Town Council considers LGBTQ pride flag display at town hall for June

The South Kingstown Town Council convened on April 28, 2025, to address various community matters, including reports from the town manager and public communications. The meeting began with a reminder of the pressures facing council members over the next three years and nine months, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful decision-making.

The town manager, Jim, suggested postponing discussions on several agenda items to streamline the meeting. He proposed deferring the quarterly financial report and updates on the community garden for two weeks, which the council agreed to. The council also discussed the color scheme for the town's website, deciding to revisit the topic in two weeks after reviewing color samples.

In a significant communication item, the council received a request from Joaquin Anthony Malone of the South County Pride Board. The request was to fly the LGBTQ+ pride flag outside of town hall for the month of June, highlighting the town's commitment to inclusivity and support for the LGBTQ+ community.

The meeting concluded with a focus on the importance of community engagement and the need for careful consideration of future decisions. The council plans to reconvene in two weeks to continue discussions on the postponed items and address the pride flag request.