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<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong>Here are some quick updates happening in the City of Providence.</strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="color:rgb(227, 112, 30);">Update from the Mayor's Office</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">COVID-19 Vaccine Update</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">This </span><strong style="font-size:12px;">Saturday, April 24th </strong><span style="font-size:12px;">the City of Providence will be running a clinic at </span><strong style="font-size:12px;">Providence Career and Technical Academy </strong><span style="font-size:12px;">with Asthenis Pharmacy to administer over 2,000 vaccine doses for Providence residents. We are in need of volunteers and hope you can join us to ensure this clinic runs as smoothly and effectively as possible. We have divided the day into two shifts, one from 8:00AM-2:00PM and one from 1:30PM-7:30PM.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fvolunteer-for-424-vaccine-clinic-with-asthenis-pharmacy-registration-151517052583&cf=9044&v=85b10416f1bb1bf374de51ab2fc12935474e21e86ab7a29535b544827e27063b" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Click here to sign up to volunteer at the <strong>4/24</strong> vaccine clinic!</a></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Please only sign up for one shift per clinic, as it is a very long day and making sure our volunteers aren't overworked will help keep everyone safe. </span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">We will also be running a clinic on </span><strong style="font-size:12px;">Saturday, May 15th </strong><span style="font-size:12px;">at </span><strong style="font-size:12px;">Providence Career and Technical Academy</strong><span style="font-size:12px;">.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fvolunteer-for-515-vaccine-clinic-with-asthenis-pharmacy-registration-151518855977&cf=9044&v=8a90228adae661621ed3f029570eea60671d66ddd54bfc7a54abb7e4e4ba8116" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Click here to sign up to volunteer at the <strong>5/15</strong> vaccine clinic!</a></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Additionally, Asthenis Pharmacy and the City will work to vaccinate all volunteers upon the completion of their shift, if they have not yet been vaccinated.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">Free Vaccine Transportation</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">RIPTA is now providing free transportation to people traveling to and from vaccination appointments. Those interested can first make an appointment (now available to Rhode Islanders who are 16+) </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vaccinateri.org%2F%3Fmc_cid%3D00d9e96b83%26mc_eid%3D3407d3512c&cf=9044&v=39848f34f1fb31c38525d55e25cd09b1fb46916846b4f9156738719cd81ba8b9" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> and then contact RIPTA’s customer service team and provide your appointment info. </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ripta.com%2Fgovernor-mckee-ripta-announce-free-passenger-trips-to-vaccination-sites%2F%3Fmc_cid%3D00d9e96b83%26mc_eid%3D3407d3512c&cf=9044&v=a37792ad63d5ef83021b26b0610420a9cff8c4078d69b678ac07467aab7cd7b9" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Visit online</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> for contact details and more info.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Opens for All</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">COVID-19 vaccination eligibility has opened this week for ALL Rhode Islanders, age 16 and older.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Beginning Monday, April 19, people age 16 years of age and older are eligible to make appointments to be vaccinated. That eligibility change will happen at 9 a.m. on Monday on </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fhealth.us2.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dece9b1661b3bf3b864a6894d1%26id%3D6b17367a7d%26e%3D8d0314e28c&cf=9044&v=7493eec559ba7860a95541a97bb46fa0bf4a6803089e5ca07f79f4ad96fb0fa3" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.vaccinateRI.org</a><span style="font-size:12px;">.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">There may be a small amount of appointments still available at that time, of the appointments that will get posted on Friday afternoon. A new batch of appointments will also be posted on </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fhealth.us2.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dece9b1661b3bf3b864a6894d1%26id%3Dcca696c220%26e%3D8d0314e28c&cf=9044&v=242378ae8228a3cd32c11909783ec1ee4800b5e559ed9f9b567d0d136e0f5476" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.vaccinateRI.org</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> on Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. New appointments for State-run sites open every Tuesday at 9 a.m. and every Friday at 5 p.m. </span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">At this time, the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is authorized for people age 16 and older. The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is authorized for people age 18 and older.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">This group of people age 16 to 39 includes approximately 258,000 people. Not everyone will get an appointment right away. However, we still remain on track to meet our goals.