AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWorkforce Housing Push: Quonset Development Corp. and Moran Properties plan 140 workforce housing units at Quonset Business Park, with 40% set aside for workforce needs and additional low- to moderate-income units—aimed at easing Rhode Island’s recruitment and retention squeeze. New Apartments Open in Pawtucket: Dexter Street Commons, a $55M mixed-use project, officially opened with 150 all-electric apartments near transit, including 20% middle-income units. Tick-Borne Health Alert: Rhode Island confirmed a second Powassan case in 2026, urging residents to prevent tick bites since there’s no vaccine or treatment. Public Health at the Beach: RIDOH recommended closing King Park Beach swimming due to high bacteria counts, with monitoring continuing through Labor Day. Harm Reduction in Newport: A new free harm-reduction vending machine is planned for Newport, offering items like Narcan and fentanyl test strips—drawing both support and concerns from residents. Healthcare Strain: A new look at Rhode Island’s healthcare system highlights ongoing recovery challenges amid staffing and financial pressures.
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