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David Lindsay-Abaire’s The Balusters, directed by Kenny Leon, is a sharp Broadway comedy about a diverse homeowners association in Vernon Point whose petty squabbles expose deeper tensions around race, class, and communal duty, anchored by Anika Noni Rose’s Kyra and Marylouise Burke’s Penny; the play blends wit with social critique and invites the audience to reckon with what “holding up” a community really means.
Residents of a Des Moines neighborhood are calling for the resignation of their city council representative, Indira Sheumaker, who has not attended a council meeting since March 6. The Lower Beaver Neighborhood Association has issued a statement demanding her resignation, citing her lack of response to constituents. While they respect her decision to prioritize her health, they emphasize the need for representation. A deadline of July 17 has been set for Sheumaker to resign, after which a special election will be held if she does not comply. A petition with over 400 signatures has been created, and alternative options for removal are being explored if she does not step down voluntarily.
Sacramento's Southside Pool will remain closed this summer due to the need for resurfacing and a shortage of funds to complete the project. The closure is frustrating for residents who use the facility, including the President of the Southside Park Neighborhood Association, who said the closure is hurting the community. The city is encouraging visitors to use other pools and is looking into providing free transportation for families. Councilwoman Katie Valenzuela said they have funding for phase one and hope to reopen the pool for summer 2024.