Smithfield, Rhode Island

Town Council Mtg.

The Smithfield Town Council will approve the minutes from previous meetings, consider appointments to town boards, and hold public hearings on collective bargaining agreements and charter amendments. The council will also authorize several contracts, including sidewalk repairs and fence installation, and approve various licenses for local businesses.

• Approve annual renewal of two pool table licenses
• Authorize sidewalk repair contract for $35,816.68
• Authorize fence installation at Willow Field Pickleball Courts for $26,400
• Approve one-day beer license for Revive the Roots
• Public hearing on amendments to Town Charter

Planning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Planning Board will approve minutes from May 21 and June 30, 2026 meetings, and hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. It will consider Sunn Builders' request to extend the master plan for a development at 270 Putnam Pike. The board will conduct a public hearing on Sand Trace LLC's major change to an approved final plan for a 54.95‑acre site at 8 Mann School Road. An executive closed session will address pending litigation involving West Greenville Road, LLC.

• Approve May 21, 2026 open‑session meeting minutes (vote taken)
• Approve June 30, 2026 Community Values Conversation Workshop minutes (vote taken)
• Re‑elect Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary (vote taken)
• Consider Sunn Builders' extension request for master plan at 270 Putnam Pike, 8.49 acres, HC Zone (vote taken)
• Public hearing on Sand Trace LLC major change at 8 Mann School Road, 54.95 acres, Zone R‑80 (vote taken)

Town Council-Charter Rev. Work Sess.

The Town Council and Charter Review Commission will hold a work session to discuss proposed charter amendments. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. in the Smithfield Town Hall.

• Discussion of proposed charter amendments
• Public comment period
• Emergency evacuation and health notification

Zoning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings on July 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM. The board will consider six applications—three from the Old Business list and three from New Business—covering appeals, extensions, special use permits, and variances. Decisions will be made on requests such as a special use permit for a chiropractic office at 3 Commerce Street and a variance to store a camper at 7 Randall Street. The meeting also includes election of officers, review of May 6, 2026 minutes, and open public comment.

• 25-023: April Harris appeals denial of an annual school inspection compliance letter for 311 Stillwater Road (Vehicle Impact Protection Devices).
• 26-005: RoofMasters seeks a Special Use Permit to operate construction services at 4 Log Road in a Commercial district.
• 26-006: Michaela and Dante Calise request a dimensional variance to build a pool cabana at 1 Paul Court in an R‑80 district.
• 26-007: Robert Grace seeks a Special Use Permit for a chiropractic office at 3 Commerce Street in a Planned Development district.
• 26-008: John Fabiano requests a variance to store a camper in the driveway at 7 Randall Street in an R‑20 district.

TRC

The Technical Review Committee will consider a comprehensive permit application from Sand Trace, LLC for a major change to the recorded final plan of AP 46/Lot 10, a 54.95‑acre parcel in the R‑80 zone at 8 Mann School Road and Log Road. The board will also approve the minutes from the April 1, 2026 meeting. A public comment period follows the discussion.

• Approval of Technical Review Committee minutes from the April 1, 2026 meeting
• Consideration of Sand Trace Phase I‑III major land development permit (AP 46/Lot 10, 54.95 acres, R‑80 zone)
• Public comment session

Planning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Planning Board will conduct a Community Values Conversation workshop as part of the 2027 Comprehensive Plan rewrite. The agenda includes a presentation on emergency evacuation and health notification, followed by a workshop exercise. No votes are scheduled for these items, though a vote may be taken on adjournment.

• Comprehensive Plan Re‑write 2027: Community Values Conversation (workshop)
• Emergency evacuation and health notification – no vote
• Presentation – no vote
• Workshop exercise – no vote
• Adjournment – vote may be taken

Town Council Mtg.

Town Council Mtg.

The Smithfield Town Council will approve the minutes from the June 9, 2026 work session. They will continue the public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. The council will consider an Appropriation and Tax Levy Resolution for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. In executive session, they will interview Ed Civito for possible reappointment to a town board or commission.

• Approve minutes of the June 9, 2026 work session
• Continue public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
• Consider Appropriation and Tax Levy Resolution for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2027
• Interview Ed Civito for possible reappointment to a town board or commission

Town Council Mtg.

The Smithfield Town Council will approve minutes from a previous meeting, consider appointments to the Zoning Board, and schedule a public hearing on proposed Town Charter amendments. The council will also discuss the Overbrook Academy property.

