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FOIA Request Sent to Washtenaw County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Washtenaw County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

By Ann Arbor Times | Oct 30, 2024

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U.S. Rep. Dingell votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

By Ann Arbor Times | Jul 25, 2024

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Join NAP for April Volunteer Events and Celebrations

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Mar 11, 2024

​City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation (NAP) works to protect and restore Ann Arbor's natural areas and to foster an environmental ethic within the community.

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Ann Arbor Seeks Community Input with March 12–14 Downtown Planning Public Workshops

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Mar 4, 2024

Community members are invited to learn about and share input for future land use and transportation initiatives in downtown Ann Arbor.

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Ann Arbor Shares A200 Bicentennial March Events

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Mar 4, 2024

The City of Ann Arbor is thanking all who celebrated the city by attending the Jan. 19 kickoff event at the Michigan Theatre, noting it was a night to remember, and just the first of many fun, unifying and meaningful activities planned this year.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Washtenaw County rise or fall in 2021?

By Ann Arbor Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Washtenaw County received $4.7 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Monroe County farmers in 2021 reached $3,261,529

By Ann Arbor Times | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Monroe County received $3,261,529 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Washtenaw County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Ann Arbor Times | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Washtenaw County received $3,586,669 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Ann Arbor Shares Feb. 19 Presidents Day Schedule

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Feb 19, 2024

City of Ann Arbor municipal offices, including the customer service center at Larcom City Hall, *the city compost facility ( 4170 Platt Road) ​ and the 15th Judicial District Court, will be closed for Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 19, 2024.

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Volunteer with NAP in March!

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Feb 19, 2024

City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation (NAP) works to protect and restore Ann Arbor's natural areas and to foster an environmental ethic within the community.

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City of Ann Arbor Electrifies 25% of its Light Fleet

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Feb 14, 2024

​The City of Ann Arbor has just reached a notable milestone as 25% of its light duty fleet is now electric. In total, the city has 53 active electric vehicles serving in its municipal light fleet as of the end of 2023 — and more are already on order.

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Structural issues call for the demolition of Gallup Park bridge

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Feb 14, 2024

A decision was made earlier to close the wooden vehicle bridge in Gallup Park to all traffic (vehicles and pedestrians).

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Sign Up to Attend the Ann Arbor Community Academy

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Feb 13, 2024

​The Ann Arbor Community Academy (A2CA) is returning for its seventh year to provide a closeup look at local government.

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Early Voting Locations to Open in Ann Arbor Feb. 17

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Feb 13, 2024

​The option to vote early is new this year for Michigan voters. Ahead of the Presidential Primary Election, City of Ann Arbor will open six early voting centers Saturday, Feb. 17, allowing voters to tabulate their ballots on site at designated early-voting locations.

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Ann Arbor Shares February A200 Bicentennial Announcements

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Feb 5, 2024

Celebrating a city's 200th anniversary is not an everyday event.

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Ann Arbor Bicentennial Projects Underway for Community Participation & Support

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Jan 30, 2024

Celebrating a city's 200th anniversary is not an everyday event.

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Apply to Be an A2ZERO Ambassador!

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Jan 29, 2024

​The City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations (OSI) is accepting applications for its sixth group of A2ZERO Ambassadors, which will launch in March 2024.

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NAP Controlled Burn Program Meeting & Training to Take Place in February

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Jan 23, 2024

City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation (NAP) works to protect and restore Ann Arbor's natural areas and to foster an environmental ethic within the community.

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Information Session Scheduled Jan. 29 for Potential Sports Illustrated Conference Center in Ann Arbor

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Jan 22, 2024

An informational session is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 29, at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers at Larcom City Hall for community members to learn about a potential Sports Illustrated (SI) Resorts to develop a sports-themed hotel and conference center on the city-owned Kline lot in Ann Arbor.

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Ann Arbor Launches Community Survey for Comprehensive Plan

By Ann Arbor Times Report | Jan 16, 2024

Community members are invited to participate in an online survey as the City of Ann Arbor begins the update process for its Comprehensive Plan. Participants can provide input on their experiences in the city and on priorities for officials to consider.