Welcome to the Town of Glocester, RI
Established 1639 ~ Organized 1731

This web site is designed to offer our residents a dynamic way to stay in touch with town and community events, meetings, and happenings, and a comprehensive means of learning about our town's history, laws, and government. Non-residents are cordially invited to browse this site and discover why Glocester, RI is prized as a beautiful place in which to live, work, and play. Can't find what you're looking for on this website? Please call the Glocester Town Hall at 401-568-6206 Monday thru Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm or use our site's Contact Us form. We hope you enjoy your visit, and we welcome your comments or suggestions.

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF RECREATIONAL AREAS
POSTED SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today is announcing
that it will temporarily close all state-owned recreational properties it manages in Glocester
to lessen the risk of campers, hikers, and anglers being bitten by mosquitoes
potentially carrying Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE).
Read Notice


Adopted Budgets 2023-2024
2023-24 Town Budget - Adopted by Referendum May 23, 2023
2023-24 School Budget - Adopted by Referendum May 23, 2023

Certification of the Financial Town Referendum

Transparency Report: Adopted Budget Survey 5 Year Forecast FY2024


Upcoming Meetings

Planning Board Meeting
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 7:00pm
Agenda

Glocester School Committee Budget Subcommittee
Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 1:00 pm
Agenda

Board of Contracts & Purchases Meeting
Friday, December 15, 2023 at 10:00am
Agenda

 

 

Postings & News of Interest

 


INVITATION FOR BID: ROAD SAND   
POSTED NOV 30, 2023
Sealed bids, in quadruplicate, plainly marked “Sealed Bid - IFB 2024-04 Road Sand” will be received until 10:00 a.m. prevailing time, December 15, 2023 at the Office of the Finance Director, Town of Glocester, 1145 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI 02814.


JOB POSTING: FULL-TIME POLICE DISPATCHER    
POSTED NOV 29, 2023
The Town of Glocester is seeking a full-time dispatcher to work on a rotating schedule. The position earns $24.36 per hour and qualifies for inclusion in the pension plan and a comprehensive benefit plan that includes paid time off and medical and dental insurance.


HELP WITH HEATING BILLS    
POSTED NOV 26, 2023
Apply for or renew your Tri-County Community Action Heating Assistance (LIHEAP).

  • Wednesday, December 27, 2023
    11:00am to 1:00pm
    Glocester Senior Center

    Print Flyer

RI SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY     POSTED NOV 21, 2023
Sgt. Colin Esposito of the Glocester Police Department has recently taken over the position of managing Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification in the town. The Rhode Island Sex Offender Registry website provides up-to-date information pertaining to registered level 2 and 3 sex offenders in Rhode Island.


REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: RFQ - #2024-01
     POSTED NOV 9, 2023
Decentralized Wastewater Improvements for the Village of Chepachet. RESPONSES DUE: December 11, 2023 at 3:00 pm.


WILLIAMS MILLS HUNTING REGULATIONS  
POSTED SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

2023-2024 SCHOOL CALENDAR   POSTED SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
(Approved by School Committee on September 19, 2023)


NEWLY ADOPTED ORDINANCES  
POSTED SEPTEMBER 7, 2023


JOB POSTING: PROBATIONARY POLICE OFFICER  
REV AUGUST 8, 2023
The Town of Glocester is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of probationary police officer.


CODE OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT     
POSTED JUN 20, 2023
Part 4. Land Use. Chapter 350 Zoning. Article VII. Special Regulations § 350-55.
Special flood hazard areas and flood fringe lands.
[Amended 6-15-2023; effective 6-15-2023]

NEWLY ADOPTED ORDINANCES   POSTED MAY 19, 2023


GPD BODY WORN CAMERA POLICY  
POSTED MAY 3, 2023
The Glocester Police Department has enacted a Body Worn Camera Program. Several Officers are currently wearing cameras with the remaining department members by September. The cameras, equipment and all costs of this program are being funded as part of a five year legislative grant administered by the Rhode Island Department of Public Safety.


VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!
      POSTED JAN 26, 2023
If you would like to get involved in your community and can spare at least one night a month, please consider joining a Board or Commission for the Town of Glocester.

2023 DOG LICENSES ARE DUE DURING MONTH OF APRIL      POSTED JAN 20, 2023
To obtain a dog license, you must show proof of rabies inoculation. Dog Licenses can be obtained in the Office of the Town Clerk at 1145 Putnam Pike Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Fee: $7.00.0



2023 MEETING CALENDAR  
REVISED MAY 19, 2023

PROTECT OUR ENVIRONMENT!   POSTED JUNE 3, 2022
Keep Blackstone Valley Beautiful


COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT  
POSTED MAR 21, 2022
For Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2022

TOWN BREAKS GROUND ON HALF MILLION DOLLAR PROJECT   POSTED FEB 25, 2021
Following a 24-month development process, the Town of Glocester broke ground this week, February 23, on its $620,000 renovation of Glocester Memorial Park (GMP). Primarily funded by a $400,000 matching grant from the Rhode Island Department of Environment Management (DEM), Glocester Memorial Park is set to see its first major renovation since its initial development in 1997.

