Roads & transportation in Rhode Island local government
What Rhode Island city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about roads & transportation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
297 Rhode Island meetings since 2024 covered roads & transportation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Rhode Island with the most roads & transportation activity
- South Kingstown, RI (46)
- Westerly, RI (30)
- New Shoreham, RI (27)
- City of Newport, RI (25)
- Lincoln, RI (19)
- East Providence, RI (17)
- Middletown, RI (14)
- Barrington, RI (14)
- Portsmouth, RI (13)
- Pawtucket, RI (13)
- West Warwick, RI (12)
- Johnston, RI (8)
Latest matching meetings
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…
Planning Board to review residential developments and street abandonment
The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a minor subdivision and a major land development project. The board will also discuss pre-applications for luxury condos and a lot subdivision, and provide an advisory opinion on a street abandonment request.
Planning Board to vote on sidewalk installation fee and zoning for renewable energy
The Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing and vote on an amendment regarding fees in lieu of sidewalk installation. Members will also discuss a major land development pre-application and consider zoning amendments for manufacturing uses related to renewable energy.
Town Council to approve licenses and authorize contracts for public works and pickleball courts
The Smithfield Town Council will approve the minutes from previous meetings, consider appointments to town boards, and hold public hearings on collective bargaining agreements and charter amendments. The council will also authorize several contracts, including sidewalk repairs and fence installation, and approve…
Planning Board to advise Town Council on bus garage alternative sites
The Planning Board is holding a special meeting to review administrative reports. The primary item for discussion is an advisory to the Town Council regarding alternative sites for a bus garage.
Cumberland Ordinance Sub-Committee to review five code amendments
The Ordinance Sub-Committee will meet to discuss several proposed changes to the town's code of ordinances. These items include rules regarding public property, event licensing, and vehicle regulations.
Town Council awards $289,500 contract for 2027 Grace's Cove road improvements
The council will hold a closed‑session discussion on collective‑bargaining negotiations with the International Brotherhood of Police Officers Local 720. Several public hearings will address proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, including adding “Game Rooms” to the Old Harbor Commercial Zone and changes to…
Council to hold public hearing on CDBG grant for Mumford Manor repairs
The Newport City Council will hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application for Mumford Manor at 39 Farewell Street. The agenda includes consent items such as special event permits, waste hauler license renewals, and commission resignations. Action items cover parking changes on South…
Town Council to vote on Johnson's Pond redevelopment plan
The Coventry Town Council will hold a public hearing to consider designating the Johnson's Pond area as a redevelopment zone and adopting the associated plan. The body will also vote on several construction contracts and the appointment of a Charter Review Committee.
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…
Cumberland Town Council to vote on FY 2025/2026 General Fund budget amendment
The Town Council will hold a second hearing and vote on an amendment to the General Fund Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. The body will also consider tax exemptions and a contract renewal for IT services.
Middletown Council to vote on library renovations and road grants
The Town Council will discuss library renovation subcontracts and a $250,000 grant for Third Beach Road. The meeting includes an executive session on land acquisition at West Main Road and collective bargaining with TEAMSTERS.
Public hearing on CDBG application for Mumford Manor at 39 Farewell Street
The council will hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application for Mumford Manor (39 Farewell Street). Other action items include ordinance revisions for parking on South Baptist Street and one-way designation on Bridge Street, acceptance of a $321,600 FHWA grant for safety, and a contract…
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 to vote on zoning amendments and land development plans
The Planning Board will consider amendments to Land Development and Subdivision Regulations regarding sidewalk installation fees. The board will also discuss and vote on two zoning ordinance amendments related to storage uses and the Flood Hazard Overlay District.
Council to consider adjusting non-owner occupied tax rate
The Newport City Council will vote on a resolution to adjust the non-owner occupied residential tax rate and consider multiple action items including large FEMA flood resiliency grants, contracts for software and services, and sidewalk improvements. The agenda also includes special event licenses, a sound variance…
Planning Board to review Old Tower Hill Rd form-based code
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…
Council to vote on final approval of FY27 town budget
The Portsmouth Town Council will discuss and take action on the final approval of the proposed FY27 town budget. Other agenda items include a request to purchase a new fire engine for $950,000, several public hearings on noise variances for concerts and events, and a partial road closure for a July 4th block party.
