New Shoreham, RI
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New ShorehamRI averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $1,824,301 +4.4% yr/yr · +55.3% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$24.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$27.9M (FY2023)
Taxes$11.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$23.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$19,684 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202512 housing units ($8.8M)
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Mon Nov 2, 2026
Town Council Meeting
Town Council to hold hearing on affordable rental development at 1197 Connecticut Avenue
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a grant for the purchase of property for affordable rentals. The body will also act on 2027 mobile food permits and various board appointments.
- Public hearing on CDBG grant for affordable rentals at Plat 6, Lot 65, 1197 Connecticut Avenue
- Renewal of 2027 mobile food permits for five applicants
- Proposed lease for Block Island Gourmet, LLC at Plat 4, Lot 68, Dingy Beach/Mosquito Beach
- MOU with Solar Initiative of Block Island for two EV chargers at Town Hall
- Authorization of Albertsons Settlement and RI Opioid Settlement funds documents
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 New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Monday, November 2, 2026
4:00 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
1. Public Comment
2. Consent Agenda:
a. Approval of minutes: October 19, 2026; October 21, 2026 open and closed
b. Receive Correspondence:
i. Assent to the Town of New Shoreham from the Coastal Resources Management for resiliency improvements along Corn Neck Road
ii. Notice of Public Hearing for Interstate Navigation Company Application for Authorization to Incur Debt, Docket No. D-26-82 on November 9, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
3. Discuss and act on Board, Commission and Committees:
a. Reduce the Age-Friendly Task Force from 10 members to 9 members with one alternate member
b. Reduce the Old Harbor Task Force from 9 members to 7 members
c. Appoint Jennifer Phillips to the Age-Friendly Task Fo …
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Recent meetings
Wed Oct 28, 2026
4:00PM - Meeting with School Committee
Town Council to receive update on Block Island School construction
The Town Council will meet with the School Committee and School Building Committee. The discussion focuses on the Stage II Application for school construction, including schematic designs and budget estimates.
- Update on Block Island School construction Stage II Application
- Review of schematic design and probable budget
- Discussion of project challenges, funding formula, and legislative strategy
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 New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Wednesday, October 28 2026
4:00 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham /streams
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
1. Meet with Block Island School Committee and School Building Committee to r eceive update on Block Island School construction Stage II Application from Architectural & Engineering team:
a. Stage I Approval
b. Where We Are Today - Schematic Design
c. Cost Estimating & Probable Budget
d. Schedule & Stage II Next Steps
2. Discuss project challenges and mitigations, funding formula, RIDE and legislative strategy
Individuals requesting interpreter services for the deaf and hard of hearing must call (401) 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date.
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Wed Oct 28, 2026
Zoning Board of Review
Zoning Board to review shoreline alterations and residential permits
The New Shoreham Zoning Board of Review will consider several applications for special use permits and variances. The board is reviewing requests for residential expansions, an accessory dwelling unit, and shoreline alterations to prevent coastal bluff erosion.
- Shoreline alterations to slow coastal bluff erosion at 283 Spring Street and 22 Spring Street
- Variance to demolish and rebuild a single-family dwelling at 331 Spring Street
- Special Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 802 Mohegan Trail
- Special Use Permit for a structure addition in the Coastal Zone at 1199 Coast Guard Road
- Variance for a single-family dwelling addition for the Demos Family Trust (Plat 3, Lot 108)
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 ZONING BOARD OF REVIEW
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
6:00 P.M. at Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
The Town of New Shoreham Zoning Board of Review will be in session for a meeting on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. at the Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI.
THE AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE CHAIRMAN OR UPON MOTION OF ANY MEMBER
Applications:
1. Mitchell Seider and Lisa Beck, Plat 11, Lot 37. Fire #787 Snake Hole Road. Request for a two -year extension of the Zoning Decision dated November 21, 2025. Application for a Special Use Permit under Article 3, Section 306(E) and Article 4, Section 406 for expansion of a single-family dwelling and an accessory residential structure.
2. BI Panther Co, LLC and Jaime Delia. Â Plat 8, Lot 2. Fire # 331 Spring Street. Application for a Variance from Section 113(C)(2) and Section 306 to demolish and rebuild a single-family dwelling.
3. Horan, John Gardner and Rachel. Plat 8, Lot 78. Fire # 283 Spring Street. Application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 314(C)(1) and 415(B)(3) for shoreline alterations to slow erosion of the coastal bluff.
4. Murphy, Philip. Plat 9, Lot 74. Fire # 802 Mohegan Trail. Application for a Special Use Permit Pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 513 to construct an Accessory Dwelling Unit. Â Section 513 (D)(1) allows living square footage up to a maximum of 1500 sq. ft. upon gra …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026
Historic District Commission
Commission to review demolition of Benjamin Rose House and other site applications
The Historic District Commission will review several applications for exterior modifications, new construction, and signage. The body will discuss and act on requests ranging from window replacements to the demolition of a home for a new single-family dwelling.
- Application to demolish the Benjamin Rose House and construct a new single-family dwelling at Plat 6, Lot 2-2, Old Town Road
- Application by Old Harbor Task Force to install stone benches at Water Street and Corn Neck Road
- Application to construct a 10x14 shed at Plat 5, Lot 3, Corn Neck Road
- Application to renovate an existing dwelling at Plat 7, Lot 38, High Street
- Sign application for Block Island Land Trust/Block Island Conservancy at Old Town Road
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 Historic District Commission
Monday, October 26, 2026, 5:00 P.M.
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Block Island, Rhode Island
AGENDA
Call to Order
After presentations by the Applicant, members of the Public will be allowed 2 opportunities to speak on agenda items. Â The Chair will ask if anyone from the Public has questions of the Applicant to understand the project. Â After questions are closed, the Chair will ask if anyone from the Public has comments. Â Members of the Public will have up to 3 minutes per person to comment. Â Comments should be limited to the exterior design of the building and site. Â Comments will not be allowed as to the interior design or use of the project, etc. Â Thank you for participating.
