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Portland
fromPortlandTribune.com
2 months ago

Portland's new form of government faces challenging budget

Portland's government faces a critical challenge in balancing its 2025-2026 budget amidst a $93 million shortfall.
fromBKReader
5 hours ago
Brooklyn

Brannan Pledges City Contract Reform in Comptroller Bid

Councilmember Justin Brannan aims to improve transparency and accountability in city contracting by establishing a list of underperforming vendors.
Portland
fromPortlandTribune.com
2 months ago

Portland's new form of government faces challenging budget

Portland's government faces a critical challenge in balancing its 2025-2026 budget amidst a $93 million shortfall.
fromBKReader
5 hours ago
Brooklyn

Brannan Pledges City Contract Reform in Comptroller Bid

Councilmember Justin Brannan aims to improve transparency and accountability in city contracting by establishing a list of underperforming vendors.
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#lawsuit
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago
Miami food

Two Miami mayoral candidates to be deposed by former city attorney's legal team

The mayoral race in Miami intensifies as candidates are subpoenaed in a lawsuit involving alleged political vendettas.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Fired Oakland mayor's staffer was city's key witness against lawsuit by ex-OPD chief

Firing the chief of staff could weaken the city's legal defense in a pending lawsuit.
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago
Miami food

Two Miami mayoral candidates to be deposed by former city attorney's legal team

The mayoral race in Miami intensifies as candidates are subpoenaed in a lawsuit involving alleged political vendettas.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Fired Oakland mayor's staffer was city's key witness against lawsuit by ex-OPD chief

Firing the chief of staff could weaken the city's legal defense in a pending lawsuit.
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fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago
Austin

Animal Center gets interim leaders to help with five-year improvement plan - Austin Monitor

New leadership appointed at Austin Animal Center to address concerns and enhance animal welfare services.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Antioch sees key city personnel changes

Antioch's personnel changes aim to enhance city services and support economic development.
#oakland
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago
SF politics

Barbara Lee wants to be mayor after 30 years as a legislator. Can she make the switch?

The role of Oakland's mayor has evolved to focus more on attracting investments and local problem-solving rather than mediating conflicting interests.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland hires 2 consultants to help fix budget problems

Oakland has hired budget experts to help address its significant financial deficits and stabilize its budget.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Letters: Oakland's broken government structure needs repair

Oakland's city government struggles with chaos, lack of accountability, and systemic issues that require attention and action from community members.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago
SF politics

Barbara Lee wants to be mayor after 30 years as a legislator. Can she make the switch?

The role of Oakland's mayor has evolved to focus more on attracting investments and local problem-solving rather than mediating conflicting interests.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland hires 2 consultants to help fix budget problems

Oakland has hired budget experts to help address its significant financial deficits and stabilize its budget.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Letters: Oakland's broken government structure needs repair

Oakland's city government struggles with chaos, lack of accountability, and systemic issues that require attention and action from community members.
more#oakland
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NYC politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Fired City Hall Director Back in Hot Water Over $19K in City Funds Used for Her Son's UCLA Tuition

The misuse of public funds by a city department head raises significant ethical concerns.
Former SF City Hall director Sheryl Davis received $19,000 for her son's UCLA grad school tuition, funded by a nonprofit.
Disciplinary actions taken against city officials illustrate the need for accountability in public spending.
from48 hills
5 months ago
SF politics

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.
NYC politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Fired City Hall Director Back in Hot Water Over $19K in City Funds Used for Her Son's UCLA Tuition

The misuse of public funds by a city department head raises significant ethical concerns.
Former SF City Hall director Sheryl Davis received $19,000 for her son's UCLA grad school tuition, funded by a nonprofit.
Disciplinary actions taken against city officials illustrate the need for accountability in public spending.
from48 hills
5 months ago
SF politics

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.
more#san-francisco
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago
NYC politics

Stricter term limits for office? Proposal could topple Miami's political dynasties

Miami voters may vote on lifetime term limits for elected officials, capping them at 16 years across their lifetime.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Former employees sue Joe Carollo, say he used Miami city agency for personal gain

Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo faces serious allegations of misconduct, including misuse of public funds and retaliation against whistleblowers.
fromMission Local
3 months ago
SF politics

Rafael Mandelman is San Francisco's Board of Supervisors president

Rafael Mandelman was elected as the Board of Supervisors president without opposition, showcasing the limited power and often inward-facing nature of the role.
from48 hills
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

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.
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