Weigh in Now on the New Fire Codes!

We want to hear from you! As our members your opinion is very important to us! Recent changes in State Fire Code have been at the forefront of the legislative agenda for many businesses around the state. Numerous business owners and chamber heads have spent countless hours testifying to get their voices heard on this important issue.

Please post your answers to the following two questions, as well as any other concerns or issues you may have that pertain to the new state Fire Codes.


1 What kind of impact will bringing existing fire suppression systems in city buildings (ie: schools) into compliance with new fire code have on small business in Cranston?

1. Positive Impact
2. Negative Impact
3. No Impact
4. Other

2. How do you feel this will effect economic development in the City of Cranston?

1. Positive Impact
2. Negative Impact
3. No Impact
4. Other

Insurance Carriers Only!!!

Please weigh in with your opinions on the United States Chamber of commerce endorsing the Optional Federal Charters/Regulation. Help us protect your interest. Your opinion counts!

House of Representatives Fire Code Commission

A special House of Representatives commission has begun studying the impact of the State Fire Code. The Commission has currently heard many small businesses attest to the burdens placed on them by the Fire Code as it currently stands. On Monday, April 9th, Chamber President, Susan Pagnozzi will be testifying in front of the commission and would like to take with her your stories, issues with and solutions to this problem which is literally crippling thousands of businesses across the state. We invite you to post these on our blog anonymously and we will share your input with your representatives. As always if you have further concern on this topic, or any other issue please do not hesitate to contact the Chamber office at (401)785-3780.

Share Your Thoughts With Us!

Here is your opportunity to be heard!


Have you ever wished you had the ability to have your voice heard at city hall? Cranston’s new mayor, Michael Napolitano wants to hear from you, the business community, regarding your opinions, concerns and experiences with doing businesses in Cranston. We invite our members and those involved in the Cranston business community to post directly on our blog and we will share this information with the mayor.




Please keep in mind that this is our first blog. We welcome and accept any comments and ideas for future postings, please email those to katie@cranstonchamber.com.