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Citizen Portal News Georgia

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1 month ago

Valdosta council approves pet-sale ban and a package of equipment and utility actions The Valdosta mayor and council on Jan. 22 approved an ordinance banning retail sales of dogs and cats, authorized multiple equipment purchases on the consent agenda, approved utility easements for a new water plant and a $261,500 purchase of pump drives at two lift stations; Lumos Fiberregistration was also approved.

Valdosta has taken a bold step by banning the retail sale of dogs and cats, shifting the focus to pet adoption and community welfare!

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Citizen Portal News Alabama

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1 month ago

Committee advances SB205 to modernize Alabama one‑call damage‑prevention law The Senate Transportation and Energy committee approved SB205, presented by Ross Gunnels of Alabama 811, to modernize the state's one-call (811) notification law. A friendly amendment added "marine construction" to the definition of excavation and clarified maintenance/right-of-way language agreed with ALDOT and the County Commission Association.

Alabama's Senate has taken a big step forward by approving SB205, a bill aimed at modernizing the one-call notification system to enhance public safety amid booming construction and broadband projects.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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4 months ago

Council approves $30M and $40M bond anticipation notes, selects Truist; approves utility rate increase to fund utility capital work Council approved two general obligation bond anticipation notes — $30 million (general fund) and $40 million (utility) — and selected Truist’s 3.49% fixed-rate proposal. Council also approved a 9.5% utility rate increase for FY26, estimated at about $7.50 per month for a typical residential customer, effective Jan. 1.

Petersburg City Council has just approved a $30M bond and a $40M utility fund, alongside a 9.5% rate increase that could impact your monthly bill!

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Citizen Portal News Texas

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6 months ago

Consultant Warns Corpus Christi Council On Impact Of Utility Rate Decisions Consultant advises Corpus Christi on bond ratings and utility rate adjustments affecting infrastructure.

Corpus Christi's City Council faces pivotal decisions on utility rates that could reshape the city's financial future and impact residents' everyday costs.

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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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7 months ago

South Shore Conservation Commission to Review New England Power's Utility Pole Replacement Project Public hearing set for July 31, 2025, to discuss construction plans and environmental impacts.

A major utility project is set to transform Southborough's infrastructure while safeguarding the environment—find out how local officials are balancing progress with ecological responsibility.

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Citizen Portal News Florida

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8 months ago

Board approves electric utility operation center at Sand Hill Scout Reservation The board approves plans for a utility center with emergency staging and office facilities.

Hernando County's Planning & Zoning Commission has taken bold steps towards enhancing residential spaces and utility services, ensuring a sustainable future for the community.

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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8 months ago

Marshall City Council approves predevelopment agreement for affordable housing complex Council endorses Tapestry Companies' plan for 60-unit affordable family apartments on Legion Field Road

Marshall City Council just took a monumental step towards affordable housing with the approval of a new 60-unit family apartment complex!

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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9 months ago

Finance Committee approves Attainable Housing Loan Program and endorses utility design Committee recommends adopting housing loan program and authorizes final utility design for recreation complex.

Loudoun County is taking bold steps to tackle housing accessibility and improve utility systems, with a new attainable housing loan program set to transform the community!

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Citizen Portal News Alaska

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9 months ago

Anchorage leadership confirms Mister Stafford for hydropower utility management role Mister Stafford receives confirmation to lead Anchorage's hydropower utility and energy projects.

Mark Spafford's confirmation as the Director of Anchorage Hydropower Utility signals a new era of sustainable energy solutions and regulatory reform in Alaska.

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9 months ago

Essential Utilities Invests $165 Million in Infrastructure for Planned Wind Farm Essential Utilities, previously known as Aqua America, recently announced a \$165 million infrastructure investment aimed at bolstering its systems to handle the increased demand from a planned 3 gigawatt wind farm in Illinois. This substantial outlay highlights the company's role in facilitating the expansion of renewable energy sources and indicates a proactive approach to meeting the evolving needs of the region’s power grid. The project positions Essential Utilities to benefit from the growing market for clean energy solutions and underlines the increasing strain on utility infrastructure driven by large-scale renewable energy initiatives. For additional information, contact Brian Argerbright, Vice President of Investor Relations, at (610) 625-7268. Further details can likely be found on Essential Utilities’ investor relations webpage.

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