Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Providence public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in schools with medium priority
UCAP collaborative withdrawal
The district exited the UCAP middle school collaborative, redirecting about $2 million in state aid to serve the 42 affected seventh-graders with a cohort program at Roger Williams Middle School.
Students experiencing homelessness
The district reported 133 students (7%) experiencing reported homelessness, with lower attendance and test scores, and a $1.2 million transportation obligation largely for students not enrolled in Providence schools.
School construction easement dispute
A utility easement needed for a transformer at the Harry Kizirian School construction nearly got sent to committee, but the council passed it on the floor because delay could cost state reimbursement money.