Richmond public meetings in 2024

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission will meet on December 18, 2024, to continue discussion of several ongoing items from the November 13 meeting. Topics include wrap-up of a public educational event, SNEP stormwater planning and potential project sites, funding grant applications and future opportunities, a list of native trees for climate resilience, and work on Beaver River Park and the Richmond Heritage Trail. The commission will also begin planning for 2025. No new proposals or submittals are on the agenda.

• Wrap-up of public educational event (continued from November 13)
• SNEP stormwater planning training and potential project case sites
• Funding grant application status and future grant opportunities
• RCC list of landscape native trees and shrubs for climate resilience
• Beaver River Park and Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning

Wellness Committee

The Richmond Wellness Committee will discuss and set the time, day, and month for its 2025 meeting schedule, which will be posted with the Secretary of State. The committee will also approve minutes from the September 20, 2024 meeting; the October and November meetings were canceled due to lack of quorum. This is a procedural meeting with no substantive policy decisions.

• Approval of September 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Wellness Committee meeting schedule for SOS posting

The Wellness Committee approved the September 20, 2024 minutes unanimously and set its 2025 meeting schedule for January through August. Meetings will be held on the third Thursday of each month at 6pm, except June 12 (second Thursday) due to the June 19 federal holiday. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set 2025 meeting dates: Jan 16, Feb 20, Mar 20, Apr 17, May 15, Jun 12, Jul 17, Aug 21 (all at 6pm)

Affordable Housing Committee

The committee will discuss results from a housing survey collected to date and review Richmond's municipal data from the 2023 Housing Fact Book. They will also approve 2025 meeting dates and submit completed anti-harassment policy forms. The meeting is open to the public.

• Review and discussion of Housing Survey results
• Review of HousingWorksRI 2024 Fact Book data for Richmond
• Approval of 2025 Affordable Housing Committee Meeting Dates
• Submission of completed Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy Forms
• Approval of September 16, 2024 regular meeting minutes

250th Semi Quincentennial Commission

The Richmond 250th Semi Quincentennial Commission will discuss requesting the town council to remove the requirement that members must serve on other commissions. They will also review updates on a logo contest, fundraising and grants, and Field Day planning. The meeting includes a public forum.

• Discussion of requesting town council to change commission membership eligibility (remove stipulation of membership on other commissions)
• Update on logo contest and activities
• Fundraising and grants update
• Field Day planning
• Brainstorming session

The Richmond 250th Semi Quincentennial Commission approved a motion to request the Town Council remove restrictions requiring Conservation Commission and Chariho School Committee members on the commission, aiming to allow more general public applicants. They also finalized plans for the July 11, 2026 Field Day and set a May 2, 2026 event for RI Independence Day. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved.

• Approved motion to ask Town Council to remove membership restrictions (all approved)
• Approved amended minutes for 11/18/2024 (all approved)
• Decided Field Day event for July 11, 2026, not July 4
• Planned RI Independence Day event for May 2, 2026

Senior Activities Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss senior activities and reports. The body is planning a holiday celebration and coordinating gifts for Town Hall and the Police Department.

• Holiday Celebration scheduled for January 25, 2025
• Gifts for Town Hall and Police Department being made by Craft ladies
• Review of Veterans Appreciation event

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and continue discussions on several old business items from November. Items include wrapping up a public educational event, SNEP stormwater training, grant application status, a native trees list, and work at Beaver River Park and the Heritage Trail. No new votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Wrap-up of public educational event (continued from Nov. 13)
• SNEP Stormwater Planning Training – continued discussion
• Funding grant application status and future grant opportunities
• RCC list of landscape native trees and shrubs for climate resilience
• Beaver River Park and Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning

Dog Park Committee

The committee approved prior meeting minutes and heard the treasurer's report showing $24,528 with no expenses. No substantive decisions were made; the only update was that contractors have been contacted for gazebo estimates and a site meeting is scheduled.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion by Jordan, second by Victoria)

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust will hold a regular meeting to approve November minutes, receive updates on farmland access and land trust council leadership, and review budget and subcommittee reports. New business includes a vote on 2025 officers and discussion of grant opportunities. The board may move into executive session to discuss potential acquisition of real property for conservation purposes.

• Executive session for discussion of potential acquisition of real estate for conservation
• Vote on 2025 officers
• Update on Saila Parking Lot project
• Update on Millar Easement progress
• Budget update by S. Paton

Board of Canvassers

The Richmond Board of Canvassers will meet to certify the results of the November 5, 2024 General Election. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes from November 7, 2024, and discuss the schedule for 2025 meetings.

• Certification of the November 5, 2024 General Election Results
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 7, 2024
• Discussion and consideration of the 2025 Meeting Calendar

Dog Park Committee

The Richmond Dog Park Committee will meet to review ongoing old business including fence repairs, flood area grading, and town communication. A new item, the Master Price Agreement, is up for discussion. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and a treasurer's report.

• Discussion of fence repairs and grading/improvement of flood areas
• Communication with the town
• Master Price Agreement as new business
• Treasurer's report and approval of prior minutes

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will vote on minutes from September and discuss ongoing outreach to existing businesses. They will review new projects submitted to the Town Planner and finalize a mailing regarding zoning for the Rt 3 corridor. New business includes discussing grant opportunities for Charbert Mill and other development sites. The commission will also confirm 2025 meeting dates.

• Approve minutes from September 9, 2024
• Finalize mailing regarding zoning for Rt 3 corridor
• Discuss grant opportunities for Charbert Mill development
• Review new projects submitted to the Town Planner
• Confirm 2025 meeting schedule (second Monday at 9:15 AM)

250th Semi Quincentennial Commission

The Commission is meeting to provide updates on activities and fundraising for the town's 250th anniversary. Members will discuss partnerships and brainstorm new ideas.

• Updates on quilt, library, school, and Native American partnerships
• Fundraising and grants update regarding local businesses and restaurants
• Brainstorming for new business

Wellness Committee

The Richmond Wellness Committee is holding a regular meeting. Members will discuss changing the monthly meeting time and posting an annual 2025 schedule. They will also review a Human Services Department report and strategic planning for a presentation to the Town Council, expected after the December 3, 2024 swearing-in. Goal attainment in marketing, volunteer base, and grant writing will be discussed.

