Richmond public meetings in 2022
32 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Affordable Housing Committee
The committee approved its 2023 meeting dates and shifted the meeting start time to 5:00 p.m. Members reviewed 2022 housing data and discussed potential updates to the committee webpage and accessory dwelling unit regulations.
- Approved September 26, 2022 minutes (4-0-1)
- Approved 2023 meeting calendar dates (5-0)
- Moved 2023 meeting time from 6:00 pm to 5:00 pm (5-0)
Conservation Commission
The Richmond Conservation Commission will meet to review and discuss several ongoing items, including funding applications for the Beaver River Park, a groundwater resources project tied to the Comprehensive Community Plan, and recommendations from the Municipal Resilience Project. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling for 2023.
- Beaver River Park: proposed funding applications to WPWSRSC
- Groundwater resources project for Comprehensive Community Plan
- Richmond Municipal Resilience Project: review of document recommendations
- RCC priority projects for 2023
- RCC monthly meeting scheduling for 2023
The Commission approved the October and November 2022 meeting minutes. Members agreed to hold monthly meetings on the second Wednesday of each month in 2023 starting at 6:30 pm. The board discussed grant applications for invasive plant management and signage at Beaver River Park.
- Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (carried with one abstention)
- Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (carried with one abstention)
- Agreed to hold 2023 meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm
Senior Activities Committee
The committee approved the November 10, 2022 minutes and the December 2022 financial report. Members discussed a Winter Holiday Celebration scheduled for January 14th and potential future presentations from RI Hospital.
- Approved November 10, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
- Accepted December 2022 Financial Report (Unanimous)
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission approved its annual membership for the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce and the minutes from October 3, 2022. The commission reviewed draft letters to business owners and RI Commerce and established a 2023 meeting schedule.
- Approved October 3, 2022 minutes (All Aye)
- Approved annual membership for Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce (All Aye)
- Set 2023 meeting calendar for 9AM on the second Thursday of the month
- Tabled EDC Webpage and uploads
- Accepted resignation of William McIntosh
Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust
The Board approved a contract for Peter Stetson to remap preserves and design kiosk posters. Trustees also assigned members to conduct annual stewardship surveys of specific properties.
- Approved hiring P. Stetson for preserve mapping and kiosk poster design up to $500 (All ayes)
- Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (All ayes, 1 abstain)
- Tabled budget update to next meeting
- Assigned stewardship surveys for Kenyon, Bradner, Crawley, Stetson, Scudder, Chan, and Saila properties
Board of Canvassers
The Board of Canvassers reviewed and certified the results of the November 8, 2022 General Election. The board also approved the minutes from three previous November meetings.
- Approved minutes from November 7, 8, and 10, 2022 (All Ayes)
- Certified November 8, 2022 General Election results
Dog Park Committee
The committee appointed a new Secretary and decided to reserve every other Thursday at 6:30 pm for meetings in the coming year. Representatives from the Conservation Commission raised concerns regarding the use of heritage trail funds for the new park.
- Voted unanimously to appoint Lucy as new Secretary
- Decided to reserve every other Thursday from 6:30 pm for next year's meetings
Conservation Commission
The Richmond Conservation Commission will meet to approve minutes from October 19, 2022, and continue discussions on several ongoing items: an invasive plant management plan for Beaver River Park, a climate resilience project, a library outreach project, a waste-stream strategy, and boardwalk maintenance. No new business or public hearings are listed.
- 01 Beaver River Park Invasive Plant Management Plan and outreach component – continued from October 19, 2022
- 02 Comprehensive Community Plan Implementation: Clark Library outreach project – continued
- 03 Municipal Resilience Project: key climate issues and planning – continued
- 04 RCC strategy for addressing waste stream load – continued
- 05 Richmond Heritage Trail: boardwalk maintenance and other work tasks – continued
The Conservation Commission voted to request Town Council approval to apply for grant funding for invasive plant removal and educational signage at Beaver River Park. The commission also discussed ongoing resilience planning and the recovery of funds for the Richmond Heritage Trail.
