The Newport City Planning Board held its regular meeting on December 2, 2024, where key leadership positions were filled for the upcoming year. The meeting began with nominations for the chairperson, where Jeff Brooks was nominated and accepted the position after receiving unanimous support from the board members.

Following the chairperson nomination, the board moved to elect a vice chair. Margaret was nominated for this role due to her active participation in previous years, and she also accepted the nomination. The board members expressed their support, and the nomination was approved without opposition.

Lastly, the board addressed the position of secretary. Rick was nominated for this role, and there were no other nominations presented. The board proceeded to support Rick's nomination, ensuring continuity in the leadership team.

Overall, the meeting successfully established the leadership structure for the Newport City Planning Board, with all nominations receiving unanimous approval. The board is now poised to move forward under the guidance of its newly elected officials.