Signs:
1. Â Â Block Island Land Trust /Block Island Conservancy Plat 5, Lot 5-3 & Lot 5-5. Old Town Road. Sign Application Solviken Lot.
Preliminary/Final:
1. Â Â Spier, John. Plat 6, Lot 2-2. Old Town Road. Application by John Spier to demolish the Benjamin Rose House and to construct new single-family dwelling.
2. Â Â Eureka Hotel Inc. , Plat 7, Lot 38, Fire #357 High Street. Application by Seth Draper to renovate an existing dwelling.
3. Â Â Town of New Shoreham , Plat 6, Lot 146, Plat 6, Lot 147, Plat 5, Lot 2, Water Street, Corn Neck Road. Application by Old Harbor Task Force to put in stone benches.
4. Â Â Gobern, Shirlyne , Plat 6, Lot 130-1, Fire #161 Dodge Street. Application by Shirlyne Gobern to re-shingle an …
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Fri Oct 23, 2026
AGENDA - Oct. 23, 2026 - Planning Board Public Notice
Planning Board to review shoreline and coastal zone permit applications
The New Shoreham Planning Board will provide advisory opinions to the Zoning Board of Review regarding two special use permit applications. Both requests involve properties located in coastal areas.
- Shoreline alterations to slow coastal bluff erosion at 22 Spring Street (St. Andrews Church Corp.)
- Construction of an addition in the Coastal Zone at 1199 Coast Guard Road (David K. and Diane F. Boston)
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 New Shoreham Planning Board
Friday, October 23, 2026, 12:15 P.M.
16 Old Town Road, Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
1. St. Andrews Church Corp. Plat 8, Lot 77. Fire # 22 Spring Street. Â Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 314(C)(1) and 415(B)(3) for shoreline alterations to slow erosion of the coastal bluff.
2. Boston, David K. and Diane F. Plat 19, Lot 25. Fire # 1199 Coast Guard Road . Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 113 to construct an addition on a structure that is located in the Coastal Zone.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham
The above virtual viewing option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.
Individuals requesting interpreter services for the deaf and hard of hearing must call 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date.
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Wed Oct 21, 2026
Town Council Meeting
Town Council to discuss affordable housing grant for 1197 Connecticut Avenue
The Town Council will discuss the job performance of the Town Manager and consider a public hearing for a CDBG grant to purchase property for affordable rentals. The body will also act on a memorandum regarding Rural Health Transformation Program Grants.
- Proposed CDBG grant for purchase of Plat 6, Lot 65, 1197 Connecticut Avenue for affordable rentals
- Memorandum of Understanding with Block Island Health Services for Rural Health Transformation Program Grants
- Grant award of $5,000 to Wellness Coordinator Laurel Payne for Island Well
- Vacancies for seven boards and commissions, including the Police Advisory Commission
- Correspondence regarding the paving of Graces Cove Road
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 New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
6:30 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
6:30 p.m.
1. Discuss the job performance of the Town Manager. Pursuant to RI General Laws 42-46-1(a) (1) the meeting may be held in closed session for discussions of the job performance, character, or physical or mental health of a person or persons provided that such person or persons affected shall have been notified in advance in writing and advised that they may require that the discussion be held at an open meeting
7:00 p.m.
2. Public Comment
3. Consent Agenda:
a. Approval of minutes: October 5, 2026 @ 12:30 p.m. & October 5, 2026 @ 6:45 p.m. open and closed
b. Receive Correspondence:
i. The Thomas E. Dwyer Wellness Program grant award to Wellness Coordinator Laurel Payne for $5,000 for Island Well â Wellness Without Walls (Town employee wellness program) …
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Tue Oct 20, 2026
AGENDA - Oct. 20, 2026 - Planning Board Public Notice
Planning Board to review shoreline and coastal zone permit applications
The New Shoreham Planning Board will provide advisory opinions to the Zoning Board of Review regarding two Special Use Permit applications. Both items involve construction or alterations within the coastal zone.
- Shoreline alterations to slow coastal bluff erosion at 22 Spring Street (St. Andrews Church Corp.)
- Addition to a structure in the Coastal Zone at 1199 Coast Guard Road (David K. and Diane F. Boston)
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 New Shoreham Planning Board
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 12:30 P.M.
16 Old Town Road, Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
1. St. Andrews Church Corp. Plat 8, Lot 77. Fire # 22 Spring Street. Â Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 314(C)(1) and 415(B)(3) for shoreline alterations to slow erosion of the coastal bluff.
2. Boston, David K. and Diane F. Plat 19, Lot 25. Fire # 1199 Coast Guard Road . Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 113 to construct an addition on a structure that is located in the Coastal Zone.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham
The above virtual viewing option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.
Individuals requesting interpreter services for the deaf and hard of hearing must call 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date.
TTY: 711 posted 10/16/26 AB
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Mon Oct 19, 2026
3:00pm - Joint Meeting with Sewer and Water Districts
Town Council and Water/Sewer Districts to discuss management agreement fees
The New Shoreham Town Council, Sewer District, and Water District will meet to discuss policy changes and the FY2027 Management Agreement. The body will consider increasing administrative fees and potentially freezing those fees for three years.
- Update on Water Improvement Project
- Request to RI Legislature to increase sewer penalties
- Proposed increase of Administrative Services/Billing/Bookkeeping Fee from $45,000 to $50,000
- Proposal to hold Administrative Service Fees at $50,000 for three years
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 Joint Meeting between New Shoreham Town Council, New Shoreham Sewer District and
New Shoreham Water District
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road, Block Island
Monday, October 19, 2026
3:00 PM
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
1. Discussion of any major policy changes of the Water Commission
a. Update on Water Improvement Project
2. Discussion of any major policy changes of the Sewer Commission
a. Request to the RI Legislature to increase penalties
3. Discussion act on changes to the FY2027 Management Agreement between the Town of New Shoreham, the Water Commission, and the Sewer Commission:
a. Increase of the Administrative Services/Billing/Bookkeeping Fee for Water District and Sewer District from $45,000 to $50,000
b. Consider request of Sewer District Commission and Water District Commission to hold the proposed Administrative Service Fees at $50,000 for a period of three years
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Wed Oct 14, 2026
AGENDA - Oct. 14, 2026 - Planning Board Public Notice
Planning Board to review zoning amendments for manufactured homes and cannabis
The New Shoreham Planning Board will review proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding manufactured homes and cannabis establishments. The board will also provide advisory opinions on three special use permit applications for shoreline and residential construction.