• Approval of September 20, 2024 meeting minutes (October meeting canceled due to lack of quorum)
• Discuss new time/day for monthly meeting schedule and posting annual 2025 schedule with Secretary of State
• Human Services Department report and strategic planning for presentation to Town Council after 2024 election
• Discussion of goal attainment: marketing/promotion/membership, volunteer base, and grants writing

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss hiring Right Coast Tree Service for $3,000 to install holiday lights and procure commercial lights. They will also discuss logistics for the tree lighting and the need to recruit new members due to the chair's resignation on December 3. The meeting includes approval of October 10 minutes.

• Discussion and consideration of hiring Right Coast Tree Service for $3,000 to install holiday lights
• Discussion of logistics needed for the tree lighting event
• Discussion on recruiting new members because the chair must resign on December 3 to be sworn for council
• Approval of minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting

Senior Activities Committee

The Richmond Senior Activities Committee will meet to approve October meeting minutes, discuss preparation for the Holiday Celebration scheduled for January 25, 2025, and follow up on the Veterans' Appreciation Luncheon. The meeting includes committee reports and an open forum for public input.

• Approval of minutes from October 10, 2024 meeting
• Planning for Holiday Celebration on January 25, 2025
• Follow-up on Veterans' Appreciation Luncheon

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission will meet to finalize plans for a public educational event on November 21. The body will also discuss grant applications, native plant lists, and work activities for Beaver River Park and the Richmond Heritage Trail.

• Planning for November 21 wildlife cam public educational event
• Funding grant application status
• Landscape native trees and shrubs list for climate resilience
• Beaver River Park work activities and planning
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning

Dog Park Committee

The Richmond Dog Park Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and discuss old business including a wishlist, progress on an incidents sign, fence construction, and grading of flood areas. New business involves communication between the committee and the town. The meeting includes a public forum for resident input.

• Progress update on procurement of an incidents sign
• Progress update on fence construction
• Progress update on grading of flood areas
• Discussion of communication between Dog Park Committee and town

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to process the general election held November 5, 2024, including handling provisional ballots and tallying write-in votes. The board will also approve meeting minutes from October 10 and discuss pay rates for election moderators, clerks, and moderator/clerk positions from the general election.

• Processing the General Election of November 5, 2024
• Processing any Provisional Ballots from the General Election of November 5, 2024
• Processing and Tallying Write-in Ballots from the General Election of November 5, 2024
• Approve meeting minutes from October 10, 2024
• Discussion and Consideration of Moderator, Clerk, and Mod/Clerk Pay Rates from the General Election

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet on November 5, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM to handle election matters during the General Election. The session is procedural, focusing on voting hours and any issues that arise.

• Board in session during General Election voting hours (7:00 AM – 8:00 PM)
• Authority to review, discuss, and take action on election matters

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust will review updates on the Saila Parking Lot project and the Millar Easement. Trustees will also determine a donation amount for the Mycological Society and select 2025 meeting dates.

• Payment of $573.75 to Horsley Witten for Saila Parking Lot Design services
• Discussion of encroachment and dumping issues at Chan Preserve
• Decision on donation amount to the Mycological Society
• Executive session regarding potential acquisition or lease of real property for conservation

250th Semi Quincentennial Commission

The Commission will review drafted ideas and plan for a website and Facebook presence. Members may also review and sign an Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy.

• Review of ideas drafted by Sam
• Facebook and website planning
• Review and signing of Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy

Wellness Committee

The Wellness Committee will review shared calendars and reports from the Human Services Department, and plan presentations to the Town Council after the 2024 election. They will also discuss recruiting members for informal council presentations and adjusting the regular meeting schedule (currently Friday at 4pm) to boost attendance. Additional discussion covers goal attainment in marketing, volunteer base, and grant writing.

• Review shared calendars and reports with Human Services Department
• Strategic planning for presentations to Town Council after 2024 election (December 2024 or January 2025)
• Recruit members for informal presentations to Town Council
• Discuss changing meeting schedule from Friday 4pm to allow more members to attend
• Discussion of goal attainment: marketing/promotion/membership, volunteer base, grant writing

Dog Park Committee

This is a routine monthly meeting of the Richmond Dog Park Committee. The agenda is largely procedural, covering approval of prior minutes, a treasurer's report, and old business items including fence and sign updates, plus setting the 2025 meeting schedule. No new business or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Discussion of fence status
• Discussion of signs
• Setting the 2025 meeting schedule

Senior Activities Committee

The Richmond Senior Activities Committee will discuss planning for the Veterans Appreciation Luncheon and review the Mystery Lunch held on September 18, 2024, which had 34 attendees. The meeting also includes approval of September minutes, committee reports, and correspondence from AAA and Prepared Hero. The agenda is largely procedural with no major funding decisions or policy changes.

• Veterans Appreciation Luncheon planning
• Mystery Lunch review – 34 attendees on 9/18/24
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024
• Correspondence from AAA and Prepared Hero
• Financial liaison report by Paul Lombardo

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to process election-related materials. The body is scheduled to review the voter list for the General Election and certify mail ballots.

• Canvass the Voter List for the General Election
• Certification of Mail Ballots
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 10, September 12, and October 3, 2024

Recreation Commission

The Richmond Recreation Commission will approve minutes from September 19, discuss the 2025 annual calendar, consider hosting a fall festival and activity day, review an anti-harassment policy for member signatures, and talk about upcoming events.

• Discussion and consideration of 2025 Recreation Commission Annual Calendar
• Discussion and consideration of hosting a Richmond fall Festival & Activity Day
• Discussion on Anti-Harassment Policy and Signature of Members
• Discussion on upcoming events

The Richmond Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for October 10, 2024, was not held because a quorum was not present. Only two of five members attended, so no decisions were made.

Conservation Commission

The commission will continue discussion of a public educational event featuring wildlife video, review the status of grant applications, and consider a draft list of native trees and shrubs for climate resilience. Other ongoing items include Beaver River Park signage, Richmond Heritage Trail work, and setting the 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda is largely a continuation of previous discussions with no new submittals.

• Planning for a wildlife video public educational event
• Status update on funding grants and future opportunities
• Draft list of landscape native trees and shrubs for climate resilience
• Beaver River Park public educational signage and activities
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission will discuss ongoing educational and environmental projects. The body is scheduled to make a decision regarding the weekday, dates, and time for its 2025 meetings.

