R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-22.5-8: Filling of vacancies — Functions of council.

Any vacancy which may occur in the recreational safety council shall be filled in the same manner by appointment by the governor for the remainder of the unexpired term. The council shall make suggestions to and shall advise the director of environmental management concerning the drowning prevention and lifesaving policies, rules, regulations, and orders of the department; provided, that the council shall have no administrative powers except in case of an appeal by an aggrieved party when its decision shall be final.