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  1. L.A. Metro approves major rail route expansion into West Hollywood after last-minute deal

    Metro’s board on Thursday unanimously approved a new route for a Los Angeles rail line that would extend…
    #UnitedStates #US #USA #additionalstudy #america #angelenos #bass #board #construction #klinerider #l.a.metro #project #Publiccomment #resident #southl.a. #station #unitedstatesofamerica #USnews #USTopics #USAnews #votetoday #westhollywood #year
    europesays.com/2875851/

  2. #DataCenters #Virginia #AirQuality #PublicComment

    If you live in VA, there's a public comment period on a proposed change to the 'emergency generator' usage.

    They want to change regulations so that a 'planned grid outage' even a week in advance be classified as an 'emergency' allowing the use of their generators.

    EDIT: Comments due by 12/3

    you can submit a comment here:
    townhall.virginia.gov/L/Commen

    my comment:

    "Do not allow generators during planned grid outages"

    We should not allow data centers to contribute yet more damage to our communities.

    Why are we even allowing 24/7 generators for non-emergency businesses. When the power goes out, we as citizens go down, let the data centers go offline as well. They aren't 'mission critical' for any county or state purpose. They have workload fail over plans for this exact situation.

    These same data center operators last year asked if they could run their generators during 'high load' events during the summer; they claimed it wouldn't be for long hours, just short durations.

    Given the past performance of PJM and Dominion Power, outages that reach >5 hours are EXCEEDINGLY rare.

    As such, batteries exist to cover this likely outage duration. Are they as cheap as generators? Not yet, but we're seeing BILLION DOLLAR profits from these companies. They can afford it.

    And should a planned outage need to be multiple days, again, they can go offline like the rest of us. How often has this happened? I'm guessing basically never.

    Data Centers provide NO BENEFIT to the affected communities that any other 'normal' business provides.

    Stop giving these companies loopholes to pollute and damage our communities.

  3. You Can Still Speak at Port Huron City Council Meetings

    You don’t need to fill out a signup sheet — and you don’t need to be a resident or business owner — to share your comments at Port Huron City Council meetings. Anyone may speak during the public comment period.

    👉 Full details: bluewaterhealthyliving.com/new

    #PortHuron #CityCouncil #LocalGovernment #CommunityVoice #PublicComment #BWHL #GBSMedia

  4. Rt 2 Corridor (Congress and Ferry)

    I submitted the below comment to the public comment section for the Rt. 2 Corridor project. Capital Streets has a good deal of additional information.

    I write as an RPI alumnus and former resident of the City of Troy. While I now reside across the river in Colonie, I return to Troy regularly to enjoy cultural events, to shop at the farmers market, and to patronize the many fine restaurants and small businesses downtown Troy has to offer (and to attend the occasional hockey game at my alma mater). While I frequently ride my bike when I’m on my own, I more often drive, as I’m accompanied other family members. In both cases, I am very aware of the challenges that have prompted the work on the Route 2 Corridor.

    I’m concerned about the City’s decision to use Alternative 1A. The size of the lanes means increased traffic speed, with commensurate increases in noise, pollution, and danger from moving vehicles. The loss of tree cover will make walking less pleasant throughout the corridor. The reduction in parking will make it more difficult to travel to Troy, even if the first two problems didn’t discourage me from coming in the first place. Even the added bike lane is largely unusable, as the lack of any barrier from the higher speed moving traffic will make it uncomfortable to use at best. And having lived for a number of years a block away from the corridor, I can’t imagine it being better for the City’s residents either.

    In short, the City’s preferred choice doesn’t seem to solve any of the problems that motivated the project to begin with. There are better options available. Alternative 1B, and even Alternative 1A Modified address many of the concerns above. I urge the City to reconsider its choice.

  5. The Government Just Made it Harder for The Public to Comment on Regulations 404media.co/the-government-jus

    Organizations who wanted to acquire an API key had to sign up and agree to the GSA’s terms and conditions. In the Monday email from the GSA, organizations that had previously used POST were told they’d lost access to the function at the end of the week.

    #GSA #Regulations #PublicComment

  6. Small Business vs. City: Unfair Advantage? Addressing local parking safety concerns! We support small businesses, but fairness and safety are key. We highlight the need for addressing right-of-way obstructions for businesses paying rent. Thank you on behalf of our community! #LocalGovernment #CityCouncilMeeting #SmallBusinessSupport #ParkingSafety #CommunityConcerns #PublicComment #RightOfWay #FairBusiness #LocalPolitics #CommunityVoicehttps://ift.tt/64FN3s2

  7. Small Business vs. City: Unfair Advantage? Addressing local parking safety concerns! We support small businesses, but fairness and safety are key. We highlight the need for addressing right-of-way obstructions for businesses paying rent. Thank you on behalf of our community! #LocalGovernment #CityCouncilMeeting #SmallBusinessSupport #ParkingSafety #CommunityConcerns #PublicComment #RightOfWay #FairBusiness #LocalPolitics #CommunityVoicehttps://ift.tt/64FN3s2

