Coventry public meetings in 2025
133 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. The next meeting is anticipated on January 28, 2026 at the high school. Items on the agenda, including a public hearing for the Village at Tiogue development, will be carried over to the next meeting.
- Public hearing for Village at Tiogue – 176 units on ~27 acres, 25% affordable
- Emergency evacuation plan item
- Approval of minutes from prior meeting
- Director's report on Subdivision and Land Development Regulations
- Zoom webinar information for remote access (meeting cancelled)
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission will review a bond reduction for the 32‑lot "The Oaks at Hope Furnace" subdivision. Several public hearings will be held for projects including Siena Condominiums, Gormley Garage ADU, and Moo Cow Solar. The commission will also recommend Ordinance No. 2025‑23 to amend the zoning schedule to permit cannabis retail in the General Business zone.
- Bond reduction for "The Oaks at Hope Furnace" 32‑lot cluster subdivision (RR2 zone)
- Public hearing: Siena Condominiums – 8 duplexes (16 units) on Main Street & Jurczyk Court, 25% affordable
- Public hearing: Gormley Garage ADU – 1,288 SF accessory dwelling unit above garage on 33 Brian Hollow Road, dimensional variances requested
- Public informational meeting: Moo Cow Solar – 4.4 MW DC ground‑mounted solar installation on 2446 Victory Highway
- Ordinance No. 2025‑23 to amend zoning schedule allowing cannabis retail in GB zone
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency will hold a meeting on December 17, 2025, to discuss site development planning, review minutes from a prior meeting, and welcome a new member. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers at 1670 Flat River Road and is open to the public via Zoom.
- Review minutes from November 19, 2025
- Welcome new agency member
- Discuss site development planning and scoring matrix
- Meeting with Pawtuxet River Authority
- Public comment on docketed items
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust board will discuss and potentially act on several property matters, including the sale of development rights for Pettigrew Properties at 798 Nicholas Rd. and a possible purchase of development rights for Pettigrew Property at 60 Railroad Ave. The agenda also includes a possible land donation of the Andrea Property on Nelson Capwell Rd., a budget discussion, and other ongoing land‑trust activities.
- 5.1 Pettigrew Properties, 798 Nicholas Rd. – sale of development rights (AP 307 Lots 3&4)
- 5.2 Andrea Property, 0 Nelson Capwell Rd. – possible donation of land (AP 315 Lot 4)
- 7.1 Attestation form for property interest
- 7.2 Pettigrew Property, 60 Railroad Ave. – possible purchase of development rights (AP 314 Lot 75)
- 7.4 Budget discussion
Town Council
The Town Council will vote on Resolution 2025‑130 to approve a $2,894,100 contract with Delta Mechanical Contractors for fire‑protection renovations at Coventry High School, funded from the school’s $25 million bond. The Council will also consider Resolution 2025‑129 to use $36,254.91 of impact fees for supplies for the high school science labs and sewer project, and will discuss the appointment of a Town Solicitor and other board appointments. Additional items include a first reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑23 amending zoning regulations and public comment periods.
- Approve $2,894,100 contract with Delta Mechanical Contractors for Coventry High School fire protection renovations (Resolution 2025‑130)
- Approve $36,254.91 impact fee use for supplies for Coventry High School science labs and sewer project (Resolution 2025‑129)
- Appointment of a Town Solicitor (executive/closed session item)
- First reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑23 amending zoning regulations
- Appointments to Juvenile Hearing Board, Library Board of Trustees, and Tax Assessor Board of Review
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission will vote on the wording of a letter to the Town Council about weed abatement for lakes and ponds. It will also hold a public discussion and provide advisory comments on the Village at Tiogue Comprehensive Permit application, which proposes 176 residential units on about 27 acres. Public comment time is scheduled before the meeting adjourns.
- Vote on language for a letter to the Town Council and other commissions regarding weed abatement for lakes and ponds
- Discussion and advisory comments on the Village at Tiogue application (176 units on ~27 acres, Zone R‑20, lots 149‑151 & 153)
- Public comment period
Technical Review Committee
The Technical Review Committee will consider public comments on a series of land‑development applications, including the 176‑unit Village at Tiogue and several smaller projects such as a new office space, a day‑care parking lot, and various residential and commercial additions. The committee’s role is to forward these comments to the Planning Commission, which will make final decisions at its December 17‑18 meetings. No formal approvals are made by the TRC at this session.
- Village at Tiogue – 176 units on ~27 acres, 25% affordable, major land development (AP 32)
- New Office Space – 1,440 SF accessory office at 19 Howard Avenue (AP 96)
- Day Care Parking Lot – 0.36‑acre (~15,700 SF) parking lot for day‑care at 0 Chase Road/16 Hope Furnace Road (AP 101)
- Siena Condominiums – 8 duplexes (16 units) on ~2.2 acres, 25% affordable (AP 45)
- Gormley Garage ADU – 1,288 SF accessory dwelling unit with three dimensional variances at 33 Brian Hollow Road (AP 323)
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025 was cancelled. The agenda items, including two appeals concerning violations at 211 and 138 Read School House Road, will be re‑noticed in a future meeting notice and mailed to nearby property owners. The meeting would have been held in‑person at Town Hall Council Chambers, 1670 Flat River Road, with a Zoom option provided.
- Appeal of Building Official Decision/Notice of Violation (June 30, 2025) – 211 Read School House Road, zone RR-2
- Appeal of Zoning Enforcement Officer's Notice of Order (Sept 11, 2025) – 138 Read School House Road, zone RR-2
- Approval of minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will consider approving a $29,210 contract for Crossman Engineering to design a traffic signal at the Hopkins Hill Road and Centre of New England Boulevard intersection. The body will also vote on a forensic investigation into former Town Solicitor invoices and a reduced sewer assessment for the Coventry Crossing development.
- Contract with Crossman Engineering for $29,210 for traffic signal design
- Hiring Clifton Larson Allen LLP for up to $35,000 to investigate former Town Solicitor's invoices
- Reduced sewer assessment for Coventry Crossing Residential Development
- Public comment on docketed items
- Appointment of a Town Solicitor
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission will meet to approve its 2026 meeting calendar and discuss staffing changes for the coming year. The body will also review ongoing projects including the Read School repairs and a draft driving tour map.
- Approval of 2026 meeting calendar
- Status of repairs for Read School
- Updates on CLG Grant
- Review of draft driving tour map
- Discussion of 2026 staffing changes
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council meeting on Dec 2, 2025 will consider several resolutions, including the approval of a statewide Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management System contract for $182,315.67. Council members will also vote on a consent agreement with Matthew J. McGowan for Commerce Park Realty, LLC, adopt the 2026‑2027 fiscal year budget calendar, and adopt a new employee handbook. Additional agenda items include a public hearing on the transfer of a Class B liquor license for Ronnie’s Tavern & Coffeehouse at 599 Tioque Avenue, renewal of three campground licenses, and appointments to the Juvenile Hearing Board, Redevelopment Agency, and Finance Committee.
- Public hearing on transfer of Class B liquor license for Ronnie’s Tavern & Coffeehouse, 599 Tioque Avenue
- Renewal of campground licenses: Ayoho Campground (249 McManus Road), Water’s Edge Campground (119 Peckham Lane), Hickory Ridge Family Campground (584 Victory Highway)
- Appointments: 2 seats on Juvenile Hearing Board, 1 seat on Coventry Redevelopment Agency, 2 seats on Finance Committee
- Resolution 2025‑122 approving purchase of statewide CAD & Records Management System contract for $182,315.67
- Resolution 2025‑124 adopting the 2026‑2027 fiscal year budget calendar
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission will hold a workshop to finalize its report to the Town Council on forming a single municipal fire department. The discussion includes dissolving the four existing fire districts, transferring assets and liabilities, and addressing taxing authority. Attachments for review include fire district property data, the solicitor's report, and MERS information.
- Workshop to finalize the report to the Town Council on municipal fire department formation
- Review of Attachment A: Tax Assessor Fire District Properties
- Review of Attachment B: Solicitor Report on Municipal Fire Department Formation
- Review of Attachment C: MERS Information
- Adjournment vote
Town Council
The Town Council will consider purchasing emergency cardiac equipment and approving a consent agreement regarding a solar facility on a landfill cap. The meeting also includes discussions on the Town Solicitor selection process and preliminary budget scheduling.
- Resolution 2025-121: Purchase of four Stryker LifePak 35 cardiac monitors/defibrillators for $282,345.01 using Opioid Settlement Funds
- Resolution 2025-120: Approval of a Consent Agreement with Matthew J. McGowan, Esq. (Receiver of Commerce Park Realty, LLC) regarding a solar facility and interconnection facilities
- Discussion on the selection process for Town Solicitor
- Presentation on the zoning/code enforcement process from Planning/Zoning Director Doug McLean
- Executive session regarding potential litigation over invoices with David J. Igliozzi Esq. and John M. Verdecchia, Esq.
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust board will meet to review and act on several agenda items. The board will consider approving the draft 2026 calendar, discuss a draft letter to the Finance Department, and review procedures for appraisals and property selection. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of September 16, 2025 minutes and a public comment period.
- Approval of Draft 2026 Calendar
- Discussion of Draft Letter to the Finance Department
- Discussion of Land Trust procedures regarding appraisals and selection of properties
- Approval of September 16, 2025 minutes
- Public comment period
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency will review an Emergency Evacuation Plan and approve the minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting. It will accept any written public comments on docketed items. The agency will discuss several available properties—including the area behind DPW, Francis H. Sherman Park, and the dam embankments—and consider public‑recreation improvements such as a beach/picnic area, boat ramp, marina with fuel dock, fishing pier, and bike‑trail extension.
- Emergency Evacuation Plan (item 2)
- Approval of meeting minutes from 10‑29‑2025 (item 3)
- Discussion of property behind DPW (location between bike path and pond, dam embankment near Reservoir Road)
- Discussion of Francis H. Sherman Park site (item 5C2)
- Consideration of public‑recreation facilities: beach/picnic area, boat ramp, marina with fuel dock, fishing pier, bike‑trail extension
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plan for the Village at Tiogue project, which proposes 176 residential units on roughly 27 acres. The applicant, 232 Realty Associates, seeks a Comprehensive Permit for lots 149, 150, 151, and 153 in the R-20 residential zone, with at least 25% of units deed‑restricted as affordable. The commission will consider the proposal and related site access and utility plans, and will also review Subdivision and Land Development Regulations.
- Public hearing on Village at Tiogue – 176 units (single‑family and multi‑family) on ~27 acres
- Applicant: 232 Realty Associates, requesting Comprehensive Permit for AP 32, lots 149,150,151,153, Zone R-20
- Minimum 25% of units must be deed‑restricted as affordable housing
- Proposed site access via Tiogue Ave, Tiffany Rd, East Shore Dr, and Minglewood Dr
- Review of Subdivision and Land Development Regulations (Item 7)
Town Council
The Town Council will vote on several sewer connection requests and tax assessor additions and abatements. The body will also discuss an audit of former Solicitor Stephen Angell's invoices and a consent agreement regarding Commerce Park Realty, LLC.
