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Mayor Duncan's 2026 State of the City revealed impressive public safety stats and a bold vision for Oakwood's future, including $513,000 to enhance city services!

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Mayor Duncan highlights public safety, staffing and long-term capital needs in 2026 State of the City
Mayor Duncan used the State of the City to tout Oakwood’s public-safety response times, report $513,000 in expected forfeiture funds for equipment, outline 2026 strategic goals and warn of revenue pressure from proposals to eliminate real estate taxes.
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February 7, 2026 at 7:07 PM
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The Division of Facilities Construction and Management just revealed a $287 million capital budget for FY2027, but a looming structural deficit in facilities management could change everything!

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DFCM outlines FY2027 capital plan, flags ISF deficit and rate changes
The Division of Facilities Construction and Management told the Transportation and Construction Appropriations Subcommittee the FY2027 capital budget totals about $287 million, described a $41.7M facilities management ISF and a one‑time $7.6M reallocation to address ISF deficits, and proposed rate‑setting changes and property sales to manage long‑term shortfalls.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:46 AM
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The DFCM is pushing for better agency reporting to create more accurate lease rates that reflect true costs, but gaps in data could complicate their plans.

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DFCM urges better agency reporting as it builds lease‑rate model and outlines capital‑improvements priorities
DFCM told the Transportation Infrastructure Appropriation Subcommittee it is developing lease rates under House Bill 349 (2019) that supplement operations-and-maintenance charges with amortized capital-replacement and capital-improvement components, but significant gaps in agency self-reporting and CRV data limit accuracy.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:40 AM
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Montgomery County Council's recent vote against raising borrowing limits has sparked a fierce debate over urgent school needs and fiscal responsibility.

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Montgomery County Council rejects amendment to raise near-term bond limits; debate centers on schools and debt
A proposal to increase FY27–28 spending affordability limits to $330 million and to align the six-year CIP with the county executive failed 3–8 after extended debate about debt service, school logistics and uncertain revenues.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Tumwater School District is proposing a crucial six-year levy for building repairs and safety upgrades, promising not to raise overall taxes for homeowners!

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Tumwater School District outlines six-year replacement capital, technology and safety levy at virtual town hall
District leaders presented a six-year replacement capital, technology and safety levy to appear on the Feb. 10 ballot, saying it is intended to fund building repairs, technology replacements and safety systems and—based on current projections—would not raise the overall tax rate for homeowners.
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January 17, 2026 at 4:48 AM
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Big changes are coming to York County schools with a $116.8 million six-year plan that includes exciting upgrades like a new Bethel Manor gym and cutting-edge renovations at Tab High!

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York County outlines major capital projects and a six-year CIP; Bethel Manor gets $3.2M federal seed
The superintendent's proposed six-year Capital Improvements Program for 2027-2032 includes a Bethel Manor addition funded in part by $3.2M in federal money, Tab High renovations with a push for cost-saving design and geothermal systems, Derry Elementary parking expansion, systemwide safety upgrades and an operations consolidation.
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December 25, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Tooele County Council just approved a transformative $19 million budget for 2026, focusing on crucial projects and key staffing changes that could reshape the community!

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Tooele County council adopts 2026 budget with $19 million capital transfer and staffing adjustments
Tooele County Council adopted the 2026 budget as amended, transferring $19 million to the capital projects fund, approving several part‑time to half/full‑time FTE changes and adding one‑time funding for building landscaping and a trimmed America250 celebration.
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December 13, 2025 at 1:58 AM
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Boone County's finance committee just made a controversial decision to slash the sheriff's funding, raising questions about public safety amid significant capital projects.

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Boone County finance committee approves 2026 budget packet after trimming sheriffs extra request to bolster contingency
The Boone County Committee of the Whole for Finance approved the annual budget appropriations and levy as amended, voting 8–4 to reduce an added $335,000 sheriff allotment to $311,690 to increase contingency funds amid large capital projects; the packet moves to the full county board for final action next week.
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November 16, 2025 at 12:26 AM
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The Lake Forest School District Board has taken a bold step towards enhancing funding for capital improvements by unanimously voting to explore an increase in the county's building-permit impact fee.

