Resources
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Who is on the City Council?
Each of the city’s 15 wards elects a council member to serve a 4-year term. View the current council members and see ward maps.
When does the City Council meet?
The full council holds public meetings on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month. The council does not typically meet in August.
The bulk of the council’s work happens in committees where proposals are debated and often public hearings are held. View the council’s committees here.
Special meetings or hearings are scheduled when required
How can I learn about specific meeting agendas?
The Providence Open Meetings Portal is the city's gateway for calendars, agendas and minutes for the city council, committees and public boards. You can sign up to receive email notifications of the meetings of any group you want to follow.
How can I attend a meeting?
In person at Providence City Hall
On the City Council's YouTube page
On a Zoom link included on the agenda for each meeting
What if I miss a meeting but want to know what happened?
Recordings of meetings are posted on the City Council's YouTube page
Minutes and video the Providence Open Meetings Portal page
The Recent News page of the City Council Website publishes news releases and recaps major votes by the city council
How can I stay informed?
In the top right of the Providence Open Meetings Portal page, under the photograph of Providence's skyline, you can register for an account and automatic email notifications of any group or committee and their meetings. If meetings change, or minutes or agendas are published, you will receive an email notification.
By subscribing to the Ward 2 letter, you’ll receive frequent updates about what’s happening on the council
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Issues with sidewalks, roads, snow removal, street lights or other city services can be reported using Providence’s 311 system. Report an issue by:
- visiting the PVD 311 Website
- calling 311 (Mon - Fri 8:30 AM - 4 PM)
- downloading the PVD 311 app on Apple or Google PlayTrash or recycling that hasn’t been picked up can be reported to Waste Management by calling 1-800-972-4545. Waste Management offers free Bulky Item pickup for 3 items per week. Call 1-800-972-4545 to schedule. If scheduling pickup through Waste Management is unsuccessful, email the Deputy Director of Public Works Maureen McManus at mmcmanus@providenceri.gov
Power outages or downed power lines should be reported to RI Energy by calling 1-855-743-1102 or by visiting RI Energy’s Outage Central Website
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Official Ward Boundary Map, published by the City of Providence
My Ward Boundary Google Map showing the both old and new 2022 map so you can view changes to ward boundaries as a result of the recent redistricting.
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How do I register to vote?
Voter registration can be completed online on the RI Secretary of State’s site. Forms must be submitted 30 days prior to election day.
How do I update my voter registration?
Log into the Secretary of State’s Voter Record site using your name and date of birth and click “Edit my voter record.”
How can I request a mail ballot?
The Secretary of State’s website allows you to request a mail ballot online.
You can also print out a form and mail it in
All RI voters are eligible to vote by mail.
How do I find my polling place, see a sample ballot, or check the status of my mail ballot?
The Secretary of State’s Voter Record site allows you to check your polling place, see a sample ballot, and check the status of your mail ballot.
Sample ballots are only available if there is an upcoming election in your district.
Who are my elected officials?
Visit the RI Secretary of State’s website and type your address. The “Your Elected Officials” section will show your federal and state elected officials.
To find your Providence City Council member, look at the “Your District” section. Your ward or council will be listed. Use the Providence City Council’s site to see who represents your ward.
Do I need an ID to vote on election day?
Yes. When you arrive at your polling place, you will be asked to show a photo ID. This guide from the Secretary of State explains what forms of ID are accepted.
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Key Issues
In the Ward 2 Letter, we often address an issue at greater length. Some of those explanations:
Report of the Special Commission to Study Waste Management and an Overview of PVD’s Trash & Recycling Program (10/2024)
Lead Mitigation & RI Rental Registry (9/2024)
City of Providence Reports: