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The Council’s amendments to the once-in-a-decade urban planning policy document that guides Providence’s long-term growth and development.

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Council Officially Adopts the Comprehensive Plan

Providence, RI – At tonight’s City Council meeting, Councilors voted to officially adopt the Comprehensive Plan. The once-a-decade urban planning document has been developed and vetted over a two-year period, first by the Department of Planning and Development and then by Council. The process has...

Sound Solutions in the Historic Council Chamber

Stepping up to a microphone in front of elected officials can be daunting task. Whether the public is speaking out about the need for affordable housing or flooding in our neighborhoods, Providence City Council members need to be available to residents. In our city of neighborhoods, it’s pivotal...

Council President Miller Responds to $8.5 Million State Withholding

Providence, RI – Today, R.I. Superior Court issued a decision in favor of Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) to withhold $8.5 million in state funds to the city. In response, City Council President Rachel Miller released the following statement: “This is a striking decision from the...

Council Makes Appointments to Juvenile Hearing Board, Authorizes Lifespan PILOT Agreement

Council Makes Appointments to Juvenile Hearing Board, Authorizes Lifespan PILOT Agreement Providence, RI – At tonight’s meeting, Providence City Council appointed six new members to the Juvenile Hearing Board: Jaquel D. Scott, Willis Deyior Dunbar, Neyda DeJesus, King’Jarvis Camilo, Kenia...

City Council Offers $2.5 Million in Emergency Funding to PPSD, Awaiting Response

The proposed mid-year funding would prevent threatened cuts to sports programs and bus passes Providence, RI – At a press conference Tuesday, October 29, Providence City Council announced a proposed $2.5 million to Providence Public School District (PPSD) to prevent cuts to all winter and spring...

Council Approves Transformative Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan

Amended plan provides a forward-thinking framework for growth; addresses housing, homelessness, climate, affordability, and design Providence, RI – Tonight, City Council’s Committee on Ordinances approved the Comprehensive Plan, the city’s ten-year roadmap for land use and growth, with a series...

Councilors Introduce Resolution Supporting Conditional Increased Funds for Providence Public Schools

The resolution was referred to the Committee on Finance Providence, RI – At the October 17 City Council meeting, Council President Rachel Miller introduced a resolution in support of new conditional funding for Providence Public School District (PPSD). Last week, Superintendent Dr. Javier Montañez...

Council President Responds to Mayor’s Comp Plan Veto Threat

Providence, RI – Last night, Mayor Brett Smiley threatened to veto the entire Comprehensive Plan if it includes the committee-approved amendment to prohibit new gas station development. In response, Council President Rachel Miller released the following statement: “The Comprehensive Plan guides...

Comprehensive Plan Public Hearing to be Continued on Monday, October 21st

Providence, RI – Tonight, Council Committee on Ordinances voted to continue the public hearing regarding the Comprehensive Plan to: Monday, October 21, 5:30pm Council Chamber, City Hall, Floor 3 Press and the public are invited to attend. During Monday’s hearing, Council President Rachel Miller...

Council Leadership Joins Mayor in Supporting Conditional Increased Funds for Providence Public Schools

Providence, RI – This morning, Mayor Brett Smiley issued a letter to in response to Providence Public Schools District (PPSD) Superintendent Dr. Javier Montañez’s request for additional funds. City Council members are in full support of Mayor Smiley’s conditions for providing more funds, and...

Frequently Asked Questions

We know you have questions about who, what, where, and how to get things done in the city of Providence. So we’ve compiled a list of the most common questions with answers to help our constituents get stuff done! And if you have questions that aren’t on this list, check out the the Mayor’s City Serivces Site online (or dial 311), where you can submit requests, and find out which city department or division can help you.

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Providence Committee on Finance-Tuesday, November 26, 2024-5:30 PM

Providence Recreational Advisory Board-Monday, November 25, 2024-6:00 PM

Full Comprehensive Signing ceremony with remarks from Mayor Brett Smiley, Providence City Council President Rachel Miller, City Plan Commission Chair Michael Gazdacko, WBNA Executive Director Siobhan Callahan, Department of Planning and Development Deputy Director Bob Azar.

Full Comprehensive Plan signing ceremony

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