- Approved motion to request Town Council approval to submit two grant proposals to the Wood-Pawcatuck Wild and Scenic Stewardship Council for Beaver River Park invasive plant management and signage
- Tabled October 16 meeting minutes for review at the next meeting
Recreation Commission
The Commission discussed logistics for the December 2 Tree Lighting, including outreach to local businesses, nonprofits, and food trucks. Members planned for tree and gazebo decorating on November 25. The Commission also proposed moving 2023 meetings to the second floor.
- Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes
- Scheduled Tree Lighting for December 2
- Scheduled tree and gazebo decorating for November 25 at 1:00pm
- Proposed 2023 meeting schedule for the third Thursday of each month
Board of Canvassers
The Board reviewed the November 8th General Election and processed provisional and write-in ballots. Three provisional ballots were approved for counting while two were disqualified.
- Approved 3 provisional ballots as presented
- Disqualified 2 provisional ballots due to incomplete applications
- Approved write-in ballot results as presented
Senior Activities Committee
The committee accepted the October 13, 2022 minutes and the financial report. Chairman Dennis McGinity stated the Senior Center project is on hold until financing is obtained. No holiday party is currently scheduled for December.
- Approved October 13, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
- Accepted financial report showing $278.00 sent to Town Treasurer (Unanimous)
Board of Canvassers
The Board of Canvassers met from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. to handle General Election matters. No specific substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.
Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust
The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust approved several payments for administrative costs and mapping services. Trustees also discussed potential land conservation opportunities and the renewal of board member terms.
- Approved October 3, 2022 Minutes
- Approved $418.68 payment for tax bill stuffer
- Approved $39.60 reimbursement to S. Paton for stamps and envelopes
- Approved $215 payment for RI Land Trust Council Annual Dues
- Approved up to $3,000 for mapping work with Mary Hutchinson
- R. Anderson and A. Fox agreed to renew their trustee terms
Board of Canvassers
The Board of Canvassers met to prepare the polling place for the November 8, 2022, General Election. Setup was completed at 4:00 P.M.
- Set up polling place for November 8, 2022, General Election
Recreation Commission
The Recreation Commission approved the meeting minutes from July 28 and August 25. Members discussed logistics and participants for the upcoming Tree Lighting event.
- Approved July 28 and August 25 meeting minutes
Board of Canvassers
The Board approved meeting minutes from August and September 2022. Members reviewed early voting dates and polling location logistics. Poll worker assignments for the General Election were reviewed and approved.
- Approved minutes from August 2, September 12, September 13, and September 14, 2022 (All Ayes)
- Approved poll worker assignments for General Election
- Scheduled next meeting to occur prior to election day
Conservation Commission
The Richmond Conservation Commission will review and approve minutes from September 14, 2022, and continue discussions on several ongoing items: an invasive plant management plan for Beaver River Park, the Comprehensive Community Plan's Clark Library project, key climate issues and planning under the Municipal Resilience Project, next steps to address plastic waste, maintenance of the Richmond Heritage Trail, and public outreach on composting.
- 01 Beaver River Park, Invasive Plant Management Plan and outreach – continued
- 02 Comprehensive Community Plan, Implementation Plan action items: Clark Library project – continued
- 03 Municipal Resilience Project: Key climate issues and planning – continued
- 04 RCC consideration of next steps to address plastic waste stream load – continued
- 05 Richmond Heritage Trail: boardwalk maintenance and other work tasks – continued
Conservation Commission
The Richmond Conservation Commission is meeting to continue discussions on several ongoing environmental and community projects. The body will review plans for invasive plant management and municipal climate resilience.
- Beaver River Park Invasive Plant Management Plan
- Municipal Resilience Project climate issues and stakeholder planning
- Richmond Heritage Trail boardwalk and work tasks
- Plastic waste stream load next steps
- Comprehensive Community Plan action items for the Clark Library project
Conservation Commission
The commission will continue discussions on several active initiatives including the Beaver River Park management plan and the Municipal Resilience Project. The meeting also includes updates on the Clark Library project, the Richmond Heritage Trail, and public outreach regarding composting.
- Beaver River Park Invasive Plant Management Plan
- Clark Library project implementation
- Municipal Resilience Project planning
- Richmond Heritage Trail boardwalk tasks
- Public Outreach Planning for composting
Finance Board
The Finance Board will review a request from RICAN for $250,000 in ARPA funds. The board will also review any additional new requests received after July 13, 2022, and provide an update on ARPA funds.