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">By May 15, we expect 70% of Rhode Islanders age 16 and older to have at least one dose of vaccine. </span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">Mayor Elorza Announces COVID-19 Response Partnership with Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><em style="font-size:12px;">Neighborhood Booking Vaccine Appointments for Providence-residing Members and Providing Resources at Upcoming Vaccine Clinics</em></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Mayor Jorge O. Elorza today joined Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island President and CEO Peter Marino to announce a Providence COVID-19 Response partnership to support the City’s ongoing response to the pandemic. Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island (Neighborhood) is registering Providence residents who are members of their health plan for open vaccine appointments at city-organized vaccine clinics. Neighborhood is also providing education about vaccine safety as well as facemasks and hand sanitizer supplies at the clinics in an effort to support CDC recommended precautions upon being vaccinated. </span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Neighborhood has already reached out to thousands of members who reside in Providence to check on their needs during the pandemic and to assist with connecting them to resources. Outreach to these members by Neighborhood’s clinical teams includes scheduling vaccine appointments for those requesting assistance.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Providence residents who are Neighborhood members and eligible for the vaccine but need help with navigating the online sign-up process for city-organized clinics, should call the health plan at 1-800-459-6019, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. A staff member will be available to input information into their online system, in English or Spanish, on the member’s behalf to schedule an appointment for them.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">This partnership is in addition to a recently announced partnership with </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.provcomlib.org%2Flocations&cf=9044&v=e7781bbaa55a184a3c323f7deb684be40062db4a3d8ee662876866c990b305a7" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Providence Community Libraries (PCL).</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> Residents who are eligible for the vaccine but need support to sign up can call any PCL library location (Fox Point, Knight Memorial, Mount Pleasant, Olneyville, Rochambeau, Smith Hill, South Providence, Wanskuck and Washington Park) during </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.provcomlib.org%2Flocations&cf=9044&v=e7781bbaa55a184a3c323f7deb684be40062db4a3d8ee662876866c990b305a7" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">scheduled hours</a><span style="font-size:12px;">. A staff member will be available to input information, in English or Spanish, into the online system on their behalf and schedule an appointment.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">In addition to the above provided options, Providence residents ages 40 and older, 18 and older with </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fhealth.ri.gov%2Fpublications%2Fguidelines%2FCOVID19-underlying-conditions.pdf&cf=9044&v=2cb618677ce60222231153bb051640b631e832b5ee297aca8aefef05e44addee" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">specific health conditions outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> or 18 and older living in zip codes 02904, 02905, 02906, 02907, 02908, and 02909 are encouraged to register for vaccine clinics through the City's online portal </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.providenceri.gov%2Fvaccinate%2F&cf=9044&v=a95876f0225a58dc17a678d51b94e9e4a4214aad32467b10c12b6a43a4d3ee63" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">VaccinatePVD.com</a><span style="font-size:12px;">. If residents cannot register themselves, they are asked to please call and connect to the Mayor's Center for City Services by dialing 3-1-1 or (401) 421-2489. Representatives are available to help fill out the registration form on the constituents’ behalf in English or Spanish.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">City of Providence Announces Historic Bond to Capitalize Affordable Housing Trust Fund</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><em style="font-size:12px;">Providence Redevelopment Agency to Invest in Safe, Affordable and Equitable Housing Citywide</em></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Mayor Jorge O. Elorza, City Council President John Igliozzi (Ward 7), and Providence Redevelopment Agency Executive Director Bonnie Nickerson today announced that the City of Providence, through the Providence Redevelopment Agency (PRA), has closed the first-ever bond issue to capitalize the Providence Housing Trust Fund. </span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">In partnership with the Providence City Council and PRA, Mayor Elorza announced a first-of-its-kind $20 million Affordable Housing Bond to stimulate affordable housing construction in December 2020. The City‘s improved finances and track record of prudent debt management allowed the bond issue to achieve a ‘BBB’ rating. Along with the current low interest rate environment, the City was able to increase the size of the bond issue on the day of pricing, resulting in over $6 million additional program funding.