Councilman Seth Yurdin has represented Ward 1 since 2006. Ward 1 is comprised of the Fox Point, College Hill, Wayland and Downtown neighborhoods.
Councilman Yurdin served as the Council Majority Leader from 2011-2015. He is currently a member of the Committee for State and Legislative Affairs. Councilman Yurdin has advocated for transparency in City Government and improvements to neighborhood quality of life.
A graduate of Boston University and New York University Law School; Councilman Yurdin is an attorney in private practice. In his spare time Councilman Yurdin is a volunteer shelter manager.
Providence is separated into 15 distinct Wards, each a unique and dynamic community. We believe that access to your Councilor is paramount.
By clicking on the link below you will be able to learn more about your Councilor, and have the opportunity to send them an email to share your thoughts or concerns.
In the month of August. events around the City embraced everything that makes Providence a diverse and interesting place to live, as well as everything that brings our residents together. Council members celebrated various cultures and local organizations throughout the month, engaging in volunteer opportunities, as well as connecting with their communities in the face of national tragedies. Continue reading to see the moments that reminded us that we are one City, and we are in this together.
On August 10, Council President Matos and Council President Pro Tempore Correia attended a celebration of Indian Independence Day along with U.S. Senator Jack Reed and State Treasurer Seth Magaziner. The event was hosted by the India Association of Rhode Island (IARI).
The Indian Independence Day celebration included traditional dances, music, food and a kid’s fashion show!
Jamaican Independence Day
On August 6, Council President Matos celebrated the 57th anniversary of Jamaican Independence at the State House.
On August 10, the Jamaican Association of Rhode Island (JARI) hosted a celebration, full of music, dancing and food to further commemorate Jamaican Independence. Council President Matos attended along with U.S. Congressman David Cicilline and State Representative Marcia Ranglin-Vassell.
Annual Dominican Parade
Council President Matos and Councilwoman Carmen Castillo enjoying the lively Dominican Parade on August 11.
Council President Pro Tempore Correia and Councilman James Taylor celebrating Dominican Culture.
Coming Together as a Community
Community Vigil After Tragedies in El Paso, Dayton and Chicago
On August 9, Councilwoman Kat Kerwin emceed a vigil to honor and mourn the victims of the recent tragedies in El Paso, Dayton and Chicago. Councilwoman Nirva LaFortune, Council President Matos, Senator Jack Reed and Congressman David Cicilline were among the speakers. The event was hosted by the Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence (RICAGV).
On August 6, Council President Pro Tempore Michael Correia hosted the 19th annual Providence National Night Out. This event takes place nationwide, and is aimed at creating trusting and friendly relationships between communities and their local law enforcement. Council President Matos, Majority Leader Jo Ann Ryan and Mayor Jorge Elorza also joined in on the fun. The Council extends their gratitude to the local organizations and law enforcement who contributed to this great event!
Council President Matos, Council President Pro Tempore Correia and Mayor Jorge Elorza.
Providence Law Enforcement and local organizations came together to provide a fun filled event complete with bouncy houses, horses, games, live music and food!
Council President Pro Tempore Correia enjoying the fun with Providence residents.
Family-Teacher Meet and Greet
At Veazie St. Elementary School, Councilman David Salvatore gathered with parents, students and teachers for a meet and greet to kick off the school year on August 27. An important step in creating a strong school system is to encourage congenial relationships between educators, students and families as we move into the new academic year.
On Friday August 2, Council President Matos, Council President Pro Tempore Correia, Councilwoman Harris celebrated the We Got Next Basketball League, which has been making recreational basketball affordable and accessible to Providence youth for 7 years.
Supporting Small Businesses with the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation
On Thursday August 1, 100 small businesses in Rhode Island secured loans through the RI Commerce Corporation. Council President Matos and Council President Pro Tempore Correia celebrated with Providence-based small businesses Machu Pichu 2; located on Chalkstone Ave and Family Cake Bakery; located on Manton Ave.
On August 6, Council President Matos and Council President Pro Tempore Correia joined with United Way of Rhode Island to announce $150k in grants to 13 nonprofits in Olneyville through the United Way Olneyville Community Fund.
La Salle Academy to be closed on Wednesday after beloved teacher dies Read More HELOCs drop to 2023 lows, home equity loans hold steady Read More Gov....
