I had need of Social Security services. First I went into my on-line account to see if it could be…read moresorted there. It sort of could, but would take months to process. Next I called them to discuss and my particular need had to be transacted in person for security. I appreciate they are trying to keep my info safe. (insert wonky face emoji) And so I find myself at the SSA in Warwick. It's a large building. Plenty of parking with handicap spots close to the entrance. GPS took me to the correct parking area. Located on the ground floor, turn right inside the entrance and they are the first door on the right. A security guard is across from the entrance. On the left is a kiosk where you sign in. Answer a few questions about your visit and a ticket with a number will print out. Have a seat in their large waiting area and keep an eye on the monitor on the front wall. The left side of the screen displays what numbers are being served and where. There is no audio que that a new number has been updated, you have to keep checking. When my number came up on the screen I walked back to a row of office cubicles and entered the room number listed on the monitor. I presented my drivers license and let them know what I needed. The staff member was very pleasant, smiled, answered my questions. They entered some info into the computer, let me know what to expect and I was on my way in minutes. The office was not busy when I arrived and I was in and out in about 15 minutes having achieved my goal. Yay. I appreciate the friendly, efficient resolution.

I had no clue this location was even here. Someone told me about this location and I'm so glad they…read moredid. I was in and out all within 22 minutes. They share a space with others, but they're on the 1st floor. Decent amount of parking, you walk right in and the security guy is right there, with a warm greeting and points you to the kiosk where you check in. Very easy process, you get a number and sit and wait. They have this screen that shows you what number is next, if you aren't paying attention, they'll say your number over the intercom and then you'll know. The worker was eh, she was very blah and boring and seemed uninterested. She also talked very low, so I couldn't hear her much. But after a few minutes she opened up and smiled some but not much. It appeared to be the only window open as well so I'm assuming she got everyone. I would use this location again.

I haven't been to the DMV in more than a decade, since I'm an AAA member and go there for my…read morelicense renewal and Real ID update. I was gifted a preferred plate and needed to make a trip to transfer them to my vehicle. I may have been able to do this via the mail, but since I had a narrow timeframe, I opted to go in person. Reservations for the main location in Cranston generally book 2-3 weeks out. I made 2 appointments for the same day, one for the morning and the other for the afternoon in case I needed to gather additional information and didn't want to wait another 2-3 week for an appointment. One good thing about COVID is that it forced a restructuring of the DMV, which ended up being better for customers and employees, so many of the updates are still in place today. Step 1: make your reservation online for the day, time, and location you want to visit Step 2: arrive during your scheduled time Step 3: security will ask to see your confirmation before allowing you access to the building Step 4: wait in the check in line and hope that you have all of the forms and documents you need to get whatever you came for done Step 5: get called to the check in window (there are 4 of them) Show the employee behind the plexiglass your confirmation number, hand over your paperwork and forms for them to review and validate. If you have everything that you need, you receive a deli style ticket with a number on it and get to proceed to the upstairs waiting area. If you don't have all the paperwork and forms you need, you'll need to straighten that out before you go any further Step 6: wait in the second floor waiting area. The seats are so worn out that the faux leather is completely work off, leaving a spongy foam cushion to sit on. Even with an appointment, I waited 40 min for my number to be called Step 7: when your number is called, proceed to the numbered booth/window the automated system told you to enter and hand your paperwork over to the employee sitting behind that plexiglass. This person may or many not be friendly, but as long as they can take care of what you went to the DMV for, that doesn't matter. Pay your fee, collect your receipt, and leave.

It's a state facility but I will say it's come a long way…read more Here with a successful road test driver to get his license. It's clean but worn in the seating area but it's clean. Spotless actually. People are professional. The key to any successful trip to the DMV? Read the checklists and be prepared with all the required paperwork. Will you wait? Absolutely. But save your sanity and your time by getting everything ready days in advance because there might be a few things that you need to prep (do you have to find your original birth certificate? Notary perhaps?) Positive experience here if you come with the expectation that it will take a couple hours and you have your stuff.

I have nothing but positive things to say about the folks at the Central Chamber! If you're a local…read morebusiness joining the Central RI Chamber is a no brainer!!!!!

Lauren and the Central RI Chamber do an amazing job connecting people with resources and…read moreopportunities. I have know Lauren for over a decade and wish I could bottle her enthusiasm, energy, and ability to connect people. If you are thinking about joining a chamber you have come to the right place.

