Providence city, business leaders say Smiley will be missed
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The mayor’s office declined to predict Wednesday how long it will take to find a replacement for city Chief Operating Officer Brett P. Smiley, who will leave city employ after Labor Day to become Governor Raimondo’s chief of staff.“While Brett will be missed at City Hall, we are excited for him in his new role, and we know he will continue to be an as...