• Approve minutes from June 2, 2026 executive session and open session
• Consider appointments to the Zoning Board
• Schedule public hearing for July 21, 2026 on Town Charter amendments
• Discuss Overbrook Academy property at 60 Austin Avenue
• Executive session to interview Michael Austin for a board appointment

Town Council Mtg.

The Smithfield Town Council will meet to discuss appointments to the Zoning Board and a property at 60 Austin Avenue. The council is also scheduling a public hearing for July 21, 2026, regarding proposed Town Charter amendments.

• Scheduling of July 21, 2026 public hearing for Town Charter amendments
• Appointments and reappointments for the Zoning Board
• Discussion regarding Overbrook Academy property at 60 Austin Avenue
• Executive session to interview Michael Austin for a Town board or commission
• Executive session regarding litigation: West Greenville Road, LLC vs Town of Smithfield

CANCELLED Jun. 18, 2026 - Planning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Planning Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 18, 2026, has been cancelled. The meeting was to be held in the Town Council Chambers at 64 Farnum Pike.

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Town Council Chambers, 64 Farnum Pike

Town Council Mtg.

Town Council Mtg.

The Smithfield Town Council will consider an appropriation and tax levy resolution for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. The council will also discuss contracts for a design project ($212,265), a cell‑tower lease, and ice‑rink architectural services ($32,250). Several public hearings are scheduled, including one on the FY 2027 budget and updates to flood‑hazard ordinances. Appointments to the Zoning and Planning Boards and various special‑event licenses will also be addressed.

• Appropriation and Tax Levy Resolution for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2027
• Contract with Beta Group, Inc. for Highview Hilldale Estates Phase 1 Design, up to $212,265.00
• Authorization for a lease of the cell tower behind Fire Station #1, 607 Putnam Pike with Vertical Bridge, REIT, LLC
• Contract with Aharonian & Associates for Ice Rink architectural documents, up to $32,250.00
• Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Town Work Sess.

The Smithfield Town Council Budget and Financial Review Board will meet on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Smithfield Senior Center, 1 William J. Hawkins Jr. Trail. The board will discuss the town’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget. Public comment will be permitted. The meeting will adjourn after the discussion.

• Discuss Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget

CANCELLED Jun. 3, 2026 - Zoning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Zoning Board of Review meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026 was cancelled. No public hearings or actions on the listed applications will occur. The agenda had included an officer election and three pending applications, but none will be considered.

• 25-023 – appeal of denial of annual school inspection compliance letter for 311 Stillwater Road
• 26-005 – Special Use Permit request for construction services at 4 Log Road
• 26-006 – Dimensional variance to build a pool cabana at 1 Paul Court

Town Council Mtg.

The council will consider and act on several items, including appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission and multiple public hearings on ordinance amendments, sewer rates, and flood hazard areas. It will also review and renew various local licenses for bingo, peddlers, mobile food trucks, and a sidewalk sales permit. New business includes authorizing the ratification of collective bargaining agreements with the town's police union and fire fighters union.

• Ratify proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement with Smithfield Lodge No. 17 Fraternal Order of Police
• Ratify proposed Collective Bargaining Agreement with Smithfield Fire Fighters Local 2050
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 145 of the Code of Ordinances titled “Boats and Waterways”
• Public hearing to consider sewer usage rate changes
• Public hearing scheduled June 16, 2026 to amend Chapter 204 “Special Flood Hazard Areas” based on updated FEMA maps

Town Council-School Cte. Work Sess.

The Town Council and School Committee will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2027 School Budget. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• Discussion of the FY 2027 School Budget

Planning Board Mtg.

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing and review a combined master and preliminary plan for a new fire station. The board will also review a pre-application plan for a minor land development project.

• Public hearing for a proposed fire station at 341A George Washington Hwy (Assessor's Plat 48 / Lot 58)
• Pre-application plan review for Harris Holdings LLC at 61 Harris Rd (Assessor's Plat 45 / Lot 43A)

DRAFT - Planning Board Mtg.

The Planning Board approved the combined Master and Preliminary Plan for a new fire station at 341A George Washington Highway. The board also held a pre-application review for a proposed residential development at 61 Harris Road.