DEM's 2020 Outdoor Recreation Grant was available to all local municipalities to acquire, develop or renovate outdoor recreational areas. Applications were submitted December 2019 and 21 communities, including Glocester, were awarded funds, April 2020.

Glocester’s application featured improvements to the park that appeal to various age groups. Key upgrades and developments include the relocation and installation of a new playground for ages ranging from preschool to adolescence, as well as the construction of an all-ages fitness obstacle course.

On the opposite end of the age spectrum, a new bocce ball area will be created near the senior center. This oasis for the elderly will feature a bocce ball court, benches, picnic tables and several sail shades.

The basketball courts will also see an upgrade. In addition to a new playing surface, the current four-hoop configuration will increase to a six-basket layout. The improved basketball playing area will remain located next to the recently renovated tennis and pickleball courts.   

Additional details about the scope of the Glocester Memorial Park project and other information about DEM's Outdoor Recreation Grant are available at:
www.dem.ri.gov/programs/planning/grants/

Stay tuned for additional information and updates as they become available.


BUSINESSES INVITED TO JOIN SHOPLOCALRHODEISLAND   
POSTED NOV 29, 2020
Rhode Island Commerce now offers a one-stop-directory for local, online holiday shopping. Business owners can opt-in to create a free listing on the website, where they can post links to their websites or e-commerce platforms; highlight upcoming sales; or introduce specialty items or services to their potential customers. The site also features an expansive list of local restaurants across the state that are offering curbside pickup, delivery or dine-in options.


TWENTY PROMISES CAMPAIGN   
POSTED NOV 3, 2020
Glocester Police Department takes part in “Twenty Promises to All Rhode Islanders from Their Police Departments,” a state-wide campaign to help improve the relationship between the police and the public.


MEALS FOR STUDENTS  
POSTED MAR 31, 2020
If you are in need of meals, please contact either the Middle School, High School (401) 710-7500 or the Elementary School (FMS at 401-568-6211 or WG at 401-567-0360) and arrangements can be discussed. You may also access meals at any of the locations listed on the RI DOH's Food Sites for Children.


GPD RIPAC RE-ACCREDITATION NOTICE 
POSTED AUG 26, 2019
Comments by agency employees and members of the community are welcome.

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VIN CHECKS 
POSTED JAN 29, 2018
New times effective Monday, February 5, 2018.


PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT POLICIES 
POSTED JAN 12, 2018
Town policies on winter snow removal (sanding, plowing, parking bans, mailboxes and driveways) and damage claim form.


ATTENTION: ALL GLOCESTER RESIDENTS     
POSTED MAY 5, 2017
Due to the growing amount of trash and litter on our town roads and in our ponds and streams, all trash being hauled in open truck beds or trailers must be secured (R.I.G.L. 31-25-10). Many of our residents have voiced a concern to the Town Council regarding the trash/litter problem in Glocester. The Council believes that asking residents to secure their trash when hauling to the transfer station will help eliminate the amount of trash on the roads and in our ponds.

Please do your part to KEEP GLOCESTER CLEAN AND GREEN. Help us clean up our roadways and ponds by doing your part and be sure your trash is secure.

Thank you to all residents who actively pick up litter on our roads and properties. Let’s all work together and continue to KEEP GLOCESTER CLEAN AND GREEN.

The Glocester Town Council


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TOWN HALL HOURS
Mon-Fri: 8:00am-4:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed

TRANSFER STATION
Mon: Closed
Tue-Fri: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Sat-Sun: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Closed 1/2 Day Christmas Eve
Closed 1/2 Day New Year’s Eve
Closed All Holidays
Closed All Snow Events

EMERGENCY INFO
Any Emergency
911
Crime Hotline
401-568-1599
Domestic Violence
1-800-494-8100
Poison Hotline
1-800-222-1222
Power Outage
1-800-465-1212
School Closures
 
Channel 6
Channel 10
Channel 12
For early dismissals ONLY:
Cancellations.com

TOWN DIRECTORY
Town Clerk
401-568-6206, Ext. 0
General Information
401-568-6206, Ext. 9
Dial by Name Directory
401-568-6206, Ext. 411
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Animal Control
568-3885
Board of Canvassers
568-6206, Ext. 0
Building/Zoning Official
568-6206, Ext. 1
 Emergency Management
568-2533
Emergency Services
568-1879
Finance Director
568-6206, Ext. 218
Glocester Home Repair
568-6206, Ext. 2
Hearing Impaired
568-1422
Highway
568-5540
Housing Authority
568-5100
Human Services
568-6206, Ext. 222
Human Resources
568-6206, Ext. 5
Planning
568-6206, Ext. 2
 Police Station
568-2533
Probate Judge
647-1400
Public Works
568-5540
Recreation
568-6206, Ext. 224
Senior Center
567-4557
 Senior Center Dining Room
567-4557
Senior Transportation Van
568-2533
Tax Assessor
568-6206, Ext. 3
Tax Collector
568-6206, Ext. 4
Town Clerk
568-6206, Ext. 0
Town Council President
568-6206, Ext. 0
Town Planner
568-6206, Ext. 2
Town Sergeant
568-6206, ext. 0
Town Solicitor
781-1100
Assistant Solicitor
949-2228
Transfer Station
568-1130
Treasurer/Finance
568-6206, Ext. 5





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