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Lake Forest board to pursue county impact‑fee increase after finance briefing
After a presentation on Kent County impact fees and the district's $3.3 million impact‑fee reserve, the Lake Forest School Board voted unanimously to pursue joining other districts in seeking an increase to the county's permit‑based impact fee.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Wenatchee School District wraps up 2024–25 with a $13.2 million fund balance, but a $1.9 million drawdown in reserves raises questions about future budgeting strategies.

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District finance chief: Wenatchee ends 2024–25 with $13.2M fund balance, but reserves drew down $1.9M
Executive Director Sean Fitzgerald reported a $13.2 million ending fund balance for 2024–25, a favorable $2.7M variance to budget, but a $1.9M net drawdown in reserves driven by transfers to capital for HVAC and roofing repairs and the end of ESSER funds.
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November 15, 2025 at 8:46 AM
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Des Moines City Council just greenlit a groundbreaking $175 million capital improvements plan, paving the way for 87 transformative projects over the next six years!

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Council adopts $175 million 2026–2031 capital improvements plan
The council adopted the 2026–2031 CIP listing 87 projects totaling $175.275 million, with about $123 million in secured funding and $46.5 million in unsecured grant requests; transportation, municipal capital and surface‑water projects were highlighted.
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November 15, 2025 at 8:28 AM
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Zephyrhills City Council just approved a groundbreaking $33 million bond for exciting public works and park improvements, backed by impressive AA ratings that could save taxpayers money!

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Council approves up to $33 million bonds for park and public‑works projects after AA ratings
Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing up to $33 million in capital improvement revenue bonds to finance public‑works facilities and Zephyr Park improvements. Financial advisor Jeff Larson said three rating agencies assigned AA ratings, eliminating the need for bond insurance and lowering expected interest costs.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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Oshkosh's Common Council has approved a balanced 2026 budget, keeping the tax levy steady despite a slight increase in the tax rate—what does this mean for residents?

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Oshkosh council adopts 2026 budget, keeps levy flat amid small valuation adjustment; approves CIP financing
Council adopted the 2026 city budget and tax levy and approved related financing for capital improvements. Finance staff said finalized manufacturing valuations raised the rate slightly from $7.73 to $7.77 per $1,000 of assessed value; council praised staff for holding the levy steady and asked staff to continue negotiations on the Opera House item
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November 13, 2025 at 6:07 AM
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Waukegan CUSD 60 is making remarkable strides in literacy, inclusion, and capital improvements, including a staggering 520% increase in middle-school English learner exits!

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Waukegan board hears Destination 2028 update highlighting literacy gains, EL exits and capital work
District leaders presented a Destination 2028 strategic‑plan progress report showing literacy implementation steps, large increases in English‑learner exits, expansion of bilingual programs, increased inclusion for students with IEPs and a multi‑million dollar capital program funded partly from a $30 million bond.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:17 AM
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Schneider Electric reveals a plan that could save York City School District up to $279,000 annually, all while tackling urgent capital improvements.

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School district hears Schneider Electric business case; administration recommends phased projects, seeks PDA approval
Schneider Electric presented a facilities business case estimating $246,000–$279,000 in annual energy savings and a 20‑year operations efficiency / capital‑investment potential of roughly $6.6 million to $7.5 million. District leaders said they favor a partnership and recommended approving a project development agreement to investigate selected, a‑
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November 11, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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The Anchorage Assembly is shaking things up by delaying key community projects to ensure neighborhood voices are heard while unveiling exciting new road and transit improvements!

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Assembly reviews CASA/CIP timing and ARDSA bond project additions for 2026
Members proposed delaying several CASA CIP projects to give a newly organized neighborhood working group time to set priorities, and separately proposed adding trailhead signage and a downtown wayfinding program; sponsors also discussed inserting several ARDSA road and rehabilitation projects into the bond year and adjusting design funding for Turn
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November 11, 2025 at 11:28 AM
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The Geneva City Council just greenlit a $6.29 million contract for a new wastewater treatment screening building, paving the way for major infrastructure improvements!