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The Providence Redevelopment Agency is currently soliciting proposals to spur the production, preservation, and protection of affordable housing through the Providence Housing Trust Fund. These funds are available to private and public developers for construction and project financing.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis to the Providence Housing Trust Fund for review. Program documents will be available later for download at the Providence Redevelopment Agency’s website at </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.providenceri.gov%2Fplanning%2Fprovidence-redevelopment-agency-pra-2%2F&cf=9044&v=a82cd47d7f8164c8788664a118cc153c2f2914dc2ede67ecb44cf043cdae4036" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">providenceri.gov/planning/providence-redevelopment-agency-pra-2/</a><span style="font-size:12px;">. Those interested in applying for funds should call the Providence Redevelopment Agency at 401-680-8400.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">City of Providence Celebrates Earth Day by Launching the Pesticide Free PVD Campaign to Eliminate Harmful Pesticides and Chemicals</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><em style="font-size:12px;">City eliminates the use of pesticides and chemicals from Providence Parks and greenspaces and encourages community members to take the Pesticide Free PVD pledge</em></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Mayor Jorge O. Elorza today joined City Council President John Igliozzi (Ward 7), Parks Superintendent Wendy Nilsson, Sustainability Director Leah Bamberger, Audubon Society of Rhode Island Senior Director of Policy Meg Kerr, Partnership for Providence Parks Executive Director Helene Miller, and community members at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center to launch the </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.providenceri.gov%2Fsustainability%2Fpesticidefree%2F&cf=9044&v=231f4cf6efccf81a7fd53dc8186d1665af66412cd88ba977db40dbd7955f0cc6" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pesticide Free PVD</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> campaign and celebrate Earth Day.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Pesticide Free PVD encourages community members, property owners, and businesses to commit to eliminating the use of harmful chemicals like pesticides and fertilizers in lawns and gardens, as well as other toxins in the home. Going pesticide-free is one of many ways the City is encouraging residents to celebrate Earth Day. The Parks Department and Partnership for Providence Parks will also launch an </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.providenceri.gov%2Fcelebrate-earth-day-arbor-day-2021%2F&cf=9044&v=8c0495aae604575476d7f56b23e228bf8c3c3e17c5ce549bbb0015698ab131c2" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Earth Day Bingo</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> game to encourage families to get outside, enjoy our parks, and take part in being good stewards of our environment. Community members can find their local park by using the City’s </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwebgis.providenceri.gov%2FParks%2FLocator%2F&cf=9044&v=25b0c24adced5aada19435ee2c4205c84124f981e822cafcec3158ef3f624eca" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Park Locator</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> and </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fpvdgis.maps.arcgis.com%2Fapps%2FShortlist%2Findex.html%3Fappid%3D4558c475612b489aa0a2457aa169eaf3&cf=9044&v=cd7ac79fc6452d6a3d84b6a653050d9be68fe89657074598aecea7408704087b" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Park Stories Map</a><span style="font-size:12px;">.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The Providence Parks Department is leading by example, having eliminated nearly all pesticides and herbicides from City parks and playgrounds, according to a report released today by the City and the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Roger Williams Park Botanical Center is an excellent example of the success of a pesticide-free policy, leveraging strategies like beneficial insects inside the center and housing three goats that provide weed control throughout Roger Williams Park. The report includes recommendations and best practices for others looking to enhance their land management practices and reduce the use of chemicals in their maintenance.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The Pesticide Free PVD campaign and the report on the chemical free practices in Providence Parks were supported by a grant and partnership with Healthy Babies Bright Futures (HBBF). In 2018, the City of Providence and partner Clean Water Action Rhode Island joined the third cohort of HBBF’s </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hbbf.org%2Fbright-cities&cf=9044&v=00d723acab75e95c092cf644311ceb05cf1e35a8ea4a867a347e03d24813bd38" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bright Cities program</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> to take actions that can significantly reduce chemical exposures throughout the City. Encouraging Providence residents and organizations to go pesticide free reduces exposures to neurotoxic chemicals and protects human health, pollinators, waterways, and many other aspects of a healthy ecosystem.