Local officials have moved to ease sanitation challenges in Clarkston by installing a dumpster and portable toilet at 14th Street and Port Drive, aiming to address varied homeless concerns. Their efforts seek to improve public health and offer some relief to the unhoused community.
Shenandoah County is set to hold public meetings on October 20, highlighting local initiatives and community engagement. While in-depth details are available only through a paid plan, local residents are expected to participate in shaping the county’s agenda.
During an October 7 meeting, the Bingen City Council debated a new local sales tax that can be enacted without voter approval. Officials also heard public comments on an ordinance that would extend the buffer around Jewett Creek from 100 to 195 feet, reflecting fresh considerations for environmental protection.
Gainesville City Council reconvened on Tuesday to discuss the usage of Hotel Occupancy Tax funds, returning to what appears to be an ongoing matter. Officials provided limited additional details, keeping the issue open for further review.
After spending 13 months as interim, Ron McElrath was sworn in Monday morning as Talladega’s permanent police chief. This appointment arrives as an important moment for the city’s local government and law enforcement.
Greene County’s Budget and Finance Committee will meet at 8:30 a.m. this Wednesday in the Greene County Courthouse Annex. The session is slated to offer important discussions on local finances.
A longtime Schenectady planning official is transitioning to Glenville after more than two decades of service. The move represents a notable shift in local government and planning leadership.
At the recent Benton County Supervisors meeting in Vinton, officials announced a new system for driver’s licenses and exams. The changes aim to streamline how residents acquire or renew their licenses. Local leaders hope this modernization will benefit both the public and county staff.
Three weeks after a public hearing reached no conclusion, Louisa County officials in Wapello are still weighing the future of the former county jail and annex. Concerns over funding continue to postpone a final decision, leaving the buildings’ fate up in the air.
The Logan City Council approved an ordinance forbidding camping on public property during its Tuesday meeting. This measure, aimed at better regulating shared spaces, will affect how residents and visitors interact with public areas going forward.
