North Kingstown Council Advances School Bond Projects and Public Safety Complex Plans
October 06, 2025 | North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island
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The North Kingstown Town Council meeting on October 6, 2025, focused on several key updates regarding local projects and initiatives, particularly in the school department and public safety.
The meeting began with an update on the school department's bond project. The building advisory subcommittee recently met with representatives from Peregrine Group, Perkins Eastman, and DBVW to discuss progress on the middle school and capital improvements projects. The subcommittee unanimously supported the construction manager at risk approach for both projects and approved invoices related to stage 2 work completed over the summer. A follow-up meeting is scheduled for November 5, with the possibility of an interim meeting depending on project developments.
Additionally, discussions were held regarding the public safety complex projects, where the subcommittee also supported the construction manager at risk approach. Cost estimates for the project were discussed, and a public presentation is planned for October 20, where renderings and cost information will be shared with the community.
The meeting also covered the final stages of the Wickford Waterfront municipal parking lot project, which is expected to be completed by mid-October. The town manager expressed gratitude to local merchants and residents for their support during the project, which faced several challenges.
In terms of traffic management, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (DOT) has made adjustments to traffic signal timings on Route 4 to improve flow. The town manager reported that feedback from residents indicates some improvement, and efforts will continue to monitor the situation.
The council was informed about a significant sidewalk project along West Main Street and Post Road, funded in part by federal grants, with construction set to begin in April 2026.
Upcoming events include an Arbor Day tree planting at Cranston Playground on October 9 and a dedication of a tree in memory of Linda Sherman at the town beach on October 14.
Finally, the council will receive a report on rescue billing at the next meeting, along with updates on tax exemption changes and the town's decentralized wastewater management infrastructure. These discussions are crucial as the town prepares for the upcoming budget cycle.
The meeting began with an update on the school department's bond project. The building advisory subcommittee recently met with representatives from Peregrine Group, Perkins Eastman, and DBVW to discuss progress on the middle school and capital improvements projects. The subcommittee unanimously supported the construction manager at risk approach for both projects and approved invoices related to stage 2 work completed over the summer. A follow-up meeting is scheduled for November 5, with the possibility of an interim meeting depending on project developments.
Additionally, discussions were held regarding the public safety complex projects, where the subcommittee also supported the construction manager at risk approach. Cost estimates for the project were discussed, and a public presentation is planned for October 20, where renderings and cost information will be shared with the community.
The meeting also covered the final stages of the Wickford Waterfront municipal parking lot project, which is expected to be completed by mid-October. The town manager expressed gratitude to local merchants and residents for their support during the project, which faced several challenges.
In terms of traffic management, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (DOT) has made adjustments to traffic signal timings on Route 4 to improve flow. The town manager reported that feedback from residents indicates some improvement, and efforts will continue to monitor the situation.
The council was informed about a significant sidewalk project along West Main Street and Post Road, funded in part by federal grants, with construction set to begin in April 2026.
Upcoming events include an Arbor Day tree planting at Cranston Playground on October 9 and a dedication of a tree in memory of Linda Sherman at the town beach on October 14.
Finally, the council will receive a report on rescue billing at the next meeting, along with updates on tax exemption changes and the town's decentralized wastewater management infrastructure. These discussions are crucial as the town prepares for the upcoming budget cycle.
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