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Richmond Democratic Town Committee

Shannock Falls

Effective and Responsive Leadership

Richmond Democratic Town Committee

KEEPING OUR QUALITY OF LIFE

OUR MISSION

The mission of the RDTC is to promote the election of party candidates on a town, district and state level, keeping in mind a responsibility to the residents of the town of Richmond for their quality of life. We support local government that is responsive to Richmond residents. We endorse trustworthy community leaders who believe in cooperation to achieve collective goals that will move our town in a positive direction. We advocate sustainable growth that respects our natural resources and infrastructure while meeting the needs of our multigenerational community.

JOIN US TODAY

We meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Richmond Community/Senior Center (2nd floor of the Richmond Police Station) at 6:30 pm. New members welcome!

Next Meeting: August 23, 2026

GET INVOLVED

Sign up to join the RDTC email list and stay updated on our meeting schedule and planned events.

GET ON BOARD

Moving Richmond Forward

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Stock the Shelves for Students!

SCHOOL SNACKS DRIVE
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:30 – 11 am
JOIN OUR 5TH ANNUAL DONATION DRIVE AT RICAN! The RDTC is collecting contributions of individually-wrapped snacks on behalf of students.
RICAN
RI Center Assisting Those In Need
805 Alton Carolina Rd.
Charlestown, RI
Some ideas for snacks:
Pretzels
Sun Chips
Popcorn
Shelf Stable Mini Milks
Juice Boxes
Squeezable Applesauce
Applesauce Cups
Cereal
Peanut Butter Crackers
Granola Bars

Monetary donations to RICAN are also appreciated: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMSYK6F4W9SJW

Endorsed candidates

Richmond RI Democratic Town Committee Announces their Endorsed Candidates for the 2026 Election

The incumbent candidates running for Richmond Town Council have done an outstanding job improving
Richmond over the last two years. We're endorsing two new Chariho School Committee candidates who are focused on responsible governance that prioritizes quality public education and serving all students. For state leadership, we endorse House Representative Megan Cotter and State Senate candidate Samantha Wilcox, who have strong records of effective public service.

Stock the Shelves for Students!

SCHOOL SNACKS DRIVE
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:30 – 11 am
JOIN OUR 5TH ANNUAL DONATION DRIVE AT RICAN! The RDTC is collecting contributions of individually-wrapped snacks on behalf of students.
RICAN
RI Center Assisting Those In Need
805 Alton Carolina Rd.
Charlestown, RI
Some ideas for snacks:
Pretzels
Sun Chips
Popcorn
Shelf Stable Mini Milks
Juice Boxes
Squeezable Applesauce
Applesauce Cups
Cereal
Peanut Butter Crackers
Granola Bars

Monetary donations to RICAN are also appreciated: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMSYK6F4W9SJW

Endorsed candidates

Richmond RI Democratic Town Committee Announces their Endorsed Candidates for the 2026 Election

The incumbent candidates running for Richmond Town Council have done an outstanding job improving
Richmond over the last two years. We're endorsing two new Chariho School Committee candidates who are focused on responsible governance that prioritizes quality public education and serving all students. For state leadership, we endorse House Representative Megan Cotter and State Senate candidate Samantha Wilcox, who have strong records of effective public service.

Stock the Shelves for Students!

SCHOOL SNACKS DRIVE
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:30 – 11 am
JOIN OUR 5TH ANNUAL DONATION DRIVE AT RICAN! The RDTC is collecting contributions of individually-wrapped snacks on behalf of students.
RICAN
RI Center Assisting Those In Need
805 Alton Carolina Rd.
Charlestown, RI
Some ideas for snacks:
Pretzels
Sun Chips
Popcorn
Shelf Stable Mini Milks
Juice Boxes
Squeezable Applesauce
Applesauce Cups
Cereal
Peanut Butter Crackers
Granola Bars

Monetary donations to RICAN are also appreciated: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMSYK6F4W9SJW

Endorsed candidates

Richmond RI Democratic Town Committee Announces their Endorsed Candidates for the 2026 Election

The incumbent candidates running for Richmond Town Council have done an outstanding job improving
Richmond over the last two years. We're endorsing two new Chariho School Committee candidates who are focused on responsible governance that prioritizes quality public education and serving all students. For state leadership, we endorse House Representative Megan Cotter and State Senate candidate Samantha Wilcox, who have strong records of effective public service.

