South Kingstown, Rhode Island

South Kingstown 250th Committee

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Town Council

Planning Board

Canvassing Authority

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

The South Kingstown Zoning Board of Review will consider multiple petitions for dimensional variances. These requests involve building height, property setbacks, and lot size requirements for various residential and utility projects.

• Variance for a 26' tall accessory dwelling unit at 821 Green Hill Beach Road
• Variance for a utility building setback at 360 Great Neck Road
• Variance for a deck replacement setback at 42 Browning Street
• Variance for an accessory dwelling unit height and lot size at 30 Branch Street
• Variance for a new garage construction at 36 Edwards Avenue

Recreation Commission

Trustees of the South Kingstown School Funds

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Town Council

Planning Board

Economic Development Committee

Waterfront Advisory Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Town Council

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Recreation Commission

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

Planning Board

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Economic Development Committee

Waterfront Advisory Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Town Council

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

Recreation Commission

Planning Board

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Town Council

Waterfront Advisory Commission

Economic Development Committee

Town Council

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Recreation Commission

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Planning Board

Economic Development Committee

Waterfront Advisory Commission

Town Council

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Recreation Commission

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

Planning Board

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Economic Development Committee

Waterfront Advisory Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Town Council

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

Recreation Commission

Planning Board

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Economic Development Committee

Town Council

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Recreation Commission

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

Planning Board

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Conservation Commission

Economic Development Committee

Waterfront Advisory Commission

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Recreation Commission

Planning Board

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Conservation Commission

Economic Development Committee

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Recreation Commission

Planning Board

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Economic Development Committee

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Recreation Commission

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Planning Board

Economic Development Committee

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Recreation Commission

Planning Board

Historic District Commission

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

Economic Development Committee

Library Board of Trustees

Planning Board

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Commission will discuss a community energy program using an AI tool from Kilowant.com, review results of a workforce housing survey, and hear updates on the RI Main Street cohort and a recent summit. The agenda also includes items on surveying town employees, development opportunities at Palisades Mill, and a form-based code update for Old Tower Hill Road.

• Draft request to survey town employees (Correspondence & Public Comment item 1)
• Workforce housing survey results email from Chair Gagas (Correspondence & Public Comment item 2)
• Discussion of S.K. Community Energy Program with Kilowant.com AI tool (New Business item 1)
• Development opportunities at Palisades Mill (New Business item 6)
• Status update on Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code (Staff Update item 1)

Canvassing Authority

The Canvassing Authority is meeting to approve polling locations for the upcoming 2026 elections. The body will review locations for both the September primary and the November general election.

• Combined polling locations for the September 9, 2026 Primary Election
• Polling locations for the November 3, 2026 General Election
• Approval of June 15, 2026 meeting minutes

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

The Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee will discuss proposed Rhode Island Senate Bill S2268 ("YIGBY" legislation) and receive updates on the Lofts at Fairgrounds project, surplus town properties, and the Old Tower Hill Road form-based code. No votes are scheduled; the agenda consists primarily of discussions and status updates.

• Discussion on proposed RI Senate Bill S2268 ("YIGBY" Legislation)
• Status update on the Lofts at Fairgrounds project and its ongoing approval process
• Status update and discussion on next steps for Old Tower Hill Road form-based code
• Update on status of surplus town properties
• Update on data from the RI Rental Registry

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider a request to amend a Certificate of Appropriateness and a new application for properties on Old North Road. The body will also continue discussions on stone wall regulations and the Matunuck Beach Historic Resource Survey.

• Request to Amend COA - 81 Old North Road
• Application for COA - 91 Old North Road
• Discussion regarding regulation of stone walls
• Letter to Council regarding Oliver Watson Homestead Housing Project
• Matunuck Beach Historic Resource Survey next steps

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review and make a recommendation to the Town Council on the Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Project Form-Based Code. A continuance was requested by the applicant for the 2001 Kingstown Road duplex/triplex project. The board will also hear reports on administrative decisions for a condominium subdivision and a minor land development at 82 Main Street.

• Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Project Form-Based Code review and recommendation to Town Council
• 2001 Kingstown Road: continuance requested for demolition and construction of 5-unit duplex/triplex
• Brandywyne Condominiums major subdivision change approved by administrative officer
• 82 Main Street minor land development final plan approval recorded
• Designation of duty member for next Technical Review Committee meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board Landscape Sub-Committee will meet to discuss potential revisions to town land use regulations related to landscape requirements. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion and review.

• Discussion of amendments to landscape requirements in town land use regulations

Town Council

The council will hold a work session on bond anticipation notes, then a regular session with multiple public hearings and votes. Key actions include a proposed water rate schedule, contracts for infrastructure projects, and appointments to boards.

• Public hearing on amending property tax exemption income thresholds for elderly persons
• Award of bid to Key Corp for Indian Run Brook Restoration & Stormwater Retrofit Project ($387,640)
• Amendment to Peace Dale Library Garden Site Improvements contract ($93,008.49)
• Resolution establishing quarterly water user rates ($80 to $1,166 base charges)
• Resolution authorizing agricultural lease with Carpenter's Farm for 21 acres at Town Beach

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a special site visit meeting at the Peacedale Preserve to discuss a proposed zoning map and text amendment creating a new 'Peacedale Preserve Special Management District' for Tax Assessor's Map 33, Lot 30 at 371 Rose Hill Road. The amendment would allow new or expanded commercial, residential, and recreational land uses. The Board will make a recommendation to the Town Council.

