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 "city": "Smithfield",
 "state": "Rhode Island",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/Smithfield-ri/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Town Council Mtg.",
   "headline": "Town Council to approve licenses and authorize contracts for public works and pickleball courts",
   "summary": "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.",
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   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Planning Board Mtg.",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Sand Trace Phase I‑III major land development at 8 Mann School Road",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/planning/2026/jul16pl_26dk.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Town Council-Charter Rev. Work Sess.",
   "headline": "Town Council discusses proposed charter amendments",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/jul13_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Zoning Board Mtg.",
   "headline": "Zoning Board to hear six applications including special use permits and variances",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/zoning/2026/jul08_26zag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "TRC",
   "headline": "Review of Sand Trace Phase I‑III major land development permit for 54.95‑acre lot",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/planning/2026/jul01pl_25dktr.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-30",
   "body": "Planning Board Mtg.",
   "headline": "Planning Board holds community values workshop for 2027 Comprehensive Plan",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/planning/2026/jun30pl_26dk.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Town Council Mtg.",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/jun29_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Town Council Mtg.",
   "headline": "Council will consider FY 2027 budget appropriation and tax levy resolution",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/jun29_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Town Council Mtg.",
   "headline": "Town Council to schedule hearing on proposed Town Charter amendments",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/jun23_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Town Council Mtg.",
   "headline": "Town Council to discuss charter amendments and appointments.",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/jun23_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "CANCELLED Jun. 18, 2026 - Planning Board Mtg.",
   "headline": "Smithfield Planning Board meeting cancelled for June 18, 2026",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/planning/2026/jun18pl_26dk.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Town Council Mtg.",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/jun16_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Town Council Mtg.",
   "headline": "Town Council will vote on the FY 2027 appropriation and tax levy resolution",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/jun16_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Town Work Sess.",
   "headline": "Town Council Budget and Financial Review Board will discuss FY 2026-2027 budget",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/jun09_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "CANCELLED Jun. 3, 2026 - Zoning Board Mtg.",
   "headline": "Zoning Board meeting cancelled; no decisions made",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/zoning/2026/jun03_26zag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Town Council Mtg.",
   "headline": "Town Council will vote to ratify police and fire collective bargaining agreements",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/jun02_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-27",
   "body": "Town Council-School Cte. Work Sess.",
   "headline": "Smithfield Town Council and School Committee to discuss FY 2027 School Budget",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/may27_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Planning Board Mtg.",
   "headline": "Planning Board to hold public hearing on proposed fire station",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/planning/2026/may21pl_26dk.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "DRAFT - Planning Board Mtg.",
   "headline": "Planning Board approves preliminary plan for new fire station",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/planning/2026/may21pl_26d.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Town Council receives FY 2027 budget recommendation from Financial Review Board",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/may19_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Town Council Work Sess.",
   "headline": "Town Council discusses proposed sewer rate increases through FY 2029",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/may19_26ws.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "DRAFT May 6, 2026 - Zoning Board Mtg.",
   "headline": "Zoning Board approves chicken permit and outdoor seating amendment",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/zoning/2026/may06_26z.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Zoning Board Mtg.",
   "headline": "Board will consider a special use permit for chickens on Orchard Avenue",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/zoning/2026/may06_26zag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Town Council to approve $47,700 engineering services contract for wastewater pump station",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/may05_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Town Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council weighs $1.48 million EPA water‑main grant and related contracts",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://clerkshq.com/Content/Smithfield-ri/council/2026/apr21_26ag.htm",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://clerkshq.com/Smithfield-ri"
  }
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