R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-46-3: Powers of councils.

The city or town council of any city or town is authorized to adopt, pursuant to the purposes of this chapter, the provisions of the model erosion and sediment control ordinance as provided in § 45-46-5. To assist in the implementation of ordinances and programs adopted pursuant to this chapter, a city or town council may adopt an erosion and sediment control plan.