AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoInvasive Aquatic Plants Control: DEM will treat Carolina Trout Pond (Richmond), Shippee Sawmill Pond (Foster), and Meshanticut Lake (Cranston) for invasive aquatic plants on July 15—boaters and anglers should avoid the waters during treatment, and residents should keep pets from drinking from them for at least three days. Mosquito-Borne Health Watch: DEM and RIDOH confirmed the first West Nile Virus detection in Rhode Island this year from a Providence mosquito sample; the statewide risk is listed as medium, with guidance on bite prevention. Coastal Conservation Expansion: CRMC and DEM designated additional Westerly parcels for conservation and coastal public access, building on a NOAA-funded effort to protect Winnapaug Pond habitat and expand parking and access. Public Transit Milestone: RIPTA marked 60 years of service, highlighting initiatives like Wave to Work and pilots such as Flex On Demand. Local Democracy Concern: Rhode Island is seeing a sharp rise in uncontested General Assembly races, raising alarms about voters having fewer choices. Heat & Storm Outlook: Friday is expected to be hot and humid with a chance of showers or thunderstorms later—watch conditions if you’re heading outdoors. Business Climate Ranking: CNBC’s 2026 business ranking places Rhode Island near the bottom nationally, with infrastructure and affordability concerns driving the score.
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