The Town Clerk is a publicly elected official responsible for maintaining the records of the Town of Bristol. These records include the Town’s law books, references in the library and the Code of Ordinances.
The Clerk’s Office also responsible for the communications, meeting minutes, appointments (book, oaths, letters, certificates), referrals, proclamations, reports, filings, advertisements and resolutions for the Bristol Town Council.
Melissa Cordeiro
Elected: November 2020
Department Services
Get assistance with common requests.
Bids
Vendors can view and submit bids on RFPs electronically.
Birth & Death Certificates
Learn how to get a birth or death record.
Business Licenses
Businesses can now apply for annual licenses online.
Dog Licenses
Have a dog? Register your best friend with the Town of Bristol!
Elections
Learn more about local, state and federal elections.
Land Evidence
View a computerized index of records dating back to 1680.
Marriage Licenses
Click here for information on obtaining a Marriage License.
Municipal Court
Click here to learn more about Municipal Court hearings.
Notary Public
Learn more about this service to residents.
Parking Stickers
Click below to get your residential & commercial parking stickers.
Probate Court
Probate Court handles Estates, Guardianships, and Name Changes.
Vital Records
Request certified copies of birth, death and marriage records of Bristol residents from 1680 to the present.
Public Records Request
Online
The Town of Bristol is committed to providing the public access to public records under Rhode Island General Laws Section 38-2-2 from all Town departments. If you need additional assistance, please call Bristol Town Hall at 401-253-7000.
Bristol Town Council
Find out more information on Bristol’s legislative body.
Town Boards
Learn more about how to get involved with Bristol’s Boards.
Town Commissions
Learn more about how to get involved with Bristol’s Commissions.
Fishing & Hunting License
Click here to get your fishing and hunting license.
Contact Us
Address: 10 Court Street, Bristol, RI 02809
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday | 8:00AM – 4:00PM
Melissa Cordeiro
Town Clerk
Phone: 401-253-7000 ext.130
lori HUBBARD
Deputy Town Clerk
Phone: 401-253-7000 ext. 131