• Decision on 2025 RCC meeting weekday, dates, and time
• Planning for wildlife video public educational event
• Funding grant application status and future opportunities
• Draft list of landscape native trees and shrubs for climate resilience
• Beaver River Park public educational signage and Richmond Heritage Trail planning

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust will consider approving a contract with Solitro Property Solutions for the Saila Parking Area construction (amount to be determined) and review an abutter letter. An executive session is scheduled to discuss potential acquisition of real estate for conservation. The board will also vote on a donation to the Mycological Society for a Land Trust Days event.

• Approval of $497.50 invoice to Horsely-Witten for Saila Parking Lot design
• Vote on contract with Solitro Property Solutions for Saila Parking Area construction (amount TBD based on phased approach)
• Final review and approval of abutter letter for Saila Parking Lot
• Discussion of formulating a plan for Chan Preserve
• Vote on donation to the Mycological Society for Land Trust Days event

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to certify the results of the September 10, 2024 primary election and mail ballots, making the outcomes official. The board will also approve meeting minutes from September 10 and September 12, and review election day procedures with moderators and clerks.

• Certification of the Primary Election held September 10, 2024
• Certification of Mail Ballots
• Approve meeting minutes from September 10, 2024 and September 12, 2024
• Review Election Day Procedures with Moderators and Clerks

Wellness Committee

The Wellness Committee will approve minutes from July 19 (August 16 meeting canceled) and discuss new business, including reviewing Human Services Department shared calendars and reports, continued strategic planning for the fall, and recruiting members for informal presentations to the Town Council. The committee may also discuss goal attainment for marketing, volunteer base, and grants writing.

• Approval of July 19, 2024 meeting minutes (August 16 meeting was canceled)
• Review and discussion of Human Services Department shared calendars and reports
• Continued strategic planning for the fall season
• Recruitment of members for informal presentations to the Town Council
• Discussion of goal attainment for marketing, volunteer base, and grants writing

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss the planning and coordination of the 2024 Annual Tree Lighting. The body will also consider the election of commission officers and other recreation events.

• Planning for 2024 Annual Tree Lighting, including food trucks, business outreach, and entertainment
• Election of 2024 Recreation Commission Officers
• Discussion of other Recreation Events

The commission approved continued planning for the 2024 Annual Tree Lighting on Friday, December 6, with logistics to be finalized at a separate meeting. Jim Palmisciano was elected chair and Jaime Marland secretary, both 3-0. The commission also approved exploring spring/summer 2025 event ideas, including a possible car show and cornhole.

• Approved continued planning for 2024 Annual Tree Lighting on Dec. 6 (3-0)
• Elected Jim Palmisciano as chair (3-0)
• Elected Jaime Marland as secretary (3-0)
• Approved exploring spring/summer 2025 event ideas (3-0)
• Approved August 29, 2024 meeting minutes (2-0, Robin abstained)

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust will discuss creating a subcommittee to review bids and recommend a contractor for the Saila Parking Lot. The board will also review hunting applications for the 2024-25 season and discuss digitizing old records.

• Invoice for Horsely-Witten for $1,096.25 regarding Saila Parking Lot design
• Review and approval of 2024-25 hunting applications for Saila Preserve and Chan Preserve
• Proposed creation of a Saila Parking Lot Construction SubCommittee to review bids
• Review of homeowner outreach letters for Saila Parking Lot abutters
• Discussion of costs for digitizing old Land Trust records

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust approved creating a subcommittee to review five bids for the Saila Parking Lot construction, appointing A. Fox and S. Paton. The board also approved hunting applications for the Saila and Chan Preserves, approved an invoice for $1,096.25, and moved forward with a mycological society event. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were tabled.

• Approved June 3, 2024 minutes as amended (all ayes, 2 abstentions)
• Approved August 5, 2024 minutes as amended (all ayes, 2 abstentions)
• Approved August 5, 2024 executive session minutes as amended (all ayes, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Horsley-Witten invoice for $1,096.25 for Saila Parking Lot design (all ayes)
• Approved 5 hunting applications for Saila Preserve 2024-25 season (all ayes)
• Approved new hunter application for Chan Preserve 2024-25 season (all ayes)
• Established Saila Parking Lot Construction Subcommittee with A. Fox and S. Paton (all ayes)
• Approved motion made in executive session (all ayes)

250th Semi Quincentennial Commission

The Richmond 250th Semi Quincentennial Commission will meet to discuss ideas for the town's 250th anniversary celebration, including website and social media planning. The commission will also review and sign an anti-harassment and discrimination policy. A public forum will be held for resident input.

• Discuss overview of 250th anniversary ideas drafted by Sam
• Facebook and website planning for the celebration
• Review and sign Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy
• Brainstorming session for new initiatives
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2024 meeting

Senior Activities Committee

The Richmond Senior Activities Committee will approve minutes from August 8, 2024, and discuss new and old business. New business includes planning a Mystery Lunch on September 18, 2024. Old business covers a thank-you to Washington County Fair volunteers and review of a financial statement ending June 30, 2024. The committee will also welcome two new council members, Ron Mowchan and Carole Miller.

• Approval of August 8, 2024 minutes
• Mystery Lunch scheduled for September 18, 2024
• Washington County Fair volunteer thank-you and review of financial statement ending June 30, 2024
• Welcome of new council members Ron Mowchan and Carole Miller

Dog Park Committee

The Dog Park Committee is meeting to review old business regarding park infrastructure and policies. Discussions include the gazebo placement and anti-harassment and discrimination guidelines.

• Fence
• Park Flooding
• Gazebo Placement
• Wants and Needs
• Anti Harassment and Discrimination

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to certify independent presidential nomination papers, process results from the September 10, 2024 Presidential Primary Election, handle provisional and write-in ballots, approve prior meeting minutes, and certify mail ballots.

• Certification of Independent Presidential Nomination Papers
• Processing the Presidential Primary Election of September 10, 2024
• Processing provisional ballots from the Presidential Primary Election of September 10, 2024
• Processing and tallying write-in ballots from the Presidential Primary Election of September 10, 2024
• Certify mail ballots

The Board of Canvassers certified the Independent Presidential Nomination Papers and approved the counting of one provisional ballot from the September 10 primary. No action was needed on the primary election processing, and no write-in ballots were processed. The board also approved minutes from August 16 and 22, and certified mail ballot applications.

• Certified Independent Presidential Nomination Papers
• Approved counting of one provisional ballot from September 10 primary
• Approved minutes from August 16 and August 22 as presented
• Certified mail ballot applications

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission will meet to review ongoing projects including the Richmond Heritage Trail and Beaver River Park. The body will also discuss grant application statuses and native planting for climate resilience.

