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Miami Today

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2 weeks ago

Wetlands veto battle gets bogged down in blame game After a veto by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava of a county vote that would have allowed development in the wetlands, commissioners last week debated the procedures of the battle, chalked up the fight to t...

Wetlands veto battle gets bogged down in blame game

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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1 month ago

LaPorte County drainage board tables major Shur's Ditch fixes after hours of testimony Residents and farmers told the LaPorte County Drainage Board that century-old tiles and new urban runoff (including stormwater from a nearby Walmart and Boyd Boulevard) have overwhelmed the Shur's Ditch system; the board will review prior engineering files and perform a site visit before deciding on next steps.

Decades of unchecked development have left LaPorte County's Shur's Ditch drainage system in crisis, threatening local wetlands and prompting urgent calls for action.

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Citizen Portal News Georgia

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1 month ago

Glynn County commissioners approve rezoning of 211‑acre Buckswamp Road tract with 2.5‑unit density cap After hours of public comment and debate about traffic, flooding and rural character, the Glynn County Board of Commissioners approved rezoning 211 acres at 1572 Buckswamp Road from Forest Agriculture to General Residential with a limit of 2.5 dwelling units per gross acre; the motion passed 5‑2.

Glynn County commissioners have sparked a heated debate by approving a controversial rezoning that could reshape the future of 211 acres on Buckswamp Road with a density cap of 2.5 units per acre.

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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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2 months ago

Commission approves standard conditions for Doncaster StormForge bank‑stabilization at 160 Cottage Street The Springfield City commission closed the public hearing and voted to issue standard order conditions for a bank‑stabilization project at 160 Cottage Street by Doncaster StormForge, which uses vegetated bio‑logs and live‑staking to arrest erosion and address a previously remediated fuel release under MCP oversight.

A groundbreaking project at 160 Cottage Street in Springfield is set to transform eroding riverbanks using innovative, eco-friendly techniques instead of concrete.

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Citizen Portal News Michigan

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4 months ago

Farmington Hills council denies 33‑home Forest at Riverwalk subdivision after residents cite flooding, trees and road proximity After more than two hours of resident testimony on flooding, trees and a road proposed yards from homes, the Farmington Hills City Council denied a 33‑lot cluster site plan for Forest at Riverwalk, citing drainage uncertainty, incompatibility with neighborhood character and road proximity to an existing house.

The Farmington Hills City Council has rejected a controversial plan for 33 homes after residents raised serious concerns about flooding and neighborhood character.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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4 months ago

VMRC presents revised mitigation-compensation policy; Lancaster board to draft ad-hoc in-lieu fee language VMRC representatives briefed the Lancaster County Wetlands Board on a February 2025 change to the wetlands mitigation compensation policy that reprioritizes mitigation options (private banks and VARTF preferred; in-lieu fees last), and recommended conditions, performance bonds and monitoring; the board agreed to draft county ordinance language for

Lancaster County is reshaping its wetlands mitigation strategy, prioritizing private banks over in-lieu fees to ensure lasting environmental impact!

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Citizen Portal News New Hampshire

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4 months ago

Commission hears update on Pickpocket Dam removal timeline; members raise wetlands and flood concerns over proposed changes at Bessie’s site Commissioners heard a 30%-design briefing on Pickpocket Dam removal with a timeline that would begin July 2027 and finish by year-end; members pressed designers for downstream infrastructure protections and wetlands impact analysis. The commission also discussed a Jones and Beach proposal to convert the former Bessie's site into a drive-through, aZ

Major changes are on the horizon in Brentwood, with the Pickpocket Dam removal set to kick off in 2027 and concerns rising over wetlands at the former Bessie's site.

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Citizen Portal News Ohio

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4 months ago

Canterbury Meadows compatibility review draws public opposition; commission directs revisions on wetlands, drainage and lot layout Prestige Builder Group presented a revised plan for Canterbury Meadows, a proposed 32‑lot open‑space conservation subdivision on about 94 acres. Commissioners and dozens of residents pressed the applicant on wetlands, stormwater, wildlife and whether the layout is materially different from a prior, denied plan; no action was taken and commissioners

The revised Canterbury Meadows plan faces fierce opposition as residents and commissioners question its impact on local wetlands and wildlife, urging careful consideration before any approval.

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Citizen Portal News Maryland

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4 months ago

Bayview Estates residents and HOA clash over playground permit; city says appeals process available Multiple Bayview Estates residents and HOA leaders told the Havre de Grace City Council on Oct. 20 they support park improvements but remain divided with a neighbor who challenged permits. A resident raised code and wetlands concerns; the city said it issued the permit after review and directed critics to the appeals process.

Tensions rise in Bayview Estates as residents clash over a playground permit, sparking debates about safety, wetlands, and community management.

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8 months ago

Residents Challenge Wetlands Development in McKinleyville Town Center Plan Citing concerns over transparency and wetlands protections, McKinleyville residents file a formal complaint and records request, urging the County to consider a community-based alternative.

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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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8 months ago

Local Residents Voice Water Management Concerns at 1 60 Development Hearing Residents express flooding concerns and drainage inaccuracies at the 1 60 construction meeting.

Needham residents are sounding the alarm over potential flooding threats from a new construction project, urging officials to address crucial drainage inaccuracies before it’s too late.

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9 months ago

Administrator Zeldin Announces EPA Will Revise Waters of the United States Rule | US EPA EPA News Release: Administrator Zeldin Announces EPA Will Revise Waters of the United States Rule

🌊 The administration’s actions also threaten wetlands and streams by narrowing the definition of “Waters of the United States,” removing protections from millions of acres. More info: www.epa.gov/newsreleases...
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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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10 months ago

Southborough Conservation Commission holds hearing for 120 Turnpike Road apartment project Commission reviews plans for a 60-unit apartment building and addresses environmental conditions.

The Southborough Conservation Commission is on the verge of making a pivotal decision about a new 60-unit apartment complex that could reshape local environmental standards!

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Citizen Portal News Florida

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10 months ago

Eustis officials debate zoning concerns over 49-acre wetlands development City leaders express worries over potential commercial and industrial development on wetlands site.

Eustis residents are rallying against potential zoning changes that could threaten their beloved wetlands with unwanted developments.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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11 months ago

MRC approves rip rap repair project along Sandia Creek in Kilmarty Virginia MRC members approve permit for Ransom's Nursery to repair 50 feet of revetment.

The Lancaster County Wetlands Board just took a monumental step in protecting our environment by approving a vital permit for repairing the eroding banks of Sandia Creek!

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1 year ago

Meyer Creek ramp proposal sparks concerns over environmental impact and site selection Community members express objections to ramp location affecting surrounding waterways and wetlands.

A proposed boat ramp at Meyer Creek is igniting fierce debate among Lancaster County residents over its potential environmental impact and site selection.

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1 year ago

Lakeville residents voice environmental concerns over proposed housing development near wetlands Concerns rise over environmental impacts from proposed development lacking necessary wastewater treatment tests.

Environmental alarms are sounding in Lakeville as a proposed housing development threatens fragile wetlands without essential testing!

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