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The state Senate one-house budget would allow neighbors to issue parking permits for residents.

Under the proposal, the City Council would be charged with determining which neighborhoods in their districts should adopt permitted parking. They park for free and then they take the subway to work. In Washington Heights, as an example, people from New Jersey come across the bridge, park and take the subway downtown to go to work.

“The City of Huntsville offers outstanding learning opportunities for motivated college students wanting both career and personal growth,” said Kenny Anderson, ...

Interviews for the internships will begin April 10, and accepted interns will be notified later that month. to 5 p.m., unless otherwise specified by the department. [2023 Summer Intern Program](https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville?page=3&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs&jobId=3935024&jobName=unpaid-student-intern&tab=1), available to applicants ages 19 or older with a high school diploma or GED, is open to prospective candidates through March 31.

The City of Warren and Watson Township have entered into an agreement for the city to provide EMS services during the day in Watson.

The fee for a response is on a per-call basis — $300 per call or $150 in an instance where the city is dispatched but turned around enroute. The agreement significantly reduces the size of the bill for a response that goes to the township. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

This measure will change the City's tax rate to a flat rate of $45 per employee per business and $15 per rental unit for landlords. Annual adjustments will be ...

While the tax for the City’s largest companies will increase under the new system, a cap of $350,000 has been adopted in an effort to maintain the City’s business-friendly environment. With the new update, businesses will now be able to submit one application for all of their locations at the same time. - For businesses with multiple locations located in and outside of the City, the applicant may self-report the total number of employees. Those holding a current business license in Santa Clara are subject to the Business License Tax. There are approximately 6,100 businesses that will be subject to the employee-based Business License Tax. This measure will change the City’s tax rate to a flat rate of $45 per employee per business and $15 per rental unit for landlords.

The City of Boston and the #ARTSTAYSHERE Coalition announced that after a build-out by The Record Co., the interim music rehearsal space at 55 Morrissey ...

LLC for being open to different opportunities and realizing the importance of our artist community in Boston,” said City Councilor Frank Baker. “Through collaboration among artists, advocates, developers, and government, the tide is starting to change.” The space will be operated by The Record Co., a nonprofit whose mission is to bring equity and sustainability to Boston’s music community through affordable space to record, rehearse, and gather. “Our development won’t begin for a while, so we’re happy to put the space to use until then.” I look forward to continued collaboration with advocates and community members on future plans for 290 North Beacon Street, a facility in Brighton that will be designed as permanently affordable rehearsal space for Boston musicians.” The City of Boston and the #ARTSTAYSHERE Coalition announced that after a build-out by The Record Co., the interim music rehearsal space at 55 Morrissey Blvd.

New York State lawmakers' proposed budget called for higher taxes on the ultrawealthy, parking permits for city residents and retention of the state's bail ...

They rejected her plan to allow dozens of new charter schools to open in New York City by eliminating a cap on licenses. Hochul proposed certain mechanisms to coerce cities, towns and villages to ease restrictions that have stunted housing production in the state, especially in the New York City suburbs. Responding to the suburban opposition, Democratic lawmakers rejected Ms. The Senate also rejected her move to divert revenues from three planned casinos in the New York City region to help the authority. Revenues from the parking permits would be dedicated to the M.T.A. The governor’s plan is centered on getting municipalities to meet specific housing targets: Localities downstate must increase the number of homes by 3 percent over three years, while places upstate have a target of 1 percent. In response to the Legislature’s proposals, Hazel Crampton-Hays, a spokeswoman for Ms. Hochul’s bail amendments on Tuesday, once again showing how fiercely protective they are of the bail law they passed in 2019 that allowed judges to set bail only for the most serious crimes. Some Republicans have focused on the law to successfully portray Democrats as soft on crime. It remains to be seen if the more eye-popping proposals come to pass, but they — along with others floated by lawmakers and Ms. The series of proposals unveiled on Tuesday by the State Legislature shows just how far apart ruling Democratic lawmakers and Gov. No changes to the state’s bail laws.

Police swarmed private property over the weekend, detaining activists and confiscating property; one person arrested, for a traffic ticket.

A colleague who preferred to remain anonymous and was also at the site of the raid said they “felt fear … “It’s a heavy-handed show of force, a destruction of property … The Guardian has obtained a copy of the search warrant used for the raid and spoke to numerous people present during the police action. Sea was in their tent on Saturday morning trying to get some rest after a late-night shift when the sounds of police shouting orders and marching feet drove them out of their tent. “It’s like you find a can of gas sitting next to a lawnmower, and say you’ve found evidence of bombs.” “It brings up freedom of speech and association concerns. Sea returned just before dusk to find the medical team’s tents slashed and some of the supplies destroyed. During that time, police asked the detainees for ID and took their photos. [Georgia](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/state-of-georgia) are prosecuting unprecedented state domestic terrorism charges against members of a broad social movement that opposes a $90m police and fire department training center, known as “Cop City”, planned for the nearby South River forest. The resident, who asked for anonymity in order to speak with the Guardian, decided to go to a nearby friend’s house. A handful of people live there year-round, but the land had been used for the last week by medical personnel and people camping in tents. The raided property’s 10 acres, with its towering oaks and pines, had been used in recent years for free food distribution and art and music events.

