R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-7-6: Meetings.

The members of the board shall meet initially at the call of the director of environmental management and, at their first meeting, shall elect a chairperson, a secretary, and any other officers that they may find necessary. Thereafter, the board shall meet as necessary, but not less than three (3) times per year. All regular board meetings shall be open to the public and all records of its proceedings, resolutions, and actions shall be open to public view.