- Zoning Ordinance amendment recommendation regarding Manufactured Homes
- Zoning Ordinance amendment recommendation regarding Cannabis Establishments
- Special Use Permit advisory for shoreline erosion alterations at 22 Spring Street
- Special Use Permit advisory to raze/rebuild accessory structure and add pool at 867 West Side Road
- Special Use Permit advisory for a structure addition in the Coastal Zone at 1199 Coast Guard Road
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 New Shoreham Planning Board
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 4:00 P.M.
16 Old Town Road, Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
1. St. Andrews Church Corp. Plat 8, Lot 77 . Fire # 22 Spring Street. Â Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 314(C)(1) and 415(B)(3) for shoreline alterations to slow erosion of the coastal bluff.
2. Taylor, Alexander and Karan. Plat 15, Lot 30-1. Fire# 867 West Side Road. Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 113(B)(1), 113(B)(4), 306(E) to raze and rebuild the Accessory Residential Structure including Section 513 Accessory Dwelling Unit identified as Building C, minor modification to the existing decks on building B and construct a swimming pool. The lot contains two (2) Single-Family Dwelling Units and three (3) Accessory Residential Structures.
3. Boston, David K. and Diane F. Plat 19, Lot 25. Fire # 1199 Coast Guard Road. Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 113 to construct an addition on a structure that is located in the Coastal Zone.
4. Amendment to Zoning Ordinance . Review and act on amendment to Zoning Ordinance Recommendation to the Town Council including a finding of consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. (Compliance w/ State Law …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026
AGENDA - Oct. 13, 2026 - Planning Board Public Notice
Planning Board to review Comprehensive Plan progress
The Planning Board will meet to review the status of the Comprehensive Plan project provided by Weston & Sampson. The discussion includes community survey results and existing conditions reports.
- Review of Community Survey summary
- Final comments on Community Profile and Existing Conditions Report
- Summary of the first Community Open House/Workshop
- Planning for the second Open House
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 New Shoreham Planning Board
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 12:00 P.M.
16 Old Town Road, Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
1. Comprehensive Plan. Introductions, review status of project from Weston & Sampson.
a. Summary of the Community Survey
b. Community Profile and Existing Conditions Report â Final Comments
c. Summary of 1 st Community Open House/Workshop
d. Pre-planning for Open House #2 Â
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham
The above virtual viewing option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.
Individuals requesting interpreter services for the deaf and hard of hearing must call 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date.
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Tue Oct 13, 2026
4:00pm AGENDA - Oct. 13, 2026 - Planning Board Public Notice
Planning Board to review zoning amendments for cannabis and manufactured homes
The New Shoreham Planning Board will review proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding cannabis establishments and manufactured homes. The board will also provide advisory opinions on three special use permit applications for shoreline and residential construction.
- Zoning Ordinance amendment recommendation regarding Manufactured Homes
- Zoning Ordinance amendment recommendation regarding Cannabis Establishments
- Special Use Permit advisory for shoreline erosion alterations at 22 Spring Street
- Special Use Permit advisory to raze/rebuild an accessory structure and add a pool at 867 West Side Road
- Special Use Permit advisory for a structure addition in the Coastal Zone at 1199 Coast Guard Road
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 New Shoreham Planning Board
Monday, October 14, 2026, 4:00 P.M.
16 Old Town Road, Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
1. St. Andrews Church Corp. Plat 8, Lot 77. Fire # 22 Spring Street . Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 314(C)(1) and 415(B)(3) for shoreline alterations to slow erosion of the coastal bluff.
2. Taylor, Alexander and Karan. Plat 15, Lot 30-1. Fire# 867 West Side Road. Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 113(B)(1), 113(B)(4), 306(E) to raze and rebuild the Accessory Residential Structure including Section 513 Accessory Dwelling Unit identified as Building C, minor modification to the existing decks on building B and construct a swimming pool. The lot contains two (2) Single-Family Dwelling Units and three (3) Accessory Residential Structures.
3. Boston, David K. and Diane F. Plat 19, Lot 25. Fire # 1199 Coast Guard Road. Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 113 to construct an addition on a structure that is located in the Coastal Zone.
4. Amendment to Zoning Ordinance. Review and act on amendment to Zoning Ordinance Recommendation to the Town Council including a finding of consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. (Compliance w/ State Law) Â Â …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026
12:30PM - Town Council Meeting
New Shoreham council meets with Interstate Navigation on tourism, scheduling, July 4th
The New Shoreham Town Council is holding a meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. at Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road. The agenda consists of two discussion items with representatives from Interstate Navigation covering tourism-related issues, scheduling, July 4th planning, infrastructure, and a visitor center. No votes, ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on this agenda; the listed items are discussions only.
- Discussion with Interstate Navigation representatives on tourism-related issues, scheduling, and July 4th planning
- Second discussion with an Interstate Navigation representative on tourism-related issues, infrastructure, and a visitor center
- No ordinances, contracts, fee changes, or public hearings are listed on this agenda
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 New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Monday, October 5, 2026
12:30 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham /streams
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
1. Meet with representatives from Interstate Navigation for discussion of tourism related issues, scheduling, July 4th planning, etc.
2. Meet with representative from Interstate Nav for discussion of tourism related issues, infrastructure, visitor center, etc.
Individuals requesting interpreter services for the deaf and hard of hearing must call (401) 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date.
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Mon Oct 5, 2026
6:30PM - Town Council Meeting
Town Council approves police contract and West Beach Road stormwater bid
The New Shoreham Town Council approved a new contract for the police department and awarded a design bid for stormwater retrofits. The council also updated zoning use categories and requested a state legislative change to increase sewer violation penalties.
