Environment & climate in Rhode Island local government
What Rhode Island city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about environment & climate — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
186 Rhode Island meetings since 2024 covered environment & climate. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Rhode Island with the most environment & climate activity
- Lincoln, RI (29)
- South Kingstown, RI (19)
- East Greenwich, RI (16)
- New Shoreham, RI (16)
- Johnston, RI (12)
- Richmond, RI (11)
- Exeter, RI (9)
- Coventry, RI (9)
- Westerly, RI (9)
- Foster, RI (7)
- City of Newport, RI (7)
- Smithfield, RI (7)
Latest matching meetings
Lincoln Conservation Commission monthly meeting scheduled for August 5, 2026
The Commission will conduct a regular monthly meeting to address wetland applications and current projects. Discussion topics include the Butterfly Garden, historical cemeteries, and various grant or cleanup projects.
Public hearing on The Residences at Pocasset major land development
The Johnston Planning Board will consider a one‑year extension request for the Putnam Pike "Gateway" project and hold public hearings on several development proposals, including a minor subdivision on Shun Pike, a senior‑focused condo project on Plainfield Pike, and a major adaptive‑reuse residential development at…
Town Council to consider water main projects and asphalt odor complaints
The Town Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including water main replacements and beach improvements. The body will also discuss complaints regarding asphalt smells in West Davisville and the appointment of an interim Municipal Court Judge.
Public hearing on The Residences at Pocasset major residential redevelopment
The Johnston Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a combined Preliminary and Master Plan for The Residences at Pocasset, proposing 25 market‑rate residential units on former commercial land. The board will also consider a one‑year extension request for the Master Plan Review of the Gateway project on Putnam…
Public hearing on a minor subdivision at 181 Shun Pike
The Planning Board will consider an old‑business request for a one‑year extension of the master plan review for the Putnam Pike “Gateway” project (AP 42 Lot 31). New business includes public hearings and pre‑application reviews for several development proposals, such as a minor subdivision at 181 Shun Pike (AP 43 Lot…
Foster Land Trust to discuss dam repairs and new property acquisition
The Land Trust will review a conservation project request from a local scout and a hunting cooperation agreement with RIDEM. Members will discuss safety apparel requirements and the planning of 'Land Trust Days.' The meeting includes an executive session to address litigation and repairs for Dam #526 and the…
Commission to discuss AI energy tool and workforce housing survey results
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…
Planning Board visits 193 Honeyman Ave site for 4‑lot subdivision review
The Middletown Planning Board held a special site‑visit meeting to view the property at 193 Honeyman Ave, the subject of a preliminary plan application for a four‑lot minor subdivision and a new public street. Board members asked the applicant, Louis Calcagni, and engineer Chris Duhamel questions about the proposed…
Planning Board to consider solar farm, subdivision, and housing plan
The East Greenwich Planning Board will vote on master plan extensions for the South Road Solar project and the Division Road Neighborhood subdivision. They will also hold a public hearing for the Preliminary Plan of The Pastures subdivision on Division Street. Additionally, the board will review the 2025 Low and…
Exeter Council holds emergency meeting on trespassing claims
The Exeter Town Council held an emergency meeting to discuss trespassing on Estate Drive. The meeting was called after a resident raised concerns about the town's authority to enforce trespassing rules on disputed land. The council entered an executive session to discuss potential litigation and later voted to seal…
TRC reviews minor subdivision plan for The Pastures
The Technical Review Committee will discuss and make recommendations to the Planning Board on a Preliminary Plan application for a Minor Subdivision called 'The Pastures' at 741 Division Street.
Newport Historic District Commission to decide on 10 property alteration requests
The Commission will consider five new applications, two action items (including reconsideration of a previously approved garage and pool denial), and three continued applications. Key proposals include converting a garage to an accessory dwelling unit at 77 Kay St, installing a pool and solar panels at 320 Harrison…
Commission discusses development roles and lake management updates
This organizational meeting focuses on defining the commission's role in development reviews. Members will also discuss various environmental topics including lake recreation, stormwater management at Upper Dam Pond, and forest fire safety.
Planning Board approves Saltwood Farm subdivision modification
The Middletown Planning Board voted 4‑0 to approve Saltwood Farm Development, LLC’s request to split Lot 9 into two parcels. It also opened a public hearing on The Collection on Honeyman, LLC’s 4‑lot subdivision and street‑width waiver, and continued the Kathryn Thomson minor subdivision to the July 8 meeting. Earlier…
Council to consider resolution to prohibit or limit new hotels
The Newport City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 10, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes a resolution to prohibit or limit additional hotel development, a proposal to establish a Housing Commission, and a presentation on solar development opportunities at school facilities. The…
Commission to discuss new Demolition by Neglect Ordinance
The Historic District Commission will review several residential and commercial renovation applications. The body will also discuss the creation of a Demolition by Neglect Ordinance and a new information brochure.
Council to consider ordinance for property tax assessment and collection
The Johnston Town Council will vote on an ordinance that sets assessment and collection of property tax on real estate and personal property. It will also consider resolutions for tree removal around retention ponds on Oak Hill Drive and for a new fire department communications tower. Additional items include zoning…
Council to authorize new fire department communications tower
The Johnston Town Council will vote on a resolution to approve a change order for a new communications tower for the fire department. Other items include a resolution for tree and vegetation removal around retention ponds, two zoning change petitions, several business license applications, and reappointments to the…
Planning Commission to review storage condos and residential project
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposal for mini-storage condominiums at 915 Ten Rod Road. The body will also review a pre-application for a 17-unit residential project at 6828 Post Road and discuss a surety bond for a solar energy system off Firwood Drive.
Waterfront Advisory Commission to discuss harbor plans and boating facility applications
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…
Committee to vote on change order task force requests for SKHS project
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…
EDC to discuss workforce surveys, AI app, and Main Street program
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.
Task force discusses Main Street RI workshops and film contest
The Richmond Investment for Commercial Health Task Force will continue discussing short- and long-term activities, review takeaways from Main Street RI training workshops on economic vitality, design, and organization, and consider new business items including a Richmond Film Contest and potential partnerships with…
Planning board meeting cancelled due to no applications
The East Greenwich Planning Board meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026 has been cancelled because there were no applications requiring review.
Lincoln Conservation Commission monthly meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026
The Commission will review previous minutes and address wetland applications. The agenda includes updates on current projects such as the Butterfly Garden, historical cemeteries, and grant projects.
Council votes on $3.2 million bond for shoreline stabilization of the town landfill
The New Shoreham Town Council will discuss collective‑bargaining negotiations with the International Brotherhood of Police Officers, Local 720 in a closed session. It will also swear in Second Warden Margaret O’Neill, hold a public hearing on an outdoor entertainment license for TMG BI Operating, LLC d/b/a OneBI Steak…
Planning Board to discuss solar development and subdivision modifications
The Planning Board will consider a major land development proposal for Kirkbrae CC Solar at 208 Old River Road. Other items include a remediation bond for Toscan Properties LLC and a modification to the Beauregard Subdivision on East Lantern Road.
Planning Commission to recommend zoning changes for gas stations, kennels, and more
The Coventry Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to build a small art studio at 420 Washington Street, requiring dimensional variances. The commission will also consider amendments to subdivision regulations to modify allowable forms of financial security. The main action is a series of nine…
Planning Board to review major farm development with solar and housing
The Planning Board will hold a public meeting for a pre-application discussion of a major land development by SKVL Organic World, Inc. at 208 Hartford Pike. The project involves a 138-acre farm with crops, greenhouses, solar, labor housing, and a farm stand, requiring major land development approval and possibly…
Planning Board to decide on Seasons Corner Market preliminary plan extension
The Planning Board will review and possibly extend the preliminary plan decision for Seasons Corner Market at 2563 South County Trail. They will also receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan and review the meeting schedule. The only major development item is this commercial highway zoning application.
Town Council receives FY 2027 budget recommendation from Financial Review Board
The council will hear the Budget and Financial Review Board’s recommended Fiscal Year 2027 budget. It will approve minutes from prior meetings, schedule several public hearings, and consider a series of license renewals and new licenses. The council will also discuss authorizing bid awards for various town services…
Purchasing Committee reviews recycling bids and competitive bidding waivers
The Purchasing Committee will review several bid awards and requests to waive competitive bidding requirements. The meeting includes discussions on road paving, police equipment, and a contract extension for asphalt.
Zoning Board to consider three variance requests for residential additions and pools
The East Greenwich Zoning Board will hear three applications requesting dimensional variances for residential properties. Items include a garage expansion at 96 Cora Street, a pool at 30 Middle Road, and a shed at 14 Red Oak Road. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from March 24, 2026.
Land acquisition and town code status on agenda
The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust will discuss trail projects at Hunt River, Bleachery, and Tanner-Clark Preserve, and property stewardship at multiple preserves. They will also review land acquisition opportunities and the status of Town Code Chapter 143, which governs the trust's mission.
Ordinance Committee reviews zoning, street mapping, and police amendments
The Ordinance Committee will review several proposed changes to town ordinances. Items include residential requirements, open burning rules, new street mappings, and updates to the police ordinance.
Committee discusses purchase of property in Wrentham, MA for watershed protection
The City Property Committee will meet to discuss a request from the Pawtucket Water Supply Board. The board is seeking to purchase property located at 1139 West Street in Wrentham, MA.
Lincoln Conservation Commission monthly meeting scheduled for May 7, 2025
The Commission will review wetland applications and current projects including the Butterfly Garden and Historical Cemeteries. The agenda also includes a budget review of expenses and grants.
Economic Development Commission to review Old Tower Hill Road code presentation
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.
Town Council to discuss zoning ordinance and school bus garage compliance
The Westerly Town Council will consider an amendment to the 1998 Zoning Ordinance and a contract for amusement rides at Wuskenau Beach. The body will also review a presentation on school bus garage use and environmental compliance.
Barrington Town Council to discuss solar project and financial reports
The Town Council will discuss a solar project at landfill #4 and review the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. The body will also consider several ordinance amendments and board appointments.