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With #homelessness in epic proportions, this #tinyvillage in #lowersackville was put up. #Halifax #halifaxns #ns #halifaxsky #housingissues #populationgrowth #socialists #2024 #affordable #communities
November 16, 2024 at 4:28 PM
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Vista Del Rio residents are pleading with the Commerce City Council for urgent action against a developer after ongoing damage from the Modelo project has left their homes in disarray.

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Vista Del Rio residents press city for action over damage tied to Modelo project
Several Vista Del Rio residents told the council excavation and demolition by the Modelo project have caused structural cracking, rodents and debris at nearby homes and asked the city to use its leverage to secure insurance, remediation and a clear claims process from the developer.
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September 27, 2026 at 6:18 AM
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One of a large number of residential projects in #Halifax
And sure not affordable.. but hey, we are finally out of 1940s
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November 16, 2024 at 3:39 PM
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📰 [Our site] LA tenants demand their landlord stop charging hundreds of dollars in utility fees

💬 Landlords dodge flat fees with RUBS, shifting utility costs to tenants. Fair? Depends on your rent agreement. 😒💸 #HousingIssues

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May 8, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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As Margate residents clash over parking regulations, the debate reveals deep divides between aesthetics and the harsh realities of community living.

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Margate residents debate parking regulations amid neighborhood concerns
Citizens urge city leaders to reconsider parking policies for future community aesthetics.
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July 10, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Boulder City is grappling with the complexities of county enclaves and mobile home parks, raising crucial questions about community access and planning.

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Boulder Council examines city boundaries and mobile home park enclaves
Council discusses jurisdiction challenges and racial equity mapping of community demographics.
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May 17, 2025 at 3:21 AM
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Councilman Glover is taking a stand against Baltimore's vacant property crisis with Senate Bill 550, aiming to hold nonprofits accountable and spark community revitalization.

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Councilman Glover champions Senate Bill 550 to tackle vacant properties in Baltimore
Councilman Glover advocates Senate Bill 550 to hold nonprofits accountable for vacant properties
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February 20, 2025 at 7:18 AM
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San Marino is grappling with declining birth rates and a housing crisis that’s pushing schools beyond capacity—what does this mean for local families?

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San Marino faces housing challenges amid declining birth rates and school capacity concerns
San Marino struggles with low birth rates, limited housing for families, and school overcrowding.
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May 30, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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Connecticut lawmakers are taking a stand against "zombie mortgages," exposing the urgent need for reform to protect homeowners from long-buried debts resurfacing amid soaring property values.

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Connecticut Senate discusses zombie mortgages and challenges of long statute limitations
Connecticut lawmakers address issues surrounding zombie mortgages and seek to shorten statute limitations.
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February 16, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Residents in Philadelphia are raising their voices against increased police funding, demanding more investment in mental health services and safe community initiatives amidst a budget crisis.

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Residents express concerns over police funding and community health services at public meeting
Community members demand better funding for mental health services and address housing issues.
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April 7, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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A proposed 160-unit apartment complex faces a major setback after the board raised concerns over significant variances and parking shortages.

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Board recommends denial of 160-unit McKesson site plan over variances and parking shortfall
The board rejected a motion to approve a 160-unit apartment site plan from McKesson LP after staff identified multiple required variances (lot area, unit count, height, parking) and members expressed concern about a large parking shortfall and frontage interpretation.
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May 17, 2026 at 3:26 AM
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Brigantine's council is pushing for local control over parking requirements as oversized homes collide with state caps, creating a parking crisis in our neighborhoods.

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Councilors say state parking caps strain shore communities; propose lobbying for local control
Council members raised concerns that state regulations limiting required off-street parking to three or four spaces, regardless of bedroom count, leave large shore homes without adequate parking. They proposed reaching out to other shore mayors and state lawmakers to pursue changes that allow local parking requirements.
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August 20, 2026 at 9:10 PM
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Homeowners in Connecticut are facing a nightmare as the "90/10" grant scheme fails to cover the costs of repairing homes damaged by tainted aggregate, leaving families trapped in unsafe living conditions.

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Homeowners say Ireland's enhanced grant scheme leaves families trapped in homes damaged by tainted aggregate
Debbie McCoy, a long-time advocate for homeowners affected by tainted aggregate, told listeners the enhanced '90/10' grant scheme is failing victims of defective concrete blocks and pyrite-related damage because of three barriers: upfront costs, shortfall amounts and a punitive damage threshold.
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January 4, 2026 at 9:03 AM
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Hamilton House tenants may face eviction as the RDA moves to consult legal counsel over lease violations amid serious operational issues.

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RDA executive says Hamilton House tenants breached lease; RDA to consult attorney on termination
Hartfield RDA executive Mark Holmes told Hardy County commissioners the Hamilton House shelter27s tenants have violated their lease and the RDA will consult counsel about terminating the lease; commissioners set a 60-day review for the arrangement.
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September 17, 2026 at 4:27 AM
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Bend-LaPine's schools are facing a concerning decline, with elementary enrollment dropping by 159 students and kindergarten capture rates plummeting to an all-time low of 73%.

