#local-governance

#local-governance

Chapter 40B requires reform, as current regulations impact the effectiveness of affordable housing development.

Regal London plans to increase flats at 100 Avenue Road from 184 to 236, raising concerns over overshadowing local spaces and affordable housing.

Washburn, ND, town commissioners voted to stop fluoridating water after uncovering a lobbying scheme against local efforts.

Camden Council is reviewing various building change of use applications, including significant transformations in Belsize Park and Camden Market.

Epping Forest District Council is reviewing several recent planning applications for residential and commercial developments.

Mayor-elect Barbara Lee aims to unify Oakland and address the concerns of all its residents.

Barbara Lee's election as Oakland's mayor promises a focus on unity and tackling homelessness.

Three Derbyshire councillors have quit Labour, citing dissatisfaction with the party's direction under Sir Keir Starmer.

Rowenna Davis has been selected as the Labour Party's candidate for Mayor of Croydon, aiming to implement significant changes.

Nassau County officials are responding to nearby Queens pot dispensaries with proposed legislation for buffer zones to protect their communities.

Tower Hamlets is investing £8 million in an Anti-Crime Task Force focused on drugs, weapons, and community safety.

Installing security cameras can enhance safety perceptions among residents, but privacy concerns can lead to conflicts with housing authorities.

Council Member Crystal Hudson emphasized the urgent need to address issues such as affordable housing, youth violence, and public transportation during her address.

Controversy surrounds local governance in London as residents voice opposition to changes in community spaces and political affiliations shift.

Shire Lane's pothole issues have caused significant damage to vehicles, prompting serious concerns from local business owner Andy Patterson.

Menlo Park's council faces resistance over proposed housing development in downtown parking lots amid state housing requirements.

Galliard Homes acquires former Bromley Civic Campus for redevelopment, promising new housing and community benefits.

A police investigation is ongoing regarding the fly-tipping of 20 tonnes of waste in Brentwood, which poses serious safety risks.

The abandoned lorry trailers in Rainham were finally removed after residents' persistent complaints and social media advocacy.

Demolition of a scout hut for a new Hindu temple faces significant local opposition, particularly from a nearby Orthodox church concerned about noise and congestion.

Long-standing opposition from rural residents towards the Portland Water Bureau filtration plant highlights their lack of political representation in city decisions.

Sanctuary cities have a long history dating back to 1971, contrary to GOP claims of them being a recent phenomenon.

Multiple cities in Central Valley are considering sanctuary status for undocumented immigrants amid federal deportation threats.

Local residents oppose a proposal for alcohol licensing at Deptford Storehouse due to fears of noise and increased crime.

A family-friendly rave, Raver Tots, is proposed for annual events in Richmond, London, amid resident concerns about its long-term impact.