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">By taking the pledge to go pesticide free, residents and organizations can receive a free Pesticide Free yard sign and the </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.providenceri.gov%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F09%2FpesticidefreePVD-10tipsonepager_engesp.pdf&cf=9044&v=90a17274024c85b343b6c8ae9ed751bcd9f6aeb5a6a60ee45142ee028950d905" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Top 10 Tips for a Pesticide Free Lawn & Garden</a><span style="font-size:12px;">. The website, </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.providenceri.gov%2Fsustainability%2Fpesticidefree%2F&cf=9044&v=231f4cf6efccf81a7fd53dc8186d1665af66412cd88ba977db40dbd7955f0cc6" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sustainpvd.com/pesticidefree</a><span style="font-size:12px;">, offers resources to help people shift away from harmful chemicals, from information about health impacts and pesticide-free lawn care to trainings and resources. Leaders across the City have already shared their commitment to reducing and eliminating chemicals, including West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation, Providence College, Armory Management Company and Blackstone Parks Conservancy.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">This Earth Day, with COVID still at the forefront of planning, the City is shifting from large clean-ups and major projects to encouraging community members to play, relax and explore our parks. Individuals, families, pods, and bubbles are invited to accept a series of challenges to explore different parks or participate in a new activity at their convenience. Complete an Earth Day Bingo, send it in and win prizes like Roger Williams Park Zoo passes, seeds for your garden and more! For more information and to download the Earth Day Bingo Card, visit </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.providenceri.gov%2Fcelebrate-earth-day-arbor-day-2021%2F&cf=9044&v=8c0495aae604575476d7f56b23e228bf8c3c3e17c5ce549bbb0015698ab131c2" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">providenceri.gov/celebrate-earth-day-arbor-day-2021/</a><span style="font-size:12px;">.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">Mayor Elorza Signs Fiscal Year 2021 Budget</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><em style="font-size:12px;">$511 Million Budget Keeps Providence on a Path to Rebuild Through COVID-19 Pandemic; Does Not Raise Taxes on Residents or Businesses</em></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Mayor Jorge Elorza today, joined by Providence Council President John Igliozzi (Ward 7) and Council Pro Tempore Pedro Espinal (Ward 10), signed a $511 million budget for Fiscal Year 2021 that utilizes strong fiscal management, invests in a new approach to public safety response including a Community Relations and Diversion Services Major position within the Providence Police Department as well as the beginning stages of a behavioral health and social service diversion program and puts the city on a path toward rebuilding through the COVID-19 pandemic.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Last Thursday, the Providence City Council approved the FY2021 budget.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">With the Mayor’s signature, the budget will be enacted and take effect for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2021 through June 30, 2021.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">Mayor Elorza's FY2022 Budget Address</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">You are invited to watch live as Mayor Jorge Elorza presents the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Address. Tune in on his </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FMayorJorgeElorza&cf=9044&v=b5f1ceac3da6ac29aeab2bc0d23ef4348a189c5c2fe0bd1b2cdf47a7730169f2" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook page</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> to watch at 6:30PM. </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fhashtag%2Fpvdbudget%3F__eep__%3D6%26__cft__%5B0%5D%3DAZXUAkqhJU9VHZqPqwgZq5R7ZIZjnwpuBnU5oSEgOxj9ZR5AcxKPfjuI8fka9N_dLMlTJ2mhD0diQfdV4TukEvcxMdMdey0P8xMQ8NrScfDN5wYgXPrLHVEz-I5diXxMEVk%26__tn__%3Dq&cf=9044&v=096aa3261b9bcf70d146b55cbb9718df65f9d3b9fd558c3d7378d50d3661e942" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>#PVDBUDGET</strong></a></p>
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<p style="text-align:center;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="color:rgb(227, 112, 30);">Update from the Department of Planning & Development</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">Paragon Mills Virtual Community Meeting</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Join the Department of Planning and Development and the nationally-recognized Alexander Company on </span><strong style="font-size:12px;">Monday, April 26 at 5:00 pm</strong><span style="font-size:12px;"> for an update on the redevelopment of the historic Paragon Mills into 100 units of affordable and market-rate housing. During the virtual gathering, participants will get a sneak peek of designs for the housing redevelopment project, set to break ground later this spring. Community participation is strongly encouraged for a chance to meet the redevelopment team, learn about the project timeline and celebrate this transformative affordable housing investment in Olneyville. </span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The event will be conducted virtually via Zoom. Spanish interpretation will be provided. To join the meeting from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Please click this URL to join: </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fprovidenceri-gov.zoom.us%2Fj%2F93551390452&cf=9044&v=2b9047920215116009608b85400f71a189093974b7494d4dd0f9dd549e75f000" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://providenceri-gov.zoom.us/j/93551390452</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> </span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">REMINDER to Register for the Virtual Coffee Hour: Zoning 101</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Can you build that here? How did that housing project get the green light? Do I live in a historic district?