Rhode Island House Bill H6256

Rhode Island 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/5/23
• Refer: 4/5/23
• Report Pass: 5/18/23
• Engrossed: 6/1/23
• Enrolled: 6/13/23
• Passed: 6/22/23

Caption

Relating To To Incorporate The Coventry Fire District

Impact

The proposed changes could lead to improved participation from residents and stakeholders in the decision-making processes of the Coventry Fire District. By allowing the board to set the date of the annual meeting without being bound to a specific day, it follows that they might choose a date that maximizes attendance. This might foster a stronger community connection and ensure that more constituents have the opportunity to engage with their local fire district's leadership.

Summary

House Bill 6256 seeks to amend the existing legislation regarding the Coventry Fire District by providing greater flexibility for the timing of its annual meeting. Specifically, the bill allows the board of directors to hold this annual meeting at any point during the month of November, provided that the date is publicly announced by the 20th day of October each year. This amendment aims to enhance organizational planning for the district's governance.

Contention

There are no explicit points of contention noted in the available records regarding Bill H6256. The bill appears to be straightforward and is likely to gain support since it is aimed at facilitating better local governance without imposing additional regulatory burdens. However, discussions surrounding local governance practices may still arise as the bill progresses, especially concerning how flexibility in meeting dates could affect community engagement.