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3 weeks ago

Planning commission urges Brown County to consider moratorium on data centers, battery storage and crypto mining Brown County's planning commission recommended the county consider a moratorium or ban on data centers, large battery energy storage systems, cryptocurrency mining and heavy water‑use chip manufacturing. The commission cited concerns about water consumption, fire response, road and electrical infrastructure, noise, and rural fit, and offered to draft a resolution for county review.

Brown County is contemplating a temporary ban on data centers and cryptocurrency mining due to serious concerns about water use and rural integrity.

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1 month ago

City Light CEO firing draws sustained public comment urging reinstatement Multiple City Light employees, union representatives and longtime residents asked the council to intervene to retain (referred to in testimony as Don/Dawn Lindell), warning that leadership turnover jeopardizes infrastructure, ratepayers and ongoing capital projects.

City Light employees and union reps rally against the removal of CEO Dawn Lindell, warning that leadership changes could jeopardize vital infrastructure and major projects.

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1 month ago

Widespread power cuts hit Ukraine and spill into Moldova after transmission-line failures Emergency rolling blackouts interrupted metro service in Kyiv and Kharkiv, stopped water service in parts of Kyiv and Vinnytsia, and left traffic systems in Chișinău dark after a simultaneous failure of high-voltage transmission lines; Ukrainian authorities gave differing estimates for full stabilization.

Emergency power cuts have plunged Ukraine and Moldova into chaos, halting metro services and disrupting water supplies after a major transmission line failure.

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1 month ago

Seaside public works details storm damage; exposed water lines and emergency bank stabilization completed Public Works reported multiple December storm responses including sinkholes, river log jams and a section of riverbank erosion that exposed the city's raw-water and distribution lines; crews obtained emergency permits, moved a log jam, installed boulders and applied for approximately $112,000 in reimbursements.

Seaside's Public Works team raced against time to stabilize critical water lines after devastating storms exposed them, preventing potential disaster.

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2 months ago

Libby incident management team says Lower Flower Creek diversion dam stabilized; boil order remains while tests continue Emergency managers reported engineers reduced reservoir head and sandbagged seepage areas at the city‑owned Lower Flower Creek Diversion Dam, lowering failure risk. City staff said the municipal water plant remains on a boil order pending lab results; an incident web page and EOC phone line were set up for residents.

The Libby incident management team has stabilized the Lower Flower Creek Diversion Dam, but a boil order remains in effect as the community braces for severe weather.

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2 months ago

Templeton Select Board accepts FY27 capital plan recommendations, revises free-cash distribution The Select Board received the Capital Improvements Committee's five-year plan, approved the FY27 capital repair recommendations and voted to amend the town's free-cash distribution percentages to increase capital and infrastructure stabilization allocations; debate focused on meals-tax intended uses and DOR guidance on free-cash reliance.

The Templeton Select Board has approved crucial capital repair recommendations for FY27, paving the way for significant upgrades including bullet-resistant windows for schools and a new police vehicle!

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2 months ago

Bonner County declares disaster after flooding, ratifies Army Corps cooperative agreement Bonner County declared a county-level disaster after heavy snowmelt and rain damaged roads and infrastructure, and the Board ratified a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to stabilize riverbanks and restore access.

Bonner County has declared a local disaster as severe flooding wreaks havoc on roads, prompting urgent action and assistance from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

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3 months ago

Dare County public comment urges immediate reconstruction of historical groins; county staff cite permitting limits At the Dec. 1 Dare County Board of Commissioners meeting, public speakers and the chair urged action to stabilize NC Highway 12 and rebuild three historical groins; county staff and commissioners said statutory and permitting constraints and a 50% repair rule limit immediate reconstruction and that only one groin repair application is currently before state agencies.

Urgent calls for action echo in Dare County as residents demand the immediate reconstruction of critical groins to combat shoreline erosion threatening NC Highway 12.

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4 months ago

Consultants find Stevens Lake dam structurally marginal; URA to sample sediments before deciding on breach An Oasis Consulting geotechnical study told Forest Park URA that Stevens Lake Dam’s embankment is marginal and should be remediated; consultants recommended sediment sampling and said a controlled breach could cost roughly $750,000, subject to permitting and contamination results.

