AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRhode Island Economy Watch: The Fed’s latest Beige Book says business activity in New England edged up, but banks are more worried about inflation, energy costs, tariffs, and interest rates—loan demand is mixed and credit standards mostly unchanged. Infrastructure & Environment: The R.I. Infrastructure Bank closed a $45 million Clean Water loan for Westerly’s wastewater upgrades, including odor control and new aeration tanks, with a 2.85% rate. Youth & Community Funding: BankNewport Charitable Foundation awarded $26,000 across three Rhode Island youth programs, backing tutoring, healthy meals, and after-school literacy and arts. Local Politics: Providence mayoral candidates Brett Smiley and David Morales spent Labor Day knocking doors with the primary days away, with polls showing a tight race. Public Safety: Newport police reported a motorcycle crash on Broadway that sent one rider to Rhode Island Hospital; the crash is under investigation. Health Policy (National, RI-relevant): A new report highlights that Rhode Island is among states that have tried hospital spending growth caps—while evidence from other states suggests penalties haven’t clearly lowered prices.
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