Rhode Island S3016 authorizes an $800,000 appropriation to WaterFire Providence for operational support.

Rhode Island S3016 authorizes the appropriation of $800,000 to WaterFire Providence for operational support. The bill highlights the economic impact of WaterFire, including an annual economic output of $151,305,940, over $11,945,205 in direct tax revenue, and nearly 1,300 jobs supported. WaterFire Providence has transformed downtown Providence into an international cultural tourism destination, attracting nearly one million visitors annually.

Rhode Island S3016 authorizes an $800,000 appropriation to WaterFire Providence for operational support.

Rhode Island S3016 authorizes the appropriation of $800,000 to WaterFire Providence for operational support. The bill highlights the economic impact of WaterFire, including an annual economic output of $151,305,940, over $11,945,205 in direct tax revenue, and nearly 1,300 jobs supported. WaterFire Providence has transformed downtown Providence into an international cultural tourism destination, attracting nearly one million visitors annually.