Jersey City’s proposed 20% tax-rate hike heads to council amid $255M deficit
Jersey City, NJ – The city is seeking council approval for a 20% tax-rate increase as it says a $255 million deficit could affect the Q3 tax bill.
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Baton Rouge library millage vote comes June 27 for parishwide voters
East Baton Rouge Parish voters decide June 27 on a 9.5-mill library continuation the system says supports operations and capital planning.
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Freehold Borough adopts amended 500 Park Avenue plan for 168 units
Freehold NJ – Borough leaders adopted an amended 500 Park Avenue redevelopment plan June 15, updating a 168-unit housing concept and parking rules.
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North Las Vegas mayor race heads to November runoff after leaders fall short
North Las Vegas NV – Clark County’s June primary shows Daniele Monroe-Moreno and Scott Black on top, but neither cleared 50%, pointing to a November runoff.
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Oshkosh forms camera review commission after ending Flock contract
Oshkosh WI – The council ended its Flock Safety deal, and police are now seeking a replacement vendor while a new commission reviews safeguards.
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Fontana sewer rates face June 23 hearing before possible July 1 increase
Fontana City Council will hold a June 23 Prop. 218 hearing on sewer-rate increases that could start July 1 and rise yearly through 2030.
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Irvine approves new athletic field and Fieldhouse fees, effective Aug. 8
Irvine approved hourly fees for outdoor athletic fields and the Irvine Fieldhouse, with resident-priority rules taking effect around Aug. 8.
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Harrison’s new short-term rental rules take effect July 11 with licenses, inspections
Harrison MI – The city’s short-term rental license system starts July 11, and owners can apply now even though the city will not process them yet.
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Des Moines lawn watering ban remains in effect as nitrate levels strain water system
Des Moines IA – Central Iowa Water Works says the June 8 watering ban is still active as elevated nitrate levels continue to limit treatment capacity.
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Tampa police chief Lee Bercaw to retire Aug. 6; Brett Owen to act
Chief Lee Bercaw will retire Aug. 6, and Assistant Chief Brett Owen will serve as acting chief until Tampa’s next mayoral election.
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Oshkosh weighs next step on license plate readers after Flock fallout
Oshkosh, WI is weighing what comes after Flock license plate readers, with police discussing an advisory committee before any new vendor decision.
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Fontana warns residents about illegal fireworks, restricted zones ahead of July 4
Fontana says illegal fireworks face zero-tolerance enforcement, with no-fireworks zones in parts of the city and Safe and Sane sales starting June 28.
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Denver moves to rebuild City Park bandstand after fire, with 2027 target
Denver plans to rebuild the City Park bandstand after a March fire, while City Park Jazz uses a temporary stage and tests an accessibility shuttle.
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Spartanburg County adopts performance zoning rules for new development
Spartanburg County Council approved a performance zoning ordinance on June 15. It takes effect July 15 and changes how new projects are reviewed.
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Newton considers letting raised beds sit closer to lot lines
In Newton, MA, city leaders are debating whether raised garden beds should count as structures, a change that could free up small yards. The ordinance is still pending.
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La Salle podcast explains electric aggregation and solicitor permits
La Salle’s new city podcast breaks down electric aggregation, opt-out basics, and solicitor permits so residents know what to expect next.
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Wilmington buys Sciarappa Farm for nearly $11M, keeping 63 acres near I-93
Wilmington MA – The town spent nearly $11 million to buy Sciarappa Farm, blocking proposed development at 333 Andover Street and keeping 63 acres near I-93 in town hands.
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Mesa’s Falcon Field landing fees delayed until at least July 30
Mesa’s Falcon Field landing-fee rollout is now delayed until no later than July 30, 2026, while the city finalizes a vendor and FAA concerns continue.
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Van Wert’s QTS data center puts water, power and jobs back in focus
Van Wert’s planned QTS campus drew fresh scrutiny at a June 11 event, with residents pressing for answers on water, power, jobs, taxes and timing.
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Irvine opens review of 2026 hazard plan tied to FEMA eligibility
Irvine is taking public comments on its 2026 hazard mitigation draft through June 24, a local planning step tied to FEMA eligibility and fire risk.
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Gig Harbor weighs regional homelessness framework as county adopts plan
Gig Harbor WA – City leaders are weighing a regional homelessness coordination model as Pierce County’s updated plan adds countywide context.
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Baton Rouge council approves $1.16M DHS deal for BRPD task force at Airline HQ
Baton Rouge LA – The Metro Council approved a $1.16 million DHS deal to renovate BRPD headquarters space for a multi-agency task force, prompting ICE concerns.
