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local-government1 month ago•6 min saved

NYC Launches $4M Pilot for 17 Automated Public Restrooms with 10-Minute Time Limits

Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched a $4 million pilot program installing 17 automated public restrooms across New York City to address a severe shortage of public facilities. The units, manufactured by Throne Labs, are free, ADA-accessible, and do not require traditional water or sewer connections. A key feature is a strict 10-minute usage limit; if a user exceeds this time, the door automatically opens after audio and visual warnings. While the city aims to provide clean, accessible options in all five boroughs, critics worry that access methods may exclude homeless individuals.

via Fox News|

#local-government #new-york-city #public-infrastructure

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Rays CEO Confident as Tampa Leaders Vote on $2.3B Stadium Deal

Tampa Bay Rays CEO Ken Babby expressed confidence that local elected officials will approve the financing for a new $2.3 billion stadium this week. The deal, which involves a 35-year lease and a mixed-use development, requires votes from the Tampa City Council and Hillsborough County Commission. Recent negotiations resulted in significant concessions from the Rays, including increased rent and a shift in funding structures, to address concerns raised by local leaders.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#hillsborough-county #ken-babby #public-infrastructure

local-government2 months ago•1 min saved

Rays Stadium Deal Faces Backlash as Two County Commissioners Threaten to Block $2.3B Project

Two Hillsborough County commissioners who previously supported a draft agreement for the Tampa Bay Rays' new stadium are now threatening to vote against the final deal. Commissioners Chris Boles and Christine Miller have raised concerns over the shifting financial structure, specifically the city's reliance on property tax revenues from a proposed mixed-use development. While the Rays have selected a construction firm and aim for a September groundbreaking, the lack of guaranteed revenue assurances and rapid negotiation timelines have created significant uncertainty for the $2.3 billion project.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#hillsborough-county #local-government #political-dispute

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Moroccan Youth Protest Stadium Spending Amid Rising Violence and Injuries

Anti-government protests in Morocco have turned violent for the fourth consecutive night, driven by youth anger over inadequate social services and government spending priorities, especially amid preparations for the 2030 World Cup. The protests, which began peacefully, escalated with clashes, vandalism, and arrests across various cities, highlighting widespread dissatisfaction with healthcare, education, and economic conditions. Authorities have responded with arrests and police measures, while human rights groups and international organizations call for dialogue and reform.

via AP News|

#government-response #morocco-protests #public-infrastructure

business3 years ago•2 min saved

Buc-ee's Continues Expansion with New Locations and Grand Opening Dates.

The opening of Buc-ee's 53,000-square-foot travel center in Springfield, Missouri, may be delayed until late 2023 or early 2024, according to a spokesperson. The Texas-based chain, which operates 43 stores across the South, broke ground on the project last August. The city council has approved two rounds of reimbursement for public infrastructure improvements, totaling $9.2m over 20 years, but some critics have protested against the use of taxpayer funds.

via News-Leader|

#buc-ees #business #construction

politics3 years ago•1 min saved

Texas imposes $200 annual fee on electric vehicle owners

Texas is set to impose a $200 annual registration fee on electric vehicle (EV) owners, with exceptions for certain types of vehicles. The fee is intended to cover the cost of public infrastructure that EV owners still rely on. Critics argue that the fee is punitive and will make it harder for Texans to afford clean vehicles. Texas is one of more than a dozen states to impose such a fee, with Georgia being the only other state to charge $200.

via TechCrunch|

#annual-fee #clean-vehicles #ev-owners