Mayor Paul Coogan delivered his annual State of the City Address on Tuesday evening, describing a city that is focused on widespread revitalization and also, willing to recognize its shortcomings.

“I look at Fall River with hope and promise. I think of my time in the mayor’s office and focus on how, in the long run, [we made] lasting, positive changes to our community,” he told a joint meeting of the City Council and the Fall River School Committee, after being introduced by Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll.

The City Council Chambers were abuzz with members of his administration, department heads, and members of the public, filling seats and applauding several times during the speech.

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