Embrace the unknown with faith; our collective strength ensures well-being. Trust in our shared journey. #FaithJourney #CommunityResilience #TrustInProgress

House Government Operations & Military Affairs committee approves H 902 to expand Barrie charter powers and allow larger reserve The committee approved H 902 on April 17, voting to accept charter amendments for the city of Barrie that would permit authorized sale or lease of city property by the city manager or an authorized councilor and allow the city to increase its reserve (sinking) fund from 5% up to 10%.

The House committee has just passed a bill that could transform Barrie's financial landscape by allowing greater local authority and increasing reserve funds to 10%.

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#VT #VermontCityGovernment #CitizenPortal #LocalGovernance #CommunityResilience #FiscalResponsibility

Senate committee hears bill to add slow-onset disasters to Alaska's disaster law SB 195 would expand the Alaska Disaster Act to define "slow onset" disasters (permafrost thaw, coastal erosion, rising sea level, drought, biodiversity loss) and require relevant expertise on state and local planning committees; committee set the bill aside after the first hearing.

Alaska is taking a bold step to address slow-onset disasters like melting permafrost and coastal erosion by amending its disaster act—could this be the key to safeguarding vulnerable communities?

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Lynnwood parks department unveils data‑driven capital prioritization, lists Pioneer and Rowe projects Parks Planning Superintendent Monica Thompson presented a 118‑project prioritization list built on equity and project‑level scoring and identified near‑term council actions including Pioneer Park renovations, Rowe Park design, and grant application authorizations.

Lynnwood's parks are getting a major makeover with a data-driven plan that prioritizes equity and sustainability—are you ready to see the exciting changes ahead?

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#LynnwoodSnohomishCounty #WA #LynnwoodParks #CitizenPortal #CommunityResilience #EnvironmentalAssessment

Seismologist Ross Stein tells Portola Valley residents to prepare now for likely strong shaking Seismologist Ross Stein told the Portola Valley Town geologic safety committee that residents face a substantial lifetime chance of strong shaking, urged pairing earthquake readiness with flood and fire preparations, and answered questions on insurance, gas shutoffs, trees and local hazards.

Seismologist Ross Stein warns Portola Valley residents that the likelihood of experiencing a significant earthquake is higher than you think—are you prepared?

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#CA #CitizenPortal #PortolaValleyEarthquakePreparedness #PublicSafety #CommunityResilience #DisasterReadiness

City presents $1.2 billion five‑year capital plan, flags $317M unfunded needs Capital Improvements Program staff told council the FY27 CIP includes 309 projects and a five‑year funding need of about $1.2 billion, with $317 million of unfunded needs; major categories include utilities, streets and public facilities and staff urged pursuing multiple funding sources.

Las Cruces is facing a staggering $1.2 billion funding need for 309 capital improvement projects, with over $317 million still unfunded—how will the city tackle this challenge?

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Council adopts RFQ to demolish three downtown buildings after storm exposes structural damage Mount Vernon council adopted Resolution 2026‑35 to issue an RFQ and select firms to demolish three properties behind 40 Public Square, citing public‑safety concerns after recent windstorm damage and plans to salvage historic elements for commemoration.

Mount Vernon is taking decisive action to demolish three dangerous downtown buildings after storm damage revealed serious safety risks—can a pocket park rise from the rubble?

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#OH #UrbanDevelopment #CitizenPortal #HistoricPreservation #CommunityResilience #MountVernonPublicSafety

Senate committee advances SB 904 to speed and coordinate wildfire rebuilding The Senate Emergency Management Committee advanced SB 904 to Appropriations. The bill would codify parts of Executive Order N‑425 to identify permitting and building-code barriers after wildfire disasters; Climate Action California opposed the measure, citing concerns about streamlining protections.

The Senate is taking action to streamline wildfire rebuilding efforts with SB 904, a bill aimed at cutting through red tape while keeping essential protections intact.

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#CA #CitizenPortal #CommunityResilience #DisasterResponse #BuildingCode

We are closing the HOPE Mid-Term Meeting in Reykjavik, after two days of exchange, coordination, and joint planning.
Thanks to all the partners!! More info: www.permaculturacantabria.com/hope/
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Civic Empowerment Solutions (CES) #1–25: Anti-Corruption, Climate Action & Cost-of-Living Solutions for Local Democracy Civic Empowerment Solutions (CES) #1–25: Anti-Corruption, Climate Action & Cost-of-Living Solutions for Local Democracy

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Lavaca County lifts burn ban after heavy northern rains; south of county remains dry After weekend storms produced 4+ inches in parts of northern Lavaca County, commissioners voted to lift the county's burn ban effective immediately while warning residents about dry pockets in the southern districts and urging continued caution.

