The Fall River Redevelopment Authority held its meeting on June 24, 2026, where it approved several items and received project updates. The board unanimously approved the open session minutes from May 19 and June 3, 2026, and the June warrant totaling $41,074.72. Project Manager Karen Martin reported that the final phase of the Northfield Point site improvements would begin on July 13, with a target completion of October 1. This phase, funded by a $440,067 Seaport Economic Council grant, includes an aggregate walkway, solar lighting, landscaping, an outdoor classroom, and an osprey nest. Martin also outlined the bid process for a new dinghy dock and 15 moorings at City Pier, with bids due July 16 and a completion date of December 1, noting potential manufacturing delays.
The Authority approved an application from Bay Coast Bank to hold a public concert at City Pier on August 8, 2026, to celebrate its 175th anniversary; the vote passed with one abstention. A proposal for a one-year warranty inspection of the pier’s cathodic protection system, at a cost not to exceed $15,000, was also unanimously approved. Executive Director Sarah Page provided an update on the Pleasant Street Flint Herb Urban Renewal Plan, announcing a breakthrough with state officials that allows them to file a “notice of project change” instead of a full Environmental Impact Report. The board then unanimously voted to accept a $200,000 MTTA grant for preliminary streetscape design on Pleasant Street. The meeting concluded with updates on the Neighborhood Mill Arts (NMA) initiative and a successful motion to enter an executive session to discuss real estate matters.
Topics discussed
- 0:48 · Approval of May 19, 2026 Meeting Minutes
The board voted to approve the open session minutes from their meeting on May 19, 2026. - 0:57 · Approval of the open session minutes from May 19, 2026. — passed
Approval of the open session minutes from May 19, 2026. - 1:14 · Approval of June 3, 2026 Meeting Minutes
The board voted to approve the open session minutes from their brief meeting on June 3, 2026. - 1:40 · Approval of June Warrant
The board voted to approve the June warrant in the amount of $41,074.72. - 2:02 · Approval of the open session minutes from June 3, 2026. — passed
Approval of the open session minutes from June 3, 2026. - 2:17 · Northfield Point Site Improvements
An update was provided on the final phase of improvements, scheduled to start July 13th and finish by October 1st. The project includes walkways, lighting, landscaping, and an osprey nest, with a contract cost of $440,067 funded by the Seaport Economic Council. - 2:38 · Approval of the June warrant in the amount of $41,074.72. — passed
Approval of the June warrant in the amount of $41,074.72. - 7:13 · Moorings and Dinghy Dock Project
The authority discussed the upcoming bid for a new dinghy dock and 15 moorings at City Pier. The bid opens July 1st, is due July 16th, with a target completion of December 1st, though potential manufacturing delays were noted. - 18:47 · Approval of the event application from Bay Coast Bank for a community concert on August 8, 2026 (rain date August 9). — passed
Approval of the event application from Bay Coast Bank for a community concert on August 8, 2026 (rain date August 9). - 18:50 · Events at City Pier
A recap of recent events like the South Coast Health gala and Kite Night was given, followed by a discussion and approval of an application from Bay Coast Bank for a 175th-anniversary concert on August 8, 2026. - 22:02 · Cathodic Protection System Warranty Inspection
The board approved a proposal from Far Infrastructure and Environment LLC for an underwater inspection of the pier’s cathodic protection system, as the one-year warranty ends July 31st. The cost is not to exceed $15,000 and will be covered by an EDI grant. - 22:33 · Approval of the warranty inspection scope from Far Infrastructure and Environment LLC for the cathodic protection system, for a cost not to exceed $15,000. — passed
Approval of the warranty inspection scope from Far Infrastructure and Environment LLC for the cathodic protection system, for a cost not to exceed $15,000. - 23:14 · Pleasant Street Community Garden
Sarah Page reported that community gardeners are very appreciative of the new water line installed at the Pleasant Street garden. - 25:12 · Pleasant Street Urban Renewal Plan
Sarah Page announced a positive development, stating they can file a ‘notice of project change’ to avoid a full, costly Environmental Impact Report, which will allow the urban renewal plan to move forward. - 29:32 · Acceptance of MTTA Grant for Pleasant Street
The board voted to accept a $200,000 Municipal Tribal Technical Assistance (MTTA) grant for hiring a consultant to provide pre-construction and design services for streetscape infrastructure on Pleasant Street. - 30:04 · Acceptance of a $200,000 MTTA grant for pre-construction services for streetscape infrastructure along Pleasant Street. — approved
Acceptance of a $200,000 MTTA grant for pre-construction services for streetscape infrastructure along Pleasant Street. - 36:36 · Neighborhood Mill Arts (NMA) Initiative Updates
Updates on the NMA included an upcoming jazz festival, securing the First Congregational Church as a fiscal sponsor, and considering a $10,000 marketing opportunity with the South Coast Visitors Bureau. - 39:41 · Executive Session
The board voted to enter an executive session to discuss potential real estate transactions at 45 Anowan Street and the Dval Street Corridor. - 40:01 · Motion to enter executive session and not return to open session. — passed
Motion to enter executive session and not return to open session.