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PROJECTS 'IN MOTION'

TOWN PROJECT ONLINE DATABASE

The Town Project Online Database shares public information on Middletown's Projects across all departments. For any questions or concerns, please e-mail the Town Administrator at TownAdministrator@middletownri.gov.

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PROJECT NAME:

2027 Red Roads Paving Project

START DATE:

August 31, 2026

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

May 14, 2027

DEPARTMENT:

PUBLIC WORKS

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Mitchells Lane & Jepson Lane Roadway Repaving Project - This project will improve the condition, safety, and longevity of two local roadways by addressing drainage deficiencies and providing new pavement surfaces.

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Milling and resurfacing of Mitchells Lane and Jepson Lane, including pavement preparation, localized base and drainage repairs as needed, installation of new hot-mix asphalt pavement, adjustment of drainage structures and utility castings, pavement markings, and associated roadway improvements. The project will improve pavement condition, roadway safety, drainage, and overall ride quality along both roadways.

Mitchell's Lane will undergo drainage improvements to correct areas of poor surface water runoff that contribute to pavement deterioration and localized flooding. The project may include replacing or installing catch basins, drainage pipe, and other stormwater infrastructure as necessary to improve roadway drainage. Following completion of the drainage work, the roadway will be milled and resurfaced with a new asphalt pavement course. Shoulder restoration, pavement markings, and other incidental work will also be completed.

Jepson Lane will be milled and resurfaced to restore pavement quality, improve rideability, and extend the useful life of the roadway. The work will include localized pavement repairs where necessary, adjustment of utility structures to final grade, installation of a new asphalt surface, shoulder restoration, and replacement of pavement markings.

PROJECT NAME:

Pump Station Bypass & Flow Meter Installation

START DATE:

November 11, 2025

PROJECT STATUS:

ON HOLD

END DATE:

October 2, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

PUBLIC WORKS

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Town of Middletown proposes the installation of permanent sewer bypass connections and flow meters at selected municipal sewer pump stations. This project is intended to improve system reliability, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance while enhancing the Town’s ability to manage, monitor, and maintain its wastewater infrastructure.

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Funding for this project has not yet been identified.

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NARRATIVE:

The installation of dedicated sewer bypass piping will allow Town staff or contracted operators to safely and efficiently divert flows during emergency situations, routine maintenance, or pump station repairs without the need for temporary or improvised setups. This will reduce response times, minimize the risk of sanitary sewer overflows, and improve overall system resilience.

Flow meters will be installed to provide continuous and accurate measurement of wastewater flows through each pump station. The collected data will allow the Town to better understand system performance, identify inflow and infiltration issues, track peak wet-weather flows, and support long-term planning and capital improvement decisions. Flow data will also assist with regulatory reporting and coordination with regional wastewater treatment facilities.

Together, these improvements will modernize Middletown’s sewer pump stations, enhance emergency preparedness, and provide the Town with reliable data to support proactive maintenance, infrastructure planning, and environmental protection efforts.

PROJECT NAME:

Bacon-Pump Station

START DATE:

January 1, 2025

PROJECT STATUS:

PLANNING

END DATE:

December 31, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

PUBLIC WORKS

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Town of Middletown proposes to assume ownership and long-term operation of an existing privately owned sewer pump station in order to ensure reliable service, regulatory compliance, and consistent maintenance standards. As part of this initiative, the current owner will be required to upgrade the pump station to meet all Town of Middletown sewer infrastructure specifications and applicable state and federal regulations prior to acceptance.

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Required upgrades will include, but are not limited to, structural improvements, pump and electrical system replacements, SCADA system, emergency backup power, domestic water and overall site safety and accessibility enhancements. Once the upgrades and the proper land easements be granted and verified by the Town, ownership of the pump station will be transferred to Middletown, allowing it to be incorporated into the Town’s public sewer system and maintained under established municipal operating standards.

This project will improve system reliability, reduce the risk of equipment failure and environmental impacts, and ensure long-term, consistent operation for the benefit of the surrounding community.

The Town Administration met with residents in July to discuss the project and the potential financing options for the sewer improvements.

PROJECT NAME:

Marshall Village Pump Station Replacement

START DATE:

April 1, 2026

PROJECT STATUS:

PLANNING

END DATE:

June 30, 2027

DEPARTMENT:

PUBLIC WORKS

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Replace older 1950's pump station with minimal upgrades dating back to the 1980's. Pump Station is in Poor condition with regard to structure, mechanical systems, electrical systems and generator. Pump Station services approximately 80 single family residences, Oxbow Farms multi-family units, and flow from JH Dwyer Pump Station.

