This week the City Council is holding a virtual special meeting on Wednesday at 6:30 to discuss and vote on the use of bond premiums on the new Rogers High School project. This item was continued during last week’s Council meeting after extensive discussion and debate amongst the Council. I did not vote to continue the vote because I felt that the Council had ample time and information to understand the issue and make a decision; I used last week’s newsletter to explain bond premiums and how they could benefit the construction of the new high school for Newport. I continue to be in support of using the bond premium this way.
The Planning Board reviewed the Local Advisory Group’s proposed amendments to the North End Zoning on Monday and voted to recommend approval to the City Council. This means that these amendments will come before the City Council soon. These are significant and necessary amendments that will improve and protect the quality of life for our residents and neighborhoods. I will notify you when the Council is set to consider them.