NEWPORT, R.I. — Newport is working with the Coastal Resources Management Council on plans to repair a collapsed section of the Cliff Walk, a popular public path along the city’s coastline. The damaged stretch near Salve Regina University has been fenced off since it eroded and collapsed in March 2022. It was still closed as of Oct. 13, 2026, more than four years after the failure. If the city receives approval for funding, it plans to issue a formal request for bids, a step that would allow contractors to submit proposals for the work. No repair schedule or project cost was provided in the available details. The prolonged closure has kept visitors and residents from using part of the landmark route. The council’s review and funding approval are key steps before Newport can move toward selecting a contractor.