NEW: Senate Confirms 195 Commission
Tuesday, October 04, 2011
The Rhode Island Senate voted Monday to confirm the seven individuals nominated by Gov. Lincoln Chafee to make up the I-195 Redevelopment District Commission that will guide and oversee the development of the land becoming available in Providence as a result of the relocation of I-195.
Nominated by the governor and recommended for confirmation by the Senate Committee on Corporations, the seven members of the commission were individually approved by the full Senate during its special session Monday, October 3.
Members of the commission are Colin P. Kane, who will serve as chairman, Barrett Bready, M.D., Barbara A. Hunger, Diana L. Johnson, John M. Kelly, Mark T. Ryan and Michael S. Van Leesten.
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“The availability of this reclaimed land presents an exciting opportunity to attract new, high-quality jobs and bolster the economy of the city and the state,” said Leader Ruggerio. “This redevelopment district is a key advantage for our state. It bodes well for our ambitious goals that this collection of exceptional individuals will guide the development of this vital district.”
The individuals named to the commission were nominated by Governor Chafee with input from Providence Mayor Angel Tavares and Speaker of the House of Representatives Gordon D. Fox.