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The pump station that serves this area was first built in the 1950s and has only had minor upgrades since the 1980s. Because of its age, the building, equipment, electrical systems, and backup generator are all in poor condition and no longer reliable.

This station is an important part of the community’s sewer system. It handles wastewater from about 80 single-family homes, the Oxbow Farms apartments, and also takes flow from the JH Dwyer Pump Station. Replacing it is necessary to ensure dependable service, reduce maintenance issues, and provide a modern system that meets today’s standards.

A new station will improve safety, reliability, and efficiency, and will ensure this critical piece of infrastructure continues to serve the neighborhood for decades to come.

PROJECT NAME:

Pickleball Courts

START DATE:

April 1, 2026

PROJECT STATUS:

PLANNING

END DATE:

August 2, 2027

DEPARTMENT:

PUBLIC WORKS

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Town is embarking on a project to design and construct four new outdoor pickleball courts as part of an effort to enhance recreational amenities and respond to the growing demand for public pickleball facilities. This initiative reflects the Town’s commitment to promoting active lifestyles, community engagement, and the expansion of accessible, high-quality outdoor spaces.

The four (4) outdoor pickleball courts will be located at the John Clarke Memorial Park on John Clarke Road. The project will begin with a comprehensive design phase, during which site assessment, layout planning, and engineering considerations will be addressed to ensure the courts meet industry standards and community needs.

Upon completion, the new pickleball courts will serve as a year-round asset for residents and visitors alike.

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Design phase is completed and final bid documents will be finalized soon and bid documents are to be expected to be out soon. Once the bid is awarded, the construction phase will include site preparation, grading, base installation, surfacing, line painting, fencing, equipment installation, and any planned landscaping or site improvements.

PROJECT NAME:

Culvert Replacements Green End Ave/Berkeley Ave

START DATE:

April 1, 2026

PROJECT STATUS:

PLANNING

END DATE:

November 26, 2027

DEPARTMENT:

PUBLIC WORKS

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Project Description:The Town of Middletown is initiating a critical infrastructure project to replace the existing culvert carrying Baileys Brook beneath Green End Avenue and Maidford River beneath Berkeley Ave. These culverts play a vital role in conveying streamflow from Baileys Brook into Green End Pond and the Maidford River into Third Beach Harbor.
In both cases the existing culverts are aged, undersized, and structurally deficient, contributing to roadway flooding, streambank erosion, and impaired hydraulic connectivity. The proposed project will replace both current structures with modern, properly sized culverts designed to meet current environmental, hydraulic, and structural standards. Other benefits of the project include; restoring natural stream flow and improving aquatic organism passage, reducing flood risk to adjacent properties and infrastructure, enhancing water quality flowing into Green End Pond and Third Beach Harbor. The project will also increase resilience to climate change impacts, including more frequent and intense storm events.

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Design work began in June 2025. Design for this project is nearly complete with final design to be completed by August of 2026. This project is expected to go out to bid by March of 2027.

PROJECT NAME:

PERMIT TO CAMA BRIDGE

START DATE:

June 4, 2025

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

December 31, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

TAX ASSESSMENT & COLLECTION

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Import building permit data directly from OpenGov into CAMA system

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We have contracted with OpenGov to allow VGSI, the town's Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) provider, to access and download permits on a monthly basis. We will be working with Michelle Spero as an outside consultant.

The town's consultant and the Tax Assessor are meeting in early September to discuss the building permit project, which include a revised Vision to OpenGov Master Address (Location) Table export/import and new OpenGov to Vision building permit export/import, along with required data cleanup and data management policies/procedures to ensure the ongoing integrity of the link between OpenGov building permits and Vision addresses/locations.

PROJECT NAME:

Construction of a new Middle-High School Building

START DATE:

November 7, 2023

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

August 31, 2027

DEPARTMENT:

SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

In November 2023, Middletown voters approved a $190 million bond to construct a 211,000 square foot building that will serve about 1,100 students, grades six through 12. The new school building will be located just north of the current Gaudet Middle School, which will be demolished and replaced with recreational playing fields once the new facility is completed.

