Boards, Commissions & Committees

Block Island Early Learning Center Board of Dir

This is a community board with Council-appointed representative terms that expire in November.

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.

Block Island Land Trust

Block Island Land Trust concerns itself with preservation of open space for conservation, recreation, aquifer protection and agricultural uses.

1. Land Trust Form Filing Requirements

2. Property Transfers

3. Land Trust Fiscal Reports

4. Poll Results

5. Enabling Legislation, Rules & Regulations

6. Land Trust Policies

7. Photo Gallery

Block Island Volunteer Fire & Rescue

Block Island Volunteer Fire & Rescue

1. Safey Reminders

Board of Assessment Review

The Board of Assessment conducts reviews of property assessment appeals.

Board of Assessors

The Board of Assessors handles assessment of real property, personal property and motor vehicle taxes.

Board of Canvassers

Find information about voter registration and elections.

Broadband Committee

Commission on Motor Vehicles for Hire

Learn about the taxi zones and rates, and other vehicle related information.

Conservation Commission

Learn when and where the Conservation Commission meets, and who serve as board members.

Deer Task Force

Learn the rules for deer hunting, including rules against harassment; fluorescent orange requirements; and answers to frequently asked questions.

1. Hunting & Fishing

2. Hunting Ordinances

   Find hunting ordinances on taking of game and discharge of firearms; harassment; wearing orange gear; and more.

3. Hunting Procedures

   Find the specific procedures you have to follow to hunt on Block Island.

Emergency Management Task Force

This board composition is mandated by law; find out more about the Task Force meetings.

Harbors Committee

The Harbors Committee handles all harbor related issues - mooring, anchoring, fees, and more.

Health Services Board of Directors

Health Services Board of Directors

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission is important to the preservation of architectural and historic areas and buildings.

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees has 7 members that each have a 3 year staggered term.

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.

North Light Commission

Find more information about this board such as meeting and member information.

Old Harbor Task Force

This is the task force specific to Old Harbor of the Great Salt Pond.

Planning Board

The Planning Board handles town-wide planning concerns.

Recreation Board

Find Recreation Board specifics and more information such as meeting and member information.

School Committee

This committee aims to foster the prosperity of New Shoreham schools.

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee organizes programs, services, and other needs for Block Island senior citizens.

Sea Level Rise

Sewer District Commission

Block Island Water Company has additional information on the Sewer District Commission.

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.

Water District Commission

The Water District Commission meets on the 3rd Monday of the month; find out more meeting and member information.

Zoning Board of Review

This board reviews all town zoning concerns, ordinances, plans, etc.

Police Advisory Commission

Zoning Official