Seattle Council Debates Universal Free School Meals Amid Funding Concerns
A disagreement has emerged between Seattle's Mayor and City Council over the implementation of a universal free school meals program, with a…
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City Hall, councils, regulators, budgets, consultations and accountability.
New York Hits 8 GW of Distributed Solar as Incentives Prove Key
New York has achieved a significant milestone in renewable energy, reaching 8 gigawatts of distributed solar capacity. Experts attribute this rapid growth…
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Proposed OMB Grant Overhaul Puts $1.1 Trillion in Federal Funding at Risk for Municipalities
Local officials are flagging concerns over a significant regulatory change proposed by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) that could reshape…
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King County Authority for Homelessness Services Downsized Amidst Rising Unsheltered Population
Seattle and King County are re-absorbing homelessness service contracts from the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA), citing financial concerns and a…
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Eastside Enclave Considers Drastic Tax Hike to Avert Bankruptcy
A small, wealthy Eastside city is facing an "existential budget crisis," with voters to decide on a significant property tax increase to…
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Oregon’s Economic “Best Practices” Called into Question Amidst Policy Debates
A new report suggests Oregon should emulate other states, but analysis reveals these "competitors" lag behind on key economic indicators, raising questions…
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US County’s Financial Health Under Scrutiny Amid Declining Reserves
A US county commissioner highlights growing concerns over Manatee County's financial sustainability, citing dwindling reserves and increasing debt burdens, prompting a call…
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King County Council Defers to New Executive on Office Overhaul and Budget
The King County Council has approved significant structural changes to the Executive's Office and the new executive's initial budget request, signalling a…
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New Zealand Adopts National Infrastructure Renewal Strategy
A shift towards prioritising maintenance and repair over new builds marks a significant change in national infrastructure policy, drawing parallels with urbanist…
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How TfL, unions and City Hall describe the dispute — and what the documents actually show
A careful explainer on how to test competing public claims against documents, and how readers can separate confirmed decisions from proposals, advocacy…
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