by Council Staff | Apr 21, 2022 | Ward-10
“Today’s decision from the RI Energy Facility Sitting Board is a victory for the people of Ward 10, and the community of South Providence. The proposed expansion clearly poses a substantial risk both to the environment, and public safety in general. I am grateful for the Board’s diligence and careful consideration in this most important matter and look forward to the review process, and public input. I remain dedicated to bringing commerce, in the form of clean, renewable energy to ProvPort, but I will not compromise the well-being of my community.”
by Council Staff | Apr 15, 2022 | Add Council Logo, Ward-7
“I commend federal prosecutors and law enforcement for successfully bringing Nicholas Scaglione of Cranston to justice. Scaglione admitted to his role in burning a Providence Police car during riots nearly two years ago. There are peaceful ways to protest, but this man’s actions were deplorable to the people of Providence and an affront to the men and women in our police department who keep our streets safe. Torching a police car contributed to a horrific night of violence and looting in the city. This type of behavior will not be tolerated in our city.”
by Council Staff | Apr 15, 2022 | Add Council Logo, Press Release, Ward-14
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Councilor David Salvatore (Ward 14) is asking residents with security systems to closely monitor the mail, after a staffing shortage and technical issue halted the release of February’s annual registration forms. After hearing from constituents, Councilor Salvatore learned that the issues generated $100 late fees for some residents.
Each year, residents with security alarms are asked to pay $10 to have their systems registered with the Providence Police Department. Failure to do so results in a $100 fine.
If you received a fine from the City of Providence, but not a renewal request, you can file an appeal here. When prompted for a reason, enter “renewal notice received at the same time as the late fine.”
All fees related to late renewal notices will be waived immediately. For additional resources or help, call 401-680-5582.
“It’s vital for residents to check in with the elderly or vulnerable to make sure they can resolve this issue in a timely manner. We also want to make sure no one is being asked to pay a fine for something out of their control,” said Councilor Salvatore, “I will also be reviewing the Ordinance regarding alarm registration and enforcement to see if these seemingly excessive fees are truly the best way to ensure alarms are being used responsibly.”
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by Council Staff | Apr 14, 2022 | Add Council Logo, Press Release
April 14, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
Contact:
Parker Gavigan, Director of Communications
pgavigan@providenceri.gov
City Council Approves Final Ward Boundary Map
Redistricting has concluded
Providence, RI – At tonight’s special City Council meeting, councilors, by a vote of 12 to 2, approved a final map of the city’s 15 wards, which will now be sent to the Board of Canvassers for the 2022 election cycle. The vote concludes a lengthy three-and half-month redistricting process in the city that included five (5) public meetings in different neighborhoods, significant written testimony, and a public meeting in the council chamber.
“This was a community-driven effort. Thank you to my council colleagues, staff, and the Ward Boundaries Committee for your tireless work on this once-in-a-decade responsibility,” said Council President John Igliozzi.
Every 10 years, Providence’s 15 wards are redistricted using criteria outlined in the Home Rule Charter and based on the latest U.S. Census data, which showed the city’s population grew by 12,892 people to 190,934. A five-member committee of Providence residents, appointed by the City Council and chaired by resident Jessica Cigna, began meeting in early January to hear directly from city residents. The committee produced a detailed report and referred those recommendations to the council for final approval. The committee and council were guided by Election Data Services, Inc., a hired consultant for redistricting purposes.
A copy of the Council’s report and map can be found here https://council.providenceri.gov/ward-boundaries/.
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by Council Staff | Apr 11, 2022 | Add Council Logo, Press Release
April 11, 2022
PRESS RELEASE
Contact:
Parker Gavigan, Director of Communications
pgavigan@providenceri.gov
City Council Votes to Approve Ward Boundary Map
A second and final vote is expected later this week
Providence, RI – At tonight’s special City Council meeting, councilors, by a vote of 11 to 1, approved a map of the city’s 15 wards. This action moves the three-and half-month redistricting process toward a second and final vote later in the week. The completed map represents a community-driven effort, including five (5) public meetings in various neighborhoods, significant written testimony, and a public meeting in the council chamber at city hall.
Every 10 years, Providence’s 15 wards are redistricted using criteria outlined in the Home Rule Charter and based on the latest U.S. Census data. For example, 2020 Census data showed the city’s population grew by 12,892 people to 190,934. A five-member committee of Providence residents, appointed by the City Council and chaired by Jessica Cigna, began meeting in early January to hear directly from city residents. The committee produced a detailed report and referred those recommendations to the council for final approval. The committee and council were guided by Election Data Services, Inc., a hired consultant for redistricting purposes.
“This is a historical process in Providence city government, a once in a decade task that falls directly on all our shoulders,” said Council President John Igliozzi (Ward 7). “I want to take this opportunity to thank my council colleagues and staff, commend the ward boundaries committee for their incredibly hard work, and let city residents know just how important their input was over these many months. Your voices mattered. The map you see tonight is the result of true collaboration, everyone coming together for the common good of our unique neighborhoods.”
A copy of the Council’s report and map can be found here https://council.providenceri.gov/ward-boundaries/
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