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Dark day for New Zealand': outcry as bill to fast-track controversial mining projects is approved

The new Fast-Track Approvals law in New Zealand has faced backlash for undermining environmental protections and allowing rapid approval of potentially harmful projects.

Port of Oakland Commission certifies environmental report for Oakland Airport expansion

Oakland Airport's terminal modernization is crucial for future growth but faces opposition due to environmental concerns and declining air travel demand.

Dark day for New Zealand': outcry as bill to fast-track controversial mining projects is approved

The new Fast-Track Approvals law in New Zealand has faced backlash for undermining environmental protections and allowing rapid approval of potentially harmful projects.

Port of Oakland Commission certifies environmental report for Oakland Airport expansion

Oakland Airport's terminal modernization is crucial for future growth but faces opposition due to environmental concerns and declining air travel demand.
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Health care community divided on OHSU-Legacy merger, but opposition grows

Many people oppose the OHSU-Legacy Health merger, indicating widespread concern across Oregon's health care communities.

Controversial garden centre redevelopment plan blocked

Public opposition remains significant against the proposal to develop Ongar Garden Centre despite potential job creation.

Public lines up to oppose police contract - Austin Monitor

The Austin City Council faces significant public opposition to the proposed police union contract, with calls to allocate funds to community services instead.

Audit suggests group homes for California's sexually violent predators while awaiting long-term placement

California's state audit suggests exploring group homes for housing sexually violent predators, amid ongoing community resistance to their local placement.
#local-government

Brooklyn Residents Protest Against Homeless Shelter

Local officials and residents are strongly opposing a proposed homeless shelter at 2501 and 86th Street, citing lack of government response.

After resident backlash, Miami Beach decides not to increase parking rates

Miami Beach officials unanimously voted against planned parking rate increases, responding to public opposition and demonstrating quick legislative action.

Brooklyn Residents Protest Against Homeless Shelter

Local officials and residents are strongly opposing a proposed homeless shelter at 2501 and 86th Street, citing lack of government response.

After resident backlash, Miami Beach decides not to increase parking rates

Miami Beach officials unanimously voted against planned parking rate increases, responding to public opposition and demonstrating quick legislative action.
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Eiffel's descendants say Non to keeping Olympic rings on Eiffel Tower

Paris officials seek to retain Olympic symbols on the Eiffel Tower, facing opposition for altering a historical architectural landmark.

Oregon legislative Democrats join governor, Republicans in opposing rebate ballot measure

Democratic leaders oppose Measure 118, which would raise corporate taxes to redistribute funds to all Oregonians.
#urban-planning

Controversial demolition of empty Museum of London and neighbouring office block expected to go through

Plan to demolish Museum of London and Bastion House for office block likely to be approved despite opposition.
Controversy arises over the decision and its environment impact with calls for retrofitting instead of demolition.

Biden Announced His Plan to Reverse Racist Urban Planning

Highways were initially seen as a positive development post-WWII, but urban planning initiatives led to destructive highway projects affecting minority neighborhoods.
Communities mobilized to resist destructive urban highway projects, leading to a shift in public sentiment.

Controversial demolition of empty Museum of London and neighbouring office block expected to go through

Plan to demolish Museum of London and Bastion House for office block likely to be approved despite opposition.
Controversy arises over the decision and its environment impact with calls for retrofitting instead of demolition.

Biden Announced His Plan to Reverse Racist Urban Planning

Highways were initially seen as a positive development post-WWII, but urban planning initiatives led to destructive highway projects affecting minority neighborhoods.
Communities mobilized to resist destructive urban highway projects, leading to a shift in public sentiment.
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Revealed: High rises up to 13-storeys and new store in 'Tesco Towers' plans

Notting Hill Genesis plans to replace Tesco in Harrow with 504 homes in tower blocks, facing opposition for lack of affordable housing.
Harrow Council clarifies they do not control the development on the Tesco site, as it is within the GLA designated Opportunity Area.

Billionaires' utopia CEO defiant in face of loud calls to drop lawsuit against Solano County property owners

The CEO of California Forever, a company backed by Silicon Valley billionaires, faced opposition from local residents during a town hall meeting regarding their plan to build a new city in Solano County.
The company is involved in a $510 million lawsuit against property owners in the area, accusing them of conspiring to increase sale prices of their properties.
The town hall meeting revealed deep skepticism and anger from residents, who expressed concerns about the impact of the new city on the cost of living.
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