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CONCORD FIRST PARTNERS ACKNOWLEDGES CITY DECISION TO ESTABLISH AD-HOC ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR CONCORD NAVAL WEAPONS STATION PROJECT

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Thursday, June 30, 2022
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CONCORD, Calif., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Concord First Partners (CFP) acknowledges Concord Mayor Dominic Aliano's decision to establish an Ad-Hoc Committee to help ensure a collaborative and productive planning process for the Concord Naval Weapons Station development project.

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  • CONCORD, Calif., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Concord First Partners (CFP) acknowledges Concord Mayor Dominic Aliano's decision to establish an Ad-Hoc Committee to help ensure a collaborative and productive planning process for the Concord Naval Weapons Station development project.
  • We all want to see the successful implementation of this plan and this committee can help us achieve our shared goals."
  • "We will continue to work with the Local Reuse Authority and this newly established Ad-Hoc Committee to move this project forward," said Louis Parsons from Concord First Partners.
  • The proposed project will balance conservation and development priorities while offering an economically vibrant and sustainable community for all Concord residents.

UNITE HERE Estimates $1 Million Dollar Losses per Day Possible for Both Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts International if Atlantic City Strike Occurs

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Monday, June 27, 2022
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Today, UNITE HERE Local 54, the largest union of casino workers in Atlantic City, released estimates of potential financial impacts of a strike of its members.

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  • Today, UNITE HERE Local 54, the largest union of casino workers in Atlantic City, released estimates of potential financial impacts of a strike of its members.
  • Last year, approximately 15% of its third quarter profits were generated in the Atlantic City market, according to union estimates.
  • Workers at all three Caesars operated casinos Caesars Atlantic City, Harrahs Atlantic City, and Tropicana Atlantic City as well as Borgata and Hard Rock voted to authorize a strike with a 96% majority on June 15th.
  • UNITE HERE Local 54 Atlantic City has been representing hospitality workers in the hospitality industry for over 100 years.

Grubhub's 'Serving the City' Will Offer More Than 25,000 Meals to Communities in Need Across NYC

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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Continued fallout from the pandemic and the rise in grocery prices due to inflation means more New Yorkers are facing food insecurity, and Grubhub's Serving the City is partnering with members of the New York City Council to help address the need. Launching tomorrow, the program will run for at least 16 weeks and expects to deliver 25,000 meals to communities in need across each of the City Council's 51 districts.

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  • Launching tomorrow, the program will run for at least 16 weeks and expects to deliver 25,000 meals to communities in need across each of the City Council's 51 districts.
  • "Food insecurity remains a challenge for many New Yorkers, including residents who live in District 28," said Speaker Adrienne Adams.
  • "Small businesses and restaurants are also struggling to recover from the pandemic, and need support from community partners.
  • Grubhub's new Serving the City initiative will bring together elected officials, local eateries, and residents to deliver meals to those who need it most.

Ballotpedia's 2022 Mid-Year Recall Report Shows Continued Upward Trend in Recall Election Efforts

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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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MIDDLETON, Wis., June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ballotpedia, the nation's premiere resource for unbiased information on politics and policy, today announced the release of its latest mid-year recall election report. The report tracks all state and local recall efforts across the United States through June 22, 2022.

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  • The report tracks all state and local recall efforts across the United States through June 22, 2022.
  • The new Ballotpedia study finds that there have been 152 recall efforts launched against 240 elected officials in 24 states so far this year.
  • While this is an eight percent decrease compared to 2021's 165 recall efforts, recall rates remain significantly elevated compared to the mid-year points in both 2020 (98 efforts) and 2019 (72 efforts).
  • Through June 22, recall organizers have tried to recall 80 school board members and 77 city council members.

Port St. Lucie City Council Gives Mattamy Homes Unanimous Approval to Bring "Heart in the Park" to Tradition

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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Both Mattamy Homes and the City are excited to bring this iconic art and cultural project to the community.

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  • Both Mattamy Homes and the City are excited to bring this iconic art and cultural project to the community.
  • Once completed, the City of Port St. Lucie will have the largest Heart sculpture in the world.
  • "The approval of the Heart in the Park is a huge win for the City of Port St. Lucie.
  • Mattamy Homes submitted the Heart as part of a public art requirement with the City of Port St. Lucie.

Socionext Announces Relocation of its US Headquarters to the City of Milpitas, California

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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Socionext America's new office is situated in a 34,000 square foot single floor building located at 1455 McCarthy Blvd, Milpitas, CA 95035.

