The board meeting included a public comment session where citizens raised concerns regarding the structural integrity, maintenance, and long-term planning for the Mount Hope Bridge, requesting an objective technical evaluation for its future. Another member of the public requested an adjustment to toll classifications for non-commercial electric pickup trucks, citing battery weight rather than payload as the cause for higher vehicle weight. The board approved minutes from prior meetings and received a presentation from external auditors regarding the fiscal year 2026 financial statements, confirming an unmodified, clean opinion and discussing the implementation of new GASB standards.
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Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Meeting Agenda
The board will review several infrastructure projects, including task orders for GFT Infrastructure Inc. and routine inspections for the Sakonnet River, Mount Hope, and Evans Ave bridges. Additional action items involve purchasing security fences and cameras, approving the fiscal year 2027 budget, and setting requirements for renewal and replacement funds. The agenda also covers legal support for tolling and litigation, a status report on capital projects, and an executive director's report on customer service and emergency preparedness. An executive session will address potential litigation regarding the Mount Hope Bridge Dehumidification project and a specific legal case involving the Town of Bristol.
Mar 4, 2026·Board meeting
Rhode Island Turnpike And Bridge Authority Board Meeting
The Board addressed public comments regarding inspection reports and transparency for the Mount Hope Bridge. Financial actions included the approval of underwriters for the refunding of Motor Fuel Tax Revenue Bonds and task orders for strategic plan update services, backup power design for the Toll Equipment Building, and design modifications for the Newport Pell Bridge deck rehabilitation contract. The Board reviewed a study on the Customer Service Center, discussed updates on various capital projects including bridge inspections and repairs, and received a financial summary report for the first six months of the fiscal year. Additional discussions covered an IRS audit of revenue bonds, community project funding opportunities, and general operational reports regarding tolling and bridge safety.
Mar 4, 2026·Board meeting
Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority Board Of Directors Meeting
The Board discussed public concerns regarding the Mount Hope Bridge inspection reports, confirming adherence to federal legal processes for sensitive information. Financial actions included the selection of underwriters for refunding outstanding Motor Fuel Tax Revenue Bonds and the approval of various task orders for strategic planning, backup power systems, and bridge deck rehabilitation projects. The Board also reviewed a study on customer service operations, discussed ongoing capital project statuses including work on the Newport Pell and Mount Hope bridges, and received a financial summary reporting solid performance for the first six months of the fiscal year. Additional updates included audit results, community project funding opportunities, and preparations for hosting upcoming E-ZPass Group meetings.
