Woonsocket City Council votes to enter executive session over collective bargaining, litigation
The Woonsocket City Council on Aug. 12, 2026 voted unanimously to move into executive session under Rhode Island General Law 42-46-5A2, citing matters related to collective bargaining or litigation. The motion was made by Councilman Canario and seconded by Councilwoman Sierra; the chamber was then secured for the closed meeting.
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President Gendron called the Woonsocket City Council to order on Aug. 12, 2026, and the council voted unanimously to enter an executive session under Rhode Island General Law 42-46-5A2, which the meeting record identifies as pertaining to "collective bargaining or litigation." The motion to move into a closed session was made by Councilman Canario and seconded by Councilwoman Sierra; the clerk conducted a roll-call vote with all members present voting in the affirmative.
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