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Daily Report: Money and Politics, Public Safety

Alameda plans to replace fire station despite uncertain financing

July 16, 2012, 12:05 AM
Alameda is preparing to replace one of its fire stations, even though the city does not know how it will pay for the new building. Officials are moving forward with the project while sorting through conflicting reports about the appropriate level of fire service for the city. The reports have... + read more
Daily Report: Money and Politics

Alameda to allow construction of new apartments

July 11, 2012, 12:05 AM
For the first time in nearly 40 years, the city of Alameda has zoned large swaths of land for apartment buildings. The City Council's vote paves the way for new affordable housing in the city, which residents have tried to block for decades. The new zoning plan came eight months after... + read more
Daily Report: Money and Politics, Public Safety

Coast Guard plans for new fleet continue to face trouble

June 8, 2012, 12:05 AM
A massive undertaking by the U.S. Coast Guard to purchase new ships and aircraft continues to be plagued by tens of billions of dollars in cost overruns, poor budget planning and scheduling setbacks, according to congressional investigators from the Government Accountability Office. ... + read more
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