Episode 98: Louis Melim
- Born 1951 in Azores (Santa Maria), parents from Madeira
- Immigrated to Taunton, settled in Fall River
- Served 6 years in Navy (Vietnam era), aircraft carrier aviation
- Boston University degrees, taught high school, 25 years in HR
Political Motivation
- Ran for mayor previously, now running for City Council
- Seeks to reverse city stagnation through consensus-building
- Advocates fair, inclusive development
Waterfront Development
- Endorses master plan for housing, shopping, entertainment
- Open to collaboration with mayors (Coogan or Ameral)
- Prioritizes affordable housing over luxury units
Infrastructure & Economy
- Demolish hazardous mills; revitalize North Main, Flint, South End, Columbia St.
- Attract renewable energy/high-tech with equitable tax policies
- Address north-south maintenance disparities
Education & Voter Turnout
- Supports free community college, increased state education funding
- Criticizes 7% primary turnout; suggests no-school election days
Social Issues
- Views homelessness as state issue tied to drugs/mental health; needs funding
- Opposes additional cannabis licenses due to social concerns
Cultural Revitalization
- Aims to bring back Fall River Celebrates America, Holy Ghost Feast
- Proposes free police support via sheriff/police partnerships
Vision for 2026
- Focus on safety (police, fire, EMS)
- Supports term limits, no council raises/benefits
- Views politics as community service, not a career
Madeira & Azores
- Recommends Madeira’s New Year’s fireworks
- Highlights Portuguese culture, organizes youth soccer trips to Azores
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