- Resolution 2025-116: Tax abatements of $8,775.00 and additions of $35,664.28
- Resolution 2025-117: Ramblewood Estates sewer connection
- Resolution 2025-118: Hopkins Hill Road sewer capacity peer review
- Resolution 2025-119: 1184 Main Street sewer connection
- Resolution 2025-220: Consent agreement with Matthew J. McGowan, Esq. as Receiver of Commerce Park Realty, LLC
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust will discuss ongoing business items such as the Treasurer's Report, outreach efforts, website updates, grant opportunities, and potential properties of interest. Old business includes reviewing the sale of development rights for Pettigrew Properties at 798 Nicholas Rd. and the possible donation of the Andrea Property at 0 Nelson Capwell Rd. Additional topics cover property management issues like boundary markers, trail maintenance, prescribed burns, GIS mapping, and wildlife cameras.
- Pettigrew Properties, 798 Nicholas Rd. – Sale of Development Rights (AP 307, Lots 3&4)
- Andrea Property, 0 Nelson Capwell Rd. – Possible Donation of Land (AP 315, Lot 4)
- Boundary Markers & Signs
- General Trail System – Scheduling Maintenance/Improvements
- Prescribed Burns
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission will review and discuss several ongoing projects, including lake updates, grant opportunities, and stormwater management for Upper Dam Pond. In new business, the commission will provide an update from the Lincoln Conservation Commission and vote to approve the 2026 meeting calendar. The meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall Annex Planning Conference Room.
- Lake Updates (weed abatement, recreational activities)
- Possible Grant Applications/Opportunities
- Stormwater Management – Upper Dam Pond
- Forest Management Plan – Fire Safety
- Approval of 2026 Calendar
Technical Review Committee
The Technical Review Committee is meeting to discuss and comment on the preliminary plan for the 'Village at Tiogue' development, a major land development and comprehensive permit application. The committee will also approve minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. No public verbal comments are taken, but written comments can be submitted.
- Village at Tiogue: 176 residential units (single- and multi-family) on ~27 acres, AP 32, Lots 149, 150, 151, 153, Zone R-20
- Applicant: 232 Realty Associates; access from Tiogue Ave, Tiffany Rd, East Shore Dr, Minglewood Dr
- At least 25% of units deed-restricted as affordable
- Public water and sewer anticipated
- Planning Commission review scheduled for November 19, 2025
Historic Preservation Commission
The Coventry Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of prior minutes and updates on several ongoing projects. Items include a goals and objectives exercise, a CLG grant, 250th anniversary celebration ideas, a draft driving tour map, a stone marker, and the status of repairs at the Read School. No new business will be discussed after 7:30 PM.
- Update on CLG grant
- Status of repairs at Read School
- Stone marker at corner of Matteson and Maple Valley
- Draft driving tour map updates
- 250th anniversary celebration ideas
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to hear requests for dimensional variances, including a proposed administrative subdivision on Holden Street that would require multiple variances, and two appeals of enforcement decisions. The meeting is in person with remote participation options.
- Administrative subdivision by Melissa and James Nolan at AP 45 Lots 33 & 35, 33-35 & 37 Holden Street, seeking variances for lot area, frontage, lot coverage, and setbacks
- Dimensional variance request by Francis Carson at 17 Hill Farm Camp Road to reconstruct a dwelling 57.8' from rear property line (90' required)
- Continued appeal by Karissa Robinson & Kyle Cloutier of Building Official's Notice of Violation dated June 30, 2025, at 211 Read School House Road
- Continued appeal by Jamie Fielder of Zoning Enforcement Officer's Notice of Order dated September 11, 2025, at 138 Read School House Road
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is holding a special meeting to vote on several resolutions, including awarding a $157,000 contract for the Quidnick Field basketball court reconstruction using CDBG funds, supporting a $122,283 DEM grant application for the Paine Field playground replacement, and approving a $17,500 engineering contract for Bates Avenue drainage improvements. The council will also discuss a property tax allocation agreement for Commerce Park properties and consider appointments to fill vacant District 4 and 5 seats.
- Resolution 2025-113: Award $157,000 to Cape and Island Tennis and Track for Quidnick Field basketball court (CDBG-funded)
- Resolution 2025-112: Support $122,283 RIDEM Outdoor Recreation Grant for Paine Field playground replacement
- Resolution 2025-115: Approve $17,500 contract with Coventry Survey Design Group for Bates Avenue drainage engineering
- Annual renewal of Class A, B, C, D liquor licenses (public hearings)
- Appointments to fill vacant Town Council District 4 and 5 seats
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed 669 SF addition to an automotive repair garage at 1160 Main St., which requires a use variance. It will also hold a public informational meeting on a 36-unit multi-family project at Red Brook Lane, with 5 affordable units. The agenda includes a bond reduction request for a subdivision and notes a withdrawn proposal for Westwood Estates.
- Public hearing: 1160 Main St. garage addition (669 SF) with use variance for auto repair/body shop in GB zone
- Public informational meeting: The Woods at Red Brook Phase 3, 36-unit multi-family project, 5 affordable units, Red Brook Lane
- Bond reduction: The Oaks at Hope Furnace, 32-lot cluster subdivision, Hope Furnace Road
- Withdrawn: Westwood Estates Reconfiguration Plan (Hometown America Communities, Reservoir Rd.)
- Director's report: schedule changes, fact-checking public comments, subdivision regulations
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on routine matters, including approving prior meeting minutes. The main substantive items are updates on the Johnson's Pond redevelopment plan, including a boundary survey status and an FAQ/website response update, as well as a presentation on Open Meetings Act and Ethics Commission requirements. No resolutions or carried-over business are listed.
- Discussion of Johnson's Pond redevelopment plan boundary survey status
- Update on Johnson's Pond redevelopment plan FAQ and website responses
- Presentation on Open Meetings Act and RI Ethics Commission requirements
- Approval of meeting minutes from 09-25-2025 and 09-30-2025
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to handle routine renewals (liquor and victualling licenses), award a $157,000 contract to reconstruct the Quidnick Field basketball court using CDBG funds, and discuss several legal matters in closed session, including pending litigation and a property tax allocation agreement. The council will also consider resolutions supporting a state grant for Paine Field playground and approving engineering services for Bates Avenue drainage.
- Resolution 2025-113: Award $157,000 to Cape and Island Tennis and Tack for Quidnick Field basketball court reconstruction (CDBG-funded)
- Resolution 2025-115: Approve $17,500 contract with Coventry Survey Design Group for Bates Avenue drainage engineering
- Resolution 2025-112: Support RIDEM Outdoor Recreation Grant application for Paine Field Playground
- Public hearings on annual renewal of Class A, B, B Limited, C, and D liquor licenses
- Executive session on litigation with Soscia Holdings and Commerce Park Realty, including a property tax allocation agreement for Assessors Plat 5 Lot 12
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss ongoing business, including potential property acquisitions, property management, and conservation strategies. The agenda includes updates on the sale of development rights for the Pettigrew Properties and a possible land donation for the Andrea Property, as well as general items like trail maintenance and grant opportunities.
- Pettigrew Properties, 798 Nicholas Rd. - AP 307, Lots 3&4 - Sale of Development Rights
- Andrea Property, 0 Nelson Capwell Rd., AP 315 Lot 4 - Possible Donation of Land
- Letter for the Potential Acquisition of Property
- Conservation Easement Strategy - Maria Broadbent, Scheduling Session With
- Prescribed Burns
Planning Commission - POSTPONED
This meeting is postponed to October 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes a bond reduction request, a withdrawn proposal, a public hearing for a garage addition, and an informational meeting for a multi-family project.
- Bond reduction for The Oaks at Hope Furnace, a 32-lot cluster subdivision on Hope Furnace Road
- Westwood Estates Reconfiguration Plan withdrawn by applicant
- Public hearing for 669 SF addition to automotive repair garage at 1160 Main St, requiring use variance
- Informational meeting for The Woods at Red Brook Phase 3, a 36-unit multi-family project with 5 affordable units
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission is holding its organizational meeting to discuss and potentially act on old business items, including lake updates, grant opportunities, stormwater management, and a forest management plan for fire safety. New business and future agenda items for November will also be considered. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no specific votes or contracts listed.
- Lake updates and recreational activities
- Possible grant applications and opportunities
- Stormwater management for Upper Dam Pond
- Forest management plan for fire safety
- Arkwright-Harris Riverwalk
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2025-22, which clarifies the duties of the Building Inspector and Zoning Enforcement Officer. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including a $655,000 purchase of development rights for the Pettigrew Properties, a sewer extension for Sienna Condominiums, and equipment purchases for the Parks and Recreation and Public Works departments. Additionally, the council will discuss the Coventry High School sewer project status and consider appointments to town boards.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-22 to clarify Building Inspector and Zoning Enforcement Officer duties
- Resolution 2025-108: $655,000 to purchase development rights at 798 Nicholas Rd (Pettigrew Properties)
- Resolution 2025-106: Approving Sienna Condominiums sewer extension
- Resolution 2025-104: $49,584.83 for playground equipment at Giblin Memorial Park
- Resolution 2025-107: $51,534.50 for a 2024 Ford Transit Van for Parks and Recreation
Technical Review Committee
The Technical Review Committee will discuss two development proposals for comment to the Planning Commission. The main item is the 'Village at Tiogue,' a 176-unit mixed residential project on about 27 acres, with at least 25% affordable units. The committee will also review a garage addition at 1160 Main St. that requires a use variance. No public verbal comments are taken at this meeting.
- Village at Tiogue: 176 units (single- and multi-family) on AP 32, Lots 149, 150, 151, 153, zone R-20, off Tiogue Ave, East Shore Dr, Minglewood Dr, Tiffany Rd
- Village at Tiogue: minimum 25% deed-restricted affordable units; access from four streets; public water/sewer anticipated
- 1160 Main Street Garage: 669 SF addition to existing 1,260 SF auto repair garage on 0.26 acres, zone GB
- 1160 Main Street Garage: Use Variance needed because general auto repair/body shop not permitted in GB zone
- Public comments accepted in writing only, to [email protected]
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to consider several personnel and legal matters. They will vote on resolutions to appoint two interim town solicitors and to confirm Benjamin H. Witt as Chief of Police. The council will also discuss terminating the current town solicitor, Angell Law LLC, and potentially changing council leadership and rules.
