Tag: Jorge O. Elorza
R.I. must follow one plan to successfully reopen economy
As the state moves toward a phased reopening of the economy, it will be crucial for leaders to use Rhode Island’s small size as...
Elorza unveils $507M municipal budget; school spending plan incomplete
PROVIDENCE – Mayor Jorge O. Elorza on April 28 unveiled a $506.8 million municipal budget proposal, with a $134.4 million allocation for the Providence...
Council members ask Providence mayor to reopen public parks
PROVIDENCE – When is a park a respite for mental health and when is it a potential problem in attracting crowds in a pandemic?...
Providence City Council calls for financial details ahead of FY2021 budget
PROVIDENCE – It’s no secret that the abrupt economic shutdown caused by the new coronavirus will have serious implications for state and municipal bottom...
Providence expands business loan fund to help companies hurt by COVID-19
PROVIDENCE – The city of Providence is temporarily changing the terms of its business loan fund to help more businesses come up with the...
Providence to accept late tax payments, planning for cash flow shortage
PROVIDENCE – Acknowledging the tight financial situation prompted by increasing expenses and limited liquidity amid the coronavirus crisis, Providence Mayor Jorge O. Elorza on...
Providence enacts further restrictions to nonessential businesses, crowd limits
PROVIDENCE - Beginning at 5 p.m. on Saturday, the city will prohibit gatherings of 10 or more people and close nonessential businesses, including gyms,...
Providence shuts down four more businesses for violating crowd, entertainment restrictions
PROVIDENCE – The city continues to crack down on businesses that violate restrictions on crowds and entertainment licenses, with four more shuttered since Sunday,...
Providence nightclub, bakery shut down for violating new gathering, entertainment restrictions
PROVIDENCE - A strip club and a bakery with a nightlife scene have been shut down for violating newly issued restrictions on live entertainment...
Elorza opposes proposed Allens Ave. transfer station
PROVIDENCE – Mayor Jorge O. Elorza on Tuesday said he opposes a proposed solid waste transfer station at 481 Allen Ave.
The Ohio-based applicant, Allens...
