Lavaca County has lifted its burn ban following heavy rains in the north, but caution remains essential in the dry southern areas!

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#LavacaCounty #TX #LavacaCountyBurnBan #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #EmergencyManagement #CommunityResilience

Sheriff proposes pilot monthly allowance to help first responders live in Teton County Sheriff Matt Carr proposed a pilot 'readiness' housing allowance (budgeted at $198,000 for six positions using a $2,750/month state housing allowance figure) to recruit and retain first responders; the board directed staff to work out program rules and consider the request during the budget process.

Sheriff Matt Carr is tackling Teton County's first responder crisis with a bold housing allowance proposal aimed at keeping our heroes close to home.

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#TetonCounty #WY #CitizenPortal #HousingSupport #PublicSafety #CommunityResilience

Env Studies alum Joey Slinger shares his applied research internship and a new seed library supporting seed saving, local food security & community resilience. Visit MacOdrum Library (1st floor) through June 2026 🌱

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Pecos council authorizes application for $15 million state water grant to replace aging transmission line The Pecos City Council authorized staff to apply for a $15 million Texas Water Development Board grant to replace a 19.5-mile Ward County wellfield transmission line the city says is beyond its service life and leaking significant volumes of water.

Pecos City is taking a bold step to secure $15 million for a critical infrastructure upgrade that could end years of costly water leaks and bolster community resilience.

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#PecosReevesCounty #TX #WaterConservation #InfrastructureImprovement #CitizenPortal #CommunityResilience

BBMR director asks Guam Legislature to approve $25M emergency appropriation as typhoon approaches BBMR Director Lester Carlson told the Committee of the Whole the $25 million general‑fund request would allow proactive pre‑storm response (rentals, heavy equipment, mayoral assistance, shelter readiness) and post‑storm recovery if needed; senators pressed for a breakdown between response and recovery, stronger reporting requirements, and alternatives such as tapping the rainy‑day fund.

As Typhoon Sinlaku looms, Guam's BBMR director is urging a $25 million emergency fund to ensure the island is prepared for impact and recovery.

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#US #CitizenPortal #GuamEmergency #CommunityResilience #GovernmentAccountability #DisasterPreparation

Speakers praise FBI training after Michigan synagogue incident and urge tougher penalties Speakers credited an FBI training held about six weeks earlier with helping protect children during a Michigan synagogue incident, praised a local hero and the FBI’s leadership, and urged stronger legislation to sentence and remove attackers.

An FBI training just weeks prior to a harrowing incident at a Michigan synagogue is credited with saving lives, sparking calls for tougher legislation against attackers.

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#US #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #CommunityResilience #MichiganSynagogue

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Politics & funding cuts hitting mental health? Tamika Wade Brewington keeps it raw on the impact and why community & grassroots unity matter in 2026.

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Governor's office signs capital budget with $960 million for affordable housing The Governor's Office signed Senate Bill 6003, the capital budget that includes historic investments in affordable housing—bringing the biennium total to $960 million—and funds for school construction, tribal clean energy and flood recovery.

Washington just made history with a monumental $960 million investment in affordable housing, tackling a pressing statewide crisis head-on!

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#WA #ClimateAdaptation #CitizenPortal #HousingInvestment #CommunityResilience

Dickenson County board approves USDA flood‑cleanup agreement, contingent on attorney review The Dickenson County Board approved participation in a USDA Emergency Watershed Protection (EWPP) grant that identifies five cleanup sites. Approval is contingent on the county attorney’s written signoff; staff warned construction may require a 25% county cost share and that final site work will follow engineering estimates.

Dickenson County is taking a crucial step towards flood recovery by approving a USDA grant for emergency watershed protection, but will it truly safeguard against cost overruns?

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#DickensonCounty #VA #CitizenPortal #GrantFunding #CommunityResilience #EmergencyWatershed

Interlaken Town council briefed on House Bill 48, urged to adopt WUI code ahead of 2028 fee changes Council heard a detailed update on state House Bill 48 and the state Wildland‑Urban Interface map, was told most properties are currently mapped as high risk, and agreed to redraft a local ordinance and host fire‑district assessments to help residents comply before fee changes take effect in 2028.