</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Whether you’re an urbanist or simply curious about how things work, the Department of Planning and Development is excited to offer a virtual coffee hour series for Providence residents. Led by guest experts, each gathering will cover topics essential to the planning process. The inaugural event, Zoning 101, will walk attendees through the basics of common zoning regulations and the boards and commissions that review the process along the way. Bob Azar, Deputy Director of the Department of Planning and Development and members of the Current Planning and Inspection and Standards teams will help lead the discussion.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">We hope you can join us for our first conversation on </span><strong style="font-size:12px;">April 28 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM</strong><span style="font-size:12px;"> on Zoom. This event is free and open to the public but pre-registration is required. To register, please follow this link: </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2FtZIqdO-oqjwuHtKoTMLABG8gCz5z9CXyGFjh%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2S8pfvrgMIPhKti60jWvOeTcHeEDwvA-kqWQ4NKCfbBIUwzWiWw6Jj2Xo&cf=9044&v=6a4bab63b33743101732819f16133959e318b79ba089bf54b102cf1aeaf078ae" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqdO-oqjwuHtKoTMLABG8gCz5z9CXyGFjh?fbclid=IwAR2S8pfvrgMIPhKti60jWvOeTcHeEDwvA-kqWQ4NKCfbBIUwzWiWw6Jj2Xo</a></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">For more information, visit </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Ffb.me%2Fe%2F3mVmUTl5M&cf=9044&v=d1dd6837e33daf8801590d589993464ad63e311e64399b1740596cdcf9881949" style="font-size: 12px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://fb.me/e/3mVmUTl5M</a></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">REMINDER to Please Take the Imagine Downtown PVD Survey #2</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The Department of Planning & Development just launched a second public survey, which will be instrumental to our path from conceptual to 30% design plans.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Take the survey here:</span></p>
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<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">Public Meetings To Look Out For</strong></p>
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<p style="text-align:center;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="color:rgb(227, 112, 30);">Update from the Department of Art, Culture + Tourism</strong><strong> </strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 5/2 - ACT Public Art Call: Sidewalk Tattoos </strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The City of Providence and the Art in City Life Commission invite RI-based writers and artists to submit poetry or word-based art for permanent display on City sidewalks. </span><strong style="font-size:12px;">The curatorial prompt is Ode to Providence.</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The Art in City Life Commission will oversee the Art Selection Process and ultimately award 30 artists $1000 each for a total of 30 poems or designs.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The poems and designs will later be stamped into newly repaired sidewalks beginning as early as fall 2021. The stamps will then be stored by the City and applied in the future as funding and site conditions allow. This opportunity is made possible by the Providence Percent for Art Allocation, which calls for one percent of capital improvement dollars allocated for public art. </span><strong style="font-size:12px;">Ode to Providence marks the first allocation of its kind in the City’s history.</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:12px;">We are looking for poems that reflect our diverse residents, Providence history, and visions for the future of the City.</strong><span style="font-size:12px;"> This call is open to RI-based individual artists or artist teams, which can include teacher-led teams, writers’ groups, and youth organizations. Black Indigenous People of Color and multilingual writers are highly encouraged to apply.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:12px;">The deadline is May 2, 2021.</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">For more information and to apply, visit </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fartculturetourism.com%2Fsidewalk-tattoos%2F&cf=9044&v=9a40adcff46af263cb29aea6546f50ac89e8c19ca5d8e5a4ba1e32be84478883" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://artculturetourism.com/sidewalk-tattoos/</a></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Questions about this call to artists may be directed to Gina Rodriguez-Drix, Cultural Affairs Manager at </span><a href="mailto:grodriguez@providenceri.gov" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">grodriguez@providenceri.gov</a><span style="font-size:12px;">.</span></p>
