North Kingstown public meetings in 2024
39 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Town Council will conduct a joint pre-budget consultation with the School Committee and discuss legislative priorities for 2025. The body will also consider several contracts and a wide range of board and commission appointments.
- Municipal curbside recycling contract with Waste Management of Rhode Island, Inc. for $500,851.00
- Fire Department rescue billing contract with Comstar, LLC at 4.5% of incoming revenue
- Proposed stop sign amendments for Bayberry Drive, Wysteria Court, and Peachtree Road
- Award of bid for renovation to the Municipal Office Building
- Request for legislative amendment to RIGL Title 44 regarding property tax exemptions
Planning Commission -
The Planning Commission will decide on a preliminary plan for a major land development comprehensive permit for The Edge Apartments, a 56-unit low- and moderate-income housing project on Devils Foot Road. They will also hold public hearings on a digital menu board installation at the Dunkin' at 1241 Ten Rod Road, and consider a waiver request for the North Kingstown Food Pantry's minor land development project. A cost estimate for Post Road Apartments is also on the agenda.
- Decision on preliminary plan for The Edge Apartments, a 56-unit affordable housing development on Devils Foot Road
- Public hearing for a digital menu board sign at 1241 Ten Rod Road (Dunkin') in General Business zone and Groundwater Wellhead overlay district
- Cost estimate for Post Road Apartments construction
- Waiver request for minor land development application by North Kingstown Food Pantry at 445 School Street
Town Council 12/02/2024
The Town Council will administer oaths of office to the Town Council and School Committee elect. The body will elect its President and President Pro-Tem and vote on several municipal appointments.
- Administration of Oath of Office to Town Council and School Committee elect
- Election of Town Council President and President Pro-Tem
- Appointment of Municipal Court Clerk/Magistrate and Municipal Court Judge to December 7, 2026
- Appointment of Town Sergeant to December 7, 2026
- Appointment of Town Solicitor, Town Solicitor for Labor Relations, and Bond Counsel
Planning Commission -
The North Kingstown Planning Commission will decide on a unified development review for a DPW municipal office addition at 100 Fairway Drive, consider a surety reduction for Reynolds Farm Phase 1D, and discuss proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Land Development/Subdivision Regulations to align with new state laws. The commission may make recommendations to the Town Council and set a public hearing for the regulation amendments.
- Unified development review decision for DPW municipal office addition at 100 Fairway Drive (Assessor's Plat 88 Lot 21, zoned Public)
- Surety reduction for Reynolds Farm Phase 1D
- Discussion and recommendations for Zoning Ordinance amendments to implement new state laws
- Discussion and potential public hearing for Land Development/Subdivision Regulation amendments
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on license renewals and a trail naming, then consider consent agenda items including a federal fire grant, two Yorktown Park construction contracts totaling $762,517.00 funded by ARPA, and final bond reductions. Special business includes an analysis of tax exemptions, and new business covers a whistleblower policy, a PILOT agreement amendment, and a right of first refusal on 55 Brown Street.
- Public hearing on 2024-2025 alcoholic beverage, victualling, dance, entertainment, billiard, amusement, and jukebox license renewals
- Request to name the cross-country path at Ryan Park as the 'Paul Tetreault Trail'
- Authorization of $408,593.30 for specialized playground equipment and surfacing at Yorktown Park (ARPA-funded)
- Award of $353,924.70 general site construction contract for Yorktown Park (ARPA-funded)
- Right of first refusal to purchase 55 Brown Street
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a comprehensive permit for The Edge Apartments, a 56-unit affordable housing development on Devils Foot Road, and on a minor modification to Sanctuary Estates for an offsite affordable unit at 620 Dry Bridge Road. They will also conduct public hearings for a municipal office building addition at 100 Fairway Drive. Additionally, the commission will consider a construction cost estimate modification for Sanctuary Estates and surety releases for Dusty Hollow, Reynolds Farm 1D, and Tide Mill South.