Interlaken residents are facing a looming deadline to adopt new wildfire codes that could significantly impact their insurance coverage and future fees—are you prepared for the changes ahead?

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Senate committee advances bill to fold Lafitte levee board into regional West Bank authority amid lawsuits and funding concerns The Senate Transportation committee voted to report SB 56 favorably to move the Lafitte Area Independent Levee District under the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority West Bank, with supporters saying regional oversight will improve operations and critics warning the change could complicate existing claims against the local board.

The Senate committee is poised to transform flood protection in Lafitte by merging its struggling levee district into a more robust regional authority, sparking both hope and controversy.

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#LA #CitizenPortal #FloodProtection #CommunityResilience #GovernanceReform

Senate committee hears residents’ complaints, AT&T and Entergy on repeated Tarrytown outages; PSC outlines reliability rules Lawmakers aired complaints about repeated power outages in Tarrytown. AT&T said it is not responsible for power outages and cannot access some poles because Rail Praxis LLC demands commercial access fees; Entergy outlined equipment failures, vegetation issues and a program of inspections, pole replacements and trims. Public Service Commission officials described rule changes to track reliability at the distribution level and potential customer credits.

Senators demand answers as Tarrytown residents face relentless power outages, with AT&T and Entergy at the center of the controversy!

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#LA #InfrastructureImprovements #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #CommunityResilience #TarrytownPower

Land Access and Opportunity Board warns FY27 cuts would halt resilience grants and seed funding, urges impact study of land‑use rules LAOB co‑directors told the Appropriations Committee their FY27 ask is $3.2 million; with a governor/House recommendation of $1.68 million they say the agency faces a roughly $1.5 million shortfall and a 44% operating cut that would pause resilience grants, seed capital and technical assistance programs.

The Land Access and Opportunity Board warns that proposed funding cuts could cripple essential programs supporting community resilience and emergency shelters, leaving a $1.5 million gap.

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#VT #CitizenPortal #VermontCommunity #CommunityResilience #EmergencyShelter #LandAccess

Deepening our understanding of Tech Facilitated Abuse - ClearCommunityWeb Improving Digital Skills in the Community. Classes, Workshops and Critical I to 1 support across Croydon, Lambeth & Southwark

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Miller will highlight ongoing work at PSU that already intersects with real estate in unexpected ways, from behavioral studies in smart environments to research on equity, mobility, #environmentalhealth, and #communityresilience. Miller's Research Profile 🔗 buff.ly/kcgW0fD

Schuylkill County commissioners approve contracts, election battery replacement and park master-plan RFP The Schuylkill County Board of Commissioners approved multiple contracts including autopsy services, an adult probation psychological-testing contract, a $57,150 battery replacement for voting equipment covered by grant funds, a $55,000 resilience-hub contract funded by BRIC, and authorized an RFP for master site plans for county parks.

Schuylkill County commissioners just approved a series of significant contracts and initiatives, including funding for park plans and vital election equipment upgrades!

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#SchuylkillCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #ElectionIntegrity #CommunityResilience

Testimony urges federal support for marine debris cleanup in Alaska Witnesses and nonprofits told the Senate Resources Committee that remote Alaskan shores are heavily affected by foreign‑sourced marine debris and urged the Legislature to back federal funding and logistics for backhaul and community‑led cleanups.

Alaska's coastlines are drowning in foreign debris, and local leaders are calling for urgent federal support to tackle this environmental crisis!

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#AK #AlaskaMarineDebris #IndigenousStewardship #EnvironmentalCleanup #CitizenPortal #CommunityResilience

Colstrip-area school leaders warn HB 156 and equalization could shift coal-mitigation revenue and raise taxpayer burden Board presenters said House Bill 156 moves equalization to the county level and pulls the coal mitigation block grant out of the district's base funding, potentially creating about a $1.6 million shortfall if those restricted funds are lost; reserves could cover operations for roughly two years but would deplete repair capacity.

Colstrip-area school leaders are sounding the alarm: changes to funding could mean a $1.6 million shortfall, leaving taxpayers to bear the burden.

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#MT #CitizenPortal #MontanaSchools #CommunityResilience #EducationFunding #FiscalTransparency