2024 is off to roaring start at New Harbor, with new clients and a new member of the team all on board. Stepping back, I am always amazed and encouraged by the wide range of businesses and good work underway, all with the goal of building a better Rhode Island. We are proud to welcome an array of new clients and are looking forward to working with them to create a “climate for success.”

Community Infrastructure Partners is a team of experienced innovators on the cutting-edge of a national drive to help communities build and replace infrastructure that creates a lasting impact on the lives of residents, businesses, underserved communities and the environment.



The Hospital Association of Rhode Island (HARI) is a statewide trade organization that assists member hospitals in effectively meeting the health care needs of Rhode Islanders.

Imagination Playground is a Providence-based designer and manufacturer of Big Blue Block sets that encourage learning, social development, movement and fun for children (think less screen time and more imagination, child directed, collaborative play). Their Blue Blocks can be found at hundreds of schools, parks, libraries, family centers and children's museums across the country and in more than 70 countries around the world.

Marshall Properties – we’re working with this iconic, family-owned Rhode Island development and building company to help realize their vision of a new community on a former golf course in East Providence to be called “The Met”.

Old Sturbridge Village (OSV) is New England’s largest living museum, which recreates life in rural New England during the early 19th century. OSV also manages Bristol R.I.’s own Coggeshall Farm Museum, another living history museum that interprets life on a salt marsh farm in the late 18th century.

The Rhode Island Life Sciences Hub is a new quasi-public state agency that will promote economic and workforce development in the state’s life sciences industry, positioning Rhode Island for success on the national and international level.

Meanwhile, as we often do, we’re working below the radar with another new client to meet and overcome some challenges they’re currently facing.

It’s been a busy first month of 2024 for us here – looking forward to seeing what the next 11 months brings!

Best,

Building the Team

Welcome Aboard, Jillian Scott!

It’s exciting to welcome Jillian Scott (left) to the team at New Harbor Group. Jillian has a strong background in communications, with experience in city government and, most recently, in the health care sector. That experience, and her enthusiastic approach to problem solving, has already made her a great addition to our team.

Welcome aboard, Jillian!

The Latest!

Quonset's Growth is On Track

One of three locomotives that transport railcars across 14 miles of tracks at Quonset every day

Quonset’s Seaview Railroad broke its annual record for rail car volume at the Business Park by moving 7,513 cars in 2023. Seaview hauls a variety of raw materials and finished products to and from Quonset businesses before connecting to railroads throughout the region.

A legacy of Quonset’s origins as a U.S. Navy base, Seaview operates on 14 miles of track throughout the Business Park, providing rail transportation that is convenient, affordable and environmentally friendly. Last year, Seaview’s rail service kept 30,000 trucks off highways and roads.

“We are proud to serve as part of the logistics chain for Quonset companies,” said Eric Moffett, President of Seaview Railroad. “This record-breaking growth has allowed us to add jobs to our company while supporting local businesses that are also expanding and creating new jobs. It’s an exciting milestone for everyone.”

WPRI

Seaview Railroad breaks rail car transport record

Providence Business News

Quonset’s Seaview Railway reports record-breaking 2023

What’s Up Newp

Seaview Railroad breaks record, transporting over 7,500 cars in 2023

Cybersecurity Institute at Rhode Island College

Recognized in 'State of the State' Address

Former U.S. Congressman Jim Langevin is joined by Jillian and Nygel representing Rhode Island College's Institute for Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies. The trio was recognized by Governor Dan McKee at his recent State of the State address at the Rhode Island State House

Cybersecurity is a rapidly growing field with thousands of unfilled positions in Rhode Island and more than 500,000 openings across the United States. The Institute for Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies at Rhode Island College is preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals with the technical and business skills to meet the cybersecurity challenges of the 21st century. The Institute’s curriculum features hands-on experience, positioning graduates to be uniquely prepared from their first day on the job.

