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Check out our advent calendar - it's day 11! 🎄🌟 We believe in diversity & representation. In June, we launched a trustee recruitment drive to make sure all voices are heard. Exciting news - 5 new trustees joined us! #CommunityDiversity #InclusionMatters
December 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Forbidden Words Project word(s) of the day:

community diversity

This is one of the phrases you can’t say in the new #Trump Administration.

#forbiddenwords #forbiddenwordsproject #civilresistence
#livinglanguage #againstcensorship #communitydiversity #fascism
community diversity
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April 19, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Diverse communion / fosters rare infinities / in Nature and thought

#communitydiversity #forbiddenwords #forbiddenwordsproject #hollytroy #livinglanguage #againstcensorship

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April 19, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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How can the 15-minute city become more socially just and equitable? Take a look at our new academic research article published by Asrin Mahmoudpour, M. Reza Shiraz & Ramin Keivan.
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#15MinuteCity #JustCity #SocialJustice #CommunityDiversity #ParticipatoryGovernance
August 28, 2026 at 11:40 AM
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Huan Qi et al. explored the direct effects of #FireSeverity on soil microbial diversity and network assembly in a transitional climate forest.

#Post_fire | #SoilMicroorganism | #CommunityDiversity | #MicrobialNetworkComplexity

doi.org/10.1093/jpe/...
Schematic diagram of different fire severities. The relative abundance of bacterial (a) and fungal (b) class taxa under NF, LF, and HF treatments.
April 28, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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Doral is paving the way for inclusivity with exciting new adaptive sports and recreation programs that ensure everyone can play, explore, and connect!

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#DoralCounty #FL #CommunityDiversity #AdaptiveSports #CitizenPortal #AccessibilityInclusion #DoralParks
Doral Parks Department launches inclusive adaptive sports and recreation programs
Doral Parks and Recreation promotes accessibility and inclusion in community recreational spaces.
citizenportal.ai
March 22, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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Lowell proudly celebrated Polish Constitution Day with a heartfelt ceremony, honoring the rich heritage and contributions of the Polish community.

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#LowellCityMiddlesexCounty #MA #CommunityDiversity #DemocraticLegacy #CitizenPortal #CulturalHeritage #LowellPolishCommunity
Mayor Rourke proclaims Polish Constitution Day in Lowell with community celebration
Lowell honors Polish heritage by proclaiming May 3 as Polish Constitution Day.
citizenportal.ai
May 5, 2025 at 6:36 AM
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Ohio's proposed bill to restrict property ownership for certain foreign nationals raises serious concerns for legal residents and essential workers, threatening community diversity and economic stability.

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#OH #PropertyRights #CommunityDiversity #CitizenPortal
Ohio representative questions property bill's impact on legal residents and essential workers
Concern arises over property bill's implications for legal residents, doctors, and community members.
citizenportal.ai
March 27, 2025 at 3:15 AM
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Evanston residents are rallying for urgent zoning reforms to tackle the housing crisis and protect vulnerable communities from displacement.

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#Evanston #CitizenPortal #CommunityDiversity #HousingAffordability #EvanstonHousing #ZoningReform
Evanston residents demand bold zoning reforms to combat housing crisis and prevent displacement
Evanston advocates push for zoning reform to combat housing crisis and prevent resident displacement.
citizenportal.ai
January 11, 2025 at 5:51 PM
jpecol.bsky.social
【🎉Latest accepted article】
Direct Effects of #FireSeverity on Soil Microbial Diversity and Network Assembly in a Transitional Climate Forest

#Post_fire | #SoilMicroorganism | #CommunityDiversity | #MicrobialNetworkComplexity

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doi.org/10.1093/jpe/...
Direct Effects of Fire Severity on Soil Microbial Diversity and Network Assembly in a Transitional Climate Forest
Abstract. Forest fires are key ecological disturbances that influence vegetation dynamics and soil microbial processes central to carbon and nutrient cycli
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October 13, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Anacortes is on the brink of redefining "family" in its housing regulations, proposing to embrace the word "household" to reflect the diverse living arrangements of its community.

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#AnacortesSkagitCounty #WA #AnacortesHousing #CommunityDiversity #HousingReform
Commission proposes changing family definition to household in Anacortes housing plan
Commission discusses redefining family as household to align with state housing regulations.
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February 16, 2025 at 4:24 AM
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Council Member Daniel Weiss is not just advocating for inclusivity on Belonging Matters Day, but also mentoring future innovators as his robotics team gears up for the world championships!

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#NJ #InclusivityInitiatives #CommunityDiversity #CitizenPortal #NewJerseyCommunity
Council Member Weiss promotes Belonging Day and supports local robotics team
Daniel Weiss highlights community support for Belonging Day and mentors robotics team advancing to world championships.
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March 23, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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Todd County is taking a bold step to better serve its diverse community by revising the case aide role to include bilingual interpreter requirements amidst a surge in Spanish-speaking residents.

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#ToddCounty #MN #CommunityDiversity #CitizenPortal #HealthcareAccess
Todd County revises job description for bilingual case aide interpreter role
Todd County updates case aide position to include bilingual interpreter requirements amid rising Spanish-speaking demand.
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April 7, 2025 at 4:30 AM
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Residents of East Lansing are rallying to protect the DEI administration role, emphasizing its critical role in combating systemic inequities and linking local actions to national trends.

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#EastLansingInghamCounty #MI #CitizenPortal #EastLansingDEI #CommunityDiversity
Residents Urge Committee to Preserve DEI Office; Speakers Link Local Policy to National Trends
Two residents told the committee the DEI administration role should be preserved and expanded: Dana Watson cited the city’s 2020 resolution declaring racism a public-health crisis and urged retaining a permanent DEI director; Chris Root framed the debate against national rollbacks and court decisions affecting minority representation.
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June 14, 2026 at 3:52 PM
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A bold $88 million investment is set to transform aging public housing into 103 affordable, mixed-income units in Worcester—are you ready to see the future of Lakeside?

