Effective and Responsive Leadership
KEEPING OUR QUALITY OF LIFE
OUR MISSION
The mission of the RDTC is to promote the election of party candidates on a town, district and state level, keeping in mind a responsibility to the residents of the town of Richmond for their quality of life. We support local government that is responsive to Richmond residents. We endorse trustworthy community leaders who believe in cooperation to achieve collective goals that will move our town in a positive direction. We advocate sustainable growth that respects our natural resources and infrastructure while meeting the needs of our multigenerational community.
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We meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Richmond Community/Senior Center (2nd floor of the Richmond Police Station) at 6:30 pm. New members welcome!
Next Meeting: May 28, 2025
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Come vote to support the FY25-26 Richmond municipal budget! The proposed budget keeps the Richmond tax rate at its current level. It includes updates that balance fiscal responsibility with investments in the town's future. Some of they key points of the budget are:
- Increased investment in road repairs and maintenance, to start a sustainable approach that reduces the need for loans in the future
- Dedicated funds for community parks and playgrounds
- Combining Recreation and Human Services Departments to align their efforts
- Providing competitive salaries for police and town employees to retain and attract a skilled workforce
- Bring in a grant writer as an independent contractor to increase the town’s ability to secure external funding for town needs
You can see the whole proposed budget at https://www.richmondri.com/133/Finance
State Leader Series with RI Attorney General Peter Neronha
The State Leader Series is an opportunity to meet for discussion with elected leaders who are representing and serving Rhode Island.
The top legal official in RI, Attorney General Peter Neronha heads an office that prosecutes criminal cases; represents state agencies, departments and commissions in litigation; and initiates legal action to protect the interests of Rhode Islanders.
This event is non-partisan and all are welcome.
State Leader Series with RI Attorney General Peter Neronha
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 6PM
RICHMOND COMMUNITY/SENIOR CENTER
Second Floor of Richmond Police Department
Check out Our Latest Blog Post: How Federal Funds Benefit Richmond
Did you know how much the town of Richmond relies on federal funding for capital improvements? Over the last couple years, the town of Richmond has benefited directly from over $4 million in grants. For small towns like Richmond, it is important to get financial support at the federal level to help with larger public projects.
TOWN MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Annual Richmond Historical Society Meeting
Saturday, May 24th @ 12:30pm
Clark Memorial Library
7 Pinehurst Drive, Richmond
Richmond Planning Board
Tuesday, May 27th @ 6:30pm
Town Council Chambers
Richmond Town Hall
Chariho Health and Wellness Subcommittee Meeting
Tuesday, May 27th @ 4pm
Chariho High School Library
453 Switch Road, Wood River Junction
Richmond Democratic Town Committee Meeting
Wednesday, May 28th @ 6:30pm
Richmond Senior/Community Center
1168 Main Street, Wyoming
Chariho Policy Subcommittee Meeting
Monday, June 2nd @ 4pm
Chariho High School Library
453 Switch Road, Wood River Junction