CITY DIRECTORY
Providence City HallPhone: (401) 421-7740
TDD (401) 751-0203
25 Dorrance Street,
Providence, RI 02903
Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Summer Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm
INDEX
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Welcome to the Providence City Government Directory! This section is organized first by branch of government, then alphabetically by department. Remember, the area code for the Providence area is 401. And for the hearing impaired, general information is available by dialing 751-0203.
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Office of the Mayor
City Hall, 2nd floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 221
The current Home Rule Charter provides for the election of a Mayor every four years. Operating under a so-called strong mayor form of government, the Mayor exerts a great deal of control over most city departments, including finance, and has appointive powers in selecting department heads and the members of most boards and commissions. The Mayor also prepares the annual city budget which is submitted to the City Council sixty days prior to the end of the fiscal year (which is June 30th).
The Mayor's Office includes the Mayor's staff of administrators, policy advisors, community coordinators, press personnel, writers, special events coordinators, and clerical staff who oversee and coordinate the Mayor's programs and activities.
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Office of Neighborhood Services
City Hall, 2nd floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7768 (421-PROV)
The Office of Neighborhood Services is an extension of the Mayor's Office and serves as a point of contact for Providence residents seeking to resolve a city-related or neighborhood concern. A staff of Neighborhood Coordinators handles each complaint or suggestion and will help resolve the issue.
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Mayor's Anti-Graffiti Hotline
City Hall, First Floor
Phone: 1-800-824-4377 or 1-800-TAGGERS
Since its inception in September 1993, the Mayor's Anti-Graffiti Network has removed more than 15,000 graffiti "tags" across the city. The Anti-Graffiti Patrol is dispatched by radio and removes paint with an airless paint sprayer, or with high pressure water and sand called hydrosanding, or with soluable chemicals.
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City Council
City Hall, Third Floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 521-7477
The City Council is the elected body that drafts and passes ordinances within powers defined by the City Charter. There is one council person for each of the city's fifteen wards. They are elected to four-year terms concurrent with the Mayor. The Council's major legislative responsibility is the approval of the city's budget. It has the authority to amend or alter the budget before final passage.
Regular Council sessions are held on the first and third Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. They meet only once each month during July and August.
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City Clerk
City Hall, 3rd floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 248 or 249
The City Clerk operates under the auspices of the City Council. This department is responsible for maintaining and making available minutes and all other documentary materials produced as a result of Council meetings as well as those of its subcommittees, and meetings of the retirement board. The City Clerk maintains a journal of the proceedings of the Council and all ordinances and resolutions produced by that legislative body.
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City Archives
City Hall, fifth floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 314 or 315
The City Archives operates as a division of the City Clerk's Office. The archives maintains an impressive collection of maps, manuscripts and printed materials that cover the period 1636 to the present. Of particular interest to historians and genealogists are its collection of early city directories and vital records. The archives is open daily from 8:30 till 4:30 p.m. Calling for an appointment is recommended.
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City Sergeant
City Hall, 1st floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 390
The City Sergeant works in conjunction with the City Clerk's Office in the distribution of all docket and other agenda material for City Council meetings. The City Sergeant's duties also include the service of writs, summonses and other legal instruments under the direction of the City Solicitor.
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[ back to top ]Municipal Court
Public Safety Complex
325 Washington Street 02903
Phone: (401) 243-6414
The Providence Municipal Court operates out of central police headquarters at LaSalle Square. The court is presided over by three justices who hear cases related to violations of the city's parking and traffic regulations. The court begins its session each weekday at 8:00 a.m. Moving violations are heard on Tuesday morning.
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Probate Court
City Hall, 5th floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 304
The judge of the Probate Court is elected by the City Council and serves for a term of six years. The court oversees the administration of deceased estates as well as personal estates which are administered by guardians or administrators.
