Cary adopts $579.6 million FY2027 budget with public-safety expansion
Cary Town Council adopted a $579.6 million FY2027 budget with $111 million for public safety, 33 new positions and design work for two fire stations.
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Elk Grove approves $11.15 million purchase for future city growth
The Elk Grove City Council approved buying three commercial properties near City Hall, including a Studio Court office building for future city and police expansion.
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Rock Hill approves proposed $1.5B Octapharma campus
Rock Hill City Council unanimously approved the latest agreement for Octapharma’s proposed $1.5 billion campus at the former Panthers site.
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Southfield approves $65.1M plan for 305 apartments at former Blue Cross campus
Southfield City Council approved a $65.1 million plan to convert two former office towers into 305 workforce-housing apartments and mixed-use space.
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Noblesville approves smaller 2026 budget after revenue shortfall
Noblesville approved a $119.3 million 2026 budget that lowers the tax-rate plan and defers projects after an $8.2 million revenue shortfall.
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Iowa City Bridge Project Secures $23 Million Federal Grant
Iowa City says its Burlington Street Bridge project received a $23 million federal BUILD grant, moving the long-planned transportation effort toward construction planning.
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CTfastrak adds security officers at four New Britain-area stations
A new CTfastrak security contract adds two officers per shift, while four New Britain-area stations are slated for open glass wind-break shelters.
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Blaine voters face Aug. 11 primary for three council seats
Blaine’s 2026 municipal primary is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 11, with three City Council seats up for election if a primary is needed.
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Caldwell Planning Commission Sets Aug. 12 Public Hearing
Caldwell’s Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Aug. 12 for regular business and public hearings at City Hall, with cases not yet listed.
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Rocklin Unified Sets Vote on Proposed $288 Million Bond
Rocklin Unified planned a June 10 vote on a proposed $288 million facilities bond as the district outlines repairs and modernization across its schools.
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Alameda Council Calls for Nov. 3 Vote on Charter Amendments
The Alameda City Council has called for a Nov. 3, 2026, election on proposed charter amendments and authorized written arguments for and against the measure.
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Schaumburg approves $379.6 million budget for village projects
Schaumburg’s Village Board approved the FY2026-27 budget, which continues funding for a new Village Hall and police station using accumulated reserves.
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Flagstaff reviews proposed 1,989-unit development near Kiltie Lane
Flagstaff planning materials identify a proposed 1,989-unit community on 453.59 acres, with a public hearing scheduled for Aug. 12, 2026.
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Missouri City appoints Allen Bogard interim city manager
Missouri City leaders appointed Allen Bogard interim city manager effective July 11 as the city focuses on continuity, growth, utilities and annexation.
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Chino Hills Council Nomination Period Closes; Extension Possible
Chino Hills closed regular nominations for three City Council districts, but an incumbent-related extension could keep filing open in some districts.
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Pittsburg Data-Center Discussion Returns to City Council
Pittsburg scheduled a community workshop and City Council update on data-center development after residents raised concerns. No final project decision is documented.
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Tustin Scheduled Hearing on Citywide ADU Code Update
Tustin scheduled a July 21 public hearing on proposed citywide ADU and JADU code changes, but the council’s final action has not been located.
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Bowling Green adopts new restrictions for potential data centers
Bowling Green commissioners approved rules requiring proposed data centers to maintain 1,500-foot separations from schools, institutions and homes.
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St. George wins $19.25 million grant for Siegen Lane project
A federal BUILD grant will fund planned safety, pedestrian and transit improvements along about 1.35 miles of Siegen Lane in St. George.
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Anythink Nature Library scheduled to open Aug. 8 in Thornton
Thornton’s new Anythink Nature Library is scheduled to open Aug. 8 with a public program, outdoor learning activities and access to a 15-acre campus.
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Pasadena Council Transfers Mayor Pro Tempore Role to Estrada
Pasadena City Council transferred the mayor pro tempore designation from Patricia Van Houte to District E Councilman Jonathan Estrada at its July 7 meeting.
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Gainesville Breaks Ground on Replacement Fire Station 3
Gainesville officials announced a July 22 groundbreaking for a replacement Fire Station 3 and advanced plans for a second public-safety facility.