• Zoning map and text amendment to create Peacedale Preserve Special Management District for 371 Rose Hill Road, allowing commercial, residential, and recreational uses

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The South Kingstown Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee will hold a regular session meeting to review the ESKAPE Plan and a bike path inventory. New business includes discussion of an AARP Walk Audit and the potential creation of subcommittees. The meeting also includes staff reports, public comment, and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion and review of the ESKAPE Plan
• Bike path inventory with associated matrix
• Discussion of AARP Walk Audit
• Discussion regarding establishment of subcommittees
• Staff report on town activities

School Building Committee

The committee will review updates and take action on projects for South Kingstown High School (SKHS) and Curtis Corner. Key items include change order requests and the submission of site work designs to the RIDE School Building Authority.

• Recommendation for approval of Change Order Task Force Requests
• Discussion and action on SKHS Project auditorium stage needs
• Updates on solar readiness for the SKHS Project
• Updates on the Curtis Corner Project
• Submission of Schematic Design Site Work Phase III at Curtis Corner to RIDE School Building Authority

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

The Zoning Board of Review will decide seven petitions, including a use variance to establish a drug or alcohol rehabilitation facility at 28 Columbia Street, and six dimensional variances for additions, decks, and new dwellings. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hold its annual election of officers.

• Use variance for a drug/alcohol rehabilitation facility at 28 Columbia Street (ZBR-26-13)
• Dimensional variance for a 190 sq. ft. sunroom addition at 221 Sweet Allen Farm Road (ZBR-26-14)
• Special use permit for a deck at a seasonal cottage at 667 Succotash Road (ZBR-26-15)
• Dimensional variance for a new single-family dwelling at 78 Brant Road South (ZBR-26-16)
• Dimensional variance to demolish and rebuild a dwelling at 395 Curtis Corner Road (ZBR-26-17)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will hear requests for a special use rental of the Town Beach parking lot by Sauna on Location from September to October (with possible extension), a mobile food establishment at Marina Park, and a basketball court rental by SOS Ballers. The commission will also receive status reports on the Old Mountain Field and Neighborhood Guild improvement projects.

• Special use rental of Town Beach Parking Lot by Sauna on Location from Sept 6 to Oct 31, 2026, with option to extend to Apr 30, 2027
• Request from Kaprece Ransaw to operate a mobile food establishment at Marina Park, 9am-noon weekdays through summer
• Request from S. Vasquez of SOS Ballers AAU Basketball to rent Recreation Center courts on Aug 1, 2026, 10:30am-6:45pm
• Status report on Old Mountain Field Improvement Project
• Status report on Neighborhood Guild Improvement Project

Canvassing Authority

The Canvassing Authority is meeting to review the election calendar and meeting dates. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from November 25, 2024.

• Review of election calendar and meeting dates
• Approval of November 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Technical Review Committee will review a minor land development project. The proposal involves converting two houses back from office use to residential use.

• Conversion of 71 Old Tower Hill Road (Plat 57, Lot 20) to residential use
• Conversion of 17 Narragansett Avenue West (Plat 57, Lot 78) to residential use

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss and vote on recommendations to the Town Council, including a zoning amendment to create the Peacedale Preserve Special Management District on Tax Assessor's Map 33, Lot 30, allowing commercial, residential, and recreational uses. They will also review the Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Project form-based code. Staff will provide updates on the budget, capital improvement programs, and legal issues.

• Zoning map and text amendment to create Peacedale Preserve Special Management District (Map 33, Lot 30) for commercial, residential, and recreational use, applicant BWJW, LLC
• Review and recommendation of Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Project form-based code
• Discussion on appointing a Planning Board liaison to the Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee
• Update from Planning Director on department budget and Capital Improvement Programs
• Update from special legal counsel on pending zoning and planning litigation

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will receive updates on the Community Learning Center project, including roof replacement, parking lot expansion, and a ribbon cutting scheduled for August 25. The board will also review upcoming programming such as a special exhibit of the RI Declaration of Independence and the Summer Reading Kick-off Party. The meeting includes routine reports and approval of minutes.

• Community Learning Center: roof replacement, parking lot expansion, hazard garden, east entryway, and ribbon cutting on August 25 at 11:00 AM
• Special Exhibit of the RI Declaration of Independence at Kingston Free on June 20 from 10 AM to 12 PM
• Summer Reading Kick-off Party at Kingston Free on June 24 from 5 PM to 7 PM
• Audubon Story time with snakes at Kingston Free on July 1 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
• Build it Big (Legos) at Peace Dale on June 29 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss a Form-Based Code on Old Tower Hill Road, then convene a regular session to consider appointments, consent agenda items (including police communication equipment purchase for $9,404.30), a public hearing on a liquor license transfer for Rachel's Café, and multiple new business items. Key decisions include resolutions authorizing the FY 2026-2027 tax levy of up to $81,700,000, software renewal for $28,968.30, and a proposal to recognize Wakefield as the birthplace of chicken salad.

• Resolution ordering assessment and collection of up to $81,700,000 in property taxes for FY 2026-2027
• Public hearing on transfer of Class B Limited Liquor License from Rachel's Café LLC to Rachel's Café RI LLC at 36 South County Commons Way
• Award of $28,968.30 to CDW-G for SIEM software renewal with 3-year option
• Consent agenda: purchase of 58 N-EAR 360 communication earpieces from Safeware, Inc. for $9,404.30
• Proposal to recognize Wakefield as the birthplace of chicken salad, honoring an 1863 recipe

The Town Council voted unanimously to direct the Town Manager not to enforce existing farm stand regulations and to refer the matter to the Planning Board for potential zoning amendments consistent with state law. The Council also reappointed five members to various boards and commissions, approved a consent agenda including police communication equipment purchase and a utility pole relocation, and granted a beverage license for the Taste of South Kingstown event.

