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Providence School Board to discuss ending state takeover of schools
The Providence School Board plans to formally discuss Mayor Brett Smiley’s proposed plan for returning the state-run ...
Providence residents speak out against Mayor Smiley's plan to increase taxes
As Providence Mayor Brett Smiley testified on a bill that would allow his tax increase in his new budget proposal, some residents came out to oppose.
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Mayor Smiley lays out plan to bring Providence schools back under city control
A new report shows how Mayor Brett Smiley’s administration plans to transition the state-run Providence Public School ...
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Smiley unveils $624 million city budget, proposing 7.5% increase in tax levy
On Wednesday, Providence Mayor Brett Smiley unveiled his $624 million fiscal year 2026 budget, proposing a 7.5% increase in ...
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Mayor Smiley announces plan to return Providence Schools to local control
The approximately 60-page-long plan outlines goals surrounding the transition of the district back to city management.