EAST PROVIDENCE, RI- The City of East Providence honored the late Avelino “Chappy” Rose with a street dedication ceremony on Saturday, September 27, 2025.

Avelino Rose who is affectionately known as “Chappy” was born on March 21, 1924 in the City of East Providence and was the eldest of four children born to Jose DaRosa of the island of Fogo and Annie Brito Rose of the island of Brava (both part of the Cabo Verde archipelago).

Please be advised that the Commission intends to discuss and/or act upon each and every item appearing on this agenda.

1. Chairman’s Opening Remarks

2. Old Business
A. Vote: Approval of Meeting Minutes from July 24, 2025 meeting.

3. New Business
A. Welcome new member Christopher Fragomeni
B. Kettle Point Annual Assessment Report

4. Staff Report

5. Vote: Adjournment

Plans and supplemental material are available for review at https://www.eastprovidencewaterfront.com/

East Providence, please join us on Thursday, September 11th at City Hall in remembrance of all those who were tragically lost. Let us not forget those whose lives will be forever impacted and let us continue to honor those who risked their lives to deliver aid and support on September 11, 2001