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Building the Future: City Council approves 2026 budget

The approved $2.2 billion budget, a 23% increase compared to 2025, supports critical infrastructure investments across all four services. The approved $2.2 billion budget, a 23% increase compared to 2025, supports...

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Birds, butterflies and bees. Oh my!

Do you want to create your own storybook backyard at home? Follow these tips to cultivate a garden that supports both birds and pollinators. Do you want to create your own storybook backyard at home? Follow these tips to...

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Healthy soil saves you water

Adding organic matter to your soil will help you save up to 25% of the water your new grass will need and creates a greener, healthier lawn. Adding organic matter to your soil will help you save up to 25% of the water...

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