Developers outline 19‑unit Narragansett Boulevard condo plan; commission flags floodplain and access questions A developer previewed plans for about 19 condominium units on a 2.16‑acre Narragansett Boulevard parcel; commissioners asked about CRMC coordination, VE flood‑zone construction, stormwater management and emergency access.

A developer has unveiled ambitious plans for a 19-unit condominium project on Narragansett Boulevard, but concerns over floodplain risks and access have raised eyebrows among commissioners.

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Auditor’s letter flags $6.5M city deficit; Cranston schedules special hearing with auditor An auditor general letter accompanying Cranston’s FY2025 audit cites a roughly $6.5 million general-fund operating deficit and a $3.9 million school unfunded deficit; city officials say monthly reports were posted online and a corrective plan is in development. A special council session with the auditor is set for Feb. 23.

Cranston faces a staggering $6.5 million deficit as city officials scramble to address financial missteps and develop a corrective plan.

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Cranston planners hear neighbor outcry over Lake Street subdivision; variance vote ties, application continued Neighbors told the City Plan Commission that repeated flooding, narrow streets and parking shortages make 33–35 Lake Street unsuitable for adding another house. Staff recommended approval with conditions; the commission deadlocked 3–3 on the zoning variance and voted to continue the application to March 3 while requesting additional stormwater and engineering materials.

Neighbors are raising alarms about chronic flooding and parking shortages, challenging a proposed subdivision on Lake Street that could worsen their already tough living conditions.

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Council creates pilot housing court division to speed enforcement of property standards The City Council approved an ordinance to create a housing-court division within municipal court as a pilot program; sponsors and the administration said it should speed enforcement of housing and property violations and could offset its costs with fines, while some council members and residents urged caution and noted fiscal questions.

Cranston City Council just approved a pilot housing court division aimed at tackling property violations and reviving neglected neighborhoods!

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Finance Committee Approves Real Estate and Tangible Tax Abatements The finance committee recommends passage of tax abatements during the August 4 meeting.

Cranston City Council just took bold steps to relieve financial pressure on residents and businesses with unanimous tax abatement approvals!

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Cranston Legal Counsel Rejects Proposed Amendment to City Contract Legal counsel for Cranston firmly opposes amendment to city contract citing charter violations.

Cranston's legal counsel stands firm against a controversial amendment to the city contract, raising serious questions about compliance with the city charter!

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Councilman Angel seeks amendments for increased transparency in city attorney billing practices Council discusses attorney billing amendments to enhance transparency and compliance with state law.

Cranston's City Council is diving deep into the murky waters of legal billing practices, seeking to enhance transparency in contracts that affect us all.

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City Council Approves Fire Inspection for Sam's Auto Group on Cranston Street Council members unanimously approve fire inspection for Sam's Auto Group.

Cranston's City Council just gave the green light for Sam's Auto Group after a successful fire inspection—what does this mean for local business growth?

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Cranston Council Approves Licenses for Holiday Sales and Mobile Food Establishments Cranston City Council confirms holiday sales licenses and mobile food establishment permits.

Cranston City Council takes a significant step to boost local businesses by approving holiday sales licenses and tackling the complexities of mobile food permits!

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Cranston City Council Approves Teacher and Paraprofessional Contracts Amid Union Support Cranston City Council votes to ratify contracts boosting teacher and paraprofessional salaries.

Cranston City Council just made a historic move to boost teacher and paraprofessional salaries, highlighting their commitment to education equity!

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Cranston City Council approves ARPA funding and two key ordinances Council members support ARPA fund allocation and approve traffic-related ordinances for city benefit.

Cranston City Council just made a groundbreaking decision to allocate American Rescue Plan funds that will transform community needs and enhance local infrastructure!

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Community member urges revision of Edgewood recreation and access points in comp plan Resident Marsha Fowler questions Edgewood access points and recreation facility listings in plan.

Cranston residents are raising red flags about the proposed 2025 Comprehensive Plan, questioning access, inaccuracies, and the future of their neighborhoods!

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Commissioner Lamphere questions unrealistic commuter shift goal in comp plan Commissioner Lamphere challenges 54% commuter shift goal as unrealistic for families.

Cranston City’s ambitious goal to reduce car dependency by 54% is facing pushback from residents who argue family demands make it unrealistic.

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Council supports closing Honeysuckle Drive to enhance neighborhood safety Major advocates for closing Honeysuckle Drive after alarming traffic study results.

Cranston City residents are rallying behind a bold proposal to close Honeysuckle Drive after shocking traffic data reveals a dangerous surge of drivers using it as a shortcut.

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City Council deliberates decade-long unpaid fee issue Council discusses whether to continue addressing a decade-old unpaid fee.

Cranston City's committee is grappling with a decade-long unpaid fee dilemma while striving to enhance public safety and streamline business licensing.

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