FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Cities of Pawtucket and Central Falls Invite Community Input on Hazard Mitigation Plan
August 19, 2024
The Cities of Pawtucket and Central Falls are extending an invitation to the community to review the Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. This plan details all the natural hazard risks that may impact the Cities and includes a list of potential actions to mitigate those risks.
The Local Planning Team, in partnership with Jamie Caplan Consulting LLC, a Northampton, MA-based firm, developed the plan. FEMA approval, coupled with City adoption, will enable each City to access pre- and post-disaster hazard mitigation grant funds.
Engage with the Draft Plan:
- For Online Access:
- Central Falls: https://www.centralfallsri.gov,
- Pawtucket: Plan
- For In-Person Viewing:
- Central Falls: Clerks Office, Planning Department, and the Library
- Pawtucket: City Hall and the Public Library
Commentary Period:
- August 21, 2024 – September 12, 2024
How to Provide Feedback:
- Complete the Google Form to provide feedback. It’s located with hard copies of the plan and online at: https://forms.gle/mb1cbxNk8U1YMB6r9
For Further Inquiries:
- Central Falls: Jim Vandermillen, Director, Planning & Economic Development, Phone: 401-616-2425 Email: [email protected]
- Pawtucket: Camerin Bennett, Assistant Director, Department of Planning and Redevelopment, Phone: 401-728-0500 Email: [email protected]
Public engagement lies at the core of our Hazard Mitigation Plan. It is imperative that this plan reflects the diverse perspectives and priorities of the City’s residents as we move to mitigate risks posed by natural hazards and climate change.