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One Year: Council Progress and Updates
Supporting Federal Workers After the Shutdown The Town Council also approved a resolution to support federal employees affected by the recent shutdown. If you are a federal worker who went unpaid, your second-quarter taxes due December 7th can be delayed by 60 days, with no penalties and no interest. It’s a small but meaningful…
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September 2025
Municipal Court Update At a recent Council meeting, the Municipal Court Judge job posting was officially approved. Council also discussed the interview and selection process for this important role, and the posting has now been published. The establishment of a Municipal Court was first approved by voters in 2022 and formally enacted by the Town…
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Summer 2025
BudgetCheck out my recent Letter to the Editor in The Westerly Sun for details on the upcoming referendum regarding the revised town budget! Hazard Mitigation Plan & Comprehensive Community Plan ReportsThe Town Council recently received important updates to two key planning documents: the Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Comprehensive Community Plan. These updates help guide…
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Municipal Budget FY 25/26
Richmond’s budget process began earlier this year with a thorough review by the Finance Board of the town administrator’s and finance director’s proposed budget. Once the board approved the draft, it moved to the Town Council, where we held multiple workshops to discuss and fine-tune the details. The result? A proposed budget that holds the…
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Winter 2025 Update
First update since the November election. I’m excited to say the new council is off to a smooth and efficient start! Council set a list of top priorities/council term goals which are: This list does not include all our initiatives. Council was asked to submit 3-5 top priorities and this list are common broad goals…
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Fall 2024 Councilor Update
Council has spent the last several meetings wrapping up old business before we change seats with the incoming council. The swearing in ceremony is scheduled for December 3rd at 6:00. The existing council will give final statements and finalize minutes then the new council will be seated. I look forward to renewing my commitment to…
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Safety & Tax Bill
Washington County Fair I’m excited for the upcoming Fair! Many residents had concerns with safety surrounding the fair. Last year’s road closure was a one off issue caused by a rainy day and a busier day after. However, they have made changes this year to improve. They worked in collaboration with our police, fire and…
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Municipal Court
Municipal Courts have proven themselves to be successful in surrounding towns such as Hopkinton and Charlestown. In 2018, the Council discussed starting a municipal court for police/traffic matters only. That council decided it was not the best time. In 2022, Town Planner, Shaun Lacey, suggested establishing a municipal court for building/zoning matters. That Council decided…
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Personnel & New Solicitor
Personnel The Town Council moved forward with hiring Attorney Chris Zangari as our new Solicitor. His prior zoning and solicitor experience allowed him to hit the ground running! There have been other staffing changes as well. Last year, there was a lot of discussion and complaints about the hiring/firing procedure from my colleague. I initiated…
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Legal, Employees and Open Government
Solicitor Interviews The Town Council held solicitor interviews earlier this month. We had two applicants. Whoever is not selected will remain confidential and whoever is hired will be public. Much like employee hiring. The Town Council is holding a special meeting on January 30th at 6:30, after our ethics training to further discuss these candidates…
