Treasurer/Collector, to Councillor Joseph P. Lopes, Chair, Committee on Finance, presenting a request for interim loan financing for Massachusetts Clean Water Trust projects; the interim loans are available to the City at an interest rate of 0.0%. (Received – May 06, 2026.) INVITEES: Robert Ekstrom, Chief Financial Officer; Jamie Ponte, Commissioner, Department of Public Infrastructure; John Taxiarchos, Treasurer/Collector Finance Committee Letter - May 2026 ILN.pdf Finance Committee Vote- SRF Loans 5_27_2026.doc Chair Suggests 'Waive Reading', 'No Further Action' and 'Report Out to the Full City Council' 2.  WRITTEN MOTION, Council President Carney, requesting, that the Treasurer’s Office provide a report identifying all tax-exempt properties, including churches, listing their value, property status as active or vacant, and number of years vacant if applicable. (Matter ID #2090) (Referred to the Special Committee on Pilot (Payment In Lieu Of Taxes) Program – December 12, 2024.) (Discharged from Special Committee on Pilot Program and Referr …
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Tue May 26, 2026

Airport - Special Committee

El comité considerará invitar al gerente del aeropuerto para una sesión informativa

El comité especial sobre el aeropuerto considerará una moción solicitando que el Gerente del Aeropuerto Scot Servis asista a una futura reunión para brindar una sesión informativa sobre las operaciones del aeropuerto. No hay otros puntos en la agenda.

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AIRPORT - SPECIAL COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2022 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 AGENDA 1. WRITTEN MOTION, Councillor Markey, requesting Scot Servis, Airport Manager, attend the next Special Committee on the Airport meeting to give the Committee a briefing on the Airport. (To be Referred to the Special Committee on the Airport.) (Ref’d 11/22/2022)     INVITEES: Scot Servis, Airport Manager
Thu May 21, 2026

Quasi Committee of the Whole - Budget Hearings

El Concejo revisa el presupuesto municipal FY2027 y el gasto del departamento escolar

El Comité Cuasi del concejo municipal se reúne para una audiencia presupuestaria sobre el presupuesto propuesto para FY2027. La agenda incluye una descripción general de 15 minutos a cargo del director financiero Robert Ekstrom y una presentación sobre el presupuesto del departamento escolar. No se programan votaciones ni decisiones; esta es una audiencia solo de discusión.

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QUASI COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE - BUDGET HEARINGS THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2026 6:00 PM NOTE:  THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS 15-minute overview of the City Budget from CFO Robert Ekstrom SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
Tue May 19, 2026

Appointments & Briefings Committee

El comité discutirá sobre el olor en South End, sensores de aire y preocupaciones sobre la planta de aguas residuales

El Comité de Nombramientos e Informes considerará varios temas relacionados con problemas ambientales y de salud en el South End de New Bedford, incluyendo una discusión con Southcoast Neighbors United sobre la implementación de sensores de aire y una moción para contratar una empresa para el análisis de olores cerca de la planta de tratamiento de aguas residuales. El comité también revisará una petición de los residentes sobre la planta de aguas residuales en South Rodney French Boulevard y escuchará a los funcionarios de la ciudad. Además, el comité abordará una moción para explorar ubicaciones alternativas para un nuevo hangar en el Aeropuerto Regional de New Bedford y suspender los planes actuales.

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APPOINTMENTS & BRIEFINGS COMMITTEE TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. REVISED AGENDA AGENDA ITEMS 1.   COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting the APPOINTMENT of CRISTOBAL JOSE ESCOBAR, New Bedford, MA to the VETERANS ADVISORY BOARD, replacing Christopher Holkamp who has resigned; this term will expire December 2026. (Matter ID #1925) (Referred – December 11, 2025.) (February 17, 2026 – tabled) (March 17, 2026 – tabled) (April 21, 2026 - Remain in Committee)   INVITEES: Cristobal Jose Escobar APPT. - Cristobal Jose Escobar - Veterans.pdf 2.  WRITTEN MOTION, Council President Pereira and Councillors Abreu, Carney and Gomes, requesting that the Committee on Appointments and Briefings meet with Southcoast Neighbors United to discuss deployment of SCNU air sensors across New Bedford and to further discuss current environmental and health issues in the South End. (Referred – May 12, 2026.) 2a.   RELATED MOTION, Councillors Pereira and Gomes, requesting, the Administration and the Office of Environmental Stewardship meet with the Committee on Appointments and Briefings to discuss whether a company can …
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Fri May 15, 2026

Special City Council Meeting

El alcalde presentará el presupuesto del FY27 de $493M al Concejo Municipal

Esta reunión especial es convocada para la presentación del presupuesto del FY27 de la Ciudad de New Bedford. El alcalde Jon F. Mitchell pronunciará su discurso presupuestario, y se están presentando múltiples órdenes de apropiación que suman más de $493 millones para su remisión al Comité Plenario.