- Approved contract with International Brotherhood of Police Officers, Local 720 for July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029
- Awarded $115,000 grant-funded design bid for West Beach Road green infrastructure to Fuss & O'Neill
- Approved amendment to Zoning Appendix B Use Categories Allowed by Zoning District
- Authorized resolution to the General Assembly to increase Sewer District violation penalties from $50 to $10,000
- Appointed Lois Bendokas to the Library Board of Trustees
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New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Monday, October 5, 2026
6:45 p.m.
Present : First Warden Keith Stover, Second Warden Margaret OâNeill, Town Council members Tristan Payne, Mark Emmanuelle and William McCombe. Â Also present were Town Manager Amy Land, via Zoom, Town Attorney Nick Solitro, Town Land Use Attorney Kerin Browning and Town Planner Peter Friedrichs. Â Town Clerk/Director of Administration Millicent Highet was present for the recording of minutes. Â
First Warden Stover called the meeting to order at 6:47 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
1. Discuss and act on negotiations between International Brotherhood of Police Officers, Local 720 (representing members of New Shoreham Police Department) and Town of New Shoreham. This item may be discussed in closed session pursuant to RI General Laws 42-46-5(a) (2) Sessions pertaining to collective bargaining or litigation, or work sessions pertaining to collective bargaining or litigation
Mr. Payne moved to go into closed session at 6:47 p.m. to discuss and act on negotiations between International Brotherhood of Police Officers, Local 720 (representing members of New Shoreham Police Department) and Town of New Shoreham. This item may be discussed in closed session pursuant to RI General Laws 42-46-5(a) (2) Sessions pertaining to collective bargaining or litigation, o …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026
6:30PM - Town Council Meeting
New Shoreham Council to vote on police union contract and two zoning amendments
The New Shoreham Town Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:45 p.m. at Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road. The council is set to act on a contract with International Brotherhood of Police Officers, Local 720, and to hold public hearings on two zoning changes covering adaptive reuse and use categories allowed by zoning district. It will also award a bid for stormwater retrofit design engineering on West Beach Road and consider a resolution asking the General Assembly to raise Sewer District violation penalties.
- Police union contract with International Brotherhood of Police Officers, Local 720 up for approval; negotiations may be discussed in closed session under RI General Laws 42-46-5(a)(2)
- Public hearing on zoning amendments for Adaptive Reuse (Article 1 Section 114; Article 3 Sections 306-313, 319, 322; Article 5 Sections 502, 520; Appendix B)
- Public hearing on amending Zoning Appendix B Use Categories Allowed by Zoning District
- Award bid for design engineering and permitting for West Beach Road green infrastructure stormwater retrofits under the Municipal Resilience Program Grant
- Resolution requesting the General Assembly amend Sewer District enabling legislation to increase penalties for rules violations
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 New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Monday, October 5, 2026
6:45 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
6:45 p.m.
1. Discuss and act on negotiations between International Brotherhood of Police Officers, Local 720 (representing members of New Shoreham Police Department) and Town of New Shoreham. This item may be discussed in closed session pursuant to RI General Laws 42-46-5(a) (2) Sessions pertaining to collective bargaining or litigation, or work sessions pertaining to collective bargaining or litigation
7:00 p.m.
2. Public Comment
3. Consent Agenda:
a. Approval of minutes: September 16, 2026
b. Receive Correspondence:
i. Jen Seebeck re: writing in opposition to the proposed eviction of the Block Island Early Learning Center over the use of the rear portion of the property
ii. Frank DiGregorio of Home Rule Coalit …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026
12:30PM - Town Council Meeting
Town Council discusses ferry tourism and parking with Interstate Navigation
The Town Council met with Interstate Navigation representatives to discuss tourism issues, scheduling, and July 4th planning. Discussions focused on mainland parking solutions and potential ferry rate increases.
- Discussion of mainland summer parking, including suggestions for a shuttle, satellite lot, or parking garage
- Report on refinancing the loan for Motor Vessel Athena
- Discussion of researching a rate increase for the traditional ferry
- Police Chief Deane's proposal to adjust ferry schedules to reduce congestion
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New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Monday, October 5, 2026
12:30 p.m.
Present : First Warden Keith Stover, Second Warden Margaret OâNeill, Town Council members Tristan Payne, Mark Emmanuelle and William McCombe. Â Also present were Town Manager Amy Land, and via Zoom, Town Attorney James Callaghan. Â Town Clerk/Director of Administration Millicent Highet was present for the recording of minutes. Â
First Warden Stover called the meeting to order at 12:30 p.m.
1. Meet with representatives from Interstate Navigation for discussion of tourism related issues, scheduling, July 4th planning, etc.
Interstate Navigation representatives present were Attorney Michael McElroy, Operations Managers Josh Linda and Athena Linda, and Reservation Manager Jeanette Centracio.
First Warden Stover welcomed Interstate Navigation representatives and thanked them for their service, particularly over the last week, with a five-day wind/storm event.
Mr. Stover noted that mainland summer parking is an issue to brainstorm. Â Ms. OâNeill noted that parking is the number one issue for the residents. Â A shuttle and satellite lot were suggested. Â Mr. McCombe proposed keeping an eye on the state lot leases in Point Judith. Â Jeanette Centracio stated that a parking garage may be the answer.
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Mon Sep 28, 2026
Historic District Commission
Historic District Commission to weigh demolition of Benjamin Rose House on Old Town Road
The New Shoreham Historic District Commission will hold preliminary/final hearings on five applications affecting historic properties, including a request to demolish the Benjamin Rose House and build a new single-family dwelling. The commission will also consider porch replacement, a shed/office addition, a deck replacement, and a dwelling renovation. Public comment is limited to exterior design and site matters.