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We are finishing installing the new fire protection line in lower lot. Drain and water run off system has been installed in upper part of site. Air vapor barrier is progressing around building B and C. Exterior masonry is ongoing with the washing down of building A taking place. Roofing work is now taking place on building D. Fireproofing in stairwells is ongoing. Mechanical install is moving from HS section to Middle school section with install of duct work, refrigerant lines , distribution boxes and VRF’s. We have two mockup rooms being worked on with paint, door hardware, and ceiling grids already in place. Mockup window should be installed in the first week of September. Gym is being framed and boarded. Final interior framing is now taking place in the C and D building on all floors

Project remains on time and on budget

PROJECT NAME:

MHS Renovations for Consolidated Elementary School

START DATE:

January 3, 2025

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

August 31, 2027

DEPARTMENT:

SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Town of Middletown is renovating the existing Middletown High School into a consolidated elementary school for grades 2 through 5, including administrative and maintenance offices. This transformation is part of a broader $190 million bond initiative approved by voters in November 2023, which also includes constructing a new combined middle-high school. The project aims to modernize educational facilities, enhance learning environments, and extend the useful life of existing buildings.

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Phase II is complete and all work is being looked at and punch lists are being created. All toilet fixtures in male/female bathrooms, special ed teachers’ room and nurse’s suite are complete. All corridor doors have been installed along with double doors in corridors C1, C2 and D. Painting is complete in gym, cafeteria and corridors on first floor. Sprinkler system piping throughout the building is mostly complete. Roofs over the mechanical wing, gym and cafeteria are complete. The new stair lifts are installed in C1 and C2. The elevator shaft is complete, and installation of elevator will take place next summer. We are also close on wrapping up the new BMS system for the HVAC system. We will not start working on getting the furniture and playgorunds out to bid

Project remains on budget and on time

PROJECT NAME:

Outdoor Activities Pavilion

START DATE:

June 6, 2025

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

June 6, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

SENIOR CENTER

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

To provide space for outdoor activities for the senior center's programs and events.

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The Senior Center pavilion project has been issued a building permit by the Building Department. The contractor is setting a start date soon. There is a delay in acquiring the building materials for the project.

PROJECT NAME:

Purgatory Road Sidewalk Project

START DATE:

April 14, 2026

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

December 14, 2027

DEPARTMENT:

PUBLIC WORKS

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Purgatory Road Sidewalk Project is a critical infrastructure initiative designed to enhance pedestrian safety, accessibility, and connectivity along one of the community’s most traveled local roads. Purgatory Road serves residential neighborhoods, local schools, and recreational areas, yet currently lacks continuous sidewalk coverage, creating unsafe conditions for pedestrians and other non-motorized users.

This project proposes the design and construction of new sidewalk segments along Purgatory Road to fill in existing gaps, ensure ADA compliance, and establish a safer, more accessible route for pedestrians of all ages and abilities. Improvements will include the installation of concrete sidewalks, ADA-compliant curb ramps, improved crosswalks, and drainage upgrades where necessary. Where space allows, streetscape enhancements such as landscaping and signage will be incorporated to promote walkability and community character.

By providing a continuous and accessible pedestrian corridor, the project supports broader community goals of reducing reliance on vehicles, promoting active transportation, and increasing safety for all users. It aligns with local and regional transportation plans and will serve as a long-term investment in public health, mobility, and neighborhood quality of life.

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Bids were received for the Purgatory Sidewalk Project on August 12th. Two proposals were received. The recommendation has been sent to the Department of Transportation for their review. Once the Town receives approval from DOT, the item will be placed on the Town Council meeting agenda in September. Once approved by the Town Council, then the work will be awarded and the project can be scheduled to begin.

PROJECT NAME:

2025 Red Road Paving Project

START DATE:

September 16, 2024

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

September 11, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

PUBLIC WORKS

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Manage annual road paving projects utilizing pavement upgrade and/or pavement preservation techniques. Pavement Management Program details current condition assessment and ranking. Paving Scope(s): full depth mill to gravel base, gravel base to be replaced if existing gravel base is substandard, 2.5" binder and 1.5" top course; mill 1.5" and 1.5" top course.

This Project includes full depth replacement of road base on Miantonomi Ave, Boulevard and Rosedale Terr followed by asphalt binder and top coat. With new drainage improvements installed on these roads and also new sewer main installed on Rosedale Terr. This project also included cold plain recycling of the existing road base with regrading of the road for the asphalt binder and top coat.

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The contractor has completed the pavement top coat on Rosedale Terr, Ellen Rd, Columbia Ave, Sherwood Rd, Gibson Rd and Boulevard from West Main Rd to Nicholson Crescent. The Town's consulting engineering firm Crossman Engineering, Public Works and Town Engineer have reviewed the deficiencies on Boulevard and Miantonomi Ave. We have concluded that an unusually high groundwater table has caused numerous failures of the newly installed roadway system. Crossman has prepared a draft design of corrective measures to rectify these deficiencies. RI Energy Gas has given verbal approval of the proposed design.