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Enrollment report: Ben La Pine sees elementary decline, kindergarten capture rate falls to 73%
CFO Dan Emerson told the board the district is down 159 elementary students from budgeted projections and kindergarten capture rate is 73%, its lowest recorded level; the district will reassess and provide more granular school-level data in October.
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September 10, 2026 at 10:22 PM
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Reverend Richard Tyson calls out the neglected state of East Laurinburg, where abandoned homes and a tent city pose serious health risks to the community.

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Residents urge county action on East Laurinburg blight and homeless encampments
Reverend Richard Tyson and neighbors told commissioners that abandoned homes, overgrown lots and a tent encampment in East Laurinburg are creating health and safety hazards and asked the board to apply nuisance enforcement and community resources.
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September 9, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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A local office building's transformation into a single-family home hangs in the balance as the board awaits crucial financial proof from its applicant.

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Use-variance request for conversion at 8975 Boston State Road left open for financial proof
The board left petition 674 (conversion of 8975 Boston State Road from office to single-family residence) open pending documentation that the property could not be leased or sold as commercial — the applicant, Alex Lax, was asked to provide advertising receipts and MLS/LoopNet proof to meet New York State's four-prong use variance test.
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September 5, 2026 at 8:24 AM
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A tenant’s shocking testimony reveals a pigeon infestation in county housing that has left residents sick and county officials silent—what will happen next?

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Tenant alleges pigeon infestation at county public housing; board refers complaint to Public Health and County Counsel
A remote tenant, David Abbasi, told the Kern County Board of Supervisors he has endured an eight-month pigeon infestation at county public housing that caused illness and alleges county staff did not act; the board voted to refer the complaint to Public Health and County Counsel for investigation.
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September 5, 2026 at 6:59 AM
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Residents are raising urgent concerns about a proposed shelter that could impact local schools and community spaces, urging the city to rethink its major policy decisions.

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Residents voice concerns about proposed shelter and property‑tax amendment at forum
Public commenters raised concerns about a proposed shelter at a La Quinta Hotel, potential impacts on nearby schools and houses of worship, and urged careful fiscal decision‑making related to the city’s parks investments and the property‑tax amendment process.
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September 4, 2026 at 1:53 PM
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Alarming safety violations at local apartments and complaints of predatory towing practices have prompted a board investigation in Oktibbeha County.

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Board hears complaints of unsafe apartments and ‘predatory’ towing; attorney to investigate
Supervisors and the county attorney reported safety violations at some apartment complexes and numerous complaints about towing companies allegedly towing vehicles predatoryly and leaving them on public easements; the board directed legal review and coordination with the sheriff's office.
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August 22, 2026 at 6:43 PM
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The manufactured home at 419 San Marie Drive has been deemed unsafe since April 2024, with fines accruing daily as the owner scrambles for demolition assistance.

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Board orders action at 419 San Marie Drive: unsafe manufactured home addressed, owner given time to pursue demolition or permits
Punta Gorda staff told the board the manufactured home at 419 San Marie Drive is unsafe and uninhabitable; the board established a prima facie case and discussed demolition options, prior voided demolition permits, accrued fines and referrals to city processes if the owner fails to act.
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August 22, 2026 at 3:17 PM
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Residents at 200 West Queen are outraged after flooding issues and mold persist, despite a costly roofing project—leading the board to deny the owner's reimbursement request.

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Residents report persistent leaks, mold at 200 West Queen after roof work; board denies pass-through request
Westland requested $40,899 reimbursement for roof work at 200 West Queen; tenant testimony described recurring leaks and mold that tenants say were insufficiently addressed; the board denied the pass-through petition after hearing comments and reviewing correspondence.
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August 22, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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Despite a $157,839 roof replacement, tenants at 3911 West 104th are still facing leaks and mold, leading to a board's surprising decision to deny Westland Real Estate's pass-through request.

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Tenants say leaks and mold persist after roof replacement at 3911 West 104th; board denies pass-through
After Westland Real Estate sought $157,839 in a roof-replacement pass-through for 3911 West 104th, tenants presented photos and letters alleging ongoing leaks and mold; the board reviewed tenant letters and denied the pass-through petition.
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August 22, 2026 at 1:01 AM
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A Punta Gorda property owner faces eviction after living in trailers that violate city codes, but board members are urging him to seek help from veterans' services.

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Board orders removal of trailers at 419 San Marie Drive and urges owner to seek veterans' services
The board found a violation for people living in trailers at 419 San Marie Drive, ordered removal of offending trailers and set review deadlines; staff and board suggested the owner pursue veterans' assistance programs and local resources.
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August 21, 2026 at 12:55 PM
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Residents of Glenwood Springs are demanding action from the council to enforce zoning regulations at a controversial former ICE hold site, armed with compelling evidence and community support.

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Hundreds of residents urge Glenwood council to enforce zoning at former ICE hold site
More than two dozen speakers told council they had documented detentions at 100 Midland and urged legal action; community volunteers said staff ignored prior submissions until a July 24 EMS call provided official confirmation of on‑site detentions.
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August 11, 2026 at 10:34 PM