• Unanimously voted to direct Town Manager not to enforce farm stand regulations and refer to Planning Board for zoning amendments
• Unanimously reappointed Richard Youngken to Historic District Commission (term exp. Dec 2028)
• Unanimously reappointed Thomas Routliffe to Economic Development Committee (term exp. Mar 2029)
• Unanimously reappointed Matthew Fraza to Recreation Commission (term exp. Jun 2028)
• Unanimously reappointed Benedict Ingegneri to Trustees of School Funds (term exp. Jun 2030)
• Unanimously appointed Donald Ruggieri to Conservation Commission (term exp. Sep 2028)
• Unanimously approved consent agenda: $9,404.30 police earpieces, Kenwood Ave pole relocation, and $27.58 tax abatements
• Unanimously granted Class F beverage license to Southern RI Chamber of Commerce for Sept. 24 Taste of South Kingstown event

Waterfront Advisory Commission

The commission is reviewing updates to the Harbor Management Plan and the Boats and Waterways Ordinance. Members will discuss public right-of-way access at specific Matunuck sites and the development of an Indian Lake Management Plan. The body is also reviewing CRMC applications for residential boating facilities in South Kingstown.

• Public right-of-way access at Washington Street (Site 10) and Lake Avenue (Site 11) in Matunuck
• Potter Pond Condominium Association application for a shared residential boating facility
• Dennis R. Purinton Revoc. Trust application for a fixed pier and landing
• Expansion of the Marina Park West parking lot
• Indian Lake Management Plan public meeting scheduled for June 25, 2026

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will consider recommending approval of Change Order Task Force requests for the new South Kingstown High School (SKHS) project. They will also receive updates on the SKHS project, solar readiness, and the Curtis Corner project. Continued vibratory monitoring for SKHS is up for discussion and action. Public comment is invited.

• Discussion/Action: Recommendation for Approval of Change Order Task Force requests
• Discussion/Update: New SKHS Project updates
• Discussion/Update: Solar Ready discussions around SKHS Project
• Discussion/Action: Continued Vibratory Monitoring for SKHS Project
• Discussion/Update: Curtis Corner Project updates

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Commission will review draft minutes, discuss workforce and innovation center surveys, and consider an AI agent power consumption app. The committee will also receive updates on the Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code and the RI Main Street Program.

• Approval of 5/6/2026 draft minutes
• Workforce & innovation center survey discussion
• AI Agent Power Consumption App discussion
• Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code status update
• RI Main Street Program update

South Kingstown 250th Committee

The 250th Committee will discuss planning for various commemorative events and workgroups. The body will also review the budget regarding grants, donations, and fundraising, as well as marketing and community outreach efforts.

• Discussion of speaker series and overhead banners for Purple Heart Trail
• Planning for military history recognition and a monument
• Discussion of Fourth of July enhancements and a Town Beach party
• Review of budget, grants, donations, and fundraising
• Marketing updates for the website and social media

School Building Project Change Order Task Force

The School Building Committee will meet to review and make recommendations on whether to proceed with 15 specific proposed ATP items. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from March 20, 2026.

• Review and recommendation to proceed with ATP items 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2, 4, 5.1, 5.2, 6.2, 6.3, 7.2, 7.3, 8, 9, 10, and 11
• Approval of minutes from 3/20/2026

The Change Order Task Force approved two alternate construction proposals for wall finishes: ceramic tile in common corridors ($189,699) and ceramic tile in the classroom tower ($168,401). Three other alternates (painted drywall, vinyl wallcovering, wall protection) were rejected. All votes were 4-0. The approved alternates will be recommended to the School Building Committee and Town Council.

• Approved Alternate #2A – ceramic tile in common corridors, add $189,699 (4-0)
• Approved Alternate #3B – ceramic tile in classroom tower, add $168,401 (4-0)
• Rejected Alternate #2 – wall protection in common corridors, add $31,802 (4-0)
• Rejected Alternate #3 – vinyl wallcovering in classroom tower, add $78,093 (4-0)
• Rejected Alternate #3A – wall protection in classroom tower, add $110,641 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of 1/21/2026 meeting (4-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a request to extend the Combined Master/Preliminary Plan for Hampton Place. The board will also address two residential development projects that have been continued to June 23, 2026.

• Hampton Place: Request to extend plan to construct 3 additional commercial buildings at 4847 Tower Hill Rd.
• Green Street Manor: 4-unit residential project at 12 Green Street (continued to June 23, 2026)
• 2001 Kingstown Road: Project to build one duplex and one triplex (continued to June 23, 2026)
• Follow-up on Town Council review of the Form Based Code
• Administrative Officer decision for 2-lot subdivision at 91 Green Hill Beach Road

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

The Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee will discuss future public outreach opportunities and receive a status update on the Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code, with possible action on next steps. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and routine procedural items.

• Discussion about future public outreach opportunities
• Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code status update and possible next steps
• Approval of draft minutes from April 23, 2026

The Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee held a discussion-focused meeting with no formal votes or decisions on substantive matters. Members reviewed plans for public outreach at RiverFire events and received a staff update on the Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code, which is pending Town Council action. The approval of previous meeting minutes with a typo correction was the only formal action taken.

• Approved April 23, 2026 draft minutes with a typo correction (unanimous)

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will consider applications for exterior alterations at two properties. The body will also discuss stone wall protections and the Matunuck Beach Historic Resource Survey.

• Roof replacement application for 1724 South Road
• HVAC equipment installation application for 81 Old North Road
• Discussion of potential protections for stone walls
• Discussion and possible action on Matunuck Beach Historic Resource Survey
• Review of unpermitted exterior alterations at 91 Old North Road

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on proposed zoning amendments to allow restaurants without alcohol in the IND-1 (Industrial) District. Other public hearings cover changes to underage drinking penalties and a charter amendment on police rules. The council will also discuss a potential homestead exemption program and a $46,530 contract for a public safety data platform funded by opioid settlement money.