- Resolution 2025-101: appoint John Verdecchia and David Igliozzi as Interim Town Solicitors
- Resolution 2025-102: approve Benjamin H. Witt as Chief of Police
- Discussion/action on termination of Angell Law, LLC as Town Solicitor
- Discussion/action on changing Town Council Leadership
- Discussion/action on audit of invoices between Town and Angell Law, LLC
Historic Preservation Commission
The Coventry Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior minutes and receiving updates on carried-over items including a CLG grant, 250th Anniversary celebration ideas, a draft diving tour map, and a stone marker at Matteson and Maple Valley. The commission will also conduct a goals and objectives exercise. No new business will be discussed after 7:30 PM.
- Update on CLG Grant
- 250th Anniversary Celebration ideas
- Draft Diving Tour Map updates
- Stone Marker at corner of Matteson and Maple Valley updates
- Goals and Objectives Exercise
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will convene on October 1, 2025, to consider a variance request from Jubilee Plaza LLC and Stop & Shop Supermarket for an accessory utility building at 900 Tiogue Avenue. The building would be placed in the front yard, where such structures are not permitted, and would be only 0.6 feet from the side property line, where 10 feet is required. The board will also approve minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting.
- Variance request for accessory utility building at 900 Tiogue Avenue (AP 29 Lot 232)
- Building dimensions: 7.75' x 16.25' x 6.7'
- Front yard placement not permitted in General Business zone
- Side setback of 0.6 feet vs. required 10 feet
- Meeting held in-person and via Zoom
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency is meeting to handle routine procedural items, including approving prior meeting minutes and electing a chairperson. No new business, resolutions, or public hearings are docketed, making this a largely administrative session.
- Election of Chairperson
- Approval of Executive Session Minutes from September 25, 2024
- Public comment on docketed items only; no public hearings scheduled
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will convene to hear one new business item: an appeal by Karissa Robinson and Kyle Cloutier of a Building Official's Decision/Notice of Violation dated June 30, 2025, regarding property at 211 Read School House Road (AP 71 Lot 101) in the RR-2 zone. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person with remote participation options.
- Appeal of Building Official's Decision/Notice of Violation, June 30, 2025
- Appellants: Karissa Robinson & Kyle Cloutier
- Location: AP 71 Lot 101; 211 Read School House Road
- Zone: RR-2
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Workshop
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency is meeting to conduct its first community workshop, soliciting public input on the draft Redevelopment Study Area Boundary. The boundary considers lands affected by Johnson's Pond Dam conditions and access points to potential recreational opportunities. The workshop, facilitated by consultant GZA, will include breakout groups. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, emergency evacuation plan, and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- First Community Workshop on draft Redevelopment Study Area Boundary
- Boundary considers lands affected by Johnson's Pond Dam conditions
- Workshop facilitated by consultant GZA with breakout groups
- Meeting at Coventry High School, 40 Reservoir Road
- No business matters carried over or resolutions listed
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will hold public hearings on a liquor license transfer, a proposed ordinance establishing rules for tax exemption and stabilization agreements, and a continued hearing on a zoning amendment for the Coventry Centre development. The council will also consider resolutions for pavement markings and a bond release, and receive an update on homeless encampments.
- Public hearing: Transfer of Class B liquor license from Jaquar Tap Inc dba Nicky's Lounge to E & B Entertainment LLC dba Tipsy Tavern at 354 Tiogue Avenue
- Public hearing: Ordinance No. 2025-20 to add Chapter 217 Article VIII on Tax Exemption and Tax Stabilization Agreements
- Continued public hearing: Ordinance No. 2025-19 to amend Chapter 255 Zoning for Coventry Centre, with developer proposing 15% affordable units (~33 units) and requesting tax stabilization and reduced impact fees
- Resolution 2025-99: Awarding pavement markings for the Annex Community Learning Center
- Resolution 2025-100: Approving release of bond for Cedar Creek Phase II in the amount of $18,373.43
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission is holding an organizational meeting to discuss and potentially act on old and new business. Topics include lake updates, possible grant applications, sewer development, stormwater management, and a forest management plan for fire safety. The meeting is open to the public.
- Lake updates and recreational activities
- Possible grant applications
- Stormwater management for Upper Dam Pond
- Forest management plan for fire safety
- Integration of stormwater management practices into town construction work
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several property matters, including the sale of development rights for the Pettigrew properties, a possible acquisition of the Hayes property, and a potential land donation from the Andrea property. The agenda also includes routine business such as the treasurer's report, outreach efforts, and property management items like trail maintenance and prescribed burns. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; most items are framed as discussion and/or action.
- Pettigrew Properties, 798 Nicholas Rd. (AP 307, Lots 3&4) - sale of development rights
- David W. Hayes Property, 0 Maple Valley Rd. (AP 323 Lot 30) - possible acquisition
- Andrea Property, 0 Nelson Capwell Rd. (AP 315 Lot 4) - possible land donation
- Draft letter for potential acquisition of property
- Prescribed burns and trail maintenance scheduling
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission is meeting to conduct a workshop. The primary purpose of this session is to finalize a report intended for presentation to the Town Council.
- Workshop to finalize report for Town Council
Technical Review Committee
The Coventry Technical Review Committee will review and provide comments on several proposed developments, including a 75-unit residential condominium project, a self-storage facility conversion at the Arkwright Mill property, new office space, two accessory dwelling units requiring variances, and an automotive repair facility.
- Storage Five Coventry: conversion of Arkwright Mill at 538 Main St. into self-storage with a 2,935 SF addition
- New Office Space: construction of a 1,440 SF standalone office at 19 Howard Ave.
- New London Preserve: development of 75 detached, single-family condominium units on New London Turnpike
- Hartsig Barn ADU: construction of a 1,315 SF accessory dwelling unit requiring a dimensional variance at 655 Narrow Lane
- Simpson's Auto: change of use and use variance to open an automotive repair facility at 639 Main St.
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including a public hearing on Ordinance 2025-19, which would rezone land at Arnold Road and New London Turnpike for a mixed-use development with commercial and residential uses. The council will also vote on licenses, appointments, resolutions, and discuss tax freeze changes and other reports. The agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes and public comment periods.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-19: Coventry Centre Planned District, 16-acre site at Arnold Road and New London Turnpike, with 48,000 GSF commercial and 218 multifamily units (15% affordable proposed)
- New victualling license for Longshore Coffee, LLC at 315 South Main Street
- Resolution 2025-96: Approving sewer connection for 466 Washington Street
- Resolution 2025-97: Tax Assessor additions and abatements for Jan 1–Sep 2, 2025
- Resolution 2025-98: Transferring assignment of 7 Loretta Avenue to Phil Casey
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission will discuss its final report, to be presented to the Town Council on September 9, 2025. The report recommends creating a unified municipal fire department to replace the four independent fire districts, citing staffing shortages and service gaps. The commission will also vote on meeting minutes and may enter executive session.
- Discussion of final report recommending a municipal fire department, with phased staffing increases: Phase 1 (+4 firefighters, $500K-$600K) and Phase 2 (+8 firefighters, $1M-$1.2M)
- Report notes current staffing of 52 firefighters across 5 stations, with some apparatus offline due to retention issues
- Commission to vote on minutes from June 26 and July 10, 2025 meetings
- Public comment and written comments accepted on docketed items
Historic Preservation Commission
The Coventry Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes from July and August, welcoming a new alternate member, and discussing reimbursements. They will also get updates on the CLG grant and planning for the 250th Anniversary Celebration, and discuss a stone marker at Matteson and Maple Valley. No new business will be discussed after 7:30 PM.
- Discussion of CLG grant updates
- Planning for 250th Anniversary Celebration
- Welcoming new Alternate Member Joshua Magnone
- Discussion, vote, or other action on reimbursements
- Stone marker at corner of Matteson and Maple Valley
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to hear and decide on several variance applications. These include requests for a use variance to build a home in an industrial zone, dimensional relief for a garage and an accessory structure, and setback variances for two new dwellings. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.
- Use variance for single-family home at 1340 Main Street (I1 zone) with 10-ft and 20-ft side setbacks where 30 ft required
- Dimensional relief for 48'x32'x25' detached garage at 2 Barber Street (R-20 zone), height 25 ft where 15 ft allowed
- Dimensional relief for 1,315 sq ft accessory structure at 655 Narrow Lane (RR-5 zone), exceeding 1,200 sq ft allowed
- 48-ft rear setback variance for new dwelling at 48 Raymond's Point Road (RR-2 zone), 42 ft where 90 ft required
- 40-ft rear setback variance for new dwelling at 31 Hill Farm Camp (RR-2 zone), 50 ft where 90 ft required
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission is meeting to hold public hearings on two major development proposals: the Coventry Centre project, which includes commercial and multifamily residential uses, and the Westwood Estates reconfiguration, which would add mobile home sites. The commission will also discuss and potentially vote on recommending zone changes for both projects to the Town Council, as well as a zoning code amendment regarding building and zoning enforcement responsibilities.
- Public hearing on Coventry Centre: 48,000 sq ft commercial space and 218 multifamily units (18% affordable) at 666 Arnold Road and 2271 New London Turnpike
- Public hearing on Westwood Estates: add 46 mobile home sites at 0, 49, and 64 Reservoir Rd
- Recommendation on Ordinance 2025-19: zone change from I-1 to PD for Coventry Centre
- Recommendation on Ordinance 2025-21: amendment to PD zone for Westwood Estates
- Discussion of Ordinance 2025-22: zoning code amendment clarifying Building Inspector and Zoning Enforcement Officer duties
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will meet to vote on several resolutions, including the purchase of sanitation trucks and police vehicles, and the release of a bond for Cedar Creek Phase II. The council will also hold first readings of ordinances on tax stabilization agreements and zoning changes, and consider new liquor and victualling licenses. Several executive session items are scheduled for litigation and legal advice.
- Resolution 2025-92: purchase of 3 sanitation trucks for DPW
- Resolution 2025-93: purchase of 2 Ford Police Patrol Interceptor SUVs
- Resolution 2025-94: purchase of an administrative police vehicle
- Resolution 2025-89: final bond release of $18,373.43 for Cedar Creek Phase II
- First reading of Ordinance 2025-20 on tax exemption and stabilization agreements
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will host a special meeting featuring a presentation by consultant David L. Taylor. The presentation covers findings from a recently completed Historic Resources Survey of the Arkwright and Harris mill villages.
- Public presentation of Arkwright and Harris Historic Resources Survey findings
- Q&A session regarding the survey findings
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust will hold a public hearing and vote on purchasing development rights for the Pettigrew Properties at 798 Nicholas Rd for $655,000, plus appraisal and related costs. It will also consider recommending the same purchase to the Town Council. Other agenda items include routine approvals, property updates, and ongoing management discussions.
