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Thursday, October 29, 2026 4:00 PM

Affirmative Action Commission Meeting »

Council Chambers
City Hall
2nd floor
43 Broadway
Newport

The Newport Affirmative Action Commission is charged with overseeing the City's Affirmative Action Plan to ensure equitable hiring and employment practices for all minorities and women. Click here for an agenda

Monday, November 2, 2026 6:30 PM

Planning Board Meeting »

Newport City Hall
Council Chambers
2nd Floor
43 Broadway
Newport

The Planning Board is the steward for the City's Comprehensive Plan, which sets the long-term goal for the City and is a key measure by which large development projects and zoning relief are evaluated. Read the agenda

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 6:00 PM

Standing Charter Review Commission Meeting »

Newport Public Library
Rotary Room
300 Spring St
Newport

The Standing Charter Review Commission was established by the City Council in 2025 Resolution 2025-49 to more regularly review the City Charter and make timely recommendations to the City Council. The Standing Charter Review Commission is not to replace the Charter Review Commission but shall supplement and assist.

Friday, November 6, 2026 9:30 AM

Public Sculpture Commission Meeting »

Edward King House
35 King St
Newport

The Public Sculpture Commission advises the City on the preservation, maintenance and the assessment of other issues related to its public sculptures.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 2:00 PM

Aquidneck Island Planning Commission Meeting »

Colonel Thomas F. Lee Community Room
1st floor
Portsmouth Police Department
2270 E. Main Rd.
Portsmouth

The Aquidneck Island Planning Commission (AIPC) works to preserve and improve the environment, economy and quality of life on Aquidneck Island – to ensure that the Island remains a great place to live, work, play and thrive.
For more information

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 6:30 PM

Historic District Commission Meeting »

Newport City Hall
Council Chambers
2nd Floor
43 Broadway
Newport

The Historic District Commission is responsible for overseeing development within the City's Historic District.
Click here to view an agenda.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 6:30 PM

School Committee Meeting »

Claiborne Pell Elementary School
35 Dexter Street
Newport

The Newport School Committee is charged with overseeing the City's Public Schools. Meetings are open to the public and all are welcome to attend. Click Here to read an agenda.

Thursday, November 12, 2026 6:30 PM

Waterfront Commission Meeting »

Newport Maritime Center
365 Thames St
Newport

The Waterfront Commission is responsible for overseeing the operations of Newport Harbor. Click here for an agenda

Friday, November 13, 2026 10:30 AM

Probate Court »

Second Floor Council Chamber
Newport City Hall
43 Broadway
Newport

Probate Court meets two times per month at 10:30 a.m., in the Second Floor City Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. Click here for a full schedule.

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Tuesday, November 17, 2026 5:30 PM

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission Meeting »

Newport Public Library
300 Spring St
Newport

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission is tasked with providing advice to the City on how to make Newport safer and more accessible for cyclists and pedestrians. Click Here for an Agenda

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