- Public hearing: Preliminary Plan for The Edge Apartments, a major land development comprehensive permit for two 28-unit apartment buildings on Devils Foot Road (Plat 181 Lots 13 & 28, Plat 147 Lot 37).
- Discussion/Decision: Minor modification to Sanctuary Estates final plan for a third affordable unit offsite at 620 Dry Bridge Road (Plat 79 Lot 37).
- Public hearing: Unified development review for municipal office building addition at 100 Fairway Drive (Public zone).
- Construction cost estimate modification for Sanctuary Estates.
- Surety release for Dusty Hollow and Reynolds Farm 1D, and surety reduction for Tide Mill South.
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on annual license renewals (alcohol, victualling, entertainment, etc.) and a second reading to add stop signs at two intersections. The consent agenda includes a $100,000 road striping contract, a supplemental appropriation to the school budget, and several license approvals. New business items include adopting budget policies for FY2025/2026, reaffirming the fund balance policy, amending the debt policy, approving a revised lease with the North Kingstown Food Pantry, and naming a cross-country path at Ryan Park.
- Second reading to add stop signs at Harrison Street/North Quidnessett Road and Hamilton Allenton Road/Featherbed Lane
- Award of contract to K5 Corporation for regional road striping, $100,000
- Resolution authorizing a supplemental appropriation to the FY2024/2025 school fund operating budget
- Adoption of budget policies and procedures for FY2025/2026
- Revised lease between the town and the North Kingstown Food Pantry
Planning Commission -
The Planning Commission will decide on a combined master and preliminary plan for NKGM 1 Solar, a major solar project located off Firwood, Maplewood, and Elmwood Drives in a Light Industrial zone. The meeting also includes a waiver request for a storage addition at Rolling Greens Golf Course and a discussion on modifying Sanctuary Estates subdivision to allow an offsite affordable unit. Approval of previous meeting minutes and a surety reduction for Reynolds Farm 1D are also on the agenda.
- Decision on NKGM 1 Solar: combined master and preliminary plan for a major solar development at Plat 153 Lot 2 and Plat 154 Lot 5, zoned Light Industrial
- Waiver request by Mark Hawkins for development plan review of a storage addition at 1 Quiapen Lane (Rolling Greens Golf Course)
- Discussion/decision on minor modification to Sanctuary Estates subdivision to add a third affordable unit offsite at 620 Dry Bridge Road
- Surety reduction request for Reynolds Farm 1D
Town Council 10/07/2024 -Partial recording due to technical difficulties
The North Kingstown Town Council will hold an executive session to discuss real estate related to RIDOT surplus land. The regular meeting includes a consent agenda with a $21,121.91 change order for the Wickford Waterfront Project, $30,645 in emergency well repairs, alcohol licenses for VFW events, and a new victualling license for Wickford Cheese and Sundry. Public hearings will be held on second readings of fee schedule amendments for Allen Harbor and the Golf Course. Old business includes discussion of a whistleblower ordinance and policy.
- Executive session for real estate discussion (RIDOT surplus land) under RIGL 42-46-4/5
- Change Order #3 for $21,121.91 for Wickford Waterfront Project concrete wall footing redesign
- Emergency repairs of $30,645 for Well #1 (Department of Water Supply)
- Public hearings on second readings of recreation fee schedule amendments for Allen Harbor and Golf Course
- Discussion on next steps for a Whistleblower Ordinance/Policy
Planning Commission -
The Planning Commission will consider a minor preliminary plan modification for Post Road Apartments, a 77-unit major land development off Post Road. They will also review a waiver request for a minor land development project at 100 Fairway Drive. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August 6, 2024.