• Public hearing on zoning amendments to allow restaurants without alcohol in IND-1 District (Article 3 and Article 5).
• Public hearing on amending Town Code Section 12-14 regarding underage alcohol consumption.
• Resolution authorizing $46,530 contract with Peregrine Technologies for public safety data integration platform, using Opioid Settlement Fund.
• Resolution to award $38,386.20 for 60 Glock 45 duty pistols with trade-in of Sig Sauer firearms.
• Discussion on developing a Homestead Exemption Program and Form-Based Code on Old Tower Hill Road.

The Town Council voted unanimously to amend the zoning ordinance to allow restaurants without alcohol as a use in the IND-1 Industrial District, with specific size, parking, and screening restrictions. They also approved an ordinance change making underage alcohol consumption a civil offense in Municipal Court rather than a criminal charge in District Court. Several permits were granted, including a temporary mass gathering permit for the South County Pride Celebration and multiple permits for the RiverFire events. The council also authorized flying the LGBTQ+ Pride Flag at the Public Safety Complex for June and approved the schematic design for the Brave Men As Ever Fought Companion Memorial.

• Approved zoning amendment to allow restaurants without alcohol in IND-1 district (unanimous)
• Approved underage alcohol consumption ordinance amendment making it a civil offense (unanimous)
• Granted temporary mass gathering permit for South County Pride Celebration on June 13, 2026 (unanimous)
• Directed LGBTQ+ Pride Flag to be flown at Public Safety Complex for June (unanimous)
• Granted RiverFire miscellaneous permit and Class F beverage licenses for four dates (unanimous)
• Approved schematic design for Brave Men As Ever Fought Companion Memorial (unanimous)
• Appointed Dennis Haggerty, Shane Jones, Elaine Shanley, and Walter Young Jr. to boards (all unanimous)

School Building Committee

The South Kingstown School Building Committee will discuss and possibly approve change order requests from a task force, consider appointing the town facilities director to the committee, and receive updates on the new South Kingstown High School and Curtis Corner projects. The committee also reminds abutters of a meeting scheduled for Saturday, May 23.

• Discussion/Action: Recommendation for Approval of Change Order Task Force requests
• Discussion/Action: Recommendation to appoint the Town Facilities Director to the SK School Building Committee
• Discussion/Update: New SKHS Project updates
• Discussion: Reminder: Abutters Meeting planned for Saturday May 23rd 10am
• Discussion/Update: Curtis Corner Project updates

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

The Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings on three petitions: a continuation of an appeal of a zoning violation notice, a dimensional variance to build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) exceeding the maximum floor area by 204 square feet, and a dimensional variance for a detached garage that would be 7 feet too close to the side property line.

• Petition ZA-26-1: continuation of Henry Cabrera's appeal of a May 2025 zoning violation notice at 3812 Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry Highway
• Petition ZBR-26-11: Jon & Joan Dodd seek a variance for a 1,404 sq ft ADU (200 sq ft over limit) at 382 Bittersweet Farm Way
• Petition ZBR-26-12: William McGraw seeks a variance for a garage setback of 8 ft instead of required 15 ft at 416 Shannock Road; prior variance expired without building permit

The Zoning Board granted a continuation for an appeal of a notice of violation to August 19. It approved a dimensional variance for a 1,404 sq ft accessory dwelling unit addition, 204 sq ft over the limit. It also re-approved an expired dimensional variance for a detached garage with a 7-foot setback relief. All votes were 5-0.

• Granted continuation of Henry Cabrera's appeal to August 19, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved dimensional variance for Jon Dodd to add 204 sq ft to cabin for ADU (5-0)
• Re-approved dimensional variance for William McGraw for detached garage with 7’ setback relief (5-0)

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will discuss a proposed policy restricting park access for registered sex offenders and a request to operate private sauna rentals at Town Beach. Other items include facility rentals for the Renaissance Faire and RiverFire events, relocation of bike path murals, and the installation of security cameras in parks.

• Letter from J & J Meegan requesting use of Town Beach parking for private sauna rentals by Sauna on Location LLC
• Proposed policy restricting access to municipal facilities and parks by registered sex offenders (post supervision)
• Facility rental request by Contemporary Theatre Co. for Ocean State Renaissance Faire at Saugatucket Park (Aug 28-30)
• Facility use and fee waiver request by Wakefield Village Association for RiverFire events with food vendors, entertainment, and beer garden (July 10, 24, Aug 7, 21)
• Discussion on installing security video cameras in parks and public access to live feed

The Recreation Commission approved the March meeting minutes and financial report by 3-0 votes. They continued discussion of a proposed policy regarding access to municipal facilities by registered sex offenders who have completed supervision, agreeing to revisit it at the May meeting. Updates were presented on ARPA-funded projects at Saugatucket Park, Main Street Comfort Station, Nancy Brown Playground, and Lake Avenue ROW. A request from Contemporary Theatre Co. to hold a Renaissance Faire at Saugatucket Park on August 28–30 was placed on the May agenda for consideration.

• Approved March 16, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted March financial report as presented (3-0)
• Continued consideration of proposed sex offender access policy to May 18, 2026 meeting (3-0)
• Added Renaissance Faire special use rental request to May agenda for discussion (3-0)
• Accepted March division reports as presented (3-0)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

South Kingstown 250th Committee

The South Kingstown 250th Committee will discuss upcoming events for the town's 250th anniversary, including a speaker series, Memorial Day parade, Fourth of July enhancements, and a town beach party. The committee will also review budget items such as grants, donations, and fundraising, as well as community outreach and marketing plans.