The Stevens Lake Dam in Forest Park is on shaky ground, with experts urging immediate action to prevent a potential disaster.

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Citizen Portal News North Carolina

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4 months ago

Buxton residents press Dare County for clearer debris plan as Highway 12 keeps failing Buxton residents told the Dare County Board of Commissioners that repeated sand overwash and house collapses require a dedicated on‑the‑ground coordinator, clearer debris removal rules and longer‑term shoreline fixes; county staff reiterated property‑owner responsibilities and a Nov. 17 deadline to place debris at the right of way for contractor ha

Buxton residents are sounding the alarm over repeated house collapses and wash-outs along Highway 12, demanding urgent action and a better cleanup plan from county officials.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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4 months ago

Utilities report: Well 4 drawdown prompts operational changes; VFD installed on Well 3 improves stability Town utilities staff reported a September drawdown event at Well 4 that led to reduced pumping from that well, offset by increased use of Well 3 (now equipped with a variable frequency drive) and limited supplementation from the Stonewall treatment plant; wastewater plant operating within demand.

Smithtown's water supply faced challenges last month as Well 4's drawdown prompted operational shifts, raising concerns about long-term sustainability.

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Citizen Portal News Michigan

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4 months ago

Petoskey engineers present 100% design for Miracle Mile dynamic revetment; construction on hold pending funding A consulting engineer presented a final design to Petoskey City Council for repairing the closed “Miracle Mile” section of the Little Traverse Wheelway using a dynamic cobble revetment and ancillary work. The 100% design and bid documents are complete, but permitting and construction are on hold because the opinion of probable construction cost is,

The long-awaited design for the Miracle Mile section of the Little Traverse Wheelway is complete, but a staggering $20 million funding gap threatens to keep it closed!

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5 months ago

Community Meeting Addresses Home Repair Programs and Service Stabilization Efforts Officials discuss housing repair initiatives and the need for service stability post-growth.

Wasco County officials are stepping up to discuss critical home repair programs and service stability after a year of infrastructure growth!

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7 months ago

Landowner Chris Gower seeks lease increase for city wells after 36 years Gower requests a lease increase to $1,000 per well for city water access.

Marysville's City Council is tackling crucial water resource management issues, including a proposed lease increase that could reshape local landowner agreements after 36 years!

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7 months ago

North Texas Water Policy Ensures Equal Rates for All Customers North Texas maintains uniform water rates for all customers regardless of proximity to plants.

The McKinney City Council is grappling with the future of water rates, highlighting the risk of hikes if infrastructure projects aren't carefully managed.

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Citizen Portal News Pennsylvania

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7 months ago

Council Addresses Last-Minute Soil Issues for Parking Lot Stability Council discusses urgent action needed to fix unsuitable soil for parking lot stability.

Pennsylvania officials are scrambling after discovering serious soil issues just a day before a crucial meeting, raising questions about project management and transparency.

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7 months ago

City Council Discusses Harbor Stability and Future Dredging Plans The city council reviews the condition of North and South Pier and discusses dredging funds.

Two Rivers is at a crossroads as city leaders tackle the future of the North and South Piers, balancing maintenance needs with exciting new recreational opportunities.

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7 months ago

County Board Requests 12-Month Extension for FEMA Drainage Projects Board members unanimously support requesting a year-long extension for drainage district projects.

Osceola County officials are pushing for a crucial 12-month extension on drainage projects as they navigate uncertainties with FEMA funding to prevent future disasters.

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Citizen Portal News West Virginia

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10 months ago

County leaders decide to contract West Virginia American Water amid funding concerns County officials opt for West Virginia American Water as FEMA funding remains uncertain.

Fayette County leaders are making tough decisions about their water services as funding fears loom and critical repairs hang in the balance.

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11 months ago

Tennessee legislature preserves 25-year sewer system operations outside city boundaries Tennessee amendments ensure continued operation of long-term sewer systems beyond city limits.

Tennessee's House Bill 543 could reshape the future of rural sewage systems, ensuring their survival while sparking debate on local governance and infrastructure modernization.

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