• Beaver River Park public educational signage
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning
• Funding grant application status
• Native trees and shrubs for climate resilience
• Public outreach planning and RCC website

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will convene on September 10, 2024, to handle election matters during the voting hours (7:00 AM–8:00 PM) for the Presidential Primary Election. This is a procedural meeting to oversee the election process.

• Board will be in session for the Presidential Primary Election from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM to address any election matters

The Board of Canvassers did not convene its September 10, 2024 meeting because there were no Election Day matters to address. The board was scheduled to be in session during voting hours for the Presidential Primary Election, but no actions were taken.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review feedback from existing businesses and new projects submitted to the Town Planner. The body will also discuss items for the Town's Long-Term Capital Improvement Strategy as requested by the Town Council.

• Discussion of EDC items for Town’s Long-Term Capital Improvement Strategy
• Review and signature acknowledgement of new Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy
• Review of new projects submitted to the Town Planner
• Feedback from existing businesses regarding EDC outreach

Dog Park Committee

The Dog Park Committee will meet to review old business regarding park infrastructure and policies. Discussions include the fence, park flooding, and gazebo placement.

• Fence
• Park flooding
• Gazebo placement
• Anti Harassment and Discrimination

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss planning for the 2024 Annual Tree Lighting, including traffic flow concerns and agency collaboration. The body will also consider a partnership with the Washington County Pomona Grange regarding fairgrounds usage for town events.

• Planning for 2024 Annual Tree Lighting
• Potential collaboration with Washington County Pomona Grange for fairgrounds usage
• Review and signature of Anti-Harassment Policy
• Election of 2024 Recreation Commission officers
• Discussion of a Richmond fall Festival & Activity Day

Board of Canvassers

The Richmond Board of Canvassers will meet to certify mail ballots for an upcoming election. This is a routine procedural step in election administration.

• Certify mail ballots

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will canvass the voter list for the upcoming Statewide Primary Election on September 10, 2024, and certify mail ballots. The board will also consider approving minutes from the August 1, 2024 meeting. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Canvass voter list for September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary Election
• Approve August 1, 2024 meeting minutes
• Certify mail ballots

The Board of Canvassers certified the voter list for the September 10, 2024 Statewide Primary Election, approved the August 1, 2024 meeting minutes, and signed and certified mail ballot applications. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Certified voter list for Sept. 10 primary
• Adopted Aug. 1, 2024 meeting minutes as presented
• Signed and certified mail ballot applications

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission will meet to discuss a long-term capital improvement strategy requested by the Town Council. The body will also review funding grant applications and planning for local trails and parks.

• Long-term Capital Improvement Strategy request from Town Council
• Funding grant applications
• Beaver River Park public educational signage and activities
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning
• Native trees and shrubs for climate resilience

Senior Activities Committee

The Richmond Senior Activities Committee will hold a routine monthly meeting on August 8, 2024. Agenda items include approval of July minutes, a financial liaison report, correspondence from AAA, and discussion of preparations for the WCF. Two new committee members await town council approval.

• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2024 meeting
• Financial Liaison report by Paul Lombardo
• Correspondence from AAA
• New business: Preparing for the WCF
• Two new committee members pending town council approval

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

This meeting of the Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust includes approval of invoices for the Saila Parking Lot Project ($4,431.25), a tax bill stuffer, and a Millar Easement appraisal, along with updates from stewardship and land protection subcommittees. The board will also discuss a motion to request a Long-Term Capital Improvement Strategy from the Town Council and may enter executive session to consider the potential acquisition of real estate for conservation.

• Approval of invoices: Horsley-Witten $4,431.25 for Saila Parking Lot Project, Tax Bill Stuffer $973.89 (2024), Millar Easement appraisal $2,400
• Stewardship Subcommittee: Saila Parking Area bid reviews, trail marking and invasives removal at Saila, YCL update
• Land Protection Subcommittee: Millar Easement update and other land protection project updates
• New Business: Discussion of motion to request staff/boards/commissions to forward items to Council for a Long-Term Capital Improvement Strategy
• Executive Session: Potential acquisition of real estate for conservation (RIGL 42-46-5(5))

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to certify candidate placement and mail ballot applications for the Primary and General Elections. The board will also address a local question regarding the Chariho School Committee.

• Recertify Chariho School Committee Local Question for General Election Ballot
• Certify Local Candidate Ballot Placement for General Election
• Certify Mail Ballot Applications for Primary and General Election
• Approve July 2, 2024 and July 16, 2024 meeting minutes

The Board of Canvassers recertified the Chariho School Committee Local Question for the General Election ballot and certified local candidate ballot placements. Mail ballot applications for the primary and general elections were signed and certified. The board also adopted the July 2 and July 16, 2024 meeting minutes as presented.

• Recertified Chariho School Committee Local Question for General Election ballot
• Certified local candidate ballot placement for General Election (all ayes)
• Signed and certified mail ballot applications for Primary and General Election
• Adopted July 2, 2024 meeting minutes as presented
• Adopted July 16, 2024 meeting minutes as presented

Dog Park Committee

The committee will review old business items including approval of prior minutes, fence, park flooding, gazebo placement, wants and needs, and an anti-harassment and discrimination policy. No new business items are listed; the agenda is primarily procedural. The meeting includes a public forum and adjourns at 7:10 PM.

• Approval of prior minutes
• Fence discussion
• Park flooding
• Gazebo placement
• Anti-harassment and discrimination policy

Wellness Committee

The Wellness Committee will review shared calendars and reports from the Human Services Department. Members will hold a brainstorming session for the upcoming year's strategic planning and decide whether to cancel or reschedule the August 16, 2024 meeting.

• Strategic planning brainstorming session for the upcoming year
• Decision on rescheduling or cancelling the August 16, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of goal attainment regarding marketing, volunteer base, and grant writing

The Richmond Wellness Committee voted unanimously to cancel its August 16, 2024 meeting due to a conflict with the Washington County Fair. Members also discussed strategic planning, including plans to address the Town Council during public forums, invite Chief Johnson to a future meeting, and consider a community event to honor first responders.

• Canceled August 16, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved June 21, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 5:00 pm

Board of Canvassers

This meeting is purely procedural: the Board of Canvassers will convene only if objections to candidates for local offices are filed. No specific objections or other business are listed. The meeting is scheduled but may be cancelled if no objections are submitted.