• Approved Preliminary Plan for fire station at 341A George Washington Highway, including a three-foot side yard setback variance
• Pre-application review for 61 Harris Road proposing nine residential units (duplexes and one triplex)
• Public hearing held regarding the fire station project at 341A George Washington Highway
• Approval of executive and open session minutes from April 16, 2026

Town Council Meeting

The council will hear the Budget and Financial Review Board’s recommended Fiscal Year 2027 budget. It will approve minutes from prior meetings, schedule several public hearings, and consider a series of license renewals and new licenses. The council will also discuss authorizing bid awards for various town services and adopt resolutions supporting state recycling and vehicle‑size legislation.

• Receipt of the Budget and Financial Review Board’s recommended Fiscal Year 2027 budget
• Schedule public hearing on June 2, 2026 to amend Chapter 145 (Boats and Waterways) of the Code of Ordinances
• Approve a new Class B Victualling License for Black Dog Tavern Inc., 566 Putnam Pike, Units 1 & 2
• Approve renewal of two massage establishment licenses: Soothing Touch Spa, 180C Pleasant View Avenue and Wildflower Wellness Studio, 592 Putnam Pike
• Authorize bid award for pavement crack sealing services

Town Council Work Sess.

The Town Council reviewed a BerryDunn Sewer Rate Study aimed at making the Sewer Enterprise Fund self-sustaining. The study recommends gradual rate increases over three years to cover rising operational costs and maintain a sufficient fund balance. A public hearing will be scheduled, with a vote on rates expected at the June 2, 2026 meeting.

• Proposed rate adjustments: $500 for FY2027, $550 for FY2028, and $600 for FY2029
• Estimated annual cost for sludge removal/disposal: ~$360,000
• Increased plant operational costs: ~$650,000 through FY 2029
• Current reserve fund balance: approximately $2.2M
• Proposed transfer to General Fund for indirect charges in FY27: $249,000

Zoning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings on May 6, 2026 to consider three applications. It will hear an appeal (case 25-023) regarding a vehicle impact protection device decision for 311 Stillwater Road. It will also review a special use permit request (case 26-003) to keep chickens at 7 Orchard Avenue, and an amendment request (case 26-004) to allow outdoor seating at 375 Putnam Pike.

• Case 25-023: Appeal of the Building/Zoning Official’s denial of an annual school inspection compliance letter for 311 Stillwater Road (Plat 20, Lot 8A).
• Case 26-003: Special Use Permit application to keep chickens in an R‑20 district at 7 Orchard Avenue (Assessor’s Plat 53 Lot 56).
• Case 26-004: Amendment request to permit outdoor seating in a Planned Development district at 375 Putnam Pike (Assessor’s Plat 36 Lot 17).
• Review of April 1, 2026 meeting minutes (Communications / Administration).
• Open public comment period as required by local ordinance.

DRAFT May 6, 2026 - Zoning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Zoning Board of Review approved a Special Use Permit for a resident to keep chickens and amended a previous resolution to allow outdoor seating. The board also held an appeal case to continue to a future meeting.

• Approved Special Use Permit for chickens at 7 Orchard Avenue
• Amended resolution to allow outdoor seating at 375 Putnam Pike
• Held appeal case 25-023 to continue to June 03, 2026 meeting
• Approved April 01, 2026 Zoning Board meeting minutes
• Voting 4-1 to approve Special Use Permit for chickens

Town Council Meeting

The Smithfield Town Council will consider and act on several new business items, including authorizing a $47,700 agreement with Beta Group for engineering services to evaluate a wastewater pump station. They will also consider a contract up to $27,000 with Insituform Technologies for stormwater maintenance funded by the RIPDES Stormwater Budget. Additional items include a bid award for architectural services for RIDE Stage II Capital Projects and a health and safety project for the School Department, and the establishment of an ordinance to create a Dam Management District.

