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Yet Another Improper Spending Scandal Rocks SF City Hall, Commission Director Hastily Goes On Leave

Sheryl Davis's financial misconduct leads to scrutiny of oversight practices at San Francisco's Human Rights Commission.

Buzzy SF tech CEO Sam Altman joins Daniel Lurie's mayoral transition team

Daniel Lurie is forming a diverse transition team that includes tech leaders to reshape San Francisco's governance and economic landscape.

What SF city government will look like for the next two years-and what it will face - 48 hills

San Francisco faces significant budget deficits and an inexperienced leadership, leading to potential cuts in essential services.

A hearing on Mayor's Office corruption... - 48 hills

Public focus in San Francisco's mayoral race is shifting from corruption to issues like public safety and housing, despite ongoing scandals.

Yet Another Improper Spending Scandal Rocks SF City Hall, Commission Director Hastily Goes On Leave

Sheryl Davis's financial misconduct leads to scrutiny of oversight practices at San Francisco's Human Rights Commission.

Buzzy SF tech CEO Sam Altman joins Daniel Lurie's mayoral transition team

Daniel Lurie is forming a diverse transition team that includes tech leaders to reshape San Francisco's governance and economic landscape.

What SF city government will look like for the next two years-and what it will face - 48 hills

San Francisco faces significant budget deficits and an inexperienced leadership, leading to potential cuts in essential services.

A hearing on Mayor's Office corruption... - 48 hills

Public focus in San Francisco's mayoral race is shifting from corruption to issues like public safety and housing, despite ongoing scandals.
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YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: NW Natural's Greenwashing Lawsuit, Portland's Roller Derby Mecca, and Where to Spend Election Night!

Lawsuits against NW Natural target alleged deceit and greenwashing practices.
Portland is undergoing significant changes with a new city government set to take effect.

Portlanders saw an election for the ages; the outcomes aren't totally clear yet

Portland's November election saw a transformative shift in the approach to city governance.

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: NW Natural's Greenwashing Lawsuit, Portland's Roller Derby Mecca, and Where to Spend Election Night!

Lawsuits against NW Natural target alleged deceit and greenwashing practices.
Portland is undergoing significant changes with a new city government set to take effect.

Portlanders saw an election for the ages; the outcomes aren't totally clear yet

Portland's November election saw a transformative shift in the approach to city governance.
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City Councilman calls on NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban to resign in wake of federal raids

Federal raids targeting Mayor Adams' administration affect top NYPD officials, raising questions about the integrity of police leadership.

Myrie calls Caban's abrupt resignation 'troubling'

NYPD Commissioner's resignation raises concern over stability in public safety leadership in New York City amid ongoing investigations.

'Cutting Corners': City Juices Stats for Intersection Safety Upgrades - Streetsblog New York City

The city is misleading the public about the effectiveness and extent of safety improvements at intersections to enhance visibility.
The promise to daylight 1,000 intersections appears to be overstated with many duplicates and outdated counts included in the data.

Supporters rally to overturn Mayor Adams' veto of How Many Stops Act

The City Council needs 34 votes to override Mayor Eric Adams' veto of a bill aimed at increasing police transparency.
Supporters of the bill say it will help lead to less biased policing and address the disproportionate targeting of Black and Latino individuals by the police.

City Councilman calls on NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban to resign in wake of federal raids

Federal raids targeting Mayor Adams' administration affect top NYPD officials, raising questions about the integrity of police leadership.

Myrie calls Caban's abrupt resignation 'troubling'

NYPD Commissioner's resignation raises concern over stability in public safety leadership in New York City amid ongoing investigations.

'Cutting Corners': City Juices Stats for Intersection Safety Upgrades - Streetsblog New York City

The city is misleading the public about the effectiveness and extent of safety improvements at intersections to enhance visibility.
The promise to daylight 1,000 intersections appears to be overstated with many duplicates and outdated counts included in the data.