• Speaker series for 250th anniversary
• Memorial Day parade discussion
• Overhead banners for Purple Heart Trail
• Military history recognition monument
• Budget: grants, donations, and fundraising

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review programming recaps and upcoming events. The meeting includes updates on Community Learning Center projects and a grant from the RI Foundation Mary LeMoine Potter Fund.

• Community Learning Center parking lot expansion starting May 18th
• Community Learning Center roof replacement
• Community Learning Center Hazard Garden Revitalization
• RI Foundation Mary LeMoine Potter Fund approval for $2,000
• Kingston Friends Book sale on May 16th

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss the development of a Homestead Exemption Program and hold public hearings for three liquor license applications. The body will also consider several contracts for infrastructure, public safety equipment, and facility maintenance.

• Proposed Senior Center Parking Lot Renovation Project contract with Hartford Paving Corporation not to exceed $518,115
• Proposed contract with M.E. O'Brien and Sons for Nancy Brown Playground components not to exceed $19,131
• Proposed purchase of 31 RISE Tactical Carrier systems from Angel Armor, LLC not to exceed $22,014.46
• Public hearings for liquor licenses for Global Spectrum LP (Boss Ice Arena), Off One Brewing (Tower Hill Brewing, Co.), and Sipan, LLC (Twisted Pizza Wakefield)
• Proposed contract with Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. for SS4A grant application preparation not to exceed $30,000

The Town Council approved several appointments, including Derek Cook to the Housing Authority and Paul Jordan to the Planning Board (with one dissenting vote). Consent agenda items were approved, covering contracts for police equipment, playground upgrades, and a wastewater meter amendment. A work session discussion on a proposed Homestead Exemption program was continued to May 26. Public hearings on new liquor licenses were closed without final action.

• Appointed Paul Jordan to Planning Board (4-1, Alley no)
• Appointed Derek Cook to Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Reappointed Michael Sherry and Joseph Nuzzolillo to Waterfront Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Susan Axelrod, Maria Mack, Armand Monaco to Planning Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Robert Cagnetta, Arlene Hicks to Zoning Board of Review (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $22,014 for police outer vest carriers, $19,131 for Nancy Brown playground, $14,875 for comfort station painting, and others (unanimous)
• Granted new victualling licenses to Global Spectrum (Oak View Group) and Twisted Pizza Wakefield (unanimous)
• Continued Homestead Exemption discussion to May 26 meeting (consensus)

Waterfront Advisory Commission

The commission will receive public comment on two pending CRMC applications for Cedar Island Oyster Co. to add floating lines for oyster cultivation. Old business includes updates on the Harbor Management Plan, an online GIS rights-of-way map, and revisions to the Boats and Waterways Ordinance. The Harbormaster reports on the delivery of a new patrol boat and 2026 mooring renewals. Other topics include parking lot expansion at Marina Park and a master plan connecting to downtown Wakefield.

• CRMC public notice for Cedar Island Oyster Co. modification (File# 2021-02-025) in Narragansett
• CRMC public notice for Cedar Island Oyster Co. modification (File# 2004-05-024) in South Kingstown
• Harbor Management Plan update and development of online GIS map of rights-of-way to shore
• Public right-of-way access at Washington Street (Site 10) and Lake Avenue (Site 11) in Matunuck
• Delivery new patrol boat from SAFE Boats International expected within the week

The Waterfront Advisory Commission approved a request by Cedar Island Oyster Co. to add floating oyster cultivation baskets in South Kingstown waters. The board also received updates on harbor management, public right-of-way access, and the delivery of a new patrol boat.

• Approved Cedar Island Oyster Co. application (2004-05-024) to add seven horizontal floating lines of low-profile baskets (5-0)
• Approved April 2, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will discuss and potentially act on recommendations for change order task force requests, review updates for the South Kingstown High School and Curtis Corner projects, and plan an abutters meeting for May 23.

• Discussion/Action: Recommendation for Approval of Change Order Task Force Requests
• Discussion/Update: New SKHS Project Updates
• Discussion/Action: Abutters Meeting Agenda/ Review of Presentation Items — Saturday, May 23
• Discussion/Update: Curtis Corner Project Updates
• Discussion/Action: Alumni Plaque/Memorabilia Plans

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Commission will discuss the 4/9/2026 Town Council presentation regarding the Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code. The body will also review data collection for workforce and innovation center surveys and continue discussions on the South Kingstown Garden Show.

• Review of 4/9/2026 Town Council presentation on Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code
• Discussion on innovation center and workforce survey data collection
• Conceptual discussion of the South Kingstown Garden Show
• Update on the RI Main Street Program

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a request to change the previously approved Conceptual Master Plan for a 36-unit residential development at 571 Main Street. The project, originally approved in 2014 and extended through June 2026, seeks to reconfigure units and site design. The board will also receive reports on recent subdivision approvals: a major subdivision final plan at 93 Columbia Street and a minor subdivision preliminary plan at 91 Green Hill Beach Road.

• Public hearing for changes to the 36-unit residential development at 571 Main Street (continued from multiple prior meetings)
• Major subdivision final plan approval: The Lots on Columbia at 93 Columbia Street (recorded March 4, 2026)
• Minor subdivision preliminary plan approval at 91 Green Hill Beach Road (recorded March 11, 2026)
• Designation of duty member for next Technical Review Committee meeting on May 13, 2026

Planning Board

The Planning Board Landscape Sub-committee is meeting to discuss potential revisions and amendments to town land use regulations. The focus of the discussion is specifically on landscape requirements.