- Minor Preliminary Plan Modification for 77-unit Post Road Apartments on AP 136 Lot 9 and 21, zoned PR
- Waiver Request for Preliminary and Final Checklist Requirements for a minor land development at 100 Fairway Drive, zoned P
- Review of August 6, 2024 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will vote on the Town Manager's appointment of the Water Supply Director and consider a Stage 2 school construction application to RIDE. Other major items include awarding contracts for the Saunderstown water main replacement ($625,039), fire hydrant replacement ($84,000), and Well No. 3R construction ($219,288). The council will also discuss an executive session on the PFAS lawsuit and sale of property on Devils Foot Road.
- Advise and consent on appointment of Water Supply Director Alan Austin
- Approval of Stage 2 school construction application to RIDE
- Award of bid for Saunderstown Village Water Main Replacement: $625,039 to New England Building & Bridge Co.
- Supplemental appropriations for FY2024/2025 Library and School Fund budgets
- First reading of amendments to Recreation Department fee schedules for Allen Harbor and Golf Course
Planning Commission -
The Planning Commission will decide on two electric vehicle charging station applications by Volta Charging at 90 Frenchtown Road and 1300 Ten Rod Road, and hold a public hearing for the NKGM 1 Solar major land development project near Firwood, Maplewood, and Elmwood Drives. They will also consider a request to withdraw a Verizon wireless tower application at 772 Fletcher Road and an extension request for Schooner Landing on Post Road.
- Final plan extension request for Schooner Landing on Post Road
- Decision on Volta Charging EV stations at 90 Frenchtown Road (Plat 177 Lot 21) with dimensional variances and special use permit
- Decision on Volta Charging EV stations at 1300 Ten Rod Road (Plat 101 Lot 18) with dimensional variances and special use permit
- Request to withdraw Verizon Wireless tower application at 772 Fletcher Road (AP 84 Lot 002)
- Public hearing for NKGM 1 Solar major land development project near Firwood, Maplewood, and Elmwood Drives
Planning Commission -
The Planning Commission will make decisions on several development items, including a continued review of Hollow Ridge Vineyards (a major land development with zoning variances) at 2845 Tower Hill Road. It will also consider surety reductions for Reynolds Farm phases and unified development reviews for two Volta Charging electric vehicle stations at 90 Frenchtown Road and 1300 Ten Rod Road. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes.
- Decision on zoning variance and special use permit for Hollow Ridge Vineyards (2845 Tower Hill Road, Very Low Density Residential zone, Scenic Overlay District), continued from August 6
- Decision on combined master and preliminary plan for Hollow Ridge Vineyards
- Surety reduction for Reynolds Farm Phase 2B, 2C, and cost estimate reduction for Phase 2E
- Unified development review for two Volta Charging EV stations: 90 Frenchtown Road (Post Road zone, Groundwater Wellhead overlay) and 1300 Ten Rod Road (General Business zone, Groundwater Recharge overlay)
Planning Commission -
The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings for Joule Vineyards & Winery LLC's major land development project, Hollow Ridge Vineyards, at 2845 Tower Hill Road. The first hearing addresses zoning variance and special use permit applications; the second is a unified development review for the combined master and preliminary plan. The commission will also discuss 2024 state legislation and progress on drafting amendments to the zoning ordinance and land development regulations.
- Public hearing for zoning variance and special use permit for Hollow Ridge Vineyards (2845 Tower Hill Road, Very Low Density Residential, Scenic Overlay District)
- Public hearing for combined master and preliminary plan for Hollow Ridge Vineyards
- Update on 2024 state legislation affecting zoning and development
- Discussion of draft amendments to the North Kingstown Zoning Ordinance and Land Development Regulations
- Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings on several second-reading ordinances, including a $60 million bond to finance a new police station and fire station. Other items include amendments to competitive bidding rules and no-parking restrictions on Roosevelt Avenue, a $189,124 grant for the LEARN365RI program, and multiple contract awards. The meeting also features an executive session on collective bargaining with the Laborers' Union Local 1033.