State law requires appointments of members to planning and zoning commissions, boards of adjustment and design review boards be voted upon by council. Other ...

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I am shocked and deeply dismayed that the Ada County Commissioners have, once again, refused to invest in temporary, emergency shelter for unhoused families ...

I've directed my staff to find a way to keep the families housed at Red Lion while we bring permanent supportive housing online, work to end family homelessness, support organizations serving the less fortunate, and realize our vision of a safe and welcoming city for everyone” I won't allow families, children, to be pushed out onto the street. “I am committed to making Boise a safe and welcoming city for everyone.

Partnership for Healthy Cities award recipients include Montevideo, Uruguay for food policy; Mexico City, Mexico for road safety; Vancouver, Canada for ...

Through the Partnership for Healthy Cities, local leaders around the world have enacted policies that are improving the health and safety of millions of people. Our mission is to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable. Mayors in the partnership were invited to join and committed to addressing a pressing public health issue in their city. “We applaud the work of urban leaders around the globe in their efforts to create healthier, stronger and more equitable cities. More information and statistics about the Partnership for Healthy Cities and the Policy Accelerator can be found at Founded in 2017, the Partnership for Healthy Cities is a prestigious global network comprised of 70 cities working together to prevent NCDs and injuries. Bloomberg Philanthropies invests in 700 cities and 150 countries around the world to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. The health of our citizens is a city’s greatest asset so I’m taking bold steps to invest in the health of Londoners, such as restricting junk food advertising across the Transport for London network and expanding the Ultra Low Emission Zone, which will mean five million more Londoners will be able to breathe cleaner air.” The Summit brought together mayors and officials from more than 50 major cities in the partnership to discuss urgent public health concerns and best practices that save lives and create healthier cities. "The five cities being recognized today demonstrate that mayors can drive powerful progress to protect the health of their citizens,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. “Our network’s first-ever Summit showcased the best of local public health leadership, and given the gains achieved by our inaugural award winners, we expect even more leaders will follow in their footsteps as they create healthier, more vibrant cities.” The Summit highlights best practices and proven interventions, which is especially important as public health is at risk of becoming less of a priority three years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

William Shatner, Richard Dreyfuss, Elvira and more celebrities are at Bartle Hall to meet fans at the convention of comic books and cosplay.

Some of the celebrities may have a fee for photos or autographs, so take a look before you go. The guide includes tips for first-timers and experienced guests, such as where to meet if you are split up from your party. “Every year offers something new.” From Friday through Sunday, thousands of anime, comic book and pop culture fans will fill 400,000 square feet in Bartle Hall. Kyle Strahm, who’s the co-creator of “Unearth” and “Spread” for Image Comics to 5 p.m. Kevin Mellon, a storyboard artist for “Archer,” “The Vampire Diaries,” and “Black Lightning.” to 7 p.m. Richard Dreyfuss, who starred in blockbusters “Jaws” and “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.” He’s available Saturday and Sunday. Planet Comicon is open from 1 to 8 p.m. [William Shatner of “Star Trek,”](https://www.kansascity.com/entertainment/article273173425.html) Richard Dreyfuss of “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” and Cassandra Peterson, aka Elvira. [Planet Comicon](https://planetcomicon.com/) returns for the 24th time, and for the 10th year downtown.

In late spring, City Council reviews fiscal trends that may impact the budget. The finance committee also holds a series of meetings to review and make ...

The Mayor's office directs and oversees the preparation of the budget by working with all City departments. Think of these as the City's bank accounts, with City Council appropriating from the Genral and Enterprise Funds. Residents age 12 and older can vote on ideas, and the City will put the winning ideas into action. The Mayor starts the budget process by submitting a preliminary budget to City Council in February. The General Fund is the City's checking account and pays for most City operations. Revolving Funds are created by statute or bylaw and need to be renewed by City Council each year. In addition to the day-to-day operations, these five departments include the expense of maintaining the capital facilities so they can continue to provide their services. State law mandates the City pass a balanced budget each year, meaning expenditures (appropriations) cannot exceed operating revenue (estimated revenue). In late spring, City Council reviews fiscal trends that may impact the budget. This page offers an overview of how the budget process works and how it impacts residents and businesses in Somerville. All are invited to learn about what the budget is, how it’s created, and how residents can keep up-to-date with the process. Drafting, revising, and approving a balanced operating budget for the City of Somerville are among the most important duties of our City government.

The City Council of Paden City held its regular monthly meeting at 7:00 PM on Monday, March 5, 2023, at the City Complex located at 208 West Main Street in ...