- Public hearing and vote on Purchase of Development Rights for Pettigrew Properties, 798 Nicholas Rd, AP 307 Lots 3 & 4, for $655,000 plus $3,750 appraisal cost
- Recommendation to Town Council for the same Pettigrew development rights purchase
- Approval of minutes from July 15, 2025, April 29, 2025, and December 3, 2024
- Discussion of possible acquisition of David W. Hayes Property, 0 Maple Valley Rd, AP 323 Lot 30
- Discussion of possible land donation of Andrea Property, 0 Nelson Capwell Rd, AP 315 Lot 4
Technical Review Committee
The Technical Review Committee will discuss two major development proposals for comment to the Planning Commission. The Westwood Estates Reconfiguration Plan would add mobile home sites and new roads in a mobile home district, while the Coventry Centre project includes commercial space and multifamily housing with affordable units. The committee will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.
- Westwood Estates Reconfiguration Plan: increase mobile home sites, 3 new private roads, zone change (AP 43 Lot 35, 35.001; AP 35 Lot 32.001; AP 44 Lots 4,5,6; 0, 49, 64 Reservoir Rd)
- Coventry Centre: 48,000 GSF commercial (retail, restaurant, drive-thru, gas station) and 218 multifamily units, 18% affordable (666 Arnold Rd, 2271 New London Turnpike)
- Coventry Centre revised traffic study review
- Approval of July 14, 2025 minutes
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission holds its organizational meeting to discuss and potentially act on old and new business. Topics include lake updates, possible grant applications, sewer development, stormwater management, forest fire safety, and public access with the police department. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Lake updates and recreational activities
- Possible grant applications and opportunities
- Sewer development discussion
- Stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond
- Arkwright-Harris Riverwalk public access
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to consider several variance requests, including a use variance to build a single-family home in an industrial zone and multiple dimensional variances for barn and home construction. The board will also approve minutes from its June 4, 2025 meeting. All items are under old or new business, meaning they are up for decision or discussion.
- Use variance for single-family home at 1340 Main Street (AP 53 Lot 24) in I1 zone, with side setbacks of 10 and 20 feet where 30 feet required
- Dimensional variance for 2,750 sq ft barn at 935 Fish Hill Road (AP 305 Lot 79.2) in RR-3 zone, exceeding 1,200 sq ft allowance by 1,560 sq ft
- Dimensional variance for new dwelling at 38 Hill Farm Camp Road (AP 33 Lot 6.13-38) in RR-2 zone, rear setback 42 feet where 90 feet required
- Dimensional variance for new dwelling at 34 Hill Farm Camp Road (AP 33 Lot 6.13-34) in RR-2 zone, rear setback 35 feet where 90 feet required
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on routine matters, including approving prior meeting minutes and accepting public comment. The main business items are an update on the GZA report now live on the website, a mapping project update, and a planned workshop on August 21, 2025. The agency will also hold its annual meeting and election of officers.
- Approval of minutes from June 25, 2025 regular meeting and executive sessions from May 28 and June 25, 2025
- Public comment and hearings on docketed items only
- GZA report on website now live
- Mapping project update
- Annual meeting and election of officers
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major developments: a three-story self-storage addition and the Coventry Centre project, which includes commercial space and 218 multifamily units. The Commission will also vote on a recommendation for a zone change for Coventry Centre and consider a final bond release for Cedar Creek Phase II. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a director's report on potential regulation updates.
- Public hearing: Coventry Self Storage, 1920 Nooseneck Hill Road, 75,000 GSF three-story building, seeking variances for design, loading spaces, and parking reduction
- Public hearing: Coventry Centre, 666 Arnold Road & 2271 New London Turnpike, 48,000 GSF commercial and 218 multifamily units (18% affordable), with zone change request
- Recommendation to Town Council: Zone change for Coventry Centre from I-1 to PD (Ordinance No. 2025-19)
- Bond release recommendation: Cedar Creek Phase II, $18,373.00 retention release for ASCO Group, Inc.
- Discussion: Potential updates to Subdivision and Land Development Regulations
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to vote on multiple service contracts, a zoning amendment for a mobile home park, a tax write-off, and a new planned district. They will also hear reports on a housing survey and the FY25 budget, and discuss litigation and the acting chief's contract in executive session.
- Resolution 2025-73: write off $205,873.41 in delinquent motor vehicle and tangible taxes (2009-2023)
- Resolution 2025-75: award iWorQ asset management software for DPW
- Resolution 2025-76: award winter sand services to J.R. Vinagro (2-year contract)
- Resolution 2025-77: award emergency equipment rental to Rambone Disposal (2-year contract)
- First reading of Ordinance 2025-19: create Coventry Centre Planned District (zoning)
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior meeting minutes, licenses, appointments, and reports. A notable item is the proposed appointment of special counsel related to the Soscia Holdings, LLC litigation against the town, followed by a closed session to discuss that litigation.
- Appointment of special counsel re: Soscia Holdings, LLC et. al. v. Town of Coventry et. al.
- Executive session for litigation matters involving Soscia Holdings, LLC and related cases
- Votes on meeting minutes, licenses, and appointments
- Public comment on docketed items and public hearings
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss and potentially act on property matters, including the sale of development rights for the Pettegrew property and possible acquisition of the Hayes property. The agenda also covers ongoing business such as outreach, website updates, treasurer's report, and property management items like trail maintenance and prescribed burns.
- Pettegrew Property, 798 Nicholas Rd. - AP 307 Lots 3&4 - Sale of Development Rights
- David W. Hayes Property, 0 Maple Valley Rd. - AP 323 Lot 30 - Possible Acquisition
- Letter for potential acquisition of property
- Draft monitoring template
- Prescribed burns and trail maintenance scheduling
Technical Review Committee
The Technical Review Committee will discuss two major development proposals for comments to the Planning Commission. One is a 75,000-square-foot self-storage building addition at 1920 Nooseneck Hill Road, and the other is a mixed-use project at 666 Arnold Road and 2271 New London Turnpike with commercial space and 218 multifamily units, including 18% affordable housing. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting.
- Coventry Self Storage: 75,000 GSF, 3-story addition, AP 10 Lot 31, 1920 Nooseneck Hill Road, seeking dimensional variances and parking reduction
- Coventry Centre: 48,000 GSF commercial (retail, restaurant, drive-thru, gas station) on Lot 23, 666 Arnold Road
- Coventry Centre: 218 multifamily units across 4 buildings, 18% deed-restricted affordable, on Lot 24, 2271 New London Turnpike
- Zone change application for Coventry Centre (I-1 to mixed-use) to be recommended by Planning Commission, decided by Town Council
- Public comments accepted in writing only; no verbal comments at TRC meetings
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission is meeting to discuss the draft Fire Commission budget estimate, a tax analysis estimate, and a draft report to the Town Council. The agenda includes votes on prior meeting minutes and public comment. The budget and tax documents are marked as discussion-only and include projections for staffing levels of 57 and 67 firefighters, with estimated combined residential tax rates of $18.55 and $18.95 per $1,000 of assessed value, respectively.
- Discussion of draft Fire Commission budget estimate with personnel costs totaling $8,683,917 for 57 firefighters and $10,148,697 for 67 firefighters
- Tax analysis estimate showing combined town and district residential tax rates of $18.55 (57 FF) or $18.95 (67 FF) per $1,000, a 4.25% to 8.88% increase over FY 2025
- Discussion of draft Fire Commission Report to the Council
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 13, 2025
- Public comment on docketed items and public hearings
Historic Preservation Commission
The Coventry Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review and approve a draft quarterly report for a CLG grant, confirm a date for a public presentation, and continue planning for the town's 250th anniversary celebration. The agenda also includes updates on ongoing projects and approval of prior meeting minutes. No new business will be discussed after 7:30 PM.
- Review and approval of draft quarterly report for CLG Grant
- Confirmation of August 21, 6:00 PM as date/time for public presentation
- Planning for 250th Anniversary Celebration
- Updates on list of ongoing projects
- Approval of May 1, 2025 meeting minutes
Conservation Commission Meeting
This is an organizational meeting for the Coventry Conservation Commission. The commission will discuss several ongoing topics including water testing at Lake Tiogue and stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond.
- Lake Tiogue water testing discussion
- Sewer development in the Lake Tiogue area
- Stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond
- Forest management plan regarding fire safety
- Recreational activities at Lake Tiogue and Johnson's Pond/Flat River Reservoir
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission will discuss legal considerations and next steps for potentially establishing a town fire department, including a town-wide referendum and charter changes. They will also review sample personnel budgets for departments of 54 and 62 firefighters and receive an update on a MERS study. The meeting includes public comment and possible votes on prior meeting minutes.
- Legal considerations: preexisting chief contracts, district taxing authority, charter language, town-wide referendum, enabling legislation
- Discussion on presentation to Town Council on July 22 with scenarios/options
- Sample personnel budget for 54 and 62 firefighter departments
- Update on MERS study by General Treasurer's Office
- Votes on minutes from March 13 and May 22, 2025
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plan for Highlands at Hopkins Hill, a 66-unit single-family condominium development, and a public informational meeting on Jefferson Pines, a proposed 32-unit residential building. The commission will also review potential updates to Subdivision and Land Development Regulations.
- Public hearing: Highlands at Hopkins Hill, 66 detached single-family condominium units, AP 13 Lot 22, Dante Boulevard, applicant D2 Homes, Inc.
- Public informational meeting: Jefferson Pines, 16,000 SF two-story building with 32 residential units, AP 28 Lots 40.3-40.6, 49-87 Jefferson Drive, applicant LaCroix Holdings, LLC
- Jefferson Pines density: 20.8 units/acre, with at least 25% of units deed-restricted as affordable
- Discussion of potential updates to Subdivision and Land Development Regulations
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, appointing Vincent Pilla to the agency, and discussing a communication from Rep. Thomas Noret about state land on Pine Tree Ln. A workshop with GZA will discuss the redevelopment plan for Johnson's Pond. The agency will also consider a letter of engagement from Angell Law, LLC and may enter executive session to discuss real property acquisition or disposition.
- Appointment of Vincent Pilla to the Agency
- Discussion of redevelopment plan for Johnson's Pond with GZA
- Rep. Thomas Noret communication on State Land on Pine Tree Ln.
- Angell Law, LLC - letter of engagement
- Executive session for real property acquisition or disposition
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will vote on several resolutions, including a $3.8 million sewer extension contract, a $25 million bond issuance, and a $60,000 appropriation of opioid settlement funds to the school district. They will also consider appointments, a tax write-off, and new business items like speed cameras and a mobile home park expansion.