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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026 7:00 PM 133 WILLIAM STREET, NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, RM. 214 OPENING SESSION BY: CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT RYAN J. PEREIRA PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOTE:  THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS 1.   COMMUNICATION, Council President Pereira, to City Clerk Farias, requesting that a SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING IS CALLED FOR WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M ., for the submittal of the FY27 CITY OF NEW BEDFORD BUDGET. CALL OF THE MEETING.pdf COUNCIL PRESIDENT PEREIRA DESIGNATES COUNCILLOR ABREU AND COUNCILLOR PEMBERTON TO ESCORT MAYOR JON F. MITCHELL TO THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS - - - - - - - - - - MAYOR MITCHELL DELIVERS HIS FISCAL YEAR 2027 BUDGET ADDRESS TO THE MEMBERS OF THE NEW BEDFORD CITY COUNCIL 2.   ORDER, appropriating $493,139,486.00 from ORDINARY REVENUE AND MUNICIPAL RECEIPTS of Fiscal Year beginning July 1,2026 and ending June 30, 2027, for payment of current expenses of various municipal departments. (To be Referred to the Quasi Committee of the Whole.) FY27 BUDGET ORDER.pdf 3.   ORDER, appropriating $1,408,557.00 in 12 equal monthly increments, from Airport Receipts of FY27 in the Airport Budget. (To be Referred to the Qu …
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Tue May 12, 2026

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de New Bedford discute trabajos de servicios públicos, vetos de pensiones y solicitudes de propuestas para propiedades de la ciudad

El Concejo Municipal considerará varios asuntos, incluyendo audiencias públicas para trabajos de conductos y postes de Eversource Energy en County Street y Belleville Avenue. La agenda incluye un veto sobre ajustes por costo de vida para jubilados y solicitudes de propuestas para desarrollar varios edificios antiguos de la ciudad. Además, el concejo revisará ordenanzas sobre tarifas de aguas residuales y varias transferencias de fondos.

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CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026 7:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER - ROOM 214 133 WILLIAM ST OPENING SESSION PRAYER: GRACE HARBOR CHURCH PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. HEARINGS 1.  HEARING, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 100’ of Conduit and one Handhole in COUNTY STREET, this work is necessary to provide service to 840 County Street. (Public Hearing continued to Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers.) 1a.  AN ORDER, (Public Hearing continued to Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers.) HEARING (Maps) - COUNTY STREET.pdf 2.  HEARING, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 15’ of Conduit in BELLEVILLE AVENUE, this work is needed to provide upgrade service to Belleville Avenue. (Public Hearing continued to Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers.) 2a.  AN ORDER, (Public Hearing continued to Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers.) HEARING (Maps) - BELLEVILLE AVENUE.pdf 3.  HEARING, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of one FO Pole with Anchor in BELLEVILLE AVENUE, this work is needed to provide upgr …
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Mon May 11, 2026

Special Committee on Special Permits and Licensing

El comité revisa las licencias de transporte y las exenciones de residencia para los prestamistas

El Comité Especial de Permisos y Licencias está revisando las solicitudes para nuevas licencias privadas de transporte y exenciones de residencia. Estas decisiones determinan quién puede operar servicios de transporte y negocios de artículos de segunda mano en New Bedford.

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SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON SPECIAL PERMITS AND LICENSING MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026 6:30 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED.  CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.   COMMUNICATION, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, submitting an Application for a NEW PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE , on behalf of Ana Liz Valentin Burgos, 627 Allen Street, New Bedford, MA d/b/a GERANA’S TRANSPORTATION, INC. , 211 Weld Street, New Bedford, MA. (Term of License July 01, 2026 – June 30, 2027.) (Matter ID # 0368) (Referred – March 26, 2026.)   INVITEES: Ana Liz Valentin Burgos NEW LIVERY - GERANA'S TRANSPORTATION, INC..pdf 2.  COMMUNICATION, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, submitting an Application for a NEW PRIVATE LIVERY LICENSE , on behalf of Maria DePina, 28 Windsor Circle, Brockton, MA and Maria L. Pires, 60 Foster Street, Brockton, MA, d/b/a SISTER EXPRESS TRANSPORT , 109 Robeson Street, New Bedford, MA. (Term of License July 01, 2026 – June 30, 2027.) (Referred – April 09, 2026.)   INVITEES: Maria DePina; Maria L. Pires NEW LIVERY - SISTER EXPRESS TRANSPORT.pdf 3.  COMMUNICATION, City Clerk/Clerk of the City Council, submitting a PETITION, Paul N. Bryant, Round Rock, TX d/b …
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Mon May 11, 2026

