Freshwater Wetlands Program Bruce Ahern, Principal Environmental Scientist 235 Promenade Street Providence, RI 02908-5767(401) 222-1360 ext. 2777703 Stephen Tyrrell, Supervising Environmental Scientist 235 Promenade Street Providence, RI 02908-5767(401) 222-1360 ext. 2777406 fax 222-3811Contact OC&I via E-Mail This program investigates citizen complaints and referrals from DEM divisions and offices relating to freshwater wetlands. Primary Resources Wetland Fact Sheets Wetlands by Watershed Status and Trends What Makes a Freshwater Wetland What's the Scoop on Wetlands Wetlands in Your Backyard Answers to Common Questions from Real Estate Agents Rules and Regulations Governing the Administration and Enforcement of the Freshwater Wetlands Act Report an Environmental Complaint DEM's Office of Compliance and Inspection (OC&I) investigates complaints and suspected violations of environmental laws and regulations and performs compliance monitoring of regulated activities. Compliance with environmental laws, rules, regulations, permits and licenses is enforced through both informal and formal enforcement actions. Note: Complaints are public records and information you forward to OC&I will be available for public review UNLESS you advise us that you wish to remain anonymous. Report via Email After hours emergency: 401-222-3070