R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-8-7: Board — Organization — Meetings — Quorum.

The board shall hold at least six (6) regular meetings each year. Special meetings may be held as the bylaws of the board provide. The board shall elect or appoint annually the following officers: a chairperson, a vice-chairperson, and a secretary. A quorum of the board shall consist of not less than three (3) members.