Rhode Island Code of Regulations Title 530 - Historical Preservation And Heritage Commission
Title 855 – Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) is the section of the Rhode Island Code of Regulations that governs the operations, tolling, procurement, and dispute resolution procedures of the RITBA. This agency manages several key transportation assets, including the Claiborne Pell (Newport) Bridge, Mount Hope Bridge, Jamestown Verrazzano Bridge, and Sakonnet River Bridge, along with Route 138 through Jamestown and associated smaller bridges .(rules.sos.ri.gov)
📘 Structure of Title 855
Title 855 is organized into two main chapters:
Chapter 00 – General Administration
Includes regulations on procurement and ethical conduct for RITBA officials and employees.(regulations.justia.com)
Chapter 10 – Bridges, Facilities, and Tolls
Addresses the operational aspects of the bridges and toll facilities managed by RITBA.
🔑 Key Regulations in Chapter 10
Part 2 – Rules and Regulations Governing Disputes Involving the Nonpayment of Tolls, Administrative Fees, and Fines
This part outlines procedures for resolving disputes related to toll violations, including:(ritba.org)
Definitions: Clarifies terms such as "Toll Violator," "Toll Evader," and "Notice of Violation."(risos-apa-production-public.s3.amazonaws.com)
Dispute Resolution Process: Provides a 30-day window for disputing toll violations and details the informal resolution process.
Consequences of Nonpayment: Specifies penalties for repeated violations and noncompliance .(risos-apa-production-public.s3.amazonaws.com)
Part 4 – Concerning Cash and Credit Card Toll Transactions
This part governs the acceptance of toll payments via cash and credit cards, including:(risos-apa-production-public.s3.amazonaws.com)
Authorization: Grants RITBA the discretion to collect tolls through these methods.(ritba.org)
Public Information: Mandates the provision of information to the public regarding toll collection methods .(law.cornell.edu)
Emergency Changes to Toll Collection (COVID-19 Response)
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, RITBA implemented emergency measures:(risos-apa-production-public.s3.amazonaws.com)
Lane Closures: Temporarily closed cash/credit card toll lanes to reduce health risks.(risos-apa-production-public.s3.amazonaws.com)
E-ZPass Lane Use: Directed traffic through E-ZPass lanes without administrative fees, provided invoices were paid promptly .(risos-apa-production-public.s3.amazonaws.com)
Procurement and Ethics (Chapter 00)
Establishes guidelines for procurement activities and ethical standards for RITBA personnel:
Code of Ethics: Aligns with the Rhode Island Code of Ethics to ensure transparency and accountability in RITBA operations .(regulations.justia.com)
📄 Accessing the Full Regulations
You can view the complete text of Title 855 and its individual parts on the Rhode Island Department of State’s official website:
👉 Title 855 – Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority
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