- Demolition of Benjamin Rose House and construction of new single-family dwelling, Plat 6 Lot 2-2, Old Town Road (John Spier)
- In-kind porch replacement at The Narragansett, Plat 5 Lot 69-1, Fire #31 West Side Road (Sky Blue Pink, LLC)
- Shed/storage extension and second-floor home office, Plat 6 Lot 87, Fire #461 Chapel Street (Dwayne Brown)
- Deck replacement with new material, Plat 6 Lot 90-5, Fire #206 Old Harbor Meadow (Augusta Rich)
- Dwelling renovation, Plat 7 Lot 38, Fire #357 High Street (Eureka Hotel Inc.)
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 Historic District Commission
Monday, September 28, 2026, 5:00 P.M.
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Block Island, Rhode Island
AGENDA
Call to Order
After presentations by the Applicant, members of the Public will be allowed 2 opportunities to speak on agenda items. Â The Chair will ask if anyone from the Public has questions of the Applicant to understand the project. Â After questions are closed, the Chair will ask if anyone from the Public has comments. Â Members of the Public will have up to 3 minutes per person to comment. Â Comments should be limited to the exterior design of the building and site. Â Comments will not be allowed as to the interior design or use of the project, etc. Â Thank you for participating.
Preliminary/Final:
1. John Spier. Plat 6, Lot 2-2. Old Town Road. Application by John Spier to demolish the Benjamin Rose House and to construct new single-family dwelling.
2. Sky Blue Pink, LLC. Plat 5, Lot 69-1. Fire #31 West Side Road. The Narragansett is addressing concerns about the in-kind replacement of the porch.
3. D. Brown Property Management, Plat 6, Lot 87, Fire #461 Chapel Street. Application by Dwayne Brown to extend shed/ storage and add an home office to second floor.
4. Rich, Augusta, Plat 6, Lot 90-5, Fire #206 Old Harbor Meadow . Application by Augusta Rich to replace deck with new material.
5. Eureka Hotel Inc., Plat 7, Lot 38, Fire #357 High Street. Application by Seth Draper to …
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Wed Sep 23, 2026
Zoning Board of Review
Zoning Board to hear extension request and variance for two Block Island properties
The New Shoreham Zoning Board of Review will meet to consider two applications: a two-year extension of a prior zoning decision for a dwelling expansion on Snake Hole Road, and a variance to demolish and rebuild a single-family dwelling on Spring Street. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.
- Mitchell Seider and Lisa Beck request two-year extension of zoning decision for expansion of single-family dwelling and accessory structure at Fire #787 Snake Hole Road (Plat 11, Lot 37).
- BI Panther Co, LLC and Jaime Delia apply for variance to demolish and rebuild single-family dwelling at Fire #331 Spring Street (Plat 8, Lot 2).
- Approval of minutes from prior meeting.
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 ZONING BOARD OF REVIEW
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
6:00 P.M. at Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
The Town of New Shoreham Zoning Board of Review will be in session for a meeting on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. at the Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI.
THE AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE CHAIRMAN OR UPON MOTION OF ANY MEMBER
Applications:
1. Mitchell Seider and Lisa Beck, Plat 11, Lot 37 . Fire #787 Snake Hole Road. Request for a two -year extension of the Zoning Decision dated November 21, 2025. Application for a Special Use Permit under Article 3, Section 306(E) and Article 4, Section 406 for expansion of a single-family dwelling and an accessory residential structure.
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2. BI Panther Co, LLC and Jaime Delia. Â Plat 8, Lot 2 . Fire # 331 Spring Street. Application for a Variance from Section 113(C)(2) and Section 306 to demolish and rebuild a single-family dwelling.
Other Business:
1. Approval of Minutes
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: Clerkbase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham /streams
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Wed Sep 16, 2026
Town Council Meeting
Council to weigh zoning amendment, transfer station deal, stormwater bid
The New Shoreham Town Council will discuss and act on a zoning amendment regarding adaptive reuse, consider extending the transfer station operating agreement to November 2029, and vote on awarding a bid for stormwater design work on West Beach Road. The agenda also includes appointments, vacancy announcements, and updates on the radio repeater project and a property tax lawsuit.
- Discuss zoning amendment on adaptive reuse with Town Planner and Land Use Attorney
- Extend agreement with Block Island Recycling Management for Transfer Station to November 2029
- Award bid for Design Engineering and Permitting for West Beach Road Green Infrastructure Stormwater Retrofits
- Appoint Sharon Tavilla as Republican alternate to Board of Canvassers (term exp. 3/2031)
- Receive update on state non-owner-occupied property tax lawsuit
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 New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
7:00 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams
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1. Public Comment
2. Consent Agenda:
a. Approval of minutes: September 1, 2026 open and closed & September 2, 2026
b. Receive Correspondence from New Shoreham Zoning Official to John R. and Kelly A. Leone, Plat 9, Lot 64, 995 Mohegan Trail re: Prohibited use of outdoor storage of commercial rental vehicles for a business licensed at a different location
3. Discuss and act on Board, Commission and Committees:
a. Appoint Sharon Tavilla as the Republican alternate member to the Board of Canvassers with term exp. 3/2031
b. Announce vacancies:
i. Commission on Motor Vehicles for Hire: One (not MVFH licensee) (term exp. 12/2026)
ii. Old Harbor Task Force (term exp. 12/2027) …
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Wed Sep 16, 2026
Town Council Meeting
Town Council to discuss zoning amendments and transfer station agreement
The New Shoreham Town Council will discuss proposed zoning amendments regarding adaptive reuse and act on a recommendation to extend the transfer station agreement with Block Island Recycling Management. The body will also award a bid for stormwater retrofits on West Beach Road.
- Proposed zoning amendments regarding Adaptive Reuse and various zoning districts
- Extension of agreement with Block Island Recycling Management for Transfer Station operation to November 2029
- Awarding of bid for Design Engineering and Permitting for West Beach Road Green Infrastructure Stormwater Retrofits
- Notice to Proceed with CommScope for the radio repeater project
- Appointment of Sharon Tavilla to the Board of Canvassers
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New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
7:00 p.m.
