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Creative zoning to meet housing needs

The Municipal Posted on May 4, 2020 by Denise FedorowMay 4, 2020
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As housing shortages become more prevalent, cities and towns explore creative ways to address the situation. Some cities are doing this is by changing zoning laws in what is commonly known as upzoning or mixed zoning. The move to single-home-only … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, may 2020, minneapolis, Minnesota, oregon, portland, The Municipal, zoning | Leave a reply

Monroe, Michigan returns to the river

The Municipal Posted on January 29, 2020 by Janet PattersonJanuary 30, 2020
River Raisin Legacy Project Monroe, Michigan

It has been nearly 240 years since a group of French-Canadian settlers came to the bank of the River Raisin in the Northwest Territory. The small community between what is now Detroit, Mich., and Toledo, Ohio, sat where the river … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, january 2020, maintenance & operations, Michigan, monroe, The Municipal | Leave a reply

Hampstead, N.C., residents grapple with incorporation

The Municipal Posted on November 30, 2019 by Barb SieminskiNovember 27, 2019

To incorporate or not to incorporate — that is the question. The answer? Not so simple. Hampstead, N.C. has been trying for years to incorporate, according to Suzann Rhodes, FAICP, who has been closely involved with the so-far-unsuccessful endeavor and … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, hampstead, North Carolina, november 2019, technology, The Municipal | Leave a reply

Kidding around: Pembroke Pines recognizes importance of its youngest citizens

The Municipal Posted on August 26, 2019 by Julie YoungAugust 26, 2019

When it comes to showcasing and promoting the interests of its youngest citizens, the city of Pembroke Pines, Fla., doesn’t “kid” around. Not only does the mayor’s office host an annual all-day party to celebrate this special constituency, but the … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged august 2019, building & construction, florida, pembroke pines, The Municipal, waste & recycling | 1 Reply

New Haven examines its food system

The Municipal Posted on July 15, 2019 by Lauren CaggianoJuly 15, 2019

What does it mean to have a secure and robust local food system? The city of New Haven, Conn., along with other progressive municipalities around the country, are exploring such issues in an innovative way.           Enter the Food Systems … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, Connecticut, july 2019, new haven, public works, The Municipal | Leave a reply

Flying high: Enid Woodring Regional Airport gets new terminal

The Municipal Posted on July 3, 2019 by Julie YoungJuly 3, 2019

When a plane lands at the Enid Woodring Regional Airport in Enid, Okla., director Dan Ohnesorge wants passengers to know that they have arrived.           “The airport terminal is the first thing people see when they get here and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged airports, building & construction, enid, june 2019, oklahoma, The Municipal, water & energy | Leave a reply

Going beyond the moon, one step at a time

The Municipal Posted on May 30, 2019 by Elisa WalkerMay 30, 2019

When a story came out that Huntington, W.Va., was one of the unhealthiest and obese cities in the U.S. in 2008; followed by “Heroin(e),” a 2018 Academy Award nominated documentary that featured a drug and overdose problem in the city; … Continue reading →

Posted in Operations & Maintenance | Tagged building & construction, huntington, may 2019, operations & maintenance, The Municipal, west virginia | Leave a reply

Holland, Mich., makes sustainability a priority

The Municipal Posted on May 28, 2019 by Lauren CaggianoMay 28, 2019

Located in western Michigan, the city of Holland is a mecca for tourists especially during the summer and fall months. Its natural beauty and proximity to some of the best-rated beaches in the country are part of the charm.           … Continue reading →

Posted in Water & Energy | Tagged building & construction, holland, may 2019, Michigan, The Municipal, water & energy | Leave a reply

Musical gardens bring joy to children

The Municipal Posted on May 25, 2019 by Barb SieminskiMay 24, 2019

Progressive municipalities and other community groups have been exploring ways to create new avenues of music, play, discovery and sheer delight for their local children outdoors. For example, Cadillac, Mich. — population of about 10,445 — has a rustic musical … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged building & construction, cadillac, may 2019, Michigan, parks & environmental services, seymour, texas, The Municipal | Leave a reply

ITD eyes potential animal detection systems, wildlife crosswalks

The Municipal Posted on May 23, 2019 by Barb SieminskiMay 23, 2019

As populations boom and humans encroach more on wild spaces, there has been an increase in the number of wildlife-vehicle accidents. Many municipalities and state departments of transportation, however, are seeking ways to ensure the safety of drivers with innovative … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged building & construction, highways & bridges, may 2019, streets, The Municipal | 2 Replies

Universal basic income comes to Stockton, Calif.

The Municipal Posted on May 21, 2019 by Andrew MentockMay 17, 2019

About 50 miles south of Sacramento, Stockton, Calif., has a relatively small population when compared to other cities within the state. Yet, with a population of 320,000 people, Stockton would be the largest or second largest city in several states … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, California, may 2019, stockton, The Municipal | Leave a reply

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