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The Government is taking three years to review social care funding  – ignoring the completely unsustainable pressure this is putting on local services. I'm putting the pressure on the Government to do more, sooner. #SocialCare #LocalGovernmentFunding #LibDems
October 16, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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All of this stuff seems blindingly obvious, so why aren't they *doing* anything about it? #LocalGovernmentFunding
October 16, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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If Lab want to create the impression the country isn’t badly broken then could do a lot worse than sorting out #LocalGovernmentFunding

But they’d rather ban councils from implementing a tourist tax.
July 29, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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Missouri's new House Bill 388 could change the way property tax payments are managed, potentially imposing interest on late payments—will this help or hurt taxpayers?

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County to Charge Interest on Late Property Tax Installments Under New Ordinance
Counties may impose interest on overdue property tax payments beginning this year.
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March 26, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Pike County is set to secure $1.25 million for a crucial landfill expansion that promises to extend its lifespan by up to 7 years!

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Pike County fiscal court backs $1.25 million HB6 grant application for landfill expansion
The Pike County Fiscal Court voted to file a House Bill 6 local government economic development fund application for $1,250,000 to cover the county's portion of a phase 6 landfill expansion and approved a linked change order to remove slide material, authorizing the judge/executive to execute necessary documents.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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The Mount Holly City Council has taken a significant step by approving a $6 million funding application to complete the crucial South Gateway Connector Road!

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Council authorizes application for up to $6 million to complete South Gateway Connector Road
The Mount Holly City Council approved a resolution to apply to the Local Government Commission for up to $6,000,000 in debt to finish the South Gateway Connector Road (Kempe A. Michael Way). The application is scheduled for the Oct. 6 LGC agenda.
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September 19, 2026 at 1:48 AM
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The committee has greenlit bidding for the Connery 20 wastewater treatment plant, but the local share could hit $4.2 million—what's next for Allegany County?

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Committee clears permission to bid for Connery 20 wastewater plant; local share roughly $4.2M
After DEC provided permitting parameters, the committee authorized bidding on the Connery 20 wastewater treatment and collection project. The engineer's estimate with contingency is about $7.2 million; $3 million in grants leaves a local share near $4.2 million.
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September 9, 2026 at 9:27 PM
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Big changes are coming to Westwood Avenue as the council secures $250,000 for a major resurfacing project!

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Council advances Westwood Avenue resurfacing items to committee and first reading
Council placed ordinances and a resolution related to Westwood Avenue resurfacing on first reading and authorized staff to pursue design and grant funding, including a $250,000 county repaving award and a design services contract to be procured.
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September 9, 2026 at 6:18 AM
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Miami County is set to replace "Granny's Bridge" at zero cost to taxpayers, thanks to a $2 million KDOT grant!

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Miami County to execute KDOT-funded award for 379th Street bridge replacement
Road & Bridge Director Eric Sandberg told commissioners the county can sign a KDOT-administered letter of award to Donlinger and Sons for the Bridge 3.5 Q0.1 replacement on 379th Street; KDOT funding will cover the $2,000,000 award, and the apparent low bid was $979,189, leaving no county match required.
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September 4, 2026 at 4:22 PM
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Iowa County is set to enhance its infrastructure with a $325,600 engineering agreement to design a key two-mile stretch of W21—find out what this means for local transportation!

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Board approves $325,600 engineering agreement for two-mile W21 project
The board approved a lump-sum $325,600 engineering services agreement with 'French Rancher' to produce concept, preliminary and final designs, surveys, environmental reviews and permits for a two-mile W21 road project to be funded from farm-to-market funds as cleared by DOT.
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September 4, 2026 at 3:29 AM
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Norton has secured a $1.5 million KDOT CCLIP grant for a major road upgrade, but the city is now scrambling to find an additional $300,000 to make it happen!

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Norton wins KDOT CCLIP award; project estimated at $1.8M leaves about $300,000 local gap
City staff reported Norton received KDOT CCLIP funding (about $1.5M) for a road widening and signal upgrade project; council discussed a roughly $1.8M project estimate and the need to identify about $300,000 in local match funding, with staff reviewing options.
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August 25, 2026 at 3:12 AM
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Buchanan County is taking a bold step towards better emergency care by securing over $1 million in loans to kickstart its own ambulance service!

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Buchanan County approves loans and internal advance to launch county ambulance service
Supervisors authorized a $1,032,000 General Fund loan and an internal loan up to $457,000 to buy ambulances and cover startup wages and benefits for a county-run ambulance service; board also set the EMS levy at the $0.75 maximum for FY27.
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August 14, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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Kingston Point Beach is set to receive a significant boost with a $982,733 grant to combat sea-level rise, paving the way for a more resilient future!