- Second reading of ordinance authorizing up to $60,000,000 in bonds for new police and fire stations
- Second reading of amendment to competitive bidding ordinance (Section 2-1)
- Second reading of no-parking amendment for Roosevelt Avenue
- Presentation and acceptance of $189,124.06 LEARN365RI grant from RIDE
- Award of $23,094.38 contract for public safety network switch replacement
Planning Commission -
The Planning Commission will make a decision on a zoning variance and preliminary land development application for the 77-unit Post Road Apartments project, continued from previous meetings. They will also review a construction cost estimate for Sanctuary Estates and consider a continuance request for a public hearing on the NKGM 1 Solar project. Approval of minutes from May 21 and June 4, 2024, is also on the agenda.
- Decision on Unified Development Review for Post Road Apartments (77 units off Post Road, AP 136 Lot 9 and 21)
- Construction cost estimate review for Sanctuary Estates
- Public hearing continuance request for NKGM 1 Solar project (off Firwood Drive, Maplewood Drive, Elmwood Drive, Light Industrial zone)
- Approval of minutes from May 21 and June 4, 2024
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings on two new liquor licenses and second readings of ordinances, including a $60 million bond for new police and fire stations. The consent agenda includes numerous routine items such as contract approvals, donations, and equipment purchases. New business includes CRMC applications for docks and moorings, and proposed ballot questions for the November election.
- Public hearing on $60M bond for new police station and fire station (second reading)
- Public hearing on new Class B-Full liquor license for Caffe Milano, 4001 Quaker Lane
- Public hearing on new Class B-Limited liquor license for Rhody Slice, 7415 Post Road
- Second reading of amendment to competitive bidding ordinance (Section 2-1)
- Second reading of no parking ordinance on Roosevelt Avenue
Town Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Good Energy Draft Community Aggregation Plan for electricity. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance to authorize up to $60,000,000 in bonds for public safety projects.
- First reading of an ordinance to finance new police and fire stations with up to $60,000,000 in bonds
- Public hearing on the Good Energy Draft Community Aggregation Plan
- Sole source contract for Water Department well replacement totaling $385,710.00
- Purchase of two Ford F250 pickup trucks for $115,190.00
- Potential acquisition of real property at 55 Brown Street
Planning Commission -
The Planning Commission will vote on the final plan for an 88-unit development at 50 South County Trail. The commission will also hold public hearings regarding zoning variances and land development plans for Post Road Apartments.
- Final plan decision: Pinewood Village, LLC (88 units at 50 South County Trail)
- Public hearing: Zoning variance application for Post Road Apartments (77 units off Post Road)
- Public hearing: Preliminary land development review for Post Road Apartments
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to mobile food establishment permit restrictions and a seasonal expansion for West Passage Brewing Company, then vote on a consent agenda covering contracts, licenses, and appropriations. The council will also discuss the police union collective bargaining agreement, a fund balance policy for the Water Department, and a request to raise the Pride flag at Town Hall.
- Second reading of amendments to Chapter 9 restricting mobile food establishment permits and permit numbers
- Seasonal expansion of premises for West Passage Brewing Company at 7835 Post Road
- Sewer assessment abatement of $300,424.78
- Sole source purchase of portable radio equipment for $22,564.38 from Motorola Solutions
- Bid award for demolition of two buildings at Signal Rock Park to Bilray Corporation for $28,800.00
Planning Commission Part 1
The North Kingstown Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning variance and preliminary land development plan for the 77-unit Post Road Apartments, and discuss pre-applications for a 56-unit apartment complex at 165 Namcook and a McDonald's restaurant at 6975 Post Road. The commission will also discuss the Hazard Mitigation Plan update.
- Public hearing: zoning variance for Post Road Apartments, 77 units, AP 136 Lots 9 & 21
- Public hearing: preliminary plan for Post Road Apartments, 77 units, AP 136 Lots 9 & 21
- Pre-application: 56-unit apartment development at 165 Namcook and 690 Devils Foot Roads
- Pre-application: McDonald's fast food restaurant with drive-thru at 6975 Post Road
- Discussion: Hazard Mitigation Plan update
Planning Commission Part 2
The North Kingstown Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the Post Road Apartments, a 77-unit development, and discuss a McDonald's restaurant proposal, a 56-unit apartment complex, and a hazard mitigation plan update.