• Approve $47,700 engineering services agreement with Beta Group for wastewater pump station evaluation (Capital Improvements Budget)
• Approve up to $27,000 stormwater maintenance contract with Insituform Technologies via OMNIA cooperative purchasing (RIPDES Stormwater Budget)
• Authorize bid award for architectural services for RIDE Stage II Capital Projects and RIDE Health and Safety project for the School Department
• Establish ordinance to create a Dam Management District
• Public hearings on amendments to Chapter 145 (Boats and Waterways), Smithfield Zoning Ordinance definitions and Table of Uses for data centers, and Special Districts relating to hotel room thresholds in the Economic Growth Overlay District

Town Council Meeting

The Town Council will hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters, pending litigation, and potential real‑estate transactions. In the open session, councilors will approve minutes, consider appointments to the Economic Development Commission and Land Trust, and vote on several new licenses. They will also act on a $1,481,570 EPA grant for the Log Road Water Main project and a $66,000 contract with Beta Group for construction administration. Additional items include approval of a fee schedule for the East Smithfield Neighborhood Center and resolutions supporting state recycling and library funding bills.

• Authorize $1,481,570 EPA Emerging Contaminants grant for Log Road Water Main construction
• Approve $66,000 contract with Beta Group of Lincoln, RI for construction administration of Log Road Water Main Extension
• Approve new Mobile Food Truck License for The Sticks Pizza Company, LLC (RI Reg. #1QB615)
• Approve new Massage Therapy License for Sarah Fisette at Wildflower Wellness Studio, 592 Putnam Pike
• Adopt fee schedule for the East Smithfield Neighborhood Center

Planning Board Mtg.

The Board will approve the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes and consider an emergency evacuation and health notification item. It will hold a public hearing on a preliminary plan for a 3.6‑acre residential development at 295 Rocky Hill Road in the Highway Commercial/EGO district. The Board will also review a pre‑application plan for a proposed town fire station on 341A George Washington Highway. An executive closed session will address pending litigation involving the Planning Board.

• Preliminary Plan Review – Public Hearing for 295 Rocky Hill Road (3.6 acres, Highway Commercial/EGO district) – applicant ASG Builders LLC
• Pre‑Application Review for proposed fire station at 341A George Washington Hwy (2.595 acres, LI/EGO district) – applicant Town of Smithfield / Graham Dev Co LLC
• Approval of March 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of emergency evacuation and health notification
• Executive closed session on pending litigation: Boport, LLC v. Town of Smithfield Planning Board (Case PC-2026-00524) and West Greenville Road, LLC v. Town of Smithfield (Case PC-2025-05420)

Planning Board Exec. Sess.

The Smithfield Planning Board will enter a closed executive session to consider two pending lawsuits involving the town. The board will also vote to seal the meeting minutes and then reconvene in an open session to announce any closed‑session votes.

• Motion to convene closed session to discuss pending litigation: Boport, LLC v. Town of Smithfield Planning Board et al (Case PC-2026-00524) and West Greenville Road, LLC v. Town of Smithfield et al (Case PC-2025-05420)
• Motion to seal the minutes of the April 16, 2026 meeting
• Motion to reconvene into an open/public session to announce any closed‑session votes

Town Council Work Sess.

The Smithfield Town Council will hold a work session featuring a presentation from RJB Properties. The discussion focuses on the Hanton City Business Park.

• Presentation from RJB Properties regarding Hanton City Business Park

Town Council Work Sess.

The Smithfield Town Council School Committee work session will discuss the liaison framework between the committee and council, a possible merger of a human‑resources position, and the FY2027 school department budget. Additional topics include residential growth, the town ice‑rink update, school litigation cases, and a recent high‑school football incident.

• Discuss School Committee/Town Council Liaison Framework
• Discussion of merging of Human Resources position
• Discuss FY2027 School Department Budget
• Discussion residential growth in the town
• Discuss Ice Rink Update from the Town

Town Council Meeting

The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding compensation for the Budget and Financial Review Board, Zoning Board, and Planning Board. The body will also consider several business license renewals and a purchase for a new fire station generator.

• Purchase of a generator for the new fire station from Cummins Inc. for $56,862.00
• Public hearings on compensation for the Budget and Financial Review Board, Zoning Board, and Planning Board
• Scheduling of May 5 hearings for zoning amendments regarding data centers and hotel room thresholds
• Requests for proposals for elevator repair, snow plowing, and boiler cleaning at school buildings
• Renewal of Victualling, Bingo, Mobile Food Truck, and Massage licenses

Zoning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings to consider two applications. The board will decide on an appeal regarding a school inspection compliance letter and a request for a special use permit for a chicken coop.

