Civil Defense

The Office of Public Defender in Providence, RI, is part of a comprehensive state service framework designed to support residents with various administrative and legal needs. This includes services related to vehicle registration, fishing licenses, business filings, and accessing human services, among others. Additionally, the office emphasizes transparency and accessibility in government operations, offering resources for voters, job seekers, and those needing assistance in navigating legal and bureaucratic processes. Through a range of services, it aims to enhance the quality of life for Rhode Island residents while ensuring they are informed and supported in their civic duties. Generated from the website

Rhode Island, known as the Ocean State, is centrally located between the major Eastern seaboard hubs of New York and Boston. Rhode Island has a temperate climate, allowing for full manifestation of the four seasons. The warmest months of the year are April through October. The state flower is the violet and the state tree is the red maple. Rhode Island s government consists of the general assembly, governor and judiciary. The state has several well-known colleges and universities including Brown University and the University of Rhode Island. Major industries include nursery stock, eggs, machinery, ship and boat building and tourism. Rhode Island has a population of more than 1 million and became the 13th state in 1790. The capital city is Providence.

Established in 1967, the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) is charged by the state legislature to stimulate public interest and participation in the arts and to serve as the liaison to the state arts community. In 2003, the RISCA board established a vision for the arts in Rhode Island and a mission for the agency. RISCA states its mission is to serve "as a catalyst for the advancement, appreciation and promotion of excellence in the arts, by encouraging leadership, participation, and education in the arts for all Rhode Islanders." RISCA's online features allow users to apply for a grant, receive a newsletter, find an artist, research education initiatives and learn about RISCA's special projects.