• Discussion of potential revisions to land use regulations regarding landscape requirements

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss the final FY 2026-2027 budget and potential $45 million in bonds for a new high school and athletic facilities. Other items include public hearings on water supply penalties and zoning changes, as well as discussions regarding Kersey Road safety.

• Proposed $45,000,000 bond for a new high school and athletic facilities
• Public hearing for the adoption of the Final FY 2026-2027 Budget
• $32,000 contract award to D'Ambra Construction for Lake Avenue Right-of-Way improvements
• $16,496.00 award for Town Clerk Double Door Replacement
• Discussion regarding speed camera and sidewalk installation on Kersey Road

The Town Council approved a tax abatement and a contract for a fire door replacement at the Town Clerk's office. The council also granted miscellaneous permits for two upcoming community events and held a public hearing on water supply restrictions.

• Authorized tax abatement of $16,648.07 (Unanimous)
• Approved contract to New England School Services for Town Clerk double door replacement not to exceed $16,496.00 (Unanimous)
• Granted miscellaneous permit to National MS Society for Bike MS: Ride the Rhode on June 13, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Granted miscellaneous permit to The Kerri Lynn Bessette Female Athletic Scholarship Fund, Inc. for Run4Kerri road race on August 2, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Town Clerk to advertise public hearing for Sipan, LLC d/b/a Twisted Pizza Wakefield liquor license (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 23 and April 9 Work Sessions and March 23 Regular Session (Unanimous)

Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee

The Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee will meet to approve draft minutes from March 26, elect a new secretary, and discuss a council presentation on the Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code, with possible action on next steps. The committee will also consider future public outreach opportunities.

• Election of AHCC Secretary
• Debrief discussion of council presentation on Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code; possible action on next steps
• Discussion about future public outreach opportunities
• Approval of March 26, 2026 draft minutes

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to discuss potential protections for stone walls and determine next steps for the Matunuck Beach Historic Resource Survey. The body will also address a public workshop regarding National Register Listing.

• Discussion of potential protections for stone walls
• Matunuck Beach Historic Resource Survey next steps
• Public Workshop on National Register Listing
• Possible discussion on flood mitigation compliance for historic structures
• Revisions to Kingston Historic District Preservation Guidelines

The Historic District Commission did not convene a meeting on April 23, 2026, due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included discussions on stone wall protections, a historic resource survey for Matunuck Beach, and revisions to preservation guidelines.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Agenda items discussed: Stone Wall protections
• Agenda items discussed: Matunuck Beach survey
• Agenda items discussed: National Register listing workshop
• Agenda items discussed: Flood mitigation compliance
• Agenda items discussed: Preservation guidelines revisions
• Agenda items discussed: RI Main Street update
• Agenda items discussed: Affordable Housing Committee coordination

Trustees of the South Kingstown School Funds

The Trustees of the South Kingstown School Funds will meet to review the portfolio's performance for the quarter ending March 31, 2026. The body will also consider other matters of interest.

• Review of portfolio performance for quarter ending March 31, 2026
• Approval of January 28, 2026 meeting minutes

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will consider a proposed policy restricting registered sex offenders from accessing municipal facilities and parks, and vote on authorizing ARPA funding for the Saugatucket Park improvement project. Updates on the Old Mountain Field project and reports on other ARPA-funded projects are also on the agenda. Routine items include approval of March minutes and financial reports.

• Proposed policy restricting registered sex offenders from municipal facilities and parks
• Saugatucket Park Improvement Project: pedestrian lighting, electrical and water service upgrade — ARPA funding authorization
• Old Mountain Field Improvement Project status update
• Other ARPA-funded projects: Main Street Comfort Station, Nancy Brown Playground, Lake Avenue ROW dinghy/kayak storage
• Correspondence from SK Little League inviting commission to opening day ceremony and from J. Campbell re: nature programs grants

The Commission approved a letter of support for federal grant funding to construct new municipal docks at Marina Park. A proposed policy regarding registered sex offender access to municipal facilities was tabled until the April meeting. The February financial and divisional reports were also accepted.

• Approved February meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted February financial reports (3-0)
• Tabled sex offender access policy until April meeting (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for Marina Park public docks project (3-0)
• Accepted February Parks and Recreation Division reports (3-0)

Town Council

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee will discuss and may take action on change order task force requests, receive updates on the new South Kingstown High School project and Curtis Corner project, and hear about the Hazard Field land swap status. The agenda also includes updates on an abutters meeting plan and a topping out ceremony.

• Discussion/Action on approval of Change Order Task Force Requests
• Discussion/Update on New SKHS Project Updates
• Discussion/Action on Abutters Updates and Meeting Plan
• Discussion/Update on Hazard Field Land Swap Status
• Discussion/Update on Curtis Corner Project Updates

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Preliminary Budget for FY 2026-2027, which was adopted on March 18, 2026. This hearing will include participation from the School Committee and address all funds within the budget.

• Public hearing on the FY 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget

The Town Council held a public hearing on the preliminary budget for FY 2026-2027. The finance director reviewed the proposed tax levy up to the state cap of 4%, and the school department presented funding challenges, including a plan to use $1 million from fund balance to avoid cuts. Council discussed transferring approximately $1.3 million in OPEB funds to support the school budget. No formal decisions were made; final adoption is scheduled for April 27, 2026.

• No formal decisions were made at this meeting; the final budget adoption is set for April 27, 2026.

Zoning Board of Review Meeting

The South Kingstown Zoning Board of Review will hear four petitions at its April 15 meeting, including an appeal of a zoning enforcement decision and three variance requests. The most substantial item is Matunuck Market's request to amend a special use permit to expand its restaurant dining area by 73 seats and interconnect two lots for additional parking. Other items include a dimensional variance for an accessory dwelling unit at 312 Woodruff Avenue and a variance for a two-story addition at 29 Peckham Avenue.

