The South Kingstown Town Council convened on December 9, 2024, to address several key agenda items, with a significant focus on affordable housing initiatives. The meeting began with the customary pledge of allegiance and a land acknowledgment statement recognizing the indigenous Narragansett tribe.

One of the primary discussions centered around a request from the South Kingstown Housing Authority for support in their application for low-income housing tax credits. Christopher Little, chair of the Housing Authority, presented plans for the redevelopment of Champagne Heights. This project aims to replace 40 dilapidated housing units and an additional 12 units, ultimately creating 85 new units. Of these, 52 will accommodate existing residents, while 33 will be available for new residents earning up to 80% of the area’s median income.

Little emphasized the importance of community support for the project, urging the council to endorse the funding application to Rhode Island Housing. The council members expressed their support, indicating a collective commitment to addressing local housing needs.

In addition to the housing discussion, the council approved the minutes from previous meetings and the consent agenda without any objections. The meeting concluded with a clear focus on advancing affordable housing solutions in South Kingstown, highlighting the town's dedication to improving living conditions for its residents.