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…
Council approved $3,149.52 tax abatements, $8,241.04 supplemental, $11,658.74 deferment
The Cumberland Town Council met on June 17, 2026 and unanimously approved several financial and regulatory measures. It approved real estate tax abatements of $3,149.52, a supplemental payment of $8,241.04, and a senior deferment payoff of $11,658.74, and adopted ordinances correcting a truck‑route typo and…
Town Council to hold multiple public hearings on zoning and tax ordinances
The New Shoreham Town Council will hold public hearings regarding zoning amendments for trailers and special use permits, as well as veterans' tax exemptions. The body will also discuss police and employee contracts and consider terminating a road maintenance agreement with the DOT.
Board will hear advisory on bus garage alternative sites
The Planning Board will review the Administrative Officer’s report, which includes an advisory to the Town Council regarding alternative sites for a bus garage. The board will also discuss the future agenda and monthly report matrix. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
Council to approve funding for 2026 roadway rehabilitation projects
The West Warwick Town Council will consider a second reading of Ordinance #2026-6 to restrict parking on West Street. The council, acting as the Liquor Commission, will review extended‑hour requests for the Portuguese American Citizens Club and the Portuguese Holy Ghost during the World Cup. Several business license…
Middletown Town Council to consider $1.63M in library renovation grants
The Town Council will discuss awarding a security system contract for the Middle-High School and accepting over $1.6 million in grants and donations for library renovations. The body will also hold a public hearing on a liquor license transfer and consider ordinances regarding beach parking fees and zoning.
Licensing Board denies extended alcohol hours for World Cup matches
The Licensing Board reviewed several temporary permit applications and event licenses. The board denied three requests for extended indoor alcohol service hours during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Multiple one-time event permits and a door-to-door sales permit were approved.
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…
Library Board to discuss Community Learning Center ribbon cutting and summer programs
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…
Town Council to consider zoning and land use changes on West Main Road
The Town Council will hold a special meeting to conduct second readings for three ordinances. These items involve updating the Comprehensive Community Plan, the Official Zoning Map, and the Zoning Code for specific parcels on West Main Road.
Town Council to discuss zoning ordinance amendments and Old Harbor Dock parking
The New Shoreham Town Council will meet to discuss proposed zoning ordinance amendments with the Planning Board and a land use attorney. The council will also act on parking considerations for Old Harbor Dock and swear in a new member.
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.
Continued hearing for gas station and drive-in on Danielson Pike
The Planning Board will continue a public hearing for a minor land development, special-use permit, and zoning relief to construct a gas station with accessory sales and a drive-in food establishment on a 13-acre parcel at 195 Danielson Pike. The applicant seeks a dimensional variance to allow parking and circulation…
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…
Council considers electric bike rules and construction start times
The East Providence City Council will discuss several ordinance amendments, including regulations for electric bikes and changes to nuisance laws. The body will also review multiple one-day entertainment licenses and a land lease amendment for The Wolf School, Inc.
Council to consider $774,000 local funding for Purgatory sidewalk project
The Middletown Town Council will hold a public hearing for a second reading of the FY2026‑27 appropriations ordinance and consider a resolution on the tax levy. It will also vote on ordinance amendments to the Refuse and Recycling user fee and to beach parking fees. Staff will present budget adjustments recommending…
Council to vote on FY2027 budget, tax levy, and school deficit plan
The Newport City Council will consider the FY2027 operating budget, including a budget change sheet, appropriating ordinance, personnel ordinance, and tax levy resolution. The council will also receive a notice of a projected school budget deficit and a strategic fiscal recovery plan from the school superintendent…
Council to accept Ferreira Ave as public road, release $425k bond
The Town Council will vote on accepting Ferreira Avenue as a public road and releasing a $425,000 subdivision bond contingent on a one-year maintenance bond. Other discussions include a bylaw change for the Pension Advisory Committee, requests for sound variances for events, and a review of the Parks & Recreation…
Committee to discuss gas moratorium recommendation update
The Portsmouth Economic Development Committee will review and discuss updates on the gas moratorium recommendation, brainstorm West Side transportation infrastructure based on a Navy study, and introduce new economic development ideas. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a director's business…
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.