R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-28-6: Officers of the council and quorum.

Upon the passage of this act [April 20, 2006], the council shall elect from among the members a chair and a vice-chair. Thereafter, the council shall annually elect in February a chair and vice-chair from among the members. The council may elect from among its members such other officers as they deem necessary. Six (6) voting members of the council shall constitute a quorum. A majority vote of those present and voting shall be required for action.