Public officials and private development to share lessons learned on public-private partnership (P3) projects at upcoming American Planning Association event

Pawtucket, RI The Rhode Island Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA RI) invites real estate, development, engineers, architects, legal, and public sector professionals to a unique networking and educational event: “Game Changer! Tidewater Landing – What goes into a Public Private Partnership (P3) project?” Scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, the event will take place at the newly minted Centreville Bank Stadium.

Tidewater Landing represents a massive revitalization milestone for Pawtucket. This exclusive event pulls back the curtain on the complex machinery of a major Public-Private Partnership (P3), demonstrating that transformative urban waterfront developments do not happen organically.

Interactive “Information Stations” & Expert Insights

This “Network & Learn” event will feature dedicated interactive stations where attendees will have the unique opportunity to mingle directly with the private developers, public officials, and specialized consultants who navigated the project from concept to construction, as well as funding organizations and regulatory agencies. Experts will share crucial lessons learned, technical insights, and “what to expect” with:

• Planning & Funding: Master planning, Tax Increment Financing (TIF), SuperTIF structures, and support of state funding sources.

• History and Future: Description of the history of the site alongside highlights about the future development upcoming.

• Environmental Remediation & Permitting: Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) and RI Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) compliance, alongside complex site remediation.

• Design & Infrastructure: Insights into the stadium engineering and construction concurrent with a combined sewer mega-project, riverwalk layout, an Urban Coastal Greenway, and a pedestrian bridge.

• Legal & Deal Structuring: Perspectives from both public and private legal teams, including public bond counsel.

Event Highlights

Exclusive Access: Registration includes a special “behind the scenes” stadium tour of Centreville Bank Stadium for those that register in advance.

Unrivaled Networking: Connect face-to-face with key representatives from Fortuitous Development, Wood Partners, Pennrose Development, the City of Pawtucket, Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank, Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, Rhode Island Energy, Narragansetts Bay Commission, SLR Engineering, BETA Group, Pare Corporation, Savage Law, Duffy & Sweeney, and Troutman Pepper Locke. 

Event Details At-A-Glance
Network & Learn: Game Changer! Tidewater Landing 
Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM 
At Centreville Bank Stadium, Pawtucket, RI 
Registration by June 18, 2026. 
Secure tickets directly via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/game-changer-tickets-1990788762780?aff=oddtdtcreator

Whether you are a public official, private developer, municipal planner, engineer, or real estate attorney, this event offers actionable insights into the realities of bringing complex, large-scale P3 projects to life. 

The Rhode Island Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA RI) is dedicated to creating great communities for all by bringing together professionals, elected officials, and citizens to guide the future of our physical, economic, and social environments.