The Providence City Council serves as a link between the citizens of Providence and their municipal government. Councilors help constituents by connecting them to resources, services, and City departments. They serve as advocates for all Providence residents.
Meet Your Council
There are 15 diverse wards in the city. Learn more about the wards and the 15 Council members who represent each one.
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Find out when the Council are holding events and community meetings in your neighborhood so you can stay involved!
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Ward 1
Ward 1 includes Fox Point, portions of the College Hill and Wayland neighborhoods and much of downtown. The Providence River (site of the WaterFire Festival) runs through this ward. India Point Park, also in the ward sits on the shore of Narragansett Bay and features beautiful green spaces perfect for picnics, music festivals, and the July 4th fireworks.
Councilman Seth Yurdin
Councilman Seth Yurdin has represented Ward 1 since January 2006. His ward spans Fox Point, Downtown, and parts of the Wayland and College Hill neighborhoods. During the 2011-2015 Council term, Yurdin was the Majority Leader. Currently he serves on the Committee for State and Legislative Affairs.
Upcoming Event
Ward 4 Monthly Meeting
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City Hall Meetings
The City of Providence Open Meetings portal provides access to the monthly meetings calendar as well as access to previous meeting minutes and recordings. Register to receive automatic notifications about all meetings at City Hall.
Go to the portalGet Involved
It's your right and obligation to participate the in governance of your city. Whether it's registering to vote, attending a community event sponsored by a Council member, or proposing a resolution. You can be engaged, learn how here.
9 ways to participateHow Can We Help?
Do you have general questions, concerns, or feedback for the Council or Council Staff? Great! Leave it here. To connect directly with a Council member, use the contact form on their ward page.
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Learn about the different departments and their functions with the city government. Plus find contact information and a link to their respective department pages on the City of Providence site.
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