Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board is the steward for the City's Comprehensive Plan, which sets the long-term goal for the City and is a key measure by which large development projects and zoning relief are evaluated. ​Read the agenda

Canvassing Authority Meeting

The Newport Canvassing Authority is charged with conducting all elections for the City of Newport.

Under the direction of the State Board of Elections, and in cooperation with the Secretary of State, the Canvassing Authority is involved in all phases of the electoral process, from voter registration to tallying the votes after the polls close on election day.

Beach Commission Meeting

Weather Permitting, the Commission will meet in the center area of the bathhouses or in the Easton’s Beach Rotunda | View the agenda

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission is tasked with providing advice to the City on how to make Newport safer and more accessible for cyclists and pedestrians. Click here for an agenda

NEWPORT RECREATION ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS FOR YOUTH BASKETBALL PROGRAM

NEWPORT, RI (SEPTEMBER 27, 2022) – The Newport Recreation Division is now accepting registrations for Competitive Travel Basketball, the Instructional Basketball Program and Recreation Basketball League.
 
Click below to learn more!

Water Division Warns of Fake Utility Crews

Imposters Posing as Newport Water Division Personnel Reported
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2022) – The Newport Water Division is urging residents across Aquidneck Island, especially those who are home during the day, to be alert for impostors.

The Newport Water Division has received reports from customers who have been approached by individuals posing as Water Division personnel.
 

Season's End Approaching at Easton's Beach

Lifeguard Shifts to End 1 Hour Earlier Beginning Aug. 29th
  
NEWPORT, R.I. (TUESDAY, AUG. 23rd, 2022) – As the summer season winds down, the City of Newport is beginning to scale back operations at Easton’s Beach.

Beginning Monday, Aug. 29^th, lifeguards will be on duty from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. through the end of the beach season.