• Appeal of ZEO decision regarding property at 691 Kingstown Road (Petition ZA-26-2)
• Matunuck Market seeks to add 73 seats to existing restaurant with alcohol, and interconnect 133 and 151 Old Tower Hill Road for parking (ZBR-26-9)
• Dimensional variance to build 1,040 sq. ft. ADU at 312 Woodruff Avenue, requiring 218 sq. ft. lot area relief and 1.5 ft. setback relief (ZBR-26-7)
• Dimensional variance for two-story addition at 29 Peckham Avenue, needing 10.2 ft. side setback relief (ZBR-26-8)

The Zoning Board of Review voted unanimously to table indefinitely an appeal by Silver Mesa Group concerning a zoning enforcement decision at 691 Kingstown Road, due to uncertainty in state recreational marijuana licensing. No decision was reached on a separate petition to expand restaurant seating and interconnect parking lots at 151 Old Tower Hill Road.

• Tabled indefinitely petition ZA-26-2 (5-0)

South Kingstown 250th Committee

The South Kingstown 250th Committee will meet to discuss planning for upcoming anniversary events, including a speaker series, Memorial Day parade, overhead banners for the Purple Heart Trail, a military history monument, Fourth of July enhancements, and a Town Beach party. The committee will also review budget items such as grants, donations, and fundraising, as well as community outreach and marketing efforts.

• Memorial Day parade (new)
• Overhead banners for Purple Heart Trail (new)
• Military history recognition monument
• Fourth of July enhancement
• Budget discussion on grants, donations, and fundraising

Assessment Board of Review

The South Kingstown Assessment Board of Review will consider 15 pending assessment appeals from property owners at its regular session. The appeals include properties on Glen Rock Road, Shadow Farm Way, Charlestown Beach Road, and others. No decisions or recommendations are recorded; the agenda only lists the cases for discussion.

• Appeal #110: 421 Glen Rock Road (Hendrick & Haskins)
• Appeal #114: 32 Shadow Farm Way (Robidoux Family Irrev Trust)
• Appeal #91: 810 Charlestown Beach Road (Roy)
• Appeal #135: 994 & 988 Charlestown Beach Road (House & Beach Breaker LLC)
• Appeal #131: 40 Camp Fuller Road (Calianos)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing, with School Committee participation, on its preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 as adopted on March 18, 2026. The hearing will cover all funds in the preliminary budget. The meeting also includes routine procedural items.

• Public hearing on the Town Council's Preliminary Budget for FY 2026-2027

The Town Council held a public hearing on the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, receiving presentations from the Town Manager and Finance Director on tax levy, debt obligations, and school funding. No votes or final decisions were taken; a second public hearing and final budget adoption are scheduled for later dates.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a work session to discuss the Form-Based Code for the Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Project as a follow-up to an April 9 Town Council meeting. Staff will provide updates on planning department activities, the budget process, and capital improvement programs. The board will also receive legal updates and hear liaison reports.

• Discussion of Form-Based Code for Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Project, following April 9 Town Council meeting
• Update from Planning Director on department staffing, budget process, and Capital Improvement Programs
• Update from Special Legal Counsel for Planning and Zoning on new or ongoing legal issues
• Planning Board liaison updates on various boards, committees, and projects

The Planning Board directed planning staff to modify the proposed Form-Based Code regarding five specific items. This revision involves working with legal counsel and a consultant before submitting the draft to the Town Council. Additionally, the Planning Director reported that the Hazard Mitigation Plan is nearly complete and will soon enter a 30-day public comment period.

• Directed staff to revise five items in the Old Tower Hill Road Form-Based Code draft
• Noted Hazard Mitigation Plan is 99% complete for upcoming public comment

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss updates regarding the Community Learning Center and upcoming National Library Week events. The session includes reports from the President and Director and a review of library statistics.

• Peace Dale Reopening update
• Roof Replacement update
• Parking Lot Expansion update
• Hazard Garden Revitalization update
• National Library Week (April 19th-25th) and Library Workers Day (April 21st)

The Library Board of Trustees approved the minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting. Members agreed to donate $20 each for staff appreciation baskets during National Library Workers Day. Director Pam Kaczynski announced her retirement in July, and the Peace Dale Branch reopened with normal hours, with Saturday openings expected in early summer.

• Approved minutes of March 17, 2026
• Agreed to donate $20 each for staff appreciation baskets for National Library Workers Day

Building Code of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals will consider a petition from property owner Jacquelyn Barber. The applicant is seeking relief from State Building Code requirements for an emergency escape and rescue opening in a second-story bedroom.

• Petition for relief from IRC 2021 Section 310 regarding window size at 316 Tuckertown Road, Wakefield

The Building Code Board of Appeals denied a request for relief regarding an undersized emergency escape window at 316 Tuckertown Road. The applicant sought a variance because the second-story bedroom window provides a net clear opening of 5.13 square feet, which is below the required 5.7 square feet. The board determined that providing a variance for a safety requirement falls outside its charter.

• Denied petition for emergency escape window relief at 316 Tuckertown Road (3-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a closed executive session on collective bargaining, real property acquisition, and litigation before the regular session. In open session, they will consider interviews for commission and board appointments, consent agenda items for license renewals and transfers, and multiple new business items including contract awards and reallocation of ARPA funds. Key decisions involve $358,100 in change orders for the South Kingstown High School replacement project, a $229,950 parking lot renovation at Peace Dale Library, and $420,000 in ARPA fund reallocation for park and playground improvements.

