Currently holds the office of Providence City Mayor until December 31, 2026.
Candidate for Providence City Mayor in 2026 Rhode Island Primary Election.
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Get StartedBrett understands that the best way to prevent crime, improve quality-of-life, and support our local economy is through immediate and significant investments in opportunities for youth - employment, recreation, and education. The City has established strong partnerships with groups like Family Service of Rhode Island, the Nonviolence Institute, and other community-based organizations. By increasing and expanding partnerships like these with a prevention-first policy and health-based approach, Providence can continue to reduce violence in our community and better support our youth and families. Learn more
Brett is committed to workforce development that prepares residents for the jobs of the future. His administration is partnering with the private sector to expand "earn and learn" opportunities, experience-based training, and pathways to employment for those who are unemployed or underemployed. Additionally, he has made key investments in childcare facilities, parks, recreation centers, and quality-of-life improvements that make Providence more attractive to businesses and workers alike. Learn more
From historic funding increases and major school construction investments to expanded out-of-school learning and mentoring, Brett is working to ensure that Providence students are set up for long-term success. This comprehensive approach, grounded in community input and focused on equity, opportunity, and high expectations, aims to deliver the world-class education that every Providence student deserves. Learn more
Climate justice and community resiliency are at the heart of Brett's approach. His administration is investing in parks, green spaces, and local stormwater improvements to create healthier neighborhoods and better protect communities that have long borne the brunt of poor air quality, emissions, and limited access to health care. Learn more
At the same time, Brett knows that people need real relief now, and that’s why he has proposed a new fund to provide direct cash assistance to renters in order to prevent evictions due to financial hardship, while also funding repairs, eviction defense, and tenant education programs. By pairing affordable housing with wrap-around services like childcare, after-school programs, and access to health care, Providence is advancing a housing-first model that supports families holistically. Brett is committed to expanding pathways to homeownership, particularly for residents in in-demand sectors and first-time homebuyers, because he knows that owning a home can transform a family's economic prospects for generations. Through these efforts, Brett is working to ensure that more Providence residents can find, and keep, a home they can afford in a neighborhood where they can thrive. Learn more
These steps are about keeping Providence safe. They are about maintaining trust, strengthening community policing, and ensuring that families can live without fear while accessing the services and protections they need. While actions at the federal level continue to create anxiety and instability, local leadership matters now more than ever. Brett will continue to lead with compassion and conviction, and he will use every tool available to stand up for our neighbors and protect the diversity and vibrancy that make Providence so special. Learn more
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