• Board will only act on candidate objections filed under RIGL § 17-14-13

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to certify nomination papers for candidates and a Chariho School Committee local ballot question for the general election. They will also conduct a ballot placement lottery for primary and general elections, certify primary candidates, and review upcoming deadlines. All actions are procedural and related to election administration.

• Certify nomination papers
• Certify Chariho School Committee local question for general election ballot
• Local ballot placement lottery for primary and general election
• Primary candidate certification
• Review of upcoming meeting dates and deadlines

Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission is continuing several items carried over from its June meeting, including requests from the Town Council regarding a Technical Review Committee and a Long-term Capital Improvement Strategy. Other ongoing discussions include grant applications, Beaver River Park educational signage, and Richmond Heritage Trail planning. The commission will also approve draft minutes from June and hear the treasurer's report.

• Technical Review Committee request from Town Council (continued)
• Long-term Capital Improvement Strategy request from Town Council (continued)
• Richmond Earth Day reporting to State Litter Fund
• Beaver River Park public educational signage (continued)
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning (continued)

250th Semi Quincentennial Commission

The Richmond 250th Semi Quincentennial Commission will meet to approve June minutes, hear a report on actions since the last meeting, and discuss new business including a presentation from Dina Spears and the AASLH 250 handbook. The agenda focuses on brainstorming ideas for the town's 250th anniversary, including social media, augmented reality, and identifying cemeteries with Revolutionary War veterans.

• Report on actions since June meeting including ideas from other organizations, social media, augmented reality/QR codes, and cemeteries with Revolutionary veterans
• Hear from Dina Spears
• Discussion of AASLH 250 handbook
• Brainstorming session for 250th anniversary events

Board of Canvassers

The Richmond Board of Canvassers will discuss the candidacy of Jeffrey L. Dinsmore for Town Council. The board will also consider approving polling locations for the September 10 primary and November 5 general election. Additionally, they are scheduled to certify the June 3 budget referendum and mail ballots.

• Status of candidacy for Jeffrey L. Dinsmore for Richmond Town Council
• Approval of polling locations for the September 10, 2024 Primary
• Approval of polling locations for the November 5, 2024 General Election
• Certification of the June 3, 2024 Richmond Budget Referendum
• Certification of mail ballots

250th Semi Quincentennial Commission

The commission will review progress on the scavenger hunt list and provide a funding update. Members will also discuss setting up social media pages and reviewing events from the 1976 Bicentennial.

• Funding update
• Scavenger hunt list progress
• Discussion of social media page setup
• Review of 1976 Bicentennial events

Wellness Committee

The Wellness Committee will review Human Services Department reports and shared calendars. The meeting includes continued discussion of the Village Commons Program and planning for a future Town Council agenda item. Members will also discuss monthly goals regarding marketing, volunteers, and grant writing.

• Continued discussion of the Village Commons Program
• Planning an agenda item for the Richmond Town Council regarding the Village Common program
• Review of Human Services Department shared calendars and reports
• Discussion of monthly goals for marketing, volunteers, and grant writing
• Approval of May 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission will review minutes from May 2023 and continue discussions on several ongoing projects. These include Beaver River Park signage, the Richmond Heritage Trail, and grant applications. The commission will also address requests from the Town Council regarding technical committees.

• Technical Review Committee request from Town Council
• Long-term Capital Improvement Strategy review
• Beaver River Park educational signage planning
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities
• Funding grant applications

Tax Assessment Board of Review

The Board of Tax Assessment Review is continuing hearings from May 29, 2024, regarding 2023 tax assessments. These include appeals for properties on Kenyon Hill Trail and Alexander Circle. The board will also hear appeals concerning personal property and mobile home personal property.

• Appeals for Kenyon Hill Trail (Lots 2LU-14A, 14B, 14C, and 14D)
• Tax assessment appeals for Alexander Circle properties
• Personal property tax appeals at various Alexander Circle addresses
• Mobile home personal property tax appeals

Economic Development Commission

The commission will review minutes from May 14, 2024. Members will discuss EDC outreach and feedback from existing businesses. The meeting also includes a discussion on items for the Town’s Long-Term Capital Improvement Strategy as requested by the Town Council.

• Approval of May 14, 2024 minutes
• EDC outreach and feedback from existing businesses
• New projects submitted to the Town Planner
• Items for the Town’s Long-Term Capital Improvement Strategy

Affordable Housing Committee

The Richmond Affordable Housing Committee will review accumulated responses from a housing survey and discuss strategies for further distribution. The committee will also discuss changes to the Zoning Ordinance that were adopted by the Town Council on May 21, 2024. Additionally, members will discuss the prospect of inviting speakers to future meetings.

• Review of accumulated housing survey responses
• Discussion of strategies for survey advertisement and distribution
• Discussion of Zoning Ordinance changes adopted May 21, 2024
• Discussion regarding inviting subject matter experts to future meetings

Senior Activities Committee

The committee will review financial liaison reports and gifts presented to Wood River Health Services. The meeting also includes reminders regarding membership dues and upcoming community events.

• Financial report from Liaison Paul Lombardo
• Gifts to Wood River Health Services from the Quilting Class
• June 26 Mystery Lunch sign-up
• July 1 membership dues deadline

Dog Park Committee

The Richmond Dog Park Committee will review treasurer reports regarding operating and fundraising funds. The committee will also discuss updates on the fence, cleaning crew, and park flooding.

• Treasurer’s Report (operating and fundraising)
• Fence
• Cleaning Crew
• Park Flooding

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and invoices, and receiving updates from subcommittees. The board may move into executive session to discuss the potential acquisition of real estate for conservation, which is the most consequential item. A public forum will be held for a Richmond resident, but the board cannot act on comments made there.

• Approval of May 6, 2024 minutes
• Public forum by Richmond resident Alexandra Lepore
• Saila Parking Area bid reviews and discussion
• Fact Sheet Update and Procedures Update for Website
• Executive session on potential acquisition of real estate for conservation

Tax Assessment Board of Review

The Richmond Board of Tax Assessment Review will hold hearings on 52 appeals of 2023 tax assessments, including continuations for several properties and new appeals for many lots in the White Hawk Ridge and surrounding developments. The board will also approve minutes from its April 8th meeting.