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Housing Court
Public Safety Complex
325 Washington Street 02903
Phone: (401) 243-6410
In November 1986 the voters of Providence approved the creation of a Housing Court for the city. The court began operations on October 1, 1987. The Housing Court adjudicates all alleged violations of both local and state housing codes and zoning laws. The court is presided over by a Chief Justice and two Associate Justices. Hearings are scheduled Tuesday through Thursday beginning at 1:30 p.m., and on Friday from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
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OTHER OFFICES OF GOVERNMENT
[ back to top ]City Hall, 1st Floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-0495 ext. 203, 204
The Board of Canvassers is responsible for registering residents to vote. The board will go directly to your home if you are unable to come to City Hall. This will ensure that each resident has the opportunity to vote in any election.
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Board of Licenses
City Hall, 1st Floor, Room 101
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 205 through 210
The Board of Licenses consists of five members appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council. The Board of Licenses is responsible for approving, denying and regulating of licenses issued under its authority. Some examples of these licenses are liquor, food, Sunday sales, peddlers, bingo, entertainment, etc.
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City Controller
City Hall, 4th floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740
The City Controller is responsible for all monetary disbursements including payroll, and controls all expenditures to ensure that budget appropriations are not exceeded. Furthermore, the Controller maintains a general accounting system for the city and examines all contracts, purchase orders, and other documents which involve financial obligations of the city. The controller also submits a monthly financial report to the city council showing the financial condition of the city.
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Civic Center "The Dunkin Donuts Center"
One LaSalle Square 02903
Phone: (401) 331-0700
The Providence Civic Center is a public entertainment facility with a maximum seating capacity of 14,500. The Civic Center features sporting events, concerts, family shows, and assemblies in addition to other special events. It is also home to the Providence Bruins hockey team, and the Providence College Friars basketball team. The Civic Center also hosts public skating. Group discounts for events are available.
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Communications Department
One Communications Place 02903
Phone: (401) 274-1150
The Communications Department is responsible for the installation and maintenance of all telecommunications systems and equipment to include: phones, two-way radios and computer networks. In addition, the Department processes all Police, Fire, and EMS calls and coordinates emergency dispatching for these services. Also, plan reviews and inspections for all fire alarm systems are performed by the Communications Department.
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COMMUNITY CENTERS
[ back to top ]DaVinci Center For Community Progress Hartford Park Community Center
470 Charles Street 02904 20 Syracuse Street 02909
Phone: (401) 274-7474 521-0051
Elmwood Community Center Nickerson Community Center
155 Niagara Street 02907 133 Delaine Street 02909
Phone: (401) 461-7940 351-2241
Federal Hill House Silver Lake Annex Community Center
9 Courtland Street 02909 529 Plainfield Street 02909
Phone: (401) 421-4722 944-8300
Fox Point Neighborhood Center Washington Park Community Center
90 Ives Street 02906 42 Jillson Street 02905
Phone: (401) 331-5234 Housing 461-6650
Phone: (401) 421-4566 Food
Joslin Community Center West End Community Center
231 Amherst Street 02909) 109 Bucklin Street 02907
Phone: (401) 421-8062 781-4242
Joslin Extension Building Smith Hill Center
31 Salmon Street 02909 110 Ruggles Street 02908
Phone: (401) 751-6400 ext. 212 455-3880
Mt. Hope-East Side Urban League
Phone: (401) 521-8830 351-5000
Neutaconkanut Center
675 Plainfield St. 02909
Phone: (401) 946-5134
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Emergency Management Agency (Civil Defense)
Phone: (401) 272-3121 ext. 2313
The Emergency Management Agency works with city departments and The Red Cross to maintain all shelters for natural disasters. Supported by The Federal Emergency Act (FEMA), the Emergency Management Agency provides first-aid kits to schools, services radiological equipment, and represents the city in treating all hazardous material.
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Finance Department
City Hall 3rd Floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 534
The Finance Department reviews the city departments' and agencies' budgetary performance. This department assists in the preparation of the city's annual budget seeks out fiscally prudent ways to deliver city services in the most efficient manner possible. Five-year financial plans and fiscal projections are also developed under the Mayor's direction in this department.
