[HISTORY: Approved by the voters of the City of Fall River
at the municipal election held 11-7-2017. Amendments noted where applicable.]
PREAMBLE
We, the people of Fall River, in order to affirm the customary
and traditional liberties of the people with respect to the conduct
of our local government, ensure the accountability, transparency,
and effectiveness of our government, and reflect the fullest advantages
inherent in the home rule amendment to the constitution of the Commonwealth,
do herby adopt the following home rule charter for the city of Fall
River.