R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-31.1-10: Definitions.

The following definitions govern the terms included in this chapter:

(1) “Codes” means any and all rules, resolutions, regulations, and/or ordinances of the community involving, directly or indirectly, the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the community.

(2) “Community” means a city or town.

(3) “Federal government” means the United States of America or any agency or instrumentality, corporate or otherwise, of the United States of America.

(4) “Legislative body” means the city council or town council.

(5) “Redevelopment agency” means that agency created by § 45-31-9 as amended.