Worcester City Council Committee to Hold Public Meeting on Potential City Charter Review
Worcester’s Municipal and Legislative Operations Standing Committee will hold a public meeting Monday, August 17, at 5 p.m. to discuss a potential review of the City Charter. Residents are invited to attend the meeting at Worcester City Hall.
Read MoreBatista Says DOJ Investigation Closure Is ‘Not Vindication,’ Reaffirms Worcester Police Accountability Efforts
Worcester City Manager Eric D. Batista said the U.S. Department of Justice’s decision to close its investigation into the Worcester Police Department does not retract the federal government’s 2024 findings or amount to vindication. Batista said the city…
Read MoreCity Manager Batista to Deliver State of the City Address on June 17
Worcester City Manager Eric D. Batista will deliver the 2026 State of the City Address on Wednesday, June 17, at Worcester City Hall. The address is expected to reflect on the past year and highlight key issues including the city budget, housing, public…
Read MoreCity Manager Presents FY27 Budget Ahead of May 5 Council Meeting
Worcester City Manager Eric D. Batista’s May 5 City Council agenda includes the proposed FY27 operating and capital budgets, water and sewer rates, and pavement restoration items.
Read MoreWorcester City Council Vice Chairman Issues Statement on Local Housing Crisis
Worcester City Council Vice Chairman Khrystian E. King released a statement Tuesday highlighting the severe strain on the local rental market and calling for urgent solutions to the city's housing crisis.
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