Councilwoman Anthony Announces Resignation From Providence City Council

Councilwoman Helen Anthony (Ward 2) announced that she will resign from office effective September 1st to devote more time to her health.

She was injured in an accident in California in June of 2023.

Anthony, as chair of the Finance Committee, was the architect of the massive tax increase this year.

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This morning, Chairwoman Anthony sent a formal letter of resignation to the city clerk. Councilors will officially receive that letter at the first September meeting of the city council and, by resolution, declare the seat vacant and direct the Board of Canvassers to schedule a special election. In accordance with the Providence Home Rule Charter, a special election will then be held within 90 days.

In a letter shared by email this morning with her Ward 2 neighbors, Chairwoman Anthony explained her decision and shared a well-earned pride in her accomplishments over six and a half years as a city councilwoman. The letter read, in part:

“As I continue to heal from the traumatic injuries I suffered when I was struck by a van in June 2023, my neurologist has recommended that I devote more time to my recovery. I'm proud to have served Ward 2 and the City of Providence and to have chaired the council’s Finance Committee. Unfortunately, the demands of those roles are hindering my ability to heal.

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