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  • Socionext America's new office is situated in a 34,000 square foot single floor building located at 1455 McCarthy Blvd, Milpitas, CA 95035.
  • "On behalf of the City Council and Staff, I am pleased to welcome Socionext America to Milpitas," said Mayor Rich Tran.
  • We hope Socionext will find Milpitas to be a friendly, dynamic, and engaging place to conduct business and thrive."
  • Socionext America Inc. (SNA) is the US branch of Socionext Inc., one of the world's leading fabless SoC suppliers.

Morrison Hotel Developer Guts Historic Site, Says AHF

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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AHF and its housing advocacy division, Housing Is A Human Right ( HHR ), are calling on City of Los Angeles Councilmembers and Planning Department officials to deny certain building entitlements to property developer Cushman and Wakefield after the developer quickly gutted the interior of the historic Morrison Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles over Memorial Day Weekend to pave way for a luxury hotel and residential complex.

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  • AHF and its housing advocacy division, Housing Is A Human Right ( HHR ), are calling on City of Los Angeles Councilmembers and Planning Department officials to deny certain building entitlements to property developer Cushman and Wakefield after the developer quickly gutted the interior of the historic Morrison Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles over Memorial Day Weekend to pave way for a luxury hotel and residential complex.
  • The developers action effectively removed the Morrisons 111 SRO hotel rooms from Los Angeles affordable housing stock.
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    The lobby of the historic 111-room (SRO) Morrison Hotel in downtown Los Angeles after property developer Cushman and Wakefield gutted it without proper city permitting on Memorial Day weekend to make way for a planned luxury hotel and condominium complex.
  • The Morrison Hotel and Living complex, should it actually come to fruition, will be built on the burial ground of the Morrison Hotel.

Houwzer’s RiseUp Fund To Host Timely Discussion on Affordable Housing at Drexel University

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Monday, June 13, 2022
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The RiseUp Fund was created to provide a clear path toward homeownership for underserved families.

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  • The RiseUp Fund was created to provide a clear path toward homeownership for underserved families.
  • The discussion will be held at Drexel Universitys Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships on June 21 from 5-6:30 p.m.
  • The free event will begin with a brief showing of the investigative documentary, " Push: The Global Housing Crisis " by United Nations Special Reporter Leilani Farha.
  • That is why the preservation and production of affordable housing is one of my top priorities.

City of Gardendale Set to Become Outdoor Sports Destination, Names Sports Facilities Companies As Operating Partner

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Thursday, June 9, 2022
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CLEARWATER, Fla., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Located just north of Birmingham, the City of Gardendale, AL, is investing in the health and economic vitality of the community in a big way. Led by Mayor Stan Hogeland, the city has begun construction on a $27 million redevelopment of Bill Noble Park from a quaint neighborhood park to a year-round destination for traveling sports families and local community members alike. Set to open in spring 2023, the park will feature nine baseball/softball diamonds, eight tennis courts, eleven pickleball courts, as well, as a host of amenities for guests to enjoy during their visit. Through a competitive RFP process, the city of Gardendale has selected the Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) to operate the park, including creating local programming opportunities, booking regional and national tournaments, and hosting community events.

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  • Through a competitive RFP process, the city of Gardendale has selected the Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) to operate the park, including creating local programming opportunities, booking regional and national tournaments, and hosting community events.
  • "We selected the Sports Facilities Companies to operate the park because the city has never undertaken a project of this scope and magnitude.
  • The operating team expects to develop strong partnerships with local athletic groups like the Gardendale Youth Baseball and Softball Association (GYBSA).
  • The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) provide outsourced management and development services for community sport, recreation, wellness, and event facilities.

Smith+Nephew announces new UK R&D and manufacturing facility for Advanced Wound Management with $100m+ investment near Hull

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Thursday, June 9, 2022
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Simon Fraser, President of Advanced Wound Management, Smith+Nephew, said: "This major investment demonstrates our commitment to the UK and to building our leadership in Advanced Wound Management.

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  • Simon Fraser, President of Advanced Wound Management, Smith+Nephew, said: "This major investment demonstrates our commitment to the UK and to building our leadership in Advanced Wound Management.
  • Smith+Nephew was founded in Hull in 1856 and we are proud to make this major investment in the region for future generations."
  • The Advanced Wound Management R&D programme will benefit from advanced laboratories better able to support the development of new technologies to satisfy unmet clinical needs.
  • Smith+Nephew was founded in Hull in 1856, and our Advanced Wound Management business has a long track record of developing pioneering products here.