• Appeal of building/zoning official's denial of school inspection compliance letter for 311 Stillwater Road (25-023)
• Special Use Permit request for a chicken coop at 5 Calderwood Drive (26-002)

TRC

The Technical Review Committee will consider a comprehensive permit application for the "Residences at 295" major land development project. The project covers approximately 3.6 acres at AP 48 / Lot 5, 34 Rocky Hill Road, zoned Highway Commercial/EGO, and is submitted by ASG Builders LLC with engineer Joe Casali Engineering, Inc. The board will also approve minutes from the February 18 meeting and address an emergency evacuation and health notification.

• Comprehensive permit application for "Residences at 295" – 3.6 acres at 34 Rocky Hill Road, Highway Commercial/EGO zone, applicant ASG Builders LLC
• Approval of Technical Review Committee meeting minutes from February 18, 2026
• Emergency evacuation and health notification item

Planning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Planning Board discussed and voted on a proposed amendment to the town zoning ordinance that defines “Data Center” and lists it as Not Permitted in all districts. The board also approved the February 19, 2026 executive‑session and open‑session meeting minutes. Members voted to set a “Community Values” workshop for the Comprehensive Plan, authorizing staff to post public notice for a tentative June 30 meeting at the East Smithfield Neighborhood Center. The agenda also included an emergency evacuation and health notification and routine public‑comment and director’s report items.

• Proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance to define “Data Center” and list it as Not Permitted in all zoning districts (vote taken)
• Approval of February 19, 2026 executive‑session meeting minutes (vote taken)
• Approval of February 19, 2026 open‑session meeting minutes (vote taken)
• Comprehensive Plan: vote to schedule a “Community Values” workshop, tentatively June 30, 2026 at 7 Esmond Street (vote taken)
• Emergency evacuation and health notification item

Town Council Meeting

The council will hold an executive session to consider two pending litigation matters involving West Greenville Road, LLC and GDM ESS, LLC. In the open session, members will approve the renewal of six mobile food‑truck licenses, a one‑day beer/wine permit for the Smithfield Senior Center’s St. Patrick/St. Joseph Party, and annual massage establishment licenses. They will also adopt a series of resolutions supporting state housing bills (including House Bill 7659, Senate Bill 2421, House Bill 8281, Senate Bill 2895, Senate Bill 2917, House Bill 8279, House Bill 8280) and approve tax abatements totaling $1,554.95, among other items such as a hazard‑mitigation plan and a fee schedule for the East Smithfield Neighborhood Center.

• Executive session to discuss pending litigation: West Greenville Road, LLC v. Town of Smithfield (PC‑2025‑05420) and GDM ESS, LLC v. James S. Busam et al. (PC‑2025‑02038)
• Renewal of six mobile food‑truck licenses for Cider and Spice, Northern Lightworks (Cookie Chow), Pa’l Monte, Palagi 2000 (Palagis Ice Cream), Palagi Brothers Ice Cream, and Titus 278 (Chick‑fil‑A Attleboro)
• One‑day beer/wine license for the Smithfield Senior Center’s “St. Patrick/St. Joseph Party” on March 18, 2026, 12 p.m.–3 p.m.
• Adoption of resolutions supporting multiple state housing bills (House Bill 7659/Senate Bill 2421, House Bill 8281/Senate 2895, Senate 2917, House 8279/Senate 2914, House 8280/Senate 2915)
• Approval of tax abatements totaling $1,554.95 and adoption of a fee schedule for the East Smithfield Neighborhood Center

Zoning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Zoning Board of Review will hold a public hearing on March 4, 2026, to consider an appeal of a building official's decision and a request for a variance to install an inground pool.

• Appeal of building official's decision regarding school inspection compliance (25-023)
• Variance request to install an inground pool in a side yard (26-001)
• Consideration of February 4, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment period during the meeting
• Meeting to be held at Smithfield Town Hall, 64 Farnum Pike

Town Council Meeting

The council will consider several appointments and reappointments, including the Board of Canvassers and the Economic Development Commission. It will schedule four public hearings on April 7 to discuss amendments to the zoning ordinance, budget compensation provisions, and planning board compensation. The council will vote on contracts for a $28,510 hydrology study of the Spencer Road neighborhood and a $16,860 structural evaluation of the Julien Street culvert, both funded by the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank. Additional items include approvals of new and renewed mobile food truck and victualling licenses.

