City Council unanimously appointed Danni Newbury to fill the remaining 15 months of Jennifer Wenson-Maier’s term as 5th Ward representative on the nine-member governing body.
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Democrats choose three nominees for 5th Ward
The municipal Democratic Committee last night chose three nominees to potentially fill the remaining 15 months of an unexpired term representing the 5th Ward on City Council.
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American Legion acquisition moves ahead
City Council moved forward on the acquisition of the James E. Mackie American Legion Post 499 on West Main Street, three months after authorizing $90,000 for the purchase. Continue reading American Legion acquisition moves ahead
Essex Street concept secures DEP waiver
More than two years after presenting a concept plan for 174 units across the river from downtown, a developer has secured a Flood Hazard Area (FHA) permit waiver through a settlement with the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the city.
Sewer rate increase approved
City Council unanimously approved new annual sewer fees over the next five years, including a roughly 5 percent rate hike, effective Oct. 1, 2020 Jan. 1, 2020.
Councilwoman to resign
Fifth Ward Councilwoman Jennifer Wenson-Maier will resign her seat, effective Sept. 15. Continue reading Councilwoman to resign
Downtown parking plan unveiled
Parking throughout much of downtown would be free after 7 p.m. as part of a comprehensive downtown parking plan unveiled last week.
St. Mark’s property designated for redevelopment
City Council last week designated the former St. Mark’s property on Hamilton Street, and five adjacent lots, as a condemnation redevelopment area, authorizing the preparation of a redevelopment plan for the area. Continue reading St. Mark’s property designated for redevelopment