Chief Lauer spoke enthusiastically of the capabilities and performance of the current canine officer, and would expect the same of a second canine officer. There was discussion regarding the upcoming levy estimate. There was discussion regarding a 9.7% increase in Public Employee Insurance Agency (PEIA) premiums effective July 1, 2023, and how the City may best respond to the increase. Topics of the discussion included 1) building permit fees should reflect the costs of related inspection activities, 2) perhaps there should be a differentiation between household and commercial permits, 3) perhaps permit fees should reflect project costs, and 4) permit fees could provide revenue opportunities for the City. Police Chief Lauer spoke to Council regarding the placement of a second canine officer with the Police Department. Additionally, the water issue impinges upon the equipment used in the unloading process, resulting in that equipment sometimes being submerged By all indications, the proper flow of the storm water is inhibited by a section of compromised piping that is routed under the spur and the CSX Railroad main track, the two being parallel and close together, and that section of compromised piping is the crux of the matter. The reported cost of the new truck is $368,660. Additionally, there was discussion regarding the cleaning and rehabilitation of the city’s municipal water wells. Superintendent Billiter was authorized to proceed with gathering information on the matter. Klug Excavating was the only party to submit bids on the projects. The necessary paperwork should be forthcoming and available within the week. Also at the council table were First Ward Council Members Jim Richmond and Earl Kendle, Second Ward Council Members Rick Bertozzi and Bill Bell, Third Ward Council Members Scott Dalrymple and Don Dillaman, and City Recorder Shiela Ervin.

Students attend class on the second to last day of school. The city's Department of Education on Wednesday outlined the growing interest in families enrolling ...

[Campaign for Access, Representation & Equity](https://care4immigrants.org/) is seeking a $120 million fund to help the immigration court system in New York, which it says faces a backlog of more than 190,000 deportation cases. “Anyone would tell you that anytime you bring in new leadership, there’s a level of change,” he said of the situation in an interview on PIX11 last week. (Two of the four nominees also enthusiastically plugged their books.) The board will take the matter up again sometime in the coming weeks, Schaffer said. “I’m troubled by the request to submit information now at the very, very last moment and long after it was due,” Schaffer said. NYCCFB Press Secretary Tim Hunter said in a statement that the situation is not unique and the board would postpone any decision until it reviews the new documents. We are very much in the process…trying to rightsize early childhood.” Kavanagh, the department’s first female commissioner, has come under criticism in recent weeks after several former assistant chiefs filed a lawsuit against her in February alleging that they were unfairly demoted after she took office. The rest of the state would see minimum wages hit $20 per hour in the same time frame. “We are consistently looking at what unmet need is, where there’s an oversaturation of seats, where there needs to be resources that need to shift,” she said. “We didn’t come here to destroy the early childhood programming,” he said. “So we will be discussing what that is.” — Katelyn Cordero

Budgets by Year' FY 2024 Budget Learn About Somerville's Annual Budget Process at a Virtual Workshop, March 29.

The Mayor's office directs and oversees the preparation of the budget by working with all City departments. Think of these as the City's bank accounts, with City Council appropriating from the Genral and Enterprise Funds. Residents age 12 and older can vote on ideas, and the City will put the winning ideas into action. The Mayor starts the budget process by submitting a preliminary budget to City Council in February. The General Fund is the City's checking account and pays for most City operations. Revolving Funds are created by statute or bylaw and need to be renewed by City Council each year. In addition to the day-to-day operations, these five departments include the expense of maintaining the capital facilities so they can continue to provide their services. State law mandates the City pass a balanced budget each year, meaning expenditures (appropriations) cannot exceed operating revenue (estimated revenue). In late spring, City Council reviews fiscal trends that may impact the budget. This page offers an overview of how the budget process works and how it impacts residents and businesses in Somerville. All are invited to learn about what the budget is, how it’s created, and how residents can keep up-to-date with the process. Drafting, revising, and approving a balanced operating budget for the City of Somerville are among the most important duties of our City government.

The City intends for these meetings to help create a vision for the Railroad/Midtown part of town and is encouraging all parties with ties to and vested ...

And we’re hoping that we can use our conversations next week to figure out exactly how to do that,” says Grimes. The neighborhood plan that is created will be formed by the public’s input and will be a guide for policy, planning, and zoning in the area. These meetings will help create a neighborhood plan.

The Columbus Board of Works has approved an updated city event policy to improve coordination, security and planning around events held on city property.

“It is also the intent herein to provide constructive guidance assisting organizers to produce the most successful and safe events possible.” All other event types will go to the Board of Works for approval. Once an event organizer applies, the details of their application and proposed security plan will be reviewed by the committee, Morris said at the board’s March 7 meeting. “They’re not required to give the public notice that they’re going to get together.” City engineering technician Aimee Morris said the main piece of the new policy is a planning guide that explains how the city will review events. And then when I think of why you want it, from a city point of view and a safety point of view and the things that have happened nationwide at events, I feel like you’ve covered your bases.”

The plans will be used to inform future development and capital investment decisions. "The area planning process is coming to every neighborhood in the City of ...

"Now is the time to make your voice heard as we continue implementing the vision of the Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan." "The area planning process is coming to every neighborhood in the City of Charlotte," said, Alyson Craig, Interim Planning Director. In addition to providing input on the community area planning process, participants can speak with staff from multiple city departments to answer general questions and collect information on interdepartmental initiatives.