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Fire Department - For Emergencies, CALL 911
Providence Public Safety Complex
325 Washington Street
For fire emergencies call 274-3344 or 911
For non emergencies call 274-33484
Hearing Impaired: TDD 831-4327
Arson Hotline: 455-3473
Fire Prevention Bureau: 243-6050
Fire Bureau Communications Office: 274-1150 (Business related calls)
The Providence Fire Department protects human life and property from fire, prevents fire by monitoring property owner compliance with safety ordinances, provides "first responder" emergency and services, and educates the community through school and neighborhood programs. The Fire Departments that serve the City of Providence are:
10 Branch Ave. 02904 223 Brook St. 02906
LaSalle Square 02903 847 Broad St. 02907
209 Fountain St. 02903 Reservoir Ave. 02907
155 Humbolt Ave. 02906 426 Admiral St. 02905
489 Hartford Ave. 02909 776 Allens Ave. 02905
151 North Main St. 02903 630 Atwells Ave. 02909
201 Messer St. 02909 Mount Pleasant Ave. 02908
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Housing Authority
100 Broad St. 02903
Phone: (401) 751-6400
The Providence Housing Authority administers 2,500 units of housing assistance to low-income families at six elderly/disabled high-rise developments, six multi-family housing projects, and over 185 scattered-site single-family and duplex homes throughout the city. The PHA also administers 2,300 units of section 8 housing maintained by private property owners throughout the city.
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Human Relations Commission (Providence)
400 Westminster Street, 4th Floor
Providence, RI 02903
Phone: (401) 351-0475
Fax: (401) 455-8809
TDD Line: (401) 421-0647
The Providence Human Relations Commission investigates complaints of alleged discrimination in the areas of housing, employment, credit, education, public accommodations, police/community issues, and matters relative to the Americans with Disabilities Act and strives to promote understanding among the City's diverse populations. The commission, in cooperation with the Providence Police Department and the Smith Hill Community Center, operates "Camp Phoenix", a camping experience for Providence boys and girls between the ages of 11 and 14.
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Inspection and Standards
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 353-358
Zoning, Building and Housing Boards ext. 374-376
Weights and Measures ext. 415
The Department of Inspection and Standards enforces compliance with the RI. State Building Code in the City of Providence and monitors compliance with Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Minimum Housing, and Zoning Codes. The Zoning Board, Building Board and Housing Board are part of this department. The department also oversees all regulations pertaining to weights and measures and the licensing requirements for construction.
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Groundwork Providence (Keep Providence Beautiful, Inc.)
69 Washington Street,
Providence, RI 02903
Phone: (401) 351-6440
Keep Providence Beautiful, Inc. is a non-profit educational organization working to preserve and promote a cleaner, safer Providence through city-wide school education programs, community service, public awareness and community outreach activities.
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Law Department
275 Westminster Street, 2nd Floor
Providence, RI
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 333
The Department of Law, City of Providence (Office of the City Solicitor) oversees all legal duties for the city, including those for the City Council. The City Solicitor acts as the chief legal advisor for the city. This department is responsible for drafting city ordinances and resolutions, and prepares the city's legislative package which is submitted annually to the General Assembly. The Law Department also oversees the prosecution or defense of any action which involves the city. This office also reviews all legal documents and contracts executed by various departments of city government.
Parks Department (see Roger Williams Park)
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Human Resources
C.ity Hill 4th Floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 237
Affirmative Action: ext. 242
This office administers the city's personnel records and policy. It assures fair treatment of all applicants and employees without regard to political affiliation, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, physical disability, or marital status.
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Planning and Development
400 Westminster St. 02903
Phone: (401) 351-4300
Fax: (401) 351-9533
E-mail: planning@providenceri.com
The Department of Planning and Development works on behalf of the people of Providence to plan for the city's future and to carry out the development policies and objectives set by the Mayor, the City Council, and various municipal boards and agencies. The department is responsible for a broad range of municipal services, including economic and housing development, management of public improvement projects, planning, research, real estate marketing, and management of the city's Community Development Block Grant Program. The department also maintains a comprehensive collection of land use and demographic data in a planning library, provides cartography services, and pursues grants on behalf of human service and public improvement organizations.