• Continuation of appeal by Jason and Alison Carrier for 35 Del Bonis Drive (Plat 07E, Lot 031-033)
• Six continuations by Carl E. Richard for multiple lots on Plat 09D and 09E
• Appeals by Preserve Range, LLC, Blueberry Hill, LLC, and Preserve at Boulders Hills II, LLC for properties on Kingstown Road and Kenyon Hill Trail
• Appeals for numerous White Hawk Ridge, Adventure Way, Gardenia Drive, and Alexander Circle properties
• Personal property appeals for tangible and mobile home assessments at Alexander Circle and Alexander Circle Extension

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from April 10, 2023, and to continue old business items, including an Earth Day event wrap-up, Beaver River Park educational signage, Heritage Trail work, a grant application, and public outreach planning. No new plans or submittals are listed. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approval of draft minutes from April 10, 2023
• Earth Day event wrap-up and summary
• Beaver River Park public educational signage
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning
• Grant application (no details provided)

250th Semi Quincentennial Commission

The Richmond 250th Semi Quincentennial Commission will meet to hear member reports and discuss new ideas for the town's 250th anniversary, including a Rhode Island history book collection with Clark Memorial Library and school involvement via essay contests, videos, and historical reenactments. The meeting is open to the public with a forum for comments.

• K. Reynolds: coordinate RI history book collection with Clark Memorial Library
• K. Chambers: school essay contest, videos/TikTok, dress as historical resident
• Colonial foods recipe tasting/contest
• Games Day
• Public forum

Board of Canvassers

The Richmond Board of Canvassers is meeting to certify mail ballots and the results of the Chariho Bond Referendum. This is a procedural meeting to officially approve election results. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Certify mail ballots
• Certify the Chariho Bond Referendum Results

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to certify mail ballots and canvass the Richmond voter list for the upcoming Richmond Budget Referendum on June 3, 2024. The agenda contains only these two new business items plus call to order and adjournment, with no other substantive discussion listed.

• Certify mail ballots
• Canvass Richmond Voter List for the Richmond Budget Referendum on June 3, 2024

Senior Activities Committee

The Senior Activities Committee met to discuss the maintenance of the new roundabout at the intersection of Rte. 138 and 112. The committee is also planning a Mystery Lunch for late June.

• Richmond Garden Club designated to take care of the new roundabout at Rte. 138 & 112
• Planning for a Mystery Lunch in late June

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers is meeting during the Chariho Special Referendum voting hours to handle election matters. They will certify mail ballots and approve minutes from two prior meetings. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Certify mail ballots
• Approve minutes from April 4, 2024 meeting
• Approve minutes from April 16, 2024 meeting

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, paying a $1,200 appraisal invoice, and receiving updates from subcommittees. Trustees will discuss a proposed trail run/walk event at trust property and vote on authorizing supplies for a kiosk and sign at Friedland Preserve. The board may also enter executive session to discuss potential real estate acquisition for conservation, which is not open to the public. Public comments will be heard but not acted upon per state law.

• Approval of April 1, 2024 minutes
• Payment of $1,200 appraisal invoice to James A Houle and Associates
• Discussion of trail run/walk event at RRPLT property
• Vote on supplies for kiosk and sign at Friedland Preserve
• Possible executive session on potential land acquisition for conservation

Tax Assessment Board of Review

The Richmond Board of Tax Assessment Review will hold a public hearing to consider 52 appeals of 2023 tax assessments, including continuations of previously filed appeals. The board will also approve minutes from its April 8th meeting. Most appeals concern residential properties, with several involving LLCs and multiple units in developments.

• Continuation of appeal by Jason and Alison Carrier for 35 Del Bonis Drive (Lot 031-033, Plat 07E)
• Six continuations of appeals by Carl E. Richard for properties on Shannock Hill Rd and other lots
• Appeals by Preserve Range, LLC and Preserve at Boulders Hills II, LLC for 87 Kingstown Road
• Multiple appeals by Blueberry Hill, LLC and Townhouses on the Green, LLC for units on White Hawk Trail and Alexander Circle
• Appeals of personal property (tangible) assessments for units on Alexander Circle and Alexander Circle Extension

Wellness Committee

The Wellness Committee will meet to review shared calendars and reports from the Human Services Department. The body will also discuss goal attainment regarding grants writing, the volunteer base, and marketing, promotion, and membership.

• Review of Human Services Department shared calendars and reports
• Discussion of goal attainment for marketing, promotion, and membership
• Discussion of goal attainment for volunteer base
• Discussion of goal attainment for grants writing

Dog Park Committee

The Richmond Dog Park Committee is holding a regular meeting with a brief agenda. The main items are old business regarding the park's fence and cleaning crew, along with approval of prior minutes. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Discussion of fence
• Discussion of cleaning crew

Recreation Commission

The Richmond Recreation Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior minutes, nominating a member to the 250th Quincentennial Commission, and electing 2024 officers. They will also discuss possibly hosting a fall festival and activity day, plus upcoming events.

• Nomination of a Recreation Commission member to the 250th Quincentennial Commission
• Election of 2024 Recreation Commission officers
• Discussion of hosting a Richmond fall Festival & Activity Day
• Discussion on upcoming events
• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2023 meeting

Board of Canvassers

The Richmond Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle election-related business for the upcoming Chariho Bond Referendum on May 7, 2024. They will approve minutes from three prior meetings, canvass the voter list for the referendum, and certify mail ballots. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approval of minutes from March 21, 28, and April 4 meetings
• Canvass list of voters for the Chariho Bond Referendum on May 7, 2024
• Certification of mail ballots

250th Semi Quincentennial Commission

The Richmond 250th Anniversary Committee is meeting to handle old business like approving minutes and electing a clerk/secretary, and to discuss new business including brainstorming ideas for the 250th anniversary celebrations in 2026, budget needs, and advertising. They will also consider a regional history hunt and displaying the state flag for RI Independence Day.

• Election of a Clerk/Secretary
• Discussion of a 250 South County History Hunt involving all South County towns
• Timing of 250th anniversary events in June/July/Aug 2026
• Budget needs for the anniversary
• Advertising via town digital screen board, website, and Facebook

Senior Activities Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss senior programming and events. Members will plan a Mystery Lunch for late June or early July.

• Planning for a Mystery Lunch in late June or early July
• Review of St. Paddy's Day Luncheon attendance (48 people)
• Report on Garden Club meeting held April 4, 2024
• Review of Hope Valley Ambulance defibrillator demonstration on March 12
• Review of BBB presentation on Senior Scams on March 14, 2024

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and continue discussions on several ongoing items, including Earth Day event planning, public outreach, Beaver River Park signage, Heritage Trail activities, and an OSCAR Grant application. The agenda is largely procedural and consists of continued old business items.