- Review of RICAN request for $250,000 in ARPA funds
- Review of additional new ARPA fund requests
- ARPA update
Conservation Commission
The commission will review and approve draft minutes from the June 8, 2022, meeting. Discussion includes several ongoing items regarding park management, community plans, and public outreach.
- Beaver River Park Invasive Plant Management Plan
- Comprehensive Community Plan implementation action items
- Plastic waste stream load considerations
- Richmond Heritage Trail work tasks
- Public Outreach Planning for composting
Finance Board
The Finance Board will review proposals and recommendations regarding the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Discussions include a proposal from Parametrics for expenditure assistance and school safety through the SAFE project.
- Review proposal from Parametrics regarding ARPA fund compliance
- Discuss SAFE project expenditures for school safety using ARPA funds
- Finalize recommendations to Town Council on ARPA expenditures
Finance Board
The Finance Board is meeting to continue discussions regarding the expenditure of ARPA funds. This discussion is being held at the request of the Town Council to provide further recommendations.
- Discussion of ARPA funds expenditure
- Review of March 14, 2022 meeting minutes
Conservation Commission
The Commission will review and approve the draft minutes from the May 11, 2022, meeting. Discussion includes ongoing items regarding Beaver River Park, the Comprehensive Community Plan, and public outreach planning.
- Beaver River Park Invasive Plant Management Plan
- Comprehensive Community Plan implementation action items
- Letter to Town Council regarding plastic waste
- Richmond Heritage Trail bird box installation
- Seven Rivers event and composting strategies
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss ongoing environmental projects and planning initiatives. The body will review items including the Beaver River Park invasive plant management plan and the Town's draft Hazard Mitigation Plan.
- Invasive Plant Management Plan contract for Beaver River Park
- Comprehensive Community Plan implementation action items
- Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan review and input
- Proposed letter to Town Council regarding plastic waste
- Planning for the Seven Rivers Festival on June 25-26, 2022
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to finalize plans for the April 23-24 Town Earth Day Clean-up and discuss a foraging hike. The body will also receive a report on the amended 2021 Comprehensive Community Plan and a presentation on legislation regarding Nip Bottles.
- Final planning for April 23-24 Town Earth Day Clean-up
- Beaver River Park application for Invasive Plant Management Plan
- Richmond Heritage Trail bird box installation
- Review of the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Town Planner's report on the amended 2021 Comprehensive Community Plan
Finance Board
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review minutes from meetings held on March 24, 2021, and March 7, 2022.
- Review of March 24, 2021 meeting minutes
- Review of March 7, 2022 meeting minutes
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to review several ongoing projects and town initiatives. The agenda consists primarily of continued discussions on environmental and town maintenance items.
- Hazard Mitigation
- Richmond Heritage Trail
- Town Clean-up
- Richmond Town Parks and Preserves
- Town Trees and Tree Ordinance Issues
Finance Board
The Finance Board will discuss and vote on the municipal budget and associated recommendations. The board will also review and vote on a draft Budget Transmittal Letter and discuss potential bonds.
- Vote for Municipal Budget and recommendations
- Review and vote for draft of Budget Transmittal Letter
- Discussion of potential bonds
Finance Board
The Finance Board will review community service requests and conduct a budget discussion. The meeting also includes a presentation by Chris Philips from Community 2000.
- Presentation by Chris Philips from Community 2000
- Review of Community Service Requests
- Budget discussion, changes, and potential approval
Conservation Commission
The Conservation Commission is meeting to continue discussions on several ongoing town projects and environmental policies. The body will review a variety of old business items ranging from trail maintenance to town ordinances.
- Richmond Heritage Trail
- Town Clean-up
- Richmond Town Parks and Preserves
- Solar Farms
- Town Trees and Tree Ordinance Issues
Conservation Commission
The Richmond Conservation Commission is meeting to review several ongoing projects and new submittals. The body will discuss the Phase 2 Preserve at Boulder Hills involving MTM Development Corp.
- Phase 2 Preserve at Boulder Hills (MTM Development Corp)
- Richmond Heritage Trail
- Town Trees and Tree Ordinance Issues
- Solar Farms
- Town Recycling