R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-16-3: Open meetings.

The board of directors of each health center receiving funds pursuant to this section shall annually conduct an open meeting in each neighborhood where a satellite health center is located. Notice of the open meetings provided for above shall be given in accordance with chapter 46 of title 42 required for public bodies. The purpose of these annual open meetings shall be to allow the public to express their views about the services provided by the health centers.