Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Narragansett public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in business jobs
Blue Acres Aquaculture Lease Reconfiguration
A Point Judith Pond oyster farm says bottom-culture habitat is fading and wants to switch to floating gear to stay viable. It's a preliminary pitch; the change would need to go through CRMC.
Recreation Director hiring
Michelle Kershaw retires November 23 after more than 14 years with the town. The council will consider confirming Raymond DeFalco Jr. as her successor.
Boon Street Market liquor license renewal
Resident David Byrd pressed the council to actually enforce the 10 p.m. outdoor sound restriction at Boone Street Market, saying citations haven't been issued despite ongoing violations.
EDC Summit Updates
The committee continues to plan its Economic Development Summit, an event meant to gather ideas for the town's economic future. Updates were on the agenda but no details are available.
EDC Summit Update
The annual EDC Summit is taking shape, with invitations out and talk of broadening the guest list to bring more people into the economic development conversation.
Annual liquor license renewals
36 establishments across five license classes got their renewals for December 2026–November 2027, keeping restaurants, taverns, package stores, and clubs operating legally.
Port banner project
The Banners and Barrels committee was scheduled to report on banner design considerations and responses to the Purchasing Agent's RFP — decorative streetscape elements for the Galilee district.