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SMITHFIELD – There was an overwhelming theme of change this year in Smithfield, including spending of American Rescue Plan Act funds, new Republican representation in political offices, plans to rebuild
SMITHFIELD – The Sand Trace residential development received final plan approval from the Planning Board last Thursday, Nov. 18, which will see the construction of all 160 planned units over
SMITHFIELD – Residents and town officials on Tuesday expressed concerns about an additional 60 trees that would be taken down to make room for a large-scale solar project on Log
5/12/2021 Breeze incorrectly identifies site SMITHFIELD – The best viable option for solar energy in Smithfield is at the former town landfill site on Ridge Road, says Councilor David Tikoian. Following a Town Council work session last week discussing possible solar projects on municipal properties, Tikoian said he is in full support of developing two town properties for solar. The Valley Breeze & Observer last week incorrectly identified the privately operated Davis landfill as one of the two sites targeted for town solar and stated that Tikoian spoke in favor of the project, but he was s...
SMITHFIELD – Smithfield will send out requests for proposals to look into all options for solar projects on two town properties and other solar initiatives. In addition, the town will work with Solicitor Anthony Gallone to draft a potential amendment to the solar ordinance to expand the lot coverage restrictions on the Sand Trace gravel pit of Clarence Thurber Drive and the landfill off Ridge Road. Chris Kearns, of the Rhode Island Energy Office, on Monday presented the town options for solar energy in town at the two proposed locations, as well as virtual net metering from out-of-town sola...