Waterfront Commission Meeting

The Waterfront Commission is responsible for overseeing the operations of Newport Harbor. Click here for an agenda

Probate Court

Probate Court meets two times per month at 10:30 a.m., in the Second Floor City Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. Click here for a full schedule.

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Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission

The Newport Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission is dedicated to the preservation of the City's historic burying grounds. Read the Agenda

Energy & Environment Commission

The mission of the Energy & Environment Commission is to advise the Council and educate the public on energy-efficiency, renewable energy and the environment, to foster a more sustainable community.

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Tree & Open Space Commission to Host Carousel Workshop

Meeting to Explore Feasibility of Locating Carousel at Aquidneck Park

NEWPORT, R.I. (THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2025) – Newport’s Tree and Open Space Commission will be holding a special community workshop which is set for Tuesday, June 3^rd at 5:30 in the meeting room at the recreation center 35 Golden Hill Street, to review the feasibility of integrating the Historic Easton’s Beach Carousel with the Martin Recreation Center (The Hut) in Aquidneck Park.

This proposed integration would include much-needed updates to the recreation center and ensure the City’s cherished carousel remains safe and accessible for generations to come. The Workshop will look to develop a recommendation for the City Council to formally request a study to determine the feasibility of locating the carousel at Aquidneck Park and any necessary updates to the recreation center.
 

City of Newport Kicking Off Easton’s Beach Workshops

Collaborative Visioning Process Set for the Future of Newport’s Iconic Beach

The City of Newport, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary design team, is launching a monthlong series of public workshops focused on the future of Easton’s Beach.
 

PARKING SEASON UNDERWAY

Metered & Residential Parking Programs Return

NEWPORT, R.I. (TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2025) – The City of Newport’s paid parking and residential sticker programs are in effect with new benefits for Newport residents.

This year, Newport residential parking pass holders will be entitled to three free hours of parking in every metered space across the City, as well as the Mary Street Parking Lot.  Parking at Easton’s Beach will also be free for Newport residents throughout the summer with no need to purchase a separate parking pass.

To qualify for three free hours of street parking, residents are asked to enter their registration plate number in either the pay station or the Passport app.