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Share your sidewalk photos #PVDsidewalks
The Mayor is saying that he is going to enforce sidewalk snow removal regulations, including ...
WPRI: Colin Kane resigns as chairman of 195 Commission
The chairman of the commission tasked with overseeing the development of roughly 40 acres of land in downtown Providence left vacant by the relocation of I-195 has resigned.
“Colin offered his resignation, and the governor accepted,” Raimondo spokeswoman Marie Aberger told WPRI.com. “We asked for his continued advice and counsel, and he has agreed to stay on through the transition process. The governor is grateful for Colin’s dedicated service to the people of Rhode Island, which helped lay the groundwork for this project. We will have more details on what’s next for the commission in the coming days.”
Speculation has been since election-day that Raimondo wants to refresh the 195 Commission. The Governor campaigned on a manufacturing innovation hub being established on the 195 land. This contrasts with the current plans to sell off the land and allow the market to determine what gets built there.
Such a hub would not occupy all the land and there would be room for much of it to be sold off and developed independent of a state imposed framework for it.
Providence Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission Meeting – February 18, 2015
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Providence Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission Meeting February 18, 2015 – 5PM 444 Westminster Street, First Floor |
Agenda
- Roll Call
- Presentation of ground rules for open public forum to follow
- Open public discussion of ways in which the City of Providence can improve pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, culture, and safety
- Motion to adjourn
Download an informational poster to print-out (en español )
Full disclosure: I am a member of this Commission.
Share your sidewalk photos #PVDsidewalks
The Mayor is saying that he is going to enforce sidewalk snow removal regulations, including fining property owners who are out of compliance. We’ve created a hashtag on Twitter for people to share their photos: #PVDsidewalks.
Yellow Jackets
Providence Downtown Improvement District clean + safe team (aka the Yellow Jackets) clearing sidewalks downtown. Thanks guys!
STORM OF THE DECAMILLENNIUM!
Ahead of a winter storm that is forecast to begin Monday afternoon and intensify to blizzard conditions through Monday night and in to Tuesday, Mayor Jorge O. Elorza is announcing a series of preparations to ensure public safety.
ABC 6 Video: Pawtucket-Central Falls Commuter Rail Station
Pawtucket and Central Falls are a step closer to having a commuter rail stop on the Providence – Boston MBTA line. Last night, at a public meeting hosted by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and the Cities of Pawtucket and Central Falls, officials noted that the station planning was at the mid-point of […]
Pawtucket-Central Falls Commuter Rail Station Public Meeting – January 22, 2015
You’re invited to attend a Rhode Island Department of Transportation & the City of Pawtucket/City of Central Falls Public Meeting concerning the future Pawtucket/Central Falls Commuter rail station!
I propose 1-3 years in prison for parking on the sidewalk
When one parks one’s vehicle on the sidewalk forcing pedestrians into the street to avoid the vehicle, one has endangered the lives of everyone using that sidewalk, there should be consequences.
Providence Geeks – January 21, 2015
Wednesday, January 21, 2015 – 5:30–8pm – AS220, 115 Empire Street, Providence, RI – FREE (buy your own food and drink – it’s cheap)
Kennedy Plaza Re-dedication
Photos from this morning’s re-dedication of the Kennedy Plaza.
The Valley Breeze: Woonsocket looks to change zoning to allow train stop on Fairmount Street
Boston Surface Rail Company has proposed establishing commuter rail service between Worcester and Providence, but still needs to conquer a few regulatory hurdles and negotiations with some involved parties.
I-195 Redevelopment District Commission Meeting – January 20, 2015
meeting of the I-195 Redevelopment District Commission will be held at Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, 315 Iron Horse Way, Providence, Rhode Island, on Tuesday, January 20, 2015, beginning at 5pm, for the following purposes
Public Zoning Ordinance Training Session – February 3, 2015
The City of Providence Department of Planning and Development invites interested members of the public to attend a zoning training session on Tuesday, February 3rd at 5:00pm at 444 Westminster Street in the first floor cafeteria space.
Capital Center Commission Design Review Committee Meeting – January 20, 2015
My understanding is that the State is still insisting they are not beholden to the Capital Center Commission and can do whatever-the-fuck they want (State of Rhode Island to Providence: “Drop dead”) and this meeting is just a courtesy to show the Commission what they are doing.
State House Parking Lot – Posted without commentary
Because really, what am I supposed to say. Everyone else should feel free to post their own commentary though
Mayor Elorza Twitter Town Hall happening now #AskElorza
Mayor of Providence, Jorge Elorza held a Twitter Town Hall on January 12th from 1pm to 2pm.
PPS Annual Meeting featuring former Pittsburgh Mayor Tom Murphy – January 29, 2015
The Providence Preservation Society welcomes Tom Murphy, former Mayor of Pittsburgh and senior resident fellow at the Urban Land Institute, to their 2015 Annual Meeting on Thursday, January 29, 2015, 5:30 pm, at the Providence Public Library.
