Public Works Traditions "Weekapaug" is derived from one of many American Indian names and was officially adopted in 1899. It is appropriate as it means, "At the end of the pond." The Weekapaug Fire District covers approximately 375 acres, bounded on the east by Quonochontaug Pond, the south by Block Island Sound, the west by the Weekapaug Breachway and on the north by a protected greenbelt. The District was incorporated in 1937 as a part of the Town of Westerly. The initial purpose was the provision of fire protection. Over the years, the powers have been expanded to include ownership and management of roads, parking lots, meeting places, docks, beaches and recreational areas. The Fire District has the power to collect taxes, other than Westerly taxes, and to adopt bylaws and ordinances not inconsistent with those of higher government bodies. WFD is governed by an Executive Committee of up to 14 members including a Moderator, Clerk, Treasurer, District Tax Assessor/Collector, and Commissioners of Beach, Public Safety and Public Works. A Long-Range Planning Committee considers possible future directions for the District.