- Resolution 2025-71: Authorizes $3,815,325 contract with C.B. Utility Company for Coventry High School Sewer Extension
- Resolution 2025-74: Approves issuance of up to $25,000,000 in bonds per 2023 ballot authorization
- Resolution 2025-70: Appropriates $60,000 of opioid settlement proceeds to Coventry School District
- Resolution 2025-73: Writes off $205,873.41 in delinquent motor vehicle and tangible taxes (2009-2023)
- New business: Discussion on speed cameras in school zones and Westwood Estates mobile home park expansion
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting on June 18, 2025, to handle routine business including minutes, licenses, appointments, reports, resolutions, and ordinances. The agenda includes public comment periods and a vote to enter executive session for discussions on cybersecurity and litigation involving Soscia Holdings and other cases. No specific action items are listed on the public agenda.
- Executive session for cybersecurity and information technology infrastructure
- Executive session for litigation: Soscia Holdings, LLC v. Town of Coventry (KC-2020-0769), Town of Coventry v. Soscia Holdings (KC-2024-0219), Terrance Gray v. Town of Coventry (KC-2024-0408), Soscia Holdings et al. v. Town of Coventry (C.A. 1:25-CV-00274)
- Executive session for prospective litigation against the Town
- Public comment on docketed items and public hearings
- Vote to accept written public comment
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss ongoing business, property updates, and land management. Key items include the sale of development rights for the Pettegrew Property, possible acquisition of the David W. Hayes Property, and updates on the Carron and Cook Properties. The agenda also covers outreach, grant opportunities, and property maintenance.
- Pettegrew Property, 798 Nicholas Rd. - AP 307 Lots 3&4 - Sale of Development Rights
- David W. Hayes Property, 0 Maple Valley Rd. - AP 323 Lot 30 - Possible Acquisition
- Carron and Cook Properties - AP 317 Lots 13 & 82
- Prescribed Burns
- GIS Mapping
Technical Review Committee
The Coventry Technical Review Committee will meet to review three development proposals: a minor subdivision on Rock Hill Road, a cell tower equipment upgrade on Wood Street, and a major residential development on Jefferson Drive. The committee will provide comments to the Administrative Officer or Planning Commission, as applicable. No public verbal comments will be taken, but written comments are accepted.
- Hidden Reserve Estates Phase II: 6.12-acre parcel subdivided into 3 lots for single-family homes on Rock Hill Rd.
- Coventry Spring Lake: new 10' x 15' concrete pad for battery/generator cabinets at cell tower, 60 Wood St.
- Jefferson Pines: 16,000 SF two-story building with 32 residential units on 1.5 acres, 21.3 units/acre, 25% affordable.
- Comprehensive Permit application for Jefferson Pines by LaCroix Holdings, LLC.
- Approval of minutes from May 19, 2025 meeting.
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission will discuss pension and retirement infrastructure, base staffing levels for the personnel budget, and a draft outline for its final report to the Town Council. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment on docketed items.
- Discussion of combined pension and retirement infrastructure and impact
- Discussion of base staffing level to build personnel budget around
- Discussion on draft outline for final work product to Town Council
- Approval of minutes from March 13, April 10, and May 22, 2025 meetings
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission is holding its organizational meeting to discuss and potentially act on old business, including Lake Tiogue water testing, possible grant applications, recreational activities, sewer development, stormwater management, forest management, and the Lake Management Task Force. No new business is listed. The meeting is open to the public.
- Lake Tiogue water testing
- Possible grant applications/opportunities
- Recreational activities at Lake Tiogue and Johnson's Pond/Flat River Reservoir
- Sewer development in the Lake Tiogue area
- Stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including authorizing the sale of the former teen center at 668 Washington Street via auction, financing three new sanitation trucks, and approving tax abatements. The council will also discuss the potential sale of the Coventry Teen Center, receive a budget update, and consider appointments to town boards. Public hearings are scheduled for a hawker license and a fireworks permit.
- Resolution 2025-66: Authorize contract with Sullivan & Sullivan Auctioneers to auction 668 Washington Street (old teen center)
- Resolution 2025-65: Finance 3 new 2025 Freightliner/Labrie Expert sanitation trucks through capital lease
- Resolution 2025-64: Accept Municipal Road and Bridge Program state funds grant with change order and tentative paving list
- Resolution 2025-68: Contract with Encore Fire Protection for fire alarm, sprinkler, and extinguisher testing
- New 60-day hawker license for S&T Fireworks at 792 Tiogue Avenue, June 27–July 5
Historic Preservation Commission
The June 5, 2025 meeting of the Coventry Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled due to lack of quorum. The agenda included approval of May minutes, carried-over items (CLG Grant discussion, 250th Anniversary planning, project updates), and a request for a letter of support for a T-Mobile grant application, but none of these will be discussed at this cancelled meeting.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
- CLG Grant discussion with David Taylor and quarterly reporting prep (carried over)
- 250th Anniversary Celebration planning (carried over)
- Request for letter of support for Town of Coventry's T-Mobile grant application (new business)
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will consider two variance requests. One seeks a use variance to build a single-family home in an industrial zone, with dimensional relief for setbacks. The other seeks dimensional relief for a new dwelling's rear setback. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.
- Use variance for single-family home at 1340 Main Street (AP 53 Lot 24) in I1 zone, with setback relief
- Dimensional relief for new dwelling at 2339 Harkney Hill Road (AP 310 Lot 132) in RR-5 zone, rear setback 25' where 50' required
- Approval of May 7, 2025 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will consider a resolution opposing two state bills (2025-S 1010 and 2025-H 6249) that would affect fire district taxation and the town's efforts to form a municipal fire department. The council will also vote on ratifying a contract for the Public Works Superintendent and may enter executive session to discuss that contract. Other agenda items include meeting minutes, licenses, appointments, and reports.
- Resolution 2025-63 opposing 2025-S 1010 and 2025-H 6249
- Ratification of contract for Michael Jacavone, Public Works Superintendent
- Executive session on personnel contract for Public Works Superintendent
- Public hearings on docketed matters
- Vote to accept written public comment
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss and potentially act on several development applications, including a subdivision, a 66-unit condominium project, a 16-unit affordable housing proposal, and a lot subdivision with street extension. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and a discussion of potential updates to subdivision regulations. Public comment will be taken on the new business items.
- Lomastro Plat: Subdivide 52.71 acres into two lots (5.02 and 47.69 acres) at 730 Carr's Trail, with a 9% frontage variance request (AP 315, Lot 43, RR-5 zone)
- Highlands at Hopkins Hill: 66 detached single-family condominium units on vacant portion of AP 13, Lot 22, Dante Boulevard (BP zone), with public water/sewer
- Siena Condominiums: 8 duplexes (16 units) on ~2.2 acres at Main Street & Jurczyk Court (VMC zone), Comprehensive Permit with 25% affordable requirement
- Hoxie Court Place: Merge two lots and subdivide into three (lots of 1.24, 0.49, 0.46 acres) with Notre Dame Street extension and cul-de-sac (AP 88, Lots 87 & 88.2)
- Discussion of potential updates to Subdivision and Land Development Regulations
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency will meet to consider routine administrative items, including setting the date for its annual meeting, engaging Angell Law, LLC as resident attorney, and addressing insurance matters with the RI Interlocal Trust. The agency will also receive a presentation from GZA on developing a redevelopment plan for the Johnson's Pond area, and may vote on resolutions to re-appoint the resident attorney and re-adopt its bylaws. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss real property acquisition or disposition.
- Resolution 25-1 to re-appoint Stephen J. Angell, Esq. and Angell Law, LLC as resident attorney
- Resolution 25-2 to re-adopt Agency By-Laws
- Presentation by GZA on a redevelopment plan for Johnson's Pond area
- Letter of engagement with Angell Law, LLC
- RI Interlocal Trust insurance matters
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission is meeting to discuss the table of organization for a combined fire department, including staffing numbers, rank structure, and how to handle per diem staff. They will also plan how to present their findings to the Town Council in June/July, covering topics like a proposed capital improvement plan, blended tax rate, and budget projections. The agenda includes routine items like approving prior meeting minutes and public comment.
- Discussion of combined department table of organization: total firefighters, rank structure, and handling of excess lieutenants
- Discussion of how to present findings to Town Council, including proposed CIP, blended tax rate, and 3-year budget projection
- Approval of meeting minutes from February 13, 2025 and March 13, 2025
- Public comment on docketed items and public hearings
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including a discussion on tax exemption programs, a contract for the Superintendent of Public Works, and resolutions awarding a millwork contract and allocating school impact fees. The council will also vote on licenses for a hawker and a fireworks display, and may enter executive session to discuss a personnel contract.
- Resolution 2025-60: Awarding contract for Millwork Services for the Community Learning Center to Orion Manufacturing
- Resolution 2025-61: Allocating $9,900 in School Impact Fees for sewer line pre-treatment work at Coventry High School
- Resolution 2025-62: Requesting state law amendment to allow tax stabilization agreements for qualifying properties
- Discussion on tax exemption programs (Chapter 217) and contract of Michael Jacavone, Superintendent of Public Works
- Licenses: 60-day hawker license for Keystone Novelties Distributors LLC at 6 Reservoir Road; fireworks license for Pyrotecnico Fireworks, Inc. at 40 Reservoir Road on June 21, 2025
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss ongoing business, including outreach, finances, and potential properties. They will also review updates on several properties, including possible sales of development rights and a potential acquisition. The agenda includes property management topics like trail maintenance and prescribed burns.
- Sale of development rights: Mende Property, 120 Town Farm Rd. (AP 65 Lot 71)
- Sale of development rights: Pettegrew Property, 798 Nicholas Rd. (AP 307 Lots 3&4)
- Sale of development rights: Cotter Property, 387 Camp Westwood Rd. (AP 316 Lot 111)
- Possible acquisition: David W. Hayes Property, 0 Maple Valley Rd (AP 323 Lot 30)
- Discussion of hunting on Land Trust property
Technical Review Committee
The Coventry Technical Review Committee will meet to review and comment on four development proposals before they go to the Planning Commission. The agenda includes a minor subdivision with street extension, a minor subdivision with a dimensional variance, a 16-unit affordable housing development, and a 66-unit condominium project. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings.
- Hoxie Court Place: merge two lots into three, with a street extension on Notre Dame Street (AP 88, Lots 87 & 88.2)
- Lomastro Plat: subdivide 52.71 acres into two lots at 730 Carr's Trail, seeking a 9% frontage variance (AP 315, Lot 43)
- Siena Condominiums: 8 duplexes (16 units) on Main Street & Jurczyk Court, with 25% deed-restricted affordable (AP 45, Lots 10-13)
- Highlands at Hopkins Hill: 66 single-family condominium units on Dante Boulevard (AP 13, Lot 22)
- Approval of minutes from March 17 and April 14, 2025 meetings
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission is holding its organizational meeting to discuss and potentially act on old and new business. Key topics include water testing in Lake Tiogue, possible grant applications, recreational activities, sewer development near Lake Tiogue, stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond, and a forest management plan for fire safety. The commission will also consider working more closely with the Town Council.