- Public hearing on zoning variance for Post Road Apartments, 77 units at AP 136 Lots 9 & 21
- Public hearing on preliminary plan for Post Road Apartments
- Pre-application discussion for 56-unit apartment development at 165 Namcook and 690 Devils Foot Roads
- Pre-application discussion for McDonald's restaurant with drive-thru at 6975 Post Road
- Discussion on Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider a consent agenda with routine items, including a $2.58 million construction bid for the Wickford Waterfront Improvements Project and a $374,500 contract amendment for its oversight. The council will also discuss the Public Safety Complex Project and consider several license applications and appointments.
- Award of bid to New England Building & Bridge Co., Inc. for Wickford Waterfront Improvements Project - $2,582,282.50
- Amendment to contract with Beta Group, Inc. for construction oversight of Wickford Waterfront Project - $374,500.00
- Appropriation of $268,000.00 from Avigation Easement proceeds to Town Reserve Fund
- Public hearing on new Class C alcoholic beverage license for Buttercup The Flower Truck, LLC, 4 Brown Street
- CRMC applications for residential piers at 369 and 353 Earle Drive
Planning Commission
The North Kingstown Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several development items, including a continuance request for a Verizon Wireless telecommunications tower at 772 Fletcher Road, a waiver request for Pokemoto at 20 Frenchtown Road, and a public hearing for a minor subdivision at Juniper Hill Phase V. The commission will also review surety reductions and construction guarantees, and approve minutes from previous meetings.
- Continuance request for Verizon Wireless tower at 772 Fletcher Road (AP 84 Lot 002)
- Development plan review waiver for Pokemoto at 20 Frenchtown Road (Hunt River Plaza)
- Public hearing for Juniper Hill Phase V minor 2-lot subdivision at 80 Sassafras Road
- Surety reduction for Reynolds Farm 2D (third reduction)
- Status of construction guarantees as of April 2024
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council will discuss and potentially adopt the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget, and consider a resolution to the General Assembly for a bond act to finance school projects. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Youth Commission on using LEARN365RI grant funds, and a proposal to accept a donation from Ocean State Job Lot for land along Wickford Harbor. Most other items are routine consent agenda matters, including approvals of minutes, donations, licenses, and bids.
- Discussion/Adoption of FY2024/2025 Budget
- Resolution to General Assembly for school project bond act
- Sole source purchase of Holmatro Extrication Tool for Fire Department - $94,969.26
- Bid award for Golf Course Clubhouse roof replacement - $125,478.00
- Bid award for Water Department backhoe loader - $153,000.00
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council is holding public hearings on its preliminary adopted budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The hearings cover all municipal funds except the school fund at 6:30 PM, and the school fund at 7:00 PM. Residents are invited to speak on the proposed budget.
- Public hearing on preliminary FY2024-2025 budget (all funds except school) at 6:30 PM
- Public hearing on school fund budget at 7:00 PM
Planning Commission -
The North Kingstown Planning Commission will consider a request to waive development plan review for Seven Moon Take Out Restaurant at Kingstown Plaza, an extension for Phase II of Langford Estates, and a surety release for Reynolds Farm Phase 2A. The commission will also continue discussions on zoning and subdivision regulation amendments to implement new state laws, with recommendations to the Town Council and a public hearing.
