Our work
We envision Providence as an equitably prosperous capital city renowned worldwide for its welcoming and inclusive spirit and its vibrant cultural life. Economically, environmentally, and socially resilient, Providence preserves the best of its heritage as it adapts to build a sustainable future.
This is how we imagine our future.
People
Our on-going work promotes an engaged civic and cultural life for citizens and visitors.
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Ensure that our public spaces support economic recovery and long-term development.
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Develop and support downtown transit hubs that connect downtown to neighborhoods, and major regional centers.
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Maintain and preserve infrastructure that supports density.
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Encourage and support sustainable design that is resilient against extreme weather and climate disruptions.
Prosperity
We promote commercial, residential, and cultural vitality + sustainability
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A welcoming environment for all individuals, businesses, and institutions regardless of their color, religion, sexual orientation, or other characteristics for which these or any other classes may have been traditionally discriminated against.
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Advocate for sustainable, clean, safe, beautiful, and well-used parks and public spaces
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Provide opportunities for information sharing, creative visioning, and planning.
Place
We enhance built and natural infrastructure, promoting a healthy environment, and preserving a sense of place
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Source investment opportunities that benefit Downtown Providence with values-aligned development.
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Advocate for federal and State resources that promote commercial activity and development, including competetive tax policies and tax stabilization for developments that enrich our city.
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Support public spaces that provide opportunities for healthy outdoor activity, attract people Downtown, and revitalizes economic activity and development.