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2 days ago

Board approves $1.84 million in school carryover spending and holds $300,000 for capital fund The board approved the school division’s request to reappropriate $1,839,781 in carryover funds for capital needs (notably $900,000 for a Clements Junior High roof), while reserving $300,000 as a contribution to a school CIP/school construction fund to be matched or allocated later.

Prince George County just approved a staggering $1.84 million for urgent school capital projects, including a critical roof replacement at N.B. Clements Junior High!

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2 days ago

Sedona council approves $748,744 contract to rehab wastewater clarifiers The council unanimously approved a construction contract with FAN Environmental LLC not to exceed $748,744 to rehabilitate clarifiers at the wastewater reclamation plant after a 2024 motor failure left one clarifier offline, restoring redundancy and permit compliance.

Sedona's City Council just approved a $748,744 contract to revamp wastewater clarifiers, ensuring the city's treatment capacity is back on track after a major mechanical failure!

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2 days ago

Duluth North Shore sanitary board seeks nearly $1M to fix sewer failures and protect Lake Superior Kevin Bovee, board chair for the Duluth North Shore Sanitary District, asked for $958,000 to reduce inflow and infiltration that risk emergency overflows into Lake Superior and would otherwise raise bills substantially for the district's roughly 420 customers.

Duluth's North Shore Sanitary District is urgently requesting $958,000 to prevent sewage overflows that endanger Lake Superior and hit local residents with skyrocketing bills.

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2 days ago

Henrico supervisors approve EDA bond and multiple construction, sewer and trail contracts The Henrico County Board approved up to $7.5 million in EDA multifamily housing revenue bonds for a 53‑unit Carter Woods project and awarded several contracts, including a $23.922 million Westwood sewage pumping station and a $6,000,484 Fall Line Trail segment; all actions were approved on motion.

Henrico County is making big moves with $7.5 million in funding for new housing and several major infrastructure projects, including a $23.9 million sewage pumping station and a new trail!

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2 days ago

Agriculture Committee advances a slate of bills on housing, fairgrounds and agriculture The Assembly Agriculture Committee advanced multiple bills on fairgrounds redevelopment, tax incentives, seed inspection funding and consent items; AB 22 64 and AB 20 69, both concerning fairgrounds redevelopment, moved onward, and several other measures were referred to appropriations or other committees.

The Assembly Agriculture Committee has just taken a giant leap towards revitalizing fairgrounds and boosting affordable housing with several groundbreaking bills—what's next for California's agriculture and infrastructure?

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4 days ago

County engineer briefs supervisors on Gardeners Lane vacation, Thunder Hills/Highway 20 safety and draft road improvement policy County engineer described a proposed vacation of an unused right-of-way (Gardeners Lane) and a draft road improvement policy with a points-based paving matrix; DOT short-term safety measures at Thunder Hills/Highway 20 were prioritized over immediate construction.

Dubuque County is gearing up for crucial road safety improvements and a major policy overhaul—will the proposed changes reshape our community's infrastructure?

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6 days ago

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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1 week ago

ARDOT completes efficiency review and posts public maintenance dashboard ARDOT Director Jared Wiley told legislators the department has implemented the remaining recommendations from a multi‑year efficiency review and launched a public maintenance dashboard that shows active and recent maintenance work, types of work and expected start and end dates.

ARDOT has officially wrapped up its multi-year efficiency review and launched a new public maintenance dashboard, bringing unprecedented transparency to Arkansas roadwork!

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Committee hears "Kayla's Hope" bridge-safety bill, lays it over for omnibus consideration The Minnesota Senate Transportation Committee heard testimony supporting Senate File 2971, which would direct MnDOT and the Department of Health to collect data and use a methodology to determine when suicide-prevention railings should be added to bridges; sponsors laid the bill over for possible inclusion in an omnibus bill.

A bold new proposal aims to transform Minnesota's bridges into lifelines by implementing data-driven suicide prevention measures, as families and advocates rally for change.

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1 week ago

Cook County committee approves contracts to advance solar projects, roof and HVAC upgrades The Cook County Asset Management Committee approved a $619,902.96 Ameresco energy consulting contract and a Train US contract increase intended to fund a Cicero warehouse roof replacement and countywide solar and HVAC work; staff said a detailed cost breakdown will be provided.

Cook County is making strides toward sustainability with a $619,902 energy consulting contract and a massive $26.5 million investment for solar and HVAC upgrades!

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1 week ago

Somerville committee approves Eversource permit, conditions company to evaluate poles and lines on Ivalu Street The Somerville Licenses and Permits Committee approved Eversource’s grant of location to install 62 feet of conduit on Ivalu Street on March 11, conditioning the permit on Eversource conducting a formal evaluation of poles and lines on the block and submitting a written report.

Eversource's recent permit approval comes with a crucial condition: a thorough evaluation of utility poles on Ivalu Street to address long-standing safety concerns.

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2 weeks ago

Senate subcommittee hears $96.5M Exposition Park upgrade and debates funding for new Science Center wing Subcommittee 4 reviewed a $96.5 million governor’s request for Exposition Park deferred maintenance and a $1.7 million operational ask, and took testimony on the California Science Center’s new Air and Space Center—a $450 million public-private project—to discuss long-term operations funding and access concerns.

A $96.5 million funding proposal is on the table to revamp Exposition Park just in time for the FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics, but will it ensure safety and accessibility for millions of visitors?

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2 weeks ago

Keith County creates restricted Lake McConaughey infrastructure fund, approves Game and Parks agreement The Keith County Board of Commissioners established a restricted fund to receive up to $16 million from the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for road and recreation-area projects at Lake McConaughy, approved a program agreement tied to that funding and appointed a county liaison to the project.

Keith County just secured up to $16 million for major road and campground improvements at Lake McConaughy—transforming access to this beloved destination!

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2 weeks ago

Sumter County council debates road priorities as 'Penny for Progress' outreach continues Council members pressed for more county road funding during reports on community meetings for a proposed 'Penny for Progress' sales-tax; some members pushed to dedicate a larger share to rural roads while others warned the referendum must appeal to city voters to pass.

Sumter County Council is at a crossroads as members clash over the future of rural road funding in the upcoming 'Penny for Progress' sales tax debate.

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2 weeks ago

Snowflake council approves development maps, road contracts, wastewater work and equipment purchases The Snowflake Town Council approved final and amended subdivision maps, two zoning ordinances, road contracts totaling about $701,960, an engineering contract for wastewater upgrades, and purchases including a backhoe and three restrooms. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

Snowflake Town Council has rolled out major developments, approving new zoning ordinances and road contracts that will reshape the community!

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2 weeks ago

Tift County advances plan for up to $1 million CDBG Phase 2 to fund South Tifton infrastructure County staff told commissioners they will apply for up to $1,000,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds to fund Phase 2 of South Tifton infrastructure improvements, and recommended engineering and administrative consultants to manage the project.

Tift County is set to seek up to $1 million in federal funds to kickstart the next phase of transformative infrastructure improvements in South Tifton!

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2 weeks ago

Oceana County sets 2025 tax millage, approves transfer station work, wage adjustments and winter-service contracts The Oceana County Board on Sept. 25 approved the county's L-4029 tax form (a 6.7% increase from 2024), awarded excavation and a gate installation at the Transfer Station, accepted winter plowing bids for county facilities, approved chief deputy wage increases, reappointed two Brownfield board members and authorized payment of claims totaling $685,298.23.

Oceana County just approved a 6.7% tax increase along with significant contracts for winter services and personnel wage adjustments—find out what this means for the community!

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2 weeks ago

Morton County authorizes $850,000 for Law Enforcement Center improvements, conditions spending on NDCC bidding rules The Morton County Commission approved an $850,000 allocation from remaining half-cent sales tax collections to replace the law enforcement center’s generator, repair concrete and replace boilers, and approved an amendment requiring compliance with North Dakota Century Code bidding requirements.

Morton County just greenlit $850,000 for crucial upgrades to its Law Enforcement Center, ensuring safety and compliance with state bidding laws!

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2 weeks ago

Parma Heights Council approves multiple financing measures for streets, fire equipment and building repairs The council approved several bond‑anticipation notes and resolutions April 8, authorizing up to $1 million for street resurfacing, $2.1 million for a ladder truck and equipment, and $500,000 for roof work; all measures passed by unanimous roll call votes.

Parma Heights City Council just approved a $3.6 million plan to enhance streets, equip firefighters, and repair city buildings!

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2 weeks ago

Whitfield County commissioners approve bridge change order, records digitization increase and multiple routine motions At its Sept. 11 meeting the Whitfield County Board of Commissioners approved a $532,170.90 change order for bridge repairs, increased a deed-digitization contract, allocated $100,000 in LATCF ARPA funds to Prater’s Mill and approved several rezoning actions and licenses. Several transit and federal grant applications were authorized.

Whitfield County commissioners just approved a major $532,170.90 contract change for bridge repairs and allocated funds to preserve local history—big moves for the community!

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2 weeks ago

Lincoln County adopts FY2023–2024 budget, approves multiple consent items including CMAQ application At its July 18 meeting the Board of Lincoln County Commissioners adopted the FY2023–2024 budget, approved related finance and appropriation resolutions, signed a CMAQ funding resolution requesting $268,400 in federal funds (with $67,100 local match), and approved a package of permits and intergovernmental letters.

Lincoln County has officially adopted its FY2023–2024 budget, paving the way for exciting new projects and funding opportunities!

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2 weeks ago

County offers grant-writing help as Creswell presses for street repairs and water fixes At a joint Oct. 24 meeting, Washington County officials said a newly hired Grants & Procurement Manager will compile grant opportunities and offer training to Creswell staff, while town leaders pressed the county on street repairs, a planned well in the county CIP and other infrastructure needs.

Creswell is set to transform its infrastructure with new grant-writing support and urgent plans for street repairs and water fixes!

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2 weeks ago

Carter County approves up to $40 million in capital notes, signs off on disaster-recovery contracts and budget amendments The Carter County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution allowing issuance of up to $40 million in general obligation capital outlay notes to fund recovery and capital projects, and approved multiple disaster-recovery purchase orders and budget amendments at its April 21 meeting.

Carter County is set to boost recovery efforts with a unanimous decision to issue up to $40 million in capital notes and approve vital disaster-recovery contracts!

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2 weeks ago

Carter County Commission approves $1.8 million in budget amendments, awards Poga Road bridge contracts The Carter County Board of Commissioners approved multiple budget amendments totaling about $1.8 million, authorized Helene bond and HEAL-funded projects, and awarded the Poga Road Bridge #1 and #2 replacement contract to Summers Taylor during its Jan. 20 meeting.

Carter County is making major moves with $1.8 million in budget amendments and a new bridge contract to boost recovery efforts!

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2 weeks ago

Fayette County commissioners approve annexation non-objections, appoint recreation commissioner and award $636,608 road resurfacing contract The Fayette County Board of Commissioners on July 11 unanimously approved non-objections to two annexation notifications, appointed Bobby Ferrell to the Recreation Commission for a four-year term, awarded a $636,608 HIP/micro surfacing contract to Gallagher Asphalt Co., Inc. for resurfacing a section of Goza Road, and acknowledged a TEFRA hearing for up to $200 million in revenue bonds for the U.S. Soccer Federation; all recorded votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Eric Maxwell absent.

Fayette County commissioners have made significant moves by approving key annexations, appointing a new recreation commissioner, and awarding a major contract for road resurfacing—all in a unanimous vote!

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2 weeks ago

Fayette County approves $390,000 SS4A planning study; commissioner asks to review Helmer Road entry The Fayette County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 to award a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) planning contract to Pond and Company for up to $390,000; Commissioner Charles D. Rousseau requested the final project list include Helmer Road for safety improvements.

Fayette County is investing $390,000 in a game-changing plan to enhance roadway safety and reduce fatalities—will your neighborhood be on the list for improvements?

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2 weeks ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court advances 2020-21 budget on first reading, approves bridge and FEMA repair contracts In a May 4 teleconference meeting, Spencer County Fiscal Court gave first reading to the 2020/21 budget, approved revised bridge and FEMA repair contracts, raised an EMS worker's pay to $11.50/hr and granted a private water-line placement; the court denied a $1,500 CASA request and reviewed an IAQ report for the county clerk's office.

Spencer County Fiscal Court took significant steps in their latest meeting, advancing the 2020-21 budget and tackling vital infrastructure projects amidst tough financial discussions.

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2 weeks ago

Minnehaha County authorizes applications for MacArthur housing grant, 2022 Homeland Security funds and DOT bridge grants The Commission authorized staff to submit a Letter of Interest to the MacArthur Foundation for a possible $3.1 million Equitable Housing Demonstration grant, agreed to apply for 2022 Homeland Security funds (for P25 radios and cybersecurity), and approved Resolution MC21‑66 to pursue Bridge Improvement Grants with a 20% local match.

Minnehaha County is taking bold steps towards a brighter future by pursuing a $3.1 million grant for equitable housing, enhancing emergency communications, and improving local bridges.

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2 weeks ago

Council selects engineering firm for CDBG road grant, designates signatories Wimberley authorized Gilpin Engineering to provide pre‑application and project implementation services for a Texas Department of Agriculture CDBG road grant and approved who may sign CDBG documents; the $750,000 grant will require an estimated 5% city match.

Wimberley City Council has taken a significant step towards improving local roads by awarding a $750,000 grant to Gilpin Engineering, aiming to enhance a low-to-moderate income neighborhood by 2027!

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2 weeks ago

Committee urges Congress to divest San Carlos Irrigation Project electric system from BIA The committee passed Senate Concurrent Memorial 1007 urging the U.S. Congress and the Bureau of Indian Affairs to divest the San Carlos Irrigation Project electric system and to fund a system study and improvements. Proponents told the committee the system is dilapidated and public power entities stand ready to absorb employees; the memorial passed 9‑0 with one member absent.

The House committee has taken a bold step to urge Congress to divest the failing San Carlos Irrigation Project electric system from federal control, aiming for a brighter future for local communities.

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