• Earth Day event planning continued from March 20, 2023
• Public outreach planning and RCC website continued
• Beaver River Park public educational signage and other activities
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning
• OSCAR Grant application continued

Tax Assessment Board of Review

The Board of Tax Assessment Review is meeting to hear seven appeals of 2023 tax assessments, covering properties on Del Bonis Drive, Kenyon Hill Trail, and Shannock Hill Road. The board will also approve minutes from its June 14, 2023 meeting. No other business is listed.

• Appeal by Jason and Alison Carrier for 35 Del Bonis Drive, Lot 031-033 on Plat 07E
• Appeal by Shiverecker Irrevocable Trust for 41 Kenyon Hill Trail, Lot 009-014 on Plat 6C
• Five appeals by Carl E. Richard for lots on Plats 09D, 09E, and 08E, including 121 Shannock Hill Rd
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2023 meeting

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review feedback from local businesses and discuss new projects submitted to the Town Planner. Members are reviewing a letter regarding potential zoning changes north of the Route 3/Baker Pines Road intersection and discussing a recent tour of the Shannock Mill site.

• Proposed zoning changes north of Route 3/Baker Pines Road intersection
• Review of April 6th informational tour of the Shannock Mill site
• Feedback from MTAP Stakeholder Meetings
• Review of 'Play aRound in Richmond' flyer

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to process the results of the April 2, 2024 Presidential Preference Primary, including provisional ballots and write-in ballots. This is a routine post-election administrative session to certify and tally votes.

• Processing the Presidential Preference Primary of April 2, 2024
• Processing provisional ballots from the April 2, 2024 primary
• Processing and tallying write-in ballots from the April 2, 2024 primary

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers is meeting on April 2, 2024, to be in session during the voting hours of the Presidential Preference Primary, from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, to handle any election matters. The agenda contains only this new business item and is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Board in session for Presidential Preference Primary voting hours, 7am-8pm
• Meeting held at Richmond Town Hall, 5 Richmond Townhouse Road, Wyoming, RI

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust is meeting to approve minutes, pay an invoice, and discuss land conservation efforts. They will vote on amending a contract for Saila parking lot work and on printing tax bill inserts. The board will also enter executive session to discuss potential land acquisitions.

• Invoice from Horsley Witten Group for $286.25 for Saila Parking Lot work
• Vote to amend contract with Horsley Witten for Saila parking lot work
• Vote on authorizing printing of buck slips for 2023 tax bills
• Discussion of landowner interested in conservation and appraisal for potential purchase
• Executive session on potential acquisition of real estate for conservation

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will discuss and potentially act on certifying the ballot question for the May 7, 2024 Chariho Bond Referendum, and consider approving Richmond Town Hall as the early voting location and the sole polling place for all three precincts. They will also consider scheduling the final canvass for the referendum.

• Certification of ballot question for May 7, 2024 Chariho Bond Referendum
• Early voting location at Richmond Town Hall
• Richmond Town Hall as sole polling location for Precincts 2901, 2902, 2903
• Scheduling final canvass for the referendum

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle routine election business, including approving prior minutes, certifying mail ballots, and reviewing the status of the Chariho bond referendum. They will also review the 2024 election dates. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2024 meeting
• Certification of mail ballots
• Status of Chariho Bond Referendum
• Review of 2024 election dates

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and continue planning for Earth Day, Beaver River Park signage, and Heritage Trail activities. They will also discuss a Municipal Technical Assistance Program study and public outreach. The agenda is largely routine and procedural, with no major decisions or new proposals listed.

• Earth Day event planning continued from February 21, 2023
• Beaver River Park public educational signage and other activities
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning
• Municipal Technical Assistance Program – Richmond study
• Public outreach planning

Finance Board

The Richmond Finance Board is meeting to review community requests and budget items, and to finalize its recommendation to the Town Council, which may require a vote. The board will also review the status of ARPA funds and requests if necessary, and update its meeting schedule if needed. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or project names listed.

• Begin review of community requests
• Final review of budget items and community requests
• Review status of ARPA funds and requests record (if necessary)
• Finalize recommendation to Town Council (may require a vote)
• Update meeting schedule if necessary

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and continue planning for several ongoing projects, including Earth Day events, Beaver River Park educational signage, Heritage Trail work, and public outreach. The agenda is largely procedural and focused on updates to existing initiatives.

• Earth Day event planning (continued)
• Beaver River Park public educational signage
• Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning
• Municipal Technical Assistance Program – Richmond study
• Public outreach planning (continued)

250th Semi Quincentennial Commission

The Richmond Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle routine election administration tasks. They will approve prior meeting minutes, certify mail ballots, get an update on the Chariho bond referendum scheduled for May 7, 2024, and review 2024 election dates. No major policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2024 meeting
• Certification of mail ballots
• Update on Chariho bond referendum (May 7, 2024)
• Review of 2024 election dates

Wellness Committee

The Wellness Committee will meet to discuss shared calendars and reports from the Human Services Department. The body will also review progress on goals regarding marketing, volunteer bases, and grant writing.

• Review of Human Services Department shared calendars and reports
• Discussion of marketing, promotion, and membership goals
• Discussion of volunteer base goals
• Discussion of grant writing goals

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle routine election administration business. They will approve minutes from the prior meeting, certify mail ballots, get an update on the Chariho bond referendum scheduled for May 7, 2024, and review 2024 election dates. No major policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2024 meeting
• Certification of mail ballots
• Update on Chariho bond referendum (May 7, 2024)
• Review of 2024 election dates

Senior Activities Committee

The Richmond Senior Activities Committee is holding its monthly meeting to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and discuss upcoming events. New business includes finalizing the St. Patrick's Day luncheon on March 16 and a Better Business Bureau presentation on March 14. The meeting is largely routine with no major decisions or proposals.

• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2024
• Financial Liaison report by Paul Lombardo
• St. Patrick's Day Luncheon planned for March 16 at 12 noon
• Better Business Bureau presentation on March 14 at 11:00am
• Red Cross Presentation noted as informative

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will discuss potential zoning changes and a possible informational tour of the Shannock Mill site. The body will also review its mission statement across town documents and discuss outreach programs.

