Joseph R. Paolino Jr.
Regionalizing R.I.’s pensions could save us
There is no avoiding the disastrous consequences of Providence’s $1.2 billion unfunded pension liability. In fact, the argument could be made that the city...
New life for Superman?
It's no mystery that one of the prime reasons why Providence is hailed as a beautiful city is because our history is preserved. While...
We saved Shepard’s, we can save ‘Superman’ too
I have been blessed to live and work all my life in Providence and to represent this great city as mayor. Many times in...
Reviving R.I. economy is not that complicated – just do it
Two decades ago, Rhode Island was in the grip of a harsh and unrelenting recession. The mood in the state was grim.
One night...
‘Superman’ in need of a real estate rescue, and now!
Finding new and viable uses for 111 Westminster St., known to generations of Rhode Islanders as the “Superman” building, should be a top priority...
Innovation needed now to combat foreclosure crisis
As the news of the recent election fades from the headlines, now is the time to focus on how our public leaders can work...
Redeveloping the Arcade should be a top priority
Recent news stories regarding the vacant Arcade provide clear evidence that Providence must take a more proactive stance in order to redevelop this historic...
A priority to-do list for city’s next mayor
It’s election season in Providence once again. Less than a year from now, we will have a new mayor, and here are the most...
Vacancies threatening Providence’s renaissance
As a former mayor of Providence, and a current owner of downtown office buildings, I am very concerned about the sizable increase in the...
Desperate times call for action now<br> from state leaders
Rhode Island has the highest unemployment rate in the nation, with more than 50,000 Rhode Islanders currently out of work. And the state economy...
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