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Providence proposes new fees to address aging infrastructure, flooding risks

Providence Published Oct 30, 2026, 2:50 PM

PROVIDENCE – The city is proposing new fees on property owners to help pay for repairs and upgrades to its aging sewer and stormwater systems, arguing that the costs should be shared based on how much individual properties use the infrastructure. The city can typically devote about $3 million to $4 million annually in tax […]

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