According to the Election Laws of the State of Rhode Island, the Canvassing Authority shall have and discharge all of the functions, powers and duties of the Town Council concerning nominations, elections, registration of voters and canvassing rights, the preparing and correcting of the voting lists, and other matters relating thereto, which powers are transferred to the local board.
The Town Council appoints members to the Canvassing Authority for six-year terms.
Staff assistance is provided by the Town Clerk.