- Waiver request for Seven Moon Take Out Restaurant, Unit #10, Kingstown Plaza, 6657 Post Road (Zoned PR)
- Extension request for Phase II of Langford Estates, Plat 136 Lot 30, off Driftwood Lane
- Surety reduction (final bond release) for Reynolds Farm Phase 2A
- Discussion and recommendations on NK Zoning Ordinance and Land Development/Subdivision Regulation amendments for new state laws
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council will consider the Town Manager's appointment of a Police Chief and vote on several consent agenda items, including bids for police SUVs and fire equipment. A public hearing will be held on a new liquor and entertainment license for Barrique Wine Bar. The agenda also includes routine items like donations, licenses, and board appointments.
- Advise and consent on Town Manager's appointment of Police Chief
- Award bid for four 2024 Dodge Durango police SUVs ($164,138) and upfitting ($70,190) from ARPA funds
- Award bid for fire department trench coats/raincoats from Stillman Uniforms ($19,270)
- Public hearing for Class B-Full liquor and entertainment license for Barrique Wine Bar, 7610 Post Road
- Resolution supporting $20M for Port of Davisville in Governor's budget
Planning Commission -
The North Kingstown Planning Commission will decide on a 14-lot subdivision at 309 North Quidnessett Road and review a proposal to convert 1175 Tower Hill Road into a food store with four apartments. They will also discuss zoning ordinance amendments and a hazard mitigation committee representative.
- Decision on Sanctuary Estates, a 14-lot subdivision at 309 North Quidnessett Road
- Development plan review for 1175 Tower Hill Road: food store and four 3-bedroom units
- Recommendation to Zoning Board for dimensional variances at 1175 Tower Hill Road
- Discussion on zoning ordinance amendments to implement new state laws
- Discussion on Planning Commission representative to Hazard Mitigation Committee
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council is meeting for an all-day budget work session to discuss the Town Manager's preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 with department heads. The council may adopt the preliminary budget and discuss the use of ARPA funds. A public hearing for residents is scheduled for April 3, 2024.
- Adoption of Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
- Discussion/Action on ARPA funds
- Department budget reviews: Police, Public Works, Water, Library, Senior Center, Planning, Recreation, IT, Finance, and others
- Public comment period
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a work session to discuss the Town Manager's preliminary budget for fiscal year 2024/2025 with municipal department heads. The public hearing for the municipal budget is scheduled for April 3, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., and for the school department budget at 7:00 p.m., both at Town Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes review of the Town Manager's overview, school department, fire/communications, and town clerk/board of canvassers/municipal court budgets.
- Town Manager's Preliminary Budget for FY2024/2025
- School Department budget review
- Fire/Communications (Dispatch) budget review
- Town Clerk/Board of Canvassers/Municipal Court budget review
- Public hearing scheduled for April 3, 2024
Planning Commission -
The North Kingstown Planning Commission will consider an extension request for a master plan decision on a 78-lot subdivision off Seawynds Drive and Taylor Place, and a development plan review for proposed outdoor pickleball courts south of 6615 Post Road. The commission will also continue discussions on zoning ordinance and land development regulation amendments to implement new state laws, and may make recommendations to the Town Council.
- Extension request for WDIC LLC master plan decision: 78-lot major subdivision, AP 109, Lot 2, zoned Post Road (PR)
- Development plan review for Lil Rhody Pickleball: outdoor commercial pickleball courts, AP 157, Lot 143, zoned Post Road (PR), in Groundwater Recharge Area
- Continued discussion and recommendations on NK Zoning Ordinance amendments and Land Development/Subdivision Regulation amendments for new state laws
- Minutes of February 6, 2024 meeting to be approved
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session on a real estate avigation easement, followed by a public session. The main business includes a consent agenda with routine items such as approvals, purchases, and licenses, and reports from the Town Manager presenting the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2024/2025 and ARPA funds. The council will also consider appointments to various boards and commissions.
- Executive session on real estate avigation easement
- PILOT agreement with Green Development
- Purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe for Fire Department ($55,409)
- Award of bids for Public Works equipment: John Deere tractor ($68,000), backhoe loader ($148,000), Freightliner dump truck ($238,385)
- Hazard Mitigation Plan update contract with GZA ($39,500)
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council will receive the annual audit report for FY2023 and the final Wickford Village parking study. The consent agenda includes routine items like licenses and contract awards, while new business covers a school budget adjustment and board appointments.