• Approve contract with BETA Group, Inc. (RI Master Price Agreement #584B) for a $28,510 hydrology and hydraulic study of the Spencer Road neighborhood
• Approve contract with AI Engineers, Inc. (RI Master Price Agreement #584B) for a $16,860 structural evaluation and hydraulic feasibility study of the Julien Street culvert
• Schedule public hearing on April 7, 2026 to amend Article 9 “Special Districts” of the Smithfield Zoning Ordinance regarding hotel room thresholds in the Economic Growth Overlay District
• Approve new Mobile Food Truck License for Big Bobby’s Q, LLC (RI Reg. #1TB 312) at 31 Phillips Lane, Harmony, RI
• Approve new Victualling License for The Fresh Monkee (Anaya Holdings, LLC) at 9 Cedar Swamp Road, Unit 5

CANCELLED Feb. 24, 2026 - Planning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Planning Board met on February 24, 2026 to hold a workshop on community values for the 2027 Comprehensive Plan rewrite. The agenda included an emergency evacuation and health notification segment, a presentation, and a workshop exercise, none of which required a vote. An adjournment vote may be taken at the end of the meeting. No other items were scheduled.

• Community values conversation workshop for 2027 Comprehensive Plan (no vote)
• Emergency evacuation and health notification segment (no vote)
• Presentation (no vote)
• Workshop exercise (no vote)
• Adjournment vote may be taken

Planning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed solar project on Tarklin Road and discuss an amendment to the Economic Growth Overlay District. The board will also review continued public hearings for two land development projects.

• Public hearing for ~35-acre solar lot on Tarklin Road
• Discussion of proposed amendment to EGOD zoning district
• Continued public hearing for 20 Levi Lane (C Zone)
• Continued public hearing for 39 Whipple Road (R-20 Zone)
• Approval of January 7 & 15, 2026 meeting minutes

Planning Board Exec. Sess.

The Smithfield Planning Board will meet in executive session to consider potential litigation under Rhode Island General Laws §42-46-5(a)(2). A motion will be taken to seal the minutes of the February 19, 2026 meeting. Afterward, the board will reconvene in open session to announce any closed‑session votes.

• Consider potential litigation pursuant to RI General Laws §42-46-5(a)(2) (vote may be taken)
• Motion to seal the minutes of the February 19, 2026 meeting (vote taken)
• Motion to reconvene into open/public session to announce closed‑session votes (vote taken)

TRC

The Smithfield Planning Board Technical Review Committee will meet to review a preliminary land development plan for 55 Stillwater Road. The applicant, Laura and Robert Tyce, is proposing a project covering approximately 3.6 acres in the R-20 and R-MED zones.

• Review of preliminary plan for 55 Stillwater Road (ID: 25-12)
• Project involves road extension and lots 48D, 59, and 125A
• Applicant: Laura & Robert Tyce
• Engineers: Hillview Environmental / Coventry Surveyor Group
• Zone: R-20 & R-MED

Town Council Meeting

The council will consider and act on several items, including the sale of town-owned property at 26 Lakeview Drive. They will authorize the Water Supply Board to issue a request for proposals for the Log Road Water Main Extension and to contract Beta Group for a risk and resiliency assessment update costing up to $18,000. The council will also consider a $79,800 performance audit contract with CLAconnect, approve tax abatements totaling $2,282.66, and renew an entertainment license for Tavolo Italian Kitchen & Bar at 970 Douglas Pike. Public hearings will be held on the Capital Improvements Program Plan for 2027‑2046 and the 2025 stormwater report, and intoxicating beverage license renewals will be addressed.

• Sale of town-owned property at 26 Lakeview Drive (AP 02/Lot 26)
• Request for proposals for Log Road Water Main Extension (Water Supply Board)
• Contract with Beta Group for 2026 Risk and Resiliency Assessment, up to $18,000
• Contract with CLAconnect via RI Master Price Agreement #503 for performance audit, $79,800
• Approval of tax abatements totaling $2,282.66

Zoning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings to decide on three applications. These include a request for dimensional variances for a new building and an appeal regarding a school inspection compliance letter.

• Dimensional variances for a separate building at 301 Farnum Pike (Farnum Pike Development, LLC)
• Appeal of a denied annual school inspection compliance letter at 311 Stillwater Road
• Extension to a previously granted resolution for 310 Mountaindale Road
• Approval of December 3, 2025 meeting minutes

Town Council Meeting

The Smithfield Town Council will meet to discuss several business licenses and board appointments. The body is also considering the acceptance of the FY2025 Audit Report and a purchase for police and fire equipment.

