- Government
- Boards, Commissions & Committees
Boards, Commissions & Committees
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Block Island Early Learning Center Board of Dir
This is a community board with Council-appointed representative terms that expire in November.
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Block Island Housing Board
The general purpose of the Block Island Housing Board is to provide affordable housing opportunities for year-round residents of New Shoreham.
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Block Island Land Trust
Block Island Land Trust concerns itself with preservation of open space for conservation, recreation, aquifer protection and agricultural uses.
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Block Island Volunteer Fire & Rescue
Block Island Volunteer Fire & Rescue
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Board of Assessment Review
The Board of Assessment conducts reviews of property assessment appeals.
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Board of Assessors
The Board of Assessors handles assessment of real property, personal property and motor vehicle taxes.
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Board of Canvassers
Find information about voter registration and elections.
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Broadband Committee
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Commission on Motor Vehicles for Hire
Learn about the taxi zones and rates, and other vehicle related information.
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Conservation Commission
Learn when and where the Conservation Commission meets, and who serve as board members.
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Deer Task Force
Learn the rules for deer hunting, including rules against harassment; fluorescent orange requirements; and answers to frequently asked questions.
- Hunting & Fishing
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Hunting Ordinances
Find hunting ordinances on taking of game and discharge of firearms; harassment; wearing orange gear; and more.
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Hunting Procedures
Find the specific procedures you have to follow to hunt on Block Island.
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Emergency Management Task Force
This board composition is mandated by law; find out more about the Task Force meetings.
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Harbors Committee
The Harbors Committee handles all harbor related issues - mooring, anchoring, fees, and more.
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Health Services Board of Directors
Health Services Board of Directors
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Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission is important to the preservation of architectural and historic areas and buildings.
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Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees has 7 members that each have a 3 year staggered term.
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New Shoreham Tourism Council
Block Island Tourism Council fosters the reputation and attraction of Block Island; Block Island has long been a haven for residents and visitors who have found here a quality of life that recalls the pleasures of a life that is simpler, slower, and somehow, more carefree.
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North Light Commission
Find more information about this board such as meeting and member information.
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Old Harbor Task Force
This is the task force specific to Old Harbor of the Great Salt Pond.
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Planning Board
The Planning Board handles town-wide planning concerns.
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Recreation Board
Find Recreation Board specifics and more information such as meeting and member information.
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School Committee
This committee aims to foster the prosperity of New Shoreham schools.
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Senior Advisory Committee
The Senior Advisory Committee organizes programs, services, and other needs for Block Island senior citizens.
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Sea Level Rise
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Sewer District Commission
Block Island Water Company has additional information on the Sewer District Commission.
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Shellfish Commission
The Shellfish Commission is responsible for management of the shellfish and finfish populations in the Great Salt Pond, encompassing regulation of commercial and private shellfish licenses, quantities, methods and timing of shellfishing and enforcement.
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Water District Commission
The Water District Commission meets on the 3rd Monday of the month; find out more meeting and member information.
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Zoning Board of Review
This board reviews all town zoning concerns, ordinances, plans, etc.
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Police Advisory Commission
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Zoning Official