Last month, the Institute’s Distinguished Chair former Congressman Jim Langevin joined Institute students Jillian and Nygel at Governor Dan McKee’s State of the State address. In his remarks the Governor announced a cybersecurity bond proposal for the November ballot that will finance the Institute and secure Rhode Island's place as a national leader in cybersecurity education and workforce development.

According to the Governor’s Office, the program "is preparing students and professionals with the technical and business skills associated with cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies."

Providence Journal

What does McKee's budget offer education? Here's a breakdown, from pre-K classrooms to vaping

RIPEC Leads the Conversation on R.I.'s Changing Budget

The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council (RIPEC) released a report recently examining the state’s fiscal outlook ahead of the FY 2025 budget process. The group identified four key priorities for state legislators as the revenue from massive federal pandemic relief funding begins to expire. Looking ahead, RIPEC expects affordable housing, K-12 education, transportation and health and human services to present budgeting challenges for policymakers.

“The challenge for the governor and General Assembly will be managing spending expectations set when the state was flush with money, while also needing to tackle serious policy needs in vital areas which include healthcare, education, transportation, and housing. The needs and expectations in these areas versus the available resources are going to create budgetary pressures,” said RIPEC’s President and CEO Michael DiBiase.

RIPEC’s consistently thoughtful, forward thinking government analysis is a critical resource for state leaders working towards a socially, economically and politically stronger Rhode Island.

Providence Journal

Inflated by federal funds, state spending ballooned. Now, this group is sending out a warning

Providence Business News

RIPEC urges fiscal ‘restraint’ for FY 2025 state budget

WPRI

Nesi’s Notes

The Public’s Radio

Rhode Island politics roundup

WJAR

Medicaid rates expected to be big issue for Rhode Island lawmakers

RI News Today

RIPEC: RI state budget transitions from unprecedented revenues to fiscal restraint

Local Non-Profits Advocate for Education Options

for Students and Families

The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools hosted a successful Charter School Fair recently to help families learn more about charter public school options for their children. Hundreds of attendees had the opportunity to meet with school leaders, teachers, and students, and to ask questions about the enrollment process, curriculum and culture at each school.

“We are thrilled to see so many families and students discover the amazing opportunities that charter public schools offer,” said Chiara Deltito-Sharrott, Executive Director of the League. “Charter schools are free, open to all, and accountable to the public.”

Janie Segui Rodriguez (right), Founder and CEO of Stop the Wait RI, on the set of Studio 10

with host Christina Erne

For families looking for guidance and support in navigating the public school system, Stop the Wait RI is a nonprofit that provides advocacy, education and resources. Stop the Wait works to amplify parent voices, empower parent leaders and eliminate waitlists for high-quality public schools. The organization offers workshops, webinars, newsletters and social media campaigns to inform and engage parents about their rights and options.

The application period for the 2024-25 school year is now open until March 14th, 2024. Interested families can apply online through a common application system at EnrollRI.org/charter. The lottery results will be announced in April 2024.

WPRI

Chiara Deltito-Sharrott from the RI League of Charter Schools joined Kim for Monday's Community Focus

WJAR

Stop The Wait helping parents with school choice

What’s Up Newp

Hundreds explore RI’s Charter Schools at Providence Fair

First All-Girl Scout Troop in R.I. Celebrates 5th Anniversary

Scouts from Troop 77 Buttonwoods enjoy a fun-filled week down at Camp Yawgoog in Rockville, R.I.

Troop 77 Buttonwoods, the first all-girl Scout Troop in the Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America recently celebrated their fifth anniversary. The Troop was formed on February 1, 2019, when the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), officially opened its program to girls aged 11 to 17 at a national level. The Troop has grown from five to 13 members and has produced one Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Scouting.

The Troop is independent of the all-male Troop 7, but they share an adult advisory board and meet at the same church hall. The girls of Troop 77 learn new skills, serve their community, develop their character, leadership, respect for nature and pursue their goals just like the boys in Troop 7 do.

Warwick Beacon

First all-female scout troop in region marks 5th anniversary