Multiple times over last few years paying my water bill online has been problematic. Every time I…read moreinquire as to what went wrong I receive apologies and promises that that the issue is known and is fixed. And it happens again. These don't seem to be difficult things to fix, millions of online transactions happen every minute without incident in this world. I can only assume that water department management is incompetent. Mayor Asevedian (sp) get this problem fixed before your office is called out on why it can't. If I could I'd move my house to another city.

Have have never been summoned to jury duty before. Perhaps that is a result of living in several…read morestates and countries over the past decades. Sounds reasonable. A post card was mailed with instructions to complete and online survey. Got an immediate notification that I was selected (woo-hoo!?) followed by a letter about a week later with date and time to appear for Grand Jury service. The Grand Jury meets once a week on Tuesdays and jurors must be available for a three month commitment. You find out if you are either a juror or alternate on day one and the date when your three months are completed. Jurors receive an email with which dates you will be needed. They pay $25 for each day you serve. Alternates only serve if a juror is dismissed. It was a very interesting process on day one. Bags are scanned and you walk through a metal detector. The check-in office is straight ahead and turn left. There are signs. Present your paperwork and ID and once you sign in have a seat in the next room. They had HGTV on and even though signs say to turn off your cell phone, everyone was using them. The Grand Jury does not hear trials, they hear evidence and vote on whether there is enough to go to trial. It's an interesting process of hearing state evidence and you can ask the witness(es) questions. So that's different. Of the 23 jurors, only a dozen have to vote in favor of moving forward to trial unlike at trial where everyone must agree. We were in and out in about two hours on day one. Court days you show up before 9:30 and leave nlt 4pm. There is a cafeteria and restroom on the ground floor. Court rooms are on upper floors. Free parking in garage behind the building or call to get a bus pass. Now you know.

Everything from The courtroom To the pre trial office…read more as well as the smiles and respect that is shown

Many geese. Too many roundabouts on the road. Nice trees. Cute dogs. Reasonable housing prices.read more

Another city that I hold dear and near to my heart. My husband and I bought our first home there…read more I've always enjoyed going to Warwick and then living there. It is the third largest city in Rhode Island with approximately 82,000 people; it was the second largest up until 2017, Cranston surpassed it. I recall it being a nicely run city with surplus in tax dollars, whereas neighboring cities were in deficit. There are so many nice areas and things to do. T.F. Green Airport is the main RI airport located there. The Warwick Mall is a popular spot to go shopping. They have wonderful parks too; Warwick City Park, Rocky Point State Park, Goddard Memorial State Park, and Conimicut Point Park. There are many restaurants and bars; it's close in proximity to Cranston nd Providence. Overall a great city to live, play, and work in.

At the West Warwick Civic Center today they're having a Christmas crafts people sale. There are…read morelots of Christmas crafts and candles. There are books and jewelry and pottery and glass. My favorite ice cream place Udder delight is there. Lots of things for people wanting to shop and get into the holiday spirit.

Went to a holiday gift market here recently. It was my first visit and had not idea what the West…read moreWarwick Civic Center was like. Seems it's an indoor track and as it is very close to the high school, I would think is used by the students for practice and meets (?). On the day I went, the track was covered by tables full of holiday gifts. Hand made wreathes, books, organic soaps, soy candles, hot sauce, ornaments, and so on. A few 'big box' vendors were there as well such as the ever present 'sign up to win free windows' and the like. All in all it was a good selection and a very nice community event. There is plenty of free parking, but the gps map I was using seemed a bit confused on how to get me here. First it brought me past the high school, but when I turned around, it brought me past the Civic Center. It seemed to think the parking lot was a road. Just FYI if you are using an on line map to get here. I have not dealt with whomever handles the booking for the venue, and do not know about the fees and limitation on usage, but the wide open space was good for the holiday market and would probably be a good location for a winter farmers market as well as sporting events. There is a seating area above the track up a staircase just inside the doors with an ATM and vending machine.

The team was very helpful and promptly returned my call. They addressed my question directly and…read moredemonstrated professionalism throughout the interaction. I appreciated their quick and clear responses.

Completely useless agency. From start to finish, constant chasing, zero effort to contact or update…read moreanyone. What a complete waste of government funding. A company in RI completely riped me off with my last paycheck, this agency is supposed to help with wage complaints. It is one of the worst and most useless group of people I have ever encountered. They side with the company then refuse to return any emails or phone calls.