  8. Heated City Council Speech: Man Denies Trashy Accusations! Watch a man's passionate public comment at a city council meeting, defending himself against accusations of being 'trashy.' He asserts his right to confront his accuser and highlights the location's context. See the full story here! #CityCouncilMeeting #PublicComment #FalseAccusations #RightToConfront #LocalPolitics #CommunityDebate #DefendingReputation #IndustrialArea #TruthAndJustice #ViralDebatehttps://ift.tt/sNuA3pP

  9. Heated City Council Speech: Man Denies Trashy Accusations! Watch a man's passionate public comment at a city council meeting, defending himself against accusations of being 'trashy.' He asserts his right to confront his accuser and highlights the location's context. See the full story here! #CityCouncilMeeting #PublicComment #FalseAccusations #RightToConfront #LocalPolitics #CommunityDebate #DefendingReputation #IndustrialArea #TruthAndJustice #ViralDebatehttps://ift.tt/sNuA3pP

  10. Vaccines are a public health measure that protects people who cannot get them or for whom they are not effective. Vaccines help reduce and control highly contagious disease. Limiting the COVID vaccine to small groups is dangerous & contrary to public health. Comments are accepted here up to 11:59 pm EDT on the 23rd of May.
    #COVID #FDA #Vaccines #Action #PublicComment
    regulations.gov/commenton/FDA-

  11. 2026-2030 Draft Consolidated Plan Available for Public Comment and Public Meetings Scheduled

    The City of Raleigh is requesting community input on the draft 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. The plan describes how the City will use federal and local funds to create affordable housing, address homelessness, and serve low- and moderate-income communities over the next five years. The City expects to receive $4.5 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) next fiscal year (beginning July 1) and $22.5 million over the next five fiscal years.

    The draft Consolidated Plan can be reviewed here and is available for public comment through Monday, April 13th.

    Hard copies of the draft are available at the Community and Small Business Development office or by request (919) 996-4330:

    One City Plaza
    12th Floor, Suite 1200
    421 Fayetteville St.
    Raleigh, NC 27601

    Ways to provide comments:

    • Email written comments to [email protected]
    • Mail written comments to “Housing and Neighborhoods Department, P.O. Box 590, Raleigh, NC 27602”

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Community Meetings

    The City is inviting community members to participate in upcoming community meetings to review highlights of the draft Consolidated Plan and provide feedback. 

    Upcoming Spring Public Meetings:

    • Tarboro Road Community Center, March 25th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Carolina Pines Community Center, March 27th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Virtual Meeting (link), Thursday, April 3rd, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Public Hearing

    A public hearing was held on December 3, 2024, to gather input on community needs to inform the draft plan. A second public hearing will be held in April pending City Council authorization. More information on a date, time, location, and ways to sign up to speak will be emailed and posted on the City website once scheduled. Visit the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan page for more information and updates. 

    #20262030DraftConsolidatedPlan #CityOfRaleigh #events #News #PublicComment #PublicMeetings #raleigh

  12. 2026-2030 Draft Consolidated Plan Available for Public Comment and Public Meetings Scheduled

    The City of Raleigh is requesting community input on the draft 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. The plan describes how the City will use federal and local funds to create affordable housing, address homelessness, and serve low- and moderate-income communities over the next five years. The City expects to receive $4.5 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) next fiscal year (beginning July 1) and $22.5 million over the next five fiscal years.

    The draft Consolidated Plan can be reviewed here and is available for public comment through Monday, April 13th.

    Hard copies of the draft are available at the Community and Small Business Development office or by request (919) 996-4330:

    One City Plaza
    12th Floor, Suite 1200
    421 Fayetteville St.
    Raleigh, NC 27601

    Ways to provide comments:

    • Email written comments to [email protected]
    • Mail written comments to “Housing and Neighborhoods Department, P.O. Box 590, Raleigh, NC 27602”

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Community Meetings

    The City is inviting community members to participate in upcoming community meetings to review highlights of the draft Consolidated Plan and provide feedback. 

    Upcoming Spring Public Meetings:

    • Tarboro Road Community Center, March 25th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Carolina Pines Community Center, March 27th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Virtual Meeting (link), Thursday, April 3rd, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Public Hearing

    A public hearing was held on December 3, 2024, to gather input on community needs to inform the draft plan. A second public hearing will be held in April pending City Council authorization. More information on a date, time, location, and ways to sign up to speak will be emailed and posted on the City website once scheduled. Visit the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan page for more information and updates. 

    #20262030DraftConsolidatedPlan #CityOfRaleigh #events #News #PublicComment #PublicMeetings #raleigh

  13. 2026-2030 Draft Consolidated Plan Available for Public Comment and Public Meetings Scheduled

    The City of Raleigh is requesting community input on the draft 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. The plan describes how the City will use federal and local funds to create affordable housing, address homelessness, and serve low- and moderate-income communities over the next five years. The City expects to receive $4.5 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) next fiscal year (beginning July 1) and $22.5 million over the next five fiscal years.

