A significant public hearing took place during the Town of Glocester's council meeting on August 16, 2024, focusing on the proposed expansion of a mobile home park. RLM 2 LLC, operating as the Village on Choppness Hill, is seeking to increase the number of lot sites from 87 to 100 at their location on Victory Highway.

Attorney Timothy Kane, representing the applicant, addressed the council, stating that they had previously met with the planning board on August 6. He noted that the board had requested additional information and expressed a desire to return with a favorable advisory opinion. Kane indicated that further discussions with the planning board are scheduled for September 3, but due to the owner's upcoming travel plans, he requested that the public hearing be continued until November 7. The council unanimously agreed to this motion, allowing more time for the applicant to address the planning board's concerns.

In addition to the mobile home park discussion, the council also addressed routine business, including the approval of town council minutes and financial reports. A motion was made to table the approval of the minutes from the August 1 and emergency meeting on August 7, while also approving tax roll additions and abatements for July 2024.

The meeting concluded with discussions on unfinished business related to maintenance agreements with the local school department, which will continue to utilize town clerical services. The council also tabled appointments to various committees until the next meeting on September 5, 2024.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the town's ongoing efforts to manage local development and maintain effective communication with community stakeholders. The continuation of the public hearing reflects the council's commitment to thorough review processes before making decisions that impact residents.