To see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. Â The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
1. Â Â Public Comment
2. Â Â Consent Agenda:
a. Â Â Approval of minutes: September 1, 2026 open and closed & September 2, 2026
b. Â Â Receive Correspondence from New Shoreham Zoning Official to John R. and Kelly A. Leone, Plat 9, Lot 64, 995 Mohegan Trail re: Prohibited use of outdoor storage of commercial rental vehicles for a business licensed at a different location
3. Â Â Discuss and act on Board, Commission and Committees:
a. Â Â Appoint Sharon Tavilla as the Republican alternate member to the Board of Canvassers with term exp. 3/2031
b. Â Â Announce vacancies:
i . Â Â Â Â Â Â Commission on Motor Vehicles for Hire: One (not MVFH licensee) (term exp. 12/2026)
ii. Â Â Â Â Â Old Harbor Task Force (term exp. 12/2027)
iii. Â Â Â Â Police Advisory Commissi …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026
AGENDA - Sep. 14, 2026 - Planning Board Public Notice
Planning Board to review shoreline special permit, subdivision, and zoning amendments
The New Shoreham Planning Board will hold advisory reviews and public hearings on several items, including a shoreline alteration special use permit for St. Andrews Church, a pre-application for a minor subdivision at 32 Dodge Street, and four zoning ordinance amendments. The board will also approve meeting minutes. The agenda is a mix of specific applications and ordinance changes.
- St. Andrews Church Corp., 22 Spring Street: advisory to Zoning Board for special use permit for shoreline alterations to slow coastal bluff erosion
- 32 Dodge Street (Block Island OPCO, LLC): pre-application for minor subdivision (yield 1 new lot) and lot line change, with variance request
- Zoning amendment: Manufactured Homes (definitions and sections 306-322, 506)
- Zoning amendment: Cannabis Establishment (sections 202, 311-313, 427)
- Zoning amendments: Adaptive Reuse and Modifications (sections 114, 705, etc.)
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 New Shoreham Planning Board
Monday, September 14, 2026, 4:00 P.M.
16 Old Town Road, Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
1. St. Andrews Church Corp. Plat 8, Lot 77. Fire # 22 Spring Street . Â Advisory to the Zoning Board of Review for an application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 314(C)(1) and 415(B)(3) for shoreline alterations to slow erosion of the coastal bluff.
2. 32 Dodge Street Block Island OPCO, LLC. Â Plat 6, Lots 138, 141, 142 and 143 . Pre-Application for a Minor Subdivision, Unified Development Review and for a Variance from Article 3, Section 311(C). Proposed two lot subdivision (yield 1 new lot) and administrative subdivision lot line change
3. Amendment to Zoning Ordinance. Review and act on amendment to Zoning Ordinance Recommendation to the Town Council including a finding of consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. (Compliance w/ State Law) Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
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           § 306, 307, 308, 309, 310, 311, 312, 313, 319, 322, 506
4. Amendment to Zoning Ordinance. Review and act on an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. Â Recommendation to the Town Council including a finding of consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. (Town Council)
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Tue Sep 8, 2026
AGENDA - Sep. 8, 2026 - Planning Board Public Notice
Planning Board reviews draft Comprehensive Plan and upcoming public workshop
The New Shoreham Planning Board will introduce and discuss the current status of the Comprehensive Plan, including a community survey, existing conditions report, and the first open house scheduled for September 17 at 4 PM. Robert Collins from Weston & Sampson will lead the review.
- Review of Community Survey results
- Overview of Existing Conditions Report
- First Community Open House/Workshop on September 17 at 4 PM
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 New Shoreham Planning Board
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 12:00 P.M.
16 Old Town Road, Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
1. Â Â Comprehensive Plan. Introductions, review current status of project. Â Robert Collins from Weston & Sampson.
a. Â Â Discuss current status Community Survey
b. Â Â Overview of Community Profile and Existing Conditions Report
c. Â Â Overview of 1 st Community Open House/Workshop â September 17 th at 4pm
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham
The above virtual viewing option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in- person at the physical location listed above.
Individuals requesting interpreter services for the deaf and hard of hearing must call 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date. TTY: 711 posted 9/2/26 JB
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Thu Sep 3, 2026
Historic District Commission
Historic District Commission to weigh demolition of Benjamin Rose House
The Historic District Commission will conduct a site visit at 465 Old Town Road to consider an application by John Spier to demolish the Benjamin Rose House and build a new single-family dwelling. The meeting is a public hearing on this specific proposal.
- Application by John Spier to demolish the Benjamin Rose House and build new single-family dwelling
- Site visit at 465 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI 02807
- Property identified as Plat 6, Lot 2-2
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 Historic District Commission
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 1:00 P.M.
465 Old Town Road
Block Island, Rhode Island
AGENDA
Site Visit:
The Historic District Commission will be conducting a site visit at the following address: 465 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI 02807, regarding the following application:
1. John Spier. Plat 6, Lot 2-2. Old Town Road. Application by John Spier to demolish the Benjamin Rose House and build new single-family dwelling.
To see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams
The above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person, at the physical location listed above.
Individuals requesting interpreter services for the deaf and hard of hearing must call 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date.
TTY: 711 Posted 9/1/26 A.B
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Thu Sep 3, 2026
Zoning Board of Review
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ZONING BOARD OF REVIEW
Special Meeting
Thursday, September 3, 2026
6:00 P.M. at Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
Applications:
1. Taylor, Alexander and Karan. Plat 15, Lot 30-1. Fire# 867 West Side Road. Application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 113(B)(1), 113(B)(4), 306(E) to raze and rebuild the Accessory Residential Structure including a Section 513 Accessory Dwelling Unit identified as Building C, minor modification to the existing decks on building B and to construct a swimming pool. The lot contains two (2) Single-Family Dwelling Units and three (3) Accessory Residential Structures.
2. St. Andrews Church Corp. Plat 8, Lot 77. Fire # 22 Spring Street. Application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 314(C)(1) and 415(B)(3) for shoreline alterations to slow erosion of the coastal bluff.