The week of June 22, the eastern end of Miantonomi Avenue and section of Boulevard between High Street and Miantonomi were paved and traffic lines painted.

During the week of August 10, the contractor will complete the final course of asphalt pavement for Miantonomi Ave and Boulevard. Following the paving operations, all disturbed lawn areas will be restored with loam and seed to return the affected properties to their original condition. This work is weather dependent and the schedule may be adjusted if necessary due to inclement weather or unforeseen field conditions.

PROJECT NAME:

Community Learning Center

START DATE:

July 1, 2024

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

October 31, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

OUTREACH PROGRAM

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The City of Newport and the Town of Middletown have partnered to develop a Community Learning Center at the Florence Gray Center in Newport. This initiative has secured a total of $7.5 million in federal funding through Rhode Island's Community Learning Center Municipal Grant program, part of the state's Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund. The project is led by the Newport Housing Authority and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Newport County, with support from both municipalities. The center aims to offer programs focused on education, workforce development, and health monitoring, serving residents of both communities. The collaboration between Newport and Middletown reflects a commitment to enhancing community services and resources, fostering a culture of learning, and improving the well-being of residents in both municipalities.

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Exterior painting near complete. Construction completion scheduled for August 31, 2026.

Governor McKee will be visiting the Florence Gray Community Learning Center on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.

PROJECT NAME:

Middletown Library Construction Project

START DATE:

February 21, 2025

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

January 31, 2027

DEPARTMENT:

LIBRARY

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Middletown Public Library is relocating to a 29,952-square-foot building at 110 Enterprise Center, saving taxpayers at least $14 million compared to previous plans. Purchased for $3.3 million, the property requires minimal renovations, offers ample parking, and enhances accessibility for patrons. The new facility will feature expanded spaces for teens, meetings, and study rooms, improving library services for the community.

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Rough inspection has been completed. All framing is completed minus some small miscellaneous items. One piece of the new HVAC system is being installed , VRF unit ( variable refrigerant flow ) and duct installation is starting up. Sheetrock installation along with wall blocking is ongoing. All trades are on site. We are also starting on the outside sidewalk ADA work. Purchase orders have been issued for Furniture Fixtures Equipment (FFE). Project remains on budget and is projected to be finished by the beginning of January 2027.

PROJECT NAME:

Dunlap Wheeler Park Improvements Design Project

START DATE:

September 1, 2024

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

December 31, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Develop a plan to improve Dunlap-Wheeler Park to better serve the community, in the context of infrastructure improvements envisioned for lower Aquidneck Avenue. The park is in a highly visible location and serves as a gateway to Middletown and the Atlantic Beach District. It has potential as a community gathering place, but currently it has few amenities.

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Presentation of initial concept plan to Open Space & Fields Committee for discussion happened on March 19, 2025, during the committee's regular meeting. Based on the committee's input and that of the Tree Commission the concepts were refined and prepared for a public workshop designed to gather community input on the project. This public workshop was held on June 17th where a single preferred concept was presented. The concept has been further refined and on March 16, 2026 was presented to the Town Council with a request to proceed to full design and permitting, which was approved subject to funding availability. Grant funding is being sought for final design and permitting.

PROJECT NAME:

Comprehensive Community Plan Update

START DATE:

November 15, 2023

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

December 31, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Comprehensive Plan Update Committee with consultant assistance from Stantec completed the process of drafting the next comprehensive plan for the Town in January 2026 and referred the draft plan to the Planning Board to begin the adoption process . The Comprehensive Plan a long-range planning document which provides policies and actions to guide Town land use and other decision making in order to reach its goals over the next 10-20 years.

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Over the course of two years the committee, consultant team and Town staff worked to produce the drafts of each element of the plan document. The final public workshop meeting hosted by the Comp Plan Update Committee was held on October 16th to invite input on the draft elements. During the committee meeting held on December 11, 2025 the committee voted to forward the draft plan to the Planning Board. Next, public hearings will be held by the Planning Board and Town Council before the plan is adopted in 2026. The Planning Board and staff are currently working on a document that compares the new plan the prior plan. We have also received comments Statewide Planning on the draft plan, and staff is working to revise the draft to address those comments. Once that work is complete and presented to the Planning Board, the Planning Board public hearing will be scheduled.

