Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Jonathan R. Pratt’s organization
Sep 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
School Construction Committee Regular Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed several key items, including the ratification of administrative change orders for steel and aluminum tariffs affecting multiple school sites. Additionally, they reviewed and approved a design modification for a wastewater treatment system at Frenchtown Elementary School. Bid awards were recommended for furniture, fixtures, and equipment for the High School project, along with a technology and AV package for Hannaford, Frenchtown, and East Greenwich High Schools. Finally, the committee received an update on the condition of project sites following a recent storm.
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The Board reviewed the fiscal year 2025-2026 annual report, analyzing the status of subdivision applications and housing development activity. Members engaged in a discussion regarding a proposed ordinance on demolition by neglect and voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation for adoption to the Town Council. Additionally, the Board addressed updates to the comprehensive plan, establishing a review schedule for draft chapters, and discussed challenges regarding sewer capacity limitations and future housing growth strategies.
Sep 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Historic District Commission Minutes
The commission reviewed several applications for property improvements within the historic district, including the approval of a stone patio and steps at 65 West Street, siding and trim replacements at 10 Prospect Street, and a rear addition and demolition of a breakfast area at 12 School Lane. Signage for 351 Main Street was approved with conditions regarding finish and lighting. Conceptual reviews were conducted for garage renovations at 34 Mawney Street and extensive exterior rehabilitation and additions at 235 Kenyon Avenue. Additionally, the commission recommended a draft Demolition by Neglect Ordinance to the Planning Board and Town Council, discussed updates to the Historic District Information Brochure, and considered processes for documenting findings of fact.
Sep 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
School Construction Committee Regular Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed updates on the East Greenwich High School, Frenchtown Elementary School, and Hanaford Elementary School projects, covering construction progress, financial status, and potential risks. Discussions included administrative change orders for structural steel tariffs and the Frenchtown wastewater treatment system. The committee also revisited the HVAC design strategy for the elementary schools, detailing the tempered-air system's performance, energy-efficiency features, and peer-district comparisons, and reviewed discretionary add-alternates for future funding considerations.
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