• Authorizing change orders for high school corridor ceramic tile upgrades totaling $358,100 (Alternate 2A and 3B)
• Award of $229,950 contract to True North Civil LLC for Peace Dale Library parking lot renovation
• Reallocation of $350,000 in ARPA funds for Saugatucket Park lighting/water/electrical, $40,000 for Lake Avenue storage, $10,000 for comfort station repainting, $20,000 for Nancy Brown Playground safety
• Award of $49,000 contract to D'Ambra Construction for Marina Park lot expansion
• Authorizing Union Fire District to construct a 416 sq ft addition at 36 School Street for the forest fire service station

The Town Council approved multiple infrastructure contracts for Marina Park, Peace Dale Library, and Riverwalk Park. Additionally, the council authorized change orders and utility easements for the South Kingstown High School replacement project and reallocated $420,000 in ARPA funds.

• Approved March/April 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including business licenses (unanimous)
• Awarded Marina Park Lot Expansion contract to D’Ambra Construction ($49,000) (unanimous)
• Awarded Peace Dale Library Parking Lot Renovation contract to True North Civil LLC ($229,500) (unanimous)
• Awarded Riverwalk Park sidewalk replacement contract to True North Civil, LLC ($32,000) (unanimous)
• Authorized High School project change orders for ceramic tile ($189,699 and $168,401) (unanimous)
• Authorized high school utility easement and pole petition (unanimous)
• Reallocated $420,000 in ARPA funds across four projects (unanimous)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss draft Zoning Amendments, specifically a Form-Based Code, associated with the Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Plan. A presentation from Able City East and Daedalus Advisory Services is scheduled. No votes or decisions are expected; the session is for discussion and public comment.

• Discussion and presentation on draft Zoning Amendments (Form-Based Code) for Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Plan
• Public comment period

The Town Council held a work session regarding draft Form-Based Code and zoning amendments for the Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Plan. The council reached consensus to continue discussion at a future meeting after receiving a presentation on development potential and economic impact. The Council directed the Planning Director and Jason King to revise the proposed code.

• Directed Planning Director and Jason King to make revisions to proposed Form-Based Code

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the inventory of bike path crossings and next steps for the ESKAPE Plan. Members will also address strategies for state road requests and the hosting of public outreach events.

• Inventory of Bike Path Crossings
• ESKAPE Plan next steps
• H8929 discussion
• SS4A checklist of State Roads and RIDOT request strategy
• Planning for public outreach events

Assessment Board of Review

The South Kingstown Assessment Board of Review will meet to hear appeals from property owners regarding their 2026 tax assessments. The agenda lists 13 specific appeals, including requests from owners at 51 Osprey Road and 180 Omer Drive.

• Approval of March 25, 2026 minutes
• Hear appeal for 51 Osprey Road (Berzon)
• Hear appeal for 180 Omer Drive (Cook)
• Hear appeal for 2485 Post Road (Zurcher)
• Hear appeal for 421 Glen Rock Road (Hendrick)

The Assessment Board of Review approved minutes from March 25 and then voted on five property assessment appeals. All motions to adjust assessed values passed, with one recusal on the South Jerry Cove appeal. Changes were based on comparative properties, condition factors, and building costs. The next meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2026.

• Approved March 25, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Appeal #119 (South Jerry Cove): changed assessed value to $13,000,000 based on comparative property; motion passed (Baud recused)
• Appeal #101 (Zurcher): changed assessed value to $1,303,000 based on 5% external obsolescence adjustment and condition factor (unanimous)
• Appeal #123 (Burdick): changed assessed value to $1,616,300 to align revaluation increase with comparables (unanimous)
• Appeal #98 (Berzon): changed assessed value to $1,587,000 based on comparables and building costs (unanimous)
• Appeal #100 (Cook): changed assessed value to $769,700 by reducing condition factor on residual acreage per DEM wetland report (unanimous)

Technical Review Committee (TRC)

The Technical Review Committee will conduct an advisory review of a proposed minor multi-household land development project at 2001 Kingstown Road. The plan involves demolishing an existing single-family home and constructing a duplex and triplex (5 units total). This item was continued from the March 11 meeting at the applicant's request. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

• Advisory review of minor multi-household land development at 2001 Kingstown Road (AP 32-4, Lot 21) – demolition of one single-family home, construction of a duplex and triplex (5 units) by Ashworth Investments, LLC (continued from March 11, 2026).

Town Council

The Town Council holds a public hearing, with School Committee participation, on the Preliminary Budget for FY 2026-2027 as adopted on March 18, 2026. The public may comment during the hearing and during the public comment period. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Town Council's Preliminary Budget for FY 2026-2027 (all funds) with School Committee participation

Conservation Commission

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on its preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, with School Committee participation, covering all funds. The Council also considers a resolution to authorize letters of support for federal Community Project Funding requests, including the Downtown Wakefield Main Street Reconstruction and Safety Improvements Project. A public comment period is scheduled.

• Public hearing on the Town Council’s Preliminary Budget for FY 2026-2027 (all funds)
• Resolution to authorize letters of support for federal Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending requests
• Letter of support for Downtown Wakefield Main Street Reconstruction and Safety Improvements Project to Senator Whitehouse’s office
• Letters of support to Representative Magaziner and Senator Reed for unspecified FY2027 community projects

The Town Council held a public hearing on the FY2026-2027 preliminary budget but paused due to overcrowding. After discussion, the council unanimously voted to continue both required budget public hearings to the week of April 12 at South Kingstown High School. The council also authorized the Town Council President to execute letters of support for federal community project funding requests.

• Authorized letters of support for FY2027 federal community project funding requests (unanimous)
• Continued both budget public hearings to week of April 12 at South Kingstown High School due to overcrowding (unanimous)