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Police Department
Providence Public Safety Complex
325 Washington Street
To all divisions: 272-3121
Emergency Calls: 272-1111 or 911
Hearing Impaired: TDD 831-3456
The Providence Police Department protects the life, liberty and property of residents. It enforces the city's laws and ordinances, preserves peace and public order, engages in criminal justice planning, and carries out programs designed to prevent crimes before they occur. The department also apprehends violators and assists in the prosecution of those apprehended.
The Commissioner of Public Safety is entrusted with the overall supervision of the police and fire departments as well as the Department of Communications. The commissioner's duties include the formulation and enforcement of all rules and regulations of the Police Department as well as the authority to appoint and remove department personnel.
More Direct Numbers:
Central Station: 243-6400
Chief of Police: 243-6401
Commissioner of Public Safety: 243-6402
Detective Division: 243-6406
Bureau of Criminal Identification: 243-6403
Special Services Division: 243-6418
Domestic Violence: 243-6407
Records Bureau: 243-6416
Traffic Division: 243-6419
Hit-and-Run Unit: 243-6409
Vehicle Recovery Unit: 243-6420
Human Resources: 243-6411
Internal Affairs Bureau: 243-6412
Providence Municipal Court: 243-6414
Providence Housing Court: 243-6410
Also administered by the Police Department are:
Animal Control
7 Service Road
Providence, RI 02905
Phone: (401) 243-6040
Port Commission
Port Admin. Bldg.
2 Municipal Wharf 02905
Phone: (401) 781-4717 ext. 322
Although the Port of Providence was sold in 1993, the Port Commission still acts as the governing body promulgating and enforcing all pertinent rules and regulations in the port district.
Providence Police VIN Division
34 Ernest Street
Providence, RI 02904
Phone: (401) 243-6036
Hours: 7:00am - 3:15pm M-F
Please Bring: Vehicle, Title and Money Order for $ 10.00
Cash is not accepted!
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Providence Community Action Program, Inc.
518 Hartford Avenue 02909
Administrative Offices: 273-2000
Division of Clinical Services: 272-0660
Interim House Emergency Shelter: 831-4570
Low Income Home Energy Assistance: 273-0882
Providence Interim Middle School: 272-0660
Weatherization & Housing Assistance: 273-2000
Providence Community Action Program Inc. is the city's non-profit, anti-poverty agency. This agency assists poor and low-income residents of Providence by coordinating social service programs that will benefit them. Programs include rental assistance, weatherization, energy assistance, substance abuse treatment services, outreach to community centers, and interim housing to the needy.
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Providence/Cranston Job Training (JTPA)
180 Westminster Street (02903)
Phone: (401) 861-0800 Providence
Phone: (401) 461-1000 Cranston
Providence/Cranston Job Training is the local administrative arm of the Job Training Partnership Act. It assists economically disadvantaged residents and youth with a wide variety of programs that include case management and skills training, a Summer Youth Employment Program, dislocated worker services and a job club.
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The Providence Plan
56 Pine Street, Suite 3B. 02903
Phone: (401) 455-8880
The Providence Plan is a joint venture between city and state government to provide opportunities for the people of Providence that address the causes of poverty and urban decline. At its inception, The Providence Plan set five basic goals designed to improve the quality of life for those who reside within the Capital City; 1) put people to work; 2) retain the city's middle class; 3) make the city's neighborhoods safe and livable; 4) prepare today's children for tomorrow's jobs; and 5) provide affordable housing. Recently, the City of Providence was designated an Enterprise Community by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. A $3 million award that accompanies this designation will fund a variety of job and business development programs as well as the expansion of "Child Opportunity Zones" within the city's poorer neighborhoods.
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Providence Neighborhood Housing Corporation
400 Westminster Street 02903
Phone: (401) 351-4300
The Providence Neighborhood Housing Corporation was created in 1993 to stimulate the physical revitalization of city neighborhoods, concentrating on "recycling" vacant and abandoned properties, providing affordable home-purchase and home-repair loans for Providence owner/ occupants, and working with neighborhoods to initiate and provide technical support for neighborhood improvement programs.
