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Rapid City Mayor Salamun Proposes Moratorium and Alternate Ordinance for Data Centers

Rapid City Mayor Salamun Proposes Moratorium and Alternate Ordinance for Data Centers

Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun is set to introduce two new agenda items at the November 25 Planning Commission meeting concerning the proposed data centers ordinance. One proposal is a six-month moratorium on issuing permits for data center operations, pending further actions on Ordinance 6746. This ordinance aims to add provisions addressing location, power, water, sewer, noise, and vibration issues related to data centers. The second measure is an alternate ordinance designed to provide additional protections to existing city regulations for data center operations, should the City Council not approve a moratorium. These proposals follow the Planning Commission's decision on November 5 to delay a vote on the data center regulations until January 21, 2027. This delay was recommended by staff to incorporate feedback from over 900 public responses and comments regarding water, noise, and infrastructure concerns. Mayor Salamun will announce these items at a press conference on Thursday at city hall.
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Kansas City Chiefs Stadium Deal Alters Development Area, Grants Mayor Seat on Sports Authority

Kansas City Chiefs Stadium Deal Alters Development Area, Grants Mayor Seat on Sports Authority

Kansas City Chiefs Stadium Deal Alters Development Area, Grants Mayor Seat on Sports Authority
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Washington County Seeks Senior Planner for Land Use and Development Projects in Hillsboro, Oregon

Washington County Seeks Senior Planner for Land Use and Development Projects in Hillsboro, Oregon

The Washington County Department of Land Use & Transportation is actively recruiting for a Senior Planner position within its Land Use Planning Section. This role is crucial for managing development projects, reviewing land use applications, and drafting amendments to the development code. The Senior Planner will primarily focus on development activities in Washington County's unincorporated areas that fall within the regional urban growth boundary. Additionally, the position involves supervisory duties, tracking development activity, and contributing to updates of the Community Development Code (CDC). The department emphasizes its mission to foster a safe, livable, and economically thriving community through technical innovation, predictable processes, and empowered staff. Candidates are expected to possess a Bachelor's Degree in urban or regional planning or a related field with five years of experience, or a Master's Degree with three years of experience.
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Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt Joins B20 Economic Forum to Promote State Economic Growth

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt Joins B20 Economic Forum to Promote State Economic Growth

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt Joins B20 Economic Forum to Promote State Economic Growth
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Summit County to Host Community Forum on Workforce Housing Challenges

Summit County to Host Community Forum on Workforce Housing Challenges

Summit County is set to host a free community forum on Tuesday, November 17, to address the persistent challenges of workforce housing. The event, organized by the Summit County Housing Authority, will bring together local workers, business leaders, and housing officials. The discussion, part of the county's Housing Speaker Series, aims to explore affordability issues and potential solutions. The forum will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Richins Building in Park City. This initiative follows the County Council's approval of a strategic plan in August, which targets the facilitation of 1,500 deed-restricted affordable housing units over the next decade. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau indicates that approximately 63% of Summit County's workforce commutes from outside the county, highlighting the severity of the housing shortage. Recent reports also show that the median home sale price in Summit County was around $2.2 million in the first quarter of 2026, making homeownership unaffordable for 97% ...
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Omaha City Council Approves Plumbing Code Changes to Boost Affordable Housing

Omaha City Council Approves Plumbing Code Changes to Boost Affordable Housing

The Omaha City Council has passed several amendments to its plumbing code, aiming to stimulate housing projects and increase affordability within the city. These changes, approved on Tuesday, include relaxing restrictions on the use of PVC pipe, which was previously heavily limited to single-family homes, restaurants, and multi-family dwellings under four stories. Neighboring communities typically have less stringent requirements for PVC usage. Additionally, the new codes will permit PEX, a durable pipe material, as an alternative to copper for water service lines. The council also addressed a labor shortage in the plumbing sector by proposing to adjust the apprentice-to-plumber ratio from one-to-one to one-to-two, aligning it more closely with electrician apprenticeship ratios. These modifications are intended to reduce construction costs for both large-scale developments and residential properties, making building in Omaha more competitive compared to nearby areas like Gretna. The changes are slated to t...
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Springfield Judge Upholds Data Center Moratorium, Denying NSI's Request to Proceed with Construction

Springfield Judge Upholds Data Center Moratorium, Denying NSI's Request to Proceed with Construction

Springfield Judge Upholds Data Center Moratorium, Denying NSI's Request to Proceed with Construction
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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson Engages NBA Commissioner Adam Silver on Seattle Expansion Prospects

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson Engages NBA Commissioner Adam Silver on Seattle Expansion Prospects

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson Engages NBA Commissioner Adam Silver on Seattle Expansion Prospects
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Bowling Green Transforms Traffic Cabinets into Public Art with Youth Artwork Collaboration

Bowling Green Transforms Traffic Cabinets into Public Art with Youth Artwork Collaboration

Bowling Green Transforms Traffic Cabinets into Public Art with Youth Artwork Collaboration
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Unrivaled Sports Park Las Vegas Unveiled After $6 Million Transformation, Announces Community Initiatives

Unrivaled Sports Park Las Vegas Unveiled After $6 Million Transformation, Announces Community Initiatives

Unrivaled Sports Park Las Vegas Unveiled After $6 Million Transformation, Announces Community Initiatives
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New Horizons Band Performs Free Fall Concert in Rapid City, Fostering Community Engagement

New Horizons Band Performs Free Fall Concert in Rapid City, Fostering Community Engagement

New Horizons Band Performs Free Fall Concert in Rapid City, Fostering Community Engagement
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Sanford Health Opens New Landmark Clinic in Minot, Expanding Healthcare Access and Mammography Services

Sanford Health Opens New Landmark Clinic in Minot, Expanding Healthcare Access and Mammography Services

Sanford Health recently celebrated the grand opening of its new Sanford Landmark Clinic in Minot, North Dakota, welcoming over 200 community members, patients, and employees. Located at 2111 Landmark Circle, this 64,500-square-foot facility consolidates services previously offered at Sanford Northwest Clinic, aiming to provide a modern, patient-centered healthcare environment. The new clinic offers a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services, including family medicine, pediatrics, behavioral health, physical therapy, diabetes education, nutrition services, and laboratory services. A significant addition to the clinic's offerings is mammography services, marking the first time Sanford Health has provided this specific service in Minot.