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<p style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 5/2 - ACT Public Art Call: Landmark Public Art </strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The City of Providence Department of Art, Culture + Tourism and Art in City Life Commission invite artists to submit qualifications for a Landmark Public Artwork in the City’s new Providence Innovation District Park. This inaugural, large-scale, signature, permanent work of art will be the first of its kind in the City and is the first activation of Providence’s Art in City Life Ordinance, also known as a percent for art allocation. Successful proposals will grapple with the historic complexity of the site. A site brief accompanies this RFQ which outlines both the current site condition and use as well as historical context.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Qualifications must be submitted through the call’s </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fartist.callforentry.org%2Ffestivals_unique_info.php%3FID%3D8591&cf=9044&v=b2293801fca14c759a945e0b4a38a319471842aae4b69ba4d5877390f48bb237" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">callforentry.org page</a><span style="font-size:12px;">. </span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:12px;">The deadline is May 2, 2021.</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">For more information, visit </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fartculturetourism.com%2Flandmark-public-art-at-the-providence-innovation-district-park%2F&cf=9044&v=d16a2a8fec0de3d732824a7d055b6269f37b447023ec2363f8dad635aed0a1ce" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://artculturetourism.com/landmark-public-art-at-the-providence-innovation-district-park/</a></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Questions about this call to artists may be directed to Gina Rodriguez-Drix, Cultural Affairs Manager at </span><a href="mailto:grodriguez@providenceri.gov" style="font-size: 12px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">grodriguez@providenceri.gov</a><span style="font-size:12px;">.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">Livable RI Poster Campaign</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:12px;">Presented by the Civic Alliance for a Cooler Rhode Island and the City of Providence Department of Art, Culture + Tourism</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The exhibition will be available during City Hall hours on the 2nd floor of Providence City Hall between March 18, 2021 through May 20, 2021.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><u style="font-size:12px;">Exhibition Statement</u><span style="font-size:12px;">:</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">These posters call out for a civic alliance to reverse global warming. They echo the art that built community around wartime efforts, especially those produced by the United States Food Administration during World War I. The substitution of Secretary of the Future is Kurt Vonnegut’s idea that government must better account for long-term interests of future generations. The Livable RI seal indicates the place of origin with cattails representing local flora at the edge of our coastline in this vulnerable state.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The art work was generously donated by local artists and professionals eager to be part of a transformative civic response to the ominous threat of a changing climate. The artists include Irene Allen, Jim Bush, Bob Chatham, Lucy Handy, Mimo Gordon Riley, Janet Downing Taylor, and Edith Vonnegut. The project manager was Paul A. Roselli and the artistic director was Janet Downing Taylor. The concept was developed by Seth Handy with valuable contributions by many volunteers.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align:center;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="color:rgb(227, 112, 30);">Events in PVD </strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"></span><strong style="font-size:14px;">Are you looking for something to do this weekend?</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Check out the </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.artsnowri.com%2F&cf=9044&v=6322152b3f87435648d0ae7cbd1c1f9adbe2463b45154f4789295c887848d3cc" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.ArtsNowRI.com</a><span style="font-size:12px;"> calendar for a bunch of events happening in the Providence area or virtually!</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">For any city hosted, sponsored, or partnered events, visit this website for more info: </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.providenceri.gov%2Fevent%2F&cf=9044&v=6c993f5f9431e1255dc470c61894e094d2c07d0e52eb261f6a7df8873434da4d" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.providenceri.gov/event/</a></p>
<p style="line-height:12px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Check out Go Providence's calendar of events as well: </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.goprovidence.com%2Fevents%2F&cf=9044&v=2c030c65c11694c299eaf7872b17f7413258fdd2aaeea4198d922985a16c4786" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.goprovidence.com/events/</a></p>
