City Council finds agreement in series of unanimous votes
Lance Shearer
Columnist
The City Council meeting on Monday was something of a love fest, with every vote taken by the councilors coming in at 7-0 in approval of whatever the motion was.
That included not only the discussion of rental properties and noise, the only agenda item that sparked any heat or conflicting viewpoints, but a raft of other business that the council dealt with. Along with a pro forma approval of a proclamation declaring the week of May 22-28 National Safe Boating Week, clearly timed for when on the water activity up north is getting underway, as opposed to Florida where it has been in full swing all winter.
Biden was Monday’s KVML “Newsmaker of the Day”. Here are his words:
“Every year, millions of Americans take time to enjoy our Nation’s waterways one of our great natural treasures. As more Americans get vaccinated against COVID-19, and as warmer weather draws families to our Nation’s lakes, rivers, and beaches, this week serves as a critical reminder of the importance of staying safe on the water. Each year during National Safe Boating Week, the Coast Guard and an array of Federal, State, and local partners help save lives and guard against accidents by highlighting safe boating practices.
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What’s News Today: Budget hearings, Safe Boating Week
What’s News Today: Budget hearings, Safe Boating Week
Here’s a look at some of the stories we’ll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
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Roanoke City Council will hold a public hearing about the city’s proposed budget and taxes. The proposed spending plan is $307 million, an increase of $9.6 million. The budget address seven priorities, including education, community safety, human services and more. The hearing begins at 7 p.m. You can register to comment by contacting the city clerk’s office by noon.
By Mid Hudson News -www.midhudsonnews.com
May 24, 2021
POUGHKEEPSIE – The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office will be participating inNational Safe Boating Weekfrom May 22 through May 28. During this period, marine patrol deputies will be educating boaters and encouraging the safe and lawful operation of vessels.
“National Safe Boating Week is a great opportunity for boaters to take the time to ensure they have all the proper safety equipment on their boat in the event an emergency occurs,” said Sheriff Adrian “Butch” Anderson.
U.S. Coast Guardstatistics show that drowning was the reported cause of death in four out of every five recreational boating fatalities in 2019, and that 86 percent of those who drowned were not wearing life jackets.