• Purchase of three digital vehicle repeater radio systems from Motorola Solutions for $64,986.15
• Acceptance of the Audit Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025
• New Entertainment License for Uncommon Pair Brewing, LLC at 375 Putnam Pike, Unit 14
• Annual Weapons License renewal for High Table Outfitters, LLC at 49 Cedar Swamp Road
• Two reappointments to the Budget and Financial Review Board

Town Council-Budget Rev. Bd. Mtg.

The Budget and Financial Review Board will present and discuss the draft audit report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, prepared by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. No formal decisions are noted; the meeting is for presentation and public comment before adjournment.

• Presentation and discussion of draft Audit Report for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025 with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP

Town Council Meeting

The Smithfield Town Council will hold a public hearing on intoxicating beverage license renewals and consider several board appointments. The body will also discuss a contract for architectural services and a bid for town-wide HVAC services.

• Public hearing for intoxicating beverage license renewals for Cedar Spill, Napolitano’s Lounge & Brooklyn Pizzeria, Thirsty Beaver Pub & Grub, and Val’s English Tea & Pie Shop
• Contract for architectural services for the Overbrook Academy project with Aharonian & Associates, Inc.
• Bid award for Town-wide on-call HVAC and mechanical services
• Easement request for 26 Lakeview Drive (AP 2/Lot 26)
• Appointments for Sewer Authority, Housing Authority, and Juvenile Hearing Board

Planning Board Mtg.

The Planning Board will vote on master plan extensions for two development projects. The board will also hear a preliminary presentation for a clean energy project and discuss scheduling a Comprehensive Plan workshop.

• Vote on master plan extension for biopharmaceutical facility at 30 Hanton City Road
• Vote on master plan extension for Smithfield Village at 355 Putnam Pike
• Preliminary plan presentation for Endurance Clean Energy at Tarklin Road and Log Road
• Discussion and possible vote to set a 'Community Values' Workshop for February 24, 2026

TRC

The Technical Review Committee will consider the master‑plan review for a major land development at 390 Harris Road (approximately .98 acres, Zone I) submitted by Coble Hill Development LLC. The committee will also approve the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting and address an emergency evacuation and health notification. Public comment will be heard before adjournment.

• Review of major land development master plan for 390 Harris Road (AP 48 / Lot 47B, .98 acres, Zone I)
• Approve December 18, 2025 meeting minutes

Town Council/School Cte. Jt. Mtg.

The joint Town Council/School Committee meeting will review processes for school projects, examine the high school football locker room investigation, and consider the Boyle Athletic Complex loan and field maintenance. It will also discuss ice rink usage, shared data resources, human resources matters, enrollment predictions, and the impact of budget cuts on staff. Finally, the council will look at preliminary projections for the FY2027 school budget and schedule future meetings.

• Discuss process for school projects requiring Town Council approval
• Discuss findings of the high school football locker room investigation
• Discuss Boyle Athletic Complex loan
• Discuss ice rink usage (finances, school usage, priority process)
• Discuss preliminary projections for the FY2027 school budget

Planning Board Mtg.

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing regarding a master plan for a major land development. The board will review the submission and may approve, deny, or continue the application.

• Public hearing for The Collection at LimeRock Acres (60 & 82 Limerock Road)
• Proposed development of 112 units on approximately 38 acres
• Review of AP 45 / Lot 43 & AP 45 / Lot 43B in Zone R-80

CANCELLED Jan. 7, 2026 - Zoning Board Mtg.

The Smithfield Zoning Board of Review meeting scheduled for January 7, 2027 was cancelled. No agenda items were listed, so no decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Town Council Meeting

The Smithfield Town Council will hold public hearings on animal raising regulations and liquor license renewals. The body will also consider several new contracts for engineering, environmental services, and equipment purchases.

• Purchase of a 2022 Ford Bronco for the Building & Zoning Official for $30,829.45
• Contract amendment with Veolia Water for Local Limits Evaluation at $28,302.00
• Purchase of 95-gallon refuse and recycling carts from Rehrig Pacific Company for $16,525.00
• Environmental investigation contract with Beta Group of Lincoln for up to $16,350.00
• Public hearing on amendments to Article 4 'Use Regulations' regarding non-commercial outdoor animal raising