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City councilors learned Tuesday just how much greenhouse gas emissions they’re putting into the atmosphere. Three years ago the city council set a target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 20 percent, and a new emissions inventory sets 2007 as the baseline for making those reductions.
The new fare structure will save the city $100,000, eliminate transfers and allow senior citizens and children to ride free.
Councilors voted to approve a settlement closing down a New Bern Avenue nightclub. They also approved $30 million in bonds for Solid Waste Services facilities and gave historic landmark status to the Latta House site.
Raleigh city councilors passed the new budget Tuesday. Water rates will go up 9 percent beginning in July. Vehicle fees will go up by $5. The council added $500,000 back into the budget for bike lanes, kept the arts per capital at $4.50 and restored funding for the Interfaith Food Shuttle and other social service organizations.
The debate over the proposal for a new public safety center is back in full swing. Plus, Raleigh could have a new tax on electronic gambling machines soon.
Council preview: the public safety center proposal is back at council this week, plus a stimulus grant, a $50k loan for a new downtown coffee shop and a new tax on gambling machines.
The Raleigh City Council had a full house for its budget hearing Tuesday evening. Councilors also passed changes to the rezoning process.
The Raleigh City Council will hold its annual budget hearing Tuesday evening. During the afternoon council members will tackle community gardens, the Little River Reservoir and more. Photo: The Wedge Garden in the Pullen Park neighborhood. Photo by Jessica Tisdale.
The Raleigh city manager released his proposed budget Tuesday for city council consideration. The $620 million budget closes a $7.5 million shortfall.
Council will talk about a new logo for Raleigh, the city employee health insurance plan and new rules for road races.
