@citizenptnewsva.bsky.socialThe Salem Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is caught in a heated debate over whether to sacrifice two beloved street trees for an ADA-compliant bus stop, with residents pleading for preservation.
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@citizenptnewsva.bsky.socialSalem is facing a pivotal moment as it navigates community concerns over PFAS in leachate and the staggering costs of advanced treatment, potentially reshaping its bulk-waste strategy.
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@citizenptnewsva.bsky.socialSalem's Water and Wastewater Task Force has chosen “Option C” for utility rate increases, setting the stage for a crucial City Council meeting on December 9th that could reshape financial stability for years to come.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialSalem's City Council is shaking things up by redefining data centers, eliminating the 2-megawatt threshold, and clarifying rules for accessory server equipment!
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialSalem's encampment crisis is spiraling out of control, with alarming reports of needles, fires, and violence threatening public health and safety.
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@citizenptnewsma.bsky.socialCity Solicitor James Wellik reveals the Supreme Court's stance on camping bans and warns of potential state challenges that could reshape local ordinances.
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