- Lake Tiogue water testing
- Possible grant applications
- Sewer development in the Lake Tiogue area
- Stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond
- Forest management plan for fire safety
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will hold public hearings on auto salvage and secondhand license renewals, and on three Community Development Block Grant applications. The council will also vote on resolutions awarding contracts for Community Learning Center work, approving school bond purchase orders, adopting a Safe Streets plan, and considering the final FY26 budget.
- Public hearing on CDBG applications: Quidneck Road paving, CCAP youth service expansion, and new HVAC for Human Services/Police HQ
- Resolution 2025-50-53: Award contracts for curb, painting, flooring, and carpentry at Community Learning Center
- Resolution 2025-55: Award contract to Safety Marking LLC to restripe Arnold Road
- Resolution 2025-56: Adopt Safe Streets and Roadways for All Safety Action Plan
- Resolution 2025-49: Adoption of final FY26 budget
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission is meeting to discuss the table of organization for a combined fire department, including staffing numbers, rank structure, and how to handle per diem staff. They will also plan how to present their findings to the Town Council in June/July, covering topics like a proposed CIP, blended tax rate, and personnel structure. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.
- Discussion of combined department staffing: total firefighters, rank structure, and handling of excess lieutenants
- Discussion of per diem staff integration from Western Coventry Fire District
- Planning presentation to Town Council: proposed CIP, blended tax rate, 3-year budget projection, personnel structure
- Approval of minutes from February 13 and March 13, 2025 meetings
- Public comment on docketed items and public hearings
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will hold a regular meeting on May 7, 2025, with one old business item: a request for a use variance and dimensional relief to build a single-family home on an industrially zoned lot. The board will also elect officers and approve the minutes from the April 2 meeting. No new business is listed.
- Use variance request by Julie and Marjorie Bailey for a single-family home at 1340 Main Street (AP 53 Lot 24) in the Industrial 1 zone
- Dimensional relief sought: 10-foot north setback (30 required) and 20-foot south setback (30 required)
- Election of board officers
- Approval of April 2, 2025 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to consider a final budget for fiscal year 2026, with a proposed operating budget of $127,135,068 and a property tax levy of up to $83,958,125. The council will also vote on minutes from prior meetings and may take action on other docketed items.
- Resolution 2025-49: Adoption of final FY26 budget of $127,135,068
- Property tax levy set between $83,708,125 and $83,958,125
- School Department local appropriation of $52,260,487
- Capital improvement projects appropriation of $402,869
- Contingency appropriation of $100,000
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to consider the FY2026 provisional budget, which includes municipal, school, and capital improvement components. The agenda includes a public hearing on the budget, approval of prior meeting minutes, and other routine matters. The proposed budget totals $127,135,068, a 4.89% increase over FY2025.
- Public hearing on FY2026 budget: $127,135,068 total, up 4.89% from FY2025
- Property tax levy increase of $2,194,799 (2.69%) to $83,708,125
- School appropriation increase of $1,567,622 (3.06%) to $52,732,487
- Police department budget increase of $705,659 (4.41%) to $16,705,765
- Approval of minutes from March 11 and March 17, 2025 meetings
Historic Preservation Commission
The Coventry Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss carried-over items including the CLG Grant status, needed repairs at the Read Schoolhouse, and the 250th Anniversary Celebration. New business includes the sale of the former Summit Library at 15 Old Summit Rd, a monument and research request from David Whitman, a potential grant from the RI Foundation, and rescheduling the August meeting. No new business will be discussed after 7:30 PM.
- Sale of 15 Old Summit Rd (former Summit Library)
- CLG Grant status update
- Read Schoolhouse write-up for needed repairs
- 250th Anniversary Celebration planning
- RI Foundation potential grant opportunity
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss and potentially act on ongoing business, primarily a strategic plan workshop. The agenda also includes setting items for the May 20, 2025 meeting, public comment, and routine procedural items. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.
- Strategic Plan Workshop discussion and/or action
- Issues of interest for May 20, 2025 agenda
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which totals $127,135,068 in revenues and expenditures. The budget includes increases in property taxes, state aid, and school funding. The council will also consider minutes from a prior meeting and may enter executive session for an investigatory proceeding.
- Public hearing on FY2026 budget: $127,135,068 total, up 4.89% from FY2025
- Property tax levy increase of $2,194,799 (2.69%) to $83,708,125
- School Department appropriation increase of $1,235,622 (2.42%) to $52,260,487
- Police Department budget increase of $705,659 (4.41%) to $16,705,765
- Executive session for investigatory proceedings related to allegations of misconduct
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make recommendations on the PY'23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application, which includes road improvements, an HVAC system, and an adult education expansion. The commission will also review two commercial development proposals: an amended plan for a 9,000 SF building at 2043 Maple Root Road and a new office/storage development at 71 Harkney Hill Road. Additionally, the commission will discuss potential updates to local development regulations.
- CDBG public hearing: Quidnick Road improvements to 14 roads ($520,741.75), HVAC for Human Services Building ($1,125,713.15), CCAP adult education expansion ($40,000)
- Review and rank CDBG projects, recommend Town Council authorization for Town Manager to file applications
- Amended Development Plan Review for Proscape Landscaping, 2043 Maple Root Road (AP 10, Lot 40.11) - relocate drainage basin, extend plantings
- Preliminary Plan for Harkney Hill Office/Storage Units, 71 Harkney Hill Road (AP 10, Lot 42) - one office and two storage buildings, seeking dimensional variances
- Discussion of potential code updates: roadway design standards, subdivision regulations, special planning overlay district, use regulations
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will consider several resolutions, including selling the town-owned 15 Old Summit Road property for $10 to a non-profit planning a bicycle museum, approving $61,232.23 in school impact fees for kitchen equipment, and authorizing a contract for design work at Quidneck Field. The council will also hold a public hearing on a mechanical device license for JW's Pub Inc., and discuss appointments, budget overages, and potential litigation in closed session.
- Resolution 2025-44: Authorize sale of 15 Old Summit Rd to Summit Cycling Hub LLC for $10
- Resolution 2025-43: Allocate $61,232.23 in school impact fees for Coventry High School kitchen equipment
- Resolution 2025-45: Approve contract with GZA GeoEnvironmental for Quidneck Field and Playground design
- Public hearing: New mechanical device license for JW's Pub Inc., 433 Washington Street
- Resolution 2025-42: Approve sewer connection for 617 Washington Street
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss and potentially act on ongoing business, property updates, and new business. Key items include updates on properties with sale of development rights, a possible acquisition, and new property discussions. The agenda is largely routine with no major decisions listed.
- Mende Property, 120 Town Farm Rd. - AP65 Lot 71 - Sale of Development Rights
- Pettegrew Property, 798 Nicholas Rd. - AP 307 Lots 3&4 - Sale of Development Rights
- Cotter Property, 387 Camp Westwood Rd. - AP 316 Lot 111 - Sale of Development Rights
- David W. Hayes Property, 0 Maple Valley Road - AP 323, Lot 30 - Possible Acquisition
- Carron Property, 0 Williams Crossing Rd. - AP 317 Lot 82 - Possible Discussion
Technical Review Committee
The Coventry Technical Review Committee will meet to discuss a preliminary plan for a commercial office building and two equipment storage buildings at 71 Harkney Hill Road, with comments to be forwarded to the Planning Commission. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 17, 2025. No public verbal comments are taken, but written comments are accepted.
- Preliminary plan for Harkney Hill Office/Storage Units at 71 Harkney Hill Road, AP 10, Lot 42, Zone GB-1
- Proposal includes one commercial office building and two equipment storage buildings for contractor use, phased development
- Applicant seeks dimensional variances for building design elements in a Special Planning Overlay District, heard via Unified Development Review
- Variances for loading spaces, driveway distance, and landscaped buffers were approved at the Master Plan stage
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission will hear a presentation on grant opportunities, review salary comparisons across the four fire districts, and discuss a draft unified budget and tax rate for a potential fire/EMS consolidation. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment on docketed items.
- Presentation by Town Grant Writer Lisa Andoscia on grant opportunities for staffing, equipment, and vehicles
- Salary comparison for the 4 districts (Central Coventry, Coventry, Hopkins Hill, Western Coventry)
- Draft unified budget (v1) for Coventry Fire/EMS Consolidation
- Draft unified tax rate (v1) for Coventry Fire/EMS Consolidation
- Approval of meeting minutes from February 13 and February 27, 2025
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will consider several resolutions, including adopting the FY2026 provisional budget, authorizing a $25 million school bond, and approving contracts for paving, police vehicles, and equipment. The council will also hold a public hearing on a new mechanical and electronic devices license for JW's Pub Inc. and discuss the town manager's report on the Station Street stormwater review and school bond projects.
- Resolution 2025-36: Adoption of the Provisional Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
- Resolution 2025-37: Bond for School Bond $25m
- Resolution 2025-35: Contract to repave Briarpoint Beach parking lot to Vinagro Materials LLC
- Resolution 2025-38: Purchase 2025 Ford F-250 Crew Cab XL for Police Department for $56,663.55
- Resolution 2025-40: AED purchase for police vehicles and town buildings funded by Opioid Settlement Funds for $25,334.61
Historic Preservation Commission
The Coventry Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review old business, including the status of a CLG grant, a vision statement, and a write-up for needed repairs at the Read Schoolhouse. They will also discuss ongoing projects and new business regarding the 250th Anniversary Celebration. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- CLG Grant - Status
- Vision Statement
- Read Schoolhouse - Write-up for needed repairs
- 250th Anniversary Celebration
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is holding its regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda, including approval of prior minutes, public comment, and possible votes on licenses, appointments, resolutions, and ordinances. The only substantive item is a workshop with the Coventry Redevelopment Agency to discuss engaging GZA to create a redevelopment plan for the Johnson's Pond property.
- Workshop with Coventry Redevelopment Agency on GZA engagement for Johnson's Pond redevelopment plan
- Public hearing and comment on docketed items
- Votes on meeting minutes from prior meetings
- Possible votes on licenses, appointments, resolutions, ordinances
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to consider two variance applications. One seeks a dimensional variance for a solar array, and the other requests a use variance plus dimensional relief for a single-family home in an industrial zone. The meeting is open for in-person, phone, or Zoom participation.
- Dimensional variance for 685' solar array at 353 Weaver Hill Road, 18 ft from lot line where 50 ft required
- Use variance for single-family home at 1340 Main Street in Industrial 1 zone
- Dimensional relief for proposed home: 10 ft from north line and 20 ft from south line where 30 ft required
- Approval of minutes from March 5, 2025 meeting
Coventry Finance Committee Agenda
The Coventry Finance Committee is holding a budget workshop to review the Town Manager's proposed Fiscal 2026 budget. They will discuss staffing levels, healthcare buyback and defined contribution benefits compared to other municipalities, the impact of a revenue increase proposal on taxpayers, pension liabilities, and the $5.8M school deficit reduction plan. The meeting is a discussion and review session, with a vote only on adjournment.
