R.I. Gen. Laws § 37-6-27: Use of state property for city park purposes.

(a) The state properties committee may, upon receipt of a request from a city or town, permit the use of state owned property within the city or town for park or recreational purposes. The city or town receiving permission to use state property shall be responsible for its maintenance and care.

(b) Nothing contained in this section shall be construed to pass the legal title of any property to a city or town when permission for use is granted.