Mar 3, 2026Strategic plan
Aquidneck Island and Naval Station Newport Compatible Use Study
This Compatible Use Study, funded by the U.S. Department of Defense, provides a regional planning initiative for Aquidneck Island and Naval Station Newport. It aims to foster a collaborative environment for efficient coexistence, long-term operational readiness, and community well-being over several decades. The study addresses critical challenges in transportation, land use, and water, sewer, and resilience infrastructure, identifying opportunities for economic resilience, particularly leveraging the 'ocean economy'. Key focus areas include improving mobility, addressing housing shortages, upgrading aging utilities, and promoting sustainable development.