Alliance for a Livable Newport

INVITES YOU TO A

2008/2009 CITY BUDGET FORUM

Tuesday July 29, 2008

6:30 - 8:00 PM
Newport City Council Chambers

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC


Following up on its "A Perfect Storm" forum presented last November, ALN's Government & Finance Committee (Mark Colborn, Ron Becker and Fred Best) will present an analysis and critique of the City of Newport Budget for Fiscal Year 2008/2009. The Forum will address the question of whether the City's financial position is improved or worsened by this Budget. City officials are encouraged to attend and participate.
 

ALN's 2008 FOCUS

The ALN Board has identified four key areas of focus for 2008 that we believe have the greatest impact on livability in Newport:
  • Education
  • Infrastructure and Environment
  • Accountability and Responsiveness of Government
  • Safety of Person and Property
Our efforts are directed towards providing accurate information on these issues to residents in public forums and working with government officials on developing solutions for residential concerns. If you would like to get involved in any of the above issues, contact us!

NOISE AND NUISANCE

Do you know who to call and what information to convey when confronted with late night noise or anytime nuisances? The City of Newport has comprehensive ordinances on Noise Abatement and Nuisances .

Late night noise is not only irritating, it can be hazardous to your health. Noise complaints should be called in to the Police Department (845-5710). Give as much detail as to the type and source of the noise as possible. If your neighbors also suffer, encourage them to notify the police. Keep a written log of each incident. And follow up with your community policing officer as to the disposition View How to Handle Noise Complaint Document Let the police know that you appreciate their help.

And contact ALN if the matter is not resolved

 

A LIVING GREEN PUBLIC FORUM

A LIVING GREEN PUBLIC FORUM was held on June 2, 2008. Speakers Beth Milham - Co- Chair of the City of Newport's Energy and Environment Commission presented ideas to "green" your life and home; Cheryl Cadwell - President of the Rhode Island Wild Plant Society spoke on environmentally kind gardening and landscaping and Scott Milnes - President of Rhode Island Wind Power discussed alternative energy sources for the home.

Link to Summary of Presentations

Newport Goes Green Final Report

Attachments to Final Report

Useful Websites for Living Green

Photos by Chris Kosegarten