Amazing opportunity with purchase of Camp Shepard
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Amazing opportunity with purchase of Camp Shepard
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SMITHFIELD β The town has taken advantage of what Town Council President Suzy Alba calls a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with the purchase of the Camp Shepard property, which includes 114 acres of ...Question ? since when is the town in the real- estate business ? 1)Salt Barn - owned for yrs with no tax dollars coming in ! 2)now this - REALLY π€ Watch your taxes in the next few yrs - Going up π
Things like this should be voted on by all Smithfield residents since we are the ones footing the bill.
I know people worry about the bill and it iis a legitimate concern but, in the long run, this purchase will be cheaper for the taxpayers than if this were to be developed. It is proven that residential development cost more in taxes than the revenue coming in due to increased service demands and the impact on schools. What is even more important is protecting the environment, places to clean and recharge water resources, wildlife habitats and an incredible recreational opportunity for town residents, it is a win all around. Great job to the Smithfield Town council for recognizing these benefits. For me, it is not about the money, it is about the science of land conservation and how it is so critical for the quality of life for everyone.
Scott Demaine
I moved to Smithfield in 1960 an I will tell you in the last 5-7 years this town has gone to hell. The schools ratings have fallen, taxes rising an as John Tassoni Jr states when did the Town go in the Real Estate business. Watch what happens. It should of been put to a vote.
Beautiful property with so much potential!
I was told we didn’t have any money to complete the Boyle Complex at the high school to get a new track and field but yet we used $1.2 million of reserve to buy a piece of property that is just going to sit there .
I would want to know if any federal funds were used for this or is this truly for the people in Smithfield.
Anthony Girard
The PaintCare Event is ready for early birds. If you registered and would like to come now (7:30 a.m.), we are ready to go. This event will be well attended. You're patience is appreciated.
I didn't know about this iam a town resident ,I have about a 1/2 dozen or so to get rid of can i come down
Thanks i was just there π
Just went.. quick and easy! Thank you!!!
This is traffic I appreciate! Thank you!
I registered for this event and was turned away by the police detail saying it was full. What was the point in having people register? Now I have to bring everything back in the house. What a waste of time.
What time is the event extended until for those of us that registered and were turned away because of crowds?
Great idea but no one even with a ticket can get in π‘
What a waste of time!!!
I think this event needs a little rethinking in the future. Everyone in the Pleasant View traffic for more than a half hour was late to opening day of soccer.
I tried to register but was unable to online...I called the number but it went to voicemail and no one ever called back.
I am so disappointed. I registered early.. had someone put the heavy boxes in the car.. and they are still thereπ‘ Everyone has a story. Mine is my husband is in ICU. Visiting hours strict 11-1. I only had One Shot to get to DPW and was turned away also. Would not be back in Town till the event closed... so frustrating to have the availability of a good event, only to be turned away...... There has to be a better way......
For those of you that were not able to bring paint to the event, paint (5 gallons or less per visit) is accepted at some locations in town. Please call the location to make sure they are able to accept the type and quantity that you would like to drop-off. The sites accept latex, stain, oil and varnish in original containers (not leaking). Spray paints are not accepted. Sherwin-Williams- 231-4670 Rocky's Ace Hardware- 949-1150 Douglas Lumber- 231-6800 If you have more than 5 gallons of paint, you may want to consider attending an Eco Depot Household Hazardous Waste event. www.rirrc.org/recycling-composting-disposal/hazardous-waste/household-hazardous-waste
Smithfield Photo of the Day
Sunset on Stillwater Reservoir, September 8, 2020
Photo by Robert Sabo
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We will try to post a Smithfield-related photo on our Facebook page a few times a month.
We encourage your contributions!
We are looking for scenic, historic, wildlife or general interest photos of our town. You don't have to be a Smithfield resident to participate.
If you have any photos that you would like to contribute, please email them to webmaster@smithfieldri.com and please note "Smithfield Photo" in the subject line.
The Town of Smithfield reserves the right to choose which photos are posted.
Please include the location of the photo and your name in your email. If you'd like to include a sentence or two about your photo, feel free.
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Wow! This is beautiful!
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I find it interesting that it is historic or nature photos and there is always a push against preservation!
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This is absolutely gorgeous
Beautiful picture!
Beautiful!
Donna Conde, you missed this one. Lol
Remembering Smithfield Little League New England Champions of 50 years ago
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Remembering Smithfield Little League New England Champions of 50 years ago
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SMITHFIELD β Shortened summer baseball seasons wrapped up to end August, and the month also marked the 50th anniversary of the Smithfield Senior Little League team winning the New England Championsh...UPDATE: Registration for this Paint Care Event is now closed. Please be mindful that Paint Care collection sites will accept up to 5 gallons of paint during their normal business hours. Please call the store in advance of drop-off to ensure that they are able to accept the type and quantity of paint that you have. Smithfield collection sites are listed below.
RECYCLING REMINDERS- If you are planning to attend the Paint Care event this Saturday, September 12th, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Smithfield DPW, please be sure to register through the link below.
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The event is expected to be well attended. If you have small amounts of paint, 5 gallons or less, consider dropping it off at a Paint Care collection site. The sites accept latex, stain, oil and varnish in original containers (not leaking). Spray paints are not accepted. The Smithfield sites are listed below. Please call the site before heading over to ensure that they are able to accept the quantity and type of paint that you would like to drop off.
