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News Highlights
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VAN ZANDT BRIDGE REPAIRS TO BEGIN
--- Newport, RI (July 19, 2010) . The Van Zandt Bridge will be closed beginning Monday, July 26, 2010 for bridge deck, roadway surface, and sidewalk repairs.
Construction is expected to last for approximately 60 days during which time Van Zandt Avenue will be closed between Farewell Street and the west bridge approach from Third Street.
A detour route will be in place and motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to plan accordingly while pursuing alternate routes to their destinations. The Department of Public Services appreciates everyone's patience and cooperation with this temporary inconvenience as we work to maintain and improve our infrastructure. For additional information, please contact the Department of Public Services at 845-5840.
City of Newport 2009 Service Award Honorees  MORE
Attention Military Personnel. The Soldiers and Sailors Civil relief act exempts non Rhode Island residents, on active duty in Rhode Island, from motor vehicle excise tax. [PDF]
Benefits and responsibilities of owners of Bed and Breakfasts or Inns [PDF].
Use our email notification services to keep informed about the latest announcements, bulletins, surveys, activities, use plans and other information pertinent to the City of Newport:
Information Email Notification Sign Up Form
 Neighborhood Energy Challenge [PDF]
The City of Newport Mayor's Office has posted the 2010 Council Regular Meetings and Workshops Schedule MORE
City Website Disclaimer & External Linking Policy MORE
Aquidneck Island Vendor E-Mail Notification System - REGISTER YOUR BUSINESS
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Department of Utilities- Announcements - Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Status
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Washington Street CSO Facility:
Inactive
Wellington Avenue CSO Facility:
Inactive
Information Regarding Combined Sewer Overflow MORE
CSO Program Stakeholder Workgroup MORE
CSO Information Line: 401-845-0092
The Water Division has recently posted on our website and mailed to all water users a copy of the 2009 Consumer Confidence Report MORE
Thames Street & Wellington Avenue Sewer Rehabilitation Project
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Notice to customers of the City of Newport, Utilities Department, Water Division, of FILING AND CHANGE IN RATE SCHEDULES MORE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR DRINKING WATER MORE
Easton Beach- UV Disinfection System MORE
Easton Beach - UV Disinfection System Construction Update MORE
Easton Pond Dam Improvements MORE
WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PROJECT- 2010 MORE
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Planning, Zoning, Development and Inspection News & Announcements
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Broadway Streetscape & Traffic Calming Improvements Plan. MORE
Summary Response to Public Comments from the October 1, 2009 Meeting [PDF].
Public Informational Meeting II - April 26, 2010 [PDF].
The Federal Government agrees to back flood insurance in exchange for communities enacting and enforcing floodplain regulations (44 CFR 59 and 60
). As mandated by Federal Regulations, new FIRM Maps must be accepted by communities participating in the Flood Insurance Program.
Required ordinance [PDF].
FIRM Maps
Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update Subcommittee Meeting - 8/25/2010 [PDF]
The City of Newport is undertaking the Comprehensive Land Use Plan as required by RI General Laws § 45-22.2-12(B) – A municipality may periodically review and amend its plan in a timely manner to account for growth. At a minimum, a municipality shall update its comprehensive plan at least once every five (5) years. MORE
If there are any questions, please contact Paige Bronk, AICP, Director of the PZD&I Department, 845-5450 or Andrew DeIonno, Planner, 845-5472.
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Police Department News & Announcements
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As a service to our residents and the business community, Newport Police Department is proud to announce a partnership with GetCrashReports.com to provide online access to all Newport Rhode Island crash reports. All crash reports will be available 48 hours after the crash occurs (or sooner if approved) except for Fatal crashes and crashes under investigation. Fatal crash reports must be purchased at the Newport Police Department.
As of January 26, 2010, all requests from businesses for Newport Police crash reports will be referred to GetCrashReports.com. Accident reports can still be obtained at the Newport Police Station 120 Broadway, Newport R.I. 401-847-1306.
GetCrashReports.com allows individual or multiple crash reports to be purchased with major credit cards or with a Pre-Paid account. To purchase a single crash report, go to GetCrashReports.com and follow the simple 5 step process. To purchase multiple reports at once, you must setup a Subscriber account with GetCrashReports.com. To setup a Subscriber account, click on "Subscriber Login" on GetCrashReports.com and click the "New Subscriber" link. A representative from GetCrashReports.com will contact you within 24 hours to setup an online account.
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Finance Department News & Announcements
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Third Annual Performance Report
NESPMP Citizen Satisfaction Survey Results: Newport, RI MORE
FY 2010/11 Proposed Budget [Searchable PDF]:
Part I | Part II | Part III | Part IV
Owners of properties on designated sticker-parking streets are entitled to one guest/visitor pass per dwelling unit at no cost. The City issues plastic hangtags that are to be kept and utilized from year to year. The tags remain with the property in the event of a sale. The Tax Collector's office mails annual decals in April of each year which should be placed on the hangtag. In the event that a hangtag is lost or destroyed, the first replacement requires a signed affidavit, accompanied with a $10 fee. If necessary, one final replacement can be authorized with a second affidavit and a $25 fee.
2009-2013 Recommended Capital Improvement Plan. MORE
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report FY 2006 - 07 - 08. MORE
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of Newport
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Attention Military Personnel. The Soldiers and Sailors Civil relief act exempts non Rhode Island residents, on active duty in Rhode Island, from motor vehicle excise tax [PDF].
The Tax Assessor has posted the CHANGE OF ADDRESS REQUEST Form in their Forms & Applications area. MORE
The Tax Assessor has posted the newest Military Exemption Form in their Forms & Applications area. MORE
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General Announcements
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The City of Newport sent out the revaluation notices to property owners, on Friday February 20th.
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ATTENTION: As many of you are aware, Vision Appraisal completed the revaluations throughout the City of Newport recently.
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BIDDER RFP REGISTRATION - Automated Vendor Notification. Get connected to our automated vendor (bidder) notification system. Register now to receive automatic emails for bid opportunities. You must register to receive email notices and access to RFP's and Bids. MORE
State of RI Emergency Management Evacuation Routes - Newport - Please take a moment to acquaint yourself with the RI Emergency Management Agency where you will find the evacuation routes for our area and helpful information [PDF].
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