8.24.2026 Board of Assessors

Meeting summary The Fall River Board of Assessors held a brief public meeting with members Richard Gonsalves and Nancy L. Hinote present; Richard B. Wolfson was absent. Due to Mr. Wolfson's absence, the board was unable to approve the executive session minutes from June 17, 2026. The members reviewed an invoice proof list and noted they had already signed the motor vehicle and supplemental warrants. Several agenda items were postponed until after the executive session, including the monthly reports (items 5 and 6), the motor vehicle warrant discussion (item 7), and another unspecified item (item 9). The board then voted unanimously (2-0) to enter into executive session at 10:06 AM. The stated purpose of the executive session was to discuss abatements, exemptions, and Appellate Tax Board (ATB) matters, with the board noting they would reconvene in public session afterward. The provided transcript concludes as the board enters the executive session. Topics discussed Roll CallA roll call was conducted, with Richard Gonsalves and Nancy L. Hinote present and Richard B. Wolfson absent. Approval of MinutesThe approval of the June 17, 2026 executive session minutes was postponed due to the absence of board member Richard B. Wolfson. Invoice Proof ListThe board briefly reviewed the invoice proof list. Postponement of Agenda ItemsAgenda items 5, 6, 7, and 9 were postponed until after the conclusion of the executive session. Warrant SignaturesBoard members confirmed they had already signed the motor vehicle warrant and the supplemental warrant. Executive SessionA motion was made and passed to enter executive session to discuss abatements, exemptions, and ATB matters, with the intent to reconvene in public session afterward. Motion to go into executive session to discuss abatements, exemptions, and ATB matters. — passedMotion to go into executive session to discuss abatements, exemptions, and ATB matters. Links Read the meeting summary Watch the full meeting