3. Boston, David K. and Diane F. Plat 19, Lot 25. Fire # 1199 Coast Guard Road. Application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 113 to construct an addition on a structure that is located in the Coastal Zone.
Public Hearings:
1. Demos, The Family Trust, Gregory and Desiree Demos, Trustees. Plat 3, Lot 108. Application for a Variance under Section 306(C) for an addition to a single-family dwelling.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: Clerkbase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
4:00pm Town Council Meeting
Town Council to discuss street lighting with task force and power company
The New Shoreham Town Council is meeting to discuss additional lighting on Old Town Road, Weldon's Way, High Street, and Chapel Street with the Old Harbor Task Force and Block Island Power Company. The agenda contains only this one discussion item, with no other business listed.
- Discussion with Old Harbor Task Force and Block Island Power Company
- Additional lighting on Old Town Road, Weldon's Way, High Street, and Chapel Street
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New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
4:00 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham /streams
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
1. Meet with Old Harbor Task Force and Block Island Power Company representatives to discuss additional lighting on Old Town Road, Weldonâs Way, High Street and Chapel Street
Individuals requesting interpreter services for the deaf and hard of hearing must call (401) 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date.
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
4:00pm Town Council Meeting
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New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
4:00 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham /streams
“The above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official “location” where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.”
1. Meet with Old Harbor Task Force and Block Island Power Company representatives to discuss additional lighting on Old Town Road, Weldon’s Way, High Street and Chapel Street
Individuals requesting interpreter services for the deaf and hard of hearing must call (401) 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date.
TTY: 711. Posted: 8/26/2026 mh
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
Town Council Meeting
Council to weigh Town Manager evaluation tools, zoning changes
The New Shoreham Town Council will discuss job performance appraisal tools for the Town Manager evaluation and set public hearing dates for two zoning amendments. The consent agenda includes waiving town fees for the O'Brien Property affordable housing development and receiving correspondence on sea level rise and a property tax challenge. The council will also consider appointments to multiple boards and commissions, closing a CD and opening a money market account for the Block Island Water Company, and an agreement with Libra Planners for planner services.
- Waiver of Town fees for O'Brien Property affordable housing development
- Set public hearing for zoning amendment to Appendix B Use Categories
- Set public hearing for Adaptive Reuse zoning amendments
- Close CD and open money market account at Washington Trust for Block Island Water Company
- Agreement with Libra Planners for Planner Services July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2028
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New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
6:30 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams
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6:30 p.m.
1. Discuss job performance appraisal tools for the Town Manager evaluation
7:00 p.m.
Town Council Meeting
2. Public Comment
3. Consent Agenda:
a. Approval of minutes: August 19, 2026
b. Act to approve the request of the Block Island Housing Board for the waiver of Town fees regarding the OâBrien Property affordable housing development
c. Receive Correspondence:
i. Chris Warfel regarding adaptions to sea level rise
ii. Jody Brotherhood re: encouraging the Town of join the efforts of RI Superior Court filing in Newport NC-2026-0353 challenging the stateâs non-owner-occupied p …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
Town Council Meeting
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New Shoreham Town Council Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
6:30 p.m.
T o see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams
“The above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official “location” where meeting access is guaranteed. The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.”
6:30 p.m.
1. Discuss job performance appraisal tools for the Town Manager evaluation
7:00 p.m.
Town Council Meeting
2. Public Comment
3. Consent Agenda:
a. Approval of minutes: August 19, 2026
b. Act to approve the request of the Block Island Housing Board for the waiver of Town fees regarding the O’Brien Property affordable housing development
c. Receive Correspondence:
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Wed Aug 26, 2026
Zoning Board of Review
Zoning Board to hear 3 special use permits and 1 variance
The New Shoreham Zoning Board of Review will hold a meeting on August 26, 2026, to consider three special use permit applications and one variance request. The applications involve property alterations on West Side Road, Spring Street, and Coast Guard Road, and a public hearing for a variance on an addition to a dwelling. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.
- Special use permit and variance for razing/rebuilding accessory structure, deck modifications, and pool at 867 West Side Road (Plat 15, Lot 30-1)
- Special use permit for shoreline alterations to slow coastal bluff erosion at 22 Spring Street (Plat 8, Lot 77)
- Special use permit for addition to structure in Coastal Zone at 1199 Coast Guard Road (Plat 19, Lot 25)
- Public hearing for variance for addition to single-family dwelling (Plat 3, Lot 108)
- Approval of minutes
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 ZONING BOARD OF REVIEW
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
6:00 P.M. at Town Hall
Block Island, RI 02807
AGENDA
The Town of New Shoreham Zoning Board of Review will be in session for a meeting on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. at the Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI.
THE AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE CHAIRMAN OR UPON MOTION OF ANY MEMBER
Applications:
1. Taylor, Alexander and Karan. Plat 15, Lot 30-1 . Fire# 867 West Side Road. Application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 113(B)(1), 113(B)(4), 306(E) and for a Variance from 113(B)(1) to raze and rebuild the Accessory Residential Structure identified as Building C, minor modification to the existing decks on building B and to construct a swimming pool. The lot contains two (2) Single-Family Dwelling Units and three (3) Accessory Residential Structures.
2. St. Andrews Church Corp. Plat 8, Lot 77. Fire # 22 Spring Street. Application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Sections 314(C)(1) and 415(B)(3) for shoreline alterations to slow erosion of the coastal bluff.
3. Boston, David K. and Diane F. Plat 19, Lot 25 . Fire # 1199 Coast Guard Road. Application for a Special Use Permit pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 113 to construct an addition on a structure that is located in the Coastal Zone. …
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Mon Aug 24, 2026
Historic District Commission
Historic District Commission to review demolition of Benjamin Rose House
The New Shoreham Historic District Commission will hold a public meeting to review four applications, including a proposal to demolish the Benjamin Rose House on Old Town Road and build a new single-family dwelling. Other items include enclosing generator controls at a sewer pump station, replacing a porch, and adding to a shed/office. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 27 meeting.
