Harbor Master

S. Bruce Dufresne
Harbormaster
401-639-8437
401-270-1437 Fax

The Harbor Department is comprised of the harbormaster and 3 assistant harbormasters. All candidates must meet the qualifications of the job classification and attend the Harbormaster Training Academy prior to consideration for appointment. Appointments are made by the City Council at the recommendation of the harbormaster. The harbormaster reports directly to the City Manager.

The department patrols the 14.4 miles of our shoreline and maintains the mooring areas which contain approximately 300 vessels. In addition, the department operates a pumpout boat.

The assistants provide patrol and the pumpout boat operates from Memorial Day weekend thru Columbus Day weekend. The harbormaster patrols throughout the year. The application process for permits to moor is December 15 thru February 28.

The department works closely with the Harbor Commission to improve the boating experience for the residents of East Providence and those that visit our waters. They also work with the City Council to assist in developing the waterfront.

The patrol duties include working with the US Coast Guard during calls for vessels-in-distress and with the USCG and East Providence Police Department during Homeland Security Details.

The budget consists of the permit fees, fines and inspection fees collected by the harbormaster.

Additional Information:

• Patrol Report 2009
• Pumpout Application
• Mooring Inspector List  
• Mooring Inspection Report 
• Harbor Ordinance
• Relocation & Wait List
• Fee Schedule  
• Permit Application  
• Mooring Standards
• Mooring Chart 
• 21' Boston Whaler
• 23' Northcoast
• 27' Boston Whaler