Tag #Local Government

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Thuringian Parliament to Vote on Hundreds of Millions in Budget Amendments

The Thuringian state parliament's budget committee will vote on Thursday on roughly 700 proposed amendments to the state budget, primarily from the new CDU/BSW/SPD coalition, totaling hundreds of millions of euros, including a €155 million municipal package; a projected €220 million deficit remains ...

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Hessian Election Law Reform Favors Larger Parties

The Hessian state government proposes amending the municipal election law, replacing the Hare-Niemeyer with the d'Hondt vote counting method for seat allocation in local parliaments, a move opposed by the opposition who argue that it would disadvantage smaller parties and potentially threaten democr...

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DeSantis Threatens to Remove Local Officials Over Immigration Cooperation

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis threatened to remove local officials who refuse to cooperate with federal immigration authorities in detaining and deporting immigrants, escalating tensions after a Fort Myers city council rejected an agreement with ICE due to racial profiling concerns; this follows DeS...

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Trump Executive Order Shifts Disaster Preparedness to States

President Trump signed an executive order on March 10th shifting disaster preparedness to state and local governments, creating a National Risk Register, and prompting concerns about reduced federal support and funding for disaster mitigation projects.

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Glastonbury's Van Dweller Crisis: Community Tensions and Delayed Regulated Site

Glastonbury, UK, grapples with approximately 300 van dwellers in unauthorized encampments, causing community tension due to anti-social behavior and lack of council tax contributions; a planned regulated site faces delays.

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Unequal Access to Dutch Water Board Tax Exemptions

Eligibility for Dutch water board tax exemptions varies widely, with some boards using stricter criteria than others, creating inequities among low-income residents, particularly affecting those solely reliant on AOW pensions.

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Şişli Mayor Arrested in Turkey's Counter-Terrorism Probe

Şişli Mayor Resul Emrah Şahan was arrested as part of a counter-terrorism investigation into Istanbul's municipality, leading to his replacement by a government-appointed trustee and sparking protests from supporters citing a politically motivated trial.

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Approval for 90-Unit Affordable Housing Project in Birtinya Rescinded

The Queensland government revoked approval for a 90-unit affordable housing development in Birtinya, Sunshine Coast, days before a caretaker period, due to concerns about exceeding legal limits on affordable units and potential traffic issues, prompting criticism from the opposition.

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Ulster University Proposes Council Takeover of At-Risk Riverside Theatre

Ulster University proposed that Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council take over the lease of the Riverside Theatre in Coleraine, a 350-seat venue needing roughly £750,000 in repairs and £500,000 annually for operation; the council is debating the proposal due to budget constraints and existing ar...

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Madrid Launches Advanced Cybersecurity Drills for Southern Municipalities

The Madrid region is conducting advanced cybersecurity drills in southern municipalities with over 20,000 inhabitants, starting March 17th in Alcorcón, to enhance their response to digital attacks on essential services, testing detection, response, and recovery from simulated ransomware, unauthorize...

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Campanian Mayors Rally in Rome for Stronger European Unity

Mayors from across Campania, led by Naples Mayor Gaetano Manfredi, will join a pro-European demonstration in Rome today at 3 PM, advocating for a stronger, more united Europe that balances military defense with diplomatic solutions, with potential future expansion across Italy.

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Madrid Residents Protest Planned Cleaning Depot Location

Six Madrid neighborhood associations are protesting the planned construction of a cleaning depot and Selur base in Montecarmelo, proposing a more suitable site in Las Tablas, which meets the project's operational requirements; the PP delegate rejected the alternative, despite support from opposition...

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