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#MA #CitizenPortal #AffordableHousing #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityDiversity
Subcommittee backs $88M Lakeside Phase 3 UCH TIF to replace aging public housing, add 103 units
The committee recommended an Urban Center Housing TIF for Lakeside Phase 3 — an estimated $88 million project to demolish 202 aging public‑housing units and build a four‑story building with 103 affordable mixed‑income units (30/50/60% AMI); members requested follow‑up on hiring and compliance goals and approved the recommendation by roll call.
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September 17, 2026 at 6:33 PM
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Chesterton's housing landscape is dominated by single-family homes, but new strategies could pave the way for more diverse and affordable options for first-time buyers.

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#ChestertonPorterCounty #IN #CitizenPortal #CommunityDiversity
Commission hears housing data; consultants propose zoning changes, ADUs and reinvestment programs
Consultants reported high homeownership and little housing diversity in Chesterton and proposed strategies including zoning for missing-middle housing, ADUs, micro units and neighborhood reinvestment programs to help first-time buyers and seniors.
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September 16, 2026 at 11:44 PM
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Discover how Montana's rich history was distilled from 15,000 potential sites to create a curated book that captures the state's diverse narratives.

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#MissoulaMissoulaCounty #MT #CitizenPortal #MissoulaHistory #CommunityDiversity #HistoricPreservation #CulturalHeritage
Authors limited selections from thousands of National Register candidates for new Montana places book
The book's authors narrowed about 15,000 potential National Register entries (Montana has roughly 1,300 listings) to a curated set that represents geographic and thematic variety, grouping related sites into single entries when appropriate.
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September 16, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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Murphys has transformed into a unique tasting-room haven, where the perfect blend of local restaurants, events, and a walkable Main Street is reshaping wine tourism.

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#AngelsCalaverasCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #CommunityDiversity #WineCulture #TourismDevelopment
How Murphys became a tasting‑room town: satellite tasting rooms, restaurants and events
Panelists said a cluster of tasting rooms on Main Street, a growing restaurant mix and attractions such as the amphitheater and WorldMark helped Murphys evolve into a unique wine‑town tourism destination.
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September 15, 2026 at 5:52 PM
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Doraville is on the brink of change with its ambitious 200-page comprehensive plan, focusing on walkability, housing affordability, and community diversity.

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#DoravilleDeKalbCounty #GA #DoravilleComprehensivePlan #NaturalSystems #CitizenPortal #CommunityDiversity
Doraville council transmits 200-page comprehensive plan draft for state/regional review
Doraville heard a condensed presentation of its 200-page comprehensive-plan update and voted to transmit the draft to the Atlanta Regional Commission and Georgia Department of Community Affairs for review; council emphasized that the transmission is not adoption and that changes can be made after reviewer comments.
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August 21, 2026 at 6:36 AM
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Dozens of residents rallied at City Hall, praising the council's historic decision to approve a mosque site plan while passionately opposing a recall petition they deemed discriminatory.

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#McKinneyCollinCounty #TX #CivicAccountability #CitizenPortal #CommunityDiversity
McKinney residents flood council chamber to defend vote approving mosque site plan
More than two hours of public comment at McKinney City Council focused on opposing a recall petition and thanking council members who approved a mosque site plan, with speakers calling the recall "bigotry" and urging adherence to the Constitution.
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August 19, 2026 at 7:58 PM
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Amid rising community concerns, a school naming debate reveals deep divisions over honoring individuals versus embracing diversity.

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#WI #CitizenPortal #EquityInEducation #CivicEngagement #CommunityDiversity
Committee debate surfaces community concerns about names honoring individuals
Members raised equity and community-sensitivity concerns about person-based names, noting sizable public opposition to naming after people and specific concerns that a name tied to an individual could affect students from different faith or identity groups. Staff said the committee's recommendations will be advisory to the board.
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August 13, 2026 at 1:40 AM
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The Oviedo City Council has officially formed a 15-member Charter Review Committee after a heated debate on the best way to select its members!

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#OviedoSeminoleCounty #FL #CommunityDiversity #OviedoCharterReview #LocalGovernance #CitizenPortal #CivicParticipation
Oviedo Council creates 15-member Charter Review Committee after debate over selection method
Council approved a resolution to form a 15-member Charter Review Committee and chose the traditional appointment method (each councilmember appoints three members) after debate; the council later selected 15 applicants from 26 to serve, set meeting schedules and a completion timeline for recommendations.
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December 25, 2025 at 3:30 AM
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As the proud graduates of Dunnellon High School's Class of 2025 took the stage, their names echoed a journey of hard work, unity, and dreams ready to unfold.

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#FL #CitizenPortal #DunnellonFamilies #StudentAchievements #EducationCelebration #CommunityDiversity
Community names 50 new students at Jackson School enrollment ceremony
Jackson School welcomes 50 new students during an enrollment ceremony.
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June 2, 2025 at 12:57 AM
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Join Deltona as it celebrates freedom and community at the annual Juneteenth Unity in the Community event, featuring live music and cultural performances!

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#DeltonaVolusiaCounty #FL #DeltonaJuneteenth #CitizenPortal #CulturalUnity #CommunityDiversity #InclusivityAwareness
City Hall hosts Juneteenth Unity in the Community celebration on June 21
Community gathers at City Hall to celebrate freedom and culture on Juneteenth.
citizenportal.ai
May 21, 2025 at 9:28 PM