Ordinance Committee

Audiencia pública sobre la ordenanza para convertir instalaciones municipales vacantes

El Comité de Ordenanzas llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una propuesta para enmendar el código de la ciudad y permitir la conversión de instalaciones municipales vacantes que ya no cumplan un propósito público, con una recomendación favorable de la Junta de Planificación. El comité también discutirá una moción para prohibir los fuegos artificiales después de las 10 pm con una multa de $300, excepto el 4 de julio, y considerará un borrador de ordenanza para la licencia parental remunerada para los empleados de la ciudad. Varios otros puntos, incluyendo una ordenanza de elección de revocatoria y la entrega electrónica de facturas de impuestos, también están en la agenda.

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ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026 7:00 PM CITY HALL, 133 WILLIAM STREET NEW BEDFORD, MA 02740 COUNCIL CHAMBERS, SECOND FLOOR, ROOM 214 NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. AGENDA ITEMS: 1.   PUBLIC HEARING on a COMMUNICATION, Mayor Mitchell, to City Council, submitting AN ORDINANCE, Amending Chapter 9, Section 4100A, RELATIVE TO MUNICIPAL FACILITY CONVERSION. (Matter ID #0284) (Referred - March 12, 2026.) (Duly advertised in The Standard Times on Monday, April 27, 2026 and Monday, May 04, 2026.)   1a.  AN ORDINANCE, Amending Chapter 9, Section 4100A – RELATIVE TO MUNICIPAL FACILITY CONVERSION. (Matter ID #0285) (Referred - March 12, 2026.) (Duly advertised in The Standard Times on Monday, April 27, 2026 and Monday, May 04, 2026.)   1b. COMMUNICATION, Jennifer Carloni, Director, Planning Department, to Councillor Shane A. Burgo, Chairman, Committee on Ordinances, advising that the Planning Board held a public hearing on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 regarding the request by the City Council for the Planning Board to review and make a recommendation relative to adding a new Section 4100A. MUNICIPAL FACILITY CONVERSION for conversion of existing vacant, municipal facilities that no longer serve a public purpose with proposed criteria in addition to the special permit requi …
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Thu Apr 23, 2026

City Council

El Concejo considerará un préstamo de $12.6M para reparaciones críticas de edificios municipales

El Concejo Municipal votará sobre una orden de préstamo de $12.6 millones para financiar reparaciones críticas en edificios de propiedad municipal. También considerará una ordenanza para derogar la prohibición de bolsas de plástico de un solo uso y discutirá una moción para regular los alquileres de Airbnb. Varias transferencias de fondos por un total de más de $600,000 para financiar contratos sindicales en todos los departamentos también están en la agenda. La reunión incluye audiencias públicas para trabajos de conductos de servicios públicos en las calles William, County y Belleville.

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CITY COUNCIL THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026 7:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER - ROOM 214 133 WILLIAM ST OPENING OF SESSION BY:  CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT RYAN J. PEREIRA PRAYER LED BY: REVEREND DR. SANDRA WHITLEY, BETHEL A.M.E CHURCH PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL NOTE: THIS MEETING IS BEING LIVE STREAMED AND RECORDED. CITY COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CAN BE VIEWED ON THE CITY OF NEW BEDFORD’S HOMEPAGE UNDER QUICK LINKS, THEN MEETINGS. THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026, DUE TO A HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION ON MAY 14, 2026. THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT AGENDA ITEMS IS THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026 AT 10:00 AM AND THE AGENDA WILL BE PUBLISHED ON FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026. HEARINGS 1.   HEARING, CSL Consulting LLC on behalf of Old Dartmouth Historical Society – New Bedford Whaling Museum for location of conduits to be captured/buried below the pedestrian crossing being established in WILLIAM STREET, this work is necessary to connect the 11 William Street site to the existing museum site at 18 Johnny Cake Hill. 1a. AN ORDER,   HEARING (Maps) - WILLIAM STREET.pdf 2.   HEARING, NSTAR Electric Company d/b/a Eversource Energy for location of approximately 100’ of Conduit and one Handhole in COUNTY STREET, this work is necessary to provide service to 840 County Street. 2a.   AN ORDER,   HEARING (Maps) - COUNTY STREET.pdf 3 …
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