• Potential zoning changes north of Route 3/Baker Pines Road intersection
• Proposed informational tour of the Shannock Mill site
• Review of EDC Mission statement in the town website, Comprehensive Plan, Home Rule Charter, and Town ordinance
• Discussion on formalizing an EDC outreach program
• Review of new projects submitted to the Town Planner

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers is meeting to handle routine election administration tasks. They will approve prior meeting minutes, elect a chairperson, certify mail ballots and No Label Party petitions, and canvass the Presidential Preference Primary list of voters.

• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2024 meeting
• Election of Board of Canvassers Chairperson
• Certification of mail ballots
• Certification of No Label Party petitions
• Canvassing of Presidential Preference Primary voter list

Dog Park Committee

The Richmond Dog Park Committee is meeting to handle routine business: approving prior minutes and discussing the gazebo, fence, and cleanup crew volunteers. The agenda is mostly procedural with no major decisions or new proposals listed.

• Approval of prior minutes
• Discussion of gazebo
• Discussion of fence
• Discussion of cleanup crew volunteers

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust is meeting to approve minutes and invoices, and to receive updates from subcommittees. The board will vote on updating a contract with Horsley Witten for the final design and construction oversight phases of the Saila Parking Area. The trustees may also enter executive session to discuss potential acquisition of real estate for conservation.

• Vote to update contract with Horsley Witten for Saila Parking Area final design and construction oversight
• Continued public outreach discussion on Saila Parking Lot
• Continued Town Council Quarterly Report/Summary
• Executive session to discuss potential acquisition of real estate for conservation
• Approval of February 5, 2024 minutes and invoices

Finance Board

The Richmond Finance Board is meeting to begin its review of the town budget, including new materials from the Finance Director and community requests. They will also check the status of ARPA funds and may update the meeting schedule. The agenda includes routine items like electing officers and approving minutes, plus a public forum where comments are heard but not acted upon.

• Distribution of new budget materials and overview from Finance Director
• Begin review of budget items and community requests
• Review status of ARPA funds and requests record
• Election of Board officers as needed
• Review of minutes from February 27, 2023 meeting

Economic Development Commission

The commission is meeting to appoint a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Members will discuss outreach to existing businesses and review the commission's mission statement and Comprehensive Plan. The Town Planner will introduce new projects to the commission.

• Appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review of EDC Mission statement and Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of feedback from existing businesses
• Introduction of new members Scott Barber and Jim Brear
• Review of new projects submitted to the Town Planner

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes and the treasurer's report. They will continue work on several ongoing items: public educational signage at Beaver River Park, the FY24-25 budget, project grant opportunities, Earth Day event planning, Richmond Heritage Trail activities, and public outreach planning.

• 01 Beaver River Park public educational signage – continued
• 02 FY24-25 Budget – continued
• 03 Project grant opportunities – continued
• 05 Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning – continued
• 04 Earth Day event planning

Dog Park Committee

The Richmond Dog Park Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, a treasurer's report on operating and fundraising funds, and updates on the gazebo, fence, and signs. No new business items are listed, and the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report: operating and fundraising accounts
• Gazebo status update
• Fence status update
• Signs status update

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear the treasurer's report, and continue discussions on several ongoing items, including public educational signage at Beaver River Park, the FY24-25 budget, project grant opportunities, Earth Day event planning, Heritage Trail work, and public outreach. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; most items are marked as continued from the previous meeting.

• 01 Beaver River Park public educational signage – continued
• 02 FY24-25 Budget – continued
• 03 Project grant opportunities – continued
• 04 Earth Day event planning
• 05 Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning – continued

Board of Canvassers

The Richmond Board of Canvassers will meet to approve minutes, discuss and vote on the polling location for the Chariho Bond Referendum on May 7, 2024, certify delegate nomination papers, and review the canvass list for a March 5 public hearing. They will also review spring 2024 election deadlines.

• Discussion and vote on Chariho Bond Referendum polling location on May 7, 2024
• Certification of Delegate Nomination Papers
• Canvass list of eligible voters for the Chariho Public Hearing on March 5, 2024
• Review of Spring 2024 Election Deadlines

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust

The Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust is meeting to handle routine business including minutes approval, an invoice for trail-marking paint, and updates from subcommittees. They will discuss bids for a property appraisal, the Millar conservation easement, and public outreach about the Saila Parking Lot. The board may also enter executive session to discuss potential acquisition of real estate for conservation.

• Approval of invoice for paint materials for trail marking
• Discussion of bids for property appraisal
• Update on Millar conservation easement
• Saila Parking Lot public outreach discussion
• Possible executive session on potential acquisition of real estate for conservation

Wellness Committee

The Wellness Committee will meet to finalize specific committee goals discussed in December 2023. The committee also intends to assess membership gaps and recruit new members.

• Finalize goals regarding Human Services Department support and volunteer building
• Assess gaps and recruit new committee members

Dog Park Committee

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Richmond Dog Park Committee. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, a treasurer's report, discussion of a gazebo, and election of a new secretary. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report on operating and fundraising accounts
• Discussion of gazebo
• Election of new secretary

Board of Canvassers

The Richmond Board of Canvassers will meet to approve prior minutes and vote on changing the polling location from Chariho High School to Chariho Middle School, as well as setting Town Hall as the early voting and polling location for the PPP election. They will also discuss poll worker recruitment, certify nomination papers for presidential delegates, and consider stipends and the FY 2024-2025 budget.

• Vote on polling location change from Chariho High School to Chariho Middle School
• Early voting for PPP location to be Town Hall
• PPP Election polling location to be Town Hall
• Certification of Nomination Papers for Presidential Delegates
• Discussion of 2024 Board of Canvassers stipends and FY 2024-2025 budget

Senior Activities Committee

The Richmond Senior Activities Committee is holding its monthly meeting to approve minutes, hear committee reports, and discuss new business, including a St. Patrick's Day luncheon and upcoming presentations by the Red Cross and the Better Business Bureau. The meeting is open to the public.

• St. Paddy's Day Luncheon planned
• Red Cross presentation on February 22 at 11:00am
• Better Business Bureau presentation on March 14 at 11:00am
• Winter Celebration reported as a success with 54 members and guests

Conservation Commission

The Richmond Conservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review the treasurer's report, and continue discussions on several ongoing items, including the FY24-25 budget, a grant application, and the Heritage Trail. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items carried over from the December 12, 2023 meeting.

• 01 Beaver River Park public educational signage – continued
• 02 FY24-25 Budget
• 03 Wood Pawcatuck Wild and Scenic River Stewardship Council grant – continued
• 04 Richmond Heritage Trail work activities and planning – continued
• 05 MRP and RIIB Green Bond grant application – continued