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Public Property and Buildings
City Hall 4th floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 300
The Department of Public Property and Buildings has jurisdiction over all land, buildings, and vehicles owned by the city including maintenance, planning, design, construction, and repair functions. The Division of Purchasing oversees the purchasing of supplies for the city. All purchases exceeding $ 5,000 must first receive the approval of the Board of Contract and Supply.
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Public Welfare
111 Fountain St. 02903
Phone: (401) 272-2000
The Department of Public Welfare through the State Department of Human Services is responsible for administering assistance programs to individuals and families in the City of Providence. Such assistance may provide financial benefits, as in Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) and General Public Assistance (GPA), as well as medical coverage or related social services for those qualified applicants.
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Public Works Administration
700 Allens Ave. 02905
Phone: (401) 467-7950 ext. 377
Hearing Impaired: TDD 831-4327
Illegal Dumping Hotline: 941-3478
Recycling Program: 941-3478
Environmental Enforcement Coordinator: 467-7950
The Public Works Administration performs a variety of city services that includes snow removal, sanitation control, vehicle towing, and all permits related to the removal of refuse from the city. Vending licenses on public rights of way are issued by this division. The Highway Division is responsible for maintaining city roads and sidewalks. This division also oversees the installation of guardrails and handicapped curb cuts, painting crosswalks, resurfacing roads, and repairing potholes. The Environmental Division oversees litter, rodent and vermin control, environmental enforcement, and matters of sanitation and recycling as well as street sweeping (467-7950, ext. 46). The Sewer Division is responsible for the maintenance of all city-owned sewer lines, catch basins, and the cleaning and/or flushing these lines and basins (467-7950, ext. 32).
The Engineering Division issues all permits relating to roadway and sidewalk excavation, sewer lines, and other public right-of-way matters. In addition, maintains records identifying plats, lots, streetline, sewer tie-ins, curbs, driveways, and similar matters. This division also runs the Fox Point Hurricane Barrier (467-7950,ext. 25).
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Purchasing
City Hall 3rd floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 261
Recorder of Deeds
City Hall 5th Floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 312
The Recorder of Deeds maintains all records concerning real estate ownership within the city. All deeds, mortgages, leases, attachments, suits, liens, and violations of the minimum standard housing code are recorded in this office.
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The Department of Recreation
One Recreation Way, 02904
in the Valley View section of Providence
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 323
The Department of Recreation plans and administers all recreation programs throughout the City of Providence for people of all ages. Other services that are also coordinated by this department from time to time are youth and senior citizen activities, sports leagues, special events coordinated through the city's network of community centers and the operation of the city's public swimming pools.
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Roger Williams Park
1000 Elmwood Ave. 02907
Administrative Offices: 785-9450
Zoo: 785-3510
Carousel: 781-7710
Greenhouse: 467-9231
Museum & Planetarium: 785-9457 The Museum is open daily from 10 - 5 and the Plantearium presents programs every weekend.
Roger Williams Park offers many attractions for its visitors including a carousel, paddle boats, a Children's Nature Center, the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, and a zoo. The park is situated on 430 acres which includes eight lakes and one pond. Roger Williams Park Zoo has a collection of 450 animals and birds for public viewing. The third oldest zoo in the Nation and the first accredited zoo in new England, Roger Williams Park Zoo attracts more than 650,000 visitors annually.
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797 Westminster St. 02903
Phone: (401) 456-9211
The School Department oversees the operation all Providence Public Schools, however, control of the public school system is vested in a school board consisting of nine members. These are appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council. The school system comprises thirty-six schools: six senior high schools, one vocational school, one alternative high school, six middle schools, twenty-two elementary schools and one special education center. Approximately 24,000 students are currently enrolled in the Providence School System. Of that total 40 % are Latino, 25 % White, 23 % African American, 11 % Asian and slightly less than 1 % Native American. Sixty-four languages are currently represented in Providence's school age population. This department also answers questions about the city schools in general. However, specific questions or problems concerning a school should be directed at that specific school.
Visit our Education Site and see a listing of Schools and great educational links!
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Senior Services Office
25 Dorrance Street
Phone: (401) 421-7744 ext 595
The office of Senior Services was established to address issues of importance to Providence's elder citizens.