- Demolition of Benjamin Rose House and new single-family dwelling, Plat 6, Lot 2-2, Old Town Road
- Enclose generator controls at sewer pump station, Plat 6, Lot 4, Ocean Ave
- In-kind porch replacement at The Narragansett, Plat 5, Lot 69-1, West Side Road
- Extend shed/storage and add office at 461 Chapel Street, Plat 6, Lot 87
- Approval of minutes from July 27, 2026
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 Historic District Commission
Monday, August 24, 2026, 5:00 P.M.
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Block Island, Rhode Island
AGENDA
Call to Order:
After presentations by the Applicant, members of the Public will be allowed 2 opportunities to speak on agenda items. The Chair will ask if anyone from the Public has questions of the Applicant to understand the project. Â After questions are closed, the Chair will ask if anyone from the Public has comments. Members of the Public will have up to 3 minutes per person to comment. Comments should be limited to the exterior design of the building and site. Comments will not be allowed as to the interior design or use of the project, etc. Thank you for participating.
Preliminary/Final:
1. Town of New Shoreham, Plat 6, Lot 4, Ocean Ave. Application by the Town Sewer Commission to enclose generator controls for the pump station.
2. Sky Blue Pink, LLC. Plat 5, Lot 69-1. Fire #31 West Side Road. The Narragansett is addressing concerns about the in-kind replacement of the porch.
3. John Spier. Plat 6, Lot 2-2. Old Town Road. Application by John Spier to demolish the Benjamin Rose House and build new single-family dwelling.
4. D. Brown Property Management, Plat 6, Lot 87, 461 Chapel Street. Application by Dwayne Brown to extend shed/ storage and add office to second floor.
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Wed Aug 19, 2026
Town Council Meeting
Council to consider $300K line of credit for septic loan program
The New Shoreham Town Council will discuss and act on several items, including a resolution to establish a fourth $300,000 line of credit with RIIB for the Community Septic System Loan Program and to increase the maximum loan amount to $40,000. They will also hold a public hearing on a liquor license expansion for Block Island Beach House, discuss job performance appraisal tools for the Town Manager, and receive reports on finances and town operations.
- Public hearing on liquor service area expansion for Block Island Beach House, 32 Dodge Street, Plat 6, Lots 142 & 143, to include abutting Lot 138
- Resolution to establish a fourth $300,000 non-restoring line of credit with RIIB for the Community Septic System Loan Program, increasing max loan to $40,000
- Ratify submission of Rural Community Health Networks Development Grant Application under the Rural Health Transformation Program
- Announce vacancies on multiple boards and commissions, including Police Advisory Commission and School Building Committee
- Discuss job performance appraisal tools for Town Manager evaluation
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 New Shoreham Town Council Meeting and Board of License Commissioners Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
6:30 p.m.
To see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: Clerkbase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â The meeting can be watched on Youtube : www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams Â
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. Â The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
6:30 p.m.
1. Â Â Discuss job performance appraisal tools for the Town Manager evaluation
7:00 p.m.
Board of License Commissioners Meeting
2. Â Â Hold public hearing, discuss and act on application from 32 Dodge Street Block Island OpCo , LLC d/b/a Block Island Beach House, 32 Dodge Street, Plat 6, Lots 142 & 143 for the expansion of liquor service area to include abutting Lot 138
Town Council Meeting
3. Â Â Public Comment
4. Â Â Consent Agenda:
a. Â Â Approval of minutes: August 3, 2026
5. Â Â Discuss and act on Board, Commission and Committees:
a. Â Â Announce vacancies:
i . Â Â Â Â Â Â Commission on Motor Vehicles for Hire: One (not MVFH licensee) (term exp. 12/2026)
ii. Â Â Â Â Â Old Harbor Task Force (term exp. 12/2027)
iii. Â Â Â Â Police Advisory Commission (t …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026
Town Council Meeting
Council to consider $300K RIIB line of credit for septic loans
The New Shoreham Town Council will discuss and act on several items, including a resolution to establish a fourth $300,000 non-restoring line of credit with RIIB to support the Community Septic System Loan Program and increase the maximum loan amount to $40,000. They will also hold a public hearing on a liquor license expansion for Block Island Beach House, discuss job performance appraisal tools for the Town Manager, and receive financial and town manager reports. The agenda includes routine items such as consent agenda approval and announcements of vacancies on various boards and commissions.
- Public hearing on liquor service area expansion for Block Island Beach House, 32 Dodge Street, Plat 6, Lots 142 & 143, to include abutting Lot 138
- Resolution to establish a fourth $300,000 non-restoring line of credit with RIIB for the Community Septic System Loan Program, increasing max loan to $40,000
- Ratification of Rural Community Health Networks Development Grant Application under the Rural Health Transformation Program
- Discussion of job performance appraisal tools for Town Manager evaluation
- Announcement of vacancies on multiple boards and commissions
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New Shoreham Town Council Meeting and Board of License Commissioners Meeting
Town Hall, 16 Old Town Road
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
6:30 p.m.
To see supporting documents for this agenda, go to: ClerkBase https://clerkshq.com/NewShoreham-RI Â
The meeting can be watched on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Town-NewShoreham/streams Â
âThe above virtual access option is being provided only as a convenience and is not an official âlocationâ where meeting access is guaranteed. Â The only way to guarantee complete access to the meeting is to attend physically, in-person at the physical location listed above.â
6:30 p.m.
1. Discuss job performance appraisal tools for the Town Manager evaluation
7:00 p.m.
Board of License Commissioners Meeting
2. Hold public hearing, discuss and act on application from 32 Dodge Street Block Island OpCo, LLC d/b/a Block Island Beach House, 32 Dodge Street, Plat 6, Lots 142 & 143 for the expansion of liquor service area to include abutting Lot 138
Town Council Meeting
3. Public Comment
4. Consent Agenda:
a. Approval of minutes: August 3, 2026
5. Discuss and act on Board, Commission and Committees:
a. Announce vacancies:
i. Commission on Motor Vehicles for Hire: One (not MVFH license …
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Revenue$24.7M
Spending$27.9M
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