Spokane City is considering allowing zoning changes which would allow developers to build more apartment complexes in Indian Trail without making substantial traffic flow and road changes. Multifamily development has greatly increased traffic congestion on the single lane road, and compromised the safety of children and other pedestrians.

As a mother of a 30 year old autistic son, I see first hand the limitations of housing for autistic adults. The number of people diagnosed with autism continues to climb, but the number of services have not. What is going to happen to these individuals as they age while their elderly parents are no longer able to care for them? As a state, we need to pass legislation to provide housing for this special population.

The bill passed by the GOP majority to cut social security disability by 19%, effective the end of 2016. This could in fact make me homeless, yes I am affected by this ruling. That is a massive cut.

This is what happens when alternate side parking is canceled for extended periods of time: -Finding a parking spot is virtually impossible for NYC teachers coming from Long Island, NJ, Upstate NY, etc. Yes, some may be able to use public transportation or carpool, but that is not feasible for everyone. -Aside from NYC teachers, anyone who relies on their car to get to work (people with disabilities, the elderly, etc.) will find it extremely difficult to find a spot for work tomorrow. -People who work odd hours (bartenders, nighttime cleaning staff) can't always rely on public transportation--not every bus route runs overnight; MetroNorth and LIRR don't run overnight either. -The longer people wait to move their cars, the more the snow solidifies, and the more it gets buried in by neighbors shoveling their sidewalk, making it even more difficult to dig their cars out when they have to a week later. -Small businesses suffer because (1) if people aren't moving their cars, they're less likely to make purchases or shop at any location that isn't within walking distance, and (2) people are less likely to try and move their cars if they know they won't be able to get a spot in front of the place where they need to go. -When cars finally have to move, they're more likely to have battery problems or their brake rotors rusting from sitting in snow/ice for excessive periods of time. -When cars have to move for alternate side parking, it actually allows the plows to get through and plow both sides of the street.

The Christie administration is trying to commercialize Liberty State Park by letting private developers build on open parkland. It would be like putting a hotel in Central Park. Liberty State Park and its views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan are priceless – and today it can be enjoyed by everyone at no cost. All that would change if Governor Christie hands over the park to developers: there’d be less open space, more traffic, and fewer places for families to visit for free. Developing Liberty State Park is part of the Christie administration’s bigger plan to charge fees to access our natural and historical treasures to offset growing budget shortfalls. If we don’t stop this attack on Liberty State Park, we could see hotels, conference centers, and more traffic where our open spaces across the state used to be.

New Providence is proposing to renovate Grove Park and Oakwood Park playing fields by replacing natural grass with synthetic turf, fencing in the park, installing field lights and increasing the parking footprint. We appreciate the need for sustainable playing fields in New Providence, especially for children's sports. We respectfully request that the Borough Council thoroughly considers the effects of these proposed changes on the people who use these parks as well as the areas surrounding the field before moving forward. Our collective voice includes concerned parents, property owners, town residents, neighbors and athletes. Some of us live quite close to these parks. Others of us use these parks for recreational activities that span a wide range. Still others are concerned about the precedent that these proposed changes will have on future Borough public endeavors. We appreciate the Borough Council’s proposal to meet the needs of athletes in New Providence, and we request that the following points are duly considered before any renovations begin: • Property values and any negative effects resulting from these proposed renovations. • Safety issues with regard to increased car traffic to the residential areas surrounding these parks. • Environmental impacts with regard to water flow, the woodlands and aesthetics of the areas near the park. • Health effects with regard to the proposed synthetic playing surface, especially for children. • Lighting impacts and pollution, especially for those living nearest to the field. • Access to natural areas surrounding the park. We appreciate the Borough Council’s efforts in insuring the safety and quality of life for the residents and the athletes who use this public space.

Drivers should be able to use the toll booths to pay for driving on the Mass Pike as opposed to using EZ Pass.

Due to the continuing Illinois budget crisis, DuPage County Senior Citizens Council announced on 01-08-2016 that the 700 - 800 very poor and/or disabled homebound seniors who receive Meals on Wheels five times a week will now receive them only twice a week. Eight dining centers which serve an additional 300 - 400 seniors will close. This bill, introduced by State Rep. Deb Conroy, will restore much-needed funding for such programs throughout the State.

Palatine Township offers services for ALL Township residents. This sign will communicate all services in an efficient and cost-saving manner. Township taxpayers deserve to be notified of services and emergency messaging in the most timely, effective and efficient manner. Please see the sign plan details on our Township website at www.palatinetownship.com. If you have any questions, please contact Supervisor Sharon Langlotz-Johnson @ [email protected]. Thank you!

The African-American community has been devastated by urban renewal and redevelopment with policy initiatives which further systemic racism, exclusion and policies which have left it in economic, social, and cultural ruin. Many of us have lost our homes and businesses and a sense of place in Asheville as the result of urban renewal. We have nothing left to loose. It is time to stop accepting this condition as hopeless.

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SIGN NOW to cast your #mbtavote for TRU's alternate budget -- NO HIKES, NO CUTS! LEARN MORE: fb.com/tridersunion For more than 15 years, the short-sighted, poor decision-making of our elected officials has created a financial disaster for the MBTA. Repeatedly cutting funding and pushing enormous costs onto riders through fare increases and service cuts has brought our system to the brink of collapse. Now Governor Baker and his MBTA Control Board want to go further, by raising fares twice as high as allowed by law, cutting services that our most vulnerable riders depend on like The Ride, blocking the release of funding required by the 2013 Transportation Act, and dismantling our system for parts to sell to corporate interests. This needs to stop - public transit is a public good! It’s time to build a world-class public transportation system that serves EVERY rider, protects our health and environment, strengthens our economy, and supports the growing needs of a robust and thriving region. Thank you for taking action to #FightTheHike and save #rMBTA! ***** LEARN MORE & HELP US WIN! *FOLLOW @TRidersUnion *LIKE fb.com/TRidersUnion *TWEET & SHARE this petition -- use WWW.OURMBTA.ORG as your link -- & make your voice heard using the hashtags #rMBTA and #FightTheHike ***** The T Rider's Union, a program of ACE, organizes transit-dependent riders to build a unified voice and movement for better public transportation in Greater Boston. To learn more about TRU, visit www.ace-ej.org/TRU. CAMPAIGN URL (for sharing this petition): www.ourmbta.org