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Council approves $982,733 LWRP grant and $106,995 local match for Kingston Point Beach resiliency project
The Finance & Audit Committee approved accepting a $982,733 New York State LWRP implementation grant to serve as matching funds for a larger Kingston Point Beach sea‑level rise mitigation project and authorized a remaining local match of about $106,995; the measure passed unanimously.
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August 13, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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New Milford is set to receive a whopping $2.6 million for the much-needed rehabilitation of the Boardman Road Bridge, thanks to the support of local leaders!

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New Milford to receive $2.6 million for Boardman Road bridge rehabilitation
Mayor Pete announced the town will receive $2,600,000 from the State Local Bridge Program to rehabilitate the in‑use Boardman Road Bridge, and thanked state legislators and Connecticut DOT for supporting the application.
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July 31, 2026 at 12:11 PM
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Grant County is set to invest $689,185 in repairing the Fords Mill Road bridge, paving the way for safer travel in the community!

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Grant County court approves $689,185 for Fords Mill Road bridge repair
The Grant County fiscal court on July 21 approved Resolution 2026-06 to use CCBP/FD 15 funds totaling $689,185 to repair or replace a bridge on Fords Mill Road and authorized the judge executive to sign the subgrant agreement.
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July 23, 2026 at 10:21 PM
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Pulaski County just secured $366,000 for road improvements and added a new route—Haley's Way—into the county system!

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Court approves $366,000 LARP agreement, adds Haley's Way to county road system and OKs road patch purchase
Pulaski County Fiscal Court approved a Local Assistance Road Program agreement for $366,000 in state road funding, added Haley's Way (656 ft) to the county road system, authorized 1,500 tons of road patch material and approved the annual road list.
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July 15, 2026 at 6:08 AM
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Coral Springs City Commission has taken a bold stand against a proposed amendment that threatens to slash local government funding, warning of dire consequences for vital community services.

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Coral Springs commission unanimously adopts resolution opposing Florida HJR 203
The Coral Springs City Commission on Feb. 14 adopted Resolution 2026-005 calling on state lawmakers to oppose House Joint Resolution 203, saying the measure would phase out non-school ad valorem revenue and sharply reduce local government funding; the vote was unanimous.
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February 7, 2026 at 8:47 PM
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Brooker officials are sounding the alarm over dangerously long emergency response times, urging for crucial funding to complete their fire station and protect the growing community.

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Brooker leaders press delegation for remaining funds to finish fire station and apparatus
Brooker town leaders and the county fire chief urged the delegation to provide remaining state funding for a new Brooker fire station and firefighting apparatus, citing 25–30 minute response times from distant stations and growing local population near the charter school.
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October 25, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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Hernando County is facing a shocking funding disparity compared to Citrus County, with local contributions skyrocketing from $87,000 to $469,000 in 2023 due to the end of federal support!

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Citrus County Evaluates $469K Local Government Contribution Against $87K CARES Funding
Officials discuss discrepancies between Citrus County's historical funding figures and current contributions.
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September 9, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Florida's HB 7033 could be a game-changer for affordable housing, allowing property owners to keep tax exemptions while sparking fierce debates on its impact on local budgets.

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Florida House introduces HB 7033 adjusting property tax exemptions for multifamily projects
HB 7033 allows continued property tax exemptions for multifamily projects under specific conditions.
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April 17, 2025 at 2:51 AM
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A new bill in Florida could revolutionize the way telephone companies are taxed, but is it a win for businesses or a loss for local governments?

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#FL #EconomicGrowth #LocalGovernmentFunding #TaxReform #CitizenPortal
Florida House passes HB 503 regulating business tax for phone service providers
HB 503 limits business tax revenue for pay telephone service providers starting October 2025.
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February 14, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Ashland County is set to receive a game-changing $30 million boost for road maintenance, paving the way for safer and more accessible local infrastructure!

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Governor Signs $30M Funding Increase for Ashland County's Road Maintenance Agreement
Governor's approval secures $30 million for statewide road maintenance, impacting Ashland County budget.
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July 30, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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Wyoming is shaking up its bond election process with a new bill that could change the way local funding is approved—will it enhance democracy or create obstacles for essential projects?

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Wyoming Legislature sets new threshold for bond elections outside general elections
Wyoming establishes 25% voter turnout requirement for non-general election bond proposals.
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March 1, 2025 at 8:55 AM
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Wyoming's new Senate Bill 168 could revolutionize waste management by offering zero-interest loans to municipalities, but will it truly lead to a greener future?

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Wyoming Senate establishes zero-interest loan program for municipal solid waste facilities
Legislation creates loans for solid waste facilities with adjustable interest rates.
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February 22, 2025 at 7:16 AM
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Wyoming's Senate Bill 81 is shaking up property tax regulations, proposing a sweeping exemption for state-owned lands that could transform local funding and land management forever.

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Wyoming Senate passes property tax exemption for state-owned lands
Legislature enacts exemption for state-owned lands with a sunset date of 2027
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February 21, 2025 at 7:03 AM