- Review of Town Manager's proposed FY2026 budget
- Discussion of healthcare buyback rates: $4,300 family, $2,000 single
- Discussion of defined contribution benefit match up to 10%
- Review of pension liabilities and funded percentage increase
- Discussion of $5.8M school deficit reduction plan
Coventry Land Trust - 29 Mar 2025 - Cotter Site Walk
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting in person to conduct a site walk of the Cotter Property at 387 Camp Westwood Rd. The agenda includes only this site walk and standard procedural items, with no other business listed.
- Site walk for Cotter Property, 387 Camp Westwood Rd - AP 316 Lot 111
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission is meeting to consider a one-year extension for the previously approved 92-unit affordable housing development at Woodland Manor III, and to review a preliminary plan for a 9,000 SF industrial building at 1600 Flat River Road. The commission will also discuss potential code updates related to housing, road design, zoning uses, and cannabis dispensaries. Public comment will be taken on the major items.
- 1-year extension request for Woodland Manor III, 92-unit affordable housing, AP 27 Lot 150, Woodland Drive
- Preliminary plan for 9,000 SF industrial building, BJK Realty LLC, AP 60 Lot 12, 1600 Flat River Road
- Discussion of potential code updates: two- and multi-family dwellings, roadway/right-of-way design standards, zoning use regulations, cannabis dispensaries
- Approval of February 26, 2025 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 operating and capital budgets presented by the Town Manager. The meeting also includes public hearings for 18 different ordinances regarding various aspects of the town's zoning and administrative codes.
- Presentation of the Fiscal 2026 proposed operating and capital budgets
- Public hearings for 18 ordinances, including amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Districts
- Discussion of a contract for StudioJAED for the Coventry High School fire suppression system
- Appointment of Curtis Carlson to the Juvenile Hearing Board
- Appointment of Edward S. Inman III to the Board of Canvassers
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss and potentially act on ongoing business, property updates, and new business. Key items include updates on several properties with potential sale of development rights, grant opportunities, and land management topics like prescribed burns and trail maintenance. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no final votes listed.
- Grassett Property, Mumford Street - AP 95, Lot 96.1 - update
- Mende Property, 120 Town Farm Rd. - AP 65 Lot 71 - sale of development rights
- Pettegrew Property, 798 Nicholas Rd - AP 307 Lots 3&4 - sale of development rights
- Potter Property, 26 Leuba Rd. - AP 60 Lot 19 & AP 67 Lot 4 - sale of development rights
- Cotter Property, 387 Camp Westwood Rd - AP 316 Lot 111 - possible sale of development rights
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting on March 18, 2025, to consider docketed items, including a FY26 budget workshop covering general government, public works, and the school department. The agenda is largely procedural, with most sections left blank, and the budget workshop is the only substantive item listed.
- FY26 Budget Workshop - Municipal: General Government (Tax Assessor, Tax Assessment Board of Review)
- FY26 Budget Workshop - Service Function Departments: Department of Public Works (Road and Bridges, Sanitation, Refuse disposal, Building & Maintenance, Vehicle maintenance, Snow Removal)
- FY26 Budget Workshop - School Department FY26 Budget
- Public hearings and public comment on docketed items only
- Votes may be taken on meeting minutes, licenses, appointments, resolutions, ordinances, and other docketed matters
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on various agenda items, including a FY26 budget workshop covering municipal departments. The agenda includes standard procedural items like minutes, public hearings, licenses, and appointments, but the most significant item is the budget workshop for the upcoming fiscal year.
- FY26 Budget Workshop - Municipal, covering General Government and Service Function Departments
- Public hearing and comment on docketed items
- Votes on meeting minutes from prior meetings
- Possible votes on licenses, appointments, resolutions, and ordinances
- Executive session items with votes to enter and exit
Technical Review Committee
The Coventry Technical Review Committee is meeting to review three development proposals: a minor subdivision on New London Turnpike, a storage building on Airport Road, and a 66-unit condominium development on Dante Boulevard. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings. Public comment is not taken at this meeting, but written comments are accepted.
- Horizon Lots: 1.92-acre parcel on New London Turnpike to be subdivided into three lots for single-family homes
- Proposed Storage Building: 5,000 SF equipment garage and storage building on Airport Rd, seeking setback modification from 50 to 45 feet
- Highlands at Hopkins Hill: 66 detached single-family condominium units on Dante Blvd, vested under 2003 Master Plan approval
- Approval of minutes from October 15, 2024, January 13, 2025, and February 10, 2025
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission will hear a presentation comparing local fire/EMS staffing to national standards and peer towns, and review each fire district's tax certification and budget. The commission will also discuss each district's 5-year capital improvement plan and what a merged entity would need. Public comment and hearings are scheduled, and the commission may vote on minutes and other docketed items.
- Presentation on fire/EMS staffing projection: current 52 frontline firefighters and 6 trucks across 5 stations; national standard suggests 9 trucks and 72 firefighters; Phase 1 would add a 7th apparatus for $500-600K, Phase 2 an 8th for $1.0-1.2M
- Review of most recent tax certifications and budgets for each fire district, including Central Coventry FD (FY2025 proposed budget $5,528,513) and Hopkins Hill FD (FY2024-25 budget $1,502,750)
- Discussion of each district's 5-year capital improvement plan and needs for a merged entity
- Public comment and public hearings on docketed items
- Votes may be taken on meeting minutes and accepting written comments
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission is holding its organizational meeting, primarily discussing old business items. Topics include Lake Tiogue water testing, possible grant applications, recreational activities, sewer development in the Lake Tiogue area, stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond, and a forest management plan for fire safety. No new business items are listed for this meeting.
- Lake Tiogue water testing
- Possible grant applications/opportunities
- Sewer development in the Lake Tiogue area
- Stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond
- Forest management plan for fire safety
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including sewer and water infrastructure projects, a contract for pretreatment work at the high school, and multiple resolutions to add projects to the RIDEM Project Priority List. They will also consider first readings of zoning ordinance amendments and discuss the solicitor's performance and litigation expenses.
- Ratification of contract with Fuss & O'Neill for pretreatment work at Coventry High School
- Resolution 2025-24 to add Coventry High School sewer connection to RIDEM Project Priority List
- Resolution 2025-33 regarding solicitor services, invoices, and confidentiality
- First reading of Ordinance 2025-13 amending zoning district boundaries
- Resolution 2025-08 to allocate $35,000 in ARPA funds for invasive weed management in Flat River Reservoir
Historic Preservation Commission
The Coventry Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of January minutes, status updates on the CLG grant and vision statement, and ongoing projects. The agenda is largely procedural with no new substantive actions listed.
- CLG Grant status update
- Vision Statement discussion
- Sharing of historic photos
- Scheduling and re-scheduling of meetings
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will hold a public meeting to consider two dimensional variance applications. The board will also approve minutes from its February 5, 2025 meeting. No old business is listed.
- Variance for 36'x42'x25' garage at 5721 Flat River Road (AP 315 Lot 54), exceeding height and setback limits
- Variance for 20'x32' ADU at 74 Wisteria Drive (AP 18 Lot 98), with side and rear setback relief and lot coverage increase to 38.6%
- Approval of minutes from February 5, 2025
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission is meeting to discuss fire/EMS staffing projections and the financial implications of a potential merged fire district, including debt, pension liabilities, and maintenance contracts. The agenda includes a presentation on staffing needs and a review of financial statements and future capital improvements. No final decisions are listed; items are for discussion and possible votes.
- Presentation on municipal fire staffing projections, including adding firefighters to Station 1 and Station 7
- Discussion of additional yearly expenses: debt obligations, pension liability, audits, attorney expenses, 5-year CIP, salaries, IT contracts, payroll
- Review of debt service obligations on properties and equipment, including loans totaling $3,525,579
- Discussion of maintenance contract costs for a merged entity
- Public comment and hearings on docketed items
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency will meet to consider a proposal and contract from GZA dated February 18, 2025, for a redevelopment plan related to the Flat River Reservoir/Johnson's Pond property. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment procedures, with no other substantive items listed.
- Consideration of GZA proposal/contract for redevelopment plan at Flat River Reservoir/Johnson's Pond property
- Approval of February 12, 2025 regular meeting minutes
- Public comment and hearing procedures for docketed items
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission will discuss and vote on the FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program and a package of 18 proposed ordinance amendments affecting zoning, planning, and development regulations. They will also hold a pre-application review for a major mixed-use development and a minor subdivision, and consider a bond reduction for an approved subdivision. Public comment will be taken on most items.
- FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program
- 18 proposed ordinance amendments (Ordinance No. 2025-01 through 2025-18) covering comprehensive plan, zoning, and development procedures
- Pre-application for 'Coventry Centre' - mixed commercial/multifamily development at 666 Arnold Road & 2271 New London Turnpike
- Pre-application for 'Picozzi Plat' - 4-lot subdivision on Hope Furnace Road
- Bond reduction for 'The Oaks at Hope Furnace' subdivision
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including allocating $35,000 in ARPA funds for invasive weed management in Flat River Reservoir, purchasing a Ford F350 pickup truck with plow and sander, and using $8,490 in school impact fees for pump replacements at Alan Shawn Feinstein Middle School. The council will also hold first readings on 12 zoning code amendments, discuss the 2025 paving schedule, and review job descriptions for Public Works Superintendent and Deputy Finance Director. Several executive session items are scheduled for litigation matters.
- Resolution 2025-08: $35,000 ARPA funds for invasive weed management in Flat River Reservoir
- Resolution 2025-15: Purchase of Ford F350 Pickup Truck with Plow & Sander
- Resolution 2025-16: $8,490 school impact fees for 2 pumps at ASFMS
- First readings of Ordinances 2025-01 through 2025-12 amending zoning and administrative codes
- 2025/2026 paving list totaling $1,024,264 across five districts
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission is holding its organizational meeting to approve minutes and discuss old business, including Lake Tiogue water testing, possible grant applications, recreational activities, sewer development, stormwater management, and a forest management plan. No new business is listed. The meeting is open to the public.
