Tag: funding
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Louisville Metro Council Approves Partial Funding for Agricultural Agencies
Louisville, Ky. – In a recent decision by the Metro Council, the budget plan slated for approval maintains partial funding for two crucial agricultural agencies despite initial proposed cuts. The Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Jefferson County Extension Office were originally set to face significant reductions in funding under Mayor Craig…
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$150 Million Investment Transforms Northwest Indiana Catholic Schools
GARY, Ind. – Northwest Indiana’s Catholic school system is set to receive a transformative investment of $150 million, announced on Wednesday by the Big Shoulders Fund, facilitated by the Dean and Barbara White Family Foundation. Scope of the Investment The $150 million infusion is targeted at enhancing educational outcomes across the Diocese of Gary Catholic…
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Cuyahoga County Council Funds Near West Theatre Security Upgrade
Cleveland, Ohio – Cuyahoga County Councilmembers have approved $35,000 in one-time stimulus money to enhance safety and security at the Near West Theatre, Inc., enabling the continuation of LGBTQ events like Drag Story Hour, following a bomb threat earlier in the year. Threat and Response The incident unfolded on March 9, just prior to a…
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Doña Ana County Secures Funding for Rio Grande Park Design
Doña Ana County has successfully obtained over $85,000 to kickstart the design process for a park along the scenic banks of the Rio Grande. This milestone follows a concerted year-long initiative aimed at establishing a park and trail at Shalem Colony, nestled alongside the Rio Grande. While funding is now secured, efforts persist to garner…
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Urgent Debate: Oklahoma City Mental Health Facility Funds
During a recent press conference in Oklahoma City, the People’s Council for Justice Reform (PCJR) raised concerns regarding the allocation of federal funds for a planned mental health facility. Federal Funds Hang in the Balance With $50 million in federal funds at stake, Oklahoma County officials have been advocating for the establishment of a mental…
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UTEP’s $99 Million Sun Bowl Renovation Divides El Paso
EL PASO, Texas – The University of Texas at El Paso’s (UTEP) proposal to use County funds for a $99 million renovation of the Sun Bowl stadium has ignited a debate among El Pasoans. The stadium, a prominent landmark and venue for various events, has drawn both support and opposition regarding the substantial funding request.…
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Chicago Mayor Advocates for $1.1 Billion State Funding for Public Schools
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is pressing for increased funding from the state of Illinois to support the city’s public school system. Johnson spent Wednesday in Springfield, engaging in discussions with state leaders on various issues, with a primary focus on securing financial assistance for Chicago Public Schools (CPS). Meeting with State Leaders Mayor Johnson’s visit…
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Federal Funding Awarded to Intel for Semiconductor Facilities in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The White House announced that Intel has secured $8.5 billion in federal funding for its semiconductor facilities, including Ohio One in Licking County, under the CHIPS and Science Act passed by Congress in 2022. Significant Investment and Expansion Intel is set to receive up to $11 billion in loans from the Commerce…
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Arizona’s Proposition 479: November Ballot Decision Looms
Arizona voters will have a significant decision to make this November as Proposition 479, aimed at extending a half-cent sales tax dedicated to public safety, lands on the ballot. The measure, if passed, will continue funding critical public safety initiatives, providing essential resources to law enforcement agencies, firefighters, and emergency medical services across the state.…
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Pima County Faces Funding Crisis Amid Influx
Pima County, located in Arizona, finds itself in a precarious situation as it grapples with a looming financial crisis regarding its operations supporting asylum seekers passing through Tucson. The county, heavily reliant on funding from Congress for these programs, faces a critical shortage of funds with no immediate relief in sight due to the absence…
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22nd Street Bridge Revitalization: Tucson Progress Amid Funding Concerns
Progress is evident in the proposed revitalization of the 22nd Street Bridge in Tucson, Arizona. The Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) recently conducted its first public meeting of the new year, presenting two ideas generated from public feedback. Public Input Shapes Project Design The DTM, responding to public input, unveiled two potential designs…
