city council

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Over the past three decades, Manchester’s city council managed to transform the postindustrial city into a fast-growing services hub by attracting private investment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

But that statement has done little to assuage the rumours, with supporters even interrupting a June city council meeting in American Fork City to accuse the police of misconduct.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

In organizing against a proposed 1 million square foot data center in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Henry protested with over 100 community members at multiple city council meetings discussing the project.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

In 2023, the city council voted unanimously to support the drafting of a ban by the city attorney.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Ann was delighted, but decided not to take the heat off the city council, which could still reject or accept the commission’s decision.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson