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4 days ago

City gets update on proposed Route 66 commemorative plaque, dedication planned for June 26 City staff said the ASCE designated Route 66 a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark and is proposing a commemorative plaque for Kingman, tentatively to be announced at a June 26 dedication at Locomotive Park; final plaque placement and size remain to be decided.

Route 66 is officially recognized as a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark, and Kingman is gearing up to unveil a commemorative plaque this June!

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3 weeks ago

Fayette County approves Georgia Power-funded pocket park and 1,020-foot path along Veterans Parkway The Fayette County Board of Commissioners approved an agreement with Georgia Power to build a pocket park, roughly 1,020 feet of 12-foot-wide concrete path and landscaping along Veterans Parkway on county property. Georgia Power will cover up to $2 million in costs; the County will own and maintain the improvements.

Fayette County is set to transform Veterans Parkway with a stunning new pocket park and a 1,020-foot paved path, all funded by Georgia Power!

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4 weeks ago

City attorney briefs council on SB707 changes to Brown Act and remote participation City attorney Denise Pisano and city clerk Maggie Rodriguez outlined SB707 provisions that require eligible bodies to allow remote public participation, mandate translated agendas and a dedicated public‑meetings web page, and change teleconferencing rules for officials and advisory bodies; staff said upgrades to technology and outreach are needed before July 1.

Big changes are coming to public meetings in California with SB707, mandating remote participation and translation services—are we ready for July 1?

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1 month ago

EGLE tightens virtual meeting controls after previous meeting 'takeover' EGLE staff apologized for a disruptive takeover at the prior meeting, said DTMB cybersecurity investigators were unable to identify perpetrators, and described new controls — waiting room admission, camera/mic restrictions and a one‑week request window for public links — to protect future COG meetings.

After a disruptive takeover at a recent meeting, EGLE is implementing strict new security measures to ensure the safety and integrity of future gatherings.

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1 month ago

State elections office budgets major IT upgrades; SBE says delays pushed poll‑book rollout to 2028 The State Board of Elections presented a $69.7 million FY27 allowance driven by major IT investments—new poll books, a new voting system and a voter‑registration modernization project—while SBE said earlier vendor problems delayed poll books and reaffirmed plans for accessibility demos and restoration of older campaign finance data.

Maryland's State Board of Elections is gearing up for a tech overhaul with a $69.7 million budget aimed at modernizing voting systems, but delays could push some key projects to 2028.

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1 month ago

Transportation Commission advances streamlined toll‑rate rule; files public proposal The Washington State Transportation Commission voted to file a public proposal (CR102) to move toll rates and policies out of the WAC and onto a public webpage with a 30‑day notice and outreach process; the proposal was advanced by a 7–0 roll call and will open for public comment ahead of a hearing next month.

The Washington State Transportation Commission just voted 7-0 to make toll rate information easier to access and understand, paving the way for a more transparent public process!

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1 month ago

FSEC demonstrates e‑programmatic online tool for transmission EIS; public version due within a week FSEC staff demonstrated the e‑programmatic — an interactive, web‑based interface for the programmatic transmission EIS that includes mitigation checklists, resource chapters and a GIS route analysis tool; staff said a public build is expected in about one week.

FSEC has unveiled the groundbreaking e-programmatic tool that transforms environmental impact assessments into an interactive experience, making it easier for developers and regulators alike!

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1 month ago

WDFW committee reviews rule changes to tighten motorized recreation on department-managed lands WDFW staff outlined director-led rule amendments that would make routes closed to motorized use unless specifically designated and posted open, add definitions for e-bikes and other motor-assisted devices, and expand information posting; staff plan town halls in March and a director's hearing in April.

Major changes are coming to motorized recreation rules in Washington, clarifying access to over a million acres of public land while considering the rise of e-bikes and other devices.

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1 month ago

Committee advances Guidance Transparency Act to require searchable database of agency guidance The Administrative Rules Committee voted 7-2 to advance SB 1433, which would require state agencies to publish guidance documents in a searchable database under the Oklahoma Administrative Procedures Act to prevent guidance that functions like law from bypassing rulemaking.

The Senate has taken a bold step toward transparency with the Guidance Transparency Act, ensuring Oklahomans know exactly how state agencies operate behind closed doors.

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1 month ago

Planners review The Hive at 132 Cherry Street: parking option selected, gym and towpath added Project team for The Hive (132 Cherry St.) told the project‑review committee they selected an on‑street parking option, will convert southwest retail to a street‑access gym, add a towpath‑style pedestrian route and hedgerow with keyed access, and seek an amended "seeker" determination ahead of a March BZA review.

Exciting updates are coming to The Hive at 132 Cherry Street, including a new street-access gym and a scenic towpath-style walkway!

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1 month ago

Adams County approves multi-stage digitization contract to scan historic county records Adams County approved a contract with US Imaging to scan commissioner, auditor and surveyor books, using on-site color imaging, OCR and AI-enhancement; work will start with commissioner records and proceed in stages while funding and online-access integration are finalized.

Adams County is embarking on a groundbreaking project to digitize historic records using cutting-edge AI technology, ensuring that the past is preserved and made accessible for the future.

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2 months ago

Larimer County reports ‘halfway done’ on strategic plan as dashboards, story map and outreach roll out Larimer County commissioners were told half of the strategic‑plan actions are complete and staff will publish an updated public dashboard and a story map this winter; the work session highlighted land‑conservation gains, accessibility improvements, procurement changes and several near‑term public events.

Larimer County is celebrating a major milestone, with half of its strategic plan actions completed and exciting new tools set to showcase community progress!

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3 months ago

Meridian council and planning commissioners review revamped staff-report template and legal guidance for land-use decisions City staff proposed a redesigned planning staff report with tables, a Service Accessibility/Impact Tool (SAT) and clearer history and comp‑plan links; the city attorney warned that Idaho's LUPA requires written reason statements tying facts to code or courts can vacate approvals.

Meridian's City Council is shaking things up with a revamped planning report designed to boost clarity and transparency, but could a single misstep lead to court vacating approvals?

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3 months ago

Lubbock MPO approves $1.99M carbon‑reduction allocation to City Bus accessibility project The Lubbock MPO Transportation Policy Committee voted unanimously Dec. 16 to amend the FY2027–2030 TIP to place all remaining Category 10 Carbon Reduction Program funds (about $1.99 million) on a City of Lubbock bus project to fund sidewalks, ADA ramps and shelters; staff will release the draft TIP for public comment.

Lubbock just secured nearly $2 million in carbon-reduction funds to enhance city bus accessibility with new sidewalks and ADA ramps!

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4 months ago

Committee approves in‑kind EV charging donations, confirms five sites including public pilot at Connolly Street The committee accepted Georgia Power make‑ready services valued at $1.5 million to install EV chargers at five city facilities and accepted six level‑2 chargers from the Electrification Coalition, with four sites serving city fleets and one (Connolly Street/Georgia Hill) planned to be publicly accessible; pricing and revenue models remain under consideration.

Atlanta is charging ahead with a $1.5 million investment in electric vehicle infrastructure, including a public charging station at Connolly Street!

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4 months ago

Work session highlights sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure and transit fleet pilot plans Staff detailed $11M in transportation projects for FY27 and higher five‑year totals, discussed prioritizing sidewalks and bike facilities alongside utility repaving, and recapped council’s commitment to pilot battery and hydrogen buses while staff pursues facility upgrades and federal grants.

Charlottesville is ramping up its transportation game with $11 million for FY27, focusing on sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, and a commitment to eco-friendly transit solutions!

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4 months ago

Naples Beach Club public-art program approved; council requires glare mitigation for reflective work Council approved a six-piece public-art program for the new Naples Beach Club, including site-specific commissions by David Turner and a first U.S. public commission for Guillaume Castel. The Design Review Board and council required orientation and glare mitigation so a reflective stainless-steel piece does not create a safety hazard in the public right of way.

Naples City Council has greenlit an exciting public-art program featuring six stunning sculptures that merge beauty with local conservation education at the Naples Beach Club!

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4 months ago

Transit Transformation Task Force delivers principles and recommendations; report to go to legislature CalSTA staff updated the subcommittee on a Task Force report that recommends revenue, oversight and operational changes to transform transit; the report includes five principles, about 40 strategies and roughly 100 recommendations and will be delivered to the legislature for consideration.

The Transit Transformation Task Force has unveiled a groundbreaking report packed with 5 principles and nearly 100 recommendations to revolutionize California's transit system!

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4 months ago

Residents press county on broadband activation and meeting audio accessibility Residents asked when service will be activated in parts of the Sawyer/Chikaming area and raised complaints about the meeting sound system; Midwest Energy Communications said maps and construction updates are on its site and residents must sign up and pay a $100 hookup for service activation.

Residents in Berrien County are demanding answers about broadband activation while also tackling audio issues at public meetings—are your voices being heard?

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4 months ago

Montgomery County commissioners debate kiosk contract as staff seek more vendor concessions Commissioners discussed a proposed contract to install six self-service kiosks for common county transactions, focusing on the county's exposure from guaranteed minimum transactions and possible alternatives such as revenue-sharing or a 3'to'6-month pilot with no minimums.

Montgomery County commissioners are wrestling with a risky kiosk contract that could cost taxpayers nearly $48,000 a month if usage falls short—will they secure a better deal?

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5 months ago

Study finds moderate recreation and notable bird diversity in V‑Creek/Mule Deer open space; next steps proposed City staff and the Irvine Ranch Conservancy presented a preliminary feasibility assessment for a proposed Southern Open Space Trail linking V‑Creek and Mule Deer open space. The study used camera traps, trail counters and acoustic recorders and found moderate unauthorized use concentrated from Laguna Woods/Laguna Hills, 62 bird species including 7 

A new feasibility study reveals exciting opportunities for connecting Irvine's open spaces, showcasing a rich diversity of wildlife and the need for careful planning to protect sensitive habitats.

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5 months ago

Council delays vote on broad zoning and subdivision rewrite, citing volume and public access issues After debate, the Green Bay Common Council voted 8-4 to hold action on extensive zoning and subdivision code changes (about 93 discrete changes) until the next council meeting, following concerns that city website access and public review were insufficient.

The Green Bay Common Council has put a pause on a major zoning overhaul, raising concerns about public access and the sheer volume of proposed changes—93 in total!

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5 months ago

Council approves state building/fire code adoptions and funds Town Park Plaza furnishings Corte Madera adopted three building- and fire-code ordinances by unanimous votes and authorized up to $32,670 to refinish and add ADA-compliant furnishings at Town Park Plaza.

Corte Madera just took a big step forward by approving new building and fire codes while also investing in a refreshed, ADA-compliant Town Park Plaza for all to enjoy!

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5 months ago

Coalition praises embankment settlement; council to consider related ordinances in November Supporters of preserving the Sixth Street Embankment urged the council to approve three ordinances that are intended to end decades of litigation and convert the rail embankment into public parkland. Backers described the agreement as transformational and urged strong enforcement provisions from the city.

Jersey City's chance to transform the Sixth Street Embankment into a thriving urban forest and trail is on the horizon, but strong community voices are demanding accountability in the process.

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5 months ago

State Water Board launches CalWaters system to modernize water-rights reporting The State Water Resources Control Board demonstrated its new California Water Accounting, Tracking and Reporting System (CalWaters) at the Oct. 21 meeting, saying the system will centralize water-right records, enable online reporting and improve public access to digitized documents. Staff said the system is on time and under budget and will open a

California just unveiled CalWaters, a groundbreaking digital system that revolutionizes water-rights management by streamlining reporting and improving public access to vital records.

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5 months ago

City approves multiple Long Beach Airport actions: fuel subsidy extension, $30.2M concourse contract, JetZero lease extension and planning contracts Council approved an extension of the unleaded aviation fuel subsidy, awarded PCL a passenger concourse enhancements contract (part of a $35.6M project funded largely by an FAA grant), extended a JetZero lease, and approved as-needed A&E contracts for the airport.

Long Beach City Council is taking flight with exciting airport upgrades, including a $30.2M concourse renovation and a boost for unleaded fuel incentives!

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5 months ago

Zoo Boise to open renovated small-animal exhibits Oct. 23; education center due next spring Zoo Boise told the Parks and Recreation Commission at its October meeting that a renovated small-animal kingdom will open Oct. 23, with new exhibits for meerkats, cotton-top tamarins, sand cats, a porcupine and a Grand Cayman blue iguana, and a new conservation and education center planned for next spring.

Zoo Boise is unveiling a stunningly renovated small-animal kingdom on October 23, featuring exciting new habitats for meerkats, cotton-top tamarins, and more!

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5 months ago

Hanford council approves higher tournament fees, directs revenue back to softball complex After a presentation showing heavy use and an estimated $5.5 million annual visitor spending linked to tournaments, the Hanford City Council this month adopted higher tournament, field-prep and light fees and directed excess revenue for reinvestment in the softball complexes. Council also approved operational changes tied to Sierra Pacific High’s 1

The Hanford City Council just approved increased tournament fees to enhance the softball complex, anticipating over $5.5 million in visitor spending—what does this mean for local youth sports?

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5 months ago

Town releases 60% draft of 10-year ‘Oro Valley’s Path Forward’; public comment open through Oct. 31 Town planners presented the 60% community-comment draft of the 10-year action plan "Oro Valley's Path Forward" and urged residents to submit feedback by Oct. 31. The draft includes stormwater management goals, updates to the drainage criteria manual and a resident-led process toward a November 2026 ballot.

Oro Valley is shaping its future with a community-driven 10-year action plan, and your feedback is crucial—don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard by October 31!

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5 months ago

Planning board recommends code changes to Hardee County phosphate‑mining reviews The Hardee County Planning and Zoning Board on Oct. 2 voted to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners adopt amendments to the county land development code that reduce paper-copy requirements, allow electronic submissions and require the county to maintain a map showing phosphate‑mining and reclamation status updated from annual reports.

The Hardee County Planning and Zoning Board just took a huge step towards modernizing phosphate-mining applications by allowing electronic submissions and reducing paper requirements!

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