Stock the Shelves for Students!

SCHOOL SNACKS DRIVE
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:30 – 11 am
JOIN OUR 5TH ANNUAL DONATION DRIVE AT RICAN! The RDTC is collecting contributions of individually-wrapped snacks on behalf of students.
RICAN
RI Center Assisting Those In Need
805 Alton Carolina Rd.
Charlestown, RI
Some ideas for snacks:
Pretzels
Sun Chips
Popcorn
Shelf Stable Mini Milks
Juice Boxes
Squeezable Applesauce
Applesauce Cups
Cereal
Peanut Butter Crackers
Granola Bars

Monetary donations to RICAN are also appreciated: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMSYK6F4W9SJW

Endorsed candidates

Richmond RI Democratic Town Committee Announces their Endorsed Candidates for the 2026 Election

The incumbent candidates running for Richmond Town Council have done an outstanding job improving
Richmond over the last two years. We're endorsing two new Chariho School Committee candidates who are focused on responsible governance that prioritizes quality public education and serving all students. For state leadership, we endorse House Representative Megan Cotter and State Senate candidate Samantha Wilcox, who have strong records of effective public service.

Stock the Shelves for Students!

SCHOOL SNACKS DRIVE
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:30 – 11 am
JOIN OUR 5TH ANNUAL DONATION DRIVE AT RICAN! The RDTC is collecting contributions of individually-wrapped snacks on behalf of students.
RICAN
RI Center Assisting Those In Need
805 Alton Carolina Rd.
Charlestown, RI
Some ideas for snacks:
Pretzels
Sun Chips
Popcorn
Shelf Stable Mini Milks
Juice Boxes
Squeezable Applesauce
Applesauce Cups
Cereal
Peanut Butter Crackers
Granola Bars

Monetary donations to RICAN are also appreciated: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMSYK6F4W9SJW

Endorsed candidates

Richmond RI Democratic Town Committee Announces their Endorsed Candidates for the 2026 Election

The incumbent candidates running for Richmond Town Council have done an outstanding job improving
Richmond over the last two years. We're endorsing two new Chariho School Committee candidates who are focused on responsible governance that prioritizes quality public education and serving all students. For state leadership, we endorse House Representative Megan Cotter and State Senate candidate Samantha Wilcox, who have strong records of effective public service.

Stock the Shelves for Students!

SCHOOL SNACKS DRIVE
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:30 – 11 am
JOIN OUR 5TH ANNUAL DONATION DRIVE AT RICAN! The RDTC is collecting contributions of individually-wrapped snacks on behalf of students.
RICAN
RI Center Assisting Those In Need
805 Alton Carolina Rd.
Charlestown, RI
Some ideas for snacks:
Pretzels
Sun Chips
Popcorn
Shelf Stable Mini Milks
Juice Boxes
Squeezable Applesauce
Applesauce Cups
Cereal
Peanut Butter Crackers
Granola Bars

Monetary donations to RICAN are also appreciated: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMSYK6F4W9SJW

Endorsed candidates

Richmond RI Democratic Town Committee Announces their Endorsed Candidates for the 2026 Election

The incumbent candidates running for Richmond Town Council have done an outstanding job improving
Richmond over the last two years. We're endorsing two new Chariho School Committee candidates who are focused on responsible governance that prioritizes quality public education and serving all students. For state leadership, we endorse House Representative Megan Cotter and State Senate candidate Samantha Wilcox, who have strong records of effective public service.

Stock the Shelves for Students!

SCHOOL SNACKS DRIVE
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:30 – 11 am
JOIN OUR 5TH ANNUAL DONATION DRIVE AT RICAN! The RDTC is collecting contributions of individually-wrapped snacks on behalf of students.
RICAN
RI Center Assisting Those In Need
805 Alton Carolina Rd.
Charlestown, RI
Some ideas for snacks:
Pretzels
Sun Chips
Popcorn
Shelf Stable Mini Milks
Juice Boxes
Squeezable Applesauce
Applesauce Cups
Cereal
Peanut Butter Crackers
Granola Bars

Monetary donations to RICAN are also appreciated: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMSYK6F4W9SJW

Endorsed candidates

Richmond RI Democratic Town Committee Announces their Endorsed Candidates for the 2026 Election

The incumbent candidates running for Richmond Town Council have done an outstanding job improving
Richmond over the last two years. We're endorsing two new Chariho School Committee candidates who are focused on responsible governance that prioritizes quality public education and serving all students. For state leadership, we endorse House Representative Megan Cotter and State Senate candidate Samantha Wilcox, who have strong records of effective public service.