Sherwin-Williams- 231-4670
Rocky's Ace Hardware- 949-1150
Douglas Lumber- 231-6800
Paint Drop-Off Event - Smithfield Highway Garage
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Free Paint Drop-Off Event for Households & Businesses. Open to Rhode Island residents only.We can not drop off paint? I wasn't aware we had to register.
In line about an hour. Grateful to dispose of about 20 cans. Thanks for holding this event.
Well two hours of trying to get in the road to drop off our pre-registered paint decide to give up. You need to hold more of these obviously need to register by time so you can actually get in.
Last Day of the Early Voting Period For The Tuesday β September 8, 2020 β Primary Election
Today - Monday, September 7th
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Smithfield Town Hall, Council Chambers, 64 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, R.I. 02917
Please visit our website at smithfieldri.com/town-clerk/voter-information/
to view the sample ballot for the September Primary. You can also contact the Smithfield Town Clerkβs Office at 233-1000 x 116.
Voter Information — Town of Smithfield, RI
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TOWN OF SMITHFIELD EMERGENCY VOTING PERIOD FOR THE TUESDAY β SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 β PRIMARY ELECTION WILL BE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2020 THROUGH MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2020.RECYCLING REMINDERS- There will be no trash/recycling and yard waste collection on Monday, September 7th due to the Labor Day holiday. Collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week. Enjoy the weekend!
Smithfield police highlighted for accreditation status
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Smithfield police highlighted for accreditation status
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SMITHFIELD β The Smithfield Police Department kicked off the first Rhode Island Police Accreditation Commission Agency Spotlight this month for its accomplishments in the community and its departmen...Good for them, we are blessed here in Smithfield to have such a great and professional Police Department.
We are lucky to have such a great police dept in Smithfield!
We are so lucky to have a great police department!π
So proud of our police dept, congratulations to you all
God bless you all and stay safe.
Officials prepared for primary day in Smithfield
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Officials prepared for primary day in Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD β Voting on primary day next Tuesday, Sept. 8, will look different than in past years, said Board of Canvassers member Pasquale Matteo, as the town is prepared to keep the public safe usi...RIDOH and RIDEM recommend lifting restrictions for blue-green algae in Georgiaville Pond
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RIDOH and RIDEM recommend lifting restrictions for blue-green algae in Georgiaville Pond
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PROVIDENCE β The Rhode Island Department of Health and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management recommend lifting the advisory restricting recreational activities at Georgiaville Pond...Yay!!!!!
Just in time to lower the levels for the winter. If people were smart they just wouldn't bother this year because if what the article is saying that it could just pop up why bother risking getting sick with that at this point? For all those who walk their dogs up there too when it does say no dogs allowed I wouldn't let them touch the water. Their lives are precious too!!
Smithfield Town Hall will be closed on Monday, September 7th, for Labor Day.
No Trash Pickup on Monday, September 7th. Trash pickup will be delayed one day for the rest of that week.
September 1, 2020 - Issue 10
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News and Updates Town of Smithfield ο»Ώ news & updates September 1, 2020 | Issue 10 UPCOMING EVENTS See what's happening this month. Labor Day: 9/7 Town Hall Closed No Trash Pickup MEETINGS Town Counc...We all know you already got the results back of the blue green algae in Georgiaville pond how about you share the information with the good people of Smithfield
How about fixing lower Sprague Reservoir. It’s a swamp!!!!
Employment Opportunity: Executive Secretary - Smithfield Police Department. Full-time, union position. Responsibilities include: answering phones, maintaining confidential records, scheduling appointments, transcribing tapes, typing letters, processing licenses, preparing personnel orders, sending media releases, ordering supplies, etc.
Full information on the Smithfield Police Department's website: smithfieldpd.com/employment/
Employment | Smithfield Police Department
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Employment Civilian Employment Executive Secretary β Smithfield Police Dept: Full-time, union position. Responsibilities include: answering phones, maintaining confidential records, scheduling appoi...Casey Molloy
Valerie Cole Bernardo
Smithfield Fire Department's own Lt. Joe Dougherty, along with Massachusetts Task Force-1, have been activated by FEMA and are heading south to help with hurricane relief efforts. We wish him and everyone else on the team safe travels... Be safe!SFD's own Lt. Dougherty along with Massachusetts Task Force-1 have been activated by FEMA and are heading south to help with hurricane relief efforts. We wish him and everyone else on the team safe travels... Be safe!
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good luck be safe
Good luck and safe travels
Be safe
Everyone be safe.
Be safe
Be safe and god bless . Thank you for your service
Be safeππ
Good luck and be safe!ππ»
Stay safe
Be safe Joe Dougherty and crew! Thank you for your service! β€οΈ
Be safe Joe Dougherty
Stay safe Joe Dougherty!
Stay safe
Be safe!
Safe travels And a safe return Joe and all heroes helping!
Stay safe
Safe travels! Stay safe!
Stay safe everyone!
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Be safe and Thank you! ππ
Be safe!!
God speed Lt. Dougherty and be safe.
Be safe
Be safe!
Smithfield Photo of the Day
Starry, starry night...Onion Meadow (off Stump Pond), 8/20/20
Photo by Bob Sabo
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We will try to post a Smithfield-related photo on our Facebook page a few times a month.
We encourage your contributions!
We are looking for scenic, historic, wildlife or general interest photos of our town. You don't have to be a Smithfield resident to participate.
If you have any photos that you would like to contribute, please email them to webmaster@smithfieldri.com and please note "Smithfield Photo" in the subject line.
The Town of Smithfield reserves the right to choose which photos are posted.
Please include the location of the photo and your name in your email. If you'd like to include a sentence or two about your photo, feel free.
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how beautiful!!