<p style="line-height:12px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">Hotel Week Rhode Island 2021</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Hotel Week Rhode Island, presented by Go Providence & Visit Rhode Island, is coming up! From Saturday, April 17th through Friday, April 30th, you will be able to book stays in RI for great prices and experience all that the local area has to offer for dining and activities.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Special, promotional rates starting as low as $100, will be available at high-end, boutique and family-friendly Rhode Island hotels, inns and B&Bs.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">For more information and to book your stay, visit </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.visitrhodeisland.com%2Frhode-island-hotel-week%2F&cf=9044&v=910cfeab8cebafef740c6cd7c95a792aab3de13572d6491306380753fee3e744" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.visitrhodeisland.com/rhode-island-hotel-week/</a></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">Saturdays at Sims Market</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">The Farm Fresh RI farmers market on Sims Ave in Providence, Sims Market, is now open every Saturday 9am–1pm year-round! You'll find fresh produce, meat, dairy, baked goods, coffee, treats, and more. The Farm Fresh facility is located at the corner of Sims and Kinsley Avenues, along the Woonasquatucket River, where you can enjoy other local businesses and artists nearby like The Steel Yard, ISCO: The Industrious Spirits Co., Revival Brewing Co., The Floral Reserve, The Garden of Eve, Nicholson File Art Studios, and Waterfire Arts Center! Learn more: </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Flinkprotect.cudasvc.com%2Furl%3Fa%3Dhttp%253a%252f%252ffarmfreshri.org%252fsimsmarket%26c%3DE%2C1%2CU1kw1sLRm8aOGXtGUiYpYGmuvSkvwIc12ZI59Z0DiYXNVwbl_flMsqfvdd8AHHQX40WjpICIncsX6c8womz83NyncdaPy1HscxDek4WXJwtO6q-b%26typo%3D1&cf=9044&v=a561be369eb7b3341568473b61f85ca566ff8a607d176bf30ae4543851cc28f4" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">farmfreshri.org/simsmarket</a></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="font-size:14px;">RI Summer Farmers Market Guide</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:12px;">Farm Fresh RI's annual guide to statewide farmers markets is now available. A collection of information from the many market managers across Rhode Island, this list will continue to be updated as details evolve this season. Plan ahead for a great spring and summer of local food, and learn which markets accept SNAP/EBT, WIC, and Bonus Bucks. View the guide: </span><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=33520276&msgid=521269&act=12C6&c=184633&destination=https%3A%2F%2Flinkprotect.cudasvc.com%2Furl%3Fa%3Dhttps%253a%252f%252fwww.farmfreshri.org%252fsummer2021%26c%3DE%2C1%2CSsI7bM2n1iYBBW6jOCb25Tqjs1EpZYwir6U4EBdWKUSWoT2WQOpSYjIokGbtaQt2D4wgNWj6x_crmQt9etjiRSl1nifooBI0QqGmR0UQhDQxgw%2C%2C%26typo%3D1&cf=9044&v=323e9ba07b84fe7f3b893a81e1addcb42d981e2cc58e7c0d669edf1bc1eb8bdb" style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(64, 144, 167); text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">farmfreshri.org/summer2021</a></p>
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<p style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="color:rgb(237, 125, 49);">Have a great rest of your week!</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Best,</strong></p>
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<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;"><strong style="color:rgb(128, 127, 131);font-size:10px;">Alexis E Kievning</strong><span style="color:rgb(128, 127, 131);font-size:10px;"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:10px;"> </span><em style="font-size:10px;color:rgb(128, 127, 131);">Neighborhood Liaison and Digital </em></p>
<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><em style="color:rgb(128, 127, 131);font-size:10px;">Communications Specialist</em></p>
<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><em style="color:rgb(128, 127, 131);font-size:10px;">Preferred Pronoun: she/her/hers</em><span style="font-size:10px;"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="font-size:10px;"> </span><span style="font-size:10px;color:rgb(128, 127, 131);">Department of Planning and Development</span></p>
<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="color:rgb(128, 127, 131);font-size:10px;"> Joseph A. Doorley Municipal Building</span></p>
<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="color:rgb(128, 127, 131);font-size:10px;"> 444 Westminster Street </span></p>
<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="color:rgb(128, 127, 131);font-size:10px;"> Providence, RI 02903</span></p>
<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="color:rgb(128, 127, 131);font-size:10px;"> </span><a href="mailto:Akievning@providenceri.gov" style="color: blue; font-size: 10px; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-style: solid; text-decoration-color: currentcolor;" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Akievning@providenceri.gov</a></p>
<p style="line-height:8px;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:0px;"><span style="color:rgb(128, 127, 131);font-size:10px;"> (401) 680-8400 | Ext: 5408</span></p>
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