PROJECT NAME:

Middletown Center Development

START DATE:

February 5, 2025

PROJECT STATUS:

DONE

END DATE:

July 14, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

In October 2024, the council announced it had signed a 99-year agreement with local developers for the 15 acres of town property along West Main Road. The town properties include the former Navy Lodge land at the corner of Coddington Highway and West Main Road; the West Main Road Recreational Complex with Pottsy Field; the Middletown Public Library; and the former Kennedy School site. That agreement agreement was to develop the land as a mixed use development with a hotel, retail, office and residential housing. A new development agreement has now been executed that includes development of only the corner, former Navy Lodge parcel for a hotel. The West Main Rec. Complex will remain at the current location, and redevelopment if the parcels to the north in accordance with the proposed overlay zoning district will be considered by the Town in the future.

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The proposed zoning ordinance and comp plan amendments needed to allow the development to proceed were considered during Planning Board meetings held on February 5th, April 3rd and April 24th 2025. On April 24,,2025 the Planning Board voted unanimously to send the proposed amendments to the Town Council with a positive recommendation, subject to certain requested modifications. The Town Council must consider the Planning Board's recommendations and decide whether to adopt the amendments. The formal Town Council public hearing was opened on September 16th during a special meeting held at Middletown High School. The Council voted to receive the amendments on first reading. The public hearing was left open and continued for second reading during a special meeting on September 30th. That meeting was cancelled due to a change in the makeup of the developer team. The Town Council's continued public hearing and second reading of the zoning and comprehensive plan amendments was held on June 3, 2026 at Middletown High School. After receiving public comment the Town Council continued the matter for additional consideration, leaving the public hearing open. During the continued hearings on July 14th the Council accepted additional public input and then voted on the proposed amendments to the comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance. Each of the three motions to adopt amendments failed to pass, concluding consideration of the proposed amendments. No additional action anticipated at this time.

PROJECT NAME:

Infrastructure - Atlantic Beach Streetscapes Design

START DATE:

March 6, 2018

PROJECT STATUS:

IN PROGRESS

END DATE:

December 31, 2026

DEPARTMENT:

PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Engineering services contract with VHB to design improvements based on the Atlantic Beach Master Plan, completed August 2007. Proposed improvements include reconstruction of Aquidneck Ave., realignment of travel lanes, sidewalk installation and improvements, drainage improvements, street furniture (benches, trash receptacles), street trees, and decorative street lighting includes Newport Ave./Aquidneck intersection modification. The Town Council has also decided to proceed with the design for undergrounding the overhead utility lines in conjunction with the streetscapes project. The Town's engineering consultant has been engaged to coordinate with utility companies.

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Project completion depends on Town Council authorization to proceed to final design.

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NARRATIVE:

The 30% design plans have been completed, reviewed by town officials & committees, and presented during a public workshop meeting. On March 3rd 2025, the Town Council approved the plans to proceed to 90% design. The 90% plans will be designed to accommodate undergrounding of overhead utilities in the event that funding for that aspect of the project is identified in the future. The intent is for construction of the streetscapes and utilities undergrounding projects to occur at the same time. The Town's engineering consultants are currently working to complete the 90% plans, and are engaged in coordinating the design work with the three utilities involved to potentially underground overhead lines (RI Energy, Cox, Verizon). RI Energy design work is expected to be complete in Summer 2026 , following which designs by the other utilities will be completed and a total cost estimate for undergrounding will be prepared. Once the Town Council determines whether or not undergrounding will proceed, the 90% streetscape design plans will be finalized. Construction funding for the sidewalk/roadway improvements (not including undergrounding of utilities) is included in the State Transportation Improvement Program for 2031.

PROJECT NAME:

Housing - East Main Road (EMR)

START DATE:

January 1, 2025

PROJECT STATUS:

PLANNING

END DATE:

July 30, 2027

DEPARTMENT:

TOWN ADMINISTRATOR

BUDGET:

ON BUDGET

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The Town of Middletown purchased property and is planning affordable housing at 351, 361, and 393 East Main Road, a 4.5-acre site across the street from Town Hall. The project plans to construct 20 to 30 deed-restricted homes for first-time homebuyers, targeting residents earning up to 120% of the area median income. The town received nearly $2 million in funding from Rhode Island Housing for this initiative. Design firms are currently being solicited to advance the project.

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The East Main Road Housing development has been moving along. We went through an RFP process and selected Marathon Development to be the developer of the property. The Middletown Town Council approved hiring Marathon Developers as the developers for the project on August 3, 2026. The town and developers are negotiating the terms of the 351 East Main Road Affordable Housing Development agreement now, which will be considered by the Town Council in executive session on Tuesday, September 8.

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