New Bedford City Council approves multiple reappointments including Steve Caton and Barbara McDonald

The New Bedford City Council convened on April 24, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including motions and reappointments. The meeting began with a roll call vote on a motion to take no further action on item number 4. The motion received a majority approval, passing with a vote of 7 to 4.

Following this, the council moved on to a series of reappointments submitted by Mayor Mitchell. The first reappointment discussed was that of Steve Caton to the Cemetery Board, with his term set to expire in May 2028. The council then addressed multiple reappointments in succession, including:

- Barbara McDonald, also reappointed by the mayor.
- Henry G. Bousquet to the Election Commission, with a term expiring in April 2029.
- Dolores Joseph to the Human Rights Commission, with a term expiring in April 2028.
- Sydney A. Murray II, also to the Human Rights Commission, with a term expiring in April 2028.

These reappointments were read together without objection, indicating a streamlined process for the council's approval.

In summary, the meeting effectively addressed the motion regarding item number 4 and confirmed several important reappointments, ensuring continuity in various city commissions and boards. The council's next steps will likely involve further discussions on upcoming agenda items in future meetings.