Newport elects new City Council and School Board members

The results of Newport's general election are in and will redefine the city's leadership for the next two years. In the highly anticipated City Council At-Large race, voters elected four representatives from a field of seven candidates.

Although ten out of ten districts report, all results are unofficial until certified.

Newport City Council at Large

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Newport City Council First Ward

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Newport City Council Second District

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Newport City Council Third Ward

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Newport is governed by the Council/City Manager form of government as provided for in the Home Rule Charter. The seven-member council consists of three community representatives and four at-large members, all of whom serve two-year terms.

The position of Mayor/Council President is determined by a vote among the seven Council members, with only At-Large Council members eligible for this role. Both Napolitano and Khamsyvoravong previously held this leadership position.

In addition to the City Council elections, voters also elected seven members to the Newport School Committee.

Newport School Committee

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The newly elected officials will take office in December, marking the start of a new chapter in Newport's local governance.

Newport residents have voted to approve a $98.5 million general obligation bond in the 2024 general election. The bond will fund various infrastructure, resiliency and community-related projects throughout the city.

The referendum, which appeared on the ballot as Question 6, authorizes the city to issue bonds for various improvements, including coastal protection, public safety and road improvements.

The Board of Elections expects to certify the final election results on November 21, completing the official process for the 2024 general election in Newport and throughout Rhode Island.