Tax Assessor
City Hall 2nd Floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903 Phone: 421-5900
The Tax Assessor functions under the direction of the Finance Director. This office exercises power relative to the assessment of municipal taxes as well as maintaining records on these assessments. The Tax Assessor works in conjunction with the Board of Tax Assessment Review which considers appeals submitted to it by taxpayers wishing to appeal their assessments. The Assessor also supervises the activities relative to tax revaluation.
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Tax Collection
City Hall 2nd Floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 331-5252
The City Collector bills and collects all taxes, real and personal, tangible and intangible, from city residents and businesses. It also reissues new tax bills and provides tax information and assistance when a resident has a problem or question. The Collector's Office is also responsible for collecting all other rents, charges or fees due to the city or any of its agencies. All monies received by the Collector's Office are turned over to the City Treasurer.
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Traffic Engineering
60 Ernest St. 02905
Phone: (401) 781-4045 or 421-7740 ext.319
The Traffic Engineering Department provides for the safe and efficient movement of people and goods on roads within the city. The department is responsible for traffic signals, traffic signs, parking meter installations and collections, painting of all crosswalks and traffic lines, and maintenance of non-standard street lights such as those on Atwells Avenue and Benefit Street,.
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Treasurer's Department
City Hall 4th Floor
25 Dorrance St.02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 271
The City Treasurer maintains, independent of the City Controller's Office, a set of records which accurately reflects the financial position of the city. The Treasurer also acts as custodian for all public funds and selects depositories for those funds. The office, in addition, supervises the preparation of bond ordinances, advertisements and delivery subject to the provisions of state law and the city charter.
The City Treasurer is elected by a majority vote of the members of the City Council to a four-year term concurrent with that of the Council.
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Vital Statistics
City Hall 1st Floor
25 Dorrance St. 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext. 213
The Registrar of Vital Statistics is appointed by the Mayor, subject to the approval of the City Council. This department records and maintains records on births, deaths, and marriages within the City of Providence. This department also provides certified copies of these records for a fee and is also responsible for the issuance of marriage licenses, burial permits and licenses of clergy.
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Water Supply Board
552 Academy Ave. 02908
Phone: (401) 521-6300
Billing Inquiries: 521-5070
Residents in the City of Providence obtain their water from the Scituate Reservoir and its five tributary reservoirs. The system supplies water to two-thirds of the state's population. Currently, the average daily consumption is nearly 70 million gallons. The water system is administered by a Water Supply Board consisting of seven members, four of which are appointed by the Mayor and two by the City Council. The Finance Director serves as an ex officio member. Providence water is known for its high quality and comparatively low cost.
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Zoo (see Roger Williams Park)
INDEX OF CITY DEPARTMENTS
[ back to top ]Animal Control
Board of Canvassers & Voter Registration
Citizens Assistance Office (Office of Neighborhood Services)
City Archives
City Clerk
City Controller
City Council
City Sergeant
Civic Center
Community Centers
Communications Department
Emergency Management Agency
Finance Department
Fire Department
Housing Authority
Housing Court
Keep Providence Beautiful
Human Relations
Human Resources Department
Inspection and Standards
Law Department
Municipal Court
Museum of Natural History & Cormack Planetarium at Roger Williams Park
Office of the Mayor
Office of Neighborhood Services
Personnel - Human Resources Department
Planning and Development
Police Department
Port Commission
Probate Court
Providence Community Action
Providence/Cranston Job Training (JPTA)
The Providence Plan
Providence Neighborhood Housing Corporation
Public Property and Buildings
Public Welfare
Public Works Administration
Purchasing
Recorder of Deeds
Recreation
School Department
Senior Services
Tax Assessor
Tax Collection
Traffic Engineering
Treasurer's Department
Vital Statistics
VIN Division, Providence Police
Water Supply Board
Roger Williams Park Zoo
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City Hall Contact Information & Hours
Providence City Hall
Phone: (401) 421-7740 · TDD (401) 751-0203
25 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
Hours *
Monday thru Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Summer Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm
* Special early closing times to service the last customer apply to certain Departments. To ensure that you're not disappointed, please call ahead or arrive before 4:00pm.