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Geneva council approves $6.29 million contract for wastewater screening building
Resolution 2025‑132, authorizing a $6,290,000 contract with Williams Brothers Construction for a screening building at the wastewater treatment plant, was included on the omnibus agenda and approved by the council on Nov. 3. Staff said the item had been vetted and the superintendent was available for technical questions.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:56 AM
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Cowlitz County's juvenile facility faces urgent repairs and potential multi-million dollar upgrades, leaving officials to weigh short-term fixes against a reimagined future.

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County flags substantial needs, uncertain costs for juvenile facility upgrades including roof repairs
Staff and commissioners discussed ongoing issues at the county juvenile facility, including leaking roof sections and aging systems. Staff said short-term patching is planned but that longer-term upgrades could cost millions; sharing capacity with neighboring counties was raised as one option.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:50 AM
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Peoria County's Infrastructure Committee has taken a bold step forward by approving a significant portion of the FY2026 budget, paving the way for crucial facility remediations and major road improvements!

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Peoria County infrastructure committee approves FY2026 infrastructure budget, adds targeted amendments
The committee approved its portion of Peoria Countys FY2026 infrastructure budget and adopted amendments to fund remediation at Hannah City Work Camp, highway office improvements, and a developer‑reimbursed road improvement. Vote on the developer reimbursement recorded eight yes votes and one abstention.
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October 31, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Oklahoma County is making big moves with a $425,000 furniture upgrade for the court clerk and nearly $895,000 allocated for community safety initiatives!

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Budget board approves capital cleanup, $425,000 for court clerk furniture and funding moves for courthouse elevator and safety programs
The Oklahoma County Budget Board approved a package of budget actions Wednesday including a $425,000 transfer for court clerk furniture, closure of long-stagnant capital projects freeing $840,599.53 (net available $506,779.25), a new capital line for an ADA elevator repair and movement of nearly $895,000 in community safety grant funds.
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October 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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Spokane County is set to approve a groundbreaking $60 million bond resolution to fund crucial capital improvements and possibly save on existing debt—big changes are on the horizon!

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Commissioners briefed on proposed $60 million limited-tax GO bond resolution for county capital projects
County legal and finance staff presented a draft bond resolution authorizing up to $60 million in limited-tax general obligation bonds to finance capital improvements (campus boilers, facility upgrades, golf-course maintenance facility and other projects) and to potentially refund 2012 and 2014 series bonds if market conditions produce savings. The
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October 24, 2025 at 5:56 AM
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Aurora City Council just approved significant budget measures for 2026, including utility rate increases and adjustments to the E-911 surcharge that will impact local property owners.

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Aurora council adopts multiple GID budgets, utility rate changes and fee updates in omnibus votes
The council introduced and adopted a slate of ordinances and budgets including several General Improvement District (GID) budgets, capital and tax-levy ordinances, a raise to the E-911 surcharge, and proposed 2026 water and sewer rate increases.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:19 AM
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LaSalle County's Property Committee is set to transform its facilities with a major HVAC upgrade and office remodel, all while securing a $100,000 state grant!

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LaSalle County property committee budgets HVAC conversion and office remodel after capital review
The LaSalle County Property Committee reviewed fund balances and project estimates and reached consensus to budget a 2‑to‑4 pipe HVAC conversion for the criminal justice and governmental centers and to include an office remodel in next year’s capital plan; staff reported a pending $100,000 state fence grant and detailed other capital needs.
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October 21, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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Orland Park's Board of Trustees just greenlit a massive $42 million bond issuance, raising questions about timing, transparency, and the impact on future projects!

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Orland Park approves up-to-$42 million bond issuance to reimburse prior capital spending; board hears questions on timing and transparency
The Village of Orland Park authorized issuance of not-to-exceed $42 million in general obligation bonds to finance capital improvements and reimburse expenditures from 2024–25. Trustees questioned timing, budget impacts and tax implications; staff cited IRS reimbursement rules and prior planning as reasons to proceed.
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October 15, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Massachusetts is set to boost its infrastructure with a groundbreaking bill proposing a $200 million annual investment in the Transportation Endowment Fund!

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Massachusetts Senate introduces bill to establish Transportation Endowment Fund for capital improvements
Legislation proposes a $200 million annual transfer to the Massachusetts Transportation Endowment Fund.
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October 1, 2025 at 4:30 PM