- Annual Audit Report for FY ending June 30, 2023 (Marcum LLP)
- Wickford Village Parking Study Final Report (PARE Corporation)
- Emergency purchase of hyperconverged servers for $208,339.98 (ARPA funded)
- Annual paving contract award to JR Vinagro for $1,952,936.45
- Supplemental appropriation for School Fund General Operating Budget (State Aid)
Planning Commission -
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plan for Sanctuary Estates, a major 14-lot subdivision proposed by Saunderstown Properties, LLC at 309 North Quidnessett Road. The commission will also continue discussing zoning and subdivision regulation amendments to implement new state laws, and may make recommendations to the Town Council.
- Public hearing: Sanctuary Estates preliminary plan, 14-lot subdivision, Assessor's Plat 160, Lots 91 & 92, 309 North Quidnessett Road
- Discussion and recommendations on NK Zoning Ordinance amendments
- Recommendations for public hearing on NK Land Development and Subdivision Regulation amendments
- Approval of November 7, 2023 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on Recreation Department field fees and review the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes several contract awards and discussions regarding programs for older residents to work off property taxes.
- Public hearing on Recreation Department field fee schedule amendments
- Presentation on the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program
- Contract award to CAI Technologies for GIS maintenance: $80,200 over 3 years
- Contract award to Vision Government Solutions for property revaluation: $169,000
- Contract award to Ocean State Pyrotechnics for fireworks: $33,000 (FY2024) to $35,000 (FY2026)
Planning Commission -
The North Kingstown Planning Commission will vote on a Walmart grocery pickup expansion, an appeal of a design committee denial, and continuance/extension requests for a Verizon tower and two condominium projects. They will also discuss zoning ordinance amendments to implement new state laws.
- Walmart Real Estate Business Trust: 2,599 sq. ft. addition for grocery pickup at 1031 Ten Rod Road
- Verizon Wireless tower continuance request at 772 Fletcher Road
- Wickford Schoolhouse LLC: extension requests for 39-unit Schoolhouse Condominiums and 18-unit Olde Theater Condominiums
- Appeal by Brian Casey and Stuart Tucker, LLP regarding air condenser at 95 Brown Street
- Discussion of zoning ordinance amendments for new state laws
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council will hold a joint meeting with the School Committee to discuss legislative priorities with the state delegation, covering topics like school construction aid, education funding, affordable housing, and municipal infrastructure grants. The council will also hear a presentation on Route 4, receive updates on Old Town House fundraising, and consider a consent agenda with routine items including contract extensions, donations, and a new liquor license.
- Contract extension with Waste Management for curbside recycling: $514,989.40
- Contract extension with Waste Management for trash hauling: $541 per trash trailer, $289 per roll-off container
- Sole source contract to American Ramp Company for skatepark equipment at McGinn Park: $40,000 (ARPA funds)
- New victualling license for Barrique Wine Bar, 7610 Post Road, Unit 5
- Appointment to fill School Committee vacancy left by Thomas G. Briody
Town Council
The North Kingstown Town Council will hold public hearings and second readings on amendments to the Conservation Commission, short-term rental registration, and a stop sign at Sachem Road and Pilgrim Drive. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes, donations, a grant, a concession agreement amendment, a contract extension, and license renewals. The council will also discuss a school committee resignation and fill an audit committee vacancy.
- Second reading: amendment to Conservation Commission (Chapter 2, Article V, Division 4)
- Second reading: amendment to short-term rental registration (Section 9-418)
- Second reading: stop sign at Sachem Road and Pilgrim Drive (Section 11-66)
- Contract extension with Republic Services for solid waste disposal: $26,727.28
- First bond reduction for Gilbert Lane from $210,962.39 to $21,096.21