Independence leaders push $4 million to fix dangerous stretch of U.S. Highway 12 Mayor Spencer and public-safety director Matt DeRose urged the committee to fund $4 million in bonding (HF3523) to reconstruct an aging five-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 12 through Independence, citing repeated head-on collisions and temporary delineators that are frequently struck.

Independence leaders are sounding the alarm over a hazardous stretch of U.S. Highway 12, pushing for $4 million to prevent future tragedies.

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For instance, in 2011, the Canadian corporation Teck Resources applied for an environmental impact assessment (EA) for its northern Alberta-based Frontier mine project.

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Judge grants injunction against Record Ridge mine : My Kootenay Now My Kootenay Now delivers the latest local news, events, contests, and radio features from across the Kootenays in BC.

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Millard County to sign MOU with BLM on High Desert Trail environmental review Millard County commissioners voted to sign a memorandum of understanding with the Bureau of Land Management to serve as a cooperating agency on environmental reviews for the High Desert Trail; staff said the MOU carries no direct financial obligation and would give the county notice and a seat at the table for assessments.

Millard County is stepping up to ensure its voice is heard in the environmental review process for the High Desert Trail, with no financial strings attached!

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Council hears brownfields plan that would fund site assessments up to $50,000; program targeted to economic development Council discussed two Brownfields program files that would allow the city to fund site assessments (up to $50,000 per site) and support economic‑development reuse; staff clarified that the program is aimed at economic projects rather than housing and that larger expenditures would return to council.

Los Angeles is set to revitalize contaminated sites with a new Brownfields program that could inject up to $50,000 per site for economic development projects!

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Residents press for updated airport noise study as city pursues runway work and FDOT funds A homeowner representative urged the city to update a 2002 airport noise study tied to changes at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport; airport director Rufus James said FAA review governs mitigation and staff committed to planning an updated noise study and providing a timeline to residents.

Residents near Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport are demanding an updated noise study before runway changes bring more noise to their neighborhoods.

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Forest Service: national court rulings halt some treatments; Alpine projects must be reanalyzed A USDA Forest Service representative told Alpine County supervisors that a nationwide court ruling limited use of a 'wildlife habitat improvement' categorical exclusion, forcing reanalysis of some Monitor Pass and West Carson treatments while about 80–86 acres already treated will move forward.

A recent court ruling has put the brakes on wildlife habitat improvement projects nationwide, forcing Alpine County to rethink its strategy for fire fuels reduction.

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Port board approves STB filing-exemption, staff says EA narrows federal review; community concerns to be relayed to STB The Plaquemines Port Harbor and Terminal District board approved a resolution authorizing a petition for exemption to the Surface Transportation Board, which staff said will allow an EA instead of a full EIS and shorten federal review. Commissioners also reviewed community concerns from Ironton and pledged further federal-led outreach.

The Plaquemines Port is gearing up for a major project leap by seeking a faster federal review process, addressing community concerns along the way.

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NDOT director highlights bond rating, NEPA assignment progress and federal funding uncertainty NDOT Director Kramer told the State Highway Commission that S&P reaffirmed the department's bond rating, that NDOT expects an MOU to take on NEPA work for more complex projects, and that a federal continuing resolution has slowed some FHWA grant activity while the agency prepares for an infrastructure-bonding announcement.

NDOT Director Vicky Kramer announces good news with a reaffirmed bond rating, but warns that federal funding uncertainty could delay crucial projects.

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Integrating EICAT and EICAT+ assessments and expert knowledge to classify invasive alien plants in France, based on their ecological impact The EICAT and EICAT+ methods were developed to assess the negative and positive environmental impacts of alien species respectively. While both methods are theoretically applicable across spatial scal...

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Carbondale commission weighs BLM plan to allow Class 1 e‑bikes on Red Hill and Sudie Ranch Commissioners were briefed on a BLM environmental-assessment scoping process that could permit Class 1 e-bikes on trails including Red Hill and Sudie Ranch; concerns centered on enforcement, trail degradation, maintenance burden and signage; staff urged commissioners to compile recommendations for the town and to consider submitting official BLM scoping comments.

The future of popular trails like Red Hill and Sudie Ranch could change dramatically as the BLM considers allowing Class 1 e-bikes, raising concerns about safety and trail integrity.

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Ishpeming hears Marquette County brownfield briefing, including housing incentives and $400,000 EPA assessment grant Marquette County officials briefed Ishpeming officials on brownfield tax-increment financing (TIF) and eligible activities, explaining the 2023 expansion to allow housing projects and announcing a $400,000 EPA assessment grant targeting Ishpeming and Sawyer.

Marquette County is unlocking new housing possibilities with $400,000 in federal funds for environmental assessments and expanded brownfield tax incentives!

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Talon Metals tells Aitkin County board it has acquired Eagle Mine; says Eagle cash flow will help advance Tamarac project Talon Metals representatives introduced a combined leadership team and described the acquisition of Eagle Mine and the Humboldt Mill, ongoing Tamarac exploration, DNR scoping for environmental review, and plans to use Eagle’s cash flow to advance the Tamarac project.

Talon Metals is transforming from a developer into a cash-flowing operator with its recent acquisition of Eagle Mine, promising to accelerate the Tamarac exploration project!

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Image announcing new issue of the Northern Review, Number 58, 2025 displaying the front cover featuring the colourful photo Layers of Autumn Splendour at the Takhini Salt Flats (Yukon), by photographer Ray Marnoch, Whitehorse, with a mountain in background, yellow, orange, green trees, and red and white foreground.

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UDOT outlines Big Cottonwood Canyon winter transit plan: mobility hub, tolling and bus‑priority lanes proposed UDOT presented an Environmental Assessment proposing a mobility hub at a gravel‑pit site, enhanced bus service with bus‑priority lanes, enclosed resort bus stops at Solitude and Brighton, and electronic variable tolling to reduce winter peak congestion; UDOT seeks public comment through Jan. 19, and the U.S. Forest Service’s cooperating‑agency comment period ends Jan. 9.

UDOT's ambitious plan aims to transform Big Cottonwood Canyon with a mobility hub, bus-priority lanes, and electronic tolling, dramatically slashing travel times and tackling winter congestion.

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City announces $400,000 EPA Brownfields grant; recommends $397,500 contract with ESE Le Mars received a $400,000 EPA Brownfields grant to perform Phase I/II environmental assessments at six Business 75 Corridor commercial sites; the administration recommended awarding professional services to ESE Environmental Group with a budget listed at $397,500.

Le Mars is set to transform its Business 75 corridor after securing a $400,000 EPA grant for crucial environmental assessments!

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Council approves agreement to implement EPA Brownfields grant for site testing Le Mars officials approved an agreement with Eocene to manage an EPA Brownfields grant (not to exceed $397,500) to fund Phase I/II environmental testing at several vacant or formerly industrial commercial properties to prepare them for redevelopment.

Le Mars is taking significant steps towards revitalization by approving a $397,500 EPA grant for environmental assessments of key vacant properties.

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Hartford Foundation proposes nonprofit hub on Albany Avenue; committee forwards sale to council The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving presented plans to buy three city-owned North End parcels for a nonprofit hub and gateway project; the committee voted to send a favorable recommendation to the City Council contingent on appraisal, environmental review and required planning referrals.

A transformative nonprofit hub is on the horizon for Hartford's North End as the Planning Committee backs the sale of city parcels to the Hartford Foundation!

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Image announcing new issue of the Northern Review, Number 58, 2025 displaying the front cover featuring the colourful photo Layers of Autumn Splendour at the Takhini Salt Flats (Yukon), by photographer Ray Marnoch, Whitehorse, with a mountain in background, yellow, orange, green trees, and red and white foreground.

#newarticle "Baseline Data, Bill 5, and Development in the Ring of Fire, Ontario, Canada: Lessons from Quebec’s James Bay Project" commentary by Robert Moriarity
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Muskegon Commission approves waterfront development deal with West Michigan Dock, setting an 18‑month environmental review The Muskegon City Commission voted 4–2 to approve a development agreement with West Michigan Dock and Market (Sand Products) that would acquire shoreline parcels including an L-shaped slice of 3rd Street Wharf and pursue an option on the Verplank shoreline property for remediation, wetland restoration and future public access; an 18‑month due‑diligence window and appraisals are required before final acquisitions.

Muskegon City Commission just approved a transformative waterfront development deal that could redefine the shoreline and boost local tourism!

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Milpitas council denies appeal, affirms approval for 1000 Gibraltar Drive warehouse project The Milpitas City Council unanimously denied an appeal and affirmed the Planning Commission’s approval for a 487,564-square-foot industrial/warehouse building at 1000 Gibraltar Drive. Appellants cited insufficient flood and drainage analysis; staff and the applicant said required drainage design and mitigation will be reviewed during building permits and post-entitlement engineering.

Milpitas City Council takes a bold step, unanimously approving a massive 487,564-square-foot warehouse despite concerns over drainage and local hiring practices.

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Cass County EDC recommends consultant for $300,000 EPA brownfields assessment grant The county's Brownfield Authority/EDC said it was awarded a $300,000 EPA assessment grant and recommended a locally familiar consultant (transcript names: 'Fish Specs' and 'Fishback') from six RFP responses; the board approved the recommendation.

Cass County is set to revitalize local brownfields with a $300,000 EPA grant and a consultant who knows the land like the back of their hand!

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Regional Sewer District outlines 2026 budget, lake-discharge options and water-reuse study Regional Sewer officials told commissioners the district projects slightly lower 2025 capacity-fee collections than budgeted and presented the 2026 budget assumptions, major capital projects (including Central Island Creek discharge options authorized in concept by the Army Corps), an East Elm Creek pump-station project, Harlem Township trunk sewer planning and a water-reuse pilot focused on Allen Creek.

Delaware County's Regional Sewer District is bracing for a budget shortfall and unveiling ambitious projects that could reshape local water management!

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Blue Earth County selects consultant for Rapid and Dam EAW review; Bolton and Mink recommended County staff recommended and the board approved entering an agreement with Bolton and Mink to review the Environmental Assessment Worksheet for the Rapid and Dam removal project; the proposed fee listed in the packet was $39,910.

Blue Earth County has taken a significant step towards the removal of the Rapid and Dam by selecting Bolton and Mink for crucial environmental assessment services.

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Residents warn Kane County board that Grove development could sap wells and harm aquifer Residents from Blackberry Township, Sugar Grove and Nottingham Woods told the Kane County Board they have documented continuous pumping from The Grove development into Hannaford Bliss Woods Forest Preserve, urged a full groundwater dewatering impact assessment, and warned of potential private well drawdown and contamination risks.

Residents are sounding the alarm over a massive development that could threaten their wells and local aquifers, demanding urgent action from county officials.

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Council refers park grant, contamination assessment funds, easement and pension items to finance committee On Nov. 10 Brockton councilors referred multiple mayoral communications and orders to the Finance Committee: a $425,000 Mass Parkland Acquisitions grant (with $127,500 match), a $194,150 MassDevelopment award for 307 Montello St., a proposed Eversource easement at 466 Forest Ave., and consideration of pension obligation bonds tied to a $66,500,000

Brockton City Council is pushing forward with critical funding and easement decisions that could reshape the community—find out what's on the table!

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Goshen planning board reviews revised warehouse site plans, directs Part 2 environmental review The Goshen Planning Board heard presentations on two revised warehouse proposals by Colliers Engineering and Design — one on a 20.7-acre parcel (2659-17M) and one on merged parcels totaling 25.7 acres (2675-17M). Board members praised reductions since 2023 but pressed for more data on noise, truck traffic, elevations, dewatering and visual impacts;

The Goshen Planning Board is taking a closer look at revised warehouse proposals, but they need more data on noise and traffic before giving the green light!

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6/10 The authors of #Abundance dismiss #environmental laws as "responses to the crisis of a different time."

Jessica Clogg (West Coast Environmental Law) fires back. #EAs are a vital "look-before-you-leap approach" to "avoid expensive disasters and harm."

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IURA advances Inlet Island survey and brownfield review, targets mid‑2026 developer timeline Staff reported survey field work for Inlet Island is near completion and that additional steps — appraisal, state transfer approvals and environmental (brownfield) analysis — will follow. Staff estimated a 3–6 month state transfer process and said a realistic developer‑ready window could be mid‑2026 to 2027; any revenue from the site would likely >

Inlet Island is on the brink of transformation, with survey work completed and a developer-ready timeline set for mid-2026—what's next for this promising site?

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