Supporters rally to overturn Mayor Adams' veto of How Many Stops Act

The City Council needs 34 votes to override Mayor Eric Adams' veto of a bill aimed at increasing police transparency.
Supporters of the bill say it will help lead to less biased policing and address the disproportionate targeting of Black and Latino individuals by the police.
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Supes pass resolution seeking to avoid a sweeping attack on the Clean Water Act - 48 hills

The Board of Supes urges the city to settle its lawsuit with the EPA to protect the Clean Water Act, not to direct city officials.

Tim Pearson, shadowy Adams top aide, resigns amid escalating federal corruption probe

Tim Pearson resigned amid a federal corruption probe, reflecting ongoing issues in Mayor Adams' administration.

Tesla chosen over Ford for $5 million Baltimore City EV fleet

Baltimore City government will purchase Tesla EVs, potentially generating $5 million in sales and marking a shift towards a sustainable vehicle fleet.
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City Council asserts advise-and-consent process on Randy Mastro nomination

The NYC Council will convene a hearing to consider Mayor Eric Adams' nominee for NYC Corporation Counsel.

Mayor Adams Fills a Key Commission With Allies and Donors

Mayor Eric Adams values loyalty in appointments, choosing allies and donors for key positions in the Charter Revision Commission.

City Council asserts advise-and-consent process on Randy Mastro nomination

The NYC Council will convene a hearing to consider Mayor Eric Adams' nominee for NYC Corporation Counsel.

Mayor Adams Fills a Key Commission With Allies and Donors

Mayor Eric Adams values loyalty in appointments, choosing allies and donors for key positions in the Charter Revision Commission.
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As rats wreak havoc inside cars, Boston officials weigh creation of new Pest Control Office

Boston residents facing rat problem with vehicles
City officials consider creating Office of Pest Control for streamlined efforts

1st African American SF Mayor Willie Brown turns 90: Here's his birthday wish for future generations

Former Mayor Willie Brown's 90th birthday gala event raises money for a cause close to his heart.
The Willie L. Brown, Jr. Fellowship Program provides students with opportunities to work in city government agencies.

Miami mayor proposes voting map changes, strong-mayor government, independent auditor

Mayor Francis Suarez announces proposal for independent auditor to ensure elected officials are free of conflicts
Mayor suggests possibility of increasing mayor's powers and eliminating voting districts
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TogetherSF Action: Advocacy group pushes for city charter reform, more power to mayor's office

A civic engagement group called TogetherSF Action is pushing for a bold reform package in San Francisco.
The proposed reforms include cutting the number of city boards and commissions by half and empowering the office of the mayor to hire and remove department heads without commission approval.

Idle lands: Austin joins cities looking to put real estate assets to best use - Austin Monitor

Austin is participating in a program to analyze its real estate assets and identify opportunities for redevelopment or other use.
The city aims to generate additional revenue through the utilization of its underutilized real estate assets.

TogetherSF Action: Advocacy group pushes for city charter reform, more power to mayor's office

A civic engagement group called TogetherSF Action is pushing for a bold reform package in San Francisco.
The proposed reforms include cutting the number of city boards and commissions by half and empowering the office of the mayor to hire and remove department heads without commission approval.

Idle lands: Austin joins cities looking to put real estate assets to best use - Austin Monitor

Austin is participating in a program to analyze its real estate assets and identify opportunities for redevelopment or other use.
The city aims to generate additional revenue through the utilization of its underutilized real estate assets.
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Philadelphia Mandates In-Office Work Days for City Employees | Entrepreneur

Philadelphia Mayor requires all city workers to return to the office five days a week, amidst a trend of businesses considering a four-day workweek or hybrid office shifts.

Mayor Adams' budget quietly installs a permanent 'migrant crisis' spending spree

The timing of Gotham's budget might be late, but the focus should be on the significant debate regarding spending for migrants.

Got Issues With NYC Governance? Here's Your Chance to Get Your Solutions on the Ballot in November

The New York City Charter is a living document that undergoes revisions to address the city's evolving needs and involves public participation.
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