    The draft Consolidated Plan can be reviewed here and is available for public comment through Monday, April 13th.

    Hard copies of the draft are available at the Community and Small Business Development office or by request (919) 996-4330:

    One City Plaza
    12th Floor, Suite 1200
    421 Fayetteville St.
    Raleigh, NC 27601

    Ways to provide comments:

    • Email written comments to [email protected]
    • Mail written comments to “Housing and Neighborhoods Department, P.O. Box 590, Raleigh, NC 27602”

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Community Meetings

    The City is inviting community members to participate in upcoming community meetings to review highlights of the draft Consolidated Plan and provide feedback. 

    Upcoming Spring Public Meetings:

    • Tarboro Road Community Center, March 25th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Carolina Pines Community Center, March 27th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Virtual Meeting (link), Thursday, April 3rd, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Public Hearing

    A public hearing was held on December 3, 2024, to gather input on community needs to inform the draft plan. A second public hearing will be held in April pending City Council authorization. More information on a date, time, location, and ways to sign up to speak will be emailed and posted on the City website once scheduled. Visit the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan page for more information and updates. 

    #20262030DraftConsolidatedPlan #CityOfRaleigh #events #News #PublicComment #PublicMeetings #raleigh

  14. 2026-2030 Draft Consolidated Plan Available for Public Comment and Public Meetings Scheduled

    The City of Raleigh is requesting community input on the draft 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. The plan describes how the City will use federal and local funds to create affordable housing, address homelessness, and serve low- and moderate-income communities over the next five years. The City expects to receive $4.5 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) next fiscal year (beginning July 1) and $22.5 million over the next five fiscal years.

    The draft Consolidated Plan can be reviewed here and is available for public comment through Monday, April 13th.

    Hard copies of the draft are available at the Community and Small Business Development office or by request (919) 996-4330:

    One City Plaza
    12th Floor, Suite 1200
    421 Fayetteville St.
    Raleigh, NC 27601

    Ways to provide comments:

    • Email written comments to [email protected]
    • Mail written comments to “Housing and Neighborhoods Department, P.O. Box 590, Raleigh, NC 27602”

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Community Meetings

    The City is inviting community members to participate in upcoming community meetings to review highlights of the draft Consolidated Plan and provide feedback. 

    Upcoming Spring Public Meetings:

    • Tarboro Road Community Center, March 25th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Carolina Pines Community Center, March 27th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Virtual Meeting (link), Thursday, April 3rd, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Public Hearing

    A public hearing was held on December 3, 2024, to gather input on community needs to inform the draft plan. A second public hearing will be held in April pending City Council authorization. More information on a date, time, location, and ways to sign up to speak will be emailed and posted on the City website once scheduled. Visit the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan page for more information and updates. 

    #20262030DraftConsolidatedPlan #CityOfRaleigh #events #News #PublicComment #PublicMeetings #raleigh

  15. 2026-2030 Draft Consolidated Plan Available for Public Comment and Public Meetings Scheduled

    The City of Raleigh is requesting community input on the draft 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. The plan describes how the City will use federal and local funds to create affordable housing, address homelessness, and serve low- and moderate-income communities over the next five years. The City expects to receive $4.5 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) next fiscal year (beginning July 1) and $22.5 million over the next five fiscal years.

    The draft Consolidated Plan can be reviewed here and is available for public comment through Monday, April 13th.

    Hard copies of the draft are available at the Community and Small Business Development office or by request (919) 996-4330:

    One City Plaza
    12th Floor, Suite 1200
    421 Fayetteville St.
    Raleigh, NC 27601

    Ways to provide comments:

    • Email written comments to [email protected]
    • Mail written comments to “Housing and Neighborhoods Department, P.O. Box 590, Raleigh, NC 27602”

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Community Meetings

    The City is inviting community members to participate in upcoming community meetings to review highlights of the draft Consolidated Plan and provide feedback. 

    Upcoming Spring Public Meetings:

    • Tarboro Road Community Center, March 25th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Carolina Pines Community Center, March 27th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    • Virtual Meeting (link), Thursday, April 3rd, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

    Accommodations for non-English speaking or residents with disabilities will be made available upon advance request. Deaf and hearing-impaired individuals needing interpreter services should provide 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).

    Public Hearing

    A public hearing was held on December 3, 2024, to gather input on community needs to inform the draft plan. A second public hearing will be held in April pending City Council authorization. More information on a date, time, location, and ways to sign up to speak will be emailed and posted on the City website once scheduled. Visit the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan page for more information and updates. 

    #20262030DraftConsolidatedPlan #CityOfRaleigh #events #News #PublicComment #PublicMeetings #raleigh

  16. The public comment period is currently open for a proposal to remove NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) regulations. Please share this with your networks and add your thoughts: federalregister.gov/documents/

    #EPA
    #PublicComment
    #NEPA
    #CLIMATEchange
    #USPol
    #Trump