2022 Environmental Achievement Award
The Town of Warren, R.I.
The Town of Warren has earned its place as a leader among municipalities for stewardship of the Bay and the environment, public access to the shore, and climate adaptation.
The Town has partnered with Save The Bay and the Eastern RI Conservation District on stormwater projects throughout town, including the installation of green infrastructure and training town staff on green infrastructure maintenance. It has adopted a single-use plastic bag ban and promoted access to the shores of Narragansett Bay.
The Town has championed the Kickemuit River Restoration Project with the Bristol County Water Authority, and has created the most visionary, ambitious plan for coastal climate adaptation with its Market to Metacom initiative, which calls for the relocation of homes and businesses from a flood-prone area of town to a higher-elevation area that can accommodate redevelopment.
The Warren Town Council and town staff, especially Town Manager Kate Michaud and Director of Planning & Community Development Bob Rulli, have stepped up to address Warren’s environmental and climate challenges head-on. They deserve recognition.