Music Commission approves revised 'agent of change' measures to calm noise disputes - Austin Monitor
The city is moving to prevent noise conflicts between residential areas and live music venues by making developers near music venues conduct sound testing for new projects.
The proposed requirements aim to include noise impact information in residential purchase or lease agreements, placing no new burdens on music venues. [ more ]
Texas transportation company sues Chicago for migrant bus restrictions
A Texas transportation company is suing Chicago over restrictions on unscheduled buses carrying asylum-seekers.
The city of Chicago has implemented ordinances requiring bus companies to drop off migrant passengers at a specific location and limit arrivals to two buses per day. [ more ]