Stock the Shelves for Students!

SCHOOL SNACKS DRIVE
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 9:30 – 11 am
JOIN OUR 5TH ANNUAL DONATION DRIVE AT RICAN! The RDTC is collecting contributions of individually-wrapped snacks on behalf of students.
RICAN
RI Center Assisting Those In Need
805 Alton Carolina Rd.
Charlestown, RI
Some ideas for snacks:
Pretzels
Sun Chips
Popcorn
Shelf Stable Mini Milks
Juice Boxes
Squeezable Applesauce
Applesauce Cups
Cereal
Peanut Butter Crackers
Granola Bars

Monetary donations to RICAN are also appreciated: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VMSYK6F4W9SJW

Endorsed candidates

Richmond RI Democratic Town Committee Announces their Endorsed Candidates for the 2026 Election

The incumbent candidates running for Richmond Town Council have done an outstanding job improving
Richmond over the last two years. We're endorsing two new Chariho School Committee candidates who are focused on responsible governance that prioritizes quality public education and serving all students. For state leadership, we endorse House Representative Megan Cotter and State Senate candidate Samantha Wilcox, who have strong records of effective public service.

HERE'S WHAT HAPPENING

MEET OUR ENDORSED CANDIDATES

pictures of Jim Palmisciano, Megan Cotter and Dan Madnick

Senator in General Assembly (District 34)

Representative in General Assembly (District 39)

Richmond Town Council

Chariho School Committee

Democratic Party donkey in red, white and blue

MEET OUR STATE PRIMARY CANDIDATES

If you live in Richmond, you will be voting in primary races on September 9, 2026 for your preferred candidate for state or federal positions. Remember early voting starts August 20, 2026!

You can come by RICAN on Saturday, August 22th from 9:30am-11am to drop off pretzels, popcorn, applesauce, shelf-stable mini-milks, juice boxes, granola bars, and other nonperishable school snacks. It helps set up our local students as they start the school year!

STOCK THE SHELVES FOR STUDENTS!

On Saturday, August 22, we’ll be hosting a School Snacks Drive in support of RICAN. You can come by RICAN on Saturday, August 22th from 9:30am-11am to drop off pretzels, popcorn, applesauce, shelf-stable mini-milks, juice boxes, granola bars, and other nonperishable school snacks. It helps set up our local students as they start the school year!

TOWN MEETINGS AND EVENTS

Charlestown Summer Fundraiser

Monday, August 17th @ 6PM

New Pavilion

Ninigret Park

Richmond Rural Preservation Land Trust Meeting

Monday, August 17th @ 5:30PM

2nd Floor Conference Room

Richmond Town Hall

Richmond 250th Commission

Monday, August 17th @ 6:30PM

Town Council Chambers

Richmond Town Hall

Chariho Necessity for School Construction Meeting

Tuesday, August 18th @ 4PM

Main Chariho Campus

Richmond Town Council Meeting

Tuesday, August 18th @ 6PM

Town Council Chambers

Richmond Town Hall

Chariho School Committee Meeting

Tuesday, August 18th @ 7PM

Chariho High School Library

Main Chariho Campus

Richmond Investment in Commercial Health Task Force Meeting

Wednesday, August 19th @ 4PM

Town Council Chambers

Richmond Town Hall

Richmond Food Truck Event

Wednesday, August 19th @ 5PM

Richmond Town Hall

Richmond Wellness Committee Meeting

Thursday, August 20th @ 6PM

Town Council Chambers

Richmond Town Hall

Richmond Recreation Committee Meeting

Thursday, August 20th @ 6:30PM

2nd Floor Conference Room

Richmond Town Hall

Richmond 250th Speaker Series – Caty & The General: The Greenes of RI

Thursday, August 20th @ 7PM

Clark Memorial Library

7 Pinehurst Drive, Carolina

First Day of School!

August 26th

Hopkinton Seeds of Change Event

Saturday, August 29th @ 4PM

RSVP for location

School Snacks Drive

Saturday, August 22nd @ 9:30AM-11AM

Rhode Island Center Assisting those in Need (RICAN)

805 Alton Carolina Rd, Carolina

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