- Lake Tiogue water testing discussion
- Possible grant applications/opportunities
- Recreational activities at Lake Tiogue and Johnson's Pond/Flat River Reservoir
- Sewer development in the Lake Tiogue area
- Stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond
Coventry Municipal Fire Commission
The Coventry Municipal Fire Commission will meet to review results of inventories of district-owned property and equipment, carried over from the January 9 meeting. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and discussion of future items such as financial statements and a possible consolidated fire department. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Review of district-owned property inventory per Tax Assessor
- Review of equipment and apparatus inventories for Anthony, Central Coventry, Hopkins Hill, and Western Coventry fire districts
- Discussion of future agenda item: financial statements and balance sheets for all districts and what a consolidated department would look like
- Approval of January 9, 2025 meeting minutes
- Public comment on docketed items only
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency is meeting to discuss a proposed amendment to the redevelopment plan for the Flat River Reservoir/Johnson's Pond property, including a contract proposal from GZA presented on January 29, 2025. The agency will also discuss compliance matters related to open meetings, public records, and ethics training, as well as setting up email addresses for agency business. No votes are listed on the agenda except for routine items like approving minutes and accepting written public comment.
- Discussion of proposed amendment to redevelopment plan for Flat River Reservoir/Johnson's Pond property
- Discussion of GZA project proposal and contract presented January 29, 2025
- Discussion of member training on Open Meetings Act, Access to Public Records Act, and RI Code of Ethics
- Discussion of agency member email account setup and use
- Approval of minutes from November 20, 2024 and January 29, 2025 meetings
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss ongoing business including volunteer outreach, website updates, grant opportunities, and potential properties of interest. They will also review updates on several properties with sale of development rights, including the Mende, Pettegrew, and Potter properties, and discuss property management topics like drones, boundary markers, and prescribed burns. New business includes member recruitment, Earth Day 2025, and a school design contest.
- Sale of development rights: Mende Property, 120 Town Farm Rd. (AP 65 Lot 71)
- Sale of development rights: Pettegrew Property, 798 Nicholas Rd. (AP 307 Lots 3&4)
- Sale of development rights: Potter Property, 26 Leuba Rd. (AP 60 Lot 19 & AP 67 Lot 4)
- Grassett Property, Mumford Street (AP 95, Lot 96.1) update
- Discussion of hunting on Land Trust property
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will consider ratifying a design-build contract with Narragansett Dock Works for Tiogue Lake dam repairs, with a budget of $750,000. The agenda also includes liquor and victualling licenses, appointments to the Land Trust, several resolutions, and updates on Johnson's Pond dam repairs and redevelopment.
- Ratification of contract for Tiogue Lake renovations (budget $750,000)
- New Class F liquor license for Knights of Columbus, 341 South Main Street, for Feb 28 fundraiser
- New victualling license for Baja's Fresh Grill, 866 Tiogue Avenue
- Appointments to Town of Coventry Land Trust (3 openings)
- Resolution 2025-11: purchase of F450 Dumping Rack Truck for $86,898.50
Technical Review Committee
The Coventry Technical Review Committee will meet to review four development proposals, including a change of use for the Town Hall Annex, a new restaurant, an industrial building, and a minor subdivision. The committee will provide comments to the Administrative Officer or Planning Commission on these items. No public verbal comments will be taken, but written comments may be submitted.
- Change of use at Coventry Town Hall Annex, 1675 Flat River Rd, for educational, community, and limited commercial uses
- Change of use at 866 Tiogue Ave for Baja's Fresh Grill V, LLC, a food establishment
- Proposed 9,000 SF industrial building at 1600 Flat River Road by BJK Realty LLC
- Picozzi Plat: subdivision of 8.24-acre lot into four lots on Hope Furnace Road
- Approval of minutes from October 15, 2024 and January 13, 2025
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will meet on February 5, 2025, to consider one remaining application: a dimensional variance for recently constructed stairs at 105 Acres of Pine Road. A previously scheduled doggy daycare use variance was withdrawn. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of minutes from January 9, 2024.
- Dimensional variance for stairs 1.15 ft from property line (10.28 ft required) at AP 57 Lot 34, 105 Acres of Pine Road
- Withdrawn application: LuVann Doggy Daycare use variance at AP 65 Lot 11, 2258 Flat River Road
- Approval of minutes from January 9, 2024 meeting
Coventry Redevelopment Agency Meeting
The Coventry Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and hear a presentation from GZA Geo Environmental, Inc. on a redevelopment plan for Flat River Reservoir/Johnson's Pond. The item is listed for discussion and/or action, meaning the agency may discuss or vote on it. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.
- Presentation and discussion of redevelopment plan for Flat River Reservoir/Johnson's Pond by GZA Geo Environmental, Inc.
- Approval of September 25, 2024 Executive Session Minutes
- Approval of October 9, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council will consider several resolutions, including allocating $35,000 in ARPA funds for invasive weed management in Flat River Reservoir and using school impact fees for equipment at two schools. They will also review contracts, discuss traffic safety, and hear updates on the budget and the Arnold Road Landfill and Solar Array.
- Resolution 2025-08: $35,000 ARPA funds for invasive weed management in Flat River Reservoir
- Resolution 2025-09: $53,625.25 school impact fees for Alan Shaw Feinstein Middle School telephone/intercom system
- Resolution 2025-10: $4,243.62 school impact fees for Western Coventry Elementary School chlorine monitor
- Resolution 2025-06: Purchase of 2025 Animal Control Ford Transit T250 Van for Police Department
- Resolution 2025-07: Purchase of LiveScan Fingerprint Machine for Police Department
Planning Commission
The Coventry Planning Commission will consider a one-year extension for the previously approved Colaluca Estates subdivision and a bond reduction for The Oaks at Hope Furnace. They will also elect officers, review minutes, and discuss potential zoning code amendments.
- 1-year extension request for Colaluca Estates, a 13-lot subdivision at Metro Drive and Diane Drive (AP 60, Lot 56; AP 68, Lot 137.1)
- Bond reduction for The Oaks at Hope Furnace, a 32-lot cluster subdivision on Hope Furnace Road (AP 97, Lot 6; AP 89, Lot 3)
- Election of officers
- Review of potential zoning code amendments
- Approval of minutes from Dec 16 and Dec 18, 2024 meetings
Coventry Land Trust
The Coventry Land Trust is meeting to discuss ongoing business including volunteer outreach, the treasurer's report, website updates, potential properties, grants, hunting on trust property, and fundraising. They will also review updates on several properties with sale of development rights, including the Mende, Pettegrew, and Potter properties, and hold a strategic plan workshop. Property management topics include drones, boundary markers, kiosks, signs, trail maintenance, prescribed burns, GIS mapping, and game cameras. New business covers member recruitment, Earth Day 2025, and a school design contest.
- Mende Property, 120 Town Farm Rd. - AP 65 Lot 71 - Sale of Development Rights
- Pettegrew Property - 798 Nicholas Rd. - AP 307 Lots 3&4 - Sale of Development Rights
- Potter Property, 26 Leuba Rd. - AP 60 Lot 19 and AP 67 Lot 4 - Sale of Development Rights
- Grassett Property, Mumford Street - AP 95, Lot 96.1 - Update
- Special Session - Workshop: Strategic Plan
Town Council
The Coventry Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including a public hearing on an ordinance that would impose a $6,878 fair share development fee on each new residential dwelling unit. The council will also vote on resolutions for a property revaluation project, tax abatements, and the transfer of the former Oak Haven School. Additionally, they will discuss the school department's deficit and a proposal to create a Purchasing Agent/Grant Manager position.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-05: $6,878 impact fee per new residential unit
- Resolution 2025-1: Award $579,000 to Catalis Tax & CAMA for 2025 property revaluation
- Resolution 2025-5: Authorize tax title sales to Michael Baird for $59,380.85 and $75,375.58
- Resolution 2025-4: Transfer former Oak Haven School back to Coventry School Department
- Discussion of new school deficit by Superintendent Cowart and Finance Director DeVerna
Technical Review Committee
The Technical Review Committee is meeting to discuss a pre-application for a major land development called 'Coventry Centre' at 666 Arnold Road. The proposal is for a commercial development with potential uses including restaurants, retail, grocers, gas stations, and coffee shops. This is an informational review only, with no formal decisions; a Master Plan Application and Zone Change would come later. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from November 12, 2024.
- Pre-application review for 'Coventry Centre' at 666 Arnold Road, AP 7, Lots 23 & 24, Zone I-1 (Industrial)
- Proposed mixed-use commercial development with restaurants, retail, grocers, gas stations, convenience stores, coffee shops, and/or service stations
- Owners: Bernard L. LeFoley (Lot 23); David T. & Christine Olton (Lot 24); Applicant: Starr Resolute
- Approval of minutes from November 12, 2024
Municipal Fire Commission
The Municipal Fire Commission is meeting to set its 2025 meeting calendar and discuss a detailed matrix of topics for studying the potential creation of a Town of Coventry Fire Department. The commission will assign members to gather data on district property, equipment, contracts, pensions, staffing, and fiscal impacts, with due dates through July 2025.
- Adopt 2025 meeting schedule: 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 6:00 PM at Town Hall, 1670 Flat River Road
- Discuss 15 topics for recommendation to Town Council, including district property/equipment inventory, collective bargaining agreements, and MERS pension liability
- Review matrix assigning data-gathering responsibilities and due dates, from January 23 to July 22, 2025
- Topics include transition from district tax collection to town tax collection and need for an all-day referendum
- No minutes from prior meetings are listed for approval
Zoning Board of Review
The Coventry Zoning Board of Review will hold a regular meeting on January 9, 2025, to consider several variance requests and an appeal. Items include a use variance for a single-family home in a General Business zone, a special use permit extension, and multiple dimensional variances for garages and other structures. The board will also hear an appeal of a zoning enforcement order.
- Use variance for single-family dwelling at 0 Alaska Street (AP 38 Lot 44.001) in General Business zone
- Six-month extension for special use permit for detached garage at 300 Perry Hill Road (AP 310 Lot 176)
- Dimensional variance for 30'x30' addition at 41 Sharon Drive (AP 50 Lot 4), requiring 15' setback instead of 20'
- Use variance to add doggy daycare at 2258 Flat River Road (AP 65 Lot 11)
- Appeal of Zoning Enforcement Officer's Notice of Order by GNT Realty LLC at 913 Main Street (AP 46 Lot 13)
Conservation Commission Meeting
The Coventry Conservation Commission is holding its organizational meeting for 2025, with a largely discussion-focused agenda. Key items include water testing for Lake Tiogue, potential grant applications, recreational activities at local water bodies, and a letter/presentation to the Planning Board. No votes on specific projects are listed, and the meeting is open to the public.
- Lake Tiogue water testing
- Possible grant applications/opportunities
- Recreational activities at Lake Tiogue and Johnson's Pond/Flat River Reservoir
- Sewer development in the Lake Tiogue area
- Stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond
Historic Preservation Commission
The Coventry Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business: approving minutes from November 2024, adopting the 2025 meeting calendar, electing a secretary, and reviewing carried-over items including the status of a CLG grant and its mission statement. New business includes discussion of a vision statement. No substantive decisions on historic properties are on the agenda.
- Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of 2025 meeting calendar
- Election of Secretary
- Status update on CLG Grant
- Discussion of mission and vision statements